The film industry in Malayalam is currently undergoing significant creative and political changes. There have been a series of major hits, including 'Manjummel Boys', 'Kaathal—The Core', and 'Bramayugam', as well as the recent Me Too movement following the Justice Hema Commission report. At the Manorama News Conclave 2024, directors Jeo Baby, Rahul Sadasivan, and Chidambaram discussed the industry's ongoing transformations.
'Kaathal' director Jeo Baby emphasised the impact of recent revelations, notably the Hema Committee report. He expressed that such changes were long overdue. "What was once dismissed as rumours over the past four years has become reality.
We are at a point where actions must be taken, and any delay would be detrimental," he said. Chidambaram, director of 'Manjummel Boys', echoed this sentiment, stating that the industry cannot progress while women face exploitation. Despite the challenges, he encouraged focusing on the positive aspects of these changes.
The year 2024 has witnessed notable shifts in Malayalam cinema in filmmaking and genre exploration. Bramayugam is a prime example of this evolution. Rahul Sadasivan, the film's director, explained that filmmakers now focus on capturing and maintaining the audience's attention.
"To keep the audience engaged, we need to innovate. I strive to bring something new with every project, he said. Jeo Baby also spoke about his work, noting that his films, such as 'The Great Indian Kitchen' and 'Kaathal', were influ.