Controversy Surrounds Overlooked 'Aadu Jeevitham' in National Film Awards

Kerala General Education Minister V Sivankutty questioned the national film award jury's decision to overlook the Malayalam film 'Aadu Jeevitham,' starring Prithviraj. The film, acclaimed critically and commercially, was expected to contend for top awards. Sivankutty critiqued the jury for honoring 'The Kerala Story,' a controversial, alleged anti-Muslim film.

Amidst controversy, Kerala's General Education Minister V Sivankutty questioned why the national film award jury overlooked the critically acclaimed Malayalam film, 'Aadu Jeevitham,' starring Prithviraj.

Sivankutty, a prominent political figure, expressed his preference for Prithviraj's performance and raised concerns about potential political bias in the jury's decision, especially given their choice to honor 'The Kerala Story,' a film criticized for its anti-Muslim content.

The discussion emerges as 'Aadu Jeevitham,' directed by Blessy, enjoyed significant box-office success, sparking broader debates about the intersection of politics and cinema in India.

(With inputs from agencies.)