Nivin Pauly Slams Kerala Film Producers for Releasing Box Office Numbers: 'No Need' for Transparency
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Malayalam actor Nivin Pauly has sparked controversy by criticizing the Kerala Film Producers Association for releasing a list detailing the box office performances of Malayalam films. The move, he claims, will discourage future investment in the industry, citing that every business has its ups and downs. The Kerala Film Producers Association had released a list of 15 successful films out of 184 releases in 2025, with nine films classified as 'superhits' and the rest as 'hits.' However, some filmmakers, including Anuraj Manohar, have questioned the association's methods, pointing out that their own successful films were not included in the list. Nivin Pauly's concerns about the list's impact on the industry come after his own recent box office setback, despite receiving critical acclaim for some of his films. The controversy has also taken a turn as the association has threatened to boycott government-run theatres, citing a lack of support from the government. The debate highlights the challenges faced by the Malayalam film industry, with the Kerala Film Producers Association's actions sparking a heated discussion about transparency, accountability, and the future of Malayalam cinema.
