Pinarayi Vijayan Condemns National Honours for 'The Kerala Story'
Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan criticized the national film award given to 'The Kerala Story', calling it an insult to Kerala's secular traditions. He urged the film community to stand against such portrayals that promote communalism and highlighted the need for a comprehensive film policy to develop Malayalam cinema.
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Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has voiced strong criticism against the national film awards' recognition of 'The Kerala Story'. He described the decision as an endorsement of divisive narratives that misuse cinema to instill communal hatred. Vijayan urged the cultural community to unite in opposition to such developments.
During the Kerala Film Policy Conclave, Vijayan expressed regret that a film perceived as discrediting Kerala's secular ethos was nationally applauded. He asserted that such accolades undermine India's cinematic heritage by promoting communalism over secularism. The Chief Minister highlighted the necessity for the film industry to reject distorted portrayals.
Filmmaker Sudipto Sen received the Best Director award for 'The Kerala Story'. The film has faced controversy over its depiction of women in Kerala being coerced into joining the Islamic State. Vijayan called for introspection on why Malayalam cinema has not gained deserved recognition, advocating for a holistic film policy to advance the industry.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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