Controversy Surrounds Overlooked 'Aadu Jeevitham' in National Film Awards

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.)