'Sumathi Valavu' producer Murali Kunnumpurath TALKS ON heavy film losses; Says, 'Abhilash Pillai, Vishnu… never trust them'

Murali Kunnumpurath, an entrepreneur and producer who gained attention through Jayasurya’s film Vellam, is now going viral on social media with an emotional video. In it, he appears visibly upset and opens up about his current struggles. The entrepreneur and producer talks about financial troubles and feelings of betrayal.

Murali Kunnumpurath, on real life vs cinema image

Murali clarified that his on-screen portrayal differs from reality. He described himself as an ordinary person facing serious challenges.



“I believe most of you know me. Many of you might have seen the film Vellam. What was shown in that movie was for cinema—it’s not my real life. I am just an ordinary person.”

He explained that his life now feels completely stuck. This situation prompted him to speak directly to the public through the video.

Business losses and betrayals

Murali detailed setbacks from his export business before entering films. He mentioned shipping tiles to Dubai, Australia, and Africa but facing unpaid dues from several Malayalis. He trusted people in business and suffered significant losses and still owes payments to various companies.

Murali Kunnumpurath on film production struggles

Murali Kunnumpurath produced 'Nadhikalil Sundari Yamuna' at the request of Unni Vellora and Vijesh Panathoor. That venture resulted in a loss of around Rs 2 crore. His next film Sumathi Valavu, directed by Vishnu Sasi Shankar and written by Abhilash Pillai, added to his troubles.

“I lost around Rs 2 crore in that. Then came Sumathi Valavu. I believed it would be a big success. But now my life has completely slipped away. I feel like I have no option other than to die. I haven’t lived enough, I haven’t fulfilled my desires. But because of this film, I lost around Rs 7 crore,” said the producer in the video.

He mentioned existing debts that have grown heavier due to these failures.

Naming those he holds responsible

Murali expressed deep disappointment with certain individuals involved in his film projects. He warned others against trusting them and described feeling cheated and ruined.

“Abhilash Pillai, Vishnu… never trust them. Vishnu doesn’t even know direction. Everyone are frauds. Everyone should know this truth. They all together cheated me. They ruined my good life. May God forgive them.”

He added that creditors are not allowing him to live peacefully. He also advised people against drinking, saying it contributed to his situation.


Murali sounded remorseful about the impact on others, “I can’t hold on anymore. I really can’t. I already have a lot of debts, and this has added to it. So I feel like I’m going. I’m going… I haven’t had enough of living with my wife and children. But creditors are not letting me live. Everyone cheated me, everyone fooled me, and made me like this. Forgive me, everyone. Because of me, many people have suffered. Please, none of you should ever drink. This is what my life has come to. Sorry, friends… I’m sorry.”

Vishnu Sasi Shankar's 'Sumathi Valavu' had Arjun Ashokan in the lead and the script was penned by Abhilash Pillai.Get the latest entertainment updates from the Times of India, along with the latest Hindi movies, upcoming Hindi movies in 2026 , and Telugu movies.”