Samantha Ruth Prabhu marries Raj Nidimoru, Ashika Ranganath’s cousin dies by suicide, Chinmayi's ‘Draupathi 2’ controversy: Top 5 South newsmakers of the day

The South cinema world was buzzing today (December 1). Surprising announcements, viral star moments, and heated social-media debates kept fans on their toes. From major movie updates to trending moments across X and Instagram, South Indian cinema continued its daily streak of grabbing headlines.

Samantha Ruth Prabhu ties the knot with Raj Nidimoru in a spiritual ceremony

Samantha Ruth Prabhu and director Raj Nidimoru tied the knot at the Isha Yoga Center in Coimbatore, at the shrine of Linga Bhairavi, in a Bhutha Shuddhi Vivaham. Attended only by close family members, the spiritual ceremony followed traditional yogic rituals that symbolise a deep connection rooted in the purity of the five elements. Samantha shared pictures from the ceremony to announce her marriage to Raj Nidimoru, and the couple looked radiant in their wedding attire. The photos went viral within minutes, with fans and friends showering the newlyweds with wishes.

Ashika Ranganath’s cousin found dead, family demands justice

Ashika Ranganath’s 22-year-old cousin Asala was found dead on November 22 at a relative's residence in Banduranga Nagar. The family, grieving the loss, alleges that Asala had been facing constant troubles that may have led to the tragedy. While a case has been registered, her parents are demanding immediate action against those responsible. Ashika Ranganath has not made any public statement regarding the incident so far.

Mammootty reunites with Adoor Gopalakrishnan after 31 years

A historic collaboration is returning to Malayalam cinema after three decades: Mammootty and Adoor Gopalakrishnan are teaming up again. Their new film comes 31 years after Vidheyan, with Mammootty also producing the project. Adoor Gopalakrishnan revealed that while writing the script, he could only envision Mammootty in the role. With pre-production underway, the reunion has generated immense excitement among Malayalam film enthusiasts.

Chinmayi sparks controversy ahead of ‘Draupathi 2’

Ahead of the release of the first song from Draupathi 2, titled Emkony, singer Chinmayi sparked controversy with her remarks. She apologised, stating, “Had I known in advance that this is a Mohan G film, I wouldn’t have sung the song.” Chinmayi explained that she recorded the track casually because she has known composer Ghibran for 18 years, and only later learned that the film’s ideology contradicts her own. Her statement triggered intense debate online, with netizens divided in their reactions.

‘Kalamkaval’ pre-release teaser creates buzz

The pre-release teaser of the much-awaited Malayalam film Kalamkaval is out, featuring Mammootty and Vinayakan in lead roles. The teaser highlights Vinayakan’s intense portrayal of a cop investigating a sociological riot that occurred years ago. Mammootty appears briefly as a mysterious shadow, adding to the anticipation. With limited yet gripping visuals, the teaser has sparked massive curiosity among fans, raising expectations about the film’s central clash and narrative twists.

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