Acclaimed Bollywood filmmaker Anurag Kashyap has come out in full support of the recent Malayalam psychological dark comedy Mollywood Times, offering a glowing review even as the movie’s production team battles a serious legal controversy. The film, which stars popular young actor Naslen in the lead role, has recently found itself in hot water with the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) over allegations of unauthorized content screening in theatres. Despite the brewing legal storm, Kashyap took to the cinephile social media platform Letterboxd to share his high praise for the project, rating it a stellar four stars and calling it a dream come true for modern, internet-era filmmakers. In his public review, the veteran director lauded the movie for its striking blend of raw truth and cinematic idealism, stating that the unique vision and articulation of director Abhinav Sunder Nayak will only grow sharper with time. Kashyap added that while the narrative realistically captures the harsh, bruising nature of the film industry, it infuses just enough romanticism to deliver exactly what passionate filmmakers and movie lovers wish to see on screen.
While the film continues to garner immense artistic appreciation from industry stalwarts, its creators are simultaneously dealing with the severe fallout of an official First Information Report (FIR) registered by the Kerala police. The legal trouble began when the regional officer of the CBFC filed a formal complaint with the Thiruvallam police, alleging that the filmmakers deliberately bypassed the regulatory guidelines set by the censor board. According to official reports, the film was originally granted a UA certificate after the makers were strictly instructed to mute or delete specific objectionable dialogues and obscene language. However, when the dark comedy made its theatrical debut, viewers were reportedly exposed to unmuted expletives and unapproved scenes, leading the censor board to allege that the digital content files were tampered with post-certification. The police case, registered under Section 7 of the Cinematograph Act, names a wide range of individuals including the producer Ashiq Usman, the director, the distributor, digital service providers, and even specific theater owners who screened the controversial cut.
Despite these heavy legal hurdles and the threat of severe penalties or potential imprisonment for those involved, Mollywood Times has maintained a strong momentum, recently making its highly anticipated digital debut on a major OTT streaming platform. Written by Ramu Sunil and directed by Abhinav Sunder Nayak as the second installment of his acclaimed success trilogy following Mukundan Unni Associates, the satirical drama offers a deeply layered look into the Malayalam film industry through the eyes of an aspiring horror filmmaker named Vineeth Madhavan, played by Naslen. The narrative masterfully tackles complex themes of creative ownership, industry politics, and the extreme compromises newcomers are forced to make, keeping audiences thoroughly engaged throughout its extensive runtime. Backed by standout performances from an ensemble cast that includes Sharaf U Dheen, Sangeeth Prathap, and Vineeth Sreenivasan, the project has struck a chord with viewers for its sharp wit and refusal to soften the cynical realities of show business. As the police investigation continues with the questioning of the film’s key stakeholders, the overwhelming support from national filmmakers like Kashyap has ensured that the film remains a massive talking point across the Indian entertainment landscape.
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