‘No Option Other Than To Die’: Malayalam Film Producer Murali Kunnumpurath Suicidal After INR 9 Crore Financial Loss (Watch Video)
Malayalam film producer Murali Kunnumpurath has issued a desperate plea for help after two of his movies failed at the box office, leaving him with staggering debts. In a video, the 'Vellam' producer revealed that his failures resulted in a total loss of INR 9 crore and has pushed him to the brink of financial and personal collapse.
Malayalam film producer Murali Kunnumpurath has issued a desperate plea for help after two of his movies failed at the box office, leaving him with staggering debts. In a video viral on Facebook, the Vellam producer revealed that his failures resulted in a total loss of INR 9 crore, a blow that has pushed him to the brink of financial and personal collapse. Breaking down on camera, Kunnumpurath cited the lack of support from within the industry and the crushing weight of interest-bearing loans as the primary drivers of his current crisis. ‘Drishyam 3’ POSTPONED: Mohanlal-Jeethu Joseph’s Crime Thriller to Now Arrive in Theatres on THIS Date.
Murali Kunnumpurath Releases Video on His Financial Situation - Watch [TRIGGER WARNING]:
Murali Kunnumpurath Statement on His Losses
In a distressing statement, Murali Kunnumpurath expressed that he has exhausted all avenues to recover his investment. He pointed to a systemic lack of cooperation from lead actors and industry bodies, which he claims left him to shoulder the financial burden alone.
As per CNBC-TV18, the full, harrowing quote from Murali Kunnumpurath regarding his dire situation is as follows: “I believe most of you know me. Many of you might have seen the film Vellam. What was shown in that movie was for the cinema—it’s not my real life. I am just an ordinary person." He went on to reveal that before entering the Malayalam film industry, he was involved in exporting tiles to Dubai, Australia and parts of Africa. He further informed that unpaid dues from business associates have led to heavy losses.
“I have reached a point where there is no option other than to die,” Murali Kunnumpurath pleaded, explaining that his project, Nadhikalil Sundari Yamuna, resulted in losses of around INR 2 crore. “I lost around INR 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 INR 7 crore,” he said.
“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," he further said, as per Moneycontrol.
Malayalam Film Industry Silent on Murali Kunnumpurath Issue
The Malayalam film industry is silent on the producer’s situation, as of now. Murali Kunnumpurath situation highlights the volatile nature of film financing in the regional market, where independent producers often risk personal assets to fund projects. 55th Kerala State Film Awards Winners: ‘Manjummel Boys’ Enjoys Major Sweep Including Best Film and Best Director; Mammootty, Shamla Hamza Adjudged Best Actors – See Full List.
The producer's public admission has sparked a conversation regarding the mental health of creators and the need for better financial safeguards within the Malayalam cinema industry. As of now, official bodies like the Kerala Film Producers Association have not issued a formal response to his plea.
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