Prithviraj Sukumaran’s Mother Says L2: Empuraan Director Has Been Unfairly Targeted; Writes, “Wasn’t Any Scene That Mohanlal Was Unaware Of”

Prithviraj Sukumaran’s mother Mallika Sukumaran passionately defended her son amid the ongoing controversy surrounding L2: Empuraan.

Prithviraj Sukumaran’s Mother Defends Him And Mohanlal Amid L2 Controversy

Following the backlash, the filmmakers decided to make 17 cuts and re-edit the movie. Meanwhile, director Major Ravi contended that Mohanlal had not viewed a preview of the film and was unaware of certain content. Initially reluctant to weigh in on the controversy, Mallika felt compelled to speak out in response to what she described as a false narrative aimed at tarnishing Prithviraj’s reputation. In her post, she wrote, “As someone who knows the truth about what happened behind the scenes of Empuraan, it deeply pains me to see Prithviraj being unfairly targeted. This is a mother’s anguish. If speaking out invites mockery, so be it.”

“Neither Mohanlal nor the producers have ever said that Prithviraj betrayed them. I don’t think they ever will,” she stated, referring to Mohanlal as a ‘younger brother’ she has known since childhood. She lamented, “He praised my son on many occasions. It is heartbreaking to see some people trying to scapegoat Prithviraj without Mohanlal’s or the producers’ knowledge. As a director, Prithviraj has never deceived anyone associated with this film, nor will he ever do so.”

Mallik Sukumaran Points Out That Any Concern Should Be A Shared Responsibility

Mallika pointed out that if there are concerns about Empuraan, all individuals involved share responsibility. “They all read the script together, reviewed the scenes as they were shot, and gave their approval. If any changes were needed during filming, writer Murali Gopy was always available to make adjustments. So, how can Prithviraj alone be held accountable after the movie’s release?” she added.

To support her claims, she shared a conversation she had with her son during the film’s shoot. She recalls, “A few months ago, during a phone call, my son told me he was busy with the shoot in Gujarat. He said, ‘I’m in the middle of work, Amma. Lalettan is here. I have to show him every scene we’ve shot so far and discuss things with Antony.’ This clearly proves that there wasn’t a single scene in Empuraan that Mohanlal was unaware of. There is nothing in this film that Mohanlal does not know about, and he himself will never claim otherwise.”

Mallika also accused certain individuals of spreading misinformation about her son for personal gain and rejected claims that parts of the script were added without Mohanlal’s knowledge or that he did not view a preview of the film. She clarified that no preview was held for Empuraan and that she, along with her daughters-in-law and grandchildren, watched the film on its release date.

Mallika Sukumaran’s Message To Major Ravi

Directly addressing Major Ravi, who suggested that Mohanlal was unaware of parts of the script, she remarked, “To Major Ravi, I have only one thing to say: That was unnecessary, Major Ravi. I also extend this to others who are attempting to hunt down Prithviraj. Mohanlal or Antony will never say that Prithviraj betrayed them. So, what does Major Ravi gain from isolating Prithviraj? When I asked him, Major Ravi told me he responded based on some discussions happening in military circles. But what wrongdoing has my son committed?”

She condemned the fabricated stories circulating about Prithviraj and hinted at insider involvement in the alleged orchestrated attack. Mallika affirmed her family’s integrity: “We are not people who thrive on politics. We have close relationships with leaders from the BJP, Congress, and CPM. Due to political pressures, some leaders may have had to change their stance on this issue, but we have never changed our stance or withdrawn our love and respect for anyone.” She concluded her note with a heartfelt message: “Dearest people from different political families, Prithviraj never opposed anyone’s personal political beliefs. Satyameva Jayate.”

About L2: Empuraan

Empuraan, a sequel to Lucifer, premiered on March 27 and grossed Rs 100 crore worldwide. Despite the controversies, the film remains strong at the box office, although the re-edited version is expected to be screened on March 31, pending official confirmation.

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