Controversy Erupts at Manorathangal Trailer Launch Over Composer’s Conduct
The star-studded trailer launch event of ‘Manorathangal’ in Kochi turned into a spectacle with the presence of Malayalam film industry luminaries, including megastar Mammootty, in honor of writer MT Vasudevan Nair’s 91st birthday and the upcoming series. However, the event took an unexpected turn as a video capturing composer Ramesh Narayan’s allegedly disrespectful behavior towards actor Asif Ali went viral online, sparking widespread criticism.
Narayan is seen almost snatching the memento from Asif’s hand
According to reports, the incident unfolded when Asif Ali, designated to present a memento to Ramesh Narayan for his musical contribution to a segment directed by Jayarajan Nair (Jayaraj) in the anthology series, approached the composer. In the video, Narayan is seen almost snatching the memento from Asif’s hand without acknowledging him and instead gesturing for Jayaraj to receive it from him directly. Asif, visibly taken aback, stood nearby briefly while Narayan continued to ignore him until Jayaraj intervened, taking the memento from Narayan and presenting it to him.
The video quickly circulated on social media platforms, prompting a wave of criticism against Ramesh Narayan’s conduct. Netizens condemned what they perceived as disrespect towards Asif Ali, with many expressing disappointment over Narayan’s behavior during the public event. Comments highlighted the perceived lack of etiquette and professionalism, noting that despite the awkward situation, Asif Ali maintained a composed demeanor.
Social media users pointed out that the incident seemed to escalate due to an earlier mistake by the event anchor, who had mistakenly referred to Ramesh Narayan as Santosh Narayanan, which some speculated might have triggered Narayan’s reaction.
This speculation did not alleviate the widespread criticism of Ramesh Narayan’s actions towards Asif Ali. As reactions continued to pour in, emphasizing the importance of respect and professionalism in public appearances, the incident at the Manorathangal trailer launch sparked debates on appropriate conduct within the entertainment industry. The controversy has highlighted the delicate dynamics at such high-profile events and underscored the need for mutual respect among industry professionals.