CPI(M) Distances Itself From Online Criticism of Mammootty’s BJP Home Visit
· India · Indian Express
Malayalam actor Mammootty faced social media backlash after visiting the Thrissur home of Kerala BJP vice-president B Gopalakrishnan on November 8, 2026. The actor visited the residence to offer wedding wishes to the leader's daughter, as he was unable to attend the ceremony held in Guruvayur on November 1. Gopalakrishnan condemned the online criticism, noting that political leaders from various parties, including CPI(M) veteran Pinarayi Vijayan, had attended the wedding. Senior CPI(M) leader Thomas Isaac stated that those attacking the actor online do not represent the party. Isaac further emphasized that the party maintains a close relationship with Mammootty and intends to continue that association.
Why it matters
The incident highlights the sensitivity of cross-party social interactions in Kerala's political landscape and the role of party leadership in curbing online vitriol against public figures.
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