What did Deva Nandha say about the Kerala Film Awards?

Deva Nandha expressed disappointment over the jury's "blindness" toward the impact of child artists, stating that several child actors delivered remarkable work that went unrecognized.

How did filmmakers react to Deva Nandha's criticism?

The director and co-writer-actor of the film 'Sthanaarthi Sreekuttan' also criticized the jury's stance, with the director posting the film's poster to highlight the achievements of the child actors.

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Acclaimed Child Actress Deva Nandha Criticizes Kerala Film Awards for Neglecting Young Talent

Q: Who is Deva Nandha?

Deva Nandha is a rising child actress who has strongly criticized the Kerala State Film Awards jury, led by Prakash Raj, for overlooking the contributions of young performers in the industry.

5 Nov, 2025

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Rising child actress Deva Nandha slams Kerala Film Awards jury for lack of recognition for young performers
Deva Nandha says jury's "blindness" toward child artists is a disservice to the industry
Several child actors delivered remarkable work, yet none received awards

Acclaimed Child Actress Deva Nandha Criticizes Kerala Film Awards for Neglecting Young Talent

In a bold move, rising child actress Deva Nandha has taken a stand against the Kerala State Film Awards jury, led by Prakash Raj, for their apparent lack of recognition for young talent. Deva Nandha, best known for her acclaimed performance in the film 'Malikappuram', has expressed deep disappointment over what she describes as the jury's "blindness" toward the impact of child artists in the industry.