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Kerala Devaswom Minister Bans Film Shoots at Sabarimala After Athimanoharam Row
✍️ India Today
🗓 17 Aug 2026, 08:37 PM
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The Kerala Devaswom board’s minister has declared that no movie shoots will be allowed at the Sabarimala temple following the Athimanoharam controversy. The decision aims to preserve the sanctity of the pilgrimage site.
The Kerala Devaswom board’s minister announced today that no film shoots will be permitted at the Sabarimala temple. The decision comes in the wake of the Athimanoharam controversy, which raised concerns over the portrayal of the temple in media.
The minister stated that the board will enforce a strict ban on all movie productions within the temple premises. This move is intended to protect the sanctity of the pilgrimage site and prevent any potential disrespect to devotees.
The board’s policy has historically restricted filming activities to maintain the spiritual atmosphere of Sabarimala. The new ban will be monitored by the board’s officials and any violations could lead to penalties.
The announcement has been welcomed by many devotees who feel that the temple’s sanctity should remain untouched by commercial interests.
The minister stated that the board will enforce a strict ban on all movie productions within the temple premises. This move is intended to protect the sanctity of the pilgrimage site and prevent any potential disrespect to devotees.
The board’s policy has historically restricted filming activities to maintain the spiritual atmosphere of Sabarimala. The new ban will be monitored by the board’s officials and any violations could lead to penalties.
The announcement has been welcomed by many devotees who feel that the temple’s sanctity should remain untouched by commercial interests.