Kerala HC Bars Film Shoot in Periyar Tiger Reserve, Citing Conservation Concerns

The Kerala High Court has prohibited a film shoot featuring actor Mohanlal from taking place in the Periyar Tiger Reserve. The court cited the reserve’s status as a protected wildlife habitat and warned that filming could disturb the local ecosystem. Production officials had previously applied for permission, but the court declined to grant it. The decision is expected to delay the film’s shooting schedule and may prompt the producers to seek alternative locations. The ruling underscores the judiciary’s role in safeguarding environmental interests in Kerala.