Director Exclusive: Midhun Manuel Thomas on 8 Work Hours Debate & Gender Pay in Malayalam Cinema

From work hours to gender pay, Malayalam cinema runs on both efficiency and passion. In this exclusive interview with Dipali Patel, Aadu 3 filmmaker Midhun Manuel Thomas shares his perspective on whether 8-hour actor shifts are practical in regional cinema and discusses pay disparity based on gender, highlighting the balance between professionalism and creative demands. #MalayalamCinema #MidhunManuelThomas #DeepikaPadukone #8hourWorkShiftDebate #GenderPayGap #FilmIndustry #DirectorExclusive #IndianCinema #BehindTheScenes #CinemaTalk #FilmInterview #TimesOfIndia #TrendingReels #YTShorts #Bollywood _______________________________________________________________________ #toidigital News never stops — and neither do we. TOI Digital is your one-stop destination for everything shaping India today. From Bollywood buzz and Tollywood blockbusters to celebrity culture, lifestyle hacks, food stories, and what’s trending across India, this channel brings you the pulse of the nation — fast, fun, and fact-checked. Backed by the Times of India, India’s most trusted news brand, we go beyond headlines to bring you: + Entertainment news, reviews & celebrity updates + Pop culture & viral trends shaping social media + Food, travel & lifestyle stories you care about + Stories that reflect modern India — its people, passions & platforms Whether it’s a film release, a viral reel, a celebrity moment, or a lifestyle trend taking over your feed — if India’s watching it, we’re covering it. Tune In