Fact Check: Did Kayadu Lohar Get An Undercut Hairstyle?

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viral image of Kayadu Lohar sporting an undercut hairstyle recently spread quickly online leaving fans both surprised and skeptical. As hype builds for her upcoming Malayalam film Pallichattambi, questions around the authenticity of the bold look gained attention, especially since the actress never shared any where on her social media handles. Now Kayadu has now addressed the viral image and clarified the truth.

AI-Generate Look Of Kayadu Lohar Go Viral

Kayadu Lohar, who impressed fans with her film Dragon, is all set to be seen in the Malayalam film Pallichattambi, starring Tovino Thomas. Ahead of its release, an image of the actress went viral online. In the photo, she was seen wearing a saree and sporting an undercut hairstyle, an unusual look of her. While some admired the bold transformation, others were quick to question whether the image was genuine.

The doubt got bigger because Kayadu had not posted the picture on any of her Twitter or Instagram handles. This led many to wonder if the image might not be real. Addressing the speculation in an interview with Galatta, Kayadu responded to questions about the viral image. She said, “I did see that image, I don't know what I can say about it.” She further said that the look was not for any film project and confirmed that the image was AI-generated. Visibly uncomfortable, she dismissed the rumors surrounding her hairstyle. Her co-star Tovino Thomas also remarked on how difficult it has become to differentiate between AI-generated visuals and real ones.

Pallichattambi Faces Legal Trouble?

Beyond the viral buzz, Pallichattambi is facing serious legal trouble. A Dubai-based businessman has filed a petition in the Kerala High Court seeking a stay on the film’s release. He alleged that the producers financed the film using Rs 14 crore that was obtained from him illegally. The petition names producers Naufal Ahmed and Brijeesh Muhammed, accusing them of misappropriating funds. According to the complainant, the film was financed using this disputed amount. He has also requested investigations by central agencies such as the Enforcement Directorate (ED) and the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). However, it is important to note that these allegations are yet to be proven in court.

The Kerala High Court has taken cognisance of the petition and issued notices to the producers. Directed by Dijo Jose Antony, Pallichattambi features Kayadu Lohar alongside a strong supporting cast including Vijayaraghavan, Johny Antony, Sudheer Karamana, TG Ravi, Sreejith Ravi, Vinod Kedamangalam, and Prashanth Alexander. Initially scheduled for April 9, the release was postponed to April 10 due to Kerala Assembly election voting.