Unni Mukundan Files Police Complaint Alleging Threat To Life; Ex-PR Vipin Stands Firm

Last Updated:May 31, 2025, 09:48 IST

Actor Unni Mukundan approached Kochi police, alleging life threats amid a dispute with ex-publicist Vipin Kumar.

Actor Unni Mukundan has approached the Kochi police, saying he’s been receiving threats to his life. This comes amid a growing dispute with his ex-publicist, Vipin Kumar, who is standing firm on his claims. According to a report by Manorama News, both FEFKA and AMMA, two major film bodies in Kerala, are now stepping in to help settle the matter.

As per the report, Unni Mukundan has lodged a formal complaint with the Kerala DGP, stating that both his life and career are in danger. He claimed that he received a threatening phone call around two weeks ago. In the complaint, Unni also mentioned that he was warned to be cautious of Vipin Kumar and alerted that false accusations from women could be used against him.

Vipin Kumar, meanwhile, is standing his ground. He has alleged that Unni Mukundan verbally and physically assaulted him, and added that the actor has a troubling past and has “misbehaved with several people.” According to the report, Vipin also claimed that Unni was mistaken in thinking there’s no evidence of the incident, and mentioned that the police are checking CCTV footage. He has submitted complaints to both FEFKA and AMMA.

Vipin Kumar had earlier lodged a police complaint against Unni Mukundan, claiming the actor assaulted him in the parking area of his Kochi apartment. According to Vipin, the fight started after he shared a social media post praising Tovino Thomas’ latest film, Narivetta, which didn’t go down well with Unni.

After lodging a complaint with the Info Park police in Kochi, Vipin spoke to the media, saying, “I did promotions for Tovino Thomas’ Narivetta. I had posted praising the film, which Unni didn’t like. He called me that night and asked me to stop working for him. I said okay.”

Vipin alleged that Unni called him to the parking area of his building on Monday, where the assault took place. According to the FIR, Unni allegedly punched him in the face, broke his sunglasses, and threatened to kill him.

“He beat me up after abusing me…I worked with him for six years. I am a PR consultant and work with other actors, he knows that. He’s frustrated that he didn’t get good films after Marco. Even Get Set Baby failed at the box office. He was supposed to direct a film, but Gokulam Movies withdrew. He is showing that frustration on the people around him. None of them are with him now. Even I have my limits,” claimed Vipin.

Unni Mukundan has admitted that he broke Vipin Kumar’s sunglasses during the argument but denied physically assaulting him. The actor said the real issue was the rumours Vipin had been spreading about him. Unni also clarified that his friendship with Tovino Thomas remains unaffected by the incident.

Speaking to Manorama Online, Mukundan confirmed visiting Vipin’s flat in Kochi with a mutual friend, Vishnu Unnithan, but said their discussion happened in an area covered by CCTV. “Yes, I removed and broke his sunglasses, but I did not engage in any act that could be called physical assault,” said Unni, adding, “I personally called Tovino and explained the situation. We’ve been friends since we entered the industry and share a strong bond. No false rumour can destroy that friendship.”

Unni further claimed that he had asked Vipin to return passwords to his accounts and write an apology. He accused the former PR manager of blackmail and of taking undue credit during the promotions of Marco. Unni also alleged that several complaints have been made against Vipin within the film industry, including one by a female actor to the Internal Complaints Committee (ICC).

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