Producer Listin Stephen's statement that a prominent actor of Malayalam film industry has committed a grave mistake has led to widespread discussions. Although Listin did not reveal who the actor was, rumors were circulating that it was Nivin Pauly.

Producer Sandra Thomas had criticized Listin for not revealing the actor's name, saying that all actors will be under suspicion. Sandra Thomas had also asked Listin Stephen, an office bearer of the film producers association, if he has no faith in the association. She had also demanded that Listin be expelled from the organization. Listin has now come forward replying to the criticisms being raised against him. Listin while talking to a media said that he had not said that it was Nivin Pauly and that he has nothing to do with what others said.

'I am responsible for what I said. I said it with good conscience. Why do you think it is Nivin Pauly? I am doing other films. I have not mentioned anyone's name. If there is a problem, it can be resolved in a day or two. Me, that actor and others know that issue. The reason I didn't mention the actor's name is because in the film industry, actors have fans. You can support an artist without knowing and write anything. The producer who says this is the weakest there,' said Listin.

Sanda Thomas was a friend of mine and is blabbering out of frustration, he said.