Even as the recent event organised by the Tamil Nadu government to celebrate legendary composer-singer Ilaiyaraaja’s 50 years in cinema was a star-studded affair celebrating his music and legacy, it also served as a rare reunion of artistes who rose to iconic status together, having shared a remarkable journey through the world of cinema. Alongside...
The wait is finally over for Bigg Boss Tamil fans, as the popular reality show is all set to return with its ninth season. This season will once again see Vijay Sethupathi as the host, a familiar face whose charm and presence have become key parts of the show. His return ends weeks of speculation...
Having made their foray into the film industry around the same time — in the mid-70s — it’s no exaggeration to say that music maestro Ilaiyaraaja and ‘Superstar’ Rajinikanth grew up together in cinema. Since their debuts with Annakili (1976) and Apoorva Raagangal (1975), respectively, the two have joined forces several times, gifting Tamil cinema...
Actor-choreographer Prabhudeva is stepping into the world of streaming with Sony LIV’s political crime thriller Sethurajan IPS. In the show, Prabhudeva plays a cop. Talking about his role in the show, the actor said, “Sethurajan IPS isn’t just a cop; he’s a man caught in a storm of duty, identity, and politics. This role challenged...
Legendary composer Ilaiyaraaja recently visited the Kolluru Mookambika Temple in Udupi, Karnataka, where he offered a diamond crown and a golden sword to the deity. He was accompanied by his son, Karthik Raja, and later interacted with the press following the visit. “I did not offer anything to the goddess. Whatever I have got in...
Arjun Das has been on a remarkable run as both a leading man and a villain in commercial films since his breakthrough collaboration with Lokesh Kanagaraj in Kaithi (2019). The actor, who is currently awaiting the release of his upcoming Tamil film Bomb, recently reflected on his journey with Lokesh, whom he regards as his...
The Tamil language multilingual period epic Kaantha, starring Dulquer Salman in the lead role, was supposed to release this Friday, on September 12, as per earlier theatre schedules. However, with a day to go ahead for the earlier release date, the makers behind Kaantha, Wayfarer Studios, put out a tweet confirming the postponement on their...
Reports of Tamil cinema’s biggest icons, Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan, reuniting on screen after 46 years have set the internet abuzz. The news was confirmed at the recently held SIIMA festival in Dubai, where Kamal Haasan himself hinted at their much-awaited collaboration. According to reports, the duo will be joining hands for a film directed...
Actor Sivakarthikeyan recently took to his social media handles to share what he described as the best review he has received for his latest film, Madharaasi, and it came from none other than ‘Superstar’ Rajinikanth. The actor wrote on X, ”Just received the appreciation for #Madharaasi from my idol, my Thalaivar #Superstar @rajinikanth sir. ‘My...
Last month, actor Ravi Mohan announced the launch of his production house, Ravi Mohan Studios, and revealed that he would be making his directorial debut with the Tamil film An Ordinary Man. Recently, the actor shared a quirky promo introducing audiences to the film’s hero, played by Yogi Babu. The video shows Yogi meeting Ravi...
