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'Viduthalai Part 2' trailer: Vijay Sethupathi returns in Vetrimaaran's film

Viduthalai 2 brings back Vijay Sethupathi and Soori alongside Gautham Vasudev Menon, Rajiv Menon, and Chethan. The sequel will also have Manju Warrier playing a vital role

'Viduthalai Part 2' trailer: Vijay Sethupathi returns in Vetrimaaran's film
Updated On : 27 Nov 2024 | 6:19 PM IST

Kanguva box office collection day 6: Suriya's film earns Rs 60 crore

At the start of the week, Suriya's film Kanguva saw a sharp decline in its box office collection. However, the film maintained its Monday earnings and made a similar amount (India net) on Tuesday

Kanguva box office collection day 6: Suriya's film earns Rs 60 crore
Updated On : 20 Nov 2024 | 12:32 PM IST

Keerthy Suresh set to marry childhood boyfriend Antony Thattil in Goa

Actor Keerthy Suresh is all set to marry her long-term boyfriend, Antony Thattil. As per the Deccan Chronicle report, Keerthy and Antony have been high school sweethearts for 14 years

Keerthy Suresh set to marry childhood boyfriend Antony Thattil in Goa
Updated On : 19 Nov 2024 | 2:31 PM IST

Tamil Nadu: 'Thalapathy' Vijay to talk politics publicly at first meeting

Months after announcing his political party Tamizhaga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK), top Tamil actor Vijay is likely to spell out his political agenda and vision for the state during his keenly watched maiden public meeting here on Sunday. Vijay has announced facing the 2026 Assembly polls, spicing up the political battlefield long dominated by the Dravidian rivals DMK and the AIADMK, with a resurgent BJP under K Annamalai making some impressive strides in this year's Lok Sabha polls. The saffron party is keen to put up a good show in the hustings in 2026 as well. Vijay, whose movies have been top grossers, unveiled his party in February this year, joining a list of Tamil cinema celebrities who had taken the political plunge. He had unveiled the TVK party flag recently and the Sunday public conference at Vikravandi in this district is being keenly watched by political parties, observers and people alike as he is all set to unveil his vision for the state and the political agenda. Although,

Tamil Nadu: 'Thalapathy' Vijay to talk politics publicly at first meeting
Updated On : 27 Oct 2024 | 12:51 PM IST

Rajinikanth-starrer Vettaiyan released today, Prime Video buys OTT rights

The Tamil film Vettaiyan was released today (Oct 10). Under the direction of TJ Gnanavel, it features Rajinikanth, Amitabh Bachchan, Fahadh Faasil, and Rana in lead roles

Rajinikanth-starrer Vettaiyan released today, Prime Video buys OTT rights
Updated On : 10 Oct 2024 | 4:35 PM IST

Mollywood Director Ranjith faces fresh #MeToo allegations; FIRs filed

The latest complaint has been lodged by a young actor who alleges he was sexually abused by director Ranjith in 2012

Mollywood Director Ranjith faces fresh #MeToo allegations; FIRs filed
Updated On : 31 Aug 2024 | 10:11 AM IST

Suriya 44: Filmmakers drop first look of actor as gangster on his birthday

The first look of Suriya in his upcoming film, tentatively titled "Suriya 44," has been released to celebrate the actor's birthday. The actors appears in a ferocious gangster avatar in promo

Suriya 44: Filmmakers drop first look of actor as gangster on his birthday
Updated On : 23 Jul 2024 | 1:47 PM IST

Aavesham OTT release: Where to watch Fahadh Faasil's movie online?

Fahadh Faasil's Aavesham movie is all set to release online on May 9, 2024, on Prime Video. Here's all you need to know

Aavesham OTT release: Where to watch Fahadh Faasil's movie online?
Updated On : 07 May 2024 | 3:13 PM IST

Aranmanai 4 box office collection Day 4: Movie to earn 20 crore in 4 days

Aranmanai 4 box office collection day 4 is expected to remain lower than the previous days due to the working day, Monday. The movie is expected to cross Rs 20 crore mark in four days

Aranmanai 4 box office collection Day 4: Movie to earn 20 crore in 4 days
Updated On : 06 May 2024 | 5:01 PM IST

More than 157 million Indians bought 943 million movie tickets in 2023

Theatre-going population in India on the rise, says Ormax data

More than 157 million Indians bought 943 million movie tickets in 2023
Updated On : 23 Apr 2024 | 11:39 PM IST

Lal Salaam Box Office Collection Day 5: Movie earnings continue to fall

Aishwarya Rajinikanth-directed Lal Salaam movie received mixed reactions from fans and critics. The movie hit theatres on February 9, 2024

Lal Salaam Box Office Collection Day 5: Movie earnings continue to fall
Updated On : 13 Feb 2024 | 5:57 PM IST

Merry Christmas: All about Vijay Sethupathi and Katrina Kaif's next film

Produced by Sanjay Routray, Ramesh Taurani, Jaya Taurani and Kewal Garg and under the direction by Sriram Raghavan, Merry Christmas is the first joint collab between Tips Films and Matchbox Pictures

Merry Christmas: All about Vijay Sethupathi and Katrina Kaif's next film
Updated On : 12 Jan 2024 | 4:48 PM IST

Rana Daggubati's first look of 'Rakshasa Raja' is out on his 39th b'day

On Rana Daggubati's birthday, the first look for his upcoming film Rakshasa Raja was released. The actor and the film's director, Teja, worked together on the project

Rana Daggubati's first look of 'Rakshasa Raja' is out on his 39th b'day
Updated On : 15 Dec 2023 | 5:34 PM IST

Happy B'day Rajinikanth: From Amitabh to Dhanush, stars wish Thalaivar

Superstar Rajinikanth is celebrating his 73rd birthday today, December 12. On this special day, Dhanush and a number of celebrities and fans took to social media to wish him

Happy B'day Rajinikanth: From Amitabh to Dhanush, stars wish Thalaivar
Updated On : 12 Dec 2023 | 2:28 PM IST

Vijay Sethupathi launches poster of his 50th movie, Maharaja, fans react

Vijay Sethupathi unveiled the poster of his 50th movie, Maharaja. The actor also mentioned that "50 movies are not expected at all," and "it is like a milestone"

Vijay Sethupathi launches poster of his 50th movie, Maharaja, fans react
Updated On : 11 Sep 2023 | 2:33 PM IST

Ponniyin Selvan 2 trailer, music launched: Find the details here

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Jayam Ravi, Vikram, Karthi, Trisha, and AR Rahman, among others, attended Ponniyin Selvan 2's trailer and music release in Chennai

Ponniyin Selvan 2 trailer, music launched: Find the details here
Updated On : 30 Mar 2023 | 1:22 PM IST

Dhanush's 'Thiruchitrambalam' makes its way to Rs 100-cr club at box office

'Thiruchitrambalam', featuring Dhanush in the lead, has entered the coveted club of films that have grossed a whopping Rs 100 crores or more worldwide

Dhanush's 'Thiruchitrambalam' makes its way to Rs 100-cr club at box office
Updated On : 06 Sep 2022 | 5:16 PM IST

I-T raids underway at multiple locations linked to Tamil film producer

According to sources, The IT sleuths were carrying out raids at 40 places including Chennai, Madurai since 5 am in the morning.

I-T raids underway at multiple locations linked to Tamil film producer
Updated On : 02 Aug 2022 | 5:50 PM IST

Netflix bets on film star-worshipping southern market to power growth

The US company has greenlighted at least six TV shows in southern Indian languages this year, aggressively chasing deals in Tollywood as the Telugu and Tamil film and TV industry is known

Netflix bets on film star-worshipping southern market to power growth
Updated On : 25 May 2022 | 12:42 AM IST

Can star-studded Diwali show bring the sparkle back to cinema halls?

Stars are returning to India's big screens. In the past year, streaming platforms like Netflix and Hotstar had become the only avenue for producers. But Diwali releases may be reversing the trend

Can star-studded Diwali show bring the sparkle back to cinema halls?
Updated On : 09 Nov 2021 | 8:18 AM IST