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Where To Stream R Sarathkumar’s The Smile Man? (Photo Credit – Prime Video)

R Sarathkumar’s milestone 150th film, The Smile Man, has certainly not raised too many eyebrows at the box office, but it’s now hoping to steal hearts on Ott. The Tamil crime thriller, which opened in theatres on December 27, 2024, is now streaming online, offering fans a second opportunity to spot the veteran actor in a strong role.

Where To Stream R Sarathkumar’s The Smile Man?

The Smile Man is currently streaming on Aha Tamil. The movie was released on the Ott platform on January 24, 2025. If you missed to watch the film in theatres last year, you can now enjoy this taut crime thriller from the comfort of your own couch!

If you’re a fan of mysteries with emotional depth or just want to see R Sarathkumar do something different, The Smile Man would be your ideal next binge.

Anticipation is building for the upcoming Tamil sports drama, Bison: Kaalamaadan, directed by the visionary Mari Selvaraj. While Dhruv Vikram takes center stage as the lead, the film boasts a stellar ensemble cast that promises to elevate the narrative to new heights. Let’s delve into the pivotal roles played by Lal, Anupama Parameswaran, Pasupathy, Kalaiyarasan, and Rajisha Vijayan, and explore how their characters enrich this cinematic journey.

Vikram takes on the lead role, portraying the character of Manathi Ganesan, an Arjuna Award-winning Kabaddi player. This film is based on the real-life story of Ganesan, highlighting his journey and achievements in the sport.

Anupama Parameswaran plays a significant role in the film, although specific details about her character have not been publicly disclosed.

Lal: The mentor with a steely resolve

Veteran actor Lal steps into the shoes of a seasoned Kabaddi coach, a character etched with experience and unwavering determination.

Dhruv Vikram Bison First Look (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Dhruv Vikram has been teasing his upcoming film Bison for quite some time now. The film wrapped up filming on February 17, 2025. In his Instagram post, he thanked the film’s director Mari Selvaraj, and called the film ‘life-changing’ as well. The movie has been in the works since 2020, and finally, fans will get to see its first look.

When is the first look of Bison releasing?

On March 5, 2025, Dhruv Vikram first announced the teaser with a black and white poster. A man’s silhouette is placed on the right and it is facing left. The man is wearing a white shirt. The film’s title is written horizontally along with supplementary information like the producers and the director of the film.

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Talented Malayalam actor Shane Nigam makes his transition to Tamil cinema with a film that is high on noise decibel. Like many other rustic fables, Madraskaaran (the man from Madras) assumes that all non-citified folks speak at the top of their voice as though everyone is deaf. The noise pollution is meant to add to the ongoing drama. What it does in Madraskaaran is to partially conceal its writing frailties.

Once we cross the basic premise—a guy hits a pregnant woman while driving—there is nothing much to be said except to fuel the feud that ensues. Writer-director Vaali Mohan Das trudges through the din of mob fury with little control over the hectic activity. While the jostle and shove of angry mobsters is a highlight, most of the fighting and screaming have more bark than any real bite.

Calamitously, the narrative doesn’t allow Sathya (Shane Nigam) and...

Madraskaaran, Shane Nigam, Tamil drama (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Shane Nigam, the Mollywood star, made his Kollywood debut as the lead in the film Madraskaaran. Unfortunately, the film’s performance at the box office was lackluster. In less than a month since its theatrical release, the film is set to make its Ott debut. It had a prime release timing, hitting theaters during the Pongal season, but still struggled to make an impact.

Plot

The story follows an average, everyday individual who becomes the target of mysterious assassins sent by a powerful man with a personal vendetta. The protagonist must uncover the reason behind these attacks to protect his family and end the threat.

Cast and Crew

Written and directed by Vaali Mohan Das, the film features Shane Nigam, Niharika Konidela, Karunas, Aishwarya Dutta, Geetha Kailasam, Kalaiyarasan, and others in the cast. Prasanna S. Kumar handles the cinematography, with music composed...

Here’s A Look At The Top Tamil Movies Releasing In Pongal 2025 (Photo Credit – YouTube)

The year 2025 has arrived, bringing excitement for movie lovers. Many films are scheduled to be released in theaters. With Pongal and Sankranti celebrations approaching, Tamil and Telugu cinemas are preparing for big releases. Several Telugu movies will soon hit theaters, including Ram Charan’s Game Changer and Venkatesh Daggubati’s Sankranthiki Vasthunam. Similarly, Tamil cinema has an exciting lineup for Pongal. Here are the top Tamil movies releasing this festival season.

1. Madha Gaja Raja

Starring Vishal, Santhanam, Anjali, Varalaxmi Sarathkumar, Sonu Sood, Manivannan, Subbaraju, and Rajendran, Madha Gaja Raja was originally planned for release during Pongal 2013. After a long delay of 12 years, it is finally releasing on January 12, 2025. The movie is an action-comedy directed by Sundar C. It promises a mix of thrilling action and emotional moments. Vishal plays the lead role. The cast includes Santhanam,...

Devara Box Office Collection Update! (Photo Credit – Instagram/Jio TV)

Jr Ntr led Devara continues to add footfalls, although on the lower end. The action drama co-starring Saif Ali Khan and Janhvi Kapoor suffered due to its high budget. The box office collections have been decent so far. Scroll below for the latest update on day 29.

Directed by Koratala Siva, the action drama was released in theatres worldwide on September 27, 2024. Jr Ntr returned to the big screens after his Oscar-award-winning film, Rrr, and the hype was humungous. The advance booking also achieved some milestones, but the negative word-of-mouth spoiled the party.

Box Office Collection Day 29

In 29 days, Devara has earned a net box office collection of 289.25 crores in all languages in India. Despite negative word of mouth, the Jr Ntr starrer has managed to pull cine-goers to the theatres. The film is still witnessing decent occupancy, especially in the leading markets in the South.

Devara Box Office Collection Day 10 Update! (Photo Credit – Facebook)

Devara has completed the second weekend at the Indian box office. The action drama has been slow because of mixed reviews ll but it is the massive fandom of Jr Ntr, that has kept the boat sailing so far. There’s been an improvement in collections on day 10. Scroll below for the latest updates!

Directed by Koratala Siva, the film was released in theatres on September 27, 2024. Telangana and Andhra Pradesh are among leading states, that continue to contribute to around 70-80% of the total box office collection. Apart from that, the Hindi belt has also been surprising, with decent to good earnings since the opening day.

Box Office Collection Day 10

On the second Sunday, Devara made box office collection of 12.70 crores in all languages in the domestic market. It witnessed a decent growth of 37% compared to 9.25 crores added to the kitty on the previous day.

Captain Miller is an upcoming Tamil-language action thriller film directed by Arun Matheswaran and starring Dhanush in the lead role. The film is scheduled to release on December 15th, 2023.

The film follows the exploits of a renegade Miller (Dhanush) and his unconventional outlaws who execute daring loots and heists across the country. Miller is a mastermind who plans every detail of his operations with precision and skill. He is also a charismatic leader who inspires loyalty and respect from his crew.

Captain Miller Teaser

However, Miller’s life of crime is not without its challenges. He faces opposition from the law enforcement agencies, rival gangs, and his own inner demons. Miller must decide whether to continue running or confront the challenges head-on.

Captain Miller promises to be a thrilling and entertaining ride for the audience, with high-octane action sequences, witty dialogues, and a gripping plot. The film also features a stellar supporting cast,...

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The Madras combo of actor Karthi and director Pa. Ranjith, who delivered a critically acclaimed and commercially successful political drama in 2014, is all set to reunite for another project. The film will be produced by Studio Green, who also bankrolled Madras and Sarpatta Parambarai, Ranjith’s latest sports drama. The film is expected to go on floors in 2024 and the official announcement will be made next year on the occasion of 10 years of Madras.

Madras was a gritty and realistic portrayal of the lives and struggles of the people living in the slums of North Chennai, which also showcased the political rivalry and violence among different clans. The film won several awards and accolades, including two Filmfare Awards South, four Siima Awards, seven Ananda Vikatan Cinema Awards and four Edison AwardsAd1234 Karthi’s performance as Kaali, a short-tempered and impulsive young man who gets involved in the clan war,...

Mumbai, Aug 26 (Ians) Actors Nawazuddin Siddiqui and Regina Cassandra are teaming up for an upcoming film ‘Section 108’ directed by Rashik Khan.

Produced by the dynamic combo of CinemaWala Ventures and Three arrows production, and it’s presented by one of the famed and most thoughtful directors Aneez Bazmee. The film is touted to be around the biggest scam in the country.

The teaser of the film is set to release on August 27. Other details related to the film are still under wraps.

Meanwhile, Nawazuddin will be seen in ‘Haddi’ a crime drama directed by Akshat Ajay Sharma. The film also stars Anurag Kashyap and Ila Arun in key roles. Nawazuddin plays a double role in the film, one of which is transgender.

Regina made her acting debut in a supporting role with the Tamil film Kanda Naal Mudhal (2005) and made her Telugu film debut with Siva Manasulo Sruthi (2012). She made...

EntertainmentBhavana’s last Tamil venture was alongside actor Ajith Kumar in Saran’s 2010 film ‘Aasal’, back in 2010.Bhavana in the poster for the film The Door / InstagramA horror film titled The Door will mark actor Bhavana’s return to Tamil cinema after a gap of 13 years. The film is directed by her brother Jaiiddev and produced by her husband Naveen Rajan under the banner of Junedream Studios. In the intriguing first look poster, which was released on the occasion of the actor’s birthday on June 6, Bhavana can be seen wearing a grim expression as she stands leaning on a brick house’s partially opened wooden door, as wounded hands emerge from the gap. There is blood splattered on the door. Apart from Bhavana, The Door’s cast includes Ganesh Venkatram, Jayaprakash, Nandhu, Sriranjini, Kapil Velavan, and Priya Venkat. Varun Unni will be the music composer, Goutham G will handle the cinematography,...

Filmmaker Jude Anthany Joseph’s critically and commercially acclaimed Malayalam film ‘2018’ which had hit the screens on May 5 is continuing its dream run at the box-office. Having received such great response from the audiences and critics all across, makers of ‘2018’ are now gearing up to release the film nationwide.

‘2018’ narrates the story of the devastating Kerala floods that occurred in 2018 when people from all walks of life came together to survive the calamity. The film effectively takes forward the message that humanity can win over adversity.

Starring Minnal Murali fame actor Tovino Thomas, Indrans, Kunchacko Boban, Aparna Balamurali, Vineeth Sreenivasan, Asif Ali, Lal, Narain, Tanvi Ram, Sshivada, Kalaiyarasan, Aju Varghese, Siddique, Joy Mathew and Sudheesh, ‘2018’ will have a massive pan-India release on Friday May 26th this week in Hindi, Tamil and Telugu languages, further taking the box-office by storm. As per insiders, the Hindi version of the...

Filmmaker Jude Anthany Joseph’s critically and commercially acclaimed Malayalam-language film “2018,” which released on May 5, will bow pan India on May 26 in the Hindi, Tamil and Telugu languages.

The Hindi-language version of the film will be released via E4 Entertainment.

“2018” narrates the story of the devastating Kerala floods that occurred in 2018 when people from all walks of life came together to survive the calamity. The film aims to convey the message that humanity can win over adversity. It stars Netflix’s “Minnal Murali” lead Tovino Thomas alongside Indrans, Kunchacko Boban (Netflix’s “Ariyippu”), Aparna Balamurali, Vineeth Sreenivasan, Asif Ali, Lal, Narain, Tanvi Ram, Sshivada, Kalaiyarasan, Aju Varghese, Siddique, Joy Mathew and Sudheesh. It released in its home state Kerala and in a few neighbouring states and has earned more than $16 million theatrically so far, including U.S. and U.K. box office.

Joseph said: “We are so delighted...

2018(Malayalam)

To make a film so profoundly moving on the 2018 cataclysmic floods in Kerala is not an easy task. Director Jude Anthony Joseph has managed the impossible. He has converted a natural disaster into a cinematic symphony of trauma and healing .

Every character , no matter how big or small, is etched in vivid colours, and no matter how insignificant a gesture of kindness may seem from the outside, every helping hand is contoured with compassion.

True, the cornucopia of characters is initially daunting , even to those who are familiar with Malayalam actors, the outflow of population gets unmanageable. And yes at time the mellow drama descends into melodrama. But once the actual story kicks in , there is much to appreciate and applaud as a flood of dexterously crafted heart-in-the-mouth episodes, and moments where it is hard to hold back our tears, ,merge with an accentuated flourish.

The first rule of...

ControversyViduthalai Sigappi’s satirical poem on manual scavenging, with references to Hindu gods Raman, Sitha, and Lakshmanan, had earlier led to an Fir against him based on the complaint of a rightwing fringe group.All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam’s (Aiadmk) former interim-secretary and party rebel O Panneerselvam, commonly referred to as Ops, issued a statement against Dalit poet and assistant director Viduthalai Sigappi on Wednesday, May 10. Reacting to the ongoing controversy surrounding Viduthalai’s recitation of a satirical poem on manual scavenging, with references to Hindu gods Raman, Sitha, and Lakshmanan, Ops urged Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Mk Stalin to intervene immediately and take strict action as per the law against “those who insult Hindu gods”. It has to be ensured that such incidents do not happen in the future, he added. It was on April 30 that Viduthalai, who also works as filmmaker Pa Ranjith’s assistant director,...

Social MediaTovino Thomas, Kunchacko Boban, Asif Ali, Vineeth Sreenivasan, and Aparna Balamurali appear in prominent roles in the film, which is based on the stories of unity that Kerala had witnessed at the time of the 2018 floods.Malayalam film 2018, telling the story of that year’s devastating Kerala floods, came out the same day as The Kerala Story, a Hindi movie that many have dubbed as propaganda against the state. People watching the Malayalam film began posting about the stories of unity that Kerala had celebrated at the time of the flood. Several people shared real life instances adapted to the movie, asserting that this is the ‘real Kerala story’. On Monday, May 8, four days after the movie came out, hashtags celebrating the film are trending on social media. “This movie will show you how entire Kerala and its people fought against a disaster. This will show you how we faced that disaster with courage,...

ReviewThe film, despite its staginess, deserves a pat for making you remember the forgotten sacrifices.Spinning a movie from the havoc caused by the 2018 rains that lasted many weeks in Kerala and the human stories around it would have been demanding on Jude Anthany Joseph and team. The effort they took comes out in the meticulously captured frames and the sound and fury of the devastating rains and floods will keep ringing in your ears minutes after the movie has ended. Though the scripting makes heroic moments appear staged, knowing the real stories behind them would still move you. It would also take you back five years and let you relive some of those experiences. 2018, the film, despite its staginess, deserves a pat for making you remember the forgotten sacrifices. Stars keep tumbling out in the first few minutes – Tovino Thomas, an easygoing runaway army man, Kunchacko Boban who sits in a control room office,...

Award

British presenter, broadcaster, filmmaker, author and historian, professor David Olusoga, will be presented with a BAFTA Special Award at the upcoming BAFTA Television Awards on May 14. The award is one of BAFTA’s highest honors recognizing an outstanding contribution to film, games or television.

Olusoga’s credits include presenting history series “A House Through Time” (BBC Two), writing and presenting series “Black & British: A Forgotten History” (BBC Two) and the BAFTA-winning “Britain’s Forgotten Slave Owners.” In recent years he led major interviews with the former President of the United States, Barack Obama and lectures including the Edinburgh TV Festival MacTaggart Lecture in 2020.

Olusoga said: “It is humbling to have my work in television, as both a producer and a presenter, recognized in this way.”

Jane Millichip, CEO at BAFTA added: “We are honoured to present David Olusoga the BAFTA Special Award at our forthcoming BAFTA Television Awards with P&o Cruises.

Film AnnouncementThe boxing period drama garnered many fans, talking about sports, caste and politics. Courtesy/NeelamProductionsFans of Pa Ranjith’s hit boxing movie Sarpatta Parambarai will be excited to know that a sequel is in the making, with actor Arya reprising his role as the lead character Kabilan. Announcing the movie with a minimal poster, Pa Ranjith’s Neelam Productions said, “Hear the sound of the bell? That's the mark for round 2️. Brace yourself for #Sarpatta2.” The poster shows Kabilan in a blue robe, with his back to us. A plain black background is embossed with a large number 2. Apart from Arya, it is unclear at the moment if other cast members from the first movie such as Dushara Vijayan, who played Kabilan’s wife Mariamma, Shabeer Kallarakkal aka the immensely popular Dancing Rose, Kalaiyarasan as Vetri, Pasupathy as Rangan Vathiyar, Kabilan’s arch-rival Vembuli played by John Kokken, or...

InterviewThe actor, who works across film industries, opens up about how he manages to speak his mind in a world where staying silent has become the norm, his farming journey, and making every language his.Subha J RaoScreengrab: YouTube/Hombale FilmsOn September 29, after the premiere shows of Kantara, while everyone was bewitched by the climax and Rishab Shetty’s Shivanna, the forest officer Murali – played by the inimitable Kishore – won his fair share of admiration too. He was the voice of reason, the one sticking to the rules and protecting the people from the usurping landlord. The next morning, during the first show of Mani Ratnam’s ambitious Ponniyin Selvan I, Kishore appeared again as Ravidhasan, the bodyguard of the slain king Veerapandian, who is out to kill the Chola prince. Again, he was pitch-perfect. Cut to mid-October and the trailer of the Aha Tamil series Pettaikaali, starring Kishore and Kalaiyarasan dropped.

Director Jude Antony’s upcoming film on the great floods that ravaged Kerala recently has been titled ‘2018’.

The unit of the film, which features a huge star cast including Kunchako Boban, Tovino Thomas, Asif Ali, Vineeth Srinivasan, Aparna Balamurali, Kalaiyarasan, Narain, Lal, Indrans, Ajuvarghese, Tanviram, Sshivada and Gautami Nair, recently released the title poster of the film.

Actress Sshivada, who too released the title poster on her Instagram timeline, wrote, “The story of the brave Keralites who fought together the flood that drenched the state in 2018. Unveiling the title of the movie. Revealing the story of the real heroes. ‘Everyone is a hero’.”

Anto Joseph, who is one of the producers of the film, wrote a lengthy post in Malayalam about the film.

He said, “2018 is a constant memory of the great flood for Kerala. We still have sleepless nights, nightmares thinking about the flood that washed away everything… But Malayalees survived that too…...

Popular Tamil film director Pa Ranjith, who’s next film ‘Natchathiram Nagargiradhu’ has triggered huge interest among film buffs and fans, said that ‘Natchathiram Nagargiradhu’ is not a romantic film but is about love.

He said: “‘Natchathiram Nagargiradhu’ is not a film on love. It is a film about love. When a man and a woman meet, it begins as love. Only when this love for one another gets known to family members does it turn into a societal problem.

“Here (in this society), love has a value. Love is interlinked with caste and community. When love is personal, there is no problem. Now, they have changed love into a political term. This film will discuss that issue.”

The director further disclosed that his film will also discuss love between homosexuals as well as transgenders.

According to sources, that post production work on the film is progressing at a brisk pace.

InterviewIn an interview with Tnm, director Sarjun discusses where the idea for ‘Burqa’ came from, why he decided to take the film festival route, and his choice of actors for the movie.Subha J RaoNajma (Mirnaa), a young Muslim widow is alone at home, observing Iddah or Iddat – the period of solitude – following the death of her husband when Surya (Kalaiyarasan), an injured man who takes part in protests for money, knocks on her door. He’s being chased by someone and desperately seeks refuge in her home. The widow, who had been married very briefly to a lovely understanding man, is a trained nurse and resists helping, but eventually does. She dresses his wound and gives him painkillers. For the next hour on screen, the two – a girl who lost love even as she was discovering it and a cynical man who has seen his sex worker mother plod...

Post production work of director Pa Ranjith’s eagerly-awaited romantic musical, ‘Natchathiram Nagargiradhu’, is progressing at a brisk pace. A source close to the unit said, “Sound mixing for the film has just been completed. The film is to release on August 31. The clearance from the Censor Board is expected to arrive by Tuesday.”

The film, which has Kalidas Jayaram, Kalaiyarasan and Dushara Vijayan in the lead, is believed to deal with different facets of love.

“Director Ranjith deals with different kinds of love and how some kinds are politicised. The point he tries to make is that love can happen to anybody and it must not be politicised,” the source informed.

Kishore Kumar, who shot the critically acclaimed ‘Irandam Ulagaporin Kadisi Gundu’, is the cinematographer of this film while editing is by Selva.

The film, which has music by Tenma, has evoked a lot of interest among both film buffs and fans alike.

The unit of director Obeli Krishna’s eagerly-awaited explosive action thriller ‘Pathu Thala’, featuring actor Simbu in the lead, on Thursday announced that it had completed the Bellary schedule of the film.

Taking to Twitter, director Obeli Krishna said, “Power packed Bellary schedule is over.”

Silambarasan better known as Simbu had resumed shooting for the action thriller at the beginning of this month.

Prior to that, he had been dubbing for another eagerly awaited film, director Gautham Vasudev Menon’s ‘Vendhu Thanindhadhu Kaadu’.

‘Pathu Thala’ will, apart from having Simbu in the lead, also feature actors Gautham Karthik and Priya Bhavani Shankar in pivotal roles.

Scheduled to hit the screens on December 14 this year, the film will also feature actors Kalaiyarasan and Teejay of ‘Asuran’ fame among others.

‘Pathu Thala’ has triggered huge expectations as Simbu plays a don called A G R in the film. The story revolves around Simbu,...

Film CommentaryDhammam is part of SonyLiv’s anthology series Victim, who’s Next? featuring four short films.Bharathy SingaravelSpoiler alert: This article is not a review and discusses some scenes in detail. The scene opens to a Buddha half buried in the mud. A girl, possibly no more than ten-years-old, sits astride the idol’s shoulders. She tries to stand up, teetering on the edge, a gleeful smile on her lips as she spreads out her arms like wings. At this exact moment, her father working in a field nearby, breaks the spell. Shouting at her for her “irreverence” he drags the little girl off the statue, much to her annoyance. “You never let me fly! Hasn’t the Buddha himself said ‘there is no god?!” she demands. The father grumbles to himself about his ‘out-of-control’ daughter. The girl, miffed, but unrepentant, goes off to play in the mud chasing fish.

Review ‘Victim: Who is Next?’, now streaming on SonyLIV, has four thrillers directed by Pa Ranjith, Rajesh M, Chimbudevan and Venkat Prabhu that play around with the question of victimhood, agency and redemption.Sowmya RajendranCourtesy: Youtube | SonyLivIt’s not an exaggeration to say that Over-the-Top platforms in India have gone over-the-top with anthology films. Most of these have been around uninspiring themes, with more misses than hits in the lineup. Victim: Who is Next?, now streaming on SonyLIV, breaks the monotony by giving us four twisty thrillers that play around with the question of victimhood, agency and redemption. Shot during the Covid-19 pandemic, each film is mostly set in one location. Dhammam (compassion), by Pa Ranjith, unfolds in an agricultural field; Mirrage, by Rajesh M, is set in a spooky guesthouse; Kottai Pakku Vathalum Mottai Maadi Sitharum, by Chimbudevan, makes use of an apartment building; Confession, by Venkat Prabhu, shifts...

Review ‘Victim: Who is Next?’, now streaming on SonyLIV, has four thrillers directed by Pa Ranjith, Rajesh M, Chimbudevan and Venkat Prabhu that play around with the question of victimhood, agency and redemption.Sowmya RajendranCourtesy: Youtube | SonyLivIt’s not an exaggeration to say that Over-the-Top platforms in India have gone over-the-top with anthology films. Most of these have been around uninspiring themes, with more misses than hits in the lineup. Victim: Who is Next?, now streaming on SonyLIV, breaks the monotony by giving us four twisty thrillers that play around with the question of victimhood, agency and redemption. Shot during the Covid-19 pandemic, each film is mostly set in one location. Dhammam (compassion), by Pa Ranjith, unfolds in an agricultural field; Mirrage, by Rajesh M, is set in a spooky guesthouse; Kottai Pakku Vathalum Mottai Maadi Sitharum, by Chimbudevan, makes use of an apartment building; Confession, by Venkat Prabhu, shifts...

KollywoodThe film is helmed by Obeli Krishna and also stars actors Priya Bhavani Shankar and Gautham Karthik in the lead.Tnm StaffScreengrab/ YouTubeDirector Obeli Krishna's much awaited action thriller Pathu Thala, featuring actors Silambarasan, Gautham Karthik and Priya Bhavani Shankar in the lead, will hit screens on December 14 this year. The makers of the film took to social media to make the announcement on Thursday, June 30. Studio Green, the production house producing the film, tweeted: "The power-packed Silambarasan Tr and Gautham Karthik-starrer 'Pathu Thala' releasing worldwide in theatres on December 14th, 2022." The film will also feature Kalaiyarasan and Teejay of Asuran fame, among others. The promotional videos and posters had opened to positive response. It featured Simbu as Agr, a don. Cinematography for the film is by Farook J Basha and music is by Ar Rahman. The film is edited by National Award-winning editor Praveen Kl. Pathu Thala is...

Director Janakiraman’s romantic comedy, ‘Titanic’, featuring actors Kalaiyarasan and Anandhi in the lead, is to hit screens worldwide on May 6, its makers announced on Saturday. Taking to Twitter, producer C V Kumar said, “Laughter riot rom-com ‘Titanic’ is releasing on May 6th, in theatres.” Laughter riot rom-com #Titanic is releasing on May 6th, in […]...

The Censor Board of Film Certification has cleared directors Manoj Leonel Jahson and Shyam Sunder’s much-awaited film ‘Kuthiraivaal’, featuring Kalaiyarasan and Anjali Patil in the lead, for release with a U/A certificate. The film, which was supposed to release on March 4, is scheduled to release this Friday. Director Pa Ranjith, whose Neelam Productions has […]...

KollywoodThe Ezhil directorial, headlined by Gautham Krishna and Parthiban, is slated to hit the big screens on March 18.Tnm StaffScreengrab/ YouTubeThe trailer of Yutha Satham, an upcoming Tamil whodunnit starring actors Gautham Karthik and Parthiban, is out. Helmed by director Ezhil, the film will feature Sai Priya as the female lead. The trailer, which was unveiled on Monday, March 14, hints at an intriguing murder mystery that Parthiban and Gautham Karthik have set out to solve. Bankrolled by producer D Vijayakumaran of Kallal Global Entertainment, Yutha Satham is slated to hit the big screens on March 18. Imman is on board as the music composer. The first single from the film is titled 'Thailaanguyil'. “First Single #Thailaanguyil from #YuthaSatham is here https://youtu.be/i5UJ3xikYf8 Sung by @sidsriram in @YugabhaarathiYb ‘s lyrical! Dir by #Ezhil Starring @rparthiepan @Gautham_Karthik Produced by @Kallal_Global @Memeschennai @donechannel1 @adityamusic A #DImmanMusical Praise God!

Directors Manoj Leonel Jahson and Shyam Sunder’s ‘Kuthiraivaal’, featuring actors Kalaiyarasan and Anjali Patel in the lead, will release on March 4, its makers announced on Saturday. Director Pa Ranjith, whose Neelam Productions has produced the film along with Yaazhi Films, took to Twitter to make the announcement. Ranjith said: “Extremely happy to announce that […]...

KollywoodMarking the occasion of Simbu’s 39th birthday on February 3, the makers unveiled a glimpse video from his upcoming film ‘Pathu Thala'.Tnm StaffScreengrab/ YouTubeMarking the occasion of actor Silambarasan Tr’s birthday on February 3, the makers of his upcoming film Pathu Thala unveiled a new glimpse video. The close to 40 seconds video features close up shots of actors Gautham Karthik, Priya Bhavani and Simbu. The latter is likely to appear as a character who has political clout. The glimpse video does not give away a lot of details about the characterisation and plot line. Helmed by filmmaker Obeli N Krishna, Pathu Thala’s cast includes actors Simbu, Gautham Karthik, Gautham Menon, Kalaiyarasan and Priya Bhavani, Shankar and Teejay Arunasalam, among others. The project is bankrolled by Jayantilal Gada and Ke Gnanavelraja under the banners of Studio Green and Pen Studios. Ar Rahman has been roped in as the music composer,...

KollywoodThe Hollywood movie is helmed by the Russo brothers and stars actors Ryan Gosling and Chris Evans.Tnm StaffPopular Kollywood actor Dhanush took to social media on Thursday, December 9, to share an image from the sets of his upcoming Hollywood film The Gray Man. Posting the photo, Dhanush wrote: “A little more Gray Man …(sic),” hinting that he has commenced shooting for the second schedule of the project. Dhanush is seen sitting in front of a monitor in the latest image. Touted to be an action thriller, Dhanush will be sharing the screen with Ryan Gosling and Chris Evans in the film. Dhanush wrapped up the first schedule of the film in June this year. The second schedule has reportedly commenced after a gap of five months. Helmed by the Russo brothers (Joe and Anthony Russo), the film also stars actors Ana De Armas and Jessica Henwick, among others in prominent roles.

KollywoodHelmed by late director Sp Jananthan, the film also stars Jagapathi Babu and Shruti Haasan in pivotal roles.Tnm StaffScreengrab/ YouTubeThe trailer of late director Jananathan’s last film, Laabam, was unveiled on Friday, September 3. The film stars Vijay Sethupathi and Shruti Haasan in the lead roles, with Jagapathi Babu playing the antagonist. The trailer opens with a corporate leader devising plans to supply the company’s products across rural areas in the country. We also see visuals of a factory coming up in a remote village. The next few scenes indicate how the setting up of the manufacturing unit causes clashes between the company and the village residents. Vijay Sethupathi’s dialogues in the trailer as well as the title of the movie (which translates to ‘profit’) suggest that the film will delve into the ‘socialism versus capitalism’ debate. The trailer ends with a dialogue from Vijay Sethupathi saying that it is the lakes,...

Kollywood‘Laabam’ will be clashing with Kangana Ranaut’s ‘Thalaivi’.Tnm StaffLaabam, starring actors Vijay Sethupathi and Shruti Haasan in the lead roles, will be released in theatres on September 9. Vijay Sethupathi and Shruti are sharing the screen for the first time in this film. Laabam will be clashing with Kangana Ranaut and Arvind Swami’s Thalaivi, which is scheduled to release on September 10. Laabam was directed by Sp Jhananathan who passed away earlier in March this year, due to a cardiac arrest. This is the last film of the National Award-winning director. He had won the National Award in 2004 for Iyarkai under the Best Feature Film category. Laabam is a socio-political drama. Vijay Sethupathi plays the role of a social activist, resisting the exploitation of a capitalist, played by actor Jagapathy Babu. The film’s trailer was released on August 21. Subsequently two songs, ‘Yaamili Yaamiliya’ and ‘Yaazha Yaazha’, were released.

Kollywood The shot of Kabilan and Rangan Vaathiyaar riding the cycle has been a particularly popular choice.Bharathy SingaravelNot only has Pa Ranjith’s Sarpatta Parmabarai been hugely successful with audiences and critics alike, it’s also inspired a large number of internet spin-offs as memes and Instagram reels. Young people with barely any props have been single-handedly enacting dialogues of multiple characters and tagging the lead star, Arya, who has good-naturedly retweeted many of them. Recreating scenes from films, very often as lip sync videos, is common on Tamil social media handles. Originally on Tik-Tok and later on Reels, these short videos have a dedicated following. Our timelines are full of Sarpatta memes right now. The shot of Kabilan and Rangan Vaathiyaar riding the cycle has been a particularly popular choice. Other iconic moments from the film have also found their way in to the meme world. So, we...

EntertainmentActor Vishal took to Twitter on Saturday to share the news about the birth of Arya and Sayyeshaa’s first child on July 23. Tnm StaffInstagram/ Sayyeshaa Actor Vishal took to Twitter on Saturday, July 24 to share with fans that actors Arya and Sayyeshaa welcomed their first child on Friday. In his tweet, Vishal congratulated the couple and announced that the couple welcomed their baby girl on Friday. Adding that he is overwhelmed with joy, Vishal wrote: “So Happy to break this news, great to be an Uncle, my Bro Jammy & Sayyeshaa are blessed with a #BabyGirl, uncontrollable emotions rite now in midst of shoot. Always wish the best for them, Inshallah, Gb de new Born, my Baby Girl @sayyeshaa & @arya_offl for taking a new responsibility as a Dad (sic)." Wishes have been pouring in from the actors’ colleagues as well as fans on social media.The couple, who met...

KollywoodIn a press release, the makers revealed how some of the actors have drawn inspiration from real-life boxers in order to prepare for their roles in ‘Sarpatta Parambarai’.Tnm StaffAmazon Prime VideoDirector Pa Ranjith’s much-anticipated sports drama Sarpatta Parambarai released on streaming platform Amazon Prime Video on July 22. Set in North Madras of the '70s, the movie is based on two boxing clans, Sarpatta Parambarai and Idiyappa Parambarai, who compete with each other. The Ranjith directorial features an ensemble cast including actors Arya, Sanchana Natarajan, Shabeer Kallarackal, John Kokken, Kalaiyarasan, Dushara Vijayan, Anupama Kumar and Santosh Pratap, among others. In a press release, the makers recently revealed that the actors, who essayed the role of boxers in the film, not only underwent extensive training and workout sessions, but also worked on their techniques by drawing inspiration from real-life boxers. Visuals from the film also indicate that there are...

KollywoodActor Shabeer Kallarakkal’s performance as Dancing Rose in director Pa Ranjith’s recently released sports drama ‘Sarpatta Parambarai’ has won praise from audiences as well as critics.Tnm StaffScreengrab/ Amazon Prime VideoActor Shabeer Kallarakkal is winning hearts with his performance as Dancing Rose in director Pa Ranjith’s period sports drama Sarpatta Parambarai, which released on Amazon Prime Video on Thursday, July 22. Shortly after the film's release, a new workout video of the actor surfaced online. The video posted by LetsOTT Global, an aggregator platform that posts updates about Over-the-top (Ott) platforms, features Shabeer’s intensive workout and visuals of the rigorous physical routine he followed in preparation for his role in the movie. The workout video features several exercises that are part of High-intensity Interval Training (Hiit), as well as the ones that fall under agility and balance training. Shabeer’s performance as Dancing Rose in Sarpatta has...

ReviewThe boxing matches are superbly staged, but the film is much more than just about the sport.Sowmya RajendranSports films are now dime a dozen in Indian cinema, and you can doze through most of them and safely wake up when the mean opponent is sneering at the protagonist only to be defeated in the final game. However, Sarpatta Parambarai directed by Pa Ranjith who has co-written the film with Tamil Prabha, is like watching a live match ― it brings the heat of the sport, the excitement of each move, and most of all, the glorious unpredictability of sport. Set in 1970s North Madras, at the time when Indira Gandhi announced the Emergency, Sarpatta revolves around boxing clans and the intense competition between them. Arya plays Kabilan, a worker at the harbour whose father was once a champion in the sport. But, his mother Bakkiyam (Anupama Kumar) will not have...

InterviewThe director talks about his new film, which explored the boxing culture of north Chennai.PTIPolitics will always form an important backdrop in his cinema whether it is speaking about Dalits or breaking the stereotypical image of the subaltern culture, says Tamil filmmaker Pa Ranjith. One of the most celebrated contemporary directors in Tamil cinema with films such as Madras and Rajinikanth-starrers Kabali and Kaala to his credit, Ranjith explores the boxing culture of north Chennai in his latest film Sarpatta Parambarai. According to the director, his past movies as well as Sarpatta deal with the ground realities of the working class in the most natural way possible. "My films are an extension of my ideology," Ranjith said. "I have brought sports into the framework of political drama for this project. Be it speaking about Dalit politics or breaking the stereotypical image of subaltern culture, I have always tried...

KollywoodDhanush is reportedly the first Kollywood actor to cross the 10 million follower mark on Twitter.Tnm StaffScreengrabDhanush’s fans celebrated after it was announced that the popular actor has gained 10 million followers on Twitter. He is reportedly the first Kollywood actor to cross the 10 million follower mark. In the Tamil film industry, Kamal Haasan and Suriya have a following of 6.8 million each on Twitter, Superstar Rajinikanth has over 5.9 million followers while Vijay has 3.2 million followers. Film trackers and users congratulated Dhanush on reaching the milestone. Many tweets touched upon about the actor’s performances as well as commercial success. Dhanush was last seen in the Karthik Subbaraj directorial Jagame Thandhiram, which premiered on streaming platform Netflix on June 18. The gangster drama also stars Aishwarya Lekshmi, Game of Thrones actor James Cosmo, Sanchana Natarajan, Joju George and Kalaiyarasan in lead roles. The movie marked the first-time collaboration between Dhanush and Karthik.

KollywoodThe period sports drama marks the first-time collaboration between Pa Ranjith and Arya, and stars Sanchana Natarajan as the female lead.Tnm StaffScreengrab/ YouTubeActor Suriya unveiled the trailer of Arya’s upcoming movie Sarpatta Parambarai. Directed by Pa Ranjith, the movie will stream on Ott platform Amazon Prime Video on July 22. Sharing the trailer on Tuesday, July 13, Suriya congratulated the entire team and also noted that their hard work is reflected on screen. “Hats off @beemji @arya_offl and the entire cast and crew for creating this epic film #SarpattaParambaraiOnPrime The hard work put in by the team is evident onscreen!!(sic),” Suriya’s tweet read. The trailer starts with a heated face-off between two boxing clans – Sarpatta Parambarai and Idiyappa Parambarai. Arya, a boxer from the Sarpatta Parambarai, rises up to the occasion by challenging to take down one of the lead boxers from the opposite side. What ensues is a series of hurdles,...

KollywoodDirected by Pa Ranjith and starring Arya in the lead, ‘Sarpatta’ will release on Amazon Prime Video on July 22.Tnm StaffDirector Pa Ranjith announced that the trailer of his much-awaited sports drama Sarpatta will be released on Tuesday, July 13. The film, starring Arya in the lead, will be released on July 22 on Over-The-Top (Ott) platform Amazon Prime Video, the film unit had announced earlier. The decision to release the film on Ott was made due to the prevailing Covid-19 pandemic. Making the announcement about the trailer, Ranjith tweeted, “The man who has no imagination has no wings- Muhammed Ali! Trailer out tomorrow.” Arya also tweeted about the trailer, “Destined to be the Best Trailer out tomorrow.” The plot of the movie is reportedly set in North Madras of the 1970s and revolves around a fight between two boxing clans – Idiyappa Parambarai and Sarpatta Parambarai. Co-produced and directed by Pa Ranjith,...

KollywoodThis film will see director Pa Ranjith and actor Arya collaborating for the first time, and has music composed by Santhosh Narayanan.Tnm StaffScreengrab/ YouTubeActor Arya announced on Thursday, July 8 that his upcoming movie with director Pa Ranjith, Sarpatta Parambarai, will release on Over-the-top (Ott) platform Amazon Prime Video on July 22. This comes after several films have decided to skip theatrical releases and opt for Ott platform premiere in view of the coronavirus pandemic and lockdown restrictions. Actor Arya, who will be seen as a boxer in Sarpatta Parambarai, extended his gratitude to director Pa Ranjith for providing an unforgettable experience while announcing the news about the Ott platform release of the movie. Sharing the news with fans, Arya wrote,” A boxer by birth or destiny? Bringing you the world of #sarpatta @PrimeVideoIN on July 22. Thank you @beemji sir for this unforgettable experience #SarpattaParambaraiOnPrime.” Director Pa Ranjith also shared the...

NetflixThe makers of the Tamil film also organised a fan event titled ‘Kongas Kondatham’ on June 17, a day before it released on Netflix. Tnm StaffScreengrab/ NetflixDhanush’s much anticipated Kollywood movie Jagame Thandhiram started streaming on Ott platform Netflix on June 18, Friday. In view of the pandemic, Jagame Thandhiram had to skip a theatrical release and opt for a digital premiere. But the makers managed to hold on to some traditional events and practices that take place prior to a movie’s first day, first show, and make it special for fans. The producers organised a fan event titled ‘Kongas Kondatham’ on June 17, a day before the Ott release. And in Tamil Nadu's Theni, a group of men put together a giant cut out of Dhanush, as Suruli, sporting a mustache and sunglasses with guns firing. Sharing a video of how the cutout was created, Netflix wrote, "#JagameThandhiram is releasing tomorrow.

KollywoodHosted by Kiki and Rj Vijay, the event saw the attendance of the ‘Jagame Thandhiram’ team, fans from across the globe and celebrities such as Niharika Nm and Ravichandran Ashwin.Tnm StaffActor Dhanush’s upcoming gangster drama Jagame Thandhiram is all set to premiere on over-the-top (Ott) platform Netflix from June 18. The Karthik Subbaraj directorial stars Dhanush, Aishwarya Lekshmi, Joju George, Kalaiyarasan, Sharath Ravi and James Cosmo. Ahead of the premiere, a fan event titled ‘Kongas Kondatham’ was organized by the makers on Thursday, June 17. The event, which started at 4 pm and went on for over two hours, was hosted by television host Keerthi Shanthanu aka Kiki and Rj Vijay. ‘Kongas Kondatham’ was organized to provide fans an opportunity to meet team Jagame Thandhiram and celebrate the film. The event saw the attendance of fans from across the globe via Zoom. Select fans were given the opportunity to share their...