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Karthi, one of the most versatile and popular actors in Tamil cinema, has announced his next project, tentatively titled Karthi27. The film will be directed by C Prem Kumar, who made his debut with the critically acclaimed and commercially successful 96, starring Vijay Sethupathi and Trisha. The film will also feature Aravind Swamy, the handsome and talented actor who has delivered memorable performances in films like Roja, Bombay, Thani Oruvan, and Bogan.

The film will be produced by 2D Entertainment, the banner owned by Karthi’s brother and actor Suriya. The production house has been known for backing quality films like 24, Pasanga 2, Magalir Mattum, and Soorarai Pottru. The film will have music by Govind Vasantha, who composed the soulful and nostalgic songs for 96. The film will also mark the reunion of Prem Kumar and PC Sreeram, the legendary cinematographer who worked with him in 96.

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Bramma's Magalir Mattum which released on Friday opened to mixed reviews. While many enjoyed the film and applauded the story of four women who go on a trip to rediscover themselves, some have questioned the film's understanding of women's empowerment.

However, word of mouth has been unanimous on one aspect - the film's cast. Actors Urvashi, Saranya, and Bhanupriya teamed up with Jyothika, who made her comeback to cinema two years ago. ...

"I am the chief servant here. In return for the work I do, I get a place to stay, food and a little affection," says Banupriya, holding a ladle and smiling wryly, as an open-mouthed Urvashi looks on unblinking.

With these words, the actor essaying the role of a homemaker who runs a family in Agra, echoes the lament of women across the country. The smile accompanying this statement proves that little has changed for women since 1994, when the first Magalir Mattum released.

Having made a smashing comeback with 36 Vayadhinile couple of years ago, Jyothika currently awaits the release of another women-centric film, Magalir Mattum, which also stars Bhanupriya, Urvashi and Saranya Ponvannan. After struggling to find a suitable date for release, the film might finally hit the screens on August 11, thanks to the postponement of Ajith's Vivegam to August 24. While the makers are yet to make an official announcement, industry insiders have said the makers are seriously considering the date. ...

The last Friday of the month is high on low-budget outings like Hello Darling, Antardwand, Gumshuda, Madholal - Keep Walking and Soch Lo. While the rest are serious ventures, Hello Darling is a comedy about infidelity and harassment at work place. Produced by Ashok Ghai and directed by Manoj Tiwari, it stars Gul Panag, Isha Koppikhar, Celina Jaitley and Javed Jaffrey in the lead. A remake of Kamal Haasan produced Tamil film Magalir Mattum (1994), Hello Darling is releasing under the Mukta Arts Films banner. It revolves around a womanising boss (Javed), who targets three fashion designers in his office (Gul, Isha and ...