Tamil Cinema: News

19 Mar 2024

Karthik Subbaraj

'Mahaan,' 'Jigarthanda DoubleX': Director Karthik Subbaraj's best films

Director-screenwriter Karthik Subbaraj is known for his impeccable grip over every shot, every character, and every dialogue of his films.

18 Mar 2024

Vijay

Venkat Prabhu spills beans on 'GOAT'; reveals exciting Vijay update

Rumors are rife that Thalapathy Vijay will bid adieu to acting soon in order to focus on his political career. His upcoming sci-fi actioner GOAT: The Greatest of All Time has been in the buzz and makers are leaving no stone unturned in making it a blockbuster.

11 Mar 2024

Dhanush

Dhanush to unveil GV Prakash Kumar's 'Rebel' trailer today

GV Prakash Kumar is the Jack of many trades in Tamil cinema and is now gearing up for the release of Rebel.

09 Mar 2024

Ajith Kumar

Ajith Kumar's health update: Actor returns home after nerve treatment

Tamil actor Ajith Kumar is back home and doing well after a recent hospital visit to treat a swollen nerve.

09 Mar 2024

South Indian Cinema

Jaffer Sadiq, former DMK functionary-film producer, arrested by NCB 

The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) has taken Jaffer Sadiq, a former Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) member and Tamil film producer, into custody for his alleged role in an international drug trafficking ring.

22 Feb 2024

Amazon Prime Video

Tamil film 'Naadu' review: Ambitionless film is a tiresome watch

The Tamil drama film Naadu—directed by M Saravanan—and starring Tharshan, Mahima Nambiar, and RS Shivaji—dropped on Amazon Prime Video on Thursday after completing its theatrical run.

22 Feb 2024

Box Office Collection

Box office collection: 'Lal Salaam' is unstable in second week

Aishwaryaa Rajinikanth is an adept director of Tamil cinema and she returned to making films on celluloid after a long time. Her recent work Lal Salaam was highly anticipated, but the film received a lukewarm response from viewers.

20 Feb 2024

Malayalam Movies

Anjali Menon joins hands with KRG Studios for Tamil film

Malayalam filmmaker-screenwriter Anjali Menon is teaming up with KRG Studios.

20 Feb 2024

Box Office Collection

Box office collection: 'Lal Salaam' needs gradual momentum for revival

Aishwaryaa Rajinikanth made a bumper comeback on celluloid with the sports drama Lal Salaam. The highly anticipated film opened to rave reviews from critics but is having a tumultuous ride at the box office.

19 Feb 2024

Dhanush

Dhanush's 'D50' first look's reveal time out

Dhanush is one of the most known faces in Tamil cinema and the actor is known for his diverse range of characters. After the humongous success of Captain Miller, he is gearing up for his next venture tentatively titled D50.

15 Feb 2024

Sivakarthikeyan

'#SK23': Sivakarthikeyan starrer directed by AR Murugadoss is filming now

Tamil cinephiles, it's time to assemble! AR Murugadoss and Sivakarthikeyan have officially kicked off their first-ever collaboration, tentatively titled #SK23.

15 Feb 2024

Vikram

'Thangalaan': Vikram starrer has a KGF connect; makers reveal plotline

Thangalaan, a highly anticipated Tamil film featuring Chiyaan Vikram, is set to shed light on the harsh realities of the 19th-century Kolar Gold Fields (KGF), where British exploitation wreaked havoc on the region and its inhabitants.

15 Feb 2024

Box Office Collection

Box office collection: 'Lal Salaam' shows no improvement

Tamil cinema is known for its stellar content and out-of-the-box storytelling. Recently, adept director Aishwaryaa Rajinikanth made a comeback at the celluloid with Lal Salaam but the movie has failed to perform up to expectations.

14 Feb 2024

Box Office Collection

Box office collection: 'Lal Salaam' keeps crashing with no hope

Tamil cinema is known for its larger-than-life mounting and hard-hitting content. The industry's latest offering, Lal Salaam has become a critics' favorite. It marked director Aishwaryaa Rajinikanth's return to celluloid.

13 Feb 2024

Celebrity

'Please forgive us': Thieves return National Award to director Manikandan

In a surprising turn of events, burglars who stole the National Award medal of Kadaisi Vivasayi director M Manikandan from his home in Usilampatti, Madurai, have returned the prized possession.

13 Feb 2024

Box Office Collection

Box office collection: 'Lal Salaam' needs commercial boost for survival

Aishwaryaa Rajinikanth made a comeback on celluloid with the recently released sports drama Lal Salaam. The film has been in the buzz ever since its announcement but has not been able to grasp the box office as of now.

12 Feb 2024

Box Office Collection

Box office collection: 'Lal Salaam' experiences not-so-great opening weekend

Aishwaryaa Rajinikanth is an established name in Tamil cinema and the director made a comeback after seven long years with Lal Salaam. The sports actioner was in the buzz since its announcement and its main USP was megastar Rajinikanth's extended cameo.

11 Feb 2024

Rajinikanth

Box office: Aishwaryaa Rajinikanth's 'Lal Salaam' struggles on first Saturday

Aishwaryaa Rajinikanth's latest directorial, Lal Salaam, made a lackluster debut at the box office on Friday.

10 Feb 2024

Valentine's Day

Valentine's Day special: Romantic films with pan-India appeal

Valentine's Day is around the corner; one of the best ways to celebrate the occasion is to call in for a romantic movie night with your partner.

07 Feb 2024

Tamil Nadu

Vishal quashes media reports about joining politics; shares statement

Ever since Thalapathy Vijay announced his foray into Tamil Nadu politics, several reports have been hinting at other actors' entry into politics.

06 Feb 2024

Rajinikanth

'Congratulations': Rajinikanth reacts as 'Thalapathy' Vijay enters Tamil Nadu politics

Tamil Nadu politics and cinema go hand in hand as various celluloid stars have made their foray into politics and emerged successful.

03 Feb 2024

Sivakarthikeyan

Sivakarthikeyan completes 12 years in films; revisiting his best projects

Fan-favorite Tamil actor Sivakarthikeyan stepped into showbiz on this day 12 years ago through Marina, directed by Pandiraj.

01 Feb 2024

Mahesh Babu

Box office collection: 'Hanu-Man' falls, 'Malaikottai Vaaliban' continues to struggle

January was a particularly significant month for the South Indian film industry, with superstars such as Mohanlal, Dhanush, Nagarjuna, and Mahesh Babu releasing a movie each.

28 Jan 2024

Shruti Haasan

Shruti Haasan opens up about her pan-Indian journey, upcoming projects

Shruti Haasan, known for projects such as Anaganaga O Dheerudu, Yevadu, and more recently, Salaar, is celebrating her 38th birthday on Sunday.

27 Jan 2024

Rajinikanth

Rajinikanth talks about rumored rivalry with Vijay

Tamil superstar Rajinikanth has addressed the controversy surrounding his alleged rivalry with fellow Kollywood star Vijay.

27 Jan 2024

Bobby Deol

Bobby Deol looks menacing in Tamil film 'Kanguva's character poster 

The makers of the upcoming Tamil film Kanguva have come bearing surprises on actor Bobby Deol's 55th birthday on Saturday.

27 Jan 2024

Movie Review

'Fight Club' review: Substanceless film is neither intriguing nor engaging 

Tamil action film Fight Club, released theatrically in December 2023, made its OTT debut on Disney+ Hotstar on Saturday.

25 Jan 2024

Upcoming Movies

Vishal's 'Rathnam' is set for an April release

Get ready for some high-octane action, as Tamil actor Vishal's upcoming film Rathnam is set to hit the screens this April.

25 Jan 2024

Box Office Collection

Box office collection: 'Captain Miller' is on autopilot mode

Tamil cinema is all about thinking out of the box and the recently released Captain Miller has emerged to be a pure masterclass for actioners. In India, currently, action drams are raining crazily and are about to reach a saturation point.

24 Jan 2024

Kamal Haasan

Mani Ratnam's 'Thug Life' starring Kamal Haasan is filming now

Kamal Haasan is a bonafide superstar of Tamil cinema and his comeback on celluloid with Vikram is a story to be etched in history.

24 Jan 2024

Box Office Collection

Box office collection: 'Ayalaan' shows miniscule growth on weekdays

Sivakarthikeyan enjoys a decent fan following among Tamil cinema fans and the actor has done a considerable amount of work over the years.

23 Jan 2024

Sivakarthikeyan

'Ayalaan 2': Sivakarthikeyan starrer gets sequel; budget revealed

Tamil actor Sivakarthikeyan has become a household name and his recently released sci-fi film Ayalaan has been raking in quite well at the box office.

23 Jan 2024

Rajinikanth

'Lal Salaam': Rajinikanth starrer's audio launch date announced

Get ready, Rajinikanth fans! The much-awaited audio launch for the superstar's upcoming film, Lal Salaam, is set to take place on Friday, coinciding with Republic Day, at the Sri Sairam Institute of Technology in Chennai.

23 Jan 2024

Box Office Collection

Box office collection: 'Captain Miller' is focused on its goal

Sankranti marks a major festival in southern India and is considered a lucrative window for film producers. In Tamil cinema, Dhanush's Captain Miller and Sivakarthikeyan's Ayalaan locked horns at the box office.

22 Jan 2024

Dhanush

Dhanush's 'Captain Miller' accused of plagiarism by actor-writer Vela Ramamoorthy

Dhanush starrer Captain Miller, released theatrically on January 12, is thriving at the box office and has garnered rave responses from audiences and critics alike.

19 Jan 2024

Box Office Collection

Box office collection: 'Captain Miller' and 'Ayalaan' going neck-to-neck

Tamil cinema is currently witnessing a good clash at the box office with the release of Dhanush's Captain Miller and Sivakarthikeyan's Ayalaan. These two films are very different in their genres and have managed to rake in quite well on the Sankranti week.

18 Jan 2024

Akkineni Nagarjuna

Dhanush's '#DNS' ('D51') is filming now; 'muhurat' ceremony photos inside

Dhanush is currently basking in the glory of his recently released action drama Captain Miller.

18 Jan 2024

Box Office Collection

Box office collection: 'Captain Miller' holds the fort against 'Ayalaan'

Sankranti weekend is one of the most sought-after release windows for South Indian film producers. In Tamil cinema, two big projects—Dhanush's Captain Miller and Sivakarthikeyan's Ayalaan locked horns at the box office.

17 Jan 2024

Netflix

Netflix acquires streaming rights for Vijay Sethupathi's 50th film, 'Maharaja'

Netflix recently announced the acquisition of streaming rights for Vijay Sethupathi's upcoming film, Maharaja.

17 Jan 2024

Ajith Kumar

OTT: Ajith Kumar's 'Vidaa Muyarchi' to stream on Netflix

Ajith Kumar is a true blue superstar of Tamil cinema, and the actor delivered a humongous success with last year's Thunivu.

17 Jan 2024

Box Office Collection

Box office collection: 'Ayalaan' accelerates amid clash with 'Captain Miller'

Tamil cinema is one of the most sought-after film industries in India, known for its varied range of content. Sankranti, being a big festival down South, saw the clash of two very distinct films at the box office.

16 Jan 2024

Vijay

'Leo': Netizens react as Vijay-Trisha lip-lock axed on TV 

Thalapathy Vijay's hit film Leo recently made its television debut on Sun TV during the Pongal festival.

16 Jan 2024

Box Office Collection

Box office collection: 'Ayalaan' is at par with 'Captain Miller'

Tamil cinema is known for its distinct and out-of-the-box content. The 2024 Sankranti week marked the release of two very different genre films—Dhanush's Captain Miller and Sivakarthikeyan's Ayalaan.

16 Jan 2024

Suriya

'Kanguva' second look: Suriya's look captivates both past and present

The highly anticipated second look of Suriya's upcoming film, Kanguva, directed by Siva, is out now and promises an extravagant visual spectacle.

15 Jan 2024

Rajinikanth

'Vettaiyan's first look poster unveiled, fans are excited

The highly anticipated Tamil film Vettaiyan, directed by TJ Gnanavel and starring Rajinikanth, has unveiled its first look poster, generating a wave of excitement among fans.

15 Jan 2024

Box Office Collection

Box office collection: 'Captain Miller' is ahead of 'Ayalaan'

Sankranti is a major festival in Indian film industries and the Tamil cinema industry is witnessing the clash of two biggies—Dhanush and Sivakarthikeyan.

14 Jan 2024

Box Office

Box office: 'Captain Miller' faces slight drop; 'Ayalaan's collection surges

On Friday, two highly-anticipated Tamil films, Dhanush's Captain Miller and Sivakarthikeyan's Ayalaan, were released in theaters.

13 Jan 2024

Dhanush

Box office: Dhanush's 'Captain Miller' scores big against Sivakarthikeyan's 'Ayalaan'

Dhanush's Captain Miller and Sivakarthikeyan's Ayalaan made their grand debut in theaters on Friday.

12 Jan 2024

Box Office Collection

Box office buzz for 'Guntur Kaaram,' 'Captain Miller,' 'Hanu-Man' 

Festival weekends are the best windows for theatrical films. Sankranti is one of the most celebrated festivals in South India and the industry is set to witness a clash of titans at the box office.

11 Jan 2024

Nayanthara

Netflix removes Nayanthara's 'Annapoorani' amid legal soup for religious comments

Lady Superstar Nayanthara's recent release Annapoorani has become the talk of the town after the movie premiered on the OTT giant Netflix.

10 Jan 2024

Nayanthara

'Annapoorani': Will Netflix remove Nayanthara's film amid love jihad allegations

Nayanthara's latest film, Annapoorani: The Goddess of Food, has stirred controversy over the depiction of Lord Rama.

10 Jan 2024

Karthik Subbaraj

'Petta' turns 5: Director unveils Ilaiyaraaja's version of Rajinikanth's romance

Karthik Subbaraj is one of the finest filmmakers in Tamil cinema and he is currently basking in the glory of his recent directorial Jigarthanda DoubleX.

09 Jan 2024

Vijay Sethupathi

Will Vijay Sethupathi continue in Lokesh Cinematic Universe? Actor reveals

Acclaimed actor Vijay Sethupathi is generating buzz as he gears up for the release of his upcoming film, Merry Christmas.

06 Jan 2024

Dhanush

'Captain Miller': 'Devil' Dhanush shines in trailer of action thriller

After ending 2023 with Vaathi/Sir, Tamil superstar Dhanush is ready to kick off 2024 with the much-awaited actioner Captain Miller.

05 Jan 2024

Sivakarthikeyan

'Ayalaan' trailer release time revealed; know everything about Sivakarthikeyan starrer

Get ready for an out-of-this-world adventure as Sivakarthikeyan's much-awaited sci-fi action flick, Ayalaan is set to premiere on January 12, just in time for the Pongal festival.

04 Jan 2024

Dhanush

'Captain Miller': Cast, story, and release date of Dhanush starrer

Dhanush is a bonafide star of Tamil cinema and the actor is known for his dynamic range. The actor is currently gearing up for the release of his upcoming actioner Captain Miller and is set to hit theaters on January 12, 2024, during the Pongal festival.

04 Jan 2024

Celebrity

'Captain Miller' pre-release event: Host Aishwarya Ragupathi alleges harassment

Captain Miller starring Dhanush recently held a pre-release event where anchor Aishwarya Ragupathi bravely confronted a man who allegedly harassed her.

01 Jan 2024

Fahadh Faasil

'Maamannan' pair Vadivelu-Fahadh Faasil to join forces for new project

Tamil actor and comedian Vadivelu and Malayalam sensation Fahadh Faasil are teaming up once again, following their successful collaboration in Mari Selvaraj's political drama Maamannan.

31 Dec 2023

Vijay

'Thalapathy 68' titled 'Greatest Of All Time,' first-look poster out

On Sunday, the official title and first look of Vijay's highly-anticipated Tamil film directed by Venkat Prabhu were finally revealed.

31 Dec 2023

Netflix

'Conjuring Kannappan' to premiere on Netflix on this date!

Netflix is gearing up for the digital premiere of the Tamil horror-comedy film Conjuring Kannappan.

31 Dec 2023

Akkineni Nagarjuna

Nagarjuna's 99th film 'Naa Saami Ranga' locks release date: Details

Akkineni Nagarjuna's highly-anticipated Telugu film, Naa Saami Ranga, has finally locked its release date!