Tamil Cinema: News

29 Dec 2023

Vijay

Thalapathy Vijay attacked with slipper at Vijayakant's funeral, actor unhurt

Tamil superstar Thalapathy Vijay was attacked with a slipper at actor-turned-politician Vijayakant's funeral in Chennai on Friday.

28 Dec 2023

Rajinikanth

Vijayakant's death: Tamil film shootings canceled; Rajinikanth to pay tribute

The Tamil film fraternity has been in shock after the sudden demise of "Captain" Vijayakant in Chennai on Thursday. He was 71.

28 Dec 2023

South Indian Cinema

'Thayagam' to 'Poonthotta Kaavalkaaran': Revisiting 'Captain' Vijayakant's award-winning films 

The South Indian film fraternity is mourning the loss of veteran actor and Desiya Murpokku Dravida Kazhagam (DMDK) founder, "Captain" Vijayakant.

28 Dec 2023

Tamil Nadu

Tamil actor-DMDK founder 'Captain' Vijayakant (71) dies following illness

Tamil actor and Desiya Murpokku Dravida Kazhagam (DMDK) founder, "Captain" Vijayakant, passed away on Thursday aged 71.

27 Dec 2023

Rajinikanth

Rajinikanth's wife Latha alleges 'humiliation, harassment' in cheating case

Tamil superstar Rajinikanth's wife Latha Rajinikanth on Wednesday opened up about the cheating case filed against her by Chennai-based Ad Bureau Advertising Private Limited.

24 Dec 2023

Celebrity

Tamil actor-comedian Bonda Mani dies of kidney ailment at 60

Renowned Tamil cinema actor and comedian Bonda Mani sadly passed away on Saturday night due to complications from a kidney-related ailment, reports said on Sunday. He was 60.

21 Dec 2023

Box Office Collection

Box office collection: 'Fight Club' has bleak chances of revival

Lokesh Kanagaraj is an established name in Tamil cinema and when his name gets associated with a project, the hype is quite high. Fight Club was one such project that unfortunately fell flat on its face owing to negative word of mouth.

20 Dec 2023

Kannada Films

What led to hospitalization of veteran Kannada actor Hema Chaudhary

Renowned Kannada actor Hema Chaudhary is facing a severe health crisis after experiencing a brain hemorrhage two days ago.

20 Dec 2023

Telugu Films

23 must-watch Indian films of 2023

The year 2023 has been touted as the comeback year for Indian cinema. Every industry saw a surge in quality content, commercial boosts, and a varied set of films.

20 Dec 2023

Vijay

Is Vijay's 'Thalapathy 68' titled 'Boss' or 'Puzzle'? Producer reveals

After the humongous success of Leo, Thalapathy Vijay fans are eagerly waiting for an update about the upcoming film tentatively titled Thalapathy 68.

20 Dec 2023

Box Office Collection

Box office collection: 'Fight Club' is fighting for survival

Tamil cinema's newest offering Fight Club has been quite underwhelming and has not been able to perform as per the hype.

19 Dec 2023

Vijay

Why Shine Tom Chacko's remarks on Vijay stirred up storm

Malayalam actor Shine Tom Chacko stirred controversy by critiquing Leo actor Vijay's acting and salary in a recent interview.

19 Dec 2023

Box Office Collection

Box office collection: 'Fight Club' fights for stability

Tamil cinema is known for its distinct storytelling and the recent offering, Fight Club proved the same. The Lokesh Kanagaraj-bankrolled project had the potential but fell prey to stereotypes.

18 Dec 2023

Rajinikanth

'Lal Salaam's 'Ther Thiruvizha' celebrates life and all things warm

Lal Salaam is one of the highly anticipated films in Tamil cinema, especially after Rajinikanth's humongous success with Jailer.

18 Dec 2023

Box Office Collection

Box office collection: 'Fight Club' fizzles out amid negative buzz

Fight Club is a cult film globally and ever since Tamil cinema announced a film of the same title, the buzz was quite high. With Lokesh Kanagaraj bankrolling it, fans expected another impressive project, but the film has disappointed the viewers.

14 Dec 2023

Clint Eastwood

Clint Eastwood to watch 'Jigarthanda DoubleX'; Karthik Subbaraj reacts

Karthik Subbaraj is on cloud nine with the humongous success of Jigarthanda DoubleX!

12 Dec 2023

Rajinikanth

Rajinikanth turns 73: Kamal Haasan pens heartfelt note

Megastar Rajinikanth turned another year wiser on Tuesday and wishes are pouring in on social media.

08 Dec 2023

Box Office Collection

Box office collection: 'Annapoorani' needs commercial boost for survival

Nayanthara is a big name in Tamil cinema and the actor has solidified her position nationally with the release of Jawan.

08 Dec 2023

Pa Ranjith

Pa Ranjith's birthday: Films that won him Best Director trophies

Considered one of the finest filmmakers in Tamil cinema, Pa Ranjith, turned 41 on Friday. He made his direction debut with Attakathi which was released in 2012. The film became a commercial success, receiving rave reviews.

07 Dec 2023

Box Office Collection

Box office collection: 'Parking' registers nominal growth 

Harish Kalyan has a decent fan following in Tamil cinema and the actor returned to celluloid with the thriller Parking. The film received rave reviews from critics and showcased the rich content the industry offers in general.

07 Dec 2023

Box Office Collection

Box office collection: 'Annapoorani' experiences slight growth on weekdays

Nayanthara is a household name among Tamil cinema viewers. The Lady Superstar is known for her varied range of characters and she has had a phenomenal 2023 with nationwide fame.

06 Dec 2023

Box Office Collection

Box office collection: 'Parking' needs a commercial boost

Tamil cinema has been wowing viewers all across the country and globally with their out-of-the-box content and unconventional storytelling. The industry's newest offering Parking has been quite loved by the viewers.

06 Dec 2023

Box Office Collection

Box office collection: 'Annapoorani' looking for the correct spice

Nayanthara is one of the most known faces in Tamil cinema. The actor has become a household name with her varied range of films. Her recently released film Annapoorani, a social drama has been receiving a lukewarm response at the box office.

05 Dec 2023

Box Office Collection

Box office collection: 'Parking' aims for stability on weekdays

Parking is Tamil cinema's newest offering on celluloid. The film is slightly in buzz for its unique storyline and has received positive responses from both critics and viewers.

05 Dec 2023

Box Office Collection

Box office collection: 'Annapoorani' needs a pinch of momentum spice

Lady Superstar Nayanthara is having a lucrative year in cinema with films like Jawan and Iraivan. Now, the actor is again back on celluloid with the social drama Annapoorani.

04 Dec 2023

Chennai

Cyclone Michaung: Foxconn, Pegatron stop iPhone production near Chennai 

The production of Apple's iPhones at Foxconn and Pegatron facilities near Chennai has been stopped due to heavy rains, Reuters reported.

04 Dec 2023

OTT releases

Karthi's 'Japan' to premiere on OTT; date inside 

Karthi has carved his niche in Tamil cinema and his recent action comedy Japan raked in quite well at the box office.

04 Dec 2023

Box Office Collection

Box office collection: 'Parking' seeks stability to survive commercially

Tamil cinema is known for its distinct storytelling and varied content. Harish Kalyan returned to celluloid with a thriller titled Parking. The movie received favorable reviews and is currently pitted against Nayanthara's Annapoorani at the box office.

04 Dec 2023

Box Office Collection

Box office collection: 'Annapoorani' cooks decently in first weekend

Nayanthara is one of the known faces in Tamil cinema and her stardom grew by folds after the release of Jawan. The actor is back on celluloid with her new release Annapoorani.

03 Dec 2023

Nayanthara

Nayanthara's 'Annapoorani' OTT release details revealed: When, where to watch

Annapoorani, a delicious drama featuring Nayanthara, hit the big screens on Friday (December 1).

02 Dec 2023

Relationships

Tamil actor Sheela Rajkumar announces separation from husband

Actor Sheela Rajkumar, who starred in the acclaimed Tamil film To Let, has announced her separation from her husband.

02 Dec 2023

Upcoming Movies

Silk Smitha's birth anniversary: Actor Chandrika Ravi announces biopic

Saturday marks the 63rd birth anniversary of the late South Indian film actor Silk Smitha, and what better gift for her fans than the announcement of her biopic?

01 Dec 2023

OTT releases

'Jigarthanda DoubleX' OTT version to release in five languages

Karthik Subbaraj delivered Tamil cinema's recent blockbuster Jigarthanda DoubleX and as the name suggests the spiritual sequel surpassed its predecessor!

01 Dec 2023

Box Office Collection

Nayanthara's 'Annapoorani': Box office buzz, summary, and cast details 

Nayanthara is regarded as the Lady Superstar of Tamil cinema and the actor is at an all-time career high with some great releases in 2023. The multi-faceted actor's recent project Annapoorani was released on Friday.

30 Nov 2023

Box Office Collection

Box office collection: 'Jigarthanda DoubleX' shows impressive momentum

Once in a while, an off-beat film gets released in theaters and awes the viewers to a different extent. Karthik Subbaraj's Jigarthanda DoubleX is one such film.

29 Nov 2023

Box Office Collection

Box office collection: 'Jigarthanda DoubleX' not slowing down anytime soon

Jigarthanda DoubleX is the latest blockbuster in Tamil cinema. As the title suggests, the drama was double fun for the viewers and the same has been reflected on its box office collection.

28 Nov 2023

Rajinikanth

It's Rajinikanth versus Kamal Haasan next weekend

Thalaivar Rajinikanth and Ulaganayagan Kamal Haasan are two pillars of Tamil cinema. The veteran actors are known for their phenomenal range, superstardom, and massive fan base.

27 Nov 2023

Box Office Collection

Box office collection: 'Jigarthanda DoubleX' experiences dip on third weekend

Jigarthanda DoubleX has been having a dream run at the box office. The film has been declared a blockbuster globally and received rave reviews from critics. After an illustrious run, the film is slowing down and it witnessed a dip on the third weekend.

26 Nov 2023

Vikram

Vikram's 'Dhruva Natchathiram' release rescheduled to November 30? Unraveling mystery

Fans were left in dismay when the highly-anticipated Tamil film Dhruva Natchathiram—starring Chiyaan Vikram—underwent an unexpected release date shift.

Trisha Krishnan reacts to Mansoor Ali Khan's cryptic apology

Ever since actor Mansoor Ali Khan passed "rape" remarks on co-actor Trisha Krishnan, the film fraternity has condemned his statement and slammed him for his misogynist views.