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April 06, 2013
'I am tired of to playing a naive girl'
Actress Swati talks about the success of her film, Swamy Ra Ra, which released last month.
April 05, 2013
Review: Settai, not a patch on Delhi Belly
Settai is sadly, a great disappointment.
Review: Andar Bahar is a good watch
Andar Bahar is a good family entertainer.
Two Malayalam films fight it out at the Box Office
Mammootty and Fahadh Faasil's Emmanuel and Dileep's Sound Thoma to open in theaters today.
Exclusive: Shaji N Karun's new film with Jayaram
The film titled Gaadha is based on the short story Kadal
April 04, 2013
NTR Jr's <i>Baadshah</i> set to release tomorrow
NTR Jr has undergone a makeover for this film.
April 03, 2013
'We have retained the look of Delhi Belly in Settai'
Director R Kannan talks about Settai- A tamil remake of Delhi Belly
April 02, 2013
First Look: Siddharth's Theeya Velai Seiyyanam Kumaru
A romantic comedy the film also stars Santhanam and Hansika Motwani.
April 01, 2013
'Happy to get a Special Mention at National Awards'
Lal speaks candidly about the National Awards and his approach to acting.
Swati: Amen is a film of magical realism
The actress talks about her foray into Malayalam cinema with Amen.
Review: Don't miss Chennaieil Oru Naal
The seasoned actors give good all-around performances.
March 31, 2013
Ban on Malayalam film Saint Dracula 3D?
The Kerala Catholic Youth Movement (KCYM) wants a ban on the film as they feel it hurts the religious sentiments of Christians.
March 29, 2013
Review: Kedi Billa Killadi Ranga is an entertainer
Director Pandiraj injects a good dose of humour and makes the film enjoyable to watch.
March 28, 2013
Saint Dracula releases in India
Get your lowdown on what's happening in Malayalam cinema.
Remembering veteran actress Sukumari
We remember the veteran star of Malayalam and Tamil cinema who passed away on Tuesday night following a cardiac arrest
March 26, 2013
'Nothing unrealistic about Kedi Billa Killadi Ranga'
Pandiraj talks about his new film Kedi Billa Kelladi Ranga, a comedy, which hits the screens this Friday
First look: Gunde Jaari Gallathayyinde
Along with the lead cast of Nithin and Nithya Menen, Badminton champion Jwala Gutta will also make a special apperance.
March 25, 2013
Review: Nenapinangala is worth a watch
Nenapinangala is a reasonably good movie given that a bunch of newcomers are involved in its making.
Review: 3 Dots is an ordinary film
The film held a lot of promise coming from the winning team of Ordinary but couldn't stay up to the expectation.
Review: Amen is brilliant
The film has an intelligent story, a multi-layered screenplay, excellent cinematography and powerful performances.
March 24, 2013
'Swamy Ra Ra will be a big turning point for me'
Nikhil Siddhartha talks about his experience of working in Swamy Ra Ra.
Iddarammayilatho gets a hot new item number
The song will be picturised on actress Devshi Khanduri.
March 22, 2013
Review: Maranthen Mannithen is enjoyable
Maranthen Mannithen deals well with many subjects like love, lust, heartbreak, betrayal and jealousy.
Check out the Malayalam releases this week
Two films Amen and 3 Dots are set to release on the eve of summer vacation.
Review: Red Wine is worth a watch
The film is worth watching should be watched for the performances by the lead actors.
March 21, 2013
Three Kannada films to release this weekend
Two remakes and a love story are all set to hit the screens.
Mohanlal and Fahaad Faasil team up in Red Wine
The film marks the debut of Salaam Bappu as a director and releases today.
March 20, 2013
Malayalam films strike gold at the National Awards
National Awards were won by five Malayalam films together.
March 19, 2013
Puneeth Rajkumar's next film titled Ninnindale
Get your lowdown on what's happening in Kannada cinema.
'I never thought of being an actress'
Archana Kavi talks about making her Telugu debut in Back Bench Student.
March 18, 2013
Review: Papilio Buddha is hard hitting
Papilio Buddha leaves us with a bold question: is the largest democracy a truly functioning democracy or just a means of providing privileges for some?
Review: Ithu Pathiramanal is a damp squib
If this revenge saga is watch-able, it is because of the sincerity of the young lead pair
Review: Topiwaala is for Upendra's fans only
The film lacks execution and tires too hard to impress the audience.
Sudeep to host Bigg Boss in Kannada
The show will go on air from March 24.
Review: Vathikuchi fails to impress
The film is an interesting concept that grabs our attention at the beginning but fails to keep up the momentum.
Pia Bajpai: I am choosy about my films
The actress shares he experience of working in Back Bench Student.
March 16, 2013
First Look: Allu Arjun in Iddarammayilatho
Allu Arjun is teaming up with and Puri Jagannadh after six years.
March 15, 2013
Review: Paradesi is exceptional
An authentic script, simple visuals and down-to-earth characters make this a must-watch.
'Papilo Buddha is about the landless dalits'
Debutant director Jayan Cherian's had a tough time getting past the Censor Board to release the film.
Two Malayalam films set to release this weekend
M Padmakumar's Ithu Pathiramanal and Jayan K Cherian's controversial film Papilio Buddha are up for release.
March 13, 2013
Innovative marketing by Tamil film Vathikuchi
As the hero of the film is an auto driver the makers of the film have hired auto rickshaws with banners of the film prominently displayed on it.
'Back Bench Student is a love story'
Director Madhura Sreedhar Reddy about his upcoming film Back Bench Student.
March 12, 2013
Nagarjuna in a film based on Adi Sankara
Get your lowdown on what's happening in Telugu cinema.
First Look: Salim Ahmed's Kunjananthante Katha
Mammootty and Nyla Usha play the lead roles in the film.
March 11, 2013
First Look: Kannada KBC to go on air from today
Kannadada Kotyadhipathi on air from March 11, Monday at 8 pm on the Suvarna channel.
Review: Lucky Star could have been better
Paresh C Palicha feels if a little more thought had been given to how the film should progress in the second half then Lucky Star could have been better.
Review: Simple Agi Ondh Love Story is sweet
'Simple Agi Ondh Love Story is a must-see film for all those in love, for the freshness in narration and dialogues' says Srikanth Srinivasa
March 08, 2013
Review: Onbadhula Guru is a collection of comic scenes
The movie just seems to move from one comic scene to another without any thought to the storyline.
Meet the actor who plays Veerappan in Attahasa
Actor Kishore talk sabout his new film Attahasa.
Review: Rebecca Uthup Kizhakkemala disappoints
Malayalam film Rebecca Uthup Kizhakkemala is like a TV serial on the big screen.
March 07, 2013
Simple Agi Ondh Love Story is a feel good film
Simple Agi Ondh Love Story
March 06, 2013
All I want is everything to release on Women's Day
The film has been directed by Jhansi Lakshmi and Shital Morjaria, former colleagues on TV shows Naveena and Chetana.
First look: Asif Ali and Bhavana in Honey Bee
The film is currently being shot in Kochi.
March 05, 2013
Now, a Kannada film on the pitfalls of FDI
Director P Sheshadri talks abut his new film.
March 04, 2013
Review: Kili Poyi is enjoyable
Malayalam film Kili Poyi is for people who enjoy adult entertainers.
Review: Rose Guitarinaal is slow and unremarkable
Malayalam film Rose Guitarinaal doesn't offer anything new to viewers, writes Paresh C Palicha.
March 01, 2013
Review: Rajni Kantha is for Duniya Vijay's fans
Kannada film Rajni Kantha doesn't offer much by way or story.
Review: Mr Pellikoduku is tedious to watch
The film looks garish and tawdry.
Three Malayalam films to battle it out this weekend
Ranjan Pramod Rose Guitarinaal, Vinay Govind's Kili Poyi and Binoy George's Omega.exe are set to release today.
Rajnikanth watches Kochadaiyaan
The film is directed by superstar's daughter Soundarya R Ashwin.
February 28, 2013
Prithviraj's film Celluloid comes under controversy
Former Chief Minister K Karunakaran's followers vehemently attacked the director for misrepresenting the facts.
February 27, 2013
Diganth headed to Bollywood?
Get your lowdown of what's happening in Kannada cinema.
First Look: Back Bench Student
The film stars Mahat Raghavendra and Archana Kavi.
February 26, 2013
Silambarasan to sing in Telugu films
Get your lowdown on what's happening in Telugu cinema.
Arun Vaidyanathan to direct Mohanlal
Get your lowdown of what's happening in Tamil Cinema.
February 25, 2013
Review: David & Goliath is disappointing
Jayasurya is the only saving grace as he gives a good performance.
Review: Shutter is interesting
The film is about a day in the life of four perfectly etched characters who give a flawless performance.
Review: Haridas is a heartwarming film
The film portrays a special bond between a single father and his autistic son.
February 22, 2013
Review: Ameerin Aadhi Bhagavan is too violent
There are no heroes in Ameerin Aadhi Bhagavan, only villains.
Review: Mynaa is a beautiful love story
The film is quite engaging.
'Haridas was a new experience for me'
Actor Kishore talks about playing a father to an autistic child in Haridas.
Review: Jabardasth is inspired by Band Baaja Baraat
Siddharth, Samantha and Nithya Menen deliver fine performances.
February 21, 2013
'Haridas is based on a true story'
Director G N R Kumaravelan talks about his film about the relationship between a father and his autistic son.
February 20, 2013
First Look: Vikram Prabhu's Biriyani
Karthi and Hansika Motwani play the lead roles in the film.
First Look: Nagarjuna in Greeku Veerudu
Nagarjuna plays a NRI in the film which is set to release in March.
February 19, 2013
'Jabardasth is a comedy carnival'
Director B V Nandini Reddy talks about his comic caper Jabardasth starring Siddharth and Samantha.
February 18, 2013
Review: Pade Pade is a neat entertainer
Although a tired and tested story, the director has treated it differently and made it entertaining.
The Devdas-Paro love story with a twist, in Kannada
Get your lowdown of what's happening in Kannada cinema.
Review: Cowboy is boring
The high voltage drama film is not enacted in an exciting manner.
Review: Celluloid is compelling
Prithviraj plays the role J C Daniel who made the first Malayalam film.
First Look: Dileep in Sound Thoma
The actor plays a guy with a cleft lip and defective voice in the film.
February 16, 2013
Tanu Weds Manu, now in Telugu
Mr Pellikoduku will star Sunil and Isha Chawla.
February 15, 2013
Review: Chamak Challo is a breezy love story
Telugu film Chamak Challo is quite realistic and believable.
Celluloid: Story of J C Daniel releases today
Prithviraj plays J C Daniel who made the first Malayalam film.
Review: Attahasa is an edge-of-the-seat thriller
Director Ramesh's biopic on forest brigand Veerappan makes for quite an engaging film.
February 14, 2013
Review: Silunu Oru Sandhippu is a simple love story
Sillunu Oru Sandhippu is not your average run-of-the-mill triangular love story.
Review: Okkadine isn't appealing
Okkadine has action, romance, twists and turns in the plot and even an item number. Yet, it fails to sustain interest.
February 13, 2013
Sanchita Padukone: I want to do more Telugu films
The actress talks about her Telugu debut with Chamak Challo.
February 12, 2013
Neelakantha: I always wanted to make a love story
Director Neelakantha talks about his upcoming romantic film Chamak Challo
First look: Siddharth, Samantha in Jabardasth
The film is also being dubbed in Tamil and is titled as Dum Dum Pee Pee
February 11, 2013
First Look: Mammootty in Lal Jose's Emmanuel
The cast also includes The cast also includes Fahadh Faasil, Mukesh, Nedumudi Venu, Salim Kumar and Aparna Nair.
Review: Don't miss Natholi Oru Cheriya Meenalla
The film has to be watched for its whackiness and unadulterated laughter
February 08, 2013
Review: Charminar strikes an emotional chord
The film strikes an emotional chord with the audience.
Review: Mirchi has an overdose of violence
The film is a regular commercial potboiler loaded with high-voltage action.
Fahadh Faasil's next a triangular love story
Kamalini Mukherji and Rima Kallingal play the female leads in Natholi Oru Cheriya Meenalla.
February 07, 2013
'I was lucky to be offered a role in Charminar'
The actor says that he is starting a second innings with his upcoming film Charminar.
February 06, 2013
'There are no words to describe Kamal Haasan'
Pooja Kumar talks about her experience of working with Kamal Haasan in Vishwarropam
First Look: Rosshan Andrrews' Mumbai Police
Prithviraj, Jayasurya and Rahman play the lead in this thriller Malayalam film.
February 04, 2013
Review: Ongole Githa is a lacklustre effort
The script was a big letdown.
February 01, 2013
Review: David is a masterpiece
The film has some power-packed performances and startlingly perfect casting.
Review: Bangari is an average entertainer
The film is a sincere attempt by a debutant director.
Kadal review: With apologies to director Bharathi Raja
Mani Ratnam's Kadal lacks a compelling story, writes Saisuresh Sivaswamy.
Review: Kadal has nothing new to offer
Mani Ratnam's film has all the elements of a regular entertainer but has nothing new in terms of a story
January 31, 2013
Three Kannada films to battle it out this weekend
Yogesh and Ragini Dwivedi's Banagari along with two other films Sandalwood Sa Ri Ga Ma and Stree Shakti are up for release.
'It's a dream-come-true to work with Mani Ratnam'
Gautham Karthik talks about making his debut in Mani Ratnam's Kadal
January 30, 2013
'Don't feel special about getting Padma Shri'
Veteran Malayalam actor Madhu states his reasons of not accepting the Padma Shri.
Mohanlal teams up with Joshiy in Lokpal
The actor plays the owner of food court.
'Mani Ratnam treated me like his daughter'
year old Thulasi Nair shares her experience of working with Mani Ratnam.
January 29, 2013
Mani Ratnam: The story of Kadal is universal
The director talks about his new film Kadal and his career.
First Look: Mohanlal in Ladies & Gentleman
Mamta Mohandas, Meera Jasmine, Padmapriya and Mithra Kurian play the heroines in the film.
January 28, 2013
Review: Proprietors: Kamath and Kamath is atrocious
Actors Mammootty and Dileep are let down by a bad film.
First Look: Suriya's Singham 2
Director Hari will direct the sequel as well.
January 25, 2013
Malayalam actress Shakeela to turn director
Get your lowdown on what's happening in Malayalam cinema.
Review: Varadanayaka is for action lovers
The film is a mass entertainer that should be watched for Sudeep.
First Look: Ramesh Arvind's Mangana Kaili Manikya
The actor plays a paranoid hypochondriac who gets tensed at the drop of a hat.
Review: Kamal Haasan is brilliant in Vishwaroopam
The Kamal Haasan starrer is a well-made film.
January 24, 2013
From Berkelee to singing for AR Rahman
Sriram, 22, who sings jazz, blues and Carnatic music equally well, has just graduated from the Berkeley College of Music in the US.
'Varadanayaka is pure entertainment'
Chiranjeevi Sarja talks about his latest release Varadanayaka, a remake of the Telugu hit Lakshyam.
January 23, 2013
'I've not met a star as simple as Rajinikanth'
Naman Ramachandran author of Rajinikanth, A Definitive Biography talks about the book
January 22, 2013
'I knew that my film Pizza would entertain people'
Karthik Subbaraj's debut film Pizza was the surprise hit of 2012.
January 21, 2013
FL: Anoop Menon and Jayasurya in Hotel California
The duo have been instrumental in the success of films like Cocktail, Beautiful and Trivandrum Lodge, in recent times.
AR Rahman: Suddenly I realised I'm 46 and have everything
A R Rahman talks about his new film Kadal, his album Infinite Love and his working style.
January 19, 2013
The Most Disappointing Kannada Films of 2012
These films failed to impress the audience in 2012.
January 18, 2013
Review: Lakshmi is a mediocre film
The film loses steam after the first half.
Review: Romans is just an average comic caper
The film does not make any sense if you want to take something back from it.
The Most Disappointing Malayalam Films of 2012
Take a look at the Malyalam film thats disappointed at the box office.
The Most Disappointing Telugu films of 2012
These Telugu films failed to live up to expectations.
The Top Tamil Directors of 2012
Balaji Sakthivel tops the list for making the powerful and impressive Vazhakku Enn 18/9.
January 17, 2013
The Top Kannada grossers of 2012
Krantiveera Sangolli Rayanna became the biggest hit of the year.
The Top Tamil Grossers of 2012
A R Murugadoss's Thuppakki was the highest grosser at the box office.
January 16, 2013
The Top Telugu Directors of 2012
Director S S Rajamouli tops the list as he received phenomenal response for his film Eega.
The Top Tamil Actresses of 2012
Shruti Haasan's performance in 3 has earned her the top spot.
January 15, 2013
Review: Samar is a commercial entertainer
The film is an ideal festival fare.
January 14, 2013
Review: Alex Pandian is a disaster
The stars have sleep-walked through their roles resulting in a bad film.
January 11, 2013
Review: Galaate fails to tickle the funny bone
A film about love letters going astray, Galaate is just pastime for youngsters.
Review: Seethamma Vakitlo... looks outdated
The film is a tad slow and long and cruises along without much of a story.
The Top 5 Kannada actresses of 2012
Radhika Pandit who had six releases this year tops the list.
'Maad Dad is a beautiful story of father and daughter'
Directed by ad filmmaker Revathy S Varma, the film releases today.
January 10, 2013
Watch out for these Kannada Sankranti releases
A look at the Kannada films this Sankranti.
'There is no dull moment in Alex Pandian'
Karthi Sivakumar talks about his bilingual film Alex Pandian (dubbed in Telugu as Bad Boy)
January 09, 2013
Review: Naayak is a masala pot-boiler
Director V V Vinayak has mixed in the right ingredients for this Sankranthi film.
The Top Malayalam Actors of 2012
Fahadh Faasil tops the list with his brilliant performances in 22 Female Kottayam, Diamond Necklace
Two Telugu films to release this Sankranti
Ram Charan Tej's Naayak is releasing along with Venkatesh and Mahesh Babu's Seethamma Vakitlo Sirimalle Chettu.
January 07, 2013
Review: Lisammayude Veedu is a weak attempt
A sequel to the much appreciated Achanurangaatha Veedu is not worth watching.
Review: Ente has a weak plot
Paresh C Palicha says Ente' has several holes in the plot that better remain unmentioned
Review: Annayum Rasoolum is worth a watch
The film is a chain of interesting moments woven into the thread of a love story.
January 04, 2013
First Look: Prem in Charminaar
Directed by R Chandru the film has Meghana Gaonkar as the female lead.
January 03, 2013
First Look: Ram's Ongole Githa
Prakash Raj and Ajay are the other actors in the film which releases in January.
The Top Kannada Actors of 2012
Darshan's performance as the freedom fighter in Krantiveera Sangolli Rayanna tops the list.
January 02, 2013
Kamal Hassan: I doubt DTH could prevent piracy
Kamal Hassan speaks about showcasing his new film Vishwaroopam on DTH before its theatrical release.
The Top five Malayalam films of 2012
We take a look at the year's finest films from Malayalam cinema!
December 31, 2012
The Best Telugu Actors of 2012
Sudeep tops the list with a brilliant Telugu debut in Eega.
December 28, 2012
Review: Ko Ante Koti is fairly engaging
The film is technically slick too.
Review: Nandisha is a mediocre film
The film doesn't live up to the original film's standards.
'It was challenging to get Ko Ante Koti together'
Anish Yohan Kuruvilla talks about his third directorial venture.
December 27, 2012
The Top Five Kannada Films Of 2012
We take a look at the year's finest films from Kannada cinema!
December 26, 2012
Review: I Love Me is just passable
This experimental film with youngsters is isn't as good as director B Unnikrishnan's previous films.
Review: Karmayodha is not worth watching
The movie is too loud and unrealistic and has precious little to say of any worth
December 24, 2012
Review: Bavuttiyude Namathil is watchable
Mammootty along with Kavya Madhavan give a fine performance in the film.
Review: Da Thadiya is emotional yet entertaining
The film has some funny and entertaining sequences which surely make the audience laugh.
December 21, 2012
Review: Ravi Teja's different image in Sarocharu
Although the film attempts to present Ravi Teja differently, but it fails to appeal.
'I am happy that Krishnam Vande Jagadgurum is a hit'
Get your lowdown on whats happening in Telugu cinema.
Review: Yaare Koogadali is powerful
Srikanth Srinivasa feels the Kannada film is worth a watch.
December 20, 2012
The Indian filmmaker with THREE Oscar 2012 nominations
Rupesh Paul, whose musical has been long-listed for the 2012 Academy Awards, talks about his film.
Four Malayalam films to release this Christmas
Four major films fight it out at the box office this Christmas season.
Puneeth Rajkumar: I am not a serious actor
The actor talks about his next release Yaare Koogadali.
December 19, 2012
First Look: Aravind Swamy in Kadal
The actor will be seen playing an important role in Mani Ratnam's Kadal.
The Top Five Telugu Films Of 2012
We take a look at the year's finest films from Telugu cinema!
December 18, 2012
Malayalam film Akashathinte Niram in the Oscar list
Dr Biju talks about the chances of his film at the Oscars.
December 17, 2012
Review: A R Rahman delivers with Kadal soundtrack
Pavithra Srinivasan feels the music of Tamil film Kadal offers a truly beautiful listening experience.
'Chayilyam is people's cinema'
Director Manoj Kana discusses the difficulties he faced to finance his film.
Review: Kumki is brilliant
It is an interesting film shot at a wonderful location. A must-watch.
December 14, 2012
Review: Needhane En Ponvasantham is disappointing
Pavithra Srinivasan feels that Tamil film Needhane En Ponvasantham isn't as good as director Gautham Menon's previous films.
Actress Mamta Mohandas to get a divorce
Get your lowdown on what's going on in the world of Malayalam film industry.
Review: Yeto Vellipoyindi Manasu works
Radhika Rajamani feels Telugu film Yeto Vellipoyindi Manasu is a believable love story.
Review: Matinee is an interesting film
Paresh C Palicha feels Malayalam film Matinee tackles a dark subject with much conviction.
'Neethane Enn Ponvasantham means a lot to me'
Actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu talks about her new film.
December 13, 2012
Gautham Menon: I love making love stories
The filmmaker talks about his trilingual project Neethane Enn Ponvasantham.
December 11, 2012
Jiiva: Hope I get more female fans after my new film
The actor talks about his new film Neethane Enn Ponvasantham.
'Yeto Vellipoyindi Manasu is everybody's love story'
The Eega actor talks about his new film.
December 10, 2012
Review: Madirasi is stale
The comedy in Madirasi falls flat.
Review: Viswaroopam Music is pleasant
Viswaroopam's songs manage to convey a plethora of emotions, beautifully sometimes, a little faltering in other places. On the whole,
Review: Chapters is interesting
Chapters is promising.
December 07, 2012
Review: Prem Adda is quite gory
Srikanth Srinivasa feels that Kannada film Prem Adda is quite engaging and intense.
Review: Devaraya is uninteresting
Devaraya is lacklustre and ordinary.
Four Malayalam releases this Friday!
Shaji Kailas's Madirasi, Sunil Ibrahim's Chapters, Anil's Hide N' Seek and Bala's Hit List open in theatres today.
December 06, 2012
Meet Mani Ratnam's hero, Gautham Karthik
Gautham Karthik is the son of Karthik, who also acted in Ratnam's Mouna Raagam.
Check out Ravi Teja's Sarocharu
Sarocharu is scheduled to release on December 21.
December 04, 2012
Actor Prabhas completes a decade in films
Here's what happening in the Telugu film industry.
December 03, 2012
Review: Chettayees is terrible
Chettayees is too loud, with a lot of overacting.
Review: Face 2 Face is best avoided
Face 2 Face has weak plot and over-dependence on star power.
Review: This Poppins is bland
Director V K Prakash promised a vibrant film but ends up delivering a very bland one.
First Look: Mohanlal, Fahadh, Asif in Red Wine
The film's shooting has begun in Kozhikode.
Review: Naduvula Konjam... is worth a watch
The real hero of the film is its director Balaji Tharaneetharan.
November 30, 2012
Chiranjeevi Sarja to play a pizza delivery boy?
Here's what happening in the world of Kannada film industry.
Review: Krishnam Vande Jagadgurum is outstanding
Radhika Rajamani feels Krishnam Vande Jagadgurum has a fine story and well-defined characteristation.
Three Malayalam films fight it out at the BO
Mammootty's Face 2 Face and two other films open this weekend.
Review: Go watch Neer Paravai!
Neer Paravai is a beautiful record of the lives of a community, their hopes and dreams, and the harsh reality of their lives.
November 29, 2012
First look: Naga Chaitanya, Samantha in Autonagar Surya
Acclaimed Telugu filmmaker Deva Katta is ready with his third project.
Vishnu: From cricketer to a film star
The actor talks about his new film Neer Paravai.
November 28, 2012
Dileep: Manju is not doing Kahaani remake
The actor talks about his wife's much talked about comeback, among other things.
November 27, 2012
A big fat Indian wedding in Tamil cinema
Arun Vaidyanathan is all set to produce Kalyana Samayal Sadham: The Big Fat Indian Wedding.
November 26, 2012
Review: Nothing great about 101 Weddings
101 Weddings it is just a typical Shafi entertainer, which takes a while to reach the climax.
Review: Edegaarike is brilliant
The film has gripping narration, excellent screenplay and an outstanding background music.
Review: Idiots is idiotic
The film is a brainless comedy and not the kind audiences may like.
Review: Ardhanari is average fare
The film holds itself together because of the actors but remains average on other counts.
Review: Nothing new in Scene Onnu Nammude Veedu
The plot is borrowed from at least a dozen films made on the same theme.
Review: Nothing Routine about this Love Story
The film will connect with the urban audience, especially the youth.
November 23, 2012
Review: Damarukam is a one-time watch
Damarukam is one-of-its-kind socio-fantasy in today's times and can be watched once for its stunning visuals.
Malayalam actress Mythili sizzles in Matinee
Get your lowdown on what's happening in the Malayalam film industry.
November 22, 2012
Nagarjuna's Damarukam finally set to release
The film which release on November 23 was postponed twice due to finanical reasons.
'Drama will appeal to youngsters'
Actor Yash shares his experience of working in Drama.
November 21, 2012
Now, an underworld film by a woman director
Sumana D Kittur talks about her film Edegarike, based on the underworld.
'I almost drowned while shooting for Routine Love Story'
Regina Cassandra talks about her new film, Routine Love Story.
November 20, 2012
'Routine Love Story is my first solo film'
Actor Sundeep Kishan talks about his first solo Telugu film, Routine Love Story.
Want to act in a Kannada film? Girls, here's your chance!
An all-women crew is getting together to bring out a Kannada movie called Ring Road Shuba, and offering a chance to young girls to star in it.
November 19, 2012
Radhika Pandit: I play a flirt in Drama
Radhika Pandit shares her excitement about playing the lead for the first time in a Yogaraj Bhat's film Drama.
Review: Theevram loses its steam in the end
The film's interesting plot keeps its viewers gripped but leads to lukewarm ending.
November 16, 2012
Review: Guru is entertaining
The film has some real funny moments that keep the audience engaged and entertained.
First Look: Prabhas's Mirchi
Directed by newcomer Koratala Siva, Anushka Shetty and Richa Gangopadhyay play the female leads.
'I dont want to get into a comfort zone'
Dulquer Salmaan talks about his new film Theevram and his career so far.
November 15, 2012
Jaggesh: Guru is based on a Korean film
Jaggesh's maiden directorial venture Guru with his son Gururaj in the lead, is hitting the screens this Friday.
Dulquer Salman is back
The actor plays an aspiring music director in his next, Theevram.
November 14, 2012
Review: Ammavin Kaipesi is melodramatic
Even though its heart is in the right place, too much melodrama brings Tamil film Ammavin Kaipesi down.
Darshan: Never dreamt of playing Rayanna
Darshan talks about the making of the epic film, Krantiveera Sangolli Rayanna
Review: Varalakhsmy shines in Poda Podi
despite Varu's great performance,the film ends in a disappointing fashion.
November 12, 2012
Review: 916 is very preachy
916 ends up just being preachy at the cost of telling a good story.
Diwali dhamakka for Tamil cinema
Three films are set to release in Tamil this Diwali.
Review: My Boss is a loud copy of a Hollywood film
Starring Dileep and Mamta Mohandas in the lead the film is just another loud gender war.
Review: Bus Stop is for urban youth
The youth will surely connect with the film.
November 09, 2012
Review: Super Shastri is unbearable
The film manages to raise barely a few laughs.
Theater strike called off in Kerala
Two films My Boss and 916 are all set to release this week.
November 08, 2012
India's first stereoscopic 3D film to be inTelugu
Get your lowdown on what's happening in Telugu cinema.
November 07, 2012
Triple treat for Kannada movie goers this Diwali
Three Kannada films of different genres are releasing this Friday, November 9.
Single screen theaters go on strike in Kerala
The exhibitors federation are demanding an increase in the service charge from Rs 2 to Rs 7.
November 06, 2012
First Look: Fahadh Faasil in Amen
The film also stars Swathi and is produced by Whitesands Media.
November 05, 2012
'Good stories are being told in the South'
Siddharth Roy Kapoor on UTV's expansion in the Southern film industry.
November 02, 2012
Review: Dakota Picture is entertaining
The film is a funny family entertainer and worth is worth a watch.
'Telugu industry is very professional'
Milind Gunaji talks about his experience of working in a Telugu film.
Ang Lee: Kamal Haasan is an amazing actor
Kamal Hassan interviewed Ang Lee who was in Chennai to promote his film Life Of Pi.
November 01, 2012
Review: Lucky fails in execution
Lucky is a very average film even though the theme of respecting women may be good.
Review: Krantiveera Sangolli Rayanna is a must-watch
Kannada film Krantiveera Sangolli Rayanna lives up to expectations.
Watch: Rahman perform from his new film Kadal
The song, titled Nenjukulley, will be played by Rahman himself for worldwide audiences for the first time
PIX: Namitha shows off 'Indian beauty' in Japan
One of her picture has been taken by Tokyo Television for the show Yari-sugi ko-ji Urban Legends Special.
October 31, 2012
First Look: Routine Love Story
The film stars Sundeep Kishan and Regina Cassandra in the lead.
October 30, 2012
Interesting week ahead for Kannada cinema
The costliest-ever Kannada film, Krantiveera Sangolli Rayanna is releasing this week.
October 29, 2012
Review: Kaashh is just an average fare
The film is just an average kidnap drama with ample dose of comedy.
Review: Prabhuvinte Makkal is a let down
The film has some interesting insights into religious thought but peters out along the way.
Review: Aarohanam has a positive message
Aarohanam tells the tale of a woman's struggle with bi-polar disorder.
October 26, 2012
Review: Golmaal can put you to sleep
The film is a sheer waste of time.
Taapsee and her heroes
The actress talks about working with the various actors.
October 25, 2012
First Look: Yograj Bhat's Drama
It is comic and thrilling film with some elements of suspense thrown in.
October 23, 2012
Dhenikaina Ready is a perfect Dassera entertainer
Vishnu Manchu talks about his upcoming film which releases on Dassera.
Nagarjuna flaunts his six-pack abs
Get your lowdown on what's happening in Telugu cinema.
'My book is a perfect airport book!'
Popular Kannada actor Ramesh Aravind talks about turning an author.
October 22, 2012
Nothing new in Jawan of Vellimala
Jawan of Vellimala has echoes of the Mullaperiyar dam controversy; here, unfortunately, the conspiracy theory feels a bit too stretched, says Paresh C Palicha.
October 19, 2012
Review: Mr 420 is mildly entertaining
The film is not very different from other recent releases in Kannada cinema.
October 18, 2012
Review: CGR is a one time watch
The Telugu film doesn't have much of a story.
Prithviraj takes on Mammootty this weekend
Kannan's Jawan of Vellimala and Ayalum Njanum Thammil will release this week.
Two Kannada films will fight it out this weekend
Ganesh's Mr 420 and Prajwal Devaraj's Gokula Krishna to release this week.
October 17, 2012
'I play the antagonist in Damarukam'
Ganesh Venkatraman talks about his upcoming film Damarukam.
Prithviraj gears up for his next Malayalam release
Get your lowdown on what's happening in Malayalam cinema.
October 16, 2012
Review: Thuppakki's music has nothing new to offer
Thuppakki's music is a rehash of Jeyaraj's earlier tunes.
'It was challenging to play a tomboy'
Tamannaah Bhatia talks about her upcoming film Cameraman Gangatho Rambabu
October 15, 2012
'It was an honour to direct Nandita Das'
Film maker Seenu Ramasamy talks about his experience of working with Nandita Das
October 12, 2012
Review: Kaalaaya Tasmai Namaha is engaging
The film has a slow narrative but is a good attempt and keeps the audiences engaged.
Review: Maattrraan is not up to the mark
Despite a great cast, it doesn't capitalise on its strengths.
Get ready to see Yogish as a contract killer
The actor's next Kaalaaya Tasmai Namaha is all set to release today.
'Maattrraan is the biggest film of my career'
Cinematographer turned film-maker, K V Anand talks about shooting a film on conjoined twins.
October 10, 2012
First Look: Asif Ali in I Love Me
The film also stars Unni Mukundan, Anoop Menon and Isha Talwar.
October 09, 2012
First Look: Venkatesh in Shadow
The actor sports a new look and plays the role of a don in the film.
'I was not in my comfort zone doing Maattrraan'
Suriya who plays conjoined twins in his next, Maattrraan talks about shooting for the film.
October 08, 2012
Review: Ondu Kshanadalli is slow and tedious
The film has some lacklustre performances and poor scripting.
Indian Idol winner Sreeram Chandra turns hero
The singer makes his debut in makes his debut with Prema Geema Jantha Nai.
Kannada actor Shuba Punja is on a signing spree
Get your lowdown of what's happening in Kannada cinema.
Review: Banking Hours 10 to 4 is a waste of time
The film fails to connect with the audience.
October 05, 2012
Review: Snehitaru is a light-hearted entertainer
Srikanth Srinivasa thinks Kannada film Snehitaru is a light-hearted entertainer.
First Look: Thankar Bachan's Ammavin Kaipesi
The film is based on a novel by Bachan of the same name.
First Look: Jayasurya in David & Goliath
The legendary fight between David and Goliath in the Bible forms the backdrop of the story.
October 04, 2012
Kannada film Ondu Kshanadalli to release finally!
The much-delayed film is set to release on October 5.
'Banking hours 10am- 4pm is a suspense drama'
The film is about a thrilling incident happening inside a bank, during the course of a day.
October 03, 2012
15-year-old Thulasi to act opposite Jiiva
Ravi K Chandran has finally found a heroine for his directorial debut Yaan.
Allu Sirish to debut with Gauravam
The film is directed by Radhamohan and stars Yami Gautam opposite Allu Sirish.
September 28, 2012
Review: Kalpana is an enjoyable horror film
Watch it if you like horror films, writes Srikanth Srinivasa.
Review: Thandavam is a damp squib
Pavithra Srinivasan feels that Thandavam is a let down.
Review: Rebel is for the masses
Rebel has the regular masala which will be enjoyed by the mass audience.
'Kerala is an important market for Telugu films'
Vishnu Manchu is all set to conquer Kerala market with his film Dhenikaina Ready.
Jagapathy Babu to do a cameo in Kannada Film?
Get your lowdown on what's happening in Kannada cinema.
Puthiya Theerangal has nothing new to offer
The film leaves us with mixed feelings.
September 27, 2012
Deeksha Seth: Prabhas is a brilliant co-star
The actress talks about her career so far and her upcoming film Rebel.
September 26, 2012
'Avunu was like writing an exam'
Harshvardhan Rane talks about Avunu, a supernatural horror film.
Revathy: I want to direct a Malayalam film
Revathy talks about Molly Aunty Rocks and her future plans
September 24, 2012
Review: Avunu is well-written and crafted
The performances of lead actors also work in the film's favour.
Review: Husbands In Goa is hackneyed
The film attempt at comedy which elicits a few laughs.
Review: Trivandrum Lodge is shamelessly frank
The film does not get an unqualified thumbs up, but it has got a lot going for it.
Review: Cyber Yugadol Nava… is preachy
The film could have been more light- hearted rather than being preachy.
Legendary Malayalam actor Thilakan passes away
The legendary actor passed away in the wee hours following cardiac arrest. He was 77.
September 21, 2012
Review: Chaarulatha is Priya Mani's show all the way
Chaarulatha is a brilliant film that could have been more emotionally appealing.
'I made Trivandrum Lodge without a bound script'
Malayalam director VK Prakash talks about his new film.
Review: Vennela 1.5 is sheer torture
It's best to stay away from this unpleasant experience.
Kamal Haasan's Viswaroopam first film to use Auro 3D
Viswaroopam is produced by Haasan's company Raj Kamal International in association with PVP Cinema.
September 20, 2012
Ravi Babu: Avunu is supernatural film
The actor-director talks about his upcoming film Avunu.
'I will never say that I am the best actress'
Priya Mani who plays conjoined twins in Chaarulatha talks about the film.
September 18, 2012
Review: Bhoopadathil Illatha Oridam is shoddy
The film tries to be a political satire with some old world charm but suffers from shoddy treatment.
Ranjith Sankar: Molly Aunty is rocking
Writer-director Ranjith Sankar talks about the film
September 17, 2012
'I always wanted to work with Ilayaraja'
Gautham Vasudev Menon talks about the magic of working with Ilayaraja.
Review: Molly Aunty really Rocks
Molly Aunty Rocks makes for great viewing for Revathy and Prithviraj.
September 14, 2012
First Look: Snehitaru
Directed by Ramnarayan, the film is about four friends.
Review: Life Is Beautiful is a slice of life film
The film appeals to our emotions and experience of a certain way of life.
Watch Rani Mukerji's fab moves in Dreamum Wakeuppam
Here's what your favourite Bollywood celebrities are tweeting. Review: Chattakari lacks emotional quotient
The remake of 1970's hit film, fails to connect with the audience.
September 13, 2012
'I my proud of having Amala Akkineni in my film'
Sekhar Kammula talks about his upcming film Life Is Beautiful.
A busy weekend for Malayalam films
Four Malayalam films along with one Hindi and Telugu films are set to release.
September 12, 2012
Ravi Varman: There is no sadness in Barfi!
The cinematographer talks about his experience of shooting Barfi!
September 11, 2012
'Working in Life is Beautiful is unreal'
Nagarjuna's wife Amala Akkineni makes a filmi comeback after 20 years.
First Look: Kunchacko Boban, Biju Menon in Romans
The duo are coming together again in director Boban Samuel's Romans.
September 10, 2012
Review: Rasaleela is repulsive
The remake of the 1975 Kamal Hasan starrer is amateur.
Reveiw: Ozhimuri is outstanding
This outstanding film will surely be talked about in the coming days.
First Look: Aashiq Abu's Da Thadiya
The film is a romantic tale with politics as the backdrop.
September 07, 2012
Review: Rambo is just average
The film although funny in places, defies logic and is just average.
Review: Paagan is a feel-good film
Comedy is the flavour of the season right now, and Vendhar Movies' Paagan seems to have taken advantage of it.
NTR Jr in Sreenu Vytla's Badshah
Sreenu Vytla's next project Badshah to star NTR Jr, Kajal Agarwal and Navdeep.
September 06, 2012
Review: Needhane En Pon Vasantham music is pleasant
The album may not be scintillating, but it's a pleasant listen.
Review: Shirdi Sai is Nagarjuna's show
The film is not just a devotional to be seen by an older audience. Anyone can see it for the relevance of the simple teachings of the Sai baba.
Comedian Sharan's 100th film
Kannada film Rambo is releasing this Friday across Karnataka.
Vidya Balan to star opposite Mammootty?
Get your lowdown on what's happening in the Malyalam film industry.
September 04, 2012
'I feel blessed to do a movie like Shirdi Sai'
The super star talks about his new film.
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