He, however said he will serve people in whatever ways he can without entering electoral politics.
Box Office: Vishwaroop II is a disaster
Factionalism between OP Panneerselvam and Edappadi Palaniswami, the dominance of the BJP, the ruling DMK having a strong face in the form of CM Stalin, 'community and region-based politics', corruption charges against former ministers, and lack of a proper ideology are the major challenges the party is facing in the state.
'If I don't act for a week I become edgy, restless and moody.' Subhash K Jha salutes Manoj Bajpayee, actor extraordinaire, on his 53rd birthday.
'He just said that those who cannot control the violence should go. He did not name the BJP.'
'The alliance led by the DMK is starting with 15% votes while the AIADMK is starting from scratch.' 'Minority votes may be crucial'
Vakeel Saab is an out-and-out Pawan Kalyan show, where he makes his point sometimes with a pen and at times with a punch, observes Joginder Tuteja.
From Madhuri's Ek Do Teen to her most recent number, Dil De Diya in Radhe: Your Most Wanted Bhai, the actress has enhanced so many of Bollywood's item numbers with her presence.
'I thought my journey had ended even before it began.'
'If am in a plane with a superstar and a screenwriter, I would rather sit next to the writer.'
'My contribution to Uttama Villain is going to make me proud.'
A well-written screenplay, brilliantly executed, with clever music, stunning cinematography, and, above all, the hugely talented Kamal Haasan, make Jeethu Joseph's Papanasam a must watch.
'My producer earns, I earn. It's a win-win situation.'
Rajinikanth is the third cinema personality after the late thespian Sivaji Ganesan and the late director K Balachander, also Rajinikanth's mentor, to have been chosen for the award from Tamil Nadu.
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'I've never allowed success to go to my head.' 'I've seen many artistes fall because of their pride.'
'There are so many actors and films that have influenced the lives of millions.'
'Your strike rate is very important when it comes to seat-sharing.'
'I told Illaiyaraaja when he had composed music for 786 films that soon there will be 1,000. Today is that day.' The film industry felicitates music composer Illaiyaraaja.
In a brief one minute video clip, Rajinikanth thanked all those who welcomed his political plunge.
After a gap of 10 years, the DMK snatched the reins of power from arch rival AIADMK, with its president M K Stalin leading the party to a stellar performance and in the process, helming the state as chief minister for the first time.
'He taught us not only about theatre, acting or dramas but also about life.' 'He made us discover ourselves.'
Sonam, the golden goddess, slays it again!
The DMK chief said it was a 'resounding victory' given to his party led alliance by the people of Tamil Nadu.
Hatneihoi Hangshing, a law student from Nagaland, tells Rediff.com's A Ganesh Nadar what she would like to see in Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's Budget.
Bollywood is doing all it can to keep busy during the national lockdown.
Food, family, politics, superheroes, serial killers, there's a little bit of everything. Sukanya Verma recommends what to catch on OTT this week.
The GQ Best Dressed bash was all about style and glamour with celebrities rocking the boldest looks on the red carpet.
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'I kept thinking the bedroom door would open any minute and Didi Atya would step out...'
The film is made in both Hindi and Tamil.
The curse of the second half prevents The Power from being the entertainer it could have been, notes Joginder Tuteja.
Things get better as the series proceeds, notes Joginder Tuteja.
Stars come out to join the battle against the killer virus.
'Portraying the life of commoners, I V Sasi was a man who created wonders for the silver screen.'
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