News for 'Malayalam cinema'

Don't Waste Your Onam On King Of Kotha

Don't Waste Your Onam On King Of Kotha

Rediff.com25 Aug 2023

Dulquer may be good looking but how long can you watch him with a cigarette in his mouth, giving that deadpan expression, wonders Divya Nair.

Review: Vettaiyan Is Massy And How!

Review: Vettaiyan Is Massy And How!

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

Despite its minor flaws, lack of logic, and lecture-style moral narrative, Vettaiyan should be enjoyed in a theatre amid Rajini fans and their wolf whistles, endorses Divya Nair.

'Chayilyam is people's cinema'

'Chayilyam is people's cinema'

Rediff.com17 Dec 2012

Director Manoj Kana discusses the difficulties he faced to finance his film.

My Top Films Of 2024

My Top Films Of 2024

Rediff.com23 Dec 2024

Despite the mediocrity at large, these films had me in raptures for the emotions they evoked within as a cheering audience, critic and cinephile.

'I Want To Make Serious Films That Are Also Cheesy'

'I Want To Make Serious Films That Are Also Cheesy'

Rediff.com22 Jan 2025

'In Mumbai, isolation is a very different isolation.' 'It's not about actual physical loneliness.' 'It's the loneliness in the company of others, and I felt that that is a very Mumbai thing.' 'You can be travelling in the ladies compartment squashed against everybody's armpits and still be really, really sad and alone.'

Nivin Pauly's Tamil film may not be called Santa Maria

Nivin Pauly's Tamil film may not be called Santa Maria

Rediff.com18 Jun 2016

The latest updates from the Malayalam film industry.

Divas & Darlings On OTT This Week

Divas & Darlings On OTT This Week

Rediff.com16 Aug 2024

Sukanya Verma gives you some great options to choose from.

Aamir Khan, Kiran Rao In Supreme Court

Aamir Khan, Kiran Rao In Supreme Court

Rediff.com10 Aug 2024

Lawyers flooded the courtroom of Chief Justice of India D Y Chandrachud to witness the proceedings as one special guest -- Aamir Khan -- was seated in the front row.

Modi shares winning formula with BJP workers in Kerala

Modi shares winning formula with BJP workers in Kerala

Rediff.com17 Jan 2024

Addressing a gathering of around 6,000 in-charges of 'Shakti Kendras,' each comprising two to three booth-level areas, at Marine Drive, the prime minister said that Kerala has the potential to influence who will be in power in Delhi.

Devasuram director I V Sasi passes away

Devasuram director I V Sasi passes away

Rediff.com24 Oct 2017

'Portraying the life of commoners, I V Sasi was a man who created wonders for the silver screen.'

Seeing Red at the Malayalam Movies

Seeing Red at the Malayalam Movies

Rediff.com1 Jun 2016

Malayalam film audiences, who had spent close to two decades waiting for something truly interesting to watch at the movies, seem to be finally getting their due.

Kutty Srank is Mammootty's show all the way

Kutty Srank is Mammootty's show all the way

Rediff.com23 Jul 2010

The film rests on the Malayalam actor's able shoulders.

All We Imagine As Light Review: Ode To Hope, Humanity And Her

All We Imagine As Light Review: Ode To Hope, Humanity And Her

Rediff.com22 Nov 2024

Payal Kapadia's understanding of what it means to be a woman is as poignant as her authentic portrait of Mumbai's hoi polloi, observes Sukanya Verma.

Nayanthara: Beyond the Fairy Tale Review: Empty Calories

Nayanthara: Beyond the Fairy Tale Review: Empty Calories

Rediff.com19 Nov 2024

Nayanthara: Beyond the Fairy Tale ends up being a flashy, aspirational celebrity lifestyle doc that is aimed for an evening of popcorn-fueled fan tribute entertainment, observes Arjun Menon.

Kunchacko Boban replaces Prithviraj in Naale Raavile

Kunchacko Boban replaces Prithviraj in Naale Raavile

Rediff.com11 May 2016

The latest updates from Malayalam film industry.

Guess How Many Movie Tickets Were Bought!

Guess How Many Movie Tickets Were Bought!

Rediff.com2 May 2024

More than 157 million Indians watched at least one film in the theatre in 2023.

It's Mohanlal versus Shobhana this weekend

It's Mohanlal versus Shobhana this weekend

Rediff.com14 Nov 2013

Two Malayalam stalwarts fight it out at the box office.

Tamil actor Parthiban makes Malayalam debut

Tamil actor Parthiban makes Malayalam debut

Rediff.com4 Feb 2011

Get your low down on what's happening in the world of Tamil cinema, right here!

Mammootty, Dileep & Dhanush to come together

Mammootty, Dileep & Dhanush to come together

Rediff.com22 Jan 2013

The three superstars will be seen in Malayalam film Kammath & Kammath which releases this week.

Last Action Hero: Vijay's Cinematic Legacy

Last Action Hero: Vijay's Cinematic Legacy

Rediff.com17 Sep 2024

As Thalapathy Vijay embarks on a career in politics, Arjun Menon looks closer at his glorious filmography.

Review: 5 Sundarikal is an interesting anthology

Review: 5 Sundarikal is an interesting anthology

Rediff.com24 Jun 2013

Five young directors have come together to make five short films focusing on female protagonists.

First Look: Sreenivasan, Sharbani in Aatmakadha

First Look: Sreenivasan, Sharbani in Aatmakadha

Rediff.com19 May 2010

Versatile genius of Malayalam cinema, Sreenivasan, is playing a central character in the forthcoming Malayalam film.

Watch out for Kerala Cafe

Watch out for Kerala Cafe

Rediff.com1 Oct 2009

The Malayalam movie brings together celebrated directors and outstanding actors from the movie industry.

'Our audience keeps us on our toes'

'Our audience keeps us on our toes'

Rediff.com19 Aug 2022

'There is no way they would accept any repetition from us. 'The audience constantly needs to be surprised, and I need to surprise myself too.'

Ready For Some Dark Love On OTT?

Ready For Some Dark Love On OTT?

Rediff.com3 May 2024

Holidays turn into horror, Bhansali brand of razzmatazz and tons more on OTT this week.

Tamil star Vijay shoots in Kerala

Tamil star Vijay shoots in Kerala

Rediff.com14 Oct 2010

Get your low down on what's happening in the world of Malayalam cinema, right here!

Malayalam actress Sukumari passes away

Malayalam actress Sukumari passes away

Rediff.com26 Mar 2013

The 75 year-old veteran star of Malayalam and Tamil cinema was admitted to the hospital for burn injuries that she suffered a month ago.

Review: Cinema Company is average

Review: Cinema Company is average

Rediff.com30 Jul 2012

Malayalam film Cinema Company leaves a lot to be desired, writes Paresh C Palicha.

Kavya and Dileep come together in next

Kavya and Dileep come together in next

Rediff.com22 Dec 2011

Vellaripravinte Changathi, directed by Akku Akbar, releases this weekend.

The Top 10 Leading Ladies Club

The Top 10 Leading Ladies Club

Rediff.com24 Sep 2024

Sukanya Verma lists 10 of our best ruling the roost of Hindi cinema right now.

Review: Kunjiramayanam is enjoyable

Review: Kunjiramayanam is enjoyable

Rediff.com31 Aug 2015

Siblings Vineeth and Dhyan seem to be making a statement on their father Sreenivasan's work in Malayalam cinema, notes Paresh C Palicha.

First Look: Prithviraj in Celluloid

First Look: Prithviraj in Celluloid

Rediff.com25 Oct 2012

The actor plays the role of J C Daniel who is regarded as the father of Malayalam cinema.

Coming Up On OTT This August

Coming Up On OTT This August

Rediff.com31 Jul 2024

With the rains pouring down on us, August offers yet another reason to stay home!

Celebrating Malayalam actress Isha Talwar!

Celebrating Malayalam actress Isha Talwar!

Rediff.com22 Dec 2016

Happy birthday, Isha!

Masters and Outsider, up for release

Masters and Outsider, up for release

Rediff.com30 Mar 2012

Get your lowdown on what's going on in the world of Malayalam cinema.

Why MACTA split: The real story

Why MACTA split: The real story

Rediff.com20 Jun 2008

The whole issue began when actor Dileep walked out of a project titled Kuttananadan Express, which was to be directed by director Tulasidas. The film was to be produced by Ullattil films. Tulasidas was ousted from the project with Dipu Karunakaran as his replacement.

Review: Casanovva disappoints big time

Review: Casanovva disappoints big time

Rediff.com27 Jan 2012

Touted as the most expensive film in Malayalam cinema, the film offers little scope for Mohanlal to perform.

Jeethu Joseph to direct Kamal Haasan in PK's Tamil remake?

Jeethu Joseph to direct Kamal Haasan in PK's Tamil remake?

Rediff.com24 Feb 2015

Check this space for updates on the PK remake!

Swati: Amen is a film of magical realism

Swati: Amen is a film of magical realism

Rediff.com1 Apr 2013

The actress talks about her foray into Malayalam cinema with Amen.

International Film Festival of Kerala kicks off

International Film Festival of Kerala kicks off

Rediff.com9 Dec 2010

Get your low down on what's happening in the world of Malayalam cinema, right here.