While critics and protestors have multifarious arguments to offer, the defence of CAA has been uni-dimensional and uni-focussed as has been the case with most policies of the Modi government and the political positions of his party. But to be drawn into an issue that has assumed more than local and national dimensions, Rajini has knowingly or otherwise, taken the plunge and in favour of the BJP -- or, so it has come to be seen, says N Sathiya Moorthy.
'He has always given us the freedom to make our own decisions, whether they were right or wrong.'
But, Haasan said he one could not rule out an electoral alliance between the two.
The Hindi version of Rajinikanth's Kabali did not find much love outside Tamil Nadu
In a special series, we will put YOU to the test everyday!
'Today, these fringe groups are demanding that Rajni sir's film be stopped.' 'What is there to stop them from doing the same with more films in the future?'
The concluding part of the A to Z guide to a year that will soon become history.
The top posts on social media from your favourite Bollywood celebrities.
Karnataka Chief Minister H D Kumaraswamy said though it was his government's responsibility to ensure its smooth screening, he once again advised the distributors to delay it till the Cauvery dispute was resolved.
The latest updates from the Tamil film industry.
The Rajiv Gandhi assassination, investigation and trial were all jinxed in parts, recalls N Sathiya Moorthy.
'I was so nervous and embarrassed that I hid behind a pillar, just watching my son quietly.' 'I could see him very quiet, not communicating with anybody.'' 'I thought he was not interested. But when he gave his first shot, he was perfect!'
Let's take a look at the pictures of Vidya Balan and Siddharth Roy Kapur at Aurora Theatre...
Saisuresh Sivaswamy is watching the noon show at Mumbai's Arora theatre, known for catering to Rajini fans, and making a mega celebration of all his releases.
As the second phase of polling commenced on Thursday amid heightened security, bigwigs came out to cast their votes for constituting the 17th Lok Sabha. Among those who took to their respective polling booths were former Finance Minister P Chidambaram, actor-turned-politician Rajinikanth, BJP candidate from Bengaluru South Tejasvi Surya, and defence minister Nirmala Sitharaman, among others.
Ram Gopal Varma doesn't really care what people think about him.
The two living legends have clashed at the box office twice in the past!
The BJP will be the obvious gainer while the DMK will lose a major chunk of its vote bank.
'Kamal Haasan always appeared to be quick to strike, but afraid to wound.' 'What he is offering the people of Tamil Nadu is not clear, but whatever it is, it will be a fresh element in the state's politics,' says Aditi Phadnis.
Karunanidhi, 94, died at the Kauvery hospital on Tuesday following prolonged illness.
'I am really happy with how people remember my character.'
Houseful event at this weekend ritual...
The 70-year old first time MP, who was admitted to the Apollo Hospitals on August 10 after he tested positive for coronavirus, succumbed to the illness, a party spokesperson said.
Trade analyst Vinod Mirani gives us the weekly box office verdict.
To claim that Tamil Nadu was waiting for a messiah of the 'spiritual' Rajini kind is misplaced, if not mischievous, says N Sathiya Moorthy.
'India has decided - Democracy needs to be celebrated.'
From politicians to entrepreneurs and change makers, Akash Ambani's wedding had some illustrious guests.
Mumbai gets a makeover courtesy Rajinikanth's much-awaited film Kabali!
A look at star arrivals.
For a party that has adopted the successful social re-engineering model from Gujarat, Rajasthan and across the rest of the 'Hindi belt' over the past decades, Tamil Nadu continues to remain a tricky customer, says N Sathiya Moorthy.
R Rajagopalan predicts that Tamil Nadu won't have single party rule for the first time in its history.
Shankar is India's answer to Hollywood, feels Syed Firdaus Ashraf.
Akshay's special birthday present for you!
© 2026 Rediff.com - Advertise with us - Disclaimer - Privacy Policy - Sitemap - Feedback - About us - Terms of use - Grievances