News for 'Saraswathy'

Judicial custody for Kanchi Shankaracharya

Judicial custody for Kanchi Shankaracharya

Rediff.com12 Nov 2004

Kanchi Shankaracharya Jayendra Saraswati was arrested near Hyderabad last night as a prime accused in a murder case.

Kanchi seer offers gold crown to Lord Venkateswara

Kanchi seer offers gold crown to Lord Venkateswara

Rediff.com1 Oct 2004

Kanchi Shankaracharya Jayendra Saraswathi offered the crown costing Rs 1.5 crore.

No state honours during funeral, says Girish Karnad's family

No state honours during funeral, says Girish Karnad's family

Rediff.com10 Jun 2019

Karnad, a recipient of Jnanpith Award, was also conferred the Padma Shri in 1974 and the Padma Bhushan in 1992.

Review: Kaththi Sandai has nothing new to offer

Review: Kaththi Sandai has nothing new to offer

Rediff.com23 Dec 2016

Kaththi Sandai is a tedious action film, feels S Saraswathi.

HC rejects Kanchi seer's plea against police custo

HC rejects Kanchi seer's plea against police custo

Rediff.com22 Nov 2004

The Madras high court rejected Jayendra Saraswathi's petition challenging a Kanchipuram court order to send him to police custody.

The Real Shankaracharya

The Real Shankaracharya

Rediff.com22 Nov 2004

Seer's deputy seeks CBI probe

Seer's deputy seeks CBI probe

Rediff.com15 Nov 2004

"The swamiji is of the view that only a CBI probe can help get to the truth and ensure justice."

Review: Dhilluku Dhuddu is a waste of time

Review: Dhilluku Dhuddu is a waste of time

Rediff.com8 Jul 2016

Dhilluku Dhuddu is an unremarkable horror comedy, writes S Saraswathi.

Review: Saithan is a decent attempt

Review: Saithan is a decent attempt

Rediff.com2 Dec 2016

The first half of Saithan has a lot of suspense, says S Saraswathi.

'My deivam has to come home'

'My deivam has to come home'

Rediff.com8 Nov 2016

As doctors treat Tamil Nadu Chief Minister J Jayalalithaa, a different daily drama takes place outside the Apollo Hospitals gates.

Sairat to be remade in four South Indian languages

Sairat to be remade in four South Indian languages

Rediff.com15 Jun 2016

The remake rights have been bought by Rockline Venkatesh and the film is expected to go on floors by August.

Review: Achcham Yenbadhu Madamaiyada is worth a watch

Review: Achcham Yenbadhu Madamaiyada is worth a watch

Rediff.com13 Nov 2016

Director Gautham Menon's Achcham Yenbadhu Madamaiyada may not be what you expect but watch it for the haunting music, writes S Saraswathi.

Review: Meen Kuzhambum Mann Paanaiyum is a tedious comedy

Review: Meen Kuzhambum Mann Paanaiyum is a tedious comedy

Rediff.com11 Nov 2016

Meen Kuzhambum Mann Paanaiyum is not worth your time, S Saraswathi advises.

Jayalalithaa's health 'continues to improve', says hospital

Jayalalithaa's health 'continues to improve', says hospital

Rediff.com2 Oct 2016

A bulletin from the hospital on Sunday night said it has taken expert opinion from a UK-based doctor who examined her and concurred with the present line of management.

Review: Koditta Idangalai Niruppuga is Parthiepan's show all the way

Review: Koditta Idangalai Niruppuga is Parthiepan's show all the way

Rediff.com16 Jan 2017

Koditta Idangalai Nirappuga may not appeal to all but fine performances, a decent plot and good music make the film passable fare, writes S Saraswathi.

Review: Wagah is flippant and insensitive

Review: Wagah is flippant and insensitive

Rediff.com12 Aug 2016

The screenplay and execution lets Wagah down, feels S Saraswathi.

Kajal, Akshara in Ajith's next

Kajal, Akshara in Ajith's next

Rediff.com10 Aug 2016

S Saraswathi gives us the latest updates from the Tamil film industry.

'I now understand the value of what I have been blessed with'

'I now understand the value of what I have been blessed with'

Rediff.com8 Dec 2015

S Saraswathi profiles the trauma faced by two families in the Chennai floods.

Review: Thirunaal has nothing new to offer

Review: Thirunaal has nothing new to offer

Rediff.com5 Aug 2016

The worn-out plot, excessive violence and the loud dramatic music make director Ramnath's Thirunaal a dark and gloomy tale.

Amy Jackson, Farah Khan in Prabhu Deva's next

Amy Jackson, Farah Khan in Prabhu Deva's next

Rediff.com28 Jul 2016

The latest updates from the Tamil film industry.

Review: Devi is a passable entertainer

Review: Devi is a passable entertainer

Rediff.com7 Oct 2016

Devi is neither scary nor funny, writes S Saraswathi.

Review: Andavan Kattalai is not to be missed

Review: Andavan Kattalai is not to be missed

Rediff.com23 Sep 2016

S Saraswathi recommends the fun film, Andavan Kattalai.

Review: Thodari is a decent attempt

Review: Thodari is a decent attempt

Rediff.com22 Sep 2016

Good performances and an interesting screenplay make Prabhu Solomon's Thodari worth a watch, feels S Saraswathi.

Review: Bairavaa is strictly for Vijay's fans

Review: Bairavaa is strictly for Vijay's fans

Rediff.com13 Jan 2017

Bairavaa is designed to cater to Vijay's fans and his political aspirations and the actor uses every opportunity to dole out strong social messages, feels S Saraswathi.

Review: Tamilselvanum Thaniyar Anjalum is a decent attempt

Review: Tamilselvanum Thaniyar Anjalum is a decent attempt

Rediff.com8 Aug 2016

Despite its many flaws, Tamilselvanum Thaniyar Anjalum surprisingly keeps you entertained, feels S Saraswathi.

Review Chennai 600028 II: Second Innings is a laugh riot

Review Chennai 600028 II: Second Innings is a laugh riot

Rediff.com9 Dec 2016

This refreshingly hilarious film should not be missed, says S Saraswathi.

Box Office: Dishoom gets a good opening

Box Office: Dishoom gets a good opening

Rediff.com1 Aug 2016

The hits and misses of the week.

Review: Maaveeran Kittu is an unremarkable period drama

Review: Maaveeran Kittu is an unremarkable period drama

Rediff.com5 Dec 2016

Unnecessary songs mar the narrative flow.

Review: Kabali will disappoint Rajinikanth fans

Review: Kabali will disappoint Rajinikanth fans

Rediff.com22 Jul 2016

If not for the hype and stunning teaser, which promised an all-out Rajini masala entertainer, Kabali would be far more enjoyable, feels S Saraswathi.

Review: Kavalai Vendam is a fun film

Review: Kavalai Vendam is a fun film

Rediff.com24 Nov 2016

Kavalai Vendam may not be high on logic, but watch it for its wacky moments and mindless entertainment, says S Saraswathi.

Review: Vijay Sethupathi shines in Sethupathi

Review: Vijay Sethupathi shines in Sethupathi

Rediff.com19 Feb 2016

Director Arun Kumar scripts an entertaining tale packed with refreshing characters and great music, writes S Saraswathi.

Review: Visaranai is chilling

Review: Visaranai is chilling

Rediff.com7 Feb 2016

Visaranai is a brutally honest film, feels S Saraswathi.

Review: Appa deserves a watch

Review: Appa deserves a watch

Rediff.com1 Jul 2016

Appa has plenty of heartwarming moments and some great performances, feels S Saraswathi.

Review: Kodi is worth a watch

Review: Kodi is worth a watch

Rediff.com28 Oct 2016

The plot is refreshing and there are no unnecessary twists or excessive melodrama, writes S Saraswathi

Review: Vijay Sethupathi's Rekka disappoints

Review: Vijay Sethupathi's Rekka disappoints

Rediff.com10 Oct 2016

Rekka overdoses on action, feels S Saraswathi.

Review: Eetti is worth a watch

Review: Eetti is worth a watch

Rediff.com11 Dec 2015

Eetti is a lighthearted entertainer that tells an interesting tale, feels S Saraswathi.

Box Office: A Flying Jatt gets an average opening

Box Office: A Flying Jatt gets an average opening

Rediff.com29 Aug 2016

Trade analyst Vinod Mirani gives us the weekly box office verdict.

I have moved closer to wrestling after marriage: Sakshi

I have moved closer to wrestling after marriage: Sakshi

Rediff.com22 Jun 2017

Rio Olympics bronze medal-winning wrestler Sakshi Malik wasn't fully prepared for last month's Asian Wrestling Championship, her first international event after the quadrennial games, she revealed.

Review: Thozha is a fun-filled entertainer

Review: Thozha is a fun-filled entertainer

Rediff.com27 Mar 2016

Thozha is definitely worth your time, writes S Saraswathi.

Review: Puli fails to impress

Review: Puli fails to impress

Rediff.com1 Oct 2015

Puli is an uninspiring fantasy adventure film, feels S Saraswathi.