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ED raids 'Empuraan' producer over Rs 1,000 cr FEMA case

ED raids 'Empuraan' producer over Rs 1,000 cr FEMA case

Rediff.com5 Apr 2025

"L2: Empuraan", the second part of the "Lucifer" movie, a trilogy planned by the Prithviraj-Mohanlal team, has become a topic of hot debate over its critique of right-wing politics and the covert mention of the Gujarat riots.

Our identity is...: TVK leader Vijay slams DMK in maiden speech; flays NEET

Our identity is...: TVK leader Vijay slams DMK in maiden speech; flays NEET

Rediff.com27 Oct 2024

In his maiden public speech eight months after announcing the launch of TVK, Vijay said the late veterans MG Ramachandran and NT Ramarao were ridiculed as mere cinema actors when they made their political plunge "but they continue to remain in the hearts of the people" of the respective states, i.e Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh.

SC slams K'taka govt, paves way for Kamal's Thug Life release in state

SC slams K'taka govt, paves way for Kamal's Thug Life release in state

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

The Supreme Court on Tuesday came down heavily on the Karnataka government over actor Kamal Haasan's film "Thug Life" not being released in the state, saying mob and vigilantes cannot be allowed to take to the streets.

Tamil star gets into a bikini

Tamil star gets into a bikini

Rediff.com28 May 2009

Sona dons a bikini in her new film, Alazhar Malai.

Top Tamil films of 2009

Top Tamil films of 2009

Rediff.com15 Dec 2009

We salvage a few good ones in a year dominated by mediocre films.

Controversy's Child Kamal Haasan

Controversy's Child Kamal Haasan

Rediff.com10 Jun 2025

Kamal has a crisp pen when it comes to writing short and yet powerful film dialogues. But while speaking ex tempore -- and that has been his style -- he looks every bit a confused man, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

'Silent fast' by cinema industry in support of Jayalalithaa

'Silent fast' by cinema industry in support of Jayalalithaa

Rediff.com30 Sep 2014

Expressing solidarity with jailed All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam supremo Jayalalithaa, a former actor, members of the Tamil cinema industry on Tuesday embarked on a day-long 'silent fast" in Chennai on Tuesday.

The TOP 5 Tamil actresses

The TOP 5 Tamil actresses

Rediff.com8 Jan 2016

Take a bow, Nayanthara, Radhika Prasidhha, Aishwarya Rajesh, Jyothika, Nithya Menen.

'Dhadak 2 Is Not A Routine Love Story'

'Dhadak 2 Is Not A Routine Love Story'

Rediff.com12 Jul 2025

Siddhant Chaturvedi and Triptii Dimri put forward their never-seen-before intense side in Dhadak 2, which is deemed as the spiritual sequel to the Ishaan Khatter and Janhvi Kapoor-starrer 2018 film, Dhadak.

Tamil actor Manjula passes away

Tamil actor Manjula passes away

Rediff.com23 Jul 2013

She was 59.

Remembering Tamil actress Sujatha

Remembering Tamil actress Sujatha

Rediff.com7 Apr 2011

Remembering the late actress who passed away yesterday.

Kaalidhar Laapata Review: Worth A Watch

Kaalidhar Laapata Review: Worth A Watch

Rediff.com4 Jul 2025

Watch Kaalidhar Laapata because clean family-viewing films are getting scarcer by the week, recommends Deepa Gahlot.

The Best Songs of Tamil Lyricist Vaali

The Best Songs of Tamil Lyricist Vaali

Rediff.com19 Jul 2013

Having started in the mid-1960s, Vaali went on to pen nearly 10,000 songs in his five-decade-long career.

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!

The dancing queen of Tamil TV

The dancing queen of Tamil TV

Rediff.com13 Jul 2010

Kala Master, the creator of Tamil television's dance show Manada Mayilada talks about the show that just completed 150 weeks.

Akshay's Grand Gesture For Stuntmen

Akshay's Grand Gesture For Stuntmen

Rediff.com19 Jul 2025

Akshay Kumar has been personally funding medical insurance premiums worth Rs 6 crore to Rs 7 crore annually for over 650 stuntmen and their families for the past eight years.

The Top Performances by Tamil Actors in 2013

The Top Performances by Tamil Actors in 2013

Rediff.com31 Dec 2013

We review the top actors in Tamil films in 2013.

Who's Rajinikanth Meeting In Ranchi?

Who's Rajinikanth Meeting In Ranchi?

Rediff.com18 Aug 2023

Rajinikanth arrived in Ranchi after offering prayers at the Rajrappa temple in Ramgarh on August 17.

Veteran Tamil comedian Nagesh dead

Veteran Tamil comedian Nagesh dead

Rediff.com31 Jan 2009

Born as Gundu Rao to a Kannada Brahmin family in 1933, Nagesh was the most sought after actor in the MGR-Sivaji era of Tamil cinema in the 1960s and mid-seventies, and was a regular feature in the movies of these late superstars. Nagesh, who was suffering from prolonged illness, breathed his last at his residence.

Where Rajinikanth Lives In Chennai

Where Rajinikanth Lives In Chennai

Rediff.com7 Jun 2023

For those who want a chance to take a closer look at some of India's Cinema Greats, the AVM Heritage Museum in Vadapalani, Chennai, is a good place to start.

The Top Five Tamil Films Of 2012

The Top Five Tamil Films Of 2012

Rediff.com18 Dec 2012

Look at the year's finest films from Tamil cinema!

Deva Action Arrives On OTT

Deva Action Arrives On OTT

Rediff.com28 Mar 2025

Shahid losing his memory, Nicole losing her mind, Mufasa holding on to both, only on OTT this week.

ED seizes Rs 1.5 cr from L2: Empuraan producer's company

ED seizes Rs 1.5 cr from L2: Empuraan producer's company

Rediff.com5 Apr 2025

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has seized Rs 1.5 crore in cash from the premises of a chit fund company owned by Gokulam Gopalan, one of the producers of the Malayalam movie "L2: Empuraan", in connection with foreign exchange law violations. The searches were conducted at locations in Kozhikode, Kerala and Chennai, Tamil Nadu. The ED alleged that the company collected subscription to chit funds from persons residing outside India without due permission and violated regulations framed by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI).

Which Tamil film will YOU watch this weekend?

Which Tamil film will YOU watch this weekend?

Rediff.com3 Feb 2016

A look at the week's releases.

The Top Tamil Directors of 2012

The Top Tamil Directors of 2012

Rediff.com18 Jan 2013

Balaji Sakthivel tops the list for making the powerful and impressive Vazhakku Enn 18/9.

Film stars fast for Sri Lankan Tamils

Film stars fast for Sri Lankan Tamils

Rediff.com1 Nov 2008

From the well-known to the little-known, most faces of Tamil cinema ensured they were present for a cause that has been dominating not only state politics but also national politics, with even a special envoy in the ranks of External Affairs Minister flying in to apprise the Tamil Nadu chief minister of the steps taken by the Centre on the issue.

Tamil Padam's tunes are a laugh riot!

Tamil Padam's tunes are a laugh riot!

Rediff.com25 Jan 2010

The theme track sounds like something straight of the eighties: electric and bass guitars rule the roost and it feels like you've stepped into the refrain of some Boney M number.

10 Tamil Comedies You Must Watch On OTT

10 Tamil Comedies You Must Watch On OTT

Rediff.com19 Mar 2024

Comedies are a difficult genre to pull off in today's day and age, thanks to the audiences' increasing exposure to diverse content and dwindling attention spans. Still, there are quite a few Tamil movies that can bring on the laughs. Arjun Menon lists the recent releases you can watch at home.

Best Tamil Actors of 2010

Best Tamil Actors of 2010

Rediff.com14 Dec 2010

Here's a dekho at this year's best performances in Tamil cinema.

Aamir To Do A Superhero Film

Aamir To Do A Superhero Film

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

Aamir is also reuniting with PK Director Rajkumar Hirani for a biopic on Dadasaheb Phalke, the Father of Indian Cinema.

'Dhanush's A Generous Co-Actor, Director'

'Dhanush's A Generous Co-Actor, Director'

Rediff.com30 Jul 2024

'I'm in awe of how secure he is, as an actor, performer and director.'

10 Classic Tamil Films On OTT

10 Classic Tamil Films On OTT

Rediff.com9 May 2023

Divya Nair makes a list of Tamil films you must watch at least once. The good news is that they're on OTT right now.

Tamil actor Ajith to race again

Tamil actor Ajith to race again

Rediff.com10 Mar 2010

The star reveals his plans to return to the Formula 2 circuit in this exclusive interview to rediff.com

The 5 WORST Tamil heroines

The 5 WORST Tamil heroines

Rediff.com11 Jan 2016

What was Kajal Aggarwal thinking?

The Best Tamil Films of 2010

The Best Tamil Films of 2010

Rediff.com9 Dec 2010

Here are the films that won over both the classes and the masses.

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.

2016's Biggest Tamil Flops So Far

2016's Biggest Tamil Flops So Far

Rediff.com30 Jun 2016

We saw the big hits of Tamil cinema. Now it's time to look at the flops.

Ganesh, the new Tamil action hero returns

Ganesh, the new Tamil action hero returns

Rediff.com8 Dec 2009

After a powerful and restrained performance in Unnaipol Oruvan, Ganesh Venkataraman is back with Selva's new Tamil film Muriyadi.

'Working in a Tamil film is less stressful'

'Working in a Tamil film is less stressful'

Rediff.com14 Dec 2013

With two hits in a row, and awaiting the release of Padam Pesum and Arjunan Kadhali, actress Poorna is all set to take the Tamil film industry by storm.

'Katrina was very much against doing a Tamil version'

'Katrina was very much against doing a Tamil version'

Rediff.com16 Jan 2024

'It would have made (Producer) Ramesh Taurani very happy if I taken two Bombay stars, but the reason why I kept mentally rejecting the regular sort of casting was to discover this excitement, you know, can I crack it?'