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Gautham Menon: I’ve always wanted to collaborate and direct other people’s scripts

Gautham Vasudev Menon on directing Tamil film 'Vendhu Thanindhathu Kaadu', working with writer Jeyamohan and actor Silamabarasan TR, and making a gangster film.

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Sundari Gardens: A simple slice-of-life film that sees Aparna Balamurali shine

Aparna Balamurali and Neeraj Madhav shine in their respective roles, but writer-director Charlie Davis could have pushed the limits of the screenplay more. Rating: 2.5/5

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IMAX, Qube EPIQ, PVR P[XL] - the business of premium large screen format cinemas in India

Large screen format theatres are banking on film-makers' need to create ever bigger spectacles and a clearly differentiated experience from watching movies at home and on OTT, to spur growth.

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Next generation of AVM family ushers in change, 'Tamil Rockerz'

While other production houses were quick to jump onto the OTT bandwagon prior to the pandemic, AVM has just released its first web series for SonyLIV titled Tamil Rockerz.

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India@75 | 75 people to watch in the south film industry right now

The Indian film industry is the second-largest in the world. As India celebrates 75 years of being an independent nation, it is also time to celebrate 75 people from the south film industry who are making waves.

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Victim review: Great directors and cast, mixed bag of short stories

Directed by four well-known Tamil directors - Chimbu Devan, M Rajesh, Pa.Ranjith and Venkat Prabhu - 'Victim - Who is next?' has its flaws.

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Nandamuri Kalyan Ram: "The team should be right since one person can’t make a film"

NKR on 'Bimbisara', playing a negative role for the first time, working with director Vassishta, why he chose to produce the film as well as act in it, and discussing films with his brother NTR Jr.

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'Meme Boys' review: Gen Z might relate to the story and characters despite flaws

While the theme of 'Meme Boys' is interesting, the plot is not meaty enough to sustain through eight episodes and therein lies the problem.

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Suriya's National Award for Best Actor comes at the end of 25 years of hard work, perseverance

In the last few years Suriya’s career has taken a significant leap with films like 'Soorarai Pottru' and 'Jai Bhim' - both of which were released directly to OTT.

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South movies strike gold at the Hindi box office

Super high-quality production, a conscious shift towards making films for a pan-Indian audience and other factors behind the commercial success of recent South films in north India.

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Chennai meals: 10 unlimited vegetarian and non-vegetarian thalis under Rs 500

Our pick of 10 restaurants where you can have a hearty, traditional veg or non-veg meal in Chennai in under Rs 500 per person; side dishes cost extra.

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R. Madhavan: 'Rocketry and the story of Nambi Narayanan was a passion project'

R. Madhavan jumped headlong into writing, directing and acting in the biopic of a scientist who was caught in an espionage controversy. Madhavan says the film is about one of the world’s greatest rocket scientists.

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Suzhal - The Vortex review: The visuals remain etched in your mind long after you’ve seen the series

'Suzhal: The Vortex' sucks you right in with its relatable characters and local settings.

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O2 movie review: Nayanthara-Rithvik chemistry is the highlight

'O2' has a good concept. It somewhat falters in the execution, but despite that, it’s the performances of Nayanthara and Rithvik that keep you engaged.

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MC Travel Special | Five getaways from Chennai

Chennai getaways for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts; trekkers, surfers and adventure junkies; history buffs; and for the entire family.

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Tovino Thomas: "'Minnal Murali 2' will definitely happen - but in due course of time"

Among his upcoming films, Tovino Thomas says: "‘Dear Friend’ is an emotional drama, ‘Vaashi’ is a courtroom drama and ‘Thaalumaalu’ is a full-on entertainer."

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Vikram review: A high on octane and well-crafted ode to Kamal Haasan

'Vikram' is not just a Kamal Haasan movie but also a Fahadh Faasil and Vijay Sethupathi film. Both actors have roles with good character arcs and scope for performance, and both men deliver in style.

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Fahadh Faasil's secret sauce: An uncanny ability to pick good stories and great collaborators

At 39, Fahadh Faasil’s career trajectory since he set foot into the film world in 2002 is probably an aspiration - and an envy - for other actors.

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India heritage walks | Kochi trails: Fort Kochi, Mattancherry spice market and Latin Catholic food experiences

No trip to Kochi is complete without a walking trail in Fort Kochi. Plus, a spice trail that goes through Mattancherry and a culinary experience to understand what Latin Catholic food is all about.

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John Luther review: An okay timepass film for Jayasurya fans

Director Abhijit Joseph has banked on the cop’s hearing loss to add a new dimension, but given the lack of other thrilling elements in the story, it is not new or exciting for the audience.

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12th Man review: Mohanlal returns as a policeman in a too-long murder mystery that borrows from world cinema

With a run time of 2 hours and 43 minutes, director Jeethu Joseph and scriptwriter K.R. Krishnakumar have created a movie that keeps us guessing which of the characters could commit murder and why.

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India heritage walks | Chennai: George Town history, Mylapore culture, Sowcarpet food trail

Walking tours aren't just for tourists, they also allow residents to rediscover their city - its culture, history and hidden gems. This article is part of a series on India heritage tours.

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Sarkaru Vaari Paata review: Made for Mahesh Babu fans

Director Parasuram has tried to include all the elements a big star’s fans would want - fights, romance, and a stylish makeover for Mahesh Babu. But the writing took a beating in all this.