Regional Cinema
Anbil Avan Opens With A Risk Too Big To Ignore
The film’s central gamble—asking audiences to believe in a man who defies physics and reason for love—isn’t just risky. It’s reckless.
3 days ago2 min
Kollywood
Tamil Movie News
The latest Tamil movie news from Kollywood: box office, release dates, OTT arrivals, trailers and what the stars are saying, updated through the day.
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Regional Cinema
Sigma Opens With Mixed Reactions on Twitter
Jason Sanjay makes his directorial debut with 'Sigma,' a Tamil action thriller starring Sundeep Kishan and Faria Abdullah. The film, produced by Lyca Productions, opened worldwide on October 2, drawing mixed reactions on social media. Audiences are divided over the film's pacing, direction, and performances.
3 days ago1 min
Breaking Hype
Baththa’s Silent Triumph: One Critic’s 100/100 Review Echoes Through a Quiet Opening
The film, he claims, works at every level. Every frame. Every line. Even the comedy, he notes, lands without trying to be funny. That’s the real win.
3 days ago2 min
Breaking Hype
Baththa Opens to 1.5 Crore
The film, produced by Priya Atlee under her husband Atlee’s banner, arrived with all the fanfare of a comeback: a long-awaited return from director Balaji Tharaneetharan after One Side Story, a star turn from Sethupathi as a volatile, domineering ‘don’ who gets locked in a bathroom by a kid, and a script promising catharsis through chaos.
3 days ago1 min
Breaking Hype
Jailer 2's Bindaas Hindi Version with Nora Fatehi Is Live
Jailer 2’s Bindaas is live — and it’s not just a song, it’s a signal. The Hindi version, featuring Nora Fatehi and sung by Madhubanti Bagchi, marks a rare crossover moment: Rajinikanth’s voice, Anirudh’s production, and Bagchi’s vocals colliding in a track that’s already being shared like a secret weapon. The film’s OTT window remains unconfirmed, but the song’s release suggests the marketing push
3 days ago1 min
Regional Cinema
Ram's Yezhu Kadal Yezhu Malai Draws A Brutal Critic Pan Over Confusing Plot
Director Ram's long-delayed Yezhu Kadal Yezhu Malai opened to a mixed response, but critic Blue Sattai Maran tore into its narrative, calling the story incomprehensible and the plot stuck in a loop.
3 days ago2 min
Breaking Hype
Dasara Box Office War: Three Films, One Weekend, Zero Room to Breathe
The Dasara box office is set for a three-way war. Three high-stakes Telugu films—Aadarsha Kutumbam, Jailer 2, and Ranabaali—are gunning for the same holiday weekend, each carrying career-defining budgets and expectations.
3 days ago1 min
Breaking Hype
Yezhu Kadal Yezhu Malai Opens Today — And It’s Already Dividing Audiences Over AI
The film’s premise is strong: Nivin Pauly as a nameless immortal who traps Soori, a mortal, on a silent express train. Their dialogue spirals into past lives, reincarnations, guilt, and cosmic reckoning. But instead of letting sound, silence, and performance carry those visions, Ram leans on digital ghosts.
3 days ago2 min
Breaking Hype
Madhubanti Bagchi Sings for Rajinikanth in Jailer 2's 'Bindaas'
Madhubanti Bagchi sings for Rajinikanth in Jailer 2's 'Bindaas'—a high-octane Hindi track with Nora Fatehi, Anirudh Ravichander, and a fearless female lead who redefines the game.
3 days ago1 min
Breaking Hype
Dhanush’s Om: Chapter 1 Delayed to November 26
Om: Chapter 1 moves to November 26, 2026, after being delayed to avoid clashes with Jailer 2 and Scene. Makers haven’t confirmed. Dhanush’s next films are already in motion.
3 days ago1 min
Regional Cinema
Vijay Sethupathi's Baththa Opens To Glowing Early Reviews
Vijay Sethupathi's Baththa, directed by Balaji Tharaneetharan and produced by Atlee, released worldwide today to enthusiastic social media reviews praising its comedy, music and a breakout child performance.
3 days ago2 min
Box Office
Dorothy Box Office Collection Drops To 83 Lakh On Day 6
Dorothy, directed by Karthik Subbaraj and starring Keerthy Suresh, Rishi and Sananth, collected just 83 lakh on its sixth day in theatres, per Sacnilk, taking its total past 6 crore since its September 25 release.
3 days ago2 min
Breaking Hype
Seeman says Sivakarthikeyan urged him to act silently and let audiences hunt him down
During the Seyon shoot in Chennai, Seeman disclosed that Sivakarthikeyan told him to stop talking, act and let the public look for him, a comment that quickly trended on social media as the politician re‑enters the film world after a string of electoral setbacks.
4 days ago2 min
Regional Cinema
Rajinikanth’s Autobiography May Turn Into Web Series, Daughter Says
Rajinikanth is busy with back‑to‑back releases and is simultaneously writing his autobiography. His daughter Soundarya says the memoir could later become a web series, with Rishikesh possibly portraying him.
4 days ago2 min
Breaking Hype
Karthi’s Films Hit Amazon Prime After Two‑Week Theatrical Run
Karthi’s Sardar 2 will appear on Amazon Prime Video on October 1, just three weeks after its theatrical debut, while Vaa Vaathiyar went online after two weeks, sparking concerns that rapid OTT releases could dent box‑office recovery.
4 days ago2 min
Breaking Hype
Shiva Rajkumar Confirms Expanded Role in Rajinikanth’s Jailer 2
Shiva Rajkumar reveals he enjoys extra screen space in Rajinikanth’s Jailer 2, describing the director’s use of his character as ‘very interesting’ while praising his time with the Thalaivar.
4 days ago2 min
Regional Cinema
Jailer 2’s Certification Clash Pits Rajinikanth Against Director Nelson
Jailer 2, slated for an October 15 release, is caught in a certification standoff as the board demands edits to a violent sequence, sparking a debate between Rajinikanth and director Nelson.
4 days ago2 min
Breaking Hype
Nora Fatehi ignites Jailer 2 with ‘Bindass’ dance single
Nora Fatehi’s new ‘Bindass’ song for Jailer 2 hits the internet, showcasing her signature dance flair. The track arrives as the film eyes a mid‑October theatrical debut and a trailer on Oct 5.
4 days ago2 min
Regional Cinema
Ram's Yezhu Kadal Yezhu Malai Gets NC16 Rating Ahead Of Release
Ram's Yezhu Kadal Yezhu Malai, starring Nivin Pauly, Anjali and Soori, has picked up an NC16 certificate in Singapore over language and violence, ahead of its October 1 worldwide release.
4 days ago2 min
Breaking Hype
Nora Fatehi Lights Up Jailer 2’s Fourth Song Release
Jailer 2’s upcoming fourth single lands at 6 PM, featuring Nora Fatehi’s dance cameo and Anirudh Ravichander’s signature beats, fueling hype ahead of the Oct 15 release of the film.
4 days ago2 min
Box Office
Meesaya Murukku 2 Producers Claim 51 Crore, Trackers Say Half That
Meesaya Murukku 2's team claims the film crossed 51 crore in four days and celebrated with a thank-you event, but Sacnilk-based trackers put its five-day India total at around 22 crore.
4 days ago2 min
Regional Cinema
Keerthy Suresh thanks Karthik Subbaraj, crew after Dorothy release
On 30 September Keerthy Suresh shared a carousel of Dorothy’s set images, thanking director Karthik Subbaraj, legendary composer Ilaiyaraaja, fellow actors Rishikanth and Sananth, and the visual team for a film that stole a piece of her heart.
4 days ago1 min
Breaking Hype
Dorothy Nets Over Five Crore in Five Days, Beats Revolver Rita
The film Dorothy has amassed a net of 5.25 crore after five days, with a 33 percent occupancy average, surpassing the lifetime earnings of Revolver Rita, according to trade data.
4 days ago2 min
Breaking Hype
Karthik Subbaraj’s ‘Dorothy’ Sparks Boycott Wave in Tamil Nadu
Karthik Subbaraj’s latest drama Dorothy, which follows a trans woman’s journey in rural Madurai, has ignited fierce online backlash after a same‑sex kiss, prompting a wider debate on queer representation and caste‑driven violence in Tamil cinema.
4 days ago2 min
OTT Originals
Tamil‑Telugu OTT Line‑up Packs Seven Fresh Releases This Week
Seven new Tamil and Telugu titles drop on streaming platforms this week, featuring Karthi’s sequel Sardar 2, Rajinikanth’s Jailer 2 audio launch, a dating‑app drama, a music‑centric love story and a dubbed Demon Slayer movie, among others.
4 days ago2 min
Box Office
Meesaya Murukku 2 Nears Lifetime Milestone as Malayalam Cop Drama Stays Strong
The Tamil musical sequel Meesaya Murukku 2 has amassed a net 19.35 crore in five days, closing in on Idhayam Murali's lifetime haul, while Malayalam cop drama Pradhama Drishtya Kuttakkar clocks 23.61 crore after 19 days, poised to overtake two fellow releases.
4 days ago2 min
Regional Cinema
Keerthy Suresh’s Emotional Instagram Tribute to ‘Dorothy’
Keerthy Suresh shared an Instagram carousel of ‘Dorothy’ on set, praising Karthik Subbaraj’s vision, Ilaiyaraaja’s score and the camaraderie with Rishikanth, Sananth and cinematographer Tirru.
4 days ago2 min
Breaking Hype
Soori’s Mandaadi Nears 100‑Crore Mark, Beats Dhanush in Tamil Nadu
Soori’s Mandaadi, released on September 10, is now tallying 92.87 crore net domestically and 127.44 crore worldwide. The film has crossed 78 crore in Tamil Nadu, overtaking Dhanush’s Raayan, and is edging toward the coveted 100‑crore club despite fresh competition.
4 days ago2 min
Breaking Hype
Karthik Subbaraj Announces Netflix Film Starring Upendra, Prabhu Deva
Karthik Subbaraj has confirmed his next movie will land on Netflix, featuring veteran Upendra, dance maestro Prabhu Deva and newcomer Atharva. Based on a Puliyattam‑centric novel, the film is already in early production, with more details promised soon.
5 days ago2 min
Box Office
Dorothy Collects Just Rs 5.25 Crore Net In Five Days
Dorothy, Karthik Subbaraj's same-sex love story with Keerthy Suresh, Sananth and Rishikanth, has managed only Rs 5.25 crore net in five days as online backlash over its climax kiss keeps audiences away.
5 days ago2 min