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2 weeks ago

Tamil cinema in 2024: Where biggies failed to deliver and smaller films took centre stage

With the curtains drawing on 2024, Tamil cinema had its most tumultuous run post-pandemic this year. But none of these films could match the disappointment the two most-awaited biggies gave this year: director Shankar and Kamal Haasan’s Indian 2 and director Siva and Suriya’s Kanguva. Suresh Mari’s J Baby — starring the veteran Urvashi in arguably the best performance by …

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3 weeks, 6 days ago

Trisha Krishnan reunites with first co-star Suriya after nearly 2 decades for RJ Balaji film

Hindustan Times

After weeks of speculation it’s official that Trisha Krishnan has been roped in to star in RJ Balaji’s upcoming film with Suriya. Suriya and RJ Balaji celebrated Trisha Krishnan completing 22 years of her career on the sets of their film. Balaji congratulated Trisha on completing 22 years in cinema, writing on X, “Congratulations on 22 glorious years, @trishtrashers And …

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‘Suriya 45’: Trisha joins the cast of Suriya’s next movie with RJ Balaji

The Hindu

Actor Trisha Krishnan will feature alongside South star Suriya's next movie, the makers have announced. Suriya and Trisha also worked on the 2002 film Mounam Pesiyadhe and were part of the ensemble cast of Mani Ratnam's 2004 film Aayutha Ezhuthu. Suriya last starred in Kanguva, the period fantasy adventure film directed by Siva. Her upcoming movies include Identity with Tovino …

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1 month ago

Aasai Koodai composer Sai Abhyankkar to score music for Suriya-RJ Balaji film

India Today

Young music sensation Sai Abhyankkar, who rose to fame with his two independent songs, Katchi Sera and Aasai Kooda, has been repored in to compose music for actor Suriya's upcoming film, which will be directed by actor RJ Balaji. Director-actor RJ Balaji welcomed Sai onboard and wrote, "Happy and excited to welcome the young sensation @SaiAbhyankkar onboard for #Suriya45." Sai …

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1 month, 1 week ago

Sorgavaasal movie review: RJ Balaji’s crime drama is earnest, but doesn't hit the right notes

Hindustan Times

Sorgavaasal movie review: It was in November 1999 that hundreds of prisoners went on a rampage in the Chennai Central Prison, which caused the death of 10 people and 140 sustained injuries. Sorgavaasal movie review: RJ Balaji's prison drama is half-baked What's the film about? As Parthi struggles to prove his innocence, he gets embroiled in this dark world of …

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1 month, 1 week ago

‘Sorgavaasal’ movie review: RJ Balaji’s ambitious crime drama withers in effect

The Hindu

In the latest RJ Balaji-starrer Sorgavaasal, an analogy likening a prison to hell reminded me of a popular quote: “The degree of civilization in a society can be judged by entering its prisons.” Debutant director Sidharth Vishwanath’s meticulously written and assembled crime drama wishes to be a clinical exploration of the existential, moral and social conditions this quote speaks of. …

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1 month, 1 week ago

Sorgavaasal review: RJ Balaji's prison drama falls short of brilliance

India Today

Over the years, actor-director RJ Balaji established himself as a creator with a defined vision. Director Sidharth Vishwanath's Sorgavaasal is one such film that highlights the 1999 riots and presents a gripping prison-break drama. Shanmugam, an IAS officer who frequents Parthiban's food cart, helps him secure a loan to open a hotel in his locality. Director Sidharth Vishwanath's Sorgavaasal is …

Prison Balaji Rj Balaji Parthiban Selvaraghavan Kattabomman Siga

1 month, 2 weeks ago

Watch: Actor Suriya's film with RJ Balaji begins with puja ceremony

India Today

Tamil actor Suriya was seen at the Sri Masaniamman Temple in Pollachi, Tamil Nadu, to attend the puja ceremony for his upcoming film with director RJ Balaji, tentatively titled Suriya 45. Watch: Suriya arrives at Sri Masaniamman Temple for the puja ceremony The first schedule of the shoot for the film will take place in Coimbatore from November 28, 2024. …

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Suriya to pair up with Trisha Krishnan in RJ Balaji’s directorial, tentatively titled Suriya 45

Hindustan Times

The latest news from sources in Kollywood is that Trisha Krishnan has been signed on for Suriya’s upcoming project with director-writer-actor RJ Balaji! About Suriya and Trisha's next According to sources in the film industry, Trisha has been signed on and the movie is set to start by the end of November or early December. He narrated how an assistant …

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

RJ Balaji talks about Nayanthara-Dhanush spat over Netflix documentary: ‘Audience is entertained’

Hindustan Times

Filmmaker-actor RJ Balaji attended a ‘fan festival’ hosted by Galatta on Sunday in Chennai. Given that he previously worked with Nayanthara and Dhanush, he was asked about their ongoing spat over the Netflix documentary Nayanthara: Beyond The Fairytale. ‘The audience seems entertained’ Balaji worked with Nayanthara in Naanum Rowdy Dhaan and Muukuthi Amman. She criticised him for not letting her …

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Actor RJ Balaji reacts to Nayanthara vs Dhanush row: Audience getting entertained

India Today

Tamil actor and filmmaker Balaji Patturaj, popularly known as RJ Balaji, reacted to the whole Nayanthara vs Dhanush case that erupted into a controversy last weekend. During his appearance on a show, the RJ, actor, TV presenter and director recalled working with Nayanthara and Dhanush on the 2015 film Naanum Rowdy Dhaan. RJ Balaji called both Nayanthara and Dhanush 'mature' …

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3 months, 3 weeks ago

Sundar C to direct ‘Mookuthi Amman 2’ starring Nayanthara

The Hindu

Sundar C will direct Mookuthi Amman 2, starring Nayanthara in the lead. The makers said in a statement that the film will differ from the premise of Mookuthi Amman Part 1, directed by RJ Balaji and N J Saravanan. As per reports, RJ Balaji is teaming up with Trisha for a film titled Maasani Amman. Starring Tammannaah Bhatia, Raashi Khanna, …

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11 months, 2 weeks ago

‘Singapore Saloon’ movie review: RJ Balaji’s partly funny drama suffers from identity crisis

The Hindu

The concept of having an intermission divides our films into two halves, and compared to our Hollywood counterparts, such a style of movie viewing experience comes with its own pros and cons for the makers. While amalgamating both halves into a seamless watch is supposed to be a prerequisite, it’s films like Singapore Saloon that leave you scratching your head …

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11 months, 2 weeks ago

Director Gokul on ‘Singapore Saloon,’ and his experience working with RJ Balaji and a slew of veteran actors

The Hindu

After an alcoholic in Idharkuthane Aasaipattai Balakumara, a con artist in Kashmora and a comical gangster in Junga, director Gokul is back, and this time, his protagonist is in a much more mainstream profession. That’s something the film talks about in my style.” Given how each of your films is in a different genre, what defines your style? I can’t …

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1 year, 11 months ago

‘Run Baby Run’ movie review: RJ Balaji dons a new avatar in this could-have-been-better suspense thriller

The Hindu

An ordinary man trapped in an extraordinary situation. Jiyen Krishnakumar’s Run Baby Run, starring RJ Balaji, expands this one-line so effectively in its first half. Jiyen doesn’t get tempted to give Balaji a one-liner, which would have killed the mood of the film. Run Baby Run Direction: Jiyen Krishnakumar Cast: RJ Balaji, Aishwarya Rajesh, Radhika Sarathkumar, Isha Talwar, and more …

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1 year, 11 months ago

Run Baby Run review: RJ Balaji delivers an effective thriller with good twists

Hindustan Times

Actor-filmmaker RJ Balaji, who has quietly charted his own path with films with a good dose of comedy, steps out of his comfort zone to attempt a new genre in Run Baby Run. What really makes Run Baby Run unique is that it’s not a hero-driven thriller where he’s doing all the heavy lifting and solving the mystery single-handedly. Run …

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2 years, 6 months ago

'Veetla Vishesham' Adaptation Of 'Badhaai Ho' Will Be A Wholesome Family Entertainer, Assures Actor RJ Balaji

ABP News

Chennai: 'Veetla Vishesham', the Tamil remake of the Hindi superhit film 'Badhaai Ho', will be more an adaptation than a remake of the original, one of its directors RJ Balaji, who has also acted in the film, has said. Balaji, who has not only acted in the film but has also directed the film along with N J Saravanan, says, …

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3 years, 5 months ago

Badhaai Ho's Tamil remake titled Veetla Visheshnga, will star RJ Balaji, Sathyaraj and Urvashi

Hindustan Times

The Tamil remake of Ayushmann Khuranna starrer Badhaai Ho, which will be bankrolled by Boney Kapoor, has been titled Veetla Visheshnga. In Badhaai Ho's Tamil remake, while Balaji will slip into Ayushmann Khurrana's role, Sathyaraj and Urvashi will be seen in Gajraj Rao and Neena Gupta's roles. As per a leading daily, the team has finalized the title as Veetla …

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3 years, 8 months ago

'Humanity at its Best': Coimbatore Woman Earns Praise for Giving Away Free Biryanis amid Covid-19

News 18

Living true to Genevan philosopher Jean-Jacques Rousseau’s words – “What wisdom can you find that is greater than kindness”, a roadside biryani seller in Coimbatore is asking people to take food for free if they are hungry. Spread love and humanity ❤️ to all a small step from our side will leads a massive change…😌— Praveen Kumar Ramesh April 15, …

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3 years, 9 months ago

Spotify Announces New Podcast Series Including 4 Originals and An Exclusive for Indian Listeners

News 18

Spotify has announced the release of new podcasts series that includes four Originals and one exclusive podcast partnership, specifically tailored for Indian listeners. The Originals include Tamil talk show The RJ Balaji Podcast, Hindi comedy podcast Andar Ki Baat by Amit Tandon, psychological horror show Darr Ka Raaz with Dr Phobia and true crime series Crime Kahaniyan. The company has …

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4 years, 1 month ago

Vignesh Shivan wishes girlfriend Nayanthara happy birthday with dreamy pics

India Today

Nayanthara, who is fondly called Lady Superstar by fans, is celebrating her 36th birthday today. Her boyfriend Vignesh Shivan took to Instagram to wish her a happy birthday by sharing two dreamy pictures. VIGNESH SHIVAN'S WISH FOR NAYANTHARA Vignesh Shivan and Nayanthara are one of the most adorable couples in Kollywood. Sharing the photos, Vignesh Shivan wrote, "Happy birthday to …

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4 years, 1 month ago

‘Mookuthi Amman’ movie review: A superb Urvashi and Nayanthara in a somewhat middling dramedy

The Hindu

Barring the traditional battle of Good versus Evil template, what gave an edge to the Amman subgenre of the ‘90s was the OTT entry of Amman. When Mookuthi Amman appears before Engels Ramaswamy, he isn’t willing to suspend his disbelief. Perhaps that’s how a man would react if Amman, well, looks like Nayanthara. Later on, when Engles’ family welcomes her …

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4 years, 2 months ago

Mookuthi Amman trailer is here, Nayanthara and RJ Balaji take potshots at religious politics

India Today

On the occasion of Vijayadasami, RJ Balaji and Mahesh Babu released the Tamil and Telugu trailers of Nayanthara's Mookuthi Amman. Sharing the trailer link on social media, Mahesh Babu wished RJ Balaji and Nayanthara on the film's release. Here's the post: Happy to release the trailer of @RJ_Balaji’s directorial debut #AmmoruThalli starring himself and Nayanthara, releasing this Diwali Wishing him …

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4 years, 2 months ago

Disney+Hotstar new Tamil films and web series. Full list here

India Today

Disney+ Hotstar on Friday announced the releases of five Tamil projects. From Nayanthara's Mookuthi Amman to Tamannaah's November Story, the platform will see the releases of Tamil films and web series. LIST OF FILMS AND WEB SERIES' TO RELEASE ON DISNEY+ HOTSTAR: 1) Mookuthi Amman Nayanthara's Mookuthi Amman, directed by RJ Balaji and NJ Saravanan will directly stream on the …

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Tamil cinema in 2024: Where biggies failed to deliver and smaller films took centre stage

Trisha Krishnan reunites with first co-star Suriya after nearly 2 decades for RJ Balaji film

‘Suriya 45’: Trisha joins the cast of Suriya’s next movie with RJ Balaji

Aasai Koodai composer Sai Abhyankkar to score music for Suriya-RJ Balaji film

Sorgavaasal movie review: RJ Balaji’s crime drama is earnest, but doesn't hit the right notes

‘Sorgavaasal’ movie review: RJ Balaji’s ambitious crime drama withers in effect

Sorgavaasal review: RJ Balaji's prison drama falls short of brilliance

Watch: Actor Suriya's film with RJ Balaji begins with puja ceremony

Suriya to pair up with Trisha Krishnan in RJ Balaji’s directorial, tentatively titled Suriya 45

RJ Balaji talks about Nayanthara-Dhanush spat over Netflix documentary: ‘Audience is entertained’

Actor RJ Balaji reacts to Nayanthara vs Dhanush row: Audience getting entertained

Sundar C to direct ‘Mookuthi Amman 2’ starring Nayanthara

‘Singapore Saloon’ movie review: RJ Balaji’s partly funny drama suffers from identity crisis

Director Gokul on ‘Singapore Saloon,’ and his experience working with RJ Balaji and a slew of veteran actors

‘Run Baby Run’ movie review: RJ Balaji dons a new avatar in this could-have-been-better suspense thriller

Run Baby Run review: RJ Balaji delivers an effective thriller with good twists

'Veetla Vishesham' Adaptation Of 'Badhaai Ho' Will Be A Wholesome Family Entertainer, Assures Actor RJ Balaji

Badhaai Ho's Tamil remake titled Veetla Visheshnga, will star RJ Balaji, Sathyaraj and Urvashi

'Humanity at its Best': Coimbatore Woman Earns Praise for Giving Away Free Biryanis amid Covid-19

Spotify Announces New Podcast Series Including 4 Originals and An Exclusive for Indian Listeners

Vignesh Shivan wishes girlfriend Nayanthara happy birthday with dreamy pics

‘Mookuthi Amman’ movie review: A superb Urvashi and Nayanthara in a somewhat middling dramedy

Mookuthi Amman trailer is here, Nayanthara and RJ Balaji take potshots at religious politics

Disney+Hotstar new Tamil films and web series. Full list here