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Review: Inimey Ippadithaan is monotonous

Review: Inimey Ippadithaan is monotonous

Rediff.com15 Jun 2015

Inimey Ippadithaan is a poorly-written, uninspiring romantic comedy that revolves around a young man's quest to find the perfect bride.

How to master the art of breathing

How to master the art of breathing

Rediff.com12 Jun 2015

Simple breathing exercises to help you reduce stress

Review: Romeo Juliet is too predictable

Review: Romeo Juliet is too predictable

Rediff.com12 Jun 2015

Director Lakshman pitches love against money in Romeo Juliet and there are no prizes for guessing which one wins, writes S Saraswathi.

Citizens swarm Chennai's beaches for Operation Cleanup

Citizens swarm Chennai's beaches for Operation Cleanup

Rediff.com8 Jun 2015

Over 5,000 volunteers from 120 corporates, NGOs, schools, colleges, running groups, social organisations and individuals participated in the massive Chennai Coastal Cleanup drive held on June 7 morning. S Saraswathi reports.

Review: Kaaka Muttai is brilliant

Review: Kaaka Muttai is brilliant

Rediff.com5 Jun 2015

Kaaka Muttai is a delightful entertainer with a subtle message, writes S Saraswathi.

'Working in Dheepan evolved me as an artist'

'Working in Dheepan evolved me as an artist'

Rediff.com4 Jun 2015

Chennai-based theatre artist Kalieaswari Srinivasan opens up on what it means to be part of a Jacques Audiard film, and her Cannes experience.

'How can dissent on government's policy be seen as spreading hatred?'

'How can dissent on government's policy be seen as spreading hatred?'

Rediff.com1 Jun 2015

The Ambedkar-Periyar Study Circle explains their side of the story which saw the IIT-Madras student body being de-recognized for violation of code of conduct and misuse of privileges.

'The standing ovation Dheepan got in Cannes truly moved me'

'The standing ovation Dheepan got in Cannes truly moved me'

Rediff.com29 May 2015

'We may have played a small part, but being a part of the film that has won the prestigious award Palme d'Or is definitely a great honour.' Suresh Balaje and George Pius, who own the Wide Angle Creations, were the line producers on the French film Dheepan that won the top prize at the Cannes International Film Festival.

Review: Massu Engira Masilamani entertains

Review: Massu Engira Masilamani entertains

Rediff.com29 May 2015

Massu Engira Masilamani is yet another trademark Venkat Prabhu entertainer.

'Discussion about death penalty is happening worldwide'

'Discussion about death penalty is happening worldwide'

Rediff.com26 May 2015

National award-winning director S P Jananathan talks about his new film Purampokku Engira Podhuvudamai.

PHOTOS: Chennai erupts in celebrations as Amma returns to power

PHOTOS: Chennai erupts in celebrations as Amma returns to power

Rediff.com23 May 2015

Freshly packed ladoos were distributed by exuberant party workers to everyone on the road, and even to commuters on the bus, auto and bikes.

Review: Demonte Colony is a gripping tale of horror

Review: Demonte Colony is a gripping tale of horror

Rediff.com22 May 2015

Demonte Colony is a crisply written, well executed horror thriller that will keep you glued to the screen.

'Jyothika's personal life had no bearing on 36 Vayadhinile'

'Jyothika's personal life had no bearing on 36 Vayadhinile'

Rediff.com19 May 2015

'Before we started shooting 36 Vayadhinile, I watched Jyothika's previous films. I told her that I did not want the old Jyothika. I wanted to present a completely new Jyothika.' Director Rosshan Andrrews discusses his well-reviewed film.

Review: 36 Vayadhinile is Jyothika's show all the way

Review: 36 Vayadhinile is Jyothika's show all the way

Rediff.com15 May 2015

A simple yet effective script, well executed by the director, coupled with some enjoyable music, and the wonderful performance of Jyothika definitely make 36 Vayadhinile worth a watch.

Don't miss! Exciting Tamil releases this weekend

Don't miss! Exciting Tamil releases this weekend

Rediff.com14 May 2015

Popular actor Jyothika makes a comeback to the silver screen with 36 Vayadhinile.

The many, many, MANY controversies of Kamal Haasan

The many, many, MANY controversies of Kamal Haasan

Rediff.com7 May 2015

Kamal Haasan's list of controversies is as long as his impressive filmography.

Why Tamil audience loves their dose of dubbed Hindi serials

Why Tamil audience loves their dose of dubbed Hindi serials

Rediff.com6 May 2015

With more and more TV channels preferring to air dubbed serials, the Tamil serial industry is slowly going out of business.

Review: Vai Raja Vai is a let down

Review: Vai Raja Vai is a let down

Rediff.com1 May 2015

Despite a good storyline, young enthusiastic cast and an impressive technical crew, the film barely manages to hold your attention, writes S Saraswathi

Uttama Villain release postponed

Uttama Villain release postponed

Rediff.com1 May 2015

Film reviewer S Saraswathi was disappointed as the screenings of Kamal Haasan's Uttama Villain were cancelled at the last minute due to some financial problems between the producers and financiers.

'I had never been on a film set before'

'I had never been on a film set before'

Rediff.com28 Apr 2015

Former Indian Censor Board chief Leela Samson talks about her acting debut.

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