Political bigwigs, film celebs queue up to vote as world's largest polls begin

16.63 crore people across 21 states and Union territories vote on Friday, April 19, 2024, in the first of the seven phases, kicking off the world’s largest democratic exercise that will span......

Numbers Don't Add Up For BJP In Tamil Nadu

Indications are that the DMK combine will win more seats than the AIADMK and BJP, but is facing a tough fight in about half a dozen from the rest, predicts N Sathiya Moorthy of the electoral......

Will Modi's TN Over-Exposure Boomerang On BJP?

There is an impression within the Tamil Nadu BJP -- although no one is airing it -- that over-exposure for Narendra Modi may work against party candidates as they have triggered a near-continuous......

Poll Schedule Works Against First Phase Contestants

Constituencies that are going to the polls in the first phase, slated for April 19, have just 19 days for campaigning. Contrast that with those going to polls in the 7th phase, notes N Sathiya......

Nanpakal Nerathu Mayakkam Review: The Man Who Woke Up Different

As good as Mammootty is playing Sundaram, we see this facet of his performance through two lenses: That of Sundaram being an offset to whatever we know about James, and that of Mammootty doing......

Review Chennai 600028 II: Second Innings is a laugh riot

This refreshingly hilarious film should not be missed, says S Saraswathi. The 2007-released sports comedy Chennai 600028 was one of director Venkat Prabhu’s biggest hits. Since then, he has......

Review: Dharmadurai is an enjoyable family drama

An engaging screenplay, stunning music, wonderful performances and the perfect rural ambiance make Dharmaduraia fun watch. Director Seenu Ramasamy and Vijay Sethupathi first teamed up for the......