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Rajinikanth’s film with Kamal Haasan to get new director after Sundar C, Cibi Chakravarthi? Fans react to surprise video

Rajinikanth’s film with Kamal Haasan to get new director after Sundar C, Cibi Chakravarthi? Fans react to surprise video

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Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan announced last year in November that they are set to star together in a film tentatively titled Thalaivar 173. It was scheduled for release around Pongal 2027. Sundar C was attached to direct. Merely days after that announcement, Sundar C released a statement saying that has opted out of the film, citing ‘unforeseen and unavoidable circumstances.’ In January, it was announced that director Cibi Chakaravarthi has been roped in to helm the project. There has been speculation that he has even left the project, but no announcement was made. Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan last worked together in Geraftaar, nearly 35 years ago. (HT Photo) Ashwath Marimuthu to direct Thalaivar 173? As uncertainty over the project’s shoot continues, a new update has sparked attention on social media. On Tuesday, the official X account of Kamal Haasan’s Raaj Kamal Films International (RKFI), shared a surprise birthday video for director Ashwath Marimuthu. This video led many fans to believe that the makers have narrowed down to the filmmaker for the much-awaited film. ‘From Imagination to …

Ajith Kumar’s family requests privacy after mother Mohini Mani’s death, last rites to be private: ‘Wish to grieve…’

Ajith Kumar’s family requests privacy after mother Mohini Mani’s death, last rites to be private: ‘Wish to grieve…’

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Tamil star and professional racer Ajith Kumar is grieving the loss of his mother, Mohini Mani, who passed away at the age of 89 in Chennai on Saturday morning. Sharing the heartbreaking news, the family revealed that she died in her sleep after a period of declining health. Ajith Kumar’s mother died on Saturday. In their statement, the family also requested privacy as they mourn her loss, adding that her last rites will be held as a private affair attended only by close family members. Ajith Kumar’s family issues a note After the news of her death surfaced on social media, Ajith Kumar’s family shared an emotional statement, paying tribute to their mother and expressing their grief at her passing. The note was posted on social media. The note titled, “In memorium: Mohini Mani, 1937–2026”, began, “Our mother, Mohini Mani, passed away early this morning, in her sleep, after a period of declining health. She was 89. We are grateful for the care and support provided to her and our family by a number of …

Vijay Sethupathi requests ‘Vaathi’ TN CM Vijay for an OTT platform, to increase ticket prices: ‘Becoming difficult’

Vijay Sethupathi requests ‘Vaathi’ TN CM Vijay for an OTT platform, to increase ticket prices: ‘Becoming difficult’

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Actor Vijay Sethupathi attended the audio launch of Pandiraj’s upcoming film Parimala & Co, starring Jayaram and Urvashi. As he took to the stage, the audience members began chanting ‘Vaathi’ (teacher/master), referring to his Master co-star and current chief minister of Tamil Nadu, Vijay. The actor made two requests to make Kollywood better. Vijay and Vijay Sethupathi starred together in Lokesh Kanagaraj’s 2021 film Master. Vijay Sethupathi’s requests for CM Vijay Sethupathi referred to Kamal Haasan’s recent note, requesting Vijay to launch an OTT platform by the government. He said, “I have an important request for the Honourable Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, Vijay sir. As Kamal sir asked, it would be very good if the Tamil Nadu government started an OTT soon. OTT was such a booming market; it rose and then fell, I don’t know why. It’s creating a lot of confusion in business terms. So, it would be great if you could channel it a little bit.” While Kamal asked Vijay to give permission for five shows per day to boost theatre …

Kamal Haasan condemns Combaitore minor girl murder, Pa Ranjith urges Tamil Nadu CM Vijay to take urgent measures

Kamal Haasan condemns Combaitore minor girl murder, Pa Ranjith urges Tamil Nadu CM Vijay to take urgent measures

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A 10-year-old girl was sexually assaulted and brutally killed in Coimbatore, leading to shock and outrage across Tamil Nadu, and Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay on Saturday promised strict action following opposition uproar. A 33-year old man, who allegedly committed sexual assault has been arrested under POCSO and for other offences including murder and his accomplice has been nabbed for criminal conspiracy, police said. Kamal Haasan and Pa Ranjith have reacted to the gruesome tragedy that has sent shockwaves in Tamil Nadu. What Kamal Haasan said Actor Kamal Haasan has condemned the incident. Taking to his X account, he wrote, “The incident of a 10-year-old girl being sexually assaulted and murdered near Sulur is heart-wrenching. The perpetrators must be brought to justice through a fast-track court and awarded the maximum punishment. The family, shattered by grief, thinking of the cruelty inflicted on their little one, must be provided with appropriate compensation. Crimes against children and women must be crushed with an iron fist.” Meanwhile, filmmaker Pa Ranjith tagged Tamil Nadu CM Vijay with a special …

Kamal Haasan explains why we must conserve energy amid West Asia conflict: ‘Shastri ji asked citizens to skip one meal’

Kamal Haasan explains why we must conserve energy amid West Asia conflict: ‘Shastri ji asked citizens to skip one meal’

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Tamil star and Rajya Sabha MP Kamal Haasan made a video on Friday explaining why it was important to conserve energy in India amid the West Asia conflict between the US-Israel and Iran. Talking about the sacrifices India made in the 1960s, the actor-politician noted that PM Narendra Modi’s directive was comparatively feasible. Kamal Haasan urged Indian citizens to do their bit for the nation. (AFP) Kamal Haasan urges Indians to conserve energy Kamal posted a video on his Instagram on Friday, captioning it, “India has overcome wars, shortages, and global crises before – through unity and shared sacrifice. This moment calls for the same national spirit again.” He began his video by stating that he was deeply concerned amid the conflict, saying, “Today, I speak to you as an Indian deeply concerned by the impact of the Iran war. Oil prices are rising, sea trade routes are blocked, the energy that powers our kitchen and homes, fertilises and nourishes our fields and crops, fuel that drives our industries and vehicles, all have gotten more …

Kamal Haasan flies economy class over chartered flight, Kalki 2898 AD makers say: ‘First step towards greater things’

Kamal Haasan flies economy class over chartered flight, Kalki 2898 AD makers say: ‘First step towards greater things’

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Actor Kamal Haasan has resumed shooting for Nag Ashwin’s Kalki 2898 AD sequel. The veteran actor ditched luxury travel to fly economy class, a gesture that has now earned him praise from the makers, Vyjayanthi Movies. (Also read: ‘We need to give Vijay 6 months time’: Kamal Haasan says it is too early to judge Tamil Nadu CM and his administration) Kamal Haasan was seen flying economy class for the shoot of Kalki 2898 AD 2. Kamal flies economy class Vyjayanthi Movies took to their X account and shared a picture of Kamal Haasan inside the flight, sitting in ecomomy class. He was seen scrolling his phone on his seat. In the caption, the makers mentioned, “Mr. @ikamalhaasan choosing to let go of private charters and luxury travel to take an economy flight and head straight to the shoot sets, at a time when the industry is navigating tough realities, this says everything about the legend he is. A first step towards greater things to happen in cinema.” Nag Ashwin’s 2024 sci-fi film Kalki 2898 …

CM Vijay’s appointment of Rajmohan as Film Minister divides Tamil film industry: ‘Not demeaning but…’ | Tamil News

CM Vijay’s appointment of Rajmohan as Film Minister divides Tamil film industry: ‘Not demeaning but…’ | Tamil News

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A week into taking oath as the new chief minister of Tamil Nadu following his historic win in the State Assembly Elections, C Joseph Vijay has jumped into governance. While assigning portfolios to members of his party Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), he handed out his home turf of Film Technology and Cinematograph Act to actor-filmmaker Rajmohan, the propaganda secretary of the party. Rajmohan has also been assigned the portfolios of School Education and Tamil Development and Information. Actor-producer Vishal took to his X handle on Sunday and called out the issues with the appointment. “Happy to see #CMJosephVijay allocating ministries to respective elected MLAs but it’s disheartening to see honorable minister #Rajmohan to be in charge as minister of Film Technology and Cinematograph Act,” he wrote. “How would I or we as a body or as an association render our requests or grievances of our film industry which is actually bleeding and so many reforms to be made and give a ray of hope for the fraternity especially producers /production houses to someone who has …

‘We need to give Vijay 6 months time’: Kamal Haasan says it is too early to judge Tamil Nadu CM and his administration

‘We need to give Vijay 6 months time’: Kamal Haasan says it is too early to judge Tamil Nadu CM and his administration

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C. Joseph Vijay was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu on Sunday (May 10), ending days of suspense over the formation of the Tamil Nadu government. Kollywood stars might have their ideological and political differences, but it seems like they’re rallying behind Vijay as the new Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. Actor Kamal Haasan has now said that it is too early to judge a new government, and Vijay should be given six months before assessing his work. (Also read: Kamal Haasan meets Tamil Nadu CM Vijay, submits 6 demands on the need for support for Tamil film industry) Kamal Haasan shared a picture with Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay. What Kamal said about Tamil Nadu CM Vijay The actor, who is also the chief of Makkal Needhi Maiyam (MNM), addressed reporters on Sunday, and said in Tamil, “What can be said in two days would only be things related to astrology. The same applies to six days, and even to fifteen days. That’s why we need to give him …

Inside Kamal Haasan’s 6 demands to TN CM Vijay: From ending a 4% tax to state-owned OTT platform | Tamil News

Inside Kamal Haasan’s 6 demands to TN CM Vijay: From ending a 4% tax to state-owned OTT platform | Tamil News

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3 min readChennaiMay 17, 2026 02:43 PM IST Actor-turned-politician Kamal Haasan met Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay and submitted a memorandum to him with six demands for the Tamil film industry, including to launch a state-owned OTT platform. Haasan’s party, the Makkal Needhi Maiam (MNM), an ally of the DMK, did not contest the April, 23, 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. In a post on ‘X’, the MNM leader explained in detail the list of demands he had submitted to the CM during his meeting on late Saturday. “I request the Tamil Nadu government to launch a state-owned OTT platform where Tamil audiences could access Tamil cinema, independent film and documentaries at affordable and subsidised rates,” he said. In his second demand, he said, in view of rising production, distribution, and theatre operating costs, “I request the abolition of local body entertainment tax levied at 4 per cent. This will greatly help the Tamil film industry”. My two requests: https://t.co/rP4bIo4Hzi pic.twitter.com/u6ywdmd5S1 — Kamal Haasan (@ikamalhaasan) May 16, 2026 மாண்புமிகு தமிழ்நாடு முதலமைச்சர், தம்பி விஜய் …

Have you heard? Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone’s King to be one of India’s costliest films

Have you heard? Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone’s King to be one of India’s costliest films

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King-sized budget of Rs 350 cr Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone’s upcoming action thriller King is shaping up to be one of the most expensive Indian films ever mounted, with reports claiming that the Siddharth Anand directorial venture carries a budget of nearly Rs 350 crore, excluding print and publicity costs. The film, which also marks Suhana Khan’s big-screen debut, was initially envisioned as a smaller action thriller, with Sujoy Ghosh directing and Shah Rukh making an extended cameo. However, the project reportedly ballooned after Siddharth came on board. According to a BollywoodHungama report, SRK gave the director a free hand. King is slated to release in 2026. Deepika Padukone (right) Suhana Khan Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link