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CM Vijay finally explains why he keeps wearing black-and-white suits | Tamil News

CM Vijay finally explains why he keeps wearing black-and-white suits | Tamil News

3 min readNew DelhiJun 1, 2026 08:03 PM IST When actor-turned-politician Vijay took oath as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, one detail caught the attention of many observers—his choice of attire. Instead of the traditional white shirt and veshti often associated with Tamil Nadu politics, Vijay appeared in a black-and-white suit. In the weeks that followed, he continued wearing similar suits during official meetings, public appearances, and government events, turning the black-and-white ensemble into something of a signature look. The choice sparked discussions online and even made headlines. Now, Vijay has finally responded to the chatter. ‘Are we not allowed to wear coat?’ On Monday, the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief addressed the topic during his first mega public thanksgiving rally in Tiruchirappalli. After thanking supporters and taking aim at political rivals, Vijay also spoke about the attention his attire has received. #WATCH | “ஏன் நம்ம கோட் சூட் எல்லாம் போடக் கூடாதா?” திருச்சியில் முதலமைச்சர் விஜய் பேச்சு#SunNews | #TVKVijay | #Trichy pic.twitter.com/27QCiWxJx9 — Sun News (@sunnewstamil) June 1, 2026 Addressing the crowd, he said, “Are we …

APJ Abdul Kalam’s impossible challenge made Vivek plant 33 lakh trees; his target was 1 cr | Tamil News

APJ Abdul Kalam’s impossible challenge made Vivek plant 33 lakh trees; his target was 1 cr | Tamil News

We all remember actor Vivek from films like Sivaji and Bigil. With his impeccable comic timing, expressive performances, and socially conscious humour, he made millions laugh. But beyond cinema, Vivek dedicated a significant part of his life to a cause that would outlive him—planting trees. The journey began in 2010 when former President of India, APJ Abdul Kalam, threw him a challenge. Impressed by Vivek’s socially relevant comedy, Kalam urged the actor to use his popularity for a larger purpose: plant 1 crore trees. What seemed like an impossible task to many became a personal mission for Vivek. When Vivek passed away in 2021 following a massive cardiac arrest, his close friend K Abdul Ghani recalled the conversation that changed the actor’s life forever. Speaking to The Times of India, Ghani said, “I remember the meeting with Dr Kalam. He told actor Vivek about watching his comedies, which were socially relevant. He then asked the latter why he didn’t consider taking up a social initiative like planting trees. And that inspired Vivek to start the …

Actor Ajith’s mother dies at 89; CM Vijay, Kamal Haasan pay tribute | Tamil News

Actor Ajith’s mother dies at 89; CM Vijay, Kamal Haasan pay tribute | Tamil News

Tamil actor Ajith Kumar’s mother, Mohini, passed away on Saturday at the age of 85. According to reports, she had been battling age-related health issues for some time and breathed her last at a private hospital in Chennai. She was residing in the Palavakkam area of the city. The news of her demise has left the Tamil film industry and Ajith’s fans deeply saddened. As per reports, Ajith Kumar was in Dubai when he received the news and immediately rushed back to Chennai to be with his family. Ajith Kumar’s brother Anil Kumar shared an official statement on his X handle. The statement read: “In memorium: Mohini Mani, 1937–2026. 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 medical professionals these last few years. We are comforted, even in this time of grief, that she lived a long life and could be counted among the …

Amid Jana Nayagan row, Tamil Nadu CM Vijay meets PM Narendra Modi in Delhi | Tamil News

Amid Jana Nayagan row, Tamil Nadu CM Vijay meets PM Narendra Modi in Delhi | Tamil News

This was Vijay’s maiden visit to Delhi since he was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. As per a report in PTI, they discussed Mekedatu dam project, the invocation song ‘Tamil Thaai Vaazhthu’ and the release of Tamil Nadu fishermen and their vessels. Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, Thiru @actorvijay met Prime Minister @narendramodi today.@CMOTamilnadu pic.twitter.com/xwE8THhDEV — PMO India (@PMOIndia) May 27, 2026 BREAKING: Tamil Nadu CM Vijay arrives at Tamil Nadu House, in Delhi, after meeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi. pic.twitter.com/1LuPRrbW9o — Actor Vijay Team (@ActorVijayTeam) May 27, 2026 The photographs from the meeting showed the two leaders smiling and engaged in conversation. Jana Nayagan yet to receive censor certificate Vijay is now the CM of Tamil Nadu but months before his party won the state ekection, the actor was looking forward to the release of his film Jana Nayagan, which was scheduled for a release in January 2026 but it ran into trouble after it failed to secure its censor certificate. The objections from the examining committee reportedly led to …

Ravi Mohan made wife Aarti blush, said he was a ‘rugged romantic’ before marriage turned bitter | Tamil News

Ravi Mohan made wife Aarti blush, said he was a ‘rugged romantic’ before marriage turned bitter | Tamil News

Ravi Mohan and Aarti have been making headlines due to their ugly divorce battle. However, there was once a time when the two attended events as a couple deeply in love, often flirting openly and making each other blush. The two reportedly met through a mutual friend years ago. Aarti is the daughter of television producer Sujatha Vijaykumar. Ravi Mohan and Aarti quietly began dating and kept their relationship away from the public eye in the early days. The actor would often sneak out of his house just to meet the love of his life. In 2009, the couple tied the knot in a grand and highly publicised ceremony. They are parents to two sons, Aarav and Ayaan. About three years ago, the couple attended an event hosted by Galatta Tamil, where they candidly spoke about their love story and married life while answering several fun questions. When Ravi Mohan-Aarti spoke about their love and marriage During a couple interview with Galatta Ritz, Ravi Mohan and Aarti were seen constantly flirting with each other. When …

Ravi Mohan announces acting break after Keneeshaa Francis quits Instagram: ‘I have tolerated enough’ | Tamil News

Ravi Mohan announces acting break after Keneeshaa Francis quits Instagram: ‘I have tolerated enough’ | Tamil News

4 min readNew DelhiUpdated: May 16, 2026 03:41 PM IST Ravi Mohan, who was linked to spiritual therapist Keneeshaa Francis, has now said that he would be taking a break from acting until his divorce is finalised. Ravi held a press conference on Saturday and was seen fighting back tears as he emotionally spoke about his children. This comes a day after Keneeshaa Francis quit Instagram after facing massive trolling. Ravi spoke about the pain he has endured over the past few months, especially after people began questioning his love for his sons. ‘Don’t question my love for my children’ Fighting back tears, Ravi said, “I didn’t speak for fourteen years. I have tolerated enough. I haven’t seen my sons for so long, and now people are questioning my love for them. I have been paying Rs 50 lakh towards my sons’ school fees so they can have a good life. Don’t question my love for my children.” Recalling his bond with his younger son, the actor added, “Every night, I used to play chess …

Ravi Mohan’s rumoured partner Keneeshaa quits Instagram after online hate: ‘I release him with love’ | Tamil News

Ravi Mohan’s rumoured partner Keneeshaa quits Instagram after online hate: ‘I release him with love’ | Tamil News

Keneeshaa Francis has announced that she is “releasing” actor Ravi Mohan “with peace, with love, and with complete detachment,” while also revealing that she is stepping away from social media following intense online bullying and criticism. Keneeshaa came into the spotlight after Ravi Mohan publicly announced his separation from his wife. The separation soon turned controversial after his wife claimed she had not even been informed about the decision beforehand. Later, Ravi accused her of subjecting him to mental torture. Amid the controversy, the actor was frequently spotted with Keneeshaa, who was reportedly his counsellor and is also a musician. The two even attended a wedding together, after which social media criticism against Keneeshaa intensified. Just three days ago, Keneeshaa had shared a video of her performance at the Meenkulathi Bagavathi Temple, where Ravi Mohan could be seen cheering for her from a distance before hugging her warmly. However, on Friday, she took to Instagram with an emotional note, saying she had tried to protect “a human being the world had already decided a story …

All shows of Karuppu cancelled today; makers issue legal notice over screenings in North India | Tamil News

All shows of Karuppu cancelled today; makers issue legal notice over screenings in North India | Tamil News

3 min readNew DelhiUpdated: May 14, 2026 10:37 PM IST Suriya and Trisha Krishnan starrer Karuppu was all set to hit theatres today, with special early morning shows scheduled to begin at 9 am following permission from newly elected Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay Joseph. However, things did not go as planned, as all shows for the day were cancelled. Reports suggest that the sudden cancellation stemmed from a dispute between Dream Warrior Pictures and the Tamil Nadu Theatre Owners and Exhibitors’ Association over alleged unpaid dues amounting to Rs 10 crore. ‘They should be banned from producing films’, say angry fans On Thursday evening, Ram Muthuram Cinemas issued a public apology to disappointed fans through its official X handle. The statement read, “We are extremely sorry for posting this tweet. All shows of Karuppu at Ram Cinemas (Today, May 14, 2026) have been cancelled. Online tickets will be refunded directly to your account. For counter tickets, kindly collect your refund from our box office at the earliest.” We are extremely sorry for posting this …

Vijay consoles emotional Jiiva as he breaks down after father RB Choudary’s death | Tamil News

Vijay consoles emotional Jiiva as he breaks down after father RB Choudary’s death | Tamil News

3 min readNew DelhiUpdated: May 7, 2026 10:04 AM IST An emotional video of actor-politician Vijay consoling actor Jiiva at the funeral of veteran producer RB Choudary has gone viral across social media platforms, leaving fans and members of the film industry deeply moved. The heartbreaking moment comes just days after Vijay celebrated a massive political victory, only for tragedy to strike the Tamil film fraternity with the sudden passing of RB Choudary. Several celebrities and film personalities gathered on Wednesday, May 6, to pay their last respects to the producer. RB Choudary reportedly died in a tragic road accident near Udaipur on Tuesday. He was 76. According to ANI, the producer was travelling with his nephew after attending a relative’s wedding in Liamba village. During the journey, cattle allegedly strayed onto the road, causing the driver to lose control of the vehicle. The car crashed into a roadside wall near Joontha village in Rajasthan’s Bewar district. RB Choudary died on the spot. Vijay paid his last respect to producer R. B. Choudhary🙏🏻 pic.twitter.com/EHFQGOVYNa — …

Kara box office collection day 2: Dhanush-starrer can’t match Kuberaa’s hype, earns Rs 13 cr in 2 days | Tamil News

Kara box office collection day 2: Dhanush-starrer can’t match Kuberaa’s hype, earns Rs 13 cr in 2 days | Tamil News

2 min readNew DelhiMay 2, 2026 09:46 AM IST Kara box office collection day 2: Dhanush’s first release of the year, Kara, has now been in the theatres for two days but it appears to be falling short of expectations. The Tamil heist-action thriller opened at Rs 6.20 crore on Thursday, April 30 and witnessed a slight jump on day two. According to industry tracker Sacnilk, the film earned approximately Rs 6.95 crore on its second day, taking its two-day total to Rs 13.15 crore. The film recorded an occupancy of around 29.7% across 4,181 shows on day two, a marginal improvement from its opening day performance across 4,172 shows. While the growth is a positive sign, the overall numbers remain underwhelming, especially when compared to Dhanush’s recent releases. Kara’s opening is significantly lower than his previous film Kuberaa, which had a strong start with over Rs 14 crore net in India and a gross of Rs 17.06 crore on day one. However, despite its solid opening, Kuberaa managed a lifetime worldwide collection of only …