Working alongside cinematic legends like Mani Ratnam and Kamal Haasan in one of the most anticipated films of the year, Thug Life and followed it up with an intense performance in Lokah, is a dream most actors can only imagine. For Bengaluru’s own Nithya Shri,...
It’s that ritualistic moment again, the tough final calls to arrive at the definitive Top 5 of 2025. We’re casting our net across all four major South Indian industries, celebrating the vibrant spectrum of stories they brought to the big screen. Somewhere between the rewatches...
Grace, grit, and growth — few embody these words as beautifully as Meghana Raj. The talented actress, who recently bagged the Karnataka State Award for Iruvudellava Bittu, has walked an inspiring journey that’s seen her experience a rollercoaster of emotions. In this heartfelt conversation with...
Born in Auroville, Pondicherry, to French parents, the versatile Franco-Indian actress, writer, and activist known for her unconventional and critically acclaimed inspirational roles, Kalki Koechlin surprises us with her effortless Tamil, a fluency that instantly disarms. For years, one wondered why Kollywood hadn’t claimed her,...
In recent years, Sandy Master has risen to become a household name in Tamil Nadu. It’s almost impossible to ignore his charm and quick-witted humour. All thanks to Tamil Bigg Boss, the Tamil audience was able to witness the extended version of it. Recently, I...
It has been my routine to send the link of whatever article I write to my friend, Akshara, a journalist from Bengaluru. Last night, I sent him my review of the amazing film, Homebound. He said he would read it, and I went on about...
I couldn’t watch Homebound on the big screen like many others in the country. And how do I know that? When you see a lot of social media posts praising a film after its OTT release, you can conclude that many didn’t show up to...
For filmmaker Anoop Lokkur, the journey of cinema has been one of self-discovery. Originally from Bengaluru and now based in Melbourne, he left a corporate career to pursue his passion at the Victorian College of the Arts. His short films, including ‘Long Distance’, have explored...
They say opportunity doesn’t knock twice, an overused saying, perhaps, but one that perfectly defines Abarnathy’s entry into Tamil cinema. Yes, she was once part of the infamous TV show Enga Veetu Mapillai, but her journey didn’t stop there. A fashion designer who once envisioned...
From being an Instagram star with over 4 lakh followers to making her cinematic debut with Abhishek Bachchan - Ahilya Bamroo's journey is a rather unconventional one. The content creator from Pondicherry, played Bachchan's daughter in 'I Want To Talk', a film directed by Shoojit...
