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...
A star is born? Perhaps an entirely new vision has arrived! Tamil cinema has seamlessly stepped into a fresh era, guided by a bold female gaze. This debut cuts deep. She enters the industry with a prestigious lineage: Vetrimaaran’s assistant, himself a protege of the...
Ever since Azhagarsamiyin Kuthirai, Easwar has consistently brought Tamil Nadu’s lush rural landscapes to life with startling realism. His work feels rooted, almost spiritual in its groundedness. Yes, there’s a consistency in his visual language, but never at the cost of freshness. In fact, it...
The Tamil films that were released on this Diwali have been a primary topic of discourse ever since their announcements. Firstly, there was a lot of chatter about the lack of star-powered movies. It was followed by the celebration of Bison’s successful run on the...
