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CHENNAI: Continuing the series of revealing characters from Idli Kadai, the makers of the film unveiled Dhanush's character poster on Saturday. Dhanush, who is helming as well as performing in the film, will play the role of Murugan. Unlike the other posters, which featured the actor-director in a rural avatar, the new look is set against a city backdrop. The star cast includes Arun Vijay, Nithya Menen, Shalini Pandey, Sathyaraj and Rajkiran. Backed by Dawn Pictures and Wunderbar Films Pvt Ltd, Kiran Koushik is handling the camera for Idli Kadai. GK Prasanna is taking care of the cuts. GV Prakash Kumar is composing the tunes. The first two singles, Enna Sugam and Enjaami Thandhaane, are already chartbusters. The team will unveil the trailer and audio on Sunday.
Moradabad (UP), Aug 1 (PTI) The Moradabad district administration has cancelled the allotment of a government bungalow granted to former Uttar Pradesh chief minister Mulayam Singh Yadav. The Samajwadi Party (SP) has been asked to vacate the premises within 30 days. The bungalow, located in the posh Civil Lines area near the Police Training College (PTC II), was allotted to the SP patriarch 31 years ago. Spread across nearly 1,000 square meters on Nazul land, the property serves as the local SP office. District Magistrate Anuj Singh said the property is needed for housing officers and other ...Read More >
Chennai, Aug 14 (PTI) The much-anticipated, star-studded 'Coolie,' starring superstar Rajinikanth in the lead role, hit the silver screens across Tamil Nadu on Thursday with frenzied fans celebrating the latest entertainer from their 'Thalaivar'. Actors and fans made a beeline to watch the film and also shared the euphoria on their social media pages. Significantly, the release of the movie coincides with Rajinikanth completing 50 years in cinema. Early on Thursday, crowds, mostly ardent fans of the star, swelled across cinema theatres to catch the first day first show of the movie, directe ...Read More >
At the Idly Kadai audio launch, Dhanush shared a touching moment by dancing onstage with his son Linga. At the grand audio launch of Idly Kadai on September 14, 2025, in Chennai, actor-director Dhanush created a heartwarming moment by inviting his son, Linga, to join him on stage. Together, they danced to the film's newly released track, "Enjami Thandhaane," alongside music composer GV Prakash. The father-son duo's synchronized moves and evident camaraderie captivated the audience, with the per ...Read More >
Chennai, Oct 25 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actress Nithya Menen, who played the lead along with actor Dhanush in the superhit film 'Idli Kadai', has now shared some Behind The Scene visuals of the film and disclosed that she went to collect the National Award from the President with cow dung in her fingernails as she had picked cow dung for a scene for the film, the previous day. Taking to her Instagram page, Nithya Menen shared some BTS video clips and pictures from 'Idli Kadai' and wrote, "Some behind the scenes of #idlikadai :). Almost a year now - I went straight from this to the National Award cer ...Read More >
CHENNAI: The upcoming project with Silambarasan TR would be set in the 'Vada Chennai' world, said director Vetrimaaran, confirming DT Next's exclusive report in this regard. Vetrimaaran has officially confirmed the news through a video posted on the YouTube channel of production house, Grass Root Film Company, and said actor Dhanush, who played the lead role in 'Vada Chennai' (2018), has agreed to give No Objection Certificate (NOC) without charging any amount. The film is also expected to feature cast members from 'Vada Chennai', including Samuthirakani and Andrea Jeremiah, who would repris ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], September 15: The loan comparison space gets a powerful upgrade in 2025 with the official launch of RightPaydays.com, a fast, secure, and user-friendly platform that allows consumers to compare payday loans, personal loans, and more in just one click. Designed to serve as a modern solution in the evolving digital lending landscape, RightPaydays.com puts borrowers in control by making it easier than ever to explore and compare loan options from trusted, licensed lenders. Also Read | 'Always Preaching Poverty Stories': Dhanush Reveals Selling Flowers To Afford Idlis as a Chil ...Read More >
Hyderabad: It wasn't just die-hard fans who made a beeline for theatres on the opening day of the highly anticipated movie Coolie. Several prominent Tamil film celebrities, including actors Dhanush, Sivakarthikeyan, and Priyanka Mohan, joined the crowd to watch filmmaker Lokesh Kanagaraj's much-anticipated Rajinikanth-starrer on its first day, first show. In Chennai, Rohini Silver Screens, also known as "Fans Fort Rohini" for its history of hosting electrifying star-studded screenings, was at full capacity. Among the early viewers spotted at the venue were Dhanush, his son Yatra, Priyanka Moh ...Read More >
Chennai, Sep 26 (SocialNews.XYZ) One of India's finest actors Dhanush has now substantiated his earlier claim of how his siblings and he used to collect flowers from the fields when they were children to earn money to buy idlis. It may be recalled that during the audio launch event of the film, which was held at the Nehru Indoor stadium in the city, Dhanush had explained how when he was a kid, his siblings and he used to collect flowers from the fields for over two and a half hours to earn a few pennies with which they would then buys idlis. While his disclosure moved many fans, a few trolls ...Read More >
Chennai, Sep 16 (SocialNews.XYZ) Stating that it was an absolute privilege to have directed actor Arun Vijay, who plays the antagonist in his upcoming film 'Idli Kadai', actor and director Dhanush has now disclosed how actor Arun Vijay sportingly chose to continue shooting for the film, disregarding a severe blow to his face that made him bleed. Participating in the audio launch event of the film, which was held at the Nehru Indoor stadium in the city, Dhanush heaped praises on Arun Vijay, calling him a very dedicated and sincere actor. Dhanush said, " We had such a great time working with e ...Read More >
Chennai, Sep 12 (SocialNews.XYZ) The makers of director Dhanush's eagerly-awaited action entertainer, 'Idli Kadai', on Friday released the first look poster of actress Shalini Pandey, who plays the character of Meera, in the film. Taking to its X timeline, actor and director Dhanush's production house Wunderbar Films, which is jointly producing the film along with Dawn Pictures, wrote, "Introducing the pretty Shalini Pandey as MEERA. #IdliKadai - in theatres from October 1st. Get set for the audio launch this Sunday. #IdliKadaiCharacterIntroduction" It may be recalled that the makers have al ...Read More >
New Delhi, Sep 13 (PTI) Bollywood actor Shalini Pandey is set to star alongside Tamil superstar Dhanush in his upcoming directorial titled "Idly Kadai", which is slated to hit the big screen on October 1. Also featuring Nithya Menen and Arun Vijay, the project also marks Dhanush's fourth film as a director after Pa Paandi" (2017), "Raayan" (2024), and "Nilavuku En Mel Ennadi Kobam", which released in February, according to a press release. Pandey, known for projects such as "Arjun Reddy", "Jayeshbhai Jordaar", and "Maharaj", said working with Dhanush is a "huge honour" for her. "Working wit ...Read More >
Mumbai, Jul 10 (PTI) Tamil actor Dhanush has commenced shooting for his 54th feature film, the makers announced on Thursday. The movie is being directed by Vignesh Raja, best known for his critically-acclaimed crime thriller "Por Thozhil". It is backed by Ishari K Ganesh of Vels Film International. Also Read | Vijay Deverakonda, Rana Daggubati and Prakash Raj Among 29 Celebrities Booked by ED for Endorsing Betting Apps. The production banner shared the news in a post on Instagram. "Sometimes staying dangerous is the only way to stay alive. #D54 starring @dhanushkraja - On floors from today ...Read More >
On November 16, Nayanthara lashed out at Dhanush for sending her a legal notice and demanding Rs 10 crore. Actor Dhanush has filed a civil lawsuit against Nayanthara, accusing her of using footage from his production Naanum Rowdy Dhaan in her Netflix documentary without his consent. According to The Hindu, the lawsuit was filed in the Madras High Court and names both Nayanthara and her husband, filmmaker Vignesh Sivan, as defendants. Wunderbar Films has filed an application with the Madras High Court requesting permission, under Clause 12 of the Letters Patent, to include Los Gatos Productio ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 14 (ANI): Actor Shalini Pandey is all set to join Dhanush in his much-awaited fourth directorial film Idli Kadai. The makers confirmed the news on Saturday with a special poster introducing her character. Shalini, who was last seen in Maharaj and Netflix Dabba Cartel, will be playing the role of Meera in the film. She will share the screen with Dhanush, Nithya Menen, and Arun Vijay. The makers took to their Instagram account to welcome the actress, along with a caption that read, Introducing the pretty @shalzp as MEERA #IdliKadai - in theatres from Oc ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 3 : The first look of Aamir Khan from the upcoming film starring superstar Rajinikanth, 'Coolie,' has finally been unveiled, leaving fans excited to see the actor in a bold avatar as 'Dahaa.' The poster was shared by the makers on their official X (formerly Twitter) handle on Thursday, and it quickly became a hot topic online. In the black-and-white poster, Aamir can be seen in side profile, wearing round glasses and a black vest while smoking a pipe. The actor's rugged and intense look is very different from his recent roles, which has added to the excitem ...Read More >
VMPL New Delhi [India], August 14: Ellenox, India's largest venture studio, is accelerating its global push in enterprise AI development. In the past year, the company has grown its headcount by 50% over the last year, bringing in senior AI talent from Amazon and Google to power its next phase of expansion. Already delivering AI transformation for Fortune 50 leaders in fintech, cloud computing, consumer social, and sports-tech, Ellenox has built systems that replace costly call centers with natural-voice AI agents and deployed end-to-end social media pipelines capable of scaling global brand ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 12 (ANI): Prabhudeva will be seen headlining a political crime thriller, Sethurajan IPS. Set against the charged backdrop of rural Tamil Nadu, the show follows Sethurajan IPS, a cop entangled in a politically sensitive murder case that spirals into a battle of power, identity, and justice, as per a press note. Also Read | 77th Emmy Awards 2025 Ceremony Live Streaming: Date, Time, Hosts, When and Where To Watch Emmys 2025 Online and on TV in Your Country. Excited about the show, Prabhudeva said, "Sethurajan IPS isn't just a cop; he's a man caught in a ...Read More >
Chennai: The Madras High Court has scheduled the hearing of a copyright case involving actor Nayanthara, her husband and director Vignesh Shivan, their production company Rowdy Pictures Private Limited, and Los Gatos Production Services India LLP, for January 8. The case, filed by actor Dhanush's production house, Wunderbar Films, alleges the unauthorised use of video clips from the 2015 hit film Naanum Rowdy Dhaan in the Netflix documentary Nayanthara: Beyond the Fairytale. Wunderbar Films claims that the clips were used without permission, despite repeated denials of a No-Objection Certific ...Read More >
In a heartfelt note shared on social media, Parthiban penned his love for the multi-talented star. The film is releasing on October 1. Dhanush is gearing up for his next release Idly Kadai on October 1. The film has been one of the most awaited ones. Well, ahead of it, filmmaker R Parthiban showered praise on actor and called him one of the finest performers of this generation. In a heartfelt note shared on social media, Parthiban penned his love for the multi-talented star. Taking to his Insta ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 14 (ANI): Actor Shalini Pandey is all set to join Dhanush in his much-awaited fourth directorial film 'Idli Kadai'. The makers confirmed the news on Saturday with a special poster introducing her character. Shalini, who was last seen in 'Maharaj' and Netflix's Dabba Cartel, will be playing the role of Meera in the film. She will share the screen with Dhanush, Nithya Menen, and Arun Vijay. The makers took to their Instagram account to welcome the actress, along with a caption that read, "Introducing the pretty @shalzp as MEERA #IdliKadai - in theatres ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 12 (ANI): Get ready to witness "too much" drama on the upcoming talk show 'Two Much with Kajol and Twinkle'. On Friday, an official teaser of the show was unveiled. The promo showed Twinkle Khanna and Kajol in their sassy avatars. Also Read | 77th Emmy Awards 2025 Ceremony Live Streaming: Date, Time, Hosts, When and Where To Watch Emmys 2025 Online and on TV in Your Country. The promo video opens with Kajol asking, "Sick of the same old celebrity gossip?" followed by Twinkle adding, "Tired of dull and lifeless chat shows?" https://www.instagram.com/p ...Read More >
Chennai, September 12: The makers of director Dhanush's eagerly-awaited action entertainer, 'Idli Kadai', on Friday released the first look poster of actress Shalini Pandey, who plays the character of Meera, in the film. Taking to its X timeline, actor and director Dhanush's production house Wunderbar Films, which is jointly producing the film along with Dawn Pictures, wrote, "Introducing the pretty Shalini Pandey as MEERA. #IdliKadai - in theatres from October 1st. Get set for the audio launch this Sunday. #IdliKadaiCharacterIntroduction" It may be recalled that the makers have already discl ...Read More >
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], September 15: Star Health and Allied Insurance Company Ltd. (Star Health Insurance), India's leading retail health insurance provider, has introduced 'Know Your Policy', a new in-app feature designed to enable health insurance coverage, which is easier to understand and is highly accessible to its customers. This aligns well with IRDAI's mandatory Customer Information Sheet (CIS) and the broader consumer protection objectives. Initiatives like Star Health's simplified version of the CIS sets a positive precedent for the industry. Also Read | 'Always Preaching Pov ...Read More >
Mumbai: The first look of Aamir Khan from the upcoming film starring superstar Rajinikanth, 'Coolie,' has finally been unveiled, leaving fans excited to see the actor in a bold avatar as 'Dahaa.' The poster was shared by the makers on their official X (formerly Twitter) handle on Thursday, and it quickly became a hot topic online. In the black-and-white poster, Aamir can be seen in side profile, wearing round glasses and a black vest while smoking a pipe. The actor's rugged and intense look is very different from his recent roles, which has added to the excitement for the film. Along with t ...Read More >
Chennai, Aug 14 (PTI) Firecrackers, drums, sweets, confetti, cake, milk and so on. Rajinikanth fans on Thursday went all out in their celebration of the 50th anniversary of their favourite superstar and the arrival of his new movie "Coolie". Rajinikanth debuted with K Balachander's Tamil movie "Apoorva Raagangal", which released on August 15, 1975. The film also starred Kamal Haasan, Sunddarrajan, Srividya and Jayasudha. "Marking half a century of cinematic brilliance, my dear friend Rajinikanth celebrates 50 years in cinema today. Crowds, mostly ardent fans of the star, swelled across cinem ...Read More >
Chennai, August 1: Actor, music director and producer G V Prakash Kumar, who has won the National Award for Best Music Direction (Songs) for the Tamil, Telugu bilingual film Vaathi, has called the honour "a blessing for the second time". Taking to his X timeline soon after the 71st National Awards were announced, G V Prakash expressed his gratitude to the jury and the selection committee of the National Awards and the entire team of Vaathi. G V Prakash wrote, "A blessing for the second time. I'm truly overwhelmed and deeply grateful to receive the 71st National Film Award for Best Music Direc ...Read More >