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Kirubhakar Purushothaman
Kirubhakar Purushothaman has been writing a lot about Tamil cinema and a bit about OTT content for the past seven years. He likes to philosophize cinema, food, books, and everything under and beyond the sun. When not watching movies and writing about them, he can be seen reading bleak books or sipping black coffee. Twitter: @Kiru_bhakar Mail: kirubhakar.purushothaman @indianexpress.com
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Thankam movie review: A compelling murder mystery that has a unique twist
January 26,2023 19:34:03 PM
Thankam movie review: A unique murder mystery that explores the secrets of what goes on in the head of a person.
Thu, Jan 26, 2023
Thunivu review: Ajith stars in a decent heist film that is weighed down by generic tropes
January 11,2023 07:08:57 AM
Thunivu movie review: The setup of Ajith and H Vinoth’s heist film is intriguing, but when the director finally shows all his cards, it’s not the royal flush one would want it to be.
Thu, Jan 12, 2023
Varisu review: Conviction and self-awareness win it for Vijay’s generic masala product
January 11,2023 00:27:07 AM
Varisu review: Vijay-starrer Varisu turns out exactly the way you want it to be. There’s nothing novel about the plot of the film.
Thu, Jan 12, 2023
Varisu vs Thunivu: Everything you need to know about epic box office clash between Ajith and Vijay
January 10,2023 16:16:47 PM
From box office prediction to the number of screens to the significance of the clash, here's a rundown on the whole Varisu vs Thunivu phenomenon.
Tue, Jan 10, 2023
Exclusive | H Vinoth: Ajith has tried a lot of different things in Thunivu
January 09,2023 16:15:02 PM
H Vinoth opens up about working with Ajith, Thunivu, criticism, and the rapid change of trends in Tamil cinema.
Mon, Jan 09, 2023
On AR Rahman’s birthday, Sita Ramam composer Vishal Chandrashekhar reveals what makes the music legend a great mentor
January 06,2023 08:02:18 AM
While AR Rahman's prowess as a musician and singer is well known, the legendary composer doesn't flaunt his philanthropic and mentor side. Sita Ramam composer Vishal Chandrashekhar, a former student of Rahman's KM Music Conservatory, shares the unexplored sides of the music legend.
Fri, Jan 06, 2023
Varisu trailer: Vijay promises a perfect family entertainer, watch video
January 04,2023 17:20:19 PM
The trailer of Vijay's Varisu is here, and it looks like a solid contender for Ajith's Thunivu.
Thu, Jan 05, 2023
Raangi movie review: Trisha’s latest is bafflingly silly and questionable
December 30,2022 16:27:41 PM
Raangi movie review: Trisha's latest is baffling and questionable. It's unfortunate that after a great comeback as Kundhavai in Ponniyin Selvan this year, the actor ends 2022 on such a low note.
Fri, Dec 30, 2022
Connect movie review: Nayanthara’s latest is technically sound, true-blue genre film
December 22,2022 17:04:29 PM
Connect movie review: Ashwin Saravanan delivers breathless thrills during the Nayanthara starrer but the flat end takes something away from it.
Thu, Dec 22, 2022
Nayanthara hits back at Malavika Mohanan for commenting on her make-up: ‘She didn’t take my name but…’
December 22,2022 13:24:13 PM
In a recent interview, Nayanthara addressed criticism by Malavika Mohanan of her makeup in a hospital scene where she is on her deathbed.
Thu, Dec 22, 2022
Nayanthara’s Connect will have interval despite being only 99-minutes long: Experts weigh in on age-old phenomenon
December 20,2022 17:11:15 PM
The concept of interval has been in the cinemas around the world, but while it phased out in the West, Indian cinemas still hang on to the phenomenon.
Tue, Dec 20, 2022
Karthi, the Tamil star of 2022, on directorial debut and film with Suriya: ‘It’s a fantasy idea…’
December 17,2022 08:05:44 AM
2022 has been the most successful year of Karthi, who had three consecutive hits - Viruman, Ponniyin Selvan 1, and Sardar. In this exclusive interview with the actor, we unravel his choices, his direction dream, and more.
Sun, Dec 18, 2022
Happy Birthday Rajinikanth: At 72, how Thalaivar invalidated his own song Ra Ra Ramaiya from Baashha
December 12,2022 08:47:23 AM
As Rajinikanth turns 72, here’s a look at how the superstar undercut the philosophy of the song Ra Ra Ramaiya from Baashha.
Mon, Dec 12, 2022
Naai Sekar Returns movie review: Vadivelu comedy is a bland and joyless affair
December 09,2022 17:22:12 PM
Directed by Suraj, Naai Sekar Returns is an underwhelming affair that banks majorly on the star power of Vadivelu rather than on its writing.
Fri, Dec 09, 2022
H Vinoth on Ajith’s Thunivu: ‘It’s a game of the wicked’
December 06,2022 16:02:14 PM
H Vinoth, who is currently working on the post-production of Thunivu, his third collaboration with Ajith, speaks about working with the star, the film, and more.
Tue, Dec 06, 2022
Vadhandhi The Fable of Velonie review: A slow-burn mystery that justifies the form
December 04,2022 21:08:19 PM
Vadhandhi review; Despite some shortcomings, Vadhandhi: The Fable of Velonie is easily one of the commendable works in the Tamil web series space.
Sun, Dec 04, 2022
DSP movie review: Vijay Sethupathi’s latest is as generic as it can get
December 02,2022 16:49:18 PM
DSP movie review: Vijay Sethupathi's collaboration with Ponram, who is known for jolly entertainers, has only yielded a bland and middling affair.
Fri, Dec 02, 2022
Vishnu Vishal: ‘Gatta Kusthi has done great pre-release business’
December 01,2022 21:59:22 PM
Vishnu Vishal says he has to constantly prove himself that he can shoulder big-budget films despite hits like Ratsasan and Indru Netru Naalai.
Thu, Dec 01, 2022
EXCLUSIVE | Vijay Kiragandur decodes the success of Kantara and Hombale Films: ‘Our mission is to be a fresh and interesting voice’
December 01,2022 14:57:22 PM
Vijay Kiragandur, the founder of Hombale Films, shares the reason behind the consistent success of his production house.
Thu, Dec 01, 2022
Agent Kannayiram movie review: Santhanam’s detective drama is another misfire from Manoj Beedha
November 25,2022 17:47:21 PM
Agent Kannayiram movie review: Manoj Beedha’s sophomore film has a nice idea that never comes to fruition due to messy writing and underwhelming execution.
Fri, Nov 25, 2022
Agent Kannayiram will prove Santhanam has outgrown his image as a comedian: Manjo Beedha
November 24,2022 20:24:09 PM
Manoj Beedha opens up about his sophomore film Agent Kannayiram, starring Santhanam in the lead role.
Thu, Nov 24, 2022
Kalaga Thalaivan Movie Review: Magizh Thirumeni spoils his few good ideas by spoon-feeding them
November 18,2022 17:17:10 PM
Kalaga Thalaivan movie review: Yet another generic story about a protagonist taking on a corporate monster, the film is bearable thanks to its well-though out action sequences.
Fri, Nov 18, 2022
Love Today review: An enjoyable feature-length meme with a moral science lesson
November 08,2022 16:42:46 PM
Love Today review: An enjoyable comedy-drama that fails in its attempt to be an emotional love story.
Tue, Nov 08, 2022
Happy Birthday Kamal Haasan: His comeback that no one saw coming
November 07,2022 08:11:43 AM
As Kamal Haasan turns 68 today, here's a look at the comeback of all time in Tamil cinema, the blockbuster Vikram.
Tue, Nov 08, 2022
Coffee With Kadhal review: Sundar C’s tasteless adult comedy masquerades as light-hearted family drama
November 04,2022 20:16:06 PM
Coffee With Kadhal movie review: Sundar C's Coffee With Kadhal has the lead actors of Kalakalappu 2 and not its humour.
Fri, Nov 04, 2022