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Manoj Kumar R
Manoj Kumar R began writing for The Indian Express in 2016. He writes reviews and opinion pieces about movies and TV shows. His main focus is everything that happens in South India's vibrant pop cultural scene. He speaks Tamil, Telugu, Kannada and Malayalam and writes in English. Before joining us, he worked with other publications such as The Week and Deccan Herald. Follow Manoj on Twitter: @ImMKR
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Masterpiece movie review: The title of this Mammootty starrer is a misnomer
December 21, 2017 09:59 IST
Masterpiece movie review: The film aims to sell itself as a thriller but it fails terribly. It is very hard to buy a second of anything that happens in Masterpiece, except for scenes involving Captain Raju.
Sat, Dec 23, 2017
Anjaniputra movie review: Even Puneeth Rajkumar can’t save this film from its original sins
December 21, 2017 09:31 IST
Anjaniputra movie review: Neither Harsha's experience in delivering engaging commercial films or Puneeth Rajkumar's onscreen presence could save Anjaniputra from its own basic sins.
Fri, Dec 22, 2017
MCA movie review: Nani-Sai Pallavi’s chemistry salvages Middle Class Abbayi
December 21, 2017 08:43 IST
MCA movie review: The refreshing chemistry between Pallavi and Nani keeps the audience entertained for the better part of the first half. It is also the most interesting stretch in the film.
Sat, Dec 23, 2017
Telugu actresses who made a mark in 2017
December 19, 2017 06:30 IST
Although 2017 did not see any major women-centric films being made in the Telugu film industry, some female actors managed to stand out with their performances.
Fri, Dec 22, 2017
Hello: Rana Daggubati promotes Akhil Akkineni’s film in US
December 18, 2017 19:10 IST
Actors Rana Daggubati, Akhil Akkineni and Kalyani Priyadarshan were on a tour in the US promoting the upcoming film Hello.
Mon, Dec 18, 2017
Anjaniputra director Harsha says only whistles, claps from audience matter to him
December 18, 2017 18:44 IST
Anjaniputra, starring Puneeth Rajkumar, Rashmika Mandanna, Ramya Krishnan in lead roles, is the remake of Tamil film Poojai.
Mon, Dec 18, 2017
Anjaniputra: Puneeth Rajkumar is happy to finally share screen space with Ramya Krishnan
December 17, 2017 22:42 IST
Puneeth Rajkumar is very excited and happy about Anjaniputra, which is the remake of Tamil film Poojai. One of the reasons is that he is sharing the screen with Ramya Krishnan for the first time.
Mon, Dec 18, 2017
Dear Parvathy, please don’t stop calling out misogyny in films even if you are trolled every time
December 17, 2017 06:00 IST
In a panel discussion at the International Film Festival of Kerala, award-winning actor Parvathy shared her thoughts on how a woman is 'sexualised' and used as a property in films.
Sun, Dec 17, 2017
Agnyaathavaasi: Anirudh Ravichander is the star of this Pawan Kalyan teaser
December 16, 2017 22:43 IST
The teaser of Pawan Kalyan's upcoming film Agnyaathavaasi is out. The little more than one minute video packs a lot of moments that fans would like to see in a Pawan Kalyan starrer.
Sat, Dec 16, 2017
No Sunny Leone please: Karnataka HM recommends Bharatanatyam insteadSubscriber Only
December 16, 2017 10:58 IST
Karnataka Home Minister Ramalinga Reddy has backed the claims made by the members of the Karnataka Rakshana Vedike, which alleged that allowing Sunny to perform in the city posed a threat to Kannada culture.
Sat, Dec 16, 2017
Rajinikanth impressed by Mohanlal’s transformation for Odiyan
December 15, 2017 20:25 IST
Shrikumar Menon revealed that Rajinikanth called Mohanlal to congratulate him on his new look for Odiyan. The director also noted that it was just the beginning of Mohanlal's long transformation journey.
Fri, Dec 15, 2017
Pro-Kannada groups protest against Sunny Leone’s New Year party in Bengaluru
December 15, 2017 18:51 IST
Members of Karnataka Rakshana Vedike Yuva Sene, the youth wing of Karnataka Rakshana Vedike, alleged that events like Sunny Leone's New Year party posed a threat to Kannada culture.
Sat, Dec 16, 2017
Maayavan movie review: This Sundeep Kishan and Jackie Shroff thriller is engaging
December 15, 2017 17:58 IST
CV Kumar's Maayavan, starring Sundeep Kishan, Lavanya Tripathi and Amarendran, has flaws but if the film is judged only by its entertainment value, it passes the test with a first-class mark.
Fri, Dec 15, 2017
MCA (Middle Class Abbayi) trailer: Nani, Sai Pallavi promise an engaging masala entertainer
December 12, 2017 22:41 IST
MCA (Middle Class Abbayi), which has Nani and Sai Pallavi in the lead roles, is directed by Sriram Venu. The film will hit the screens on December 21.
Tue, Dec 12, 2017
The real reason why Superstar Rajinikanth stays away from home on his birthday
December 12, 2017 13:49 IST
For nearly three decades now, Rajinikanth has made it a ritual of sorts to stay out of station or the country to avoid all the fan frenzy around his birthday.
Wed, Dec 13, 2017
Mohanlal’s transformation for Odiyan will give you fitness goals
December 12, 2017 13:34 IST
Mohanlal had to shed weight to play the younger version of Odiyan Manickyan in the film, which is being produced on a lavish budget.
Tue, Dec 12, 2017
Why Rajinikanth is Thalaivar of the masses
December 12, 2017 10:30 IST
Even at 67, Rajinikanth never misses to amuse his audience or contribute to the growth of the industry. He made his debut in a black and white film in 1975 and has been setting trends in embracing path-breaking technologies in filmmaking.
Tue, Dec 12, 2017
Hello: Nagarjuna and Akhil call it a blockbuster, Kalyani Priyadarshan excited about her debut
December 11, 2017 13:26 IST
Nagarjuna suggested that Hello will be Akhil's career-making film, which is directed by Vikram Kumar. The film marks debut of Kalyani Priyadarshan.
Mon, Dec 11, 2017
Nivin Pauly approached for Ajith’s Viswasam? Richie actor responds
December 10, 2017 19:54 IST
Richie actor Nivin Pauly clarified, "I don't know anything about that even I came to know about it through media."He said that he has already finalised a couple of Tamil films and will share the details
Sun, Dec 10, 2017
Upendra unveils auto rickshaw as symbol of KPJP
December 10, 2017 18:43 IST
Upendra has revealed the green and yellow auto rickshaw as the electoral symbol of his political party, Karnataka Pragnyavantha Janatha Paksha (KPJP). The logo has been approved by Election Commission
Sun, Dec 10, 2017
Tamizh Padam 2.0: Actor Shiva parodies TN deputy CM in new poster
December 10, 2017 16:12 IST
The current affairs in Tamil Nadu politics should provide just enough material for director CS Amudhan to make the sequel to his 2010 spoof film Tamizh Padam.
Sun, Dec 10, 2017
S Durga director holds his own film festival to protest against ‘rejectionary attitude’ of IFFK
December 10, 2017 13:42 IST
KIFF is being held in protest against IFFK's decision to not include certain indie films. Sanal Kumar Sasidharan also took out his film S Durga from IFFK.
Sun, Dec 10, 2017
Opening ceremony of International Film Festival of Kerala 2017
December 09, 2017 19:47 IST
Speaking at the IFFK, Prakash Raj claimed the freedom of expression in the country was under threat. He also suggested that artists had the responsibility to voice their opinions without any fear or favour
Sat, Dec 09, 2017
Thamizh Padam 2.0: Siva starrer calls Tamil Rockers ‘official piracy partners’
December 09, 2017 16:43 IST
The makers of Thamizh Padam 2.0 on Saturday released the poster of the film while addressing the issue of piracy with sarcasm. Thamizh Padam 2.0 is a sequel to blockbuster spoof movie, starring Siva.
Mon, Dec 24, 2018
Vishal: I’ll return to politics in full swing
December 09, 2017 13:49 IST
Vishal on Saturday wrote an open letter to the people of Tamil Nadu suggesting that he would like to put his political setback behind him and focus on bigger issues in hand.
Sun, Dec 10, 2017Journalism of Courage
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