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

November 24, 2017 13:23 IST
Masterpiece teaser out. Malayalam superstar Mammootty is back as a professor. In his upcoming film, Masterpiece, he plays a hot-headed professor with nerves of steel.
Fri, Nov 24, 2017
November 24, 2017 10:59 IST
The Tamil Nadu Film Producers' Council has issued a red notice to Simbu after receiving multiple complaints from producers against him.
Fri, Nov 24, 2017
November 23, 2017 17:50 IST
Nivin Pauly is now busy promoting his upcoming straight Tamil film Richie, which is the remake of Kannada hit film Ulidavaru Kandanthe (As Seen by the Rest).
Thu, Nov 23, 2017
November 23, 2017 14:28 IST
Director Siva will be collaborating with Thala Ajith in his next titled Visvasam. Sathya Jyothi Films, which bankrolled Ajith and Siva's previous outing Vivegam, will fund the actor-director duo's new project.
Thu, Nov 23, 2017
November 23, 2017 13:56 IST
Kannada superstar Shivarajkumar's next film Kavacha is a remake of Malayalam superstar Mohanlal's crime thriller Oppam. The film will be directed by debutant director GVR Vasu.
Thu, Nov 23, 2017
November 23, 2017 12:38 IST
Jawaan trailer: Judging from the trailer, Jawaan revolves around a patriotic young man, played by Sai Dharam Tej. It also promises an interesting cat-and-mouse play between the hero and the villain.
Thu, Nov 23, 2017
November 22, 2017 16:29 IST
Director Suseenthiran revealed that even superstar Ajith was harassed by Anbu Chezhiyan, who has been accusing of abetting the suicide of producer Ashok Kumar.
Thu, Nov 23, 2017
November 22, 2017 13:26 IST
Actor Manju Warrier has been made a key witness by the police in the Malayalam actress abduction and sexual assault case, in which her ex-husband Dileep is a main suspect.
Wed, Nov 22, 2017
November 20, 2017 16:11 IST
Superstar Rajinikanth talked about his relationship with the members of the Muslim community in his life at the audio release function of 2.0 in Dubai. The film also stars Akshay Kumar.
Mon, Nov 20, 2017
November 20, 2017 16:00 IST
Chiranjeevi Sarja's Samhaara, directed by Guru Deshpande, has two leading ladies played by Haripriya and Kavya Shetty. And Chikkanna will be playing an interesting role in the film called Raja Huli.
Mon, Nov 20, 2017
November 18, 2017 05:56 IST
A day after the trailer of Tiger Zinda Hai released, a media report quoted director Mahesh Narayan's plans to drop the Hindi remake of his Malayalam blockbuster Take Off.
Sat, Nov 18, 2017
November 17, 2017 14:06 IST
Megastar Chiranjeevi saw his star son Ram Charan's film Rangasthalam and liked it. The upcoming revenge drama, which is helmed by director Sukumar, stars actor Samantha Ruth Prabhu as the female lead.
Fri, Nov 17, 2017
November 17, 2017 10:55 IST
Besides screening him for a 'chemical substance', Santhosh Narayanan said he was also insulted by a 'rude officer' at the airport.
Fri, Nov 17, 2017
November 13, 2017 18:25 IST
Last year, Rakshit Shetty made his debut as a producer with Kirik Party, which emerged as one of the biggest earners in the Kannada film industry. The 33-year-old filmmaker is bankrolling a few interesting projects, including Diganth's upcoming film Katheyondu Shuruvagide,
Mon, Nov 13, 2017
November 11, 2017 17:37 IST
Kannada actor Upendra unveiled a smartphone app, Prajaakeeya, where users can get all the information regarding his political party, Karnataka Pragnyavanta Janata Paksha (KPJP). This application can also be used to seek membership in the party or candidacy.
Sat, Nov 11, 2017
November 10, 2017 20:58 IST
Bollywood filmmaker Anurag Kashyap changed the life of director Senna Hegde , when he shared the trailer of 0-41* on social media. He said the Malayalam film industry was quick to appreciate his work, as he got messages and calls from filmmakers like Geethu Mohandas.
Sat, Nov 11, 2017
November 10, 2017 08:47 IST
Aramm movie review: While Nayanthara remains in forefront of the action fast developing, the narration does not deviate from its straight path to meet the approval of her star status.
Sat, Nov 11, 2017
November 10, 2017 00:37 IST
Simbu's Demonetization Anthem touches upon various serious political issues of the country, from demonetisation to GST. It takes on corporate honchos and people in the position of power, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Fri, Nov 10, 2017
November 09, 2017 18:43 IST
Katheyondu Shuruvaagide is a romantic-comedy, which will mark the directorial debut of Senna Hegde in Kannada. Diganth revealed that his character in the film plays an unmarried man in his 30s, who runs a resort for a living. The film is co-produced by actor Rakshit Shetty along with Pushkara Mallikarjun under Paramvah Studios banner,
Thu, Nov 09, 2017
November 09, 2017 16:37 IST
Mallika Sukumaran, who is also the mother of actors Indrajith and Prithviraj, on the pooja of director Vinayan's comeback film Chalakkudykkaran Changath, shared that it was Vinayan, who supported their sons find the foothold in the industry during their trying times.
Thu, Nov 09, 2017
November 08, 2017 15:13 IST
Kannada superstar Shivarajkumar's will be next seen in Tagaru, which is directed by Duniya Soori. At the end of the teaser launch event, Shivarajkumar, Allu Sirish, Rakshith Shetty enthralled the fans at the Town Hall in Bengaluru by dancing to a popular musical number from Rakshith Shetty's hit film Ulidavaru Kandanthe.
Wed, Nov 08, 2017
November 08, 2017 12:06 IST
Actor Kamal Haasan who will soon be seen in Vishwaroopam II, has received sharp reactions from the BJP party and other Hindu outfits, including defamation cases and death threats. A leader of Akhil Bhartiya Hindu Mahasabha reportedly said Kamal should be shot dead or hanged.
Wed, Nov 08, 2017
November 07, 2017 14:23 IST
Kamal Haasan entered showbiz as a child artist in 1960 with Kalathur Kannamma, and played minor roles in several films, worked as a dance assistant before he established himself as a lead actor through legendary K Balachander movies. Even before Tamil audience could come to realise the potential of a struggling actor in the 1970s, he was first accepted as a hero by the Malayalam film audience.
Tue, Nov 07, 2017
November 07, 2017 09:23 IST
Happy Birthday Anushka Shetty: After being in the business for over a decade, the actor who played Devasena in Baahubali, has become one of the top choices of filmmakers down south. With a fan following at par with her male counterparts, she is a highly bankable actor today. Here's wishing Anushka a happy 36th.
Tue, Nov 07, 2017
November 06, 2017 20:32 IST
Ahead of Anushka Shetty's birthday, the first look of Bhaagamathie has dropped. Following the humongous success of Baahubali franchise, Anushka's popularity among fans in the other states down south has grown significantly. In order to cash in on that, the producers will be releasing the film simultaneously in Telugu, Tamil and Malayalam.
Tue, Nov 07, 2017



