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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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Priyadarshan on Marakkar: Unlike Baahubali, we didn’t have money or time
December 20, 2021 18:58 IST
Priyadarshan talks about his dream film Marakkar: Arabikadalinte Simham getting mixed reviews, the challenge of doing a VFX-heavy movie on a limited budget and his long-lasting friendship with Mohanlal.
Tue, Dec 21, 2021
Pushpa The Rise review: Allu Arjun shines in this sprawling battle of egos
December 17, 2021 18:27 IST
Pushpa The Rise movie review: Allu Arjun walks away with the film with his strong performance. He embraces his deglamorized look and delivers a memorable performance.
Sat, Dec 18, 2021
‘Pushpa The Rise likely to make Rs 100 crore at the box office in first weekend,’ says trade analyst
December 16, 2021 18:29 IST
As per film journalist and trade analyst Suresh Kondi, Pushpa The Rise could gross Rs 35 crore on its opening day and could end the weekend with Rs 100 crores at the box office.
Fri, Dec 17, 2021
Shyam Singha Roy trailer: Nani stars in a love story of a revolutionary
December 15, 2021 13:33 IST
Nani's Shyam Singha Roy trailer gives a sense of its plot which transcends two eras. The film is set to open in cinemas on December 24.
Thu, Dec 16, 2021
Bigg Boss Tamil 5: How to guilt-trip a person and win a morality battle
December 13, 2021 13:44 IST
Kamal Haasan kept telling other housemates of Bigg Boss Tamil season 5 not to talk about the nature of relationship between Pavni Reddy and Abhinay. But, what he should have talked about is the mindsets that make the lives of other people difficult.
Mon, Dec 13, 2021
Superstar Rajinikanth, will you or won’t you?
December 12, 2021 08:18 IST
Rajinikanth finds himself in a position, which requires him to evolve and get out of his comfort zone once again and find a new template for his movies.
Mon, Dec 13, 2021
Vendhu Thanindhathu Kaadu teaser: Simbu, Gautham Menon and AR Rahman seem to have a winner
December 10, 2021 14:52 IST
Vendhu Thanindhathu Kaadu is Gautham Menon's first attempt at telling the tale of the downtrodden. He has made a career by authentically portraying the pains and pleasures of urban dwellers.
Fri, Dec 10, 2021
On Pa Ranjith’s birthday, Jai Bhim director TJ Gnanavel decodes politics in his work
December 08, 2021 14:25 IST
Pa.Ranjith broke ground and paved the way for several filmmakers to tell stories from the point of view of marginalized sections as opposed to showing how upper-class heroes react to the sufferings of the downtrodden.
Wed, Dec 08, 2021
Pushpa trailer: Fahadh Faasil, Allu Arjun promise an epic modern-day battle for wealth and power
December 06, 2021 22:29 IST
Pushpa marks Allu Arjun’s reunion with director Sukumar and composer Devi Sri Prasad. The trio has earlier delivered two blockbuster movies: Arya and Arya 2.
Tue, Dec 07, 2021
Akhanda review: Nandamuri Balakrishna film is an assault on the senses
December 02, 2021 17:09 IST
Akhanda movie review: Watching Akhanda in the theatre feels like an exercise in sensory deprivation. The only difference is, instead of feeling relaxed and calm afterwards, you may feel your senses have been deprived for good.
Tue, Mar 18, 2025
Marakkar Arabikadalinte Simham: 25 years in the making, Mohanlal film competed with a Mammootty-starrer on same subject
December 01, 2021 10:50 IST
Mohanlal's dream project Marakkar Arabikadalinte Simham went on the floors at a grand set built at Ramoji Film City in Hyderabad in December 2018.
Thu, Dec 02, 2021
Here’s why you should watch Garuda Gamana Vrishabha Vahana right away
November 30, 2021 16:45 IST
Garuda Gamana Vrishabha Vahana is a great piece of cinema writing. Films like this need to be watched and appreciated so we can expand the ecosystem where movies with artistic merits could thrive.
Tue, Nov 30, 2021
Maanaadu box office: Simbu’s comeback film collects Rs 22 crore in 3 days in TN
November 29, 2021 14:08 IST
Simbu's Maanaadu opened to glowing reviews, and judging from the initial box office figures, the audience seems to have also given a big thumbs up to the movie.
Mon, Nov 29, 2021
Drushyam 2 movie review: Jeethu Joseph keeps it simple and relatable
November 25, 2021 20:42 IST
Drushyam 2 movie review: If Drushyam was a thriller, the sequel is a proper family drama as the film only makes you bite your nails in the last 30 minutes.
Fri, Nov 26, 2021
Maanaadu movie review: Simbu’s time loop film is thoroughly entertaining
November 25, 2021 17:06 IST
Maanaadu movie review: Director Venkat Prabhu has several catchy ideas and has engagingly strung them together.
Fri, Nov 26, 2021
I am slightly unhappy: Drushyam 2 filmmaker Jeethu Joseph on his ‘thriller director’ tag
November 24, 2021 14:09 IST
In this exclusive interview with Indianexpress.com, Drushyam 2 filmmaker Jeethu Joseph opens up about his inspirations, his future projects and why he is not happy to be known only as a 'thriller director’.
Wed, Nov 24, 2021
How much did Rajinikanth starrer Annaatthe really make at the box office? Here’s a reality check
November 22, 2021 08:19 IST
By all accounts, Superstar Rajinikanth's Annaatthe had a massive opening at the box office across the world. Amid reports that the film has made over Rs 200 crore in two weeks, here's a reality check.
Tue, Nov 23, 2021
Churuli movie review: Lijo Jose Pellissery’s visually rich commentary on the human condition
November 19, 2021 17:44 IST
Lijo Jose Pellissery has done a beautiful job of visually imagining the mysterious maze laid down by screenwriter S. Hareesh. Cinematographer Madhu Neelakandan has explored the picturesque scenery of Churuli from various and vivid angles, giving us a pleasant viewing experience.
Sat, Nov 20, 2021
Drushyam 2 trailer: Venkatesh stars in a scene-by-scene remake of Drishyam 2
November 15, 2021 20:24 IST
Drushyam 2, starring Venkatesh, Meena, Tanikella Bharani, Nadhiya, Naresh, Sampath Raj, Kruthika, Jayakumar and Esther Anil, is set to premiere on November 25 on Amazon Prime Video.
Mon, Nov 15, 2021
Kanakam Kaamini Kalaham movie review: Nivin Pauly delivers a memorable comedy
November 12, 2021 21:28 IST
Kanakam Kaamini Kalaham movie review: This Nivin Pauly starrer is one of those films that will keep you smiling from start to end.
Sat, Nov 13, 2021
Kurup review: Dulquer Salmaan’s crime drama suffers from half measures
November 12, 2021 17:15 IST
Kurup movie review: Dulquer Salmaan steps into the shoes of criminal Sukumara Kurup whose fugitive status spanning almost 4 decades have turned him into something of an urban legend.
Sun, Nov 14, 2021
Annaatthe movie review: Is this the Rajinikanth film we deserve?
November 04, 2021 15:26 IST
Annaatthe review: Annaatthe features one of the biggest stars of India, and all it has to offer is a bunch of questionable wisdom on affection and relationships. There is something really wrong with what we consider big movies.
Fri, Nov 05, 2021
How Annaatthe pushed limits of Rajinikanth’s resilience
November 03, 2021 07:45 IST
As Annaatthe is set to open in cinemas on November 4, coinciding with Deepavali celebrations, we look at how shooting for this film during the pandemic challenged Superstar Rajinikanth both mentally and physically.
Wed, Nov 03, 2021
Jai Bhim review: Suriya’s most powerful drama yet
November 01, 2021 17:18 IST
Jai Bhim movie review: Suriya inhabits the role of a firebrand advocate with ease. It is as if he's not just performing the lines written by the director, but believes in every word and gesture he delivers in this film.
Tue, Nov 02, 2021
Puneeth Rajkumar, the beloved ‘Power Star’
October 29, 2021 19:09 IST
Puneeth Rajkumar passed away on Friday after suffering a heart attack. The 46-year-old actor was more than a celebrity to people in Karnataka, he was our unbreakable 'Power Star'.
Fri, Oct 29, 2021Journalism of Courage
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