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S Subhakeerthana

An armchair philosopher. Procrastinator. Fledgling screenwriter. Subhakeerthana is a Copy Editor at Indian Express. She spends her time watching Tamil classics and listening to Ilaiyaraaja. Moved by films, characters and books.

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Boomerang movie review: Wants to be ambitious, but doesn’t end up that way

March 09, 2019 14:41 IST

R Kannan does similar things like what AR Murugadoss did in Sarkar, Anand Shankar did in NOTA and Prabhu did in LKG—discuss the pressing issues—weave them into the script. I think filmmakers need to be told it’s okay to make films that don’t have political references.

Sat, Mar 09, 2019

Tamil cinema doesn’t display a gender bias? Think twice!

March 08, 2019 16:32 IST

We say things have changed. It is 2019, but when a woman makes a film like 90ml, she is targeted personally.

Fri, Mar 08, 2019

We make films for the audience, not the critics: RJ Balaji

March 04, 2019 11:11 IST

RJ Balaji talks about turning a writer for LKG, besides how he reacts to criticism and more.

Mon, Mar 04, 2019

It’s high time Tamil cinema stopped hero-worshipping: Chezhiyan

March 04, 2019 08:36 IST

Cinematographer Chezhiyan on his award-winning directorial debut To Let and what inspired him to get into filmmaking.

Mon, Mar 04, 2019

90 ml movie review: A non-judgmental fun ride with some genuine female bonding

March 01, 2019 21:46 IST

90 ml movie review: Alagiya Asura aka Anita Udeep understands she is not trying to make another Magalir Mattum and keeps the characters flawed yet real. That works to the great advantage of the film.

Fri, Mar 01, 2019

Dha Dha 87 movie review: A wasted opportunity with a bizarre twist

March 01, 2019 18:25 IST

Dha Dha 87 movie review: Dha Dha 87 can leave you utterly depressed. Watch this film at your own risk.

Fri, Mar 01, 2019

Thirumanam movie review: A boring story caught in a time warp

March 01, 2019 15:38 IST

Thirumanam movie review: Thirumanam could have easily been a Kalyana Samayal Saadham, but Cheran lets you down with a predictable and outdated script.

Fri, Mar 01, 2019

Thadam movie review: A thriller that doesn’t disappoint

March 01, 2019 10:39 IST

Thadam movie review: At first glance, Thadam, inspired by real events, comes across as a pretty straightforward urban thriller. But as the layers peel, you discover it is cleverly written—in parts.

Fri, Mar 01, 2019

Rashmika Mandanna all set to make her Kollywood debut

February 26, 2019 12:27 IST

Rashmika Mandanna will star opposite Karthi in an untitled project directed by Bakkiyaraj Kannan of Remo fame.

Tue, Feb 26, 2019

LKG movie review: An unapologetic crowd-pleaser that literally spares no one

February 22, 2019 19:39 IST

LKG movie review: Unfortunately, the story doesn’t rise above spoofing the cliched political characters and situations.

Fri, Feb 22, 2019

Kanne Kalaimaane review: The Seenu Ramasamy film leaves you wanting more

February 22, 2019 17:06 IST

Kanne Kalaimaane movie review: Though Kanne Kalaimaane tries to be an ambitious film, despite much potential for drama, it lacks a strong script that most Seenu Ramasamy films have.

Tue, Feb 26, 2019

To Let movie review: An authentic bittersweet family drama

February 22, 2019 08:59 IST

To Let movie review: The film is Chezhiyan's sincere attempt to tell a story in the most realistic way. Hence, it comes as no surprise that it won the National Award under the Best Tamil Film category.

Fri, Feb 22, 2019

I am yet to play a character which is close to my real-life persona: GV Prakash Kumar

February 20, 2019 10:59 IST

GV Prakash Kumar gets talking about his upcoming releases lined up for this year—100% Kaadhal, Kuppathu Raja, Adangathey, Jail, Ayngaran and Watchman, besides composing music for Dhanush’s Asuran.

Wed, Feb 20, 2019

Not sure if I am a good actor: Sadhana Venkatesh

February 20, 2019 08:58 IST

Sadhana Venkatesh talks about her experience of playing Paapa in the critically-acclaimed Peranbu.

Wed, Feb 20, 2019

Simran-Trisha adventure film to have three songs

February 19, 2019 21:25 IST

Featuring Simran and Trisha in the lead, this yet-to-be-titled project that has deep-sea stunt sequences will go on floors in March.

Tue, Feb 19, 2019

Kalyani Priyadarshan to star in Sivakarthikeyan-Mithran film

February 19, 2019 18:57 IST

Kalyani Priyadarshan is on board for Sivakarthikeyan’s next directed by PS Mithran of Irumbu Thirai fame. This untitled project, that has Arjun Sarja as the antagonist, will go on floors from March 13 onwards.

Tue, Feb 19, 2019

Oru Adaar Love: The ‘wink’ girl’s debut film is a ticket to disaster

February 16, 2019 09:27 IST

I don’t think there is any reason why the film is called Oru Adaar Love. Instead, Oru Alambu Love could have been apt.

Sat, Feb 16, 2019

Dev movie review: The Karthi film can be satisfactory if you lower your expectations

February 14, 2019 18:05 IST

Dev movie review: Dev, starring Karthi, Rakul Preet, Prakash Raj and Ramya Krishnan, is a simple, lighthearted story that states what happens, but doesn't analyse.

Thu, Feb 14, 2019

I don’t think I am close to even 10 per cent of Mammukka’s talent: Anjali Ameer

February 13, 2019 08:06 IST

Anjali Ameer on Peranbu, besides how it feels to be the first transsexual, perhaps, to play a female lead in Indian cinema.

Wed, Feb 13, 2019

Vijay Sethupathi on a signing spree

February 11, 2019 16:45 IST

Vijay Sethupathi has signed his next, a sports drama, in which he will be seen as a volleyball player.

Mon, Feb 11, 2019

Gautham Karthik and Santhosh P Jayakumar team up for the third time

February 11, 2019 16:20 IST

Produced by Gnanavel Raja under Studio Green banner, Santhosh P Jayakumar directorial Theemai Dhaan Vellum, starring Gautham Karthik, will be a mystery thriller with loads of action-packed sequences.

Mon, Feb 11, 2019