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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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The Extraordinary Journey of the Fakir: Everything about this naive fairy tale is ordinary
June 25, 2019 08:37 IST
We need to understand not all compelling stories can be made into compelling films.
Tue, Jun 25, 2019
People find me intimidating and I am okay with it: Taapsee Pannu
June 25, 2019 07:30 IST
The unconventional Taapsee Pannu on picking interesting films and how it was to shoulder Game Over.
Tue, Jun 25, 2019
A day inside the Bigg Boss Tamil 3 house
June 24, 2019 07:41 IST
How does it feel to be in a house with cameras watching you 24x7?
Mon, Jun 24, 2019
Tracing the journey of Thalapathy
June 22, 2019 09:32 IST
Vijay, shown as an embodiment of good in films, is certainly ‘God’ to his fans. There’s no stopping him.
Sat, Jun 22, 2019
Thumbaa movie review: An enjoyable children’s film that will leave you with a smile
June 21, 2019 19:11 IST
Thumbaa movie review: Thumbaa draws energy from the effortless camaraderie between the lead characters.
Fri, Jun 21, 2019
Nenjamundu Nermaiyundu Odu Raja movie review: Where are all the laughs?
June 17, 2019 07:13 IST
Nenjamundu Nermaiyundu Odu Raja movie review: Sivakarthikeyan’s second production venture, after Kanaa, turns into a drab exercise after a point.
Mon, Jun 17, 2019
Suttu Pidikka Utharavu movie review: Mysskin is all earnestness in this riveting thriller
June 17, 2019 06:58 IST
Director Susienthiran, who makes his acting debut with Suttu Pidikka Utharavu, is spot on. With a stern look, Mysskin, as usual, is cast in a tailor-made role.
Mon, Jun 17, 2019
Game Over: Taapsee Pannu scores high in this sensitively-made psychodrama
June 16, 2019 18:28 IST
Most of the events happen inside a house and Ashwin Saravanan manages to hold the audience's interest throughout, without losing grip on the narration.
Sun, Jun 16, 2019
Jhalki is rooted in real life: Brahmanand S Siingh
June 13, 2019 09:01 IST
Brahmanand S Siingh talks about collaborating with Boman Irani and directing child artistes.
Thu, Jun 13, 2019
I am not a mass actor like Ajith sir or Vijay sir: Vijay Antony
June 13, 2019 08:45 IST
Vijay Antony, whose Kolaigaran released to positive reviews, chats about being a ‘different actor’.
Thu, Jun 13, 2019
The best of Crazy Mohan and Kamal Haasan
June 11, 2019 01:19 IST
Behind every great film, there is a team of talented and dedicated artistes who work together tirelessly. In particular, when an actor and screenwriter develop a good rapport on and off screen, it becomes mutually rewarding. This was the case with Crazy Mohan and Kamal Haasan.
Tue, Jun 11, 2019
Crazy Mohan: A gem that everyone loves
June 10, 2019 19:28 IST
We not only lost a screenwriter par excellence but also a wonderful human being. Truly, he was one of a kind. We may have, perhaps, preferred to watch him in roles that made us laugh but he was a natural yet spontaneous actor.
Mon, Jun 10, 2019
Sai Pallavi: I don’t know how to act
June 08, 2019 12:30 IST
After making a name for herself in the Malayalam industry with Premam, Sai Pallavi is determined to take up more challenges on her home turf.
Sat, Jun 08, 2019
Kolaigaran movie review: A well-made investigative thriller with solid twists and turns
June 07, 2019 17:31 IST
Kolaigaran is ideal binge material—there is a twist at every turn, but they are all within the realm of the characters’ universe. This works largely to the advantage of the film.
Fri, Jun 07, 2019
I still don’t understand what a ‘Selvaraghavan film’ is: NGK director
June 06, 2019 08:16 IST
We catch NGK director Selvaraghavan in an introspective mood and if there’s someone who can be calm about artistic disquietude simmering within, it’s him.
Thu, Jun 06, 2019
Ilaiyaraaja: I keep thinking about music
June 02, 2019 08:46 IST
Ilaiyaraaja, who turns 76, gets talking about his early years as a music director and why his tunes have a unique space in the hearts of both commoners and connoisseurs.
Sun, Jun 02, 2019
NGK movie review: Works to some extent, elevated by Suriya’s performance
May 31, 2019 16:37 IST
NGK movie review: NGK, on the whole, isn’t satisfying. Simply put, it is neither a Selvaraghavan nor a Suriya film.
Fri, May 31, 2019
Selvaraghavan is a terrific actor: Suriya
May 30, 2019 15:20 IST
Actor Suriya is back to doing what he does best in Tamil film NGK - an intense role.
Thu, May 30, 2019
Neeya 2 movie review: A bad spiritual sequel to Neeya that will make you go WTF
May 24, 2019 23:05 IST
Neeya 2 movie review: For large parts, Neeya 2 feels staged than filmed, like watching an age-old drama recorded on camera than a film itself.
Fri, May 24, 2019
Lisaa movie review: This 3D ‘horror’ film is an awful mess
May 24, 2019 20:33 IST
Lisaa movie review: Lisaa has all components of a ‘horror’ film—creaky doors, blood-curdling screams, jump-scares, gory creatures—sans thought, script and a screenplay.
Fri, May 24, 2019
Only entertainment, no ‘message’: Mr Local director Rajesh
May 24, 2019 07:21 IST
Sivakarthikeyan and Nayanthara starrer Mr Local, which hit screens on May 17, has lived up to the expectations of the fans, resulting in more number of shows even in the second week, says director Rajesh.
Fri, May 24, 2019
Thiravam first impression: Prasanna shines in his digital debut that keeps you on your toes
May 22, 2019 13:58 IST
Prasanna is a terrific choice by the makers to play scientist Ravi Prakasam. Nowhere you see the actor, but simply see the character. And it’s here that Prasanna's acting chops is put to good use.
Wed, May 22, 2019
Vijay TV releases second promo of Bigg Boss Tamil 3
May 20, 2019 23:18 IST
Actor-politician Kamal Haasan will host Bigg Boss Tamil Season 3, and the season will go on air from the second week of June.
Mon, May 20, 2019
Dhanush’s maiden Hollywood venture to release on June 21
May 20, 2019 20:01 IST
Pakkiri, based on Romain Puertolas' book The Extraordinary Journey of the Fakir Who Got Trapped in an Ikea Wardrobe, also stars Berenice Bejo, Barkhad Abdi, Erin Moriarty and Abel Jafri in pivotal roles.
Mon, May 20, 2019
Monster movie review: A delightful and neatly-written film
May 17, 2019 21:42 IST
Monster movie review: What redeems Monster is SJ Suryah’s performance as Anjanam Azhagiya Pillai. He easily outshines everyone.
Fri, May 17, 2019Journalism of Courage
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