Ten Tamil films lined up for release Friday
The Tamil box office usually witnesses a maximum of four releases every week, but a record 10 releases are slated to hit the screens Friday. It's not a healthy trend, says a trade expert.

Directors should start careers with small films: Ravi K. Chandran
Cinematographer-turned-filmmaker Ravi K. Chandran, who recently made his directorial debut with Tamil actioner "Yaan", feels directors should start their careers with small films to prove themselves and get noticed.

Vikram to dub for Telugu, Hindi versions of 'I'?
If all goes as planned, actor Vikram might dub for the Telugu and Hindi versions of Tamil romantic-thriller "I", which is expected to hit theatres early in 2015.

Want to translate small screen success to big screen: S.N. Shaktevel
Debutant director S.N. Shaktevel, who is popular for his hit serial "Chinna Papa Periya Papa", is confident that he can translate his successful stint on television to cinema with upcoming Tamil comedy "Ivanuku Thannila Gandam".

Tamil actress Maya attempts suicide for Jayalalitha
Tamil actress Maya Wednesday attempted suicide in front of police commissioner's office here to protest the imprisonment of former Tamil Nadu chief minister J. Jayalalitha.

Dubbed versions of 'Bang Bang!' hit the bull's eye
The Tamil and Telugu versions of Hrithik Roshan-starrer "Bang Bang!", which released Oct 2, jointly raked in over Rs.3 crore at the box office in five days. It's said to be the highest for a dubbed Hindi film.

'Kaaka Muttai' director's next won't feature any songs
Director M. Manikandan decided to exclude songs from his upcoming second Tamil directorial "Kutramum Dhandanayum" based on the feedback he received from audiences. He says engaging writing is enough to keep viewers hooked.

Remakes shouldn't be a carbon copy of original: Ramesh Aravind
Actor-filmmaker Ramesh Aravind says he isn't against the idea of a movie's remake as long as it doesn't end up being a "carbon copy" of the original. He prefers remaking a story with a touch of creativity.

Aishwarya Rajesh to essay first urban role in 'Thirudan Police'
Actress Aishwarya Rajesh, who has so far donned rural roles in her career in films such as "Rummy" and "Pannaiyarum Padminiyum", has donned her first urban character in forthcoming Tamil crime-comedy "Thirudan Police".

Tulasi doesn't mind playing mother on screen
Actress Tulasi says she doesn't mind taking up roles of a mother on screen as long as she has a crucial contribution to make to a film's story. In fact, she's also okay playing mother to any hero or heroine.