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Aishwarya Rai Bachchan fondly recalled her early days in Tamil cinema, emphasizing how the 'Jeans' and 'Iruvar' teams made her feel at home despite her newcomer status and language barrier. She credited their support for her confidence and growth as an actress. Her recent return with 'Ponniyin Selvan' further cemented her enduring connection with Kollywood.

Sobhita Dhulipala is set to star in Pa Ranjith's upcoming Tamil film 'Vettuvam,' describing it as her best performance to date. She revealed audiences will see her in a "crazy" and "apocalyptic" avatar, with the movie promising action, dance, and intense drama across various time periods. The film also features Arya and Dinesh.

My character in Blast is fierce, unafraid and is trained in martial arts. I've explored something that hasn't been done a lot in Tamil cinema, says Preity Mukhundhan.

Dhanush's action thriller 'Kara' has garnered positive audience reactions following its theatrical release on April 30. Praised for its intense action, rural setting, and Dhanush's compelling performance, the film is now slated for a Netflix streaming debut around May 28, 2026, though an official date is pending. The movie centers on a reformed thief drawn back into crime.

Two students from Tamil Nadu's tribal communities have achieved a significant milestone by clearing the Common Law Admission Test. S Ranjith and S K Sathya will now pursue law degrees at prestigious institutions.

Dhanush's latest film 'Kara' is facing a significant box office slowdown, with its 19th-day collection dropping to a low of over Rs 8 lakh. This dip follows a strong opening week and a subsequent decline, compounded by a clash with Suriya's 'Karuppu'. The action thriller, exploring themes of survival and human emotions, has garnered mixed reviews.

The swearing-in ceremony of Thalapathy Vijay as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu turned into one of the biggest talking points online this week. While videos from the event — ranging from the actor-politician’s speech to his power dressing — quickly went viral, it was Trisha Krishnan who unexpectedly grabbed social media’s attention with her elegant appearance at the ceremony. Internet users dug up an old photograph of Aishwarya from her meeting with former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee in 2000, where the actress wore a similar blue saree with golden embroidery.

Amidst a fractured political landscape, VCK's Sinthanai Selvan urged DMK and AIADMK to back Thol Thirumavalavan for Chief Minister, citing a need for stability. He argued against a 'star-driven' leader, advocating for Thirumavalavan's experience to prevent populist capture and foster hope for the masses in Tamil Nadu.

Andipatti, a constituency with a rich political legacy, is gearing up for a fierce electoral battle. Recent results show a close contest between DMK and AIADMK. The upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections will witness a triangular fight, with key issues like welfare, law and order, and identity politics dominating the campaign discourse.

Dhanush's latest action thriller, 'Kara', is holding steady at the box office, raking in Rs 31.41 crore net in India. Directed by Vignesh Raja, the film, which also stars Mamitha Baiju, follows a reformed thief drawn back into crime. Despite mixed reviews, the movie has shown a decent theatrical run since its April 30, 2026 release.

Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK) criticizes actor-politician Vijay's TVK for seeking government support via WhatsApp messages instead of direct consultations. VCK questions Vijay's political handling and accuses his party of misguiding him and exploiting his popularity while also criticizing TVK's stance on dynastic politics and resort politics.

In the realm of South Indian cinema, Trisha Krishnan stands tall as a financial powerhouse, with her net worth soaring to about Rs 85 crore. This wealth stems from her successful films and lucrative partnerships with various brands. Her paychecks have skyrocketed, reportedly reaching Rs 5 crore for individual films and occasionally hitting Rs 10-12 crore for blockbuster projects.

Pradeep Ranganathan's 'Love Insurance Kompany' has concluded its theatrical run with a Rs. 66.47 crore worldwide collection, breaking his 100 crore streak. Despite strong pre-release buzz and a reported Rs. 90-100 crore budget, the film underperformed, leading to fan disappointment and online trolling. However, the movie is now finding a new audience on OTT, particularly among families.

Dhanush and Mamitha Baiju's latest offering, 'Kara', is witnessing a lukewarm reception at the box office, with its collections tapering off after an encouraging premiere. To date, the film has achieved Rs 30.26 crore net domestically and Rs 10.15 crore in foreign markets, culminating in a total of Rs 45.04 crore globally in just over a week.

O. Panneerselvam, a former AIADMK leader, has won the Bodinayakanur seat as a DMK candidate in the 2026 Assembly elections. He defeated Prakash S, marking a significant political shift in his traditional stronghold. The election campaign focused on welfare, industrial growth, and political identity debates.