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President Droupadi Murmu presented 66 Padma awards at Rashtrapati Bhavan. Violinist N Rajam received Padma Vibhushan. Actor Dharmendra was honored posthumously with Padma Vibhushan. Actor Prosenjit Chatterjee received Padma Shri. The ceremony recognized distinguished service in various fields. A total of 131 Padma awards were approved for 2026.

Vijay's upcoming film 'Jana Nayagan' is nearing its theatrical release, with producer Venkat K Narayana confirming it's likely within 14 days following certification progress. Meanwhile, the actor has officially begun his political journey, sworn in as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. Celebrities have extended congratulations on his historic win.

Suriya's action drama 'Karuppu,' co-starring Trisha, has received a U/A certificate and is set for a grand worldwide release on May 14. The film, reportedly featuring Suriya as an advocate seeking divine justice, promises a blend of action, drama, and spirituality. With a strong supporting cast and technical crew, anticipation is high for this much-awaited entertainer.

After years of delays and false starts, the long-awaited biopic on legendary actor Madhubala is finally taking shape. The makers have locked in Sara Arjun to step into the shoes of the iconic star, marking a significant milestone for the ambitious project. The film will also mark Sara’s first major Hindi outing following the massive success of the Dhurandhar franchise, with Dhurandhar: The Revenge further boosting her rising career.

Legendary filmmaker Adoor Gopalakrishnan and megastar Mammootty's 'Padayatra' might skip a wide theatrical release for a digital premiere after festival showcases. This marks their fourth collaboration, following critically acclaimed films like 'Vidheyan' and 'Mathilukal'. While no official confirmation exists, this specialized distribution strategy is generating significant industry buzz.

'Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge' is redefining box office history with every passing day. Directed by Aditya Dhar and starring Ranveer Singh, Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Rampal, R. Madhavan, Rakesh Bedi and Sara Arjun, the espionage thriller has become the first Hindi film ever to cross Rs. 1,000 crore in India net collections. On day 28, the film is chasing the Rs. 1,100 crore domestic milestone with a live India net of Rs. 1,096.19 crore and a worldwide gross of Rs. 1,727.93 crore.

Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge has made history, becoming the first Bollywood film to cross Rs 1,000 crore net collection across all versions. This spy action entertainer achieved this milestone on its 18th day, also setting a new record by surpassing Rs 900 crore net in Hindi alone.

Long before electoral arithmetic began to matter, the Ezhavas were fighting for something more fundamental. Recognition, dignity and access. In 1896, a petition signed by 13,176 members of the community was submitted to the Travancore maharaja, protesting their exclusion from government jobs. It was not merely a grievance letter. It was an early articulation of collective political consciousness.

Filming for the campus romance 'Prem Patta' has commenced in Kozhikode, set against an NSS camp backdrop. Directed by Aamir Pallikkal, the film promises a fresh take on youthful love stories in Malayalam cinema. Mamta Mohandas graced the launch event. The movie features Jomon Jyothir in the lead, supported by a blend of new faces and established actors.

Tamil Nadu's political landscape sees caste-based parties aligning with major Dravidian outfits to gain legislative representation. These alliances, often driven by electoral prospects rather than ideology, allow smaller outfits to contest on larger parties' symbols, influencing multi-cornered contests and securing community interests.

Celebrated actor R. Madhavan, widely recognized for his selective script choices, has amassed a remarkable net worth of Rs 125 crore. His financial acumen stems from early investments in real estate and a grounded, middle-class ethos, which stands in stark contrast to a previous slip in the stock market.

A college student, caught gate-crashing a wedding for the food, confessed his uninvited status to the groom. Instead of anger, the groom displayed remarkable generosity, inviting the student to eat freely and even take food for his hostel friends. This heartwarming act of kindness went viral, showcasing true Indian hospitality.

Former joint director of CBI K Madhavan died in Delhi early on Saturday. He was 83.

Dhurandhar: The Revenge by Aditya Dhar opened big on March 19, thrilling with Ranveer Singh's spy saga against Pakistan terrorists. Ravi Kishan praises it "intense, unforgettable" on X. Stars: Arjun Rampal, Madhavan, Sanjay Dutt, Yami Gautam.

KOCHI: N K Madhavan, a former Communist leader, who passed away at Paravoor in Ernakulam district on Monday, was cremated Tuesday.

Elevated from his role at Star India as head for businesses in south India to country manager, K Madhavan has now been appointed president at the Walt Disney Company India and Star India with immediate effect. The announcement comes just months ahead of India’s massive sports industry, especially cricket, entering a phase of rights-renewal soon.

Madhavan, who was involved in forming it, had quit the party last month, alleging "there is a lot of dominance of some evil forces".

Madhavan, who has all along been involved in the formation of the Peravai, alleged there "is a lot of dominance of some evil forces," in the outfit that was recently launched.

Actor-producer Prakash Bare essays the role of eminent poet k madhavan Nair on the big screen.

KANNUR: Well known journalist and Managing Editor of leading eveninger Sudhinam, Miniyeri Madhavan died here on Monday following a heart attack. He was 65.

Alleging that Sasikala and her clan dominated the house and restricted the access of blood relatives and true well-wishers, Madhavan said the Sasikala family had not paid any attention to the leader’s health.