Harris Jayaraj, the man behind the melodious music of films like Minnalae, Majnu, 12 B, Ullam Ketkumae, Kaakha Kaakha, Anniyan, Vettaiyaadu Vilaiyaadu and so on, is celebrating his birthday today.Being the versatile composer that he is, Harris has delivered hits in every film that…

Saroja Devi, who has enthralled many with her charming looks and pristine performances, was fondly called 'Abinaya Saraswathi' by many. Her sheer presence was always enough to radiate the screen. Her histrionic abilities amply complemented her charisma. Lovers of yesteryear films can never forget her…

It was a year to celebrate for Ajith fans. The actor bounced back strikingly with hits in Thirupathi and Varalaru. It was a year worth remembering for Vishal (Sandai Kozhi and Thimiru) too. Also Bharath enjoyed his share of luck with hits in Pattiyal and…

With New Year just round the corner, Kollywood is witnessing a host of movies getting released one after another. The last week saw S A Chandrasekhar's Nenjirukkum Varai, GV Film's Thirudi and all newcomer starrer Kadhalum Kattru Mara getting released. Half-a-dozen movies are ready to…

With just a few days left to enter the New Year, a look back at 2006 highlights the abundant musical talent that the Tamil film industry encompasses.With Rahman, Ilayaraja, Harris Jayaraj, Vidyasagar and Yuvan coming out with catchy tunes, the industry saw several songs…

Irandu strikesThree movies released last week-end - Madhavan's Irandu, Vishal starrer Sivapathikaram and the all newcomer starrer Aavani Thingal.Fortunately for Madhavan, Irandu directed by Sundar C and produced by Kushboo, has taken a bumper opening in Chennai and the suburbs. A hilarious entertainer,…

Cinematographer - director Jeeva has a penchant for romantic stories. His earlier movies 12 B and Ullam Ketkumae dealt with love.Says Jeeva, 'Romance always finds a special place in Tamil movies. My new film July Kaatril is also about love.'Talking to media persons…

Finally it's a ray of hope for Sathurangam. The movie starring Srikanth and Sonia Agarwal was complete almost a year ago. Unfortunately due to financial constraints, it has been lying in the cans since then.Director Karu Palaniappan had even gone ahead to complete his…

The season of name changes continues. Noted Kannada director Dwaraki Raghavan, whose maiden Tamil directorial venture By2 is ready for release, has opted for a title change.Following State government's announcement of tax exemption for movies titled in Tamil, By2 will henceforth be called as…

Jeyam Ravi's Unakkum Enakkum success at the box-office did revive his fortunes in Kollywood.As a result, he attracted the attention of several production houses.Currently shooing for Deepavali, produced by director Lingusamy, Ravi has enough offers to keep himself busy for the next couple…