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Latest news from and about the homeland

Having delivered the acclaimed romantic fantasy comedy ‘Oh My Kadavule’ in 2020, Ashwath Marimuthu returns with his sophomore feature ‘Dragon’ starring Pradeep Ranganathan, who also follows his directorial and starring debut to collaborate with his long time friend. The trailer hints at a film along similar lines to Sivakarthikeyan’s 2022 film ‘Don,’ however, this is thankfully not the case.…

Nilavaku En Mel Innadi Kobam - An underbaked rom-com

Dhanush continues his directorial journey into directing with his latest film romantic comedy ‘Nilavaku En Mel Innadi Kobam,’ featuring an ensemble cast of youngsters and newcomers.

A multicultural Pongal celebration in Pittsburgh celebrates Tamil identity

Pongal Sangamam, hosted by Kelir Books’ We Are Tamil Too (WATT) and the Fulbright Association in the United States, was a vibrant celebrated linguistic and cultural diversity centered around Pongal, the Tamil harvest festival in Pittsburg last month.

Vidaamuyarchi - A good effort

With his latest feature, Thirumeni presents a more stripped down and lean film for Ajith Kumar, going against the ‘hero worship’ seen from the star's recent films. 

Eelam Tamils win World of Dance Switzerland and head to World Championships

An Eelam Tamil group, victorious in World of Dace Switzerland, are now heading for the World Championships in Los Angeles, USA.

Ashwin Sakthivel makes his mark in Hollywood

British Tamil actor Ashwin Sakthivel excelled in his role as Vinod Pradeep in the new Prime Video series The Pradeeps of Pittsburgh.

Thai Pongal celebrated for the first time at a British school

The students and staff of Burlington Junior and Infant School in New Malden, UK, celebrated Thai Pongal, marking the first time it has been observed in a British school with its school students. 

First ever British Eelam Tamil to star in BBC’s The Apprentice

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Dr Jana Denzel is set to be the first Eelam Tamil contestant on BBC’s hit show “The Apprentice”, as it kicks off on TV screens across the UK next week.

The Apprentice, now in its 19th series, sees contestants from all over the UK compete for a £250,000 investment from British business tycoon Lord Sugar.  

From London to Jaffna - Sahi Siva's worldwide musical journey

Sahi Siva talks about his musical journey, what has inspired his work and his UNNAALE Album world tour which will be hitting Jaffna.

Madha Gaja Raja - Film of a bygone era

Much like a time capsule, Sundar C’s ‘Madha Gaja Raja’ has finally been unearthed, twelve years after the intended release date.

Kadhalikka Neramillai - Formulaic

Kiruthiga Udhayanidhi’s latest feature is a romantic dramedy attempting to push boundaries.