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Tamil Movie Review: Meiyazhagan 2024: Brilliant, Great Chemistry and Must Watch

Meiyazhagan Tamil Movie Karthi Arvind Swamy Family Premkumar

A celebrated blockbuster, ‘Meiyazhagan’ boasts an impressive 8.4 rating on IMDb. Starring the brilliant and , the film garnered widespread acclaim for its poignant exploration of complex relationships and its evocative portrayal of . Their on-screen chemistry further enriched the heartfelt storytelling, captivating audiences. Image source: IMDB

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Malaysia 101: The Majestic Batu Caves: History, Celebrations and the Giant Lord Murugan Statue

Batu Caves Thaipusam Old Photo Religion Hindu Malaysia India

In the 1950s, was already a significant site for the community in , with the annual being celebrated since the late 19th century. The caves, with their stunning natural limestone formations, had been a place of worship and pilgrimage for decades. During this time, the area surrounding Batu Caves began to develop, although it was not as built up as it is today. The iconic Murugan statue that now stands at the entrance had not yet been constructed; it would become a later addition that further solidified the caves’ status as a religious landmark. Image source: Astro Ulagam

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Language 101: Tamil Language: The Powerful Voice of an Ancient Civilization

Tamil Language Brihadisvara Temple History Thanjavur India

The Brihadisvara , a remarkable example of Chola architecture, stands majestically in Thanjavur, Nadu. Constructed in the 11th century by the great Chola emperor Rajaraja I, it is adorned with Tamil inscriptions that provide valuable insights into the period’s , culture, and art. These inscriptions, etched in elegant calligraphy, are not just historical records but also a testament to the temple’s significance as a center of religious and social life during the Chola dynasty. Image source: Britannica

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Tamil Movie Review: Ghilli 2004: A Pioneering Unstoppable Force in Tamil Cinema

Ghilli Vijay Trisha Tamil Movie

‘Ghilli’ is a groundbreaking film in the realm of , released 20 years ago in 2004. Helmed by renowned director Dharani, this action-packed drama features eminent stars such as Vijay in the lead role, supported by the talented Krishnan. The film follows the gripping tale of a daring kabaddi player named Velu, portrayed by Vijay, who becomes entangled in a high-stakes rescue mission. His journey involves saving a young woman, Dhanalakshmi (played by Trisha Krishnan), from the clutches of a merciless faction leader. Image source: Reddit

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My Favourite Tamil Song 101: Nee Kavithaigala – Deep & Beautiful Lover’s Lullaby

Nee Kavithaigala Maragatha Naanayam Tamil Song

The “Maragatha Naanayam” released in 2017 was a fantasy adventure comedy directed by ARK Saravan and one of the standout aspects of the was its , with the song “” becoming a fan favourite. Poster source: IMDB

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History 101: Famous Malaysian Indians & Their Major Achievements

Indian Tamil Rubber Estate Old Photo History

‘s rich cultural tapestry is woven together by the diverse communities that call this beautiful country home. Among these communities, the diaspora has played a significant role in shaping the nation’s and development since achieving independence, known as Merdeka, in 1957. Image source: Aliran

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Tamil Movie Review: Mani Ratnam’s Ponniyin Selvan Part 2 – Rushed & Not Engaging

Ponniyin Selvan Part 2 Mani Ratnam Tamil Movie

‘s is undoubtedly one of the most highly anticipated of recent times. As a sequel to the first part, this film continues the epic saga based on Kalki Krishnamurthy’s . Image source: IMDB

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RIP Actor Politician Vijayakanth: 1952 – 2023

Vijayakanth Tamil Actor Movie

In the realm of , there have been many actors who have left an indelible mark on the industry and one such is , fondly known as “Captain” by his fans, was a force to be reckoned with in the film industry. Image source: Quora

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Tamil Movie Review: 96 2018 – A Nostalgic Love Story

96 vijay sethupathi Trisha Tamil Movie

is a 2018 – romantic drama film written and directed by C. Premkumar. It stars and Krishnan as Ram and Jaanu, two high school sweethearts who reunite after 22 years at a reunion of their batch. The film explores the and that they feel for each other, despite being married to different people. Image source: IMDB

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My Favourite Tamil Song 101: Azhagae Sugama – The Pain of Separation

Paarthale Paravasam Tamil

The 2001 Paarthale Paravasam directed by late legendary director K. Balachander and starring Madhavan and Simran, the movie did not do well at the Tamil box office but then again, the soundtrack from A.R. Rahman namely one titled Azhagae Sugama has become one of the must-have songs in the playlist. Image source: Amazon.

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Nostalgic Tamil Song 101: Mouna Ragam’s Hopeful Sad Mandram Vandha Song 1986

Mouna Ragam Mani Ratnam Revathi Karthik

One of three of ‘s classic, epic of the 1980s, and 1990s is the 1986 Mouna Ragam which means the Silent Symphony and stars Mohan, Revathi, Karthik & the very funny V. K. Ramasamy. It is a that has 2 parts –one is a current that tells of a forced marriage and another is a flashback tragic story. Image source: Amazon.

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Nostalgic Tamil Song 101: Sivaji Ganesan As The Hardworking Babu & The Beautiful Idho Endhan Deivam 1971

Tamil Movie Sri Devi Sivaji Ganesan Babu 1971

A screengrab from the , starring the late Nadigar Thilagam, Sivaji Ganesan and a very young Sri Devi. It was pointed out that the first of October was ‘s and had he lived, he would have been 94 years old this year.

Sivaji Ganesan passed away on 21st July 2001 at an age of 72 and by then had acted in some 288 ; a majority of it has been in movies.

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