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Well begun, just half doneWithout giving in to the demands of formula, Vallamai Thaaraayo’s creator Madhumita goes about her task of presenting a film that rises above commercial gimmicks. But eschewing the format alone cannot make a film ... 
Watch it with friendsDe Taali is not a bad film. Except for the songs that test your patience, right from the first frame. Four songs in the first half, none of them actually contributing to the story-telling. The opening credits begin with chalk-graffiti on a ... 
Hats off to Mr. Smarty PantsUnderdog films are always fun. More so when they feature your favourite TV stars doing what they do best. If you loved Michael Scott, the obnoxious boss from “The Office” (the US version), you are going to love ... 
Chemistry works better than mathIf you know how Blackjack is played, you are in to learn a few cool ways to cheat, applying a little mathematics.Unlike the casino heists that Danny Ocean and Co would pull off, this one is more believable because Robert Luketic’s ...
THE STYLE FILE The C Factor fashion intermission Comfort, cut and colour are the three Cs that dictate Reema Sen’s style sense Grill mill -- Chaya Singh Apoorva Sahodarargal 1949 M. K. Radha, R. Nagendra Rao, L. Narayana Rao, P. Bhanumathi, G. Pattu Iyer, Lakshmiprabha, Suryaprabha and `Stunt' Somu LOVE/HATE 
Why I like... JohnnyIn the last 30 years that I’ve been watching movies, the three films that are right on top of the list are Nizhal Nijamagirathu, Johnny and Nayakan.Of the three, the best I like is Johnny because I could ... LOVE/HATE 
Why I hate… DasavathaaramI only love two actors — Kamal and Rajni. If I love Rajni 100 per cent, I love Kamal 101 per cent. I am not sure if Kamal can ever outdo his performance in Nayakan. He played more roles in Nayakan than in Dasavathaaram – ... Cine Quiz 1. Which 1980s film starring Oscar winners Robin Williams and Forest Whittaker has an Asian country’s name in its title? 
My first breakI am basically a keyboard player. When I was in Standard IX I brought out a pop album ‘Style Style’ and later when I was in Standard XI ‘Shamma’ which consists of Islamic love songs. ‘Shamma’ was sent to ...
Ode to a dancing star Cyd Charisse mesmerised the audience with her dancing skills
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MOVIESTom Farrell, a navy officer, gets posted at the Pentagon and reports to the Secretary of Defence, David Brice. Unaware that she is his boss’s mistress, he befriends Susan and what follows is a torrid affair between the two. When Susan is ... 
SERIESThis week’s episode is the last in the series. Andrew examines early Christian art and the reasons for its evolution during the Renaissance. He also reveals just how far modern artists have been influenced by the pre-perspective view of ... 
SERIALSSouthfull is a 15-minute show which provides a sneak peek at the Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, English and Tamil films that are due to hit the screen. This week, clips from movies such as “Dhaam Dhoom”, “Tenavattu” and ...
Randy and Robot Ratnavelu is excited about his cinematography for Shankar’s much-hyped next film HOT FROM HOLLYWOOD 
Justin’s obsessionPop icon Justin Timberlake is the latest in a line of stars to admit he suffers from the psychiatric condition Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. Justin says his obsession means he needs to make sure objects are lined up perfectly in front of him. ... 
Something fishyThe Devil Wears Prada beauty Anne Hathaway reckons she could live on sushi for the rest of her life. The svelte star insists the Japanese style of cooking is so healthy she could eat it forever and stay healthy. “If I could only eat one ... Political ambition Former Eighties wild child Corey Feldman is vying to be the next Hollywood star to get into politics. The Lost Boys star has recovered from his troubles with drink and drugs to re-launch his acting career as well as a dream to ... 
Wedding belle?Blonde bombshell Jessica Simpson has had marriage on her mind ever since her younger sister Ashlee tied the knot. Even though her first marriage to Newlyweds co-star Nick Lachey ended in tears, Jess says it has not put her off ... 
Tea for TyraSupermodel-turned-chat show host Tyra Banks has revealed the secret to all her best money-making ideas — a cup of tea. She says she came up with the idea for America’s Next Top Model while she was making a brew and now she has a cup ... 
Batman loosens upChristian Bale’s new Batman suit is a real head-turner. The Brit actor says the costume he wears for new Batman movie The Dark Knight means fans will see the Caped Crusader looking a lot less stiff this time out. ... |
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