Rajinikanth's revelation underscores his hands-on role in Padayappa (1999), where he crafted the story and produced it pseudonymously to mark his 25th year in cinema, aligning with his debut in 1975.
The film's antagonist, Neelambari, draws from Nandhini in Kalki Krishnamurthy's Ponniyin Selvan, a vengeful character whose traits fueled the blockbuster's dramatic rivalry, as confirmed in recent re-release promotions and prior interviews.
Timed for a 4K re-release on December 12, 2025—Rajinikanth's birthday and 50th career anniversary—this disclosure revives interest in the film, which grossed over ₹20 crore and remains a cultural touchstone in Tamil cinema.
the December 16, 2025, premiere of "Heartiley Battery," a Tamil Zee5 original romantic sci-fi series directed by Sadasivam Senthil Rajan, blending quirky romance with scientific concepts to explore modern relationships.
The attached poster features leads in urban attire against a city skyline, crediting production by Elysium Maxima and AllO Media, with tagline "Calculate Your Love" hinting at a device or app quantifying emotions.
Recent trailer from producers like Aju Varghese emphasize its fresh rom-com vibe, generating buzz ahead of launch amid growing demand for innovative Tamil OTT content.
This teaser post announces an upcoming reveal for a new Tamil film co-produced by Karthik Subbaraj's Stone Bench and Lokesh Kanagaraj's G Squad, directed by Rathna Kumar, with details dropping on December 9, 2025.
The artwork features a rainy street scene with a couple sharing a red umbrella, evoking nostalgic romance, paired with a tagline highlighting a pre-digital era before apps like Tinder, Bumble, and Oyo for authentic connections.
The Team Offl, it aligns with earlier hints from Lokesh Kanagaraj in July 2025 and has sparked buzz in Kollywood, including hopes for Rathna Kumar's return after his 2019 debut Nerkonda Paarvai.
the final runtime of 2 hours 9 minutes for the Tamil film Vaa Vaathiyaar, heighten anticipation ahead of its December 12, 2025 theatrical release.
Directed by Nalan Kumarasamy, the movie stars Karthi as a cop raised by an MGR fanatic grandfather (Sathyaraj), blending action, comedy, and generational drama with an ensemble cast including Krithi Shetty and Raj Kiran.
Early buzz from pre-release events highlights the film's nostalgic MGR tribute and commercial-fantasy elements, with fans praising the runtime as ideal for its high-energy masala style.
the official trailer for "Panchayat," an independent Tamil web series directed by and starring Vimaliesh Sekar, blending rural romance, revenge, and political intrigue in a village setting.
The poster highlights a raw, rustic narrative with intense action sequences, featuring Sai Dhanyaa as co-lead and music by Naveed Rehman, produced by Maharaja Creations for YouTube release.
It taps into Tamil cinema's growing web series trend, earning quick shares from influencers but modest initial engagement of 54 likes and 3,800 views.
The first-look poster for GV Prakash's upcoming Tamil film Happy Raj, featuring a vibrant, chaotic wedding scene with Prakash in a stylish, long-haired look holding a soda bottle amid festive mayhem.
Titled to evoke positivity, the film targets Gen Z audiences by blending traditional Indian wedding tropes with youthful, "cool" energy, as seen in fan posts praising its experimental vibe and departure from Prakash's usual romantic or dramatic roles.
Early reactions suggest high entertainment value with mass appeal and subtle social messages, supported by Prakash's dual role as lead actor and likely composer, building on his track record in youth-oriented hits like Bachelor.
