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Hans India
05-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Kattappa's Judgment Thriller Arrives June 13
Under the banner of Apollo Productions, producer Ravuri Venkata Swamy is bringing the Telugu version of the Tamil thriller 'Theerpugal Virkapadum', starring 'Baahubali' fame Sathyaraj in the lead role. Titled 'Kattappa Judgment' in Telugu, the film is all set to hit the screens on June 13. Sathyaraj, who played the iconic Kattappa in 'Baahubali', enjoys a strong emotional connection with Telugu audiences. His presence alone adds tremendous value to the film. The movie has completed its censor formalities and has been awarded a U/A certificate. The film features Madhusudhan Rao in a powerful antagonist role and is said to be packed with mass elements that will appeal to audiences across all categories. The storyline revolves around a suspenseful situation where Kattappa (Sathyaraj) delivers an unexpected judgment — a mystery that will unfold on the big screen. Directed by Dharan, the movie stars Smruthi Venkat, Sathyaraj, Harish Uthaman, Madhusudhan Rao, and Ravi Prasad in key roles.


Hans India
31-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
‘Tribanadhari Barbarik' theme song struck a haunting chord with listeners
A new wave of curiosity has swept through Telugu cinema with the announcement of Tribanadhari Barbarik, an upcoming anthology film written and directed by Mohan Srivatsa. With its intriguing structure, layered narrative, and mysterious central element — a book titled Tribanadhari — the film is generating significant buzz. The story interweaves multiple characters and timelines, all connected through the enigmatic book. Featuring a powerhouse cast including Sathyaraj, Vasishta Simha, Satyam Rajesh, Udhyabhanu, Sanchi Rai, Kranthi Kiran, VTV Ganesh, and Motta Rajendran, the film brings together a mix of veteran performers and fresh talent. However, how their lives intersect remains a closely guarded secret. Amplifying the intrigue is the recently released Barbarik Theme Song, which has struck a haunting chord with listeners. Composed by the experimental Infusion Band and penned by lyricist Sanare, the track blends soulful Indian melodies with atmospheric sounds. A chorus of powerful voices — Krishna Chaitanya, Sai Charan, Shiva, Harsha Vardhan, Valli Gayathri, Sindhuja Srinivasan, Nada Priya, Brundha — and a rap segment by Aditya Iyengar adds layers to the film's mood, mirroring the multi-threaded storytelling. Technically, the film boasts solid backing. Produced by Vijaypal Reddy, the visuals by DOP Kushendar Ramesh Reddy and the editing by Marthand K. Venkatesh are expected to enhance the film's narrative depth. Srinivas Punna's art direction will help transport viewers across timelines and realities. Tribanadhari Barbarik seems poised to be more than just an anthology — it aims to be a philosophical and emotional experience, inviting audiences to decode a cinematic puzzle.


Time of India
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Kaali Venkat's 'Madras Matinee' to hit screens on June 6
The makers of director Karthikeyan Mani's eagerly awaited entertainer,'Madras Matinee', featuring actors and Roshni Haripriyan in the lead, have now announced that the film will hit screens worldwide on June 6 this year. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Taking to its X timeline, Dream Warrior Pictures, the production house presenting the film, wrote, "Middle-class LIFE presented in a zany-heartrending manner. "Madras Matinee" in theatres from JUNE 6th." It may be recalled that the makers had released the first look poster a few days ago. However, then, they had only mentioned release in June without mentioning the date. The film caught the attention of film buffs when its makers released a video clip titled Madras Matinee Title Story earlier this year. From Ranveer Singh's '83' to Akshay Kumar's 'Bell Bottom', 'Atrangi Re' to Amitabh Bachchan's 'Jhund', here are the release dates of upcoming Bollywood films The YouTube video clip opened with actor saying one could even write about science fiction but not about the middle class. Trying to put across the point that middle class family life was boring, he ends his speech asking a question, "Where is the joy and adventure in a middle-class family's life?" However, you get the impression that the film will be an answer to this question posed by Sathyaraj. The video clip also gave away the names of the characters in the film. While Sathyaraj plays a sci-fi writer called Jyoti Ramaya, Kaali Venkat plays a character called Kannan and Roshini plays a character called Deepika. While Viswa plays a character called Dinesh, the dog Bigil plays a character called Brownie. The film, which has been produced by Madras Motion Pictures, will apart from Kaali Venkat and Roshni Haripriyan, feature a big list of actors including Sathyaraj, Shelly, Vishva, , Archana Chandhoke, , Madhumitha, Chaams, Geetha Kailasam, and Bhanupriya among others. Cinematography for the film is by Anand G K and its music has been composed by K C Balasarangan. Satheesh Kumar Samuski is handling the editing work of the film which has art direction by Jacki.


Time of India
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Debutant director Karthikeyan Mani: Tamil cinema has created a brand of ticket-worthy experience for small films
My film would portray an accurate depiction of Madras,' proclaims debutant director Karthikeyan Mani while talking to us about his upcoming comedy drama, Madras Matinee . Elaborating further, he shares, 'The film revolves around a father ( Kaali Venkat ), who isn't treated well in the outside world, going through a crisis after witnessing a gap between himself and his children. His story will be narrated in the film by a sci-fi writer, played by Sathyaraj sir.' 'I DIDN'T THINK SATHYARAJ SIR WOULD BE INTERESTED IN ACTING IN A DEBUTANT'S FILM' About casting Kaali Venkat and Sathyaraj for his film, he says, 'I needed a person like Kaali Venkat to play the father character and he immediately connected with his role and the film. I didn't think Sathyaraj sir would be interested in doing this role. But, to my surprise, he agreed to do it when we went and showed him a few of the film's portions.' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Has Honda Done It Again? The New Honda CR-V is Finally Here. TheFactualist Undo 'IN TAMIL CINEMA, THE LOWER MIDDLE-CLASS IS ASSOCIATED WITH VIOLENCE FOR THE SAKE OF DRAMA' 'Generally, in Tamil cinema, the lower middle-class and slum dwellers are associated with violence for the sake of drama. I think we are a stable society that's not too prone to violence,' he shares and adds, 'I feel the dedication our people show towards their family isn't often depicted on our screen. To make a film on that aspect is the most meaningful part I could do as a filmmaker.' 'MAINSTREAM DOCUMENTARIES DON'T ROMANTICISE OUR CULTURES' Madras Matinee focuses on the people living in Chennai rather than its landscape, informs the filmmaker. 'We have several microcultures across Tamil Nadu. Though I'm happy that vloggers cover them, we don't have a mainstream documentary culture to romanticise them. There is room to use different cultures around us in our films,' he shares. 'WE NEED SEVERAL MID-SIZED FILMS TO KEEP THE ECOSYSTEM GOING' As a budding flimmaker, Karthikeyan feels encouraged at the recent success of midbudget films. 'It's good for the industry. An ecosystem fostering different sets of films and producers is important. You need a pool of good mid-sized films to keep that ecosystem going. Also, similar to what Malayalam cinema has done, Tamil cinema has created a brand of ticket-worthy moviegoing experience for small films,' he says. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .


Time of India
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
G V Prakash releases first look of Kaali Venkat's 'Madras Matinee'
Well known actor and music director on Wednesday released the first look of director Karthikeyan Mani 's eagerly awaited entertainer,' Madras Matinee ', featuring actors and Roshni Haripriyan in the lead. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Taking to his X timeline to release the first look poster of the film, G V Prakash wrote, "Best of luck team. Here is the First Look of #MadrasMatinee ." Interestingly, the first look poster released on Wednesday gives away the fact that the makers intend to release the film in June this year. Presented by the leading production company Dream Warrior Pictures, the film caught the attention of film buffs when its makers released a video clip titled Madras Matinee Title Story earlier this year. Soorarai Pottru | Song - Maara The YouTube video clip opens with actor saying, one can even write about science fiction but not about the middle class. Trying to put across the point that middle class family life is boring, he ends his speech asking a question, "Where is the joy and adventure in a middle-class family's life?" But you get the impression that the film will be an answer to this question posed by Sathyaraj. The video clip also gives away the names of the characters in the film. While Sathyaraj plays a sci-fi writer Jyoti Ramaya, Kaali Venkat plays a character called Kannan and Roshini plays a character called Deepika. While Viswa plays a character called Dinesh, the dog Bigil plays a character called Brownie. The film, which has been produced by Madras Motion Pictures, will apart from Kaali Venkat and Roshni Haripriyan, feature a big list of actors including Sathyaraj, Shelly, Vishva, George Maryan, Archana Chandhoke, Sunil Sukhada, Madhumitha, Chaams, Geetha Kailasam, and Bhanupriya among others. Cinematography for the film is by Anand G K and its music has been composed by K C Balasarangan. Satheesh Kumar Samuski is handling the editing work of the film which has art direction by Jacki.