Kollywood

19 days ago

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Love Insurance Kompany Postponed, Sets Up Potential 2026 Clash with Suriya's Karuppu

A major shift in the Kollywood release calendar has set the stage for a potential blockbuster clash in 2026. Pradeep Ranganathan's highly anticipated film, Love Insurance Kompany (LIK), has been postponed from its December 18, 2025 release, and is now reportedly eyeing a 2026 debut, potentially pitting it against Suriya's upcoming action-drama, Karuppu. Love Insurance Kompany, a futuristic romantic comedy directed by Vignesh Shivan, has been one of the most talked-about projects, especially after the phenomenal success of Pradeep Ranganathan's Love Today.The film, which also stars Krithi Shetty and S.J. Suryah with music by Anirudh Ravichander, has seen several release date changes.Initially slated for September and then Diwali 2025, the makers settled on a December 18 release to avoid a clash with Pradeep's other film, Dude. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) However, the latest reports indicate the film has been pushed again, this time to February 2026.This move is reportedly to avoid a conflict with the Hollywood behemoth Avatar: Fire and Ash, which is releasing on December 19, 2025.This strategic shift now places LIK directly in the 2026 release corridor. This postponement has sparked excitement among fans as it sets up a potential box office showdown between the new-age sensation Pradeep Ranganathan and the veteran superstar Suriya. Suriya's next major release, Karuppu, is also scheduled to hit theatres in 2026. Directed by RJ Balaji, Karuppu is a rural action-drama that will see Suriya paired with Trisha Krishnan.The film, which explores local traditions and beliefs, was initially planned for a Diwali 2025 release but was postponed to 2026 due to extensive visual effects work. With both films now likely to release in the same year, the stage is set for a fascinating clash between two generations of stars. Pradeep Ranganathan, who has become a youth icon, will be taking on the might of Suriya, an actor with a massive and loyal fanbase. As Kollywood gears up for 2026, all eyes will be on the official release date announcements for what could be one of the year's most exciting box office battles.

Kollywood

62 days ago

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Three Films, Three Blockbusters: Pradeep Ranganathan's Unstoppable Box Office Streak Continues With Dude

Chennai, October 27 - At a time when even top stars are struggling to deliver box office success, there comes a young actor, who debuted as a lead hero a couple of years back and is turning everything into gold he touches. Pradeep Ranganathan is having a dream run at the box office and has emerged as one of Tamil cinema's most bankable stars. The actor-filmmaker, who made his debut as a lead hero with the new-age romantic comedy Love Today in 2022, has now achieved a rare feat, which probably no one had before "” three consecutive blockbusters in as many films. His latest outing, Dude, continues to dominate the box office, reaffirming his golden touch. It all began with Love Today, which struck a strong chord with youth audiences for its relatable story and modern take on relationships. The film went on to become a massive blockbuster, grossing around 84 crores worldwide "” a staggering figure for a debutant actor. Pradeep not only headlined the film but also directed it, proving his versatility early in his career. He followed that success with Dragon, a coming-of-age comedy-drama that released earlier this year. The film exceeded all expectations, emerging as one of the highest-grossing Tamil films of 2025 with collections crossing 150 crores worldwide. With its emotional depth and youthful energy, Dragon cemented Pradeep's position as a crowd favourite. Now, Dude has turned the actor's success streak into a perfect hat-trick. Currently in its second week, the film has already grossed over 100 crores worldwide and continues to hold strong at the box office. With two 100 crore grossers among his first three films, Pradeep Ranganathan has set a new benchmark for young actors "” becoming the first in Tamil cinema to achieve such success so early in his career. The young sensation has one more release to close the year. Director Vignesh Shivan's science fiction romantic comedy, Love Insurance Kompany (LIK), is scheduled to release on December 18, 2025. The buzz for the film is good, with promos released so far receiving big thumbs up from viewers. Stay tuned...

Kollywood

82 days ago

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Pradeep Ranganathan's LIK Postponed To December 18, Averting Clash With Dude

Chennai, October 16 - Rising Tamil star Pradeep Ranganathan was heading to lock horns with himself this Diwali with Dude and Love Insurance Kompany. However, in a major relief, the unwanted clash has been averted after the makers postponed LIK to December 18, 2025. Produced by Rowdy Pictures and Seven Screen Studio, LIK was announced for Diwali 2025 release along with Ranganathan's Dude (October 21), produced by AGS Entertainment. On Monday (October 6), the makers officially announced that LIK was postponed and it will now be released in December instead. While the actor has avoided the tricky situation for now, LIK won't be a solo outing in December either. It is already announced that James Cameron's highly-awaited Avatar: Fire and Ash is scheduled to hit the big screen on December 19, and it will be a major cinematic event at the Indian box office. Meanwhile, LIK is directed by Vignesh Shivan. The science fiction romantic comedy was initially announced untitled in 2019 with Sivakarthikeyan starring and Lyca Productions producing; however, it was shelved due to budget concerns. In 2023, the project was revived with Pradeep, and the official announcement by Seven Screen Studios was made in September that year. The movie, set in 2040, stars Pradeep Ranganathan, S. J. Suryah and Krithi Shetty in leading roles, while Yogi Babu, Seeman, Gouri G Kishan, Shah Ra, Malavika, Mysskin, Anandaraj and Sunil Reddy play supporting roles. Stay tuned...

Kollywood

128 days ago

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Double Trouble: Pradeep Ranganathan's LIK and Dude Set for a Diwali 2025 Box Office Clash

Chennai, August 22 - Young Tamil filmmaker-turned-actor Pradeep Ranganathan, who has impressed one and all with his choice of films so far, is heading for an unusual situation in his career, where he will be clashing with himself at the box office this Diwali. ## The rising star, who earned immense popularity with Love Today and Dragon, will now see two of his upcoming films, Love Insurance Kompany (LIK) and Dude, releasing on the same festive weekend of Diwali 2025. There were reports that Dude would be postponed to next year, but the makers stuck to the Diwali release. ## The announcement has taken fans by surprise, as it is rare for an actor to have two films competing directly against each other. While LIK, directed by Vignesh Shivan, is a science fiction romantic comedy entertainer in Pradeep's signature quirky style, Dude reportedly explores a fresher, mass-oriented space, promising something completely different for audiences. ## The Diwali holiday frame is such a massive weekend for any film in India; hence, releasing two films of an actor is definitely going to be a tricky situation, especially if both films receive favourable audience reception. With Pradeep"™s growing fan base and strong youth connect, the festive season could still prove beneficial, as audiences might flock to theatres for both releases, but if the makers still stick to the release, there will be consequences. ## Whatever the outcome, Diwali 2025 is set to be a landmark moment for Pradeep Ranganathan's career, as he attempts to pull off what very few actors have dared "“ facing himself at the box office. After from his, there are other films which will hit the big screen during the same weekend. ## Stay tuned...

Movies

157 days ago

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Central Movie Review "“ Kaaka Muttai's Vignesh Powers a Stirring Story of Struggle

##Directed by Bharathi Sivalingam in his debut venture, Central unfolds as a gritty, socially conscious drama set against the bustling backdrop of Chennai"”specifically its iconic Chennai Central railway station. At the heart of the narrative is a young man, portrayed by Vignesh of Kaaka Muttai fame, who arrives in the city from a humble village due to urgent family responsibilities ##Plot & Themes The protagonist enters Chennai Central seeking work and support, but swiftly discovers the weight of systemic inequality. Under the harsh regime of capitalism, he is subjected to exploitation, alienation, and the relentless hardships of survival in the city . The film doesn"™t rely on melodrama"”it steadily builds its emotional stakes, portraying his descent into struggle, followed by a powerful arc of defiance and self-reclamation. His journey toward reclaiming dignity, forging resilience, and fighting back provides the narrative"™s core thrust ##Direction & Craftsmanship Bharathi Sivalingam"™s debut brims with earnest intent. He cast Vignesh in a role that synergizes sincerity with grit, supported by Soneshwari and Perarasu in substantive roles The Times of India +15 IndiaGlitz +15 IndiaGlitz +15 . Cinematographer Vinoth Gandhi renders both the city"™s stark realities and the emotional landscapes of the protagonist with visual sensitivity. The score by Ela Radhakrisshnan maintains mood without overshadowing narrative nuance, while editor Vithu Jeeva keeps the film tight within a runtime of approximately 2 hours and 2 minutes ##What Resonates Audience responses are overwhelmingly positive, praising the film"™s clean, compelling storytelling and emotional sincerity. BookMyShow early ratings hover around 9.2"“9.3/10, highlighting descriptors like #SuperDirection, #AwesomeStory, #Inspiring, and #WowMusic across multiple early reviews ##Comments from viewers reflect a strong connection, especially among those who"™ve faced similar family-driven struggles and upheaval: "œA good story with minimal budget... whoever worked in childhood for family situation should connect more" Highlights & Limitations Strengths: *Emotionally engaging with grounded realism *A raw and relatable portrayal of urban hardship *Strong individual performances, especially by Vignesh *Efficient runtime and tight pacing Critique Points: While widely appreciated by general audiences, Central may not have widespread mainstream critical coverage yet, potentially limiting its visibility beyond initial clusters. Detailed, professional critique from leading reviewers seems sparse at this early stage. ##Final Verdict Central is a sincere and quietly powerful depiction of the systemic toll of capitalism on a rural migrant navigating urban chaos. Under Bharathi Sivalingam"™s deft debut direction, Vignesh delivers a layered performance that anchors the film"™s emotional weight. With modest production values and thematic clarity, the film offers a thoughtful, grounded cinematic experience"”underdog cinema at its most real. ##A must-watch for fans of socially conscious Tamil cinema, especially those who value storytelling steeped in resilience and dignity.

Kollywood

170 days ago

2602 views

D54: Dhanush Teams Up With Director Vignesh Raja For His Next Film; Cast and Crew Details Revealed

Chennai, July 11 - National-award-winning actor Dhanush has kicked off his next film, tentatively called D54, with director Vignesh Raja, who is best known for his work in the superhit movie "Por Thozhil" (2023). ## The film, produced by Vels Film International, was announced on Thursday (July 10) with a traditional pooja ceremony attended by the main team, including Dhanush, producer Dr. Ishari K. Ganesh, and director Vignesh Raja. ## The D54 is said to be a high-octane action entertainer, and the shoot for the same has also begun. The makers also released a poster which shows Dhanush standing in a cotton field being burnt down, with his head down. ## Cast and crew details of D54 ## Apart from Dhanush, the film will feature highly in-demand actress Mamitha Baiju in the female lead role alongside KS Ravi Kumar, Suraj Venjramoodu, and Jayaram in prominent roles. National-award-winning composer, GV Prakash Kumar, will score the music for this much-anticipated movie. ## The much awaited journey starts off 🔥 #D54 starring @dhanushkraja - Shoot begins today with a pooja. Produced by @VelsFilmIntl. A film by @vigneshraja89.A @gvprakash Musical 🎶@ThinkStudiosInd @alfredprakash17 @thenieswar @ksravikumardir @_mamithabaiju #Jayaram pic.twitter.com/yI5uI6G6Lj— Vels Film International (@VelsFilmIntl) July 10, 2025 ## Stay tuned...

Kollywood

396 days ago

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Dhanush Files Case Against Nayanthara

Chennai, November 27 - Tamil star Dhanush has filed a case against actress Nayanthara for allegedly using visuals related to his production Naanum Rowdy Dhaan in her Netflix documentary - Nayanthara: Beyond the Fairy Tale without his permission. ## Naanum Rowdy Dhaan, starring Vijay Sethupathi and Nayanthara, was produced by Dhanush and the actor-filmmaker has been at loggerheads with the actress for the same. Recently, Nayan shared a note on social media in which she slammed Dhanush for denying her permission and demanding a 10 crore sum for using the film's footage in the documentary. ## According to the report by NDTV, Dhanush has approached the Madras High Court against Nayanthara, her husband Vignesh Shivan and their production house Rowdy Pictures Private Limited as the civil suit claims the actress and others used certain visuals from the movie without obtaining NOC. ## Dhanush's Wunderber Films Private also has taken out an application urging the High Court to grant permission to sue the Mumbai-based company Los Gatos Production Services India LLP, an entity through which Netflix reports its content investments in India, per NDTV.## The lawsuit threatens that if the content (in Nayanthara's documentary) isn't taken down within 24 hours, Dhanush's legal team will be forced to initiate appropriate legal action, including but not limited to seeking damages to a sum of Rs. 10 crores against Nayanthara and Netflix India.## Stay tuned...

Box Office

931 days ago

37041 views

Por Thozhil Box Office Collection | All Language | Day Wise | Worldwide

Here is the Tamil movie Por Thozhil box office collection which is a crime thriller film. This film is directed by Vignesh Raja and produced by With Applause Entertainment Ltd., E4 Experiments, and Eprius Studio. ## Por Thozhil stars Ashok Selvan, R. Sarathkumar, and Nikhila Vimal in key roles. ## Por Thozhil Box Office Collection Day Wise | All Language [See Footfalls] DayIndia Net Collection Change(+/-) Day 1 [1st Friday] ₹ 0.95 Cr - Day 2 [1st Saturday] ₹ 2.3 Cr 142.11% Day 3 [1st Sunday] ₹ 2.95 Cr 28.26% Day 4 [1st Monday] ₹ 1.55 Cr -47.46% Day 5 [1st Tuesday] ₹ 1.45 Cr -6.45% Day 6 [1st Wednesday] ₹ 1.3 Cr -10.34% Day 7 [1st Thursday] ₹ 1.3 Cr 0.00% Week 1 Collection ₹ 11.8 Cr - Day 8 [2nd Friday] ₹ 1.55 Cr 19.23% Day 9 [2nd Saturday] ₹ 2.25 Cr 45.16% Day 10 [2nd Sunday] ₹ 2.45 Cr 8.89% Day 11 [2nd Monday] ₹ 0.95 Cr -61.22% Day 12 [2nd Tuesday] ₹ 0.8 Cr -15.79% Day 13 [2nd Wednesday] ₹ 0.7 Cr -12.50% Day 14 [2nd Thursday] ₹ 0.6 Cr -14.29% Week 2 Collection ₹ 9.3 Cr -21.19% Day 15 [3rd Friday] ₹ 0.62 Cr 3.33% Day 16 [3rd Saturday] ₹ 1.25 Cr 101.61% Day 17 [3rd Sunday] ₹ 1.3 Cr 4.00% Day 18 [3rd Monday] ₹ 0.35 Cr -73.08% Day 19 [3rd Tuesday] ₹ 0.3 Cr -14.29% Day 20 [3rd Wednesday] ₹ 0.35 Cr 16.67% Day 21 [3rd Thursday] ₹ 0.55 Cr 57.14% Week 3 Collection ₹ 4.72 Cr -49.25% Day 22 [4th Friday] ₹ 0.27 Cr -50.91% Day 23 [4th Saturday] ₹ 0.6 Cr 122.22% Day 24 [4th Sunday] ₹ 0.7 Cr 16.67% Day 25 [4th Monday] ₹ 0.23 Cr -67.14% Day 26 [4th Tuesday] ₹ 0.21 Cr -8.70% Day 27 [4th Wednesday] ₹ 0.15 Cr -28.57% Day 28 [4th Thursday] ₹ 0.12 Cr -20.00% Week 4 Collection ₹ 2.28 Cr -51.69% Total ₹ 28.1 Cr - ## Take Subscription To See Footfalls ## India Net Collection ₹ 28.1 Cr ## Worldwide Collection ₹ 38.2 Cr ## Overseas Collection ₹ 5 Cr ## India Gross Collection ₹ 33.2 Cr ## Por Thozhil Budget: ₹ 7.00 Cr * Approx ## Por Thozhil Verdict: Superhit ## Por Thozhil Screen count ## India: - * expected ## Overseas: - * expected ## Worldwide total: - ## Release Date: 9th June 2023 ## For more and the latest news about Kollywood Box Office Collection, Stay tuned to us.

Box Office

933 days ago

15424 views

Takkar Box Office Collection | All Language | Day Wise | Worldwide

Here is the Tamil movie Takkar box office collection which is a romantic action comedy film. This film is directed by Karthik G. Krish and produced by Passion Studios, Abhishek Aggarwal Arts, and People Media Factory. ## Takkar stars Siddharth, Yogi Babu, Divyansha Kaushik, Munishkanth, and RJ Vigneshkanth in key roles. ## Takkar Box Office Collection Day Wise | All Language DayIndia Net Collection Day 1 [1st Friday] ₹ - Cr * may earn Total ₹ - Cr ## India Net Collection ₹ - Cr ## Worldwide Collection ₹ - Cr ## Overseas Collection ₹ - Cr ## India Gross Collection ₹ - Cr ## Takkar Budget: ₹ - Cr * Approx ## Takkar Verdict: Coming Soon ## Takkar Screen count ## India: - * expected ## Overseas: - * expected ## Worldwide total: - ## Release Date: 9th June 2023 ## For more and the latest news about Kollywood Box Office Collection, Stay tuned to us.

Kollywood

1134 days ago

2248 views

Trisha Krishnan To Be The Leading Heroin In Thalapathy 67 And Ajith Kumar's Next?

Chennai, November 20 - Actress Trisha Krishnan returns to the scene after impressing everyone with her performance in Mani Ratnam's recent blockbuster Ponniyin Selvan - 1. She hasn't been doing many films over the last few years but now, it seems she is keen to change the tide.## According to the latest reports, the actress will be reuniting with Thalapathy Vijay in Thalapathy 67. While the official announcement regarding the casting is yet to be made, multiple reliable reports have confirmed that Trisha will be the leading heroin opposite Thalapathy Vijay. The movie will be directed by Lokesh Kangaraj and it will be part of his cinematic universe.## Not only in the "Thalapathy 67", but Trisha is also reportedly in talks to play the female lead in Ajith Kumar's next film that will be directed by Vignesh Shivan. Previously, Ajith Kumar and Trisha have worked together in 3 films with "Yennai Arindhaal" (2015) being their last film together.## Ajith Kumar is currently working on "Thunivu" under the direction of H Vinoth. It is scheduled to release on Pongal 2023, and once he is done with this, Thala Ajith will start his next in the first quarter of 2023. On the other hand, "Thalapathy 67" to0 is expected to go on floors early next year. ## Trisha, on the other hand, has multiple films in the pipeline. She will next be seen in "Sathuranga Vettai 2" with Arvind Swami. She also has the second part to release of "Ponniyin Selvan" along with Mohanlal's big budget flick "Ram: Part 1" and "The Road".## Stay tuned...

Digital Media

1257 days ago

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Netflix Is Developing Documentary On Nayanthara-Vignesh's Love Story

Chennai, July 20 - Southern lady superstar Nayanthara and actor-filmmaker Vignesh Shivan recently tied the knot amid the presence of some of the superstars of cinema, and now, a documentary on their love story is in development at Netflix.## In this yet-to-be-titled documentary, the audience will get a view of Nayanthara and Vignesh's love story, which culminated in a fairytale wedding at a famous resort in Mahabalipuram on June 9. This will be the first of its kind documentary in India and soon be premiering on the OTT giant which is looking to find its feet in India. ## "We are the home for unscripted content that is fresh and compelling and has the power to connect with audiences in India and beyond. Nayanthara has been a true superstar with a career spanning nearly 20 years. With our amazing creative partners, director Gautam Vasudevan and Rowdy Pictures, we cannot wait for our members to finally get to see Nayanthara's journey that led to this fairytale wedding with Vignesh", Tanya Bami, Series Head, Netflix India, said in a statement. ## Nayanthara and Vignesh Shivan's marriage has attracted the attention of multiple OTT platforms. As per the recent reports, Netflix had paid for the wedding arrangements. The media reports had also said that the newly-wed couple was served a legal notice by the OTT giant after the posting of wedding pictures by Vignesh led to the violation of contract terms. However, the latest development at Netflix seems to put an end to such unverified reports.## Meanwhile, on the work front, Nayanthara has multiple films in her kitty, including her Bollywood debut film "Jawan" led by superstar Shah Rukh Khan. The movie is currently under filming and will release on June 2, 2023, in multiple languages. ## Stay tuned...

Kollywood

1265 days ago

956 views

Lady Superstar Nayanthara Collaborates With Zee Studios For Her 75th Film

Chennai, July 12 - Tamil lady superstar, Nayanthara has announced her next film and collaborated with Zee Studios for the same. The actress, who recently got married to filmmaker Vignesh Shivan, makes a grand announcement for her 75th film which will be directed by Nilesh Krishnaa. ## Zee Studios will produce this film in association with Trident Arts and Naad Studios. Satya Raj will also be starring in an important role alongside Nayanthara. The shoot for the movie will be commenced soon. ## Announcing #ladySuperstar75 🥳Zee Studios is excited to collaborate with #Nayanthara for her 75th film! 💃🏻The shoot will begin soon! 🎬#Jai #SathyaRaj @Nilesh_Krishnaa @dineshkrishnanb @tridentartsoffl @Naadstudios pic.twitter.com/nVVCnLek83— Zee Studios (@ZeeStudios_) July 12, 2022 ## Nayanthara, meanwhile, is currently shooting for her Bollywood debut movie "Jawan", in which she has been paired with superstar Shah Rukh Khan. Atlee is directing this mass action entertainer, scheduled to release on June 2, 2023. The actress is also shooting for Chiranjeevi and Salman Khan's "Godfather". ## Apart from the aforementioned films, Nayanthara will also be headlining the Malayalam movie "Gold" along with Prithviraj Sukumaran. Alphonse Puthren, who last directed "Premam" (2015), has directed this upcoming romantic-comedy-drama film, which is slated to hit screens on August 19 this year. ## Stay tuned...