Manoj Kumar R began writing for The Indian Express in 2016. He writes reviews and opinion pieces about movies and TV shows. His main focus is everything that happens in South India's vibrant pop cultural scene. He speaks Tamil, Telugu, Kannada and Malayalam and writes in English. Before joining us, he worked with other publications such as The Week and Deccan Herald. Follow Manoj on Twitter: @ImMKR

November 08, 2016 12:50 IST
Suriya stands out in the 1.23-minute long teaser, which gives a sneak peak at the actor's power-packed performance in action sequences and while delivering punch lines.
Tue, Nov 08, 2016
November 08, 2016 11:01 IST
Multi-agency search operation is underway to fish out the bodies of the victim. Members of the Kannada film fraternity, meanwhile, have expressed shock.
Tue, Nov 08, 2016
November 07, 2016 23:24 IST
A video showing the two Kannada actors, Anil and Uday, jumping in a lake while shooting for a stunt sequence. Both the actors drowned as they were not provided with life jackets.
Tue, Nov 08, 2016
November 07, 2016 21:23 IST
Just moments before they were washed away in Thippagondanahalli lake, 35 kms west of Bengaluru, Anil and Uday had openly expressed how much they are uncomfortable with doing the now ill-fated action sequence for Mastigudi.
Wed, Nov 09, 2016
November 07, 2016 09:34 IST
The 100 years of Indian cinema won't be the same without 50 years of Kamal Haasan's contribution to it.
Mon, Nov 07, 2016
November 05, 2016 18:59 IST
Pulimurugan made at a budget of Rs 25 crore, a big budget for a Malayalam film, has broken several records and created a few since its release on October 7.
Sat, Nov 05, 2016
November 05, 2016 16:39 IST
Baashha shot up the worldwide popularity of Rajinikanth to a whole new high.
Sat, Nov 05, 2016
November 05, 2016 14:15 IST
Suryah's peculiar acting talents and Selvaraghavan's maverick storytelling skills are on full display in the trailer. Nenjam Marappathillai trailer brings in a breath of fresh air compared to Kathi Sandai, a typical mass entertainer.
Sat, Nov 05, 2016
November 01, 2016 18:30 IST
Khushbu has clearly failed to see that stalking is, indeed, a form of violence and it is an act of forcing women into making a decision.
Tue, Nov 01, 2016
November 01, 2016 18:10 IST
It is safe to say Kamal and Gautami blindsided us with their decision to end their 13 years of togetherness.
Tue, Nov 01, 2016
October 31, 2016 19:41 IST
Kaashmora, which released amid huge expectations is raking in the moolah despite getting mixed reviews. Kodi mostly received positive reviews.
Mon, Oct 31, 2016
October 31, 2016 18:37 IST
Arya is seen sporting a chiselled body while holding a stick in one hand as he stands in the backdrop of a forest.
Mon, Oct 31, 2016
October 31, 2016 11:33 IST
At the time when the patriotism of Indian filmmakers is being questioned based on their casting choices, this Pakistani girl is relishing her friendship with the Indians.
Mon, Oct 31, 2016
October 30, 2016 17:33 IST
Kodi vs Kaashmora box office collections: While Kaashmora is emerging as the biggest hit of Karthi's career in terms of collection, Dhanush's Kodi is here to make a mark.
Mon, Oct 31, 2016
October 28, 2016 15:56 IST
Kodi movie review: The power struggle between Kodi and Rudhra, played by Trisha, makes the basic premise of the film.
Sat, Oct 29, 2016
October 28, 2016 15:02 IST
Kaashmora review: The visual effects that the makers have managed to deliver in Karthi-starrer Kaashmora are commendable.
Sat, Oct 29, 2016
October 27, 2016 17:11 IST
Actors Dhanush and Karthi have been aggressively running both online and offline promotional campaigns for Kodi and Kaashmora, respectively.
Thu, Oct 27, 2016
October 27, 2016 11:49 IST
The black fantasy is directed by a relative newcomer Gokul, who had previously received appreciation for the presentation of his films.
Thu, Oct 27, 2016
October 24, 2016 21:57 IST
Veeram is the big screen adaptation of Shakespeare's Macbeth. The trailer claims that the film is "a bold new vision" of the classic tragedy.
Mon, Oct 24, 2016
October 24, 2016 14:21 IST
The latest pictures of Ajith reveal that the actor has been spending a good amount of time at the gym and it's starting to show.
Mon, Oct 24, 2016
October 23, 2016 18:06 IST
Youngsters will, indeed, find the trailer of Achcham Yenbadhu Madamaiyada more appealing.
Sun, Oct 23, 2016
October 23, 2016 15:57 IST
The makers of the Baahubali series have announced that they will install virtual reality booths across the country.
Sun, Oct 23, 2016
October 22, 2016 17:07 IST
The forthcoming war movie, 1971- Beyond Borders, is part of the Major Mahadevan series of Mohanlal.
Sat, Oct 22, 2016
October 21, 2016 17:29 IST
Talk about playing a blind assassin, nobody in Tamil can do a better job than Vikram. He has already pulled off one such performance in 2012 film Thandavam.
Fri, Oct 21, 2016
October 21, 2016 15:45 IST
Pulimurugan is also the first Malayalam film in Kerala to have had 858 shows on its opening day, which is next to Kabali.
Sat, Oct 22, 2016





