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Triples (2020) – Series Overview • Format: Tamil web series (8 episodes), romantic comedy • Platform: Disney+ Hotstar VI...
06/09/2025

Triples (2020) – Series Overview
• Format: Tamil web series (8 episodes), romantic comedy
• Platform: Disney+ Hotstar VIP (released on 11 December 2020)  
• Director: Charukesh Sekar; Producer: Karthik Subbaraj (Stone Bench Creations)  
• Writer: Balaji Jayaraman

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Cast Highlights
• Jai as Ram (often credited as Jai Sampath)
• Vani Bhojan as Meera
• Vivek Prasanna as Maadhu, Rajkumar as Cheenu
• Other cast: Madhuri Jain, Namita Krishnamurthy
 

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Plot Summary

Three friends—Ram, Maadhu, and Cheenu—launch a café and get caught in a whirlwind of love, chaos, and comedic chaos. As Ram prepares for marriage, Meera re-enters his life unexpectedly—leading to a wild chain of comedic misadventures, including wedding mishaps and an unforgettable trip to Goa.   

It’s styled as a comedy of errors with the kind of witty wordplay and offbeat humor that tribute Crazy Mohan’s legacy.  

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Reception & What Makes It Special
• The Hindu praised its lively and clever comedic tone, comparing it to the Crazy Mohan–Kamal Haasan universe. Jai plays a more grounded Ram, offset by the goofiness of his friends Maadhu and Cheenu. 
• Binged.com gave it a 5.25/10, calling it “silly fun that entertains in parts,” noting that Jai delivered a charmingly innocent performance in a somewhat tedious watch. 

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Bonus Highlights
• Jai made his digital debut with this series. He also debuted as a music composer, contributing a song titled “Uyir Unnodu Serumo”. 
• For a melodious treat, check out the “Nee En Kannadi” track—it’s a charming romantic number from the series.  

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Summary Table

Feature Details
Format Web series (8 episodes)
Genre Romantic Comedy
Platform Disney+ Hotstar VIP
Director & Producer Charukesh Sekar & Karthik Subbaraj
Lead Cast Jai (Ram), Vani Bhojan, Vivek Prasanna, Rajkumar
Plot Café triplets, love triangles, Goa-bound hijinks
Tone & Style Crazy Mohan-style witty humor
Notables Jai’s digital debut & his composing debut
Reception Mixed—praised for charm, critiqued for pacing

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Here’s an overview of the 2011 Tamil action thriller Mankatha, directed by Venkat Prabhu and starring Ajith Kumar in a p...
06/09/2025

Here’s an overview of the 2011 Tamil action thriller Mankatha, directed by Venkat Prabhu and starring Ajith Kumar in a pivotal role:

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🎬 Film Overview
• Title: Mankatha (மங்காத்தா)
• Release Date: August 31, 2011
• Director: Venkat Prabhu
• Producer: Dhayanidhi Alagiri
• Music: Yuvan Shankar Raja
• Runtime: 2h 34m
• Language: Tamil
• Genre: Action, Thriller, Crime
• IMDb Rating: 7.7/10 from over 17,000 user ratings 

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📖 Plot Summary

Mankatha follows Vinayak Mahadevan (Ajith Kumar), a suspended police officer who becomes embroiled in a high-stakes heist involving illegal cricket betting money. The film delves into themes of betrayal, ambition, and the blurred lines between right and wrong, as Vinayak navigates a complex web of deceit and greed. The narrative is known for its unexpected twists and morally ambiguous characters.

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🎭 Cast
• Ajith Kumar as Vinayak Mahadevan
• Arjun Sarja as Prithviraj
• Trisha Krishnan as Sanjana Arumugam
• Lakshmi Rai as Sona
• Premgi Amaren as Prem
• Vaibhav Reddy, Mahath Raghavendra, and Ashwin Kakumanu in supporting roles

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🎶 Music

The film’s soundtrack, composed by Yuvan Shankar Raja, features a blend of techno, melody, and mass tracks. Notable songs include “Vilaiyaadu Mankatha” and “Machi Open The Bottle”. The album was released on August 10, 2011, and received positive reviews for its energetic compositions .

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🏆 Awards & Recognition
• ITFA Best Cinematographer Award (2011): Sakthi Saravanan 
• The film was also recognized for its commercial success and Ajith Kumar’s performance.

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📺 Where to Watch

Mankatha is available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video, offering the film in its original Tamil version with subtitles in multiple languages.

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📝 Reception

Upon release, Mankatha received positive reviews for its engaging storyline, Ajith Kumar’s charismatic performance, and the film’s stylish direction. It became one of the highest-grossing Tamil films of 2011, with a worldwide gross of ₹75 crore .

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For a visual glimpse into the film, you can watch the trailer below:

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06/09/2025

Smart Beggar

Here’s the theatrical poster for Baby and Baby (2025), a Tamil comedy-drama featuring Jai in a prominent role.⸻Baby and ...
06/09/2025

Here’s the theatrical poster for Baby and Baby (2025), a Tamil comedy-drama featuring Jai in a prominent role.

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Baby and Baby (2025) – Movie Overview
• Title: Baby and Baby
• Genre: Comedy-Drama
• Language: Tamil
• Director & Writer: Prathap
• Producer: B. Yuvaraj (Yuvaraj Films) 

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Cast & Crew
• Lead Cast:
• Jai as Shiva
• Sathyaraj as Mahalingam
• Yogi Babu as Guna
• Pragya Nagra as Priya
• Keerthana, Sai Dhanyaa as Malar  
• Supporting Cast: Ilavarasu, Sriman, Anandaraj, Nizhalgal Ravi, Singampuli, Redin Kingsley, Rajendran, RJ Vigneshkanth, Thangadurai, KPY Ramar, Prathosham, Kannappa Dasan, Lollu Sabha Seshu, Kalki Raja, Nellai Mani, and others  
• Technical Crew:
• Music by D. Imman
• Cinematography by T. P. Sarathy
• Editing by K. Anandhalingakumar  

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Plot Summary

Baby and Baby is a comedy of errors centered around two traditional families excitedly awaiting the arrival of their newborns. Due to a hospital or airport mix-up, the babies get switched, triggering chaos. The situation escalates when one baby is declared the sole heir to a massive inheritance, prompting greedy relatives to come up with schemes to prevent him from claiming it. What follows is a cascade of comedic situations, misunderstandings, and dramatic twists involving both families .

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Release & Reception
• Theatrical Release: 14 February 2025 (Valentine’s Day) 
• Reception: The film received mixed to negative reviews, with critics noting that the dated storyline stretched thin and the jokes often fell flat  .

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OTT & Streaming Information
• Sun NXT: Available from 21 March 2025  
• Aha Tamil (via OTTplay Premium bundle): Available from 4 April 2025  

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Summary Table

Feature Details
Genre Comedy-Drama
Director Prathap
Lead Actors Jai, Sathyaraj, Yogi Babu
Plot Chaos erupts when two newborns get swapped, triggering inheritance drama
Release 14 February 2025 (Theatrical)
Reception Mostly negative – outdated premise, weak humor
Streaming Sun NXT (from 21 Mar), Aha Tamil (from 4 Apr via OTTplay Premium)

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Here’s an overview of the 2008 Tamil action-comedy film Silambattam, starring Silambarasan (Simbu) and directed by S. Sa...
06/09/2025

Here’s an overview of the 2008 Tamil action-comedy film Silambattam, starring Silambarasan (Simbu) and directed by S. Saravanan.

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🎬 Film Overview
• Title: Silambattam (சிலம்பட்டம்)
• Release Date: December 19, 2008
• Director: S. Saravanan (debut)
• Producer: K. Muralidharan
• Music: Yuvan Shankar Raja
• Runtime: 2h 46m
• Language: Tamil
• IMDb Rating: 4.2/10 

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📖 Plot Summary

Silambattam follows Vichu (Silambarasan), a young man raised by his grandfather in a temple. Unaware of his true identity, Vichu becomes involved in a conflict where he must confront his past and settle a village feud. The film explores themes of self-discovery and justice.

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🎭 Cast
• Silambarasan as Vichu
• Sana Khan as Janu
• Sneha as Gayathri
• Prabhu as Vichu’s father
• Kishore as Muthuvel
• Santhanam as Saamaa
• Nedumudi Venu, Ponvannan, and Premji Amaren in supporting roles

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🎶 Music

The film’s music, composed by Yuvan Shankar Raja, features a soundtrack that complements the film’s action sequences and emotional moments.

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📺 Where to Watch

Silambattam is available for streaming on platforms such as Apple TV and Amazon Prime Video. These services offer the film in its original Tamil version with subtitles in multiple languages, including English and Arabic.

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📝 Reception

Upon release, Silambattam received mixed reviews. While the performances of the lead actors were appreciated, some critics felt that the film’s narrative lacked originality and depth. Despite its star cast and action sequences, the film did not perform well at the box office.

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For a visual glimpse into the film, you can watch the full movie below:

Silambattam Full Movie Tamil | Simbu | Sneha | Sana Khan

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06/09/2025

Coolie quarrel with Beggar

Annapoorani: The Goddess of Food (2023) – Film Overview • Title: Annapoorani: The Goddess of Food • Release Date: 1 Dece...
06/09/2025

Annapoorani: The Goddess of Food (2023) – Film Overview
• Title: Annapoorani: The Goddess of Food
• Release Date: 1 December 2023 (theatrical) 
• Language: Tamil
• Genre: Drama with a culinary theme
• Director: Nilesh Krishnaa (making his directorial debut) 
• Producers: Jatin Sethi and R. Ravindran, under Zee Studios, Naad Studios, and Trident Arts 

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Cast & Crew
• Lead Cast:
• Nayanthara as Annapoorani
• Jai as Farhaan, her classmate and friend/love interest
• Sathyaraj and Achyuth Kumar in supporting roles  
• Technical Team:
• Cinematography: Sathyan Sooryan
• Editing: Praveen Antony
• Music: Thaman S  
• The movie celebrates Nayanthara’s 75th film and reunites her with Jai and Sathyaraj after Raja Rani (2013) .

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Plot Summary

Annapoorani tells the story of a young Brahmin woman from a conservative temple-cook family who dreams of becoming India’s top chef. The narrative explores her internal conflict and societal pressures as she pursues her passion—preparing and tasting non-vegetarian dishes, traditionally taboo within her community. Jai’s character, Farhaan, is a supportive classmate aiding her on this journey.  

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Controversy & Backlash

The film stirred significant controversy shortly after its Netflix release on 29 December 2023:
• Religious Sentiment Concerns: It depicted scenes such as:
• Annapoorani cooking and eating meat despite being from a vegetarian Brahmin background, even wearing a hijab and performing Namaz before cooking.
• A dialogue suggesting Lord Ram ate meat.
These sparked backlash for allegedly hurting Hindu and Brahmin sentiments    .
• Accusations of Promoting ‘Love Jihad’: Some groups linked the film’s portrayal of interfaith connections to this conspiracy theory  .
• Response:
• Netflix removed the film at the licensor’s request   .
• Zee Studios issued an apology, acknowledging the unintended hurt and committed to editing the contentious scenes before any re-release  .
• An FIR was filed in Mumbai, and additional protests followed, including by the VHP and Hindu IT Cell  .
• Legal and Platform Fallout: The film was pulled from streaming and will be re-released only after necessary edits. It’s slated to return on OTT platform Simply South as of August 2024—but only for viewers outside India unless edits are made .

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Summary Table

Aspect Details
Genre Culinary Drama (social/religious conflict)
Lead Cast Nayanthara, Jai, Sathyaraj, Achyuth Kumar
Director Nilesh Krishnaa
Release Date 1 Dec 2023 (Theatrical); OTT on Netflix 29 Dec 2023
Controversy Depiction of meat-eating, religious rituals, and interfaith themes
OTT Status Removed from Netflix; pending re-release after edits on certain OTTs
Reception Mixed; overshadowed by social backlash and platform removal

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Here’s an overview of the 2008 Tamil action film Satyam, starring Vishal and Nayanthara:⸻🎬 Film Overview • Title: Satyam...
06/09/2025

Here’s an overview of the 2008 Tamil action film Satyam, starring Vishal and Nayanthara:

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🎬 Film Overview
• Title: Satyam (சத்தியம்)
• Release Date: August 14, 2008
• Director: A. Rajasekhar (debut)
• Producer: Vikram Krishna
• Music: Harris Jayaraj
• Runtime: Approximately 2 hours 56 minutes
• Language: Tamil
• Genre: Action Drama
• IMDb: Satyam (2008)

Satyam was simultaneously shot in Tamil and Telugu (as Salute), featuring a slightly different supporting cast. The film stars Vishal as an honest police officer, Nayanthara as the female lead, and Upendra in a pivotal role .

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📖 Plot Summary

The film follows Satyam (Vishal), a principled police officer who believes in upholding justice through the legal system rather than resorting to extrajudicial killings. He is assigned to investigate a case where a powerful politician hires an assassin to eliminate his rivals. As Satyam delves deeper into the case, he uncovers a complex web of corruption and deceit, leading to a series of intense confrontations .

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🎭 Cast
• Vishal as Satyam
• Nayanthara as Divya
• Upendra as Manickvel
• Sudha Chandran as Satyam’s mother
• Premji Amaren as Bora
• Kota Srinivasa Rao as The Home Minister
• Brahmanandam, Tanikella Bharani, Senthil, and Ravi Kale in supporting roles

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🎶 Music

The film’s music, composed by Harris Jayaraj, features a soundtrack that complements the film’s intense action sequences and emotional moments. The songs and background score were well-received, adding depth to the narrative .

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📺 Where to Watch

Satyam is available for streaming on platforms such as Apple TV and Amazon Prime Video. These services offer the film in its original Tamil version with subtitles in multiple languages, including English and Arabic  .

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📝 Reception

Upon release, Satyam received mixed reviews. While the performances of the lead actors were appreciated, some critics felt that the film’s narrative lacked originality and depth. Despite its star cast and action sequences, the film did not perform well at the box office .

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06/09/2025

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Theera Kaadhal (2023) – Key Details • Director: Rohin Venkatesan (known for Adhe Kangal, Petromax)   • Producers: A. ...
06/09/2025

Theera Kaadhal (2023) – Key Details
• Director: Rohin Venkatesan (known for Adhe Kangal, Petromax)  
• Producers: A. Subaskaran for Lyca Productions 
• Writers: Rohin Venkatesan & G. R. Surendarnath (dialogues by G. R. Surendarnath) 
• Cast:
• Jai as Gautham
• Aishwarya Rajesh as Aaranya
• Sshivada as Vandhana
• Supporting: Vriddhi Vishal, Abdool Lee, Amazath Khan, Sreeja Ravi, Manobala, RJ Anandhi   
• Technical Team:
• Cinematography: Ravivarman Neelamegam (also known as Ravi Varman)
• Editing: Prasanna GK
• Music: Siddhu Kumar  
• Runtime: 128 minutes (~2 hours 8 minutes)  
• Release:
• Theatrical: 26 May 2023 
• Streaming: Available on Netflix since 24 June 2023 (post-theatrical digital premiere)  

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Story & Themes

A heartfelt drama where two former college sweethearts—Gautham (Jai) and Aaranya (Aishwarya Rajesh)—meet unexpectedly on a train. Gautham is married to Vandhana (Sshivada), leading a peaceful life, while Aaranya is trapped in an abusive marriage   .

Their reunion stirs up unresolved feelings and emotional turmoil, blurring the lines between loyalty and longing. Director Rohin emphasizes it’s not just a love triangle—it’s a story about three individuals shaped by love, pain, and the choices they make .

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Reception & Reviews
• The Times of India: 2.5/5
“Has its moments but falls short of being a truly compelling and emotionally resonant love story.” 
• The Hindu (Bhuvanesh Chandar):
“If not for the three capable actors and Siddhu Kumar’s music, … the film would have been more patience-testing than it already is.”  
• Film Companion:
“Even with a wafer-thin storyline, … manages to keep us mostly engaged with some twists and beautiful performances.” 
• Dinamalar:
– Rated 3.25/5, commenting that the film evokes nostalgia and mirrors many classic Tamil films, despite its predictability. 
• JustWatch:
– Currently streaming on Netflix; no free platforms available. 

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Summary Table

Attribute Details
Genre Romantic Drama / Relationship Story
Director Rohin Venkatesan
Lead Cast Jai (Gautham), Aishwarya Rajesh (Aaranya), Sshivada (Vandhana)
Release Date 26 May 2023 (Theatrical)
Runtime ~128 minutes
Availability Netflix (Post-theatrical streaming)
Reviews Mixed—praise for acting and music, critiqued for screenplay & depth

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🎬 OverviewSantosh Subramaniam (2008) is a Tamil-language romantic comedy film. It is the Tamil remake of the 2006 Telugu...
06/09/2025

🎬 Overview

Santosh Subramaniam (2008) is a Tamil-language romantic comedy film. It is the Tamil remake of the 2006 Telugu film Bommarillu. The film was directed by Mohan Raja and stars Jayam Ravi and Genelia D’Souza in the lead roles (Wikipedia).

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📖 Plot Summary

Santosh Subramaniam is the son of a wealthy businessman who runs a construction company. His father is very protective and controlling. Santosh wants freedom and independence in his life. He falls in love and tries to introduce his girlfriend to his father, but faces several challenges along the way. The film explores the emotional relationship between a father and son (Wikipedia).

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🎭 Cast
• Jayam Ravi as Santosh
• Genelia D’Souza as Hasini
• Prakash Raj as Subramaniam (Santosh’s father)
• Geetha and Sayaji Shinde in supporting roles

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🎶 Music

The music was composed by Devi Sri Prasad. Some songs from the original Telugu film were reused, including a popular track reimagined in Tamil as “Eppadi Irundhaal En Manasu.” The songs were performed by popular singers, including Siddharth (Wikipedia).

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🏆 Awards & Recognition
• Tamil Nadu State Film Awards – Third Best Film
• 56th Filmfare Awards South – Nominated in four categories: Best Film, Best Director, Best Actor, Best Actress

The film received positive reviews from critics and audiences, particularly praising the performances of Jayam Ravi, Genelia, and Prakash Raj (Wikipedia).

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📺 Where to Watch

The movie is available online on Sun NXT (Sun NXT).

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Summary:
Santosh Subramaniam is a heartwarming, comedic, and emotional story about the father-son relationship, suitable for family viewing.

06/09/2025

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