Etharkkum Thunindhavan (translated as Daredevil for Anything) is a Tamil-language action drama released in 2022, directed by Pandiraj and starring Suriya in the lead. With roots in real-world issues like cyber abuse, systemic corruption, and gender-based violence, the film packages weighty subject matter into a flashing tale of mass moments, emotion, and action — keeping its heart […]

Vaathi, released in 2023, is a socially conscious Tamil film that shines a spotlight on the power of education and the struggles faced by students from marginalized communities. Featuring Dhanush in the lead role, the film is directed by Venky Atluri and simultaneously produced in Tamil and Telugu (where it is titled Sir). Set during the […]

Few contemporary Tamil films capture everyday life’s warmth, quirks, and emotional undertones with as much grace as Thiruchitrambalam (2022). Directed by Mithran R. Jawahar and fronted by Dhanush, this coming-of-age romantic family drama delivers a gentle, unhurried story about love, loss, friendship, and familial bonds. With its unusual blend of breezy humor, subtle social critique, and understated […]