Hitting theaters alongside veteren filmmaker Suresh Krissna’s Charukesi and a wave of fresh debutant directors, Parimala & Co is already generating massive buzz—primarily for pulling off a major casting coup: reuniting powerhouse actors Jayaram and Urvashi on screen after more than two decades.

The Plot: Pure, Unadulterated Family Chaos

Parimala & Co is a dark comedy that expertly blends razor-sharp humor with underlying emotional tension. The story follows a chaotic, highly dysfunctional middle-class family that unexpectedly finds itself trapped in a mysterious, high-stakes situation. As bizarre and erratic circumstances unfold around them, this disordered family must do everything in their power to escape the madness—resulting in a perfect mix of ridiculous, laugh-out-loud moments and intense drama.

An Absolute Powerhouse Cast

Beyond the nostalgic reunion of Jayaram and Urvashi, Pandiraaj has assembled a vibrant, star-studded ensemble that promises incredible comedic chemistry:

• The Icons: Jayaram & Urvashi

• The Scene-Stealers: Director-actor Mysskin and comedy superstar Yogi Babu

• The Wildcard: Dynamic choreographer and actor Sandy Master

• The Rising Stars: Sanjana Krishnamoorthy, Santosh Shobhan, and Ananthika Sanilkumar

The Visionaries Behind the Scenes

The film boasts elite production values and a top-tier technical crew, ensuring it looks and sounds as brilliant as its script demands:

Production Heavyweights: The film is jointly bankrolled by Subaskaran of Lyca Productions, Tamilkumaran under his namesake banner, and director Pandiraaj himself through his signature Pasanga Productions label.

The Technical Crew:

• Director: Pandiraaj

• Cinematography: George C. Williams (known for grand, vibrant framing)

• Music Composer: Foxn

• Editor: Pradeep E. Ragav (keeping the dark comedy pacing tight)

• Art Director: T. Ramalingam

• Stunt Choreographer: Kalai Kingson

June 5th—Parimala & Co promises to be a wild, chaotic, and emotionally satisfying ride at the movies!

This highly anticipated project is shaping up to be a deeply personal milestone for the director, packed with major creative milestones and powerhouse talent.

A Dream Collaboration: Mari Selvaraj x Ilaiyaraaja

The biggest talking point of Manjanathi is the historic, first-ever collaboration between Mari Selvaraj and the legendary musical maestro, Isaignani Ilaiyaraaja.

The project was beautifully unveiled at Ilaiyaraaja’s “From Raaja With Love” live concert in Chennai. For Mari Selvaraj—who has frequently used the Maestro’s tracks as emotional backdrops in his previous works—this fulfills a lifelong dream.

“I begin to sketch my life with Isaignani Ilaiyaraaja. The symphony of my heart.” — Mari Selvaraj

The Narrative: Honoring the Women of His Town

While Mari Selvaraj’s previous films like Pariyerum Perumal, Karnan, and Vaazhai focused heavily on the struggles and lives of men from his hometown, Manjanathi shifts the lens. Speaking at the concert, the director revealed that this slice-of-life drama will dedicatedly narrate the stories of the women from his village.

Production notes describe the film as an intimate, emotionally resonant, and rooted drama crafted in the same poignant spirit as his critically acclaimed film Vaazhai.

Star-Studded Cast & Production Crew

The film brings together a fresh and exciting primary cast, backed by strong production houses:

• Leading Actresses: Priyanka Mohan and Kayadu Lohar are confirmed to star in the lead roles, both expressing immense excitement on social media about joining this prestigious project.

• Presented By: Divya Mari Selvaraj

• Production Banners: Navvi Studios in joint association with Sushant Prasad of Fortune Entertainment.

Keep your eyes peeled as more details on the extended cast and release window roll out!

Starring Suriya, Trisha, RJ Balaji, Indrans, Natty, Swasika, Sshivada and Anagha Maya Ravi.

Written and Directed by RJ Balaji

Produced by Dream Warrior Pictures
SR Prakash Babu and SR Prabhu

Music by Sai Abyankkar
DOP by GK Vishnu
Edited by R Kalaivanan

Tamil Nadu Release by Sakthi Film Factory

“Madras Matinee,” the film produced and directed by Karthikeyan Mani under the banner of Madras Motion Pictures, premiered on June 6th to widespread acclaim. The movie, featuring a talented ensemble cast including Sathyaraj, Kali Venkat, Shelly, Roshini Haripriyan, Vishwa George Marian, Archana Sandhook, Sunil Sugada Sams, Geetha Kailasam, and many others, has been embraced by audiences and lauded by the media as a remarkable creation. This overwhelming positive reception has propelled the film to immense success, as it continues to run successfully in hundreds of theaters, drawing strong support from fans.

To celebrate this achievement, the film’s crew recently organized a thanksgiving event in Chennai to express their gratitude to the media and the audience for making the film a resounding success. Members of the cast and crew were in attendance.

Speaking at the event, actor Kali Venkat extended his heartfelt thanks for the support the film has received so far and for the continued support it is expected to garner.

“I thank the director for giving me this opportunity,” he said. “The director was introduced to me through the film’s creative producer, Abhishek Raja, who narrated the story. When he described my character, it reminded me of my own father. I felt there wouldn’t be a better opportunity to dedicate something to him, so I agreed to be a part of this film.”

Venkat shared a touching anecdote: “After the film’s release, when I visited theaters to gauge audience reception, some fans hugged me and wept. My shirt was drenched with their tears. This was a new and unforgettable experience for me. While acting, I never anticipated the immense impact this character would have on the audience.”

He further added, “Only in art can one truly appreciate even tears. This is a tremendous blessing for actors in cinema. The film I had watched the most before this was ‘Gargi.’ Now, ‘Madras Matinee’ surpasses it, largely because of its exceptional sound design.”

Kali Venkat also expressed his gratitude to Vadivelu for singing a song in the film, and to all the actors, actresses, and technical crew members who contributed to “Madras Matinee.”

The film stars Vimal as the male lead and Mullai Arasi as the female lead. They are joined by a stellar supporting cast, including ‘Viduthalai’ Chetan, ‘Paruthiveeran’ Saravanan, and many other prominent actors.

Creative Team and Production
This exciting comedy entertainer, designed to appeal to all age groups and be enjoyed by families, is directed by debutant duo Elson Eldhose and Manish K Thoppil. The story is penned by Basil George and Akash V Paul, with Sudhi Krishna handling the screenplay.

The technical crew boasts an impressive lineup:

Cinematography: Jiju Sunny (known for the hit film ‘Parking’)
Music: Justin Prabhakaran
Dialogues: Francis Nelson Xavier and Maruthu Periyasamy
Editing: Madan
Art Direction: Rajkamal
Stunts: Phoenix Prabhu
Executive Producer: Ranjith Karunakaran
Filming Location and Future Announcements
The movie, set against a rural backdrop, will be filmed in a single schedule in and around Karaikudi.

The film’s title and first look are expected to be officially announced very soon. Stay tuned for more updates on this promising new comedy entertainer!

‘Kaimera’ – A Unique Scientific Crime Thriller from Manik Jay.N
After the success of ‘Paramu’ and ‘Selfish’, director Manik Jay.N is back with his third directorial venture, ‘Kaimera’. This intriguing scientific crime thriller explores a novel concept: what happens when animal cells are introduced into a human body, altering their behavior to become more animalistic?

Manik Jay.N, who made his acting debut in ‘Vachikkava’ before stepping into direction with ‘Paramu’, also directed and acted in the bilingual film ‘Selfish’ (Tamil and Kannada). For ‘Kaimera’, he has taken on the dual role of producer and director.

Cast and Plot
The film introduces LNT Ettish as the protagonist. The cast also includes Tharai Krishnan, Ranjith Kumar in diverse roles, and director Manik Jay himself in another crucial character. Soumya, Krishna Nandhu, and Gnaneswari star as the three female leads.

The core idea of ‘Kaimera’ stems from scientific research on how introducing cells from one animal into another can alter its characteristics. The title itself, ‘Kaimera’, is a Marathi word signifying “Manorajyam” or genetic modification, perfectly encapsulating the film’s theme.

The story unfolds around Bengaluru, with principal photography taking place in Bengaluru, Hampi, and Hosur. Interestingly, the lead actor immersed himself so deeply in his role that he suffered psychological effects for nearly two months after filming concluded, requiring medical treatment to recover.

Director’s Vision and Pan-India Release
Director Manik Jay describes ‘Kaimera’ as a scientific crime thriller that offers a fresh and never-before-told narrative. He emphasizes that the film will provide a new experience for audiences, particularly for suspense lovers, with its unpredictable plot. Despite its thrilling premise, the movie will also feature ample humor and a family-friendly storyline. To maintain a realistic tone, only newcomers were cast in the film.

‘Kaimera’ is set for a grand pan-Indian release in five languages: Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada, and Hindi. The film features five songs, sung by renowned artists such as Unni Krishnan, Satyaprakash, Prasanna, Anuradha Bhat, Manasa Holla, and other popular singers in their respective languages. Notably, popular singer Anuradha Bhat was so impressed by the songs that she volunteered to sing one track in all five languages.

The film is currently undergoing censorship, with promotional activities across all languages slated to begin soon. An announcement regarding the film’s music launch is also expected shortly.

The yet-to-be-titled film is produced by actor, director and producer Thiagarajan, Prashanth’s father, under the Staar Movies banner. The film is being shaped as a family entertainer with elements of action and sentiment. While several top actors are expected to join the cast, the selection for the female lead is currently underway. Meanwhile, Prashanth has already begun intense physical training in preparation for his 55th film.

‘Enai Sudum Banni’, movie based on a true story, is releasing on March 21st!

Directed by Ram Seva and produced by Hemalatha Sundarraj under the banner of SNS Pictures, the film ‘Enai Sudum Pani’ stars Natraj Sundarraj in the lead role and Upasana in the female lead. It also stars K. Bhagyaraj in the lead role, Thalaivasal Vijay, Dance Master Sandy, Singam Puli, Chithra Lakshmanan, Mano Bala, Muthukkalai and many others.

Produced by Srinivasarao Jalakam under Naisat Media Works, the film “Yamakaathaghi” is a completely different horror thriller set in a village setting and released on March 7. The film received a great response as a quality work in a different field and garnered praise from critics.

Following the success of the film, the film crew met with the press and media friends and expressed their gratitude.

The team of the much-awaited family-oriented film starring actor Sasikumar in the lead role has officially started shooting with a traditional pooja. Known for his realistic and emotional films, Sasikumar is set to bring another heart-touching story to the big screen with this film, which will see veteran actors Sathyaraj and Bharath in prominent roles.

The film marks the debut of Megha Shetty and Malavika as heroines in Tamil cinema. The talented and excellent performances of experienced artists like M.S. Bhaskar, ‘Aadukalam’ Naren, Saravanan, ‘Ganja’ Karuppu, Indumathi and Joe Mallory ensure a quality film.

Cinematographer S.R. Sathish Kumar will handle the cinematography, while NR Raghunandan, known for his soulful songs in films like Sundarapandian, Kodiveeran and Ayodhya, will compose the music.