Tamil Director
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Bharathiraja's last film: Here's the film veteran actor-director worked on before his passing
Regional Cinema | Jun 10, 2026, 12:25 PM ISTBharathiraja remained active in films despite his age. His last movie, Ravi Murykaiya's Pulavar, was announced last year. Here’s everything to know about the veteran actor-filmmaker’s final role and posthumous appearance.
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Velu Prabhakaran, renowned Tamil filmmaker-cinematographer, passes away at 68
Regional Cinema | Jul 18, 2025, 03:05 PM ISTTamil director, cinematographer, and actor Velu Prabhakaran died at the age of 68 in Chennai. Reportedly, he passed away due to prolonged illness.
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Vikram Sugumaran, popular Tamil director, dies at 47 due to cardiac arrest
Regional Cinema | Jun 02, 2025, 11:55 AM ISTSouth's famous filmmaker Vikram Sugumaran breathed his last on Sunday. He was of 47-year-old.
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'Medicine mixed in Panchamrit makes men impotent', Tamil director arrested bizarre statement
Celebrities | Sep 24, 2024, 10:15 PM ISTThe issue of Tirupati Balaji temple is hot across the country. Ever since the matter of adding animal fat in the prasadam has come to light, people have been angry at those who prepare the prasad for this temple. Meanwhile, a famous director's claims on a similar theme have landed him in jail.
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'Your hard work is yours': Burglars return National Awards stolen from director Manikandan's house
Regional Cinema | Feb 14, 2024, 05:58 PM ISTManikandan, the Tamil director, whose ancestral residence in Usilampatti, Madurai, was targeted by audacious burglars last week. Later, he was presented with an apology note alongside the medals.
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Tamil director Mani Nagaraj passes away: G.V Prakash Kumar & other celebs pay tribute
Celebrities | Aug 25, 2022, 07:51 PM ISTTamil director Mani Nagaraj who made his directing debut with GV Prakash's Pencil breathed his last on Thursday. His friends and fans from the industry paid they tributes on social media platforms.
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Director Thiagarajan of Managara Kaval fame found dead on streets near AVM Studios in Chennai
Entertainment | Dec 09, 2021, 10:30 AM ISTM Thiagarajan passed away on Wednesday (December 8). Reportedly, the popular Tamil director was found dead on the streets near AVM Studios in Chennai.
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Tamil director Babu Sivan dies at 54
Regional Cinema | Sep 17, 2020, 12:58 PM ISTTamil director Babu Sivan who passed away was best known for directing Vijay-starrer Tamil film Vettaikkaran. He is now survived by his wife and two daughters. As per reports, he was found in an unconscious state and was rushed him to a private hospital. However, he was later shifted to a government hospital due to financial constraints.
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Tamil actor-director Visu dies at 74
Regional Cinema | Mar 22, 2020, 08:56 PM ISTTamil movie director, actor Visu passes away at the age of 74. He has worked in movies like 'Samsaram Adhu Minsaram', 'Manal Kayaru', 'Dowry Kalyanam.'
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Tamil filmmaker Raj Kapoor's son Sharook dies at 23
Celebrities | Feb 18, 2020, 09:52 AM ISTRaj Kapoor's' son Sharook along with his mom Sajeela Kapoor was on a pilgrimage Mecca, where he took his last breath. The sudden death of their son has left the entire film industry into a state of shock
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Tamil director Bharathiraja to be honoured in Singapore
Regional Cinema | Jul 17, 2019, 03:37 PM ISTVeteran Tamil director Bharathi Raja will be honoured with a lifetime achievement award at the 3rd Singapore South Asian International Film Festival (Sg.SAIFF) on August 30.
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Tamil director points 5 mistakes in Baahubali 2, SS Rajamouli has the perfect reply
Bollywood | May 05, 2017, 12:53 PM ISTThe tweet was sarcastic to the fullest. However, what happened next was amusing which will make your respect Rajamouli all the more.
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Tamil director Kathir's reception and wedding pics
Bollywood | Sep 06, 2013, 06:34 AM ISTChennai: Tamil acclaimed filmmaker Kathir tied the wedding knot with V. Shanthini Dev, daughter of V Vijayakumar and Dhanalakshmi at Thiruparankundram Murugan Temple, Madurai on Monday. A couple of days later on Wednesday a lavish