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]‘I miss writer Sujatha; he was like father to me': Indian 2 director Shankar
Published on Jul 09, 2024 05:17 PM IST
Shankar is well-known for his collaboration with writer Sujatha and the two delivered blockbusters like Gentleman, Kadhalan, Indian and Enthiran (Robot).
![Shankar opened up about his work with writer Sujatha. Shankar opened up about his work with writer Sujatha.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/09/550x309/shankar_1720521960335_1720521960642.jpg)
Siddharth responds to Telangana CM's call to raise drug awareness: ‘No CM has…’
At the press meet for Indian 2 in Hyderabad, actor Siddharth said that ‘every actor is socially responsible’ enough to do what's needed.
![Siddharth plays one of the leads in Shankar's Indian 2. Siddharth plays one of the leads in Shankar's Indian 2.](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/08/148x111/Siddharth_1720452622754_1720452651858.jpeg)
Published on Jul 08, 2024 09:31 PM IST
Fahadh Faasil approached for Rajinikanth's Coolie? Here's what we know
If Fahadh Faasil indeed signs the dotted line for Lokesh Kanagaraj's Coolie, he'll be the rare actor to do 2 consecutive films with Rajinikanth.
![Fahadh Faasil approached for Rajinikanth's Coolie Fahadh Faasil approached for Rajinikanth's Coolie](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/07/148x111/MixCollage-07-Jul-2024-12-14-PM-7998_1720334674214_1720334689119.jpg)
Published on Jul 07, 2024 12:16 PM IST
Indian 2: Shankar reveals he approached Anirudh because AR Rahman was busy
Indian 2 is the sequel to Shankar and Kamal Haasan's 1996 cult vigilante movie. Oscar-winning music composer AR Rahman composed music for that film.
![Shankar reveals he signed Anirudh Ravichander for Indian 2 because AR Rahman was busy Shankar reveals he signed Anirudh Ravichander for Indian 2 because AR Rahman was busy](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/06/148x111/MixCollage-06-Jul-2024-04-02-PM-6915_1720261959513_1720261972274.jpg)
Published on Jul 06, 2024 04:05 PM IST
Kamal Haasan clarifies he ‘likes Indian 3 more': Not that I don't like Indian 2
Kamal Haasan clarified his recent statement which was misinterpreted as him saying he did Indian 2 only because of Indian 3.
Published on Jul 06, 2024 03:48 PM IST
Rajinikanth, Mohan Babu show off their camaraderie: ‘Friendship is life’
Rajinikanth recently arrived in Hyderabad after attending Varalaxmi Sarathkumar's wedding. He was accompanied by his friend Mohan Babu.
![Rajinikanth and Mohan Babu have been friends for years. Rajinikanth and Mohan Babu have been friends for years.](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/05/148x111/Mohan_Babu_Rajinikanth_1720168825038_1720168839944.jpeg)
Published on Jul 05, 2024 03:46 PM IST
Manju Warrier shares pictures of her biking; calls Ajith Kumar her inspiration
This is not the first time actor Manju Warrier called her co-star Ajith Kumar her inspiration for biking either. She purchased her first bike in 2023.
![Manju Warrier has often credited Ajith Kumar for her love of biking. Manju Warrier has often credited Ajith Kumar for her love of biking.](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/04/148x111/Manju_Warrier_Ajith_Kumar_1720104661464_1720104671292.jpg)
Published on Jul 04, 2024 09:00 PM IST
Varalaxmi Sarathkumar wedding reception: Balakrishna, Jackie Shroff attend
Actor Varalaxmi Sarathkumar married Mumbai gallerist Nicholai Sachdev on July 3. They hosted a star-studded wedding reception in Chennai.
![Varalaxmi Sarathkumar and Nicholai Sachdev posed with their guests. Varalaxmi Sarathkumar and Nicholai Sachdev posed with their guests.](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/04/148x111/Varalaxmi_wedding_reception_1720090436654_1720090453833.jpg)
Published on Jul 04, 2024 05:55 PM IST
HT Entertainment Desk | Edited by Neeshita Nyayapati
Rajinikanth, Trisha Krishnan attend Varalaxmi Sarathkumar's wedding. See Pics
Varalaxmi Sarathkumar's wedding on June 3 was attended by celebrities from Tamil film industry. Rajinikanth, Trisha Krishnan were present at the event.
![Rajinikanth and Trisha Krishnan attended Varalaxmni Sarathkumar's wedding. Rajinikanth and Trisha Krishnan attended Varalaxmni Sarathkumar's wedding.](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/07/03/148x111/rajinikanth_trisha_pics_new_1720027143320_1720027187570.jpg)
Published on Jul 03, 2024 10:54 PM IST
Shalini shares a picture with Ajith from the hospital; leaves fans concerned
Shalini Ajith often shares sweet pictures with her family on Instagram, but fans were concerned when she shared a photo from the hospital.
![Shalini professed her love for husband Ajith Kumar while sharing this picture. Shalini professed her love for husband Ajith Kumar while sharing this picture.](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/07/03/148x111/Shalini_Ajith_1719998049488_1719998079021.jpg)
Published on Jul 03, 2024 04:37 PM IST
Kamal says Rajinikanth and he decided not to pass snide remarks about each other
Kamal Haasan said there's always been ‘open’ competition between Rajinikanth and him, but without any ‘envy’.
![Kamal Haasan and Rajinikanth at the latter's residence. (File Photo) Kamal Haasan and Rajinikanth at the latter's residence. (File Photo)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/07/02/148x111/Kamal_Rajini_1653812974468_1719896718984.jpg)
Published on Jul 02, 2024 10:55 AM IST
HT Entertainment Desk | Edited by Sanya
Dubai-based YouTuber Khalid Al Ameri engaged to Tamil actor Sunaina?
Tamil actor Sunaina has reportedly gotten engaged to YouTuber Khalid Al Ameri. Their latest photos are creating a buzz online.
![Sunaina and Khalid Al Ameri have both shared the same engagement photos. Sunaina and Khalid Al Ameri have both shared the same engagement photos.](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/07/01/148x111/sunaina_1719833554619_1719833554794.png)
Updated on Jul 01, 2024 05:27 PM IST
Varalaxmi Sarathkumar glows in green in first mehendi pics with Nicholai Sachdev
Inside pics from Varalaxmi Sarathkumar and Nicholai Sachdev's mehendi are out. The couple hosted a green-themed pre-wedding celebration. Check out the photos.
![Varalaxmi Sarathkumar and Nicholai Sachdev pose together at their mehendi. Varalaxmi Sarathkumar and Nicholai Sachdev pose together at their mehendi.](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/07/01/148x111/varalaxmi_wedding_1719811752814_1719811779225.jpg)
Published on Jul 01, 2024 11:14 AM IST
Vijay Sethupathi on bond with his kids: Never project myself as a father figure
The actor has revealed that his personal experiences as a parent have influenced his role in his last release, Maharaja. The film released on June 14.
![Vijay Sethupathi was last seen in Maharaja.
Vijay Sethupathi was last seen in Maharaja.](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/30/148x111/vijay_pic_1719740939664_1719740965981.jpg)
Published on Jun 30, 2024 03:20 PM IST
HT Entertainment Desk | Edited by Sugandha Rawal
Manisha Koirala meets Kamal Haasan; fans want them to reunite for a film again
Manisha Koirala and Kamal Haasan worked together in Shankar's 1996 film Indian. She took to Instagram to share a picture of them together after years.
![Kamal Haasan and Manisha Koirala acted together in the 1996 film Indian. Kamal Haasan and Manisha Koirala acted together in the 1996 film Indian.](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/30/148x111/Kamal_Haasan_Manisha_Koirala_1719733913820_1719733936373.jpg)
Published on Jun 30, 2024 02:17 PM IST
Varalaxmi Sarathkumar meets PM Modi; invites him to her wedding with Nicholai
Varalaxmi Sarathkumar shared a series of photos with PM Modi as well as her fiancé Nicholai, her father Sarathkumar and Radhika Sarathkumar.
![Varalaxmi Sarathkumar poses with Prime Minister Narendra Modi as she invited him to her wedding. Varalaxmi Sarathkumar poses with Prime Minister Narendra Modi as she invited him to her wedding.](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/29/148x111/MixCollage-29-Jun-2024-10-27-AM-4504_1719638460389_1719638488222.jpg)
Published on Jun 29, 2024 11:18 AM IST
Kanguva vs Jigra: Suriya and Alia Bhatt's films to release in October
Suriya has announced the release date of his epic-fantasy action-thriller Kanguva. The movie will lock horns with Alia Bhatt's Jigra on Dussehra 2024.
![Suriya's Kanguva will be clashing with Alia Bhatt's Jigra on October 2024. Suriya's Kanguva will be clashing with Alia Bhatt's Jigra on October 2024.](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/27/148x111/kanguva_jigra_suriya_alia_1719504087878_1719504125780.jpg)
Published on Jun 27, 2024 09:36 PM IST
Kannada actor Darshan's wife urges his fans to stay calm
Kannada actor Darshan's wife urges his fans to stay calm
![Kannada actor Darshan's wife urges his fans to stay calm Kannada actor Darshan's wife urges his fans to stay calm](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/05/20/148x111/Entertainment_News_1716196587643_1716196587841.jpeg)
Updated on Jun 27, 2024 12:17 AM IST
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Kamal Haasan meets Ramesh Sippy, reminisces shooting with him for Saagar
Kamal Haasan acted in Ramesh Sippy's 1985 film Saagar with Rishi Kapoor and Dimple Kapadia as his co-stars. He met the director while promoting Indian 2.
![Kamal Haasan with Siddharth, Ramesh Sippy and Kiran Juneja. Kamal Haasan with Siddharth, Ramesh Sippy and Kiran Juneja.](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/26/148x111/Kamal_Haasan_Sippy_1719401901723_1719401938750.jpg)
Published on Jun 26, 2024 05:56 PM IST
HT Entertainment Desk | Edited by Neeshita Nyayapati
'Successfully destroyed Senapathy': Internet disappointed with Indian 2 trailer
After multiple delays Kamal Haasan's Indian 2 is set to hit theatres on July 12. The recently released trailer however, has failed to impress the internet
Published on Jun 26, 2024 01:00 PM IST
‘Looks like a spoof': Twitter calls Kamal Haasan's Indian 2 trailer 'mid'
Kamal Haasan finally released the trailer for Indian 2 on Tuesday but not everyone was impressed.
![Yeah the internet isn't feeling Kamal Haasan's Indian 2 trailer. Yeah the internet isn't feeling Kamal Haasan's Indian 2 trailer.](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/26/148x111/kamal_haasan_indian_2_1719382294217_1719382294421.png)
Published on Jun 26, 2024 11:44 AM IST
Indian 2 trailer: Kamal Haasan fights shirtless, returns as master of disguise
Indian 2 trailer: The sequel to S Shankar and Kamal Haasan's 1996 vigilante film arrives 18 years after the original. It also stars Siddharth and Rakul Preet.
![Indian 2 trailer: Kamal Haasan returns as vigilante Senapathy Indian 2 trailer: Kamal Haasan returns as vigilante Senapathy](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/25/148x111/kamal_haasan_1719324669112_1719324682611.jpg)
Published on Jun 25, 2024 07:56 PM IST
Jayam Ravi's wife Aarti Ravi removes all her Instagram photos with him
Jayam Ravi and Aarti Ravi tied the knot in 2009. Reports of the couple's alleged divorce cropped up after Aarti deleted her photos with Jayam.
![Jayam Ravi's wife Aarti Ravi has deleted their wedding pictures amid divorce speculations. Jayam Ravi's wife Aarti Ravi has deleted their wedding pictures amid divorce speculations.](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/25/148x111/jayam_aarti_1719322032754_1719322110132.jpg)
Published on Jun 25, 2024 07:19 PM IST
Are Vijay and Trisha dating? Internet sleuths investigate elevator selfie
Vijay and Trisha Krishnan worked together in Lokesh Kanagaraj's Leo. Their dating reports went viral after Trisha posted a selfie on Vijay's 50th birthday.
![Vijay-Trisha Krishnan's dating rumours are going rife with internet decoding its own version. Vijay-Trisha Krishnan's dating rumours are going rife with internet decoding its own version.](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/25/148x111/vijay_trisha_1719296250520_1719296277356.jpg)
Published on Jun 25, 2024 11:59 AM IST
Aditi Rao Hydari, Siddharth attend Sonakshi Sinha, Zaheer Iqbal's wedding
Huma Qureshi and Aayush Sharma, along with Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal's families, were also spotted attending the civil ceremony.
![Aditi Rao Hydari, Siddharth were clicked attending Sonakshi Sinha, Zaheer Iqbal's wedding. Aditi Rao Hydari, Siddharth were clicked attending Sonakshi Sinha, Zaheer Iqbal's wedding.](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/23/148x111/Aditi_Rao_Hydari_Siddharth_Sonakshi_Sinha_1719151618954_1719151691720.jpg)
Published on Jun 23, 2024 08:22 PM IST
Trisha Krishnan shares a mirror selfie with Vijay: ‘To many milestones ahead’
Fans were thrilled to see Trisha Krishnan wish Vijay on his birthday, calling them ‘goals’ and ‘the most iconic pair’. Vijay turned 50 on June 22.
![Trisha shared a mirror selfie wishing Vijay on his birthday. Trisha shared a mirror selfie wishing Vijay on his birthday.](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/23/148x111/Vijay_Trisha_1719132932356_1719132962257.jpg)
Published on Jun 23, 2024 03:07 PM IST
Ajith Kumar all smiles as he indulges his passion for racing in Dubai. Watch
Ajith might be known for being an actor in Tamil cinema, but many might not know that he’s also a sports car racer who took part in the MRF Racing Series.
![Ajith Kumar indulged in his love for racing in Dubai. Ajith Kumar indulged in his love for racing in Dubai.](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/22/148x111/Ajith_Kumar_racing_1719058643287_1719058663809.jpg)
Published on Jun 22, 2024 06:30 PM IST
The GOAT Bday Shots: First glimpse of Vijay in a dual role released. Watch
Director Venkat Prabhu released ‘bday shots’ from his upcoming film, The Greatest of All Time, on Vijay's birthday. The video was also screened in theatres.
![The Greatest of All Time: Vijay's first glimpse from the film was released on his birthday. The Greatest of All Time: Vijay's first glimpse from the film was released on his birthday.](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/22/148x111/Screenshot_2024-06-22_130304_1719042138023_1719042156505.png)
Published on Jun 22, 2024 02:04 PM IST
Happy 50th birthday Thalapathy Vijay: Kamal Haasan, Prabhu Deva wish him
Prabhu Deva posted a selfie with ‘super hero’ Vijay. In the photo, Vijay had his arm around Prabhu Deva, who clicked the picture.
![Kamal Haasan and Prabhu Deva among others wished Vijay on birthday. Kamal Haasan and Prabhu Deva among others wished Vijay on birthday.](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/22/148x111/Vijay_Prabhu_Deva_1719036637733_1719036648490.jpg)
Published on Jun 22, 2024 11:59 AM IST
Vijay, Suriya condemn deaths due to tainted liquor in TN; bat for accountability
In Kallakurichi, 47 people died, and over 100 people have been hospitalised after consuming tainted liquor. Vijay and Suriya called out the government.
![Vijay and Suriya condemed the deaths in Kallakurichi due to tained liquor. Vijay and Suriya condemed the deaths in Kallakurichi due to tained liquor.](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/21/148x111/Vijay_Suriya_1718974804487_1718974814208.jpg)
Published on Jun 21, 2024 07:52 PM IST
HT Entertainment Desk | Edited by Neeshita Nyayapati