Mani Ratnam: News
22 May 2025
Kamal Haasan'Sugar Baby': Trisha-Kamal Haasan's song sparks debate over age gap
The recently released lyrical video of Sugar Baby, a song from the much-anticipated film Thug Life, has stirred up a storm on social media.
22 May 2025
AR RahmanMani Ratnam confirms Sanya Malhotra's 'friendly appearance' in 'Thug Life'
Director Mani Ratnam has confirmed that actor Sanya Malhotra will make a cameo appearance in his upcoming film, Thug Life.
21 May 2025
AR Rahman'Thug Life' to hit OTT 8 weeks after theatrical release
The much-anticipated Tamil film Thug Life, starring Kamal Haasan and directed by Mani Ratnam, is all set to hit theaters on June 5.
18 May 2025
South Indian CinemaMani Ratnam-Naveen Polishetty uniting for a love story? Find out
In an exciting piece of news, noted filmmaker Mani Ratnam and popular actor Naveen Polishetty are said to be teaming up for a new movie.
17 May 2025
Ali Fazal'Thug Life' trailer: Kamal Haasan-Mani Ratnam promise explosive gangster drama
The much-anticipated trailer for the gangster action drama Thug Life has finally dropped, marking a reunion between director Mani Ratnam and actor Kamal Haasan after nearly four decades.
09 May 2025
Kamal HaasanKamal Haasan postpones 'Thug Life' audio launch amid India-Pakistan tensions
Veteran actor Kamal Haasan has postponed the audio launch for his upcoming movie, Thug Life, which was scheduled for May 16.
05 May 2025
AR RahmanWhere to watch Mani Ratnam's 'Thug Life' after theatrical run
The much-anticipated Tamil action drama, Thug Life, directed by the legendary Mani Ratnam, will release in theaters on June 5, 2025.
02 May 2025
Ashwini VaishnawWAVES: Lyca, Mahaveer Jain announce global deal for 9 films
In a significant move to bolster India's global content creation status, Lyca Group (UK-Europe) and Mahaveer Jain Films have announced a collaboration to produce nine Indian feature films over the next three years.
21 Apr 2025
AR RahmanNeeti, Jonita, Sukhwinder to join AR Rahman's Mumbai concert
In an exciting piece of news, it was announced on Monday that legendary music composer AR Rahman will be launching his latest venture, The Wonderment Tour, in Mumbai.
26 Mar 2025
AR RahmanTamil film industry mourns Manoj Bharathiraja's sudden demise
The Tamil film industry is mourning the loss of actor-director Manoj Bharathiraja, who passed away suddenly.
22 Feb 2025
Aditya Chopra'Mother India,' 'DDLJ' to be screened at the Academy Museum
In a historic first for Indian cinema, the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles will host Emotion in Colour: A Kaleidoscope of Indian Cinema.
19 Feb 2025
DhanushSidharth, Janhvi's romantic comedy 'Param Sundari' wraps Kerala shoot
The upcoming rom-com film, Param Sundari, starring Sidharth Malhotra and Janhvi Kapoor, has successfully completed its Kerala shooting schedule.
03 Feb 2025
Kamal HaasanKamal Haasan's 'Thug Life': Silambarasan TR's poster dropped on birthday
The makers of the upcoming film Thug Life celebrated actor Silambarasan TR's 41st birthday on Monday by unveiling a new poster featuring him.
26 Jan 2025
KajolMani Ratnam wanted SRK-Kajol in 'Alaipayuthey'; here's what happened next
Acclaimed filmmaker Mani Ratnam recently disclosed that he had first imagined Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol as the lead pair for his 2000 Tamil hit, Alai Payuthey.
12 Jan 2025
Abhishek Bachchan'Guru': Why Abhishek was 'unsure' about pulling off lead role
As the Mani Ratnam-directed film Guru completed 18 years, actor Abhishek Bachchan reminisced about the movie's importance in his life.
31 Dec 2024
Anil Kapoor'Marco': First Indian action film to get Singapore's 'R21' rating
The Malayalam-language action thriller Marco, featuring Unni Mukundan, has been rated R21 by Singapore's censor board, the Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA), reported OTTplay.
24 Dec 2024
Dinesh VijanFirst look: Sidharth Malhotra and Janhvi Kapoor in 'Param Sundari'
For the first time, Bollywood actors Sidharth Malhotra and Janhvi Kapoor are coming together for a cross-cultural romance film titled Param Sundari.
07 Dec 2024
Shah Rukh Khan'Dil Se' climax 'disappointed' audience, says film's writer Tigmanshu Dhulia
In a recent interview with Lallantop Adda, acclaimed director and dialogue writer Tigmanshu Dhulia spoke about the underwhelming box office performance of the 1998 film Dil Se, directed by Mani Ratnam.
01 Dec 2024
RajinikanthRajinikanth-Mani Ratnam to reunite for 'Thalaivar 173': Report
Legendary actor Rajinikanth and acclaimed director Mani Ratnam will reportedly join hands for a new project after three decades, reported 123Telugu.
28 Nov 2024
Abhishek BachchanHas Aishwarya Rai really dropped 'Bachchan' surname? Here's the truth
Bollywood superstar Aishwarya Rai Bachchan was recently spotted at an event in Dubai, where she was introduced only as "Aishwarya Rai," sans her famous surname "Bachchan."
19 Nov 2024
International Film Festival of India (IFFI)IFFI to screen 'RRR,' 'Ponniyin Selvan' in mobile inflatable theaters
The 55th edition of the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) will change the way we watch films by introducing mobile theater screenings.
07 Nov 2024
Kamal HaasanKamal Haasan's 'Thug Life' set for June 2025; teaser unveiled
The first look teaser of Mani Ratnam's much-awaited film Thug Life was unveiled on Thursday, on the 70th birthday of its lead actor Kamal Haasan.
06 Nov 2024
Abhishek BachchanMani Ratnam might direct Abhishek-Aishwarya for the third time
Acclaimed filmmaker Mani Ratnam is reportedly planning a new Hindi movie with real-life couple Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan.
05 Nov 2024
AR Rahman'Thug Life': Character glimpse loading on Kamal Haasan's birthday
The makers of Thug Life, the much-awaited Kamal Haasan-starrer, have a special treat in store for fans.
01 Nov 2024
Aditi Rao HydariAditi Rao Hydari, Siddharth share dreamy registry pictures on Diwali
Aditi Rao Hydari and Siddharth celebrated their first Diwali as a married couple by sharing unseen pictures from their wedding ceremony.
27 Oct 2024
AR RahmanKamal Haasan-Mani Ratnam's 'Thug Life' may release on this date
The much-awaited Tamil film Thug Life, directed by Mani Ratnam and featuring Kamal Haasan and Silambarasan, is eyeing an April 10, 2025 release, reported OTTPlay.
24 Oct 2024
Abhishek BachchanWhy Abhishek Bachchan skipped Aishwarya Rai's family event
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and daughter Aaradhya recently attended a family birthday party, a photo of which was shared by a Reddit user.
08 Oct 2024
Rishab ShettyNational Film Awards: 'Kantara' shines; Rishab Shetty celebrates dual wins
The 2024 National Film Awards ceremony, which is currently taking place at New Delhi's Vigyan Bhawan, has been an evening to remember for the Indian film industry.
28 Sep 2024
Aishwarya Rai BachchanIIFA Utsavam 2024: Aishwarya, Vikram, Mani Ratnam win big
The IIFA Utsavam, the first day of the IIFA 2024 Awards, took place in Abu Dhabi on Friday night.
20 Sep 2024
Kamal HaasanKamal Haasan's 'Thug Life' bags biggest OTT deal in Kollywood
Kamal Haasan and Mani Ratnam's upcoming gangster drama, Thug Life, has reportedly secured a record-breaking over-the-top (OTT) deal.
16 Sep 2024
Abhishek BachchanWhy Aishwarya, Abhishek took 4 months to name Aaradhya
Bollywood couple Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Abhishek Bachchan welcomed their daughter Aaradhya in 2011. However, did you know, it took them nearly four months to finalize a name for their baby girl?
16 Sep 2024
Aaradhya BachchanAishwarya Rai's SIIMA black 'anarkali' look misses the mark again!
Bollywood actor Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and her daughter Aaradhya Bachchan made a stunning appearance at the South Indian International Movie Awards (SIIMA) 2024 in Dubai on Sunday.
29 Jul 2024
Kamal HaasanKamal Haasan begins dubbing for Mani Ratnam's 'Thug Life'—what's next
The highly-anticipated Tamil film, Thug Life, featuring Kamal Haasan and directed by Mani Ratnam, is nearing the final stages of production.
05 Jul 2024
Kalki 2898 ADStylist decodes Kamal Haasan's looks for 'Kalki,' 'Indian2,' 'Thug Life'
In a recent interview, stylist and designer Amritha Ram opened up about her experience working with actor Kamal Haasan on three film projects: Kalki 2898 AD, Indian 2, and Thug Life.
20 May 2024
Kalki 2898 AD'Thug Life,' 'Kalki 2898 AD': Analyzing Kamal Haasan's upcoming spectacles
Veteran of the Indian film industry, Kamal Haasan, is set to challenge the norm of one release per year with four major films slated for release within the next seven months!
08 May 2024
Kamal HaasanKamal Haasan's 'Thug Life' teaser announces Silambarasan TR's thrilling addition
The wait is over!
16 Apr 2024
Dulquer SalmaanDulquer Salmaan to not return for Kamal Haasan's 'Thug Life'
The much-anticipated film Thug Life, a joint venture of Kamal Haasan and director Mani Ratnam, has been facing casting uncertainties.
26 Mar 2024
Kamal HaasanKamal Haasan's 'Thug Life': Silambarasan TR to replace Dulquer Salmaan
Mani Ratnam and Kamal Haasan are two bonafide forces in Tamil cinema.
23 Mar 2024
Dulquer SalmaanAfter Dulquer Salmaan, Jayam exits Kamal Haasan's 'Thug Life': Report
Renowned Tamil actor Jayam Ravi has reportedly chosen to withdraw from the eagerly awaited film Thug Life.
24 Jan 2024
Tamil CinemaMani Ratnam's 'Thug Life' starring Kamal Haasan is filming now
Kamal Haasan is a bonafide superstar of Tamil cinema and his comeback on celluloid with Vikram is a story to be etched in history.
25 Nov 2023
Ranbir KapoorMani Ratnam, Shankar: South Indian directors Ranbir should collaborate with
There are only a few days left till Animal's arrival, but Ranbir Kapoor has already set the screen ablaze with snippets of his possibly career-best performance in the gangster drama.
09 Nov 2023
Tamil CinemaKamal Haasan's 'Thug Life' announcement teaser registers 20M+ views
Ulaganayagan Kamal Haasan is one of the biggest pan-India superstars. Over the years, the veteran actor has worked across industries and has delivered stellar content.
07 Nov 2023
Tamil Cinema'Thug Life': Kamal Haasan looks invincible in new poster
Kamal Haasan is one of the most known faces in Indian cinema and the actor turned another year wiser on Tuesday.
