MGR

'Those Sitting In Air-Conditioned Rooms...': PM Modi Attacks INDIA Alliance In Tamil Nadu

Attacking the opposition alliance, the PM highlighted the fear among those who have allegedly exploited the state for decades.

Feb 27, 2024, 17:35 PM IST

As Actor Vijay Launches Political Party, Here's A List Of Stars Who Entered Tamil Nadu Politics In Past

Vijay’s political entry comes at a time when he is at the peak of his career and fame in cinema, and at a relatively young age of 49. This makes him an exceptional case among the actors who have ventured into politics in Tamil Nadu.

Feb 02, 2024, 20:36 PM IST

'Tamil Nadu needs a leader who could walk the talk': VK Sasikala, says she wishes to take AIADMK forward like MGR, Amma

Former AIADMK leader VK Sasikala said, "...there should be a leader who should be truthful and he/she should not speak different things in past and present so that they can do good things for Tamil Nadu people."

Jul 06, 2022, 09:05 AM IST

Google Doodle remembers Sivaji Ganesan, the tallest actor in Tamil Cinema

Trained in many dance forms, Sivaji Ganesan worked in many languages and had an acute understanding of mythological texts.

Oct 01, 2021, 08:41 AM IST

Thalaivii releases this week - 5 reasons why Kangana Ranaut starrer is a must-watch!

Thalaivii will be released in Tamil, Telugu and Hindi. However, the film is likely to take the OTT route soon after the theatrical release.

Sep 07, 2021, 17:22 PM IST

Kangana Ranaut visits J Jayalalithaa's memorial ahead of ‘Thalaivii’ release, pays heartfelt tribute – See Pics!

Actor Kangana Ranaut, who is all set for the release of her most-awaited film ‘Thalaivii’ on September 10, has now paid her homage at the J Jayalalithaa memorial at the iconic Marina Beach in Tamil Nadu on Saturday. 

Sep 04, 2021, 16:54 PM IST

Teri Aankhon Mein teaser: Kangana Ranaut’s song from Thalaivii sheds light on Jayalalithaa and MGR’s unspoken love!

Bringing to the screen the unspoken relationship between Jayalalithaa and MGR played by Kangana Ranaut and Arvind Swamy respectively, Thalaivii sheds light on the iconic pair on screen as well as off screen as they replicate the original songs of the duo for this romantic song in the film. 

Aug 29, 2021, 13:47 PM IST

Kangana Ranaut pays tribute to MGR on his birth anniversary, shares new pic from ‘Thalaivi’

She also shared a picture from her upcoming film ‘Thalaivi’, featuring her as late Tamil Nadu chief minister J Jayalalithaa and actor Arvind Swamy as MGR. 

Jan 17, 2021, 16:39 PM IST

On MGR's death anniversary, Arvind Swami's striking new look from 'Thalaivi' trends online - In Pics

On his death anniversary, the team of Thalaivi revealed a new look of Arvind Swami as MGR from the film. 

Dec 24, 2020, 12:00 PM IST

Three Chennai Metro stations renamed after former chief ministers Anna, MGR and Jayalalithaa

Before the assembly elections scheduled for next year, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Edappadi K. Palaniswami announced that three major metro stations in the city have been be renamed after former chief ministers.

Jul 31, 2020, 11:15 AM IST

First look: Presenting Arvind Swami as MGR in Kangana Ranaut's 'Thalaivi'

'Thalaivi': Sharing his look from the film, Arvind Swami wrote, "Here is my first look as Puratchi  Thaliavar, Makkal Thilagam MGR in Thalaivi."

Jan 17, 2020, 12:32 PM IST

Arvind Swamy to play MGR in Jayalalithaa biopic starring Kangana Ranaut

The film is being directed by AL Vijay and is produced by Vishnu Vardhan Induri and Shaailesh R. It is scheduled to release next year.

Oct 04, 2019, 17:16 PM IST

Chennai Central railway station renamed after MGR, will now be called Puratchi Thalaivar Dr MGR Central railway station

A month ago, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had announced that the century-old railway station would be renamed after MGR.

Apr 06, 2019, 11:20 AM IST

In new avatar, TDP MP Naramalli Sivaprasad dresses up like MGR during protests in Parliament

TDP MP Naramalli Sivaprasad dressed up like MGR during protests in Parliament.

Jan 07, 2019, 11:32 AM IST

Sridevi's uncanny connection with Jayalalithaa

The actress suffered a massive cardiac arrest on Saturday night in Dubai and was declared dead by the doctors.

Feb 26, 2018, 16:37 PM IST

Rajinikanth, Kamal Haasan share stage, fuel speculations on star alliance

Amid hype over their political entry, the two superstars were spotted chatting at a function in Chennai

Jan 18, 2018, 07:33 AM IST

In politically sensitive Tamil Nadu, Rajinikanth, Kamal Haasan attend launch of MGR's dream project Kizhakku Africavil Raju

 Actors-turned-politicians, Rajinikanth, and Kamal Haasan were on Wednesday took part in the 101st birth anniversary celebrations of Tamil Nadu chief minister MG Ramachandran. 

Jan 17, 2018, 18:02 PM IST

Tamil Nadu CM invites PM Narendra Modi for Jaya, MGR functions

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Edappadi Palaniswamy met Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday and is understood to have discussed the political situation in the state in the wake of the split in the AIADMK following Jayalalithaa`s death.

May 24, 2017, 14:26 PM IST

AIADMK Sasikala faction frowns at 'Y' category security granted to Panneerselvam, calls it 'unnecessary'

AIADMK (Amma) on Tuesday said 'Y' category security cover granted by the Centre for former Chief Minister O Panneerselvam was unnecessary and "it showed that he is in the grip of saffronites."

Apr 04, 2017, 21:12 PM IST

'Hat' symbol a reference to MGR: M Thambidurai

The 'hat' symbol alloted to the Sasikala faction of the AIADMK will help attract voters as they could associate it with party founder M G Ramachandran who was known to sport the accessory, Lok Sabha Deputy Speaker M Thambidurai today said.

Mar 23, 2017, 16:27 PM IST