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Madhavan in 'GDN'
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'GDN': R Madhavan's Biopic On GD Naidu Wraps Up Filming

The film's producer posted the announcement on Instagram.

BY Team THR India
Ranveer Singh in 'Dhurandhar'
Interviews

Hair and Torture in 'Dhurandhar': Decoding the Prosthetics and Character Designing in Ranveer Singh's Spy-Thriller

Preetisheel Singh, the character and prosthetic designer in 'Dhurandhar,' talks about elevating prosthetics to an art form in Ranveer Singh's recent hit

BY Prathyush Parasuraman
Dhurandhar Movie Review
Theatrical

'Dhurandhar' Movie Review: No Love Lost or Found In Ranveer Singh's Spy Thriller

Aditya Dhar’s second film after 'Uri: The Surgical Strike' stars Ranveer Singh as a patriotic spy trapped in an inert and distracted action thriller.

BY Rahul Desai
Still from 'Dhurandhar'
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'Dhurandhar' Trailer: Ranveer Singh and Gang Unleash Firecrackers and Fury

Ranveer Singh, introduced as 'The Wrath of God' in the 'Dhurandhar' trailer, said the team wanted to mount a film that is 'unapologetically Indian.'

BY Team THR India
A still from 'De De Pyaar De 2'
Theatrical

‘De De Pyaar De 2’ Movie Review: Too Oversmart For Its Own Good

The Luv Ranjan-written age-gap comedy is occasionally witty and intuitive, but it pushes too many buttons to make an impact.

BY Rahul Desai
'De De Pyaar De 2' Trailer
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'De De Pyaar De 2' Trailer: Ajay Devgn and R. Madhavan Return With a Battle of Wits and Families

The sequel to the 2019 romantic comedy sees Ajay Devgn return as Ashish, with R Madhavan joining the cast as a protective father in a new family clash.

BY Team THR India
A still from 'Aap Jaisa Koi'
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‘Aap Jaisa Koi’ Movie Review: A Romcom That’s Watched Too Many Romcoms

R. Madhavan and Fatima Sana Shaikh star as an unlikely match between conservatives and liberals

BY Rahul Desai
R Madhavan and Fatima Sana Shaikh in a still from 'Aap Jaisa Koi'
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'Aap Jaisa Koi' Trailer: R Madhavan and Fatima Sana Shaikh Confront Love and Patriarchy

Vivek Soni’s Netflix drama explores equality, emotional vulnerability and the unravelling of traditional values.

BY Team THR India
Actor-director R. Madhavan.
Interviews

R. Madhavan Interview : 'FTII Needs to Make Dramatic Changes in the Way We Select Students'

The actor-director reveals how he picks his roles, his break from directing, and why Indian theatres need better stories — not just bigger budgets.

BY Ananya Shankar
A still from 'Kesari 2'
Theatrical

'Kesari Chapter 2' Movie Review: Fighting a Losing Battle

The Akshay Kumar starrer is torn between opposing brands of patriotism.

BY Rahul Desai
R. Madhavan and Shalini in 'Alaipayuthey'
Interviews

'Alaipayuthey' At 25: Sreekar Prasad Breaks Down the Editing, Songs and Legacy of Mani Ratnam's Classic

Film editor and frequent Mani Ratnam collaborator Sreekar Prasad breaks down a lot of the decisions the duo made during the making of 'Alaipayuthey,' and the anxieties felt pursuing something strikingly different.

BY Prathyush Parasuraman
A still from 'Test'
Insight

'Test': Madhavan, Siddharth, Nayanthara's Netflix Film is Not a Great Movie—But a Fascinating Sports Drama

Sashikanth’s Netflix film is a flawed thriller, but a compelling sports drama.

BY Rahul Desai
A still from 'Test'
Streaming

'Test' Movie Review: Complex Characters Get Benched In This Middling Drama

Director Sashikanth's drama, starring the likes of Madhavan, Nayanthara and Siddharth, gives us a set of fascinating characters, but deserved better writing

BY Vishal Menon
A still from 'Test'; Viraj Singh
Interviews

'Test' Cinematographer Viraj Singh on Filming The Netflix Cricket Drama and Why Nayanthara is a 'Sharp' Actor

Viraj Singh on being moved by the story of 'Test,' which he terms "an intimate drama" headlined by stars, with cricket as the backdrop.

BY Justin Rao
Akshay Kumar in 'Kesari Chapter 2'
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'Kesari Chapter 2': Teaser of Akshay Kumar’s Spiritual Sequel Unveiled

The historical drama follows Sir C. Sankaran Nair’s legal battle against the British after the 1919 massacre.

BY Team THR India
R. Madhavan, Nayanthara, and Siddharth in 'TEST' on Netflix
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R. Madhavan, Nayanthara and Siddharth's 'TEST' to Release on April 4

The film, which also features National Award-winning actress Meera Jasmine, marks the directorial debut of producer-turned-filmmaker S. Sashikanth.

BY Team THR India
R Madhavan
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R Madhavan to Star as GD Naidu in Upcoming Biopic

The biopic, directed by Krishnakumar Ramakumar, delves into the remarkable life of the inventor, with filming set to begin in Coimbatore soon.

BY Team THR India
A still from 'Hisaab Barabar'
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‘Hisaab Barabar’ Movie Review: A Dry and Listless Man-versus-System Drama

R. Madhavan fails to elevate an honest ticket collector’s crusade against corruption

BY Rahul Desai
Madhavan and Shalini in a still from Mani Ratnam's 'Alaipayuthey'
Interviews

25 Years Of 'Alaipayuthey': Madhavan Reflects On His Tamil Film Debut, And What His Definition of 'Heroism' Is Today

Actor-filmmaker R. Madhavan recalls entering Tamil cinema with Mani Ratnam’s ‘Alaipayuthey’ 25 years ago, and how all his choices since then have led him to his latest offering, the satirical thriller ‘Hisaab Barabar’

BY Gautam Sunder
Sholay (1975), Rehnaa Hai Terre Dil Mein (2001), Tumbbad (2018), Devadoothan
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How Theatrical Re-releases of Old Films Are Granting Them New Lease of Life

The Hollywood Reporter India explores the future of Indian cinema with actor R. Madhavan, and producers Sohum Shah and Siyad Kokker, following the promising turnout at the recent re-releases of their old films.

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