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Pink Villa
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Latest Tamil movies releasing in theaters this week (May 26 - June 1): The Verdict, Jinn - The Pet to Manidhargal
A new week means new stories on the big screen. Tamil cinema fans can look forward to some fresh releases. Each film brings its own flavour — some light-hearted, some intense. Whether you're heading to the theater with family or friends, there's something waiting to entertain. Let's check what's releasing this week. Tamil movies releasing in theaters this week 1. The Verdict Cast: Varalaxmi Sarathkumar, Sruthi Hariharan, Suhasini Maniratnam Release date: May 30, 2025 The story of the film revolves around the mysterious death of a rich woman. The main suspect is Namrutha, and the case quickly grabs everyone's attention. As the trial progresses, shocking secrets begin to surface. Hidden relationships, lies, and betrayals slowly unravel. Every witness brings a new twist, making it harder to tell right from wrong. The story digs deep into how far people go to cover the truth. 2. Raja Puthiran Cast: Prabhu, Vetri Sudley, Krishnapriya Release date: May 30, 2025 Raja Puthiran is a Tamil family drama that follows the story of Chellaiyah. He is a 60-year-old farmer who holds deep respect for the land he works on. He believes farming is not just a job but a sacred responsibility. His son, Pattamuthu, doesn't share the same belief. He secretly takes up a job under a man named Linga, hoping to make quick money. But things take a dark turn when Pattamuthu gets involved in illegal financial dealings. 3. Jinn - The Pet Cast: Mugen Rao, Bhavya Trikha, Bala Saravanan Release date: May 30, 2025 Jinn - The Pet is about a family that brings home a mysterious creature known as a Jinn. They are given three clear rules to follow. Everything seems fine until those rules are broken. From that moment on, their lives spiral into chaos. The hero must now deal with the strange events that unfold as he tries to set things right. 4. Manidhargal Cast: Kapil Velavan, Gunavanthan Dhanapal, Arjundev Saravanan Release date: May 30, 2025 In Manidhargal, six friends wake up after a night of heavy drinking. What they discover shocks them and sends the group into chaos. None of them can explain what happened. As they try to piece things together, tensions rise. Some start pointing fingers, while others feel overwhelmed by guilt. The group begins to crack under pressure and their friendship is put to the ultimate test.
New Indian Express
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
Varalaxmi Sarathkumar Interview: No one has leveraged my full potential yet
While Hollywood cinema's origins could be traced back to vaudeville, Tamil cinema descended from the loquacious street plays. So, its long-standing marriage with the inherently verbose courtroom drama genre is a match made in heaven. Joining Tamil cinema's rich history of legal dramas is the upcoming film, The Verdict. Starring Varalaxmi Sarathkumar, Suhasini Mani Ratnam, Sruthi Hariharan, Vidyulekha Raman, and Prakash Mohandas, the upcoming film is curiously set in the USA. 'The Verdict is a combination of a thriller and a courtroom drama. I've played lawyer roles before, but this film is set in the US, where the legal proceedings are different. A good part of the dialogues are in English and some of the cast are American, so I thought that the challenge would be interesting to tackle,' says Varalaxmi Sarathkumar. She then adds, 'It gets boring if you're not challenged as an actor.' Even though the film is set in another country, the actor believes that the story doesn't necessarily have to justify its location every time. She says, 'Sometimes you need the story to justify the setting, but it can also act as an exotic and aesthetic choice. Audiences are used to watching films from other industries as well. We can relate to English language films set in London because stories are relatable, and that is the key factor, not the location. We have seen films set in Thoothukudi and then stories set in Kerala. In The Verdict, the story happens in Texas.' Varalaxmi believes that the dearth of courtroom dramas in Tamil cinema has very little to do with our seeming disinterest in the genre. 'Genres don't die,' she says, before continuing, 'We might not be getting a lot of courtroom dramas in Tamil the way we used to get in the 80s and 90s, but that doesn't mean we have completely lost interest in that format. Genres are seasonal. Suddenly, we might witness a spree of thrillers or adult comedies or horror films or mass masala films. Cinema goes through its cycles.' Varalaxmi then points to Jai Bhim as a recent example of a Tamil courtroom drama. Ruminating on the seasonal changes in cinema, Varalaxmi reflects on how even trends and aesthetic choices go through their own cycles. 'The 80s used to be the go-to era for a nostalgic setting, but even the aesthetics of the 90s and early 2000s are mined for nostalgia nowadays. Films set in the 80s might be considered period films now,' she says in a lighthearted tone, before adding, 'I guess that's life.' On the topic of period films, Varalaxmi shares how she would like to be a part of films with a historic setting like the Baahubali duology, Troy, and Gladiator. She then adds, 'I would also love to do comedy films. I've signed on to do a couple of comedy films in Telugu, and I'm looking forward to them. Madha Gaja Raja, the recent comedy that the actor starred in, went on to become a box-office hit despite its delayed release. 'It is a vintage comedy and you get to see Santhanam in a full-fledged comedy role after a long time. It's been a while since we saw that kind of mass masala entertainer,' says Varalaxmi, dissecting the surprisingly healthy box office reception of the film, which was initially planned for a release in 2013. 'I think I will eventually end up directing films,' says Varalaxmi, on the topic of her future plans. However, she feels that her passion for acting has not been completely satiated. 'I will move on to the next step only after my passion for acting has been satiated. I don't think anybody has leveraged my full potential as an actor yet,' she signs off.
Time of India
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Dance Jodi Dance Reloaded 3: Judge Varalaxmi Sarathkumar opens up about the importance of sex education
In the reality show Dance Jodi Dance Reloaded 3 , judge Varalaxmi Sarathkumar praised Prajana and Gagana's powerful performance. She said, 'Brilliant performance, and your dance is dedicated to all the victims.' Varalaxmi also took the opportunity to express her thoughts on the pressing need for sex education in India .. The actress, known for her outspoken views and social awareness , shared her concerns about the lack of proper sex education in the country. Varalaxmi pointed out a glaring contradiction: 'In India, we should not talk about sex, but we are number one in population. I don't know why this is the case,' she said, emphasising the need for an open, informed approach toward sex education. 'Sex education should be taught to everyone in our country, just like it is in other parts of the world.' The actress made an impactful analogy to drive her point home. 'In the UAE, if someone steals, the government takes strict action by cutting off the thief's hand. India also needs to take strong action when it comes to women's safety. We need to ensure that people are well-informed and educated about their bodies and relationships,' she said, calling for stronger measures to bring awareness.
Hans India
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
‘Sabari' shines at Dasari Film Awards 2025, wins Best Story Film
Once again proving that content is king, the Telugu film industry has recognized the emotional powerhouse Sabari by honoring it with the Best Story Film award at the Dasari Film Awards 2025. The film, headlined by Varalaxmi Sarathkumar, stood out for its strong narrative and heartfelt storytelling, reaffirming the importance of meaningful cinema in today's commercial landscape. Produced by NRI Mahendra Nath Kondla as his debut production, Sabari marked an impressive entry into the industry. Choosing a deeply emotional and powerful subject as his first film underscores his passion for impactful storytelling. The film was helmed by debutant director Anil Katz, who sensitively portrayed the journey of a mother fighting a lone battle to protect her child. His storytelling explored themes of sacrifice, resilience, and maternal strength with emotional depth and nuance. Though the film received a mixed response upon its theatrical release in May 2024, it gradually found appreciation for its honest treatment and emotionally charged performances—especially Varalaxmi's commanding role. The jury's recognition of Sabari highlights the growing space and respect for story-driven films in Tollywood, beyond box office results. This award not only validates the efforts of the team but also serves as encouragement for new producers and directors to bring forth original, meaningful stories to the big screen.
