Bhavani

The shooting for 'Maragadha Naanayam 2', starring Aadhi and Priya Bhavani Shankar, has officially concluded. Actor Daniel Annie Pope shared his excitement, describing the filming as a "beautiful family reunion." The fantasy comedy sequel, directed by A. R. K. Saravan, is now entering its final stages, with fans eagerly anticipating its release.

Coimbatore cybercrime police registered three cases after online fraudsters duped three residents of over Rs 55 lakh. One victim lost Rs 29.27 lakh in a cryptocurrency scam, another Rs 5.18 lakh via a fake RTO challan, and an IT employee was defrauded of Rs 20.97 lakh while attempting to buy a vehicle online.

Bhavani Assembly constituency in Erode district, Tamil Nadu, has historically seen contests between AIADMK, DMK, and PMK. AIADMK candidate K C Karuppanan won in 2016 with 85,748 votes, defeating the DMK. The constituency has experienced shifting political preferences over the years, with past victories for PMK and Tamil Maanila Congress.

The Tamil crime thriller 'Kaalidas 2', a sequel to the 2019 film, is now available for streaming on multiple OTT platforms including Amazon Prime Video and Sun NXT. Directed by Sri Senthil, the movie follows Inspector Kaalidas as he investigates the disappearance of a young girl, uncovering secrets and facing conflict with DSP Vaishnavi.

Cybercrime in Andhra Pradesh surged by 8% in 2024, with fraud accounting for over half of the 2,528 cases. Victims lost nearly ₹970 crore, with investment scams originating from Southeast Asia being a significant concern. Authorities are intensifying awareness drives to combat these evolving threats.

Sholavandan, a rural SC constituency in Madurai, has seen fluctuating electoral fortunes. The DMK secured victory in 2021, reversing the AIADMK's win in 2016. This upcoming Tamil Nadu election features a fierce contest between the ruling DMK and the AIADMK-led opposition, with key issues like welfare, law and order, and identity politics dominating the campaign narrative.

Police identified the accident victims as Jeevan Prasad, 17, son of Chinnadurai Poonaikkal Medu, and Dev, 18, son of Manikandan from Kamaraj Nagar in Bhavani.

Kangayam constituency in Tirupur district saw over 78% of the electorate casting their votes, while the Bhavani constituency in Erode recorded 77.64%.

Pune residents experienced a second day without water as Pune Municipal Corporation's repair work missed deadlines. Technical issues at the Parvati water treatment plant caused delays in restoring supply. While some areas saw water return Friday evening, others remained dry. Residents expressed frustration over the disruptions. PMC officials stated supply is expected to normalize by Saturday.

Get ready for a gripping ride as Inspector Seetharam makes his triumphant return in 'Second Case of Seetharam', a chilling crime thriller that graced theaters on February 20, 2026. Following its thrilling theatrical experience, fans can now catch this Vijay Raghavendra-led intrigue exclusively on Amazon Prime Video starting April 17, available in a variety of languages.

Anil Kapoor's cryptic social media post, "Jio Hotstar, you have 24 hours. Or else I'll take matters into my own hands," has ignited speculation about the return of his popular action thriller series, "24." Fans are buzzing with excitement, hoping for a new season after a decade-long hiatus. The show, based on the American series, previously aired two successful seasons.

A 23-year-old actress, Bhavani Purohit, is garnering significant praise for her convincing portrayal of an 85-year-old grandmother, Seetabhai, in Kannada television's Sri Raghavendra Mahathme. Her performance, a testament to her theatre background and dedication, highlights a growing trend of age-transcending casting in the industry.

TVK leader K A Sengottaiyan asserted that actor Vijay's massive campaign turnouts signal public acceptance and a desire for change, drawing parallels to MGR's popularity.