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Sports
IPL 2024: Rajasthan Royals win toss, opt to bowl against KKR

Jos Buttler has been named as an impact sub by the Royals.
Podcast
Daily News Dose: Kerala CM urges PM Modi to do self-introspection about development index of BJP-ruled UP | Apr 16, 2024

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Kerala
Woman takes own life in Kothamangalam after daughter dies in bike accident

Following post-mortem examinations, the bodies were transported to Maharashtra

VIDEO

KYC Pathanamthitta: Anto Antony takes on Isaac & Anil Antony

ENTERTAINMENT

Latest Buzz from the Entertainment World

Actor Mumtaz criticises Zeenat Aman for suggesting couples should live together before marriage
Fahadh Faasil's 'Aavesham' races towards Rs 50 crore milestone
Henry Cavill, girlfriend Natalie Viscuso ready to welcome their first child
Aamir Khan takes action against Congress for alleged deepfake video used in poll ad

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DAILY NEWS DOSE

Kerala CM urges PM Modi to do self-introspection about development index of BJP-ruled UP | Apr 16, 2024

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Decoding Malayalam movie Aavesham (EP 69)

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NEWS BRAKE

Breaking barriers of colour, gender & caste in classical arts: Dr Neena Prasad

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NEWS BRAKE

Electoral bonds on trial: Behind the Supreme Court verdict | Ep 104

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Poacher: The real vs the cinematic - journalist who broke the news analyses missing links (EP 63)

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News
At least 18 Naxalites killed in encounter in poll-bound Chhattisgarh

According to reports, top Maoist leader Shankar Rao was killed in the big encounter.
Entertainment
Actor Mumtaz criticises Zeenat Aman for suggesting couples should live together before marriage

Zeenat had shared her view about relationships in a recent Instagram post.
Kerala
ED interrogates more CMRL employees over monthly-pay off scam

Three CMRL employees moved a petition in the High Court alleging that ED officials tortured them during interrogation.

KERALA SPORTS WEEK

Heroes take a leap of faith | Kerala Sports Week | Ep 10

FOOD

Your little guide to a great culinary experience!

Easy homemade coconut popsicles
Tender coconut water poached fish
Bananas turning black? Here's how to keep them fresh and yellow
Vishu special kani appam

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Rahul Gandhi faces Annie Raja & Surendran in Wayanad

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Kerala Sports Week

Samson's Power & Blasters' Form | Kerala Sports Week Ep12

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ENTERTAINMENT

Bollywood Films Beyond Propaganda

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BATTLE OF BALLOTS

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Battle of Ballots

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Election Promo

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ELECTION YARN

Era of respect: A pregnant statement (Ep3)

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Election Tracker- 3

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ELECTION YARN

Spartan and Daredevil (Ep 2)

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Onmanorama Explains

Pro CAA vs Anti CAA | In-Depth Analysis

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Career & Campus
Meet Sidharth Ramkumar, Malayali who left IPS to secure 4th rank in Civil Services Exam

The Union Public Service Commission declared the final results of the Civil Services Examinations 2023 on Tuesday
Entertainment
Fahadh Faasil's 'Aavesham' races towards Rs 50 crore milestone

Directed by Jithu Madhavan, 'Aavesham' marks his second directorial venture and is poised to be a blockbuster.
Kerala
MT unveils logo of Manorama's Hortus-2024 cultural fest

The Latin phrase Hortus Malabaricus means the Garden of Malabar.

Movie Review

April 12, 2024

'Aavesham': Fahadh Faasil reigns supreme as 'Ranga' in Jithu Madhavan's comedy-entertainer | Movie Review

April 12, 2024

'Varshangalkku Sesham' Review | A bittersweet tribute to tinsel town’s oddball residents

April 05, 2024

'The First Omen': A dark and refreshing prequel to a horror classic | Movie Review

SPORTS

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IPL 2024: Rajasthan Royals win toss, opt to bowl against KKR
RCB's Maxwell takes 'mental and physical' break from IPL 2024
Candidates Chess: Gukesh draws with Nepomniachtchi to stay in joint lead
Premier League: Palmer hits four as Chelsea thrash woeful Everton 6-0

LifeStyle
Modern Kayamkulam house exudes the classy elegance of traditional architecture

The new abode with all the modern facilities dons the charming elegance of traditional architecture.
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Kerala
Bogus voting: Shafi Parambil moves HC seeking central forces deployment in Vadakara

Polling officers and police officers are mostly deputed at booths on political affiliation and they would aid CPM cadre to cast bogus votes, alleged the petitioner.
Sports
RCB's Maxwell takes 'mental and physical' break from IPL 2024

Wretched batting form reason for the decision, Aussie allrounder says.

Vantage Point

Column | Unlikely heroes emerge at the death

Dr KN Raghavan

LifeStyle
Does vaping increase risk of heart failure?

The alarming fact is that dangerous chemicals are produced when the liquid mixture is heated as there is no quality standard set for the ingredients that go into the making of e-cigarettes.
Entertainment
Henry Cavill, girlfriend Natalie Viscuso ready to welcome their first child

The news was revealed by the 'Justice League' star himself at the New York City premiere of 'The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare', according to reports from People magazine.
Kerala
Electoral bonds a way of looting: Rahul Gandhi slams PM Modi in Kozhikode rally

Gandhi criticized Modi for neglecting crucial issues such as farmers' struggles, unemployment, and rising prices.

Kerala
Woman, son die after car rams lorry in Kozhikode

The incident happened around 2.30 pm on the under-construction National Highway 66 at Iringal, Vatakara.
News
India ranks 10th in Cybercrime Index

Russia tops the list, followed by Ukraine and China
News
Nigeria introduces new vaccine against meningitis

It protects people against five strains of the meningococcus bacteria

TRAVEL

Unleash the wanderlust in you!

Premalu, Manjummel Boys and Gaganyan to feature on Thrissur Pooram fireworks: Details
Hajj package announced: Pilgrims travelling via Kozhikode to pay highest amount, here's why
Ahaana Krishna mesmerized by the Northern Lights; shares a glimpse with fans
Middle East crisis: Several airlines suspend services, avoid Iranian airspace

Entertainment
Aamir Khan takes action against Congress for alleged deepfake video used in poll ad

The actor alleged that the political party manipulated a clip from an episode of the TV show 'Satyamev Jayate' hosted by him 10 years, to target the ruling BJP party.
Entertainment
Mohanlal hails Vineeth Sreenivasan's 'Varshangalkku Shesham' as a nostalgic delight

Adding to the acclaim, Suchitra Mohanlal, who watched the movie on its release day in Kochi, praised the chemistry between Pranav and Dhyan.
LifeStyle
Fact check: Will drinking ice cold water in summer lead to stroke?

Stroke occurs when the blood supply to the brain is reduced or blocked completely.

LIFESTYLE

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Modern Kayamkulam house exudes the classy elegance of traditional architecture
Does vaping increase risk of heart failure?
Fact check: Will drinking ice cold water in summer lead to stroke?
Honey Rose looks stunning in white dhawani set; photoshoot pics go viral

LifeStyle
Honey Rose looks stunning in white dhawani set; photoshoot pics go viral

Honey Rose accessorised the simple white dhawani with heavy choker and matching earrings. The bangles and rings too complement the overall look.
Career & Campus
UPSC results declared, Malayali secures fourth rank in Civil Service Exam

A total of 1,016 candidates cleared the Civil Services Exam this year.
Entertainment
Get ready for takeoff: 'Interstellar' to grace cinemas again for tenth anniversary

The movie has earned widespread acclaim as one of Nolan's finest works, particularly praised for its realistic portrayal of theoretical astrophysics and scientific accuracy.

Sports
Candidates Chess: Gukesh draws with Nepomniachtchi to stay in joint lead

Gukesh and Nepomniachtchi have six points each with Praggnanandhaa, Caruana and Nakamura close on their heels half a point behind.
Kerala
Gaur roams into Kalpetta town, no damage caused

The animal was first spotted near the SKMJ Higher Secondary School.
Entertainment
Fahadh Faasil reveals why his bilingual film 'Dhoomam' misfired

The movie, which released last year, featured Fahadh Faasil, Roshan Mathew and Aparna Balamurali in prominent roles.

LifeStyle
Artist Komal Mistri on unveiling unspoken narratives in 'mechanics' of childbirth

The artist spent researching and photographing labour rooms across hospitals in Gujrat and one thing became crystal clear to her - there were no happy moments in those enclosed spaces.
News
Misleading Patanjali ads: SC asks Ramdev, Balkrishna to issue public apology

They should feel they have a connect with the court,, says the court.
Kerala
Kerala HC reserves order on Dileep's appeal against providing survivor with witness statements

Dileep's counsel contended that the survivor cannot file interim applications in a case that was finalised on December 7, 2023.

Sports
Premier League: Palmer hits four as Chelsea thrash woeful Everton 6-0

The heavy defeat leaves Everton 16th on 27 points, two places and two points above the relegation zone.
Entertainment
G Venugopal recalls hilarious incident between Yesudas and KG Jayan at Chembai festival

It was a few years ago, at the Chembai music festival that Venugopal had met Jayan Master for the last time.
News
Firing outside Salman Khan's residence: Two arrested from Gujarat

The two accused, identified as Vicky Gupta (24) and Sagar Pal (21), were on the run after firing outside Khan's house on Sunday.

Travel
Premalu, Manjummel Boys and Gaganyan to feature on Thrissur Pooram fireworks: Details

The main vedikettu of Thrissur Pooram would happen at the wee hours on April 20.
Career & Campus
Level up your video skills: Join Manorama Horizon's workshop for aspiring creators

Scheduled to kick off on April 20th at the MASCOM Building in Kottayam, this offline workshop offers a hands-on learning experience like no other.
Travel
Hajj package announced: Pilgrims travelling via Kozhikode to pay highest amount, here's why

Apart from Karipur, Kannur and Kochi are the two other embarkation points in Kerala.

Kerala
CMRL officials unaware of services received from Exalogic

The CMRL had paid Rs 1.72 crore to Exalogic by T Veena.
LifeStyle
Magic foods to increase men's libido

Various studies have validated that fruits, vegetables, grains, food with lean protein and healthy fat, and food containing antioxidants, vitamins and minerals can get you into the mood.
Entertainment
A P Dhillon draws flak for breaking guitar on Coachella Music Festival stage

Many people criticised his action and said it was unbecoming for an Indian to ape other artists who broke their guitars on stage after their performances.

LifeStyle
With chic, enigmatic design this single-storey house in Thrissur is sleek throughout

The house features a contemporary architectural style while boasting unique designs in and out that suit the weather conditions in Kerala.
Kerala
Groom turns up drunk at wedding in Kozhencherry; ends up in police custody

The groom arrived at the church intoxicated, struggling even to get out of the car.
News
Indian authorities to meet crew members of ship seized by Iran soon

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar had demanded the immediate release of the Indians during a phone conversation with Iran's Foreign Minister.

Entertainment
Celebs bid adieu to legendary singer KG Jayan

Jayan and his twin brother Vijayan dominated the music industry when devotional songs were an unavoidable part of Malayalam cinema.
Kerala
BJP thinks freezing bank accounts will help Suresh Gopi in Thrissur: Pinarayi Vijayan

The Chief Minister also said that BJP will be reduced to the third position.
Entertainment
'Indian 2' director Shankar's daughter Aishwarya ties the knot with playback singer Tarun Karthikeyan

Veteran actors Rajinikanth, Kamal Haasan and director Mani Ratnam attended the ceremony.

Kerala
Three, including Malayali student, killed in Mysuru accident

The driver of the car taken into custody, and it has been found that he was drunk.
Entertainment
Mammootty's 'Turbo' revs up expectations; release date confirmed

Celebrating the auspicious occasion of Vishu, the film’s makers announced the official release date via their social media platforms.
Entertainment
Carnatic musician KG Jayan passes away

Jayan, along with his twin brother K G Vijayan was collectively known as the Jaya-Vijaya duo.

Kerala
Thamarassery taluk hospital turns away woman in labour pain; baby dies after 4 months in ventilator support

The four-month-old baby, born to Gireesh and Bindu from Puthuppadi, required ventilator support from birth.
Travel
Ahaana Krishna mesmerized by the Northern Lights; shares a glimpse with fans

Northern Lights is a peculiar phenomenon that lures millions of travel lovers to the North Pole.
Videos
KYC Wayanad: Rahul Gandhi faces Annie Raja & K Surendran in 3-way battle

Onmanorama's Know Your Candidate (KYC) captures the changing trends in a constituency, the pulse of of the voters from the ground and gauges candidates' chances.

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Kerala
Know Your Candidate: In Wayanad, CPI & BJP dream of turning Rahul Gandhi's safe house to short-stay home

Onmanorama's Know Your Candidate (KYC) captures the changing trends in a constituency, the pulse of of the voters from the ground and gauges candidates' chances.
LifeStyle
Read your horoscope today (16-04-2024)

Some people have been advised to be on their guard, while others can relax as a few tasks may led them to success.
Sports
IPL 2024: Head's ton powers SRH to win over RCB in high-scoring thriller

Head scored a 39-ball century while Heinrich Klaasen hit a 31-ball 67.

Sports
ISL: Mohun Bagan Super Giant beat Mumbai City to lift League Shield

ISL: Mohun Bagan Super Giant beat Mumbai City to lift League Shield
Kerala
Why is BJP not taking away Pinarayi Vijayan's chief ministership: Rahul Gandhi

The Congress leader said the BJP attacks him 24/7 but was reluctant to go after the Kerala CM.
Sports
Youth National Basketball: Kerala girls claim bronze, boys finish fifth

Kerala girls defeated Rajasthan 63-55 in the playoff.

News
5 dead, 40 injured after bus falls from bridge in Odisha

Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik expressed grief over the deaths and announced an ex-gratia of Rs 3 lakh each for the next of kin of the deceased.
Kerala
'We're safe'! Family of Malayali onboard cargo ship seized by Iran gets reassuring phone call

Ann Tessa Joseph is among the 17 Indians onboard MSC Aries, a civilian cargo ship seized by Iran's Revolutionary Guard in the Strait of Hormuz on April 13.
News
Bishop, priest wounded in knife attack in Sydney church; second incident in 3 days

Six people were killed in a knife attack at a mall in the Bondi area three days ago.

Sports
Kerala cricketers Sajana and Asha get maiden India call-up

The duo has been included in India's 16-member squad for upcoming series against Bangladesh.
News
Aster DM Healthcare declares Rs 118 special dividend, shares zooms 7.50%

The special dividend will be paid to the shareholders by April 23.
Podcast
Start, Action, Cut - Decoding Malayalam movie Aavesham (EP 69)

In this episode of Start Action Cut, Swathi and Padmakumar are analysing the Malayalam movie Aavesham directed by Jithu Madhavan and starring Fahadh Faasil in the lead.

Podcast
Daily News Dose: 10 years of NDA rule only a trailer, more to come in Kerala, says PM Modi | Apr 15, 2024

Hello, this is your daily dose of news from Onmanorama. Tune in to get updated about the major news stories of the day.
Kerala
Youth hospitalised after suspected snakebite on Madurai-Guruvayur Express; bogie sealed

The affected youth is identified as Karthi and has been transported to a nearby hospital.
LifeStyle
Do you eat these fruits before bed? It can lead to weight gain

Citrus fruits like oranges, grapefruit and lemons are acidic. Eating them right before going to sleep may cause acid reflux and heartburn.

News
After returning to power, BJP will implement UCC, says Piyush Goyal

Criticism of BJP manifesto reflets the Oppositon's defeatist mentality, he adds
News
Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal's judicial custody extended till April 23

In addition, the SC has asked for a response from the ED by 24 April on Kejriwal's plea challenging his arrest in the alleged excise policy scam.
LifeStyle
Make your interiors super cool by following this inexpensive eco-friendly hack

The eco-friendly cooling hack invented by a Thrissur native is effective and could be done for just under Rs 400.

Travel
Middle East crisis: Several airlines suspend services, avoid Iranian airspace

Major Middle East airlines, including Emirates Airlines, Qatar Airways and Etihad Airways, said on Sunday they would resume operation in the region after cancelling or rerouting some flights.
Travel
KSRTC service launched in March to Tamil Nadu stopped abruptly: Here's why

The bus service was supposed to be helpful for the passengers travelling to Tamil Nadu.
Career & Campus
KEAM 2024: Key points to remember for test day

This year, there will be a single paper of three-hour duration.

Kerala
Kerala HC mandates six-metre distance between elephants and crowd at Thrissur Pooram

Considering Kerala's scorching temperatures, the court stressed the necessity of maintaining distance in such conditions.
Travel
Thrissur Pooram on April 19: Details on tourist pavilions, safety arrangements, fireworks and more

A separate pavilion has been arranged for foreign tourists to enjoy the iconic ‘kudamattam’ ritual held at the Vadakkunnathan Temple.
News
Excise scam: BRS leader Kavitha sent to judicial custody till April 23

The CBI produced her before the court on expiry of the three-day police custody.

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Kerala
Know Your Candidate: Sitting MP takes on ED's prey and Modi's pick in Pathanamthitta

Interestingly, the other two candidates make it seem as if Anil Antony is just a media creation.
Sports
IPL 2024: Salt dazzles as KKR score emphatic win over LSG

Chasing a target of 162, Salt added 120 with captain Shreyas Iyer for the unbroken thrid wicket as KKR romped home in 15.4 overs.
Kerala
Jesna missing case: Mystery shrouds bloodstained cloth, unidentified friend

Jesna had sought treatment from a private hospital for stomach ache a few months before March 2018.

Kerala
Mixed weather of heat and rain to persist in Kerala, says IMD

Kottayam, Thiruvananthapuram and Alappuzha received adequate summer showers over the last few days.
Sports
ISL: FC Goa push for second place with clinical win

The Gaurs round off their league campaign with 45 points from 22 matches. They are thus level on points with Mohun Bagan Super Giant who play Mumbai City FC on Monday.
News
Oman flash floods claim 12 lives; Malayali killed after wall collapses on him

Eight people were also reported missing.

News
Sarabjit Singh's killer shot dead by gunmen in Pakistan

Tamba was attacked by motorcycle-borne assailants in the Islampura area of Lahore in Pakistan
Sports
IPL 2024: Pathirana's burst helps CSK trump Mumbai Indians

Rohit Sharma's hundred went in vain at the Wankhede Stadium.
Sports
Premier League: Advantage City as Arsenal, Liverpool suffer shock defeats

Arsenal's defeat, their first in 12 league games, sees them remain second, two points behind City and level on points with third-placed Liverpool with six games left to play.

Kerala
'I am safe'; parents of Wayanad youth onboard Iran-seized ship relieved after son's call

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Sunday sought the intervention of the external affairs ministry seeking the safe return of Indian nationals.
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Kerala
India didn’t win freedom to be colonised by RSS ideology, says Rahul Gandhi in Wayanad

His itinerary includes a UDF rally in the northern Kozhikode district on Monday evening.
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Kerala
Kerala to emerge as a strong voice in Lok Sabha, bullet trains to become a reality in South India: PM Modi

The Prime Minister will take part in the public meeting as part of the election campaign on Monday morning at Kunnamangalam in Alathur constituency.

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Kerala
EC warns Tharoor for levelling allegations against Rajeev Chandrasekhar without evidence

Tharoor had accused the NDA candidate of canvassing votes by paying money to religious organisations.
Food
Easy homemade coconut popsicles

This simple recipe combines creamy coconut milk with a hint of sweetness for a refreshing frozen treat that's perfect for hot summer days.
LifeStyle
Try these tips to keep your skin healthy during summer

Do not forget to use nourishing face masks at least twice a week as summer may cause severe skin damage.

LifeStyle
Good news for cocoa farmers: Windfall gain if price upswing sustains

The main reasons for the recent price hike are severe production declines in leading cocoa-producing countries and limited availability due to non-seasonal factors.
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Kerala
Actor Shobana endorses BJP's Rajeev Chandrasekhar in TVM

The Prime Minister will be in Thiruvananthapuram on April 15 to address a public meeting.
Kerala
Woman kills husband with iron rod in Pathanamthitta, in police custody

Shanta hit her husband's head with a metal rod during an aatercation with Ratnakaran.

LifeStyle
No health drinks, says Govt: What about 'traditional' fitness drinks? Doctor explains

The ruling has confused many parents and regular consumers and they have been expressing it on various platforms.
LifeStyle
Urban farming: The green prospects are more than one can imagine

Climate change is a current reality demanding immediate attention and its effects, from extreme weather to rising sea levels and resource scarcity, are being felt globally.
Entertainment
Prince Harry, Meghan Markle to bankroll two new Netflix shows

The first show will focus on cooking, gardening, while the other will follow the U.S. Open Polo Championship.

LifeStyle
Courage is the acceptance of fear: Sushmita Sen shares her life's mantra

Earlier, the actress shared on social media that she doesn't chase but attracts and chooses to see possibilities, hope, kindness, love, gratitude and abundance.
Food
Tender coconut water poached fish

The fish is poached slowly in the coconut water, allowing it to absorb the natural flavours while retaining its tenderness and moisture.
Sports
India's Vidit Gujrathi beats Nakamura again to come back in hunt

Nakamura, Gujrathi and Caruana share the fourth spot on 4.5 points.

Travel
Idukki's Narimattathil farm stay: Why foreign tourists love this destination?

Besides earning a decent income from the rent, food and the sales of value-added products from the farm, farm owner Soji has been making lifelong friendships too.
Kerala
Tripped up by cordon-off rope meant for Modi's security, scooter rider dies in Kochi

Manoj, who fell on the road head first, was promptly rushed to the hospital but his injuries proved fatal.

KYC Wayanad: Rahul Gandhi faces Annie Raja & K Surendran in 3-way battle

Phase 1 April 19

Phase 2 April 26

Phase 3 May 7

Phase 4 May 13

Phase 5 May 20

Phase 6 May 25

Phase 7 June 1

Kerala

KYC Pathanamthitta: Anto Antony takes on Isaac & Anil Antony

Heroes take a leap of faith | Kerala Sports Week | Ep 10

'Aavesham': Fahadh Faasil reigns supreme as 'Ranga' in Jithu Madhavan's comedy-entertainer | Movie Review

'Varshangalkku Sesham' Review | A bittersweet tribute to tinsel town’s oddball residents

'The First Omen': A dark and refreshing prequel to a horror classic | Movie Review