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State board students dominated the Karnataka CET engineering ranks this year, securing all but one of the top 10 positions, a stark contrast to last year's CBSE student performance. Experts attribute this shift to the state board's scoring system, which considered higher marks in subjects like Physics and Chemistry, giving them an edge in the CET rank calculation.

Karnataka Common Entrance Test (KCET) 2026 results were announced today, June 6, by the KEA. Over 3.3 lakh candidates registered for the exam, which is crucial for admission to various undergraduate professional courses. Tanisha Karthik topped the Engineering stream, while Navana Gopi excelled in Veterinary Sciences, BSc Nursing, and Yoga & Naturopathy

Actor Ravi Mohan joins Lokesh Kanagaraj's LCU film 'Benz'. This comes after he stated he would not act until his divorce was finalized. Mohan's inclusion adds to the film's star power. 'Benz' is directed by Bakkiyaraj Kannan and features Raghava Lawrence and Nivin Pauly. The movie expands the LCU universe. Mohan also has other projects in production.

After a sluggish start due to the election, Suriya’s blockbuster Karuppu and surprise hit Blast have helped Kollywood box office rebound.

Earlier, theatres could screen up to four regular shows a day, while an additional special show was permitted during festivals and government holidays.

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.

We spoke to a cross section of the stakeholders in the Tamil film industry on what they expect from the new CM...

Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan' faces a Rs 70 crore financial blow after a leak, causing Prime Video to cancel a Rs 120 crore OTT deal. A new offer stands at just Rs 50 crore. Despite piracy concerns and industry outcry, the film is now targeting a May 8, 2026 theatrical release.

Political punches & anti-reservation slant lend edge to old-school sequel

As election campaigns conclude, political parties in Chennai shift focus to hyper-local, booth-level operations. Volunteers and agents are coordinating extensively, distributing slips, and ensuring voters reach polling stations. Parties like DMK and AIADMK have deployed thousands of booth-level agents and volunteers to manage voter verification and assist citizens, with specific roles for internal and external party members.

Singappenne, the popular Tamil serial, has surpassed 545 episodes, captivating audiences with its emotional family drama. Starring Maneesha Mahesh, Darshak Gowda, and Amaljith, the show's compelling narrative of Anandi's struggles, love triangles, and unfolding mysteries has led to successful remakes across South India, proving its widespread appeal.

A glimpse of the song 'Poo Paadal' from Rathna Kumar's '29' has captivated audiences, earning praise from filmmaker Karthik Subbaraj for its heartwarming visuals and romantic beach scene. Sean Roldan's classical-infused music, sung by Ravi G, adds to the anticipation for the film, which is currently in post-production.

Prepare for 'Mr. X', an espionage thriller hitting Kerala screens on April 17th, featuring Tamil star Arya. Directed by Manu Anand, the film delves into five real-life national security threats averted by undercover operations. With a stellar cast including Manju Warrier and Sarathkumar, and shot across diverse Indian and international locales, 'Mr. X' promises intelligent action.

Director Manu Anand's eagerly awaited spy action thriller 'Mr X', featuring actors Arya, Gautham Karthik and Manju Warrier in the lead, will hit screens in April this year, its makers have now announced.