The past few years have exposed a dramatic shift in South Indian cinema—Telugu and Kannada films are conquering pan-India audiences with record-breaking hits, while even A-list Tamil stars are facing shocking rejections in their own backyard. Blockbusters like Hanu Man, Pushpa 2, and KGF dominated screens across India, whereas Tamil cinema’s biggest bets—Indian 2, Lal Salaam, Vettaiyan, and Kanguva—have crashed spectacularly.

What explains this growing divide? Is it purely about content, or is there a deeper political backlash at play? This analysis dives into:

• Tamil cinema’s shocking flop streak—why star power alone isn’t working anymore
• Telugu & Kannada’s winning formula—how universal emotions and rooted storytelling beats propaganda films
• The DMK factor—are audiences rejecting films from politically aligned stars or is it a jinx?
• The future of Tamil cinema—can it recover lost ground, or will Malayalam, Telugu & Kannada keep leading?

The numbers don’t lie—this isn’t just a slump, but a seismic shift in South Indian cinema’s power dynamics. Let’s break it down.

Tamil Cinema’s Dismal Performance Over The Past Few Years

The Tamil film industry has experienced one of its most challenging years in 2024, with staggering financial losses and an alarming number of box office failures. Producers incurred ₹1,000 crore in losses from ₹3,000 crore spent on film production. There’s abysmal success rate as only 18 out of 241 released films succeeded, marking a 7% success rate with 223 flops.

Big-Budget Disasters Due To Dravidian Model Curse

High-profile films with major stars failed spectacularly:

1. Indian 2 – Hyped for reunion of Kamal-Shankar combo, the film tried to peddle DMK rhetoric and ended up as a disaster

2. Kanguva – DMK simp Suriya’s alleged 3D film turned out to be trash

3. Vettaiyan – Made by two-bit Dravidian propagandist TJ Gnanavel against NEET became another consecutive flop Rajinikanth

4. Lal Salaam – Another Dravidian Model propaganda on secularism turned out to be the worst film ever in Rajini’s career, courtesy his daughter

5. Thangalaan – A wannabe KGF turned into typical Dravidianist diarrhoea — with a pathetic storyline and worse visuals, it peddled anti-Brahmin stereotypes, de-Hinduised village deities, distorted Varna and Vishnu references, misused Buddha and Ramanuja, and glorified Christianity and Islamist tyrant Tipu Sultan

6. Viduthalai 2 – The communist-themed movie directed by the Dravidianist filmmaker Vetrimaaran, ended up as epic bore that glorifies Maoist violence and forces ideological propaganda through lectures

7. Retro – Overrated director and another Dravidianist propagandist Karthik Subbaraj gave another flop for DMK simp Suriya

8. Thug Life – DMK stooge Kamal Haasan’s outing with Mani Ratnam turned out be torture that is not even worth an OTT watch

These are just a few P** films of famous stars that ended up as disasters. There are so many nondescript heavily ideological indoctrinating films that have come and gone.

Kollywood seems cursed by the Dravidian Model — actors and directors who simp for the DMK dynasty are watching their careers nosedive. If you trace the common thread running through these cinematic disasters, the pattern is as clear as daylight — either the actor, the director, or the film itself was neck-deep in Dravidianist, DMK propaganda. And Tamil audiences have had enough.

Take Suriya, for instance — who shamelessly morphed into a DMK lapdog ahead of the 2021 Assembly elections. In Soorarai Pottru, he distorted the real-life story of Captain Gopinath — a proud Kannada Brahmin — by portraying him as a follower of E.V. Ramasamy Naicker. Facts were twisted to fit a toxic ideological narrative.

Then came Jai Bhim, directed by the ever-consistent Dravidianist propagandist T.J. Gnanavel. Again based on a real incident, the film not only vilified Brahmins but went a step further by maligning the Vanniyar community. The villain, SI Anthony Sami, is shown alongside the sacred Agni motif — a clear nod to the Vanniyars. But in reality, the actual sub-inspector who brutalised Rajakannu was named Anthony Sami and was not Vanniyar, but a converted Christian. Truth, once again, took a backseat to ideological storytelling.

Gnanavel doubled down with Vettaiyan, where he glorified British colonialists — a classic Dravidianist move — and launched a full-scale propaganda war against NEET, with Rajinikanth parroting the script. No surprise that Rajini’s films, ever since Kabali and Kaala, have struggled to recreate the magic. When you replace substance with sermon, the audience tunes out.

Pa. Ranjith’s Natchathiram Nagargiradhu and Thangalaan? Box office duds. Vetri Maaran, another loud leftist-Dravidianist voice, faced a serious setback with Viduthalai Part 2. And Kamal Haasan — now reduced to a DMK mascot — has delivered back-to-back disappointments with Indian 2 and Thug Life.

The message from Tamil people is unmissable: stop selling us political trash dressed up as cinema. We go to the theatre to be inspired, entertained, and told stories — not to be preached at, stereotyped, or subjected to ideological indoctrination.

When filmmakers trade creativity for caste-baiting, Hindu-bashing, and dynasty worship, the people respond the only way they know how — by staying home. And the box office shows no mercy to those who mistake propaganda for art.

The Telugu-Kannada Domination: How They’re Rewriting Pan-Indian Cinema

While Tamil films flounder, Telugu and Kannada cinema are setting new benchmarks, proving that content—not just star power—drives success. Their winning streak isn’t accidental; it’s a masterclass in modern filmmaking.

• Lucky Bhaskar (Dulquer Salmaan) didn’t just earn ₹111.9 crore—it swept state awards, proving mass appeal and critical acclaim can coexist.
• Pushpa and RRR aren’t just films—they’re cultural phenomena, with global fandom and Oscar-level recognition for RRR.
• Even mid-budget films like Hanu Man explode beyond expectations, thanks to visionary storytelling.
• KGF didn’t just break records—it redefined what regional cinema could achieve, with a pan-India frenzy rarely seen before.
• Kantara became more than a film—it sparked a nationwide revival of South Indian folklore, grossing ₹400+ crore while turning the ancient Bhoota Kola ritual into a cultural talking point. Its raw authenticity and mystical storytelling resonated globally, earning a National Award and setting the stage for a highly anticipated prequel

The Tamil Film Crisis: A Perfect Storm Of Failures

The recent string of high-profile Tamil flops reveals deeper issues plaguing the industry. Kamal Haasan’s much-anticipated Thug Life, reuniting with legendary director Mani Ratnam, was panned as a “bloated, incoherent gangster drama” filled with political undertones and cringe-worthy monologues. Similarly, Indian 2—despite Shankar’s direction and Kamal’s star power—was criticized for its “hollow script, absurd action sequences, and virtue-signaling narrative.”

Suriya’s Kanguva became a national laughingstock, with audiences mocking its “repetitive 3D visuals and disastrous screenplay.” Even Rajinikanth couldn’t save Vettaiyan, which saw a sharp drop after its opening weekend due to accusations of ideological propaganda and weak storytelling.

Industry analysts point to several key reasons for this downturn:

Overdependence On Star Power – Tamil cinema has long relied on its megastars to carry films, but audiences are now rejecting hollow scripts masked by big names.

Political Fatigue – Films perceived as promoting Dravidianist (DMK)-aligned narratives, such as Lal Salaam and Vettaiyan, are facing backlash from viewers who prefer entertainment over propaganda.

Weak Scripts & Recycled Tropes – Many recent Tamil films suffer from outdated storytelling, poor character development, and forced messaging, while Telugu and Kannada cinema invest in fresh, universal narratives.

Telugu-Kannada’s Winning Streak: What Are They Doing Right?

In stark contrast, Telugu and Kannada industries are thriving by focusing on strong content, innovative marketing, and pan-Indian appeal.

Kantara’s Success Story – Rishab Shetty’s Kantara became a cultural phenomenon by blending Karnataka’s tradition with a gripping, universally relatable conflict. Unlike Tamil films burdened with political baggage, Kantara stayed true to its roots while appealing to a national audience.

Pushpa & KGF’s Mass Appeal – Both franchises transcended regional boundaries with raw, high-energy storytelling, proving that strong scripts and bold execution matter more than star power alone.

Hanu Man’s Surprise Win – The Telugu superhero film Hanu Man outperformed expectations by delivering a visually stunning experience without leaning on political or ideological crutches.

The Road Ahead For Tamil Cinema

For Tamil films to regain lost ground, industry insiders suggest a return to basics:

Depoliticize – Stop alienating audiences with politically (Dravidianist)-aligned messaging. Cut your service to the DMK first family. Enough is enough. Don’t push an industry into abyss for your political virtue-signalling.

Innovate – Move beyond star vehicles and formulaic scripts. Big stars who are past their heydays should either gracefully retire or do character roles or atleast act their age. Rajiinkanth and Kamal can learn a thing or two from Mohanlal and Amitabh Bachchan.

Think Bigger – Craft universal but rooted stories, not just focus on propaganda.

With major Tamil releases like Coolie (Rajinikanth), Idly Kadai (Dhanush), Dhruva Natchathiram (Vikram), etc lined up for 2025, the industry has a chance to course-correct. But unless it learns from Telugu and Kannada cinema’s success, the decline may only deepen.

Vallavaraayan is a political writer. 

Subscribe to our channels on Telegram, WhatsApp, and Instagram and get the best stories of the day delivered to you personally.

The post Kollywood P** Film Factory: Dravidian Model Curse Is Sinking Tamil Cinema Into A Propaganda Pit Of Flops While Mollywood, Tollywood And Sandalwood Shines appeared first on The Commune.

Former Tamil Nadu BJP President K. Annamalai has launched a launched a scathing attack on the DMK government, accusing it of failing to maintain law and order in the state. He particularly highlighted a disturbing trend of violent crimes, including a recent spate of robberies and murders targeting elderly individuals in farmhouses across the Kongu region. Despite these incidents, Chief Minister M.K. Stalin has continued to claim that the DMK has delivered good governance and that the party’s return to power in 2026 will mark “DMK 2.0.”

Mocking the Chief Minister’s optimism, Annamalai compared the “DMK 2.0” pitch to Indian 2.0, a sequel to the Kamal Haasan film that was widely panned. Speaking at a protest held in Sivagiri on 5 May 2025, Annamalai ridiculed the comparison, saying, “The Chief Minister says, ‘If they come back to power, we’ll see DMK 2.0.’ But it will end up like the film Indian 2.0. That grandpa is different, and this ‘grandpa’ is different. No matter which 2.0 comes, you all know how it ends. He’s grading himself and claiming a comeback in 2026 like Indian 2.0. Beloveds, we must stand united—beyond party lines. Even if there are DMK cadres among us, I request you to acknowledge that law and order has broken down under this government. You must accept this, because your own families have women and elderly grandparents living in farm lands. This is not a political attack on DMK for the sake of it. It’s a call for everyone to come together.”

வந்ததும் மொத்தமா முடிச்சுவிட்டார் மனுஷன் @annamalai_k pic.twitter.com/Y1Mubw4JJl

— BJP Jhansi Savitha (@JhansiSavitha) May 5, 2025

The protest was organized to condemn the brutal murder of Ramasamy and Bhakiyammal, an elderly couple living in Megaraiyan estate near Sivagiri in Erode district, who were killed during a robbery on 29 April. Annamalai warned that if the culprits are not apprehended within two weeks, the BJP would launch a continuous hunger strike in Sivagiri starting 20 May.

Citing a pattern of violent crimes in the region, Annamalai listed incidents in Namakkal, Chennimalai, Palladam, and other areas where farmers and elderly individuals were targeted. He expressed concern that the lack of swift arrests in these cases has eroded public confidence in the police force.

Annamalai also revealed alarming statistics that in the past three years, Tamil Nadu has recorded 1,319 sexual assault cases, 4,949 cases of sexual harassment, and 16,518 POCSO cases. “This government lacks the capability to ensure safety. People are waiting for a strong leader who can take decisive action,” he stated.

He demanded that Chief Minister Stalin hand over the investigation into the recent murders in Kongu Mandal to the CBI, criticizing the state government for protecting its image over delivering justice. “Two ministers were forced to resign in a single day. Thirteen are facing corruption cases. This is not governance—it’s chaos,” he added.

Annamalai also criticized the Tamil Nadu government’s silence on national security concerns, such as the central government’s directive to expel Pakistani nationals residing illegally in India, especially in the wake of attacks on Indian tourists in Kashmir.

Earlier in the day, Annamalai visited the bereaved family of the murdered couple and offered his condolences. He was accompanied by BJP leaders, including Modakkurichi MLA Dr. C. Saraswathi.

Subscribe to our channels on Telegram, WhatsApp, and Instagram and get the best stories of the day delivered to you personally.

The post DMK 2.0 Will Become Like Kamal’s Indian 2.0, Annamalai Says appeared first on The Commune.

In 2024, Kollywood faced a significant setback, with many films underperforming at the box office. Out of the 241 films released that year, only around 18 were successful, while a staggering 223 failed to make a mark. The industry, which has been home to iconic filmmakers, actors, and unforgettable films, experienced its share of disappointments last year.

Despite a few notable successes such as Amaran, Maharaja, and Meiyazhagan, which won both critical acclaim and solid box office returns, Kollywood struggled overall. Reports indicate that Tamil film producers collectively spent nearly ₹3,000 crore on film production in 2024, but suffered a loss of around ₹1,000 crore.

The major issue lay in the large number of high-budget films that failed to live up to expectations. Big names like Suriya, Kamal Haasan, and Rajinikanth, whose films are usually anticipated by huge audiences, unfortunately delivered box-office disappointments. For example, Suriya’s much-anticipated pan-Indian film Kanguva, with a ₹350 crore budget, was expected to rake in ₹1,000 crore but only managed ₹106 crore, despite its hyped music and star-studded cast.

Shankar’s long-awaited sequel Indian 2, with a budget of ₹250 crore, similarly underperformed, grossing only ₹150 crore. Rajinikanth’s collaboration with Amitabh Bachchan in Vettaiyan also fell flat, despite a stellar ensemble cast and a 33-year wait for the film.

Interestingly, while big-budget films faltered, smaller films like Garudan, Lubber Pandhu, DeMonte Colony 2, and Vaazhai fared much better at the box office. This shift reflects a change in audience preferences, as Tamil viewers, traditionally enamored with star power, now seem to prioritize compelling stories over famous faces.

Further reinforcing this trend, Shankar’s Game Changers Tamil version, which starred big names, earned only ₹10 crore, while smaller films like Madha Gaja Raja and Kudumbasthan grossed more than ₹70 crore and ₹10 crore, respectively, in January 2025.

This shift in audience behavior suggests that compelling narratives are now taking precedence in Tamil cinema. As 2025 rolls in, several major Tamil films like Ajith Kumar’s Vidaamuyarchi, Rajinikanth’s Coolie, Kamal Haasan’s Thug Life, and Suriya’s Retro are expected to hit the box office, with hopes high for a better year.

Overall, 2024 was a tough year for Tamil cinema, but the industry is optimistic that it will bounce back in 2025, delivering better films and rekindling audience interest.

(With Inputs From IBTimes)

Subscribe to our channels on Telegram, WhatsApp, and Instagram and get the best stories of the day delivered to you personally.

The post Tamil Audiences Reject Dravidian Propaganda/Propagandists’ Films, Resulting In Total 223 Flops And Over ₹1,000 Crore Loss In 2024 appeared first on The Commune.

The Madras High Court has turned down a petition filed by the Tamil Film Active Producers Association (TFAPA), which sought to prohibit movie reviews for the first three days following a film’s release. The association argued that negative reviews shortly after release often harm a film’s commercial performance.

The petition was reportedly inspired by recent criticism faced by the Tamil film Kanguva, starring actor Suriya, which premiered on 14 November 2024. According to TFAPA, the negative reviews allegedly impacted the movie’s box office revenue. The move to file a petition follows escalating concerns within the Tamil film industry regarding the impact of immediate and harsh online reviews on box office performance. According to the Tamil Nadu Producers Council (TNPC), films like Indian 2, Vettaiyan, and Suriya’s Kanguva have suffered significant losses due to negative reviews and personal attacks shared on YouTube and other platforms shortly after release. Kanguva, in particular, failed to make an impact at the box office, which industry insiders attribute partly to unfavorable online reviews.

However, the court ruled against the TFAPA petition for ban, emphasizing that criticism, including film reviews, falls under the constitutional right to freedom of expression. The bench added that individuals or organizations have the option to approach law enforcement if they believe defamatory content is being disseminated.

The TFAPA and TNPC claimed that such reviews often include personal malice and incitement of hatred disguised as criticism, severely affecting the reputation of actors, directors, and producers. The TNPC also issued a four-page statement condemning this practice and requesting theatre owners to ban YouTube channels from recording public opinions and reviews inside theatre premises. In response, some theatres have already restricted access to YouTubers during screenings.

The TNPC emphasized that critics have the right to express their opinions but called for responsible reviewing that avoids personal attacks or sowing hatred against films. The association urged all stakeholders in the film industry to take unified action to discourage such practices.

The Tamil film industry has been grappling with back-to-back underperforming big-budget films, including those featuring major stars like Rajinikanth, Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan, and Suriya. Producers claim that immediate online reviews, particularly first-day-first-show (FDFS) reactions, discourage audiences from watching movies, leading to financial losses.

(With inputs from DTNext)

Subscribe to our channels on Telegram, WhatsApp, and Instagram and get the best stories of the day delivered to you personally.

The post Madras High Court Rejects TFAPA Petition To Ban Film Reviews During Initial Release Days appeared first on The Commune.

The Tamil Film Active Producers Association (TFAPA) has filed a writ petition in the Madras High Court seeking a three-day ban on movie reviews across social media platforms like YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and X, starting from a film’s release. Filed through counsel Vijayan Subramanian, the petition also seeks directions from the Central and State governments to frame guidelines for online film critics. The case is scheduled to be heard by Justice S. Sounthar.

The move follows escalating concerns within the Tamil film industry regarding the impact of immediate and harsh online reviews on box office performance. According to the Tamil Nadu Producers Council (TNPC), films like Indian 2, Vettaiyan, and Suriya’s Kanguva have suffered significant losses due to negative reviews and personal attacks shared on YouTube and other platforms shortly after release. Kanguva, in particular, failed to impact the box office, which industry insiders attribute partly to unfavorable online reviews.

#NikilNews23

நம்மைச் சுற்றி நடக்கும் அநீதிகளை, அத்துமீறல்களை, மோசடிகளை கண்டும் காணாமல் கடப்பதை பார்க்கும் நாம் மூன்று மணி நேர திரைப்படத்தை பொழுதுபோக்கு அம்சமாக மட்டுமே பார்க்காமல், அது ஏதோ மொத்த சமுதாயத்திற்கும் அநீதி விளைவித்தது போல பலர் பேசி வருவது அநீதியான செயல்: தமிழ்… pic.twitter.com/BGtmsrg7h5

— Nikil Murukan (@onlynikil) November 20, 2024

The TFAPA and TNPC claim that such reviews often include personal malice and incitement of hatred disguised as criticism, severely affecting the reputation of actors, directors, and producers. The TNPC also issued a four-page statement condemning this practice and requesting theatre owners to ban YouTube channels from recording public opinions and reviews inside theatre premises. In response, some theatres have already restricted access to YouTubers during screenings.

The TNPC emphasized that critics have the right to express their opinions but called for responsible reviewing that avoids personal attacks or sowing hatred against films. The association urged all stakeholders in the film industry to take unified action to discourage such practices.

The current petition follows a similar precedent in Kerala, where a seven-day ban on YouTube reviews was implemented in 2023. The decision came after Mubeen Rauf, the director of Aromalinte Adyathe Pranayam, alleged that negative public opinion videos adversely affected his film’s business.

The Tamil film industry has been grappling with back-to-back underperforming big-budget films, including those featuring major stars like Rajinikanth, Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan, and Suriya. Producers claim that immediate online reviews, particularly first-day-first-show (FDFS) reactions, discourage audiences from watching movies, leading to financial losses.

(With inputs from Hindustan Times)

Subscribe to our channels on Telegram, WhatsApp, and Instagram and get the best stories of the day delivered to you personally.

The post Tamil Film Producers Association Approaches Madras HC To Ban Movie Reviews For First Three Days Post Film Release After Kanguva, Vettaiyan, Indian 2 Disasters appeared first on The Commune.

The Tamil Film Active Producers Council has issued a strong statement blaming audience reviews and film critics for the underwhelming box office performance of recent Tamil films, including Kanguva, Vettaiyan, and Indian 2. The council has called for stricter measures against YouTube channels conducting public reviews immediately after theatrical screenings, citing their detrimental impact on the industry.  

Backlash Over Kanguva  

The controversy follows the release of Suriya’s Kanguva, which faced heavy criticism for what audiences described as a lacklustre storyline with loud jarring sounds all through the film. Despite significant pre-release hype, the film struggled to perform at the box office, earning less than ₹90 crore in its first six days. Negative reviews on social media and YouTube reportedly played a key role in the film’s slow collection, with audiences expressing disappointment over the execution and narrative.  

Producers Council Speaks Out  

In a letter written in Tamil and later translated, the council condemned what it called “tasteless and hostile” reviews that have harmed major releases in 2024. The council highlighted a troubling trend of personal attacks disguised as film criticism, urging reviewers to focus on the films themselves rather than targeting producers, directors, or actors.  

“Our association strongly condemns the recent trend of personal attacks and incitement of violence under the guise of film reviews,” the letter stated. “Critics have the right to point out the strengths and weaknesses of a film, but this must not translate into spreading hatred or hostility on public platforms.”

Tamil Film Active Producers Council condemns tasteless movie reviews. They also request theater owners to not allow YouTube channels to cover public reviews inside theater premises. In 2024, Indian 2, Vettaiyan and Kanguva are affected by such reviews, say the council pic.twitter.com/tGDLFrKOJa

— Rajasekar (@sekartweets) November 20, 2024

The council took particular issue with the practice of conducting “public reviews” outside theatre premises during premiere screenings and first-day-first-show events. They accused YouTubers of using clickbait headlines and sensationalist commentary to attract attention, which they argued has significantly damaged films like Kanguva, Vettaiyan, and Indian 2.  

“No one reviews a restaurant by declaring their life has been ruined by one bad meal. If such extreme comments were made, those restaurants would take strong action,” the council remarked, drawing a parallel between the impact of exaggerated criticism in different industries.  

While acknowledging the right to critique films, the council called for reviews to be constructive and balanced, avoiding personal attacks or baseless negativity. “Critics have the full right to express their views, but this must not translate into spreading hatred on public platforms out of personal vendettas,” the letter noted.  

The producers also pointed out that while honest criticism is valuable, the growing trend of negativity and sensationalism has led to undue hostility toward filmmakers and actors.  

Subscribe to our channels on Telegram, WhatsApp, and Instagram and get the best stories of the day delivered to you personally.

The post Tamil Film Active Producers Council Blames Audience Reviews And Film Critics For Kanguva, Vettaiyan & Indian 2 Flops, Wants To Ban YouTube Channels From Covering Public Reviews Insider Theatre appeared first on The Commune.

YouTube comedy duo Parithabangal has found itself at the centre of a heated social media outrage by Kamal Hassan fans who were upset because the channel shared a parody of the much-trolled Tamil film, “Indian 2, starring their favourite actor.

It’s well-known that the movie “Indian 2,” featuring Kamal Haasan, a part-time politician and full-time actor, became one of the biggest film disasters of all Tamil cinema this year. As soon as the film hit theatres, critics panned it severely, burying it under a wave of negative reviews and trolling, hoping to deter future attempts at similar movies in Tamil Nadu.

On 9 August 2024, Netflix released “Indian 2” on its platform, reigniting the criticism. On 13 August 2024, the YouTube satire channel Parithabangal created a parody video of the film, which resonated with viewers who had experienced the movie’s torment firsthand. While many enjoyed the humorous take, Kamal Haasan’s fans were outraged. They felt deeply hurt by the satire and responded with a barrage of propaganda and abusive comments aimed at the YouTube content creators Gopi and Sudhakar.

Parithabangal Presenting
" INDIAN 2 PAAVANGAL" https://t.co/7QulnGqrIK

For More Such Fun Videos Subscribe us on YouTube channel.#gosu #paridhabangal #paavangal #gopisudhakar #Indian2Paavangal #GOSUvlogs #Indian2 #Indian3 pic.twitter.com/0JvfnpjWLm

— Parithabangal (@Parithabangal_) August 13, 2024

Parithabangal Parody Of The Movie

Gopi and Sudhakar jibe at the film’s mindless, cringeworthy scenes in their parody video, which has already clocked over 2 million views in just two days. One of the epic takedowns was of actor Siddharth, who in the original film proclaims himself to be from “social media” as if it were a legitimate job.

Anirudh’s average background score, in which he uses the character’s name along with some beats, has also been trolled.

The parody also trolls how, in Indian 2, Kamal as Indian Thatha appears depending on social media hashtag trends.

Below are Some of the Rants & Abuses by Kamal Fans

One fan expressed intense anger towards the YouTube duo, saying, “Gopi & Sudhakar: I pray to all the powers that rule this world on behalf of good people that both of you and your families will perish. I pray to the almighty God that evils will continue to haunt both of you for many years.”

கோபி & சுதாகர் : நீங்கள் இருவரும் உங்கள் இருவரின் குடும்பங்களோடு நாசமாக போக நல்லவர்கள் சார்பில் இந்த பூலோகத்தை ஆளும் அனைத்து சக்திகளையும் வேண்டுகிறேன்.

எதிர் பாராத வகையில் தீமைகள் உங்கள் இருவரையும் தொடர்ந்து பற்பல வருடங்களுக்கு ஆட்டி படைக்க எல்லாம் வல்ல இறைவனை வேண்டுகிறேன்.

— King of Organic Industry Hits (@Amrithavalli1) August 13, 2024

“Stop wagging your tails for biscuits put by someone. Don’t embarrass yourself by spitting in the opposite wind. Don’t spew hate in the name of the video. You shouldn’t forget that you will reap tomorrow what you sow today,” another fan said.

யாரோ போடும் பிஸ்கட் க்கு வாலாட்டாதீர்கள். எதிர் காற்றில் எச்சில் உமிழ்ந்து உங்களை நீங்களே அசிங்க படுத்தி கொள்ளாதீர்கள். வீடியோ என்கிற பெயரில் வன்மத்தை கொட்டாதீர்கள்.
நீங்கள் எதை கொடுக்கறீர்களோ, அதே தான் உங்களுக்கு திரும்ப கிடைக்கும் என்பதை மறக்கவேண்டாம்.#FraudGopiSudhakar

— Balamurugan (@ibalamurugan72) August 13, 2024

Recalling an old scam they were involved in, a fan said, “How can you enjoy this film as you looted the people’s money in the name of crowdfunding? Don’t come here and bark for a piece of bone that someone threw. You are not worth the dust of his feet.”

Crowd Funding பெயரால் ஊர் மக்கள் பணத்தை கொள்ளையடித்த உங்களுக்கு இந்த படம் எப்படி பிடிக்கும்.

எவனோ எறிந்த எலும்பு துண்டுக்கு ஆசைப்பட்டு இங்கு வந்து குரைக்க வேண்டாம்.

அவரது கால் தூசி மண்ணுக்கும் ஈடாகாதவர்கள் நீங்கள்.

— சதீஷ் லோகநாதன் (@sathishnow) August 13, 2024

Another fan claimed, “This is a cheap trick and a personal vehemence and you call this fun.”

Echa polapu da idhu
Thanipatta vanmam idhu and you call this fun pic.twitter.com/cbhmQN6NVT

— Moosa The Magician (@MagicianMoosa) August 13, 2024

Another fan started abusing, “You are eating food, right? You have a family and a life. So why do you troll others like this and what do you get from these sons of B**du. You can drink someone’s p**s.”

https://twitter.com/karthickhaasan7/status/1823376599519224240

Another criticized their family stating, “For this, both of you can sell your newly married wife to pros**tution and earn.”

இதுக்கு நீங்க ரெண்டு பேரும் புதுசா கட்டுன பொண்டாடிகள கூட்டி விட்டு சம்பாரிக்கலாமே டா

— 𝕶𝖆𝖗𝖚.ᴠɪᴊᴀʏ (@Karu_VijayKr) August 13, 2024

Another fan criticized Parithabangal, stating, “You can make a living by making fun of other people’s work and their artwork. You cannot make a film yourself. The only thing left is to cheat people’s money in the name of going to make a film on crowd funding.”

உங்களால் அடுத்தவர் உழைப்பையும் அவர்களின் கலை படைப்பையும் கேலி செய்து spoof செய்து தான் பிழைப்பு நடத்த முடியும்.சொந்தமாக உங்களால் படம் எடுக்க முடியாது.crowd funding இல் படம் எடுக்க போகிறோம்என்ற பெயரில் மக்களின் பணத்தை ஏமாற்றியது தான் மிச்சம்.

— S҈ A҈ R҈ A҈ V҈ A҈ N҈ A҈ K҈ U҈ M҈ A҈ R҈ (@iamsaravanamnm) August 13, 2024

Another fan cried to initiate a defamation case stating, “@RKFI  Please file a defamation suite against these two, as they have been for the longest time defaming Mr.Kamal Haasan. If not them we should put a defamtion suite against these frauds.”

@RKFI Please file a defamation suite against these two, as they have been for the longest time defaming Mr.Kamal Haasan. If not them we should put a defamtion suite against these frauds.

— Thirukumaran (@Cine_Maniac_TK) August 13, 2024

Another fan ranted, “Wherever we see you dogs you will be served biscuits Shameless Content Prostitutes. This is not talent & you will be in the street soon”

Wherever we see you dogs you will be served biscuits
Shameless Content Prostitutes
This is not talent & you will be in the street soon

— SP€€D BO$$ (@SPEEDBOSS81) August 13, 2024

Another fan commented, “You stole common people’s money in the name of crowd funding, and you are conveniently living after sucking out their bloods. Yet here you are trolling a legend and the same people whose blood you sucked are supporting you. Where fools live cheaters like #gopisudhakar thrive.“

The post Kamal Fans Abuse YouTubers ‘Parithabangal’ For Parody On ‘Indian 2’ appeared first on The Commune.

A classic example of irony dying a thousand deaths would be Kamal Haasan’s Indian 2. Part-time politician Kamal Haasan, a man in bed with the DMK in real life, donning the cap of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose to fight corruption in reel life as ‘Indian’. It’s not just ironic but also moronic.

Indian (1996) became a blockbuster and still remains a cult classic not just because of Kamal Haasan, the star. There was a genuine attempt to bring out the angst of a common Indian against the corrupt system, that he/she deals with on a day-to-day basis. There was a strong storyline with a fine character arc for Senapathy – from a freedom fighter to a vigilante who wouldn’t hesitate to kill his own son to uphold justice. Exposing the audience to Varma Kalai and a gripping screenplay hooked the audience. Powerful dialogues mouthed by Kamal Haasan struck a chord with people because Kamal wasn’t the hypocrite back then, as he is today. Today people can see through the hypocrisy and propaganda coming from a man who has pledged his soul to the DMK.

The film itself is shoddily made. The team has experimented with multiple looks for Kamal Haasan, none of which add value. The long hair-do of Kamal Haasan seems as realistic as the wig of one Dravidian politician. The screenplay is as loose as the morals of a Dravidianist. And the dual mission theme unnecessarily drags the film to three hours. Nothing, I repeat, nothing at all works in the film. Shankar’s same old wine in a new bottle is not ageing well and has in fact become toxic like the methanol that gets formed in bootleg liquor. The effects of watching Indian 2 will be the same as consuming bootleg liquor – your eyes go blind seeing Kamal’s shoddy make up, your ears will stop working due to the loud noise scored by Anirudh, your mind will go numb due to the non-sensical screenplay, you will feel nauseous on listening to Kamal’s dialogues, you will have trouble breathing because of the obnoxious levels of logic of Varma Kalai.

Picture this – there’s a scene where Kamal performs Varma Kalai on a villain and he gallops like a horse. Seriously? To add to the torturous experience is the virtue-signaller Siddarth who has kept his mouth shut on social issues ever since the DMK came to power. His very presence in the movie is repelling and makes the entire film uninteresting. By the time the film ends you wish Indian Thatha had died along with his son in the first part so that we would’ve been spared this nonsense. The fact that you will stay alive after enduring this celluloid torture will haunt you for the rest of your life.

Shankar should consider retiring from film-making and stick to praising good films on Twitter as his films are becoming cringeworthy that are overshadowing his previous blockbusters. Whether it was I, Endhiran 2.0 or Indian 2, it is evident that his filmmaking has reached saturation. He has no original ideas, no imagination, no writing skills. You begin to wonder if he would’ve become this ‘grandeur’ director if not for Sujatha and Balakumaran. And of course, now that he’s chosen to become an agent to further Dravidian propaganda, he will be able to save the respect he’s earned for himself all these years if he stops making films.

Shankar playing to the gallery of DMK gets exposed when he shows all kinds of freebies except the ‘colour TV’. There’s the usual demonization of Gujaratis, parroting the Dravidianists in ridiculing wealth creators like Ambani and Adani. Shankar, Kamal and co have no guts to talk about the illegal river sand mining and quarrying happening in Tamil Nadu but will go all the way to Gujarat (a BJP ruled state) to touch the issue of illegal mining. Have some spine or a little bit of shame Shankar.

‘Indian 2’ will go down as the weakest film in director Shankar’s portfolio. It feels like a movie made out of a discussion from a woke 2K kid’s WhatsApp group.

Instead of spending your quality time and hard-earned money on this non-sensical film, you might as well consider sending it to the account of The Commune as a token of thanks for this write-up – Click here to pay. Your money will help us in the fight against the Leftist-Dravidianist ecosystem in Tamil Nadu.

Vallavaraayan is a political writer. 

Subscribe to our channels on Telegram, WhatsApp, and Instagram and get the best stories of the day delivered to you personally.

The post Indian 2 Becomes Dravidian 1 And Ends Up As A Flop Show: Save Your Money & Show ‘Zero Tolerance’ To This Nonsense appeared first on The Commune.

The Madurai District Court has postponed the case seeking to halt the release of the film ‘Indian 2,’ starring part-time politician and full-time actor Kamal Haasan. The court’s decision came after a petition was filed by Aasan Rajendran, a Varma Kalai martial arts instructor, who claimed that his techniques were used in the sequel without his permission.

Aasan Rajendran, the head teacher of Varmakalai, Martial Arts, and Research Academy in Madurai’s HMS Colony, asserted that Kamal Haasan had consulted him for Varmakalai techniques during the making of the original ‘Indian,’ and his contributions were acknowledged. However, he alleges that the sequel, ‘Indian 2,’ employs these techniques without seeking his consent. Consequently, he has requested a ban on the film’s release both in theaters and on OTT platforms.

The court heard the case on 8 July 2024, where the film’s production team requested additional time to respond to Rajendran’s petition. The judge adjourned the hearing to 11 July 2024, giving the ‘Indian 2’ team a final chance to file their response. Notices have been sent to producer Subhaskaran, director Shankar, and actor Kamal Haasan, urging them to present their arguments through their legal representatives.

During the hearing, the court issued a stern warning to the legal representatives of producers Subhaskaran and Kamal Haasan, who failed to appear. The judge emphasized that if they do not attend the next hearing, the court will pass an order based on the arguments presented by Director Shankar’s legal team.

In an interview with India Today, Director Shankar revealed that for ‘Indian 2,’ the team sought expert guidance on Varmakalai techniques from Prakasam Gurukkal of Kerala. Shankar stated, “This time, we needed expert advice, so we brought in Prakasam Gurukkal from Kerala. His guidance has introduced a different Varmam style in the film.”

‘Indian 2,’ the sequel to the 1996 film ‘Indian,’ brings back part-time politician Kamal Haasan as Veerasekaran Senapathy. The film is jointly produced by Lyca Productions and Red Giant Movies and is slated for release on 12 July 2024.

(With inputs from OneIndia Tamil)

Subscribe to our channels on Telegram, WhatsApp, and Instagram and get the best stories of the day delivered to you personally.

The post Madurai District Court Adjourns Case Against Part-Time Politician Kamal Haasan’s ‘Indian 2,’ Warns Haasan’s Team Over Absent Legal Representatives appeared first on The Commune.