CSK's Vijay Shankar made his presence felt in his first match of the 2025 IPL season with a breathtaking diving catch to dismiss RR's Wanindu Hasaranga for just four runs. CSK had a tough start to the match, but managed to claw their way back into the contest with the help of some crucial wickets. Despite some dropped catches, the Chennai-based team is determined to make a comeback and secure a win. Follow all the action of IPL 2025 with real-time updates on live scores, match schedules, and squad details for all the teams.
At the first general council meeting of Tamilaga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK), actor and party leader Vijay launched a scathing attack against the Centre and the ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) government in Tamil Nadu. Vijay accused the BJP-led Centre of trying to reduce the state's power, and warned PM Narendra Modi to "handle Tamil Nadu carefully". He also criticized the DMK for creating obstacles for TVK's functioning and declared that the upcoming assembly polls in 2026 will be a two-party fight between TVK and DMK. The party passed several resolutions, including urging the Centre to withdraw the controversial Waqf Bill and finding lasting solutions for challenges faced by fishermen.
The long-awaited teaser for Kingdom, earlier known as VD12, was released on February 12 and has created a frenzy among fans. With a powerful and relentless character, Deverakonda promises adrenaline-pumping sequences that are sure to keep audiences on the edge of their seats. Directed by Goutham Tinnanuri, the film also stars Bhagyashree Borse and is set to release on May 30 in Telugu, Tamil, and Hindi.
Ajith Kumar's much-awaited film Vidaamuyarchi, directed by Magizh Thirumeni, finally released in theatres on February 6. The film has already received rave reviews for its gripping storyline, standout performances by Arjun Sarja and Regina Cassandra, and an impressive debut by Vijay Ramya. With a budget of Rs 200 crore and a record-breaking advance booking of Rs 8.86 crore, Vidaamuyarchi is set to become a blockbuster hit. However, some fans have expressed disappointment with the film's ordinary commercial treatment compared to director Magizh Thirumeni's previous works. Despite this, Vidaamuyarchi has been deemed a must-watch for its unique genre and entertaining twists and turns.
Mumbai's Ranji Trophy team receives a major boost as India T20 captain Suryakumar Yadav and all-rounder Shivam Dube make themselves available for the quarter-final against Haryana. Despite Yadav's series of low scores in the ongoing T20Is against England, his presence will greatly benefit the team. The MCA has confirmed that the two players have informed them of their availability and the selection committee will soon meet to pick the squad. Both players have been busy with national duty but have previously played for Mumbai in the Vijay Hazare Trophy and Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. The quarter-finals are set to begin on February 8.
A strange situation has emerged in the Telugu film industry, as two highly anticipated projects have ended up with identical titles for their Telugu versions. Both marking the 25th films of their respective lead actors, Vijay Antony and Sivakarthikeyan, the projects have been titled Parasakthi. Fans and industry insiders are speculating about how this coincidence occurred and if any steps will be taken to avoid confusion among viewers. It remains to be seen if the clash will have any impact on the box office success of these milestone films.
After the conclusion of the 76th Republic Day celebrations, the iconic Beating Retreat ceremony took place at Vijaya Chowk in New Delhi. The synchronized performances by the personnel of three armed forces and Central Armed Police Forces, along with the 30 foot-tapping tunes played by the bands, left the audience mesmerized. President Droupadi Murmu, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankar, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and other dignitaries were present to witness the ceremony, which marked the end of the Republic Day festivities in India.
The Delhi Traffic Police has issued a traffic advisory for the Beating Retreat Ceremony, which will be held today at Vijay Chowk as part of the Republic Day celebrations. Special traffic arrangements have been made and certain roads will be closed for the general traffic. The advisory also includes diversions for buses to avoid traffic congestion around the venue. Commuters are requested to follow the advisory and plan their travel accordingly.
The 76th Republic Day celebrations in India ended on a high note with the magnificent Beating Retreat ceremony at Vijay Chowk. Distinguished guests, including the President, Vice-President, Prime Minister, and Defence Minister, graced the event with their presence. This year's Republic Day highlighted the country's 75th year of Constitution, showcasing unity and cultural diversity. As part of the government's efforts to promote 'Jan Bhagidari,' 10,000 special guests attended the parade, symbolizing the country's progress towards a 'Swarnim Bharat.' Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto's presence as the Chief Guest added significance to the celebrations.
Tamil superstar Vijay, popularly known as Thalapathy, has announced the title of his highly anticipated film, previously known as Thalapathy 69. Titled Jana Nayagan, the film is set to be Vijay's final project before transitioning fully into politics. The film's first look poster, released on Republic Day, features Vijay sporting his signature Thalapathy swag in a selfie with his followers. The storyline is said to mirror the actor's recent political efforts, making it a must-watch for his fans.