WATCH: Bison Kaalamaadan
In a departure from the usual rom-coms and light-hearted fare, Bison Kaalamaadan offers a gritty, emotionally charged sports drama that also digs deep into social realities. Directed by Mari Selvaraj, the Tamil film stars Dhruv Vikram as ‘Kittan’, a young man from a marginalised background who dreams of playing kabaddi and subverting oppression.
Anupama Parameswaran adds warmth and grounding to his journey, alongside strong performances from Kalaiyarasan, Pasupathy, and Lal. Set in the 1990s amid caste tensions and stark community divides, the film uses the kabaddi court as a powerful metaphor for defiance and survival. Released theatrically on Oct 17 and now streaming on Netflix, the film is a compelling underdog story worth watching.
LISTEN: Eppadi Vandhaayo
This Tamil song, sung by Chinmayi Sripada and Anand Aravindakshan, composed by Siddhu Kumar, is a romantic track that dropped recently from the film Aaromaley, which hit cinemas on Nov 7. The music video, featuring both original singers, has already crossed 3.5 million views on YouTube.
Lyrically and emotionally, Eppadi Vandhaayo maps out a love story, from when someone enters your life and helps you discover a new sense of beauty and belonging. It is mellow and dreamy – the perfect make for cosy listening on a rainy afternoon. If you enjoy music that leans on emotional connection and sentimental beats, this love tune is right up your alley.
