Actor Dhruv Vikram welcomed his 28th birthday on Tuesday in a way that reflected more heart than hype. Instead of a lavish party, he chose to spread joy among children from underprivileged communities. Through the All India Chiyaan Vikram Fans Club, his team distributed food packets to kids, creating smiles all around. A touching moment from the day featured a cake-cutting ceremony for a four-year-old whose birthday coincided with Dhruv’s, a gesture that quickly won fans’ praise online.

While social media was flooded with celebratory posts for Dhruv, it was this thoughtful outreach that stood out, showing that the young actor is keen on pairing his rising career with meaningful acts of kindness.

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— All India Chiyaan Vikram Fans Club (@Chiyaan_AICVF) September 23, 2025

From Adithya Varma to Bison: an evolving journey

Dhruv’s entry into cinema came in 2019 with Adithya Varma, the Tamil adaptation of Arjun Reddy. A different version of the same story, titled Varmaa and helmed by Bala, followed a year later. In 2022, Dhruv shared screen space with his father, Chiyaan Vikram, in Karthik Subbaraj’s Mahaan. The father-son duo headlined the action drama, which premiered directly on Prime Video.

Next up for Dhruv is what many are calling his biggest project yet, Bison: Kaalamaadan, directed by acclaimed filmmaker Mari Selvaraj. Slated for release on October 17, 2025, to coincide with Diwali, the film is set in the world of kabaddi and is touted as a sports drama with a strong social undercurrent.

The cast boasts a mix of powerhouse performers, including Anupama Parameswaran, Lal, Pasupathy, Rajisha Vijayan, Hari Krishnan, Azhagam Perumal, and Kalaiyarasan. The movie is backed by Applause Entertainment and Neelam Studios, with production led by Sameer Nair, Deepak Seigal, Pa. Ranjith, and Aditi Anand.

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Building buzz for a festive release

Bison has already started drumming up excitement thanks to its music and Dhruv’s transformation for the role. The film’s first single, Theekkoluthi, won attention for its striking visuals and poetic depth. A third track, Cheeni Kallu, is lined up for release this month, further adding to the pre-Diwali anticipation.

Behind the scenes, the technical team includes Nivas K Prasanna on music, Ezhil Arasu K handling cinematography, and Sakthi Thiru on editing, a combination expected to give the film both visual flair and emotional weight.

With Mari Selvaraj’s track record of telling socially resonant stories (Pariyerum Perumal, Karnan), and Dhruv’s evident dedication to his craft, expectations are running high. Industry watchers believe Bison could be a turning point in Dhruv’s career, positioning him as more than just a star son, but as an actor carving out his own space.

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Tamil Nadu has revealed the long-awaited Kalaimamani Award winners for 2021, 2022 and 2023, bringing together a wide mix of talent from film, music, dance and other creative fields. Chief Minister MK Stalin will personally hand over the honours at a grand ceremony scheduled next month at Kalaivanar Arangam in Chennai.

The Kalaimamani remains one of the state’s most prestigious recognitions, with each recipient receiving a three-sovereign gold medal and a certificate. Alongside these state honours, the government also announced this year’s winners of the Bharathiyar, M.S. Subbulakshmi and Balasaraswathi awards, national-level recognitions that come with a gold medal and ₹1 lakh in cash.

Spotlight on film and music winners

For 2021, the honours lean strongly toward cinema. SJ Suryah (actor-director), Sai Pallavi, filmmaker Lingusamy, and veteran stunt master Super Subbarayan are among the chosen names.

The 2022 roll call brings in a mix of fresh and familiar faces: Vikram Prabhu, senior actor Jaya VC Guhanathan, lyricist Vivek, film publicist Diamond Babu, and still photographer T. Lakshmikanthan.

The 2023 roster celebrates both mainstream and behind-the-scenes talent. Actor-writer K. Manikandan, character actor George Mariyan, chart-topping composer Anirudh Ravichander, singer Swetha Mohan, choreographer Sandy, and PRO Nikil Murugan all make the cut.

Legacy awards honour stalwarts

The state has also rolled out its most prestigious category awards. Legendary playback singer Dr. K.J. Yesudas, already a Padma Bhushan recipient, will receive the MS Subbulakshmi Award for his unmatched contribution to Indian music.

The Bharathiyar Award goes to Dr N Murugesa Pandian for his achievements in literature, while the Balasaraswathi Award, recognising excellence in dance, will be presented to veteran artist R Muthukannammal.

Together, these honours showcase Tamil Nadu’s wide-ranging cultural recognition, from screen icons to wordsmiths, from composers to choreographers. By clubbing three years of awards into one mega announcement, the government is sending a clear message: art, in every form, deserves its spotlight.

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A three-year-old boy was kidnapped in broad daylight from outside his home in Vellore district of Tamil Nadu on Tuesday, sparking panic in the locality.