The South Indian film industry witnessed significant events today. Director Thakali Srinivasan has passed away. Harish Shankar apologized to Mahesh Babu’s fans. Parthiban clarified his statements about Vijay and Trisha. Hansika Motwani and Sohail Khatoria are officially divorced. Dingith Ayathan met Prabhas, sparking rumors of a collaboration. These developments have kept fans engaged across social media.
A lot has happened in the South Indian film industry today, with several developments making headlines. From emotional announcements and online controversies to celebrity reactions and personal updates, fans had a lot to follow.
Some unexpected moments also sparked new discussions across social media platforms. Here’s a quick look at the five most important stories about Southern cinema today.
exit Thakali Srinivasan He dies
Veteran director and composer Thakali Srinivasan passed away in Bengaluru on March 10 after a long illness. Industry professional Nikhil Morukan confirmed this news. Srinivasan has contributed to Tamil cinema as a producer, director, composer and actor. He produced films like Ivargal Varungala Thongal and Nalayamanithan, and also worked in Soora Samharam, which featured Kamal Haasan.
In his later years, he focused on charitable work and ran an ashram. His last rites will be held in Bengaluru.
Harish Shankar He apologizes to Mahesh Babu’s fans
Filmmaker Harish Shankar recently faced backlash after responding to a post on X that indirectly referred to Mahesh Babu’s box office records. The response quickly went viral, with some fans feeling it was a criticism of the actor. Harish later clarified that he only read the tweet partially while he was busy promoting his upcoming film Ustaad Bhagat Singh.
He deleted the response after his team alerted him and apologized to Mahesh Babu’s fans, indicating that he had great respect for the star.
Priyanka Chopra calls working with Rajamouli and Mahesh Babu a ‘privilege’
Parthiban makes notes about Vijay and Trisha’s discussion
Actor-director R. Parthiban has released a video clarifying his statements regarding the discussions involving Vijay and Trisha Krishnan. He said that Vijay’s popularity is so immense that even simple matters quickly turn into major discussions online. Parthiban urged people not to exaggerate the issue and called for balanced reactions.
He also expressed his admiration for Vijay’s journey and hard work. Speaking about the rumours, Parthiban added that he never sought any position or personal benefit and just wanted to reduce unnecessary speculation.
Hansika Motwani and Suhail Khatoria Officially divorced
Actress Hansika Motwani and businessman Sohail Khatoria have officially separated after the Bandra Family Court in Mumbai approved their separation. The couple, who married in December 2022, ended their marriage by mutual consent.
According to reports, differences in lifestyle, thought processes and views on life led to the breakup. Work commitments and challenges of working during the pandemic were also cited as contributing factors.
Hansika reportedly did not seek alimony in the divorce settlement, and the couple chose to separate amicably.
Dingith Ayathan meets Prabhas
Director Dinjith Ayathan recently met Bollywood superstar Prabhas and shared a picture from the evening on social media. This post quickly spread among fans. Dingith described the meeting as an enjoyable evening filled with conversation, humor and a shared meal. He also thanked Prabhas for his warmth and hospitality. The viral image sparked speculation about possible future collaborations. Although no official announcement has been made yet, fans are already excited about the possibility of the two working together.
