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This superstar, affectionately called "Thalaivar," starred in films like Baashha, Enthiran, and Jailer.
Who is Rajinikanth?
This steamed, savory rice cake is traditionally served with sambar and coconut chutney for breakfast.
What is Idli?
This four-day harvest festival, celebrated in mid-January, honors the Sun God and cattle.
What is Thai Pongal?
Composed of 1,330 couplets (kurals), this classic Tamil text on ethics and morality was written by the poet Thiruvalluvar.
What is the Tirukkuṟaḷ?
This capital city of Tamil Nadu was formerly known as Madras.
What is Chennai?
This 2022 blockbusting epic directed by Mani Ratnam was based on Kalki Krishnamurthy’s famous historical novel.
What is Ponniyin Selvan?
This popular street food features shredded parotta stir-fried with vegetables, eggs, or meat and spicy gravy.
Kothu Roti
Celebrated during the Tamil month of Thai, this festival features devotees carrying Kavadi to honor Lord Murugan.
What is Thaipusam?
This classical Indian dance form originated in Tamil Nadu and is known for its graceful torso movements, sculpted poses, and footwork.
What is Bharatanatyam?
This port city in northern Sri Lanka is the historic heartland of the Eelam Tamil people.
What is Jaffna?
He composed the music for Roja and went on to win two Academy Awards for Slumdog Millionaire.
Who is A. R. Rahman?
This sour, spicy soup made with tamarind juice, tomatoes, and spices is often eaten with rice or drunk as a digestive aid.
Rasam
This traditional art form involves creating intricate geometric patterns on the floor using rice flour.
Kolam (Also known as Rangoli)
Considered the most powerful empire in South Asia during their peak, this famous ancient dynasty built massive temples and controlled vast trade routes across the ocean.
What is the Chola Dynasty?
Known for its French colonial influence and colorful streets, this coastal union territory sits right next to Tamil Nadu.
What is Pondicherry?
This Tamil actor, nicknamed "Ulaganayagan" (Universal Hero), is famous for playing multiple roles in films like Dasavathaaram.
Who is Kamal Haasan?
A popular dish made by steaming cylinders of ground rice (or kurakkan/finger millet) mixed with grated coconut.
Pittu
This ancient bull-taming event is traditionally held during the Pongal celebrations in Tamil Nadu.
What is Jallikattu?
Located in northern Sri Lanka, this major cultural institution was once one of the largest libraries in Asia and remains an enduring symbol of Eelam Tamil literary identity and resilience.
What is the Jaffna Public Library?
This long stretch of sand in Chennai is known as one of the longest natural urban beaches in the world.
What is Marina Beach?
Directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, this 2023 film starring Vijay is part of the Lokesh Cinematic Universe (LCU).
What is Leo?
A signature Sri Lankan Tamil dish known for its fiery red gravy made with toasted spices and roasted unrefined curry powder (Hint. Seafood)
Crab Curry
The Tamil New Year, usually falling around April 14th, is known by this name.
What is Puthandu?
Famous worldwide today, this ancient Tamil martial art from Kerala and Tamil Nadu involves acrobatic moves, weaponry, and hand-to-hand combat.
What is Silambam? (Also known as Kalaripayattu)
This coastal town in Sri Lanka is famous for its massive natural harbor and scenic beaches.
What is Trincomalee?