Tamil Cinema (Kollywood)
The lead actor of the film Vikram (2022), which became a blockbuster.
Who is Kamal Haasan
This song from the movie Master featuring Vijay and Vijay Sethupathi became a chartbuster in 2021.
What is Vaathi Coming?
This Tamil actor, also known as "Thalapathy," is a box office sensation and one of the biggest stars in Kollywood.
Who is Vijay?
This festival marks the Tamil New Year.
What is Puthandu?
This traditional Tamil sweet made from jaggery, coconut, and rice flour is prepared during the festival of Pongal.
What is Pongal?
This actor is known as the “Superstar” of Tamil cinema.
Who is Rajinikanth?
This music director is known for composing music for blockbusters like Enai Noki Paayum Thota and Thanga Magan and is considered the "rockstar" of Tamil cinema.
Who is Anirudh Ravichander?
This Tamil leader and poet is celebrated for his contributions to India’s independence and Tamil literature.
Who is Subramania Bharathi?
This harvest festival is celebrated over four days in Tamil Nadu.
What is Pongal?
This popular carbonated drink, often enjoyed in Tamil Nadu and Sri Lanka, is known for its unique sweet and fruity flavor, commonly associated with refreshing summer beverages.
What is Necto?
This movie, directed by Mani Ratnam, is considered a modern classic and stars Arvind Swami and Madhubala.
What is Roja?
This 2014 hit song from the movie Kaththi, composed by Anirudh Ravichander, became a youth anthem with its catchy tune and energetic beat.
What is Selfie Pulla?
The first Tamil to serve as the President of India.
Who is A.P.J. Abdul Kalam?
The Tamil festival celebrated during the full moon in the month of Thai.
What is Thai Poosam?
This popular street food dish, made by mixing chopped roti with vegetables, spices, and often meat or egg, is a staple in Sri Lankan Tamil cuisine and is typically prepared on a hot griddle. It was served at 2 TSA events last year.
What is Kothu Roti?
The first Tamil film to be nominated for an Oscar.
What is Nayakan?
This artist rose to fame with the independent song Kutty Pattas, gaining massive popularity on social media.
Who is Raj Virk?
This famous cricketer from Tamil Nadu became the first Indian bowler to take a hat-trick in Test cricket.
Who is Harbhajan Singh?
This martial art form, often demonstrated during festivals in Tamil Nadu, is one of the oldest fighting systems in India.
What is Silambam?
This Tamil snack is made by deep frying a dough made from rice flour, urad dal flour, and spices into round crispy discs.
What is Murukku?
This critically acclaimed Tamil film, directed by Pa. Ranjith and starring Rajinikanth, deals with themes of caste, oppression, and social justice, and has sparked discussions on the Dalit movement in cinema.
What is Kabali?
This 2020 song from the movie Soorarai Pottru starring Suriya, composed by G.V. Prakash, was praised for its powerful lyrics and music.
What is Kaattu Payale?
This Tamil actress was known as the “Queen of Tamil Cinema” during the 1970s and 1980s.
Who is Savitri?
During the festival of Thaipusam, devotees carry this symbolic burden to show their devotion to Lord Murugan, often involving elaborate physical acts of penance and endurance.
What is the Kavadi?
This popular Sri Lankan Tamil dish is made with rice flour, coconut milk, and yeast, often served with a curry or coconut sambol.
What is Appam?