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Tamil Cinema Trivia

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What is Tamil cinema also known as?

Kollywood

When was the first Tamil silent film directed and by whom?

1918, R. Nataraja Mudaliar directed Keechaka Vadham

When was the first Tamil talking feature film released?

31 October 1931, by H. M. Reddy, less than seven months after India's first talking motion picture Alam Ara

Where did the Tamil film industry establish itself?

Madras (now Chennai) Signup and view all the answers

What is the nickname for the Tamil film industry?

Kollywood, a portmanteau of Kodambakkam and Hollywood Signup and view all the answers

What is the Tamil film industry segment of Indian cinema dedicated to?

The production of motion pictures in the Tamil language widely spoken in the state of Tamil Nadu. Signup and view all the answers

Who directed the first Tamil silent film, Keechaka Vadham?

R. Nataraja Mudaliar. Signup and view all the answers

When was the Entertainment Tax Act of 1939 passed?

By the end of the 1930s. Signup and view all the answers

What is the nickname for the Tamil film industry?

Kollywood. Signup and view all the answers

Where did the Tamil film industry establish itself?

Madras (now Chennai). Signup and view all the answers

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Tamil Cinema Overview

Tamil cinema is also referred to as Kollywood, derived from the neighborhood of Kodambakkam in Chennai, where many studios are located.
The first Tamil silent film, "Keechaka Vadham," was directed by R. Nataraja Mudaliar in 1918.
The first Tamil talking feature film, "Kalidas," was released in 1931, marking a significant transition from silent films to talkies.

Industry Establishment and Recognition

The Tamil film industry is primarily based in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, which serves as its central hub.
The nickname "Tamil Nadu Cinema" emphasizes its regional roots and cultural significance within the Indian cinema landscape.

Tax Legislation

The Entertainment Tax Act was passed in 1939, establishing a framework for taxation in the film industry, impacting revenue for filmmakers and cinemas.

Notable Contributions

R. Nataraja Mudaliar's work in "Keechaka Vadham" set the foundation for Tamil cinema and its subsequent evolution into a major film industry.

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Test your knowledge of Tamil cinema with this quiz! From iconic actors and actresses to classic films and memorable songs, see how much you know about the vibrant Kollywood industry.