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What is Tamil cinema?
What is Tamil cinema?
Tamil cinema is the Indian Tamil-language film industry.
What is another name for Tamil cinema?
What is another name for Tamil cinema?
Another name for Tamil cinema is Kollywood.
When was the first Tamil silent film directed?
When was the first Tamil silent film directed?
The first Tamil silent film, Keechaka Vadham, was directed in 1918.
When was the first Tamil talking feature film released?
When was the first Tamil talking feature film released?
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Where did the Tamil film industry establish itself?
Where did the Tamil film industry establish itself?
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Study Notes
Introduction to Tamil Cinema
- Tamil cinema refers to the Tamil-language film industry, primarily based in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu.
Alternative Name
- Kollywood is another name for Tamil cinema, derived from Kolli Wood, a colloquial name for Chennai's Kodambakkam neighborhood, where a majority of Tamil film industry is located.
History of Tamil Cinema
- 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.
Establishment of Tamil Film Industry
- The Tamil film industry established itself in Chennai (formerly Madras), the capital city of Tamil Nadu, India.
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Test your knowledge of Tamil cinema and its history with this quiz! From the origins of the industry to iconic films and actors, challenge yourself with questions on Kollywood's rich heritage.
