Chennaiites are happy now thanks to monsoon which set in early and brought with it showers. Last couple of days has seen good rains and wet roads everywhere.

But the intermittent rains have not dampened the spirits of film-goers. Theatres continue to get good crowds for their Deepavali releases.

Even on Monday, major theatres witnessed full houses. Movies including Varalaru, Vallavan and E have been witnessing good crowds. People have been thronging theatres in spite of heavy spell of rains.

Says Anand, 'An avid film buff, since I knew that week-ends would be crowded, I chose to see Varalaru on Monday. But could see the same crowd on the working day too.'

Same has been the case in several theatres. Packed houses, avid fans cheering their stars were a common sight even on Monday.