December 10th Thursday
Jeevan speaks to the media
Jeevan have donned the role of cheating wealthy women in the recently released film Nan Avan Illai Part 2. Jeeva while speaking about his role in the film said,” The incidents which take place in Nan Avan Illai Part 2 take place in real life.
Jeevan have donned the role of cheating wealthy women in the recently released film Nan Avan Illai Part 2. Jeeva while speaking about his role in the film said,” The incidents which take place in Nan Avan Illai Part 2 take place in real life.
Lot of girls are interested in marrying persons living abroad. The moneyed men take advantage of this and cheat them. Many NRIs living in America are married and have children. But they come to Tamil Nadu and don’t reveal the fact that they are married.
They marry the girl here and go back to America. The girl is shocked when she comes to know that he is married. Many girls return back to India while some stay tolerating this nonsense. I have seen many such incidents in my own eyes.
That is what we had narrated in Nan Avan Illai Part 2. Some actresses invest their earnings in the real estate. We have also told the view that they should do some charitable acts for the needy and poor. The film Nan Avan Illai Part 2 has been well received by the audience.”
Charmi goes to Kerala
Charmi had acted in films like Kadhal Azhivathillai, Kadhal Kisu Kisu, Aha Enna Alazghu and Ladam. She had also acted in Telugu films. Her last two Telugu did not do well at the box office.
In order to retain her star status she is going to Kerala. This is the first time she is acting in a Malayalam film. While speaking to the media about this, she said,” My last two Telugu films Manorama and Kavya’s diary did not do well at the box office as expected.
But I was able to learn a lot by acting in these films. Once again I am listening to the stories for Telugu films. I am pairing with Dhilip in a Malayalam film. Much importance will be given for the heroine in Malayalam films. I think I have got the chance to prove my mettle.”
Snegan wants to see Namitha in half saree
Namitha is the heroine of the film Nil Kavani Ennai Kadhali. Namitha has acted very glamorously in this film. The audio of this film was recently launched in the Four Frames in Chennai recently.
Snegan while speaking on this occasion said,” I heard that Namitha has acted very glamorously in this film. Now a day’s village girls also do not wear half sarees. They have also started wearing modern dresses like actresses. I also have a wish for a long time.
I want to see Namitha in half saree at least in one film and fulfill my dream. Big actresses like Namitha should act wearing half sarees. Seeing them girls will start wearing half sarees.” Namitha while speaking said,” I also want to act wearing half saree. But nobody gives me such roles.
They are only showing me glamorously. My fans also prefer to see me in glamour roles.”FEFSI President V C Guganathan, play back singer Chitra, directors Pramod, Bappan and producer Jagadish Chandran also spoke on this occasion.
Navya Nair to tie the knot!
The marriage is purely an arranged one by Navya's parents.
Soon betrothel function will be held and by January the marriage ceremonies will happen
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September 18th Friday
Unnaipol Oruvan
By Moviebuzz
Kamal Hassan's Chakri-Toleti directed Unnaipol Oruvan is new age Tamil cinema, which we can say proudly, is a must-watch. What elevates the film to a new high is the crisp presentation and outstanding performances from the lead actors, mainly Kamal and Mohanlal, who simply rock.
The film is on par with the original Neeraj Pandey’s A Wednesday, with minor modifications to make it politically correct by including a Hindu mercenary, a gun runner for whom it is just about money.
The dialogues written by Era Murugan are electrifying and justifies the milieu change from the terror-prone Mumbai to much calmer climes of Chennai.
Kamal Hassan and his team have also pointed to the Coimbatore bomb blast and Meenambakkam airport blast to give the film a local flavour. And to add his own secularist view point, one of the Muslim characters justifies his action and says it is all because of Modi and communal politics which led to the Best Bakery case. The film is well intended and is told in an emphatic manner very bravely.
One ordinary day, the Chennai city police commissioner Raghava Maraar (Mohanlal) receives a threatening call on his mobile from a guy (Kamal Hassan), who claims that he has placed five bombs in various parts of the city. The veracity of the caller's claim is confirmed when the cops find a bag with a RDX bomb at the Anna Salai police station.
The anonymous caller wants five hard core terrorists to be freed -- If not, he threatens blasts at various locations in Chennai where he has concealed the bombs. The chief secretary (Lakshmi) on the orders of Chief Minister has given a Maraar a free hand.
Maraar and his crack team of officers, led by a daring brooding cop Arif Khan (Ganesh Venkatram), gets ready to hand over the terrorists to the anonymous caller at an airfield. The story cannot be told further as it would be a giveaway of the stunning and well written climax, which had the entire audiences in the theatre giving a standing ovation at the end. It is a very brave and pathbreaking film, with a running time of only 110 minutes.
The film works because of its ensemble cast and the outstanding performances of Mohanlal and Kamal Hassan. Unlike in the Hindi version where Naseeruddin Shah had an edge over Anupam Kher, here the best dialogues in the film and almost equal screen time is given to Mohanlal.
Kamal's emotional outburst at the end, is heart rending and perhaps one of the finest piece of acting seen in Tamil cinema. Kamal and Mohanlal coming together is worth your ticket money. Ganesh Venkatram has a tailor-made role, and this film is going to be his big ticket to stardom.
Technically the film is picture perfect, with great background score by Sruthi Hassan, that builds the mood.
Chakri Toleti as a director cannot make a better debut as director in a film that will bring about a change in Tamil commercial cinema. Go for it and encourage good meaningful cinema.
UNNAIPOL ORUVAN MOVIE REVIEW
Review by : Behindwoods review board
Starring: Kamal Haasan, Mohanlal, Anuja Iyer, Nasser, Lakshmi.
Direction: Chakri Toleti
Music: Shruti Haasan
Production: Rajkamal International, UTV Motion Pictures
After keeping the movie buffs in suspense over its release due to its legal wrangles, Unnaipol Oruvan, the Tamil remake of ‘A Wednesday,’ produced by Raaj Kamal Films International has finally made it much to the relief of everyone associated with it. The job of director Chakri Toleti is easy and difficult – easy as a readymade story was in front of him and hard as he has to make the content relatable to Tamil audience. By and large, the film has remained loyal to the original script.
What could happen when a common man is pushed beyond his realms of patience and what are its consequences? Unnaipol Oruvan throws light on these issues and the triumph of humanity and its effect on national integration. Indirectly, the film says terrorism can only be held in check by terrorism.
UPO is about certain events that happen in one busy day in a Police Commissioner’s life. He receives an anonymous phone call asking for a release of four terrorists in police custody. Although the commissioner takes the call lightly, he realizes the seriousness of the issue soon and a group is formed to tackle the demands of this call. The gripping events that unfold subsequently are recounted in a riveting manner.
Unnaipol Oruvan
Mohanlal brings forth the responsible Police Commissioner and the unruffled manner in which he deals with a tense situation justifies his recent military award for acting. Kamal, as the angered citizen, has portrayed his emotions and feelings in the right measure. In the last few scenes, when he picks the vegetables from the ground in a composed manner suggests that he is after all an ordinary citizen. His pain and twinge are highly palpable when he is keen to finish off the terrorists. The sequences where Kamal has used his personal experience are enjoyable as regards to non-receipt of voters ID card.
All the characters have been understood and essayed perfectly by the artistes. Anuja Iyer, as the TV reporter, has risen up to the occasion and so does Ganesh Venkatram. Camera and music are in sync with the mood of the film and enhance the tension when required. Although UPO has its flaws, they are negligible when compared to the film in totality.
All in all, a brilliant work which will be appreciated by every socially responsible citizen of India
Unnaipol Oruvan
By Moviebuzz
Kamal Hassan's Chakri-Toleti directed Unnaipol Oruvan is new age Tamil cinema, which we can say proudly, is a must-watch. What elevates the film to a new high is the crisp presentation and outstanding performances from the lead actors, mainly Kamal and Mohanlal, who simply rock.
The film is on par with the original Neeraj Pandey’s A Wednesday, with minor modifications to make it politically correct by including a Hindu mercenary, a gun runner for whom it is just about money.
The dialogues written by Era Murugan are electrifying and justifies the milieu change from the terror-prone Mumbai to much calmer climes of Chennai.
Kamal Hassan and his team have also pointed to the Coimbatore bomb blast and Meenambakkam airport blast to give the film a local flavour. And to add his own secularist view point, one of the Muslim characters justifies his action and says it is all because of Modi and communal politics which led to the Best Bakery case. The film is well intended and is told in an emphatic manner very bravely.
One ordinary day, the Chennai city police commissioner Raghava Maraar (Mohanlal) receives a threatening call on his mobile from a guy (Kamal Hassan), who claims that he has placed five bombs in various parts of the city. The veracity of the caller's claim is confirmed when the cops find a bag with a RDX bomb at the Anna Salai police station.
The anonymous caller wants five hard core terrorists to be freed -- If not, he threatens blasts at various locations in Chennai where he has concealed the bombs. The chief secretary (Lakshmi) on the orders of Chief Minister has given a Maraar a free hand.
Maraar and his crack team of officers, led by a daring brooding cop Arif Khan (Ganesh Venkatram), gets ready to hand over the terrorists to the anonymous caller at an airfield. The story cannot be told further as it would be a giveaway of the stunning and well written climax, which had the entire audiences in the theatre giving a standing ovation at the end. It is a very brave and pathbreaking film, with a running time of only 110 minutes.
The film works because of its ensemble cast and the outstanding performances of Mohanlal and Kamal Hassan. Unlike in the Hindi version where Naseeruddin Shah had an edge over Anupam Kher, here the best dialogues in the film and almost equal screen time is given to Mohanlal.
Kamal's emotional outburst at the end, is heart rending and perhaps one of the finest piece of acting seen in Tamil cinema. Kamal and Mohanlal coming together is worth your ticket money. Ganesh Venkatram has a tailor-made role, and this film is going to be his big ticket to stardom.
Technically the film is picture perfect, with great background score by Sruthi Hassan, that builds the mood.
Chakri Toleti as a director cannot make a better debut as director in a film that will bring about a change in Tamil commercial cinema. Go for it and encourage good meaningful cinema.
UNNAIPOL ORUVAN MOVIE REVIEW
Review by : Behindwoods review board
Starring: Kamal Haasan, Mohanlal, Anuja Iyer, Nasser, Lakshmi.
Direction: Chakri Toleti
Music: Shruti Haasan
Production: Rajkamal International, UTV Motion Pictures
After keeping the movie buffs in suspense over its release due to its legal wrangles, Unnaipol Oruvan, the Tamil remake of ‘A Wednesday,’ produced by Raaj Kamal Films International has finally made it much to the relief of everyone associated with it. The job of director Chakri Toleti is easy and difficult – easy as a readymade story was in front of him and hard as he has to make the content relatable to Tamil audience. By and large, the film has remained loyal to the original script.
What could happen when a common man is pushed beyond his realms of patience and what are its consequences? Unnaipol Oruvan throws light on these issues and the triumph of humanity and its effect on national integration. Indirectly, the film says terrorism can only be held in check by terrorism.
UPO is about certain events that happen in one busy day in a Police Commissioner’s life. He receives an anonymous phone call asking for a release of four terrorists in police custody. Although the commissioner takes the call lightly, he realizes the seriousness of the issue soon and a group is formed to tackle the demands of this call. The gripping events that unfold subsequently are recounted in a riveting manner.
Unnaipol Oruvan
Mohanlal brings forth the responsible Police Commissioner and the unruffled manner in which he deals with a tense situation justifies his recent military award for acting. Kamal, as the angered citizen, has portrayed his emotions and feelings in the right measure. In the last few scenes, when he picks the vegetables from the ground in a composed manner suggests that he is after all an ordinary citizen. His pain and twinge are highly palpable when he is keen to finish off the terrorists. The sequences where Kamal has used his personal experience are enjoyable as regards to non-receipt of voters ID card.
All the characters have been understood and essayed perfectly by the artistes. Anuja Iyer, as the TV reporter, has risen up to the occasion and so does Ganesh Venkatram. Camera and music are in sync with the mood of the film and enhance the tension when required. Although UPO has its flaws, they are negligible when compared to the film in totality.
All in all, a brilliant work which will be appreciated by every socially responsible citizen of India
Saturday, September 5, 2009
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September 5nd Saturday
Director P Vasu’s sequel to the blockbuster Kannada film Apthamithra,
titled Aptharaksha is nearing completion. As like in the original, the director had roped in Vishnu Vardhan to play the lead role. This has raised the speculations that Vasu may contemplate remaking the film in Tamil. When questioned about this, the director said that he had narrated a one-line story to Rajinikanth and the ball is now in his court. Vasu says that Aptharaksha has four heroines in the star cast – Sandhya, Bhavana, Lakshmi Gopalasamy and Vimala Raman but he refused to disclose who among them plays the Chandramukhi role.
Meanwhile, the director has lapped up an opportunity to direct a Hindi film. This film, which is yet to be titled, is said to have Saif Ali Khan in the lead
Shruti corrects Kamal
Shruti Haasan is wielding the music baton for the film Unnaipol Oruvan in which his father Kamal Haasan plays the lead role along with Mohanlal.
The lady recently recorded two songs for which her father has rendered his voice. Speaking about this to the media, the veteran actor says that it was great moment to sing for his daughter’s composition. He also proudly recalled that Shruti made a few corrections to his rendition. Kamal says that though the original version, A Wednesday, did not have any songs, Unnaipol Oruvan has given importance to music.
Rs. 6 lakhs worth jewelry missing from actor’s house
‘Thalaivasal’ Vijay is shaken over a burglary that took place at his residence. Initial reports suggest that about 55 sovereigns of gold jewelry and Rs. 25000 cash were missing from the locker in his house. Investigations are on.
The actor, a resident of Kodambakkam, lives with his wife and two children. Sources say that Vijay’s wife was sleeping in a separate room while he and the children were in another room.
‘Thalaivasal’ Vijay, as he is popularly known after carving a niche for himself with the film title Thalaivasal, has donned the character artiste role in several smash hit films. He is presently starring in Vijay’s Vettaikaran.
Ram Charan Teja’s picks out a Tamil talent
Ram Charan Teja, after the astounding success of Magadheera, is already planning on his next assignment. Sources say that the actor is keen on a soft romantic story this time and is scouting for a suitable director. There are reports that Ram Charan is highly impressed by the Bommarilu director Bhaskar and will offer the opportunity to direct him this time.
Who chased Murugadoss?
irector Murugadoss, in a recent interview to a popular magazine, was quizzed about his fears, apprehensions and dreams. Notable among the answers were the ones that were on his fears and dreams. The director said that he would very often dream of holding a discussion with the ‘Ulaganayagan’ Kamal Haasan. Unfortunately, the director says, he would not be able to recall about the discussion he had when he wakes up in the morning.
Talking about his latest dream, Murugadoss said that he dreamt of pigs chasing him. Recalling this dream, the director says that probably it was a reflection of the swine flu fear that he had
Sameera Reddy on Ajith’s free time
Sameera Reddy is back from Malaysia after completing her schedule for Asal. Now the team is planning to move to Europe for the next schedule.
In an interview, the Varanam Aayiram girl said that she loves sea sports and had spent her free time in Malaysia scuba diving. When asked if Ajith would accompany her, the actress said that Ajith is always busy watching home videos of his daughter during his spare time.
Ajith also took a break to be with his daughter in Chennai twice during their stay in Malaysia, it is reported.
Speaking further on this, the pretty actress said that, she also had a chance to view some of his daughter’s videos and was surprised to see that his daughter sang so well. Sameera was all praise for Ajith’s little one and added that she has never heard a child sing so well before.
Nayanthara’s closeness to director-actor-choreographer Prabhu Deva
has raised many an eye brow in the South Indian film industry over their relationship. There were also reports that the two were secretly wed or would tie the knot soon. To make matters interesting, a morphed photo of the two in wedding attire was posted on several web sites and magazines.
However, the actress, in a recent interview has disclosed that Prabhu Deva is a close friend and there is nothing more to it as the media speculates. The lady maintains that she would never go against the wishes of her parents when it comes to marriage. Will this disclosure put an end to all the rumors involving Nayan and Prabhu Deva?
Nayanthara
The sudden and untimely death of the Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Dr. YS Rajasekara Reddy in a helicopter crash on September 2nd, 2009
has put the entire nation in deep anguish. While the Tamil Nadu state government had declared a state holiday, the Kollywood has announced that the entire Tamil film fraternity would wear a black badge on Friday to condole the death of YSR.
This was announced in a joint press release issued by the Tamil Film Prodcuers’ Council, Nadigar Sangam, Film Distributors’ Association, FEFSI, the South Indian Film Chamber of Commerce, and the Theatre Owners’ Association
Sushmita Sen disappointed
The former Miss Universe Sushmita Sen is deeply disappointed that her first production venture would not be Rani Laxmi Bai as planned. The lady says that with the present financial situation she would not be able to complete the film as planned and hence would work out on another project till then.
The actress reportedly told over the phone to the IANS, “When I open my production house, it’ll definitely be for producing films but I hoped ‘Rani Laxmi Bai’ will be the first one, which as of now, it won’t be.”
Sushmita says that she would never make any compromise on this film as she wants it to be the best.
Asian Filmmaker of the Year award announced
Yash Chopra, founder of Yash Raj Films, is due for a greater recognition next month for his exemplary work in the Indian cinema. The noted Bollywood producer-director will receive the prestigious Asian Filmmaker of the Year award at the Pusan International Film Festival that is to be held between October 8 and 16th. The press statement reads, “As the most influential producer and director in India over decades, Chopra has made remarkable contributions to establish Bollywood cinema on the global stage.”
The film festival will screen several of the films directed and produced by Yash Chopra
Director P Vasu’s sequel to the blockbuster Kannada film Apthamithra,
titled Aptharaksha is nearing completion. As like in the original, the director had roped in Vishnu Vardhan to play the lead role. This has raised the speculations that Vasu may contemplate remaking the film in Tamil. When questioned about this, the director said that he had narrated a one-line story to Rajinikanth and the ball is now in his court. Vasu says that Aptharaksha has four heroines in the star cast – Sandhya, Bhavana, Lakshmi Gopalasamy and Vimala Raman but he refused to disclose who among them plays the Chandramukhi role.
Meanwhile, the director has lapped up an opportunity to direct a Hindi film. This film, which is yet to be titled, is said to have Saif Ali Khan in the lead
Shruti corrects Kamal
Shruti Haasan is wielding the music baton for the film Unnaipol Oruvan in which his father Kamal Haasan plays the lead role along with Mohanlal.
The lady recently recorded two songs for which her father has rendered his voice. Speaking about this to the media, the veteran actor says that it was great moment to sing for his daughter’s composition. He also proudly recalled that Shruti made a few corrections to his rendition. Kamal says that though the original version, A Wednesday, did not have any songs, Unnaipol Oruvan has given importance to music.
Rs. 6 lakhs worth jewelry missing from actor’s house
‘Thalaivasal’ Vijay is shaken over a burglary that took place at his residence. Initial reports suggest that about 55 sovereigns of gold jewelry and Rs. 25000 cash were missing from the locker in his house. Investigations are on.
The actor, a resident of Kodambakkam, lives with his wife and two children. Sources say that Vijay’s wife was sleeping in a separate room while he and the children were in another room.
‘Thalaivasal’ Vijay, as he is popularly known after carving a niche for himself with the film title Thalaivasal, has donned the character artiste role in several smash hit films. He is presently starring in Vijay’s Vettaikaran.
Ram Charan Teja’s picks out a Tamil talent
Ram Charan Teja, after the astounding success of Magadheera, is already planning on his next assignment. Sources say that the actor is keen on a soft romantic story this time and is scouting for a suitable director. There are reports that Ram Charan is highly impressed by the Bommarilu director Bhaskar and will offer the opportunity to direct him this time.
Who chased Murugadoss?
irector Murugadoss, in a recent interview to a popular magazine, was quizzed about his fears, apprehensions and dreams. Notable among the answers were the ones that were on his fears and dreams. The director said that he would very often dream of holding a discussion with the ‘Ulaganayagan’ Kamal Haasan. Unfortunately, the director says, he would not be able to recall about the discussion he had when he wakes up in the morning.
Talking about his latest dream, Murugadoss said that he dreamt of pigs chasing him. Recalling this dream, the director says that probably it was a reflection of the swine flu fear that he had
Sameera Reddy on Ajith’s free time
Sameera Reddy is back from Malaysia after completing her schedule for Asal. Now the team is planning to move to Europe for the next schedule.
In an interview, the Varanam Aayiram girl said that she loves sea sports and had spent her free time in Malaysia scuba diving. When asked if Ajith would accompany her, the actress said that Ajith is always busy watching home videos of his daughter during his spare time.
Ajith also took a break to be with his daughter in Chennai twice during their stay in Malaysia, it is reported.
Speaking further on this, the pretty actress said that, she also had a chance to view some of his daughter’s videos and was surprised to see that his daughter sang so well. Sameera was all praise for Ajith’s little one and added that she has never heard a child sing so well before.
Nayanthara’s closeness to director-actor-choreographer Prabhu Deva
has raised many an eye brow in the South Indian film industry over their relationship. There were also reports that the two were secretly wed or would tie the knot soon. To make matters interesting, a morphed photo of the two in wedding attire was posted on several web sites and magazines.
However, the actress, in a recent interview has disclosed that Prabhu Deva is a close friend and there is nothing more to it as the media speculates. The lady maintains that she would never go against the wishes of her parents when it comes to marriage. Will this disclosure put an end to all the rumors involving Nayan and Prabhu Deva?
Nayanthara
The sudden and untimely death of the Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Dr. YS Rajasekara Reddy in a helicopter crash on September 2nd, 2009
has put the entire nation in deep anguish. While the Tamil Nadu state government had declared a state holiday, the Kollywood has announced that the entire Tamil film fraternity would wear a black badge on Friday to condole the death of YSR.
This was announced in a joint press release issued by the Tamil Film Prodcuers’ Council, Nadigar Sangam, Film Distributors’ Association, FEFSI, the South Indian Film Chamber of Commerce, and the Theatre Owners’ Association
Sushmita Sen disappointed
The former Miss Universe Sushmita Sen is deeply disappointed that her first production venture would not be Rani Laxmi Bai as planned. The lady says that with the present financial situation she would not be able to complete the film as planned and hence would work out on another project till then.
The actress reportedly told over the phone to the IANS, “When I open my production house, it’ll definitely be for producing films but I hoped ‘Rani Laxmi Bai’ will be the first one, which as of now, it won’t be.”
Sushmita says that she would never make any compromise on this film as she wants it to be the best.
Asian Filmmaker of the Year award announced
Yash Chopra, founder of Yash Raj Films, is due for a greater recognition next month for his exemplary work in the Indian cinema. The noted Bollywood producer-director will receive the prestigious Asian Filmmaker of the Year award at the Pusan International Film Festival that is to be held between October 8 and 16th. The press statement reads, “As the most influential producer and director in India over decades, Chopra has made remarkable contributions to establish Bollywood cinema on the global stage.”
The film festival will screen several of the films directed and produced by Yash Chopra
Monday, August 17, 2009
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Ravikumar, Akshay Kumar to come together
Kumar to come together
[Ravikumar, Akshay Kumar to come together] K S Ravikumar seems to be the latest addition to the list of Tamil cinema directors making their presence felt in Bollywood. The filmmaker, according to sources, is all set to step into Hindi cinema by remaking his super hit 'Thenali', the Kamal Haasan starrer..
Murugadoss to direct Superstar?
Guess who is going to director our Superstar next? It is none other than the Ghajini fame filmmaker Murugadoss...
Radha Mohan to direct Nagarjuna
Radha Mohan, the man behind ‘Mozhi’ and ‘Abhiyum Naanum’, is going places. The filmmaker would direct Telugu top hero Nagarjuna for a new project soon, say those in the know...
Pokkisham, now with a ‘slim’ look
[Pokkisham, now with a ‘slim’ look] Cheran’s Pokkisham is wearing a new look now. After reports from the media and suggestions from ‘well-wishers’ that the movie would be more interesting if some scenes and songs are deleted, the filmmaker-actor has cut-short the length by 22 minutes...
Ravikumar, Akshay Kumar to come together
Kumar to come together
[Ravikumar, Akshay Kumar to come together] K S Ravikumar seems to be the latest addition to the list of Tamil cinema directors making their presence felt in Bollywood. The filmmaker, according to sources, is all set to step into Hindi cinema by remaking his super hit 'Thenali', the Kamal Haasan starrer..
Murugadoss to direct Superstar?
Guess who is going to director our Superstar next? It is none other than the Ghajini fame filmmaker Murugadoss...
Radha Mohan to direct Nagarjuna
Radha Mohan, the man behind ‘Mozhi’ and ‘Abhiyum Naanum’, is going places. The filmmaker would direct Telugu top hero Nagarjuna for a new project soon, say those in the know...
Pokkisham, now with a ‘slim’ look
[Pokkisham, now with a ‘slim’ look] Cheran’s Pokkisham is wearing a new look now. After reports from the media and suggestions from ‘well-wishers’ that the movie would be more interesting if some scenes and songs are deleted, the filmmaker-actor has cut-short the length by 22 minutes...
Monday, August 10, 2009
Tamil Latest Movie Online News
Augest 10th Monday
Superstar For Shankar's 'Eeram'
Rajinikanth released the music of upcoming film ‘Eeram’ on Sunday; August 9th in Chennai ‘Eeram’ is produced by director Shankar’s S Pictures. Our Superstar who graced the audio launch shared his experience of working Shankar’s directorial venture ‘Endhiran’. About my political stand… no comments,” said superstar.
Checkout the interesting stuffs our Superstar shares in this coverage!
1st Anniversary Of 'Inbox 1305'
1st Anniversary of the magazine ‘Inbox 1305’ was celebrated on August 7th at 4.30.p.m. This Chennai based magazine is run by Ms. Kiruthiga Udayanithi Stalin. The CEO of Ocher Studios, Soundarya Rajinikanth presented the anniversary issue of the magazine to ace photographer and Ad filmmaker Sharad Haksar.
Remembering MJ – Rotary Club & Artists
he Rotary Club of Chennai Coastal is coming up with a unique way to pay homage to the recently deceased King of Pop, Michael Jackson.
On 29th August 2009, the club is organising a musical concert, “A Tribute to Michael Jackson”, at the Wesley Grounds, Chennai. The event will be in aid of Autism Awareness, Treatment and Cure and to raise funds for Autistic Children, Palliative Care and for the Specially Able.
The entire show would be dedicated to MJ and his songs. Music Composer Mr. Praveen Mani is the man who initiated this show. All leading vocalists and musicians who work for the Musical Genius AR. Rahman are slated to perform under the banner “Artists United”. Shankar, Eshan, Loy, Karthik, Benny Dayal, Sunitha Sarathy, Selva Ganesh, Blaaze, Joshua Sridhar, Suresh Peters, Naresh Iyer, Suchitra Karthik, Keith Peters and many other well-known artists will be performing for the show. A.R. Rahman too will air his tribute to MJ and sing for the occasion.
Interestingly, the show will not have a MC on ground and all the singers will perform after they talk about how the legend inspired their singing.
AR Rahman Releases 'Ooh La-La-La' Audio
Students of KM conservatory had their musical album ‘Ooh La La La’ launched by of AR Rahman recently. Our musical maestro also encouraged the children to come up with more ideas at the function at Hotel Green Park. Rahman along with Shruthi Haasan, Goutham Menon and playback singer-actress Andrea were present for the function.
Sun buys ‘Ninaithaale Inikkum’
he release rights of ‘Ninaithaale Inikkum’, starring Prithviraj, Shakthi and Priyamani in lead roles, have been acquired by Sun Pictures. Plans are on to release the film in September.
Says the movie’s director Kumaravelan, “Remakes should reflect the culture of the land in which they are being made into. We have carefully remade Malayalam hit ‘Classmates’ as Ninaithaale Inikkum.”
“The first thing we ensured when we planned ‘Ninaithaale Inikkum’ was that the story should undergo minor changes to suit the Tamil audience. Lal Jose’s ‘Classmates’ set in a college campus had fun, frolic and emotional elements. We have recreated the same in Tami
Pokkisham gets 'U' certificate
Cheran's ‘Pokkisham’ has been cleared by the Censors with an 'U' certificate without any cuts. They also appreciated the filmmaker for coming out with a clean entertainer, it is learnt.
‘Pokkisham’, which chronicles the life of a youth, is an analysis of the changing times and its impact on human emotions, especially romance. Produced by Nemichand Jhabak and V Hitesh, the movie has Padmapriya opposite Cheran.
Sneha says a big no
“Some journalists, without even speaking to the persons concerned, write whatever strikes their mind,” says Sneha, reacting to reports in a section of the media that she is appearing with a bikini for ‘Goa’.
“Never will I do a bikini act. I have an image of my own and I will not spoil it at any cost. There is not even an iota of truth in those ‘intelligent reports’ that I am appearing in a swim suit in Goa, directed by Venkat Prabhu,” she says.
Confirming that she is doing a role with negative shades in the film, Sneha says, “It is a first-of-its kind role in Tamil cinema. I am very much impressed by my character and accepted to do the role immediately after Venkat narrated me the story.”
trisha is tidy
Guess what’s the topmost priority of Trisha? The answer is cleanliness. For, keeping surroundings clean and tidy had always occupied the top position in the actress’s wishlist.
“It is a habit from my childhood. My first thing after coming from school was to take a broom and clean the home. My mother would appreciate me a lot for this habit of mine,” she says.
The actress adds: “The habit still continues. Whatever may be the time of my returning home, I would go to bed only after cleaning my room, laptop, music system and wardrobe.”
Pasanga hero is Kalavani now
“Ingittu Meenakshi… Angittu Yaaru?” Vimal, the ‘proud owner’ of this famous dialogue in ‘Pasanga’, is ready for his next. Titled ‘Kalavani’, the film featuring Vimal opposite newcomer Helen, will go on floors soon.
The movie will be directed by Sargunam, a former associate of ‘Kireedam’ fame Vijay. Says the filmmaker, “Kalavani will be a right mix of romance and comedy, quite like Pandiarajan’s 'Aaan Paavam'.”
Produced by Naseer on behalf of Sherali Movies, S S Kumarn will score music for ‘Kalavani’. Om Prakash is the cinematographer. The shoot will take place in around Kumbakonam and Mannarkudi.
Superstar For Shankar's 'Eeram'
Rajinikanth released the music of upcoming film ‘Eeram’ on Sunday; August 9th in Chennai ‘Eeram’ is produced by director Shankar’s S Pictures. Our Superstar who graced the audio launch shared his experience of working Shankar’s directorial venture ‘Endhiran’. About my political stand… no comments,” said superstar.
Checkout the interesting stuffs our Superstar shares in this coverage!
1st Anniversary Of 'Inbox 1305'
1st Anniversary of the magazine ‘Inbox 1305’ was celebrated on August 7th at 4.30.p.m. This Chennai based magazine is run by Ms. Kiruthiga Udayanithi Stalin. The CEO of Ocher Studios, Soundarya Rajinikanth presented the anniversary issue of the magazine to ace photographer and Ad filmmaker Sharad Haksar.
Remembering MJ – Rotary Club & Artists
he Rotary Club of Chennai Coastal is coming up with a unique way to pay homage to the recently deceased King of Pop, Michael Jackson.
On 29th August 2009, the club is organising a musical concert, “A Tribute to Michael Jackson”, at the Wesley Grounds, Chennai. The event will be in aid of Autism Awareness, Treatment and Cure and to raise funds for Autistic Children, Palliative Care and for the Specially Able.
The entire show would be dedicated to MJ and his songs. Music Composer Mr. Praveen Mani is the man who initiated this show. All leading vocalists and musicians who work for the Musical Genius AR. Rahman are slated to perform under the banner “Artists United”. Shankar, Eshan, Loy, Karthik, Benny Dayal, Sunitha Sarathy, Selva Ganesh, Blaaze, Joshua Sridhar, Suresh Peters, Naresh Iyer, Suchitra Karthik, Keith Peters and many other well-known artists will be performing for the show. A.R. Rahman too will air his tribute to MJ and sing for the occasion.
Interestingly, the show will not have a MC on ground and all the singers will perform after they talk about how the legend inspired their singing.
AR Rahman Releases 'Ooh La-La-La' Audio
Students of KM conservatory had their musical album ‘Ooh La La La’ launched by of AR Rahman recently. Our musical maestro also encouraged the children to come up with more ideas at the function at Hotel Green Park. Rahman along with Shruthi Haasan, Goutham Menon and playback singer-actress Andrea were present for the function.
Sun buys ‘Ninaithaale Inikkum’
he release rights of ‘Ninaithaale Inikkum’, starring Prithviraj, Shakthi and Priyamani in lead roles, have been acquired by Sun Pictures. Plans are on to release the film in September.
Says the movie’s director Kumaravelan, “Remakes should reflect the culture of the land in which they are being made into. We have carefully remade Malayalam hit ‘Classmates’ as Ninaithaale Inikkum.”
“The first thing we ensured when we planned ‘Ninaithaale Inikkum’ was that the story should undergo minor changes to suit the Tamil audience. Lal Jose’s ‘Classmates’ set in a college campus had fun, frolic and emotional elements. We have recreated the same in Tami
Pokkisham gets 'U' certificate
Cheran's ‘Pokkisham’ has been cleared by the Censors with an 'U' certificate without any cuts. They also appreciated the filmmaker for coming out with a clean entertainer, it is learnt.
‘Pokkisham’, which chronicles the life of a youth, is an analysis of the changing times and its impact on human emotions, especially romance. Produced by Nemichand Jhabak and V Hitesh, the movie has Padmapriya opposite Cheran.
Sneha says a big no
“Some journalists, without even speaking to the persons concerned, write whatever strikes their mind,” says Sneha, reacting to reports in a section of the media that she is appearing with a bikini for ‘Goa’.
“Never will I do a bikini act. I have an image of my own and I will not spoil it at any cost. There is not even an iota of truth in those ‘intelligent reports’ that I am appearing in a swim suit in Goa, directed by Venkat Prabhu,” she says.
Confirming that she is doing a role with negative shades in the film, Sneha says, “It is a first-of-its kind role in Tamil cinema. I am very much impressed by my character and accepted to do the role immediately after Venkat narrated me the story.”
trisha is tidy
Guess what’s the topmost priority of Trisha? The answer is cleanliness. For, keeping surroundings clean and tidy had always occupied the top position in the actress’s wishlist.
“It is a habit from my childhood. My first thing after coming from school was to take a broom and clean the home. My mother would appreciate me a lot for this habit of mine,” she says.
The actress adds: “The habit still continues. Whatever may be the time of my returning home, I would go to bed only after cleaning my room, laptop, music system and wardrobe.”
Pasanga hero is Kalavani now
“Ingittu Meenakshi… Angittu Yaaru?” Vimal, the ‘proud owner’ of this famous dialogue in ‘Pasanga’, is ready for his next. Titled ‘Kalavani’, the film featuring Vimal opposite newcomer Helen, will go on floors soon.
The movie will be directed by Sargunam, a former associate of ‘Kireedam’ fame Vijay. Says the filmmaker, “Kalavani will be a right mix of romance and comedy, quite like Pandiarajan’s 'Aaan Paavam'.”
Produced by Naseer on behalf of Sherali Movies, S S Kumarn will score music for ‘Kalavani’. Om Prakash is the cinematographer. The shoot will take place in around Kumbakonam and Mannarkudi.
Saturday, August 8, 2009
Tamil Cinema Latest Headline News
Augest 08Th Saturday
Mudhalvar Mahathma on the censor table!
One will wonder what is the reason behind to make a film like ‘Kamaraj- The King Maker’? We can’t stop admiring A Balakrishnan for his mettle to choose a subject like this and make it as a full-length movie. The artistic film maker once again carries a theme blending fiction and history.
Balakrishnan’s Ramana Creations is producing its second movie on Mahatma Gandhi titled ‘Mudhalvar Mahathma’. The director gives us a chance to see what will happen to contemporary Indian Politics if Gandhiji comes again alive. The film will exhibit and register that ‘Ahimsa’ and ‘Sathyagraha’ are the two immortal laws of peace.
At a time in which half of the film’s shoot is over, the film’s script is placed on the table of censor board for opinion. As per the script the movie has scenes in which modern Gandhi faces an important politician of our day. It is alleged that the director’s friends advised him to ask for censor’s opinion directly before filming, to avoid any future troubles.
Whatever is the drive behind getting the help of censor board, all we can hope is that this modern Gandhiji should reach us without much scissoring.
How Mani keeps himself cool?
Heart ailment. Ruckus created by an elephant on the sets. Had to simultaneously shoot Hindi and Tamil versions with heavyweights playing the lead. Despite all these pressures, Mani Ratnam is cool on the sets of his magnum opus Raavana.
And guess the reason? It is nothing but the regular practice of badminton, which was recommended to 'Mani sir' by doctors while he was admitted to a hospital recently after a heart complaint. "Mani sir has been regularly playing badminton whenever he gets time to kill. It gives him vim and vigour besides keeping him cool," says a source.
Meanwhile, it is said that the filmmaker had sent a prompt reply to a notice sent to him by Animal Welfare Board of India, raising questions how he used the elephant in shooting without the permission of the board.
Kanthaswamy from 21 Aug
Producer Kalaipuli S Thanu has confirmed that his magnum opus Kanthaswamy, directed by Susi Ganesan starring Vikram and Shriya Saran in the lead, will hit the screens on 21 August.
On the movie, he says, "Kanthaswamy has come at an appropriate time. I am happy to have been associated with a talented director like Susi and a multi-faceted actor like Vikram. Everything is grandeur in the movie"
On his part, Vikram says, "All credit should go to Susi Ganesan. He got out the best from everyone involved in the movie. It is an out-and-out Susi show with all of us giving our inputs to it".
Namitha is Jyothika
Hold your breath! Perhaps for the first time in her career, Namitha is getting ready to act in a role, which would require her wearing a saree most of the time.
If sources are to be believed, the actress has been approached by a Sandalwood filmmaker to act in the Kannada remake of Vikraman’s ‘Priyamana Thozhi’, which had Madhavan and Jyothika in the lead.
It is said that the actress too has evinced interested to act in the role played by Jyothika and would soon sign on the dotted lines. Meanwhile, Namitha, whose career is on a high in Tollywood after ‘Billa’, has signed a hefty deal to act opposite Nandamuri Balakrishna, one of the top actors of Telugu cinema.
According to sources, the actress would play one of the heroines in the film titled Simham, to be directed by Boyapati Srinu. The movie would be produced by Parachuri Shivaram Prasad.
Simbu makes Arun Vijay happy
Arun Vijay is a happy man these days. The reason is not just the successful running of his recent release ‘Malai Malai’, but also the congratulatory messages he has been getting from friends and well-wishers.
Silambarasan, who recently watched the movie, caught Arun Vijay over phone and expressed happiness that his ‘good friend’ has at last tasted success. ‘You are on the right track now. Keep up the good show,’ Silambarasan told Arun, according to sources.
Similarly, Jeevan too telephoned Arun and sang paeans on the actor for his performance in the film directed by A Venkatesh. ‘I am happy that others are happy with ‘Malai Malai’. I must thank all my colleagues and of course the Almighty,’ says Arun.
Udayanidhi Stalin in Dharani’s direction?
At a time when actors are taking the political route, here comes an aspiring actor from the numero uno political family of Tamil Nadu. And it is none other than Udayanidhi Stalin, son of Deputy Chief Minister M K Stalin.
If Tamil industry grapevine has to be believed, Udayanidhi, who had produced Vijay starrer ‘Kuruvi’, was recently approached by the film’s director Dharani to act in his next venture. The young producer, who too is interested at donning the greasepaint, is however waiting for a nod from his father Stalin and grandfather and the State’s Chief Minister M Karunanidhi.
Meanwhile, there are others saying that Udayanidhi is doing a cameo in Suriya starrer ‘Aadhavan’, for which he is the producer. The film, directed by K S Ravikumar, has Nayantara as the female lead.
Nakul gets Sivaji award
Nakul was a regular recipient of 'Chevalier Sivaji' award, when he was a student in Ashram School, run by Superstar Rajinikanth's wife Latha. 'Yes, I feel that proud that I studied at Ashram, a school with a difference. Those days are still green in my memory, 'recalls the ‘Kadhalil Vizhunthen’ hero.
'Silambarasan and Soundarya (Rajini's younger daughter) were my classmates at Ashram. I was regularly selected for Chevalier Sivaji Award, an annual honour given to best on-stage performer of the school,' he says.
On his forthcoming film ‘Kandha Kottai’, the actor, who is fresh from the success of ‘Masilamani’, says, 'my character in ‘Kandha Kottai’ is a straight contrast to what I did in KV and Masilamani. I am playing a youth who hates love to the core. How love changes in the life is the crux of the movie. Poorna of ‘Muniyandi Vilangiyal Moonramandu’ fame is the heroine.'
Revathy’s daughter?
Poorna’s entry to Kollywood was through Muniyandi Vilangiyal Moondram Aandu. This import from the God’s own land – Kerala – is carving a niche for herself as like her counterparts from the same state. Her current venture is with Parthiban in Vithagan.
What with her looks like veteran actress Revathy, she garners the attention of the fans and movies goers easily. The actress when quizzed about her looks says that people enquire more often if she is Revathy’s daughter or relative. Poorna makes it clear that she is not related to Revathy but is glad to look like the actress.
Rahman’s son to sing in Tamil film
AR Rahman answering questions posed by the press during an event yesterday said that his son Ameen Rahman would render his voice for a Tamil film soon. The music director was questioned about his son’s song in the Hollywood film Couple’s Retreat and he confirmed it. Adding further the director said that Ameen is just six and half years and has started to learn music recently.
The Oscar winner disclosed that students studying at his music school will also be given an opportunity to sing in films.
A kick for everybody, says Jayam Ravi
Quite happy with the way Peraanmai had shaped up, Jayam Ravi is planning to move on to his next project that will be directed by his brother Jayam Raja. This film is a remake of the Telugu blockbuster Kick. The buzz is that this venture has been named Thillalangadi in Tamil.
Co-starring with Jayam Ravi will be Shaam who had done the same role in the Telugu version and received rave accolades for it. Speaking about Kick, the actor said that there would be a kick for everybody that watches the film.
Prakash Raj denies
Prakash Raj had filed for a divorce and this case is pending in the court. Meanwhile, reports that he married the Praja Rajyam leader Shobha Rani and photo widely circulated on the internet added fuel to the fire.
Denying such rumors, Prakash Raj said that he would never marry when his case is still pending at the courts as it would amount to bigamy. He added that the photos published were a morphed one.
Shobha Rani, who was silent about the rumors when it started a few days ago, has now gone public and said that the rumors were baseless and that she enjoys a good friendship with the actor.
Opportunity to record songs at Rahman’s studio
The music show Ooh La La La program, telecast by Sun TV, came to an end recently and six bands that participated in the show were selected after several elimination rounds. The six bands were Zinx, Oxygen, V3, Agam, Shristi and Madras Tunes. Apart from these six bands, three Telugu bands were also selected.
All the winners were honored at a function held at the Green Park Hotel in Chennai. AR Rahman was present at the event to congratulate the winners. Speaking at the function, Rahman said that all the singers have a distinct voice modulation and do not seem to copy from other sources.
He advised the bands to remain together throughout and achieve the best results in future. Rahman also announced that the bands will be given an opportunity to record one of their songs in his studio. Other film personalities that were present at the venue were Andrea, Gautham Menon and Shruti Haasan.
Genelia calls herself the hit-girl
Genelia is probably the only actress to have delivered hits in four languages in a single year. The actress herself stated this info in an interview with a major newspaper. She said, “I delivered super hits in all four languages - Satya (Kannada), Santosh Subramaniyam (Tamil), Ready (Telugu) and Jaane Tu... Ya Jaane Naa (Hindi). I guess I'm the only heroine who delivered four super hits in four languages in one year.”
The actress says that language was never a barrier for her to select scripts and her only criterion is a good role and a comfortable team.
Chaya Singh to get married
Actress Chaya Singh is all set to marry a hardware businessman based at Hyderabad. The date of the wedding is expected to be announced soon.The actress shot to limelight with the Tamil flick Thiruda Thirudi and went on to act in several Tamil, Kannada and Malayalam films. Her performance in Vallamai Tharayo alongside Parthiban also received rave accolades.
The lady is currently busy with Ananthapurathu Veedu directed by Naga and produced by S Pictures. According to sources close to the actress, she will not quit acting after marriage.
John lights up Bipasha
Bipasha Basu was in for a surprise when she visited her new apartment for the house warming ceremony to find that John Abraham had gifted her some of the best chandeliers in the world. The actor took time off to consult with Bipasha’s interior decorator on the lighting fixtures needed for the house. The actress gushes that John ensured that all the chandeliers that she loved from across the globe were part of her apartment. Though John is busy shooting in London he made the arrangements and the payment before leaving the country.
An excited Bipasha Basu is all set to travel to London to spend some time with her beau, we hear
Chiranjeevi Son's Film Creates History
Telugu Mega Star Chiranjeevi’s son Ram Charan had hit the screen with his 2nd film last week. The film is titled ‘Magadheera’ with Kajal as heroine.
‘Eeram’ S-Picture’s latest!
The transformation from an assistant director to a director always takes time and needs lots of patience. Not everybody gets an option in life where one’s favorite director agrees to produce one’s first film. As many assume it to be a cake walk, director Arivazhagan depicts how tough it
Vettaikkaran- missing the regular element?
A set bearing resemblance to an IT workplace was erected inside AVM studio for the Vijay’s Vettaikkaran. Sadly half of the set got damaged in the recent fire accident that spread into the ‘Vettaikkaran’ set from another floor of the Studio...
I & Rajini lied to Sivaji – KS Ravikumar
When he lights his cigarette each time, he remembers the legendary Sivaji Ganesan. KS Ravikumar takes pleasure in remembering those golden days of directing Nadigar Thilagam and Superstar for 'Padayappa'...
Mudhalvar Mahathma on the censor table!
One will wonder what is the reason behind to make a film like ‘Kamaraj- The King Maker’? We can’t stop admiring A Balakrishnan for his mettle to choose a subject like this and make it as a full-length movie. The artistic film maker once again carries a theme blending fiction and history.
Balakrishnan’s Ramana Creations is producing its second movie on Mahatma Gandhi titled ‘Mudhalvar Mahathma’. The director gives us a chance to see what will happen to contemporary Indian Politics if Gandhiji comes again alive. The film will exhibit and register that ‘Ahimsa’ and ‘Sathyagraha’ are the two immortal laws of peace.
At a time in which half of the film’s shoot is over, the film’s script is placed on the table of censor board for opinion. As per the script the movie has scenes in which modern Gandhi faces an important politician of our day. It is alleged that the director’s friends advised him to ask for censor’s opinion directly before filming, to avoid any future troubles.
Whatever is the drive behind getting the help of censor board, all we can hope is that this modern Gandhiji should reach us without much scissoring.
How Mani keeps himself cool?
Heart ailment. Ruckus created by an elephant on the sets. Had to simultaneously shoot Hindi and Tamil versions with heavyweights playing the lead. Despite all these pressures, Mani Ratnam is cool on the sets of his magnum opus Raavana.
And guess the reason? It is nothing but the regular practice of badminton, which was recommended to 'Mani sir' by doctors while he was admitted to a hospital recently after a heart complaint. "Mani sir has been regularly playing badminton whenever he gets time to kill. It gives him vim and vigour besides keeping him cool," says a source.
Meanwhile, it is said that the filmmaker had sent a prompt reply to a notice sent to him by Animal Welfare Board of India, raising questions how he used the elephant in shooting without the permission of the board.
Kanthaswamy from 21 Aug
Producer Kalaipuli S Thanu has confirmed that his magnum opus Kanthaswamy, directed by Susi Ganesan starring Vikram and Shriya Saran in the lead, will hit the screens on 21 August.
On the movie, he says, "Kanthaswamy has come at an appropriate time. I am happy to have been associated with a talented director like Susi and a multi-faceted actor like Vikram. Everything is grandeur in the movie"
On his part, Vikram says, "All credit should go to Susi Ganesan. He got out the best from everyone involved in the movie. It is an out-and-out Susi show with all of us giving our inputs to it".
Namitha is Jyothika
Hold your breath! Perhaps for the first time in her career, Namitha is getting ready to act in a role, which would require her wearing a saree most of the time.
If sources are to be believed, the actress has been approached by a Sandalwood filmmaker to act in the Kannada remake of Vikraman’s ‘Priyamana Thozhi’, which had Madhavan and Jyothika in the lead.
It is said that the actress too has evinced interested to act in the role played by Jyothika and would soon sign on the dotted lines. Meanwhile, Namitha, whose career is on a high in Tollywood after ‘Billa’, has signed a hefty deal to act opposite Nandamuri Balakrishna, one of the top actors of Telugu cinema.
According to sources, the actress would play one of the heroines in the film titled Simham, to be directed by Boyapati Srinu. The movie would be produced by Parachuri Shivaram Prasad.
Simbu makes Arun Vijay happy
Arun Vijay is a happy man these days. The reason is not just the successful running of his recent release ‘Malai Malai’, but also the congratulatory messages he has been getting from friends and well-wishers.
Silambarasan, who recently watched the movie, caught Arun Vijay over phone and expressed happiness that his ‘good friend’ has at last tasted success. ‘You are on the right track now. Keep up the good show,’ Silambarasan told Arun, according to sources.
Similarly, Jeevan too telephoned Arun and sang paeans on the actor for his performance in the film directed by A Venkatesh. ‘I am happy that others are happy with ‘Malai Malai’. I must thank all my colleagues and of course the Almighty,’ says Arun.
Udayanidhi Stalin in Dharani’s direction?
At a time when actors are taking the political route, here comes an aspiring actor from the numero uno political family of Tamil Nadu. And it is none other than Udayanidhi Stalin, son of Deputy Chief Minister M K Stalin.
If Tamil industry grapevine has to be believed, Udayanidhi, who had produced Vijay starrer ‘Kuruvi’, was recently approached by the film’s director Dharani to act in his next venture. The young producer, who too is interested at donning the greasepaint, is however waiting for a nod from his father Stalin and grandfather and the State’s Chief Minister M Karunanidhi.
Meanwhile, there are others saying that Udayanidhi is doing a cameo in Suriya starrer ‘Aadhavan’, for which he is the producer. The film, directed by K S Ravikumar, has Nayantara as the female lead.
Nakul gets Sivaji award
Nakul was a regular recipient of 'Chevalier Sivaji' award, when he was a student in Ashram School, run by Superstar Rajinikanth's wife Latha. 'Yes, I feel that proud that I studied at Ashram, a school with a difference. Those days are still green in my memory, 'recalls the ‘Kadhalil Vizhunthen’ hero.
'Silambarasan and Soundarya (Rajini's younger daughter) were my classmates at Ashram. I was regularly selected for Chevalier Sivaji Award, an annual honour given to best on-stage performer of the school,' he says.
On his forthcoming film ‘Kandha Kottai’, the actor, who is fresh from the success of ‘Masilamani’, says, 'my character in ‘Kandha Kottai’ is a straight contrast to what I did in KV and Masilamani. I am playing a youth who hates love to the core. How love changes in the life is the crux of the movie. Poorna of ‘Muniyandi Vilangiyal Moonramandu’ fame is the heroine.'
Revathy’s daughter?
Poorna’s entry to Kollywood was through Muniyandi Vilangiyal Moondram Aandu. This import from the God’s own land – Kerala – is carving a niche for herself as like her counterparts from the same state. Her current venture is with Parthiban in Vithagan.
What with her looks like veteran actress Revathy, she garners the attention of the fans and movies goers easily. The actress when quizzed about her looks says that people enquire more often if she is Revathy’s daughter or relative. Poorna makes it clear that she is not related to Revathy but is glad to look like the actress.
Rahman’s son to sing in Tamil film
AR Rahman answering questions posed by the press during an event yesterday said that his son Ameen Rahman would render his voice for a Tamil film soon. The music director was questioned about his son’s song in the Hollywood film Couple’s Retreat and he confirmed it. Adding further the director said that Ameen is just six and half years and has started to learn music recently.
The Oscar winner disclosed that students studying at his music school will also be given an opportunity to sing in films.
A kick for everybody, says Jayam Ravi
Quite happy with the way Peraanmai had shaped up, Jayam Ravi is planning to move on to his next project that will be directed by his brother Jayam Raja. This film is a remake of the Telugu blockbuster Kick. The buzz is that this venture has been named Thillalangadi in Tamil.
Co-starring with Jayam Ravi will be Shaam who had done the same role in the Telugu version and received rave accolades for it. Speaking about Kick, the actor said that there would be a kick for everybody that watches the film.
Prakash Raj denies
Prakash Raj had filed for a divorce and this case is pending in the court. Meanwhile, reports that he married the Praja Rajyam leader Shobha Rani and photo widely circulated on the internet added fuel to the fire.
Denying such rumors, Prakash Raj said that he would never marry when his case is still pending at the courts as it would amount to bigamy. He added that the photos published were a morphed one.
Shobha Rani, who was silent about the rumors when it started a few days ago, has now gone public and said that the rumors were baseless and that she enjoys a good friendship with the actor.
Opportunity to record songs at Rahman’s studio
The music show Ooh La La La program, telecast by Sun TV, came to an end recently and six bands that participated in the show were selected after several elimination rounds. The six bands were Zinx, Oxygen, V3, Agam, Shristi and Madras Tunes. Apart from these six bands, three Telugu bands were also selected.
All the winners were honored at a function held at the Green Park Hotel in Chennai. AR Rahman was present at the event to congratulate the winners. Speaking at the function, Rahman said that all the singers have a distinct voice modulation and do not seem to copy from other sources.
He advised the bands to remain together throughout and achieve the best results in future. Rahman also announced that the bands will be given an opportunity to record one of their songs in his studio. Other film personalities that were present at the venue were Andrea, Gautham Menon and Shruti Haasan.
Genelia calls herself the hit-girl
Genelia is probably the only actress to have delivered hits in four languages in a single year. The actress herself stated this info in an interview with a major newspaper. She said, “I delivered super hits in all four languages - Satya (Kannada), Santosh Subramaniyam (Tamil), Ready (Telugu) and Jaane Tu... Ya Jaane Naa (Hindi). I guess I'm the only heroine who delivered four super hits in four languages in one year.”
The actress says that language was never a barrier for her to select scripts and her only criterion is a good role and a comfortable team.
Chaya Singh to get married
Actress Chaya Singh is all set to marry a hardware businessman based at Hyderabad. The date of the wedding is expected to be announced soon.The actress shot to limelight with the Tamil flick Thiruda Thirudi and went on to act in several Tamil, Kannada and Malayalam films. Her performance in Vallamai Tharayo alongside Parthiban also received rave accolades.
The lady is currently busy with Ananthapurathu Veedu directed by Naga and produced by S Pictures. According to sources close to the actress, she will not quit acting after marriage.
John lights up Bipasha
Bipasha Basu was in for a surprise when she visited her new apartment for the house warming ceremony to find that John Abraham had gifted her some of the best chandeliers in the world. The actor took time off to consult with Bipasha’s interior decorator on the lighting fixtures needed for the house. The actress gushes that John ensured that all the chandeliers that she loved from across the globe were part of her apartment. Though John is busy shooting in London he made the arrangements and the payment before leaving the country.
An excited Bipasha Basu is all set to travel to London to spend some time with her beau, we hear
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