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Kanchana Movie Review STORY Raghava (Raghava Lawrence) is a born coward, who is afraid of everything. He is scared of things so much so that he doesn’t go alone in dark too. A man with the heart of gold, one day he starts viewing some eerie things. Clueless as to what they are, he is more confused. He also suddenly starts to behave like a woman, much to the shock of his family members. Even as they pray for his recovery, we get to know the reason behind the sudden change in Raghava’s behaviour. Meanwhile, there is romance between Raghava and Priya (Lakshmi Rai). How he becomes very normal and gets everything back is the climax. There is a strong message in climax. ANALYSIS The story is so simple. But the way it has been presented needs all appreciation. Raghava Lawrence emerges triumphant as an actor and director. Lakshmi Rai gives him good company in a couple of songs. Kovai Sarala is back after a break to give a credible performance. S Thaman has scored some racy tunes and his background score is average. Since it’s Lawrence’s fare, obviously there are some fast songs with the choreographer briskly shaking his legs. Kanchana begins on a humourous note. But as it progresses, it ends on an eerie note. The pace stutters in the latter part. However Lawrence can be commended for trying hands at a genre not explored by many before. Watch it if you have some time to spend this weekend. Kanchana - Scene of suspense
Kanchana Directed by : Raghava Lawrence Produced : Raghava Lawrence Music
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Starring : Sarathkumar Raghava Lawrence Lakshmi Rai Screenplay : Raghava Lawrence Story :
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Deiva Thirumagal Movie Review STORY: Krishna (Vikram) has a rare problem. He is a man who has mind of five-year-old child. Mentally-challenged, he works in a chocolate factory in Ooty. His wife delivers a baby girl Nila (Sara) and dies. The father-daughter bond really well. They share all their good times. However, troubles come in the form of Rajendran (Sachin Khedkar), who is the grandfather of Nila (her mother’s father). He takes away the child from Krishna, saying that her future would be affected if she grows with a mentally challenged father. Starts a legal battle. Coming to Krishna’s help are advocates Anuradha (Anushka) and Vinod (Santhanam), while senior lawyer Bashyam (Nasser) fights the case on behalf of Rajendran. Who wins at the end is the climax.
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Produced : M. Chinthamani Ronnie Screwvala Music
: G. V. Prakash Kumar
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PERFORMANCE: Perhaps the best performance by Chiyaan Vikram till date, the actor is there delivering goods scene after scene. As a father, friend and guide, he is scintillating. Anushka is apt as an advocate while Amala Paul is good in few scenes. Watch out for beautiful performances by Nasser and Santhanam. The highlight however is young girl Sara, who is so cute and sweet. Nirav Shah’s cinematography and G V Prakash’s music are two big strengths for director Vijay. On the whole, though the film, produced by Mogan Nadarajan’s Sri Rajakaliamman Media and presented by UTV Motion Pictures, is slow and predictable, Deiva Thirumagal can be watched for Vikram’s performance and Vijay’s making. Or at least for the guts of the director and the actor to make such a quality product. Verdict - Good show Online Movie Review - http:Click / www.cinemamatters.com/detHere ails.php?mid=73 Online Movie Gallery - ht p:/ w Click w.cinemamat ers.com/galeryimage.php?idHere =1658 &artist_id=7 1 10
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Venghai Movie Review STORY: Veerapandian (Rajkiran) is a highly respected person in Pandiapuram, a small and beautiful hamlet in the district of Sivagangai. He is almost worshipped by everyone in the locality. His son is the young and energetic Selvam (Dhanush). Enters one Rajalingam (Prakashraj), who seeks the support of Veerapandian to win the elections. After he promises that he would do all good things to the people, Veerapandian supports him and needless to say, he emerges triumphant in the polls. As expected, Rajalingam fails to live up to his promise that he would do good to the voters. He only ensures that he does all possible bad things. When Veerapandian questions him, Rajalingam vows to put an end to his rival. An irked Veerapandiyan tries to set things right but in vain. Enters his son Selvam and vows to teach a lesson to the baddie. What’s next is a climax with predictable twists and turns. ANALYSIS: List out the things you would expect from a Hari movie. And you could get to see all of them in Venghai. From the story to screenplay to characterisation to locations, all vital factors of this film could heavily remind you the director’s earlier ventures. But for a few interesting twists and turns in the screenplay and commendable performance (by Dhanush, Prakashraj and Rajkiran), it’s like watching a film taken in the 1970s and 80s in digital format. Dhanush is the biggest asset of Venghai. He is literally like a village boy who is gold at heart. Tamannah is there to fill the gap and she performs well. Rajkiran and Prakashraj are veterans, and of course, they prove it with their performance. Devi Sri Prasad’s music is loud, while Vetri’s camera captures well the beautiful villages in Sivaganga district. Though there are some interesting twists and turns, ageold story and familiar characters mar the flow of Venghai. Hari could have opted for a better knot.
Venghai Directed by : Hari Produced : B. Bharathireddy Music
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Theneer Viduthi Movie Review STORY Kumaran (Adith) and Raja (Kodumudi Suresh) are brothers who enjoy life under the sun. For them life is nothing but a thing of joy. Their job is to erect ‘pandhals’ at functions in the village. Kumaran falls for Valli (Reshmi), daughter of a honest sub-registrar Nachiyappa Chettiyar (Prabhakar). Their affair is opposed by her father and she is sent to a kin’s house. Kumaran follows her. Did the couple join hands against all odds forms the climax. ANALYSIS Music director S S Kumaran has chosen to take a big leap - wielding the megaphone. He has handled a romantic story in his maiden venture that will have the audience burst in laughter.
Theneer Viduthi Directed by : S.S.Kumaran Produced : S Annushadevi Music
: S.S.Kumaran
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Starring : Aadith Arun, Reshmi Menon
It has no big stunts sequences, no group of dancers shaking their legs in foreign locales or hero mouthing punchlines. It is a simple film that speaks about romance in a rustic land. As far as performance is concerned, both Adhith and Reshmi have played their roles well. However their reason for such a desperate love is not well explained. Kumaran captures the lives in village well. Also his music and background score deserve a special mention. Cinematography by Manavalan is top-class capturing the village beauty bright and beautiful. To sum it up, Theneer Viduthi is a family fare that is sure to entertain audience, at least to a certain extent.
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Veppam Movie Review STORY: Two young boys are left lonely after their mother’s death. as their drunkard father Jothi (Shimmore) leaves the house. Brought up by a noble heart, the brothers live with a mission and lead a respectable life. The elder brother Balaji (Muthukumar) takes a lot of care on his younger one Karthik (Nani). Karthik spends all his time with his friend Vishnu (Evam Karthi). Meanwhile, there is one Revathy (Nithya Menon), who loves Karthik desperately. Jothi ends up becoming a pimp in the area and starts to work for drug peddler Ammaji (Jennifer). Knowing that Karthik is in love with Viji (Bindhu Madhavi) one of the girls in his brothel house, Jothi decides to use Karthi for his own gain. As it happens, Vishnu gets killed and the blame falls on Karthik. Balaji proves that his brother is innocent. But the movie ends with a unexpected climax.
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Directed by : Anjana Ali Khan
Debutant director Anjana, who is a former associate to Gautham Vasudev Menon, has given her hard work and Produced : Ashok Vallabhaneni the result is seen in parts. : Devi Sri Prasad The script is racy. But at place a deja vu sense prevails Music
reminding one of scenes from Pattiyal. Om Prakash’s Written : Sashank Vennelakanti cinematography is the best thing in the movie. The songs by Joshua Sridhar are good. Anthony’s crispy editing Starring : Nani adds pace to the script. Karthik Nithya Menon As far as the actors are concerned, Muthukumar stands tall. He gives his best and with Gautham Menon dubBindu Madhavi bing for him, he sets the screen on fire. Nani and Karthi gel well. Nithya Menon has more scope than Bindhu Screenplay : Anjana Ali Khan Madhavai and she has used it well. Anjana Ali Khan All said, the movie has familiar scenes and proceeds Story : in a predictable path. But still, it is worth watching for other reasons. Cinematography : Om Prakash Verdict: Hot and cold Online Movie Review - htClick tp:/ www.cinemamatters.coHere m/details.php?mid=78 Online Movie Gallery - Click ht p:/ www.cinemamat ers.com/gal eryiHere mage.php?id=9186&artist_id=514
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Vimal, Bhagyaraj & Sargunam The audio of Vaagai Sooda Vaa, a film directed by Kalavani fame Sargunam with Vimal playing the lead role, was released at a function in Chennai on Friday. The movie is produced by S Muruganandam for Village Theatres. The event in Chennai was attended by Bharathiraja, Vairamuthu, Ameer, Pandiraj, Simbudevan and Prabhu Solomon among others. Speaking on the occasion, Sargunam said, ‘It is a touchy tale with humour. Doing a period film is no easy task and we have given our best. The movie has been done after intense research’. In his address, director-actor K Bhagyaraj, who has played a prominent part in the film, said, ‘My son Shanthanu missed an opportunity to act in Sargunam’s first film Kalavani. So I grabbed the offer when Sargunam came to me for Vaagai Sooda Vaa’. Music for Vaagai Sooda Vaa is composed by newcomer Ghibran. Lyrics have been penned by Arivumathi, Vairamuthu, Karthik Netha and V Ramasamy.
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Mansoor Ali Khan turns Music Director The dreaded baddie in Tamil screen Mansoor Ali Khan has turned music composer now. The actor, who wielded the megaphone with funny and quirky titles, is all set to direct veteran actress Jayachitra’s son Amaresh Ganesh for a movie titled Kadan Vangi Kalyanam. Mansoor Ali Khan, besides directing, has chosen to pen the lyrics and score music too. The movie stars veteran actors like K R Vijaya and Vennir Aadai Murthy. Mansoor Ali Khan is touted to play a prominent role in the film, which is already in the floors. Details of the movie are kept under wraps.
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Deepika prefers to wait
Deepika Padukone received a phone call from Rajinikanth, the numero uno actor of south Indian cinema. The Superstar, according to sources, discussed with her about their forthcoming film Rana.
Bollywood girl Deepika Padukone is keen to wait for Rajinikanth till he is back on the sets of Rana, a periodic film which went on floors a couple of months ago.
Meanwhile, Ravikumar is expected to leave for Singapore soon, following an instruction from Rajini. ‘There the two will shape up the script and make some crucial changes keeping in mind Rajini’s health and treatment,’ add sources.
The actress is expected to fly down to Chennai to meet him soon. ‘Deepika has assured the Superstar that she would be there to shoot whenever he’s ready to do so,’ said sources close to Rajini. The actress has, in fact, been flooded with offers from Tamil cinema after she signed Rana. But she has made a commitment to Rajinikanth. ‘She won’t do any Tamil film until Rana is completed. This is her way of showing how much a film with India’s greatest screen idol after Amitabh Bachchan matters to her,’ a section says.
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Deepika in place of Sonakshi ? Rumours were abuzz that Sonakshi Sinha of Dabbang fame has opted to pull out of Viswaroopam. Since she was busy with her earlier commitments and the shooting for Viswaroopam got delayed, she has reportedly chosen to opt out of the Kamal Haasan film. Buzz is that now Sonakshi may be replaced by Deepika Padukone, who is all geared up to act alongside Rajinikanth in Rana, once the Superstar returns from Singapore. Intially director Selvaraghavan walked out of the project, it may be recalled. In the meantime, Isha Sharvani, one of Bollywood’s best classical dancers will also play a pivotal role in the film. Apart from directing, Kamal has also penned the screenplay, dialogues and lyrics for Viswaroopam, produced by Telephoto Films.
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Deepika Padukone speaks out
Now that Superstar Rajinikant is back in Chennai with good health, Deepika Padukone is geared up to shoot for Rana. ‘Everyone is constantly asking me when the shooting of Rana will restart. Honestly, my first concern is Rajini sir’s health. Rana can wait,’ she says. Deepika says, ‘Rana is a special film to me. I have assured the Rajinikanth family that whenever they need me, be it Septemeber, October or later, I will adjust my dates.’ Sometimes, professional relations go beyond the regular; this is one such case. I am a deep admirer of Rajini sir. He is a legend. And when it comes to Rana, I am willing to walk that extra mile if required, she further says. Grapevine is that the Superstar had once complimented her saying that he personally thinks that Deepika is the most beautiful girl among the current lot of actresses. ‘All I can say is that I am flattered and humbled that Rajini sir paid me a compliment. It is the ultimate.’
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Mob go berserk at Nanban shooting spot A group of fans, who were excited to catch a glimpse of actor Vijay, went berserk and started acting unruly on the sets of Nanban, directed by Shankar. Police were rushed to the spot and set the crowd in order. Shankar was shooting a sequence with Vijay, Jiiva and Srikanth in a medical college on the outskirts of Chennai when a huge crowd of nearly 200 people, turned up on the sets. The three actors and Shankar obliged and waved to the crowd. They even spoke a few words, after which they turned to get back to work. But the crowd wouldn’t let them resume shooting. According to reports, then the crowd insisted on peeking inside all the caravans to see if they had missed any other stars. In the process, a few window panes were smashed and broken. Things came to control only after the arrival of police. Security has been beefed up on the sets now. Everyone entering the premises is being checked.
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Velayudham in Goundamani’s village
The cast and crew of Velayudham including Vijay and director Raja were camping at a village called Kundapuram near Pollachi to shoot some important sequences. Interestingly it is the home town of popular comedian Goundamani. Please note that Vijay is a great fan of the veteran actor and he had mentioned it in interviews. Velayudham is directed by Jayam Raja and it features Vijay, Genelia, Saranya Mohan and Hanshika Motwani in the lead roles. Music is by Vijay Anthony. Sources say scenes involving Vijay and Saranya Mohan were being shot in Goundamani’s house. The veteran comedian’s mother was there at the shooting spot and held interactions with the crew members. The movie, produced by Aascar Ravichandran, is almost complete and plans are on to release the same by August. WWW.CINEMAMATTERS.COM
Vijay in ‘Vijay will not Murugadoss’ enter politics film now’ After directing the likes of Ajith Actor Vijay will not enter pol-
and Suriya, A R Murugadoss is all set to wield the megaphone for Vijay. Interestingly it is touted to be an adventure film.
itics directly now. He would make it at the right time, said Vijay’s father and popular director S A Chandrasekharan.
Grapevine has it that Vijay was Speaking at a meeting of Viimpressed by Murugadoss’ script jay Narpani Iyakkam, he said, and felt it had the potential to ‘I thank all of you for sincerework big time at the box office. ly working for the success of the AIADMK combine in the Vijay’s father S A Chandrasekhar Assembly elections, followwill make it a home production ing Vijay’s request. He is coand the film will start rolling by mitted to work for the people,. the end of the year. Vijay is cur- He will make his entry to polirently shooting for Velayudham tics at an appropriate time’.. and Shankar’s Nanban. Meanwhile, he also urged the Murugadoss, who has now com- members to prepare for local pleted 7am Arivu with Suriya, body elections. Vijay is curwill fine-tune the script and also rently acting in Velayudham choose the rest of the star cast and Nanban. SAC said that and technical crew. Vijay and his son would be doing two Murugadoss are reportedly try- films per year for the next five ing to rope in Deepika Padukone years. to play the heroine.
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A gala affair for Vandhan Vendran The audio launch of Vandhan Vendran in Chennai on Thursday witnessed celebrities attending in large number, heaping laurels on Jiiva. Post Ko, he has emerged an actor to reckon with in Tamil cinema. The who’s who of the Tamil cinema including S A Chandrasekhar, Bala, actor Nandha, Samuthirakani and editor Mohan described him as a hard working actor. Vandhan Vendran is directed by Kannan and it features Jiiva and Taapsee in the lead roles. Music is by Thaman. Speaking on the ocasion, Jiiva said, ‘the movie has come really good and I should really thank director Kannan for it. All the artistes too have given their best’. On her part, Taapsee said, ‘Jiva is a great co-star to work with. He was very helpful and co-operative’.
Lawrence given BMW car as gift Lawrence Raghavendra was in for a big surprise. The actor-director-choreographer was gifted a BMW car by Tollywood producer Bellamkonda Suresh. The latter had produced the Telugu version of Kanchana, a sequel to Muni, starring Lawrence. The movie was directed by Lawrence himself. Released last week, it was a roaring hit in Andhra Pradesh. Apparently impressed with Lawrence’s work and the huge hit of the movie, the producer has gifted Lawrence with a BMW car. The Tamil version is hitting the screens today. It is being produced by Rama Narayanan’s Sri Thenandal Films. WWW.CINEMAMATTERS.COM
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Vishal’s movie titled Vedi Bala is a task master Vishal Basking on the glory of Avan Ivan, Vishal says, ‘all credits should go to director Bala. He has moulded me as an actor. It is the biggest hit of my career’.
There were speculations that Vishal’s forthcoming flick with choreographer-director Prabhu Deva, which was earlier titled Prabhakaran, will opt for name change. Says Vishal, ‘My character’s name is Prabhakaran in the film. There was no threat from anyone. I know that the name is a sensitive one and we started getting feedback from our friends.’ As an actor, I have a responsibility to society. I did not want to incur anyone’s anger. So we are going in for a name change, he adds.
Addressing media persons in Chennai Thursday evening, Vishal said, ‘I was a raw clay in the hands of Bala. He moulded me a star in Avan Ivan.’
Though Vishal did not reveal the title, some sources say the film has been re-titled Vedi. The film is a remake of Telugu hit Sowryam and it stars Sameera Reddy opposite him.
Playing a squint-eyed youth all through the film is no easy task, Vishal says and adds, ‘I did the movie thinking that it is my last film. I was ready for any risk. Bala guided me well and the result was there to be seen on the screen’. Vishal said, ‘ it was no easy task to work in Bala’s films. He demands a lot. But the final output would be amazing’. I feel that I have been re-introduced as an actor in Avan Ivan, he adds. Meanwhile, Vishal is confident that his forthcoming film, being directed by Prabhudeva, will make it big. Tentatively titled Prabhakaran, it has Vishal and Sameera Reddy in lead roles.
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Events
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Chinnappa Devar’ Grand Son Reception
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Actor Karthi Wedding
The wedding reception of Karthi Sivakumar and Ranjini in a posh hotel in Chennai on Thursday evening was the cynosure of all eyes as who’s who of Tamil film fraternity took part in large numbers. Among those who attended the event include Tamilnadu Chief Minister J Jayalalithaa, DMK leader M K Stalin, political leader Vaiko, veteran actors SSR, Vyjayanthamali, Jayachitra, directors, producers and music composers. On Sunday last, Karthi tied the knot to Ranjini, a native of Erode and a former student of Stella Maris College in Chennai, at CODISSIA Trade Complex in Coimbatore. Karthi’s brother Suriya and his father Sivakumnar played a perfect host welcoming the guests at both the events- wedding and reception. The actor’s sisterin-law Jyothika too was busy attending the guests.
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Actor Karthi Reception
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Director Selva Raghavan Wedding
Selva’s glitzy and grand affair
The wedding reception of director Selvaraghavan and Geethanjali at Mayor Ramanathan Chettiyar Hall in Chennai was a grand affair with who’s who of Tamil film fraternity taking part in large numbers. Selvaraghavan married Geethanjali (daughter of former Tamilnadu Advocate General P S Raman) on Sunday. The couple hosted a reception on Monday evening. Among those attended the reception include former Chief Minister M Karunanidhi, fomer Deputy Chief Minister M K Stalin, Chief Justice of Madras High Court Iqbal, High Court Judges and police officials. Prominent film personalities who attended the reception include film directors K Balachander, Mani Ratnam, Vasanth, veteran actress Jayachitra, producers L Suresh, Ramkumar, K Muralidharan, Allu Aravind, Dhananjayan, actors Jayam Ravi, Parthiban, Sundar C, Abbas, actresses Suhasini, Gouthami, Kasthuri and Manorama among others. WWW.CINEMAMATTERS.COM
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Director Selva Raghavan Wedding
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Chitralaya Gopu Sadabhishekam 80th Wedding
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Vaagai Sooda Vaa Audio Launch
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I am a bad man, says Ajith Finally Ajith has opened his heart out. After completing the shoot for his 50th film Mankatha, the Ultimate Star, says, ‘ Vinayak Mahadevan (the name of his character in Mankatha) is not an ordinary man. Money is all he’s interested in. What you will get to see is a very, very bad man in Vinayak.’. Mankatha is all about betting, with the game of cricket forming the backdrop. ‘In fact, when director Venkat Prabhu narrated the story to me, he said there were five characters in the film, all bad men and one guy who was the worst. I play that character; you can call him protagonist or antagonist.’ The Thala adds: ‘He has in him that villainous streak that would probably make you recoil. After a long time in my career, I thoroughly enjoyed doing this role. I’ve put in my best and in the process, understood the value of hard work’. On shooting for Billa 2, a prequel to his earlier release Billa, Ajith says, ‘the very fact that we are making a prequel is unusual. Billa is a brand by now, more like a franchise. A lot of people would like to know where Billa came from. What led him to become Billa?’.
Billa begins big Ajith and director Chakri Toleti have commenced shooting for Billa 2 in Hyderabad today. This prequel is produced under the banner of Wide Angle Creations (led by George Pious and Suresh Balaje, son of producer-actor K Balaje, who produced the original Billa with Rajinikanth in 1980) and presented by Mumbai based Sunir Kheterpal, CEO of IN Entertainment (India) Limited, part of the Hinduja Group. Popular model Huma Qureshi, who has done ads for many leading brands, will play the love interest of David Billa in this film. Bollywood star Sudhanshu Pandey and Malayalam actor Manoj K Jayan will play prominent roles in Billa 2, made with a whopping budget of Rs 70 crore. Billa 2 is not a sequel, but is being designed as a prequel to Billa, which will focus on the journey of how David became Billa. Billa 2’s technical team includes cinematographer Hemant Chaturvedi, editor Sreekar Prasad and music director Yuvan Shankar Raja. WWW.CINEMAMATTERS.COM
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Prabhu Deva and Nayanthara made a visit to the temple town of Guruvayoor Wednesday. While the choreographerdirector went inside the Lord Krishna temple for prayers, Nayanthara waited patiently in the parked car, outside the temple.
Nayan, Prabhu spotted in Guruvayoor
Clad in a saffron dhoti and angavastaram, Prabhu Deva spent about half an hour in the temple. After the darshan, both Prabhu and Nayanthara drove down to the actress’ posh flat at Ariyanoor. It is said that they spent more than 15 minutes in the flat before heading out again. This is the first religious outing for the pair post Prabhu Deva’s divorce which came through on 7 July. A family court in Chennai declared invalid Prabhu Deva’s marriage with Ramalath aka Latha.
Prabhudeva Ramalath get divorce Finally a Family Court in Chennai has granted divorce for actorchoreographer Prabhudeva and his wife Ramalath. The married life of over 15 years has now come to end. The couple had sought divorce by mutual consent after Prabhudeva agreed to part with some property and cash. The news of Prabhu and Latha appearing in court was out by noon and a huge contingent of reporters from newspapers and channels were waiting outside to hear the verdict. Prabhu was seen calm and composed but refused to speak to the media. Now the question doing rounds in Kollywood is when will Prabhudeva and Nayantara will get married. The two had reportedly developed an affair while working for Villu. The movie directed by Prabhudeva had Vijay as hero and Nayanthara playing the heroine. WWW.CINEMAMATTERS.COM
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Kumki Movie Press Meet
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Neon Nagaram Audio Launch
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Ajmal Trio returns from Sri in Tollywood now Reemma Sen’s Lanka Ko seems to be taking Ajbold act Vikram Prabhu, son of veteran actor mal to places. He impressed Remma Sen will be seen in Ilavarasi, the Tamil version of her 2004 Bengali film Iti Srikanta. Remma plays a sex worker who was sold off by her parents to a wealthy landlord. The movie was in news for its explicit sex scenes when it was released in Bengali.The film has also bagged awards for Sound Effects and Art Direction. Ilavarasi, which has got an A certificate due to its bold scenes, is set to hit the theatres soon. Reemma Sen was last seen in Ayirathil Oruvan.
one and all playing a role with negative shades in Ko opposite Jiiva. The movie released in Telugu as Rangam was a big hit and Ajmal won fans there too.
Now he is all set to make his debut in Telugu by playing a villain once again. Ajmal will star in the negative role opposite Ram Charan Teja for a Telugu film titled Rachcha, an out-andout commercial entertainer directed by Sampath Nandi with Tamannaah as the heroine. ‘I have a good market in the Telugu industry, post the phenomenal success in Ko. I am looking forward to playing a baddie once again,’ Ajmal said. Rachcha is produced by Paras Jain and N V Prasad under the banner of Mega Super Good Films. Meanwhile, in Tamil, Ajmal is getting plenty of offers. The actor is shooting for a couple of films and is keeping his fingers crossed on signing new projects in Kollywood.
Prabhu and grandson of thespian Sivaji Ganesan, is making his debut as hero in Prabhu Solomon’s Kumki. Says the young actor, ‘It all happened in about 45 days. I approached Prabhu Solomon, when I heard that he was looking for a new face for his next film. And everything started off from there.’ Elaborating on his role in the movie, he says, ‘The title of the film Kumki (the common term used for captive, trained elephants), is named after the protagonist. As the tagline of the film suggests - ‘A wild love story’ - the movie is about the friendship between a man and an animal - Kumki and his elephant, Kuzhandhai.’ Apparently, the original name of the elephant is Mahadevan and has been brought down from Trichur. ‘Kumki’ is yet another research-based film by Prabu Solomon, as a campaign of sorts to save the elephants. ‘This animal, of late, has been in bad light owing to incidents like straying into villages and violent attacks and killings on inmates. The film will change the whole idea,’ he avers.
Trio returns from Sri Lanka
Playback singers Mano, Suchitra and Krish, who had been to Sri Lanka for a cultural show returned in a huff from the island nation. The trio was sup posed to perform in Kilinochi for a musical show for Tamils. As they reached Lanka, they were informed that it was a show for the cause of local elections in which Lankan President Mahindra Rakapakse is contest ing. A section of Tamils had sent a fax to Nadigar Sangam to call them back to Chennai. Following which, the trio as asked to return back. The three stated that they left to Sri Lanka thinking that they were there to perform for troubled Tamils. But when they came to know the real reason, they chose to return back. According to reports, the three were persuaded by the local ministers to stay back and perform at the show and they were promised to be dropped by government helicopter. However they chose to return without staging the show. WWW.CINEMAMATTERS.COM
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More troubles for Kalanithi Maran
Chennai city Police Commissioner J K Tripathy has said a special team has been formed to probe the complaints that were lodged against Sun TV Net work, led by Kalanithi Maran. The top cop said a lot of complaints have been received against the media group, especially on Sun Pictures, its film produc tion and distribution arm. In the event, a special team has now been formed to look specifically into all the allegations. Srikanth is reportedly out ‘We are thoroughly investigating all the allega tions. A special police team has bee formed,’ the of director Kathir’s comeback film Kodai Vidumurai. city police chief said. The director, who made romantic films like Idhayam There are rumours that Saxena, COO, Sun Pictures, may be booked under and Kadhalar Dhinam, is all Goondas Act. Saxena was arrested on July 3 following a cheating complaint from a distributor. From that moment, it is raining allegations against Sun Pic set to direct Kodai Vidumurai. tures and its heads. The film will go on floors by the end of July. Vaali will be penning the lyrics. The rest of the cast and crew will be finalised in a week’s time, Kathir had said at the time of the film’s launch last month. Srikanth was part of the Having made a name for himself with project. But now, the actor Actor-director R Parthiban, movies harping on emotional themes has decided to move out of who was last seen in Aayirathil with ‘rib-tickling comedy’, director the film. Srikanth, said, ‘I Oruvan, is ready with Vithagan. Vikraman is back to spread smile on the He plays a super cop in the film am not doing the film only faces of audience. because I could not accomthat would hit the screens in Vikraman, the man behind successmodate the dates.’ August. ful ventures like Pudhu Vasantham, Written and directed by Sooriyavamsam and Unnidathil Ennai Parthiban, the movie is proKoduthen, is back with a romantic story duced by Seventh Channel laced with ‘abundant humour’ to enManickam Narayanan. thrall audience. It has aptly been titled Poorna is the heroine. Milind Illamai Naatkal. Soman is cast as villain in the It’s not my story The movie has a huge star cast. Direcfilm and director Gautham tor Boopathi Pandian’s brother Arjun Vasudev Menon has dubbed for Sonia Prabhu is playing the lead role along him. Joshua Sridhar of Kadhal Sonia is geared up for Oru with seven youngsters and Theneer fame is the music director. Buzz Nadigayin Vaakumolam, Viduthi fame Reshmi is the heroine. is that plans are on to release her comeback movie in According to Vikraman, ‘the film will the film in August. Kollywood.‘Director Radeal about an untold love story. It has jkrishna’s script is engrossbeen more than two decades since ing and close to real life’, she says, denying reports that the film I stepped into the industry. Ilamai is the story of her life. ‘No. It’s a fictitious report. But I’m sure a Naatkal will be totally different from lot of actresses would be able to connect to at least one episode in my earlier ventures.’ the film,’ she says.She further adds, ‘The film is not controversial Expectations are high on the movie as in nature. We are not taking names or bringing to life any real Vikraman re-enters tinsel town again actress’s personal experience. It’s a very simple script. When you after a long gap. His last was Chennai are an actress, you are being treated differently from others. The Kadhal starring Bharath and Genelia. movie will elaborate on these issues,’
Vithagan Vikraman at it again from August
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Pathinettan Kudi Audio Launch
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Actor Ravichandran Dead
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Suriya to Start
-Maatran soon
Suriya is all set to start his highly-anticipated film Maatran soon, now that his brother Karthi’s marriage is over. The movie starring Suriya and Kajal Agarwal will go on floors in Chennai. ‘Suriya will join me in the third week of this month and I intend to begin shooting in the city, with a few scenes which will be filmed at different areas. The film’s backdrop will not be confined to a single set. Nor will we be starting by shooting a song abroad, as was rumoured’, says K V Anand, the director. Suriya will appear in five different looks. Basically, Suriya will sport a single look and all the other get-ups will be done in a blue-mat using various filters, sources say. Produced by AGS Entertainments, the movie has music by Harris Jeyaraj. WWW.CINEMAMATTERS.COM
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Kajal unplugged on Singham Kajal Agarwal is flying high for her maiden Hindi venture Singham with Ajay Devgan is ready for release. An ecstatic Kajal says, ‘All is well with Singham, I am thrilled about the movie.’ On her future plans, she says, ‘I will choose the best of what offers I get. I will strike a balance between South and Hindi cinema’. Kajal Agarwal is currently busy with a Telgu movie with Mahesh Babu and a Tamil film with Suriya (Maatran). Directed by Rohit Shetty, Singham, an action film, stars Ajay and Kajal in lead roles. It is releasing big all over Indian on July 22. ‘Singham came my way when I was shooting for a Telugu film of mine in Hyderabad. At that time Rohit had seen Magadheera which is a very big Telegu film. He liked me and my role in the movie,’ Kajal said.
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Siddharth had left his mark in Rang De Basanti and Striker in Bollywood before. He is all set to star in another Bollywood film soon. The actor will play a prominent role in the remake of 1981 cult comedy Chashme Buddoor, to be directed by David Dhawan. Siddharth will play the role that was immortalised by late actor Ravi Baswani in the original. ‘I am thrilled to confirm that I will be doing David Dhawan’s next film. Davidji is a very dear friend and I respect him a lot. Can’t wait,’ Siddharth tweeted.
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Amala Paul in Mysskin’s movie? Director Mysskin is all set to do Mugamoodi, Tamil cinema’s first super hero movie starring Jiiva. Anjathae fame Narain will be playing a negative role. The latest buzz doing rounds in the industry is that Amala Paul has been roped in as Jiiva’s heroine in Mugamoodi, which will be presented by UTV in Tamil. The film is expected to go on floors in September 2011. Amala Paul won the admiration of many playing the female lead in Mynaa. She is awaiting the release of Deiva Thirumagal alongside Vikram and is acting in Lingusamy’s Vettai and another movie titled Muppozhudhum Un Karpanaigal. Myskkin has completed the script and story and is eager to go for shoot Mugamoodi. The movie was supposed to feature Arya in the lead initially.
Next big in Kollywood? She started with a realistic portrayal in Mynaa and followed it up with a meaty role in Deiva Thirumagal. With accolades pouring in for her dignfied performance in Deiva Thirumagal, Amala Paul is smiling wide. The dusky actress is eagerly awaiting the release of Vettai in which she is paired oposite Arya. Directed by Lingusamy, the movie is touted for release soon. In addition, she is sharing the screen with Atharva in a film titled Muppozhudhum Un Karpanaigal, which she hopes would take her to new heights. Amala Paul is flooded with offers from Malayalam amd Telugu. But she is taking cautious steps. Says the Mynaa girl, ‘I want to take one project at a time. I am in no hurry. For me, quality matters the most than quantity’.
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Dhanush back to business Dhanush’s Venghai, directed by Hari may not have opened big at the box office. But that has not enthused his spirits. The National award winning actor is cheered up for his father-in-law and Superstar of Tamil cinema Rajinikanth’s return from Singapore after recovering from kidney-related ailment.
ies t n a hm a R Rahman goes h t i w p u stronger a t i k n A The Mozart of Madras A Pantaloons Femina Miss India-InternaR Rahman is going stronger day after day. The double Oscar winner is all set to perform at the prestigious Hollywood Bowl this week (10 July) along with the LA Philharmonic.
The actor has tweeted - Ahhh !! Finally , the king is back ! and life is beautiful again ! God bless the king. God bless. Meanwhile, the actor has resumed shooting for his brother Selvaraghavan’s film Irandam Ulagam. He tweeted ‘Resumed selva s final schedule ! Tough level of acting ! Will do my best :) ‘
tional 2011, Ankita Shorey, is playing Irandam Ulagam stars Dhanush and the lead in Oscar-Grammy winner A Richa Gangopadhyaya in lead roles. It R Rahman’s latest music video, titled, has music by G V Prakash and marketed Baari Hamaari Hai. by UTV Motion Pictures.
According to reports, the video, which features Rahman in a funky new avatar has Ankita playing an uber talented ‘This is a very special con- modern and trendy girl. ‘I am so happy cert for us, because nor- to team up with a maestro like Rahman,’ mally when I do concerts says the beauty queen with a big smile. and tours, we do all the movie songs and extrava- Throwing light on the video, she says, ganza kind of stuff. But the ‘I had a great fun doing all sort of activconcept for all this is my ities. I performed Bharatanatyam and theme music and all my played volley ball. I did river rafting instrumental music and to and wore traditional attire. All in one play it with L.A. Philhar- video. I am thrilled.’ monic is just great,’ Rahman was quoted as saying. Heaping laurels on Rahman, she says, ‘He is so humble and down to earth. I The Hollywood Bowl per- was amazed with his simplicity on the formance on Sunday will sets while shooting for the song. Somealso feature Karsh Kale, one who won the Oscars behaving like Rhythms of Rajasthan, this is just unbelievable. Hats off to Bollywood Step Dance him.’ and Sher Foundation. WWW.CINEMAMATTERS.COM
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Will Swathi make it big? Swathi was last seen in Subramaniapuram. Post the movie’s release, she emerged a name to reckon with in Tamil cinema. But she was very choosy. Now she is back in the hunt. The Tollywood girl will be playing one of the five leads in director-actor Samuthirakani’s directorial venture Porali, starring his friend and actor-director Sasikumar in the lead. In the film, Swathi will play the role of a city girl, who’s happy with her life and extremely independent. Porali revolves around the characters played by Sasikumar, Tollywood hero Allari Naresh, Swathi, Vasundhara and another girl, and will be narrated in a flashback mode. Swathi was last seen in Tamil playing a cameo as Jai’s wife in Kanimozhi. Samuthirakani is confident that the movie would make it big. He says, ‘ it is a different storyline and people would love it’.
Simran in Hollywood Reinforcing the bond between Indian Cinema and Hollywood, IIFA played host to two major Hollywood stars and previous Oscar winners, Hilary Swank and Cuba Gooding Jr. Commenting on this year’s IIFA celebrations, Hilary Swank said, India and Toronto have a special place in my heart. Hollywood and Indian cinema have to bring people together. I love all kinds of cinema and from all countries. I think Indian films are a lot of fun and are passionate. I believe in IIFA’s motto of ‘One People. One World.’ Other familiar faces that were seen at the IIFA Awards were those of South-Indian sensation Simran and the very prolific R Madhavan. Voted the most prolific actress with the diverse portfolio from the Indian Sub-continent by Forbes magazine in 1999, Simran looked absolutely stunning as she chatted backstage at the Floriana IIFA Awards with Hollywood biggie, Hilary Swank. WWW.CINEMAMATTERS.COM
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Ninaivil Nindraval Audio Launch
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Major Dasan Book Release
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Kamal finds his pair It seems it’s almost confimed that Priya Anand, who starred in Vaamanan and followed it up with an excellent portrayal in 180, is all set to play Kamal Haasan’s ladylove in Viswaroopam. According to sources in the know, the ambitious project starring Kamal Haasan in the lead role besides being directed by him, would go to floors very soon. Dabbang girl Sonakshi Sinha was supposed to play the heroine but she walked out at the last moment. Search is on for another heroine. Kamal Haasan has completed location hunt and songs too are ready. There is another heroine too. Once the other actress is finalised, he will resume shooting for the movie in abroad.
Meghana follows Angelina Jolie Meghna Raj is eagerly awaiting the release of Uyarthiru 420. The young girl hogged the limelight with Kadhal Solla Vandhen playing a homely role. In Uyarthiru 420, opposite lyricistSnehan. I play a and an independent Uyarthiru 420, Premanth, she says. ‘It’s is a role that is by Hollywood star Jolie. I watched many movies to prepare for it’, she adds. Meghna that doing was indeed a lenging task and enough rehearsal right. WWW.CINEMAMATTERS.COM
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Muran to release on Sept 5 UTV Films that has acquired the release rights of Cheran-Prasanna starrer Muran is planning a grand release on Sep-5.
The shooting for the movie is complete. Rajjan Madhav, son of acclaimed Malayalam music composer Raveendran, is the director. Rajjan’s brother Sajjan Madhav will compose its music. UTV Motion Pictures has acquired the release rights of the film recently. Cheran and Prasanna play the lead roles in the film that also features Jayaprakash, Haripriya, Nikhita and Prathap Pothan in prominent roles. Prasanna, who played a powerful role in Anjaathaey, will repeat the act in Muran. Rajjan Madhav has also penned the story, screenplay and dialogues for this film. Say sources it’s the story of two contrasting characters played by Prasanna and Cheran and the film would make a big impact.
Arjun to roar with Kaatu Puli Arjun, who has been in the industry for over 25 years, continues to charm lovers of action movies. His next film is Kaatu Puli, which is being made in Tamil, Telugu and Hindi. It is being directed by Tinu Verma, a popular choreographer from Bollywood. The film is sure to be a visual treat and is billed as a typical ‘jungle’ thriller, says Arjun. It has a huge star- cast and some of them are Rajneesh, Hanaua, Jahaan and Jennifer. Biyanka Desai plays Arjun’s love interest in the film. According to sources, the crew shot the film in the thick, dense forest areas near Talaikkonam. The 50-odd horses that the director has used for the shooting schedule faced the threat of leopards attacking them and had to be protected against such an attack. Desai plays a doctor in the film which also has former beauty queen Sayali Bhagat. ‘I am happy to be part of Kaatu Puli’, says Arjun.
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Harry Potter Premiere Show
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Deiva Thirumagal Preview Show
Deiva Thirumagal to release big Chiyaan Vikram’s much-awaited Deiva Thirumagal is all set to hit the screens tomorrow. The movie to be presented by UTV Productions, will release across Tamilnadu with maximum number of prints. Directed by A L Vijay, Deiva Thirumagal features Vikram, Anushka, Amala Paul and Santhanam in the cast. A young girl Sarah plays Vikram’s daughter in the movie. Vikram gives all credits to director Vijay. The actor says that the filmmaker has done a phenomenal job. ‘He is an epitome of sincerity and hardwork and enjoyed being part of such a thought provoking film.’ Adds Vikram, ‘Watch out for the performance by young Sarah. She has impressed one and all. Also Nirav Shah’s camera and G V ‘Prakash’s music is the highlight of the film’. Meanwhile on his part Anushka adds that it is a different film with more scope for her to perform. Heaping laurels on director Vijay, she says,’ Vijay is a director with good potential. He handles complex themes with ease. WWW.CINEMAMATTERS.COM
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Hansraj Saxena, senior executive of Sun Pictures was The Chennai City Police is expected to arrested on Sunday in connection with a complaint perfile more cases against Sun Pictures chief taining to cash transaction for a film involving the producoperating officer Hansraj Saxena, who was tion house, police said. arrested on Sunday on charges of cheating a film distributor. Chief Operating Officer Hansraj Saxena was arrested at the Chennai airport based on the complaint by a distributor who alleged that he was denied a part of the payment by the company Sources said Saxena, also named in the in connection with the purchase of Tamil film Theeratha Vilay- FIR pertaining to the attack on a Guindy hotel in 2010, may be arrested in another attu Pillai. case of film-related cheating. The Vishal-starrer was released last year. Sun Pictures is With regard to the case in which he was owned by Kalanithi Maran, brother of Union Minister Dayaarrested on Sunday, distributor T S Selnidhi Maran and Hansraj Saxena, a close aide of Kalanithi Maran, is the in-charge of the film production arm of the media varaj said he had been threatened after taking up distribution in the Salem area of conglomerate. Theeratha Vilayattu Pillai, starring Vishal, Producers ‘happy’ over for Rs 1.25 crore.
Saxena’s arrest
After Murugan, who was initially given distribution rights for the area, backed out The arrest of Sun Pictures COO Saxena has brought joy to a section of small and medium-budget film producers in Chennai. on seeing the rushes of the movie, Saxena called Selvaraj to take up the distribution ‘His arrest is a lesson for those who made money for satellite rights of the movie in the area. channels and ensured the film industry suffer huge losses. With the arrest, the film industry will now breath fresh and free,’ they Saxena given said, without revealing the name. They chose the occasion to thank Tamilnadu Chief Minister J Jayalalithaa At at few production houses, crackers were burnt to express their joy, according to reports. Saxena was arrested at the Chennai airport on Sunday with a complaint pertaining to cash transaction for the film Theeratha Vilayattu Pillai involving the production house.
48-hour police custory
Sun Pictures chief operating officer (COO) Hansraj Saxena has been given a two-day police custody following a petition by police to enquire him over complaints filed against him. The police had sought permission to keep him in custody for five days. However, a magistrate court in Saidapet, where he was produced Tuesday, allowed police to take Saxena to their custody for two days. Comedian Karunaas and a large number of Saxena’s colleagues were in the court complex. Saxena was arrested at the Chennai airport on Sunday following a complaint filed by a Salem-based distributor, who alleged that the Sun TV COO had cheated him to the tune of Rs.82.53 lakh.
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Saxena grilled by police
The Chennai city police have picked up two aides of Sun Pictures COO Hansraj Saxena in connection with the cheating case filed by a film distributor. Saxena’s personal assistant Thambidurai and Ayyappan, a film producer, were grilled for a couple of hours and let off with a directive to appear before the police whenever summoned. Saxena was also questioned, sources say. The police reportedly said Ayyappan had floated a film production unit, but acted as the right-hand man of Saxena in striking deals and getting money. KK Nagar police had on Sunday arrested Saxena on charges of cheating and criminal intimidation based on the complaint filed by film distributor T S Selvaraj of Salem. Selvaraj complained that Saxena threatened him when he approached Sun Pictures asking him to return Rs 82.53 lakh that he had paid for distribution rights.
Mappillai lands Saxena in fresh trouble
Film producer Nemichand Jhabak has filed a case against Sun Pictures COO Hansraj Saxena allegedly over the non-payment of money for his film Mappillai, which was presented by the latter. The police said Jhabak produced the movie Mappillai starring Dhanush and Hansika Motwani and had sold the film’s rights to Sun Pictures for Rs 17crore in 2010. Sun Pictures paid him the money but subsequently Saxena threatened Jhabak and made him return a portion of it. Sun Pictures allegedly forced him to return Rs 3.37 crore,saying the film didn’tdo as well as expected . Police registered a case against Saxena under Sections 386 (extortion by putting a person in fear of death), 420 (cheating), 406 (breach of trust) and 506 (ii) (criminal intimidation) of the Indian Penal Code. Saxena was first arrested by sthe K K Nagar police based on a complaint by film distributor T S Selvaraj, that he was cheated of Rs 82.53 lakh over the distribution of rights of the Tamil movie Theeratha Vilayattu Pillai. The police registered another case against Saxena based on the complaint by another distributor, Shanmugavelu. WWW.CINEMAMATTERS.COM
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Saxena faces more cases
A case of assault has been registered against Sun TV chief operating officer (COO) Hansraj Saxena and his associate, say sources.
More trouble for Saxena
Sun Pictures Chief Operating Officer Hansraj Saxena is in for more A Salem- based film distributor Shanmugavel had lodged the complaint troubles as the Chennai City Police at the K K Nagar Police Station. Based on it, police arrested Ayappan on Thursday slapped a fresh case and registered a case against the duo. of cheating against him, following a complaint from another film disSaxena is already in police custody and his bail came up for hearing tributor, Shanmugavelu of Salem. yesterday but was rejected by the judge. Meanwhile rumours are abuzz that more complaints may be filed against them by the producers and theatre-owners in the coming days.
Shanmugavelu of Murugan Films filed the complaint with K K Nagar Police in Chennai alleging that Saxena owed Rs 42 lakh to him and was intimidating him when he demanded its return, police said. The police custody for Saxena ended on Thursday and he was remanded to judicial custody, after he was produced in front of the Magistrate Court at Saidapet. Meanwhile, in a fresh trouble to Sun TV, Nithyananda’s aide filed a complaint with cops alleging that the channel had aired morphed images of their Guru with an actress with an aim to tarnish his image. They sought strict action against the channel .
Vijay Antony rocks It was three cheers for music composer Vijay Antony. His work for. Yuvan Yuvathi starring Bharath was launched in a simple manner in Chennai on Friday. Vijay Antony has composed seven tracks for this film directed by G N R Kumaravelan of Ninaithaley Inikkum fame. The music composer has himself crooned for two tracks- Oh my angel... and Kola kuthu... ‘Yuvan Yuvathi is a youthful entertainer. Bharath has given his best and we have shot the film extensively in abroad countries. The movie will be released this August’, says the director,Unlike my earlier ventures, Yuvan Yuvathi has a right mix of peppy and melodious music. I thank Kumaravel for it, says Vijay Antony. WWW.CINEMAMATTERS.COM
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(@realpreityzinta) 7/20/11 10:02 PM Spent da whole day babysitting my nieces & their friends! It was wonderful (as long as the ear plugs were on )Hats off 2 all babysitters :)
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Deiva Thirumagal is special: Vikram
Chiyaan Vikram says, ‘my desire to do challenging roles has given me courage to do Deiva Thirumagal’. Speaking at a promotional event in Chennai on Friday night to announce the release of the movie on 15 July, Vikram said, ‘it’s a complex role that of a youth with mental growth of a five-year-old boy. It was never easy. We did intense research and watched closely mentally-challenged at close quarters’. The movie stars Anushka, Amala Paul, Santhanam and Nasser in key roles. Adds Vikram, ‘not just me but also the likes of Anushka and Amala Paul did give their best. If the first half is filled with breezy humour,the latter part would be thrilling’. Crediting director Vijay for helping him do the role well, Vikram said, ‘it is an family entertainer that is set to appeal to all. It is an innovatiove attempt that is sure to rock’.
Amy Jackson, Vijay and Vikram Amy Jackson came and conquered the audience in Madrassapattinam. Directed by A L Vijay, she made a mark for herself playing Arya’s ladylove. She is all set to repeat the act with Vikram now. Buzz is that director Vijay will do a movie with Vikram soon after Deiva Thirumagal. The project will kickstart in November. ‘Yes, she might be doing the film,’ says director Vijay. ‘It will be an action thriller.’ Amy is currently busy with the Hindi remake of Vinaithaandi Varuvaayaa and a Malayalam flick titled Spanish Masala. While Vikram is curently busy working in Rajapattai and Karikalan. Meanwhile, Deiva Thirumagal will hit the screens on 15 July. WWW.CINEMAMATTERS.COM
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Rajini in Singapore - Special Photos
Ravikumar to meet Rajini
Now that Rajinikanth is doing good and is taking rest in Singapore, works are on to resume the shooting of Rana, the ambitious project of the Superstar. Sources have it that Rajinikanth has called Ravikumar to come to Singapore and discuss about the film’s developments with him. It may be recalled that the Superstar spoke over phone to Ravikumar recently and held detailed discussions. Following the new instruction from Rajini, the director is expected to go by this weekend to Singapore. Rana features Rajinikanth in triple roles and Deepika Padukone as heroine. Music is by A R Rahman. The actor after his discharge from the hospital is starying at an apartment in SIngapore. The mansion has fool proof security with all medical facilities. He would be staying there for periodic check ups. Meanwhile, Kollywood is gearing up to welcome Rajinikanth in a big way once he returns from Singapore. Also the actor is expected to call on Tamilnadu Chief Ministert J Jayalalithaa and plans are also there to meet DMK leader M Karunanidhi on his return. WWW.CINEMAMATTERS.COM
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Rajinikanth has Arrived in Chennai
‘Thalaivar’ back in Chennai Over 4000 fans thronged at the Chennai airport to welcome
Superstar Rajinikanth as he landed in the city after recuperating from kidney-related ailment in Singapore. Rajini reached Chennai on Wednesday night (10 pm) accompanied by his wife Latha and daughters Soundarya and Aishwarya. There was tight security all over the airport premises.
As soon as Rajinikanth got down from the car at the VIP entrance and waved his hands and expressed his gratitude to his fans for their love and affection, all hell broke loose.Fans thronged in front of his car to catch a glimpse of the actor. A patient Rajinikanth quietly smiled. However, police had to resort to a mild lathi charge to clear the way. As the car of Rajinikanth reached the entrance of the VIP entrance, the fans shouted slogans hailing the Superstar and there were some anxious moments. They burst crackers. There was an air of enthusiasm as music was played and songs of Rajinikanth was sung loud. Fans were busy seen clicking images of the ‘thalaivar’ on their mobile phones.The actor who was spotted with a beard in white shirt and black trousers left in his car to his house at Poes Garden. After taking rest for a month, he might resume shooting for Raana after discussions with director K S Ravikumar. WWW.CINEMAMATTERS.COM
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Tamilnadu Film Director’s Union Press Meet
Ameer to handle things
With director Bharathiraja, who was elected as president of Tamil Film Director Association, not keen on assuming the charge citing personal problems, the baton is now passed on to director Ameer, who was elected as general secretary. Interestingly Ameer was initially contesting against Bharathiraja and a last minute patch up meant both fighting the polls in one team. Apparently annoyed, Bharathiraja has chose to stay away from the union after his election. Ameer, who assumed charged on Wednesday, said, ‘I will strive for the betterment of the association. I want to bring light in the lives of assistant directors’. He also announced that the association would conduct a four-month course of film direction along with a popular college in Chennai’ However the news of Bharathiraja opting out of the association activities has let loose many speculations and rumours.
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Director Union Swearing Ceremony
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s i l o a g m a K y to d a re Anushka spills the beans on her co-stars
Kamal Haasan, who is donning the hat of director too in his forthcoming venture Viswaroopam, is set to commence the shoot soon. Buzz is that the Universal Hero has completed penning the script and story. He Anushka is perhaps one rare acseems to have completed the location hunt tress in south Indian cinema to combine glamour with performtoo. ance-oriented roles. The movie was initially supposed to be directed by Selvaraghavan. But he was busy with She made her debut in Rendu opIrandam Ulagam starring Dhanush and hence posite Madhavan and followed it up he opted out. Following this, Kamal Haasan has with Vettaikaran opposite Vijay and taken it his stride to direct the movie. Touted to Singham opposite Suriya. Now be a big-budgeted venture, Viswaroopam is ex- she awaits the release of Deiva pected to go on floors later next month. Plans Thirumagal with Vikram. are on to to shoot the movie with state-ofSays Anushka, on her cothe-art technology and shooting would stars, 'in Vettaikaran, I shared be held in London and Canada. the screen with Vijay. He is a great human being and is With Manmadhan Ambu down-to-earth. He has potennot doing well at the tial that is yet to be tapped. In box office, Kamal Singham, my co-star was SuriHaasan is keen to ya. He is a doting father, adoramake Viswaroopam ble hubby and a devout son. He count. It features Kamal Haasan in the role of a retired major. All combines all things well. As eyes are now on Viswaroopam, which far as Vikram is concerned, he is serious about his job. He is would be completed soon. an actor whose instincts rubs on his co-stars'. She says, ' pick and choose my movies with care. I don't want to hurry. For an actress to get a meaty role is rare. I consider myself blessed for I have got many in my career so far'. WWW.CINEMAMATTERS.COM
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I love my papa, says Anushka Anushka is happy with Deiva Thirumagal’s response in theatres. She says, ‘the film reminded me of my relationship with my father and the love he showers on me’. ‘I understand Tamil and can speak very well. I would love to dub for my films. In fact, Vijay wanted me to dub for Deiva Thirumagal as well,’ she reveals. On her role as an advocate in the film, she says, ‘rarely does an actress get such powerful roles these days. I consider myself blessed to have bagged this one.’ Anushka says whoever watched the movie appreciated her performance. She saw the film at a packed house in Dubai. Heaping laurels on Vikram, the protagonist, and Vijay, the director, she says, ‘They are great colleagues. The success of all our hard work was visible on screen’
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CM at Sivakumar’s House to Karthi Ranjini
Tamilnadu Chief Minister J Jayalalithaa, who could not attend the wedding reception of veteran actor Sivakumar’s son Karthi with Ranjani at a posh hotel in Chennai on Thursday, chose to visit their house in T Nagar and greet the couple. Jayalalithaa blessed Karthi SIvakumar and Ranjani and expressed her heartfelt wishes to them. Among those who attended the reception on Thursday include former Deputy Chief Minister M K Stalin, Communist leaders Nallakannu, Mahendran, producers AVM Saravanan, M S Guhan, S Suresh, Muktha Srinivasan, K Balu, Thiruppur Mani, directors K Balachander, Manirathinam, Karu Pazhanippan, Parthiban, actors Sathyaraj, Vijay, Bharath, Jai, Anu Mohan, Vivekh, Santhanam, actresses Sri Priya, Lakshmi, Shobana, Jayachitra, Manorama among others. On Sunday last, Karthi tied the knot to Ranjini at CODISSIA Trade Complex in Coimbatore. The venue was turned into a palatial theme in oval shape by art director D Chandirrasekar. ‘I chose the Greek style to complete the olive green-dull gold look inspired by the wedding card,’ he said.
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Dr. Mangalampalli Balamurali Krishna - 81th B-day
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Prabhu and Arun Pandian at TNBSA
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I want to entertain people: Mankatha to come before Velayudham Ajith Ajith is geared up for the release of his 50th film Good news for Ajith fans. The Ultimate Star’s Mankatha, directed by Venkat Prabhu and produced by 50th film Mankatha will hit the screens a couple of weeks before Vijay’s Velayudham. There Dayanidhi Alagiri. would be no showdown between them. Both As an actor my primary responsibility is to entertain Velayudham, directed by Jayam Raja, and Ajith and nothing else, says the Ultimate Star, who has started starrer Mankatha will hit the screens in August. shooting for his next Billa 2.With the actor doing actionfilled films in the recent past, Ajith says that if he comes Velayudham stars Genelia and Hansika Motwani across a romantic movie with right script, he is game for as heroines, while Trisha and Lakshmi Rai form part of Mankatha. Produced by Aascar Ravichanit daran, plans are on to release Velayudham on 31 Says Ajith, ‘I have done films of different genres. Some August. There are 15 villains and 30 comedians have done well, some have not. Again time is the answer. in the film. When the time is good, everything falls into place. RoMeanwhile sources say that Mankatha, directed mantic film? I’ll do it when I find a good script!’. by Venkat Prabhu and produced by Dayanidhi Queried whether he would make whirlwind tour to pro- Alagiri will come early - 19 August. The movie mote his film Mankatha, Ajith says, ‘A good film is good will be released in a big way for it is Ajith’s 50th publicity or promotion by itself. As far as Mankatha is film. WWW.CINEMAMATTERS.COM
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Jiiva, Jayam Ravi to come together Director Jananathan, who won the National award for Iyarkai and made a name for himself directing Jayam Ravi for Peranmai, is bringing two big stars of Kollywood together.
Jananathan, who was elected as the treasurer of the Tamil Film Directors Association recently, will be directing Jayam Ravi and Jiiva for his next untitled flick. Jayam Ravi worked with the director in Peranmai and Jiiva did E with him. The director said that he shared an excellent rapport with both actors and he had promised both that he will work with them again. The film will be an action entertainer that will be fast and racy. The movie would be made simultaneously in Tamil and Telugu. Search is on for the heroines. WWW.CINEMAMATTERS.COM
Obama comes to Kollywood
National-award winner Janaki Viswanathan has come out with a movie titled Om Obama.Produced by Shruthika Foundation Om Obama is a seriously funny film on Kedarapalayam, a village that is looking forward to host the US President. The story unravels before a bemused American journalist who arrives in the village to document. ‘Om Obama is an unconventional film that has various sub-plots including romance, grassroots politics, panchayat elections and others. The news about Obama’s arrival spreads like fire and the entire village awaits the arrival of Barack Obama,’ says the director. She adds: The villagers hold high hopes that Obama would help in the economic transformation of the village. Every sub-plot in the film has an issue and the only solution to every issue is Obama’s arrival. The movie has music by Paul J and it features Jamie Pierson, Ko Vi Manisekaran, Jaya Rao, Hariharasudhan and Reshmi Menon. 72
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Arun Vijay’s Thadaiyara Thakka is directed by Magizh Thirumeni. Mamta tweeted: ‘I’m gonna do a Tamil film.The third in my entire career. It’s called Thadaiyara Thaaka directed by Magizh who assisted Gautam Menon.’ The film has another heroine in new girl Rakul Preet Singh. Recently, irked about the ‘unceremonious walk out’ of Prachi Desai from Thadayara Thaakka, the film’s protagonist Arun Vijay and producers Feather Touch Entertainment have sent a legal notice to the actress.
Vijay thanks UTV
Court gives relief to Kamal The Supreme Court gave relief to Kamal Hassan in an income tax case by rejecting the petition filed by the government regarding transfer of overseas telecast rights of his film Kuruthi Punal.
After the exit of Prachi Desai from Thadayara Thakka opposite Arun Vijay, it’s now Mamta Mohandoss who has taken up the task.
Thanking UTV for coming forward to release Deiva Thirumagal in a big way on 15 July, director A L Vijay said, ‘Deiva Thirumagal will floor the audience’.
Mamta in place of Prachi Desai
The notice sent to Prachi Desai alleges that she had forced the production house to incur huge losses due to her opting out of the movie. Besides asking her to return the signing amount, the notice says Stating that it is a Vikram specA three-judge bench headed by the production house were profes- tatcle, the director told reporters Chief Justice S H Kapadia dis- sional in its dealing from the very in Chennai Friday night, ‘we have missed the petition filed by the beginning. tried a different genre of commerIncome Tax department in 2007 cial film. I hope it has come good’. against Kamal Hassan. The movie is more a tale on relaEarlier, the Supreme Court had tionship between father and daughissued a notice to Kamal Hassan ter (Vikram and Sarah). She has on November 2007. The actor had given her best matching Vikram in claimed Income Tax deductions every scene. in a matter related to transfer of overseas telecast rights of Kuruthi ‘Though I have drawn inspiration Punal. from people whom I have seen in my life and some films for referThe Income Tax department had ence, Deiva Thirumagal will be moved after the Income Tax Aporiginal and authetnic’. pellate Tribunal and the Madras High Court gave orders in favour of Kamal Hassan. The Tribunal All including Anushka, Amala and the High Court had observed Paul, Nasser and Santhanam have that transfer of telecast rights could excelled, he said and added, ‘the be described as an article or thing movie will open new vistas in within the meaning of ‘goods’ and Tamil cinema. It is a sincere and ‘merchandise.’ honest attempt by us’. WWW.CINEMAMATTERS.COM
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Celebrity Tweets
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(@dirvenkatprabhu) 7/21/11 10:59 AM Mankatha master cd ready guys!! Reaching sony tomorrow!! Whatta relief!!! So very very soon it’s “Machi open da bottle” time!!
(@dhayaalagiri) 7/17/11 6:14 AM Mankatha team is not delaying the audio release wantedly ! Work is goin ‘Mankatha is a Thriller’ Good news for Ajith fans. Director Prashanth’s Mambattiyan, directed by his on day n Venkat Prabhu has said, ‘Mankatha father Thiagarajan will it the screens this night ! We don gain is a serious thriller that will be fast July. anything - paced and absolutely furious’. ! Prashanth plays the title role made popu- by delayin it The movie produced by Dayani- lar by his father about two decades ago. UNDERSTAND ! dhi Alagiri’s Cloud Nine Movies Meera Jasmine plays his ladylove. is interestingly Ajith’s 50th film. The movie has Prakash Raj and Mumaith (@geneliad) 7/20/11 7:23 PM Besides Ajith, the film features Tri- Khan doing important characters. My bro wrks 4 cnbc n 2day sha, Lakshmi Rai, Vaibhav, Premji ws d 1st time I saw him Amaran among others. Plans are on to release Mambattiyan on tv givin hs simultaneously in Telugu as Debuli as Says Venkat Prabhu, ‘Mankatha is Prashanth has a good number of audience link,almost felt lik my a serious thriller that will be fast - and fans in Andhra Pradesh as well. 1st film, paced and absolutely furious’. super super proud of He added that he has added sprinhim cant evn kles of comedy to ease the tension explain a little but overall it is a tense dra-
Prashanth all geared up
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The director also said that this film is unlike anything Ajith has done so far. His fans will be seeing their Ajith in a very different character.
(@Raja_Yuvan) 7/20/11 6:40 AM The reason for the delay in mankatha audio is we had to scrap 1 tune n record a fresh 1.
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Sasikumar Malayalam Film Masters Launch
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Padmasri Chittoor V Nagayya Memorial Trust
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Thambi Vettothi Sundaram Audio Launch
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Rowthiram Audio Launch
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Kushboo fractures her leg Actress Kushboo sustained fracture in her left leg, while she was shooting for a Malayalam movie, titled Mr Marumagan, in Kochi on Friday. The actress-cum-politician sustained fracture when a staircase set erected for the movie collapsed and she had a fall. She was rushed to a nearby hospital and doctors advised her two week’s rest. Mr Marumagan stars Dileep in lead role with Kushboo play ing his mother-in-law. The shooting was cancelled following the mishap. The popular actress last year joined the DMK and campaigned vigorously for the party in the just-concluded Assembly elections in Tamilnadu.
Vijayakanth’s son to act Buzz is that actor and politician Vijayakanth’s younger son Shanmuga Pandian, who is ready for a jump in Kollywood, will make his debut with director Boopathy Pandian’s film. Shanmuga Pandian is taking dance classes and martial arts training now. And Vijaykanth’s wife Premalatha was busy searching for a script for her son’s debut. The latest news doing rounds is Vijayakanth was highly impressed with a comedy entertainer narrated by director Bhoopathy Pandian. To be produced by Captain Cine Creations, the movie would go to floors very soon and a top heroine is reportedly been roped in to play the female lead.
(@suchisays) 7/21/11 8:09 AM we went, we didn’t perform, we came back. it was tough-on their turf, looking the govt in the face and opting out of the gig. 7/21/11 8:11 AM our decision was professional - all we knew was it was a stadium opening. research validated it. everybody ‘concerned’ happily let us go. WWW.CINEMAMATTERS.COM
7/21/11 8:13 AM within an hour, while we were waiting to board our flight to kilonochchi, we got calls, threats, media reports... 7/21/11 8:14 AM all three of us, unanimously decided NOT to go, NOT to perform. The SL Govt respected our decision, brought us back to the hotel 7/21/11 8:15 AM we got on to the earliest flight bk, and we’re all in chennai now. thats the story! any questions? :) 80
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Simbu, Salman & Six-Pack Salman Khan did it for Dabbang. Why not Silambarasan for the Tamil remake of the movie? Yes. Sources say that STR aka Simbu is planning to work out six-pack abs for Vosthi, directed by Dharani. According to sources, Dharani has requested the look from Simbu so that he could well suit for the role of a policeman in the film. It is the character of a fit and fine comical cop, who at the same time is corrupt. Simbu, we learn, has changed his food habits (even his life style) and hits the gym hard daily and practising yoga with prescribed food by trainers, all to get his look right for Vosthi. Right now Vosthi shooting is progressing in Mysore where few important scenes are being canned. Simbu plays Salman’s role of Chulbul Pandey from Dabangg. Meanwhile, the actor has wrapped up the shoot for Poda Podi and will soon resume Vettai Mannan.
AVM to release Mudhal Idam AVM, the famed production house which has been in existence for over five decades, will be releasing its next venture Mudhal Idam next month. Playing the lead role in the film is Vidharth of Mynaa fame. Heroine is Malluwood girl Kavitha Nair. Debutant R Kumaran has penned the story, screenplay, dialogues besides wielding the megaphone. The shooting has been completed. Also starring in the film are Mayilsamy, Appukutty, Mano Bala and Ponnambalam along with Kishore, who is playing a key role. The movie is said to be wholesome family entertainer with a fair share of love, comedy, action and other sentiments. Lyrics have been penned by Yugabharathi, Arivumathi and Kabilan while music has been composed by D Iman. Dilip Subbarayan has handled the stunts for the film. P Chelladurai has cranked the camera. Speaking about the movie, Kumaran, says, Mudhal Idam would entertain everyone. It has romance, humour and emotions. Songs have come really good. We have shot a major portion of the movie in Thanjavur and Kumbakonam. Thanking the producers A V M Saravanan and M S Guhan, he says, ‘they encouraged us to give our best’.
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Sivaji Film Release in Shanthi Theatre
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Sarath Kumar goes places Actor- politician Sarathkumar is busy man formance has been appreciated by one plays a transgender in the movie.
these days. He is thrilled that his perand all in Kanchana (Muni - 2). He
‘After nearly 128 films, for the first time it was very challenging,’ he says. which I’ve never done before, though earlier films.’
I play a transgender in this film and ‘It required a different body language, I have dressed up as a woman in my
‘No one should be alienated on the basis of gender in particular’, Sarath Kumar said. On Raghavendra Lawrence’s directorial skills, Sarath says, ‘for someone so young, Lawrence is amazing. I’m doing a Telugu film with him next.’ ‘My next in Tamil is Vidiyal where I play a dual character. I am also doing a Malayalam movie titled Achchante Aanmakkal where I play the lead role as a cop from Tamil Nadu who is investigating a case in Palaghat, Kerala. I will also be seen in a bilingual multi-starrer (Tamil and Malayalam), which will be a period flick. Besides, I’m doing my first Kannada film, Sarathy, for which I’ve dubbed in my own voice. I also wish to do a film in Hindi soon’, he adds.
S Ve Shekher’s son all happy Ashwin Shekher, son of multi-faceted actor S Ve Shekher, made his debut with a film titled Vegam. He now gears up for his second movie, director G V Agasthiya Bharati’s Ninaivil Ninraval. ‘An untold love story’, according to the makers, the movie also stars Keerthi Chawla and new face Gayathri. ‘Four years is a long gap, especially in movies. Luckily, people don’t seem to have forgotten me thanks to Vegam being screened on television quite a few times. I didn’t want to do any role that came my way and waited for the right script. When Agasthiya Bharati approached me with Ninaivil Ninraval, I felt the character offered enough scope to showcase my talent,’ he says. Ashwin adds: ‘I want to try a variety of characters. People who have seen Ninaivil Ninraval would say that my wait was well worth it. I wouldn’t want to be typecast in any particular genre and will always look for interesting roles’. WWW.CINEMAMATTERS.COM
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Trisha getting married? Rumours are abuzz in Kollywood that Trisha, who is currently acting in Mankatha in Tamil and Telugu film Bodyguard, will tie the knot soon. She has been in the industry for over eight years and acted opposite all top heroes including Kamal Haasan. The bubbly heroine sounded surprised to hear that ‘marriage’ rumours were making the rounds again. She says, ‘the reports are baseless! I will marry when I meet the right guy. And you (the media) will be the first to know when that happens. There’s nothing to hide.’
Trisha’s praise for Ajith Say Ajith, Trisha will smile. For he is one of her favourite heroes. Says Trisha, ‘Ajith is a nice co-star. Mankatha is is my third film with him (after Ji and Kireedam). He is honest and straightforward’. Happy to be part of Ajith’s 50th film (Mankatha), Trisha says, ‘I am doing the movie just for the sake of doing it. Frankly my desire to work with Venkat Prabhu and Ajith pushed me to sign for the film’. On her forthcoming Telugu venture Ganga the Bodyguard opposite Venkatesh, Trisha says, ‘It has an amazing role for the heroine, wherein she need not run around trees and romance the hero, but can perform. I am eager to see how it goes down with the audience in Andhra Pradesh.’ Rumours are abuzz that Trisha would soon be playing a meaty role in a Hindi movie after a good debut in Khatta Meetha alongside Akshay Kumar.
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Producer Council 32nd Year Celebration
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Vijay public meeting in Salem
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Vijay, Gautham come together
It’s made official now. The two happening names of Tamil cinema are finally coming together. Acclaimed filmmaker Gautham Vasudev Menon and ‘Ilaya Thalapathy’ Vijay will join forces for a movie early next year.
To be produced by Gautham’s Photon Kathaas Productions, the project is titled Yohan: Adhyayam Ondru. It comes with a tagline - Mission 1 : New York City. Sources close to the director say, it would be a typical Gautham Menon film on the lines of Vettaiyadu Vilayadu. Scoring music would be A R Rahman. Gautham had narrated a one-liner to Vijay and impressed with it, the actor has given a go ahead to do the film. The movie is expected for a release in Deepavali next year.
Sources say with Vijay clear about his political entry, he is keen on doing a movie with Seeman. The story narrated to Vijay has everything needed for a mass movie. The script touches up on land grabbing, corruption and heating in the society. There are enough political punchlines in the film that would appease Vijay fans, sources say. Vijay has reportedly suggested some corrections in the script and Seeman has agreed and incorporated them in the film. Buzz is that a search has begun for heroine. Vidyasagar may score the music. Seeman has plans to touch on the plight of Lankan Tamils too in the film. WWW.CINEMAMATTERS.COM
Vijay, Seeman ready for the race
It looks confrmed that Vijay would be doing before this ear-end a movie with director Seeman titled Pagalavan.
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Nandha is a tough cop
Nandha has got all the potential to make it big in Kollywood. Unfortunately luck is not favouring him.Though he had been part of many ventures before (like Kodambakkam, Urchagam), the actor is still waiting for a major break. And he is now confident that he would break the jinx with a film titled Vellore Mavattam. Nandha is gearing up for the release of Vellore Mavattam, a movie in which he plays a tough cop. Nandha dons a honest police offer, whose performance would be adored and admired by one and all. Meanwhile, after Kandein, Sri Selva Nayaki Movies is coming out with a film titled Thirupangal which will star Nandha and Andrea in the lead roles. Sources have it that the film would be an intense thriller laced with twists and turns at every scene.
Kamal Haasan is going all guns blazing to commence Viswaropam this August. He had been on a location hunt to the US, Canada and European countries, where he spotted some beautiful locations to shoot the film.
Selvaraghavan was initially supposed to direct the movie, but since he was busy with Irandam Ulagam, he chose to pull off from the venture and Kamal Haasan took charge of wielding the megaphone. Dabbang girl Sonakshi Sinha was initially cast as heroine, but she has reportedly walked out of the project. Search is on for a heroine and the chance might fall on Deepika Padukone’s lap.
Nandaa ready for big leap
Kamal’s location
To be directed by Kamal Haasan himself, the movie would be made at a huge cost of Rs 100 crore, say circles close to the ‘Ulaga Nayagan’.
Andrea, who is on a high after her performance in Pachaikiili Muthusaram and Ayirathil Oruvan, will be playing Nandha’s ladylove in the movie. It would have music by Vidyasagar. Goutham Kurup, who played the baddie in Kandhahar, plays the villain in this movie. Nandha was last seen in Ananthapurathu Veedu, produced by director Shankar.
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Nandaa is thrilled for his forthcoming film Vellore Mavattam is complete and ready for release. He plays a stylish cop who is adored and admired by people around him. The actor has just started work on director Sharada Ramanathan’s (of Sringaram fame) untitled film. Says Nandaa, ‘Sharada’s film is about an encounter with an abused child. I rescue the child and in the process my life takes a turn for the better.’ He adds: ‘This movie is being made with all the commercial ingredients without compromising on the aesthetic values that appeal international audience. Andrea Jeremiah and Surveen also feature in the film.’ Nandaa is confident that his forthcoming films will help him leave a mark. The movies have a scope for me to perform and they are conceived well, he adds.
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Mugamoodi from September It’s start, action, camera for Jiva - Mysskin from September. UTV’s Mysskin directed Mugamoodi with Jiiva playing the super hero will kick-start in the first week of September. Touted to be the first super hero subject in Tail cinema, the movie has hit the headlines after Jiiva’s climb to fame with Ko. Buzz is that the movie would be made in a huge budget by UTV and Myskin has penned the complete script keeping in mind Jiiva’s recent stardom status. Mysskin had an average outing so far this year with his last release Yuddham Sei witnessing a lukewarm response at the box office.
Jiiva is super cool: Tapsi
Jiiva is awaiting the release of Rowthiram, Vandhan Vendran and Nanban.
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After Aadukalam, young Tapsi is all set to sizzle the screen in Tamil with Vandhan Vendran. Directed by Kannan, the movie features Jiiva opposite her. Says Tapasi, ‘I played an Anglo Indian girl opposite Dhanush in Aadukalam. There were little Tamil dialogues for me in the film. But Vandhan Vendran is a different film. It is cool and is more commercial.’ She adds: ‘I have a meaty role to play. Unlike Aadukalam, I have a lot of Tamil dialogues in the movie. Kannan was patient and gave me enough freedom to get my act right. It has catchy songs, great visuals and a gripping storyline’. On her co-star Jiiva, she says, ‘He is cool. Jiiva, thpugh a big star in the industry is still down-to-earth. I really enjoyed working with him. He is very helpful in the sets’. Having done five films in Telugu, she says, ‘ the going is good. I have a different image in Tamil cinema. I am in no hurry to sign projects here. I am still waiting for a good script’. Tapsi concludes, ‘quality matters the most for me’. 90
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