Genelia takes to horse riding

Genelia D’Souza has taken up horse riding as she is required to do that for her new role in Santosh Sivan’s film period film Urmi. Genelia had been a state level athlete and national level football player in her school and college days.

The film Urmi is based in the 15th century and Genelia plays a Portuguese Princess and it will be a bilingual made in Tamil and Malayalam . Prithviraj is playing the male lead. The film is the story of a boy who wants to kill Vasco Da Gama, the first sailor to explore India.

Genelia is also said to be exploring new assignments in Bollywood and Tollywood. She is concentrating on her career and she is scouting for meaty roles that give her recognition.

Gowtham Menon's 'Sherlock Holmes’ From Apr 2011

First in book, later on screens: the mania of ‘Sherlock Holmes’ has been completely inevitable as it swings persistently over the top of global charts. Needless to mention, the recent release of ‘Sherlock Holmes’ had swept with record-breaking collections across all centres…

The buzzes on air are Gowtham Menon’s ‘Thuppariyum Anand’ will also be based on similar plot of detective-thriller set in backdrops of 1920s. It’s about a smart, intelligent detective and his assistant involved in a mission of trapping serial killers. But the process involves certain magical constraints as well.

If what we heard from the closer sources is believed to be true, British model Amy Jackson, who shot to fame with ‘Madharasapattinam’ maybe signed for the female lead role. Earlier, Gowtham Menon wanted to take off with Ajith Kumar playing the lead role, but has now declined with his interests over working with him

Sunaina busy on Vamsam promotional tour

The next-door girl like Sunaina who has received accolodes for her critically acclaimed performance in her recent release ‘Vamsam’ has been actively promoting the film. The actress has been on ‘after release promotional tour’ in Tamil Nadu,along with hero Arulnidhi, director Pandiraj and Ganjakarupu.

Sunaina on this promotional tour says, “I am enjoying every bit of the chaos. The entire team had worked really hard on the film and I had put in extra efforts to get the rustic look and body language right. I’m glad our hard work has been rewarded. The film has been received well by the audience and that’s definitely a good sign.”

“I’m literally living out of a suitcase these days as I have to tour one city after another

in a row” , she smiles.

The actress is currently having Kathirvel and Thiruthani on pipeline to be released.

Prabhu Deva And Nayanthara Marriage News

There is a buzz doing rounds in Tollywood that Nayanthara and Prabhu Deva may tie the nuptial knot sometime in December. The speculation about the couple’s marriage rose after Nayan declined to accept new film offers. The lady is currently acting in Boss Engira Baskaran and has not signed up any Tamil film. Likewise, she has completed her acting commitments in Kannada, Malayalam and Telugu films

Meanwhile, Prabhu Deva has signed up a Santosh Sivan film titled Urumi and is gearing up for the shooting which is slated to begin in Malshej Ghats.

Shruthi injured whilst shooting

Shruti Haasan, who is making her acting debut in Kollywood with Suriya starrer ‘7am Arivu’, got injured Sunday afternoon while shooting a stunt scene for the A R Murgadoss directed film.

The accident took place when the cast and crew of the Udhayanidhi Stalin’s production venture were shooting some ‘dangerous stunt scenes’ on the Velachery -Tambaram main road, on the outskirts of Chennai.

According to the daughter of ‘Ulaga Nayagan’ Kamal Hassan, the injury is on her elbow, and she is now taking rest. Suriya, on seeing her groaning in pain, immediately rushed to her side and helped a lot.

Shruti added saying “Suriya is a super supportive co-star ready with magic medication and lots of concern!”

Neeyum Naanum - Movie Review

Cast: Sanjeev, Sethna, Sampath, Manobala, Singamuthu

Direction: Solairaja

Music: K Sathya

Director Solairaja, who made many a popular serial on small screen, has tested waters in the tinsel town with a film that speaks about the egos, friendship and camaraderie among children.

Set in the backdrop of a dance competition between students, the movie harps about the innocence of children, their agony and frustration.

Though Solairaja has tried his hand at such an interesting theme, what the movie lacks is the way the director has executed it. It sounds clichéd and predictable at many places.

Sanjeev of ‘Kulir 100 Degree’ plays the lead role while debutant Chetna is cast as his ladylove. The film boasts of star cast that includes Sampath Kumar, Master Rinson, Master Sachin, Singamuthu, Nellai Siva and Manobala among others.

The movie begins in a school campus where Surya (Sanjeev) comes to join as aerobics instructor. The school is owned by Sampath (Sampath Kumar), the chairman of a group of educational institutions, and an influential man in town.

Surya develops affinity with Diya (Chetna), a relative of Sampath who is also a dance teacher there. Meanwhile, a poor boy Karthick (Rinson) manages to get admission in the school thanks to Surya.

An intelligent boy, he incurs the wrath of Siddharth (Sachin), son of chairman of the school who studies in the same class. Karthik's mother falls sick and he needs Rs. Five lakh to do surgery for her. Comes a dance contest carrying cash award of Rs 10 lakh which Karthik wants to do. Siddharth comes in between and poses hurdles.

Eventually with Surya's help Karthik gets admitted to another school. Surya, Karthi and others take it as challenge and prepare themselves for the competition. Meanwhile Diya walks out from the house to be with Surya. It’s finals between Siddharth and Karthik and the best wins.

The movie boasts of enough dance sequences. There are some fun elements in the form of children getting ready for dance contests. Sanjeev looks cool and suave while Chetna is okay. Sampathraj as usual does his job well. All the kids have played well.

Music by Sriram Vijay is good especially the theme music. Premshankar's cinematography is breezy. All said ‘Neeyum Nanum’ is like watching a dance contest on a television channel which impresses you in parts.

Kajal Agarwal is happy because Karthi has said that he likes her eyes and height

Kajal Agarwal is happy because Karthi has said that he likes her eyes and height. Kajal made her debut in the Tamil film Bommalattam. She is number one in Telugu. That is also one of the reasons for her happiness.

You are number one in Telugu. Now you are upcoming heroine in Tamil. How do you see this?

Number one depends on that how a film fairs at the box office. Since my Telugu film Magadheera was a super hit, my career graph rose. That’s all. I am also selecting a role in Tamil that will be spoken about. It is enough if I get a super hit film like that.

Here you will be facing stiff competition with actresses like Trisha, Thamanna and Asin?

Let it be. I will accept only the opportunities that come my way. I will not grab their offers. Moreover Thamanna and Asin are also beautiful.

Bharathiraja has the habit of keeping his heroine’s name beginning with R. Did he not change your name?

I don’t know. He has not asked me anything. I also did not change my name. Bharathiraja is a big legend. Bommalattam is a good experience.

How is Karthi?

Very friendly type. His brother and father are hit artists. In spite of this he keeps on telling that he is proud because he is acting with me. His humbleness will not be there in others. He is very sincere and soft. He keeps on praising me.

What do you think about rumours?

First I want to say one thing. There are no rumours about me so far. I will behave in the right manner with my co actors. I will not chat unnecessarily or send SMS. So there is no chance of rumours.

Is it true that you are acting Vijay in a film produced by Lingusamy?

It is nice to hear. I should have dates. We will see.

Sarath Kumar in Dhilip’s film

Sarath Kumar is doing an action hero role in the film produced by actor Dhilip. After the success of Pazhassi Raja, Sarath Kumar has become busy in Malayalam films.

Sarath Kumar who was acting in Malayalam films like Christian Brothers with Mohanlal and in the film Oridathaoru Postma is now been signed to do the lead role in the film Metro. This film is being produced by Dhilip under the banner Grand Productions.

Vyasan Edavanakad is directing this film. The director while speaking about this film said,” Sarath Kumar is donning the role of a police officer. Five new faces are also debuting in this film. This is an action film with a difference.”

VIJAY’S HIT AND VIKRAM’S MISS THIS DIWALI

Looks like Vijay will make it to the box-office for Diwali celebrations this November. His Kaavalan, remake of the Malayalam flick Bodyguard, is in the final stages of completion and is a sure shot for Diwali release according to production sources. Kaavalan is a comedy directed by Malayalam director Siddique and stars Asin opposite Vijay.

On the other hand, Vikram – Boopathy Pandian’s venture Vedi that was supposed to have been released for Diwali is more or less shelved and will not see the light of the day for Diwali. Point, in fact, is that the title Vedi is referential to the Diwali festival.

Harris Jayaraj is Busy with his upcomming projects

Kollywood’s prominent music director Harris Jayaraj is on a roll. The musician is currently busy with a series of projects: Ram Charan Tej-Genelia starrer Orange, K.V. Anand’s Ko, Prabhu Deva’s Ich (starring Jayam Ravi and Hansika Motwani), Suriya-A.R. Murugadoss’ 7Aum Arivu and the Hindi remake of Khakka Khakka, starring John Abraham and Deepika Padukone.

“The music of 3 Idiots will be done simultaneously in two languages (Tamil and Telugu). We are hoping to release the audio of Ko by October. But Ich and Orange will be out by next month,” he tweeted. “A full-fledged English track was recorded for Ich today with Emce Jayze, Kriss and Renaina. Hope it works for the film,” he added.

Nagaram Marupakkam:Thalainagarams sequel

The transition from an acclaimed director to an accomplished hero with a good track record was quite fast and smooth for Sundar.C.

The director turned actor who met success as the lead man in ‘Thalainagaram’, ‘Veerappu’, ‘Sandai’ , Ayudham Seivom’ and ‘Aindham Padai is soon to turn to directing again.

As he has already shown that he is equally good in front of the camera, he will be seen as a hero in a new movie ‘Nagaram Marupakkam’ directed by himself and produced by Avni Cinemax (P) Ltd, a banner owned by wife Khushbhu Sundar.

‘Siva Masaula Sakthi’ fame Anuya is playing the female lead role in ‘Nagaram Marupakkam’ which is said to be a sequel to ‘Thalainagaram’ in which Sundar C made his debut into acting as a hero.

Sundar.C while speaking about directing himself for the first time as a hero says, “I chose to direct a movie again because I don’t want the director in me to take a back seat thanks to my desire to stand in front of the camera. The decision to make a sequel to Thalainagaram was because the film was a turning point in my career and the story had the potential for a second part”.

Vijay's Fight Against Drug Peddlers

For sure, actor Vijay has decided to get away from his usual shades of fighting against the baddies for the sake of people. As a matter of fact, his upcoming film ‘Kaavalan’ doesn’t even contain single percentage of those aspects as it is touted to be a poignant romantic comedy. But a particular scene has Vijay taking on the baddies indulged in drug peddling at college campus.

The sequence was recently shot at VIT College in Vellore. According to the story, Asin and her friends feel embarrassed as Vijay keeps following her as bodyguard throughout the campus. She purposely gets him involved with group of students consuming narcotic drugs.

The film’s shooting is 95% completed and is expected to have audio launch during last week of September.

Ajith in Chandramuki-Part 2

It is well known that Rajini is one of the closest well wishers of Ajith. Even Ajith is very faithful to Rajini and takes his advice for all major decisions of his life. Now we hear that Thala has agreed to do a film on the advice of Super Star.

And the movie is also no less in reputation. Director Vasu had directed a Kannada movie 'Aaptharakshaka' which went on to become the biggest ever hit in Kannada cinema. 'Aaptharakshaka'was a sequel to 'Apthamithra' which was later remade in Tamil as Chandramukhi starring Super Star Rajnikanth.

P. Vasu was planning to remake the sequel film also in Tamil and looking for Rajnikanth to do it as well. Even the super star liked the movie after a special screening and news were abuzz saying Rajini has agreed to do the film. But it was some time ago and the Super Star got busy with Endhiran.

Now after a while the remake buzz is again afloat but with a twist. The news this time is that the Super Star has suggested Ajith to take up the film. Apparently Rajini has told Ajith that the film will fetch him a good name.

Ajith was expected to take up 'Billa-2'after 'Mangatha' but as things stand now he is likely to take up the P. Vasu film. We will keep you posted as and when things develop.

Jeeva’s ‘Ko’; a political thriller

It is well known that young hero Jeeva is playing a lead role in KV Anand’s forthcoming directorial ‘Ko’ which has Karthika as female lead.The film is currently progressing at its brisk pace and is nearing completion.

Sources say “The movie is a political thriller which will be racy from the word go. A major part of the shoot is over but for few scenes and a song. Anand and his team are planning to can the song in Norway on Jeeva and the film’s heroine Karthika, daughter of yesteryear heartthrob Radha.”

They further adds “Jeeva plays a photo journalist who clicks some sensitive things on his camera,” sources say and add: “The remaining story is an interesting cat and mouse game between Jeeva and villain Prakashraj.”

“Harris Jayaraj, who has joined hands with Anand after the blockbuster ‘Ayan’, has come out with scintillating numbers which will be released soon. On the whole, the film produced by R S Infotainment will be a Deepavali treat.”

JEYAM RAVI AND THE RISING STAR

None can be happier than Jeyam Ravi these days. If Peranmai earned him rave reviews, Thillalangadi has been generating good revenue since the time it was released. To add to his happiness, Jeyam Ravi has finally named his first son. His wife Aarthi gave birth to their first child on 29th June, 2010. Since it was the month of 'Aadi', the couple could not name their son as per Tamil tradition. So, after a wait, they have finally named their son. 'Aarav', which means rising star.

Danny Boyle - A R Rahman To Rock With '127 Hours'

The winning combo is at it again. Ace filmmaker Danny Boyle and Mozart of Madras A R Rahman, whose alliance in ‘SlumDog Millionaire’ fetched various international honours, including the Oscars, will work together again.

Though there is no official announcement in this regard yet, a teaser trailer of the film titled ‘127 Hours’, which was released recently, reveals that Rahman is the music composer of the project.

And not just Danny Boyle and Rahman, screenplay writer Simon Beaufoy, who was also part of the ‘Slumdog Millionaire’ team, is working in this film, which is expected to hit the screens November this year.

Meanwhile, circles close to Rahman say he is planning to take the music conservatory he is running in Chennai to the next level. “For that, he may move to a bigger campus which would accommodate more students,” they add.

Tamannah on ‘3 Idiots’

Tamannah has cleared the air by saying that no one had approached her so far to play the female protagonist in the Tamil remake of Bollywood blockbuster ‘3 Idiots’, which would be directed by Shankar.

“No, the reports are not true. I have not been offered the role so far,” the actress says, adding: “The Hindi original is a huge hit and I am hopeful that the Tamil version too will be equally big.”

Interestingly, if the role is offered to Tamannah, she would for the second time play a character played by Kareena Kapoor. The first time was in ‘Kanden Kadhalai’, which was inspired by ‘Jab We Met’.

Buzz is that the Tamil version of ‘3 Idiots’ would bring together Shankar and Vijay for the first time. Music will be by Harris Jayaraj. Remember Shankar worked as an associate to Vijay’s father S A Chandrasekaran before becoming a director.

Hansika is Lolitha

Though the name of the character Hansika Motwani playing in ‘Ich’, directed by Prabhudeva, is Lalitha, ‘Jayam’ Ravi, the protagonist of the film would call her Lolitha throughout the movie.

“There is a specific reason behind his calling me Lolitha and you would know it once the film gets released,” the actress, who has returned from Paris after completing the shoot of the movie, says.

Happy about bagging promising projects in Tamil, she says, “I am thrilled that my first three films in Kollywood are with three big stars- Ravi, Dhanush and Vijay. All of them are very cooperative and helpful.”

She adds: “While ‘Ich’ is a romantic entertainer, both ‘Mappillai’ and ‘Velayudham’ are mass movies, which would appeal to all sections of the audience. I am waiting with excitement for the release of these films.”

K Balachandar appreciates director Selvan

Krishnaleelai is a film produced by K Balachandar under his banner Kavithalaya Productions. Jeevan who is called the minimum guarantee by the producers is doing the lead role in this film. Meghna is pairing with Jeevan.

Meghna is the daughter of Pramila Joshi who donned the role of the lover of Vijayakanth in the film Vaidegi Kaathirunthal. Director Selvan is directing this film.

The shooting of the film and post production work has all been completed and is ready for release. Selvan has screened the film to K Balachandar.

Balachandar after seeing the whole film has said that the film was entertaining and told the director,” Krishna Leelai is very entertaining film and it will earn you a good name. You will turn out to be a big director.”

Kavya Madhavan not perturbed

Actress Kavya Madhavan who had applied for divorce has started acting in films. She while speaking to the media said,” I don’t want to speak about my marriage. The court case is going on.

Apart from this what is the use of speaking about the bitter things. I will not let my spirits dampen thinking about the things that have happened in the past. If you think about one matter, I should say that I am gifted. The first gift is that I am born in this world as a human being. The next gift is that I was born without any deformity.

The becoming an actress and that also a popular actress is also a gift and blessing. How can I feel poignant with God when he has blessed me with so many gifts? I have got nothing against God. Even before my birth of anyone God would have planned that one’s life should be like this or that. Like this after making so many enquiries my parents got me married.

But God has changed my fate. I am not worried because of that. When I had problems, my parents were there to support me. So many people are in worst conditions because there is no one to support them. In that way I am very lucky. Many are asking me to give an advice for the actresses those who are going to get married. I am not such big person to advice. Why this has happened to me is that it is my fate. Nobody can change it is God’s plan.”

Samuthirakani’s Next Movie Poraali With Sasikumar

Samuthirakani is ready to start his next venture. “He has named the film ‘Poraali’ and his good friend Sasikumar will play an important role in it,” say circles close to the actor-director.

The relationship between Samuthirakani and Sasikumar dates back to ‘Subramaniapuram’ days, when the former played the pivotal ‘Chithappa’ role in the trendsetter movie directed by the latter

After a while, Sasikumar played one of the protagonists in ‘Nadodigal’, directed by Samuthirakani. And now sources have it that Samuthirakani is doing a pivotal role in Sasikumar’s directorial venture ‘Nagaram’.

“This shows the depth of friendship shared by Sasikumar and Samuthirakani,” sources add. Samuthirakani’s last directorial venture was the Telugu film ‘Sambho Shiva Sambho’, which is a remake of ‘Nadodigal’.

'Angaadi Theru' Shifts to Andhra Pradesh

Continuous success of Telugu dubbed movies from Kollywood has urged distributors in Andhra Pradesh to try their hand of luck in many projects. Vasantha Balan’s ‘Angaadi Theru’ is next one to join this bandwagon. The film’s Telugu version will hit screens in Andhra Pradesh during second week of September.

The dubbing rights have been acquired by Kodenthara Suresh of SK Pictures and the Telugu dialogues have been penned by filmmaker Veenilakandi’s son Shashank.

As Anjali has a flair command over her mother tongue Telugu, she has dubbed with her own voice.

‘Angaadi Theru’ performed decent at box office and was the only commendable flick produced by Ayngaran International as all its previous films didn’t spin them profits.

Nayanthara And Prabhudeva To Wed December?

There is a buzz doing rounds in Tollywood that Nayanthara and Prabhu Deva may tie the nuptial knot sometime in December. The speculation about the couple’s marriage rose after Nayan declined to accept new film offers. The lady is currently acting in Boss Engira Baskaran and has not signed up any Tamil film. Likewise, she has completed her acting commitments in Kannada, Malayalam and Telugu films

Meanwhile, Prabhu Deva has signed up a Santosh Sivan film titled Urumi and is gearing up for the shooting which is slated to begin in Malshej Ghats.

Bharathiraja’s New Sons

Evergreen director Bharathiraja is back to do what he does best. After a short break after Bommalattam, Bharathiraja has announced his next directorial venture. Titled 'Thenkizhakku Seemaiyile', this movie will star the director himself in a main role. What makes this movie more interesting is that directors Cheran, Ameer and Seeman will be Bharathiraja's sons in the movie. Ravi Varman will be capturing the varying hues of the villages of the south.

Talks are also on to rope in Harris Jeyaraj as the music director. It will be a treat to watch all these giants together on the silver screen. watch this space for more updates.

Suriya's Jealousy Over Aarya

The audio launch of ‘Boss Engira Baskaran’ saw together coming of various film personalities of Tamil film industry coming together. Actor Suriya remained as the cynosure of all eyes as he walked onto the dais along with Harris Jayaraj to release the music of ‘Boss Engira Baskaran’.

Expressing his words of appreciation for actor Aarya, Suriya jocosely said, “I become like a green-eyed monster when a Aarya’s song is aired on channels. In fact, my family members keep singing his praises right throughout the song. I feel proud of his adeptness to get him delineated in contrastive roles in every film…”

Also present for the occasion were producer K. Srinivasan, Parthiban, TFPC President Rama Narayanan, Na. Muthukumar, Udhayanidhi Stalin, Na. Muthukumar, filmmakers Dharani, Vijay, Vishnuvardhan, Santhanam, Moser Baer Dhananjayan, cameraman Sakthi Saravanan, choreographer Dinesh, producer R.B. Choudary and many others were present.

Perhaps, the fans of Yuvan Shankar Raja and Nayanthara were disappointed due to their absence.

‘3 Idiots’ Tamil Remake Confirmed

At a time when a lot of buzzes are doing rounds about the Tamil remake of ‘3 Idiots’, director of the Bollywood blockbuster Raju Hirani has confirmed that the film is being remade in south Indian languages

Speaking at the DVD launch of the Aamir Khan starrer in Mumbai, the filmmaker said, “The movie will be soon made in Tamil and Telugu. But I don’t know who will play the lead there.”

“I think they (producers and director of the Tamil version) are currently in the process of casting,” Hirani said and added that he has no plans to make a sequel to ‘3 Idiots’. “I am not with that idea,” he said.

There were reports that a popular production house has acquired the remake rights of ‘3 Idiots’ and Shankar will direct both the Tamil and Telugu versions. “While Vijay will replace Aamir Khan in Tamil, Mahesh Babu will play the role in Telugu,” reports said.

Rahman’s CWG song today

After a few changes in the tune and the lyrics, the much awaited and much delayed anthem of the Commonwealth Games, composed by Oscar-Grammy winner A R Rahman, is ready for release today.

According to a statement by the Organising Committee of the Games, the music maestro will be performing the whole song at the first hearing on Saturday. Rahman has inserted the word ‘India’ a few more times in the lyrics and made the tempo peppier, sources said.

It may be recalled Rahman had earlier crooned the opening lines of the song at an event in New Delhi, saying that the song still needed some work before he could unveil it. “When you hear the song you feel like India is calling you. I want the crowd to sing along,” he said.

He added: “We have put in a lot of hard work and we are all very excited to turn it into a memorable experience. I am curious to know how older, intelligent people, who have years of wisdom, will react to it. The song is dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi, the father of this great nation.”

Priyamani Interview

Are you angry with Kodambakkam? You are not to be seen in many films.

I should get good role boss then only I can stand in your heart. I am not getting good films. Apart from this I don’t have any anger against Kodambakkam.

Was Raavanan a plus or minus for you?

In one channel they have stated that I was a big plus for that film. That is enough for me. I got lots of appreciations. Wherever I go they speak about my role in Raavanan. As far as I am concerned it is big plus to me.

But even that film also there was a rape scene?

Why are you asking such a question? The foundation of this film itself is that the character is raped. Because of this rape only Vikram kidnaps Prithvi’s wife. I will not refuse to act in a rape scene if the story demands it.

What are the films you are doing in Hindi?

I keep on listening to stories. As far as Hindi is concerned I have to face a stiff competition. It is a different kind of field. The high budgeted mega films are made very easily there. So I had to select a role that would make people speak about.

The role I am doing in Raktha Charithra is such a one. Trisha and Asin have acted in two films respectively. There is no justice in telling that Tamil actresses would be boycotted. Actors should not be trapped in sensitive issues. Artists are common to all languages,

Is it true that you have been removed from Salman Khan film?

I also heard about this news spreading. Sri Lanka problem is a different issue. I am an ordinary actress. My work is acting. I will act if any one calls me. There is no doubt in it. Why are you bringing Sri Lanka problem into this?

There are lots of rumours about you?

Let it be. There cannot be any actress without rumours. I am not worried about these things.

Vilai Movie Review

Director Kamaraj has tried his hand at serving a strong message in ‘Vilai’, which is about innocent women being exploited and pushed to flesh trade. Thankfully the film maker doesn’t stretch for effort here showing the dark sides, but he has tried to narrate a sequence of events to convey the theme.

The movie has some familiar names like Saravanan, Udhayathara and ‘Nadodigal’ fame Barani. What begins as a docu-drama suddenly changes gears to become a routine clichéd affair. The intention of the director seems to be right, but he falters at its execution. Events unfold at quick pace and at places defy logic, taking away all sheen.

Nandhu (Barani) and his sister Vandhana (Reethu Soni) live at Melur village with their parents. They quarrel with each other. Unable to tolerate it, their father arranges for Vandhana’s wedding. Her brother however wants her to continue studies as she is a topper.

Vandhana comes with Nandhu to Chennai. She gets kidnapped by a call taxi driver and Nandhu begins his search only to come to know that she has been kidnapped by a gang running flesh trade. Now Nandhu takes the help of Assistant Commissioner of Police Shanmugavel (Saravanan), who had a bad past and had his young daughter kidnapped a few years ago.

He along with Nandhu goes on search and succeeds in finding her in the custody of a Mirchi Maya (Fathima), a dreaded woman don who runs prostitution houses in Andhra Pradesh. But there awaits a surprise for Shanmugavel. Also how Vandhana is saved is the rest.

Saravanan reminds one of Vijayakanth. He replicates the ‘Captain’ in his walk and mannerisms. Barani plays a desperate brother, while Reethu Soni as Vandhana is cute. The rest of the cast includes ‘Yogi’ Devaraj, Chandru and Amarasigamani among others.

The content was there to give a riveting film. But Kamaraj seems to have achieved only in parts. On the whole, the movie doesn’t work wonders. However the director deserves pat for taking a relevant issue and discussing it.

Banner: SB Film Productions

Cast: Bharani, Saravanan, Bhanuchandar, Gemini Balaji, Chanthru, Udhayathara, Reethu, Madhumitha, Fathima

Direction: G. Kamaraj

Music: D.Imman

Sneha’s ten habits

Sneha likes designer clothes very much. She wears the dresses designed by her sister Sangeetha for the functions.

Though she has lot of modern dresses, she wears only sarees when she goes to temples.

Sneha does not like loneliness. She is very happy when her brothers and sister family are there with her.

Sister Sangeetha’s son Nithin is the close friend of Sneha. He calls Sneha as mummy.

Once in three months she rearranges and designs her bedroom with the help of the internet.

Whenever she gets time she likes to go around the city and eat street foods.

She is fond of Ilayaraja’s music. Once she is in the car, Ilayaraja’s songs will be there.

She distributes the jackfruits that grow in her farmhouse at Panruti to the houses of her close friends.

Whenever she gets a call from anyone, she will always ask.” How are you? “and then only she will converse with that person.

When she gets into the swimming pool, she will swim for at least an hour. She says that is the reason why her physique is trim.

Sandhya throwing ‘starry’ tantrums?

Sandhya, who tasted success on the earlier stage of her career with ‘Kadhal’ and ‘Dishyum’, found it difficult to continue the winning streak. Her movies like ‘Vallvan’ and ‘Thoondil’, failed to evoke any interest among the audiences.

Now Sandhya has very little offers but that doesn’t deter her from being choosy about her roles. Recently director Yuvan of ‘Sindhanai Sei’ fame approached her to play the lead role in his next film titled ‘Kallattam’. Sandhya shocked him with a list of demands which included that she wanted the entire script in a book form and in a neat file and that no other character in the film should have as much significance as hers in the film. She also reportedly demanded a fee of Rs.15 lakhs.

Yuvan, who was shocked to hear all these things, has dropped the idea of casting Sandhya. Now it is Shammu, who has been signed up as heroine in ‘Kallattam’!

Yuvan Shankar Raja Says NO

Yuvan has fiercely denied rumors about him composing background score for the Hindi movie Aakrosh. Earlier there were speculations that the Priyadarshan directed movie will have Yuvan’s BGM. Songs for Aakrosh are composed by Pritam.

Yuvan is currently busy scoring for Avan Ivan and Aadhi Bhagavan. Yuvan has let out that the tracks of Avan Ivan will have no western influence.

News Of Full fledged English song In Ich Movie

‘Ich’ is an upcoming flick where director Prabhu Deva has joined hands with actor Jayam Ravi. The movies shoot is almost completed with majorly shot at Paris and its surrounding localities and the latest news is that a full fledged English track has been recorded for the film.

Music director Harrish Jayaraj has composed the music for the song and the song was sung by Emce Jayze, Kriss and Renaina.

Prabhudeva who is the director of the film has been working with Harris for the composition. This is the first time, a full fledged English song composed for a Tamil film. So expectations are getting increased about the film ‘Ich’.

Hansika Motwani is the lead lady of this movie,and AGS Entertainment is expected to release ICH in Diwali

Actor Vijayakumar 50 years in cinema SPL News

Today is a day to reckon for the veteran actor Vijayakumar who not only celebrates his 61st birthday but also completes 50 years in Tamil film industry. It’s an achievement by many standards and Tamilkey wishes the veteran all the very best even in the coming years.

Vijayakumar was born on this day in 1949. Right from his early days his passion was acting. His first role in films was as a child actor in 1961. Vijaykumar was the little Lord Murugan in ‘Sri Valli’ starring Sivaji Ganesan and Padmini. But not many offers were forthcoming for the little actor.

Later to develop himself as a complete actor Vijayakumar started acting in stage plays. He joined the celebrated Sahasranamam’s Seva Stage to learn the fine tricks of acting. Muthuraman was also with the Seva Stage at that time. When Muthuraman became popular in films and left the troupe his roles were offered to Vijayakumar.

Then in 1973 Vijayakumar got his first bi break. After passing stringent tests he was selected to play one of the main roles in ‘Ponnuku Thanga Manasu’ directed by Devaraj-Mohan. The other hero in the film was Sivakumar. The success of ‘Ponnuku Thanga Manasu’ got him a permanent place in Tamil cinema.

Vijayakumar went on to become one of the highly successful stars. It is not an exaggeration if we say Vijayakumar ruled the seventies along with Jaishankar and Muthuraman. Films like Aval Oru Thodarkathai, Mathura Geetham, Azhage Unnai Arathikkiren boosted up his reputation. He even skifully managed to support the icons MGR and Sivaji. ‘Deepam’ with Sivaji and ‘Intrupol Entrum Vazhga’ are two of most memorable films by Vijayakumar.

In the beginning of eighties Vijayakumar wanted to retire from films after staying away from arc lights for some time. But how can one of the most versatile actors be allowed to go just like that? Maniratnam offered Vijayakumar one of his lifetime roles in ‘Agninatchathiram’ and the second innings of Vijayakumar gathered momentum and still going strong.

‘Andhi Mantharai’ directed by Bharathi Raja was one film which took him almost close to winning the national award for best actor. He missed it by one vote. He keeps getting strong characters like that he played in Kizhakku Vasal and Kizhakku Cheemayile even today.

In his 50 years long career there is no role Vijayakumar has not played to excellence. There is no legendary director who has not directed him. Be it a lover boy, adoring brother, devoted husband, menacing villain, funny bean, doting father, imposing village chieftain, upright police officer he has played all to perfection. From MGR, Sivaji to Rajini, Kamal to Rajini, Kamal to Karthik, Prabhu to Vijayakanth, Sarathkumar to the present young actors, Vijayakumar has royally marched along with all of them.

Still, the veteran in all humility says “I don’t think I have achieved anything in life. Acting is life and I know only that”. With a happy family consisting of wives Muthukannu and Manjula, daughters Kavitha, Anitha, Preetha, Sridevi and Vanitha and son Arun Vijay, Vijayakumar is a contented man. His achievements are unique and have a few pages of Tamil film history dedicated to him.

Tamilkey again congratulates him on his completion of 50 eventful years in Tamil cinema and wish him all the best on his birthday.

Trisha, Charmi & Kamna under police scanner

Trisha, Charmi & Kamna

The arrest of a couple of youths, at a time when they were allegedly ‘receiving’ the banned drug of cocaine from a Nigerian national in Hyderabad three days ago, has caused widespread anxiety in Kollywood and Tollywood. Before you wonder what effect the arrest of a drug-peddler would have on the film industry folks, have it: the duo was brothers of Telugu hero Ravi Teja!

When the Hyderabad police took the Nigerian national into custody, a casual perusal of the call history on his mobile revealed that he had been regularly spoken to by many leading actors and actress from the Tamil and Telugu film industry. The Telugu press was abuzz with the news that on top of the list of the Nigerian’s contacts was actress Trisha, whose cellphone number was on the Nigerian’s phone.

This could only mean that whoever was on the Nigerian’s call-list were taking the banned cocaine regularly from him. Besides Trisha, the Nigerian’s phone reportedly had numbers of actresses Charmee (of ‘Laadam’ fame) and Kamna Jethmalani (of ‘Machchakkaran’ fame). Both Charmee and Kaamna remained unavailable to the Telugu press throughout yesterday.

Trisha’s statement that ‘she won’t spare anyone spreading false news about her’ and that ‘she would take legal recourse to fight this menace’ reportedly didn’t cut much ice in the media. The Telugu media doesn’t appear to be in a mood to let the matter go out of hands. It has been reported by them that as many as 65 VIPs including the above-said actresses, actors and budding politicians are in the list of persons who had been in touch with the Nigerian.

Wait for a ticking time-bomb to explode in the coming days!

Audio lunch on 27 Aug. ‘Boss Engira Bhaskaran’

The audio release date of ‘Boss Engira Bhaskaran’ is announced. The comedy caper directed by Rajesh is an anticipated film because Rajesh has proved his mettle in his first film ‘Siva Manasula Sakthi’. The film brings together Arya and Nayanthara together for the first time. Other cast includes Santhanam and Vijayalakshmi.

Music for the film is by Yuvan Shankar Raja and the music label is Think Music. The audio launch function is happening at the Sathyam Cinemas on this Friday, August 27. The event will be presided over by Film Producer Council Chief Rama. Narayanan. The first copy of the CD will be released by actor Surya and the same will be received by music director Harris Jayaraj.

‘Boss Engira Bhaskaran’ is a Show People film distributed by Red Giant Movies of Udhayanidhi Stalin.

Vijay-Suriya Dayanidhi Maaran Together?

Loyola College of Chennai holds special mention for having generated some of the most prominent personalities of Tamil film industry and politics. To be precise, the leading actors and filmmakers of Kollywood including Vijay, Suriya, Vikram, Vishal, Jeyam Ravi, directors SJ Surya, Vishnuvardhan and many other technicians, Dayanidhi Maaran, Udhayanidhi Stalin, NDTV Hindu editor Sanjay Pinto, Hindu editor N Ram and many others including recent arrival from CM Karunanidhi’s grandson Arulnidhi and many others on the rise have graduated from Loyola College.

Being one of the highly rated 5 Star Colleges of India, Loyola College celebrates the Alumni Association and this year has invited the bigwigs.

It’s expected that Suriya and Vijay are also taking part as the correspondents have invited them personally.

Union Minister P. Chidambaram, Dayanidhi Maaran and others have already confirmed about their presence for this special occasion.

Namitha says that she wants to give importance to good roles

When asked Namitha that why she was not seen in many films in the recent times, she said,” Had I utilized the opportunities I got during the last four months, I would have been acting in more than fifteen films.

I am not interested to act in the same type of roles. If you continue to act in the same type of roles, the audience will get bored. Our respect will be go. So I avoided such roles.

I think that since I have chosen the wrong roles I am continuously getting same kind of roles. Now my expectations are good stories and characters, Now my only request to the directors is that they should come forward to give me good roles.

I acted in some films without understanding the true face of the directors. This has become wrong for me. In future I will see the faces of the director and will act in the films that have good storyline and role. I am firm in this.”

Asin’s 10 habits

Asin is a home sick bird. Her home is the only place she prefers in the whole world. She will become normal only after coming home from outdoor shootings.

Asin friends circle is small. Whenever she is happy or in distress she spends her time with these friends. These friends are school children. She has got 11 such friends. She use to dance with these friends in her personal room with the stereo blaring.

She is fond of cricket very much. She will not miss the matches where India team plays. During the shooting time Asin use to the enjoy watching cricket matches in her caravan. In case if she misses seeing the Indian teams win, she will somehow get it from the person who has recorded it and watch it.Asin has the habit of giving imported chocolates to her close friends and media people and then only start talking to them. Asin is so fond of chocolates.

Asin has the habit of filing the news, articles, interviews and photos about her which are being published in the print and electronic media. So Asin is able to know about all the news that is published about her.

Asin close Mumbai friends are Dhoni, John Abraham, Salman Khan and Madhavan. When these people meet, their topic will be on power bike. Because of this Asin knows everything about power bike. She use to roam with these guys on their bikes in Mumbai.

Daily after completing the shooting, Asin has the habit of replying to her fans through her e mail. She also updates the contents on her personal website.

When she arrived in Mumbai, she settled in a flat where yester year dream girl Sridevi is staying. She has become close friend To Sridevi and her daughter Jaanvi. Asin’s latest pastime in Mumbai is to chat and play with Jaanvi.

Asin has her own farm house in Vagaman. There is a small dam in the farm house. That is the specialty. If she has continuous shootings, she will fly to this farm house in order to reduce her tension. After relaxing for some days in loneliness, she will go back to the shooting fresh.

Asin’s inspiration is her father and mother. Her best friend is her father Joseph Thottamkal. She will discuss any matter or problems with her father only.

Priyamani in distress

Priyamani’s is now in a great distress since she has no Tamil film in her hands. Her film Paruthiveeran earned her name, fame and awards. But she though she has taken a wrong route and switched over to glamour roles. She even stooped talking about Paruthiveeran which elevated her. As a result her excessive glamour made the audience to get fed up. Though the situation was like this, she is somehow acting in Telugu and Malayalam films. In between she got the opportunity to act in Manirathnam film Ravanan. She was under the impression that her Vikram’s sister role will earn her name and fame. But this film also gave her a farce. This film did not give her any changes. At this point of time she has been ousted of the Hindi film Bullet Train. Because of this Priya is totally upset. Apart from this there is also news that Priyamani is deeply in love with a Telugu actor and she is following the live in system with him. This news has also upset Priya.

Tollywood sexy actress Trisha in the Drug Racket?

Tollywood hero Teja Raju’s brothers Raghu Babu, and Bharath were arrested recently for selling cocaine in Hyderabad. King of the couple friend Naresh was arrested in connection with the Hyderabad State Report laptop seized from young Nigerian, Victor Wood to many VIP and contact number of the stars.

Sources say that Trisha’s number located between them the police and their investigation. While the actors at any point be denied drug use and general manager of his are in contact with police know latest developments Trisha also warned that file for damage by circulating reports false to attempt to tarnish image she should have.

Shreya’s another name is procrastinator

The second schedule of Roudram has begun now. So far the shooting was delayed because of Shreya. Shreya was not able to participate since she was busy in the shooting of Chikku Bukku and Telugu film Don Seenu.

When the unit requested to set aside dates for Chikku Bukku they got the news that she had gone abroad for the promo of her English film Cooking With Stella.

Because of this the unit had to wait for Shreya. Now finally she has allotted dates for Roudram. Now scenes pertaining to Jeeva and Shreya are being shot.

Poongodi says that she has not got married secretly

Poongodi has donned the female lead role in the films Maayandi Kudumbhathar, Goripalayam and Milaga. Poongodi is a Malayalam actress and is studying in a college in Trivandrum. In between there is news that Poongodi got married clandestinely.

When asked Poongodi about this, she said,” I had applied leave in the college because I had to act for a long time. Since the college authorities complained, I am going to college without taking leave.

There is a news that I got married secretly to an assistant cameraman who was working in Milaga. There is no truth in this news.

My parents have lots affection and faith in me. I will not cheat them at any time. My marriage will take place in their presence and with their approval.”

Arrested for prostitution Telugu film actresses Saira Banu and Jyothi

Hyderabad police have arrested South Indian Telugu film actresses Saira Banu and Jyothi in connection with prostitution on August 23, 2010 Monday. On the early hours of Monday, the Hyderabad police busted the racket at Spring Heaven Apartments in Begumpet, Hyderabad,where these two were caught red handed with their customers along with one woman belonging to Uzbekistan.

Commissioner of Police AK Khan said that since past few days they were having their eyes on several suspects of drug consumption that included these actresses as well.

For Saira Bhanu, her name was also featuring in the phone list along with Trisha of the Uganda Nationalist Victors phone book in connection with drugs. And for Jyothi, she married an NRI few years back and quit films. But she came back into Telugu movies recently and was now caught red- handed.

The police believe that some rich as well as some famous people are involved in this racket, as the locality that was raided has houses of many Ministers, bureaucrats and other eminent personalities. Though, the officials have not revealed anyone else’s identity as of now.

The arrest of the actresses is another setback for the Telugu film industry, after Ravi Teja’s brothers Bharat and Raghu were red handedly caught recently for dealing drugs with a Nigerian national.

Saira Banu has acted in recent telugu hit Simha

Commissioner of Police AK Khan said that since past few days they were having their eyes on several suspects of drug consumption that included these actresses as well.

For Saira Bhanu, her name was also featuring in the phone list along with Trisha of the Uganda Nationalist Victors phone book in connection with drugs. And for Jyothi, she married an NRI few years back and quit films. But she came back into Telugu movies recently and was now caught red- handed.

The police believe that some rich as well as some famous people are involved in this racket, as the locality that was raided has houses of many Ministers, bureaucrats and other eminent personalities. Though, the officials have not revealed anyone else’s identity as of now.

The arrest of the actresses is another setback for the Telugu film industry, after Ravi Teja’s brothers Bharat and Raghu were red handedly caught recently for dealing drugs with a Nigerian national.

Saira Banu has acted in recent telugu hit Simha

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan Donates Her Eyes

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan has announced that she has donated her eyes. The former beauty queen, known for her expressive green eyes, teamed up with the Indian Eye Bank Association to advocate the cause of eye donation recently. Speaking about her intention to donate the eyes, the actress said that she is well aware that people recognize her for her wonderful eyes and she wishes to be remembered for donating those eyes.`

Prakash Raj Marries Poney Varma

Prakash Raj and Pony Varma tied the nuptial knot this morning (August 24th, 2010) at Hotel Sahara Star, Vile Parle, in Mumbai. The wedding took place in Punjabi style and was attended by several celebrities from the tinsel town.

The actor-producer and his newly-wed choreographer wife will throw a reception in Chennai and Hyderabad in the forthcoming days.

Oviya goes to Kannada

Although much in demand in Kollywood ‘Kalavani’ Oviya is very choosy in selecting her films. After her first film the Kerala beauty has signed only two films in Tamils. One is 'Sevanu' directed by cameraman Jeevan who directed Pa. Vijay's 'Gnabagangal'. The other is 'Agam Nee.. Mugam Naan' directed by debutante Saravanan.

While the demand is still there in Kollywood, Oviya was simultaneously scanning other woods also. That effort of hers has brought result. Oviya has been signed for a Kannada film to be directed by veteran director S.Narayan.

It’s no doubt an intelligent move by Oviya to work in other languages even as she is a beginner in Tamil. She might have thought it’s better to do film in other languages when the career is on a high rather than looking for opportunities when it is fading in one language

Naan Mahaan Alla Opens Big

Any film that touches the core of human emotions and senses is sure to remain constant of pages of history. If so, Karthi’s recent release ‘Naan Mahaan Alla’ stands out as a best illustration. Very often, we don’t witness such emotional appreciations that flow amongst audiences’ veins.

Soon after the special show was over at Kasi, the entire audiences gave standing ovation during final credits. Similarly, the multiplex audiences enjoyed certain sequences, especially the point where Karthi makes fun of elite groups and supports frontbenchers.

Doubtlessly, Karthi has become the sweet child of Box office and he’s sure to go ahead in many places.

Don’t forget it! His next film ‘Siruthai’ is 65% completed and will gear up for release shortly.

Gowtham Menon Dashed Down With Hopes

Gowtham Menon while speaking to the media recently said “Both of us have been constantly discussing various scripts for past many years. Finally, he assured about kick-starting the film by July. All of sudden, he informed that his next project will be with Venkat Prabhu in which he’ll be one amongst 5 heroes. I was blown out of waters that why such a big hero is acting in a five heroes subject. Then he had asked producer Gemini Manohar to produce a film for him. When they mentioned my name, Ajith refused. Then he has requested Vishnuvardhan and Vijay to do a film for him. When all these were happening I was wondering who I was. He could have told me all these things but he did not tell. But he has told that he has informed me. There is no truth in this. There is no necessity for me to stand in front of Ajith or wait for him.”

A Song in Praises of Kamal Haaasan

Paramakudi No 1 is a film which has new faces in the cast. Four songs have been recorded for this film. In one of the song will depict the history of Paramakudi and also will have praises for Kamal who is the native of Paramakudi. The song with the line Kamal Sir Pirandhadu Enga Mannuda was written by Kadavul. Samuel Baby has composed the music for this song. Madhu Menon is handling the camera.

Debutant director S Saravana Perumal who has written the story, screenplay and dialogues is directing this film. Murugan and Govindaraja are producing this film under the banner Triple A. New faces Chandru, Prashanth, Mubarak and Hari are starring in this film.

The shooting of the film is to take place in and around Paramakudi. Saravanaperumal while speaking about this film said,” The film is based on the real incidents that took place between 1986 and 2010. We are trying to give a strong message to the society that how to solve a problem which has been bugging us for a long time.”