Priya Mani Charges Big Posted: 31 Dec 2008 09:27 AM CST Actress Priya Mani is a more confident actress after winning National Award. The actress has been very confident about the films she is signing. It is believed that she insists on reading the script of every film she wants to do, and says 'Ok' only when she is satisfied with her role. There was a film script that was doing the rounds recently, which every heroine worth her salt was rejecting. The film was a Tamil one with Vijay as the hero. The director was frustrated with the rejections from heroines to do the film. The producers were aghast at the fact that, heroines were rejecting this film despite having a big star like Vijay as the hero. When the script reached Priya Mani, she immediately realized the fault in the script. She suggested some changes which the director willingly took up. With those changes made, Priya Mani signed on the dotted line. The actress says she is confident that she can do justice to a difficult role, and only by taking calculated risks she can grow as an actress. Priya Mani is reportedly being paid Rs 60 lakhs for doing this film as per Kollywood sources.

Endhiran - Sun Pictures and HBO tie-up Posted: 31 Dec 2008 05:37 AM CST Wow! This is really getting everyone awestruck. For the first time in the history of Tamil Film Industry, Hollywood's leading production House HBO is teaming up for a film. 'Endhiran' produced by Sun Pictures will now stride as a joint-venture with HBO. It was all the dreams of Director Shankar who wanted to make his film at the Hollywood standard. Both Sun Pictures and HBO are in finalizing the talks. Well, then 'Endhiran' would be witnessing a grand release in the West with English Subtitles.Hip Hip Hooray! It's not just for Superstar's fans, but the entire Tamil film industry…

Big Eight Varieties for Pongal Posted: 31 Dec 2008 05:32 AM CST Well, there wouldn't be any big releases for this New Year while for Pongal, it's gonna be a big fiesta of around 8 films releasing. As of earlier, it was confirmed that Vijay's Villu will hit the screens on the occasions of Pongal. The other films would be Bala's magnum opus 'Naan Kadavul', Dhanush's Padikadhavan, Bharath's 'Aarmugam', Sundar C's 'Aiyndham Padai', 'Pasupathy's 'TN 07 AL 4777′ and Nadhiya starrer 'Pattalam'. Apart from these films, Ravi Krishna's 'Kadhalna Summa Illa' remake of Telugu blockbuster 'Gamyam' too will get released on the same occasion. Produced by Ayngaran, 'Villu' will be released with 200 prints all over Tamil. Well, this shored producers of other films much distressed due to non-availability of theatres…

Bala kick starts New Year in Style! Posted: 31 Dec 2008 05:34 AM CST Despite the lifelessness in the scene, customary with the year end drawing closer, director Bala is providing enough fodder to the media. His much anticipated Naan Kadavul is releasing in early 2009 and Kollywood is gearing up for the movie's screening. As a precursor, the movie's audio and trailer are planned to be released tomorrow, the New Year's Day at 9.00 am at the Satyam Theater Complex. The eminent list of Guest of Honor includes K. Balachander, Bharathiraja, Mani Ratnam, Ilayaraja, Vaalee, Balu Mahendra, Mahendran, Rama Narayanan and Pyramid Swaminathan. The movie's audio, scored by Maestro Ilayaraja and the Bollywood musician Uttam Singh, will be released in the event by Vikram and received by Suriya.

Actress Asin is aiming for another success Posted: 31 Dec 2008 03:57 AM CST Most of the producers and directors look towards for a festival day to release their movie. Now actress Asin is all set to arrive with her next Bollywood project. The title of the movie is London Dreams and it is set to release for Independence Day of next year. Actress Asin is already famous with the success of her Bollywood movie Ghajini and now she is ready for the second round.

Kumari Pennin Ullathile Movie Photo Gallery - More Posted: 31 Dec 2008 03:49 AM CST shooting of the film Kumari Penin Ulathilae is over and the film is likely to hit the screens in a couple of weeks. Sippy debuts with a film Kumari Pennin Ullathile which has child artiste-turned-hero Chandru in the lead. She is the latest addition in the bandwagon of Malayalam actresses who have forayed into Kollywood. Chandru had acted in films including Varnajalam, M Kumaran S/O Mahalakshmi, Vanjagan. The title Kumari Pennin Ullathile is actually the first line of a song in one of late legend MGR's movies. Malayalam actor-turned-director Kishore says, "I am a fan of MGR. Kumari Pennin Ullathile is my favourite song. Also it goes with the theme of the movie." Kishore also plays the main villain of Kumari and Meera Vasudevan is cast opposite him. The story of Kumari Pennin Ullathile movie revolves around two twelfth standard students. The story is a romantic thriller and Amudhabharathy is composing the music.

Who is the sexiest actor in Tamil cinema? Posted: 31 Dec 2008 03:45 AM CST Latest edition of the People magazine, India has announced the Sexiest Men Alive List. Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar has been named the Sexiest Men Alive in India while Hugh Jackmann has been named as the Sexiest Men Alive in the world. People has also listed few Tamil actors in the list - Suriya and Vikram. While the family man Suriya was acknowledged for his rippling muscles he acquired after hard slog for Vaaranam Aayiram, Vikram was accredited with his masculine charm. Telugu actor Nagarjuna also found place in the list.

Suriya is ‘Aadhavan’ now Posted: 31 Dec 2008 03:43 AM CST Actor Suriya will start his next movie shortly. Suriya's next with KS Ravikumar has been titled 'Aadhavan'. The movie features Nayantara opposite Suriya and is set to get rolling in early 2009. Suirya, who is currently working on 'Ayan' with Tamannaah will do 'Aadhavan' before proceeding to do Myskkin's 'Mugamudi'. Nayantara, who is currently doing a Malayalam film 'Body Guard', will do this movie next. Meanwhile, the movie's director KS Ravikumar is currently working on the Sarath Kumar-Shriya starrer 'Jaggubhai' and the three are expected to finish their respective movies before starting work on 'Aadhavan'. Mysskin's 'Mugamudi' would be produced by Sun Pictures is expected to produce the film.

Naan Kadavul Movie Photo Gallery - More

Posted: 29 Dec 2008 04:40 AM CST

Director Bala's Arya starrer Naan Kadavul is likely to release for Pongal 2009. The movie Naan Kadavul is slated to be censored on the 30th of December, 2008. The Naan Kadavul film was shot in Varanasi, Kasi, Kanchipuram and Periyakulam. The audio launch of the Naan Kadavul film, which has music by maestro Ilayaraja, will take place on the New Year day. Bala has also seen to it that all his artistes, including the heroine Pooja, dub in their own voice, a criteria for entry into the award category.
Naan Kadavul Movie Photo Stills
Banner: Sri Raj Lakshmi Films (P) LTDCast: Arya, PoojaDirection: BalaProduction: P.L. ThenappanMusic: Ilayaraja

'Naan Kadavul' to be censored on 30 Dec

Posted: 29 Dec 2008 04:34 AM CST

Director Bala's Arya starrer 'Naan Kadavul' is expected to be released this Pongal.
The movie is slated to be censored on the 30th of December, 2008. Industry sources are of the opinion that 'Naan Kadavul' has come out very well and has the potential to sweep the National Awards.
The movie is devoid of a facet that is a norm with feature films – Digital Intermediary (DI). Films that have not gone through the DI phase are not considered for the National Award. This could prove to be a set back for the think-tank behind 'Naan Kadavul'.
According to reports, Ilayaraja was mighty impressed after seeing the film. The maestro was joined by Uttam Singh for the re-recording.
The movie was shot in Varanasi, Kasi, Kanchipuram and Periyakulam.

Trisha visits Cancer Institute - Images

Posted: 29 Dec 2008 04:46 AM CST

Suriya comments on Aamir

Posted: 29 Dec 2008 10:52 AM CST

Suriya has hailed Aamir's Ghajini as being better than the Tamil original. "I always knew it would be better, " he said, "because it was a perfect platform for director Murugadoss to correct the mistakes he did in Tamil. He has not only corrected the flaws, but he has also bettered it. The climax scene was the perfect example. I loved the way he has built up the climax -- way different from Tamil."

Speaking of Aamir Khan, he said:"I would say he did a fantastic job. Having said that, I don't even want a comparison with him. He is like a professor to me, and I am just a mere student. A student can never compare himself with his guru. The last two years or so have been a learning experience for me. When he said that he has never been part of a remake in his career and that he would do my role in Ghajini, I was humbled. Over the two years, he kept discussing with me every minute detail. He always remained connected. Inspired by a wonderful script by Murugadoss, he worked so hard to build that body suited for the role. I would say the he worked harder than me. I know how difficult it could be to have -- and maintain -- such a body at his age. I heard him saying that in fact I was the one who pushed him to do the role. That comment makes me even more humbled. Hats off to Murugadoss and the entire team."

Saravedi Movie Photo Gallery

Posted: 29 Dec 2008 03:51 AM CST

University hero Jeevan will soon play the lead in Saravedi. Sara vedi to be directed by John Mahendran, son of the famous director Mahendran and director of Vijay starrer Sachin. Poonam Bajwa will be the heroine. M.A Jinna of Jinna creations produce this Saravedi movie. Music scored by the man behind super hit songs of "Sivakasi" Srikanth Deva an upcoming music director.

Paiya Movie Photo Gallery

Posted: 26 Dec 2008 04:33 AM CST

Lingusamy's Paiyya began the first day shooting launched near Bangalore. The Paiya movie with Karthi and Tamannaah in the lead. Paiya is Lingusamy's next directorial venture after Bheema. Paiya will be produced by Tiruppathi Brothers. Yuvan Shankar Raja will be scoring the music for 'Paiya', while Madhi will take care of cinematography. Editing is by Anthony and lyrics are by Na Muthukumar and Yugabharathi.
Paiya Movie Photo Stills
Banner: Thirupathi Brothers

Cast: Karthi, Tamanna

Direction: Lingusamy

Production: Subash Chandrabose

Music: Yuvan Shankar Raja

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Paiya Movie Photo Gallery - More

Posted: 27 Dec 2008 04:25 AM CST

Lingusamy's Paiyya began the first day shooting launched near Bangalore. The Paiya movie with Karthi and Tamannaah in the lead. Paiya is Lingusamy's next directorial venture after Bheema. Paiya will be produced by Tiruppathi Brothers. Yuvan Shankar Raja will be scoring the music for 'Paiya', while Madhi will take care of cinematography. Editing is by Anthony and lyrics are by Na Muthukumar and Yugabharathi.
Paiya Movie Photo Stills
Banner: Thirupathi BrothersCast: Karthi, TamannaDirection: LingusamyProduction: Subash ChandraboseMusic: Yuvan Shankar Raja

Sada Photo Gallery

Posted: 23 Dec 2008 08:16 AM CST