Aishwarya Rai is no more a Barbie girl
Posted: 26 Mar 2009 10:19 AM PDT
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan in 1994 won the Miss World title and since then there have been numerous attempts to immortalize the Indian beauty as a Barbie Doll.
However due to her professional commitments she had to postpone their Endeavour. At the turn of the century by which time Aishwarya Rai Bachchan had become a house hold name the world over Mattel again proposed that Aishwarya Rai Bachchan endorse the Barbie doll but as her prior commitments stretched her for time she had to decline yet again.
The turn of the millennium special edition celebrity doll was to feature Naomi Campbell etc .
Nonetheless, the earlier ideas have been revised, all the possibilities and talks of a business venture with Aishwarya & Barbie is still in the process of being finalized. So, whether Ash-Barbie doll will hit the shelves or not is something only time will tell.
However due to her professional commitments she had to postpone their Endeavour. At the turn of the century by which time Aishwarya Rai Bachchan had become a house hold name the world over Mattel again proposed that Aishwarya Rai Bachchan endorse the Barbie doll but as her prior commitments stretched her for time she had to decline yet again.
The turn of the millennium special edition celebrity doll was to feature Naomi Campbell etc .
Nonetheless, the earlier ideas have been revised, all the possibilities and talks of a business venture with Aishwarya & Barbie is still in the process of being finalized. So, whether Ash-Barbie doll will hit the shelves or not is something only time will tell.
Is Sarath Kumar quitting filmdom?
Posted: 26 Mar 2009 10:18 AM PDT
Patently, this has been one such happening story across the tinsel town. Sarath Kumar who has been a great actor creating ripples amongst his fans has now come up with a final decision.
With parliamentary elections is close on the heels of getting started, the actor has drawn some conclusions. He has stated that in future he wouldn't be a part of any Tamil film industry's associations and unions.
Earlier, he had opted to stay out such associations, but then due to the requests made by the film personalities, he remained over the positions.
Now, he says 'From now onwards, it's my duty to work for the well being of society and once I get full-fledged into politics, I would take up only few projects'.
With parliamentary elections is close on the heels of getting started, the actor has drawn some conclusions. He has stated that in future he wouldn't be a part of any Tamil film industry's associations and unions.
Earlier, he had opted to stay out such associations, but then due to the requests made by the film personalities, he remained over the positions.
Now, he says 'From now onwards, it's my duty to work for the well being of society and once I get full-fledged into politics, I would take up only few projects'.
Villu beats Naan Kadavul and Vaaranam Aayiram – Shocking Reports
Posted: 26 Mar 2009 10:15 AM PDT
Alas! This has been one such annoying part when it comes to Tamil Cinema… When you make a film with leading actors with maximum guarantee, they make it sure that the film will cross successfully 100 days.
It's more relevant with Vijay starrer 'Villu' that was a terrible movie witnessed by audiences. But it's really pathetic to see that the film is right on the row of completing 100 days while Vaaranam Aayiram that had a convincing script failed to complete merely 75 days.
The most shocking fact is that Bala's 'Naan Kadavul' has just completed 50 days and only 2 theatres are hosting the shows while other 2 theatres have re-released.
What do you feel about this? Post you comments…
The most shocking fact is that Bala's 'Naan Kadavul' has just completed 50 days and only 2 theatres are hosting the shows while other 2 theatres have re-released.
What do you feel about this? Post you comments…
Posted: 26 Mar 2009 09:22 AM PDT
Wow! The stunning super youth icons of India will now be spotted dancing together for a commercial advertisement.
Recently, the alluring missy of Bollywood Asin signed a deal with Big Bazaar along with MS Dhoni, the smart cricketer in town. One of the sources revealed that earlier, before a month photo shoot that included both Dhoni and Asin were shot extensively.
Now, a commercial advertisement would be shot once MS Dhoni is back from New Zealand Tour. Buzzes are that it's the ever costliest deal that Asin has signed so far in her career. Asin's recent commercial for Miranda have really captured everyone's interest.
The reason is that Asin's characterization in all her ads goes in a friendly way of promoting the brand.
Recently, the alluring missy of Bollywood Asin signed a deal with Big Bazaar along with MS Dhoni, the smart cricketer in town. One of the sources revealed that earlier, before a month photo shoot that included both Dhoni and Asin were shot extensively.
Now, a commercial advertisement would be shot once MS Dhoni is back from New Zealand Tour. Buzzes are that it's the ever costliest deal that Asin has signed so far in her career. Asin's recent commercial for Miranda have really captured everyone's interest.
The reason is that Asin's characterization in all her ads goes in a friendly way of promoting the brand.
Posted: 26 Mar 2009 06:55 AM PDT
Industry sources say that Saranya Mohan has hiked her salary exorbitantly after the success of Vennila Kabbadi Kuzhu. However, the actress states that this is not true but she is asking for pay that suits her acting skills. "God willing I will rise up to the rank of top slot heroines and demand a higher pay," she added.
The actress further stated that she will no appear in sister roles but would concentrate in heroine roles
only. Currently, Saranya has two acting assignments in her kitty. While in Eram she plays a sister role, in Guru Guru Thaan she is the female lead.
The actress further stated that she will no appear in sister roles but would concentrate in heroine roles
only. Currently, Saranya has two acting assignments in her kitty. While in Eram she plays a sister role, in Guru Guru Thaan she is the female lead.
'Kettavan' will come: Simbu interview
Posted: 26 Mar 2009 06:36 AM PDT
Simbu is one who cares not about his image; he has even titled his film 'Kettavan.' But the grapevine in Kodambakakm has it that this arrogant title has been dropped.
To clarify, we asked Simbu himself about this and he responded with which 'kettavan' had said so?"When we set out for the shooting, we had to change the story a bit because of circumstances. It was not nice to ask the producer for more money, so I bought the film. The script work is going on, so shooting has not yet started. Once the screenplay is pucca, I will give life to 'Kettavan' definitely,"said Simbu.
But why the title of 'Kettavan'?
"The concept is the difference between how a good man falls in love and how a bad man does. Hence the title. The word 'different' is a crashing bore, but one can't describe this with any other word. .'Kettavan' will definitely be a very different kind of film."
Now to the clichéd last question. Are you a good guy or bad guy?
"Make a survey of who is good and who is bad in the country and then I'll tell you,"he murmured and wrangled out of a direct answer!
To clarify, we asked Simbu himself about this and he responded with which 'kettavan' had said so?"When we set out for the shooting, we had to change the story a bit because of circumstances. It was not nice to ask the producer for more money, so I bought the film. The script work is going on, so shooting has not yet started. Once the screenplay is pucca, I will give life to 'Kettavan' definitely,"said Simbu.
But why the title of 'Kettavan'?
"The concept is the difference between how a good man falls in love and how a bad man does. Hence the title. The word 'different' is a crashing bore, but one can't describe this with any other word. .'Kettavan' will definitely be a very different kind of film."
Now to the clichéd last question. Are you a good guy or bad guy?
"Make a survey of who is good and who is bad in the country and then I'll tell you,"he murmured and wrangled out of a direct answer!
Posted: 26 Mar 2009 06:18 AM PDT
If you thought Mumait Khan was the best choice to just sizzle in item numbers in films, you might want to rethink that.
The oomph girl, who has been part of many films, from Vijay's 'Pokkiri' to Vikram's forthcoming 'Kanthaswamy', is all set to be launched as a heroine in a thriller, 'Pournami Naagam'.
The movie, a thriller as its name suggests, is based on the changes both physical and geographical, which happen on a full moon day. Directed by Yaar Kannan, the film has music by SA Rajkumar. Mumaith Khan may be the girl gone wild now, it may be recalled that she played an important action role in her Telugu film, 'Myssiamma IPS' which was later dubbed and released in Tamil as 'Gayatri IPS'.
The oomph girl, who has been part of many films, from Vijay's 'Pokkiri' to Vikram's forthcoming 'Kanthaswamy', is all set to be launched as a heroine in a thriller, 'Pournami Naagam'.
The movie, a thriller as its name suggests, is based on the changes both physical and geographical, which happen on a full moon day. Directed by Yaar Kannan, the film has music by SA Rajkumar. Mumaith Khan may be the girl gone wild now, it may be recalled that she played an important action role in her Telugu film, 'Myssiamma IPS' which was later dubbed and released in Tamil as 'Gayatri IPS'.
Namitha to start her new venture
Posted: 26 Mar 2009 06:27 AM PDT
The shooting of the much expected Black Stalin which stars Kalabhavan Mani and Namitha will start this month end. This is Namitha's first Malayalam venture. The movie was in news for a very long time, but only now the shooting dates have been finalized. The movie will be directed by Pramod Pappan and produced by Jagadheesh. Though, this may be the first film in Malayalam for the actress, she got an opportunity to act with the Malyalam superstar Mammotty but was not able to proceed due to her tight schedule in the year 2005.
26 children in 'Rettai Chuzhi'
Posted: 26 Mar 2009 06:07 AM PDT
The Iyakkunar Imayam and Iyakkunar Sigaram have stood behind the camera and created the Superstar and Kalaignani. Now they will both face the camera in 'Rettai Chuzhi' and the lucky person to direct them is Thamira.
Thamira shares his experience of having directed them.
"The film 'Rettai Chuzhi' is about the pranks, spats and mock anger of 2 grown-up kids. The story encompasses the realistic side of these two. On several occasions, I have seen the child part of these two men that the society has not seen. When I told Shankar sir the story, I did not mention the names of Bharatiraja or Balachander. But at the second meeting, I showed a drawing of all of them."Are you sure this is possible? It would be nice,"said he enthusiastically. He said he would speak to them himself and went personally to meet them despite his busy schedule. I was happy they liked the story too. After 32 years, I made them play sozhikaai. I am thrilled to see a new Balachander and Bharatiraja that even I have not known. How 2 giants in the film industry can without ego behave like kids cannot be delineated so realistically and it surprises and awes me more and more each day!
More than anyone else, these 2 people know the respect a director commands. They have such large hearts to accept the feelings and opinions of this young lad when they come to the shooting spot. Like a concerned teacher or an affectionate father, each of them come to me and ask if it Ok, to check if it has come out as desired. There is absolutely no domination. How would a child feel towards its mother? After reading my short story, Balachander sir took me on as an assistant. Similarly, Bharatiraja sir read my short story and said with modesty,"You seem to be able to write with feeling. You start and I will try to act according to whatever you need,"and blessed me.
They are both generous to cooperate with an artiste from the bottom of their hearts. They appreciate the value of words and shower respect on the writers. There are 24 child stars in the film. Add these 2 and it makes a total of 26 kids!
The hero is a new boy called Akhil. Anjali is the heroine. I wonder how many others would suit such realistic roles. They have surrendered to their characters they play."
Posted: 26 Mar 2009 06:02 AM PDT
Director Ameer is a constant companion with director Sasi Kumar, in any event he does. His mentor and friend, Ameer has always been in praise of Sasi Kumar for his conviction. The same admiration came to the fore at the audio launch of 'Pasanga' as well.
"Sasikumar is travelling on high speed. He is even doing things that I have only been able to plan, not execute. At this scenario in Kollywood, when directors are queuing up before leading actors, Sasi has travelled the road less trod by doing a film for children.
But this courage to do things differently must have come for Kamal Haasan, who is a forerunner in all the different attempts that we are doing today". Said Ameer.
"When he was in his prime, he decided to produce a film and tried acquiring Sathyaraj's dates to do 'Kadamai Kanniyam Kattupaadu'. And when hero-centric films were the order of the day, he produced a film with just three heroines, 'Magalir Mattum'," he added, calling Kamal Haasan the inspiration for most in the industry today, including Sasi Kumar and himself.
"Sasikumar is travelling on high speed. He is even doing things that I have only been able to plan, not execute. At this scenario in Kollywood, when directors are queuing up before leading actors, Sasi has travelled the road less trod by doing a film for children.
But this courage to do things differently must have come for Kamal Haasan, who is a forerunner in all the different attempts that we are doing today". Said Ameer.
"When he was in his prime, he decided to produce a film and tried acquiring Sathyaraj's dates to do 'Kadamai Kanniyam Kattupaadu'. And when hero-centric films were the order of the day, he produced a film with just three heroines, 'Magalir Mattum'," he added, calling Kamal Haasan the inspiration for most in the industry today, including Sasi Kumar and himself.
Asin’s help Nalla Muthu Kumar found!
Posted: 26 Mar 2009 04:42 AM PDT
For over a month, the whereabouts of Asin's help Nalla Muthukumar remained a mystery. All this came to an end with Muthukumar calling the Ponneri DSP today to disclose that he is in Puttaparthi and will surrender to the police. According to our sources, Muthukumar has confessed that he had threatened Asin with dire consequences to extort money from her.
It may be recalled that Nalla Muthukumar's mother complained to the police that her son went missing
and Asin is the root cause for it. With his confession, Asin can now heave a sigh of relief.
It may be recalled that Nalla Muthukumar's mother complained to the police that her son went missing
and Asin is the root cause for it. With his confession, Asin can now heave a sigh of relief.
Jeeva teams up with his two lucky directors
Posted: 26 Mar 2009 04:37 AM PDT
Actor Jeeva, who has been enjoying a spell of luck with 'SMS' and 'Thenavattu', seems to be playing it safe this year. As the directors of both films Rajesh (SMS) and Kadhir (Thenavattu) have given him consecutive hits, he has decided to team up with both of them.
The actor has currently signed up for 'Viththai', which will be directed by Thiraivannan. Following this, he will be doing a film that will be direct by Kadhir. This film too, the director vouches, will be a mix of action and love like 'Thenavattu'.
Following this, Jeeva will be doing a film that will be produced by KS Srinivasan, producer of 'Naan Kadavul'. This yet to be titled film will be directed by M Rajesh. Here's hoping the actor smells success with these films as well.
The actor has currently signed up for 'Viththai', which will be directed by Thiraivannan. Following this, he will be doing a film that will be direct by Kadhir. This film too, the director vouches, will be a mix of action and love like 'Thenavattu'.
Following this, Jeeva will be doing a film that will be produced by KS Srinivasan, producer of 'Naan Kadavul'. This yet to be titled film will be directed by M Rajesh. Here's hoping the actor smells success with these films as well.
R Rathinavelu handles camera for one song in the film Ninaithale Inikkum
Posted: 26 Mar 2009 04:35 AM PDT
R Rathinavelu has handled the camera for one song for the film Ninaithale Inikkum. Gemini Film Circuit is producing the film Ninaithale Inikkum. This film is remake the super hit Malayalam film Class Mates. Ninaithale Inikkum has Prithviraj, Shakthi , Priyamani and others in the cast. G N R Kumaravelan is directing this film. Vijay Anthony is composing the music. Kumaravelan while speaking of this film," The shooting of the film is completed. The lost song sequence was shot a few days ago.
Our cinematographer Balasubramaniam is handling the camera for the Dhanush starrer Kutti. So he had to go to Orissa for shooting of this film. So I had requested Rathinavelu who is currently wielding the camera for Rajnikanth's starrer Endhiran to handle the camera for one song. Since he was my friend he agreed to do one song. So we shot the song Sexy Lady Kitta Vaadi. Telugu actress Kausa has shaken her legs for this song. This film will be released in the last week of May."
Our cinematographer Balasubramaniam is handling the camera for the Dhanush starrer Kutti. So he had to go to Orissa for shooting of this film. So I had requested Rathinavelu who is currently wielding the camera for Rajnikanth's starrer Endhiran to handle the camera for one song. Since he was my friend he agreed to do one song. So we shot the song Sexy Lady Kitta Vaadi. Telugu actress Kausa has shaken her legs for this song. This film will be released in the last week of May."
Kadhal 2 Kalyanam – No Tension No Crying
Posted: 26 Mar 2009 04:37 AM PDT
Anyone ever thought about the electrifying journey in their lives? Don't take them to be a walk without torch in deep woods of Amazon at night.
Yeah! Doubtlessly, it's a journey that everyone would experience without chances falling away. 'Kadhal 2 Kalyanam' – A Journey from Love to Marriage is all about this travel. Maybe, for those who were delighted watching evergreen Hindi flick 'Vivah' (Tagline that says 'Journey from engagement to marriage', here's a different version that takes between a young couple who fall in love plan for their marriage.
Director Milind says, 'For sure, the film would go straight to everyone's heart as they can closely relate with it. The film is about a young lad and missy falling in love. When both their families unite, it's a moment loaded with lots of fun, frolic, confusions and more than you expected'.
Arya's brother Shahir and Divya Spandana take on for lead roles while yesteryear actress Jayashree makes her comeback donning prominent role.
Actress Divya who's so excited about this flick says, 'This is a film where you pay for your ticket and have fun… There's no crying, no tension'.
Yeah! Doubtlessly, it's a journey that everyone would experience without chances falling away. 'Kadhal 2 Kalyanam' – A Journey from Love to Marriage is all about this travel. Maybe, for those who were delighted watching evergreen Hindi flick 'Vivah' (Tagline that says 'Journey from engagement to marriage', here's a different version that takes between a young couple who fall in love plan for their marriage.
Director Milind says, 'For sure, the film would go straight to everyone's heart as they can closely relate with it. The film is about a young lad and missy falling in love. When both their families unite, it's a moment loaded with lots of fun, frolic, confusions and more than you expected'.
Arya's brother Shahir and Divya Spandana take on for lead roles while yesteryear actress Jayashree makes her comeback donning prominent role.
Actress Divya who's so excited about this flick says, 'This is a film where you pay for your ticket and have fun… There's no crying, no tension'.
Kollywood - It’s all bounded with horror genres
Posted: 26 Mar 2009 04:31 AM PDT
Gone are those days where audiences clapped and whistled for the mass heroes jumping from 25th floor of a multi-storeyed building and smashing down 25baddies at the same, dropping cigars to their mouths, igniting fire from the neighbors shoulders and uttering punch dialogues. Well, here's a new taste that has been found amongst Kollywood audiences. They're all now looking for new genres from out-of-box thinking.Let's glimpse through past three months of Kollywood's bible. Vijay's 'Villu' and Dhanush starrer 'Padikadhavan' were expected to be the top-charting flicks of the season, but they flunked terribly. However, made at low-budget 'Kadhalna Summa Illa' entertained audiences. Later, it was Bala's 'Naan Kadavul' making high waves. But it all ended there..
All of sudden there happens to be more films based on horrors and supernatural thrillers. Madhavan's 'Yaavarum Nalam' witnessed a grand success where there were repeat audiences indeed. Certainly, it's for the time a supernatural thriller was spotted having repeated audiences. On the pars, last week's release 'Arundhathi' was nowhere far from it. For the first time in the history, a Telugu dubbed version was released with more prints and took for a great show. The theatres were fully loaded with house packed shows and they were stunning applause at many portions.
In the forthcoming weeks, there were would couple of Malayalam's dubbed flicks 'Thanthiran' and 'Sivapuram' based on horror genres. 'Sivapuram' – remake of a Malayalam film 'Ananda Badram' directed by Santhosh Sivan was a blockbuster.
So, let's catch out this interesting films ready for release on the row.. .
From 'Subramaniapuram' to 'Ananthapuram'
Posted: 26 Mar 2009 04:29 AM PDT
The journey has been so long indeed. Felicitated as the year's 'Best Path Breaking Film' by Maathrubhoomi Publications, the film has reached towards the farthest ends bounded with appreciations. Director Sasi Kumar who produced and released the film 'Subramaniapuram' wouldn't have expected such glorious honors.
Earlier, Telugu's leading producers had talks with Sasi Kumar in remaking 'Subramaniapuram' in Telugu. Perhaps, there were few barriers while penning the polished version to suit Telugu style. 'Shifting the locations of 1980 and cultural adjustments weren't really a good idea of savoring to the tastes of Tollywood audiences' said one of the closest sources.
Finally, producers backed off from remaking and instead dubbed it. The Telugu version is now titled as 'Ananthapuram 1980'. As Swathi haps to be a famous actress in town, producers are expecting good results for the film.
Earlier, Telugu's leading producers had talks with Sasi Kumar in remaking 'Subramaniapuram' in Telugu. Perhaps, there were few barriers while penning the polished version to suit Telugu style. 'Shifting the locations of 1980 and cultural adjustments weren't really a good idea of savoring to the tastes of Tollywood audiences' said one of the closest sources.
Finally, producers backed off from remaking and instead dubbed it. The Telugu version is now titled as 'Ananthapuram 1980'. As Swathi haps to be a famous actress in town, producers are expecting good results for the film.
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