Surya does a guest role in Manmadhan Ambu, Avan Ivan and Ko

Saturday, 11 December 2010
Manmadhan Ambu is a film which has Kamal Haasan, Madhavan, Sangeetha and Trisha in the cast and is being directed by K S Ravikumar. The film is being produced by Udhayanidhi Stalin and major portions of this film have been shot in a luxury cruise liner and most of the important cities in Europe.

Ko is the film which has Jeeva in the lead role while Avan Ivan which has been directed by Bala has Vishal and Arya in the lead roles.
Surya is doing guest roles in all the above films.

Surya is always ready to accept guest roles whenever he is been approached without any ego. He gives full cooperation even if it is one day shoot. He has appeared in a scene with Jyothika in the film June R. He has also appeared in Rajni starrer Kuselan. Now he is currently acting in a guest role in the film Manmadhan Ambu. He is also appearing in a guest role in the film Ko which has Jeeva in the lead role and also in Bala’s Avan Ivan which has Arya and Vishal in the cast. When Surya was asked about this, he said, “This is the cooperation I am giving to my friends.

Director Seeman released from prison

Saturday, 11 December 2010
Director Seeman was released from the Vellore prison yesterday. He while speaking to the media said that he is going to contest in the forthcoming assembly elections.

Seeman who is a film director and Naam Tamizhar Iyakkam president protested against the killings of the innocent Indian fishermen by the Srilankan Navy on July 10th before the Collector office in Chennai. In continuation of this, he was arrested under the National Security Act and was lodged in the Vellore prison. At this point of time, James Peter who is the brother of Seeman had filed a petition in the Madras High Court to cancel the Government’s order and release him. When this case came before the Honorable Judges, after going through the petition cancelled the police orders and also ordered release of Seeman.

Seeman around 2.30 pm was released from the prison. Director Bala and Gowthaman welcomed Seeman with a shawl and a bouquet. Huge members of Naam Tamizhar Iyakkam and MDMK members also gathered in large numbers to welcome him.

Shammu says that she wants to pair with Simbhu

Monday, 13 December 2010

Shammu who made her debut in the film Dasavatharam continued to act in films like Maathi Yosi and Kanchivaram. She who hails from Kerala did not get much offers as expected. Shammu who says that she is waiting for good stories use to attend functions with Karan in the early days.

She use to pose for photos with Karan in the cinema functions. At the same time she was also friendly with young stars.

She is also one of the close friends of Simbhu. Her desire is to somehow pair with Simbhu. While speaking about this she said,” I am a close friend of Simbhu.

But so far he has not called me to act in his films. I am ready to give my call sheet whenever he calls me. Even if I act in any other films, I am ready to give any number of days call sheet if Simbhu calls me.”

Romance in the ship

Monday, 13 December 2010

Manmadhan Ambu which got a U certificate is to be released worldwide on 23rd of this month. Kamal Haasan, Madhavan, Ramesh Aravind , Trisha and Sangeetha are in the cast. The film which is being produced by Udhayanidhi Stalin has been directed by K S Ravikumar.

Ravikumar while speaking to the media said,” Since I am joining hands with Kamal Haasan once again, many are telling this film will be like Tenali or Panchathanthiram. This film is a romantic comedy one. Just imagine about this ship in which we have shot the major portions.

There are three swimming pools and there are 18 floors. Apart from this there is an auditorium which can accommodate 5000 people. It took one and half a day to go around this luxury cruise liner. Wherever this liner stopped we got down and shot the song sequence in that country. All the songs have been written by Kamal Haasan himself. I am a great fan of his poems right from the time I know him. I want him to compile all his poems and release it in a book form.”

Shyam says he is ready to share screen with other heroes

Monday, 13 December 2010

Shyam had acted in many films including Iyarkai, Ullam Ketkume and 12 B. He also shared the screen with Jayam Ravi in the film Thillalangadi. Now he has donned the lead role in the recently released film Agam Puram. He has also acted in few Telugu films.

While speaking about his cinema experience, he said,” Agam Puram is an action film. This is my first action film. The role has also the shades of negativity. I liked my action. I was also the co-producer of this film. This film has motivated me to produce quality films.

Since I did not accept Tamil films, there was a small gap. I have decided to act in good films that have a good storyline. Next I am acting in a film to be directed by V Z Durai. He had earlier directed a film titled Mugavari. After this I will be acting in a film titled Thoosi produced by me.

Another film with the shades of Subramaniapuram

Tuesday, 14 December 2010

A new film with the shades of Subramaniapuram is being produced now. The film is titled Thirumangalam Bus Stand. The shooting of this film is taking place in and around of Madurai.

Kaavalan release in trouble

Tuesday, 14 December 2010

Kaavalan is a film which has Vijay and Asin in the lead roles. Siddique has directed this film. In the recent times Vijay has been facing lots of problems. Since his film Sura did not do well at the box office, the theatre owners are demanding compensation.

Moreover they are protesting that they will not release his films. Now Vijay is not able to get theatres for the release of his film Kaavalan. The film Kaavalan was to be released within few days. This film was supposed to be released during this month.

But since Kamal Haasan starrer Manmadhan Ambu is getting released on December 23rd, it was announced that Kaavalan will be released for Pongal. But now again another problem has risen for Kaavalan, because Kalaignar ‘s Ilaignyan , Karthi’s Siruthai and Dhanush’s Aadukalam is being released on Pongal day.

The theatres have already been booked for these films. Because of this Kaavalan is not getting theatres. Now a question has been released that when will Kaavalan will be released.

Sundar C to quit acting

Tuesday, 14 December 2010

Since none of Sundar C films did not do well at the box office, he has decided to concentrate in his original field that is direction. Sundar C has directed more than 20 films including Ullathai Allitha, Anbe Sivam, Winner and Giri.

Sundar C has directed leading actors like Kamal, Arjun and Madhavan. He made his debut as hero through the film Thalainagaram. The success of Thalainagaram made him continue to do hero roles.

He did the lead roles in the film Veeraappu, Sandai, Aayudham Sei, Vaada and Guru Shishyan. Some of these films were a hit. But in the recent times most of his films have failed at the box office.

Because of this he has decided to quit acting and has decided to concentrate in his original profession direction. His wife Kushboo has agreed for this decision.

The hero who refused to kiss

Wednesday, 15 December 2010

Dhruva who is doing the lead role in the film Aanmai Thavareil while speaking to the media said,” I am doing garment business. The director of this film Kulandhai Vellappan is my friend.

Because of this he has made me the hero. I am donning the role of a call centre hero. Shruthi is pairing with me.

The director asked me to kiss Shruthi on her lips in one of the song sequences. Though Shruthi agreed for this, I did not agree.

I refused by saying that some scenes should not be shown blatantly and embarrass others. So the director changed this scene. My desire is to become an action hero in cinema.

Prabhu Deva waits for Vishal

Wednesday, 15 December 2010
Prabhu Deva has commenced the film which Vishal is doing the lead role. But now the scenes that do not have Vishal are being shot.

Vishal is currently acting in the film Avan Ivan directed by Bala. So Prabhu Deva has told Bala to complete Vishal’s portions by January and send him. But Bala has said,” I will complete the dialogue portions first and send him and later on I will shoot the song sequence.”

But Prabhu Deva who did not agree for this said,” It doesn’t matter that even if it takes another 10 days, complete all his portions and send him.

Otherwise it will be a problem for me.” Vishal who had increased his weight by 10 kilos for Avan Ivan has to reduce his weight by 15 kilos for Prabhu Deva’s film.

Surya conditions for Three Idiots

Wednesday, 15 December 2010 |

The super hit Hindi film Three Idiots is to be remade in Tamil and Telugu. Originally Vijay was supposed to do the role which Amir Khan did in the original version. The other two heroes were Jeeva and Srikanth. But due to some unknown reasons Vijay has walked out of this film. Vijay while speaking about this film said that he was very much interested to work in Shankar film but due to some reasons he had to forcibly walk out of this film. So Shankar immediate thought was to approach Surya. Surya who was very happy for getting this opportunity stipulated two conditions. One is that he cannot immediately give the call sheet and the other thing is that he wanted to do the lead role in the Telugu version also.

Highlights of Kaavalan

Tuesday, 07 December 2010

Vijay who was pelting bullets all these has now taken roses in his hand. Now with his usual commercial ingredients he has taken romance also as an important ingredient.

Here are the highlights of Vijay’s Kaavalan
Director Siddique gives the guarantee that you can see ‘ Mr Cool’ Vijay in this film like the films Kadhalukku Mariyadhai and Poove Unakkaga.

There are no powerful punch dialogues in this film for Vijay.
After Friends, Vadivelu and Vijay’s comedy combo will be rib trickling. There will scenes similar to Friends.

A racy fight sequence was shot in Bangkok. Martial Arts Master in Thailand said,” Normally Indian actors will use dupe for stunt scenes. But Vijay surprised me without using a dupe.” He has given a shield to Vijay.

Some pucca fighting sequences have been shot in the moving train in Mettupalayam. In one of the scenes Vijay jumped from the train which no one expected. So when the crew asked him that why he did it, he said,” Had I mentioned that I will jump, you would not have permitted me. That is why I surprisingly jumped.”
When the shooting was going on in Mettupalayam, there use to be crowd to witness the shooting. Vijay used to speak to them with mike.

The shooting for a song sequence was also held in a dense forest in Poona. So all of them camped in a tent in the forest. One night lots of snakes started visiting the tents. The crew members were startled. But Vijay boldly said that he will sleep with the crew members in that tent.

A song composed by Vidhyasagar was shot in the mid sea in Malaysia. So they travelled every day 30 kms in a boat to the mid sea.

Raj Kiran who had come for the dubbing became very emotional after seeing some scenes. Only after three hours he has come to normalcy and has dubbed.

Right from the beginning of Kaavalan there was Asin’s call sheet problem. Since Siddique mentioned that she would be suitable for the role, Vijay had patiently acted in this film giving respect to the director.

Director Siddique said,” The last 20 minutes climax scene will be emotional and sensational like in the film Kadhal Kottai. You can enjoy Vijay who is back to his old formula.”

An interview with Kamal Haasan

Monday, 06 December 2010

Kamal Haasan and Trisha are in the lead roles in the film Manmadhan Ambu which has been directed by K S Ravikumar. This film is produced by Udhayanidhi Stalin. A press meet was held on Saturday. During this press meet, Kamal gave an interview to the media.

How is it that you are so youthful even at the age of 56 years? Are you taking any herbal medicines?
We should not about age. If there is a thought that we should be young, we can be youthful. I eat three times like everyone. I don’t take any Thanga Paspam (Gold elixir). If I had that much gold I would have put that also in cinema.

Rajnikanth had acted in a high budgeted film Endhiran directed by Shankar. Will you also act in such kind of high budgeted film?

I don’t imitate any one. I have individuality. If I have any doubt in acting I will think about my mentor Shivaji Ganeshan. There are a lot of things to learn from him. Don’t compare Rajni with me. We ourselves don’t compare. We also decided not act together many years ago. Dasavatharam was a high budgeted film and similarly Manmadhan Ambu is also a high budgeted film.

Why was Manmadhan Ambu shot in a luxury cruise liner?

The story of the film is connected with the cruise ship. I am donning the role of an ex commando. The story demanded the ship.

What is the reason for Madhavan continuously acting in your films?

The reason is the fri

endship between us.

Is rehearsal necessary for cinema?

When rehearsal is r

equired for a stage play which is being staged at a cost of Rs 5 Lakhs, is it not necessary for a film that is being produced at a cost of Rs 5o Crores. The rehearsal for cinema is not my inven

tion. There was rehearsal during Modern Theatres days itself. There was a very big hall for rehearsals in the studio those days itself.

Will Kamal Haasan act in the films written by him?
I will act if the story written by anyone. If you have a good story, I am ready to act.
During this interview, director K S Ravikumar, producer Udhayanidhi Stalin, actress Sangeetha, music composer Devi Sriprasad and choreographer Shobi was present.

Rajni to go alone Rishikesh

Tuesday, 07 December 2010

 Everybody knows the connection between Annamalai and Himalayas. Super star’s Rajni’s spiritual search continues there. Rajni has the habit of taking his friends to Babaji Caves whenever he goes to Himalayas.

Dhanush directs Selvaraghavan and Andrea

Monday, 06 December 2010

A short film which has Selvaraghavan and Andrea in the cast has been directed by Selvaraghavan. Dhanush and Andrea are acting in the film Malai Nerathu Mayakkam directed by Selvaraghavan.

An interview with Thambi Ramaiah

Sunday, 28 November 2010

How did you become an actor?
I did a small role with Goundamani in the Sathyaraj starrer Malabar Police. Then I appeared with Vadivelu in the film Manu Needhi. Though I did character roles in Kodambakkam, Oram Po and Vetrivel Sakthivel, I did not get the expected. So I thought that acting is not suitable for me and I patiently waited. Myna has now changed my life. This film is a turning point.
How did you become a director?
I actually came to cinema to write lyrics and compose music. Unexpectedly I became a director. I directed Manu Needhi which had Murali in the lead role and also Vadivelu starrer Indralogathil Na Azhagappan. Now I will be directing a new film titled Oru Koodai Mutham which has new faces. I have written all the songs and also worked as a co music composer in this film.
Will you continue to direct films?
Acting and directing are two eyes. I want to see a scene with my both the eyes at the same time. I am currently acting in a film which has Krishna in the lead role. This film is being directed by Ramanarayanan. I am also in a film titled Aanamalai Kandhan. I am also acting in the film which has Vikram in the lead role directed by Susindhran. I am also having Arjunan Kadhali and Oru Koodai Mutham in my hands. I will not act in one or two scenes. I will be doing full length roles.
There is news that you are starting some organization?
Yes. I have no son or daughter expecting my money. So I have decided to give away the money to the older people. I want to shower my affection on them. I will be starting an organization called Annai Madi which means Mother’s Lap. This will be a forerunner for all such kind of organizations.

Prabhu Deva’s wife says that her children are psychologically affected

Prabhu Deva and Nayanthara are almost on the verge of getting married and they never seem to part ways even after Prabhu Deva’s wife has been weeping for mercy from Nayanthara. But she has no regrets for her requests and is sure about marrying Prabhu Deva shortly.

Says Ramalath: ‘I have been constantly praying to God to bring back my husband to me. I never expected that Nayanthara would be so arrogant. She used to visit my house regularly and call me ‘Akka’ (meaning sister in English) and used to gift my children with chocolates and more goodies. But I was very much unaware that she would create such a big trouble in our family lives.

I was shocked to hear her saying – Please Akka sacrifice your husband for me. How would any women feel on hearing such things? Our eldest son Vishal passed away due to chronic cancer and the very next day, he never showed any concern towards the family and started moving around with her.

My Children are so infuriated with her for having cheated them and me. Even they spot her photographs over the magazines; they are tearing it and put off the TV Channels, if any visuals of her appear. They are very much depressed and psychologically affected as they would wake up in the middle of night and ask ‘When Daddy will be back mummy’?’

Ramalath has filed petition at family court and will sooner meet Prabhu Deva-Nayanthara in court.
When approached ‘Prabhu Deva-Nayanthara’, they duo’s mobile conveyed the computerized message – The mobile users are out of reach. But their closer sources reveal that they will be present for the hearing at Family Court and will give a better counteract for the Ramalath.
Ramalath doesn’t bank her hope on anyone other than her HONESTY AND GOD.

Vishal becomes a producer

Vishal becomes a producer

Friday, 12 November 2010

These days directors are becoming actors and actors are becoming producers. After Arya, Vishal is also becoming a producer.

Vishnuvardhan says that he is ready and is waiting for Ajith

         Friday, 12 November 2010 |             Vishnuvardhan will get

ready for the shooting of Billa Part 2 before Ajith completes Mankatha. He has sat with the assistant directors and has completed the screenplay. Not only this, he has already informed Yuvan Shankar Raja to compose more stylish music than that of Billa Part 1.

The film Mankatha is directed by Venkat Prabhu. Trisha and Lakshmi Rai are in the cast. Yuvan Shankar Raja is composing the music. Mankatha will hit the screens on May 1st which happens to be the birthday of Ajith. The shooting of this film is going on in Bangkok.

Udhayanidhi Stalin is ready for hero

Udhayanidhi Stalin is now ready to kick-start his career as an actor. After going through various scripts and discussions, the producer has finally chosen director Rajesh to wield megaphone for his film. In fact, he was much impressed with the entertaining style of filmmaking in ‘Boss Engira Baskaran’. Now the duo is all set to kick-start their next project.

We hear it from the closer sources that Udhayanidhi Stalin and director Rajesh have zeroed down on couple of interesting titles taken from Rajesh’s previous films dialogue and song. It will be either ‘Oru Kal Oru Kannadi’ (song sequence from Rajesh’s debut directorial ‘Siva Manasula Sakthi’ or ‘Nanbenda’ (Punch line of ‘Boss Engira Baskaran’) Udhayanidhi Stalin is busy now going through the production phase of Suriya-Shruthi Haasan starrer ‘Ezham Arivu’ and Kamal Haasan’s ‘Manmadhan Ambu’. He is now thinking to promote the film ‘Myna’ with a greater magnitude. Udhayanidhi has chosen a role that suits him well to the core of his looks and character. Just like his previous films, Rajesh will make another comedy entertainer. Let us hope the new combo makes a good show with their best efforts.