Sangeetha Nataka Academy Award to Music Director Ilayaraja

By N.Thyagarajan

Music Director Ilayaraja has been chosen to receive the Sangeetha Nataka Academy Award for the year 2012. Though the Music Director had earlier received National award Padma Bhushan, the Sangeetha Nataka Academy Award is something unique in its nature.

The award has been given to eminent musicians, singers including playback singers each and every year. Mr Ilayaraja will be given a cash citation of Rs.1 lakh along with the award.

Suriya in guest-role for Chennaiyil Oru Naal

By N.Thyagarajan
Suriya will be appearing in a guest role for the Malayalam remake in Tamil, titled Chennaiyil Oru Naal.

The Malayalam film 'Traffic' was a box-office hit, had brought a large amount of theatre collections. In the remake film Sarath Kumar, Prakash Raj, Prasanna, Radhika, Ramya Nambisan, Mallika and other leading artistes appear in meaty roles.The film is directed by Shahid Khader.

As of now Suriya who is busy with the schedules of Singam 2, seems to have given nod to appear in the guest role of the film, sources said.

This will be second time for Suriya to appear in a guest-role. It is to be remembered he appeared in Avan Ivan film directed by Bala.

The story-line of the film is what is happening between people from different walks of life in 24 hours in Chennai.

Kamal not in agree with Capital Punishment for rapists

Actor Kamal Hassan who was in Cochin for the audio launch of the Vishwaroopam, said that he did not agree the decision of capital punishment to the persons who are allegedly involved in the recent rape case. He asked  "how could we justify one crime by committing another".

" It is my bus, she is my sister and the man who committed the crime is my brother ! I am ashamed " gushed the actor Kamal Hassan on the rape-incident that took place recently in Delhi.

The actor confirmed that he had inked pacts with some leading DTH providers to exhibit Vishwaroopam through the DTH platforms, on January 10, day before the film is getting released in Tamil and Hindi. He said the film would be shown through the DTH at 9.30 PM and the charges for viewing the film would be Rs.1000 from each house.

CHILD ARTISTE MANEESH AJITH BECOMES HEROINE

Maneesh Ajith, who has acted in 45 films as child artiste, has signed to act in heroine roles in the film like Nanbargal Gavanatthiruku with Kulir 100 degree fame. The film is directed by R.V.Udhayakumar's associate Jayakumar. The film is about romance and friendship that play vital role between them and changes the colours of the friendship. Comedian Jayamani's son Varshan does the role of one of the heroes of the film.

The film's audio was released at a function held recently in which Udhyakumar, Perarasu, Thenappan, Balasekaran and Prabhakar participated and wished for the success of the film.

Of all the films, Kambeeram has fetched name for Maneesh in which she acted as the child of  Sarath Kumar.

Lawrence to release album for Rajinikanth's b'day

Raghava Lawrence, one of the staunch fan of the Super Star will bring out a music video, titled Athiradi, hailing Rajinikanth on his coming birthday falls on December 12 this year. Raghava Lawrence who made his debut in acting in films through the Super Star has done the video album with the music director Vijay Antony composing a unique track for Rajini's birthday.

Speaking to newsmen Lawrence said that the birthday of his Thalaivar Rajinikanth is always special day for him and he was keen that he should do something memorable as his share of contribution.

He said in the album he had choreographed a special piece as well as lent his voice in the music video.

Raghava has become popular not because he has been a fan of the Super Star, but has been a good actor and won the fame through the film Kanchana for which the Superstar alone was responsible, considers the young actor.

When the Superstar was taking treatment in a Singapore hospital, Raghava Lawrence organised mass prayers in various places for speedy recovery of the actor.

COMEDIAN KARUNAS AS HERO IN CHANDAMAMA

The shootings of the Chandamama in which the comedian Karuna is the hero has been  completed in some parts of the Kerala with scenic beauties covered by backwaters. Kotha Bangaru Lokam fame Swetha Basu acts opposite Karuna in the film. Many says it is a blessing in disguise for the film's success after its release.

It is also said, that if the Chandamama is released, Karunas may become a popular hero. The film is directed by Radhakrishnan who once upon a time worked under Vinayan as an assistant.

The story-line of the film is an ordinary man called Santhanakrishnan makes it big through his writing skills and under the pseudonymous name of Chandamama ?

Some of the songs of Chandamama were shot in Kerala, the director of the film said.

TAMANNAH AND RAM CHARAN IN ZANJEER

Amitabh's Zanjeer has brought laurels and catapulted the image of the actor in the Hindi film world. More than 39 years had gone by and the story-line and yet the pleasant memories of the film has not erased from the hearts of many who started to become fans of Amitabhji.

In the remake film the beauty queen Tamannah is all set to shake her legs with Ram Charan's Bollywood debut film. Earlier, Ram Charan and Tamannah both acted together in the film Racha and it is said her every movement in the film was welcomed by all. It is natural because, Tamannah is a good dancer and she did her good moments in the film Rebel too.

Similarly by giving a chance to Tamannah with Ram Charan in Zanjeer her image too would go up, it is expected.

It is said the release of the film will take place in the coming year 2013.                

REMAKE OF THUPPAKKI IN HINDI

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Deepavali release Thuppakki, which is heading for box-office-hit will be remade in Hindi with Akshay Kumar, according to sources. The original Tamil version of the film which is released in the USA too heading for house-full shows. The film was directed by AR Murugadoss in which Ilayathalapathy Vijay acts opposite Kajal Agarwal.

Following the film's overwhelming response from the audience throughout India and abroad, it is planned to remake the film in Hindi, starring Akshay kumar. Akshay  has a strong belief that if the film is produced in Hindi, for he knows that  his Hindi film Rowdy Rathore directed by Prabhu Deva was a box-office- hit. The film was the remake of the Telugu version 'Vikramarkudu'. The same film was remade in Tamil as 'Siruthai' with Karthi and Tamannah. The very same film which was remade in Kannada as 'Madakari' was also a super hit. So what Akshay thinks must be correct and he is at the point.

Hence, there is a wide belief that if any one of the versions in south Indian languages film becomes success the remake of the film would also be a hit.
Now after the success of the Thuppakki, the film's director A.R.Murugadoss is planning to remake the film with Akshay and it is not yet known who will be the heroine of the film.
It is said, the very same Kajal Agarwal or any other new face will be given chance, will make known to the public only after the pooja of the film.

It is also rumoured that Katrina Kaif stands in the second choice to act with Akshay.

AUNT ROLE FOR MANORAMA IN CHENNAI EXPRESS

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Manorama, who has been ruling as the comedian and the best character of the Tamil film industry, has come back to act through the film Singam 2, will be acting as 'Aunt' to Deepika Padukone in the film Chennai Express. The hero of the film is Shahrukh Khan who lives in Delhi falls in love with the heroine Deepika hails from Chennai, according to the story-lines takes us. In the film Manorama adorns the role of Deepika's aunt.

Manorama, appeared in the Hindi film Kunwara baap three decades ago and won the name and fame.

Manorama, had knee injuries few months ago, and she could not act in films, though she had abundance of offers to act in various films.
" I am happy, that I have completely out of the difficulty now and could act as was before" smilingly says the actress.

Director A.M.Jothi Krishna's Marriage On November 26th

By, N.Thyagarajan

Film Producer A.M.Ratnam's elder son A.M.Jothi Krishna is getting married on November 26th ( Friday) this month in Chennai. Like his father Jothi Krishna is also a producer, who directed films like Kedi, Enakku 20 Unakku 18. Jothi Krishna's younger brother Ravi Krishna (fame through the Tamil film 7-G Rainbow Colony) acted as hero in the Kedi film. Jothi Krishna introduced famous heroines like Ileyana, Shriya, and Tamannah.

The would-be bridegroom directed and acted in Ooh La La La film. Preethi Bandari was the heroine of the film.

The director cum actor cum producer will be marrying Aishwarya, a PG in MSc and PGCDM. The bride is the daughter of Sri V.K.N.Shiva Gurunathan and Smt S.Thulasi. The marriage is to be held at The Leela Palace in MRC Nagar, Raja Annamalai Puram. The subamuhurat of the marriage commences from 7:00 PM (evening) onwards.

It is not yet known who will preside over the marriage.

Thuppaki big hit in America

By, N.THYAGARAJAN

Ilayathalapathi Vijay’s latest movie 'Thuppakki'  which was released in India for the Deepavali festival which fell on November 13, has opened big with premieres in 40 locations across USA. Now the USA is gripped with the thrilling magic of Thuppakki.

Vijay has fans throughout the world and this AR Murugadoss's first outing with Vijay had garnered huge expectations among fans.

 It is said, generally it's uncommon for people in USA to go for movies on week days. In spite of the film’s Monday premiere and with the last minute show time updates by US theatres due to print arrival and keys for digital prints, lots of fans were seen patiently waiting to watch the Thuppakki.  Sources said that Vijay’s fans waited for more than an hour for shows to start in places like Austin and Minneapolis.

ATMUS Entertainment, the distributor believes this will turn out to be the first big movie to be a blockbuster in 2012. In spite of date getting pushed from 9th (a weekend) to 13th, ATMUS still managed to release it in 52 screens with 40 premieres.

In Bentonville, Arkansas a second premiere show was added due to people turning up from neighbouring locations. For the records, this is a very small town where they screen only one show normally and the only other movie that required a second show was 'Billa-2' premiere. Here you can catch few glimpses of the excitement that happened during the Bentonville premiere - where the actor’s fans carried on the typical tradition of garlanding and Milk Abhishekam to Ilayathalapathy's banner!

AR Murgadoss has delivered a movie which fires on all cylinders. The director has made a complete entertainer that blends with Vijay’s mass image, thanks to his racy script. The cinematography of Santhosh Sivan and editing of Sreekar Prasad in seamless style score are added feathers in the well-ornate cap

Jagdish (Vijay), an army captain, is back in Mumbai for a holiday to be with his parents and two sisters. They want him to get married and finds a bride Nisha (Kajal Aggarwal) for him. After the usual bickering’s the couple fall in love. Meanwhile Jagadish an intelligence officer in the military has a mission to crack down on terrorist sleeper cells in Mumbai.

How Jagadish moving around as an ordinary person using his brain and brawn in the correct measure and tracking down the terrorist in his own unique way forms the rest of this escapist entertainer.

It is refreshing to note that this Vijay film is not an over-indulgent one-man showreel that plays to the gallery. One of the major plus points of the film is the stylish manner in which Vijay has portrayed his undercover military intelligence officer. Vijay has made the character believable though the character is on a ‘Mission Impossible’ trip.

Vidyut Jamwal as the villain is menacing and has done a superb job. One of the major reason why the film works is the villain is given his due by the director and is as brainy as the hero. The cat and mouse game played between Vijay and Vidyut makes the film tick.

One of the best scenes in the movie is how Vijay takes on a dozen sleeper cells single handedly and make it look convincing. The climax fight scene is also awesome as he confronts the villain for the first time. Kajal Aggarwal looks good and her romantic scene with Vijay is warm and fuzzy. Sathyan as a cop is adequate as Vijay’s friend while Jayaram as his senior officer in the army is a scream. The comedy scenes are hilarious and forms part of the narration.

A big thumbs-up for composer Harris Jayaraj as he has delivered some peppy music and great background score that moves with the theme. The ‘Google Google’ song is the pick of the lot.

Santosh Sivan has made the film in digital and the way he has shot Mumbai’s never-seen-before locations and the overall look'n' feel of it, is fantastic. Sreekar Prasad’s fast –cut editing in action scenes stands out and give it an air of realism.

Hats off to AR Murgadoss for coming out with a film that not only entertains but is sensible and technically outstanding. Refreshingly original and visually inventive, this film works on many levels and is likely to appeal to one and all. Blame it on the clever screenplay and slick packaging, Thuppakki is a perfect Diwali entertainer.

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Manorama has come back to acting

By, N.Thyagarajan

Legendary comedian and character artiste Manorama, who stayed away from acting in films for some time, has come back to acting.

Very recently, the actress shot for 'Singam 2', being directed  by Hari. The film has Suriya and Anushka in lead roles. It is said Manorama has been part of the 'Singam'.

Manorama also known as accorded a warm reception when she walked into the sets of Singam.. As usual, she completed her portions without going many takes," sources say.

"Interestingly, Manorama's scenes were canned at one of the houses owned by her, which is being rented for film shootings," add sources.

Manorama, had minor injuries on her knees when she fell in a bathroom of hers, and she was rushed to a hospital for treatment. Since then the actress could not walk freely as was before, hence she started moving inside the house with the help of someone in her families. But, it is the Will of God, that she should come back to acting, especially to act in comedy scenes. Now, she is back to acting like a Lioness in the film titled Singam.

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Gemini Ganesan's grandson turns actor

By. N.Thyagarajan

It was after his grandfather Gemini Ganesan, Abhinay has set his foot-prints to become an actor in the Tamil film-world. One can’t estimate to what extent this young Abhinay would to adorn roles; will it be like his grandfather who won the title Kadhal Mannan by acting in love scenes with various leading heroines of yesteryears

Acting runs in his veins, one has to say. Abhinay, grandson of the legendary star couple Gemini Ganesan-Savithri, has stepped into Kollywood as an actor.

He is playing the lead role in a film titled 'Vilambaram', which is being directed by a newcomer called Suriyanidhi. Irani plays the heroine.

"Acting has always been my passion. I am donning the greasepaint with the blessings of elders in my family, says Abhinay. Abhinay adds, Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan too have wished me."

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KAMAL'S "VISWAROOPAM" WILL BE MADE IN HINDI VERSION TOO

By, Aishwarya Thyagarajan

 Kamal Haasan's much awaited thriller Viswaroopam, directed and co-produced by the actor, will be showcased at the 13th Videocon IIFA Weekend in Singapore.

Viswaroopam, a bi-lingual in both Hindi and Tamil, is one of Kamal's biggest projects till date. 

The Hindi version, titled Viswaroop will be unveiled on June 8 at the Raffles City Convention Centre, giving the media key glimpses from the film.  

The film features Kamal Haasan in the lead along with Rahul Bose, Andrea Jeremiah, Pooja Kumar, Jaideep Ahlawat, Samrat Chakrabarti, Zarina Wahab and a special appearance by Oscar nominee Shekhar Kapur. Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy have composed the film's musical score and noted lyricist Javed Akhtar has penned the lyrics. 

"IIFA is one of the biggest events for the Indian Film Industry. This year is particularly special for my film and me," said Kamal. "It is a great opportunity to present my film on such a large and international scale. I look forward to unveiling the first look of Vishwaroop and I am hopeful that it will be well received." Kamal's fans said that It gonna be a big blockbuster movie.

ACTOR DILIP PASSED AWAY

By, Aishwarya Thyagarajan

Dilip, actor of Kannada and Tamil films died in Mysore on 25th May 2012 account of Kidney failure. He has acted in more than 70 Tamil films and 15 Kannada films. He was 56 years and left behind wife Hema and two children. He moved to from Kannada to Tamil films after Kokila Mohan went and was a close aide of Tamil super star Rajanikanth. He acted in Director Visu's film ''Samsaaram Adhu Minsaram'' and he acted with actor kamal in ''Varumaiyin niram Sivappu'', with actor Mohan in ''Kilinjalgal''.

Actor Dilip for self made mistakes in life investing on factory and losing heavily could not come up financially. He lived in Sharadha Nagara in MIG house in Mysore. He died in Vikram Hospital in Mysore.

Dilip was recognized for films of director cum producer Dwarakish Shruthi, Indina Ramayana, Thavarina Tottilu and others. He came to Mysore in 2004 from Chennai. At one time he was having offers in excess. But the self imposed issues troubled him.

He started a factory and lost heavily from it. Then started a film and during that time he developed health problem of BP and Sugar. After Dilip going to Tamil films actors from Kannada Murali, Prakash Rai and Arjun Sarja came to Tamil.

AGNI NATCHATHIRAM TO BE REMAKED

By, Aishwarya Thyagarajan

 Mani Ratnam's one of the blockbuster movie 'Agni Natchathiram' will be remade in Tamil and Telugu by producer T Ramesh.

T. Ramesh said that "Agni Natchathiram" is a classic movie and the director thoroughly thrilled to remake it as a bilingual in Tamil - Telugu. He talked with the big stars of Tamil and Telugu film industries for this remake and he assures that it will be a big project with a big star from both the industries in the lead

T Ramesh is the producer of Vishal - Trisha starrer 'Samar'. An announcement listing the cast and crew of the film is expected from him shortly. Buzz is that a couple of supporting actors from the original might be retained in the remake as well.

The film is about two half brothers, played by Prabhu and Karthik in the original. It was dubbed in Telugu back then and was also remade in Hindi. It will be interesting to watch who will be cast as the brothers in the remake.

Kareena Kapoor's song

BY, AISHWARYA THYAGARAJAN

First it was Sheila Ki Jawani and now it's gonna be Mahi Ki Jawani... Filmmaker Madhur Bhandarkar in his dream project 'Heroine', starring Kareena Kapoor and Arjun Rampal, is sticking to the new-age item-is-in-flavour. The much-talked project, like any other movies of today, will have an item number featuring the movie's female lead Kareena.

According to sources, Kareena who plays Mahi Arora in the film, will be doing a song called "Halkat Jawani".

Speculations were rife that the film is based on Manisha Koirala, but in a media meet, the director squashed them as mere rumours. Bhandarkar stated that the film is about Mahi Arora who is today's girl and the story deals with the ups and downs in her life.

Bhandar revealed that the shooting of the film is forty percent complete and the film has been planned for September release.

After showing off her sizzling moves in 'Ra.One' as "Chammak Challo" and then in Agent Vinod's Mujra song, lets see how Kareena spreads her magic in "Halkat Jawani" in 'Heroine'. However, her item story doesn't end here.... Bebo will be wearing the special tag again in Salman Khan's 'Dabangg 2'.

PARTHIBAN IN TOLLYWOOD

BY KARPAGAMTHYAGARAJAN

Parthiban is now acting in a Telugu movie titled 'Aappu' and has signed now to do his first ever Telugu movie.

Telugu director Sampath Nandhi is directing a movie having Chiranjeevi's son Ramcharan Teja in the lead role. Tamanna is doing opposite. Parthiban is taking up the role of Ramcharan's father.
This is the first time; Parthiban is acting in a Telugu movie and at the same time taking up a smaller role as the father of the Hero of the film.
While commenting about his roll, Parthiban said "Though the role is small, the importance for it is very high".

VETERAN ACTRESS S.N. LAKSHMI PASSES AWAY

S.N. Lakshmi who has acted in more than 1500 films, and had acted with actors like MGR, Sivaji and also 4th generation actors like Simbhu - Vishal, passed away on 19.02.2012 mid night.

She was 85 years old. Thorughout her life, she lead an un-married life. She was a sincere devotee of Sri Sathya Sai Baba , and had been doing social service work in Sai Kripa, a Sunday weekly hospital, purely run by Sri Sathya Sai Baba devotees including Sevadals in Raja Annamalaipuram, Chennai.
The late actress had appeared in several small-screen soaps, besides her career in acting in films.
Her body was taken to her residence Saligramam, Chennai and the final rites was performed at her native village near Virudhunagar.
Several Kollywoodians visited her house and paid last respects to her.

Genelia, Nayanthara and Sneha to get married this year

BY KARPAGAM THYAGARAJAN

This 2012 will be wedding year for Genellia, Nayanthara,and Sneha

Sneha will be marrying Prasanna, while Nayanthara might marry Prabhu Deva is a confirmed news, according to Kollywood circles.

The marriage news of Genelia D'Cruz has been much talked in film circles, because the actress is in love with Rithesh Deshmukh who is the son of a politician in Maharashtra.

Sneha will marry Prasanna in another three months time.

Genelia will quit acting after her marriage but the other two actresses, it seems they will get permission from their male partners and will continue to act.

NAMITHA'S MARRIAGE GOING IN GOSSIPS

BY KARPAGAM THYAGARAJAN

Namitha talks to press man about her marriage gossips with an young advocate,she says
"I have employed three old men as advocates to care of my real estate business who are all aged Iam a young girl why should I go with a old man?

She continued "Never tell my dad about this, he will immediately knock out all the three old men out from the office... if this happens then 'sin caused to those old men will never leave you all peacefully'

Namitha says she will not left out her long time boy friend Barath Kapoor.

NAMITH'S MARRIAGE NEWS

BY KARPAGAM THYAGARAJAN

Talking to press man about her marriage news that was spread all over the kollywood,

I have appointed three advocates to care of my real estate business who are all aged above 60!. I am a young girl why should I appoint old man?" because there should be no gossips about me.

She threatened "Never tell my dad about this, he will immediately knock out all the three old men out from the office... if this happens then 'sin caused to those old men will never leave me peacefully'"

Alteady news was spread that she is going to marry an advocate.
Namitha says she will not left out her long time boy friend Barath Kapoor.

Hansika says she will do only two movies a year in kollywood

BY KARPAGAM THYAGARAJAN

Hansika declares that she will do 2 films in tamil once in a year, because she is not satisfied with the stories in tamil movies But she will concentrate fully in Telugu and do the skin show business for the Tollywoodians.

She says that she had a wonderful acting experience while acting with Danush and also while acting in the movie Engeyum Kadhal.
Hansika is now working for two movies in tamil pairing with Simbhu!