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Vettai Mannan is moving at a rapid pace March 30, 2012 15:47

Silambarasan’s action flick Vettai Mannan is shooting at a rapid pace, post his return from US. It seems the actor is shooting day n night to complete the film. Vettai Mannan, an out and out action film from Silambharasan is almost getting ready to wrap up says the unit. The film written and directed by debutant Nelson is almost up in major shooting part.  Hansika Motwant, Deeksha Seth and Poonam Kaur share the screen space with the hero. Produced by S S Charavarthy and music scored by Yuvan Shankar Raja, the film boasts of technical excellence. Incidentally Nelson is a long time associate of Simbhu. The film announced in 2010, took its sweet time due to the foreign tour of the lead. Let us see what our Simbhu has to say about the film, 'Vettai Mannan will be a treat for my fans. It is progressing at brisk pace and we have completed Hansika’s portions and are shooting with Deeksha. Few scenes in the second half and songs will be shot in Brazil'. The film has been the costliest film for Simbhu and it costs a whopping 30-40 Cr says a source.  The source also says that a team from Hollywood would choreograph the songs. (With inputs from internet- AarKay)

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Maestro Illayaraja in UK to record for trilingual March 26, 2012 17:26

Maestro Illayaraja is known for music that appeals to all ages and remembered for long time. While Gautam Menon known for his nonchalant romantic stories pair up for another block buster. The Maestro Illayaraja along with Director Gautam Vasudev is in UK for the recording of their latest tri-lingual flick Neethane En Ponvasantham. Illayaraja always known for his melody tracks seemed to have given some wonderful tracks as per sources. This film has another important feature in which Gautam has made history by managing to bring together the three musical talents from one family, Illayaraja, sons Yuvan Shankar Raja and Karthik Raja to sing a song for the film. The film is touted to throw light on love between the lead pair in various stages of life and is said to be a romantic musical. The film has hero Jiiva in the lead, romancing Samantha. A Telugu and a Hindi version, titled Yeto Velli Poyindhi Manasu and Assi Nabey Poore Sau are also being simultaneously made, with Nani in the former and Aditya Roy Kapoor essaying the lead role in the latter, while Samantha would play the female lead in all versions. (With inputs from internet- AarKay)

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Priyamani turns down Kamaal R Khan's offer March 22, 2012 11:53

Glamorous Priyamani has turned down a suggestion to act in a Bollywood film. The actress was approached by controversial actor-director Kamaal R Khan on Twitter. however the Paruthiveeran girl neither respond nor showed any interest at the forthcoming Hindi film. On Twitter, Kamaal R Khan offered Priyamani to play the feminine lead role in 'Deshdrohi 2' and conveyed her to do the role of underworld don Abu Salem’s girfriend Monica Bedi. He wrote, “Can you send me collection of your manager. I Need you to do my film #Deshdrohi2 Abu Salim. You are going to play role of Monica Bedi.” Priyamani has claimed that she isn't acutely aware of the offer and didn't see his message, however the actress assured that she isn't interested to join the project. She had acted before in two Bollywood films - Raavan and Rakta Charitra.

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Hot Namitha to cameo in Parvathiputra March 20, 2012 15:38

The popular actress Namitha is playing a guest role in ‘Parvathipura’ for The Great Entertainer. Reports say that Namitha has recently signed the film to do the cameo in Parvathipura. It is believed to be a character to pull the mass audience to theatres. However, the informations about her role in the forthcoming film have not revealed yet to generate curiosity among her fans. Rajavardhan is making debut in the direction of Ramprasad. Namitha plays an interesting role. Director Ramprasad in the past directed and acted in ‘Banna Bannadha Loka’. He has written the story, screenplay and dialogues for this film. The film with slum background is all about the trials and tribulation of the hero. Thomas Rathnam is the music director and Ramesh Babu is the cameraman. Harsha has done choreography for this film ‘Parvathipura’.

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Oru Kal Oru Kannadi gets 'U' certificate March 20, 2012 15:04

Kollywood Director Rajesh's Oru Kal Oru Kannadi(OKOK), starring Udhayanidhi Stalin as hero, has been censored with a clean with U Certificate. It is a major plus as now the film can apply for tax exemption from the state run committee. OKOK music by Harris Jayaraj is already popular. The film has Udhayanidhi, Hansika and Santhanam in the lead. Harris Jayaraj is now doing the re-recording for the film. OKOK which was initially planned as March 30 release has now been almost confirmed for April 6 release.

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Homely Heroine Sneha to act in 'Khaani' remake March 19, 2012 18:22

We are not talking about the efforts she is putting in dark rooms. Don’t get confused with the heading and here goes the story about heroine Sneha. Vidya Balan has shut the mouths of critics with her stunning performance as a pregnant lady in the recent blockbuster ‘Kahaani’. Producers down south are now keen to remake this movie with a star heroine in that role. However, our starlets don’t fit the bill exactly as there is no scope for skin shows and only this homely beauty suits well, a producer opined. Given her solid performances in movies like ‘Rajanna’ and ‘Ramadasu’, Sneha would be perfect choice for that role. They say that the actress has the power of harnessing the difficulties experienced by pregnant woman with ease as she acted in such roles in many films till date. If the flick really materializes, then Sneha will be on cloud nine for delivering such a top-class feat before her marriage. Let us see what is there in Sneha’s mind!

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Ajith performs mind-blowing stunts in Billa 2 March 17, 2012 18:36

Expectations on Billa 2 are soaring high with each passing day. A small piece of information on the film or Ajth Kumar is generating a huge-hype around the film. Recently, we read about the audio and satellite right being sold for record amounts. The latest about the film is that Thala has done a few mind-blowing stunts in the upcoming Tamil movie. According to reports, Ajith Kumar will be seen doing stunts, which he has not done till date. A world-class international company is involved in the planning of action sequences and the stunts have been choreographed well with some stunning fights, chases and gunfire. In fact, one of the producers Sunir Kheterpal has admitted that the film has some wonderful actions but refused to reveal the details. Billa 2 is sequel to Vishnuvardhan's Billa. In the second instalment, Chakri Toleti has taken over the reins from Vishnu, who opted out of the film due to other commitments. It also features Mumbai-based model Parvathy Omanakuttan, Bruna Abdullah, Prabhu, Rahman, Krishnakumar and others in the cast. Chakri Toleti's association with Kamal Hassan in Unnaipol Oruvan seems to have made Aascar Ravichandran to approach the Billa 2 director.

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Kannada film Topiwala Launched March 14, 2012 17:55

Already Upendra has concluded his work for films like God Father and Kataari Veera Sura Sundaraagni which is being released in the next two months. Now, Upendra is presently acting in the film Kalpana directed by Ram Narayan.  This film is a remake of Telugu film Kanchana. Super Star Upendra starrer “Topiwala’ directed by R.J. Sreeni has just started its shoot from Monday at the mountainous stretch near Ramnagar.  Earlier the film had a muhurath on Monday morning in the Male Mahadeshwara Temple in Chamrajpet early in the morning.  Immediately the entire unit went to Ramnagar where the shooting of important sequences were caned.   Actors Ravishankar and Rangayana Raghu and others had participated in the shooting sequence.  The shooting of the film will be held for Six days in Ramnagar. Bhavana is the heroine of this film which is being produced by Kanakapura Sreenivas and K.P. Srikanth.  Hari Krishna is the music director of the film.  Both the lead artists Upendra and Bhavana will be joining the shoot from Thursday. Already Upendra has concluded his work for films like God Father and Kataari Veera Sura Sundaraagni which is being released in the next two months. Now, Upendra is presently acting in the film Kalpana directed by Ram Narayan.  This film is a remake of Telugu film Kanchana.

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Vijay turns cinematographer for Thupakki March 14, 2012 09:37

Vijay dons yet another avatar to give more entertainment to his fans, and ace cinematographer Santhosh Sivan appreciates the shoot. Ilayathalapathy Vijay’s next movie with Director AR Murugadoss, Thupakki is an outright action thriller and the superstar left no stones unturned to make it more action packed. The other day, while on location the film’s cinematographer busily was planning on executing a shoot where the hero should be shot while intermingling with the crowds. The shot was very powerful sequence and it had to be meticulously planned. The puzzled camera man was designing the strategy. Sources close to the team said, just then Vijay grabbed the camera and walked through the crowds while shooting the sequence. The shots came out excellently and Sivan appreciated the timely gesture of the superstar. Thuppakki is produced by Kalaipuli S Dhanu with Kajal Agarwal in the lead role opposite Illayathalapathy. Harris Jayaraj takes care of the music department.  (With inputs from internet- AarKay)

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Ilayathalapathi’s Thuppaki records songs February 22, 2012 17:19

The strike going on in the Tamil tinsel world between the film employees and the producers seem to be going on at great speed. Most of the films are taking a break. The illayathalapathi Vijay’s…

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Sneha and Prasanna Exchange Rings February 15, 2012 17:44

Kollywood long time love birds Sneha and Prasanna announced recently that they are going to marry soon. On valentines’ day that exchanged rings. At the event The couple looked picture perfect and very comfortable with each other. The sponsors for the event presented them with diamond rings since the Valentine’s Day was around the corner and the sportive couple exchanged the rings on stage. Prasanna remarked cheekily that if he had known about the rings, he would have informed their parents so that they could have had a formal engagement programme. Things are looking good on the career front as well for this happening couple and life seems to have come up roses for them. Sneha and Prasanna, who fell for each other during the filming of Achchamundu! Achchamundu, are planning to tie the knot in April 2012.

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Diganth-Aindrita Ray share kiss in Parijatha February 10, 2012 18:26

Chocolate hero Diganth and charming Aindrita Ray seem to have gone an extra mile for their much-awaited movie Parijatha, which is releasing today. Well, they have reportedly shared a kissing scene in the Kannada film. The latest buzz is that Diganth has kissed Aindrita Ray in the track 'Ni mohisu...'. It has been well-picturised and getting positive feedbacks from the viewers, whoever has seen it, claims a source close to the film unit. Notably, this is the first-ever smooch sequence for both the actors. Parijatha is directed by Prabhu Srinivas. It is a remake of Tamil superhit film Boss Engira Bhaskaran. It also features Mukhyamantri Chandru, Sharan, Padmaja Rao and others.

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