Vinnaithandi Vaaruvaaya now go to Bollywood for another hit
‘Vinnaithandi Vaaruvaaya’ was a smashing hit in Tamil. The film was directed by Gautham Menon with Simbu and Trisha in the lead. Now the National Award winning director is all set to make another hit with the Hindi version of VTV. The film will get on the floors on April 4, say reports. Right from his first film ‘Minnale,’ Gautham has been receiving offers from producers for Hindi remakes of all most all his films.
Apart from a good script another winning streak in all Gautham films are the songs. Be it Rehman or Harris, most of the songs in all his films have been chartbusters in the south. Then the directot came out with an out and out psychological thriller film ‘Nadunisi Naigal’ with Sameera Reddy in the lead. Sans any songs, because of a very fast paced and thrilling story the film received mixed reviews from critics.
The director has roped in Prateik Babbar, son of late actress Smita Patel and actor- politician Raj Babbar, for the lead role and Amy Jackson will play the female lead. The shoot for this film which was supposed to have begun already was delayed because the hero of the film being tied up with Aamir’s ‘Dhobi Ghat’, suggest reports. Now we also hear that Ms. Jackson who made her debut appearance in ‘Madarasapattinam’ opposite Arya is learning her Hindi lessons for getting the language right for the film. The music for this Hindi remake too will be authored by A.R. Rahman.
Apart from a good script another winning streak in all Gautham films are the songs. Be it Rehman or Harris, most of the songs in all his films have been chartbusters in the south. Then the directot came out with an out and out psychological thriller film ‘Nadunisi Naigal’ with Sameera Reddy in the lead. Sans any songs, because of a very fast paced and thrilling story the film received mixed reviews from critics.
The director has roped in Prateik Babbar, son of late actress Smita Patel and actor- politician Raj Babbar, for the lead role and Amy Jackson will play the female lead. The shoot for this film which was supposed to have begun already was delayed because the hero of the film being tied up with Aamir’s ‘Dhobi Ghat’, suggest reports. Now we also hear that Ms. Jackson who made her debut appearance in ‘Madarasapattinam’ opposite Arya is learning her Hindi lessons for getting the language right for the film. The music for this Hindi remake too will be authored by A.R. Rahman.
Sneha rocks in Bollywood
The latest passenger from Kollywood to get a ticket to Bollywood is Sneha. The smiling beauty of Tamil cinema has been roped in for an upcoming Hindi movie, to be directed by Revathy Varma.
Sneha will play Naseeruddin Shah’s wife in the film titled ‘Mad Dad’. Popular Bollywood actress Ayesha Takia will play her daughter. “It is a challenging role and I love being part of the film,” she says.
According to Revathy Varma, Sneha’s looks in the film will be in 1980s style. “Sneha is a talented actor. She can perform any role with ease. This is the reason behind selecting her for the role,” the director says.
Sneha will play Naseeruddin Shah’s wife in the film titled ‘Mad Dad’. Popular Bollywood actress Ayesha Takia will play her daughter. “It is a challenging role and I love being part of the film,” she says.
According to Revathy Varma, Sneha’s looks in the film will be in 1980s style. “Sneha is a talented actor. She can perform any role with ease. This is the reason behind selecting her for the role,” the director says.
Sneha, who was last seen in ‘Bhavani’, is currently acting in ‘Vidiyal’, ‘Ponnar Sankar’ and ‘Murattu Kaalai’ in Tamil. “She has given bulk dates to Mad Dad and is eager to shoot for her maiden Hindi film,” sources close to her say.
Five Beautiful songs compossed by A.R.Rahman for Ponniyan Selvan
Ponniyin Selvan of Mani Ratnam is going to have great and outstanding music than ever by AR Rahman. Both Mani Ratnam & AR Rahman together gave many outstanding songs so far by continuing the same AR Rahman has completed five songs for this magnum opus.
Rahman gave all the five songs to Mani and the directed is elated with the tunes as they were simply outstanding. Mani approved all the five songs and he will commence the shoot for the songs very soon.
Right now Mani is busy with the pre production of the film. Ponniyin Selvan has Vijay, Mahesh Babu, Arya, and Sathyaraj in lead roles while sizzling beauty Anushka will be seen opposite Vijay. The rest of the cast are yet to be finalized.
Rahman gave all the five songs to Mani and the directed is elated with the tunes as they were simply outstanding. Mani approved all the five songs and he will commence the shoot for the songs very soon.
Right now Mani is busy with the pre production of the film. Ponniyin Selvan has Vijay, Mahesh Babu, Arya, and Sathyaraj in lead roles while sizzling beauty Anushka will be seen opposite Vijay. The rest of the cast are yet to be finalized.
Raana paired with Bipasha Basu in Dum Mera Dum
Raana is a Telugu actor who had acted in the film Leader. He is the grandson of the famous Telugu producer T Rama Naidu. Now he has paired with Bipasu Basu in the Hindi film Dum Mera Dum.
The film is to hit the screens next month. There is a news under circulation in Bollywood circles that Bipasu has fallen in love with Raana and because there is a conflict between John Abraham and her.
In between there was also news that Raana was in love with Shreya for the past five years and now Shreya’s parted way with him because of his love for Bipasu. Raana while speaking about this said," There is no truth in these news. I know Shreya from my college days. We are friends for the last 8 years. The news that we are in love is not true. Now they have started linking me with Bipasu Basu. I don’t know whether they are doing this for the sake of the publicity of this film. But I have great respect towards Bipasu. I don’t know from where these rumors are erupting."
Arya, Madhavan, Sameera Reddy and Amala Paul in Lingusamy's new Movie
Director Lingusamy, riding high on the success of his previous outing Paiyaa, has begun the shooting for the much-discussed Vettai. The shoot kick started in Karaikudi where a song is being shot with over 200 dancers. The song which goes 'Dumma Dumma Dummaa Dummmaa..Ponnu Anga Summa Summa..' has been penned by Na.Muthukumar. All the lead actors of the movie - Arya, Madhavan, Sameera Reddy and Amala Paul feature in the song. Arya and Madhavan play brothers in this film which also stars Nasser, Thambi Ramaiah and Raana.
After shooting at Karaikudi, the team will move to Tirunelveli and Thoothukudi. Vettai has music by Yuvan Shankar Raja and has Nirav Shah taking care of the cinematography. The movie is being produced by Tirupathi Brothers who are also producing several other movies such as 'Vazhakku En 18/9' directed by Balaji Shakthivel and an untitled film which is to be directed by Prabhu Solomon.
News is that, this production house will also produce another movie in Lingusamy's direction starring Vishal and will also produce a movie to be directed by Mysskin with Arya in the lead. Looks like the Arya-Mysskin movie is still on cards!
Vijay's support to Jaya's AIADMK
A press release from the AIADMK headquarters from Chennai states that director SA Chandrasekar had met the AIADMK chief J Jayalalitha to pledge his support to the party during the forthcoming elections. He also informed her that the members of the Ilayathalapathy Vijay Makkal Iyakkam will extend their full support in all the constituencies to ensure the party’s win.
The press note stated that Jayalalitha extends her thanks to actor Vijay and SA Chandrasekar for the support.
Vijay is currently busy shooting for Nanban and hence it is not clear if he would campaign for the AIADMK in person.
Vikram next flick in kollywood with Katrina Kaif
Vikram is wrapping up work on Deiva Thirumagan and is all set to begin work on a brand new exciting project. The film is to be called Karikalan and it will be directed by Kannan who has been responsible for the graphics in director Shankar’s movies. Karikalan is expected to be a mega budget entertainer with impressive special effects.
It is to be produced by Silver Line Film Factory, the makers of the recent Singam Puli. The buzz is that Katrina Kaif will be the heroine as she is said to be perfect for the part and the entire team is keen that she be a part of this project. Harris Jayaraj will do the music.
Sneha playain Prasanth's sister in "Ponnar Sankar"
You read it here on IndiaGlitz that Sneha is playing Prashanth’s sister in ‘Ponnar Sankar’, a historic movie based on a novel by Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M Karunanidhi and directed by Thyagarajan.
Now we have more details on the character the smiling beauty is doing in the film. The name of her character is Arukkani and she has a meaty role to play in ‘Ponnar Sankar’, we learn from sources.
“Sneha’s role in the film is very crucial and she has been given enough scope to show her acting skills. This is the reason behind the actress accepting the role,” ‘Ponnar Sankar’ unit members tell us.
Now we have more details on the character the smiling beauty is doing in the film. The name of her character is Arukkani and she has a meaty role to play in ‘Ponnar Sankar’, we learn from sources.
“Sneha’s role in the film is very crucial and she has been given enough scope to show her acting skills. This is the reason behind the actress accepting the role,” ‘Ponnar Sankar’ unit members tell us.
Produced by Lakshmi Shanthi Movies, Prashanth’s home banner, the audio of ‘Ponnar Sankar’ was launched by Karunanidhi on Sunday and the film is getting ready to hit the screens in April.
Dhanush-Andrea in Selvaraghavan's Erandam Ulagam
Selvaraghavan as per his commitment to UTV has to complete his Dhanush-Andrea starrer Erandam Ulagam, before he can start shoot with Kamal for Viswaroopam.
Selva, the professional that he is will start the last and final schedule of the film from April 11 in Chennai. During this 40 day shoot, he has to do the remaining four songs and talkie portion of the film.
Yuvan Shankar Raja is to provide music for the film, which is yet to be recorded. Ramji is the cinematographer. If Selva completes the shoot and finishes post production work of 'this intense love story'
UTV will release Erandam Ulagam by June end.
Udhayanidhi Stalin rocking
Maybe, Udhayanidhi Stalin didn’t have a really great start as a producer as his maiden production ‘Kuruvi’ bombed at box office. But soon, he learned the tactics of being a successful producer and got through a successful way. Especially in 2010, he had a remarkable journey as all his four movies became blockbusters.
To start off with, it’s ‘Vinnaithaandi Varuvaaya’ released in February that crossed 125 Days successfully in box office followed by Aarya-Amy Jackson starrer ‘Madharasapattinam’ that had 100 successful days in many theatres. More than all, it was Aarya’s ‘Boss Engira Baskaran’ became a big blockbuster and drew more crowds to the theatres in spite of ‘Endhiran’ release.
The Diwali release ‘Mynaa’ become an instant hit and stunned even the trade analysts as the results exceed their own expectations.
Marking the success of all these four movies, Udhayanidhi Stalin will have a huge celebration hosted through an event by next month herein Chennai.
It would have been a GIMME FIVE situation if his previous release ‘Manmadhan Ambu’ was also a success.
To start off with, it’s ‘Vinnaithaandi Varuvaaya’ released in February that crossed 125 Days successfully in box office followed by Aarya-Amy Jackson starrer ‘Madharasapattinam’ that had 100 successful days in many theatres. More than all, it was Aarya’s ‘Boss Engira Baskaran’ became a big blockbuster and drew more crowds to the theatres in spite of ‘Endhiran’ release.
The Diwali release ‘Mynaa’ become an instant hit and stunned even the trade analysts as the results exceed their own expectations.
Marking the success of all these four movies, Udhayanidhi Stalin will have a huge celebration hosted through an event by next month herein Chennai.
It would have been a GIMME FIVE situation if his previous release ‘Manmadhan Ambu’ was also a success.
Hot tamil girl Sakshi coming back to film industry
Sakshi who starred in films like Puthaiyal, Vedam, and Manasthan got married and chose to take a break from films. The slender actress will be seen after a long hiatus in a dance sequence for director Ameer’s Adibaghavan.
The film has Jeyam Ravi and Neetu Chandra doing the lead roles. Sakshi will provide the spice in this movie with a sizzling number. A huge set has been erected for the dance and as many as 150 dancers will be flown in from abroad. Sakshi is rehearsing diligently and is thrilled to don the greasepaint and face the camera ag
Vettai started rolling in Karaikkudi
The much awaited movie of this year ‘Vettai’ has started rolling in Karaikkudi that involved the entire star-casts (Arya, Madhavan, Sameera Reddy and Amala Paul). The song was choreographed by Brinda and had around 2000 artists participating in it. Following the huge success of ‘Paiyaa’, Lingusamy and his brother Subash Chandra Bose are producing this movie under their home banner of Tirupathi Brothers.
Soon after the completion of this schedule, the entire crew will move down to Tirunalveli and Tuticorin, where the major portions o the film will be shot. Yuvan Shankar Raja has composed couple of songs while Nirav Shah is winning praises of Lingusamy for his wonderful cinematography.
The film revolves around two brothers (Arya and Madhavan) and the disputes that emerge between them.
Soon after the completion of this schedule, the entire crew will move down to Tirunalveli and Tuticorin, where the major portions o the film will be shot. Yuvan Shankar Raja has composed couple of songs while Nirav Shah is winning praises of Lingusamy for his wonderful cinematography.
The film revolves around two brothers (Arya and Madhavan) and the disputes that emerge between them.
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