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Wednesday 30 October 2013

ARRAMBAM REVIEW FIRST ON NET


This time it is Thala Diwali, with Ajith sizzling the screen with Aarambam! He has good support with Arya, Nayan, Rana, Tapsee and a horde of cast. Aarambam is a flick where style meets action in a predicted way trying to make it big counting on Ajith's tremendous performance. The story in limelight is the usual Old wine in new bottle and as always the presentation counts and that has made all the difference. 



STORY:

Ashok aka AK (Ajith), with the help of Maya (Nayanthara), kidnaps Arjun (Arya), a talented hawker. With the help of Arjun, Ashok crashes the network of a media group.

In the meantime, Arjun also comes to know that Ashok is behind serial blasts in Mumbai. He is helpless however, since he and his lover Maya (Tapsee) are in the custody of Ashok.

Even as performing the orders of Ashok, Arjun lays a trap and ensures that Ashok is caught by the police team, led by Prakash (Kishore).

However, after coming to know the past of Ashok (who is a police officer cheated by a Minister (Mahesh Manjrekar), a top police official (Atul Kulkarni), a media baron and a journalist (Suman Ranganathan), Arjun decides to help him.

While on their mission, the duo of Ashok and Arjun learns that the Minister is planning to cheat the country in a much bigger way. What next is a racy climax.

ANALYSIS:

Ajith clearly sets an example as to what kind of characters an actor above 40 can do. Without any romance or duets, he simply walks away with all honours, with his performance, body language and stunts.

The actor performs dare devil stunts and they are a treat to watch. Arya is impressive and plays an otherwise cool guy who becomes hot due to his surroundings.

Nayanthara, as 'woman friday' of Ajith, is good. Tapsee adds value to her innocent role. Rana Daggubati is the surprise package, as the Tollywood actor, who plays Ajith's friend, reminds us the sacrifice of Mumbai police officer Hemant Karkare.

Kishore, Atul Kulkarni, Suma Ranganathan, Akshara Gowda and others adequate.

Due credits to director Vishnuvardhan and writers Suba, who prove the value of the script and narration. The filmmaker wins for the second time in the company of Ajith, after Billa.

Om Prakash's cinematography is a big strength. On the other hand, the big letdown is songs by Yuvan Shankar Raja, though his background score is okay.

On the flip side, the flashback scenes are little slow and the climax dialogues between Ajith and Mahesh Manjrekar could have been shortened.

But there is no denying that Arrambam is an ultimate Deepavali treat for Ajith fans
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Movie Rating: 3.75/5
Thursday 24 October 2013

Mallika Sherawat abused


Actress Mallika Sherawat who has starred in Kamal Haasan 'Dasavathaaram' halted the shoot of her show 'The Bachelorette India - Mere Khaylaon Ki Mallika' for whole three days after one of the contestants reportedly used a cuss word against her. In what was supposed to be the gathering of affable suitors on the sets of the dating reality show, the contestants entered into a verbal spat over difference of opinion on the actress.

During the brawl, one of the contestants cast aspersions on Mallika reducing her to tears, even as celebrity guest Mahesh Bhatt was watching on, sources said. Mallika left the shoot immediately, sources said, adding that she was very upset and refused to shoot for the show.

The cast and crew did their best to convince her, however, the actress did not relent and stalled the shoot for three days. She agreed to shoot only after intervention by top bosses of the production house, sources said.

'The Bachelorette India -Mere Khayalon Ki Mallika' is a spin-off from the American competitive reality dating game show.
Wednesday 23 October 2013

Endrendrum Punnagai Tracklist


Endrendrum Punnagai is the upcoming Tamil film in the direction of I. Mueenuddin Ahmed with Jeeva, Trisha, Vinay Rai, Andrea Jeremiah and Santhanam as part of lead cast. Produced by G.K.M. Tamil Kumaran and Dr. Ramadoss, Endrendrum Punnagai music is by Harris jayaraj, who has given six mesmerizing songs for the movie.
Sony Music Company will be marketing Endrendrum Punnagai audio, while film will be distributed by Red Giant Movies banner.
Here we go with Endrendrum Punnagai tracklist…
Song 01.Yealae Yealae Dosthu Da
Song 02.Ennai Saaithaalae
Song 03.Kadal Naan Thaan
Song 04.Vaan Engum Nee Minna
Song 05.Othayilae
Song 06.Ennatha Solla








Tuesday 22 October 2013

Raja Rani crosses 50 crore mark

Raja Rani starring Arya, Nayanthara, Jai, Nazriya Nazim and Sathyraj hit the screens on September 27. The film directed by debutant Atlee has been doing wonders at the Box Office ever since its release. The film has received tremendous response from the audience.

The makers of Raja Rani have issued a press release stating that the film has collected around 50 crores in the first 25 days. Raja Rani is the third highest grosser of the year. The film is set to be screened at the 15th edition of Mumbai Film Festival on 24th October.
Raja Rani BO collections indicate that it is the biggest opening in Arya’s career till date. The film was produced by AR Murugadoss jointly with Fox Star Studios. GV Prakash has scored the music.

Monday 21 October 2013

Arrambam - Some interesting tidbits

Before fixing on the title Arrambam, director Vishnuvardhan had about 4 to 4.5 pages of title options and it wasn't any marketing strategy to hold back the title. The team was looking for something that would suit the story and hence waited long for the final choice. They announced it as soon as they fixed the title. 
Neil Roy has done the title design, with the power button taking a prominent place, and Neil has worked on all Vishnuvardhan title designs including the much-loved Billa logo. 
The team has used different masters for different action sequences and songs, based on the theme of that particular sequence. Choreographer Dinesh has done the choreography for two songs and Shobi has choreographed the song "En Fuse Pochu".
The story of Arrambam was not written specifically for Ajith. He would be seen just as the character that he plays in the film and his role wasn't modified for the sake of his mass image.
The movie introduces Akshara Gowda in a prominent character role. She plays the daughter of Mahesh Manjrekar, who is also marking his debut in Tamil films. Akshara Gowda will appear in the much hyped boat chase sequence.
Nayanthara has a played a role which is beyond glamour. She apparently is involved in some surprising stunt sequences.
The total run time of Arrambam is more than 2 hours. Precisely "2 hours and tic toc tic toc" - Ajith i-shtyle.

The world's biggest family: The man with 39 wives, 94 children and 33 grandchildren

Ziona Chana lives with all of them in a 100-room mansionHis wives take it in turns to share his bed.It takes 30 whole chickens just to make dinner.

He is head of the world's biggest family - and says he is 'blessed'  to have his 39 wives. 

Ziona Chana also has 94 children, 14-daughters-in-law and 33 grandchildren.
They live in a 100-room, four storey house set amidst the hills of Baktwang village in the Indian state of Mizoram, where the wives sleep in giant communal dormitories.



You treat this place like a hotel: With 100 rooms, the Ziona mansion is the biggest concrete structure in the hilly village of Baktawng in Mizoram, India

Mr Chana told the Sun: 'Today I feel like God's special child. He's given me so many people to look after.
'I consider myself a lucky man to be the husband of 39 women and head of the world's largest family.'
The family is organised with almost military discipline, with the oldest wife Zathiangi organising her fellow partners to perform household chores such as cleaning, washing and preparing meals. 
One evening meal can see them pluck 30 chickens, peel 132lb of potatoes and boil up to 220lb of rice.
Coincidentally, Mr Chana is also head of a sect that allows members to take as many wives as he wants.

 Feeling peckish? The senior ladies of the Chana family show what it takes just to make a meal


The wives and me: Mr Ziona Chana poses with his 39 wives at their home in Baktawng
He even married ten women in one year, when he was at his most prolific, and enjoys his own double bed while his wives have to make do with communal dormitories. 
He keeps the youngest women near to his bedroom with the older members of the family sleeping further away - and there is a rotation system for who visits Mr Chana's bedroom.
Rinkmini, one of Mr Chana's wives who is 35 years old, said: 'We stay around him as he is the most important person in the house. He is the most handsome person in the village.

Thursday 17 October 2013

G.V.Prakash's Love Story with Sri Divya

The Young Music Director G.V Prakash was all set to transform himself to an actor in a movie titled "Pencil" which was to be directed by a former assistant of Gautham Vasudev Menon.
GV portrays the role of 12th Standard student in this thriller, Initial reports had it that Priya Anand would be playing the female lead but those reports have been thrashed as rumors.
The official incoming report is that current Kollywood sensation the Oodha Color Ribbon Sri Divya will be pairing up with G.V Prakash for exciting project. Gopi Amarantha of Pizza fame will be cranking up the camera with GV also incharge of the Music Department.
The movie is expected to go on floors on the month of December.

Surya - Lingusamy project is a 3D Movie !

Surya who recently hit the breaking news after dropping out of Gautham Menon's Dhruva Natchathiram has accounted for lost time by commencing the lingusamy project. Samantha Ruth Prabhu will pair up with Surya for the first time with Yuvan Shankar Raja scoring the music.


The latest buzz on the project is the prospect it being a 3D movie, Reliable sources add it was the reason why Cinematographer Santhosh Sivan was roped in by Lingusamy at the last moment.
Suriya-Lingusamy film will be the first in world to use ‘Red Dragon’ Camera, The Ace Cinematographer said  "This morning, it was a splendid moment to witness yet another incredulous extravaganza as Tamil industry becomes the first to shoot a film with ‘Red Dragon Digital’ Camera in the world. I want the technological advancement to first happen in Chennai and this is one such sign,Although the visual medium remains the same, such advancements in camera results in enhancing the pictorial details”.
Director Lingusamy revealed “I have been waiting for a very long time to make a film with Suriya. Post-Vettai, I spent a quality time in nurturing this project and crafted this script. In the recent times, there are lots of young filmmakers rocking in the industry. I have to prepare myself to compete with them. This film is yet to be titled and we have an excellent team of techncians. I have been an ardent fan of Santhosh Sivan from the time I watched his ‘Thalapathy’. Yuvan Shankar Raja scores music, Rajeevan is the art director and Anthony is editor. Brindha Saarathy pens dialogues. Samantha plays the female lead role.”
Surya who's back off a blockbuster in Singam said, “I am really privileged to be a part of this project. I have been the visual magic of Santhosh Sivan sir from my childhood and I’m happy to be a part of this project. It gets me more excited we are the first one to use ‘Red Dragon’ Camera in the entire world and world famous filmmakers like Ridley Scott are going to use it.”
The film goes on floors from November 15 and is scheduled for release in May 2013.
Cast and Crew: Banner: Tiruapthi Brothers Production: Subash Chandra Bose Direction: Lingusamy Lead actors: Suriya, Samantha Music: Yuvan Shankar Raja Cinematography: Santhosh Sivan Editing: Anthony Art: Rajeevan PRO: Johnson


Wednesday 9 October 2013

Sathyaraj Presents Naayigal Jaakirathai Shooting starts today in Coimbatore



Actor Sibiraj starts his new film Naayigal Jaakirathai from today and it will be directed by Nanayam Fame Director Sakthi Soundararajan. The film Shoot kick starts at Coimbatore and the team is planning to shoot their upcoming shedules in ooty, Chennai, Palakkad, Banglore and ladakh.

According to the sources the will have a dog which is playing an important character equal to hero's role. The dog is military trained and never seen before action sequences will be a major highlight of the movie. The film is said to be laced up with humour, Action and Comedy.

Naayigal Jaakirathai Crew 

Lead roles: Sibiraj, Arundathi, Manobala, RJ Balaji
Story, Direction : Sakthi Soundarajan
Music : Dharan Kumar 
Cinematpgraphy : Nizar 
Editing : Praveen
Songs : Madhan karky
Banner : Nathambal Film Factory

Kamal’s role in Uthama Villain

As the title indicates, Kamal will play an anti hero in Uthama Villain, say sources. There is also a buzz that it could be on the lines of Robin Hood but there is no official announcement on this yet.
We hear that Uthama Villain is a bilingual and will be made in Tamil and Hindi simultaneously. Kamal wants to lay his hands in the international market as well and hence has been releasing his films in Hindi as well. Vishwaroopam was released as Vishwaroop earlier this year, it may be recalled here. Ramesh Aravind will be wielding the megaphone for this film and the shooting will commence in Karnataka, announced Kamal recently.
Sunday 6 October 2013

Engae Pogudho Vaanam - Kochadaiiyaan Lyrics

Engae Pogudho Vaanam Enge Pogudho Vaanam
Ange Pogirom Naamum

Enge Pogutho Vaanam
Ange Pogirom Naamum
Vaazhvil Meendai Vaiyam Vendrai
Ellai Unakillai Thalaivaa..
Kaatrin Paadalgal Endrume Theeraathu
Vetri Changoli Endrume Oyathu.. Oyathu..

Hey Unathu Vaalaal Oru Sooriyanai Undakku
Hey Enathu Thozha Nam Thaai Naatai Onaakku

Aagayam Thaduththaal Paayum Paravai Aavom
Maamalaigal Thaduththaal Thaavum Megam Aavom
Kaadu Thaduththaal Kaatrai Povom
Kadale Thaduththaal Meengal Aavom
Theera Vairam Un Nenjam Nenjam Nenjam
Vetri Unai Vanthu Kenjum Kenjum Kenjum
Latchiyam Enbathellaam Vali Kandu Pirappathadaa
Vetrigal Enbathellaam Vaal Kandu Pirappathadaa

Enge Pogutho Vaanam
Ange Pøgirøm Naamum
Vaazhvil Meendai Vaiyam Vendrai
Èllai Unakillai Thalaivaa..

Ènthan Villum, Šølliya Šøllum
Èntha Naalum Pøithathillai
Ilaya Šingame Èzhunthu Pøraadu Pøraadu..
Theera Vairam Un Nenjam Nenjam Nenjam
Vetri Unai Vanthu Kenjum Kenjum Kenjum
Ungalin Vaazhuthukalaal Uyir Køndu Èzhunthu Vittaen
Vaazhthiya Manangalukku Èn Vaazhkaiyai Vazhangi Vittaen

Hey Unathu Vaalaal Oru Šøøriyanai Undakku
Hey Ènathu Thøzha Nam Thaai Naatai Onaakku

Ènge Pøguthø Vaanam
Ange Pøgirøm Naamum
Vaazhvil Meendai Vaiyam Vendrai
Èllai Unakillai Thalaivaa..
Kaatrin Paadalgal Èndrume Theeraathu
Vetri Changøli Èndrumae Oyathu.. Oyathu..


  • Singers      :  SPB
  • Composer :  A.R.Rahman
  • Lyrics        :  Vairamuthu

Saturday 5 October 2013

Thala Interview in The Hindu


Ajith Kumar whose Arrambam is set for a Diwali release gets talking to Nikhil Raghavan about being a director’s actor, his upcoming production Veeram and his passion for racing, flying and photography

Billa (2007) was a landmark film for Ajith Kumar — a film that brought together director Vishnuvardhan and Ajith. The duo, during the making of the film, made up their minds to come together again sometime soon. Meanwhile, Vishnuvardhan got busy with his own projects and Ajith completed director Venkat Prabhu’s Mankatha, another huge hit, and Billa 2. The two have joined forces again and the result: Arrambam, a movie slated for a grand Diwali release. Ajith is busy with director Siva’s Veeram getting ready for an early 2014 release. Excerpts from an interview with the actor: 
How would you describe your roles in Arrambam and Veeram?
The best part of both films is the diversity of roles. In Arrambam, my character is very stylish, on the lines of Billa and Mankatha. I play a mean guy —imagine a politically incorrect character. As with all A. M. Rathnam films, there will be a strong social message. Some of the issues dealt with are universal in nature.
As for Veeram, I play a rustic character, attired in a dhoti most of the time. I have enjoyed doing this action-oriented role; I think the last time I did such a role was in Attagasam.
What is the one thing that you look for in a role?
I consider myself a professional actor, paid to do the job — to enact the role as conceived by the director. Fortunately, in most of the films I have done so far, the scripts carried roles that suited me. I have progressed from youthful, romantic roles to action and now more mature ones. I do believe in the bound script but it doesn’t always happen. Sometimes you have to trust a director’s capability. I look for compatibility with the producer as well as the director. At the end of the day, we are all here to give our best and for me, there should be job satisfaction.
Are you a director’s actor? How much do you contribute to a film or a role?
I am driven by the director’s vision. As an actor, I do offer suggestions. I think if we use our talent to improvise within the area of acting, without infringing on the director’s creativity, it proves beneficial to the film. When there are no egos to tackle on the set, it makes life wonderful.
What has given you satisfaction — playing a romantic hero, an action hero or an actor with negative shades?
I have done my share of romantic films in my youth. I have grown older and insist that I will only play roles that suit my present looks, salt and pepper hair included. Luckily, Mankatha and Billa 2 came along. Now, in Arrambam and Veeram, the trend continues. Remember, doing characters with a slight negative shade does not take away the romance and fight out of you! I try to do roles I am comfortable with. Work is a motivation for me, irrespective of the character I play.
Health and fitness issues have plagued you in recent times. Despite the risks involved, why do you prefer to do most of the stunts yourself?
Accidents and injuries are part of this profession — call them occupational hazards. Thankfully, I have had good doctors who have helped me recover fast. Health and fitness are issues for anyone in any vocation. As for stunts, to an extent, we have to do them ourselves to lend them authenticity. Of course, there are professional stuntmen who are paid to do sequences and we as actors have always respected them. Many a time, they have come to our rescue too. Today’s audiences are very discerning and can spot a badly done stunt scene with doubles. So we have to give them their money’s worth when they come to watch our films.
Your love for speed and safe driving skills is a curious combination.
I have been both a bike and car racer since I was 18. I love speed but with caution. Having raced in India and abroad under internationally renowned drivers, I have learnt the art and the need to adopt safe driving practices. Today, when I ride my superbikes even on the road, I ensure I wear a helmet, gloves, boots and, on long drives, an overall. I plan to launch a website that will be updated with lots of advice, guidance and videos taken during my road trips on my two superbikes – BMW and Aprilia.
Issues related to society, environment… which is closest to your heart?
I believe if you are an honest taxpayer, that itself is a huge contribution to society. It’s the responsibility of the various government departments to use the taxpayers’ money for the benefit of society and the environment. I do my best for my family and personal staff. We co-exist — as much as they depend on me for their livelihood, my family and I depend on them too. I would not like to publicise my philanthropic activities.
Besides acting, you’re passionate about flying, aero-modelling and photography.
Due to several reasons, I couldn’t acquire a private pilot licence. I did the next best thing — aero-modelling. I have a collection of model aircraft which I fly from a private airstrip near Chennai. Post Arrambam and Veeram, I plan to undergo a long-pending surgery to repair a torn ligament in my leg. After this, I will go abroad on a six-month vacation to not just recuperate but also to indulge in aero-modelling at one of the leading centres. Photography is a passion and I think I have an eye for the unusual. I do not do this for any commercial reason, though.