Sivakaasi
Cast Vijay, Asin, Geetha, Prakash Raj, Charanya, Vaiyapuri
Cinema photography Sunny V. Joseph
Editing V.Jayashankar
Stunt Rakki Rajesh, Thalapathi Dinesh
Music Srikanth Deva
Art G.K
Dance Dinesh, Ashok Raja, Shobi
Designs Lanka Baskar
Story, Screenplay, Dialogue, Lyrics, Direction Perarasu
Stills Ramani
Production A.M.Rathnam
PRO Nellai
Review
Vijay, Asin and director Perarasu come together in Sivakaasi. As the name suggests, this is a fiery, action-packed entertainer, since Sivakaasi is the famous cracker capital of India. But in this movie, spelt with 3 a's, it is the screen name of the hero, who comes from his home-town (Sivakaasi, of course) to Chennai to earn his livelihood.Perarasu has moulded Vijay to his tastes, while also retaining the USPs of Vijay, his has got a director who has really understood him and the needs of the fans. Vijay's films are generally never disappointing.
Vijay has delivered all that his fans expect – fights with real rage, street dances with real rhythm, good dialogues, a few jokes, a pinch of sentiment and real Chennai slang, smart dialogues, play on words, etc.The story is about Sivakaasi (Vijay) who is a welder by profession and comes to Cehnnai to earn his livelihood. He has to get along with Prakash Raj, his villainous brother, and in their fights and arguments, sparks fly between the two, generating heat and light onscreen.
Prakash Raj plays the role of a person so evil and threatening that he uses their own mother (played by the actress of yesteryears Geetha) as a pawn at times. Possibly both of them have given their best performances till date in Sivakaasi.The hero lives at Ranganathan Street and art director G.K. has brought the street into live using his skills and techniques. He comes to Sivakaasi to demolish the evil acts of his brother. In the meantime he also steals time to roam about with a rich girl(Asin), who eventually falls in love with him.
Vijay's performance as usual is really good. His abilities to dance well, crack jokes, expressive eyes, area all his talents put to fullest use. Asin has given him good company, and their on-screen chemistry is sparkling. Her retorts, arguments, and verbal exchanges with Vijay will surely make one laugh. Prakash Raj has done his role as usual. His acting and performance resemble that of Gilli. S.M. Bhaskar and Chitti Babu have taken the responsibility for the comedy and it is well done too.
The beat songs by Srikanth Deva will bring the roofs down and are already popular. The Iyer song where Asin dresses as an Iyer lady is melodious and very well picturised. Perarasu has done his job of penning the dialogues well too. He has exactly delivered what has to be delivered. The makers are confident the movie will be an explosive success at the box-office. This is one sparkling family entertainer released this Deepavali.
Comment : Definitely worth watching
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Sunday, November 06, 2005
Sivakasi - Movie Review 3
'Sivakasi'
An All Round Entertainer
By P. Sreekumaran
Film critic, ApunKaChoice.Com
The Vijay-Perarasu combination has worked wonders again. The duo had courted success in their first venture together, Tirupachi, which was a bumper hit. It also firmed up Vijay’s status as the virtual No 2 in Kollywood, next only to the redoubtable Rajnikant. Likewise, Sivakasi has got off to a fantastic opening as well. It has the stamp of success written all over it.
The success formula? Simple. Make it a masala movie with all the ingredients in the right measure. So Sivakasi has everything the ordinary Tamil filmgoer wants to see. Action scenes, stunts, comedy, peppy songs, delightful dance sequences topped by a sexy item number – you name it, and Sivakasi has it. No wonder, Vijay’s smile has become broader these days!
That said, it must be admitted that the film does strains credulity to a certain extent. But, then, who bothers about logic and things like that? Not the Vijay fans, who are happy lapping up the salacious stuff their hero has dished out on Diwali day.
A big slice of the credit must go to director Perarasu for keeping audience interest intact till the very end, despite the absence of logic. He has made it a pacy and entertaining affair with slick direction. An added bonus is excellent editing, which makes it a pleasure to watch. Perarasu had successfully employed the formula in Tirupachi. He has repeated it in Sivakasi with equal success. Only the locale is different.
In Tirupachi the story unfolds in the bucolic ambience of a village. Sivakasi sees the action taking place in an urban setting. Hero Sivakasi (Vijay) is man with a golden heart. A do-gooder, who dotes on his mother and sister. The theme revolves round the sacrifices he is called upon to make the mother and sister happy. Circumstances force him to leave the village and come to Chennai. But he has to go back to the village because his sister and mother (Geeta) are in trouble, thanks to the machinations and doings of his elder brother (Prakash Raj), who is an embodiment of evil.
Like in Tirupachi, in Sivakasi too Vijay has a rich girl vying for his love and attention. Performance-wise, Vijay leads the fun brigade. That he is no great shakes as an actor is known. But the ‘Ilaya Dalapathi’ manages to infuse fun and verve into his character. His girlfriend, Asin, is a perfect foil. The on-screen chemistry is wonderful and the comic interludes lively. Prakash Raj again excels as Vijay’s wicked brother. Villainy has become his forte these days. And it is another polished performance from Prakash. The only difference is the villainy is softened by a dash of buffoonery, which goes down well with the audience.
Geeta is adequate as Vijay’s mother, though she has not had her role properly fleshed out. The team of comedians including M.S Baskar and Chitti Babu tickle your funny bone. Another highlight of the film is an item number by Nayantara. Nayan oozes oomph, pandering to the taste of the frontbenchers. A performance even the current queen of glamour Namitha can be proud of!
Sivakasi also marks the coming of age of cameraman Sunny V.Joseph, who attracted attention with his excellent work in Rajni’s Chandramukhi.Composer Srikanth Deva has come out with a few numbers that go well with the mood of levity that animates the film.
All in all, Sivakasi is a cracker of a movie! Suspend your critical faculties, you will enjoy it!
An All Round Entertainer
By P. Sreekumaran
Film critic, ApunKaChoice.Com
The Vijay-Perarasu combination has worked wonders again. The duo had courted success in their first venture together, Tirupachi, which was a bumper hit. It also firmed up Vijay’s status as the virtual No 2 in Kollywood, next only to the redoubtable Rajnikant. Likewise, Sivakasi has got off to a fantastic opening as well. It has the stamp of success written all over it.
The success formula? Simple. Make it a masala movie with all the ingredients in the right measure. So Sivakasi has everything the ordinary Tamil filmgoer wants to see. Action scenes, stunts, comedy, peppy songs, delightful dance sequences topped by a sexy item number – you name it, and Sivakasi has it. No wonder, Vijay’s smile has become broader these days!
That said, it must be admitted that the film does strains credulity to a certain extent. But, then, who bothers about logic and things like that? Not the Vijay fans, who are happy lapping up the salacious stuff their hero has dished out on Diwali day.
A big slice of the credit must go to director Perarasu for keeping audience interest intact till the very end, despite the absence of logic. He has made it a pacy and entertaining affair with slick direction. An added bonus is excellent editing, which makes it a pleasure to watch. Perarasu had successfully employed the formula in Tirupachi. He has repeated it in Sivakasi with equal success. Only the locale is different.
In Tirupachi the story unfolds in the bucolic ambience of a village. Sivakasi sees the action taking place in an urban setting. Hero Sivakasi (Vijay) is man with a golden heart. A do-gooder, who dotes on his mother and sister. The theme revolves round the sacrifices he is called upon to make the mother and sister happy. Circumstances force him to leave the village and come to Chennai. But he has to go back to the village because his sister and mother (Geeta) are in trouble, thanks to the machinations and doings of his elder brother (Prakash Raj), who is an embodiment of evil.
Like in Tirupachi, in Sivakasi too Vijay has a rich girl vying for his love and attention. Performance-wise, Vijay leads the fun brigade. That he is no great shakes as an actor is known. But the ‘Ilaya Dalapathi’ manages to infuse fun and verve into his character. His girlfriend, Asin, is a perfect foil. The on-screen chemistry is wonderful and the comic interludes lively. Prakash Raj again excels as Vijay’s wicked brother. Villainy has become his forte these days. And it is another polished performance from Prakash. The only difference is the villainy is softened by a dash of buffoonery, which goes down well with the audience.
Geeta is adequate as Vijay’s mother, though she has not had her role properly fleshed out. The team of comedians including M.S Baskar and Chitti Babu tickle your funny bone. Another highlight of the film is an item number by Nayantara. Nayan oozes oomph, pandering to the taste of the frontbenchers. A performance even the current queen of glamour Namitha can be proud of!
Sivakasi also marks the coming of age of cameraman Sunny V.Joseph, who attracted attention with his excellent work in Rajni’s Chandramukhi.Composer Srikanth Deva has come out with a few numbers that go well with the mood of levity that animates the film.
All in all, Sivakasi is a cracker of a movie! Suspend your critical faculties, you will enjoy it!
Saturday, November 05, 2005
Vijay, on the pinnacle of success
Galatta.com
Vijay has proved himself again in his Sivakaasi. He has done a beautiful job and has satisfied the expectations of everyone. He is now busy with Aadhi and Puli. He is determined to make both these also grand successes.
When asked if he would ever step into politics, he said that he has the least idea of stepping into politics. He stated very clearly that his field of interest is acting alone.
Good luck, Vijay!
Sivakasi - A complete report
Just came back after watching Sivakasi...So suda suda report :-))
I have written too much but pls bear with me....I cannot just control myself....
The movie - In a single word "EXCELLENT"
It was awesome....
Vijay..I have no words to explain him in the film..Dance, comedy, Romance, stunts,sentiment,punch dialogues and what not??? He has become a super star already!!!! His intro to the end of the film..It cud not just stop admiring his actions...Gr8 gr8 job!!!
Asin- Very good...No heroine in a commercial movie will get a role better than this...And she had lots of chances to perform
Prakashraj - Once more Ghilli...Too gud!!
And all others have performed their roles to the mark...Geetha and the sister actress(I think Lakshana) need special mention here
Songs- All saravedis to keep up the mood of the film..However bgm cud have been done better
Logic - Far better than most films that come in the name of mass entertainers
All in all, pucca entertainer which will fulfill expectations of all sorts of audience...All audience enjoyed the film and clapped for many scenes...Kids enjoyed a lot!!!
Perarasu has chosen a tighter plot and done better screen play than Thiruppachi...Fights were limited and as already mentioned it is good that no one died finally...
It was 10 times better than Thiruppachi though not upto Gilli's mark...However if Thiruppachi was a super hit, just imagine wat wud this film be :))
Next regarding the audience...
As I watched in PVR Cinemas(Matinee), there were not much die hard fans, so had a peaceful watch..
But wait....I didn't mean that they were not enjoying the movie...
It was a housefull show(even the evening show, noon show were house full) and everyone enjoyed the film right from the beginning to end...It was evident from the happy faces that emerged out after the show...
My neighbours were Kannadigas who were amused initially by the scenes..But slowly they got into the mood of the film and really enjoyed it...
Next, about you friends feeling or rather worrying that Vijay will be termed as a low class entertainer....Today's show was full and full of Family audience except for a few...Right from small kids to older ones....Apart from that college guys and gals, not only Tamil ppl but also Kannadigas and Mallus were at the show...(My neighbours were Kannada ppl) And these were not at all low class audience....
I personally feel that ppl who are jealous of Vijay are trying to modify his image as an ordinary mass entertainer..But he has the charm and magic of a superstar...Ppl consider him as one in their family and love him in reality.
Just bcoz ppl dance and almost worship him in B and C centers, it doesn't mean they are low class audience!!! Watever galattas fans do is becoz of the fact that he hits their right pulse....If I am not watching it with so much crowd, I wud surely dance for songs and keep whistling :-))
Final point: The film will run for a least minimum of 200 days and I wish it should...But pls pls Vijay should work with Perarasu atleast after two years so that audience don't get bored...:-))
-Srinivasan Reporting from Bangalore :-)
I have written too much but pls bear with me....I cannot just control myself....
The movie - In a single word "EXCELLENT"
It was awesome....
Vijay..I have no words to explain him in the film..Dance, comedy, Romance, stunts,sentiment,punch dialogues and what not??? He has become a super star already!!!! His intro to the end of the film..It cud not just stop admiring his actions...Gr8 gr8 job!!!
Asin- Very good...No heroine in a commercial movie will get a role better than this...And she had lots of chances to perform
Prakashraj - Once more Ghilli...Too gud!!
And all others have performed their roles to the mark...Geetha and the sister actress(I think Lakshana) need special mention here
Songs- All saravedis to keep up the mood of the film..However bgm cud have been done better
Logic - Far better than most films that come in the name of mass entertainers
All in all, pucca entertainer which will fulfill expectations of all sorts of audience...All audience enjoyed the film and clapped for many scenes...Kids enjoyed a lot!!!
Perarasu has chosen a tighter plot and done better screen play than Thiruppachi...Fights were limited and as already mentioned it is good that no one died finally...
It was 10 times better than Thiruppachi though not upto Gilli's mark...However if Thiruppachi was a super hit, just imagine wat wud this film be :))
Next regarding the audience...
As I watched in PVR Cinemas(Matinee), there were not much die hard fans, so had a peaceful watch..
But wait....I didn't mean that they were not enjoying the movie...
It was a housefull show(even the evening show, noon show were house full) and everyone enjoyed the film right from the beginning to end...It was evident from the happy faces that emerged out after the show...
My neighbours were Kannadigas who were amused initially by the scenes..But slowly they got into the mood of the film and really enjoyed it...
Next, about you friends feeling or rather worrying that Vijay will be termed as a low class entertainer....Today's show was full and full of Family audience except for a few...Right from small kids to older ones....Apart from that college guys and gals, not only Tamil ppl but also Kannadigas and Mallus were at the show...(My neighbours were Kannada ppl) And these were not at all low class audience....
I personally feel that ppl who are jealous of Vijay are trying to modify his image as an ordinary mass entertainer..But he has the charm and magic of a superstar...Ppl consider him as one in their family and love him in reality.
Just bcoz ppl dance and almost worship him in B and C centers, it doesn't mean they are low class audience!!! Watever galattas fans do is becoz of the fact that he hits their right pulse....If I am not watching it with so much crowd, I wud surely dance for songs and keep whistling :-))
Final point: The film will run for a least minimum of 200 days and I wish it should...But pls pls Vijay should work with Perarasu atleast after two years so that audience don't get bored...:-))
-Srinivasan Reporting from Bangalore :-)
Friday, November 04, 2005
Vijay riding high
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Thursday, November 03, 2005
A grand opening!!!
IndiaGlitz
[Thursday, November 03, 2005]
'The Badshah of Box office' in Kollywood Vijay has done it once again.
His Deepavali release Sivakasi has witnessed unprecedented opening in all the centers where the movie has been released---- this includes even foreign countries.
The movie directed by Perarusu and produced by A M Rathnam, has witnessed huge queues in all theatres and tickets are going away in a jiffy at various theatres in the State.
Close on the heels of Sivakasi is Vikram's Majaa. The movie has seen 100 per cent collection in Chennai.
A remake of Thommanum Makkalaum, Majaa carries a mixed response from the audience. Next on the list is Srikanth's Bambhara Kannalae followed by Dhanush's Athu Oru Kanaa Kaalam. A contrived storyline and dragging second half are the minuses of the movie.
So it is still a Vijay vs Vikram race. Which V will eventually triumph?
[Thursday, November 03, 2005]
'The Badshah of Box office' in Kollywood Vijay has done it once again.
His Deepavali release Sivakasi has witnessed unprecedented opening in all the centers where the movie has been released---- this includes even foreign countries.
The movie directed by Perarusu and produced by A M Rathnam, has witnessed huge queues in all theatres and tickets are going away in a jiffy at various theatres in the State.
Close on the heels of Sivakasi is Vikram's Majaa. The movie has seen 100 per cent collection in Chennai.
A remake of Thommanum Makkalaum, Majaa carries a mixed response from the audience. Next on the list is Srikanth's Bambhara Kannalae followed by Dhanush's Athu Oru Kanaa Kaalam. A contrived storyline and dragging second half are the minuses of the movie.
So it is still a Vijay vs Vikram race. Which V will eventually triumph?
Sivakasi' gets Diwali blessings
| By MIO Team Nov 03, 2005, 09:06 |
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Hero Vijay's fans seem to love the film. A theatre at Chengalpet witnessed houseful in all shows on Diwali day. It run to a packed hall from 6.30 A.M till midnight. And there was festive mood around the theaters with thousands of youngsters clambering for tickets.
The story is no different in Kerala too. It had a great opening like that of Mohanlal's film. The theatres like Ernakulam, Sarita and Savita reported 100 percent collections in all the four shows.
Meanwhile, Vikram's film 'Maja' received mixed response, though it had a good opening. Whereas, Dhanush's film 'Athu Oru Kana Kalam' failed to show any sign of life at the box office.
Well, 'Sivakasi' is the clear winner this Diwali. And Vijay is the winning hero.
Vijay to act in a Prakash Raj movie?
Behindwoods.com
November 3, 2005
The duo of Vijay and Prakash Raj worked out well in the movie Ghilli and the movie was a blockbuster hit. Again, they have joined hands together for the movie Sivakasi. Though, the role of Prakash Raj in the movie was not up to that of Ghilli, he accepted because of Vijay’s request. So, they both have a good understanding between them.
While shooting was going on for Sivakasi, Vijay asked Prakash why he is always producing with new heroes and not producing with him. Prakash replied affirmatively saying that it is very difficult to get Vijay’s dates. He also added that he is ready to produce a movie with Vijay as hero and Prabhu Deva directs the movie. So, if this trio joins together it will be a real feast to the audience.
November 3, 2005
The duo of Vijay and Prakash Raj worked out well in the movie Ghilli and the movie was a blockbuster hit. Again, they have joined hands together for the movie Sivakasi. Though, the role of Prakash Raj in the movie was not up to that of Ghilli, he accepted because of Vijay’s request. So, they both have a good understanding between them.
Wednesday, November 02, 2005
Sivakasi - Movie Review 2
Review
Moviebuzz
Sivakasi
Movie Sivakasi
Director Perarasu
Producer A.M.Ratnam
Music Srikanth Deva
Cast Vijay, Asin, Prakash Raj
Vijay and director Perarasu likes to work in the easy comfort of the FORMULA- one that is all about a larger-than-life character, punchline dialogues with lot of colloquial usages, plenty of action where people fly around, outrageous songs with inane lyrics about water packets and thair sadam, red, yellow and pink bell bottom pants with high-heel shoes, an all sacrificing good hearted hero with oodles of mother and sister sentiments laced with a comic touch.
This FORMULA had worked well for director Perarasu and Vijay in Tirupachi and now the team has re-worked it. This formula however will test your patience as it is not meant for the class audience or for those seeking quality entertainment. Perarasu and Vijay believe only in catering to the mass audience who want their dose of unpretentious masala mix. The cardinal rule that one should follow while watching such `mass masala mix'(3M) is to suspend disbelief and never ask questions pertaining to logic.
The success of 3M films depend purely on how a director is able to keep his audience spellbound without a script and give him a time-pass entertainment. Perarasu has done an ulta (opposite) of Tirupachi in Sivakasi. In Tirupachi, the story that starts from a village moves to a city in the latter half but in Sivakasi the films opens in Renganathan Street, T.Nagar in Chennai where our hero Sivakasi (Vijay) is living in exile for the last 15 years. In the second half, he goes back to the village to save his sister and mother (Geeta) from his evil elder brother (Prakash Raj)! In both the films, the hero had a rich and modern girl trying to entice him and saying "I love you"!
Sivakasi works due to Vijay-THE SUPERSTAR. He takes the cake, cream and cherry and plays to the gallery with abandon and underlines his over-the-top character with an infectious sense of fun. The Vijay-Asin comic encounters add to the fun and they have a great on-screen chemistry. Prakash Raj as Vijay's scheming brother reworks his `I love you Chellam" act as a buffoon villain with panache. Geeta has an insipid role and the new breed of comedians like M.S Baskar, Chitti Babu and others raise a few laughs.
And the big surprise element is Nayantara who looks glamourous and attractive in an item number. Sunny V.Joseph's the cameraman of Chandramukhi has established himself with this film. GK's artwork is lifelike and Srikanth Deva's dapankoothu songs is just correct for the mood of the film. Sivakasi designed as a B-grade 3M extravaganza, is a cracker of a movie and delivers the goods.
Verdict: Satisfaction Guaranteed
Moviebuzz
Sivakasi
Movie Sivakasi
Director Perarasu
Producer A.M.Ratnam
Music Srikanth Deva
Cast Vijay, Asin, Prakash Raj
Vijay and director Perarasu likes to work in the easy comfort of the FORMULA- one that is all about a larger-than-life character, punchline dialogues with lot of colloquial usages, plenty of action where people fly around, outrageous songs with inane lyrics about water packets and thair sadam, red, yellow and pink bell bottom pants with high-heel shoes, an all sacrificing good hearted hero with oodles of mother and sister sentiments laced with a comic touch.
This FORMULA had worked well for director Perarasu and Vijay in Tirupachi and now the team has re-worked it. This formula however will test your patience as it is not meant for the class audience or for those seeking quality entertainment. Perarasu and Vijay believe only in catering to the mass audience who want their dose of unpretentious masala mix. The cardinal rule that one should follow while watching such `mass masala mix'(3M) is to suspend disbelief and never ask questions pertaining to logic.
The success of 3M films depend purely on how a director is able to keep his audience spellbound without a script and give him a time-pass entertainment. Perarasu has done an ulta (opposite) of Tirupachi in Sivakasi. In Tirupachi, the story that starts from a village moves to a city in the latter half but in Sivakasi the films opens in Renganathan Street, T.Nagar in Chennai where our hero Sivakasi (Vijay) is living in exile for the last 15 years. In the second half, he goes back to the village to save his sister and mother (Geeta) from his evil elder brother (Prakash Raj)! In both the films, the hero had a rich and modern girl trying to entice him and saying "I love you"!
Sivakasi works due to Vijay-THE SUPERSTAR. He takes the cake, cream and cherry and plays to the gallery with abandon and underlines his over-the-top character with an infectious sense of fun. The Vijay-Asin comic encounters add to the fun and they have a great on-screen chemistry. Prakash Raj as Vijay's scheming brother reworks his `I love you Chellam" act as a buffoon villain with panache. Geeta has an insipid role and the new breed of comedians like M.S Baskar, Chitti Babu and others raise a few laughs.
And the big surprise element is Nayantara who looks glamourous and attractive in an item number. Sunny V.Joseph's the cameraman of Chandramukhi has established himself with this film. GK's artwork is lifelike and Srikanth Deva's dapankoothu songs is just correct for the mood of the film. Sivakasi designed as a B-grade 3M extravaganza, is a cracker of a movie and delivers the goods.
Verdict: Satisfaction Guaranteed
King of opening!
King of opening!
By Moviebuzz
Wednesday, 02 November , 2005, 09:19
Among the Diwali releases early indications are that Vijay's Sivakasi is the clear winner. The film has taken an extraordinary opening all over Tamilnadu and Kerala (237 prints). The trade is asking- "Will it be a Ghilli or Tirupachi?
It is early days, but Vijay fans who saw the film are appreciating it. In a theatre at Chengalpet near Chennai, shows started at 6.30 am on Diwali day and the last show was held around midnight with all shows Housefull. Serpentine queues were seen in front of theatres screening the film and the premises had a festival mood with thousands of youngsters trying to get a ticket!
And in Kerala, Sivakasi has taken a bumper opening, as big as a Mohanlal film In Ernakulam, Sarita and Savita (combined seating capacity 1787) all four shows have reported 100 percent collections.
Meanwhile Vikram's Majaa also has taken a good opening but the film carries mixed reports. Dhanush's Athu Oru Kana Kalam is lukewarm at box-office.
By Moviebuzz
Wednesday, 02 November , 2005, 09:19
Among the Diwali releases early indications are that Vijay's Sivakasi is the clear winner. The film has taken an extraordinary opening all over Tamilnadu and Kerala (237 prints). The trade is asking- "Will it be a Ghilli or Tirupachi?
It is early days, but Vijay fans who saw the film are appreciating it. In a theatre at Chengalpet near Chennai, shows started at 6.30 am on Diwali day and the last show was held around midnight with all shows Housefull. Serpentine queues were seen in front of theatres screening the film and the premises had a festival mood with thousands of youngsters trying to get a ticket!
And in Kerala, Sivakasi has taken a bumper opening, as big as a Mohanlal film In Ernakulam, Sarita and Savita (combined seating capacity 1787) all four shows have reported 100 percent collections.
Meanwhile Vikram's Majaa also has taken a good opening but the film carries mixed reports. Dhanush's Athu Oru Kana Kalam is lukewarm at box-office.
Vijay Deepavali
Atlast the Diwali exitement is all over....I was so happy today....I must mention something here...This is my first Diwali as a Vijay fan :)) But I am cursing myself for missing all this exitement for all these years....Anywayz, better late than never :)
I spent my whole day staying glued to TV watching Vijay's specials...Unfortunately missed the Pudhu paadal...Hope to see them in coming days...and yes, shud watch Sivakasi asap....
I started off with "Singamle" in Vijay TV, followed by "Iyakkunargal Paarvayil Ilayathalapathy Vijay" in Raj TV, then Vijay spl in SS Music and "Ungalodu Naan" in SUN TV...I was too tired to watch Friends so slept off nicely :)) Newayz, I had watch it 3 or 4 times earlier...
It appeared like he has dedicated the whole of this Diwali for his fans...Already we have a bumper prize in the name of Sivakasi...In addition, these interviews and wat not? He danced for his fans, sang for them and he lived his day for them(or us :)) )
The most touching moment was when a girl in CSI deaf n dumb ashram in Sivakasi asked Vijay(actually a staff asked on behalf of the girl) "I am like your sister...But do u feel sad that u don't have a sister?" He smiled for a moment and said pointing to the girl "Idho thangachi irukkulla..."(Here is my sister)
I felt really happy and proud for Vijay...It was just like my brother getting all this fame...I wish him all success in future too and am sure that we will have a blockbuster with Sivakasi 4 this diwali....
I spent my whole day staying glued to TV watching Vijay's specials...Unfortunately missed the Pudhu paadal...Hope to see them in coming days...and yes, shud watch Sivakasi asap....
I started off with "Singamle" in Vijay TV, followed by "Iyakkunargal Paarvayil Ilayathalapathy Vijay" in Raj TV, then Vijay spl in SS Music and "Ungalodu Naan" in SUN TV...I was too tired to watch Friends so slept off nicely :)) Newayz, I had watch it 3 or 4 times earlier...
It appeared like he has dedicated the whole of this Diwali for his fans...Already we have a bumper prize in the name of Sivakasi...In addition, these interviews and wat not? He danced for his fans, sang for them and he lived his day for them(or us :)) )
The most touching moment was when a girl in CSI deaf n dumb ashram in Sivakasi asked Vijay(actually a staff asked on behalf of the girl) "I am like your sister...But do u feel sad that u don't have a sister?" He smiled for a moment and said pointing to the girl "Idho thangachi irukkulla..."(Here is my sister)
I felt really happy and proud for Vijay...It was just like my brother getting all this fame...I wish him all success in future too and am sure that we will have a blockbuster with Sivakasi 4 this diwali....
Sivakasi - Movie Review 1
Copyright: Behindwoods.com
Director – Perarasu
Starring – Vijay, Asin
Producer – A M Ratnam
This Diwali, Sivakasi is said to be in the lead as per the analysis. It is said that 147 theatres in Tamil Nadu and 80 theatres in Kerela has been booked for the movie Sivakasi. Asin Vijay combination is no doubt the pulse of the youth and is proved with the release today. The applaud in the theatres are remarkable and for certain actions and style of Vijay There was a constant word repeat and once more.
Vijay's style in the movie had made the audience exhilarating and this will lead to an unbendable competition with other release of today. The second film by Perarasu with Vijay has given an astounding effect as it is the mother's sentiment that fascinated the audience and Geetha's role as Vijay's mother had brought out the beauty of mother's eagerness, enthusiasm, and the passion of a mother for the son, that had captured the lady's mind and it could be felt as they left the theatre.
Vijay lives in a village in Sivakasi .He comes to Chennai and seeks a job and he works in a welding shop. The routine life is portrayed for a while. He comes across Asin (hema) and he falls in love with her. Asin's father runs a jewelry shop and hearing this he becomes infuriated and the problems that had occurred should be eye witnessed and observed through the movie. First half of the story is very interesting with humorous dialogue, fun, jokes between Asin and Vijay, and it extends to Vijay apologizing with her.
The film is a challenge for Asin and she has superbly performed to the focus of the audience. Prakash Raj is the villain and a brother to Vijay The dialogue between Vijay and Prakash Raj and the stunt actions are the high point of the movie .The second half of the story is how the mother gets protection from the son .The stunt sequences ends up into a climax where Vijay and Asin joins hand and brings happiness and joy to both of them.
The movie is worth seeing as it includes sentiment and entertainment. It is a action paired entertainer and worth considering. Director Perarasu has moulded Vijay in such a way the smack will give him a remarkable victory and the producer has shaped the movie unquestionably well, it is definitely going to be the strike of the day.The song Deepavali Deepavali is a mixture of western and folk in a right manner and the rhythm of the guitar adds beauty to the song which will be ever remembered by the audience. The dance by Asin and Vijay for this song with yellow dress adds serenity and charm to the movie.
All the songs penned by Perarasu and set to music by Srikanth Deva has a different significance to the movie .The song Kodambakkam area a dapankuthu song and Nayanthara's dance has captured the young youth whose whistling for once again was vibrating the theatre But the lyrics and orchestration for the song Ada Enatha..and Enn Thevaithukey did not motivate the audience at all.
The camera by Sekhar V.joseph and art direction by G.K. has worked out marvelously for certain centres. But still more focus could have been give to the satisfaction of some of the audience Not much of Technical facet as the film does not demand much .But on the whole the movie is a family oriented one and is worth seeing. The whole credit goes to Perarasu and A.M Rathnam for bringing out a movie of specialty and will be a big gust. Let us wait and see for the DEEPAVALI FEAST OF THIS MOVIE.
Director – Perarasu
Starring – Vijay, Asin
Producer – A M Ratnam
This Diwali, Sivakasi is said to be in the lead as per the analysis. It is said that 147 theatres in Tamil Nadu and 80 theatres in Kerela has been booked for the movie Sivakasi. Asin Vijay combination is no doubt the pulse of the youth and is proved with the release today. The applaud in the theatres are remarkable and for certain actions and style of Vijay There was a constant word repeat and once more.
Vijay's style in the movie had made the audience exhilarating and this will lead to an unbendable competition with other release of today. The second film by Perarasu with Vijay has given an astounding effect as it is the mother's sentiment that fascinated the audience and Geetha's role as Vijay's mother had brought out the beauty of mother's eagerness, enthusiasm, and the passion of a mother for the son, that had captured the lady's mind and it could be felt as they left the theatre.
Vijay lives in a village in Sivakasi .He comes to Chennai and seeks a job and he works in a welding shop. The routine life is portrayed for a while. He comes across Asin (hema) and he falls in love with her. Asin's father runs a jewelry shop and hearing this he becomes infuriated and the problems that had occurred should be eye witnessed and observed through the movie. First half of the story is very interesting with humorous dialogue, fun, jokes between Asin and Vijay, and it extends to Vijay apologizing with her.
The film is a challenge for Asin and she has superbly performed to the focus of the audience. Prakash Raj is the villain and a brother to Vijay The dialogue between Vijay and Prakash Raj and the stunt actions are the high point of the movie .The second half of the story is how the mother gets protection from the son .The stunt sequences ends up into a climax where Vijay and Asin joins hand and brings happiness and joy to both of them.
The movie is worth seeing as it includes sentiment and entertainment. It is a action paired entertainer and worth considering. Director Perarasu has moulded Vijay in such a way the smack will give him a remarkable victory and the producer has shaped the movie unquestionably well, it is definitely going to be the strike of the day.The song Deepavali Deepavali is a mixture of western and folk in a right manner and the rhythm of the guitar adds beauty to the song which will be ever remembered by the audience. The dance by Asin and Vijay for this song with yellow dress adds serenity and charm to the movie.
All the songs penned by Perarasu and set to music by Srikanth Deva has a different significance to the movie .The song Kodambakkam area a dapankuthu song and Nayanthara's dance has captured the young youth whose whistling for once again was vibrating the theatre But the lyrics and orchestration for the song Ada Enatha..and Enn Thevaithukey did not motivate the audience at all.
The camera by Sekhar V.joseph and art direction by G.K. has worked out marvelously for certain centres. But still more focus could have been give to the satisfaction of some of the audience Not much of Technical facet as the film does not demand much .But on the whole the movie is a family oriented one and is worth seeing. The whole credit goes to Perarasu and A.M Rathnam for bringing out a movie of specialty and will be a big gust. Let us wait and see for the DEEPAVALI FEAST OF THIS MOVIE.
Monday, October 31, 2005
Vijay overtakes Vikram - Pre-release situation
Pushing Siyan to the back, Vijay is in the forefront by 3 crores.
Dakara dakara songs, super fights and emotional scenes will make it difficult for 'Sivakasi' to be dragged to the shore, whispered the Kodambakkam gossip vine. But the film has quietly created a record.
'Thavamai Thavamirundhu' and 'June R' that were slated for a Deepavali release got out of the race due to several reasons. The films currently in the race are 'Sivakasi,' 'Majaa,' 'Adhu Oru
Kanaakaalam' and 'Perusu.'
'Adhu Oru Kanaakaalam' had no takers so the producer is himself distributing in some areas. Dhanush has bought the rights for 3 districts. Produced for 4 crores, only after the release can one see if the film will do well or flop miserably.
Vikram's 'Majaa' was produced for 6 ½ crores and sold for 13 crores. This includes Andhra, Kerala, overseas market as well as audio rights. So, when the film is released, the producer Rockline
Venkatesh will be richer by 6 ½ crores.
'Sivakasi' gets first place in the Deepavali sales. Produced at a cost of 7 crores, the film has been sold for 16 crores. This is 3 crores more than 'Majaa.' Whether the film runs or not, producer A M
Rathnam reaps a 9 crores profit.
The Sivakasi fireworks is ample proof that Vijay is fast becoming a junior superstar!
Cinesouth.com
Dakara dakara songs, super fights and emotional scenes will make it difficult for 'Sivakasi' to be dragged to the shore, whispered the Kodambakkam gossip vine. But the film has quietly created a record.
'Thavamai Thavamirundhu' and 'June R' that were slated for a Deepavali release got out of the race due to several reasons. The films currently in the race are 'Sivakasi,' 'Majaa,' 'Adhu Oru
Kanaakaalam' and 'Perusu.'
'Adhu Oru Kanaakaalam' had no takers so the producer is himself distributing in some areas. Dhanush has bought the rights for 3 districts. Produced for 4 crores, only after the release can one see if the film will do well or flop miserably.
Vikram's 'Majaa' was produced for 6 ½ crores and sold for 13 crores. This includes Andhra, Kerala, overseas market as well as audio rights. So, when the film is released, the producer Rockline
Venkatesh will be richer by 6 ½ crores.
'Sivakasi' gets first place in the Deepavali sales. Produced at a cost of 7 crores, the film has been sold for 16 crores. This is 3 crores more than 'Majaa.' Whether the film runs or not, producer A M
Rathnam reaps a 9 crores profit.
The Sivakasi fireworks is ample proof that Vijay is fast becoming a junior superstar!
Cinesouth.com
Tuesday, October 25, 2005
Vijay's secret formula
IndiaGlitz
[Tuesday, October 25, 2005]
[Tuesday, October 25, 2005]
Vijay is a reliable customer in Kollywood for he assures a commercial success in every film of his.
Producers queue behind him for he has the mass appeal to attract audience to theatres.
Asked the secret behind his success, Vijay says ‘I evince interest not just in acting, but also in different departments like editing, dubbing and music in every film of mine. But I will never interfere in other’s job. This has brought good rewards to my film'.
'I am extremely happy that all my producers are making profits. The credit should go not just to me, but also to the whole team including my co-artistes and the directors'.
Vijay, who has completed almost a decade in filmdom, is an admirer of young actors like Surya, Dhanush, Simbu, Bharath and Arya.
He says, 'lots of talented youngsters have come to industry, which is a welcome sign'.
Though Vijay has played several roles, he is yet to play a police officer. His long cherished desire is to fulfill with Puli.
He says, 'after my home production Adhi, I play an honest police officer in Puli'
Vijay off to Sivakasi to frolic with his fans
Behindwoods.com
October 25, 2005
This Deepavali will surely be a cracker. Vijay's much awaited film promises plenty of fireworks. The trailers show a veritable feast of action, romance and comedy. Vijay left for Sivakasi to spend some time with his fans. Standard Fireworks which is a noted brand in crackers has partly sponsored the film.
As part of his promotional campaign for the film, Vijay drove through Sivakasi in an open jeep and the simple village folk were overjoyed to see their screen idol. He expressed happiness at the affection shown to him and requested them to make the film a big success.
October 25, 2005
This Deepavali will surely be a cracker. Vijay's much awaited film promises plenty of fireworks. The trailers show a veritable feast of action, romance and comedy. Vijay left for Sivakasi to spend some time with his fans. Standard Fireworks which is a noted brand in crackers has partly sponsored the film.
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