Ilaya Thalapathy Vijay is busy shooting for Villu that is directed by Prabhu Deva. After he completes this flick of Prabhu Deva, he will move over to A V M films for a project. This will be his 49th film. Further on, Vijay has plans to do his 50th film for his father S A Chandrashekar for V V creations.
It has been said in Kollywood circles that eminent producer A M Rathnam is keen to rope in Vijay for his next venture which will be Vijay's 51st film. Vijay - Rathnam combination has had blockbuster hits like Kushi and Gilli in the past and trade circles believe that Vijay also will be eager to work with Rathnam once again.
Reliable sources say that Rathnam is listening to many scripts and is in the process of choosing the best that would suit Vijay.
All about Ilayathalapathy Vijay
Friday, October 17, 2008
Thursday, October 16, 2008
Ameer makes a hint
The people of Cine Journalists Association (CJA) presented the Cine Critics Award to the outstandingly talented people of the film industry on 12th October, at Four Frames Theatre, Chennai. The function was presided over by A Thamizhanban, head of the association and Veteran director K Balachandar graced the event by distributing the awards. 'Paruthi Veeran' made a hat-trick by bagging three of the awards for the best movie, best director Ameer
and best actress Priyamani.
Director Ameer was seen elated and he expressed his delight saying that the awards have been given to the deserving talents. He said that he is not against larger than life cinema and also said that commercial cinema and art cinema should go in parallel.
Ameer expressed that he himself is a fan of Rajinikanth but he said when it comes to recognizing an artist for talents, popularity or charisma alone should not be taken into account.
He spoke at the function as - Presenting the `Best actor award' for mass heroes like Rajinikanth or Vijay based on the commercial success of their films, through polls or popularity is something
that should not be entertained. `Rajini, Vijay are capable of acting well. But they don't feature in films which exhibit their talent or offer much scope for performance. They can be awarded as `Best Popular actor', `Best Mass Hero' and their films as `Best blockbuster' for their commercial success.
and best actress Priyamani.
Director Ameer was seen elated and he expressed his delight saying that the awards have been given to the deserving talents. He said that he is not against larger than life cinema and also said that commercial cinema and art cinema should go in parallel.
Ameer expressed that he himself is a fan of Rajinikanth but he said when it comes to recognizing an artist for talents, popularity or charisma alone should not be taken into account.
He spoke at the function as - Presenting the `Best actor award' for mass heroes like Rajinikanth or Vijay based on the commercial success of their films, through polls or popularity is something
that should not be entertained. `Rajini, Vijay are capable of acting well. But they don't feature in films which exhibit their talent or offer much scope for performance. They can be awarded as `Best Popular actor', `Best Mass Hero' and their films as `Best blockbuster' for their commercial success.
Wednesday, October 15, 2008
Virulent Vijay and Hilarious Vadivelu in Bangkok!
Villu and co flew to Bangkok last week for shooting some vital scenes. Vadivelu is the man behind comedy in Villu and more interesting news is that he is very busy delivering a wide range of hilarious performance for comedy ingredient of the movie.
His comedy in Seval releasing on Deepavali is certain to be a grand success.
http://www.ayngaran.com/newsdetails.php?newsid=125
His comedy in Seval releasing on Deepavali is certain to be a grand success.
http://www.ayngaran
Saturday, October 11, 2008
Mass song in Pollachi for Vijay`s Villu
The Vijay- Nayanthara action entertainer Villu, directed by Prabhu Deva is making brisk progress. Last week, during the nights, action scenes were canned for the film in and arond the busy streets of Chennai.
The film has some awesome action scenes which are very crucial to the story. After completing the Chennai schedule, the unit has now left for Pollachi to shoot a song for the film.According to sources in the industry, Prabhu Deva wants to shoot the ultimate Kuthu song for the film. Remember some of the most popular Kuthu numbers in Tamil cinema have featured our Ilayathalapathy.
One of the major highlights of Vijay- Prabhu Deva’s earlier Pokkiri was the songs and its picturisation. Who can forget the chartbusting kuthu number Mambazham ma…? Similarly in Villu, music director Devi Sri Prasad is said to have composed a mass kuthu number which will be picturised on Vijay and Nayanthara in Pollachi this week. The song, it is believed, is sure to make the fans of the star happy.
Source: Times of India
The film has some awesome action scenes which are very crucial to the story. After completing the Chennai schedule, the unit has now left for Pollachi to shoot a song for the film.According to sources in the industry, Prabhu Deva wants to shoot the ultimate Kuthu song for the film. Remember some of the most popular Kuthu numbers in Tamil cinema have featured our Ilayathalapathy.
One of the major highlights of Vijay- Prabhu Deva’s earlier Pokkiri was the songs and its picturisation. Who can forget the chartbusting kuthu number Mambazham ma…? Similarly in Villu, music director Devi Sri Prasad is said to have composed a mass kuthu number which will be picturised on Vijay and Nayanthara in Pollachi this week. The song, it is believed, is sure to make the fans of the star happy.
Source: Times of India
Friday, October 10, 2008
Arrest during Villu shoots!
Mano Bala, the comedian, had few interesting details to share about his forthcoming film Villu. Talking about his experience while shooting in Pattaya, Thailand, the actor said that the team was filming a fight sequence, choreographed by stunt master FEFSI Vijayan, in which he was required to chase a few terrorists.
The director had placed the cameras alongside the road and Mano Bala was pillion riding when a few policemen stopped them for over speeding. The police arrested Mano Bala even after repeatedly insisting that it was for shooting purposes only.
Later, the team contacted the office of Ayngaran International in Thailand, which presented a letter to the police substantiating that it was only for shooting purposes.
The director had placed the cameras alongside the road and Mano Bala was pillion riding when a few policemen stopped them for over speeding. The police arrested Mano Bala even after repeatedly insisting that it was for shooting purposes only.
Later, the team contacted the office of Ayngaran International in Thailand, which presented a letter to the police substantiating that it was only for shooting purposes.
Wednesday, October 08, 2008
Police Officer for Vijay and Vikram
Manoj K Jayan who starred as a police officer in Vikram's Dhool is a versatile actor essaying varied kind of roles. In the Malayalam film industry, he is known for his portrayal of different characters with lot of sensitivity and has earned the acclaim of both mass and class.
In Dharani's Dhool, Manoj's character was highly pivotal and was much talked about. His strict countenance should be luring the directors to offer him police officer's roles and he will once again be seen in Vijay's Villu as a police official.
Sources from the unit feel that Manoj's role has been chiseled very well by director Prabhu Deva and once the film releases, his career is sure to boom further
http://www.behindwoods.com/tamil-movie-news-1/oct-08-03/villu-15-10- 08.html
In Dharani's Dhool, Manoj's character was highly pivotal and was much talked about. His strict countenance should be luring the directors to offer him police officer's roles and he will once again be seen in Vijay's Villu as a police official.
Sources from the unit feel that Manoj's role has been chiseled very well by director Prabhu Deva and once the film releases, his career is sure to boom further
http://www.behindwo
Monday, October 06, 2008
Kuruvi - 150 days - pics at Sify
The Vijay- Trisha starrer Kuruvi directed by Dharani and produced by Udayanidhi Stalin`s `Red Giant movies', celebrated its 150 days run at Park Sheraton in Chennai on Saturday evening (Oct 4).
The special guests at the evening were K.Balachandar, who made a lengthy speech praising Udayanidhi Stalin and Tamil Film Producers Council chief Ramanarayanan.
Udayanidhi Stalin`s simplicity and down-to-earth nature was evident at the function as he received the trophy from KB sir
Surya, Udayanidhi`s next hero also came for the function though Nayanthara who is also a part of that film was conspicuous by her absence
Vivek as usual was in his elements including narrating a tongue-in-cheek funny story featuring his favourite punching bag Trisha.
There was speculation early in the evening whether Trisha would come for the function as she is not on best of terms with the hero of the film.
But half way through the function, Trisha and her mom Uma along with her best friends consisting of Ramya Krishnan and her sister Vini made a dramatic entry
Trisha said that she was in Hyderabad and had to rush back to attend the function
Udayanidhi went out of his way to make everybody comfortable, as nearly 1500 people including fans of Ilayathapathy turned up for the function. In Pic: Sibiraj with wife , mom and Venkat Prabhu.
As everyone was praising Vijay throughout, the actor was seen in his usual pensive mood
Kuruvi still flying high
October 06, 2008
Red Giant Movies Kuruvi is still flying high and has completed 150 days since release. To mark the occasion and acknowledge the contribution of the cast, crew, distributors and exhibitors, the production held a vetrivizha at the Park Sheraton Hotel.
The hall was packed and to add to the glitzy feel was the presence of top personalities of the Tamil film firmament.
Director K Balachander was the chief guest and Producer’s Council President, Rama Narayanan was the guest of honour.
Producer Udayanidhi and director Dharini welcomed guests warmly.
Tinseltown was well represented by SA Chandrasekar, RB Chowdary, KS Ravikumar, Vijay, Sangeetha, Suriya, Trisha, Ramya Krishnan, Sibiraj along with his mother and wife, Revathi, Vivek and Murugan, Lollu Sabha Jeeva and Narain amongst others.
It was a special day for the cast and crew as they went on stage to receive mementoes after which distributors and exhibitors were called upon to be felicitated by Vijay, Dharini and Udayanidhi.
Director K Balachander was all praise for Vijay and reiterated that he was indeed the next ‘Superstar in waiting’.The veteran heaped praise on each leading member of the cast for their performances.
The mood was indeed jubilant in the Kuruvi camp and the grand party captured the prevailing mood of the team
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The guests at Kuruvi's 150th Day celebrations were in for a shock when ace director K. Balachander suggested that VCD and DVDs must be legalized. According to him, VCD and DVD rights could be sold legally so that it would bring the issue to an end. The director rued that the
stringent laws curbing piracy have had no results.
Balachander disclosed that his health conditions did not allow him to see Kuruvi in theatres and he opted for a DVD instead. On a lighter note he added that the print was on par with the original. Balachander, along with the President of the Producers' Council, Rama Narayanan,
handed over the mementos to the actors, director and technicians of Kuruvi.
Link: http://www.behindwoods.com/tamil-movie-news-1/oct-08-02/Kuruvi-06-10- 08.html
Red Giant Movies Kuruvi is still flying high and has completed 150 days since release. To mark the occasion and acknowledge the contribution of the cast, crew, distributors and exhibitors, the production held a vetrivizha at the Park Sheraton Hotel.
The hall was packed and to add to the glitzy feel was the presence of top personalities of the Tamil film firmament.
Director K Balachander was the chief guest and Producer’s Council President, Rama Narayanan was the guest of honour.
Producer Udayanidhi and director Dharini welcomed guests warmly.
Tinseltown was well represented by SA Chandrasekar, RB Chowdary, KS Ravikumar, Vijay, Sangeetha, Suriya, Trisha, Ramya Krishnan, Sibiraj along with his mother and wife, Revathi, Vivek and Murugan, Lollu Sabha Jeeva and Narain amongst others.
It was a special day for the cast and crew as they went on stage to receive mementoes after which distributors and exhibitors were called upon to be felicitated by Vijay, Dharini and Udayanidhi.
Director K Balachander was all praise for Vijay and reiterated that he was indeed the next ‘Superstar in waiting’.The veteran heaped praise on each leading member of the cast for their performances.
The mood was indeed jubilant in the Kuruvi camp and the grand party captured the prevailing mood of the team
++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
The guests at Kuruvi's 150th Day celebrations were in for a shock when ace director K. Balachander suggested that VCD and DVDs must be legalized. According to him, VCD and DVD rights could be sold legally so that it would bring the issue to an end. The director rued that the
stringent laws curbing piracy have had no results.
Balachander disclosed that his health conditions did not allow him to see Kuruvi in theatres and he opted for a DVD instead. On a lighter note he added that the print was on par with the original. Balachander, along with the President of the Producers' Council, Rama Narayanan,
handed over the mementos to the actors, director and technicians of Kuruvi.
Link: http://www.behindwo
Sunday, October 05, 2008
'Kuruvi' 150 Days Function
| IndiaGlitz [Sunday, October 05, 2008] |
| Having completed the 150 day run, the team who made 'Kuruvi' fly high celebrated the success on 4th of October at Hotel Park Sheraton, Chennai. Produced by Udhayanidhi Stalin, the movie made a spectacular success all over the state. The function was presided over by veteran director K Balachander and Tamil Film Producers' Council president Rama Narayanan made his presence felt in the occasion. 'Kuruvi' made with Vijay – Trisha – Dharani, is a commercial hit and restated the success made earlier by the same trio in 'Ghilli'. Music was set to tunes by Vidyasagar. The celebration was studded with the presence of people from the film fraternity and important personalities in their entirety. |
Saturday, October 04, 2008
Kuruvi celebrates its success
Kuruvi has completed 150 successful days and is celebrating the occasion today in a grand manner. Producer Udhayanidhi Stalin is holding a celebration function at Hotel Park Sheraton today.
Veteran film director K. Balachander and Film Producers Association President Mr. Ramanarayanan will preside over this grand function.
Kuruvi, produced by CM Dr. Karunanidhi's grandson Udhayanidhi Stalin,turned out to be a wonderful entertainer of recent times. Starring the hit pair of Vijay-Trisha and comedian Vivek, the film won the hearts and support of cinema goers.
Veteran film director K. Balachander and Film Producers Association President Mr. Ramanarayanan will preside over this grand function.
Kuruvi, produced by CM Dr. Karunanidhi's grandson Udhayanidhi Stalin,turned out to be a wonderful entertainer of recent times. Starring the hit pair of Vijay-Trisha and comedian Vivek, the film won the hearts and support of cinema goers.
Rajnikanth loses to Vijay!
Rajnikanth, presently the highest paid actor in India, came a poor fourth in a state-wide opinion poll conducted by students of a private educational institution.
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The poll was conducted by Loyola College students and late thespians M.G. Ramachandran and Sivaji Ganeshan came first and second.
Vijay, relatively less known than Rajnikanth, has ranked third in the poll by getting 16.4 percent votes, while Rajnikanth got 16.2.
Last year, Rajnikanth had topped the list followed by Vijaykanth.
The pollsters attributed the matinee idol's fall from the top position to his latest flop 'Kuselan'. The star is presently abroad shooting for Shankar's 'Robot'.
Actor-turned- politician Vijaykanth came fifth by getting 10.7 percent of the votes.
Amongst actresses, National Award winning B. Saroja Devi topped the favourite list, while J. Jayalalitha, AIADMK leaer, former chief minister and current leader of opposition, was ranked number two.
The third and fourth positions amongst former femme fatales were taken by the faded out K.R. Vijaya and recent retiree Jyothika Surya.
Controversial actress and television host Khushboo Sundar came fifth.
None of the current female heartthrobs including Trisha, Shreya Saran and Nayanthara came anywhere close to their seniors
“Aamir Khan is a big fan of Vijay’s dance”-Murugadoss
From Murugadoss's interview to Behindwoods:
Did you happen to meet any of your Tamil crewmembers while on the Gajini shoot?
I met Vijay accidently in a lift at Ramoji Rao Studios. After initial pleasantries he asked me if he could visit the Gajini sets. I was shocked and invited him personally to the sets and introduced him to Aamir. To my surprise, Aamir immediately recognized him and said that he is a fan of Vijay and his dance. He also recollected how he and his wife would be glued to his songs on TV while in Chennai. Aamir also met Manobala during that occasion and remembered him from Gajini. Those ten days are unforgettable in my life. I also met Thotta Dharani in one of the Telugu film sets. It was like visiting a close relative’s house. The hospitality was simply remarkable.
You once said only Vijayakanth could carry off the Ramana character.
Although I don’t keep actors in mind while framing stories, I do think Ramana’s character is etched out for Vijayakanth. I did not in the wildest of my dreams think of working with Aamir while creating Gajini. Same way Dheena was supposed to have Vijay and turned out to be an Ajith film. Gajini was made for Ajith and Surya ended up starring in it. This ideology works for my Telugu movies too. It’s funny; sometimes I have Kunjaramma in mind while creating a story. That’s how things work with me.
Did you happen to meet any of your Tamil crewmembers while on the Gajini shoot?
I met Vijay accidently in a lift at Ramoji Rao Studios. After initial pleasantries he asked me if he could visit the Gajini sets. I was shocked and invited him personally to the sets and introduced him to Aamir. To my surprise, Aamir immediately recognized him and said that he is a fan of Vijay and his dance. He also recollected how he and his wife would be glued to his songs on TV while in Chennai. Aamir also met Manobala during that occasion and remembered him from Gajini. Those ten days are unforgettable in my life. I also met Thotta Dharani in one of the Telugu film sets. It was like visiting a close relative’s house. The hospitality was simply remarkable.
You once said only Vijayakanth could carry off the Ramana character.
Although I don’t keep actors in mind while framing stories, I do think Ramana’s character is etched out for Vijayakanth. I did not in the wildest of my dreams think of working with Aamir while creating Gajini. Same way Dheena was supposed to have Vijay and turned out to be an Ajith film. Gajini was made for Ajith and Surya ended up starring in it. This ideology works for my Telugu movies too. It’s funny; sometimes I have Kunjaramma in mind while creating a story. That’s how things work with me.
Friday, October 03, 2008
Ajith nears his half-century
IndiaGlitz
[Friday, October 03, 2008]
Close on the heels of actor Vijay nearing his 50th film, actor Ajith too has joined him in the race. 'Aegan' starring Ajith, is his 48th film (directed by choreographer Raju Sundaram) which is ready for release on Deepaavali. His next would be directed by Gautham Menon for Sivaji Productions. All eyes are now focussed on who would direct Ajith for his 50th film.
Interestingly Vijay's 48th film is 'Villu' and is directed by Prabhudeva. His next would be 'Vettaikaran' followed by his 50th film to be produced by his father S A Chandrasekharan. The director is still to be finalised.
The fact that two popular heroes of Tamil cinema nearing their 50th film is a moment to cherish for their fans.
Guys while reading this news a fantastic idea came to my mind. How about VJ & Ajith in a multistarrer, their 50th film ?
[Friday, October 03, 2008]
Close on the heels of actor Vijay nearing his 50th film, actor Ajith too has joined him in the race. 'Aegan' starring Ajith, is his 48th film (directed by choreographer Raju Sundaram) which is ready for release on Deepaavali. His next would be directed by Gautham Menon for Sivaji Productions. All eyes are now focussed on who would direct Ajith for his 50th film.
Interestingly Vijay's 48th film is 'Villu' and is directed by Prabhudeva. His next would be 'Vettaikaran' followed by his 50th film to be produced by his father S A Chandrasekharan. The director is still to be finalised.
The fact that two popular heroes of Tamil cinema nearing their 50th film is a moment to cherish for their fans.
Guys while reading this news a fantastic idea came to my mind. How about VJ & Ajith in a multistarrer, their 50th film ?
Vijay’s memorable Gandhi Jayanthi
The 140th Gandhi Jayanthi celebration at the Raj Bhavan was a memorable event with His Excellency Governor Surjit Singh Barnala inaugurating the paintings of the Chennai-based painter A.P. Sreedhar. There were 18 paintings in all and each one of it had an apt title.
The paintings exhibited released Gandhiji's conviction, defiance, affection, determination and perseverance among others. Speaking at the event, the Governor recalled his interactions with
Mahatma Gandhi.
All the paintings had a commentary to it which makes the exhibition even more interesting. Noted actor Vijay, along his father and director S.A.Chandrasekar visited that exhibition and was in awe with Sreedhar's work.
Link: http://www.behindwoods.com/tamil-movie-news-1/oct-08-01/vijay-03-10-08.html
The paintings exhibited released Gandhiji's conviction, defiance, affection, determination and perseverance among others. Speaking at the event, the Governor recalled his interactions with
Mahatma Gandhi.
All the paintings had a commentary to it which makes the exhibition even more interesting. Noted actor Vijay, along his father and director S.A.Chandrasekar visited that exhibition and was in awe with Sreedhar's work.
Link: http://www.behindwo
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Wednesday, October 01, 2008
Kuruvi' and its 150 day flight
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