CinemaFrom heartwarming dramas to captivating romances, experience the best of Dulquer Salmaan's filmography.Screenshot from Sita RamamApart from acting in romantic comedies, actor Dulquer Salmaan over the years has evolved as an actor with his ability to perform a wide range of characters. From heartwarming dramas to romantic comedies, Dulquer's ability to bring depth and charisma to his characters shines through. The actor surprised everybody by choosing to act in an intense film like Kammattipaadam (2016). Besides being a bonafide star, the filmography of the actor shows that he has been willing to experiment with even characters having a negative shade. Dulquer will be soon seen in the period gangster film King of Kotha. The film is set to hit theaters in August as an Onam release. So, it is the perfect time to delve into his filmography and revisit his must-watch movies. Here is a list of must-watch Dulquer...
- 7/13/2023
- by Jahnavi
- The News Minute
TollywoodThe role is now being played by Keerthy Suresh.Digital Native samantha_DN 750x500.jpgIt is well known that Keerthy Suresh is playing the legendary actor Savitri in her biopic Mahanati. The multilingual film to be released in Telugu, Tamil and Malayalam is currently being shot in various locations. While Keerthy is now playing Savitri, did you know that the first choice for the role was Samantha? Yes, Samantha who is now playing a journalist in the film, was first considered for the title role. But she was replaced with Keerthy Suresh after the film’s director Nag Ashwin felt that a new face would be more apt for the role. Moreover, the film will be told from the journalist’s perspectiv, therefore, Samantha would have a meaty role to play in it. According to sources close to the filmmakers, Samantha was extremely sportive about the roles being swapped and agreed to be a part of the biopic. Directed by Nag Ashwin and produced under the banner Vyjayanthi Movies, the film is gearing up for release on March 29th next year. It has an impressive start cast with Keerthy Suresh as Savitri, Dulquer Salmaan as Gemini Ganesan, Samantha Akkineni as Jamuna, Mohan Babu as Sv Ranga Rao, Vijay Devarakonda, Shalini Pandey and Prakash Raj as Aluri Chakrapani. Mickey J Meyer is composing music for this film with cinematographer Dani Sanchez-Lopez cranking the camera. The film’s Telugu version is titled Mahanati, while its Tamil version is Nadgayar Thilagam. Born on 6 December 1936, Savitri was one of the finest actors in tinsel town. She has acted in scores of Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, Kannada and Hindi movies. She was married to actor Gemini Ganesan and had two children. Savitri, the recipient of several awards and honors including the Rashtrapati Award, Nandi Award, and Kalaimamani, reportedly died of substance abuse at the age of 47. Enanble Notification: NoTnm Marquee: No...
- 12/13/2017
- by Editor
- The News Minute
The biopic on Savitri, Mahanati, went on to the floors recently with the shooting going on as planned.
The multilingual film is being made in Tamil, Telugu and Malayalam simultaneously, starring Dulquer Salmaan, Keerthy Suresh and Samantha Ruth Prabhu in the lead roles.
While Duqluer will play the role of actor Gemini Ganesan, who was Savitri’s husband, Keerthy Suresh will be seen playing the legendary actor herself.
The multilingual film is being made in Tamil, Telugu and Malayalam simultaneously, starring Dulquer Salmaan, Keerthy Suresh and Samantha Ruth Prabhu in the lead roles.
While Duqluer will play the role of actor Gemini Ganesan, who was Savitri’s husband, Keerthy Suresh will be seen playing the legendary actor herself.
- 9/1/2017
- by TNM NEWS
- The News Minute
The shooting of the Savitri biopic Mahanati in Telugu and Nadigayar Thilagam in Tamil is currently in progress and we hear that it will have Prakash Raj in an important role. The film will also be released in Malayalam.
The veteran actor has been signed up to play producer Alur Chakrapani in the biopic of the veteran actor. While Keerthy Suresh will be seen playing Savitri in the film, it has Dulquer Salmaan playing her husband and hero Gemini Ganesan. Samantha Ruth Prabhu will be playing a journalist and the film is told from her perspective about the actor.
The veteran actor has been signed up to play producer Alur Chakrapani in the biopic of the veteran actor. While Keerthy Suresh will be seen playing Savitri in the film, it has Dulquer Salmaan playing her husband and hero Gemini Ganesan. Samantha Ruth Prabhu will be playing a journalist and the film is told from her perspective about the actor.
- 8/22/2017
- by TNM NEWS
- The News Minute
On the occasion of Dulquer Salmaan's birthday, a promo featuring him as Gemini Ganesan has been released by Vijayanthi Movies.
Dulquer is acting as Gemini Ganesan in the Savitri biopic Mahanati. The poster calls him 'Kadhal Mannan' (the king of love) which was the title of the veteran hero.
Mahanati also has Keerthy Suresh and Samantha in lead roles. Keerthy will be playing Savitri while Samantha will be seen as a journalist.
In the black and white picture, Dulquer is styled like Gemini Ganesan with the trademark wavy hair and moustache.
Dulquer is acting as Gemini Ganesan in the Savitri biopic Mahanati. The poster calls him 'Kadhal Mannan' (the king of love) which was the title of the veteran hero.
Mahanati also has Keerthy Suresh and Samantha in lead roles. Keerthy will be playing Savitri while Samantha will be seen as a journalist.
In the black and white picture, Dulquer is styled like Gemini Ganesan with the trademark wavy hair and moustache.
- 7/28/2017
- by TNM NEWS
- The News Minute
Last seen in Mani Ratnam’s Ok Kanmani, Malayalam heartthrob Dulquer Salmaan is all set to take Tamil filmdom by storm once again. After recently signing Mahanati, the Savitri biopic in which he plays the role of Gemini Ganesan , he has bagged his fourth Tamil project, to be directed by debutant Ra. Karthik. Apparently, the film is a travel-based script and the young director has been in talks with Dulquer for over a year.
With the project slated to go on the floors in December, the makers are in the process of finalising the rest of the cast.
With the project slated to go on the floors in December, the makers are in the process of finalising the rest of the cast.
- 6/14/2017
- by TNM NEWS
- The News Minute
Chennai, April 29: Debutant Tamil actor Abhay, grandson of yesteryear actors Gemini Ganeshan and Savithri, is set to reprise the role of math genius Srinivasa Ramanujan in upcoming Tamil-English bilingual "Ramanujan".
"Abhay will play the titular character of the math genius in the film, which will feature southern actress Bhama as his wife. The film is being simultaneously made in Tamil and English," said a statement.
"Suhasini Maniratnam will play crucial role of that of Ramanujan's mother," the statement added.
Directed Gnana Rajasekaran is bringing the story of the great mathematician's extraordinary contributions.
"Abhay will play the titular character of the math genius in the film, which will feature southern actress Bhama as his wife. The film is being simultaneously made in Tamil and English," said a statement.
"Suhasini Maniratnam will play crucial role of that of Ramanujan's mother," the statement added.
Directed Gnana Rajasekaran is bringing the story of the great mathematician's extraordinary contributions.
- 4/29/2013
- by Diksha Singh
- RealBollywood.com
Chennai, April 14: Veteran playback singer P.B. Srinivas, known for crooning thousands of chartbusters in southern languages, died here Sunday, a family member said. He was 82.
"He was not keeping well for the last few days. He had difficulty in breathing. He passed away at his residence in Saidapet," the member said.
Srinivas approximately sang over 3,000 songs in a career spanning over four decades. He sang most songs for Tamil actor Gemini Ganesan and Kannada actor Rajkumar.
Some of his best songs include "Yaar yaar avar yaaro", "Neeli kannula needala lona" and "Ellu hogalla". His last song was from the 2010 Tamil film "Aayirathil.
"He was not keeping well for the last few days. He had difficulty in breathing. He passed away at his residence in Saidapet," the member said.
Srinivas approximately sang over 3,000 songs in a career spanning over four decades. He sang most songs for Tamil actor Gemini Ganesan and Kannada actor Rajkumar.
Some of his best songs include "Yaar yaar avar yaaro", "Neeli kannula needala lona" and "Ellu hogalla". His last song was from the 2010 Tamil film "Aayirathil.
- 4/14/2013
- by Ketali Mehta
- RealBollywood.com
Actress Rekha turns 58 today. Her real name was Banurekha Ganeshan, which she shortened to Rekha. Rekha started her career as a child actress in a Telugu movie Rangula Ratnam. She was not interested in acting, but the financial problems in her family made her take up acting as a career. She was born to Tamil actor Gemini Ganeshan and actress Pushpavalli. However Gemini declined to be his father. Her first successful movie was a Kannada film, Goa dalli Cid 999, which was released in 1969. In the same year she moved to Bombay for a better career. But she was very vulnerable and men took benefit of that. Her first Hindi movie Sawan Bhado was ...
- 10/10/2012
- Bollywoodmantra.com
Rekha, the epitome of beauty and sensuality after mesmerizing the Indian audience for over three decades will now be felicitated for her 'Outstanding Achievement in Indian Cinema' at the Iifa Awards 2012 to be held in Lion City, Singapore. Known to have done several classic films that have been imprinted in the minds of her fans, the actress has come a long way, going on to become India's favorite glamour icon after what was termed as the original 'makeover' queen. Each year, Iifa honours a member of the Indian Film Fraternity who has made innumerable contributions to Indian cinema. Keeping this in mind, the Iifa Advisory Board and the Iifa Management recognizes Rekha for her achievements in Indian Cinema, in its 13th year. Stalwarts of Indian cinema like V. K. Murthy and Yash Johar, among others have previously been recipients of this prestigious Award. Making the 13th year of the Iifa celebration even more special,...
- 5/31/2012
- by Bollywood Hungama News Network
- BollywoodHungama
The star studded glamour horizon of tinsel has manifold wonders to unravel. One such wonder happens to be the sensationally spectacular Rekha- the quintessence of glitz, glamour, versatility and style. Early years Originally known as Bhanurekha Ganesan, Rekha happens to be the descendent of Gemini Ganesan & Pushpavali. Incidentally both her parents were parts of stardom, while her father was from the filmdom of Tamil Nadu; her mother had deals to offer in Andhra Pradesh. Born out of wedlock, the actress had much struggle and hardship to put up with. Advent into the world of stardom Financial predicament of her family, in w...
- 3/19/2012
- Bollywoodmantra.com
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