As the 54th International Film Festival of India (Iffi) heads off to Goa on November 20, actress Shriya Saran is set to perform the opening ceremony of the festival, and later grace the red carpet.
Much of the details about the festival are under wraps, and the how it will mark its conclusion is not yet revealed, though Shriya has not hidden her excitement for performing at Iffi, and is thrilled to be the one to perform its opening ceremony.
Talking about the event, the ‘Gautamiputra Satakarni’ actress said: “Performing for a live audience is always exhilarating and always wonderful. I have shot for ‘Drishyam’ (Bollywood remake) in Goa, and it’s a beautiful place.
She added: “Iffi is a very prestigious platform, so I am greatly honoured. But I cannot say much about the performance because it will take away the charm. But I am greatly looking forward to November...
Much of the details about the festival are under wraps, and the how it will mark its conclusion is not yet revealed, though Shriya has not hidden her excitement for performing at Iffi, and is thrilled to be the one to perform its opening ceremony.
Talking about the event, the ‘Gautamiputra Satakarni’ actress said: “Performing for a live audience is always exhilarating and always wonderful. I have shot for ‘Drishyam’ (Bollywood remake) in Goa, and it’s a beautiful place.
She added: “Iffi is a very prestigious platform, so I am greatly honoured. But I cannot say much about the performance because it will take away the charm. But I am greatly looking forward to November...
- 11/18/2023
- by Agency News Desk
As the 54th International Film Festival of India (Iffi) heads off to Goa on November 20, actress Shriya Saran is set to perform the opening ceremony of the festival, and later grace the red carpet.
Much of the details about the festival are under wraps, and the how it will mark its conclusion is not yet revealed, though Shriya has not hidden her excitement for performing at Iffi, and is thrilled to be the one to perform its opening ceremony.
Talking about the event, the ‘Gautamiputra Satakarni’ actress said: “Performing for a live audience is always exhilarating and always wonderful. I have shot for ‘Drishyam’ (Bollywood remake) in Goa, and it’s a beautiful place.
She added: “Iffi is a very prestigious platform, so I am greatly honoured. But I cannot say much about the performance because it will take away the charm. But I am greatly looking forward to November...
Much of the details about the festival are under wraps, and the how it will mark its conclusion is not yet revealed, though Shriya has not hidden her excitement for performing at Iffi, and is thrilled to be the one to perform its opening ceremony.
Talking about the event, the ‘Gautamiputra Satakarni’ actress said: “Performing for a live audience is always exhilarating and always wonderful. I have shot for ‘Drishyam’ (Bollywood remake) in Goa, and it’s a beautiful place.
She added: “Iffi is a very prestigious platform, so I am greatly honoured. But I cannot say much about the performance because it will take away the charm. But I am greatly looking forward to November...
- 11/18/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Shooting of director Karthick Naren’s much-awaited thriller ‘Nirangal Moondru’, featuring actors Rahman, Atharvaa and Sarathkumar in the lead, has wrapped up. Taking to Twitter, director Karthick Naren said, “It’s a wrap!” and Ayngaran International, the firm producing the film, confirmed it by tweeting: “It’s a Wrap for ‘Nirangal Moondru’. More updates on the way!” ‘Nirangal […]...
- 5/1/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
ReviewMaaran or Mathimaaran, played by actor Dhanush, is an investigative journalist, a brilliant one we are told. He gets hired at a news organisation over a bizarre competition of ‘likes’ over a tweet. Balakrishna GaneshanMaaran, directed by filmmaker Karthick Naren, starts off with all the boring Tamil film cliches. When the male lead is a child, his father gets killed by goons; around the same time and while it is raining, his mother dies due to complications during childbirth. But she has delivered a baby before passing away. In a typical Tamil hero style from the late 80s or 90s, the boy raises his sister on his own. With many such generic scenes, the film proceeds in a very superficial manner, but director Karthik Naren of Dhuruvangal Pathinaaru fame has a trick or two up his sleeve that would make up for all of the initial torture (at least he thinks so.
- 3/12/2022
- by Balakrishna
- The News Minute
CinemaWe bring to you a list of Telugu, Tamil, Kannada and Malayalam films that are releasing in both theatres and Over-the-Top (Ott) platforms in March.Tnm StaffFacebook/ Amal Neerad, Rrr Romantic comedies, family dramas and gangster flicks; A number of south Indian films are slated to release in the month of March. With hybrid mode of releases becoming the new normal, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada and Malayalam films are releasing both in Over-the-Top (Ott) platforms and theatres in the month of March. The release of several of these films has been postponed in view of the pandemic. Here’s a list of upcoming films: Naradan: Director Aashiq Abu’s eagerly awaited Malayalam film featuring Tovino Thomas and Anna Ben in the lead will hit the big screens on March 3. With music by Sekhar Menon and cinematography by Jaffer Zadique, the film revolves around Malayalam broadcast journalism. The theatrical release of...
- 3/1/2022
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
KollywoodThe Karthick Naren directorial stars Malavika Mohanan opposite Dhanush. Tnm StaffScreengrab/ YouTube- Disney Plus HotstarThe trailer of actors Dhanush and Malavika Mohanan starrer Maaran was unveiled on Monday, February 28. The trailer features Dhanush as an investigative journalist. The trailer hints that Maaran (Dhanush) is in trouble for publishing an expose. He is romantically involved with Malavika Mohanan’s character, who is also his colleague in the film. It also features glimpses shedding light on the emotional and fun relationship he shares with his on-screen sister. Helmed by filmmaker Karthick Naren, Maaran is set to premiere on streaming platform Disney Plus Hotstar on March 11. Maaran is releasing in four languages including Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam and Kannada. Bankrolled by Sendhil Thygarajan and Arjun Thyagarajan under the banners of Sathya Jyothi Films and Tg Thyagarajan. The film has music by Gv Prakash. Earlier, a graphic motion poster was unveiled on January 15, marking the festival of Pongal.
- 2/28/2022
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
Director Karthick Naren’s much-awaited action entertainer ‘Maaran’, featuring Dhanush and Malavika Mohanan in the lead, is to release on Disney+ Hotstar on March 11. On Monday, a trailer of the film was unveiled by fans and audiences on Twitter through a feature called ‘Twitter Unlock’. The makers claim that this is the first-ever Tamil film […]...
- 2/28/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Actor Rahman, whose impressive performance in director Karthick Naren’s ‘Dhuruvangal-16’ earned him a place under the spotlight five years ago, has posted a BTS video from the sets of the director’s upcoming film ‘Nirangal Moondru’. Taking to Instagram, Rahman posted a video showing him shooting with the unit of ‘Nirangal Moondru’ and said, “After the […]...
- 2/27/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Kollywood The song, ‘Polladha Ulagam', is also sung by Dhanush, while Arivu of ‘Enjai Enjaami’ fame has written and performed the rap segment of the track. Tnm StaffScreengrab/ YouTubeThe first track from actor Dhanush’s upcoming movie Maaran was unveiled on January 26, marking the occasion of Republic Day. Titled ‘Polladha Ulagam’, the track is sung by actor Dhanush, while the rap portion is written and performed by ‘Enjoy Enjaami’ and Casteless Collective fame rapper Arivu. Set to tune by Gv Prakash, ‘Polladha Ulagam’ has lyrics by Vivek. The upbeat song features visuals of Dhanush shaking a leg in what looks like an abandoned warehouse. Unveiling the track, Sathya Jyothi Films, the production banner bankrolling the film, wrote: “Presenting you the mass anthem #PolladhaUlagam video song ft. the dashing @dhanushkraja from #Maaran.” Helmed by Karthick Naren, Maaran stars actors Malavika Mohanan and Dhanush in the lead. Dhanush is likely to essay...
- 1/26/2022
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
Director Karthick Naren’s upcoming thriller ‘Nirangal Moondru’, got off to an auspicious start on Wednesday with a simple pooja that was attended by the cast and crew of the film. The film, which features Atharvaa Murali in the lead, also features actors Sarathkumar and Rahman in pivotal roles. K. Karunamoorthy of Ayngaran International, who is […]...
- 1/5/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Director Karthick Naren’s upcoming film featuring actor Atharvaa Murali in the lead, has been titled ‘Nirangal Moondru’. Sources say the content-based film will, apart from Atharvaa Murali, also feature actors Sarathkumar and Rahman in pivotal roles. Producer K. Karunamoorthy, who is producing the film on behalf of Ayngaran International, says, “I am proud to be […]...
- 1/2/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
On August 10, Prakash Raj took to social media to inform his fans that he sustained a minor fracture. Tnm StaffFacebook/ Prakash RajActor and filmmaker Prakash Raj recently underwent a surgery to fix a fracture in his left shoulder. He extended his gratitude to fans for their prayers, love and support. Informing fans that the surgery was successful and that he is recovering, Prakash Raj wrote, “The devil is back… successful surgery. thank you, dear friend Dr, #guruvareddy and thank you all for your love n prayers. back in action soon,” the actor tweeted. The 56-year-old actor shared a picture of himself from the hospital. On August 10, Prakash Raj took to Twitter to inform his followers that he sustained a fracture and that he was flying to Hyderabad to undergo treatment. “A small fall. a tiny fracture. flying to Hyderabad into the safe hands of my friend Dr Guruvareddy for a surgery.
- 8/12/2021
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
ReviewAs with any anthology, some films work better than the others. And some, not at all.Sowmya RajendranNavarasa, created by Mani Ratnam and Jayendra Panchapakesan, is an anthology film with the connecting theme being the nine rasas or emotions. As with any anthology, some films work better than the others. And some, not at all. The first is Ethiri, directed by Bejoy Nambiar, and is based on the 'karuna' rasa or compassion. It's an interesting premise. A woman who has not spoken to her husband (Prakash Raj overdoing his role) for a decade watches his killer walk away from their home. What does she do next? Revathy looks lovely as Savithri, the conflicted wife, and Vijay Sethupathi is his natural self as Dheena, whose momentary lapse of judgment leads to a murder. The split screen follows these two characters (it somehow reminded me of Surya following his mother in Thalapathy...
- 8/6/2021
- by AditiKumar
- The News Minute
Kollywood Hosted by Dhivya Dharshini, the virtual fan event, 'Symphony of Emotions', for Netflix’s anthology film ‘Navarasa’, featured musical performances and interactions with the cast and crew.Tnm StaffTwitter/ Netflix India South Ahead of the release of Netflix’s nine-part anthology film Navarasa, the team hosted a virtual musical event titled ‘Symphony of Emotions’ for fans on Thursday, August 5. From theatre and storytelling pieces to rap songs and live music performances, the fest included nine key performances that represented each one of the nine emotions or rasas– anger, compassion, courage, disgust, fear, laughter, love, peace and wonder. The lineup included performances by artistes Naveen Kumar, Kc Loy, Viveick Rajagopalan, Abhishek Kumar, Mahesh Raghvan, Nandini Shankar, Shashaa Tirupati, Piyush and The Fine Tuners, Ricky Kej, Kunal Naik, Anantha R Krishnan, and a choir performance featuring voices from across the globe. Hosted by Dhivya Dharshini aka Dd, ‘Symphony of Emotions’ was...
- 8/6/2021
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
KollywoodThe first look poster and title of director Karthick Naren’s next, was unveiled on July 28, marking Dhanush’s 38th birthday. Tnm StaffOn the occasion of actor Dhanush’s 38th birthday, the first-look and title from his upcoming movie with director Karthick Naren was unveiled on July 28. Titled Maaran, the first look poster features Dhanush smashing someone’s face into glass. He is also spotted holding a pen in the other hand and using it as a weapon while striking an intense look. Sharing the poster, Karthick Naren, “His courage is his weapon. Proudly presenting the first look of #Maaran … Happy birthday @dhanushkraja sir. " According to reports, Dhanush might essay the role of an investigative journalist in the movie. However, the makers are yet to reveal further details about his character. Sharing a behind-the-scenes photo, Karthick Naren had wished actor Dhanush in a separate tweet. Thanking Dhanush, he noted that...
- 7/29/2021
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
KollywoodPresented by Mani Ratnam and Jayendra, the cast of 'Navarasa' includes Suriya, Parvathy, Anjali and others, and has nine directors including Karthik Subbaraj and Gautham Menon. Tnm StaffScreengrab/ YouTubeThe much-anticipated trailer of upcoming Tamil anthology Navarasa was released on Tuesday, July 27. Unlike the teaser, the trailer has footage from all nine shorts. However, the makers don’t reveal extensive details about the plot, other than displaying the heightened emotions of the characters. The dialogues too, depict the rasa (emotion) the particular short deals with. The trailer opens with Suriya’s character talking about the first time he met Nethra in Gautham Menon’s short Guitar Kambi Mele Nindru. What follows is clips from each short. The trailer hints at a rollercoaster ride of emotions, as promised by the makers. Calling the trailer a “festival of emotions”, Netflix India South tweeted on Tuesday: “9 Stories, 9 Emotions and one incredible journey.
- 7/27/2021
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
KollywoodThe melancholic track is from director Sarjun Km’s segment ‘Thunintha Pin’, starring actors Anjali, Atharvaa and Kishore. Tnm StaffScreengrab/YouTubeThe second single from upcoming Netflix anthology Navarasa, called ‘The Bleeding Heart (Osara Parandhu Vaa)’, was released by the makers on July 13, Tuesday. ‘The Bleeding Heart’ is composed by music director Sundaramuthy Ks and has lyrics by Soundara Rajan. The single is from director Sarjun Km’s segment Thunintha Pin from the nine-part anthology. Thunintha Pin which is based on the emotion of courage, features actors Atharvaa, Anjali and Kishore in the lead. ‘The Bleeding Heart’ is sung by Super Singer Season 8 fame Vrusha Balu. As the title of the track suggests, the melancholic track is based on the themes of dejection and heartache. The track features visuals of Anjali and Atharvaa from Thunintha Pin. “It will tug at your heartstrings #TheBleedingHeart (Osara Parandhu Vaa) lyric video from #ThuninthaPin out nowhttps://youtu.
- 7/13/2021
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
Kollywood Presented by Mani Ratnam and Jayendra, the anthology has nine directors coming together, including Karthik Subbaraj, Gautham Menon and others. Tnm StaffScreengrab/ YouTubeOver-the-top platform Netflix took to Twitter on Friday to unveil the first teaser from the much-anticipated anthology Navarasa. “Makkale, ungaloda superstars ellarum kadha solla varanga! #Navarasa from 6th August! (Folks, your superstars are on their way to narrate stories),” the tweet posted by Netflix India South read. Produced and presented by Maniratnam and Jayendra Panchapakesan, the nine-part anthology marks the coming together of nine directors and a star cast. “Nine stories, nine emotions,” Navarasa’s tagline reads. The teaser opens with the lines, “The emotional journey of an industry coming together to support its people”, since the artists involved in the project are offering their services pro-bono to help members from the Tamil film fraternity, who were affected during the pandemic. Featuring several actors from the ensemble cast including Suriya,...
- 7/9/2021
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
KollywoodThe anthology film has nine directors coming together, including Priyadarshan, Gautham Menon and others.Tnm StaffNetflixUpcoming Tamil anthology Navarasa is all set for its Over-the-Top (Ott) release on Netflix. Navarasa will feature nine shorts, helmed by nine directors. The shorts will each focus on a specific emotion based on the Indian concept of the nine human emotions – love, courage, compassion, wonder, laughter, fear, disgust, anger and tranquility. The list of nine directors includes actor Arvind Swami (in his directorial debut), Gautam Vasudev Menon, Priyadarshan, Bejoy Nambiar, Karthik Subbaraj, Sarjun, Vasanth, Karthick Naren and Rathindran Prasad. Navarasa is created by Mani Ratnam, while it is presented by Mani Ratnam under his home banner Madras Talkies and Jayendra Panchapakesan of Qube Cinemas. Ahead of its release, several images from the movie have gone viral after they were shared by Tamil magazine Ananda Vikatan in a Twitter thread. The anthology stars an ensemble cast that includes actors Suriya,...
- 7/8/2021
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
TollywoodThe film is going to be a multilingual project, and is being bankrolled by Sree Venkateswara Cinemas Llp.Tnm StaffBy ArrangementKollywood actor Dhanush and Tollywood director Sekhar Kammula met in Hyderabad on July 2 to discuss their upcoming film which was recently announced by the makers. The film is going to be a multilingual project, and is being bankrolled by Sree Venkateswara Cinemas Llp, which is a production unit of Asian Group of Cinemas. According to the sources, producers of the film, Narayandas Narang, Sunil Narang, Bharat Narang, and P Ram Mohan, were also present at the film discussion meeting. It was announced that the movie would be shot and released simultaneously in three languages: Telugu, Tamil and Hindi. Makers announce that the film is going to tick all boxes of a universally appealing story and the highly-talented actor-director duo has set high expectations for the project. The film is said...
- 7/3/2021
- by Rajeswari
- The News Minute
KollywoodHelmed by ‘Dhuruvangal Pathinaaru’ fame Karthick Naren, ‘D43’ is touted to be a crime thriller. Tnm StaffThe makers of Dhanush and Malavika Mohanan’s tentatively titled project D43 took to Twitter on Friday, June 25, to announce that the crew will commence the final schedule of the shoot in July. Touted to be a crime thriller, the movie stars actors Dhanush and Malavika Mohanan in the lead roles. D43 is helmed by director Karthick Naren, who rose to fame with his directorial debut Dhuruvangal Pathinaaru. Sharing the update with fans on Twitter, Sathya Jyothi Films, the production banner bankrolling the project, wrote, “The Final schedule of @dhanushkraja's #D43 shoot resumes from July, 2021.” The poster shared on Friday featured Dhanush from the sets of the movie. The actor is seen sporting a casual look in a grey T-shirt, with his mask pulled down. He is seen striking a candid pose while smiling.
- 6/26/2021
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
KollywoodMeanwhile, Malavika Mohanan wished her 'Master' co-star by imitating his style of chucking chewing gum into his mouth.Tnm StaffActor Vijay celebrated his 47th birthday on June 22. While wishes came pouring in for the star from fans and celebrities alike, actors Malavika Mohanan and Keerthy Suresh, both of whom shared screen space with Vijay in recent films, put up special videos on their Instagram accounts. Keerthy Suresh, who starred along with Vijay in Sarkar that released in 2018, performed a peppy dance tribute to the actor. Dancing to Vijay’s 'Aal Thotta Boopathy' song from his 2002 film Youth, Keerthy wrote, “Dancing for Aal Thotta Boopathy! An ardent fan of #Thalapathy ! You are not only one of the best at performing, but you are one of a #Beast when it comes to entertaining. #ChummaCasualah with thambi.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Keerthy Suresh (@keerthysureshofficial) 'Aal Thotta Boopathy' is...
- 6/24/2021
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
KollywoodStarring actors Dhanush, Sneha and Sonia Agarwal in pivotal roles, gangster drama ‘Pudhupettai’ released in theatres in the year 2006. Tnm StaffMay 26 marked 15 years of actor Dhanush’s gangster film, Pudhupettai. On the special occasion many fans shared their thoughts about the movie and celebrated it completing 15 years. The gangster drama was released in 2006 and garnered appreciation from fans and critics alike. It also went on to acquire a cult status among fans of Tamil cinema. Since its release, there have been speculations and requests about producing the sequel of the film. Celebrating the milestone, Pudhupettai director Selvaraghavan hinted that a sequel to the film might be in the works. However, official word on it is awaited. “And the journey shall continue @dhanushkraja @thisisysr @Arvindkrsna @kabilanchelliah,” director Selvaraghavan wrote in a Tweet on Wednesday. Dhanush’s role as Kokku Kumar in the movie has left a mark on audiences. Pudhupettai was written and directed by Selvaraghavan.
- 5/27/2021
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
Kollywood ‘Nethu’ is sung and written by Dhanush, while it is set to tune by composer Santhosh Narayanan.Tnm StaffThe makers of the upcoming Tamil movie Jagame Thandhiram released a new single from the movie on Saturday, May 22. Sharing the new track, titled ‘Nethu’, filmmaker Karthik Subbaraj wrote, “We can't wait to Spread some Love Here is #Nethu from #JagameThandhiram Enjoy the #SuruliLovessu.” Dhanush is seen as the character Suruli and Aishwarya Lekshmi is seen as Attila in this romantic number. From dining to taking a walk in the park together, the melodious track features visuals of what seems like a date between Suruli and Attila. The song is written and sung by actor Dhanush, while it is set to tune by composer Santhosh Narayanan. Three singles have been released from the movie so far: ‘Nethu’, ‘Rakita Rakita Rakita’ and ‘Bujji’. Earlier, there was speculation that the movie might release in theatres,...
- 5/22/2021
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
KollywoodTake a look at some of the most nail-biting Tamil thrillers that will keep you hooked.Saradha UScreengrabDue to a recent spike in the number of Covid-19 cases across the country, many states have imposed lockdown restrictions. People are once again turning to Over-the-Top (Ott) platforms for entertainment. While Tamil cinema has always made thrillers, new age directors have done away with many old fashioned elements like songs and romances to give thrillers that keep the tension going and have mind-bending twists. If you miss watching movies on the big screen, revisit some of the best Tamil thriller movies from the comfort of your home. Here's a list of some contemporary, interesting Tamil thrillers that are available to watch online on different streaming platforms: Pizza Based on the story of Michael, a pizza delivery boy, the 2012 Tamil movie Pizza is one of the most gripping horror movies from Kollywood to...
- 5/11/2021
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
SandalwoodThe actor rose to fame for his role in the Kannada movie ‘Aa Drushya’. Tnm StaffInstagram/ Arjun GowdaAs India is seeing a spike in the number of coronavirus cases across the country, many actors have stepped up and volunteered to contribute towards Covid-19 relief. Sandalwood actor Arjun Gowda decided to help Covid-19 patients by working as an ambulance driver in Bengaluru. In an interview with Bangalore Times, the actor mentioned that he has been on the road over the past two days and has assisted patients by taking them to the hospital and helped people who need to perform final rites for those who have succumbed to Covid-19. He also stated that he will keep helping people irrespective of their religious background or where they come from. Sharing a snippet from a news article on Instagram, Arjun Gowda extended his gratitude to Project Smile Trust, the organisation that presented him with the opportunity.
- 4/30/2021
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
KollywoodMani Ratnam and Jayendra Panchapakesan had announced that the entire income from ‘Navarasa’ will be given to Tamil film industry workers who lost their jobs due to the pandemic.Saradha UFilmmakers Mani Ratnam and Jayendra Panchapakesan of Qube Cinemas, who have teamed up to present Navarasa, a nine-part anthology, had announced earlier that the entire income generated from the venture will be given to Tamil film industry workers who lost their jobs due to the coronavirus pandemic. Recently, the makers revealed that the team has started distributing prepaid cards to the workers. Each beneficiary will receive Rs 1,500 per month on the prepaid card for a period of five months, which can be utilised at grocery outlets. The cards will be distributed by Bhoomika Trust and the Film Employees Federation of South India (Fefsi). Fefsi has been working along with Bhoomika Trust for six months to identify the beneficiaries of the initiative.
- 3/29/2021
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
CinemaAtrangi Re’ is said to be a romantic-drama and features Sara Ali Khan, Akshay Kumar and Dhanush in lead roles. Tnm StaffActor Dhanush, who is currently on a movie signing spree, took to social media, on Sunday, to share with fans that he has completed shooting for filmmaker Aanand L Rai’s upcoming movie Atrangi Re. Sharing a photo with director Aanand Rai and the film’s writer Himanshu Sharma, the actor wrote, “Atrangire wrapped. Thank you @aanandlrai and himanshu. Love you both.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Dhanush (@dhanushkraja) Prior to Atrangi Re, Himanshu, Aanand and Dhanush had collaborated on the 2013 hit Raanjhanaa, which saw Dhanush and Sonam Kapoor in the lead. Written by Himanshu and directed by Aanand, the movie also featured Swara Bhasker, Abhay Deol and Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub in pivotal roles. The songs composed by Ar Rahman for the film opened to...
- 3/29/2021
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
KollywoodThe makers of the film revealed the first look poster of the film along with the release date on February 14.Digital NativeThe shoot of Karnan, Dhanush’s upcoming film with Mari Selvaraj, was wrapped up the last December. The makers of the film on Sunday have revealed the first look poster of the film along with the release date. The film will be hitting the screens on April 9 this year as a summer release. Touted to be an action- entertainer which is based on a real incident that happened in an estate near Tirunelveli, the film will see Malayalam actor Rajisha Vijaya make her Tamil debut. The film also stars Lakshmipriya Chandramouli, Gouri Kishen, Lal, and Yogi Babu in important roles. It has cinematography by Theni Easwaran. The film has music composed by Santhosh Narayanan. #Karnan in theaters worldwide from 9.4.2021 (April 9th) Here is the #KarnanFirstLook poster! See you all...
- 2/14/2021
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
KollywoodDirected by filmmaker duo Anthony and Joe Russo also has popular Hollywood actors Ryan Gosling and Chris Evans. Digital NativeAfter wrapping up the dubbing for Karnan directed by Mari Selvaraj, Dhanush was spotted at the Chennai International airport on Wednesday and has reportedly left for the USA to commence shooting for his next Netflix-backed thriller The Gray Man. Dhanush was snapped at the airport and the photos went viral on social media. The Gray Man to be directed by filmmaker duo Anthony and Joe Russo also has popular Hollywood actors Ryan Gosling and Chris Evans. According to reports, the film is based on a novel of the same name and revolves around the clash between a freelance assassin and a former CIA agent. While The Gray Man is the biggest movie of Dhanush's career, it's not his first international project. The mass hero had previously acted in the Ken...
- 2/11/2021
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
KollywoodThe shoot is currently underway in Hyderabad’s Ramoji Film City. Digital NativeThe shoot of Mani Ratnam’s upcoming magnum opus Ponniyin Selvan, which resumed recently in Hyderabad after nearly 10 months, is most likely to complete its entire talkie portion by March. If the industry grapevine is anything to go by, the team is eyeing a big Diwali release and an official announcement regarding the release date will be made soon. The shoot is currently underway in Hyderabad’s Ramoji Film City. A few months ago, it was reported that the team will travel to Sri Lanka for the next schedule but the makers decided to postpone the international trip by a few months due to the pandemic. The cast so far includes Vikram, Jayam Ravi, Vikram Prabhu, Amitabh Bachchan, Mohan Babu and Aishwarya Rai among others. Actor Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, who has already confirmed that she is part of the project,...
- 2/10/2021
- by Luke
- The News Minute
KollywoodThis film has been directed by Mari Selvaraj.Digital NativeDhanush and Mari Selvaraj have joined hands for the first time for the upcoming Tamil film Karnan, which has been confirmed to release in cinemas this April. Having completed shooting for the project recently, Dhanush had begun dubbing for the film on Monday and a day later the actor completed it. Dhanush took it to his Twitter handle tweeting,"#karnan dubbing completed. You Will hear his voice" The first glimpse of Dhanush from the film was recently unveiled. He was seen wielding a sword. The film is rumored to be based on the infamous caste riot that took place in Kodiyankulam in 1991. However, the director is yet to officially verify this rumor. But Mari Selvaraj has confirmed that the film will address a very important issue. #karnan dubbing completed. You Will hear his voice pic.twitter.com/T2Vkz32bky — Dhanush...
- 2/10/2021
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
KollywoodThe actor is currently working on her next film with Dhanush. Digital NativeWhile most actors would be annoyed and vexed when it comes to memes on them, Malavika Mohanan has taken it sportively. The actor shared a few memes that were made on her character from the film Master and posted them on her social media page with the caption, “I’m a little late to my own meme-fest, but this is hilarious guys. Sharing some of my personal favorites which cracked me up(I died laughing seeing the toothpaste one). Life is too boring if you can’t laugh at yourself, right?” On the work front, Malavika has a number of films needing her attention. She has the untitled Dhanush starrer. Malavika recently posted a picture of herself with the film's script in hand and wrote: “One week down and many more to go - can’t wait to share this film with everyone!
- 2/4/2021
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
KollywoodDirected by Mari Selvaraj, the action-entertainer stars Rajisha Vijayan as the female lead.Digital NativeActor Dhanush recently wrapped up shooting for the Mari Selvaraj directorial Karnan. On Sunday, the makers of the film revealed that the film, which is currently in the post-production stage, will hit the screens in the month of April as a summer release. Mari Selvaraj also shared a teaser and wrote, “வாள் தூக்கி நின்னான் பாரு, வந்து சண்டபோட்ட எவனும் இல்ல. Delighted to present the ‘AnnouncementTeaser’ of #Karnan @theVcreations @dhanushkraja @Music_Santhosh @thenieswar @EditorSelva @RamalingamTha @LAL_Director @rajishavijayan @KarnanTheMovie.” 'வாள் தூக்கி நின்னான் பாரு, வந்து சண்டபோட்ட எவனும் இல்ல' Delighted to present the 'AnnouncementTeaser'of #Karnan @theVcreations @dhanushkraja @Music_Santhosh @thenieswar @EditorSelva @RamalingamTha @LAL_Director @rajishavijayan @KarnanTheMovie https://t.co/SI5SWppkob pic.twitter.com...
- 1/31/2021
- by Vidya
- The News Minute
Kollywood‘Navarasa’, a nine-part anthology series set to premier on Netflix, brings together the finest talent in the Tamil film industry.Digital NativeDigital NativeFilmmakers Mani Ratnam and Jayendra Panchapakesan of Qube Cinema are joining hands to present the Tamil film anthology Navarasa, a nine-part series that is all set to premier on the Ott platform Netflix. The filmmakers have revealed that the entire income from the series will be given to workers in the Tamil film industry, who have been jobless over the last few months due to the coronavirus pandemic. The directors associated with the project will not be taking any remuneration. “The relief and support from the film will reach over 10,000 deserving beneficiaries across the industry, starting from February 2021 for up to six months. To effectively identify and reach the beneficiaries and their families, we turned to director Rk Selvamani, president of the Film Employees Federation of South...
- 1/12/2021
- by Vidya
- The News Minute
KOLLYWOODThe duo will also be working together for ‘Aayirathil Oruvan 2’, which will reportedly release in 2023. Digital NativeDigital NativeTamil filmmaker Selvaraghavan recently shared on social media that he has begun shooting for his next project with his brother and actor Dhanush. If the industry grapevine is anything to go by, this project is said to be a sequel to the filmmaker’s gangster drama Pudhupettai (2006), which helped Dhanush garner attention as an actor at the time. Sharing the news, Selvaraghavan wrote on Twitter: “And back to my world! #S12 A Selvaraghavan Film @dhanushkraja @thisisysr @theVcreations @Arvindkrsna (sic).” The film will be bankrolled by Kalaipuli S Thanu. This will be the fourth time that the Selvaraghavan-Dhanush duo is joining hands with composer Yuvan Shankar Raja. The brothers will also be teaming up for another project in 2023, which will be a sequel to Aayirathil Oruvan. And back to my world! #S12 A...
- 1/5/2021
- by AditiKumar
- The News Minute
Kollywood The brothers are reuniting for a film after 10 years. Digital NativeActor Dhanush and Selvaraghavan are all set to reunite after a decade. On the occasion of New Year, Selvaraghavan took to Twitter to announce that he will be joining hands with his brother for the sequel to his 2010 Tamil adventure drama Aayirathil Oruvan and that it will release in 2024. Selvaraghavan wrote in Tamil about the project and shared the announcement poster. Dhanush quickly quoted his brother’s tweet and wrote: “A magnum opus! The pre production alone will take us a year. But a dream film from the master @selvaraghavan! The wait will be long. But we will give our best to make it all worth it. AO2.The Prince returns in 2024 (sic).” Contrary to reports, Dhanush and Selva haven’t joined hands for Pudhupettai 2. A magnum opus !! The pre production alone will take us a year. But a...
- 1/2/2021
- by Sreedevi
- The News Minute
KollywoodThe film ‘Thangam’, which is part of the anthology ‘Paava Kadhaigal’, features Kalidas Jayaram as a transgender person. Digital NativeNetflix India has been ramping up its catalog of South Indian titles. The Ott platform premiered the Tamil anthology titled Paava Kadhaigal on December 18. The film, which has four chapters, is helmed by prominent directors of Tamil cinema including Sudha Kongara, Vignesh Shivan, Gautham Vasudev Menon and Vetrimaaran. The film casts Anjali, Bhavani Sre, Gautham Vasudev Menon, Hari, Kalidas Jayaram, Kalki Koechlin, Padam Kumar, Prakash Raj, Sai Pallavi, Shanthnu Bhagyaraj and Simran, amongst others. Sudha Kongara's episode titled Thangam which is set in 1980s features Bhavani Sre, Kalidas Jayaram and Shanthanu Bhagyaraj. Kalidas plays a transgender person in the segment. This segment has gained high praises from many, including several celebrities. Actor Suriya who recently collaborated with Sudha Kongara for Soorari Pottru heaped praises, "Again a new world! #Thangame What a story to tell Sudha!
- 12/19/2020
- by Cris
- The News Minute
Kollywood To be bankrolled by Drumsticks Productions, the film will go on floors in February and will release in August 2021.Digital NativeActor Arun Vijay, who has been around for over two decades, is one of the most underrated actors of Tamil cinema. Director Hari is now all set to team up with Arun Vijay for a project for the first time. Though the news was already taken over the internet with fans sharing it across all social media platforms, It was announced officially on Monday. To be bankrolled by Drumsticks Productions who had bankrolled Trisha Illana Nayanthara, Imaikka Nodigal, En Aaloda Seruppa Kaanom and Igloo. The film will go on floors in February and will release in August 2021. Touted to be a high-budget film in Arun Vijay's career the film is said to be a complete family entertainer with director Hari's elements. It is well known that Director Hari is...
- 12/18/2020
- by Sreedevi
- The News Minute
KollywoodThe children’s film will be directed by debutant Sarov Shanmugam.Digital NativeDigital NativeActor Suriya has been actively involved in production apart from acting over the last few years. From backing his wife Jyothika in her comeback film 36 Vayadhinile to bankrolling Sudha Kongara’s Soorarai Pottru, the star has made some really exciting choices as a producer. The latest update is that he will be launching actor Arun Vijay’s son in his next production venture. The details about the project are yet unknown; however, it has been confirmed that it will be a children’s film. Arun Vijay took to Twitter to share the news about his son’s acting debut. He wrote: “With all your blessings, extremely happy to announce that my son Arnav Vijay is making his debut today! Proud that he will be launched by Actor @Suriya_offl’s @2D_ENTPVTLTD. Feels good to continue the camaraderie generation after generation.
- 12/14/2020
- by Vidya
- The News Minute
Kollywood The actor took to Twitter to announce the news and shared a picture with the director. Digital NativeDirector Mari Selvaraj, who made a very strong impression with his first film Pariyerum Perumal, has joined hands with Dhanush for his second directorial venture titled Karnan. The latest is that the actor who had resumed shooting for the film recently after the pandemic break has completed shooting for the film. Revealing the news, He took it to his Twitter handing and shared a picture with the director. Sharing the picture, he tweeted writing,"#karnan shoot completed. Thank you Mari selvaraj for giving me this. Thank you @theVcreations thanu sir for the support. Sincere thanks to all my co stars and technicians. A special thanks to @Music_Santhosh for the overwhelming music you have given for this special special film (sic)’ #karnan shoot completed. Thank you Mari selvaraj for giving me this.
- 12/12/2020
- by Sreedevi
- The News Minute
Kollywood 'Navarasa' bankrolled by Mani Ratnam consists of nine short episodes based on the Indian concept of nine human emotions. Digital NativeDirector Mani Ratnam is bankrolling an anthology titled Navarasa. The anthology consists of nine short episodes based on the Indian concept of expressing nine human emotions like anger, courage, laughter, love and more. This project brings together the finest talent of the Tamil film industry. In this anthology, nine filmmakers Arvind Swami (in his directorial debut), Bejoy Nambiar, Gautham Vasudev Menon, Karthik Subbaraj, Karthick Naren, Kv Anand, Ponram, Rathindran Prasad and Halitha Shameem lend their incredible talent to bring their distinctive perspective on each rasa. It's an interesting mix of genres and filmmakers with great ideas. For one of the episodes, Suriya and director Gautham Menon are teaming up and have begun shooting. The duo is working together once again after more than a decade and the...
- 12/12/2020
- by Sreedevi
- The News Minute
KOLLYWOODPrakash had also composed the score for Dhanush’s 2019 release ‘Asuran’, which was well-received by critics and the audience. Digital NativeDigital NativeActor-composer Gv Prakash Kumar has revealed he has completed recording three songs, and has resumed working on the fourth one, for his upcoming yet-untitled Tamil film with Dhanush. Prakash took to Twitter to announce that he has completed recording three songs, and that the fans should get ready for a “solid” album. Tentatively titled D 43, the project marks Prakash’s reunion with Dhanush after Asuran, which was highly praised for its background score by fans and critics alike. D 43 marks the first-time collaboration between Dhanush and filmmaker Karthick Naren, and the project is being bankrolled by Sathya Jyothi Films. Reports have emerged that the shoot will kick-off in full swing from the second week of December. Major portions of the film will reportedly be shot in Chennai. Malavika Mohanan...
- 12/2/2020
- by AditiKumar
- The News Minute
KollywoodThe film is directed by Gautham Menon, Sudha Kongara, Vetri Maaran and Vignesh Shivan.Digital NativeIt’s raining anthologies in Tamil and Telugu film industries. Netflix India recently announced its first Tamil anthology film, Paava Kadhaigal. The film is directed by Gautham Menon, Sudha Kongara, Vetri Maaran and Vignesh Shivan. Tipped to be the Tamil adaptation of Netflix’s Lust Stories; each story will however, deal with a different subject unlike the original. On Friday, the Ott platform shared the anthology's teaser on their Twitter handle which will stream from December 18. The Ott platform wrote, "Idhuku mela wait panna mudiyathu! (We cannot wait anymore) Presenting the teaser of Paava Kadhaigal (sic).” Idhuku mela wait panna mudiyathu! Presenting the teaser of Paava Kadhaigal.@menongautham @SimranbaggaOffc @AadhityaBaaskar @BhavaniSre @kalidas700 @imKBRshanthnu @VetriMaaran @Sai_Pallavi92 @prakashraaj @VigneshShivn @yoursanjali @kalkikanmani @RonnieScrewvala @ashidua_fue pic.twitter.com/IamJVlclGD — Netflix India (@NetflixIndia) November 27, 2020 In the teaser, we...
- 11/28/2020
- by Luke
- The News Minute
KollywoodThis is 12 years since their last film together released, 'Vaaranam Aayiram' (2008), released.Tnm StaffWhen it was reported around the year 2009 that actor Suriya and filmmaker Gautham Menon have split following differences, many of their fans were majorly disappointed. Now, 12 years since their last film together released, Vaaranam Aayiram (2008), the two are set to reunite in an upcoming anthology film called Navarasa. Suriya and Gautham Menon have collaborated together in two successful films so far - Khakha Khakha (2003) and Vaaranam Aayiram. Work for this has begun, as informed by cinematographer PC Sreeram on his Twitter handle. “Shooting for @menongautham - it's a web film starring Suriya. @Suriya_offl. Great energy on sets today!” he tweeted. Shooting for @menongautham - it's a web film starring Suriya. @Suriya_offl . Great energy on sets today! — pcsreeramISC (@pcsreeram) November 17, 2020 Navarasa, the upcoming Tamil anthology slated for release on Netflix is being produced by...
- 11/17/2020
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
KollywoodAfter 'Asuran' the two will be reuniting for 'D43' to be directed by Karthick Naren. Digital NativeBefore Anirudh and Dhanush, there was Gv Prakash Kumar and Dhanush. The two had frequently collaborated together in the past and have given super hit albums namely Polladhavan, Aadukalam and Mayakam Enna. Post that however, it was rumoured that their relationship turned sour due to a misunderstanding, and Gv Prakash had walked out of Dhanush-Vetrimaaran's films. After a span of eight years, Gv Prakash was roped in for Vetrimaaran's Asuran starring Dhanush which had hit the screens last year. The film was a blockbuster hit. On Monday Gv Prakash shared a picture of Dhanush and himself from their workout session and posted, "#buddytraining mode FireFire @dhanushkraja" #buddytraining mode @dhanushkraja pic.twitter.com/ne5Zv99mtW — G.V.Prakash Kumar (@gvprakash) November 2, 2020 Dhanush is currently working on D43 with director...
- 11/3/2020
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
KollywoodThe actor, who made her Tamil debut with ‘Petta’, is currently awaiting the release of the Vijay starrer ‘Master’.Digital NativeDhanush, who was last seen on screen in the Tamil action-comedy Pattas, has got multiple projects in various stages of production. Earlier this year, it was announced that Karthick Naren would be collaborating with Dhanush for a project. The untitled project will be produced by Sathya Jyothi Films, the company which had bankrolled Pattas. On Saturday, the makers officially announced that Malavika Mohanan will be playing the female lead in the film. Sharing a poster welcoming the actor on board, they wrote, "We are very happy to welcome the gorgeous & talented @MalavikaM_ to our team of #D43 #MalavikaJoinsD43" We are very happy to welcome the gorgeous & talented @MalavikaM_ to our team of #D43 #MalavikaJoinsD43 @dhanushkraja @karthicknaren_M @gvprakash pic.twitter.com/17KjlYo1OW — Sathya Jyothi Films (@SathyaJyothi_) October 31, 2020 Malavika Mohanan...
- 10/31/2020
- by Jahnavi
- The News Minute
KollywoodThis project comes with a special intent of helping those in the industry.Tnm StaffNavarasa, the upcoming Tamil anthology slated for release on Netflix, produced by filmmaker Mani Ratnam and Jayendra Panchapakesan of Qube Cinema, is a nine-film anthology that will narrate stories across nine ‘rasas’. While the release date has not yet been announced, the line-up of cast and crew of the film has now been put out. The anthology will be helmed by nine different directors and the films will be based on anger, compassion, courage, disgust, fear, laughter, love, peace and wonder. This line-up, however, has only one woman director on board. Actors Revathy, Nithya Menen, Parvathy Thiruvothu, Aishwarya Rajesh, Arvind Swami, Suriya, Siddharth, Vijay Senthupathi, Prakash Raj, Prasanna, Gautham Karthik, Ashok Selvan, Poorna, Riythvika, Robo Shankar, Ramesh Thilak and Sananth among others are the names associated with this project. Kv Anand, Gautham Vasudev Menon, Bejoy Nambiar,...
- 10/28/2020
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
KollywoodDirectors Gautham Menon, Sudha Kongara, Vetrimaaran and Vignesh Shivan are on board.Digital NativeNetflix India on Thursday announced its first Tamil anthology film, Paava Kadhaigal. Directed by Gautham Menon, Sudha Kongara, Vetrimaaran and Vignesh Shivan, Paava Kadhaigal, as per a statement, explores how love, pride and honour influence complex relationships through four intricate and beautiful stories. Produced by Ronnie Screwvala’s RSVP Movies and Ashi Dua Sara’s Flying Unicorn Entertainment, the anthology stars Anjali, Bhavani Sre, Gautham Vasudev Menon, Hari, Kalidas Jayaram, Kalki Koechlin, Padam Kumar, Prakash Raj, Sai Pallavi, Shanthnu Bhagyaraj and Simran, amongst others. Not freaking out or anything, but Paava Kadhaigal- a Tamil anthology directed by @menongautham, #SudhaKongara, @VetriMaaran and @VigneshShivN is coming to Netflix! (Okay we are 100% freaking out!)@RSVPMovies @pashanjal @RonnieScrewvala @ashidua_fue @sahilmehra @_avinashv_ — Netflix India (@NetflixIndia) October 1, 2020 Paava Kadhaigal is tipped to be the Tamil adaptation of Netflix’s Lust Stories however,...
- 10/1/2020
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
KollywoodThe film is a collaboration between five top Tamil directors, and is set in and filmed during the lockdown.Digital NativeFile photoOn Wednesday, it was announced that Putham Pudhu Kaalai, an anthology of five Tamil shorts featuring stories of love, new beginnings, second chances and a glimmer of hope, will be released on Amazon Prime Video on October 16. This is the Ott platform’s first Tamil anthology, and will be released in over 200 countries. The segments, which are set in and filmed during the lockdown, will be directed by Suhasini Maniratnam, Sudha Kongara, Gautham Vasudev Menon, Rajiv Menon and Karthik Subbaraj. As per the statement, Sudha Kongara’s segment is titled Ilamai Idho Idho, starring Jayaram, his son Kalidas, Urvashi and Kalyani Priyadarshan. Gautham Menon’s short is titled Avarum Naanum/Avalum Naanum, featuring Ms Bhaskar and Ritu Varma. Suhasini Maniratnam has directed as well as starred in Coffee, Anyone?...
- 9/30/2020
- by Rajeswari
- The News Minute
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