Achchamundu Achchamundu selected for Cairo Film Festival

Filmmaker Arun Vaidyanathan's Achchamundu Achchamundu has been selected for screening at the 33rd Cairo International film festival. Starring Prasanna, Sneha, John Shea in the lead roles, the movie already made rounds in international film festivals like Garden State film festival, Shanghai International film festival and Digital cinema film festival, Japan. The movie is shot entirely in USA and produced by Ananth Govindan, Asma Hashmi, Ramzan Govindan, Hashmi, Srinivasan, Lakhani and Srinivasan. Arun Vaidyanathan recently received Media guild award for creating public awareness on Child sex abuse. The filmmaker says, recognition in an international film festival always makes the entire team happy. I was so excited when Achchamundu played in Shanghai with Chinese subtitles and the entire Chinese audience gave a fantastic response

AR Rahman’s message for a safe Deepavali

AR Rahman has acted in a 30-second promo produced by the Tamil Nadu Fire and Rescue Services department to create awareness about celebrating Deepavali safe. We should be careful while bursting crackers and not cause injury to others. This will be the message of the Oscar award winning music composer, whose work is known for creating fireworks among music buffs. Director General of Police (Prisons) R Natraj said, after editing, we produced the DVD format and sent copies to all the districts, from where it will be distributed to channels and theatres. AVM helped us with facilities. The promo was directed by S Valarmathi Priya. Many leading television channels have agreed to telecast the clipping free of cost in view of public safety.

My favourite and your favourite - Sneha

My favourite and your favourite - Sneha 2

Shriya thanks Manish for the attire he designed for Film Festival

Shriya who is normally seen in skimpy outfits went to the international film fest that happened in Toronto recently. Cooking With Stella is the film in which Shriya acted and that stepped on the red carpet of the film fest. The actress went traditional with a yellow saree wrapped around with a golden sleeveless designer blouse. She went in rickshaw on a drive near the theaters along with Seema Biswas, to promote the film. Though her film did not get any awards, the lady was praised for her beautiful attire. The admiration I got was not for me, it was for our traditional cloth I wore for the fest. The fashion designers of Toronto were in awe about the saree. I should thank our designer Manish Malhotra to have made this saree for me. The next day I was praised in many local paper presses and I got a lot of good comments about my attire. I looked very unique and the saree gave me a lot of respect in front of many big-wigs out there shared Shriya.

Suriya on his speech at Nadigar Sangam

Suriya has issued a clarification notice to the press recently to clarify the speech he made in support of few actresses who faced a damaging report published by a leading vernacular daily. There was an interpretation by certain sections of the media that the actor attacked the media in general. Nadigar Sangam came to the rescue of these actresses and demanded the arrest of the journalist who wrote this fake news and later the guilty party was arrested. During a meeting that was conducted in order to express their anguish over the issue, actors including Radha Ravi, Sarath Kumar, Vivek, Suriya, Sathyaraj and many others uttered their displeasure on the irresponsible behavior of that daily. Following that a certain section of the press has twisted what actor Suriya spoke in the meeting and tried to spoil his good name among the public.

Cricketer Sreeshanth and actor Lakshmi Rai

This pictures may be and seems to be little old. but, nevertheless worth watching if youre first timer and not a bad idea if you already seen it.

There is no truth in doing cameo in Asal – Silambarasan

Silambarasan has denied reports appeared in a section of the media he was doing a cameo in Ajith’s forthcoming film Asal. Says the actor, who had portrayed himself as the fan of Ajith in a couple of his films Manmadhan and Silambattam, it is true that I am a great fan of Ajith. But how can I act or croon for Asal when I have not been contacted by the director or producer of the movie. There is no truth in the reports. The actor however has no reservation to say that he might work with Ajith in future. If I get a chance, I will take it as a honour, he says. Heaping praise on Ajith, Silambarasan says, he is a man of perfection, decency and self-confidence. There is a lot to learn from him. I am proud and happy to be his fan, he said.

Gaundamani’s new fond of speaking in English in Jaggubai

Goundamani, who is making a comeback in Sarath Kumar starrer Jaggubhai, directed by K S Ravikumar, is playing a Tamil, who makes comedy of errors by butchering English. If sources are to be believed, his role in the movie is an all-important one, and will shower humour all over the film. Goundamani will sure tickle your funny bone in Jaggubhai. He will be one of the highlights of the movie, they say. On the film, director Ravikumar says, Jaggubhai’s story is the same as the one I had earlier announced with Rajinikanth. It is for the 10th time our hit combination (KSR-Sarath) is coming together. Produced by Radhika Sarath Kumar (Radaan) and Zee group, Jaggubhai is a story of a dotting father and his daughter, played by Sarath and Shriya Saran, respectively.

Song on internet is not from Ravan – AR Rahman

Music maestro A R Rahman has said that the song ‘Kaadhale…’, which is making waves in the internet claiming that it is one of the numbers composed by him for Mani Ratnam’s Raavan, is not from the film. Denying the news, Rahman said, someone is pulling a fast one. There is no such song in the film. There were postings on the web that the song was sung by none other than Aishwarya, following which the number managed to get many clicks. With Rahman denying it now, it’s now clear that the former Miss World has not crooned for the song

Shankar compliments Rathibala with directorial assignment

Even if Madurai to Theni did not make big business at the box office, the director is receiving good comments from everywhere. Director Rathibala deserves a pat on his back for having used an unknown territory in his Madurai to Theni as far as Tamil industry is concerned. Now the grapevine is that Shankar had given Rathibala a film under his home banner S Pictures. Director Shankar had an open hearted chat with the Rathibala and encouraged his talent. Moreover Shankar liked the outline of a script which the young director told, and immediately asked him to workout this project for his banner. What more the bighearted producer cum director also gave an advance cheque in Rathibala’s hands. In fact that was the script which Radhi intended to do as his first film, a long time wish.

We are not against the media – Sarath

Speaking to reporters after meeting Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M Karunanidhi, he said the association is ready to settle the issue if the vernacular daily comes forward to apologies for its act. We are not here to fight with the media. We respect the press. A solution can be arrived at if the newspaper, through on its own or through any other media organisation, comes forward to apologies for the report, he said. Earlier, a delegation led by Sarath called on Karunanidhi and briefed him about the feelings of actors, who were hurt by the article. They also thanked the Chief Minister for the arrest of Dinamalar news editor Lenin.

Eeram goes to Star Vijay for record price

Eeram clearly swept everybody with its rank one narration and fine technicalities. The movie even won rave reviews for its, narration, stupefying romance, spellbinding dialogues and last but not the least, the thriller side of the film. Grapevine is abuzz that Star Vijay TV has grabbed the TV rights of this Shankar’s product. And the important point is that the film was bought for a whooping 1.5 crore. Eeram by debut director Arivazhagan has proved its worth. In fact it’s rumored that this is the best proposal for any new comer’s movie till now!

Swathi to pair Vikram in Selvaraghavan’s film

Swathi's Telugu television show by name 'Colors' earned her the pet name 'Colors Swathi'. Her debut film in Telugu 'Adavari Maatalaku Ardhale Verule' directed by Selvaraghavan proved that she is an actress of fine mettle. Impressed by her performance, Selva was keen to cast her in his Tamil flick and her work in Subramaniapuram further strengthened his thoughts on this. Now, sources close to Selva aver that Swathi will be the leading lady for his next assignment with Cheeyan Vikram. If this works through, Swathi is definitely on a right track in her career.

Nayanthara will soon be seen in Kannada films

Crazy star Ravichandran gets the credit of bringing beauties from the other states to Kannada. He has introduced Juhi Chawla, Kushboo and recently Namitha into Sandalwood. The latest one to enter this line-up is our Keralite hottie- beauty Nayantara! Ravichandran is introducing her to Kannada audience through his forthcoming movie Kichaka. The buxom beauty who enthralled almost the entire South India is ready to mesmerize Karnataka too. Actor, director and producer V Ravichandran is acting opposite Dr. Jayapradha for the first time in his career. Jayapradha is also playing an important role in this film whereas Ravichandran will play a dual role as a father and son. The film has story and screenplay by actor-cum-director Mohan. Produced by Munirathna, Kichaka will start rolling from October 18th

Sandhya successful journey continues

Sandhya has successfully completed five years in film industry. It is because of the support of my directors, producers, fans and last but not the least, my family members, says the actress, who started her journey with Kadhal in 2004. Sandhya is currently acting in films like Irumbu Kottai Murattu Singam, Odipolama and Nootrukku Nooru in Tamil. Buzz is that she is all set to sign on the dotted lines for two more movies. I am eagerly expecting the release of Kannada movie Aptha Rakshaka, which is a sequel to the blockbuster 'Aptha Mithra' (Chandramukhi in Tamil).

GV Prakash making Bollywood debut with Mahesh Bhatt

It’s almost confirmed now that GV Prakash will make it to Bollywood by next year. The young composer will be introduced by director Vijay, who is working along with GV for Madharasapattinam. After this one GV will be composing music for Bhatt’s upcoming project in February. As of now the young talent is using live recording method with orchestra to resemble the composition of those olden times for ‘Madharasapattinam’. He is using this method even for the re-recording work all over the film. He may also likely to be retained by director Vijay for his forthcoming trilingual project (Hindi, Tamil and Telugu), although the project will be based on the success of Madhrasapattinam.

Suriya enjoying guest treatment by nativities during Singam shoot

Suriya’s Singam has made it to the final stage of shooting. As of now the climax is being shot in a small village in Thiruchendur. To give a native touch to the scene, the team had erected an open air temple with a huge Ayyanar statue. our young hero is so jovial that he is spending time along with his fans till a shot is getting ready. Looks like Suriya is happy about the way the natives treat him. He is also going to few of their houses and having a good feast with them.
People of Tirunelveli and Thoothukudi are seeing me as a member of their family. Their affection is stunning me. Though these people go out of their place for their line of business, they all come together as a family during festive season; this is really touching, said Suriya in an interview for a local channel. On the other hand director Hari is confident to make it big, as Singam is being shot in his lucky locations like Kutralam, Thiruchendur and Tirunelveli.

Kollywood stars show of strength of unity

Hundreds of members of South Indian Film Artistes Association (SIFAA) and other bodies of Tamil film industry came together on Wednesday to protest against a Tamil daily, which recently published a report implicating several actresses as involved in sex work.
The protest meeting at SIFAA premises in Chennai was attended by the association’s president R Sarath Kumar, secretary Radha Ravi, Rajinikanth, Vijayakanth, Suriya, Vijayakumar, Radhika and Sri Priya among others. In his address, Rajini said it is important for newspapers to respect the emotions of people when publishing reports. Vijayakanth said that press freedom should not be misused and media should avoid hurting sentiments of people. Suriya suggested that the Film Employees Federation of South India (FEFSI) should have legal cell to deal with such reports and he would bear the expense to set up such a cell. Actresses Revathi, Seetha, Rohini, Nalini and others spoke.

Actors pay tribute to Sivaji

The opening ceremony of the Sivaji Ganesan bronze statue in Madurai was a day of reminiscence for Kamal Haasan and a host of other actors. Earlier, the statue was inaugurated by the Union Minister MK Alagiri. Speaking at the function, Kamal said that Sivaji had always been his inspiration and there was a touch of Sivaji's acting in his. The Ulaganayagan added that the late actor wielded respect so much that he used to remain speechless in his presence. Vijayakumar said that all actors, including the two present icons of the Tamil film industry, Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan, has the Sivaji effect in their acting. Comedian Vadivelu recalled his Devar Magan days when he had the opportunity to act with the legendary actor.