These days, ‘Teasers’ have become the predominant ID cards of a movie and it involves a heavy level of efforts to present it perfectly. It’s almost like hinting about a film’s premise in not less than few seconds. With the emergence of social media and YouTube viewership factors, it means strictly following the theory ‘First impression is the best impression’. The 45-second teaser of Bodhai Yeri Buddhi Maari has significantly nailed it in these vistas as it instantly gets whelmed with positive response.

Filmmaker Chandru KR says, “First and foremost, I would like to thank Suriya sir for his generous gesture of unveiling our teaser. While we were much doubtful whether he would take his team to channelize his interest towards a small project like this, he surprised us enthusiastically. It wasn’t just about the formal words on the social media page, but he personally appreciated us for the perfect packaging of this teaser.”

While briefing about the story behind the teaser cuts, he reveals, “It’s quite obvious that ‘Teasers’ have become a major element of promoting a film. We have come across many instances, where content driven films despites not having big names involved have managed to capture the attention audiences with teasers. This instilled in us the urge to present a teaser that would give a hint about what Bodhai Yeri Buddhi Maari is all about. Having decided to present the teaser with duration of 45 seconds, we had a lease of acute challenge to establish all the characters in the film. So we decided to bring in the protagonist alone (played by Dheeraj) for the first few seconds, let’s say the first half followed by rest of the characters in the latter part. We are so happy that many have exactly perceived this teaser pattern and have appreciated us. We will be soon bringing out the theatrical trailer that will emphasize more upon the film’s theme and characters involved in the drama.”

Featuring Dheeraj, Dushara and Pradaini in lead roles, Bodhai Yeri Buddhi Maari has Radharavi, Charlie and Ajay in important roles. Chandru KR makes his directorial debut with this film, which is bankrolled by Sreenidhi Sagar for Rise East Creations. The technical team comprises of Balasubramaniam (Cinematography), KP (Music), Arivu, Muthamil & Sudhan Bala (Lyrics), V.J. Sabu Joseph (Editor), Gopi Anand (Art), ‘Rugger’ Ram Kumar (Stunts), Sheriff (Choreography) and Poornima Ramasamy (Costumes).

It’s great news for the entire team of ‘Nenjamundu Nermaiyundu Odu Raja’ as the CBFC members have passed ‘U’ certificate. Featuring Rio Raj, Shirin Kanchwala, RJ Vigneshkanth, Radharavi and Nanjil Sampath in the star-cast, director Karthik Venugopalan is completely bounded to gleeful moments over this result.

Director Karthik Venugopalan says, “For a debutant like me, it is like a convocation ceremony in college and it’s a glad tiding to each and everyone in the team. Naturally, we were pretty much conscious of presenting Nenjamundu Nermaiyundu Odu Raja for family audiences by the scripting stage itself. Now, passing through this acid test and getting a favourable result brims us with streak of strong confidence about the film. The film has 90% humour with enjoyable moments with a message amalgamated to it.”

Getting on to speak about the entire working process with the NNOR team, he says, “It has been a serene and beautiful process, where we all enjoyed it thoroughly. Rio Raj’s casual and effortless performance itself has offered a great substantiality to the role he has essayed. In fact, the film has characters that aren’t larger than life and all the actors out here for given their best with realistic touch. Shirin Kanchwala was so much curious on the sets to grasp the Tamil lines for lip synch. I am sure, she will be soon mastering the language. RJ Vigneshkanth is a already a popular icon across online media has become an important asset to many films and we are sure his performances will add up amusements. Working with senior artistes like Radharavi sir and Nanjil Sampath sir has been yet more meaningful journey to me. More than all, I would like to thank Sivakarthikeyan brother for trusting script..”

The young and sensational Shabir has composed music for this film and U.K. Senthil Kumar has handled cinematography with Fenny Oliver as the editor. Following the grand success of maiden production ‘Kanaa’, actor Sivakarthikeyan is producing this film for Sivakarthikeyan Productions.

The shooting schedules of Hansika Motwani starrer ‘Maha’ has been happening on full swing as planned on its pre-production phase. Despites the challenges involved, the team is proficient enough to proceed perfectly on its course of action. Currently, the entire team is shooting across the sun baked coastal paradise of Goa. Of course, the social media pages are flooded with surprisal enthrallments to see STR’s presence in the project. More than all, it’s producer Mathiyalagan of Etcetera Entertainment, who is pretty much exhilarated about his incredulously joyful experience of working with him.

He says, “As planned for a 8-day schedule, we are now on the third day shooting continuously in Goa. It’s quite hectic as we have to shoot across 5 different locations every day. This schedule has episodes involving STR and Hansika Motwani that includes a song, action block, romantic episodes, party, break up and patch up sequences to be shot. While the progress of shoot is offering me a strong lease of satisfaction, what’s exciting me are the moments with STR, which are completely in contrast to hearsays from certain people that he would pose as burden to producers. Right from Day 1, I am relishing each and every gesture of his. We couldn’t manage to get a proper caravan and were so much doubtful if STR would create an issue. To our surprise, he just said, “Sir, this isn’t going to come onscreen, right. Let us focus on what’s going to be filmed.” We had to continuously shoot from 12 p.m. to 12.30 a.m. Despites the late pack up, he came up with an aplomb attitude and asked what time he should be for the shoot. Getting such an actor is a big boon to budding producers like us. As we were trying to commute caravan from Mumbai to Goa, he just told us not to worry and took rest inside the Innova car until the preparations on the sets were done. Moreover, he used to voluntarily come out and check if everything is fine and his childlike curiosity of asking if the shot is okay left us awestruck. My humble request to all producers is that just come and travel with him. He isn’t asking you to be there on the sets all the time, but just understand his requirements and he’s yours. Despites the unbearable heat and terrible sweating, he is travelling all over the places for the shoot. On her part, Hansika Motwani is doing a great job and is totally cooperative. Their chemistry is working out perfectly. Director Jameel is excellent with his directorial skills and is handling every pressure and challenges with coolness and so is cinematographer Lakshman. The entire team comprising of young people are spreading positive and energetic vibes completely.”

Soon after completing this schedule, the entire team will fly back to Chennai. ‘Maha’ is produced by V. Mathiyalagan for Etcetera Entertainment. The technical team includes Ghibran (Music), J. Laxman (DOP), J.R. John Abraham (Editor), Manimozhian Ramadurai (Art Director), Karky (Lyricist), Sheriff-Poppy (Choreographer), Reshma Sancheti-Archana Mehta (Costumes).

Here's a glimpse of my training at Vietnam for #BOXER for you all!! #LienPhong #Vietnam #MMA #ShootStartsFromJune pic.twitter.com/sAZH76COS9

— ArunVijay (@arunvijayno1) May 27, 2019

He’s been a man of relentless workouts and fitness freak and his insatiable passion to push the bars remains inevitable. Moreover, as soon as the official word was out on “Boxer” and his role, his fans were animated with huge expectations pondering if they would get a glimpse of his preparation for the project. Especially with a mentor like Peter Hein and their embarkation together into the school of LEIN PHONG, one of the world’s most celebrated martial arts training hub located in Vietnam, the pulses among fans found themselves on high rhythmic tempos.

Filmmaker Vivek says, “It’s been a month long hectic training for Arun Vijay sir. Everyone knows that he is a perfectionist in maintaining an awe-inspiring fitness in real life. He has taken additional efforts for our film “Boxer”. In accordance to the suggestion of Peter Hein Master, he underwent training at Lein Phong in Vietnam. It wasn’t an easy deal as Arun Vijay sir had to train himself continuously for 8 hours a day and despite this fact, he remained cool and aplomb. I am really thankful to both of them for pampering this film as their own child. More than doing their job on professional front, they are emotionally bounded to this film, which I believe will definitely escalate the film to a greater magnitude. I thank local trainer Sundeep for his wonderful support throughout this process. This video is just a glimpse of what we have done so far and there are lots more compilations, which involves the rigorous and painstaking efforts of Arun Vijay sir. More than all, we wanted to present this video as his fans have been curiously looking up for. When I say fans, they aren’t merely the ones who watch his films, but invariably follow him for his fitness style”

Following a month long training session, Arun Vijay returned back to Chennai before couple of days and is currently holidaying with his family. As planned, the shooting will commence by this June and will proceed accordingly with its schedules.

The film revolves around a reigning boxer and his turbulent journey of combating the evil within. Ritika Singh would be seen playing the role of a sports journalist in this film and there is a myriad star-cast in prominent roles. D Imman is composing music for this film and the others in the technical team includes C.S. Balachandar (Art), Nadan (Editor), Peter Hein (Stunts), Hina (Stylist), Arun (Costumes). With Vivek scripting and directing, V Mathiyalagan produces the film for Etcetera Entertainment.

Unconventional experiments packaged with right ingredients have always been the source of instant attraction in showbiz. Chimbu Devan’s multi-starrer Kasada Tabara has become a much celebrated topic of micro-blogging pages, online portals and media hubs now. With the first look motion poster getting colossal reception, the entire team is having its lofty toast of happiness about it.

Director Chimbu Devan says, “It was entirely a different and phenomenal experience to work with bunch of talented actors and technicians. Perhaps, it might sound to be a stereotypical statement, but taking a look at star-cast and technicians, it is definitely going to be proved right. Name anyone in this league – Harish Kalyan, Sundeep Kishen, Shanthanu Bhagyaraj, Venkat Prabhu, Premgi Amaran, Vijayalakshmi or Priya Bhavani Shankar, everyone is known for their unique styled performance. In addition, they have been someone, who haven’t been on a hurried race, but always take scrutinizing efforts for settling down with right projects. Getting on with the technical team, it’s almost like a maximized collage portrait of almost all the reigning personalities of our industry. From the well celebrated iconic Yuvan Shankar Raja, Santhosh Narayanan to the current sensations like Ghibran and Sam CS, it’s unimaginably a huge boon to Kasada Tabara. I am thankful to producers V. Rajalakshmi and Trident Arts R Ravindran for trusting this concept and helping to materialize it. Now to see the wowing response for the first look and motion poster endows us a compelling confidence in us over our next processes of audio and trailer followed by worldwide theatrical release in July 2019.”

The specific genre called ‘Anthology’ has always received bouquets and resentments at times. So how does Chimbu Devan see this in context with Kasada Tabara? He instantly reverts with a surprisal citation saying, “I would like to clarify that our film doesn’t belong to this genre. Anthology is a collection of short stories that has no connection between one segment and the other. In contrast, Kasada Tabara is a film with single story encapsulating six portions.”

Kasada Tabara is produced by V. Rajalakshmi for Black Ticket Company in association with R. Ravindran of Trident Arts. The film has musical score by Yuvan Shankar Raja, Santhosh Narayanan, Ghibran, Sam CS, Premgi and Sean Roldan. MS Prabhu, Sakthi Saravanan, S.D. Vijay Milton, Balasubramaniem, RD Rajashekar and S.R. Kathir have handled cinematography. Kasi Viswanathan, Raja Mohammad, Antony, Praveen KL, Vivek Harshan and Ruben are the editors involved in the film with Jayakumar taking care of art department.

Actress Prayaga Martin who became the overnight charm of Tamil cinema through her debut film ‘Pisasu’ has already become the ‘Southern Delight’ as she has been simultaneously working in different regional industries. However, she feels something special about Tamil industry as she says, “The love and affection from Tamil Nadu is unconditional. Sometimes, I get emotional to see people here remember me across the years for just one film ‘Pisasu’. I thank Mysskin sir for making it happen. To be honest, this success deeply instilled in me the need to choose content driven films, not only in K-town, but across the other industries as well. On a positive note, I am coming across lots of substantial scripts herein Kollywood and hopefully, there will lots of announcements about my projects shortly.”

She has completed working in Malayalam movie ‘ULTA’, which has actor Suresh Gopi’s son Gokul Suresh in lead role. The post-production works are happening now and it is scheduled for July release. She is looking forward to a bigger stroke with yet another Malayalam film “Brothers Day”, where she shares screen space with versatile actor Prithviraj. Slated for Onam release, she will be completing her portions by mid-of-June.

On the other hand, Prayaga Martin is working in a Kannada movie titled ‘Geetha’, where she plays female lead opposite ‘Golden Star’ Ganesh Kumar. It’s already considered as one of the big tickets in Sandalwood for its production value and is being across the exotic locales of Kolkata, Shimla, Punjab and Bengaluru. With just the final schedule pending to wrap up the entire shoot, the film is planned for a major release in September.

Ask what’s so special that she loves about Tamil cinema and she smilingly says, “Everything is special and it’s difficult for me to single out them. Right from the exceptional stories that are crafted to how it is beautifully presented on International standards without losing its native touch is something exceptional. I am so much eagerly to waiting to experiment with different roles out here.”

It’s a journey of two individuals who set out on a travel to explore life & relationship in a different perspective. This story resonates a musical journey. Their journey starts from Chennai and stretches till Kanyakumari. In the era of technological advancements Siragu will take you on a journey through nature & touch you with a musical breeze.

Movies like Madras, Kabali, Vada Chennai, Sandakozhi 2, Pariyerum Perumaal, introduced Hari Krishnan to us and now through Siragu he is being introduced as the male lead of the film. As a dancer with scintillating moves & as a certified yoga instructor our debut female lead Akshitha has performed gracefully with ease.

Dr. Vidhya & Nivas Adithan are two vital characters in the film who play an important role in the lives of the leads. Kaali Venkat has done a cute brief role that’s typically him.

Pyar Prema Kadhal fame Raja Bhattacharjee has embedded beautiful visuals for Siragu which takes you on a journey along with the cast while watching the movie. Arrol Correlli has got an opportunity to experiment different genre of songs which include a melody number & a soulful song. To cater to the younger audience, he has also scored a peppy journey rap song. Debuting as an editor in this film Arun Kumar VS has exceptionally given a smooth feel to the movie which greases naturally.

Having decades of experience in the Media industry Mala Manyan has produced this film under her banner “First Copy Productions.” Siragu is her first journey as a producer & she is all exuberant and confident about this film and the team.

A lady who needs no introduction in the field of lyric writing and a renowned poet Kutti Revathi has written & directed this movie as a debutant apart from penning the lyrics too.

Produced By : Mala Manyan (First Copy Productions)
Written & Directed by : Kutti Revathi
Cinematographer : Raja Bhattarcharjee
Music : Arrol Correlli
Editor : Arun Kumar VS
Lyrics : Kutti Revathi, Arivu (Rap)
Hero : Hari Krishnan
Heroine : Akshitha
Supporting Cast : Dr.Vidhya, Nivas Adithan
Special Appearance : Kaali Venkat

Makers of Prabhas starrer ‘Saaho’ and trio Shankar Ehsaan Loy amicably parted ways

In a recent development of events, the makers of Prabhas starrer Saaho and the musician trio Shankar Ehsaan Loy have cordially parted ways, showing us all how it should be done, professionally. First, the trio announced the news on their social media wishing the best to the makers of ‘Saaho’. Following so, the makers also wished the best to the trio while they concluded their association for the project.

The producers, UV Creations tweeted from their twitter handle, “Thank you @ShankarEhsanLoy for all the support.. Means a lot. One of the nicest people to work with. Looking forward to working with you all soon.
#Saaho”

The makers are working on music which will appeal to pan India audience. The audience will be updated soon with more details on the same.

Saaho is one of the most anticipated films, starring Prabhas who enjoys a pan India appeal. Paired alongside Bollywood actress Shraddha Kapoor, the movie is being shot in three languages; Hindi, Tamil and Telugu, simultaneously.

The makers of ‘Saaho’ released a new poster from the action-thriller and the leading actor, Prabhas can be seen sporting a fierce look, glaring through the poster. The action thriller ‘Saaho’ also has a superlative ensemble cast of Jackie Shroff, Neil Nitin Mukesh, Mandira Bedi, Chunky Panday, Mahesh Manjrekar, Arun Vijay, Murali Sharma, amongst the rest.

‘Saaho’ is a high octane action thriller which is Produced by UV Creations and directed by Sujeeth and is set to hit the theatres on August 15, 2019.

Following the grand reception and commercial success of Kanaa, Sivakarthikeyan Productions’ next outing “NENJAMUNDU NERMAYUNDU ODU RAJA” has already generated decent graph of expectations. The audio and trailer launch of this film happened today (June 3) and here are some of the excerpts from the event.

Actor Mayilsamy said, “I have the habit of not listening to the scripts when someone approaches me for their movies. It’s because no one comes to the industry for making flop movies. I have to say something about Sivakarthikeyan. His phenomenal growth from a mimicry artist to a top league actor is something more amazing. I am sure that the film will definitely cater to the tastes of family audiences.”

Cinematographer UK Senthil Kumar said, “Karthik Venugopal kept improvising a lot everyday and his proficiency kept enhancing every day.”

Co-producer Kalai said, “I thank each and everyone for being here for this special occasion. Initially, I had other ideas about this occasion and later we felt that Black Sheep team is always innovative in their ideas. So we had this task given to them and they have made it more special now. I have to talk about cast and crew of NNOR for their creative and proficient working style.”

Chutti Aravind said, “Before few years, myself and my brother Vicky casually started a YouTube platform, which was something completely different from our routine style. Very few had appreciated and encouraged us during that time and Sivakarthikeyan brother is one among them. Today, there are many bothers to him and that’s all because of his love and special care for all.”

Politician turned actor Nanjil Sampath said, “ I thank RJ Shah of Radio Mirchi for being the initial reason for me to be a part of this film. I am so happy to see Karthik Venugopal who happens to be a man from my native place for making a good film. I thank Sivakarthikeyan for offering me an opportunity to be a part of this film. Whenever someone comes to Chennai with more dreams and aspirations, Youtube has been their main source of escalation. In this instance, I was once interviewed by the Black Sheep team and from then, I have been a part of their family.” Just as everyone was given some hilarious topics, Nanjil Sampath was given a topic to talk upon “There is no end for me” and he referred a wonderful quote cited by Former Late CM Kalaignar Karunanidhi whose 96th birthday is celebrated today.

Actress Shirin Kanchwala said, “I thank each and everyone in the team for making me feel comfortable. Especially, I am thankful to the Tamil tutors for making me render the dialogues on the shooting spot.”

Actor RJ Vigneshkanth said, “Although, I have been a part of such audio launches and special events, but this one is really special to me.” He was given a topic to talk on “Cinema and then joining politics.” He said, “Blacksheep has already been a part of politics and we have been consistently reviewing the political scenario. It’s not about contesting in elections, but making such contributions. We started Blacksheep with 6 members and later it enlarged into 22 family members. There was a special person to all of us named Siva Subramaniam Anna, who passed away in an accident. Today, we are really missing him and owe a lot to him. We are presenting NNOD as a pakka commercial entertainer and we are sure everyone will enjoy this in theatres from June 14.”

Music director Shabir was invited to the dais and given the topic to speak on – I will use only Ilayaraja songs. He said, “Isaignani sir has been in my subconscious mind from the age of 4. He has been an integral part of my life. Speaking about working in NNOR, I must say that we have used some new instrumentals for the first time in a movie. Sivakarthikeyan brother is a huge inspiration to me and just like Blacksheep team, I am happy to see that I am here working with them. Sivakarthikeyan brother was the one who launched my “Yaayum” from Sagaa and after listening to all the songs, he told that we will definitely work together.”

Actor Rio Raj said, “Thank you Blacksheep team for making my moments so much special. Press and media have played an important role in enhancing my journey. Karthik Venugopal and RJ Vigneshkanth were the ones who blindly trusted that one day I would become a hero. Sivakarthikeyan Anna has always shown special interest in me. There was a time when I was doing a show in television Channel and couldn’t host the show for sometime due to my illness. Following my shows, he personally called me up and enquired about my health. His love and care didn’t stop there and it continues till today and I owe him a lot. It was like a formal meeting between Blacksheep team and me for the first
day and from Day 2, we became a family..”

Filmmaker Karthik Venugopal was invited to the stage after a small video was played on his philanthropic deeds. He said, “This is completely an emotional moment for me as I used to attend such audio launches standing somewhere at the corner. Today, I am here happy to be here and all credit goes to the entire Blacksheep team for making my dream come true.”

Actor-Producer Sivakarthikeyan said, “I usually think that there must be a reason behind every film we produce. Kanaa was made for the sake of our friends. The next one was to bring online and TV channel personalities together. So it all happens with NNOR and while listening to the script, I was confident that it will surely be received well by all. After watching the film’s climax, I was happy that we have done justice. I am someone who believes in time and destiny. Before four years, I had the ringtone of Puratchi Thalaivar MGR song “Nenjamundu Nermayundu Odu Raja” and today to have the same title for the film is so much surprising and nothing was planned. Especially, to have the audio launched on the 96th birthday of Kalaignar Karunanidhi ayya is a blessing. I used to be surprised with Karthik Venugopal for he would do so much help to needy people even when he didn’t earn much. I used to regularly watch Rio as anchor as I love his shows a lot. Kanaa has been an important film in our journey and we announced NNOR ad Production No.2 during the audio launch of Kanaa. Now, we are announcing our Production No.3 that will be directed by my brother Arun of Aruvi fame. We are releasing NNOR in June 14 and the content will be definitely liked by all as the story is taken from everyone’s life.”

Sci-fi thrillers have always carried the charm of attracting universal groups not simply for the top-notch technical aspects, but for its emotional packaging too. Debut filmmaker’s ‘ASARIRI’ featuring Jeevan in lead role and produced by IB Karthikeyan of Big Print Pictures.

Producer IB Karthikeyan says, “With the emergence of digital platforms, our present generation is emphasizing its focus upon our special mythological references in connection to the current technological panorama. Personally, I have been someone, who voraciously flips through such topics and filmmaker GK’s script animated me with high enthusiasms as he kept narrating it. The absolute question that would strike anyone’s mind while listening to such Sci-fi scripts is how far the filmmaker would be successful in translating the script into celluloid version. In that case, GK is an exception as he had already proved his outstanding skills through the short film with same title ‘ASARIRI’ that became the cynosure of many people in the industry. On the other hand, it’s not merely about the technical bonanzas, but the emotional ingredients the script owns, which will definitely get ticked in all boxes of becoming an engrossing entertainer.”

Filmmaker GK says, “ASARIRI is a Sci-Fi thriller crafted with the pattern of giving a novel-reading experience. It will have the references of our epic mythological tales, which are ethnically inherent to our culture and how it’s connected to the present technological world. More than all, it focus on how ‘Science’ creates an emotional struggle among a family. We have tried crafting keeping rural and urban audiences in mind and are sure that everyone from kids to elders in will love it; especially the couples will be able to connect themselves with the film.”

Talking about actor Jeevan who plays the lead role, GK adds, “He has been too choosy over the scripts and has never been in a hurry. In fact, we were little doubtful whether he would take up this project. Being a technology geek himself, he loved the script and instantly gave a nod. I can assure that it will be completely different from what he had done so far. We are now on the process of finalizing others in the cast and crew including heroine.”

While filmmaker GK was already big on fame for winning ‘Radaan Short Film Contest’ for a Sci-fi movie with same title, he says, “We have just used the title and this film will have a completely fresh premise.”

Since, Sci-Fi movies always have ‘Music’ as one of the major pillars in enhancing the impact, the team is having talks with top league music directors and we can expect a bigger announcement on this shortly in time. I Maruthanayagam (DOP), a former associate to Nirav Shah and Saravanan is handling cinematography and Vaira Balan is taking care of art department. Since the title ‘ASARIRI’ is related to sound, the film will give a completely new experience on sound technology to audiences.

There’s been more special about Suseenthiran-D Imman duo for their musical albums have never missed to conquer the massive crowds. Their latest outing with ‘Angelina’ had the album released before couple of days at an FM and the songs have been getting wonderful response. On the other hand, the film has already become the source of decorous attention among the film buffs as they are curiously inclined to the film. With Picture Box Company Alexander acquiring the distribution rights, it’s evident that the film will have a huge release.

Alexander says, “There are regular assumptions that a good film actually gets escalated through marketing and release when a good production house clasps it. However, it’s only the good projects that actually elevate a producer or anyone involved in the trade. To be honest, Suseenthiran sir’s films have never missed to clinch a strong position in the list of film traders. His excellent mastery over the formula of presenting intense themes with engrossing narration has established as an all time winner. In particular, he has been one among the rarest filmmakers, who has consistently delivered commendable films with newcomers in the lead roles. In this aspect, “Angelina” has been the centre of attention from the very beginning of the project and I have been personally following its updates. It’s a film that will surely showcase the colourful youthfulness and at the same time, has an amazing story premise of thriller elements.”

Talking about the musical success of Angelina, Alexander adds, “The sparkling combo of Suseenthiran-D Imman has carved an exceedingly huge success from the very beginning of their journey. I am extremely happy about the wowing reception of “Angelina” and my favourite number is ‘Oru Naal’, which has become the current addiction of music lovers. We will be soon starting our promotional phase and will reveal our release plans after zeroing in the perfect date.”

Featuring Krisha Kurup, Saran Sanjai, Soori, Devadarshini and few more prominent actors in the star-cast, “Angelina” is an investigative thriller with romance elements. Produced by KV Shanthi for Aahraam Thinai Films, the technical team includes AR Soorya (DOP), Thiyagu (Editor), G Canandhan (Art), D Imman (Music), Viveka & Kabilan (Lyrics), Anbariv (Stunts) and Shobi (Choreographer).

Producer P.K. Ram Mohan of Kalpataru Pictures is prettily exhilarated with the way his upcoming film tentatively titled “Production No.3” is shaping up. The film featuring Sasikumar in lead role is helmed by NV Nirmal Kumar, whose maiden direction ‘Salim’ had him enthroned as a bankable filmmaker. Touted to be an action-adventure entertainer, each and every element of this film is projecting the film entirely as a different and fresh treat in the Sasikumar league of movies. In particular, the next schedule kick-starting at luxurious city of Mumbai, especially with the combination of Sarath Kumar has upgraded the impact.

Producer P.K. Ram Mohan says, “Everything we planned is proceeding at brisk and steady momentum. If not for the perfect planning and execution of Nirmal Kumar, this would have not been possible. To handle a project with prominent actors and that too completing the schedules on time without any delay is bliss for any producer. In this aspect, I am feeling so much satisfied with the way how our film is shaping up. We are now delighted to have the versatile actor Sarathkumar sir onboard. What keeps us excited is not just for having him as a part of this film, but the new makeover and style that he will exhibit here. We are commencing our second schedule of 25 days from June 6, which will be completely shot in Mumbai. This is really a special phase of shoot as it will have some crucial scenes shot across the exotic locales of this cosmopolitan city.”

When asked about the role that Sarath Kumar essays in the film, he jocularly adds, “Usually, it would be a producer’s strict rule to keep everyone in the team refrained from letting the cat out of bag and I shouldn’t be breaking the rules right. All that I can assure is that it would be totally a new experience for the audience to watch him in this film. Especially, the unusual combination of Sarath Kumar-Sasikumar will be a spotlighting element as their characters are intensely substantial.”

Totting up for now, producer P.K. Ram Mohan says, “Each and every artiste and technician are enthusiastically energetic and it’s pushing my confidence as a producer at this stage of production itself.”

Ganesh Chandra (DoP), Anand Mani (Art) and Sakthi Saravanan (Choreography) are among the technical crew. The official announcement on the film’s heroine and music director will be made shortly.

There are artistes who aren’t willing to settle down accomplishing the regular paradigm of success. They prove themselves distinctly by achieving their star status breaking the linguistic barriers and regional boundaries getting their fame etched across the far-flung zones too. Then, there are artistes, who merely don’t strive for such statures alone, but elevate the industry by turning the spotlights upon them. Kichcha Sudeepa has been the most loved actor of such privileges across the years. From stealing the show as Southern delight being “KICHCHA” and sooner becoming the Bollywood’s most looked upon actor for his consistent associations with maverick filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma. More than all, he conquered the mass crowds with his versatile spell as antagonist in ‘Naan Ee’. Apparently, the actor is all set to send forth his stupendous waves of sensation through ‘PAILWAAN’, a Pan-Indian film to release in 5 different languages – Tamil, Hindi, Telugu, Malayalam and Kannada.

Produced in grandeur by Mrs Swapna Krishna for RRR Motion Pictures and helmed by filmmaker Mr. Krishna, the film is a sports-action-drama packaged with commercial ingredients amalgamating the essence of emotions and amusements together. Kichcha Sudeepa will be seen playing the role of a wrestler, who embarks on a journey of conquering his dreams and the hassling challenges he encounters during the process. While Ms. Akanksha will be seen playing the female lead, the country’s most proficient and celebrated Mr. Sunil Shetty would be appearing in a key role.

Filmmaker Krishna says, “The journey from crafting “Pailwaan” to translating it into celluloid version has been a great learning experience. More than titling it as a film with grandeur, I would say, it was so much bliss to work with the celebrated technicians from Hollywood, Bollywood, Tamil and Telugu film industry. Apart from having the ace actors in lead roles, working with Mr. Sushant Singh, Kabeer Dhuhan Singh, Sharath Lohitashwa, Avinash and others was really enjoyable.”

While the film’s teaser released in January 2019 had stunned everyone for the shirtless avatar of Kichcha Sudeepa, S Krishna says, “Yes, while designing the project, I personally felt that Sudeepa fans should have a surprisal delight and it all happened with this shirtless avatar. Of course, he is a fitness geek and his dedication was completely supportive in exceeding our expectations with his mind-boggling physique.”

The boxing poster of Kichcha Sudeepa in 5 languages will be released by the reigning icons of the respective industries – Mr. Sunil Shetty in Hindi, Megastar Mr Chiranjeevi in Telugu, Mr. Vijay Sethupathi in Tamil and Mr. Mohanlal in Malayalam.

The film has musical score by Arjun Janya and cinematography handled by Karunakar A. Ganesh Acharya, Raju Sundaram & A Harsha have choreographed the songs. While the Indian industry’s most celebrated Ram-Laxman have choreographed the stunts along with Dr. K Ravi Verma, Larnell Stovall has directed the ‘Boxing’ blocks and A. Vijay for Kusthi. Krishna, Madhoo & Kannan (Screenplay), Nithin Lukose (Audiography), Yogi-Chetan-Ganesh (Costumes) are the others in the technical team.

Films aren’t simply considered as forms of art and entertainment for at times, it imparts beautiful messages that are inspirational. Debut filmmaker Bharath Mohan’s “Igloo”, produced by Drumsticks Productions belongs to this panache that has something positive for the audiences to inhale.

“The life isn’t always box of chocolates. Sometimes, it puts us into deep state of melancholies, particularly with the life-threatening diseases. Yes, there are medical advancements that are occurring at times to fight it out, but the greatest weapon is about being “Positive”. Igloo emphasizes such a message through the emotional romantic drama, where the ‘picture perfect’ lives of a couple are devastated with a hazardous illness and how they handle it positively,” says filmmaker Bharath Mohan, who makes his directorial debut with this film. Indeed, such an impactful citation from the director drops an assumption whether it’s a tragic love story. He instantly clarifies saying, “That’s something you need to watch it on the screens. We have tried to convey a positive message through these dramatic moments laced with emotions and as a team, believe that it will be received well for this reason.”

Giving in additional insight about the film, Bharath Mohan says, “We wanted to keep everything realistic about the film refraining from larger-than-life projections and exaggerations. All the characters are inspired by the ones we come across in our daily walks of life. It’s been a serene experience as all the artistes clearly understood the depth of characters they played and efficiently enlivened them. The lead actors – Amzath Khan and Anju Kurian have done a beautiful job here and others in the cast including Mathew Vergese, Lizzy and Bucks too have added the appropriate adornments. One of the major highlights in Igloo will be twins Anika and Arohi playing an important role during the initial 25 minutes of the film.”

Arrol Corelli has become eminent for his sweetest composing and his musical score Igloo is expected to be one of the major attractions in this film, which has 3 songs. Kugan S Palani has handled cinematography and Seenivasan has taken care of art department with Prasanna GK as the editor.

Music Director Yuvan Shankar Raja Rowdy Baby becomes (Y)ouTube’s (S)ensational (R)ealm crossing 500 Million views

Milestones after Milestones! While 2019 whelmed the YouTube domain with ‘Black Hole’ sensations, there’s something more on gravitational force pulling people all over the world into its zone called ‘Rowdy Baby’ and its creator – Yuvan Shankar Raja. While the global platform is immersed into the magical season of Bohemian Rhapsody, A Star is born to the Gully boys that predominantly belong to ‘Music’ genres; our ‘Rowdy Baby’ from ‘Maari 2’ has eventually nailed an incredulously huge rank on the charts. It’s not an exaggerated citation, but just a glimpse upon the topics ‘Rowdy Baby Song Reaction’, ‘Rowdy Baby Cover (Instrumentals and Vocals), Talking Tom version and lots more. Well, having mentioned about the ‘Song Reaction’, it’s not merely about the ones in our country, but across Korea, Russia and even the farthest lands. Crossing 500 million views and the numbers fast proceeding for its next feat of accomplishment, the ‘Rowdy Baby’ fever looks unstoppable.

The pure magic of Yuvan Shankar Raja has captivated the universal viewers for its ‘Bass and Rhythmic Beat’. These are the earnest elements of a song that deliberate mantra that designs the ‘Grand Kismet’ of a song. Obviously, YSR has carved a phenomenal niche of such excellence this spell all across the years. Be it a fast feet tapping number or the mellifluous ones, he’s been the master of these musical alchemies. Moreover, Yuvan has always been a herculean when it comes to synchronizing these factors with lyrics and vocalisms, thereby creating a feel of ‘Carnival’.

‘Rowdy Baby’ has furthermore got itself electrified with the Lyrical strokes of Poet-u Dhanush, who rendered it along with mesmerizing ‘Dhee’ on accompaniment. The wonderful alike set works, Indian Michael Jackson Prabhu Deva’s scintillating choreography that still keeps everyone across the world attempting to get the perfection. Of course, the finest touch of Dhanush and Sai Pallavi screen presence has added the best of essence in making ‘Rowdy Baby’ a global hit.

Sasikumar starrer “Production No.3” produced by P.K. Ram Mohan of Kalpataru Pictures is having a brisk and fast schedule in Mumbai now. This action packed adventure entertainer had Sarathkumar joining this schedule, where some crucial scenes are being filmed. Amidst such situation, actor Sasikumar had an emotional moment when our Tamil Mumbaikars surprised him with unconditional love for him.

Director NV Nirmal Kumar says, “We were shooting an action sequence; where Sasikumar wildly chases few hooligans and bash them on the busy lanes of Mumbai, which were hugely crowded. Since, we wanted to stay away from the public glare; we decided to shoot the entire scene using hidden cameras. However, the scenario sooner turned to be little twisted as the local folks out there mistook this for a real clash and informed the police. Apparently, things were clarified and before settling back with our work, there was an incredulous surprise out there to see Tamilians recognizing Sasikumar sir. It wasn’t a casual greet of cheers, but the crowds enlarged that got him almost mobbed. They spent decent time with him clicking selfies and getting autographs. In fact, Sasikumar sir was laden with emotional moments as he never imagined that there is so much recognition for him beyond his homeland boundaries. He was actually speechless for few minutes and told that such love and affection is always ‘Double Booster’ for an artiste like him that propels to deliver promising performances.”

Extending for a schedule of 15 days in Mumbai, the crew has already wrapped the first schedule in Chennai. Ganesh Chandra, who had earlier worked with NV Nirmal Kumar in “Salim” is handling cinematography. Anand Mani (Art) and Sakthi Saravanan (Stunts) are the others in the technical team. Talks are going on with a leading music director and official announcement regarding this along with heroine will be made shortly.

The trailers and visual promos of “Suttu Pidikka Utharavu” have created an impulsive urge to watch the film featuring Vikranth, Athulya Ravi, Mysskin and Suseenthiran in lead roles. \In addition, the film’s title itself signifies that the movie is based on Nick of Time thriller genre. Gearing up for worldwide release on June 14, there’s a good lease of expectations whelming upon the film. However, the biggest inquisitiveness prevailing across the places is about director Ramprakash Rayappa making the top league filmmakers Mysskin and Suseenthiran wear the greasepaint.

Ramprakash Rayappa says, “More than ennobling them as ‘filmmakers’, they are geniuses, who are jacks of all trades in the industry. During many occasions, I was actually admiring them for their nuance performances on the shooting spot. The characters that I wrote on the script papers found immense life through their performances. Yes, I did have some doubts about myself of how things are going to be as they are super seniors in filmmaking. Nevertheless, such misconceptions were completely rubbished with their pure avatar as actors, where they were keenly focusing on their acting and never gave a small suggestion or changes to me. At many point of times, I have felt that Vikranth is most the underrated actor and I am so much happy to see that he is experiencing golden rush with promising projects in his stores. I am sure, his performance in the film will be highly lauded by all. Athulya Ravi is someone, who owns a rarest quality of giving a realistic touch to her acting and everyone in the star-cast have done an extraordinary job.”

Talking about the film’s premise, he doesn’t want to reveal much, but hints saying, “It’s a thriller with minute-to-minute surprises and will be emotionally gripping as well.”

Scheduled for worldwide release on June 14, Suttu Pidikka Utharavu is produced by P.K. Ram Mohan for Kalpataru Pictures. Jakes Bejoy has composed background score and music for this film with Sujith Sarang handling cinematography and G. Rama Rao is the editor.

With scorching heat baking skins all over the places, here’s something that offers sumptuous chills. Siddarth-Catherine Tresa starrer “Aruvam” teaser had its launch through filmmaker Venkat Prabhu is witnessing stupendous reception. It’s been an unending season of horror flicks, but the short and crisp teaser of this film assures that it’s so unique in all aspects. Indeed, it creates an instantaneous excitement to know what this film could be all about. “Remaining tight-lipped for the moment is the only option as even a smallest hint about it would become a spoiler,” says smile brimmed filmmaker Sai Sekhar. However, he assures saying, “It’s acceptable that horror films have become an integral part of every Friday, but ‘Aruvam’ will proves its significance with a complete shift into unexplored zone of this genre. It is a horror film laced with action, romance and entertainment, which we as a team believe that it would get ticked across the rural and urban groups. Significantly, it holds a theme that has a societal connection and will impart some thoughtful reflections on audiences as well.” Briefing about the significance of title ‘Aruvom’, Sai Sekar adds, “Aruvam (Apparition) is the opposite term to ‘Body’ and as the title implies, the central theme of the film is based on supernatural elements.”

Talking about the cast and crew, Sai Sekhar says, “Siddharth is purely awesome and his nuance performances kept everyone on the sets awe-stricken. Catherine Tresa had to perform some tough scenes, which I initially thought would be difficult, but she exerted a great job. Satish, Kabir Duhan Singh, Madhusudhana Rao, Stunt Silva, Poster Nandakumar, Satish, Aadukalam Narain, Kumaravel and Mayilsamy have added more substance to the film.”

SS Thaman (Music), N.K. Ekambaram (Cinematography), Praveen KL (Editing), G Durairaj (Art) and Stunt Silva (Action) form the technical crew of this film, produced by R. Ravindran of Trident Arts.

It’s quite a rare scenario, where a song becomes a slow poison possessing the senses and pulses of listeners, getting the more addicted and at the nth time would actually look up for the creator behind it. When a creation is so exquisitely genuine and elegant, it’s obvious that the enjoyers would be more imbibed to its essence and then derive the rational idea about the ‘Creator’. Such was the mellifluous chartbuster ‘Yaayum’ from Sagaa that made Shabir, the overnight magician of our music industry. With back to back promising albums delivered from his store, he has now perfectly nailed it down with ‘Nenjamundu Nermaiyundu Odu Raja’, which has witnessed groovy response for the songs of diversified genres.

Sharing his words about NNOR from its point of inception to the reception of songs, Shabir says, “All credit goes to Sivakarthikeyan brother. He was one among the first to appreciate my song ‘Yaayum’ even before it actually made its position under spotlights. It wasn’t merely an artificial means of appreciation, but he made me play rest of my composed songs for this album. It was literally exciting to hear him affirm that we are definitely working together in a project and that’s where our journey of ‘Nenjamundu Nermaiyundu Odu Raja’ began. This is completely a new genre for me and I have given my try with fresh elements.”

Music directors are far more privileged as they get the opportunity to see the film at first and so what’s his take on NNOR. When asked on curious degrees, he reveals saying, “It’s fun all over the film and audiences have lots to laugh and of course, a message to take back home. It doesn’t preach anything, but has something to think and act upon.”

Nenjamundu Nermaiyundu Odu Raja is produced by Sivakarthikeyan for Sivakarthikeyan Productions with Kalai Arasu as the co-producer. Featuring Rio Raj, Shirin Kanchwala, RJ Vigneshkanth, Nanjil Sampath and Radharavi in the star-cast, Karthik Venugopalan has written and directed the film.

Etching a great mark of accomplishment through his performance in ‘Pandiya Nadu’, actor Vikranth’s career graph has found itself scaling decent heights with each film. The intense roles and scripts have been nurturing his career graph and his upcoming film ‘Suttu Pidikka Utharavu’ is no exception. His portions in the film’s visual promos have spread out the larger lease of confidence among the audiences that he has something different and unique to deliver here.

So what actually acquired his interest to be a part of this film? Ask Vikranth and he says, “Frankly speaking, I didn’t want to be a part of this film at first. When director Ramprakash Rayappa informed me that it’s a multi-starrer project, I wanted to skip it as my previous ones to have been on the same pattern. Moreover, when I had movies like “Bakrid”, which is establishing me in a solo lead role, I had the reluctant mindset to take up this offer. However, when Ramprakash made a request at least to listen the script, I decided to give a try. In 10 minutes of narration, I was completely awestruck by the way how he narrated and shaped my character. Well, I had no options, but to get onboard.”

Soon after viewing the trailer, we have a strong curiosity tagged to Vikranth’s role as it remains veiled. He says, “My role has everything amalgamated for it involves emotions, suspense an action. Usually, thriller movies are bounded to the formulae of making everyone stay with guesses for a while. In contrast, Suttu Pidikka Utharavu will have a straight story without such aspects and yet, the thrill elements will be retained throughout the story.” Having said this, it’s really exciting to see the actor perform so many breathtaking action sequences.”The actual truth is that it was hugely challenging as I am someone, who gets dizziness at heights. SPU is a film that has major stunts happening on building tops and it was really a tough task to accomplish,” smilingly says Vikranth.

Suttu Pidikka Utharavu slated for June 14 release features Vikranth, Athulya Ravi, Mysskin and Suseenthiran in lead roles is directed by Ramprakash Rayappa and is produced by PK Ram Mohan of Kalpataru Pictures.