Rana Daggubati’s better half Miheeka Bajaj shared an Instagram post congratulating Rana on his completion of 12 years in the movie industry. Sharing a poster from his debut movie ‘Leader’, Miheeka wrote, “12 years of excellence”. Sharing another poster of Rana Daggubati as Daniel Shekhar from the upcoming film ‘Bheemla Nayak’, Miheeka also wrote, “12 […]...
- 2/20/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
KollywoodThe shooting for the film, which is being directed by Mithran Jawahar, commenced with a pooja ceremony in Chennai on August 5. Tnm StaffTwitter/ Sun PicturesThe title of actor Dhanush’s upcoming movie, which was tentatively called D44, with filmmaker Mithran Jawahar was revealed. The makers unveiled the film’s title as Thiruchitrambalam on Thursday, August 5. The movie stars actors Dhanush, Nithya Menen, Priya Bhavani Shankar and Raashi Khanna in the lead. The movie went on floors on Thursday in Chennai. The shooting commenced with a pooja ceremony that saw Dhanush, Prakash Raj, Nithya Menen and Bharathiraja in attendance, among other cast and crew members. Sharing images from the pooja ceremony, Sun Pictures wrote: "@dhanushkraja's #D44 shooting commences Today!” We see actors Dhanush, Prakash Raj and Bharathiraja clad in white veshtis and shirts, while Nithya Menen is wearing a white salwar-kameez with a dupatta, in the image. The film marks the...
- 8/5/2021
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
TollywoodOur heroes don't need any planning or preparation to turn into achievers.Rajeswari Parasa“Next enti?” is a terrorising question that youngsters in the Telugu states face, and variants of this are probably common across the country. What are you going to study next and which job will you land? But though we live in such a perpetually inquisitive society, Telugu cinema heroes somehow manage to escape the well-meaning uncles, aunties and neighbours who ask such questions in real life. They manage to stay jobless for most of the movie but suddenly jump into a career that most of us can only dream of. They can become Chief Ministers, Chief Executive Officers, police officers, collectors, kickboxers, wrestlers and what not overnight. They don't need any planning or preparation to turn into achievers. It can happen over the course of a song or sometimes, not even that much effort is required.
- 3/24/2021
- by Rajeswari
- The News Minute
Seventh edition of the annual talent incubator moves online for a second year.
Directors Claire Denis, James Gray and Jessica Hausner, sound designer Mark Mangini and cinematographer Phedon Papamichael have reconfirmed their participation at the seventh edition of the Doha Film Institute’s annual talent incubator Qumra, running online March 12-17.
Filmmakers and producers attached to 48 selected projects from 21 territories, previously supported by the Dfi grants programme, will participate in this year’s edition.
“The Institute is extremely grateful to our Qumra Masters, filmmakers and industry participants for their passion and contribution to our commitment to reshape the global storytelling...
Directors Claire Denis, James Gray and Jessica Hausner, sound designer Mark Mangini and cinematographer Phedon Papamichael have reconfirmed their participation at the seventh edition of the Doha Film Institute’s annual talent incubator Qumra, running online March 12-17.
Filmmakers and producers attached to 48 selected projects from 21 territories, previously supported by the Dfi grants programme, will participate in this year’s edition.
“The Institute is extremely grateful to our Qumra Masters, filmmakers and industry participants for their passion and contribution to our commitment to reshape the global storytelling...
- 2/22/2021
- by Melanie Goodfellow
- ScreenDaily
Entertainment 11 years ago, Rana Daggubati made his acting debut with the Telugu film 'Leader', which went on to become a huge hit.Digital NativeOn February 19, 11 years ago, Rana Daggubati made his acting debut with the Telugu film Leader, which went on to become a huge hit. Since then, the star has taken up several films in various languages making him an actor with a national fandom. Rana’s role as Arjun, a US-returned youngster going on to become the Chief Minister, earned him name and fame in the Telugu film industry. He then went on to play Bhalladeva, the antagonist in the cult hit film Baahubali which earned him the pan-Indian star status. On the completion of 11 years as an actor, wishes have been pouring in for the star. Rana’s home production, Suresh Productions had tweeted, “Wishing @RanaDaggubati the best on finishing 11 years as an actor! Here...
- 2/20/2021
- by Geetika
- The News Minute
John Legend, Gwen Stefani and more will perform at the Global Citizen Prize awards special, airing December 19th at 8 p.m. Et on NBC.
Legend will double as the night’s host, while Alessia Cara, Carrie Underwood, Common, JoJo and Tori Kelly will also take the stage. Additionally, there will be special appearances from John Oliver, Nick Jonas, Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Nikolaj Coster-Waldau.
Per a press release, the Global Citizen Prize will “celebrate and honor leaders who are shaping the world we want and doing pivotal work to help end extreme poverty.
Legend will double as the night’s host, while Alessia Cara, Carrie Underwood, Common, JoJo and Tori Kelly will also take the stage. Additionally, there will be special appearances from John Oliver, Nick Jonas, Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Nikolaj Coster-Waldau.
Per a press release, the Global Citizen Prize will “celebrate and honor leaders who are shaping the world we want and doing pivotal work to help end extreme poverty.
- 12/8/2020
- by Jon Blistein
- Rollingstone.com
MusicThe track was released on October 25, as an anthem for Arakkonam- Dheeksha Bhoomi Festival.Tnm StaffTamil rapper Arivu’s latest single is a fantastic tribute to social reformer, anti-caste crusader and revolutionary thinker Dr Br Ambedkar titled ‘Jaibhim Thalaimurai’. The track was released on October 25, as an anthem for Arakkonam- Dheeksha Bhoomi Festival held between October 25 and 26, 2020. The video begins with a note on Ambedkar embracing Navayana Buddhism on October 14, 1956 as the “Buddham Saran Gachami” chant reverberates in the background. The video, presented by director Pa Ranjith’s Neelam Cultural Centre, has archival photographs of Ambedkar. Arivu, who is known for his powerful lyrics, has penned a great tribute to Ambedkar in this song, covering his journey, right from his birth, his ideals and his struggles. Both at the beginning and in the end, the video has messages on Ambedkar and from Ambedkar’s notes. Arivum who is part of The Casteless Collective,...
- 10/27/2020
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
Atsushi Sakahara chronicles his intimate journey of confronting the doomsday cult behind the sarin gas attack on the Tokyo metro system on March 20th, 1995.
World Premiering as part of Sheffield Doc/Fest’s Digital Edition in the Ghosts And Apparitions selection. Festival to run from June 10 – July 10
On March 20th, 1995 Atsushi Sakahara was one of over 6,000 people injured in the attack on the Tokyo metro by the Aum Shinrikyo cult, which still operates and recruits today. In his debut film, the documentary Me And The Cult Leader, Sakahara embarks on a journey with the cult’s executive, Hiroshi Araki, to record the parallel experiences of a victim and perpetrator.
The two men are around the same age, grew up in the same region, and attended the same university, but their lives diverged dramatically in the late 80s as Hiroshi Araki joined the doomsday cult Aum Shinrikyo following a family illness...
World Premiering as part of Sheffield Doc/Fest’s Digital Edition in the Ghosts And Apparitions selection. Festival to run from June 10 – July 10
On March 20th, 1995 Atsushi Sakahara was one of over 6,000 people injured in the attack on the Tokyo metro by the Aum Shinrikyo cult, which still operates and recruits today. In his debut film, the documentary Me And The Cult Leader, Sakahara embarks on a journey with the cult’s executive, Hiroshi Araki, to record the parallel experiences of a victim and perpetrator.
The two men are around the same age, grew up in the same region, and attended the same university, but their lives diverged dramatically in the late 80s as Hiroshi Araki joined the doomsday cult Aum Shinrikyo following a family illness...
- 6/22/2020
- by Rhythm Zaveri
- AsianMoviePulse
Michael Jordan and his dominant Chicago Bulls remain a huge draw more than two decades after their last NBA title. The final two episodes of the 10-part ESPN docuseries The Last Dance drew 5.89 million and 5.4 million viewers, respectively.
Sunday’s hourlong ninth episode watch the most-watched since Episode 3 on April 26 and leapt by 19.8% over the previous hour on May 10. The series finale at 10 p.m. Sunday was down by 8.3% from the 9 p.m. episode but topped the sixth, seventh and eighth hours in total viewers.
Airing during a pandemic-induced lack of live sports on TV, the original runs of all 10 episodes averaged 5.6 million same-day viewers, cementing The Last Dance as the most-watched documentary content ever on ESPN. The Worldwide Leader said a complete ratings report on the docuseries about Jordan’s final season with the Bulls in 1997-98 will be released this week.
“We are thrilled with the response from...
Sunday’s hourlong ninth episode watch the most-watched since Episode 3 on April 26 and leapt by 19.8% over the previous hour on May 10. The series finale at 10 p.m. Sunday was down by 8.3% from the 9 p.m. episode but topped the sixth, seventh and eighth hours in total viewers.
Airing during a pandemic-induced lack of live sports on TV, the original runs of all 10 episodes averaged 5.6 million same-day viewers, cementing The Last Dance as the most-watched documentary content ever on ESPN. The Worldwide Leader said a complete ratings report on the docuseries about Jordan’s final season with the Bulls in 1997-98 will be released this week.
“We are thrilled with the response from...
- 5/18/2020
- by Erik Pedersen
- Deadline Film + TV
TollywoodAs soon as Rana posted the picture, fans and colleagues of the actor started congratulating the couple.Tnm StaffBhallaladeva has finally found a bride! Actor Rana Daggubati, who played the famed antagonist in the Baahubali franchise, took to social media to announce that Miheeka Bajaj, founder of Dew Drop Design Studio, had said 'yes' to him. Rana also posted a picture of the two of them sharing a casual moment together under a tree, with a heart emoticon. Dew Drop is an event management company. According to reports, Miheeka was born and brought up in Hyderabad. She got into interior design and decor because of her love for Indian architecture. She's said to have a diploma in interior design from Rachna Sansad in Mumbai and has done her Ma at the Chelsea University of Art and Design, London. Following this, she set up her own company. Miheeka's mother Bunty Bajaj...
- 5/12/2020
- by Sowmya
- The News Minute
A Fox Business channel guest on Monday laid a ton of uninterrupted Dear Leader-esque praise of the president’s handling of the coronavirus crisis that, even for the Trump-friendly station, needs to be heard to be believed.
While responding to a question about whether the president will take further action in restricting Americans’ “freedom of movement and association,” guest Doug Wead, a former special assistant to former president George H.W. Bush, ignored the question and instead gushed about how Trump is handling the crisis overall.
“What he’s doing right now,...
While responding to a question about whether the president will take further action in restricting Americans’ “freedom of movement and association,” guest Doug Wead, a former special assistant to former president George H.W. Bush, ignored the question and instead gushed about how Trump is handling the crisis overall.
“What he’s doing right now,...
- 3/16/2020
- by Peter Wade
- Rollingstone.com
TollywoodThe makers of the film announced the title on the eve of the actor’s birthday.Digital NativeOn the eve of 'Natural Star' Nani's birthday, the title of his upcoming project was revealed by Sithara Entertainments online. The film, which is titled Shyam Singha Roy will be directed by Rahul Sankrityan, who made his directorial debut with the Vijay Deverakonda-starrer Taxiwala. A video teaser announcing the title of the film was released on Twitter by the makers of the film, "#HappyBirthdayNani Star-struck Smiling face with heart-shaped eyes #Nani27Title - #Nani27 #Ssr @NameisNani @vamsi84 @Rahul_Sankrityn". #HappyBirthdayNani#Nani27Title - https://t.co/qEcdT6azr4 #Nani27 #Ssr @NameisNani @vamsi84 @Rahul_Sankrityn pic.twitter.com/5rfdLvl378 — Sithara Entertainments (@SitharaEnts) February 24, 2020 The film will have three female leads and the makers have already roped in Sai Pallavi as one of the leads. Previously Sai Pallavi and Nani had worked together in Middle Class Abbayi.
- 2/25/2020
- by Nimeshika
- The News Minute
TollywoodThe makers of the film announced the title on the eve of the actor’s birthday.Digital NativeOn the eve of 'Natural Star' Nani's birthday, the title of his upcoming project was revealed by Sithara Entertainments online. The film, which is titled Shyam Singha Roy will be directed by Rahul Sankrityan, who made his directorial debut with the Vijay Deverakonda-starrer Taxiwala. A video teaser announcing the title of the film was released on Twitter by the makers of the film, "#HappyBirthdayNani Star-struck Smiling face with heart-shaped eyes #Nani27Title - #Nani27 #Ssr @NameisNani @vamsi84 @Rahul_Sankrityn". #HappyBirthdayNani#Nani27Title - https://t.co/qEcdT6azr4 #Nani27 #Ssr @NameisNani @vamsi84 @Rahul_Sankrityn pic.twitter.com/5rfdLvl378 — Sithara Entertainments (@SitharaEnts) February 24, 2020 The film will have three female leads and the makers have already roped in Sai Pallavi as one of the leads. Previously Sai Pallavi and Nani had worked together in Middle Class Abbayi.
- 2/25/2020
- by Nimeshika
- The News Minute
Actor-composer G.V Prakash, who is busy with over half a dozen acting assignments, doesn’t miss out an opportunity to associate himself with actor Vijay’s films. Having worked with the Gilli star in films such as Thalaivaa and Theri, he has crooned a number in his next outing, Mersal, which has music by double Oscar-winning composer A.R Rahman.
It’s after 18 years that Prakash has recorded a song in his uncle’s composition. They had last worked together in Arjun’s Mudhalvan.
It’s after 18 years that Prakash has recorded a song in his uncle’s composition. They had last worked together in Arjun’s Mudhalvan.
- 6/26/2017
- by TNM NEWS
- The News Minute
Chennai, March 5: After sharing the frame with Tamil superstar Vijay in "Thalaivaa", actress Ragini Nandwani, who has landed a role with Malayalam superstar Mohanlal in upcoming satiric comedy "Peruchaazhi", says she's honoured to be working with him.
Ragini, who is a popular name on small screen through her Hindi soap "Mrs. Kaushik Ki Paanch Bahuein", is playing the lead in the film.
"I think god has been kind to me. I'm very honoured to be working with Mohanlal sir. I have been a fan of his work and I think it's a blessing for any actor to work alongside him. I believe the name Mohanlal will suffice (for the film)," Ragini.
Ragini, who is a popular name on small screen through her Hindi soap "Mrs. Kaushik Ki Paanch Bahuein", is playing the lead in the film.
"I think god has been kind to me. I'm very honoured to be working with Mohanlal sir. I have been a fan of his work and I think it's a blessing for any actor to work alongside him. I believe the name Mohanlal will suffice (for the film)," Ragini.
- 3/5/2014
- by Lohit Reddy
- RealBollywood.com
Chennai, Oct 26: On her 22nd birthday Saturday, southern actress Amala Paul, is busy shooting for a song from upcoming Malayalam drama "Oru Indian Pranayakatha" (Oip) in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan.
"In Jaisalmer, my first trip to this part of India! (I'm) staying in a haunted palace where I see the portraits of Kingpins all over. Someone tells me this room was the habitat of Kings. (I) love such unpredictable things," posted Amala on her Twitter page.
Paired opposite Fahadh Faasil, Oip is being directed by veteran filmmaker Sathyan Anthikad.
Amala is known for southern films such as "Naayak", "Thalaivaa" and "Myna". She.
"In Jaisalmer, my first trip to this part of India! (I'm) staying in a haunted palace where I see the portraits of Kingpins all over. Someone tells me this room was the habitat of Kings. (I) love such unpredictable things," posted Amala on her Twitter page.
Paired opposite Fahadh Faasil, Oip is being directed by veteran filmmaker Sathyan Anthikad.
Amala is known for southern films such as "Naayak", "Thalaivaa" and "Myna". She.
- 10/26/2013
- by Abhijeet Sen
- RealBollywood.com
Chennai, Aug 20: The makers of "Thalaivaa" couldn't have asked for more. Fans queued up from 6 in the morning, brought the film's reel on a chariot, and danced to celebrate the film's peaceful release here Tuesday.
After crossing roadblocks, Vijay starrer Tamil action drama "Thalaivaa" has finally released in Tamil Nadu and Pudicherry.
At the city's Udhayam theatre, fans brought the film's reel in a chariot, performed pooja and then carried it on their shoulders to the operator's room.
"It's a ritual to carry the reel of Vijay's films on a chariot. So, fans organised a chariot and brought the reel after performing.
After crossing roadblocks, Vijay starrer Tamil action drama "Thalaivaa" has finally released in Tamil Nadu and Pudicherry.
At the city's Udhayam theatre, fans brought the film's reel in a chariot, performed pooja and then carried it on their shoulders to the operator's room.
"It's a ritual to carry the reel of Vijay's films on a chariot. So, fans organised a chariot and brought the reel after performing.
- 8/20/2013
- by Arun Pandit
- RealBollywood.com
Chennai, Aug 18: Vijay-starrer Tamil action-drama "Thalaivaa", set to release in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry Aug 20 after being stalled for over a week, will reportedly come out sans the tagline - Time to Lead.
"We came to know that the film's tagline 'Time to Lead' wasn't received very well by the state government. We have been advised to drop the tagline from the film's publicity posters and all other forms of promotions ahead of its release on Tuesday," a member from the film's unit told Ians.
"Thalaivaa" was stopped from being released in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry Aug 9 after a political outfit issued threats to theatre owners.
But once the makers announced that the the film has got a green signal, one of the multiplexes.
"We came to know that the film's tagline 'Time to Lead' wasn't received very well by the state government. We have been advised to drop the tagline from the film's publicity posters and all other forms of promotions ahead of its release on Tuesday," a member from the film's unit told Ians.
"Thalaivaa" was stopped from being released in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry Aug 9 after a political outfit issued threats to theatre owners.
But once the makers announced that the the film has got a green signal, one of the multiplexes.
- 8/18/2013
- by Amith Ostwal
- RealBollywood.com
Chennai, Aug 17: Tamil actor Vijay-starrer action-drama "Thalaivaa", which has been stalled from releasing in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry for over a week, is set to hit the screens there Aug 20, according to its distributor Vendhar Movies.
""Thalaivaa" finally releasing on Tuesday," posted Vendhar Movies on its Twitter page.
There is no clarity on what basis the film was given a green signal for release. The producers too are unwilling to comment on the issue.
Two days before its scheduled release Aug 9, "Thalaivaa" was stalled from being released in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry after a political outfit issued threats to theatre.
""Thalaivaa" finally releasing on Tuesday," posted Vendhar Movies on its Twitter page.
There is no clarity on what basis the film was given a green signal for release. The producers too are unwilling to comment on the issue.
Two days before its scheduled release Aug 9, "Thalaivaa" was stalled from being released in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry after a political outfit issued threats to theatre.
- 8/17/2013
- by Rahul Kapoor
- RealBollywood.com
Chennai, Aug 17: The cast and crew of Vijay-starrer Tamil action-drama "Thalaivaa" has been reportedly denied police permission to go on hunger strike Saturday here.
The team was keen to go on hunger strike to urge immediate release of the film, which has been stalled in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry.
"The police department has denied permission because usually permission is taken a week in advance for such activities. Since a top actor is involved in the proceedings, police felt that there might lot of security concerns," a source from the industry told Ians.
Actor Vijay was expected to lead the fast along with director A.L. Vijay and producer Chandra Prakash Jain.
Two days before its scheduled release Aug 9,.
The team was keen to go on hunger strike to urge immediate release of the film, which has been stalled in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry.
"The police department has denied permission because usually permission is taken a week in advance for such activities. Since a top actor is involved in the proceedings, police felt that there might lot of security concerns," a source from the industry told Ians.
Actor Vijay was expected to lead the fast along with director A.L. Vijay and producer Chandra Prakash Jain.
Two days before its scheduled release Aug 9,.
- 8/17/2013
- by Rahul Kapoor
- RealBollywood.com
Chennai, Aug 16: To ensure immediate release of Vijay-starrer Tamil action-drama "Thalaivaa" -- already released worldwide -- in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry, the film's unit wants to go on hunger strike once they get permission from police.
Two days before its scheduled release on Aug 9, "Thalaivaa" was stalled from being released in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry after a political outfit issued threats to theatre owners.
"We have sought police permission to hold fast in the city against the stalling of the film's release. Vijay sir will lead the fast and all other members of the film will join us in this movement. As soon as we receive police.
Two days before its scheduled release on Aug 9, "Thalaivaa" was stalled from being released in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry after a political outfit issued threats to theatre owners.
"We have sought police permission to hold fast in the city against the stalling of the film's release. Vijay sir will lead the fast and all other members of the film will join us in this movement. As soon as we receive police.
- 8/16/2013
- by Shiva Prakash
- RealBollywood.com
Chennai, Aug 15: Vijay-starrer Tamil action-drama "Thalaivaa" released worldwide, except in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry, last week. Now producer Chandra Prakash Jain has requested the intervention of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister J. Jayalalitha to help the film's release in these two places.
"We have sought an appointment with the chief minister of the state. We are waiting to meet her and discuss the issue in detail. I have already incurred huge loss due to the delay. A further delayed means heavy losses," Jain said in a statement.
Two days before its scheduled release on Aug 9, "Thalaivaa" was stalled from being released after a political.
"We have sought an appointment with the chief minister of the state. We are waiting to meet her and discuss the issue in detail. I have already incurred huge loss due to the delay. A further delayed means heavy losses," Jain said in a statement.
Two days before its scheduled release on Aug 9, "Thalaivaa" was stalled from being released after a political.
- 8/15/2013
- by Smith Cox
- RealBollywood.com
Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu), Aug 10: Tamil actor Vijay said he was saddened by the death of his 20-year-old ardent fan, who committed suicide here Saturday after not being able to watch the actor's new film "Thalaivaa", stalled from releasing in Tamil Nadu.
A police official told Ians that the fan was upset that he couldn't see the film on release day despite travelling to neighbouring Kerala (30 km away) as he couldn't get a ticket.
Barring Tamil Nadu and Puducherry, "Thalaivaa" was released in all neighbouring states, including Kerala.
Reacting to the news, Vijay said in a statement: "I request all my fans to show restraint..
A police official told Ians that the fan was upset that he couldn't see the film on release day despite travelling to neighbouring Kerala (30 km away) as he couldn't get a ticket.
Barring Tamil Nadu and Puducherry, "Thalaivaa" was released in all neighbouring states, including Kerala.
Reacting to the news, Vijay said in a statement: "I request all my fans to show restraint..
- 8/10/2013
- by Amith Ostwal
- RealBollywood.com
Film: "Thalaivaa"; Cast: Vijay, Amala Paul, Ragini Nandwani, Sathyaraj and Abhimanyu Singh; Director: A.L. Vijay; Rating: **1/2 - A leader rises to eventually fall.
Standing tall in the list of India's best cinema are some films such as Mani Ratnam's "Nayagan" and Ram Gopal Varma's "Sarkar". In the opening credits, director A.L. Vijay pays tribute to these legends for inspiring him, but one wouldn't have guessed at this juncture that "Thalaivaa" would turn out to be a rehash of aforementioned films with some style.
The story is set in Mumbai, and it is about a local messiah of the masses played by Sathyaraj, while his son,.
Standing tall in the list of India's best cinema are some films such as Mani Ratnam's "Nayagan" and Ram Gopal Varma's "Sarkar". In the opening credits, director A.L. Vijay pays tribute to these legends for inspiring him, but one wouldn't have guessed at this juncture that "Thalaivaa" would turn out to be a rehash of aforementioned films with some style.
The story is set in Mumbai, and it is about a local messiah of the masses played by Sathyaraj, while his son,.
- 8/10/2013
- by Lohit Reddy
- RealBollywood.com
Chennai, Aug 10: Vijay-starrer Tamil action-drama "Thalaivaa" has opened in screens worldwide, except in Tamil Nadu, where it's release still remains uncertain for reasons unclear.
The movie released Friday.
While one of the reasons for the delay is believed to be a threat issued by an outfit called Tamil Nadu Oppressed Students Revolutionary Force, the other likely reason is due to the rejection of entertainment tax on the film by the state government.
The movie was cleared with a U certificate by the Central Board of Film Certification (Cbfc), but it is believed that "Thalaivaa" was denied exemption of entertainment tax by.
The movie released Friday.
While one of the reasons for the delay is believed to be a threat issued by an outfit called Tamil Nadu Oppressed Students Revolutionary Force, the other likely reason is due to the rejection of entertainment tax on the film by the state government.
The movie was cleared with a U certificate by the Central Board of Film Certification (Cbfc), but it is believed that "Thalaivaa" was denied exemption of entertainment tax by.
- 8/10/2013
- by Rahul Kapoor
- RealBollywood.com
Chennai, Aug 8: There is no clarity whether Vijay-starrer Tamil action-drama "Thalaivaa" will come out or not in the state. Now, government intervention has been sought in the matter.
Tamil Nadu Oppressed Students Revolutionary Force, a students' body, Wednesday threatened violence if "Thalaivaa", produced by Chandraprakash Jain, will be screened in the state. Following the threat, multiplexes stopped advance bookings for the film.
According to the group, the distributor of the film, Vendhar Movies, have not paid the tax on the money they invested in the movie. They also alleged that the money has been earned by exploiting students.
Tamil Nadu Oppressed Students Revolutionary Force, a students' body, Wednesday threatened violence if "Thalaivaa", produced by Chandraprakash Jain, will be screened in the state. Following the threat, multiplexes stopped advance bookings for the film.
According to the group, the distributor of the film, Vendhar Movies, have not paid the tax on the money they invested in the movie. They also alleged that the money has been earned by exploiting students.
- 8/8/2013
- by Leon David
- RealBollywood.com
Chennai, Aug 8: The release of Tamil action-drama "Thalaivaa" Friday seems unlikely as theatres and multiplexes blocked bookings for the Vijay-starrer film after receiving threats from a group.
A students' body called Tamil Nadu Oppressed Students Revolutionary Force threatened theatres and multiplexes here Wednesday, following which bookings for the film were blocked.
Members of the group threatened violence if "Thalaivaa", produced by Chandraprakash Jain, was screened in the state Friday.
According to the group, income tax on the money invested by the distributor of the film Vendhar Movies has been evaded. Besides, the money.
A students' body called Tamil Nadu Oppressed Students Revolutionary Force threatened theatres and multiplexes here Wednesday, following which bookings for the film were blocked.
Members of the group threatened violence if "Thalaivaa", produced by Chandraprakash Jain, was screened in the state Friday.
According to the group, income tax on the money invested by the distributor of the film Vendhar Movies has been evaded. Besides, the money.
- 8/8/2013
- by Ketali Mehta
- RealBollywood.com
Chennai, Aug 7: Tickets were being sold like hot cakes since Monday for Vijay-starrer Tamil action-drama "Thalaivaa", but on Wednesday afternoon most theatres, including multiplexes, stopped bookings following threat calls from political activists.
Directed by A.L. Vijay, "Thalaivaa", which means leader in Tami, also features Amala Paul, Ragini Nandwani and Abhimanyu Singh in important roles.
Reportedly, members of a political activist group, who claim "Thalaivaa" to be a political film, have warned theatres not to screen the film.
"The tickets for most shows for Friday and Saturday were sold out in most theatres in the city,.
Directed by A.L. Vijay, "Thalaivaa", which means leader in Tami, also features Amala Paul, Ragini Nandwani and Abhimanyu Singh in important roles.
Reportedly, members of a political activist group, who claim "Thalaivaa" to be a political film, have warned theatres not to screen the film.
"The tickets for most shows for Friday and Saturday were sold out in most theatres in the city,.
- 8/7/2013
- by Arun Pandit
- RealBollywood.com
Chennai, Aug 7: Tamil superstar Vijay-starrer "Thalaivaa", which has been dubbed in Telugu as "Anna", is 2 hours and 50 minutes long. Kasi Vishwanath, who has produced the Telugu film, says the lengthy running time of a movie is not a problem when a star actor is associated with it.
"Running time shouldn't be a problem for star films as they have a face value. Audiences come to watch their films because most of our stars are crowd-pullers and, moreover, if the content is good, then people don't mind sitting in a cinema for a longer time," Vishwanath told Ians.
"So many star films in the past have been three hours long, but audiences never had a problem watching them. But what is important is that whether the film has a strong.
"Running time shouldn't be a problem for star films as they have a face value. Audiences come to watch their films because most of our stars are crowd-pullers and, moreover, if the content is good, then people don't mind sitting in a cinema for a longer time," Vishwanath told Ians.
"So many star films in the past have been three hours long, but audiences never had a problem watching them. But what is important is that whether the film has a strong.
- 8/7/2013
- by Leon David
- RealBollywood.com
Chennai, Aug 5: Owing to the political climate in Andhra Pradesh, highly anticipated Pawan Kalyan-starrer Telugu family-drama "Attarintiki Daaredhi", which was set to release Aug 9, has now been pushed to a further date, which will be announced soon.
"Due to the ongoing agitation over the Telangana issue, we have decided to postpone the film to a new date. We haven't zeroed in on the new release date yet. Once finalised, we will officially announce the release date," the film's spokesperson told Ians.
"Attarintiki Daaredhi" was set to lock horns with Vijay's Tamil action-drama "Thalaivaa" and Shah Rukh Khan's "Chennai Express".
"Due to the ongoing agitation over the Telangana issue, we have decided to postpone the film to a new date. We haven't zeroed in on the new release date yet. Once finalised, we will officially announce the release date," the film's spokesperson told Ians.
"Attarintiki Daaredhi" was set to lock horns with Vijay's Tamil action-drama "Thalaivaa" and Shah Rukh Khan's "Chennai Express".
- 8/5/2013
- by Shiva Prakash
- RealBollywood.com
Chennai, Aug 3: Come Aug 9 and three superstars - Shah Rukh Khan, Vijay and Pawan Kalyan - from the Hindi, Tamil and Telugu film worlds - are set to battle it out at the southern box office. The outcome is likely to be phenomenal, say industry experts.
Shah Rukh-starrer "Chennai Express", which has a heavy southern flavour, Vijay's Tamil political drama "Thalaivaa" and Pawan Kalyan's Telugu family drama "Attarintiki Daaredhi" are releasing on the same day.
"This is probably the first time in Indian cinema that films of superstars from different languages are going to vie for the top spot at the box office. It's tough to predict.
Shah Rukh-starrer "Chennai Express", which has a heavy southern flavour, Vijay's Tamil political drama "Thalaivaa" and Pawan Kalyan's Telugu family drama "Attarintiki Daaredhi" are releasing on the same day.
"This is probably the first time in Indian cinema that films of superstars from different languages are going to vie for the top spot at the box office. It's tough to predict.
- 8/3/2013
- by Abhijeet Sen
- RealBollywood.com
Chennai, June 27: Tamil actor Vijay doesn't like to waste even a single paisa of a filmmaker, says producer Chandraprakash Jain, who has worked with the actor in upcoming action-thriller "Thalaivaa".
"Vijay sir understands the pain of a producer more than anyone. He knows how much money goes into each of his project and, therefore, is always conscious of every paisa spent. He doesn't like to waste (money) for no reason," Chandraprakash told Ians.
"I still remember we couldn't get permission to shoot in some part of Australia and were asked to wait for few days. I told the team to sit back and unwind before we could resume shooting..
"Vijay sir understands the pain of a producer more than anyone. He knows how much money goes into each of his project and, therefore, is always conscious of every paisa spent. He doesn't like to waste (money) for no reason," Chandraprakash told Ians.
"I still remember we couldn't get permission to shoot in some part of Australia and were asked to wait for few days. I told the team to sit back and unwind before we could resume shooting..
- 6/27/2013
- by Ketali Mehta
- RealBollywood.com
Chennai, June 22: Actor Vijay is one person who can replace superstar Rajinikanth in filmdom, says Vendhar Movies' T. Siva, who has picked up the distribution rights of Vijay-starrer upcoming Tamil action-drama "Thalaivaa".
"Only Vijay's films can create as much buzz as a Rajinikanth film. This is because he will be the next superstar and we all know it. Vijay has a fan base as big as Rajinikanth's and it is growing exponentially with every passing day," Siva told Ians.
He says Vijay's films sell like hot cakes because of his mass following. The actor turned 38 Saturday.
"'Thalaivaa' was sold out in all areas of Tamil.
"Only Vijay's films can create as much buzz as a Rajinikanth film. This is because he will be the next superstar and we all know it. Vijay has a fan base as big as Rajinikanth's and it is growing exponentially with every passing day," Siva told Ians.
He says Vijay's films sell like hot cakes because of his mass following. The actor turned 38 Saturday.
"'Thalaivaa' was sold out in all areas of Tamil.
- 6/22/2013
- by Ketali Mehta
- RealBollywood.com
Chennai, June 22: Tamil actor Vijay, who turned 38 Saturday, spent around 15 minutes interacting with his fans on micro-blogging website Twitter. He took the opportunity to thank each and everyone who wished him on his birthday.
Not a regular on Twitter, Vijay personally replied to few tweets and retweeted hundreds. He also thanked his fans for making the audio of his upcoming Tamil action-drama "Thalaivaa", a huge hit.
On Friday, Vijay released the audio and the trailer of "Thalaivaa" at an event here. It was graced by the film's cast and crew.
On his birthday, Vijay will spend time with his family and he will host a party.
Not a regular on Twitter, Vijay personally replied to few tweets and retweeted hundreds. He also thanked his fans for making the audio of his upcoming Tamil action-drama "Thalaivaa", a huge hit.
On Friday, Vijay released the audio and the trailer of "Thalaivaa" at an event here. It was graced by the film's cast and crew.
On his birthday, Vijay will spend time with his family and he will host a party.
- 6/22/2013
- by Rahul Kapoor
- RealBollywood.com
Chennai, June 4: After one of the songs from the soundtrack of upcoming Vijay-starrer Tamil thriller "Thalaivaa" was uploaded illegally on the Internet, its director A.L. Vijay filed a police complaint here Tuesday.
Director Vijay filed the complaint at the office of the Chennai police commissioner.
In his complaint, he has asked the police to take immediate action against those who are responsible for illegal uploading of the song, sung by the film's lead actor Vijay.
"Thalaivaa" was recently wrapped up and the audio of the film was scheduled to be released on Vijay's birthday June 22.
Produced by Chandra Prakash Jain,.
Director Vijay filed the complaint at the office of the Chennai police commissioner.
In his complaint, he has asked the police to take immediate action against those who are responsible for illegal uploading of the song, sung by the film's lead actor Vijay.
"Thalaivaa" was recently wrapped up and the audio of the film was scheduled to be released on Vijay's birthday June 22.
Produced by Chandra Prakash Jain,.
- 6/4/2013
- by Arun Pandit
- RealBollywood.com
Chennai, May 5: Having completed forthcoming Tamil action-drama "Thalaivaa", actor Vijay Sunday joined the team of his new film "Jilla" for a photo shoot session here. Mohanlal and Kajal Agarwal were also present on the sets.
"Vijay sir, Mohanlal sir and Kajal joined the photo shoot session today (Sunday). The regular shooting of the film is likely to start by May end," a source from the film's unit told Ians.
The film will be directed by debutant Nesan and Vijay will be seen essaying a Madurai-based rural character, while Malayalam superstar Mohanlal as Vijay's mentor.
"We will predominantly shoot in places such as Madurai,.
"Vijay sir, Mohanlal sir and Kajal joined the photo shoot session today (Sunday). The regular shooting of the film is likely to start by May end," a source from the film's unit told Ians.
The film will be directed by debutant Nesan and Vijay will be seen essaying a Madurai-based rural character, while Malayalam superstar Mohanlal as Vijay's mentor.
"We will predominantly shoot in places such as Madurai,.
- 5/5/2013
- by Machan Kumar
- RealBollywood.com
Chennai, April 2: Tamil actor Vijay, currently shooting in Australia, regrets being unable to join the members of the South Indian Film Artistes Association (Sifaa) to observe a day-long fast Tuesday here to protest the alleged "war crimes" against Tamils in Sri Lanka.
"I am currently shooting for my film 'Thalaivaa' in Australia and couldn't make it to the fast. I regret not being present in this movement," said Vijay in a statement.
The fast is being observed by the actors of the Tamil film industry. This is the second fast since March 19, which was observed by Tamil Nadu Film Directors Association (Tantis).
While the.
"I am currently shooting for my film 'Thalaivaa' in Australia and couldn't make it to the fast. I regret not being present in this movement," said Vijay in a statement.
The fast is being observed by the actors of the Tamil film industry. This is the second fast since March 19, which was observed by Tamil Nadu Film Directors Association (Tantis).
While the.
- 4/2/2013
- by Shiva Prakash
- RealBollywood.com
Chennai, March 5: Having completed shooting for upcoming Tamil romantic-thriller "Thalaivaa", Bollywood actress Ragini Nandwani says acting in the film was surprisingly easy because she plays a north Indian.
"Even though I was nervous to be cast opposite superstar Vijay, I didn't find acting tough in the film because I play a north Indian. All my lines are in Hindi, and therefore, playing my character was a cakewalk," Ragini told Ians.
She plays the second lead in the film, which features Amala Paul in the lead role. Other members of the cast include Rajiv Pillai, Sathyaraj, Abhimanyu Singh, Santhanam and Suresh.
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"Even though I was nervous to be cast opposite superstar Vijay, I didn't find acting tough in the film because I play a north Indian. All my lines are in Hindi, and therefore, playing my character was a cakewalk," Ragini told Ians.
She plays the second lead in the film, which features Amala Paul in the lead role. Other members of the cast include Rajiv Pillai, Sathyaraj, Abhimanyu Singh, Santhanam and Suresh.
"I.
- 3/5/2013
- by Rahul Kapoor
- RealBollywood.com
Mumbai, March 4: Actress Ragini Nandwani, who made her Bollywood debut with "Dehraadun Diary," has finished shooting for a Tamil film with superstar Vijay.
"I have done a Tamil film 'Thalaivaa' opposite Vijay, who is a big superstar there. Shooting has been completed from my end and it will release June. Then there are other offers, one in Hindi and another in Tamil," Ragini said here during a photoshoot.
Asked if she plans to focus majorly on southern films, Ragini said: "It depends on good work - be it Hindi or Tamil. I believe in good work at the end of the day. If it's good there, I will work there. (Currently,) I have.
"I have done a Tamil film 'Thalaivaa' opposite Vijay, who is a big superstar there. Shooting has been completed from my end and it will release June. Then there are other offers, one in Hindi and another in Tamil," Ragini said here during a photoshoot.
Asked if she plans to focus majorly on southern films, Ragini said: "It depends on good work - be it Hindi or Tamil. I believe in good work at the end of the day. If it's good there, I will work there. (Currently,) I have.
- 3/4/2013
- by Abhijeet Sen
- RealBollywood.com
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