Box Office: Shah Rukh Khan At The Top, Thalapathy Vijay’s 5 Films In Top 10 Of Highest Footfalls List Of Malaysia ( Photo Credit – IMDb )
The market for Indian films has increased exponentially, with other regional film industries coming to the forefront. In several countries, films from India are loved and cherished by audiences and one such country is Malaysia. While it is known that Rajinikanth enjoys an impressive fan following here, over the years, Shah Rukh Khan and Thalapathy Vijay, too, have built their fan base in the country. Keep reading to know more!
Shah Rukh needs no introduction when it comes to his face value in the international market. In majority of overseas countries, the actor is tremendously popular and that could be seen through the international collection of his films as well. Even his under-performers in India, have performed brilliantly in overseas. One such film is Dilwale, which was...
The market for Indian films has increased exponentially, with other regional film industries coming to the forefront. In several countries, films from India are loved and cherished by audiences and one such country is Malaysia. While it is known that Rajinikanth enjoys an impressive fan following here, over the years, Shah Rukh Khan and Thalapathy Vijay, too, have built their fan base in the country. Keep reading to know more!
Shah Rukh needs no introduction when it comes to his face value in the international market. In majority of overseas countries, the actor is tremendously popular and that could be seen through the international collection of his films as well. Even his under-performers in India, have performed brilliantly in overseas. One such film is Dilwale, which was...
- 5/5/2024
- by Shalmesh More
- KoiMoi
Mumbai, April 11 (Ians) On the occasion of Eid on Thursday, Bollywood superstar Salman Khan has announced his new film ‘Sikandar’ directed by A.R. Murugadoss.
The actor also announced the movie’s release date, confirming that it will hit theaters on Eid 2025.
Taking to Twitter, Salman shared a glimpse, which had “Salman Khan in and as Sikandar”. The film is presented by Sajid Nadiadwala.
Salman captioned the announcement: “Iss Eid ‘Bade Miyan Chote Miyan’ aur ‘Maidaan’ ko dekho aur agli Eid Sikandar se aa kar milo… Wish you all Eid Mubarak! #SajidNadiadwala Presents #Sikandar Directed by @ARMurugadoss @NGEMovies @WardaNadiadwala #SikandarEid2025”
This is not the first time Salman is working with A.R. Murugadoss.
The two have previously worked together in ‘Jai Ho’, where he was the writer.
Murugadoss has worked on films such as ‘Kaththi’, ‘Dheena’ and ‘Stalin’, among many others.
His first Bollywood film was the 2008 Aamir Khan-starrer ‘Ghajini’, a...
The actor also announced the movie’s release date, confirming that it will hit theaters on Eid 2025.
Taking to Twitter, Salman shared a glimpse, which had “Salman Khan in and as Sikandar”. The film is presented by Sajid Nadiadwala.
Salman captioned the announcement: “Iss Eid ‘Bade Miyan Chote Miyan’ aur ‘Maidaan’ ko dekho aur agli Eid Sikandar se aa kar milo… Wish you all Eid Mubarak! #SajidNadiadwala Presents #Sikandar Directed by @ARMurugadoss @NGEMovies @WardaNadiadwala #SikandarEid2025”
This is not the first time Salman is working with A.R. Murugadoss.
The two have previously worked together in ‘Jai Ho’, where he was the writer.
Murugadoss has worked on films such as ‘Kaththi’, ‘Dheena’ and ‘Stalin’, among many others.
His first Bollywood film was the 2008 Aamir Khan-starrer ‘Ghajini’, a...
- 4/11/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Yami Gautam’s Filmography: Article 370 Is The Actress’s 19th Film ( Photo Credit – Instagram/IMDb )
Yami Gautam is currently winning the audience with her bold and courageous performance in Article 370. The political drama has been winning the hearts of critics and audiences alike, and the box office numbers are a testimony that the film is on the path to success.
Yami, in the last few years, has cemented her position as a solid performer. However, for those who don’t remember, she was once the face of the brand Fair & Lovely. She later made her debut on Television.
Yami Gautam was first seen in a show titled Chand Ke Paar Chalo but shot to fame with Colors TV’s serial Yeh Pyar Na Hoga Kam, where she played the lead role opposite Gaurav Khanna, now popularly known as Anuj Kapadia of Anupamaa. Yami made her debut in regional films,...
Yami Gautam is currently winning the audience with her bold and courageous performance in Article 370. The political drama has been winning the hearts of critics and audiences alike, and the box office numbers are a testimony that the film is on the path to success.
Yami, in the last few years, has cemented her position as a solid performer. However, for those who don’t remember, she was once the face of the brand Fair & Lovely. She later made her debut on Television.
Yami Gautam was first seen in a show titled Chand Ke Paar Chalo but shot to fame with Colors TV’s serial Yeh Pyar Na Hoga Kam, where she played the lead role opposite Gaurav Khanna, now popularly known as Anuj Kapadia of Anupamaa. Yami made her debut in regional films,...
- 2/26/2024
- by Trisha Gaur
- KoiMoi
Megastar Amitabh Bachchan has completed a “wondrous” 55 years in the world of Hindi cinema and to celebrate it he has given himself an AI spin. It was in 1969, when the cine icon stepped into the world of showbiz with ‘Saat Hindustani’ and since then he has captivated the audience with his impeccable performances on screen.
Amitabh took to X (formerly Twitter), where he dropped two AI images of himself.
The first picture has a camera lens in place of his spectacle lens. The second photo has a colourful camera reel like streamers with faces and eyes made on it.
“T 4924 – 55 years in the wondrous world of Cinema… and AI, gives me its interpretation… a presentation by Ef B… self made,” Big B wrote on Twitter.
Even though he started his acting career with ‘Saat Hindustani, Big B had first began his journey as a voice narrator in ‘Bhuvan Shome’ starring...
Amitabh took to X (formerly Twitter), where he dropped two AI images of himself.
The first picture has a camera lens in place of his spectacle lens. The second photo has a colourful camera reel like streamers with faces and eyes made on it.
“T 4924 – 55 years in the wondrous world of Cinema… and AI, gives me its interpretation… a presentation by Ef B… self made,” Big B wrote on Twitter.
Even though he started his acting career with ‘Saat Hindustani, Big B had first began his journey as a voice narrator in ‘Bhuvan Shome’ starring...
- 2/17/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Bollywood actress Katrina Kaif on Wednesday showered love on her ‘Tiger’ co-star Salman Khan, as the latter turned 58. Salman and Katrina have shared the screen space in the ‘Tiger’ franchise. The first installment in the franchise, ‘Ek Tha Tiger’ was released in 2012. The action thriller film is directed by Kabir Khan, and produced by Aditya Chopra under Yash Raj Films.
The second installment ‘Tiger Zinda Hai’ was released in 2017, and was written and directed by Ali Abbas Zafar. While, the third installment ‘Tiger 3’ released on November 12, 2023. It is directed by Maneesh Sharma, and also stars Emraan Hashmi.
The movie revolves around an Indian Raw-agent Avinash “Tiger” Singh Rathore (played by Salman), and Zoya (Katrina) an Isi agent who goes undercover to counteract the efforts of Tiger.
Now, on the birthday of the superstar, the ‘Sarkar’ fame actress shared a black and white picture of Salman, and wrote: “Tiger Tiger...
The second installment ‘Tiger Zinda Hai’ was released in 2017, and was written and directed by Ali Abbas Zafar. While, the third installment ‘Tiger 3’ released on November 12, 2023. It is directed by Maneesh Sharma, and also stars Emraan Hashmi.
The movie revolves around an Indian Raw-agent Avinash “Tiger” Singh Rathore (played by Salman), and Zoya (Katrina) an Isi agent who goes undercover to counteract the efforts of Tiger.
Now, on the birthday of the superstar, the ‘Sarkar’ fame actress shared a black and white picture of Salman, and wrote: “Tiger Tiger...
- 12/27/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
New Delhi, Dec 15 (Ians) Actress Suhana Khan, who graced the quiz based reality show ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati 15’ was left embarrassed as she was not able to answer a question on her superstar father Shah Rukh Khan.
Suhana, who made her acting debut with the movie ‘The Archies’, came on the show along with the director Zoya Akhtar and other star cast– Agastya Nanda, Khushi Kapoor, Vedang Raina, Dot, Mihir Ahuja, and Yuvraj Menda.
During the Super Sandook round, Zoya, Suhana and Vedang were asked: “Shah Rukh Khan has not yet received which of these honours?”
The options given were- Padma Shri, Legion of Honour, L’Etoile d’Or +, and Volpi Cup. Suhana gave the wrong answer and said ‘Padma Shri’. The correct answer was Volpi Cup.
Host of the show Amitabh Bachchan was left surprised by Suhana’s cluelessness about her father Srk.
The ‘Sarkar’ actor said: “The daughter doesn...
Suhana, who made her acting debut with the movie ‘The Archies’, came on the show along with the director Zoya Akhtar and other star cast– Agastya Nanda, Khushi Kapoor, Vedang Raina, Dot, Mihir Ahuja, and Yuvraj Menda.
During the Super Sandook round, Zoya, Suhana and Vedang were asked: “Shah Rukh Khan has not yet received which of these honours?”
The options given were- Padma Shri, Legion of Honour, L’Etoile d’Or +, and Volpi Cup. Suhana gave the wrong answer and said ‘Padma Shri’. The correct answer was Volpi Cup.
Host of the show Amitabh Bachchan was left surprised by Suhana’s cluelessness about her father Srk.
The ‘Sarkar’ actor said: “The daughter doesn...
- 12/15/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Megastar Amitabh Bachchan, who was excited to host his grandson Agastya Nanda on the hot seat of the show ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati 15’, recalled holding him in his arms soon after his birth and shared how his grandson had a passion for acting.
The quiz-based reality show saw the presence of the star cast of the recently released teen musical drama ‘The Archies’. Agastya, Suhana Khan, Khushi Kapoor, Vedang Raina, Mihir Ahuja, Dot, Yuvraj Menda came to the show along with their director Zoya Akhtar.
Agastya, Mihir and Yuvraj sat on the hot seat in the first lot.
Agastya, who is the son of Shweta Bachchan, said: “It feels as though we have two exams today. One with you and the other is Kbc!”
Yuvraj then said to Amitabh: “The team of The Archies has prepared something for you and we want Agastya to read it out to you.”
Agastya...
The quiz-based reality show saw the presence of the star cast of the recently released teen musical drama ‘The Archies’. Agastya, Suhana Khan, Khushi Kapoor, Vedang Raina, Mihir Ahuja, Dot, Yuvraj Menda came to the show along with their director Zoya Akhtar.
Agastya, Mihir and Yuvraj sat on the hot seat in the first lot.
Agastya, who is the son of Shweta Bachchan, said: “It feels as though we have two exams today. One with you and the other is Kbc!”
Yuvraj then said to Amitabh: “The team of The Archies has prepared something for you and we want Agastya to read it out to you.”
Agastya...
- 12/15/2023
- by Agency News Desk
Megastar Amitabh Bachchan, who was excited to host his grandson Agastya Nanda on the hot seat of the show ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati 15’, recalled holding him in his arms soon after his birth and shared how his grandson had a passion for acting.
The quiz-based reality show saw the presence of the star cast of the recently released teen musical drama ‘The Archies’. Agastya, Suhana Khan, Khushi Kapoor, Vedang Raina, Mihir Ahuja, Dot, Yuvraj Menda came to the show along with their director Zoya Akhtar.
Agastya, Mihir and Yuvraj sat on the hot seat in the first lot.
Agastya, who is the son of Shweta Bachchan, said: “It feels as though we have two exams today. One with you and the other is Kbc!”
Yuvraj then said to Amitabh: “The team of The Archies has prepared something for you and we want Agastya to read it out to you.”
Agastya...
The quiz-based reality show saw the presence of the star cast of the recently released teen musical drama ‘The Archies’. Agastya, Suhana Khan, Khushi Kapoor, Vedang Raina, Mihir Ahuja, Dot, Yuvraj Menda came to the show along with their director Zoya Akhtar.
Agastya, Mihir and Yuvraj sat on the hot seat in the first lot.
Agastya, who is the son of Shweta Bachchan, said: “It feels as though we have two exams today. One with you and the other is Kbc!”
Yuvraj then said to Amitabh: “The team of The Archies has prepared something for you and we want Agastya to read it out to you.”
Agastya...
- 12/15/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Megastar Amitabh Bachchan, who is the host of ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati 15’, has voiced his opinion for the field of acting, and shared how artists lead a good life, candidly giving his example.
Big B welcomed Ranjeet Kumar Singh, from Ramgarh, Bihar to the hot seat in the new episode of the knowledge based reality show.
During the gameplay, the ‘Sarkar’ actor asked the contestant: “What are you doing nowadays?”
To which he replied: “Sir, I’m in Mumbai currently. It’s difficult to survive in Mumbai. I gave a walk-in interview in the optical industry and I got selected. Sir, I’m currently working there.”
“I’m struggling in this city to survive as I’m trying to be an actor. Sir, you know that villagers don’t value acting as a profession,” shared Ranjeet.
The ‘Brahmastra’ actor asked him whether he is trying his luck nowadays or not, and...
Big B welcomed Ranjeet Kumar Singh, from Ramgarh, Bihar to the hot seat in the new episode of the knowledge based reality show.
During the gameplay, the ‘Sarkar’ actor asked the contestant: “What are you doing nowadays?”
To which he replied: “Sir, I’m in Mumbai currently. It’s difficult to survive in Mumbai. I gave a walk-in interview in the optical industry and I got selected. Sir, I’m currently working there.”
“I’m struggling in this city to survive as I’m trying to be an actor. Sir, you know that villagers don’t value acting as a profession,” shared Ranjeet.
The ‘Brahmastra’ actor asked him whether he is trying his luck nowadays or not, and...
- 12/14/2023
- by Agency News Desk
Megastar Amitabh Bachchan, who is the host of ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati 15’, has voiced his opinion for the field of acting, and shared how artists lead a good life, candidly giving his example.
Big B welcomed Ranjeet Kumar Singh, from Ramgarh, Bihar to the hot seat in the new episode of the knowledge based reality show.
During the gameplay, the ‘Sarkar’ actor asked the contestant: “What are you doing nowadays?”
To which he replied: “Sir, I’m in Mumbai currently. It’s difficult to survive in Mumbai. I gave a walk-in interview in the optical industry and I got selected. Sir, I’m currently working there.”
“I’m struggling in this city to survive as I’m trying to be an actor. Sir, you know that villagers don’t value acting as a profession,” shared Ranjeet.
The ‘Brahmastra’ actor asked him whether he is trying his luck nowadays or not, and...
Big B welcomed Ranjeet Kumar Singh, from Ramgarh, Bihar to the hot seat in the new episode of the knowledge based reality show.
During the gameplay, the ‘Sarkar’ actor asked the contestant: “What are you doing nowadays?”
To which he replied: “Sir, I’m in Mumbai currently. It’s difficult to survive in Mumbai. I gave a walk-in interview in the optical industry and I got selected. Sir, I’m currently working there.”
“I’m struggling in this city to survive as I’m trying to be an actor. Sir, you know that villagers don’t value acting as a profession,” shared Ranjeet.
The ‘Brahmastra’ actor asked him whether he is trying his luck nowadays or not, and...
- 12/14/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Bollywood actor Amitabh Bachchan revealed that how the word ‘Yahoo’ in the iconic track ‘Chahe Koi Mujhe Junglee Kahe’ was not sung by Mohammed Rafi but was recorded by writer Prayag Raj.
The megastar is currently hosting the gameplay ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati 15’.
Big B welcomed Dilip Mohan Shimpi from Maharashtra’s Nandurbar to the hot seat.
For Rs 10,000, the contestant was asked an audio question: “What is the first word of this song by Mohammed Rafi?”
The song played was “Chahe Koi Mujhe Junglee Kahe”.
The options given were: Hurray, Yahoo, Shaava, and Chak de. The correct answer was ‘Yahoo’.
The ‘Sarkar’ actor shared: “This song is from the film ‘Junglee’. The film stars Shammi Kapoor and Saira Banu in lead roles. The music composers were Shankar-Jaikishan and Shailendra was the lyricist.”
The actor then revealed: “The ‘yahoo’ you hear in the song was not sung by Rafi. I mean,...
The megastar is currently hosting the gameplay ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati 15’.
Big B welcomed Dilip Mohan Shimpi from Maharashtra’s Nandurbar to the hot seat.
For Rs 10,000, the contestant was asked an audio question: “What is the first word of this song by Mohammed Rafi?”
The song played was “Chahe Koi Mujhe Junglee Kahe”.
The options given were: Hurray, Yahoo, Shaava, and Chak de. The correct answer was ‘Yahoo’.
The ‘Sarkar’ actor shared: “This song is from the film ‘Junglee’. The film stars Shammi Kapoor and Saira Banu in lead roles. The music composers were Shankar-Jaikishan and Shailendra was the lyricist.”
The actor then revealed: “The ‘yahoo’ you hear in the song was not sung by Rafi. I mean,...
- 12/12/2023
- by Agency News Desk
Bollywood actor Amitabh Bachchan revealed that how the word ‘Yahoo’ in the iconic track ‘Chahe Koi Mujhe Junglee Kahe’ was not sung by Mohammed Rafi but was recorded by writer Prayag Raj.
The megastar is currently hosting the gameplay ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati 15’.
Big B welcomed Dilip Mohan Shimpi from Maharashtra’s Nandurbar to the hot seat.
For Rs 10,000, the contestant was asked an audio question: “What is the first word of this song by Mohammed Rafi?”
The song played was “Chahe Koi Mujhe Junglee Kahe”.
The options given were: Hurray, Yahoo, Shaava, and Chak de. The correct answer was ‘Yahoo’.
The ‘Sarkar’ actor shared: “This song is from the film ‘Junglee’. The film stars Shammi Kapoor and Saira Banu in lead roles. The music composers were Shankar-Jaikishan and Shailendra was the lyricist.”
The actor then revealed: “The ‘yahoo’ you hear in the song was not sung by Rafi. I mean,...
The megastar is currently hosting the gameplay ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati 15’.
Big B welcomed Dilip Mohan Shimpi from Maharashtra’s Nandurbar to the hot seat.
For Rs 10,000, the contestant was asked an audio question: “What is the first word of this song by Mohammed Rafi?”
The song played was “Chahe Koi Mujhe Junglee Kahe”.
The options given were: Hurray, Yahoo, Shaava, and Chak de. The correct answer was ‘Yahoo’.
The ‘Sarkar’ actor shared: “This song is from the film ‘Junglee’. The film stars Shammi Kapoor and Saira Banu in lead roles. The music composers were Shankar-Jaikishan and Shailendra was the lyricist.”
The actor then revealed: “The ‘yahoo’ you hear in the song was not sung by Rafi. I mean,...
- 12/12/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Mumbai, Dec 8 (Ians) Senior actor Anupam Kher has applauded the writing of filmmaker Neeraj Pandey, saying that the best part is that whatever he writes is shown exactly that way with his minimalistic approach.
Anupam is all geared up for the released of ‘The Freelancer: The Conclusion’. He essays the role of Dr Arif Ajmaal Khan in the series headlined by actor Mohit Raina, who plays the titular role.
Talking about how he felt during a particularly intense moment in the show with Mohit, Anupam said: “When Mohit did that shot of holding the gun to me, that was wonderful, and I really appreciated it. My mother is his greatest fan, and he knows that too.”
Further lauding the showrunner Neeraj, the ‘Sarkar’ actor said: “The best part about Neeraj Pandey’s writing is that whatever he writes is shown exactly that way with his minimalistic approach. It’s a...
Anupam is all geared up for the released of ‘The Freelancer: The Conclusion’. He essays the role of Dr Arif Ajmaal Khan in the series headlined by actor Mohit Raina, who plays the titular role.
Talking about how he felt during a particularly intense moment in the show with Mohit, Anupam said: “When Mohit did that shot of holding the gun to me, that was wonderful, and I really appreciated it. My mother is his greatest fan, and he knows that too.”
Further lauding the showrunner Neeraj, the ‘Sarkar’ actor said: “The best part about Neeraj Pandey’s writing is that whatever he writes is shown exactly that way with his minimalistic approach. It’s a...
- 12/8/2023
- by Agency News Desk
Mumbai, Dec 8 (Ians) Senior actor Anupam Kher has applauded the writing of filmmaker Neeraj Pandey, saying that the best part is that whatever he writes is shown exactly that way with his minimalistic approach.
Anupam is all geared up for the released of ‘The Freelancer: The Conclusion’. He essays the role of Dr Arif Ajmaal Khan in the series headlined by actor Mohit Raina, who plays the titular role.
Talking about how he felt during a particularly intense moment in the show with Mohit, Anupam said: “When Mohit did that shot of holding the gun to me, that was wonderful, and I really appreciated it. My mother is his greatest fan, and he knows that too.”
Further lauding the showrunner Neeraj, the ‘Sarkar’ actor said: “The best part about Neeraj Pandey’s writing is that whatever he writes is shown exactly that way with his minimalistic approach. It’s a...
Anupam is all geared up for the released of ‘The Freelancer: The Conclusion’. He essays the role of Dr Arif Ajmaal Khan in the series headlined by actor Mohit Raina, who plays the titular role.
Talking about how he felt during a particularly intense moment in the show with Mohit, Anupam said: “When Mohit did that shot of holding the gun to me, that was wonderful, and I really appreciated it. My mother is his greatest fan, and he knows that too.”
Further lauding the showrunner Neeraj, the ‘Sarkar’ actor said: “The best part about Neeraj Pandey’s writing is that whatever he writes is shown exactly that way with his minimalistic approach. It’s a...
- 12/8/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Subrata Roy, chair of Sahara India Pariwar, a former major player in the Indian media space, died on Nov. 14 in Mumbai. He was 75. Roy was known within the group by the honorific Saharasri.
“Saharasri-ji an inspirational leader and visionary, passed away on 14th November 2023 at 10.30 pm due to cardiorespiratory arrest following an extended battle with complications arising from metastatic malignancy, hypertension, and diabetes. He was admitted to Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital & Medical Research Institute (Kdah) on 12th November, 2023 following a decline in health,” said a statement sent to Variety by Sahara India Pariwar.
The Sahara India Pariwar, which operates in the financial services, construction, real estate, sports, manufacturing, hospitality and life insurance sectors, amongst others, currently has a net worth of $31 billion, according to information published by the group.
In its pomp, Sahara’s media arm Sahara One Media and Entertainment operated three Hindi-language channels – movie channel Filmy, general entertainment channel Sahara One,...
“Saharasri-ji an inspirational leader and visionary, passed away on 14th November 2023 at 10.30 pm due to cardiorespiratory arrest following an extended battle with complications arising from metastatic malignancy, hypertension, and diabetes. He was admitted to Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital & Medical Research Institute (Kdah) on 12th November, 2023 following a decline in health,” said a statement sent to Variety by Sahara India Pariwar.
The Sahara India Pariwar, which operates in the financial services, construction, real estate, sports, manufacturing, hospitality and life insurance sectors, amongst others, currently has a net worth of $31 billion, according to information published by the group.
In its pomp, Sahara’s media arm Sahara One Media and Entertainment operated three Hindi-language channels – movie channel Filmy, general entertainment channel Sahara One,...
- 11/15/2023
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
Vijay Thalapathy is one of the most popular and successful actors in Tamil cinema. He has acted in more than 60 films since his debut in 1992. His latest film, Leo, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, has received rave reviews and a massive opening at the box office. The film features Vijay as a vigilante who fights against corruption and injustice. Leo is being hailed as one of the best films of Vijay’s career.
But how does Leo compare to Vijay’s other recent films? Here is a ranking of 10 of his films released after 2015, based on their critical and commercial performance, as well as their impact on Vijay’s image and fan base.
10. Bairavaa (2017) Bairavaa Trailer
Bairavaa was a typical masala film that had Vijay playing a loan recovery agent who takes on a corrupt medical college owner. The film was criticized for its weak plot, poor execution, and lack of originality.
But how does Leo compare to Vijay’s other recent films? Here is a ranking of 10 of his films released after 2015, based on their critical and commercial performance, as well as their impact on Vijay’s image and fan base.
10. Bairavaa (2017) Bairavaa Trailer
Bairavaa was a typical masala film that had Vijay playing a loan recovery agent who takes on a corrupt medical college owner. The film was criticized for its weak plot, poor execution, and lack of originality.
- 10/20/2023
- by CineArticles Editorial Team
- https://thecinemanews.online/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/IMG_4649
It is one of the apparent paradoxes that while Duryodhan is blamed for triggering the Mahabharata, in the real sense all the fathers after Duryodhan and even around Duryodhan are blind towards the love they have for their sons, and they are in most of the cases oblivious to its repercussions. Hindi cinema has celebrated this relationship which is catalyzed on blindness since eons. We all are Dhritrastras in actuality.
But Jailer seems to have made the argument stand on its head, and it is one of the primary reasons, inspite of the usual kitsch that it has been packed with that it has achieved the phenomenal success. Here is a father, who comes out of retirement to save his son, a modern Dhritarashtra, but when he finds that the son is recalcitrant and has erred on the wrong side of law, he gives him a long rope, but when...
But Jailer seems to have made the argument stand on its head, and it is one of the primary reasons, inspite of the usual kitsch that it has been packed with that it has achieved the phenomenal success. Here is a father, who comes out of retirement to save his son, a modern Dhritarashtra, but when he finds that the son is recalcitrant and has erred on the wrong side of law, he gives him a long rope, but when...
- 9/12/2023
- by Nalin Rai
- GlamSham
The action-packed thriller Leo, starring Vijay and Trisha, is set to hit the screens on October 19, 2023. The film, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj and produced by Seven Screen Studio, has generated a lot of buzz among the fans and the trade circles. The film also marks the debut of Bollywood star Sanjay Dutt in Tamil cinema, as well as the second collaboration of Lokesh Kanagaraj with Vijay after Master (2021).
Leo Promo
But what’s more exciting is that Lokesh Kanagaraj is not just a director, but also an actor. Yes, you heard it right. The talented filmmaker, who has delivered back-to-back hits like Maanagaram (2017), Kaithi (2019), and Master, is all set to make his acting debut in a film directed by the National Award-winning stunt choreographers Anbariv. Anbariv, who are twin brothers Anbu and Arivu, have worked with Lokesh Kanagaraj in Leo as well as in his previous films. They are known...
Leo Promo
But what’s more exciting is that Lokesh Kanagaraj is not just a director, but also an actor. Yes, you heard it right. The talented filmmaker, who has delivered back-to-back hits like Maanagaram (2017), Kaithi (2019), and Master, is all set to make his acting debut in a film directed by the National Award-winning stunt choreographers Anbariv. Anbariv, who are twin brothers Anbu and Arivu, have worked with Lokesh Kanagaraj in Leo as well as in his previous films. They are known...
- 9/12/2023
- by amalprasadappu
- https://thecinemanews.online/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/IMG_4649
Indian filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma, renowned for his landmark films in the gangster genre, is debuting in the streaming space with Mx Player series “Dhahanam” (Funeral).
Mx Player is India’s largest AVOD service and recently set a content deal with BBC Studios. It has more than 300 Monthly Active Users globally and has achieved the one billion download milestone.
Varma’s iconic films include “Shiva” (1989), “Satya” (1998), and “Sarkar” (2005).
Produced by Varma, “Dhahanam” is directed by Agastya Manju (“Coronavirus”). The cast includes Isha Koppikar, Abhishek Duhan, Naina Ganguly, Ashwatkanth Sharma, Parvathy Arun, Sayaji Shinde, Abhilash Chaudhary and Pradeep Rawat.
Originally made in the Telugu language, the seven-episode series is also dubbed in Hindi and Tamil.
Set in rural India, the series turns on the murder of Sri Ramulu, a communist worker. His son, Hari, is a rebel operating from the forest in a guerrilla war with the landlords and is enraged...
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Varma’s iconic films include “Shiva” (1989), “Satya” (1998), and “Sarkar” (2005).
Produced by Varma, “Dhahanam” is directed by Agastya Manju (“Coronavirus”). The cast includes Isha Koppikar, Abhishek Duhan, Naina Ganguly, Ashwatkanth Sharma, Parvathy Arun, Sayaji Shinde, Abhilash Chaudhary and Pradeep Rawat.
Originally made in the Telugu language, the seven-episode series is also dubbed in Hindi and Tamil.
Set in rural India, the series turns on the murder of Sri Ramulu, a communist worker. His son, Hari, is a rebel operating from the forest in a guerrilla war with the landlords and is enraged...
- 4/1/2022
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
ReviewMaaran or Mathimaaran, played by actor Dhanush, is an investigative journalist, a brilliant one we are told. He gets hired at a news organisation over a bizarre competition of ‘likes’ over a tweet. Balakrishna GaneshanMaaran, directed by filmmaker Karthick Naren, starts off with all the boring Tamil film cliches. When the male lead is a child, his father gets killed by goons; around the same time and while it is raining, his mother dies due to complications during childbirth. But she has delivered a baby before passing away. In a typical Tamil hero style from the late 80s or 90s, the boy raises his sister on his own. With many such generic scenes, the film proceeds in a very superficial manner, but director Karthik Naren of Dhuruvangal Pathinaaru fame has a trick or two up his sleeve that would make up for all of the initial torture (at least he thinks so.
- 3/12/2022
- by Balakrishna
- The News Minute
KollywoodMeanwhile, Malavika Mohanan wished her 'Master' co-star by imitating his style of chucking chewing gum into his mouth.Tnm StaffActor Vijay celebrated his 47th birthday on June 22. While wishes came pouring in for the star from fans and celebrities alike, actors Malavika Mohanan and Keerthy Suresh, both of whom shared screen space with Vijay in recent films, put up special videos on their Instagram accounts. Keerthy Suresh, who starred along with Vijay in Sarkar that released in 2018, performed a peppy dance tribute to the actor. Dancing to Vijay’s 'Aal Thotta Boopathy' song from his 2002 film Youth, Keerthy wrote, “Dancing for Aal Thotta Boopathy! An ardent fan of #Thalapathy ! You are not only one of the best at performing, but you are one of a #Beast when it comes to entertaining. #ChummaCasualah with thambi.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Keerthy Suresh (@keerthysureshofficial) 'Aal Thotta Boopathy' is...
- 6/24/2021
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
Southern star Keerthy Suresh has found a way to keep tension at bay, going by her social media post on Wednesday.
Keerthy posted a picture on Instagram where she is seen doing Vrksasana. Alongside the image, she wrote: "Some yoga in the day keeps the tensions away."
Keerthy, who has featured in Tamil, Telugu and Malayalam films, was feted with the National Film Award for portraying actress Savitri in the 2018 Telugu biopic film "Mahanati".
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She will soon be seen in films including "Good Luck Sakhi", "Marakkar: Arabikadalinte Simham" "Vaashi", and "Sarkaru Vaari Paata".
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The actress had her first lead role in the 2013 Malayalam film "Geethaanjali". She was then seen in films such as "Ring Master", "Idhu Enna Maayam", "Rajini Murugan", "Remo", "Nenu Sailaja", "Bairavaa", "Thaana Serndha Kootam...
Keerthy posted a picture on Instagram where she is seen doing Vrksasana. Alongside the image, she wrote: "Some yoga in the day keeps the tensions away."
Keerthy, who has featured in Tamil, Telugu and Malayalam films, was feted with the National Film Award for portraying actress Savitri in the 2018 Telugu biopic film "Mahanati".
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She will soon be seen in films including "Good Luck Sakhi", "Marakkar: Arabikadalinte Simham" "Vaashi", and "Sarkaru Vaari Paata".
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The actress had her first lead role in the 2013 Malayalam film "Geethaanjali". She was then seen in films such as "Ring Master", "Idhu Enna Maayam", "Rajini Murugan", "Remo", "Nenu Sailaja", "Bairavaa", "Thaana Serndha Kootam...
- 6/2/2021
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Amitabh Bachchan is reminiscing his journey in 'filmdom' on social media. Looking back at his over five-decade career, he said that he still wonders how it all went by.
"52 years .. !!! Goodness .. thank you Ef Moses for this compilation .. still wondering how it all went by," Amitabh Bachchan wrote as the caption.
The Shahenshah of Bollywood, star of the millennium Amitabh Bachchan shared a collage of his looks in a few of his highlight films today. The films featured in the collage include his debut film Saat Hindustani, which released in 1969, along with Deewaar, Zanjeer, Abhimaan, Coolie, Khuda Gawah, Sooryavansham, Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham, Baghban, Paa, Sarkar, Gulabo Sitabo along with many others.
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The veteran donated resources to help set up a 25-bed oxygen facility in Juhu. He teamed up with producer Anand Pandit for the philanthropic act.
Amitabh...
"52 years .. !!! Goodness .. thank you Ef Moses for this compilation .. still wondering how it all went by," Amitabh Bachchan wrote as the caption.
The Shahenshah of Bollywood, star of the millennium Amitabh Bachchan shared a collage of his looks in a few of his highlight films today. The films featured in the collage include his debut film Saat Hindustani, which released in 1969, along with Deewaar, Zanjeer, Abhimaan, Coolie, Khuda Gawah, Sooryavansham, Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham, Baghban, Paa, Sarkar, Gulabo Sitabo along with many others.
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The veteran donated resources to help set up a 25-bed oxygen facility in Juhu. He teamed up with producer Anand Pandit for the philanthropic act.
Amitabh...
- 5/31/2021
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
KollywoodThe actor is currently working on her next film with Dhanush. Digital NativeWhile most actors would be annoyed and vexed when it comes to memes on them, Malavika Mohanan has taken it sportively. The actor shared a few memes that were made on her character from the film Master and posted them on her social media page with the caption, “I’m a little late to my own meme-fest, but this is hilarious guys. Sharing some of my personal favorites which cracked me up(I died laughing seeing the toothpaste one). Life is too boring if you can’t laugh at yourself, right?” On the work front, Malavika has a number of films needing her attention. She has the untitled Dhanush starrer. Malavika recently posted a picture of herself with the film's script in hand and wrote: “One week down and many more to go - can’t wait to share this film with everyone!
- 2/4/2021
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
Kollywood It is rumoured that the film will release for Pongal 2021.Digital NativeThe producers of Vijay's much-anticipated film Master took to Twitter to reveal that the censor formalities have been completed and that the film has been censored with a U/A certificate. The makers tweeted, "And it's here! U/A certification for namma #Master. See you soon #MasterUAcertified". Directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, Master was supposed to hit the screens on April 9. However, due to the coronavirus pandemic, the film got postponed. Now, rumours are rife that the film might release in theatres on January 14 next year for the Pongal festival. Apart from Vijay, the action-entertainer features Vijay Sethupathi, Malavika Mohanlal, Andrea Jeremiah, Arjun Das, Gouri Kishan and Shanthnu Bhagyaraj in lead roles. The teaser of the film was released on the occasion of Deepavali and had crushed records and how. On its release, the teaser took just 1 hour 18 minutes...
- 12/24/2020
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
Kollywood'Bigil' was the sixth most trending hashtag of 2019, even surpassing #AvengersEndgame. Tnm StaffActor Vijay’s Bigil has broken many records and raked in one of the highest collections of this year’s releases. Now, it's also been revealed that the film was ranked among the top 10 most tweeted hashtags in 2019. “From #chandrayaan2, to #diwali and #eidmubarak - 2019 was a year for celebrations on Twitter in India. Here are the top most Tweeted about hashtags in 2019 #ThisHappened,” reads the tweet from Twitter India’s official handle. From #chandrayaan2, to #diwali and #eidmubarak - 2019 was a year for celebrations on Twitter in India. Here are the top most Tweeted about hashtags in 2019 #ThisHappened pic.twitter.com/as1791mPzv — Twitter India (@TwitterIndia) December 10, 2019 The film was the sixth most trending hashtag of the year, followed by #diwali, #avengersendgame, #ayodhyaverdict, and #eidmubarak. The top 5 trends for 2019 were #LokSabhaElections2019, #Chandrayaan2, #CWC19, #Pulawama, and #Article 370. Bigil...
- 12/10/2019
- by Nimeshika
- The News Minute
Bharat?actress Katrina Kaif, who has been lauded for her evolution as an artiste, believes in being detached from the end result and to keep working on her craft to be better with every film.
"If I am too attached to the end result, the focus is not on the process. If the focus is not on the process, the end result cannot be achieved. Of course, praises make me feel good and criticism pinches, but that law cannot be changed," said the actress.
After last year's Zero in which Katrina's work was applauded, Bharat has elicited a positive word for her acting skills.
Talking about the new phase of her career where she is doing the balancing act of keeping everyone -- audience and critics -- happy, Katrina said, "I have been hearing this for some time, especially during the promotion of?Bharat.
"Thus, I went online and looked...
"If I am too attached to the end result, the focus is not on the process. If the focus is not on the process, the end result cannot be achieved. Of course, praises make me feel good and criticism pinches, but that law cannot be changed," said the actress.
After last year's Zero in which Katrina's work was applauded, Bharat has elicited a positive word for her acting skills.
Talking about the new phase of her career where she is doing the balancing act of keeping everyone -- audience and critics -- happy, Katrina said, "I have been hearing this for some time, especially during the promotion of?Bharat.
"Thus, I went online and looked...
- 6/13/2019
- GlamSham
KollywoodThe film, directed by Veerakumar, also stars Yamuna Chinnadurai, Bala, Jerrold and Swiss Raghu.Digital NativeActor Varalaxmi Sarathkumar will be playing a biker in her upcoming Tamil film Chasing, which went on the floors in Malaysia on Tamil New Year’s day on Sunday. Varalaxmi took to Twitter to share the first look poster, adding that the shooting for the film was currently progressing in Malaysia. The film, directed by Veerakumar, also stars Yamuna Chinnadurai, Bala, Jerrold and Swiss Raghu. In the first look poster, Varalaxmi is seen riding a sports bike and sporting a red blazer and aviators. இனிய தமிழ் புத்தாண்டு வாழ்த்துக்கள் from our team #Chasing shoot in progress#Malaysia Directed by #Veerakumar Producer #Balachandran Dop @krishnasamy_e Music #Dhasi@Bala_actor@YAMUNA7102#actorjerrold#ActorSwissRaghu@MachendranRamya@jaya_stylist @Aadhi86200835 @onlynikil pic.twitter.com/jywuXv9vcF — varalaxmi sarathkumar (@varusarath...
- 4/15/2019
- by Vidya
- The News Minute
In-DepthOfficially, Vijay’s fan clubs have been told to vote per their conscience. Unofficially, however, many fans are supporting Dmk alliance candidates.Kavitha MuralidharanJagadeeshwari with the poster. A young woman is holding a poster that has a message for the Aiadmk: “This is the house of a Vijay fan, Aiadmk people need not come here seeking votes.” The image went viral on social media last week, resonating with several Vijay fans who have now announced that they will follow suit. The woman, identified as S Jagadeeshwari, is also the women’s wing leader of Thalapathy Vijay Makkal Iyakkam in Virudhunagar district. Jagedeeshwari says her decision to display the poster snubbing Aiadmk is an outcome of the ruling party’s reaction to Vijay’s film Sarkar. “I have absolutely no other intention, in fact till Jayalalithaa was alive, I had voted for the Aiadmk,” Jagadeeshwari tells Tnm. But when she spent...
- 4/14/2019
- by Ragamalika
- The News Minute
Megastar Amitabh Bachchan on Sunday penned a heartfelt post on social media for his son and actor Abhishek Bachchan, saying he is his "dearest friend". "When he not just wears your shoes, but also shares the same number of chairs to sit on, then he is not just a son but your dearest friend," Amitabh wrote on Instagram along with a photograph in which the father and son are seen seated on three stacked chairs each and engaged in a serious conversation.
The photograph was taken on the sets of Big B's debut Tamil film Uyarndha Manithan.
Abhishek too has often expressed his love towards his father on social media. Earlier this year, when Amitabh completed his 50 years in Indian cinema, Abhishek wrote an emotional note for him, calling him his "icon".
""Icon! To me, he is so much more. My father, best friend, guide, best critic, greatest support, idol - hero!
The photograph was taken on the sets of Big B's debut Tamil film Uyarndha Manithan.
Abhishek too has often expressed his love towards his father on social media. Earlier this year, when Amitabh completed his 50 years in Indian cinema, Abhishek wrote an emotional note for him, calling him his "icon".
""Icon! To me, he is so much more. My father, best friend, guide, best critic, greatest support, idol - hero!
- 4/8/2019
- GlamSham
KollywoodThe first-look was released by actor Jayam Ravi on Twitter on the occasion of Varalaxmi’s birthday on March 5.Tnm StaffThe first look poster of actor Varalaxmi Sarathkumar’s upcoming cop film Danny was released to celebrate her birthday on March 5. Actor Jayam Ravi released two first-look posters from his official Twitter handle. The posters show Varalaxmi portraying a tough cop, holding a gun in one and holding onto a Labrador on a leash in the other. Happy birthday Varu ma! Wishing u loads of happiness & success! God bless happy to release the first look of #Danny Good luck #5FirstLooks@varusarath@pgmediaworks@muthaiahG@Lcsanthanamoor1@Dhayasandy@Soudarbairavi@onlynikil@Editor_SN_Fazil pic.twitter.com/tukXUCzZL7— Jayam Ravi (@actor_jayamravi) March 5, 2019 Produced by PG Mediaworks, the film is being directed by Lc Santhanamoorthy. The film’s music will be composed by Santhosh Dayanidhi while B Anandkumar will take care of DoP and...
- 3/5/2019
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
KollywoodPublic anger in Tamil Nadu about the state’s leadership as well as the centre’s attitude is reflected in several of Kollywood’s recent films like 'Lkg', 'Sarkar', 'Nota', and others.Sowmya RajendranRJ Balaji’s Lkg is due for release on February 22. The film is a political satire, and from the promos it is clear that it will go after the state government and the centre, no holds barred. The Tamil film industry has always been closely linked to politics, with several leaders in the state emerging from cinema. While aspiring politicians have cemented their image through messaging in their films, cinema has also been a medium that voices the angst of the public against the government. In recent times, after Jayalalithaa passed away when in office, Tamil films have increasingly reflected the public anger against the state government and the centre. The people are...
- 2/18/2019
- by Sowmya
- The News Minute
Kollywood The multi-starrer project also casts an all-female lead cast featuring Aishwarya Dutta of 'Bigg Boss' fame, Ashna Zaveri and Subiksha in the lead roles.Digital NativeVaralaxmi Sarath Kumar has been on a signing spree. 2017 was a good year for Varalaxmi with notable performances in films such as Vikram Vedha, Nibunan and Sathya. In Sathya, the Tamil remake of Telugu thriller Kshanam, she played a negative character and her performance impressed audiences and critics alike. In 2018, she impressed with four releases including two big ticket projects such as Sandakozhi 2 and Sarkar. Incidentally, she had a character with shades of gray in Sandakozhi 2 which fetched her positive reviews.She also made her television debut with a show called Unnai Arindhaal on Jaya TV, which discuses problems in the society and also help people introspect themselves. Proving herself by going against the grain and picking unique roles, Varalaxmi...
- 1/24/2019
- by Sreedevi
- The News Minute
KollywoodSoon after 'Sarkar', rumours began doing the rounds that Murugadoss' next with Rajinikanth has been titled 'Naarkkaali'.Tnm StaffWhile rumours have been doing the rounds that director Ar Murugadoss’s next would be a political drama with Rajinikanth in the lead titled Naarkkaali, the director himself took to Twitter to dispel them on Wednesday. “Naarkkaali” is not the title of my next project, pls stop spreading rumors (sic),” reads his tweet that was posted on January 16 from his official handle. Soon after Murugadoss completed Vijay’s Sarkar rumours on his next began circulating. The director, too, confirmed this news in an interview in which he was quoted saying, “I have already narrated the script to Thalaivar and has even got his nod. After his two films, Kaala and 2.0, hit the screens, my project will start.” “ Naarkkaali” is not the title of my next project , pls stop spreading rumors.
- 1/16/2019
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
ControversyAn Fir was reportedly registered on Monday, based on a November 8 complaint by a man named Devarajan who claimed that the film instigates violence.Tnm StaffFacebook: OfficialARMurugadossMonths after a row over the Tamil film Sarkar made headlines, the Chennai Central Crime Branch has booked filmmaker Ar Murugadoss over dialogues in the film that allegedly promote enmity towards the government. An Fir was reportedly registered on Monday, based on a November 8 complaint by a man named Devarajan who claimed that the film instigates violence. According to a report in The New Indian Express, an Fir has been registered under Sections 153A, 505 (1) (b) and 505 (1) (c). On November 9, the Madras High Court passed an interim order not to arrest Sarkar director Ar Murugadoss until November 27. His film, which was critical of political parties in the state, had rankled the ruling dispensation. Ar Murugadoss had sought anticipatory bail apprehending arrest by the Chennai police.
- 12/11/2018
- by Manasa
- The News Minute
Law'The state cannot tell what can and cannot be shown in his films:' Murugadoss's lawyer to Tnm.Priyanka ThirumurthyThe state government continues to up the heat on Director Muragadoss over his criticism of several government policies in his latest film Sarkar. Latest in this effort to prevent alternate discourse on its policies, was the state public prosecutor's stance in the Madras High Court that the director should be denied bail unless he gave an undertaking that he would no longer criticise policies of the government in his films. “When the case for anticipatory bail came up in court, the state public prosecutor said that my client, Murugadoss, must apologise unconditionally. In addition to this, the stated that he must give an undertaking promising that he will not criticise any government policies in his film in the future," reveals advocate Vivek Ratnam to Tnm. "I immediately pointed out that their public...
- 11/27/2018
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
PiracyThe film was officially released on Amazon Prime 10 days ago for audiences in the Us and UK.Digital NativePiracy website Tamil Rockers is becoming a massive threat to the Tamil film industry. The website has streamed several hit movies within hours of their release causing huge monetary loss to the producers. The website has leaked the full version of an upcoming independent film, Variyavan, a thriller written and directed by Karthik Gopal, before its official release in India. The film was officially streamed on Amazon Prime for audiences in the Us and UK. Speaking to Tnm, director Karthik Gopal said, “I am a software engineer and filmmaking is my passion. We are a team of friends who have done more than 7 short films which have been received well by the audience.” He added, “Our dream was to do a feature film and we started working towards it. As a first step,...
- 11/15/2018
- by Vidya
- The News Minute
OpinionThe controversy over 'Mersal' ensured that the film was in the news, and with 'Sarkar', the Aiadmk seems keen to make the film achieve national fame.Sowmya RajendranWhether the public believes actor Vijay will be a political force to reckon with or not, he seems to have already received acknowledgment from politicians in the state that he is a potential threat. If last Deepavali saw the Bjp frothing in the mouth about 'Joseph' Vijay and the dialogues in Mersal, this Deepavali, it is the Aiadmk which is upset with the actor's Sarkar. Clearly, no lessons have been learnt from last year's fiasco. Even though films like Nota and Tamizh Padam 2 have criticised the current state government directly, it is Sarkar which has riled up the Aiadmk. There are two reasons for this - one, it is produced by Sun Pictures, owned by Kalanithi Maran, the grand nephew of late Dmk leader Karunanidhi,...
- 11/9/2018
- by Sowmya
- The News Minute
ControversyDays after the Deepavali release of the Vijay-starrer, Ministers and cadre of the ruling Aiadmk party in the state took objection to the film. Tnm StaffFacebook: OfficialARMurugadossThe Madras High Court passed an interim order on Friday not to arrest Sarkar director Ar Murugadoss until November 27. In heightening tensions over the Vijay-starrer film that has rankled the ruling dispensation in the state, its director Ar Murugadoss had sought anticipatory bail from the Madras High Court. Apprehending arrest at the hands of the Chennai police in connection with alleged offences under Sections 124A and 505 of the Indian Penal Code, Murugadoss had said in his plea that as a filmmaker, he holds a social responsibility. "All the movies directed by him will portray an depiction of the same prevailing social scenario in the politics," (sic) his counsel pleaded. Stating that his right to address and highlight social views in films is a guaranteed...
- 11/9/2018
- by Manasa
- The News Minute
ControversyAIADMK Ministers have taken issue with the politically-loaded film directed by Ar Murugadoss. Tnm StaffA day after the release of actor Vijay's latest film Sarkar, the Information and Publicity Minister of Tamil Nadu as well as the Law Minister of Tamil Nadu have warned action against the screening of the film that is currently running to packed screens across theatres in the state. Speaking at a press conference on Wednesday, Minister Kadambur Raju said, "People will not accept these political motives" While rightly conceding that there was no relationship between the state government and the Central Board of Film Certification, Raju, however, said, "But still, it has come to our attention. We will also take this to the attention of the Chief Minister. If they(the makers) remove these scenes, then it is good. If not, we will think of the next course of action." Of Vijay, an actor who...
- 11/7/2018
- by Manasa
- The News Minute
SarkarInterestingly, the star’s next film is to be bankrolled by Ags Cinemas.Digital NativeActor Vijay’s much-awaited film Sarkar, directed by Ar Murugadoss, is getting ready for a big Deepavali release. Going by the hype and pre-release buzz, the film is set to open big across screens worldwide. The film is releasing amidst unprecedented hype. It is rumoured to release in around 3,000 screens worldwide. According to a report by Tamil daily Dinamalar, the Vijay-starrer Sarkar may not be screened in any of the Ags screens across the state. Sarkar is likely to be out in over 700 screens in Tamil Nadu alone. However, according to sources, the film may not be screened in the Ags Villivakkam, Maduravoyal screens. Enquiries revealed that the Kalpathi Aghoram’s Ags refused the Chengalpet rights of the film following which the distributors are now against screening the film in their theatres. However, Vijay seems to be unhappy over this development,...
- 11/3/2018
- by Manasa
- The News Minute
Kollywood'Everybody keeps saying politics is a dirty game, but people who aren’t fearful should come and wipe it clean,' she was quoted saying in an interview.Digital NativeDigital NativeActor Varalaxmi Sarathkumar who is awaiting the release of her next with actor Vijay has now revealed her plans to enter politics. In an interview to The New Indian Express, the actor said, “I have a voice and I'm not afraid to use it. I haven't decided on the party as yet, but I will definitely take the political plunge in the next 5-10 years. Everybody keeps saying politics is a dirty game, but people who aren’t fearful should come and wipe it clean. I appeal to our generation to play a proactive role in the development of our country." After playing a negative role in Sandakozhi 2, Varalaxmi Sarathkumar will be seen as a politician in Vijay’s Sarkar,...
- 10/31/2018
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
KollywoodEarlier, during an interview, Ar Murugadoos had revealed that Vijay's character in the film has been inspired by Google CEO Sundar Pichai.Tnm StaffYoutube ScreengrabThe official teaser of Vijay-ar Murugadoss’s upcoming film Sarkar, is out and we’re introduced to the “corporate monster”. The 1.5 minute teaser was released on Friday. We’re given to understand that Vijay’s character has come to the country to exercise his right to vote. However, he finds that someone else has cast his vote. Earlier, during an interview, Ar Murugadoss had revealed that Vijay's character in the film has been inspired by Google CEO Sundar Pichai. In fact, Vijay goes by the name 'Sundar' in the film. The actor's styling also looks very similar to the Google CEO. Speaking to Vikatan, Murugadoss said that the film is about a man from the corporate world entering politics. He also added that the team had...
- 10/19/2018
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
KollywoodThe news that Yogi will be playing the lead in Sam’s upcoming film spread like wildfire in industry circles.Tnm StaffPopular actor and comedian Yogi Babu has clarified on Tuesday that he will not be playing the hero in director Sam Anton’s upcoming film. The actor was addressing industry rumours that were making the rounds a few days ago. Director Sam Anton had recently announced that his next film, a hostage comedy, will star Yogi Babu in an important role. The news that Yogi will be playing the lead in Sam’s upcoming film spread like wildfire in industry circles. Yogi Babu on Tuesday, clarified in a video to news channels that the film’s story has two main characters, played by a dog and a foreigner. “I play a comedian only. My character travels throughout the story but the most important role is played by the dog and the foreigner only,...
- 9/11/2018
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
KollywoodThe film was expected to clash with Vijay's 'Sarkar', but it has now been pushed.Digital NativeAfter Thaana Serntha Kootam, Suriya will next be seen playing a leader in Selvaraghavan’s Ngk with its abbreviation rumoured to be 'Nanda Gopalan Kumaran'. For the last couple of months, the film was confirmed as a Deepavali release and was set to lock horns with Vijay’s Sarkar at the box-office. But now, the makers have made it official that the film will not be hitting the screens for Deepavali as per the original plan. In a press statement, the makers said: "We are working hard to achieve the best and deliver the same to you at the earliest. This may take a little longer than expected...than projected, so we will be bring it to you post Diwali. We will soon release the updated release plan. We seriously thank each...
- 8/30/2018
- by Sowmya
- The News Minute
ControversyA Pil had asked the actor, director and producers to pay Rs 10 crore each to the cancer treatment centre at the Government Royapettah Hospital.Tnm StaffWeeks after controversy broke out over a first look poster of actor Vijay’s upcoming film Sarkar, which showed the actor smoking, the Madras High Court on Monday issued notices to the stakeholders of the film. Actor Vijay, director Murugadoss, production house Sun Pictures along with the state and central governments have been directed to respond in two weeks’ time. The Court had taken up a Public Interest Litigation filed by advocate and tobacco control activist Cyril Alexander. The Pil asked that the actor, director and producers pay Rs 10 crore each to the cancer treatment centre at the Government Royapettah Hospital in Chennai. The debate started when former Union Health Minister and Pmk leader Anbumani Ramadoss took to Twitter to express his displeasure on the poster soon after the first-look of the movie was released. The poster shows the actor with a black cigarette between his lips and a burning lighter in hand. Anbumani had urged Vijay to quit smoking in movies in 2007 – a request that the actor had reportedly accepted. Tweeting a newspaper clipping of the incident, Anbumani wrote, “Shame on Actor Vijay for promoting Smoking in this first look of his next movie… You’ll look more stylish without that cigarette (sic).” On Friday, the Tamil Nadu Health Department had issued a notice to actor Vijay, director Murugadoss and production house Sun Pictures for violation of the Cigarettes and Other Tobacco Products Act, 2003. Following the notice, the poster was removed from the social media handles of Vijay, Murugadoss and Sun Pictures. The issue had also incensed Vijay fans who shot back at Anbumani asking why no objections were raised during the release of Mersal and Thuppaki which had the actor smoking in one of the posters. They accused Anbumani of raising objections only because Sarkar is being produced by Sun Pictures, which is owned by Kalanidhi Maran. Sarkar is actor Vijay’s 62nd movie and is produced by Sun Pictures and directed by Ar Murugadoss. Also read: Chennai footpaths damaged for banners: This time to welcome Bjp’s Amit Shah...
- 7/9/2018
- by Monalisa
- The News Minute
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