Whats ‘Fishy’ in Kollywood?

The latest trend in Kollywood seems to be ‘Fishing’. Yes, the current flavor of the season is fishermen stories in K-town.

Tamil films which are currently being shot are based on the life of fishermen and the lead protagonist plays a fishermen.

Topping this list is Maniratnam’s Kadal, which stars Karthik’s son Gautham and Radha’s daughter Thulasi, who make their debut with this movie. The film which is being shot in the seashore areas of Kerala & Tamilnadu, has its plot to be about fishermen.

Same is the case of Neerparavai, directed by National Award winning director Seenuramasamy with Vishnu and Sunaina in the leads. Vishnu plays a fishermen and the film is said to be about how society turns a loser in life in to a human.

Next on line which again has the plot that deals with the life of fishermen is Bharat Bala’s Mariyaan, which sees Dhanush playing the role of a fishermen. The film will see Dhanush playing a guy from a fishing village who goes abroad seeking better fortune. The film was shot Neeradi village in Kanyakumari, where Dhanush was seen sporting a big mustache.

Interestingly, both Mariyaan and Kadal has AR Rahman’s music.

Director Bejoy Nambiar’s bilingual David also seems to have a similar plot. The film is said to be a gangster comedy, which revolves around three characters who are all named David. The film which has an ensemble of cast, which is made in Tamil & Hindi and will also be released in Telugu (dubbed version) has Vikram playing the role of a fisherman named David.

The film’s cast include Neil Nitin Mukesh, Jeeva, Vinay, Lara Dutta, Isha Sharvani, Tabu, Nasser and John Vijay. While Neil & Vinay would play David in Hindi versions, the Tamil version would replace Neil with Jiiva as David.

Thaandavam US Rights Sold

The distribution rights of Thaandavam in the US have been bagged by Prime Media, a event management and entertainment company. Thaandavam is gearing up for release on September 28th and the promos have already created a huge expectation among the movie buffs. In order to capture the attention of the audiences in the US, the filmmakers are planning to include English subtitles as well.

Thaandavam is a magnum opus from UTV Motion Pictures. Directed by AL Vijay, this film stars Vikram, Anuska, Amy Jackson, Nasser, Lakshmi Rai, Jagapati Babu, Daniel Kish and others. GV Prakash has scored the music and songs have turned out to be chartbusters.

Thuppaki - the Wait Prolongs

This was supposed to be the judgment day for Thuppaki but unfortunately it is not! Yes, reports come in that the case has been adjourned yet again. Now, movie buffs and Vijay fans will have to wait until October 3rd to know the fate of this film.

The Thuppaki title issue is in court waiting for a judgment as the makers of Kalla Thuppaki are opposing the usage of this title since it is very similar to theirs.

Vijay fans have been waiting with bated breath for the court to vacate the stay on the title so that the audio release and promos can begin. However, the case is dragging on for various reasons and now it has been adjourned to October 3rd.

Actor Ajith's next to start from December

'Mass emotional entertainer'. This is how director Shiva (of 'Siruthai' fame) describes his next film with Ajith. "The project will hit the floors in December," he says.

To be produced by Vijaya Productions, on the centenary year of its founder B Nagi Reddy, the film has already raised enough expectations. "I am currently giving finishing touches to the script," Shiva says.

He also informs that attempts are on to have Anushka Shetty on board. A popular director in Telugu with some hit movies to his credit, Shiva hopes he could pull it off with this flick.

"I know expectations are sky high since it is an Ajith starrer. I am hopeful of meeting them as I rely strongly on two things- Ajith and the script," he adds.

Eega/Naan Ee as Makkhi

Blockbuster film Eega in Telugu and Naan Ee in Tamil has been titled Makkhi. Director SS Rajamouli had said that the Hindi dubbed version of this film would hit the screens soon and now we have news that the film has been titled Makkhi.

There were rumors that Rajamouli would remake the film in Hindi but he had denied it outright stating that remakes are not his cup of tea. As planned, the dubbed version is now getting to hit the silver screens, say sources.

Maakhi stars Nani and Samantha in the lead roles with Sudeep playing the central character as the villain. With the film turning out to be a smash hit in Tamil and Telugu, it is expected to rake in collections in Bollywood as well.

Actress Aishwarya flies with Aaradhya to Chicago

Papa Abhishek Bachchan is missing his family many miles away from home in Chicago and his wife Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and daughter Aaradhya took the Tuesday early morning flight to Chicago to join Abhishek Bachchan who is shooting in Chicago for Yash Raj’s ‘Dhoom 3’.
Aishwarya and Aaradhya has been caught at Mumbai International airport boarding New York flight around 2:30 am on Tuesday. Media and cameraperson jammed at the airport but Ash handled her daughter smartly so that her face may not get clicked. But paparazzi caught the looks of Aaradhya on camera and she looked little discomfort as it was early morning and very crowded.
Early this month, Amitabh Bachchan paid a short visit to his son in Chicago. Abhishek who will be in Chicago for the entire moth of October was missing his family and hence he called up Ash and Aaradhya.
Well, Aaradhya will not only get to play with her father but she will be getting another playmate in Chicago who is almost of her age. He is Aamir Khan and Kiran’s son Azad.
So, it’s family time for both Aamir and Kiran.

Actress Nithya Menon targets Sneha’s place!

Malayalam film actress Nithya Menon made her entry in Tamil cinema through the film Veppam. After this, she has become busy in Malayalam films.

She is currently acting in a film titled JK Ennum Nanbanin Vaazhkai. Shravanand who had acted in the film Engeyum Eppodhum is donning the lead role in this film. Nithya Menon is donning the role like Sneha donned in Autograph.

    She while speaking about this said, ” I am donning a different kind of role like Sneha donned in the film Autograph. I am acting in this film keeping Sneha as my role model in my mind.

I will act in her style. Since she has been married, I will get the place which has left through this film. On the whole I will be the next Sneha of the Tamil film industry.”

nithya menon spicy image Nithya Menon targets Snehas place!

Acotr Suriya's 7aum Arivu in the Oscar Race?

The Film Federation of India has selected two Tamil films – the Suriya starrer 7aum Arivu and the Balaji Shakthivel directed Vazhakku Enn 18/9 – compete for the prestigious Oscar Awards in the regional languages film section.

Several other Indian language films have also been listed out by the Film Federation of India out which one film will be sent to compete for the Oscar Award under the regional languages film category.

7aum Arivu is a magnum opus starring Suriya and Shruti Haasan in the lead roles. The film was directed by AR Murugadoss and produced by Udhayanidhi Stalin’s Red Giant Movies.

Vazhakku Enn 18/9 is directed by Balaji Sakthivel and produced by N Lingusamy’s Tirupati Brothers with newbies playing the lead roles.

Actor Vikram's new lengthy hairstyle for 'I'

It was Vikram's hairstyle which was the main point of focus during the recent press meet of Thandavam. Chiyan Vikram is done with a new hairstyle for his next movie with Shankar. The movie is 'I' and Vikram was noticed with a lengthy hair style for this film.

Having a lengthy hairstyle might seem to be a very conservative one. However, this lengthy and loosely worn style best suits his oval face.

This new style is going to be for the romantic-thriller 'I' which is produced by Aasar Ravichandran. Madarasa patnam heroine, Amy Jackson is again going to rock in Tamil cinema in this movie. PC sriram's camera and AR Rahman's music are promising to give out a stunning film. It is an icing on the cake to know that few Hollywood technicians are also working on this movie.

Music director A.R.Rahman's 'super songs' for Dhanush

A R Rahman has come out with some stunning songs for 'Mariyaan', and the film's protagonist, the National Award winning Dhanush, is all smiles about it.

"Mariyaan final schedule will resume from October. Rahman sir has given us brilliant songs and I am in love with them," Dhanush wrote on his microblogging page.

Directed by Bharat Bala, who had worked with Rahman for the popular 'Vandemataram' album in 1997, 'Mariyaan' has 'Poo' fame Parvathy Menon as the heroine.

Besides Dhanush, the film has one more National Award winning actor in its cast, and he is Appukutty of 'Azhagarsamiyin Kudhirai' fame. Apart from 'Mariyaan', Dhanush is shooting for his Hindi film 'Raanjhana'.

Actor Sathyaraj as Deepika Padukone's Dad!!

"Chennai Express" is Shahrukh Khan's upcoming production. This movie is going to be directed by Rohit Shetty, the one who became popular with his entire "Golmaal" series. The complete story is going to be about a train journey from Mumbai to Rameswaram.

Following to the versatile acting in Shankar's "Nanban", Sathyaraj has grabbed this opportunity to work under Shahrukh Khan's production. This "Virus" will be the father of Deepika Padukone in the movie.

It Is Not the Judgment Day for Thuppaki

When every Vijay fan was waiting eagerly for the court’s verdict on the title of his upcoming flick Thuppaki, they are in for a disappointment as the case has been adjourned for September 21st. The makers of Kalla Thuppaki and Thuppaki are fighting it out in the court for the title of their respective films.

Ravi Devan, the director of Kalla Thuppaki, has alleged that the title Thuppaki is very similar to his title and hence sought a stay against the filmmakers using the title. It was expected that the judgment on this issue would be delivered today but with the magistrate adjourning the case, Vijay fans are disappointed as their wait continues.

Actress Rani Mukherjee's Aiyya takes an inspiration Kamal Hassan songs

Successful South songs have often attracted Bollywood filmmakers and made them take inspiration from it. Be it movies or tracks, the Hindi film industry never loses out an opportunity to take the essence to cater the large audience. Now, a popular track of Kamal Hassan has inspired Rani Mukherjee's upcoming Aiyya.

Actor Surya’s Maattrraan plot leaked on net?

We have often witnessed trailers or songs getting leaked on internet. Most of the times, the production house workers of the respective films indulge in these kind of acts for the reasons best known to them. Now, Maattrraan, which is gearing

Actress Nayanthara Shake legs with Surya Singam 2

Kollywood sources say that the director of Singam 2 is approaching Nayanthara to perform an item dance with Surya.

Actor Dhanush Updates on Mariyaan and Raanjhnaa

Dhanush has updated on two of this important projects - Mariyaan and Raanjhana. The star said that while the last schedule of Mariyaan will start from October onwards, they are 15 percent through with Raanjhnaa.

Currently in Kasi to shoot for Raanjhnaa, Dhanush said that working with director Anand L Rai is a wonderful experience and also lauded the director for being a wonderful human being.

Interestingly, Raanjhnaa will be this National Award winning star’s first Bollywood flick and he is excited about it. Bollywood actress Sonam Kapoor plays the female lead in this film.

Actress Sneha loves Kalamkari!

We hear that actress Sneha is a huge fan of kalamkari prints, and would love to buy salwars and kurtis in the hand-painted or block-printed pattern.

She was heard saying, “Kalamkari is a very old, traditional and ethnic form of fabric painting, and I just love its rich look. If given a chance, I’d fill up my wardrobe with kalamkari works.”

Even if she can pull off the western look well, it’s known that Sneha prefers the traditional way of dressing. No wonder she likes kalamkari then!

Director Shankar to take I to Bollywood?

The latest buzz in the industry is that, director Shankar is all set to remake his ‘I’ in Hindi soon. It’s being said that he has approached Tollywood superstar Mahesh to play the lead in it.

A source in the know says, “Most of Shankar’s earlier films have been remade in Hindi, or dubbed in the language. Now, Shankar is planning to remake I in Hindi. He first approached Hrithik Roshan, but things didn’t work out. He then met Mahesh Babu in Chennai to discuss the possibility.”

However, a close associate of Shankar rubbishes these reports, saying, “Shankar has no such plans as of now. He has finished a schedule of this Vikram-starrer in Chennai. We are waiting for the visa formalities to come through, and will head to China soon.”

Actor Nagarjuna Impresses Chiru With Shridi Sai

Actor-turned-politician Chiranjeevi is thoroughly impressed with the Nagarjuna starrer Shridi Sai. A special private screening of the film was arranged for Chiru and the mega star just couldn’t stop showering praises on Nagarjuna. Director K Raghavendra Rao has come out with a great script and concept that enamored Chiru to the core, say sources.

The star also had a special word of praise for producer Mahesh Reddy and musician MM Keeravani. It may be mentioned here that Nagarjuna had acted in historical films like Annamayya, Sri Ramadasu before and Shridi Sai joins the list

Neethaane En Ponvasantham music hit, sold one lakh copies

The soundtrack of upcoming Tamil movie Neethaane En Ponvasantham "(NEP) is selling like hot cakes with 100,000 copies sold since its release on September 1.

Neethaane En Ponvasantham "Physical (hard copies) has crossed one lakh with fantastic pre-booking. Neethaane En Ponvasantham "(NEP) also had a ticketed launch concert where we bundled concert tickets along with CDs and sold close to 7,000 copies within a span of 48 hours," Ashok Parwani, head south, Sony music entertainment told IANS in an e-mail interaction.

Composed by maestro Illayaraja, Neethaane En Ponvasantham is a perfect blend of melody and trance. The album consists of eight tracks, which are sung by singers like Yuvan Shankar Raja, Ramya, Karthik and Sunidhi Chauhan, among others.

Directed by Gautham Menon, Neethaane En Ponvasantham is a romantic film starring actors Jiiva and Nani. It will be released in Tamil and Telugu. However, the release date has not been decided yet.