RGV’s film shot during lockdown does not surprise Mani Ratnam

``Ram Gopal Varma is capable of doing this. I am not surprised that he has done this.'' That was ace filmmaker Mani Ratnam's reaction with a smile when asked about RGV's movie `Corona Virus' that was shot entirely during the lockdown period. The trailer of the movie is out on YouTube now.  Ratnam was the … Continue reading RGV’s film shot during lockdown does not surprise Mani Ratnam

Arvind Swami nails the MGR look

The makers of Thalaivi got flak for the first look of Kangana Ranaut in the title role of Jayalalithaa as it was deemed to be too plastic. But they have recovered magnificently with the first look of MG Ramachandran. Senior actor Arvind Swami plays MGR and with his clean-shaven look and hairstyle, has nailed it. … Continue reading Arvind Swami nails the MGR look

Saravanan of Saravana Stores, will come to a theatre near you

That he would soon make his movie debut was a given. Saravanan of Saravana Stores has been a well-known figures on the small screen with his penchant to act himself with leading heroines from Kollywood. His firm also sponsored many award functions ensuring his face was prominently displayed on the publicity material.  Saravanan has finally … Continue reading Saravanan of Saravana Stores, will come to a theatre near you

One word for Rajinikanth’s Chumma Kizhi : It is a RIOT

For years, it was a tradition that only SP Balasubramanhyam would sing for Rajinikanth. It later became restricted to the introduction song. With `Darbar', the Rajini-SPB combo is back, courtesy music composer Anirudh. And the song track is a riot.  Though reminiscent of the lilt of `Balleilekka' from `Sivaji', the chorus led by Anirudh add … Continue reading One word for Rajinikanth’s Chumma Kizhi : It is a RIOT

How RGV discovered his Naidu and why he wants to tell Sasikala’s story

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kq2GEAdekLo&t=16s From a small restaurant in Nasik in Maharashtra where he worked as a waiter to playing `Chandrababu Naidu' on the big screen, Dhananjay Prabhune has come a long way. Discovered by Ram Gopal Varma through Twitter, Prabhune who is much shorter than the real Naidu, got to play a role resembling the former Andhra … Continue reading How RGV discovered his Naidu and why he wants to tell Sasikala’s story

The 80s come alive at Chiranjeevi’s home

It is a ritual followed religiously by actors who made it big and ruled the roost in the 1980s. Called the groups of the stars of the 80s, this time they got together at Telugu Megastar Chiranjeevi's home in Hyderabad. Stars from the south film industry as well as Mumbai made it a point to … Continue reading The 80s come alive at Chiranjeevi’s home

Does Kangana look like Jayalalithaa?

Is it Amma? Or is it an animation image of Amma?  In a nutshell, Kangana Ranaut looks anything but Jayalalithaa in the first look that was unveiled on Saturday. The National award winning actor is playing the former Tamil Nadu chief minister in a biopic titled `Thalaivi' and has make-up artists from Hollywood to help … Continue reading Does Kangana look like Jayalalithaa?

Exclusive : Director for Asuran’s Telugu remake finalised

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SE-Kst7QLi0&t=3s Suresh Productions that has bagged the rights to remake Dhanush's `Asuran' in Telugu. Playing the lead role will be Venkatesh. But though Venkatesh over the years has been more well-known for his family dramas with a comic touch, his brother and senior producer Suresh Babu does not feel he will be a misfit in … Continue reading Exclusive : Director for Asuran’s Telugu remake finalised

To remake `Asuran’ in Telugu will be a tough ask

`Asuran' starring Dhanush and Manju Warrier has clearly emerged as one of the best films this year. It is gritty, raw and very layered while dealing with the sensitive subject of caste violence. Director Vetrimaaran has wielded the megaphone with aplomb, keeping the audience glued to their seat, allowing them to cry and cringe in … Continue reading To remake `Asuran’ in Telugu will be a tough ask

Rajinikanth unveiled in Darbar. He is Swag, Style and Superstar

What's new, you could well ask seeing the motion poster of Darbar starring Rajinikanth as cop Aaditya Arunasalam. Nothing. But then to see Rajini yet again, all style is what the Superstar fans wait for. This sequence shows him fighting and vanquishing the villains and finally grinning from ear to ear, seated on a chair. … Continue reading Rajinikanth unveiled in Darbar. He is Swag, Style and Superstar

Kamal, Mohanlal and Salman will be in Rajinikanth’s Darbar

Three superstars - Kamal Haasan, Mohanlal and Salman Khan - have an appointment in the Darbar at 530 pm on 7 November. During which they will unveil the motion poster of Superstar Rajinikanth's next `Darbar' in four different languages. While Kamal, who incidentally will turn 65 on Thursday, will unveil the Tamil and Telugu posters, … Continue reading Kamal, Mohanlal and Salman will be in Rajinikanth’s Darbar

Watch 1945 in 2020

On Saturday, K Productions announced on Twitter that it will unveil the first look of 1945 on Diwali evening. Lead actor Rana Daggubati took to the microblogging site accusing the producers of defaulting on monies and completion.  ``This is an unfinished film the producer,'' he wrote adding ``Haven't met them for over a year. This … Continue reading Watch 1945 in 2020

Gold Class : When Kamal Haasan went back to Dasavatharam

When it comes to sheer love for his craft and the brilliance he radiates, there are few who can match up to Kamal Haasan. The actor-turned-politician took a deep dive into his ten roles in Dasavatharam at a Cinema Vikatan event, speaking a line or two of each of the ten characters. The voice modulation … Continue reading Gold Class : When Kamal Haasan went back to Dasavatharam

Kamal 90, Kajal 85?

Kajal Aggarwal has landed a plum role in Indian 2, the sequel to Kamal Haasan's Indian. And what we hear is that she is slated to play the role of Senapathy's wife in the movie. She is reported to have undergone martial arts training to prepare for the role. Also read : Kamal goes to jail … Continue reading Kamal 90, Kajal 85?