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Director turned Actor S.J Suryah who has hit films like Vaali and Kushi is working on his next film titled Isai. The director has been on the lookout for a suitable leading lady for this film and has auditioned more than a 100 wannabe actresses.Finally, the film maker is reported to have zeroed in on a Mumbai-based model.Now that the heroine for Isai has been finalized, the shooting should start rolling anytime soon.It may be mentioned...

Director A.R Murugadoss recently shot for a famous washing soap brand with actor Ganesh Venkatraman as the brand ambassador.Sources say that the director who was pleased with the actor’s performances in his earlier films ‘Unnai Pol Oruvan’ and ‘Abhiyum Naanum’ personally chose Ganesh to play the role of a young district collector in the ad film which revolves around the relationship between a son and a father. In the ad, Ganesh plays the...

Veena Malik, the Pakistani babe who has been getting attention from fans all over the world is excited on the way the song is appreciated and is very happy with the response.The song has Veena as the face of a political party. And during the election time, she has to perform and gather more votes for her political party.Besides wearing a hot costume for the sequence, Malik will also seen sporting a Nathani, which was added to her look ,“Nathani...

Dismissing any similarities with fictional spy agent James Bond, Bollywood actor-producer Saif Ali Khan says his character in Agent Vinod is totally desi.The much-awaited action-spy film, with Saif and his real life lady love Kareena Kapoor, is ready for release. And comparisons with the James Bond series are inevitable, says Saif."Any audience who comes to see the film will think that we have done an Indian James Bond. This is a very stupid...

It has made it to the headlines already that Jiiva and Trisha will pair up for a film to be directed by Ahamed.The latest addition to this untitled film is actress Tamannah Bhatia.The actress decided to concentrate in Tamil films after ruling the roost last year in Tollywood. She was looking for some good roles and decided to take up this project that was offered to her with a good scope of performance.With two leading ladies to pair up...

Reports say that Nayantara is looking for meaty roles and that she is ready to shed her inhibitions all over again in front of the camera.Nayantara is looking for good roles for a come back to the film industry in pursuit of her acting career and to retain her fans and the number one spot that she left behind to settle for marital bliss with Prabhu Deva, said the source.The actress is said to have signed up a film with Nagarjuna in the...

There was rumor doing the rounds that Richa would be doing an item number in Prabhu Deva's Hindi remake of Siruthai titled 'Rowdy Rathore' with Akshay Kumar and Sonakshi Sinha in the lead.Richa was quick to deny the rumor and used the opportunity to stress that she is in the industry to do meaningful roles and item numbers are out of the question for her.Richa added that she has no idea where the gossip came from as she does not know anyone...

Trisha seems to be adopting the slow and steady approach in accepting projects.After Samaran, for which she is currently shooting with Vishal in Bangkok, Trisha has signed up for a new project with Jiiva in the lead, to be directed by director Ahmed, whose earlier credentials include Vaamanan."I'm cast opposite Jiiva for the first time so that should be fun," said Trisha about the new movie adding that she was impressed with the script...

What more could an actor expect than getting a pat on the back from none other than the legendary Kamal Hassan?Ulaga Nayagan who was at the Four Frame Preview theatre to watch the film Nanban on Saturday was all praises for Vijay.Vijay accompanied Kamal for the screening of Nanban.The film is one of the best things that has happened to Vijay in terms of collection and appreciation, it is stated by industry pundi...

Divya Spandana we hear is the number one contender for a coveted role in Vada Chennai to be directed by Vetri Maaran and starring STR.Divya Spandana who made her debut in Tamil opposite STR in Kuthu is also known as Ramya and has worked with Vetri Maaran in his first film Polladavan.When the role was narrated to Divya, she was very excited as she loves the national award winning director's style of film making.The actress is the reigning...

Elred Kumar's Muppozhudum Un Karpanaigal starring Atharva and Amala Paul will be released on February 17th.The audio release was held on December 18th and the music by GV Prakash has been well received. The Oru Murai track rendered by GV Prakash, Blaaze and Andrea and the Sokkupodi number by Baba Sehgal and Shruti Haasan are becoming quite popular.Zaved seen in Hollywood movies like HAngover 2 will be playing the villain.With major chunks...

With her Poda Podi taking forever for completion, Varalakshmi Sarathkumar seems to have realised that it's not prudent to pin her hopes on that movie if she wants to make a career in films.If speculations are to be believed, Varalakshmi has recently completed a photo shoot with Naga Chaitanya for a Telugu movie titled Gauravam.Gauravam is a bilingual and will be directed by Radha Mohan of Abhiyum Naanum fame.The movie will be produced by...

Director Siva of Siruthai fame is on cloud nine about his next project with Ajith and is gearing up for the ground work of the movie.Siva has recently narrated the story to Ajith and has expressed his consent to work on the project giving rather more reason for Siva to be kicked about his upcoming venture.So what is the story?Although Siva is tight-lipped about it at the moment, he insisted that the movie will be stylish like Hollywood...

Maatraan’s release date has been put off to June.K.V Anand's 'Maatraan' starring Suriya and Kajal Aggarwal is a highly expected octane thriller that was touted to be a Tamil New Year’s release but the release date is now reported to have been pushed to June with the delay in the commencement of the film's post-production work.Maatraan been shot extensively in the Balkan regions in countries like Russia, Croatia, Serbia, Albania and Macedonia...

Ajith Kumar's Billa II is now considered one of the biggest films of the year and this was proved when the overseas rights of the film was purchased for a million dollars by GK Media, a Tamil film distribution company that operates out of the United States of America.With this staggering feat, Ajith joins the likes of Rajinikanth, Kamal Haasan, Vijay and Suriya whose films have hitherto been sold overseas for the same amou...

Trisha is flying down to Bangkok to join the Samaran unit of Actor Vishal and director Thiru along with other cast and crew of the film.The crew has been camping in Bangkok for the past one month shooting some important scenes and now Trisha will be joining them. The actress is thrilled to share the screen space with Vishal for the first time and her role in Samaran is said to be very meaty.Samaran is an upcoming action film directed by...

Actor Vinu Chakravarthy, who had said that Vidya Balan’s 'The Dirty Picture' was a distorted version of Silk Smitha’s life and announced of his plans to make a film on Silk Smitha as a bio-pic to let the world know about the late sexy siren. Vinu Chakravarthy is reported to have said that several real facts have been twisted to commercialize the film and the true essence of Silk Smitha’s life and what she underwent really was not shown...

“Hosanna is a prayer in the Bible and used by both Jews and Christians, referring to God or Jesus Christ, with strong reverential and religious connotations. So to make a song and dance out of it where a guy is professing his love to the girl by using this term is utterly unacceptable,” said Joseph Dias, General Secretary of the Christian Secular Forum.Gautham Menon’s Hindi version of Vinnai Thaandi Varuvaya, Ek Deewana Tha features a song...

Director Shankar, After having wrapped up Nanban in a record time is heartened with the positive reviews that the film has been getting.Shankar is already looking forward to his next project for which the script has been readied.We hear that Shankar's next is to be produced by AGS Entertainment.Shankar is to consider having Vikram as the lead for his next film as the character of the script suits Chiyaan Vikram.Vikram and Shankar has teamed...

Gowtham Menon's Vettaiyadu Vilayadu that starred Kamal Haasan and Jyothika in the lead is being remade in Hindi. The director is considering either Shahrukh or Salman Khan to play the lead in the remake.Gautham is currently busy directing Nee Thaane En Pon Vasantham with Jiiva and Samantha in the lead and has Yohan – Adhyayam Ondru with Vijay in his kitty.The director is also on the verge of releasing Ek Deewana Tha, the Hindi version of...

At the Vettai press meet, director Lingusamy said that he is satisfied with the way the film has shaped up and is waiting for the audiences’ reaction.When asked Lingusamy, if he was planning to remake the film in Hindi, Lingusamy said that he intends to remake 'Vettai' with Salman Khan reprising Madhavan’s role and Ranbir Kapoor in Arya’s character.Vettai has Arya, Madhavan, Sameera Reddy, Amala Paul and others in the star cast. Yuvan Shankar...

Hansika has amassed a huge fan following in Tamil Nadu following her successful foray into the industry with films like Maapillai, Engeyum Kadhal and Velayudham.Hansika was recently petitioned by fans on starting fan clubs across the length and breadth of the state. She has requested some time to think about it before letting her decision be known.Hansika though flattered with this, feels that it is a big responsibility. She is talking...

Asin is making heads turn wherever she goes these days.The Diva looks chic after shedding some weight and sports some of the best outfits designed by the leading designers in the country. Asin is in for the all-new look and her makeover is the talk of the tinsel town, these days.The pretty actress has two Bollywood films on hands - Bol Bachchan and Housefull 2 – which are to release later this year and with her new look she is likely to...

Pooja Gandhi's bare back scene in the upcoming Kannada movie 'Dandupalya' has become a talk of the town. Not only in the Sandalwood, her bold act has drawn attention from other film industries too. However, the actress is not worried about criticism and claims that she feels no harm in going nude.“I have done a bareback scene in Dandupalya. Haven’t Rekha, Shabana Azmi, Smitha Patil and Vidya Balan done this before? Then, why people are...

Every actor craves for good scripts and roles and 'Band Baaja Baaraat' sensation Anushka Sharma has no qualms in accepting her craving for it. But seems like her deeply-rooted faith revolves around Yashraj banner only.Getting used to big hits and big roles at an initial stage of her career, Anushka gets miffed for being labelled for her association with Yashraj Banner."I don't work for production houses. I only work for good scripts and...

Dhanush and director Selvaraghavan are basking in glory over the success of Mayakkam Enna and its successful run at the theatres for 50 days and still counting. Busy with 3, directed by his wife Aishwarya, at the moment, the national award winner says that he will be doing one more film with his brother and director Selvaraghavan this year.Dhanush also promised a super-duper script from his brother. Selva and Dhanush have churned out several...

Actress Sanjana of ‘Bujjigadu’ fame is the busiest heroine in the South. She is currently doing 5 films – ‘Ko Ko’ releasing on January 13th, ‘Narasimha’, in which she is paired with the top hero Ravichandran is all set to release on February 3rd, ‘Ondu Kshanadalli’ opposite Tarun Chandra is also getting ready for release in February and the other two ‘Sagar’ and ‘Rebel’ are in shooting stages.Apart from these Kannada movies, Sanjana is...

Amala Paul is very excited these days awaiting her big releases and there are reports about the actress foraying into Bollywood.While reports about the actor's Bollywood debut is a buzz in the industry, Amala Paul is awaiting the release of three biggies that includes Vettai, Muppozhuthum Un Karpanaigal and Kadhalil Sodhapuvadhu Yeppadi."Bollywood dreams? Who wouldn’t love to act with Hrithik and Aamir? But, I don’t look at Bollywood as...

National-award winning director Vettrimaran has big plans up his sleeves.The director is now joining the list of filmmakers venturing into production with his maiden production venture to be directed by one of his associates."Siddharth is playing the lead role in this film. Durai Senthil Kumar is directing the movie. He was working as an assistant director to Balu Mahendra sir and has worked with me in both my films. It’s the kind of story...

It may come as a good news for all Rajnikanth fans that the actor had declared himself to be fit, fine and ready being all set to start his shot for Kochadaiyaan later next month.The Superstar along with his spouse had recently attended a stage play by Y Gee Mahendra in Chennai. Rajinikanth had thoroughly enjoyed the show and heaped laurels on actor Y Gee Mahendra. After the play, Rajinikanth said "Thanks to the prayers of all my fans and...

Reacting to rumors about Dhanush and Shruti Haasan dating, Aishwarya Dhanush has said in a social networking site that it is just baseless rumor. The director of 3 and daughter of Rajinikanth, says that she and Dhanush are perfectly fine as a couple and Shruti Haasan is a good friend. Aishwarya wondered where such news surfaced from and puts them down as ridiculous rumors. 3’s dubbing process has been completed and its music director Anirudh...

Podaa Podi is an upcoming Tamil romantic-comedy film written and directed by debutant Vignesh Shivan, featuring Silambarasan, Shobana and Varalaxmi Sarathkumar in the lead roles.Podaa Podi is touted to be the first of its kind in Tamil Cinema based on a realtiy dance show and word is out that the Podaa Podi team is now looking out for International celebrities like Jennifer Lopez, Angelina Jolie, Brad Pitt, Megan Fox and Shakira to appear...

We will get to see pretty actress Padma Priya back in a Tamil film soon.Yes, the buzz is that the actress has been roped in by Ram, who directed Kattradhu Tamizh with Jiiva in the lead, for his upcoming project Thangameengal to be produced by Gautham Vasudev Menon.The actress who is now busy with Malayalam films has agreed to be cast in this film for an important role. The movie has Ram playing the protagoni...

Mahesh Babu’s The Businessman is all set for Pongal release and the distribution and remake rights have been bought by Gnanavel Raja of Studio Green.The film is directed by Puri Jagannath and it has Kajal Agarwal playing the lead lady.It may be noted that Studio Green is the production house owned by a close relative of actors Suriya and Karthi and with the remake rights in place we can see either of them to star in remake of The Busin...

Asin has decided to give television a try, say sources. The actress will reportedly appear in a television show titled Superstar Santa. The program is to be telecast on UTV. The actress has a couple of Hindi projects on hands for now and hopes television will open new avenues for her.Asin, however, has made it clear that she is not hosting the show as stated by the media. The actress pointed out that she will be appearing in one of the...

Having no formal training in acting is an advantage, says Amy Jackson.Amy Jackson, the UK-based actress who made her debut in AL Vijay’s Madarasapattinam is one of most sought after stars in the Indian cinema today.Amy's first Bollywood film, Ek Deewana Tha, directed by Gautham Menon is all set for a release soon and she now has the Vikram starrer Thandavam in her kitty.Amy Jackson says that she wants her performance to be natural and attributes...

In an exciting development, Soundarya Ashwin has said that they have offered Katrina Kaif the female lead in Kochadaiyaan.Katrina is one of the reigning Queens in Bollywood and she is also considered a lucky mascot. Her sizzling performances in Sheila Ki Jawani and the recent Chikni Chameli from Agneepath have cemented her reputation for pure star power.Katrina is thrilled with the opportunity to work with Rajnikanth. However, she is very...

Namitha had a meaty role in the Ajith starrer Billa, though Nayanthara was the main female lead.Wishing Billa II team all success, Namitha said that she wanted to be a part of the film but unfortunately it did not happen.Billa II was initially to be directed by Vishnuvardhan but the project fell on the hands of Chakri Toleti who is now directing the film with Parvathy Omanakuttan and Bruna Abdullah playing Ajith’s lead pairs in this film.Billa...

Nanban is all set to be released on January 12th, and there has been a sudden outbreak of news alleging that Sun Pictures have snatched up the rights to Nanban. However, there has been debate about whether Sun Pictures has bagged the distribution and theatrical rights or merely the satellite rights if any.What makes it interesting is that prior tussles have been reported between Vijay and the family that controls Sun Pictures owing to different...