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Isha Talwar talks about 'Gunde Jaari Gallanthayyindhe'

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 10:33:59 +0530

'Gunde Jaari Gallanthayyinde' starring Nitin, Nitya Menon, and Isha Talwar in lead roles has been recently released and proved to be a commercial hit.

My next movie is 'Flop': Tamil director Amudhan

Wed, 13 Mar 2013 12:50:18 +0530

The movie has also some elements which have never been tried in Tamil Cinema and we are trying to conceal it at least till the first day first show of the release.

Indian film industry is male dominated: Varalaxmi

Mon, 11 Feb 2013 05:01:54 +0530

While she donned a serious role for her first film, Varalaxmi says 'Madha Gaja Raja' is going to be a romantic comedy.

Future belongs to the generation next: Telugu producer Bellam Konda

Sun, 03 Feb 2013 07:22:32 +0530

The producer introduced director Santosh Srinivas who has given the blockbuster Telugu action romantic 'Kandireega'.

Translated real life friendship for 'Settai': R Kannan

Thu, 31 Jan 2013 04:11:03 +0530

Tamil remake of Aamir's 'Delly Belly', 'Settai' will feature actors Arya, Santhanam and Premgi Amaren in key roles.

I'm an actor for the masses, says actor Srinivasan

Sat, 19 Jan 2013 12:55:03 +0530

The actor is paired opposite Santhanam and Shiva in upcoming Tamil comedy 'Ya Ya'.

Kamal Haasan: All actors have become businessmen

Tue, 08 Jan 2013 04:12:50 +0530

He has a filmography of 150 and enjoys superstar status but actor-filmmaker Kamal Haasan says he is a dissatisfied man.

Tamil star Aishwarya to feature in 'Pattatthu Yaanai'

Sun, 06 Jan 2013 04:45:10 +0530

Tamil actor Aishwarya Arjun says it was not her conscious decision to enter films.

'David and Goliath' won't be sbmitted before censors

Sun, 06 Jan 2013 03:05:45 +0530

The Malayalam movie is directed by Rajeev Nath and has actor Jayasuriya in a key role.

Isha Sharvani is a highly committed actor: Vikram

Fri, 04 Jan 2013 04:24:54 +0530

Directed by Bejoy Nambiar the action thriller will have the actress in a very different avatar.

300 different versions of me in 'One', says Rajkumar

Sat, 15 Dec 2012 01:15:48 +0530

Rajkumar, who has written and directed his English drama 'One', has also handled all other departments of the film.

Podaa Podi: Regressive Tamil film or stark reality?

Fri, 14 Dec 2012 12:51:23 +0530

Is Tamil film 'Podaa Poda' the most regressive film we have seen in recent times or a real picture of our society?

David: First look of Bejoy Nambiar's film is out

Thu, 13 Dec 2012 05:48:14 +0530

It stars southern actor Vikram, Lara Dutta, Neil Nitin Mukesh, Tabu, Isha Sharvani and Jiiva in pivotal roles.

'NEP' happened due to theatre: Vidyullekha

Thu, 13 Dec 2012 04:43:22 +0530

Vidyullekha Raman is making her acting debut in Tamil-Telugu bilingual romantic-drama 'Neethaane En Ponvasantham'.

I take criticism as I take praise: 'Poda Podi' director

Tue, 11 Dec 2012 12:37:43 +0530

Tamil film director Vignesh Shivan joined IBNLive readers for an interaction on his latest movie 'Poda Podi'.

Vishwaroopam: Spend Rs 1000 to watch it on DTH

Mon, 10 Dec 2012 11:23:22 +0530

Kamal Haasan came out with a detailed statement, justifying his decision to air 'Vishwaroopam' on DTH platform.

Bala carries a hypnotising aura: Vedhika C Kumar

Thu, 06 Dec 2012 01:22:07 +0530

Vedhika plays a Tamil village girl in Bala's 'Paradesi', which is about the suffering of tea plantation workers.

Sneha: 'Haridas' is not my comeback film

Wed, 28 Nov 2012 05:51:59 +0530

Tamil actress Sneha feels her role in the upcoming Tamil drama 'Haridas' must not be tagged as her comeback.

Priya Anand spill the beans about her man

Fri, 23 Nov 2012 12:55:55 +0530

Priya Anand is currently busy with her second Bollywood venture 'Rangrezz', which is directed by Priyadarshan.

Aishwarya not prepared to work with father Rajinikanth

Fri, 23 Nov 2012 11:59:42 +0530

Aishwarya Dhanush, who made her directorial debut with Tamil movie '3' this year, says her one-film experience is not enough to work with her superstar father Rajinikanth.

Tamil film 'Pramukar': Is about effects of politics

Tue, 20 Nov 2012 11:21:25 +0530

Directed by JP Azhagar, 'Pramukar' features newcomers Trishul, Nithya and Jessie in lead roles.

Want to make films I can watch with family: Vijay

Fri, 16 Nov 2012 04:15:40 +0530

Popular Tamil TV actor Vijay Adhiraj, who has been in the industry for over two decades, has turned director with upcoming Tamil entertainer 'Puthagam'. He says he is keen on making films suitable for family viewing.

Kamal tells theatre owners to embrace new technologies

Thu, 08 Nov 2012 11:38:45 +0530

The actor will release his bilingual 'Vishwaroopam' in AURO-3D, a next generation audio format.

We need more cinematography schools: Shanmugasundaram

Fri, 02 Nov 2012 03:41:56 +0530

Cinematographer Shanmugasundaram is known for his slick camera work in films such as 'Rowithram' and 'Aarohanam'.

My entrance in films happened by accident: Mani Ratnam

Mon, 29 Oct 2012 01:42:10 +0530

"It was an accident. I was interested in cinema only as a viewer. I never thought I'd take it up as a career," Ratnam said.

5D camera controls the budget: Tamil cinematographer

Mon, 29 Oct 2012 12:50:31 +0530

"Most independent filmmakers today use 5D because they have shoestring budget," Shanmuga Sundaram said.

Neetu Chandra to be the first Indian Taekwondo expert

Sat, 27 Oct 2012 10:08:50 +0530

Neetu Chandra has also performed some kick-ass stunts in her forthcoming film 'Aadhi Bhagavan', directed by Ameer.

Settai: Shooting heads towards the completion

Fri, 26 Oct 2012 04:25:32 +0530

'Settai' is a remake of 'Delhi Belly', its maker claims that it will be a youthful and family entertainer.

I didn't do homework for 'Aarohanam': Viji

Thu, 25 Oct 2012 06:43:32 +0530

'Aarohanam' revolves around a 17-year-old boy and his sister who are in search of their missing mother.

Perception about women in cinema should change: Nadiya

Thu, 18 Oct 2012 12:08:01 +0530

Women in cinema would be considered as equals to their male peers only when the perception of audiences changes.

Movie ticket price is less than cola: Kamal Haasan

Tue, 16 Oct 2012 05:15:09 +0530

"It is said that the cost of entry ticket is less compared to Cola sold in developed countries," says Kamal Haasan.

South cinema is worth Rs 21,190 crore: Kamal Haasan

Tue, 16 Oct 2012 02:13:15 +0530

"National cinema resides in the south because filmmakers there are not restricted to one language," says Kamal.

We're on verge of extinction: Poster designer Eswar

Sun, 14 Oct 2012 02:50:48 +0530

Renowned movie poster designer Eswara Rao feels he is among the many artists who are on the verge of extinction.

Cheran, Prasanna and Prakash teams up for 'CON'

Sat, 13 Oct 2012 03:05:02 +0530

'Chennaiyil Oru Naal' is produced by Sarathkumar's wife. Its story revolves around the lives of four characters.

Tamil film 'Pizza' features 7.1 surround sound

Fri, 12 Oct 2012 05:04:57 +0530

The 7.1 surround sound moves around and encircles the audience just like the 3D does for visuals.

Tamil Films with English titles are back again

Sun, 07 Oct 2012 05:50:45 +0530

The film 'Pizza' releasing on Oct 19 is one of the Tamil flicks with an English title to hit the screens this year.

Suriya's 'Maattrraan' to address a social issue

Mon, 01 Oct 2012 04:29:19 +0530

The film stars Kajal Agarwal, Sachin Khedekar, Vivek and Tara in lead roles. It will release worldwide on Oct 12.

Suriya never gets tired of second take: KV Anand

Mon, 01 Oct 2012 04:13:13 +0530

The 37-year-old actor Suriya plays conjoined twins in 'Maattrraan', which has music by Harris Jeyaraj.

Karthi wished he was born conjoined with Suriya: Anand

Mon, 01 Oct 2012 03:55:53 +0530

Karthi was so touched by 'Maattrraan' that he wished he was born as conjoined twin his brother," said Anand.

Chandra: Shriya and Vivekananthan shoots in US

Fri, 28 Sep 2012 03:58:58 +0530

directed by Rupa Iyer, 'Chandra' is about a royal family. Shriya plays princess and Vivek plays her brother.

I like Nayanthara's boldness: Anushka Shetty

Fri, 28 Sep 2012 01:44:12 +0530

Industry is full of healthy friendships. I share good relationship with Tamannah, Kajal and Nayan," says Anushka.

It's tough to find buyers for indie films: Lakshmy

Wed, 26 Sep 2012 11:36:24 +0530

Lakshmy's film 'Aarohanam' is a low budget film that was loved by critics but is yet to reach the big screen.

I rewrote my portion in 'Thaandavam': Daniel Kish

Wed, 19 Sep 2012 01:09:51 +0530

Daniel Kish has worked on the original script of 'Thaandavam' to make his character look more real.

Richard Rishi to tie knot with Sathyalakshmi

Wed, 19 Sep 2012 12:57:45 +0530

The couple's engagement will take place on Sept 23 in Chennai, while the date for the wedding is yet to be fixed.

Tinnu and Amala on 25th anniversary of 'Pushpak'

Tue, 18 Sep 2012 06:05:29 +0530

As 'Pushpak' completes 25 years, Tinnu Anand and Akkineni Amala recall their enriching shooting experiences.

One should not get carried away by fame: Pooja Hegde

Sat, 15 Sep 2012 03:06:46 +0530

A model-turned-actress, Pooja strongly believes modelling gave her the confidence to turn to films.

Established composers earn as much as hero: K

Fri, 14 Sep 2012 01:38:03 +0530

"I feel the career of a music director is lucrative provided he or she takes up right projects," says Krishnakumar.

Ajith is unbelievably simple: Taapsee Pannu

Wed, 12 Sep 2012 07:05:28 +0530

Every industry has its preferences. So I choose accordingly and make sure I'm different in every movie says Pannu.

Sneha made my birthday so special: Prasanna

Wed, 29 Aug 2012 06:18:47 +0530

August 28 was Prasanna's first birthday after entering wedlock. The actor is elated over his wife, Sneha's gift.

South industry is like my home: Asin

Thu, 23 Aug 2012 05:23:34 +0530

"I can do only one work at a time. So I am concentrating in Bollywood projects," Asin says.

'Sivaji' 3D at par with Hollywood films: Rajini

Tue, 21 Aug 2012 07:02:44 +0530

The conversion 'Sivaji' into the 3D format is nearly over. The movie is likely to hit the screens in mid-September.

I never had the drive to do Hindi films: Suriya

Mon, 20 Aug 2012 03:47:14 +0530

When I select a movie, I ensure that it has both the commercial aspect and a little offbeat topic, says Suriya.

We are not here to cheat anyone: Tamannah's father

Mon, 20 Aug 2012 11:10:24 +0530

Salim Akhtar has filed a case against Tamannah, alleging that she had failed to honour a revenue sharing contract.

Happy to work with a singer like Divya: Mahalaxmi

Sat, 18 Aug 2012 02:48:54 +0530

Mahalaxmi wants to turn composer in films as she has gathered enough experience to compose the right kind of music.

I have a weird connection with elephants: Vikram

Sat, 18 Aug 2012 01:19:52 +0530

Once Solomon fixed Vikram for a role in 'Kumki', Vikram started changing his mannerism to be a mahout.

Nayanthara is just a friend, says Simbu

Wed, 08 Aug 2012 01:13:28 +0530

"Nayan is a good soul, we both have moved on and are just friends, it's foolish to link us romantically" says Tamil actor Simbu.

'Atta Kathi': Nandita extremely exited for release

Sat, 04 Aug 2012 01:29:45 +0530

"The very next day I met Ranjith in Bangaluru, I got a call offering me a role in 'Atta Kathi'," says Nandita.

After 'Vicky Donor', Yami Gautham in 'Gauravam'

Fri, 03 Aug 2012 12:33:42 +0530

Yami states that language is not a barrier for her and is ready to act in any language, provided gets good roles.

Family comes first says Tamil actor Vijay

Thu, 02 Aug 2012 08:09:00 +0530

Vijay has a word of advice for his ardent fans. Family should come first says Vijay.

'Saguni' is not a flop: Karthi Sivakumar

Fri, 27 Jul 2012 02:14:34 +0530

Tamil actor Karthi Sivakumar has dismissed a claim that his recent venture 'Saguni' was a failure.

Asin gearing up for woman centric films

Thu, 26 Jul 2012 01:18:23 +0530

Asin has no special leaning for any genre and she is looking forward to performance-oriented roles.

Asin: I'm not on any social networking sites

Mon, 23 Jul 2012 02:40:38 +0530

Asin says she is worried that there are many fake profiles of her on social networking sites such as Facebook and Twitter.

I'm just misunderstood: Andrea Jeremiah

Thu, 19 Jul 2012 12:55:21 +0530

Having begun her career as a Tamil playback singer in 2005, Jeremiah has many famous songs to her credit and is remembered for her role in the film 'Pachaikili Muthucharam'.

KV Anand: 'Maatraan' differs from 'Charulatha'

Sat, 14 Jul 2012 02:59:21 +0530

The director said 'Maatraan' was inspired by an article which was about Eng and Chang who lived in 19th century". The found their lives interesting.

Life is good with Sneha: Tamil actor Prasanna

Fri, 13 Jul 2012 10:37:58 +0530

In fact, that was part of an advertisement series planned for a mobile showroom chain, to promote its 'Aadi' sale.

I look for talent not stars: Kamal Haasan

Fri, 08 Jun 2012 03:11:25 +0530

Kamal Haasan's 'Vishwaroopam' boasts of a young cast and the actor-filmmaker explains that he has roped them in because he was looking for talented people and not stars.

Parvathy Omanakuttan as Jasmine in 'Billa 2'

Mon, 04 Jun 2012 02:30:20 +0530

Parvathy Omanakuttan is keeping her fingers crossed, even as her debut Tamil flick 'Billa 2' is getting ready to hit the screens.

Urumi was the break I was looking for: Genelia

Thu, 31 May 2012 05:45:43 +0530

Her cheery disposition and natty dressing made her the obvious choice for roles requiring a young, sprightly and even childish actor.

'Saguni': Actor Karthi speaks out his role

Wed, 30 May 2012 06:30:59 +0530

"How I kick start a public problem and find a solution to my personal issue is what Saguni is all about," says Karthi Sivakumar.

Ajith's forthcoming film is not a remake

Wed, 30 May 2012 06:21:31 +0530

Director Siva of 'Siruthai' fame has refuted media reports, which claimed that his forthcoming film with Ajith is inspired by recent Tollywood hit 'Daruvu', which has Ravi Teja and Taapsee Pannu in lead roles.

The boy who wanted to kill Vasco Da Gama

Mon, 28 May 2012 05:09:52 +0530

Prithviraj Sukumaran has a sizeable fan club in the city, thanks to 'Mozhi', 'Vellithirai' and Mani Ratnam's 'Ravanan'.

Mamta on her Tamil debut 'Thadaiyara Thaaka'

Mon, 28 May 2012 01:51:21 +0530

Familiar face in the South, 26-year-old Mamta Mohandas is ready with her first Tamil movie, 'Thadaiyara Thaaka'.

Manisha Yadav happy about Tamil debut

Sun, 27 May 2012 10:29:08 +0530

Bangalore-based Manisha Yadav's latest flick, 'Vazhakku Enn 18/9', has got rave reviews so far. The actress now sets her eyes on content-driven roles.

From romance and action to horror

Sat, 26 May 2012 12:18:26 +0530

After directing two action movies for Bollywood - 'Wanted' and forthcoming action film 'Rowdy Rathore' - Prabhu Deva now wants to make scary movies.

Rahman made me a composer: SJ Suryah

Sat, 26 May 2012 10:57:39 +0530

It came as a surprise when SJ Suryah announced that he would compose music for his next film, 'Isai'.

Trisha: I stopped reacting to gossip

Fri, 25 May 2012 05:21:50 +0530

Actress Trisha has let out many things from her heart in an exclusive tete-tete with IndiaGlitz.com. Here is it for our dear readers.

Actor Ajith reveals race secrets

Fri, 25 May 2012 05:17:19 +0530

Ajith Kumar was in Chennai for a short break in between his inaugural race at Silverstone.

Vedhika: I am a friendly person

Fri, 25 May 2012 05:09:50 +0530

Vedhika, who completed her education in London, had a penchant for dance and acting right from childhood. She entered into the tinsel town to satiate her thirst towards the arts.

Actress Parvathy Omanakuttan on 'Billa 2'

Thu, 17 May 2012 02:22:43 +0530

The former Miss India World is all smiles as we sit down for a chat and the gorgeous girl has every reason to be happy - she is looking forward to her big release 'Billa 2' in which she will be seen romancing none other than 'Thala' Ajith.

Meet model-turned-actor Evelyn Sharma

Wed, 16 May 2012 06:13:12 +0530

It's her third visit to Chennai, and she hasn't signed a Tamil film yet. Meet model-turned-actor Evelyn Sharma.

Actor turned Director Revathy on her work

Wed, 16 May 2012 12:57:10 +0530

"I think Indian cinema is fantastic, especially the regional cinema, while in Hindi cinema you have few glimpses of very good films," says Revathy.

Karunas: A journey from a comedian to a producer

Wed, 16 May 2012 11:07:53 +0530

I began as a comedian, then took to lead roles and now am a film producer as well. But for all that, I never expected that I would end up in films.

Sameera praises experiments in Tamil roles

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 05:59:27 +0530

Sameera Reddy's heart beats for the south. "I mostly get to play the sexy heroine in the north, whereas in the south, I get to experiment more with roles, like the one I did in Vaaranam Aayiram," actress says.