Prabhu Deva in India's first 3D dance flick

New Delhi: Surrounded by controversies, Prabhu Deva is an expert at appearing calm. He has choreographed around 100 movies like 'Enthiran' (2010), 'Engeyum Kadhal' (2011) and 'Don: The Chase Begins Again' and is often referred to as the Michael Jackson of India. This year, the 39-year-old is all set for a series of releases, including the country's first 3D dance film, ABCD ('Any Body Can Dance'), with other choreographers.

There is also 'Rowdy Rathore' with Akshay Kumar and Sonakshi Sinha and 'Kalavaadiya Pozhuthugal' with Bhumika Chawla. More from the actor and choreographer:

What should we know about 'Rowdy Rathore'?

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  Sameera Reddy is back in action with 'Vedi' which is a Tamil action film directed by Prabhu Deva. It stars Vishal and her in the lead roles.

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  The movie is a remake of the successful 2008 Telugu film Souryam which starred Gopichand in the lead role.

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  GK Film Corporation signed on Prabhu Deva to direct the film in 2010.

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  Vishal and Sameera are said to share great on-screen chemistry in the action thriller.

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  The film was shot in 'Thoothukudi' and also in exotic South African locales.

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  Sophie Choudry shot an item song for the film.

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  Sameera accepted the role that Trisha Krishnan, Anushka Shetty and Hansika Motwani turned down.

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  Vishal began his first schedule in 2011 after wrapping up 'Avan Ivan'.

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  Scenes were also shot in Bidar and Pollachi.

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  Shreya Reddy is the producer of Vedi while Vijay Anthony has scored the music.

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  Vishal even hurt his shoulder while performing a stunt.

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  Vishal said in a recent interview that the rapport they shared on the sets has translated into some good scenes.

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  Devi Sree Prasad will be doing an item number with Sameera Reddy.

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  Souryam had Jayam, Gopichand and Anushka as the main protagonists.

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Prabhu Deva is all set for a series of releases, including the country\'s first 3D dance film, \'ABCD\'.

A commercial action movie, it is a remake of the Telugu film, 'Vikramarkudu'. Akshay Kumar is the hero and he plays two different roles. As we know, Akshay has been an action hero and the role suits him. And Sonakshi is a great dancer.

Why is ABCD a revolutionary film?

It is India's first 3D Hindi dance movie. There is no heroine, though Lauren Gottlieb from 'So You Think You Can Dance', is also a part of the movie. I play the main lead.

What are the challenges of making a 3D movie in India?

It takes double the time and the technique is different. There are no pauses and cuts and objects placed in a room have to be in the right place, even if it is a table or a chair. Every scene has to be approved by a specialist before we proceed to the next scene. If necessary, we will re-shoot the entire scene. For instance, if a small fly enters the scene it looks big on screen!

With the show, 'Ungalil Yaar Prabhudeva' dedicated to you completing almost 100 movies, where is dance headed in India?

It is not just about TRP and entertainment, for such shows bring talent from small villages. Before there was only one dancer known to people but with practice everyone can make those moves.

After Ranbir Kapoor in 'Chillar Party', are you open to doing an item number?

I do not understand the concept. When a guy does one song in the movie, it is a special appearance and when the girl does it, it becomes an item number. But I am open to it.

Also See

• Prabhu Deva's dance steps not easy, says Akshay
• Prabhu Deva is like my brother: Hansika

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