Telugu actor Allu Arjun turns a year older today Telugu actor Allu Arjun, one of the most energetic heroes and one of the best dancers in Tollywood, celebrates his 31st birthday today. Though Allu Arjun entered industry as the son of Allu Aravind and the nephew of Megastar Chiranjeevi, he proved himself and created a special image and fan following for himself in a very less time in the industry. He is known for his vivacious performances and nimble...  
02:54 PM, Apr 08, 2013

Now junior NTR's 'Baadshah' to be remade in Tamil
by IANS
Chennai: The super success of Junior-NTR starrer Telugu action-drama 'Baadshah' has opened the way for its Tamil remake, the rights for which have been bought by Prasad V Potluri of PVP Cinema. "PVP Cinema has bought the Tamil remake rights of 'Baadshah', which is likely to be remade with a top actor. We don't know the name of the actor yet, but it is very likely to be made with...  
02:45 PM, Apr 08, 2013

Vishnu drops Hollywood project due to date issues
by IANS
Chennai: Shooting at breakneck speed for his upcoming untitled Telugu action-comedy, Telugu actor Vishnu Manchu Monday said he had to forego a Hollywood project because he couldn't give time for it. "Good morning. Auditioned and got a role in a Hollywood movie. Had to reject it because of dates issue. Irony of life," posted Vishnu on his Twitter page. The actor of hits like 'Denikaina Ready' is currently busy shooting...  
01:07 PM, Apr 08, 2013

Mohanlal to play an alcoholic in 'Ladies and Gentleman' Mohanlal will play a very different alcoholic in his new movie 'Ladies and Gentleman' coming from hitmaker Siddhique. The director who explains how he got hold of the star after a twenty years from their last in Vietnam Colony says that he was not that convinced as Lal agreed to do the film with a lead character who drinks alcohol. More over he has already done a similar role in...  
10:18 AM, Apr 08, 2013

Ilayaraja to compose music for Tamil film 'Nila Choru' Yesteryear's director, who is known for his silver jubilee films like 'Vaidhegi Kaathirunthal', 'Mella Thirandhathu Kadhavu', 'Seethanam', and many more such movies, has come back to the industry for another round. Now, he is said to be directing a movie on a child's perspective, titled 'Nila Choru'. The child's role will be played by Sara of 'Deiva Thirumagal' fame. The film also has Vasundara and Prakash to its star cast....  
11:04 AM, Apr 07, 2013

Tamil actor Vishal's next is 'Pandianadu' It was recently announced that actor Vishal, who turned producer, will first be producing his own film recently. Now the title of the project is out. It will be called 'Pandianadu'. "The movie will be set on the backdrop of Madurai, and hence the name" says the director of the film, Suseenthiran of 'Vennila Kabbadi Kuzhu' fame. While Vishal plays the male lead, Lakshmi Menon has been roped in for...  
10:54 AM, Apr 07, 2013

Now Ajith to be back with Tamil flick 'Mankathaa 2'?  The block buster hit of Ajith's, 'Mankathaa', directed by Venkat Prabhu was a phenomenal turn towards success for every entity in the team. Ajith's 54th project, which is with 'Siruthai' Siva has kick started today in Hyderabad. Meanwhile, Venkat Prabhu, Premgi Amaren and cinematographer Sakthi Saravanan are also in Hyderabad, for the shooting of 'Biriyani'. Making use of this opportunity, the 'Mankathaa' team had a reunion yesterday, in Hyderabad. Sources...  
11:10 AM, Apr 06, 2013

Tamil actor Arya launches a single for Bharath Tamil actor Bharath is currently working on his upcoming project '555', by director Sasi. The team that has released a single track from their album, titled 'Elavu'. The track was launched by actor Arya, who is a close pal of Bharath's. Speaking on the song, Arya said,"I have watched the video of the song and is impressed with it. I am sure that the song is a crowd puller and...  
10:43 AM, Apr 06, 2013

Ajith Kumar's new Tamil film goes on floors
by IANS
Chennai: Tamil actor Ajith Kumar on Friday began shooting for his yet to be titled Tamil film, which was initially scheduled to go on the floors on April 2. The shooting was postponed due to the fast observed here Tuesday in support of Tamils in Sri Lanka. "Ajith and Tamannaah will start shooting for the film in Hyderabad from today (Friday). The first schedule of shooting will be wrapped up...  
10:21 AM, Apr 06, 2013

First look: Teaser of Mohanlal starer 'Ladies and Gentleman' is out
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The teaser of upcoming Malayalam Comedy 'Ladies and Gentleman', written and directed by Siddique and starring superstar Mohanlal, Krish, J Sathaar, Meera Jasmine and Mamta Mohandas in the lead roles is out recently. Produced by Antony Perumbavoor under the banner of Aashirvad Cinemas, the film has music by ace composer Ratheesh Vegha. ...  
03:35 PM, Apr 05, 2013

American rappers to pitch in for 'Yaan's music A team comprising of filmmaker Ravi K Chandran, composer Harris Jeyaraj and producer Elred Kumar, have left to the New York City for composing music for the upcoming film 'Yaan', starring Jiiva and Thulasi Nair. Harris has promised that the movie will have more electrifying music than 'Ko'. We hear that he will be using a few new instruments for this album, apart from roping in top American rappers. After...  
02:51 PM, Apr 05, 2013

Director Sreenu Vaitla joins Twitter, courtesy 'Baadshah'
by IANS
Chennai: On the occasion of the release of his Telugu action-drama 'Baadshah', director Sreenu Vaitla joined Twitter Friday. He says he couldn't think of a better occasion to do it. "What better occasion to join Twitter than the release of 'Baadshah'. Thank you all for the warm welcome," posted Sreenu on his Twitter page. 'Baadshah', directed by Sreenu Vaitla, features Junior NTR, Kajal Agarwal, Navdeep, Mukesh Rushi, Pradeep Rawat, Ashish...  
02:14 PM, Apr 05, 2013

Now Malayalam film 'Parankimala' is been remade
by IANS
'Parankimala', a 1981 Malayalam hit, is now being remade. The love story will be retold by Sennan Pallassery, the youngest of the Pallassery brothers. It focuses on the female lead Thanka, who sacrifices her life for her lover. The role was earlier essayed by Soorya. In the remake, newcomer Vinutha Lal will take on the role. Beyon is the male lead in the film, the shooting for which begins on...  
12:48 PM, Apr 05, 2013

Malayalam actor Ajmal's brother makes his acting debut Thiruvananthapuram: Askar, brother of actor Ajmal Ameer of 'Madambi' fame, is set to make his acting debut with the oddly titled 'Holy Shit'. The film will be directed by debutant Johnson. Askar, a businessman, has earlier done short films and also appeared in ad films. 'Holy Shit' is about four youngsters living in Kochi. They come from different backgrounds and go through stress, each for unknown reasons. Later, they find...  
11:36 AM, Apr 05, 2013

Telugu flick 'Baadshah' will speak for itself: Producer Chennai: Producer Bandla Ganesh says he doesn't have to rave about his forthcoming Telugu action drama 'Baadshah' because the film will speak for itself when it hits theatres worldwide Friday. Srinu Vaitla is known for blockbusters such as 'Dubai Seenu', 'King' and 'Dookudu'. His latest film 'Baadshah' features Junior NTR, Kajal Agarwal, Navdeep, Prakash Raj, Ashish Vidyarthi, Mukesh Rushi, Nassar, Kelly Dorji, Brahmanandam and Chandra Mohan. "We are confident of...  
10:47 AM, Apr 05, 2013

Director Hari to team up with Karthi for his next As reported earlier, director Hari will be teaming up with actor Karthi for their next project. The film will be produced by Vendhar movies, and the cast and crew details are under scrutiny at the moment. Now, we hear more on the project from the director himself. Hari said, "The film will be an emotionally packed action movie. We have planned to carry out the shooting against the backdrop of...  
10:33 AM, Apr 05, 2013

Tamil actor Ajith to star in Siva's next project Thala had successfully wrapped up 'Valai' with Vishnuvardhan and was just about to jump to the 'Siruthai's Siva's next project, which is yet to be titled, when the actor postponed the shooting in lieu of the Nadigar Sangam token fast in support of Sri Lankan Tamils. But as promised, he has returned to shooting now, and the film will start rolling tomorrow. The film has Ajith, Tamannah, Viddarth, Munish and...  
09:58 AM, Apr 05, 2013

Like to be known as actor, than heroine: Lakshmi Priyaa
by IANS
Chennai: Theatre artist Lakshmi Priyaa Chandramouli, popularly known as LP, who is foraying into films with upcoming Tamil comedy-drama 'Sutta Kadhai', would always like to be known as an actor. "Since I come from a theatre background, I'm extremely passionate about acting. Having forayed into films, I want to remain an actor and do roles that are performance-oriented, instead of being called a heroine for being glamorous," Lakshmi told IANS....  
07:35 PM, Apr 04, 2013

Post accident, Sundeep harps on road safety
by IANS
Chennai: Southern actor Sundeep Kishan was very fortunate to walk unhurt from an accident on Wednesday, but in the process learned something very important about road safety. "So, last night as I'm driving back home, a drunk female driver crashed into my car at optimum speed. Car is smashed but glad that no one got hurt," posted Sundeep Thursday on his Twitter page. "Times like these make me wonder -...  
07:26 PM, Apr 04, 2013

Newcomer Vidyullekha finds Junior NTR 'benevolent'
by IANS
Chennai: He may be a superstar, grandson of legendary actor Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao (NTR) senior, but at heart he is very 'kind', feels southern actress Vidyullekha Raman, who recently worked him in an upcoming yet-to-be-titled Telugu project. "I was extremely nervous to act opposite him (junior NTR) since the beginning. I was more worried because I was a newcomer and how would I be treated. He may be a...  
06:58 PM, Apr 04, 2013