Illaiyaraaja condolence message in bad taste = PS 2 Tamil Nadu BO drops further - Rajini v.s Chiranjeevi

Music director Illaiyaraaja's video paying tribute to the late Actor-director Manobala has stirred up controversy among netizens due to his self-praise. The video starts with Illaiyaraaja mentioning Manobala's great respect for him and goes on to say that Manobala used to wait at the Kodambakkam bridge to catch his attention. He further claims that Manobala was one among many directors who waited there to get him to score music. This self-praise has not gone down well with many viewers who find it distasteful. Manobala, who had a YouTube channel called "Waste Paper," talked about his journey in films. In one such video, he spoke about directing the Tamil remake of the Hindi film "Khoon Bhari Maang." Initially hesitant to take up the project, Manobala was convinced by Radhika, who assured him that the screenplay would be modified to appeal to Tamil audiences and that the renowned writer Kalaignar (the DMK patriarch M Karunanidhi) would write the script. Despite initial reluctance, Kalaignar accepted the project, thanks to Radhika's persuasion, even though the film lacked political undertones. Manobala also mentioned that Radhika insisted that he not alter Karunanidhi's dialogues, even if they sounded outdated. The film starred Nizhalagal Ravi, Sarath Babu, Raadhika, and featured music by Illaiyaraaja but failed to perform well at the box office. Manobala further said that Karunanidhi had written on the side of dialogue sheet that it can be changed if needed. Manobala later joined AIADMK and was their star campaigner.

PS 2 Tamil collections drop and record 24 % occupancy while overseas coll

The movie "Jailer" is set to be released on August 10th in all languages. In addition to Rajinikanth, the film features Mohanlal, Shiva Rajkumar, and Jackie Shroff, while our Telugu actor Sunil has an important role. Tamannaah Bhatia has been cast as the female lead. The decision to release the film on this date was made to take advantage of the Independence Day holiday. However, it will face tough competition in the Telugu markets from Megastar Chiranjeevi's "Bholaa Shankar," which is also set to release at the same time.

Thalapathy next with Super Good - PS2 takes 50% drop - Dhoni first film wrap up

The makers of “L.G.M” are happy to announce that they have wrapped up shooting. Marking this occasion, the entire crew celebrated a wrap-up party, where every crew member was seen with utmost satisfaction and elation on completing the project. Right from the day of the movie Pooja to the wrap-up day, The entire process has involved detailed planning and execution that enabled the team to materialise the project in a smooth manner. The post production work has begun and an official announcement on the film’s teaser, trailer and audio launch followed by a theatrical release date, will be made soon. The film marks the maiden production of Cricketer M.S. Dhoni's and Sakshi Dhoni's Dhoni Entertainment and is directed by Ramesh Thamilmani. The film features Harish Kalyan, Nadhiya, and Ivana as the lead characters. Yogi Babu and Mirchi Vijay will be seen in prominent roles. L.G.M is a film that aims to offer a breezy cinematic experience to the audiences with an interesting screenplay, emotions and humour. Vikas Hasija, the producer of the film is elated that "LGM is a Family entertainer that will cater to all sections of the audience. The shoot has been completed and the post-production work has begun smoothly. The film will be known for its quality in terms of content and production value." Priyanshu Chopra, the Creative Producer of the film says that "LGM being our first film in Tamil required meticulous planning. Fortunately, things went well as per our plan and we now call it a wrap. The film has shaped up well and we can’t wait to present it to the audience. The film is presented by Indian Cricketer Dhoni's wife Sakshi Dhoni’s Dhoni Entertainment. ---------

PS2 takes a deep slide after Holidays PS 2 main domestic market of Tamil Nadu saw a deep drop on Tuesday after the four day holidays. The collections from Day one increased steeply and continued till Monday ( May day ). Tuesday saw ot fall it fall from Rs 18 cr to Rs 10 cr. Details below. A 54 % drop ₹ 23.25 Cr [Ta: 18.46 Cr ; Hi: 1.9; Mal: 1.1; Te: 1.75; Ka: 0.04] -23.27% Day 5 [1st Tuesday] ₹ 10.5 Cr [Ta: 8.34 Cr ; Hi: 0.8 Cr; Mal: 0.5 Cr; Te: 0.85 Cr; Ka: 0.01 Cr] -54.84%

Thalapathy next producer is Super Good confirms Jiva Now, actor Jiiva has provided a big update regarding T68. In his previous interview, Jiiva said that his home production banner Super Good Films' 100th movie would be headlined by Thalapathy Vijay, and it seems, the studio will indeed be producing T68. During a recent Instagram interaction, Jiiva assume to have confirmed that Super Good Films will be producing T68 and also confirmed that the official announcement regarding the same will be made super soon.

Samyuktha Virupaksha gets dubbed in Tamil - PS 2 Two day Box office - Sita Navami poster of Kirti Sanon

Samyuktha's popularity as a heroine in Dhanush's "Vaathi" has resulted in the Tamil dubbed version of her Telugu film, "Virupaksha", being released in Tamil Nadu. Studio Green, the distributors, organized a function to announce the release, during which Samyuktha expressed her love for the Tamil language and Tamil Nadu, and thanked everyone involved in the film's release, including the producer, director, hero, and Studio Green Gnanavel Raja. She also encouraged people to watch the film in theaters, as it provides a technologically advanced experience that cannot be replicated on OTT or small screens. The hero of "Virupaksha", Sai Dharam Tej, expressed his delight at fulfilling his long-time dream of winning as a hero in Tamil, and thanked Studio Green Gnanavelraja, producer Dhananjayan, and distributor Sakthivelan for releasing the film in Tamil. He urged fans of Tamil actors to watch the film and support him, and expressed his faith in the Tamil people. Sai Dharam Tej cited Rajinikanth as his inspiration for acting in the film, as he was drawn to the focus on the heroine in Rajinikanth's film "Chandramukhi". He agreed to act in "Virupaksha" because of the unique storyline and Sukumar's lively screenplay.

On the occasion of Maa Sita Navmi, Team Adipurush paid a special tribute to one of the most revered women in Indian history, Maa Sita, by launching a captivating motion poster of Janaki featuring Kriti Sanon and an audio teaser of the beautiful song "Ram Siya Ram." Kriti Sanon's portrayal of Janaki embodies purity, divinity, and courage as Raghav's consort. The enchanting melody of "Ram Siya Ram," composed and sung by Sachet-Parampara, perfectly captures Janaki's unwavering devotion towards Raghav and is certain to transport the audience to a world of spirituality and devotion. Adipurush, directed by Om Raut and produced by T-Series, Bhushan Kumar & Krishan Kumar, Om Raut, Prasad Sutar, and Rajesh Nair of Retrophiles, will be released globally on June 16th, 2023.

PS 2 Industry tracker and official figures Here is the Ponniyin Selvan 2 Vs Ponniyin Selvan 1 – Overseas – Opening Collections report shared by an industry tracker: North America – Premieres + Day 1 PS1: $2,147,361 PS2: $1,707,059 Australia – Day 1 PS1: A$427,823 PS2: A$320,358 New Zealand – Day 1 PS1: A$44,432 PS2: A$44,310 UK & Ireland – Day 1 PS1: £250,012 PS2: £228,472 PS2 underperformed compared to PS1 on day one in all the tracked countries. We will publish overseas first weekend data on Monday evening. As per the latest report, In just two days, Ponniyin Selvan 2 has surpassed Rs 50 crore mark at the box office. The reports are coming that the movie minted Rs 24 crore on the second day. The first day collection was around Rs 28. 55 crore and this brings the total to Rs 52. 55 crore. AP-TS Total : Rs 2.95 Cr (Rs 5.75 Cr Gross) Tamilnadu : Rs 34.50 Cr Telugu States: Rs 5.75 Cr Karnataka: Rs 6.90 Cr Kerala : Rs 5.50 Cr ROI : Rs 5.25 Cr Overseas : Rs 51.70 Cr Total WW collection : Rs 109.60 Cr( Rs 53.25 Cr Share) Madras Talkies, Ratnam's production house, shared the box office numbers on its official Twitter page. "Conquering hearts and box office alike! #PS2 garners over a 100 crore collection worldwide. #PS2RunningSuccessfully," the banner said in the tweet.

Two kgs of Ragi for Nilgiris and Dharmapuri ration card holders

The Lifestyle for Environment (LiFE) initiative was launched on April 28, 2023, at the M S Swaminathan Research Foundation (MSSRF) in Chennai to promote Millets and Backyard Kitchen Gardens among students, farmers, and Biodiversity Management Committee Members. Thiru R Sakkarapani, Hon'ble Minister for Food and Civil Supplies, Consumer Protection and Price Control, Government of Tamil Nadu, inaugurated the LiFE initiative and emphasized the government's efforts to ensure food and nutritional security. The Government will introduce two kgs of finger millet (Ragi) in the Public Distribution System (PDS) from May 2023, to all ration card holders in Nilgiris and Dharmapuri districts. The government will also plan to include at least one millet-based meal per week in ICDS, mid-day meal, and breakfast schemes. Shri Achalender Reddy IFS (Retd), Chairperson – National Biodiversity Authority, Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change, Government of India, spoke about the nutritional value of millets and highlighted the importance of biological conservation to protect food species, especially millets. Dr Soumya Swaminathan, Chairperson MSSRF, emphasized the need for balanced diets and awareness programs on food and nutrition to combat undernutrition, obesity, and non-communicable diseases. Other delegates who spoke on the occasion were Dr J Radhakrishnan, Dr B Balaji IFS, and Dr Shekar Kumar Niraj IFS.

Mani on PS web series -Ram Charan and wife breaks You Tube records - Mayilsamy last film

During a recent interview, director Mani Ratnam was asked why he had not chosen to turn the story of 'Ponniyin Selvan' into a web series. In response, he explained that it would have taken too much time and the actors would not have been available for such a lengthy project. Instead, he decided to make a film adaptation of the story as he was deeply impacted by the novel. Mani Ratnam also admitted that he was uncertain if he had done justice to the story by compressing it into a two-part film, but was glad that it was finally on the big screen. The film, which focuses on the Chola empire, features an ensemble cast including Vikram, Trisha, Jayam Ravi, Karthi, and Aishwarya Rai. The music for the movie is composed by AR Rahman. The watch borne by Vikram at a promo event is subject of how much it costs. -----------

Ram Charan, with a massive fan base across the globe, has once again shattered all previous records with his latest video on Vanity Fair's YouTube channel. The video titled "RRR' Star Ram Charan Gets Ready for the Oscars" has amassed over 6.5 million views and is now the most-watched video on the channel to date. The footage chronicles Ram Charan and his wife Upasana's journey leading up to one of the most significant moments in their lives, the Oscars, where his movie received an award for the viral song "Nattu Nattu." The video opens with an endearing scene of Ram applying hairspray on Upasana in her room, setting the tone for the rest of the video, which offers a peek into their private life. We are taken on a tour of Ram's hotel room, where he showcases his small religious altar, signifying his strong faith and values. As Ram prepares for the big day, his charm and sophistication are on full display, endearing him to his fans even more. Meanwhile, Upasana is seen getting dressed in a beautiful saree and styling her hair and makeup, leading to a magnificent sight when the couple emerges from their respective rooms, all set for the red carpet. Before they set out to create history, they seek blessings in front of their hotel room altar. The video's success demonstrates Ram Charan's enormous popularity and his fans' fascination with his personal life. With millions of views, it's evident that his star power and charisma have no bounds. Ram Charan's dedication to his craft, coupled with his natural charm and good looks, makes him a force to be reckoned with in the entertainment industry. As he continues to captivate audiences worldwide, we look forward to seeing more of his accomplishments and success, along with his wife's in their future endeavors. Here's to Ram Charan's continual breaking of records and winning over more hearts. --

Mayilsamy last film Vilambaram released Actor Mayilsamy, who was renowned for his comedic performances and his character of helping others in Tamil cinema for over 35 years, passed away unexpectedly last month. Prior to his demise, he played the lead role in a short film called Vilambaram, directed by A. Rahul and produced by his father Ashokumar, which also stars Rekha Nair. At the film's launch and press meet held at Prasad Labs in Chennai's Saligramam, directors RV Udayakumar and Paramuru, producer Chitra Lakshmanan, and Mylaswamy's son Anbu were present as special guests. They praised the film crew and shared their memories of the late actor Mylaswamy. During the event, the film crew spoke about the movie's message, which stresses the importance of being responsible while endorsing products, and not betraying the public's trust. The film's producer announced that they will release the short film for free as he wants it to reach as many people as possible, and the director expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to work with the late actor.

Shamlee artist avatar - No drop due to Jio Cinema - Hanuman- Adipurush - PS 2 latest news

Shamlee, a child actor who won a national award, transitioned into adult roles while also pursuing other art forms such as dance and painting. Her dedication and tenacity led her to create original and expressive art with guidance from her mentor, Mr. A.V. Ilango. Shamlee's art showcases her thoughts on life through fluid lines, colors, and contours, portraying free-spirited women who break free from societal norms. She recently exhibited her work at World Art Dubai, as well as other exhibitions such as Crossroads at Venba Gallery and Southern Trends 1 and 2 at Chitra Kala Parishad and Bengaluru International Centre, respectively. Hanuman wraps shoot- Adipurush World Priemere

Prasanth Varma, the Creative Director, is preparing to release his first film from the Cinematic Universe, HANU-MAN, featuring Teja Sajja as the talented hero. The makers of the film have announced that shooting has wrapped up and the post-production works are underway. It took 130 working days to complete the production, and the film was shot extensively all over India. The team is working hard to offer a whole new experience in theaters, as the film's teaser and powerful rendition of Hanuman Chalisa received an overwhelming response in all languages. HANU-MAN will have a Pan World release in several Indian languages, as well as English, Spanish, Korean, Chinese, and Japanese. The story of the film is set in an imaginary place called "Anjanadri," where the protagonist gets the powers of Hanuman and fights for Anjanadri. The cast includes Teja Sajja, Amritha Aiyer, Varalaxmi Sarathkumar, Vinay Rai, and others. The film is produced by K Niranjan Reddy of PrimeShow Entertainment, while Smt Chaitanya presents it. The cinematography is by Shivendra, and the music is scored by Gowrahari, Anudeep Dev, and Krishna Saurabh. The film's release date will be announced soon.

In just a few months, the highly anticipated film Adipurush, which depicts the legendary Indian epic Ramayana, will be released to great excitement from audiences. The national award-winning director Om Raut helms this epic production, produced by Bhushan Kumar. The team has announced that the film will not only be enjoyed by the Indian diaspora, but by audiences worldwide. The film will make its world premiere on June 13th at the Tribeca Festival in New York, where it will be shown in 3D as a "Midnight Offering." Adipurush's inclusion in the festival lineup was selected by an esteemed jury, and it is a significant moment for Indian cinema to be showcased at a global stage. Adipurush stars Prabhas, Kriti Sanon, Saif Ali Khan, and Sunny Singh in pivotal roles, and it is set to release globally on June 16, 2023. The Tribeca Festival, founded in 2001 by Robert De Niro, Jane Rosenthal, and Craig Hatkoff, celebrates storytelling in all its forms, including film, TV, music, audio storytelling, games, and XR. It champions emerging and established voices and introduces new ideas through exclusive premieres, exhibitions, conversations, and live performances. The festival will take place from June 7-18th, 2023. ---

Star Sports deny drop in IPL views due to Jio Cinema app According to Business Today, Disney Star, the official television broadcaster of TATA IPL 2023, reported that the first 10 matches of the cricket tournament saw a peak concurrency of 5.6 crore viewers, which is the highest it has ever been (excluding the two years of Covid), and has returned to its 2019 high. It is not accurate to claim that television has lost its audience to digital media as there is no evidence to support this. The fact is that when people are commuting, they have no choice but to watch IPL on a small screen. In the future, there may be more overlap between the two platforms, and each has its own advantages, according to the Disney Star spokesperson. ----

TIPS after PS 2 music hit to buy more Tamil film's music Following the massive triumph of A R Rahman's score for Ponniyin Selvan 2, Tips Music company has resolved to acquire additional Tamil film music licensing rights. Their next project is Merry Christmas, a bilingual Hindi-Tamil movie featuring Vijay Sethupathi and Katrina Kaif, directed by Sriram Raghavan and produced by Tips' affiliated company. The music for the film is composed by Pritam Chakraborty.

Ishwarya Menon in Nikhil Siddharth and Karthikeya film

 Ishwarya Menon has signed a pan Indian Telugu film SPY opposite Nikhil Siddharth . She has also been cast in a film opposite Karthikeya who is known to Tamil audience as the baddie in Ajith's Valimai. Nikhil's Karthikeya 2 was a hit in Telugu. She started her career in Tamil with Thamizh Padam 2 and her recent release was the web series Tamil Rockers with Arun Vijay. Karthikeya film is produced by UV creations.

Her latest photo shoot