Dragon Producer sets example / Yash- Geetu TOXIC in a FIRST

DRAGON Producer Archana of AGS has won hearts by putting out real BO figures #Dragon opening weekend 🔥🔥 Tamil Nadu : 24.9 Cr AP/ Telangana : 6.25 Cr Kerala / Karnataka/ North : 4.37Cr Overseas: 14.7 Cr @pradeeponelife @Dir_Ashwath @aishkalpathi @Ags_production

A groundbreaking cinematic endeavor, "Toxic" is the first ever large scale Indian film to be conceptualized, written, and filmed in both English and an Indian language, Kannada being the Indian language the film is being shot in, paving the way for a truly global film experience. The film will be dubbed in multiple Indian and international languages, including Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, and Malayalam. Rocking Star Yash’s "Toxic," written and directed by the internationally acclaimed Geetu Mohandas, is poised to redefine cross-cultural storytelling. Shot in both English and Kannada, the film aims for global resonance. Kannada captures the nuances for Indian audiences, while English ensures accessibility worldwide, reflecting the filmmakers' commitment to authenticity and diverse reach. "Our vision for 'Toxic' was to craft a narrative that resonates authentically with audiences both in India and globally," says director Geetu Mohandas. "We've strived to capture the nuances of the story in both Kannada and English, ensuring an authentic experience for viewers across different linguistic and cultural backgrounds. 'Toxic' explores a collaboration of artistic vision and precision of commercial storytelling. It's a journey that transcends borders, languages, and cultural confines, designed to connect with hearts and minds worldwide."

Toxic, a film jointly produced by Venkat Narayana under KVN Productions and Yash’s Monster Mind Creations, was conceived as a global cinematic experience. This vision is reflected in the collaboration between Yash, a box office phenomenon, and Geetu Mohandas, whose work has been awarded at many international platforms, including the Sundance Film Festival and the Toronto Film Festival. The film's international team—including action sequences by JJ Perry, best known for his work in the John Wick and Fast & Furious franchises, and visual effects by DNEG, who recently won the BAFTA Film Award for Special Visual Effects for Dune: Part Two—was carefully assembled to match the project's scale, further emphasizing this global approach. The filmmakers' commitment to authentic storytelling and messaging led them to embrace the bilingual format. Last month, on Rocking Star Yash's birthday, the team released a "Birthday Peek" offering a glimpse into the world of "Toxic." The teaser generated significant excitement, showcasing the film's scale and international-standard production values. The film's recently revealed bilingual nature has required extensive preparation and extended days of shoot. Filming began in August 2024. The filmmakers are invested in creating an immersive world, bringing together a top-tier global and Indian talent pool. These factors combined have contributed to the project's scale and timeline, positioning Toxic as one of the most expensive Indian productions to date. Producer Venkat K Narayana emphasized the film's ambitious scope, saying, "Our goal for "Toxic" was crystal clear: a film that resonates in India and globally. From the very beginning, we were driven by a deep conviction in this story and its potential. This unwavering belief fueled our "all-in" approach, required to bring this cinematic experience to life. We embraced the challenge wholeheartedly, confident that "Toxic" will not only captivate audiences worldwide but also showcase the brilliance of Indian cinema on a global stage.

AVM Property dispute in court /Dragon and NEEK budget and Profits - Dhanush next with H Vinoth

Aparna Guhan Shyam, one of the twin daughters of MS Guhan son of AVM Sarvanan, has filed a civil suit in the High Court asking for one-fifth of the share in the family properties. She has also sought an injunction which aims to restrain AVM Studios from competing with AVM Productions in the film business.Aparna claims that her father had developed a cold attitude towards her ever since she married a person from another caste.AVM has produced films featuring Superstar Rajinikanth, Sivaji Ganesan, Rajkumar, SS Rajendran, Vyjayanthimala, Kamal Haasan and several others. Aparna, of the great granddaughters of the founder A.V. Meiyappan has insisted on partitioning the family properties.

BREAKEVEN TARGETS FOR DRAGON AND NEEK- RAGHUL OPINION DRAGON Dragon Budget - 55 cr Theattical business- 29 cr TN- 18 cr TS - 3 cr ROI- 3.5 cr Os - 4.5 cr Non theatricals - Expected 37 cr (Split up yet to know ) AGS as claimed made table profits- 7 cr So any more theatrical profits are surplus to them. Gross targets Break even - 50cr to 58 cr HIT - 58 cr to 72.5 cr Super hit - 72.6 to 87 cr Blockbuster- 87 cr gross or more NEEK Budget - 20 cr (Without Dhanush fees ) Theatrical business - 12 cr TN - 6.5cr Telugu states - 1.5 cr ROI - 1.5 cr OS- 2.5 cr Non Theattical- 22 cr (Dhanuh factor) Table profits- 14 cr (Inclusive of Dhanush fees) Wubderbaar did good job in getting deals. Dhanush and Co should be happy. Gross targets- Break even - 20 to 24 HIT- 24 cr to 30 Super Hit - 30 to 36 cr Blockbuster- 36 cr gross ++++ My expectation Dragon - 70 cr gross NEEK - 20 to 23 cr gross

H. Vinoth is presently working on Ilayathalapathy Vijay’s final film before the actor transitions into full-time politics. He seems to also have big plans to follow, with Dhanush lined up for his next venture.In a recent interview with Kudumbam, Dragon editor Pradeep E. Raghav revealed that H. Vinoth and Dhanush had met and mutually agreed to collaborate on a project. He also shared that he was offered the role of editor for the film, accepted the opportunity, signed the contract, and received an advance payment. Dhanush is back in action, and this time, he’s bringing his signature Raanjhanaa energy to Delhi! The Maaran actor is currently filming Tere Ishk Mein, his next Hindi project with director Aanand L Rai. Fans went into a frenzy after spotting him at Sri Ram College of Commerce (SRCC), with pictures and videos are going viral on social media.

Sasikumar- Simran song out / Virat- Nabha- Aishwarya groove to Ganesh Acharya Pushpa 2 style

First Single ‘Mugai Mazhai’ from Tourist Family Starring Sasikumar and Simran Released ! Chennai: The first single ‘Mugai Mazhai’ from the upcoming Tamil film Tourist Family has been officially released, along with its lyrical video. Starring Sasikumar and Simran in lead roles, the film is directed by debutant Abishen Jeeveen and promises to be a feel-good family entertainer. The movie features an ensemble cast including Yogi Babu, Mithun Jayashankar, Kamalesh, M.S. Bhaskar, Ramesh Thilak, Bhagavathi Perumal (Bucks), Ilango Kumaravel, and Sreeja Ravi, among others. Aravind Viswanathan handles cinematography, while Shaan Rahman has composed the music. The film’s editing is managed by Bharath Vikraman, and art direction is helmed by Rajkamal. Produced by Million Dollar Studios and MRP Entertainment, the film is backed by producers Nasareth Baslian, Mahesh Raj Baslian, and Yuvaraj Ganesan. The first look and title announcement video of Tourist Family had already created a buzz among fans, raising expectations for the film. The newly released first single, ‘Mugai Mazhai’, features lyrics penned by Mohan Rajan and is sung by Shaan Rahman and Saindhavi. The melodious track has been well-received by music lovers, adding to the excitement surrounding the film’s release. With a compelling storyline and a strong cast, Tourist Family is set to be a promising addition to Tamil cinema’s family entertainer genre. https://youtu.be/9X124-CoycE

Pushpa 2 Choreographer Ganesh Acharya's For Nagabandham Song featuring Virat- Nabha and Aishawarya Starring Virat Karn as the hero, directed by Abhishek Nama, and produced by Kishore Annapureddy under NIK Studios in association with Abhishek Pictures, the pan-India film "Nagabandham" is currently shooting an impressive dance song featuring hero Virat Karn and actresses Nabha Natesh and Aishwarya Menon, choreographed by Ganesh Acharya. Young hero Virat Karn is in the highly anticipated pan-India movie "Nagabandham," which is being made on a grand scale by passionate filmmaker Abhishek Nama. The first look, which has already been released, has created a good buzz. Currently, the shooting is taking place at Nanakramguda Ramanaidu Studios. They are filming a grand song featuring hero Virat Karn, Nabha Natesh, and Aishwarya Menon, for which a large set has been constructed. Music director Abhe has composed a blockbuster number. The song features energetic vocals by Kaala Bhairava, Anurag Kulkarni, and Mangli, with wonderful lyrics written by Kasarla Shyam. Master Ganesh Acharya's dance movements are set to be a special attraction in the song, which promises mesmerizing dance sequences. With the tagline "The Secret Treasure," "Nagabandham" takes shape as an epic adventure. Abhishek Nama brings his unique vision to both the story and screenplay. Kishore Annapureddy produces this film under NIK Studios, while Lakshmi Aira and Devansh Nama proudly present it. In this film, Virat Karn plays the hero with Nabha Natesh and Aishwarya Menon as the heroines, along with Jagapathi Babu, Rishabh Sahani, Jayaprakash, John Vijay, Murali Sharma, Anasuya, Sharanya, Eshwar Rao, John Kokkin, Ankit Koyya, Sonia Singh, Mathew Vargas, Jason Shah, B.S. Avinash, and Baby Kiara in key roles. The pan-Indian film "Nagabandham" blends a narrative inspired by ancient mythologies with themes of spiritual adventure, drawing inspiration from the recently discovered hidden treasures at Padmanabhaswamy and Puri Jagannath temples. "Nagabandham" focuses on preserving these sacred sites while beautifully presenting the mysteries surrounding the Vishnu temples of India. The film promises extraordinary production values and cutting-edge VFX, making it a high-octane adventure. Soundar Rajan S serves as the director of photography, while Abhe is the music director. Kalyan Chakravarthy writes the dialogues, R.C. Pranav is the editor, Ashok Kumar is the production designer, with script development by Shra1 and Rajeev N Krishna. "Nagabandham" is set to release in 2025 simultaneously in Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam languages at a pan-India level. The cast includes: Virat Karn, Nabha Natesh, Aishwarya Menon, Jagapathi Babu, Rishabh Sahani, Jayaprakash, John Vijay, Murali Sharma, Anasuya, Sharanya, Eshwar Rao, John Kokkin, Ankit Koyya, Sonia Singh, Mathew Vargas, Jason Shah, B.S. Avinash, Baby Kiara, Kalyani, Keshav Deepak, and others.

Technical Crew: Banner: NIK Studios & Abhishek Pictures Presentation: Lakshmi Aira & Devansh Story, Screenplay & Direction: Abhishek Nama Producer: Kishore Annapureddy Director of Photography: Soundar Rajan S Music: Abhe CEO: Vasu Pothini Production Designer: Ashok Kumar Dialogues: Kalyan Chakravarthy Editor: R.C. Pranav Costume Designer: Ashwin Rajesh Executive Producer: Abhinethri Jakkal Dance Choreography: Brinda, Ganesh Acharya Action Choreography: Venkat, Vlad Rimberg, Lee Witker Script Development: Shra1, Rajeev N Krishna VFX: Thunder Studios VFX Supervisor: Dev Babu Gandhi (Bujji) Publicity Designs: Kaani Studios PRO: Yuvraaj

Shankae says ED attachment legal abuse / Vidamuyurchi gives Rs 15 cr profit to Lyca : see breakup

Director Shankar {ress Release in full I wish to bring to public attention a recent action taken by the Directorate of Enforcement (ED), Chennai Zonal Office, in which they have provisionally attached three immovable properties of mine, based on baseless plagiarism allegations related to the film Enthiran (Robot). Till date, there is no communication from the Enforcement Directorate regarding the attachment, but the attachment was widely circulated in Media. This action not only misinterprets the legal facts but also represents a clear misuse of the legal process. It is crucial to highlight that the matter concerning these allegations was already thoroughly adjudicated by the Hon'ble High Court in Civil Suit No. 914/2010. The Court carefully examined the evidence and arguments from both sides, dismissing the claim filed by Aarur Tamil Nadan, which sought to declare him as the rightful copyright holder of the Enthiran story. Despite this clear judicial resolution, the Enforcement Directorate has proceeded with the attachment of my properties, relying on an independent report from the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), and ignoring the binding judgment of the Hon'ble High Court in C.S.No.914/2010. Furthermore, the private complaint referred to by the Enforcement Directorate has already been stayed by the Hon'ble High Court, Chennai in the order passed in Crl.MP.No.13914/23 in Crl.Op.No.20452/23. Given these facts, I am deeply disheartened by the continued action of the ED, despite a clear legal ruling from the Civil Court, which categorically stated that no copyright violation took place. This overreach represents a blatant abuse of the legal process. I trust the authorities will review their actions and cease further proceedings in this matter. Should they fail to do so, I will have no choice but to appeal against the attachment order. Attachment: Judgment passed in C.S.No.914/2010 dated 15.06.2023

Ajith's Vidamuyurchi's Producers Lyca Productions would make a table profit of Rs 15 crores after the OTT- satellite rights are sold and revenue from own overseas distribution ( made good profits) minus the India theatrical business revenue. As Lyca had not sold the Tamil Nadu area to any outside distributor and distributed on their own and giving it on refundable advance, no one will come to claim losses. Here is the breakup: VIDAAMUYARCHI BOX-OFFICE - AUSSIE INDIAN With releases of NEEK and Dragon. Vidaamuyarchi theatrical business is almost closed. So let's see final box-office; ROI is Rest of India and Os is Overseas Budget - 185 cr Ajith Re64 muneration- 100 cr Trisha- 3 cr Arjun Sarja - 2 cr Regina- 1 cr Anirudh - 10 cr Magizh - 6 cr Rest of the cast and crew- 8 cr Production - 55 cr (Including prints and publicity) Theatrical Business TN- 65 cr (Own release ) OS - 18 cr (Own release) TS - 5 cr (Outright sold) ROI - 7 cr (Outright sold ) Total- 95 cr Non theatricals OTT - 55 cr Satellite, audio and digital- 50 cr Overall- 200 cr Table profit (Expected ) - 15 cr Theatrical collections TN- 79 cr gross or 41.5 cr share (63% recovery ) Verdict for TN alone - Flop Telugu states - 3 cr gross or 1.65 cr share (33% recovery ) Verdict for Telugu states alone - Disaster ROI - 12.5 cr gross or 5.75 cr share (82 % ) Verdict for ROI - Average OS - 40 cr or 19.8 cr share (110% ) Verdict for OS - hit Overall - 134.5 cr gross or 68.7 cr share Recovery -72% Verdict - Below Average Profit/ loss TN- Producer: 36 cr , Distributors- NA Telugu states- Producer: 4.5 cr , Distributors : - 2.25 cr ROI - Producer : 7.2 cr , Distributors: -1.25 cr OS- Produxer : 18.1 cr , Distributors- NA Overall- Producers Theatraical revenue- 65.8 cr Distributors losses- 3.5 cr Producer final statement : 65.8 + 105- 185 = - 14.2 cr Conclusion- Lyca lost 14.2 cr Distributors lost 3.5 cr Movie Verdict is below average Source Balus box office

Bharathiraja- Rio Raj- Sandy film on March 7th / Vijay Antony concert tops search

Live music and concerts are becoming more popular, with a 43% increase in searches for events like Coldplay, Taylor Swif, Vijay Antony, and Diljit Dosanjh concerts according to Kantar India search report. here is a growing interest in thrillers, crime, and horror genres, while traditional action movies see a decline. Cricket continues to captivate the nation with 223.4 million average monthly searches, and a notable rise in interest in women’s cricket, which saw a 103% increase in searches. Other sports like Kabaddi, Hockey, and eSports are gaining traction, with Kabaddi searches increasing by 75% and Hockey by 40%, reflecting India’s expanding sports culture. The data suggests strong fan following for digital personalities in equal or even bigger proportions to actors and traditional celebrities. In General, National celebs, influencers and vloggers drove higher volume (3M, +47%) than global celebs (2M, +24%) and regional celebs (754K, -11%). Soumya Mohanty, MD, Chief Client Officer- South Asia, Insights Division, Kantar said: “The ‘India in Search’ report offers invaluable insights into the evolving search behaviours of Indian consumers. By leveraging Kantar’s search and social analytics capabilities, brands and marketers can better connect with their audiences and create more impactful strategies that resonate with the dynamic Indian market.”

Niram Marum Ulagil, starring Bharathiraja in the lead role, is all set to hit theatres on March 7, the makers announced on Sunday. Also starring Natty, Sandy, and Rio Raj, the emotional drama marks the directorial debut of Britto JB, who has previously directed several advertisements.ne story is set in Mumbai and has Natty headlining it, another is set to take place in Velankanni, Nagapattinam. "Rio Raj is at the centre of this segment, which navigates the lives of fisherfolk in the area. The third one happens in a housing board in Chennai with Sandy as lead, and the fourth story has Bharathiraja living in a village near Thiruttani. All of these stories have a small connection in them The ensemble cast of Niram Marum Ulagil also includes Yogi Babu, Vadivukkarasi, Suresh Menon, Aadukalam Naren, Mime Gopi, Vigneshkanth, Rishikanth, Kaniha, Namo Narayana, and Kaavya Arivumani, among others. On the technical team, Niram Marum Ulagil has Dev Prakash Regan as the music director, Mallika Arjun and Manikanda Raja as cinematographers, and Tamil Arasan as the editor. The film is a joint production between Signature Productionz and GS Cinema Internationa

Ajith to rock with Simran in Good Bad Ugly / Keerthi Pandian back with Akenam

Ajith fans have a good news. The Valee jodi is coming back in Good Bad and Ugly. Yes Simran and Ajith in the film. Simran acted in two films with Ajith and second was Unnai kodu Ennai tharuven directed by Kavee Kalidas. It was a disaster. Actually Simran- Thalapathy made a great combo and has some good rollicking songs together. Already Trisha is the heroine and their last outing was Vidamuyurchi , a disaster. Though majority feel that it was not a bad film, the unnecessary divorce= extra martial portions took the sheen off the lead pair. The gut feeling is that GBU should cover up the VM disaster. April 10 is release date and next week comes the teaser. GVP songs magic has yet to take off. According to sources, Good Bad Ugly will have a minimum of 10 elevation scenes for the actor Ajith Kumar and will be a mass commercial package and have the potential to become a blockbuster success similar to Rajinikanth’s Jailer.

Simran’s upcoming film Tourist Family with Sasikumar has come in for praise. Overseas Distributor of the film wrote on X - Vithurs, who has bought the overseas rights of director Abhishan Jeevinth’s upcoming feel-good family entertainer, ‘Tourist Family’, featuring actors Sasikumar and Simran in the lead, has called the film a “gem” and said, that as an Eelam Tamil, the film was close to his heart.

he first look of the new film, titled 'Akenam', starring the multi-faceted actor-producer-distributor Arun Pandian, has been released. 'Makkall Selvan' Vijay Sethupathi, actor Ashok Selvan, actress Aishwarya Rajesh - director Gokul - actress Ramya Pandian jointly released it on their social media pages and congratulated the film crew. Directed by Uday K, the film 'Akenam' stars Arun Pandian, Keerthi Pandian, Praveen Raja, Aditya Shivpink, Ramesh Thilak, G. M. Sundar, Aditya Menon, Seetha and many others. Vignesh Govindarajan has handled the cinematography and Bharat Veeraragavan has composed the music for this film. Divethian has handled the editing and Raja has handled the art direction. It is also worth noting that all the technicians working in this film are making their debut through the film 'Akenam'. This film, which is being prepared as an emotional work with entertainment elements, has been produced by producer Arun Pandian on behalf of A & B Groups.

Talking about the film, the director said, "The screenplay of the film Aakenam is vibrant and exciting. The film was shot in Tamil Nadu and Pondicherry as well as in some important parts of North India. The background music of the film has been recorded in famous music halls in European countries to ensure that it is of international standard. In addition, the film features the national award-winning Odissi dance master Mr. Gangadhar Nayak and his team, along with many North Indian dance artists, in the song sequence featured in the film. The film 'Aakenam' will provide a different cinematic experience to the fans." The shooting of the film has been completed and the post-production work is currently in full swing. The title and first look of the film have been released.

Chiranjeevi intro song / Karthi - Kirti Shetty- Yet another Kanguva like film for Suriya ?

Megastar Chiranjeevi’s Intro Song From Vassishta, UV Creations Vishwambhara Being Filmed In A Massive Set In Hyderabad Megastar Chiranjeevi's highly anticipated socio-fantasy entertainer, Vishwambhara, is generating tremendous buzz, especially following the release of its teaser, which provided a glimpse into the mesmerizing world crafted for the film. Directed by Vassishta and produced by Vikram, Vamsi, and Pramod under the prestigious UV Creations banner, the movie is shaping up to be a grand spectacle. With production nearing completion, the latest schedule sees Chiranjeevi's introduction song being filmed on an extravagant set in Shankarpally, Hyderabad. The song is being meticulously designed under the supervision of AS Prakash, the production designer. MM Keeravani has composed a powerful mass anthem for the song, while Ramajogayya Sastry has penned the lyrics. Renowned choreographer Shobi Master is overseeing the dance moves. The image released from the song shoot presents Chiranjeevi in a cool and stylish look with shades on, as he steps out from the car and gives a sharp gaze. Director Vassishta, who made a remarkable debut with the blockbuster Bimbisara, has poured his heart into Vishwambhara, which he regards as his most prestigious project. Collaborating with his favorite star, Chiranjeevi, Vassishta has created a fantastical world that promises to be a visual marvel, blending top-tier VFX, high-octane action, and emotionally compelling drama. The film boasts a stellar cast, with Trisha Krishnan and Ashika Ranganath in the lead roles, alongside Kunal Kapoor playing a significant character. Cinematographer Chota K. Naidu brings his expertise to the visuals, while the legendary MM Keeravani lends his musical genius to the project. Cast: Megastar Chiranjeevi, Trisha Krishnan, Ashika Ranganath, Kunal Kapoor Technical Crew: Writer & Director: Vassishta Producers: Vikram, Vamsi, Pramod Banner: UV Creations Music: MM Keeravani DOP: Chota K Naidu Production Designer: AS Prakash PRO: Yuvraaj Marketing: First Show

Directed by Nalan Kumaraswamy, the film titled 'Va Vaathiyar' stars Karthi, Sathyaraj, Rajkiran, Krithi Shetty, G. M. Sundar and others. George Williams has handled the cinematography and Santhosh Narayanan has composed the music for this film. T. R. K. Kiran is the art director and Vetri has handled the editing. The film, which has hot action scenes, is produced by K. E. Gnanavel Raja under the banner of Studio Green. The teaser of the film was released and was viewed by more than seven million viewers, setting a record. In this context, the first song from the film 'Vaa Vaathiyaar', which starts with 'Vee Pathikama..', and the lyrical video for the song have been released. This song has been written by lyricist Vivek and sung by playback singer Vijay Narayan- playback singer Aditya Ravindran- playback singer and composer Santhosh Narayanan. This song, composed with the captivating music of Santhosh Narayanan, a trendsetter in the Tamil film music industry, has greatly impressed fans from all walks of life. https://youtu.be/KqpWxzX-sGw

Is Suriya going to do a film with Venky Atluri of Lucky Bhaskar or Chandoo Mondeti of Thandel ? Chandoo says that Suriya has okayed a historical subject set 300 years back. This has set alarm bells as many fear it might be anothr Kanguva. Lets wait.