Bigg Boss Darshan film Nadu ready for release

 Nadu' is a film jointly produced by Chakra and Raj under Sri Arc Media. Saravanan, the director who gave the superhit movie 'Engeyum Vamai', which is still in the minds of the fans even today, has directed this film. Famous actor Darshan has played the lead role in Bigg Boss, while beauty Mahima Nambiar has played the lead role.

Singambuli, Aruldas, RS Shivaji, Inpa and others have played the main roles. Composer Satya, who traveled with director Saravanan from the film Engyum Always, has composed the music for this film as well. National award-winning art director Ilayaraja has overseen the art design of the film for Sakthivel's cinematography. Pon Kathiresan has done the editing.

While the final stages of the film are in progress, the music release ceremony of the film was held at Saligramam Prasad Label in Chennai last evening.

Speaking at this event, director Saravanan said,

“Most of the characters in cinema these days are shown as very intelligent and intellectual characters. We moved away from that and made this film a story about simple people. In this film we are talking about the problem of hill dwellers. The shooting of this movie has been done in Kollimalai area. An incident which I saw firsthand during a visit to Kollimalay many years ago affected my mind. I created the story of this film focusing on that event which had been in my mind for a long time.

I never saw Darshan who played the hero in this film till he auditioned.. because I don't watch Bigg Boss. Even before coming to the audition they showed his passport size photo. But seeing him in person made him seem like the right person for the role. I immediately started telling him the story. Similarly, when coming to the workshop of this film, I have told you to buy a lungi and tie it instead of wearing a band shirt. Since then he started traveling daily with this story. That's why even during the shoot he was able to memorize all the lines without a script paper,” he said.

When cinematographer Sakthivel speaks,

“When I was told that the story of this film takes place in the backdrop of Kollimala, I definitely thought of making this a different film. Accordingly, we have shot in many locations that have not been set foot in the cinema so far," he said.

When art director Ilayaraja speaks,

“When I saw that the film was titled Nadu, I did not understand anything at first. Director Saravanan showed me 28 countries when I went to the shooting location. The people there are living as a nation in terms of society, language and race. At the same time, they are simple people.. They are not adivasis as much as I observed during the shooting days there.. I understood that we here are technological adivasis.

As music composer Satya speaks,

“It is easy for me to continue working with director Saravanan as I share the same frequency. After watching the film, I realized that it needed a lot of background music. We have to start work accordingly," he said.

Film editor Pon Kathiresan says,

“This film is my second film.. but I have been waiting for a film like this for eight years. When watching this film, surely everyone who sees the film will feel as if they have gone to that place,” he said.

When Darshan, the hero of the film, speaks,

“When director Saravanan told me the story, at first I couldn't believe that I was in the film. I have played the role of a young man born and brought up in Kollimalai. The heroine Mahima Nambiar Sr. shared many things about cinema with me without looking at my ego. Makima told me that normally I wouldn't do all this and cheered and praised me many times during the shoot. I developed a good friendship with the actor Inba, who acted with me in this film. People who saw us were surprised that we were so bonded outside than on screen,” he said.

When heroine Mahima Nambiar speaks,

She shared the interesting fact that she entered the film as the female lead.

“The director told me about this film for 20 minutes over the phone. Right then I decided to act in this film. After that I called him and told him that I am acting in this film. He also agreed without showing much surprise saying yes. When I heard that, I was even confused that maybe the narrator had mistakenly left it to me instead of talking to someone else. When I went to shoot, I immediately asked him why he chose me for this role. For that, I had prepared a list so that he could approach a few people to play this role. When I called all of them, you are the only one who respected me and answered back.. That's why I chose you as the heroine..

Cinematographer Shakti has microscope eyes.. So far I have acted in many films where I have played simple village characters so my make-up is also very simple. In this film, I played the role of a doctor as a little rich. If you put on beautiful make-up for that, he will remove it little by little saying that this is the character of the village doctor... he doesn't need so much make-up. As a result, every time I put on makeup, I wonder if Sakthi sir likes it. As for me, I worked in his cinematography with trepidation.

Although I have only one song in this film, they have given me a wonderful punch song to play in the wedding special houses. It has become a wonderful song in Deena Master Dance. Darshan-Inba's chemistry is better worked out in the film than me. Darshan, who is in the beginning as a hero, getting such a bold character will take him to the next level.

Talking about the producer of this film Chakra,

“Director Saravanan has said what the country means in his view. You will know it when you watch the film.

When actor Singampuli speaks,

"All the towns in the Kollimalai area are named after Nadu. Saravanan, the director of this film, has known him since he worked as an assistant to AR Murugadoss. I have always watched any film directed by him and thought that I should work with him in at least one film. Accordingly, when I got this opportunity, on the first day I went to shoot, I said that I am not coming to act in this film.. I have come to serve with you. I like his social concern to that extent.

No one has ever seen the full potential of cinematographer Shakti. You will see in this movie. During the shooting, special chicken broth is prepared for him.. There is a competition to eat it. Darshan, the hero of the film, carries a girl on his shoulder and runs to high places in many locations where the film was shot. The reason is because the shooting location is such a hilly area. Before this, I had witnessed the hard work of those heroes when I worked in the films Pitamagan and Naan God. That is why they are at the height they are today. I saw a similar sense of commitment in Darshan too.. Of course he has a good stature in Tamil cinema..

During the dubbing of this film, I used to sing a few lines during the dialogue break.. After listening to this, I thought that the music director would give me a chance to sing a song. Finally, the director gave me an opportunity to sing two lines in this film,” he said.

When actor Aruldas speaks,

“A lot of commercial films are coming. But it's the small films that take cinema to the next level in every era. This film will also get such a place. I would say that the makers are really lucky to have made this film as their first film. This is a film not only for Tamilnadu but for the entire world.. Hero Darshan has given his work with great dedication.. This will definitely be a hit for him.. But he should not change after growing up.

Vivek's next after The Kashmir Files - The Vaccine War

 Filmmaker Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri's last flick, The Kashmir Files, received a lot of admiration from the audience and critics alike. The movie became one of the highest-grossing Hindi films of the year. Recently, Vivek Agnihotri grabbed the attention of the masses with a hint of his upcoming film to which the netizens have flooded the comments section while leaving the wild guess about the title of the film.

Now while putting an end to all the wait of the fans, the filmmaker is finally here with the title of his upcoming- 'The Vaccine War’. It's clearly evident through the title and poster that the film 'The Vaccine War' will open certain chapters about COVID-19 and vaccination drills in the country. A vail containing covid vaccine can be seen in the poster, and the message reads: “A war you didn’t know you fought. And won.”

The poster also brings along the release date of the film which is scheduled on Independence Day, 15th August 2023 while it is all set to go on the floors soon this month.

Vivek believes in making films for the audiences who are at the roots of our country and also for the world to notice what our country has really achieved So, the film will be released in 11 languages including Hindi, English, Gujarati, Punjabi, Bhojpuri, Bengali, Marathi, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, Urdu and Assamese.

Producer from I Am Buddha Productions, Pallavi Joshi shares: “This film celebrates the triumph of our excellent bio scientists. The vaccine war is our tribute to their sacrifice, dedication, and hard work.”  

This has certainly come as a big and most awaited news for the fans who have been eagerly waiting to witness yet another cinematic wonder from Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri after 'The Kashmir Files'. Moreover, with this announcement, the filmmaker has made us all wonder about how he will address this crucial and very important topic to the nation. The film will be produced by Pallavi Joshi of I Am Buddha.

Abhishek Agarwal who earlier associated with Vivek Agnihotri for The Kashmir Files will be releasing ‘The Vaccine War’ throughout the country through his Abhishek Agarwal Arts banner.

The makers have not announced the cast yet. It will be interesting to see who fits the bill to fight the war of vaccine and bring the efforts made by our scientists, on the big screen!

Producers of 'Ponniyin Selvan' Donate 1 Crore to Amarar Kalki Krishnamurthy's Foundation

 Lyca group chairman Subhaskaran and Madras talkies producer Mani Ratnam have donated Rs 1 crore to Amarar Kalki Krishnamurthy's foundation.

The novel 'Ponniyin Selvan' written by Amarar Kalki has been produced as a two-part film titled 'Ponniyin Selvan' by Lyca Productions and directed by Mani Ratnam. The first part of the film was released on September 30 worldwide and has been a huge success both at the box office and critically.

In this context, two companies, the Lyca Group and Madras Talkies, are delighted to support the efforts of the Amarar Kalki Krishnamurthy Trust, which is running to honor the fame, services and legacy of Amarar Kalki. And to promote the services of the foundation, Lyca Group Chairman Subhaskaran and Madras Talkies Producer and Director Mani Ratnam visited the Amarar Kalki Krishnamurthy Foundation. There, in the presence of Kalki Rajendran, son of Kalki Krishnamurthy, they presented a donation of Rs.

It is to be noted that this donation has been given as capital funding of the Foundation.

In gratitude to Amarar Kalki, the author of the novel 'Ponniin Selvan', the 'Ponniin Selvan' film crew has donated Rs 1 crore to a foundation run by his family members. Not only the screen world, but all his readers are praising this action of Lyca Group Chairman Subhaskaran and director Mani Ratnam.

Jai Bhim Manikandan - Mudhal Nee Mudivum Nee Meetha film completed

Actor Manikandan who played a strong supporting role in films like Vikram Vedha, Kaala, Sillukaruppatti, Jai Bhim, etc is doing the lead role for the first time in our prestigious project. This untitled movie is directed by Vinayak Chandrasekaran. Sean Roldan is scoring music for the flick. The film is produced by Nazerath Pasilian, Yuvaraj Ganesan, and Mageshraj Pasilian under the banners MILLION DOLLAR STUDIOS & MRP ENTERTAINMENT. Alongside actor Manikandan, the film has an ensemble set of artists playing key roles such as Meetha Raghunath 9 Mudhal Nee Mudivum Nee fame), Ramesh Thilak, director Balaji Shakthivel, Bagavathi Perumal (Bakhs), etc. Director SP. Shakthivel has worked as the CREATIVE PRODUCER for the movie. The technicians crew are Jayanth Sethumadhavan behind the Camera, Bharath Vikraman for Editing, and Srikanth as the Art Director. "Snoring Problem" is something that most people go through these days being the core content of the movie, it has come out as a commercial entertainer with loads of humor in a way that everyone would enjoy. The filming has been completed at a single stretch in and around Chennai, and currently, post-production works are ongoing.

Official : Wife Sakshi scripts - hubby Dhoni produces Tamil film

 

Dhoni Entertainment forays into mainstream film production with a Tamil film

How it happened ? Ramesh Thamilmani had collaborated with the sci-fi web series , graphic novel Atharava The Origin written by Adarsh. Dhoni was conceptualized in the superhero role and motion poster created and released by Rajinikanth. This was supposed to be India's very own Superhero from a mythological background. Rajinikanth's daughter Soundarya had produced a film Linga with was supposed to be India's answer to Marvel and Hollywood superheroes and boasted of being the only Superhero character based on a living LEGEND. Producer was Latha Rajinikanth and the family was left with debts and court cases.

Producer of this Athrava was one Vincent Adaikalraj and it was credited as Virzu Studios in collaboration with Midas Deals Pvt. Ltd. Vincent is no stranger to films as he produced a film MEOW ( Tamil film and not the Malayalam film recently released on OTT). Gayahthri Iyer, who played the lead was popular in Kannada films and is a known face in Hindi Telly soaps like Naagin 6.- Haiwaan the Monster.

Run up to the official announcement:  M S Dhoni was shooting next door to  Vijay  at Gokulam Studio in Chennai for Kauvery Hospital advt and both had a exchange of  pleasantries'. Soon it was Dhoni produces Thalapathy's next. It was a start and led to Mahesh Babu joining the cast and later it was Lady Superstar Nayanthara centric film. Next was that Sanjay Wadhwa of AP International was the executive producer as Rajinikanth had suggested his name. Dhoni's company denied it. It was reported that Dhoni was to do a Prithviraj and Kichha film.

Now Vijay ha two films and director- producer's  confirmed and Mahesh Babu has tied with Shankar and this means two years locked. Nayanthara is one left and as per Ramesh's revelation, Sakshi has given a family entertainer subject.

Why Tamil and not Hindi ? ;  Business Head says there is no Regional v/s Bollywood and it is South films all the way an so Tamil films and it will be available in multiple languages. Dhoni according to a popular folklore  in Chennai is a Sowcarpettai ( Chennai suburb where Rajasthani families stay) guy with North Indian parents and speaks fluent Tamil and so also his wife. Rai Lakshmi the actress still gets questions from media about her linkup with Dhoni.

Press Release note:    ~ Conceptualized by Sakshi Singh Dhoni, the family entertainer will start rolling soon ~

: Legendary cricketer Mahindra Singh Dhoni and his wife Sakshi Singh Dhoni’s production house Dhoni Entertainment has commenced the various stages of producing entertainment content, across all mainstream languages. Dhoni Entertainment has already carved a name for itself by producing and releasing the popular documentary, the 'Roar of the Lion', based on the IPL matches played by the Chennai Super Kings. “Women’s Day Out”, a short film about Cancer awareness was also produced by them.

The exceptional bond that Dhoni shares with the people of Tamil Nadu is eminent. Reinforcing this extra special relationship further, Dhoni Entertainment will be producing its first film in Tamil, a family entertainer conceptualized by Sakshi Singh Dhoni, the Managing Director of Dhoni Entertainment and will be directed by Ramesh Thamilmani, who has also authored Atharva - The Origin, a new age graphic novel. The cast and crew of the film will be announced shortly.

Besides Tamil, Dhoni Entertainment is in talks with multiple filmmakers and script writers to create and produce exciting and meaningful content across genres including science fiction, crime drama, comedy, suspense thriller, and more.

“From the moment I read the concept written by Sakshi, I knew it was special. The concept was fresh and had all the potential to be a fun family entertainer. I am honored and very grateful for this opportunity to develop this really fresh concept into a feature film story and to be directing the film as well.” Says Ramesh Thamilmani, the Director. He adds, “All of us are excited to kick start this journey and bring this special film to life for the audience to watch and enjoy.”

Vikas Hasija, Business Head, Dhoni Entertainment says, “Post Pandemic, the business of the mainstream films in India has become a singular entity, the boundaries are blurred and there is no Regional cinema vs Hindi cinema debate anymore. As more Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Kannada films are equally celebrated in the North, Dhoni Entertainment does not want to limit itself as a single-language production house. Our priority is to reach our Indian audiences in every nook and corner of our country, through meaningful stories. Though our first film will be originally made in Tamil, it will be released in multiple languages.”

Adding to this, Priyanshu Chopra, the Creative Head of Dhoni Entertainment says, “We believe that ‘Content is King’. We at Dhoni Entertainment are concentrating on content that explores our roots and stays true to the milieu with earthy characters and authentic depictions of our culture. Films with rooted stories always win hearts and our aim is to make such realistic films with universal appeal.”

REBEL STAR BIRTHDAY

 

Rebel Star Prabhas’ futuristic film Project K under the direction of creative director Nag Ashwin is the most-awaited movie, for various reasons. Pan India star Prabhas and the most successful director Nag Ashwin joined forces together for the first time to create a chef-d'oeuvre. Since there is a long way to go for the release of the movie, the makers are coming up with small treats on the birthdays of the actors.

On the occasion of Prabhas’ birthday, the makers released a new poster, showing the hand of the actor with armor punching the air. The words on the poster- ‘Heroes are not born, They RISE…’ specify Prabhas’ heroic character.

Big B Amitabh Bachchan is playing a lengthy and significant role in the movie, whereas Deepika Padukone is the female lead opposite Prabhas.

Celebrating 50 memorable years, Tollywood’s leading production house Vyjayanthi Movies is producing this golden jubilee project prestigiously on a high budget. Ashwini Dutt is the producer.

Sruthi Haasan- Mike Rowley in The Eye - shoot begins in Greece

 The Eye’ directed by Daphne Schmon and written by Emily Carlton is backed by Fingerprint Content and is co-produced by Agronauts productions, Greece’s biggest and most established production house. Shruti has already begun shooting for the film in Athens and Corfu.

After proving her mettle in industries across India, the actress has been making waves internationally with her debut in Treadstone, her independent music and is meticulously choosing subjects close to her heart, those which can create an impact across the globe. ‘The Eye’ is a psychological thriller that follows the story of a widow who returns to a greek island to spread her deceased husband’s ashes. Apart from Shruti the film boasts of a stellar starcast with names like Mark Rowley(The last kingdom, One day), Anna Savva(True Horror) and Linda Marlowe (The duchess) among others.

Shruti who is a WWF ambassador is so proud that the film will also have a sustainability consultancy Greenshoot on board. The company mobilises the creative industries to act on environmental sustainability and climate change. Since 2009, they have supported over 1500 productions in 26 countries.

Commenting on the film, Melanie Dicks, producer, says, “Kicking our slate off with an exciting debut feature for Daphne Schmon and Emily Carlton, The Eye is the culmination of four years of collaboration, an ambitious and hugely exciting period piece. We have an incredible team, with a strong stakeholder and production group. It’s an extraordinary project to launch with.”

 Shruti says, “It has always been my dream to share stories through music words and the visual medium of cinema the concept of widening that net and being able to do that globally is beyond exciting - it’s so wonderful to be a part of such a wonderful team that too led by incredibly talented women is something that is extra special ! It’s a beautiful story and I’m so honoured to share it with people.”