Ambika - Radha Studio banned for Rs 6 lakhs loan by brother

Ambika – Radha – Sarasamma (ARS) Garden , the studio complex in Chennai is facing an unwritten ban put out by Film trade body FEFSI and Producers Council. The studio owned by the two actress is located in Valsaravakkam, a suburb in Chennai. The reason for the ban is that Arjun, brother of the two actress had taken money from top Producer Kattragadda Prasad by giving the studio as surety. Prasad is not just a Producer but also former South India Film Chamber President and a big force in film trade circles. Now reports say that Arjun has started playing truant by not returning the money nor handing over the land. Small budget films and TV serials use this studio for readymade houses, police stations, court etc. It is not known if Chinna Thirai Union is part of ban but FEFSI has said that till Prasad gets his money back, no member should work in ARS Garden location. Recently Radha conducted her daughter Karttttttta’s wedding in Trivandrum and gave 500 kgs of gold and a Rolls Royce to the bridegroom. Suresh another brother of the actress duo had worked with Ambika in her directorial debut.’

As a follow up our story yesterday see link ; https://southfilmy.blogspot.com/2023/12/ambika-radha-studio-banned-by-film.html , after talking to Producer Kattraggada Prasad who has filed a complaint with FEFSI union and Tamil Film Producers Council, we learn that the whole issue is about Rs 6 lakhs that Arjun Nair, brother of Ambika and Radha had taken ten years ago. The loan was not as advance to by ARS but as what is called hand loan. We learn that Ambika had inutroduced Arjun to Prasad. Now when the re-payment issue came up, Ambika has reportedly said that she has nothing to do with the finances of her brother. It is ironical that Radha who spent Rs 6 crore for her daughter wedding in Thiruvanthapuram and as per media reports gave 500 Kg gold and Rolls Royce to bridegroom, has not bothered to clear the debt of a measly Rs 6 lakh of her brother. Talking to FEFSI office bearers, they say that Prasad has always settled disputes of Tamil film industry in their favour during his tenure as South India Film Chamber President and secretary. Due to this, the union has asked all members to not report for any shootings in ARS studio. It has come into effect for past one month. Mohan Natarajan who signed Illena and gave Rs 40 lakhs as advance had moved the Chamber as she was not honoring her dates. Prasad issued an ultimatum that no South Producer should sign till Illena returns the money. She lost atleast two Tamil films and a Telugu film. Prasad in the Chamber seat had made it a practice to settle any dispute within 30 days. Arjun Nair is said to be in Thiruvanthapuram.

Tabea Mathura from Germany in Vetri film - PVR to release Bhai

Produced and directed by Siva R under 3S Pictures, Allan is a mesmerizing romance drama film with Vetri in the lead role. Makal Selvan Vijay Sethupathi released the first look of the film which is in the final stages of work. The film has been made as a film that tells the beauty of a complete romance life in order to relieve that longing as it has become very rare to find complete romantic films in Tamil. Alan means creator. A man who has been interested in writing since childhood and lives his dream of becoming a writer, an unexpected event happens at the age of fifteen. The film is the journey of his life till his love 40. The film is written and directed by director Siva R as a soulful piece of life's opposite incidents, a journey that flows like a river, love and spirituality written. The unique first look is getting a huge response from the fans. .. Ettuthotakk Nayagan Vetri has played the lead role in the film. Tabeya Mathura from Germany has played the female lead in the film. Along with them, Karunakaran, Vivek Prasanna and Aruvi Madankumar have played important roles.

The shooting of the film has been conducted in many places in Tamil Nadu like Kodaikanal, Rameswaram etc. and in many states of India including Kashi and Rishikesh. While the first phase of the shoot has been completed, the second phase of the shoot is currently in full swing. Details about the teaser trailer of the film will be announced soon. Technical Committee Production Company Name – 3S Pictures Production and Direction – Siva R Director – Siva R Cinematography - Vindan Stalin Music - Manoj Krishna Cinematography - Kasiviswanathan Art Director - K. Udayakumar Lyrics - Karthik Netha Stunt - Metro Mahesh Dance - Radhika & Dashta Public Relations - Yuvraj

PVR to release Bhai The film 'Bhai' has been made emphasizing humanity beyond religions. Adhava Easwara has played the lead role in this film. Nikisha as the heroine. Dheeraj Kher plays the villain. This film is written and directed by Kamalanathan Bhuvan Kumar. Produced jointly by Krishnaraj, Srinia and Aadhava Easwara under the banner of KRS Filmdom. Krishnamurthy has done the cinematography for the film. Composed by Jithin K Roshan, Editing by Idris. The film is being released by PVR Pictures. 'Bhai' trailer launch event was held at Prasad Label, Chennai. Sri Niya, the great-granddaughter of famous film lyricist Udumalai Narayana Kavi, is making her debut as a producer with this film.

TV Star Sidhu big screen debut - Vaibhav Aalambaana - Ivana film December release

Actor Sidhu, who won the hearts of homes and family crowds with his spellbinding performances in TV serials like Raja Rani and Thirumanam is now embarking on his journey in the movie industry through the movie 'Aghori'. The film is all set for the worldwide theatrical release on December 15, 2023, and the actor is keeping his fingers crossed, hoping for a good success of this movie. Sayaji Shinde's new dimensional avatar in 'Aghori' has been shaping up well. Motion Film Picture NIC Suresh K Menon is producing this film with debut filmmaker DS Rajkumar helming the project. The film revolves around the combat that happens between evil spirits and an Aghori hermit, who is a follower of Lord Shiva. This is an out and out entertainer that will impress the audiences of all age groups. The film has been shot across the huge set backdrops of Haridwar in addition to some major portions filmed across Kerala's thick forests, which includes the combination scenes of Sayaji Shinde's character and other Aghori hermits. The film will have top-notch Computer Generated graphic works, which will offer a tremendous visual treat for the audiences. Telugu actor Jakkulla babu will be seen playing the antagonist in this movie. Shruthi Ramakrishnan is playing the female lead role in this film. It is worth mentioning that she has been honored by Karnataka State Government for her best performances. She was earlier seen playing one of the lead roles in Tamil movie 144 as well. Mime Gopi, Siddhu, Darling Madhana Gopal, Riyamika, Madhavi, Vetri, Karthi, Kalakka Povadhu Yaaru fame Sarath and Designer Bhavan have played important roles. Vasanth is handling cinematography, who has already gained good recognition for his works in movies like Ego, Kalla Thuppakki. Four Musics band – crew of four music directors is composing music for this film and they are one of the most leading musicians in Kerala. Ashok Kumar of Akshaya Studios, man behind the generation of astounding CG works in Ratsasan has worked on visual effects for this movie. Jayachandran is the art director. The entire cast and crew of 'Aghori' is very much happy about their film's censor board committee members passing U/A certificate have appreciated the film for its promising content and engaging package of entertainment ingredients. The film will have its theatrical release on December 15, 2023, and PVR Pictures is releasing it.

Actor Vaibhav film titled Aalambana makers on Saturday announced that the film is set to hit the theatres on December 15. Directed by debutant Pari K Vijay, the film is backed by KJR Studios and Oustubh Entertainments. The film, a fantasy comedy, has Munishkanth playing the role of a Genie. Aalambana has Parvati playing the female lead. The other stars in the cast include Robo Shankar, Kaali Venkat, Murali Sharma, Dindugal I Leoni and Anandraj. Vedalam-fame Kabir Duhan Singh plays the villain. . The film which went on floors by end of 2019, wrapped up the shoot in 2021. The film has music by Hip Hop Tamizha, cinematography by Nedunalvaadai-fame Vinoth Ramaswamy, and editing by San Lokesh.

Directed by debutant director Mantra Veerapandian and produced by GS Cinema International, the first look of Ivana and Venkat Senguttuvan in the lead role, 'Mathimaaran', a diverse thriller-drama, is out. Don't judge the book by its cover There is one of the best sayings in the world, and that is the center of the film. The story of the film is the hero's search for his twin sister. Mandra Veerapandian, who worked as an assistant director to famous director Bala, will make his directorial debut with this film. Mantra Veerapandian has made the story of body shaming in any way wrong and questioning the society's view of the disabled in a thrilling screenplay with a different thriller drama. In the first look of the film which is out now, a constable is sitting on a jeep with the lead characters of the film. The first look has fueled the excitement for the film and promises fans a quality thriller experience. The film stars Venkat Senguttuvan in the lead role with Ivana of Nachiyar and Love Today fame playing the lead role. Along with them, Aaradhya, MS Bhaskar, 'Aadukalam' Naren, Bhava Chelaturai, E. Praveen Kumar, Sudarsan Govind have played important roles. All the work of the film has been completed and now the final stages for the release are underway. Trailer, music and screen release details of the film will be announced soon. The film will be released in theaters across Tamil Nadu by a new company called Poppins Studios.

set to hit the theatres on December 15. Directed by debutant Pari K Vijay, the film is backed by KJR Studios and Oustubh Entertainments. The film, a fantasy comedy, has Munishkanth playing the role of a Genie. Aalambana has Parvati playing the female lead. The other stars in the cast include Robo Shankar, Kaali Venkat, Murali Sharma, Dindugal I Leoni and Anandraj. Vedalam-fame Kabir Duhan Singh plays the villain. . The film which went on floors by end of 2019, wrapped up the shoot in 2021. The film has music by Hip Hop Tamizha, cinematography by Nedunalvaadai-fame Vinoth Ramaswamy, and editing by San Lokesh.

Atlee's Jawaan at the Hollywood Awards - SRK on Dunki Look - Rocking Star Yash, Geetu Mohandas film confirmed

 Bollywood King Shah Rukh Khan and director Atlee's Jawan, which has created many new records in the history of Indian film industry, is currently shortlisted for the Hollywood Creative Alliance Award. With this, director Atlee has made a record as a Tamil director who has entered Hollywood.

Atlee is the director who gave a new shape to commercial films in Tamil cinema and turned leading stars into blockbuster heroes. Director Atlee made India look back with "Jawaan", which created a historical record in Tamil cinema collections and then starred Bollywood king Shah Rukh Khan. Atlee, who started his journey in the film world with the blockbuster success of Raja Rani, reached the peak with films such as Theri, Mersal and Bigil, and now with 'Jawan' he has made a record as the first Tamil director to feature in Hollywood.

Directed by Atlee and presented by Red Chillies Entertainment, King Khan Shah Rukh Khan starrer 'Jawaan' became a blockbuster hit in all leading languages ​​of India. The film received 3.5 crore audience in theaters in India and grossed Rs 1080 crore, making it the first film in India.

This film, which has created many new historical achievements, has been shortlisted for the Hollywood Creative Alliance Award for the best films in the world, which is presented annually in Hollywood. Fans are excitedly celebrating the fact that a Tamil artist's work has been ranked among the world's best. They are also appreciating director Atlee.

Dunki Drop 4 arrived with a plethora of emotions that touched the hearts of millions. The trailer showcased the cast of the film portrayed by extremely talented Boman Irani, Taapsee Pannu, Vicky Kaushal, Vikram Kochhar, and Anil Grover, along with Shah Rukh Khan. While every character is interesting and has a story of its own, Shah Rukh Khan has made a comeback in his soft and charming avatar. This is indeed a big reason for the fans to watch out in Dunki and the evidence of the same was witnessed in a recent #AskSrk session when a fan asked about the key to his character to SRK.

A journey of transformation

When a fan asked, "#AskSRK Dunki looks like having SRK from every decade since you’re working. How tough was the transformation? or VFX was used? Also, plans for 2024?"

SRK replied, "One has to work on physical attributes to play different ages…prosthetics and vfx and whole lot of team members have to work very hard to try and get it right. Months of work. #DunkiTrailer"

Keys to SRK character in Dunki

A fan asked, "When our sweetest Raju nd Abhijat sir came to u with this role for #Dunki nd u started your preparation by giving each shot in 25 different ways.. what did u feel was the key to this character Shah Rukh Bhai? Love u. #..."

While replying to the fan, SRK wrote -"Goodness. Honesty. Loyalty. Patriotism. #Dunkitrailer"

Dunki features an ensemble cast, with colorful characters portrayed by exceptionally talented actors Boman Irani, Taapsee Pannu, Vicky Kaushal, Vikram Kochhar, and Anil Grover, along with Shah Rukh Khan. A JIO Studios, Red Chillies Entertainment, and Rajkumar Hirani Films presentation, produced by Rajkumar Hirani and Gauri Khan Written by Abhijat Joshi, Rajkumar Hirani, and Kanika Dhillon, Dunki is slated to release on December 2023.

Geetu Mohandas well known for her performance in movies like ‘Thenkaspattanam‘, ‘Life Is Beautiful‘, ‘Rappakal‘ etc later moved on to direct few acclaimed movies winning awards in different occasions. Her latest Hindi movie ‘Liars Dice‘ became India’s officially entry to the Oscars tin 2015  (Best Foreign Language Film for the 87th Academy Awards). She is now one of the few Malayalis who has made it to the Oscars and few others in the previous years were ‘Resul Pookkutti’ for ‘Slumdog Millionaire’. Mohanlal starrer ’Guru‘ and Salim Kumar starrer ’Adaminte Makan Abu’ are only Malayalam movies which nominated as India’s Official entry to Oscar .  Now she is all set to direct Rocking Str Yash of KGF series and an official announcement has been made. We had reported this teaming up on April 16 th this year. See link : https://southfilmy.blogspot.com/2023/04/yash-rocky-bhai-next-with-geethu.html

The video which reveals the title Toxic - A Fairy Tale for Grown-ups, also drops a massive surprise for the audience with the promise of intoxicating them, and the date of release.

https://youtu.be/6bg5tM2jmUU?si=u_Al2aalVhT6lp1F

Film’s producer Mr Venkat K Narayana says, “We are delighted to collaborate with Rocking Star Yash for our most ambitious project till date. It took time because Yash and Geetu have left no stone unturned in something dynamic with a strong narrative and massy action . I can’t wait for the world to witness this spectacular and mammoth film we are making.”

Sharing her thoughts about the film, Geetu Mohandas said,”I’ve always experimented with my style of narratives . Although Liars dice and Moothon were received well internationally, I’ve always craved to find my own audience in my country . This project stemmed from that thought. This film is an amalgamation of two opposite worlds and aesthetics in story telling coming together and  I found Yash . Who is one of the most brilliant minds I have come across and I’m excited for our team to begin this magical journey.``

Rocking Star Yash’s Toxic - A Fairy Tale for Grown-ups, written and directed by Geetu Mohandas, will be co-produced by KVN Productions and Monster Mind creations. The film will be released worldwide on 10th April, 2025.

Kantara prequel First look - Lokesh turns Producer

 The Divinity Resurfaces Again with Kantara Chapter 1’s first look

Following the immense success of "Kantara: A Legend" last year, Hombale Films is set to captivate audiences once again with their latest cinematic masterpiece, "Kantara Chapter 1." The first look of the highly anticipated movie has been revealed by the makers, promising an intense and divine cinematic experience.

The teaser, which showcases an ominous yet captivating look of actor-director Rishab Shetty, provides a glimpse into the visionary world created by the Director for himself. The familiar roar that echoed in the first installment is back, setting the tone for the birth of a legend and the beginning of all. The teaser immerses viewers in the intense perspective of Rishab Shetty's character, creating an atmosphere filled with suspense and intrigue.

Notably, the enchanting soulful music that left an indelible mark in the hearts of audiences last year makes a return in the new movie's video. The teaser concludes with a unique touch – seven different ragas of music representing each of the seven languages in which "Kantara Chapter 1" will be released.

"Kantara" took the global cinematic landscape by storm last year, captivating audiences with its folklore-based storytelling that explored the intricate connection between humanity and nature. Hombale Films, renowned for its commitment to delivering pan-India cinematic experiences, continues to redefine divinity with "Kantara Chapter 1."

In a remarkable feat, Hombale Films achieved unprecedented success in the previous year with two mega blockbusters, "KGF Chapter 2" and "Kantara," collectively grossing a staggering 1600 crores globally. The upcoming release, "Salaar," is already generating buzz and is poised to be the blockbuster of the year, with its trailer launch scheduled for December 1st.

"Kantara Chapter 1" is eagerly anticipated for its release next year, with plans to captivate audiences in seven languages. The filming is scheduled to kick off at the end of December, adding to the excitement surrounding the project. Although the cast is currently undisclosed, the first look of the movie teases a journey into a parallel world filled with extraordinary storytelling. Get ready for an immersive experience that transcends linguistic boundaries and promises to leave a lasting impact on audiences worldwide.

Rishab Shetty and Hombale Films continues to redefine cinematic divinity with "Kantara Chapter 1," a testament to their commitment to creating groundbreaking and globally acclaimed films.

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Filmmaker Lokesh Kanagaraj launches his production house - G Squad

Lokesh Kanagaraj, one of our industry's reputed and well-esteemed filmmakers, has officially announced the launch of his new production house - G Squad.

Far-famed for his unparalleled league of movies like ‘Maanagaram’, ‘Kaithi’, ‘Master’, ‘Vikram’, and ‘Leo’. Acclaimed as the ‘Star Director’ for consistent blockbuster hits, the director has now collaborated with Superstar Rajinikanth for his magnum opus project tentatively titled ‘Thalaivar 171’,  produced by Sun Pictures. With a promising lineup of directorial projects ahead, Lokesh Kanagaraj has now launched his production house.

Director-Producer Lokesh Kanagaraj, G Squad says, “I have embarked on a new journey as a producer with G Squad, with the earnest attempt of promoting the creative potential of my friends, and assistants, thereby materializing new-fangled movies savouring the tastes of film lovers. The love and support of everyone has been a pillar in my directorial ventures. I look forward to the same support in this new attempt as a producer, and the movies created through this production house.”

The official announcement pertaining to his maiden production from this banner will be revealed soon.

Marking his new journey, leading stars and actors, technicians, and producers from the film fraternity have been sharing their best wishes for the grand and prosperous success of Lokesh Kanagaraj.  
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Arya on The Village Amazon series - Banita Sandhu in Advi Sesh film

 Banita Sandhu becomes Adivi Sesh’s leading lady in G2

Adivi Sesh's upcoming film G2 has left fans very excited. While the first look of the film raised anticipation, the film's leading lady has also been announced. The makers have shared the news that Banita Sandhu will be seen opposite Sesh in Goodachari G2.

G2 is an action spy thriller from the makers of Major, Kashmir Files, and Kartikeya 2. With such talented actors joining the cast, the film is promised to be bigger and better. Banita has been a promising name in Bollywood, having done films like October, and Sardar Udham. Not just this, she is currently juggling between industries ranging from Hindi, English, to Punjabi. Fans will be excited to see her in this avatar.

Talking about the same Banita says, "This is my first Pan-India film and I’m so excited to collaborate with such an incredible, visionary team. It is a role unlike anything I’ve ever done before and I can’t wait for audiences to see me in a completely fresh avatar. Working on this movie will be a creative delight for me.”

Adivi Sesh says, "I warmly welcome Banita to the G2 world, I look forward to an amazing collaboration."

The film is Produced by TG Vishwa Prasad, and Abhishek Agarwal, under the banner of People Media Factory, Abhishek Agarwal Arts, and AK Entertainments is directed by Vinay Kumar Sirigineedi.

My OTT debut with The Village has definitely been a different kind of experience.” shares Arya about The Village on Prime Video

Prime Video recently announced the global premiere of their upcoming original Tamil horror series, The Village. Inspired by Asvin Srivatsangam, Vivek Rangachari, and Shamik Dasgupta’s graphic horror novel of the same name, this horror thriller narrates the story of a man, who is on a quest to unravel the mystery behind his family's disappearance.  Arya, one of the most versatile actors of the industry has worked in the industry for over a decade and is now making his long-format streaming debut with this horror series. He plays Gautam; a man on a rescue mission to find his family, along with some locals in the village of Kattiyal.  

Speaking about his exciting project, Jamshad Cethirakath, aka Arya, shared, “My OTT debut with The Village has definitely been a different kind of experience. The show's concept, which is the horror-thriller element with a lot of gore, and a very rooted story was also never experienced in the Indian OTT market. I found that particularly enticing, which led me to pursue it further. The horror series is a class apart from all other horror genres seen on the Indian OTT platforms. A lot of times, the horror that we see in movies too is very restricted and one cannot go beyond a certain point while creating it, but here Milind (Rau - the director) has gone all out. I think this is a way for creators to believe in making this kind of content because people really want to watch these types of genres.”

Along with Arya, The Village features Divya Pillai, Aazhiya, Aadukalam Naren, George Maryan, PN Sunny, Muthukumar K., Kalairaani S.S., John Kokken, Pooja, V Jayaprakash, Arjun Chidambaram, and Thalaivasal Vijay in pivotal roles. It showcases eerie-looking creatures, mutants and an unending night of terror that relentlessly haunts a family, pushing them to the brink of their endurance. This original Tamil horror series is directed by Milind Rau and produced by B.S.Radhakrishnan under the banner of Studio Shakthi Productions. The Village will stream exclusively on Prime Video in Tamil, dubbed in Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada, and Hindi, with subtitles in English from 24 November.

Samantha reveals all - Gaddar 2 heroine in Salaar - Arya web series release date

 

Samantha bold bikini photoshoot for Bazaar magazine is creating waves. She did the shoot before going to Tibet. Currently she is on a vacation and recovering from her illness. Her interview to the magazine has won her fans support. “When I had a failed marriage(with Naga Chaitanya), and complications regarding health and career, I was downbeat. It was a very bad phase as I took three big blows in 2 years.” Samantha said in her latest interview. “I have seen people going down for a let less than what I endured. This is when I read the stories of actors who have gone through far worse and still had the spite to come back. This gave me courage and strength.” The actress added.

Simrat Kaur the Gaddar 2 heroine has been roped in to do a special item song in Prabhas Salaar that is releasing on December 22^nd. During the Gaddar 2 release, Simrat erotic scenes in Telugu film Dirty Hari went viral . She has done supporting role in Telugu film Prematho Mee Karthik . The song was shot in Ramoji Film City.

Prime Video Announces the Worldwide Premiere of Its Upcoming Tamil Horror, Original Series The Village, on November 24

 The series features Arya,  Divya Pillai, Aazhiya, Aadukalam Naren, George Maryan, Pooja Ramachandran, Muthukumar K., Kalairaani S.S., John Kokken, V. Jayaprakash, Arjun Chidambaram, and Thalaivasal VijayDirected by Milind Rau, The Village, is a horror series inspired by Asvin Srivatsangam, Vivek Rangachari, and Shamik Dasgupta’s graphic horror novel of the same name, initially published by Yali Dream Works. The show revolves around a man who embarks on a chilling rescue mission to save his family. A Studio Shakthi production, the series is produced by B. S. Radhakrishnan and written and created by Milind Rau, Deeraj Vaidy, and Deepthi Govindarajan. y. The series is set to premiere exclusively on Prime Video in India and across more than 240 countries and territories worldwide on November 24 in Tamil, dubbed in Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada, and Hindi, with subtitles in English. “It has been an absolute pleasure to collaborate with Prime Video and bring our labor of love, The Village to global audiences.” said Milind Rau, creative producer and director. “I believe a good horror series or movie is one that can leave you terrified to step out alone at night, where the sound of a twig snapping makes your heart skip a beat, where shadows appear to come alive around you. And I want to bring that kind of viscerally scary content to those who enjoy this genre. With The Village, I believe each one of us—the cast and crew—have managed to bring a show that will be enjoyed not only by horror genre fanatics but also everyone who appreciates a unique storyline and cinematic excellence that it offers.”