Narain in Mumbai Dhosth' '

After making a retreat from Mollywood for almost a year, young actor Narain is back with a bang. The actor who is donning a prominent role in the new movie 'Grandmaster' with Super star Mohanlal, has found another good role to continue with his comeback flicks. He will be seen with Prithviraj for the movie 'Mumbai Dhosth' to directed by debutante Fazil, an associate to Rafi-Mecartin and Shafi. Naren had earlier appeared with Prithvi for 'Robinhood' which was an appreciable hit.

'Mumbai Dhosth' in the scripts of rafi-Mecartin will be produced by Howly Pottur under the banner of Dream Team productions.The movie will also feature Tamil star Sharath Kumar in an important role. The shoot for 'Mumbai Dhosth' is expected to be kick off by the month of April.

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Karthi's stunning 'Alex Pandian' first look

The first look posters of Karthi's forthcoming, 'Alex Pandian' appeared on Sunday (February 19)'s newspaper ads and the posters make a striking impression, with Karthi's look as a commoner in lungi, smoking a cigar and holding two guns in each of his hand, in the backdrop of a slum
The posters strike a chord and establishes that the film will be an out and out action thriller.

What's more interesting is that, the team has adopted the title 'Alex Pandian', something people have always connected to with a police man, thanks to Rajini's performance as Alex Pandian in 'Moondru Mugam'. And these posters showcase Karthi as a commoner pushed into circumstances to fight evil!

What's your feedback on the first look posters of 'Alex Pandian'?

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Ravi Teja awaits a dekko hit in Nippu

The time is ripe for a dekko hit from Ravi Teja. This is perhaps after a long time since Don Seenu, which was directed by Sreenu Vytla, that we are seeing a big one coming from RT. (Yes, Dongala Mutha was directed by RGV, but he has stopped considering himself a hit-maker).

Gunasekhar hasn't had a hit since years. While some directors like VV Vinayak make ordinary flops, the talented director of Okkadu has made some ridiculous flops (read Sainikudu and Varudu) in the preceding years.

YVS Chowdary burnt his fingers badly by making a forgettable Salim, with Vishnu. The movie was released amidst the 'T' movement heat in December, 2009, and even Mohan Babu's political haters did not think it deserved their attention. They knew that Salim was going to sink without a trace at the BO.

Against this backdrop, Nippu is releasing with lot of hype. The hype doesn't owe a bit to anything else, except the confidence of the makers. The coming together of erstwhile Madras roommates for this film has the blessings of the audience. One wishes that Nippu raises like the way RT-Guna-YVS trio have raised in their lives from being 'no-ones' to notables in the industry.

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'Thupaki' to re-start from Feb 20

The shooting of Vijay's next 'Thupaki', which came to a halt following a war of words between the Tamil Film Producers Council (TFPC) and Film Employees Federation of South India (FEFSI), is set to get a re-start.
"Shootings of many films, including Thupaki, faced a hurdle due to the tussle. Now that the issue is expected to be settled thanks to the intervention of government, work on movies would commence soon. It has been planned to re-start Thupaki on February 20," sources say.

Produced by Kalaipuli S Thanu, 'Thupaki' is being directed by AR Murugadoss. Some important portions of the movie were being shot in Mumbai, when the wage row between the producers and workers hit a new low and the shooting was disrupted.

Kajal Aggarwal is playing Vijay's love interest in this action-adventure. "From February 20, the shooting will commence again in Mumbai. After the schedule, the cast and crew will leave for foreign locations," add sources.

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Priyamani's big film from April

Sri Shanku Chakra Films will launch a big-budgeted movie with Priyamani as the heroine from this April. The film will star a big hero, whose name has not been divulged. Prem Aryan is debuting as the director.

The producer says that the film's story and screenplay will be new. Priyamani's is the most important character, just as was the case with Kshetram. He says that the film will be made without compromising on the budget.

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Is Tamanna too busy to act in Mahesh-Sukumar film?

Contrary to the rumours that Tamanna Bhatia is the heroine of Sukumar's next with Mahesh Babu, it is said that she may not be able to act in the movie. The reason being cited for her inability to be part of this untitled venture is that she has her hands full.

The actress is currently busy with three big films - Raccha, Rebel and Endukante.. Premanta. Though she is acting with the likes of Ram Charan and Prabhas, a film opposite Mahesh Babu would still be a shot in the arm for her. Tamanna is said to be naturally eager to be the heroine of a Prince's movie.

Following the recent controversy which resulted in her case being referred to the MAA by producer Bellamkonda Suresh, she would be least interested to risk another stalemate. The talented diva has thoroughly impressed her 100% Love director so much so that he now wants to cast her in his next, but will she be lucky this time?

Watch this space!

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Parijatha' Press Meet

Parijatha Pitures Gallery

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Kolaveri...concert

In aid of NGO group for Global Animal Rescue the fund raising program of Kolaveri...DI live concert has been organized in Bengaluru on next Sunday 12th of February at Bengaluru Palace Grounds.

Tamil super star Dhanush, actress Shruthi Hassan and Anirudh the 21 years young composer with another singer Rakesh Achyuth take part in the event of live concert says Zubaidha Akthar, Chairman and Rajaram, Marketing chief of The Spell Fashion Academy.

Why this Kolaveri Di...song will be sung by Dhanush with his team on that day and thrills the youths. Kannada actor Yogish is likely to be local attraction for this concert at 7 pm on 12th of February 2012.

Gautham Pavate Associates joined the hands with The Spell Fashion Academy in conducting the event. The entrance to Palace grounds is from Krishna Vihar Gate for this concert.

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Mahesh Movies Reviews

After playing the Napoleon of Indian Mafia in Businessman, Mahesh is perhaps the most talked about star in South India today. The star opened up before the media and spoke in his style. In this interview, see him talk about what goes in judging a film, his views about the fighting the fans of top stars indulge in over records, his desire to work with Mani, and what he thinks about his being the superstar that he is.

Excerpts:

On judging a film:

After having done so many films, one acquires the knack for judging your film. After watching the rushes and dubbing for the movie, at this stage, you will be able to predict the film's fate. All the same, before the release, your mind goes blank.

My father (Superstar Krishna) can judge a film very accurately. All his predictions in the past have turned out to be true, thus. When he doesn't like the movie, it shows in his voice.

On improving his comic timing:

Before Khaleja and Dookudu, people used to comment that Mahesh Babu is weak when it comes to comedy. It was my conscious decision to prove that I can act well in comedy scenes. Especially when it comes to Dookudu, picking up the comedy in the second half was very difficult, because it was entirely Sreenu Vytla-type modulation.

On experimentation:

I am not thinking of experimenting for the next five years.

I would not touch his great films such as Alluri Sitaramaraju. I do not want to act in their remakes and spoil the image of the original.

On doing more and more films:

I would like to do as many films as possible. Wish everyone was as speedy as Jagan!

On fans' excitement:

Yes, I acknowledge that the fans of big heroes tend to fight over records. But, the fact is we can't do anything about it. I would say that they should not fight. However, they are carried away by excitement. In fact, I wish that more and more hits (for everyone) will come and make the industry a shining place.

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Thaman springs a surprise: Walks out of Rebel

In what may be called a surprising news, Thaman has walked out of Rebel. The music direction will now be helmed by the director, Larencce, himself. Without elaborating on the reasons for falling out of the project on his own, Thaman only said on Twitter that he was now out and wished Larencce Raghava all the best. He thanked the director for giving him the opportunity to score music for a film like Kanchana, which was a big hit in Tamil and Telugu, and which gave a big boost to his career.

In his own words, this is what Thaman wrote on the micro-blogging site, "My best wishes to music director Raghava Larencce Gaaru for REBEL I wish the entire team good luck." He added, "And I thank Larencce master for giving me KANCHANA which was a very big hit in both the languages:) but I am officially out of REBEL."

Thaman's music would definitely have been a major asset, but for reasons best known to the filmmakers, he is out. Though this is not the first time that Rebel has thrown up surprising news (Anushka was suddenly declared out some months ago), a major change at this moment of time is a big surprise. The film is slated to be released in May.

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Dhoni audio released

The audio release function of Dhoni was released at Prasads Labs here in Hyderabad. The event was attended by Prakash Raj, Maestro Illayaraja, Sirivennela, Trivikram Srinivas, Dil Raju, Guhan, Master Akash and others.

Speaking at the launch, Prakash Raj said that he was very happy that he had the privilege of having Sitaramasastry write the lyrics. He said that Illayaraja's music was the soul of the film. "When I wrote the story, I narrated it to Trivikram Srinivas, who suggested some changes. I hope that this film, which is about middle-class lives and education, will be liked by the audience."

On his part, Trivikram denied that he had made changes to the story. He patted on PR's back for translating the writing on the screen quite well. "He has pictured the movie quite amazingly. As for Illayaraja garu's music, nobody needs to give a testimony. His greatness is known to one and all. If there is one musician in the world who can give hummable re-recording music, it is he and he alone."

Sirivennela took the opportunity to praise PR's acting prowess. "Prakash Raj is a versatile actor. One must appreciate his good personality. He has chosen a good story with the aim of giving a message. If I could write the songs well, it was the faith he reposed on me."

Dil Raju drove home the point that one should lap up message-driven films. "We encourage romantic films and entertainers. If films like this are watched, more and more such films will come out."

When the turn of the Maestro came, he spoke in his usual style. "Prakash Raj has completed the movie in less time. The theme of the movie will make the Telugu film industry feel proud about Raj. I agreed to play music because of the affection Raj has for me."

The movie is tentatively scheduled to release on Feb. 10

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Love Failure Overseas by BlueSky

BlueSky bagged complete overseas theatrical and DVD/VCD rights of romantic comedy entertainer of Siddharth's own production Love Failure.

Siddarth and Amala Paul (= Deepika Padukone + Priyanka Chopra) are in lead pair directed by debutant Radha Mohan which is slotted for Feb release as Valentines Day gift.

SS Taman who is rocking with recent hits has provided a melodious and creative music with this film which is totally different to his trend and audio is already rocking.

Thanks to our regular exhibitors for their extensive support.

Our since thanks to producers Mr.Sashi and Mr.Siddarth and for giving this opportunity to us. Special thanks to Mr. Ram Chakravarthy who really helped to make this happen.

To become a part of this great project please feel free to contact

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Allu Arjun endorses another national brand

With Allu Arjun making an impact as the 7-Up brand ambassador, his brand value is taking wings. He has now added another feather to his 'ad cap'. Colgate-Palmolive (India) Ltd has announced Allu Arjun as the new face of Colgate MaxFresh, a top brand in the company's portfolio in Andhra Pradesh. He will feature in the new TV commercial campaign.

The reason for signing the Stylish Star is pretty obvious. He enjoys popularity in the State of Andhra Pradesh, besides having that guy-next-door charm. In fact, a press statement by Ms Rekha Rao, Vice President Marketing, Colgate-Palmolive (India), said, "Colgate MaxFresh is targeted at the youth. Today's youth is always looking for something fresh and unique. We are pleased to have on board Allu Arjun as our brand ambassador."

Arjun's brother, Sirish, has expressed happiness over his signing up the national brand. He tweeted, "Colgate has signed Allu Arjun as its AP brand ambassador. Glad both his endorsements (7Up and Colgate) are respected national brands."

Arjun shares the privilege of signing more than one national brand with Mahesh Babu, who is unarguably the biggest brand ambassador among the Telugu actors today

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Rushi to release on Feb. 10

Arvind Krishna-starrer Rushi will be released on the 10th of this month. The film, which is about the life of medical students, is directed by Raj Madiraju. The film is catching all the attention because of its thematic variety and because of the fact that it is produced by Prasad Productions Pvt. Ltd., after a gap of 30 years.

The audio of the film was released recently by Kamal Hassan. Supriya is cast opposite Arvind in this movie. Coming with the tag line "If medicine is a tapas, a doctor is a Rushi", the film brings a dose of drama.

The youthful charm is lent by the good-looking pair and the musicians Snigdha and Don-Chandran. Ramesh, the producer, says that the novelty of the theme made him take up the project.

In a month full of romantic entertainers and mass potboilers, Rushi, along with Dhoni, offers a whiff of high brow entertainmen

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Gantala Bandi adjudged best at international film fest

After it won an honour at the 17th International Children's Film Festival, held in Hyderabad last November, Gantala Bandi has got yet another distinction to its credit. The film was the jury's best at a film festival held in Bengaluru under the aegis of the Karnataka State government from Jan. 9-13.

"We are happy that our film received the Best Jury Award at the international film festival. We are planning to send our movie to foreign film festivals", producer Machiraju Saiprasad said.

Directed by Rukmini Krishna, the film is about how the people of Naranapuram, a hamlet, who have to travel by a 'gantala bandi' to the nearest hospital that is 40 kms away. They might reach the hospital alive or dead. The film's crux lies in how Vaishali, a girl, changes the fate of the village under such circumstances.

It is written by KK Ramachandra Murthy. The film is written by Subbu Eeranki

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After Nag, Nayan might act opposite Ajith

After keeping everyone guessing about her plans for many months, Nayanatara finally gave the nod for Dasarath's film. Just less than a fortnight since the announcement of the film with Nagarjuna, the informed rumours in Chennai say that she will act in one of Ajith's nexts.

The news should be read in the light of her alleged break-up with Prabhu Deva. It is now said that director Vishnuvardhan (of Panjaa fame) is keen on bringing back his 'Billa' (that's the Tamil version) pair of Ajith and Nayantara for a film to be produced by AM Ratnam. Rumour mills worked overtime and had it that Ajith will be seen in dual roles in this film but the makers rubbished it all. Anushka was initially considered for this role but since the actress is busy with her prior commitments and Nayan has made her comeback quite clear, the makers are keen on featuring her opposite Thala.

Meanwhile, many who have seen Prabhu and Nayantara immediately chipping in with unequivocal denials of their publicised break-ups in the past, are keeping mum now. With many sections of the media, including the national press, speculating about their break-up and the 'love birds' remaining silent, things are getting more confusing

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Anjana Sukhani goes Bollywood

How many of them would have the farsightedness (for want of a better word) to agree to go for an item song so early in career, even though many offers as leads are coming their way? Anjana Sukhani of Don Seenu has got that in her. She had looked for meaty roles ever since the release of Don Seenu, but none excited her so much. This was when RGV offered her a song in Bejawada, which she latched on to out of a desire to work with the ace director.

In retrospect, the budding actress took a very sagacious decision. This landed her an offer in Department, the Bollywood movie. She is working with RGV, who is this time in the capacity of a director. She has a seminal role in the film in relation to Daggubati Rana. Rana, who plays a police officer in the film, is constantly egged on by the heroine, who gives him emotional support through and through.

"The film focuses on the police system. Ram Gopal Varma is showing how they face the mafia in fighting them. I tried to learn something about the mafia before the shoot commenced", Anjana quips

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Nee Dookudu' Meenakshi Dixit has an invite for 'Telugu Warriors

Meenakshi Dixit started off by making a raunchy appearance in the title track of Dookudu. She struck it well. Latest, she has signed a film opposite Srikanth in Devaraya. However, she is now in news for a different reason.

The girl has a big invite for the team members of Telugu Warriors. If they win the Celebrity Cricket League-2 cup, she will arrange for a special luncheon to all the stars on the beach side in Mumbai. The actress, who was seen cheering

Telugu Warriors in yesterday's match, made this statement on the sidelines of the popular celebrity cricket tournament.

With CCL2, like all star-studded events, hosting a number of beauties and divas for obvious reasons, more and more such bytes can be expected in the coming days

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Love Failure is for those in love, those who want to fall in love: Sid

Although it is coming from a new director, Love Failure is raising curiosity in one and all. The bi-lingual, starring Siddharth and Amala Paul in the leads, will be released on Feb. 14. Speaking at the audio release function of LF, Siddharth said that the film is for those who are in love and for those who want to fall in love, and they should watch the film for suitable results.

The actor said that he could get under the skin of the character very easily because he had failed in love many times in real life. "The novelty of the story made me want to produce it myself. Thaman has lent very good music after Dookudu and Businessman", he said.

In the film, Sid loves Amala Paul like Devdas loved Parvathi. However, there is a difference in the story. Balaji Mohan, the director, says, "Many love stories in history have ended up being tragedies. However, our story is different altogether. It is entertaining throughout. The film will be liked by all modern audience."

He says that the film will become a milestone in Sid's career. The film is currently in post-production phase. Nirap Shah is the cinematographer. Songs are by Srimani

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Allu Sirish to reprise Prabhas in Tamil Mr. Perfect

When he launched SouthScope and made it one of the most interesting film magazines in India, they called him the perfect proprietor. Allu Sirish, the younger son of Allu Aravind, is going to become a Mr. Perfect on screen now. This yet another future actor from the Chiranjeevi camp is going to act in the Tamil remake of Mr. Perfect.

At a time when our actors are eager to make a mark in new towns, Sirish has sprung up a surprise by choosing to debut in a non-Telugu market. It goes without saying that the actor will choose the best team with which to make the Kollywood foray. It has been said since many months that Sirish was seriously considering acting. Nobody, however, imagined that he will think out of box and test waters in the Tamil market.

Sirish, who shares facial features with his brother, Allu Arjun, is said to be grooming himself and preparing to make a dekko debut. One is reminded of Vishal and Jiiva, who might have been Telugu stars, but who went on to become well-noted ones in Tamil.

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Acting in smoking scenes: Mahesh's take

Mahesh used to smoke before he read 'Easy Ways To Quit Smoking'. The book brought reform in him and he was never to puff a cigar.

"I have stopped doing smoking scenes in my films. I don't subscribe to the argument that it is okay to act in a smoking scene if the script so demanded", the actor has been quoted as saying by a Telugu daily.

In his interview to the daily, he said that it will be good if top heroes restrain themselves from acting in such scenes. His contention is that fans will be easily influenced by their favourite actor's on-screen behaviour.

Mahesh indeed makes a point. It is not unusual to see those advocating against depiction of smoking scenes on screen say that top stars become the harbingers of harmful fads in youngsters.

Prince's off-screen behaviour has been marked by a sense of discipline and decorum, which has won for him many fans. In his latest film, however, his character glorifies Mafia takeover of the country and advocates Mafia-ism as the elixir of crime; but that's a different matter altogether.

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OREP' gala start

The BJP politician Jayappa Reddy producing the film in the name of Ashwath Reddy and Lokesh Reddy launched the new banner 'Swathi Cinemas' and son Sandeep in the direction of Dayal Padmanabhan.

Dayal Padmanabhan known as a good speaker of his contents addressing the media before the launch at Chairman's Club at Kodigehalli in Bengaluru stated that the film is based on the SMS message he received on his mobile. After reading the forwarded message he gave a though to 'In Life when you face choice just toss your coin not because it answers the question. But when the coin is in the air you will know what your heart is hoping for'. He had time to discuss with his daughter Meera and son Tharagan on the way to drop to college and school. The first round of discussion with this message was over with children recalls Dayal Padmanabhan. Later he spoke to Sandeep who was waiting for one and half years to launch. The family members of Sandeep agreed to produce the film launching a new banner. That is 'Swathi Enterprises'.

It is a Di-Angular love story says Dayal. The pattern will be on the lines of one of the top ten movies 'Rashomon' (1950) of Akira Kurosawa and I am using the 'Sholay' coin episode between Amitabh Bachchan and Dharmendra..Vijay Raghavendra plays a second division clerk in Sub Registrar office while Sandeep is second hand car shed owner. Dayal Padmanabhan is using the 5D, Phantom and Red camera for this film. He has chalked out 43 day shoot.

Power star Puneeth Rajakumar tossing one rupee coin at the Chairman's Club on Friday night marked the beginning of action and cut for 'Ondhu Rupayalli Eradu Preethi' Kannada cinema. Before that Raghavendra Rajakumar pillar of Dr Rajakumar family unveiled the banner of new film maker Jayappa Reddy 'Swathi Enterprises'.

Puneeth Rajakumar and Raghavendra Rajakumar are close friends to Sandeep who is making a beginning from director Dayal Padmanabhan 'OREP'.

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Elephant release 'CL' audio

The crazy thought of director of caliber Kavitha Lankesh in association with Red FM to release the audio of 'Crazy Loka' at Gemini Circus from an elephant before the 5 pm show was successful.

Unveiling the audio CD placard first and a Russian ring dance to treat the invitees were organized before an elephant came and lifted the CD bag from its trunk. There was applauding even from the spectators who had gathered for the next show of Gemini Circus.

Feeling pride for such crazy thought the director of the film Kavitha Lankesh disclosed that the film is ready for release soon. She declined to answer the question whether Galabe...song featuring Ramya has been completed or not. According to sources the Galabe Galabe...song was shot featuring Ramya at Mysore Lamps.

On behalf of the Confident Group Ms Sumana stated that the film 'Crazy Loka' is made at a cost of Rs.6 crores. Music director Manikanth Khadri was extremely happy for such publicity for the film.

Lahari Recording Velu was happy for release of his audio at Gemini Circus. He remembered 'Mera Naam Joker' of doyen of Hindi cinema Raj Kapoor on this occasion.

Financier Mahesh Kothari, distributor Basha, Sundar of Confident group, actress Harshika Poonacha and Surya were present. The key actors of 'Crazy Loka' V Ravichandran and Daisy Boppanna were not present at the audio release

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Komalkumar another record

'Kal Manja' of Kannada cinema Komalkumar ready for release film 'Govindayanamaha' film song Pyaar Ge Agbuttaithe....has set a record as over 65000 people have watched in three days time on You Tube.

Reacting first to this correspondent in an SMS message Komalkumar said Comedy movies will not concentrate on songs usually but I insist on good songs that has paid from 'Govindayanamaha' .

The song Pyar Ge Agbuttaithe....shot in Bijapur featuring Komalkumar and Parul with co dancers has the olden day's style and Urdu style of singing. It is a four minutes song penned by director of the film Pawan Wadeyar. Chetan and Indhu Nagaraj is among the top three downloads with Arakshaka and Chingari film songs up in the chart. To in the list music director Gurukiran has composed the songs for 'Govindayanamaha'.

Producer B Suresh further explain that the films like Paramathma and Jackie film songs on You Tube after 100 days have achieved over one lakh viewers while 'Govindayanamaha' has got over 50000 in just three days. The film is slated for release in the third week of February says B Suresh.

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Shibu, back to scripting

After a while, noted scriptwriter and lyricist Shibu Chakarvarthy will be once again penning scripts for Malayalam cinema. His comeback will be through the movie titled as 'Mercara', to be directed by Senthil. Shibu was last seen as a scriptwriter for the film 'Churam' which was one of the last from late director Bharathan. Divya Unni and Manoj K Jayan were the lead artists of this movie which was told in the backdrop of forest and its dwellers. Earlier in the late eighties Shibu had created many hits like Manu Uncle, Adharvam, Orkkapurathu and Samrajyam.

Many will remember that some other lyricists of Mollywood like P Bhaskaran, Yusaf Ali Kechery and Gireesh Puthencherry also excelled as scriptwriters contributing to many hits of the yesteryears.

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916 KDM Prema' On Location

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'Maatraan': 70% wrapped

KV Anand - Suriya Sivakumar's forthcoming 'Maatraan' is much expected due to reasons many. Nearly 70% of the shooting has been wrapped and as earlier reported some high voltage action scenes were canned in Chennai at a huge set erected in OMR.

The team will be shortly leaving to Hyderabad to Ramoji Film City where a week's schedule has been planned.

'Maatraan' sees Suriya in several looks and the actor also got three tattoos in his hand for the film. It has Kajal Aggarwal opposite him with Isha Sharvani in an item number and Sachin Khedekar playing the bad guy. The film has been shot in several locales including Russia, Croatia and Macedonia.

AGS Entertainment will release the film big in mid 2012. The film is touted to be Suriya's biggest release so far in his career.

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Manasi and Spoorthi in 'Pandhya'

Two good performers in the beginning stage of career Spoorthi and Manasi are heroines for 'Pandhya'...Game of Life by director Devu.

Spoorthi shot in to fame from 'Josh' appeared in a few good films but the heroine spot was eluding her. The recent two films of Spoorthi - Madhuve Mane and Bodyguard got her good recognition. Now in Pandhya she is sharing the space with another talented Manasi.

Manasi a multi talented youngster was found in small screen first from 'Guptha Gamini' television serial. She was spotted in big screen for 'Aptha' Kannada cinema. A dancer, Yoga exponent, trekking girl, swimmer, horse rider, gym and martial art learning Manasi acted in a small role in 'Mata' Kannada cinema. She is now in a sundry role in 'Gowri Puthra' as cop.

'Pandhya' with four heroes - Chandru, Suku, Ravi Markalli and Swami and two heroines Spoorthi and Manasi has completed shooting. Life is a game says director Devu . Sharat Lohitashva, Chitra Shenoy, Sanketh Kashi, Shylaja Joshi, Sangeetha, Muni are in the cast. Gauri Venkatesh is cameraman and Gopikrishna is the music composer for five songs.

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Poorna is 'Chattakari'

After much changes in is lead cast, the new project on the pipeline, the remake of 'Chattakari' has finalised its lead girl. As of now Poorna aka Shamna Kasim will be the one who will be trying to do justice to the role played in the original by none other than Lakshmi.

Shamna who hadn't yet fetched any big role in Malayalam will be taking this as a boon, which can make her dreams of making big in Mollywood successful. 'Chattakari' will be her first major project in Malayalam, though she had done the female lead in half a dozen movies in Tamil. The movie to be produced by Revathy Kalamandir will be also the launchpad of a new director, Santhosh Sethumadhavan, the son of director Sethumadhavan.

Initially it was rumoured that actress like Mythili or Nithya Menon would be in the title role. But the movie which demand some amount of skin show and sensuous scenes was later turned down by both these lead players of current day Mollywood, which forced the makers to look for alternatives.

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Jeetendra & Hema Malini to share screen

Gradually one can see veterans coming back on screen... Mithun Da and Randhir Kapoor in 'Housefull 2', Rishi Kapoor in 'Agneepath', Helen in 'Jodi Breakers'... And now Jeetendra and Hema Malini
While Hema Malini had been busy behind the screen for her daughter Esha Deol's comeback vehicle (Tell Me O Kkhuda), Jeetendra had been a supporting for his daughter Ekta Kapoor's ventures. Buzz is that the two veteran stars will be next seen together in K K Yadav's production 'Barbareek'.

According to sources, the devotional project will feature all the Mahabharat TV show actors. While Hema Malini will play the character of Bheem's wife Hidamba, Jeetendra will essay the role of a devotee.

Earlier, Jeetendra had worked with Hema Malini in 'Dil Aashna Hai', which was nearly 20 years back. Quoted Jeetendra to sources, "It has been a long time since Hema and I have done a film together and its always good working with old friends.

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Grand treat awaits Rahmaniacs

Over 100 orchestra musicians from Germany will perform live on Oscar-Grammy winner A R Rahman's composition in Chennai later today, as part of a program to celebrate 60 years of diplomatic relations between India and Germany.

Titled 'Classic Incantations- The German Film Orchestra Babelsberg performs A R Rahman', the program will be held at Sir Mutha Venkata Subba Rao auditorium at 7 pm. The team earlier conducted similar events in New Delhi, Kolkata and Mumbai.

The tour coincides with the celebration of the centenary year of Studio Babelsberg, a film studio located in Germany. After starting its tour in Mumbai, the orchestra then travelled to Delhi, Kolkata, Bangalore and now in Chennai, creating a new high point for music lovers across the nation.

Also inducted in the concert tour were about 30 former and current students of the K M Music Conservatory (KMMC), Chennai, a music school run by Rahman. "I hope to inspire youngsters to take up music composing in a big way through these concerts," says Rahman

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Sasikumar to produce Balu Mahendra's next

Veteran cinematographer-director Balu Mahendra is getting ready to wield the megaphone after a long break. Producing the film will be Sasikumar, who, like most of the modern day directors, is inspired by the 'Moondram Pirai' man.

Two important things about this yet-to-be-titled movie is that it would be made inside a house, which is being specially designed for the purpose on a suburb in Chennai. And the budget is just Rs 90 lakh, contrary to the multi-crore trend.

"Balu Mahendra always believed that script and characters are important for the success of a movie, than its budget. So he is making this film to prove this point. Sasikumar is happy to back the venture financially," sources say.

Speaking at a recent function, Balu Mahendra expressed shock that crores and crores of rupees are required these days to make a movie. "I understand that cost of making a film is high today. But still, I can tell you that a quality and watchable movie could be made in lakhs. And I am ready to prove it," he said. It looks like he is all set to do that now

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Darshan magnanimity

Challenging star Darshan has been frequently showing his kindness to people and animal. He has a mini zoo in Mysore and spends over Rs.2.5 lakhs in maintaining different animals at his farm house.

Now the news is that for his birthday on 16th of February is showing another magnanimity. From the profits of his film lauhcing on 16th February from his home banner 'Bul Bul' Darshan is not taking remuneration and the profit earned in the marketing of the film will be distributed to - Dinakar Toogudeepa, Director MD Sridhar, cameraman Krishnakumar, music director V Harikrishna and lyricist Kaviraj - all connected to 'Bul Bul' Kannada cinema.

According to sources Kajal Agarwal has been contacted to play the female lead opposite Darshan. 'Bul Bul' producer is Smt Meena Toogudeepa Srinivas, mother of Darshan and Dinakar.

'Bul Bul' Kannada film held the photo shoot recently and it is a remake of Telugu film 'Darling'.

In the queue for Darshan for release are 'Chingari' and 'Kranthiveera Sangolli Rayanna' is fast nearing completion. He has 'Viraat' in the direction of H Vasu.

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'Arakshaka' Today News

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With no opposition from biggies of non Kannada films (it happened for Ko Ko Koli Kothi and Sidlingu on 13th January 2012) super star Upendra, Ragini and Sada in lead roles with three more big names added to it - director of pretty good success P Vasu, topnotch music director Gurukiran and successful producer Krishna Prajwal raise the expectations of this 'Arakshaka' in which Upendra has variety of performance to treat his fans.

Director P Vasu after 'Aptha Mithra and Aptha Rakshaka' is once again with 'A' letter title and he has made very interesting screenplay of a cop aspirant subject. P Vasu and Upendra are enough to draw good attendance to the theatres


The film 'Arakshaka' (meaning cop) is releasing in over 80 theatres. The film shot in Kerala, Mysore, Channapatna and Bengaluru has five songs. Three songs were shot in Indonesia. The song written and sung by Upendra Thu Nan Makla Gandasra Neevu...has become a favorite song in the chart.

Krishna Prajwal of Udayaravi Films finding big success from 'Aptha Rakshaka' 200th film of Dr Vishnuvardhana is extremely happy for his Rs.7 crore venture 'Arakshaka'. PKH Doss is the cameraman. Suresh Urs editing, Venu art direction, Different Danny dance composition are other credits.

Seetha, Sayyaji Shindhe, Adhi Lokesh, Sharan and others are in the cast

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Venky-Srikanth's film is 'most stylish action entertainer'

Don't go by the get-up of Venkatesh, who has grown a stylish beard for the film with Meher Ramesh, and judge it as a Bollywood film. It is a pucca Telugu entertainer, say the makers of the tentatively titled film, Shadow. Produced by Paruchuri Kiriti, the film also stars Srikanth in a good role. Tapsee and Madhurima are the female leads.

The puja event of the film was performed at Ramanaidu Studios. The event was attended by D Ramanaidu, who switched the camera on, and VV Vinayak, who gave the first clap.

Speaking at the event, Venky said that the film is a big commercial entertainer that will be worthy of special mention in his career. Kona Venkat, the dialogue-writer, said that the story was written in a span of 10 days. He said that the film will be in the true style of Meher's previous films.

The film will be shot in Australia's Sydney and Melbroune, besides Mumbai and Hyderabad. Meher felt happy that he is working with Venky so early in his career.

SS Thaman has already completed composing the intro song for the movie.

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Radhika files check bounce case against Vishal

Vishal's 'Vedi' failed to work at the box-office and has now landed the actor in trouble as well. Radhika Sarathkumar's Radaan Mediaworks bagged the distribution rights of this film for Rs 12 crore and she recovered Rs 3 crore by selling the satellite rights. Vishal gave her a cheque for Rs 9 which has bounced!

Radhika, since Vishal isn't paying the balance sum of Rs 9 crore, filed a complained against Vishal for this cheque bounce case with the Nadigar Sangam and Tamil Film Producers Council (TFPC).

She has sought the help of the two organizations to recover this huge sum.

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Ramadandu to release in Feb first week

Writer-turned Vegeshna Satish's Ramadandu, which is produced by Bandi Radhika Narayana Rao and Bandi Ratnakumar on the banner of Nava Chitralaya Creations is busy wrapping the post-production works with Krishnudu and Soumya in the lead roles.

Director says, 'The film deals with certain points like why India is lagging behind in sports? Why only cricket is becoming popular and why not hockey, which is our national sport? Answers to all these questions could be found in our film. We would like to explain if the sports talent was properly encouraged, we are second to none and we too could reach new heights. Basically the film would be a complete entertainer. We are planning to launch the audio very soon.'

The film stars MS Narayana, Krishna Bhagawan, Kondavalasa, Master Bharath, Prithvi, Ajay Ghosh, Sriram, Jhansi, Master Teja, Master Ajay, Master Chaitanya and others.

Cinematography is by MR Varma. Music is by Sri Vasanth.

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Priyan to remake 'Marykkundoru Kunjadu'

Priyadarshan, who had been immensely successful in Hindi with his rehash of hit Malayalam films, will now take on Shafi's last year hit 'Marykkundoru Kunjadu' for a remake. This movie with Dileep and Biju Menon in the lead roles will have Ranbeir Kapoor and Suniel Shetty in the leads in the remake. Reports are that Priyan has decided to give the title 'Malamaal Weekly' for this remake which will be on floors by this February .One other Hindi movie from the director that is yet to get completed is 'Tezz' which also feature his buddy Mohanlal in an important role.

Priyan had been extremely busy in Kerala for quite some months working as the chairman of Kerala Chalachithra Academi and also rearing his new team in CCL, Kerala Strikers.

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