Appatakkar, directed by Suraj, will be released on July 31. The film wrapped up production a couple of days ago, and the film’s publicist has confirmed the release date as well plans for an audio launch in the near future. An official announcement is expected shortly .
Amy Jackson has joined the cast of GV Prakash’s next movie – tentatively titled Ketta Payada Indha Karthi. The composer turned actor’s film will be directed by debutants Shankar and Guna, associates of director Vijay. A source that did not wish to be named confirmed the new addition to the cast, and added that producer Nanthagopal who funded Romeo Juliet would be bankrolling this project as well.
A source close to the team of Appatakkar has confirmed that the shooting of the film has been wrapped up. Currently, director Suraj is super busy with the post-production work. Re-recording and dubbing are expected to commence in a while.
Lyricist Vairamuthu has been roped in to pen lyrics for the songs of actor Kamal Haasan’s upcoming film Thoongaavanam, directed by his long-time associate Rajesh M Selva.
Manisha Koirala, who was sensational as Kamal Haasan’s ladylove in Indian (who can forget this song?) and played an interesting role in Mumbai Express, will be sharing screenspace with him again in Thoongavanam. Manisha will reportedly play the role of Kamal’s ex-wife.
Director Selvaraghavan announced that the first look of his upcoming film Kaan will be unveiled on June 17 at 5 PM.
Actor-filmmaker Kamal Haasan’s upcoming Tamil-Telugu bilingual, Cheekati Rajyam, is the official remake of the 2011 French film Nuit Blanche aka Sleepless Night. According to a source, Kamal had bought the remake rights for a hefty price and is adapting to local sensibilities. In the original, a cop has to save his son and his own reputation in a single night.
Actor Yugi Sethu, who is best-known for playing supporting role in Kamal Haasan’s Panchathanthiram, will once again be joining hands with the actor in his upcoming film Thoongaavanam, which is directed by Kamal’s former associate Rajesh Selva.
He has hired French stuntmen Gilles Conseil, Sylvain Gabet and Virgine Arnaud to choreograph and co-ordinate some important stunt sequences in his upcoming Tamil-Telugu bilingual, Cheekati Rajyam.According to a source, a high-octane chase sequence was filmed under the guidance of the French stuntmen trio. Apparently, the scene has come out extremely well and the team is delighted with the output.
Actor Kreshna has been roped in to play the lead in Pandigai, which will be directed by Feroz and produced by actress Vijayalakshmi.
After long 10 years, actress Richa Pallod is back in Kollywood. Pallod, who was last seen as Trisha’s friend in Something Something Unakkum Enakkum, has essayed a pivotal role in director Sathya Prabhas Pinisetty’s Yagavarayinum Naa Kaaka, which will hit the screens on June 26.
Kamal Haasan will write, direct and play the villain in a Hindi movie titled Amar Hai. Actor Saif Ali Khan has been approached to play the lead in the movie. To be produced by Virendra K. Arora and Arjun N. Kapoor, the movie will have two female leads. The movie will also be made in Tamil as Thalaivan Irukkiran.
GV Prakash seems to be on a roll with his acting career. His debut, Darling, was fairly well-received, and he has completed two films, Trisha Illana Nayanthara and Pencil, which are awaiting release.
The first look of the Kamal Haasan starrer, Thoonga Vanam, was released a few days back. It featured Kamal kissing an actress whose face wasn’t shown. While it was speculated that the actress might be Trisha, sources now tell us that it is Madhu Shalini, who plays a supporting role in the film.
Later, she was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu for the fifth time in a grand ceremony which was attended by actor Rajinikanth, actor Sarath Kumar, music director Ilaiyaraaja and many other celebrities.However, this turn of events in her personal life did not slow down the actress, who, reportedly, had bagged three new projects. 2. 36 Vayadhinile: Actress Jyotika made a comeback to the Tamil film industry after a long gap of eight years.
Actor Kishore has been roped in by the Thoongaavanam team to play a crucial role in the movie, said a Times Of India report. The actor himself confirmed his inclusion in the film, but refrained from divulging the specifics of his character. He stated that he would join the sets of Thoongaavanam in the coming weeks.
Director Venkat Prabhu, whose Suriya-Nayanthara starrer Masss Engira Masilaamani hit theatres today, might not direct the Hindi remake of Mankatha as he doesn’t have time, said a IANS report.
Kanagam stars actor STR, Madras fame Catherine Tresa and Taapsee Pannu in lead roles.Director Selvaraghavan’s next film, which went on floors recently, has been titled Kanagam, said a Kungumam report.Music director Yuvan Shankar Raja has been roped in to compose music for the movie.Earlier, actress Trisha was considered for the female lead, instead of Catherine Tresa.
Sources close to the production team of actor Kamal Hassan’s next film, tentatively titled Ore Iravu, revealed that actress Manisha Koirala has been approached to play a prominent role in the movie. The source added that her role will be a small one and that the actress is yet to sign on the dotted line.
Putting rest to speculations, actor Kamal Hassan announced that his next film, which is to be directed by his long-term associate Rajesh, has been titled as Thoongavanam. Shooting of this thriller will kickstart on May 24th in Hyderabad.
Actress Catherine Tresa, who received critical acclaim for her performance in Madras, has replaced actress Trisha in director Selvaraghavan’s next, said an IANS report. Reportedly, the actress attended a screen test and was finalized for the role. Sources close to the team also revealed that the shooting of this yet-to-be-titiled film will commence sometime in next week.
Actor Soori, who is now busy with a horde of films, has been roped in to provide comic relief in Ajith-Shruti Hassan starrer which is fondly called as Thala 56.
Prakash Raj might join Kamal Haasan’s upcoming flick which is tentatively titled Ore Iravu’, said a Deccan Chronicle report. The film, which will be helmed by Kamal’s associate Rajesh, will have Trisha as the female lead, the report added. Rajesh has worked in films like Manmadhan Ambu, Viswaroopam and Uttama Villain.
Actor Kamal Hassan’s next film, which is said to be an action thriller, has been tentatively titled as Ore Iravu, said a The Times of India report. This film will be helmed by newcomer Rajesh, who has worked as an associate with Kamal Hassan in films like Manmadhan Ambu, Vishwaroopam and his upcoming movie Uttama Villain.
Director Kalyankrishnan’s Bhooloham, which has been lying the cans for a long time now, has landed in trouble again. The Hindu has reported that the Indian Overseas Bank has called for a Debt Recovery Tribunal as the movie as producer Aascar Ravichandran failed to pay Rs 40 crores.