CinemaWith an impressive list of movies premiering directly on streaming platforms, here’s how actors and producers Suriya and Fahadh are using the Ott medium in these difficult times.Saradha UFacebook When the pandemic struck, the film industry came to a standstill. Shoots were halted and with theatres identified as high risk areas, the future seemed bleak and uncertain. But, some from the industry were quick to analyse the scenario and adapt to it. The first south Indian film to be made for a direct Over-the-Top release during the pandemic was C U Soon. Jimmy, who works in the UAE, matches with Anumol from Dubai, on Tinder. As they get to know each other better, they swiftly move from Tinder to Google Hangouts and so on. It is through these digital interactions that we are introduced to Jimmy’s world and its characters in Cu Soon. From romantic conversations and flirtatious looks,...
- 8/12/2021
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
CoronavirusSuriya had tested positive for coronavirus in February this year. He is currently shooting for a project with Tj Gnanavel, co-starring Rajisha Vijayan. Tnm StaffInstagram/ SuriyaKollywood celebrity couple Suriya and Jyothika took the first dose of the Covid-19 vaccine on Tuesday, June 22. Suriya shared a picture of himself along with Jyothika and wrote in the caption: “Vaccinated”. The duo was seen posing behind a board which said, “I am CoVaccinated”. Suriya contracted Covid-19 in February this year. He was also hospitalised for a few days and subsequently observed quarantine for a brief period at his residence. However, he resumed shooting in March this year. Sharing a photo from the sets of an upcoming project with director Pandiraj, he expressed that he is feeling good to be back on the sets. “Feels good to be back on sets," he tweeted. On the professional front, actor Jyothika, who is known for her films such as Mozhi,...
- 6/23/2021
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
CoronavirusActor Shantanu Bhagyaraj took to Twitter on Friday to announce the news. Tnm StaffFacebookActor Shantanu Bhagyaraj took to social media on May 7 to inform his followers that his parents, veteran actor and filmmaker K Bhagyaraj and actor Poornima Bhagyaraj have tested positive for the novel coronavirus. Sharing the news on Twitter, Shantanu said that everyone who was in contact with his parents, including the staff at their residence, have quarantined themselves. He requested everyone who has been in contact with them to get tested and urged followers to pray for their speedy recovery. “My parents #KBhagyaraj #PoornimaBhagyaraj tested Positive fr #Covid19 today. All of us incl. staff hve quarantined ourselves @ home as per our doctors instructions Requesting everyone who were in contact with any of us last 10days to get tested Pls pray fr their speedy recovery,” Shantanu wrote. My parents #KBhagyaraj #PoornimaBhagyaraj tested Positive fr #Covid19 today. All of us incl.
- 5/7/2021
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
KollywoodPrashanth and Thiagarajan’s home banner Staar Movies is producing ‘Andhagan’.Tnm StaffActor Prashanth and his father, actor-director Thiagarajan’s Tamil remake of the Bollywood hit Andhadhun is currently being filmed. The latest update is that Thiagarajan has taken over the direction of this film from director JJ Fredrick. Prashanth and Thiagarajan’s home banner Staar Movies is producing this film. Titled Andhagan in Tamil, this film will also star actor Simran. Prashanth will play Ayushmann Khurrana’s role from the original, while Simran will reprise Tabu’s role in this remake. Director Ks Ravikumar too is a part of this film’s cast. Sharing his official statement on exiting this project, JJ Fredrick, who directed Jyothika’s Pon Magal Vandhal, wrote, “This is to inform you all that I’m not directing the film, Andhagan, and good luck to the team. Thank you all for the support and love...
- 3/10/2021
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
KollywoodWith several Kollywood remakes in the pipeline, 2021 will be an eventful year for Tamil audiences and filmmakers alike. Tnm StaffFacebook/Andhadun, Facebook/The Great Indian KitchenAfter almost a year of staying indoors and not being able to go to the theatres, moviegoers are gearing up for a host of films to be screened in the theatres as filmmakers have big plans lined up for 2021. Many big- budget movies had to halt their production in 2020 due to the coronavirus outbreak but 2021 is turning out to be an eventful year for filmmakers. Production houses are now using the opportunity to fund remake ventures. Several Kollywood remakes are lined up for release this year. Some of the original movies made a killing at the box office, while some were critically acclaimed. Here’s a look at the Kollywood remakes that are gearing up for release in 2021: Great Indian Kitchen Joe Baby directorial...
- 3/6/2021
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
MollywoodThere are reports that Ahaana Krishna and Mamta Mohandas have been approached to play the female leads.Digital NativeMollywood star Prithviraj Sukumaran will play the lead role in the Malayalam remake of the blockbuster Hindi movie Andhadhun, which will be directed by Ravi K Chandran. According to reports, Prithviraj is likely to shoot for the remake from January 27. The major portion of the film will be shot in and around Kerala and there are also reports that actors Ahaana Krishna and Mamta Mohandas have been approached to play the female leads. An official announcement regarding the cast and crew will be made soon. Andhadhun is a black-comedy thriller starring Ayushmann Khuranna, Radhika Apte and Tabu. Directed by Sriram Raghavan, it is one of the most acclaimed films in Indian cinema in recent years. The film won several awards including three at the national level. Ayushmann’s stellar performance won him...
- 1/20/2021
- by Cris
- The News Minute
KollywoodPrashanth and Simran will play the lead roles in the remake title ‘Andhagan’, directed by JJ Fredrick. Digital NativeBollywood blockbuster Andhadhun is all set to be remade in Tamil with actor Prashanth in the lead role. On the occasion of New Year, the makers revealed the title poster of the film. Titled Andhagan, the film will be directed by JJ Fredrick of Ponmagal Vandhal fame. Recently, it was announced that Simran has been finalized to play Tabu’s role from the original. While several reports are coming up about the film’s cast and crew, the makers have roped in acclaimed director Ks Ravikumar for an important role in the film. Ace Director #KSRavikumar on board for #Andhagan @fredrickjj @actorprashanth @actorthiagaraja #Karthik @SimranbaggaOffc @Music_Santhosh #StaarMovies #Andhadhun Tamil pic.twitter.com/43wGixg7jD — Yuvraaj (@proyuvraaj) January 9, 2021 In a recent media interaction, Simran confirmed that she is indeed part of the...
- 1/10/2021
- by Jahnavi
- The News Minute
KollywoodPrashanth is reprising Ayushmann Khurrana’s role in the film.Tnm StaffAs a Christmas treat to his fans, actor Prashanth, who will be making a comeback in the Tamil remake of Andhadhun, shared a video of himself playing the piano. Titled ‘Christmas Treat’, the video shows Prashanth in a red suit and wearing dark shades, taking his place at the piano as he folds his walking stick. The actor is already in character for this murder thriller. While snow falls in the background that is lit with lights and Christmas trees, Prashanth proceeds to play Christmas carols on the piano, starting with ‘Silent Night’ and ending it with ‘Jingle Bells’. The film’s official title will be out on January 1, 2021. To be directed by JJ Fredrick, who had worked with Jyothika in Ponmagal Vandhal, the film’s music will be composed by Santhosh Narayanan. Actor Prashanth’s Staar Movies will be producing this film.
- 12/25/2020
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
EntertainmentThe noted musician of Tamil movies like ‘Jigarthanda’, ‘Kaala’ and ‘Pariyerum Perumal’ will make his debut in Malayalam with a Tovino Thomas film.Digital NativePhoto courtesy - Arun Titan Studio Santhosh Narayanan made his debut as a music composer with the Tamil film Attakathi in 2012 and since then has worked in several films. He is now all set to foray into the Malayalam film industry. Reports are that Santhosh Narayanan has been roped in to compose the tunes for a Tovino Thomas starrer which will be helmed by debut director Darvin Kuriakose. To go on the floor next year, this untitled film is scripted by Jinu V Abraham. The scriptwriter said in an interview with the Times of India, “For the movie, we needed someone like Santhosh and that’s why we approached him. He heard our narration and obviously liked it, that’s why he has agreed to be part of our movie.
- 12/21/2020
- by Cris
- The News Minute
KollywoodThe shooting of the remake will commence in Puducherry and the makers are also planning to film some important portions in Chennai.Digital NativeTamil remake rights of Andhadhun have been obtained by noted filmmaker and actor Thiagarajan. To be bankrolled under his banner Staar Movies, this movie will star Thiagarajan’s son Prashanth reprising the role done by Ayushmann Khurrana in the original. Director JJ Fredrick of Ponmagal Vandhal fame has been roped in to direct the Tamil remake. Now the makers have brought composer Santhosh Narayanan on board to score the music for the remake. The shooting of the remake will commence in Puducherry and the makers are also planning to film some important portions in Chennai while the climax portion of the film will be shot in London. Recently it was announced that actor Simran Bagga has been finalised to play Tabu’s role. In a recent media interaction,...
- 12/18/2020
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
Kollywood Actor Prashanth will reprise Ayushmann Khurrana’s role from the original. Digital NativeActor Simran Bagga has been finalised to play Tabu’s role in the yet-untitled Tamil remake of Andhadhun, which will be directed by JJ Fredrick. Talking to Times of India, Simran has confirmed she is indeed part of the project and is excited to be taking up this role. She said it’s going to be a bold yet challenging character. “Andhadhun was a landmark film in Indian cinema and reached audiences in different regions. Playing Tabu’s role is a huge responsibility. It is a bold, yet challenging role. But I am looking forward to essaying the part in the Tamil remake. I want to see myself in this new avatar, and I’m quite excited. It’s a character that will be seen throughout the film. I am confident that this will be another feather in my hat.
- 12/12/2020
- by Sreedevi
- The News Minute
KollywoodRecently, Suriya said that he would like to work with his wife actor Jyotika and that they are waiting for the right script.Digital NativeThe latest buzz in Kollywood is that directors Anjali Menon (of Bangalore Days fame) and Halitha Shameem (of Sillu Karupatti fame) are working on a script for Suriya and Jyotika to act together. If things progress positively, film buffs can get to see Suriya and Jyotika back as an on-screen couple. Suriya and Jyotika, one of the most favourite real-life couples in Kollywood, had shared the screen space in a few films prior to their wedding. However, post-wedding, the couple did not get an opportunity to work together. In this regard, Suriya had recently said that though he would like to work with his wife and that they are waiting for the right script. He added that they would sign a film only if the script...
- 11/6/2020
- by Meghak
- The News Minute
KollywoodFor reasons yet unknown, director Mohan Raja has opted out of the project and the makers roped in Frederick to helm the remake. Digital NativeIn what can be best described as a totally unexpected development, director JJ Fredrick of Ponmagal Vandhal fame has been roped in to direct the yet-untitled Tamil remake of Andhadhun, starring Prashanth. The makers made the announcement via a statement but didn't explain why Mohan Raja is no longer associated with the project. A few months ago, it was announced that Mohan Raja will helm the project and producer Thiagarajan had said he's thrilled to join hands with such an exciting filmmaker. Apparently, Mohan Raja has signed a new project with Ram Charan which he hopes to start and complete before Thani Oruvan 2. Therefore, it is being speculated that he must have opted out of Andhadhun remake to focus on his Telugu commitment. While Prashant will play the lead,...
- 10/14/2020
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
Following yesterday’s news that Amazon Prime Video India had made its biggest direct-to-service movie acquisition with the Amitabh Bachchan and Ayushmann Khurrana comedy Gulabo Sitabo, the streamer has unveiled a further six local titles that will debut exclusively on the platform.
The six movies all would have been theatrical releases, were it not for the ongoing cinema closures in India due to the coronavirus pandemic. Instead, Amazon has stepped in to give them a home, and will premiere each title on its platform in 200 countries over the next three months.
The films span five Indian languages. They include Anu Menon’s mathematician biopic Shakuntala Devi starring Vidya Balan and produced by Abundantia Entertainment, legal drama Ponmagal Vandhal starring Jyothika (Chandramukhi), and Penguin starring Keerthy Suresh (Mahanati).
Last month, Deadline interviewed Shakuntala Devi producer Vikram Malhotra about how the Indian market is coping with the pandemic, during...
The six movies all would have been theatrical releases, were it not for the ongoing cinema closures in India due to the coronavirus pandemic. Instead, Amazon has stepped in to give them a home, and will premiere each title on its platform in 200 countries over the next three months.
The films span five Indian languages. They include Anu Menon’s mathematician biopic Shakuntala Devi starring Vidya Balan and produced by Abundantia Entertainment, legal drama Ponmagal Vandhal starring Jyothika (Chandramukhi), and Penguin starring Keerthy Suresh (Mahanati).
Last month, Deadline interviewed Shakuntala Devi producer Vikram Malhotra about how the Indian market is coping with the pandemic, during...
- 5/15/2020
- by Tom Grater
- Deadline Film + TV
All seven films are acquisitions during a time when Indian cinemas have been closed since mid-March.
Following yesterday’s announcement that Shoojit Sircar’s Gulabo Sitabo will bypass Indian theatres and premiere on Amazon Prime Video, the streamer has confirmed that six further Indian-language movies are set to do the same.
The slate, which will premiere on Amazon Prime between May and August, also includes Anu Menon’s Hindi-language Shakuntala Devi, starring Vidya Balan, and five regional-language films.
Shakuntala Devi, a biopic of the mathematics genius, writer and astrologer, is produced by Sony Pictures Networks Productions and Vikram Malhotra’s Abundantia Entertainment.
Following yesterday’s announcement that Shoojit Sircar’s Gulabo Sitabo will bypass Indian theatres and premiere on Amazon Prime Video, the streamer has confirmed that six further Indian-language movies are set to do the same.
The slate, which will premiere on Amazon Prime between May and August, also includes Anu Menon’s Hindi-language Shakuntala Devi, starring Vidya Balan, and five regional-language films.
Shakuntala Devi, a biopic of the mathematics genius, writer and astrologer, is produced by Sony Pictures Networks Productions and Vikram Malhotra’s Abundantia Entertainment.
- 5/15/2020
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- ScreenDaily
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