ListicleWhile there have been raging debates over whether a film adaptation of a literary work does justice to the original, some of these films have fulfilled the expectations of book lovers.YouTube screengrabWhat better delights a literature enthusiast than a film adaptation of their favourite literary work? While there have been raging debates over whether a film adaptation of a literary work does justice to the original, it is no doubt that movies make them more accessible. Apart from accessibility, cross cultural adaptations also bring the stories closer to home. Here are five south Indian movies that were adapted to suit local tastes while maintaining the spirit of the original works: Kandukondein Kandukondein (2000) The Ajith Kumar starrer is adapted from Jane Austen’s Sense and Sensibility which revolves around the romantic entanglements of two sisters who are forced to live in more meagre conditions along with their widowed mother. Even...
- 7/20/2023
- by AkchayaaR
- The News Minute
KollywoodThe film will release on Meeka Entertainment’s YouTube channel.Digital NativeFile PhotoTamil Producer Dhayanidhi Alagiri’s short film Mask is all set to premiere on Meeka Entertainment’s YouTube channel on November 7. The teaser for this short film was released online recently to a good response. The teaser suggests that Mask is about people who post irrational messages regarding social issues on social media, and the consequences they face for these remarks with the police. Director Ameer stars in a key role in the short film. The teaser was also shared by actors Siva Karthikeyan and Vijay Sethupathi on their social media. Happy to share #MaskTheShortFilm teaser.https://t.co/hJBbyPnIZ1 Congrats @dhayaalagiri brother ☺️ — VijaySethupathi (@VijaySethuOffl) November 4, 2020 Dhayanidhi Alagiri forayed into the Tamil film industry as a distributor with the Suriya starrer Vaaranam Aayiram, and later went on to produce several films. His first production venture, Thamizh Padam, bankrolled...
- 11/6/2020
- by Rajeswari
- The News Minute
TollywoodThe first part, a mystery thriller, was released in 2014 and went on to become a box-office hit.Digital NativeKarthikeya, released in the year 2014, had Nikhil and Swathi Reddy playing the lead pair with Chandoo Mondeti making his debut as a director. After five years of its release, the director has planned a sequel for it and has roped in the same lead pair. And the newest addition to the star cast is Anupama Parameswaran, who is basking in glory over the success of Rakshasudu. The makers of Karthikeya 2, which is bankrolled by People Media Factory, are planning to start shooting either during the last week of January or the first week of February. Locations in Uttarkhand and Himachal Pradesh have been earmarked for shooting and the team will be heading there soon, we hear. Reports are that hero Nikhil is doing a lot of homework for this project and will...
- 12/26/2019
- by Priyankar
- The News Minute
MollywoodThe film is directed by Prajesh Sen who has earlier made the Jayasurya starrer ‘Captain’, that won the actor a state award.Digital NativeHis role in the upcoming film Vellam is the most challenging he has ever done, wrote actor Jayasurya on Facebook, after sharing the first look poster. It shows him standing among bricks, perhaps playing the role of a construction worker. “After the film Captain, I am joining director Prajesh Sen for the film Water - The Essential Drink. A unique past of a man who lives among us, that’s what Vellam is. One thing is for sure – a person with his character would be there among our friends or family or acquaintances,” the rest of his post said. Vellam went on the floors with the official pooja held last month and is progressing well. The pooja of the film happened at the Anjumana Devi Temple in Ernakulam.
- 12/11/2019
- by Cris
- The News Minute
MollywoodRatheesh Vega, the script writer and composer of the movie has said, “Her character is very integral for the film.”Digital NativeDigital Native Thrissur Pooram was supposed to be Swathi Reddy’s comeback film in Mollywood but later it was reported that Anu Sithara bagged the role. Finally, the news is out that Swathi Reddy is very much part of Thrissur Pooram. Explaining about what happened, the film’s producer Vijay Babu had said in an interview to the Times of India, “She fell ill, and our dates couldn't wait. However, I think, the role was meant for her as our schedules got postponed due to the floods and Jayasurya's injury. Now, she is completely cured and is here all pretty and healthy.” Ratheesh Vega, the script writer and composer of the movie has said, “Her character is very integral for the film.” Vijay Babu and Jayasurya share a...
- 9/26/2019
- by Luke
- The News Minute
MollywoodDirected by Rajesh Mohanan, the action entertainer stars Jayasurya in the lead.Digital NativeDigital NativeA few months ago it was announced that actor Jayasurya and producer Vijay Babu of Friday Film House will be associating for the film titled Thrissur Pooram. The duo had collaborated for Aadu and Aadu 2 and this time around it will be an action entertainer that will have Jayasurya in a serious role. Reports also emerged that Swathi Reddy will be making her comeback to Malayalam films with Thrissur Pooram. While her fans were eagerly waiting for it to happen, the latest reports now say that Anu Sithara has taken over the role. Sources in the know say that Swathi could not join the sets due to date issues and eventually the role went to Anu Sithara. Anu will play Jayasurya’s wife in the film and it is said to be a performance-oriented role. Wielding...
- 9/5/2019
- by Vidya
- The News Minute
MollywoodThe film is directed by Prasobh Vijayan, who has earlier made the revenge thriller ‘Lilli’. Digital NativeJayasurya’s next film in the pipeline has been titled Anveshanam, meaning investigation, with a tagline: Truth is always bizarre. The actor posted the first look poster of this film on his social media and wrote: “Here is presenting the first look poster for my next with director Prashob Vijayan. Happy to introduce our debut scriptwriter Francis Thomas with this project! This was one of those projects where the cinematography is very crucial. Thank you Sujit Vasudev for your incredible support. Absolutely enjoyed working with this vibrant team. Presenting 'Anveshanam', a Family thriller. (sic)” The poster shows the actor looking out of what looks like an open window, that forms one of the many blue blocks of a building. It also says that the film is a September release. The film has Shruti Ramachandran...
- 7/26/2019
- by Cris
- The News Minute
MollywoodThe film is directed by debutant Gireesh Nair, who has penned the story in association with Unni Malayil.Digital NativeThe Chemban Vinod Jose-starrer Puzhikkadakan is progressing well with the shooting happening at a brisk pace. According to sources from the film's camp Jayasurya will be playing an important cameo in this flick. The cameo role was so impressive that Jayasurya did not want to let it go, we hear from sources. Wielding the megaphone for Puzhikkadakan is debut director Gireesh Nair who has penned the story in association with Unni Malayil. The film’s screenplay and dialogues have been written by Shyal Satheesh and Hari Prasad Koleri. Dhanya Balakrishna is making her debut in the Malayalam film industry with Puzhikkadakan. Balu Varghese, Vijay Babu, Alencier Ley, Sudhi Koppa, and Mala Parvathy will appear in supporting roles. The film is bankrolled jointly by Evaab Productions and Maqtro Pictures. Jayasurya is currently...
- 7/24/2019
- by Cris
- The News Minute
MollywoodThe Thrissur-based film will be divided into several chapters, each named after various stages of the pooram, said producer Vijay Babu.Digital NativeA couple of months ago it was announced that actor Jayasurya and producer Vijay Babu of Friday Film House will be associating for the film titled Thrissur Pooram. Now, reports say that actor Swathi Reddy has been roped in to play the female lead. She will be seen playing Jayarsurya’s wife in the film. Swathi has earlier acted opposite Fahadh Faasil in two Malayalam films – Amen and North 24 Kaatham. She was also part of Lijo Jose Pallissery’s Double Barrel and Ajith Pillai’s Mosayile Kuthira Meenukal. Others in the cast include Senthil Krishna, Sabumon Abdusamad, Vijay Babu, Gayathri Arun, Mallika Sukumaran and Sreejith Ravi. On the film, Vijay Babu has earlier said to The New Indian Express, “It's a Thrissur-based mass film. It's divided into several chapters,...
- 7/19/2019
- by Cris
- The News Minute
Thiri, directed by Ashok Amritharaj, is a dull, talky, been-there-done-that action-drama starring Ashwin Kakumanu and Swathi Reddy...
- 7/14/2017
- Film Companion
Film: "Idharkuthane Aasaipattai Balakumara"; Director: Gokul; Cast: Vijay Sethupathi, Ashwin Kakumanu, Swathi Reddy, Nandita, M.S Bhaskar, Livingston, Soori and Pasupathy; Rating: ***1/2 - entertainment with a purpose.
Not all comedies are made with a purpose to entertain and educate viewers. It's a rarity in Tamil cinema to expect a film to even remotely try anything beyond merely entertaining its audiences, let alone inspire them. Surprisingly, "Idharkuthane Aasaipattai Balakumara" (Iab) doesn't merely entertain, but also addresses a domestic issue with a very strong dose of humour.
Iab condemns.
Not all comedies are made with a purpose to entertain and educate viewers. It's a rarity in Tamil cinema to expect a film to even remotely try anything beyond merely entertaining its audiences, let alone inspire them. Surprisingly, "Idharkuthane Aasaipattai Balakumara" (Iab) doesn't merely entertain, but also addresses a domestic issue with a very strong dose of humour.
Iab condemns.
- 10/2/2013
- by Meeta Kabra
- RealBollywood.com
Chennai, Sep 14: Swathi Reddy's fans are definitely missing her as she has appeared in a very few Tamil films. She started off steadily and her debut movie "Subramaniapuram" where she played the female lead. The Kangal Irandal song, made her a sensation overnight. Her expressions in the number were perfect. After that, she was not much seen in the Tamil films until recently when she was spotted in the film "Poraali" where she was cast opposite Sasikumar..
- 9/14/2012
- by Anita Agarwal
- RealBollywood.com
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