Gautham Menon's new Tri- lingual

Gautham Vasudevan Menon is on a movie making spree. This year he has got 4 movies up for release already. We are not sure how many more surprises are on its way from this sensible National Award award winning director. With Ek Deewana Tha lined up for release this month (scheduled on 17th Feb), His new movie(s) which is he is filming now is a Tri-lingual. The best part is, its not re-recording of dialogues in different languages with the same lead role, its rather 3 different casting with only lead lady in common, Samantha Ruth Prabhu. Samantha made her debut in Gautham Menon's Telugu version of Ek Deewana Tha (Ye Maaya Chesave). His New release, a Tri-lingual scheduled for a release later this year is "Neethaane En Ponvasantham" with Jiva and Samantha in lead roles, The Telugu version is "Yeto Velli Poyindhi Manasu" has Nani (Naveen Kumar Ghanta, previously an RJ with World Space Satellite) and Hindi version of this movie is "Assi Nabey Poore Sau" with Aditya Roy Kapur in lead.

The Music Will be scored not by AR Rahman or Harris Jayaraj. It will be none other than Isai Gnani Ilayaraja. Yes, The man who is considered the "Emperor" of South Indian Music. AR Rahman was initially slated to work with Gautham Menon for this tri-lingual, but later opted out because of prior commitments. The Movie is produced by RS infotainment and Gautham Menon's Home production, Photon Kathas. The Teaser is now released. The Hindi version is still not in. Have a look!

By the looks of it, anyone would conclude that its a love story. I hope this time, the lovers end up getting married. :-)

We can only guess but not conclude on what's in store. After all, Its Gautham Menon's direction and don't be surprised if you see a twist in the tale.

Agneepath (2012) - Movie Review

Agneepath starring Hrithik Roshan and produced by Karan Johar's production house "Dharma productions" is a 2012 action movie directed by Karan Malhotra. The Movie cast and crew includes Sanjay Dutt, Rishi Kapoor, Priyanka Chopra, Om Puri and Zarina Wahab.This movie is a remake of 1990 Amitabh Starrer Blockbuster with the same title.

 

Official Trailer

Story - Deenanath Chauhan (Chetan Pandit) is a School Master and the Most respected person in the village called Mandwa . He is a person who lives by his principles of doing good to people without expecting a return. He is married and has a Son Vijay Deenanath Chauhan. Mandwa village head's son Kancha Cheena (Sanjay Dutt) is into Drugs business and wants to make Mandwa the center of his Drug trade as the village is along the sea shore. He persuades the villagers to lease their land to him and pay them money in return. This is opposed by Master Deenanath Chauhan .Kancha Eliminates Master Deenanath Chauhan by hanging him in public and in front of his 12 year old Son Vijay Deenanath Chauhan (Vijay). Vijay grows up with only Revenge in mind and his only motive is to go back to Mandwa and Kill the Drug Lord Kancha Cheena.

Hrithk Roshan as Vijay Deenanath Chauhan was brilliant in portraying an Angry, enraged, revengeful youngman. After being in Film Industry for close to 12 years now, Lakshya, Fiza and Mission Kashmir were the only Hrithik Roshan films i liked watching. I have no words to describe his acting in this movie. You got to watch it to know how easily and sensibly the role was carried by Hrithik Roshan. Full marks to him.

Rishi Kapoor as Rauf lala, a Pimp and Drug Lord of Mumbai made a difficult role look so easy. He suits the bill well. After Hrithik Roshan, its Rauf lala you would never want to miss watching. A fabulous change over from his lover boy and Dad next door Image.

Sanjay Dutt as Kancha Cheena was a perfect choice. He does not have much screen space and his presence is felt only in the start and then in the climax.I did have a feeling that if people did exist like this in the 21st Century. Wearing a black gown and without eyebrows and live in a cave. This movie has completely redefined Kancha Cheena's character and Sanjay Dutt gives it a new lease of life. If your kid is not having Dinner tonight, just show him Kancha Cheena's picture and he will gobble down his share of food in a jiffy. Khal Nayak was his best movie ever. You can very well add this movie to his list of best performances. Kancha Cheena will henceforth be remembered as a ruthless Drug Lord.

 The Story may be the same as the old one but the script is totally different. The role of Mithun da in the previous one was totally omitted here. After watching this, i now started to think if Mithun da was actually needed in the previous one. The way Karan Malhotra has scripted it, i must say he has done his homework well. By the looks of it, The scenes have come out the way he wanted it. I hope he goes on to give more hits. Karan Malhotra gets full marks again for his brilliant screenplay and direction.

This movie was very well supported by the background score. Indian movies mostly concentrate on songs and most of the times mess up the background score. An Action movie requires a racy background score to keep the momentum of audience ticking and expecting for more. This movie has got that. Ajay-Atul have scored a lot of songs in marathi and even the original Marathi song of Chikni Chameli is their own compilation in their marathi flick Jatra. They Scored music for Singham and now Agneepath. Singham was a blockbuster and Agneepath is on its way.

Agneepath in my view gets 4/5. Go watch it if you still haven't!


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Saguni official trailer

Amidst, Kolaveri rage and ofcourse Nanban's superhit opening this new year, Its now time for Karthi (younger brother of Surya) to come back and entertain us with his new movie Saguni. He had only one release in 2011(siruthai) and that went on to generate good revenue even though it had mixed reviews from critics. This year, as of now, Karthi has one release (saguni) and one untitled project which is being filmed. For an upcoming star, one movie a year provided its a superhit is all that is required.

The title of this movie gives us a hint on how this movie will turn out to be. Shakuni's is a game changer in Mahabharata, a genius and a mastermind in destroying kuru clan. The poster of this movie when released gave us a hint on what the movie is all about. With theatrical Trailer, its confirmed. Saguni, a political drama and a mass entertainer is all set to hit the screen on 27th January 2012 (unconfirmed).Take a look at Saguni Official Trailer

Official Trailer

Saguni is directed by Debutant Shankar Dayal and produced under the banner Dream warrior pictures studio. 

Cast (source: Wiki)

Karthi
Pranitha
Santhanam
Raadhika Sarathkumar
Roja
Kota Srinivasa Rao
Salim Ghouse
Mumtaj
Nassar
Shriya Saran in a cameo appearance
Anushka Shetty in a cameo appearance

Nanban Movie review

Nanban is a remake of blockbuster hindi Comedy Entertainer 3 idiots starring Ilaya thalapathi Vijay, Jeeva and Srikanth. The Director of Nanban is none other than the Highest Paid Film Maker in India, Shankar. He holds the credit of Directing Megahit Superstar Rajnikanth Starrer Enthiran. Shankar is known for originality and ofcourse making a social Message driven movies. This time around, he has taken a different route, a Remake. Again, he has chosen to remake a movie which is not just a comedy entertainer but a movie which delivers a strong message to the youth.

Nanban is a scene to scene remake of 3 Idiots. What more to say. Story as everyone knows, is of Three college students who have different career aspirations but forced to do something their parents wants them to( Engineering). One amoung the three is a person who motivates them to pursue their career aspirations and not follow something forcefully.In between these gyan sessions we get to see a lot of humourous face off between these three friends and their dull dreaded professor Virus.

Ilayathalapathi Vijay finally gets to work with a director every lead artist wishes to. Vijay managed to find the road to success with Velayudham after a series of flops, including his 50th Movie Sura. This movie is another feather in his cap, a big feather rather. He has done total justice to the role and has not let the audience crib about his performance. A good replacement for Amir Khan in its Tamil Version. Job Well done!

Jiiva has taken the role of Sharmaan joshi. He has done a wonderful job in the humour bit with his trademark local tamil dialogue delivery but lacked to generate that centimental touch in which Sharmaan excelled in 3 idiots. Especially the scene where he attends the job interview. Sharmaan was Excellent and even managed to fill the viewer's eyes with tears. Otherwise, Jiiva was good.

Srikanth of Roja Kootam fame has taken the role of Madhavan (from original), an Aspiring wildlife photgrapher. Madhavan was initially approached to do this role, but he denied and the role eventually passed over to Srikanth. He has sensibly carried his character and has done a good job overall which includes Narration of the story.

Satyaraj as Virus (Virumandi Sandhanam). Virus according to the story is a shrewd, emotionless, strict professor and head of India's best Engineering college. Boman Irani with his Dialogue delivery, facial expressions, and portrayal of a Shrewd character was excellent. Satyaraj did look like a college professor but reminds you more of  "Poovu" character in his directorial Villadhi Villian way back in 1995. Shankar could have worked more on Satyaraj's get up in the movie.

Ileana's share on screen may not be much, but she has matched the performance of kareena from the original. Especially her conversation with Vijay when she gets drunk was an exact replica of the original with no flaws. Apart from her irritating broken tamil, Ileana was a smart choice.

Sathyan Sivakumar as silencer is indeed a very good pick. He may not have had that language accent of Chatur Ramalingam which added that extra bit of humour to Silencer's character in 3 idiots, but his speech on college fest matched the one by Chatur perfectly well and his dialogue delivery (mix of kovai tamil) is surely laughable.

Harris jayaraj's music has failed to impress and no tracks stay in your heart. "Give me some sunshine" and "Zubie Doobie" are still being enjoyed everywhere.

Shankar, by giving us an exact replica has proved that a beautiful story should be delivered the way it was in the original. He has not spoilt the storyline by adding any new scenes to it. Only an extra song, which is fitted well into the story. Songs with Attractive and colorful Costumes, beautiful locations and extravagant sets is trademark Shankar style. In Nanban, Shankar has Managed to custom paint a train. (Remember the trucks and roads in Andangaaka song from Anniyan?).

Overall, the movie has got all the qualities to be a Superhit. Go Watch it!

Rating : 3.5 out of 5

Dabboo Ratnani Calendar 2012

As we march towards a new year, India's most anticipated Calendar events kicks in. We saw South Cinema girls calendar, then came in Kingfisher Calendar 2012 and now comes the most anticipated star studded calendar, yes, its Dabboo Ratnani Calendar 2012. Dabboo Ratnani is into photography since 20 years. He has been working independently since 1994. He was the 1st one in India to get into Calendar shoot way back in 1999, then followed by Kingfisher in 2003.

Without taking much time, lets have a look at the Dabboo Ratnani Calendar 2012

Dabboo Ratnani is India's leading fashion photographer. He is the cover photographer for all leading magazines like Cosmopolitan, Filmfare, Hi Blitz, Ok India, Elle, Verve, Femina, The Man and Better Homes and Gardens. His Calendar features almost all the leading Bollywood actors and actresses. His Calendar 2012 launch on 9th January was a star studded event.



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Kingfisher Calendar 2012

The much awaited Kingfisher Calendar 2012 is now unveiled. This time its Srilanka which captured the eye of Lensman Atul Kasbekar and Dr.Mallya. Lady luck might have chosen to dump Dr.Mallya but the glamour quotient is still intact in the Calendar shoot. The models who have graced the calendar this year are Angela Jonsson, Mimi Blix, Saiyami Kher, Tena Desae, Nathalia (winner of the Kingfisher Calendar girl hunt 2012) and Maia Haydon. Angela Jonsson is now becoming a prominent face of this calendar. She is rumoured to be dating the lover boy of bollywood Ranbir Kapoor.

 

 

If this is not enough, you may visit the official website to see the entire archive and also create your own kingfisher Calendar.


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Bollywood's Highest Paid Actresses

Bollywood is India's most prestigious film industry. An individual has to put in tremendous effort to make it big in this Ocean and emerge successfully. More the talent, higher is your payscale. While Actors like Akshay Kumar and Ajay Devgn demand a whooping 10-15 crores per film, Actresses are no way inferior. They are the Hot property of Bollywood as this business now demands more glamour along with the acting skills. Girls with both skillsets, end up becoming the highest paid ones.  Lets see who is Bollywood's highest paid Actress.

Kareena Kapoor

She is the Daughter of Randhir Kapoor and younger Sister of Karishma Kapoor. She is known by her nick name 'Bebo'.
After her recent blockbuster releases, Kareena Kapoor has been feted as the most successful Bollywood actress.
According to The Economic Times, Kareena has emerged as the highest paid actress amongst the recent crop of leading ladies.
The Heroine star earns Rs 7.5 to 8 crores through her film projects and endorsements. While films constitute roughly Rs 4.5 to Rs 5 crores, she gets an impressive Rs 3 crores from advertisements.


Katrina Kaif

British by nationality, this bombshell made her Debut in Bollywood with 'Boom' Starring opposite Big B, jackie Shroff and Gulshan Grover. Her Career took a while to take off (Salman Khan had to step in). But now, She is the Hottest 'Item' of Bollywood. She is also India's most Searched Celebrity online.

Katrina Kaif continues to be very popular with her Chikni Chameli turn in Karan Johar's Agneepath and Ek Tha Tiger with Salman Khan.

While she earns Rs 4 crores from endorsements alo#8800 her film assignments fetch her another Rs 4 crores.


Priyanka Chopra

Nick named 'Piggy Chops',She stands first in one of the most talented Individual in Bollywood. Alongside Acting, she can sing and she is now working on launching her own Music Album. The Album is nearing completion and getting set for a global launch soon.

Priyanka Chopra takes home a cool Rs 6 crores. While she earns Rs 3 crores from ads, another Rs 3 crores come in from films.


Aishwarya Rai Bachchan

Formerly called Ash, now called Bahu Bachchan, This Miss World pageant 1994 winner kick started her career in a south Indian called Iruvar. She then flew to Bollywood and earned a prominent place in the Industry. (Salman Khan being her godfather again) She married Abhishek Bachchan in 2007.

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan may be on a break, enjoying motherhood, but her brand value is as high as it was when she was working.

The new mum makes an impressive Rs 4 crores from endorsements alone, a major chunk of which must be coming in from cosmetic giant L'Oreal we assume.


Deepika Padukone

Daughter of Badminton Player Prakash padukone, She got into Modelling while in college and made her acting debut in a south Indian Kannada movie 'Aishwarya' opposite Superstar Upendra.

After her relationship with Ranbir Kapoor failed, she was rumoured to have dated Cricketers Yuvraj Singh and Mahendra Singh Dhoni. She also maintained a very close friendship with Beer baron Vijay Mallya's son Siddartha Mallya. She was the brand Ambassador of Kingfisher Airlines and IPL Franchise Royal Challengers Bangalore.

She's a fixture on television with her coffee ads, earns Rs 2.5 crores from ads and Rs 3 crores from film projects.


Vidya Balan

She is the daughter of Vice PResident of ETC Channel, Mr. P R Balan. She started her acting career in a Bengali movie. Her entry gate to bollywood was movie 'Parineeta' which fetched her Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut.

After lapping up a lot of attention and some great reviews for The Dirty Picture, Vidya Balan's remuneration is only going to go up.

Presently, the actress rakes in Rs. 2 crores from films alone.


Sonam Kapoor

Daughter of Bollywood Star Anil Kapoor, She made her debut with Sanjay Leela Bansali's 'Saawariya'. Sonam Kapoor may not have given any hits so far but she still remains to be one of the top actresses of today.

The young fashionista is taking home Rs 1.5 crores from films.


Sonakshi Sinha

Her Debut was a blockbuster. She opened her Career with a bang! in 'Dabangg' starring opposite the 'God father' of many, Salman Khan. Daughter of Actor and politician Shatrughan Sinha, She may be just one film old but she earns more than her contemporary Sonam Kapoor.

Sonakshi Sinha takes home Rs 1.25 crores from ad deals and Rs 1.5 crores from films.

The Cost of casting these chicks in a movie is sometimes the whole expenditure of an offbeat movie. South Indian movies are wrapped up with total cost of 10 crores INR.


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