Kanthaswamy: The next big hit?

Kanthaswamy seems to have packaged the highest in everything. Mention glamour, and there’s a wholesome double dose of it, with Mumaith Khan and Shriya lending their bits.

Think of heroism, and the movie’s superhero storyline, with Vikram effortlessly flying over skyscrapers flashes into memory. There’s action, there’s romance, there’s nail biting thrill and stunts that will take your breath away.

The film, directed by Susi Ganesan, is being produced by Dhanu’s V Creations. ....

Kandasamy is not Krissh: Vikram

Actor Vikram has pinned to rock higher with successful colors on his forthcoming couple of projects. With Mani Rathnam’s ‘Raavan’ getting him on the last legs of schedule, his protégé Susi Ganesh has got ‘Kandasamy’ completed. As everyone in the film’s crew revealed Kandasamy is a superhero film, Vikram was questioned whether it would be equally enhancing as Hrithik Roshan’s ‘Krish’.

Immediately, the actor came up with a statement, ‘Krish is nowhere near Kandasamy. It was a ridiculous film made with merely top-notching technical aspects. But here, we have focused on both narrative as well technical vistas. They’re sure about mind-boggling the audiences...” ....

Fans disappointed by Thoranai trailer

Oops! It’s really disgusting to find that audiences’ tastes are vividly changing within fraction of moments. A Filmmaker may go for a stylish foreign cinema sort or a Pakka commercial film, but then audiences are so intellectual in expressing their verdict just with a glimpse trailers... During the first weekend of Sarvam’s show, trailers for ‘Thoranai’ were screened. Know what an audience in the front row said, “Please Vishal! Stop making silly commercial movies and you’re comedy sense is awkward...” This is clearly because of his non-comical sense in Malaikottai that seemed to be quite odd...

We aren’t able to figure out why Vishal is constantly glued to commercial cinemas. He can better quit acting and go for making films as he has good experiences working as assistant director.

Precisely, expectations are so low for the film ‘Thoranai’ and to promote the film much, the producers have taken IPL finales into consideration and postponed release to end of this month... ....

Shriya ups her oomph factor

There’s nowhere that beauty alone can take a person, even in the field mockingly called showbiz. If beauty makes take a look at a person, it’s the person’s attitude that commands the second look in its direction.

And actress Shriya seems to have realized just that. The actress, who certainly revolutionized the way both glamour and dressing was perceived in the South Indian industry, is now set to show some attitude. And this dose of the bold and beautiful of Shriya will be for a Television commercial that has the damsel playing a bold, bright girl. This is for a commercial that will soon grace the screens and is to promote a mobile phone.

This will be more of a sequel to the bold acts that Asin and Genelia have done, playing bold girls in their Miranda and Fanta ads, respectively. And here’s hoping Shriya finds in her the attitude to carry off such a look. The actress is currently awaiting the release of two of her films this summer: Thoranai and Kanthaswamy. ....

Steamy kiss between Vishal and Shriya Saran!!!

A rumour is spreading like wild fire in Kollywood: A song scene in 'Thoranai' features a steamy kiss between Vishal and Shriya Saran.

But, actor Vishal has refused to comment on the liplock when he met the press last week. But, going by the high voltage glamour that was seen in his last flick 'Satyam', the rumour is more likely to be true, say Kollywood insiders.

'Thoranai' ('Pista' in Telugu), produced by Vishal's brother Vikram Krishna, is directed by debutant Ayyappan.
The film promises to be a mega action extravaganza. ....

Thoranai's premiere in Malaysia

We’ve known that out actors and their films command a huge market abroad, especially in Malaysia, Singapore and Sri Lanka, but ever heard of a foreign premiere for a Tamil film? In a one-of-its-kind event, Vishal and Shriya, the lead pair of Thoranai, will walk the red carpet together, to attend the premiere of their film, on May 21 at Malaysia.

The film is produced by Gk Film Corporation, and sources contend that Malaysia has been chosen for the premiere owing to Vishal’s large following in the region. The film is hitting screens worldwide on May 21, and is a bilingual, released as ‘Pista’ in Telugu. Apart from participating in the premiere, the duo are expected to interact with fans there as well.

The film is said to be a comic caper, directed by debutant Saba Ayyappan. He has earlier worked as assistant to Boopathy Pandian and Mouli. ....

Kanthaswamy’s grand audio launch plans

The audio of the much-awaited Vikram-Shriya starrer 'Kanthaswamy', will be held in the Chennai Trade Centre on May 17. The launch, which was originally scheduled for April 14, has been shifted by a month, thus delaying the movie’s release to June.

Kanthaswamy’s audio launch will be a one-of-its-kind event, where in over 30 celebs for Chennai, will take a pledge and adopt a village each and take care of its necessities. Apart from that, it is also expected that two of the film’s songs will be performed live, all sung by Vikram himself. Shriya is also expected to do a sizzling number on stage, as an indicator of her glamour levels in the film. Music for the film is by Devi Sri Prasad, who will also perform live.

‘Kanthaswamy’ is being directed by Susi Ganesan and produced by Kalaipuli S Thanu. Over 40 more dancers have been flown in from Italy to decorate the event. The audio launch will only be a sample of the grandeur splashed in the film. The audio launch will be a live telecast on Sun TV. ....

Rs 3 crore costume for Vikram-Shriya

One of the big budget films in 2009, ‘Kanthaswamy’ has Vikram and Shriya in the lead. Director Susi Ganesan says the film’s storyline demanded a big budget. “In fact, we have not splurged just for the sake of it. We have spent where it is really necessary. But costumes in the film will be a highlight,” says the director.

“Vikram, playing a superhero in the flick, wears clothes worth Rs 75 lakh alone, while Shriya, whose glamour and acting will be a highlight in the movie, wears clothes worth a whopping Rs 1.25 crore,” he explains, putting the movies budget at over Rs 30 crore. “We wanted to shoot in new locations and toured and shot for a month in Mexico. We spent Rs 8 crores for shooting there, while some scenes and a song, shot in Itlay, cost us Rs 2 crore. Apart from these, being a superhero action adventure, the film has a lot of special effects. These have itself cost us Rs 3 crores,” says the director.

‘Kanthaswamy’, produced by Kalaipuli S Thanu, has music by Devi Sri Prasad and is likely to be a June end release. ....

Vikram and Shriya will speak in Spanish for Kanthaswamy

This movie’s hype gets bigger by the day. It has an enviable star cast like Vikram and Shriya. It is being directed by a director of repute, Susi Ganesan and has for the producer, one of the biggest showmen in our country, Thanu.

It was the first Tamil movie to shoot for about a month in Mexico, the first film ever to be shot in Italy’s theatre, the first film in over three decades to have the hero sing all song of the film, in both Tamil and Telugu. The list goes, on and on.

The latest we hear from the crew is that the movie will truly go international trying to capture the international market. In that bid, ‘Kanthaswamy’ is all set to be released in Italian and Spanish as well.
This is largely because a big portion of the film has been shot in these places, and that could be the reason for the film to interest them. The film’s audio is expected to be launched this month, and the movie will be a June end release. Whatever be the languages, we’d like to see the film first. ....

Vikram-Shriya's 'Kandhasamy' to release in June

The release date of 'Kandhasamy' has been postponed to June 12 from May 29. The audio launch too has been delayed, from April 26 to May 10. Vikram and Shriya Saran play the lead roles in the film.

The mega budget action entertainer by Susi Ganesan has been one of the most hyped movies in recent times. Mind-blowing action sequences and breathtaking songs shot in exotic locations will be the highlights of the film, say insiders. Vikam has sung four songs for the movie. Devi Sri Prasad is the music director.

Thought the shooting for the super hero movie is complete, the post production work, including graphics and animation, is taking longer than expected, say our sources. ....

Shriya Saran to lock lips with Kamal Hassan

A doe-eyed beauty, a divine beauty, all these words and more come to mind when Shriya Saran’s name is mentioned. Her innocence radiating from the screen, coupled with sensuousness has sent her fans, especially men, into mindless frenzy. Recently, this delectable lady voiced her opinion on two film personalities who have influenced her in a major way.

The first personality is of course director Shankar, who directed Shriya in the biggest hit of her career, Sivaji - The Boss. Her portrayal of a loving, dedicated and above all, protective wife was very subtle and moving. She attributes this to director Shankar, whom she likens to a authoritarian who works in the best interests of the movie and the actor, ensuring that he extracts only what is necessary for the role.

Her other favourite is of course Kamal Haasan, who has turned his talents to direction with Marmayogi, which is currently in production. Kamal Haasan, who has always been able to elicit the most sensual performances from his co-stars, will be locking lips with Shriya Saran in Marmayogi. Kamal, she says, is a perfectionist and does not stint any efforts until the end-product is exactly the way he wants it -- perfect.

Well, knowing Shriya Saran’s penchant for hard work, she sure won't be grumbling about all those re-takes to get something ‘just so’.

Courtesy:galatta.com

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Shriya and dhanush to team up

DIRECTOR Mitran Jawahar and Dhanush will pair up for the second time after 'Yaaradi Nee Mohini' for a movie. Shriya plays the heroine Actor Dhanush, who is currently working on 'Padikkadhavan' with Suraj, will next be doing a movie with director Mitran Jawahar.

The movie, yet to be titled, will have Shriya pair up with the actor for the second time after 'Thiruvilayaadal Aarambam'.

Sivaji Film Circuit will produce the movie and other details about the cast and crew are yet to finalized. The movie’s storyline is said to be an adaptation of the movie Arya, though changes will be made in the storyline and the second half of the movie, according to the director.

Devisri Prasad, who is now doing movies like 'Kandasamy' and 'Villu,' is composing music for this movie as well. This will be the first time that Devisre Prasad and Dhanush will team up for a movie as well. ....

WANTED – Actress to play Shriya's mom

Sarath Kumar is all set to play Shriya's father in K. S. Ravikumar's 'Jaggubhai'. The story delves deep into the intricate relationship between a father and daughter. The film was originally written for superstar Rajinikanth but then was shelved for unknown reasons. However, the director wanted 'Jaggubhai' to see the light of day and cast Sarath Kumar in the lead. Interestingly, the director has rendered big time hits with Sarath in the past.

K. S. Ravikumar is facing a Himalayan problem now. Who will play the role of Sarath Kumar's wife? Because the role also entails playing mom to Shriya, most top actresses don't want anything to do with the project. Actresses such as Sneha, Simran, Padmapriya, Vimala Raman and Tabu have been considered but with negative responses.

With Shriya among the top contenders in the line up of Numero Uno in Tamil films, no other actress wants to give her that much of boost to consolidate it. Truly a headache for the filmmakers.

Meanwhile, there were reports that the title for the movie would be changed. The director has denied this and said he'd go ahead with the same title. ....