Priyamani rules the South

Normally, when a heroine wins a National Award, commercial directors and top heroes prefer to stay away from casting her. But for Priyamani who won the National and Filmfare awards for the best actress for her performance in Ameer's Paruthiveeran, things seems to be exceptionally good.

Commercial director Shankar, who was on a world tour location hunting for Robot, sent her an SMS congratulating her and expressing a desire to meet her. It is heard that they may sign a new project. Last week, she signed up for Bharath's Aarumugham to be directed by Suresh Krishna. She also stars in Prithviraj's Ninaithale Inikkum, a remake of the Malayalam movie Classmates; in Telugu, she is currently shooting for the Nitin starrer Drona.

She is also doing a Malayalam flick Thirakkatha with Prithviraj under the direction of Renjith. Priyamani's latest Telugu film Hare Ram with Kalyanram releases on July 18. It has not been a smooth ride for the actress, who did about 15 films in Telugu, Tamil and Malayalam in her six-year celluloid journey. "It's not been a bed of roses. I have had my share of struggles to gain a foothold in the industry," she points out.

Earlier, gossipmongers romantically linked her to Vishal during the making of Malaikottai, and her steady boyfriend is said to be Telugu actor Raja. "I am not in love with anyone. I also consider myself fortunate not to have fallen in love as yet. I am single and I love being single. As far as Raja is concerned, we are just good friends.When I go to Hyderabad, we catch up with each other and often party together. Right now, I am in love with my work", the pretty actress revealed.

Source:Galatta.com

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'Kuselan' on August 1; plans 1200 prints

Breaking all records set by Sivaji and Dasavathaaram, which were released worldwide with an approximate number of 760 and 1,050 prints respectively, Superstar Rajinikanth starrer Kuselan, directed by P. Vasu, will be released across the globe with around 1200 prints, sources said.

Rajinikanth's blockbuster Sivaji: The Boss was released with 760 prints, out of which 300 had been released in Telugu, 303 in Tamil, 145 in overseas, and 12 in North India. Meanwhile, Kamal Hassan's magnum opus Dasavathaaram opened with approximately 1,050 prints in Tamil, Telugu and Hindi.

Some theatres in Chennai screened as many as 45 shows a day across 21 theatres as opposed to Rajinikanths Sivaji, which was released across 17 theatres in the city. Pyramid Saimira, worldwide distributors of Kuselan, is now involved in distributing the film in maximum theatres in India and overseas. The film is expected to hit North India with around 150 Prints.

Kuselan, which was delayed due to post production work, will be released on August 1. This bilingual movie, a remake of the Malayalam movie Katha Parayumbol, will be released simultaneously in Tamil and Telugu as Kuselan and Kathanayukudu respectively. It is learned that the movie will feature Rajinikanth in 20 costumes, including an Egyptian Paraoh.

Meanwhile, recently released audio CDs and cassettes of Kuselan have opened to record sales, with reports that more than 2 lakh CDs have been sold within just 2 days all over the world. Apart from CDs, 50000 cassettes were reportedly sold in rural areas, breaking Sivaji's audio sales record.

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Ileana pairs up with Superstar

Ileana, aptly named after the mythical Greek beauty Helen of Troy, has been away from Kollywood for long. But recently, she made Tamil film-goers happy when she announced that she will act in K.S. Ravikumar's film opposite Vikram. Now, the fans are in for a double treat. And boy, what a treat it is! Ileana will pair up with superstar Rajinikanth for Sultan, The Warrior. Sultan, The Warrior, as you know, is an animation film produced by Soundarya's Ocher Studios and Adlabs.
This films hero is modelled after superstar Rajinikanth. Now, the heroine of this film will be modelled after Ileana. The Rajinikanth-Ileana pair will enact the screenplay in a special studio; these scenes will serve as models for animated scenes of the film. Filming starts next month. Ileana has agreed to give a 20-day schedule. Ileana said that she is happy to be acting in a Rajinikanth film and is very excited about it even though it is an animation film. She added that after all, almost all the animated scenes will be modelled after the scenes that Rajni and she will enact in the studio.

source:Galatta.com

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Another actress Nicole walks out of Tamil film set

CHENNAI: Yet another actress has walked out of a Tamil movie set with a slew of complaints.

Producer Tirupur Ramasamy and director Jayamurugan said in their complaint to the Tamil Producer's Council and South Indian Artiste's Association that the actress left in a huff over a minor issue saying the leading man of the movie Jai Akash referred to her in a derogatory manner, SIAA sources said Saturday.

Actress Nicole who flew back to her home in Pune told IANS on telephone that she had many complaints.

"I agreed to do the film for Rs.400,000 in a four-month schedule. While the shooting dragged on for over seven months, there was no extra payment forthcoming. Even worse, the quality of accommodation for me and my mother was poor. The last straw was when I was insulted as well," Nicole said.

While there are no indications from the actress about her future with the movie, sources close to the producer pointed out that they would ensure her cooperation through "appropriate channels".

This was the second instance of an actress walking out of a movie here since June.

In June, actress Malavika walked out of a bilingual film alleging molestation and being forced to do difficult dance steps. ....

I am thrilled to be back: Rambha

She’s been the undisputed oomph girl and top heroine for years. Now three years after she made an exit from the Tamil screen, actor Rambha is back in Parijay Creations 'Vidiyum Varai Kathirru'.

Talking to Expresso at the launch of her comeback vehicle, Rambha exclaimed, “ I am thrilled to be back to the Tamil screen. It took three years. But I think I took the right decision to wait for a good role.” The perky and charming girl is surrounded by well wishers who pour in including actor Prabhu, Rama Narayan and Kaja Moyideen. The chirpy actor continues, “It was tough to say ‘No’ to roles all this time. But I wanted to choose carefully from what I was offered. I did not want to do just any type of role,” she clarifies. So what’s special about her comeback film? “It’s a suspense thriller directed by Vyas. I am really thrilled about this film.” She explains why, “It’s a film that even a child can watch.

There is no vulgarity in it.” Telling us about her co-stars she says, “Prakash Raj plays the bad guy and is the central lead. There is a new face as co-star, Sampath plays a bad guy. Riyaz Khan and Mumbai actors Mumait Khan and Flora make up the rest of the cast.” Rambha was recently the judge on the television show 'Maanada Mayilada'. Incidentally her new film was launched on the same sets.

Rambha maybe the dream girl for millions but her parents advise is what keeps her going. “My parents told me when I entered films, that movies are just one part of your life. If you don’t achieve success something else will come up. God will always show you the way. That has helped me keep a balance in life. I am very lucky that I have been successful and am returning to the Tamil screen with a bang once again,” she signs off. ....

Simbu's likes and dislikes

1.He takes great care of the Mondeo car he bought with his first salary. Even is he has bought other cars, he cannot find the heart to let it go.

2.Most people know his devotion to Anjaneyar.

3.As soon as he is up and ready by ten, it is best if there is chicken curry with his dosa. He is a very firm non-vegetarian.

4.On Sundays, he spends time with younger sister Illakiya and Kuralarasan till afternoon. That is the only time when 'anna' is available. Otherwise he is very busy with shooting and editing. Though the editing suite is in the house, noone else is allowed inside.

5.England is his favourite country. London is his favorite city. He flies to London at least once a year.

6.Doesn't smoke or drink A Partial teetotaler.

7.He has three cell phones. The bills are rumoured to cross Rs. 50,000. This includes his phone with an I.S.D. connection.

8.He always attends school functions of his sister and brother.

9.He wants his brother to enter cinema as a director.

10.Daily allowance: Rs. 1000. He has never disobeyed mother Usha in this respect.

11.If there is no shooting, he watches and watches and keeps watching DVDs with his friends.

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