From accountant to acting powerhouse, Indian actor Vijay Sethupathi’s 50-film journey has been anything but ordinary.
The actor’s 50th film, the Tamil-language “Maharaja,” written and directed by Nithilan Saminathan (“Kurangu Bommai”), is an action-packed saga that blends thriller elements with family drama and has a father-daughter relationship at its core. It has emerged as one of the biggest Tamil hits of the year.
The actor says he didn’t specifically choose “Maharaja” as a milestone project, but he was drawn to the story and the director’s energy. “We do all the films with so much fear and passion. We just wanted to do what we had imagined,” Sethupathi told Variety about the film’s success. “We didn’t expect this. Of course, I’m happy. But we just wanted my producer to collect the money, he should be safe. Because he has invested so much money just...
The actor’s 50th film, the Tamil-language “Maharaja,” written and directed by Nithilan Saminathan (“Kurangu Bommai”), is an action-packed saga that blends thriller elements with family drama and has a father-daughter relationship at its core. It has emerged as one of the biggest Tamil hits of the year.
The actor says he didn’t specifically choose “Maharaja” as a milestone project, but he was drawn to the story and the director’s energy. “We do all the films with so much fear and passion. We just wanted to do what we had imagined,” Sethupathi told Variety about the film’s success. “We didn’t expect this. Of course, I’m happy. But we just wanted my producer to collect the money, he should be safe. Because he has invested so much money just...
- 6/30/2024
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
Kollywood‘Netrikann’ is helmed by ‘Aval’ director Milind Rau and bankrolled by producer and filmmaker Vignesh Shivan. Tnm StaffTwitter/ Disney+ HotstarNayanthara’s upcoming film Netrikann is set to release on the over-the-top (Ott) platform, Disney Plus Hotstar. The streaming platform shared the news with fans on Wednesday, July 21. Netrikann is directed by Aval fame Milind Rau, who is also well known for directing movies such as Kadhal 2 Kalyanam and The House Housing Door. The movie will also feature actors Ajmal, Manikandan and Saran in prominent roles. Sharing the news, Hotstar wrote, “Here is an exciting announcement! Soon our next #DisneyPlusHotstarMultiplex! Lady superstar Nayanthara #Netrikann! #ComingSoon.” The release date is likely to be announced soon. Producer Vignesh Shivan, who also shared the news with fans, wrote: “Happy and proud be associated!!! Release date very very soon.” Netrikann is bankrolled by filmmaker and producer Vignesh Shivan under the banner of Rowdy Picture,...
- 7/23/2021
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
Kochi, Feb 24: Actress Rashii Khanna has started shooting for last schedule of the untitled Malayalam remake of the Bollywood hit Andhadun. The film is currently on floors in Kochi.
In the remake, Rashii will portray the character essayed by Radhika Apte in the Hindi original. Prithiviraj plays the male protagonist, essayed by Ayushmann Khurrana.
"I was in awe of the story line of 'Andhadhun' when I saw it. I wondered what it might have been like to be part of such an edgy film. It is surreal to be shooting for its Malayalam remake helmed by the one and only Ravi K Chandran. We have begun shooting for the final leg of the film and each moment at the location is exciting. Not to mention, I have one of the most beautiful coastal cities in India to myself after the shoot!" says Rashi.
The actress will be...
In the remake, Rashii will portray the character essayed by Radhika Apte in the Hindi original. Prithiviraj plays the male protagonist, essayed by Ayushmann Khurrana.
"I was in awe of the story line of 'Andhadhun' when I saw it. I wondered what it might have been like to be part of such an edgy film. It is surreal to be shooting for its Malayalam remake helmed by the one and only Ravi K Chandran. We have begun shooting for the final leg of the film and each moment at the location is exciting. Not to mention, I have one of the most beautiful coastal cities in India to myself after the shoot!" says Rashi.
The actress will be...
- 2/24/2021
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
While Indian cinemas remain closed due to the coronavirus pandemic, Sony Pictures Networks and Phantom Films’ “Ghoomketu” will become one of the first Bollywood films to release directly on an Ott platform when it begins streaming from May 22 on Zee5.
Indian filmmaker Anurag Kashyap (“Sacred Games”) features as a bumbling cop in “Ghoomketu,” a Hindi-language satire starring Nawazuddin Siddiqui (“Manto”) as an aspiring Bollywood screenwriter. Several top Bollywood actors including Amitabh Bachchan (“Badla”), Ranveer Singh (“Gully Boy”), Sonakshi Sinha (“Mission Mangal”), Chitrangada Singh (“Baazaar”) and Lauren Gottlieb (“Abcd”) play themselves in cameos, as does filmmaker Nikkhil Advani (“Batla House”).
Pushpendra Nath Mishra, who wrote and directed 2020 Netflix series “Taj Mahal 1989”, directs.
Kashyap said: “Every film is a labour of love and I saw the conviction in the director of “Ghoomketu” and hence decided to do something which is my least favourite thing to do, which is act.”
Despite his reluctance,...
Indian filmmaker Anurag Kashyap (“Sacred Games”) features as a bumbling cop in “Ghoomketu,” a Hindi-language satire starring Nawazuddin Siddiqui (“Manto”) as an aspiring Bollywood screenwriter. Several top Bollywood actors including Amitabh Bachchan (“Badla”), Ranveer Singh (“Gully Boy”), Sonakshi Sinha (“Mission Mangal”), Chitrangada Singh (“Baazaar”) and Lauren Gottlieb (“Abcd”) play themselves in cameos, as does filmmaker Nikkhil Advani (“Batla House”).
Pushpendra Nath Mishra, who wrote and directed 2020 Netflix series “Taj Mahal 1989”, directs.
Kashyap said: “Every film is a labour of love and I saw the conviction in the director of “Ghoomketu” and hence decided to do something which is my least favourite thing to do, which is act.”
Despite his reluctance,...
- 5/20/2020
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
KollywoodThe team recently landed in Russia for a fifteen-day long schedule.Digital NativeActor Vikram’s next film is Cobra. The team recently landed in Russia for a fifteen-day long schedule despite news of Coronavirus outbreak. The team has now suspended the Russia schedule halfway, due to the coronavirus scare. Ajay Gnanamuthu, the film's director, posted on Twitter saying the team had to pack up shooting halfway due to the travel ban imposed by the Indian government. “Corona attack for #Cobra. Packing up shoot in Russia halfway due to the travel ban rules by Indian Government!! Pongaya neengalum Unga corona vum!!” reads his tweet. Cobra is Vikram’s 58th film and it marks the first-time collaboration between Vikram and Ajay. Ajay is best known for helming Demonte Colony and 2018’s Imaikkaa Nodigal starring Nayanthara. This new film is titled Cobra because it has a connection with Vikram’s character from the film.
- 3/13/2020
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
KollywoodThe film also stars Srinidhi Shetty of 'Kgf' fame.Digital NativeAward-winning actor Vikram and director Ajay Gnanamuthu are teaming up for a film and expectations are high on it. The title and the first look of the film were revealed on Wednesday. Titled Cobra, which marks the first time collaboration between Vikram and Ajay. The director is best known for helming Demonte Colony and last year’s Imaikkaa Nodigal starring Nayanthara. Talking about the film, the director has told in an interview with the Times of India, “The protagonist’s character and cobra has a link. If I reveal anything more now, it will give away too many details. Also, since the film is made in Tamil, Telugu and Hindi, I wanted a title that works in all languages. Hence, we zeroed in on Cobra.” The shooting of this film has been progressing in Chennai for the past several weeks...
- 12/27/2019
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
KollywoodThe motion poster confirms a Summer 2020 release.Tnm StaffThe title of Vikram’s upcoming film with Ajay Gnanamuthu was released on Wednesday. Titled Cobra, the motion poster shows two snakes slithering to form the word, set against a golden crown. The two black Cobra’s hiss and strike the crown as if fighting for it. The title motion poster confirms a Summer 2020 release. The film will also stars Srinidhi Shetty, Ks Ravikumar and Irfan Pathan, who will be making his debut, in important roles. With music by Ar Rahman, Cobra is being produced by 7 Screen Studio. It was earlier speculated that the film’s title would be Amar. #ChiyaanVikram58 will be #Cobra !! Merry Christmas(S)!! https://t.co/P2Hga1cB1p #ChiyaanVikram @AjayGnanamuthu @arrahman @7screenstudio @Lalit_sevenscr @proyuvraaj @SonyMusicSouth @mugeshsharmaa pic.twitter.com/3yj6D55GFO— Ajay Gnanamuthu (@AjayGnanamuthu) December 25, 2019 There are also reports that actor Teejay, who played...
- 12/25/2019
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
KollywoodAn official confirmation regarding the title is yet to be made.Digital Native'Chiyaan' Vikram has started shooting for director Ajay Gnanamuthu's yet-untitled film which is tentatively titled Vikram 58. The film went on floors recently in Chennai and then moved to Alleppey where a grand song sequence was canned with Vikram sporting long hair look for the sequence. Now, there are reports suggesting that the film has been titled Amar. However, an official confirmation regarding the title is yet to be made. The project marks the first time collaboration between Vikram and Ajay. The director is best known for helming Demonte Colony and last year’s Imaikkaa Nodigal starring Nayanthara. It is rumored that Vikram might be seen sporting 25 different looks in this film. The first look poster, which was released in June, features what appears to be Vikram in multiple avatars. There are rumors that Vikram might be seen playing...
- 12/2/2019
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
Kollywood"The news is not true at all. Anurag has not been cast as the villain in our film," the director was quoted saying by reports.Digital NativeChiyaan Vikram will next team up with young director Ajay Gnanamuthu. On Monday Ajay made the announcement on his Twitter handle and also shared the poster of the film. The poster features what appears to be Vikram in multiple avatars he will be seen in the film. Ajay Gnanamuthu had worked with the ace director Ar Murugadoss as his assistant in films like 7aum Arivu and Thuppakki before his debut as director. He is known for his films like Imaikkaa Nodigal and DeMonte Colony. Touted to be a high on octane action thriller, there were reports that Bollywood director Anurag Kashyap who made his acting debut in Tamil with Ajay Gnanmuthu’s Immaikkaa Nodigal will be playing an important role in Vikram's film as well.
- 5/24/2019
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
KollywoodFrom the director's tweet, it can be understood that he had an opportunity to play a role in the film but had missed it.Digital NativeAce filmmaker Anurag Kashyap is someone who would never miss heaping praises where it is deserved. On the release of the trailer of Super Deluxe, he had tweeted, “I had a chance to be part of this film and I regret to have missed the chance. Director @itisthatis super awesome trailer of “Super Deluxe” is here. Film releasing March 29th https://youtu.be/3-Xq_Zz3nPA Wow.” I had a chance to be part of this film and I regret to have missed the chance . Director @itisthatis super awesome trailer of “Super Deluxe” is here. Film releasing March 29th https://t.co/uCocdVfgLd Wow — Anurag Kashyap (@anuragkashyap72) March 11, 2019 Interestingly, acting in Tamil film is not new to this maverick director as he had played the antagonist in Imaikkaa Nodigal,...
- 3/13/2019
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
KollywoodThe director also praised all the actors in the film.Digital NativeDigital NativeVetrimaaran’s Vada Chennai, which chronicles thirty years in the life of an accidental gangster in North Madras, has struck gold at the box-office and has also managed to impress critics and audiences alike. The film managed to gross over Inr 30 crore in its opening weekend in Tamil Nadu and continues to hold well all over. While the film’s been getting a lot of praise from all quarters, filmmaker Anurag Kashyap has called it the most original gangster film. #vadachennai the most original Gangster film I have seen and so simply achieved .. @VetriMaaran you are consistently an amazing filmmaker .. one of the best we have .. — Anurag Kashyap (@anuragkashyap72) October 24, 2018 #andreajeremiah #Samuthirakani @dhanushkraja and the actors who played Senthil, rajan and padma .. just so brilliant #vadachennai . And that actor who plays the brother Kannan , in the scene where...
- 10/26/2018
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
ReviewWhile the plot has some interesting twists and Anurag Kashyap proves to be a creepy villain, the script needed more depth.Sowmya RajendranAjay Gnanamuthu's Imaikkaa Nodigal begins with a kidnapping and murder. Unlike most thrillers about serial killers, the criminal doesn't hide in the shadows. We know right from the opening sequence that it is 'Rudra', played by Anurag Kashyap. Or do we? Tamil films have often faltered when it comes to casting the villain, especially when he happens to be a Bollywood import. But Anurag Kashyap, despite the broad strokes with which his character is painted, manages to be creepy with his bulbous eyes and enunciation of a language that's not his mother tongue. The camera appears to be in love with every minute expression of his, and the lazy drawl he employs is quite effective. The killer's opponent in the game is Cbi officer Anjali, played by a...
- 8/31/2018
- by Ragamalika
- The News Minute
KollywoodAnurag was answering a question on who he'd like to direct from the south.Digital NativeDigital NativeNayanthara’s Imaikka Nodigal is one of the most exciting upcoming multi-starrer Tamil projects is all set to hit the marque on August 30 and it’s the first time in her career Nayanthara will be having two releases in a single month. Popular filmmaker Anurag Kashyap, who makes his Tamil acting debut through Imaikkaa Nodigal, has revealed that he wants to direct both Dhanush and Vijay Sethupathi together. As part of the promotions of Imaikkaa Nodigal, in which he plays a psychotic serial killer, Anurag was asked who he'd like to direct from the south and he immediately said Dhanush and Vijay Sethupathi. It's worth mentioning that Anurag has, in several of his interviews over the years, revealed that he's a huge fan of Dhanush's Aadukalam. Meanwhile, he's thrilled about his role in Imaikkaa Nodigal,...
- 8/30/2018
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
KollywoodThe reason seems to be financial disputes, but the film is likely to release in the evening.Tnm StaffNayanthara’s second release of this month, Imaikkaa Nodigal, directed by Ajay Gnanamuthu and produced by Cameo Films' Cj Jayakumar, was scheduled to hit the screens on Thursday, August 30. With tickets booked, eager fans from Tamil Nadu were disappointed to learn that the film’s morning and noon shows were cancelled in theatres across the state. The reason seems to be the financial disputes between the producer and rights holders. The film’s Kdm (Key Delivery Message) was not issued to start digital screening in theatres. A few theatres had announced that they’ll be playing Nayanthara’s Kolamaavu Kokila instead to compensate the already booked shows Many screens in Chengalpet area cancel #ImaikkaaNodigal Noon Show, as ‘financial settlements ‘ are still going on, may start from Matinee shows. pic.twitter.com...
- 8/30/2018
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
Indian filmmaker Anurag Kashyap is a busy man. Since 2016 he's been traveling the festival circuit with his features Psycho Raman (Raman Raghav 2.0) and Mukkabaaz, and is in the midst of completing a third feature titled Manmarziyan, while simultaneously producing a number of other features from young filmmakers both on his own and through his production company, Phantom Films. He has also worked as a writer on films like Bhavesh Joshi Superhero, and Geetu Mohandas' upcoming Malayalam language film, Moothon. In between all of this, Kashyap somehow found the time to make his Tamil language acting debut in the upcoming film, Imaikkaa Nodigal. Imaikkaa Nodigal is the second feature from young Tamil director R. Ajay Gnanmuthu, whose previous film, Demonte Colony, was one of...
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- 6/27/2018
- Screen Anarchy
Indian filmmaker Anurag Kashyap is a busy man. Since 2016 he's been traveling the festival circuit with his features Psycho Raman (Raman Raghav 2.0) and Mukkabaaz, and is in the midst of completing a third feature titled Manmarziyan, while simultaneously producing a number of other features from young filmmakers both on his own and through his production company, Phantom Films. He has also worked as a writer on films like Bhavesh Joshi Superhero, and Geetu Mohandas' upcoming Malayalam language film, Moothon. In between all of this, Kashyap somehow found the time to make his Tamil language acting debut in the upcoming film, Imaikkaa Nodigal. Imaikkaa Nodigal is the second feature from young Tamil director R. Ajay Gnanmuthu, whose previous film, Demonte Colony, was one of...
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- 6/27/2018
- Screen Anarchy
KollywoodNayanthara is on the chase of a serial killer, played by Anurag Kashyap.Tnm StaffTwitter/ Imaikkaa NodigalThe trailer of Nayanthara’s most awaited Imaikkaa Nodigal directed by R Ajay Gnanamuthu has been released. The trailer begins with Anurag Kashyap, who will be making his acting debut in Tamil, confessing his love for… wait for it… killing people. The film seems to be a cat and mouse chase between Rudra (played by Anurag) and Anjali (played by a very stylish Nayanthara). The film’s trailer has gripping moments, action-packed sequences and a good dose of romance between Atharva and Raashi Khanna. The trailer also has Nayanthara mouthing swear words followed by Anurag’s sarcastic laughter. Atharvaa and Raashi Khanna play medical students in the film. Atharvaa also plays Nayanthara’s brother. Vijay Sethupathi makes a fleeting appearance, asking, "Are you ok, baby?” in Naanum Rowdy Dhaan style. An earlier statement released by Anurag Kashyap about the film read, “What pulled me towards acting in Imaikkaa Nodigal is the role. Rudra is not your typical baddie. He doesn’t just smoke, drink, order his men around and indulge in item numbers. He is menacing, scary, smart and cunning. This strange mixture that forms the role is what tempted me to take it up although I was tied up with my own projects back in Mumbai. When the audiences watch the movie in theatre, if I’m able to evoke the tiniest of fears in them, as Rudra, I’ll consider my work done.” Imaikka Nodigal is directed by Ajay Gnanamuthu of Demonte Colony fame. He had worked with ace director Ar Murugadoss as his assistant before going on to direct films on his own. This crime thriller has music composed by Hip Hop Thamizha with Rd Rajasekhar handling the cinematography and Bhuvan Srinivasan editing the film. Watch it here:...
- 6/27/2018
- by Monalisa
- The News Minute
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