Archive for June, 2007

Nayantara is thrilled about Billa

Saturday, June 30th, 2007

      
      

Eagerly
expecting the release of Billa is not only Ajith, but also Nayantara.
Hoping that the film will turn a new leaf in her career, Nayantara
anticipates that more offers would come in her way once Billa gets
released.

“Billa is the best crew that I have worked so far.
Everything was organized and planned. Director Vishnuvardhan was always
cool and good at extracting work from others. It is like a picnic for
me since this is one of my longest abroad schedules”, says Nayantara,
when asked about Billa.

On dancing in Balelakka with Superstar Rajnikanth in
Sivaji, the actress says, “My mobile is continuously ringing after the
release of Sivaji as my friends and fans are complimenting me for
sharing screen again with Rajnikanth”.

Source: www.indiaglitz.com

Ajith to work with Vijay again

Thursday, June 28th, 2007

      
      

The latest buzz doing rounds is that Ajith has accepted to work with director Vijay again.

Ajith is currently busy shooting for Billa in
Malaysia. On completing the movie, which is a remake of yesteryear
blockbuster that features Super Star Rajnikanth, Ajith would work with
Vijay.

Sources say, Ajith was impressed with the way his
forthcoming release Kireedom has shaped up. The movie is a remake of
Malayalam hit titled the same. Directed by debutant A L Vijay, Kireedom
is set for release early next month.

The actor had seen the movie during dubbing and was
impressed with Vijay’s skills and he has urged him to work in his
forthcoming venture. Shreya is tipped to play the heroine.

Source: www.indiaglitz.com

`Kireedam` goes to Kalingar TV!

Wednesday, June 27th, 2007
   
Who wears the crown in Kollywood? Well it looks like ‘Kalingar TV’,
the yet to be launched television channel, owned by Chief Minister
Karunanidhi’s family members.

‘Kalingar TV" which has grabbed the television rights of all biggies
like Sivaji and Dasavatharam, has now also got
Kireedam, the Ajit film for a fancy amount.

In the ensuing battle with market leader Sun TV, it is advantage
‘Kalingar TV’, as they are going about signing films even those under
production! The Tamil producers never had it so good.

Source: www.sify.com

Kreedom- Music Review

Wednesday, June 27th, 2007

Kreedom is the next big release after Sivaji and everyone is waiting for the release of this family drama starring Ajith and Trisha. G.V.Prakash made his presence felt with his very first album and when he joins hands with ‘Thala’ Ajith Kumar, it is sure to spark curiosity.

Lets see how the young G.V.Prakash fares,

Vizhiyil

Kreedom

The very first song starts with an impressive note and G.V.Prakash shows his mastery over slow paced romantic song. Inspiring orchestration, smooth and romantic sounds make this number a treat for all the fans of Ajith. The singers Sonu Nigam & Swetha do their work with perfect élan. A sure chart buster.

Rating – 4.5/5

Kanavellam

The starting notes do give one a deja vu feel with Harris Jeyaraj’s compositions. This number is sung by a proud father about his son which just follows the usual path with nothing new to offer but rich lyrics do make the song a good one to hear. The sounds used in between lighten up the track. Jeyachandran and Karthik do their job; overall an average track.

Rating – 3/5

Vilayaadu Vilayaadu

Kreedom

This is the opening song of Ajith. It does have a peppy feel but still the sound is a little on a higher note and the rhythm is very much similar to some of the kuthu songs of the past. In the middle the sounds used though innovative is very harsh on ears. Shankar Mahadevan sings the song with his usual charm. A track that will satisfy Ajith’s fans.

Rating – 2.5/5

Akkam Pakkam

Sadhana Sargam is back with this slow number which is about the fantasies of a lover. Even though the rhythm and feel do remind us about her super hit ‘Snegidane’, the music director uses the sounds to good use. The lyrics too have a major hang over of Snegidane. Yet the final outcome is satisfactory.

Rating – 4/5    

Kaneer Thuliyae

                                                Ajith
A R Rahman looms over this number of G.V.Prakash which sounds a lot like Kanathil Muthamittal and Uyirae put together. Vijay Yesudas does justice to this track. Getting inspired by the legend of Indian film music is natural for any upcoming music director and it is more justified in G V Prakash’s case as he shares the family genes with Rahman. However when one finds his own touch it aids the song to stand out. And G.V.P does find some success in that.

Rating – 2.5/5

Kreedom Theme music

The start impresses the listeners but the flow is lost soon and when it is regained, it is a bit too late. It is a valiant attempt by the music director to add a theme song which has a running time of four minutes as it is quite rare in Kollywood. The final outcome is satisfactory, but Hindi music lovers can easily recognize the source of inspiration of G.V.Prakash.

Rating – 3/5

On the whole G.V.Prakash does a neat job but shows his uncle’s effect on his music more than once. But as he is in his start up phase of his career, great things are expected from this young music director very soon. A decent buy.

Overall rating – 3/5

Source: www.behindwoods.com

Expectations high on Kireedom

Tuesday, June 26th, 2007

      
      

With the much-awaited audio of Kireedom is out, expectations are high on the movie’s release.

Directed by debutant A L Vijay, Kireedom was waiting
in the wings since Sivaji released in maximum number of theatres last
month.

Sources say now Kireedom is gearing up for a release during the second week of July. Promos and publicity would commence soon.

The movie produced by veteran producer – actor
Balaji’s son Suresh Balaji in association with adlabs features Ajith
and Trisha together. Raj Kiran plays a prominent role. The movie is
inspired by Malayalam hit Kireedom and has musical score by G V Prakash

Raj Kiran plays a pivotal role in the movie.

Source: www.indiaglitz.com

AVM gets ready for Billa

Friday, June 22nd, 2007

Malaysia seems to be the favorite abode these days for the Indian film fraternity be it for vacationing or for shooting. Following the prevailing norm, the unit of Billa 2007 was also stationed at this picturesque location for the last couple of months to shoot for the film. If sources are to be believed, shooting for Billa is fast approaching completion and the crew will be returning to Chennai by the end of this month. 

Billa

The remaining part of the film will be shot at AVM studios in Chennai from July and for this purpose an impressive gigantic set has been erected to complete the rest of the film. If things go as per the unit’s plan, the film should be ready for release in a couple of months which is certain to bring cheer to all of Ajith’s fans.

An interesting trivia about the film is that Nayantara has shed her homely image and is appearing in bold, skimpy costumes in Billa 2007.

Source: www.behindwoods.com

Venkat Prabhu to direct Ajith?

Wednesday, June 20th, 2007

Chennai 600028 has emerged a true winner, which has not only surprised the film critics and movie buffs but the entire team as well. There is no doubt that director Venkat Prabhu is in cloud nine savoring his victory. This trained singer and actor finally established himself as a director. And as like his father, Venkat Prabhu has no formal training in direction. What a way to go!      

Venkat Prabhu

Talking about his future course of action, he said that he is more likely to concentrate in directing movies rather than acting. His acting ventures Nyabagam Varuthe and Vasantham Vandhachu will hit the screens soon. Apart the two movies, he is donning an important role in Maddy’s Vazhthukkal.

With rumors rife in Kollywood that he is working on a story for the Ultimate Star Ajith, Venkat Prabhu did not deny it but merely said that he would announce his next project within a month’s time. Will he spring another surprise?

Source: www.behindwoods.com

Ajith – Nayan opine on Sivaji

Monday, June 18th, 2007

Although not in town to catch the live Sivaji action and excitement that has gripped Tamil Nadu and all over India, Ajith managed to catch a full glimpse of Sivaji when it premiered in Malaysia on Thursday (14/06/07) night, where he is shooting for the upcoming Billa. Ajith and Nayanthara were spotted in Damansara, Malaysia for the special premiere of the mega movie at 9.00 p.m.

Dasavatharam

They were greeted by Malaysian politician Datho Samuel. Ajith was also accompanied by Maras Ravi who handles the Malaysian shooting of Billa. Sivaji has obviously left Ajith and Nayanthara enthralled which was visible, sources present at the venue stated.

Billa crew, which includes Namita, director Vishnuvardhan, and producer L. Suresh will be stationed in Malaysia for a month for the shoots.

Source: www.behindwoods.com

Ajith in K.S.Ravikumar’s direction again!

Wednesday, June 13th, 2007

The combination of Ajith and K.S.Ravikumar has produced two films. ‘Villain’ and ‘Varalaru’ have both been super hits. There is a talk in the industry that this successful combination is coming back again.

K.S.Ravikumar, Ajith, Silambarasan

K.S.Ravikumar who is busy directing ‘Dasavataram’ has agreed to direct a film for the Karunas Iyenaran productions from London. It is learnt that this film will go on the floors after completion of ‘Dasavataram’.

Ajith who is doing ‘Billa’ is likely to act in the Iyengaran productions film directed bv K.S.Ravikumar.

Shreya who is doing ‘Sivaji’ with Rajini, ‘Azhagiya thamzhmahan’ with Vijay and ‘Kandasamy’ with Vikram is expected to pair with Ajith.

The announcement will take place once ‘Dasavataram’ gets completed, says people close to K.S.Ravikumar.

Source: www.cinesouth.com

Kireedom in the waiting

Tuesday, June 12th, 2007

      
      

A
total of 20 theatres in Chennai will be screening Sivaji beginning 15
July. It has deprived theatres for several films that were planning for
a release in the last week of June.  Kireedom starring Ajith was
initially slated for a release during the last week of June.

Directed by newcomer Vijay, even the postproduction
for Kireedom was completed. Since all good theatres have been booked
for Sivaji, the release of Kireedom has been tentatively postponed to
July.  Buzz is that the audio of Kireedom would be launched sans any
fanfare.

G V Prakash scores music.

Trisha plays Ajith’s ladylove in the movie. Raj
Kiran is cast as Ajith’s father in the movie, which is being produced
by veteran actor and producer Balaji’s Sujatha Cine Arts.

Source: www.indiaglitz.com