India’s Tamil Nadu state has suspended the screening of a new film following protests from Muslim organisations. They allege that Vishwaroopam, a spy thriller, "targets Muslims and their beliefs". The spy thriller is directed and co-produced by Kamal Haasan. The film also features the star in the leading role. Kamal Haasan has denied that his… Continue reading India’s Tamil Nadu suspends Kamal Haasan’s Vishwaroopam
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Video: ‘Vishwaroopam’ screening suspended
Cabinet spokesman Minister Keheliya Rambukwella said the screening of the Indian film, Vishwaroopam, directed by Indian actor Kamal Hassan who plays its lead role has been suspended The spokesman said the suspension was in lieu of the films potentially damaging nature to racial harmony in the country. [Full Coverage]
Vikram Prabhu’s makeover
Vikram Prabhu has signed up two films after the success of his debut in "Kumki". The good looks and charm of this young actor did not go unnoticed in Kollywood and he is on the current hot list of Tamil cinema. His next film is to be with Saravanan, titled "Ivan Veramathiri". Following that is… Continue reading Vikram Prabhu’s makeover
"September Madham" girl passes away
Sophiya Haque was a former TV presenter who then became an actress. In Kollywood she is best known for her dance performance in "September Madham" song from Maniratnam’s "Alaipayuthey". She recently passed away after a losing struggle with cancer. She was a great dancer and also a great singer because of which she performed in… Continue reading "September Madham" girl passes away
Rajini’s special video message at Madurai fans
The audio of Bharathiraja’s Annakodiyum Kodiveeranum would be launched at the Railway Grounds in Madurai today evening at around 4 pm, in the presence of stalwarts like Mani Ratnam, Ilaiyaraja, Balu Mahendra, Mahendran and many more. A couple of trailers would also be released on the occasion. Rajinikanth was supposed to be present at this… Continue reading Rajini’s special video message at Madurai fans
Kamal and Aascar team up for Vishwaroopam and beyond …
Kamal Haasan’s Vishwaroopam is all set to release on January 25th and booking plans have opened in all the theaters across the city. We have come to know that Aascar Ravichandran has bought the distribution rights of the movie in the all-important Chennai City and NSC Areas. The amount of purchase isn’t being disclosed. This… Continue reading Kamal and Aascar team up for Vishwaroopam and beyond …
Nayanthara denies any glamour for Ajithfilm
There were reports doing the rounds that Nayanthara would be pushing the limits in the glamour department in the new Ajith – Vishnuvardhan movie. She had earlier dazzled in Billa with the same team but in this new film she would not be playing a glamorous character at all. She also rubbished reports which said… Continue reading Nayanthara denies any glamour for Ajithfilm
Sarath Kumar and Cheran join the February battle?
Chennayil Oru Naal, a remake of Malayalam hit Traffic, starring Sarathkumar, Cheran, Prasanna, Radhika Sarathkumar, Remya Nambeesan and many more is likely to hit the screens in February. In that case, the film will compete with a number of biggies, like Mani Ratnam’s Kadal, Vikram-Jiiva starrer David, Ameer’s Aadhi Bhagavan, Bala’s Paradesi and Pandiraj’s Kedi… Continue reading Sarath Kumar and Cheran join the February battle?
Siddharth gifts expensive wheels
Siddharth’s mother turns 60 today and the actor wants to make it special for her. The Nootrenbadhu star will surprise her today with an expensive luxury car. Meanwhile, Siddharth has a number of projects in Tamil and Telugu. The actor has started shooting for Sundar C’s Theeya Vela Seyyanum Kumaru, which will star Hansika opposite… Continue reading Siddharth gifts expensive wheels
Will Vishwaroopam be the first for Sathyam Cinemas?
Popular Cineplex Sathyam Cinemas have been steadily expanding their presence in and around Chennai by acquiring and upgrading existing theatres. It is believed that Sathyam Cinemas is all set to launch 11 swanky new screens in Velachery. The high-end luxury multiplex will be called LUXE and will be located inside the sprawling Phoenix Mall, near… Continue reading Will Vishwaroopam be the first for Sathyam Cinemas?