'Thadaiyara Thaakka' - Shooting wrapped

Cinemimi[Wednesday, December 28, 2011]The shooting of Arun Vijay's 'Thadaiyara Thaakka' has been wrapped except for one song. The team has also started the post-production work which is taking place at a brisk place side by side. The dubbing work of the film is currently going on at a preview theatre in Chennai.Inside birdies reveal that Thaman has churned out some excellent numbers for this film and tried different methods. The film is touted to be ready post Pongal.Currently, Arun Vijay has taken a much needed break from the shoot, and has gone on a vacation with his family to the Middle East. He will be back to Chennai on January 4, following...

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Goodbye Cheeta: Tarzan's sidekick – or fraud of the jungle?

Cinemimi [Wednesday, December 28, 2011] Hollywood mourns Cheeta the chimpanzee. But could a chimp have lived to the age of 80?He had a difficult relationship with several of his Hollywood co-stars, biting some of them and throwing his own faeces at others. But 1930s cinema audiences were thrilled by Cheeta the chimpanzee, the sidekick to Johnny Weissmuller's Tarzan, whose death on Christmas Eve was announced yesterday.The Suncoast Primate Sanctuary in Florida, where he was enjoying his retirement, reported "with great sadness" that Cheeta died from kidney failure at the age of 80.The community had "lost a dear friend and family member", it added.The...

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'Nanban' trailer - IG exclusive!

Cinemimi[Saturday, December 24, 2011] 'Nanban', one of the much awaited films of 2012 saw a grand audio launch at Coimbatore yesterday, in fact, grand would be an understatement. The crowd went crazy watching their matinee idols Vijay, Jiiva, Srikanth at the launch. The event also saw the unveiling of the theatrical trailer of the film.IndiaGlitz exclusively brings to you the trailer of this biggie. The trailer lives up to the expectations the teaser created for its only funkier, more fun and gives a perfect prelude of the film introducing to us each of the cast, including Vijay, Jiiva, Srikanth, Ileana, Sathyaraj, Sathyan and others.Watch the...

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'Rajapattai' - User Review

Cinemimi [Saturday, December 24, 2011]Chiyaan Vikram has come out with an out and out commercial entertainer, along with Suseenthiran and Deeksha Seth. 'Rajapattai', saw a big worldwide release yesterday.Warning: Spoilers AlertThe following article is by a user and is not IndiaGlitz's take towards anyone or anything. Written by Prabhu from Canada'Rajapattai' - User ReviewLand mafia lobes mixed with Indian cinema spices to smell like the usual curry but, tastes a little different for the last few scoops.Anal Murugan the protagonist, is an aspiring gym boy (cinema stunt double), dreaming of making it big as villain in Tamil cinema. But fate turns...

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Captain's 'Oomai Vizhigal' to be remade?

Cinemimi[Saturday, December 24, 2011] There was a buzz in Kollywood that director Vincent Selva, who made films like 'Priyamudan', 'Youth' (both Vijay starrers) and 'Iraniyan', will soon remake cult thriller 'Oomai Vizhigal', which had Vijayakanth in the lead role.However, the filmmaker is quick to deny it. "I am going to direct a fresh script and I felt that the title Oomai Vizhigal will be apt for it. When I approached Aabavanan (the man behind the original version) with the idea, he was unable to give me permission to use the title due to unavoidable reasons."Selva, who is mentor to top filmmakers like Mysskin, adds: "Hence I am planning to...

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Venkat Prabhu 3D flick with Suriya

Cinemimi[Friday, December 23, 2011]There were lots of stories doing the rounds about if Suriya and Venkat Prabhu were coming together for a film soon. Well good news for all Suriya fans as well as the fans of the 'Mankatha' director. The answer is YES!The director recently confirmed to a daily that he had recently narrated a one-liner script to Suriya which the latter seems to have liked very much and also nodded his yes to the project.Now the director is working on expanding the script. Moreover this film, Venkat revealed, will also be shot in 3D right from day one. This film would also be a new and fresh experience for the Tamil audience revealed...

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Kamal to be directed by Lingusamy - Shankar?

Cinemimi [Friday, December 23, 2011] The Kollywood industry is abuzz with a rumor that director Lingusamy and director Shankar are silently planning to make a movie together. We hear the directors are keen to cast Kamal Haasan as their hero in this venture.The project is touted to be in its initial stages. Lingusamy and Shankar had come together recently for the former's film 'Vettai's music release event. It is reported that Shankar has written a script. Director Lingusamy who came across this script seems to have liked it, according to reports, and has also got the green signal to direct the same.Now both the directors' unanimous choice happens...

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Ajith's next with Vishnuvardhan or Shiva?

Cinemimi[Thursday, December 22, 2011]Now that the shooting of 'Billa 2' is over but for some patch work which will be completed in a few days, 'Thala' Ajith is gearing up to start his next. It will be directed by Vishnuvardhan."Actually Ajith has two projects in his hands. One to be helmed by Vishnuvardhan and the other by Siruthai fame Shiva. But Ajith chose Vishnuvardhan since it is a long due to work with him," circles close to the 'Thala' say.They add: "It was Vishnuvardhan who was to direct Billa 2. But he missed it due to unavoidable reasons. At that time, Ajith promised Vishnu that he would work with him soon. The actor is honouring it...

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Hindi 'Ko' with Prakash Jha as auteur

Cinemimi[Thursday, December 22, 2011] KV Anand directed 'Ko' amassed huge crowd at the theatres and took the lead actors acting career to the next level. Now the film is all set to be made in Bollywood as well. While it was earlier rumored that KV Anand might direct the Hindi version too and will debut into Bollywood as director, recent developments reveal that the production house of 'Ko' has roped in Prakash Jha to direct this political thriller.Prakash Jha who has already become a hit, directing political films in Bollywood (read Rajneethi and Aarakshan) we hear is all set to zoom his camera for this next venture. While the director has confirmed...

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Happy birthday, Superstar Rajinikanth!

Cinemimi[Monday, December 12, 2011]Superstar Rajinikanth turns 62 as he celebrates his birthday today (December 12). Rajinikanth is one of the legendary actors in Tamil cinema and is in the league of Sivaji Ganesan and MGR. He is the matinee idol of not just Indians but many others as well who are probably introduced to Tamil cinema through his films.From a coolie to a bus conductor who participated in stage shows to a villain to an actor, Rajini's journey to the world of success and super stardom needs no introduction and he is where he is today due to mere hard work and extraordinary style and attitude, all the same while maintaining a simple...

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Rajinikanth fans demand wax statue at Tussauds

Cinemimi[Monday, December 12, 2011]The Asian superstar Rajinikanth achieves another landmark in his age today and his mega strong 63000 fan club is gearing up to have the superstar's wax statue at Madame Tussads.Considering the fact that less popular stars have had their wax work done and the phenomenon Rajini is certainly the one who can draw maximum attraction, the momentum is to planned to be spread on line first, later other activities will be chalked out to have the superstars wax work done.There is also news of Rajinikanth being considered for Padma Vibhushan... This movement is spearheaded by producer S.Ramanathan who made films like 'Geraftaar',...

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UTV's 'Mugamoodi' from today

Cinemimi [Monday, December 12, 2011]Today is Jiiva's big day. His new project 'Mugamoodi', directed by Mysskin and produced by UTV Motion Pictures, is hitting the floors today. "A grand kung fu fight scene will be shot on the first day of the shooting," sources say.Until a few days back, there were rumours that another young actor would replace Jiiva in this film. But the 'Ko' star clarified on his microblogging page, "There is no such thing that I am getting out of Mugamoodi. It's just rumours rumours and rumours."According to Dhananjayan, who heads UTV Motion Pictures, "Jiiva is our superhero in Mugamoodi. We are amazed by his preparation,...

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Why Vivek became villain?

Cinemimi [Saturday, December 10, 2011]You might have read recently that Vivek is doing a negative character in a Tamil-Kannada bilingual, titled 'Vazhipokkan'. The leading comedian has now come out with an explanation on the reason behind his decision."Many ask me why I have turned a villain all of a sudden. I thought that my character in Vazhipokkan and its script are different and interesting. So I accepted the role without any hesitation," he says.Sharing the screen space with Vivek in 'Vazhipokkan' is Mithun Tejaswi, who is also producing the film. It may be recalled that both had worked together earlier in 'Magane En Marumagane',a comedy...

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Jayam Ravi eager to complete 'Aadhi Bhagavan'

Cinemimi [Saturday, December 10, 2011]Jayam Ravi has done a lot of home work for his upcoming film 'Aadhi Bhagavan.' Directed by Ameer the film sees Jayam Ravi and Neetu Chandra essaying lead roles. The film sees Jayam Ravi sporting two looks - one as that of a man with a long beard and the other is a toned and chiseled look.But the film is believed to be progressing at a snail's pace thanks to Ameer's other commitments and his acting stints. Ravi recently revealed during an interview that the film's shooting is progressing at a very slow pace. He also expressed that if he's given a chance he'd opt out of this project!All Jayam Ravi now wants...

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Abhinaya's tryst with Tollywood

Cinemimi [Saturday, December 10, 2011]Abhinaya, the 'Nadodigal' and 'Easan' girl is going great guns in Tollywood. She has signed two big projects, one with Nagarjuna and the other with NTR Junior, the two leading actors of Telugu film industry.Though she is not the heroine of the above films, the characters Abhinaya doing is of ample importance, we learn. Confirming this, the actress says, "I am so happy to share the screen space with Nagarjuna and NTR."In the meantime, Abhinaya is doing a Malayalam movie titled 'Reporter'. "It is a meaty role and am happy to foray into Mollywood," says Abhinaya. Interestingly her father Anand Varma has also...

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Sameera Reddy and Amala Paul bag it again!

Cinemimi [Friday, December 09, 2011]The girls in the Lingusamy directed Vettai have been selected to be the brand ambassadors of Chennai Rhinos, the Celebrity Cricket League team from Kollywood. Sameera and Amala are excited at being chosen as the brand ambassadors.Amala Paul said that she could not believe her ears when told about her being selected and was way too happy to react immediately.It is interesting to note that both Sameera and Amala play the leading ladies in Vettai directed by Lingusamy. The film is due to be released soon and has Arya and Madhavan playing the hero...

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Nanban and Billa 2 most expected films

Cinemimi [Friday, December 09, 2011]A popular Tamil magazine conducted a poll to find out the most expected film of 2012. Rajinikanth’s Kochadaiyaan, Kamal Haasan’s Viwaroopam, Vijay’s Nanban, Ajith’s Billa 2, Arya’s Vettai, Silambarasan’s Vettai Mannan and Danush’s 3 were in fray to scale the first place.Of all these films, Vijay’s Nanban reached the top spot with 1,19, 668 votes while Ajith’s Billa 2 followed it with 1,08,339 votes. Looks that these two are the hottest picks of 20...

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Meet Simbu! Watch 'Osthi'! An IG Special

Cinemimi [Friday, December 09, 2011]IG brings to you a unique chance to meet Simbu aka STR, or do we say Osthi Velan? You can now meet and interact with Simbu who is known for his honest and forthright interaction with fans and audience, apart from watching 'Osthi' through IG!All you need to do is participate in a simple contest and if lucky you win a chance to watch the film, speak to Simbu and share your feedback on 'Osthi'! Can a STR fan ask for more?Simbu after playing an entirely different character in 'Vinnaithandi Varuvaya' that smitten the hearts of many and a casual role in 'Vaanam', is back to commercial cinema through 'Osthi' that...

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'Mambattiyan' to release in 700 screens

Cinemimi[Thursday, December 08, 2011]'Mambattiyan' is releasing in 700 theatres across the globe. The film sees Prashanth in the titular role of the forest brigand, 'Mambattiyan,' with Meera Jasmine pairing up with him as his heroine. The film is directed by Thyagarajan and is all set for release. The film has been shot across most of the thickets in South India.Music is by Thaman, there are six songs in the film with one remix, which has been crooned by Simbu, which is a highlight of the music album.Prashanth is absolutely thrilled that his film is seeing a release in as many as 700 theatres panning the globe. The film also sees Prakash Raj,...

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Venkat Prabhu: I am overwhelmed, working on buddy cop genre

Cinemimi[Thursday, December 08, 2011]It's a super success for Venkat Prabhu today, his 'Mankatha' has seen a successful 100 day run at the box office.'Mankatha' also marks the 50th film of Thala Ajith and the expectations were sky rocketing on this film even as it went on floors and the weightage on Venkat Prabhu was high from day 1 but he has satisfied Thala fans and movie goers with this movie and has managed to deliver a sleekly packed entertainer.Speaking to IG, Venkat Prabhu says, "I am very, very happy that the film is still running in many suburbs. I am only happier that I was able to live up to the expectations from Thala fans, in fact...

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Humanitarian award for 'Engaeyum Eppothum'

Cinemimi [Thursday, December 08, 2011]If you have seen the film 'Engaeyum Eppothum' it is hard to forget the message that the director conveyed through his film. Kick-starting the film showcasing a high-impact accident involving two buses, the film roles backward to the lives of people whose lives has turned topsy turvy due to the carelessness of one.Now, the Human Rights Organization has come forward to award director Saravanan with a humanitarian award for the social message that the director so effectively conveyed with his film 'Engaeyum Eppothum'.The award will be handed over to the director at an event organized for this purpose on December...

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Eros to release Karan Johar's 'Agneepath' internationally

Cinemimi[Tuesday, December 06, 2011]Dharma Productions' 'Agneepath', one of the most eagerly awaited releases in the New Year, has joined hands with Eros International Media Ltd. According to our reports, the premium banner will be releasing the Hrithk Roshan-starrer in the international markets on January 26, 2012.Produced by Karan Johar and directed by Karan Malhotra, 'Agneepath' is homage to the cult 1990 classic directed by the late Mukul S Anand.Pranab Kapadia (President - Marketing and Distribution, Eros International) confirmed the development by stating that 'Agneepath' marks the first of the big ticket releases next year and Eros is...

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