Pattalam Movie Preview

An army of young exuberant school kids are going to invade theaters this Friday through Pattalam. This is the second production of Lingusaamy’s banner Tirupathi Brothers. A theme woven around school kids and their carefree world full of mischief and fun is seldom explored in mainstream Tamil cinema. The last movie one can recollect on these lines was Kasthuriraja’s Thulluvadho Ilamai, but even that was more grown up than what was expected from a movie featuring school children. However,



Pattalam, from its trailer, promises to be a more genuine look into the world of those who have just about stepped into their teens.

Featuring a host of newcomers along with the experienced Nadiya, the movie revolves around how the correspondent of a school (Nadiya), who also happens to be a psychiatrist, manages to influence a bunch of young school kids and turn the school into a model institution. The newcomers Arun, Kiruba, Sathya, Balaji, Vikas, Suresh, Hari, Vignesh, Guru and Irfan were chosen by debutante director Rohan Krishna after an extensive screening process during which as many as 500 aspirants were scrutinized.

The movie claims to be a very genuine representation of the lives of children in schools and the methods used to harness their potential. Any common man will be able to relate to what happens in the movie.

Rohan Krishan has been an associate of Priyadarshan and Santhosh Sivan. The story of Pattalam has been written by Sheeba Rohan, music has been scored by Jassie Gift (‘Four Students’ fame). Close to the vacation season, let’s see whether Pattalam can re-awaken the school adventure genre.

Ayan Movie Preview

A Waywardly teenager, a youngster and an ageing gentleman – Suriya has done it all in his Vaaranam Aayiram. With an inexhaustible thirst for variety, he is ready for another date with the box office after the critically acclaimed Vaaranam Aayiram. Ayan is touted to be a high energy adrenaline rush experience with Suriya retaining his lately acquired six-pack hinting that there are as much action sequences as much there are romantic ones. And yes, if the promos are to be believed, Suriya drops his shirt flaunting his beefcake appearance.




Ayan has the all-fresh Tamanna playing Suriya’s female lead whose slow and steady rise to stardom is stuff for fairy tales. Ayan will also catapult Tamanna’s status into the big league and as a budding star; this movie is likely to become significant in her career.

And as far as the story goes, we do hear the usual clichés boasting on how the movie is different from the other movies. However, as a step ahead, here, director K V Anand declares that Ayan will rewrite the movie watching experience of Tamil viewers. “Ayan’s theme is completely unexplored in Indian cinema and hence the movie will be an eye-opener of sorts,” Anand was quoted as saying by the media. Besides, Suriya also revealed in a recent press meet that the Censor Board was uncertain in providing the movie’s certificate. All this only add up to the already swelling expectations.

Suriya plays the role of a 25 year old living in the labyrinth called Triplicane. So the requirement obviously demanded him to speak the ‘Chennai Sendamizh’. According to him, director K V Anand’s mastery helped him attain fluency in the dialect.

Originally named Boomathiya Regai, the movie was later rechristened to Ayan, meaning the unbeatable, for want of a crisp title. Ayan is shot in diverse locations including the maze like streets of Triplicane, the lush green forests of Africa & Malaysia and the Skeleton Coast of Namibia. Suriya’s electrifying action sequences are said to be one of the major attractions of the movie. Apart from Kanal Kannan, Franz Spilhaus, a stunt team that worked for many famous Hollywood movies has choreographed the stunt sequences in this film

Ayan also has Akashdeep Saigal debuting in Tamil in a negative role with Prabhu, Vivek and Karunas playing vital roles. Written by K V Anand and the noted writer Subha, Ayan is produced by AVM Productions and distributed by SUN Pictures.

Harris Jayaraj’s music is already topping the charts with footage from the movie being telecast in television channels. The album has 6 songs to its credit.

Ayan is scheduled for release this weekend, April 3, 2009.

Indira Vizha

Life is an exciting drama and all human beings are mere players in the greatest production. Human life allocates value to relationships. Apart from our closest circle of relatives and friends, we get to meet a lot of people in our lives. Among the diverse lot, some remain with us as our friends and due to certain differences, some become our foes. Indira Vizha deals with the consequence of such a tainted and embittered relationship. 

Santosh (Sreekanth) is a cheerful young man who works as a programme executive for a local TV channel. Hard-working and full of vigour to grow in the competitive world of entertainment, Santosh is always on the look out for ideas to enrich his presentations. Santosh meets Savithri (Hemamalini), a bright young Law student through one of his innovative programmes titled 'Asadu No. 1'. Working in close association, both of them get to know each other and fall in love. Subsequently, their love gains acceptance from their respective families and soon, the wedding gets finalized. Meanwhile, the channel's owner suddenly decides to transfer the management responsibilities to his wife Kamini (Namitha). Kamini is pretty, wily and adventurous. Soon, she takes charge of the channel's activities and in connection with the same, meets Santosh. The meeting shocks Santosh and Kamini. 

In the flashback that follows, Kamini and Santosh are shown as two bubbly youngsters madly in love with each other. When Santosh brings up the matter of an early marriage, Kamini does not concur. Fiercely ambitious, she prefers to settle down in her career well before familial responsibilities envelop her. Disappointed and confused and not knowing how to convince Kamini, Santosh drops his decision and soon, work takes him away from the city; her career distracts Kamini. Thus, both of them drift apart and away from each other. 

Cut to the present: Kamini is excited to see Santosh in her domain. His nearness excites her and caught in the daze, she decides to pull Santosh into her web and seduce him. Even knowing that he is engaged and soon to be married, she flirts with him using her position and power and in one vulnerable moment, tries to make a big move on Santosh. Realizing that Kamini is trying to transform the friendship into an extra-marital affair, Santosh tries to wriggle out of her hold. But cunning and result-oriented Kamini chases him and when he continues to put her off, she uses a wicked plan against him. Kamini files a complaint against Santosh for attempting to rape her. The scandal wrecks Santosh's reputation as well as his understanding with Savithri; friends and relatives look down at him. Insulted and hurt, Santosh takes the matter to court. So many twists and turns follow; is Santosh finally able to prove his stand? Does he escape from crafty Kamini's traps? Does his marriage pass the endurance test? How does Savithri react to the whole episode? 

Wait and watch Indira Vizha to know! This film is inspired by a Hindi film, which was inspired by an English film, which was inspired by...

Engal Aasan Movie Preview

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Starring: Vijayakanth, Vikranth, Seril Brindo, Suja
Direction: Kalaimani
Music: Sabesh Murali
Production: Thangaraj

Captain is back. It's been quite a while since we saw him on screen which is quite understandable because he is a man of many other commitments too. However, Engal Aasan is ready for release, a trifle delayed though.

But it looks as though the delay might end up helping the movie. Engal Aasan is a story based on a big economic scandal where fake documents are fabricated to show issue of loans to people while the money is siphoned off by others. The scam is to the tune of a few crores. Well, if



this reminds you of India’s biggest corporate fraud then don't think that Engal Aasan was made with that in mind.

Vijayakanth plays a bank officer who takes charge in a village office and after a few days starts noticing huge discrepancies in the way funds have been dispensed as loans. He wants to get to the root of the scam. But, the bad elements destroy all evidence that he has and even put him on the wrong side of the management. But Captain does not accept defeat and that is what the movie is all about.

Vikranth (Vijay's cousin), Sheryl Printo and Akshaya are also part of the cast. The film has been directed by Kalaimani with camera handled by A. Venkatesh and Sabesh Murali scoring the music.

Adada Enna Azhagu Movie Preview

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Starring: Jai Akash, Nicole, Ashish Vidyarthi, Karunaas, Raguvaran, Reka, Aishwarya
Direction: T.M. Jayamurugan
Music: TM Jaimurugan
Production: Tiruppur M.V. Ramaswamy

Jai Akash has been missing from the scene for quite a while now. One might be forgiven for thinking that he had done the disappearing act. But, he is back with a release. Adada Enna Azhagu is set to hit theaters this Friday. Featuring Jai Akash and debutante Nicole in the lead, the title suggests that the movie will be a love story. While not totally disagreeing with the assumption, director



T.M. Jayamurugan adds that the movie is much more than just an ordinary love story.

The lead character played by Jai Akash is one who holds very lofty principles in life. He follows Periyar’s doctrine of philosophy wherein any wealth accumulated beyond one’s basic needs should be given away to the less privileged. The director has also quoted an incident from the life of the revolutionary communist leader Stalin who did not hesitate to sacrifice his son’s life for the sake of his country; the hero of the film will exhibit such high levels of patriotism.

With such credentials, the hero ought to be the ‘perfect man’ and a story involving such a character cannot be just a love story. The director said that the movie shows how two people with very similar tastes in music meet each other and become friends which later blossoms into love. Their love meets with zero resistance from all sides and all seems to be well and rosy until a misunderstanding threatens to do them apart.

Adada Enna Azhagu has been produced by Tiruppur M.V. Ramaswamy on behalf of Alipiri Movies. Music for the film has been scored by the director himself who has also taken care of the lyrics. Adada Enna Azhagu raises hopes of a good love story with social consciousness.

Innoruvan Movie Preview

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Starring: Adithya, Manoha
Direction: Gunasekaran
Music: Aatish Uthriyan
Production: Akshaya Multimedia Creations

In a weekend that has two relatively bigger movies, Innoruvan too is making its appearance. The film introduces Adithya and Manoha as the lead pair. Innoruvan attempts to drive home the importance of confidence and self belief in a man’s life. Nothing else has been disclosed about the movie which was shot in and around Pondicherry, Kuttralam and Ambasamuthiram.

Apart from the debutantes, the movie features experienced artistes like Kadhal Dhandapani, Visu and MS Bhaskar



who has lent his voice for a ‘gaana’ song in the movie. The film’s director Gunasekaran has tuned and sung 5 of the 7 songs in the movie while the rest have been done by Aatish Uthriyan.

Innoruvan is the maiden venture of Akshaya Multimedia Creations.

Kuselan Tamil Movie Preview

The wait should be finally over. Kuselan, directed by P Vasu starring Superstar Rajnikanth is all set to hit cinema halls.

This film is a remake of Malayalam movie Kathaparayumpol. Jointly produced by K Balachander of Kavithalaya and M P Vijayakumara of Seven Arts, it is also being released in Telugu as Kathanayakadu.

The movie has been the talk of the town what with the biggest marquee names in Kollywood are figuring in it. Grand, style and slickness are the words being associated with the movie, not talking about the fresh looks of Rajini.

Kuselan, to be released with maximum number of prints have Nayanthara, Pasupathy, Meena and Vadivelu in imporant roles. The film's music is already a big draw. G V Prakash has managed to combine his tehno virtuosity to match the mass expectations of Rajni fans.

Rajni fans, after the disappointment of Baba, were more than satisfied with what they got in Chandramukhi. And now, with the same P Vasu is directing the Kuselan, their expectations are even more high.

Jeyam Kondaan Tamil Movie Preview

Kannan, a former associate of Manirathnam is wielding the megaphone for Jayamkondan, a movie starring Unnale Unnale Vinay, Bhavana and Lekha Washington in lead roles.

Produced by Sathyajothy Films, the film would be a youthful entertainer, which would draw all sections of the audience to cinema halls, says an optimistic Kannan.

In a similar vein, Vinay says, 'it is a role quite different for me. Happy that I am working with a director like Kannan. I am confident that he would emulate his mentor in making quality movies.'

Bhavana, the Malluwood girl says, 'Jayamkondan has a good story line and there is good scope for me to perform’.

On her part, Lekha Washington says, 'I learnt a lot working with Vinay and Kannan. Due credit should be given to my producers, who encouraged me a lot.'

The movie has musical score by Vidyasagar, dialogues by Pattukottai Prabhakar and cinematography by Balasubramaniam.

Dasavatharam Movie Preview

Kamal Hassan don't do different things. He always do things in a different way. Perhaps this could be the success formula for this evergreen actor, who is conquering the hearts and minds of Tamil speaking people all over the world. His forthcoming magnum opus, Dasavatharam, which is directed by K. S. Ravikumar had already created enough hype which is almost equal to that of Superstar Rajinikanth starrer Sivaji.

The movie features Kamal in ten different roles and Asin in two roles, apart from Mallika Sherawat and Jayaprada in the lead roles with Napolean, M. S. Baskar, Santhana Bharathi and Ravikumar himself in other pivotal roles. The movie upon release will be subsequently dubbed into six Indian languages, which are Hindi language|Hindi]], Telugu language, Malayalam, Kannada, Bhojpuri and Bengali with the same title. The film's score and soundtrack was written by acclaimed composer, Himesh Reshammiya, with lyrics from two lyricists. The film, prior to release, has given rise to great expectations due to the number of high-profile artists involved within its creation. At the present status of progress, the film is still being shot in various locations and a trailer is being readied. The date set for release worldwide, after several postponements, is 15 August, 2007.

Hollywood make-up artist Michael Westmore does the make-ups for Kamal Haasan in the film. Currently confirmed roles of Kamal Haasan in the film are a 130 year old man, an old spiritual woman, a beautiful young lady and a rural tourist guide named Udhar Mani. He also plays the role of acting like a 7feet tall man which was filmed using modern technology. Dasavatharam is a term used in Hindu mythology to depict the ten incarnations of Lord Vishnu. Kamal plays 10 characters in this film, most number of characters played by a single actor in a single film ever till date!

Sathyam Movie Preview

For the first time, Vishal is donning the role of a cop in Sathyam. Interestingly, the bilingual film would be the first direct Telugu venture for Vishal, who so far tested Andhra waters with dubbing movies alone. In Telugu, it has been titled as Salute and shooting is progressing briskly.

Stating that the film will be sleek and stylish, Vishal said, ‘the film has all necessary commercial elements, which will be liked by one and all. I am very much expecting the release’

On the sudden makeover in the career by donning the role of a top cop, Vishal said, ‘though director Rajasekhar approached me with the script two years ago, I couldn't do it, as I wanted to become more matured. However, me and mybrother Vikram Krishna understood that it is not a run-of-the-millpolice film. It is quiet different and will surely appease my fans.’

‘Have you done any specail workouts to fit into the role?’ When asked, Vishal said, ‘yes. I have done rigorous workouts to resemble a fit police officer. I am spending most of the time in gym nowadays to give that tough guy feel to the audience.

Says director Rajasekar, ‘Vishal is simply superb in the role of a police officer. About 70 per cent of the shoot were over so far. The film's major assets are music by Harris Jayaraj (his 25th film) and graphic works by famed Hollywood technician who worked for Matrix and Krishh.’ Produced by GK Films, the film has Nayantara opposite Vishal.

Aegan Movie Preview

What started as a mere rumour that choreographer Raju Sundaram is directing Ajith was later officially confirmed. Then started the title guess and it was buzzed that the film has been named Aegan, which refers to Lord Shiva, which in turn means the one and only powerful God. And this too was confirmed with the shoot is now going on in a brisk phase.

According to sources, the film is loosely based on Hindi blockbuster Main Hoon Na. Nayantara, whose on screen presence with Ajith in Billa created waves is once again joining hands with ‘Thala’ in Aegan.

Navdeep, who has acted in Arindhum Ariyamalum is doing the role of Ajith’s brother in the movie. Says Raju Sundaram, ‘the role of Ajit in the film is such a powerful one. He fights for justice and establishes his supremacy. That’s why the title Aegan.’

The movie is being produced by Ayngaran International and some important portions of the movie including the introduction shot of Ajith was shot in Hong Kong. The film is expected be a real treat for die-hard Ajith fans.

Dhaam Dhoom Movie Preview

The sudden death of cinematographer - director Jeeva during the shoot of Dham Dhoom in Russia has not halted the project. Instead, the post production works of the film is now going on in a full swing, thanks to Jeeva’s wife Anees and his mentor PC Sreeram.

Jayam Ravi, the hero of the movie says, 'the sudden demise of Jeeva shattered us. However the whole unit came together to complete the movie on time. Dham Dhoom is our tribute to Jeeva'.

On the film, he said, ‘it is an action cum romantic entertainer which has loads of ingredients for today’s youth. Harris Jeyaraj’s music is simply superb. The tunes are still doing rounds in my ears. You have to hear them to believe.’

Starring Kangana Ranawat and Lakshmi Rai as heroines, the film revolves around Ravi, a medico, who goes to Russia and encounters a series of problems. With language becoming a barrier in the alien land to prove his innocence, how he overcomes all the trouble to return to India forms the crux.
Lakshmi Rai says, ‘I can’t forget Dham Dhoom in my career. It is such an interesting script which has ample importance to my role. Surely the film is going to be one of the important films for me.’

Vallamai Thaaraayo Movie Preview

For director Madhumitha, her maiden venture Vallaimai Tharaiyo would raise the eyebrows of many, thus making her to hog the limelight.

Says she, ‘the film with Parthiban and Chaya Singh in the lead portrays the pains and challenges of women. Unlike others who had earlier told same kind of stories, we tried to throw light on women’s plight in a commercial way. The film would surely work with the audience.’

Says Chaya Singh, ‘I had to take a break in Tamil since offer continously knocked my doors from Kannada and Bhojpuri industries. Vallamai Tharaiyo is the right movie to mark my comeback. I am happy that I had worked with an experienced actor-director like Parthiban.’

Meanwhile, Madhumitha has said offers from Kollywood and Tollwood are coming her way. ‘Cinema is my passion. And I am here to stay. I will decide on my next film soon. It may be either in Tamil or in Telugu. Because veteran producers from both the industries have approached me.’

Again talking about her maiden venture, the filmmaker said, ‘Censor Board officials highly appreciated me after watching Vallamai Tharaiyo. The film would surely work with the audience.’

Thenavettu Movie Prview

After an off-beat Katradhu Thamizh, Jeeva is back to basics with Thenavattu, an out and out commercial entertainer.

Directed by Kathir, the film would be a treat for front-benchers, says Jeeva. ‘The storyline of Thenavattu is interesting. Kathir has worked hard. The end product will certainly attract the audience. It would be one of the important movies in my career.’

Kathir, who had worked as associate with Seeman, says, ‘Jeeva is a wonderful actor to work with. His zeal to excel has impressed me. We are making the film with utmost care and with a sole aim of satisfying common masses’.

Tollywood glamdoll Poonam Bajwa is making her debut in Tamil with Thenavattu. Srikanth Deva has scored the music. E Anthony, who churned out Manadodu Mazhaikalam, is producing Thenavattu.
Says Poonam Bajwa, ‘Thenavattu will be a right visiting card for me. The script has everything in it. I am getting ready for a round in Kollywood.’

Uliyin Osai Movie Preview

What I wrote as Sarapallam Samundi in Murasoli four decades back has now become Uliyin Osai. It is an interesting story of a sculptor, who is a part of the team that built the renowned big temple of Thanjavur, said Chief Minister M Karunanidhi at the audio release function of the film recently.

Going down the memory lane, he said, ‘the story is set in the 10th century and is about the romance between a sculptor and a dancer. The film is set against a backdrop of the Tanjore temple, which is a renowned world heritage symbol.’

Heaping praise on Karunanidhi and the movie, Vairamuthu said, ‘I recently watched Uliyin Osai along with Kalaignar at a special screening. I was really stunned to see a sudden twist in the climax, which no one can guess.’

The movie starring Vineeth, Keerthy Chawla and Akshaya in the lead roles has seven songs composed within 24 hours by Ilayaraja. Kannan is cranking the camera and sets are erected by GK.

Produced by Murugesan of Nandini Arts, the movie is ready for release soon. Karunanidhi took a shorbreak from his busy schedule to present a seven-minute foreword.

Ayudham Seyvom Movie Preview

After testing waters with distributing and releasing films, Pyramid Saimira, the multinational company ventured into full-fledged production with Ayudham Seivom, a film which as director-turned-actor Sundar C in the lead.

Udhayan, who directed Vijayakanth in Perarasu, has wielded the megaphone for the movie. Kattradhu Thamizh- girl Anjali plays Sundar C’s ladylove while Napolean, Nasser and Vadivelu play a prominent role. In addition, Vivek plays a traffic constable to tickle the funny bones of the audience.

Says Udhayan, ‘the movie does not have any violent scenes, though the title is Ayudham Seivom. Love your neighbours is the crux of the story. Apart from acting, Vivek has sung a song set to tune by Srikanth Deva and appears for it on screen.

The movie has a huge starcast which includes Nasser, Vijayakumar, Sukanya, Manivannan, G M Kumar, Ponvannan, Shanmugarajan, Ku Gnanasambhandham among others Malavika and Vindhya have appeared for a couple of item numbers.

The other credits are Srikanth Deva (music), K S Selvaraj (cinematography), M Kasi Viswanathan (editing), Jana (art), Thalapathy Dinesh (stunts), Dinesh and Prabhu Srinivas (choreography), Pa Vijay, Snehan and Udhayan (lyrics).

Muniyandi Vilangiyal Moondramaandu Movie Preview

After a succesful outing in Em Magan, triumphant duo Bharath and director Thiru Murugan have teamed up again for Muiyandi Vilangyial Moonramandu, again a village based flick with all necessary commercial elements.

Produced by Lotus Fivestar and Thiru Pictures. a temple for Lord Muniyandi was constructed for the film. Says Thirumurugan, ‘at first, we searched for a Muniyandi temple to shoot the film, since it plays an important role in the plot. Later, we came to the decision to construct a small shrine.’

Stating that the temple was constructed at a cost of Rs 10 lakh with all necessary poojas and parikarams, Thirumurugan said it would be presented to the public after the shooting was over.

On the movie, the filmmaker said, ‘it’s emotional family drama which potrays a unique bond of relationship between a father and a son. However, it will be totally different from Em Mahan. Again, Vadivelu is playing an important role.’
The audio of Muniyandi Vilangiyal Moonramandu was released recently by Vijay in the presence of Vairamuthu.