Simbu praises Ajith's performance in Mangaatha to heavens

Simbu praises Ajith's performance in Mangaatha to heavens

September 2, 2011

Being an ardent fan of Ajith Kumar, Silamabarasan is bowled over by the performance of Ajith Kumar in his silver jubilee film, Mangaatha. The actor, who saw the movie at Sathyam Cinemas in Chennai, has praised the actor to heavens.

The Vinnaithaandi Varuvaayaa star saw the movie on the release day. If reports are to be believed, Silambarasan watched Mangaatha two times on the same day. It is said that like every crazy Thala fan, he was dancing and blowing the whistle, when ever a punch dialogue, song or an action scene appears on-screen.

“Thala not only stole the money, he stole the whole show!!! Ajith is rocking in the film ... Great work by the whole team !!! Congrats to each and every one who is a part of the film !!! Thala da Mangaatha da !!!” Silamabarsan posted on a social networking site.

Meanwhile, Venkat Prabhu directorial Mangaatha, which stars Ajith Kumar, Trisha Krishnan and Arjun Sarja, is doing good business at the Box Office. The occupancy on its first day stayed around 90 to 95 percent.

Simbu, who was busy filming Osthi in Mysore, cancelled the shoots of his upcoming Tamil film to watch Mangaatha on its opening day. (OI)

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Mangaatha movie review

Mangaatha movie review

August 31, 2011

Excitement and Expectations are the two Es, which are associated with Ajith Kumar's 50th movie Mangaatha (Mankatha) release. As expected, Thala rocks the show with his styles, actions and performance. However, the overdose of stunts and useless characters in the film are irritating at parts. Read on for Mangaatha review.

Story:
Sanjana (Trisha)'s father Arumuga Chettiyar (Jaya Prakash) devises a plan to steal 500 crores, the money, which was used for gambling during Indian Premier League. His gang includes Sumanth (Vaibhav), Prem (Premji), an IIT graduate, Mahat (Mahat Raghavendra), Ganesh (Ashwin Kakumanu), a sub-inspector at Dharavi in Mumbai. After their plan to rob comes to know, suspended cop Vinayak Mahadeva (Ajith Kumar) joins the team of thieves. On the other end, super cop Prithvi (Arjun Sarja) takes oath to uproot the betting business.

How they execute their plot? Will they succeed in their mission? What measures Prithivi take to bring the betting business to halt? Answers for all these questions should be seen on-screen, as the excitement of watching the movie will be lost if one reads here the entire story.

Performance:
Ajith Kumar's fans could not have expected for more from their star, as the actor has given his best performance till date. His acting, salt and pepper look with the negative shade in his character are treat to watch. Especially, he impresses the audience during action sequences. Arjun Sarja has proved, why people call him as 'Action King'. He has perfectly fitted the bill. Trisha has not got much to do in the movie. But she excels in her limited role. Vaibhav is good. However, Premiji is not a right choice for the character, as his antics fail to evoke any response from the viewers. Even newcomer Mahat also disappoints you. Jaya Prakash is at his usual best. Rest other character like Anjali and Andrea Jeremiah, who will be seen as Vaibhav and Arjun's wives, are okay.

Technical:
The action scenes are the plus and minus points of the film. Even thought, it has been wonderfully shot, overdose of those scenes in the second half play spoilsport. Nonetheless, watching Ajith Kumar's saying 'I am a mad man' and 'money money money' during stunts are good to watch. Shakti Saravanan's photography is excellent, choreography is simple but energetic. Editor Praveen KL could have been bold in his work, as some scenes are dragging at parts. Music and Songs picturisation are apt. Finally, Venkat Prabhu's direction and screenplay.

Well, the director has almost succeeded in his first ever film with a big star. The filmmaker has fabricated the story keeping all the successful elements at one hand and the tastes of Ajith Kumar's fans at other. Had he not lost the grip on the script, the movie would have undoubtedly become one of the biggest hits of Thala. The screenplay is dragging and gives you a boring experience. Adding to that, too much of characters does not help the proceedings and it is only in the last 30 minutes before the interval, the story becomes interesting. The second half thrills you with twists but irritates with too much of action sequences. However, Arjun and Ajith's climax scene is wonderful shot.

Verdict:
Mangaatha has all the entertaining elements. It is especially for Ajith Kumar's fans and the people, who love action-oriented movies. Family audience may not like the subject. One should watch for the actor's performance and Venkat Prabhu's attempt to make the movie in Hollywood style with local budget!

Cast: Ajith Kumar,Trisha,Arjun Sarja, Viabhav and others
Director: Venkat Prabhu
Music: Yuvan Shankar Raja
Cinematography: Sakthi Saravanan
Producer: Dhayanidhi Alagiri
Released On: August 31, 2011 (OI)

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Trisha Krishnan in Mankatha as slum girl

Trisha Krishnan in Mankatha as slum girl

January 17, 2011

South Indian petite beauty Trisha Krishnan is the only actress who feels Yoga as a torture chamber. The actress was in the news headlines for taking pot shots at actress Anushka Shetty, who was a yoga guru initially.

However, Anushka avoided controversy by reacting to the tweets of Trisha Krishnan. Now, here is a news of Trisha’s character in the movie ‘ Mankatha’. Trisha will be seen as a slum girl in the movie ‘ Mankatha’ which has actor Ajith and Arjun playing the lead. The film is a multi starrer and has Lakshmi Rai as the second female lead.

Unit sources of M report that Trisha will be seen without any make up in the film and she will surprise her fans with country accent. Trisha visited a Chennai slum and captivated some of their lifestyles to be depicted in the movie last month. (HC)

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Anjali enjoyed her Mankatha experience

Anjali enjoyed her Mankatha experience

January 17, 2011

It’s been a while we heard some news from the Mankatha camp. Actress Anjali who played ‘Angari Theru’ lead joined the team at Mankatha. The reason cited for this new inclusion is that Dhayanidhi Azhagiri who produced ‘Thoonga Nagaram’ is taking up production duties for Mankatha too and hence the choice for Anjali.

The lady really enjoyed her experience and is excited to join the team, as she was quoted saying, “It was a wonderful experience .I am really blessed to be a part of the team and such a special offering by Ajith.”

Others in the list include opposite lead Trisha, Action hero Arjun, Lakshmi Rai, Premji Amaren and Vaibhav playing important roles.

A definite treat for Thala fans as the movie is expected to release on his birthday i.e. May 1. (KT)

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Trisha gets connected with Oscar

Trisha gets connected with Oscar

August 20, 2010

South Indian petite beauty Trisha has made her debut in bollywood with the movie Khatta Meetha. The actress was seen as a debutant in the Bollywood, but her debut movie did not earn her good fate for the film, which is termed as a flop at the bollywood box office.

But here is news, which is interesting and exciting. ‘Khatta Meetha’ has been selected by the Oscar library and that too for its script. ‘The Library of the academy of Motion Picture arts and sciences’ has picked up this movie for its script and will be scheduling it in the Oscar library.

It is heard that this movie will also be a part of the viewing of selection committee of Oscars and if its gets through it, then it may win a nomination in Oscar 2011. (HC)

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Actress asks more remuneration

Actress asks more remuneration

August 4, 2010

Maryada Ramanna's success has all of a sudden got a new demand for Saloni.

The actress has been well appreciated in the film and now she has increased her remuneration after this success. There are many new film makers who want to work with this fair skinned beauty, but she is not available for a cheap price anymore.

Saloni may not be in the league of Trisha and Shriya as far as remuneration goes, but she is no B-grade actress anymore. Saloni feels that she not only has the looks, but also has the talent and so needs to be appreciated. We are with you young lady, keep rocking! (GUL)

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Trisha Suffering From ‘Gerascophobia’

Trisha Suffering From ‘Gerascophobia’

August 4, 2010

To those who are not aware, the word 'Gerascophobia' refers to the fear of ageing. Usually, this is high among the women who have gone past their twenties and right now, one top league heroine is said to be going through this. She is none other than the petite beauty Trisha.

Sources say that she is touching 30 in three years time but right now, she wants to look 20 forever. With the Bollywood debut happening for Trisha, the urge seems to have gone stronger, as per sources.

The unusual thing is that it is heard that Trisha is taking injections that protect her from ageing and one really wonders what would be the side effects of this. This grapevine is making strong rounds in the Kollywood circuit and let us hope that Trisha is not resorting to such stuff. (GA)

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Trisha Gives Green Signal For Lip Lock

Trisha Gives Green Signal For Lip Lock

August 3, 2010

Bollywood is one place where anything can happen and even the most tamed heroines tend to become bombshells. It appears that the same is happening with the petite beauty Trisha.

Reports are arriving from Mumbai that Trisha has given her green signal to get into lip lock sequences on the screen. If that is true, then she will definitely pip the other south Indian beauties like Asin or Priyamani who are vying for a spot there.

What remains to be seen is who is going to be the lucky actor that will get to touch the soft and juicy lips of Trisha in front of the camera. Right now, she is gearing up for the shooting of her new Hindi movie under the direction of Gautam Menon. (GUL)

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Manirathnam’s hot and beautiful actress is back now

Manirathnam’s hot and beautiful actress is back now

August 2, 2010

Guessing who could be the actress? She had stolen the hearts of millions with her cherubic beauty and happened to be a dream girl for them. The actress is none other than Madhubala, who created high waves with her astounding performance in K. Balachandar’s ‘Azhagan’, ‘Vaanamae Ellai’ and later shot to fame with Manirathnam’s ‘Roja’. Off the late, the actress quit her filmdom and settled down with her family life. Nearly after a decade, she is making her comeback with a Hindi film.

Speaking about this, the actress says, “Hema Malini is my relative and since she persistently requested me to take up the offer, I had no other option. I will continue to act in films, if I come across good scripts and roles. I am an ardent buff of Vijay and love his onscreen chemistry with Trisha…”

Madhubala will be seen performing lead role in a TV serial Soundaravalli, which will be telecasted on Jaya TV from 2nd August. (KT)

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Trisha's Bitter Experience

Trisha's Bitter Experience

July 27, 2010

Trisha was at the top in Telugu and Tamil films, when she started longing to act in Bollywood movies.

Immediately she got the chance to act in her Godfather like mentor Priyadarshan directed movie "Khatta Meetha" with top hero Akshay Kumar as its hero.

The flick was released recently and got the talk of a flop. With her debut venture in Bollywood bombing at the box office, Trisha encountered a bitter experience and it is said, she has again started eying south side. (TO)

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Trisha to act with her 'real' mother

Trisha to act with her 'real' mother

July 8, 2010

According to reliable sources, Trisha mother Uma Krishnan has agreed to do a cameo in Kamal Hassan's next film, which is tauted to be a big budget extravenga. Trisha is playing the lead role opposite Kamal in this film.

Earlier many directors tried to persuade Uma Krishnan, the beautiful mother of Trisha Krishnan to act in films but the lady politely turned away all the offers saying daughter's career first. But now Uma Krishnan could not say no to Kamal Haasan and is all set to make her debut in Tamil films.

The team is already in Europe for the first schedule. The film stars Kamal Haasan, Madhavan, Trisha and Sangeetha in main roles. (GUL)

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"Universal Hero" Kamal Haasan to direct again

"Universal Hero" Kamal Haasan to direct again

July 6, 2010

Film icon Kamal Haasan will wear the director’s hat for a third time in his 50-year-long career even as younger daughter Akshara steps into the film industry as assistant to Rahul Dholakia.

Akshara does not want to follow elder sister Shruthi’s example and don the grease paint, said Haasan who was here for the inauguration of an retrospective of his films.

In his career spanning five decades, Haasan has only helmed two films, Hey Ram (2000) and Veeru Mandi (2004), and he is raring to call the shots again, having already zeroed in on prospective scripts.

"I will direct more films. Many young actors want me to direct and guide them. There are so many actors, people and talents, who haven’t got their moment of glory and if possible I’d like to help all of them. There are some scripts I am looking at," said Haasan.

The 55-year-old, who won his first National Award in 1960 at the age of five for his debut in Kalathur Kannamma, said that both his daughters are fiercely independant and make their own decisions.

"I don’t interfere in their career decisions, I give advise when it’s asked for. Akshara has started as an assistant on a film, though it’s not a part of my production house," said Haasan of his 19-year-old daughter.

Akshara and Shruthi are Haasan’s daughters with actress Sarika, who separated from the actor in 2002.

Haasan had flown in to attend the inauguration from Italy where he is shooting with Madhavan and Trisha for the film Manmadhan Ambu. (CHIT)

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Tapasee bags a role in Jeeva's next

Tapasee bags a role in Jeeva's next

July 1, 2010

Doubtlessly, Jeeva has been the busiest guy in town for the actor has been simultaneously shooting for various projects at the same time. With his previous film Katcheri Arambam turning to be a top-drawer at the box office, the actor has completed shooting major portions of the film Singam Puli, in which he plays dual roles. The actor is also occupied with K.V. Anand’s KO that has Ajmal and actress Radha’s daughter Karthika along with the Goa famed Piaa Bajpai in lead roles. His other film Roudram has completed its first schedule and he will start his next project Vandhan Vendran by the first week of August.

Filmmaker Kannan, who shot to fame with his continuous successes Jayam Kondan and Kanden Kadhalai (remake of Bollywood blockbuster Jab We Met), is wielding the megaphone for this film. For the past couple of months, Kannan has been busy in the pursuit of an actress to perform the female lead character. First it was mentioned that Nayantara will be signing the project and now newcomer Tapasee has bagged the offer.

Previously, Tapasee had replaced Trisha in the Dhanush starrer Aadukalam and now Nayantara. Touted to be a crime-thriller, the entire film will be shot in Mumbai with Vasan Visual Venture producing it. (OI)

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Tamil Actress Trisha Krishnan Hot Exclusive Photo Shoot

Tamil Actress Trisha Krishnan Hot Exclusive Photo Shoot

July 1, 2010

Trisha has offered her body to Avinash Gowariker, the top still photographer in Mumbai. Don’t get into conclusions folks. She offered herself to his camera posing in the sexiest way possible.

Trisha says, “Avinash is the most popular name in Mumbai circuit and I got associated with him to get into a new photo shoot just for the sake of circulation in media. He composed a style of shoot to show me dusky, sultry, natural and of course sexy”.

Avinash said, “It’s a way of discovering each other. I consider it a net practice with her. She is great and I like her”.

Well, if this is net practice then what Avinash is going to do in actual match!!!!!!!!!! (GA)

Exclusive Trisha Hot Sexy Photo Gallery

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Trisha to star in another Bollywood film

Trisha to star in another Bollywood film

June 29, 2010

South Indian actress Trisha has recently made her Bollywood debut with Akshay Kumar, starring in the movie Khatta Meetha, which is yet to be released. But the Tamil actress has already signed her second film, if the reports are to be believed.

There is a buzz that Trisha will star opposite Prateek Babbar, son of Smita Patil and Raj Babbar. The film is a remake of Trisha’s superhit Tamil film Vinnaithaandi Varuvaaya (VTV) by Gautham Vasudev Menon. The Tamil actress will again play the role of Jessie in the Hindi remake.

According to the sources closed to the development, Trisha has already signed for the movie and the shooting of the film will start in August. But Trisha preferred not to comment on this project. Gautham Menon, the director of the Tamil version, will be directing the Hindi version also.

Prateek made his debut in a supporting role in the film Jaane Tu Ya Jaane Na. Prateek will be playing the lead hero in the film, which was played by Silambarasan in the Tamil version.

Ambica Hinduja is reportedly producing the movie, which will go on the floor in the middle of August in Malta, where the original movie was shot.

Now, Trisha is busy with the shooting of her Tamil film Manmadhan Ambu starring Kamal Hassan. They are shooting in a Titanic-like ship on a Mediterranean cruise with three decks.

In the meantime, she has been requested to come to Mumbai for the promotion of her Hindi film Khatta Meeta. Her manager informed, “Trisha has already requested her Manmadhan Ambu director K S Ravikumar to give her time off from the European schedule. She will be back in Mumbai, five days before the release of the film.” (OI)

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‘I haven’t reduced my salary for Kamal’: Trisha

‘I haven’t reduced my salary for Kamal’: Trisha

June 29, 2010

It is well known that beautiful actress Trisha is playing a lead role opposite Kamal Haasan in the latest flick titled ‘Manmadhan Ambu’ and the shooting is going on at brisk pace in Paris. It was heard from some of the sources that Trisha had reduced her remuneration for the film. But the actress denies the rumors and says “I have not reduced my fee for the Tamil film as compared to the Hindi film. Rumours that say I have are all untrue. For me the story is always more important than the money.

My role opposite Kamal in ‘Manmadhan Ambu’ is a dream come true. I lost the chance to act with him in ‘Dasavataram’ and ‘Marma Yogi’. He wanted me to co-star with him in ‘Manmadhan Ambu’ and that is being realized now. In Hindi film ‘Khatta Meeta,’ I play the role of a straightforward Corporation Commissioner.

It is directed by Priyadarshan. He is my guru. When he invited me to act in the film, I was only too happy to.” [WaY]

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Nayantara rejects 1 crore offer!

Nayantara rejects 1 crore offer!

June 22, 2010

Today many top actresses like Trisha, Asin are earning lots of money through acting in many commercial adds, the sexy and hot actress Nayantara rejected 1 crore offer by declining to endorse a popular consumer goods product. It is said that a famous consumer goods company had approached the actress recently to be a brand ambassador for their products but the actress says ‘strict no’ before they completes their discussions on it and even though they are ready to pay 1 crore.

Nayantara says “Once I decide about something, seldom do I revoke that decision. Irrespective of the money offered to me, I said ‘no’ to the offer to endorse the company’s products. I do not want to cheat people by making them believe that I am using the product in order to get them buy it for the sake of the money offered to me. I simply can’t understand this logic.” [WaY]

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Tamannaah confirmed for Simbhu; Maddy not yet

Tamannaah confirmed for Simbhu; Maddy not yet

June 22, 2010

After the big success of ‘VTV’, Silambarasan has given commitment to two movies simultaneously. One is a bilingual which is to be done in both Tamil and Telugu under Lingusamy’s direction. The other one is he pairs with Sarth Kumar’s daughter Varalaxmi.

A few days back it was reported that Tamannaah is under consideration to play a lead opposite Simbhu in Lingusamy’s film and now it is said that she is confirmed for the movie and was asked to give 25 days successive call sheet for the film.

Sources say that she plays a law college student and she was asked to shed some weight to fit for the role in this film. The close sources say that it is for the first time Tamamnnaah pairing with Simbhu and definitely the pair will be hit just like Simbu-Trisha jodi in ‘VTV’.

Sources further say that the director Lingusamy has tried Madhavan to play Tamannaah’s brother in the film but he didn’t get final confirmation from the actor. In the mean time, Lingusamy is also considering Ajmal if Maddy says no for it. [WaY]

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Trisha's brush with Bollywood

Trisha's brush with Bollywood

June 17, 2010

One of the most sought after stars down south is soon to make her big Bollywood debut alongside Bollywood Box Office king Akshay Kumar in the comic riot Priyadarshan’s Khatta Meetha.

Trisha Krishnan, who already has 35 odd films to her credit, is at the top of her game down south and after patiently waiting for the right Bollywood break settled on Priyadarshan’s Khatta Meetha – the story of a common man caught in an uncommon situation. Says Trisha, “I made my debut in the south with Priyadarshan and now will be making my Bollywood debut with him as well. We were in talks for quite a while now and he thought Khatta Meetha would be the most apt movie for me to make my Bollywood debut.”

Trisha, who with her impressive kitty of work is bound to give the other actresses in B-Town a run for their money, essays the role of an innocent, timid girl in Khatta Meetha much unlike what she is in real life.

Apart from working with one of the best comic directors in the industry Trisha also stars opposite Akshay Kumar in her debut. Says a gushing Trisha, “Akshay Kumar is my producer and my hero.”

The industry is already abuzz with news of this gorgeous lass who is a powerhouse of talent proof of which are the awards she’s managed to bag down south.

Says an acclaimed trade analyst, “Trisha is one of those stars who manages to mould herself as per her roles. She is never the kind to get bogged down with a certain image. That will take her a long way in Bollywood.” (OI)

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Kamal and Trisha shooting in Paris!

Kamal and Trisha shooting in Paris!

June 17, 2010

Kamal Haasan and Trisha starrer latest flick ‘Manmadhan Ambu’ is being shaped well in the hands of top director K S Ravi Kumar. The film shooting is progressing at brisk pace. From Friday onwards the lead pair is shooting in Paris.

Trisha in her social networking site twittered– “Paris is beautifuuulll…Les champs élysées, le louvre, le tour Eiffel, le note dame……sigh….the city of looveee….blessed to be here”.

The story has been penned by Kamal Haasan itself and now he is working on screenplay also. [WaY]

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