20,000 fans participated in Vijay's Velaayutham poojai

20,000 fans participated in Vijay's Velaayutham poojai


Vijay prefers to move with his fans and the Pooja of Velayutham is an example for it.
Vijay's Velayutham which is being directed by Jeyam Raja was started yesterday at Chennai with a special pooja in which 20,000 of Vijay's fans participated in it.

Two girls are pairing with Vijay in this movie and they are Jenelia and Hansika. This movie is being poduced by Aascar Films.

While speaking on the occassion, Vijay said "I requested Aascar films to do a simple pooja for this movie. But they preferred to go Big as the way they always prefer to do it - for example - the audio release of Dasavathaaram."

"I am not a very big star. For me, its all fans who support me in my career and I always remeber and recognise the same" Vijay continued "Jeyam Raja has given several successful movies and he prefers to do movies with his brother"

Commenting on Jenelia's presence Vijay said "After the movie Sachin, she is acting again along with me. After acting for Sachin she went to Telugu and then to hindi and then she prefers to move out but we pulled her back here" When Vijay said this there was a big applause - as Jenelia was supposed to go to srilanka for the film fare (which will bring a ban on her) but its Vijay and his team which stopped her going.

Vijay compared Hansika with Kushboo - not on controversies but on her beauty!!!

Nayanthara fainted due to pregnancy?

Nayanthara is now dating Prabhu Deva, while Sameera is busy praising Prabhu Deva and his talents causing agony to Nayan.

Nayan was forced to keep watching Prabhu Deva as many babes in the industry are looking at him with love while with envy at her.

Due to this agony, Nayan used to miss her meals and sleep. Her intimacy with Prabhu has also grown more.

Even though the doctor who attended her in the shooting spot adviced her to take food and proper sleep, gossipers feel that Nayan might be pregnant through Prabhu Deva due to very close love making.

Jimmymovie Reviews

Jimmy

Movie Jimmy Director Raj N Sippy Cast Mimoh Chakraborty, Vivana, Zulfi Syed, Shakti Kapoor

Sonia Chopra

There are words you've heard consistently in films of the '70s and '80s – karz, brain tumour, bete ka farz and the widowed mother squealing 'beta nashta to karte ja'. If you feel you’re trapped in a mish-mash of several formulaic, unimaginative films of that era, you truly can’t be held at fault. Mithum Chakraborty's son Mimoh's debut Jimmy wouldn’t be fair on any newcomer and one wonders what made them zero in on this one. The story gets into the grim of things quickly: the phone rings for ACP Rajeshwar Vyas (Rahul Dev, grimacing and scowling, and never in uniform) and he receives information about a dead body. We see the body of Ritu Bhatnagar, a lady with plumped-up lips and big, non-blinking eyes. The next cut takes us to Jimmy (Mimoh) who’s dancing away furiously in a nightclub where he works as the DJ. As your eyes curiously scan the newcomer, you realise a few things – he’s a great dancer, an absolute natural; his dancing, unfortunately, does not make up for his lack of leading man looks and presence; his hair needs some immediate TLC (tender loving care). The song playing in the background has lyrics like `why not Jimyyyyyy’. Jimmy is DJ at night and mechanic at day; he’s working this hard to repay his deceased father’s karz and give his aatma shanti. His mother is the archetypal filmi ma, only tad more glam. She keeps spouting dialogues like`ye ladka bhi na’, when not scolding him like he’s a five-year-old. Love interest arrives in the form of a girl Megha who keeps crashing into his car and the cop they go to, alas, turns out to be Shakti Kapoor in his most suggestive and objectionable avatar. They christen her Miss Breaking News and turns out she is the daughter of a man who calls himself an Arabpati. Arabpati is friends and partner with a slimy man and his slimier son (Vikas Kalantri, help); again these characters are straight out of the villains in the '70s who always came in beta-baap jodis, with the latter being the more calm and cunning one. Arabpati suggests that Megha marry his partner’s son, but she’s fallen for Jimmy. Meanwhile, Jimmy faints twice and is diagnosed as having brain tumour. He is approached by a man who claims to have killed Ritu. He wants Jimmy to take the blame upon him, and in return, is willing to finish off his existing loan. What happens next? Courtroom drama that make you giggle, emotional rona dhona that gets on your nerves, the ACP who is omnipresent and manages to eavesdrop on everyone’s conversations, the story told all over again through a flashback scene, and a twist that has you all twisted in the head. Mimoh is a superb dancer, but he's not proven himself to be hero material whether in terms of talent, presence or even outward styling. Vivana is pretty in a Sonali Bendre kind of way and has a commanding screen presence as well. Zulfi Syed, who plays Jimmy’s bhai-jaisa-dost, gives dialogue delivery so bad, it’s perplexing. The technical aspect of the film is archaic. Cinematography tries hard to be contemporary and cool, but ain’t; editing needed to trim the film further, was the flashback really required; the storytelling technique is old as the hills, and the dialogue is unoriginal and uninspired. Songs like Marhabba are quite listen-worthy. The film, overall, gives a very outdated feel and its lack of originality makes for a rather dull debut vehicle.

All credit goes to Vijay: Arya

All credit goes to Vijay: Arya

Sridevi Sreedhar | Thursday, 08 July , 2010, 11:30

Arya is content in his own league. It’s this quality that makes him so endearing. It’s his child-like vulnerability that strikes you the most, when you have a conversation with the actor. He may give the “I’m casual about my work”- vibe but directors like Bala and now AL Vijay vouches that there is no compromise for Arya when it comes to his work. Meet Kollywood’s most adored young star in his most candid mood on the eve of the release of his big budget period drama called Madharasapattinam. Excerpts Are you tensed on the eve of the release? (Laughs) My job is over when the film is complete. What happens after that is in the hands of the audiences. It’s the love and affection of the fans that matters most. My job is to give every role I portray, my best shot. I don’t have any hang-up’s and I like doing things my way. I am doing my best to promote the film. I am relaxed and chilled out. Tell us about Paruthi, the character you are doing in the film? Paruthi is a poor dhobiwala who is also a wrestler. He is strong headed and you will see a new Arya as far as acting, and body language goes. This guy falls in love with the British governor’s lovely daughter and how he fights against the powerful British for his love. Madharasapattinam- A sify special How was it working with Vijay? He is the most hardworking director that I’ve ever met. He is so clear in his thoughts and this film is his dream comes true. I have to confess that Vijay totally controlled me and made me act the way he wanted, something I’ve not done so far. But I enjoyed it to the hilt. And if someone says that my acting is good, the credit goes to Vijay. How did you complete a period film of such huge canvass in less than 100 days? It was perfect planning. Vijay was ready with sketches and a bound script before the shoot started. He has spent almost a year in pre-production, research and making sketches and with cameraman Nirav Shah and art director Selva around, it was picture perfect. Producer Aghoram totally believed in Vijay and his script and that’s how we completed the film in just 103 days. Any nostalgic moments during the making of the film? (Thinking). We were shooting the climax in Mohan Studio where art director Selva had re-created the Central Railway station of 1947. The scene was happening on August 14, 1947 the night before Independence and we all suddenly realized that it was August 14, 2009. We all became so nostalgic and emotional about the whole shoot that we became speechless for some time. I can never forget that day. How was Amy Jackson on the sets? She is such a sweet person. Very hard-working, sincere and down-to-earth that she would even go to the extent of getting up from her seat whenever someone on the sets gives her a glass of water or juice and say ‘Thank You”. Do you think the film will be a hit? If not for anyone, but for Vijay I hope the film becomes a huge hit. Aghoram believed in the script and if the film works big time, it will be a reward for him and big boost to other producers to make more Madharasapattinam’s in future.

Bhram movie review

Bhram

Movie Bhram Director Pawan Kaul Producer Nari Hira Music Pritam Chakraborty Cast Milind Soman, Dino Morea, Sheetal Menon, Simone Singh

Sonia Chopra

Supermodel Antara Tyagi (Sheetal Menon, lots of lip gloss) is in the thick of fashion industry grime. Warding off `interested’ men at all corners, even sleeping with some, she meets charming, flirtatious Shaan (Dino Morea) whom she begins to like. The lovebirds are all set to make it serious when Antara’s introduction with Shaan’s older brother Devendra (Milind Soman), his only family, takes an unexpected twist. This meeting brings about an ugly childhood memory relating to Antara’s older sister Namrata. Antara accuses Devendra raping and killing her sister, and act she witnesses as a child. Of course the fact that Dev happens to be something of a scion whose mug appears in the papers all the time, and yet, Antara never recognised him, is a script folly. Initial shock later, Shaan sets into action to uncover whether this accusation is true or whether it’s Antara’s bhram. Assuming this plot must have sounded reasonably bearable story on paper, the film fails in its execution and the bizarre final minutes of the film. The climax is convoluted, it’s the typical film ending where all the main characters are present and emotional dialogues are exchanged for the longest time. Here you also have thundering skies atop a Manali mountain, and the culprit Dev confessing he raped his own girlfriend (Namrata) when she resisted running away with him, which indirectly led to her death. `I loved her. Maine Aisa Kya Gunah Kiya Hai’?, he asks his dazed wife, bro and victim’s sis. Really, now! Performance wise everybody is so-so; you’re neither impressed by anyone’s work, neither grudge them the screen presence. Sheetal Menon as the perennially high supermodel is an emotive actress, but suits this particular role well. The character writing is average, but Antara’s character has been fleshed out interestingly. She has many ranges – she’s the smoking, drinking, moody, even eccentric, supermodel who has it in her to sleep with multiple partners as well. Yet, she’s also the girl tenderly in love; and also the strong woman who wants to fight for her sister. The technical aspect has been given importance here. The back-and-forth storytelling and novel transitions to the next shot are interesting. Also is refreshing, even if jarring, the unabashed abuse-laden lingo, the staple of young talk today, especially in the industry the film talks about. Songs are just about ok. You can safely shut eyes and skip this illusion. Verdict: One and a half stars out of five

Apartment review: Nothing chilling here

Apartment review: Nothing chilling here

Movie Apartment Director Jag Mundhra Cast Tanushree Dutta, Neetu Chandra, Rohit Roy, Anupam Kher

Taran Adarsh/IndiaFM Suddenly, schizophrenia and memory loss seem to be the new flavours of the season. First Ghajini [memory loss], then Karthik Calling Karthik[schizophrenia], then Prince [memory loss], and now Apartment talks of a schizophrenic who spells havoc in another woman's life. Jag Mundhra comes up with a fairly taut thriller, which is absorbing in parts. Inspired by the Hollywood film Single white Female [Bridget Fonda, Jennifer Jason Leigh], the film has been adapted decently well to suit Indian sensibilities, but there's a hiccup. Neetu Chandra uses every predictable trick in the book to make Tanushree's life miserable. From poisoning the cat to eyeing Tanushree's man, the stunts that she pulls off don't send a chill down your spine, which is very, very vital for a film that banks on terrifying moments to keep its audience hooked. Yet, when compared to the content in the marketplace today, Apartment is at least watchable in parts. Tanushree Dutta is an airhostess living in with her boyfriend Rohit Roy. They share a nice apartment and are befriended by their elderly neighbour Anupam Kher, a struggling poet and lyricist. Tanushree is possessive and has issues with trust. When she mistakenly suspects her boyfriend to be unfaithful, she throws him out of the house, but soon realises she can't afford the payment on the apartment on her own. On the advice of a fellow airhostess, she advertises for a tenant to share her apartment. Enter Neetu Chandra, a modest small-town girl looking for accommodation. Very impressed by her simplicity and respectfulness, Tanushree believes she has found a perfect tenant. The two girls soon become close - their camaraderie leads them to even become companions. Until things begin to go disastrously wrong. Tanushree's seemingly normal life is thrown off gear. Is Neetu really as simple as she seems? The best thing about Apartment is that it doesn't deviate from the main plot. It stays true to the story and the four principal characters in the film. But the writing isn't convincing in its post-interval portions. Neetu's past in Igatpuri is tame and lacks the dramatic high. Also, the plot tends to get predictable after a point and you actually know what's in store next. Besides, the chill factor is missing. Especially when Neetu becomes a killing machine. It just doesn't evoke any fear. Bappa Lahiri's music is functional. Neetu is getting confident with every film. She uses her eyes to express the varied emotions. Tanushree carries her part effortlessly. Rohit doesn't get much scope. Anupam Kher is likable. On the whole, Apartment is absorbing in parts. Wish the drama in the second half was more punch-packed. It would've only enhanced the impact! Rating: One and half stars

Lakshmi Rai-Sour grapes

Lakshmi Rai-Sour grapes?

By Moviebuzz | Monday, 05 July , 2010, 09:27

Indian Cricket captain MS Dhoni, the most eligible bachelor in the country got married to Sakshi Singh Rawat on Sunday and created heart burns for thousands of his fan following including our own Lakshmi Rai! Remember, Lakshmi Rai made it a point to be present at all cricket matches where Dhoni was present and tried to piggy back ride on his star celebrity status. She went to Mumbai without a solid Bollywood offer and tried to cash in on her supposed closeness to Dhoni, though it backfired. After Dhoni’s hush-hush wedding the actress has taken a U- turn and said: “We were always good friends but the media misunderstood our relationship.” Even more incredible is her statement that she knew Dhoni was getting married to Sakshi! The actress who did not miss any opportunity to grab upcountry news channel headlines earlier, now says: “I was keeping it under wraps all this while, as he is my close friend and it was a closely guarded secret. I’m very happy for him and would like to wish the couple all the very best.” But we are amazed how this “close friend” of MSD was not invited for the wedding in Dehradun where only “selective guests close to the couple” were present!