Silambarasan to play Vedam tamil version

It seems like Silambarasan who was cleverly managing his acts not getting into the remake wagon has finally boarded the wagon. Silambarasan has signed the remake of the recent sensational Telugu hit ‘Vedam’ that starred Allu Arjun, Manoj and Anushka in lead roles.

Silambarasan who recently saw the Telugu ‘Vedam’ was floored immediately by the Cable Raju character played by Allu Arjun. The Tamil remake rights are with R B Choudary of Super Good Films and with the Tamil version R B Choudary's son and actor 'Jithan' Ramesh will also turn a producer. Silambarasan has even completed a photo session for the remake.

Anushka was contacted to play her role in Tamil also. But the actress is said to have denied the offer. So the new sensation Tapsee of ‘Aadukalam’ may play the role of the commercial sex-worker in the film.

Silambarasan who was supposed to be is London this time for the 'Podaa Podi' shoot is still in Chennai for some reasons. One reason doing the rounds is that the artistes playing the secondary characters are being trained in dance as the film is a dance subject. Another reason said is that the team still hasn’t got the permissions to shoot at some special locations in London.

Genelia is brand ambassador of the year

Popular Tamil-Telugu-Hindi actress Genelia, who currently endorses nine brands including Cadbury’s Perk, Fanta, Spinz, Dabur Vatika, LG Cookie, Virgin, Margo, Garnier and Fasttrack, was selected as the brand ambassador of the year by CNBC AWAAZ Consumer Awards. The award was announced late Monday evening. Last year's award recipient was Bollywood superstar Shahrukh Khan.
Genelia said: "It is an honour that CNBC AWAAZ and the Indian consumers have chosen to bestow upon me and I couldn’t be happier. Stalwarts like Shahrukh and Akshay Kumar have been awarded this prestigious title in the past and I’m only glad that people think I’m worthy of the same."
"This award symbolizes a bridge between the consumer and the brand and I consider it a huge responsibility. I hope I continue to do even better in the future and I’m sure I will as I have a very strong team with me that helps me build, grow and sustain. My success is as much theirs as it is mine,” she added.

Tapsee joins Ravi Teja

Tapsee is the heroine in demand. She has been signed in Ravi Teja’s new movie.

Signing her third movie even before her first movie ‘Jhummandi Nadham’ hits screens, Tapsee is all around the place. She is in Ravi Teja’s new movie titled ‘Veera’ that will be directed by Ramesh Varma who made ‘Ride’ before. ‘Veera’ will have Anushka in the lead as well. The movie is produced by Tolly to Holly films’ Ganesh Indukuri. Shooting is likely to start in August.

Tapsee is at present in Prabhas’s new movie under the direction of Dasrath. Prabhas’s movie has Kajal as the heroine and Tapsee is the second heroine.

Reports have it that Tapsee has also signed another movie with Vishnu as the hero!

Actress Mamta Mohandas speaks about herself

Mamta Mohandas is sore about one thing- that not even a single character she had played so far gave her the opportunity to show her bubbly side. “I am so energetic in real life but I am always asked to underplay my emotions,” she sulks.

“My friends and family members know my real face. I am a big chatter box who is so bubbly and energetic. My favourite pastime is to play prank and to pull the legs of others for fun,” the actress says.

“However, the film industry is not allowing me to be myself,” she says and adds: “All the roles I have done so far kept my bubbliness in complete control. Hopefully I should get a chirpy character soon.”

But she is extremely happy about being a playback singer. “My thanks to music composers like Mani Sharma and Devi Sri Prasad for offering me energetic songs. I thoroughly enjoy each and every moment of singing.”

Vedam movie running successfully in Theatres

Director Radha Krishna will be an extremely pleased man with his second movie, ‘Vedam’ running to full houses. Here’s the talk of the movie for IndiaGlitz readers.

On the opening day, the movie was filled with fans of Allu Arjun and Manchu Manoj. As the week progressed, the talk seemed to have been filled with mixed reviews. The interesting thing is that the movie is running to packed shows. It is house full everywhere as the story and narration of the movie is something new to Telugu audience.

Besides this, fans are thronging theatres, not just to watch Allu Arjun dance but also see him in a new avatar. He has given a terrific performance and has tried to come out of his usual commercial image. Arjun has been receiving rave reviews for his performance in the movie and so is Anushka. Her character, her appearance and her performance all are receiving appreciation as she has accepted a character that not many actresses would dare to do.

Manoj is not far behind. His role of a rock star has received a lot of appreciation and especially his performance in intense scenes. As Krish himself is the designer of costumes in the movie, Manoj was given attractive clothes suiting his character. He pulled off an amazing performance along with the costumes he wore. He looked simply remarkable in the movie.

All the other characters including Manoj Bajpai’s character have received appreciation for their performance. In spite of all this, director Krish has received enormous positive reception and admiration from his counterparts from all around the country. Some say he has been heavily inspired by Hollywood flicks, some say he has made a classy movie, one thing is sure; he has made people think after ‘Vedam’.

Vedam has no entertainment for family crowds

Vedam is the movie which hit screens in the last weekend. The movie was a multi starrer at it featured names such as Allu Arjun, Manchu Manoj and actress Anushka, along with stupendous performance from bollywood actor Manoj Bhajpai.


The movie dealt with a delicate script and was a mirror to the present day society. But strictly speaking ‘Vedam’ is for intellectual minds and has no entertainment for family crowds and youngsters, who are in thirst of feel good movies. The movie has heavy performances from actress Anushka and bollywood actor Manoj Bhajpai and has good performances from actor Allu Arjun and actor Manoj as well.


The publicity of the movie was immensely done with the Anushka’s exposing posters, in order to attract the mass crowds. The reason for it is that, if a movie becomes a hit in the mass crowds, then the mouth talk will be positive and so the collections will be big.


Andhra mirchi Anushka was seen in a role of prostitute and the body language and dialogues impressed the audiences. Director Krish must be given the credit as he has dared to carve a movie, with less entertainment, but has more to think. For a change, ‘Vedam’ kind of movies can help the people get some enlightenment about the society and the process to purify it.

Anushka Shetty awaiting for Panchakshari release

The most busiest actress of South India, Anushka Shetty has cleared a test in Vedam, but the more serious concern for cine-goers is whether she can do the same in Panchakshari, where she plays the protagonist. The movie is releasing this Friday.

Anushka was considered as a glam doll till the Blockbuster movie Arundhati. But her role as Jejamma in the royal attires and with her performance changed her fate and from then on she started getting offers for female-oriented flicks. Apart from Panchakshari, she is also a part of Lawrence's Kanchana and Nagavalli remake of Kannada movie Aaptharakshaka.

However, the actress is all excited about the good openings of Tamil movie Singam and Telugu movie
Vedam. It is said that her performance in these movies would bring her more projects in Tamil and Telugu. Now she is also acting alongside Pawan Kalyan in his next movie, which is a remake of Love Aaj Kal, and Mahesh Babu's Kaleja in Telugu.

Shriya Saran accept an item number in Komaram Puli

Shriya Saran is currently busy with Chikku Bukku, which has Arya playing the male protagonist. The lady also has Rowthiram in Tamil and a Telugu film titled Don Seenu. So, what made her accept an item number in the SJ Suryah-directed Komaram Puli? The actress says that it is only for A R Rahman’s music. She is so confident that this song will turn out to be a huge hit like all other ARR songs.

Shriya is back in the South Indian film circuit after a short stint in Bollywood and Hollywood. She had acted in Deepa Mehta’s Hollywood flick, What’s Cooking Stella?

Raavanan ( Raavan,Villain) gets clear U certificate

The wait seems to be over now! Yes, we are talking about ace director Mani Ratnam's big budget extravagance Raavanan (Raavan in Hindi and dubbed in Telugu as Villain). On Friday, the Censor Board has awarded a clean 'U' certificate without any cuts for the Tamil version.Meanwhile, the Hindi version (Raavan) and Telugu version (Villain) too got clean U certificates without any cuts!

Raavan is produced by Mani Ratnam's sister Sharda under Ratnam's banner Madras Talkies.

Two films in row for Anushka

Actress Anushka, whose films Vedam and Panchakshari are going to release in a few days, created a flutter with her presence atop the Indrakeeladri hillock, abode of Goddess Sri Kanaka Durga, at Vijayawada on Tuesday.

Over 5000 film buffs and fans of Anushka thronged the hillock, the entry and exit points from the temple to have a glance at the ravishing actress, and get her autograph.

Accompanied by the unit members of Panchakshari, Anushka arrived at the venue two hours behind the schedule at 12.00 noon, despite which the surge of people stayed under the scorching sun. The police had a tough time in controlling the crowds.

Director V. Samudra said that even before the launch of the film, he prayed at the temple keeping script at the feet of the Goddess. He said that the output had been tremendous with thrilling graphics.

Later, the temple authorities presented the temple prasadams and portrait of the Goddess to the heroine.

Ranga the Donga schedule to release next month

Charming hero Srikanth’s ‘Ranga the Donga’ is fast completing. The movie enters its last schedule next month.

Presently shooting in Hyderbad, the film’s unit is working fast and steadily to finish the schedules comfortably. ‘Ranga the Donga’ is directed by Sudhakar Naidu(GV) and produced by C.R Manohar who made ‘Mahatma’ with Srikanth before. It starrs the pretty Vimala Raman opposite Srikanth. The movie also has Ramya Krishna, Taslima, Jayprakash Reddy, Telangana Shakunthala, Sivaji Raja, Dr. Mohan and Bhuvaneshwari in the cast. Chakri is handling the music.

As the title goes, ‘Ranga the Donga’ is a movie that will be enjoyed by the whole family. Once the schedule in July is complete, the movie’s shooting will be over.

Tapsee singed another movie

Tapsee, the heroine of Raghavendra Rao’s ‘Jhummandi Nadham’ has signed her second movie.

Though nothing concrete has been received, one thing for sure is she will act opposite tall hunk Prabhas. Tapsee is a model turned actress who hails from Mumbai.

She would thank her stars as her first movie is directed by legendary director K.Raghavendra Rao. Opposite Manoj in ‘Jhummandi Nadham’, sources say that she has grabbed everyone’s attention from the film industry. Most of the seniors have been talking about her.

Even before her first movie has released, Tapsi has signed her second movie. This is what is called as ‘adhirindhi’!

Anushka's glamorous avatar in Singam Movie

Be it a bikini or traditional wear, Anushka always sizzles. With her performance in Arundhati (where she practically carried the entire film on her shoulders), this talented actress proved she is not just a pretty face. In Billa, she proved she could look glam and yet mean business. After the success of Arundhati in Tamil (dubbed version), Kollywood has witnessed a meteoric rise in demand for Anushka Shetty’s flicks in Tamil.
And this time, in Singam, directed by Hari, she displays both avatars with glamorous costumes in the song sequences and a homely look in the rest of the film. Anushka's glamorous avatar in 'En Idhayam' and 'She Stole My Heart' has been sending heat waves across theatres.
According to sources close to the unit, “The Censor Board felt that though the oomph has been shown decently, it might upset audiences. So they suggested we mask two scenes in the songs. Had we not masked them, the film would have got an 'A' certificate. Now, the film is doing well in theatres with a U/A certificate.”

Hansika Motwani learning a lot from Manisha Koirala

Bollywood girl Hansika Motwani has been learning a lot from her senior colleague Manisha Koirala on the sets of the Tamil movie ‘Mappillai’, which has Dhanush in the lead role.

“It’s going to be a rewarding experience that I would cherish for the rest of my life. Such is the cooperation I receive from my costars in the film, especially Manisha,” says Hansika, who is excited about stepping into Kollywood.

“Sharing screen space with Manisha has been amazing,” the young actress says and adds: “She is so calm and composed. She makes everyone around her feel comfortable. And Manisha makes acting look so simple and easy.”

Meanwhile, Hansika has been roped into enact the role Madhuri Dixit played in the 1990s blockbuster ‘Jamai Raja’. “It is an honour to play a role portrayed beautifully by Madhuri. I always admire her a lot and I am extremely proud and happy to be a part of the film.”

Anushka Vedam movie Trailer

Tamanna joins super star Mohanlal

In spite of receiving a lot of offers from neighbouring Malayalam film industry, Tamannah Bhatia didn’t have space in her diary to allot dates for any of the movies. But now she’s got one irresistible offer of working with super star Mohanlal.

Tamannah will work with Mohanlal for a movie with director Anil and produced by Thomas Sebastian. Though other members of the crew haven’t been decided yet, Jayanan Vincent is said to be the cinematographer.

Tamannah has her share of blockbusters in Telugu and Tamil. Her ‘Happy Days’ is a blockbuster in Telugu and now her ‘Paiyaa’ in Tamil is a blockbuster with the cash registers simply counting in. With the entry in to Mollywood, Sandalwood is one venue that is left in the south and soon it will be conquered by Tamannah.

Killer audio releases in the end of May month

‘Killer’ that has Sindhura Gadde, the former Miss India World, as the heroine has progressed to the rerecording stage.

Directed by Nagesh Naradasi, the movie is inspired by the ‘Kill Bill’ series from Hollywood. The movie is a complete suspense thriller and a heroine oriented movie. The movie is produced by Kiran for his Srinivasa Creations banner. According to the film’s unit, the character portrayed by Sindhura Gadde will be a highlight in the beginning of her career.

The movie’s music is handled by Sai Karthik and camera by Madhu A.Naidu. Currently in the rerecording stage, the producer plans to release the audio of the movie in the end of May and release the movie in June.

Anushka Vedam movie Trailer

Komuram Puli releases in June

SJ Suryah, who is directing Komarum Puli, said that hero Pawan Kalyan would look like a tiger (puli) in the film, and that the fans and the general audience would find the movie a real treat with all the expected elements.

Speaking to reporters in Hyderabad, Suryah said that he was happy to be doing one of the biggest commercial films in his career. “Komaram Puli will create history.”

The film is made on Kanakaratna Moives banner with Singanamala Ramesh being the producer.

Singanamala Ramesh said: “Currently, we are racing ahead with the postproduction works of the film, and at the same time, we have planned the completion of the song sequence, which was left out. AR Rehman’s music is a great asset to the venture. The re-recording is getting ready in London. The movie is hitting the marquee in the second week of June, with highest technical values. The film would enhance the grace and richness of the Telugu film industry. Komaram Puli will be releasing with highest number of prints all over the world. The music will be releasing through Soni music, soon.”

The cast included Nikisha Patel (heroine), Manoj Bajpai, Nazer, Charan Raj, Ali, Saranya, Kovai Sarala, Brahmaji, Brahmanandam and others. Stunts are by Vijayan and Tinu Varma. Story, screenplay and direction are by SJ Suryah.

Parvathy is crazy about films

After a sabbatical, tall and beautiful Parvathy Omanakuttan (Femina Miss India World in 2008 and the first runner-up at the Miss World 2008 competition) is back in the news!
After making her filmi debut with United Six and Madan Kolli, the beauty queen is all set to step into Kollywood with Malayalam director Nithin Ramakrishnan's debut Tamil venture Uma Maheswaram, starring newcomer Mani and Prakashraj in important roles.
Talking about her move into Tamil films, Parvathy said: "There was a misconception that I'm not keen on a career as an actress. But I’m crazy about films!" She said this Tamil film is a dance-based subject of two cultures and how a dancer from Hampi falls in love with a Bharatanatyam dancer from Chidambaram.
"My character (Uma) is deaf and dumb, but she has a mission in life. The story is beautifully structured and my character is the pivot around which the film revolves. There is some sensuality in the film which I’m sure Nithin will handle aesthetically. The film has the A-team of Kollywood including noted cinematographer Madhu Ambat and editor V.T. Vijayan," she added.