I'm somewhat of a non-believer in everything superstitious and proudly so! You'll never find me freaking out if a cat crosses my path or if I happen to walk under a ladder. Does breaking a mirror really bring seven years of bad luck? And if a bird flings its excretions on you, is it really your lucky day? These superstitions, contrary to what some friends try to grill into me, are creations of ancient circumstances and in all probability 'old wives' tales'. The one thing that baffles me is people's fascination with horoscopes! I know people who rush to get the newspaper first thing every morning and feast on every word that makes up their horoscope. Their excitement is infectious and so today I've decided to give my own forecast a shot!

For all you know, I might end up a convert - a horoscope-maniac! I'm a proud Leo (my birthday falls on August 5) - let's see what's in store for me today. It says, "Attending a party will be fun. You'll make god use of your skills at work. Those looking for love won't be disappointed." Whoa! A party, good job at work and a chance at love - NOT A BAD HOROSCOPE! I'm excited - daydreaming of whether I'll need to shop for this 'forthcoming' party, the director ecstatic and yelling, "That was a mind-blowing shot, Gen!" and a mysterious, tall, dark and handsome stranger... and all these things just waiting to happen! But will they really? I sift through other newspapers to find more horoscopes.

This one says, "You are energetic and optimistic today. Romantically it is a lucky day." Another one alluding to love, romance and all things beautiful. Maybe there's truth in these horoscopes after all. Another reads: "Remain focussed on your goals; a tough day ahead in terms of work. Keep a cool head if things don't go your way." What? This can't be true. I'm supposed to have a good day at work.

Horoscopes are like snow-flakes, no two are alike! But what if one of them is true? Should I call in sick and stay in bed? Or should I rise up to the horror-scope challenge and make sure my day is exactly how I want it to be? Of course I accept the challenge Mr. Crappy Forecast - we'll see who wins! Maybe I should take to writing my own horoscopes and working hard to make them come true!

Actor Ilayathalapathy Vijay’s father S A Chandrasekar while addressing to the press recently said “People give a lot of support and welcome Vijay’s film. I thank god for giving Vijay as my son”.

It was also said about Vijay entering in to politics. Vijay fans association is struggling extremely well throughout Tamil Nadu and the basement for Vijay’s entry into politics has been laid.ere is no alternate to stop Vijay from entering politics.

On speaking about Vijay’s film ‘Naan Sigappu Manithan’, S A Chandrasekar said “I have planned to produce and remake the film ‘Naan Sigappu Manithan’ which was directed by me previously. Vijay will be playing the lead role in the film. I have also plans of giving chances for young future heroes under my production. I have also plans for remaking my old movie and deliver it to the taste of today’s audience.”

Let’s see will Vijay add one more success to his list with this film or not. There is also a buzz that we can expect a lot of political touch with this proposed project.

Uday Kiran and Meera Jasmine starrer forthcoming flick ‘Pen Singam’ is all set to release on June 3rd in nearly 155 screens coinciding the birthday of Kalainagar Karunanidhi.

The film is directed by Bali Srirangam and penned by CM Karunanidhi. A special screening of the film has been arranged for all the VVIP’s of Tamil Nadu at four Frames Preview theatres in Chennai. Chief Minister M Karunanidhi, Deputy Chief Minister MK Stalin, Superstar Rajinikanth were present.

After watching the film, legendary actor Rajinikanth praised “Pen Singam’ will surely roar at the box-office as it is all about a woman’s fight for justice.”

The pride of music industry, the Mozart of Madras our dear AR Rahman will appear in twenty four different avatars in outfits designed by Ritu Beri for ‘Jai Ho’ concert in New York. For the concert, which kick starts in New York from June 11, the designer has created total 300 dresses for AR Rahman and his troupe.

Rahman will be appearing in twenty four different outfits for the same number of songs. And believe it or not the Indian genius will be doing a whacko jacko by appearing in the pop legend Michael Jackson’s style.

Ritu Beri will be accompanying the troupe in Paris on July 17. Director Amy Tinkham has created the live musical concerts, the man behind creating the concerts of Britney Spears, the Backstreet Boys and Mariah Carey.

The concert no doubt will be a treat for all music lovers and Rahman fans as the audience will be enthralled by the musical excellence of A R Rahman, melodious voices of other artists, exuberant set designs by the internationally acclaimed Amy Tinkham and costume design by Ritu Beri.

Suriya’s Singam, has opened big in Tamil Nadu and rest of the world. The film has opened in 512 screens worldwide including 352 in TN.In Mumbai territory consisting of Mumbai and Pune, the film has opened in 38 screens, the highest ever in recent times for a Tamil film.

Says a leading Multiplex operator: “After Superstar Rajinikanth’s Sivaji which opened even in single theatres and multiplexes in 2007, Suriya’s Singam has opened in 38 screens in Mumbai and Pune with 72 shows per day.

With Hrithik Roshan’s Kites tanking at the box office, several multiplexes were able to offer more shows for the Suriya film”.The film has opened to near full houses in almost all the multiplexes and the first show at 9 a.m. at PVR Goregaon itself attracted over 60 percent occupancy, which is higher than the kind of response one can expect for a major Hindi film.

It has been quite a while since the Nityananda Sex scandal broke out and no one has been talking about it anymore. Now, the buzz is that Ranjitha who is yet to be traced out has conveyed through a reliable source that soon, she will be out into the open.

It is heard that Ranjitha is very much in India and she is waiting for the right time to come out and give her point of view regarding the whole controversy. The authorities are waiting for that moment since it will prove very crucial in this case.

Meanwhile, Nityananda has been using his fraud tactics and has been confusing the cops with various conflicting statements. However, the authorities are keen that he must be taken to task and they are hoping that Ranjitha is located as soon as possible.

It was said that the ace director Gautham Menon’s biggest Tamil hit ‘Vinnaithandi Varuvaaya’ is to be remade in Hindi soon. Ambika Hinduja’s Serendipity Films has acquired the releasing rights of the film and Gautham Menon will direct in Hindi also.

Earlier it was a buzz that a Mumbai girl will play the role of Trisha played in the Tamil version and now it was confirmed that Trisha will play the lead role in Hindi version also. Prateik Babbar is likely to play Simbu’s role. A R Rahman will compose the tunes for Hindi version also. Rework will be started for Hindi version as the storyline is set in Goa instead of Kerala like in Tamil version.

At present Trisha is busy with her bollywood debut ‘Khatta Meetta’ and soon after completing it she will join VTV remake.

Selvaraghavan had earlier directed a film which had the backdrop of Chozha dynasty. Now he has decided to direct another historical film. This film is to be made in Tamil and Telugu languages.

This film pertains to the 5th century era. Rama Naidu is producing this film under the banner Suresh Productions. Telugu actor Raana will do the lead role. The female lead role is yet to be finalized.

The shooting of this film is to take place in dense forests. Steps are being taken to finish the film at a short span of time.

The production house feels that this film should not face the fate of Aayirathil Oruvan. Selvaraghavan says that this film will be an important on his film journey.

Tamil Nadu Theatre Owners Associations general secretary while speaking to the media said,” All the 6 films which Vijay did the lead roles were utter flops. Because of this we have incurred a loss of Rs 30 Crores.

In order to compensate this Vijay has to pay us 35% of the money. Actors Rajnikanth, Kamal Haasan, Manirathnam and T Rajendhar have paid the compensations when their films failed.

In the same Vijay has also to compensate. We are asking this on humanitarian grounds. If he does not compensate us by June, we will discuss on all the forums and decide the next course of action against him.”

Designer Manish Malhotra, who is to craft a new uniform for the Mumbai Police, is excited about the project but will not disclose any details, saying the project is in its early stages.

"Now it`s in a very early stage. We are working on it. It will take some time. Lots of approvals have to be taken. We all are very excited; it`s a very prestigious thing for me. The work is in progress. I can`t say anything more about it," Manish said.

Asked to give some hint about the design and colour of the uniform, he said: "Nothing has been decided."

Manish is doing the finale fashion show at IIFA Awards 2010 to be held in Colombo, Sri Lanka and also designing Kareena Kapoor`s costumes for her performance in that ceremony.

Movie Review: Singam

Production: Sun Pictures, Big Pictures and Studio Green Productions

Direction: Hari

Star-casts: Surya, Anushka, Prakash Raj, Vivek, Radha Ravi, Nizhalgal Ravi, Bose Venkat and many others

Music: Devi Sri Prasad

Cinematography: Priyan

First things first, you guys must watch ‘Singam’, even if you aren’t an ardent buff of Surya or Hari. The reason is that it has got all the specified elements that define a top-class entertainment catering to the tastes of all cohorts.

A hunky cop bashing down roughnecks single-handed, tripping legs with his ladylove, finest challenges tackled between good and baddie is all what it makes ‘Singam’ – a stunning film.

The film centers on Durai Singam (Surya), a sincere cop, who joins the service for his father’s (Radha Ravi) request. It doesn’t mean a great job to him as he wants to be a part of his dad’s business, i.e. provision stores. But he keeps settling down each and every dispute in town by his good means as he perceives everyone to be his close relatives. Then comes cute, zippy girl Kavya (Anushka) for vacation in Nalloore and falls in love with Durai Singam for his specialties. But things take a different turn in the tale with the entry of deadly ruffian Mayil Vaaganam (Prakash Raj), who runs kidnap racketing. When, he’s out on a conditional bail to report everyday at Nalloore police station, he avoids by taking things for granted by sending his fellowmen. Honesty takes its possession, when Durai Singam orders Mayil to be at station within couple of hours or else threatens him to be barged behind bars.

Here starts the speculative situation as Singam is transferred on promotion to Chennai, but Mayil Vaaganam personally recommends him to be posted at Thiruvanmiyur Police Station patently for settling scores.

What follows next is a series of cat and mouse game that makes you move towards edge of seats.

Surya himself acts as the biggest brand to sell the film and on pars is Hari’s stunning screenplay. Not even a single moment you would feel so restless and annoyed just as it happened with some of the previous commercial films. Anushka has more to do with this film unlike her previous shows, in which she was precisely utilized for glamorous factors. Vivek’s comedy is quite okay, but not to the expected levels. Prakash Raj’s sleepwalking through the same baddie role doesn’t make us irksome rather electrifies the script.

You’ll keep counting what’s gonna happen next and further for every 5 minutes as you wouldn’t feel that 2.5 hours as already passed by end of show.

Devi Sri Prasad’s musical score is an added value while cinematography and editing adds more momentum to this racy screenplay.

On the whole, the producers can keep themselves ahead on cloud nine as the film is sure to cross 100 days with houseful shows across many centres.

Hats off to director Hari and we expect the sort of show with his upcoming films as well.

Verdict: A Must watch

Rating: 4/5

Vijay was the only person shocked after seeing that the trailer of his film Sura was lifted after the 13th day of the release of the film. Sura’s trailer was replaced by Singam trailer.

The film was taken out of the theatres on the 25th day of its release. Vijay who had the knack of making his film run for 100 days in spite of its failures was not able to do this time, though he held the Chennai city rights.

Hence, Vijay has purchased the film Kavalkaran outright. The reason for this that he didn’t want the Sun Pictures to acquire the rights and the second thing is that he wanted to set right the losses incurred by the distributors by releasing Sura. He has planned to act in a film and give the distributors at a low price.

The much awaited Vijay TV’s fourth annual UniverCell Vijay Awards powered by Rin is back on Vijay TV. This year is sure to be bigger and bolder! Behind every actors success is the face of a fan. To ensure this fact, Vijay Rasigan Express, a publicity van had carried the list of nominees for the FAVORITE category and traveled across Tamilnadu to collect the votes directly from the public.

Of the 131 films released in the year 2009, winners would be declared for 32 Categories. The categories open for Public Voting were FAVORITE awards – Hero, Heroine, Director Film and Song. The customized bus that traversed across Tamilnadu has already collected the votes for the nominees of FAVORITE categories. Once the nominees were announced on the show, ardent movie fans began to cast their votes in order to make their Favorite star win.

All the award winners in both - Favorite & Best Category would be announced on Saturday, May 29, 2010 in a grand event that is to be held at Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium. The entire film fraternity would be present at the award ceremony from 6pm onwards.
Apart from the five favorite category awards, the 32 BEST categories that would be chosen by the Jury members - Director A. R. Murugadoss, Cinematographer Ravi. K. Chandran, Actress Radhika Sarathkumar, Film Critic/Cartoonist Madan and Popular Writer/Director/Producer Yugi Sethu also would be announced on the D day.

Few award categories from the films released in 2009 like Best Film, Best Actor Male/Female, Best Supporting Actor Male/Female, Best Comedian, Best Villian, Best Playback Singer Male/Female, Best Debut Actor Male/Female, Best Choreographer, Best Film Editor, Best Lyricist, Best Art Director, Best Dress Designer, Best Dialogue Writer., would be announced by the panel of Jury members.

Do not miss to witness the grand award ceremony that will have all the popular faces from the tinsel town. A show to reward the deserving will soon be aired on Vijay TV. Stay tuned!

Tamannaah, the hot and happening actress of Tamil films at present, has stoutly denied rumours that she has committed herself to play the lead role in a Malayalam film opposite megastar Mohanlal.

Reports say that Tamannaah, in an effort to find a foothold in Malayalam films, ha signed up a Malayalam film opposite Mohanlal. The pretty actress, though, has denied the news. “At present, I’m concentrating only in Tamil and Telugu films. I have been very busy in Tamil films for the past few years.

“Once ‘Thillalangadi’, my film opposite ‘Jeyam’ Ravi releases, I have two more films, one each opposite Karthi and Dhanush. In Telugu, I have two films, one opposite Naga Chaitanya and Allu Arvind. As of now, I just have no time at all to act in Malayalam films,” concludes Tamannaah.

She also dismissed rumours that she is in talks to play Kamal Haasan’s lead in an untitled Tamil film.

The buxom beauty Priyamani is often known as a naturally very beautiful girl with a very homely face. However, she prefers to be in the glamour genre itself and has not hesitated to set the screens on fire with her bikini act as well.

However, it is now being said that the dusky beauty seems to be losing her glamour. Apparently, her latest release ‘Golimaar’ shows Priyamani doused in layers of make up trying to make her look white. Instead, it looked very gory and Priyamani has lost that natural glow, said the audience.

It is about time Priyamani just works on her makeup and also on her looks. Some of them still say that more than sporting short outfits and oozing out oomph, Priyamani must look at coming up with homely roles an that will create a new brand for herself. Hope she reads this one…

The seductive beauty Shruthi Haasan is being seen as the younger version of her father Kamal Haasan. She is not only gifted with some really hot looks but she has also imbibed the true genes of her father which comprise of nothing but talent.

Here is a shocking incident. It seems that recently Shruthi was in Chennai for her summer holiday and she was busy chilling out with her friends across various pubs. While fun is on one side, she also decided to try her hand at learning two wheeler.

It is heard that she got onto the bike and started riding it and within minutes, she got a grip of it and began to ride like an experienced biker. It seems she had her share of bumpy rides but in the end, she managed it well. Way to go Shruthi!!!

Kamal Hassan has clarified, through a written letter that he will not return his Padma Shri award, presented by the Indian government. Kamal reacted to the rumors that he has to return his Padma Sri Award, if in case, he participates in the IIFA festival, to be held in Srilanka, the actor made gave a tight reply. 

In a written consent, Kamal disclosed that as a FICC president, he will not participate in the SRI Lankan IIFA festival, which will be held in June. He also assured that none of the FICC members will participate in the festival and so he sights no reason to return his padma Shri.

However, Kamal Hassan clarified that he or his FICC has no rights to stop corporate, from sponsoring the Sri Lankan IIFA.

A Tamil newspaper has come out with an article that claims that Prabhu Deva had told mediators from Kollywood who were trying to save his marriage with Ramlath, that he can’t leave Nayanthara.

The reason he says is that Nayan is suicidal. The relationship between the two had initially stirred a hornet’s nest in the industry.

But as days went by Prabhu and Nayan became closer and were no longer hiding their relationship and in fact flaunting it. Nayanthara is cool as cucumber and has almost settled down happily to her surroundings. She has not signed any new films and if all goes well would legalize her relationship with Prabhu by early next year.

The producers’ council has been raising voices about the huge salaries of leading heroes and heroines. The council calls for reducing their remuneration in order to save the industry from suffering huge losses, another voice is also heard in the industry urging that music directors too should be ‘restrained’ from quoting a high fee as their remuneration for scoring music in films.

The said voice has reportedly emanated from the Nadigar Sangam itself, sources say. It is said that A.R. Rehman gets Rs.3 crore per film, Harris gets Rs.2.25 crores, Yuvan Shankar Rs.1.25 crores, Vijay Anthony Rs.0.50 crore, Sundar C Babu Rs.0.40 crore and Vidyasagar gets Rs.0.75 crore for scoring music per film.

Except internationally acclaimed A.R. Rehman, all other music directors may be asked by the Sangam and the Producers’ Council to decide on their own to reduce their fee taken per film.

This year seems to be the lucky year for stars, many of the stars getting married. Actress Rambha, sindhu Menon already married and many Tollywood young heroes are in queue to tie the knot in this year.

The latest buzz is that the sexy hip beauty Ileana is all set to tie the knot. Recently, she was sharing her thoughts in an interview stating that she is keen on settling as soon as she finds the right guy. Now, sources close to Ileana say that she will say ‘I Do’ in the month of July.

Milky beauty Tamanaah's recent released Tamil film "Sura" was a diaster, but she has already grabbed two movies with Allu Aravind's Geetha Arts Banner.One with Allu Arjun in Badrinadh movie and another un titled film with Naga Chaitanya.

As per the sources Tamannah has given a special discount package to Producer Allu Aravind for booking her in two movies under thier banner.Producer seems to be happy with that discounted package and now he is not bothered about casting her in two films.

The sexy beauty Nayanatara's affair with Choreographer Prabhu Deva becomes closer day by day. The two are getting ready to tie the knot.

As per the sources Nayanatara has decided to convert into Hinduism who is currently Christian. Prabhu Deva first wife is actually a Muslim, but converted to Hinduism after marrying Choreographer.

Now Nayanthara who is a Christian is trying to convert into Hinduism even before her marriage.

The late and legendary MGR, the first film actor in the whole world to have ascended the throne of chief-ministership thanks to the cult popularity he had carefully built surrounding his on-screen image, had started a film ‘Kizhakku Aapirikkavil Raju’ which wasn’t completed due to his political career and was later abandoned.

The film was to be the sequel to the legend’s highly successful ‘Ulagam Sutrum Vaaliban’ but wasn’t to be. Now, one hears that ‘Captain’ Vijaykanth has taken it upon himself the responsibility of stepping into the shoes of the late legend and complete the film, making subtle changes in the screen-play.

Vijaykanth would start this film after he finishes his first directorial venture ‘Virudhagiri’, the shooting of which is going on at present. Political observers point out that Vijaykanth’s move to make the film early next year, at the time of assembly elections scheduled to be held in the State, might have been timed to garner the votes of fans of the late actor.

Only time will say whether the strategies of the black ‘MGR’ would pay off or not!

As per the sources hero Ram Charan has been approached to put his hand in the IPL business. Till now from Tollywood no one involved into IPL Business.

If Ram Charan take up this proposal seriously then he is going to be the first person from Tollywood in IPL business

As per the sources Indian team skipper M S Dhoni has encouraged Ram Charan to enter the IPL fiesta while they are working together for a soft drink ad recently.

This one month IPL cricket fiesta tends to create a brand name for anyone involved with it throughout the nation.

If sources are to be believed, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan could soon be seen starring alongside Hollywood star Russell Crowe.

The lady is currently performing her yearly commitments at the Cannes Film Festival, where she represents the L’Oreal brand.

It is said that Crowe has expressed his desire to cast her in one of his films and Ash has assented to it.

This is not the first Hollywood offer for Ash. She was earlier seen in The Pink Panther 2.

Trisha’s next Tamil venture, to be produced by Udhayanidhi Stalin, will have Kamal Haasan pairing up with her. The film’s music is being scored by Devi Sri Prasad (DSP).

A source says, “The lady was recently in Chennai to render a few poetic verses for this yet-to-be-named film. Kamal also joined Trisha at the studio to record his voice.

Apparently, this is not a song but something like a singsong.Kamal, known for his versatility in all fields in the film industry, has already rendered several songs and this is not something new for the actor. A few kids also joined the actors in the singsong, we are told.”

Recently, there were talks that Tamil director Sasi Kumar will soon direct Sridevi’s daughter Janavi.

Reports claimed that the director was invited for a dinner at Sridevi’s place for talking about this project. Sasikumar however says that he had never met Sridevi and discussed any projects with her.

As far as the new film is concerned, newcomers are playing the lead role. When asked if Vikram or he would make special appearances in the film, Sasikumar replied that they have no such intentions.

After Nayantara and Shriya, now it's the turn of Tamannaah to maker her presence felt in Mollywood. Sizzling stunning beauty Tamannaah is one of the busiest actresses these days.

This gorgeous Punjabi lass became a hot favourite in Kollywood and Tollywood after her Telugu hit Happy Days.

Reportedly Tamannaah will make her Mollywood debut opposite superstar Mohanlal for a movie directed by Anil and produced by Thomas Sebastian. More details on the projects are awaited!

Tollywood, Kollywood, Mollywood... What's next?

Actor-turned-politician Vijaykanth is leaving on a 20-day long tour of Hong Kong and European countries for the twin purpose of shooting for ‘Virudhagiri’, which marks his directorial debut as well as to spend the vacation with his family members.

‘Virudhagiri’, in which Vijaykanth plays the lead role, is produced by his brother-in-law L.K. Sudeesh on behalf of the banner Captain Cine Creations. The film’s shooting began late last year but was halted mid-way due to the bye-elections that took place in the State and also because of the convening of the State Assembly, which was in Session in February-March.

The song sequences are likely to be shot in Hong Kong for around 10 days after which the actor would leave for an unspecified European country for holidaying with his family.

On the eve of leaving abroad, Vijaykanth held an ‘important’ meeting with the office-bearers of his political outfit. Sources say that some ‘significant’ decisions were taken at the meeting.

The Madras High Court has issued a stay order against the CD and DVD sale of several actors including Rajinikanth, Kamal Haasan, Sivaji Ganesan, MGR and other popular actors.

The petition seeking the stay order was filed by Modern Digitech Media. According to the petitioner, Modern Digitech Media owns the copyrights of about 70 films but the Delhi-based Moser Baer has been selling these films in CD and DVD format causing them a huge loss.

On hearing the petition, Justice Sivagnanam issued an interim stay order against the sales of these 70 films.

The countdown stars. Surya’s ‘Singam’ hits the screens one May 28 and the advance bookings have already been started.

Hari’s movies are known for sickles but Singam will be different, it is said. The movie has a different script. The protagonist tries to solve the problems through talks rather than fightings.

The film starts at Nellore village in Tamil Nadu and ends in the village with the same name in Andhra Pradesh.

Anushka, who is playing a homely role, has provided the glamour appeal in song sequences.

Singam is not only Surya’s 25th film it is also the 25th film of cinematographer Priyan.

The ruling DMK may have another star attraction in its fold. For, days after Kushboo enrolled herself in the party, Vadivelu has said no one could stop him if he “makes a decision to become a member of the DMK”.

Speaking to reporters on the sidelines of the Dharmamuneeswarar temple festival at Madakottai in Ramanathapuram district on Saturday, the comedian however said that he had no immediate plans to enter politics.

Pointing out that no one had pressurised him to join the DMK, he said his sole aim was to make the people of Tamil Nadu happy by doing comedy roles in films. “At the same time, no force can stop me when I decide to join the Dravidian party,” he said.

Vadivelu is facing a series of problems after his fallouts with DMDK president Vijayakanth and his one-time close associate Singamuthu. Recently, he called on Chief Minister and DMK president M Karunanidhi to get his blessings for doing a role in ‘Ilaignan’, which has script by the octogenarian.

Popular villain actor Prakash Raj is now donning character roles. He also recently got the National Award for acting in the film Kanchivaram. Prakash Raj has divorced his wife Lalitha Kumari. They have two daughters by name Meghna and Pooja.

There was news that this divorce took place because romance blossomed between Prakash Raj and Bollywood choreographer Bony Varma. After divorcing his wife, Prakash Raj has become more intimate with Bony Varma. He has directed the Kannada film titled Naana Naanu Kanasu which is the remake of the Tamil film Abhiyum Naanum which he produced and acted.

He has created sensation by participating in the special screening accompanied with Bony Varma. This is the first programme that they are participating. He said that since he is in love with Bony Varma there is nothing wrong for both to participate in the public function. Bony Varma is a famous choreographer in Bollywood.

There is news that both are getting married next month.

When asked Lalitha Kumari about this, she said,” I also got the news through the media, that both of them are getting married. I have lot of friends in Bangalore. They also contacted me over phone and told me about Prakash Raj comments at the recent function. This relationship is new. Let it give him happiness. I am concentrating on my daughters future. Only this is important to me.”

Lalitha Kumari had acted in films prior to her marriage but she quit acting after getting married. Now after the divorce, she is back to acting. She is pairing with Sathyaraj in the film Muriyadi.

Some people protested before Kamal Haasan’s residence saying that he should not participate in the film festival to be held in Colombo, Sri Lanka. Kamal Haasan has a given a statement with regard to this. He said,” The International Indian Film Festival is to be held in Sri Lanka from 4th of next month.

Some Tamil organizations have protested and emphasized that I should not participate in this function and that I should resign from the FIKKI. They have also asked me to return the Padmashree Award given to me by the Central Government.

I am not participating in this function and I have never participated earlier in this functions held earlier. I have also requested the members of the FIKKI not to participate in this function.
They have also agreed for the same and they will also not participate in this IFFA function. They have also decided not partake in any function of the Sri Lankan Commerce Federation. At the same time there is no point in returning the honor given to me by my country.”

Asin has been shooting in and around Vellore for the past couple of weeks and has created some sensation in the area. Local people are flocking in huge numbers to the spot(s) where the actress shoots for her film ‘Kaavalkaran’ opposite Vijay. The crowd went so mad that police had to be called to control them. Police even indulged in ‘lathi-charging’ to disperse the crowd.

The shooting of ‘Kaavalkaran’, Vijay’s 51st film, directed by Siddique, was taking place at a modern Indoor Stadium at Sathuvachari in Vellore where a song sequence featuring Vijay and Asin was being choreographed under the supervision of Raju Sundaram.

On getting to know of Vijay and Asin’s presence in their territory, the entire Vellore appeared to have descended on the Stadium. Though the crew kept the on-lookers at a safe distance, the crowd slowly but surely grew out of patience. Asin then came out of her caravan and waved at the crowd which waved back feverishly. The fans jostled with each other to come near the actress and shake hands with her.

Since the enthusiasm of the crowd had gone beyond control, the crew called the police. The police lathi-charged and dispersed the crowd after which more police forces were brought in as a ‘precautionary measure’ to control the crowds.

Ajit, who has just returned from the European Grand Prix Motor Car Racing Championships, is taking it easy and not rushing up about making a formal announcement about his next film, which would also be his 50th film. The fans were hoping that the film, to be produced by Dayanidhi on behalf of his Cloud Nine Pictures, would be directed by Gautham Vasudev Menon.

In a recent interview, Gautham has dropped a ‘bombshell’ by claiming that he wasn’t aware that he was going to direct Ajit’s 50th film. “You will have to ask him (Ajit),” he quipped to a question about whether he would be directing the star in his landmark 50th film. “The announcement was made, no doubt; but neither Ajit nor anyone from the production side met me in this regard,” said Menon.

“At present, I have a couple of projects on hand: the first one would be the Hindi version of ‘Vinnai Thaandi Varuvaaya’ in which Trisha would again be playing the lead role and another Tamil film starring Vikram in the lead,” said Menon.

So we have to wait for the formal announcement to know who would be the director of Ajit’s landmark film.

Tammu got a lucky break as one of her Telugu film’s shooting schedules got postponed. She is now in New Jersey, chilling out with relatives and friends.

Speaking exclusively to media from New Jersey, Tammu said: “This trip is long overdue as my parents thought of taking me and my brother for a holiday to US, where my grandmom and close relatives are settled. I’m having a great time as we are busy visiting them”.

Tammu also confessed that she is doing her bit of shopping and adds: “Now I know why girls love to shop as I am also going berserk at the shopping malls”

Bhavana, who has a charming yet homely looks, has decided shed the homely image and try to take the plunge into glamour world. Her latest release in Tamil, ‘Asal’ opposite Ajit Kumar, did not create any ripples at the box office. Bhavana was hoping that the film would fetch her more Tamil film offers but that wasn’t to be.

The pretty girl got upset and hence she has decided to go glam to stay in the hunt. She has reportedly prepared a latest profile-cum-album of hers depicting her in sexy costumes and has put it on ‘circulation’ among producers and directors.

Bhavana has also decided to act in as commercials to earn some money and to stay in the minds of the people.

Kajal Aggarwal, who has tasted huge success in Telugu movie ‘Magadheera’, finds little time to comeback to Tamil, where she made her debut.

Kajal debuted in Tamil films opposite Arjun in Bharathiraaja’s ‘Bommalattam’, later starred opposite Vinay in director Saran’s ‘Modhi Vilaiyaadu’. In the meantime, she acted in Bharath starrer Pazhani, which bit the dust silently. She then shifted her base to Telugu films and is said to be having her hands full with many new film offers in Telugu in the aftermath of the super success of ‘Magadheera’.

Despite repeated attempts by many Tamil film producers and directors, Kajal has been consciously avoiding committing herself to star in Tamil films. Though she is being flooded with offers, she puts so many terms and pre-conditions.

Except for ‘Naan Mahaan Alla’ opposite Karthi, Kajal has no Tamil films on hand but has been starring in three Telugu films simultaneously.

Close on the heels of actress Khushboo aligning herself with the DMK by formally joining the party, another Kollywood personality might soon follow suit, it is strongly rumoured in Tamil film circles. As if they were waiting for Khushboo to join the party, some of her fans in Tiruchy District have re-launched their initiative to build a ‘temple’ in her name!

Can’t stop thinking whether the said initiative has the approval of Kalaignar, who never welcomes temple(s) of any kind! Khushboo, on the other hand, is said to be very keen to see the temple coming up (in her name, of course!). Meanwhile, Khushboo is seriously endeavouring to rope in dance choreographer Kala ‘Master’, who was one of the juries along with Khushboo in the dance reality show ‘Maanada Mayilada’ being aired on Kalaignar TV, to join the DMK!

The bubbly actress reportedly took instructions and guidance from the famed dance choreographer before deciding to align herself with the DMK. Now that she’s into the party, Khushboo has asked Kala too to join her at the party in the near future, to which Kala is said to have expressed her nod.

Last heard, the announcement to this effect may be out soon!

Two bigwigs in Kollywood are coming together. They are 'Chiyaan' Vikram aka Kenny and Gautam Vasudev Menon, who are tipped join hands for a 'mega project'.

According to sources, the actor has decided to play the lead role in a movie to be directed by ace filmmaker Goutham Vasudev Menon. Sources close to both Vikram and Goutham however say that it may take some time for the project to go on floors.

Vikram is awaiting the release of Mani Ratnam's Raavanan followed by a movie with Boopathy Pandian and Selvaraghavan. Meanwhile, Goutham Menon is working on a quickie before he would start his ye to be titled movie with actor Ajith for Dayanidhi Alagiri.

Bhavana, who made heads turn with her first Tamil film Chithiram Pesuthadi, went on to do several films in Telugu and Malayalam simultaneously. After teaming up with 'Thala' Ajith in Aasal recently, the lady is truly on a high. The pretty actress is currently busy with her maiden Kannada film Jackie opposite Puneeth Rajkumar. Last week, she was injured when she tried to do a risky shot for the film.

“The scene had Puneet riding a bike and I was riding pillion. We had to overtake a sugarcane-laden lorry and I had to stand up and pull out a cane as part of the scene. After completing two shots, we went for a third shot but the lorry accidentally picked up speed, I lurched forward and fell on the ground. It was a miraculous escape for me as I was dragged on the road by the bike which went out of control when I fell. I sustained bruises on my left leg. Actually, the director and Puneet had suggested using a double but I insisted on doing it,” the actress said to a leading English daily.

Bhavana is now taking rest at her home in Trichur. When asked about rumours in the Malayalam media about her parents looking for a groom for her, Bhavana said, “Just because Gopika, Kavya and Navya got married in a short span of time, the media has been trying to marry me off. I’m not mentally prepared for marriage and I’m yet to find Mr. Nice Guy. I will be signing two films after my US trip. Why would I want to get married when I’m doing well for myself in movies?”

Having found a place to kick start the shoots of the as-yet-titled Kamal-KSR-Udhayanidhi project, the crew including Kamal and director KSR are flying to Spain and Germany for hunting locations.

The movie, as such, will go on floors in the first week of June in China. Apart from Kamal, the movie has Trisha, Madhavan and Vaishali in the cast.

Groundwork for the movie is already over and the script is reportedly ready as well. It’s also learnt that photo shoots were recently held in Chennai with the lead cast of the movie.

A week before, Kushboo introduced the contestants of the Vijay TV Poorvika Mobile Azhagiya Thamizh Magan. And this week, it is time to test their Intelligence Quotient.

The contestants will have to face a volley of questions thrown at them from children between 5 and 10 years. If a contestant fails to provide the right answer, then he would have to take up the punishment given by the concerned kid.

In the previous episodes, the contestants have walked the ramp, showcased their exceptional talent and wooed many stars like Sneha, Priyamani and Padmapriya.

Watch out for this program on Vijay TV, this Friday & Saturday, May 21 & 22, 2010 at 8pm on Vijay TV. .

In a joint statement, the Directors’ Council of Tamil Nadu, the Producers’ Council, the South Indian Nadigar Sangam, FEFSI, Film Distributors’ Association, Theatre Owners’ Association and all the affiliated associations have appealed to the Indian film industry not to participate in the IIFA that is to be held on June 4, 5 and 6 this year.

The killing of scores of Sri Lankan Tamils is still afresh in the minds of the Tamilians living across the globe and participating in this event will be a great insult to all the Tamils, according to the statement.

It furthered that the Sri Lankan government failed to stop war even after repeated requests from the Tamils. In an effort to support the Sri Lankan Tamils, none of the film personalities should attend the event, it appealed.

Comedy actor Singamuthu, who has been arrested by the police on a complaint filed by comedian Vadivelu, is languishing in Puzhal Central Prison and is said to be literally crying, telling his prison-mates that he had been ‘framed’ and put in prison for no fault of his.

Singamuthu was arrested a couple of days ago and wasn’t reportedly allowed to even change into his formal dress. He, therefore, had to come to the prison in the casual clothes he was wearing at the time of arrest. After he was left on his own in the prison cell, he told his mates that it was by cruel fate that he had landed up there.

His advocate and relatives, who met him at the prison yesterday, gave him dresses to put on when Singamuthu lamented that while he made everyone laugh through his acts in films, in real life, he is being made to cry for no fault of his.

The hearing has now been postponed to 19th May as the police sought ‘some time’ from the Court to file a reply.

As Singamuthu is a tax-payer, he has been granted ‘A’ class facility in the prison.

It is well known that Vijay was confirmed to play Aamir Khan’s role in ‘3 Idiots’ remake which is to be produced by Gemini Film Circuit. Now, the latest buzz is that Tamil cinemas ace director Shankar will direct this remake.

Sources say that the film producers after revising several top directors from Tamil and Telugu have convinced Shankar to deal with the project.

However, Shankar is well known for handling new stories with a commercial touch and never tried a remake film in his 17 years film industry. But now, it seems the passion has changed.

If Shankar accepts to wield the megaphone for this project, it will be a milestone film in Vijay’s career as his long dream to act under Shankar’s direction will comes true.

Namitha is all set to take up the baddie’s role in Ilaignan. The glamour girl was suggested for the role by none other than the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu M Karunanidhi.

When the director of Ilaignan, Suresh Krishna and hero Pa. Vijay were scouting for a suitable face, they seemed to have agreed upon Namitha.

When the role was discussed with the actress, she immediately agreed to don the greasepaint. The shooting of Ilaignan is currently on and the lady is expected to join the team soon.

Ilaignan’s script has been penned by M Karunanidhi. The movie is produced by S Martin.

The social organisation 'Nam Tamizhar', floated by filmmaker Seeman, championing the cause of Sri Lankan Tamils, formally became a political outfit in Tuesday.

The State-level conference of the outfit, according to reports, said there was no other option except an independent 'Tamil Eelam' and urged the Indian government to recognise it.

Launching a tirade against the Central and State governments at the conference, Seeman said they had failed to protect Tamils in Sri Lanka. 'The Congress-led UPA government at the Centre and the DMK government in Tamilnadu have let down the Lankan Tamils,' he said.

Though Udhayanidhi Stalin and Dayanidhi Azhagiri tried to procure the rights of Mani Rathnam’s Ravanan, the rights have been sold to Sony and Reliance, according to sources. 

Sony Entertainment and Reliance have reportedly bought Maniratnam’s ‘Raavan’ at a huge price. They have got the global release rights for all the languages.

Both Udhayanidhi and Dayanidhi wanted to get Mani’s multi-starrer ‘Raavanan’ which has music by A.R. Rehman. But Sony and Reliance entered the scene and clinched the deal with Maniratnam for a big amount, it is learnt.