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Every single bit of news about Rajinikanth's Sivaji is making headlines. So much is the expectation surrounding the movie which is slated for release on 15 June. A mega-budgeted movie produced by AVM. Sivaji has Rajinikanth looking fresh and cool courtesy Manish Malhotra. The latest buzz doing rounds is that director Shankar has shot a song sequence for Sivaji featuring Rajinikanth in different makeup. Interestingly Rajinikanth appears as MGR, Sivaji Ganesan, Kamal Haasan and Rajinikanth himself in the song. For the Telugu version, Rajinikanth appeared as N T Ramarao and Chiranjeevi. Shankar, who is known to shoot his song sequences in an interesting manner, has reportedly canned the song in a slick manner. Say sources in the Sivaji unit, 'The song will rock the theatre. A visual treat for the Rajini-fans'.
Rajni as MGR, Sivaji
As the D-day for Sivaji's release comes near, the fever is rising. The latest news from the Sivaji camp is that the film will have some dance in which Rajini has some surprise. Sivaji is to show up as Sivaji and MGR in a song sequence. Rajini has mimicked many actors in a song in the film Thillu Mullu many years ago. Now history is repeating itself.
Perarasu directs MGR, Sivaji, Rajni, Vijay
Director Perarasu has directed Chief Minister M Karunanidhi, MGR, Sivaji, Rajnikanth, Ajith and Vijay for Pazhani. Hold on. The movie features Bharath in the lead role. But the look alike of Karunanidhi, MGR, Rajnikanth, and Vijay featured in a song sequence in the movie. The song was shot recently at the Central Prison in Chennai. The movie has lyrics all by Perarasu himself and music by Srikanth Deva. Vijay Milton canned the song. Kajal Agarwal plays the heroine in the movie that also features Kushboo, P Vasu among others in the cast. Director Sakthi Chidambaram produces Pazhani.
Controversy over MGR & Sivaji: Vikatan regrets
Following the resolution of 'The South Indian Cine Artistes' Association' (SICAA) that no filmy outfit would cooperate to the venture of 'Vikatan Talkies' (a production house of 'Ananda Vikatan) 'Siva Manasula Sakthi', the magazine has expressed its regrets over the publishing of the article by Jayamohan on MGR and Sivaji. The meeting held on 09.3.2008 passed resolutions condemning writer Jayamohan's derogatory article against the legendary Tamil actors MGR and Sivaji Ganasan in his article in his website and 'Ananda Vikatan' the magazine. The resolution demanded apologies from both the magazine and the writer. The resolution said that unless 'Ananda Vikatan' tenders an unconditional apology for the remarks, twenty four other associations affiliated to SICAA would not cooperate in the shooting of its film 'Siva Manasula Sakthi'. Another resolution condemning the writer said that if the apology from him is not forthcoming, steps would be taken to remove him as the dialogue-writer from the two films 'Naan Kadavul' and 'Angaadi Theru' in which he is currently working. Now 'Ananda Vikatan', which has a rich tradition in journalism and film production, has apologized for re-publishing the article in its latest issue, Jayamohan is yet to render his apology.
M.S Viswanathan was behind success of MGR, Sivaji: Rajinikanth
Superstar Rajinikanth said on Tuesday that late legendary composer M.S. Viswanathan has played a prominent role in the success of Tamil cinema doyens like M.G. Ramachandran (MGR) and Sivaji Ganeshan. "You will rarely find someone like MSV in any industry. He lived life like a selfless saint, free from jealousy and lies. He was behind the success of legends like MGR and Sivaji," Rajinikanth told reporters here. Rajinikanth was among many celebrities who paid their last respects to Viswanathan, popularly known as MSV, who passed away at a private hospital on Tuesday. "If not for MSV, the careers of filmmaker Balachander, lyricists Vaali and Kannadasan wouldn't have tasted huge success. May his soul rest in peace," he said. MSV, 87, dieed due to age-related issues and breathing problem. In his illustrious career lasting over four decades, he composed music for over 750 southern films, mostly Tamil. As a mark of respect, the Film Employees Federation of South India (FEFSI) has announced in an official statement that all film-related activities in Tamil filmdomon Wednesday stand cancelled. His last rites will be performed on Wednesday. MSV was popular for his collaboration with fellow composer T.K. Ramamurrthy. The duo composed music for 86 Tamil films during their association of over a decade. Having started composing together in 1952, they split in 1965. Some of their best films include "Paasamalar", "Sumaithaangi", "Server Sundaram", "Aayirathil Oruvan" and "Enga Veetu Pillai". Post the separation, MSV went on to become more successful. Viswanathan's solo hits include "Bama Vijayam", "Galatta Kalyanam", "Deivamagan", "Moondru Dheivangal", "Rickshawkaran", "Bharatha Vilas" and "Ulagam Sutrum Valiban". Popularly known as 'king of light music' (Mellisai Mannar), Vishwanathan also worked in Malayalam films such as "Manthrakodi", "Babu Mon", "Ullasa Yathra" and "Amme Anupame". In Telugu, his compositions include "Tenali Ramakrishna", "Anthuleni Katha", "Idhi Katha Kaadu", "Aakali Rajyam" and "Maro Charitra". MSV and legendary filmmaker K. Balachander combination produced several evergreen classics. Viswanathan's wife Janaki passed away in 2012. A year later, his best friend and composer T.K. Ramamurthy breathed his last. He was a recipient of Kalamamani and several other music awards. MSV is survived by four sons and three daughters.
MGR still charms
One man who created magic on both reel and real life was MGR. From a humble beginning, he went on to become a popular actor and then on to become the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. Though he passed away a couple of decades ago, he still remains fresh in the hearts of his followers. Interestingly, his Nadodi Mannan, featuring MGR and Banumathi in pivotal roles got released again last week. The film of the late 50s, was directed by MGR himself, and he played a dual role. Released in six screens, the movie has witnessed a mammoth crowd in all the theatres. A rhetoric-laden MGR film at the start of his political rise, came as a boon to his fans and students of modern Tamil Nadu. The film has a Technicolor sequence in a tropical island. MGR fans are jubilant at the re-release of Nadodi Mannan. They feel it is a happy occasion to see their master again. So says actor-director Pandiarajan too. An avid MGR fan, he says, 'I was stunned at the response to MGR's films. He has no parallel.' Such is the power of MGR.