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Music director Deva would act in an important role in Thee, a movie featuring actor-director Sundar C in the lead role. According to the sources, the noted music director had accepted the offer on hearing the story. Directed by Kicha, Thee stars Malaysian girl Ragini opposite Sundar C. However, Thee is not a remake of yesteryear hit of Superstar Rajnikanth with the same title. According to the director, the film has been loaded with action, sentiment, romance and humour with Sundar C playing an honest cop.
Deva: Simple and humble
Music Director Deva is known for his simplicity. The musician, who has the reputation of having composed music for so many films within a very short period, looks very simple. He is also quite humble when he talks about his achievements. He attributes his success to the cooperation of his brothers Sabesh and Murali (who are now popular composers). Devanesan aka Deva started his music journey in the year 1989 with the film 'Manasukkeththa Maharaasaa'. By the end of 10 years ' the period when he was at his peak ' he composed music for more than 600 films. 60 films a year. Just above one film per week! It is not a mean achievement given the fact that the period was dominated by the maestro Ilayaraja and the magical Rahman. The simpleton Deva, with his down to earth music, was able to carve out his own niche amidst these stalwarts. Deva, who turns 57 today, was attracted towards the world of music in his early years. Teaming with musician Chandra Bose, he staged so many musical programmes. He learnt classical music from Dhanraj and successfully finished a course in Western music in London Trinity Music College. Deva worked in the Television field before entering in to the film world. In those days Deva's brothers were working in the musical troupes of Ilayaraja and other music directors as instrumentalists. Deva was eying for an opportunity to compose music for films. It was a tough struggle. Some of the producers who gave chance to Deva could not complete their projects. Some of the films he worked could not be released. Deva, however, remained unperturbed. He kept on trying with incredible confidence. Finally he got the chance. 'Manasukkeththa Maharaasaa' introduced him to the world. Unfortunately the film didn't make him popular. But the second film ('Vaikaasi Poranthaachu') did the magic. It spread his name to the nooks and corners of Tamilnadu. Producers and filmmakers started knocking his doors. Deva soon became the favorite for many. Deva has done films in all South Indian languages. He has composed music for the films that have leading stars like Rajnikanth and Kamal Haasan. He is best at creating tailor made songs that suit the image of super star. It was he who composed music for Rajni's blockbusters like 'Annaamalai', 'Baashaa', and 'Arunachalam'. It was Deva, who popularized 'gana' songs of Chennai. 'Vaala Meenukkum Vilaangu Meenukkum' might have dominated the recent times but it was Deva, who made the 'gana' songs widely acceptable by giving at least one gana song in each of his film. He is hailed as 'Father of Gaana Genre' in Tamil movies. Among all genres, devotional songs are nearer to Deva's heart. He had never given up composing devotional songs even when he was quite busy. He is still passionately doing music for devotional songs. Deva has been honored with so many awards in his career. In 1990, he received Best Music Director Award from Tamilnadu Government. He got Tamilnadu Government's 'Kalai Maamani Award' in the year 1992. In 1995, the film 'Aasai' fetched him Tamilnadu Government's 'Best Music Director' award! For 'Baashaa', he received Tamilnadu Arts and Cultural Academy award! To top them all, veteran music director Mellisai Mannar (King of melody) M.S. Viswanathan has conferred upon the title, "Thenisai Thentral" (Gentle breeze of sweet music). Apart from these honors, Sathyabama University of Chennai has conferred honorary doctorate to Deva. Deva's legacy continues. His brothers (Sabesh & Murali) are doing well in the field. His son Srikanth Deva has followed his foot steps. He is in fact one of the leading young music directors in both Tamil and Telugu. We wish this veteran musician a very happy birthday. We also wish that he continues his musical journey to more destinations.
Deva's family affair
Producer Sivasakthi Pandian is bringing together Deva's family for a movie next. Titled 'Arjunan Kadhali', the movie has a musical score by father - son duo Deva and Srikanth Deva and is directed by Deva's son-in-law Parthi Bhaskar. Jai, Deva's brother's son, plays the lead role. Shooting for Arjunan Kadhali would commence in Thiruparankunram on the 25th of September. A newcomer would play the heroine. After the success of 'Chennai 600028' and 'Subramaniapuram', Jai is acting in 'Vamanan' and 'Aval Peyer Thamizharasi'. Sekhar V Joseph cranks the camera, while editing will be taken care by G Sasikumar.
Dear Zindagi 1st day box office collections
Gauri Shinde's second outing as a feature film director, Dear Zindagi is off to a very good start. This film which stars Alia Bhatt and Shah Rukh Khan in the lead roles has got some good reviews from the critics. Dear Zindagi was released yesterday (25/11) in around 1200 screens in India. Thanks to the star power of Shahrukh Khan. Apparently, the film has netted around 8.8 crores in India alone from its opening day. So the start is good. Now let’s see how it performs in the coming days.
Prabhu Deva debuts as a Director
The remake of the blockbuster 'Pokiri' (Telugu movie) in the Tamil will have actor and choreographer Prabhu Deva wielding the megaphone. It is going to have actor Vijay as the hero in the film. This will be the debut of Prabhu Deva as a director in the Tamil Film Industry.
Prabhu Deva is poised
Rumors of a 'cold war' between director Prabhu Deva and actor Vijay in the sets of Pokiri were rampant not long ago. However Prabhu Deva has put an end to all gossip, denying any difference of opinion between them. Addressing media person in Hyderabad, Prabhu Deva, heaping laurels on Vijay, said, 'He is a good actor to work with. His dedication and commitment deserve a special mention'. He denied reports that appeared in some sections of the press that he turned up late for shooting and often quarreled with the actor over shooting a sequence. 'They are baseless reports. We have been striving hard to come out with a real entertainer. Such rumors will not deter us from achieving our mission'. Pokiri starring Vijay and Asin is a remake of a Telugu film titled the same. It is expected to hit the screens this Pongal. Pokiri, interestingly, also has a special dance sequence featuring Vijay and Prabhu Deva. This should be great feast for the fans. Vijay's sequence with Lawrence Raghavendra in Thirumalai was outstanding. Now Pokiri can be expected to better that.