2004 Audio Songs
All songs →Related News
More news →I'm yet to see my full freedom: Kamal Haasan
Actor-filmmaker Kamal Haasan has revealed that he "has never had" his freedom while making films. “No Indian filmmaker has had full freedom of speech as compared to the rest of the world. Hence, I must complain I've never had my freedom, I'm yet to see my full freedom,” Kamal said on India Today TV channel as part of the Twitter Town Hall. “Time divides freedom and anarchy. Freedom should come with 'Lakshman Rekha'. Freedom will be constant. Freedom is like your body; you have to feed it, guard it and take care of it,” he added. Kamal, who has been a prominent member of the entertainment industry for over five decades now, had on January 28 asked his fans in a video to send him questions on Twitter regarding freedom. “Keep vigil on something we believe in. It could be dying. Send questions #SpeakOnFreedom @IndiaToday #Twitter #Townhall,” Kamal, who joined the micro-blogging site on January 26, captioned the video. Sharing his views on the much-hyped protests by students of the premier Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) against the appointment of actor Gajendra Chauhan as chairman, Kamal said: “FTII students are trend-setters; some of them have been pride of India. Government should have appointed an empathetic person”. Asked about the reason behind him joining Twitter, Kamal said: “Mahatma Gandhi influenced me to be on social media. You can’t fear criticism or not talk at all. He was the man who rose up to speak in times when it was dangerous to speak. “Gandhi-ji is a great hero and I wish we had many more of him. It needs lot of will, courage to be what he is. He is an inimitable model.” Speaking on critics, Kamal said that they "should be more tolerant”. “Criticism should be constructive and not destructive,” he added. Kamal also took the initiative to talk about the Chennai floods. He said: “I wish Chennai attracts international attention without flood. We can do it, we have done it. Pick up any Tamil or state newspaper, it does not talk about the news from the rest of the country, very important news is sometimes left out.”
Kushboo the singer debuts
Kushboo has rendered a racy number for 'Maganae Marumagane'. The movie, produced jointly by Muthulakshmi Movies and Raj TV, has been directed by T P Gajendran. Starring Vivek, Mithun and T P Gajendran in lead roles, the movie has musical score by Dhina. Kushboo sang the song 'Natchatram Natchatram Boomiyilae Paaru....Dhinam Rathiriyil Un Kanavil Varuvadhu Yaaru?' penned by lyricist Snehan. The song was recorded at Dhina's music studio in Chennai on Saturday. Speaking about her debut as playback singer, Kushboo said, "I was extremely thrilled when director T P Gajendran urged me to sing a song. Initially, I was hesitant to sing. However, Dhina and Snehan helped me a lot and made me feel comfortable. I understood the difficulties involved in playback singing. I am confident that this song will top the audio charts for it has a catchy tune and lyrics that are hilarious."
Vivek the hero is coming to town
Vivek's attempt to play hero in 'Solli Adippen' is still in the dark as the movie is yet to hit the screens. However his 'Maganae Marumagane', directed by T P Gajendran features the comedian in the lead role. Vivek has been paired with Yamini Sharma, who shared the screen with Vadivelu in 'Indiralohathil Na Azhagappan'. The film has music by Dheena. T P Gajendran apart from directing 'Maganae Marumagane' has also written the story and screenplay for it. Actor Mithun plays a prominent role while Nasser, Saranya, Livingston, Meenal and Paravai Muniamma are also in the cast. 'Maganae Marumaganae' is about a son and son-in-law who create ruckus within a family. It is expected to be a hilarious entertainer and the whole family can sit and watch the film. ''The concept of organ donation has become popular after the heroic gesture of Hithendran, who donated his organs last week. However I had the foresight to include a few scenes in my movie that talk about the importance of organ donation, a few months ago' he informed. 'Maganae Marumaganae' is co-produced by Raj TV Network.
Vivek sheens all the way
Raj TV's co-production venture 'Magane Marumaganae' starring Vivek in the lead role will hit the screens by this year-end. Addressing media persons, director P Gajendran, said, 'The movie has come out really well. It is a hilarious entertainer and he has given his best on screen. It would be a movie to reckon with in Vivek's career.' Gajendran, a former associate of Visu, has so far directed 23 films. 'Magane Marumagane', produced by Gajendran in association with Raj Television network, is about parent's expectations on their children and whether their son and daughters live in correspondence to it. A major portion of the movie was shot within 30 days. 'The concept of organ donation has become popular after the heroic effort of Hithendran who donated his organs after his death last week. However I had the foresight to include few scenes in my movie that talk about the importance of organ donation, almost a few months ago.' says Gajendran. Yamini Sharma, who played Vadivelu's heroine in 'Indiralohathil Na Azhaggapan' plays Vivek's ladylove in the film. Music is by Dheena, while dialogues are by Durairaj and Krishna Davinci. Lyrics are by Gangai Amaran, Snehan and Dr Kridhiya.
Vivek on an acting spree
Actor Vivek is all set to scale new heights. He has got a host of movies lined up for release in the coming months. The comedian is confident that Arjun starrer 'Durai' (set for a release on 1 October) will bring the roof down in theatres. He plays a woman in 'Guru En Aalu', which he is confident that it would be entertaining for comedy-lovers. Vivek says, "Everyone including Madhavan appreciated my performance as a woman in 'Guru En Aalu''. Similarly his role as a fisherman in the Shaam's movie will be a different film, he says. Vivek plays a prominent role in 'Magane Marumaganae', directed by T P Gajendran. Also a host of films including Sundar C's 'Thee' featuring Vivek in his usual best will hit the screens soon. Rumors are abuzz that Vivek would do the lead role in a movie to be directed by Simbhu Devan, who directed films like 'Imsai Arasan 23am Pulikesi' and 'Arai En 305il Kadavul'.
Durai to speak Telugu
Arjun starrer 'Durai' is completed. The movie directed by A Venkatesh features Keerat Bhattal and Gajala in prominent roles. With Arjun enjoying good patronage among Telugu film audience, plans are on to release the movie in Telugu now. The Telugu version is titled as 'Gajendra'. It would be presented by P Sambasiva Reddy of Victory Creations banner. Imman has scored the music. Currently in its dubbing, the film is expected to hit the screens in the last week of September. 'I hope Arjun and Venkatesh combination in 'Gajendra' will be successful,' said Sambasiva Reddy.