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From flying all the way from London to Mumbai’s Aurora theatre to giving free auto rides to those who want to watch “Kabali” on its release day — Rajinikanth’s fans are yet again out to prove why the superstar fandom’s is beyond comprehension. As the release of his “Kabali” nears, the buzz around the film is palpable. The 65-year old actor’s hardcore fans, from different walks of life, are stoked about the first day first show (FDFS) experience. “Some people might think we are crazy, but they won’t understand our love for Thalaivar. If you’re not watching the first show of a Rajinikanth starrer on release day, you’re breaking a tradition,” says 43-year old auto driver Annamalai. On July 22, when “Kabali” will hit the screens, Annamalai will be watching the earliest show of the film in the city. “It’s usually at Kasi or Albert theatre. For nearly two decades now, I’ve been watching his films on release day. It has to be the first show in the city,” Annamalai told IANS, adding that he will be watching the film with his friends. Annamalai also plans to give free rides to anyone who wants to watch the movie, which is about a gangster’s shot at redemption and how he fights for equal pay rights for Tamils in Malaysia. “All Rajini fans are like brothers. Our Thalaivar’s films bring us together, under one roof, irrespective of our economic or social background. After I’m done watching the first show, I plan to give 20 free rides to those who want to watch the film,” he said. If you thought the craze for Rajinikanth only runs in the working class, then you’re wrong. Meet Naman Ramachandran, author and film critic, who is popular for his book “Rajinikanth: The Definitive Biography”. “For the premiere, I’m flying down to Mumbai from London and taking part in the early morning pooja and then the procession to the Aurora theatre in Matunga where a bunch of similar diehards will do the ‘pal (milk) abhishekam’ followed by the first day first show. “My ‘Kabali’ T-shirts have already arrived and I’ll be wearing one of them on the release day,” he said. Naman, the writer of independent film “Brahman Naman”, is excited about “Kabali” mainly because, “This is the first time in a long time that Thalaivar has entrusted a film to a new generation director (Pa. Ranjith). ‘Madras’ (Ranjith’s last Tamil film) was amazing so I have high hopes for ‘Kabali’.” For Srinivasan Sankar, a Global Data Officer for an insurance company in the Greater Boston area, “Kabali” will be another “crowning glory” in Rajinikanth’s career. “I’ve never missed Thalaivar FDFS as far as I remember from ‘Velaikkaran’, ‘Rajadhi Raja’ and ‘Mappillai’ days. After I migrated to the US in 1995, it continued with ‘Muthu’. There’s a nice story here. In the late 1990s, movies won’t show up in Boston in the first or second week. So I drove 10 hrs to Washington DC to watch ‘Arunachalam’ FDFS,” said Srinivasan. In the US, the film will release on July 21. “I’ll watch the 11 a.m. show. That’s the first show here in Boston which is also one of the first shows along with Atlanta, New York, etc in the US. Since it’s a weekday, we plan to have the first day celebrations later in the evening during the prime-time shows,” he said. Bengaluru-based techie-turned-film critic Uday Senan will be watching “Kabali” with random strangers he invited via a Facebook post. “The only common factor between all of us is our love for Rajinikanth. In an open post on Facebook, I’ve invited genuine Thalaivar fans whom I’ve never met to join me to watch the film FDFS,” said Uday, who will also be reuniting with his schoolmates to watch the film. “In 2007, a large group of us from school watched ‘Sivaji’. Seven of us from that group will be reuniting to watch ‘Kabali’. I’ve applied for leave from work and my boss is upset that I’ve motivated a few others to take leave too,” he added. Is it worth taking all the effort to watch a Rajinikanth-starrer amid crazy fans on release day? “His films come once in two years, so it’s totally worth it,” said Lalith, who works in a managerial position. “I’ve already blocked tickets for the FDFS in Chennai. My friends from Mumbai and Hyderabad are flying down to watch the film. It’s good to be watching ‘Kabali’ at a place where it’s celebrated the way it’s supposed to be,” he said. “Kabali” also stars Radhika Apte as Rajinikanth’s love interest.
Why Trisha is missing from Nayaki promotions!?
These days, Lead Actors are refusing to promote the films if they have any sort of differences with the Makers. We have seen that happen in the case Sharwanand & Nithya Menon for 'Rajadhi Raja' and Rashmi Gautam 'Antham'. Now, Trisha starrer 'Nayaki' is making headlines for similar reasons. 'Nayaki', one of the much-awaited horror films, is scheduled to release Tomorrow (July 14th). Unfortunately, Trisha is missing from the promotional campaign for undisclosed reasons and this development is hurting the project now. If the lead actor doesn't promote the movie, How can anyone expect it to do well at the Box Office? Even the Openings were going to be affected in a big way. Lot of speculations have been doing rounds regarding Trisha giving a miss to the promotions. But, Its too early to confirm any of these reports unless someone from the unit responds. 'Nayaki' is being directed by Govi. Raghu Kunche composed Music. Giridhar Mamidipally is the producer of this horror movie.
One more remix
The popular song 'Kettelay Angey' from yesteryear Sivakumar starrer 'Badhrakali' will be remixed for Dhanush's 'Padikathavan'. The song was a craze among music-lovers in early 1980s for it was peppy and racy. Now Suraj has opted to remix the number for 'Padikathavan'. The movie features Dhanush and Tamanna in the lead roles. Suraj is confident that the remix number would do wonders. In the recent past, a host of songs have been remixed which includes 'Engeyum Eppodhum', 'Ponmagal vandhal', 'Palakattu Pakathilae', 'Enadi Muniamma' and 'Raja Rajadhi Raja'. It could be the reason why all these songs are named evergreen as they spur interest even in this century.
Sakthi Chidambaram clarifies on 'Rajadhi Raja'
Certain reports surfaced recently claiming that one of the five heroines in Sakthi Chidambaram's 'Rajadhi Raja' is given more importance than the others. 'Rajathi Raja' stars Ragava Larencce along with five heroines - Meenakshi, Snighta, Mumtaz, Samiksha and Kiran. The rumors claim that Snightha has been given more priority in the film all of a sudden. When queried, the director denied any such reports. All heroines have equal parts to play. They have enough scope for good screen space. Each character has a role to play in the film. There is no question of one getting more priority over the others. The director also added, 'it would be a cocktail of glamour, humor and emotions. The shooting has already commenced and plans are on to shoot song sequences abroad'.
Kajal Agarwal in 'Rajadhi Raja'
Confusion still reigns over the casting of the movie 'Rajadhi Raja' starring Ragava Larencce which is produced and directed by Sakthi Chidambaram. The movie that boasts of six heroines was touted to have Sandhya as one of the heroines. She had reportedly declined the offer and Pooja was approached. Rumors were abuzz a little while back that Pooja has confirmed being part of the project. However, now it is confirmed that she has been replaced by young Kajal Agarwal. The girl from Mumbai, who made her debut with Bharathirajaa's 'Bomallattam', is currently acting in 'Modhi Vilayadu' opposite Vinay. She is also acting in a couple of films in Tollywood. Making a film with six heroines seems to be a tough task especially with all the heroines competing with each other. It is humanly impossible to have all six characters share equal screen presence. Probably, the 'crowd factor' is playing in the minds of the leading ladies and hence the constant replacements. However, the truth is that even with a small role, a good actress can make her way into the hearts and minds of film loving public.
Pooja in, Sandhya out
Pooja has replaced Sandhya for Sakthi Chidambaram's 'Rajadhi Raja'. The movie starring Ragava Larencce in the lead role is produced and directed by Sakthi Chidambaram. Sandhya has reportedly pulled out since her role demanded her to perform in skimpy and glamorous costumes. Now Pooja has agreed to replace Sandhya. Pooja was keen on signing her next film only after the release of 'Naan Kadavul', directed by Bala. However she was impressed with the story narrated by Sakthi Chidmbaram and readily agreed to do the movie. Sakthi Chidambaram has denied that it is a remake of yesteryear Rajini hit. We have just borrowed the title as it sits apt on our story.