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Oru Kal Oru Kannadi sees Udhayanidhi Stalin as Saravanan and Hansika as his love interest Meera. The film has Santhanam playing a comic role as Parthasarathy. Director Rajesh M explaining about the characters in the movie says, “Saravanan is the ticketing incharge in a theater and Santhanam works in the canteen of the same theater.” He further added, “How these three meet and how love blossoms between the lead pair forms the crux of OKOK.” Rajesh said, “Udhay and Hansika chemistry was good on screens and Santhanam’s comedy sequences went good.” The director, who has Santhanam in all his films concluded, “I can make movie without a heroine, but can’t film it without Santhanam.
Kannada films are her destination
Sridevi Vijayakumar was one of the few actresses, who in spite of being the offspring of a popular film couple, failed to make any impact on the silver screen in Kollywood. Much was expected from the actress, whose father Vijayakumar and mother Manjula Vijayakumar, won for themselves a place in the industry. Though Sridevi acted in many movies including one opposite Dhanush in Devadhayay Kandein, she could not make it to top in Tamil. Now the actress has reportedly decided to try her luck in Kannada. Sridevi Vijayakumar would be playing the heroine's role in the Kannada remake of Tamil hit Kadhalukku Mariyadhai. The rest of the star cast are new-comers. It may be recalled Meera Jasmine, Navya Nair and Uma are already busy acting in Kannada movies.
Kannada matinee idol Rajkumar passes way
Kannada thespian Rajkumar passed away Wednesday in a private hospital at Bangalore. Several film artistes and technicians thronged his house to pay their last respect. Rajkumar essayed the role of many a mythological character and a historical figure and carried them with elan, be it Bhakta Kumbara, Satya Harishchandra, Bhaktha Cheta, Bhaktha Kanakadasa, `Ranadheera Kanteerava' (1960) Immedi Pulikesh (1967), Sri Krishnadevaraya (1970) or Mayura (1975). His role as Babruvahana is one that has been etched forever in the memories of filmgoers. The epithet Rajkumar sat snuggly on Muthuraj as he moved from the realm of mythological and historical films of yore to the age of neo-realism; marching along with the times; polishing his skills as he went along; marking many a milestone. His role as a village simpleton in films like Mannina Maga, Anna Thangi, Chandavalliya Thota, Doorada Betta, Mayor Muththanna bonded him with the masses. The endearing image of Rajkumar riding a buffalo, singing a popular song in the film Sampattige Saval, brought to the fore the reality of rural India. While his acting prowess singled him out as a super hero, his voice as a playback singer in Sampathige Saval propelled him into the bracket of an ace singer-actor. The so-far enigmatic `voice' of Rajkumar forced `P B Sreenivas' bid adieu as the actor took over the role of a playback singer as well, even winning a national award as the best singer for the classical rendition of the song, `Naadamaya ee Lokavella' in the film Jeevana Chaitra. From donning diamond studded crowns and silken robes, commanding armies to playing suave roles of an Indian James Bond in films like Jedara Bale opposite actress Jayanti, Rajkumar soon became an icon, single handedly delivering box office hits, to the delight of his producers. Having worked with more than 75 directors, his roles have ranged from pages of history to protagonist of films advocating the ageless quality of Indian values. It was subtle acting, his spontaneous style and his flair for making 'reel life' characters appear 'real life personalities' that helped him survive the onslaught of time, age and changing demands of the celluloid world. Despite his box office success, Raj Kumar, a strong advocate of Kannada, confined himself to the Kannada film world. A champion of the state language, he had time and again espoused the cause of the mother tongue, taking part in the 'Gokak agitation' in early 1980s, seeking primacy for Kannada. His affinity for rural India and that of Kannadigas transformed him into a larger than life figure, stirring up mass hysteria when forest brigand Veerapan kidnapped him. Veerappan, who ironically hailed from the same birthplace as the thespian, was fully aware of the priceless treasure in his custody when he sent out a list of demands to be met in return for the release of the King of Films. The release of Rajkumar was nothing short of a celebration, a time to offer thanksgiving and prayers for the release of one considered a demigod. Rajkumar's unwavering popularity and paradox of destiny manifested itself when the primary school dropout was conferred an honorary doctorate by Mysore University. The hysteria whipped up by the icon was perceivable with stories of fans worshipping his replicas with milk and honey in Hassan, of those cycling for kilometres to view the first show of his film and of scores going on a rampage when a cinema house put up a board that tickets could not be bought for love or money for the next seven days, doing the rounds in the media on a regular basis. His felicitation by the Karnataka government on completing 50 years of his film career and the endless bouquets of praises showered him on the occasion, also marked the matinee idol's hold over the Kannada film world. The passing away of the idol to many will not mean just the removal from the scene of a star, but that of five eras put together and the new one that lost the opportunity of witnessing a magnum opus with Rajkumar as the lead.
Kannada star to make his debut in Tamil
Popular Kannada actor Upendra, who had rendered several blockbusters in Kannada film industry, will make his debut in Tamil. He has been assigned to do the negative role opposite Vishal in Sathyam. To be directed by Rajasekhar, Sathyam features Vishal in the role of a tough cop. According to Upendra, who is currently the heart-throb in Kannada film industry, "Playing a negative role is no harm, unless you have a scope to perform. Rajasekar narrated the story to me and requested me to do the role. I was impressed with the role, though it had negative shades. I immediately agreed to do it."
Kannada actress comes to Kollywood
Dimple, a popular actress from Kannada filmdom will foray into Tamil cinema. Debutant director Kalanidhi has opted for a girl from Kannada filmdom to play the heroine in his forthcoming Tamil movie titled Tharagu. Dimple, a popular heroine in Kannada film industry, has been cast to play the heroine opposite Sanjay. Bharani will be scoring the music for the movie. Lyrics are by Na Muthukumar and Viveka. Cinematography is by Kasi Viswa.
Kannada Filmdom Dharna
In retaliation the Kannada filmdom showed its strength on Friday morning by assembling at 10 am in front of Town Hall on the busy JC Road and unanimously condemned the attributions made by Tamil Nadu chief Minister M.Karunanidhi on the Hogennakal issue and on Kannadigas. The protest would take a serious turn in the coming days it is reliably learnt. Kannada film industry personalities Smt.Parvathamma Rajakumar, V.Ravichandran, Upendra, Srinath, Mukyamantri Chandru, Darshan, Sa.Ra.Govindu, KFCC members, Raghavendra Rajakumar, Dr.Jayamala, Thara, Jaggesh, Puneeth Rajakumar, Prem, Srinivasamurthy, Basanthkumar Patil, golden star Ganesh, Vijay, Ramya, Vijaya Raghavendra, Murali, Ramkumar, sunder Raj, Chindodi Leela, Anu Prabhakar, Rangayana Raghu, C.V.L.Sastry, KSL Swamee, Karisubbu, Umesh, MN Lakshmidevi, Pushpaswamy, directors, technicians and cinema workers took part in the protest dharna. Dr.Rajakumar Abhimanigala Sangha President Sa.Ra.Govindu made it clear that we will not tolerate any injustice. He cautioned the TN Chief Minister to behave properly in his speeches. Smt.Parvathamma Rajakumar said clearly that when it comes to land, water and Kannada language we will not sit quiet. Golden star Ganesh in his address said it is not just a mere support via speech. We have to stand united to protest such injustice to our state. Actor Vijay said he would follow the senior's decisions in this direction. Actor Srinivasamurthy said the observations of senior personality M Karunanidhi was uncalled for. Baasha Dhurabhimana Kannadigaru has in fact lit the fire. MK should have been careful felt Srinivasamurthy. The Jai Karnataka Sangha after garlanding the Kempegowda statue left to Hogennakal via Mysore in 500 vehicles. They are supposed to join former don Muthappa Rai from Bidadi it is learnt.