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Mirugam, which keeps on hitting the headlines and creating sensation for one reason or the other, is censored today (Dec 8). The movie has been given A certificate by a six member team that had two women in it. The members suggested 30 cuts to give the film U certificate. Director Samy was not ready to accept so many cuts and hence decided to accept 'A' certificate. The members wanted the movie to be sent to the revising committee, after seeing the first half. But the second half has, according to a member, moved them and impressed them a lot. They were all in praise for the director. The members also asked the director to mute the sound in some scenes. The movie is expected to hit the screens soon.
Mirugam: A sigh of relief
The sensation surrounding 'Mirugam', right from the slapping incident, continues till its release. After getting the nod from the censor board, the movie was in for a shock, which came in the form of a notice served by Blue Cross. The organization that works for the welfare of the animals has objected to the Jallikkattu (Bull fight) scene in the film. Blue Cross sent a notice to the censor board demanding to stall the release of the film. The unit was shocked. It had already got the oral clearance from the censor board and announced the release date. The board has withheld issuing the certificate following the receipt of the notice. Director Samy was simply shattered, as he did not expect such a predicament at the last moment. Finally he accepted to cut the Jallikkattu shot and the Blue Cross immediately withdrew the notice. Then the censor board issued the certificate and the movie is opening on December 14 as planned. Samy and the unit are now happy and eagerly awaiting he results of the movie. Meanwhile, an encouraging development took place for the 'Mirugam' team. Vijay ' Shriya starrer 'Azhagiya Thamil Magan', which was running four shows in Udhayam theatre, in Chennai, has been reduced to a single show and the three shows have been allotted to 'Mirugam'. This, the unit feels, is a sign of success.
Mirugam Aadhis next film
Aadhi, who has made everyone sit up and watch by his maiden venture 'Mirugam', is flooded with offers. The overwhelming offers put him in a great confusion and dilemma as to which to choose. Samy, his director, has come to his rescue. He has advised him not to go for a small banner movie in his second film. He has guided him to sign a project with a big banner. The banner is none other than the renowned 'S' pictures and the director is Arivizhagan, who worked as an assistant to Director Shankar. Aadhi, who appears with his beard in this film as well, is quite excited about doing a film for 'S' pictures.
"Mirugam" Aathi gets a break
Aathi, who made his debut in Samy's "Mirugam", gets a break after waiting for months to get a good project. He has been roped in the project produced by director Shankar's 'S' Pictures. 'S' Pictures has announced the commencement of three new projects, directed by Naaga, Thamira, and Arivazhagan. The projects will be started after the release of "Arai en 305il Kadavul", directed by Simbudevan. All the three directors will be making their entry into directing a movie. Naaga has the experience of directing the TV serial 'Vidadhu Karuppu', while Thamira has written the dialogues for K. Balachandar's "Poi". The third director Arivazhagan is Shankar's assistant. Aathi will be the hero of the film directed by Arivazhagan. His pair will be Sindhu Menon. Aathi, who impressed everyone with his performance in "Mirugam", is lucky enough to get a project under a prestigious banner in his second film itself. Great going Aathi!
Padmapriya walks out of 'Mirugam' sets!
The shooting of 'Mirugam' directed by 'Uyir' fame Samy came to a halt on Friday after actress Padmapriya walked out of the sets in a tiff with the director. The movie is based on real-life incident features Padmapriya in the lead role. As soon as the shooting commenced on Friday, the trouble erupted. The climax was shot in a village near Madurai. The actress reportedly shot for climax and took several takes an annoyed Samy reportedly assaulted Padmapriya for not getting the act right. An agitated Padmapriya immediately took an auto and moved out of the sets. Also she preferred to lodge a complaint with Nadigar Sangam. 'The actress took over Rs 13 lakh to act in the movie. Since the shooting could not be completed on time, we even paid her more. It is rather unfortunate that she chose to walk out of the sets.' adds Samy.
Samy speaks on 'Mirugam'
'Mirugam' is a movie that will convey a strong message to the society, says director Samy. The movie starring Padmapriya and newcomer Adhi in the lead roles hit the headlines ever since Samy reportedly assaulted the actress on the sets for not performing well during the shooting. Following Padmapriya's complaint, Samy was banned from directing films for a year. Speaking about the film on the occasion of its release, Samy says, 'It is inspired by a real life incident that happened in Thiruvarur in 1970s. I came across an incident wherein a brutal youth killed his pregnant wife. I laced the story with commercial elements. Cinematography by Ramnath Shetty and Sabesh ' Murali's musical score has given life to the movie'. Samy further adds, 'Adhi's dedication towards the role deserves a mention. He toned up his physique, increased and reduced his weight according to the demands of the script.' He has some positive comments on Padmapriya as well. 'Equally appealing was Padmapriya. She has a strong role to play with in the script and has done her part well.' However, Samy adds that if Padmapriya had extended full co-operation, they would have completed the shooting long back. 'Anyway her character has come good and she would draw appreciation from masses after its release', says Samy.