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Bollywood actress Dia Mirza has been named the ambassador for Swachh Bharat Mission's youth-based 'Swachh Saathi' (student internship) programme. The 'Rehna Hai Tere Dil Mein' star will take forward the message of the government's 'Swachh Saathi' programme, which she hails as the most important part to realise the dream of a clean country. "Swachh Bharat is among the most important initiatives taken up by the government and I believe that the Swachh Saathi programme will be an extremely important part of our dream to realise a clean, healthy and environmentally conscious youth and country," Dia, 34, said in a statement. Under the Swachh Saathi programme, more than 2,000 interns would be enrolled, who would coordinate with around 10,000 schools across the country and ensure that all students in these schools take the pledge for Clean India, the statement read. "Dia is a youth icon and has been an active campaigner for Swachh Bharat. We felt that she would be the best person to help us reach out to more youngsters. Our aim is to make it a viral youth led movement," Swachh Bharat Mission director Praveen Prakash said. As the ambassador, the actress would interact with school and college students from across the country through awareness sessions, community cleaning activities and motivational videos. "Over the years I have tried to engage as many minds as possible to understand that our planet and our country need the immediate involvement of all its citizens, so that we can take responsibility and make our world a better place to live in," Dia said.
Swathi and team expects big on 'Ashta Chamma'
TV anchor turned actress Swathi and her team is confident about the fim 'Ashta Chamma' which is witnessed music release recently and awaits for the full release on the first week of September. Swathi plays the lead role in the P Ram Mohan produced and directed by the national award winning director Mohana Krishna Indraganti . D Suresh Babu of Suresh Productions is presenting the film. The young sensation was debuted in Krishna Vamshi's Danger. Aadavari Matalaku Ardhale Verule earned a name for her though the role was a small one. In Ashta Chamma her storyline interestingly woven around a infatuated girl on Prince Mahesh. She is also confident that will be milestone role in her career. Audio for the movie recently released by Big Music and was composed by Kalyani Mallik.
Sakthi Chidambaram is keen to act
Bitten by the acting bug is director Sakthi Chidambaram. The producer-director is known for his commercial entertainers. In the company of Sathyaraj, Sakthi Chidambaram rendered several hits including Ennamma Kannu, Maha Nadigan, Englishkaran and Kovai Brothers. Now Sakthi Chidambaram is busy producing and directing Vyapari starring S J Suryah, Namitha, Malavika and Tamanna. Once the movie is released, Sakthi is planning to commence his next venture, which would star himself in the lead role. Sakthi Chidambaram has been taking efforts to look trim on the screen. He is all set to join the long list of directors taking to acting which includes big names like K Bhagyaraj, Vijaya T Rajendhar, Thangar Bachchan, S J Suryah, Sundar C and Cheran, among others.
Sakthi pairs with Sandhya
Director P. Vasu's son Shakthi hasn't signed up for any film after his debut in 'Thottal Poo Malarum', released last year. Though the film failed to make any waves in the market, Shakthi's performance was appreciated well. But the young man was not in a hurry to accept new films. He wanted to wait till he gets a good script. It seems he has found one in 'Magesh, Saranya, Matrum Palar' (MSMP). The movie will be directed by a newcomer P.V. Ravi, who was working with director Lingusamy as an assistant director. Sandhya plays the heroine, while Keerthi Chawla and Daniel Balaji play important roles. Vidyasagar does the music. Ravi informs that the movie deals with a love affair, which is whole heartedly supported by the parents. Then what is the story all about? Is it a different story with love being just a backdrop? No, says the director. It is a love story but the twist in the tale will be something unexpected, he claims. Shakthi is confident that this movie would provide him with the right break.
Sakthi Chidambaram: Action gives him satisfaction
Director Sakthi Chidambaram has said that he would do only action movies henceforth. Speaking to media persons, the producer-director said, 'Directors who churn out mass action films hog limelight in Kollywood. Though I have churned out over dozen movies, I am still to hit the groove'. Sakthi is happy that his recent release 'Sanda' starring Sundar C and Nadhiya has managed a good collection at the box office. 'I would direct two films every year. They would be an action-packed commercial entertainer starring prominent heroes', he said. 'Though my earlier movies were laced with humor and managed good collections, I feel action movies alone will take me close to the masses'. Sakthi, who directed several films including 'Enama Kannu', 'Charlie Chaplin' and 'Englishkaran', has produced 'Pazhani' starring Bharath. 'I would continue to produce films. Plans are on to do a movie starring Bharath and another to be directed by Perarasu'.
Sakthi in Baazigar remake
Sakthi, son of veteran director P Vasu, will play the lead role in the Tamil remake of Hindi hit 'Baazigar'. Noted director P Vasu has obtained the Tamil remake rights of 'Baazigar' directed by Abbas Mastan. Starring Shahrukh Khan, Kajol and Shilpa Shetty in lead roles, the movie released a decade ago, went on to become a big hit. Sakthi is currently acting in 'Magesh, Saranya Mattrum Palar'.