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Chief Minister M Karunanidhi launched the movie titled 'Thai Kaviyam' at a grand function in Chennai on Sunday. Noted lyricist Pa Vijay will play the lead in the movie. It is an adaptation of Maxim Gorki's Russian novel The Mother. The Tamil version has been penned by Karunanidhi. Directed by Bali Srirangam, the movie has musical score by Vidyasagar. Speaking on the occasion, Karunanidhi expressed his confidence that the movie would be shaped well and become a huge hit. He also heaped laurels on Pa Vijay on the occasion. On his part, Pa Vijay thanked the Chief Minister and recalled the rapport that he shares with Karunanidhi. Noted lyricist Vaali had suggested that the lead character of the movie be named after the communist leader of Tamilnadu, Jeevanantham. The function was attended by prominent film personalities and honchos of Tamil Film Producers Council.
Thai Kaviyam in China
Lyricist-turned-actor Pa Vijay was in China recently to shoot for his debut venture as hero ' 'Thai Kaviyam'. 'Thai Kaviyam' is adapted from the Tamil version of the Russian novel The Mother authored by Maxim Gorky and translated by Tamil Nadu Chief Minster M Karunanidhi. Pa Vijay dons the title role in 'Thai Kaviyam', directed by a debutant Pali Srirangam. Newcomer Sudharsana plays the heroine. A major portion of the movie was shot in China. Pa Vijay expresses confidence that the movie being made with the blessings of Karunanidhi will come good. Vijay's national award winning song Ovoru Pookulame is being used in 'Thai Kaviyam' too.
'Thai Kaviyam' Change of director
Popular lyricist Pa. Vijay acts as hero for the first time in the film 'Thai Kaviyam'. The story is based on Chief Minister Karunanidhi's story in poetic format. Incidentally Karunanidhi based his work on famous Russian writer Maxim Gorky's masterpiece. The film started off with song sequences being shot in China. Reports indicate that a substantial sum of money was spent in filming of the song sequences alone. When the film crew came back to Chennai, a meeting was organized and changes were meted out. Incidentally, majority of the crew were not happy with the way the presentation of the story was made. Along with these changes, the director of the film has also been changed. The director of the yet-to-be-released 'Raman Thediya Seethai' Jagannath has been appointed as the new director. However the shots canned by the ousted director Bali Shrirangam would be retained.
Thai Kaviyam for Pongal
Lyricist-turned-actor Pa Vijay is confident that 'Thai Kaviyam', his maiden venture as hero would hit the screens this Pongal. The movie is based on Chief Minister M Karunanidhi's story titled 'Thai Kaviyam'. Pa Vijay says, 'We have completed a major portion of the shooting. Thanks to the guidance of Chief Minister M Karunanidhi, the story and screenplay has come good. We have concentrated a lot on song. Vidyasagar has given his best.' Vijay vouches that he has given his best on screen. 'I have tried to be very realistic on screen. I have given spontaneous reactions and it has come good so far. Thankfully I am able to continue with hassles both acting and penning lyrics', he says with glee.
'Thani Oruvan' is 'biggest hit' in Jayam Ravi's career
Actor Jayam Ravi is still soaking in the overwhelming response to his latest Tamil outing "Thani Oruvan", which has grossed over Rs.50 crore in 10 days since its release, thus emerging as a blockbuster. "I can't express my happiness in words. This success means a lot to me and my brother. The film has turned out to be the biggest hit of my career," Ravi told. "Thani Oruvan", a cat-and-mouse thriller between the hero and the antagonist, has grossed Rs.51.08 crore in 10 days worldwide. Directed by Ravi's brother M. Raja, the film also features Arvind Swami and Nayanthara in important roles. The film has been raved critically as well as commercially.
Thani Oruvan Telugu Remake gets Title
JayamRavi and Nayanthara starrer Tamil film 'Thani Oruvan' is now being remade in Telugu and it will have Ram charan and Rakul Preet in the lead roles. Directed by Surrendar Reddy, the film is expected to start shooting on 18th February.The latest update is that the makers have decided to name the film as "Dhruva", and the official announcement is yet to come.Arvind Swamy who played villain the Tamil version, will be reprising the same in the Telugu remake too.Thani oruvan has got sensational response from Tamil audience, and the thrilling plot will also much impress the Tollywood fans.