Tamil News
Another recognition for K.Balachander
Some nostalgic moments from a great lyric writer filled with respect and a musical feast of some of the most memorable songs in the Tamil film Industry's history made the function at the Kamaraj Arangam more memorable for the audience who had come there to…
Ayudham Seivom: No to violence
Pyramid Saimira's production venture 'Ayudham Seivom' is all complete and is ready for release this month-end.Directed by Udhayan, who made his debut with Perarasu, 'Ayudham Seivom' features Sundar C in the lead role with 'Kattradhu Thamizh' Anjali playing the female lead.Speaking about the…
Vasantha Balan going strong and steady
Vasantha Balan, a former associate of director Shankar, has emerged a director to reckon with in Tamil industry.Though his maiden venture 'Album' disappeared without any trace, he bounced back strongly with 'Veyyil', which was screened at the Cannes Film Festival.He is currently busy…
Shoban Babu: A silent tribute to a shining star
Telugu actor Shoban Babu passed yesterday at his home in Mehta Nagar, Chennai. He was 71. The deceased actor is survived by his wife, a son and three daughters. The entire film industry was present at his home to offer their last respects.Braving the…
Aayudham Seivom climax change
Udhayan, who directed Vijayakanth's Perarasu, is now making 'Aayudham Seivom', featuring Sunder C and Anjali (Katrathu Tamil). The movie, in which Udhayan tries to make a string comeback, is the maiden venture of Pyramid Saimira, who has recently stepped into film production.Aayudham Seivom Gallery…
Raghuvaran passes away
Raghuvaran, a distinguished character artiste, passed away in Chennai this morning (March 19). He was admitted to Mehtha Hospital for treatment a few days ago. The reason for the death has been disclosed as weakness caused by excessive alcohol consumption. It is learnt that he…
Anjali and her Mentor
Though Jeeva starrer 'Katrathu Thamizh' was Anjali's maiden venture, it was director Mu. Kalanjiyam, who brought Anjali in to film world. Though the film did not take off, the effort made Anjali as an actor and she became a full time actor after director Ram…
Vishnuvardhans brother becomes hero
Yet another one on the hero list. Director Vishnuvardhan's younger brother Krishna becomes a hero in 'Alibaba', directed by Neelan K. Sekar, an assistant director of Vishnu.Though Krishna has already acted in 'Anjali', 'Iruvar', and 'Terrorist', his development as a hero is unexpected. Actually,…
Vasantha Balans next
Vasantha Balan of 'Veyyil' fame is ready with his next project 'Angadi Theru'. It goes around the story of the life in and round a street.The lead role is portrayed by new comer Magesh, who is a state level volley ball player. He belongs…
New Year and new faces
Recently we heard that Shruti Hassan, Kamal Haasan's daughter would make her debut with Madhavan. The news is only a beginning. Kollywood is all set to see many more new faces in year 2008.We know Prakash Raj's Duet Movies and Moserbear jointly producing 'Mayilu'…