HealthHospital sources said the actor is stable, while confirming that he has been admitted. Tnm StaffScreengrab/ Amazon Prime Video Actor Vikram was admitted to the Kauvery hospital in Chennai on Friday, July 8, due to sudden illness. According to hospital sources, the actor is stable and is under hospital care as of now. The top actor was supposed to participate in the trailer launch of his upcoming film Ponniyin Selvan in Chennai, which is scheduled to be held at 6 pm. On the professional front, Vikram has a number of films in the pipeline including Mani Ratnam’s magnum opus Ponniyin Selvan, Cobra, and a new film with director Pa Ranjith, which are at different stages of production. He was recently seen in Karthik Subbaraj directorial Mahaan, which co-starred his son, actor Dhruv Vikram in the lead. The film premiered on Ott platform Amazon Prime Video. His upcoming film Cobra is slated...
- 7/8/2022
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
Kollywood‘Cobra’ is helmed by director Ajay Gnanamuthu, and has Ar Rahman on board as the music composer.Tnm StaffScreengrab/ YouTubeThe makers of actor Vikram’s upcoming film Cobra finally announced the release date of the film on Friday, May 20. Sharing a short glimpse video from the film, Seven Screen Studio, the production banner bankrolling the film, announced that Cobra will hit the big screens on August 11. “#Cobra - Worldwide Theatrical Release On August 11.#CobraFromAugust11.#ChiyaanVikram, An @AjayGnanamuthu Film, An @arrahman Musical.” Cobra is helmed by Imaikaa Nodigal fame director Ajay Gnanamuthu. Ar Rahman is on board as the music composer for the project. Billed as a heist thriller, the film reportedly features Vikram as a mathematician. The teaser of the film was unveiled last year, and garnered positive responses. Apart from Vikram, Cobra features former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan, Srinidhi Shetty, Mirnalini Ravi, Ks Ravikumar and Miya George, among others,...
- 5/20/2022
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
KollywoodArya is teaming up with director Shakthi Soundar Rajan for the second time after ‘Teddy’. Tnm StaffTwitter/ AryaFollowing the release of Teddy, Arya has once again teamed up with director Shakthi Soundar Rajan for his next titled Captain. The makers of the film announced on May 17 that the film will be hitting the big screens on September 8 this year. Along with the release date, Arya also revealed that production banner Red Giant Movies has bagged the Tamil Nadu theatrical rights of Captain. Sharing the news with fans, Arya wrote, “@RedGiantMovies_ has acquired the tamil nadu theatrical rights of #Captain. Thank you so much partner @Udhaystalin for your support always. Then #BossEngiraBaskaran Now #Captain. See u all in theatres on September 8th .@ShaktiRajan @immancomposer @ThinkStudiosInd.” The movie was announced in November last year. Announcing the new project, Arya had tweeted earlier, “Once again teaming up with My Favourite Person, Director and...
- 5/17/2022
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
KollywoodOn the occasion of Vishal’s 44th birthday on August 29, the title and first look poster of his next film with director Thu Pa Saravanan was released.Tnm StaffMarking actor Vishal 44th birthday on August 29, the makers of his upcoming movie unveiled its title and first look poster, which was tentatively titled Vishal 31. Helmed by director Thu Pa Saravanan, the film has been titled Veerame Vaagai Soodum, while the Telugu version has been titled Saamanyudu. Touted to be an action entertainer, the poster features Vishal with a baseball bat. We also see several injured people in front of Vishal, indicating that Vishal’s character in the movie might have fought and defeated the injured goons. Sharing the title and poster, Vishal wrote, “Here We Go, Presenting the First Look & Title of #Vishal31 - #VeerameVaagaiSoodum (sic).” Here We Go, Presenting the First Look & Title of #Vishal31 - #VeerameVaagaiSoodum pic.twitter.
- 8/30/2021
- by AjayR
- The News Minute
KollywoodFrom rom-coms to action thrillers, there's a long list of Tamil films that are waiting to be released in theatres.Saradha UFacebook/ Screengrab-YouTube A cheering crowd, buttery popcorn, long queues to buy tickets, fanfare and applause; any movie buff would recall these cherished memories. Film enthusiasts might also miss cheering for their favourite stars, who set the big screens on fire. Here’s news for them. With the reopening of theatres across the state of Tamil Nadu following the second wave of the coronavirus pandemic, several Kollywood films ranging from rom-coms to crime-thrillers, are gearing up for release. We bring to you a list of Tamil films that might opt for theatrical release in the upcoming months. Thalaivi: Starring Kangana Ranaut and Arvind Swami in the lead, Thalaivi, the biopic of actor and former Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, J Jayalalithaa, is set to hit the big screens...
- 8/26/2021
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
KollywoodWritten and directed by Anand Shankar, the cast of ‘Enemy’ also includes actors Mirnalini Ravi Mamta Mohandas and Prakash Raj, among others. Tnm StaffScreengrab/YouTubeThe teaser of actors Vishal and Arya’s much-awaited movie Enemy was released on Saturday, July 24. Sharing the teaser actor Arya noted that he enjoyed fighting with his enemy in the movie, actor Vishal. “Loved fighting out with #Enemy @VishalKOfficial,” Arya’s tweet read. With ominous music playing in the background, the video starts with shots of both Vishal and Arya standing alone against the backdrop of a cityscape. We see Arya as a prisoner. Setting the tone for an action-thriller, the teaser features a series of visuals displaying high-octane action sequences. What ensues is a series of visuals where we see Vishal chasing Arya, while the latter continues to wreak havoc— indicating that Vishal likely plays the role of a cop in the movie. Towards the end of the teaser,...
- 7/24/2021
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
EntertainmentActor Vishal took to Twitter on Saturday to share the news about the birth of Arya and Sayyeshaa’s first child on July 23. Tnm StaffInstagram/ Sayyeshaa Actor Vishal took to Twitter on Saturday, July 24 to share with fans that actors Arya and Sayyeshaa welcomed their first child on Friday. In his tweet, Vishal congratulated the couple and announced that the couple welcomed their baby girl on Friday. Adding that he is overwhelmed with joy, Vishal wrote: “So Happy to break this news, great to be an Uncle, my Bro Jammy & Sayyeshaa are blessed with a #BabyGirl, uncontrollable emotions rite now in midst of shoot. Always wish the best for them, Inshallah, Gb de new Born, my Baby Girl @sayyeshaa & @arya_offl for taking a new responsibility as a Dad (sic)." Wishes have been pouring in from the actors’ colleagues as well as fans on social media.The couple, who met...
- 7/24/2021
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
KollywoodThe Ponram directorial was scheduled to hit the big screens on April 23. Tnm StaffTwitterKollywood actor Sasikumar’s much-anticipated movie Mgr Magan which was slated to hit the big screens on April 23, will be releasing at a later date. The release of the film has been postponed in view of the new lockdown restrictions that were imposed by the Tamil Nadu government recently. The production house Screen Scene, which is bankrolling the film, took to Twitter on Monday to announce that the release of the film has been postponed to a later date in view of the lockdown restrictions and the surge in number of Covid-19 cases reported over the past few days. #Mgrmagan - Postponed to later date. Wear Mask and stay safe. Thank you all for this support. @SasikumarDir @ponramVVS @AnthonyInParty @Screensceneoffl @mirnaliniravi @thondankani @senthilkumarsmc @sidd_rao @skiran_kumar @vivekharshan @onlynikil @SonyMusicSouth @CtcMediaboy pic.twitter.com/dLyoTFxJes — Screen Scene...
- 4/20/2021
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
KollywoodThe film is directed by Ajay Gnanamuthu of 'Imaikka Nodigal' fame.Digital NativeActor Vikram earlier this week left for Russia for the final schedule of Cobra’s shooting. Ajay Gnanamuthu and his crew have been in Russia over the last few weeks prepping for the shoot. Former Indian pacer Irfan Pathan, who has been roped in to play a pivotal role in this film, has joined the star cast in Russia. Sharing a picture from the shooting spot, Irfan wrote: “work mode on.” Work mode on. #Russia #shoot pic.twitter.com/aj1jQc8xBU — Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) February 25, 2021 Cobra is easily one of the most awaited films of the year not just because it is played by Vikram but also that he plays seven roles in it; a kind of challenge an actor like Vikram is game for. The film is directed by Ajay Gnanamuthu of Imaikka Nodigal fame. The...
- 2/27/2021
- by Luke
- The News Minute
EntertainmentTouted to be a thriller starring Vikram, Srinidhi Shetty and former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan are marking their Tamil debut with this film.Digital NativeTwitter/Srinidhi ShettyDirector Ajay Gnanamuthu's upcoming film Cobra with actor Chiyaan Vikram is one of the most anticipated films in Kollywood. Touted to be a thriller starring Chiyaan Vikram, Kgf actor Srinidhi Shetty and former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan are marking their Tamil debut with this film. The latest update is that Srinidhi Shetty has wrapped up shooting for the film. The actor shared some photos via her Twitter account and captioned it saying, "All that begins well, ends well. For me, this was an amazing journey filled with immense learning and fun. The entire team has been together through thick and thin. Can't wait for 'Cobra' to complete the shoot and watch it on the big screen. Until then much love and stay safe." All that begins well,...
- 2/9/2021
- by AjayR
- The News Minute
KollywoodDirected by Anand Shankar, 'Enemy' stars Arya and Vishal in lead roles. Digital NativeArya and Vishal share a good camaraderie and have been very close for a long time. Having worked together in films such as Avan Ivan and Vasuvum Saravananum Onna Padichavanga (cameo), they had recently announced that they were going to work together once again. The two will becoming together for an interesting multi-starrer titled Enemy directed by Anand Shankar of Arima Nambi fame. The film will see both the actors locking horns. Touted to be a thriller, the makers on Thursday unveiled Arya's first look from the film. Sharing the first look Vishal wrote on his Twitter handle,"My most favourite #Enemy @arya_offl, I think I will not like you in this film but I love you in real life as always, but be ready to face me with all your power in this particular film.
- 2/5/2021
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
KOLLYWOODThe film, which also stars Shrinidhi Shetty, marks the debut of former cricketer Irrfan Pathan in the film industry. Digital NativeDigital NativeThe award-winning Kollywood actor Chiyaan Vikram and director Ajay Gnanamuthu are teaming up for a film, and expectations are high. Titled Cobra, the first look poster, which was released in June, features what appears to be Vikram in multiple avatars that he will be seen in, in the film. Now the makers have released the second look of the film on the occasion of Christmas. Cobra’s director Ajay Gnanamuthu shared the same on his social media page with the caption: “#CobraSecondLook #ChiyaanVikram @arrahman @SrinidhiShetty7 @IrfanPathan @Lalit_SevenScr @7screenstudio @dop_harish @theedittabl @dhilipaction @dancersatz @NavadeviR @KomalShahani @proyuvraaj @Kavithamarai @Lyricist_Vivek.” In the second look, Vikram is seen in a new avatar and the poster has a caption which reads, "Every problem has a mathematical solution." There are rumours that...
- 12/25/2020
- by AditiKumar
- The News Minute
KollywoodThe film was initially titled 'Salpetta'.Digital NativeFilmmaker Pa Ranjith, whose last release was superstar Rajinikanth starrer Kaala, joined hands with Arya for a film initially titled Salpetta. While the project marks the first time collaboration between the two, the first-look and the new title -- Sarpatta Parambarai -- was released by its makers on Wednesday. Sharing the first-look poster on his Twitter handle, Ranjith added what could possibly be a dialogue from the film. "We usually don't get opportunities that easily. This is our game. The one in front of you should feel the tremors. Come up and play... Kabila..." .@K9Studioz proudly presents the First Look of @arya_offl's #SarpattaParambarai A @beemji film இங்க வாய்ப்பு ‘ன்றது நம்முளுக்கு அவ்ளோ சீக்கிரம் கிடைக்கிறது இல்ல,,இது நம்ப ஆட்டம்..எதிர்ல ந...
- 12/2/2020
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
KollywoodStarring Arya in the lead, the film will explore the boxing clubs culture in North Madras in the 1990s.Digital NativeDigital NativeIf the industry grapevine is to be believed, the first look of Pa Ranjith’s upcoming boxing film, Salpetta, will be released this week. Reliable sources have confirmed that the first look poster will be unveiled on December 2 and the makers plan to get a popular celebrity to unveil it. The project, which will explore the boxing clubs culture in North Madras in the 1990s, marks Ranjith’s first-time collaboration with Arya, who has undergone an unbelievable transformation for the movie. The project also stars Kalaiarasan in a key role as a boxer. Dushara Vijayan plays the leading lady. Not long ago, rumours emerged that the project could be the Tamil remake of Anurag Kashyap’s Mukkabaaz, a story of a boxer from a backward community. It’s worth...
- 11/30/2020
- by Vidya
- The News Minute
KollywoodThe makers have also recently roped in Prakash Raj for a pivotal role.Digital NativeVishal and Arya, who had previously worked together in Bala’s Avan Ivan, have joined hands for the second time for filmmaker Anand Shankar’s upcoming Tamil action-thriller Enemy. The film’s title was officially unveiled on Wednesday and the project will see Arya play the antagonist. Announcing the title, Vishal tweeted: “It's final. My best friend @arya_offl is now my "Enemy". We have no choice, except to fight it out in a battle of epic proportion. Gonna be good. Gb (sic)”. It's final. My best friend @arya_offl is now my "Enemy".We have no choice, except to fight it out in a battle of epic proportion. gonna be good. Gb#Enemy @anandshank @vinod_offl @MusicThaman @MiniStudio_ @mirnaliniravi @RDRajasekar @RIAZtheboss @baraju_SuperHit pic.twitter.com/9jQ0RjLIJz — Vishal (@VishalKOfficial) November 25, 2020 The makers have also...
- 11/26/2020
- by Luke
- The News Minute
KollywoodTouted to be an action thriller, this untitled film is being bankrolled by Vinod Kumar under the banner Mini Studio.Digital NativeAnand Shankar will be directing a film with Vishal and Arya in the lead and Mirnalini Ravi has been signed up to play the female lead in it. The shooting of this film began a few weeks ago and the team had recently completed shooting a song sequence in Hyderabad. Touted to be an action thriller, this untitled film is being bankrolled by Vinod Kumar under the banner Mini Studio. Vishal was initially supposed to bankroll this film but he opted out due to budget issues. Sources in the know say that the budget of this project is on the higher side and despite trying his best, the director couldn’t bring it down. S Thaman is onboard to compose the tunes for this entertainer. Recently there were reports...
- 11/2/2020
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
KollywoodIt was nine years ago that Vishal and Arya had worked together in Bala’s 'Avan Ivan'.Digital NativeDigital NativeIt was rumoured a few months ago that Vishal and Arya are all set to join hands for a new project. It was finally announced on Tuesday that they will reunite for Anand Shankar’s next yet-untitled Tamil project after nine years since they worked together in Bala’s Avan Ivan. “As we get back to work, I’m glad and powered up to share with you that #VISHAL30 and #ARYA32 is going to be #ANANDSHANKAR4. Official announcement of the multi starrer will be made by our producer @vinod_offl (sic),” Anand tweeted. As we get back to work.. I’m glad and powered up to share with you that #VISHAL30 and #ARYA32 is going to be #ANANDSHANKAR4 Official announcement of the multi starrer will be made by our producer @vinod...
- 10/13/2020
- by Luke
- The News Minute
KollywoodThe song, which is available for streaming on Jio Saavn, sets the mood for a performance that precedes a gathering.Tnm Staff'Thumbi Thullal' from Vikram’s Cobra, composed by Ar Rahman and performed by Shreya Ghoshal and Nakul Abhayankar, is here to make your Monday better. While the lockdown due to the coronavirus pandemic has halted all film processes, Cobra’s team has decided to launch the audio of this song from the film’s album. Here's what's going to rule your playlists for a while! #ThumbiThullal from #Cobra out now https://t.co/N9YHiwJCUv#ChiyaanVikram @AjayGnanamuthu @arrahman @Lalit_SevenScr @7screenstudio @JioSaavn @shreyaghoshal @NakulAbhyankar @Lyricist_Vivek #Jithin#CobraOnJioSaavn pic.twitter.com/ctxDWTxj9a — Sony Music South (@SonyMusicSouth) June 29, 2020 The song, which is available for streaming on Jio Saavn, sets the mood for a performance that precedes a gathering. From the promotional images already shared, it can be inferred that...
- 6/29/2020
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
KollywoodThe team recently landed in Russia for a fifteen-day long schedule.Digital NativeActor Vikram’s next film is Cobra. The team recently landed in Russia for a fifteen-day long schedule despite news of Coronavirus outbreak. The team has now suspended the Russia schedule halfway, due to the coronavirus scare. Ajay Gnanamuthu, the film's director, posted on Twitter saying the team had to pack up shooting halfway due to the travel ban imposed by the Indian government. “Corona attack for #Cobra. Packing up shoot in Russia halfway due to the travel ban rules by Indian Government!! Pongaya neengalum Unga corona vum!!” reads his tweet. Cobra is Vikram’s 58th film and it marks the first-time collaboration between Vikram and Ajay. Ajay is best known for helming Demonte Colony and 2018’s Imaikkaa Nodigal starring Nayanthara. This new film is titled Cobra because it has a connection with Vikram’s character from the film.
- 3/13/2020
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
Tollywood The film is a remake of the Tamil movie ‘Jigarthanda’ which starred Siddharth and Bobby Simha. Tnm StaffYoutube/Screenshot The trailer for Tollywood star Varun Tej’s next film Valmiki was released on Monday and it shows the actor in an all new avatar. “Meet Gaddhala Konda Ganesh and gang,” tweeted the actor along with the link to the trailer of the film. With glimpses of Varun Tej as the ruthless rowdy ‘Gaddalakonda Ganesh’ interspersed with punch dialogues and action sequences, the film promises to be a full-fledged entertainer. The film, which is a remake of the 2014 Tamil film Jigarthanda, has Varun Tej playing Bobby Simha’s role from the original, and Atharvaa Murali reprising Siddharth’s character. Pooja Hegde appears to be playing the lead opposite Varun and actor Mirnalini Ravi plays the leading lady opposite Atharvaa. Varun was last seen in F2-Fun and Frustration alongside Venkatesh Daggubati,...
- 9/9/2019
- by Nimeshika
- The News Minute
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