Vijay’s 69th, and Possibly Last, Film Before Entering Politics Full Time Sets Director, Release Date
The 69th, and possibly last, film of popular Tamil-language cinema actor Vijay before he enters politics full time, has set a producer, director and release date.
The as-yet-untitled film will be directed by H. Vinoth, whose last three films “Nerkonda Paarvai” (2019), “Valimai” (2022), and “Thunivu” (2023) all starred Ajith Kumar. It will be produced by Venkat K. Narayana for Kvn Productions, with Jagadish Palanisamy and Lohith N.K. as co-producers. Kvn is currently producing Geethu Mohandas’ “Toxic – A Fairytale for Grown Ups” alongside “K.G.F.” star Yash’s Monster Mind Creations.
Anirudh Ravichander will compose the music. While no plot details have been provided, a line on the project’s announcement poster says: “The torch bearer of democracy. Arriving soon…” The film is due to release in October 2025 in the Tamil, Telugu and Hindi languages.
Vijay’s “The Greatest of All Time” is currently on release and has grossed more than $46.8 million. Over the latest weekend,...
The as-yet-untitled film will be directed by H. Vinoth, whose last three films “Nerkonda Paarvai” (2019), “Valimai” (2022), and “Thunivu” (2023) all starred Ajith Kumar. It will be produced by Venkat K. Narayana for Kvn Productions, with Jagadish Palanisamy and Lohith N.K. as co-producers. Kvn is currently producing Geethu Mohandas’ “Toxic – A Fairytale for Grown Ups” alongside “K.G.F.” star Yash’s Monster Mind Creations.
Anirudh Ravichander will compose the music. While no plot details have been provided, a line on the project’s announcement poster says: “The torch bearer of democracy. Arriving soon…” The film is due to release in October 2025 in the Tamil, Telugu and Hindi languages.
Vijay’s “The Greatest of All Time” is currently on release and has grossed more than $46.8 million. Over the latest weekend,...
- 9/16/2024
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
Geetu Mohandas’ Toxic Cast. (Photo Credit – Instagram)
Toxic is an action-packed movie featuring a stellar cast including Nayanthara and Kiara Advani who will play significant roles alongside Yash.
Sources indicate that Nayanthara will portray Yash’s sister while Kiara Advani will be his love interest. Additionally Huma Qureshi is set to play the main antagonist. The film will also include Tara Sutaria and Shruti Haasan in undisclosed roles.
Toxic is expected to be a story centered around a cartel based in Goa. The film’s official announcement was made earlier this year on Yash’s birthday. Initially there were reports that Kareena Kapoor Khan was set to play the lead role, likely as Yash’s elder sister. However she opted out and Nayanthara was brought in to replace her.
Trending Salaar And Kgf Fame Prashanth Neel Is All Set To Direct ‘Thunivu’ Star Ajith Kumar In Two Upcoming Films Nagarjuna...
Toxic is an action-packed movie featuring a stellar cast including Nayanthara and Kiara Advani who will play significant roles alongside Yash.
Sources indicate that Nayanthara will portray Yash’s sister while Kiara Advani will be his love interest. Additionally Huma Qureshi is set to play the main antagonist. The film will also include Tara Sutaria and Shruti Haasan in undisclosed roles.
Toxic is expected to be a story centered around a cartel based in Goa. The film’s official announcement was made earlier this year on Yash’s birthday. Initially there were reports that Kareena Kapoor Khan was set to play the lead role, likely as Yash’s elder sister. However she opted out and Nayanthara was brought in to replace her.
Trending Salaar And Kgf Fame Prashanth Neel Is All Set To Direct ‘Thunivu’ Star Ajith Kumar In Two Upcoming Films Nagarjuna...
- 7/24/2024
- by Vishnu Priya
- KoiMoi
Thalapathy 69: Thalapathy Vijay’s Massive Remuneration Forces Rrr Producer To Quit The Film? ( Photo Credit – Instagram; IMDb )
Thalapathy Vijay sent shockwaves across his fandom and even the Kollywood industry by announcing he’s quitting films to enter full-time politics. However, before engaging himself completely in politics, the superstar informed his fans that he’d be completing his already committed projects. Out of these already committed projects, one is The Greatest Of All Time, and the other one is his 69th film. Now, there’s one important update coming in about the latter one.
As Vijay reportedly has only two films in the kitty, fans are emotional and excited to watch their beloved star on the big screen. Both films are carrying an immense buzz around themselves and are expected to set the box office on fire whenever they arrive in theatres. For the same reason, it was learned that...
Thalapathy Vijay sent shockwaves across his fandom and even the Kollywood industry by announcing he’s quitting films to enter full-time politics. However, before engaging himself completely in politics, the superstar informed his fans that he’d be completing his already committed projects. Out of these already committed projects, one is The Greatest Of All Time, and the other one is his 69th film. Now, there’s one important update coming in about the latter one.
As Vijay reportedly has only two films in the kitty, fans are emotional and excited to watch their beloved star on the big screen. Both films are carrying an immense buzz around themselves and are expected to set the box office on fire whenever they arrive in theatres. For the same reason, it was learned that...
- 4/12/2024
- by Shalmesh More
- KoiMoi
“Rrr” star Ram Charan’s 16th film, currently identified as “RC16,” was launched on Wednesday by his father, Telugu-language cinema megastar Chiranjeevi.
The film has been described as one that will take audiences on a “rural, emotional and rustic journey.” It will be directed by Buchi Babu Sana, who won the best Telugu-language film award at India’s National Film Awards for his debut “Uppena” (2021). Sana previously served as a writer and assistant director to “Pushpa” filmmaker Sukumar on hit film “Rangasthalam” (2018).
“RC16” is being produced by Venkata Satish Kilaru for Vriddhi Cinemas and is presented by Mythri Movie Makers and Sukumar via his Sukumar Writings. Janhvi Kapoor (“Mili”) will star alongside Charan. Oscar-winning composer A.R. Rahman (“Slumdog Millionaire”) will provide the music. Chandrabose, who wrote the Oscar and Golden Globe-winning “Naatu Naatu” song in “Rrr” will write the lyrics. Cinematography is by R. Rathnavelu (“Rangasthalam”), editing is by Antony L. Ruben...
The film has been described as one that will take audiences on a “rural, emotional and rustic journey.” It will be directed by Buchi Babu Sana, who won the best Telugu-language film award at India’s National Film Awards for his debut “Uppena” (2021). Sana previously served as a writer and assistant director to “Pushpa” filmmaker Sukumar on hit film “Rangasthalam” (2018).
“RC16” is being produced by Venkata Satish Kilaru for Vriddhi Cinemas and is presented by Mythri Movie Makers and Sukumar via his Sukumar Writings. Janhvi Kapoor (“Mili”) will star alongside Charan. Oscar-winning composer A.R. Rahman (“Slumdog Millionaire”) will provide the music. Chandrabose, who wrote the Oscar and Golden Globe-winning “Naatu Naatu” song in “Rrr” will write the lyrics. Cinematography is by R. Rathnavelu (“Rangasthalam”), editing is by Antony L. Ruben...
- 3/20/2024
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
Anupama Actor Rituraj Singh Passes Away Of Cardiac Arrest(Photo Credit –Twitter/Instagram)
The industry woke up to a shock on Tuesday morning when the news of actor Rituraj Singh’s death broke. The actor was last seen in Star Plus’s popular show Anupamaa, where he played Yashpal Dhillon, owner of Spice and Chutney and Anupamaa‘s boss in the serial. The actor was known for his roles in Hitler Didi, Jyoti, Laado 2, Warrior High, and others.
Singh died at the age of 59 due to a cardiac arrest. His friend and actor Amit Behl confirmed his demise. Confirming his demise, the actor was quoted by The Daily Star, “Yes, he passed away due to cardiac arrest. He was admitted to a hospital some time back for treatment of his pancreas, returned home, and then faced some cardiac complications. He eventually passed away.”
Rituraj Singh was a member of Barry...
The industry woke up to a shock on Tuesday morning when the news of actor Rituraj Singh’s death broke. The actor was last seen in Star Plus’s popular show Anupamaa, where he played Yashpal Dhillon, owner of Spice and Chutney and Anupamaa‘s boss in the serial. The actor was known for his roles in Hitler Didi, Jyoti, Laado 2, Warrior High, and others.
Singh died at the age of 59 due to a cardiac arrest. His friend and actor Amit Behl confirmed his demise. Confirming his demise, the actor was quoted by The Daily Star, “Yes, he passed away due to cardiac arrest. He was admitted to a hospital some time back for treatment of his pancreas, returned home, and then faced some cardiac complications. He eventually passed away.”
Rituraj Singh was a member of Barry...
- 2/20/2024
- by Trisha Gaur
- KoiMoi
Netflix has revealed a lineup of nine titles as part of its licensed Tamil-language film slate for 2024.
Ajith Kumar headlines Lyca Productions’ “VidaaMuyarchi,” directed by Magizh Thirumeni. Lyca is also the company behind S. Shankar’s keenly anticipated “Indian 2,” starring Kamal Haasan, a sequel to 1996 blockbuster “Indian.”
Vikram leads Studio Green’s “Thangalaan,” directed by Pa. Ranjith, while Vijay Sethupathi stars in Passion Studios’ “Maharaja,” directed by Nithilan Saminathan. Keerthy Suresh plays the title role in Passion Film Factory and The Route’s “Revolver Rita,” directed by K. Chandru. Dream Warrior Pictures’ “Kannivedi” also stars Suresh and is directed by Ganeshraj.
Sony Pictures International Productions’s debut in Tamil-language cinema currently identified as “SK21,” starring Sivakarthikeyan and Sai Pallavi, is also part of the Netflix lineup. Sony is producing alongside Kamal Haasan‘s Raaj Kamal Films International and the film is co-produced by God Bless Entertainment, with Haasan and R. Mahendran serving as producers.
Ajith Kumar headlines Lyca Productions’ “VidaaMuyarchi,” directed by Magizh Thirumeni. Lyca is also the company behind S. Shankar’s keenly anticipated “Indian 2,” starring Kamal Haasan, a sequel to 1996 blockbuster “Indian.”
Vikram leads Studio Green’s “Thangalaan,” directed by Pa. Ranjith, while Vijay Sethupathi stars in Passion Studios’ “Maharaja,” directed by Nithilan Saminathan. Keerthy Suresh plays the title role in Passion Film Factory and The Route’s “Revolver Rita,” directed by K. Chandru. Dream Warrior Pictures’ “Kannivedi” also stars Suresh and is directed by Ganeshraj.
Sony Pictures International Productions’s debut in Tamil-language cinema currently identified as “SK21,” starring Sivakarthikeyan and Sai Pallavi, is also part of the Netflix lineup. Sony is producing alongside Kamal Haasan‘s Raaj Kamal Films International and the film is co-produced by God Bless Entertainment, with Haasan and R. Mahendran serving as producers.
- 1/17/2024
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
October is going to be a busy month for the Tamil film industry, as three of the most anticipated films are set to resume or start their shooting schedules. These films are:
Superstar Rajinikanth’s Thalaivar170: The film, which is yet to be titled, is the 170th film of the legendary actor Rajinikanth, who is fondly called as Thalaivar (Leader) by his fans. The film is directed by Tj Gnanavel, who has previously worked Jai Bhim. According to reports, Film will also feature Fahadh Faasil, Manju Warrier and Ritika Singh in main leads. The film is slated for a summer 2024 release. Rajinikanth’s previous outing, Jailer (2023), was an ultra blockbuster, earning over Rs. 600 crore at the worldwide box office. Movie announced by Lyca Productions, one of the biggest productions in Tamil Nadu. According to reports, the film will be called Vettaiyan. Official announcement for the film will be made shortly.
Superstar Rajinikanth’s Thalaivar170: The film, which is yet to be titled, is the 170th film of the legendary actor Rajinikanth, who is fondly called as Thalaivar (Leader) by his fans. The film is directed by Tj Gnanavel, who has previously worked Jai Bhim. According to reports, Film will also feature Fahadh Faasil, Manju Warrier and Ritika Singh in main leads. The film is slated for a summer 2024 release. Rajinikanth’s previous outing, Jailer (2023), was an ultra blockbuster, earning over Rs. 600 crore at the worldwide box office. Movie announced by Lyca Productions, one of the biggest productions in Tamil Nadu. According to reports, the film will be called Vettaiyan. Official announcement for the film will be made shortly.
- 10/1/2023
- by CineArticles Editorial Team
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Ajith Kumar, the Tamil superstar, is all set to begin the shooting of his upcoming film Vidaa Muyarchi, directed by Magizh Thirumeni. The film, which was announced on Ajith’s birthday on May 1, 2023, has been creating a lot of buzz among his fans and the media. The title of the film means determination in Tamil, and the tagline of the film is ‘Efforts Never Fail’12
According to sources, the crew members of Vidaa Muyarchi have already flown to Abu Dhabi on Sunday (September 24) for the preparation work. The rest of the cast will join them in a couple of days. The film will be shot extensively in Abu Dhabi and Azerbaijan, which are said to be the prime locations for the film34
The film is produced by Lyca Productions, which has previously bankrolled Ajith’s films such as Vivegam and Viswasam. The music for the film is composed by Anirudh Ravichander,...
According to sources, the crew members of Vidaa Muyarchi have already flown to Abu Dhabi on Sunday (September 24) for the preparation work. The rest of the cast will join them in a couple of days. The film will be shot extensively in Abu Dhabi and Azerbaijan, which are said to be the prime locations for the film34
The film is produced by Lyca Productions, which has previously bankrolled Ajith’s films such as Vivegam and Viswasam. The music for the film is composed by Anirudh Ravichander,...
- 9/26/2023
- by CineArticles Editorial Team
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Ajith Kumar, who was last seen in the action thriller Thunivu, is all set to start his next project, titled VidaaMuyarchi, with director Magizh Thirumeni. The film, which was officially announced on Ajith’s birthday on May 1, is expected to be a high-octane action drama with a strong message. The film will be produced by Lyca Productions and will have music by Anirudh Ravichander.
According to the latest reports, the film will have two prominent villains, who will lock horns with Ajith in the film. Bollywood star Sanjay Dutt, who is making his Tamil debut with Vijay’s Leo, has been confirmed to play the main antagonist in VidaaMuyarchi. He will join the shooting of the film from next month in Abu Dhabi, where some crucial sequences will be filmed1
Another interesting addition to the cast is Bigg Boss Tamil winner Arav, who has been roped in to play the second villain in the film.
According to the latest reports, the film will have two prominent villains, who will lock horns with Ajith in the film. Bollywood star Sanjay Dutt, who is making his Tamil debut with Vijay’s Leo, has been confirmed to play the main antagonist in VidaaMuyarchi. He will join the shooting of the film from next month in Abu Dhabi, where some crucial sequences will be filmed1
Another interesting addition to the cast is Bigg Boss Tamil winner Arav, who has been roped in to play the second villain in the film.
- 9/21/2023
- by CineArticles Editorial Team
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Exclusive: Lacking big South Indian releases on the scale of Rrr and the K.G.F. franchise, India’s box office was down by 15% in the first half of 2023, compared to the same period last year, pulling in $592.68M (Rs48.68Bn), according to figures from India’s Ormax Media.
Yash Raj Films’ Hindi-language action pic Pathaan, starring Shah Rukh Khan, was the highest-grossing film in India during this period, taking $78.65M and accounting for 13% of overall box office. It was followed by multi-lingual action film Adipurush, which grossed $40.54M, and Hindi drama The Kerala Story with $32.02M.
Both Adipurush and The Kerala Story were endorsed by India’s ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (Bjp) but both have proved controversial. Adipurush, based on Indian epic Ramayana, crashed at the box office after a strong start with audiences criticizing its VFX, as well as its treatment of one of Hinduism’s most important texts.
Yash Raj Films’ Hindi-language action pic Pathaan, starring Shah Rukh Khan, was the highest-grossing film in India during this period, taking $78.65M and accounting for 13% of overall box office. It was followed by multi-lingual action film Adipurush, which grossed $40.54M, and Hindi drama The Kerala Story with $32.02M.
Both Adipurush and The Kerala Story were endorsed by India’s ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (Bjp) but both have proved controversial. Adipurush, based on Indian epic Ramayana, crashed at the box office after a strong start with audiences criticizing its VFX, as well as its treatment of one of Hinduism’s most important texts.
- 7/17/2023
- by Liz Shackleton
- Deadline Film + TV
EntertainmentThe yet-to-be-titled film is assumed to be a political feature, and the announcement video was accompanied by the caption ‘Rise to rule’.Actor Kamal Haasan has announced his next film with director H Vinoth of Valimai fame through a video. The yet-to-be-titled film is assumed to be a political feature, and the announcement video was accompanied by the caption ‘Rise to rule’. In the video, Kamal is seen holding a burning torch and leading what looks like a people’s movement. It is interesting here to note that Kamal Haasan is also a politician in real life, and his party symbol is a torchlight. The film will be produced by Kamal’s own production company Raaj Kamal Films International. This will be the actor’s 233rd film, and further details of the film are yet to be announced. And it begins…#RKFI52 #KH233 #RISEtoRULE #HVinoth #Mahendran @Rkfi @turmericmediaTM @magizhmandram pic.
- 7/4/2023
- by Balakrishna
- The News Minute
Exclusive: India’s Zee Studios and Roy Kapur Films are collaborating on an action thriller featuring Shahid Kapoor in the lead.
The as-yet-untitled film will be directed by Rosshan Andrrews, known for Malayalam blockbusters such as Salute and Kayamkulam Kochunni, making his first foray into Hindi-language film. The project also marks the first time that Zee Studios and Roy Kapur Films have worked together.
Scheduled to start shooting in the second half of 2023, the film revolves around a brilliant yet rebellious police officer who uncovers a web of deceit and betrayal while investigating a high-profile case.
Kapoor is known for his roles in blockbusters and critically-acclaimed films including Haider (2014), Udta Punjab (2016), Padmaavat (2018) and Kabir Singh (2019), and recently made his streaming debut with Farzi.
Zee Studios is one of India’s biggest production and distribution studios with recent big-ticket releases including Thunivu and Raksha Bandhan. The company is also building a...
The as-yet-untitled film will be directed by Rosshan Andrrews, known for Malayalam blockbusters such as Salute and Kayamkulam Kochunni, making his first foray into Hindi-language film. The project also marks the first time that Zee Studios and Roy Kapur Films have worked together.
Scheduled to start shooting in the second half of 2023, the film revolves around a brilliant yet rebellious police officer who uncovers a web of deceit and betrayal while investigating a high-profile case.
Kapoor is known for his roles in blockbusters and critically-acclaimed films including Haider (2014), Udta Punjab (2016), Padmaavat (2018) and Kabir Singh (2019), and recently made his streaming debut with Farzi.
Zee Studios is one of India’s biggest production and distribution studios with recent big-ticket releases including Thunivu and Raksha Bandhan. The company is also building a...
- 5/25/2023
- by Liz Shackleton
- Deadline Film + TV
ControversyFollowing the allegations of not getting the required permits, the district Collector of Tenkasi, Durai Ravichandran, directed the film crew to stop the shooting.Upcoming Dhanush movie Captain Miller has courted controversy over allegations of not seeking required permission from the forest and the public works department for shooting. Residents of Kalakkad Mundanthurai Tiger Reserve (Kmtr) have also alleged to Tnie that they are being denied access to the tracts of government land that they have traditionally been using for cattle grazing. According to the report in Tnie from April 25, the filmmakers have employed private security guards to keep residents of nearby villages away. Residents have also alleged that local wildlife such as sambar deer, which are often seen in the area currently being used for shooting, have stopped visiting due to the high-intensity lights used on sets. Following the allegations, the district Collector of Tenkasi, Durai Ravichandran, directed the...
- 4/27/2023
- by BharathyS
- The News Minute
MollywoodThe trailer, which released on Sunday, March 19, suggests a comedy, with the lead characters apparently vying for elections and making their mark in politics.In what appears to be a story of sibling rivalry, actors Manju Warrier and Soubin Shahir are at each other's throats for the length of a new trailer. The film is Vellaripattanam directed by Mahesh Vettiyaar. The trailer, which released on March 19, Sunday, suggests a comedy, with the lead characters apparently vying to make their mark in politics. Mahesh Vettiyar, a cartoonist and filmmaker known for animation films such as Swami Ayyappan and Jil Jil Genie, is making his Malayalam live action debut with Vellaripattanam. He has written the script with Sarath Krishna. Alex J Pulickal has done the cinematography and Appu Bhattathiri is the editor. Music comes from Sachin Shankor Mannath. A short while ago, the team released a song from the film, ‘Arikeyonu kandoru neram.
- 3/20/2023
- by Cris
- The News Minute
Exclusive: India’s Zee Studios, headed by CEO Shariq Patel, is starting to become a regular on the international film festival and TV market circuit.
The company recently attended the Rotterdam film festival, where it had Devashish Makhija’s Joram premiering in the Big Screen competition, and is now in Berlin where it has web series Brown selected for Berlinale Series Market Selects, and coming-of-age comedy drama Aatma Pamphlet premiering in Generation 14plus.
Directed by Abhinay Deo, Brown stars Karisma Kapoor as a detective and recovering alcoholic investigating the murder of a young woman from a well-connected family.
Marathi-language Aatma Pamphlet is the debut feature of Ashish Avinash Bende and tells the story of a young boy growing up amidst massive social and economic changes in 1990s India. Produced by Anand L. Rai’s Colour Yellow Productions, the film will have its world premiere at Berlin’s Zoo Palast on...
The company recently attended the Rotterdam film festival, where it had Devashish Makhija’s Joram premiering in the Big Screen competition, and is now in Berlin where it has web series Brown selected for Berlinale Series Market Selects, and coming-of-age comedy drama Aatma Pamphlet premiering in Generation 14plus.
Directed by Abhinay Deo, Brown stars Karisma Kapoor as a detective and recovering alcoholic investigating the murder of a young woman from a well-connected family.
Marathi-language Aatma Pamphlet is the debut feature of Ashish Avinash Bende and tells the story of a young boy growing up amidst massive social and economic changes in 1990s India. Produced by Anand L. Rai’s Colour Yellow Productions, the film will have its world premiere at Berlin’s Zoo Palast on...
- 2/20/2023
- by Liz Shackleton
- Deadline Film + TV
A 25-year-old youth, Khaleel Rahman of Poochinayikanpetti in Tamil Nadu’s Dindigul district was on Tuesday arrested after he tried to rob a bank in broad daylight. The youth tried to rob the Indian Overseas Bank, Thadikombu branch, in the district in the latest Ajith Kumar-starrer ‘Thunivu’.
He barged into the bank and kept the bank employees hostage. He used chilly powder, pepper spray, and a knife to rob the bank. He tied three bank employees using plastic tags. However, one of the employees broke himself free and alerted the local people.
People from the neighbourhood arrived in large numbers and overpowered Khaleel who was later handed over to the police.
The youth, according to local police, informed that he was depressed with life and tried to rob the bank after getting inspiration from the movie ‘Thunivu’ which portrays a bank heist.
The Dindigul West police have commenced investigation...
He barged into the bank and kept the bank employees hostage. He used chilly powder, pepper spray, and a knife to rob the bank. He tied three bank employees using plastic tags. However, one of the employees broke himself free and alerted the local people.
People from the neighbourhood arrived in large numbers and overpowered Khaleel who was later handed over to the police.
The youth, according to local police, informed that he was depressed with life and tried to rob the bank after getting inspiration from the movie ‘Thunivu’ which portrays a bank heist.
The Dindigul West police have commenced investigation...
- 1/24/2023
- by News Bureau
- GlamSham
KollywoodIn an interview with Cinema Vikatan, Varisu director Vamshi Paidipally responded to some of the criticism towards the film, including the derogatory comparison with TV serials. Tnm StaffTwitterResponding to criticism against his latest film Varisu starring Vijay, director Vamshi Paidipally said that his filmmaking is not intended for film critics. The filmmaker lamented that people criticising Varisu do not understand the hard work and sacrifice that go into the making of a film. In an interview with Cinema Vikatan uploaded to YouTube on Tuesday, January 17, the director analysed various aspects of the movie and also responded to the criticism it had garnered. When asked about critics who gave negative reviews to his film, the director said, “I do not disrespect critics. But my filmmaking is not for critics. I am here to make commercial films and my motivation is to make films for the audience.” Vamshi further said that the...
- 1/18/2023
- by AkchayaaR
- The News Minute
“Avatar: The Way of Water” stayed atop the U.K. and Ireland box office with £4.1 million (5.1 million) in its fifth weekend for a running total of £63.5 million, according to numbers from Comscore.
Universal’s “M3gan” and Disney’s “Empire of Light” opened strongly in second and third places with £2.3 million and £1.7 million respectively.
In fourth position, in its third weekend, Sony’s “Whitney Houston: I Wanna Dance With Somebody” continued its impressive box office run with £1.1 million and now has a total of £8.2 million. Another Sony title, “Matilda the Musical,” collected £857,293 in its fifth weekend for a total of £25 million, in fifth place.
There were three more debuts in the top 10. Ahimsa’s Tamil-language “Varisu,” starring Vijay, took £648,230 in seventh place; Universal’s awards season favorite “Tár,” starring Cate Blanchett, collected £394,649 in eighth position; and Dg tech’s Tamil-language “Thunivu,” starring Ajith Kumar, £273,277 in ninth.
There is a mid-week release this week,...
Universal’s “M3gan” and Disney’s “Empire of Light” opened strongly in second and third places with £2.3 million and £1.7 million respectively.
In fourth position, in its third weekend, Sony’s “Whitney Houston: I Wanna Dance With Somebody” continued its impressive box office run with £1.1 million and now has a total of £8.2 million. Another Sony title, “Matilda the Musical,” collected £857,293 in its fifth weekend for a total of £25 million, in fifth place.
There were three more debuts in the top 10. Ahimsa’s Tamil-language “Varisu,” starring Vijay, took £648,230 in seventh place; Universal’s awards season favorite “Tár,” starring Cate Blanchett, collected £394,649 in eighth position; and Dg tech’s Tamil-language “Thunivu,” starring Ajith Kumar, £273,277 in ninth.
There is a mid-week release this week,...
- 1/17/2023
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
OpinionBoth Ajith and Vijay have managed to stay at the top year after year. Their fans will not abandon them no matter how many terrible films they deliver. But is mediocrity the legacy they want to leave behind?Sowmya RajendranScreengrabsThe release of Ajith’s Thunivu and Vijay’s Varisu for Pongal was a highly anticipated box-office battle. The last time the two stars went against each other was for Pongal 2014, and everything from the trailer views to the advance booking and first day collections, was closely monitored, duly exaggerated, and predictably celebrated. But are these films the best these stars can deliver at this stage in their career? Ajith and Vijay are undoubtedly the biggest stars of their generation and they’ve worked hard to get where they are. It’s not easy to maintain your stronghold over the audience across decades, but both of them have managed to stay...
- 1/17/2023
- by MariaR
- The News Minute
Top stars feature in an 18-strong Tamil-language film slate that will bow on Netflix after theatrical release.
Several of the titles will also be made available on the service in the Tamil, Malayalam, Kannada and Hindi languages.
Dream Warrior Pictures has “Japan,” starring Karthi, directed by Rajumurugan, Studio Green has “Thangalaan,” starring Vikram, directed by Pa. Ranjith and Sithara Entertainments/Srikara Studios/ Fortune Four Cinemas, “Vaathi,” starring Dhanush, directed by Venky Atluri.
Lyca Productions has six films on the slate led by a project identified as “AK62,” the next film from Ajith Kumar, who currently has “Thunivu” on release. P. Vasu’s “Chandramukhi 2,” starring Raghava Lawrence, the sequel to the 2005 smash hit starring superstar Rajinikanth is also from Lyca, as are their untitled 18th production, starring Vidaarth and Yogi Babu and directed by T. Arulchezhian; their 20th production, starring Jai and Aishwarya Rajesh, directed by Rohin Venkatesan; and 24th production featuring Bharatiraja and Arulnithi,...
Several of the titles will also be made available on the service in the Tamil, Malayalam, Kannada and Hindi languages.
Dream Warrior Pictures has “Japan,” starring Karthi, directed by Rajumurugan, Studio Green has “Thangalaan,” starring Vikram, directed by Pa. Ranjith and Sithara Entertainments/Srikara Studios/ Fortune Four Cinemas, “Vaathi,” starring Dhanush, directed by Venky Atluri.
Lyca Productions has six films on the slate led by a project identified as “AK62,” the next film from Ajith Kumar, who currently has “Thunivu” on release. P. Vasu’s “Chandramukhi 2,” starring Raghava Lawrence, the sequel to the 2005 smash hit starring superstar Rajinikanth is also from Lyca, as are their untitled 18th production, starring Vidaarth and Yogi Babu and directed by T. Arulchezhian; their 20th production, starring Jai and Aishwarya Rajesh, directed by Rohin Venkatesan; and 24th production featuring Bharatiraja and Arulnithi,...
- 1/16/2023
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
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