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Post ‘Santosh Subramaniyam’, Genelia is going places. Having played the role of a bubbly and young innocent role in ‘Santosh Subramaniam’ with ease, the actress is smiling all the way with offers coming her way in Tamil, Telugu and Hindi industry. ‘Santosh Subramaniyam’, a remake of Telugu hit ‘Bommarillu’, featured Genelia as the female lead in both the languages. A thrilled Genelia says, ' I never knew that I would emote so well, until I worked in ‘Bommarillu’ and ‘Santosh Subramaniyam’. I don’t want to do heroine-centric films. If I have a meaty role, I am ready to grab it'. Genelia has been assigned to do three films in Hindi. They include a remake of ‘Santosh Subramaniyam’ opposite Harman, a movie with Aamir's nephew and another directed by Priyadharshan'.

Speaking at the audio release function of the Telugu movie ‘Bujjigadu – Made In Chennai’, Rajinikanth, said, 'Puri Jaganath introduced Kannada matinee idol Rajkumar's on to silver screen. Chiranjeevi's son is shaping his career in filmdom under the able guidance of Puri Jaganath. Had I had a son, I would have ensured that he is introduced to cinema by Jaganath'. On taking part in the function, he said, ' normally I am choosy on attending public functions. However when I was approached for this event, I told to them to have a gala function at Andhra Club.' He expressed his confidence that the movie starring Prabhas, Trisha and Mohan Babu would go on to become a big hit. Trisha, Priyamani, Sanjana were among those present on the occasion.

It is the season of actresses playing journalists on screen. Nayantara dons the role of a television journalist in ‘Sathyam’ opposite Vishal, while Asin donned a similar role in ‘Vel’ opposite Suriya. Now it is the turn of Keerat to play an investigative journalist in ‘Dhurai’ alongside Arjun. Directed by A Venkatesh, the movie went to floors recently. Initially Padmapriya was slated to play the heroine. However she was replaced by Keerat at the last moment.

Garnering all attention at the audio-launch of the movie ‘Kuruvi’ was Trisha. The ravishing young actress clad in black dress, was bubbling with enthusiasm and smile. Trisha has special reasons to smile. She is awaiting the release of ‘Kuruvi’ opposite Vijay, besides her hands are full with movies in Tamil and Telugu. She is busy with director Radha Mohan's ‘Abhiyum Nannum’ would be shooting soon for Gautham Menon's film in Tamil besides a movie titled ‘Bujjigadu - Made in China’ in Telugu.

All eyes are now focused on the magnum opus ‘Dasavadharam’ starring Kamal Haasan in ten different roles. Hitherto quiet about the film, the actor finally managed to divulge some details about the much-hyped movie produced by Oscar Ravichandran and directed by K S Ravikumar. The humor and fun of ‘Michael Madana Kamarajan’, the sadness of ‘Mahanadhi’, the emotions of ‘Thevar Magan’ and ‘Hey Ram’ are all woven into a screenplay that never loses sight of audience entertainment in ‘Dasavadharam’,' said Kamal Haasan on ‘Dasavadharam’. The versatile actor has said that the film uses a complex story-telling technique. At the same time, he assures that everything was put in simple terms. 'Dasavatharam has a lot of Al Gore in it, and also Ramanujar', he says. 'There are 10 characters and each one would be different and unique'.

The success of ‘Anjathay’ has made Narain happy. He donned an action hero in the movie. As a result, the actor is now in search of action roles. 'Doing an action hero is the easiest way to reach the masses. I understood it literally in ‘Anjathay’, as the response was simply stunning. Also, my wife too wants me to see as an action hero. Hence this decision,' he says. Meanwhile, it is said Narain has been reportedly flooded by offers from both Kollywood and Malluwood.

Bollywood bombshell Kangana Ranaut says that her heart always beats for Kollywood. Making her debut in Tamil opposite Jayam Ravi in ‘Dhaam Dhoom’, she says she loves to work in Kollywood. 'People are so professional in Tamil industry. They are punctual. This is so different from Mumbai films,' says the actress while saying a big 'yes' when asked whether she like to do more Tamil films. On the demise of director Jeeva during the shoot of ‘Dhaam Dhoom’, the actress says, 'I'm here today only because of him. His sudden death has created a void. We all miss him a lot. He was responsible for my career in Tamil.'

Aneez, wife of cinematographer - director Jeeva, managed to complete ‘Dhaam Dhoom’ following the demise of Jeeva in Russia recently. Now that the movie is completed and ready for release, Aneez is contemplating to begin her next. Buzz is that her movie would feature Nithin Sathya and Lakshmi Rai in lead roles. Produced by Aneez, the movie would be directed by Sreenath, a former associate of Jeeva. Nithin Sathya is slowly emerging a sought-after name in the industry. The success of ‘Chennai 600028’ and ‘Sathumpodathay’ has propelled his career. He is currently acting in three movies including ‘Raman Thediya Seethai’ alongside Cheran.

Saravanan starrer ‘Vanakamna’ was caught in the controversy even before the movie could hit the floors. The reason being protests from, few Hindu organizations for denigrating Hindu Gods in the invitations for the movie's muhurrat. The movie which was supposed to hit the floors on Wednesday carried photograph of Saravanan dressed as Lord Rama. Alleging that those photographers were aimed at insulting Lord Rama, a few Hindu organizations announced to go on a protest against the movie. Fearing possible repercussion, the muhurrat was called off at the last moment. Senior police officials too visited the spot. However both the producer and director of the movie stated that they in no way wanted to insult any faith.

Remember Gayathri Raghuram, the daughter of veteran choreographer Raghuram, she ventured to play female lead in several films in the early 2000. However a string of failures forced her to quit acting and enter wedlock. She got married and settled abroad. After a brief interval, she is back in Kollywood to follow her father's footsteps. Gayathri Raghuram is handling choreography for a song in ‘Anandhathandavam’. She is flooded with lots of offers besides hitting a dance show in a popular Tamil satellite channel.

Nithin Sathya is steadily and securely climbing the ladder of success! He began doing small roles in films when he got into the film field. From the film 'Chennai 28' he started getting the much-needed attention that every person in the cine field yearns. Nithin's character in 'Chennai 28' took his status in the film industry up by a few more notches. 'Satham Podadhey', too won him a good name. The film starred Prithviraj and Padmapriya in the lead roles where Nithin got to play a character with a negative shade. This film proved his stature as an actor who could portray any type of character. Lately this rising star has been spotted immensely happy, the reason? Nithin Sathya has been signed for a film with none that ‘S’ pictures of director Shankar. The actor too has confirmed signing the film, though he has mentioned that he will divulge the other facts surrounding the film at a later date. This has come as a very happy tiding for Nithin Sathya who feels blessed to have just stepped into director Shankar's office!

The latest buzz doing rounds in Kollywood is that Sneha will be playing Sarath Kumar's mother in K S Ravikumar's next directorial venture after ‘Dasavadharam’. Sources say there are two Sarath Kumar in the movie and Sneha plays senior Sarath's wife. The junior (son) Sarath will have Shreya shaking her legs with him. Sarath's ‘1977’, directed by Dinesh Kumar, is nearing completion and would be released very soon.

Sakthi Chidambaram will be off to Bangkok for the story discussion of his next venture ‘Idi’ starring Sundar C again. Both Sundar C and Sakthi Chidambaram have teamed up for ‘Sanda’, which is doing brisk business at the box office. Sundar C has clarified that shooting for ‘Idi’ would kick off once he completes ‘Ayudham Seivom’, ‘Perumal’, ‘Thee’ among others. Plans are on to rope in Vijayashanthi for ‘Idi’. Sakthi Chidambaram meanwhile stated that he would henceforth do only action-packed films with mass commercial elements.

Premji Amaran, son of veteran film personality Gangai Amaran, has emerged the toast of Kollywood. After a successful outing as actor in ‘Chennai 600028’, he has emerged an actor to reckon with in the industry today. Currently busy part of his brother Vebnkat Prabhu's next venture ‘Saroja’, Premji has his handful. His ‘Thozha’ and ‘Santosh Subramaniyam’ hit the screens recently. His comical performance in both the films clicked well and he was appreciated. Premji good at scoring music also came up with tunes for ‘Thozha’ and were welcomed well by the masses. According to Venkat Prabhu, 'Premji has a tremendous potential and will sure emerge a top actor soon. ‘Saroja’ will showcase him in a different way'.

The shooting for Arjun starrer ‘Durai’ is on at a rapid pace. The movie directed by A Venkatesh features ‘Vattaram’ fame Keerath Bhattal opposite Arjun together for the first time. Gajala is also in the cast. Venkatesh and Arjun had earlier teamed up for a movie titled ‘Vathiyar’, which had story and screenplay by Arjun himself. Quite similarly, Durai would have story and screenplay by Arjun. Supposedly an action-packed entertainer, the movie would have all commercial elements quite typical of a Venkatesh movie. Arjun is on a high after the stupendous success in his last ‘Marudhamalai’.

The much-awaited audio of Vijay's ‘Kuruvi’ will hit the stands on 16 April. Expectations are high on the album, since Vidyasagar, Dharani and Vijay come together after tasting success in ‘Ghilli’. To be released by ANAK audios in India and Ayngaran International abroad, ‘Kuruvi’ has five songs. Remember the pop singer Yogi B, who swayed the hearts of music-lovers rendering a popular remix in Dhanush starrer ‘Polladhavan’. He is back to sing a number in ‘Kuruvi’. Produced by Udhayanidhi Stalin, the movie features Trisha in female lead.

Actor Raghuvaran's sudden demise sent shockwaves in the industry last month and the shooting for three movies (‘Indira Vizha’, ‘Kanthaswamy’ and ‘Adada Enna Azhagu’) almost came to a standstill, since Raghuvaran was assigned to play prominent roles in them. Now the films are back on track with replacements for Raghuvaran finalised. Director Rajeshwar has managed to rope in Nasser for Raghuvaran in ‘Indira Vizha’. Sarath Kumar has been urged to act in ‘Adada Enna Azhagu’, while Susi ganesan is zeroing on a popular Telugu actor for ‘Kanthaswamy’. Raghuvaran's absence has certainly left a void in the industry. His mastery in performing roles with controlled ease and elan had won him many admirers.

The latest buzz doing rounds in Kollywood is that Kamal Haasan might play a pivotal role in director Manirathnam's next movie starring Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai. To be made simultaneously in Tamil and Hindi, the movie would have musical score by A R Rahman. Kamal Haasan has been approached to do a prominent character in the film. Manirathnam and Kamal Haasan had last worked together in ‘Nayagan’. The movie was a big hit and was critically acclaimed too. The film, based on a real life incident, managed to find a place in Top 100 Movie's of the Times List.

Sarath Kumar is as busy a person can be, maintaining a decent balance between his film careers as well as fulfilling the demands on the political front. Seems like time management is the key! Sarath Kumar is all set to begin his next venture with director K.S. Ravikumar. We had already informed you that Sneha has been signed for this film as the heroine. There is a latest development with regards to the cast of this film. One more addition to the film is actress Shriya who was recently confirmed as the other heroine for this project. This picture that has yet not been titled is being produced by Radhika Sarath Kumar's Radaan pictures as well as Sun TV. This picture has a couple of brownie points too. One is that director K.S. Ravikumar will be directing this venture and the other is that Sarath Kumar is believed to be donning a dual role for this project. If we track back to the past Sarath Kumar's dual-role projects like 'Suryavansam' and 'Natpukaga' both have been super hits. Not only that all Sarath-Ravi Kumar projects too have been crowd pullers. With this film having two positive sentiments, it is most likely that it will be a super hit like this hero's other ventures. We wish this team the best of luck in this venture and expect a wholesome entertainer from the experts!