Thalapathy Vijay

In a general body meeting held by the Tamil Nadu Theatre Owners Association yesterday, it was decided that the theatre owners would not extend support to any of the star hero Vijay's films until he compensates for the losses incurred by them for screening Kuruvi, Vettaikaran, Azhagiya Thamizh Magan, Villu and Sura. All these films did not do well as expected and hence the theatres suffered huge losses. Earlier, they had demanded that Vijay pay back 35 percent of the amount. This was brought to the actor's notice and he had said that he would announce a compensation package soon but failed to do so. Following this, the Theatre Owners have decided that they would not screen Vijay films.

The title of Vijay’s forthcoming film, which is a remake of Malayalam hit ‘Bodyguard’, is not ‘Kaavalkaran’ as guessed by many. The movie directed by Siddique has been named ‘Kaaval Kaadhal’. And this has been confirmed by no lesser person than Asin, who is the heroine of the film. “A major portion of ‘Kaaval Kaadhal’ has been shot. I am happy about the shaping up of the movie,” she said. The actress, who is making a reentry into south Indian cinema with this 51st film of Vijay, added: “Siddique is a highly respected director and Vijay is a top hero. Working with them is no doubt a delight.” Meanwhile, it is said that the muhurat of the actor’s next project, tentatively titled ‘Velayudham’, will be held at the Madras University Centenary Auditorium on July 15. “Around 10,000 Vijay fans are expected to attend the mega event,” sources say. Produced by Aascar Ravichandran, ‘Velayudham’ will be directed by ‘Jayam’ Raja.

Audio release of the Pandiraj directed Vamsam was held today in Sathyam cinemas, Chennai. Vamsam serves as the launch pad of Arulnidhi, the latest Gen Y entrant to Tamil cinema from the Kalaignar family. The event saw an impressive turn out of VVIPs from the State and Central Ministries and celebrities from the K town. CM Karunanidhi chaired the event and released the first audio to Suriya and Vijay. Interestingly, Suriya and Vijay shared the dais with the CM thus unwittingly replacing the age old custom of the two kingpins of Tamil cinema Rajinikanth and Kamalhassan sharing the podium with him in film events. The kingpins both were not present at the event. Suriya, who addressed the gathering, mentioned that he sees potential in Arulnidhi. “After seeing the songs and the trailer, I’m assured that Arulnidhi has what it takes to be a hero,” he said. Suriya also praised the CM on his abilities at his ripe age to pen screenplays. Vijay’s address was peppered with his a...

A Chennai court has asked the Crime Branch Police to submit a report after probing the allegations made by a petitioner on the remake rights of Vijay’s forthcoming film ‘ Kaavalkaran ’, directed by popular Malayalam director Siddique . In his petition, Johny Thomas of West Mambalam in Chennai has said that he had produced the Malayalam film ‘Bodyguard’ a couple of years ago and he was the actual owner of the film’s rights. “But without my knowledge, director Siddique is remaking the film in Tamil with Vijay playing the lead role. Since he has no legal rights to do so, the Court should order the police to register a case on him,” Johny Thomas said. When the case came up for hearing, the Eleventh Magistrate of Saidapet Court instructed the Crime Branch Police to conduct detail investigations on the allegations made by Johny Thomas and submit a report to the Court.

With almost every grandson in the family of Chief Minister M. Karunanidhi foraying into tinsel town, Arulnidhi isn’t an elision. The newcomer is all set for the release of his debut film ‘Vamsam’ that is directed by ‘Pasanga’ fame Pandiraj. Produced by Arulnidhi’s father M.K. Tamizharasu, the film’s shooting has been completed now.Chief Minister Kalainyar M. Karunanidhi will be releasing the film’s music on this Friday (July 2) at Sathyam Cinemas with actors Vijay and Surya receiving the first copies. Tamil Film Producers Council President Ramanarayanan, lyric writer Vaali and Sasikumar will be guests of honor.Mahesh Muthusamy (Camera), Taj Noor (Music), Yoga Bhaskar (Editing), Vaali, Na. Muthukumar, Eknath and Pandiraj (Lyrics), Dinesh-Raju (Choreography), Siva (Stunts) are the technicians having worked in this film.

What happens when a best meets worst? Here’s a big illustration that is likely to happen herein Chennai. Vijay’s previous films have been flunking down terribly at box office and he has decided to make powerful movies from now on. The first will be ‘Kavalkaran’ that in no way will be the same as his previous film and the next one if ‘Velayudham’. The sources closer to producer Aascar Ravichandran have left a buzz that Hollywood superstar Jackie Chan will launch the film at Nehru Indoor Stadium. We aren’t sure about this fact as the actor may or may not attend the occasion. Last time Aascar Ravichandran had nearly spent Rs 4.5Crores for audio launch of Kamal Haasan’s Dasavatharam. Since, there haven’t been any big releases from Vijay or Aascar Ravichandran; it looks like the plans maybe quite bigger this time.

It was reported earlier that directorSeeman is gearing up to directIlayathalapathy Vijay for his 53rd film and it has been tentatively titled as‘Kobam’. But now, it is said that it has been changed as ‘Pagalavan’ which will be produced by Kalaipuli S Dhanuunder V Creations banner. The director Seeman said “It will have Vijay working for the fire brand for the first time. True to its title ‘Pagalavan’, this film will also show its anger against the non-performing system which is glitter out side but rotten inside. It will have progressive messages relevant for the youth and well wisher of the land today.” Sources say that currently the pre production works are going on and the discussions are being made on the script. It is also heard that Vijay will be seen as a doctor who treats the Eelam Tamils who were cruelly suppressed by the Lankan armed forces last year.