TN Government has powers to stop film screening: Apex court Thursday, June 29, 2006 | Nayan
The Tamil Nadu government told the Madras High Court that it had powers under the Cinematography Act, 1952, to stop the screening of the film 'The Da Vinci Code'."The state had the powers to decide on exhibiting a film during exigencies post certification," government pleader P Wilson told the court. In a counter affidavit filed on behalf of the Deputy Secretary of the state Home department and City Police Commissioner, he said that the purpose of Section 13 of Cinematography Act, 1952 was to deal with exigencies after certification of a film. The petitioners had not challenged this act, he pointed out, seeking dismissal of the petition by Sony Pictures, which possesses the right to release the film in the country.
Salman Khan praised Tamil hero Vikram Thursday, June 29, 2006 | Nayan
This could be a possibility soon. Salman Khan worked in the remake of tamil film Sethu as Tere Naam. Recently the actor saw Anniyan in the hindi version and was impressed with Vikram's histrionics. He praised Vikram thoroughly and Ajay Devagun and Saif Ali Khan joined the list too. Seeing the craze he's generating in bollywood, filmmakers are already considering to make films with this south indian star.
Chiranjeevi to act in Rajinikanth's movie? Thursday, June 29, 2006 | Nayan
We all know how Rajini produced and starred film bombed at the box office. He returned 90 per cent of the money to all his buyers and distributors and earned blessings. In that film Rajinikant wanted Chiranjivi to play a special role but later decided against it because the role was not suitable to Chiranjivi's character.Though the audiences missed seeing two superstars together onscreen one hopes they get together soon. It will surely be a casting coup.
Nayanatara searching for good dietician Thursday, June 29, 2006 | Nayan
She travels to three different states to act in their films and is helluva busy person. In this busy schedule the onus is on her to keep herself beautiful even while going through the stress. Nayantara says she doesn't find time to go to the gym and work out but she eats just about anything. The only grub she avoids is ice creams, sweets and oily foods. Despite such a strict regimen, Nayana finds hard to lose weight, someone please give her a dietician's address.
Will Rajinikant's Sivaji could sold for 120 crores? Thursday, June 29, 2006 | Nayan
Definitely!! Rajinikant's Chandramukhi has collected over 100 crores. Not surprising since the superstar has fans all over the world. Weighing the success rate one feels that the film Sivaji could be sold for over 120 crores. But will the film collect so much money, cross the figure and give profits to so many buyers and distributors? Chandramukhi wasn't sold for such a huge amount and so were the collections were pleasant. A very good hindi film makes over 100 crores rarely that too once in few years so is it apt to hype a films' prospects?
Vikram call sheets full Thursday, June 29, 2006 | Nayan
Aniyam Vikram is an absolutely busy star but when he finds time he is capable of whipping up a meal in seconds and guess what his wife shares the same passion too. Vikram can make just about anything, from indian to chinese to continental and also is endowed with the fabulous gift..that is will power to shed off all the extra kilos after gorging on the delicacies and sumptuous food. No wonder he is the most sought after south indian hero.
Actress Gazala to act in Malayalam film Thursday, June 29, 2006 | Nayan
Actress Gazala who appeared in Telugu and Tamil films is virtually non existent these days. After her sorry love affair with a youngster, she took years to come out of an emotional mess. Because of that lousy suicide attempt she lost offers and later fell for another chap. He too denounced her and the actress sought her last refuge in her best friend...films. She tried doing some malayalam films. Heard she bagged an offer with star hero Dilip and hopes to last long at least there. All the best Gazala!
Jyothika presented precious stones to Chandramukhi choreographer Kala Friday, June 23, 2006 | Nayan
That special dance number Chandramukhi theme song...choreographed by Kala for Jyothika was appreciated by many. Chandramukhi is a priceless film in Jyothika's career. She is indebted to Kala because she had taught dance to a novice like her and made her perform like an accomplished dancer. In a sweet gesture the actress presented a bangle studded with 88 precious stones to her. Kala is now running a dance school.
Producer Kunjumon is out of jail on bail Friday, June 23, 2006 | Nayan
Producer Kunjumon is out of jail on bail. He was behind bars for giving his financier a bounced cheque. According to an agreement between Actor Vijay's father and him, Kunjumon agreed to work in five films with Vijay but he had actually worked in just two which had given him a loss of four crores. He wants the time period to be extended further. Vijay's father however says dates for five years have been alloted and now none can blame anyone in this matter.
Vijaykanth to launch agitation against NLC Friday, June 23, 2006 | Nayan
DMDK would launch an agitation against the Neyveli Lignite Corporation (NLC) if it shied away from giving jobs to villagers whose lands it had taken over, party's founder-leader Vijaykanth, MLA, said in a press conerence. Speaking to reporters, Vijaykanth said he submitted a petition to NLC chairman-cum managing director S Jayaraman last night seeking jobs, besides drinking water and proper roads for those residing in nearby villages under the NLC peripheral scheme. However, Jayaraman told him that the issue of providing jobs was pending before the court and no action could be taken as of now.
Nayanatara touches Simbu's feet Wednesday, June 21, 2006 | Nayan
Recently at Simbu's home production his father T Rajendran made an appearance. He is supposed to be doing a guest role in the film. The moment he came into the sets, the actress who is blessed with beauty and brains reached for his feet. She wanted his blessings of course. While the hero's father was more than pleased the unit present could help but marvel at her act.
Chennai will organise 'Tirukkural Festival 2006' Wednesday, June 21, 2006 | Nayan
To popularise Tirukkural, the literary wing of Shriram Ilakkiya Kazhagam will organise 'Tirukkural Festival 2006' in Chennai on July 22. A state-level elocution competition for school and college students in Tamil Nadu and Pondicherry will be held, a press release here said. The competition will be held at Vellore, Coimbatore, Salem, Tirunelveli and Madurai.
New engineering college bill soon: Ponmudi Wednesday, June 21, 2006 | Nayan
A policy governing engineering college admissions in Tamil Nadu is expected to be announced soon, State Higher Education Minister K Ponmudi said today. A bill in this regard is also on the cards, he told reporters here after a review meeting with vice-chancellors of various universities. Ponmudi said the discussions were in the final stage and an announcement could be expected soon. The meeting discussed the setting up of an University of Technology in the state and a couple of places identified for the university premises. It also discussed ways in which such universities could be set.
PR poll: Nominations reached its peak Saturday, June 17, 2006 | Nayan
The process of nominations has reached its peak in Anantapur district on as only one day is left for the last date. The process would conclude on Saturday. Thopudurthi Kavita tipped as the Congress nominee for the Zilla Parishad chairman’s post, reserved for women, was among the many candidates who filed their nominations during the day.Wife of senior Congressman Thopudurthi Bhaskar Reddy, Ms Kavita is well educated and hails from a prominent Communist family in Chittoor district. She is contesting as a ZPTC member from Raptadu mandal. Gorantla MLA Pamudurthi Ravindra Reddy’s wife Brundamma was among the prominent persons who filed their papers during the day.Altogether 186 nominations were filed for the ZPTCs in the district, while 2,003 nominations were filed for MPTCs.A peculiar situation prevailed in Kurnool district where not a single nomination was filed for at least 11 ZPTCs. Not a single nomination was filed for Tuggali ZPTC in Adoni revenue division and same was the case with the Atmakur ZPTC in Kurnool division.
AIADMK chief questions Karuna on Motorola MoU Friday, June 9, 2006 | Nayan
Former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Jayalalithaa questioned the action of the Karunanidhi government signing a Memorandum of Understandings with Motorola for manufacturing mobile handsets, which she said was only a segment of the original mega project conceived by her government. In a statement, she said when she was the Chief Minister, Foxconn, the largest electronic component manufacturer, signed a MoU with the Tamil Nadu government for setting up a special economic zone jointly with US telecom major Motorola with an investment of Rs 485 crore.But the present Rs 135 crore MoU was only for setting up a segment of her government's original project, she said. The MoU for the Foxconn project was signed in March 2006, she said adding that at a cabinet meeting, chaired by her before it was signed, it was decided to provide land to the Foxconn of which a certain portion was to be earmarked for Motorola, which would enter the project at a later stage. Referring to Union IT Minister Dayanidhi Maran's remark that the Tamil Nadu government was so fast that it completed the process in one day, she said that truth was that all the spadework was done by her government at "lightning speed with great efficiency" and MoU signed in March 2006, but was prevented for claiming credit for it by the Election Commission.
Kamal to begin "Marudanayagan" Friday, June 9, 2006 | Nayan
The magnum opus Marudanayagan which was shelved sorry put off for the time being for the want of funds is all set to begin again if everything goes right. The budget needed for the film is one crore and Kamal began the film years back. Some production house in Los Angeles happened to witness the partially picturised film and has consented to provide funds for the completion. Good news ahoy!
Rajini to act in French movie "Fredi Mon da Men" Thursday, June 8, 2006 | Nayan
Superstar Rajinikant will be soon called an international star as he is all set to appear in a guest role in a french film Fredi Mon da Men. A fight sequence in Muthu will be included in the french movie by the director. For this he had met the filmmakers of Muthu and sought their permission and last heard they got it. Not surprising when Rajini is getting an international status who would say no.
Chandramukhi broken records again Thursday, June 8, 2006 | Nayan
The Rajinikanth-starrer 'Chandramukhi' will be the inaugural film at the International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) awards to be held in Dubai from June 15-17. With a gross earning of over USD 2.5 million overseas, the superhit Tamil film has broken all records of Indian Cinema, an IIFA release said. For the first time in the seven-year long history of the coveted awards,a South Indian film has earned the honour of not only being screened at the show but also opening it. Director and Board member of IIFA, Ramesh Sippy, said IIFA, which had been a platform for popularising Indian cinema globally, will rpt will expand its scope to include the wealth of the South Indian cinema industry.
Karuna seeks UPA assistance Wednesday, June 7, 2006 | Nayan
The Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M Karunanidhi sought financial assistance from the UPA government for implementing his state's scheme of two eggs per week for children under the noon meals scheme, from July 15, birth anniversary of former Chief Minister K Kamaraj. In his meeting with Planning Commission officials in Delhi, he appealed to the Commission to give adequate assistance to the state under the 'Indira Aawas Yojana', so that rural housing could get a fillip. Complimenting the Centre for launching the 'Bharat Nirman' Yojana, Karunanidhi said his government was determined to provide protected drinking water to all the colonies in the state and urged the Commission to give liberal financial aid.
Actress Shriya dream changed Wednesday, June 7, 2006 | Nayan
Tamil and Telugu actress Shriya... There is no boundary or limitation for wishes and desires and so is the case with Shriya. First she said her dream was to act with Rajinikant, now she says her dream is to share screen space with kamal Hassan. Well does Shriya know that if you act with Kamal, a smooching scene is a must? No she yells, i don't think so. Not every film of his has such scenes she says emphatically. Well, Shriya is aware of it and we know that. If only she had given the answer in the affirmative by now she would have been one of the heroines in Dasavataram. Who doesn't know Kamal is the Emran Hashmi of the south.
Rajinikanth in a new look Saturday, June 3, 2006 | Nayan
Shankar is all set to present Rajinikant in a new look. A similar way he did with Vikram in Aparichitudu. Recently some stills taken during the shooting in Spain have been released to the press. He was seen with long flowing tresses and the costumes too appeared strange. Rajini will be sharing screen with Shriya and Suman is playing the villain's role. On the whole Rajini will cast his charm in whatever costumes he appears in.
Karuna launched Rs.2 kg rice scheme Saturday, June 3, 2006 | Nayan
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M. Karunanidhi celebrated his birthday today. He launched the Rs.two a kg rice scheme and poor girls marriage assistance scheme, two major poll promises of the ruling party, on his 83rd birthday. As part of his birthday celebrations, other promises, including free colour TV sets to the poor and land to landless labour, would be implemented by his government soon, he said. Karunanidhi, who accepted the greetings from his partymen at the DMK headquarters, told that the state government would itself bear the additional subsidy burden arising out of the Rs.two a kg rice scheme.
Tough time for Rajnikanth Saturday, June 3, 2006 | Nayan
All the superstars these days are being seen as smoking in the films. What ever happened to the censor board. Sometimes it gets rudely woken up and instructs the filmmakers to move the scrolling message and sometimes it just ignores. All in all one should remember that the star heroes make an indelible impact on the minds of the fans and viewers so they need to think twice before puffing a cigar next time.
