Saturday, April 07, 2012
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Balaji Sakthivel
'Vazhakku Enn 18 / 9' likely to release on April 27.
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Cheran
Director Cheran's next film will be on music plagiarism in the film industry. The film will be an adaptation of Neon Nagaram, a musical novel made by Paadhai, a city-based band.
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Vimal
Actor Vimal and Oviya's 'Sillunu Oru Sandhippu' movie will be releasing in July.
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Vinay
Mirattal is an upcoming romantic film directed by R. Madhesh starring Vinay Rai, Sharmila Mandre and Santhanam in the lead roles. The film is a remake of the successful Telugu film 'Dhee'.
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Taapsee Pannu
Minimum 5 releases expected this year. I love my work!
Rajini's 'Rudra Thandavam' in Kochadaiyaan

The Superstar is buzzed to perform a fierce Rudra Thandavam in Kochadaiyaan. A short 3 minute song sequence is to be shot featuring the Shiva Thandavam by Rajini. The First Look poster released earlier shows Rajinikanth doing a Siva Thandavam atop a mountain peak.
Rajini is said to have learnt the Bharatham steps from Dance Master Sivasankar to perform the Rudram. This dance sequence is said to be the highlight of the movie. A.R. Rahman is set to try a new style of composition for this sequence using ancient musical equipments and new percussion instruments to add depth to the song.
Kochadaiyaan Second Schedule
The first schedule of the movie has been completed in London. The second schedule of the film is schedule in Kerala and is expected to begin soon. Major portions involving Rajinikanth, Deepika Padukone and Sarathkumar is to be shot in the second schedule. The film is directed by Soundarya Rajinikanth.
Masala Cafe

Masala Cafe is Sundar C's 25th film as a director. The film touted to be yet another comedy caper from Sundar C who is known for his masala comedy films. Shiva, Vimal, Anjali, Oviya and Santham play the lead roles in the film. Anjali plays the role of Santham's Moraiponnu whereas Anjali's love interest turns out to be Vimal. Santhanam's punch dialogues in the film is sure to keep the audience in splits. The scenes involving the three would be a complete laugh riot. Music by Vijay Ebenezer. The audio release of the film is expected soon.
Kadal in Kerala
Mani Ratnam's Kadal is currently being shot in 'God's Own Country' which happens to be the favourite location of the ace director. Kadal was being shot along the coastal villages of South TamilNadu in Tiruchendur and Tuticorin. The location has now been changed to Kerala. Important scenes are being canned in exotic locations surrounding Kochi, Alapuzha and Kottayam.
Gautham Karthik and Samantha play the lead roles. Arjun, Arvind Swamy, Lakshmi Manju, Thambi Ramaiah and Pasupathy play important roles in the film. Music by A.R. Rahman and Rajeev Menon handles the camera.
Will Gautham and Dhanush team up?
The rumour mill has been in full swing about Gautham Menon and Dhanush joining hands for a project. Gautham is said to have narrated a script to Dhanush which has been liked by the actor and the duo is yet to sign on the dotted lines. If the project materializes, the shooting is set to begin next year after the completion of their committed projects.
Gautham Menon is currently busy shooting for his trilingual film 'Neethane En Ponvasantham'. The director will then work with Vijay for Yohan. Dhanush is working with Aanand L. Rai for his Bollywood debut flick 'Raanjhnaa'. Dhanush will then team up with Bharath Bala for a film produced by Aascar films. A film with Chimbu Devan is also in the pipeline.

Iniya out of Bharathiraja's film
Ameer opting out of Bharathiraja's 'Annakodiyum Kodiveeranum' is old news. The latest we hear is the leading lady Iniya of 'Mounaguru' and 'Vaagai sooda vaa' fame who pairs opposite Ameer has also been dropped out of the film. The director had taken the decision to drop out Iniya as her portions were shot with Ameer. The film is now progressing with Karthika of 'KO' fame and Lakshmanan playing the lead roles.
The director who is unable to accommodate Ameer and Iniya in the film has however assured to retain the portions shot involving the two and use them in his next film titled 'Mallangenaru Mangatha'. The actress however seemed to have no qualms about quitting the film as she totally understands the situation.