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India’s MovieVerse Studios, a division of IN10 Media Network, is making its entry into Tamil-language cinema with “Rakkayie,” starring Nayanthara. The period-action drama marks the directorial debut of Senthil Nallasamy.

The project, which will see Nayanthara in an action-oriented role, is set to be co-produced with Chennai-based Drumsticks Productions, known for films like “Yaanai” and “Imaikkaa Nodigal.” The film will receive a multi-language release across Hindi, Malayalam, Telugu and Kannada markets.

“In a land where justice is but a memory, there lived a mother whose world was her child. But when her daughter’s life is threatened by a monster. She does not flee… she does not falter. Instead, she declares war,” posted Nayanthara about the film to her 9.5 million Instagram followers.

The production has assembled key technical talent, including composer Govind Vasantha, cinematographer Gautham Rajendran and editor Praveen Antony.

MovieVerse launched in 2023 with a diverse slate.

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Bollywood star Janhvi Kapoor is set to appear in her first espionage thriller, “Ulajh,” helmed by acclaimed indie director Sudhanshu Saria in his commercial debut.

Produced by Junglee Pictures, the film follows a young Indian Foreign Service (Ifs) officer, played by Kapoor, who becomes entangled in a dangerous conspiracy while on a diplomatic mission.

Speaking to Variety, Kapoor discussed her extensive preparation process for the role, which included a nine-day acting workshop with coach Atul Mongia and 15 days of script readings with Saria. “It really changed the way I look at my craft,” Kapoor said of the experience. “And then I just disappeared for 10-12 days before the shoot with the script. I wanted to spend time with the script and myself at home… getting familiar with the text.”

The actor noted that Saria encouraged her to move away from what he saw as an apologetic, people-pleasing demeanor. “He wanted...

Veteran Tamil actor and comedian R.S. Shivaji, who was last seen in the Yogi Babu-starrer ‘Luckyman’ released on September 1 and is known for his work in the 2020 Suriya-starrer film ‘Soorarai Pottru, died at the age of 66 in Chennai on Friday.

Born in Chennai in 1956 to actor and producer M.R. Santhanam, Rs Shivaji predominantly worked in Tamil cinema and had frequent collaborations with Ulaganayagan Kamal Haasan and his production house Raaj Kamal Films International. The cause of his death has not been ascertained as yet.

Besides acting, Shivaji’s career skills extended to assistant direction, sound design, and line production for multiple Tamil films.

Having started his journey in the 1980s, Shivaji’s film career spans over four decades, and he is credited with delivering some remarkable performances in films, including ‘Apoorva Sagodharargal,’ ‘Kolamavu Kokila,’ and ‘Dharala Prabhu.’ Many from the industry took to social media platforms to offer condolences.

ObituaryShivaji was a part of many popular and critically acclaimed films including ‘Apoorva Sagodharangal’, ‘Anbe Sivam’, ‘Aayutha Ezhuthu’, ‘Soorarai Pottru’, ‘Kolamavu Kokila’, and ‘Gargi’.Veteran Tamil actor Rs Shivaji passed away in Chennai on Saturday, September 2. He was 66 years old. A post on his Facebook page confirms that Shivaji passed away suddenly, following a cardiac arrest. “My appa Rs Shivaji had a cardiac arrest and has passed away suddenly. Appa’s body is at Narayani Apartments, Kamaraj Salai, Ra Puram, Chennai 28. Thank you, everyone, for all your support at this hour (sic),” the post, the author of which is unconfirmed, said. Shivaji was part of many popular and critically acclaimed films including Sathya, Apoorva Sagodharangal, Michael Madana Kama Rajan, Anbe Sivam, Aayutha Ezhuthu, Soorarai Pottru, Kolamavu Kokila, and Gargi. He won praise for his performance as the father of the title character in Gargi, played by Sai Pallavi, for whom...

Jailer is a Tamil-language action thriller film that released on August, 2023, coinciding with the Independence Day week of India. The film stars Rajinikanth as Muthuvel Pandian, a retired jailer who goes on a revenge spree against a gangster who killed his son. The film is directed by Nelson Dilipkumar, who makes a strong comeback after his previous film Beast. The film also features Mohanlal, Shivarajkumar, Ramya Krishnan, Vinayakan, Tamannaah Bhatia, Sunil, Vasanth Ravi, Yogi Babu, Mirnaa, Jackie Shroff, and Kamal Haasan in supporting roles. The film is produced by Sun Pictures and has music by Anirudh Ravichander.

Jailer has received rave reviews from critics and audiences alike and has become a humongous success at the box office. The film has broken several records and has emerged as one of the highest-grossing films of all time in Indian cinema. The film has also received appreciation from celebrities and politicians from various fields and regions.

The much-awaited trailer of Jailer, the upcoming action thriller starring Rajinikanth, Mohanlal, Shivarajkumar and Tamannaah Bhatia, was released on August 1, 2023. The film, directed by Nelson Dilipkumar and produced by Sun Pictures, is slated to hit the screens on August 10, 2023. The trailer has created a huge buzz among the fans and the critics alike, as it promises to be a gripping and stylish entertainer. Here are seven reasons why you should watch Jailer in

Jailer Trailer Stunning Trailer: The trailer of Jailer showcases Rajinikanth as Muthuvel Pandian, a tough and honest jailer who has to deal with a deadly prison break orchestrated by some powerful criminals. The trailer is packed with thrilling action sequences, witty dialogues, and intriguing twists. It also hints at the mystery behind the roles of Mohanlal, Shivarajkumar and Tamannaah Bhatia, who are not revealed in the trailer. The trailer has all the ingredients for an Rajinikanth action mass film,...

Sun Pictures, the production company behind the upcoming Tamil film Jailer, has announced that the third single from the film, “Jujubee,” will be released tomorrow, July 26, 2023, at 6 Pm Ist. The song is composed by Anirudh Ravichander, sung by Dhee, and written by Vivek.

The film stars Rajinikanth as a jailer, and also features Nayanthara, and Suniel Shetty in important roles. It is directed by Nelson Dilipkumar, who previously directed the films Kolamaavu Kokila and Vijay’s Beast.

Hukum Song

The first two singles from the film, “Kaavalaa” and “Hukum,” were both well-received by the public. “Kaavalaa” is a peppy dance number, while “Hukum” is a romantic ballad. The third single, “Jujubee,” is expected to be a mass number.

Jailer is scheduled to release in theaters on August 10, 2023.

The much-awaited audio launch of Rajinikanth’s Jailer is finally happening on July 28 at Nehru stadium in Chennai. The event will be a star-studded affair with the presence of superstars from Kollywood, Mollywood and Sandalwood. Mohanlal, Shivarajkumar, Jackie Shroff, Ramya Krishnan, Tamannaah Bhatia and Sunil are some of the big names who will grace the occasion with their presence. The music of Jailer is composed by Anirudh Ravichander, who has delivered some chartbusters for Rajinikanth’s previous films like Petta and Darbar.

Jailer is written and directed by Nelson Dilipkumar, who is known for his films like Kolamavu Kokila and Doctor. The film is produced by Kalanithi Maran under his banner Sun Pictures, which has bankrolled some of the biggest blockbusters in Tamil cinema. Jailer marks the 169th film of Rajinikanth, who plays the titular role of a strict jailer who foils the plan of a notorious criminal to escape from prison.

Jailer, the highly anticipated action thriller starring Rajinikanth in the lead role, is all set to hit the screens on August 10, 2023. The film, directed by Nelson Dilipkumar and produced by Sun Pictures, has generated a huge buzz among the fans and the trade circles, as it promises to be a high-octane entertainer with a gripping plot.

The film revolves around a gang that tries to rescue their leader from the prison, where they face a formidable challenge from the jailer, played by Rajinikanth. The jailer is a strict and smart officer who has his own ways of dealing with the criminals. The film also features an ensemble cast of Mohanlal, Jackie Shroff, Shiva Rajkumar, Sunil, Ramya Krishnan, Tamannaah Bhatia, Mirnaa Menon, Yogi Babu and Vinayakan in pivotal roles.

Jailer Hukum Lyric Video

The film is based on an original story by Rajinikanth, who also collaborated with Nelson on the screenplay.

The second single update of Rajinikanth’s upcoming film Jailer is all set to be released today at 6 Pm. The fans of the superstar are eagerly waiting for this update, as the first single, Kaavalaa, was a huge hit. Kaavalaa was a romantic song featuring Rajinikanth and Tamannaah, and it received rave reviews from the audience and critics alike. The song showcased the chemistry between the lead pair and the melodious voice of Anirudh Ravichander, who composed the music for the film.

The second single is expected to be a mass number that will highlight Rajinikanth’s charisma and style. The fans are hoping to see some catchy lyrics, energetic beats and stunning visuals in this song. The song will also give a glimpse of the genre and plot of the film, which is said to be a thriller.

Jailer Second Single Announcement Poster Source : Sun TV

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CinemaNayanthara, whose star power has made her a household name in the southern states, is making her Hindi debut alongside Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan with Atlee’s upcoming movie ‘Jawan’.Nearly 20 years into her acting career, Nayanthara — who has earned the moniker ‘Lady Superstar’ in film industries across the south — is making her Hindi debut alongside Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan with Atlee’s upcoming movie Jawan. The 38-year-old actor, who first appeared in the Malayalam film Manassinakkare with Jayaram in 2003, is no less than a household name in the southern states. The top-rated actor was crowned a ‘superstar’ due to her unrelenting commitment to female-centric films and her ability to single handedly pull audiences to theatres – a huge feat and testimony to her star power. After acting in a handful of Malayalam films, Nayanthara found her big break in Tamil cinema with her role in Chandramukhi (2005), starring superstar Rajinikanth.

Indian cinema superstar Rajinikanth has wrapped principal photography on Sun Pictures’ “Jailer.”

The film is directed by Nelson, who previously helmed the hits “Kolamaavu Kokila” (2018), starring Nayanthara, “Doctor” (2021), starring Sivakarthikeyan and “Beast” (2022), starring Vijay.

While the plot is under wraps, the film belongs to the action genre. The cast includes Kannada-language cinema star Shiva Rajkumar, Malayalam-language cinema legend Mohanlal and Tamannaah Bhatia and Ramya Krishnan from the Baahubali franchise. Kalanithi Maran produces for Sun Pictures.

The film is Rajinikanth’s 169th. Born Shivaji Rao Gaekwad, Rajinikanth began his career in 1975 with the Tamil-language film “Apoorva Raagangal.” Since then he has starred in films across Indian languages and attained cult status. Rajinikanth is a phenomenon among South Indian stars. His popularity includes fan bases in the U.S. and Japan. Every release of his is treated as a near-religious event by fans and causes such a frenzy that cinemas lay on...

Good Luck Jerry

Starring Janhvi Kapoor, Mita Vashisht, Deepak Dobriyal

Directed by Sidharth Sengupta

It isn’t easy to extract laughter out of drug dealers, cash-strapped migrants and cancer patients. Good Luck, Jerry manages the herculean feat with a fair amount of success. This is not a life-changing film. But it does show us how to take charge of our lives when the going gets really rough. Never mind the means.The narrative spills the beans with confidence.

Janhvi Kapoor plays the titular role of a Bihari girl in Punjabi who makes a living working at a massage parlour. She is neither a victim nor a schemer. The film never over-sentimentalizes Jerry’s circumstances choosing to see her as a manuipulator rather than a victim.

Some of the best-written sequences feature with her mother, played with brilliant punctuation marks by Mita Vashisht (she is more fun and funnier than Saranya Ponvannan...

KollywoodIn a rare television interview, Vijay spoke to director Nelson about many topics ranging from his relationship with his father, Sa Chandrasekhar, to his choice of films, directors he has collaborated with in recent years, and more.Tnm StaffScreengrab/ Sun TVPutting an end to the long wait, actor Vijay’s first television interview in 10 years aired on Sun TV on Sunday, April 10. Vijay sat down for a 45-minute-long, rare interview with Beast director Nelson, and spoke about several topics ranging from his choice of films and the filmmakers he works with to personal subjects such as his relationship with his son, and spirituality. Nelson, who has directed the Kollywood star’s upcoming film Beast, started the interview by asking Vijay, or ‘Thalapathy’ as he is known by fans, about his 10-year-long break from media interactions: “Why don’t you give media interviews? Is your schedule packed?” “No, I have free...

EntertainmentShah Rukh Khan is rumoured to headline a film helmed by director Atlee.Tnm StaffInstagram/ Shah Rukh Khan, Atlee. Facebook/ VijayBollywood actor Shah Rukh Khan, who is rumoured to headline a film helmed by director Atlee, gave a shout out to him on April 5, while extending his wishes to actor Vijay for his upcoming film Beast. Taking to Twitter, Shah Rukh, who is fondly known as Srk and King Khan revealed that he was sitting with Atlee, and added that both of them were big fans of actor Vijay. Sharing the Hindi trailer, Shah Rukh Khan wrote, “Sitting with @Atlee_dir who is as big a fan of @actorvijay as I am. Wishing the best for beast to the whole team…trailer looks meaner…. Leaner… stronger!! (sic).” Official word on the collaboration between Atlee and Shah Rukh Khan is awaited. Atlee has worked with actor Vijay on three films including Theri,...

Film UpdateSun Pictures announced the release date on Monday, along with another look of ‘Thalapathy’ Vijay in his much-awaited next outing.Tnm StaffCourtesy/SunPicturesIt has been barely two days since the second song ‘Jolly O Gymkhana’ from Vijay’s next film Beast dropped. Fans have been treated to another update about the much-awaited film: Beast will release in theatres on April 13 this year. The announcement was made via the Twitter handle of Sun Pictures, which is producing the film. In the new poster, Vijay is seen in combat fatigues and with a rifle in his hand as in earlier posters, sporting a fierce look. The film appears set to be a high-octane action-thriller. The second song from Beast, ‘Jolly O Gymkhana’, voiced by Vijay himself along with the film’s music composer Anirudh, seems all set to go as viral as the first track ‘Arabic Kuthu’. The song spawned hundreds...

Kollywood Touted to be a bilingual film, ‘Thalapathy 66’ is expected to go on floors after Vijay completes shooting for ‘Thalapathy 65’. Tnm StaffDigital NativeEven as Kollywood actor Vijay is shooting for his upcoming movie which has been tentatively titled Thalapathy 65, fans are eager to receive updates about his next project, Thalapathy 66. Following speculations about the actor’s upcoming project, Telugu director Vamsi Paidipally reportedly confirmed to regional media that he would be teaming up with actor Vijay for Thalapathy 66. Vamsi Padipally, who is well-known for movies such as Thozha and Oopiri also said that the project will go on floors once Vijay completes shooting for the Nelson Dilipkumar directorial Thalapathy 65. He also added that further details about the cast and crew will be announced once the lockdown restrictions are relaxed, and mentioned that the details would have been revealed earlier if not for the pandemic. Touted to be a bilingual film,...

KollywoodAccording to reports, the team will begin with a song shoot.Tnm StaffActor Vijay's 'Thalapathy 65' directed by Nelson Dhilipkumar is going on floors on Wednesday. The team had a pooja at the Sun TV studio in Chennai. It is being said that they will start with a song shoot and move to other locations. Recently, it was announced that actor Pooja Hegde would be playing the female lead for the movie. Pooja Hegde made her Kollywood debut with the 2012 superhero film Mugamoodi, where she shared the screen with actor Jiiva. #Thalapathy65Poojai@actorvijay @Nelsondilpkumar @anirudhofficial @hegdepooja #Thalapathy65 pic.twitter.com/BYm9yygzWj — Sun Pictures (@sunpictures) March 31, 2021 While the genre of the project remains a mystery, it is rumored that it will be an out and out fun-entertainer. Initially, it was said that Ar Murugadoss would be directing this project. However, it was reported that Murugadoss, whose last...

KollywoodThis film is being directed by Nelson Dilip Kumar.Digital NativeCinematographer Manoj Paramahamsa has confirmed that he’s on-board Vijay’s next film with director Nelson Dilip Kumar. Manoj confirmed the news via a tweet which has now gone viral. Manoj wrote on his Twitter page: “Excited to start yet another journey with this wonderful human being loved by the entire state and very soon by the entire nation! Looking forward to work from where we left #nanban. kindling the memory lane. #thlapathy65 going to be an pan India affair! Get ready folks (sic).” The project marks Manoj’s reunion with Vijay after a decade. The duo had previously worked together in the latter’s film Nanban, a Tamil remake of 3 Idiots. Manoj made his debut as a cinematographer with Tamil thriller Eeram. It was his collaboration with filmmaker Gautham Menon in Vinnaithandi Varuvaaya that really got his work noticed.

KollywoodPooja, who made her acting debut with Mysskin’s 'Mugamoodi', is returning to the industry after eight years.Digital NativePooja Hegde, who was last seen on screen in Allu Arjun’s Ala Vaikuntapuramloo, is all set to make a big comeback in Tamil cinema with Vijay’s next project, currently dubbed Thalapathy 65. Reliable sources have confirmed that Pooja has been signed as the leading lady in the film which will be directed by Nelson Dilli Kumar of Kolamavu Kokila fame and produced by Sun Pictures. Pooja, who made her acting debut with Mysskin’s Mugamoodi, is returning to the industry after eight years. Following the failure of Mugamoodi at the box-office, she predominantly worked in Telugu cinema apart from few films in Bollywood as well. She is all set to team up with Vijay for the first time in this rumoured action-drama. Thalapathy 65 will mark the first-time collaboration of Vijay and Nelson.

KollywoodThe makers are yet to officially announce the cast details of ‘Thalapathy 65’. Digital NativeActor Vijay will be joining hands with director Nelson Dilip Kumar for his upcoming project, which is currently dubbed Thalapathy 65. The film, which will be bankrolled by Sun Pictures, was officially launched last month. The project will go on the floors from February 2021. The latest update is that Pooja Hegde and Arun Vijay are said to have been signed for this project. The makers are yet to officially announce the cast details; however, multiple reports have confirmed that Pooja Hegde has been signed as the leading lady while Arun Vijay has been roped in to play the antagonist. Nelson rose to fame with his Tamil crime comedy Kolamavu Kokila, which featured Nayanthara in the role of a local drug peddler. He currently awaits the release of Tamil action comedy Doctor, which stars Sivakarthikeyan in the lead.

KollywoodThe film stars Malavika Mohanan as the female lead and Vijay Sethupathi as the antagonist.Digital NativeThe makers of the highly anticipated Vijay starrer Master, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, announced the film’s release date on Tuesday. The Tamil film is all set to release on January 13, 2021. Master was initially scheduled for release on April 9 this year, and later was expected to be out for the Deepavali festival; however, the lockdown following the coronavirus outbreak had delayed its release. The film had recently completed censor formalities and was certified as a U/A film. Aana aavanna apna time na Vanganna vanakkamna Ini #VaathiRaid na! #Vaathicoming to theatres near you on January 13. #Master #மாஸ்டர்#మాస్టర్#VijayTheMaster #MasterPongal #MasterOnJan13th pic.twitter.com/RfBqIhT95U — Xb Film Creators (@XBFilmCreators) December 29, 2020 The crime thriller will feature Vijay as a professor named Jd and Vijay Sethupathi as the antagonist. Malavika...

Kollywood It is rumoured that the film will release for Pongal 2021.Digital NativeThe producers of Vijay's much-anticipated film Master took to Twitter to reveal that the censor formalities have been completed and that the film has been censored with a U/A certificate. The makers tweeted, "And it's here! U/A certification for namma #Master. See you soon #MasterUAcertified". Directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, Master was supposed to hit the screens on April 9. However, due to the coronavirus pandemic, the film got postponed. Now, rumours are rife that the film might release in theatres on January 14 next year for the Pongal festival. Apart from Vijay, the action-entertainer features Vijay Sethupathi, Malavika Mohanlal, Andrea Jeremiah, Arjun Das, Gouri Kishan and Shanthnu Bhagyaraj in lead roles. The teaser of the film was released on the occasion of Deepavali and had crushed records and how. On its release, the teaser took just 1 hour 18 minutes...

KollywoodNelson has previously directed 'Kolamavu Kokila'.Digital NativeSun Pictures on Thursday officially announced its next film venture with actor Vijay, which will be directed by Nelson Dilipkumar. The untitled flick will be the second outing of Vijay with the production house after they produced Sarkar which was directed by Ar Murugadoss. The project marks the first time collaboration of Vijay and director Nelson Dilipkumar, known for delivering blockbuster hit Kolamavu Kokila. Via their Twitter handle, Sun Pictures confirmed their association and released a video announcing the project featuring Kalanithi Maran, Thalapathy Vijay and director Nelson. Actor Vijay’s fans have been on cloud nine ever since the announcement.The project is expected to be made on a lavish budget. While the genre of the project remains a mystery, it is rumored that it will be an out and out fun-entertainer. The film will have music by Anirudh and it will...

KollywoodAhead of his upcoming release 'Cocktail' on Zee5, Tnm takes a look at some of Yogi Babu's best performances.Tnm StaffComedian Yogi Babu is one of the busiest actors in the Tamil film industry today. The comedian, who played the role of an aspiring actor in his very first film Yogi, the title of which would later become a part of his name, has become a staple in Tamil cinema’s comedy scene. Yogi’s big break came in 2016, a year in which he signed 20 different films. While body shaming jokes are a regular feature in the comedy scenes featuring Yogi Babu, he has managed to establish his own loyal set of fans in the post-Vadivelu, post-Vivek era in Tamil cinema. Ahead of his upcoming release Cocktail, directed by Vijaya Murugan, which will directly release on Ott platform Zee5 on July 10, Tnm takes a look at some of his best performances.

KollywoodThe star is keen on reprising the role done by Allu Arjun and talks have been initiated.Digital NativeDigital NativeReports doing the rounds in tinsel town suggest that Sivakarthikeyan may star in the Tamil remake of the hit Telugu film Ala Vaikuntapuramlo. The star is keen on reprising the role done by Allu Arjun and talks have been initiated. We can expect an official word on this very soon. Meanwhile, Sivakarthikeyan is busy with two Tamil films, Ayalaan and Doctor. Rakul Preet Singh shares the screen space with Sivakarthikeyan in Ayalaan which is touted to be science fiction. Reports are that Siva will be seen playing triple roles in this flick and Rakul will be seen as an astronomer. This film will mark the comeback of Isha Koppikar into the Tamil film industry after a long gap. Directed by Ravi Kumar, Ayalaan is bankrolled by 24 Am Studios. The Oscar-winning music...

EntertainmentShoots have been suspended from March 19 until April 14.Tnm StaffYouTube Screengrab/Tamil TV HouseA lifetime has passed. Shelves have been cleaned, floors reflect faces and the house looks fit for a queen. And yet, by earth hours only a week has passed since complete lockdown began on March 24. While we hope that the coronavirus pandemic that has severely affected human lives beyond imagination will end soon, there’s no harm in still being invested in what's playing on television. When the Film Employees’ Federation of South India (Fefsi) announced that all shoots will be suspended beginning March 19, it meant that daily soaps that depend on everyday shoots will be hard hit. While some filmed as much as they could, with the lockdown expected to last up to April 14, all mega serials are bound to run out of new content. National television channel Doordarshan has brought back Ramanand Sagar’s television...

KollywoodBoth Siva and Nayan have quite a few films in their kitty this year.Digital NativeActor Sivakarthikeyan has quite a few projects in his kitty this year. He is busy with the Ponram directorial Seema Raja, which is getting ready for release for Ganesh Chathurthi this year. The Siva-Ponram duo have a good track record at the box office with their previous outings – Varuthapadatha Vaalibar Sangam and Rajini Murugan – doing very well. And now, Siva has completed shooting for Seema Raja, which has Samantha Akkineni as his heroine, and the film has gone into the post production stage. Following this, the star has moved on to his next film. The official pooja of Siva’s 13th film, which has not been titled yet happened recently, confirm sources. Referred as Sk 13 for now, it is touted to be a rom com that will have Nayanthara playing the female lead. M Rajesh, well known for directing romantic comedies, will be wielding the megaphone for this venture with Ke Gnanavel Raja of Studio Green bankrolling it. Sathish will be Siva’s sidekick in the film. Besides Sk 13, Siva has also inked the deal to star in Sk 14. This project is being helmed by Ravi Kumar and it will be a sci fi thriller. Rakul Preet Singh has been roped in to play his female lead in this project. Touted to be a big budget film, Oscar winning music composer Ar Rahman is already on board. The star cast also has Yogi Babu, Kothandam and Karunakaran playing supporting roles. Nayanthara too has a slew of films, She is currently shooting for Chiranjeevi’s Sye Raa Narasimha Reddy and Ajith’s Viswasam. She is also awaiting the release of her film Kolamavu Kokila. It’s worth mentioning that Rajesh had confirmed recently that a sequel to Aramm is in the offing. Reports emerged that Aramm 2 will start rolling from September. Gopi Nainar, who directed Aramm, will also direct its sequel which will reportedly feature Nayanthara in the role of a politician. (Content provided by Digital Native)...

KollywoodThe film is going to be her second release of the year.Digital NativeNayanthara, whose films Aramm, Dora, and Velaikkaran were well received last year, is gearing up for the release of upcoming Tamil thriller Kolamavu Kokila a.k.a Co Co. Directed by debutant Nelson Dilip Kumar, the film is going to be her second release of the year. In the film, she plays a simple girl who, when pushed into an unexpected situation, has to fight for her own for survival. On Thursday, the makers via announced a poster that the film will hit the screens on August 10 worldwide. This means that Nayanthara and Kamal Haasan, whose Vishwaroopam 2 is also confirmed to release on the same date, will lock horns at the box-office. The film is rumoured to be inspired from the popular American show Breaking Bad. Apparently, Kolamavu is the colloquial word used in the film for cocaine. It’s also evident from the title poster of the film that the story does deal about drugs. Clarifying these reports, Nelson said in an interview to Hindustan Times that his film is his own work of fiction. “It’s a story about an ordinary girl in the most unexpected situation and how she fights her way out of it. We can’t make anything close to Breaking Bad because it’s really wild and we’re not prepared for such things.” The film also stars Saranya Ponvannan and Yogi Babu in important roles. The film has music by Anirudh Ravichander and recently there were reports that the young composer has played a cameo in the film. However, director Nelson subsequently quashed these reports in a few interviews. He went on to add that Anirudh’s music is the soul of the film. “As soon as Anirudh heard the story, he was excited to commence work. He’s taken very special care and worked on the film because he really liked the story,” he said. (Content provided by Digital Native)...

KollywoodYogi Babu has also played an important role in Nayanthara’s upcoming crime-thriller 'Kolamavu Kokila'.Digital NativeDigital NativeAfter the success of critically-acclaimed political drama Aramm, Nayanthara and producer K Rajesh have reunited for a new project, which was officially announced and launched in June second week. The makers revealed that it’s going to be a horror film, which will be directed by Sarjun, who rose to fame with the controversial short film, Lakshmi. Currently dubbed Nayan 63, the yet-untitled project has already commenced its shooting. It’s yet unknown who else is part of the project but it has been learnt from reliable sources that Yogi Babu has been roped in for a key role in the film. Yogi Babu has played an important role in Nayanthara’s upcoming crime-thriller Kolamavu Kokila. Recently, the song 'Kalyana Vayasu', featuring Yogi Babu and Nayanthara from the film, was released and instantly became a viral hit, clocking over 3 million views. Talking about the project and reuniting with Nayanthara, producer Rajesh said in a statement: “It’s more than a happy occasion for me to be doing a film once again with Nayanthara. This joy is not just because of commencement of shoot, but because I witnessed this young team display great energy, attention to detail and focus in filming the scenes. As they say, ‘with great power, comes great responsibility’ our second association with Nayanthara is going to be interesting as well as challenging to better ourselves and give a sensational film.” It’s worth mentioning that Rajesh had confirmed recently that a sequel to Aramm is in the offing. In fact, reports even emerged that Aramm 2 will start rolling from September. Gopi Nainar, who directed Aramm, will also direct its sequel which will reportedly feature Nayanthara in the role of a politician. In Aramm, she played a district collector who has to put her abilities to test to save a young girl from a life and death situation. Nayanthara is currently shooting for Chiranjeevi’s Sye Raa Narasimha Reddy. She also has Ajith’s Viswasam and a yet-untitled project with Sivakarthikeyan in her kitty. She also awaits the release of her film Kolamavu Kokila. (Content provided by Digital Native)...