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S. J. Suryah, the versatile actor and filmmaker who has made a mark in Tamil and Telugu cinema, is all set to make his debut in Malayalam cinema. The talented artist will be playing the antagonist in ‘Sg 251’, the upcoming film of superstar Suresh Gopi. The film is directed by Rahul Ramachandran, who has previously helmed the comedy thriller ‘Jeem Boom Bhaa’.

S. J. Suryah is known for his diverse roles, ranging from a psychotic serial killer in ‘Spyder’ to a corporate boss in ‘Mersal’ to a music composer in ‘Isai’. He has also directed several hit films like ‘Vaali’, ‘Kushi’, ‘New’ and ‘Anbe Aaruyire’. He has won several awards and accolades for his acting and directing skills. He is currently busy with several projects in Tamil and Telugu, including ‘Bommai’, ‘Maanaadu’, ‘Don’ and ‘Mark Antony’.

’ Sg 251 ’ is the 251st film of Suresh Gopi, who is one of the most...

Chennai, Jan 25: Lyricist Vairamuthu Ramaswamy, who has penned over 2,000 Tamil songs, was Saturday named for the Padma Bhushan award on the eve of the 65th Republic Day.

Vairamuthu will get the award for his contribution to Tamil literature and cinema over the last three decades.

The 60-year old, who debuted as a lyricist with 1980 Tamil drama "Nizhagal", is one of the most popular lyricists in the country after legends like Javed Akhtar, Gulzar and late Vaali.

Some of his best work is in films such as "Raja Parvai", "Punnagai Mannan" and "Kizhakku Cheemayile".

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Chennai, Aug 12: Ajith Kumar's upcoming Tamil action-drama, which has been on the floors without a title for few months, has now been titled "Veeram". The question now being asked is whether he will score another blockbuster after delivering hits like "Vaali", "Villain" and "Varalaaru".

"Ajith's 54th film, which is being directed by 'Siruthai' Siva, has been titled 'Veeram'. The film is expected to hit the screens during Pongal 2014," said a statement from the production house.

The first look of "Veeram", which also features Tamannah Bhatia, will be launched Aug 15. It also features Vidharth, Santhanam, Pradeep Rawat, Ramesh.

Chennai, July 19: Acclaimed Tamil lyricist Vaali was cremated Friday at the Besant Nagar crematorium here.

He died Thursday following respiratory problems. He was 82. He is survived by his son Balaji.

On Friday, several members from the Tamil film fraternity paid their last respects to Vaali at his residence.

One of the Tamil cinema's most influential lyricists after Kannadasan, Vaali was born as T.S. Rangarajan. He rechristened himself to Vaali, since he was an ardent fan of artist Mali.

After years of struggle, he wrote his first song in 1958 in the film "Azhagarmalai Kallan", but it was the song "Odivadhu Pol Idai.

Chennai, July 18: Famous Tamil lyricist T.S. Rangarajan, popularly known as Vaali, passed away Thursday in a private hospital due to lung problem. He was 82.

He is survived by his son Balaji.

The funeral will take place here Friday, family members said.

An Iyengar Brahmin, Vaali has penned several memorable songs of different varieties --love duets, sad, philosophical and others. His famous songs include "Unnai nenachaen paatu paaduchaen Thangamae gnanathangamae...."

He equalled another illustrious lyricist late Kannadasan, who is considered as an all-time great in penning meaningful philosophical songs.

Vaali, who started writing in 1958, had penned more than 10,000 songs and worked with three generations.

For the past 5 years, there hasn’t been any film that has actually witnessed a grand success both at box office and won critical acclaims as well. Indeed, the producers are so vexed as they’re giving up their film production. It looks like Media One Global Entertainment is also going through the same turmoil as their previous films have been terrific flops.

With both of their previous ‘Dhaam Dhoom’ and ‘Modhi Vilaiyaadu’ flunking terribly at box office, the producers are very much concerned about their next release ‘Chikku Bhukku’. The film is directed by Manikandan, once an associate of Late Director-Cinematographer Jeeva. Colonial Cousins – Leslie and Hariharan have scored music to the lyrics of Vaali and Pa. Vijay.

The film’s released is scheduled in July and the audio will be launched during first week itself. Since Aarya’s previous ‘Sarvam’ and ‘Naan Kadavul’ haven’t done good business at box office,...

When Ajith was asked that how all of a sudden how he got himself involved in the story and screenplay in Asal, he said,” It is not all of a sudden. When I see a good project, I get myself involved in other matters apart from acting and all those films have become a great success. For example I can say Kadhal Mannan, Amarkalam, Vaali and Billa. It is the same thing in this film also. But this time I ahd come into the title. This happened because of the magnanimity of Producers Ram Kumar, Prabhu and director Saran.

My prayer was that this film should be a great success for Shivaji Productions because of their good hearts. The next generation of Shivaji’ sir Ram Kumar’s son Dushyianth and Prabhu’s son Vikram have worked so hard in this production. Now I am happy that this hard labor has paid.

Of course, even a lioness would do it if our honorable chief minister M. Karunanidhi insists so. Well, it’s about his upcoming film ‘Pen Singam’ – a film based on the Kalainyar’s literary composition of ‘Surulimalai’.

The film is directed by Bali Srirangam and is produced by Arumuganeri S P Murugesan for Nandhini Creations.

‘The climax portion is said to be a substantive one as the revolutionary dialogues pertaining to women’s rights will score the best amongst audiences’ says director Bali Srirangam. The film has Udhay Kiran, Meera Jasmine, Karthika and Vivek in lead roles while music director Ilayaraja has scored music for the lyrical lines of Vairamuthu and Vaali.