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The funeral of Bhavatharini, national award winning singer and daughter of veteran music composer Ilaiyaraaja, will be held today in their native village in Gudalur.
Bhavatharini, who was also a playback vocalist and music director, died at the age of 47.
She breathed her last on Thursday in Sri Lanka, where she was undergoing treatment for cancer.
She won the national award for Best Female Playback Singer for her performance of the song ‘Mayil Pola Ponnu Onnu’ from the film ‘Bharathi,’ which was composed by her father Ilaiyaraaja.
She is survived by her husband Sabreesan, her father Ilaiyaraaja and brothers Yuvan Shankar Raja and Karthik Raja.
After learning about the demise of Bhavatharini, veteran actor Kamal Haasan took to Twitter and expressed his heartfelt condolences on Friday.
“I don’t know what to do with my dear brother Ilayaraja. I grab his hands mentally. Pavadarini’s demise is something that cannot be tolerated or accepted.
Bhavatharini, who was also a playback vocalist and music director, died at the age of 47.
She breathed her last on Thursday in Sri Lanka, where she was undergoing treatment for cancer.
She won the national award for Best Female Playback Singer for her performance of the song ‘Mayil Pola Ponnu Onnu’ from the film ‘Bharathi,’ which was composed by her father Ilaiyaraaja.
She is survived by her husband Sabreesan, her father Ilaiyaraaja and brothers Yuvan Shankar Raja and Karthik Raja.
After learning about the demise of Bhavatharini, veteran actor Kamal Haasan took to Twitter and expressed his heartfelt condolences on Friday.
“I don’t know what to do with my dear brother Ilayaraja. I grab his hands mentally. Pavadarini’s demise is something that cannot be tolerated or accepted.
- 1/27/2024
- by Agency News Desk
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Pisasu 2, the highly anticipated horror thriller directed by Mysskin, has completed its censor formalities and is gearing up for a grand release. The film, which stars Andrea Jeremiah and Vijay Sethupathi in the lead roles, has received a U/A certificate from the censor board without any cuts or mutes.
In a recent press meet, Mysskin revealed that he was surprised by the censor board’s decision, as he expected some objections for the film’s bold and erotic scenes. He said, “I have not taken any nude scenes in Pisasu 2, but I have taken some erotic beautiful scenes that are essential for the story. I was prepared to face some issues with the censor board, but to my surprise, they did not cut a single shot or mute anything in the film. They appreciated my work and gave me a U/A certificate.”
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In a recent press meet, Mysskin revealed that he was surprised by the censor board’s decision, as he expected some objections for the film’s bold and erotic scenes. He said, “I have not taken any nude scenes in Pisasu 2, but I have taken some erotic beautiful scenes that are essential for the story. I was prepared to face some issues with the censor board, but to my surprise, they did not cut a single shot or mute anything in the film. They appreciated my work and gave me a U/A certificate.”
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- 7/11/2023
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KollywoodWritten and directed by Mysskin, ‘Pisasu 2’ has music by composer Karthik Raja, the eldest son of Ilaiyaraaja. Tnm StaffTwitter/ Andrea JeremiahDirector Mysskin's much-awaited horror thriller Pisasu 2, featuring actor Andrea Jeremiah in the lead, will hit the screens on August 31 this year. Rock Fort Entertainment, the production house producing the film, took to Twitter to make the announcement on Wednesday, July 13. "With the blessings of Lord Ganesha, 'Pisasu 2' will release worldwide on Vinayakar Chathurthi on August 31,” the tweet read. Andrea, who plays the lead, also shared the announcement with fans. She tweeted, "Are you ready to be haunted? Director Mysskin's 'Pisasu2' is releasing in theatres worldwide on Vinayagar Chathurthi, August 31 2022." The film, which will also feature actors Vijay Sethupathy in an extended cameo role, Poorna and Cooku with Comali fame Santhosh Prathap in pivotal roles, has been written and directed by Mysskin. The cast also includes Shamna Kasim (Poorna...
- 7/14/2022
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
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Kollywood'Pisasu 2' is primarily shot in Tamil, and will be dubbed and released in three languages — Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam.Tnm StaffScreengrab/ YouTubeTamil filmmaker Mysskin is back with another of his trademark horror /thriller films, Pisasu 2. The teaser for the film, which has actor Andrea Jeremiah in the lead, was unveiled on Friday, April 29. The teaser, through a series of short but spine-chilling shots, hints at an intense film. Mysskin shared an intriguing poster while giving news about the teaser. The poster features Andrea in a white dress, sitting in a dark room, with a yellow spotlight placed above.The film is primarily shot in Tamil, and will be dubbed and released in three languages — Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam. The teaser announcement drew attention from fans. The cast also includes Cooku with Comali fame Santhosh Prathap, Shamna Kasim (Poorna), and Namita Krishnamurthy in pivotal roles. Popular Kollywood actor Vijay Sethupathi...
- 4/29/2022
- by AjayR
- The News Minute
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MusicAs the 42-year-old composer pushes the frontiers of his craft further and gears up for his directorial debut, fans can’t wait to see the ‘Yuvanisms’ in store for them.Saradha UFile photo Music composer Yuvan Shankar Raja, who is known for his versatility, recently celebrated the completion of 25 years in the Tamil film industry. Yuvan announced on March 2 that he is exploring new territories as an artist and would soon be making his debut as a filmmaker. Extending his gratitude to filmmakers and others from the film fraternity, he announced that he will also be entering the world of NFTs. The youngest son of legendary music composer Ilaiyaraaja, Yuvan made his debut as a composer when he was only 16 years old, with the 1997 film Aravindhan. It wouldn’t be a stretch to say that Yuvan probably learnt to sing before he could speak. After all, he hails from a...
- 3/4/2022
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
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KollywoodThe film will go on floors in November 2020. Digital NativeDirector Mysskin, who parted ways with Vishal and left Thupparivaalan 2, following a fallout over budget constraints, has now announced a sequel to his 2014 smash-hit horror film Pisaasu. Actor-singer Andrea Jeremiah is all set to join hands with filmmaker Mysskin for a sequel to his hit horror flick. The film will go on floors in November 2020. Starring Andrea Jeremiah, Rajkumar Pitchumani and produced by T Muruganantham the film will have music by Karthik Raja. The first part Pisaasu had a dream run at the box office. The film reportedly netted Rs 2.86 crore within the first weekend and became a profitable venture for the makers. The film was produced by Bala’s B-Studios and released by Thenandal Films. We are super excited to announce our next production venture with @DirectorMysskin #Pisasu2.*ing @andrea_jeremiah @DirectorMysskin @Rockfortent #Karthikraja #Psycho #Rajukumarpitchumani @lv_sri @kbsriram16 @DoneChannel1 Shoot starts from November.
- 9/20/2020
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
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KollywoodThe trailer of the film, directed by Sp Jananthan, was released on Saturday.Digital NativeVijay Sethupathi has reunited with director Sp Jananthan for a project titled Laabam, which will be bankrolled by Vijay Sethupathi Productions in association with Arumuga Kumar, who had produced Vijay Sethupathi’s Oru Nalla Naal Paathu Solren. The film has Shruti Haasan as the female lead. The trailer of the film has been released by its makers now. The film has Vijay Sethupathi playing the lead role and he will be seen as a social activist. Shruti Haasan, who was last seen in the Tamil movie Singam 3, is making a comeback with Laabam and reports are that she plays a stage performer in it. The others in pivotal roles include Jagapathi Babu, Sai Dhanshika Kalaiyarasan,Ramesh Thilak, Prithivi Rajan, Danial anne pope, Nithish veera and Jai Varman. The technical crew of Laabam comprises Ramji as...
- 8/22/2020
- by Sowmya
- The News Minute
KollywoodThe film's first-look poster was revealed recently. Digital NativeThe first look of Laabam was unveiled by its lead star and producer Vijay Sethupathi at the Vikatan Cinema Awards held recently. The poster has Vijay Sethupathi wielding the megaphone and addressing, in what appears to be, a crowd. In the background is a shoot-out scene in which the figure of a policeman is seen shooting the figure of a farmer with a plough in his hand while a woman with a child in her arms is seen crying. There's also a girl raising her hands high up as if in a protest. From this poster is it evident that Laabam will be a film with a strong social message. Sp Jananathan popular for helming films such as Iyarkai and Purampokku Engira Podhuvudamai is wielding the megaphone for Laabam. Vijay Sethupathi Productions, that has made films like Orange Mittai, Junga and Merku Thodarchi Malai,...
- 1/14/2020
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
CinemaThe story is about a family of three that belongs to a caste that's forced into washing blood-stained menstrual cloth and wraps of corpses for a living.Sowmya RajendranLeena Manimekalai's Maadathy: An Unfairy Tale is a disturbing film on the Puthirai Vannar community which is still regarded as 'unseeable' - people who are pushed to the margins of society to such an extent that they are deemed unfit to be even seen. Shot in Tirunelveli, the film mixes the supernatural with stark reality, offering an origin myth for a subaltern village deity. Sudalai (Arul Kumar), Veni (Semmalar) and Yosana (Ajmina Kassim) are a family of three belonging to a caste that is forced into washing blood-stained menstrual cloth and wraps of corpses for a living. The Maadathy legend unfolds within the frame story of a young woman desperately looking for a sanitary pad or cloth because she's suddenly got her period.
- 11/11/2019
- by Sowmya
- The News Minute
KollywoodThe film is about the Sri Lankan youth falling in love with the Tamil-speaking heroine working in a spa. Digital NativeIt was reported that the Mollywood actor Shane Nigam will be debuting in the Tamil film industry with the Seenu Ramasamy directorial. An update about this film is that it has been titled Spa. Also, we get to hear that Shane Nigam will be playing a Sri Lankan Tamil in it and will be speaking that dialect throughout the film. Spa is a film about the Sri Lankan youth falling in love with the Tamil-speaking heroine working in a spa. While Spa is taking shape, Seenu Ramasamy is gearing up for the release of Maamanithan. The film has Vijay Sethupathi in the lead with Gayathrie S as his lead pair. Manasvi, who was seen in Imaikka Nodigal, will apparently be playing the couple’s child. The cast also has Guru Somasundaram...
- 9/30/2019
- by Cris
- The News Minute
Entertainment He will be seen playing the main lead in Zee5 web series 'Topless', directed by Dinesh Mohan.Digital NativeGuru Somasundaram has been acting since 2011. His debut movie was the critically acclaimed Aaranya Kaandam and since then has acted in films such as Pandiya Naadu, Jigarthanda, Petta, Devi 2, etc. His role in Joker as Mannar Mannan had won him accolades from all quarters. With an impressive filmography, Guru Somasundaram is all set to foray into the digital platform. He will be seen playing the main lead in Topless, directed by Dinesh Mohan. It is being bankrolled under the banner Soldiers’ Factory. The series went on to the floors on August 3, confirm sources. Harish Uththaman, Arun Alexander, and Gokul Anand also play important roles in Topless. While Amrit Rao and Aravind Venkatesh compose the tunes for this venture, Vishal Vijayan and Viswesh will be cranking the camera. It may be noted...
- 8/7/2019
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
Kollywood'Maamanithan' has Vijay Sethupathi in the lead with Gayathrie S as his lead pair.Digital NativeThe shooting of the Vijay Sethupathi starrer Maamanithan was completed several months ago but there was no news about its progress or release. And finally here is an update that all movie buffs have been waiting for. Reports are that the makers of Maamanithan are planning to release it in the month of September but the date has not been fixed as yet. The post production is currently on, we hear. Maamanithan has Vijay Sethupathi in the lead with Gayathrie S as his lead pair. Manasvi, who was seen in Imaikka Nodigal, will apparently by playing the couple’s child. The star cast also has Guru Somasundaram and Shaji Chen playing pivotal roles. Directed by the award winning director Seenu Ramasamy, the film has music by maestro Ilaiyaraaja and his sons Yuvan Shankar Raja and Karthik Raja.
- 7/10/2019
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
KollywoodThe film marks the first-time collaboration of Udhay and national award-winning filmmaker Seenu Ramasamy.Digital NativeDigital NativeUdhayanidhi Stalin’s Nimir that hit the screens last weekend is performing quite well at the box office. Directed by Priyadarshan, the film is the Tamil remake of the Malayalam blockbuster Maheshinte Prathikaaram. According to reports, the film has earned a collection of approximately Rs 0.71 crore in Chennai while the collection from the rest of Tamil Nadu amounted to approximately Rs 0.69 crore. Now the actor-producer has moved on to his next project. On Monday, Udhay’s new film with national award-winning filmmaker Seenu Ramaswamy was officially launched with a puja in Madurai. Titled Kanne Kalaimaane – after the popular song from Kamal Haasan’s 1982 film Moondram Pirai – the film marks the first-time collaboration of Udhay and Ramaswamy, whose last outing was the Vijay Sethupathi starrer Dharma Durai. Udhay will be paired with Tamannaah Bhatia in this project, which will be wrapped up in 3-4 months flat. Yuvan Shankar Raja has been roped in to compose the music. Upon completion of this project, Udhay will commence work on the Tamil remake of the Malayalam film Happy Wedding. Though Happy Wedding was made on a small budget, it earned huge profits at the box office when it released in 2016. Last week, the news about the remake was shared by the film’s director Omar Lulu with a picture of himself posing with Udhay. Meanwhile, Vijay Sethupathi and Seenu Ramasamy will be joining hands for the fourth time for a project titled Maamanidhan, which will be produced by Yuvan Shankar Raja. For the first time ever, the film will see three composers from the same family join hands. Yuvan took to Twitter to share the news on the occasion of Republic Day. On this honourable happy occasion we @YSRfilms are delighted to announce our next project with my father Ilayaraja,brother Karthikraja and myself scoring music together for the first time for my production venture #Maamanidhan staring @i_vijaysethu directed by @seenuramasamy — Yuvanshankar raja (@thisisysr) January 26, 2018 A day after he was conferred the Padma Vibhushan, it was confirmed that maestro Ilayaraja will team up with his sons Yuvan Shankar Raja and Karthik Raja to score music for Maamanidhan, which will feature Vijay Sethupathi in the role of a politician. Content provided by Digital Native.
- 1/31/2018
- by Editor
- The News Minute
KollywoodThe film also has director Bharathi Raja in a pivotal role.Tnm StaffPadaiveeran, singer Vijay Yesudas's debut film as hero, has been long in the coming but has finally got a release date. Expected to hit the screens on February 2, the team has launched the trailer of the film on Tuesday. Set against a rural backdrop, Vijay plays a wastrel who turns into a cop. Director Bharathi Raja, who is also an acclaimed actor, is playing a pivotal role in the film. While the trailer suggests that the film will have plenty of comedy, it appears that things will take a darker turn as the story progresses. Amritha plays the heroine in Padaiveeran. Directed by Dhana, the film has music by Karthik Raja and has been produced by Madhivanan under the banner of Evoke. Padaiveeran will go up against Vijay Sethupathi's Oru Nalla Naal Paathu Solren this weekend. Actor Dulquer Salmaan, who is Vijay Yesudas's close friend, tweeted his excitement on seeing the trailer. Omg so so excited and proud !! Check out Vju killing it as a leading man in #Padaiveeran !! https://t.co/IjkuRzJrp5 @Iamvijayyesudas — dulquer salmaan (@dulQuer) January 30, 2018 Vijay Yesudas is the son of Kerala's most beloved singer, Yesudas. However, he grew up in Chennai and is quite comfortable in Tamil - which is evident from the dubbing we get to see in the trailer. The singer has a number of hits to his credit, including Malare from the Nivin Pauly starrer Premam. Interestingly, Hey Jude, Nivin Pauly's Malayalam film which marks Trisha's debut in the industry, is also releasing this week.
- 1/30/2018
- by Editor
- The News Minute
KollywoodThe Raajas are uniting for the first time in national award winning director Seenu Ramasamy's film.Digital NativeDigital NativeAfter delivering smash hit Dharmadurai in 2016, actor Vijay Sethupathi and National award-winning filmmaker Seenu Ramasamy are teaming up for the fourth time for a project titled Maamanidhan, and it will be produced by Yuvan Shankar Raja. For the first time ever, the film will see three composers from the same family join hands. A day after being conferred the Padma Vibhushan, it has been confirmed that Ilayaraaja will team up with his sons Yuvan Shankar Raja and Karthik Raja to score music for Maamanidhan. Yuvan took to Twitter to share the news on the occasion of Republic Day. On this honourable happy occasion we @YSRfilms are delighted to announce our next project with my father Ilayaraja,brother Karthikraja and myself scoring music together for the first time for my production venture #Maamanidhan staring @i_vijaysethu directed by @seenuramasamy — Yuvanshankar raja (@thisisysr) January 26, 2018 The project is slated to go on the floors very soon. The rest of the cast and crew will be finalized soon. Vijay had said in the past that he would never hesitate to work with Ramasamy, who is known for giving the former his big break with Thenmerku Paruvakaatru. The duo had also worked in a film called Idam Porul Yaeval, which is still struggling to find a release. Vijay agreed to do Dharmadurai because Idam Porul Yaeval, despite being completed long back, has been lying in the cans for a very long time. This year, they hope to bring the film out. Meanwhile, Vijay Sethupathi will be seen playing a theatre artist in his 25th film Seethakathi, which will see him reunite with Naduvula Konjam Pakkatha Kaanom director Balaji Tharaneetharan. This year, he also has other interesting projects such as Oru Nalla Naal Parthu Solren, 96 and Mani Ratnam's yet-untitled multi-starrer.
- 1/26/2018
- by Editor
- The News Minute
Chennai, March 18: The first official fan club for legendary music composer Illayaraja, to be launched April 5 in Madurai, will have over 10 million registered members, including hundreds of singers and musicians, says its managing trustee Velusamy.
Karthik Raja, eldest son of Illayaraja, will head the club and also serve as its chairman.
"The intention of this club is to bring fans of Illayaraja from all walks of life under one roof. This will also be the first official club for the maestro and it will be managed by a core team with a purpose. It will be a registered club and we are expecting over a crore people to enroll.
Karthik Raja, eldest son of Illayaraja, will head the club and also serve as its chairman.
"The intention of this club is to bring fans of Illayaraja from all walks of life under one roof. This will also be the first official club for the maestro and it will be managed by a core team with a purpose. It will be a registered club and we are expecting over a crore people to enroll.
- 3/18/2014
- by Abhijeet Sen
- RealBollywood.com
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