Disney+ Hotstar recently released an action-packed trailer for ‘Mathagam’, its much-awaited original series. The gripping and intense trailer promises an action-packed entertainer with Atharva and Manikandan’s high adrenaline face-off lighting up the screens on fire. Written and directed by Prasath Murugesan, ‘Mathagam’, features Atharvaa, Manikandan, Nikhila Vimal, and Dd (Dhivyadarshini) in the lead.
Atharvaa plays an ardent cop in the series that will have Manikandan of ‘Jai Bhim’ fame playing the antagonist for the very first time.
The thrilling web series will also feature ace director Gautham Menon, Nikila Vimal, Dilnaz Irani, Ilavarasu, Dd (Dhivyadarshini), Vadivukarasi, Aruvi Thirunavukkarasu, Munnar Ramesh, Sarath Ravi, Rishikanth and Murali Abbas in pivotal roles.
Production for the series, a Hotstar Specials is handled by Screen Scene Media Entertainment. Music is by Darbuka Siva, Cinematography by Edwin Sakay and editing by Praveen Antony. Popular stunt master Dhilip Subbarayan has choreographed the explosive action sequences in the series,...
Atharvaa plays an ardent cop in the series that will have Manikandan of ‘Jai Bhim’ fame playing the antagonist for the very first time.
The thrilling web series will also feature ace director Gautham Menon, Nikila Vimal, Dilnaz Irani, Ilavarasu, Dd (Dhivyadarshini), Vadivukarasi, Aruvi Thirunavukkarasu, Munnar Ramesh, Sarath Ravi, Rishikanth and Murali Abbas in pivotal roles.
Production for the series, a Hotstar Specials is handled by Screen Scene Media Entertainment. Music is by Darbuka Siva, Cinematography by Edwin Sakay and editing by Praveen Antony. Popular stunt master Dhilip Subbarayan has choreographed the explosive action sequences in the series,...
- 8/16/2023
- by Editorial Desk
- GlamSham
eOne Making TV Adaptation Of Janice Hallet’s ‘The Twyford Code’
eOne is prepping an adaptation of Janice Hallett’s The Twyford Code – the first fruits of the studio’s deal with BAFTA-winning writer-director Paul Andrew Williams. The book is written via automatic transcriptions of recordings made by a former prisoner determined to discover what happened to his teacher. eOne will co-produce with former Sky Studios drama boss Cameron Roach’s Rope Ladder Fiction, with Williams directing and eOne handling global rights. “Janice Hallett’s ingenious second novel has rightly gained a fanbase of epic proportions,” said Sharon Hughff, eOne’s Creative Director, Scripted Television, UK. Deadline revealed eOne’s deal with Williams last year and the Broadchurch director is forging scripted TV shows for all platforms.
Gary Neville Takes ‘The Overlap On Tour’ For Sky Max
English footballer turned pundit Gary Neville is taking his YouTube series The Overlap...
eOne is prepping an adaptation of Janice Hallett’s The Twyford Code – the first fruits of the studio’s deal with BAFTA-winning writer-director Paul Andrew Williams. The book is written via automatic transcriptions of recordings made by a former prisoner determined to discover what happened to his teacher. eOne will co-produce with former Sky Studios drama boss Cameron Roach’s Rope Ladder Fiction, with Williams directing and eOne handling global rights. “Janice Hallett’s ingenious second novel has rightly gained a fanbase of epic proportions,” said Sharon Hughff, eOne’s Creative Director, Scripted Television, UK. Deadline revealed eOne’s deal with Williams last year and the Broadchurch director is forging scripted TV shows for all platforms.
Gary Neville Takes ‘The Overlap On Tour’ For Sky Max
English footballer turned pundit Gary Neville is taking his YouTube series The Overlap...
- 1/31/2023
- by Max Goldbart and Jesse Whittock
- Deadline Film + TV
Singapore, Dec 10 (Ians) Actress Ramya Krishnan is elated that her show, Queen, has won an award at Asian Academy Creative Awards, and says she is excited to start filming the second season of the show.
"I am elated that Queen has won the Best Original Programme by a Streamer/Ott at Singapore's Asian Academy Creative Awards, and more so because we won on the very same day that we started filming for Season 1 of the series," Ramya said.
"It' s great to be recognised alongside some of the biggest shows across all Asian countries. A big shout-out to the entire team and I am looking forward to filming season 2 soon," added the actress.
"Queen" chronicles the life of Shakti Seshadri, a spirited and determined woman whose vision and sense of resilience made her an epitome of strength for likeminded women. Despite finding herself in several unfavourable circumstances at different stages...
"I am elated that Queen has won the Best Original Programme by a Streamer/Ott at Singapore's Asian Academy Creative Awards, and more so because we won on the very same day that we started filming for Season 1 of the series," Ramya said.
"It' s great to be recognised alongside some of the biggest shows across all Asian countries. A big shout-out to the entire team and I am looking forward to filming season 2 soon," added the actress.
"Queen" chronicles the life of Shakti Seshadri, a spirited and determined woman whose vision and sense of resilience made her an epitome of strength for likeminded women. Despite finding herself in several unfavourable circumstances at different stages...
- 12/10/2020
- by Glamsham Editorial
- GlamSham
EntertainmentRamya Krishnan who plays the lead in it revealed the she is looking forward to the second season of the hit series.Digital NativeDirected by Gautham Vasudev Menon along with Prasath Murugesan, the web series Queen received favourable reviews when it was released last year. It was based on former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and actor J Jayalalithaa. Released on Mx Player, Queen was written by Reshma Ghatala and starred Ramya Krishnan, Anikha Surendran, and Anjana Jayaprakash in the titular role, in addition to Indrajith Sukumaran, Sonia Aggarwal, and Vamsi Krishna. The web series has now won the Best Original Series at Singapore’s Asian Acadamy creative awards. Ramya Krishanan took to her social networking page to express her happiness on the web series winning an award. Ramya also revealed the she is looking forward to begin filming for the second season of the hit series. Sharing the news the actor wrote,...
- 12/8/2020
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
KollywoodAccording to sources, the anthology has already gone on floors and Megha Akash has been shooting for Vijay's anthology.Digital NativeFilmmaker Gautham Vasudev Menon has announced that he would be teaming up with Directors Al Vijay, Nalan Kumarasamy and Venkat Prabhu for an anthology. Titled Kutti Love Story, the anthology is being bankrolled by Ishari K Ganesh under his banner Vels Films International which will stream in a leading Ott. Gautham also released a one-minute promo in which the directors are narrating love stories. According to sources, the anthology has already gone on floors and Megha Akash has been shooting for Vijay's anthology. She is likely to join the sets of director Gautham Vasudev Menon's episode soon. While it will be a digital debut for other directors, Gautham Menon has already made his with Queen biopic web series on the rise of J Jayalalithaa as Chief Minister for MXPlayer. Ramya Krishnan...
- 9/3/2020
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
From #JantaCurfew to 21 days lockdown, time is definitely moving very slowly these days. Our routine is less of a routine and revolves around sleep, eat and ?Wfh? which easily also translates to work from home, work at home and then of course ? watch at home.?
We have a list of premium quality shows you can binge for free! From regional narratives to spine-chilling thrillers, relationship sagas to revenge dramas or even coming of age stories - ?this list has it all:
1.?Queen?- Directed by the National Award winner Gautham Vasudev Menon and Prasath Murugesan, this series brings to life the story of Shakthi Sheshadri. Reluctant actress, reluctant politician and a non-conformist until the very end - She was destiny?s child who rose from the ashes like a phoenix to rule the state as its youngest female chief minister. Inspired by true events, this series is headlined by Ramya Krishnan...
We have a list of premium quality shows you can binge for free! From regional narratives to spine-chilling thrillers, relationship sagas to revenge dramas or even coming of age stories - ?this list has it all:
1.?Queen?- Directed by the National Award winner Gautham Vasudev Menon and Prasath Murugesan, this series brings to life the story of Shakthi Sheshadri. Reluctant actress, reluctant politician and a non-conformist until the very end - She was destiny?s child who rose from the ashes like a phoenix to rule the state as its youngest female chief minister. Inspired by true events, this series is headlined by Ramya Krishnan...
- 3/30/2020
- GlamSham
ReviewA look into the intensely guarded private life of Shakti Seshadri is a painfully slow reveal of the complicated, inexplicable relationships that shaped her personal and political life. Manasa RaoFor the average person from Tamil Nadu, the name ‘Jayalalithaa’ conjures up strong feelings ranging from that of a decisive, bold woman who broke the glass ceiling in a nasty man’s world despite the odds to a vindictive, unforgiving leader who intimidated critics. While the reputation of the late Chief Minister is hotly contested, the factors that shaped the larger-than-life personality largely remains an enigma. Which is why Queen, the Mx Player web series directed by Gautham Vasudev Menon and co-directed by Prasath Murugesan takes on the interesting premise of a woman who rose to unimaginable heights and yet remained a mystery to the thousands on whom she ultimately left an indelible impact. The show, while inspired by true events,...
- 12/15/2019
- by Haripriya
- The News Minute
Reluctant actress, reluctant politician and a non-conformist until the very end - She was destiny?s child who rose from the ashes like a phoenix to rule the state as its youngest female chief minister.
Inspired by true events, Mx Player brings viewers the story of Shakthi Sheshadri ? a woman who was pushed to embrace life choices which weren?t her own, and yet she excelled in each of those chapters.?
Directed by National Award winner Gautham Vasudev Menon and film director Prasath Murugesan, the series will see megastar Ramya Krishnan in as Queen. The story traces the journey of her life from being a reluctant impoverished 15-year-old debutante actress to her becoming the people?s Queen.
Speaking about her character - Ramya said, ?Some characters compel you to take on the challenge and being Shakthi was one of them. Be it her disciple, her will to defy the norm...
Inspired by true events, Mx Player brings viewers the story of Shakthi Sheshadri ? a woman who was pushed to embrace life choices which weren?t her own, and yet she excelled in each of those chapters.?
Directed by National Award winner Gautham Vasudev Menon and film director Prasath Murugesan, the series will see megastar Ramya Krishnan in as Queen. The story traces the journey of her life from being a reluctant impoverished 15-year-old debutante actress to her becoming the people?s Queen.
Speaking about her character - Ramya said, ?Some characters compel you to take on the challenge and being Shakthi was one of them. Be it her disciple, her will to defy the norm...
- 12/6/2019
- GlamSham
Web series'Queen' will stream on Mx Player on December 14, and its first season will have 11 episodes. Tnm StaffRamya Krishnan via FacebookThe trailer of Queen starring Ramya Krishnan was released on Thursday. The promo of the web series, which is based on the life of the late Tamil Nadu Chief Minister J Jayalalithaa, was released on December 5, coinciding with her death anniversary. The trailer shows glimpses of how the series will chronicle the life of Jayalalithaa, right from when she was a girl to her becoming a superstar and a legacy politician. Interestingly, it does not refer to Ramya’s character as Jayalalithaa. The trailer begins with a TV show host describing 'Shakthi Seshadri' thus: "My guest tonight is from the southern state of Tamil Nadu. But she is a very big Indian celebrity. Very few people know what goes on in her head and her heart. I am extremely pleased...
- 12/5/2019
- by Geetika
- The News Minute
EntertainmentThe trailer will release on December 5, coinciding with Jayalalithaa’s death anniversary. Tnm StaffTwo films and one web series are being made on late Chief Minister J Jayalalithaa in Tamil. While the first-look of the two films, headed by actors Kangana Ranaut and Nithya Menen have been released, the one for the web series was kept under wraps for so long. The official poster of Queen starring Ramya Krishnan in the lead was shared on the Mx Player Twitter page on Wednesday, amidst high expectations. The poster announces that the trailer will release on December 5, coinciding with Jayalalithaa’s death anniversary. A woman who redefined her destiny and became the people’s, Queen. Trailer out tomorrow. #QueenIsComing@meramyakrishnan @menongautham @Murugesanprasad @Ace2Three @fanfight_app #Queen #MXOriginalSeries #MXPlayer pic.twitter.com/WM9I16eBWl — Mx Player (@MXPlayer) December 4, 2019 Ramya Krishnan, who is every filmmakers’ favourite choice to play powerful roles on screen,...
- 12/5/2019
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
KollywoodAccording to sources, the young actor who was waiting for a good role since his debut has now bagged an interesting offer.Digital NativeAdithya Bhaskar, son of ace comedy and character artiste Ms Bhaskar, made his debut as the younger version of Vijay Sethupathi's charcter Ram in the smash hit movie 96. The Tamil film turned out to be one of the biggest hits last year following which its remake rights for Telugu and Kannada were lapped up. The young actor who was waiting for a good role since his debut has now bagged an interesting offer. He will be playing the lead role in the Prasath Murugesan directorial, confirm sources. The director made his debut with the Sasi Kumar starrer Kidaari. 96 starred Vijay Sethupathi and Trisha as the lead pair and received widespread appreciation from film buffs, critics and film personalities. It is a C Prem Kumar directorial which...
- 12/4/2019
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
KollywoodAll through the teaser the makers have been careful not to reveal the actors’ faces.Tnm StaffScreenshotEven while the dust from director Al Vijay-Kangana Ranaut’s Thalaivi first-look is yet to settle, the teaser of Queen, the upcoming biopic web series on late Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Jayalalithaa, helmed by Gautham Vasudev Menon has been released. The video was shared by Mx Player, the streaming platform on which the web series will premier. All through the teaser the makers have been careful not to reveal the actors’ faces. It begins with Jayalalithaa as a school girl on stage in front of a mic, receiving applause from the audience. “State topper in school” it reads following which we’re shown a young girl dancing along with the words, “Superstar heroine at 18”. The teaser then shows a young woman dressed in white saree with the Admk tricolour border, making public speeches. State Topper.
- 12/1/2019
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
KollywoodIt was recently announced that the distribution rights of 'Enai Noki Paayum Thota' have been acquired by Isari Ganesh under the banner of Vels Films International.Digital NativeDhanush starrer Enai Noki Paayum Thota directed by Gautham Vasudev Menon went into production in 2016 and was initially slated to release for Valentine's Day in 2017 and later for Deepavali 2018 but the film failed to hit the screens due to several issues. A year later, the project was again scheduled to hit the screens last month, but at the last minute once again the release was pushed due to some financial problems involving its producer. It was recently announced that the distribution rights of Enai Noki Paayum Thota have been acquired by Isari Ganesh under the banner of Vels Films International. Gautham announced it on social media, sharing a new poster and the film which says that the film will hit the screens on 29 November.
- 11/7/2019
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
KollywoodDirector Karthick Naren was quick to respond with a poster of his delayed project 'Naragasooran', reviving an old argument between the two.Digital NativeTwo of Gautham Menon’s highly anticipated films - Dhanush starrer Enai Noki Paayum Thota and Vikram starrer Dhruva Natchathiram - are eagerly awaited by his fans for a long time. For various reasons, the films have been stuck on floors for longer than expected. A long-pending project of Gautham Menon, Dhruva Natchathiram which has been struggling to release for quite some time now has been revived. Gautham announced that the film is entering the final stage of post-production and it will be released within the next two months. He tweeted saying And The Season doesn’t end without this film that’s really close to my heart & is hopefully state of the art. Tremendous& positive experience working with The Chiyaan Vikram! #Dn in post production over...
- 11/3/2019
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
EntertainmentA few weeks ago, producer of the film Vishnu Induri took to Twitter and revealed that Hollywood makeup artist Jason Collins has invited Kangana for a look test.Digital NativeDigital NativeKangana Ranaut has started preparations for her upcoming movie Thalaivi- Jayalalithaa's biopic. Directed by Al Vijay, the story of the film is written by Kv Vijayendra Prasad, who had penned the story for the smash hit movie Baahubali: The Beginning and Baahubali: The Conclusion. The film will feature four phases based on Jayalalithaa's life and Kangana will have four different looks in the film. A few weeks ago, producer of the film Vishnu Induri took to Twitter and revealed that Hollywood makeup artist Jason Collins has invited Kangana for a look test. Jason has worked in Captain Marvel, Hunger Games and Blade Runner. Kangana left for Los Angeles two days ago for the same look test. Now photos of Kangana...
- 9/21/2019
- by Luke
- The News Minute
KollywoodDeepak has said that to make a series or a film on his aunt's personal life, the director will have to get his and his sister Deepa's consent first. Digital NativeDirector Gautham Menon had announced that he is making a web series on the late Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, J Jayalalithaa titled Queen. Recently, he released the first look of this web series creating curiosity among the netizens. Seasoned actor Ramya Krishnan will be seen playing Jayalalithaa in this web series. Reacting to this news, Jayalalitha’s nephew Deepak has come down heavily on the director for making the web series. He had reportedly questioned the director on what grounds he is making the web series when he is not aware of anything about the legendary leader. Deepak has told Deccan Chronicle that he has no problem if the filmmaker has portrayed her political life but should have received...
- 9/13/2019
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
MollywoodThe actor wrote on Instagram that his character would be loosely based on a legendary actor / leader/ politician. Digital NativeActor Indrajith Sukumaran has confirmed that he is a part of Queen, the upcoming biopic web series of late Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Jayalalithaa, helmed by Gautham Vasudev Menon. Indrajith shared the first look and title of the series on Instagram and wrote that he would be playing a character loosely based on a legendary actor/ leader/ politician. Going by the hint he could be playing the role of late Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, Mgr, in the web-series. He added that it is going to be his first web series. View this post on Instagram Coming soon.. Queen ✨ My first web series.. in Tamil! Playing a character loosely based on a legendary actor/leader/politician.. ✨ @gauthamvasudevmenon #prasathmurugesan #ramyakrishnan @anjanajp #MXPlayer #MXOriginals A post shared by Indrajith Sukumaran (@indrajith_s) on...
- 9/11/2019
- by Cris
- The News Minute
Kollywood If the industry grapevine is anything to go by, Suriya may soon reunite with Gautham for a new project which will be bankrolled by Lyca Productions.Digital NativeDigital NativeIt’s been a decade since we last saw Gautham Menon and Suriya work together in Vaaranam Aayiram, in which the latter played dual roles as father and son. If the industry grapevine is anything to go by, Suriya may soon reunite with Gautham for a new project which will be bankrolled by Lyca Productions. Apparently, Gautham has already been paid advance and he’s said to have traveled to London earlier this week to finalise everything with the makers. The details about the project are yet unknown but the rumour has it that the duo is joining hands for an action flick. It’s worth mentioning that Gautham and Suriya were originally supposed to work together for Dhruva Natchathiram which was eventually made with Vikram.
- 9/8/2019
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
Web seriesThe first season will have 11 episodes.Tnm StaffThe first look poster of the web series on late Tamil Nadu Chief Minister J Jayalalithaa directed by Gautham Menon is out. Titled Queen, Ramya Krishnan will be essaying Jayalalithaa's role in this biopic. The first look features a capture of Ramya Krishnan as Jayalalitha, in a white saree with a black and red border. The web series will be streaming on Ott platform Mx Player and Gautham Menon has directed the first season which will have 11 episodes. It has been co-directed by Prasath Murugesan of Kidari fame and was written by Gautham Menon's partner Reshma Ghatala. Besides the real life story, it will also have a fictional take on the character. It is said that Prasath Murugesan has handled the childhood portions of the series, while Gautham has directed Ramya Krishnan's portion. Gautham Menon has two films - Enai Noki Paayum Thota...
- 9/7/2019
- by Sowmya
- The News Minute
NetflixReports say they are teaming up for an anthology similar to ‘Lust Stories’, which consisted of short film segments by four Bollywood directors.Digital NativeDigital NativeFor the past few days, reports have been doing the rounds that four directors – Gautham Menon, Vetrimaaran, Vignesh Shivn and Sudha Kongara – will be making a series for the online streaming platform Netflix. With all the four directors busy with their respective assignments, in a recent interview to Cinema Express Gautham Menon had confirmed teaming up with other directors for a series but did not reveal many details. We can expect an official announcement soon. While reports in social media said that they are teaming up for an anthology like Lust Stories, which consisted of short film segments by Anurag Kashyap, Karan Johar, Zoya Akhtar and Dibakar Banerjee, it is said the Tamil filmmakers might team up for a series on caste killings. In the interview,...
- 9/2/2019
- by Vidya
- The News Minute
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