Endrendrum Thalaivar Superstar Rajinikanth - News & Updates

[vithagan]

A place to discuss abt the news and updates regarding SuperStar..



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Continued from
http://www.mayyam.com/talk/showthread.php?7955-Manidharul-Punithar-Maha-Avatar-RAJINIKANTH-News-and-Update/page410

[vithagan]

http://youtu.be/YvqpdokaBBs?t=51s

[mappi]

Thanks Vitagan for this new thread. Mangalagarama arambippom.

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Few months back I treated Baba, the film, with a phisolophical/psychological angle, aligning it with Maslow's theory of needs. This time I would like to, or more precisely, try to take a spiritual look at the film. And as usual, its all according to what I understood and the research that I carried out under this understanding.

http://onlysuperstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/Baba-Rajini-MeditationPJ.jpg

Ekam eva adhvitheyam
Ekam eva adhvitheyam
Eko devah sarva bhut antar atma
Eka basha bhuta karunya rupa
Ekam lakshyam samarasyam samesham
Ekam sarvam chittam ananda purnam

Ekam Eva Adhvitheyam : From Chandogya Upanishad (6.2.1)

There is only one form, and there is never a second one existing. Every other thing is seen as a manifestation of something else. What we see, feel, touch are those which are only relatively real.

Ekam eva adhvitheyam is what Baba Film is all about.

The human form (Yogi) of absolute reality, has to survive the materialistic objects of the world, and fight with his own thoughts to ditinguish between absolute and relative realities. The conclusion he makes from his thought process, diagnosis & analyse allows him to penerate into the whole creational elements and his own answers make him observe the various existence and judge whether they are independant and how long they are going to exisit in the current form and under what circumstances its form changes.

The Basic thought that leads to this form of existence is through the principle question - Does IT really exists on its own or its all due to MY thought of it existing ?

In Baba Film, Rajini seems to be questioning himself quite often. He questions mirages. He questions miracles. He questions releationship. He questions existance of the real form. He questions God. In return, he is allowed to explore it 7 times. Starting which, the whole kite episode is in the search of the secondry form. From there everything is about secondry form that he creates. Thus, they never existed before. Once he realises that, he is called back. But he stays for what he created even if his own creator wanted its creation to report back. And the beauty of this concept is that the Yogi is the secondary form of the primary one, the Creator.

The loop is looped.

Eko devah sarva bhut antar atma : From Chandogya Upanishad 6.3.2 (adaptation)

Human race or for that Living things are numerous, but what is common in them is the soul. The soul & body is entirely a different subject, but what these above lines depict is that there can be many different forms but the Atma is one and only, meaning one God dwells in all beings. Many sages gave several explanations with exemples, one fine exemple is : Gold forms the basis for any jewellery, since it has assumed the form of a chain, it is called a gold chain. The whole concept of Bimbam (object) and Prathibimbam (image) is based on this universalised soul or the Supreme self.

The Upanishads carry these message : God is the indweller of all beings and Man enters into creation along with the 'jivatma' in order to manifest material names and forms.

In Baba, the film, you see similar circumstances that drives the character Baba to meet all his Prathibimbam and what made him to dwell in the Bimbam form.


Eka basha bhuta karunya rupa

"The world we see and experience in everyday life is simply a convenient mirage attuned to our very limited senses, an illusion conjured by our perceptions and our mind. All that is around us (including our own bodies) which appears so substantial is ultimately nothing but ephemeral networks of particle-waves whirling around at lightning speed, colliding, rebounding, disintegrating into almost total emptiness—so-called matter is mostly emptiness, proportionately as void as intergalactic space, void of anything except occasional dots and spots and scattered electric charges" (p.812 The Second Coming of Christ by Paramahansa Yogananda)

Paramahansa Yogananda connection with Baba is simple. The whole Kite episode is the begining pages from an Autobiography of a Yogi. The film then follows several of his manifestations during certain instances where Baba, played by Rajini, enters into questioning reality.

Ekam lakshyam samarasyam samesham

Here it addresses about the consciousness, the self realisation through which the union or reunion is possible. As a Man, his duty is to understand the nature and see things more than what they seem to look like. Thus the union that he is been seeking will be attained, for exemple, even through the rock. His whole aim is not to see through things, but understand it with an inner vision which permits the reunion to happen.

Rajini meeting Baba episode.

Ekam sarvam chittam ananda purnam

The word 'Ananda' is usually coined as Happiness. But this is context it get its actually meaning - boundless. (Thus sorrow becomes limitness and happiness becomes limitlessness - slowly Ananda is defined as Happiness). And Purnam means complete. Purnam is always acheived thru Ananda. Everything around you is boundless, and you are complete when you realise it through consciousness.

Thats what Rajini is shown by Baba, and thats what Rajini is put in to find by himself, and thats what Rajini realises.

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[mappi]

The Baba

http://www.zulm.net/images4/babaang/PDVD_006.jpg

Style Baba

http://www.geocities.ws/karaikalcinema/baba6.jpg

Brother Baba

http://photos1.blogger.com/blogger/1708/2430/1600/baba.jpg

Terror Baba

http://www.zulm.net/images4/babaang/PDVD_027.jpg

Thinking Baba

http://www.zulm.net/images4/babaang/PDVD_015.jpg

Electric Baba

http://www.zulm.net/images/baba/baba6.jpg

Sharp Baba

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Katham Gatham

http://www.nilacharal.com/enter/review/images/babaaudio.jpg

[mappi]

Question : Define Pullarips ?

Answer :

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kW6-2O6OGtw

[mappi]

Sri Raghavendra Thirai mattum Isai Malar

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LwcHIaiNILA

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2x1PuBVu44I

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wSduQQaRhVY

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8FJwQ1HAJL8

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iBKn4lunE28

[mappi]

Rajini as Sri Raghavendrar

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C2fkAuBJZW8

[mappi]

Shiva Thandava Stotram: Jatatabi Galajjala

There are in total 15 stanzas in Shiva Thandava Stotram. The Temple opening scene in Lingaa takes and repeats the 1st stanza followed by the 2nd stanza :

Jatta Attavi Galaj Jala Pravaaha Paavita Sthale
Gale valambya Lambitaam Bhujangga Tungga Maalikaam
Damadd Damadd Damadd Daman Ninaadavadd Damar Vayam
Cakaara Canndda Taannddavam Tanotu Nah Shivah Shivam
(2)

The above lines describes the awesome Thandavam of Shiva. The mere movements that sends the thrills and an event to cherish for his devotees. His loose flying hair is like a Forest from which the River Ganges flow making the earth a holy ground, the holy ground of Shiva performing his Thandavam. The sankes hang around his neck like the flower garlands and his Udukai continuously beating - Damad, Damad, Damad, Damad - filling the whole air with vibrant sound. Shiva, my lord, you perform a beautiful Thandavam, please do a similar performence within us also.

Next comes the 2nd stanza :

Jattaa Kattaaha Sambhrama Bhraman Nilimpa Nirjharii
Vilola Viici Vallarii Viraajamaana Muurdhani
Dhagad Dhagad Dhagaj Jvalal Lalaatta Patttta Paavake
Kishora Candra Shekhare Ratih Pratikssannam Mama

This stanza describes the wave like hair flow which are identique to the ripples over river Ganges. His forehead shines brilliantly and on its surface is a blazing fire (Third Eye) which sparkles [or burns vigoriously (tamil equivalent - thaga thaga)] - Dhagad, Dhagad, Dhagad - and the cresent moon is shining on his Kondai which looks like a mountain peak. O Lord Shiva, your Thandavam is the most delightful moment that I have ever experienced.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qJkQlPmjbcg

[mappi]

Now you know the description of the Shiva Thandavam in Lingaa, watch Kochadaiiyaan :

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DImwKZkHSLA

[cm123]

Thanks Mappi for reviewing old memories. Watching Rajathi Raja to compensate.

[mappi]

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[mappi]

Kali is a cult personnage. Created by Umachandran and adopted to screen by Mahendran, Mallum Mallarum features Kali. Not only Kali was sketched as an unusual man, Mahendran gave it entirely a different attire. Joining hands with them is Balu Mahendra who focuses on the material identified by Mahendran and follows Kali as someone walking around and not as a 'hero' who is spinning around. Illayaraja produces all sorts of vibrant sounds that ressonate around Kali.

The difference that is brought out through Kali is that his character was over topped by his attitude. This made a whole difference to the personnage Kali, which make every suituation he is in quite realistic and reveiting. To understand this, the difference between character and attitude should be understood. A character is a fixed entity. Like - an individual is a good guy, he can't harm anyone, he is always there for you, he loves this or that etc. So his action do not differ in suituations, but he is the same irrespective to whatever happens. On the other hand attitude is the approach of an individual given a particular suituation. He can cry when others laugh, he can jump when others walk. It depends on the likeness or agreeness the individual has towards the suituation. And also its according to the method by which one approaches a given situation. An attitude drives the suituation and allows itself to be driven by it.

Kali has an immense attitude. He choses to be respected, at the same time he is the one who deceides whom to respect. Kali is a calm man, a helping natured but immediately become a bad mouth. He is proud to be Kali, and does not wish to share it with others. He does not do anything to impress anyone, but does what he feels is right. So on so forth, there are several points in the movie where Kali is potrayed in such an attitude with class. The brief clip below, shows the various attitude of Kali right from feeding the fish, helping a aged person, ignoring strangers, bad mouthing ladies, saluting the workers, making fun of others and finally cracking jokes with his collegue. A single man, Kali, show all this diversities is what makes this personnage so different.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=brSo1hO1VrU

There comes an episode in his life, until when he leads a breezy life, his character brusts out of his attitude. As the real character of Kali cannot change, we come face to face with Kali after that incident. But again, the changeable, his attitude, takes a curve and he becomes soft natured and irridicates anything and everything with a smile. Here is the cult scene. After the incident, he is judged unfit. His boss calls him to his office. The posture he takes to wait outside shows the change in his attitude as well as the way he greets the office boy. Kali is before his boss. His boss announces the news. Kali accepts it with a stride showing the brilliance in his attitude. That look with eyes glitering with tears and the dialogue delivered with shivering lips all the while hiding the out brust and then staring at the emptiness are the peek moments of Kali, where his character and attitude collide with each other.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uloTl6Mk4iE

And I forgot to mention, the person who plays Kali in the movie Mullum Malarum is Rajini.

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[mappi]

One of my ever best song of Rajini-Mottai combo. Rajini carries the 'style factor' all along the song. My favourite bit is during :

Aasai Ulladum Bothu, Bothai Thalladum Devi

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Lj33-aDeNA

[PARAMASHIVAN]

Mappi

Excellent stuff as usual ! The Shiva thandavam in Kochadaiyan still send shivers down my spine! ARR has done wonders with song, though Aum shivohum from "naan kadaval" is on a league of it's own!

[mappi]

Rajini Style vs Madan Style ... Avo Dhost ... Lovely. Is it ? Fantastic.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MOAFL9efGMg

[mappi]

An amazing song from Engeyo Ketta Kural.

Va thendrale sorgathin pakkathil, Va

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8nwxfhdu6R8

[mappi]

Tiger

Straight Telugu film by Rajini. Plays Rashid, younger brother to NTR. Action & Fun Packed end-of-70s explosion movie.

Eventhough someone dubbed for Rajini, we can see that he is the one who spoke in Telugu and not doing 'chewing' gum performence. There are serveral long dialogues in the film, and towards the climax Rashid talking to his mom is top notch. He also gets a Bar Dance Song (with a 'digestion stick' between his lips) along with that period's sensation Jayamalini, followed by an awesome slo-mo Karate fight. A Must watch.

Here is a Duet from the movie Tiger featuring Rajini & Subhashini (Jayasudha's sister)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-vlYnjCv6MM

[mappi]

Chandramukhi Motion Poster

Adhe pullarips, ippovum appadiya thaan irrukku !

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X5zBhGxYf0Q

[mappi]

Rajini Super Duets Part 1
[Featuring Illayaraja in & as Super]

5/ I am a Red Man

Penmaane Sangeetham Padava

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I-V9ARAWW2E

4/ Roar

Enna Sugamana

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1MLRKCeQ3Wk

3/ Eagle

Kadhal Yennum Kovil

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vMLGLegm1yo

2/ Love Slave

Kathodu Poo Urasa

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=npLrkmhHpLs

1/ Lone Forest King

Sandana Kaatre

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sj1W7fEOvxU

[mappi]

O give me one time ssh-style-yea

http://www.tamilstar.com/photo-galleries/tamil-actor-rajini-with-his-wife-latha-family-and-other-rare-photos/images/tamil-actor-rajini-with-his-wife-latha-family-and-other-rare-photos27.jpg

[PARAMASHIVAN]

Oh the above one was from Shivaji The boss ?

[mappi]

Yeah eah ah h

http://retham.com/gallery/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/tamil-cinema-sivaji-3d-movie-release-posters04.jpg

[mappi]

http://img6a.flixcart.com/image/av-media/movies/7/y/q/vidudalai-400x400-imadbnfghfdzbyyh.jpeg

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8FRCYAOcoYc

[Adox]

Kamal - ''Rajinikanth would have become a star even if KB hadn't introduced him''

In the Uttama Villain audio launch yesterday, 1st March, 2015, the audience witnessed a teary eyed Kamal Haasan, who was extremely thankful to his guru, K Balachander for introducing him into cinema.

"You all know that Balachander sir introduced Rajinikanth and myself into cinema. Even if he had not introduced Rajinikanth, he would have acted in Murattu Kaalai and would have gone on to become a star. But in my case it was completely because of him that I am here as Kamal Haasan today. Or else I would have been a different Kamal Haasan doing something else."

http://www.behindwoods.com/tamil-movies-cinema-news-15/kamals-speech-about-rajinikanth-at-the-uttama-villain-audio-launch.html

[m_23_bayarea]

Kamal - ''Rajinikanth would have become a star even if KB hadn't introduced him''

In the Uttama Villain audio launch yesterday, 1st March, 2015, the audience witnessed a teary eyed Kamal Haasan, who was extremely thankful to his guru, K Balachander for introducing him into cinema.

"You all know that Balachander sir introduced Rajinikanth and myself into cinema. Even if he had not introduced Rajinikanth, he would have acted in Murattu Kaalai and would have gone on to become a star. But in my case it was completely because of him that I am here as Kamal Haasan today. Or else I would have been a different Kamal Haasan doing something else."

http://www.behindwoods.com/tamil-movies-cinema-news-15/kamals-speech-about-rajinikanth-at-the-uttama-villain-audio-launch.html

It's very nice of him to say this. But everyone needs an intro or entry in some form or the other to showcase their talents. And KB did it for both of them! There are millions out there who are exceptionally talented and hard-working, but just don't get the right opportunities to exhibit those!! :(

[mappi]

Rajini is Sad

5/ Pannakaran

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Eyh95QMbESo

4/ Dharma Durai

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z_3L90bQA2c

3/ Annamalai

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-w816u-CnOE

2/ Nallavanuku Nallavan

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L-T8UUEpf14

1/ Padikathavan

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1T2872sL2e0

[m_23_bayarea]

Gautham Menon Speech about Rajini - IIT Madras 2015

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hBT6idSEVsA

[PARAMASHIVAN]

Ah Viduthalai, a light hearted comedy film, the encounter between Shivaji and SS were hilarious, esp the "Gundu Police" :lol:

Watched this film many times , for " Mathavi Pon Mayilaal" :lol2:

IIRC was this film in which SS wears one glove and says "Istalu" . lol

[NOV]

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[mappi]

Rajini Happi

5/ Anachikitadhu Avadila doi

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n8oG5W_Zrkg

4/ Mapulla

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a8EwzUojSZM

3/ Mapilla Naan Yogiyanthaan

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lNtI-G3DdLM

2/ Mapillai na Mapillai

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2x7fWJLAZVg

1/ Antha Sorgam Manil Varum

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W5UURAXGN50

[mappi]

Rajini Super Duets Part 2

5/ Selai Katum Pennukku

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a6sDS0zZV8o

4/ Maasi Masam Thaan

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wpHp4AloSVc

3/ Va Va Manjal Malare

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=igOagPXQQT0

2/ En Vazhvile Varum

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rYEfS_OGNS8

1/ Vellai Pura Ondru

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4zRmprbzkJg

[Adox]

Superstar Rajini and Shankar reunite for another blockbuster

There were rumors surfacing that the mega combo of Rajinikanth - Shankar is likely to strike again with yet another trendsetting film. They joined hands for the first time in the year 2007 for the commercial extravaganza Sivaji which shattered box office records, and later went on to garner ultimate box office glory with the sci-fi entertainer Enthiran.

Looks like the colossal combo is back again to rule. Yes, we now have reports from authentic sources that the combo is indeed getting back for another film with a grandiose budget of close to 200 crores. Sources add that the shoots are likely to begin in about 4 to 5 months' time.

Rajinikanth is said to be fit and healthy of late, justifying the popular dialogue from Padayappa ‘Vayasanalum un style'um un azhagum innum unna vittu pogala’.

With the Superstar and Shankar joining hands again, a lot is at stake and Enthiran’s box-office records would be the minimum benchmark. Official confirmation on the cast and crew is awaited.

http://behindwoods.com/tamil-movies-cinema-news-15/rajinikanth-and-shankar-are-likely-to-join-hands-yet-again.html

[Adox]

Kamal Says No? Who is Rajini's Villain?

The past couple of days media circles has been in a frenzy with news doing the rounds that Shankar is making a film with Rajini and Kamal playing the villain. Newsmen who made a beeline to Alwarpet were unable to confirm anything from Kamal’s office.

At this juncture a new buzz has reignited excitement for the project as we hear that Vikram has been approached to play Rajini’s Villain and the ‘I’ actor who has great regards for both the Superstar and Shankar has already given his nod. Official confirmation is expected any time now.

http://www.indiaglitz.com/kamal-says-no-who-is-rajinis-villain-tamil-news-130920.html

Vikram ?? Wonder if its true !

[PARAMASHIVAN]

Vikram has been approached to play Rajini’s Villain and the ‘I’ actor who has great regards for both the Superstar and Shankar has already given his nod. [/url]


I hope this not true, with due respect to the great actor (vikram), he does not have the "charisma" like Raghuvaran to be on Par with SS, The only villain who can be on par with SS ,is himself like in Endhiran!

Rajni as villain is far more "Awesome" than a "hero" any day!

Happy Diwali folks :smokesmile:

[thamiz]

It seems like the movie rights of new rumored project was sold out for 250 crores already! :lol:

[Avadi to America]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=izSrqdWTlKU

mana andhra makkal is raving about Baasha after 20 years...

[PARAMASHIVAN]

It seems like the movie rights of new rumored project was sold out for 250 crores already! :lol:

Lol, apurum padam release panna munadiyE , it made heavy losses nu some "fringe" groups will do "hunger strike " outside Rajni's house!

[Anban]

evvalavu adi vaangiyum, thirunthurathey illa.. vetti build up udambukku aavaathu ..

without a top Director, MD and heroine Rajini and his movies have little value at the BO..

oru Raghavendra maathiri padam eduthu hit aagattume paapom .. vaaippe illa..

now he is after other heroes to play a villain role in his movie.. seems like Aamir Khan escaped .. Vikram kitta kenjittu irukkaanga.. padam hit aanaa Rajini thaan reason .. "I" padathula Rajini enna pannaaru hit aagurathukku ??

[PARAMASHIVAN]

Haiyo Haiyo ! :sigh2:

[Avadi to America]

ek(ANBAN)I.... There is nothing wrong working with top technicians to provide wholesome entertainment...At the end the product will be sold under the brand of "rajini".....Unnaku naan sollavendiyathu illai.... You tryto degrade rajini for every opportunity... moonu padam paran melai irruku thoosi thitti seekiram vidunga...

[Anban]

ek(ANBAN)I.... There is nothing wrong working with top technicians to provide wholesome entertainment...At the end the product will be sold under the brand of "rajini".....Unnaku naan sollavendiyathu illai.... You tryto degrade rajini for every opportunity... moonu padam paran melai irruku thoosi thitti seekiram vidunga...
naan degrade pannala .. over buildup thaan venaamnugren ..

[Avadi to America]

naan degrade pannala .. over buildup thaan venaamnugren ..

IMO, more than 90% of news written about rajini is mere desktop work.... want to write something to create curiosity... nothing more nothing less.... "the 200C budget" also falls in to same category....

[m_23_bayarea]

Really hope Vikram will say No to this given his own identity!

[PARAMASHIVAN]

You tryto degrade rajini for every opportunity......

+ve ...

[PARAMASHIVAN]

Really hope Vikram will say No to this given his own identity!

Me too, he cant match Rajni's charisma, we need Raghuvaran :(

[thamiz]

evvalavu adi vaangiyum, thirunthurathey illa.. vetti build up udambukku aavaathu ..

without a top Director, MD and heroine Rajini and his movies have little value at the BO..

oru Raghavendra maathiri padam eduthu hit aagattume paapom .. vaaippe illa..

now he is after other heroes to play a villain role in his movie.. seems like Aamir Khan escaped .. Vikram kitta kenjittu irukkaanga.. padam hit aanaa Rajini thaan reason .. "I" padathula Rajini enna pannaaru hit aagurathukku ??

என்ன செய்வீங்க பாவம்.

நீங்களும் லிங்கா ட்ரைலெர் பார்த்தேன் ஒரு பய விசிலடிக்கல அது இதுணு சொல்லிக்கிட்டு அலையிறீங்க. எவன் கேக்கிறான்??

அடுத்த ரஜினி படம் வருதுனா ஒரு புத்துணர்வுடந்தான் வந்துவிடுகிறார்கள். :)

[thamiz]

Really hope Vikram will say No to this given his own identity!


Now you have become Vikram's career adviser?!! You are crazy! Who knows he can outplay Rajini? Why are you so negative about it??

I know, you think NOBODY can outshine Rajini, Right? :lol:

[thamiz]

naan degrade pannala .. over buildup thaan venaamnugren ..

Yeah, yeah.. You always talk about the real facts about Rajini and his movies and their outcome??. Like Sivaji the loss, enthiran the loser and so on.. Right? :rotfl:

[m_23_bayarea]

Now you have become Vikram's career adviser?!! You are crazy! Who knows he can outplay Rajini? Why are you so negative about it??

I know, you think NOBODY can outshine Rajini, Right? :lol:

Just doesn't feel right, that's all! :)

[PARAMASHIVAN]

bay,

Are you the same person or some one hijacked your ID ? IIRC you used to be hard core Rajni fan(atic) ?

[Freedom]

evvalavu adi vaangiyum, thirunthurathey illa.. vetti build up udambukku aavaathu ..

without a top Director, MD and heroine Rajini and his movies have little value at the BO..

oru Raghavendra maathiri padam eduthu hit aagattume paapom .. vaaippe illa..

now he is after other heroes to play a villain role in his movie.. seems like Aamir Khan escaped .. Vikram kitta kenjittu irukkaanga.. padam hit aanaa Rajini thaan reason .. "I" padathula Rajini enna pannaaru hit aagurathukku ??

Boss unga comedya vera thread la post pannunga.

Like other have said you bring down Rajini at every possible moment. Good luck.

If you don't like you can choose to ignore.

[m_23_bayarea]

bay,

Are you the same person or some one hijacked your ID ? IIRC you used to be hard core Rajni fan(atic) ?

Of course the same person! :)

[madhus369]

Boss unga comedya vera thread la post pannunga.

Like other have said you bring down Rajini at every possible moment. Good luck.

If you don't like you can choose to ignore.

Vidunga.. some sour grapes... KH sollara maathiri, "chinna pasanga" ... orutharai keezhe irakkinaa thaan innoruthar mela poga mudiyumnu nambaraanga... ignore and move on and enjoy the movies for what they are worth...

"tensuno payamo irukka koodaathu" - KH in Papanasam

[uruzalari]

Interesting ......


Nikkil Murugan @onlynikil · 1m 1 minute ago
Spoken to dir..confirmed and Congratulated him.. he acknowledged it..also spoke to producer..he said will be nice if Superstar tell his name
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Nikkil Murugan @onlynikil · 21m 21 minutes ago
Breaking News ..Sources says Attakaththi.Madras Fame Ranjith to dir#superstarrajinis next film popular prod to produce.official news soon
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Nikkil Murugan @onlynikil · 26m 26 minutes ago
Confirmed with dir dinesh and Congratulated....
Nikkil & Team

[venkkiram]

Good news! ரஞ்சித் இயக்கத்தில் ரஜினியும், ரஜினியின் நடிப்பில் ரஞ்சித்தும் தங்களுக்கு கிடைத்த இந்த பொன்னான வாய்ப்பினை பயன்படுத்திக் கொள்வார்கள் என நம்புகிறேன். வாழ்த்துகள்!

[lord_labakudoss]

Interesting ......


Nikkil Murugan @onlynikil · 1m 1 minute ago
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Nikkil Murugan @onlynikil · 21m 21 minutes ago
Breaking News ..Sources says Attakaththi.Madras Fame Ranjith to dir#superstarrajinis next film popular prod to produce.official news soon
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Nikkil Murugan @onlynikil · 26m 26 minutes ago
Confirmed with dir dinesh and Congratulated....
Nikkil & Team
As much as I love Rajini, I also know he DOES NOT like taking risks unless it is out of gratitude or goodwill...
I don't believe this at all!

But I do hope Rajini acts with the younger crop of directors - especially Karrtik Subbaraj...

[faithiu11]

If its true its gonna be a theri project...pa.ranjith is one of the most promising director now...can't wait

[Adox]

Might very well be true ...

Ranjith to Direct Superstar Rajinikanth's Next Film

CHENNAI: Director Ranjith has been roped in to direct Rajinikanth in his yet-untitled next Tamil project, according to industry sources.

"Ranjith's project with Rajinikanth is finalized. The film will be produced by Kalaipuli S. Thanu. The rest of the cast will be finalized soon," a source told IANS.

Two-film-old Ranjith's last outing was the critically-acclaimed Tamil thriller "Madras".

Apparently, Rajini was supposed to team up with filmmaker Shankar for "Enthiran 2". But the source added that the project is pushed to next year.

http://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/Ranjith-to-Direct-Superstar-Rajinikanths-Next-Film/2015/05/03/article2795764.ece

[thamiz]

Are you guys serious? Or Is this a joke? :)

[Adox]

Well, we'll know in the next coming days. But as someone pointed out, SS is not the person to take chances with a new director .. we'll see. SS with Shankar may still happen later and maynot be entirely a rumor.

[balaajee]

ஒரே நேரத்தில் இரண்டு படங்களில் நடிக்கிறார் ரஜினி. ஏன்?- VIKATAN


கத்தி படத்தைத் தயாரித்த லைகா நிறுவனத்தின் தயாரிப்பில் ஷங்கர் இயக்கும் புதிய படத்தில் ரஜினி நடிக்கப்போகிறார் என்றும் அந்தப்படம்தான் விரைவில் தொடங்கப்படவிருக்கிறது என்றும் சொல்லப்பட்டது.

அதுபற்றிய அதிகாரப்பூர்வ அறிவிப்பு முதலில் வெளிவரும் என்று எல்லோரும் எதிர்பார்த்துக் கொண்டிருக்க அதற்கு முந்திக்கொண்டு ரஞ்சித் இயக்கத்தில் ரஜினி நடிக்கும் படத்தின் செய்தி வெளிவந்துவிட்டது. அப்படியானால் அந்தப்படம்? அதுவும் இருக்கிறதாம்.

http://img.vikatan.com/news/2015/05/04/images/rajini%20shank%201.jpg
ஒருபடம் முடித்துவிட்டுச் சில வருடங்கள் கழித்து அடுத்தபடத்தைப் பற்றி யோசிக்கும் ரஜினி ஒரே நேரத்தில் இரண்டுபடங்களை ஒப்புக்கொண்டிருப்பது எப்படி? என்கிற பெரிய கேள்வி மக்கள் மத்தியில் மட்டுமல்ல திரையுலகினர் மத்தியிலேயே வந்திருக்கிறது.

அதற்கும் விடை இருக்கிறதாம். ஒரு பெரிய கார்ப்பரேட் நிறுவனத்துக்கு ரஜினி பெரும்தொகையொன்றை இந்த மாதத்துக்குள் கொடுக்கவேண்டியிருக்கிறதாம். அதற்காகத்தான் இரண்டு படங்களை ஒப்புக்கொண்டிருக்கிறாராம். ஒப்புக்கொண்டதையடுத்து அதில் கிடைக்கும் அட்வான்ஸை வைத்து அந்தக்கடனை அடைக்கவிருக்கிறாராம். அவர் ஒரேநேரத்தில் இரண்டுபடங்களில் நடிக்க ஒப்புக்கொண்டிருப்பதன் ரகசியம் இதுதான் என்று திரையுலகில் பேச்சு.

[Adox]

Looking forward for it if true ..

SUPERSTAR RAJINI TO REVISIT HIS GANGSTER DAYS?

Superstar Rajinikanth heard to play a gangster in his next film with director Ranjith
Earlier in the day, we had reported that Superstar Rajinikanth is expected to join hands with Madras fame director Ranjith. Now the latest we hear is that the film will apparently be a gangster flick. It’s been a while since Rajinikanth did a full-fledged gangster's role. Though he has acted in roles that had tinges of grey in his recent movies, his last outright gangster film was Baashha way back in 1995. We also hear that Rajinikanth is expected to play his age in this film.

The Superstar is said to have strongly shown the urge to do a natural movie with lot of scope for acting. Ranjith's script seems to have impressed Rajinikanth the most, among all the scripts he had heard.

Meanwhile director Venkat Prabhu, who happens to be Ranjth's mentor and guide, is mighty proud with his protege being roped in for the prestigious Rajini film. This is what he had to tweet a while ago.

U made me real proud Ranjith!!! Whatta moment!! Love u da!! Pinni pedal edu

http://www.behindwoods.com/tamil-movies-cinema-news-15/superstar-rajinikanth-heard-to-play-a-gangster-in-his-next-film-with-director-ranjith.html

[vithagan]

But I do hope Rajini acts with the younger crop of directors - especially Karrtik Subbaraj...

+1

Ranjith I have only 50% hope.. I liked his 'Madras' but hated "Attakathi"..

[omega]

+1

Ranjith I have only 50% hope.. I liked his 'Madras' but hated "Attakathi"..

My thoughts exactly....

[thamiz]

Have not seen Ranjith movies but I am curious to see what he can come up with Rajini!

[rsubras]

Will this be Rajini's "Amitabh" moment? - From All powerful Super Star -> Powerful roles and occasionally few damp squibs in the way like RGV films..

[Mahen]

Attakathi was crap.. Madras was superb

[easygoer]

As many hubbers suggested, my preference is also kaarthik subburaj over Ranjith. Having said that, Ranjith also looks promising and no one knows what idea and concept he has for super star. Definitely it's a welcome move that Rajini has moved away from the out dated Vasu's and KSR's and is progressing towards leveraging the fresh talent.

My sincere wish is that, Ranjith must do the same thing what suresh krishna did to Rajini in the 90's...

[A.ANAND]

my choice is karthik subburaj..ranjit also gud madras

[PARAMASHIVAN]

Well, we'll know in the next coming days. But as someone pointed out, SS is not the person to take chances with a new director .. we'll see. SS with Shankar may still happen later and maynot be entirely a rumor.

Yes, SS would be insane (IMHO) if he gambles with a "New director ".

[Adox]

But its not that SS cannot perform in roles other than 'larger than life' types .. Also when we say older directors, we have KSR, Shanker, Vasu mainly. He has tried KSR recently with mixed results. Shankar will take much longer time like a year. Vasu - not sure where that'll lead to .. So there's nothing wrong in trying out Ranjith .. I havent seen any of his movies but I have confidence in Rajini to do a role with scope for acting .. He has done several of them before he donned SS type roles. Of course if this materializes, it may be a combo of both types of roles.

[PARAMASHIVAN]

But its not that SS cannot perform in roles other than 'larger than life' types ... Exactly, in fact I would prefer this than larger than life roles, like another "mullum malarum", "Aaril irunthu 60 vathu varai", "Engeyo ketta kural", "nettrikan" kind of roles ... but I know that will never happen

[ramdas2005]

Exactly, in fact I would prefer this than larger than life roles, like another "mullum malarum", "Aaril irunthu 60 vathu varai", "Engeyo ketta kural", "nettrikan" kind of roles ... but I know that will never happen

Agree with your thoughts, also gives a chance to breakaway and experiment a bit...Also it is official the movie with ranjith.
Superstarrajini-@beemji and @the Vcreationsjoin hands for a new film Tamil-Telugu

[Avadi to America]

we do not have to go too far to quote thalivar's acting talent... For me, Lingarajeshwaran was very convincing. when comes to emotional scene, thalivar is one of the best in TFI (For ex: the whole episode of lingeshwaran leaving the dam and welcoming Vijayakumar & Co for dinner).

[omega]

Talentless lucky star!!
I like this title..........

[venkkiram]

Exactly, in fact I would prefer this than larger than life roles, like another "mullum malarum", "Aaril irunthu 60 vathu varai", "Engeyo ketta kural", "nettrikan" kind of roles ... but I know that will never happen

அந்த ரசினி மரிச்சி போயி! அதெல்லாம் கனவு போல நினைத்து மறந்துடணும். காலரை தூக்கிவிட்டு, விரலை சுழட்டி, கண்ணாடியை மாட்டி, வேகநடை போட்டு போய்க்கொண்டே இருக்கும் ரசினிதான் கடந்த முப்பது வருடங்களாக..

[Avadi to America]

அந்த ரசினி மரிச்சி போயி! அதெல்லாம் கனவு போல நினைத்து மறந்துடணும். காலரை தூக்கிவிட்டு, விரலை சுழட்டி, கண்ணாடியை மாட்டி, வேகநடை போட்டு போய்க்கொண்டே இருக்கும் ரசினிதான் கடந்த முப்பது வருடங்களாக..
Neenga antha rajiniya mattum thaan parthuttu irukeenga.....you are choosy in your own way....A pathetic state.

[venkkiram]

Neenga antha rajiniya mattum thaan parthuttu irukeenga.....you are choosy in your own way....A pathetic state.

Param sir.. Please don't be choosy.

[Avadi to America]

Talentless lucky star!!
I like this title..........

Etho Jackie Chan padathoda title mathiri nabagam...

[irir123]

Exactly, in fact I would prefer this than larger than life roles, like another "mullum malarum", "Aaril irunthu 60 vathu varai", "Engeyo ketta kural", "nettrikan" kind of roles ... but I know that will never happen



He does not even have to do that big and serious roles - even giving importance to an interesting non-Rajini like script - maybe get someone like K Bhagyaraj to come out of retirement to give a cool script - that will give scope to push his boundaries - would be a refreshing change…


PS: forget something like 'Mullum malarum' - to make a film of such stratospheric quality, a Mahendran is needed - there never was another director like Mahendran - unless he himself decides to direct Rajini again, its not gonna happen

[Poornima]

pointless to keep getting wistful about Mullum Malarum and the other "performances" that belonged to another era. he doesn't have to get full-on arthouse or pick entirely performance-driven films. but just reinvent. open up. associate with the young and daring. just mix it up a bit. I'm sure there are quite a few among the new breed of filmmakers who would kill to do a film with him. but he needs to appear accessible for such projects. he has NOTHING left to prove on box-office clout. precisely why I don't understand the negativity from some quarters about this project with pa.ranjith (if it happens). fans wondering whether a new director could "handle" his image. at 64, a transition looks imminent. at some point, you have to make a start. excited about the rumours. hope the k.subbarajs and t.kumararajas take cue!

[PARAMASHIVAN]

Talentless lucky star!!
I like this title..........

Yes , will be an apt title for his next film!!!

[PARAMASHIVAN]

K Bhagyaraj to come out of retirement to give a cool script - that will give scope to push his boundaries - would be a refreshing change…




wasn't Naan sigappu manithan directed by K.Bhagyaraj ? How did that film do @ BO ?

[balaajee]

wasn't Naan sigappu manithan directed by K.Bhagyaraj ? How did that film do @ BO ?

It was by SAC...

[PARAMASHIVAN]

It was by SAC...

Oh I see , thanks

[thamiz]

There was a moment of trepidation among Rajinikanth's fans, when the news that Ranjith will direct his next was followed by rumours that perhaps, Ranjith might not be able to take it up, as he had already signed an agreement with producer KE Gnanavel Raja to direct Suriya's next film. But the Superstar's fans can now rejoice, for Gnanavel has stepped back, thereby letting Ranjith give preference to Rajini's project. Gnanavel told us, "It's true that we have an agreement with Ranjith to make two films for us. But since he's got this opportunity to direct Rajini sir's film, of course, we will not stand in his way. Only after he completes that project, he will do the films under our banner, and we are fine with it.

It is from TOI

[PARAMASHIVAN]

Thamizh Madam

But why would any want to work with the "Talentless Lucky Star" , and the "King of kollywood FLOPS ? :lol2:

[irir123]

Oh I see , thanks


screenplay perhaps was by Bhagyaraj?

[PARAMASHIVAN]

screenplay perhaps was by Bhagyaraj?

Yes I remember his name coming under screen play .. was this film hit /average ?

[Avadi to America]

screenplay perhaps was by Bhagyaraj?
Bagyaraj further developed his role with help of parthiban from what SAC was initially planned it. That's why one can see a typical bagyaraj under other's direction.

[Adox]

Other than serious roles like in Mullum Malarum, in the comedy roles we have -

Netrikann - the older dad Rajini dominated the movie. Great entertainment all the way! The younger son was just playing his role, not much to report there.

Thillu-mullu - both characters were superbly enacted by Rajini along with excellent supporting roles by Poornam V, Theanga S. and Sowcar J.

Both of these gems were by KB sir.

His comedy handling for the first time in his career in these films proved his ability to handle that genre with ease. So, there's a variety of genre types he can handle. It depends on his mindset to take on varied roles with other directors.

[Russellxom]

http://i737.photobucket.com/albums/xx14/kkvinposter/Snehasallapam/Images_Lal/LalRajaniW.jpg

[PARAMASHIVAN]

Other than serious roles like in Mullum Malarum, in the comedy roles we have -

Netrikann - the older dad Rajini dominated the movie. Great entertainment all the way! The younger son was just playing his role, not much to report there.



Hilarious movie, excellent performance by Rajni, esp all the encounters with Saritha!

Other comedy themed movie I liked was "guru shishyan".

[rsubras]

forget mullum malarum and all those pre-80's movies, his vettaiyan role in Chandramukhi, Motta Boss role in Sivaji and Evil chitti in Enthiran pretty much shows the burning rage in him..... it is only when he is in typecast roles or in roles that he has personal preference to play (like father role in muthu and arunachalam, drunken philosopher in Valli) we get a not-so-impressive performance.

[thamiz]

///his vettaiyan role in Chandramukhi, Motta Boss role in Sivaji and Evil chitti in Enthiran pretty much shows the burning rage in him.//

People generally overlook the Rajini's talents buried in these characters in "masala movies" and make sweeping statements which are unacceptable by others.

[omega]

Other than serious roles like in Mullum Malarum, in the comedy roles we have -

Netrikann - the older dad Rajini dominated the movie. Great entertainment all the way! The younger son was just playing his role, not much to report there.

Thillu-mullu - both characters were superbly enacted by Rajini along with excellent supporting roles by Poornam V, Theanga S. and Sowcar J.

Both of these gems were by KB sir.

His comedy handling for the first time in his career in these films proved his ability to handle that genre with ease. So, there's a variety of genre types he can handle. It depends on his mindset to take on varied roles with other directors.

Both were produced by KB.
While KB directed Thillu Mullu, Netrikann was by SPM

[omega]

Hilarious movie, excellent performance by Rajni, esp all the encounters with Saritha!

Other comedy themed movie I liked was "guru shishyan".

I hope you meant Viji, Saritha's sister...

[vithagan]

I hope you meant Viji, Saritha's sister...
I think he is referring to Netrikann..

[irir123]

Netrikann screenplay/script was definitely KB - SPM was a great executor who knew what it took for a commercial success - am not so sure about SPM's script writing abilities - Murattu kalai (like SKV) was again scripted by Panju Arunachalam and executed by SPM for AVM to rip-roaring success

[thamiz]

I hope you meant Viji, Saritha's sister...

Raghu may be talking about netrikkaN. You think of thillu mullu, here!

[thamiz]

I would say, Rajni's best romantic song to date is "RaaghangaL 16 uruvaana varalaaRu" with Madhavi! :-)

[Avadi to America]

Netrikann screenplay/script was definitely KB - SPM was a great executor who knew what it took for a commercial success - am not so sure about SPM's script writing abilities - Murattu kalai (like SKV) was again scripted by Panju Arunachalam and executed by SPM for AVM to rip-roaring success
Dialogue by visu

[Anban]

rajini fans are in full vayitherichal all over the net, including the hub.. inga konjam vanjapugalchi vera .. :lol:

rajinikanth the star is actually field out..

[easygoer]

With all the due respect to kamal the actor and star, this reply is for the above provocation alone...

Check the opening day collections of the so called flop lingaa and compare it with any of the recent movies including his so called competitor's movie...That will speak volumes about the value of Rajini, the star....

Check the webspace, for the number of articles, tweets, fb posts on the speculations of his next movie, that will show the Magnetism of 64 old superstar. The count can easily overtake the number of reviews of his competitor's recent movie.

Excluding the group of intellectuals, check the reaction among the general audience about his competitor's recent movie , his fans will have reason only to laugh and definitely not to vaitherichify...

More than all these factors, the fear, sarcasm and hate in the above post clearly depicts the status of superstar.....

[Anban]

easygoer, i want to see what opening will rajinikanth get for a movie without a top heroine, ARR and masala elements .. appo naan othukkuren .. he is just living in the shadows of Shankar .. Shankar does not need a Rajinikanth to give a blockbuster.. But Rajini needs Shankar or some other big director .. new director, new MD, new heroine, vatchu oru padam eduthu periya hit aakkunga Rajini sir .. ungalaala mudiyaathu .. fans like his masala elements.. without masala elements, he is no big star..

class padathukkum koottam vanthaa thaan star ..

[Anban]

ranjith movie is good news .. if thats a movie without masala elements and becomes a hit .. I will accept that he really has a big star appeal .. all the best ..

[rsubras]

hmmm.... rajini - kamal fans fight 1980's la school students level la nadanthathu......... innum alive ah irukku :) athu sari sivaji vs mgr sandaiye innum mudinja paadu illa......

@Anban - what you say is true but that is the current status for any star to day.... without a star director / md / powerful co-actor /powerful distributor or producer (who can do aggressive marketing) no one would be able to deliver consistent box office success..

[omega]

rajini fans are in full vayitherichal all over the net, including the hub.. inga konjam vanjapugalchi vera .. :lol:

rajinikanth the star is actually field out..

Did you mean rajini the talentless lucky star??

[thamiz]

When did "sivaji the loss" and "enthiran the loser" become BO success?! :lol:

Even in eighties and nineties Rajini had top heroines in his movies and mostly IR as the MD. Let us give all the credits to heroine and MD even for yesteryear-day success of Rajini! :lol:

[Avadi to America]

Anben is Younger version of Raajja. ignore him.

KSR is top director Now?

[Cinemarasigan]

Anben is Younger version of Raajja. ignore him.

KSR is top director Now?

"easygoer, i want to see what opening will rajinikanth get for a movie without a top heroine, ARR and masala elements .. appo naan othukkuren" - quote from Anban

He meant all elements need to be in the film to become a hit... He did not mention about KSR I think...

[Cinemarasigan]

@Anban - what you say is true but that is the current status for any star to day.... without a star director / md / powerful co-actor /powerful distributor or producer (who can do aggressive marketing) no one would be able to deliver consistent box office success..

+1. Cinema is a team work...

[easygoer]

easygoer, i want to see what opening will rajinikanth get for a movie without a top heroine, ARR and masala elements .. appo naan othukkuren .. he is just living in the shadows of Shankar .. Shankar does not need a Rajinikanth to give a blockbuster.. But Rajini needs Shankar or some other big director .. new director, new MD, new heroine, vatchu oru padam eduthu periya hit aakkunga Rajini sir .. ungalaala mudiyaathu .. fans like his masala elements.. without masala elements, he is no big star..

class padathukkum koottam vanthaa thaan star ..

Was P.vasu the cult director when Rajini did chandramukhi? Was Vidayasagar the India's biggest musician? Irrespective of the director or MD, what matters is the content. If Shankar comes up with a bad content, even his movie would flop. If Ranjith or even a newbie to industry comes up with a good content, it will be a hit. Stars are like the distribution network a company has. A company might have distribution network throughout the world but if the product quality is bad, then the distribution network cannot be blamed.

Imagine the audience accessibility for Ranjith when he did attakathi or madras and just think of the access now he has. If a mobile model should be a success, it should have specific features with good quality. Likewise, masala element is a feature that necessary for a movie's box office success. This rule applies to all the stars around the globe...

[Avadi to America]

"easygoer, i want to see what opening will rajinikanth get for a movie without a top heroine, ARR and masala elements .. appo naan othukkuren" - quote from Anban

He meant all elements need to be in the film to become a hit... He did not mention about KSR I think...
this is not the first time he quotes this. In the past, he did mention about the top director. In fact you better than us his intention....

[lord_labakudoss]

easygoer, i want to see what opening will rajinikanth get for a movie without a top heroine, ARR and masala elements .. appo naan othukkuren .. he is just living in the shadows of Shankar .. Shankar does not need a Rajinikanth to give a blockbuster.. But Rajini needs Shankar or some other big director .. new director, new MD, new heroine, vatchu oru padam eduthu periya hit aakkunga Rajini sir .. ungalaala mudiyaathu .. fans like his masala elements.. without masala elements, he is no big star..

class padathukkum koottam vanthaa thaan star ..

Why this disdain for 'masala'? I'd that is not yr cup of tea, pls feel free to ignore Rajini.

But one of the answers to yr question is Chandramukhi.


But the other question is he trying to get these additional factors, or is it easier for the producers to get these additional factors ( heroine, md, director ) because of his BO pull.

[irir123]

hmmm.... rajini - kamal fans fight 1980's la school students level la nadanthathu......... innum alive ah irukku :) athu sari sivaji vs mgr sandaiye innum mudinja paadu illa......

@Anban - what you say is true but that is the current status for any star to day.... without a star director / md / powerful co-actor /powerful distributor or producer (who can do aggressive marketing) no one would be able to deliver consistent box office success..



I disagree rsubras - beyond the first hype and hoopla if ppl have to watch a movie, it better have something substantial - no star can simply rely on 'big' names. And thats how it should be - for TN cinema to progress

[thamiz]

Lingaa is considered a commercial failure movie after singaravelan's drama. Eros made their money. Producer made his money. I am not sure how much the producer paid back to TN distributors/theater owners. May be 5 crores? Rajni might have given back 5 crore from 25 + crores he might have got as "actor fee". In any case, the US collection is about 2 million dollars. Malaysia is about 2 million dollars. Rest of the overseas about 3 million at least. It is about 40 crores from overseas alone.

The overseas collection is depend mainly on first weekend collection. (80% comes from that). Now why would one not put the most popular MD and actresses? That will be ridiculous. We need hype and we need to pull the crowd in the first weekend to get 40 crore money.

If some other actors fan claiming that Rajini will be nothing without young heroines and ARR, that's OK. So be it! Let him theorize anything he wishes.

For Rajinikanth, Cinema is entertainment and business. He cares about opening collection. Because piracy kills a movie afterwards. The opneing collection is very very important in today's movie business. Rajiniknath should not jeopardize that because such and such said so and so!

[rsubras]

I disagree rsubras - beyond the first hype and hoopla if ppl have to watch a movie, it better have something substantial - no star can simply rely on 'big' names. And thats how it should be - for TN cinema to progress


Success of "I" and many other 100 crore hindi movies got success not because of the content, i suppose...

[otedoric]

Success of "I" and many other 100 crore hindi movies got success not because of the content, i suppose...

This is very much TRUE...
BOLLYWOOD has different dyanmics...
SALMAN can deliver a 100 crore movies just like that from the prison...

[PARAMASHIVAN]

Raghu may be talking about netrikkaN. You think of thillu mullu, here!

yes , I was talking about netrikan :)

[PARAMASHIVAN]

I would say, Rajni's best romantic song to date is "RaaghangaL 16 uruvaana varalaaRu" with Madhavi! :-)

Hmm I think Kadhalin deepam ondru was better ! any way both by the legendary SPB!

[PARAMASHIVAN]

With all the due respect to kamal the actor and star, this reply is for the above provocation alone...

Check the opening day collections of the so called flop lingaa and compare it with any of the recent movies including his so called competitor's movie...That will speak volumes about the value of Rajini, the star....

Check the webspace, for the number of articles, tweets, fb posts on the speculations of his next movie, that will show the Magnetism of 64 old superstar. The count can easily overtake the number of reviews of his competitor's recent movie.

Excluding the group of intellectuals, check the reaction among the general audience about his competitor's recent movie , his fans will have reason only to laugh and definitely not to vaitherichify...

More than all these factors, the fear, sarcasm and hate in the above post clearly depicts the status of superstar.....

:thumbsup:

[PARAMASHIVAN]

Anben is Younger version of Raajja. ignore him.

KSR is top director Now?

He used to post as "raja ram" , prior to that .

[PARAMASHIVAN]

Was P.vasu the cult director when Rajini did chandramukhi? Was Vidayasagar the India's biggest musician? Irrespective of the director or MD, what matters is the content. If Shankar comes up with a bad content, even his movie would flop. If Ranjith or even a newbie to industry comes up with a good content, it will be a hit. Stars are like the distribution network a company has. A company might have distribution network throughout the world but if the product quality is bad, then the distribution network cannot be blamed.

Imagine the audience accessibility for Ranjith when he did attakathi or madras and just think of the access now he has. If a mobile model should be a success, it should have specific features with good quality. Likewise, masala element is a feature that necessary for a movie's box office success. This rule applies to all the stars around the globe...

The movie "Jeans" is an example ..

[Russellxom]

Confirmed : Chiranjeevi's 150th film will be directed by Puri Jaganath titled as 'Auto Johny' | Releasing this January 2016 Biggest Battle across the Southern India - Superstar Rajinikanth vs Megastar Chiranjeevi : January 2016 (Tentative)

[Anban]

chandramukhi periya success.. Kanchanana 2 kooda thaan massive blockbuster .. jyothika, vadivelu and other masala elements worked.. yes, but that was 10 years ago !! now Rajini's masala movie competitor is Vijay .. so compare Lingaa to Kaththi ..

Vijay and Surya have eroded into Rajini's family audience base..

Ajith and Vijay have put a big dent in Rajini's mass base.. 10 years munnaadi nadantha history ellaam pesikkittu.. then i will talk about Sakalakala Vallavan, Thevar Magan, Apoorva Sagotharargal, Indian etc ..

[PARAMASHIVAN]

Yes, agree "even " the likes of "SivaKarthikeyan / Lawrence" have taken over this "talentless king of FLOPS" !

[Adox]

This is what I have to say on this - with everything being the same (content, director, MD, heroines etc.), Rajini will certainly pull in more in the box office than anybody else at the moment. We cant compare a move like Lingaa and Kaththi ..

.. we need to compare blockbusters of both heroes or flops of both. Cant mix up for our convenience. Eg. Endhiran vs. Kaththi (or I) - Endhiran grossed far more than either (actually any tamil movie) Or. Lingaa vs. Sura/billa2 - Lingaa grossed much more than either. Or a hypothetical scenario of anybody in place of Rajini in Endhiran - would it have grossed 300C in the box office ?? I dont think so .. There's no denying that Rajini's is still at top.

[PARAMASHIVAN]

Bill4_u

Times is precious , waste pannatheenga :)

[Poornima]

jayamohan. so shankar going back to proper writers. if this comes through, should be a very interesting combination.

http://cinema.dinamalar.com/tamil-news/31426/cinema/Kollywood/Shankar-changes-story-writer.htm

[Avadi to America]

chandramukhi periya success.. Kanchanana 2 kooda thaan massive blockbuster .. jyothika, vadivelu and other masala elements worked.. yes, but that was 10 years ago !! now Rajini's masala movie competitor is Vijay .. so compare Lingaa to Kaththi ..

Vijay and Surya have eroded into Rajini's family audience base..

Ajith and Vijay have put a big dent in Rajini's mass base.. 10 years munnaadi nadantha history ellaam pesikkittu.. then i will talk about Sakalakala Vallavan, Thevar Magan, Apoorva Sagotharargal, Indian etc ..

Joythika , vadivelu ellam ulla kondu varreengaa...Correlation pandrandra perla you are trying to dilute everything... This is just for your comparison....then If you want to speak about kamal's BO power you have to 25 to 30 years...
I always accept changes will come and new generation will emerge but as actor/star rajini still stand tall among everyone....

[Avadi to America]

This is what I have to say on this - with everything being the same (content, director, MD, heroines etc.), Rajini will certainly pull in more in the box office than anybody else at the moment. We cant compare a move like Lingaa and Kaththi ..

.. we need to compare blockbusters of both heroes or flops of both. Cant mix up for our convenience. Eg. Endhiran vs. Kaththi (or I) - Endhiran grossed far more than either (actually any tamil movie) Or. Lingaa vs. Sura/billa2 - Lingaa grossed much more than either. Or a hypothetical scenario of anybody in place of Rajini in Endhiran - would it have grossed 300C in the box office ?? I dont think so .. There's no denying that Rajini's is still at top.

In a career graph comparing someone's bottom point with other's top point... it'still considered to be bigger in many place....

[Adox]

In a career graph comparing someone's bottom point with other's top point... it'still considered to be bigger in many place....

Yes. That's another way of looking at it ..

[Avadi to America]

Yes. That's another way of looking at it ..

As I mentioned in the past, It'll become tough for both rajini and kamal as indian population is becoming more and more younger... As per forecast, India would be the youngest nation in the world (at present mean/median age is about 27) by 2020. This means the new generation will become the core constituency of movie goers. it will be interesting to see if both of them active in industry.

[irir123]

Avadi to America - the same young population/ generation is also accessing world cinema like it never did before - which means they are familiar with ideas and formats and won't be satisfied with standard nonsense or charisma or staccato style film-making etc

The art of story-telling wont wither away but we have few with the skill sets to tell stories....no amount of SFX or other gimmickry will/can replace story telling concepts..(songs will definitely go away from movies very soon)..

[Avadi to America]

Avadi to America - the same young population/ generation is also accessing world cinema like it never did before - which means they are familiar with ideas and formats and won't be satisfied with standard nonsense..

The art of story-telling wont wither away but we have few with the skill sets to tell stories....no amount of SFX will/can replace story telling concepts..(songs will definitely go away from movies very soon)..

I absolutely agree with you...There are lot more moving parts in the future and aware of it. Some of them support the industry growth and few or not.
You have mentioned some of them that will play against the industry or actor/star's growth. The reason I mentioned population because it is the seed of any consumer demand. As younger generation joining more and more work force and watching movies in theater, the new demand will be shared by most of the top stars. In such cases, the market share of new demand for rajini/kamal will be low which means there will be a growth with declining growth rate. My gut feeling that this what happened in 80's. It's not MGR/Sivaji lost their hold on respective fan base. it's the new generation movie goers probably school and college kids like me preferred and connected with young rajini/kamal. This is just a natural cycle. My comparison is not to bring them down. It's always worth to understand the past when one looks the future.

I do believe that a story/screen play can not replace VFX/gimmicks At any point in time. Also i do not see any immediate change will take place in TFI where commercial cinema will be sidelined by art house. It would be more like commercial or masala movies is travelling in different path mostly inspired by hollywood extravaganzas. We all know 80's SPM masala did not work in 90s. In same way, this would happen to shankar also provided he does not update himself with changing dynamics of people interest. So far it looks he updates himself. I attribute this nature more on line with S curve when you reach mature stage one has to reinvent him/herslef otherwise he/she will be out of business. IMO, Rajini did it in 2005 and will do it in the near future also.

[thamiz]

Ranjith movie is not official yet. It is all rumors so far.:)

[vithagan]

Read somewhere that santhosh narayanan already started composing :-)

[Murali Srinivas]

Bagyaraj further developed his role with help of parthiban from what SAC was initially planned it. That's why one can see a typical bagyaraj under other's direction.

Naan Sigappu Manidhan was not written by SAC. It was a remake of a Hindi Film. The Hindi film was Aaj Ki Aawaaz that had Raj Babbar in the lead. If I remember correctly this was released in 1984. It was a huge hit in Hindi which prompted Telugu producer A.Poornachandra Rao to buy the remake rights of the movie in all South Indian languages. If I my memory serves me right.he produced the films in Tamil, Telugu and Malayalam [Not sure of Kannada]. While Suman acted in Telugu it was Mammootty in Malayalam [Ee Sabtham Innathe Sabtham] and Rajini in Tamil.

But though all were remakes there were variations as for as Tamil and Malayalam were concerned. For that matter even Hindi. Bagiyaraj's role was not much of an important character in the original but since Bagiyaraj was roped in [He was at his peak and it was rumoured that Poornachandra Rao paid a bomb to make him agree to do the side role and since he and Rajini had already shared screen space in Anbulla Rajinikanth (1984) the casting went without any issues] his role was made bigger to accommodate his image.

But during release, theatres witnessed clashes at least in the initial days. I for one saw it in person. The movie was released on 12th April 1985 and I had gone for the opening show at Madhu theatre in Madurai. The crowd was mammoth and in spite of having the tickets we friends found it very difficult to even get in. The opening credits itself created a ruckus. Neither Rajini's name nor Bagiyaraj's name would be shown and instead both would be shown standing together with folded hands.

Bagiyaraj's introduction would happen during interval [with the transistor carried by him would be blaring a MGR song] and Rajini fans got wild and interval time saw people exchanging blows. It took a great effort to bring peace. Though Rajini fans easily outnumbered the other fans [in fact Bagiyaraj's fans were only a handful but tactical support from theatre employees who were ADMK supporters helped them]. It was a 100 day movie, I remember.

That Tamil New Year period saw multiple releases and I, who was working outside Tamilnadu had come down to Madurai for the Tamil New Year function and saw all the movies and in fact saw the opening shows of movies by Kamal, Rajini and NT.

April 11th Thursday - Khakki Sattai - Central - Morining Opening Show

April 12th Friday - Naan Sigappu Manidhan - Madhu - Morning Opening Show

April 13th Saturday - Neethiyin Nizhal - Meenakshi - Morning Opening Show

April 13th Saturday - Udhaya Geetham - Sundaram - Night show

April 14th Sunday - Kalyana Agathigal - Sakthi - Night Show

April 15th Monday - Pillai Nila - Minipriya - Matinee Show

April 16th Tuesday - Padikkadha Pannaiyaar - Nadana - Matinee.

Leave was over and went back to work place on that Tuesday night.

அது ஒரு காலம்!

Regards

[Avadi to America]

Naan Sigappu Manidhan was not written by SAC. It was a remake of a Hindi Film. The Hindi film was Aaj Ki Aawaaz that had Raj Babbar in the lead. If I remember correctly this was released in 1984. It was a huge hit in Hindi which prompted Telugu producer A.Poornachandra Rao to buy the remake rights of the movie in all South Indian languages. If I my memory serves me right.he produced the films in Tamil, Telugu and Malayalam [Not sure of Kannada]. While Suman acted in Telugu it was Mammootty in Malayalam [Ee Sabtham Innathe Sabtham] and Rajini in Tamil.

But though all were remakes there were variations as for as Tamil and Malayalam were concerned. For that matter even Hindi. Bagiyaraj's role was not much of an important character in the original but since Bagiyaraj was roped in [He was at his peak and it was rumoured that Poornachandra Rao paid a bomb to make him agree to do the side role and since he and Rajini had already shared screen space in Anbulla Rajinikanth (1984) the casting went without any issues] his role was made bigger to accommodate his image.

But during release, theatres witnessed clashes at least in the initial days. I for one saw it in person. The movie was released on 12th April 1985 and I had gone for the opening show at Madhu theatre in Madurai. The crowd was mammoth and in spite of having the tickets we friends found it very difficult to even get in. The opening credits itself created a ruckus. Neither Rajini's name nor Bagiyaraj's name would be shown and instead both would be shown standing together with folded hands.

Bagiyaraj's introduction would happen during interval [with the transistor carried by him would be blaring a MGR song] and Rajini fans got wild and interval time saw people exchanging blows. It took a great effort to bring peace. Though Rajini fans easily outnumbered the other fans [in fact Bagiyaraj's fans were only a handful but tactical support from theatre employees who were ADMK supporters helped them]. It was a 100 day movie, I remember.

That Tamil New Year period saw multiple releases and I, who was working outside Tamilnadu had come down to Madurai for the Tamil New Year function and saw all the movies and in fact saw the opening shows of movies by Kamal, Rajini and NT.

April 11th Thursday - Khakki Sattai - Central - Morining Opening Show

April 12th Friday - Naan Sigappu Manidhan - Madhu - Morning Opening Show

April 13th Saturday - Neethiyin Nizhal - Meenakshi - Morning Opening Show

April 13th Saturday - Udhaya Geetham - Sundaram - Night show

April 14th Sunday - Kalyana Agathigal - Sakthi - Night Show

April 15th Monday - Pillai Nila - Minipriya - Matinee Show

April 16th Tuesday - Padikkadha Pannaiyaar - Nadana - Matinee.

Leave was over and went back to work place on that Tuesday night.

அது ஒரு காலம்!

Regards

Murali Sir, I completely forgot it was a Hindi remake... I know you are quite busy in other threads but please visit here whenever you find there is a factual error. Thanks for stop by... Irunthaalum ezhu naal ezu padam...unmayagavey athu oru kana kaalam thaan...

[Avadi to America]

Read somewhere that santhosh narayanan already started composing :-)

Are you serious?

[vithagan]

Are you serious?

'KOLA MASS' MUSIC FROM SANTHOSH NARAYANAN FOR RAJINIKANTH…



http://behindwoods.com/tamil-movies-cinema-news-15/images/santhosh-narayanan-starts-composing-for-rajinis-upcoming-film-with-director-ranjith-photos-pictures-stills.jpg

It’s more or less confirmed that Rajinikanth will be teaming up with director Ranjith for his next film. Apparently the technical pillars of the director’s last film Madras - Santhosh Narayanan (Music), Murali (Camera) & Praveen KL (Editing), have all been retained for Superstar’s next film.

Now the latest we hear is that Santhosh Narayanan, who has impressed us with his ‘Massy’ background score in films like Madras, Jigarthanda and Soodhu Kavvum has reportedly started working on his composition for the Rajini - Ranjith film.

Sounds very interesting indeed. We are waiting for some ‘Kola mass’ BGMs from Santhosh Narayanan which would elevate Rajinikanth’s already magnetic screen presence to a league of its own.

http://behindwoods.com/tamil-movies-cinema-news-15/santhosh-narayanan-starts-composing-for-rajinis-upcoming-film-with-director-ranjith.html

[Adox]

Are you serious?

Why .... good or bad ?

[Avadi to America]

Why .... good or bad ?

Nothing. things are happening very fast. that's why. He is good for newcomers not sure about big stars.....

[thamiz]

Santhosh Narayanan? Who is he? :)

[PARAMASHIVAN]

Is Rajni not taking a gamble here ? any way he "knows" better !

[Russellmvr]

Well cant exactly call it a Gamble... coz his last outings were with good hands and still failed to make the usual impact.
I wanted this to happen...!!

[omega]

Not sure if this is going to happen (Rajini-Ranjith-Santosh Narayan), if it does...

It is very cheap tactics by "Talentless lucky star". How dare he selects a director/music director who have been successful.
It is crystal clear that he can't bank on himself (remember none of his movies has run for him, its for the director, music director, heroines, comedians & his wig....) & wants to ride on the success of Ranjith-Santosh Narayan's success wave....What a talentless lucky star he is!!

[PARAMASHIVAN]

Well cant exactly call it a Gamble... coz his last outings were with good hands and still failed to make the usual impact.
I wanted this to happen...!!

KSR is hardly the "Good Hands "he used to be ...

[PARAMASHIVAN]

Not sure if this is going to happen (Rajini-Ranjith-Santosh Narayan), if it does...

It is very cheap tactics by "Talentless lucky star". How dare he selects a director/music director who have been successful.
It is crystal clear that he can't bank on himself (remember none of his movies has run for him, its for the director, music director, heroines, comedians & his wig....) & wants to ride on the success of Ranjith-Santosh Narayan's success wave....What a talentless lucky star he is!!

Lol, perhaps SS should include "Pooja Kumar" in his next film ... :lol2:

Such a Talentless "King of FLOPS", this Shivaji Rao is !

[Adox]

Sounds like a good plan by Shankar.

Director Shankar's next with Rajinikanth is said to be a Rupees 250 crore Mega venture that brings together the Superstar and Vikram together for the first time and speculations are rife that this could be the sequel to the blockbuster ‘Enthiran’ with some other reports suggesting a new script.

It is widely believed that A.R.Rahman is on board but Shankar has opted for acclaimed writer Jeyamohan instead of Subba who did ‘I’. Jeyamohan apart from his celebrated literary works has penned the scripts for such memorable films like ‘Naan Kadavul’, ‘Angadi Theru’, ‘Neerparavai’, ‘6 Mezhuguvarthigal’. The writer’s latest film project is Ulaganayagan Kamal Haasan’s soon to be released ‘Papanasam’. Jeyamohan’s depth in story telling and Shankar’s dream big approach to film making is sure to result in an unforgettable treat for Rajini fans and movie lovers.

[Poornima]

Sounds like a good plan by Shankar.

Director Shankar's next with Rajinikanth is said to be a Rupees 250 crore Mega venture that brings together the Superstar and Vikram together for the first time and speculations are rife that this could be the sequel to the blockbuster ‘Enthiran’ with some other reports suggesting a new script.

It is widely believed that A.R.Rahman is on board but Shankar has opted for acclaimed writer Jeyamohan instead of Subba who did ‘I’. Jeyamohan apart from his celebrated literary works has penned the scripts for such memorable films like ‘Naan Kadavul’, ‘Angadi Theru’, ‘Neerparavai’, ‘6 Mezhuguvarthigal’. The writer’s latest film project is Ulaganayagan Kamal Haasan’s soon to be released ‘Papanasam’. Jeyamohan’s depth in story telling and Shankar’s dream big approach to film making is sure to result in an unforgettable treat for Rajini fans and movie lovers.

there are reports on anirudh being roped in for this.

[PARAMASHIVAN]

Why Vikram ? Rajni him self should do the -ve role !

[PARAMASHIVAN]

Sounds like a good plan by Shankar.

Director Shankar's next with Rajinikanth is said to be a Rupees 250 crore Mega venture that brings together the Superstar and Vikram together for the first time and speculations are rife that this could be the sequel to the blockbuster ‘Enthiran’ with some other reports suggesting a new script.

It is widely believed that A.R.Rahman is on board but Shankar has opted for acclaimed writer Jeyamohan instead of Subba who did ‘I’. Jeyamohan apart from his celebrated literary works has penned the scripts for such memorable films like ‘Naan Kadavul’, ‘Angadi Theru’, ‘Neerparavai’, ‘6 Mezhuguvarthigal’. The writer’s latest film project is Ulaganayagan Kamal Haasan’s soon to be released ‘Papanasam’. Jeyamohan’s depth in story telling and Shankar’s dream big approach to film making is sure to result in an unforgettable treat for Rajini fans and movie lovers.

source please ?

[Adox]

source please ?

http://www.indiaglitz.com/writer-jeyamohan-joins-shankar-for-rajinis-enthiran-2-tamil-news-132640.html

dont be so nervous about Vikram doing a negative role! He'll do justice to the role ... and you have to trust Shankar ;)

[PARAMASHIVAN]

http://www.indiaglitz.com/writer-jeyamohan-joins-shankar-for-rajinis-enthiran-2-tamil-news-132640.html

dont be so nervous about Vikram doing a negative role! He'll do justice to the role ... and you have to trust Shankar ;)

As an Actor he has "Always" done "more" than justice to his roles.. but I am not sure he has the charisma to Match Rajni like the great Raghuvaran did... but there is another problem , if this is the case and the Film becomes a BB and shatters Endhiran records, "Opposite" camp la" because of vikram this became a blockbuster" nu vadai suduvanga :lol2:

[thamiz]

Is Shankar really going to do enthiran-2? :)

[mappi]

Rajini Round 2 - Nineties Rajini

http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g25/tamilworld/athisayapiravi10iw.jpg

... Coming Soon ...

http://ak-hdl.buzzfed.com/static/2014-12/10/10/tmp/webdr03/anigif_mobile_e0a69bfb16c3c45b41be65b9a10dbc29-2.gif

[kumarsr]

http://www.thehindu.com/features/cinema/a-new-age-a-new-image/article7188247.ece
A new age, a new image

The million-dollar question in Kollywood is this: What next for superstar Rajinikanth? The grapevine has been abuzz that Rajinikanth had met new-generation filmmaker Pa. Ranjith, who has made Attakathi and Madras. Ever since the news broke, social media has been going berserk with rumours and updates including a ‘first look’ pic from the flick.

The rumour mill had it that Rajinikanth was very impressed with the script and that he had allotted bulk dates and it would be produced by veteran distributor and producer Kalaipuli S. Thanu. In fact, it was Thanu, who in the early 1980s, gave the famous ‘Superstar’ tag to Rajinikanth, in the posters of one of the films he distributed. The proposed Ranjith film is said to be a quickie, ready for Pongal 2016 release.

However, sources close to Rajinikanth have said that there is nothing official about this news, and the superstar is in discussion with various directors regarding his next film. Kalaipuli S. Thanu, when contacted, said: “I have no comments to make at the moment. I would love to make a film with the superstar, as and when it happens, God willing.”

Rajinikanth is in a piquant situation. His last release Lingaa failed at the box office and the subsequent controversies between producers and distributors over refunds left a bad taste. Lingaa was made by one of his most trusted directors, KS Ravikumar, with whom he had given one of his biggest hits, Padayappa. Rajinikanth realises that if he has to reinvent himself as a saleable star again, he has to work with a new-generation director, who understands the pulse of today’s youth audiences. The formula chiselled out of his larger-than-life image – which worked for him over the years, till Shankar’s Enthiran (2010) – is no longer hot at the box office.

The superstar needs to rework his image within the popular commercial format, with a new team that can think out of the box. Rajinikanth is still the biggest brand down south and has terrific recall value. The superstar has been meeting and brain-storming story ideas with directors like Shankar, Sundar. C, Raghava Lawrence and Pa Ranjith.

A source close to the development said: “If you take Rajinikanth’s or any big star’s career, they always prefer to work with directors who are not only on the same page but also on the same wavelength. It’s the comfort level that matters. But after some time familiarity sets in, and at that stage, you have to move on and work with young people who can give a new image that may work at the box office.”

The trade feels that for Rajinikanth to have a new lease of life at the box office, he not only needs a hit, but a producer who will market the film effectively. Trade experts believe that his last two films were sold at an unreasonable price, with the middleman walking away with the profits. One of Rajinikanth’s biggest strengths during the 1980s and 90s was his producers. He always worked with the best of banners and had a regular set of distributors who made his films financially viable. And he was one of the few stars who compensated the distributor and producer if his film failed, as Baba did.

Seventy-five per cent of the total theatrical revenue of a Rajinikanth film comes from Tamil Nadu, while it is 85 to 90 per cent for other big heroes. In TN, there is a cap on ticket rates and a film will have to carry a ‘U’ censor certificate if it has to be eligible for an entertainment tax exemption.

All this limits the amount that can be collected from theatrical revenue in the state. The international market for Tamil films is booming while the market in the rest of India is stagnant. Lingaa’s Hindi and Telugu versions were duds at the box office.

In today’s market scenario, where big-hero films are falling like nine pins at the box office, Rajinikanth knows the importance of the budget. The onus is on him to keep the budget of his new film under control. The market rumour is that he dropped Shankar and Raghava Lawrence as their budgets were more than Rs. 100 crore, something not feasible at the moment. As a comparison, the cost of the first copy of Salman Khan’s new film Bajrangi Bhaijaan is only Rs.75 crore.

Pa Ranjith is said to have got the nod as his script was good and will give the superstar an all-new image, and could be made on a very reasonable budget. The buzz is that he has roped in Kalaipuli S. Thanu, the president of the powerful Tamil Film Producers Council (TFPC), as producer. Thanu understands the Tamil film market and there will not be any marketing headaches or release tension.

The latest we hear is that there will be an official announcement shortly.

[Poornima]

Rajinikanth to start shooting in Malaysia?
By MOVIEBUZZ
Source: SIFY
Last Updated: Thu, May 14, 2015 11:03 hrs

An official confirmation is expected from Superstar Rajinikanth but buzz in Kollywood strongly say that Pa Ranjith will be directing his next film. Kalaipuli S Thanu will be producing it on first copy basis while the theatrical rights are likely to be handed over to a big corporate house.

The latest buzz is that the first schedule will kick start in Malaysia and Rajinikanth will be playing a gangster in the film but sources close to both Ranjith and Thanu are tight lipped about the project.

We also hear that music composer Santhosh Narayanan has started composing music for the film and an official confirmation is soon to be expected from the team.

[PARAMASHIVAN]

enathu Sundar C kooda under consideration ah ? :shock:

[PARAMASHIVAN]

http://www.sify.com/movies/rajinikanth-to-start-shooting-in-malaysia-news-tamil-pfoldegfciggb.html

[thamiz]

Did not Poornima post this link in the last page, Raghu? :)

[thamiz]

I checked out Santhosh Narayanan. His wiki page says, Rajini's next movie name is "Don Right!" :)

[Russellmvr]

I checked out Santhosh Narayanan. His wiki page says, Rajini's next movie name is "Don Right!" :)

Telugu movie title pola... evano summa kozhuththi potta title..!!

[PARAMASHIVAN]

Did not Poornima post this link in the last page, Raghu? :)

Oh :oops:

[PARAMASHIVAN]

I checked out Santhosh Narayanan. His wiki page says, Rajini's next movie name is "Don Right!" :)

Don't think so , too much of a mokkai title .

[PARAMASHIVAN]

http://www.tamilboxoffice1.com/p/blog-page.html

http://www.tamilboxoffice1.com/p/top-20-all-time-box-office-malaysia.html

http://www.tamilboxoffice1.com/p/top-20-all-time-box-office-australia.html

http://www.tamilboxoffice1.com/p/top-25-all-time-box-office-united-states.html

http://www.tamilboxoffice1.com/2015/04/all-time-top-entrees-france.html#more

Just look at the "Talent less" and super "FLOP" star 's FLOP list above :lol2:

[PARAMASHIVAN]

Folks

Was "Athisaya priavi" a BB ?? I thought it was a mokka film!

[Poornima]

Folks

Was "Athisaya priavi" a BB ?? I thought it was a mokka film!

resounding flop.
but it has its moments. the rajni-vinuC-VKR bits were more fun than some of the successful rajni-SPM films.
rare (for that time) rajini film without an SPB track; malaysia vasudevan sang all the six.

[PARAMASHIVAN]

resounding flop.
but it has its moments. the rajni-vinuC-VKR bits were more fun than some of the successful rajni-SPM films.
rare (for that time) rajini film without an SPB track; malaysia vasudevan sang all the six.

Yes indeed! infact Tharmathin thalaivan did not have any SPB songs as well..

[Poornima]

Yes indeed! infact Tharmathin thalaivan did not have any SPB songs as well..

thenmadurai vaigai nadhi is an SPB number.

[PARAMASHIVAN]

thenmadurai vaigai nadhi is an SPB number.

Sorry I meant "dharma yutham" :) and welcome back poornima :)

[rsubras]

resounding flop.
but it has its moments. the rajni-vinuC-VKR bits were more fun than some of the successful rajni-SPM films.
rare (for that time) rajini film without an SPB track; malaysia vasudevan sang all the six.
CHO had more screen time than VKR if i am right.....

and did they get rights from S.Ve.Shekar since that episode was so similar to Kaadhula Poo drama

[Poornima]

CHO had more screen time than VKR if i am right.....

and did they get rights from S.Ve.Shekar since that episode was so similar to Kaadhula Poo drama

yeah, Cho even does his own brand of political commentary in some of the scenes.
not sure about the SVS connection, Athisayapiravi is the remake of a Chiranjeevi starrer.

[vithagan]

சிறப்புப் பார்வை: தன்னை மாற்றிக்கொண்ட ரஜினி!

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ரஜினியிடம் போய் எப்படிக் கதை சொல்லி ஓகே பண்ணினார் இயக்குநர் ரஞ்சித் என்பதுதான் தற்போது தமிழ்த் திரையுலகில் எழுப்பப்படும் ஆச்சரியமான கேள்வி. ஆனால், ரஜினியிடம் போய் கதை சொல்ல வைத்து இப்படத்துக்கு ‘அ' போட்டுத் தொடங்கி வைத்தவர் செளந்தர்யா ரஜினிகாந்த்.
செளந்தர்யா - ரஞ்சித் நட்பு
செளந்தர்யா ரஜினிகாந்த் தயாரிப்பில் வெங்கட் பிரபு இயக்கிய 'கோவா' படத்தில் வெங்கட் பிரபுவிடம் உதவி இயக்குநராகப் பணியாற்றியவர் ரஞ்சித். அப்போதிலிருந்தே செளந்தர்யாவுக்கு இயக்குநர் ரஞ்சித்தைத் தெரியும்.
ரஜினிகாந்த் தனது அடுத்த படத்துக்காக பல்வேறு இயக்குநர்களிடம் கதை விவாதத்தில் ஈடுபட்டுவந்தார். அப்போது, “எனக்கு ஏற்ற மாதிரி கார்த்திக் சுப்புராஜ், ரஞ்சித் போன்ற இளம் இயக்குநர்கள் கதை வைத்திருப்பார்களா?” என்ற கேள்வியை எழுப்பியிருக்கிறார் ரஜினி செளந்தர்யாவுடம். ரஞ்சித்தை அழைத்து, “அப்பாவுக்கு ஏற்ற மாதிரி ஏதும் கதை இருக்கா?” என்று அவர் கேட்க அவரிடம் ஒரு வரிக் கதை ஒன்றைச் சொல்லியிருக்கிறார்.
ரஜினி - ரஞ்சித் சந்திப்பு
செளந்தர்யாவுக்கு கதை பிடித்துவிட, ரஜினியைச் சந்திக்க நேரம் வாங்கி கொடுத்திருக்கிறார். ரஜினி - ரஞ்சித் இருவரும் கதை குறித்து விவாதித்திருக்கிறார்கள். முதல் சந்திப்பிலேயே ரஞ்சித் சொன்ன கதை, ரஜினிக்கு மிகவும் பிடித்திருக்கிறது. “சூப்பரா இருக்கு” என்று ரஞ்சித்தைக் கட்டிப்பிடித்துப் பாராட்டியிருக்கிறார் ரஜினி. “உடனடியாக முழுக் கதையையும் தயார் பண்ணுங்கள்” என்றவுடன், “முழுக்கதையும் என்னிடம் தயாராக இருக்கிறது” என்று தெரிவித்திருக்கிறார் ரஞ்சித்.
மகிழ்ச்சி அடைந்த ரஜினி, “தயாரிப்பாளர் தாணுவைப் போய் பாருங்கள். எனது 25 ஆண்டு கால நண்பர் அவர்” என்று ரஞ்சித்தை தாணுவிடம் அனுப்பி இருக்கிறார் ரஜினி.
தயாரிப்பாளர் தாணுவைச் சந்தித்துப் பேசியிருக்கிறார் இயக்குநர் ரஞ்சித். “ரஜினி சார் பேசினார். 30 நாட்கள் கால்ஷீட் தருகிறேன் என்று தெரிவித்தார். நான் அவரிடம் 45 நாட்கள் கேட்டு வாங்கியிருக்கிறேன். 45 நாட்கள் ரஜினி சம்பந்தப்பட்ட காட்சிகள், 45 நாட்கள் ரஜினி இல்லாத காட்சிகள். ஆக மொத்தம் 90 நாட்களில் படப்பிடிப்பு முடிக்க வேண்டும். பொங்கலுக்குப் படத்தை வெளியிடத் திட்டமிட்டிருக்கிறேன்” என்று இயக்குநர் ரஞ்சித்திடம் தெரிவித்திருக்கிறார் தாணு.
தாணுவின் இந்த வேகமான முடிவுகள், ரஞ்சித்தை மிகவும் சந்தோஷமடைய வைத்திருக்கின்றன. இதைத் தொடர்ந்து ரஜினி - ரஞ்சித் - தாணு கூட்டணி இறுதி செய்யப்பட்டிருக்கிறது.
கதைக் களம்
ரஜினியை ரஞ்சித் முதல் முறை சந்தித்துப் பேசும்போது, இரண்டு நாயகர்களை வைத்து நட்பு, துரோகம் ஆகியவற்றை மையக் கருத்தாகக் கொண்ட கதையைச் சொல்லியிருக்கிறார். ரஜினிக்கு அந்தக் கதை மிகவும் பிடித்துவிட்டது. அதனைத் தொடர்ந்து இரண்டாவது முறையும் ரஜினி - ரஞ்சித் சந்திப்பு நடைபெற்றது. அப்போது “ரஞ்சித், இந்த இரண்டு நாயகர்கள் என்பது நன்றாக இருக்கிறது. இக்கதையை ஒரே நாயகனாக மாற்றினால் எப்படி இருக்கும்?” என்று கேட்டிருக்கிறார் ரஜினி.
“நன்றாகதான் இருக்கும் சார்..” என்று கூறி அந்த இடத்திலேயே, ஒரே நாயகன் என்றால் இப்படிப் பண்ணலாம் என்று தெரிவித்திருக்கிறார். உடனடியாகத் தயாரா என்று ரஞ்சித்தைத் தோளைத் தட்டிப் பாராட்டியிருக்கிறார் ரஜினி.
ரஜினி படங்களில் வரும் ஸ்டைல்கள் ரஜினி உருவாக்கியவையாகவே இருக்கும். “இந்தப் படத்தில் நீங்கள் இப்படி எல்லாம் பண்ணினால் நன்றாக இருக்கும்” என்று சில ஸ்டைல்களைச் செய்து காட்டியிருக்கிறார் ரஞ்சித். தனது அடுத்த படத்தின் இயக்குநர் ரஞ்சித்தான் என்று ரஜினி கூற ஆரம்பித்தது அவர் செய்துகாட்டிய ஸ்டைல்களைப் பார்த்த பிறகுதான் என்கிறார்கள்.
இக்கதையில் விவசாயம், அரசியல், எனக் கருத்துகள் என எதுவுமே கிடையாது. ஒரே ஒரு இடத்தில் அரசியல் இருக்கிறது. அக்காட்சியில்கூட ரஜினி இருக்க மாட்டார் என்கிறார்கள்.
புதிய ஒப்பந்தம்
இப்படத்துக்குத் தாணுதான் தயாரிப்பாளர் என்பதில் முதலிலிருந்தே உறுதியாக இருந்திருக்கிறார் ரஜினி. 'லிங்கா' படத்தைப் போலப் பல தயாரிப்பாளர்கள் மாறக் கூடாது என்று முடிவு செய்து, எந்த ஒரு நிறுவனத்துடனும் இப்படத்துக்காக ஒப்பந்தம் செய்யாதீர்கள். உங்கள் பட நிறுவனத்தின் பெயரில்தான் முழுப் படமும் இருக்க வேண்டும், வெளியாகவும் வேண்டும் என்று ரஜினி கூறினாராம். இதைப் பட ஒப்பந்தத்திலும் சேர்க்க வேண்டும் என்று ரஜினி கூறிவிட்டார் எனத் தெரிகிறது.
அதேபோல, ரஜினி படம் என்றாலே அவருக்கு சில ஏரியாக்கள் விநியோக உரிமை கொடுப்பார்கள். இப்படத்தில் அது போல எதுவுமே கிடையாது. சம்பளம் மட்டும் வாங்கிக்கொள்ள திட்டமிட்டிருக்கிறார் ரஜினி. வெளியீட்டுச் சமயத்தில் எந்த ஒரு பிரச்சினை வந்தாலும் தாணு மட்டுமே பொறுப்பு என்பதை படத்தின் அதிகாரபூர்வ அறிவிப்பு வெளியாகும்போதே அறிவிக்கவும் படக் குழு திட்டமிட்டிருக்கிறது.
என்னவானது ‘எந்திரன் 2' ?
‘லிங்கா' படத்துக்குப் பிறகு ஷங்கர் - ரஜினி இருவரும் பேசிய கதை 'எந்திரன் 2'. அப்படத்தை ஐங்கரன் நிறுவனம் தயாரிக்க, லைக்கா நிறுவனம் நிதியளிக்க முன்வந்தது. அப்படத்துக்கான பணிகள் துரிதமாக நடைபெற்றுவந்தன. படத்தின் கதைப்படி வில்லன் பாத்திரமும் நாயகனுக்கு நிகரானது என்றார்கள். ரஜினிக்கு வில்லன் என்றபோது கமல் நடித்தால் எப்படி இருக்கும் என்று நினைத்து கேட்க, கமலோ முடியாது என்று கூறிவிட்டார்.
அதனைத் தொடர்ந்து விக்ரமை நடிக்க வைக்கலாம் என்று ஆலோசித்துவருகிறார்கள். கோடை விடுமுறைக்கு விக்ரம், ஷங்கர் இருவருமே தங்களது குடும்பத்தோடு வெளிநாடு சுற்றுலா சென்றிருக்கிறார்கள். அவர்கள் சென்னை திரும்பியவுடன் ‘எந்திரன் 2'வுக்கான பேச்சுவார்த்தை நடைபெற இருக்கிறது.
ரஜினி ரஞ்சித் கூட்டணி இளம் இயக்குநர்களின் படைப்பாற்றக்லுக்குக் கிடைத்த மிகப் பெரிய பாராட்டு என்று பரவலாகக் கருதப்படுகிறது. சமகாலத் தமிழ் சினிமா சூழலுக்கு ஏற்பத் தன்னை வடிவமைத்துக்கொள்ள ரஜினி முன்வந்ததை அவருடைய ரசிகர்கள் மட்டுமின்றிப் பல்வேறு இயக்குநர்களும் வரவேற்றிருக்கிறார்கள்.

[PARAMASHIVAN]

http://www.sify.com/movies/ar-murugadoss-imitates-superstar-rajinikanth-news-tamil-pftqkAjbefidf.html

[vithagan]

இந்த செய்தி எந்த அளவு உண்மை என்று தெரியவில்லை .. உண்மையாய் இருக்கும் பட்ச்சதில் சிலருக்கு வயிறு எரியும் :)


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ரஜினிகாந்த்தின் அடுத்த 2 படங்களின் பட்ஜெட் ரூ. 370 கோடியாமே!

சென்னை: சூப்பர் ஸ்டார் ரஜினியின் அடுத்த இரு படங்களுக்கான பட்ஜெட் முறையே 70 கோடி மற்றும் 300 கோடி என்று கூறுகிறார்கள். அதாவது மொத்த பட்ஜெட் 370 கோடி ரூபாய். ரஜினி அடுத்ததாக இயக்குனர் ஷங்கர் மற்றும் ரஞ்சித் ஆகியோரின் படங்களில் அடுத்தடுத்து நடிக்க இருக்கிறார். முதலில் ரஞ்சித்தின் படத்தில் நடிக்கவுள்ளார். இந்தப் படத்தின் பட்ஜெட் ரூ. 70 கோடி. இதை கலைப்புலி தாணு தயாரிக்கிறார். ஷங்கரின் இயக்கத்தில் நடிக்க இருக்கும் பிரமாண்டமான படத்திற்கு லைகா நிறுவனம் 300 கோடி ரூபாய் தாரை வார்க்கத் தயாராக உள்ளதாம்.

http://tamil.filmibeat.com/img/2015/05/19-1432041805-rajini-new-600.jpg
இரண்டு படங்கள் ரஞ்சித்தின் புதிய படத்திலும் இயக்குனர் ஷங்கரின் அடுத்த படத்திலும் நடிக்கிறார் ரஜினி. இதில் ஷங்கரின் படம் மிகவும் பிரமாண்டமாக எடுக்கப் பட உள்ளதாம். எந்திரன் 2 வா அல்லது வேறு படமா? ஷங்கரின் இயக்கத்தில் ரஜினி நடிக்கும் படம் எந்திரன் 2 வாக இருக்குமா அல்லது வேறு புதுப் படத்தை ஆரம்பிக்கிறாரா என்று புதிதாக பேசவுள்ளனர். ஏன் லேட் எந்திரன் 2 படத்தில் ஹீரோவுக்கு சமமான வில்லன் வேடத்தில் நடிக்க எந்த பெரிய நடிகரும் தயாராக இல்லை. விக்ரமை அணுகி உள்ளதாக தகவல்கள் வெளியான நிலையில் அதைப் பற்றிய எந்த செய்தியும் இன்னும் உறுதியாகவில்லை. வில்லனாக ஷாருக்கான் தற்போது இந்தி நடிகர் ஷாருக்கானை நடிக்க வைக்க இருப்பதாக கூறுகிறார்கள். தமிழ், இந்தி என இரு மொழிகளில் எடுக்கப்படும் இந்த படத்தில் தமிழில் ஷாருக்கான் வில்லனாகவும் இந்தியில் ரஜினி வில்லனாகவும் வருவது போன்று காட்சிகள் அமைக்கப்பட இருப்பதாக பேசப்படுகிறது. ரஜினியின் சம்பளம் எவ்வளவு ரஞ்சித் படத்திற்கு 30 கோடி ரூபாயும் ஷங்கர் படத்திற்கு 50 கோடி ரூபாயும் ரஜினிக்கு சம்பளம் பேசப்பட்டு உள்ளதாம். இது தவிர வியாபாரத் தொகையில் ஒரு குறிப்பிட்ட சதவீதம் ரஜினிக்கு தயாரிப்பாளர்கள் கொடுக்கவுள்ளனராம். எப்போது வெளிவரும் படங்கள் 2016 பொங்கலுக்கு ரஞ்சித் படமும் 2017 பொங்கலுக்கு ஷங்கர் படமும் வெளியிடத் திட்டமிட்டு இருக்கிறார்களாம். ஆனால் எந்தத் தகவலும் வழக்கம் போல அதிகாரப்பூர்வமாக வெளியாகவில்லை.

Read more at: http://tamil.filmibeat.com/news/rajini-next-two-movies-total-budget-rs-370-crores-034673.html

[PARAMASHIVAN]

இந்தி நடிகர் ஷாருக்கானை நடிக்க வைக்க இருப்பதாக கூறுகிறார்கள்

[FONT=latha]Read more at: http://tamil.filmibeat.com/news/rajini-next-two-movies-total-budget-rs-370-crores-034673.html

Suthum!

[Cinemarasigan]

Need not worry Paramu... Most probably it will be Vikram..

[PARAMASHIVAN]

Need not worry Paramu... Most probably it will be Vikram..

I don't care who it is, as long as it is not SRK, :) SRK will simply not work for "Dravidian" Audience !

[Adox]

SUPERSTAR RAJINI - RANJITH'S NEXT - SINGAM 'SINGLEA' DAN VARA POGUDHA ?

The Superstar Rajini - Pa. Ranjith film is unarguably the most expected upcoming movie in K-Town. Ever since talks about the film surfaced, fans and movie buffs have been going bonkers over it in total excitement. The technical crew of Madras (Santhosh Narayanan, G.Murali and Praveen KL) is set to work in this film too. It must be noted that there has been nothing official about this film, as yet.

The latest buzz doing the rounds is that Rajini may not be having any female pair in the film, where he is touted to play an ageing gangster. Though the film ought to have female actors as part of the cast, it is said that Rajini wouldn't be having a love interest or such, in the film. We have to go back many many years to find a film where Rajini didn't have an onscreen pair. Sounds super-exciting indeed !

Now, let's wait for the much-expected official word from the team.

-BW

[PARAMASHIVAN]

The latest buzz doing the rounds is that Rajini may not be having any female pair in the film, where he is touted to play an ageing gangster. Though the film ought to have female actors as part of the cast, it is said that Rajini wouldn't be having a love interest or such, in the film. We have to go back many many years to find a film where Rajini didn't have an onscreen pair. Sounds super-exciting indeed !



-BW

If this is true, it would be "Awesome" !!

[vithagan]

If this is true, it would be "Awesome" !!

+1....

[rsubras]

If this is true, it would be "Awesome" !!


+1....

+1, Whenever Rajini played old, he rocked and his performance was awesome......like Netrikann, Padaiyappa, (aberrations: Arunachalam, Muthu, Valli, Dharmadurai which did not have much scope though)

[lord_labakudoss]

+1, Whenever Rajini played old, he rocked and his performance was awesome......like Netrikann, Padaiyappa, (aberrations: Arunachalam, Muthu, Valli, Dharmadurai which did not have much scope though)

Dharmadurai had its moments though .... It had one of the best ever intro scenes for Thalaivar, IMO... And I remember going bonkers with the rest of the FDFS crowd when he retaliates to protect his brothers...

[PARAMASHIVAN]

+1, Whenever Rajini played old, he rocked and his performance was awesome......like Netrikann, Padaiyappa, (aberrations: Arunachalam, Muthu, Valli, Dharmadurai which did not have much scope though)

Yes he was just awesome in such roles, and he simpley excels in sadist/villain roles, too many examples to prove this from his late 70's BW movies, esp the movies involving KH.

Not to mention the father role in Annamalai, Malai da anna malai ! :smokesmile::smokesmile:

[PARAMASHIVAN]

Welcome back LL :)

[Adox]

Suthum!

Param .. your dream may be coming true :banghead:
Hope its someone's ripe imagination ..

Mega Superstar as Villain for Rajinikanth

The latest buzz about the upcoming Rupees 300 Crore Magnum Opus from the Shankar-Rajini Combo is that Bollywood Badshah Shahrukh Khan has been approached to play the parallel lead.

According to sources the scenario would be that Rajini will play the hero in Tamil while Shahrukh will be the villain and in the Hindi version Shahrukh would be the hero and Rajini the villain. Earlier it was reported that Aamir Khan and Vikram had been offered the role but it now looks certain that the two Mega Stars of Indian Cinema , Shahrukh Khan and Rajinikanth will combine onscreen under Shankar's direction to give a world class movie for fans. Official announcement regarding this is expected early next week.

http://www.indiaglitz.com/mega-superstar-as-villain-for-rajinikanth-tamil-news-133470.html

[PARAMASHIVAN]

Param .. your dream may be coming true :banghead:
Hope its someone's ripe imagination ..

Mega Superstar as Villain for Rajinikanth

The latest buzz about the upcoming Rupees 300 Crore Magnum Opus from the Shankar-Rajini Combo is that Bollywood Badshah Shahrukh Khan has been approached to play the parallel lead.

According to sources the scenario would be that Rajini will play the hero in Tamil while Shahrukh will be the villain and in the Hindi version Shahrukh would be the hero and Rajini the villain. Earlier it was reported that Aamir Khan and Vikram had been offered the role but it now looks certain that the two Mega Stars of Indian Cinema , Shahrukh Khan and Rajinikanth will combine onscreen under Shankar's direction to give a world class movie for fans. Official announcement regarding this is expected early next week.

http://www.indiaglitz.com/mega-superstar-as-villain-for-rajinikanth-tamil-news-133470.html

:banghead: :banghead:

Waste , utter waste! I hope it is not true, BTW Yarappaa intha "Mega Superstar " title ellam SRK ku kuduthathu !! :sigh2:

If this is "money making "plan aimed to attract our long lost "Persian cousins" , then this is not going to work .... Remember how Ra1 flopped miserably ?

[PARAMASHIVAN]

Param .. your dream may be coming true :banghead:
Hope its someone's ripe imagination ..

Mega Superstar as Villain for Rajinikanth

The latest buzz about the upcoming Rupees 300 Crore Magnum Opus from the Shankar-Rajini Combo is that Bollywood Badshah Shahrukh Khan has been approached to play the parallel lead.

According to sources the scenario would be that Rajini will play the hero in Tamil while Shahrukh will be the villain and in the Hindi version Shahrukh would be the hero and Rajini the villain. Earlier it was reported that Aamir Khan and Vikram had been offered the role but it now looks certain that the two Mega Stars of Indian Cinema , Shahrukh Khan and Rajinikanth will combine onscreen under Shankar's direction to give a world class movie for fans. Official announcement regarding this is expected early next week.

http://www.indiaglitz.com/mega-superstar-as-villain-for-rajinikanth-tamil-news-133470.html

I hope SRK rejects this, and hope Shanker does not fall for SRK "crocodile type" Rajni puhazhuvying !!! This mokkai already made mockery out of Kollywood with his "Lungi dance" koothu !!

[PARAMASHIVAN]

Rajni as "villain" would excel for sure though!!

[lord_labakudoss]

Welcome back LL :)
Thanks, Param... But engeyum poagalai... Usually all over the Hub in silent stalker mode. :)

[mappi]

Rajini Club Mix
[DJ : MSV & Mottai]

5/ Sivappu Sooriyan : Bhoologam Ellamey Yen Area

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MieAa8NtP24

4/ Nallavanukku Nallavan : Bhoologam Mailogam Onnaga Parpoma

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eShjboZBnvg

3/ Pandiyan : Podathey thappu Kannaku, Eralam Namba Saraku

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CqiQ8T8IVgk

2/ Dharmathin Thalaivan : Va ma parpoma, Aadi parpoma

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eYhwE61Jd4k

1/ Naan Mahaan Alla : Un Mela Oru Kannu

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2qc-wib7zKg

[Avadi to America]

Rajini Club Mix
[DJ : MSV & Mottai]

5/ Sivappu Sooriyan : Bhoologam Ellamey Yen Area

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MieAa8NtP24

4/ Nallavanukku Nallavan : Bhoologam Mailogam Onnaga Parpoma

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eShjboZBnvg

3/ Pandiyan : Podathey thappu Kannaku, Eralam Namba Saraku

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CqiQ8T8IVgk

2/ Dharmathin Thalaivan : Va ma parpoma, Aadi parpoma

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eYhwE61Jd4k

1/ Naan Mahaan Alla : Un Mela Oru Kannu

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2qc-wib7zKg

My favorite is " Nallavanukku Nallavan".... Mottai used KJY very well in a dance beat.

[PARAMASHIVAN]

Nallavanakku nallavan had amazing songs (chittuku chella chittuku, unnai thane) by KJY, but "vachukava unnai mattum" song by default should have gone to SPB, such energetic fast based songs are not KJY "piece of cake" , another similar example is "thanni thotti thedi vantha kannu kutti naan " from sindhu bhairavi .

[PARAMASHIVAN]

http://www.sify.com/movies/no-heroine-in-rajini---ranjith-film--news-tamil-pf2q6bbabhedb.html

[cm123]

Film by Director Ranjith is confirmed officially.

[cm123]

Music by Santosh Narayanan and ither tech crew also from Madras team. A complete new team for Thalaivar.

[omega]

Music by Santosh Narayanan and ither tech crew also from Madras team. A complete new team for Thalaivar.

The much needed change in quite sometime....
Great news!!

[cm123]

http://tamil.filmibeat.com/news/rajinikanth-s-new-movie-officially-announced-034880.html#slide34459

[mappi]

Pikka Balamundi, Yuvakula Pakka Balamundi,
Andaga Devudi Toddundi, Adugidu Thalaiva.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yHywstX5irE

Nuvu Paruge Chepattu, Kootee Chamite Chindettu,
Bandalu Renduga Pagilettu, Talapadu Thalaiva.

[Avadi to America]

http://tamil.filmibeat.com/news/rajinikanth-s-new-movie-officially-announced-034880.html

http://behindwoods.com/tamil-movies-cinema-news-15/director-ranjith-of-attakathi-and-madras-confirms-his-next-project-with-rajinikanth.html

[Avadi to America]

soundarya rajnikanth ‏@soundaryaarajni 4h4 hours ago
Appa s next confirmed :):):) Thanu uncle and @beemji are going to rock this one !!!

RIAZ K AHMED ‏@RIAZtheboss 57m57 minutes ago
@superstarrajini Kanth's Next Film Directed by Pa. Ranjith, Produced by Kalaipulli S.Dhanu - Watch Zee Tamil's TOP10 today @ 10.30pm -

Nikkil Murugan ‏@onlynikil 5h5 hours ago
Its Official Now! I hve twitted that @superstarrajini to do movie with Director Ranjith on May 3rd. Now its been confirmed by the team.
Since the words uttered from horse mouth, I believe people now can understand that my news is not a rumour

Santhosh Narayanan to compose music for @superstarrajini movie & Murali J to handle the Cinematography. Editing by Praveel KL

The Dashing Duo Anbu & Arivu to do the Stunts for @superstarrajini's movie. They have also worked in Madras and @Udhaystalin *ing Gethu

Shoots scheduled to start from Aug in Malaysia & to be continued in Thailand, Hongkong and in Chennai.

[Avadi to America]

it's time to start a separate thread for the movie....

[cm123]

Let's wait for the movie title. Seems to be the first movie that we don't know title even after official announcement.

[Avadi to America]

you are right... Ok. let's start who wants to start the thread... through some catchy titles we will fill the movie title later...

[omega]

Whoever opens the thread add the tag line "Talentless lucky star" for Thalaivar please....

[PARAMASHIVAN]

Whoever opens the thread add the tag line "Talentless lucky star" for Thalaivar please....

and don't forget the WIG !

[mappi]

Rajini-Yesudas Combo

Aval Oru Thodar Kathai - Dheivam Thantha Veedu (Other Language - Telugu - Classic)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RllsvcZxqzo

Oorkavalan - Edutha Sabadam (Pathos)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=guTMK89kn9A

Puthukavithai - Vaare Vaa (Duet)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qQJxLzbl1eQ

Baasha - Thanga magan (Fantasy)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=odl5G_wKR3o

Priya - Akarai Cheemai (Melody)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ybU9HuUA8Y

Sri Raghavendrar - Mazhaikkoru Devane (Devotional)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q1_hopr_Izs

[Adox]

Rajinikanth's Next, With A Young Director, Will Finally Have Him Play His Own Age

At the age of 64, Rajinikanth has decided to get out of his comfort zone. After the lukewarm responses to his last two films — the animated 'Kochadaiyaan' and the formulaic 'Lingaa', both released last year — the superstar is doing his next film with up-and-coming young director Pa. Ranjith, who is only two films old.

What's more, according to an article written by Sreedhar Pillai on FirstPost, Rajinikanth will, for the first time in years, play his age. His role is reportedly that of a senior don and rumours say that he "may not even have the regular conventional heroine in the film".

This is a first for the actor in over 15 years, who, during this period, has only done seven, largely formula-driven films with a coterie of his favourite directors that includes experienced filmmakers such as Shankar, KS Ravikumar, P Vasu, and Suresh Krishna. His successful films have usually relied on similar ingredients: his age-defying 'superstar' image, nubile young actresses who have acted as his love interests (despite being less than half his age), and over-the-top action sequences. While most of these films were wildly successful, his recent failures can be attributed partially — according to Pillai — to a failure to evolve according to the tastes and expectations of "new restless audiences".

"It's a significant move," says Sudhish Kamath, filmmaker and former film critic for The Hindu, in a phone conversation with HuffPost India. "Ranjith is an interesting young director who straddles both worlds: commercial as well as 'artistic' cinema. In Bollywood terms, you could call him, say, a younger version of a Tigmanshu Dhulia."

Ranjith has previously made the college romance 'Attakathi' (2012) and 'Madras' (2014). "His cinema is very rooted in Tamil culture," says Kamath. "He is particularly good at establishing credible milieus and bringing out the flavour of the region."

This time around, even the technicians involved in the film will be younger, fresher talents — including music director Santosh Narayan, cinematographer Murali G, and editor Praveen KL — and this is reportedly a sea change from what he has been doing for the past 15 years.

Pillai quotes an unnamed "veteran producer" who has worked with the star in the past as saying, "Rajini sir always first looks at his comfort level with the director, whether they would be able to deliver his larger than life image packaged to suit the mass taste." This 'larger-than-life' image, said the producer, was sustained with the help of the technical crews he would collaborate with, some of whom worked with him for years.

Hindi cinema has been witnessing what seems to be a revolution of sorts this year, what with atypical films like 'Tanu Weds Manu Returns' and 'Piku' scoring big at the box-office. Is this the beginning of a similar one in Kollywood?

http://www.huffingtonpost.in/2015/06/02/rajinikanth-pa-ranjith_n_7491890.html

[Russellvzp]

good move by SS, great way to shut the haters mouth proving his box office powers without using big technicians:-D

[PARAMASHIVAN]

but the "BIG question" in tinsel town is what "WIG" , this "talentless lucky star" will be sporting in his next movie !!!

[PARAMASHIVAN]

One of my favourite song by the "lethal" SPB + SJ combo... what a song!


https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=I-V9ARAWW2E#t=2

[PARAMASHIVAN]

Another Gem by IR , SPB + SJ, what a song ..... don't think this Film/song got the recognition it deserved ... not to mention the "beautiful" Madhavi pon mayilaal :p
https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=oCBhFFBylUM

[mexicomeat]

when i read sydney sheldon's master of the game some 20 years ago, i thought "wow - this would make an awesome movie, just replace the female lead character with rajinikanth and you have an instant block buster". .. still waiting...

[mappi]

Rajini - Gummang Kuthu
(Thara Thampata by IR)

Solli Adipein Adi - Padikathavan

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=io1jwhH0JMc

Naan Thaan Da - Thanikattu Raja

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OG6HvRO1Sy4

Pattukotta namma alu - Ranga

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tAS3fLOC_gk

Sokkupodi Kakkathila - Maaveeran

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rteRi4-LBTY

Adi Adimasam - Paayum Puli

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4o-lYMrKHqM

[PARAMASHIVAN]

When I initially heard "Adi Aadimasam" song, I thought It was by MV, but as the song progressed , I just realised it was by none other than the legendary "SPB", what a rendition , quite comical ! such rendition is "Only" possible by SPB ... !

[balaajee]

ரஜினி படத்தை பார்க்க மொழி தேவையில்லை..நசிருதீன் ஷா!

மூன்று தேசிய விருதுகளை பெற்ற இயக்குநர், நடிகர், நசிரூதின் ஷா சென்ற ஞாயிறு அன்று ஐன்ஸ்டீன் என்னும் மேடை நாடகத்தில் நடித்திருந்தார். இதை முன்னிட்டு அவர் பேசிய போது ஐன்ஸ்டீன் வாழ்க்கையை சுருக்கச் சொல்லும் நாடகமே ஐன்ஸ்டீன் எனக் கூறியுள்ளார்.

தேசிய விருது பெற்ற நடிகரான நசிருதீனுக்கே சவாலான பாத்திரமாக இருந்ததாம் இந்த ஐன்ஸ்டீன். ”ஐன்ஸ்டீன் பாத்திரத்தின் சவாலான விஷயமே மொழிதான். அவர் ஜெர்மன் மொழியை பேசுவார். அச்சு பிறழாமல் ஜெர்மன் பேச வேண்டிய நிலை எனக்கு” . மிகவும் கடினமாக இருந்தது என நசிரூதீன் ஷா கூறியுள்ளார்.

http://img.vikatan.com/cinema/2015/06/10/images/282798-naseeruddin1.jpg

அவரிடம் தமிழ் படங்கள் பார்த்ததுண்டா என கேள்வி எழப்பப்பட்டது. அதற்கு ‘ நான் தமிழ் படங்கள் பார்த்ததில்லை ஏனெனில் எனக்கு தமிழ் தெரியாது. ஆனால் ரஜினிகாந்தின் படங்கள் சில பார்த்திருக்கிறேன். அவரது படங்களை புரிந்துகொள்ள மொழி தேவையில்லை. மணிரத்னம் இயக்கிய ஓகே கண்மணி படம் பார்க்கவிரும்புகிறேன்’ எனக் கூறியுள்ளார் நசிருதீன் ஷா.

[easygoer]

Editor Praveen shares interesting snippets on Rajini - Ranjith Next Movie | Interview

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5GvzoNRUMXw

[mexicomeat]

When I initially heard "Adi Aadimasam" song, I thought It was by MV, but as the song progressed , I just realised it was by none other than the legendary "SPB", what a rendition , quite comical ! such rendition is "Only" possible by SPB ... !
in one of the interviews (found on youtube), spb said that he was disappointed with the picturisation of the job. this is because the music director asked him to sing in a different voice. spb had to try few voices and put in a lot of effort to get it right... and in the end the director ended up picturising rajni in his normal getup.

[PARAMASHIVAN]

Editor Praveen shares interesting snippets on Rajini - Ranjith Next Movie | Interview

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5GvzoNRUMXw

Stills look like Enfdhirans 's Dr Vaseegaran ??

[PARAMASHIVAN]

in one of the interviews (found on youtube), spb said that he was disappointed with the picturisation of the job. this is because the music director asked him to sing in a different voice. spb had to try few voices and put in a lot of effort to get it right... .


Yes SPB being a professional "perfectionist " did indeed put in a lot of effort in this song! BTW this film had two more superb songs by MV + PS (Aapa kadai annakili), what a beat ! Only IR possible for such Folk like beats, and a beautiful melody ( Pothu Kittu) by MV & PS.

Quite surprised to hear PS rendering songs like "Aapa kadai annakili", but she did a splendid Job along with MV !

[PARAMASHIVAN]

Was "paayum puli " a BB those days ?

[mexicomeat]

Yes SPB being a professional "perfectionist " did indeed put in a lot of effort in this song! BTW this film had two more superb songs by MV + PS (Aapa kadai annakili), what a beat ! Only IR possible for such Folk like beats, and a beautiful melody ( Pothu Kittu) by MV & PS.

Quite surprised to hear PS rendering songs like "Aapa kadai annakili", but she did a splendid Job along with MV !

here is the video.. around 2:12 he mentions the song.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yYaqXJYAxmo

[Russellvzp]

இந்த சிங்கார வேலன் பய புள்ள இந்த படத்துக்கு producer லிங்கா producerநு அடிச்சி விடுடுருக்கு பாவம் யாரு பெத்த புள்ளையோ..

[Russellvzp]

அதுவும் 70 கோடி வெள்ளையாவே தலைக்கு குடுதுட்டன்கலம்..

[PARAMASHIVAN]

இந்த சிங்கார வேலன் பய புள்ள இந்த படத்துக்கு producer லிங்கா producerநு அடிச்சி விடுடுருக்கு பாவம் யாரு பெத்த புள்ளையோ..

Yaarappa intha Singaravelan ?

[PARAMASHIVAN]

here is the video.. around 2:12 he mentions the song.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yYaqXJYAxmo

Thanks for the link

[mappi]

Rajini & Kids
(Ballons by IR, Cone Hats by Chandrabose & Party Horns by Hamsalekha)

Rajini Mama - Nattuku Oru Nallavan

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wIO8q0fbd5g

Poo Pol Manasu - Raja Chinna Roja

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LRcEtfYMKBo

Rajini Uncle - Anbulla Rajinikanth

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2_K9LsgmS5g

Chacha - Raja Chinna ROja

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WhKuKiTej9A

Singa Kutti - Anbukku Naan Adimai

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4wBtFnNpeoM

M...Mana Ulaichalile Alaichalile Singam Urumicham ...

[mexicomeat]

one more to your list

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=23vcLVf3QqM

[PARAMASHIVAN]

one more to your list

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=23vcLVf3QqM

Yes Wonderful singing BY SPB and SJ, esp SJ singing in a child voice !

[PARAMASHIVAN]

There was on other song by MV in "Anbulla Rajnikanth", involving kids, I think the theme of the song was regarding Christmas party for the kids ?

[mappi]

Guitarist Rajini

http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-_v_ae3nm8dw/TeeJdym6naI/AAAAAAAAAtE/0O2VtgvnD0Q/s1600/Rajinikanth-endhiran.jpg

http://cdn.koimoi.com/wp-content/new-galleries/2013/10/Rajnikanth-Wallpaper-1.jpg

http://indiaopines.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/rajnikanth-guitar.jpg

http://moviegalleri.net/wp-content/gallery/sivaji-3d-movie-release-posters/sivaji_3d_movie_release_posters_rajini_shriya_08f2 925.jpg

[Girish11]

Guitarist Rajini

http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-_v_ae3nm8dw/TeeJdym6naI/AAAAAAAAAtE/0O2VtgvnD0Q/s1600/Rajinikanth-endhiran.jpg

http://cdn.koimoi.com/wp-content/new-galleries/2013/10/Rajnikanth-Wallpaper-1.jpg

http://indiaopines.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/rajnikanth-guitar.jpg

http://moviegalleri.net/wp-content/gallery/sivaji-3d-movie-release-posters/sivaji_3d_movie_release_posters_rajini_shriya_08f2 925.jpg

yethai senjalum palla kadichikite - playing guitar, action, kobam etc etc, romba azhaga palla kadichitte seirar illa, yenna grace, yenna expression, yenna versatility,
super

[mappi]

Rajini Walks

http://blog.endhiran.net/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/Endhiran-Stills-001.jpg

http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_DDzfBNetIx4/TGO8O9h4yUI/AAAAAAAAAjc/s419Ct6DSws/s1600/robo42.jpg

http://data1.ibtimes.co.in/en/full/407478/rajinikanth-kochadaiiyaan-credit-soundarya-twitter.jpg

http://38.media.tumblr.com/345dc0c60fecbcc3a274d1a99cbe7ee6/tumblr_mvq7plh1DO1rbukizo1_400.gif

Reel

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d9_O7zMMqK4

Real

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e9OAEZzPSXY

And ...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CEZWOXMMqNI

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XrjW3zWcQF0

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I3_67E-d4Vw

[mappi]

Rajini Cult Series ... Coming soon

http://i2.wp.com/ibcnews.in/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/Rajinikanth.jpg

Preview - ... Ashok ...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=shw42F7-78c

[Avadi to America]

Above Baasha poster is truly a classic and will stay for ever in the minds of tamil movie goer....

[Poornima]

Dinesh and Kalaiarasan in Rajinikanth's next?
By MOVIEBUZZ

Okay, here is the latest update about Rajnikanth’s next film with director Ranjith. Our sources say that the director has roped in both ‘Attakathi’ Dinesh and Kalaiarasan of Madras fame in the film.
Reports say that both the actors are said to be playing important roles in the film but sources refuse to divulge further information.
We hear that the project will be a content driven one with a strong story-line with each characters are said to be having equal importance.
Shooting for the film will commence from August and reports say that the film’s composer Santhosh Narayanan has already completed couple of number.
The untitled film will be produced by Kalaipuli S Thanu and talks are on with leading heroines to play the female lead.

[Poornima]

no official thread for the SS-pa.ranjith movie yet?

[vithagan]

no official thread for the SS-pa.ranjith movie yet?
Waiting for the title. ...

[PARAMASHIVAN]

SPB's voice is treat for the Soul, while "Madhavai pon mayilaal" is a treat to eyes ! enjoy :p ... Oh and this "Talentless lucky star " is NOT wearing a WIG here .....
https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=JV6wCKuyVwM

[PARAMASHIVAN]

no official thread for the SS-pa.ranjith movie yet?

We are waiting for some "Talented unlucky star " to start the thread ...

[Poornima]

Waiting for the title. ...

ok. have a feeling that they would do away with the norm of having the SS character name as title.
prakash raj in talks for the film too, apparently.

[PARAMASHIVAN]

http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/tamil/movies/news/Kalaiarasan-lands-a-role-in-Rajinikanth-film/articleshow/47715939.cms

[Avadi to America]

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[PARAMASHIVAN]

Epadi ellam intha "Talentless Lucky Star " ah use panurangappa :shock:

http://www.firstpost.com/india/madras-hc-issues-notice-tamil-superstar-rajinikanth-petition-financier-2307364.html

[balaajee]

பாகுபலியை மிஞ்சும் பிரமாண்டம், ஷங்கர், ரஜினி படம் பற்றிய புதிய தகவல்கள். - Vikatan

இந்தியசினிமா வரலாற்றில் அதிகப்பொருட்செலவு மட்டுமின்றி மிகப்பிரம்மாண்டமாகவும் தயாரான படம் என்று பாகுபலியைச் சொல்லிக்கொண்டிருக்கிறோம். அதை முறியடிக்கும் வண்ணம் தமிழ்த்திரைப்படம் ஒன்று தயாராகவிருப்பதாகச் சொல்லப்படுகிறது.

http://img.vikatan.com/news/2015/06/29/images/rajini.jpg
தமிழில் வேறுயார்? இயக்குநர் ஷங்கர் இயக்கத்தில் ரஜினி நடிக்கவிருக்கும் படம்தான் அது என்று சொல்கிறார்கள். இந்தப்படத்தில் ரஜினி தவிர இன்னொரு பெரியநடிகரும் இருக்கிறார் என்றும் அவர் இந்தியத்திரைப்படங்கள் எதிலும் இதுவரை நடிக்காதவர் என்றும் ஆனால் எல்லோருக்கும் அவரைத் தெரியும் என்றும் சொல்கிறார்கள். அவரிடம் இந்தப்படத்தில் நடிக்கவேண்டும் என்று கேட்டுக்கொண்டிருப்பதாகத் தெரிகிறது.

அவர் எப்படியும் சம்மதம் சொல்லிவிடுவார் என்றும் இப்போதே சம்மதம் சொல்லிவிட்டார் என்றும் இரண்டுகருத்துகள் இருக்கின்றன. அதேபோல் ரஜினிக்கு ஜோடியாக நடிக்கவும் ஒரு இந்திநடிகையிடம் பேசிவிட்டதாகவும் சொல்லப்படுகிறது. இதுவரை எந்தப்படத்திலும் இல்லாத வகையில் இந்தப்படத்துக்கான நடிகர்கள் மற்றும் தொழில்நுட்பக்கலைஞர்கள் சம்பளமே சுமார் நூறுகோடியைத் தொடும் என்று சொல்லப்படுகிறது.

அதுமட்டுமின்றி இந்தப்படத்துக்காக ஒருவரை ஒப்பந்தம் செய்யும்போதே இது சுமார் இரண்டாண்டுகள் நடக்கவிருக்கும் படம். அதுவரைக்கும் நீங்கள் இந்தப்படத்தில்தான் இருக்கவேண்டும் என்று சொல்லியே ஒப்பந்தம் செய்வதாகச் சொல்லப்படுகிறது.
இயக்குநரின் ஷங்கருக்கான சம்பளமும் இதுவரை இல்லாத அளவு மிகப்பெரிய சம்பளம் என்று சொல்லப்படுகிறது. எவ்வளவு தெரியுமா? இருபதுகோடி என்று சொல்லப்படுகிறது? இது உண்மையாக இருந்தால் இதுவே பெரிய சாதனைதான்.

[A.ANAND]

worst money n time!!!shankar better doing skript mass masala entertainer like sivaji for rajini....enthiran 2 ellam workout aaguma ingarathu santheegamtan..3 varusam illutadiparu..ithula songs ke CG panna kodi kanakila selavu senju...appa mudila!!!

[Russellvzp]

worst money n time!!!shankar better doing skript mass masala entertainer like sivaji for rajini....enthiran 2 ellam workout aaguma ingarathu santheegamtan..3 varusam illutadiparu..ithula songs ke CG panna kodi kanakila selavu senju...appa mudila!!!

i agree. not a big fan of shankar. spends not only way too much time but also money.