|| Raavan(an) | Mani Ratnam | Vikram | Abhishek Bachchan ||

[baba88]

[tscii:4298beec90]Ashwariya Rai’s commitment to Robot came in for some heavy discussion yesterday. Nearly all sections of the media had recently carried reports of Ash being offered the female lead role in Robot for an astounding sum, making her the top paid actress in the entire country. But only yesterday reports were floating around of Ash pulling out of the

Aishwarya Rai
movie, citing her pregnancy as a reason. Robot, a 24 month project, was too long a time for her to be away from home, seemed to be the implication.

Dispelling these reports strongly, Ash today said that she is committed to Robot; that she admires Shankar for always being a step ahead of any other filmmaker when it came to making cutting edge techno savvy movies. Excited about working with Rajinikanth, she had nothing but praise for him. Rajini is an institution personified, she added, and she would never miss out on an opportunity to work with him.

And here’s further proof of Ash’s commitment to the film industry: The actress, along with her husband Abhishek Bachchan, will star in one more Mani Ratnam film. And no! This is not a Tamil film but Hindi.[/tscii:4298beec90]

[A.ANAND]

மணிரத்னம் படத்தில் ஐஸ்வர்யா ராய்
- 15.02.2008
By JBR


'குரு' படத்திற்குப் பிறகு மணிரத்னம் அமீர்கான் நடிப்பில் 'லஜ்ஜோ' படத்தை இயக்குவதாக இருந்தது. பாலைவனத்தில் நட்க்கும் காதல் கதை இது.



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சில காரணங்களால் 'லஜ்ஜோ' படத்தை கைவிட்டார் மணிரத்னம். இதனைத் தொடர்ந்து, மணிரத்னத்தின் புதிய படத்தில் பிருத்விராஜ் நடிக்கிறார் என செய்தி பரவியது. இதையும் பொய்யாக்கியிருக்கிறார் மணிரத்னம்.



இவரது அடுத்த படம் விரைவில் தொடங்க இருக்கிறது. 'குரு' படத்தைத் தொடர்ந்து இதையும் இந்தியாவிலேயே இயக்குகிறார். 'குரு'வைப் போலவே இதுவும் இந்தியில் வெளியாகும் அதே நாளில் தமிழிலும் வெளியிடப்படும்.



ஐஸ்வர்யா ராய் அபிஷேக் பச்சன் ஆகிய இருவரும் புதிய படத்தில் நடிக்கின்றனர். ஏ.ஆர்.ரஹ்மான் இசையமைக்கிறார்.




'குரு' படத்தின் கூட்டணி மீண்டும் ஒன்று சேர்ந்துள்ளதால் படத்துக்கு இப்போதே எதிர்பார்ப்பு ஏற்பட்டுள்ளது.



இந்தத் தகவலை தனியார் தொலைக்காட்சி ஒன்றுக்கு அளித்தப் பேட்டியில் ஐஸ்வர்யா ராய் தெரிவித்தார்.







:bluejump: :redjump: :swinghead:

[A.ANAND]

Abhishek, Aishwarya to star in Mani Ratnam's next

IndiaFM
Wednesday, 20 February , 2008, 10:07

It had to happen. After Guru, the movie-making maverick, Mani Ratnam, was bound to return to his favourite actor. It comes as no surprise to know Abhishek Bachchan and Mani Ratnam will team up again for their third film together.

Red Hot: Hrithik, Ash create magic in Jodhaa Akbar

After the terrific tuning that they shared during Yuva (which Abhishek describes as his career's first turning-point) and Guru (which he acknowledges as his second turning-point), it doesn't require much calculation to see the creative and commercial viability of the Mani-Abhishek pair.


Films that redefined love

Coming out of his bereavement, Mani Ratnam is all set to announce a supple romantic film featuring filmdom's foremost marital pair. Abhishek and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan will come together in Mani Ratnam's film that starts shooting in September.


First look: Bollywood couples we absolutely love

According to a source very close to the project, "It's going to be a very intense love story. Where Guru was more a bio-pic with a cavalcade of characters claiming screen space, this film will focus primarily on the romance. It's a very intense film. Mani's most romantic film to date. And yes, it's again based on real life characters."

:swinghead:

[thineshan54321]

Abhishek, Aishwarya to star in Mani Ratnam's next

IndiaFM
Wednesday, 20 February , 2008, 10:07

It had to happen. After Guru, the movie-making maverick, Mani Ratnam, was bound to return to his favourite actor. It comes as no surprise to know Abhishek Bachchan and Mani Ratnam will team up again for their third film together.

Red Hot: Hrithik, Ash create magic in Jodhaa Akbar

After the terrific tuning that they shared during Yuva (which Abhishek describes as his career's first turning-point) and Guru (which he acknowledges as his second turning-point), it doesn't require much calculation to see the creative and commercial viability of the Mani-Abhishek pair.


Films that redefined love

Coming out of his bereavement, Mani Ratnam is all set to announce a supple romantic film featuring filmdom's foremost marital pair. Abhishek and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan will come together in Mani Ratnam's film that starts shooting in September.


First look: Bollywood couples we absolutely love

According to a source very close to the project, "It's going to be a very intense love story. Where Guru was more a bio-pic with a cavalcade of characters claiming screen space, this film will focus primarily on the romance. It's a very intense film. Mani's most romantic film to date. And yes, it's again based on real life characters."

:swinghead:

hope its a film like alaipayuthey.

[A.ANAND]

ennoru nayagan!

[Mahen]

A bilingual pls mr.Maniratnam..i miss ur tamil films

[kutti_anand]

Mahen, seems this movie is gonna be a bilingual, with vikram and ash in thamizh version.... also one news that i heard, there is one guest role in that movie and its played by Vikram in hindi and Abishek in Thamizh....

[MADDY]

http://entertainment.in.msn.com/bollywood/article.aspx?cp-documentid=1269487

[sat_srini]

Tamil star Vikram is in luck. He's cast opposite Aishwarya Rai in Mani Ratnam's next. (No, Abhishek will not be romancing Ash, he'll have other work to do)


Vikram is betaab

Tamil superstar Vikram (of Aparichit fame) is all set to make his Bollywood debut with Mani Ratnam's next, starring Aishwarya Rai and Abhishek Bachchan.

Vikram, one of the biggest stars in the Tamil film industry hit big time with his film Sethu which was re-made in Hindi as Tere Naam.

He has several Tamil hits to his credit - Dhill, Gemini, Pithamagan, Dhool, Saamy and Anniyan which was dubbed in Hindi and renamed Aparichit.

Our source in the industry says, "Vikram always wanted to work with Mani Sir and they had discussed the possibility of working together on many occasions, but their plans never materialised.

After Guru, Mani Sir is now working on a contemporary intense drama which also has romance as its integral part.

He thought it would be a good idea to cast Vikram opposite Aishwarya Rai and called Vikram for a narration. Mani Sir signed him on a few days ago."

The source further says, "Vikram is excited about working in a Hindi film, that too with Aishwarya Rai. He understands that this is the best Bollywood launch for him."

The film goes on the floors in September.

http://www.mumbaimirror.com/net/mmpaper.aspx?page=article&sectid=30&contentid=200803092008030903244930273006ee8

[Ramakrishna]

[tscii:aac436206e] Mani Ratnam shifts
By Behindwoods News Bureau.
June 06, 2008

Director Mani Ratnam has finally decided to make a move! The ace director will soon be shifting his residence from Alwarpet to Boat Club. Mani Ratnam has already purchased a bungalow worth Rs. 15 crores in that area. His forthcoming project with Vikram and Ashwarya Rai in the lead is expected to takeoff in September.


Interestingly, Prithviraj will don the villain role. The yet-to-be-titled film will be produced by Mani Ratnam’s home production Madras Talkies. P. C. Sriram will wield the camera and A. R. Rahman has been signed up to compose music.[/tscii:aac436206e]

[dinesh2002]

change the thread tittle from Abishek Bachan to Vikram, baba88.... :D

[baba88]

Abishek Bachan plays the role in Hindi and Vikram in Tamil isn't it ? I remember reading something like that.

[dinesh2002]

Abishek Bachan plays the role in Hindi and Vikram in Tamil isn't it ? I remember reading something like that.

yess... but i think putting Vikram's name instead will be more appropriate here..... :wink:

[Ramakrishna]

Abishek Bachan plays the role in Hindi and Vikram in Tamil isn't it ? I remember reading something like that.

yess... but i think putting Vikram's name instead will be more appropriate here..... :wink:

yes..especialy after RR clarified that this is mainly a tamil section.

[ansa400]

http://www.rediff.com/movies/2008/jun/20sanjay.htm

Sanjay Dutt in Mani's next film...

[kumar_tamizhan]

I don't know why Manirathnam and A.R.Rahman are keen in only making Hindi movies . Tamil fans miss them a lot .
It's horrible to listen & watch dubbed Hindi movies in Tamil . :(
Kumar.

[kumar_tamizhan]

I don't know why Manirathnam and A.R.Rahman are keen in only making Hindi movies . Tamil fans miss them a lot .
It's horrible to listen & watch dubbed Hindi movies in Tamil . :(
Kumar.

[kumar_tamizhan]

I don't know why Manirathnam and A.R.Rahman are keen in only making Hindi movies . Tamil fans miss them a lot .
It's horrible to listen & watch dubbed Hindi movies in Tamil . :(
Kumar.

[kumar_tamizhan]

re

[A.ANAND]

I don't know why Manirathnam and A.R.Rahman are keen in only making Hindi movies . Tamil fans miss them a lot .
It's horrible to listen & watch dubbed Hindi movies in Tamil . :(
Kumar.
movie-ya vidunnga, but songs ellam masterpiece thane sir!
dilse,yuva and guru!

[dinesh2002]

I don't know why Manirathnam and A.R.Rahman are keen in only making Hindi movies . Tamil fans miss them a lot .
It's horrible to listen & watch dubbed Hindi movies in Tamil . :(
Kumar.

this film is a bi-lingual.... like Aayitha Ezhuthu - Yuva. :) so nothing to worry... :)...

[sat_srini]

[tscii:657ff0a220]Money money Mani

Kollywood is abuzz with news that ace director Mani Ratnam has signed the biggest ever deal in the history of south Indian cinema, to do a three-version film in Tamil, Telugu and Hindi.

His production company Madras Talkies is supposed to be in the final lap of negotiating a whopping Rs 120 crore deal with the Anil Ambani run Reliance Entertainment Big Picture, for all negative rights for three languages. Industry pundits say that if the deal takes place, it will be the biggest for a south Indian film producer and director.

Mani Sir, as he is known in Kollywood, has been quietly working on the script of this film since the release of his super hit Guru in January 2007. The elusive director, who never gives interviews, has been keeping a low profile after the demise of his younger brother G Sreenivasan, the moving spirit behind Madras Talkies.

The Hindi version will feature Abhishek Bachchan, Aishwarya Rai and Govinda in a negative role. Confirming that he has signed up for the movie, Govinda told TNN: “I am actually doing a film with Mani Sir. Isn’t it every actor’s dream to work with him? We met recently and I heard about my role, which interested me a lot. It is an intense film and my role will definitely surprise the audiences.” Abhishek, who scored his first solo super hit with Guru, is all excited about this new untitled film, for which he has given bulk dates.

The Tamil and Telugu version will have Vikram doing Abhishek’s role while Aishwarya Rai will be the common heroine for all the three versions. It is going to be a tight rope walk for Ash as she has to juggle her dates with Shankar’s Rajinikanth-starrer Robot during the same period. The role to be performed by Govinda will be essayed by Pritviraj, who started his career in Tamil in a villain’s role in Kana Kandein. The supporting cast of actors would be different in each language. The film will start rolling in Karaikudi from September 10, and will also be shot in the forests of Madhya Pradesh.

In a way, Mani Ratnam will be going back to his roots. He is teaming up with his photographer from his early films PC Sreeram, the wizard of lighting in Indian cinema and the godfather to many well-known cinematographers. Mani’s ‘discovery’ A R Rahman will be composing songs for this film. Mani was unavailable for comment while the Reliance Entertainment Big Picture spokesman in Chennai refused to talk about the deal

http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/India_Buzz/Money_money_Mani/articleshow/3260456.cms[/tscii:657ff0a220]

[thineshan54321]

awesome news.

[directhit]

Vikram as hero and Prithvi as villain 8-) 8-) heroine Ash vendaam :cry2:

[thineshan54321]

Vikram as hero and Prithvi as villain 8-) 8-) heroine Ash vendaam :cry2:

this is gonna be a revolutionary film for vikram much like nayagan was for kamal! cant wait!

[A.ANAND]

but maniratnam movie-la vikram, ennakuenavo pidikala :(

[kutti_anand]

but maniratnam movie-la vikram, ennakuenavo pidikala :(

Ada ponga boss.... thyagarajan padathuke namma aalu music podraaru.... idhuku enna korachal...... ellam nannathaan irukum.......

[prasana84]

but maniratnam movie-la vikram, ennakuenavo pidikala :(

Ada ponga boss.... thyagarajan padathuke namma aalu music podraaru.... idhuku enna korachal...... ellam nannathaan irukum.......
Who is he? what project? :confused2:

[kutti_anand]

but maniratnam movie-la vikram, ennakuenavo pidikala :(

Ada ponga boss.... thyagarajan padathuke namma aalu music podraaru.... idhuku enna korachal...... ellam nannathaan irukum.......
Who is he? what project? :confused2:

Thyagarajan is Prashanth's appa.... he is directing prashant in a period movie written by kalaignar karunanidhi.... music is more likely by ARR........

[prasana84]

but maniratnam movie-la vikram, ennakuenavo pidikala :(

Ada ponga boss.... thyagarajan padathuke namma aalu music podraaru.... idhuku enna korachal...... ellam nannathaan irukum.......
Who is he? what project? :confused2:

Thyagarajan is Prashanth's appa.... he is directing prashant in a period movie written by kalaignar karunanidhi.... music is more likely by ARR........
Jainu oru super hit padam yedutharey avaru?? :banghead:
Ethula period movie vera. kandipa rumourathan irukanum.

[A.ANAND]

Mani Ratnam to sign a 120 Crore dream deal
IndiaGlitz [Thursday, July 24, 2008]


Ace director Mani Ratnam will script the biggest ever deal in the history of South Indian Cinema, for a three version film in Tamil, Telugu and Hindi.

According to source Mani Ratnam's production company Madras Talkies is in the final round of negotiation for huge Rs.120 Crore deal with the Anil Ambani run Reliance Entertainment Big Picture, for negative rights of all the three versions. According to close sources from the industry, if this deal happens, it will be the biggest ever for a South Indian Film.

Mani Sir as he is known in Kollywood, has been working on this script ever since the release of his super hit Guru in Jaunary, 2007.

Reportedly the Hindi version will have Abhishek Bachchan, Aishwarya Rai in the lead and Govinda in a negative role. The Telugu and Tamil versions will have Vikram in the male lead, while Aishwarya will be the common heroine in all three languages.

He is teaming up with the photographer and friend-partner of his earlier ventures (Aalayam), PC Sreeram and his own discovery AR Rahman.

[A.ANAND]

[tscii:ca9c15c41c]Mani makes more money!

By Moviebuzz | Wednesday, 06 August , 2008, 12:51


India's best known director Mani Ratnam and his Madras Talkies has signed a record Rs 120 crore deal with the Anil Ambani run Reliance Entertainment Big Picture, for his new untitled film in three languages- Hindi, Tamil and Telugu.

Mani sir as he is affectionately known in Kollywood has been quietly working on the script of this film, since the release of his super hit Guru in January 2007.

The Hindi version will feature Abhishek Bachchan- Aishwarya Rai and Govinda in a negative role. The Tamil and Telugu version will have Vikram doing Abhishek’s role while Aishwarya Rai will be the common heroine for all the three versions. It is going to be a tight rope walk for her as she has to juggle her dates with Shankar's Rajinikanth extravaganza 'Robot', during the same period.

And the role being done by Govinda would be essayed by Pritviraj, who actually started his career in Tamil in a villain's role in Kana Kandein. There are rumours that Karthik who last worked with Mani in Agninakshthram, will also be roped in to play an important role. Priya Mani too will be playing a role in the film which will start rolling in Karaikudi from September 10, and will also be shot in the forests of Madhya Pradesh.

Mani's all time favourite and his 'discovery' A.R Rahman will be composing songs for this film which has now become one of the hottest projects in the country. Ace cameraman Manikandan who is now shooting for Priyadarsan's Biloo Barber in Pollachi will be the cameraman.

Mani sir as usual was unavailable for comment and Reliance Entertainment Big Picture spokesman in Chennai too refused to talk about the deal.






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[A.ANAND]

ரூ120 கோடி..மணியின் நவீன ராமாயணம்!
இலவச நியூஸ் லெட்டர் பெற



மேலும் புதிய படங்கள்இந்தியாவின் மிகச்சிறந்த இயக்குநர்களில் ஒருவராகப் புகழப்படும் மணிரத்னம் தனது அடுத்த படத்தின் படத்துக்கு தயாராகிவிட்டார்.

தமிழ், தெலுங்கு மற்றும் இந்தி மொழிகளில் தயாராகும் இந்தப் படத்துக்கு இந்தியில் ராவண் (ராவணன்) எனத் தலைப்பு வைக்கப்பட்டுள்ளதாகத் தெரிகிறது.

தமிழ் மற்றும் தெலுங்குப் படங்களின் தலைப்புகளும் ராவணன் என்றே வைக்கப்படக்கூடும் எனக் கூறப்படுகிறது.

இந்தப் படம் ராமாயணக் கதையின் நவீன வடிவமாக இருக்கும் என்கிறார்கள் விவரமறிந்தவர்கள்.

ராமராக அபிஷேக் பச்சனும், அவர் மனைவி சீதையாக ஐஸ்வர்யா ராயும் நடிக்கிறார்களாம். முக்கிய வேடம் ஒன்றில் அமிதாப்பை நடிக்க வைக்கவும் முயன்று வருகிறார் மணிரத்னம்.

ராவணன் எனும் பவர்புல் வில்லன் பாத்திரத்தில் ஆதித்ய பஞ்சோலியும் அனுமானாக கோவிந்தாவும் நடிக்கவிருப்பதாகத் தகவல்கள் தெரிவிக்கின்றன.

இந்தப் படத்தின் தமிழ்ப் பதிப்பில் அபிஷேக் பச்சன், ஐஸ்வர்யா ராயுடன் விக்ரம் மற்றும் கார்த்திக் இருவரும் நடிக்கப் போவதாகக் கூறப்படுகிறது. இவர்களில் ராவணன் யார், அனுமான் யார் என்பது மட்டும் இன்னும் முடிவாகவில்லை.

இந்தப் படம் புராண ராமாயணம் கிடையாது. அதே நேரம் அந்தப் பாத்திரங்களை நினைவூட்டுகிற விதத்தில் திரைக்கதை உருவாக்கப்பட்டுள்ளதாக மெட்ராஸ் டாக்கீஸ் வட்டாரங்கள் தெரிவிக்கின்றன.

இந்தப் படத்தின் பட்ஜெட் கிட்டத்தட்ட ரஜினியின் ரோபோவுக்கு நிகராக இருக்குமாம். காரணம் மிகச் சமீபத்தில்தான் மணிரத்தனமும் அனில் அம்பானியின் ரிலையன்ஸ் நிறுவனமும் இந்தப் படம் தயாரிப்புக்கான ஒப்பந்தத்தில் கையெழுத்திட்டனர். அதன்படி ரூ.120 கோடி செலவில் பிரம்மாண்டமாக உருவாகிறது இந்தப் படம்.

ஏற்கெனவே, மகாபாரத்தைத் தழுவி அதன் நவீன வடிவமாக தளபதி படத்தை எடுத்தவர் மணிரத்னம் என்பது குறிப்பிடத்தக்கது.

உங்க ராமாயணத்துல 'சேது' வருமா மணி சார்!
kalakunnga thailaiva!maniratnam inna chummava :D :clap:

[A.ANAND]

Meltdown hits Mani?

By Moviebuzz | Friday, 21 November , 2008, 11:28


Reliance Big Pictures (RBP), which has struck deals with Hollywood studios was said to be making four films in Tamil- Mani Ratnam's bi-lingual Ravana in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Cheran's Autograph- 2, Hari directed Surya's Singam to be produced by Studio Green, and a Fazil film with Pritviraj.

Due to world wide recession and economic meltdown, the grapevine is abuzz that they have put three of these films for which shooting is yet to start, on the backburner. Meanwhile sources in the industry say that they have sent a letter to Mani Ratnam to cut down his budget, from the originally signed Rs 120 crore to Rs 60 crore!

This has come as a major setback to Mani who was shooting his film on a lavish scale in the forests of Kerala. The meltdown has hit Mani the hardest, as his action adventure film, a modern day 'Ramayan' a bi-lingual has top stars like Abhishek Bachchan, Aiswarya Rai, Govinda, Vikram, Prabhu, Pritviraj, Karthik, Priyamani and so many others.

Reliance Big Pictures it seems has told Mani that his film is not commercially viable at the rate they purchased due to global meltdown and recession. Mani will now have to either look for a new producer or do some cost cutting if he has to continue with Ravan.

The corporate theory now is that all top actors and directors in Bollywood are willing to slash their salary, and bring down production cost. So why can't Mani do some drastic cost cutting.

However when contacted the COO of Big Pictures Mahesh Ramanathan, refused to comment. Mani Ratnam also was not available for comment.

The views expressed in the article are the author's and not of Sify.com

[thilak4life]

-deleted with warning-

[thilak4life]

120 crores? Sounds too much.

In any case, I want Mani to snap up ties with Reliance/Abhishek family.

For the first time, he shot abroad (Turkey in Guru). Too much hype, and had less to show in the end. Too much commercial attributes which doesn't sit nicely with the narrative, sloppy editing basically. Especially "jodi hai ye" sucked ass for a Mani film. And discontinuity with Abhishek's getup in different songs.

Even Benegal got spoilt by Major Bolly producers/studios. Another man who went bolly, and turned folly. I hope Mani comes unscathed after making some good bucks.

[Scale]

//for a three version film in Tamil, Telugu and Hindi.//

//'Ramayan' a bi-lingual has top stars like Abhishek Bachchan, Aiswarya Rai, Govinda, Vikram, Prabhu, Pritviraj, Karthik, Priyamani and so many others.//

3 or 2 versions? Is it like Yuva/AE with different cast? :roll:

[A.ANAND]

[tscii:d72813a520]Reliance pulls out of ‘Ravan’?


Reliance Big Pictures, which had entered into an agreement with Mani Ratnam to produce his next film based on Ramayan, has opted out of the project, it is learnt. The company has written to the director to cut down on the production cost by 50 per cent, saying that in the recessionary climate prevailing, the film would not be commercially viable at this cost. The entertainment biggie had struck a deal with the ace director for the film Rs 120 crore.

Mani Ratnam has reportedly decided to produce the film on his own. The film, tentatively titled ‘Ravan’ or ‘Asokavanam’, is being produced in three languages—Hindi, Tamil and Telugu. In Hindi, Abhishek Bachchan is the hero and Vikram, the villain. In the south Indian languages, Vikram is in the lead while upcoming Malayali actor Prithviraj plays the villain. In all the three versions, Aishwarya rai Bachchan is the female lead.

Reliance is also said to have backtracked on its decision to acquire the distribution rights of the animation film ‘Sultan: The Warrior’, directed by Soundarya Rajnikanth. Soundarya is now thinking about other options to release the film early next year.

Source: Filmysouth
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[Ramakrishna]

ARRahman says here (http://blogtalk.vo.llnwd.net/o23/shows/show_356113.mp3) he has almost finished composing the music for Ravana.

[A_Ajith]

Rahman's music for Maniratinam has always been terrific!!!

His last hindi movie with Mani --- Guru was awesome!!!

Hope ARR does even better job with Ravan!!!

:D :D

[ajaybaskar]

Ratnam shoots a song with 500 dancers in Jhansi

Mani Ratnam is currently shooting for his Ash-Abhishek starrer in Jhansi. The director is preparing to shoot a lavish song involving 500 dancers. The song titled 'Kata Kata Mara Mara' is composed by A R Rahman and choreographed by Ganesh Acharya.

A source reveals details of the song, "This song is more lavish than anything Mani has shot before. It is being shot in a place called Occha, in Jhansi. The dancers are mostly from the south and the song revolves around Abhishek, whose character is called Mitrin. Ravi Kissen, who plays Mangal, is also part of the song."

Done by the weekend

The song is being shot since the last three days and will be completed by this weekend. "The song talks about Abhishek's character and throws light on his background. The lyrics capture the mood of the climax and the background dancers add to the drama. Before Abhishek reached Jhansi, Acharya rehearsed with the background dancers to prepare them for the song."

Taking about the fabulously excessive...

The Tha Karke song from Golmaal Returns is touted to be the most expensive song shot in B-Town. Made on a budget of 3.5 crore, the song involved as many as 1000 dancers, 180 fighters and 10 cars. It took the crew 12 days to complete the song.

http://www.mid-day.com/entertainment/2009/jan/090109-Mani-Ratnam-500-dancers-Jhansi-Ash-Abhishek-Kata-Kata-Mara-Mara-A-R-Rahman-Ganesh-Acharya.htm

[ajaybaskar]

Director Mani Ratnam's upcoming movie Ravana has been in news since the time he announced it. First the director decided to shoot amidst the beautiful jungles in Kerala and now he has shifted base to Jhansi in Madhya Pradesh.

He has just finished shooting for a big-budget song sequence featuring Aishwarya and Abhishek Bachchan along with 500 dancers.

The song Kaata Kaata Maara Maara has been composed by Oscar nominee A R Rahman and has been penned by Gulzar. It will serve as Abhishek s introductory song in the movie.

A source informed that a huge set was created in Jhansi to shoot this song which took four days to wrap up. It has been choreographed by Ganesh Acharya. The source also said that contrary to reports Ravana is not based on the epic Ramayana.

[vibinrajmani]

http://bbthots.blogspot.com/2009/03/ashokavanamraavan-pics.html

Leaked pics from Raavan. Is there a tentative date on when the music might hit the market?? I can't wait :D :D

[Yathu]

Looks good!

But poor Aish has to do everything twice. :( :lol:

[ajaybaskar]

Few twitters from Aishwarya Rai (regarding Raavan) -

Aug 29th

Just watched some edited clips of "Raavan".Wow, they turned out really well! Especially,the "Tandav" dance to Rahman sir's tunes;Spectacular!

Aug 30

For the ones asking about Raavan's release, I was discussing the same with Mani sir yesterday ; probably May 15th if everything goes on time

Sept 7

Four days of shoot left for "Raavan"!!

Sept 14

In Nasik now for the last leg of shoot for "Raavan".Most of my part is done, Abhishek has some more scenes left!! Bad roads here!!

Source:ARRYG

[Benny Lava]

Few twitters from Aishwarya Rai (regarding Raavan) -

Aug 29th

Just watched some edited clips of "Raavan".Wow, they turned out really well! Especially,the "Tandav" dance to Rahman sir's tunes;Spectacular!

Aug 30

For the ones asking about Raavan's release, I was discussing the same with Mani sir yesterday ; probably May 15th if everything goes on time

Sept 7

Four days of shoot left for "Raavan"!!

Sept 14

In Nasik now for the last leg of shoot for "Raavan".Most of my part is done, Abhishek has some more scenes left!! Bad roads here!!

Source:ARRYG:shock:

Too much!!! Songs venaa ippavey release pannalaam.. :(

[Yathu]

I'm really looking forward to this!

I'm just wondering how ARR goes about composing for a bilingual. Which set of lyrics does he compose the tunes for?

[AudazJay]

I'm really looking forward to this!

I'm just wondering how ARR goes about composing for a bilingual. Which set of lyrics does he compose the tunes for?

Tunes are always composed first, (except for a few occasion) if I'm not mistaken. The lyrics follow suit.

[Yathu]

I'm really looking forward to this!

I'm just wondering how ARR goes about composing for a bilingual. Which set of lyrics does he compose the tunes for?

Tunes are always composed first, (except for a few occasion) if I'm not mistaken. The lyrics follow suit.

So the initial tune is adjusted to suit the lyrics. . .but which set of lyrics? Which one gets the priority? This is assuming that both films will have the same tunes, as has been the case in the past.

[dinesh2002]

I'm really looking forward to this!

I'm just wondering how ARR goes about composing for a bilingual. Which set of lyrics does he compose the tunes for?

Tunes are always composed first, (except for a few occasion) if I'm not mistaken. The lyrics follow suit.

So the initial tune is adjusted to suit the lyrics. . .but which set of lyrics? Which one gets the priority? This is assuming that both films will have the same tunes, as has been the case in the past.

If im not mistaken, news on Raavanan (Tamil) songs was completed even before the film shooting even started. Vairumuthu mentioned this somewhere i know. But cant recall. Tamil songs was done 1st.

[Yathu]

So the Tamil version should sound great! :D

[Benny Lava]

I'm really looking forward to this!

I'm just wondering how ARR goes about composing for a bilingual. Which set of lyrics does he compose the tunes for?

Tunes are always composed first, (except for a few occasion) if I'm not mistaken. The lyrics follow suit.

I remember an interview where VM said that he wrote the lyrics of Ennuyire song and inspired by the impact of that lyrics, ARR composed the whole song in just 2 hours. I don't exactly remember the words, but this is what he meant IIRC.

And there are few instances where verses from VM's independent book releases were used in films. For e.g, Evano oruvan. Those will be the cases of lyrics first. Anyhow the lyrical quality is always top notch in MR's film, be it tune first or lyrics first.

[A.ANAND]

also VM mention in 'coffee with anu'program,about ravana song!he say's 'adutha varusam athigama stage program-la ravana and robo songs-than ella singer-rum padaporangga!'

[dinesh2002]

So the Tamil version should sound great! :D

ofcource ! i do not doubt it. 8-) :D

[Scale]

May 15th :shock: ARR informed the music is complete longback.

[dinesh2002]

Aishwarya Rai posted this on her twitter profile -

A song sung by me in Tamil for Raavan/Ashokavanam with Rahman's tunes!!
http://twiturm.com/m9vae ; a Super-Exclusive for you guys!! <3 :)

Done with the film now!! taking a short break for a week and then back in action
for the final schedule of Vipul's 'Action Replay'!!

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/arrahmanfans/message/125946


The song sounds :?

Aishwarya Rai's Tamil so good?? :shock: ??

[dinesh2002]

-Deleted by myself-

[ajaybaskar]

The song has a chinese twist to it..

[dinesh2002]

itseems its fake.... Aishu doesnt have a twitter account at all. Some1 should sue that person!!

[thineshan54321]

the song is so mediocre

[ajaybaskar]

Appaada... So idhu Aishwarya Rai illai. Edho oru Aishwarya Naai..!!!

[A.ANAND]

Appaada... So idhu Aishwarya Rai illai. Edho oru Aishwarya Naai..!!!

:lol: fake..fake...fake...!

[Benny Lava]

Profile description laye parody account nu pottirukku...

"Bio i believe working hard will serve you later in life..thank you..This is a parody account..God bless.. : ) take care!! Have fun!!"

[A.ANAND]

Aishwarya Rai completes filming Mani Ratnam's 'Ravan'

October 04, 2009, (Sawf News) - Aishwarya Rai has

completed filming for Mani Ratnam's 'Ravan' with co-star and husband Abhishek Bachchan and is currently taking a break with her family.

She tweeted yesterday:

Done with the film now!! taking a short break for a week and then back in action for the final schedule of Vipul's 'Action Replay'!!

Aishwarya has been slogging it out, working on four films at a time - Mani Ratnam's Ravan and Raavana (Tamil), Vipul Shah's Action Replay and Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Guzaarish with co-star Hrithik Roshan.

Aishwarya is playing the same role in both the Hindi and Tamil versions of Ravan. She speaks her own dialogs for the Tamil version as she is fluent in the language.

She posted a link to a Tamil song from Raavana, earlier named Ashokavanam, composed by A.R. Rahman.

A song sung by me in Tamil for Raavan/Ashokavanam with Rahman's tunes!! http://twiturm.com/m9vae ; a Super-Exclusive for you guys!! <3 :)

Aishwarya and Abhishek have lately become inseparable. Late last month the couple signed their first ever commercial together for a soap manufacturer. There are reports that the couple shopped for some time to get the best deal. The ad will fetch them a whopping Rs25 crore.

The couple recently gave their first ever TV interview together when they appeared on U.S. chat show queen Oprah Winfrey's show on Monday, September 28.

http://www.sawfnews.com/Bollywood/60536.aspx#

[dinesh2002]

Aishwarya Rai completes filming Mani Ratnam's 'Ravan'

October 04, 2009, (Sawf News) - Aishwarya Rai has

completed filming for Mani Ratnam's 'Ravan' with co-star and husband Abhishek Bachchan and is currently taking a break with her family.

She tweeted yesterday:

Done with the film now!! taking a short break for a week and then back in action for the final schedule of Vipul's 'Action Replay'!!

Aishwarya has been slogging it out, working on four films at a time - Mani Ratnam's Ravan and Raavana (Tamil), Vipul Shah's Action Replay and Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Guzaarish with co-star Hrithik Roshan.

Aishwarya is playing the same role in both the Hindi and Tamil versions of Ravan. She speaks her own dialogs for the Tamil version as she is fluent in the language.

She posted a link to a Tamil song from Raavana, earlier named Ashokavanam, composed by A.R. Rahman.

A song sung by me in Tamil for Raavan/Ashokavanam with Rahman's tunes!! http://twiturm.com/m9vae ; a Super-Exclusive for you guys!! <3 :)

Aishwarya and Abhishek have lately become inseparable. Late last month the couple signed their first ever commercial together for a soap manufacturer. There are reports that the couple shopped for some time to get the best deal. The ad will fetch them a whopping Rs25 crore.

The couple recently gave their first ever TV interview together when they appeared on U.S. chat show queen Oprah Winfrey's show on Monday, September 28.

http://www.sawfnews.com/Bollywood/60536.aspx#

:?

[shocker]

Can I just say, don't bother listening to that track, it is fake, it is not composed by A R Rahman and it is not Aish singing.

You would be mad to believe that is an AR composition anyway.

EDIT just realized this has already been noticed and pointed out, however someone has decided to repost it.

[A.ANAND]

[tscii:bd0552def0]No leak from Raavan: Rahman




The latest wave in the Internet is a
supposed ‘leaked’ song from Mani Ratnam’s upcoming film titled Raavan. ON A SONG: A R Rahman


The film, which stars Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai in lead roles in the Hindi version and Vikram and Aishwarya in the Tamil version, has music by Oscar winner A R Rahman. According to a post in the internet recently, a song — titled Kaadale... in the Tamil version — has been sung by the lead actress Aishwarya herself!

However, music composer Rahman has denied that any such song features in the film. “Someone’s pulling a fast one,” is all he said. All eyes are on Raavan’s music as it will be the first album with the Mani Ratnam-Rahman combination that will be out after the composer’s double delight at the Oscars for Slumdog Millionaire. Besides Raavan, A R Rahman’s current projects include Rajinikanth’s Endhiran and Sultan, Couples Retreat and Vinaithaandi Varuvaaya.

http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/music/No-leak-from-Raavan-Rahman/articleshow/5102242.cms
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[AudazJay]

Obtained this from ARR Yahoo Fan group. Again, not sure of the authencity of the post but since it's from one of the moderators, there are high chances that this might be true.

Raavan Song track

! Simply Exclusive !


1. Dashgreev - Ravana Theme
Roop Kumar Rathod, Vijay Prakash
Picturized on: Ofcourse Abhishek [introduction scene]
Special lyrics by Prasoon - excerpt "Muralitharan jaisi aankhen meri, bacho mere doosre se, Dus bandon ki team hoon main, main hoon kaal..."

2. Maithili - Sita Theme
Chitra with backing vocals by Sonu Nigam
Picturized on: Aishwarya and Vikram [Ram]

3. Mujhe pasand ho tum - Feels like Swayamwara
Sonu Nigam, Shreya Ghoshal
Picturized on: Aishwarya and Vikram

4. Tum kaun ho
Chinmayee, Kailash Kher
Picturized on: Aishwarya and Abhishek [Ravana] as a fantasy song during their stay in the jungle. Also the turning point of the movie where Aish falls in love with Ravana. The song is on the lines of Hai Rama Ye Kya Hua (also literally!).

5. Om Namah Shivaya - Taandav mix
Sukhwinder Singh, SPB
Picturized on: Abhishek. Song is also powerfully used as BGM to project the fury and power of Ravana.

6. Divyaastra Drone
Drums - Sivamani, Rhythm Vocals - Kailash Kher
Picturized on: Abhishek and Vikram. All confrontations and fight sequences.

7. Litmus Test - Agni-pariksha theme
Instrumentals by KM with Yeri Voice by Kavita Baliga
Picturized on: Asihwarya

Considering the story and the fact that Mani Ratnam is the director, the intensity of the high-tension scenes is expected to be brought out by the BGMs.

[dinesh2002]

The Om Namah Shivaya track sounds tempting... i cant wait!

[AudazJay]

The Om Namah Shivaya track sounds tempting... i cant wait!

:exactly:

Nevertheless, there are several posts in the Yahoo Fan Group suggesting that this might not be the true track list. So, I'm just keeping my fingers crossed at the moment.

[ajaybaskar]

audaz, yahoogroups ppl had come up with lots of pranks like this before. Before blue released, they had posted a tracklist with songs like shark, shark (????).. Under the water, etc, etc.

[dinesh2002]

its a fake, its from the guy Gopal Anandan. He was the 1 that spread the fake Blue song listing. They should ban him.

[AudazJay]

Yeah, I just noticed. I'm sorry, it's my mistake. I should have checked my facts before posting them here. :ashamed: The list sound so believable...didn't realized I have been conned :oops:

[ajaybaskar]

audaz, just read the lyrics of the first track... 'Muralitharan jaisi aankhen meri'???? What's murali gonna do in ramayana?

[AudazJay]

I must clarify...i hardly know more than a few words of hindi.

So before you ask me "what muralitharan got to do with ramayana?" I need a clarification...what is "Muralitharan jaisi aankhen meri"?

Now you know why it's so easy to con me? :oops:

[sha]

wht is this. Ram , sita and all?do u guys think this is epic Ramayana ? come on, i dont think so,,

think about all the issues come up in a sensitive country like ours if Sita fall in love with Ravan!

[MADDY]

think about all the issues come up in a sensitive country like ours if Sita fall in love with Ravan!

sita falling in love with ravan and dumping Ram is the ideal climax......it would create contoversies but i still would prefer that ending......sita going back to ram and getting ditched by him would be a dumb ending :banghead:

[dinesh2002]

I must clarify...i hardly know more than a few words of hindi.

So before you ask me "what muralitharan got to do with ramayana?" I need a clarification...what is "Muralitharan jaisi aankhen meri"?

Now you know why it's so easy to con me? :oops:

nah man, its not a prob. i know i fell for it for the Blue soundtrack. Its ok. im sure the mods will ban him.

Audio of Ashokavaanam will be released next year April rite? so lets take a break.

[Appu s]

[tscii:d79bce77d9]http://www.indiaglitz.com/channels/tamil/article/51253.html

Ravana shooting ends, Mani celebrates with party


Rains, mishaps, jungle safaris, delays – and what not! Looks like this Mani Ratnam’s magmas opus will go down the cine history for its longest shooting adventure.

And now, ‘Ravana’, this most anticipated movie, is said to have completed its shooting journey. The entire crew would have dropped down in a joyful relief now, we say! And to mark this occasion, Mani Ratnam and his wife Suhasini organized a party for the team. All is well that ends well! Insiders said that Mani sir praised highly of Bollywood star Govinda and his performance, which touched the surprised actor immensely.

At last the team can breathe in the modern civilization again…

Now to refresh you on the movie details – ‘Ravana’ is produced and directed by Mani Ratnam. It has a huge star cast including Vikram, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Govinda, Prithviraj, Priyamani, Karthik and others. ‘Ravana’ is a bilingual, Hindi-Tamil, movie and loosely based on the Hindu epic ‘Ramayana’. Interestingly, the director has modified the story with a modern touch, making the villain a hero. That is, Vikram here plays the title character as Ravan.

The cinematography is handled by Santosh Sivan while music is done by Oscar winner A R Rahman.

What remains in the list for us is to just wait for this story to unfold on screens. Cross-fingers![/tscii:d79bce77d9]

[Yathu]

[tscii:238297ef8a]‘Ravana’ is talking Tamil in Chennai!
IndiaGlitz [Friday, January 15, 2010]

Oh yeah! The dubbing process of ‘Ravana’ Tamil version is up and happening from Jan 4th in Chennai. Mani Ratnam’s favourite editor Srikar Prasanth had prepared a rough cut of 2 hours and 50 minutes for the dubbing purpose.

The first schedule of dubbing over as Prithviraj and Priyamani are done with their part. On the other hand, dubbing process for the crowd voice and other supporting characters are also ready, say the sources.

So, the remaining portion is of Aishwarya’s voice and Govinda’s voice and sources from Madras Talkies are busy hunting for VIP voices for them. As of now, there are no solid denials or confirmation when it comes to the rumours about Superstar’s daughter dear Aishwarya Dhanush giving voice for the ex- world beauty. Likewise, gossip mongers had it that Mani Ratnam has approached Suriya to give dubbing for Govinda. Sources in the know had it that famous dubbing artist Savitha was seen in Prasad Studio, where the dubbing process of ‘Ravana’ is on.

Once the dubbing process is over, the process for Ravana’s sound effects will start immediately. After this the re-recording works will start of in Rahman’s AM Studio in Chennai by February second week. Then the final mixing of the project will also be done in Rahman’s studio, say the sources close to Madras Talkies.

http://www.indiaglitz.com/channels/tamil/article/53563.html

I wonder when this will release. I'm hoping in the next few months!

And what a way to start an article. "Oh Yeah!" :lol: [/tscii:238297ef8a]

[Reality]

Raavan Unincomplete Tracklist

1. Kata Kata Mara Mara
2. Pairon Pe Jannat Hai - Lucky Ali,Asha Bhonsle
3. Kadhale
........ more songs to go.

Raavan Music Newz:

The highly anticipated soundtrack of the movie will be done by Academy Award Wnner and Mani Ratnam's usuall assosciate A. R. Rahman with lyrics by Gulzar. According to unofficial sources, Rahman has reused two songs he composed for the shelved Aamir Khan film Lajjo and a Qawwali composed for Jodhaa Akbar which was not used in the film. There are also reports that Mani Ratnam recently shot a big budget song Kata Kata Mara Mara with 500 dancers in Jhansi, Madhya Pradesh. "A huge set was created in Jhansi to shoot this song which took four days to wrap up and has been choreographed by Ganesh Acharya." says a Unit hand.Asha Bhonsle have recently recorded a song for Raavana.A song titled Pairon Pe Jannat Hai sung by Lucky Ali have leaked through net which is claimed as a song from Raavan.However Rahman claimed that no songs have leaked from Raavana. He also denied the news that Aishwarya Rai has recorded a song titled Kadhale(in Tamil Version) for the film.The audio will release probabily on may 2010.

[vibinrajmani]

Raavan Unincomplete Tracklist

1. Kata Kata Mara Mara
2. Pairon Pe Jannat Hai - Lucky Ali,Asha Bhonsle
3. Kadhale
........ more songs to go.

Raavan Music Newz:

The highly anticipated soundtrack of the movie will be done by Academy Award Wnner and Mani Ratnam's usuall assosciate A. R. Rahman with lyrics by Gulzar. According to unofficial sources, Rahman has reused two songs he composed for the shelved Aamir Khan film Lajjo and a Qawwali composed for Jodhaa Akbar which was not used in the film. There are also reports that Mani Ratnam recently shot a big budget song Kata Kata Mara Mara with 500 dancers in Jhansi, Madhya Pradesh. "A huge set was created in Jhansi to shoot this song which took four days to wrap up and has been choreographed by Ganesh Acharya." says a Unit hand.Asha Bhonsle have recently recorded a song for Raavana.A song titled Pairon Pe Jannat Hai sung by Lucky Ali have leaked through net which is claimed as a song from Raavan.However Rahman claimed that no songs have leaked from Raavana. He also denied the news that Aishwarya Rai has recorded a song titled Kadhale(in Tamil Version) for the film.The audio will release probabily on may 2010.

:redjump: :bluejump:

[ajaybaskar]

[tscii:5cb6b2fe06]AR Rahman’s Busy Schedules Of ‘Raavana’

Just as Manirathnam says, ‘I want my films to speak well rather than me’, his films have been reaching across the epitome of sensation much prior to the releases. Now, with his trilingual film ‘Raavana’ getting ready for June release, A.R. Rahman seems to be working day and night….

The music director has flown all the way to Chennai after finalizing the schedule of his world tour. A.R. Rahman has backed off from attending any social events including the success meet of ‘Vinnaithandi Varuvaaya’ due to busy schedules.

According to the closer sources, Rahman has a signature song to record for all the three versions of ‘Raavana’ and background score as well.[/tscii:5cb6b2fe06]

[music man]

I dunno why I always feel like this...Whenever I hear the music of the latest Lux advt featuring Abishek Bachan and Aishwarya, I think, it may be from Rahman's factory. The tune, music, the backing vocals seems to be like ARR. I dunno...Someone please hear this song (in youtube)and share ur opinion... I dunno whether it is a bit song from Ravan......

[ajaybaskar]

MM,

That music has a strong influence of 'Tere bina' from Guru. I think that should be the reason behind.

[music man]

MM,

That music has a strong influence of 'Tere bina' from Guru. I think that should be the reason behind.

Ya...But some thing is behind this jingle.... :roll:

[Scale]

It sounds like Shankar Mahadevan.

[Scale]

Its by S-E-L (http://entertainment.oneindia.in/bollywood/news/2009/abhishek-aishwarya-ad-221009.html)

I can recognize hearing the tamil version unnai vida sundhariye something like this??

athaane paarthen.... yaanai vandhurukkanume (pazhamozhi)

[music man]

Its by S-E-L (http://entertainment.oneindia.in/bollywood/news/2009/abhishek-aishwarya-ad-221009.html)

I can recognize hearing the tamil version unnai vida sundhariye something like this??

athaane paarthen.... yaanai vandhurukkanume (pazhamozhi)

Doubt cleared..

:oops:

[A.ANAND]

[tscii:8025f8c356]¡®Raavan¡¯- Audio in April. Movie in June
IndiaGlitz [Monday, March 29, 2010]


Mani Ratnam has officially announced that the music of his buzzing film 'Raavan' will be launched in April. The film is also almost complete and will release in June according to the direct sources.

Sources also say the songs have come out great under A R Rahman and they will be in perfect harmony with A R Rahman's international success. And A R Rahman has never failed in a Mani film.

¡®Raavan¡¯ will be released in June simultaneously all over India in Tamil, Telugu and Hindi versions. Sources also said Mani Ratnam has retained the title 'Raavan' for all the version and Tamil version will not have the striking 'Ashokavanam' as heard before.

With enviable star cast of Abhishek Bachchan, Aishwarya Rai, Vikram, Prithviraj and others ¡®Raavan¡¯ is one of the biggest and most expected movies of the year.

The music launch is expected to have on dais not only Aishwarya Rai but also Abhishek Bachchan in Chennai.



[/tscii:8025f8c356]

[raghavendran]

[tscii:3d864153ca]¡®Raavan¡¯- Audio in April. Movie in June
IndiaGlitz [Monday, March 29, 2010]


Mani Ratnam has officially announced that the music of his buzzing film 'Raavan' will be launched in April. The film is also almost complete and will release in June according to the direct sources.

Sources also say the songs have come out great under A R Rahman and they will be in perfect harmony with A R Rahman's international success. And A R Rahman has never failed in a Mani film.

¡®Raavan¡¯ will be released in June simultaneously all over India in Tamil, Telugu and Hindi versions. Sources also said Mani Ratnam has retained the title 'Raavan' for all the version and Tamil version will not have the striking 'Ashokavanam' as heard before.

With enviable star cast of Abhishek Bachchan, Aishwarya Rai, Vikram, Prithviraj and others ¡®Raavan¡¯ is one of the biggest and most expected movies of the year.

The music launch is expected to have on dais not only Aishwarya Rai but also Abhishek Bachchan in Chennai.



[/tscii:3d864153ca]
cant wait...seekram audio vidunge

[A.ANAND]

[tscii:0302269fdb]Raavan becomes Ravanan in Tamil

By Moviebuzz | Tuesday, 30 March , 2010, 13:10


It’s official Mani Ratnam’s Ravanaa in Hindi will be titled as Raavanan in Tamil.

The Tamil version has Vikram, Aiswarya Rai and Prithviraj in the lead with Priyamani, Prabhu, Karthik and Munna in supporting roles.

Raavanan had an earlier working title Asoka Vanam in Tamil and has music by AR Rahman, with ace cameraman Santosh Sivan as the cinematographer.

The audio launch of Ravanaa and Raavanan will take place in the last week of April in Mumbai and Chennai respectively after Rahman comes back from his world tour.

Both the versions of the film are scheduled to release simultaneously on June 18, worldwide.



The views expressed in the article are the author's and not of Sify.com.


rahman worldtour pogarathe jun-la than!ivangga[sify] ennamo after worldtour piraguthan audio release pannauvaram!kekkave logic illa!

:banghead: [/tscii:0302269fdb]

[ajaybaskar]

Sridhar Pillai's latest post goes like this.. 'Sony Music's negotiations are in full swing with Madras Talkies for Raavan audio and when the deal is finalised, it is sure to fetch record price in Indian film industry'.

[raghavendran]

Sridhar Pillai's latest post goes like this.. 'Sony Music's negotiations are in full swing with Madras Talkies for Raavan audio and when the deal is finalised, it is sure to fetch record price in Indian film industry'. 8-) 8-)

[A.ANAND]

T-Series gets audio rights of Rahman's Raavan

Continuing its tryst with A R Rahman's titles, music giant T-series has managed to lap the audio rights of his latest mega project Raavan. The music major has acquired the audio rights of the Hindi version of the trilingual saga directed by Mani Ratnam starring power couple Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan.

According to reports, Sony Music was tipped to acquire the music of the film but T-Series walked away with the cake. From Slumdog Millionaire to Delhi 6, the label has been the favoured label of the maestro's body of work.

The music of the film will release in April (2010) and the movie will hit screens on 18 June 2010, informs T-Series' president- marketing media publishing (TV) Vinod Bhanushali. "It is a magnum project which brings together the winning combination of Mani Ratnam and A R Rahman. The film's star cast is also quite an attraction."


http://www.planetradiocity.com/musicreporter/news.php?newscatid=1&newsid=2271

[raghavendran]

T-Series gets audio rights of Rahman's Raavan

Continuing its tryst with A R Rahman's titles, music giant T-series has managed to lap the audio rights of his latest mega project Raavan. The music major has acquired the audio rights of the Hindi version of the trilingual saga directed by Mani Ratnam starring power couple Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan.

According to reports, Sony Music was tipped to acquire the music of the film but T-Series walked away with the cake. From Slumdog Millionaire to Delhi 6, the label has been the favoured label of the maestro's body of work.

The music of the film will release in April (2010) and the movie will hit screens on 18 June 2010, informs T-Series' president- marketing media publishing (TV) Vinod Bhanushali. "It is a magnum project which brings together the winning combination of Mani Ratnam and A R Rahman. The film's star cast is also quite an attraction."


http://www.planetradiocity.com/musicreporter/news.php?newscatid=1&newsid=2271
biggest film of the yr....a mani film in tamizh after a long time

[vibinrajmani]

T-Series gets audio rights of Rahman's Raavan

Continuing its tryst with A R Rahman's titles, music giant T-series has managed to lap the audio rights of his latest mega project Raavan. The music major has acquired the audio rights of the Hindi version of the trilingual saga directed by Mani Ratnam starring power couple Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan.

According to reports, Sony Music was tipped to acquire the music of the film but T-Series walked away with the cake. From Slumdog Millionaire to Delhi 6, the label has been the favoured label of the maestro's body of work.

The music of the film will release in April (2010) and the movie will hit screens on 18 June 2010, informs T-Series' president- marketing media publishing (TV) Vinod Bhanushali. "It is a magnum project which brings together the winning combination of Mani Ratnam and A R Rahman. The film's star cast is also quite an attraction."


http://www.planetradiocity.com/musicreporter/news.php?newscatid=1&newsid=2271
biggest film of the yr....a mani film in tamizh after a long time

Is it true that the tamil version has different songs or should that rumor be squashed?

[Yathu]

It'd be really great if they did tailor the songs around the Tamil lyrics.

[ajaybaskar]

Breaking News: Raavan audio to be released on April 24th

[raghavendran]

[quote="ajaybaskar"]Breaking News: Raavan audio to be released on April 24th[/quote
heard it 8-)

[raghavendran]

மனிரத்னம்,விக்ரம்,ரஹ்மான்,ஐஷ்வர்யா ராய்..இவர்களின் குட்ட்னி etc..பெரிய எதிர்பார்ப்பை உண்டாக்கிய படம் ராவனன் :D :D

[Appu s]

Breaking News: Raavan audio to be released on April 24th

:boo: :bluejump: :redjump:

BTW,On Master blaster's BIrthday ;)

[viraajan]

Here is the track listing of Raavan (Hindi)

http://www.bollywoodhungama.com/movies/audiolisting/14148/index.html

:cool:

[ajaybaskar]

Thanx a ton,bro.

[vibinrajmani]

Guys,

Would the tamil version also be out on the 24th? :huh:

[raghavendran]

Guys,

Would the tamil version also be out on the 24th? :huh:
ya surely...but the function wil happen for the hindi version(mumbai) i think.....

[ajaybaskar]

Hope this launch is not similar to the london Launch of VTV audio. Then it would take atleast 1 more month for the audio to hit the stores..

[littlemaster1982]

Guys,

Would the tamil version also be out on the 24th? :huh:
ya surely...but the function wil happen for the hindi version(mumbai) i think.....

Mani films doesn't have Audio launch function, Pooja etc.

[vibinrajmani]

Hope this launch is not similar to the london Launch of VTV audio. Then it would take atleast 1 more month for the audio to hit the stores..

Hopefully that won't be the case :roll:. If so, that is what I call torture! Since Mani has decided to screen the film at Cannes, the should be completed with the songs. Or he could screen the film without the songs? Well, who really knows :huh:

[AravindMano]

First look of Mani Ratnam's 'Raavan' on "Now Showing" at 10.30pm tonight on CNN-IBN. Have to say, Abhishek B's looking very interesting!

Only a teaser so far, but looks like something worth counting down the days to.

I want to know if the stunt performed in the teaser has been done by Abhishek himself

[AravindMano]

:redjump:Teaser ! (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZG09iGjKH0E)

[satissh_r]

:redjump:Teaser ! (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZG09iGjKH0E)

Arumai! :boo:

[shocker]

What can I say...
That was about 35s seconds of pure bliss.

[ajaybaskar]

http://www.mediafire.com/?go0dzl53gjm

[shocker]

Is he saying Beera or Veera?
Also can some kind Hindi speaker translate the lyrics into english please. Thank you

[Ramakrishna]

No words. :notworthy:

[Yathu]

:2thumbsup: Great teaser trailer! Exciting sounds too. :D

[vibinrajmani]

Mind blowing 30 second treat from ARR!! Is that Kailash Kher? I guess we will see the Abhishek of Yuva. Cannot wait!!

[raghavendran]

Mind blowing 30 second treat from ARR!! Is that Kailash Kher? I guess we will see the Abhishek of Yuva. Cannot wait!!
cannot wait to c vikram...apdiye tamillayum onnu poturkalam

[vibinrajmani]

Mind blowing 30 second treat from ARR!! Is that Kailash Kher? I guess we will see the Abhishek of Yuva. Cannot wait!!
cannot wait to c vikram...apdiye tamillayum onnu poturkalam

You stole my words :D :D I am confident that Vikram would have done justice to the role :thumbsup:

[raghavendran]

Guys,

Would the tamil version also be out on the 24th? :huh:
ya surely...but the function wil happen for the hindi version(mumbai) i think.....

Mani films doesn't have Audio launch function, Pooja etc.
guru had an audio launch...

[Benny Lava]

Guys,

Would the tamil version also be out on the 24th? :huh:
ya surely...but the function wil happen for the hindi version(mumbai) i think.....

Mani films doesn't have Audio launch function, Pooja etc.
guru had an audio launch...

Didn't someone recently post videos of Dil Se audio release function?

[raghavendran]

Guys,

Would the tamil version also be out on the 24th? :huh:
ya surely...but the function wil happen for the hindi version(mumbai) i think.....

Mani films doesn't have Audio launch function, Pooja etc.
guru had an audio launch...

Didn't someone recently post videos of Dil Se audio release function?
i did.... :)

[Benny Lava]

rightu!! adha thaa sonnen :)

[vibinrajmani]

[tscii:caf24c6e2c]Mani's Raavan trailer released!

By Moviebuzz | Saturday, 17 April , 2010, 12:20

Mani Ratnam and Big Pictures have officially launched the teaser trailer of their ambitious Raavan.

It is a 40 second awesome teaser trailer meant for the audio launch of the film on April 24.

The first look of Abhishek Bachchan taking a dive from top of a cliff into a river below and him riding a bike and Aiswarya Rai’s face with fear written all over is the visual.

The Tamil and Telugu Raavanan teaser trailer will be released only close to its audio launch.

T- Series have acquired the Hindi audio rights of the film, which has music by AR Rahman. T-Series, president- marketing media publishing (TV) Vinod Bhanushali said: "It is a magnum project which brings together the winning combination of Mani Ratnam and A R Rahman. The film's star cast is also quite an attraction.”

Meanwhile the Tamil and Telugu audio rights negotiations are going on, with Sony Music emerging as the front runners. As soon as the deal is firmed up, Raavanan audio launch in Tamil and Telugu will take place probably in May.

http://sify.com/movies/tamil/fullstory.php?id=14938761

I knew something like this would happen. It is disappointing for those who have to wait for the tamil version :( [/tscii:caf24c6e2c]

[ajaybaskar]

It is idiotic to release the tamil version on a different date. YMC was released a week later from VTV but YMC was anticipated only by the ARR fans in Andhra. But that is not the case for Raavanan. Mani, Vikram themselves have a huge fan base.

[vibinrajmani]

If I recall, Ayutha Ezhuthu and Yuva audios were released on the same day

[Ramakrishna]

etho oru language. Music vanthaa pothum.

[shocker]

For some reason I can't imagine this trailer song being as effective in Tamil...

[Mahen]

For some reason I can't imagine this trailer song being as effective in Tamil...

:notthatway: Tamil would be better..Vikram has powerful eyes, so effect innum bayangarama-ka irukum...Im guessing the lyrics will be veera veera instead of beera :)

[shocker]

I hope you are right! Anyway I am sure Rahman has adapted it wonderfully. Let us just hope that the Tamil hasn't taken a back seat, with them trying to squeeze in random words to fit in the place of the Hindi. That would be extremely annoying.

[Yathu]

I guess this is not the time or place to say that music has no language.

[Mahen]

I hope you are right! Anyway I am sure Rahman has adapted it wonderfully. Let us just hope that the Tamil hasn't taken a back seat, with them trying to squeeze in random words to fit in the place of the Hindi. That would be extremely annoying.

If im not wrong, the tamil ones were written first just like AE

[A.ANAND]

First poster of Raavan

http://yfrog.com/a2ravanyellowposterj

http://img340.imageshack.us/img340/9498/raavanimage.jpg

[A.ANAND]

Raavan Official Website


http://www.raavan-thefilm.com/

[ajaybaskar]

In India, the audio will be available in the stores from April 23rd evening. Got the info from Landmark.

[Scale]

Kailash Kher.. opening voice theiryala

<dus sar wali> nalla irukkiya :D

[raghavendran]

if the audio of 2 versions release on siff dates then the 1st kekure audio dhaan pudikkum...tamillle pudikkumannu doubtdhaan...cos apr 24th-apr30...1 week...easily the hindi version wil sit in our mind..tamildhu edho dubbing madhiri irukkum..so its a foolish decision mani sir... :? :evil:

[kid-glove]

Kailash Kher.. opening voice theiryala

<dus sar wali> nalla irukkiya :D

Nalla line. But ApisEk :oops:

[Scale]

adhellam vera sollanuma aatha aiswariya thanni kulla yaaru mandirichi vitta :oops: teasera paarthu mudivu panna koodathu.

[ajaybaskar]

30 Sec promo of all Raavan songs

www.ravanmovie.com/2010/04/raavan-listen-songs-online-30-second.html

[Mahen]

[tscii:a3645bfe2a]
The tracklist is out! This tracklist has been released by the Official Twitter page of Raavan The Film. And finally music of Mani Ratnam’s ‘Raavanan’ Tamil & Telugu will be released in May 2010.


1. Veera Veera by A R Rahman, Kailash Kher;
2. Kata Kata by Ila Arun, Malgudi Subha, Sonu Niigaam;
3. Kaadhale by Shreya Ghoshal;
4. Madhuvanam by Asha Bhonsle, Chitra Sivaraman
5. Moozhgi Vidava by Karthik.
6. Aaruyir Nenje by Mahalaxmi Iyer, Rashid Ali
7. Chakaa Chakka by Naresh Iyer![/tscii:a3645bfe2a]

[raghavendran]

[tscii:6ca5e3abc1]
The tracklist is out! This tracklist has been released by the Official Twitter page of Raavan The Film. And finally music of Mani Ratnam’s ‘Raavanan’ Tamil & Telugu will be released in May 2010.


1. Veera Veera by A R Rahman, Kailash Kher;
2. Kata Kata by Ila Arun, Malgudi Subha, Sonu Niigaam;
3. Kaadhale by Shreya Ghoshal;
4. Madhuvanam by Asha Bhonsle, Chitra Sivaraman
5. Moozhgi Vidava by Karthik.
6. Aaruyir Nenje by Mahalaxmi Iyer, Rashid Ali
7. Chakaa Chakka by Naresh Iyer![/tscii:6ca5e3abc1]

:evil: :evil:

[vibinrajmani]

My first impressions are that it is too early to be critiquing these 30 sec samples and also ARR might have composed these songs around Tamil lyrics, which is great :D :D

[vibinrajmani]

[tscii:66dc516341]
The tracklist is out! This tracklist has been released by the Official Twitter page of Raavan The Film. And finally music of Mani Ratnam’s ‘Raavanan’ Tamil & Telugu will be released in May 2010.


1. Veera Veera by A R Rahman, Kailash Kher;
2. Kata Kata by Ila Arun, Malgudi Subha, Sonu Niigaam;
3. Kaadhale by Shreya Ghoshal;
4. Madhuvanam by Asha Bhonsle, Chitra Sivaraman
5. Moozhgi Vidava by Karthik.
6. Aaruyir Nenje by Mahalaxmi Iyer, Rashid Ali
7. Chakaa Chakka by Naresh Iyer![/tscii:66dc516341]

:evil: :evil:

Yep :banghead: :banghead:

[raghavendran]

My first impressions are that it is too early to be critiquing these 30 sec samples and also ARR might have composed these songs around Tamil lyrics, which is great :D :D
உங்க அவதார் சொல்ல்து விக்ரமின் கதாபாத்திரம் பத்தி :)

[K2AL]

[tscii:cba5f2e93a]http://www.arrahman.com/v2/discography/films-hindi-raavan.html

Beera Beera
Vijay Prakash, Mustafa
Additional vocals: Keerthi Sagathia

Behene de
Karthik
Additional vocals: Mohammed Irfan

Thok De Killi
Sukhwinder Singh, Am’nico

Ranjha Ranjha
Rekha Bharadwaj, Javed Ali
Additional vocals: Anuradha Sriram

Khili Re
Reena Bhardwaj
Backing vocals: Dr. Narayanan, Naresh Iyer, M. Kuldeep, Shwetha Mohan, Gopika Purnima, Subhiksha, Sri Madhumita


Kata Kata
Ila Arun, Sapna Awasthi, Kunal Ganjawala
Backing vocals: Suzanne D'Mello, Sujatha Majumdar, Nikitha Nigam, Dilshad Shaikh, R.N. Iyer, Arun Ingle, Chintamani Sohoni, Gowtham Bharadwaj[/tscii:cba5f2e93a]

[music man]

A usual....Not impressive...:-)...Had to wait for the full tracks....Sounds like another second quality Lagaan...;-(

[shocker]

I agree with the above post. Quite underwhelming excluding the Beera Beera song. It has actually grown on me, and that second variation is killing me! Highlight from this album look to be the Behene de (Karthik) and Khili Re.
The hindi seems abit odd so I am assuming it was done in Tamil first.

[Scale]

hm...shocker

Behne De - Backbreaking Sufi blow there looking for the lyrics. Karthik, great choice :thumbsup:

Khili Re - Haunting!

B(V)eera has Kailash Kher voice or its Mustafa? :roll:

why does it stop at 0.30?

[shocker]

I think these might be previews from mp3 shops like Amazon that allow you to preview before you buy.

Khili re sounds like a classic song from the 60s or something. I wouldn't mind listening to that whole song in that quality: it works!

[Scale]

Beera Beera: Intro songs takes a different form.

Thok De Khili : Baazi Laga stuff.

Any tamil songs link?

[SoftSword]

30 Sec promo of all Raavan songs

www.ravanmovie.com/2010/04/raavan-listen-songs-online-30-second.html

:(

the link is removed, help please!!

[satissh_r]

Officela ethuvum kekka mudiyala... enakum help please

[littlemaster1982]

Satish & SS,

Try this link (http://www.4shared.com/file/lciNc0O8/Ravan.html).

[satissh_r]

Satish & SS,

Try this link (http://www.4shared.com/file/lciNc0O8/Ravan.html).

Ithuvum blocked Master :sigh2:

[littlemaster1982]

I can't download too. Veettukku poidhaan pannanum :|

[SoftSword]

hey thanks master...

i thot the promos were in tamil...
none of the promos impress me... so i can proudly say that the songs will be a bigger hit than any :)

[lancelot]

hey thanks master...

i thot the promos were in tamil...
none of the promos impress me... so i can proudly say that the songs will be a bigger hit than any :)

i was thinking the exact same... hehe

thanx master for the link

[satissh_r]

Poster in Tamil

http://www.raavan-thefilm.com/w2-t.html

[lancelot]

Poster in Tamil

http://www.raavan-thefilm.com/w2-t.html

this may sound stupid, but dose Gulzar write tamil lyrics?

[littlemaster1982]

Surprise, it's Vairamuthu :mrgreen:

[lancelot]

Surprise, it's Vairamuthu :mrgreen:

ya i saw that, but the poster/wallpaper says Gulzar.. hehe

[Scale]

oru websitela enna enna files irukkunnu pirichi menjidraanungha :shock: btw, where is the raavanan hiding? :roll:

[Yathu]

none of the promos impress me... so i can proudly say that the songs will be a bigger hit than any :)

:lol: :yes:

[shocker]

none of the promos impress me... so i can proudly say that the songs will be a bigger hit than any :)

:lol: :yes:


Let's all hope so!

[littlemaster1982]

Satish & SS,

Try this link (http://www.4shared.com/file/lciNc0O8/Ravan.html).

Ithuvum blocked Master :sigh2:

Mediafire link (http://www.mediafire.com/?dlmd5hyzzdz).

[seevaa]

i heard that the audio release has been postponed to next week. is it true friends. please confirm

[satissh_r]

Satish & SS,

Try this link (http://www.4shared.com/file/lciNc0O8/Ravan.html).

Ithuvum blocked Master :sigh2:

Mediafire link (http://www.mediafire.com/?dlmd5hyzzdz).

Thanks Master, officela intha shared sites elam blocked and just shifted my house so broadband innum marala :( Cd vanthapparam than kekka mudiyum pola

[SoftSword]

Satish & SS,

Try this link (http://www.4shared.com/file/lciNc0O8/Ravan.html).

Ithuvum blocked Master :sigh2:

Mediafire link (http://www.mediafire.com/?dlmd5hyzzdz).

Thanks Master, officela intha shared sites elam blocked and just shifted my house so broadband innum marala :( Cd vanthapparam than kekka mudiyum pola
endha siteumae work agalaena apram andha aapicela ennatthukku kuppai kottanum...

(aaru round adichum mabberalena apram andha karumattha ennatthukku kudikkonum)

[satissh_r]

endha siteumae work agalaena apram andha aapicela ennatthukku kuppai kottanum...

(aaru round adichum mabberalena apram andha karumattha ennatthukku kudikkonum)

Enna panrathu ippa appraisal nerama vera pochu :P

[littlemaster1982]

Satish,

I can send you the songs through mail, if you want. PM me your mail id :)

[SoftSword]

endha siteumae work agalaena apram andha aapicela ennatthukku kuppai kottanum...

(aaru round adichum mabberalena apram andha karumattha ennatthukku kudikkonum)

Enna panrathu ippa appraisal nerama vera pochu :P

indha ilavukaattha kili... ilavukaattha kili'nu onnu irundhuchaam...

[Yathu]

Prithviraj in Raavanan:

http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_NVAPjLoGjnw/S889RONRtVI/AAAAAAAAAXM/QEURGMVLqhk/s1600/hu.jpg

http://www.ravanmovie.com/

[Yathu]

This thread title needs to be changed. Its stuck between the Hindi and Tamil versions.

[SoftSword]

Prithviraj in Raavanan:

http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_NVAPjLoGjnw/S889RONRtVI/AAAAAAAAAXM/QEURGMVLqhk/s1600/hu.jpg

http://www.ravanmovie.com/

idhulayum lyrics: gulzar

[A.ANAND]

Exclusive: Mani Ratnam and Rahman are all set to recreate magic with Raavan

Jimi Hendrix once said, "Music is a safe kind of high". Well then, you're just two days away before you get high. So be prepared for an overdose of musical madness. Thanks to Mani Ratnam and A.R. Rahman, who've weaved their magic in Raavan. As we are just one day away from the music launch of the year for the 2010's most awaited film, there has been a latest development in the music front. Sources say that Asha Bhonsle has recently recorded a song for Mani's Raavan for the Tamil version. We also hear that for one of his tracks called 'Kata Kata' which is sung by Ila Arun, Sapna Awasthi and Kunal Ganjawala in the Hindi version of the film, the maverick director shot this big budget song with 500 dancers in Jhansi along with choreographer Ganesh Acharya, which took four days to wrap up.

And if you liked Abhishek Bachchan in and as Raavan in the 30 second trailer and the first look, think again! In the tamil version's Raavan, Vikram will also take you by surprise (see the pic). In almost the same identical look and make up which Abhishek dons in the Hindi version, this is Vikram at his best. This is Vikram's biggest roles in his longstanding career and his stellar acting skills are the much talked about in tinseltown, as he apparently shines alongside Aishwarya Rai Bachchan as the hero and the villain in this bi-lingual film. Prithviraj will play the antagonist in the Tamil version of Raavan.

But if there is one thing which makes Raavan unique, (besides acting) is its music. A.R. Rahman is back with the vengeance and is all set to give his best work ever as per the sources. He has done it in the past for Mani Ratnam in Dil Se and Bombay but in Raavan, he is going to be one notch higher. We guess he also heard Jimi Hendrix well.

The Hindi and Tamil track list features the best of the best in Indian music - A.R. Rahman himself, Asha Bhonsle, Sukhwinder Singh, Kailash Kher, Reena Bhardwaj, Rashid Ali, Mahalaxmi Iyer, Naresh Iyer, Shreya Ghoshal, Karthik, Malgudi Subha, Ila Arun, Kunal Ganjawala, Sapna Awasthi and Sonu Niigaam.

It's definitely going to be a sound evening or is it?

Below is the Tamil track list of Raavan:

'Veera Veera' by A.R. Rahman and Kailash Kher
'Kata Kata' by Ila Arun, Malgudi Subha, Sonu Niigaam
'Kaadhale' by Shreya Ghoshal
'Madhuvanam' by Asha Bhonsle and Chitra Sivaram
'Moozhgi Vidaya' by Karthik
'Aaruyir Nenje' by Mahalaxmi Iyer and Rashid Ali

Below is the Hindi track list of Raavan:

'Beera Beera' by Vijay Prakash and Mustafa.
'Behene De' by Karthik
'Thok de Killi' by Sukhwinder Singh and Am'nico,
'Ranjha Ranjha' by Rekha Bharadwaj and Javed Ali
'Khilli Re' by Reena Bharadwaj.
'Kata Kata' by Ila arun, Sapna Awasthi and Kunal Ganjaw

http://www.bollywoodhungama.com/features/2010/04/22/6162/

[satissh_r]

endha siteumae work agalaena apram andha aapicela ennatthukku kuppai kottanum...

(aaru round adichum mabberalena apram andha karumattha ennatthukku kudikkonum)

Enna panrathu ippa appraisal nerama vera pochu :P

indha ilavukaattha kili... ilavukaattha kili'nu onnu irundhuchaam...

nalu varushama nadakala so intha tharava nadakumnu nambikkai than :roll:

[Yathu]

Prithviraj in Raavanan:

http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_NVAPjLoGjnw/S889RONRtVI/AAAAAAAAAXM/QEURGMVLqhk/s1600/hu.jpg

http://www.ravanmovie.com/

idhulayum lyrics: gulzar

Yeah its quite disgraceful they can't even get that right.

Also you can see a lighting dude holding one of those reflective things in Prithviraj's sunglasses!

[lancelot]

Prithviraj in Raavanan:

http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_NVAPjLoGjnw/S889RONRtVI/AAAAAAAAAXM/QEURGMVLqhk/s1600/hu.jpg

http://www.ravanmovie.com/

idhulayum lyrics: gulzar

Yeah its quite disgraceful they can't even get that right.

Also you can see a lighting dude holding one of those reflective things in Prithviraj's sunglasses!

you can actually see a man on the left side of his sunglasses.
is this really a Mani Ratnam movie? if they promo pics say anything... am not feeling good :(

[Mahen]

[tscii:8fdfbb2a60]Sony Music grabs Raavanan audio!
By Moviebuzz | Thursday, 22 April , 2010, 19:35


One of India’s leading music companies Sony Music has grabbed the audio rights of Mani Ratnam’s forthcoming Raavan’s Tamil version Raavanan and its Telugu dubbing Villain for a record price.

Sources close to the development said: “The Tamil Raavanan audio launch will take place a few days after the Hindi Raavan audio which is to be launched on April 24. It will be a red carpet event as Chennai is the home town of Mani sir, ARR and Vikram. All of them will take part in the event, details are being worked out as the launch will happen on or before April 30.”

The music of Raavan is composed by Academy Awards winner AR Rahman. Sony Music had lost out the Hindi audio of the film to T-Series, so they were determined to grab the Tamil and Telugu rights of the film. Remember Sony Music has the best AR Rahman library and is also close to the Oscar winning music director.

Raavanan in Tamil and Telugu has an impressive star cast- Vikram, Aiswarya Rai, Prithviraj, Priyamani, Prabhu, Karthik and others. Mani Ratnam is the biggest brand name in south Indian cinema after Rajinikanth and Kamal Hassan. The Mani Ratnam- AR Rahman combo has never failed, and Raavanan is sure to be a chartbuster.



The views expressed in the article are the author's and not of Sify.com. [/tscii:8fdfbb2a60]

[slperson1]

After hearing the sound samples, I am very disappointed. I was expecting something new and refreshing, but it is too periodic and reminiscent of Guru, but without the refreshing sounds of Guru. I was expecting something more youthful with this cast.

[Mahen]

TOday audio release, ana thread romba silent-ta irukey :roll:

[A.ANAND]

TOday audio release, ana thread romba silent-ta irukey :roll:

2morow illaya??24 april thane release-su!! :roll:

[A.ANAND]

[tscii:55000ebf44]
Asha Bhonsle renders her voice for Tamil Raavan!
Thursday, April 22, 2010, 16:34 [IST]








This year’s most awaited Bollywood film, Raavan will have its music release just two days from now, on April 24. And the excitement for it is already in the air.


Buzz up!
According to sources, Asha Bhosle has rendered her voice to a song in the Tamil version of Raavan. Also, one of the tracks, ‘Kata Kata’, features artists Ila Arun, Sapna Awasthi and Kunal Ganjawala. The video of the song was shot in Jhansi, with 500 dancers and is choreographed by Ganesh Acharya. The big budget song took four days to wind up.


The 30 second preview for the both the Tamil and Hindi version is out and Abhishek Bachchan and Vikram both seem to have done a marvelous job. But the music of the film is being awaited about as much as the film itself. AR Rahman is back to provide some of his best work to the movie. Some of his best compositions in the past have been for Mani Ratnam’s movies,Bombay and Dil Se. With Raavan, the composer just wants to go one level higher.

The Hindi and Tamil albums feature some of the best artistes in Indian music, like AR Rahman, Asha Bhonsle, Sukhwinder Singh, Kailash Kher, Reena Bhardwaj, Rashid Ali, Mahalaxmi Iyer, Naresh Iyer, Shreya Ghoshal, Karthik, Malgudi Subha, Ila Arun, Kunal Ganjawala, Sapna Awasthi and Sonu Nigam.


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[littlemaster1982]

Prithviraj in Raavanan:

http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_NVAPjLoGjnw/S889RONRtVI/AAAAAAAAAXM/QEURGMVLqhk/s1600/hu.jpg

http://www.ravanmovie.com/

This looks like a fan made poster to me. Official website has only Vikram's pics/posters.

[Mahen]

TOday audio release, ana thread romba silent-ta irukey :roll:

2morow illaya??24 april thane release-su!! :roll:

:oops: I thought its 24th today

[A.ANAND]

TOday audio release, ana thread romba silent-ta irukey :roll:

2morow illaya??24 april thane release-su!! :roll:

:oops: I thought its 24th today

don't worry start from tomorow, intha thread-la erimalai vedikkum! :lol:

[satissh_r]

Thanks to Master, I heard the samples now. eppellam low quality samples ketutu original version kekereno I'll feel WOW! Same case with this movie too. Veetla patha Bheera trailerla sound quality was awesome so athe veche solven the audio is goin to be unique and new as usual :)

[A.ANAND]

Will Mani Ratnam turn the villain into the hero?
Last updated on: April 23, 2010 11:10 IST

http://movies.rediff.com/slide-show/2010/apr/23/slide-show-1-mani-ratnams-trilingual-ready.htm

[A.ANAND]

[tscii:cd1d80526c]MANI HAS OTHER PLANS FOR RAAVAN’S AUDIO LAUNCH





April 23, 2010

Home > More news

Mani Ratnam has decided to launch the audio of Raavan on April 24th. But sources close to the film unit say that the audio launch of the Tamil version will be held in Chennai at a later date, preferably before April 30th.

Yet another piece of info is that Sony Music has bagged the audio rights of the Tamil and Telugu version for a huge amount. With the songs being scored by the Oscar winner AR Rahman, there is a speculation among the movie and music buffs that there would be several chartbusters in the album.


http://www.behindwoods.com/tamil-movie-news-1/apr-10-03/raavan-mani-ratnam-23-04-10.html[/tscii:cd1d80526c]

[satissh_r]

I called supreme Music. They said the CD's are available for purchase here(by evening 5 today). Will get mine by evening. Cant wait to get the hell out of my office. Those free now can go and get theirs from Yahoo groups.

Looks like it will be available from tonight :boo:

[SoftSword]

thamizh/hindi?
in india?

[satissh_r]

thamizh/hindi?
in india?

Hindi than in Hyderabad. Chennailayum nichayama kedaikanum :)

[SoftSword]

nite song release...
idhu varaikkum namma hubla oru paattu kooda leak aagalayaa..
avamaanam...

[Mahen]

nite song release...
idhu varaikkum namma hubla oru paattu kooda leak aagalayaa..
avamaanam...
:lol: Someone pls pm me if you have the songs :) truly appreciate it :)

[ajaybaskar]

Raavan audio now available in stores...

[littlemaster1982]

When was the last time ARR's album got released in stores before mp3s are leaked :P

[ajaybaskar]

Blue..

[Guess_Me]

I must say T-Series surpassed themselves in terms of recording quality. Raavan audio quality is just amazing. You can hear the minutest detail in absolute fidelity.

I now forgive T-Series for their debacle with Blue.

Will post my review after listening a few more times. As of now, Beera, Khilli Re and Ranjha Ranjha........WOW!

[ajaybaskar]

How is the audio, GM? Review pls...

One more request, please visit this section atleast once in a while.. :-)

[Guess_Me]

Kata Kata almost reaches the standards set by Veerapandi Kottayile. I never thought we would get another Veerapandi from ARR again. Can't wait to listen to the Tamil version.

As of now my preference:

1. Beera Beera (too short)
2. Ranjha Ranjha (beauty)
3. Khilli Re (classic)
4. Kata Kata (thumping drumbeats)

Couldn't listen to the remaining 2 songs. Every time I try to do that, I keep on going back to Ranjha and Beera.

[Guess_Me]

How is the audio, GM? Review pls...

One more request, please visit this section atleast once in a while.. :-)
I always visit ajaybaskar; but hardly post anything.

[Mahen]

:shock: Why no one has bought the CD when it is already available in audio shops? :roll:

[Yathu]

I wanted to listen to the Tamil version first, but I don't think I can wait. :skull:

[vibinrajmani]

I had a chance to listen to the first five tracks at least once. I found myself liking every track instantaneously, which is rare for an ARR album as they are slow poison :D Now I am absolutely afraid of liking the Hindi version more than the Tamil one :roll:

:redjump: :bluejump:

[ajaybaskar]

Mahen,

I am on the way...

[Mahen]

Mahen,

I am on the way...

:notworthy: Thats the spirit :D Appadiye share pannirunga..ITs not easy to get hindi cds here

[mahen01]

No tamil no cds.. Wait till they relese it in Tamil. I dont think mumbai people will rush and buy cds if it released in Tamil first.. We Tamils are the ilichavayans... buy cds in hindi then after released in Tamil buy that as well.. Mani is cashing up using our own weekness.

[mahen01]

May be because of this ilichavayans they are delaying Tamil version to get the extra hindi sales...

[Mahen]

Katta KAtta and Bheera :omg: Amazing stuff..Khille re :musicsmile: Rhanja rhanja :2thumbsup: Behene de and thok de killi are not instantly likable...it takes time to like it..IMO, this is not a commercial album like VTV..

[Mahen]

No tamil no cds.. Wait till they relese it in Tamil. I dont think mumbai people will rush and buy cds if it released in Tamil first.. We Tamils are the ilichavayans... buy cds in hindi then after released in Tamil buy that as well.. Mani is cashing up using our own weekness.

This is unnecessary..We all do not know the real reason for delay..stop assuming things

[shocker]

I must say T-Series surpassed themselves in terms of recording quality. Raavan audio quality is just amazing. You can hear the minutest detail in absolute fidelity.

I now forgive T-Series for their debacle with Blue.

Will post my review after listening a few more times. As of now, Beera, Khilli Re and Ranjha Ranjha........WOW!


T-Series has barely anything to do with audio quality. They just reproduce discs! All the quality is down to A.R.Rahman (and his engineers mainly). Blame them for the Blue 'debacle'.

[shocker]

I am assuming the Hindi CD has been released?
Can I download this on iTunes or Amazon? Please link.

[Gaja]

'Behene De..' sung by Karthik is just AMAZING!!!!!!!!! Can't wait for the Tamil version :-)

[Ramakrishna]

Audio release aanathu kooda theriyaama thirinjikittu irukken..Stupid Ram....Links pls

[ajaybaskar]

Listened to all the songs. Nothing except Ranjha has impressed me so far. I know that it is too early to review an ARR album. I'l post my review after 24 hrs..

[Ramakrishna]

links links links...Guess me

[ajaybaskar]

Thambi, check ur pm first...

[Ramakrishna]

Thanks thalaivaa....unga review enna sappunu mudichiteenga....orkut la ellaarum aahaa ohoonraanga

[ajaybaskar]

Its not the same kind of satisfaction that VTV gave me on first listen. Let me give it some time before drawing conclusions bcoz I already have lot of experiences where I have'nt liked the songs in the first listen but later they went on to be my favourites..

[seevaa]

this is a mind blowing stuff from arr. waiting for the tamil version. beera, thok di killi amazing. sounds more tamilish

[shocker]

Where is everyone listening? Is this all "sharing"?

[Yathu]

Pirates have already carried out their services shocker.

After the first listen, surprise surprise, I'm not really connecting with most of the songs. Like the sound of Ranjha Ranjha, Beera & Kata Kata so far.

Feeling alienated is just what I've come to expect from the first listens of a new ARR album. I'm sure I'll be raving about it soon enough!

[Mahen]

http://itwofs.com/milliblog/2010/04/23/music-review-raavan-hindi-a-r-rahman/

[littlemaster1982]

After the first listen, surprise surprise, I'm not really connecting with most of the songs. Like the sound of Ranjha Ranjha, Beera & Kata Kata so far.

Feeling alienated is just what I've come to expect from the first listens of a new ARR album. I'm sure I'll be raving about it soon enough!

Agree. With every word.

[Pveena]

Really liking the melody of "Behene De"...ARR always brings out the best in his singers, and here Karthik is amazing...

Totally looking forward to the release of the Tamil version :)

[Mahen]

Very strange..Thread romba silent-ta iruku :shock:

[Mahen]

http://www.bollywoodhungama.com/movies/musicreview/14148/index.html

[lancelot]

Kata Kata!! :bluejump: :redjump: :omg: :yes: :ty: :shoot: :cheer: :happydance: :musicsmile: :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :clap: :clap: :clap:

[vibinrajmani]

Very strange..Thread romba silent-ta iruku :shock:

I have only listened to the songs twice and I am controlling myself from listening for a few more days until the Tamil version releases!!
Maybe a lot of fans here are doing the same :roll:

[MADDY]

heard all songs - remba underwhelming.......most underwhelming ARR album since guru on first listen :oops: ........even Blue had fiqraana :roll:

[ajaybaskar]

Maddy,

I think this album is going to turn out to be a stunner once the film reLeases. Both Mani and thalai are not muffpots to churn out average music. Lets wait for some more time..

BTW, I am hooked on to Ranjha. Sheer brilliance. Having ARR stamp all over it..

[MADDY]

Maddy,

I think this album is going to turn out to be a stunner once the film reLeases. Both Mani and thalai are not muffpots to churn out average music. Lets wait for some more time..

adhellam unmai dhaan - im just talking abt first listen :)

[A.ANAND]

[tscii:83932aa9f6]http://www.musicaloud.com/2010/04/23/raavan-music-review/

Musicaloud reviews Raavan 9/10

Raavan shows promises right from the word go, starting with the bouncy Beera, the mix of Indian and African folk elements in the orchestration forming a perfect combo. And Vijay Prakash does a fab job of the rendition alongside newcomer Mustafa Kutoane and Keerthi Sagathia, with Rahman making the occasional appearance in the background. Mustafa seems to be an African singer from his voice and style. Nice debut anyways. Things take a somber, yet better, turn with the sufi-ish Behene De. The faint resemblance in tune with some older Rahman tunes like Satrangi Re is totally forgotten in the beauty of the instrumentation and the spot-on vocals by Karthik and Mohammad Irfan. It is rather unfortunate that Karthik hasn’t been able to build a place in Bollywood in spite of having sung quite a few good tracks for Rahman. Of course if he keeps getting such beauties from Rahman himself it doesn’t really matter! Thok De Killi is the only slightly uninteresting fare in the whole lot. In spite of Sukhwinder Singh’s high energy vocals (supported by another newbie by name Am’Nico) and barring Rahman’s clever instrumental additions in places, the song is largely tedious.
The previous dip is more than compensated with the awesome Sufi-electronic fusion in Ranjha Ranjha. I have especially been caught on by the instrumentation in the initial one minute. The breezy processed humming of Anuradha Sriram is such a perfect fit for the overall mood! There is obviously no need to comment on the singing by Rekha Bharadwaj and Javed Ali. After a break Reena Bhardwaj returns to sing for ARR the beautiful Khilli Re. There is every chance given the semi classical nature of the song that Khilli Re will not cut ice with a lot of listeners, but it is in such songs that I have felt Rahman’s master class truly gets demonstrated, and to me this is the pick of the album. I loved the brief Chinese violin accompaniment towards the end (3:11 – 3:22). As it started, Raavan ends with another lively song, Kata Kata, a heavy-on-percussion track. Being right down their alley, Ila Arun and Sapna Awasthi handle the folksy track with ease with good support from Kunal Ganjawala and a host of other singers.
Rahman may have grown by leaps and bounds over the years, working with some of the biggest names all over India and outside, but his finest scores still continue to be reserved for one person, Mani Ratnam. And for good reason too, considering the way Mani Ratnam has treated each of those songs in his movies. Eagerly waiting for Raavan’s videos now!

Music Aloud Rating: 9/10
Recommended tracks: Khilli Re, Behene De, Ranjha Ranjha
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[A.ANAND]

behene - kartik :omg: savadi song! :notworthy: :2thumbsup:

[sha]

T series gave a good surprise with Quality.

Im hooked to Behene De and Ranjha for now...

[A.ANAND]

Raavan music review: Ravana

http://www.hotcurrentnews.com/bollywood/raavan-music-launch-review-ravana-songs-free-download/1054#

[Ramakrishna]

Beera beera, behene de, kata kata...i listened to only these 3 songs so far....semaiyaa irukku.....Underwhelming-a? chanceless.....

Kata kata maathiri paattu tamil-la epdi irukkum? I think there would be some changes.

[A.ANAND]

mani and rahman strike gold with ravan!

:clap: :clap: :2thumbsup: :cheer: :cheer: :happydance: :happydance:

ipadi oru soundtrack rahman kitta irunthu etheerparthen :victory: very simple tune with powerfull arragement! :notworthy:

my fav,behne de,ranjha rajhna,kata kata,thok de killi

waiting for tamil version! :bluejump: :bluejump: :redjump: :redjump: :boo: :boo: :boo: :happydance: :happydance:

[A.ANAND]

Vikram in Mumbai for Raavan audio launch

By Moviebuzz | Saturday, 24 April , 2010, 09:03



Vikram is in Mumbai for the audio launch of the biggest movie of the year, Mani Ratnam抯 Raavan.

The music of the movie by Oscar winner AR Rahman has already made a presence on the net and is a runaway super hit.

Raavan, is the most anticipated album in recent times as Gulzar- Rahman- Mani is a deadly trio. Who can forget the foot stomping Chaiyya, Chaiyaa?/I> from the trios earlier Dil Se?

The songs of Raavan have a earthy feel about it and Beera Beera?/I>, Behne De?/I> are sure going to be chartbusters. Audio industry trackers say that it is going to be the album of the year. Remember Mani sir- ARR music has never failed.

T-Series' president- marketing media publishing Vinod Bhanushali said: "The movie has the magical combination of A R Rahman and Mani Ratnam. It is also Mani sir's first project with us and we are going to promote it through every possible medium."

Meanwhile Vikram will be there at today抯 launch. It will be his first major exposure to Bollywood. Says Vikram: 揑抦 thrilled to be a part of Raavan and looking forward to a great evening.?P>

The views expressed in the article are the author's and not of Sify.com.

[A.ANAND]

kata..kata..can't wait hear in tamil version :happydance: :happydance: :happydance: savadi sanggu song! :yes: :swinghead: :cheer:

[shocker]

Beera is probably the best song, but it is way too short and repetitive.
All the other songs are good but not amazing.
I would say overall VTV is a much stronger album...it was more experimental and much different from the usual stuff.

Kata Kata really reminds me of Yaro Yarodi (Alapayuthey).
I don't think Karthik was the right choice for Behene De...this song is quite boring.

I hope I can come back in a few days, after hearing the Tamil version on repeat, and be able to say that this album is by far the best of AR.

[jinju]

though the wait is going to be a bit longer and unbearable, am controlling myself for the tamil version to release and will listen to Raavanan first than Raavan! :)

[A.ANAND]

[tscii:afb93898bd]Music review: Raavan Hindi ¨C A R Rahman

Beera, in true Rahman style, takes a spirited, free-flowing life of its own; the energizing tune, completely fresh vocals of Mustafa Kutoane¡¯s literally African sound and Vijay Prakash¡¯s spritely rendition¡*it all adds up perfectly. Behene de is gorgeous! Resembling the style of Taj Mahal¡¯s Kuliridhu is a massive advantage, even as it takes many fascinating turns mid-way. Karthik is in dazzling form in this track! Thok di killi¡¯s exotic sounds and energy have it in great stead even beyond those occasionally predictable Arabic¡¯esque phases, thanks in large doses to the energizer bunny-level liveliness of Sukhwinder Singh. The way it ends, in almost a frenzy, is a nice touch! Ranjha ranjha, with its methodically ascending orchestration and earthy vocals by Rekha Bharadwaj, offers instant gratification. Add to that, Javed Ali¡¯s polished vocals, some scintillating interludes and sheer lyrical drama by Gulzar ¨C this is a clear winner! Khili re is Rahman-template in every note¡*that semi-devotional, heartfelt rendition by a lady ¨C sounds functional, but is also the sole mildly-appealing track. Kata kata is a euphoric victory, but; immediately catchy and hummable, with enough mind-boggling layers hidden to unravel on multiple listens. Mani, as always, continues to bring the best out of Rahman!

Keywords: 200, A R Rahman, Maniratnam, Abhishek Bachcan, Aishwarya Rai, Vikram

http://itwofs.com/milliblog/2010/04/23/music-review-raavan-hindi-a-r-rahman/[/tscii:afb93898bd]

[mahen01]

From: jinju on Sat Apr 24 6:24:07 2010. [Full View]

though the wait is going to be a bit longer and unbearable, am controlling myself for the tamil version to release and will listen to Raavanan first than Raavan! Smile



Way to go jinju.. Tri lingual means they should release songs in all languages at the same time. Cant compare this delay with VTV. Thats totaly different. The only obvious reason can be to increase and cash in the sales of Hindi version. Maniratnam is so cheap and should be ashamed of himself for using this kind of dirty tricks.

I cant beleive Rahman agreed to delay other versions. Im so dissappointed. Its going to feel like a dub movie.

[Ramakrishna]

behne de and beera all the way.

Releasing the hindi version first is good in a way. The songs sound very hindi-ish, generating a curiosity of how he would have adapted the songs in tamil.

[Ramakrishna]

beera in tamil by ARR must have been mani's decision.

[shocker]

Some were saying the songs were done in Tamil first, so that would be even more interesting to see!

[raghavendran]

behne de and beera all the way.

Releasing the hindi version first is good in a way. The songs sound very hindi-ish, generating a curiosity of how he would have adapted the songs in tamil.
i think thats the problem now...the tamil version wont get into the mind..cos v r listening to hindi first...frist tamil keturndha vere madhiri solirpom :evil: