Friday, August 29, 2008

Nayantara & Surya paired for first time!

Udayanidhi Stalin's home banner Red Giant Movies has a casting coup- Surya and Nayantara coming together for the first time in an untitled film to be directed by K.S Ravi Kumar. It is going to be Udayanidhi Stalin's second venture after Kuruvi. The shoot will start some time in December, after Surya completes Ayan and Nayanthara finishes her current assignments, Aegan and Villu. Nayantara had done a brief appearance in Surya's Ghajani in which Asin was the heroine. K.S Ravi Kumar was trying to bring them together, and now it has become a reality. Ravi Kumar will complete Jaggu Bhai, by October end, and then start work on the new film, which is likely to have music by A.R Rahman. The other things are being worked out as the film is likely to be a summer 2009 release. 
Source:Nayantara & Surya paired for first time!
 
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Monday, August 18, 2008

Kuselan surya

Kuselan, the Rajini starrer, has been making news from the day the movie was announced. And it is making the biggest news ever as it nears completion: Rajinikanth, Surya will be seen together in a song in this film. Yes! It is incredible but true!

The song begins with the words 'Cinema…cinema…MGR, Sivaji, NTR….ivargal irundha cinema…..inimale idhu pol varuma'.

P. Vasu, the director of Kuselan, said that the audio of Kuselan will be released worldwide on June 30, 2008.The music of this film is by G.V. Prakash. The film will be released in July.

 
Source:Kuselan surya

Director Madesh impresses Surya

Producer-director Madesh is a happy man these days. He has managed to halt the failure-run of Captain Vijayakanth with his 'Arasangam'.

Madesh, a one-time associate of director Shankar, has managed to come up with a one-liner which seems to have impressed Surya.

Up on the insistence of Surya, Madesh seems to be working on the script. Surya is currently shooting for 'Ayan', directed by K V Anand and produced by AVM in Australia.

Madesh is upbeat about the chances of Surya coming together to work with him.

Sources close to the director say the two would hopefully commence their venture which would go to floors later this year.

The movie has a mass theme along the lines of 'Ghajini'.

 
Source:Director Madesh impresses Surya

Surya and Ayan team in Malaysia

Surya is right now in Malaysia shooting for the second schedule of his Ayan. In fact director KV Anand had left Chennai on May 12 and the Surya who was last seen at the Agaram Foundations "Herovaa Zerovaa" launch left Chennai the same night to Malaysia.

Said Anand: " We are shooting some action scenes and a song. We wanted a North Indian guy to play the antagonist and the hot and handsome Akashdeep Saigal fitted the role to a T"

Akashdeep Saigal is a popular face in Ekta Kapoor soaps like 'Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi'.

Says a charged Anand: "I shot a few scenes with Saigal in T Nagar and Mylapore and no one recognized him but when we shifted to Sowcarpet area where there is huge Gujarati and Marwadi population, he was mobbed".

Anand also added that Saigal is going to be the perfect foil to Surya's character and the team is sure going to rock. Ayan shooting will go on till June 3 in Malaysia

 
Source:Surya and Ayan team in Malaysia

Vaaranam Aayiram on August 15

Time and now, we are not able to exactly find out the release date of Vaaranam Aayiram. Finally, after many obsessions from producer Oscar V Ravichandran, Gowtham has somehow managed to complete the movie. And now comes the happy news that Vaaranam Aayiram will finally hit the screens on August 15 for the occasion of Independence Day.

 
Source:Vaaranam Aayiram on August 15

“Surya is doing Singam”

Vijay after Kuruvi wants to become Singam (Arimaa).  The announcement for the same came out few days before.  The movie is directed by Prabhu Deva.

Already a movie titled Singam, having Surya in the lead role is under production and being directed by Hari.

It seems Vijay has to look for some other name instead of Singam as the name has already been booked for Surya.  Vijay may go with Arimaa - the pure Tamil word for the sanskrit Singam (Simha).

 
Source:"Surya is doing Singam"

Sameera on Surya

Sameera on Surya

Vaaranam Aayiram directed by Gautham Menon is nearing completion and the film has Simran, Sameera Reddy and Divya in the lead roles. While talking about her co-star Surya, Sameera Reddy states that it is very difficult to perform well especially in the presence of a talented actor like Surya.

She further says, "I have done films in Telugu and Hindi but the role in Vaaranam Aayiram was very challenging and I thoroughly enjoyed doing it." To a further query on her character in the film, the lady preferred to be tight lipped. She is also amazed at the way Surya kept losing and gaining weight for the film and found it difficult to counter him in many scenes which resulted in many retakes from her side. On her next project in Tamil, Sameera said that she has been lassoed on to Gautham Menon's next project with Ajith.

 
Source:Sameera on Surya

Ayan shooting to start soon

Tamanna is teaming up with actor Suriya for Ayan. Suriya has recently completed 15 days of shooting in Indian Military Academy at Dehradun for Vaaranamaayiram. He will soon start shooting for AVM's Ayan. Directed by K.V. Anand, Ayan is expected to be another feather in Tamanna's cap. Her last release Kalloori won her critical acclaim.

Talking about Ayan, director Anand said that it was a very good subject and Suriya will be seen in a very stylish manner on screen. He also added that the movie has been peppered with action sequences keeping in mind Suriya's image. But there will be no meaningless action or unnecessary sentiments. He also said that Tamanna was his first choice as she has the right mix of emotions, expressions, looks, and freshness.

 
Source:Ayan shooting to start soon

Jyotika and Surya against autism

Jyotika, who had quit a successful acting career after she married actor Suriya has decided to come back and do a documentary about autism. The documentary also features Suriya and is intended to create awareness against autism, a brain development disorder found among children.

The documentary is being produced after Tamil Nadu School Education Minister Thangam Thennarasu has taken the initiative to produce a movie to creative awareness about autism.

V. Priya, who directed Kanda Naal Muthal, will direct the movie and K.V. Anand will handle the camera.

 
Source:Jyotika and Surya against autism

Stars come together for a noble cause

Knowing the huge fan base of children of the Kollywood stars Vijay, Surya and Madhavan, the government of Tamilnadu has decided to shoot a documentary in which the three stars will be seen encouraging and conveying the advantages and importance of sending the children to school.

The documentary which will be out during the children's summer vacations is directed by the Ace cinematographer turned director K.V.Anand.

The three leading actors agreed to work for the documentary without any remuneration.

Who else than the film stars can spread a noble message with the highest impact in a short time?

 
Source:Stars come together for a noble cause

Gautham speaks on Varanam Aayiram

Gautham Menon is a busy director in Tamil cinema today. The director, who is known for his serious action films, is currently directing Suriya for 'Varanam Aayiram'.

Buzz is that he would be directing Vikram next. Busy completing 'Varanam Aayiram', the ace director chose time off his busy schedule to share his views on how 'Varanam Aayiram' has shaped up.

'It's a simple film about a youngster and his experiences in life. He lives life fully, discovers something new every moment. He is on the verge of life every moment.'

On his next, he says, 'We have started work on 'Chennaiyil Oru Mazhaikaalam', with Trisha in the lead and several other newcomers- Sandhya, Nikita, Veera, Karthik, Shyam and Satish. It is going to be a fun film about several people falling in love left and right'.

 
Source:Gautham speaks on Varanam Aayiram

‘Ayan’: Team

We all are now aware that after Suriya's 'Varanam Aayiram' with Goutham Menon. Suriya will next be seen in 'Ayan'.

'Ayan' will see Suriya and 'Kalloori' fame Tamanna playing the main characters. This film will be directed by K.V. Anand and the cinematography for this film will be by M.S. Prabhu. It worthy to say that it was K.V. Anand who was responsible for the cinematography of the superstar's super grosser 'Sivaji-The Boss'.

Now, what many are not aware is that K.V. Anand and M.S. Prabhu have worked as juniors to ace cinematographer and national award winner P.C. Sriram who has been a mentor to some of the top cinematographers in the Indian film industry, some of whom include the director of this film K.V. Anand, Tirru and Jeeva, the director of 'Unnale Unnale' who is now no more.

Both the friends have tasted success and are on their journey to more success. With this film 'Ayan' the two disciples of a great master will be getting together.

Let us hope that this film brings some new ideas to direction as well as cinematography.

 
Source:'Ayan': Team

15 million rupees worth camera damaged

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Oscar Ravichandran produced Vaaranam Aayiram (Varanam Ayiram), which is starred by Surya and Sameera Reddy is getting ready.

Shooting was taken for a song sequence in which an expensive camera was used.  A technician from Mumbai was handling the camera, by wearing it in his hip belt.

Un-expectedly he fell down and suffered head injuries.  He was immediately given medical treatment.  While he fell down, the camera that he was wearing in his belt, fall down and broken.  The value of the camera is said to be 15 million rupees worth.

Shooting was cancelled temporarily and another camera of the same quality was brought and shooting continued.

When Oscar Ravichandran was contacted to comment, he says "In shooting spot, these kind of accidents are normal, even though its all very very rare events!"

 
Source:15 million rupees worth camera damaged

Surya’s trip to South Africa

Actor Surya's next venture for AVM Productions commenced recently amidst much fanfare. Titled Ayan, this film is directed by cinematographer-turned-director K.V. Anand. The team will fly down to South Africa to shoot a song sequence with Surya and his on-screen pair Tamanna. Sources say that the director has already done his homework by scouting for good locations in those areas.

Ayan is about a 23-year-old youth trying to meet his goals in life. It would be interesting to see how Surya has toned himself to fit into the role as insiders say that he has taken extra efforts to shed weight to look that young.

 
Source:Surya's trip to South Africa

The launch of Suriya’s movie with AVM

'Ayan', meaning flawless in Tamil and Lord Brahma in Samskrith, is the title for the movie to be produced by AVM featuring Suriya in the lead.

The launch of the movie is organised at AVM Studios on coming Monday (March 24) at 11.30 AM. The launch ceremony will be followed by a get-together by the cast and crew of the movie with the media persons.

The movie, directed by cinematographer turned director K.V. Anand, will have Tamanna in the lead and Prabhu in a pivotal role. Harris Jayaraj scores the music for the film.

'Ayan' will go to floors after Suriya completes his current project 'Vaaranam Aayiram', directed by Goutham Menon.

 
Source:The launch of Suriya's movie with AVM

Suriya’s Ayan

Suriya's Ayan

 

We had earlier reported that Suriya will be doing a film to be produced by the prestigious AVM Productions and directed by popular cinematographer K.V. Anand. Dialogues for the film is written by popular novelists Subha.

Tamanna, who is currently the hot property in Kollywood will be Suriya's lead pair. The film has music by Harris Jayaraj. Despite being a lensman himself, K.V. Anand has handed over the cinematography to M.S. Prabhu for this film.

Suriya will be doing this film once he completes Gautam Menon's Vaaranamaayiram. The untitled project had generated quite a buzz in trade circles. Now, the team have named their project Ayan. Ayan in Tamil means one who stands out. Well, we hope the film too stands out from the rest.

 

 
Source:Suriya's Ayan

Surya speaks out

While Ajith goes on doing three to four movies a year, Vijay does just two while Surya restricts to one movie a year.

We were wondering why Surya is just doing one movie a year, is this because he gets very few chances to act?

When we contacted Surya, he replied "I want to give the best to my audience and for this reason I don't accept offers that are not worthy. I also want to give atleast one uniqueness in every movie. That's the reason I do one movie a year"

More than about his career and plans he speaks more about Jothika and his daughter

 
Source:Surya speaks out

The story heard by Surya from Mishkin

After 'Anjade', Mishkin is directing a film with Vishal.

Vishal again confirmed this.This film is about a superhero with supernatural powers. As the film involves a lot of graphics work, it is going be expensive.

Surya has given dates for a film from by K.V. Anand produced by A.V.M. after completion of 'Varanam ayiram'.

So, even if Surya were going to a film for Mishkin, it would only be possible during the next year.

Let us wait and watch. Anything can happen in cinema!

 
Source:The story heard by Surya from Mishkin

‘Varanam Aayiram’: Trouble of the Budget

Varanam Aayiram', Surya, Sameera Reddy and Divya starrer, faces an unpredicted trouble even as 80 per cent of the shooting is said to be completed. Producer Oscar Ravichandiran has filled a complaint against director Gautham Menon for exceeding the budget.

According to the producer, the initial budget was fixed as Rs. 10.5 crores on first copy basis. Later, the producer claims, Gautham demanded an additional 3.5 crores to complete the movie.

Annoyed by the increased budget, the producer has lodged a complaint in Producers' Council against the director. He has said that the increase is unbearable.

However, the sources close to the unit say that the problem would be amicably sorted out soon and the shooting would resume without much delay. The problem in obtaining shooting permission in various places led to the increase in the cost, inform the sources.

The next schedule of the shooting will be held in Delhi, Varanasi and Malaysia. If everything goes well, the movie will hit the halls by the summer season.

 
Source:'Varanam Aayiram': Trouble of the Budget

Surya Varanam Aayiram Casting

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After the cancellation of Chennaiyil Oru Mazhaikaalam, originally starring Surya Sivakumar, Asin Thottumkal and Daniel Balaji, Gautham Menon, keeping the male leads the same, wanted to opt for a new heroine to begin Vaaranam Aayiram. Initially, Deepika Padukone was signed up and set to make her debut in Tamil films, however she backed out due to the inactiveness of the film and signed the Bollywood film, Om Shanti Om instead. Soon after another confirmed heroine, Andrea Jeremiah was dropped from the film for unknown reasons. Asin expressed her desired to be a part of the project, however the male lead, Surya, rebut her offer citing that she had walked out of his previous film, Sillunu Oru Kadhal and refused to act opposite her.

 
Source:Surya Varanam Aayiram Casting

The twist in Vaaranam Aayiram

If one had a close look at two of the biggest hits of Gautham Menon – Kaaka Kaaka and Vettaiyadu Vilayadu, apart from both being cop stories and backed by power performance of the cast, there was another line of similarity - show the way ladies of both the movies, be it Jyothika of Kaaka Kaaka or Kamlini Mukherjee of Vettaiyadu Vilayadu, get killed. Even Jyothika in Vettaiyadu Vilayadu was shown to be killed in the initial days of release of the movie only to be changed later and in DVD version.

If a birdie from Kollywood is to be believed, even in the director's upcoming Vaaranam Aayiram, the heroine (Sameera Reddy) is killed due to unfortunate circumstances of events. This is when the twist in the story creeps up with the arrival of Ramya into the scene. Seems like the director believes that the death of his heroines could bring his movies some luck as well as a huge empathetic fan-following for the Hero as well.

A story about a go-getter and the impact of these two heroines on his life, the same birdie also lets us know that Vaaranam Aayiram has the potential to be the best of Gautham with some great music by Harris Jeyaraj and breath taking camera by Ratnavelu.

With big time expectations cropping up on this Surya-Gautham combination after Kaaka Kaaka, we hope the same magic is weaved by Gautham and his excellent team of cast and crew. So until then let's keep our fingers crossed and see if this proves to be yet another feather in Gautham's cap.

 
Source:The twist in Vaaranam Aayiram

Varanam aayiram - Sameera as Sita!

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Sexy Sameera is all set to become the demure, traditional Sita. Well, at least her voice is!

Sameera Reddy, who is making her debut in Tamil cinema with Gautham's Vaaranamaaayiram opposite Suriya, is dubbing for the character of Sita in the animation film Ramayan. In her next Hindi film Race, she shares screen with two more hotties, Katrina and Bipasha.

 
Source:Varanam aayiram - Sameera as Sita!

Surya’s change in ‘Vaaranam Aayiram’

The 'Vaaranam Aayiram' team has returned from US after completing almost 70 per cent of the movie. Director Gautham Menon feels that the movie has shaped up well. As the first schedule is over, the team is now ready for its next schedule. It is said that Suriya will be appearing in an entirely different get-up. Harris Jeyaraj has scored the music for the movie. The success combination of Gautham Menon and Harris Jeyaraj is expected to rock in this movie also.

 
Source:Surya's change in 'Vaaranam Aayiram'

Vaaranam Aayiram Research

When Gautham Menon was examine correspondent if 'Derailed' was his source of inspiration for "Pachaikili Muthucharam", he answered in negative and said that the film was based on a story by James Siegel. While talking about the delay in Vaaranam Aayiram, he says, "I have been doing extensive research on Vaaranam Aayiram. It is because of this that the film is getting delayed but certainly not due to any financial crisis or any other issues as reported by the media".

Gautham was in England collecting some research material for Vaaranam Aayiram when he had to rush back home owing to the sudden termination of his father. He was to be in England on the release of his "Pachaikili Muthucharam" but what fate had in store for him was totally different. He had to perform the last resources of his father on the same day of "Pachaikili Muthucharam" release.

 
Source:Vaaranam Aayiram Research

Vaaranam Aayiram’ Trailer :

Actor Surya

Watch The 'Vaaranam Aayiram' Trailer!! Stunning, rocking and effective. Watch it and enjoy! This is just the first part of the trailer – Surya comes in a simply stylish getup…!

 
Source:Vaaranam Aayiram' Trailer :

Vaaranamaayiram: Gautham Menon Talks!

As fresh as the movie Vaaranamaayiram (Gautham Menon's current project – a genre shift from his action-thrillers) are its latest and exclusive pictures, shot on location and direct from the US.

Gautham, Surya, Sameera Reddy and the Vaaranamaayiram team have just returned from a hectic shooting schedule in San Francisco. Pictures taken during this schedule look cool and fresh and one can almost feel the clean, chill breezes that blow around the famous Golden Gate bridge.

A news clip is not enough to talk about the enigma of Vaaranamaayiram; that's why we have an entire article, inspired by these on-location pictures alone!

Meanwhile, Vaaranamaayiram is about 75% complete and is looking at an early-2008 release. Gautham has personally gone through many trials and tribulations for and during this movie, so we at Galatta.com wish him smooth sailing and good luck!

 
Source:Vaaranamaayiram: Gautham Menon Talks!

Surya’s ‘Vel’ on way to 100

Surya's Deepavali release 'Vel' is the hit of the season. The film has completed 50 days at 71 centres in Tamil Nadu. The film has now given a firm mass actor image to Surya. The film is doing extremely well in B and C centers. The film has beaten Vijay's 'ATM', which was considered as the heartland of Tamil Nadu. Asin, Vadivelu also contributed their bit for the success of the film along with Hari's skillful handling. The film is now chase towards the 100 days mark.

 
Source:Surya's 'Vel' on way to 100

Surya and KS Ravikumar come together

Denying media reports that KS Ravikumar would direct Arya after completing Dasavatharam, fresh reports now claim that Surya would act in the next movie of the commercial director.

According to sources, the film will start rolling once Surya completes Varanam Ayiram and an untitled film, which is being produced by AVM Productions and directed by cinematographer KV Anand.

As you guessed right, the film will be an out and out commercial entertainer, featuring Surya as a full fledged commercial hero. A search for heroine and other technicians are on, say sources.

 
Source:Surya and KS Ravikumar come together

Surya reveals new look

Surya is now busy with work on his new big film 'Vaaranam Aayiram'. Gautham Menon is directing this big resources film. Surya is sporting a very different and narrative look for the film. For this reason he decided to give a miss to the star festival nite in Singapore. Surya did not want to make known his new looks. But he felt that the cause of raising funds for movie artists was more important and he took a last minute decision to attend the star nite. He was a big draw at the star nite..

 
Source:Surya reveals new look

Friendly Suriya: Divya’s excitement


Divya Spandana is getting more offers to act in Tamil after the success of 'Polladhavan'. While her 'Thoondil', committed before 'Polladhavan', is ready for release, she has been booked for 'Varanam Aayiram' as one of the two heroines.

The major aspect in 'Varanam Aayiram' is that she is appearing as a 14 years old girl in the film. The character grows along with the film and reaches the age of 25. Special make-up was required for the get up of the teenage girl, informs Divya.

On acting with Surya, Divya says that she was afraid of him before meeting him. Now she is quite relieved, as Suriya is a "very friendly person to move with".

Divya, looking forward to 'Thoondil' and 'Varanam Aayiram', is now focussed more on Tamil films than Kannada films.
 
Source:Friendly Suriya: Divya's excitement

Vel crosses 50 days

Surya's dual role Vel has become his biggest hit of recent times. This Deepvali release is celebrating 50 days in 71 screens across the state.

Surya has always been popular in the A centres, but with Vel, he has become popular in the B and C centres as well. Hari has converted Surya into a mass hero.

Surya's dual act, Hari's racy narration and the rustic locations have made this film the biggest Deepavali grosser. Vadivelu's comedy track and the Surya-Asin pair added to the success of the film.

Riding high on the success of the film, Surya is now busy completing Gautham Menon's Vaaranamaayiram and has been signed for AVM's next film to be directed by K.V. Anand 
Source:Vel crosses 50 days

Surya - The Next Superstar

 

It is very clear - Surya currently leads the race to become the next superstar of Tamil cinema. One can arrive at no other conclusion after watching Vel.

Surya's introduction scene in the movie is cliched - and he uses even more cliches when he talks about how to hold the aruvaal. But once the dust settles, his acting talent reveals itself, and so is his ability to win over every section of the audience.

That is not to say that Surya can be all-conquering. He is yet to prove himself in a full-length comedy (Mayavi was a decent attempt; Mounam Pesiyadhae was good, but it came before Surya was a star). And he has to find a way to weave in some humour into his roles, which are all pretty serious. And evolve as a mass hero, without compromising on his strong points.

Tough ask, but Surya combines an excellent physique, good looks and far better histrionics than his rivals. Which makes him a deserving candidate to be the next SUPERSTAR!

 
Source:Surya - The Next Superstar

Surya’s on KS Ravikumar direction

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Denying media reports that KS Ravikumar would direct Arya after finishing Dasavatharam, fresh reports now claim that Surya would act in the next movie of the commercial director.According to sources, the film will start rolling once Surya completes Varanam Ayiram and an untitled film, which is being produced by AVM Productions and directed by cinematographer KV Anand.As you guessed right, the film will be an out and out commercial performer, featuring Surya as a full fledged commercial hero. A search for heroine and other technicians are on, say sources.

 
Source:Surya's on KS Ravikumar direction

‘I like Surya’ say Tamanna

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Added to the list of top actresses like Asin, Trisha and Nayantara, we now have Tamanna also!In person and over the cell phone, Tamanna has been bombarded with good wishes. Director Shankar also called her and told her she has acted very well. Tamanna is naturally in seventh heaven! Her chief interest now is to act only in good films! And she has landed a role opposite Surya in a film to be produced by AVM. How does she feel about that? "Surya is a favorite actor of mine. I am indeed lucky to act under the AVM banner and for a great technician like KV Anand."

Tamanna's luck seems to be chasing her to Andhra also. She's acting in Allu Arvind and MS Raju's film and has also bagged the heroine role in Nagarjun's production. Tamanna is also looking forward to acting with beginner Siddarth in 'Ananda Thandavam' directed by AR Gandhi Krishna. With a rise in fame, she has also hiked up her fee. This has as expected put producers in a spot!.

 
Source:'I like Surya' say Tamanna

Tamanna, a Surya fan!

Tamanna is making waves with her performance in Kalloori. Though the film began two years ago and has been undeservedly delayed, she is confident the film will be talked-about and her work appreciated.

Following Kalloori, Tamanna will be seen in Anandha Thandavam, opposite beginner Siddharth and a film under the AVM banner opposite her favourite star, Surya. Tamanna is very excited about this film and she hopes that she will get to learn a lot from the talented actor.

Tamanna also had a great year in Telugu. Her film Happy Days was a big hit. She now has three films in Tollywood keeping her busy. 
Source:Tamanna, a Surya fan!

Surya to participate in “Indiralogathil Nan Azhagappan” Audio release!

Actor surya

Indiralogathil Nan Azhagappan is the most expected movie of the amusing Vaigai Puyal. The producer of the movie Mr. Manickam has decided to give a grand audio release function on 9th of December.

The handsome Surya is to take part in the audio release of Indiralogathil Nan Azhagappan featuring Vaigai Puyal in 3 different roles. Along with Surya, the disabled children will also take part in the function and release the audio of the movie. Little super star and Shreya will also make their company in the audio release function.
 
Source:Surya to participate in "Indiralogathil Nan Azhagappan" Audio release!

Tamanna to join up with Surya

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After the super victory of 'Sivaji,' AVM is ready to produce its next film. It features Surya in the guide role. The film will be directed by KV Anand, who did the cinematography for 'Sivaji' and directed 'Kanaa Kandein.'The story and dialogue writers of 'Kanaa Kandein' have written the story and dialogues for this new film too. Tamanna will pair with Surya.
After production her debut in 'KD,' Tamanna did not get any good offers. She encouraged to Telugu and her 'Happy Days' turned out to be a big hit. Today is the release of her film 'Kalloori' directed by Balaji Sakthivel. She is also acting in 'Ananda Thandavam' directed by AR Gandhi Krishna.Now that she has landed the heroine role opposite Surya in this AVM manufacture, Tamanna will join the list of the top heroines in Tamil.
 
Source:Tamanna to join up with Surya

‘Vaaranam Ayiram’ – heaven regained

Actor Surya

How would one feel when you go overseas, get authorization with difficulty to shoot in certain locations, spend several lakhs on shooting and then discover that the film rolls with these scenes are missing?That would give anyone a foreboding! This is exactly what happened to the 'Vaaranam Ayiram' unit.

Oscar Films is producing 'Vaaranam Ayiram' at a enormous budget. The shooting is taking place at the US now. Director Gautham Vasudeva Manon acquired permission with difficulty for certain locations and shot scenes of Surya and Sameera Reddy and a song. Grand sets were also put up for these scenes. Two production managers traveled to Chennai with these rolls, but had to stay a day in Singapore on the way back. On arriving in Chennai they found the box with the film rolls missing.

When enquiring with the airlines, the staff shrugged that no such box was loaded on the flight. The box was not to be found at the hotel they stayed in Singapore either. This devastated the managers. opportunely they just received sweet news that the box was safe at the Singapore airport. That's like heaven regained. It's also the dream regained of so many million viewers!.

 
Source:'Vaaranam Ayiram' – heaven regained

Suriya in AVM’s forthcoming movie

Actor surya

Buzz is that Suriya is combination with AVM Productions. This will be the AVM's next venture after the chartbuster Shivaji. Looks like the shooting will roll from January 2008 and release for Deepavali 2008. K V Anand, who had formerly directed 'Kana Kandein' will direct this unnamed movie and Harris Jeyaraj will do the music.

presently Surya and Sameera Reddy starring movie Vaaranam Aayiram is in production, directed by no other than Gautham Menon
 
Source:Suriya in AVM's forthcoming movie

Sarvam after Billa!


After the release of Billa 2007, director Vishnuvardhan will be teaming up with Surya for Sarvam.

It is said that the film will be launched during the first week of December. Needless to say, one of the topmost heroines will be playing opposite Surya.

Vishnu is currently engaged in polishing Billa 2007. The release will be around the Starting week of December

However, there is also a rumour about Yuvan Shankar Raja producing Sarvam. We will come to know the exact deatails only during the launch!

 
Source:Sarvam after Billa!

Vaaranam Aayiram getting ready to strike!


Actor Surya is already busy shooting for his next film 'Varanam Aayiram.' Director Goutam Menon said the shooting for the film had begin in Chennai. Producer of the film Oscar Films' V.Ravichandran

The crew will also fly to the U.S. soon and shoot at the Berkley University, San Francisco. Goutham is planning to shoot important sequences at the famous Brooklyn University. Two songs composed by music director Haris Jayaraj are ready.

Art director Rajeevan will put up a massive set abroad to shoot one of these songs. The camera by Rathnavelu and Thamarai has penned the lyrics.

A smart Surya sports a teenager look in the film. Sameera Reddy and Divya are the heroines.

 
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Varanam Aayiram finally taking off…in Afghanistan!


Everything is in place now for Varanum Aayiram to begin. The film had been going through a sort of a lag phase where things were moving at a slow speed. The launch of the movie had been a grand affair, but one heard little else after that.
We get the news that Varanum Aayiram is ready to roll.Goutham has decided to move out of his comfort zones of Chennai and Hyderabad for this movie. The first schedule of the shooting will be held in Afghanistan from the 11th of April.Yes! You heard it right… the land of the Taliban. VA would be the next movie to get the credit of venturing into the rugged terrains. This will be followed by a schedule in Malaysia. USA and Russia are also on the locations list. The cast and crew have made preparations for what is going to be a tough 10 days in the cold of Afghanistan.

 
Source:Varanam Aayiram finally taking off…in Afghanistan!

Surya under AVM banner


After the fantastic success of Sivaji, AVM is all set to start its next film. Surya will be lead actor for this film which will be directed by K.V.Anand. The story of the film is by Subha and music is by Harris Jayaraj.

The producers of the film are M.Saravanan, M.S.Guhan, Aruna Guhan and Aparna Guhan. S.P.Muthuraman is the co-producer.

Surya has earlier worked with AVM for the film Perazhagan. This is Anand's second directorial venture. He has earlier made Kana Kandein starring Prithviraj and Srikanth. Anand was the cinematographer for Sivaji.

 
Source:Surya under AVM banner

Vel - Racy EntertainerVaaranam Aayiram team is supremely happy !

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"The film has given me a natural high–the same feeling that I experienced during the making of Kaakka Kaakka and Ghajini," says hero Surya.

"The movie's greatest strength is the producer, Oscar Ravichandran. He approves all our efforts, however different and novel they may be," says director Gowtham Menon.

Vaaranam… has Divya Spandana and Sameera Reddy as its heroines. There will also be another significant lead lady in the movie, for which the director is considering a popular face from Bollywood.

Looks like there is something magical about this film that is bringing together the best in the industry.

Surya's 'Varanam Aayiram', directed by Goutham Menon, will be shot in the US.

The cast and crew of the movie will soon leave for San Francisco on a 25-day trip to shoot the movie. Goutham is planning to shoot important sequences at the famous Brooklyn University.

Samira Reddy and Divya are the heroines in the movie. A grand set is to be straight at a studio in US where song sequences would be shot. Goutham Menon has lead in leading American technicians to work in the movie.

 
Source:Vel - Racy EntertainerVaaranam Aayiram team is supremely happy !

Telugu Vel in problem!

Tamil films dubbed in Telugu have always generated good done business in Andhra. Now, it is a regular practice to release majority of big films quality top heroes simultaneously in Telugu along with their Tamil versions.


Surya is one of the celebrated heroes among Telugu fans. His Ghajini evoked good response there. Following Ghajini, his Deepavali release Vel got ready as Deva with songs and dubbing work completed. But theatre owners are not too eager to release the movie.

The reason is all the theatres are overflowing with new releases. Distributors and producers connected with the Telugu release are pretty worried over the delay. Analysing the real reason behind the problem, it is found that Happy Days is the only big hit of the season in Tollywood. The actual unspoken delay is because Tamil box-office hits are actually affecting the Telugu industry. And this is one of the ways the Telugu film association is opposing the entry of dubbed Tamil films which create a serious threat
 
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‘Vel’ to talk Telugu…

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Surya starrer 'Vel', which is doing good dealing at the box office, is ready to speak in Telugu.

According to sources, the dubeed version of the film is titled Deva.


Sources have it that the dubbing rights had been bought for a heavy sum by Bellamkonda Suresh, one of the top distributors of Telugu cinema.

After the stunning success of the Telugu version of Ghajini, expectations are high on Suriya-Asin pair.


Directed by Hari, Vel has music by Yuvanshankar Raja. Suriya dons a dual role, Lakshmi, Saranraj, Vadivelu and Saranya are also in the cast.


 
Source:'Vel' to talk Telugu…

Surya -Trisha in Selvaraghavan’s direction

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The film will be the 30th of Panju Arunachalam's PA Art productions. He started bring into being films in 1977, starting with 'Kamal's 'Kalyanaraman.'

He desires his 30th film to be a special one. Selvaraghavan is full of activity directing 'Aayirathil Oruvan' after which he will direct Vivek Oberoi in the Hindi remake of '7G Rainbow Colony.' After that, he will work on Panju Arunachalam's movie.

In this, till now untitled film, Surya and Trisha play the lead roles. After 'Vaaranam Aayiram,' Surya will act in Selvaraghavan's film. This being the 30th film of PA Art Productions, it is said Starrer Rajini was approached for his call sheet.If Rajini is generous enough, this could be a big year for PA Arts!

 
Source:Surya -Trisha in Selvaraghavan's direction

Surya addressed on ‘Vel’


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Get nearer Deepavali, Surya's 'Vel' is prepared to hit the screens. His fans were made to wait for almost a year as his last release was 'Sillunu Oru Kadhal'.
An excited Surya, says, " 'Vel' is a typical gathering entertainer. There is a measured quantity of action and sentiment. We shot the movie is four months. The screenplay is fast and engrossing".
'Vel' stars Asin opposite Surya and the cast includes Nasser and Vadivelu. Yuvanshankar Raja has scored the music for the movie.
Surya says, "I am particular about my scripts and want to wait for the right one. I have been lucky to work with good director and my roles were good."
After 'Vel', Surya will complete 'Varanam Aayiram' followed by movies with Murugadoss and Ramgopal Verma.

 
Source:Surya addressed on 'Vel'

‘Vaaranam Aayiram’ in American university

Gautham Vasudeva Menon has vanished to the US, accompanied by Surya, Divya and Sameera Reddy. In 'Vaaranam Aayiram,' Sameera Reddy is a student in an American university. Gautham is shooting her scenes in Brooklyn University. This would be the first time, Brooklyn University is being featured in a Tamil film.

'Vaaranam Aayiram' in American university

Shooting of duets featuring Surya and Divya and then with Sameera are to be shot later in San Francisco. Maybe fight scenes too.

It is said that Surya will don the dual role of father and son in 'Vaaranam Aayiram.' Surya is happy to share his pleasure that the film is a big project and one of a career.Gautham plans to shoot the film in other countries too. 'Vaaranam Aayiram' is being produced by Oscar Films Ravichandran.


 
Source:'Vaaranam Aayiram' in American university

Surya sharpening himself for Vel

Vel directed by Hari will be Surya's treat to his fans after Sillunnu Oru Kadhal. It has been reported that he is doing a double role in the film. He has completed work in Vel and is all set to team up with Gautham Menon for Vaaranam Aayiram.

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Person who reads may recall that a schedule of the film was already completed in Chennai and Afghanistan. The Vaaranam Aayiram (VA) team is now line up to leave for the United States where they have planned to can a few shots at the Berkley University campus, California.

It was earlier reported that it was earlier reported that Surya would don three different getups in the film. But starting place close to the unit reveal that Surya will be playing the role of a father and son in VA which will be the first of its kind for Surya in his acting career, what makes it even more impressive is the fact that the story revolves around the relationship between the two.
VA has Sameera Reddy and Divya as Surya's heroines and Harris Jeyaraj and Thamarai who are Gautham Menon's constant quotients will be in charge of music and lyrics division respectively.

 
Source:Surya sharpening himself for Vel

Heorvaa? Zerovaa?

Every child aspires to be a hero, and the road to success is through a school. Pursuing this thought, Agaram Foundation, an NGO formed by Surya is to promote the role of education in the society. In its endeavor to create awareness on school dropouts, Agaram premiered a short film, `Herovaa Zerovaa` at the Ball room of Taj Connemera on Thursday (May 15) in Chennai.

'Actors do have social responsibility. We are here not just to provide some entertainment but also to educate the masses', said actor Surya.

The actor as part of his NGO named Agaram Foundation, has come out with a documentary on special education campaign titled Herovaa Zerovaa, which was launched by State Minister for School Education Thangam Thennarasu in Chennai on Thursday.

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Speaking on the occasion, the Minister called for efforts to make every child literate. He also called for a ban on child labour and to prevent school drop outs.

'The government can take steps only to certain level, but it is the NGOs, who play a vital role', he said.

The NGO has made a five minute documentary for the Ministry of School Education. It is set to be broadcast in all television channels and cinema-halls so that people are made more aware of child education, the Minister said.

The five-minute documentary features actors Vijay, Madhavan, Jyotika  and Surya. Directed by Kanda Naal Muthal fame V Priya, it has cinematography by K V Anand and music by Harris Jeyaraj.

The short film is supported by online portal Bharatstudent.com. The film explores the sad plight of child labourers, ignorance of parents, disinterest in studies and lack of education for women.

Surya in his speech said the aim of his NGO is to support education. The foundation has adopted an Adi Dravidar Welfare School in Palur and Chengalpattu, he added.

Actor Sivakumar, director V Priya and secretary of Agaram Foundation Gnanavelu also spoke on the occasion.

 
Source:Heorvaa? Zerovaa?