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Agathiyan
Agathiyan (born 18 August 1952; ) is an Indian film director, screenwriter, producer, lyricist, and actor. He was the first director in Tamil cinema to win the National Film Award for Best Direction for ''Kadhal Kottai'' (1996). For the film, he also won National Film Award for Best Screenplay and Filmfare Award for Best Director – Tamil. Career Agathiyan, a director in his late forties entered films a decade back and struggled as an assistant to various directors. Hailing from a agriculturist family, he spent a happy-go-lucky time in college, and when he decided to pack his bags and come to Chennai to try his luck in films as a director, he lost his family's support. Struggling with no money, he did odd jobs in film companies and became an assistant to anyone who offered him food and shelter. He initially directed movie in 1991 and was credited as Ravi Thasan but it was unsuccessful. Anbalaya Prabhakaran, who acted in that movie and also produces small budgeted films with ne ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kadhal Kottai
''Kadhal Kottai'' () is a 1996 Indian Tamil-language romance film directed by Agathiyan. It stars Ajith Kumar and Devayani, with Heera, Thalaivasal Vijay, and Karan in supporting roles. The film was a major commercial success and also won the National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Tamil, the National Film Award for Best Direction as well as the National Film Award for Best Screenplay for Agathiyan. It garnered positive critical acclaim upon release on 12 July 1996 and ran for over 270 days at the box office, becoming a silver-jubilee film. The film was remade in Kannada as ''Yaare Neenu Cheluve'', in Hindi as ''Sirf Tum'', and in Bengali as ''Hothat Brishti''. Plot Kamali, a graduate, lives with her sister Malliga and brother-in-law Shekar in Kotagiri, and is searching for a job. While visiting Madras, her purse is stolen and she fears she has lost her academic credentials. Suriya, an orphaned, carefree man who works in Jaipur, finds the purse and sends it back to her, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Gokulathil Seethai (film)
''Gokulathil Seethai'' () is a 1996 Indian Tamil-language romantic drama film directed by Agathiyan, starring Karthik, Suvalakshmi and Karan. Plot Rishi sleeps around through the efforts of a sophisticated, dedicated and ‘immigration officer’ look alike pimp. His Dad whom Rishi considers to be his ‘friend’ voices his concern in a friendly way about Rishi's life style and suggests him to try falling in love instead of spending all his hard earned money on call girls. Rishi brushes him off asking him to only worry about his earnings and that he would take of care of the expenditure. Rishi offers his employee/old friend I.C. Mohan to take him to a show. Although hesitant at first (as Mohan refers I.C. to be inferiority complex), he agrees. The show turns out be a college show where a beautiful looking Nila, doing her final year BBA performs a song. Mohan instantly falls in love with her and, on the contrast, Rishi sets his sexual sight on her. Rishi calls on the pimp to ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Vidukathai (film)
''Vidukathai'' is a 1997 Tamil-language drama film directed by Agathiyan. The film stars Prakash Raj and Neena, while Manivannan and Janagaraj portray supporting roles. The music for the film was composed by Deva and the film opened to positive reviews in October 1997. Cast * Prakash Raj as Neelakandan * Neena as Anandhi * Manivannan * Janagaraj * Vijayan * Balu Anand * Suthangan * Ramji * Jegadeesh * Akash Production Neena, a former child actress in ''Keladi Kanmani'' (1991), was selected to portray the lead role in ''Vidukathai'' when she was still at school and had to work on her schedules around exams. The production of the film was hampered by the FEFSI strike of 1997 and the makers had to postpone the venture from its original scheduled release date of June 1997. Subbu Panchu, son of producer Panchu Arunachalam Panchanathan Arunachalam (22 March 1941 – 9 August 2016) was an Indian writer, director, producer and lyricist who worked in Tamil cinema. He was mento ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Niranjani Ahathian
Niranjani Agathiyan (born 8 June 1986) is an Indian actress, costume designer and fashion stylist who works in the Tamil film industry. She is the daughter of film Director Agathiyan. Career After she gained experience in working with Nalini Sriram, Agathiyan went on to work for herself, entering the mainstream in ''Sigaram Thodu'' (2014), '' Kaaviya Thalaivan'' and ''Kabali'' (2016). Filmography As costume designer *''Vaayai Moodi Pesavum'' (2014) *''Sigaram Thodu'' (2014) *'' Kaaviya Thalaivan'' (2014) *''Trisha Illana Nayanthara'' (2015) *'' Kathakali'' (2016) *''Pencil'' (2016) *'' Kaballi'' (2016) *'' Enakku Vaaitha Adimaigal'' (2017) *''Bairavaa'' (2017) *''Namma Veettu Pillai'' (2019) *''Kannum Kannum Kollaiyadithaal'' (2020) As actress * ''Kannum Kannum Kollaiyadithaal'' (2020) Awards * Vijay Awards for ''Kaaviya Thalaivan'' * Ananda Vikatan for ''Kabali ''Kabali'' is a 2016 Indian Tamil-language action film written and directed by Pa. Ranjith and prod ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Hum Ho Gaye Aapke
''Hum Ho Gaye Aapke'' () is a 2001 Indian Hindi-language romantic drama film, directed by Agathiyan, stars Fardeen Khan and Reema Sen in her Bollywood debut. It is a remake of Agathiyan's Tamil film '' Gokulathil Seethai'' (1996). The film was released on 3 August 2001. Plot Rishi Oberoi is the only son in the Oberoi family, who are wealthy and own a palatial home. Rishi is a womanizer, and often drinks. Mohan is an employee at Rishi's company and also his classmate from college. Rishi takes Mohan with him to an Inter College Beauty Contest. Chandni Gupta (Reema Sen) wins the beauty contest and gives a heart touching speech. In her speech she states that she wants to be the woman behind a successful man and even if her life partner is a coward she will help him become successful. Rishi was smitten by her beauty and Mohan was mesmerized by her words. Rishi sends her flowers to impress her while Mohan records an audio cassette that he sends to her hostel. Chandni agrees to mee ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sivasakthi Movie Makers
Sivasakthi Movie Makers is an Indian film producer, film production and film distributor, distribution company headed by Sivasakthi Pandian. The film had been a leading production studio in the Tamil film industry in the 1990s, but has struggled following the switch to digital film-making. The studio has made eleven films, all of which have music composed by Deva (composer), Deva. History Beginning his career as a film distributor and exhibitor owning the Sivasakthi Cinema in Padi, Chennai, Padi in Chennai. Sivasakthi Pandian eventually moved into production. He used the profits he had made from distributing ''Muthu (film), Muthu'' (1995) to finance his debut film ''Vaanmathi'' (1996) starring Ajith and directed by Agathiyan. ''Vaanmathi'' became successful which prompted Pandian to collaborate with actor, director and crew of ''Vaanmathi'' for ''Kadhal Kottai'' (1996) which became a blockbuster and remains a cult-classic. Following the release of director Agathiyan's ''Kadha ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Vijayalakshmi Feroz
Vijayalakshmi Feroz (née Agathiyan;), is an Indian actress who has predominantly appeared in Tamil language films. As the daughter of film director Agathiyan, Vijayalakshmi made her acting debut as a timid girl in Venkat Prabhu's ''Chennai 600028'' (2007), before portraying another timid character in Mysskin's drama film, ''Anjathe'' (2009). After appearing in a few further lead roles, she moved on to become a film producer and an actress in television serials. She also participated in the reality show '' Survivor Tamil'' in 2021 and later emerged as the winner. Career Vijayalakshmi began her career in the entertainment industry by hosting the show "Hello Tamizha" on the STAR Vijay channel, before being approached by her childhood friend Venkat Prabhu, to feature in an acting role in his directorial debut, ''Chennai 600028'' (2007). Narrating the story of a local team gully cricket team, the film went on to become a surprise critical and commercial success, effectively raisin ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kaadhal Kavithai
''Kaadhal Kavithai'' () is a 1998 Indian Tamil-language romance film directed by Agathiyan and produced by Murali Manohar. The film stars Prashanth and Isha Koppikar, while Kasthuri, Manivannan and Srividya play other supporting characters. The film had music composed by Ilaiyaraaja, while duo Lancy-Mohan and Ravi Yadav handled the editing and cinematography respectively. The storyline revolves around a classical dancer who, while touring Europe, visits Princess Diana's memorial at Althorp. Browsing through the various messages left by the public, she comes across a poetic, poignant epistle in Tamil that captivates her and impels her to scribble a response. While returning a few days later, she finds the author of that note has left another one, prompting her to begin to search for the author. After opening on 25 December 1998, the film went on to gain success critically and became a commercially successful venture. Plot Vishwa (Prashanth) spends his time hanging out with Anan ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Vijayalakshmi Agathiyan
Vijayalakshmi Feroz (née Agathiyan;), is an Indian actress who has predominantly appeared in Tamil language films. As the daughter of film director Agathiyan, Vijayalakshmi made her acting debut as a timid girl in Venkat Prabhu's ''Chennai 600028'' (2007), before portraying another timid character in Mysskin's drama film, ''Anjathe'' (2009). After appearing in a few further lead roles, she moved on to become a film producer and an actress in television serials. She also participated in the reality show '' Survivor Tamil'' in 2021 and later emerged as the winner. Career Vijayalakshmi began her career in the entertainment industry by hosting the show "Hello Tamizha" on the STAR Vijay channel, before being approached by her childhood friend Venkat Prabhu, to feature in an acting role in his directorial debut, ''Chennai 600028'' (2007). Narrating the story of a local team gully cricket team, the film went on to become a surprise critical and commercial success, effectively raisin ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Vaanmathi
''Vaanmathi'' is a 1996 Indian Tamil language, Tamil-language romantic drama film directed by Agathiyan starring Ajith Kumar and Swathi (actress), Swathi. This film portrays hatred that slowly transforms to love between two young people who are from very different financial backgrounds. The film was released on 12 January 1996 and went on to become a commercial success, running for 175 days at the box office. Plot Krishna (Ajith) belongs to a middle-class family, where his father is a womaniser and brought up Krishna as a good for nothing fellow. Krishna is also an youngster who likes to waste time, by hanging out with his friends and roaming behind girls. Vaanmathi (Swathi) is the daughter of a rich business woman who is very arrogant and does anything for money. For example, she even abandoned her husband when Vaanmathi was a baby for money. Vaanmathi is a girl who grew up to be a bully, by bringing a bunch of friends in her vehicle and making fun of every guy they come acros ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sirf Tum
''Sirf Tum'' () is a 1999 Indian Hindi romance film directed by Agathian. It was released on 4 June 1999. The film features Sanjay Kapoor, Priya Gill, Sushmita Sen, Jackie Shroff and Mohnish Behl. The movie was filmed in Nainital, Kerala and Houston. It is a remake of the 1996 Tamil film ''Kadhal Kottai''. Plot Deepak Rai ( Sanjay Kapoor) comes across a purse that contains educational certificates belonging to a woman named Aarti (Priya Gill). He finds out that this lady lives in Nainital and mails her stuff back to her, this starts an enduring correspondence through letters. Even though the couple has never seen each other, there is a mutual attraction. Aarti's sister and brother-in-law Nirmal (Tej Sapru) are encouraging to a certain extent. While Nirmal suggests she marry a Mr. Prem (Salman Khan), a renowned young businessman in his neighborhood and business-partner, Aarti's older sis wants Aarti to choose her own life partner. One day, Aarti starts out on her journey to ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Thiru (director)
Thiru Krishnamoorthy (born 6 July 1979) is an Indian film director and screenwriter who works in Tamil cinema. He has directed films such as ''Theeradha Vilaiyattu Pillai'' (2010), ''Samar (2013 film), Samar'' (2013) and ''Naan Sigappu Manithan (2014 film), Naan Sigappu Manithan'' (2014). Early life Career After assisting A. Rajasekhar in ''Satyam (2008 film), Sathyam'' (2008), Thiru made his directorial debut with ''Theeradha Vilaiyattu Pillai'' (2010) starring Vishal (actor), Vishal alongside three lead actresses. The film received mixed reviews and became hit in the box office. After that Thiru again collaborated with Vishal in two films ''Samar'' (2013) and ''Naan Sigappu Manithan (2014 film), Naan Sigappu Manithan'' (2014). The former dealt with protagonist who unknowingly involved in a dangerous game and the latter dealt with hero suffering from narcolepsy. In late 2015, Thiru announced a project titled ''Garuda'' featuring Vikram (actor), Vikram and Kajal Aggarwal in t ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |