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Amarasigamani
Amarasigamani (12 November 1950 – 21 June 2021) was an Indian actor and poet who worked on Tamil films and television serials. Career Amarasigamani began his acting career in drama troupes, working with actors such as S. V. Sahasranamam, Komal Swaminathan and V. Gopalakrishnan. He later wrote the dialogue for the Tamil film ''Mudhalai (Dost Magarmach)''. Amarasigamani notably worked on films such as ''Anniyan'' (2005), ''Sivaji'' (2007) and ''Evano Oruvan'' (2007). On television, he made appearances in the shows ''Sontham'', ''Uravugal'' and ''Ponnunjal''. The government of Tamil Nadu honored Amarasigamani with the Kalaimamani award in the 'Sirantha Gunachitra Nadigar' (Best Character Artist) category. He was also awarded the 'Kavimaamani' award (Best Poet) by Bharathy Kalai Kazhagam in Chennai. Death He died aged 70 on 21 June 2021, following a cardiac arrest. He had suffered from Parkinson's disease for several years prior to his death. He was survived by his wife Shyamal ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sivaji (film)
''Sivaji: The Boss'' is a 2007 Indian Tamil-language action masala film directed by S. Shankar and produced by AVM Productions. The film stars Rajinikanth and Shriya Saran, with Vivek, Suman, Manivannan and Raghuvaran playing significant roles. It revolves around a well-established software systems architect, Sivaji, who returns home to India after finishing work in the United States. On his return, he dreams of giving back to society with free medical treatment and education. However, his plans face a roadblock in the form of the influential political leader Adiseshan. When corruption also arises, Sivaji is left with no option but to fight the system in his own way. A R Rahman composed the soundtrack and background music (in his 100th milestone composition), while Thota Tharani and K. V. Anand were the film's art director and cinematographer respectively. The film, released on 15 June 2007 was positively received by critics and became a commercial success worldwide. It went ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Adhu Oru Kana Kaalam
''Adhu Oru Kana Kaalam'' () is a 2005 Indian Tamil-language romantic drama film written and directed by Balu Mahendra. The film featured Dhanush and Priyamani , while Karunas and Delhi Ganesh played supporting roles. The music for the film was scored by Ilaiyaraaja, while Sai Suresh produced the venture. The film was loosely based on the director's 1986 Telugu film ''Nireekshana'' as well ''Yathra'' (1985). The film was released on 2 November 2005, coinciding with Diwali, and received a below average response commercially. Plot Srinivasan (Dhanush) escapes from jail and hitches a ride on a truck to meet his love Thulasi (Priyamani). He reveals his flashback to the lorry driver, telling him of the disputes between his ambitious father and himself. When the parents leave home for a week, Srinivasan is left in the maid's care. Soon, he meets the maid's daughter, Thulasi, his childhood playmate, and they fall in love. As expected, his father objects to his son falling in love with ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kasthuri (TV Series)
''Kasthuri'' is an Indian Tamil language, Tamil-language soap opera that aired on Sun TV (India), Sun TV from 21 August 2006 and later a show named 'Madhavi' replaced this serial on 19 April 2010. It shifted at 11.30AM. This serial was replaced by Kanmaneeya and again shifted on 13 December 2011, telecasted for 1532 episodes. The show starred Easwari Rao, Niya, Latha (actress), Latha Sabapathi, Delhi Ganesh, Shyam, Neelima Rani, Aparna and Nithish among others. It was produced by Balaji Telefilms Ekta Kapoor and Shobha Kapoor, and had various directors. It also aired in Sri Lanka on the Tamil channel on Shakthi TV. It is an official remake of blockbuster Telugu language, Telugu series ''Kalyanee'' which aired on Gemini TV. Plot The story of a village girl who marries a groom from the city. Ram is the groom and wants a modern and educated wife. While he and his parents come to this village to see Kasturi, unknowingly he sees another girl who is fairer near the well of the house ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Aachariyangal
''Aachariyangal'' () is a 2012 Tamil-language fantasy thriller film written, produced and directed by debutant director Harshavardhan, starring Thaman Kumar, Aishwarya Rajesh, Reethu Mangal and Mahanadi Shankar. The film released on 24 August 2012. Plot Karthik (Thaman Kumar) wants a "spicy life" and asks God to make his life as eventful as possible. He gets a mysterious call from 'God', who tells his that his wish has been granted and his life will change for the better or worse in the next 25 days... Cast Production The team of the film met actor Kamal Haasan in July 2012, with the director Harshavardhan being an alumnus of Kamal Haasan's 2009 screen-writing workshop. Critical reception Rohit Ramachandran of Nowrunning.com rated it 3.5/5 stating that "Aachariyangal's got a sophisticated plot that's narrated with due simplicity and directed with candid straightforwardness." Malini Mannath of The New Indian Express concluded "Aachariyangal is a fairly enagaging icfare fro ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Julie Ganapathi
''Julie Ganapathi'' is a 2003 Indian Tamil-language psychological thriller film written, photographed, edited and directed by Balu Mahendra, starring Saritha, Jayaram and Ramya Krishnan. It is based on the 1987 Stephen King novel '' Misery''. Featuring music composed by Ilaiyaraaja, the film opened to positive reviews in February 2003. Plot Julie Ganapathi is a staunch fan of a popular television show ''Manga''. Over the years, Julie grows to identify herself obsessively with the main character of the show. The author of the series, Tenkasi Balakumaran, leaves his home for a few days to be alone to write the final few episodes of ''Manga''. On his way back home after completing his work, his vehicle gets into an accident which leaves him seriously injured and disabled. Julie rescues Bala and takes him home, but she is revealed to be emotionally unstable, and deliriously obsessed with the character in Bala's story. Julie asks Bala to allow her to read the scripts for the conclud ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Killadi
''Killadi'' () is a 2015 Indian Tamil-language action comedy film directed by A. Venkatesh, and produced by Salem Chandrasekharan. It stars Bharath and Nila, while Vivek and Roja play pivotal roles. The music was composed by Srikanth Deva. After beginning production in 2006, the film went through production troubles before releasing on 30 January 2015. Cast * Bharath as Dharani * Nila as Anjali * Vivek as Arnold * Roja as Angayarkanni * Vincent Asokan as Bhavani * Avinash as SP Easwarapandiyan * Vennira Aadai Moorthy as Dharmarajan * Ilavarasu as Inspector Britto * Delhi Ganesh as Dharani's father * Cell Murugan as Rambo * O. A. K. Sundar as Police officer * Amarasigamani as Anjali's father * Prem as Dharani's brother * Bayilvan Ranganathan as Traffic police * Rajyalakshmi as Dharani's mother * Vanaja as Easwari, Dharani's sister-in-law * Revathi Priya as Lakshmi, Dharani's sister * Sindhu as Servant * Chelladurai as Head constable * Kili Ramachandran as Gas company work ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ahalya (TV Series)
''Ahalya'' is a 2004 Indian Tamil soap opera that aired on Sun TV. The show premiered on 26 April 2004 and aired Monday through Friday at 11:30AM IST. The show stars Manjari, Shyam Ganesh / Sakthi Kumar, Abser, Dhivyadharshini, Snegha, Sindhu, Shanmugasundari, Lakshmi Priya and Sanjeev. After the show ended the slot has followed by Bhandham of same banner Plot The story of pure friendship between a young man and woman. (Manjari) plays Ahalya, while (Abser) acts as her friend, Siva. Ahalya marries Siva's brother Kadhir (Shyam Ganesh) and sincerely wishes to be a loving wife, a dutiful daughter-in-law and a true friend of Siva. But problems arise because her friendship is misunderstood by every one in the family. The problems and the final solution are what "Ahalya" is all about. Cast Main * Manjari as Ahalya / Manasa * Shyam Ganesh (1-135) / Sakthi Kumar (136-616) as Kathir * Abser as Shiva * Dinky as Mahalakshmi Recurring * Oorvambu Lakshmi as Amutha * Sanjeev * Dhivya ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Raman Abdullah
''Raman Abdullah'' is a 1997 Indian Tamil-language comedy film directed by Balu Mahendra, starring Sivakumar, Karan and Vignesh. It is a remake of the 1994 Malayalam film ''Malappuram Haji Mahanaya Joji''. The film was released on 22 August 1997. Plot Friends Abdullah and Raman go through misadventures to save their face from a strict Hajji. Cast * Sivakumar as Hajjiar * Karan as Abdullah * Vignesh as Raman * Easwari Rao as Gowri * Rudra as Ayesha * Prithviraj * Charle * Amarasigamani * Delhi Ganesh * Kitty * Naren * Chokkalinga Bhagavathar * Vaiyapuri Production Director Balu Mahendra had offered a leading role to actor Vikram, who was unable to take up the offer as a result of schedule clashes with his work in ''Ullaasam ''Ullaasam'' () is a 1997 Indian Tamil-language romantic film directed and co-written by the duo J. D. and Jerry and produced by actor Amitabh Bachchan. The film featured Ajith Kumar, Vikram and Maheswari with Raghuvaran, S. P ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Rendu
''Rendu'' () a 2006 Indian Tamil-language action thriller film directed by Sundar C and produced by Khushbu. The film stars Madhavan Madhavan may refer to: People * James Madhavan (died 1973), Fijian politician * Kavya Madhavan (born 1985), Indian actress * Mahesh Madhavan (born 1963/64), Indian businessman, CEO of Bacardi * N. S. Madhavan (born 1948), Indian writer * O. Madha ... in dual lead roles, with Reema Sen and Anushka Shetty (in her Tamil film debut) as the lead actresses. Vadivelu, Santhanam (actor), Santhanam and K. Bhagyaraj, Bhagyaraj also appear in supporting roles alongside a large ensemble cast. ''Rendu'', which featured music composed by D. Imman, released on 24 November 2006. Plot Shakti is a young man from a village with no job but much ambition and dreams. As he sees his life pass him by, stuck in a rut in his hometown, he decides that he will try his fortunes elsewhere. Chennai beckons him and off goes Shakti to join his uncle Kirikalan, who has a st ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Uravugal
Uravugal () is a 2009 Indian Tamil-language soap opera that aired on Sun TV. The show premiered on 1 June 2009. The show starring by Archana Krishnappa, Bhavana, Shreekumar, Rajkanth and Durga. The series also reunited Bhavana, Shreekumar and Rajkanth, who previously starred together three years before on Megala (2007-2010). The show was directed by Balaji Yadav, Shiva K. and S. Haribabu. The show is produced by San Media Ltd. The show last aired on 12 October 2012 and ended with 854 episodes. It also airs in Sri Lanka Tamil Channel on Vasantham TV. Plot Uravugal as the name suggests, is the story of the relationships between the members of one a joint family, who have a fallout after the death of the elder. Annamalai is the eldest of the family who is married to Parvathy. They have two children, Krishnan and Gowri. Annamalai has a younger brother Azhagesan who is married to Visalakshi / Visalam. They have two children, Ranjani and Mukunthan. Ranjani is married to Senthil And ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ponnunjal (TV Series)
''Ponnunjal'' is an Indian Tamil language, Tamil-language soap opera that aired on Sun TV (India), Sun TV from September 2, 2013 to October 22, 2016 for 939 episodes. It starred Shamitha, Vishwa, Manjula Parithala, Vanitha Hariharan, Shyam, Adhavan and Krithika Laddu. The series reunited Rajkanth and Vanaja who had starred together on ''Metti Oli'' (2002–05) and ''Deepangal'' (2008–09). It was produced by Vision Time India Pvt Ltd's Vaidehi Ramamurthy. It was the spin off of the serial Thiyagam which aired from 30 January 2012 to 31 August 2013 for 550 episodes. Synopsis Ponnunjal is the story of two sisters, Nandhini (Abitha/Shamitha Shreekumar) and Priya (Manjula Parithala), who both face new lives after marriage. Nandhini married Vishwa and Priya married Varun Adhavan. Both Nandhini face multiple marital challenges. The serial revolves around how they solve those issues and live their lives. Cast Main cast * Abitha / Shamitha Shreekumar as Nandhini Vishwa * Vishwa as ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sadhurangam (2011 Film)
''Sathurangam'' () is a 2011 Tamil language political drama film directed by Karu Pazhaniappan, starring Srikanth and Sonia Agarwal. Filming began In 2003, but was stuck in development hell for years. The film's background score was composed by Vidyasagar, and his soundtrack was released in 2010 The project was revived in September 2011, and released on 7 October 2011. Srikanth's character in the film is named after Thirupathisamy, the late director of the films '' Azad'' and ''Narasimha'', who was Karu Pazhaniappan's close friend. Plot Thirupathisamy aka Thiru ( Srikanth) is an investigative journalist working for a Tamil magazine. He fearlessly brings out the issues in the prevailing political system which earns him many enemies. Thiru falls in love with Sandhya (Sonia Agarwal), a college student. Thiru, in one of his articles, writes about the problems faced by prisoners following which the SP Rajan (Ganesh Yadav) gets suspended. He also writes about the corruption of an I ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
