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Evergreen Movie International
Evergreen Movie International is an Indian film production and distribution company headed by V. A. Durai. The studio collaborated with actor Sathyaraj and director Sakthi Chidambaram on multiple ventures in the early 2000s, before running into financial trouble through the making of Bala's ''Pithamagan'' (2003). History Durai made his first film ''Ennamma Kannu'' (2000) directed by Sakthi Chidambaram, and starring Sathyaraj and Devayani. He later collaborated with Sathyaraj again in ''Looty'' (2001) and ''Vivaramana Aalu'' (2002), and with Sakthi Chidambaram in '' Lovely'' (2001). Durai and Evergreen Movie International worked as executive producers for the making of Suresh Krishna's '' Baba'' (2002) starring Rajinikanth. The studio ran into financial trouble during the making of Bala's ''Pithamagan'' (2003) starring Vikram and Suriya. Bala went over the agreed budget, and as a result, Durai held back on settling the payments for the lead actors. The film won critical accl ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Film Producer
A film producer is a person who oversees film production. Either employed by a production company or working independently, producers plan and coordinate various aspects of film production, such as selecting the script, coordinating writing, directing, editing, and arranging financing. The producer is responsible for finding and selecting promising material for development. Unless the film is based on an existing script, the producer hires a screenwriter and oversees the script's development. These activities culminate with the pitch, led by the producer, to secure the financial backing that enables production to begin. If all succeeds, the project is "greenlighted". The producer also supervises the pre-production, principal photography and post-production stages of filmmaking. A producer is also responsible for hiring a director for the film, as well as other key crew members. Whereas the director makes the creative decisions during the production, the producer typically ma ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Baba (2002 Film)
''Baba'' is a 2002 Indian Tamil language, Tamil-language supernatural fiction, supernatural action film written and produced by Rajinikanth under his banner Lotus International, directed by Suresh Krishna (director), Suresh Krissna, with cinematography by Chota K. Naidu. With Rajinikanth in the lead role, in lead role with an ensemble cast, ensemble supporting cast. The original songs and background score were composed by A.R. Rahman. The film's story is about a carefree young non-believer of supreme power, Baba, who is a reincarnation of a great saint from the Himalayas. After several twists and problems caused by corrupt local politicians, Baba is taken to Mahavatar Babaji, whom Baba was a follower of in his last life. Baba gets tested by the deity to overcome several illusions of the materialistic world and is given seven chances of wishes. How he uses the wishes while developing spirituality and falling into loggerheads with the villains at the same time forms the rest of t ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Tarun Gopi
Tarun Gopi (born 10 April) is an Indian film director, scriptwriter and film producer. His first film as director was ''Thimiru'' (2006), which became one of the year's top-grossing Tamil films. He later ventured into acting roles, but has since prioritised his work as an actor below directorial duties. Career Tarun Gopi was born in Gudalur, in the Theni District of Tamil Nadu and was brought up in Madurai. Tarun Gopi had his schooling at the Government Higher Secondary School and then studied Bachelor of Accounting at Madurai Kamaraj University. Soon after completing his education, he joined as an assistant director and apprenticed under directors Sakthi Chidambaram and Upendra. Tarun Gopi made his debut with the masala film, ''Thimiru'' (2006) featuring Vishal in the lead role. He was keen on casting actress Sriya Reddy in a villainous role and was only successful in signing her on after several rounds of negotiation, with the casting subsequently winning acclaim post-relea ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jiiva
Amar Choudary (born 4 January 1984), known professionally as Jiiva, is an Indian actor and film producer who works mainly in Tamil cinema and a few Hindi films. He is the youngest son of film producer R. B. Choudary. He began his career as a child actor in 1991 in films produced by his father. He made his debut as a lead actor in his father's 50th production, ''Aasai Aasaiyai'' (2003). After Sivaji Ganesan, Jiiva is the only Tamil actor to have been awarded at the Cyprus International Film Festival, particularly for his performance in ''Raam (2005 film), Raam'' (2005). After this, he has acted in other movies that have been successful, such as ''E (2006 film), E'' (2006), ''Kattradhu Thamizh, Katradhu Tamizh'' (2007), ''Siva Manasula Sakthi'' (2009), ''Ko (film), Ko'' (2011), ''Nanban (2012 film), Nanban'' (2012), ''Mugamoodi'' (2012), ''Neethaane En Ponvasantham'' (2012), ''Endrendrum Punnagai'' (2013), ''Kalakalappu 2'' (2018) and ''Kalathil Santhippom'' (2021). He made his Bo ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ajith Kumar
Ajith Kumar (born 1 May 1971) is an Indian actor who works predominantly in Tamil films. To date, he has starred in over 60 films. His awards include four Vijay Awards, three Cinema Express Awards, three Filmfare Awards South and three Tamil Nadu State Film Awards. In addition to his acting, Ajith is also a sports car racer and participated in the MRF Racing series (2010). He began his career with a small role in the 1990 Tamil film '' En Veedu En Kanavar''. He established himself as a romantic hero with ''Kadhal Kottai'' (1996), ''Aval Varuvala'' (1998) and ''Kaadhal Mannan'' (1998), and established himself as an action hero starting with the film ''Amarkalam'' (1999). Ajith's dual portrayal of twin brothers—where one is deaf-mute—in S. J. Suryah's '' Vaali'' (1999) won him his first Filmfare Award for Best Tamil Actor. He earned critical acclaim for his dual role performance in the vigilante film '' Citizen'' (2001). In 2006, he starred in ''Varalaru'', in which he play ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Murali (Tamil Actor)
S. D. Murali (19 May 1964 – 8 September 2010) was an Indian actor who appeared in Kannada and Tamil films. He was famous for roles that portrayed him as a perceptive singer or a tragic lover. His son, Atharvaa, debuted as an actor in the 2010 film ''Baana Kaathadi''. Early life Murali was born on 19 May 1964 in Bangalore to a Kannadiga father and Tamil mother. Murali had two siblings; a younger brother S.D.Suresh and a sister Santhi. He lived and studied up to his 5th Standard in Chennai, and from 6th Standard to 10th Standard he studied in Bangalore. When he was 14 years old, he joined as an assistant director to his father, film director and writer S. Siddalingaiah. For some time, he worked as an editing assistant. Career Murali started his acting career in 1982 with the Kannada film ''Geluvina Hejje'', directed by director Eranki Sharma. ''Prema Parva'', ''Bili Gulabi'', ''Ajeya'', ''Prema Gange'', ''Thayikotta Thali'', ''Sambhavami Yuge Yuge'', ''Ajay-Vijay'' are the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Pattali Makkal Katchi
Paattali Makkal Katchi (; PMK) is a political party in Tamil Nadu, India, founded by S. Ramadoss in 1989 for the Vanniyars, a caste in northern Tamil Nadu. It is currently part of the BJP led National Democratic Alliance (NDA). It contests the elections with the 'Ripe Mango' symbol. The party is known for its occasional involvement in riots and vandalism. Former CM of Tamil Nadu, Jayalalitha likened the party to a terrorist organisation and threatened with ban for its frequent involvement in violence and vandalism of public property History Vanniyar Sangam S Ramadoss founded the in the late 1970s, bringing together a coalition of Vanniyar caste organizations. The Vanniyar Sangam is PMK's parent organisation. In the 1980s, the Vanniyar Sangham organized the 1987 Vanniyar reservation agitation demanding MBC status for Vanniyars. At the peak of the protests, the state was paralysed for a week when lakhs of trees were felled, highways blocked and damaged and more than 1400 hous ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Gajendra (2004 Film)
''Gajendra'' is a 2004 Tamil language action film directed by Suresh Krishna. The film stars Vijayakanth, Flora and Laya. The film, produced by V. A. Durai, had musical score by Deva and was released on 17 September 2004 to negative reviews. The film is remake of Telugu blockbuster film '' Simhadri'' and was later dubbed into Hindi as ''Return of Khuda Gawah'' in 2010. Plot An orphan and good hearted lad Gajendra (Vijayakanth) is 'adopted' and grows up under Azhagarsamy (Sarath Babu) family care in Chennai. The Bond they share is like father and son. Kasturi (Flora Saini) is Azhagarsamy's granddaughter, and she likes Gajendra a lot. Once a week, Gajendra meets a mentally challenged girl Indu ( Laya). He Entertains her provides money for her caretakers. When Azhagarsamy and his wife ( Lavanya) discover Kasturi wants to marry Gajendra, Azhagarsamy decides to get them married. He makes a formal announcement to officially adopt Gajendra. At this time, it is revealed that Gajendra ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Naan Kadavul
''Naan Kadavul'' () is a 2009 Indian Tamil-language action drama film co-written and directed by Bala. The film is based on the Tamil novel ''Yezhaam Ulagam'' by Jeyamohan, who also penned the dialogues for the film. The film stars Arya and Pooja. The film produced by K. S. Sreenivasan and jointly distributed by Vasan Visual Ventures and Pyramid Saimira, had background score and soundtrack composed by Ilaiyaraaja. Arthur A. Wilson handled the cinematography while Suresh Urs looked after the editing. The film had been in making for over three years, finally released on 6 February 2009. Upon release the film received critical acclaim, winning two National Film Awards, including the Best Director Award for Bala, four Vijay Awards, three Tamil Nadu State Film Awards and two Filmfare Awards. It was also shown at film festivals, such as the 2010 Fantastic Fest and the 2011 Beloit International Film Festival. Plot For astrological reasons, a father (Azhagan Thamizhmani) has to l ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Paramasivan
''Paramasivan'' is a 2006 Indian Tamil-language film directed by P. Vasu and produced by S. Ramesh Babu. Ajith Kumar, Laila, Jayaram, Vivek, Prakash Raj playing lead character roles. It was released on 14 January 2006 to widespread negative reviews and had an average run at the box-office. The film was a complete remake of the Hindi-language film ''Kartoos'' (1999) starring Sanjay Dutt, Jackie Shroff and Manisha Koirala. Plot Subramaniyam Siva is in jail, awaiting the death sentence for killing corrupt and evil members of the police force who had killed his father SI Ganapathy and sister. SP of Police 'Nethiadi' Nandakumar is an honest, fearless police officer who has been given the mission to flush out the terrorist outfit behind the Coimbatore blasts. He decides to employ unconventional methods to fulfill his mission and engages Siva to assist him, renaming him Paramasivan, changing his look (cutting his Jaṭā hair), and giving him a single-point agenda – trace out an ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Maayavi
''Maayavi'' () is a 2005 Indian Tamil-language action dramedy film directed by Singampuli that stars Suriya and Jyothika who plays a fictional version of herself, whilst Vijayakanth makes a cameo. The film's score and soundtrack were composed by Devi Sri Prasad. The plot is loosely based on the novel ''The Fan Club'' by Irving Wallace. Plot Abhes Balaiya (Suriya), the guide conman thief, is footloose and fancy-free. He and his acolyte Sathyaraj ( Sathyan) have no hangups in life. Balaiya’s problems start when he and Sathyaraj land up in a huge villa on the beachfront. It is actually actress Jyothika’s (Jyothika) house. When they realize it, they want to replace what they have taken. As it happens, the actress catches them and creates a huge issue out of it. For their efforts, they are put behind bars. Jyothika does not like Balaiya at all. Balaiya goes out to take revenge on her and kidnap her. Just about when the whole industry and her family tries to trace Jyothika, she u ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Filmfare Award For Best Film – Tamil
The Filmfare Best Film Award is given by the ''Filmfare'' magazine as part of its annual Filmfare Awards South for Tamil (Kollywood) films. Winners Nominations 1970s *1972 - '' Pattikada Pattanama'' *1973 - '' Bharatha Vilas'' *1974 - ''Dikkatra Parvathi'' ** '' Aval Oru Thodar Kathai'' ** ''Urimai Kural'' *1975 - ''Apoorva Raagangal'' ** '' Anbe Aaruyire'' ** '' Idhayakkani'' *1976 - ''Annakili'' ** ''Moondru Mudichu'' ** '' Chitra Pournami'' ** ''Oru Oodhappu Kan Simittugiradhu'' ** ''Thunive Thunai'' *1977 - ''Bhuvana Oru Kelvi Kuri'' ** '' 16 Vayathinile'' ** ''Aattukara Alamelu'' ** '' Avargal'' ** '' Sila Nerangalil Sila Manithargal'' *1978 - ''Mullum Malarum'' ** '' Aval Appadithan'' ** ''Ilamai Oonjal Aadukirathu'' ** '' Kizhakke Pogum Rail'' ** '' Sigappu Rojakkal'' *1979 - '' Pasi'' ** '' Azhiyatha Kolangal'' ** '' Ninaithale Inikkum'' ** '' Puthiya Vaarpugal'' ** '' Uthiri Pookkal'' 1980s *1980 - '' Varumayin Niram Sigappu'' ** '' Billa'' ** '' Jhonny'' ** '' Nenjath ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
