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Grace Karunas
Grace Karunas is an Indian playback singer, actress who has worked in the Indian film industry. The wife of actor Karunas, Grace has often sung in films featuring her husband. Career Grace began singing at the age of five with the CSI Church, Poonamallee. She continued singing with her church and at college and caught the interest of actor Karunas during an intercollegiate competition, which the actor had come to judge. Karunas subsequently asked Grace to perform songs in his independent albums, and the pair later got married. Her first film song was "Cheena Thaana Doi" in the Kamal Haasan-starrer ''Vasool Raja MBBS'' (2004), and she received the opportunity after Karunas had recommended her to the film's director Saran and music composer Bharathwaj. The success of the song made her popular and she soon worked on other songs including "Velaku Onnu Thiriya Paakudhu" from ''Devathaiyai Kanden'' (2004), "Alappuzha Ammani Allo" from ''Karka Kasadara'' (2005), "Freeya Vidu Maamu" i ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Chennai
Chennai (, ), formerly known as Madras ( the official name until 1996), is the capital city of Tamil Nadu, the southernmost Indian state. The largest city of the state in area and population, Chennai is located on the Coromandel Coast of the Bay of Bengal. According to the 2011 Indian census, Chennai is the sixth-most populous city in the country and forms the fourth-most populous urban agglomeration. The Greater Chennai Corporation is the civic body responsible for the city; it is the oldest city corporation of India, established in 1688—the second oldest in the world after London. The city of Chennai is coterminous with Chennai district, which together with the adjoining suburbs constitutes the Chennai Metropolitan Area, the 36th-largest urban area in the world by population and one of the largest metropolitan economies of India. The traditional and de facto gateway of South India, Chennai is among the most-visited Indian cities by foreign tourists. It was ranked the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Deva (composer)
Devanesan Chokkalingam, also known as Deva, is a south Indian film composer and singer who predominantly works in Tamil Cinema. He has composed songs and provided background music for Tamil, Kannada, Telugu, and Malayalam films in a career spanning about 36 years. He has composed music for more than 400 films. Personal life Deva was born to M. C. Chokkalingam and M. C. Krishnaveni. Even in his childhood, Deva was attracted to the world of music. Teaming up with Chandra Bose, he staged many musical programmes. He started learning classical music under Dhanraj and has completed a course in Western music at Trinity College of Music in London. His son Srikanth Deva is also a music director, as are his brothers, who have formed the duo Sabesh–Murali. His nephew Jai is an actor. Career Before coming to cinema, Deva worked for some time in the television field. In those days, Deva's brothers were working in the musical troupes of Illayaraja and other music directors as instru ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Tamil Language
Tamil (; ' , ) is a Dravidian language natively spoken by the Tamil people of South Asia. Tamil is an official language of the Indian state of Tamil Nadu, the sovereign nations of Sri Lanka and Singapore, and the Indian territory of Puducherry. Tamil is also spoken by significant minorities in the four other South Indian states of Kerala, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, and the Union Territory of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. It is also spoken by the Tamil diaspora found in many countries, including Malaysia, Myanmar, South Africa, United Kingdom, United States, Canada, Australia and Mauritius. Tamil is also natively spoken by Sri Lankan Moors. One of 22 scheduled languages in the Constitution of India, Tamil was the first to be classified as a classical language of India. Tamil is one of the longest-surviving classical languages of India.. "Tamil is one of the two longest-surviving classical languages in India" (p. 7). A. K. Ramanujan described it as "the on ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Star Vijay
Star Vijay is an Indian Tamil language general entertainment pay television channel owned by Disney Star (formerly Star India), a subsidiary of Asianet Star Communications. The channel's headquarters is in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. Star Vijay changed hands several times before being partly acquired by the Star India in 2001. The channel telecasts Tamil language programmes such as serials, reality shows and Tamil films. History The channel was first launched by N. P. V. Ramasamy Udayar on 24 November 1994, as Golden Eagle Communication (GEC). United Breweries Group acquired the channel in 1995 and renamed it as Vijay TV. The UTV Software Communications, UTV Group bought the controlling interest from United Breweries Group in 1999 for million. In 2001, Star India took over the channel and rebranded it as ''Star Vijay.'' Star acquired 51 percent stake in Vijay TV with UTV holding the remaining 49 percent. In 2004, UTV Software Communications offloaded its entire 44 percent stake in Vij ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kalakka Povathu Yaaru? Champions
''Kalakka Povathu Yaaru? Champions'' or ''KPY Champions'' is a 2017 Indian Tamil-language reality Stand-up comedy television show, that airs on Star Vijay and streamed on Disney+ Hotstar. Over six years, KPY Champions has rolled out three seasons. Grace Karunas, Thadi Balaji and Ma Ka Pa Anand as the judges for the first two seasons. This show features a great opportunity for the comedian of Tamil Nadu to showcase their comedy talent. The first season was premiered on 18 June 2017. Overview Season 1 The first season of KPY Champions was aired on every Sunday at 14:00 from 18 June 2017 to 27 January 2019 and ended with 84 Episodes. The show contestants are Kalakka Povathu Yaaru? Season 5 and Season 6 Teams and Siricha Pochu team. Grace Karunas, Thadi Balaji and Ma Ka Pa Anand as the judges, Sriranjani Sundaram and VJ Pappu as the hosts. The winner of the season was Pulikesi Team, Anja Singam was the runner-up. * Winner: Pulikesi Team * First Runners-Up: Anja Singam S ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Enakku Innoru Per Irukku
''Enakku Innoru Per Irukku'' () is a 2016 Indian Tamil-language mafia comedy film directed by Sam Anton starring G. V. Prakash Kumar and Anandhi in the leading roles. Produced by Subaskaran Allirajah, who is from Lyca Productions, the film began production during December 2015. Plot Johny (G. V. Prakash Kumar) is a happy-go-lucky guy who is mistaken as a notorious gangster by his lover Hema's (Anandhi) father Dass (Saravanan) aka Naina, an ageing gangster who wants a person to replace him as the Naina in Royapuram and become his son-in-law. Johny has a disease which causes him to repeat his previous words if he sees blood. How Johny eliminates his rivals and becomes the next Naina forms the rest of the story. Cast *G. V. Prakash Kumar as Johnny, a Haematophobia guy and tried to be a Naina in Royapuram. *Anandhi as Hema Johnny (Dhanam), Daughter of Doss. *Saravanan as Doss (Naina), Head of Royapuram. *Karunas as Finger Babu, Naina goon *Charle as Subbiah, Naina's right hand ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Thirunaal
''Thirunaal'' () is a 2016 Indian Tamil-language action drama film written and directed by P. S. Ramnath and produced by M. Senthil Kumar. The film stars Jiiva and Nayanthara in their second collaboration after '' E''. The music was composed by Srikanth Deva. The film was released on 5 August 2016. Plot "Blade" Ganesh (Jiiva) is a henchman for a local don Naaga (Sharath Lohitashwa) and is loyal to him without any reason. Blade is ready to go to any extent for the sake of Naaga. However, Naaga views Blade just as a henchman and uses him to run his local mafia. Vithya (Nayanthara) is the daughter of a local factory owner (Joe Malloori) who is also a friend of Naaga. She falls for Ganesh after he saves her from a few goons. Vithya's father arranges her wedding with another man, but everyone learns about the love affair between Vithya and Blade, which creates animosity between Naaga and Vithya's father. Naaga does not want Blade to marry anyone as he fears that Blade might leave him ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ragalaipuram
''Ragalaipuram'' is a 2013 Indian Tamil language comedy drama film written and directed by Mano, which is a remake of the 1991 Malayalam film ''Aanaval Mothiram''. The film features Karunas, Angana Roy, and Sanjana Singh in the lead roles. The music was composed by Srikanth Deva. The film opened to mixed reviews upon release on 18 October 2013. Cast * Karunas as Velu * Angana Roy as Kalyani * Sanjana Singh as SI Shwetha * Bharath Reddy as SI Suresh * Manobala as Inspector * Uma as Velu's mother * M. S. Bhaskar as Vincent * Pawan as Burma Kumar * Vaiyapuri as Insurance Policy Agent * Delhi Ganesh as Constable Pandian * Kovai Sarala as Head Constable Ekavalli * Singampuli * O. A. K. Sundar as SI Veerapandi * Mayilsamy * Ken Karunas * Kottaikumar * Shakeela as Kuruvamma (Special Appearance) * Sridhar (Special Appearance - "Obamavum") Production The film was first reported in February 2012, with debutant Mano chosen to direct the remake of the 1991 Malayalam film ''Aanaval Mo ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kasethan Kadavulada (2011 Film)
''Kasethan Kadavulada'' is a 2011 Indian Tamil-language comedy film written and directed by Thirumalai, starring Sharan, Kamna Jethmalani, Karunas, Pandiarajan, Divya Padmini, Sathyan, Manobala, Delhi Ganesh, Paravai Muniyamma, and Singamuthu playing the main characters. The film, directed by Thirumalai, has music scored by comedian and singer Karunas. It is a remake of Telugu film ''Blade Babji''. The film received mixed reviews. Cast * Charan as Blade Bala * Kamna Jethmalani as Archana * Karunas as Karuna * Pandiarajan as Duraisingam * Sathyan * Lollu Sabha Jeeva as Gaja * Divya Padmini as Mamtha * Delhi Ganesh * Sankarguru Raja * Manobala as Balram Naidu * Mayilsamy as Thangaraj * Singamuthu as Mani * Singampuli as Bujjibabu * Pandu * Nalini as Kamala * Paravai Muniyamma * Babylona as Savithri * Meera Krishnan * Fathima Babu * Sujibala Soundtrack Soundtrack was composed by Karunas. *Panatha Kaatunga - Ananthu *Nainavukku - Grace Karunas *Unnai Orumurai - Prasann ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ambasamuthiram Ambani
''Ambasamudram Ambani'' () is a 2010 Indian Tamil-language comedy drama film written and directed by Ramnath. P. It was produced by actor Karunas, Singapore R. Saravana and A. John Peter. The film stars Karunas, Navneet Kaur, Ambani Shankar, and Kota Srinivasa Rao alongside an ensemble supporting cast including Cochin Haneefa, Sriranjini, Livingston, Delhi Ganesh, and R. Sundarrajan. Karunas had also composed the songs, while Sabesh–Murali composed the background score and lyrics written by "Kaviperarasu" Vairamuthu. Cinematography was handled by P. Pulidevan and editing by V. T. Vijayan. The film released on 7 February 2010 and become a decent hit. Plot Dhandapani, coming from a poor background, nurtures his ambition to become an owner of businesses like Reliance, Vasanth & Co, Saravana Stores, etc. He meets Nandhini, who falls in love with him because of his steadfast ambition. Dhandapani is not in a position to accept owing to his goals. Thereafter, he gives all his hard ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Rajadhi Raja (2009 Film)
''Rajadhi Raja'' () is a 2009 Tamil language masala film written and directed by Sakthi Chidambaram and produced by Radha Sakthi Chidambaram. It stars Lawrence Raghavendra, Mumtaj, Snigdha Akolkar, Kamna Jethmalani, Meenakshi, and Karunas. The film was released on 15 May 2009 and received a huge negative response. Plot Raja (Raghava Lawrence) is a native of Coutrallam. Tragedy strikes his adolescent life when his father loses his hand when a doctor in an inebriated condition operates on him. The doctor fearing legal consequences bribes the local police to take care of the issue. Young Raja witnesses police brutality on his father causing his father's death. On his deathbed, his father gets a promise from Raja that he would make his three brothers into a cop, lawyer, and doctor. Raja realises his mission, and stops his studies to earn money to make his brothers into what he promised. The brothers are provided shelter and food by a local elderly woman (Paravai Muniyamma) whom Raj ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
