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Mr. Romeo
''Mr. Romeo'' is a 1996 Indian Tamil-language action comedy film directed by K. S. Ravi and produced by R. B. Choudary. The film stars Prabhu Deva in a dual roles with Shilpa Shetty and Madhoo playing the female leading roles, with Surendra Pal, Vadivelu and Vijayakumar playing supporting roles. A. R. Rahman scored music for the film (in his 25th film composition). The film was released on 10 November 1996. Plot In Bangalore, Romeo lives a privileged life as a celebrity with his widowed mother. He receives considerable assistance and encouragement from Sathyamoorthy to dance and sing. He meets and is attracted to Madhoo, who is also his fan. His mother meets with Madhoo's grandfather and both arrange their wedding. Then Romeo finds out that Sathyamoorthy has been stealing body organ from patients in the Sathyamoorthy Hospital, and then stages their deaths via bus accidents. He meets with Sathyamoorthy and warns him that he is going to expose him publicly. Before he could reve ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Crazy Mohan
Mohan Rangachari (16 October 1952 – 10 June 2019) known professionally as Crazy Mohan, was an Indian actor, comedian, screenwriter and playwright. An engineer by profession, Mohan started writing plays and established his own drama troupe called "Crazy Creations" in 1979. In addition to dramas and tele-serials, Mohan worked as a dialogue writer on a number of comedy films. Mohan had written over 30 plays, worked on over 40 films, having cameo roles in each film, and written 100 short stories. The Tamil Nadu state government in the year 2004, awarded him the Kalaimamani title for excellence in the field of arts and literature. Career Mohan was a student at the College of Engineering, Guindy, where he graduated as a mechanical engineer in 1973. His guide was his classmate S. Ravi, who was the President of Tamil Mandram. Before becoming a full-time writer, Mohan was working at Sundaram - Clayton Limited. At the College of Engineering, Guindy, in February 1972, he first wrote ' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jyothi Meena
Jyothi Meena is an Indian actress who has predominantly appeared in Tamil films. She is best remembered for her item numbers and supporting roles in ''Ullathai Allitha'' and ''Azhagana Naatkal''. Personal life Jyothi Meena was born in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. She is the daughter of actress Jyothi Lakshmi and her father is a camera man. Her mother died at her residence in Chennai on 8 August 2016 due to blood cancer. Career She first appeared in the R. Sarathkumar's Tamil film, '' Ragasiya Police''. She has appeared in supporting roles, notably in ''Ullathai Allitha'', ''Azhagana Naatkal'' and '' Gopala Gopala''. She has also appeared in item numbers alongside Ajith Kumar, Prabhu and R. Sarathkumar Sarathkumar Ramanathan (born 14 July 1954) is an Indian actor, politician, filmmaker, and singer. He has acted in more than 130 Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam and Kannada films. He has won two Tamil Nadu State Film Awards and three Filmfare Awards .... She retired from acting ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Anthimanthaarai
''Anthimanthaarai'' () is a 1996 Indian Tamil-language historical drama film. The film stars Vijayakumar and Jayasudha. It is produced by Chandraleela Bharathiraja and Thilaka Ganesh The director of this film is Bharathiraja. The film won the National Award for the Best Feature Film in Tamil for the year 1997. The music for the film is scored by A. R. Rahman, marking his third collaboration with Bharathiraja after Kizhakku Cheemayile and Karuthamma. The film had a brief run lasting for a week in major cinemas and fared poorly at the box office despite its accolades and critical acclaim. Plot An aged man at his retirement ( Vijaykumar) pursues a relationship that he could not experience when younger. He was once a freedom fighter and activist, but as time passes by, his efforts become gradually forgotten. Towards the end of his life, he grapples to financially support himself and loses his respect and identity in society. His desires to lead a peaceful retirement with his c ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Fire (1996 Film)
Fire is the rapid oxidation of a material (the fuel) in the exothermic chemical process of combustion, releasing heat, light, and various reaction products. At a certain point in the combustion reaction, called the ignition point, flames are produced. The ''flame'' is the visible portion of the fire. Flames consist primarily of carbon dioxide, water vapor, oxygen and nitrogen. If hot enough, the gases may become ionized to produce plasma. Depending on the substances alight, and any impurities outside, the color of the flame and the fire's intensity will be different. Fire in its most common form can result in conflagration, which has the potential to cause physical damage through burning. Fire is an important process that affects ecological systems around the globe. The positive effects of fire include stimulating growth and maintaining various ecological systems. Its negative effects include hazard to life and property, atmospheric pollution, and water contamination. If fire ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Aditya Music
Aditya Music India Private Limited is a music company in India, which owns the label Aditya Music. It produces music for the Telugu cinema industry and is headquartered at Hyderabad, Telangana. Overview The company was founded by Umesh Gupta, initially as a distribution and marketing company for music labels in Andhra Pradesh. In 1996, the label Aditya Music was established, and in 2000 they began manufacturing audio cassettes. Aditya Music also dubs Telugu movies into Hindi and Bhojpuri. Soundtrack discography Telugu cinema *''Swathi Muthyam'' (1985) *'' Oke Okkadu'' (1999) *'' Thammudu'' (1999) *'' Gemini'' (2002) *'' Amma Nanna O Tamila Ammayi'' (2003) *'' Devullu'' (2000) *''Siva Rama Raju'' (2002) *''Sri Anjaneyam'' (2004) *'' Varsham'' (2004) *'' Jai Chiranjeeva'' (2005) *'' Athadu'' (2005) *''Bangaram'' (2006) *'' Stalin'' (2006) *''Sri Ramadasu'' (2006) *'' Desamuduru'' (2007) *''Maharathi'' (2007) *'' Guru flim'' (2007) *'' Pandurangadu'' (2008) *''Magadheer ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Pyramid Saimira
Pyramid Saimira, an Indian multinational entertainment company, operating in 6 countries was one of the World's fastest growing entertainment group. Its diversified businesses included Exhibition (Theatre), Film and Television Content Production, Distribution, Hospitality, Food & Beverage, Animation and Gaming, Cine Advertising, etc., which has significantly altered the profile of Tamil Nadu cinema, the Tamil film music scene and entertainment industry in India at large. Its founder and CEO died on 28 Jun 2019 due to diabetics related illness. Filmography Distribution *'' Mozhi'' (2007) *''Billa'' (2007) *''Evano Oruvan'' (2007) *''Azhagiya Tamil Magan'' (2007) * Ali Bhai (2007) *'' Kuselan'' (2008) *'' Saroja'' (2009) *''Naan Kadavul'' (2009) Production *''Kannamoochi Yenada'' (2007) *'' Aayudham Seivom'' (2008) Debts, Problems and Closure Following the failure of '' Kuselan'' (2008), the production studio began to experience significant financial problems which af ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Panchathan Record Inn
The Panchathan Record Inn and AM Studios is composer/music director A. R. Rahman's studios on his street at Kodambakkam, Chennai in Tamil Nadu. History The Inn was established in 1989, attached to Rahman's backyard, and developed into one of the most developed studios in Asia. Located very close to his home, it houses equipment like the Euphonix System 5 Audio Mixing system. The studio has been designed by Studio 440 and the state of the art equipment is from Daxco Digital. His team includes acclaimed sound engineers of Chennai film music including the late H. Sridhar, Mani Sharma, S. Sivakumar, Aditya Modi, A. S. Laxmi Narayanan, S. Saisarvajith, J. Ravinder, his manager Noell James, and Co-Ordinator Samidurai. In 2005, A. R. Rahman built a new studio associating with Mani Sharma, part of a redevelopment and extension project of the inn, called AM Studios. Mixing takes place at both the inn and the commercial A. M Studios for films. Other music directors use AM Studios f ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
En Swasa Katre
''En Swasa Kaatre'' () is a 1999 Indian Tamil-language romantic crime film written and directed by K. S. Ravi. The film stars Arvind Swamy and Isha Koppikar, while Raghuvaran, Prakash Raj and Thalaivasal Vijay play supporting roles. The film was produced by newcomers R. M. Sait and Ansar Ali, friends of the film's music director A. R. Rahman. The film released in February 1999 to mixed reviews. Plot A seemingly down-to-earth man Arun (Arvind Swamy), leads a life of a computer hacker by day and a thief by night. When he meets Madhu (Isha Koppikar), whom he fancies, he wishes to turn over a new leaf. But Arun's rogue brother Guru ( Prakash Raj), who has been blackmailing him since young to do his dirty deeds, does not think likewise. A deep love-hate relationship between them which unfolded during their childhood days, traps Arun into a life of crime. How Arun chooses between his family and love forms the crux of the story. Cast *Arvind Swamy as Arun Raj *Isha Koppikar as M ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Love Birds (1996 Film)
''Love Birds'' is a 1996 Indian Tamil-language romance film directed by P. Vasu. The film stars Prabhu Deva and Nagma with Raja, Vadivelu and Sarath Babu playing other pivotal roles. The film's score and soundtrack composed by A. R. Rahman was highly successful. The film was released on 15 January 1996 and had an average performance commercially. The film is a remake of the 1986 Kannada film ''Ratha Sapthami'' for which P. Vasu was the co-screenplay writer. Plot After accidentally meeting, Mridula (Nagma) and Arun (Prabhu Deva) fall in love. The young couple both come from affluent families, and so, to test whether they will be suited for a long-term relationship, they both decide to live together. However, a few months into their relationship, Arun and Mridula get in an accident and Arun dies. A devastated Mridula is unable to get over his absence, and before long starts seeing Arun in strange visions everywhere she goes. Her family eventually decide that relocating to another ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Gentleman (1993 Film)
''Gentleman'' is a 1993 Indian Tamil-language heist action film co-written and directed by S. Shankar in his directorial debut, and produced by K. T. Kunjumon. The film stars Arjun, Madhubala and Subhashri, with M. N. Nambiar, Manorama, Goundamani, Senthil, Charan Raj, Vineeth, and Rajan P. Dev in supporting roles. It revolves around a respected Madras-based businessman who moonlights as a thief who steals from the rich and gives to the poor for their education. ''Gentleman'' was released on 30 July 1993, and distributed by Kunjumon himself as distributors were reluctant. Despite this, the film became a box office success, running for over 175 days in theatres besides winning three South Filmfare Awards (including Best Film – Tamil and Best Director – Tamil), four Tamil Nadu State Film Awards (including Best Actor and Best Director) and five Cinema Express Awards. The film was remade in Hindi as '' The Gentleman'' (1994). Plot In Ooty, Krishnamoorthy "K ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Roja (film)
''Roja'' () is a 1992 Indian Tamil-language romantic thriller film written and directed by Mani Ratnam. It stars Arvind Swami and Madhoo, with the latter in the title role. It follows a simple girl from a village in Tamil Nadu, making desperate efforts to find her husband after he is kidnapped by militants during a secret undercover mission in Jammu and Kashmir. The film was produced by K. Balachander under his Kavithalayaa Productions and distributed by G. Venkateswaran. The film's cinematography was handled by Santhosh Sivan, music by A.R.Rahman and editing done by Suresh Urs. The film released on 15 August 1992, to positive reviews, receiving praise for its patriotic theme and critically acclaimed soundtrack. It was featured in the Indian panorama section of the 24th IFFI. Roja won three National Film Awards, including Best Film on National Integration, catapulting Ratnam to national acclaim. The film also gained international acclaim with its nomination for Best Film ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mani Ratnam
Gopala Ratnam Subramaniam (born 2 June 1956), known professionally as Mani Ratnam, is an Indian film director, screenwriter, and producer who predominantly works in Tamil cinema and few Hindi, Telugu and Kannada films. Ratnam has won six National Film Awards, four Filmfare Awards, six Filmfare Awards South, and numerous awards at various film festivals across the world. In 2002, the Government of India honoured him with the Padma Shri, acknowledging his contributions to film. Despite being born into a film family, Mani Ratnam did not develop any interest in films when he was young. Upon completion of his post graduation in management, he started his career as a consultant. He entered the film industry through the 1983 Kannada film, ''Pallavi Anu Pallavi''. The failure of his subsequent films would mean that he was left with fewer offers. However, his fifth directorial outing, ''Mouna Ragam'' (1986), established him as a leading filmmaker in Tamil cinema. He was the dir ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
