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Narain (actor)
Sunil Kumar, known by his stage name Narain, is an Indian actor, who has starred in Malayalam and Tamil films. He made his debut in Adoor Gopalakrishnan's ''Nizhalkuthu'' (2002), followed by performances in Malayalam films '' 4 the People'' (2004), ''Achuvinte Amma'' (2005), and ''Classmates'' (2006). Narain's Tamil debut was in Mysskin's ''Chithiram Pesuthadi'' (2006). Acting career Narain's first film was ''Nizhalkuthu''. His first commercial film, '' 4 The People'', was dubbed in Tamil and Telugu. He portrayed a struggling lawyer, Emmanuel John, in ''Achuvinte Amma'' and also played a doctor, Jeevan, in '' Sheelabathi''. He also played roles in ''Annorikal'' and ''Classmates''. His debut Tamil movie was ''Chithiram Pesuthadi''. Through ''Panthaya Kozhi'', produced by director Lal, he has been re-launched as an independent action hero in the Malayalam film industry. In 2008, he did another youth-oriented Malayalam movie ''Minnaminnikoottam''. He has acted in more than 20 Mala ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Calcutta
Kolkata (, or , ; also known as Calcutta , List of renamed places in India#West Bengal, the official name until 2001) is the Capital city, capital of the Indian States and union territories of India, state of West Bengal, on the eastern bank of the Hooghly River west of the border with Bangladesh. It is the primary business, commercial, and financial hub of East India, Eastern India and the main port of communication for North-East India. According to the 2011 Indian census, Kolkata is the List of cities in India by population, seventh-most populous city in India, with a population of 45 lakh (4.5 million) residents within the city limits, and a population of over 1.41 crore (14.1 million) residents in the Kolkata metropolitan area, Kolkata Metropolitan Area. It is the List of metropolitan areas in India, third-most populous metropolitan area in India. In 2021, the Kolkata metropolitan area crossed 1.5 crore (15 million) registered voters. The ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sheelabathi
''Seelabathi'' is a 2005 Malayalam drama film written and directed by R. Sarath, starring Kavya Madhavan and Narain in the lead roles. The film, according to the director, is for "all those girls who have been reported missing from several parts of the State." The film opened on 12 December to critical acclaim. Plot The movie begins with the arrival of Seelabathi and her mother Sumangala to Kerala from Bengal. Though Sumangala returns to Bengal, Seelabathi stays behind because she gets a temporary job as a computer teacher in a school, for a few months. She stays with her grandparents. Her grandfather is a farmer who loves farming more than perhaps anything else. And in school, she soon gets adapted to things and becomes friendly with her students. Sheelabathi also meets a young doctor Jeevan, with whom she becomes very friendly. In the village there are people who come to dig huge bore-wells and consequently there is much of water scarcity. And young students disappear mysterio ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Vikram (2022 Film)
''Vikram'' is a 2022 Indian Tamil-language action thriller film directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, who co-wrote the script with Rathna Kumar and produced by Kamal Haasan who also stars in the titular role as agent Vikram, who leads a black-ops squad that aims to bring down a drug syndicate led by Sandhanam (Vijay Sethupathi). The film also stars Fahadh Faasil, Kalidas Jayaram, Narain and Chemban Vinod Jose, while Suriya appears in a cameo role. A spiritual successor of the identically-named 1986 Tamil film, it is the second installment in the Lokesh Cinematic Universe following ''Kaithi'' (2019). Kanagaraj was signed by Haasan's Raaj Kamal Films International for a proposed script in late 2019, planned for Rajinikanth in the lead role that was delayed due to COVID-19 pandemic. He then announced another project during September 2020, featured Haasan in the lead role as well as the producer, whose title ''Vikram'' was announced in November, and the film went on an extensive pre-pro ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Karthi Sivakumar
Karthik Sivakumar (born 25 May 1977), better known by his stage name Karthi, is an Indian actor who works predominantly in Tamil cinema. He has won three Filmfare Awards South, an Edison Award, a SIIMA Award and a Tamil Nadu State Film Award. The younger brother of actor Suriya and the youngest son of actor Sivakumar, Karthi initially joined Mani Ratnam as an assistant director. He was offered acting roles and made his acting debut in ''Paruthiveeran'' in 2007, which garnered critical acclaim and several accolades including the Filmfare Award for Best Actor. His next project was that of the lead role in '' Aayirathil Oruvan'' (2010), an action-adventure film directed by Selvaraghavan. He achieved consecutive commercial successes with his subsequent releases – ''Paiyaa'' (2010), '' Naan Mahaan Alla'' (2010) and '' Siruthai'' (2011). After appearing in a series of box office flops, he starred in successful films such as '' Madras'' (2014), '' Thozha'' (2016), ''Theera ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kaithi (2019 Film)
''Kaithi'' () is a 2019 Indian Tamil-language action thriller film Action film is a film genre in which the protagonist is thrust into a series of events that typically involve violence and physical feats. The genre tends to feature a mostly resourceful hero struggling against incredible odds, which include life ... written and directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj. It is produced by S. R. Prakashbabu and S. R. Prabhu under Dream Warrior Pictures and co-produced by Tiruppur Vivek under Vivekananda Pictures. It stars Karthi in the lead role, along with Narain (actor), Narain, Arjun Das, Harish Uthaman, George Maryan and Dheena (actor), Dheena in pivotal roles. In the film, a recently released prisoner races against time to drive poisoned cops to a hospital in exchange for meeting his daughter, while evading criminals chasing him. Lokesh initially worked on two scripts after the success of ''Maanagaram'' (2017), which he had scrapped working on it, due to the issues regarding the extens ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Lokesh Kanagaraj
Lokesh Kanagaraj (born 14 March 1986) is an Indian film director and screenwriter who works in Tamil films. He started his careers with a short film in the 2016 anthology ''Aviyal (2016 film), Aviyal.'' He later directed his first feature film ''Maanagaram'' (2017). He created the Lokesh Cinematic Universe franchise with his films Kaithi (2019 film), ''Kaithi'' (2019) and Vikram (2022 film), ''Vikram'' (2022). His upcoming film, Leo (2023 Indian Film), ''Leo'', is also intended to be a part of the universe. Leo marked the second collaboration between Vijay (actor), Vijay and Lokesh after Master (2021 film), ''Master'' (2021). Early life Lokesh Kanagaraj was born in Kinathukadavu, Coimbatore district of Tamil Nadu, India. In PSG College of Arts and Science, he majored in Fashion Technology before pursuing an MBA. He did his schooling in Palanayiammal Matric Hr. Sec. School Kalliyapuram, Pollachi. He is an ex-bank employee. He pursued his passion towards film making by participat ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mugamoodi
''Mugamoodi'' () is a 2012 Indian Tamil language, Tamil-language superhero film written and directed by Mysskin. The film stars Jiiva, Narain (actor), Narain, and Pooja Hegde who makes her acting debut through this film. While Nassar (actor), Nassar, Selva (actor), Selva and Girish Karnad play supporting roles. The film is about a martial artist who cannot tolerate injustice and corruption and hence turns into a vigilante to fight against it for a better society. The film was dedicated to Bruce Lee. The music was composed by K (music director), K with cinematography by Sathyan Sooryan. ''Mugamoodi'' was released theatrically on 31 August 2012 and opened to mixed reviews from critics and audience. Plot Anand aka ''Bruce Lee'', is a college graduate who hates the idea of 9-5 jobs. He studies martial arts with a group of similarly jobless friends. Attempting to recruit new students to pay tuition fees and save their school, he gets involved in a brawl and falls for Shakthi, the da ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Anjaathe
''Anjathe'' () is a 2008 Indian Tamil-language neo-noir action thriller film written and directed by Mysskin and produced by V. Hitesh Jhabak. The film stars Narain, Prasanna, Ajmal Ameer, and Vijayalakshmi. The film opened to rave reviews for its technical expertise, avant-garde filmmaking, and for the performance of actor Prasanna. The film became a "super-hit" at the box office. The composition of frames, selection of shots and its counter meaning in narration made Anjathe a perfect example of Tamil New Wave cinema. The film was remade in Kannada as ''Anjadiru'' (2009). Plot Sathyavan and Kripakaran are close friends living opposite each other in the police quarters neighborhood. Sathya is a rowdy, wasting his time drinking merrily and getting involved in fights. Though he and Kripa pass college with a first-class degree, Sathya has no interest in joining the police force. Kripa studies hard to become a Sub-Inspector and challenges Sathya to do the same. Just a day before th ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Veeraputhran
''Veeraputhran'' ( ml, വീരപുത്രൻ; en, "Brave Son") is a 2011 Malayalam historical film directed by P. T. Kunju Muhammed based on the story written by N. P. Mohammed, which is based on the life of Indian Freedom fighter and anti-Colonial activist Mohammed Abdul Rahiman (1898 – 1945). The film focuses on the anti-Colonial movements in present-day Kerala during British raj. The film has Narain as Mohammed Abdul Rahiman and Raima Sen as Rahiman's wife Kunhi Beevathu. The cast also includes Lakshmi Gopalaswamy, Siddique, Kalabhavan Mani, Sai Kumar, Devan, Valsala Menon, and Sajitha Madathil. Plot The film is about the eventful history of Malabar during India's independence struggle. The film primarily focusses on the life of Mohammed Abdul Rahiman, a freedom fighter and Congress leader, known for leading the Khilafat Movement. It covers the period in Malabar history starting with the arrival of Abdul Rahiman in Kerala at the age of 23, after discontinuing h ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bhagyadevatha
''Bhagyadevatha'' () is a 2009 Indian Malayalam-language comedy-drama film written and directed by Sathyan Anthikkad from a story by Rajesh Jayaraman. It features Jayaram, Kaniha, and Narain. Plot Benny Chacko, a cable operator, is ambitious about earning wealth and getting rich. His friend gives him the idea of getting married so he can use the dowry to fulfill his dreams. Benny marries Daisy. To his dismay, he realizes that his father-in-law has not been able to arrange for the dowry, as agreed. This angers Benny but he decides to be patient and wait a few months before taking any further step. Meanwhile, he informs Daisy that until the dowry is received, their relationship would remain unconsummated. Three months pass but Daisy's father is unable to give Benny the entire dowry. Benny is angered, and he drops Daisy at her home. He tells her parents that she can return home after the dowry has been arranged for. Daisy and her family are greatly saddened by his behavior but the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sathyan Anthikkad
Sathyan Anthikad is an Indian film director, screenwriter, and lyricist who predominantly works in Malayalam cinema. In a career spanning five decades he has directed more than 50 films, been the lyricist for 12 films and been the scriptwriter for 6 films. He is the recipient of several accolades including a National Film Award, five Kerala State Film Awards and three Filmfare Awards. He received the Kerala Sahitya Akademi Award for Humour in 2019 for his book, ''Eeswaran Mathram Sakshi.'' Films like ''Pingami'' though a commercial failure at the time release, have over the years gained a cult following. Personal life Sathyan Anthikad was born to M. V. Krishnan and M. K. Kalyani at Anthikad in Thrissur district of Kerala state. He is married to Nimmi Sathyan and has three sons, Arun, Anoop and Akhil. Career In 1973, Sathyan debuted as an assistant director to Dr. Balakrishnan in Rekha Cine Arts. He was the Associate Director of director P. Chandrakumar for more than twenty fil ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Minnaminnikoottam
''Minnaminnikootam'' (2008) is a Malayalam film directed by Kamal. It stars Narain, Jayasurya, Indrajith, Meera Jasmine, Roma, Samvrutha, Anoop Chandran and Radhika in the lead roles. The score and soundtrack is composed by Bijibal. The story of the film revolves around a group of youngsters working in an IT park. Plot Sidharth and his wife Mumthaz are two highly paid IT professionals who are trying to overcome the crisis of their love marriage. They have many friends. Manikkunju, Abhilash, Charulatha, Rose Mary and Kalyani. They visit Sidharthan's flat for unwinding after work and consider their home an escape from work stress. Some unusual things happen which change their lives. Abhilash and Charu argue and fight. At the end of these simple fights, they come to the home of Sidhu and Momu to chill out. Charu was living a life that was surrounded only by her father from when she was 5 years old. A wedding meet between the families of Abhi and Charu causes Charu's father to sta ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
