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Jackpot (2019 Film)
''Jackpot'' is a 2019 Indian Tamil-language fantasy comedy film written and directed by Kalyaan. The film stars Jyothika and Revathi, in lead roles, while Samuthirakani, Mansoor Ali Khan, Yogi Babu and Anandaraj (in a dual role) playing supporting roles. Revathi plays the character of Masha for the third time after ''Arangetra Velai'' and '' Gulaebaghavali''. The film is produced by actor Suriya under his production banner 2D Entertainment. The music for the film is scored by Vishal Chandrasekhar. The principal photography of the film commenced on 12 February 2019. The film was released on 2 August 2019. The film received mixed to positive reviews from critics.The film was a box office hit. Plot The film opens in 1918 and follows a milkman who accidentally stumbles upon an inexhaustible vessel (Akshaya Patra) while digging for a well. He fills it with cows milk, however, when he continues digging the well, he is surprised that the vessel produced a lot of milk from a small ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kalyaan
Kalyaan is an Indian film director and screenwriter who has been working in Tamil film Industry. He is notable for his commercially successful films, '' Gulaebaghavali'' (2018) and '' Jackpot'' (2019). Career Kalyaan made a breakthrough as a potential director after winning the second season of the Tamil reality show, ''Naalaiya Iyakkunar''. He began making his directorial debut film, '' Katha Solla Porom'' in 2014, but the film did not find distributors and was put on hold. He then began work on '' Kaathadi'', during October 2014. Sai Dhanshika was signed on to play a police officer, while Avishek Karthik, previously seen in Gautham Vasudev Menon's '' Vaaranam Aayiram'' (2008) and '' Nadunisi Naaygal'' (2011), was selected to portray the lead actor. The film began production in late 2014 and was revealed to be in post-production by October 2015. The movie was shot extensively in Chennai, Kerala and Yelagiri hills. A long delay before the release of the film meant that the tw ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Manobala
Balachandar (8 December 1953 – 3 May 2023), known by his stage name Manobala (), was an Indian actor, film producer, director, comedian, and YouTuber who predominantly played supporting roles in Tamil-language films. He worked predominantly in the film industry for nearly forty years and was notable for his unique body language and dialogue delivery and was also well known for his intonation. Early life Manobala was born as Balachandar in a Marungoor village near Thirumarugal , Nagapattinam District, but did most of his primary education in Bangalore and Thirukattupalli for grades 10 and 11. He later studied at the Government College of Fine Arts, when he started writing articles under the pen name Manobala, and also learnt Bharatanatyam and the Veena. Career Manobala started his career in Tamil cinema in the early 1970s and with a reference from Kamal Haasan became an assistant director for Bharathiraja's 1979 film ''Puthiya Vaarpugal''. He continued to work as his ass ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Feature Film Soundtrack
A soundtrack is a recorded audio signal accompanying and synchronised to the images of a book, drama, motion picture, radio program, television program, or video game; colloquially, a commercially released soundtrack album of music as featured in the soundtrack of a film, video, or television presentation; or the physical area of a film that contains the synchronised recorded sound. In movie industry terminology usage, a sound track is an audio recording created or used in film production or post-production. Initially, the dialogue, sound effects, and music in a film each has its own separate track, and these are mixed together to make what is called the ''composite track,'' which is heard in the film. A '' dubbing track'' is often later created when films are dubbed into another language. This is also known as an M&E (music and effects) track. M&E tracks contain all sound elements minus dialogue, which is then supplied by the foreign distributor in the native language ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Supergood Subramani
Supergood Subramani was an Indian actor who worked in Tamil-language films. Career Subramani entered the cinema industry with hopes of becoming a director. He worked as an assistant director to Pavithran for ''Thirumoorthy'' (1995) and to Saravana Subbiah. He also contributed to the script development discussions for '' Pen Singam'' (2010). His association with Super Good Films earned him the name Supergood Subramani. Due to his lack of opportunities, he switched to acting. His first significant role was in '' Pisaasu'' (2014), and he gained further recognition for his roles in '' Pariyerum Perumal'' (2018) and '' Jai Bhim'' (2021). He made his lead debut with ''Paraman'' (2024). Personal life Subramani was diagnosed with cancer in April 2025. He subsquently died on 10 May 2025 while undergoing treatment at the age of 58. Filmography Films *''Citizen'' (2001) (uncredited) *'' Subramaniapuram'' (2008) *'' Azhagarsamiyin Kuthirai'' (2011) *'' Manam Kothi Paravai'' (2012) * ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mahanadhi Shankar
Mahanadi Shankar is an Indian actor and stuntman who has appeared in Tamil language films and television serials, playing mostly supporting and negative roles. He has starred in films such as '' Mahanadhi'' (1994), '' Baashha'' (1995), ''Ratchagan'' (1997), '' Amarkalam'' (1999), and '' Dheena'' (2001). The success of the former film meant that he used the title as a prefix to his stage name. Career Shankar was introduced to the film industry initially as a stuntman and action choreographer in 1986. He focused on fight sequences in film portions while working as a stuntman from 1986 to 1993. He worked as an assistant to established stunt masters, including FEFSI Vijayan, Vikram Dharma, and Raju Sundaram during this time. Shankar received the opportunity to act in the film '' Mahanadhi'' (1994) through his stunt master guru Vikram Dharma, who pushed Shankar to the core. It was Vikram Dharma who convinced Shankar to gain weight in order to make a noteworthy appearance in the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ashwin Raja
Ashvin Raja is an Indian actor who has appeared in Tamil language films. He is the son of the film producer V. Swaminathan of Lakshmi Movie Makers. Personal life Ashvin Raja is the son of producer Swaminathan, who owns the production house, Lakshmi Movie Makers. He had also done cameos in some of the movies produced by him. V. Swaminathan died on 10 August 2020 due to COVID-19. He had been undergoing treatment in a private hospital in Chennai after testing positive for Coronavirus. He became the first person from Tamil film industry to have died of COVID-19. Ashwin, married his girlfriend Vidyashree on 24 June 2020. She is a practising doctor. Career Ashvin made his film debut portraying the student Paalpandi in Rajesh's comedy film '' Boss Engira Bhaskaran'' (2010). His performance in Prabhu Solomon's '' Kumki'' (2012) as an elephant herder alongside Vikram Prabhu and Thambi Ramaiah was also well received by film critics, and had allotted sixty six days to the film for the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Veerasamar
Veerasamar is an Indian art director and actor who has appeared in Tamil language films. Veerasamar started his career as assistant to art director Sabu Cyril and made his breakthrough as an actor with a leading role in '' Veerasekaran'' (2010) and has often appeared in films in both lead and comedy roles. Career Veerasamar began his career as an art director by apprenticing art director Sabu Cyril in director S. Shankar '' Boys'' (2003), before moving on to work in highly successful films including '' Kaadhal'' (2004), ''Veyil'' (2006) and '' Poo'' (2008). Veerasamar made his acting debut through '' Veerasekaran'' (2010), which had a low profile release. The film later garnered attention for being the first film of actress Amala Paul, who became popular after her performance in Prabhu Solomon's ''Mynaa'' (2010). However, he has reminded us of his art directorial skills through a couple of songs. Two other films K. T. Kunjumon's ''Kadhalukku Maranamillai'' and Samy's ''Sa ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Redin Kingsley
Redin Kingsley (born 16 April 1977) is an Indian actor and comedian who predominantly works in the Tamil film industry. He is best known for his loud style of speech and comedic expressions in films. Personal life Redin Kingsley married the television actress Sangeetha on December 10, 2023 Career Redin initially was a dancer and was featured in a song in the film '' Aval Varuvala'' (1998). He was also an event organizer for government exhibitions in Chennai and Bangalore before entering into the film industry as an actor. His debut film, a 2012 project called ''Vettai Mannan'' featuring Silambarasan directed by Nelson Dilipkumar, was shelved. Later in 2018, he properly debuted in Nayanthara's '' Kolamaavu Kokila'', again directed by Nelson. After appearing in minor roles in a few films, Kingsley rose to fame following roles in '' Netrikann'' and ''Doctor'' in 2021. He has also starred in Rajinikanth's '' Annaatthe'' (2021) and '' Jailer'' (2023) as well as Vijay in '' B ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Thangadurai (actor)
Thangadurai, is an Indian actor, comedian and writer. He works in the Tamil film and television industries. He is notable for the films like '' Jackpot, Panni Kutty, A1'', and ''DD Returns''. He has also worked in reality shows and web series such as '' Athu Ithu Ethu, Cooku with Comali'' and '' MY3''. Career Thangadurai started his career from '' Kalakka Povathu Yaaru?'' comedy show aired on Vijay TV. In 2009 he did another television show named '' Athu Ithu Ethu'' on Vijay TV. In 2017, Thangadurai worked in sequel of a reality show '' Kalakka Povathu Yaaru? Champions'' and in 2019 he appeared in '' Mr. and Mrs. Chinnathirai''. Thangadurai got more publicity in his next reality cooking show '' Cooku with Comali'' the same year. Thangadurai worked in various Tamil films such as '' Jackpot'', '' A1'', '' Parris Jeyaraj'', and '' Dikkiloona''. In 2024, Thangadurai has worked on films including '' Boomer Uncle'' and '' Aalakaalam''. Filmography Films Web series ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Suzane George
Suzane George, also known as "Mynaa Suzane", is an Indian actress mainly in Tamil films and television. Career Television Her first break in television was with Jaya TV as a VJ: she hosted the show ''Thagaval Dot Com'' in Kalai Malar. Her first serial was ''Khakki''. She has played a variety of roles, ranging from an auto driver in the serial ''Thendral'' to an IT project manager in ''Office''. She won 4th place in a cooking reality show Reality television is a genre of television programming that documents purportedly unscripted real-life situations, often starring ordinary people rather than professional actors. Reality television emerged as a distinct genre in the early 1990s ... ''Kitchen SuperStar'' of Star Vijay. She was also a finalist of the show ''60 Nodi, Are you ready?''. Acting credits Films Television References External links * * Living people Indian television actresses 1987 births Actresses from Thiruvananthapuram Tamil actresses Act ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Anthony Daasan
Anthony Daasan is an Indian folk singer currently working in the Tamil film industry. He is known for contributing a powerful voice to fusions of Tamil folk, country, jazz, electronica and rock styles. Before this phase of playback singing, he worked as a travelling festival folk singer, collaborating with players of Nadaswaram, Thavil and Thappu, dancers and acrobats among others. He has performed with influential movie industry veterans such as Usha Uthup. Apart from his musical performances, he has also made cameo appearances in Tamil films, particularly in songs he sang, notably in a cameo as a gangster in the Karthik Subbaraj directorial, ''Jigarthanda''. He was also featured in '' The Dewarists'', a musical television series in India, partly a music documentary and a travelogue. Biography Originally from Reddypalayam, a small town in Thanjavur. He has a traditional musician-family background without formal training, except daily practice, supporting his family with ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Imman Annachi
Imman Annachi (born 13th May 1967) is an Indian actor, television presenter, politician and comedian who has appeared in character roles in various Tamil films. Career Imman Annachi made his debut hosting a show named ''Konjam Arattai Konjam Settai'' telecasted in '' Makkal TV''. Imman Annachi made his breakthrough in ''Solluganne Sollunga'' on Adithya TV before moving on to work on the children's TV show ''Kutty Chutties'' on Sun TV. He has done small roles in several films, some of which include '' Neerparavai'' (2012), '' Maryan'' (2013), '' Naiyaandi'' (2013), ''Goli Soda'' (2014), ''Madras'' (2014) and '' Kayal'' (2014). Some of his best-known works are ''Jilla'' (2014), '' Poojai'' (2014), '' Kakki Sattai'' (2015) and '' Puli'' (2015). He got popularity in 2021 as he participated in Bigg Boss(Tamil season 5) as an original contestant and was praised for his humour sense in that show. But he also received hatred for his male chauvinistic attitude towards all the woma ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |