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Siddharth Narayan
Siddharth Suryanarayan (born 17 April 1979), known mononymously as Siddharth, is an Indian actor who primarily works in Tamil, Telugu, and Hindi language films. Apart from acting, he has also been involved in films as a screenwriter, producer and playback singer. He has also been featured in many advertisements. He is a recipient of three Filmfare Awards South and a Tamil Nadu State Film Award. After completing his business management studies, Siddharth chose to work in film making and assisted Mani Ratnam, before going on to make an acting debut in S. Shankar's coming-of-age Tamil film '' Boys'' (2003). The success of the film provided an opportunity to feature in Mani Ratnam's multi-starrer '' Aayutha Ezhuthu'' (2004), before he branched off to receive critical and commercial acclaim in Telugu and Hindi cinema through '' Nuvvostanante Nenoddantana'' (2005), '' Rang De Basanti'' and '' Bommarillu'' (2006). In the late 2000s, he established himself as a bankable lead acto ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Madras
Chennai, also known as Madras ( its official name until 1996), is the capital and largest city of Tamil Nadu, the southernmost state of India. It 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 India and forms the fourth-most-populous urban agglomeration. Incorporated in 1688, the Greater Chennai Corporation is the oldest municipal corporation in India and the second oldest in the world after London. Historically, the region was part of the Chola, Pandya, Pallava and Vijayanagara kingdoms during various eras. The coastal land which then contained the fishing village Madrasapattinam, was purchased by the British East India Company from the Nayak ruler Chennapa Nayaka in the 17th century. The British garrison established the Madras city and port and built Fort St. George, the first British fortress in India. The city was made the winter capital of the Madras Presidency, a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Nuvvostanante Nenoddantana
''Nuvvostanante Nenoddantana'' (; ) is a 2005 Indian Telugu-language romantic comedy film directed by Prabhu Deva in his directorial debut and produced by M. S. Raju under Sumanth Art Productions. The film stars Srihari, Siddharth, and Trisha. The music is composed by Devi Sri Prasad with cinematography by Venu. The film's title was inspired by the song of the same name from '' Varsham'' (2004), sung by K. S. Chithra. The film won nine Filmfare Awards South (including Best Film) and five Nandi Awards. It The film was remade in nine other languages—the highest for any Indian film. The film also has the distinction of receiving most Filmfare awards by any South Indian film. Plot Siri is a traditional rural girl from Andhra Pradesh who was brought up by her elder brother, Sivaramakrishna. Twenty years prior, their rich father married another woman and kicked out the two kids and their mother, humiliating them as they went. Shortly afterwards, their mother died, leaving ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sivappu Manjal Pachai
''Sivappu Manjal Pachai'' () is a 2019 Indian Tamil-language action thriller film written and directed by Sasi. The film stars Siddharth, G. V. Prakash Kumar, Lijomol Jose, and Kashmira Pardeshi, and marks the Tamil film debuts of both Lijomol and Pardeshi. The film is produced by Ramesh P. Pillai under the banner of Abhishek Films. Principal photography of the film commenced in July 2018. The film was released on 6 September 2019 to positive reviews and become a hit at the box office. Plot Madhan ( G. V. Prakash Kumar), is a brash street racer who lives in Chennai with his loving elder sister Raji or Poonai ( Lijomol Jose). They were orphaned in childhood. They are living with their aunt Dhanalakshmi (Nakkalites Dhanam). He has a love interest named Kavin ( Kashmira Pardeshi). Rajashekar ( Siddharth), is a stern traffic police officer. Sparks fly between them in the beginning of the film itself when Rajasekar nabs Madhan on the road for racing and humiliates him in publi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Murali Gopy
Muralikrishnan Gopynathan Nair, professionally credited as Murali Gopy, is an Indian actor, screenwriter, playback singer, lyricist, journalist, author, and music composer who works in Malayalam films. He has written films such as '' Ee Adutha Kaalathu'', '' Left Right Left'', '' Tiyaan'', '' Kammara Sambhavam'', '' Lucifer'', '' L2: Empuraan''. He has won numerous awards including the Filmfare Awards and South Indian International Movie Awards. Career Journalism Murali Gopy joined '' The New Indian Express'' in 1995, immediately after completing PG in Journalism at Institute of Journalism, Thiruvananthapuram, and worked as sub-editor and reporter there. Later, he joined ''The Hindu'', as sub-editor and Features Editor. He then shifted base to UAE, and became chief sub-editor with Arab-Allied Media, Dubai, for the sports magazines ''Cleanbowled'' and ''Sports Today''. In 2008, he was appointed chief editor of MSN India Entertainment. In 2012, he resigned the job to be more ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kammara Sambhavam
''Kammara Sambhavam'' () is a 2018 Indian Malayalam-language epic historical action film written by Murali Gopy and directed by Rathish Ambat. The film was produced by Gokulam Gopalan. The film stars Dileep in the title role cast against type as the villain alongside an ensemble cast of Siddharth, Bobby Simha, Namitha Pramod, Murali Gopi, Shwetha Menon, Manikuttan, Vijayaraghavan, Vinay Forrt and Siddique in supporting roles. Kammara Sambhavam marks the Malayalam film debut of Siddharth. Principal photography began on 18 August 2016 in Kochi. The film was released in India on 14 April 2018. It underperformed at the box office, however, the film later gained a cult following. The film won the National Film Award for Best Production Design. Plot A group of liquor barons, who are members of the Indian Liberation Party (ILP), want the declining party to win the upcoming Kerala state election to benefit their business interests. To raise the ILP's image, they decide to m ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Aranmanai 2
''Aranmanai 2'' () is a 2016 Indian Tamil-language comedy horror film directed by Sundar C. Produced by Avni Cinemax, and distributed by Sri Thenandal Films, it is the second instalment in the ''Aranmanai'' film series following '' Aranmanai'' (2014). The film features an ensemble cast including Sundar, Trisha Krishnan, Hansika Motwani, Siddharth, Poonam Bajwa, Soori, Kovai Sarala, Manobala, Chitra Lakshmanan, Radha Ravi and Vaibhav Reddy. In the film, a man and his fiancée returns to his ancestral home after his father gets in a coma under mysterious circumstances, but takes a turn when he uncovers his family's dark secrets. The film released on 29 January 2016 and received mixed to positive reviews from critics and audiences, and was a sleeper hit at the box-office. Plot The movie starts with the Amman statue that guarded the village against evil spirits and negative energy stored in an underground room during the temple's renovation. At a graveyard close to the temple ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sundar C
Vinayagar Sundar Vel (born 21 January 1968), known professionally as Sundar C, is an Indian actor, filmmaker, and playback singer who predominantly works in Tamil cinema. He has directed over 30 films and received the Kalaimamani#2009, Kalaimamani award. He is one of the most popular and commercial filmmakers in Tamil cinema. His notable films include ''Ullathai Allitha'' (1996), ''Arunachalam (film), Arunachalam'' (1997), ''Unnai Thedi'' (1999), ''Anbe Sivam'' (2003), ''Winner (2003 film), Winner'' (2003), ''Giri (film), Giri'' (2004), ''Kalakalappu'' (2012), ''Theeya Velai Seiyyanum Kumaru'' (2013), ''Aranmanai (film series), Aranmanai Cinematic Universe'' (2014-2024) and ''Madha Gaja Raja'' (2025). Alongside his wife, he produced the television series ''Nandini (TV series), Nandini'' (2017-2018), ''Maya (2018 TV series), Maya'' (2018) and ''Jothi (TV series), Jothi'' (2021). His film production credits include ''Hello Naan Pei Pesuren'' (2016), ''Meesaya Murukku'' (2017), ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kaaviya Thalaivan (2014 Film)
''Kaaviya Thalaivan'' () is a 2014 Indian Tamil-language historical drama film written and directed by Vasanthabalan and produced by S. Sashikanth and Varun Manian under their production companies YNOT Studios and Radiance Media Group. It stars Prithviraj Sukumaran and Siddharth in the lead roles along with Vedhika, Anaika Soti, Nassar, Thambi Ramaiah, Ponvannan, Mansoor Ali Khan and others appear in supporting roles. Music composed by A. R. Rahman. Set in the early 20th century, the film is about the lives of two theatre artistes and the competition that exists between them in a small drama troupe. The project was announced by YNOT Studios in September 2012, and principal photography of the film was commenced on early June 2013. The soundtrack and background score were composed by A. R. Rahman; while cinematography was handled by Nirav Shah and editing by Praveen K. L. The costume designs were done by Perumal Selvam and Niranjani Ahathian, and Pattanam Rasheed was the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jigarthanda (2014 Film)
''Jigarthanda'' () is a 2014 Indian Tamil-language crime comedy film written and directed by Karthik Subbaraj and produced by S. Kathiresan. The film stars Siddharth, Lakshmi Menon and Bobby Simha, with Karunakaran and Aadukalam Naren in pivotal roles. Gavemic U. Ary was the cinematographer, making his debut in Tamil cinema, and Vivek Harshan was the editor. Santhosh Narayanan composed the songs and background score. The film won two National Film Awards for Best Supporting Actor (Simha) and Best Editing (Vivek Harshan). It was reported to be inspired by the 2006 South Korean film '' A Dirty Carnival''. It was remade in Kannada with the same title (2016), in Telugu as '' Gaddalakonda Ganesh'' (2019), and in Hindi as '' Bachchhan Paandey'' (2022). A spiritual successor titled '' Jigarthanda DoubleX'', was released in 2023. Plot Short film director Karthik Subramani participates in a talent show in order to make his first feature and reaches the semifinal round. T ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kadhalil Sodhappuvadhu Yeppadi
''Kadhilil Sodhappuvadhu Yeppadi'' () is a 2012 Indian Tamil-language romantic comedy film written and directed Balaji Mohan in his feature debut and produced by S. Sashikanth, Nirav Shah and Siddharth under YNOT Studios and Etaki Entertainment, respectively. Based on Balaji's short film of the same name, it stars Siddharth and Amala Paul. The film revolves around the romantic relationship between Arun (Siddharth) and Parvathy (Amala Paul) during their college days. The film was shot in Chennai, Hyderabad and Bangalore within 35 working days. The film features music composed by Thaman S, cinematography is handled by Nirav Shah and editing done by T. S. Suresh. It was partially reshot in Telugu as ''Love Failure'', owing to Siddharth's popularity in Telugu cinema. ''Kadhalil Sodhappuvadhu Yeppadi'' and ''Love Failure'' were released worldwide on 17 February 2012 during the Valentine's Day week and were critically and commercially successful. The film received a nomination for ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Balaji Mohan
Balaji Mohan (born 25 May 1987) is an Indian filmmaker and actor in Tamil-language films. After discontinuing his engineering studies to pursue his passion for becoming a director, he enrolled at a film academy and attended courses and workshops, besides participating in short film contests. After shooting over half a dozen short films, he directed his first full-length film, a romantic comedyKadhalil Sodhappuvadhu Yeppadi based on one of his short films. Early life Balaji was born on 25 May 1987 in Tiruchirappalli. He pursued his schooling at Campion Anglo-Indian Higher Secondary School, Tiruchirappalli, and later joined the Sri Sivasubramaniya Nadar College of Engineering in Chennai for his higher studies, albeit he had decided in 10th grade already that he wanted to become a director. He recalls that his parents bought him a handycam in his third semester, and he made his first short film called ''Velicham'', which was also sent to film festivals and won. Although he had init ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Anaganaga O Dheerudu
''Anaganaga O Dheerudu'' (released internationally as ''Once Upon A Warrior'') is a 2011 Indian Telugu-language fantasy adventure film written and directed by Prakash Kovelamudi in his first mainstream film. It is produced by Walt Disney Pictures and A Bellyful of Dreams Entertainment and stars Siddharth, Shruti Haasan, and Lakshmi Manchu, and Baby Harshitha. The film focuses on the journey of Moksha , a nine-year-old girl with special healing powers, and Yodha , her fierce warrior bodyguard, as they travel to a faraway village to save its children, under the constant menace of the evil witch Irendri. Shruti Hassan and Lakshmi Manchu made their Telugu debut through this film. It features a musical score by Salim–Sulaiman, an ensemble soundtrack by Salim–Sulaiman, M. M. Keeravani, Koti, and Mickey J. Meyer, while cinematography and editing are handled by Soundararajan and Sravan Katikaneni, respectively. The film was released internationally on January 14, 2011, duri ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
