Celebrated filmmaker Mani Ratnam, who adapted Kalki Krishnamurthy's Tamil novel "Ponniyin Selvan" into a two-part film saga, says Indian cinema could benefit by translating great literary works for screen. Ratnam said it doesn't get better if a director is able to reinvent a work by a master writer like Kalki. "The fantastic solution is to take literature and make it into films. Tamil is really rich in terms of the literature... Ideally, you'd like to write something that is far above what you do. It makes your job as a director easy... The closer the gap between literature and cinema, the better Indian cinema will be," the filmmaker said at a session on the fourth day of the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) here on Friday. Ratnam, who was in conversation with filmmaker Gautham Vasudev Menon, said he's currently reading Salman Rushdie's novel "Victory City", based on the early days of the Vijayanagar kingdom. "It's stunning, it's like watching a film. The way he (Rushdie) writes, the mixture between fiction, fact and history is so brilliant. It's amazing," he added. Asked if there was any literary character which was close to his real self, Ratnam said, "No one can come anywhere near me. I meant no one could be as confused (as me)." Ratnam, a seven-time National Award-winning artist, said he has always taken inspiration from mythology, be it films "Thalapathi", starring Rajinikanth, or "Ravanan" with Vikram. "Mythology is relevant even today. We can interpret it today, we can relate to it in today's day and time in our issues and problems that continues to fascinate me. If I can find a mirror image here, it pushes me to make it into a film," he added. Recalling his hostel days in Kala Kshetra, the filmmaker said every Friday students there had to attend the dance programme at the venue. "There was always Kathakali which I could never figure out. All of them (performances) dealt with characters which were portrayed as villains normally. "Whether it is Ravana or Karna (in 'Thalapathi'), it was an interesting interpretation which has always been there in South Indian art form. Seeing it from a different perspective." Ratnam also reflected on the use of visual effects (VFX) in cinema today, adding he shot "Ponniyin Selvan" on real locations because he wanted "dust, dirt and sweat" to be visible on people. "Some people do it in VFX. If you're happy with it, good luck to you. I feel VFX helps you when you can't do it in real time. Not the other way around," he added. Asked if "Ponniyin Selvan" could have been a web series, the director said he always imagined it as a full-feature film. He shot the movie in one go but released it in two parts. Ratnam said he wouldn't probably venture into making a web series as it doesn't feel "natural" to him. "Long format storytelling is a completely different art... I'm still very happy struggling with 2.5 hours (of runtime in films). If you give me 6-7 hours to make something, I'll just get lost." The filmmaker, also known for movies such as "Roja", "Bombay", "Dil Se", "Nayakan", and "Kaatru Veliyidai", said he wants his cinema to stand the test of time like Guru Dutt's "Pyaasa". "Something that stays relevant for years to come. That's what I strive for," he added. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
24 November,2024 10:42 AM IST | Mumbai | PTIActor Bobby Deol has finished shooting for his next film featuring veteran actor Nandamuri Balakrishna. According to a source, Bobby wrapped up the shoot on Thursday. The teaser of the film 'Daaku Maharaaj' was recently released, leaving fans extremely excited. The first look video of the film featured NBK, as he is popularly called, in a dacoit avatar, and hence the title, Daaku Maharaj. "Witness the God of Masses like never before!! Presenting the one and only #NandamuriBalakrishna Garu as #DaakuMaharaaj. Here's the much-awaited title teaser. Brace yourselves for the ultimate power-packed experience on Jan 12, 2025 in Cinemas Worldwide (sic)," the makers captioned the post. 'Daaku Maharaaj' will be out in theatres on January 12, 2025. Bobby Kolli directed the film. Meanwhile, Bobby recently came up with 'Kanguva', which also features Suriya. Directed by Siva and produced by Studio Green, 'Kanguva' features epic battle sequences and grand visuals, with the story spanning 1,500 years into the past. The movie stars an ensemble cast, including Disha Patani, Natarajan Subramaniam, Jagapathi Babu, and Yogi Babu. Shot in multiple countries and locations across India, the film reportedly boasts an estimated budget of over Rs 350 crore. Bobby made a remarkable comeback with Animal last year. While speaking to ANI, Bobby shared his thoughts on how this second innings in his career feels and mentioned that for an actor, it's always a journey "full of struggles," but they just have to keep working hard."I just feel very blessed. I feel I'm living a dream. Every actor, there are so many actors out there who, you know, are struggling, and for an actor, it's always going to be a journey full of struggles. You have to keep working hard, never lose your self-belief, be persistent, and always manifest positivity in your life because you might not get everything, but you will reach somewhere in life that will give you a certain level of satisfaction," Bobby shared. Bobby also talked about how his fans have always supported him through thick and thin and shared how one shouldn't just "cry about luck." "So I think that's the way I look at life nowadays. And as I said, I've had fans all my life. My fans have always stood by me, supported my father, my brother, me, and my whole family. And I am, you know, what do I say? I am so grateful for their blessings and for their belief in me. So I guess they were all waiting for me to come back with more sincerity and more self-belief. So that's what I'm doing right now. And that's how things change in life, I think," he said. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
24 November,2024 07:54 AM IST | Mumbai | ANINaga Chaitanya’s much-awaited film 'Thandel' is creating a massive buzz, with excitement reaching new heights, especially following the release of the first song, 'Bujji Thalli'. The track is composed by Rockstar Devi Sri Prasad who is recognised for composing music of 'Pushpa: The Rise', 'Pushpa 2: The Rule' and 'Kanguva'. He has quickly topped the music charts, becoming an instant hit. Featuring Naga Chaitanya alongside Sai Pallavi, 'Bujji Thalli' is a melodic masterpiece that has struck a chord with audiences, setting a chartbuster tone for the film's musical journey. The song has garnered more than 5 million views in a day and is trending at number 1 on YouTube. Makers of 'Thandel' release special poster on Naga Chaitanya's birthday As superstar Naga Chaitanya celebrates his 38th birthday today, the makers of 'Thandel' unveiled a power-packed poster wishing the actor. Holding a heavy anchor in his hand, Naga Chaitanya is seen standing on a ship amidst a fierce rainstorm, his intense expression and powerful stance conveying a sense of danger and determination. This particular action sequence is going to be one of the biggest attractions in the movie. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Geetha Arts (@geethaarts) Naga Chaitanya's character in the film 'Thandel' Naga Chaitanya sports a raw and rugged look with a thick beard and long hair, and he is sure to impress fans with his intense performance. The way he portrayed the role of Thandel Raju will be remembered for a long time in Indian cinema. The film inspired by real incidents is produced by Bunny Vas under the prestigious Geetha Arts banner and presented by Allu Aravind. Shamdat cranks the camera, while National Award-winning technician Naveen Nooli is the editor. Srinagendra Tangala is the production designer. It is an action drama about a fisherman in Srikakulam who gets caught by the Pakistan forces in international waters. The film 'Thandel' is slated for release on February 7th and the team is leaving no stone unturned to build up the excitement. The actor marry on December 4 with actress Sobhita Dhulipala. Fans are excited for their marriage. The marriage will take place in Annapoorna Studios in Hyderabad. Earlier, the actor was married to actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu, but the couple got divorced in 2021.
23 November,2024 01:33 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentA 51-year-old Malayalam actress who had levelled sexual abuse allegations against several male actors, including CPI(M) MLA M Mukesh, on Friday said she was not keen on pursuing her complaints due to "lack of support and protection from the Kerala government". The complainant also alleged "carelessness" on the part of the state government and said she was "mentally exhausted" and therefore, not keen on taking the complaints forward. "I would like to tell everyone that due to the government's carelessness and lack of protection for a woman who has come forward like this, I have suffered more than I can handle. I am mentally exhausted. They are not helping or protecting a woman. "Therefore, I do not want to pursue the cases. It is not because I have compromised with anyone," she told reporters. She claimed she was made an accused in a POCSO case following her complaints against the actors, also including Maniyanpilla Raju and Idavela Babu, and the government did nothing to protect her. "I am innocent. I want justice. I want the POCSO case against me to be probed thoroughly and quickly. If I commit suicide, the government will be responsible for it," she said. Later in the day, she reiterated in a Facebook post what she told reporters in the morning. In the social media post, the woman actor said, "Today, I am planning to make the difficult decision to revoke all cases, including those against MLA, due to the lack of justice in my POCSO case." "Despite my pleas, the police failed to thoroughly investigate, leaving me feeling helpless and betrayed."She further claimed that she was the target of "relentless social bullying" which has taken "a devastating toll" on her mental health as malicious rumours labelled her as a mediator of the sex mafia. "I am standing firm, refusing to be silenced. My demand is clear: resolve the POCSO case first, then I'll proceed with the other cases. Justice must be served. I urge the authorities to take immediate action, ensuring no one else suffers as I have. The POCSO Act 2012 is in place to protect our children. It is time to see it upheld," she said in her post. The Muvattupuzha police had registered the case under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, against the woman actor based on a complaint lodged by her relative. According to the police, the incident occurred in 2014. The complainant has alleged she was a minor at the time of the incident and that the actor was running a sex racket. She has alleged the woman actor was running a sex racket and had taken her to Chennai for a film audition where she was presented before many people for sexual favours. The actor had vehemently denied the allegations and claimed that the woman relative owed her some money, and these allegations were to shift attention from her complaint against the high-profile actors. The actress' allegations against the cinema industry professionals came in the wake of the disclosure of the Justice Hema Committee report which revealed instances of harassment and exploitation of women in the Malayalam cinema industry, prompting calls for action against the guilty. The Justice Hema Committee was constituted by the Kerala government after the 2017 actress assault case. The complete report was placed before the Kerala High Court which directed that it be handed over to the special investigation team (SIT) that was constituted to probe complaints of sexual abuse in the film industry. Subsequently, 26 FIRs were registered by the SIT in connection with the revelations in the report.
23 November,2024 10:10 AM IST | Mumbai | PTIActor Naga Chaitanya, who is set to tie the knot with Sobhita Dhulipala opened up for the first time on his wedding that will take place on December 4 at the family-owned Annapurna Studios in Hyderabad. Naga, who celebrates his birthday on November 23 (today), is excited for his big day. He speaks about what’s going through his mind including the butterflies in his stomach. Naga Chaitanya on his wedding with Sobhita Dhulipala Naga Chaitanya told the Times of India, “There is definitely a lot of excitement, butterflies... not much. Butterflies are only because of the planning and the logistics that are involved on those days, like bringing the guest list together and putting the other details of the wedding together. The wedding will be held at Annapurna Studios, which has a very special sentiment attached to it. It was a conscious decision by the family to have the wedding there in front of my grandfather’s statue and seek his blessings. Our families are excited to come together and celebrate.” Naga Chaitanya’s birthday plans He added, “I like to celebrate my birthday, but keep it low-key, simple and spend it with my close friends and family, doing things that I love. By that I mean, disconnecting for a while, being in my comfort zone, and recharging my mind. This time, too, I am doing the same and spending time with close friends and family in Goa.” When asked if Sobhita has planned anything for him, Naga states, “She leaves all the planning to me, as long as she is there with me that’s good enough for me.” Naga Chaitanya and Sobhita Dhulipala don't want a big wedding Earlier, Nagarjuna told the publication that his son didn’t want a big wedding and Sobhita also preferred it to be just among family and friends. He shared, “They told me to leave the arrangements to them. They wanted to do it their way, and honestly, it was a huge relief! I said, ‘Please do’. Sobhita’s parents were clear about wanting to include all the rituals, and I was completely on board. I find the chants and ceremonies so soothing — they bring a sense of peace. It’s going to be a lovely wedding, simple and heartfelt, just like the couple.”
23 November,2024 09:47 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentSinger-actor Shehnaaz Gill on Friday announced her new Punjabi film. In a post on Instagram, she shared a couple of pictures from the set. In one of the images, she could be seen posing along with veteran actor Nirmal Rishi. In the other image, Shenaaz, dressed in salwar kameez, is seen holding a clapper board. "Starting a new journey today and immensely proud and happy to announce that today we commence the shooting of my Punjabi film with my dream team," she captioned the post. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Shehnaaz Gill (@shehnaazgill) In no time, fans flooded the comment section with congratulatory wishes. "Waheguru mehar kare," a fan commented. "Congratulations...best of luck," another user wrote. While Shehnaaz did not reveal the title and plot of the film, the announcement only was all enough to create excitement among fans. Shehnaaz Gill has acted in films such as 'Honsla Rakh', 'Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan', and 'Thank You For Coming'. She was most recently seen in a dance number 'Sajna Ve Sajna' from Rajkummar Rao's film 'Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video', which also stars Triptii Dimri. She rose to fame with her stint in 'Bigg Boss 13'. Her bond with late actor Sidharth Shukla was quite liked by the audience. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
23 November,2024 08:32 AM IST | Mumbai | ANISai Pallavi and Sivakarthikeyan's recent release 'Amaran' became the worst nightmare for VV Vaageesan, an engineering student from Chennai. The issue escalated so much that Vaaggeesan sent a legal notice to the producers of 'Amaran'. The Tamil film 'Amaran' is based on the life of Major Mukund, an Ashoka Chakra awardee, who died during an operation to counter-terrorism. The film is an adaptation of the book series 'India's Most Fearless: True Stories of Modern Military Heroes' written by Shiv Aroor and Rahul Singh. 'Amaran' is produced by Kamal Haasan under the banner of Raj Kamal Film Productions. 'Amaran' and the lawsuit against it Sivakarthikeyan and Sai Pallavi portray the lead couple Mukund and Indhu. In the movie, there's a scene where Sai Pallavi tosses a crumpled paper at Sivakarthikeyan with her mobile number written on it. But the makers didn't use a fictional or a non-operational number, in reality, the phone number belongs to Vaageesan and it is linked to his bank accounts and official documents. Vaaggeesan has dragged the producers of the film in court and has filed a lawsuit against them. The aspiring engineer is suing them for Rs 1.1 crore. Vaaggeesan described that soon after the film was released on October 31, his phone was flooded with calls and messages and the callers constantly enquired about Sai. Earlier, he could not figure out the reason behind the numerous calls but soon he realised that his phone number had been displayed in the film. Following the trouble, he has demanded compensation for 'untold hardships and mental agony'. He has also asked the makers to remove his number from the film immediately. Vaggeesan further mentions that he has been unable to carry out basic daily activities like sleeping, studying, etc. since the release of 'Amaran'. He also tried reaching out to the film's director Rajkumar Periyasamy and the lead actor Sivakarthikeyan by posting on social media and tagging their accounts but he was disappointed as no one answered his requests. Similar incidents that took place before this case of 'Amaran' This is not the first time that such a case has taken place. Earlier, Nagarjuna Akkineni starrer 'Shivamani' released in 2003, came under scrutiny too when the person owning the number filed a lawsuit against the makers for displaying his phone number without consent causing him immense mental agony.
22 November,2024 05:50 PM IST | MumbaiFilm: All We Imagine as LightCast: Kani Kusruti, Divya Prabha, Chhaya Kadam, Hridhu HaroonDirector: Payal KapadiaRating: 4/5Runtime: 114 min. Payal Kapadia’s celebrated film gives us a glimpse of the multifaceted nature of urban life. From the highs to the lows, the energy to the solitude, the chaos to the beauty— each character within offers a unique perspective on the urban experience. It’s well past midnight and the camera takes us deep inside the chaotic streets of Mumbai, with people bustling and hustling, trying to ready themselves for the next day at work. We hear people talking about their insecurities… and then the camera focuses on a lone woman in a blue sari commuting home by train and therein begins the story. Prabha (Kani Kusruti) a nurse takes yet another train ride home at the end of another long day. Clinging to the pole, She steadies herself as she allows the pungent night air to stir up her senses. For Payal, the night seems like a magical space where anything is possible. There’s aching sadness, loneliness and pain in “All We Imagine as Light” but there’s also a light that heals. Prabha shares her apartment with fellow nurse, Anu (Divya Prabha), who is involved in a clandestine relationship with a Muslim boy, Shiaz (Hridu Haroon). Prabha disaproves given that there’s a lot of gossip about Anu’s inter-faith affair. But Anu scoffs it all off. Then two events occur. First, Anu brings a pregnant cat home and later, a package arrives from Prabha’s far-off husband, containing, an expensive-looking rice cooker. Prabha’s marriage has been in limbo ever since her husband flew off to Germany soon after the ink was dry on the marriage certificate and she has never heard from him since. So it’s no wonder that she feels disturbed by the gadget’s presence in her home. Parvaty, Prabha’s friend has been unceremoniously ousted from her dwelling and it’s up to Prabha to find her a lawyer. Their lives get murkier as time passes. Whether celebrating the vibrancy of city streets or delving into the melancholy of urban solitude, every sequence resonates with the viewer. The women in this story are longing for love and happiness in a world where everything seems impermament. In the film’s third act, Prabha and Anu accompany Parvaty (Chhaya Kadam), on her journey back to the seaside village where she grew up. Parvaty’s seaside village is an oasis where the three women eventually find release. Their individual flights of fancy are what helps transcend this experience to one of high art. There’s poetry and escapism lambent in the depiction but it's what they need that matters. Payal Kapadia’s direction and DP Ranabir Das’ frames serve as reminders that even within the hurly-burly of a bustling metropolis, there is always poetry to be found. Dhritiman Das’ piano score accentuates the melancholia and playfulness inherent in this dramedy of sorts. Kapadia tells us that a new setting could give a person renewed hope. Adding magic realism into that mix was a masterstroke. It made the experience that much more lyrical and redolent.
22 November,2024 05:40 PM IST | Mumbai | Johnson ThomasActress Nazriya Nazim is returning to the Malayalam big screen after four years with 'Sookshmadarshini'. The actress who is known for movies like 'Bangalore Days', 'Om Shanti Oshana', 'Neram', and 'Koode' has been selective with her projects of late. Despite having reduced the number of films she does, Nazriya is still among the most popular and loved actresses of Malayalam cinema. Her project selection have largely proven to be a success. Her last Telugu outing with Nani titled Ante Sundaraniki was also a smash hit. For Sookshamdarshini that was released in theatres today, Nazriya paired opposite the talented Basil Joseph for the first time. The actor/director has had a great run at the box office in recent times and is a bankable movie actor today. Therefore it is no surprise, that Sookshmadarshini directed by Jithin M.C. was among the most highly anticipated Malayalam films of the year. The industry has had a great run at the box office this year with its content driven films. And now, Sookshmadarshini has only boosted the name of the Malayalam film industry, at least that is what the audience reaction reveal. Check out audience reaction to Sookshmadarshini A user wrote, "#Sookshmadarshini - Malayalam Cinema continues its glorious run this year. A fantastic thriller, which gets it’s mood building and atmospherics bang on. Easily one of the best films this year. Go watch in the theatres, before someone posts spoilers. It’s worth it." #Sookshmadarshini - Malayalam Cinema continues its glorious run this year. A fantastic thriller, which gets it’s mood building and atmospherics bang on. Easily one of the best films this year. Go watch in the theatres, before someone posts spoilers. It’s worth it.🔥♥️ pic.twitter.com/Ge9EBUHNzz — Aravind (@Reflections1212) November 22, 2024 A highly intriguing mystery drama that keeps you hooked until the very last minute! With exceptional writing, technical brilliance, and stellar performances, this stands tall as one of the best Malayalam films of the year. Another winner and a must-watch! #Sookshmadarshini - A highly intriguing mystery drama that keeps you hooked until the very last minute! With exceptional writing, technical brilliance, and stellar performances, this stands tall as one of the best Malayalam films of the year. Another winner and a must-watch! ❤ pic.twitter.com/aKEbf0WcY0 — Martin N Joseph (@mnj993) November 22, 2024 Another netizen wrote, "Watched #Sookshmadarshini. A well written mystery thriller with engaging screenplay. Good performances from #BasilJoseph 💎and Nazriya. it's different to see basil in complete serious mode.the second half is so engaging and entertaining. A fully satisfied movie." Watched #Sookshmadarshini 🎬A well written mystery thriller with engaging screenplay✍️🥵Good performances from #BasilJoseph 💎and Nazriya🤍it's different to see basil in complete serious mode🫣the second half is so engaging and entertaining🥵👏A fully satisfied movie 🤍 pic.twitter.com/W2raD96txP — NIKHIL (@NGP_offl) November 22, 2024 Sookshmadarshini boasts a talented supporting cast, including Deepak Parambol, Sidharth Bharathan, Kottayam Ramesh, Akhila Bhargavan, Pooja Mohanraj, Merin Philip, Manohari Joy, Hezzah Mehak, Gopan Mangat, Jaya Kurup, Rini Udayakumar, James, Naushad Ali, Aparna Ram, Saraswathi Menon, and Abhiram Radhakrishnan.
22 November,2024 05:20 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentNaga Chaitanya and Sobhita Dhulipala will tie the knot on December 4. Touted as a simple and intimate wedding, the grand ceremony will be held at the family-owned Annapurna Studios in Hyderabad. Recently, Nagarjuna, who is excited for his son’s wedding shared details ahead of the big day. The tight-knit affair will reportedly have 300-400 family members, closest friends, and colleagues as guests. Naga Chaitanya and Sobhita Dhulipala don't want a big wedding Nagarjuna told Times of India that his son Naga Chaitanya didn’t want a big wedding and Sobhita also preferred it to be just among family and friends. He shared, “They told me to leave the arrangements to them. They wanted to do it their way, and honestly, it was a huge relief! I said, ‘Please do’. Sobhita’s parents were clear about wanting to include all the rituals, and I was completely on board. I find the chants and ceremonies so soothing — they bring a sense of peace. It’s going to be a lovely wedding, simple and heartfelt, just like the couple.” Sobhita Dhulipala to wear a Kanjivaram silk saree For her big day, Sobhita made a stunning choice for her wedding attire, handpicking the Kanjivaram silk saree while shopping with her mother. In keeping with tradition, she is also acquiring a simple white khadi saree woven in Ponduru, along with a matching set for Chaitanya. Naga and Sobhita’s wedding invite A photo of their wedding invitation has gone viral on social media. The invite features the names of their family members and the date of the special occasion. It also appears that the couple has gifted a goodies basket along with the wedding invitation as a gesture of love and respect for their guests. The basket includes a piece of cloth, a wooden scroll, food packets, and various confectionery items. The invitation features images of temples, bells, banana trees, and a cow, adding a personal and cultural touch to the occasion. Naga Chaitanya was earlier married to Samantha Ruth Prabhu. The two tied the knot in 2017 after dating each other for a couple of years. In 2021, Samantha and Naga Chaitanya announced their separation in a joint statement only days before their 4th wedding anniversary.
22 November,2024 10:03 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent‘Lady Superstar’ Nayanthara surprised all by launching a public attack on Dhanush for sending her a legal notice of Rs 10 crore for using 3 seconds of footage from their film 'Naanum Rowdy Dhaan'. Nayanthara was the lead actress of the film while Dhanush was the producer and Vignesh Shivan served as the director. She accused Dhanush of not giving her a NOC despite repeated requests. Amid this public feud, the two were spotted under the same roof as they attended a producer's wedding. Nayanthara and Dhanush come under one roof Nayanthara and Dhanush attended the wedding of film producer Aaaksah Baskaran recently. Nayanthara was accompanied by her husband Vignesh Shivan. The two actors were seated in the front row on two different sofas at extreme ends. The viral clips on social media show how the two actors completely ignored each others presence and only interacted with the other guests. There were other celebrities from the film industry who also attended the wedding including Sivakarthikeyan and Anirudh Ravichander among others. View this post on Instagram A post shared by SATHIYA_S-SQUAD💥 (@sathiya_squad_offical) Aakash Baskaran is a Tamil film producer who launched his own production house named Dawn Pictures in September this year. His first film under the banner will be 'Idly Kadai'. The film is being directed and headlined by Dhanush. Also starring Nithya Menen and Shalini Pandey, the upcoming movie will release in cinemas on April 10, 2025, and will clash at the box office with Prabhas-starrer The Raja Saab. Nayanthara calls Dhanush ‘vile’ in an open letter Last week, Nayanthara stunned everyone with her open letter dedicated to Dhanush, calling out the latter for not letting her use film footage from 'Naanum Rowdy Dhaan' for her Netflix wedding documentary. In the letter, she also accused Dhanush of harbouring a personal grudge against her and her husband, filmmaker Vignesh Shivan. She mentioned that it was a 'low' move to demand Rs 10 crore from them to use a three-second snippet of songs from Naanum Rowdy Dhaan. Describing Dhanush as a "vile" person, she wrote, "It's almost been 10 years since the release of the film, and it is a long time for someone to continue to be this vile while wearing a mask in front of the world. I have not forgotten all the horrible things that you said about the film that was one of your biggest hits as a producer and a film that is loved by all even today. Dhanush has not reacted to Nayanthara's letter yet. For the unversed, ‘Naanum Rowdy Dhaan’ featured Nayanthara opposite Vijay Sethupathi. It was directed by her now husband Vignesh Shivan. Dhanush backed the film under the Wunderbar Films banner in 2015.
21 November,2024 10:40 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
