After Nayanthara posted a scathing letter to Dhanush on social media, calling out his reaction after they used a three-second footage from the film 'Naanum Rowdy Thaan', social media has now been divided into two groups. While some support Nayanthara, others support Dhanush's actions. Now, in the midst of this, director-producer SS Kumaran has issued a letter against Vignesh Shivan, alleging that the title 'LIC' was actually registered with him (Suma Pictures) in 2015, and no permission was given to Vignesh regarding its use. SS Kumaran calls out Vignesh Shivan Kumaran, in his letter, wrote that the director had used the title for his Pradeep Ranganathan film without any permission. In the letter released on Saturday afternoon, he wrote, “Dhanush has served you a legal notice for using three seconds of footage without his permission. However, your husband has used the title 'LIC' for his film, even though he knew that it was registered under my production house. He asked me for permission through someone, and I had not granted it. Still, he went ahead and marketed the film as 'LIC'. How do you justify this?” ‘You trampled over me as I’m a small producer’ He further continued and shared that he was trampled over because he is a small producer and wrote, "You patiently waited for two years for permission from someone who was more powerful than you to use that footage, but you trampled all over me as I’m a small producer. That has really upset me, and you need to answer for that in God's forum. I have gone through so much emotional turmoil and pain because of what you did, and it has affected my film as well." ‘Terrible trend you and your husband are trying to set‘ He continued and further wrote, "Every filmmaker spends time and money on his films, and if you want to use anything for your business purposes, you need to understand that you must take permission legally and through the correct procedures. You are not doing anything for free; you are trying to use our footage/title for free, which is a terrible trend you and your husband are trying to set in the film industry." About 'Love Insurance Kompany' 'Love Insurance Kompany' is an upcoming Indian Tamil-language science fiction romantic comedy film directed by Vignesh Shivan. The movie is jointly produced by Rowdy Pictures and Seven Screen Studio. It features Pradeep Ranganathan, S. J. Suryah, and Krithi Shetty in lead roles, supported by a talented cast including Yogi Babu, Gouri G. Kishan, Mysskin, Seeman, Anandaraj, Sunil Reddy, Sha Ra, Muhammed Rasool, and Edin Rose.
16 November,2024 05:36 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentLady superstar Nayanthara, who awaits the release of her Netflix documentary 'Nayanthara: Beyond the Fairytale' wrote an open letter to Dhanush, calling him out for sending a legal notice of Rs 10 crore, over the use of ‘Naanum Rowdy Dhaan’ footage. The ‘Jawan’ actor comprehensively detailed her thoughts and shared them on Instagram. View this post on Instagram A post shared by N A Y A N T H A R A (@nayanthara) Dhanush sends Rs 10 crore legal notice to Nayanthara Nayanthara wrote, “What’s even more shocking is your legal notice after the release of the trailer of the Netflix Documentary. We were startled to read those lines wherein you questioned the usage of some videos (just 3 seconds) which were shot in our personal devices and that too BTS visuals that are already very much publicly present on social media and claimed a sum of Rs.10 crores as damages for the mere 3 seconds. This is an all-time low from you and speaks so much about your character. I wish you were half the person you portray to be on stage in audio launches in front of your innocent fans but clearly you do not practice what you preach, at least not for me and my partner.” Nayanthara calls Dhanush ‘vile’ She added, “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. The words you said pre-release have left some unhealable scars to us already. I learnt through film circles that your ego was supremely hurt after the film became a blockbuster.” About 'Nayanthara: Beyond the Fairytale' The documentary celebrates Nayanthara’s extraordinary film career, showcasing her as a trailblazer who has broken boundaries to pave the way for the future generation of female talent. Featuring accounts from friends and colleagues, including Rana Daggubatti, Taapsee Pannu, and Nagarjuna Akkineni, as well as her family and husband, filmmaker Vignesh Shivan, the documentary promises to unmask her unyielding work ethic as an artist and her transformation as a daughter, sister, wife, and mother. It is set to release on November 18.
16 November,2024 01:59 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentThe much-anticipated debut directorial venture of Malayalam superstar Mohanlal, ‘Barroz’, is set to hit the screens this Christmas. The announcement was made by acclaimed director Fazil, who is also the father of actor Fahad Fazil. “‘Barroz’ is poised to create magic, much like Mohanlal’s early hits ‘Manjil Virinja Pookkal’ and ‘Manichitrathazhu’, both of which were released during Christmas,” said Fazil. Interestingly, both those classics were directed by Fazil, with actress Shobana earning a National Award for her performance in ‘Manichitrathazhu’. In ‘Barroz,’ Mohanlal not only directs but also plays the titular role. The ensemble cast includes Maya, Cesar Lorente Raton, Kallirroi Tziafeta, Tuhin Menon, and Guru Somasundaram. The film’s soundtrack is composed by Mark Kilian, with songs by young musical prodigy Lydian Nadhaswaram. The cinematography is handled by ace cameraman Santosh Sivan, and production is backed by Antony Perumbavoor, known for his big-budget ventures. Shot in 3D, the production of ‘Barroz’ commenced in 2021 but faced interruptions due to the resurgence of Covid-19. Filming took place in various locations within Kerala, across India, and internationally. The project, made on an extravagant budget exceeding Rs 100 crore, is one of the most expensive films in the history of Malayalam cinema. The storyline revolves around Barroz, a mythical guardian entrusted with protecting a treasure left behind by the Portuguese explorer Vasco Da Gama. For over four centuries, Barroz awaits the rightful heir to claim the treasure. The unique premise, coupled with Mohanlal’s direction, has generated significant buzz in the industry. Initially slated for an Onam release, the film faced delays due to its scale and complexities. However, Fazil’s recent announcement has confirmed that ‘Barroz’ will officially be released on December 25, making it a highly anticipated Christmas treat for fans of Mohanlal and Malayalam cinema. 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
16 November,2024 09:21 AM IST | Kochi | IANSKanguvaU/A: Action, fantasyDir: SivaCast: Suriya, Bobby Deol, Disha PataniRating: 1.5/5 Well, it’s bit of a reductive thought to assume that a movie is a story. Only a story is a story. A movie is an experience, isn’t it? Let me briefly take you through this experience then. Rather than let you in much on this picture’s plot, that is so barren, there’s nothing you can farm on it anyway. Hence, I plonk myself in the front row of the first show of this film, i.e.Kanguva (literally, man with power of fire). Few theatre owners are intuitive enough to recognise that the cinema’s first row, unlike all the others behind it, deserves permanent recliner seats—for you to suitably lie down, put your legs up, and allow the eyes to travel easier, upwards and sideways of the screen, that’s right over your head. The newly opened Miraj Cinema in Wadala, Mumbai, offers this simple luxury/courtesy. Only one other (PVR) screen, in Juhu, does the same. This Miraj used to be Big Cinemas IMAX for the longest—until it couldn’t survive the onslaught of the pandemic. It’s returned to Mumbai, totally jazzed up with interiors sufficiently renovated. I’m one of its early customers. The excitement is understandable. The screen opens to long sequences from pre-history, with tribes from centuries ago, mumbling to each other about how there’s no such thing in life as coincidence. Everything is destined. The screen switches over to the present, which is what, if not the futuristic sci-fi—set in a research centre in Russia, from where a boy, who was a guinea pig for a cerebral experiment, runs away. Straightaway, he slips into a desi maal-gaadi (goods’ train) that, we learn later, brings him down to Goa! These Goa portions are young, hip, with two hot bounty hunters, Disha Patani, Suriya, along with bumbling assistant, Yogi Babu, Tamil cinema’s omnipresent Johnny Lever—chilling on beaches, bathtubs, dancing, singing, when they aren’t out to nab criminals, on behalf of local cops. The song is titled YOLO, as in You Only Live Once, which sounds illogical. Don’t you die only once, but live every day? Or YOLO means you’ve got only one life! That rings even more untrue for a film that is effectively about reincarnation. But these aren’t the thoughts going through my head. I’m thoroughly lapping up the 3D of Kanguva as various objects—ice cubes, shards of glass, gems, coins—dart through the eyes. The projection captures the overall 3D, remarkably. That’s because, at no point does the movie ever descend into semi-darkness. The screen is always well-lit. Night scenes, or dim lights in general, in a 3D movie, is a common mistake, when eyeglasses have darkened the projection so much, that you can barely catch much, eventually. Only thumb-prints on your lens show. Also, the bass in the theatre is thumping through my bum. The sound feels as immersive as the vast vistas for visuals, for the perfect eye-to-screen distance. God, I’ve missed this Wadala multiplex—that had India’s first IMAX screen. An elixir of life for film buffs in Mumbai’s eastern suburb—also, the preferred venue for some of the biggest premieres in Bollywood (3 Idiots, Black, Paa, Saawariya, etc). Why spend so much time discussing a theatre? Well, what is cinema, if not the cinema, first, no? The makers of Kanguva know this. Therefore, they’ve reportedly pumped in around R350 crore on this film, chiefly on the production. As you can tell, all through—with the VFX, action, choreography, photography, production design… Basically the whole movie as a series of money-shots. Pull out their list of technicians, and you can safely hand them most of the year’s top technical category awards. Director Siva has taken equal credit for story and screenplay. He needn’t have bothered. At the centre of this gigantic enterprise is, of course, Suriya, looking every bit the strikingly broad, six-pack action star, meant to pull in audiences. Yeah, he’s given it his all. For what? Let’s see. There are two Suriyas for the price of one. The hero flits between the years 2024 and 1070. But remains chiefly in the latter. Romans are apparently attacking his island, but he’s busy fighting the villain from the neighbouring tribe—that is half-man, half-beast, perennially growling Bobby Deol, with a thick furry cape, as if there’s another man stuck to him from behind. The hero and a little boy are related from their previous birth. I asked my co-viewers to explain some of the befuddling details of this past, that is supposedly essential to the plot. None could help. So, it’s not just me, seeming lost, for the never-ending film’s terrible Hindi dub, in the first place. Think of Kanguva as an SS Rajamouli tentpole (Baahubali, RRR). More likely, Magadheera, given reincarnation for the subject. Only, without Rajamouli’s master-writer K Vijayendra Prasad’s scripts. Prabhas starrer Salaar (2023) comes closest. Kanguva tops it still. What remains then is Siva-Suriya’s screechy, soulless, senseless, cent per cent stunning spectacle. Can I not just revel in the perfect sound and seat, marvelling at dead humans piled up to form a mountain, in one scene; or the brilliant fight-plus-dance over Shiva’s tandav, in the other? Yeah, I could—carry on watching in admiration, feeling nothing. In fact, I did. Just unsure of my mental health, at the moment.
16 November,2024 07:23 AM IST | Mumbai | Mayank ShekharIt was just yesterday when Suriya's magnum opus 'Kanguva' was released. The fantasy action-drama movie started on a decent note, earning about Rs 40 crore on day 1 at the box office. The film's early morning shows faced technical issues that led to nearly an hour’s delay for the shows to start. Directed by Siva, the film received a decent welcome from the audience, considering the technical errors faced. Early calculations suggested that the movie earned Rs 40 crore gross worldwide. For a movie of that stature, though it’s a decent start, it is also worrisome to see such an ordinary day 1 collection. According to tracking website Sacnilk, 'Kanguva' is said to have earned approximately Rs 22 crore nett at the domestic box office on its Day 1 (November 14). The Tamil version of the film recorded an occupancy of 37.25 percent. Details about Suriya-starrer 'Kanguva' Trailer Released just four days before the film's release, the 'Kanguva' trailer is indeed a visual treat. Packed with intense action and a mind-blowing background score, the trailer introduces the audience to both worlds of the film, tracing a story that spans the past and present. It showcases stylized futuristic sequences alongside rustic prehistoric scenes, creating a perfect blend of mystical prehistory and futuristic science fiction. Superstar Suriya looks absolutely different. Moreover, the trailer promises yet another outstanding offering from the South film industry. Last seen as Rolax in the blockbuster 'Vikram' and in other films like 'Jai Bhim' and 'Soorarai Pottru', Suriya packs a punch in 'Kanguva', riding high on back-to-back successes with his mega pan-India stardom. More about the movie 'Kanguva' 'Kanguva' is the biggest and most expensive film of this year, with an estimated budget of over Rs 350 crore, surpassing major films like 'Pushpa', 'Singham', and several other big titles. Additionally, the film has been shot across seven different countries on various continents. The makers had a very specific vision in mind, as this unique film delves into the prehistoric period. They hired Hollywood experts for technical aspects like action and cinematography. The film includes one of the biggest war sequences, featuring over 10,000 people. Studio Green has partnered with top distribution houses to release the film on a massive scale worldwide.
15 November,2024 09:02 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentAs soon as Matka’s trailer was unveiled, speculation arose that the Varun Tej-starrer was based on the life of Ratan Khatri, who had taken Mumbai by storm in the ’60s with matka gambling. However, writer-director Karuna Kumar dismisses the rumour. To him, Khatri’s life was only the starting point as he set out to offer a fictional take with the Telugu film. “Matka is not based on Ratan Khatri’s life story. It’s completely fictional. My film is inspired by the events that occurred in his life between 1958 and 1982; based on that, I have written a [dramatised] script. I want to tell the audience about the game of matka and the Godfather who made it big,” starts the director. Karuna Kumar Kumar has set his crime drama in Visakhapatnam. Spanning three decades, Matka traces how Tej’s character Vasu goes from a nobody to the kingpin of the gambling network across the country. The director reveals that the unit created an elaborate set replicating Visakhapatnam of the ’60s at Ramoji Rao Studios in Hyderabad. “In those days, Vizag was a fishing village. I processed and recreated more than 3,600 images from that period. We used some of them as the ads appearing on billboards, in certain scenes. Others were used as references to study the hairstyles or architecture of those days. My wife is from Vizag, which is a base for matka gambling. [A member of] my wife’s family knew somebody from the gambling network. So, that helped with the research,” he says, adding that the movie was also shot at real locations in Visakhapatnam, Kakinada and Mumbai. In Tej, the director found the perfect actor to show the rise and fall of a gambling king. “Varun is a down-to-earth and hard-working actor who fit the role perfectly. His character grows old in the film, and we used a lot of prosthetics for that look. Since Varun was brought up in Chennai and then shifted to Hyderabad, he didn’t know the Vizag culture at all. We did many workshops and look tests before shooting the film.” Kumar is equally impressed by Nora Fatehi, who makes her Telugu debut with the movie. “She learnt all her Telugu dialogues before coming on the set; we didn’t have to dub for her,” he says.
14 November,2024 05:30 PM IST | Mumbai | Upala KBRSobhita Dhulipala is gearing up for one of the most special days of her life—her wedding with the Telugu star Naga Chaitanya. Sobhita, known for her chic choices in fashion, style and a classic example of grace and poise is planning to give a personal touch to her wedding by getting it all done by herself, and not taking help of a stylist, which is very common with Bollywood celebs. Also, its an attempt to keep everything closer to Telugu culture. Sobhita Dhulipala to choose her own wedding outfit According to a source, she is planning to choose her wedding outfit without a stylist, “Sobhita Dhulipala has chosen her wedding trousseau on her own without a stylist's help ,” shared the source. “She has been shopping with her mother at old local shops in Andhra Pradesh, and a few regions of Telangana and Tamil Nadu which are popular for authentic and traditional fabrics for sarees from the land. She believes in giving a personal touch to the big day and so she has been discussing her outfits with the designers just as she wants them to be,” source concluded. Naga Chaitanya and Sobhita Dhulipala got engaged in a traditional ceremony a few months ago. The couple also shared pictures from the joyous occasion on their respective Instagram handles. Chay and Sobhita are set to tie the knot soon in the presence of their family and friends. The actress has been giving sneak peeks at several traditional pre-wedding functions that were held at her house on her social media account. Sobhita dazzled in a luxurious Kanjivaram silk saree for ‘Pasupu Danchatam’, a cherished Telugu ritual, heralds the start of the wedding celebrations. The simple and stunning traditional silk saree Sobhita donned for the wedding ritual was gifted to her by her mother-in law Lakshmi Daggubati (Naga Chaitanya’s mother). About Sobhita and Naga Chaitanya's wedding venue According to sources, the couple has reportedly chosen Annapurna Studios as the venue for their wedding celebrations, so that they can celebrate the spiritual energy and seek the blessings of Naga Chaitanya’s late grandfather, the legendary actor Akkineni Nageswara Rao (ANR). Annapurna Studios, a place that holds deep sentimental value for the Akkineni family, has long been a symbol of their legacy in the Telugu film industry. It is here that ANR’s statue stands as a tribute to his immense contribution to both cinema and the family’s heritage. Sources close to the couple have suggested that Naga Chaitanya feels that beginning his marital journey by seeking the blessings of ANR at this iconic location would carry immense significance. While these details are still unofficial, many believe that this gesture reflects Naga Chaitanya’s desire to honor his family legacy and receive ANR’s blessings as he embarks on this new chapter with Sobhita. As the buzz continues to grow, fans are left to wonder what other surprises Chaitanya and Sobhita have in store for their big day. Will Annapurna Studios be the venue for a grand celebration, or will it remain a quiet space for more intimate moments?
14 November,2024 03:26 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentThis morning, the nation woke up to the biggest film of the year, Kanguva, now releasing on the big screen. The film starring Suriya in the lead has generated phenomenal buzz and is ready to set new records. The excitement has truly taken over, with audiences flocking to theaters in large numbers and reactions pouring in. As the morning shows of the film sell out, fans have taken social media by storm, expressing their love for Kanguva. From what they loved about the film to what did not impress them, netizens have shared their feedback and thoughts on the film after watching it on the first day of release. Suriya's performance, Bobby Deol's epic entry win hearts, screenplay not much "Kanguva Review: It's an epic Blockbuster.💥🔥#Suriya and #BobbyDeol's best movie till date and #DishaPatani also looks so hot.🌟⭐🔥👌Top tier BGM, faceoff sequence execution and VFX & visuals top Notch 👍Don't miss this...💐💐🔥#KanguvaBookings #KanguvaFromNov14 #Kanguva" https://x.com/sudhiryadvv/status/1856869710500884506?s=46 "Movie vera level🔥🥵🏆Siva has made a strong comeback! It’s a must-watch in theaters for its stunning visuals. As always, Suriya’s acting is outstanding.DSP BGM kangu kangu kanguvaaa🔥Racey Screen Play🔥My rating 4/5Blockbuster #Kanguva 🏆🏆🏆🏆" https://x.com/_desperado45/status/1856897779362402815?s=46 "#Kanguva Review: A SPECTACULAR MASTERPIECE! 🔥#Suriya & #BobbyDeol's finest film so far, and #DishaPatani looks stunning 🥵Supreme BGM, intense face-off scenes, and next-level VFX & visuals. 👌" https://x.com/mohd_asjad_/status/1856870260890382802?s=46 1st half overSurya acting too over the top !!Overacting thaanga mudiyalaPresent portions garbagePeriod portions okay#kanguva — BalaKrish (@naanSAP) November 14, 2024 #Kanguva first half: Already radiating blockbuster energy 🔥🔥⭐⭐⭐⭐5/5!! #FirstHalf#Suriya #DishaPatani #BobbyDeol#KanguvaFDFS #Kanguvareview pic.twitter.com/aSY4qfD6wB — Mohit sharma 🚩🇮🇳 (@realmohitpandit) November 14, 2024 Predictable screenplay, says a netizen: #Kanguva First Half2024 சீன்ஸ் முழுக்கவே cringea இருக்கு. யோகி பாபுவ சுத்தமா utilise பண்ணல. கங்குவா போர்ஷன் கொஞ்சம் நல்லா போகுது! Predictable screenplay. Visuals and BGM are top notch. #Surya performance is really amazing!#KanguvaFDFS3D #கங்குவா #KanguvaFDFS pic.twitter.com/kiZnbXxyJP — Dharsh (@DharshOfficial) November 14, 2024 Kanguva ⚔️🦅 #blockbuster 🔥@ThisIsDSP DSP music 🤯💥 backbone of movie terrific background bgm 🫡#kanguva #KanguvaFDFS #dsp #Dspmusic #DSP — Deepak P (@DeepakP20263519) November 14, 2024 A fan also shared a detailed pros and cons list of the film: #kanguva | Firsthalf | Average 😮💨Pros: - suriya acting is good showing a difference francis and kanga - cinematography top notch #vetri nailed it - art work , makeup department hard work clearly visible in the screen kudos , vfx is too good - yolo song visualisation… — KUDALINGAM MUTHU (@KUDALINGAM49671) November 14, 2024 About Kanguva ‘Kanguva’ is the biggest and most expensive film of this year. With an estimated budget of over 350 crore, it's bigger than the likes of Pushpa, Singham, and several other big films. Moreover, the film has been shot across seven different countries on various continents of India. The makers had a very specific look in mind, as this is a very unique film showing the prehistoric period. The makers hired experts from Hollywood for the technical departments like action and cinematography. The film has one of the biggest war sequences, featuring over 10,000 people. Studio Green has signed up with top distribution houses to release the film on a massive scale across the globe. The film will be released on 14 November 2024.
14 November,2024 11:27 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentActor Rashmika Mandanna, who is set to reprise her role in the much-awaited movie 'Pushpa 2: The Rule', shared an exciting update with fans. Taking to her Instagram Stories on Wednesday, the actress posted two pictures from her dubbing session giving a glimpse into her work on the film. In one of the pictures, Rashmika is seen in the recording studio, busy with her dubbing work. In the second picture, the 'Animal' actress makes a sad face, giving fans a hint of the emotional journey she's going through as she completes this phase of the film's production. Along with the pictures, Rashmika shared a note about why she appeared sad. "Now that the fun and games are over, let's get down to business!! Meaning - 1 Pushpa shoot is almost done. 2. Pushpa: The Rule - dub for first half is over. 3. I am dubbing for the second half and My God! The film's first half is already freaking amazing and the second half is even more so. I am literally short on words. You guys are really really in for a mind blowing experience. I can't wait," read her note. Produced by Mythri Movie Makers and Muttamsetty Media, the film will see Allu Arjun, Rashmika Mandanna, and Fahadh Faasil reprise their roles as Pushpa Raj, Srivalli, and Bhanwar Singh Shekawat. Allu Arjun, the main lead of the film, received a National Film Award for his performance in the first part. The first part of Pushpa showcased power tussles set against the backdrop of red sandalwood smuggling which was directed by Sukumar. The film was earlier scheduled to be released in August. However, in June, the makers locked December 6 as the new release date but now they have preponed the release and it's set to hit the theatres on December 5. 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
14 November,2024 08:11 AM IST | Mumbai | ANIThe most-awaited film of the year 'Pushpa 2: The Rule' has been in the news since it started filming. With 'Pushpa: The Rise' having captivated audiences with its hit song Oo Antava, fans are in for another treat in the upcoming sequel, 'Pushpa: The Rule'. Recently, the makers released a new poster featuring Sreeleela. This time the 'Guntur Kaaram' actress Sreeleela will take center stage in an electrifying new song 'Kissik', dancing alongside Allu Arjun. However, there’s a noticeable difference in her pay compared to Samantha Ruth Prabhu’s earnings for 'Oo Antava'. Sreeleela and her rise to stardom Sreeleela, who has been gaining attention for her strong performances and screen presence in recent films, will reportedly appear in an extravagant, high-energy number in 'Pushpa 2: The Rule'. The song, which is expected to be a highlight of the film, will feature Sreeleela in a glamorous avatar. Known for her magnetic screen presence and chart-topping song, 'Kurchi Madathapetti', alongside superstar Mahesh Babu, the 'Guntur Kaaram' star has become a much sought-after actor in Bollywood. The latest news was that Sree is being considered for the role of the other woman in the sequel to 'Pati Patni Aur Woh'. Recently, excitement grew as a behind-the-scenes image from the shoot surfaced, showing Sreeleela dressed in an elaborate black outfit adorned with jewels, standing beside Allu Arjun in his iconic Pushpa look. The new song is already creating a buzz, and fans are eagerly waiting to see if it will match the success of 'Oo Antava'. Difference between Samantha and Sreeleela's payment Reports indicate that Sreeleela was paid Rs 2 crore for her appearance, while Samantha reportedly received Rs 5 crore for her role in the previous film’s popular item song—a substantial difference, with Samantha’s pay around 60% higher. Before signing Sreeleela, the makers also approached Shraddha Kapoor, who is currently enjoying the success of 'Stree 2'. The actress demanded a fee of Rs. 5 crore, which the makers weren't ready to give, so they started looking for other options, and eventually, Sreeleela was signed. 'Pushpa 2: The Rule' will see the return of stylish stars Allu Arjun, Rashmika Mandanna, and Fahadh Faasil in pivotal roles. Pushpa has become a brand in the country that has set a new benchmark of success. 'Pushpa 2: The Rule' is slated to release in theaters worldwide on December 5th, 2024. Directed by Sukumar and produced by Mythri Movie Makers, the film's music is from T-Series.
13 November,2024 12:36 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentActress Vidya Balan once opened up about a difficult period in her career when she was replaced in several South Indian films. This setback followed the shelving of a highly anticipated project with superstar Mohanlal. An old video of Balan talking about how she was labelled ‘jinxed’ after her first film was shelved has resurfaced online. In the clip, she is heard saying, “In the South, for one and a half years, no matter what I did, it never seemed to materialize. I was labelled 'jinxed' after signing two major Malayalam films, both of which were halted midway, with 50% of the shooting already completed." She added, “When I first did my feature film with Mohanlal in Malayalam, I received 7-8 film offers after my first schedule. The only problem was that the film got shelved after the first schedule. Not only did the film get shelved, but I was also replaced in all the other films. I was labeled jinxed after that. My confidence was deeply affected when I was replaced in all those films. I was even thrown out of a very big Tamil film at the time.” Vidya made her film debut with the Bengali film “Bhalo Theko” in 2003. She ventured into Bollywood with “Parineeta” in 2005. The Pradeep Sarkar-directed musical romantic comedy earned the actress critical acclaim and shot her to instant fame. The National Award-winning actress later appeared in commercially successful films such as “Lage Raho Munna Bhai”, “Bhool Bhulaiyaa”, “Paa”, “Ishqiya”, “No One Killed Jessica”, “Kahaani”, and the biopic “The Dirty Picture.” Most recently, Vidya was seen in Anees Bazmee’s horror-comedy “Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3”, where she reprised her iconic role as the haunting dancer Manjulika. The film marked Vidya’s much-anticipated return to the beloved franchise after her memorable performance in the original 2007 film. “Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3” is the third installment in this popular franchise. In the latest movie, Kartik Aaryan reprised his role of Rooh Baba. He was joined by actors Madhuri Dixit, Sanjay Mishra, Triptii Dimri, and Rajpal Yadav. The horror-comedy was released on November 1. 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
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