Wednesday, May 5, 2010

SIX SINGERS CLASH

SIX SINGERS CLASH


A press note from the Saibaba Telefilms Pvt. Ltd., states that it has just concluded the mega audition in Chennai for the musical reality show - Talented Singers Wow Musical Icons.
The audition was conducted across Tamil Nadu and several singers were selected. The final audition was held in Chennai at the Benzz Park Hotel. Singers Vijay Yesudas, Srilekha, Mathangi, Devan, Anupama and Madhu Balakrishnan were the judges at this event.

According to the press release, “A first of its kind, the show will see six stalwarts of the Tamil music industry competing with each other, heading six teams, each captained by a singer, who has already won the hearts of the people, from other reality shows. The six teams shall be joined by 18 young talented singers - the exceptional few chosen at the Mega Audition. Heading the teams will be the renowned playback singer, Vijay Yesudas accompanied by playback singers, Mathangi, Srilekha, Anupama and Devan and the multi-faceted singer, Madhu Balkrishnan. This will truly be the Clash of the Titans where the Icons of the Tamil music industry will challenge each other to make their team win.

KUSHBOO GETS IT FROM VIJAY

Veluthu Kattu, produced by director SA Chandrasekar, is a movie that is full of debutants. This film’s audio was launched at Sathyam cinemas today. Ilayathalapathy Vijay released the audio and Kushboo received the first copy from him.

Speaking at the event, Parthiban said that he is glad that all the cases against Kushboo were quashed by the Supreme Court. He added that it is pleasure to hear that the lady is being considered for the MLC post and he would be happy if it turns out to be true.

RAAVANAN’S RELEASE BEFORE PLANNED DATE

The audio of Raavanan was slated for release on May 5th and the fans were eagerly waiting for the D-day. However, music shop owners say that audio CDs were available a day prior to the planned release date making the fans happy. The music scored by AR Rahman has turned out to be great hit among the music buffs already, according to shop owners in Chennai. There are also reports flowing in that the CDs are being sold like hot cakes.

It is worth mentioning here that the audio of the Hindi version of this movie was released a few days ago and it has become a huge hit.

REASON BEHIND AJITH'S CHENNAI VISIT

Sources say that actor Ajith will come down to Chennai on a short visit tomorrow. It is well-known that he is camping in Europe to take part in the Formula 2 car race. So what is this sudden visit all about?

Enquiries in Kollywood reveal that Ajith’s presence was required to discuss the next venture that he plans to do with ace director Gautham Menon. Sources say that the two are meeting discreetly to discuss the actor’s 50th film. Ajith is expected to fly back as soon as the discussions are over.

"CHIYAAN" TO ENDORSE MANAPPURAM BRAND

Kollywood Super Star Chiyaan Vikram has signed with Manappuram General Finance and Leasing Ltd as their Brand Ambassador for Tamil Nadu. Vikram is the most credible, marketable and hugely popular film star not only in Tamil Nadu but across the globe where south Indians, especially Tamils live.

V P Nandakumar, Chairman, Manappuram Finance said. “It is an honor to welcome “Chiyaan” Vikram to help promote Manappuram in Tamil Nadu”. Manappuram Finance is the first NBFC in Kerala to get a short term rating of A1+ from ICRA and a long term rating of LA+ from ICRA for its working capital limit of Rs. 6 billion under BASEL II norms.”

Manappuram Finance has over 1,080 branches across 15 states. "Gold is the rural credit card especially for millions of people who are working in the informal economy,'' said “Chiyaan” Vikram adding that he was delighted to be part of the Manappuram Family as their brand ambassador.

A new regional approach to marketing of products will be made with more focus on regional communication strategy. To expand its business footprints in various states, Manappuram Finance is currently in the process of signing up well known celebrities across India to be the face of Manappuram Brand, according to Mr. I. Unnikrishnan, Managing Director, Manappuram Finance.

He also added that, in Tamil Nadu “Chiyaan” Vikram will join super stars namely, Mohan Lal In Kerala, Puneet Rajakumar in Karnataka, and Victor Venkatesh in Andhra Pradesh to endorse its various products in South of India.

Wednesday, April 28, 2010

Music Launch of ‘Baana’

The music of ‘Baana’ directed by Badri Venkatesh starring Adharva and Samandha, will be launched on 30th May, morning at 9:30, at Shantham, Satyam Cinemas.

Produced by the famous Sathyajothi Films, the guest list for the movie includes Rama Narayanan, Abirami Ramanathan, V C Guhanathan, Sarath Kumar, Radha Ravi, Kalipuli G.Sekharan, Hansraj Saxena, Director Vikraman, Sivasakthi Pandian

Reminding our readers, hero Atharva is the son of hero Murali and Samantha is a new comer who’s done Trisha’s role ‘Jessie’ in Vinnaithandi Varuvaya’s Telugu version.

Seeman thanks Amitabh

Filmmaker and president of Naam Thamizhar organisation Seeman today thanked Amitabh Bachchan for saying he never wanted to hurt the sentiments of Tamils.

After a Tamil group picketed his house protesting his taking part in Indian International Film Awards (IIFA) in Sri Lanka, Amitabh Bachchan wrote on his blog that he had no intention to hurt the feelings of anyone.

He also wrote that he beckoned personnel from Wiz who own and conduct IIFA to come and meet him to discuss the issue and give it due importance.

Reacting to this, Seeman said in a statement today: "I thank Amitabh for coming forward to share our sentiments. Other actors too should follow the suit. I request the actor to fight with us for the cause of Tamils."