Mohanlal Kannappa Poster gets trolled - Santosh Narayanan in ARM- Salmaan film

 Mohanlal poster of Kannappa the Telugu film is next in line for trollers after release. The earlier poster in which Mukesh Rishi and Brahmaji are seen in it. The two artists, otherwise extremely talented, are seen in get-ups that barely suit them. They are playing tribals who are fiercely protective of Dharma. Kannappa – A True Epic Indian Tale', Manchu Vishnu's most ambitious movie, is a December 2024 release. Its Teaser was unveiled in June.

Directed by Mukesh Kumar Singh, Kannappa stars Vishnu Manchu in the lead role and is slated for release on April 25, 2025. The film, described as a pan-Indian project, is based on a true story and revolves around themes of bravery and devotion. With an impressive budget reportedly between Rs 100 and Rs 200 crores, the mythological action drama is penned by Paruchuri Gopala Krishna, Eshwar Reddy, G. Nageswara Reddy, and Thota Prasad. Expectations are high for this ambitious venture.

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Santosh Narayanan is latest composer from Kollywood to join Bollywood with Salman Khan film Sikandar. Directed by A R Murgadoss. Santhosh Narayanan was born on May 15, 1983 in Thiruchirapalli, Tamil Nadu, India. He is a composer and actor, known for Kalki 2898 AD (2024), Irudhi Suttru (2016) and Master (2021). He is married to Meenakshi Iyer .

Thalapathy son Jason film hero is Sundeep : Singer who `disturbed' A R Rahman wife

 Thalaoathy Vijay's son Jason has narrowed down his selection of the leading man for his first directorial. From what we hear is that it is Sundeep Kishn ( new spelling as per numerology). In Tamil, we have seen him in Dhanush film Captain Miller and Rayaan. He is related to cinematographer Chota K Naidu. Coming from a well to do family, he has produced two films in Telugu. He was part of Lokesh 's debut film Maanagaram. In Hindi he played Major Vikram in TV series The Family Man. Last month there was a news that fans have given him the title People's Star. Though unconfirmed, we hear that ARR son A R Ameen is scoring the music.Lyca is bankrolling the film.

As we took Rahman's name, we would give you a news not related to divorce. A R Rahman sent an invitation to Ram Charan to attend the annual Mushaira Ghazal event at Kadapa Dargah, and Ram Charan fulfilled his commitment. Despite observing Ayyappa Swamy Deeksha, Ram Charan presented prayers, a ‘chadar’, and flowers at the historic Dargah,  As per 41 day Ayyappa penance, one should not visit the graveyard or attend a funeral wearing the holy mala ( necklace). Dargah is considered a graveyard of the Saint. If one is forced to attend a funeral, then the mala is kept aside and 41 day penance broken.

Two things have come out of the A R Rahman - Saira divorce. Rahman only wanted a good looking educated girl to take care of his mother and his children and home after marriage. He had spoken about it in his interview. Secondly Saira is a Kutchi Muslim and her marriage was conducted without any Meher being agreed upon if the marriage ends in a divorce. In such circumstance the courts will give 50 % of the hubby's assets to wife as settlement. The lawyer put it at Rs 1000 crores for Saira. Going through the interview, it remains a mystery as what could go wrong as Rahman had made it clear that he wanted was a person to be a housewife and not demanding any time from him. “I want a simple wife — someone who wouldn’t give me much trouble so I could carry on doing my music.” He chuckled as Simi reminded him of his other specifications: “Some education, some beauty, and loads of humility.”m this is all he wanted.

Rahman bought a house in UK to st up home but Saira came back to Chennai as she felt lonely. Three children have rallied behind Saira, is evident from the public talks that have come up. Though speculative in nature, insiders point out to involvement with  a singer who has roots abroad. Her involvement with the composer was extra more than usual as per those in the know.

Rahman was part of the Maajja's ambitious goal of promoting Tamil music on a global scale. When the music composer Santosh and his daughter- singer Dhee and rapper Arivu blamed the organisation for not paying any money for song Enjaami that minted money, ARR issued a clarification that he was not in the organisation for getting money.

Andhagan Anthem not mine- Santosh Narayanan - Ajith in KGF universe a fake story

Music Industry is shocked that a music label like Sony Music has been accused by a top notch music composer Santosh Narayanan of altering the lines and music arrangement and releasing it. The Andhagan Anthem released in Chennai is according the film composer, not his work and says that Sony has tampered with it and released a version that he did not conceive. Those in know of Music industry functioning say that the Master recording of the film’s songs are with the music label and it has all the right to alter it as it pleases. In this case, many feel that the anthem which was sung by Anirudh was created at last minute after roping in Prabhu Deva as conceptualizer. The song would not have figured in the master recording of the film that Santosh Naryananan had given. As the anthem release was well publicized due to Thalapathy releasing it, Santosh could have raised an objection with Sony about the content. As he was not at the event, Sony would have told him that they were going ahead with the content much before.

The talk of Ajith and Prasanth Neel working on a KGF 3 is pure fiction says our trackers. Neel is full steam on NTR film that will start in August. As Prabhas might dole out dates in pieces, Neel would take it up id he is free and if not, Prithviraj will be the stand in Director. About NTR Jr, it seems Bobby Deol is on board for Devara. Already Saif Ali Khan is the villain and Jhanvi Kapoor is heroine. Director Siva Koratala.

Sarpatta Paramparai review- Time to celebrate for movie lovers

 

The perfect casting has won the battle for Pa Ranjith sports drama Sarpatta Paramparai. Next is the dialogues, cinematography and especially the music ( Santosh Narayanan) that acts as a vehicle to take the story forward. The presence of Pa Ranjith ideology lingers in the film but it is visible only to those who are aware of it. It is not thrust upon you. Art Director Ramalingam does a fine job along with costumer as the film is set in 70's.

One cannot say that the story plot is novel. The clash of two sporting clubs ( here called the paramparai) and their heroes with hangers on and know all coaches has come before on screen. The under dog wins and then goes off the radar to make a comeback is also not new. The chinks are  the one sided slant in character  glorification of the protagonist and the antagonist being just painted a bad guy happens here too. When there is a mother- wife and friend to travel with  the hero in all times, the antagonist has only a manager  and friends who come only in bits and pieces. A bit more fleshing of the antagonist  Vembuli ( Kokken) and his inner circle could have elevated the movie to another level.

The bulging midriff  and out of shape Arya ( protagonist) being brought back to shape by a Beedi Rayappan , a fisherman and described as a Guru to many boxers is another character that is sprung on you with no background at all. At the same time the Dancing Rose character that is shown as an ex boxer and a hanger on taking an avatar that was kept under wraps is a well played twist in the flow of events.

The women characters in the film are no silent spectators and have their voice of their own. The actors who played these roles look (very important) and their body language, slang added makes them real. A far cry from the women characters seen in recent films that was on life in North Madras. It is a cakewalk for Pasupathy to play the no nonsense coach, Even John Vijay as Daddy the Anglo- Indian charachter lingers on . 

Arya has slogged hard for the role and it shows in his work. Physically looking and behaving like a boxer apart, the emotional scenes have him give the right amount of acting that is needed. His skin colour that would have stood  out like a sore thumb but his costumes  and the lighting – camera angles cover it up efficiently.

After Soorarai Pottru, Tamil film lovers got to see a good film and made them happy that they had got their money worth by subscribing to OTT platform. Also the second time, theater goers missed the Big Screen experience. It is a movie that is to be celebrated with an audience in a movie hall.