Vishal Kicks out Director / Mammooty Lucky Charm For HIT FILMS/ Priya is junior actor in Jhanvi film

 According to industry buzz, Ravi Arasu and his team have stepped away from Magudam due to certain issues. Now, Vishal is said to have taken charge of directing the film himself. Sources claim this information was revealed by someone from the crew after a shoot took place under Vishal’s direction. The update has quickly spread across social media, sparking mixed reactions from fans. While some are excited to see how Vishal handles direction, others are critical. They point out a similar situation occurred earlier during Thupparivalan 2, when director Mysskin exited the project and Vishal continued it on his own. With this happening once again, critics feel the recurring issue may not be with the directors but with Vishal. However, there has been no official confirmation from the production team so far. Fans will have to wait and watch whether Vishal truly directs Magudam and how the final product turns out.

Mammootty lends his voice to Moothon, a character whose physical presence is not revealed in Lokah but will come in next instalments us a voice cameo. However fans point out that the Mega Star ‘s film’s songs have proved to be lucky to those who used him. In Lokah Malayalam song "Kiliye Kiliye"  ..from Malayalam revenge thriller Aa Raathri. .. featured Mammootty alongside Poornima Bhagyaraj, Rohini, and Anju is played in the background in a scene. Music is by Illaiyaraaja,

Rekhachithram the first hit of Malyalam cinema features the sing "Devadoothar Paadi." from Bharathan drama Kathodu Kathoram. .. It also played a significant role in the 2022 satirical legal comedy. The original track, composed by Ouseppachan with lyrics by ONV. Mohanlal's character dancing to "Shanthamee Ratriyil," a popular song from Mammooty film1992 thriller Johnnie Walker in 2025 Rs 100 cr club film Thudarum is another example of the lucky charm working. The original song was composed by SP Venkatesh . It was  the first Malayalam song to be choreographed by Prabhu Deva. "Thottu Thottu Pesum" from the 1999 Tamil film Ethirum Puthi m another Mammootty film featured in Ajith Good Bad Ugly. Simran and  Raju Sundaram took part in this song as guest in the original with score by Vidyasagar and Vairamuthu lyrics. In Ajith film Arjun Das and Priya Varrier took part .

Fans are quick to spot Priya Prakash Varrier the wink girl in a scene in Param Sundari featuring Siddharth and Jhanvi. She has a closeup and no dialogues and is part of relatives of Jhanvi in the film. Why this junior artiste role asks fans.

Samantha in race for Allu Arjun - Atlee film / Dushara Vijayan in Vishal film

 Samantha is top on the list of heroines that are to strar in the Allu Arjun- Atlee film. The first choice was Priyanka Chopra but as she is locked in a contract with Rajamouli film, the makers are loking with someone with exposure to International crew. Samantha who has acted in the webseries Citadel is now top priority. Apart from this Jhanvi Kapoor is on the cars as the subject has Allu Arjun in dual characters.

On the biz front, we hear that the project is Rs 800 crores and second to Rajamouli- Mahesh film. The calculation is that it needs to collect 1600 cr in India alone to be a hit. -nRs 330 cr higher than Pushpa 2 which holds the current record at 1265.97 cr.

Sun Pictures dropped a poster recently to mark 6 million+ cumulative views of the announcement glimpse. The poster has a solar eclipse over a desert-like landscape with bold text that says “Gear Up.” People started comparing it to Dune’s promo art — same color palette, same dramatic tone, same eerie vibe.  Now the question :“If he can’t even design a fresh poster, how’s he going to give us a film that makes the country proud?”

Dushara Vijayan next is with Vishal and directed by Etti fame Director Ravi Arasu. It is also produced by Vishal. As per Cinema Express, the upcoming film is a gangster drama which is said to be intense and will be shot on a big scale. The yet-to-be-titled film will go on floors at the end of this month. The shoot will take place in three schedules. More details about the film’s cast, crew and plot are yet to be announced.

Vishal's decision to work on the film puts rumors about him teaming up director Sundar C to rest. Meanwhile, Ravi Arasu was also in talks to direct Kannada actor Shiva Rajkumar’s Tamil debut film as a lead.

Dushara Vijayan is currently enjoying the success of Veera Dheera Soora starring Vikram in the lead. Vishal who is basking in the success of his comedy drama Madha Gaja Raja, has announced that he is teaming up with Gautham Vasudev Menon and Ajay Gnanamuthu for his upcoming projects. He has also confirmed that the long-delayed project Thupparivalan 2 is in the making and will be completed after his collaboration with Gautham Menon.

K Manikandan Kudumbasthan beats Amaran in profits . Madha Gaja Raja final tally . Salaar one year Netflix trending

Kudumbasthan, with a 101% profit, has surpassed the profits registered by Amaran. Starring Sivakarthikeyan and Sai Pallavi, the war biopic registered 83.2% profit at the box office. The next aim for Kudumbasthan will be the fourth most profitable Tamil film of 2024 – Garudan, which registered a profit of 117.5%. Kudumbasthan needs to earn a total of 21.75 crore.The film is also an achievement for the director Rajeshwar Kalisamy who has made his directorial debut with the comedy drama. Interestingly this is the second successful film for the actor K Manikandan who also delivered a success in 2024 with Lover. The Tamil comedy-drama has been mounted on a budget of a reported 10 crore, and it has churned out 101% profit with a total collection of 20.1 crore. In fact, the film has also earned a hit verdict for itself.

Madha Gaja Raja Vishal starrer has completed 35 days at the Indian box office. It enjoyed a glorious run in Tamil, accumulating a total of 47.55 crores net. Following the success of the Kollywood version, it was released in Telugu on January 31, 2025. However, the reception remained lukewarm as Madha Gaja Raja has only accumulated 1.15 crores in the second language.

Salaar 1 Year Trending - Jio Hotstar Hombale Films’ action-packed blockbuster Salaar – Ceasefire has achieved yet another milestone, trending on Jio Hotstar (Formerly known as Disney+ Hotstar) for an incredible 366 days. Directed by Prashanth Neel, the film stars Prabhas, Prithviraj Sukumaran, and Shruti Haasan in a gripping tale of power, brotherhood, and rebellion that has captivated audiences worldwide. From its high-octane action sequences to its intense storytelling, Salaar – Ceasefire redefined cinematic spectacle and continues to dominate streaming platforms, even a year after its release. This sustained success is a testament to the film’s massive fan base and theirunwavering support. On this special occasion, Hombale Films expressed gratitude to its dedicated fans by sending exclusive goodies to 366 lucky fans who have been a part of this extraordinary journey. Their passion and love for Salaar have played a crucial role in making this film a cultural phenomenon. And, Rebel Star Prabhas says, “Overwhelmed by the love for Salaar: Cease Fire on Jio Hotstar! Can’t wait to set foot in Khansaar soon.” And this is just the beginning—brace yourself for Salaar 2, where the legend continues, the action intensifies, and the saga reaches even greater heights. The next chapter promises an electrifying cinematic experience that will push boundaries like never before.

Muthukumaran- Soundarya - Vishal who wins BB 8 Tamil title ?/ Siddharth as North swag and Jhanvi as South grace in Kerala / Aamir in Lokesh Direction

Muthukumran -Soundarya and Vishal are three contenders for the BB8 Tamil title. From what we hear it wwould be Muthukumaran as winner and Vishal as runner up. This twist of Soundarya topping voting charts of unofficial sites of BB8 drooping down for Vishal has to be seen.

North ka swag, South ki grace – two worlds collide and sparks fly. 💕 ✨ Dinesh Vijan presents #ParamSundari, a love story directed by Tushar Jalota, coming to cinemas on 25th July 2025. Meet the suave Sidharth Malhotra as Param and the vivacious Janhvi Kapoor as Sundari. 🫶 Fresh updates reveal that the actors are heading to Kerala today (January 18) for a month-long shoot. Janhvi was introduced as Sundari in a stunning poster, set against a coastal background. She looked gorgeous in a red kurta, emerald earrings, a bindi, and a gajra. The caption read, “Introducing @janhvikapoor as South ki Sundari, here to melt your heart with her grace.” Sidharth’s character, Param, was introduced in another post. He was seen against a similar coastal backdrop, wearing a white t-shirt, denim jacket, and sunglasses. The caption for his reveal said, “Introducing @sidmalhotra as North ka Munda Param, all set to charm his way into your hearts!”

The latest buzz in Kollywood has fans talking! Director Lokesh Kanagaraj’s dream project, Irumbu Kai Mayavi, might see a major twist in its casting. Reports suggest that Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan could take the lead, replacing Suriya, who was earlier speculated to star. If true, this collaboration between Lokesh and Aamir would be a first, blending two powerhouse talents. The movie is set to be bankrolled by Mythri Movie Makers, adding more excitement to the mix. While fans await official confirmation, the thought of Aamir stepping into Lokesh’s action-packed universe has already sparked curiosity and debate across social media!

Dhanush and Vishal to take Tollywood route to beat Tamil BAN

As Tamil Film Producers Council decided to block Actor Dhanush and Vishal from signing any new Tamil films, it is said that both these heroes have committed to Telugu films already. These films will dubbed into Tamil and a get Tamil Nadu release. As using Red Card is a practice that can run foul of Competitive Commission, TFPC has asked members to take an advice before signing Dhanush. He has taken advance from many including TPFC President Murali and not honored them. Vishal who already is facing a court battle with Lyca , is now accused of wiping out Rs 12 crore of Council funds , during his tenure as President ( 2017- 2019). He claims that all the funds were spend for member welfare and asked the Council to stop him from doing films. Like in Bollywood, TFPC has decided that A listers films should get released on OTT after an 8 week window after theatre release. Yet another decision that is not given in press release is that after Agust 15th, there will be no fresh Tamil film launches and existing films should finish work by October 31. All bodies of Producers – Distributors and Exhibitors took part in the meeting. The idea is that as OTT prices have toppled or dried up for medium and small film producers and in case of A listers, final price is linked to theatre collections. As per current A lister films on floor, many of them are almost ready to wrap up shooting before November 1.

Rajini says Anirudh elevated Jailer - Mark Antony touches Rs 50 crores - Vijay Antony daughter commits' suicide

Actor Vijay Antony daughter Meera committed suicide as she was suffering from mental depression is the first information that comes out. Today early morning, she was found hanging from the fan I her room , The servants in the house found her hanging. It is not known whether Vijay Antony and his wife Fathima were at home. Fathima had posted a video long back of his daughter wearing the cultural secretary badge given by Christ Church Convent . An old video has surfaced in which Vijay says that his father had committed suicide and it created a big pain for the family aand saying that suicide is not the answer. He was talking about the death of a producer who committed suicide after being harassed by a film financier. As per sources the child was undergoing consultation with a Psychology in a leading private hospital. The reasons for depression is not known but school authorities reveal that she is a school topper and was preparing hard for the 12th board exams. Vijay Antony as a music composer hit headlines with Nakku Mukku song that was a rage nationally and globally and won the Cannes Lion award and was played at the Cricker Word cup 2011, He turned actor and producer and has a failrly good ration hits. Pichakaran 2 released this year is a big hit and his Kolai is streaming on OTT.

At Jailer success meet, Rajinikanth said that when he saw the film without rerecording , it looked average and just above average. After re-recording, film turned out to be extraordinary. This pat for Anirudh is seen by Nelson fans as a dig at the director.

Mark Antony is the first film in career of Vishal to touch the Rs 50 crore mark in 4 days of Tamil Box office. In Telugu however it has collected only Rs 6 crores. Last hit of Vishal was Irumbu Thirai which collected Rs 45 crores gross and it's Telugu version got Rs 23 crore. Film success goes to S J Suryah and GV rakash music and excellent edits.

Silk Smitha shown as prostitue in Mark Antony ?

Vishal starrer Mark Antony censor certificate has created a storm. Dialogues that objectify the Late oomph gal Silk Smitha are given in the certificate. The misogynistic language used against the character Silk Smith has angered netizens. Silk Smitha character is played Vishnupriya a model who is known as Junior Silk for look alike features. Director Adhik movies are always known for double meaning dialogues. In a related news the HC has asked Vishal to prove that he does not have Rs 15 crore that he owes Lyca Production . Court had allowed release of the actor earlier film on the ground that he would deposit the money in court. Now Lyca has asked court to stay the film as the money was not deposited. Vishal said that he does not have the money and court has asked him to give a list of his assests. Only after the film will be released or not will be known.

Jailer miss TN and abroad record mark - Samantha was SRK first choice for Jawan

Hima Bindu the popular Tamil TV actress is to pair opposite Veteran comedian Goundamani in “Otha Otu Muthaiyya,” Her acting Colors Tamil Iradhayathe Thirudathe got her fan following and subsequently her presence in Sun TV serials boosted the popularity

Jailer would have created record at overseas if it had collected Rs 200 crores as no Tamil film has touched the magical figure. However as of now this film has touched Rs 190 crore and at the most it may touch 195 and Sun Pictures has announced OTT release. Secondly it has not beat Vikram an PS 1 in Tamil Nadu as the run has literally come to end and stands at Rs 155 crore gross. Usually all Sun Pictures movies come on NetFlix but this Jailer is streaming on Amazon Prime and date id September 7th.

Salaar that was set for September 28th has been shifted to Sankranthi. Now Tamil – Telugu and Malayalam filmdom are rushing to catch this date as staring with Vinayakar chathurthi till Monday being Gandhi Jayanthi the films will enjoy an uninterrupted run. Harish Kalyan Parking and jeyam Ravi’s Iraivan are rushing to take the slot.

Samantha was the first choice to play the leading lady in jawan and Vishal was the first to be offered to play Harold Das in Leo. Vishal in SS Music talk about his upcoming film Mark Antony said that Lokesh asked him to play Vijay’s younger brother but he could not spare four months that he needed. A report says that Samantha got the Jawan offer in 2019 and that time she was married to Naga Chaitanya ND PLnning to start a family but there is no word on it from Atlee or the actress about it.

Rashmika sacks mananger - Vishal- Simbhu face ban- Iratta director in SRK film

Rashmika Mandanna has sacked her Hyderabad based manager Kiran. Reports say that he swindled her of Rs 80 lakhs, Other sources say that a web series with Allu Arjun went to Sreeleela and this angered the actress. She is doing the sequel of Pushpa with Allu Arjun.

Tamil Film Producers Council has asked members to not sign actors Simbhu, Vishal, S J Suryah, Yogi Babu and Atharva without getting prior permission. Council has asked these actors to approach the Nadigar Sangham and through them get a clearance. Lyca Productions has a payment balance issue with Vishal . The production house got an order stating that Vishal will clear pending amount of Rs 15 crores before his next release by his production house, The actor however now has signed an outside banner and continues to act as he has stopped making films under his own banner. The banner who signed Vishal is facing a trade blockage from Federation as they want the dues cleared befoe release. Simbhu has committedto act in Corona Kumar and later withdrew from it. The actor kept the advance for a full year and has no returned it. Producer Vels has lodged a complaint after Simbhu moved to Kamal Haasan production. Vels spend considerable money on pre publicity and booking actors Aditi Shankar and Fahaadh Faazil. S J Suryah had kept producer Studio Green waiting without giving dates and accepting flms as antagonist in Tamil and Telugu films. Yogi Babu and Athrava too face complaints from producers.

When Kerala theatre owners are fighting against OTT release, Actor Aju Varghese also a producer pointed out that a film Iratta caught the attention of SRK after it came on OTT. This led to the film director Rohit to get an offer to do a film under Red Chillies banner. The fim bombed at box office but got good appreciatation after OTT release. He said some films click when seen at home and fail at a theatre environmentt, He said Malayalam films through OTT is bringing national appeal.

Vishal- Jaara Jaara Dimple Hyayathi film Veerame Vagai Soodum completed

 Vishal's Veerame Vagai Soodum is in final stage of post production. The film marks the entry of Jaara Jaara item song actress Dimple Hayathi as solo heroine in a Tamil film. She acted in Devi 2 - Telugu- Tamil film. She is currently acting in Dhanush 's Hind film Aatangi Re. Her item song in Telugu film Gaddalakoda Ganesh ( remake of Jigarthanda) was a big hit.

The film was shot in various parts of Hyderabad and around Chennai. The film tells the story of a common man who confronts those in power. Yogibabu, Marimuthu, Tulsi, Kavita Bharathi, RNR Manohar, Baburaj, Billy Murali, Raveena, KSG Venkatesh, Maha Gandhi, Mariam George, Black sheep Deepti plays the lead roles. 

Actor Vishal is producing the film on behalf of Vishal Film Factory. து.பா.

 Saravanan writes and directs. Lead composer Yuvan Shankar Raja is composing the music for the film. Gavin Raj to do cinematography, NB Srikanth to do editing. SS Murthy does the art direction, Vasuki Bhaskar does the costume design. The sound system is done by Tapas Nayak. Anil Arasu, Ravi Verma and Dinesh set the fight scenes. Kannadasan does the advertising design. Johnson does public relations work. Bala Gopi is the Executive Producer.