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Time of India
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Director of 'Naai Sekar' Kishore Rajkumar turns hero with romantic-comedy
Director Kishore Rajkumar , who is best known for having directed the comedy drama 'Naai Sekar' featuring actor Sathish in the lead, is to now turn a hero in a romantic comedy that he is to direct himself. The film will also mark the entry of one of India's leading media production and talent management companies, Noise and Grains, into film production. Under the Noise and Grains banner, producers Karthik Srinivas and Mahaveer Ashok are bankrolling this upcoming romantic-comedy family drama, written and directed by Kishore Rajkumar, who also plays the male lead. Kishore, best known for directing 'Naai Sekar', has also acted in films like 'Comali', 'Kaithi', 'VIP 2', 'Imaikkaa Nodigal', and 'Kee', and has created many short films and YouTube videos. The yet-to-be-titled film not just marks Kishore Rajkumar's return as a director but also his maiden venture as the protagonist. The female lead is played by acclaimed Malayalam actress Anna Ben , who also starred in the Tamil film 'Kottukkaali'. The movie will feature several prominent actors in pivotal roles. 'Naai Sekar' Box Office Collection: Sathish starrer mints Rs. 4 crores within the first 4 weeks Speaking about the film, Kishore Rajkumar said, "This is a story filled with romance and humour. The screenplay is crafted to deliver a complete feel-good experience to the audience. The driving force behind this project is none other than the legendary K. Bhagyaraj sir. Film lovers feel that movies like the ones he used to direct are no longer being made - this film aims to fill that gap." He added, "This lively film revolves around compatibility in relationships and places strong emphasis on the female lead. I am thrilled to be working with the incredibly talented Anna Ben. I sincerely thank Noise and Grains for giving me this opportunity." The film's cinematography and co-writing responsibilities are handled by Praveen Balu, while editing is being overseen by Ram Pandian. Both of them had earlier collaborated with Kishore Rajkumar on 'Naai Sekar', where actor Sathish made his debut as a lead. Art direction is managed by SriSasikumar K. Costumes have been designed by Kiruthikha Sekar and the film has S N Asraf and Naresh Dinakaran as its executive producers.
Time of India
27-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
10 visionaries, 10 movies, one announcement: 'Mookuthi Amman 2' makers share a stunning update
In the 80s, a film was considered a big film if its budget was ₹25 lakh. But over time, that value has crossed the crores. Currently, there are corporate companies in Kollywood that produce films at a cost of over ₹500 crore. The fact that leading actors like Rajinikanth , Vijay, and Ajith are being paid ₹200 crores alone shows this change. As a result, it is now impossible for individual producers to make films with them. Therefore, in this situation, they only work with big production houses. One of the most important of these corporate production companies is the production house owned by Isari Ganesh, the makers of 'Mookuthi Amman 2.' Although he is from the academic field, he has a great passion for cinema. Following in his father's footsteps, he has also acted in some small roles in cinema. Today, many of the films he has produced have successfully run in theaters. The production house has bankrolled many films, including 'LKG,' 'Comali,' 'Ennai Noki Payum Thotta,' 'Mookuthi Amman,' 'Vendu Thaninatha Kadu,' 'Singapore Saloon,' and 'Sumo.' Currently, the film Mookuthi Amman 2, starring Nayanthara and directed by Sundar C , is also being produced by the company. Following this, it is big news that the production house has set up a plan to produce films worth around ₹1000 crore. To confirm future projects, the production house has announced 10 films with 10 directors, and the announcement was made official through an introduction video of 10 directors. Sundar C, Gautham Menon, Vetri Maaran , Mari Selvaraj, Prem Kumar, Jude Anthany, Arunraja Kamaraj , Vignesh Raja, Chella Ayyavu, and Ganesh K Babu are the directors who will be next directing the upcoming films bankrolled by 'Mookuthi Amman 2' makers. Plans have been made for films starring Dhanush, Arya, Rajinikanth, Ravi Mohan, and others. Also, talks are underway with Ajith. If it happens, there is a possibility that Wells will produce Ajith's next film, directed by Adhik Ravichandran. The company is planning to release announcements of the films it is producing one after the other, raising expectations.
Time of India
17-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Cooku with Comali 6 preview: Contestants to face high stakes challenge in 'Chef's signature' round
The upcoming episode of Cooku with Comali Season 6 promises a flavorful rollercoaster as the popular culinary reality show enters the much-awaited Chef's Signature round. With a blend of laughter, learning, and emotions, this special segment features the three celebrity chefs showcasing their iconic dishes, which the contestants must then attempt to replicate. Chef Madhampatty Rangaraj takes the lead with his signature dish, Nallampatti Chicken Roast, a rustic and spicy delicacy inspired by traditional Kongu cuisine. Chef Damu stirs nostalgia with his crowd-favourite Prawn Biriyani, rich in aroma and history. Meanwhile, Chef Koushik Shankar impresses with his unique Uruli Paya, a comforting dish packed with heritage and depth of flavour. These signature dishes set the bar high for the remaining contestants, who now face the challenge of recreating these complex recipes while navigating the ever-entertaining chaos created by their Comali partners. Watch the promo: The preview reveals an emotional elimination round, with beloved comedian and contestant Ganja Karuppu bidding farewell to the show. Known for his infectious humour and big heart, his exit brings tears to both contestants and viewers. His presence in the kitchen added an irreplaceable charm, and his departure marks a poignant moment in the season. As the competition intensifies, Cooku with Comali 6 continues to strike the perfect balance between high-stakes culinary challenges and heartwarming entertainment, making it a must-watch this weekend.
India Today
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Actor Ravi, estranged wife Aarti remove posts on marital dispute amid divorce battle
Tamil actor Ravi Mohan and his estranged wife, Aarti, have removed their statements about their marital dispute from their respective social media pages. This move came after the High Court ordered the couple to refrain from sharing defamatory posts against each the past few months, Ravi and Aarti have indulged in a public spat through multiple statements. From Aarti accusing Ravi of infidelity to the actor accusing her and his mother-in-law of emotional and financial harassment, they have been levelling serious allegations against each other amid their ongoing divorce Tuesday, Ravi served a legal notice to Aarti and his mother-in-law Sujatha Vijayakumar to stop talking about their conflicts in the public domain. The 'Comali' actor's legal team shared the court order asking the two to remove all defamatory posts. Here's his post: Similarly, Aarti sent a legal notice to Ravi Mohan with the court restraining him from posting against Aarti and Sujatha. She captioned the post, "Grateful to the Hon'ble High Court for upholding dignity, truth, and justice. The legal system has done what it was meant to do - protect against defamation and above all, ensure fairness (sic)."advertisementHere's her post: Their legal notices also mention that their martial dispute should not be debated on any Mohan filed for divorce from Aarti at the Chennai Family Welfare Court earlier this year. The two have been appearing in the court for their hearing and Aarti were married for 16 years and are parents to two sons, Aarav and Watch
NDTV
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
In Pics: Rajinikanth, Kamal Haasan, Suriya At A Grand Wedding In Chennai
New Delhi: Producer and founder of Vels Institute of Science, Technology & Advanced Studies (VISTAS), Ishari K Ganesh's daughter Peetha Ganesh married Lushvin Kumar in a traditional ceremony in Chennai on Friday. Actors like Rajinikanth, Kamal Haasan, and Sathyaraj, filmmakers like C Sundar, Mani Ratnam, Gautham Vasudev Menon, and others, attended the wedding. Inside pictures from the wedding went viral on social media. Peetha Ganesh and Lushvin Kumar had their Sangeet night on Thursday. A viral video shows Suriya greeting the couple. Guests are seen dancing to the tune of Kanimaa from his recently released film Retro. #Suriya @Suriya_offl attended @VelsFilmIntl @IshariKGanesh 's daughter Preethaa's grand Sangeeth Function after the #Retro thanks meet ♥️✨ #VelsWedding — sridevi sreedhar (@sridevisreedhar) May 8, 2025 In another viral video, Suriya is seen gifting the couple a bouquet. Actor @Suriya_offl attended the Sangeet ceremony of Vels Group Chairman @IshariKGanesh 's daughter. ❤️ #IshariGanesh #VelsWedding — Ramesh Bala (@rameshlaus) May 8, 2025 See some more pictures from the ceremony: #DrIshariKGanesh daughter Preethaa weds Lushvin Kumar wedding ceremony stills 🎉 #VelsWedding #IshariGanesh @teamaimpr — Ramesh Bala (@rameshlaus) May 9, 2025 Ganesh is the son of former actor-politician Isari Velan. In 1992, he founded Vel's Educational Trust in memory of his late father. Under Vels Film International, he has produced films like Devi, Comali, Enai Noki Paayum Thota, Kutty Story, Mookuthi Amman, Joshua Imai Pol Kaakha and more. Among his upcoming ventures, Ganesh has Sumo and Dayangaram at hand. He is also producing Genie and Nayanthara-starrer Mookuthi Amman 2. In 2024, he also produced the Jio Hotstar (then Disney+ Hotstar) series Chutney Sambar. He also acted in a few films like 2.0 and Ninaikkaadha Naalillai.
