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Hindustan Times
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Puri Jagannadh ropes in young composer for his next with Vijay Sethupathi and Tabu
Despite delivering back-to-back flops in the last few years, popular Telugu director Puri Jagannadh is actively involved in filmmaking. When everyone thought he was done and dusted post the failures of Liger and Double iSmart, Puri went on to sign Tamil star Vijay Sethupathi and National Award-winning actress Tabu for his next social drama, which is now on the floors. Mahati Swara Sagar (L) to compose for Puri Jagannadh's next with Vijay Sethupathi The latest update is that Mahati Swara Sagar, the son of legendary musician Mani Sharma, has been roped in to compose the music for the film. This is quite a surprising move from Puri, as Mahati has not worked in recent years, and his last album, Bholaa Shankar, disappointed fans big time. Thus, Puri roping in the young composer has raised a few eyebrows in the industry and on social media. But it needs to be pointed out that Puri had worked with Mahati's dad, Mani Sharma, on so many iconic films and last collaborated with him on iSmart Shankar (now available on OTTplay Premium). But still, he chose his son, Mahati Sagar, which has now become a talking point in the film circles. The film's shooting will be wrapped up in the next two months, and Mahati Swara Sagar has already finished composing two songs and is busy working on the background score, as per reports. Tabu plays a negative role in Puri Jagannadh's next Tabu plays the female lead in this film, and she will be seen in a negative role in the social drama. Known for her terrific performances in films such as Drishyam, Tabu will be seen in yet another crucial role which will shock the audience, say the makers. You can stream Drishyam, and her other popular films such as De De Pyaar De and Ninne Pelladata on OTTplay Premium. Puri Jagannadh is known for his powerful messages in all his films, and this yet-to-be-titled film will also have a solid message told in a satirical manner. Vijay Sethupathi will be seen in an author-backed role in this film, which Puri Jagannadh and Charmee are co-producing on a limited budget. More details about this biggie will be out soon.
Indian Express
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Beyond Scandinoir: Why Japanese thrillers are the new crime fiction obsession
It is as regular as the seasons. Every decade or so, the world becomes enraptured by thrillers from a non-English-speaking country or region, or, to use the terminology of the modern, socially networked day, a certain region or country trends on the thriller list. Almost two decades ago, Scandinavia became the darling of crime fiction lovers with the publication of Stieg Larsson's bestselling The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo. Although authors from the region had been reasonably well-known in the past, Larsson's book opened the global floodgates for them, and the likes of Henning Mankell, Jo Nesbo and Arnaldur Indriðason became household names. And after the era of suspense from Scandinavia, it is now time for Thrillers from Tokyo. Japanese thrillers are all the rage among readers, as interest in the country's literature grows, spurred by the popularity of anime and manga. And if you want your crime cuisine the Japanese way, then there is a lot on the menu to choose from. The book that triggered interest in Japanese suspense fiction in India was Keigo Higashino's The Devotion of Suspect X. Although it was published in 2005, and received considerable acclaim in the West (Higashino was hailed as the 'Japanese Stieg Larsson'), it shot into the spotlight in India in 2013, when some claimed that Jeetu Joseph's superhit Malayalam film Drishyam was inspired by it. Joseph has denied this time and again, but talk a similarities between the film and the book (there are a few, but allegations of the film being inspired by it do seem exaggerated) led to people picking up the book in large numbers. And such was Higashino's narration, that they came back for more. And suddenly, booksellers started getting queries about thrillers from Japan. The Devotion of Suspect X remains a very good starting point for those who want to read Japanese suspense. Higashino is not your conventional thrill-deliverer, but builds up elaborate plots revolving around feelings of people and their circumstances, whom he often etches in detail. The Devotion of Suspect X revolves around the attempts of a mathematics teacher to save a woman he secretly loves, and who has killed her abusive husband. It contains one of the most detailed and carefully constructed works in crime fiction (very similar to the one seen in Drishyam), and also introduced Detective Galileo, or Manabu Yukawa, one of the most famous figures in Japanese crime fiction. The book might strike some as a little on the slow side, as Higashino is more a storyteller than a builder of suspense, but its sensitivity and sudden twists towards the end will keep you riveted. The Devotion of Suspect X is as much a novel as a thriller, elegant, with a gradual build-up. If you are looking for something that is a little faster and constantly fascinating (Higashino might seem slow), then grab a copy of Out. Written by Natsuo Kirino (Mariko Hashioka), it makes for grim, gritty reading with twists coming at a rapid pace, laden with violence and betrayal that borders on the disturbing. Lest you think we are exaggerating, it is the story of four women, one of whom kills an abusive husband (a disturbingly recurring theme in Japanese crime fiction), and then with the assistance of the others, chops his body into pieces and then disposes of it. Of course, it is discovered, but what follows is not a simple 'cops and killer' routine but something far more complicated. The relationships between the four women change, with some even trying to exploit each other, even as an acquaintance of the dead man starts hunting them down, with the police trying to figure out what has happened. It is laden with twists and not really for those with weak hearts. Another Kirino book for those not easily rattled is Grotesque. It is told from four perspectives, including one of the victim, and one of the murderer. If Keigo Higashino is the Japanese Stieg Larsson, then Natsuo Kirino is the Japanese Gillian Flynn of Gone Girl fame. It is disturbingly dark but a delight for thriller readers. Readers will keep turning pages despite getting rattled. A trademark of slightly more conventional Japanese crime fiction is the Honkaku Mystery, where readers are provided all the information and can try to figure out the truth themselves. In a way, they are competing with the detective when it comes to solving mysteries. The stress is on observation, deduction and logical reasoning. Reading a Honkaku Mystery is a little like solving a puzzle. The first Honkaku Mystery, The Two Sen Copper Coin, which was published in 1923 was written by the man who people call the father of Japanese mystery: Edogawa Ranpo. His real name was Taro Hirai, but he took on Edogawa Ranpo as his pen name, because when pronounced, it sounded almost exactly like the legendary Edgar Allan Poe. His best Honkaku, however, is Beast in the Shadows, which is told from the perspective of a crime writer who is asked to help a woman receiving strange letters. It seems a little slow by modern standards, but it is a riveting read once you get past the first few dozen pages. Another master of the Honkaku genre is Seishi Yokomizo, whose series of locked room mysteries made people refer to him as the Japanese John Dickson Carr, Yokomizo is the creator of perhaps Japan's most popular amateur detective (yes, more popular even than Inspector Galileo), Kosuke Kindaichi, who makes his debut in the bestselling The Honjin Murders, which was published in 1946. A newlywed couple is found dead inside, you guessed it, a locked room. There are not too many clues. Who did it? Kosuke Kindaichi finds out and does so in a manner that will leave readers fascinated. Kindaichi features in several other books, but The Honjin Murders is a great starting point. Another Honkaku Mystery that has attained almost legendary status is The Tokyo Zodiac Murders by Soji Shimada. The book was published in 1981 and in the manner of the legendary Edgar Wallace, actually challenges readers to solve the mystery. Based in 1Fs979, it revolves around two people, one of whom is a fortune teller, trying to solve an unsolved murder case from 1936. It is complex and a little heavy, but compelling reading once you get familiar with the characters. A more conventional and elegant work of suspense is Seicho Matsumoto's police procedural Inspector Imanishi Investigates. As its name indicates, it is about how Inspector Imanshi Eltaro tries to solve the mystery of an unknown body found on a rail track. Imanshi's fondness for haiku poetry and gardening make him an interesting choice as master detective as he travels across Japan, trying to solve a case that many feel has no clear solution. Matsumoto's carefully crafted and often intricate narrative has led to comparisons with Georges Simenon's famous Maigret series. There is not too much action, just a lot of questions, answers and observation, all while giving the reader a snapshot of Japan and the dedicated Imanshi. Interestingly, Matsumoto never attended secondary school or university. He just read. A lot. And wrote.
NDTV
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Why Jeetu Joseph Has Threatened Legal Action Against Makers Of Ajay Devgn's Drishyam 3
New Delhi: Last month, Mohanlal took to X to announce his return as George Kutty, with the much-anticipated third installment of his Drishyam franchise. Interestingly, Mohanlal's Drishyam 3 was to begin with its shoot simultaneously with Ajay Devgn's Hindi version of the film. Recently, Jeetu Joseph addressed the ongoing rumours of Ajay Devgn's Drishyam 3 going on floors before the original Malayalam version. What's Happening Filmmaker Jeetu Joseph broke his silence on the ongoing buzz that Ajay Devgn's Drishyam 3 will begin shooting before Mohanlal's Malayalam version. Jeetu Joseph threatened legal action to ensure that Ajay Devgn's Drishyam 3 does not roll first, considering Mohanlal's Malayalam version is the original one. Jeetu Joseph told Matrubhum i, "There were demands on making Malayalam and Hindi versions together, but we haven't decided on those matters. There were initially some plans to start in Hindi first, but after a hint was given that this would be dealt with legally, they backed off from it." He also added, "I finished writing the climax of Drishyam 3 last night. I've been under immense pressure for a long time." What The Rumour About Drishyam 3 Is For some time now, there have been reports suggesting that makers of Ajay Devgn's Drishyam 3 are gearing up for the making of the third installment. While Jeetu Joseph commented that he is still working on his screenplay, the Malayalam version will only take off in October 2025. The Hindi version is said to begin after that. About Ajay Devgn's Drishyam 3 Pinkvilla had earlier reported that Ajay Devgn will also begin shooting for the Hindi version of Drishyam 3 on October 2, 2025. The source told Pinkvilla, "The Gandhi Jayanti date holds a lot of significance for the Drishyam franchise, and hence they are embarking on the journey for the final Drishyam film from October 2, 2025. It's a marathon schedule, spanning 3 months at real locations in Maharashtra, as well as the studio set-up. Ajay Devgn has already allotted his dates for the film." About Drishyam 3 The franchise's first film was released in 2013, and the Malayalam version was led by Mohanlal as George Kutty. The film was then remade in several languages, such as Kannada, Telugu, Tamil, and Hindi. The Kannada version was led by V Ravichandran, Telugu by Venkatesh, both in 2014. The 2015 Tamil version had Kamal Haasan in the lead, while Ajay Devgn took over the reigns in Hindi. The film was also remade in Sinhala and Chinese, while the Indonesian and Korean remakes are currently in the works. In A Nutshell Jeetu Joseph expressed how he is against Ajay Devgn's Drishyam 3 going into production before Mohanlal's original Malayalam version of the third installment. The filmmaker also shared that he was busy with the screenplay of Drishyam 3 in Malayalam, and the film will roll in October 2025.
NDTV
22-07-2025
- NDTV
'Drishyam'-Style Murder In Mumbai Was Planned. Wife Got Pit Dug 12 Days Ago
The body of a 40-year-old man, Vijay Chavan, was found buried in his house in Mumbai's Nalasopara 15 days after he reportedly went missing. Vijay was allegedly killed and buried by his wife, Chaman, along with her lover, Monu. The latest investigation reveals that the murder was planned as Chaman got a pit dug 12 days ago and tried to withdraw money from her husband's account, according to police sources. Chaman, her seven-year-old son, and alleged lover Monu are missing. Search For Missing Brother Last week, Vijay's brothers, who had been trying to contact him for the past 15 days, visited his house. Upon enquiring, Chaman told them that Vijay had gone out for work either in Borivali, Kandivali or Malad. On July 19, Chaman left the house along with her son. The CCTV footage from the area showed her buying three samosas (snacks) from a local vendor. On Monday evening, the family broke open the door of the house and began searching. They didn't find anything unusual but spotted three tiles, which appeared to have been replaced recently. Dig, Bury, And Hide It is these new and differently-coloured floor tiles that echoed, 'something is fishy.' The family informed the police, who found a black plastic bag buried a few feet below the floor with a decomposed body inside. The latest investigation reveals that 12 days ago, Chaman had a 3.5-foot-deep and 6-foot-long pit dug in their house. Two days later, a tiler was called to lay tiles over the pit at an expense of Rs 1,200. Greed For Money? Vijay, a home renovation contractor, received Rs 6 lakh from an insurance policy about a month ago, the sources said. He already had Rs 2-3 lakh in his account and was planning to buy a new house. Vijay had already transferred his existing house to his wife's name. Police investigation revealed that Chaman generated several one-time passwords (OTPs) from Vijay's mobile phone and accessed his bank account. She went on to withdraw money from different ATMs. The amount is unclear right now. Affair With A Neighbour The murder, which bears a resemblance to the Bollywood movie 'Drishyam', was allegedly orchestrated by Chaman, with her neighbour-turned-lover being an accomplice. Monu's mother had once caught him red-handed, talking to Chaman and confiscated his phone, the sources said. Monu was not allowed to go to college for two days, but later the phone was returned. A murder case has been registered against the two, and a search is on.
Time of India
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Bollywood comes to life? Real-life Drishyam murder: Husband killed, buried under tiles near Mumbai
In a shocking incident reminiscent of the Bollywood film Drishyam, a woman from near Mumbai has been charged with killing her husband and hiding his body beneath the floor tiles of their home. The gruesome crime has left the local community stunned and has garnered attention for its striking resemblance to the movie's storyline. Here's a breakdown of what has emerged so far. Real-life Drishyam murder: Husband buried under tiles As per NDTV, 35-year-old Vijay Chavan had been untraceable for the past 15 days. He lived with his 28-year-old wife, Komal Chavan, in Gadgapada, Nalasopara East, located around 70 km from Mumbai. On Monday, his brothers visited his home during their search. They noticed that some of the floor tiles looked different in colour. When they removed the odd tiles, they found a vest buried beneath and noticed a foul smell, prompting them to contact the police immediately. Nalasopara, Maharashtra: In a shocking incident in Dhaniv Baug, Nalasopara, a woman allegedly murdered her husband with the help of her lover and buried the body under the house floor, later covering it with tiles to avoid suspicion. The crime came to light nearly 15 days later… Police later discovered Vijay's body hidden under the tiles. They now suspect that he was murdered by his wife Komal, who has been missing for two days along with a neighbour named Monu. The two are allegedly in a romantic relationship and are the primary suspects in the case. More details about the case are awaited. About Drishyam, the movie that inspired the horrific murder Drishyam is a well-known Indian thriller praised for its suspenseful plot and emotional storyline. First released in Malayalam in 2013, it was later remade in multiple languages, including a Hindi version in 2015. The film tells the story of Vijay Salgaonkar, a cable TV operator in Goa who lives with his wife and two daughters. Their lives are turned upside down when his daughter accidentally kills a boy who was threatening her with a private video. The boy turns out to be the son of a senior police officer. To protect his family, Vijay uses his intelligence and love for films to plan an elaborate cover-up, faking a timeline and hiding the body to mislead the police. Ajay Devgn plays Vijay in the Hindi adaptation.
