Madrasi Pattinam as ‘1947 A Love Story’ in Telugu...!!!

 Madrasi Pattinam , a period Tamil love story set in the British ruled Madras, is now being dubbed into Telugu as 1947 A Love Story . Multi Dimension Entertainments is releasing the movie into Telugu that has Arya and Amy Jackson in the lead roles. The film was directed by Vijay, whose recent film, Nanna , won accolades from critics.

Producers said they are planning to release the movie in September.

Urumi - Visually enticing film....!!!

Film: Urumi
Cast: Pritviraj, Prabhu Deva, Genelia, Nitya Menen, Tabu, Vidya Balan, Jagathy and others
Story: Shankar Sivaramakrishnan
Dialogues: Shashank Vennelakanti
Music: Deepak Dev
Editing: Sreekar Prasad
Produced by: SVR Media
Cinematography and directed by: Santosh Sivan
Release date: August 19, 2011

What's it about
Krishnadas (Pritviraj) and his friend (Prabhu Deva) lead jolly life. One-day a corporate company's representative (Nitya Menen) comes to them and offers huge money for Krishnadas's ancestral property in Kerala. Krishnadas comes to know that his property has a history and it has huge value. In a flashback.. In Chirakkal, a warrior (Arya) fights against the Vasco da Gama and gets killed. So his son Kelu Naynar (Prithviraj) decides to kill Gama with a special weapon called Urumi that is made with Gold. His friend Vavvali (Prabhu Deva) also joins in his mission and later princess of Arakkal (Genelia) comes with them to kill the Gama.

Analysis

Urumi is dubbed version of Malayalam film by the same name. Directed by acclaimed cinematographer cum director Santosh Sivan, Urumi has an interesting plot line. Santosh Sivan is renowned for making visually alluring films and Urumi is no exception. The movie has stunning visuals and never seen before locales. His technical artistry is visible in each frame in the film. You just marvel at several scenes on the screen as splendid action sequences unfurl.

Fantastic performances from the lead actors especially Genelia and Prithiviraj further elevate the film's mood.

Pace of the film is slow and there are some dragging moments too, but despite them, the movie holds your attention till the end. The effort that has gone into making it is truly amazing to say the least.

Performances

Pritviraj in two varied roles comes out with stunning performance. He is equally good in the role of a modern guy and in the character of bygone era's warrior. As Vavvali, Prabhu Deva has done justice to his role. It is Genlia who catches one's attention. As a princess and a brave woman, she brings believability. In the action sequences, she does so perfect.

Nitya Menon, Tabu and Vidya Balan also appear in the movie but they have not much to do.

On the technical front, Santosh Sivan as the cinematographer steals the show. Each frame is like a painting. His camera angles are astounding too. Wannabe cameramen must watch this film repeatedly to get the mastery over the art. You can also see his mastery in each department as he brings out best from his chief technicians - art director (superb and perfectly depicts the bygone era) and music director.

Bottom-line

Urumi is a must watch film for its great visuals, good performances and its rich production values. It is a massive film and also very entertaining. Most of the time, it spellbinds you as the movie unfolds. Visually enticing movie.

Sameera Reddy to be Kamal Haasan's gal...!!!

Sameera Reddy is all set to play the coveted main heroine role in Kamal Haasan's ambitious thriller - Viswaroopam . Sonakshi Sinha was Kamal's first choice but the rotund beauty walked out of the project citing dates problem. Later Kamal has tried to rope in other top Bollywood actresses for the movie but he could not succeed. So he reportedly has finally taken Sameera Reddy for the movie, which is to be shot in Tamil and Telugu.

Ravi Teja and Tapsee's new film launched...!!!

Ravi Teja, director Siva and producer B Sivaramakrishna

 
Tapsee has signed another big movie in Telugu. In Ravi Teja's Veera , she played the second lead and now she's doing the main role in the star's next film that was launched yesterday (August 18, 2011). Cinematographer turned director Siva (of Sowryam fame) is directing this film and the film's pooja ceremony was held at producer Burugupalli Shivaramakrishna's office. 

"Miss Andhra" Poonam Kaur

"VENNELA 1 1/2" FIRST LOOK

PIC OF THE DAY --- Deepika Padukone(100 th post special)...!!!

Dookudu Latest Posters (UnSeeN)...!!!

 

 

CHARMI Before (Mayalodu) & After (Sevakudu) SURGERY

 

AFTER (SEVAKUDU with SRIKANTH)

praneeta(Baava Fame) HOT Photoshoot...!!!

Ramcharan’s Racha completes filming in Bangkok...!!!

Ramcharan’s upcoming film Racha has completed its shooting in Bangkok, Thailand. After filming a song in Sri Lanka, some action scenes were shot in Bangkok. Tamannaah is playing the lead role in this film. Sampath Nandi is directing the film. NV Prasad and Paras Jain are producing the film on Mega Super Good Films banner. The film is said to be a mass entertainer and Ramcharan is playing the role of a guy who would do anything to become rich. Ajmal (of Rangam fame) is playing a villain’s role in the film and he’s playing role of a race driver.

Samantha's naval piercing attractive...!!!

You hardly find a celebrity that does naval piercing in South Indian cinema industry. Except Mumait Khan, no actress spotted on public stage wearing a clip on belly and proclaiming it as style statement. Now, youth sensation Samantha Ruth Prabhu of Ye Maaya Chesave and Brindavanam made a flutter at the audio launch of Dookudu by exposing her naval part with a jewellery attached to her midriff. 
Normally seen in traditional wear, not showing off her skin at public functions, Samantha also was spotted at the function in a Sari but her naval piercing caught everyone's attention.

Dookudu music launched...!!!

Music albums of Mahesh Babu’s much waited Dookudu were unveiled at the special launch ceremony held at Shilpa Kala Vedika on Thursday, August 18, 2011. Mahesh Babu, the film’s heroine Samantha, director Srinu Vytla, Brahmananandam, writers Gopi Mohan and Kona Venkat and music director Taman from the film’s cast and crew attended the function. Rajamouli was the chief guest and he unveiled the CD albums and handed over to director Sukumar. Mahesh Babu’s wife Namrata also graced the ceremony. Dil Raju, Adishesagiri Rao, Rahul Nambiar and others were also present.

Mahesh Babu

"As you know, I never speak much on stage before my film’s release. But now I feel to express my feelings about the movie. Director Sreenu Vytla has put his blood into the movie. Working with him is a great experience. His brand of entertainment coupled with Taman's fantastic music will be liked by one and all. Samantha is perfect co-star and she looks good in the film. We are releasing the movie next month," Mahesh Babu cheered up his fans with this brief but sweet speech. 

Sreenu Vytla
"Superstar Krishna has been my inspiration and I have always treated Mahesh Babu as a brother.  So I have responsibility to make this film a very special and I am sure it will appeal to you," Sreenu Vytla said.

Samantha

"I am big fan of Mahesh Babu. My dream has come true. I am eagerly waiting for the release."

Brahmanandam

"Dookudu will definitely run 200 days. Or even more.  He shows his power in the movie and he looks completely different. Mahesh also has done very good comedy in the movie. As you know, Srinu Vytla always gives me great characters and in this film too he designed a superb role for me."

Releasing Today (19th August)