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Nanban scores big in box office collections

2012-01-18T18:37:00.000-08:00

Cashing in on the Pongal holiday, Nanban and Vettai are making waves at the box office. Nanban has reportedly already crossed Rs. 50 crores in box office collections. With positive movie reviews the movies are expected to continue their run at the box office.

Nanban is the Tamil version of the hit Bollywood movie 3 Idiots. The film features an ensemble cast that includes Vijay, Jeeva, Srikanth and Sathyaraj. Vijay steps into the shoes of Aamir Khan while Jeeva gets to essay the role of Sharman Joshi and narrator Madhavan is played by Srikanth. And Sathyaraj creates the weirdness of Boman Irani’s character of an oddball professor in Nanban.Illeana plays Vijay's ladylove in the movie.

The movie opened to an overwhelming response with over 90% occupancy and has continued its dream run over the weekend. As per reports the movie had first day box office collections of Rs. 15 crores, and the tally now stands at approximately Rs. 57 crores.

The chemistry between Vijay, Jeeva and Srikanth is the film's USP. Vijay is said to have given his career's best performance. Equally pivotal is his chemistry with Ileana, the passionate lip-lock between Vijay and Ileana has become the talk of town and given the movie an additional boost.

ABOUT YOHAN:ADHYAYAM ONDRU

2011-12-14T18:45:00.000-08:00

Eros International Media Ltd (EIML), a leading global company in the Indian film entertainment industry, has announced a co-production deal with Photon Kathaas Productions (PKP) for forthcoming Tamil movie " Yohan Adhyayam Ondru " starring Vijay.
Produced in association with Future Film Production Ltd (UK Production), the film will be directed by Gautham Menon with music by AR Rahman and is expected to commence production from Q2 2012.

Mr Gautham Vasudev Menon says, “I am really looking forward to filming an all-out action film after Vettaiyadu Villaiyadu. Also interesting because I will be working with Vijay for the first time. Yohan will be made like an international film while still retaining all the elements, especially music, that makes Indian cinema work. AR Rahman has already composed a theme song for the film which is simply outstanding.

Yohan is the first of its kind (in South India) action thriller centering around a character that will be featured in a series of films (prequels and sequels). The film will be shot in international locations, predominantly in the United Kingdom with the active support of UK government. The UK has a very favourable policy towards encouraging foreign filmmakers to shoot their films in the UK

film news..........

2011-12-07T17:59:00.000-08:00

Thuppaakki shootting is going on various place of mumbai.......................

VIJAY FANS CELEBRATION

2011-12-07T07:04:00.001-08:00

Thuppaki: Get set go!

2011-12-06T04:57:00.000-08:00

A.R. Murugadoss is all set to begin the shoot of his next film, which is tentatively titled asThuppaki, soon in Mumbai this month. Rumour is rife that Ilayathalapathy Vijay will play the role of a cop. Vijay has earlier played the role of an undercover cop in Pokkiri, which went on to become one of the most successful films in his career.

Kajal Aggarwal is the heroine and the technical team comprises of Kalaipuli S. Thanu (producer), Santosh Sivan (camera), Harris Jayaraj (music), Jayamohan (dialogues) and Anthony (editing).

'Thuppaki is my biggest film' says Kajal agarwal

2011-12-06T04:53:00.000-08:00

The actress Kajal Agarwal has just begun shooting for director A R Murugadoss_s Thuppaki and she_s super excited. Kajal Agarwal is at all happy and says, _It is my biggest film. I have always wanted to work with Murugadoss sir and Vijay. Now I get to be part of their first film together. What more could I ask for_. There are a lot of expectations building around this film as it has some very popular names in the film industry in its crew

YOHAN

2011-11-30T10:09:00.000-08:00

YOHAN................UPCOMING PROJECT OF VIJAY (after nanban).

2011-11-30T10:03:00.000-08:00

Ilayathalapathy Vijayâ€™s next movie is Yohan Adhyayam Ondru and it is being directed by Gautham Menon. The First paper ad was published with a tagline â€“ Mission 1 : New York City. Second Yohan Adhyayam Ondru ads were published with a different tagline â€“ Mission 2 : Paris. Now the third newspaper ad is published with tagline Mission 36 : Brazil.

The latest news about the movie is that Vijay will play a James-Bond-Style role in Yohan Adhyayam Ondru.

SOUNDTRACK OF NANBAN

2011-11-30T09:56:00.000-08:00

The soundtrack and background score is composed by HARRIS JAYARAJ, working with Shankar for the second time after ANNIYAN (2005), while scoring for a Vijay-starrer for the first time. MADHAN KARKY has penned lyrics for two songs, one of which includes lyrics in more than 16 different languages, sung by VIJAY PRAKASH. The soundtrack, consisting of five original songs, is scheduled to be released on 5 December 2011. Lyrics for the soundtrack were provided by PA VIJAY , NA MUTHUKUMAR Vivega and MADHAN KARKY.

FILMING NANBAN

2011-11-30T09:52:00.000-08:00

The first schedule of filming was held in Ooty, where scenes involving Ileana, Srikanth and Jeeva were shot.^[34] During the second schedule scenes involving the lead cast were canned atDehradun and a car chase at various places in Chennai,^[35]^[36] while few important scenes and two songs were filmed in London and Buckingham during the third schedule.^[37] Some significant parts of the film were shot in Chennai at Sun Studios and the Ampa Skywalk Mall,^[38]^[39] as well as in the Koyambedu water tank for three days, for which an Akila crane was used.^[40] Further filming, including the climax, was held at various locations in Europe, Andamans and Coimbatore.^[41] Filming was wrapped-up in October, with a song featuring Vijay and Ileana being the last one to be shot.^[42] The filming process lasted for eight months.^[43] Two scenes from Kamal Haasan's Indian and Rajinikanth's Enthiran were remade in the film.^[44

NANBAN

2011-11-30T09:49:00.000-08:00

Following Gemini Film Circuit's purchase of the remake rights for 3 Idiots in January 2010, there was much speculation in regard to the three title roles essayed by Aamir Khan, R. Madhavan and Sharman Joshi in the original.[10] Gemini Film Circuit approached noted directors S. Shankar, Vishnuvardhan and S. Dharani to replace Rajkumar Hirani as the director, with the approval from Shankar leading to him being signed.[11] Despite speculation that he was set to pull out from directing his first remake as it would be a step down from his previous film, Enthiran, Shankar stated his commitment in October 2010.[12][13] As Shankar's norm music director, A. R. Rahman couldn't be retained for the project due to his busy schedules, Harris Jayaraj and Yuvan Shankar Raja were approached to compose the soundtrack,[14] with Shankar settling for the former with whom he had worked with in the 2005 action film Anniyanearlier.[15] Meanwhile, Manoj Paramahamsa, whose work in Vinnaithaandi Varuvaayaa and Eeram had been critically acclaimed, was signed on as the cinematographer.[16]

For the lead role,initial reports suggested that Vijay would essay the role of Rancho, played by Aamir Khan.[17][18] |.However, by mid-December 2010, soon after trial shoots were held, Vijay walked out the film following disputes over his dates, with Surya being labelled as his likely replacement.[19] Reports claimed that talks with Surya failed, since the actor had demanded salary increase and dubbing rights for the Telugu-version of the film.[20] Surya's reasons for refusing the offer was later confirmed not to be true, with Surya himself revealing that he had opted out only because of other film commitments and "did not want to keep Shankar waiting."[21] As a result, Vijay was once again finalized for the role.[22]

The roles of the other two titular characters took considerably longer to confirm. Madhavan was initially approached to reprise his role from the original but made it clear that he was unwilling to be a part of the remake, citing the film had already "gone down in history".[23] Early indications suggested that Udhayanidhi Stalin had replaced him but the claims were false.[24] In November 2010, reports emerged that Vinay Rai or Nakul were set to play the role, however Vinay cited that he refused the project as the role was not as meaty as the other two characters.[25] Consequently, the production house signed Srikanth to play the role, after seeing his performance in Drohi, which had come after several box-office failures for him.[26]Sharman Joshi's role was originally offered to Silambarasan, but after discussions, it was revealed that Silambarasan could not associate himself with the character.[27] Subsequently the role was offered to Siddharth, a protege of Shankar, who also went on to refuse the project.[28] Despite further reports that Arya and Jeeva were being considered, the latter signed on and agreed with Shankar that he would play Joshi's role instead of Madhavan's.[29][30] The role played by Kareena Kapoor in the original, was reported to be played by either Shruti Haasan orAsin. However Ileana D'Cruz was signed on for the film after attempts to feature Katrina Kaif in the film had failed.[31] The college professor's role was given to Sathyaraj, despite early indications that Prakash Raj would be approached. Omi Vaidya was unable to reprise his role from the original and comedian Sathyan Sivakumar was signed on to essay his role, whileS. J. Surya signed on to appear in a guest role, portraying the role enacted by Javed Jaffrey.[32] Anuya Bhagvath was also signed up for a supporting role.[33]

REMAKE OF 3 IDIOTS

2011-04-17T18:13:00.000-07:00

The rumours about 3 Idiots remake lead actor has finally come to an end, as the Gemini Film Circuit has announced that Vijay will play the lead role in Shankar directorial film. The makers have also made it official that the title is Nanban.

The makers of the film have made it clear that Vijay has been roped in and he will play the role, which was played by Aamir Khan in the original. They also cleared that they have finalized the movie title as Nanban after considering Moovar and 3 Rascals.

The news comes as a surprise to many as the actor walked out in December 2010 citing date issues. To its trouble, Mahesh Babu, who gave his consent to act in Telugu version, also pulled out in the last minute due to unknown reasons. Later, it was revealed that the movie bosses are in the process to fill the lead slot with Surya, as he has the appeal in both Tamil and Telugu industries.

Sources say that Surya’s demands and remuneration made the makers to drop him. Hence, they approached Ilayathalapathy Vijay again. The latter, who has postponed his political plans after the success of Kaavalan, gave nod after a lengthy discussion with the director, claims a source.

Now, sources close to production house say that Vijay will join the team by this month end. However, Shankar has started the shooting from yesterday. Actress Illeana D’Cruz, Jeeva, Srikanth and Sathyaraj have joined him for the first schedule.

2010-08-24T17:31:00.000-07:00

Actor Vijay, the ‘Raja of Remake’ signed up with Gemini Film Circuit (GFC) to do the Tamil remake of Aamir Khan’s Raju Hirani directed blockbuster 3 Idiots?

The Kollywood grapevine is abuzz that Vijay has agreed to do the film and is on the look out for a director to take over the project. Cameraman Ratnavelu has been signed up for the porject.

GFC had earlier remade Munnabhai MBBS into Tamil as Vasool Raja and recently Telugu hit Arya as Kutty in Tamil. GFC has the remake rights of 3 Idiots in all south Indian languages.

The names making the round to direct the film include Vishnuvardhan, Dharani etc. Vijay has not cleared the director as he wants somebody who will modify the original and make it suitable for the mass audiences. In the remake Vijay will play Rancho, the character made memorable by Aamir, while Prakash Raj is likely to do Bomman Irani’s role as Virus!

Madhavan who rocked in the original has made it clear that he will not be part of the Tamil version as he had already “given my heart and soul to the character I played in the Hindi version and it will be boring to do the same character again in the Tamil remake.”

Udayanidhi Stalin has been approached by the film’s producers to do this role. Sharman Joshy’s role will be done by an upcoming star.

Who will do Kareena Kapoor’s role? The name making the rounds is the usual suspect’sSruthi Hassan and Asin. The other big question that remained unanswered is when will Vijaystart work on 3 Idiots remake? What about his commitment to do Bodyguard remake with director Siddique and when will he start director Jayam Raja’s film for Oscar Ravichandran?

ABOUT KAVALKARAN FILM

2010-08-23T16:40:00.000-07:00

Much prior to Vijay’s 50th film Sura would hit screens, the actor has already completed the first schedule for Kavalkaran. Followed by Vettaikaran, Vijay has once again chosen the title of yesteryear MGR film Kavalkaran. The actor reasserts that choosing the yesteryear titles of superstars’ films gains more prominence for his films.

Buzz up!

As known earlier, Kavalkaran is a remake of Malayalam film Bodyguard (Dileep and Nayantara in lead roles). The film is directed by Siddique and marks the comeback of Asin in Tamilfilm industry.

The first schedule has been shot across the locales of Kumbakonam, Kaaraikudi and Pollachi. According to the buzz, yesteryear actors Raj Kiran and Roja seem to have been signed for this film for enacting the role of Asin’s parents. Followed by the grand success, Ghilli and Kuruvi, musicdirector Vidyasagar has scored music for this Vijay’s film.

2010-08-23T16:37:00.000-07:00

Vijay was the only person shocked after seeing that the trailer of his film Sura was lifted after the 13th day of the release of the film. Sura’s trailer was replaced by Singam trailer.

The film was taken out of the theatres on the 25th day of its release. Vijay who had the knack of making his film run for 100 days in spite of its failures was not able to do this time, though he held the Chennai city rights.

Hence, Vijay has purchased the film Kavalkaran outright. The reason for this that he didn’t want the Sun Pictures to acquire the rights and the second thing is that he wanted to set right the losses incurred by the distributors by releasing Sura. He has planned to act in a film and give the distributors at a low price.

VIJAY IN TRIVANDRUM

2010-01-24T01:25:00.000-08:00

Illayathalapthy Vijay was in Thiruvananthapuram to promote movie ‘Vettaikaaran’. Vijay celebrated Vettaikaaran movie 25 days run at 1440 seater New Theatre, one of the biggest screens in India.

Thousands of Vijay fans came over to attend the function and to see a glimse of their hero. Police found difficult to control the people and fans.

VIJAY'S NEW PROJECT DALAPATHY

2010-01-09T22:58:00.000-08:00

Vijay starrer Vettaikaran is being released 18th of this month. Now he is acting in a film titled Sura. The shooting of this film is almost coming to an end. After this Vijay will be acting in his 51st film. This film has been titled Dhalapathy. It is also known fact that Vijay fans fondly call him Ilaya Dhalapathy. This title is taken form the Rajni starrer film which was released in the year 1991.

This film which had Mammooty in an important role was directed by Mani Rathinam. This hit film was about toe underworld dons. Vijay’s 51st film is not based on this film but it is a family oriented one. Asin is to pair with Vijay. The film which is to be directed by Jayam Raja is being produced by Aascar Ravichandran.

MORE ABOUT SURA

2010-01-07T17:02:00.000-08:00

Cast – Ilayathalapathy Vijay, Tamanna, Vadivelu and Others…
Music Composer- Mani Sharma
Director – S.P. Rajkumar
Producer – Sangili Murugan
Camera – M.S.Prabhu
Year of Release – 2010

Ilayathalapathy Vijay after finishing the project “Vettaikaaran” without any break begins his next flick Gold Jubilee movie titled “Suraa”. If you had a good memory think of what Vijay said a year before that “he was keen to remake the Mohan Lal’s Malayalam flick “Chotta Mumbai”. According to a close source the movie is visualized in the coastal areas of Kerala. The movie script suggests it would have two actresses in which Actress Tamanna will be leading the pair with our Ilayathalapathy Vijay and another heroine

is not yet confirmed. Still the storyline of the movie was kept secret by the entire crew of the film. In the meantime one of our tkada Kerala User had sent us some of the shooting spot pictures taken exclusively at kerala. Is Sura remake of Chotta Mumbai??? Hope 50th movie Suraa will be the biggest hit of our Ilayathalapathy Vijay ever.Until, stay tuned on tkada for more hot updates of upcoming Ilayathalapathy Vijay movie Vettaikaran and Suraa.

VIJAY'S NEW PLAN

2010-01-06T18:05:00.000-08:00

After Mazhai, noted playback singer S P B Charan will be producing a movie featuring Vijay in the lead role.

Reports have it that the actor has accepted to don the lead role and the shooting is expected to commence once he completes his Murasu which has Perarasu penning the story and screenplay.

According to sources, director Lingusamy, who is to direct Vikram for his Bheema, would wield the megaphone.

Apparently impressed with Lingusamy's work in Sandai Kozhi, Vijay has agreed to play the lead role. S P B Charan had earlier produced Unnai Charan Adainthen and Mazhai before.

The three some makes for an intriguing combination.

VIJAYS 51TH MOVIE TITLED - THALAPATHY

2010-01-05T18:03:00.000-08:00

Vijay's 51 st movie Thalapathy .

Vijay denies it as the remake of Rajini movie Thalapathy and hes not playing the

same character which rajini played in the earlier one ..

Movie is Family based Action Story

Directed by Jayam Raja Production :Aascar Ravichandran

all the best to the team

VIJAY'S 51th FILM

2010-01-05T17:38:00.000-08:00

Producer Ravichandran of Aascar Movies has been the most successful producers in town possessing the best traits of money-spinner.

He has produced the grandiloquent flicks of all times that has turned to be the biggest blockbusters like ‘Anniyan’, ‘Dasavatharam’ and many more flicks with Kamal Haasan, Vijayakanth, Vikram, Ajith and more actors.

Aascar Ravichandran’s closer sources have revealed that he has signed with Vijay’s 51^st film and buzzes are that ‘Jeyam’ Raja has obtained the opportunity of directing this film. It is notable that Raja has already got the remake rights of ‘Kick’ in Tamil.

VIJAY ATTEND HIS MOTHER'S CONCERT

2010-01-03T17:47:00.000-08:00

MOTHER'S CONCERT

2010-01-03T17:45:00.000-08:00

Ilayathalapathy Vijay attended his mother and noted carnatic singer Sobha Chandrasekhar performance at the Chennaiyil Thiruvaiyar event.

Vijay was accompanied by his wife Sangeetha and dad SA Chandrasekhar along with thousands of rasikas at the Kamaraj Arangam on Christmas day.

SURA TO RELEASE IN VIJAY'S BIRTHDAY

2010-01-03T16:52:00.000-08:00

Vijay’s 50th film Sura is progressing well and the latest news we hear from the Sura camp is that the film would be released on June 22nd, 2010 to coincide with the star’s birthday. Being a landmark film in his career, Vijay is leaving no stone unturned to make the film a great success.

Sura is highly expected by Vijay’s fans as it is said that the film will have some death defying stunts choreographed by Kanal Kannan.

Sura is directed by SP Rajkumar and produced by Sangili Murugan. Vijay pairs with Tamanna in the movie and other cast in the movie includes Sriman and Vadivelu.

SURA TO RELEASE ON APRIL 14

2010-01-03T16:46:00.000-08:00

Vijay’s 50th film Sura is shaping up very well and the movie shooting is going at a fast face. Sura will hit the screens for Tamil new year, and Vijay himself has confirmed that his film will be released on April 14.

Sura features Vijay and Tamanna in lead roles. The movie is being directed by S. P. Rajakumar and produced by Sangili Murugan. The music for the movie has been scored by Mani Sharma while editing is done by Anthony.

Much prior to Vijay’s “Vettaikaran’ hitting the screens, here is great news for the actor and his fans as well. Close sources have confirmed that Sun Pictures has shown keen interest in acquiring the rights ofVijay’s 50th film “Sura’.

“Sura’ features Vijay and Tamanna in the lead roles and is directed by S.P. Rajkumar. The director S.P. Rajkumar is making his comeback in Kollywood taking a sabbatical after “Azhagar Malai’. First schedule of the film was recently completed and the entire crew is busily shooting for the following schedules in Pondicherry and Vizag.

According to the trade reports, “Vettaikaran’ has been sold out for very big price throught Tamilnadu and it has gradually encouraged Sun Pictures to ink a deal with Vijay’s “Sura’ as well.

Now Sura being aquired by Sun Pictures, Vijay has proved that he is still the King of Kollywood Box Office.

Actor Vijay to join his fans in hunger strike

2010-01-02T19:32:00.000-08:00

Earlier, Ilayathalapathy Vijay's fans announced that they will fast in Chepauk to protest the Sri Lankan civil war and its effect on the Tamils out there – a move that surprised everyone in Kollywood. Vijay, who is deeply moved by his fans’ decision, has decided to join them in their hunger strike despite being busy with Villu’s filming in Tuticorin.

Vijay felt that his fans have realized that as a social group – even if it is just a fan club – they can do their part to bring about a change in society. He thanked them for heeding his request to send telegrams to the Prime Minister to demand a solution for the Sri Lankan crisis. He also stated that he is extremely happy that his fan club members care so much for society’s welfare. “I respect my fans' decision and this is a signal of a new beginning of an inclusive and humane society,” opined the actor.

At the same time, the actor insisted that there should not be any violation of law and order in this protest. “We should respect law and order. We should follow non-violence always. As a sign of protest, everyone will wear black clothes on this protest day and will protest silently; no fierce speeches,” said the actor.

Vijay's 50th to have tamanna

2010-01-02T17:15:00.000-08:00

Hi guys.Tamanna who got introduced in the Tamil film industry through Kallorie is now at the peak in the Tamil film industry after the mega hits of her film Padikathavan and Ayan.She is now doing two big budgets film is Tamil and is not accepting any new offers.But actress had a request from the vijay's office to act in his 50 th film.Tamanna with mo hesitation has decided to act in the film.Already Tamana is in her peak of times.Once she acts with Vijay she will go to peaks in the Tamil film industry.Thanks for your time.

2010-01-02T17:07:00.000-08:00

I want to act with vijay: Tamanna

2010-01-02T17:05:00.000-08:00

Happy at her career graph soaring high in Kollywood and Tollywood, Tamanna hopes to sustain the good run in filmdom.

An actress, who is happy with back-to-back success in 'Happy Days' and 'Kallori', is shooting for half-a-dozen movies in varied languages. An elated Tammana says, 'I am happy where I stand today. I am bothered about quality rather than quantity.'

'I want to do a film with Mani Ratnam, Gautham Menon and Shankar, an one with Vijay too', she says.

Tammanna in Vijay's new film

2010-01-02T04:15:00.000-08:00

Tamanna, the fastest rising star of Kollywood is on the verge of superstardom, as she is going to be Ilayathalapathy Vijay’s heroine in his prestigious 50th film!

Acting career

2010-01-01T18:06:00.000-08:00

Vijay debuted as a lead role actor in the 1992 film Naalaya Theerpu, produced by his father. After a few other films, he co-stared with Vijayakanth in the film Sendhoorapandi. This film helped Vijay to become popular in the interior areas of Tamil Nadu. Films like Rasigan, Vishnu, and Deva were low-budget movies established him to audiences. Vijay is also one of the few lead actors of his generation to co-star with veteran actor Sivaji Ganesan. This opportunity came in the film Once More, directed by his father S. A. Chandrasekhar in 1996.

The year 1996 he found his first success in the Vikraman-directed film Poove Unakkaga which helped Vijay to establish as a emerging star in Tamil films. He found some flops and success with films that followed, which had an unorthodox climax like Love Today. In 1997 he acted in the Vasanth film Nerrukku Ner along with Surya Sivakumar. This film was produced by Mani Ratnam. Then he acted in Kadhalukku Mariyadhai directed by Fazil. Kadhalukku Mariyadhai deemed was a blockbuster and made Vijay receive that year's Tamil Nadu State Film Award for Best Actor.

In 1998, Vijay worked in Priyamudan and Thulladha Manamum Thullum which were well received at box offices. Then the following films Endrendrum Kadhal, Nenjinile, Minsara Kanna failed miscerably at box-office. Then he did Kannukkul Nilavu with Fazil but the movie failed at boxoffice even his acting was praised. He decided not to commit in films that took a year to release, which changed his trend. His next venture was Kushi which was a super hit of 2000. The following films like Priyamanavale, Friends were once again successful for Vijay and Badrianother super hit movie.

Later on, he starred in Shahjahan, Thamizhan which all failed at box office and got average success again in Youth, However, the films that followed Bagavathi ,Vaseegara, Pudhiya Geethai, and his delayed film Udhaya became low grossers and flopped. This highly affected Vijay's success rate and he was looked down upon by film critics and producers.

His string of failure films was broken by Thirumalai in 2003 which had Vijay in a new facial appearance. Ghilli, which was released in 2004, is considered to be one of Vijay's biggest hits today. Directed by Dharani and produced by A. M. Rathnam, it was a remake of the Telugu film Okkadu, and ran for 200 days in theatres in Tamil Nadu. Then came Madhurey which was a average grosser at box office . It was in this year which Vijay began to portray his current mass-hero, stereotypical acting style, giving him a major turning point in his career. The following year had other major successes such as mega hit Thirupaachi, and a typical romantic jolly movie Sachin and a super hit Sivakasi.

Vijay's unsuccessful film since the release of Thirumalai was Aathi , which released in 2006. This film failed miserably at box-office. Later that year he announced Pokkiri, directed byPrabhu Deva, which released in 2007. Pokkiri had met almost the same success as Ghilli did,in which Vijay was given a different style to act as. This made Vijay receive an honorary doctorate title from the M. G. R. University. Later that year, Vijay appeared in Azhagiya Thamizh Magan, and for the first time, he appeared in dual roles, as the antagonist and protagonist. In 2008, he starred in Kuruvi, again under Dharani's direction.

The year 2009 started off with the action mass film Villu, which was directed by Prabhu Deva who was keen on working with him again after Pokkiri. The film, which had Vijay in dual roles for the second time in his career. Vijay's next film Vettaikkaaran, directed by Babu Sivan, produced by AVM Productions and distributed by Sun Pictures, which began filming in February 2009 and was released on December 18, 2009 to positive reviews.

Vijay is currently acting in Sura, in which he will co-star Tamanna Bhatia, directed by S. P. Rajakumar and produced by Sangili Murugan. Directors M. Raja and N. Lingusamy have also confirmed that they will be casting Vijay in their next respective films.

VIJAY AND SURYA UP FOR APRIL CLASH

2010-01-01T07:58:00.000-08:00

Both the actors Vijay and Surya were supposed to have a box office clash for Diwali 2009. But due to last minute changes, Vijays Vettaikaran was postponed to December while Aadhavan was released for Diwali.

Now, we hear that both the actor may have their upcoming films hitting screens together in April 2010.

Surya has almost completed shooting for Singam and buzz is that the films audio will be launched during last week of January. When it comes to Sura, Vijay himself has confirmed that his film will be released on April 14.

Its worth mentioning that Sura is Vijays 50th film while Singam will be Suryas 25th film.

VIJAY - SURYA COMING TOGETHER?

2010-01-01T07:44:00.000-08:00

It is season for two hero subjects in Tamil. Soon after the news of Simbhu- Sibiraj coming together comes the news of Vijay- Surya coming together. Vijay and Surya acted in Neruku Ner . Though it was not a Agninatchiram the film did not bomb. Next they came again in Friends which too was a hit.

Anandhi pictures the one time sucessful producers fallen on bad days met SAC and Shivakumar and asked them to help them out by asking their children to act in a film for them. Both the father’s coaxed their sons to do a good deed. Now Vijay- Surya will act for Anandhi films . selection of subject and director is underway.

happy VIJAY

2009-12-31T17:52:00.000-08:00

Ilayathalapathi Vijay says that though all the songs in his latest release Vettaikaran have turned out to be chartbusters, his favorite among the lot is Puli Urumuthu. The actor is happy over the film’s music and says that the credit for making it a huge success goes to the music director Vijay Anthony.

Vijay attributes the success of Vettaikaran not only to the film’s director and producer but also to Sun Pictures. If the film has not been promoted the way it was done by the Sun Pictures, it would have been impossible to get the opening it got now, he adds.

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As you guys all known that Illayathalapathy Vijay's next movie titled as Sura and the movie starts rolling by September 18. The movie is all about the fishermen and in this film for the first time Vijay acting as a fishermen. The shooting of the film is about to start in the seashores of Chalakudi and the sets of the films are already put near the seashore and its ready for the shooting. The new look for Vijay in this film are released through a secret sources for your eyes. Watch and enjoy guys...!!!

VIJAY'S 50th FILM

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Vijay Acting his 50th Film Sura Directed By S p Raajkumar And Produced by Sangili Murugan
We hope the film goes to mega hit.all the best for vijay and entire team of sura.

Vijay has commenced shooting for his 50th movie 'Sura' in Kerala. The motion picture is going to by S P Raajkumar as well as fashioned by Sangili Murugan.

Captivatingly, it was Sangili Murugan who had fashioned the actor’s chartbuster 'Kadhalukku Mariyadhai' a decade ago. Rajkumar, who going to a couple of funny side capers ('En Purushan Kuzhandhai Madhiri' as well as 'Ponmanam') in advance, newly churned out 'Azhagarmalai' starring RK.

Tamannah the stage the ladylove of Vijay in the film which has Vadivelu in it. Manisharma has been roped in to keep count the music. The movie facial appearance Vijay in performance the role of a fisherman, according to trustworthy sources.

Vijay has commenced shooting for his 50th film 'Sura' in Kerala. The movie is directed by S P Raajkumar and produced by Sangili Murugan.

Interestingly, it was Sangili Murugan who had produced the actor’s blockbuster 'Kadhalukku Mariyadhai' a decade ago.Raajkumar, who directed a couple of comedy capers ('En Purushan Kuzhandhai Madhiri' and 'Ponmanam') earlier, recently churned out 'Azhagarmalai' starring RK.

Tamannah plays the ladylove of Vijay in the movie which has Vadivelu in it. Manisharma has been roped in to score the music. The movie features Vijay playing the role of a fisherman, according to reliable sources.

Vettaikkaran trailer

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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fwHjhN7qP2M

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Much prior to Vijay’s ‘Vettaikaran’ hitting the screens, here is great news for the actor and his fans as well. Close sources have confirmed that Sun Pictures has shown keen interest in acquiring the rights of Vijay’s 50th film ‘Sura’.

‘Sura’ features Vijay and Thamannah in the lead roles and is directed by S.P. Rajkumar. The director S.P. Rajkumar is making his comeback in Kollywood taking a sabbatical after ‘Azhagar Malai’. First schedule of the film was recently completed and the entire crew is busily shooting for the following schedules in Pondicherry and Vizag.

According to the trade reports, ‘Vettaikaran’ has been sold out for a big price and it has gradually encouraged Sun Pictures to ink a deal with Vijay’s ‘Sura’ as well.

ILAYA THALAPATHY VIJAY

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Vijay has become the commanding force of the Tamil industry with popularity and business support next only to the superstar Rajinikanth. But, the success and the adulation did not happen overnight. His journey has met with several obstacles and failures. His determination and self-confidence have brought him the laurels. Vijay comes from a family which has strong experience in the film industry. Father, S. A. Chandrasekaran is a popular director and mother Shoba is an accomplished playback singer. Vijay has a soft corner for anyone who answers to the name Vidya for it is the name of his sister who died when she was just two. He made his debut as a child artiste in the film, Vetri. His first film as hero was Nalaiya theerpu. He has acted in 48 films so far. Films like Rasigan, Senthurappandi and Deva made him the badshah of B and C centres while Kadhalukku mariyadhai, Poove unakkaga, Once more, Gilli, etc. made his appeal sore among the urban audience.

He is the youngest actor to have won the MGR award from the Tamil Nadu Government and Kalaimamani title. His inspiration are MGR’s Nadodi mannan, Rajini’s Annamalai and Vijayakanth’s Sattam oru iruttarai and Vanathaippola. Vijay is talented in all aspects of acting like dance, action and emoting. He has worked with perseverance to hone his skills and prove his detractors wrong. At 31, he is the youngest star to have completed 48 films and already there is competition about who would produce his 50th film.

Vijay has excellent rapport with his peers Ajith, Prasanth and Surya.A shy and intensely private person, Vijay has steered clear of any controversy. He is happily married to London-born Sangeetha. They have a son, Jason Sanjay and a just-born daughter. A total family man, he prefers spending his free time with his wife and kids and can only be rarely seen in filmi gatherings. He is an accomplished sportsperson who can play basketball, football, cricket and volleyball. He plumps for idli and dosa with coriander chutney and hogs on seafood, chicken, tandoori and Chinese dishes. There were several pinpricks about his appearance and doubts about his talent. He has steadily strode to thrash them out and today is a leading star with mass appeal. Behind the smile is the sweat of perseverance.

CAREER

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Vijay's career graph has been markedly different from Ajith's. While Ajith's has had several ups and downs (think of a sine wave!), Vijay's has been a slow but steady rise to the top followed by a steep decline. He had the immense advantage of having a popular director as his father and so, found an easy entry into films. It was his father S.A.Chandrasekhar who introduced him as a hero in Naalaya Theerppu in 1992. But he did not stop there and continued to make several movies with his son as hero. Though these movies (in most of which Vijay was paired with Sangavi) were steeped in vulgarity and unabashedly targeted the front benchers, they achieved the important objective of keeping Vijay in the public eye.

Vijay's real break came with Vikraman's Poove Unakkaaga. The movie rewrote box-office records and Vijay, who departed from his typical roles to play a soft-spoken, lovelorn youngster, found his ticket to stardom. He perfected the role in movies like Love Today and Nilaave Vaa and gradually found increased acceptance among the fairer sex too. The peak that I mentioned before in his career was undoubtedly Fazil's Kaadhalukku Mariyaadhai. The movie was a blockbuster and the latest in a string of hits that placed Vijay in the hallowed company of Rajnikanth and Kamalahassan as far as the distributors were concerned. At that point, he could do no wrong as even Priyamudan, where he played a negative character of a youth obsessed with a woman, became a hit.

Vijay's downfall started with 1999's Endrendrum Kaadhal. His movies started falling like nine pins and he must have seen the writing on the wall with the failure of Minsaara Kannaa, which was helmed by hit director K.S.Ravikumar. His father hastened his downfall with the terrible Nenjinile. The last nail in the coffin, so to speak, was Fassil's Kannukkul Nilavu. The failure of this movie, which brought together the same team that was behind Kaadhalukku Mariyaadhai, has shaken Vijay's confidence. But his personal life has always been on an even keel and he was recently married to Sangeetha after an arranged alliance. Memories are notoriously short in Kodambakkam where an actor or actress is only as good as their last hit. With Kushi too being a disappointment at the box-office, Vijay is desperately looking for a hit for some time now to get back into the race and make things interesting for the viewers. He has several releases this year like Friends, remake of a Malayalam superhit and Priyamaanavale, reteaming him with Simran. Lets hope these push him back into the race.

MUSICAL RECORDINGS

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In some of his movies, Vijay is also playback singer. Most of his tracks are of folk Musical Recordings

2005 : Vaadi Vaadi Kaipadaatha CD : Sachein
2002 : Podaango Podaango : Bhagavathy
2002 : Hot Party : Thanizhan
2001 : Ennoda Laila : Badri
2000 : Mississippi Nadhi : Priyamanavaley
1999 : Thanga Niraththukku : Nenjiniley
1998 : Akkuthe Akkuthe : Nilaave Vaa
1998 : Chandhira mandalathai : Nilaave Vaa
1997 : O Baby Baby : Kaadhalukku Mariyaadhai
1997 : Anjaam number : Kaalamellam Kaathiruppen
1996 : Chicken curry : Selva
1996 : Thiruthani Ponaa : Maanbumighu Maanavan
1996 : Bombay Party : Coimbatore Maapillae
1995 : Doddabetta Rottumela : Vishnu
1994 : Kothagiri : Deva
1994 : Oru Kaditham :Deva
1994 : bombay city : Rasigan

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2009 - Vettaikkaran

2009 - Villu

2008 - Kuruvi

2007 - Azhagiya Tamil Magan ( Secret)

2007 - Pokiri (Pandu)

2006 - Aathi (Aathi)

2005 - Sivakasi (Sivakasi)

2005 - Sukran (Sukran)

2005 - Sachein

2005 - Thirupaachi

2004 -Madhurey

2004 -Ghilli

2004 -Udhaya

2003 -Thirumalai

2003 -Pudhiya Geethai

2003 -Vaseegara

2002 -Bagavathi

2002 -Youth

2002 -Thamizhan

2001 -Shajahan

2001 -Badhri

2001 -Friends

2000 -Priyamanavale

2000 -Khushi

2000 -Kannukkul Nilavu

1999 -Minsara Kanna

1999 -Nenjinile

1999 -Endrendrum Kadhal

1999 -Thulladha Manamum Thullum

1998 -Nilaave Vaa

1998 -Priyamudan

1998 -Ninaithen Vandhai

1997 -Kadhalukku Mariyadhai

1997 -Nerrukku Ner

1997 -Once More

1997 -Love Today

1997 -Kaalamellam Kaathiruppen

1996 -Selva

1996 -Maanbumigu Maanavan

1996 -Vasantha Vaasal

1996 -Poove Unakkaga'

1996 -Coimbatore Maaple

1995 -Chandralekha

1995 -Vishnu

1995 -Rajavin Parvaiyile

1994 -Deva

1994 -Rasigan

1993 -Sendhoorapandi

1992 -Naalaya Theerpu

FILMOGRAPHY

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