Kamal Haasan, Vikram Prabhu congratulate Suriya for Academy honour

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Actors Kamal Haasan and Vikram Prabhu were among scores of people from the Tamil film industry who congratulated actor Suriya for having been invited by the prestigious Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, which presents the Oscar Awards each year, to join it in 2022.

Taking to Twitter, actor Kamal Haasan, considered to be one of the iconic actors in the film industry, wrote: “Glad my brother Suriya treads the ground of stars. In spite of gravity, which makes wings weak. We created angels and stars. Hence be a proud brother to join the crowd of excellence.”

Suriya responded to Kamal’s tweet, saying: “Thank you anna.” Only recently, Kamal had presented his favorite Rolex watch was present to Suriya for his mind-blowing performance in the blockbuster ‘Vikram’.

Kamal Haasan wasn’t the only one to congratulate Suriya. Actor Vikram Prabhu, the grandson of the legendary Sivaji Ganesan, too took to Twitter to congratulate Suriya.

Quoting Suriya’s acceptance tweet to the Academy, he wrote, “This is wonderful news anna! Congratulations! Wishing our industry’s deserving work gets more recognition in the coming years! This is for Tamil Nadu. This is for India!”

‘Panni Kutty’ cleared for release with clean ‘U’ certificate

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Director Anucharan’s much-awaited entertainer ‘Panni Kutty’, featuring comedians Yogi Babu and Karunakaran in the lead, has been cleared for release by the Censor Board of Film Certification with a clean ‘U’ certificate.

Lyca Productions, the firm producing the film, made the announcement on social media. On its Twitter timeline, the firm said, “‘Panni Kutty’ is censored with a clean ‘U’ and is ready to meet you all at the cinemas on July 8th.”

The film, whose title in English means ‘piglet’, has created interest for several reasons. The first among them is that director Anucharan Murugaiyan’s just released web series on Prime Video, ‘Suzhal -The Vortex’ has garnered a lot of praise.

Apart from the two comedians playing the lead, the film also has several other comedians in its cast, giving rise to the hope that it will be a laugh riot.

This apart, the film will mark the return of well-known Tamil orator and comedian Dindugal Leoni back to the big screen.

The theatrical rights of the comedy film for the states of Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Karnataka have already been acquired by Dr. Prabhu Thilak’s 11:11 productions.

Shot by cinematographer Sathish Murugan, Panni Kutty has music by K and has been edited by director Anucharan himself.

 

Suriya accepts Academy’s invite, thanks Tamil Nadu CM for wishes

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Actor Suriya has written to the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, which presents the Oscar Awards each year, accepting its invitation to join it in 2022.

Taking to Twitter, Suriya responded to a tweet from the Academy saying: “Thank you The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences for the invitation, which I humbly accept. My heartfelt thanks to all those who wished me, will always strive to make you all proud!!”

The actor also thanked Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin who had wished him the unique honour.

Thanking the Chief Minister in Tamil, he wrote: “Your wishes not only make me happy but also underline my responsibility. I will continue to strive to deliver good films. My heartfelt gratitude for your love.”

On Wednesday, Stalin, while congratulating Suriya, had said that the latter had become the first South Indian actor to receive an invite from the prestigious Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences to be a part of it.

The invite was a recognition of Suriya’s evolved acting skills and his choice of stories that were focused on societal well-being, he added.

Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences invites Suriya to be a part of it.

5 women burnt alive as high tension power lines fall on three wheeler in AP

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At least five women were reportedly burnt alive in Andhra Pradesh’s Satyasai when high tension power lines snapped and fell on a three-wheeler vehicle passing by.

All the victims were farm laborers who were traveling from Gundampalli to work in the sweet lime farms at Chillakondayyapalli in the district.

One survivor was rushed to a hospital in Dharmavaram town. His condition is stated to be serious.

Police have reached the spot and registered a case.

Further investigation into the mishap is underway.

 

Tamil Nadu CM Stalin congratulates Suriya on being invited by the Academy

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Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin congratulated actor Suriya, who on Wednesday became the first actor from south India to receive an invite from the prestigious Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, which presents the Oscar Awards each year, to join it in 2022.

The Tamil Nadu Chief Minister, while congratulating Suriya, said, the latter had become the first south Indian actor to receive an invite from the prestigious Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, which determines the winners of the Oscar Awards each year, to be a part of it.

The invite, the Chief Minister said, was a recognition of Suriya’s evolved acting skills and his choice of stories that were focused on societal well-being.

Late on Tuesday, the Academy released the list of 397 distinguished artists and executives it had invited to join the organization in 2022.

Membership selection, the Academy said, was based on professional qualifications, “with an ongoing commitment to representation, inclusion, and equity.”

This year’s class of invitees includes 71 Oscar nominees, including 15 winners.

 

Kartik Aaryan was overwhelmed by the global response to ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2’ on OTT

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Bollywood actor Kartik Aaryan says he feels overwhelmed by the response he is receiving from the global audience after his latest film “Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2” was released on the OTT platform Netflix.

The film was released in the theatre on May 20 and received huge success at the box office. Now that the film is released on Netflix, and is topping the list of non-English films among the global audience, Kartik said: “It’s been absolutely surreal to see the support from my fans, and so exciting to witness the appreciation pouring in from audiences all around the world.

“Our film is trending as the number one Non-English film globally and in 19 countries since its release on Netflix. BB2 continues to get so much love in cinemas even today and it feels even more special when this love becomes universal and people around the world are connecting to it through the internet and breaking the language barrier.”

Adding to that, producer Bhushan Kumar said: “My heart is full of gratitude as Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2 becomes the #1 non-English film globally on Netflix. It’s wonderful to see audiences in 190 countries enjoying the film on Netflix, and we hope to continue entertaining more and more fans in different parts of the world!”

The horror-comedy, starring Kartik Aaryan, Tabu, Kiara Advani, Rajpal Yadav, and Sanjay Mishra among others.

 

SS Rajamouli launches trailer of Lavanya Tripathi-starrer ‘Happy Birthday’

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‘RRR’ director S.S. Rajamouli on Wednesday launched the theatrical trailer of Lavanya Tripathi-starrer ‘Happy Birthday’.

“Ritesh Rana ‘s surreal comedy and @kaalabhairava7’s intoxicating music. A potent combination for a box office success. Ritesh is creating a niche for himself. Fantastic trailer. My best wishes to @Itslavanya and others. #HappyBirthday,” Rajamouli wrote on social media, as he shared the trailer of ‘Happy Birthday’.

The trailer shows a tavern where no one is allowed unless they carry a gun, introducing the viewers to the crazy world of weapons.

The main protagonists of the movie make an attempt to snatch a lighter with diamond accents. Well, aside from introducing the major characters, the trailer pretty much sums up the humor in the story.

The ‘Happy Birthday’ theatrical teaser teases the non-stop excitement that moviegoers can expect in the theatres. Even though the plot appears to lack any semblance of logic, it is obvious that Ritesh Rana’s frictional fragmentation is intended to amuse the viewer.

Written and directed by Ritesh Rana, and starring Lavanya Tripathi and Vennela Kishore in lead roles, ‘Happy Birthday’ is scheduled to premiere on July 8.

Is ‘KGF’ star Yash doing a cameo in Prabhas-starrer ‘Salaar’? Rumours abound!

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Of late, there have been talks that ‘KGF’ actor Yash will make a brief appearance in Prabhas’ most-anticipated action-thriller ‘Salaar’. Insiders claim that director Prashant Neel has a ploy for ‘Salaar’, in which he could accommodate ‘Rocky Bhai’ Yash in a cameo alongside Prabhas.

If the rumors are confirmed, it will be South India’s biggest collaboration, as both pan-India stars Prabhas and Yash will be seen in a single frame. As the talks about this possible cameo of Yash in ‘Salaar’ has sparked discussions online, folks think it would be a wonderful treat for the fans and audience to see the legends together on screen.

‘Salaar’ is being made under the banner of Hombale Films, with Vijay Kiragandur producing the movie on a large scale. The film will see Prithviraj Sukumaran, Sruthi Haasan, and Jagapathi Babu playing significant roles. Prabhas will be seen in an unusual role, while Prashanth Neel will direct the big-ticket movie.

Khushbu urges caution in reporting Vidyasagar’s death

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producer and politician Khushbu Sundar on Wednesday urged the media to report responsibly after a section of it wrongly reported that Vidyasagar, the husband of actress Meena, had passed away due to Covid.

Vidyasagar (48) had been admitted to a private hospital in Chennai for a lung ailment.

Taking to Twitter, the actress said, “I very humbly request the media to be (a) little responsible. Meena’s husband had Covid three months back. Covid worsened his lung condition. Please do not send out the wrong message and create any kind of fear or cause flutter by saying we lost Sagar to Covid. Yes, we need to be cautious, but please.”

The actress also expressed her condolences to the actress and her family.

She wrote, “Waking up to terrible news. Heartbroken to learn actor Meena’s husband, Sagar, is no more with us. He was battling a lung ailment for a long. My heart goes out to Meena and her young daughter. Life is cruel. At a loss of words to express grief. My deepest condolences to the family. #RIP”

The funeral of Vidyasagar is to take place on Wednesday at the Besant Nagar Crematorium in Chennai.

Actress Pavitra Lokesh lodges complaint with K’taka Cyber police

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Multilingual actress from Karnataka Pavitra Lokesh, who is in news for alleged links with Tollywood actor and Telugu superstar Mahesh Babu’s brother, has lodged a complaint with the cybercrime police in Mysuru, police said on Wednesday.

She has stated in her complaint that many fake accounts have been created in her name and defamatory posts have come up in those accounts. Lokesh has also stated that miscreants after creating fake accounts are spreading rumours and false news about her.

The cyber crime police have lodged a complaint in this regard and taken up the investigation. Pavitra Lokesh, daughter of senior Kannada actor Late Mysuru Lokesh, is an established small-screen as well as a big-screen actor in Kannada and Telugu languages.

She has made a mark in both industries as a character artist. Her husband Suchendra Prasad and brother Aadi Lokesh have also established actors in the Kannada film industry.

It was rumoured that Tollywood actor Naresh is in relation with Pavitra Lokesh. Naresh has already been married 3 times and divorced three times. Pavitra Lokesh has divorced her first husband and is presently living with her second husband.

The rumours and media reports claim that Pavitra Lokesh and Naresh have married secretly.