Rajini under Pressure

Rajini Under Pressure, Meets Fans on October 3rd

One and only superstar of Indian Cinema Rajinikanth returned home from U.S.A on September 27 after the first schedule of filming Endhiran. Couple of songs set to tunes by A.R.Rahman were shot in U.S.A., Peru, and Brazil.

Recent survey by Loyola College said that Rajinikanth’s popularity is decreasing in Tamil Nadu. Buzz is that Superstar of Indian Cinema would meet office bearers of his fans association at his Raghavendra Kalayana mandapam in Kodambakkam to chalk out a strategy to regain his lost popularity on October 3rd.

On Monday Rajni fans have created big turmoil at his residence asking him to set up new political party. One can see many posters around Chennai in regards to this.(see the pics )

Book on Sivaji “Sivaji Ganesan: Profile of an Icon” Released

A new book by S. Theodore Baskaran “Sivaji Ganesan: Profile of an Icon” in the memory of Tamil actor Sivaji Ganesan, part of the ongoing series, which were released by producer A.V.M. Saravanan and movie directors Balu Mahendra and K. Bagyaraj.

The book chronicles the life of Sivaji Ganesan right from his childhood and the early days in the drama company, his foray into mainstream cinema and rise to stardom to his entry into politics and brush with his rival MGR.
“This book has been written in English because people in other countries are now closely watching Indian cinema. This will help them know about our cinema legends,” said Baskaran.

Bachchan’s The Unforgettable Tour – Toronto July 18

Amitabh Bachchan, Abhishek Bachchan, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Preity Zinta and Ritesh Deshmukh get set to kick off the first leg of their stage shows in Toronto on July 18, where they will be joined by Akshay Kumar.
The Unforgettable concert will be staged in Dubai in January 2009 as part of the second leg of the tour, which will be from December to February. It will put the stars on stage across Middle East, South East Asia and Australia.
Indian cinema’s superstars will reach out to fans across 6 continents & 18 countries

Best Movies Of Kamal Haasan

Kamal Haasan is considered among the leading actor of Indian cinema. Kamal Haasan’s breakthrough into lead acting came with his role in the 1975 drama, Apoorva Raagangal, in which he played a rebellious youth in love with an older woman.
Now, the latest buzz in the Indian film industry is his forthcoming film Dasavathaaram — Haasan acts in ten different roles.
As we await Kamal Haasan’s latest film, Dasavathaaram, here’s a look at some of the most memorable ones from the rediff list.

• Kalathur Kannamma (1960)
• Apoorva Raagangal (1975)
• 16 Vayathinile (1977)
• Moondram Pirai (1982)
• Sagara Sangamam (1983) – (Salangai Oli, in Tamil)
• Nayagan (1987) -[ Named one of the 100 Best Films of All Time, by TIME magazine ]
• Pushpak (1987) – (Pesum Padam, in Tamil)
• Apoorva Sahodarargal (1989)
• Michael Madana Kama Rajan (1991)
• Mahanadhi (1994)
• Indian (1996)

Birthday wishes to Ajith Kumar !

Ajith Kumar smartest and rare breed of actor who is more dedicated and hard worker in Indian Cinema, widely known as Ultimate Star or Thala celebrates his birthday today- May 1 (turns 37 today).
Ajith starred in few advertisements before he got the chance to act in films. He made his acting debut in the film Prema Pustagam (Telugu) in 1992 — followed by a Tamil film Amaravathi in the following year, his first lead role.
In addition to being an actor, Ajith is a race driver, having driven in Formula Three for a season and an active ambassador for the Green Revolution.
He married to his Amarkalam movie co-star Shalini in 2000. On January 3rd , 2008, the couple were blessed with a baby girl, Anoushka.
We wish the star happy birthday on behalf of extramirchi Fans!

Click here for exclusive Ajith Kumar and Shalani photos

My Trip to India: Jackie Chan The Real Story

Hollywood star of Chinese origin Jackie Chan has admitted in his official blog, that the audio launch function of Oscar Films upcoming movie Dasavatharam was most amazing and wonderful at Chennai, but he was extremely upset on the negative news reports on the Internet.
To set the record straight on his official blog Jackie Chan said ,

I have just returned from the most amazing and wonderful trip to Chennai, India, where I went to attend the audio launch of Oscar Films? upcoming movie Dasavatharam.
The movie, Dasavatharam, is truly a sight to behold. The story, directing, acting, camera work, special effects, everything about it is amazing. It really opened my eyes to modern Indian cinema. Of course I had seen Indian films before; I admire many of the actors, and really like the music and dancing. But this movie is really something else. Every element was amazing to me; and all the elements together just made a perfect and incredible movie! I won?t spoil anyone?s surprise by revealing the story now, since I think everyone should watch this movie. But I will say two things: watch for the environmental message, and all you directors in Hong Kong and China, watch this movie and start working harder than ever, because very soon now, Indian cinema will overtake us in the eyes of the international audience!
Because of my busy schedule, I had to leave Chennai the same night, after the event ended. I arrived in Beijing early the next morning and imagine my surprise when I was greeted with, ?We heard it didn?t go too well; are you okay?? I honestly had no idea what everyone was talking about. I?d had such a thrilling and interesting trip and everything had gone quite smoothly.
When I saw some of the news reports on the Internet, I was extremely upset. One article accused me of ridiculous things like refusing to drink India?s bottled water ? they said I brought my own imported mineral water – and of traveling with my own personal chefs because I refuse to eat Indian food. There were also reports of my so-called offensive behavior, dismissing the Indian stars and not talking to anyone. What complete nonsense! I have nothing but respect for Indian culture and Indian cinema, and even though I may not know all the stars by name or how to properly pronounce the names of the ones I do know, this has nothing to do with my admiration for them. And saying that I won?t eat Indian food! Nothing could be further from the truth; I adore Indian food, and in fact had two excellent meals on this trip and was so full I could barely leave my seat!
To the reporters who wrote those offensive articles, I say this: You say I brought my own water. What brand did I bring? You can find out from the housekeepers at the hotel whether I did such a thing. You say I refused to eat Indian food. Do your research and talk to the three butlers the hotel assigned to my room and ask them what I ate! You say I holed up in my air-conditioned hotel room, ignoring my hosts. Why would I travel all the way to India and refuse to leave my hotel room?
I?ve been in the public eye for many years and I have put up with a lot of ridiculous things written about me. I very seldom lash out at anyone. But truly, these irresponsible ?reporters? spoiled the memory of my trip, and I am so afraid that when my gracious and wonderful hosts read the lies, they may get the complete wrong impression of me and my feelings about them and about the event. Therefore, I am posting this message on my website immediately to set the record straight.

• Dasavatharam audio launch photos : Exclusive

Death of a Actress Soundarya: 4th Anniversary

It was on April 17 four years go that the most successful and talented actress Soundarya was killed in a plane mishap.
She was just 32 when the tragical incident that happened on april 17th 2004 in Bangalore. Soundarya - the only heroine who acted with all superstars of South Indian cinema died in a most unfortunate plane crash near Jakkur aerodrome.

She acted with almost all the top actors like superstar Rajnikanth, Kamal Haasan, Chiranjeevi , Balakrishna , Venkatesh , Nagarjuna etc.
This versatile actress began her career in Kannada before entering Kollywood and Tollywood.