Shooting for a folk song is going on full fledge in Mankatha. Premgiamaren is involved with his co-stars in this song. Premgi commented "Too much dancing in mankatha folk song, full body pain, can some one buy me a beer ???"
Wednesday, December 29, 2010
Saturday, December 18, 2010
Friday, December 17, 2010
Mankatha Is Not Dropped : Venkat Prabhu
Published in Times Of India daily paper dated Dec 18, 2010
For all those who were upset about rumours that the shoot for Mankatha had been stalled, here's some good news.
Contrary to what a few media reports had claimed, work on Thala Ajith's 50th film is on in full swing. Rubbishing reports which had claimed that the film's shooting had been stalled due to financial constraints, the director of the film Venkat Prabhu clarifies, "I was really disturbed when I read those reports in a magazine, especially when the shoot for the film is going smoothly. We finished our Bangkok schedule and we are erecting a set in Chennai now, which looks like Dharavi in Mumbai. It's true that rain played spoilsport on one day and we had to cancel shoot. But that does not mean that we have financial constraints! When we have almost completed our talkie portions and the songs are ready, how can one spread rumours like these?"
The director also adds that Action King Arjun will replace Nagarjuna in this film for a pivotal role. "Nagarjuna could not juggle his dates and so we had to rope in Arjun for the role. It's an action subject with an ensemble cast comprising Trisha, Lakshmi Rai, Vaibhav and Premgi to name a few. I am also introducing two new actors, both of whom have significant roles in the story. And the best part is that one of Mahakavi Bharathiar's great grandsons, Niranjan Bharathi, has penned lyrics for the album of Mankatha along with Vaali and my father Gangai Amaran. It's actually a great honour to have someone from that family on board," enthuses Venkat Prabhu.
Venkat Prabhu is also upbeat about the music of the album. "Yuvan Shankar has done a fabulous job in the film. I've also plans to include an item number for the film, for which I'll be roping in a big name. The audio launch is likely to be in March and the film is expected to hit the screens in May. Mankatha will be a special summer release," concludes the director.
For all those who were upset about rumours that the shoot for Mankatha had been stalled, here's some good news.
Contrary to what a few media reports had claimed, work on Thala Ajith's 50th film is on in full swing. Rubbishing reports which had claimed that the film's shooting had been stalled due to financial constraints, the director of the film Venkat Prabhu clarifies, "I was really disturbed when I read those reports in a magazine, especially when the shoot for the film is going smoothly. We finished our Bangkok schedule and we are erecting a set in Chennai now, which looks like Dharavi in Mumbai. It's true that rain played spoilsport on one day and we had to cancel shoot. But that does not mean that we have financial constraints! When we have almost completed our talkie portions and the songs are ready, how can one spread rumours like these?"
The director also adds that Action King Arjun will replace Nagarjuna in this film for a pivotal role. "Nagarjuna could not juggle his dates and so we had to rope in Arjun for the role. It's an action subject with an ensemble cast comprising Trisha, Lakshmi Rai, Vaibhav and Premgi to name a few. I am also introducing two new actors, both of whom have significant roles in the story. And the best part is that one of Mahakavi Bharathiar's great grandsons, Niranjan Bharathi, has penned lyrics for the album of Mankatha along with Vaali and my father Gangai Amaran. It's actually a great honour to have someone from that family on board," enthuses Venkat Prabhu.
Venkat Prabhu is also upbeat about the music of the album. "Yuvan Shankar has done a fabulous job in the film. I've also plans to include an item number for the film, for which I'll be roping in a big name. The audio launch is likely to be in March and the film is expected to hit the screens in May. Mankatha will be a special summer release," concludes the director.
‘Thala’ at Binny Mills
Binny Mills at Perambur has of late become the preferred destination of Kollywood filmmakers. Since shooting is taking place non-stop there, the premises is being fondly called as Kodambakkam of north Chennai.
Currently, the shooting of Ajith’s 50th film ‘Mankatha’ is going on at Binny Mills and this has become an enough reason to make the destination a hot and happening place.
As soon as they came to know that their ‘Thala’ has come to the area, Ajith fans thronged Binny Mills to have a glimpse of their matinee idol. It is said a stunt sequence is at present being shot there and Ajith has been giving his best to it.
Courtesy: Indiaglitz
Tuesday, December 14, 2010
AJITH FIGHTS, MANKATHA TEAM WATCHES
Mankatha and the crew can never go away from the spotlight. While we were just wondering what they are up to, here comes news about their whereabouts. Industry sources claim that the Mankatha team is very much in Chennai; but busy with shooting. Yes, the team is in action mode and are canning fight sequences in Binny Mills, Chennai.
It is also being told that the shooting will go on for a week and the director plans to wrap all important fight sequences during this time. It can be recalled that the shooting was delayed last week due to incessant rains in the city. Where the team are headed to after Binny Mills? We will keep you updated!
Courtesy : Behindwoods
It is also being told that the shooting will go on for a week and the director plans to wrap all important fight sequences during this time. It can be recalled that the shooting was delayed last week due to incessant rains in the city. Where the team are headed to after Binny Mills? We will keep you updated!
Courtesy : Behindwoods
Sunday, December 12, 2010
Day Shooting Starts from December 13
Till date, the shooting for Ajith's upcoming flick "Mankatha" has been going on in the night. Ajith's intro song was shot in Bangkok. The second phase of the shooting was scheduled in Hyderabad and later changed to Chennai. From December 13th the shooting is going to proceed in the day in Chennai. Most important scenes of the movie are expected to be shot in this schedule.
Mahat Ragavendhra With Ajith at Mankatha
Wednesday, December 8, 2010
Mankatha scheduled for May release?
From Deccan Chronicle
Mankatha scheduled for May release?
The shooting for Ajith’s 50th film Mankatha, directed by Venkat Prabhu, is progressing at a smooth pace. After the schedule in Bangkok, the unit is back in Chennai to shoot some important scenes in the movie, apparently a song sequence featuring Lakshmi Rai is also likely to be shot in the city. The shooting for this Ajith-Trisha starrer is currently taking place at a studio in Chennai and also at a location in Old Mahabalipuram Road. According to the buzz in the industry, the film is likely to release on Ajith’s birthday next year — May 1, 2011.
Mankatha scheduled for May release?
The shooting for Ajith’s 50th film Mankatha, directed by Venkat Prabhu, is progressing at a smooth pace. After the schedule in Bangkok, the unit is back in Chennai to shoot some important scenes in the movie, apparently a song sequence featuring Lakshmi Rai is also likely to be shot in the city. The shooting for this Ajith-Trisha starrer is currently taking place at a studio in Chennai and also at a location in Old Mahabalipuram Road. According to the buzz in the industry, the film is likely to release on Ajith’s birthday next year — May 1, 2011.
Monday, December 6, 2010
Mankatha Second Shooting Schedule in Chennai
Ajith’s 50th golden jubilee film, Venkat Prabhu directed Mankatha’s second schedule is to start in a Chennai studio from December 6. Earlier it was planned in Hyderabad but the spot has been changed. Due to heavy rain in Chennai the shooting has not started yet. A huge set has been put up and important scenes are likely to be canned during this schedule. Venkat Prabhu has roped in ‘Action King’ Arjun to play an important role in the film, which was earlier to be done by Nagarjuna.
Mankatha, a multi starrer has now Ajith, Arjun, Trisha, Lakshmi Rai, Sneha and Premji Amaran. The first schedule of the film took place last month in Bangkok. The title song of the film composed by Yuvan Shankar Raja ‘Vilayadu Mangatha’ was shot there featuring Ajith , Lakshmi Rai and some foreigners. Mankatha produced by Dhyanidhi Alagiri’s Cloud Nine is likely to be the big summer release on May 1, 2011 which also happens to be Ajith’s birthday.
Mankatha, a multi starrer has now Ajith, Arjun, Trisha, Lakshmi Rai, Sneha and Premji Amaran. The first schedule of the film took place last month in Bangkok. The title song of the film composed by Yuvan Shankar Raja ‘Vilayadu Mangatha’ was shot there featuring Ajith , Lakshmi Rai and some foreigners. Mankatha produced by Dhyanidhi Alagiri’s Cloud Nine is likely to be the big summer release on May 1, 2011 which also happens to be Ajith’s birthday.
Sunday, December 5, 2010
Vaibhav Speaks About Mankatha
He made a mark as SP Charan's younger brother in his Tamil debut, Venkat Prabhu's Saroja. In Goa, he dramatically transformed from a village lad to a spunky Goan youth. In both these ventures, Vaibhav remained unlucky in love. But now, the tables have turned and the actor is romancing not one but two actresses in his next project, Eesan. Needless to say, he's grinning from ear-to-ear.
"Yes, I've two girls for company in this film. I play a cool, urban college student who loves to live life on his own terms. Director Sasikumar wanted someone who looked like a party animal. And since I'm that off-screen, he thought that I would fit the bill. In fact, Sasi said that he was looking for someone like me even when I was shooting for Goa," begins Vaibhav.
The actor, who started off his career in Tamil under the direction of his good friend Venkat Prabhu, reveals that Sasikumar was quite a taskmaster. "Both are extremely different when it comes to work. I never really felt that I was working while shooting with Venkat Prabhu. But Sasi was quite strict on the sets. He kept looking for perfection and would not let me relax until he got the right shot. However, he was a really cool person to work with."
Vaibhav joins Venkat's gang once again with Ajith's Mankatha, in which he essays a vital role. "I have not yet started shooting with Ajith sir but I'm way too scared. Though he is a humble person and has no airs of being star, the very thought of acting with him is making me nervous. Since it's going to be a gangster subject, I have to really look tough in front of Ajith sir. Venkat Prabhu has asked me to put on weight. From the moment he said those words, I've been only eating and sleeping," he chuckles.
The actor, who has done solo hero projects in Telugu, is yet to sign similar ones in Tamil. Quiz him why and pat comes the reply, "I am receiving offers but I do not want to take up a project just for the sake of it. I want to make my debut as a solo hero in Tamil with a bang. I'm not in a hurry."
Courtesy: Times of India
"Yes, I've two girls for company in this film. I play a cool, urban college student who loves to live life on his own terms. Director Sasikumar wanted someone who looked like a party animal. And since I'm that off-screen, he thought that I would fit the bill. In fact, Sasi said that he was looking for someone like me even when I was shooting for Goa," begins Vaibhav.
The actor, who started off his career in Tamil under the direction of his good friend Venkat Prabhu, reveals that Sasikumar was quite a taskmaster. "Both are extremely different when it comes to work. I never really felt that I was working while shooting with Venkat Prabhu. But Sasi was quite strict on the sets. He kept looking for perfection and would not let me relax until he got the right shot. However, he was a really cool person to work with."
Vaibhav joins Venkat's gang once again with Ajith's Mankatha, in which he essays a vital role. "I have not yet started shooting with Ajith sir but I'm way too scared. Though he is a humble person and has no airs of being star, the very thought of acting with him is making me nervous. Since it's going to be a gangster subject, I have to really look tough in front of Ajith sir. Venkat Prabhu has asked me to put on weight. From the moment he said those words, I've been only eating and sleeping," he chuckles.
The actor, who has done solo hero projects in Telugu, is yet to sign similar ones in Tamil. Quiz him why and pat comes the reply, "I am receiving offers but I do not want to take up a project just for the sake of it. I want to make my debut as a solo hero in Tamil with a bang. I'm not in a hurry."
Courtesy: Times of India
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