January '06

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Among Tamil film makers of recent times, the name Cheran is one that shines like a beacon of hope. In some ways he has even outshone the likes of supremo Maniratnam and high-tech man Shankar, with his brilliant way of weaving a simple theme into a beautiful creation of art, minus the extravaganza of Shankar or the laboriousness of Maniratnam.

Kiss & Tell - Dying for Sneha? NAGRAVI CLARIFIES

It was reported that Nagravi attempted suicide in Chennai. This interview was conducted in a private hospital in Chennai...

Actor In Person - I Refused to act with Rajini - SATHYARAJ

Whatever may be the questions put forth to him, Sathyaraj has a knack for handling them in a casual way. Casual yes, but at the same time cautions too. He is particular that he does not insult or tease anyone with his words. We contacted Sathyaraj to understand his views on the recent developments in the Tamil film industry. His responses were well thought out, crisp and to the point Excerpts follow.

Actor Up Close - VIJAY The Rising Superstar?

Vijay's fortunes have skyrocketed with all his films of late being box office material. It's raining success for him again with Sivakasi proving to be a smashing money spinner.

Legend - The Silent Legend - RAJESH

How often have we come across a thespian who has not only done justice to his multi-faceted roles, but is also a sterling example of a good Samaritan, teacher and businessman rolled into one? Granted, his current popularity may not exactly set the silver screens alight, but in his heydays, often had the last laugh when it came to villainous and outstanding character roles.

Bollywood Actor - Daddy's Boy No More - ABHISHEK BACHCHAN

It took Kollywood's Mani Ratnam to provide the platform for Bollywood's heir to prove his mettle. Abhishek Bachchan's performance in Yuva earned him the Filmfare Best Supporting Actor Award and every other supporting actor award at major film award functions. Being the son of legends Amitabh Bachchan and Jaya Bachchan, and wearing the Bachchan's badge of honour, life perhaps was difficult for Abhishek in terms of meeting expectations of the audience and the film industry itself until Yuva came along that is.

Malayalam Singer- JASSIE Gift Returns

Jassie Gift made a dream debut as a singer cum music director in the Malayalam film industry with 4 the people. Nevertheless just when everybody thought he was going to stick around, Jassie sprang a surprise by disappearing after maiden film!

Bollywood Actress - Mallika Sherawat Goes Global

While many established Bollywood hotties like Aishwarya Rai and Sushmita Sen have long been planning their entry into the international arena, it is newcomer Mallika Sherawat who managed to do it through a Hong Kong action flick called The Myth,which stars Jackie Chan in the lead role. "It is the best international debut anyone can ask for. It's fantastic that I got a chance to work with Jackie as I could prove my capabilities at an international level,” the sexy star said. The film, which was launched at the Cannes Film Festival in May this year, made an overnight star out of Mallika who, although appeared only about ten minutes in the film, stole the thunder from Jackie and other co-stars. The film also took Mallika out of Mumbai to Hong Kong, Singapore, Cannes, Toronto and Malaysia to promote the film. Mallika who was in Kuala Lumpur twice recently (first, to promote The Myth in September and second, to shoot her upcoming film Shaadi Se Pehle (co-starring Akshaye Khanna and Suneil Shetty) a month later in various locations in Malaysia) dominated the local press as her stunning glamorous images were splashed across English, Malay, Chinese and Indian tabloids and magazines.

Telugu Acctress - LAYA Reflects Pristine Telugu Culture

Renuka Menon, Gopika and Meera Jasmine, to name a few - Malayalis who are taking stride into Tamil and Telugu. Meet Laya. One who hails from Andhra, she does exactly the opposite. Many have been swaying away from it, but Laya has bagged the meaty roles with the top heroes in Malayalam. She started out as a child artiste in Telugu with Bhadram Koduko and turned a heroine in Swayamvaram, setting the standards for the role of a traditional Telugu girl.