Kamal launches T4 audio

A galaxy of stars including Kamal Haasan gathered under one-roof at Sathyam Cinemas today for the audio launch of ‘Thiru Thiru Thuru Thuru’ (T4).
Directed by debutante Nandhini, the movie has music by Mani Sharma. Starring Ajmal and Rupa Manjeri, T4 is produced jointly by Sathyam Cinemas and Real Image.
Speaking after releasing the audio, Kamal Haasan said, 'we have unfortunately confined a great actor like Sivaji Ganesan (who belonged to 20th century breed of performers) to mere 19th century by stereo-typing him. Hope it doesn't happen me. I choose to surrender myself to directors'.
On the films that are being made in Tamil cinema these days, Kamal Haasan, said, 'the fans have to raise their voice. They should express in a stern voice to directors that they want good quality films from them'.
He predicted that future of Tamil cinema would be digital and the technology should be welcomed.
Also spoke on the occasion include producer and theatre-owner Abhirami Ramanathan, 'Editor' Mohan, actor Jeyam Ravi, directors K S Ravikumar, Goutham Menon and Mysskin.
Ajmal and Nandhini were also present on the occasion.

source:indiaglitz.com

Kamal and Rajini at the Kannada Film Platinum Jubilee

On the first day of the Platinum Jubilee function of the Kannada film industry, Kamal Haasan was the chief guest, it was Rajini’s turn on the second day. Kamal was felicitated by the Chief Minister of Karnataka Yedurappa, with a shawl and a silver memento. Kamal during his speech said that he would like to participate in the 100th year celebrations too. Speaking at the function, Rajini said that he is keen to work in a Kannada film. The superstar added that such an opportunity would be godsend.
Rajinikanth said in the Tamil film industry movies are mostly based on the novels of well-known authors, but this trend has not caught up with the Kannada film world. The actor disclosed that he wanted to don the role of Muddanna from the novel Raktha Rathiri. Are the producers and directors listening? (behindwoods .com)

Don't mix art with politics, urges Kamal Haasan

Bangalore, Tamil superstar Kamal Haasan struck the right chords with fans at the Kannada film industry's platinum jubilee celebrations by urging politicians of Karnataka and Tamil Nadu not to mix art with politics.
"Let us put in efforts to strengthen the relationship between the people of the two states. We are like brothers and let's solve the problems without the intervention of others," Kamal said in his inaugural speech Sunday evening. He also pointed out that Karnataka has given Tamil film industry great actors like Rajnikant. The actor's speech enthused Kannada film personalities as well. "Kamal has made a bold speech. I really liked his spirit when he started reading from his prepared speech. And I fully agree with Kamal's opinion that art and politics should not be mixed. Artistes should be kept away from the political incidents. I'm sure that Kamal will have many supporters in the Kannada film industry," said Vishnuvardhan. Actor Ramesh Arvind, who translated Kamal's speech into Kannada, said: "Kamal is not interested in politics. He always wants art and politics to be separated. And Kamal has a great liking for our culture and heritage." Karnataka Chief Minister B.S. Yeddyurappa had inaugurated the function. Apart from him many leading politicians from the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) were present at the function. But several well-known veteran Kannada artists were conspicuous by their absence. Tamil superstar Rajnikant too couldn't make it to the function despite the fact that he accepted the invitation. Kamal dominated the show and was a clear winner with the people clapping at each and every sentence that he spoke. There was a baton charge by the police to control the unruly crowd outside the venue which was marred by lack of planning. The four-hour cultural programme was the highlight of the evening. It was directed by Kannada film industry's most famous actor-director V. Ravichandran(source:bollywoodworld.com)

Kamal, Mohanlal & Venkatesh join hands

Kamal and Mohanlal will be seen together in Thalaivan Irukkiran, a redo of A Wednesday, a Hindi film. Kamal was recently spotted discussing the script and final schedules of the movie with Mohanlal which is being produced by Rajkamal productions and said to be directed by Chakri, an ad film maker based in US. The film will be shot both in Tamil and Telugu with Venkatesh taking Mohanlal’s place in the Telugu version.
The highlight of the movie is that it will have no women characters, except that of a TV anchor. Three names figure in the probable list, ‘Mirchi’ Suchitra, Veejay Pooja of SS music fame and Mallika Sherawat. Wonder who the lucky one is! Shooting will start from March 9 in Chennai and Mohanlal will join the crew on March 23. Later the Telugu version will be shot in Hyderabad. The film is expected to be shot in a relatively short span of time and make it to theatres by July

source:.behindwoods.com

Trisha and Kamal together in Milan!

Trisha will share the dais with Kamal very soon, though not the screen space so far! Milan 2009, a national-level cultural fest organized by the SRM University, will be kick started by film stars Trisha and Kamal Haasan. This two day fest will begin on 13th February. Several students across the Indian States are expected to participate in this event. On the last day of the fest (15th February 2009) Singer Asha Bhosle will distribute the Sivaji Ganesan awards to the winners.

source:behindwoods.com

A new "Lal-Kamal combination"

’Ulaga Nayagan’ Kamal Hassan has always expressed his interest to work with Malayalam superstar Mohanlal. In 2000, he invited Mohanlal to play the role of a psychiatrist in his box-office winner Thenali, but Mohanlal politely declined the offer. Eventually, the role went to Malayalam actor Jayaram.

Again in 2006, there were reports that these acting legends might come together with Keertichakra II, a sequel of Keertichakra (2006) directed by Major Ravi. Unfortunately, it never came true! "Good things happen over time, great things happen all at once." Well, the fans will now lucky be enough to witness their much-awaited "Lal-Kamal combination" which will be one of the biggest unions in South Indian cinema.
The Malayalam superstar, who’s celebrating a high time at the Malayalam film industry box office with a continuous success of his recent releases Kurukshetra and multi-starrer Twenty:20, has agreed to don a role alongside Kamal Hassan in his upcoming venture Thalaivan Irukkiraan, to be produced by Gemini Films Circuit.
Reports said that Mohanlal met Kamal Hassan last week in Chennai and discussed the film, to be written and directed by Kamal Hassan himself. Mohanlal has in-principle agreed to do this an action-packed adventure film which will also feature Bollywood star Rishi Kapoor and Telugu action hero Venkatesh. According to initial information, the film will be shot in US and Switzerland. The music is by A.R. Rahman. More details will be known after a meeting to be convened in Chennai next week.
The new development came after Kamal Hassan’s much-talked about big budget venture Marmayogi was shelved due to lack of funds. Anyway, Thalaivan Irukkiraan will be a treat as two of the finest actors in contemporary Indian cinema will be coming together for the first time