Tamil superstar Ajith's film 'Vidaamuyarchi' has finally hit the big screens today. The film which was supposed to be released last month got postponed due to unknown reasons. The film also stars Trisha Krishnan, Regina Cassandra and Arjun Sarja. Directed by Magiz Thirumeni, the action thriller marks Ajith's comeback. Undoubtedly, this is a moment of celebration for fans who get to see him on the big screen after such a long time. Fans gathered in larger numbers to catch the FDFS of Ajith's Vidaamuyarchi. Many reached the theatre well in advance to begin the celebrations. Fans were seen on the street outside theaters dancing to upbeat music while celebrating the release of the Tamil film. எங்க ஊரு கும்பகோணம் திருவிழா கொண்டாட்டம்@AjithAniKumTN68 #AjithKumar#VidaaMuyarchi #VidaamuyarchiFDFSpic.twitter.com/vAtt442OSt — Prakash (@prakashpins) February 5, 2025 1 AM show pota thaane night ey vanthu celebration pannuvinga nu atha cancel pannrom nu pannanumgaOkkali nee 4PM key show potalum night celebration thala padathuku irukum da 🥵🔥#VidaaMuyarchi #VidaaMuyarchiFDFS #Ajithkumar pic.twitter.com/maW4sSSKu6 — God (@__R0MAN__) February 5, 2025 Trisha was seen arriving at Vetrri theatre in Chennai to watch the film with the audience. South Queen @trishtrashers arrived at @VettriTheatres to watch #VidaaMuyarchiFDFS !!♥️ pic.twitter.com/ilbwFZ9BrV — Arun Vijay (@AVinthehousee) February 6, 2025 Crackers inside Theatres 🔥🔥🔥👇 Kola Mass 🔥 😎 Thala #Ajithkumar Da 💥G***tha ippo vanga da G...mla #VidaaMuyarchiBlockbuster#VidaamuyarchiFDFS | #VidaaMuyarchi pic.twitter.com/dC6pGpkxwH — KααℓαKαbαℓi TRENDS ™ (@Kaalakabali_ON) February 6, 2025 Fans react to Vidaamuyarchi after FDFS Sharing their review of the film, a fan wrote, "#Vidaamuyarchi is a high-octane thriller with Ajith Kumar in top form 🔥 Magizh Thirumeni’s direction is sharp, and Anirudh’s music amps up the excitement. A must-watch for fans ⭐️ 4/5 #VidaamuyarchiFDFS". Believe It Or Not, This Is NOT Tamil Nadu… This Is KARNATAKA! 🔥💥#VidaaMuyarchi#VidaamuyarchiFDFS pic.twitter.com/398dlrdYiR — Gypsy 🎭 (@Gypsy_1809) February 6, 2025 Another fan wrote, "Indian cinema at its very best. I thought they could only make movies like pushpa and RRR. This is damn brilliant and enlightening cinema. just happened to watch this masterpiece #VidaaMuyarchi in LA. kudos to whoever involved in this. (help: i wanna know the lead actor’s name)" "Manifesting another film in AK- Magizh Thirumeni 🙌. Despite certain shortcomings, #VidaaMuyarchi has shown that Magizh has a clear understanding of AK's strengths as an action hero. Their combination is poised to strike gold when they do an original film," another person said on X reviewing the film. About Vidaamuyarchi Ajith graced the big screen with a release after two years. His last release 'Thunivu' was in January 2023. The action star reportedly dedicated 121 days to this film and wanted to give people a good film that’ll entertain them. The film will also mark the reunion of Ajith and Arjun Sarja after 14 years. The latter plays the antagonist in the film. Ajith also reunites with Trisha in this film. The two have worked together in four films. They last shared screen in the 2015 film 'Yennai Arindhal' directed by Gautam Vasudev Menon. This movie is a remake of the 1997 Hollywood crime thriller Breakdown which starred Kurt Russell and was written and directed by Jonathan Mostoww. The tamil film has been changed to suit the native audience.
10 February,2025 05:54 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentRegina Cassandra is all set to bring her enigma to Vidaamuyarchi, where she stars opposite Ajith Kumar. When we sit down for a conversation with her, we talk about her character—an adventurous, thrill-seeking woman who keeps everyone on their toes. With shades of mystery surrounding her, the big question remains: is she a hero or a villain? Regina says, "That’s for the big screen but I did it because it's with Mr Ajith Kumar. And this is the first superstar from Tamil that I'm working with. This film itself, the journey of the film has been so enriching. Right from working with my director Magizh Thirumeni and placing my trust in him to write a character that I could actually do justice to. The confidence that he has had in me to pull off this part is so fun. She's so layered. I enjoyed every single dialogue. He had given me my script and I'd written all my doubts and questions and added things to this. The process for me was so enriching as an actor, in spite of it being a big budget superstar film. When you're playing a character like this, sometimes you might not be given that much importance. Sometimes your scenes could be cut. There could be so many things that could go wrong for me as an actor, which I have no control over at the end of the day. But the fact that I was that I could place my trust in my director to utilize and make me feel like no one could have played that role. I think that was the most important takeaway for me from this film." Ajith Kumar in Vidaamuyarchi The tone of the set runs from the superstar as well, she adds. “Having worked with him and seeing how he just carries himself and keeps the people around him on set is heartening. He's an inclusive person. He includes everyone in everything. Usually, if you see mainstream, massy movies, I feel the female parts are shabbily written. The quality of writing for me as an audience itself matters. The quality of writing at the end of the day when it comes to many characters. Where be it the South or North or whatever, you know, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, whatever, Kannada. If you see a very weakly written character, it's just why do you even have this person in the film? Coming to someone who has experienced these things, which is why I stress a lot on trusting my director. As a woman in this industry, as an actress in this industry, I go as far as placing my trust in my director. There have been many instances in the past where I felt let down by my directors, I feel like it just makes me sad. It just makes me feel detached from whatever I signed up for." Why don't we see her as much in Hindi, we ask. She laughs, “This is damn funny because in Hindi, I get asked this question. And in Tamil, I get asked this question. And in Telugu, I get asked this question, you know. There are three Hindi films of mine now and two are complete and ready for release and one is almost towards completion. I shot the other two Hindi films over the last two years. Actually for the last three years there is stuff that I've done. It's not in my hands and the release is definitely not in my hands. I'm hoping that it changes this year with Hindi. I would like the makers to in fact pay more attention to me. I have never networked for any of my films today, right from when I started. When I started off, the opportunities came to me because of the ton of short films I had done and they happened to be all over the Internet back in 2008. I've never felt the need to go to a certain place or be in a certain place to be seen with the right people. So it's all been very organic and I like it like that. Like 20 years after doing my first film, it's been a long, tedious, tiresome process because unless you go out there and push for yourself and try to get work, it's not going to happen. And I've been told that many times. Even when I came, before I did Rocket Boys and I was looking to do Hindi work as well. And after I did Ek Ladki Ko Dekha, I was told that you have to be in Bombay for six months if you want to get work here. But I was also doing really well in Telugu and Tamil and I didn't want that shift. And I didn't think honestly, if I thought that it was going to work for me 100 percent and, you know, I'll have to work hard and do this and do that, I was fine. But I felt like I didn't want to be a part of that race of one of the many people living in Bombay and struggling to get auditions. I had a body of work in the South and I love doing auditions. But it’s the chase and the race I don’t get." Her next is Jaat directed by Gopichand Malineni, starring Sunny Deol and Randeep Hooda among others. “Sunny Deol is actually a very non-interfering actor. And he's a director's actor. He comes, he does, and he goes. It's quite refreshing working with him as well. And the entire set of Jaat was quite a fun set. It's really nice to see that a Telugu director is directing a big budget Hindi film and has got the responsibility on his shoulders. As a South Indian, it just makes me proud."
10 February,2025 05:53 PM IST | Mumbai | Mohar BasuSeveral actors and well-known personalities have been visiting the Mahakumbh to take a holy dip in the Sangam during this auspicious time. While very recently, Esha Gupta, Rajkummar Rao, Patralekha, and others visited the Kumbh Mela, now actor Vijay Deverakonda and his mother have also sought blessings by taking a holy dip in the Sangam River. The Arjun Reddy star was spotted at the Triveni Sangam on Sunday afternoon. The Devotion & The Power🙏🔥The sensational @TheDeverakonda & his mother from #KumbhMela2025 ❤️#VijayDeverakonda #KumbhMela pic.twitter.com/f8rxQj6bJk — Team Deverakonda (@TeamDeverakonda) February 9, 2025 Vijay Devrakonda at Mahakumbh The pictures that have circulated online show Vijay Deverakonda walking with his mother. The actor was seen wearing a saffron dhoti and rudraksh malas. Vijay had his face covered with a mask and a towel wrapped around his torso, while his mother can be seen wearing an orange salwar suit. Vijay's visit to the Kumbh happened after the much-anticipated teaser release of his upcoming film VD12. In one of the pictures that has made its way to social media, the mother-son duo can be seen standing in the middle of the Sangam River, taking a holy dip at the ongoing Mahakumbh in Prayagraj. Other Celebrities at Mahakumbh Esha Gupta, who had earlier visited the Mahakumbh, shared a series of pictures on her Instagram and wrote, "Divy Kumbh, Bhavy Kumbh #Mahakumbh2025" (Divine Kumbh, Grand Kumbh). Earlier, Anupam Kher also shared a post showing him taking a dip in the holy Sangam River. While sharing the video of himself enjoying the sacred bath, Kher wrote in Hindi, “Taking a holy dip in the Ganga at the Mahakumbh feels like a life fulfilled! For the first time, I reached the sacred spot where Maa Ganga, Yamuna Ji, and Saraswati Ji converge. As I recited mantras there, tears flowed from my eyes on their own during the prayers. What a coincidence! Exactly a year ago, on this very day, the same happened during the Pran Pratishtha ceremony in Ayodhya! Glory to Sanatan Dharma.” Actors and couple Rajkummar Rao and Patralekhaa also recently visited the holy site in Uttar Pradesh’s Prayagraj and sought the blessings of spiritual gurus. The couple shared pictures from their visit to the Mahakumbh on social media. Hema Malini, Bhagyashree, and Milind Soman, as well as poet Kumar Vishwas, cricketer Suresh Raina, wrestler Khali, choreographer Remo D'Souza, and Mamta Kulkarni, had also visited the Kumbh.
09 February,2025 06:50 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentUrvashi Rautela, Nandamuri Balakrishna, and Bobby Deol starrer Daaku Maharaaj was released in theatres on January 12, 2025, and since its release, this movie has dominated headlines—if not because of its content, then surely because of Urvashi Rautela's viral interviews. If you haven't heard Urvashi talking about her film Daaku Maharaaj, then trust us, you honestly have quite an impressive algorithm. But what is this film about? You wish to know? Then worry not—here’s the good news: Daaku Maharaaj is finally making its way to OTT. Here's everything you need to know about Daaku Maharaaj Where and When to Watch Daaku Maharaaj Reports suggested that Daaku Maharaaj will make its way to OTT streaming giant Netflix on Sunday, February 9, but the movie has not been released on any OTT platform as of now. An official confirmation regarding the new OTT release date is still pending. Daaku Maharaaj Cast Daaku Maharaaj features a star-studded cast with Nandamuri Balakrishna as the male lead. The movie also stars Bobby Deol as the main antagonist, while Urvashi Rautela, Pragya Jaiswal, Shraddha Srinath, and Chandhini Chowdary also have pivotal roles in the film. Daaku Maharaaj has been written and directed by Bobby Kolli, who has previously worked on films like Jai Lava Kusa and Waltair Veerayya. The movie is produced by Suryadevara Naga Vamsi and Sai Soujanya. Dabidi Dibidi Controversy The song Dabidi Dibidi from Daaku Maharaaj has been called a "cringefest" by netizens for its choreography. The song, which features lead actor Nandamuri Balakrishna (also known as Balayya) and actress Urvashi Rautela, has been slammed for its choreography. The song has been choreographed by Shekhar Master. The choreography of the song, composed by S. Thaman, has been criticized for its "obscene and vulgar" dance steps. The song begins with Balakrishna sitting like a king, wearing a blue shirt and a bejeweled blue jacket. Urvashi, on the other hand, is seen dressed in a crop top and skirt. The song shows Balayya hitting Rautela’s belly button and pulling her by her dress. He also hits her on her rear, which she seemingly enjoys.
09 February,2025 04:33 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentVeteran actor Uttam Mohanty, known for his significant contribution to the Odia film industry, has been battling liver cirrhosis. While earlier reports suggested that his health was critical, new reports indicate that he has been airlifted to Delhi for advanced medical treatment. The 64-year-old actor has been transferred, and his family members, along with close associates, have confirmed that specialists in Delhi are overseeing his care. Uttam Mohanty airlifted to Delhi It has been revealed that Mohanty was airlifted to a private hospital in Delhi on February 8, 2025. He was taken to Delhi on Saturday evening after his condition deteriorated and became critical. His wife, renowned actor Aparajita Mohanty, and their son, Odia cinema star Babushaan, accompanied him on the flight. The veteran actor was admitted to the ICU of a private hospital in Bhubaneswar three days ago and was placed on ventilator support, as per reports. While speaking to the media earlier, his son Babushaan confirmed that arrangements were made in advance to airlift him to Delhi for expert medical care. Manoj Sahu, the head of the department of gastroenterology at the hospital, shared that Uttam has been undergoing treatment. He stated, "Uttam Mohanty is undergoing treatment for cirrhosis of the liver. He is in the ICU, and his condition is stable. We discussed his health with his family. We are making arrangements to shift him. He is on organ support, so he can be transferred via air ambulance." About liver Cirrhosis Cirrhosis of the liver is a late-stage liver disease characterized by permanent scarring (fibrosis) of the liver tissue due to long-term damage. It occurs when healthy liver cells are gradually replaced by scar tissue, leading to liver dysfunction and impaired blood flow. About veteran actor Uttam Mohanty Uttam Mohanty is regarded as one of the most iconic and respected figures in the Odia film industry. He made his acting debut in 1977 with the film Abhiman, and soon after its release, he quickly rose to stardom. Since then, he has been ruling hearts for over three decades.
09 February,2025 03:59 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentAlmost the entire nation has watched Pushpa 2: The Rule by now. It is that one film that has arrived as a true festival, setting examples of success like never before. From the humongous craze and recall value of the franchise to its box office dominance—crossing ₹800 crore in India and ₹1,800 crore worldwide—the film has emerged as the biggest blockbuster. But what makes this film truly worth celebrating and deserving of this success is the vision and dedication of director Sukumar and Icon Star Allu Arjun. While the grandeur of the film speaks volumes about their devotion to creating this cinematic masterpiece, it is the intricate detailing they incorporated that makes it even more special. However, it is quite difficult for anyone to notice the small details that Sukumar and Allu Arjun carefully integrated in just one watch. But upon multiple viewings, one can truly appreciate how meticulously they played with the tiniest elements in the film. 1. The Double Meaning Behind Fahadh Faasil’s Character’s Name We all know that Pushpa is referred to as both fire and flower. But there is a hidden double meaning in Fahadh Faasil’s character name. He plays Bhanwar Singh Shekhawat. Bhanwar can mean typhoon or bumblebee (Bhawaaa), which perfectly reflects his love-hate relationship with Pushpa. When Pushpa is fire, Bhanwar is typhoon. When Pushpa is flower, Bhanwar is bumblebee. 2. The Deeper Meaning Behind Pushpa’s Niece’s Name Pushpa’s niece is named Kaaveri in the film. Interestingly, Kaveri is also the name of the river that has been a point of conflict between the states of Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. This subtle reference adds another layer of depth to the film’s storytelling. 3. One time Allu Arjun's shoulder was not elevated It is established that Pushpa’s shoulder is positioned differently due to a shock he experienced in childhood. However, in Pushpa 2, there is an entire sequence where Allu Arjun’s shoulder appears normal—during the Peelings song. This is because the song is part of a dream sequence, and in his imagination, he sees himself with a normal shoulder. In contrast, in all other songs and real-world sequences, his shoulder retains its distinct positioning. 4. Pushpa Treating Srivalli as a Goddess In one scene, when Pushpa speaks about how the CM disrespected his wife, he subtly touches his ears as a gesture of respect for Srivalli, disguising it as wiping sweat with a handkerchief. This is significant because he was sitting in a well-ventilated room with a fan before this sequence, so he should not be sweating. Additionally, he never repeats this gesture elsewhere in the movie, indicating that it was a purposeful act of reverence. 5. The only time Pushpa cries While his struggle of not being accepted by his family and lacking a family name was hinted at in the first film, it is much more pronounced in Pushpa 2. Notably, throughout both films, Pushpa is seen crying only once—when he is finally accepted by his family. This moment highlights his deepest emotional conflict and adds significant weight to his character arc. Hearing all of this for the first time? That’s how brilliantly Sukumar has framed different characters and interwoven meaningful elements throughout the film. This also solidify Sukumar as a worth to be called as the biggest director on Indian cinema.
08 February,2025 02:15 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentNaga Chaitanya's personal life has always been a topic of interest among the public. In the past few years, his personal relationship has managed to grab a lot of attention. After getting divorced from actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu in 2021, he got married to actress Sobhita Dhulipala last December. Recently, while promoting his film 'Thandel' he addressed his divorce and said that he and his ex-wife have moved on in life. 'Have much respect for each other' Naga Chaitanya was talking on Raw Talks With VK podcast when he addressed the topic of his much-discussed divorce. "We wanted to go our own ways. For our own reasons, we have taken this decision and we respect each other. We are moving on in our lives, in our own way. What more explanation is needed, I don’t understand. I’m hoping the audience and media will respect that. We have asked for privacy. Please respect us and give us privacy on this matter. But, unfortunately, it is a headline. It became a topic or gossip. It became entertainment." Naga Chaitanya added, “I’ve moved on with so much grace. She has moved on with so much grace. We are leading our own lives. I have found love again. I am so happy and we have so much respect for each other." The actor further said that he only has immense respect for Samantha. “It’s not like it’s only happening in my life, so why am I treated like a criminal?" he stressed. 'I come from a broken family' The actor further spoke on the decision of ending the four-year marriage. "It was for the betterment of whoever was involved in the marriage… Whatever the decision was, it was a very conscious decision after much thought and with a lot of respect for the other person. I’m saying this because it’s a very sensitive topic for me. I come from a broken family. I’m a child from a broken family so I know what the experience is like. I will think 1000 times before breaking a relationship because I know the repercussions… It was a mutual decision…" Naga Chaitanya said that he does not feel low about the decision as it was not made overnight. "I feel bad that it happened but everything happens for a reason. You build yourself, you keep progressing and you will find the right path soon. That’s happened to me," he added.
08 February,2025 11:31 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentWhile Naga Chaitanya and Sai Pallavi's Thandel has just hit the theatres, with fans lauding the film, the former is currently in Delhi with his wife, Sobhita Dhulipala, and his parents, Nagarjuna and Amala Akkineni. While in the capital city, Chay met Prime Minister Narendra Modi and gifted him a book on Akkineni Nageswara Rao. MP Shabari took to their X account and shared a picture from the meeting. While she didn’t reveal the reason for their visit, Nagarjuna's team shared that the Akkineni family had met the PM and gifted him a book about Akkineni Nageswara Rao (ANR). "Today, I met with the actor @iamnagarjuna garu and his family members at the TDP office in Delhi Parliament," MP Shabari wrote while sharing the picture. In the caption, she revealed that the Akkineni family had dropped by the Telugu Desam Party office in Parliament. Today, I met with the actor @iamnagarjuna garu and his family members at the TDP office in Delhi Parliament.@amalaakkineni1 @chay_akkineni pic.twitter.com/BnFlGkQ4cX — Dr.Byreddy Shabari (@ByreddyShabari) February 7, 2025 Meanwhile, it was Nagarjuna's team who shared the pictures from the family's meeting with the Prime Minister of India. In the picture, Nagarjuna and Chaitanya opted for dark bandhgalas, while Sobhita wore a cream and gold saree, and Amala chose a pink one. Sobhita Dhulipala Heaps Praise on Husband Naga Chaitanya Earlier, Sobhita took to her Instagram stories, where she praised Chaitanya and his film Thandel. “#Thandel release day tomorrow! Excitement! I have seen you be so focused and positive through the making of this film, can't wait for everyone (and myself) to experience this extraordinary love story in theatres from tomorrow,” she wrote alongside a picture of Chaitanya from the film. She then wrote a line in Telugu: "Finally, gaddam shave chesthavu... modati sari ni mukham darshanam avuthundi saami @chayakkineni." This translates to, “Finally, you will shave your beard, and I will see your face.” About Naga Chaitanya and Sobhita Dhulipala Chaitanya and Sobhita recently tied the knot, with their wedding ceremony being a grand affair in Hyderabad. The event saw top personalities from the Telugu film industry attending the celebrations. Chaitanya paid tribute to his grandfather, the legendary Akkineni Nageswara Rao, by donning traditional attire called pancha, reminiscent of his grandfather’s timeless style during his wedding ceremony. Sobhita also wore the traditional jewellery of her mother and grandmother for the Raata ceremony. The Raata ceremony is a significant pre-wedding ritual in many Telugu traditions.
07 February,2025 06:05 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentNaga Chaitanya and Sai Pallavi-starrer Thandel has been released in theatres today. This marks Chaitanya's first release after his marriage with actress Sobhita Dhulipala last December. The wife took to her Instagram stories on the eve of the film's release and heaped praise on her husband. However, what she was more thrilled about is Chaitanya shaving his beard which will allow her to see his whole face. The actor had grown out a thick beard for his role of a fisherman in the film. Sobhita Dhulipala heaps praises on husband Naga Chaitanya Sobhita took to her Instagram stories, where she heaped praise on Chaitanya and his film 'Thandel'. “#Thandel release day tomorrow! Excitement I have seen you be so focused and positive through the making of this film, can't wait for everyone (and myself) to experience this extra-ordinary love story in the theatres from tomorrow,” she wrote alongside a picture of Chaitanya from the film. She then wrote a line in Telugu, which read, “Finally gaddam shave chesthavu.. modati sari ni mukham darshanam avuthundi saami @chayakkineni.” Which translates to, “Finally you will shave your beard and I will see your face." Chaitanya and Sobhita recently tied the knot with their wedding ceremony being a grand affair in Hyderabad. The event saw the top personalities of the Telugu industry attending the celebrations. Chaitanya paid tribute to his grandfather, the legendary Akkineni Nageswara Rao, by donning traditional attire called 'pancha' reminiscent of his grandfather’s timeless style during his wedding ceremony. Sobhita also wore the traditional jewellery of her mother and grandmother for the ‘Raata ceremony’. The Raata ceremony is a significant pre-wedding ritual in many Telugu traditions. About Thandel Thandel, which has been co-directed by Chandoo Mondeti and Ram Naresh Nunna, is set to hit screens on February 7. The film’s story is believed to be inspired by a real-life incident in which fishermen from a village in Srikakulam district of Andhra Pradesh accidentally drifted into Pakistani waters. The film marks Chaitanya's return to the movies after almost two years. However, that is not the only reason that this film is especially personal to him. "It is special because it is a true story with true characters. As an actor, I am craving for a nice film and good hit. It's been almost two years since I have had a release," Naga told his co-star Sai Pallavi who turned interviewer for him ahead of the film's release.
07 February,2025 01:13 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentAjith's comeback film 'Vidaamuyarchi' was released in theatres on Thursday. The film saw ardent fans of the superstar arrive in larger numbers to watch the film's first day first show (FDFS). Directed by Magizh Thirumeni, the film which also stars Trisha Krishnan performed well at the box office on day 1. According to the box office tracking website Sacnilk.com, the Ajith-starrer registered Rs 22 crore nett in India on opening day. The film had decent occupancy in theatres, with 58.81 per cent in the morning, 60.27 per cent in the afternoon and 54.79 per cent in evening shows. Trichy and Pondicherry witnessed higher occupancy than Chennai at 92.00 per cent and 91.67 per cent, respectively, while Chennai had 88.33 per cent. However, the collection is less compared to Ajith's last release 'Thunivu' (2023) which collected Rs 24.4 crore on opening day. With a positive word of mouth, the collections for Ajith's latest film is only expected to see a sharp rise over the weekend. Fans react to Vidaamuyarchi after FDFS Sharing their review of the film, a fan wrote, "#Vidaamuyarchi is a high-octane thriller with Ajith Kumar in top form 🔥 Magizh Thirumeni’s direction is sharp, and Anirudh’s music amps up the excitement. A must-watch for fans ⭐️ 4/5 #VidaamuyarchiFDFS". Another fan wrote, "Indian cinema at its very best. I thought they could only make movies like pushpa and RRR. This is damn brilliant and enlightening cinema. just happened to watch this masterpiece #VidaaMuyarchi in LA. kudos to whoever involved in this. (help: i wanna know the lead actor’s name)" "Manifesting another film in AK- Magizh Thirumeni 🙌. Despite certain shortcomings, #VidaaMuyarchi has shown that Magizh has a clear understanding of AK's strengths as an action hero. Their combination is poised to strike gold when they do an original film," another person said on X reviewing the film. About Vidaamuyarchi Ajith graced the big screen with a release after two years. His last release 'Thunivu' was in January 2023. The action star reportedly dedicated 121 days to this film and wanted to give people a good film that’ll entertain them. The film will also mark the reunion of Ajith and Arjun Sarja after 14 years. The latter plays the antagonist in the film. Ajith also reunites with Trisha in this film. The two have worked together in four films. They last shared screen in the 2015 film 'Yennai Arindhal' directed by Gautam Vasudev Menon. This movie is a remake of the 1997 Hollywood crime thriller Breakdown which starred Kurt Russell and was written and directed by Jonathan Mostoww. The tamil film has been changed to suit the native audience.
07 February,2025 11:33 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentNaga Chaitanya and Sai Pallavi-starrer Thandel hits the big screens today. The film marks Chaitanya's return to the movies after almost two years. However, that is not the only reason that this film is especially personal to him. "It is special because it is a true story with true characters. As an actor, I am craving for a nice film and good hit. It's been almost two years since I have had a release," Naga told his co-star Sai Pallavi who turned interviewer for him ahead of the film's release. Thandel team arrested in Kerala In the same interview, Sai Pallavi asked Naga Chaitanya a question from a netizen who expressed 'surprise' at seeing a 'fair boy' like the actor play the role of a fisherman from Srikakulam district of Andhra Pradesh. The netizen also said that the actor is more suited to play the role of a rich boy on screen owing to his appearance. Responding to the question, Chaitanya said, "The job of an actor is to transform into a role and to try and push yourself and challenge yourself to do roles that are far away from your reality. How do I see myself as a fisherman? That you have to score me after watching the film." Naga Chaitanya further answered question on the challenges of shooting on water for the film. "It is very challenging to shoot on water as the tides were constantly changing. When we were shooting in Kerala, the navy came and arrested us. They took Shyam sir to Navy office," Chaitanya said laughing at the memory. Looks like the interview went well! @chay_akkineni New side hustle😎 😝#Thandel #ThandelFromTomorrow pic.twitter.com/qNq8bopXfF — Sai Pallavi (@Sai_Pallavi92) February 6, 2025 About Thandel: Thandel, which has been co-directed by Chandoo Mondeti and Ram Naresh Nunna, is set to hit screens on February 7. The film’s story is believed to be inspired by a real-life incident in which fishermen from a village in Srikakulam district of Andhra Pradesh accidentally drifted into Pakistani waters. The movie boasts a talented crew, with Shamdat handling the cinematography, National Award-winning Naveen Nooli as the editor, and Srinagendra Tangala leading the art department. Produced by Bunny Vasu under the prestigious Geetha Arts banner, the film has Allu Aravind presenting it. Choreography for the film is by Shekar Master.
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