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Diwakar Vaish With Manav At IIT- Bombay TechFest 2015
Dhivagaran Santhosh (also known as Diwakar) is an Indian playback singer and live performer. He is best known for winning '' Airtel Super Singer 4'', a Tamil language musical reality TV show which was telecast from February 4th 2013 to February 1st 2014 on Vijay TV. Career Television works Diwakar participated in various reality TV musical competitions telecast on various Tamil language TV channels, including Zee Tamil's '' Sa Re Ga Ma Pa 2009 Challenge'', Jaya TV's ''Hariyudan Naan'', and season 2 of Sun TV's ''Sangeetha Mahayuddham''. In 2012, Diwakar was crowned runner up in Raj TV's ''Voice of Tamil Nadu''. On 1 February 2014, he was crowned the winner of season 4 of the ''Airtel Super Singer'' music competition telecast on Vijay TV, having received the greatest number of viewer votes. During the show's grand finale, Diwakar's performance of the song "Neeye Unakku Endrum" from the film '' Bale Pandiya'' prompted a standing ovation from the audience and a kiss on his fore ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Playback Singer
A playback singer, as they are usually known in South Asian cinema, or ghost singer in Western cinema, is a singer whose performance is pre-recorded for use in films. Playback singers record songs for soundtracks, and the performers lip-sync the songs for cameras; the actual singer does not appear on the screen. Generally, to synchronize with the emotional situation of the song or complete movie, the playback singer is given the idea of all those so that the singer can interpret by taking the right moves in their vocals. South Asia South Asian cinema, South Asian films produced in the Indian subcontinent frequently use this technique. A majority of Cinema of India, Indian films as well as Cinema of Pakistan, Pakistani films typically include six or seven songs. After ''Alam Ara'' (1931), the first Indian talkie film, for many years singers made dual recordings for a film, one during the shoot, and later in the recording studio, until 1952 or 1953. Popular playback singers in Ind ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ajeesh
Ajesh is an Indian music composer and singer from Chennai, Tamil Nadu. He works primarily for the Tamil film industry. Early life Ajesh was born and brought up in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. His mother found music in him at a very young age and made him take up Carnatic music vocal lessons. He went on to explore other forms of music later. He did his schooling in Sri Krishnaswamy Matriculation Higher Secondary School and then graduated from Loyola College, Chennai. Career Ajesh started singing concerts and TV shows at the age of 5 and was thoroughly focused on pursuing music throughout. His first appearance on television was on Sun TV's Sapthaswarangal hosted by A.V.Ramanan in 1994. Since the age of 12 he was part of kids chorus for various composers such as Ilaiyaraaja, A. R. Rahman and Vidyasagar. When he was 19, he was crowned the winner of the popular reality based singing competition '' Airtel Super Singer 2008, AKA the second season of the Airtel Super Singer show'' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kaatru Veliyidai
''Kaatru Veliyidai'' () is a 2017 Indian Tamil-language romantic war film, produced, written and directed by Mani Ratnam. Made under the Madras Talkies banner, it features music composed by A. R. Rahman, cinematography by Ravi Varman and editing by A. Sreekar Prasad. The film stars Karthi and Aditi Rao Hydari, with Lalitha, Rukmini Vijayakumar, Delhi Ganesh and RJ Balaji and Shraddha Srinath playing other pivotal roles. Set against the backdrop of the Kargil War of 1999, the film narrates the story of an Indian Air Force pilot who recalls his romance with a doctor in the lead up to the war, while being kept as a prisoner of war at a jail in Rawalpindi, Pakistan. It marked Aditi's comeback and Shraddha's debut in Tamil cinema. Principal photography of the film commenced in July 2016, with the shoot taking place in Ooty, Hyderabad, Ladakh, Chennai and Belgrade, before being completed in January 2017. The film was released worldwide on 7 April 2017 along with a Telugu dubbed v ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Anirudh Ravichander
Anirudh Ravichander (born 16 October 1990), also credited mononymously as Anirudh, is an Indian composer and playback singer who works primarily in Tamil cinema, in addition to Telugu and Hindi films. He has won two Filmfare Awards South, ten SIIMA Awards, six Edison Awards and five Vijay awards. His debut song " Why This Kolaveri Di", composed for the 2012 film '' 3'', went viral across the globe and has achieved over 450 million views on YouTube. A.R. Murugadoss signed him to compose music for '' Kaththi'' (2014) starring Vijay & Samantha which included the viral hit " Selfie Pulla". The soundtrack for the film became Anirudh's highest profile soundtrack until he was signed to compose music for Rajinikanth's ''Petta'' in 2019. In 2016, he signed a record deal with Sony Music, which publishes his independent albums and live concerts. In the same year, he featured with Diplo on the remix of Major Lazer's hit single " Cold Water". Personal life Anirudh Ravichander ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Rum (film)
''Rum'' () is a 2017 Indian Tamil language horror comedy thriller film written and directed by Sai Bharath. Featuring Hrishikesh, Vivek, Narain, Sanchita Shetty and Miya in the lead roles, the film's score and soundtrack is composed by Anirudh Ravichander. The film began production during early 2016 and was released on 17 February 2017. Plot Film starts with 2 men enter a haunted bungalow and gets killed by a mysterious force. The story then shifts to Shiva who along with his thief gang stole some expensive stones which was going to be displayed in hyderabad museum. While fleeing the gang is blackmailed by a police officer Thomas. To hide from Thomas the gang hides in a bungalow in the forest. After entering the house the gang experience paranormal activity. One of their members Nepali turns out to be Thomas's man who informs him about the gangs whereabouts. Nepali gets killed by the ghost. Thomas seeks help from a paranormal investigator who ask him to get a mercury stone t ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Adra Machan Visilu
''Adra Machan Visilu'' () is a 2016 Indian Tamil-language comedy film directed by Thiraivannan, starring Shiva, Srinivasan and Naina Sarwar. The music was composed by N. R. Raghunanthan. Cast * Shiva as Simmakkal Sekhar * Naina Sarwar as Dhevi * Powerstar Srinivasan as Powerstar Muniyaandi * Arun Balaji as Goripalayam Rahmath * Sentrayan as Palanganatham Babu * Singamuthu as Dhuraisingam * Mansoor Ali Khan as Doctor * Raj Kapoor * K. Selva Bharathy * T. P. Gajendran * K. P. Jagan as Jagan * Velmurugan * Jangiri Madhumitha as Hema * Sujatha Sivakumar as Simmakkal Sekhar's mother * Daniel Annie Pope as Hema's lover * Sumathi G. as hospital lady * Ambani Shankar * Shanthi Arvind as beach dancer Production The project was first reported in the media during June 2015, with reports stating that Powerstar Srinivasan would feature in a film titled ''Naanum Herodhaan'' which would tell the story of an actor forced to repay his fans for their losses during the film distribution ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Paayum Puli (2015 Film)
''Paayum Puli'' () is a 2015 Indian Tamil language action thriller film written and directed by Suseenthiran starring Vishal and Kajal Aggarwal, with Soori and Samuthirakani in supporting roles. The film was produced by Vendhar Movies and distributed by Escape Artists Motion Pictures. Music for the film was composed by D. Imman. The cinematography was handled by Velraj and the editing done by Anthony. Principal photography commenced on 4 March 2015 and lasted for four months. ''Paayum Puli'' was shot predominantly in and around Chennai and other parts of Tamil Nadu in 75 working days. The film was released on 4 September 2015 worldwide in its Tamil version as ''Paayum Puli'' and in its Telugu version as ''Jayasurya''. Plot In Madurai, a gang kidnaps top businessmen in the city and demands a sum of for their release or the victims will be killed. The dead bodies are placed beneath a bridge. Bhavani and Lal are the main culprits behind the kidnaps. SI Albert cracks the case ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Pugazh (film)
''Pugazh'' () is a 2016 Indian Tamil-language action thriller film written and directed by Manimaran and co-produced by Varun Manian. The film stars Jai and Surbhi, while Karunas, RJ Balaji, G. Marimuthu, and Piraisoodan play supporting roles. The music was composed by Vivek-Mervin. with cinematography by Velraj and editing by G. B. Venkatesh. The film released on 18 March 2016 to mixed reviews from critics. Plot Cast * Jai as Pugazhendhi (a) Pugazh * Surbhi as Bhuvana * Karunas as Pugazh's brother * RJ Balaji as Balaji * G. Marimuthu as Dass * Piraisoodan as Selvanayagam * Vikram as Venkat * Supergood Subramani as Venkat's father * Kannan as Bhuvana's brother * Vijayamuthu as Muthu * Kamal Hassan * Ravisankar * Valliappan * Rajani * Velraj in a cameo appearance * AC Gaayathri in a cameo appearance Production The film was first reported in November 2013, when it was revealed that Manimaran had cast Jai and Priya Anand to star in his second directorial venture. Anir ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Rajini Murugan
''Rajinimurugan'' is a 2016 Indian Tamil-language masala film written and directed by Ponram. It is produced by N. Lingusamy and N. Subash Chandra Bose under Thirrupathi Brothers. The film stars Sivakarthikeyan in the titular role, alongside Keerthy Suresh, Soori, Rajkiran, P. Samuthirakani and Achyuth Kumar. It is the second directorial venture of Ponram, and his second collaboration with Sivakarthikeyan, after ''Varuthapadatha Valibar Sangam'' (2013).Ramchander (19 March 2014)Sivakarthikeyan's Next Film – 'Rajini Murugan' '' Oneindia Entertainment''. Retrieved 21 August 2014. In the film, a jobless youth decides to sell his grandfather's property in order to become rich. The film features soundtrack composed by D. Imman, with all lyrics were written by Yugabharathi. The cinematography was handled by Balasubramaniem, and edited by Vivek Harshan. Filming took place extensively in Madurai and Karaikkudi. The film's principal photography was commenced on 25 August ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Purampokku
''Purampokku Engira Podhuvudamai'' () is a 2015 Indian Tamil-language political action thriller film directed by S. P. Jananathan. The film stars Arya, Shaam, Vijay Sethupathi and Karthika, in her last acting credit. It revolves around a communist who is sentenced to death, while his comrade seeks his release. ''Purampokku Engira Podhuvudamai'' was produced by Jananathan under Binary Pictures, in association with UTV Motion Pictures. The film was initially announced untitled in 2012, but got stalled and re-announced in 2013 under the title ''Purampokku''. Principal photography began in January 2014 and wrapped that December. Three months after filming ended, it was retitled. The film features cinematography by N. K. Ekambaram and a score by Srikanth Deva, while the soundtrack was composed by newcomer Varshan. It was released on 15 May 2015. Plot The film begins with a narration on how India has been turned into a landfill site for domestic and foreign countries, with the c ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Panjumittai
''Panjumittai'' () is a 2018 Indian Tamil language fantasy comedy film written and directed by debutant S. P. Mohan (also known as Sengoda Mohan) and produced by Ramesh KV, S. Ganesh and Vinodh Kumar. The film has Ma Ka Pa Anand and Nikhila Vimal in the lead roles, while Sendrayan, Pandiarajan, Pandu and Vidyullekha Raman play supporting roles. D. Imman composed the music for the film, which was based on the short film ''Kalaru''. The film concluded production in July 2015, and was released on 1 June 2018. Plot Appu, a married man, begins to suspect his close friend Kuppu having an affair with his wife Ranji, as he finds both of them sharing similar interests. Cast *Ma Ka Pa Anand as Appu *Nikhila Vimal as Ranji *Sendrayan as Kuppu *Pandiarajan as Psychiatrist *Pandu *Vidyullekha Raman *Bharathimani *Thavasi as Ranji's father Soundtrack The soundtrack was composed by D. Imman. Release and reception ''Panjumittai'' was released on 1 June 2018. ''The Times of India'' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kalkandu
''Kalkandu'' () is a 2014 Indian Tamil film written and directed by A. M. Nandakumar. The film features Gajesh and Dimple Chopade in the lead roles, and was released in October 2014. Plot synopsis A demanding father pressures his son into attending medical school, despite his protestations that he does not wish to study medicine. However, due to a mix up at the admissions office, the man's life changes forever. Cast *Gajesh as Karthik * Dimple Chopade as Karthika * Akhil as Vignesh *Ganja Karuppu as Azhappan *Manobala as Principal Kamalnath *Swaminathan as Ramanathan *Nancy Jennifer as Porkodi * T. P. Gajendran as Doctor *Sriranjani *Mayilswamy *Mahanadi Shankar *Muthuraman *Bonda Mani Production A. M. Nandakumar first approached Vimal to feature in the lead role, but was discouraged by the actor's salary request. The film later gained media attention prior to release, owing to the lead actor Gajesh's debut. He is the son of actor-dancer Anand Babu and grandson of com ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
