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Jiiva
Amar Choudary (born 4 January 1984), known professionally as Jiiva, is an Indian actor and film producer who works mainly in Tamil cinema and a few Malayalam, Telugu and Hindi films. He is the youngest son of film producer R. B. Choudary. He began his career as a child actor in 1991 in films produced by his father. He made his debut as a lead actor in his father's 50th production, '' Aasai Aasaiyai'' (2003). After Sivaji Ganesan, Jiiva is the only Tamil actor to have been awarded at the Cyprus International Film Festival, particularly for his performance in '' Raam'' (2005). After this, he has acted in other movies that have been successful, such as '' E'' (2006), '' Katradhu Tamizh'' (2007), '' Siva Manasula Sakthi'' (2009), '' Ko'' (2011), '' Nanban'' (2012), '' Mugamoodi'' (2012), '' Neethaane En Ponvasantham'' (2012), '' Endrendrum Punnagai'' (2013), '' Kalakalappu 2'' (2018) and '' Kalathil Santhippom'' (2021). He made his Hindi cinema debut with the film '' 83'' (202 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mugamoodi
''Mugamoodi'' ( ''Mask''), subtitled onscreen as ''The Superhero Within'', is a 2012 Indian Tamil-language superhero film directed by Mysskin and produced by Ronnie Screwvala and Siddharth Roy Kapur. The film, which is dedicated to Bruce Lee, stars Jiiva, Narain and Pooja Hegde (in her film debut), alongside Nassar, Selva and Girish Karnad. In the film, Anand alias Bruce Lee, a martial artist, wears a superhero costume in order to impress his girlfriend Shakthi, but Anand gets framed for his friend Viji's death and sets out to prove his innocence by becoming a real superhero called ''Mugamoodi''. Principal photography began in December 2011 and took place in India, Switzerland, and other parts of Europe. The post-production involved the application of VFX. The music was composed by Krishna Kumar, while cinematography and editing were handled by Sathyan Sooryan and Gaugin. ''Mugamoodi'' was released worldwide on 31 August 2012 to mixed to positive reviews from critics with ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Neethaane En Ponvasantham
''Neethaane En Ponvasantham'' () is a 2012 Indian Tamil-language romantic drama film co written, co produced and directed by Gautham Vasudev Menon, starring Jiiva and Samantha. It was shot and released simultaneously in Telugu as ''Yeto Vellipoyindhi Manasu'', with Nani replacing Jiiva, while the team also briefly filmed an incomplete Hindi version, ''Assi Nabbe Poorey Sau'', with Aditya Roy Kapoor in the male lead, and Samantha playing the female lead in all the three versions. The film was based on a story written by Reshma Ghatala, who produced the film alongside Elred Kumar, Venkat Somasundaram, and Menon. The cinematography was handled by M. S. Prabhu and Om Prakash. The film's background score and soundtrack were composed by Ilaiyaraaja which went on to become a chartbuster, and the soundtrack album sold a record 8.5 million units through various platforms on its release. The film was released on 14 December 2012, receiving positive to mixed reviews from critics, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kalathil Santhippom
''Kalathil Santhippom'' () is a 2021 Indian Tamil language sports action drama film written and directed by N. Rajasekar with dialogues penned by R. Ashok. The film stars Jiiva, Arulnithi, Manjima Mohan and Priya Bhavani Shankar. The film is based on the sport of kabaddi and the friendship between two men Ashok and Anand who were initially regarded as rivals. The film also marked the posthumous release of actor Naadodigal Gopal who died on 5 March 2020 prior to the film release. It had its theatrical release on 5 February 2021 and opened to positive reviews from critics and became an average hit at the box office. Plot Ashok (Jiiva) and Anand (Arulnithi) are rivals on the Kabaddi court but are the thickest of friends outside it. The film essentially is a drama that explores the hurdles they face together with regards to their families and personal romantic relationships, and how they overcome all that. Cast Production Actor Jiiva's father and veteran film producer R. B ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Raam (2005 Film)
''Raam'' is a 2005 Indian Tamil-language mystery thriller film written, produced and directed by Ameer. The film stars Jiiva, Gajala and Saranya Ponvannan, with Kunal Shah, Rahman, Ganja Karuppu and Murali playing supporting roles. The film was released on 4 March 2005 and became a sleeper hit. It was screened at the 2006 Cyprus International Film Festival, where it won two awards for Best Actor and Best Musical Score for Jiiva and Yuvan Shankar Raja, respectively. The film was critically acclaimed with praise for the performances of Jiiva and Saranya, screenplay, music and cinematography. The film was remade in Hindi as '' Bolo Raam'' (2009) and in Kannada as '' Huccha 2'' (2018). Plot In the picturesque town of Kodaikanal, a haunting tale unfolds, centered around the intricate bond between a young man named Raam and his mother, Saradha. The narrative kicks off with a chilling scene – both Raam and his mother lying in a pool of blood. As the authorities discover Raam ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ko (film)
''Ko'' () is a 2011 Indian Tamil-language psychological vigilante political action thriller film directed by K. V. Anand, and written by him and the duo Subha. The film stars Jiiva, Ajmal Ameer, Karthika Nair (in her Tamil debut), and Piaa Bajpai, while Prakash Raj, Kota Srinivasa Rao and Bose Venkat appear in supporting roles. It follows a photojournalist who, while covering the Tamil Nadu State Election, uncovers a conspiracy involving Naxalites. Anand wrote the script based on his early experiences as a freelance photojournalist. The film began production in early 2010 and continued through that December; filming was predominantly held in Chennai, as well as other parts of Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh, with song sequences being shot in China and Norway. The film features music composed by Harris Jayaraj, with cinematography handled by Richard M. Nathan and editing done by Anthony. ''Ko'' was released on 22 April 2011 and became a commercial s ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Nanban (2012 Film)
''Nanban'' () is a 2012 Indian Tamil language, Tamil-language Coming-of-age story, coming-of-age comedy drama film directed by S. Shankar and produced by Gemini Film Circuit. The film stars Vijay (actor), Vijay,Jiiva, Srikanth (actor, born 1979), Srikanth, Sathyaraj, Ileana D'Cruz, Sathyan (Tamil actor), Sathyan and Anuya Y Bhagwat, Anuya, with S. J. Suryah and Vijay Vasanth in cameo appearances. It is a remake of the Rajkumar Hirani's 2009 Hindi-language film ''3 Idiots'', which itself is based on Chetan Bhagat's novel ''Five Point Someone''. The film follows Venkat, Senthil and Srivatsan, who are on the search for their long lost friend, Panchavan Parivendhan. Gemini Film Circuit acquired the remake rights for ''3 Idiots'' in January 2010. Several directors were approached to direct it, with Shankar finalised in that October. Vijay was signed to portray Aamir Khan's role in the film, however, he walked out due to schedule conflicts in December. After trying to get Suriya on bo ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
83 (film)
''83'' is a 2021 Indian Hindi-language biographical sports drama film written and directed by Kabir Khan and produced by Deepika Padukone, Kabir Khan, Vishnu Vardhan Induri and Sajid Nadiadwala. Based on the India national cricket team led by Kapil Dev, which won the 1983 Cricket World Cup, and jointly written by Khan, along with Sanjay Puran Singh Chauhan, Vasan Bala and Sumit Arora, it features an ensemble cast including Ranveer Singh, Padukone, Pankaj Tripathi, Tahir Raj Bhasin, Jiiva, Saqib Saleem, Jatin Sarna, Chirag Patil, Dinker Sharma, Nishant Dahiya, Harrdy Sandhu, Sahil Khattar, Ammy Virk, Adinath Kothare, Dhairya Karwa and R. Badree. Vishnu Vardhan Induri who first owned the rights for the film and Madhu Mantena, the co-producer in Phantom Films, formally met the Indian squad of 1983 during mid-July 2016, and its frontman Kapil Dev, where they signed a Memorandum of understanding (MoU) to make the official biopic. In September 2017, Reliance ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Endrendrum Punnagai
''Endrendrum Punnagai'' () is a 2013 Indian Tamil-language romantic comedy drama film written and directed by I. Ahmed starring Jiiva, Trisha, Vinay, Andrea Jeremiah, Santhanam and Nassar. The film has music by Harris Jayaraj and cinematography by R. Madhi. The film was launched officially in Chennai on 29 June 2012. Upon its release on 20 December 2013, the film received positive reviews from critics and became a commercial success. The film's title is based on a song of the same name from '' Alaipayuthey'' (2000). Plot The movie starts with Goutham, as a child, being told that women are all bad and are very selfish by his father Sridhar because his wife had eloped that day. They then move to Chennai, where Goutham meets Sri Harsha and Baby. The trio became inseparable friends. 15 years later, it is shown that they are running an advertising agency, and Goutham has stopped speaking to his father. After a heated incident at a friend's bachelor party, the three friends pr ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kalakalappu 2
''Kalakalappu 2'' is a 2018 Indian Tamil-language comedy film directed and co-written by Sundar C and produced by Khushbu. It is a spiritual successor to the 2012 film '' Kalakalappu''. The film stars Jiiva, Jai, Shiva, Nikki Galrani and Catherine Tresa. Though it had been discussed since 2012, the film began production only in October 2017 and ended that December, taking place in locations including Varanasi, Karaikudi, Pune and Hyderabad. It was released on 9 February 2018. Plot The film starts with Raghu trying to kill his father for not taking good care of his family. That is when he discovers that he owns an ancestral property in Kasi which was given as lease almost a century ago. At the same time, an IT raid takes place in a minister's house. The minister hands over the laptop having his property detail to his auditor, who demands five crores to hand over the laptop. In Kasi, Raghu's ancestral property is taken care by Srinivas alias Seenu, but he was unsuccessful i ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Thithikudhe
''Thithikudhe'' () is a 2003 Indian Tamil-language romance film directed by Brinda Sarathy. It stars Jiiva and Sridevi Vijaykumar in the lead roles, while Shrutika, Vivek, Nassar, Devan and Madhan Bob play supporting roles. The film's score and music were composed by Vidyasagar. This film is a Tamil remake of the 2001 Telugu ''Manasantha Nuvve''. It tells the story of two childhood friends and how they reunite some time later. The film was released on 1 August 2003. Plot Chinnu and Anuradha (Anu) are childhood friends who live in a village. They always enjoy singing, dancing, playing and having fun together. Anu's father, who is a rich government official, gets transferred and relocates to another place with his family, which makes Anu lose contact with Chinnu. Before Anu leaves the village, she gifts a nice and beautiful musical watch to Chinnu as a token of her remembrance. Chinnu's mother passes away suddenly, and he is left alone. Chinnu is adopted by Chandramohan's ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kattradhu Thamizh
''Kattradhu Thamizh'' (; previously titled is a 2007 Indian Tamil-language psychological thriller film written and directed by Ram, who directs his debut film. Produced by Salmara Mohammad Sharief, it stars Jiiva, Anjali and Karunas. The film was released on 5 October 2007, to unanimous critical acclaim. The film is about an ordinary young Tamil-postgraduate, who becomes a tortured victim of Chennai's gentrification, fueled by the booming IT industry, slowly losing his mental balance and becoming a psychopath. According to Ram, the movie explores what might become of a society, that undervalues the education and practice of the arts and humanities. Although the film was not commercially successful at the time of release, it has since become a cult classic. Plot Prabhakar (Jiiva) is a Tamil teacher in a private school in west Mambalam area of Chennai, who leads a lonely life in a lodge. He is frustrated and even tries to commit suicide, in a system where knowing one's mother t ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Aasai Aasaiyai
''Aasai Aasaiyai'' is a 2003 Indian Tamil-language romance film directed by Ravi Mariya. This film was the debut of the producer R. B. Choudary's son, Jiiva, and also stars Sharmelee. The music was composed by Mani Sharma. Song lyrics were penned by Vairamuthu and Ravi Mariya. The film's title is based on a song from ''Aanandham'' (2001), which was also produced by the same studio, Super Good Films. Plot The story revolves around Vinod, who aspires to become a businessman after completing his bachelor's degree. His parents keep nudging him to find a job. He also works part-time as a private detective. He is assigned a detective job to follow a girl and find out her general activities and also if she is in love with anyone. While doing this job, he eventually falls in love with the girl Brinda (Sharmelee) and quits his detective job. Brinda, who is the daughter of a rich gold seller Sankaranarayanan (Nasser), has a policy to not love anyone as her sister eloped with a guy in the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
