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Kalaignan
''Kalaignan'' () is a 1993 Indian Tamil-language thriller film written and directed by G. B. Vijay and produced by Ramkumar Ganesan. It stars Kamal Haasan and Farheen while Sivaranjani, Sindhuja, Nirmalamma and Chi. Guru Dutt play supporting roles. It was released on 14 April 1993, Puthandu. Plot Indrajith is a Tamil pop singer based in Bangalore with a large female following. When a back-up dancer, Sandhya, in Indrajith's group, is murdered under mysterious circumstances, the police suspect Indrajith, but they have no evidence linking him to the crime. Meanwhile, Sandhya's sister Divya arrives at her aunt Dr. Prabhavathy's house to find out the truth about Sandhya's death. She gets off on the wrong foot with Indrajith. She talks to his manager, Harichandra Prasad, and other musicians who all have differing opinions about Sandhya. While investigating, Divya stages an attack in a bar, getting Indrajith to save her and takes her to his concert. At the end of the concert, Jen ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Chi Guru Dutt
Chitnahalli Guru Dutt is an Indian actor and director, primarily concentrating on Kannada and Tamil films. He is the son of Chi. Udaya Shankar. Career He debuted along with Shivrajkumar in the Kannada film '' Anand'' (1986). He was launched in Tamil by K. Balachander with '' Pudhu Pudhu Arthangal'' (1989). His major Tamil appearance in the thriller film ''Kalaignan'' (1993) opposite Kamal Haasan as the psychopath doctor. He has acted in more than 100 films. Chi Guru Dutt has also directed '' Aryan'' starring Shivarajkumar, Ramya and Sarath Babu Filmography Actor ; Kannada *'' Anand'' (1986) *''Samyuktha'' (1988) *'' Inspector Vikram'' (1989) *''Kitturina Huli'' (1991) *'' Aralida Hoovugalu'' (1991) *'' Halli Rambhe Belli Bombe'' (1991) *''Belli Kalungura'' (1992) *'' Nagaradalli Nayakaru'' (1992) *''Mannina Doni'' (1992) *'' Jeevana Chaitra'' (1992) *'' Ananda Jyothi'' (1993) *''Chirabandhavya'' (1993) *'' Jaga Mechida Huduga'' (1993) *''Kalavida'' (1997) *''Goonda Matt ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ilaiyaraaja
Ilaiyaraaja (born R. Gnanathesikan, 3 June 1943) is an Indian musician, composer, arranger, conductor, orchestrator, instrumentalist, lyricist and singer, popular for his works in Indian Cinema, prominently in Tamil films. Reputed to be one of the most prolific Indian composers, in a career spanning over forty-five years, he has composed over 7,000 songs and provided film scores for over 1,000 films, apart from performing in over 20,000 concerts. Ilaiyaraaja received several awards for his works throughout his career. In 2012, for his creative and experimental works in the field of music, he received the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award, the highest Indian recognition given to people in the field of performing arts. In 2010, he was awarded the Padma Bhushan, the third-highest civilian honour in India; and was conferred the Padma Vibhushan in 2018, the second-highest civilian award by the government of India. He is a nominated Member of Parliament in the Indian upper house, Ra ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ramkumar Ganesan
Ramkumar Ganesan (born 12 January 1955) is an Indian film producer and actor. He is the head of Sivaji Productions, a film productions company that has produced several films, particularly featuring his father Sivaji Ganesan or his younger brother Prabhu. Early life Born in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, Ramkumar is the eldest son of Tamil actor Sivaji Ganesan and the older brother of Tamil actor Prabhu, Shanti and Thenmozhi. He graduated with a degree in business administration from Vivekananda College and began working at the production company Sivaji Productions established by his father. Career Ramkumar took over Sivaji Productions after his uncle V. C. Shanmugham had died. The company is being led by Ramkumar along with his brother Prabhu. The most notable production under Ramkumar remains the blockbuster '' Chandramukhi'' in 2005. In 2009, the brothers produced the film ''Aasal'' starring Ajith Kumar. Ramkumar has also acted in a couple of scenes, playing notable support ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sankarabharanam (raga)
Dhīraśankarābharaṇaṃ, commonly known as ''Śankarābharaṇaṃ'', is a rāga in Carnatic music. It is the 29th ''Melakarta'' rāga in the 72 ''Melakarta'' rāga system of Carnatic music. Since this raga has many Gamakās (ornamentations), it is glorified as ''"Sarva Gamaka Maaṇika Rakti Rāgaṃ".'' By scale wise, the Śankarābharaṇaṃ scale corresponds to ''Bilaval'' in the Hindustani music system. The Western equivalent is the major scale, or the ''Ionian mode''.''Ragas in Carnatic music'' by Dr. S. Bhagyalekshmy, Pub. 1990, CBH Publications''Raganidhi'' by P. Subba Rao, Pub. 1964, The Music Academy of Madras Hence this rāga is one of the most popular scales across the world, known with different names in different musical styles. Its nature is mellifluous and smooth. This rāga offers a large scope for compositions. It is ideal for a melodious, but still laid back majestic presentation. Structure and Lakshana It is the 5th rāga in the 5th ''Chakra Bāṇa' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Vaali (poet)
Tiruchirapalli Srinivasan Rangarajan, professionally credited by his pseudonym Vaali (born 29 October 1931 – 18 July 2013) was an Indian poet who is the highest songs wrote lyricist in cinema and whose works were in Tamil, had a five-decade long association with the Tamil film industry, wrote over 15,000 songs. He acted in a number of films, including '' Sathya'', '' Hey Ram'', '' Paarthale Paravasam'' and '' Poikkal Kudhirai''. He was honoured by the Government of India with the Padma Shri, India's fourth highest civilian honour in 2007. Biography Vaali was born in a Iyengar brahmin family as T. S. Rangarajan on 29 October 1931 to Srinivasan Iyengar and Ponnammal Iyengar. His native place is Thirupparaithurai, Tiruchirappalli district. Growing up, he studied at Higher Secondary School for Boys, Srirangam, Srirangam till he finished his SSLC. He went to Madras in the 1950 seeking an opportunity in Tamil film industry. In the 1960s and 1970s, he received patronage from act ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ajay Rathnam
Ajay Rathnam is an Indian actor who has worked predominantly in Tamil films and serials. He is known for his supporting and negative roles and has acted in over 300 movies. Standing at 6 ft 4 in (193 cm), Rathnam is one of the tallest actors in Kollywood. Career Rathnam made his acting debut with the horror film '' Naalai Manithan'' (1989) in which he played a monster. He has appeared in one episode of the TV serial ''Marmadesam'' (Vidathu Karuppu). He played the leader of the fictional LTF rebels in the Hindi-language film ''Madras Cafe'' (2013). His character bore a close resemblance to the late LTTE leader Velupillai Prabhakaran. Other works His other side is seen as a motivational trainer and has transformed lives of thousands of children under his academy "STONE TO DIAMOND". Rathnam has been an abettor conducting motivational seminars for the students at various colleges. In 2018, he launched his badminton academy named "V Square" in Chennai. In 2019, he launched "V Square ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kamal Haasan
Kamal Haasan (born 7 November 1954) is an Indian actor, filmmaker, screenwriter, playback singer, television presenter and politician who works mainly in Tamil cinema and has also appeared in some Telugu, Malayalam, Hindi, Kannada and Bengali films. He has been recognised as an influence for actors and filmmakers in the Tamil film industry. He is also known for introducing many new technologies and cosmetics to the Indian film industry. He has won numerous accolades, including four National Film Awards and 20 Filmfare Awards. He was awarded the Kalaimamani Award in 1984, the Padma Shri in 1990, the Padma Bhushan in 2014 and the Ordre des Arts et des Lettres (''Chevalier'') in 2016. Haasan started his career as a child artist in the 1960 Tamil-language film ''Kalathur Kannamma'', for which he won the President's Gold Medal. His breakthrough as a lead actor came in the 1975 drama ''Apoorva Raagangal'', directed by K. Balachander, in which he played a rebellious youth who falls i ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kazan Khan
Kazan Khan is an Indian actor who has predominantly appeared in Malayalam Malayalam (; , ) is a Dravidian language spoken in the Indian state of Kerala and the union territories of Lakshadweep and Puducherry ( Mahé district) by the Malayali people. It is one of 22 scheduled languages of India. Malayalam wa ... and Tamil films. He is best known for his villain roles. Filmography References External links * Living people Indian male film actors Male actors in Tamil cinema Male actors in Malayalam cinema Year of birth missing (living people) {{India-actor-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ooha
Uma Maheswari, known by her stage names Sivaranjani and Ooha, is a former Indian actress. She worked primarily in Telugu and Tamil films, in addition to Malayalam films in the 1990s. She received Nandi Award for Best Actress Best Actress is the name of an award which is presented by various film, television and theatre organisations, festivals, and people's awards to leading actresses in a film, television series, television film or play. The first Best Actress awar ... for '' Aame'' (1994). Personal life Ooha married actor Srikanth in 1997 and the couple has three children Roshan, Medha and Rohan. Filmography Television * Enthiran References External links * Living people 1970 births Actresses in Telugu cinema Indian film actresses Actresses in Tamil cinema Actresses in Malayalam cinema 20th-century Indian actresses Actresses in Kannada cinema Actresses from Kerala Actresses in Tamil television {{India-actor-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Farheen
Farheen (born as Farheen Khan; 3 August 1973), also known as Bindiya in the South Indian film industry, is an Indian actress, who has primarily worked in Bollywood, Kannada cinema and Tamil cinema. She made her debut with ''Jaan Tere Naam'' opposite Ronit Roy in 1992. She was famous as a look-alike of Madhuri Dixit. Career Farheen worked in films including ''Aag Ka Toofan'', '' Fauj'', ''Halli Meshtru'' and '' Nazar Ke Samne'' but her only popular film is ''Jaan Tere Naam''. In 2014, Farheen announced her comeback to films in a project directed by Deepak Balraj Vij, the director of her debut film ''Jaan Tere Naam''. Partial filmography Personal life Farheen was born in a Muslim family, and is married to former Indian cricketer Manoj Prabhakar Manoj Prabhakar (born 15 April 1963) is a former Indian cricketer and Coach, who recently coached Nepal National Cricket Team. He was a right-arm medium-pace bowler and a lower-order batsman, and has also opened the innings s ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jayanan Vincent
Jayanan Vincent is an Indian cinematographer. He is the son of cinematographer and director, A. Vincent, and elder brother to Ajayan Vincent. He is known for his work in Malayalam, Telugu, Tamil, and Hindi films and he is a member of the Indian Society of Cinematographers (ISC). He won two Nandi Awards. Selected filmography *1975 – Jyothi (1976 film) (Telugu)- apprentice, camera department *1976 – Kalpana (Telugu) - apprentice, camera department *1976 – Secretary (1976 film) (Telugu) - apprentice, camera department *1976 – Prema Lekhalu (Telugu) - assistant cameraman *1977 – Adavi Ramudu (1977 film) (Telugu) - assistant cameraman *1977 – Gadusu Pillodu (Telugu) - assistant cameraman *1977 – Agninakshathram (1977 film) (Malayalam) - associate cameraman *1977 – Kannappanunni (Malayalam) - assistant cameraman *1977 – Naam Pirandha Mann (Tamil) - assistant cameraman *1977 – Acharam Ammini Osaram Omana (Malayalam) - camera operator *1977 – Mariamman ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sivaji Productions
Sivaji Productions was an Indian film production and distribution company based in Chennai. Established in 1958, it was involved mainly in Tamil and Hindi-language films until 2010. History Sivaji Productions company is owned by Prabhu and his brother Ramkumar Ganesan. It is named after their father, the thespian Sivaji Ganesan. Notable films released under their banner includes Puthiya Paravai, Vietnam Veedu, Thanga Pathakkam, Thirisoolam'', Aruvadai Naal, Vetri Vizha, Mannan and Chandramukhi''. Sivaji Productions was started in 1956 by Dr. Sivaji Ganesan and his brother Sri V.C. Shanmugam. It was first started as a distribution company and distributed many of Dr. Sivaji's movies. In 1958, Sivaji Productions co-produced its first film Amardeepam which was a Hindi remake of Amardeep. Its first solo production was Puthiya Paravai in 1964 with Dr. Sivaji in the lead role. Since then, Sivaji Productions has produced about 18 films till date. After Sri V.C. Shanmugam's d ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
