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Karunakaran (actor)
Karunakaran (born 28 January 1981) is an Indian people, Indian actor who mainly appears in character or comedian roles in Tamil cinema. He made his breakthrough in the film ''Soodhu Kavvum'' (2013). He also appeared in supporting roles in ''Yaamirukka Bayamey'' (2014), ''Jigarthanda (2014 film), Jigarthanda'' (2014) and ''Indru Netru Naalai'' (2015). Career Karunakaran's father is a former Research and Analysis Wing, RAW agent and he grew up in New Delhi, before moving to Tiruchirappalli, Trichy with his parents, where he met short film maker and friend Nalan Kumarasamy. He completed his secondary schooling at St. John's Vestry Anglo Indian Hr. Sec. School, Trichy. It is during his school days, where he met his longtime friend Srikanth Ravikumar, who is one of the biggest entrepreneur who has settled in Malaysia. He initially made a career as chemical engineer, graduating from Shanmugha Arts, Science, Technology & Research Academy, SASTRA University, and then as an IT professi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Chennai
Chennai (, ), formerly known as Madras ( the official name until 1996), is the capital city of Tamil Nadu, the southernmost Indian state. The largest city of the state in area and population, Chennai is located on the Coromandel Coast of the Bay of Bengal. According to the 2011 Indian census, Chennai is the sixth-most populous city in the country and forms the fourth-most populous urban agglomeration. The Greater Chennai Corporation is the civic body responsible for the city; it is the oldest city corporation of India, established in 1688—the second oldest in the world after London. The city of Chennai is coterminous with Chennai district, which together with the adjoining suburbs constitutes the Chennai Metropolitan Area, the 36th-largest urban area in the world by population and one of the largest metropolitan economies of India. The traditional and de facto gateway of South India, Chennai is among the most-visited Indian cities by foreign tourists. It was rank ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Pizza (2012 Film)
''Pizza'' is a 2012 Indian Tamil-language supernatural mystery thriller film written and directed by debutant Karthik Subbaraj. The film stars Vijay Sethupathi in lead role with Remya Nambeesan, Aadukalam Naren, Jayakumar, Pooja Ramachandran and Bobby Simha play supporting roles. It is the first installment in the ''Pizza'' film series. The story is about a pizza delivery boy Michael (Sethupathi) who lands in a mysterious predicament and how it causes a dramatic change in his life. The film, produced by C. V. Kumar under Thirukumaran Entertainment, was released by Sangam Cinemas. Featuring music composed by Santhosh Narayanan and cinematography by Gopi Amarnath, it was the first Tamil film to feature 7.1 surround sound. ''Pizza'' released on 19 October 2012 to highly positive reviews for its storyline, screenplay, performances, background score, direction and plot twist. It become a major critical and commercial success grossing crores. ''Pizza'' was later remade into Ka ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Vijay Award For Best Comedian
The Vijay for Best Comedian is given by STAR Vijay as part of its annual Vijay Awards ceremony for Tamil ( Kollywood) films. The list Here is a list of the award winners and the films for which they won. Nominations *2008 Kamal Haasan - '' Dasavathaaram'' **M. S. Bhaskar - '' Velli Thirai'' ** Premji Amaren - '' Saroja'' ** Vivek - '' Kuruvi'' *2009 Santhanam - '' Siva Manasula Sakthi'' **Ganja Karuppu - '' Naadodigal'' **Jegan - ''Ayan'' **Namo Narayana - '' Naadodigal'' ** Vadivelu - ''Aadhavan'' *2010 Santhanam - '' Boss Engira Bhaskaran'' **Ganja Karuppu - '' Kalavani'' **M. S. Bhaskar & Chams - '' Irumbukkottai Murattu Singam'' ** Vadivelu - '' Nagaram'' ** Vivek - ''Singam'' *2011 Santhanam - '' Siruthai'' and Kovai Sarala - '' Muni 2: Kanchana'' ** Santhanam - '' Deiva Thirumagal'' ** Vadivelu - '' Kaavalan'' ** Vivek - '' Mappillai'' *2012 Santhanam - '' Oru Kal Oru Kannadi'' ** Karunas - '' Kazhugu'' **Sathyan - '' Nanban'' ** Soori - '' Sundarapandian'' ** ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Theeya Velai Seiyyanum Kumaru
''Theeya Velai Seiyyanum Kumaru'' () is a 2013 Indian Tamil-language romantic comedy film co-produced and directed by Sundar C. and produced by Khushbu. The film stars Siddharth, Hansika Motwani, and Santhanam. The film was partially reshot in Telugu as ''Something Something'' with Brahmanandam replacing Santhanam and a different supporting cast. The film released on 14 June 2013 to positive reviews, performing well at the box office and becoming a commercial success. Plot Kumar is a software engineer who lives in a joint family. All of the marriages in his family have been love marriages for generations. He, however, swears off girls and love because of bad experiences in his childhood and teenage years. One day, he falls in love with Sanjana, a new employee in his office. Unable to convey his feelings, he seeks the help of Mokia (Premji in Telugu), a man who earns a living by helping men impress their lovers. Mokia teaches him to be more assertive and flirtatious. He make ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Vijay Award For Best Supporting Actor
The Vijay for Best Supporting Actor is given by STAR Vijay as part of its annual Vijay Awards ceremony for Tamil (Kollywood) films. The list Here is a list of the award winners and the films for which they won. Nominations *2007 Prakash Raj - '' Mozhi'' **M. S. Bhaskar - '' Mozhi'' ** Murali - '' Polladhavan'' **Rajkiran - '' Kireedam'' **Saravanan - ''Paruthiveeran'' *2008 Ajmal Ameer - '' Anjathey'' ** Kumaravel - '' Abhiyum Naanum'' **Prakash Raj - '' Abhiyum Naanum'' ** Sasikumar - '' Subramaniyapuram'' *2009 Jayaprakash - ''Pasanga'' ** Bharani - '' Naadodigal'' **Jegan - ''Ayan'' ** Krishnamoorthy - ''Naan Kadavul'' **Mohanlal - '' Unnaipol Oruvan'' *2010 Thambi Ramaiah - ''Mynaa'' **Ganesh - ''Vinnaithaandi Varuvaayaa'' ** Madhavan - '' Manmadan Ambu'' ** Parthiban - '' Aayirathil Oruvan'' **Sampath Raj - '' Goa'' *2011 R. Sarathkumar - '' Muni 2: Kanchana'' **Azhagarsamiyin Kuthirai - '' Appukutty'' ** Ajmal Ameer - '' Ko'' ** G. M. Kumar - '' Avan Ivan'' **Guru S ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Maalai Pozhudhin Mayakathilaey
''Maalai Pozhudhin Mayakathilaey'' () is a 2012 Indian Tamil-language romance film written and directed by Narayan Nagendra Rao. It stars Aari Arujunan and Shubha Phutela, with Subbu Panchu, R. S. Shivaji, and Balaji Venugopal in other pivotal roles. The soundtrack and background score was composed by Achu, while the film was produced by Mayuri Sekar. Cast *Aari Arujunan as Ajay *Shubha Phutela as Jiya *Subbu Panchu as Manager * R. S. Shivaji as Writer *Balaji Venugopal as Satish *Sathish as Tarun * Karunakaran as Sampath *Tejasvini as Ramya *Vishal as Vishnu *Hari as Hari *Radha Manallan as Paarthi *Ashwathy Warrier (guest appearance in a song 'Oh Baby Girl') *Nandha (guest appearance in a song 'Oh Baby Girl') Production In February 2010, the makers of ''Maalai Pozhudhin Mayakathilaey'' (MPM) announced that they were going to host auditions to select a heroine and a road show was subsequently held for two days around colleges and popular hangouts in Chennai. In March 20 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kalakalappu
''Kalakalappu'' () () is a 2012 Indian Tamil-language romantic comedy film directed by Sundar C. and produced by his wife Khushbu. It stars Vimal, Shiva, Anjali, Oviya and Santhanam, with music composed by Vijay Ebenezer. It was originally titled ''Masala Cafe'', but was later renamed to ''Kalakalappu''. The film released on 11 May 2012 to mixed to positive reviews, and became a commercial success. The film is 25th directorial venture for Sundar C. The film was remade in Telugu as '' Jump Jilani'' starring Allari Naresh. In 2018, the film later went into the spiritual successor ''Kalakalappu 2''. The movie is loosely based on the 2009 German Comedy film '' Soul Kitchen''. Plot Seenu runs the Kumbakonam-based Masala Café, inherited from his forefathers. Masala Café was a famous food outlet a few decades back, but has lost its prominence later, and now Seenu finds it difficult to manage. The café's chef and his granddaughter Maya stay with Seenu. Madhavi, the new health ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Yogi Babu
Yogi Babu (born 22 July 1985) is an Indian actor and comedian, who appears in Tamil films. A three time Ananda Vikatan Cinema Award winner, he performed in ''Aandavan Kattalai'' (2016), '' Kolamavu Kokila'' (2018) and '' Pariyerum Perumal'' (2018). Early and personal life Babu's father was a havildar in the Indian Army, so Babu had to travel alongside a lot as a child, as a result of which he studied in Jammu in the early 1990s. Babu married Manju Bhargavi on 5 February 2020 in an intimate ceremony held at their ancestral temple in Tiruttani. Career Babu worked as an assistant director in the '' Lollu Sabha'', and helping write scenes for two years. He made his feature film debut in the Ameer-starring ''Yogi'' (2009) as an aspiring actor and subsequently adapted the name of the film as a prefix for his stage name. He appeared as a goon in '' Paiyaa''. He later appeared in an uncredited role as a pimp in Sundar C.'s '' Kalakalappu'' (2012). In 2013, he appeared in his first ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Panni Kutty
''Panni Kutty'' () is a 2022 Indian Tamil-language comedy film directed by Anucharan Murugaiyan. The film stars Yogi Babu and Karunakaran, and also features Singampuli, Ramar, Thangadurai, Dindigul I. Leoni, Lakshmipriya and T. P. Gajendran in other important roles. K composes the music for the film. The film was released in theatres on 8 July 2022. Cast Production The film is produced by Subaskaran Allirajah under Lyca Productions. Shooting has been completed on May, 2019 and post production is in progress. Music The music rights of the film is owned by Lyca Music. The music of the film is composed by Krishna Kumar. Lyrics are written by Gnanakaravel S. Release After many delays the film was released in theatres on 8 July 2022. The film digital rights acquired by Sun NXT and started streaming from 12 August 2022. Reception M Suganth critic of ''The Times of India'' gave 3 stars out of 5 and stated that ": A gentle rural comedy that is likeable, but not compel ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Maanaadu
''Maanaadu'' () is a 2021 Indian Tamil-language science fiction action thriller film written and directed by Venkat Prabhu and produced by Suresh Kamatchi. The film stars Silambarasan, S. J. Suryah and Kalyani Priyadarshan alongside S. A. Chandrasekhar, Y. G. Mahendran, Karunakaran, Premgi Amaren, Aravind Akash and Anjena Kirti in supporting roles. The film's music and score is composed by Yuvan Shankar Raja, with cinematography handled by Richard M. Nathan and editing done by Praveen K. L (in his 100th film). It revolves around a common man and a police officer, whom are trapped in a time loop, at the day of a public conference of the chief minister and forced to live the same day over and over again. The project was announced in July 2018, marking Prabhu's maiden collaboration with Silambarasan. During the extensive pre-production work, the producer ousted Silambarasan from the project in August 2019, citing his unprofessional behaviour, and the latter announced another proj ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Monster (2019 Film)
''Monster'' is a 2019 Indian Tamil-language comedy film, written and directed by Nelson Venkatesan and produced by Potential Studios. Inspired by the 1997 American slapstick black comedy film ''Mouse Hunt'', film features S. J. Suryah, Priya Bhavani Shankar, and Karunakaran in the lead roles. Featuring music composed by Justin Prabhakaran, the film finished production in September 2018. The film released on 17 May 2019 to positive reviews from critics, with critics praising S. J. Suryah's performance and the comedy. Plot Anjanam Azhagiya Pillai (S. J. Suryah) is an ardent devotee of Vallalar since childhood, and hence, he respects each and every living creature from very young age. Anjanam, aged 36, lives alone in Chennai, although he is an engineer in the state electricity board with good pay. He has two major goals in life - to get married soon and to own a good house. After the 150th marriage rejection, he buys a flat in a beautiful apartment. As soon as he moves to his n ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Hindu
''The Hindu'' is an Indian English-language daily newspaper owned by The Hindu Group, headquartered in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. It began as a weekly in 1878 and became a daily in 1889. It is one of the Indian newspapers of record and the second most circulated English-language newspaper in India, after '' The Times of India''. , ''The Hindu'' is published from 21 locations across 11 states of India. ''The Hindu'' has been a family-owned newspaper since 1905, when it was purchased by S. Kasturi Ranga Iyengar from the original founders. It is now jointly owned by Iyengar's descendants, referred to as the "Kasturi family", who serve as the directors of the holding company. The current chairperson of the group is Malini Parthasarathy, a great-granddaughter of Iyengar. Except for a period of about two years, when S. Varadarajan held the editorship of the newspaper, the editorial positions of the paper were always held by members of the family or held under their direction. His ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
