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Shamna
Shamna Kasim, also known by her stage name Poorna is an Indian actress, dancer, and model, who appears in Malayalam cinema, Malayalam, Telugu cinema , Telugu, Tamil cinema, Tamil and Kannada films. Early life She was born in Kannur to a Malayalee couple Kasim and Ramla. She has done her schooling from St. Teresas Anglo-Indian Higher Secondary School in Kannur after shifting from Ursuline Senior Secondary School. She shifted her school to concentrate more on her dancing skills. She resides in Kochi, Kerala. Career 2004–2011: Early struggle She made her acting debut in the 2004 Malayalam film ''Manju Poloru Penkutty''. She played her first major role in her debut Telugu film ''Sri Mahalakshmi'' (2007), while playing the lead female character in her first Tamil film, ''Muniyandi Vilangial Moonramandu'' (2008). Her biggest hit came with ''Josh (2009 Kannada film), Josh'' (2009), a Kannada movie that completed 100 days in the theatres. She has starred in several Tamil film ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kodaikanal (film)
''Kodaikanal'' is a 2008 Tamil language thriller film directed by T. K. Bose. The film stars newcomers Ashwanth Thilak, Shamna Kasim, Poorna and Sekar (dubbing artist), Sekar, with Kandeepan, Vadivukkarasi, Senthil, Scissor Manohar, Alex (actor), Alex, Bayilvan Ranganathan and Vijay Krishnaraj playing supporting roles. The film, produced by R. Swarnalakshmi, was released on 14 November 2008. Plot Surya (Ashwanth Thilak) and Nandha (Sekar (dubbing artist), Sekar) are orphans and petty thieves who steal for a living in Chennai. When they enter a moneylender’s house to rob, they find the safe completely empty and the moneylender dead. For the crime they haven’t committed, they are held as culprits and cops are there chasing them. The two friends, behind the wheel of a stolen car, head to Kodaikanal, a delightful hill station and a perfect place to hide from the police. In the meantime, the film actress Brinda (Shamna Kasim, Poorna) is attempted to be kidnapped by her film fina ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Chattakkari (2012 Film)
''Chattakaari'' (English: ''The Anglo Indian Girl'') is a 2012 Indian Malayalam-language romantic drama film written by Thoppil Bhasi based on Pamman's famous novel of the same name and directed by Santosh Sethumadhavan. It is the remake of the 1974 film of the same name, directed by K. S. Sethumadhavan, the father of Santhosh. The film was produced by G. Suresh Kumar under the banner of Revathy Kalamandhir. It stars Shamna Kasim in the title roles. Plot Julie is the eldest daughter of Morris, an Anglo-Indian engine-driver. Usha her close friend is from an orthodox Hindu Warrier family. At Usha's residence she (Julie) meets her brother Sasi who is studying at a different place. Julie soon falls in love with Sasi. The relationship gets more cozy and Julie gets pregnant. The rest of the plot revolves around the struggles of Julie and her baby boy, against the hypocritic fangs of society. The plot addresses themes like Life of Anglo-Indians in Kerala, the alarming rise in Pre ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kodiveeran
''Kodiveeran'' ( Flag Warrior) is a 2017 Indian Tamil-language action drama film written and directed by M. Muthaiah. M. Sasikumar, Sasikumar and Mahima Nambiar play the lead pair in the movie alongside Vidharth, Pasupathy, Shamna Kasim, Sanusha, and Bala Saravanan in supporting roles. This is Sasikumar and Muthaiah's second collaboration after ''Kutti Puli''. ''Kodiveeran'' is produced by Sasikumar's Company Productions. The music was composed by N. R. Raghunanthan, cinematography by S. R. Kathir, and editing by Venkat Raajen. The film released on 7 December 2017. Plot Kodiveeran (M. Sasikumar), is a hindu priest who protects his sister from bad guys. In his village in the Dindigul district, corruption and injustice often happens mostly by Adhigaaram, a factory owner, whose men chase and kill anyone who protests against Adhigaaram. Kodiveeran knows of Adhigaaram's tricks and always beats up his goons if they cause any trouble to the village. In the present day, Villangam Vellai ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Drushyam 2
''Drushyam 2'' () is a 2021 Indian Telugu-language crime thriller film written and directed by Jeethu Joseph. It is a remake of his 2021 Malayalam film ''Drishyam 2'' and sequel to '' Drushyam'' (2014). The film was jointly produced by D. Suresh Babu, Antony Perumbavoor, Rajkumar Sethupathi, and Jacob K. Babu through the companies Suresh Productions, RajKumar Theatres, and Max Movies. It stars Venkatesh, Meena, Nadhiya, Naresh, Kruthika and Esther Anil reprising their roles from first part, with Sampath Raj and Poorna as new additions. The story takes place six years after the events of ''Drushyam''. ''Drushyam 2'' was released on Amazon Prime Video on 25 November 2021. It received highly positive reviews from critics and audiences, claiming that the film's sequel is much better and improved than its predecessor. It was dubbed in Hindi as ''Aankhen 2'' in 2023. Plot On the night of 3 August 2014, Janardhan sees Rambabu exiting an under-construction police station (b ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Avunu 2
''Avunu 2 '' is a 2015 Indian Telugu-language horror thriller film written, directed, and produced by Ravi Babu. A sequel to the 2012 film '' Avunu'', the film stars Poorna and Harshvardhan Rane who reprise their roles from the original with a new cast including Sanjjana and Nikita Thukral. The story takes place immediately after the events of ''Avunu''. Plot With the past behind them, Mohini and Harsha decide to move from the suburbs and settle into a plush apartment in the heart of the city. Having left the spirit of Captain Raju in the suburbs and armed with a talisman around her neck, Mohini starts feeling safe in the new set up. Harsha and Mohini look forward to the long pending consummation of their marriage. They start living in the new flat, much to the annoyance of their neighbour, who constantly doubts anyone who enters their house and gets into verbal brawl as well. Harsha, with his team, works in a lab & provides support to paranormal experiments done by a doctor ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Avunu (film)
'' Avunu '' () is a 2012 Telugu-language horror thriller film written, produced and directed by Ravi Babu and presented by Suresh Productions. Poorna and Harshvardhan Rane star in the film. The score is by Shekar Chandra and cinematography by N. Sudhakar Reddy. The film was made on a budget of 45 lakhs. It is loosely based on the 1982 American supernatural horror film ''The Entity'' and was dubbed in Hindi as ''Aatma Ka Ghar''. Plot Long time lovers Mohini ( Poorna) and Harsha (Harshvardhan Rane) get married and move into a new community where Harsha had bought a house. Harsha's parents come to stay with them for a few days and also to make sure that the marriage is not consummated before a certain auspicious time. Unknown to the inhabitants of the house a voyeuristic spirit lived there and it takes a certain fascination for Mohini. Unknown to Mohini the spirit follows her around everywhere and finds pleasure in watching her change clothes and taking a shower. Meanwhile, t ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Vithagan
''Vithagan'' () is a 2011 Tamil-language action film directed by R. Parthiban, starring himself along with Poorna. The film, which has been in making since 2008, released on 18 November 2011. The film was the 50th film of Parthiban, has him in the role of a police officer, who is brainy as well as brawny. Plot Rowdran ( R. Parthiban) is an upright cop who is fighting not only the scums of the society but also his seniors who are hand-in-glove with the goondas. For this, he takes law into his hands and goes on an unstoppable killing spree wiping out the wanted criminals in police files, one by one in carefully planned operations. But soon, the film goes from a legitimate thriller to a typical revenge drama without much warning. In a flashback, we are told that our orphan cop had a picture-perfect family which was wiped out by Badri ( Milind Soman). And now to bring the don back from a foreign destination and take revenge, Rowdran who is put behind bars turns a goonda and joins ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Aadu Puli
''Aadu Puli'' () is a 2011 Indian Tamil language action drama film written and directed by newcomer Vijay Prakash and produced by S. Michael Rayappan. The film stars Aadhi, Poorna, and Prabhu, while Suresh, Ravichandran, K. R. Vijaya, Anupama Kumar, and Yuvarani play supporting roles. The music was composed by Sundar C. Babu with editing by Kishore Te and cinematography by Rajavel Olhiveeran. The film was released on 18 February 2011. It opened to negative reviews and was a flop at the box office. The film was dubbed into Telugu as ''Chelgatam''. Plot Bhagyanathan (Prabhu) is a crazy fan of M. G. Ramachandran and has named his son Idhayakani (Aadhi). Idhayakani is a nice guy who watches movies, plays basketball, flirts with girls like Anjali ( Poorna), and has a happy family consisting of his father, loving mother Kalaiarasi ( Anupama), sister, grandfather Sabapathy ( Ravichandran), and grandmother Sampoornam (K. R. Vijaya). However, Thillainayagam ( Suresh), Anjali's fath ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jayammu Nischayammu Raa (2016 Film)
''Jayammu Nischayammu Raa'' is a 2016 Indian Telugu comedy film directed and produced by Shiva Raj Kanumuri under his banner Shiva Raj Films. It stars Srinivasa Reddy, Shamna Kasim, Ravi Varma, and Praveen. The film was inspired by the 1976 Hindi movie '' Chhoti Si Baat,'' which is loosely based on the 1960 British movie '' School for Scoundrels''. Plot In 2013, in Andhra Pradesh, Mangallam Sarvesh Kumar, also known as Sarvamangalam "Sarvam" (played by Srinivas Reddy), is a man from Karimnagar who has been preparing for the state PSC exams for the past 10 years. Sarvam is shy, naive, and a firm believer in astrology, following the guidance of Pitha (Jeeva), a well-known astrologer. He finally receives a call for an interview in Hyderabad. On his way to attend the interview, he spots a woman in the market and immediately falls in love. He calls Pitha, who tells him that the woman he saw in the marketplace is a lucky charm and might be the reason he got the job. Sarvam is post ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Aaru Sundarimaarude Katha
''Aaru Sundarimaarude Katha'' (English: ''A Tale of Six Women''), abbreviated as ''ASK'', is a 2013 Malayalam thriller film directed by Rajesh K. Abraham. Umang Jain, Nadhiya, Zarina Wahab, Lena, Shamna Kasim and Lakshmi Rai are in the lead. The screenplay is by Rajesh K. Abraham and Senni Varghese. Sameer Haq handled the camera. Music by Deepak Dev and choreography by Imithiyas Aboobacker. Plot ''Aaru Sundarimarude Katha'' tells the story of six women whose destinies affect each other as they bond together for their respective families in the face of adversities which includes the murder of one among these. Cast * Nadhiya as Rose Moothedan * Lena as Cyns Ria * Lakshmi Rai as Fouzia Hassan * Zarina Wahab as Chachi Moothedan * Shamna Kasim as Meena Sreekumar * Umang Jain as Anju Moothedan * Narain as Sreekumar * Prathap Pothen as Alex Paul * Deepak Parambol as Lalu * Govind Padmasoorya as Raja * Arjun Nandhakumar as Jai Reception Rajeevan of Metromatinee.com commented ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kandhakottai
''Kandhakottai'' is a 2009 Indian Tamil-language romantic action film written and directed by S. Sakthivel, starring Nakul and Poorna, whilst Sampath Raj and Santhanam play supporting roles. The music was composed by Dhina. The film was released on 19 December 2009. Plot The film is about Siva, who hates love and those who are into such relationships, and even strives to separate couples. On the other hand, Pooja, a girl in Nagercoil, is the opposite of Siva, and takes risks to unite lovers. When Siva's sister Girija falls in love with Poorna's cousin, the two dissimilar characters meet. And when Siva sings ''Eppadi Ennul Kadhal Vandhadhu'', they fall in love. But a man in Nagercoil kills himself when Pooja reveals that she is in love with Siva. His father Annachi is infuriated with the girl and murders her relatives. Siva battles the baddies and marries Pooja. Cast Soundtrack The soundtrack was composed by Dhina. Karthik Srinivasan of '' Milliblog'' called it "Belo ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Vellore Maavattam
''Vellore Maavattam'' () is a 2011 Indian Tamil-language action film written and directed by R. N. R. Manohar, starring Nandaa and Poorna in the lead roles. Produced by AGS Entertainment, the film was released on 5 October 2011. Cast Production Nandaa played a police officer for the first time. The director and producer cast him after being impressed with his performance in ''Eeram''. To prepare for the role, Nandaa spent 35 days training at the Hyderabad Police Academy. He said the film, unlike other Tamil police films, would be realistic, avoiding unrealistic fight sequences, swag and "punch dialogues". Soundtrack The tunes for the album are composed by Sundar C. Babu. Critical reception ''The New Indian Express'' gave the film a negative review and stated that "For the audience, ''Vellore Maavattam'' offers nothing that they haven't seen before!". Malathi Rangarajan of ''The Hindu'' wrote, " 'Vellore Maavattam''isn't a superhero film. Neither is Muthukumar ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |