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Chennai, June 28 (SocialNews.XYZ) One of India's top directors Atlee, who released the trailer of 'Phoenix' which marks the debut of actor Vijay Sethupathi's son Surya Sethupathi as an action hero, has called the film "a product of pure hard work". Atlee, who took to his X timeline to release the trailer of the explosive action entertainer that has been directed by stunt choreographer turned director Anal Arasu, wrote, "Phoenix is a product of pure hardwork.@ActionAnlarasu master's long awaited directorial debut -- and what a stunning one! Can't wait to finally share the trailer with you all." The film, which will mark the debut of Surya Sethupathi as an action hero in a lead role, features a host of actors including Varalakshmi, Sampath, Devadharshini, Muthukumar, Dilipan, Ajay Ghosh, Harish Uththaman, Moonar Ramesh, Abhinakshathra, Varsha, Naveen, Rishi, Nandha Saravanan, Murugadas, Vignesh, Sreejith Ravi and Aadukalam Naren among others. The trailer begins with a cop explaining how he was present at the scene of a crime when it took place. We eventually get to know that a boy has killed the son-in-law of a powerful person and that he has now been lodged in the Chengalpattu home. We also get to learn that the person who was killed suffered 36 cuts. The cops begin to investigate if there was previous enemity between the attacker's family and the victim. We then get introduced to the hero's character, who, it appears from the trailer, appears to be a kickboxer. A voiceover calls him a phoenix, saying he keeps coming back from the dead. We also get to learn that there are people who want him dead that very day. Under these circumstances, the boy is seen posing a question. "Why should they always win? Shouldn't we ever taste victory. What is your problem? Is it because we are winning or is it because we are winning over you?" The film, which has music by Sam CS, has been produced by AK Braveman Picturess Rajalakshmy 'ANL'Arasu. Cinematography for the film is by Velraj R and N John Albert has co-directed the film. Editing for the film is by National Award winner Praveen K L and stunts are by Anal Arasu himself. Art direction is by Madhan K and choreography is by Baba Bashkar and Johny.
Moradabad (UP), Aug 1 (PTI) The Moradabad district administration has cancelled the allotment of a government bungalow granted to former Uttar Pradesh chief minister Mulayam Singh Yadav. The Samajwadi Party (SP) has been asked to vacate the premises within 30 days. The bungalow, located in the posh Civil Lines area near the Police Training College (PTC II), was allotted to the SP patriarch 31 years ago. Spread across nearly 1,000 square meters on Nazul land, the property serves as the local SP office. District Magistrate Anuj Singh said the property is needed for housing officers and other ...Read More >
Ranchi (Jharkhand) [India], August 4 (ANI): The Jharkhand government declared a three-day state mourning, starting Monday, following the passing of the state's former Chief Minister and co-founder of Jharkhand Mukti Morcha, Shibu Soren. "In honour of the late Honourable former Chief Minister-cum-Rajya Sabha MP, the State Government has decided to observe 03 (three) days of state mourning from August 4 to August 6," the message from the Jharkhand government read. Also Read | Kerala Shocker: 47-Year-Old Man Dies by Suicide After Failing to Arrange Funds for Son's Engineering College Admission. ...Read More >
Actor Vijay Sethupathi is a proud father as his son Surya debuts with the Tamil film Phoenix soon. The actor got emotional at the audio launch of the film, recently held in Chennai, while watching his son follow in his footsteps. He also revealed how Atlee's Shah Rukh Khan-starrer Jawan led to his son Surya's debut. (Also Read: I want stardom, and I work only to be a star, says Vijay Sethupathi) Vijay spoke at the audio launch and said that watching him step into the limelight is like dropping h ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 1 (ANI): King Khan, Shah Rukh Khan, is beaming with joy after winning his first-ever National Film Award. The actor bagged the Best Actor award at the 71st National Film Awards for his powerful performance in Jawan. Even though he is recovering from an injury, Shah Rukh made sure to thank his fans and everyone who supported him on his journey. In a video shared on X, Shah Rukh appeared in a black t-shirt and a beanie, with his arm in a sling. He stood in front of a bookshelf, smiling warmly, despite being a little indisposed. The actor is currently heali ...Read More >
New Delhi, Aug 4 (PTI) Wordsmith-politician Shashi Tharoor chose to keep it simple in his congratulations to Shah Rukh Khan for his National Award win but not the superstar who went the whole hog in his response and had his X readers reaching out for the dictionary. The tables were turned as it were. "A National Treasure wins a National Award. Congratulations @iamsrk," Tharoor wrote on X in response to Shah Rukh bagging the National Award for his 2023 film "Jawan". "Thank you for the simple praise Mr Tharoor... would not have understood something more magniloquent and sesquipedalian...ha ha ...Read More >
Mumbai, Sep 26 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actress Sonali Kulkarni has expressed her joy over Shah Rukh Khan's recent National Award win, calling it a proud moment for the industry. In an interview with IANS, she shared that it truly makes her happy to see his immense talent being recognized and honoured at such a prestigious platform. When asked about SRK receiving his first National Award, Sonali expressed her delight, saying, "Yes, I would really like to congratulate him. He accepted the award just a day before yesterday, and it makes me very happy to see his talent being recognized." On Tuesday, Sh ...Read More >
New Delhi: The prestigious 71st National Film Awards were announced on August 1 this year, marking a historic moment for Shah Rukh Khan, who bagged his first-ever National Award in 33 years for Atlee's Jawan. Vikrant Massey and Rani Mukerji were also honoured for their outstanding performances in 12th Fail and Mrs Chatterjee vs Norway, respectively. The awards ceremony will take place on September 23 at 4 PM at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi. President Droupadi Murmu will present the awards at what is expected to be a star-studded event. Confirmed attendees include Shah Rukh Khan, Vikrant Massey, ...Read More >
Chennai, July 3 (SocialNews.XYZ) Surya Sethupathi, the son of actor Vijay Sethupathi who is making his debut as an actor with the Tamil film 'Phoenix', has now penned an adorable note of gratitude to actor Vijay, thanking him for his kind words, and support in his journey as an actor. Sources close to the actor said that Vijay had taken time off his schedule to watch 'Phoenix' and that he shared some encouraging words with Surya Sethupathi, who is looking to follow in his father's footsteps. Taking to his X timeline to post a picture of himself with Vijay, Surya Sethupathi wrote, "Thank you ...Read More >
He defended his choice of Viduthalai Part 2, stating that storytelling is about reflecting people's lives Actor Vijay Sethupathi, while promoting his upcoming movie Viduthalai Part 2 in Hyderabad, shared his thoughts on the box-office performance of Thalapathy Vijay's GOAT and Suriya-starrer Kanguva in the Telugu-speaking states. In an interview with The Great Andhra, Sethupathi was asked about the setbacks faced by recent Tamil Pan-India films, particularly at the Telugu box office. However, h ...Read More >
CHENNAI: Surya, who was seen in important roles in Naanum Rowdy Thaan and Sindhubaadh alongside his father, actor Vijay Sethupathi, is making his debut as an actor with Phoenix. At the audio launch event, Vijay Sethupathi said, "It felt just like the day I dropped him off at school for the first time," reflecting on the pride and nervousness that came with the moment. Helmed by ANL Arasu, the film also stars Varalaxmi, Sampath, Devadharshini, Muthukumar, Dilipan, Ajay Ghosh, Harish Uththaman, Abhinakshathra, Varsha, Naveen, Rishi, Nandha Saravanan, and Aadukalam Naren in key roles. Vijay Set ...Read More >
Tamil cinema eagerly anticipates Viduthalai 2, directed by National Award-winner Vetrimaaran, releasing on December 20, 2024. Starring Vijay Sethupathi and Soori, this sequel promises to end the year on a high note. The film explores Perumaal Vaathiyaar’s backstory and the gripping conflict between rebels and authorities. Produced by RS Infotainment, the movie’s Malayalam release will be handled by Vaika Enterprises Maryland, led by Senthil Subramaniam. The trailer and Ilaiyaraaja’s powerful soundtrack were unveiled recently. With a stellar cast including Manju Warrier and Gautham Vasudev Meno ...Read More >
New Delhi: After Bollywood Badshah Shah Rukh Khan received his first ever National Award for Jawan recently, the star was flooded with many congratulatory messages. Among many celebs, SRK was also congratulated by none other than Shashi Tharoor. But what caught public attention was how the kinf of romance thanked him ala Tharoor style. SRK channelled his inner Shashi Tharoor and on X (formerly called Twitter) and the witty exchange went viral on social media. The politician known for his strong vocabulary wrote: "A National Treasure wins a National Award! Congratulations @iamsrk!." To this S ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 4 (ANI): Bollywood star Shah Rukh Khan, known for his witty sense of humour, has dropped an epic response to Shashi Tharoor congratulatory message over his Natinal film Award. Taking to X, Shashi Tharoor congratulated King Khan and wrote, A National Treasure wins a National Award! https://x.com/ShashiTharoor/status/1952043538331603046 In response, the Jawan actor in his trademark style thanked the politician and quipped, Thank u for the simple praise Mr Tharoor... would not have understood something more magniloquent and sesquipedalian... ha ha. https:/ ...Read More >
Mumbai, April 8 (SocialNews.XYZ) As birthday wishes pour in for Tollywood sensation Allu Arjun, Bollywood heartthrob Shah Rukh Khan also penned a special birthday post for the 'Pushpa' actor on social media. Commemorating the special day of the Stylish Star, the makers of his next with Atlee shared that the film has been christened "Raaka". They also unveiled the first look of Allu Arjun from the drama previously called "AA22xA6". Praising the first look poster from "Raaka", King Khan termed it as "intriguing and amazing". SRK also shared that he is extremely thrilled to see what they have ...Read More >
Nandamuri Balakrishna's Bhagavanth Kesari, praised for its powerful emotional core and empowering message, took home the Best Telugu Film award in the regional categories. The much awaited 71st National Film Awards winners were revealed today, honoring some of the most celebrated actors and films from 2023 in Indian cinema. South Indian films and filmmakers have dominated quite a number of important categories in the 71st National Film Awards and this shows the complexity, and technical prowess ...Read More >
Mumbai, Aug 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan appeared with an injured arm to share a special message with his fans after clinching the National Award for Best Actor for his work in the tentpole 'Jawan'. This marks SRK's first National Award in 33 years of his career, and also makes him the first Khan to receive the Best actor honour. He said in the video, "I'm overwhelmed with gratitude, pride and humility. To be honored with the National Award is a moment that I will cherish for a lifetime. Thank you so much to the jury, the chairman and to the INB ministry and to every ...Read More >
Chennai: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin on Monday backed West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee for calling out the Delhi police for allegedly referring to Bengali as a Bangladeshi language, labelling it a "direct insult to the very language in which the National Anthem is composed." Stalin said such remarks were not "inadvertent errors" but a reflection of a regime that undermines India's linguistic diversity. "The Delhi Police, under the Union Home Ministry, has described Bengali as a 'Bangladeshi language.' This is a direct insult to the very language in which our National Anthem ...Read More >
Mumbai, August 4: As Shashi Tharoor simply congratulated Shah Rukh Khan after winning his maiden National Award in 33 years, the Bollywood superstar had a hilarious way of thanking the politician and said that he would not have understood something more magniloquent and sesquipedalian. Shah Rukh was feted with the National Award for the Best Actor for his film "Jawan" at the 71st National Film Awards. Tharoor, who is known for his fluency in English, congratulated Shah Rukh on X, formerly called Twitter, for how win. A National Treasure wins a National Award! Congratulations @iamsrk!" Shah Ru ...Read More >
Shah Rukh Khan has won his first-ever National Film Award for Best Actor at the 71st National Film Awards for his performance in Jawan. He shares the honour with Vikrant Massey, who was recognised for his role in 12th Fail. This marks a major milestone in SRK's career, which spans over three decades. Jawan, directed by Atlee, was a commercial and critical success in 2023. Shah Rukh Khan has been awarded the prestigious National Film Award for Best Actor for his performance in Jawan, marking a si ...Read More >
Mumbai, Aug 4 (SocialNews.XYZ) As Shashi Tharoor simply congratulated Shah Rukh Khan after winning his maiden National Award in 33 years, the Bollywood superstar had a hilarious way of thanking the politician and said that he would not have understood something more magniloquent and sesquipedalian. Shah Rukh was feted with the National Award for the Best Actor for his film "Jawan" at the 71st National Film Awards. Tharoor, who is known for his fluency in English, congratulated Shah Rukh on X, formerly called Twitter, for how win. A National Treasure wins a National Award! Congratulations @i ...Read More >
New Delhi/Imphal, Aug 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has made a second consecutive arrest in the 2024 killings in Manipur's Jiribam, central probe agency sources said on Friday. The NIA in a statement said that the national probe agency caught Lalrosang Hmar alias Rosang, a resident of Moinathol Village in southern Assam's Cachar district, from the Mizoram capital Aizawl on Thursday. The arrest came after the arrest of another key accused, Thanglienlal Hmar, by a joint NIA-Assam police team on Thursday, also from Aizawl. Three women and three children were abduct ...Read More >
Mumbai: After Shah Rukh Khan bagged his first-ever National Film Award, there is a wave of excitement among his fans and industry friends. The actor has been named as a recipient for the Best Actor award at the 71st National Film Awards for his performance in 'Jawan.' Soon after the announcement, social media was flooded with heartfelt wishes celebrating the superstar's win. Many celebrities have shared their heartwarming wishes, and now SRK has responded to those wishes, expressing gratitude. He thanked veteran actor Mohanlal for his congratulatory message and shared his wish to meet him. ...Read More >
PVR Inox will host a Birthday Film Festival for Shah Rukh Khan. The event starts October 31, ahead of his 60th birthday. Over two weeks, 75 cinemas across 30 cities will screen his biggest hits. Films like Chennai Express, Devdas, Dil Se, Main Hoon Na, and Jawan will be shown. This celebrates the actor's 33-year journey in cinema. Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan will be honoured with the Birthday Film Festival at India's PVR Inox, India's largest film exhibition company, which is set to re-re ...Read More >
New Delhi, Aug 1 (PTI): Hindi cinema dominated the 71st National Film Awards on Friday with superstar Shah Rukh Khan winning his career's first best actor award for "Jawan" alongside Vikrant Massey for "12th Fail", which was named the best feature film. The Awards, announced for the year 2023 by jury head and filmmaker Ashutosh Gowariker, recognised Bollywood star Rani Mukerji in the best actress category for "Mrs Chatterjee vs Norway". It is also her career's first National Film Award. "I'm overwhelmed to have won the National Award for my performance in 'Mrs Chatterjee vs Norway'... For me ...Read More >
The 71st National Film Awards turned into an evening filled with both prestige and heartwarming moments, as some of the country's finest actors received top honours. Shah Rukh Khan, who won his first-ever National Award for Jawan, was joined by Rani Mukerji, awarded for Mrs Chatterjee vs Norway, and Vikrant Massey, recognised for 12th Fail. While the awards marked significant milestones in their careers, it was their playful camaraderie backstage that stole hearts. Vikrant Massey On SRK And Rani ...Read More >