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Subhash K Jha spotlights the brilliance of Manisha Koirala in 10 of her best performances.

1. 1942: A Love Story (1994):

Manisha Koirala beat Madhuri Dixit into play the ethereal Rajjo in Vidhu Vinod Chopra’s saga of love during the time of political upheaval. Madhuri had been screen-tested but was dropped to make way for Manisha. Her exquisite beauty as captured on celluloid by cinematographer Binod Pradhan, inspired poet Javed Akhtar to write the song ‘Ek ladki ko dekha to aisa laga’.

2. Bombay (1994):

The classics just happened in Manisha’s career. She didn’t plan them. In fact she was totally ignorant of who Mani Ratnam was when this film was offered to her. Manisha said no to it as it was the role of a mother of 8-year old twin boys. It was friend guide and mentor cinematographer Ashok Mehta who commanded Manisha to do the film that...

Mansoor Ali Khan’s Josh featuring Shah Rukh Khan and Aishwarya Rai as siblings which turns 24 on June 9, was the director’s last film. Thereafter, he quit the film industry and moved to calm Coonoor.

In a throwback interview Mansoor admitted to this writer that Josh was inspired by Robert Wise’s 1961 musical. “But I found something missing in West Side Story . It got away with those shortcomings because of the music. Josh took too long to make. It got delayed because of a certain superstar. I will give you a hundred points for guessing who that was.I lost the plot. I rewrote many scenes.”

Mansoor admitted Josh was not a pleasant experience for him. “Totally not. It was nightmare. I returned the money for the two other films that I had signed. But that’s not why I quit filmmaking. I wanted Aamir to do the role Chandrachur Singh did.

Bollywood Stars Religious Switch (Photo Credit – Facebook)

Love knows no boundaries, and several Bollywood celebrities have shown that love can rise above religion. Let’s take a look at Bollywood stars who have taken bold steps to switch their religion for love.

Sharmila Tagore and Mansoor Ali Khan:

Legendary actress Sharmila Tagore was born in a Bengali Brahmin family. After marrying Indian cricket legend Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi in 1969, Sharmila embraced the name of Begum Ayesha Sultan highlighting the blending of cultures in their family.

Amrita Singh and Saif Ali Khan:

Born in Sikh family, Amrita Singh converted herself into Islam to before marrying actor Saif Ali Khan in 1991. Their relationship grabbed limelight due to the age difference between the former couple. The duo parted ways in 2004 and are parents to Sara Ali Khan and Ibrahim Ali Khan.

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Top Malayalam Movies Of 2024 ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Malayalam movies have been doing well since the beginning, but after the cult classic Premam was released in 2015, the industry saw a new high. After Covid-19, there was no looking back as the Malayalam film industry has given us some unforgettable films, and 2024 also gave audiences some of the most impressive performances from Mollywood.

The year 2024 has brought exceptional rewards for the Malayalam film industry, which not only delivered epic hits at the box office but also grabbed the spotlight at the prestigious National Awards. From thrillers and action flicks to true-blue dramas, rom-coms, and horror,

Here are the 10 best Malayalam films that set this year’s benchmark. 1. Premalu Directed by: Girish Ad Cast: Naslen K. Gafoor, Mamitha Baiju, Sangeeth Prathap, Akhila Bhargavan, Shyam Mohan Run time: 2h 36mins Rating: 7.8/10 (IMDb) Release date: February 9, 2024

The light-hearted romantic comedy Premalu struck a chord with audiences upon its release.

Kanguva Ott Release Date Update! (Photo Credit – Facebook)

Suriya treated fans to his epic fantasy action film, Kanguva, today. Unfortunately, Siva’s directorial has not received a thumbs-up from critics. As far as the audience is concerned, netizens are divided with mixed responses. The Ott release date is now out, and for those who cannot make it to theatres, below are all the details you need!

About Kanguva

The film, which stars Suriya in dual roles, tells the story of a tribal who tried to save his universe a millennium ago. In an unexpected twist, it gets linked to a shadow cop’s dangerous quest in today’s world. The screenplay connects the past and the present in parallel times.

The ensemble cast also features Bobby Deol, Disha Patani, Natarajan Subramaniam, K S Ravikumar, Yogi Babu, Redin Kingsley, Kovai Sarala, and Mansoor Ali Khan.

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Suriya opens up about admiration for Fahadh Faasil’s Role ( Photo Credit – Instagram; YouTube )

Tamil actor Suriya has been in the spotlight recently, actively participating in interviews and promotional events for his upcoming Pan-Indian film, Kanguva. In a recent interview with Gold FM, Suriya shared his thoughts on Fahadh Faasil’s film Aavesham.

Suriya said he thoroughly enjoyed the movie, praising its exceptional direction and Fahadh’s captivating performance. He highlighted how Fahadh’s unique acting style often caught him off guard, even making him laugh. ‘I liked it a lot. The direction was excellent. He made me laugh. Every time, he surprises the audience. You never know what will happen in his movie,’ Suriya remarked, showcasing his admiration for the versatile actor.

Suriya continued praising Fahadh Faasil, saying he enjoyed the surprise that Fahadh brought to Aavesham. He remarked that no one brings joy to films quite like Fahadh does.

Aavesham Budget & Box Office Returns(Photo Credit –IMDb)

It’s been a fantastic year so far for the Malayalam film industry and Fahadh Faasil has given a significant contribution from his side. His Aavesham has emerged as a huge success at the box office and is still running in theatres despite arriving on the Ott platform. Carrying a good enough budget, the film has exceeded all expectations and is enjoying impressive returns in the domestic market. Keep reading to know more!

Released on 11th April, the film has been in theatres for over a month now. There was a decent buzz around the film in the pre-release buzz, but the actual product turned out to be more appealing and entertaining. Right from the performances of Fahadh Faasil and others, the direction of Jithu Madhavan to the music of Sushin Shyam, almost every department received praise of critics as well as audiences.

Who Is Reddy And What Happens To Him In Aavesham? (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Aavesham, the tale of a quirky gangster Ranga, had taken the theatres by storm upon its release. Now, with its Ott release, the reaction is similar. Viewers are greatly impressed by Fahadh Faasil’s portrayal of Ranga as a gangster in all his weird glory. Besides him, the group of three friends, Bibin (Mithun Jai Shankar), Aju (Hipzster), and Shanthan (Roshan Shanavas), who take help from him, are also a delight to watch on screen.

Another major character in Aavesham is Reddy (Mansoor Ali Khan), who is hugely responsible for Ranga’s growth as a gangster. He is Ranga’s mentor, and Ranga had spared his life out of his respect for him. However, does Ranga’s respect save Reddy till the end of the film? Let’s take a look.

Who is Reddy in Aavesham?

As Bibi,...

Aavesham Ending Explained: What Happens to Bibi and His Friends? ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Aavesham, a comedy-action movie directed by Jithu Madhavan and starring Fahdah Faasil is a wild ride, to say the least. Faasil is a quirky gangster here who does not beat anyone up with his own hands because he promises his mother. Then there are these three friends, Bibi, Aju, and Shanthan, who befriend him to fulfill an agenda of their own. What happens next, and how does their relationship develop and progress from the crux of the story?

What happens in Aavesham?

In Aavesham, we see three friends, Bibi (Mithun Jai Shankar), Aju (Hipzster), and Shanthan (Mithun), getting admitted to an engineering college and eventually being bullied by senior student Kutty (Midhutty) and his gang. They try to stand up to them but are brutally beaten. While Shanthan believes it is best to move on and focus on their studies,...

Aavesham Box Office Collection: After 16 Days, Fahadh Faasil Owns A Baahubali Record. (Photo Credit – IMDb)

Malayalam Cinema this year has been on a roll, with Manjummel Boys marking it as the highest-grossing film in Mollywood. Now, another new release, Aavesham, is creating great records at the box office within 15 days of its release. If everything keeps going well, then the film might achieve another milestone.

Aavesham Day 16 Box Office Collection

Starring Fahadh Faasil, Hipzster, Mithun Jai Shankar, Roshan Shanavas, Midhutty, Sajin Gopu, and Mansoor Ali Khan, and helmed by Jithu Madhavanm. The film has earned 3.10 crore on day 16 of its release.

Aavesham has collected almost 59 crore at the box office in India. The film might be another hit of the Malayalam Cinema this year. Interestingly, only one film has been credited as a flop this year – Malaikottai Vaaliban.

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Aavesham Box Office Collection Day 5: Fahadh Faasil Film Sees Monday Surge; Thanks To Vishu? (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Fahadh Faasil’s latest offering, Aavesham, is defying box office norms. While movies typically experience a drop in collections on weekdays, Aavesham saw its earnings climb on its first Monday (Day 5) compared to its opening day (Thursday). Keep reading to know the total box office collection of Aavesham so far.

Aavesham, directed by Jithu Madhavan, is an action-comedy film starring Fahadh Faasil in the lead role. The story follows three college freshmen who face ragging from seniors. Seeking revenge, they enlist the help of a local gangster named Ranga, played by Ashish Vidyarthi. The film also features actors like Mansoor Ali Khan and Sajin Gopu.

The film has received strong word-of-mouth publicity, encouraging more viewers to seek it out. Positive reviews and audience reactions drive interest, leading to impressive box office collections.

Aavesham Box Office Collection Day 1: Fahadh Faasil Makes A Splash; Overseas Total Nearly Double India Numbers. (Photo Credit – IMDb)

Fahadh Faasil’s action-comedy Aavesham stormed out of the gates on its opening day, showcasing impressive numbers across all sectors. Read more to learn about the film’s Day 1 box office collections.

Aavesham secured a strong domestic net collection of 3.65 crore, with a gross India total reaching 4.2 crore. Adding to the positive signs, the film enjoyed a fantastic occupancy rate in Kerala, averaging a stellar 73.57% throughout the day. This audience enthusiasm was evident throughout, with morning shows kicking things off at a healthy 62.97%, followed by a steady rise in attendance. By evening and night, occupancy figures soared to a staggering 78.85% and 78.78%, respectively, indicating a film that’s truly captivating viewers.

With a 3.65 crore opening, Aavesham now stands as the 3rd biggest opener of the year in Mollywood, after Aadujeevitham (7.50 crore) and Malaikottai Vaaliban 5.70 crore.

What To Watch This Weekend: From Bade Miyan Chote Miyan To Amar Singh Chamkila & More (Photo Credit – IMDb)

What to Watch This Weekend: Another week is coming to an end! After studying or working, everyone wants to chill and enjoy some exciting content on weekends. This week, the theatres have two big Bollywood releases – Bade Miyan Chote Miyan and Maidaan to entertain you all. But the Ott space is also filled with interesting titles like Amar Singh Chamkila. There are releases happening in other languages, too.

If you are wondering what to watch this weekend in April week 2, we have mentioned some movies and shows that will keep you engrossed.

What to Watch This Weekend In Theatres Bade Miyan Chote Miyan

Akshay Kumar and Tiger Shroff’s action thriller, directed by Ali Abbas Zafar, is now out in cinemas. Bmcm also stars Prithviraj Sukumaran, Manushi Chhillar, and Alaya F.

Maidaan...

Aavesham Movie Review Rating:

Star Cast: Fahadh Faasil, Sajin Gopu, Mansoor Ali Khan, Midhutty, Roshan Shanavas, Mithun Jai Shankar, Ashish Vidyarthi

Director: Jithu Madhavan

Aavesham Movie Review(Photo Credit –Facebook)

What’s Good: Aavesham delivers solid entertainment with its captivating storyline and stellar performances, particularly Fahadh Faasil’s portrayal of Ranga. The movie expertly blends humor, action, and drama, keeping the audience engaged from start to finish.

What’s Bad: While the movie’s second half may slow down slightly, it stays focused on delivering an entertaining experience. Some viewers may find the plot straightforward, with little depth in the characters’ backstories.

Loo Break: The pacing keeps the audience hooked, so take advantage of the action!

Watch or Not?: For Malayalam cinema enthusiasts, Aavesham delivers a delightful blend of Fahadh Faasil’s versatile acting, comedy, and action. If you’ve experienced ragging in college, this film will resonate nostalgically.

One of the most accomplished actresses in the Indian film industry, Sharmila Tagore, who had been in a 43 years of a nuptial bond with the former captain of the Indian cricket team Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi untill his death, reminisced about a sweet romantic date with the Nawab of Pataudi.

She married Mansoor Ali Khan, the titular ‘Nawab of Pataudi and Bhopal’ in 1968. They have three children: Saif Ali Khan; Saba and Soha Ali Khan. The Indian cricketer passed away at the age of 70 in 2011.

The legendary actress has appeared on the finale episode of the quiz-based reality show ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati 15’ along with her granddaughter and actress Sara Ali Khan. The latter is the daughter of Saif, and Amrita Singh.

Host of the show Amitabh Bachchan asked the 79-year-old actress a personal question. “Tiger, Mr Pataudi. How romantic was he with you,” asked the megastar.

Sharmila laughed and said: “Romantic and Tiger?...

Fahadh Faasil is one of the most popular and critically acclaimed actors in India. He is known for his versatile performances and his willingness to take on challenging roles. His upcoming film, Aavesham, is one of the most anticipated films of the year.

Aavesham is a spin-off of Jithu Madavan’s previous film, Romancham. It is based on the character played by Chemban Vinod in Romancham. The film will be directed by Jithu Madhavan and produced by Anwar Rasheed and Nazriya. The film also stars Mansoor Ali Khan, Ashish Vidyarthi, Sajin Gopu, Pranav Raj, Mithun J S, and Pooja Mohanraj.

Aavesham is a thriller film that tells the story of a college dominated by seniors who bully the juniors. The juniors bring in a goonda to fight the seniors. The film is expected to be a laugh-out-loud comedy with some thrilling moments.

Aavesham is scheduled for release on April 11, 2024, which is Vishu and Eid.

Actor Mansoor Ali Khan, amid his highly controversial comments over actress Trisha Krishnan, has penned an apology which appears rather condescending.

According to Ramesh Bala, he went to a press conference and gave a statement in Tamil to the police in which he gave a rather cryptic-worded “apology”.

The actor said: “Trisha is my co-star. Forgive me!”

“May God give me the blessing of blessing when your blessings crawl on the coconut plate in the house!! Amen.”

The actor, known for doing mainly negative roles in Tamil films, had co-starred with Trisha in ‘Leo’. The controversy erupted when Mansoor said: “When I heard that I was acting with Trisha, I thought there would be a bedroom scene in the film.

“I thought that I could carry her to the bedroom just like I did with other actresses in my earlier movies. I have done so many rape scenes in a...

Actor Mansoor Ali Khan, amid his highly controversial comments over actress Trisha Krishnan, has penned an apology which appears rather condescending.

According to Ramesh Bala, he went to a press conference and gave a statement in Tamil to the police in which he gave a rather cryptic-worded “apology”.

The actor said: “Trisha is my co-star. Forgive me!”

“May God give me the blessing of blessing when your blessings crawl on the coconut plate in the house!! Amen.”

The actor, known for doing mainly negative roles in Tamil films, had co-starred with Trisha in ‘Leo’. The controversy erupted when Mansoor said: “When I heard that I was acting with Trisha, I thought there would be a bedroom scene in the film.

“I thought that I could carry her to the bedroom just like I did with other actresses in my earlier movies. I have done so many rape scenes in a...

The last week of November will see a host of regional titles varying from action thriller to political thriller, to slice-of-life drama, being released on the different Ott platforms. Here is a list of five titles on various Ott platforms that have caught the attention this week.

‘Leo’: The Tamil action thriller film directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj and produced by Seven Screen Studio, stars Vijay in the titular role, alongside Sanjay Dutt, Arjun, Trisha, Gautham Vasudev Menon, Mysskin, Madonna Sebastian, George Maryan, Mansoor Ali Khan, Priya Anand and Mathew Thomas. It is the third instalment in the Lokesh Cinematic Universe (Lcu).

The film follows Parthi, a cafe owner and animal rescuer in Theog, who is pursued by gangsters Antony and Harold Das who suspect him to be Antony’s estranged son, Leo. It will stream on Netflix from November 24 in Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada and Hindi.

‘The Village’:...

The last week of November will see a host of regional titles varying from action thriller to political thriller, to slice-of-life drama, being released on the different Ott platforms. Here is a list of five titles on various Ott platforms that have caught the attention this week.

‘Leo’: The Tamil action thriller film directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj and produced by Seven Screen Studio, stars Vijay in the titular role, alongside Sanjay Dutt, Arjun, Trisha, Gautham Vasudev Menon, Mysskin, Madonna Sebastian, George Maryan, Mansoor Ali Khan, Priya Anand and Mathew Thomas. It is the third instalment in the Lokesh Cinematic Universe (Lcu).

The film follows Parthi, a cafe owner and animal rescuer in Theog, who is pursued by gangsters Antony and Harold Das who suspect him to be Antony’s estranged son, Leo. It will stream on Netflix from November 24 in Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada and Hindi.

‘The Village’:...

Tamil actor Mansoor Ali Khan, who recently made derogatory remarks against Tamil actress Trisha Krishnan, has been booked by Chennai police over his comments. As per a media report, the National Commission for Women directed the Thousand Lights All-Women Police to book Mansoor under Sections 354 A (sexual harassment) and 509 of the Indian Penal Code.

The controversy erupted when Mansoor said: “When I heard that I was acting with Trisha (in Leo), I thought there would be a bedroom scene in the film. I thought that I could carry her to the bedroom just like I did with other actresses in my earlier movies. I have done so many rape scenes in a number of movies and it’s not new to me. But these guys didn’t even show Trisha to me on the sets during the Kashmir schedule.”

Trisha responded to the comments through her social media and blasted...

Tamil actor Mansoor Ali Khan, who recently made derogatory remarks against Tamil actress Trisha Krishnan, has been booked by Chennai police over his comments. As per a media report, the National Commission for Women directed the Thousand Lights All-Women Police to book Mansoor under Sections 354 A (sexual harassment) and 509 of the Indian Penal Code.

The controversy erupted when Mansoor said: “When I heard that I was acting with Trisha (in Leo), I thought there would be a bedroom scene in the film. I thought that I could carry her to the bedroom just like I did with other actresses in my earlier movies. I have done so many rape scenes in a number of movies and it’s not new to me. But these guys didn’t even show Trisha to me on the sets during the Kashmir schedule.”

Trisha responded to the comments through her social media and blasted...

Telugu megastar Chiranjeevi has sided with Tamil star Trisha, slamming actor Mansoor Ali Khan’s comments calling him and his derogatory comments ‘disgusting’.

Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Chiranjeevi on Tuesday wrote: “My attention was drawn to some reprehensible comments made by actor Mansoor Ali Khan about Trisha.”

The actor added: “The comments are distasteful and disgusting not just for an artiste but for any woman or girl. These comments must be condemned in the strongest words. They reek of perversion.”

Concluding his statement, Chiranjeevi wrote: “I stand with @trishtrashers and every woman who has to be subject to such horrid comments.”

The whole controversy between Mansoor and Trisha erupted when the former made some rather bad, and somewhat insulting comments on the ‘Ponniyin Selvan’ actress.

Since both the actors co-starred in Thalapathy Vijay’s Tamil blockbuster film ‘Leo’, the ‘Captain Prabhakaran’ actor thought there may be a bedroom scene...

Telugu megastar Chiranjeevi has sided with Tamil star Trisha, slamming actor Mansoor Ali Khan’s comments calling him and his derogatory comments ‘disgusting’.

Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Chiranjeevi on Tuesday wrote: “My attention was drawn to some reprehensible comments made by actor Mansoor Ali Khan about Trisha.”

The actor added: “The comments are distasteful and disgusting not just for an artiste but for any woman or girl. These comments must be condemned in the strongest words. They reek of perversion.”

Concluding his statement, Chiranjeevi wrote: “I stand with @trishtrashers and every woman who has to be subject to such horrid comments.”

The whole controversy between Mansoor and Trisha erupted when the former made some rather bad, and somewhat insulting comments on the ‘Ponniyin Selvan’ actress.

Since both the actors co-starred in Thalapathy Vijay’s Tamil blockbuster film ‘Leo’, the ‘Captain Prabhakaran’ actor thought there may be a bedroom scene...

Actress Trisha Krishnan, who is known for films like ‘Ponniyin Selvan: I’, ‘Khatta Meetha’ and ‘96’, has slammed her ‘Leo’ co-actor Mansoor Ali Khan for speaking about her in a “vile and disgusting manner.”

Mansoor had recently said that when he learnt that he was working with Trisha, he thought there would be a bedroom scene featuring the two of them but Trisha was not even shown to him on sets.

Taking to her X, she wrote a long note bashing Mansoor for his distasteful remarks.

“A recent video has come to my notice where Mr. Mansoor Ali Khan has spoken about me in a vile and disgusting manner. I strongly condemn this and find it sexist, disrespectful, misogynistic, repulsive and in bad taste.”

She further mentioned: “He can keep wishing but I am grateful never to have shared screen space with someone as pathetic as him and I will...

Actress Trisha Krishnan, who is known for films like ‘Ponniyin Selvan: I’, ‘Khatta Meetha’ and ‘96’, has slammed her ‘Leo’ co-actor Mansoor Ali Khan for speaking about her in a “vile and disgusting manner.”

Mansoor had recently said that when he learnt that he was working with Trisha, he thought there would be a bedroom scene featuring the two of them but Trisha was not even shown to him on sets.

Taking to her X, she wrote a long note bashing Mansoor for his distasteful remarks.

“A recent video has come to my notice where Mr. Mansoor Ali Khan has spoken about me in a vile and disgusting manner. I strongly condemn this and find it sexist, disrespectful, misogynistic, repulsive and in bad taste.”

She further mentioned: “He can keep wishing but I am grateful never to have shared screen space with someone as pathetic as him and I will...

Lokesh Kanagaraj’s Tamil-language “Leo: Bloody Sweet,” starring Vijay, debuted in third position at the global box office over the latest weekend, with $31.2 million planetwide, according to estimates released on Sunday by Comscore.

The weekend was won by Martin Scorsese’s “Killers of the Flower Moon,” starring Leonardo DiCaprio, Robert De Niro and Lily Gladstone, with $44 million, followed by “Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour” with $41.5 million. However, in terms of worldwide cumulative among new releases, “Leo” scored $48.5 million (after four days) compared with the $44 million earned by “Killers of the Flower Moon.”

An homage to David Cronenberg’s 2005 film “A History of Violence,” “Leo” released on Oct. 19. The action-thriller follows a docile cafe owner (Vijay) who is incited to return to his violent past. The cast also includes Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Sarja, Trisha Krishnan, Madonna Sebastian, Gautham Vasudev Menon, Mysskin, Mansoor Ali Khan, George Maryan, Priya Anand and Mathew Thomas.

The Tamil Nadu government has permitted theater owners of the state to run additional shows of the forthcoming Tamil movie, ‘Leo’ from October 19 to 24. Tamil superstar ‘Thalapathy’ Vijay is playing the lead role in the movie directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj.

The makers of the movie had requested the government to allow two special shows (4 a.m. and 9 a.m.) on October 19 when the movie is released and one special show (7 a.m.) from October 20 to 24.

The government in a statement said that one special show would be allowed from October 19 to 24 but the total number of shows per day must not exceed more than five.

The movie is produced by SS Lalit Kumar of Seven Screen Studio and co-produced by Jagadish Palaniswami.

The movie has an impressive star cast with Bolywood star, Sanjay Dutt, Trisha, Arjun, Priya Anand, Gautam Vasudeva Menon, Mansoor Ali Khan and Sandy. This is the second...

The Tamil Nadu government has permitted theater owners of the state to run additional shows of the forthcoming Tamil movie, ‘Leo’ from October 19 to 24. Tamil superstar ‘Thalapathy’ Vijay is playing the lead role in the movie directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj.

The makers of the movie had requested the government to allow two special shows (4 a.m. and 9 a.m.) on October 19 when the movie is released and one special show (7 a.m.) from October 20 to 24.

The government in a statement said that one special show would be allowed from October 19 to 24 but the total number of shows per day must not exceed more than five.

The movie is produced by SS Lalit Kumar of Seven Screen Studio and co-produced by Jagadish Palaniswami.

The movie has an impressive star cast with Bolywood star, Sanjay Dutt, Trisha, Arjun, Priya Anand, Gautam Vasudeva Menon, Mansoor Ali Khan and Sandy. This is the second...

Leo, the upcoming action thriller starring Vijay, Sanjay Dutt, Trisha and Arjun, is all set to hit the theatres on October 19, 2023. The film, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, is one of the most anticipated movies of the year, as it marks the second collaboration of Vijay and Lokesh after the blockbuster Master (2021). Leo promises to be a gripping story of a chocolatier who gets entangled in a web of violence and revenge with his estranged brothers, who are ruthless gangsters.

IMAX Poster

The film has been shot with IMAX-certified cameras by cinematographer Manoj Paramahamsa, and will be released in IMAX format along with the standard format. Leo will be the second Tamil film to get released in IMAX format after Mani Ratnam’s magnum opus Ponniyin Selvan, which is slated to release in January 2024. IMAX format offers a larger and more immersive screen experience for the viewers, with enhanced sound and picture quality.

Director Lokesh Kanagaraj’s action-thriller film ‘Leo’ is just days away. Seeking blessings for the film, Tamil star Thalapathy Vijay alongside the film’s writer Rathna Kumar, director Lokesh Kanagaraj and the rest of the ‘Leo’ crew, went to the Tirumala temple in Tirupathi, where they sought the blessings of Lord Venkateshwara Swamy.

Rathna Kumar took to his X handle, formerly called Twitter, to share a photo with Lokesh. In the photo taken, both can be seen wearing shirts and veshti for their darshan at the revered temple.

Tirumala temple has been one of the biggest go-to sites for many directors, actors, writers, and producers in the South Indian film industry to seek blessings from.

‘Leo’ has been doing rounds for its promotions and has left no stone unturned. After unveiling some posters showcasing both Vijay and actress Trisha Krishnan in their avatars, the movie also released its latest track...

Director Lokesh Kanagaraj’s action-thriller film ‘Leo’ is just days away. Seeking blessings for the film, Tamil star Thalapathy Vijay alongside the film’s writer Rathna Kumar, director Lokesh Kanagaraj and the rest of the ‘Leo’ crew, went to the Tirumala temple in Tirupathi, where they sought the blessings of Lord Venkateshwara Swamy.

Rathna Kumar took to his X handle, formerly called Twitter, to share a photo with Lokesh. In the photo taken, both can be seen wearing shirts and veshti for their darshan at the revered temple.

Tirumala temple has been one of the biggest go-to sites for many directors, actors, writers, and producers in the South Indian film industry to seek blessings from.

‘Leo’ has been doing rounds for its promotions and has left no stone unturned. After unveiling some posters showcasing both Vijay and actress Trisha Krishnan in their avatars, the movie also released its latest track...

The much-awaited Tamil action thriller film Leo, starring Vijay and Sanjay Dutt, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, is all set to hit the theatres on October 19, 2023. However, the Hindi version of the film will not be released in the national multiplex chains such as PVR, Inox, Cinepolis and Carnival. The reason behind this decision is the short Ott window of just four weeks, which means that the film will be available on Netflix within a month of its theatrical release1

This move has disappointed many fans of Vijay and Sanjay Dutt, who were eagerly waiting to watch the film on the big screen. The film is expected to be a blockbuster, as it marks the second collaboration of Vijay and Lokesh Kanagaraj after Master (2021), which was a huge success. The film also features Trisha, Arjun Sarja, Gautham Vasudev Menon, Mansoor Ali Khan and Mysskin in pivotal roles. The film has music composed by Anirudh Ravichander,...

The much-awaited trailer of Thalapathy Vijay’s Leo was released on Tuesday, October 5, giving a glimpse of the action-packed thriller directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj. According to rumours, The film, which is said to be third installment in the Lokesh Cinematic Universe, features Vijay in a dual role as Leo Das and Parthiban, who are brothers and rivals in the underworld. The trailer also introduces the main antagonists of the film, played by Sanjay Dutt and Arjun Sarja, who are also brothers and gangsters.

Producer Lalith: #Leo First half Background music score was completed

– Now second half Rr work going on

– We are planning to complete it by 10th October

– Background music coming very good

– #ThalapathyVijay was very specific that content should not be delayed &…

— AmuthaBharathi (@CinemaWithAB) October 5, 2023

The trailer has received a mixed response from the fans and critics, who have praised Vijay’s performance, Lokesh Kanagaraj’s direction,...

Leo is one of the most anticipated Tamil movies of 2023, starring Thalapathy Vijay, Sanjay Dutt, Trisha, Arjun, Gautham Vasudev Menon, Mysskin, and Mansoor Ali Khan. The action thriller film is directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, who has previously collaborated with Vijay in Master (2021). Leo is the third film in the Lokesh Cinematic Universe, and is produced by S. S. Lalit Kumar of Seven Screen Studio. The film has music composed by Anirudh Ravichander, who also worked with Vijay in Kaththi (2014) and Master.

The film was officially announced in January 2023 under the tentative title Thalapathy 67, as it is Vijay’s 67th film as a lead actor. The title of the film was revealed as Leo on 3 February 2023. According to rumours, The film is being made on a budget of ₹250–300 crore, and Vijay was reported to receive ₹120 crore as remuneration. The film’s plot revolves around Leo Das, a mysterious character played by Vijay,...

Leo, the upcoming action thriller starring Thalapathy Vijay and Trisha Krishnan, is one of the most anticipated Tamil films of the year. Directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, the film is set to release on October 19 in five languages across the world. Here are some of the latest updates on Leo that you need to know:

Leo has completed its censor formalities and has been given a U/A certificate by the Central Board of Film Certification (Cbfc). The film’s runtime is said to be around 2 hours and 45 minutes1. The film’s overseas content has been delivered to the distributors and the advance bookings will commence from September 27 in the US2. Leo is expected to have a massive release in international markets, especially in the UK, where Vijay has a huge fan base3. Leo Badass Glimpse The film’s trailer is likely to be released on September 30, along with the audio...

The wait is finally over for the fans of Thalapathy Vijay as the second single from his upcoming movie ‘Leo’ will be released tomorrow. The song, titled ‘Badass’, is composed by Anirudh Ravichander and lyrics by Vishnu Edavan. The song is expected to be a mass number with catchy lyrics and a powerful rap.

‘Leo’ is one of the most anticipated movies of the year, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj and produced by Seven Screen Studio and Jagadish Palanisamy. The movie features an ensemble cast of Vijay, Trisha, Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Sarja, Gautham Menon, Mysskin, Mathew Thomas, Mansoor Ali Khan, Priya Anand, Sandy, Babu Antony and many others. The movie is slated to release on October 19, coinciding with Diwali.

Leo Naa Ready Lyric Video

The first single from ‘Leo’, ‘Naa Ready’, was released on August 15 and became an instant hit among the fans and music lovers. The song featured rap written...

Aavesham, an upcoming Malayalam film directed by Jithu Madhavan and starring Fahadh Faasil in the lead role, is one of the most anticipated films of 2024. The film is a spin-off of Madhavan’s previous film, Romancham, which was a critical and commercial success.

In an interview, actor Chemban Vinod mentioned that Fahadh’s character in Aavesham is a spin-off of his character in Romancham. This has only added to the hype surrounding the film, as fans are eager to see Fahadh reprise his role as the charming and mysterious Jose Sebastian.

Romancham Track

Aavesham has been in shooting for around 6 months and still shooting. According to rumours, Aavesham story is taking place in Bangalore.

Aavesham is currently in the shooting stage and is expected to be released on April 11, 2024. The film also stars Ashish Vidyarthi, Mansoor Ali Khan, and Sajin Gopu in pivotal roles.

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The wait is finally over for the fans of ‘Thalapathy’ Vijay, as his upcoming film #Leo is all set to hit the theatres on 19 October 2023 in standard, IMAX and other premium formats. The film, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, is a mass action thriller that has been shot using IMAX-certified cameras, making it Vijay’s first ever film on IMAX12

Leo will be the biggest-ever release for a Tamil film in North America, as it will be screened in all 28 IMAX screens across the country, as well as in many other screens in Canada3The film will also be released in IMAX screens in the UK, making it the first ever Indian film to open its ticket booking six weeks before its release in the country4 Apart from Tamil, the film will also be released in dubbed versions in Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam and Hindi languages

Leo Promo

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Leo, the upcoming film starring Thalapathy Vijay and Trisha, has released a new Telugu poster that features Vijay in an intriguing look. The poster has a catchy tagline that reads “Keep calm and plot your escape”. The film, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, is set to hit the theatres on October 19. It is a pan-Indian project that has generated a lot of buzz among the fans.

The poster was shared by the director on his Twitter handle with the caption “Watch out… #LeoPosterFeast will unveil stories, one poster at a time”.

Leo Glimpse

The film is part of the Lokesh Cinematic Universe (Lcu), which is a series of interconnected films by the director. The film boasts of a star-studded cast that includes Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Sarja, Gautham Vasudev Menon, Mansoor Ali Khan, and Mysskin. The music of the film is composed by Anirudh Ravichander, who has previously collaborated with Lokesh and Vijay in Master and Vikram.

Thalapathy Vijay’s upcoming action thriller ‘Leo’ has created a huge buzz among the fans and the film industry. Directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, the film is slated to release on October 19, 2023, worldwide. The film features Vijay, along with Trisha, Sanjay Dutt, Priya Anand, and others in pivotal roles.

The latest update on the film is that the streaming and satellite rights of ‘Leo’ have been sold to Netflix and Sun Network respectively. This means that the film will be available on Netflix soon after its theatrical release, and will also be telecasted on Sun TV and other regional channels of the network. The details have been revealed in the latest poster of ‘Leo’, which was released on September 17, 20231.

The poster shows Vijay in a stunning pose, running uphill in the snow, with the tagline ‘Keep calm and avoid the battle’. The poster also has the logos of Netflix and Sun Network,...

Filmmaker Anurag Kashyap, who is seen playing the character of Pramod Ahlawat in the crime drama ‘Haddi’, has opened up on his collaboration with actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui in the movie.

Directed by Akshat Ajay Sharma, the film stars Nawazuddin, Anurag and Zeeshan Ayyub in the lead. Nawaz plays the character of Haddi/Harika, while Zeeshan is seen as Irfan.

Anurag has directed Nawazuddin in ‘Gangs of Wasseypur’ and ‘Raman Raghav 2.0’, amongst others.

Anurag shared about working with Nawazuddin as a co-actor.

“Mujhe usko maarne me bahut maza aya, usko bhi mujhe maarne me bahut maza aya (I loved beating him and he also loved beating me). This is what our give and take was,” said Anurag.

Calling Nawzuddin a great friend, the 51-year-old director said: “Emotionally also I feel very close to him. There was no awkwardness. Hamne bhaut maze kie, usne bade shauk se mujhe mara, maine bade shauk se usko mara.

Aavesham, the upcoming Malayalam movie starring Fahadh Faasil in the lead role, is reportedly planning to release on April 11, 2024. The movie is directed by Jithu Madhavan, who made his debut with the blockbuster horror-comedy Romancham earlier this year. Aavesham is produced by Anwar Rasheed Entertainments and Fahadh Faasil & Friends, the banner of the actor himself.

Fahadh Faasil plays a local goon who is hired by a group of college students to solve their problems. The actor sports a rugged look with a thick moustache and jewellery, which has already created a buzz among his fans. The movie also features Mansoor Ali Khan and Ashish Vidyarthi as the antagonists, while Chemban Vinod plays a pivotal role. According to Chemban Vinod, Aavesham is connected with Romancham in some way, which has raised the curiosity of the audience.

Aavesham Look

Aavesham also marks the reunion of some of the cast members of Romancham,...

The much-awaited audio launch event of Vijay’s upcoming film Leo, which was supposed to take place in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, has been cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances. The event will now be held at the Nehru Stadium in Chennai on September 15, 2023. This was announced by the official Twitter handle of Tinsel Stories, a popular entertainment portal.

Leo is an action thriller directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, who previously collaborated with Vijay on the blockbuster Master (2021). The film stars Vijay and Trisha Krishnan in the lead roles, along with Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Sarja, Gautham Vasudev Menon, Mansoor Ali Khan and Mysskin in supporting roles. The film is produced by S. S. Lalit Kumar of Seven Screen Studio and co-produced by Jagadish Palanisamy, Vijay’s manager.

Leo Naa Ready Song

The film’s first look poster was released on February 3, 2023, revealing the title and the tagline “Bloody Sweet”. The poster featured Vijay...

Leo is a gangster drama film that marks the second collaboration of Thalapathy Vijay and Lokesh Kanagaraj after the blockbuster Master (2021)

The film also features Trisha Krishnan, Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Sarja, Gautham Vasudev Menon, Mansoor Ali Khan and Mysskin in pivotal roles. The film has music composed by Anirudh Ravichander, cinematography by Manoj Paramahamsa and editing by Philomin Raj. The film is produced by S. S. Lalit Kumar of Seven Screen Studio and co-produced by Jagadish Palanisamy.

The film is scheduled to be released in theatres worldwide on 19 October 2023, coinciding with the Diwali festival. The film will also have an English dubbed theatrical release for the first time for both Vijay and Lokesh.

Leo Glimpse

According to the latest report from Vikatan, the film will follow the new trend of releasing in two parts, similar to other big-budget films like Salaar: The Ceasefire, Pushpa 2: The Rule and Kgf: Chapter 2.

Thalapathy Vijay, who is currently busy with the post-production of his upcoming film Leo, has already signed his next project with director Venkat Prabhu. The film, which is yet to be titled, is expected to go on floors soon after the release of Leo.

In a recent interview, Venkat Prabhu shared some interesting details about Thalapathy68 and what fans can expect from the film. He said that the pre-production works are going on in full swing and that the casting and locations are getting finalized. He also revealed that the film will not be a political subject, but a very entertaining one for sure.

Leo Sanjay Dutt Glimpse

Venkat Prabhu, who is known for his comedy and thriller films, said that he is excited to work with Vijay for the first time and that he has written a script that suits his image and style. He also praised Vijay for...

Leo, the upcoming action thriller starring Vijay and Trisha, has been generating a lot of excitement among fans ever since its announcement. The film, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, is set to release on October 19, 2023, and is expected to be a blockbuster hit. However, there is a twist in the tale that might surprise the audience. According to sources, Leo is not a standalone film, but the first part of a duology. The conclusion of Leo will tease the second part, which will be released in 2025 or 2026, depending on the performance of other movies.

The second part will continue the story of Leo, played by Vijay, who is a secret agent on a mission to stop a global threat. Trisha plays his love interest and partner in crime, while Sanjay Dutt plays the main antagonist. The film also features Arjun Sarja, Gautham Vasudev Menon, Mansoor Ali Khan and Mysskin in pivotal roles.

Fahadh Faasil, the versatile actor of Malayalam cinema, is all set to entertain the audience with his next film Aavesham / Avesam, which is directed by Jithu Madhavan, who made his debut with the hit horror-comedy Romancham. The film is produced by Fahadh Faasil, Nazriya Nazim and Anwar Rasheed under their respective banners.

Aavesham / Avesam is said to be a campus action-entertainer, in which Fahadh Faasil plays a goon-for-hire, who is brought to a college by some students to solve their problems. The actor’s look from the film, sporting a thick moustache and jewellery, dressed in all-white attire, has already created a lot of curiosity among the fans.

Romancham Trailer

The film also features Mansoor Ali Khan and Ashish Vidyarthi in pivotal roles. The music is composed by Sushin Shyam, who also worked in Romancham. The film was shot extensively in Bengaluru and wrapped up its major portions earlier this month.

The fans of Thalapathy Vijay and Lokesh Kanagaraj are eagerly waiting for the release of their upcoming film Leo, which is touted to be a high-octane action thriller. The film also stars Trisha, Arjun Sarja, and Sanjay Dutt in pivotal roles. Recently, the makers of the film released a quick glimpse of Sanjay Dutt’s character, Anthony Das, and it has created a huge buzz on social media.

The 37-second video shows Anthony Das, a powerful and ruthless gangster, walking in slow motion with his henchmen.

Glimpse of Anthony Das – Leo

We can confirm Malayalam Actor Babu Anthony part of Sanjay Dutt gang from this teaser as we can see him. The video is accompanied by a catchy and energetic background score composed by Anirudh Ravichander, who has collaborated with Lokesh Kanagaraj for the second time after Master.

The glimpse of Anthony Das has impressed the fans and critics alike,...

Thalapathy Vijay has finished shooting his portions for the upcoming Tamil action film Leo, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj. The director took to Twitter to share a picture with the actor and thanked him for making the second outing a special one. Leo is the second collaboration between Vijay and Lokesh after the blockbuster Master (2021).

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