CELEBS FACTORY

Murphy Vs Barfi!

2012-09-15T13:06:00.001+05:30

According to reports, Anurag Basu's 'Barfi' starring Ranbir Kapoor, Priyanka Chopra and Ileana D'Cruz in the lead has gotten into legal trouble.

Mumbai based, Murphy Enterprises are objecting to the use of their name, 'Murphy' in the movie without getting a proper NOC from them for the use of their brand name in the film.

The name of Ranbir's character in the movie is Murphy but when he is asked of his name, he mumbles something that sounds like Barfi, as he is speech challenged.

Murphy Enterprises have complained about the use of their name at various points in the film and in the songs as well. They are planning to take legal action.

The makers of the film have not yet responded to this development.

Asin says yes to bikini..But?

2012-09-15T12:51:00.002+05:30

Asin is a favorite among rumor mongers.

Asin is often linked to superstars in Bollywood and constantly talked about her donning a bikini in her forthcoming movies.

Although the actor has adorned very glamorous costumes in Bollywood when compared to her Tamil and Telugu movies, she has never gone vulgar.

Responding to such bikini rumors,

"I'm a very orthodox Christian and I always keeps my values intact whether I'm in Mumbai or even somewhere abroad," said Asin.

"In the future, even if I'm to wear a bikini in my private life, it wouldn't be without my life partner's consent," added Asin answering all the rumors in no uncertain words.

Amala Paul and her massive Telugu project with Puri Jagannadh

2012-09-15T12:39:00.000+05:30

Looks like happy days are here again for Amala Paul.

Having been part of successful films like Vettai, Muppozhudhum Un Karpanaigal, Kaadhalil Sodhapuvadhu Yeppadi and the latest Malayalam film Run Baby Run, the Kerala girl has taken to working out in a big way as she wants to look glamorous and toned for her future films.

Now one person who is appreciative of her commitment to fitness is actor Sarath Kumar, himself a fitness freak.

The duo have been bonding over their shared passion and Amala teasingly informs everyone that she is the one who gives special training tips to Sarath Kumar! Of course, the actor is a good sport and finds her assertion very amusing.

Meanwhile on the career front too, the petite actor appears to be in control of her affairs and recently signed up for a massive Telugu project opposite 'Stylish Star' Allu Arjun directed by none other than Puri Jagannath of Pokkiri fame.

Amala Paul is thrilled to have this opportunity and is eager to get started.

"I now understand how Rajnikanth & Kamal Haasan works!" : Sanjay Dutt

2012-09-15T12:27:00.000+05:30

Director K.S Ravikumar is making his directorial debut in Bollylwood with the Hindi remake of the Tamil hit 'Saamy' with Sanjay Dutt in the lead.

If our Bollywood sources are to believed, then K.S Ravikumar has supposedly created wonders with Sanjay Dutt's work ethic.

The actor, who hardly shot couple of scenes a day in the past is now shooting up to six scenes a day without budging until his director is totally satisfied.

The actor himself was heard saying that he now understands how top stars like Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan work in the South, on the evidence of K.S.Ravikumar's previous experience with the two superstars.

Vijay and Shahrukh to clash again this Diwali..

2012-09-15T12:08:00.001+05:30

Shahrukh Khan's new movie titled 'Jab Tak Hai Jaan' is set to release on Diwali day. The first look posters have been released too. The King Khan's market pervades all over the world and his films open strongly even in Tamil Nadu.

Over the years, by some coincidence or the other, Vijay's films also release on Diwali day and they invariably clash with the films of Bollywood's Baadshah Shahrukh Khan.

It was Vijay's 'Azhagiya Tamil Magan' vs SRK's 'Om Shanti Om' in 2007. In 2011, it was 'Velayudham' vs 'Ra. One'. This year, history repeats itself yet again as SRK's 'Jab Tak Hai Jaan' will compete with Vijay's 'Thuppakki' for a share of the Diwali box-office pie in Tamil Nadu.

A super battle ahead! Shahrukh has Anushka Sharma and Katrina Kaif for company in this movie and both these stars are popular with TN audiences as well. A.R Rahman scores the music for this SRK starrer and the Mozart of Madras commands his own opening. For Thuppakki, Vijay has a strong technical team backing him with Kajal Aggarwal for company. On the whole, Diwali day is going to see fireworks on the cinema screen as well.

"Please leave Manmadan 2 aside for now?": STR

2012-09-15T05:48:00.000+05:30

STR has been surprised by the sudden constant reports in the media about Manmadhan 2 and that he is working with Anirudh Ravichander in this movie.

The actor has clarified that he has to first complete the script of this sequel before anything else is officially confirmed. He has even requested his media friends to leave Manmadhan 2 aside for the time being.

As of now, STR is super busy with films like Podaa Podi and Vaalu. Vettai Mannan would be resumed after the completion of these films.

There are reports that Podaa Podi would be STR's first release. Gemini Film Circuit is distributing this movie that launches Varalakshmi Sarathkumar opposite STR. The recent single track and teaser of this flick has pleased STR fans and his toned look has won him extra brownie points.

Comedian Vadivelu's new project..

2012-09-15T05:40:00.000+05:30

Vadivelu has been maintaining a low profile since the change in the state government. He has only acted in two films after the fall of the previous government and both didn’t perform well at the box office. But the actor isn’t shattered. On the contrary, he manages to maintain a smile on his face.

In a recent interview, the actor has expressed that he isn’t sad about not having done many films in a long time. The ace comedian, like a philosopher, says “My humor is like wind that can reach people easily. Whenever people tune into a Tamil channel, my scenes are being telecasted. As if it isn’t enough, there are half a dozen channels exclusively dedicated for comedy. I’m sure people aren’t missing me, for I’m everywhere on TV.”

The actor is now working on the script of the sequel of Imsai Arasan 23am Pulikesi, along with director Simbudevan. He says, he is very happy with the way it is shaping up.

Amala Paul and the anti-corruption movement

2012-09-15T05:37:00.000+05:30

Amala Paul is not just a pretty actor, but has also proved to be a responsible citizen.

The actor has given herself in to an anti-corruption movement- 5th Pillar.

In a video the actor said that the organization is providing a platform to fight for a corruption-free India and that she is very proud to be able to contribute to the cause.

“A democratic country needs four important pillars, legislative, executive, judiciary and press to run efficiently. But when a developing country like ourselves is hit by corruption, we need an extra pillar, which are the people. That is what the 5th Pillar signifies,” said Vijay Anand, an NRI of Washington and President of 5th Pillar.

The institution trains citizens on how to acquire necessities, without bribing the government authorities. Their main aim is to enlighten people about the nook and corner of Right to Information Act.

Shruti expresses her desire to director Prabhu Deva

2012-09-15T05:16:00.001+05:30

Shruti Haasan has been signed up for an untitled Hindi project under the direction of renowned choreographer turned director Prabhu Deva.

The film will be a remake of Prabhu Deva's Telugu blockbuster 'Nuvvostanante Nenoddantana' and will launch producer Kumar Taurani's son Girish Kumar as the hero.

In the capacity of a singer, the romantic musical has a good scope for Shruti to be a part of the movie's soundtrack as well and the actor has recently expressed her interest to director Prabhu Deva about singing for the film.

Shruti Haasan enjoys a good professional relationship with her director and is awaiting a positive response.

The multi-talented actor is a rocking singer and has crooned some hit numbers in her previous films like '7aum Arivu' and '3'.

The final call on whether or not Shruti would sing for this Hindi film is yet to be taken.

Richa Gangopadhyay - A Fashion Diva..

2012-09-15T03:14:00.002+05:30

Actor Richa Gangopadhyay got a pleasant surprise recently when she was presented with a 'Fashion Diva' award at the Southspin Fashion awards 2012.

The hot looking actor was honored with the 'Fashion Diva' award for her unbiased ethnic look in the STR starrer 'Osthe' - a Tamil remake of the Hindi blockbuster 'Dabangg' that starred Salman Khan and Sonakshi Sinha in the lead.

The actor will be next seen in the Goutham Menon produced 'Tamilselvanum Thaniyar Anjalum' and has been signed up for a couple of Telugu projects each with 'Rebel Star' Prabhas and 'Mass Maharaja' Ravi Teja.

Richa's next outing in Tamil is the Venkat Prabhu diet 'Biriyani' opposite Karthi in the lead. This biggie that is expected to release by the end of this year would feature newly married couple Sneha and Prasanna sharing screen space with Director Mysskin donning the grease paint to play the villain in the film.

Looks like Richa is progressing pretty good pace even on her career front.

Vikram gets busy with Shankar's 'ஐ'

2012-09-15T02:44:00.001+05:30

Actor Vikram is getting ready for the release of A.L Vijay's 'Thaandavam' scheduled to hit screens on the 28th of September, he is also getting busy with Shankar's 'ஐ' side by side.

The actor during a recent press meet mentioned of his admiration towards his director Shankar for his razor sharp vision, the magnificence and the grandeur element that he brings in all his films.

While Vikram's look in the 1st look poster has already made a mark among his fans, he promised that 'ஐ ' would be 100 times bigger than 'Anniyan' both in terms of budget as well as the treatment of his role.

Produced by V. Ravichandran for Aascar films, who also produced Shankar's earlier outing 'Anniyan' with Vikram, 'ஐ ' has a superb technical crew comprising A.R.Rahman, P.C.Sreeram among others.

"Ajith is very simple": Taapsee

2012-09-14T23:30:00.000+05:30

Taapsee has started working on Vishnuvardhan's multistarrer with Ajith, Nayanthara and Arya.

The actor says that despite the huge star cast there are no ego hassles and there is a great vibe on the sets. She revealed that the director has given every character due importance and they will all be memorable so there is no pressure on any one.

Taapsee said it was hard to believe but Ajith despite being such a huge star is very simple. The actor along with Arya and Nayanthara went out their way to make sure that she was comfortable.

Taapsee said that she and Arya had great fun while working together and she has nothing but respect for Nayantara who made sure that her junior co - star was well looked after.

Singam 2 to roar soon..

2012-09-14T15:03:00.000+05:30

The shoot of the much awaited sequel of Hari’s Singam, starring Suriya in the lead, is all set to go on floors on September 26th.

News is that, the director has managed to add the hot favorites Hansika and Santhanam to the film adding attraction to the cast that retains other characters he had in Singam including Anushka, Manorama, Vivek and Nassar.

Hansika is reported to be playing a school girl in the film. However, We're yet to receive an official confirmation if Santhanam is playing a school boy too.

Studio Green has taken up the project again and Priyan will be helming the camera. Devi Sri Prasad, who delivered super hits for the original is again ready to rock for the sequel of Singam.

The shoot of the much awaited sequel of Hari’s Singam, starring Suriya in the lead, is all set to go on floors on September 26th. News is that, the director has managed to add the hot favorites Hansika and Santhanam to the film adding attraction to the cast that retains other characters he had in Singam including Anushka, Manorama, Vivek and Nassar. Hansika is reported to be playing a school girl in the film. However, We're yet to receive an official confirmation if Santhanam is playing a school boy too. Studio Green has taken up the project again and Priyan will be helming the camera. Devi Sri Prasad, who delivered super hits for the original is again ready to rock for the sequel of Singam.

Former Ms. World reports domestic violence..

2012-09-14T13:45:00.000+05:30

Former Miss World, Yukta Mookhey filed a complaint against husband, Prince Tuli accusing him of domesic violence.

Senior inspector of Amboli police station, Harishchandra Vhatkar confirmed this saying that Yukta claimed herself to be a victim of physical abuse and her husband was troubling her. A non-cognisable offence against her husband has duly been registered. This implies that no action can be taken without prior approval from the court.

Yukta won the crown in 1999 and after a failed stint in Bollywood married New York based business man, Tuli. Tamil fans will remember her item number with Ajith in the film Poovellam Un Vaasam which had Jyothika as the heroine.

Born for Nayantara..

2012-09-14T02:45:00.000+05:30

Nayanthara recently opened up about her love life and prospective life partner.

The sexy dame of an actor is currently immersed in work and has put behind all her alleged failed relationships and news about it to rest. Nayantara admitted that it took her sometime to recoup from her personal life related problems unlike a failed film which she just brushes away as a part of her career.

Nayantara's respect for love stays and she still believes that there would be someone who has been born for her already. She turned philosophical when saying that tomorrow holds a lot of twists and turns and vowed to keep enjoying her life that has been gifted to her by the almighty God.

The multi-taledted actor is currently concentrating on Vishnuvardhan’s film with Ajith and is shooting along with the rest of the crew in Chennai.

Charulatha - A horror thriller revolving conjoined twins..

2012-09-14T02:02:00.001+05:30

The Priyamani starrer 'Charulatha' finally earns the distinction of being the first movie about conjoined twins to be released.

'Charulatha' directed by Pon Kumaran and co-starring Skanda is an adaptation of the Thai horror 'Alone' that dealt with obsession and hatred of twin sisters conjoined at their stomach.

Hansraj Saxena, with his new banner SAX PICTURES has acquired the distribution rights of the Tamil version and is releasing the film on 21st September, 2012 with a U/A certificate by CBFC in view of the horror elements in the film.

The Tamil-Kannada bilingual was earlier reported to have 480 CG shots as planned but now the final count is 620 CG shots as the team is taking extra care and due diligence to make sure that the visual output is without any blemishes. The film is also being dubbed in Malayalam and Telugu to meet the demands of actor Priyamani's popularity in South Indian cinema.

'Charulatha' in the likes of the horror thrillers creating box-office history is promising and lead actor Priyamani is certainly going to make a roaring comeback into Tamil Cinema.

Maattrraan story unveiled online..

2012-09-14T01:21:00.000+05:30

There is a buzz in the industry that the story of K.V Anand's upcoming Suriya starrer 'Maattrraan' has been revealed online including the twists and turns in the film.

If sources are to believed, this unfortunate event might incur huge losses to AGS Entertainments, the makers and distributors of the film.

It is often witnessed that videos, songs and working stills are been unveiled in social networking and microblogging websites by a few unauthorized members who somehow get their hands on it. This consequence finally ends as the producers loss and now the Suriya and Kajal Aggarwal starrer 'Maattrraan' is also facing the same problem.

It can be recalled that K.V Anand's previous film 'KO' also was a victim of such lawless activity, but the film emerged as a box-office hit despite of all odds.

Is this another form of a publicity stunt, we wish we could tell.

Mithra's adventure..

2012-09-13T13:22:00.000+05:30

Actor Mithra Kurian had a real scary encounter while shooting a duet song on the beautiful backwaters of Alappuzha for her latest film Nandanam.

The gorgeous actor was romancing her hero Sivaji Dev enacting for the duet that was been canned by director Shyamalan from an adjacent boat.

While this was happening, a giant boat had come in the opposite direction at jet-speed and the film crew was taken aback.

Despite the earnest efforts of the boatman to steer his boat clear off the giant boat, it fractionally crashed into the edge of the boat that had the actors.

As a result, Mithra fell into the water, leaving the film crew screaming for help. The fishermen who were nearby swam to her rescue and brought her safely to the shore.

That certainly was One adventure for Mithra.

Arya and Vishal again..

2012-09-12T04:31:00.000+05:30

The best of buddies, Arya and Vishal had a great outing together in Bala’s Avan Ivan.

We now hear that the duo is getting back together.

Arya is likely to do a cameo in Madha Gaja Raja aka MGR starring Vishal in the lead. The actor who currently has Irandam Ulagam and Vishnuvardhan's untitled film in hand, didn’t think a bit in giving his nod to do the cameo for his friend, say reports.

MGR also stars Varalakshmi Sarath Kumar, Anjali, Santhanam, Sadagopan Ramesh, Prakash Raj and Sonu Sood in important roles.

Richard Nathan is helming the camera for this film directed by Sundar C after the success of Kalakalappu (2012). Vijay Antony is composing the music for the film and actor Sada has been roped to perform for an item number in the film.

Anushka was bitten !

2012-09-11T04:23:00.000+05:30

It is well known that Anushka possesses too many admirable qualities to keep track of and one of which is compassion.

We learnt about the farewell party that Selvaraghavan had thrown for Anushka, when the Irandam Ulagam team returned from the long schedule of Georgia.

While having their dinner, someone had dropped a used tissue paper, which was consumed by a dog.

Anushka put her hand inside the dog’s mouth and pulled out the tissue. But unaware of her intentions, the dog took a bite off her hand.

As a result, the actor had to take injections for three days.

Shriya turns 30

2012-09-11T03:56:00.000+05:30

Shriya Saran is celebrated her 30th birthday today on September 11th, 2012.

The actor famed for her really fit body and sizzling dance moves recently sent her male fans into a tizzy with a raunchy photoshoot for the leading men's magazine Maxim India, the August 2012 issue.

Now 30, Shriya's film career has some promises lined up in the form of the Tamil-Kannada bilingual Chandra, the 3D version of Sivaji with Superstar Rajnikanth and Deepa Mehta's Midnight Children.

Celebs Factory wishes the gorgeous actor a happy birthday and many more returns of the day with good health, happiness, success and more interesting films in the near future.

Asin threatens to sue in court !

2012-09-11T03:47:00.000+05:30

Actor Asin has been linked with almost all Bollywood superstars she has acted with ever since her debut with Aamir Khan in Ghajini.

First it was Aamir Khan and then it was Salman, with whom Asin was rumored to be linked with. Thanks to her twin movies 'London Dreams' and 'Ready' with Salman, that some media houses even went as far as to say that she was living together with him.

Initially the actor took it in her stride as being part and parcel of her profession but off late she has been disturbed by the talks of her alleged live-in relationship with Salman.

Asin appealed to such miscreants to think about her family before spreading any such rumors. She signed off with a warning stating that she would sue the media houses in court if any such false news is spread in future.

STR's special dance for Santhanam..

2012-09-10T02:23:00.000+05:30

STR will be taking part in a special song sequence in Santhanam's maiden production venture 'Kanna Laddu Thinna Aasaiya' aka KLTA. Composer Thaman is scoring the music for the film that is co-produced by Ramanarayanan.

Santhanam has been an integral part of STR's films like Manmadhan, Silambaattam and Vaanam. The profound comedy combo is likely to return in KLTA and in STR's forthcoming film Vaalu.

KLTA co-staring Power Star Dr. Srinivasan alongside Santhanam is expected to be a laugh riot all the way in the lines of the 1981 K. Bhagyaraj film 'Indru Poi Naalai Vaa' best known for its Hindi tuition scene involving the evergreen laughter blaster "Ek gaun mein, Ek Kissan - Raghu Thaatha!".

The above mentioned song sequence for KLTA featuring STR is expected to be shot over the next two days in Binny Mills near the Chennai airport.

Ajith encourages and elevates the spirits

2012-09-10T02:12:00.000+05:30

Actor Ajith is doing a cameo in Sridevi's comeback film 'English Vinglish' and news of the actor's co-operation at the shoot without any remuneration is pretty old.

In English Vinglish, the character that Ajith plays spews self-confidence and provides encouragement to Sridevi during her times of duress.

Ajith, a professional of an actor that he is, is well-known amongst his fans for his self-confidence in real life.

The actor is admired to that of a phoenix bird that keeps rising from its ashes with its 'never say die' spirit.

This cameo of Ajith in 'English Vinglish' is eagerly awaited by his fans across the globe with all due respect to the speculations of his new look that was recently released in the media.

Amala Paul & her glamor zone..

2012-09-10T01:22:00.000+05:30

Amala Paul is embracing her glamorous side of late for her future films like the bilingual 'Nimirndhu Nil' with Jayam Ravi and her Telugu movie 'Naayak' opposite Ram Charan Teja.

To materialize the actor's objective to look glamorous than ever, Amala Paul has hired a personal trainer and has started following a strict diet regimen. The pretty actor has been hitting the gym regularly and is optimistic that her fans would love her new look.

"Apart from 'Muppozhudhum Un Karpanaigal', I really haven't had a chance to play glamorous roles in my films so far. But both 'Nimirnthu Nil' and 'Naayak' are pucca entertainers. I play a highly fashionable girl with groovy dance sequences and I want to look my best in them," said Amala Paul with a determination to look even more dashing and toned than she is now.

Meanwhile, Amala Paul has become the talk of the town for the recently shot number 'Subhaleka Rasukunna Eppudo' along with Ram Charan in Iceland. This remixed yesteryear hit-song along with the pretty actor's look is mentioned to be the highlight of the V.V Vinayak directed 'Naayak' that also co-stars Kajal Aggarwal in the lead.