Massive Love For Dhanush From His Fans After His Film Shoot In London!

Dhanush, who is currently shooting for Karthik Subbaraj’s yet-untitled film in London, took out time to meet some fans who assembled at the shooting spot. A video of the actor almost being mobbed by his fans has gone viral.
The video shows him being surrounded by his fans who assembled to watch the shooting. Most of them are kids with their parents and family members. In the video, Dhanush is seen walking towards the fans and shaking hands with each one of them.

Fans love from #London #D40@dhanushkraja sir ❤🙏🙏🙏@DirectorS_Shiva @vinod_offl @RIAZtheboss pic.twitter.com/tnauo1M3SJ
— RAJA B RAJA (@B_RAJA_) September 18, 2019

The project, which is currently dubbed as D40, marks the maiden collaboration of Dhanush and Karthik and is being bankrolled by S Sashikanth of YNOT Studios. Tipped to be an action thriller, the film will be entirely shot in London. The team will complete the project in one long schedule in the UK.
Last seen playing a local ruffian in Maari 2, Dhanush will be seen playing a daily wage labourer in Asuran, which will be released on October 2. Being produced by Kalaipuli S. Thanu under the banner of V Creations, the film has music by G.V Prakash Kumar.
It must be overwhelming to receive such love. Some of them were even saying, ” I touched him”. It is crazy how people often forget that celebrities are human and not god. This obsession doesn’t ever seem to end.
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Thaipusam 2020 Goes Live on Astro Ulagam

This Thaipusam, everyone will be able to stream live coverage of the festival via Astro Ulagam, absolutely FREE.
Astro customers, on the other hand, can enjoy such the via Astro GO on Vaanavil (CH 201) and Vinmeen HD (CH 231).
The broadcast will be a live streaming from the various temples, beginning at 5.00 pm on the 7th of February up until 10.00 pm on the 8th February 2020.
Astro Ulagam will be on ground at via 9 hosts at 3 locations, including Kallumalai Arulmigu Subramaniyar Temple (Ipoh), Thaneermalai Arulmigu Balathandayuthapani Temple (Penang) and Sri Subramaniya Swami Temple (Sungai Petani) to keep Malaysians updated on the latest updates like the weather, prayer timings, road closure and many other details.
Netizens can share their Thaipusam moments and clicks with the hashtag #VelVel to be featured in the social media display of the LIVE streaming.
Click here for the live stream of Thaipusam on Astro Ulagam.
For more information on all of Astro’s offerings this Thaipusam, check out their their social media handle here.
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Innaraku Innaaru; The Unuttered Love Story Of 4 Individuals

Watching short films made by our young directors nowadays has made me realise that our Malaysian Tamil film industry has a promising future.
On that note, young director Ruben Crk has released his new short flick titled Innaraku Innaaru. The 12-minute short film will take you on a journey through a sweet-emotional love story with a dash of witty lines depicting Malaysian Indian humour.
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Helmed by Ruben Crk, the short film started off with a comical-humorous narrating voice that gradually draws you into the story. Innaaruku Innaaru revolves around four friends who are drawn together through love and how they express their feelings without knowing what’s flowing in their hearts. The storyline will fill your heart with a tingling feeling and it expresses something that we all can connect to at some point in our lives.
Apart from that, the cast of this film Ram, Ohsini, Vincent and Santhiya have done a good job by portraying their characters well with the roles given.
Furthermore, the mellow background music and the smooth transition between the voice over and the visuals have even enhanced this film.
You may watch the full film here on Talentine Studios YouTube channel here;

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It will ultimately make its way to you if it is meant to be.
We’re excited to see your future projects and a big kudos to the whole crew for their hard work in making this short film.
Director: Ruben Crk
Cast: Ram, Vincent, Santhiya, Ohsini
DOP: Ruben Crk
Producer: Santhiya Varatherajoo
Produced by: Talentine Studios
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EXCLUSIVE: Anban Ashlan Raj Conferred With Honorable Diana Award 2022 For Humanitarian Work

“If our youths arise and act, they have the strength and dynamism to generate a huge transformation in society”
The last 2 years have been a fascinating period, as we witness an array of amazing initiatives and efforts that kicks off progressively to assist the community. Not only among adults and NGOs but especially among our young people who have proven to the world that they are the future in a short amount of time.
Bearing a great responsibility in his mind, an organisation started by one of our Malaysian youth with the aim of dilating leadership development among other youngsters, has paid off recently after getting a huge acknowledgement.
The 21-year-old founder and also the president of the World Youth Leaders Organization, Anban Ashlan Raj raised the profile of our nation when he was bestowed with the highest accolade which is The Diana Award this year for his social action or humanitarian efforts.
Anban’s official 2022 Diana Award Announcement
He is the sole Malaysian among the 180 young people from various countries that earned this prestigious accolade.
Established in memory of Diana, Princess of Wales, the awards are given out with the support of both her sons, the Duke of Cambridge and the Duke of Sussex are presented to youngsters aged 9 to 25 for going above and beyond in their lives to create and sustain positive change and for their social actions or humanitarian work.
According to the inscription for this young lad on the dignified award, it cited that when Anban was 16, he and his classmates were introduced to a higher level of mathematics in which many of his peers struggled. He came up with his own special set of notes and after many painstaking hours of preparation, freely tutored his peers. Ironically, this marked the beginning of his lifetime educational path, which lead him to form the World Youth Leaders Organization.
Speaking to Varnam Malaysia, Anban express that he is truly grateful and honoured to be one of the recipients of this esteemed accolade.
“As the only young person selected for the 2022 Diana Award from our country, it gives me great pride to represent Malaysia on the international stage,” he continued.
“Being awarded the Diana Award is truly life-changing. For me personally, this award is a sign of responsibility to continue spreading positive change and the legacy of Princess Diana,” he said firmly.
With this great feat, Anban told us that he has been receiving an incredible outpour of international support receiving personal congratulatory messages even from the Vice President of the Canadian Olympic Committee, Mark Tewksbury, C.C., M.S.M. and the Chief Executive of the Diana Award, Tessy Ojo CBE, among others.
Birth of World Youth Leaders Organisation
The enthusiastic epistemophile person explains that he founded this organisation with the aim of ” If there is no preexisting avenue for leadership education to be equitably accessible, we young people can and will do something about it.”
“This was our unique take to achieve United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 4 (Quality Education) through the Youth Leaders Programme (YLP),” he said stating that the motivation behind the organisation and YLP actually dates back to 2017 when he was given the scholarship to attend the Young Leaders Programme by Trinity College, the University of Melbourne after winning an essay writing competition organised by them.
Since then, he has been asking questions himself  “What if I never got the scholarship? What about the hundreds and thousands of other youths who are left out simply due to financial constraints?”
These two questions changed the trajectory of his work as he wished to give back to my community.
Image 1: Anban moderating a session with 2021 Diana Legacy Award winner Zubair Junjunia.Image 2: Anban moderating a session with Youth Climate Change Advisor to the United Nations, Vladislav Kaim
“After starting up the organisation in January 2021 with my amazing team, I planned to work on our flagship project and launch the world’s first equitably accessible leadership development course for young people, by young people which is the Youth Leaders Programme (YLP),” he told Varnam Malaysia.
“We wanted the YLP to be more than just a course, we wanted it to be an experience. My incredible team at World Youth Leaders Org have been the greatest asset which I have had the honour to lead and without their talents, this course would not have been a reality,” this young inspiring lad stated.
To date, they have reached young people from over 40 countries across 5 continents and the impact is growing steadily.
In this process, he said countless people told him, “Your scholarship scheme will not work and doesn’t make sense,” but it didn’t deter this passionate lad from moving forward and keep pushing ahead with their vision.
“However, everything worked out as well as it could have and two successful cohorts later, with a third cohort on the way,” said Anban revealing that the cohort ‘Summer 2022 Youth Leaders Programme’ will commence soon in mid-July 2022.
Last but not least, Anban hopes that his story will be an eye-opener that if an ordinary group of young people can build a self-sustaining international leadership development course which is going strong with a bright outlook for the future, young people can, and indeed will change the world.
Besides, he thanked his mother, his maternal grandparents, and all of his other supporting family members, colleagues, and close friends, emphasizing that without them, this honour would not have been possible.
“A special mention is also due to those who have been instrumental to my success such as my organisation’s Vice President from El Salvador, Diana Argumedo, Secretary from Malaysia, Nurzati Amani and my longest-standing best friend, Kok Chun Yik as all of them have always had my back in countless ways,” he concluded.
Varnam Malaysia is incredibly proud to see these passionate youngsters striving for the best for the community. All the best team for your future endeavours.
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S.Kisona & M.Thinaah Making Waves In Thomas And Uber Cup Finals 2020

If there’s one sport that is really making headlines in the country of late, it has to be none other than badminton!
S.Kisona and M.Thinaah were among the big names who qualified for the Thomas and Uber Cup Finals which is slated to be held in Aarhus, Denmark from October 3rd to 11th. Interestingly, this happens to be the very first time for Thinaah to make it to the prestigious event, while Kisona on the other hand debuted at the 2018 Uber Cup in Bangkok. Oh, how proud we are of them!
It was originally scheduled to be held from May 16th to 24th but was postponed to August 15th to 23rd before finally rescheduling the matches in October due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite a show of grit and determination, our Malaysian team are performing admirably at the international level.
Malaysia has definitely gained international recognition in the badminton arena over the years, producing the likes of Datuk Lee Chong Wei and many more. Its hopeful and encouraging to perhaps see the two young women smash a record and make history in their chosen field of sport.

The national women’s squad also face a daunting task in the Uber Cup after being drawn in Group B, dubbed the ‘Group of Death’, as they will have three-time champion Indonesia, two-time runner-up South Korea and minnows Australia for company.
The national team has gloriously left a mark in the sport by winning the Thomas cup five times in the year 1949, 1952, 1955, 1967 and 1992.
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Mani Ratnam’s Ponniyin Selvan-I Becomes The First Tamil Film To Release In IMAX

It’s getting even more exciting!
The anticipated Mani Ratnam’s ‘Ponniyin Selvan-I’ will become the first Tamil-language film to be released in the IMAX format. Having said that, Madras Talkies and LYCA production house have taken to their Twitter handle to announce the exciting news to Kollywood movie enthusiasts.
Check out the post below:

Grand gets Grander! 🤩Experience #PS1 🗡 in IMAX, the first Tamil film to come out in IMAX!In theatres on 30th September!#PonniyinSelvan #ManiRatnam #ARRahman @madrastalkies_ @LycaProductions @arrahman @tipsofficial @Imax pic.twitter.com/aj5VJdQu1O
— Lyca Productions (@LycaProductions) August 16, 2022

Based on renowned writer Kalki Krishnamurthy’s (1899-1954) popular Tamil novel, Ponniyin Selvan denotes ‘Son (the Chola king) of mother Ponni’, which is another name for River Cauvery, that made the Chola land fertile. Touted to be a historical fantasy set during the Chola dynasty, the film features prominent figures such as Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Vikram, Jayam Ravi, Trisha, Karthi, Prakash Raj, Aishwarya Lekshmi, Parthiban, Sarath Kumar, Jayaram and more Kollywood favourites.
On the musical front, Mani Ratnam’s dream project will feature music written and composed by AR Rahman and well-known cinematographer Ravi Varman, who has worked in films such as Anniyan, Kaatrin Mozhi, and Jagga Jasoos to handle the cinematography of this magnum opus.
Watch the full trailer below:

Prepare yourselves to watch this mega-hit film which will be premiered in theatres worldwide on 30th September in the following languages: Tamil, Hindi, Telugu, Malayalam, and Kannada.
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Thestyles_bysha Showcases The Cultural Unity Of The Indian Community

The founder of thestyles_bysha, Usha Devi Ganeshwaran is a famed and talented makeup artist who has worked with so many artists in Malaysia. She collaborated alongside Yasmin Nadiah, Santhi Rayan Barr, and recently Ahila Shanmugam for her big day.
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Three days ago, she posted a video featuring two stunning models, dolled up to showcase the brides from the South and North India.

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Her post states;
Unity comes from within, it doesn’t matter whichever side of the country you fall under. What matters is that you respect and appreciate cultures from all over the world.
As Indians, we’re often separated based on which side of India you originate from. Unity comes in many forms but mainly from within. Cultures are one way to demonstrate solidarity and to appreciate and connect. These two beautiful girls have come to reflect and bind their communities.
And if the styles of the north and south Indian brides vary, the distinctions have yet to be acknowledged and accepted. We shall build and show the harmony on being an Indian.
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I believe the uniqueness of being an Indian is that we have a vast variety of distinct cultural styles that all of us can embrace regardless from which part of India we originate.
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Guruthisvaran Ramu Creates ‘EcoFlo,’ A Breathing Support Device Made Accessible To All For Free

Guruthisvaran Ramu, a mechanical engineer, invented the ‘EcoFlo’, an instrument for the benefit of the entire world.
‘EcoFlo’ is a breathing support device that is a low-cost continuous positive airway pressure designed for COVID-19 patients to use at home, in transit to the hospital, and while waiting for treatment in the triage room.
Picture credit: Free Malaysia Today
Thus, full ventilation is not required. EcoFlo is non-invasive and would allow ventilators in ICUs to be offloaded for the critically ill.
The 34-year-old said in an email interview with Free Malaysia Today,
 “An ICU ventilator usually requires the patient to be intubated, while EcoFlo can be used to keep airways open using air pressure.”
Making a contribution to the community
Malaysian-American Guru intends to help the community knowing that the fight against COVID-19 is far from over. He wants to give the units away for free to hospitals and medical personnel.
Picture credit: Free Malaysia Today
“Our goal is to make the design and manufacturing details of EcoFlo free and available to the entire world so that manufacturers in developing countries can produce it for their own citizens.”
Guru plans to build 1,000 units with his team of nine other engineers and donate them to hospitals and first responders in catastrophe countries as soon as regulatory agencies give the green light.
His initial plan was to give access to manufacturers who wanted to help, but his team was concerned that the manufacturers would try to profit from it. Companies taking EcoFlo and selling would violate the purpose of the project.
The birth of the ‘EcoFlo’
EcoFlo was inspired by Guru’s childhood friend Dr Prabhu Selvam’s idea, as well as Guru’s experience in developing instruments with Nasa.
Guru works in space exploration technology, developing instruments to measure carbon dioxide and methane in the atmosphere, while Prabhu is a emergency medicine doctor.
Picture credit: Free Malaysia Today
They initially collaborated on a ventilator about a year before the COVID-19 pandemic began, but switched to developing a CPAP device as coronavirus cases increased, health systems worldwide collapsed, and ventilators became limited.
Picture credit: Free Malaysia Today
Dr. Prabhu developed the idea for a low-cost breathing device after visiting several countries and noticing a need for low-cost medical solutions to prevent deaths.
Part of the problem with COVID is that it prevents normal breathing, and this device will measure how much air you can take in and determine whether you need more or less air.
A noteworthy act of generosity that is truly noble
Guru, the President and CEO of Mach 33 Engineering in Maryland is inclined to provide designs and a list of parts so that anyone can improve or create their own version of the technology.
“We did not want to patent the concept because we wanted EcoFlo to be freely available to all. We are now trying to buy components through crowdfunding and will fund the effort ourselves if we are unable to raise additional money in time.”
The young inventor hopes that the technology would relieve the strain on intensive care staff and beds, prevent COVID-19 patients from developing debilitating breathing difficulties, and assist patients in recovering without the need for invasive ventilation.
Guru’s parents migrated to the US in the mid-to-late 80s. His father, Ramu Arumugam from Alor Setar served in the military while his mother Vasanthi Ethurajoo hails from Teluk Intan.
Well done Guru and Dr Prabhu, your invention will save many lives!
Source: Free Malaysia Today
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Shruti Hassan Joins A String Of Actors Who Now Have Their Own TV Shows

Gorgeous Shruti Hassan is following in her father’s footsteps and dipping her toes into the world of TV shows. The actress now hosts Viu’s Hello Sago, a celebrity talk show. The show airs on Viu and aims to cater to the Tamil audience. Shruti joins a string of actors who have made the leap into anchoring television shows. The show currently airs over Viu, an Asian entertainment service.
This includes Vishal with his show Naam Oruvar, Prasanna who hosts Soppana Sundari and Varalaxmi Sarathkumar with her show, Unnai Arindaal. Raadhika Sarathkumar, Surya, Sarathkumar, Kushboo and Prakashraj have been a few others who have pioneered the leap over to the idiot box.

Why are all of them making the switch? Better reach, apparently. The Broadcast Audience Research Council (BARC) released a report recently that reveals viewers in South India spend more time on TV than viewers in the Hindi speaking market. The average daily time spent on television is nearly four hours in South India, according to the report. Contrary to popular belief, a large percentage of the viewers are the youth between 15 to 30 years of age. TV seems like the quickest way to win their hearts.
So far, it looks like Shruti has interviewed Harish Kalyan, Raiza, Meena and director K S Ravikumar on her show, that is conducted completely in Tamil. And for those wondering, the ‘sago’ in the title of her show denotes the term friend.

The actress’ talk show persona seems to be a bubbly one, and she isn’t afraid to dredge up some old secrets of her guests. She has been hailed as a breath of fresh air, and some healthy competition for the existing talk show hosts. Shruti’s talk show appears to be the Tamil version of Telugu talk show, No 1 Yaari, hosted by the dashing Rana Dagubatti.
If you’re not on Viu, watch Shruti ask her compatriots difficult questions on Hello Sago here.
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Rajinikanth and Amitabh Bachchan To Share Screen after 32 Years

Rajinikanth and Amitabh Bachchan are two superstars who have created their own names not just in Indian cinema but in global cinema as a whole. Amitabh’s acting needs no introduction with his astounding work in Silsila (1981), Agneepath (1990), Piku (2015), and many more. He is a performing artist who has nearly perfected the craft of acting. As time has gone by, only richness, subtilty, and intense nuance have been added to his every movement on screen. And Rajinikanth does not lag behind this legacy. Both Rajinikanth and Amitabh Bachchan are each other’s contemporaries. Rajinikanth’s most substantial roles are arguably those he did before he became a superstar. It was Mullum Malarum (1978), Pathinaru Vayathinile (1977), Johnny (1980), and Aval Appadithaan (1978) that showed the world the true creative range of Rajinikanth. These two stars have both worked their way to international acclaim and millions of fans around the world are devoted to their craft.
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After 32 years, the two colossal stars are being said to share a screen in an upcoming film under Jai Bheem’s TJ Gnanavel’s direction. The film’s title has not been released yet, so for the time being, it is being called Thalaivar 170 as it is the 170th Rajinikanth film. And sources state that this will not be a small cameo role but that the Bollywood Superstar will have a significant role in this Rajni film.
They both first shared a screen in the 1983 film Andhaa Kaanoon and proceeded to work together in Geraftaar, and Kochadaiyaan. The 1991 Bollywood film Hum, which starred both Amitabh and Rajni was a catalyst for igniting the iconic gangster role of Baashha for Rajinikanth.
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Thank you so much Rajini for being with me and being an incredible source of inspiration. Such a humble human being. Came up from such humble beginnings. It is incredible that we have him here with us today, inspiring us every day and night.
– Amitabh Bachchan, during IIFA 2019

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As the shoot for Rajni’s Jailer is wrapped up, his next focus will be Thalaivar 170. Fans have already shown great excitement over the completion of Nelson Dhilipkumar Jailer’s production and cannot wait to watch the film in theatres. Now this news of a Rajni-Amitabh duo on screen will sure to rile them up further. The shooting for Thalaivar 170 has not begun yet, but sources state that it will commence later this year. The film is produced by Lyca Productions, which has produced previous hits such as Vada Chennai and Ponniyin Selvan.
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EXCLUSIVE: Pravin Saivi – 10 Reasons He Makes Us Fall In Love With Music

Pravin Saivi has a superpower. He has the ability to turn people into music lovers. It is not because he talks about music so passionately, not even his mesmerizing voice as he strums his nylon guitar. It is his hypnotizing love for performing that seems to seep out of his pores and into his audience.
Pravin is one of the few Singaporean artists to have broken into the Tamil music industry. Following a stint on Vijay TV’s Super Singer, he has now become a household name in the Tamil music fraternity
Pravin opens up to Varnam about going from a Singaporean audience to the Tamil music industry, and finally having the world be his oyster.
He was a pub singer, before he reached the legal drinking age

“I grew up in a musical household, my dad was a composer and flautist. He founded one of Singapore’s oldest Indian orchestras, Febra Music Party, before being invited to run the SBC (now Mediacorp) Indian orchestra,” Pravin tells us that he only decided to go into music full-time after his dad passed on.
“Performing has always been my thing. I started off as a pub singer when I was 17, and the legal age to enter the pub was 18! The late musician Rishi Kumar was my mentor at the time,”
“Performing has always been my thing.”
Pravin then went on to work at the Armed Forces Music and Drama Company, during his National Service.
“While I was in Singapore, I managed to make ends meet with music. I was very active in television and theater. Won a few competitions as well. In fact, I was the first Tamil artiste to cross over from the Vasantham, the Tamil channel to the English Channel 5,”
Pravin also worked with Singaporean legends, Mohd Raffee and his brothers Mohd Bashir Syed and Mohd Noor. “Mohd Noor was the one who brought me into this whole artistic journey, really,” he shares
He was the dark horse of Super Singer

The year was 2010. Sivakarthikeyan could only dream of being an actor, and he was hosting Vijay TV’s Super Singer. The reality singing competition featured international contestants in addition to Indian singers.
Pravin reminisces, “I had no idea what Super Singer was! My mum and sister asked me to audition in Singapore, and I decided to give it a shot, and ended up being selected on the spot,”
“In Chennai, I saw the talent that I was up against, and I knew that I couldn’t compete musically. That’s when I went all out as a performer,” Pravin says it was easy for him, as he was already comfortable in front of the camera.
“The producers of Super Singer also knew that I had all this experience, so they allowed me to express myself with my guitar,” Pravin’s boisterous, modern renditions of Tamil songs earned him an overall 8th place in the singing competition. He also won the Best Overseas Contestant and Best Entertainer awards.
He moved to India to make music

“This is my 8th year being based in Chennai. I married my beautiful wife a year after Super Singer, and we moved here. I tour with my band, Pravin Saivi and Friends, and do collaborations with other artists, it really is something I love.”
“Moving to Chennai really was a culture shock. And honestly, it was just the little things that got to me, like there isn’t a 7-11, and you can’t just go out at 2am to have an iced Milo. That was hard initially,”
“…like there isn’t a 7-11, and you can’t just go out at 2am to have an iced Milo”
On the flip side, he has mastered his mother tongue. “English has always been my first language, I think in English. So it took a while but I began to speak more Tamil after moving here. I have sort of mastered the mother tongue enough to speak to people of all walks of life,”
“Lifestyle wise, it was a big switch. I literally went from please don’t horn to please horn. But you know, Chennai grows on you. It is fantastic to be living here doing what i love to do.”
He is happy to pursue his passion in Chennai

Nevertheless, Pravin is happy. “Growing up in such an economically driven country like Singapore, you tend to focus more on the economics of living life, than pursuing your passion.”
“After Super Singer, I realized there is some potential to be on an international scale,”
“I can live a much better lifestyle in chennai than in singapore as a musician”
But does it make monetary sense to move to India from Singapore? Pravin is honest, “Funnily enough, a third world country pays artists better than a developed nation. I grew up thinking that life in a Singapore HDB (Housing Development Board) would be enough to lead a normal life. But here, I can live a much better lifestyle. I have a beach side villa, a cook, a domestic helper, and I don’t need to take public transport. Life is good,” he smiles.
“The crucial difference is that here, musicians are perceived differently compared to Singapore,” We couldn’t agree more.
He doesn’t think he’s in the music business anymore

“I’m not in the music business, I’m in the feelings business,” he says. “Best part about all of this is that people are very accepting. They know who you are, and they embrace you for that, it’s very reassuring. I work with emotions and feelings. You’ve got to feel good before making others feel good!”
“It’s really special to do what you love to do AND be able to take care of the people around you.”
He has worked with some incredible names, but remains humble

Pravin has performed for AR Rahman as well as Illayaraaja. He has worked with Harris Jayaraj, Chitra, Malgudi Suba, Mano, Jithan Raj, Premgi Amaren and his good friend, Sathyaprakash among many other established musicians. “I work with Rajesh Vaidhya when he wants harmony arrangements or a guitarist. The man is brilliant, everything he touches turns to gold!”
Related:  India's Defence Minister Rajnath Singh On A 3-day Visit In Malaysia  Pravin also toured with SP Bala, and performed in London’s Wembley Arena where he was called out by the veteran singer for his spectacular work. He works closely with Simbu and he’s been actively involved in the composing and background score work of Oviya’s 90ML.
Pravin was the music director and composer for the 2014 film, Puthiathor Ulagam Seivom. He also acted in the film. He has composed the music for two upcoming films, Peiku Mariyathai where he features ADK and Sri Rascol, and Saavadi.
And yet, he is that exact same guy you would see on the television. No airs, no uppity celebrity aura. He is just an extremely talented chap who genuinely loves making music.
He loves A Cappella thanks to the diversity of Singapore

Pravin can be dubbed the King of Tamil A Cappella. His arrangements have been performed on Super Singer, and he even did one highlighting AR Rahman’s 25 year musical journey that went viral.
“Vijay TV reaches the villages of Tamil Nadu, and the people there are not exposed to any A Cappella, so they thought I discovered it!” he says, bewildered.
“Harmonies are close to my heart, I grew up surrounded by diversity. It is how we unite in spite of all our differences, how we all belong that really appeals to me. We all are different but we sound fantastic as one,”
He has his own A Cappella ensemble, just like Pentatonix!

Because of his intense love for A Cappella music, Pravin scouted for talents to form his own A Cappella team. “I shared a casual video about 6 months ago, saying that I needed 20 passionate singers who want to do A Cappella with me. I wanted to get my arrangements out there,” Pravin tells us that he was overwhelmed by the response he received.
“About 400 people responded from all over the world. They were willing to come and stay in Chennai just to be a part of this!” Pravin finally narrowed it down to 20 people and the Pravin Saivi Vocal Ensemble (PSVE) was born.
The team plans to shoot 3 music videos and release them over the next couple of months. “PSVE is really an avenue to share, and to get our arrangements out there,”
He strongly believes that music is a full time job

He opines, “I don’t believe in exploring the art form part-time, how do you explore the ocean part-time? Would you ever want to be treated by a part-time cardiologist?”
“Music is a full-time job. It is a passion that you need to work towards. I am so lucky to be able to do this full-time, to share music and continue learning,”
He wants more indie Tamil music in the scene

“For close to 100 years now, the commercial Tamil music industry has been solely driven by cinemas. Some people from rural areas still refer to songs by the actors who lip sync to them,”
“Music should not be defined by cinema. Artists should be free to express themselves with indie music, alongside cinema songs. Only in India are we still adhering to film soundtracks,”
“Having lived and worked here for the past 8 years, I’ve come to realize that playback singing is the least of my priority. It is important to be a part of the fraternity, but I don’t want to limit myself to just cinema music,” Pravin goes on to say that while the Tamil music industry is definitely on the right track to support independent artists, it will still take time.
“Ultimately, if you make good music, people will find it. People know what they want and with this market, they will definitely find it,” Pravin himself has gone from being known for Vijay TV, to Super Singer, and then Airtel, and then labelled Singaporean. “I am glad that now I have grown past these labels, and am just Pravin Saivi,”
His heart is on the stage

At his core, Pravin identifies himself as a performer. “I have always been on stage, taking songs apart and injecting my own arrangements. And mind you, this wasn’t very well received back then! This was before covers of songs became a thing,”
“I am a musical whore, i just do anything, as long as i have the time for it!”
“It is such a surreal feeling to get calls from people who you have watched on television, saying that they want you to perform for their private events. I take on shows where I am given the VIP’s favourite songs and I have to covers of these tunes. It is a very niche job in the music industry, and I always put quality before quantity. I absolutely love it.”
He tells aspiring singers to be the best version of themselves

“I always try to be the best version of myself, and that’s what I will tell budding musicians too.
The only constant Pravin’s life has been music. He urges everyone to look for that one thing, “The one thing that you do but you lose sense of time, focus on that. And I don’t mean music, it can be anything! Know that you’re on the right step when you’ve found that, and work towards it,”
The one thing that you do but you lose sense of time, focus on that. And I don’t mean music, it can be anything!
His newest tune, Kaathaley, has just released on YouTube.
Pravin’s Valentines Day treat is Kaathaley, a beautiful tune that he wrote, composed, arranged, sung. The song features Aalaap Raju on bass and vocals as well as drum virtuoso Kumaran SS. Kaathaley also has Pravin on the nylon guitar.

“Being able to inspire and make people feel good about themselves, that’s what i live for,” You certainly do, Pravin Saivi.
Follow Pravin Saivi on Instagram here and check out his YouTube channel for some fantastic music here.
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Breast Cancer; The Symptoms And The Do’s & Don’ts

Breast cancer is the most prevalent cancer in women around the world, with about 1.7 million new cases diagnosed yearly, accounting for around 25% of all cancers in women, and currently every one out of 10 women are susceptible to breast cancer.

Statistics has proven that Breast Cancer is very prevalent among urban Indian women, and they are often diagnosed at the last stage that leads to Fatal death!

This is quite an alarming and a notable point to be taken into account due to insufficient knowledge on what is breast cancer, they perceive the symptoms as a common swell or a rash when they are evident symptoms of breast cancer shown on their breast!
Here are some possible warning signs of breast cancer-

New lump in the breast or armpit
Swelling or discoloration on part of the breast.
Inflammation or protrusion of the skin of the breast.
Redness or splotchy skin in the nipple or breast region.
Pulling in the nipple.
Nipple discharge other than breast milk, like blood.
Any change in breast shape or size.
Pain in every part of the breast.

Bear in mind that these symptoms can occur with other non-cancer conditions. However, if you ever experience any of this discomforts on your breast, immediately get yourself checked by a doctor. It’s always better to be safe than sorry!
You could also check breast cancer symptoms on your own, through this easy steps at your home-

So we may ask, how does a normal breast look like? How do we detect any abnormality?
There’s just no usual or ordinary breast. The definition on ‘what is a normal breast’ varies depending on a woman’s breast size and shape. Never make a comparison to how your breast looks to another woman’s breast.
Most women complain that their breasts feel lumpy or irregular. The way your breasts look and feel can be impacted due to Your Monthly period, breastfeeding, Having children, losing or gaining weight, and taking certain drugs.
Breasts, however, do change in shape, size and texture as you age!
At times, swellings or lumps in the breast could be due to fibrocystic breast and cysts. Fibrocystic disease causes changes in the breast that can make them feel lumpy, tender, and sore. Cysts are tiny, fluid-filled bags that can form in the breast.
Hence, if you find any unusual changes in your breast, get yourself checked immediately!
The Do’s & Don’ts To Avoid Breast Cancer-

Do not expose your breast to any sort of radiation. Refrain yourself from placing your hand phones near your breast or at any part of your body when your are sleeping cause handphones tend to emanate high level of radiation that could activate cancer cells in our body.
Do not consume processed food, especially hotdogs and mock meats! This is due to the high level of chemicals used to make it.
Avoid yourself from consuming medications that could alter or aggravate your hormones like, morning after pills, contraceptives, protein shakes with steroids’ or drugs.
Do take meticulous care on what cosmetic, lotions or shower gel you apply on your skin, DO NOT USE PRODUCTS WITH PARABENS!
Eat more vegetables that are alkaline based to help keep our body PH value in a neutral state. Consume veggies such as broccoli, beetroots, cauliflower, celery, cabbage and pumpkin.
EXERCISE REGULARLY! To stabilise your hormones and to produce more happy hormones that keeps you active and fit.
Avoid excessive drinking or smoking!

In conjunction to Breast Cancer awareness month, get yourself checked and screened at your nearest hospital or at the Breast Cancer Centres and Cancer Societies in Malaysia here-

National Cancer Society Malaysia
Breast Cancer Foundation
Breast Cancer Welfare Association Malaysia
Majlis Kanser Nasional Malaysia (MAKNA)
Cancer Research Malaysia

Pantai Hospital and Gleneagles KL are one of the most prevelant hospitals in Malaysia that are active in spreading the Breast Cancer awareness in Malaysia. Do check them out for quick updates and programmes, standing a chance to win their contests they run at their hospitals regarding Breast Cancer Awareness on their respective social media handle!
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Staccato Pays Tribute To MS Viswanathan For His 93rd Birthday

The independent band Staccato, led by Gowtham Bharadwaj, has been making waves on YouTube for the better half of a decade. In conjunction with the late MS Viswanathan’s 93rd birthday, the band released a beautiful medley of the music director’s tunes.

Not many know that MSV actually intended to become an actor, and he travelled from Pallakad to Chennai for this very reason. Music, however, chose him. Eminent composers like Illayaraaja and AR Rahman have admitted that MSV has inspired their music in many ways.
Staccato first made waves on YouTube with their tribute to K Balachander 4 years ago. The talented band is back with a few brilliant additions, and have done a medley of 3 MSV tunes – Enna Enna Vaarthaigalo, Anbulla Maanvizhiye and Andru Vanthathu.
MSV may not be with us anymore, but his music will live on for generations to come. Happy birthday, Mellisai Mannar. Thank you for this delightful tribute, Staccato.

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Vijay’s Birthday Request To His Fans Is A Little Different This Year

Actor Vijay has donated a total number of RM 728,500.50 (₹ 1.3 billion) to the Prime Minister Cares Fund, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister’s relief fund, Kerala, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, and Puducherry Chief Minister Relief Fund aid of the Covid-19 pandemic.

He also contributed RM 140,183.96 (₹ 2.5 million) to Film Employees Federation of South India (FEFSI) to upgrade the households of wage labourers.
In conjunction with Vijay’s birthday, he has requested his fans to not get into any celebrations amid the Covid-19 pandemic. He also asked fans to not come out and celebrate his birthday.
The actor said he will reveal his movie updates on his birthday, June 22nd.
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Naresh Iyer Applauds Mojo Projects For Introducing Independent Tamil Music To Malaysia

A name that needs no introduction, Naresh Iyer will be performing with the Navneeth Sundar Ensemble at Mojo Projects’ Triple Treat: A Battle of the Bands concert on Saturday, the 9th of June. He will be performing alongside carnatic rock band Agam and renowned keyboardist Stephen Devassy.
“To be honest, I am honoured to share the stage with Agam and Stephen Devassy. I have been following Agam since their inception and it is amazing to finally perform with them,” Naresh Iyer told Varnam in an interview recently.
Hailing from humble backgrounds in Mumbai, Naresh shares his foray into the music industry with us. “My mother and sister pushed me to join Super Singer by Channel V. A R Rahman was one of the judges on the show. After I was eliminated, he contacted me and asked me to sing for him,”

Naresh made it to the top 25, but did not win the show. “Things would have possibly been different if i had won the show. But it has always been a dream for me to work with A R Rahman, and I’m so grateful that we got introduced. Perhaps I was not meant to win the show for that reason!” he reminisces.
A multilingual crooner, Naresh credits his Mumbai upbringing for his exposure to all the South Indian languages that he has sung in. He has sung in Tamil, Hindi, Malayalam, Kannada and Telugu.
While he was unable to pick one favourite language to sing in, he did share with us his unyielding determination to ensure the enunciation of every word regardless of what language he’s singing in. “I always make an effort to preserve the authenticity, culture and tradition of the language. After all, the composers are trusting you with a song in their language knowing that you don’t speak it. It may not be perfect, but I always try my best to sound as authentic as possible.”

Another interesting thing we found out about this curly-haired crooner: social media doesn’t intrigue Naresh. This bubble tea lover prefers to spend time with family and friends doing activities instead of liking each other’s posts. Hiking, table tennis and cricket are a few of his favourite pastimes. “Also, I don’t want to get addicted to it. You lose out on too much!”
Naresh shares a piece of advice for the younger generation trying to break into the music scene via social media platforms. “A decade ago, social media didn’t have the pull it has today. There are too many talented people, not only musicians but in all fields who did not have the chance that we have today to reach the world with the tap of a finger. Use it wisely!”
He advises us not to overthink. “Enjoy your music, be honest to your craft, be passionate. If you have chosen this path, then put your all into it and the best will follow!”

When asked about Navneeth Sundar, Naresh reveals that they have been friends for more than a decade, and they frequently hang out, “It is so special to share the stage with a dear friend, and Navneeth is a very talented chap, I also approach him when I’m in a pickle about musical intricacies!”
Naresh leaves us with these parting words “The Malaysian market’s craving for music has really inspired us. We don’t need any more motivation than this to do our best on stage tomorrow.”
Naresh also applauds Mojo Projects for introducing the concept of independent Tamil music to the Malaysian audience. “We are very lucky to to be able to get creative and express ourselves through music to the Malaysian audience. It’s about time independent artists gain recognition they deserve!”

As we were about to leave, Naresh stops me and says, “Add this in please, it is going to be an amazing show today. We have prepared an eclectic mix of songs, both old and new and it will appeal to every generation. We are so excited to perform for you, Malaysia!”
So are we, Naresh Iyer. So are we.
Related:  Hearts of Harris 4.0: An Electrifying Concert in KL with a record of 4 sell out shows !Triple Treat: A Battle of the Bands is happening tonight at Hotel Istana Kuala Lumpur, starting 6pm.
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Balan Kashmir Spills The Beans On New Collaboration With Sheezay

Back in August, rapper and musician Balan Kashmir dropped a major announcement on his Instagram page.
The rapper, best known for his current hit single, “Start That Thiruvizha”, announced that he will be collaborating with yet another iconic rapper, none other than our Rockaboy Sheezay.
“Me and @sheezay finished a new song for release. Always wanted to have a good record with him. Type YES on the comment box if y’all want to hear it. Super thrilled to share the song with y’all. Godbless ❤,” Balan Kashmir announced on his official Instagram page.
As exciting as this collaboration sounds, there were not much details revealed, so we reached out to Balan Kashmir to see if he can spill the beans.

“It’s something that I’ve never done before, as a musician, as a rapper, it’s something I’ve never done. It’s very different from everything I’ve done in the last five or six years. I’ve worked with Psycho Unit a lot in the past, but we never really made a professional record,” Balan said.
“So me and Sheezay, we sat down together last December and discussed about this song. We were like, let’s try something different. I’ve done a lot of rap and party music, so this will be very different. Something very truthful and I also think it will be well-received by our fans. I’m definitely looking forward to this.” he added.
Well, Balan, so are we!
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Water Supply In Selangor Returns To Its Normal Phase

Air Selangor had previously announced that odor pollution identified in Sungai Semenyih will affect water disruptions in a few areas in Selangor. As of recently, 95% of the impacted areas’ water supply has been restored.
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The operations of the Sg Langat Water Treatment Plant (WTP) and Langat 2 WTP have fully resumed, and the water supply for the areas impacted by the water treatment plant outage is scheduled to entirely recover at 11 pm on 22nd December, 2021.
Two areas have totally recovered since the Cheras Batu 11 Water Treatment Plant (WTP) began operations, while the other 26 impacted areas in the Hulu Langat region are scheduled to fully recover at 10 am on 24th December, 2021.
As soon as the floods drained, the cleaning operation at Cheras Batu 11 WTP began. In addition, Air Selangor staff on the ground have discovered asset damage so that the repair and restoration procedure may begin immediately.
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Air Selangor is still supplying alternative water supply to the impacted areas through water tankers and bottled water to the affected customers and throughout the process, everyone followed social distancing and used face masks when collecting water from water tankers.
Air Selangor hopes that customers who have been given water would utilise it wisely so that the recovery effort in the other impacted regions may proceed as planned.
Customers’ patience is appreciated while Air Selangor works to guarantee that clean and safe water can be delivered as normal.
Information will be provided by Air Selangor on a regular basis via all of their official communication channels, including the Air Selangor app, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter, or by calling the Air Selangor Contact Centre at 15300.
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5 Indian Restaurants To Visit This Valentine’s Day

Who said Indian food can’t be romantic? We have concocted a list of five Indian restaurants for you to celebrate Valentines Day at. After all, who can resist canoodling over some thick mutton curry?
Aliyaa – Island Restaurant & Bar
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Okay, this isn’t Indian. But the food here is too good for anyone to resist. Easily the best Sri Lankan cuisine in town, Aliyaa has built a name for itself in the ranks of those who desire spice without compromising quality. From an array of piquant sambols to their signature lamprais to their ultimate crab curry, Aliyaa has it all. Better yet, they have beers on tap, an enviable liquor and wine list as well as delicious cocktails. Hit them up for some seriously spicy sensations this Valentines Day!
They’re also having a Jaffna Food Festival next week for all those who want an authentic take on food from the motherland.

Aliyaa Island Restaurant & Bar
Jalan Medan Setia 2, Bukit Damansara, 50490 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
03-2092 5378
Find our more about Aliyaa – Island Restaurant & Bar on their social media handle here.
Frangipaani
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A North Indian restaurant that takes its inspiration from flowers, Frangipaani is probably most known for their impeccable service and hip atmosphere. This Valentines, the good people behind the restaurant have curated a beautiful set menu for two with some eclectic choices like lobster tandoor glazed with parmesan cheese. We hear that their cocktails are to die for as well!

Frangipaani Restaurant
Mezzanine Floor, The Republik, Lot No.M.03, Jalan Medan Setia, Bukit Damansara, 50490 Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur
03-2011 0030
Check out the full Valentines menu at Frangipaani here.
Nadodi
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The mother of all Indian fine dining in Malaysia is Nadodi. Known best for their course meals which fuse South Indian and Sri Lankan cooking styles, this restaurant reinvents our traditional dishes to serve up some delectable courses. This Valentines Day, Nadodi is serving up Iberico lamb, short grain venison briyani and scallops in ginger mayo curry in their romantic 12 course menu. We are already in love.
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Nadodi
Lot 183, 1st Floor Jalan Mayang, Off, Jalan Yap Kwan Seng, Kampung Baru, 50450 Kuala Lumpur
017-296 9520
Stalk Nadodi and their various course menus here.
Kayra Authentic Kerala Cuisine
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This restaurant is located in every Malaysian Indian drinker’s favourite hangout, Bangsar. Specifically, Bangsar Village. Allow yourself to be nestled in the plush interior as you devour Kerala inspired dishes that have been cooked to perfection. With flavours that will send you and your date to another planet, Kayra doesn’t disappoint in the dessert department, clutching tightly to their South Indian flavours in every treat. What else do you and your partner need this Valentines?
Kayra Authentic Kerala Cuisine
F-8, 1, Jalan Telawi 1, Bangsar, 59100 Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur
03-2714 2932
Check out what else Kayra has to offer you lovebirds here.
Gin Rik Sha
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Sporting a menu that is made up of Indian fusion dishes, Gin Rik Sha is one of those laidback places to go this Valentines day. Nestled in Bukit Damansara, this restaurant makes for a quiet respite from the city. The cocktails here are excellent, and the food utterly delicious, thanks to the clever fusing of traditional Indian flavours with other elements. Buttermilk prawn with mantau bun anyone?
Gin Rik Sha
37, Ground Floor, Plaza Damansara, Jalan Medan Setia 1, Bukit Damansara, 50490 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
010-243 8266
Head to Gin Rik Sha’s social media here to find out more about them.
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Sarkar Faces Legal Battle Before Hitting the Screens

Sarkar might hit the screens later than expected as it is currently embroiled in a legal battle over copyrights.
In 2007, writer Varun Rajendran registered his piece, Sengol, with the South Indian Film Writers Union. He then narrated the story to SA Chandrasekhar, Vijay’s dad, but never heard from him again.
Rajendran now claims that the upcoming Illayathalapathy starrer has been plagiarized from Sengol. He has filed a complaint with the South Indian Film Writers Association. The association then investigated his claim and concluded that Sarkar and Sengol have identical story lines. As a result, Rajendran approached the Madras High Court to stall the release of the movie, until he is given due credit in the film’s title card. He is also demanding ₹30 lakh (RM170,763.00) from the filmmakers as compensation for infringing his copyright of the story. The court will hear the plea today.
Not the first time!

A R Murugadoss is no stranger to accusations of plagiarism. A similar legal battle arose in 2014, when scriptwriter Minjur Gopi filed a case stating that the Vijay starrer Kaththi was stolen from him. Gopi later withdrew his case against the director.
Sarkar was slated to be the most awaited Deepavali release this year. The film stars Vijay, Keerthy Suresh, Varalaxmi Sarathkumar and Arjun. A R Rahman will be lending his magical touch to the music compositions while Vivek will be penning the lyrics.
Will Sarkar make it to the screens as scheduled? We sure hope so.
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TikTok Removed From Google Play Store & Apple App Store in India

TikTok has been taken down from the Google Play Store and Apple App Store in India.
This comes after the government of India announces the ban on 59 Chinese apps in the country. These apps have been banned over concerns related to the threat to India’s security and society.
TikTok is no longer available to download in the country, meaning the new users can’t install it on their smartphones. However, if you have the TikTok installed on your phone, you can keep using it, for now, but if you remove it for any reason, you will not be able to get it back.
Meanwhile, TikTok has responded to the move and said, that they have been invited to meet with concerned government stakeholders for an opportunity to respond and submit clarification.

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— TikTok India (@TikTok_IN) June 30, 2020

TikTok has more than 119 million active users in India and this is not the first time the app has been banned in the country. Previously, the app was blocked over concerns about pornography content but it was relisted on Play store and App store in a few days.
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QUIZ: Which Tamil Movie Hero Is Your Ideal Boyfriend?

We all have our favorite Tamil cinema heroes. We adore their style, their looks, their devotion to the woman they love, and their heroic fights with villains. We’ve also probably pictured ourselves as heroines on screen, flipping our hair in slow-mo and rocking out the dance numbers.
Ever wondered which hero could be your ideal boyfriend? Take this quiz:

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Kanmani’s Deleted Scene Is An Eye-Opening Message For Indian Communities Worldwide

A deleted scene from Gowri Arumugam’s Kanmani music video has revealed a meaningful message which is commonly faced by women within the Indian community.
The scene where it’s all about the Hindu rite-of-passage ceremony called Valaikappu or Seemantham performed during the seventh month of a mother’s first pregnancy. During the ceremony, Gowri who plays a barren woman role was pushed aside by her relatives due to cultural norms which were imposed by our ancestors. However, Pashini’s message has served as an eye-opener to our own community, especially to such conservative elders.
In the 21st century, I personally believe that blessings and good intentions are utmost important to be incorporated in such auspicious ceremonies.  Kudos to Gowri Arumugam on being bold and getting the message across.
Watch the full deleted scene below:

A Varmman Elangkovan musical under Gowri Arumugam’s direction, Kanmani is still winning hearts among netizens. The beautiful music video has garnered 47K views with plenty of positive comments on Gowri’s YouTube channel.
Those who didn’t get a chance to watch Kanmani’s full music video, watch it here:

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Shankar Pledges RM 590k To Families Of Those Killed In ‘Indian 2’ Set Accident!

Shankar in his latest open letter has announced RM 590,000 to the families of the three technicians who died in the tragic accident on the sets of Indian 2 on February 19.
Earlier, the film’s producer Lyca Productions had announced Rs 2 crore (RM 1.6 million)  while the film’s lead actor Kamal Haasan had announced Rs 1 crore (RM 590,000) to the families.
Sharing details about how the three accident victims came to become a part of the project, Shankar writes,
“More than the feeling that I escaped by a whisker, the fact that the three died is giving me unbearable grief.”
While Krishna had joined the sets as Shankar’s assistant just a month ago, Chandran had apparently joined the film’s art department only during this schedule. Shankar also shares that he broke down when he saw production assistant Madhu’s body in the mortuary.

Dir @shankarshanmugh's touching letter reg. the #Indian2Accident and the loss of Krishna, Madhu and Chandran.Emotional and heartfelt words
He announces 1 CR relief from his side to the deceased families … pic.twitter.com/U7F9THDBZj
— Nikil Murukan (@onlynikil) February 27, 2020

Only a few days ago, Shankar had registered his grief about the mishap on social media. “Since the tragic incident, I’ve been in a state of shock & having sleepless nights on the loss of my AD & crew. Having missed the crane by a whisker, I feel it would’ve been better if it was on me,” he had tweeted.

It is with utmost grief, I’m tweeting.Since the tragic incident,I’ve been in a state of shock & having sleepless nights on the loss of my AD & crew.Having missed the crane by a whisker,I feel it would’ve been better if it was on me. Heartfelt condolences & prayers to the families
— Shankar Shanmugham (@shankarshanmugh) February 26, 2020

Previously, in his letter that was made public a few days ago, Kamal had urged the production house to ensure the implementation of all safety guidelines and institute an audit process to assess safety standards at shooting locations before commencing any shoot.
Related:  Malaysian Indian actress Sangeeta Krishnasamy attends the Cannes International Film Festival in France.We extend our deepest condolences to the affected families.
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Part 2: Exceptional Indian Bakers Who Would Leave You Salivating

In the previous article, the writer featured several creative bakers who create stunning desserts.
In this segment, we have featured a line of impressive bakers in which your eyes will be drawn to this list of bakers’ creation because they seem to take their ingenuity to a new level by creating realistic-looking objects with edible ingredients.
Cakes serve as the canvas for these artists.
Take a peek at the artist’s culinary art;
Make It Sweet – make.it.sweet_by_krysha

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Confetti N Cream – confetti_n_cream

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Nayas Cakes – nayas_homemade_cakes

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Blow my Cakes – blowmycakes

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Cake Garden – premilahbalakrishnan

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Bake With Neesha – bakewithneesha

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Malati Bakes – malatibakes

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Sundri’s Bakes & Bites – sundribakesnbites

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Without a doubt, their creativity must have left you speechless. These cake experts can brighten up your day. It’s cake day everyday!
Check out their Instagram page for more information.
Stay put for Part 3!
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Maddy & Shraddha Resume Shooting for Maara

Madhavan will resume the shooting of his upcoming film Maara along with Shraddha Srinath.
The crew of Maara began shooting in June 2018. The film was subsequently put on hold as Madhavan became busy with the production of his first directorial venture, Rocketry: The Nambi Effect. As a result of this, there was a schedule break of over a year.
In October 2019, production resumed with comedian Alexander Babu joining the cast.
Maara is a Tamil remake of Malayalam film Charlie featuring Dulquer Salmaan in the lead alongside actress Parvathy. It has confirmed that the film will be a romantic comedy.

Maara  is helmed by Dhilip Kumar, who made headlines with his famous short film Kalki. On the music front, Ghibran will be scoring the music for the film.
This is Maddy and Shraddha’s second time sharing the screen. They were last seen in Vikram Vedha together.
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Rana Daggubatti To Voice Thanos In Avengers: Infinity War

Bhallaldev is officially part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe now!
Rana Daggubati shot to fame for his portrayal of the evil king Bhallaldev in the Baahubali series. The 33-year-old has been invited to give voice to Thanos in the Telugu dubbing of Avengers: Infinity War.
Rana took to Twitter to break the exciting new to his fans:

I am Thanos!! And I have the power to rule the world @Marvel_India https://t.co/tTjMNlXdCs
— Rana Daggubati (@RanaDaggubati) March 26, 2018

 “I’ve grown up reading Marvel Comics and Marvel movies with their intricately woven storylines. Characters such as Iron Man and Captain America have been my favourites. So dubbing for Avengers: Infinity War was thrilling. Voicing for Thanos, a villain so powerful that some of the biggest superheroes have a tough time dealing with, was an exciting experience.” The News Minute quoted him as saying.
Avengers: Infinity War will be releasing in India in multiple languages; English, Hindi, Tamil and Telugu.
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Ponniyin Selvan – 1 Review: The Magnum Opus By Mani Ratnam Was A Phenomenal Masterpiece

Readers Alert!! This review includes major spoilers, so skip it if you haven’t watched PS-1 yet.
Ponniyin Selvan – 1, the resurgence of the Chola Dynasty was perfectly delivered without a flinch by the extraordinary director, Mani Ratnam. It is just awe-striking to just digest the fact that this man compressed 2000 pages novel into two parts.
The most-anticipated Pan-India movie that the entire audience was waiting for hits the theatres on 30th September, made it a huge blockbuster hit!

Every character in this film was adapted from the novel, and they have played their role perfectly to the point that we can’t take our eyes off the frame. We literally can witness on the big screen how every actor is trying to deliver their brilliant performance, eventually enhancing the film to another level.
The conflict between Cholas and Pandyas dynasties revealed how dedicated and committed they are to living up to the character written by Kalki. We need to shower Mani Ratnam with ton of praises for choosing the star-studded casts for all the characters for this epic film. Everyone lives up to all the expectations.
Set in the 11th century of the Chola empire, the movie starts in a bloody warzone, portraying Aditha Karikalan (Vikram) and his troops fighting a battle against Rashtrakutas. While celebrating the victory after winning the battle; Aditha assigned his trusty best friend Vallavarayan Vanthiyathevan (Karthi) to convey a message to his bedridden father, who is also the King of the Chola dynasty, Sundara Chola.

That’s where the story begins to unravel one by one~
The brave, adventurous, and sarcastic warrior prince – Vanthiyathevan (Karthi), is the cast who will introduce various characters in this film. Karthi steals the show brilliantly with his remarkable acting skills. An additional point is where we can see how he mastered the art of flirtation throughout the first half. Karthi did not just act but he lived as Vanthiyathevan for this film.
On the majestic journey heading to the King’s palace, Karthi met Azhwarkadiyan Nambi (Jayaram), and this duo delivered some comical scenes together.
The confrontation between Kundavai and Nanthini was one of the goosebumps moments that can be witnessed in PS-1. The face-off scene along with ARR’s spectacular BGM enriches the scene. (It is simply a flabbergasting moment).
Next would be Ponniyin Selvan, the HERO of the novel; Arulmozhi Varnam (Jayam Ravi) entered magnificently from the ship which was heading to Ilangai. In the second half, Jayam Ravi oozes the compassionate ethos of a sensible, rational, and caring prince. Needless to say, Jayam Ravi is a perfect fit to be called Ponniyin Selvan. That’s how excellent his performance was.
Reaching the climax of Part 1, it ceases with a staggering thrilling moment where Arulmozhi heroically dives into a storm-filled sea with gigantic waves to save Karthi after the Pandyas mistakenly capture him rivets the audience’s attention and has everyone sitting on the edge of their seats biting their nails. The entire sequence was so dramatic that made audience to not blink for even a brief moment.

With other intense political dramas going on, on the other hand, Mani Ratnam marvellously demonstrates the never-ending pain of love of Aditha Karikalan. The misery and sorrow of Karikalan were superbly contrived through the Chola Chola song, and as usual, Vikram delivered a fantastic performance, slaying every frame.
Related:  D Imman: Reminiscing His 21 Years of Musical Journey In The Film IndustryThe Women in PS-1 are Indeed Show Stealers!
When it comes to his selection and characterization of women, Mani Ratnam is a Picasso. Even after 50 years, the ladies in PS-1 will be lauded and revered. We can’t help but fall in love with all the ladies.

Nanthini (Aishwarya Rai Bachan)
Hailed as the epitome of breathtaking beauty, Aishwarya Rai Bachan as Nanthini captivated every audience’s heart and eyes with her extraordinary acting. Even her lip sync was almost perfect and we can’t tell her that she’s not a native Tamil speaker. Apart from her captivating visuals, Aishwarya Rai’s performance were impressive. Every frame of her in the entire film was like an art.
Kundhavai (Trisha)
Trisha as Kundhavai, who acted as an ambitious and smart princess presented her first-class acting in PS-1. Unquestionably, Kundhavai is one of the finest characters that she roped to date. The way she walks, speaks and portrays Kundhavai tally with the novel to perfection. To those who doubt if Trisha can pull off Kundhavai’s character, you know what watch this movie first and you will change your thoughts.
Poonguzhali (Aishwarya Lekshmi)
Poonguzhali may not win the heart of her crush (Arulmozhi Varman) but she successfully captures hundred of hearts with her graceful and charming act. It is difficult to say whether Lekshmi, who plays the courageous fearless young woman, has justified her role or not, but her appealing performances nibble it away.
Vaanathi (Shobhita Dhulipala)
Even though Vaanathi’s character has a brief screen time, she did her very best scoring with her exquisite acting. Let’s see what Vaanathi will serve in PS-2 next year.
Mani Ratnam’s direction is prime in PS-1. The screenplay and cinematic staging were amazing. Next, the fighting scenes and warzone battle which was visualised realistically in the movie. In every scene, we felt the peculiar touch of Mani Ratnam. (Thank you for transforming the spellbinding novel into live-action)
Apart from great storytelling, direction and remarkable performances from every artist, another element that kept the audience hooked to the big screen was AR Rahman’s mind-blowing music. ARR enchanting BGM is the major significant feature that even magnifies the film one step higher.

From the start till the end, we can witness Mani Ratnam and his team’s prowess in assembling their best works to create this epic historical flick.
If you’re looking for something that amplifies beyond-belief scenes, then PS-1 is not for you.
One thing that everyone should know, PS-1 is not a film that showcases extravagant or exaggerated elements.
Remember, PS-1 is thoroughly an inch-perfect adaptation of a literate novel, a historical fiction. Don’t build your expectations on what other movies portray. Enjoy the film without any anticipation. PS-1 will undoubtedly leave you stunned, perhaps with a dash of snoopy curiosity. (PS-1 was such a cliffhanger)

If I had to sum up PS-1, it’s indeed a remarkable feat by Mani Ratnam.

Well, be prepared for Ponniyin Selvan – Part 2 and see how Mani Ratnam is about to wrap the whole novel. Is it going to be more magnificent and intriguing than PS-1, let’s wait and see…The Resurgence of Golden Era.
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‘Thuralaai’; A Mellifluous Song To Reconnect Our Love-Nerves

Recently, on the 15th of last month, Dream Infinite released a lyrical video ‘Thuralaai.’ Loganderan and Thivyah Vegan John are the voices behind the song.
Loganderan is a young artist who not only sings, but is interested in beat-mix, as his work on his social media handle has been exhibited.
Thivyah Vegan is not only a singer but also a news reader at Raaga Malaysia, Malaysia’s favourite Tamil radio station. We can conclude that she is a very talented singer from what we have gathered on her social media posts.
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This catchy tune was written by Benjamin and composed by Kobby, an up-and-coming music composer. The lyrics are simply sweet and pleasant. Love birds will be able to relate to this song.
Since its debut, the song has received a lot of positive feedback and love from their fans. “A person who feels appreciated will always do more than what is expected,” goes the saying. Hence, the team getting such high accolades will be motivated to do even better.
Have you watched the lyrical video for the song ‘Thuralaai’ yet?
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Buggimaan’s New Track ‘Saami’ Will Pilot You Through A Heart-Fluttering Ride

Slow-tempo, melody honcho Buggimaan is back again with a soul-stirring exquisite track. Even with just one listen, this melodious track will make you grin from ear to ear.
Solely themed based on a fishermen’s lifestyle entailing the seaside, this song titled ‘Saami’ which started with a comical skit will walk you through a beautiful yet cute relationship between two lovers chaperoned by their friends.
Buggimaan’s inducing voice will drive you into a sweet-tingling trail throughout the whole scene. This Pidivaatham track fame has one kind of uniqueness where he can capture the heart of listeners with his crisp voice which adds an eccentric feel to the song and he did it again in this latest track.
This euphonious soul-stirring track was penned exquisitely by Buggimaan along with Divyabharath Ravi.
Image credit: Buggimaan Instagram
“I keep playing this track on loop solely for the phrase, ~Siripaley sethenjenne, un parvaiyale naan karanjeney~ It has this mystical essence that is inexpressible, you can only feel it.” (The writer quoted)
Apart from that, this is a fantastically produced track. (You’ll agree with me once you listen to this song) Composed and produced by Buggimaan and Music Kitchen respectively, this composition will pilot you on a slow-paced heart-fluttering ride.
Besides, a massive shoutout to Music Kitchen who has been steadfast in delivering back-to-back hit compositions. Dev G on flute, with the chimes of penetrating sound, is also another key element that will keep you hooked to this track.
Apart from the great musical production, the direction team DRJ Infinity also deserves a standing ovation for capturing and delivering great visuals throughout this almost 6-min video. Next, the cast of this MV,  Dharshiny Rajoo, Afro RK, Kuhen Jay, Sonia, Mathi and the man himself, Buggimaan have done a great job by portraying their character very well.

“To the ones who are trying to grab your crush’s attention or wants to impress your girlfriend, then this track is indeed the right choice.”

The listeners flocked in with praises for this track upon its release.
Image credit: Buggimaan Youtube Channel
This enthralling music video was released on Buggimaan’s Youtube channel, check it out:

https://youtu.be/Ym-FvuRAfxMVideo can’t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: Saami | Buggimaan | Music Kitchen | Vocagenie Music (https://youtu.be/Ym-FvuRAfxM)

Huge applause for the great effort taken by the entire team in producing this lovely music video:
Composed by Buggimaan
Music Produced by Music Kitchen
Additional Music by Pon Venthan
Music Arrangement by Buggimaan & Music Kitchen
Lyrics by Buggimaan & Divyabharath Ravi
Vocals by Buggimaan @Vocagenie Studio, Malaysia
Recorded By Boy Radge @Abraham Records & Aasaami @Madrush Records
Dubbing & Foley by Pon Venthan
Flute by Dev DJB Records
Mixed by Boy Radge @Abraham Records, Malaysia
Mastered by Ramji Soma Unique Studios LLP (Chennai)
Mastered for Itunes by Ramji Soma Unique Studios LLP (Chennai)
Screenplay & Story by Buggimaan
Directed & DOP by Devaraj @DRJ INFINITY
Asst.Directors Kumuthan Govind & AFRO RK
Production Manager Navink
Edit & Color by Ramji (Chennai)
Makeup & Wardrobe By Mathi
Post Production by Kensmen Film Squad
Executive Producer Kanaghaa @Beardman Records
Starcast: Buggimaan, Dharshiny Rajoo, Afro RK, Kuhen Jay, Sonia, Mathi
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Director of ‘3 Idiots’, Rajkumar Hirani, Is Head Jury At The 3rd Malaysia Golden Global Awards 2019

The Malaysia International Film Festival (MIFFest) is a public exhibition that showcases films in Malaysia and also presents the 3rd Malaysian Golden Global Awards (MGGA) to celebrate filmmakers from across the globe.

Rajkumar Hirani, one of the most influential Indian-filmmaker, has been named jury president of the 3rd Malaysia Golden Global Awards 2019. He is regarded as one of the most acclaimed and successful filmmakers in the history of Indian cinema. Known for films such as “Sanju”, “3 Idiots” and “PK”, Rajkumar’s work has been met with many award nominations and he has bagged a total of 11 Filmfare Awards!
Rajkumar Hirani and Ranbir Kapoor on the sets of Sanju
Rajkumar will lead an impressive jury panel for this year including the acclaimed Korean cinematographer, Kim Hyung Koo (“Memories of Murder”), Hong Kong actress, Cecilia Yip (“This Thing Called Love”), Indonesian film director, Joko Anwar (“Satan’s Slaves”) and Malaysian film director, Ho Yuhang (“Mrs. K”).

The film festival will be organizing a ‘Juries Forum’ targeting young and aspiring filmmakers and filming students. MIFFest also introduced a short film competition judged by director Nam Ron (“Crossroads: One Two Jaga”), filmmaker Liew Seng Tat (“Flower In The Pocket”) and actress Sharifah Amani (“Slit Eyes: Sepet”).
Bront Palarae and Sinje Lee as MIFFest 2019 ambassadors
 MIFFest is scheduled to be held from 14 to 19 July and the 3rd Malaysia Golden Global Awards 2019 is set on 20 July. The film festival has appointed Bront Palarae and Sinje Lee as its ambassadors. This year, Malaysia International Film Festival and Malaysia Golden Global Awards unveils ‘Humanity’ as the main campaign theme and key message.
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Adai Mazhai Kaalam; A Feel-Good Film by Karthik Shaamalan Refined By The Wizardry of Shameshan’s Euphonious Musicality

Worth the wait?
The highly anticipated Malaysian Tamil film, Adai Mazhai Kaalam has graced the big screen officially yesterday – 26th  January 2023. Helmed and written by the ace filmmaker, Karthik Shaamalan, this film has already set a considerable benchmark even before its release and has been receiving tonnes of positive feedback from the audience.

Adai Mazhai Kaalam is a beautiful fantasy life story that revolves around a tale of a young man and the journey of love in his life to understand the meaning of eternal love and its purp. It was a lovey-dovey emotional ride film.
Karthick Shamalan has once again crafted a good movie. In this film, he beautifully blended both comical and emotional sequences.
The lead actor, Loga Varman Strideran as Suriyan have sealed the entire audience’s attention with his remarkably impressive performance. The highlight of his acting in this film was definitely the emotional sequences. It is challenging to elicit strong emotions but Loga nailed it. Thia Lakshana playing the role of Chandra kept a substantial screen presence throughout this film as well.
Apart from the lead, other supporting actors like Jay Kishen, Vicky Rao, Sasitharan Rajoo, and Emcee Ruvela have channelled their brilliant performances enhancing the quality of this film. Special mention to Jay Kishen a.k.a. Batman, the comical-humorous elements that he presented in this film is impressive.
Fun Fact: The legendary Padmashree Hariharan and Indian playback popstar singer, Benny Dayal have rendered their mellifluous voice to our local Tamil Malaysian movie. Click HERE to read.
Shameshan creates MAGIC again.
His musical element in AMK is undeniably one of the reasons that has been a major refining factor for this film, elevating gracefully the emotions that the director and the actors want to convey. The soulful-heart melting background score makes the audience thoroughly delve into the feel and get connected. He hit the score well for the second half. (Big kudos to you)
Trust me, even after the movie ends, Padmashree Hariharan‘s song -(Ittana Tham) will be lingering in your mind for a while.
Next, most of us have wondered how Orey Lovvu song is going to be portrayed as this is a mashup song that compiles Tamil hit verses. Oh well, this duo, Karthick  Shaamalan and Shameshan perfectly pictured this song.
To sum up; Adai Mazhai Kaalam is a heartwarming film that will leave you with a profound thought towards the end.
Alert: Prepare tissues ahead before heading into the cinema hall.
“Seize the moment”
“Seize the ticket now”
Poketplay Films, the Malaysian distributor of Adai Mazhai Kaalam, took to social media to announce the cinema listing to fellow Malaysians. The romantic fantasy film is now screening nationwide
Check the list of cinemas below:
IMAGE CREDIT: POKETPLAY (INSTAGRAM)
Does Adai Mazhai Kaalam live up to all the expectations? Go watch the movie on the big screen and share with us your thoughts.
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Balan Kashmir Announces New Single With Rockaboy Sheezay

Fresh from the success of his silver screen debut in Vedigundu Pasangge, Balan Kashmir has another exciting news for all his fans.
The rapper, best known for his current hit single, “Start That Thiruvizha”, will be collaborating with yet another iconic rapper, Sheezay. Sheezay is best known for his intense and aggressive vocals, as evident in his current masterpiece, “Saage Poren”.
“Me and @sheezay finished a new song for release. Always wanted to have a good record with him. Type YES on the comment box if y’all want to hear it. Super thrilled to share the song with y’all. Godbless ❤,” Balan Kashmir announced on his official Instagram page.

This collaboration sounds SO EXCITING! We can’t wait to listen to the song :D
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Thaman To Compose For Vijay’s Next Project!

Thaman has confirmed that he’s officially on board Vijay’s next project, tentatively titled Thalapathy 65. Thaman is reportedly thrilled to be collaborating with Vijay.

Thalapathy 65 doesn’t have a director just yet, but reports suggest both Sudha Kongara and AR Murugadoss have been in talks.
Meanwhile, Vijay currently awaits the release of his forthcoming Tamil film, Master, which was due for release in April. However, due to Covid-19, the film’s release will not be until July. However, there are speculations that the movie might see a digital release.
News credit: The Hindustan Times
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Pictures From Arya & Sayyeshaa’s Nikah

Arya and Sayyeshaa’s nikah saw actors Karthi, Surya, Telugu actor Allu Arjun and Ameer in attendance for the nikah ceremony in Hydrabad.

All images are credits of Instagram
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WATCH: The Upcoming Leon James Musical, Oh My Kadavule

Music director Leon James has composed the music for the upcoming Valentines Day film, Oh My Kadavule. This romatic comedy is written and directed by newbie Ashwath Marimuthu. This movie features Ashok Selvan and Ritika Singh in the lead roles.
The project was announced by newcomer Ashwath Marimuthu as his debut directorial venture. Vani Bhojan made her feature film acting debut through this project. Better yet,  Makkal Selvan Vijay Sethupati and Gautham Vasudev Menon were roped in to play an extended cameo role.
The film is scheduled to have its theatrical release on 14 February 2020.
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Mahat and Aishwarya Dutta To Star In Upcoming Movie

The two most despised contestants on Bigg Boss Tamil 2 are teaming up to do a film together. Mahat Ragavendra and Aishwarya Dutta will be the lead actors in an upcoming Tamil romantic comedy directed by debutante Prabu Ram C.
The filmmakers are Varunalaya Cine Creations, and shooting begins in December. Mahat will be seen as a young man from North Madras while Aiswarya will play the rich lady he has fallen for. An original story indeed.

Mahat was portrayed to be pure evil while he was in the Bigg Boss house, but it looks like it has worked for him. The actor has signed on three films as the lead actor, one of which is a supporting role alongside his friend, Simbu. The movie entitled Vandha Rajavathaan Varuven is directed by Sundar C.
Aishwarya’s first Tamil movie was Tamilukku Yen Ondrai Azhuthavum back in 2015. Since then, she has acted in a handful of mediocre movies. She rose to fame on Bigg Boss Tamil 2, being one of the most controversial contestants on the show. We wonder if Aishwarya will be reprising her role as the immature, troubled youngster we watched in the Bigg Boss house.
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5 Ways To Express Sincere Love While Treasuring The One You Care Most About!

The ones we’re closest to generally realise how we feel about them, but that doesn’t imply they don’t need or deserve to be shown love and care every once in a while. Sadly, getting comfortable in a partnership of any kind can mean not always trying to do that regularly.

Nonetheless, there is something worth prioritising for both friends, family, and significant others who are specially termed as our ‘loved ones’. And, if you’re not an inherently expressive person and prefer to keep your love and affection hidden, you have not much of a choice but try to be imaginative on how to articulate yourself well to the one you love. Hence, these five suggestions may help you in demonstrating endearment to another.
Spend your precious time with them
Time and tide waits for no man. Yes, we are all busy folks, juggling life with daily challenges is no easy task. When the sun sets, most of us are burnout. But, when your life consists of the people you love, spending some time with them is of equal and great importance. So take some precious time to have a meal together, communicate with each other or even spend some time watching your favourite show on TV or NETFLIX for that matter.
Express your feelings to them by using their language of love
Have you heard of the book “The Five Languages of Love?” Try getting your hands on the book and it could help you in becoming a game-changer in maintaining and strengthening your relationships. The book discusses on the importance of learning the language of love between you and the other person.
The book details about love. So what’s the expression of love?
It’s how you give and receive love as an individual. There are five languages of love according to the book: expressions of praise, quality time, presents, acts of support, and physical contact. A worthwhile book to invest in!
Go for a walk together
If you have a dog, you can always tag it along, which is a bonus. Choose a road or path in your neighbourhood and, if you may, make it a weekly routine. Taking walks with your loved one can help you both form a deeper relationship. Walking not only helps you maintain good health and that of your dog too, but also allows you to spend some quality time with the person you care about. And while you’re at it, don’t forget to sit down at a nearby park and extend that bonding time.
Little moments of affection
Even if you or your companion or loved one may not give or accept warmth through physical contact, brief moments of intimacy may have a great effect. Holding hands while going on a stroll or giving a massage, these tiny moments add up. I know, we’re all human, so often a spontaneous act of love (in public or at home, wherever else you are) goes a long way.
Simple but valuable presents and gifts
It’s just a simple way to let them know that you’re thinking about them and that you’re sending your love. Action often speaks louder than words. Words are mere, but showing love can do wonders. Send a card to your loved one. The one on the receiving end will be certainly touched by your act. A personal note in the card goes a long way for one to maintain a healthy relationship.
How do you show the ones you care for that you value them? I think every partnership (friendship or otherwise) has its special features and creative ways to maintain the spark. Hopefully this article is of great help to you. The points above can be used as a guide, however, it could always be improvised with your own ideas on ways to show love.
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CMCO To Be Imposed At Seremban; Effective From November 5th 2020

Malaysia, being runned down by the third wave of the Covid-19 Pandemic is currently under a deep crisis in resurfacing from the massive outbreak that has overhelmed the entire country with over 33, 339 positive cases and 251 deaths.
The Covid updates for today are as follows;
Seremban Is Imposed With CMCO, Effective From November 5th 2020
Beginning November 5th 2020, a two-week Conditional Movement Control Order (CMCO) will be enforced in the Seremban district in Negeri Sembilan.
Senior Minister (Security Cluster) Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob announced that;
“After receiving advice from the MoH and receiving information about the Covid-19 situation in the Seremban district, the NSC has agreed to impose the CMCO in the district from Nov 5 to 18, 2020 which will cover nine subdistricts,”
Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob, Senior Minister (Defense Cluster), stated that the move was made following advice from the Ministry of Health ( MOH), which was addressed in a special meeting with the National Security Council.
2 Staffs From Parliament Confirmed With Covid Positive
During tests conducted in Parliament last Wednesday and Friday, a media staff and an assistant to a senator were found to be COVID-19 positive, according to Parliament Chief Administrator Datuk Kamis Samin said today.
“Shortly after the test results were collected, the required follow-up action was taken by the Ministry of Health ( MOH),” he said while commenting on news reports yesterday about COVID-19 being found positive by some individuals on duty in Parliament.
The swab tests, performed by MOH prior to yesterday ‘s latest Dewan Rakyat session, included all of Parliament’s officers and employees, including auxiliary police, official media staff, and Members of Parliament.
6 Members From The Royal Selangor Gold Club Are Covid-19 Positive
Royal Selangor Golf Club, Jalan Tun Razak, Kuala Lumpur has just announced that 6 positive case has been reported there, with five members of the club and one employee.
The club stated that the new cases tested positive and was admitted to hospital for further care. The club is already undergoing sanitisation and will remain closed until further notice.
Staff At Maybank, Petaling Jaya, Sea Park, Selangor Tests Positive COVID-19
Maybank ‘s Sea Park branch reported in a circular yesterday that an employee had come into close contact with an Person Under Investigation (PUI) for Covid-19.
As such, from Nov 2 until further notice, the branch is closed immediately for deep cleaning and sanitisation with immediate effect. The circular suggested daily clients to use the online banking system or visit the nearby SS2 or Jalan 222 branches.
8 KPJ Penang Staffs Test Confirm COVID-19 Positive
Eight front lines of the KPJ Specialist Hospital in Penang tested positive for Covid-19.
New Straits Times (NST)
The hospital said in a statement today that on Oct 31, an inpatient was reported as Covid-19 positive and the staffs may have possibly contracted due to that.
KPJ Penang performed the examination and the patient was referred for treatment to a government health facility.
COVID-19 Situation In Sabah Is Well Controlled
The Ministry of Health ( MOH) is well prepared to deal with the third wave of the COVID-19 pandemic, which seems to be more complex and difficult.

Health Director-General Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah said that, in addition to multiple claims on the deteriorated reports in Sabah pertaining to COVID-19 with shortages on hospital beds and personal protective equipment ( PPE), are actually all untrue.
Besides that, in an innitiative in mobilising staff and resources in advance, the government has approved RM25 million in emergency procurement, of which RM18 million is for EPP and another RM7 million is to be allocated to hospitals in each districts of Sabah.
EMCO Ends For Few Prisons In Malaysia
Yesterday, the Enhanced Movement Control Order (EMCO) imposed at several prisons nationwide was lifted, according to Datuk Seri Datuk Seri Zulkifli Omar, Director-General of the Prisons Department.
The prisons lifted of from the EMCO inniative are Tapah Prison, Taiping Prison, Kamunting Correctional Centre, Sungai Buloh Remand Prison, Kajang Prison, Puncak Alam Correctional Centre, Kajang Women’s Prison, Sungai Petani Prison and Perlis Correctional Centre.
In accordance with the Ministry of Health ( MoH), the Prisons Department performed 63,730 screenings on prisoners, staff and family members systematically between Sept 1 till Nov 2.
Reports state that implementation of quarantine and lockdown measures against prisoners as well as inmates, resulted in the Covid-19 outbreak in the prisons to be contained  and be under control.
The prisoners, employees, their families and those who may have contracted the coronavirus  positive cases will be confined to strict quarantine, in addition to adhering to strict SOPs set by the Ministry of Health (MOH).
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Gangs of Madras Teaser – Sex, Drugs And Some Serious Gore

Sex, drugs, intense fights and lots of blood. The teaser for the upcoming gangster flick, Gangs of Madras, was released by Dhanush earlier this week. The film is written, directed and produced by C. V. Kumar. The acclaimed producer has worked on films like Attakathi, Pizza and Soodhu Kavvum.
Sai Priyanka Ruth and Daniel Balaji are the headliners of Gangs of Madras, while Ashok,  Velu Prabhakaran, Aadukalam Naren, Baghavathy Perumal, and director Ramadoss play supporting roles. Sai Priyanka is said to be playing the part of a gang leader in the film.
Santhosh Narayanan is supervising the music of the film, with Hari Dafusia composing the tunes, and Shyamalangan handling the soundtrack of the film.
Will Gangs of Madras reach the heights of the best film of 2018 (that also happened to be a gangster flick), Vada Chennai?

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Actress Alia Bhatt Expressed Her Gratitude On The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences!

Alia Bhatt and Hrithik Roshan are among the 819 artists who have received an invitation from the academy. Earlier this week, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced 819 artists and executives to vote for the Oscars that will be held on April 25th, 2021.

The 27- years old girl, thanked The Academy for extending the invitation to her and pens down thank you note on her Instagram. She has expressed her opinions on how Indian movies being recognized and reached the audience all over the world.

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On the work front, Alia Bhatt will be seen in her father Mahesh Bhatt’s sequel film Sadak 2. The film also stars Aditya Roy Kapur, Sanjay Dutt, Pooja Bhatt, Jisshu Sengupta and Gulshan Grover, the film will stream on Disney Plus Hotstar.
Keep up with Alia on Instagram here.
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