Vijay Sethupathi And Amala Paul Team Up For #VSP33

Oh what a pair they will make!

Makkal Selvan Vijay Sethupathi is has already began prepping for his next film, VSP33. The film will be produced by Esakki Durai in Chandaraa Arts and under debut director Venkata Roganth Krishna. Amala Paul will be playing the female lead opposite Vijay Sethupathi and the pair is said to play the roles of music composers.

Shooting for the film will commence in the near future and will take place mainly in Palani and Ooty. Nivas Prasanna will be creating the musical score for this film. The film is set against the backdrop of Christmas and New Year celebrations.

Currently, Vijay Sethupathi is preparing for the release of his next big film Sindhubaadh and Amala Paul is filming ‘Cadaver’, in which she is debuting as a producer, and ‘Aadai’.
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8 Nostalgic Dr Burn Tracks We Absolutely Adore

If there was ever a list of Malaysian Indians who make us beam with pride, music producer-rapper Dr Burn will certainly be on it. A name that needs zero introduction among Tamil music fans around the world, Dr Burn has carved a clever niche for himself through his music.
Armed with his Malaysian patriotism and a passion for the Tamil language, this legend has been keeping many of us company for decades, up until now, as we wonder how much longer we will be stuck indoors.
We take a walk down memory lane, and recall a few of Dr Burn’s tracks that we absolutely adore.
Oh Nenje

People might not remember the Tamil film Sivi, but we Malaysians certainly do. It was Dr Burn’s first solo foray into the world of Indian films. And we actually got to watch him in the song! Today, 13 years later, many of us still remember the first time we saw Dr Burn appear in the song, the pride we felt was something else.
Thunda Clap

This song is sure to evoke some long forgotten memories. Thunda Clap was off Dr Burn’s 2008 album, Zurazamharam.
Thamilachi

Anyone listening to this song for the first time would be able to discern Dr Burn’s voice from the very first rap hook. Those of us who loved this tune back then probably love it even more now, especially the bridge!
Kannale

Composed and written by Dr Burn, Kannale is sung by Gayathri Vadivel. Dr Burn, however,  makes an appearance with a rap hook that hits us right in the feels.
Paadagan

Somehow, the tune Paadagan didn’t reach the heights it should have when it was released back in 2013. Watching the video again however, gave us massive goosebumps. Ganesan Manohgaran sings this composition of Dr Burn’s and the latter makes an appearance in the second half of the song. The vibes of Paadagan are just electric and this certainly needs to go viral again!
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Okay, we admit, Azhagana Nyayiru isn’t an old song. It was released less than a year ago for the Malaysian film Metro Maalai. But this song seems to have a special hold over us. We’re not sure if it is the lyrics, the guitar or Dr Burn’s voice, that gives this simple tune so much life. So much life.
Appalam

Probably one of Dr Burn’s more peppy songs, Appalam comes from the 2011 movie of the same name. It was ground breaking. A Malaysian Tamil movie directed by Adflin Shauki, a film that transcended language, a brilliant storyline, and such good music!

Naduvan

Any list of Dr Burn’s music is incomplete without the tune Naduvan. This fantastic song coupled with the video clip that is out of this world is something that nobody expected from Sollisai Thalaivan. Renowned sitarist Samuel J Dass shares his gift of music with us in this tune too.
In case you missed it, Dr Burn has quite a few projects up his sleeve. He has launched his own record label, Sollisai Records, under which he has signed on 5 artists. Apart from that, he is also currently working with Indian music producer Yuvan Shankar Raaja on a double disc album, featuring international Tamil hip hop artists.
We Sollisai fans are eagerly awaiting updates from Dr Burn on his upcoming projects. But by now, we know how he works. He pours his heart into something, gives it his all, and when he thinks we are ready, he shares it with the world.
Dr Burn, you are the Sollisai Thalaivan we don’t deserve. Thank you for the mind blowing tracks.
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Malaysia Hindu Sangam Submits Strict SOP on Reopening of Hindu Temples

A new normal will be adopted at the Hindu temples as The Malaysia Hindu Sangam (MHS) has submitted a set of guidelines and Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) to the National Security Council (NSC) to get their views on reopening temples.

MHS president Datuk RS Mohan Shan said the SOP prioritised the safety of devotees during their temple visits and was done in accordance with advice from the Health Ministry. Devotees are required to wear face masks, wash their hands and temples are to provide hand sanitisers for devotees before entering the premises. All temple staff and devotees will be required to have their temperatures taken.
There would be floor markings for devotees to maintain social distancing during prayers, limited number of people inside the premises depending on the compound size, separate entrance and exit, while devotees will have to also provide their full details for record.
Mohan said the MHS had submitted the proposal to the NSC last week and it will be reviewed by a committee before a decision is taken.
The government wil be announcing the SOPs for mosques, churches and temples soon, according to Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin.
News Credit: NST Malaysia
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Kamal Hassan To Release Darbar Motion Poster Tomorrow

Kamal Hassan will release Rajinikanth’s Darbar motion poster on the 7th of November at 5.30pm IST. The announcement was made by Lyca Productions, the production house that is backing Darbar.
Darbar is set to release on the 15th of January 2020, in conjunction with Ponggal. The film is an action thriller and is written and directed by AR Murugadoss.
Darbar will see Rajinikanth opposite Nayanthara again, after Chandramukhi, released 15 years ago. Since the horror flick, the duo have only made two brief on screen appearances together. The first being in Sivaji‘s Balleilakka song, and the other – cameo appearances on Kuselan.
Sunil Shetty will be joining the lead cast, along with Nivetha Thomas, Yogi Babu, Thambi Ramaiya, Sriman and Prateik Babbar. Anirudh has composed the music for the film.
Interestingly, the production company announced that Kamal Hassan will be releasing the Tamil and Telugu motion posters, Mohanlal will release the Malayalam motion poster, and Salman Khan will release the Hindi motion poster simultaneously.

Proud to announce our “Ulaganayagan” Padmabhushan @ikamalhaasan ? will reveal the TAMIL & TELUGU version of #DarbarMotionPoster tomorrow, Nov 7th at 5:30 PM#Darbar @rajinikanth @ARMurugadoss @anirudhofficial #DarbarThiruvizha #DarbarPongal pic.twitter.com/GSrGfojAM0
— Lyca Productions (@LycaProductions) November 6, 2019
Stay tuned to Varnam for the latest news on Thalaivar’s Darbar!
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Andrea Talks About Her Depression; Raw And Honest!

Andrea Jeremiah, who recently said that she took a break from acting because of mental depression has now mentioned that she got into the state due to a love affair.

She said that what led her to depression was a love affair she had with a married man. She added that it was not a very healthy one and she suffered abuse in the relationship, which led to depression.
The actress took Ayurveda treatment to come out of it and has been on treatment for the past few months. Earlier, she had even mentioned the kind of treatment she underwent in her social media post.
Andrea was last seen in Vetrimaaran’s Vada Chennai starring Dhanush in the lead. Her role as Chandra had won her positive reviews.Now that the actress has completed the treatment, fans are waiting for her to come back with more vigor.
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WATCH: 3 Incredible Rajinikanth Musical Tributes

We are still riding high on the fever of Thalaivar’s birthday, as you can see. Here are three incredible musical tributes to Rajinikanth that you NEED to watch.
Want to be RAJINIFIED? A capella by Sathyaprakash, Pravin Saivi, Shenbagaraj & Bmac
This a capella rendition of Thalaivar film soundtracks go back to our favourite film, Muthu, up to his latest, Petta. Tamil a capella wizard Pravin Saivi conducted, mixed and rearranged this medley of tunes, and needless to say, it is perfection itself.
Sathyaprakash, Shenbagaraj and Pravin himself harmonise to the tunes, their voices always in sync, while rapper Bmac Mastamind beatboxes his love for Thalaivar. This is one of those YouTube clips that you’ll watch years from now, and feel all warm and fuzzy inside thanks to the brilliant minds behind it.

A Musical Tribute To Rajinikanth – Haricharan & Shweta Mohan
Haricharan, Shweta Mohan and keyboardist Sham Benjamin give us a beautiful medley of Rajinikanth tunes. This five year old clip still lilts us today, and that is the embodiment of what Rajini stands for.
The trio performed is a casual jamming-style unplugged set consisting of 6 songs from Thalaivar’s 1977 film Bhuvana oru Kelvikuri all the way to the 2014 Koochadaiyaan. Another evergreen YouTube video, courtesy of Haricharan, Shweta and Sham.

Superstar Rajinikanth – An IndoSoul Tribute
Instrumental carnatic fusion band Indosoul rocked their performance in Kuala Lumpur recently with their medley of Thalaivar songs accompanied by some spectacular visuals. Now, us Rajini fans can rejoice, as Indosoul has released a YouTube version of this performance.
Related:  “HIGH ON U1” Is Happening On 15th July 2023 At Axiata Arena, Will Be Different From The Previous OneThe always smiling front runner of the band, Karthick Iyer dazzles us on the violin as Vikram Vivekanand, Sumesh Narayanan, Ramkumar Kanakarajan, Reshwin Nishith and Siddharth Kumar transport us to the days of Baasha and Arunachalam. We journey with Thalaivar in front of us and Indosoul by our side, with every beat in synchrony with our heart.
How did you do this Indosoul? How did you make us fall even more in love with Rajinikanth? And more importantly, when is this tune out on Spotify?

Happy birthday, Rajinikanth. We love you.
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5 Perumal Temples To Visit This Purattasi!

Purattasi is the month that is very special and auspicious to Lord Vishnu. It usually falls on mid-Sep and goes on till mid-Oct. The entire duration of the month is known as one of the most propitious times of the year according to holy scriptures.
This is due to the presence of Lord Vishnu at this time as he was present on Earth to protect the world at the end of Kali Yuga.
Devotees of Lord Vishnu honour him for protecting the world from Kali Yuga as they converge at his temple offering gratitude, garning blessings. Flags with symbols of Garuda are raised at the respective temples once the Purattasi month begins.
Here at the top 5 Perumal temples to pay a visit during the month of Purattasi-
Sri Srinivasa Perumal Temple, Puchong-
Source: Facebook Page of Srinivasa Perumal Temple, Puchong
Location- Lot 818, Jalan TPP 1/27, Pusat Bandar Puchong, 47100 Puchong, Selangor.
Hours- 5.30 am – 9.30 pm
Sri Venkatachalapathi & Alamelu Temple, Batu Caves-

Location- Sri Venkatachalapathi & Alamelu Temple, Batu Caves, 68100 Batu Caves, Selangor.
Hours- 6.30 am – 10.00 pm
Sri Sundaraja Perumal Temple, Klang-
Source: Mogan Sundram
Location- Sri Sundaraja Perumal Temple, No. 80, Jalan Mastika Off Persiaran Raja Muda Musa, Selangor, 41100 Klang.
Hours- 6.30 am – 10.00 pm
Sri Varatharaja Perumal Temple, Subang Jaya-

Location- Sri Varadharaja Perumal Temple, Jalan Kewajipan, Ss 13, 47500 Subang Jaya, Selangor.
Hours- 6.30 am- 10.00 pm
Sri Renganathar Temple, Kajang-

Location- Sri Renganathar Temple, Jalan Ikram-Uniten, Kawasan Institusi Bangi, 43000 Kajang, Selangor.
Hours- 7.00 am – 9.00 pm
Devotees of Lord Venkateswara perform Purattasi Vrat during Purattasi. The devotees restrict themselves strictly from consuming any meat, and food is cooked only in vegetarian pots that were never used to cook meat.
Some, often fast on saturdays by not consuming any form of food or water, performing Nirjala Vratam. On Purattasi saturdays, hymns dedicated to Lord Vishnu are sung along with bhajans celebrating this festive month of Lord Vishnu.
It is believed in this period, Lord Saneeswaran loses his power, so it’s easier for people to get away from his harmfulness by offering maavilakku to Lord Vishnu and the navagraha to gain more blessings.
The carbon produced from the rice flour and cow’s ghee when lit up, is proven theoretically to eliminate all harmful radiation from the household. Hence, devotees could carry out these rituals to be able to reap the amazing benefits.
We At Varanam Wish Everyone, A Happy And Blessed Purattasi!
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This Ignorant Indian Author Calls Khatija Rahman’s Burqa Suffocating!

Yet another person sticks their head in how a woman chooses to live her life…
Writer Taslima Nasreen is known for her controversial statements social media. She recently said that she feels suffocated when she looks at AR Rahman’s daughter, Khatija, who wears a burqa.
A year ago, AR Rahman was trolled by a group of people for making his daughter Khatija wear a burqa. However, the composer shut down the trolls saying that the women in his family are free to wear whatever they want. Now, a year later, Taslima has shared a photo of young Khatija and shared her thoughts on her wearing a burqa.
The writer posted, “I absolutely love A R Rahman’s music. But whenever i see his dear daughter, i feel suffocated. It is really depressing to learn that even educated women in a cultural family can get brainwashed very easily! (sic)

I absolutely love A R Rahman's music. But whenever i see his dear daughter, i feel suffocated. It is really depressing to learn that even educated women in a cultural family can get brainwashed very easily! pic.twitter.com/73WoX0Q0n9
— taslima nasreen (@taslimanasreen) February 11, 2020

Taslima Nasreen’s tweet gained a lot of traction on Twitter with hundreds of people sharing their opinions. Khatija Rahman took to Instagram to give a classy reply to Taslima’s tweet. She once again reiterated that it was her choice to wear what she wants.
Her post reads, “Been only a year and this topic is in the rounds again..there’s so much happening in the country and all people are concerned about is the piece of attire a woman wants to wear. Wow, I’m quite startled. Every time this topic comes the fire in me rages and makes me want to say a lot of things..Over the last one year, I’ve found a different version of myself which I haven’t seen in so many years. I will not be weak or regret the choices I’ve made in life. I am happy and proud of what I do and thanks to those who have accepted me the way I am. My work will speak, God willing.. I don’t wish to say any further. To those of you who feel why I’m even bringing this up and explaining myself, sadly it so happens and one has to speak for oneself, that’s why I’m doing it. Dear Taslima Nasreen, I’m sorry you feel suffocated by my attire. Please get some fresh air, cause I don’t feel suffocated rather I’m proud and empowered for what I stand for. I suggest you google up what true feminism means because it isn’t bashing other women down nor bringing their fathers into the issue. I also don’t recall sending my photos to you for your perusal (sic)”

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Khatija’s Instagram post has received a lot of love from fans who are appreciating her for giving a fitting reply to Taslima’s tweet. Hundreds of fans applauded her for standing up for herself. Well done, Khatija!
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Vegetarianism In Hinduism Diet Delves Deeper Into Cultural Beliefs

While Hinduism has various traditions and cultural rituals, it is also known for its food varieties. In fact, personally, I suggest that Indian food is the most popular for its diversity.
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You go to a restaurant with a banana leaf and will be delighted to see so many food choices with different colours and flavours. In point of fact, we can notably see so many people of different races queuing up way before you during the lunch hours. Thus, you must hurry though, otherwise, you’ll be missing the best choices lined there. Never once, I came back home, without a food coma, from a banana leaf restaurant.
Indians have one of the finest cuisine worldwide due to the variety of food, spices and dishes that originate from India.
But this is just one part of the Indian diet, specifically in Malaysia and Singapore. That being said, there are also Indians who are vegans that don’t even eat egg.
Well, why you ask?
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They are practising non-violence against all aspects of life, including animals since they believe that an individual should eat to benefit with greater consciousness of the world around them.
According to legend, ancient and medieval Hindu texts prescribe an easily digestible and ahimsa diet (non-violence). Their diet may or may not include eggs and dairy products, which they believe is in harmony with nature, compassionate, and considerate of other life forms.
However, it is promising that their vegetarian food is equally as tasty as their non-vegetarian food and has many health benefits.
In addition to Hinduism, Buddhism and Jainism also support Ahimsa, as these religions believe in the fundamental unity and reincarnation of all beings.
 The concept of ‘karma’ states that if a living being lives its life ‘correctly’ – such as by eating vegetarian food – it will be reincarnated at a higher level, and if it lives its life ‘incorrectly,’ it will be reincarnated at a lower level, such as an insect. As a result, even insects are considered to be capable of possessing the human soul.
Jains have a pretty stringent dietary code that doesn’t eat root vegetables among other things, since roots and bulbs are vital to maintaining the plants alive and pulling them out of the ground can kill soil-living insects. Most Buddhists aren’t vegetarians, but they think killing animals is totally wrong.
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Hindus reverberate Cows in particular because they effectively transform the fodder into milk, manure and fuel dung, and pull pulleys and carts. That’s why many omnivores have avoided beef conventionally.
Over the years, renowned figures from Emperor Ashoka and Chaitanya Mahaprabhu to Mahatma Gandhi have been actively promoting a meat-free diet. The notorious incident of tallowed cartridges, a factor in the 1857 Great Mutiny, has demonstrated the cultural sensitivity of vegetarianism in India.
However, there is also a geographical factor to be considered, that in India since 1000 BC, vegetables, grains and harvests have been growing abundantly, according to some historians more than elsewhere in the world. In a densely populated country, it makes sense not to use it as pasture but to use every piece of valuable ground to produce food products.
But do you think these are the only reasons behind Indians being vegetarian? If you think there are other reasons as well, do let us know in the comments section below.
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Kumari Thisheela, The First Malaysian Female To Complete A Mridangam Arangetram

In many fields and professions, gender equality has become a norm, yet despite their stage presence and amazing skill, women percussionists in Malaysia continue to struggle to earn their place in the limelight.
Kumari Thisheela‘s childhood love for the mridangam inspired her to excel in this predominantly male-dominated craft, and become the first female mridangam musician to complete her Mridangam Arangetram in 2006.
Image credit: Nityataa 2021 Bravography Studio
“On the morning of my arangetram, I was all prepared with full confidence. As I arrived at the hall, I was shocked to see the crowd that had come to witness my arangetram and started to sweat,” Thisheela said.
She remembers breaking down to her master, but with his encouragement and her family’s motivation, she ascended the stage and performed gracefully for the crowd present.
“The minute my arangetram was over, I breathed a sigh of relief. That was not too bad actually!” she said, chuckling.
The standing ovation from the audience gave her the assurance that she had done justice to this ancient art form. She felt proud and overwhelmed at the thought of being recognised as the first female mridangist to have completed the arangetram in Malaysia.
She felt a sense of achievement and that it was a divine blessing to mark as the beginning of her journey to enhance her skills and knowledge in the field.
As this was her passion, she didn’t encounter any difficulties. Thisheela never clouded her vision with the fact that the craft was male-dominated, as she felt that it would have been harder to stay focused that way. She believes in putting in hard work and giving it her best shot in order to achieve her goals.
The late Mr Ambalam, Thisheela’s great grandfather, is the one who inspired her to play the Mridangam as a hobby a long time ago.
At the age of fourteen, Thisheela started to take mridangam lessons under the tutelage of Sri Hari Chandran Panjanathan. She thanks her brothers Nadesh Tharmalingam and Ganesan Tharmalingam, for their continued encouragement.
Image credit: Nityataa 2021 Bravography Studio
In her 23 year journey thus far, she has actively participated in the yearly navarathri festivals at various temples around Malaysia. One of the most significant performances was the Thalavathya Katchery together with her Guru, and his senior students for Sangeetha Pitamaha Semmangudi Srinivasa Iyer’s Samarpana which was organised by Sangeethalayam.
This talented lady has had many opportunities to travel abroad namely India to perform for dance and vocal programs.
Besides the mridangam, Thisheela who hails from Petaling Jaya, stated that she also learned Indian classical dance under the tutelage of Shrimathi Shamala Narayanan at the Temple of Fine Arts since the age of eight, and can also play the Ghatam (clay pot), Ganjira (Indian tambourine), and the Dhol (north Indian double barrel drum).
This 37-year-old is now working as a Senior Head of Human Resources at an International School. Even with her busy schedule, she still finds the time to conduct mridangam classes and says she’s grateful and happy to hand down her knowledge to the younger generation.

This 18th December, Thisheela will be performing at “Nityataa; An Evening Of Traditional Music” a 180-minute concert organised by Thrive Talent Tank, alongside 26 other talented Malaysian musicians who have all completed their arangetrams at various stages in their musical journey. This concert is supported by Yayasan Hasanah for its ArtsFAS 2021 edition and CENDANA as part of its Performing Arts Presentation Funding. This will by far be the largest, and the very first time where Malaysian Indian classical acts will emerge on one stage. The invitations to this concert have been sold out, and the only way to catch it is to follow @thrivetalenttank’s Facebook and Instagram for further details on the premier’s release.
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ASTRO Has Some Good Shows To Lighten Up Your MCO Pongal

So Pongal is on its way and unfortunately the lockdown has also made a comeback. But no worries because Astro has come to save your Pongal.
They have brought to us some exciting programmes covering local and international contents starting from 14th January till 16th January 2021.
Special Pattimandram (Premiere)
14th January 2021, 12pm on Zee Tamil HD CH235 or stream anytime on Astro GO and On Demand

It is a debate show featuring Kalaimamani Dindugal I. Leoni, popular orator, moderator, tv personality and political activist, for the first time on Zee Tamil.
Moi Virunthu (Premiere)
14th January 2021, 2pm on Zee Tamil HD CH235 or stream anytime on Astro GO and On Demand

‘Thevai’, is a feast prepared and served to relatives and friends with the notion to collect money for an occasion. It is a tradition that originated from Tanjore, Tamil Nadu. On Pongal, two teams from the two popular fiction shows will travel to the village and cook a feast for the villages. At the end of the feast, both the teams will evaluate their monetary collections. The team that collects more will be declared the winner.
Ka Pae Ranasingam(Premiere)
14th January 2021, 4pm on Zee Tamil HD CH235 or stream anytime on Astro GO and On Demand

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This movie stars Vijay Sethupathi & Aishwarya Rajesh and is directed by P. Virumaandi. The movie tales about
Ariyanachi`s husband, Ranasingham who dies abroad and the struggles she has to go through to bring the body back home to India. To make it worse, she has to prove that she indeed is his wife due to her inability to produce any legal documentation.
Soorarai Pottru
14th January 2021, 6.30pm on SUN TV (HD CH 234 / CH 211) or stream anytime on Astro GO and On Demand

It is a beautiful plot that stars Suriya&Aparna Balamurali, A man from a village dreams of creating a revolution by starting a low cost airline. Can his dreams take flight?
Anbirkum Undo Adaikkum Thaazh (Premiere)
14th January 2021, 9pm on Astro Vaanavil CH201

It is a local telemovie directed by S.Mathan which portrays Amutha (Amu) a kindergarten teacher who loses her husband on the first day of their marriage, and a man with medical issues overcomes challenges to succeed in love. This telemovie stars; Manogaren Suparmaniam and Vidia Liana.
Kurumbu Ponggal (Premiere)
14th January 2021, 9.30pm on Astro Vinmeen CH231 or stream anytime onAstro GO and On Demand

This is a game show directed by Dev Rajah, showcasing how celebrities featured celebrate Pongal, along with a mixture of various Pongal-themed games. Artists who will be featured on the game show are Saint & Anjali; Thevaguru & Rathi Vishali; Shastan & Karishma;andKesavan & Pashini. The game show will be hosted by Ahila Shanmugam &Irfan Zaini.
Biscoth (Premiere)
15th January 2021, 12.30pm on Zee Tamil HD CH235 or stream anytime on Astro GO and On Demand

Rajais is the son of a small-time biscuit maker, Dharmarajan. Dharmarajan has a big dream to turn his business into a huge brand and appoint his son, Rajaas the head of the company. Unfortunately, Dharmarajan passes away, leaving his friend Narasimhan to take over the reins of his business. Later, Raja starts to work in the same company and becomes close to the new occupant Janaki in a nursing home. She has a habit of narrating stories. Raja realises that the stories she tells him have come to pass . This rom-com stars Santhanam & Tara Alisha.
Mr. Tamilan vs Mrs. Tamilachi (Premiere)
15th January 2021, 3pm on Zee Tamil HD CH235 or stream anytime on Astro GO and On Demand

First of its kind, actor and host, Priya Raman competes against renowned director cum actor Karu Pazhaniappan. This special show will bring out the best in both personalities and serve as a visual treat to the audiences, with Priya Raman representing female celebrities while Karu represents male celebrities in an interesting debate of Boys vs Girls.
Tamani (Premiere)
16th January 2021, 9pm on Astro Vaanavil HD CH 201 or stream anytime on Astro GO and On Demand

It is a film which has a large group of casts including Deva, Eswar Ji, Dr. Selvamuthu, Annamalai & Sutha and directed by S. Mathan. The film revolves around a police officer investigating a case about a missing girl after an elderly man lodges a complaint. During the investigation, he finds a piece of gold chain and starts an investigation that leads to the discovery of several war crimes.
All these exciting movies are coming to spice and lighten up you Pongal. So enjoy and adhere to the SOPs enforced by the government. Happy Pongal!
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Bravo! Datuk Sasikala Devi Subramaniam Helms New Position As The Acting Selangor Police Chief

It’s 2023, there’s no room for saying women can only do certain things. This is because the subject of gender equality is becoming more broadly accepted globally in recent days. We can see how women have been given limitless opportunities, and many women out there courageously take risks to go after their dreams.
With that being said, recently our lady hero Datuk Sasikala Devi, the Selangor Deputy Police Chief gracefully helmed a much-respected responsibility as the Selangor Police Chief, effective last Friday (30th December 2022).
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 Datuk Sasikala is now the first Indian female officer who holds a highest ranking position in the police force.
She took over the task from outgoing Selangor Police Chief Datuk Arjunaidi Mohamed, who retires on the 2nd of January 2023. He has served the nation for over 35 years in the Royal Malaysian Police.
The handover ceremony of the post from Selangor Police Chief Datuk Arjunaidi Mohamed to Selangor Deputy Police Chief Datuk Sasikala Devi was held on 30th December 2022 at the Selangor Contingent Police Headquarters, witnessed by Bukit Aman Department of Internal Security and Public Order (KDNKA) director, Datuk Seri Hazani Ghazali.
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She is the Deputy Director of Investigation in the Commercial Crime Investigation Department (CCID) of the Royal Malaysia Police. She has vast experience in the investigation, prosecution, legal and international liaison fields. Besides having a Bachelor’s degree in Economics, she also has an MBA, a Bachelor’s degree in Jurisprudence, and a Certificate in Legal Practice.
For the past 32 years, she has served remarkably in the Commercial Crime Investigation Department (CCID), Crime Investigation Department (CID) and Narcotics Crime Investigation Department (NCID).
Datuk Sasikala also is well known for her bold and brave action in leading the police raid team on former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak’s home over the 1MDB inquiry. Furthermore, she was the first senior female officer appointed as Deputy Director of the Commercial Crime Department at Bukit Aman.
For many women around the nation, this iron lady’s triumphs serve as a huge source of inspiration. We send our warmest wishes your way!
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Ajith Injured On The Sets Of Valimai!

Ajith Kumar’s next film is Valimai, which marks his second collaboration with producer Boney Kapoor.

Recently, Ajith suffered a minor injury on the sets of the film while shooting for a bike sequence.
On hearing the news, concerned fans took to social media to wish Ajith a speedy recovery with the hashtags #GetWellSoonThala and #GetWellSoonAjith trending on Twitter.
After wrapping up the first schedule in Hyderabad, the crew moved to Chennai to shoot the next schedule.
The next schedule will commence by March first week at Ramoji Film city. By April, the makers are planning to complete nearly 60% shoot of the film, added sources. Director Vinoth is also planning to shoot a bike chase sequence in European countries.
The genre of the film is still unknown; however, producer Boney Kapoor had recently confirmed that Ajith will be seen playing a cop after a long time. The makers are yet to finalise the female lead. Reports suggest that Bollywood actor Huma Qureshi, who made her Tamil debut with Superstar Rajinikanth’s Kaala, has been approached to play the female lead.
Recently, it was reported that actor Prasanna has been approached to play the main antagonist in the film but later the actor has shared his disappointment over missing out on an opportunity to work with Ajith.
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Mugen’s ‘Yenggedi’ Receives Praises From India’s Popular Playback Singer Suchitra On Twitter!

Mugen Rao, the title winner of BiggBoss Season 3, has worked on several projects in recent times , making our nation proud. However, he recently received appreciation for his song ‘Yenggedi’ from the popular playback singer in Tamil, Malayalam and Telugu, Suchitra Ramudurai on her Twitter account.
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This song was released early last year and was composed, sung, written and arranged by the multi-talented Mugen Rao himself. It was released by the famed record label IBPstudios by Coruz Hookz.
In the music video, ‘Yenggedi’ or the main refrain of this song which goes, ‘Naan yenggedi porathu,’ means ‘Where shall I go?’, after his girlfriend, Kayal (Krithigah) left him because he has been unable to control his rage.

The short-tempered Mugen, who is now Kayal’s ex-boyfriend, is pouring out his resentment about not being able to forget the love of his life. He also felt he was a burden to her, and is now totally lost and struggling to forget the beautiful memories of her.
Meanwhile, Kayal is getting engaged to Karan (Irfan), the groom that her brother has chosen for her. And soon, she’s going to lead a happier life, leaving Mugen to experience the agony of love.
His words in this song are indeed very relatable to the present era, where unhealthy relationships are becoming very common due to the intolerable character of the lover, which is why this song is a hit with more than 16 million views on YouTube.

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Oh, having said that, what’s your favourite Mugen Rao song? Don’t hesitate to express your views in the comment section below!
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Kokila Vaani; First Woman To Chair The Selangor Bar Council In Its 56-Year History

Kokila Vaani Vadiveloo, a long-serving committee member in the Selangor Bar Council, is now elected as the first woman to chair the Selangor Bar in its 56-year history.
Picture credit: Kokila Vaani Vadiveloo
With a 135-vote majority, she defeated incumbent Secretary Gabriel Susayan.
Incumbent Chairman V Murali did not offer to contest the position. Incumbent Bar Council Secretary A G Kalidas was again elected as State Representative to the Malaysian Bar.
Members voted through the online General Meeting Platform and the system, Convene, tabulated the results without human interference.
According to its website, there are 6,074 members in the state and the quorum required has been achieved.
This would also be the first time that a virtual annual general meeting has been held due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Picture credit: The Selangor Bar Official Site
Nurul Muhaniza Hanafi, M K Thas, Desmond Ho, Shankar Sundaram, Eugene Roy Joseph, Yu Ai Tin, N Yohendra, Richard Teh, Fahmi Moin Halim and Zainal Habidin were elected as members of the committee.
Having said that, congratulations Kokila Vaani Vadiveloo for becoming the first woman to chair the Selangor Bar in its 56-year history.
Source: Free Malaysia Today
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The Best Deepavali Advertisements of 2019 – Awards Style!

Remember a time when we used to look forward to the Deepavali advertisements on television? It probably began with the epic Petronas ad. You know, the one that made everyone start calling each other Muthusamy Karupiah. Ever since, each year, corporations would outdo each other with the most sentimental or comedic Deepavali ad.
For the last decade or so, however, there has been radio silence. Sure, there were a sprinkling of watchable ads, but the ones that we enjoyed were few and far between.
Until the Deepavali of 2019, that is! This Deepavali was an extra special one, not only because of the long weekend, but also thanks to the numerous ads that were released in conjunction with the Festival of Lights.
There were so many incredible ads this year, that we decided to launch our first ever Varnam Deepavali Advertisement Awards. Here goes!
BEST ACTRESS
Komala Is Cursed – KPJ Damansara Specialist Hospital

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Komala is the classic Malaysian Indian aunty – the one who assumes that Indian men who aren’t doctors are either useless, or drunk all the time. Then something strange happens, and she rushes to KPJ Damansara Specialist Hospital to seek help.
The actress who plays Komala excels in this ad, she effortlessly embodies all the evil aunties one has encountered in their lifetime. As for the doctor who has dipped his feet into acting, you did well with the Rajinikanth-shawl-flip using a stethoscope, but it might be best to stick to your day job, bro.
BEST ACTOR
Arvin’s ReDeepavali – CIMB Bank Berhad

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This CIMB Bank ad was a brilliant take on how Deepavali has evolved from one generation to another. The actor who plays Arvin has done a wonderful job playing the obliging nephew who doesn’t say no to his Atthe. Although, we do wish the script had incorporated a reply to her nonsensical declaration that the art of kolam a girl’s duty!
Here’s a public service announcement to all the haters who commented negatively, because cast was not conversing in Tamil: Some Malaysian Indian families converse only in one language. That language may be English, Malayalam, Telugu or Punjabi. Speaking in any of these (or any other) language doesn’t make them any less Indian. Stop judging, we all embrace our culture differently.
BEST COMEDY
Diya’s Deepavali – Inti International University & Colleges

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Something was amiss from the time we heard that Diya’s mother cooked buffalo meat on Deepavali day. It is only then we begin wondering where this story is leading!
Diya’s Deepavali by Inti International University & Colleges should win the best comedy AND best background music award. The filmmakers have done really well incorporating the instrumental tunes, including the strings of Rajesh Vaidhya in the background.
The cast did an excellent job, and we couldn’t get enough of actor Joshua, who played Suriya. #KirrukzforMurrukz
BEST STORY
Soya Cincau – Enrico’s Malaysia

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This viral Deepavali ad is probably the most Tamil movie-esque one of them all. Depicting a tale of interracial love, Soya Cincau subtly questions the true Malaysian spirit within us. Are we really as accepting as we claim?
Add a dose of comedy, action and the appa sentiment, and you have a beautifully packaged Deepavali ad along with a theme song that will play over and over again in your head.
Read our feature article on Enrico’s Soya Cincau here.
MOST SENTIMENTAL ADVERTISEMENT
Strength to Rise – RHB Bank

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Probably one of the only serious Deepavali ads this year, Strength to Rise by RHB Bank features Dr Muraly Arumugam, the founder of Tamilar Uthavum Karangal, a non profit organisation that conducts numerous charity projects. They also help the differently-abled to ascend the 272 steps of Batu Caves.
Thanks to RHB Bank’s heavy advertising budget, this ad has raked in 6.4 million views on YouTube. More power to you, Dr Muraly and team!
BEST APPEAL TO YOUTH
Style Mannavan – Tenaga Nasional Berhad

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This hilarious Deepavali ad by Tenaga Nasional Berhad will have a special place in the hearts of all of us who have been forced to dress in gaudy, brightly coloured clothing on the morning of the Festival of Lights.
MGR’s outfit even came with a pink thalapa (headgear) that we assume had to be custom made. The unhappy teenager obliges his parents, because well, they’re his parents, and we Indian youth ALWAYS listen to our parents! He even goes on to make a quick, comical vow as he enters the temple, before he is met with the most beautiful surprise. Well done, TNB!
MOST MUHIBBAH ADVERTISEMENT
Thanggam – Petronas

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Finally, a Deepavali ad in the estates! Petronas’ Thanggam features an iron lady who is in charge of an entire masyarakat majmuk (racially diverse group of people) in the estate, all of whom look up to her, with one exception – her grandson from the city. How does she end up his Thanggam, then?
We loved the rural reality that was infused into this ad, along with the on screen chemistry between Patti and grandson.
BEST DEEPAVALI AD OF ALL TIME
Boyz In Da Hood – Petronas

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No ad will ever reach the level of Petronas’ 2003 Deepavali ad, Boyz In Da Hood. Sixteen years later, this ad still makes us laugh, because of how relevant it remains to this very day, with plenty of Muthusamy Karupiahs calling themselves Sam.
SPECIAL MENTION – ALMOST THREE DECADES LATER
Deepavali Advertisement 1992 – Dunhill

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Yes, there was a time when cigarette brands could be advertised on the television. This is where the infamous Dunhill tagline of Gaya, Mutu, Keunggullan came to be. This 27 year old ad features dancers and musicians from the Temple of Fine Arts, and is a fine example of the national perception of Indian culture back in the day.
Well, would you look at how far we have come. From being represented by Bharatanatyam and the sitar to coming up with western nicknames to sound cool, we have seen it all. What hasn’t changed, however, is the love and respect we have for our elders and each other. Deepavali wishes to all!
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A Significant Drop In Covid-19 Cases; SOPs Still Need To Be Adhered

Malaysia has recorded 732 new Covid-19 cases today (21st October), a seemingly good improvement in comparison to yesterday’s case count which stood at 862. However, the number of deaths has increased to six, in comparison to only 3 fatalities recorded yesterday.

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Unfortunately, new recovery cases stood at 580 today which has dropped in numbers. The drop in Covid-19 cases may signify an improvement, however we have to keep following the SOPs in order to fully break the Covid-19 chain.
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During yesterday’s press conference, Health Director-General Tan Sri Dr. Noor Hisham Abdullah reportedly said, “The first week of the Conditional Movement Control Order (CMCO) in the Klang Valley and Sabah resulted in some improvements in Covid-19 cases.” Even so, he said that the progress is not sufficient till the government decides on whether to further extend the CMCO.
The CMCO is presently implemented in Sabah as well as in Selangor, Kuala Lumpur and Putrajaya. Sabah’s CMCO is set to end on 26th October, while for Klang Valley, it is scheduled to end on 27th October. However, today’s Covid-19 status would determine the government’s decision on whether to extend the CMCO.
A Lembaga Tabung Haji (TH) employee tested positive for Covid-19 and is now being treated at the hospital. TH said that the staff member assigned to its headquarters in Jalan Tun Razak had undergone a screening on 19th October. The worker’s nearby contacts were identified and advised to do a swab test followed by a 14-day quarantine period at home.
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Employees in the private and public sectors, at the management and supervisory level, in areas under the CMCO have been ordered to work from home from Thursday, 22nd October. Senior Minister (Security Cluster) Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob said about one million workers in both sectors would be impacted by the order in Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya, Selangor, Labuan and Sabah.
“Since last week, we have taken the initiative to screen every outsourced staff member at all Jaya Grocer outlets in the Klang Valley.” Hence, two security guards at Jaya Grocer Kuala Lumpur International Airport 2 ( klia2) had tested positive for Covid-19. Jaya Grocer will be closed from today (21st October) until further notice.
In Hospital Melaka, eight medical staffs have been reported to be Covid-19 positive, and not 11 as viral in social media. Melaka Health Department Director Datuk Dr. Ismail Ali claimed in a statement that all eight affected were receiving treatment at the hospital, while their close contacts were being tested for Covid-19 and quarantined at home.
A vast number of the existing 26 active Covid-19 clusters in Selangor which resulted in a  third wave are not currently related to those who have returned from Sabah, said Dr. Noor Hisham today. Out of Selangor’s 26 clusters, it has been identified that 18 of these clusters are from local infections. “The Covid-19 virus is now in our community,” he said in a brief Facebook post yesterday.
21 religious primary schools and seven religious kindergartens in Perak have been temporarily closed for sanitisation, says the Perak Religion and Information Committee Chairman, Mohd Akmal Kamaruddin. He said the schools will be closed from 14th October till 25th October.
 “The schools ordered to close are SRAR Al-Hidayah, SRAR Ittifaqiah and SRAR Al-Khairiah in Sitiawan, SRAR Arshadiah in Seri Manjung, SRAR Darul Ehsan in Selama and SRAR Al-Ehya ‘Addiniah in Parit Buntar. The seven kindergartens are located in the districts of Manjung, Kerian, Kinta and Larut, Matang and Selama,” he told reporters when met at the State Secretariat building today.
The Social Security Organization (Socso) has provided aid to all employers in areas impacted by the CMCO for their workers to undergo Covid-19 testing. Human Resources Minister Datuk Seri M. Saravanan said that this will be provided via Program Saringan Prihatin (PSP) or the Prihatin Screening Programme, which is a programme that has been providing Covid-19 screenings since 27th April.
In a quote, Saravanan said that employers can claim up to RM150 per employee for as long as they take tests at designated clinics, with the only caveat being that employers must pay first and demand the sum from Socso later. He also said that Socso account holders would be given free testing at the specified service panels.
 “Employers can carry out free assessments for their workers by making an appointment and providing full information to the support committees.” he said.
More information about the services can be obtained from this portal.
Stay safe, stay healthy and stay HOME as much as you can!
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Burn & Vince Release Christmas Tune, Natal Lepas

Television anchor and singer Ruben Thevandran, better known as Burn, has released a Christmas tune in Bahasa Malaysia along with singer Vince Chong. Titled Natal Lepas, the tune is what appears to be a direct translation of the Christmas classic, Last Christmas.
The two took to their respective Instagram accounts to release the tune. According to Burn, Natal Lepas was created twenty years ago when the two were recording songs on CDs. This year, they decided to bring themselves, the “Translation Hantam Fellas”, to social media.
Burn and Vince were part of the first season of the Malaysian reality singing competition, Akedemi Fantasia in 2004. Vince was declared the winner of the show.
Burn went on to pursue hosting, both on television as well as on the radio. He is also a voice over artiste. The 37 year old didn’t stop singing, in spite of his busy schedule. He released numerous successful singles, such as Kasih Ibu and I Can See Now. Burn is now one of the most sought after sport commentators in the country.

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‘NATAL LEPAS’ was in fact created more than 20years ago long before social media was born… We would just have random recordings on CDs those days.. So I thought why not Burn and I relive those memories by updating our concept of direct translation into today’s world.. When you put a guy like me who’s Bahasa is like Tiada Pengalah plus a guy like Burn who knows all the Malay Street lingo, this is the result… We proudly present to you… NATAL LEPAS… #natalepas #lastchristmas #parody #georgemichael #christmas2019 #vincetovid NATAL LEPAS muncul selepas penantian 20thn kami berjinak jinak dengan parodi lagu lagu krismas ketika zaman digital/media sosial belum muncul lagi. Kadang kala dalam kebosanan kami merakamkan lagu dalam CD ketika itu. Kemudian kami terfikir, apa kata kita kembalikan memori kreatif kami satu ketika dahulu itu dan merealisasikan impian tersebut dengan konsep ‘translasi secara terus menerus’ kepada dunia digital kini yg tiada batasan. Memperkenalkan jejaka celup yang tidak fasih berbahasa Melayu viral dengan ayat ‘tiada pengalah’ namun tetap berusaha! Seorang lagi jejaka berbangsa india yg fasih berbahasa melayu dan ini adalah hasilnya! Dengan penuh bangganya kami persembahkan kepada anda.. NATAL LEPAS.. #natalepas #lastchristmas #parody #georgemichael #christmas2019 #vincetovid
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Merry Christmas, Burn & Vince!
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Plant These Herbs In Your Garden to Live a Finer and Healthier Life

Plants and herbs have been utilised by mankind as food and medicine since the dawn of time, which has made it possible to treat most diseases and lengthen one’s life span. We all know that many Indians have one or two herbs in their garden but some don’t since they are more concerned with making their gardens look pretty.
We are about to discover some important herbs that should be included in everyone’s garden.
Holy Basil
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If you don’t already have this “Tulasi” herb, you should plant some because homes would be lacking without it. In culinary terms, ayurvedic, and medicinal benefits, it tops all other plants. Although it may taste peppery, it has several health benefits. Tulasi can be used in cooking to offer extra nutrients and has potent antibacterial and antibiotic characteristics that can help treat fever, the common cold, and respiratory illnesses.
Mint
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There is no need to introduce “Pudina“! It has a delicate stem and is a soft herb. It has a cooling impact on your tongue after chewing. The herb can be used to flavour rice dishes, chutney, relishes, sauces, and herbal drinks in cooking. It helps digestion, asthma, headaches, skin allergies, and other conditions because it contains significant amounts of vitamins A, B, C, iron, and potassium.
Carom
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This herb, which goes by the name “Karpuravalli,” has a potent aroma that can be detected from a distance. It is a ridge with a spherical form that tastes like fresh herbs. Many people may already know this or may not, but it is one of the essential spices used in many Indian lentil meals. Everyone can regularly ingest its leaves, which speed up metabolism and provide an instantaneous cure for common illnesses including stomachaches, diabetes, colds, etc.
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For usage in Indian cuisine, curry leaves, also known as “Kaaruvepilai,” are frequently picked from backyard gardens. As it distributes the best aroma and flavour throughout your home when fried in oil, it is frequently used in the preparation of soups and stews. Curry leaves can also be dried and crushed to use as flavouring in food. Health benefits: Consuming it can potentially lower stress, enhance heart health, and lower blood sugar levels because it is high in anti-inflammatory chemicals.
Fenugreek
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Fenugreek seed or best known as “Venthiyam“, is quite a popular herb in Indian homes. It has several uses as a flavoring substance in curries, and its young pods are also popular as veggie. Fenugreek’s rich health benefit keeps your cholesterol in check, treat respiratory problems, cure fever, reduce blemishes, treat digestive issues, even fulfils your desire for having thick and long hair.
Well, now you know the perks of these herbs. We hope this encourages you to plant them in your garden and lead you to a healthier lifestyle.
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Check Out Santhosh Narayanan Discuss the Songs in His Vada Chennai Album

Vada Chennai starring Dhanush is set to hit cinemas this October, in what many are calling a dream project. Dhanush is one of the finest actors working in Indian cinema today, while Vetri Maaran’s previous film Visaranai was selected as India’s official entry for the Best Foreign Language Film at the 89th Academy Awards. On top of that, the film is composed by Santhosh Narayanan, who previously composed great scores and soundtracks for films like Kodi and Kaala.

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All the songs, as well as the background scores, are now available on the Wunderbar Productions YouTube channel. But what’s also interesting is the video of Santhosh Narayanan breaking down his album (featured video above), giving us a peek at his mindset while writing these scores and soundtracks.
The Vada Chennai album is arguably Santhosh Narayanan’s most unique album to date. His albums are usually louder with heavy riffs from the electric guitar. But here he has given us a number of tracks of the Gaana genre. While his background scores are as epic as ever, this time there’s a different vibration to it.

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Win FREE Tickets To ‘Retro Rahman: A Tribute’ By Mojo Projects

There isn’t one person on this planet that isn’t a fan of the musical legend – AR Rahman.
The music virtuoso hasgraced the world with his beautiful compositions for over 20 years, all the way back from Bombay, Dil Se, Roja, Taal, Jeans, up until Slumdog Millionaire, Ghajini, Shivaji The Boss, and more.
The Oscar-winning legend will be celebrated in this concert by his very own contemporaries. Come witness this epic tribute concert that is set to be powered by the vocals of stars like Unni Menon, Unni Krishnan and Harini, as they belt out their own super hits under AR Rahman and share their experiences working with the music director.

Also, look out for Anil Sreenivasan – an acclaimed pianist who will rock the stage with the Fort Cochin band.
Super Singer’s Hari Priya will also be joining the A-list singers in this highly anticipated tribute concert.
Details of the concert is as below:
Date: 7th July 2018
Venue: Hotel Istana Mahkota Ballroom
Time: 6pm
Here’s what you have to do to be in the running to win yourself 1 pair of tickets to Retro Rahman: A Tribute.

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Tell us why we should pick you as a winner for this giveaway.
Use hashtags #VarnamMY, #MyMojoProjects, #VarnamXMojo
Send us the link & the screenshot of your post on FB messenger. Don’t forget to set it to public! Alternatively, you can drop us an email with a screenshot to submit@varnam.my
Contest ends of 2nd July 2018. Winners will be announced on the 3rd of July 2018.
Winners will be contacted on FB messenger for confirmation. Should you fail to respond within 24 hours, another winner will be chosen.

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Undercover Rascals 2 to Begin Filming Soon!

Undercover Rascals 2 is an upcoming local Tamil movie starring Bala Ganapathi William, K.K Khanna, G Crak Karnan, Rupini Krishnan, Irfan Zaini and many more. The movie will be directed by V Naga Raj, who will be reprising his role in the first instalment of the film released in 2010.
The cast of Undercover Rascals 2 shared pictures of the prayers held for the film at a temple in Petaling Jaya a few days ago.
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Team Varnam wishes the cast and crew of this Malaysian Tamil film the best on their new project!
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Madhavan Wrapped In Foil To Prepare For Role As Scientist Nambi Narayanan

What does it take to play a space scientist falsely accused of being a spy who, consequently, had to endure 24 years of humiliation, defamation and police brutality, before finally winning over the case with ₹50 lakh in compensation?
For starters, a great actor.
Next, a great actor with lots of patience to sit through the long hours at a hair salon with his head and face wrapped in aluminium foil, like this guy!

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Believe it or not, it is our beloved actor Madhavan who is wrapped in foil to colour his hair, beard, moustache and eyebrows in preparation to play the role of Nambi Narayanan in the movie Rocketry: The Nambi Effect. In October 2018, the biographical film of Nambi Narayanan was announced and is scheduled to be released in mid 2019. The film is directed by Madhavan himself and Anant Mahadevan.
We can’t wait to see the turmoils of a false accusation and the tumultuous rise of a man who stood by his truth for a quarter of a century.
WATCH the teaser here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vH1AL0GMurY
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Naachiyaar Review: A Departure From Director Bala’s Usual Standards

Many critics are calling the ending of Naachiyaar a ‘happy’ one — a rarity in Bala’s films. I disagree. Thinking about it, it’s is perhaps Bala’s most disturbing conclusion to a film. What separates this ending from the rest of his films is that this ending is offputting NOT by design. But more on that later.

There are two parts to this movie, intertwined. One: We follow a badass cop named Naachiyaar (Jyothika) as she tries to solve a supposed rape case involving a minor, Arasi (Ivana) and a slumdog named Kaathu (GV Prakash). Bala cuts back and forth between the investigation led by Naachiyaar as well as, two: The innocent young romance between Arasi and Kaathu.
Surprisingly, the innocent romance between our two young characters is the best part of the film. Bala’s characters are always fleshed out and interesting. Whether it’s Atharvaa’s character in Paradesi, Arya’s character in Naan Kadavul or Vishal’s in Avan Ivan, each of them come with colourful personalities that are distinct and memorable.
Here, it’s no different. Kaathu may be the older of the two, but he tackles each day with a childlike bounce. Arasi, although younger, is more mature and sharp minded. The romance between Kaathu and Arasi plays out naturally. Unlike in Mass-masalas, the romance here isn’t cheesy.
Bala is masterful at telling stories about poverty-stricken people. He paints a picture of hardship and suffering, with such intricate detail, but (for the most part) presents it in a tone that is matter-of-factly. In a series of flashbacks, Kaathu and Arasi seem to be happy. They tease each other and crack jokes — Bala has a knack for writing crass dialogue that is incredibly funny. I laughed, but witnessing their lives, I also couldn’t help but feel sad. It’s both funny and heartbreaking to see Kaathu slurp on free orange juice at a wedding so quickly and enthusiastically as if it’s piss taken from The Almighty’s bladder.

Bala sets this film up in a way that makes us question IF Kaathu actually raped Arasi. And if he did, why does she break down when he’s arrested? Why does she beg Naachiyaar to let him go? Is this film going to make us question if statutory rape is okay? Will Bala present us with a love story so pure, that we find their lovemaking acceptable, only to be uncomfortable with the fact that we find their lovemaking acceptable?
Except it seems like for the first time in his storied career, Bala loses his footing and stumbles. The second half of the film becomes a whodunit. There is a twist. Some might consider it a spoiler, I see it as a necessary warning. At the midway point, we find out that it wasn’t Kaathu who impregnated Arasi, but someone else. I applaud Bala for venturing out of his comfort zone, but it also becomes very obvious that a whodunit mystery is not where his talents lie. The mystery is bland and Bala doesn’t keep you guessing. The investigation doesn’t contain a lick of logic. Also, what investigation?
If you walked into Naachiyaar hoping to get something like Suriya from Kaakha Kaakha, you will be disappointed. What we get is Suriya from Singham, though, admittedly, a slightly better version. Bala’s understanding of ‘strong female protagonist’ is kinda like James Cameron’s. Both of them are under the impression that for a woman to be a hero, she needs to be a man. And not just any man, but a tough, crass, maybe even cigarette smoking man. Look at how James Cameron presents Ripley in Aliens versus how Ridley Scott presents Ripley in Alien. Look at Cameron’s writing of Sarah Connor in The Terminator, when she’s a waitress on the run versus his writing of Sarah Connor in Terminator 2, when she’s a hero.

Don’t get me wrong, I’m not saying Cameron’s version of Ripley and Sarah Connor are shit. They’re pretty damn awesome. I’m merely highlighting his train of thought on what a strong female character means. I prefer female characters like Rey from Star Wars or Diana Prince from Wonder Woman or if you’re looking for something more gritty, Furiosa from Mad Max: Fury Road. These are characters that still feel female — and it has nothing to do with looks because Furiosa is bald. They emit warmth and internal strength that only females have. Their maternal instincts are still intact. They’re not women playing men.
It feels like Bala wrote Naachiyaar as if the character is a man and then just cast Jyothika in the role. She’s rowdy, grunts a lot, cusses a lot and beats people up. She’s a whack first talk later kinda gal. Look, I’m not saying women can’t be rough and tough and beat people up. But Naachiyaar is a one-dimensional character that lacks nuance. She shows little empathy and operates without logic. I would have liked to see her use her brains a little more. Seriously, there is a scene in the movie where Naachiyaar and her husband get into an argument. When her husband leaves the living room, Naachiyaar leans back against the sofa and grunts loudly. It is one of the more comical and nonsensical character moments I’ve seen in a while.

But despite the poor writing of the character, Jyothika does her best to make it work. She’s a talented actress, one who has come out of retirement and making bolder creative decisions than she has her entire career. Without Jyothika embodying this character, Naachiyaar could have been a trainwreck. And no, I completely disagree with my colleague that Anushka would have been a better fit for this role. Jyothika is great, the writing of her character is shit.
Bala is one of the best directors working in south India today. For the most part, he’s uninterested in the glitz and glamour of your typical Tamil movie masala, instead choosing to constantly push the envelope and tell earnest, compelling and oftentimes brutal stories. Naachiyaar isn’t a bad movie, but it surely is a departure from this brilliant filmmaker’s usual standards.
Let’s talk about the ending for a bit. Fair warning, SPOILERS ahead. Scroll down for rating.
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At the end of the movie, we learn that Arasi didn’t get pregnant when she had sex with Kaathu, but was raped while she was unconscious by one of her employers. Arasi gives birth, Kaathu gets released from jail and they all live happily ever after, right? Well, not quite. Despite her husband’s advice, Naachiyaar decides that the best way to protect Arasi is to let her continue to believe that she got pregnant because she had sex with Kaathu. Kaathu agrees with her decision and calls her a great person and the movie ends.
Bala presents Naachiyaar’s decision in a positive light. But when the end credits rolled, I felt uncomfortable. What rights does Naachiyaar or anyone for that matter, have to keep that information from Arasi? The young girl got raped for Christ’s sake! And you’re gonna let her live her life thinking that she didn’t in the name of “protecting her”? What does that tell us? That it’s okay to rape someone as long as she doesn’t know about it? Also, she may not know it immediately, but the experience will most likely traumatise her in the months and years to come.
Netflix’s 13 Reasons Why does a much better job highlighting what happens to you when you get raped while you’re unconscious. The ending of Naachiyaar is just fu*ked up.
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Happy World Music Day: 10 Tamil Songs That You Should Listen On WMD!

World Music Day honours music in all of its forms, as well as the impact it has had on the world and the human spirit. Nothing beats the sound of your favourite song playing in the background; it just consumes your mind and body and makes you move. Or perhaps music transports you to a distant place and time, where you linger in reminiscence of days gone by and people who are no longer present. Some of our favourite songs can take us out of despair and worry, making an otherwise dreadful day seem more bearable.
World Music Day with headset. June 21
If you have ever put on your headphones, selected a positive song, and then waltzed down the street as though you were in a movie, you are not alone. Everyone has done it; they’re just too afraid to acknowledge it. Even on days when you don’t feel like getting out of bed, music has the power to cheer you up. This entire day is dedicated to recognising the marvels of music. World Music Day is crucial for humanity to observe the power music has over us. The next time you’re feeling down, turn up your favourite song, close your curtains, and dance about like no one is looking. You should always count on music to satisfy your soul and help you in need.
In conjunction with World Music Day, here are a few Tamil songs that you should listen to
Pullinangal

https://youtu.be/E0E-ftZ9kYYVideo can’t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: Pullinangal Video Song | 4K | 2.0 Tamil Songs | Rajinikanth | Akshay Kumar | AR Rahman | Lyca Music (https://youtu.be/E0E-ftZ9kYY)

Veesum Kaatruku

https://youtu.be/iiS2iV2_TiMVideo can’t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: Veesum Kaatrukku – HD Video Song வீசும் காற்றுக்கு | Ajith Kumar | Vikram | Maheswari | Ayngaran (https://youtu.be/iiS2iV2_TiM)

Nila Kaikirathu

https://youtu.be/wj2V-EaQHEoVideo can’t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: Nila Kaikiradhu( Female) – Arvind Swamy, Anu Haasan – Indira – Super Hit Tamil Classic Song (https://youtu.be/wj2V-EaQHEo)

Narumugaiye

https://youtu.be/fcRL-2yRojwVideo can’t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: Iruvar Tamil Movie – Narumugaiye Song | Mohanlal | Aishwarya Rai | A R Rahman (https://youtu.be/fcRL-2yRojw)

Nee Kavithaigala

https://youtu.be/_3Z8e-9j3d0Video can’t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: Maragatha Naanayam | Nee Kavithaigala | Full Video Song | Aadhi | Nikki Galrani | Pradeep Kumar (https://youtu.be/_3Z8e-9j3d0)

Mayiliragae

https://youtu.be/G1t7cqpLVasVideo can’t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: Mayiliragae – HD Video Song | மயிலிறகே | Anbe Aaruyire | SJ Suryah | Nila | A.R.Rahman | Ayngaran (https://youtu.be/G1t7cqpLVas)

Aga Naga

https://youtu.be/-E2mRSZvJlMVideo can’t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: Aga Naga – Full Video | PS2 Tamil | @ARRahman | Mani Ratnam | Karthi, Trisha | Shakthisree Gopalan (https://youtu.be/-E2mRSZvJlM)

Thendral Vanthu Theendum Pothu

https://youtu.be/GrTxNulH6GcVideo can’t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: Thendral Vanthu Theendum Pothu  இசைஞானி இசையமைத்து S.ஜானகியுடன் பாடிய  மனதை லேசாக்கும் தென்றல் வந்து (https://youtu.be/GrTxNulH6Gc)

Oru Naalil

https://youtu.be/MqJtGuxHwPQVideo can’t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: Oru Naalil Video Song | Pudhupettai | Dhanush | Yuvan Shankar Raja | Na Muthukumar | Selvaraghavan (https://youtu.be/MqJtGuxHwPQ)

Malargal Ketten

https://youtu.be/0zrLA90QdQAVideo can’t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: OK Kanmani – Malargal Kaettaen Video | A.R. Rahman, Mani Ratnam (https://youtu.be/0zrLA90QdQA)

Music is not only a fantastic creative outlet, but it can also have many health benefits. Certain music may remind you of a pleasant moment or give you a boost of energy. According to studies, listening to music can have a variety of beneficial effects on your physical and mental health. It can greatly increase your comfort while also improving your ability to workout. Exercise has also been shown to lower anxiety, and stress levels can also be reduced by listening to calming music.
Related:  Top 10 Songs that Symbolises Thenisai Thendral Deva’s MusicAccording to Elton John, what she conveys is “Music has healing power. It has the ability to take people out from themselves for a few hours” and I concur wholeheartedly. We instantly put our troubles aside and have a good time listening to music for a while. It appears to be due to how frequently we experience music, both in the real world and in our imaginations, as well as the happiness and emotional connection it fosters. Of course, we remember music because it captures who we are and how we feel.
Happy World Music Day!
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Mr. Manimaran, Founder of PRONES Asia Receives ASEAN 2022 Excellence Awards

Mr. Manimaran Suppiah, the Founder of Promotional Association Of Negeri Sembilan (PRONES Asia) has garnered widespread acclaim in his career by receiving the ASEAN 2022 Excellence Awards under (ASEAN TOP 30) in Tourism, Art & Culture category.
To date Manimaran has been actively organising numerous dance competitions around the world which includes countries such as Malaysia, India, Mexico, Indonesia, Nepal, Singapore, Philippines, Mauritius and Canada.

According to PRONES Asia official homepage, the mission of this well-known forum is to unite Asian entrepreneurs and build connections that create a platform of equity and seamless globalisation in the fields of education, tourism, and business. Having said that, PRONES Asia’s network is spread throughout five key Asian countries.
They are also committed to strengthening the business environment that eliminates any concerns about doing business with leading nations and builds an international channel that allows all Asian countries to play significant roles in global economic growth. International commerce is what pulls nations together and promotes a peaceful, far-reaching commercial environment.
In addition, Manimaran is also fondly known as a public servant as he has been giving our free smartphones for B40 students to ease their educational journey amid the pandemic. The community project which was held in 2021 was a success as students managed to follow-up on their classes.
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Well done Manimaran..you have beyond a doubt made great and huge contributions to society. Keep up the good work!
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POSTPONED: Anand & Priyanka Up Close & Personal

Asia Weaves, the organiser of Anand & Priyanka Up Close & Personal has announced that the concert has been postponed.
The event that was scheduled to take place on the 29th of March at the Shantanand Auditorium, Temple of Fine Arts, KL has been postponed to the 9th of August due to COVID-19 concerns. The concert will take place at the same time and venue.

Earlier today, the organisers released an official statement via their Facebook page informing ticket holders of the postponement, citing health and safety concerns.
The organisers further assure concert goes that all tickets already purchased will be honoured for the rescheduled concert date in August.
Those who will not be able to make it on the new date can obtain the whole refund by contacting the organisers at +60125943987.
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Lepak Mamak; Rapper CJL Launches First Hip-Hop Single

The first ever Rap Porkalam primo supremo, Logeswara Rao fondly known as CJL released his first hip-hop single aptly titled, Lepak Mamak. Not one for the braggadocio, this young and upcoming exuberance has emerged top of the first ever Rap Porkaalam, a Tamil rap competition on Astro Ulagam last year.

The 25-year-old rhyme buster zeroed in on one thing that the masses could, and would relate to. What else would be bigger than the spirit of unity and shared obsession of our glorious, alas unhealthy, gourmet gourmandise?

“I had this burning desire to do something. I want an identity!”

Hailing from Skudai, Johor, he keeps his feet firmly planted on the ground despite his colossal dreams of becoming the next household name in the rap game, nationwide, and penetrating the Kollywood market someday. Reflecting on his myriad adventures, the aspiring rapper knew that if he wanted to sweep potential fans off their feet, he would have to bring nothing other than his authentic lyrical leverage and genuine flair to the table.
Helmed by Vasanth Sarna, and along with the project manager Revathy Mariappan, the music video was released on CJL’s YouTube channel on 2nd April.

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As part of his crowning achievement of winning the first ever Malaysian Tamil rap competition, the luminary freestyler secured a deal of a lifetime with Sony Music Entertainment, a leading global conglomerate in showbiz. He felt it fitting to collaborate with a fellow talented singer, songwriter, Santesh on his musical breakthrough.
If that’s not enough to entice you, brace yourselves for an even more spellbinding score. On top of its commercial caliber and masterful lyrics, CJL and Santesh have injected some elemental craft of classical Indian instruments in a true bona fide form. Straight up “hustle and bustle, I am on the grind” front, ready to imprint nothing short of dope rap in your eardrum and that of the masses.
Now, if you’re ready to ride the beat, be sure to catch the rhythmic flow and witness the next gen of rap legend in the making, spitting fire that is magiC(JL).

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WATCH: Dev Trailer

Karthi and Rakul Preet Singh are back with their upcoming flick, Dev. Scheduled to be released in December, Dev is written and directed by debutant Rajath Ravishankar. The film will also feature an ensemble cast, comprising of industry stalwarts like Ramya Krishnan, Karthik Muthuraman and Prakash Raj.
Harris Jayaraj has composed the music for Dev, after a brief hiatus from the industry. We last heard him in Spyder, an underwhelming SJ Suryah starrer late last year.
Made on a budget of ₹50 Crore (RM28mil), crucial scenes in Dev have been shot in Ukraine and parts of Europe. The movie is all geared for release in December, and is slated to be an enjoyable action thriller.
Will the pair live up to the awesomeness of Theeran Adhigaram Ondru? We’ll know soon enough.

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Jayshree Ullal : The Richest Self-Made Women Making Her Mark In Technology World

As Brigham Young once said, you educate a man. You educate a woman, you; you educate a generation.
Despite being a minority of well-known companies, women are becoming more prominent nowadays. There is a group of CEOs working behind some of the most renowned brands in the world today that you may not have thought of. The fact is there are some of the most talented female CEOs changing the game in a brand-new decade.
Having said that, meet Jayshree Ullal who has shattered an important glass ceiling by being named the CEO of Arista Networks, a computer networking firm in the United States. Indeed a great milestone as well for closing the gender gap, the powerful woman has entered the Forbes’ list of richest self-made women, with a net worth of USD 1.7 billion.
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Aside from being the female CEO of Arista Networks, Jayshree made history in a number of other ways as well. With more than 30 years of networking experience under her belt, she is the recipient of numerous awards including E&Y’s “Entrepreneur of the Year” in 2015, Barron’s “World’s Best CEOs” in 2018, and one of Fortune’s “Top 20 Business persons” in 2019.
Speaking about her greatest lesson, Jayshree has stated:
“You can remain an entrepreneur at heart and grow that entrepreneurial journey into a corporate executive role. Lead from the front, be an expert in your field, and use your strengths in technology and engineering to create that next billion.”
Born and bred in a middle-class family in New Delhi, India, she earned a degree in electrical engineering from San Francisco State University and started her career at Advanced Micro Devices before joining a computer networking company, Crescendo Communications.
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“Women’s movements are often unseen, uncelebrated, and unfunded. But they have changed the course of history anyway — and they will again.” Melinda Gates
On the other hand, she has also won many other prestigious awards and recognitions such as E&Y’s ‘Entrepreneur of the Year’ award in 2015 deserves special mention. Jayshree was also honoured with the SFSU and SCU Distinguished Alumni Awards in 2013 and 2016 respectively.
Though the number of women Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) at the helm of the largest companies is still lower than the number of those who are men by a large margin, their ranks continue to grow. They have proven time and time again that they are capable and deserving to be leaders just as much as men.
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Sid Sriram Live in Penang – An Exceptional Performance That’s Paved the Way for Concerts Up North

“Penang, let me hear you scream!” shouts Sid Sriram, and the 4000-strong audience releases a deafening roar that reverberated through the streets of Bayan Lepas.
Woodmark Events‘ latest concert, Sid Sriram Live in Penang was held over the weekend at Setia Spice Convention Centre. This is the first time in recent history that a Tamil concert of this scale was being held on the island, and the northerners were thrilled. All tickets to the event were sold out in November, less than two months from the day sales opened.

That was probably all the motivation the organisers needed. From the start, Woodmark Events have been on the ball with the minute details of the event. Stylomannavan was  their social media representative. He was terribly efficient with posting Insta-stories and answering the many questions from the attendees, even up to the location of the restrooms! He was also the emcee of the night, along with Shangkharee.
The venue
Setia Spice Convention Centre was easily accessible, with a convenient drop off point and FREE parking. The clear signage made it easy for attendees to swap their e-tickets for wristbands, which was on the whole, a seamless process.
The concert space itself was impressive, with rows and rows of covered banquet chairs, and a stage with the backdrop of three LED screens. There were two large LED screens were on either side of the stage, and four screens graced the walls of the hall on either side with ads from the sponsors displayed. Thankfully, these were turned off when the concert began.
And then we noticed the mosh pit, the ‘Grand Stand’ as termed by the organisers. This was the standing crowd who were closest to the stage, and they were packed like a can of sardines! Nevertheless, the grand-standers persevered, and it was obvious they had youth on their side, to stand throughout the five hour concert.

The ‘Grand Stand’ was the standing crowd closest to the stage, and it WAS packed like a can of sardines throughout the five hour concert!

The opening act
The show began 20 minutes past the time advertised, a minor misgiving. The opening acts comprised of our Malaysian boys. Keyboardist Kirubarasan began the show with the resounding music of Muthu’s zamindar theme. Taking centre stage was Kabbil Raaj, the veena player best known for playing the instrument slung over his shoulder and Santesh on his keytar.
Who leaps out next but singer Abimanyu. Anyone who has seen this chap perform knows that he is bursting with energy (it may have also been the multiple swigs from the Red Bull can he had on stage). He went on to sing catchy classics like Mukaala, Hello Doctor, Mandram Vantha and even June Pona, all replete with his signature singing ad-libs. This went on for more than half an hour, after which Abimanyu was joined on stage by Sheezay, Rabbit Mac and the Havoc Brothers.
It gave us chills to see the entire audience sing along to Malaysian Tamil songs, knowing all the words by heart. it’s a good time for malaysian music.
It gave us goosebumps to see the entire audience sing along to local Tamil songs, knowing all the words by heart. Nalla Pattu and Vai-lapalam were crowd favourites, and so was Havoc Brothers’ Kaarat. In addition to Amalina, Santesh even sang Daler Mehndi’s Tunak Tunak Tun. The group ended with Darkkey’s Akkamage, before giving us a treat with Chumma Kizhi.
The wait
The PU4LYF team did really well on stage. However, their set was a little lengthier than expected. Restlessness among the audience was building at a steady pace, as their performance ended. There also appeared to be a technical problem that required a stage-hand to climb up the scaffolding on the stage. A welcome distraction, but not for long.
The wait for Sid to emerge was too long. Phones were up on Insta-story mode a few times, only to be bitterly deleted. “Better conserve your battery for now, guys,” Stylo announced. There was a pointless countdown that led to more waiting in pitch darkness. Sid Sriram Live in Penang was supposed to begin at 7 pm, but there was no sign of Sid up until almost two hours later.
Adiye
The stage was shrouded in red when we hear our hero sing those words that first captivated us, “Manasa thoranthaayae nee,” Sid appears, amidst the crimson smoke, with strobes of purple light illuminating him, as Leon James created magic on the keyboard.

Sid and his band performed all our favourites, and then some. Tunes like Mei Nigara, Visiri, En Ennai Pirinthaal and Maruvaarthai were executed perfectly. Love was certainly in the air during his rendition of Tharame Tharame and Ennadi Maayavi Nee, despite a fallen lyric stand. Ennai Maatrum Kaadhale was phenomenal thanks to his insane energy levels, and there was no Red Bull can in sight.
Related:  Sid Sriram’s Heart and Soul 3.0 concert to hit KL this 7th October, Tickets on sale June 1, 11AMThalli Pogathe brought the house down with the numerous column smoke machines. Sid tried the smoke gun, but wasn’t feeling it, so he let the column smoke machines on stage do their thing instead.
At the climax of a song, Sid appears to go into an out of body state that almost resembles a melodic seizure as he holds a note and bounces on stage. This works really well, as we, his fans, go through a similar state internally, in our seats.

His rendition of Kannu Thangom and En Uyir Kaatre were sublime. Never in our wildest dreams did we imagine we would watch Sid Sriram sing his own Tamil film composition, live.
Sid didn’t just stick to his songs. He performed Tamil classics such as Pudhu Vellai Malai, Kanne Kalaimaane, Thenpaandi Cheemaiyile and even Uyire Uyire, which had all the flashlights swaying with him. This was thoroughly enjoyable, particularly for the older generation in the crowd.
Interestingly, Sid engaged well with the audience. During the brief interlude between songs, he’d give us the low-down of the next song and what it meant to him. He shared how Kobe Bryant’s death shattered him, the pain of losing a loved one and even his views on God and religion. It was as if we were getting to know who he is under all those layers.
The band
The amount of talent on the stage that night was a sight to behold. Kanjira player Shree Sundarkumar blew us away with his skills on the instrument, even going into a kuthu beat at one point. During his solo, music director Leon James made sweet love to the keyboard, resulting in multiple ear-gasms.

Sid’s set had two drummers, Ramkumar Kanakarajan and Tapass Naresh. Ramkumar also handled the electric drums. Yes, Sid definitely NEEDED both drummers, and they were nothing short of perfect.

Keba Jeremiah was in the front line, manning the bass while Sanjeev Thomas was on the electric guitar with an interesting (and culturally appropriated) headgear. TL, DR: The band was out of this world that night.
The rest
The lighting at the event was extraordinary. Background visuals were good, except for the songs Jiya Jale and Maacho, when the visuals were simply remarkable. Muren Chandran of Pixelhood Malaysia personally worked on these. Our only dissatisfaction was that these visuals weren’t there for every song.

At times, the live streaming that was playing on the screen focused on the wrong musician. However, the many times that they did get this right, the camera work was excellent. At one point, kanjira player Sundarkumar was in the foreground while Keba was strumming the bass behind him and Sid was jumping to the tune in the background.
The entire concert was also notably a boys club. There was not one female performer on stage the entire night. No, the host doesn’t count. Gender diversity doesn’t seem like a tall order, does it?
“WE WANT MORE!”
The song selection during the last 30 minutes (and the entire set, to be fair) was simply brilliant. “Aaraariraaroo raaroo..” he began, as we surrendered our hearts to this magician standing in front of us. He then sang Poova Thalaya, followed by everyone’s favourite Maruvaarthai. At this point, we were high on Sid, and we sang along to the final song, Ennodu Nee Irunthal with Sid Sriram in mind.

Sid thanked the audience and left the stage along with his band. And then something spectacular happens. People begin leaving, but a group starts chanting, “WE WANT MORE! WE WANT MORE!” The chant grew, and lo and behold, Sid and his band come out for one last song!
There is not a soul in the audience who will forget this rendition of Ennai Maatrum Kaadhale that night. We will never be able to listen to the song on Spotify without getting goosebumps about this performance. A very well executed finisher.

We basically had three full hours of Sid and his band. Yes, read that again. They took no breaks, and maintained that incredible energy throughout their performance.
Sid Sriram Live in Penang was exceptional on the whole, with a few minor flaws. There is now a new market for Tamil concerts in Penang, and we cannot wait to see what lies ahead for the island.
Also, this concert speaks volumes about the young company that organised it, Woodmark Events. With two sold out concerts in two cities within the span of a year, they have proven themselves to be a formidable player in the league of growing concert organisers. Well done, guys. 2020 is going to be a bloody good year for Tamil concerts if the rest take the cue from Sid Sriram Live in Penang.
All images are credits of Barathan Amuthan.
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WATCH: Rajinikanth’s Darbar Trailer Is Here!

The highly anticipated trailer of Rajinikanth’s next flick, Darbar has been released earlier today. And surprise surprise, Thalaivar may just be reprising his villainous streak in this police action flick!
“We live to protect! We die to serve!” Rajinikanth says, as he plays Comissioner of Police, Adithya Arunasalam, based in Mumbai. “Original-a ve naan villain, ma!” he affirms before going into a singsong of “I’m a bad cop,”
Suniel Shetty (whose suave beard steals the show in his Tamil comeback) is the baddie and he is convincing enough to make us want to root for Thalaivar. Nayanthara doesn’t disappoint either, and she matches Rajinikanth’s enigmatic screen presence in the trailer.

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Paresh Rawal To Play Villain In Suriya’s ‘Soorarai Pottru’!

Paresh Rawal is one of those rare actors who can play the role of a comedian and a villain. That takes some serious talent.

Tollywood actor Mohan Babu was roped in to play crucial role in Suriya’s Soorarai Pottru. Sudha Kongara, who did Irudhi Suttru, will be directing this film.
The latest news is that Bollywood actor Paresh Rawal has been cast in the film, which will mark his debut in Tamil cinema.
Paresh Rawal plays the antagonist in the film and will be seen as a business airline’s Chief Executive Officer. The film is reported to be a biopic based on the life of Indian entrepreneur GR Gopinath – a retired Indian army captain and founder of Air Deccan.
However, an official announcement on the same is yet to be made.

Produced by Suriya’s 2D Entertainment and co-produced by Guneet Monga, Soorarai Pottru has music by GV Prakash Kumar.

Aparna Balamurali, who was last seen in Rajiv Menon’s film Sarvam Thaala Mayam, is paired opposite Suriya. I

nterestingly, stunt choreographer Greg Powell of Skyfall, Fast And Furious and Bourne Ultimatum fame has worked on the action sequences of the film.

WOW!

More updates to follow!
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Will Smith Congratulates Ranveer Singh On His Film ‘Gully Boy’

Actor Will Smith has taken it to Instagram to congratulate Ranveer Singh for his latest film ‘Gully Boy’. Ranveer plays a 22-year-old disenfranchised youth  from the slums of Mumbai who dreams of becoming a rap star. The Zoya Akhtar movie has become an instant global sensation with it’s gritty storyline and impeccable cast of actors, which includes Alia Bhatt, Kalki Koechlin and Siddhant Chaturvedi.

In a short Instagram story, Hollywood actor Will Smith said, “Yo Ranveer! Congrats man. I am loving what you doing. Gully Boy. I have seen old school hip hop, seen hip hop all over the world. I am loving it. Go get it.”
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Gully Boy, which is inspired based on actual life events of rappers Vivian Fernandes and Naveed Shaik, is a massive hit in its home turf and internationally. The film is expected to join the ‘Rs 100 crore-club’ within the next couple of days.
Karan Johar and Ranveer Singh Giving A ‘Bollywood Lesson’ To Will Smith
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Rajinikanth Skips Wedding Anniversary Celebrations To Honour Sridevi

The death of legendary Indian actress Sridevi shocked the world over the weekend.
Fans all over the world mourned her loss, including A-list actors, actresses, and musicians in the Indian film industry.
Superstar Rajinikanth is no exception. The actor, who starred alongside Sridevi in the 1976 classic Moondru Mudichu, extended his condolences to Sridevi’s family on his official Twitter account.

I’m shocked and very disturbed. I’ve lost a dear friend and the industry has lost a true legend. My heart goes out to her family and friends. I feel the pain with them #RIPSridev … you will be missed.
— Rajinikanth (@rajinikanth) February 25, 2018

The Superstar was also photographed at Anil Kapoor’s home on Monday evening to pay his respects to the late actress and her family.
IndiaGlitz also reported that Rajinikanth will be skipping his wedding anniversary celebrations to respect the mourning period for Sridevi. Rajini has not missed his wedding anniversary celebrations in the last 37 years.

Sridevi was found dead at her apartment at the age of 54 on Sunday. According to post-mortem reports, she drowned in her bathtub after losing consciousness.
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