Tamil Cinema’s Most Underrated Actors! Its Time To Recognise Their Talent!

Tamil cinema has been a prolific industry throughout the years, delivering a plethora of excellent actors. Although many of them have been known as successful performers, some may only be looked upon as the most overlooked actors in Kollywood, taking into account the last few years.
Intriguingly, a few of Tamil’s most underrated actors happen to be also the most well known actors, but have yet to receive accolades for their talent in Kollywood cinematic, unlike that of their much more famous colleagues such as Vijay, Surya, Vijay Sethupathi and the list goes on.
So the concern here is, will they ever be remembered as good actors with an absolutely stellar range of acting abilities?
Arvind Swamy

Arvind Swamy has indeed been nearly forgotten until Thani Oruvan ‘s release. Doubtless prior to staring in Thani Oruvan and in Bogan, it has opened the doors unleashing the actor back on the screens.

He was once the heartthrob of many ladies in the 90’s era after his romantic debut in Mani Ratnam’s movie Roja, acting alongside Madhubala. He has an ability to seize the screen given any roles, from playing a corporate world villain to a local thug or a loving father, he has outdone it with staggering performance ever since his comeback into the tamil film industry.
Vishnu Vishal

Giving a thrilling performance in his role in Ratchasan, playing a cop trying to solve a mystery case while determined to save his family was a hit for this actor. Vishnu Vishal is an often overlooked actor. He is one of the actors in the industry that is keen on trying out content films but due to circumstances, he does commercial flicks to keep his name alive on screens.
He has also made mildly amusing commercial films such as Velainu Vanthutha Velakkaran, Katha Nayagan and is endeavouring to balance between content based serious films with entertainment focused films.
MS Bhaskar

Tamil cinema is well known in building a strong story arch for supporting characters in the films. Amid the inclusion of mass heroes, we can see a spectrum of supporting actors shine even in major films. One of the unexpected achievements this decade has been the success of MS Bhaskar.
Whenever he appears in most films, he successfully grabs the spotlight every time. In his recent movie 8 Thottakkal, MS Bhaskar was the movie’s soul. Not only did he play a part in the plot, but he held the entire film on his own, showcasing his versatility!
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A National Award actor who has performed outstandingly in the Tamil, Telugu and Malayalam movie industry and yet is scarcely known. He’s done some pretty good movies in Pizza, Soodhu Kavvum, Neram and Jigarthanda gaining a good amount of support from fans for his acting.
His character as a Madurai mobster Sethu in Karthik Subbaraj’s movie was unquestionably awe-inspiring. Upon receiving a prestigious award for Best Supporting Actor, he still sits on the periphery and is hardly seen on the screens.
Prasanna

Prasanna who is mostly doing supporting roles, now believes these roles are like a detour, that would inevitably guide him to the spot he intends to make which is a lead hero. He has proven his mettle portraying negative roles in his recent movie Mafia, and made a debut in a film called Nibunan, which was a pretty decent, fast-paced film, but it didn’t reach out to the audience that much.
 Prasanna has also acted in few tamil films that didn’t make a hit in Kollywood, but made a huge reach when it was remade in other languages.
Prithviraj

Prithviraj is such a formidable and brilliant actor. He can play almost any role, as required by the script. His parts in films such as Mozhi, Ennu Ninte Moideen, Paavada and Amar Anthony Akbar have been few of his best movies in his league.
He has played a significant part in candy boys, gritty action roles and even villainous roles, all highly appreciated. In fact, Prithvi’s also a wonderful playback singer. Currently he is only making debuts in Mollywood due to the well recognition he gets there.
The list embraces thESE very talented actors who may have not garnered enough accolades for their accomplishments alone, as they should have.
The list has actors of those who have failed to establish themselves as intriguing actors, despite having the potential to develop into amazing actors in the industry.
The writer believes such actors should be given the necessary and deserving recognition. Its about time!
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Sports Host Rueben Thevandran & Wife Joyce Welcome Newborn Son

Sports host Rueben Thevandran and his wife, Joyce Jemimah have welcomed a baby boy, Colton Shane Rueben on Saturday.
One day after sharing the first glimpse of his newborn, the host of Astro Arena has posted a picture of his son, with a moving note.

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Congratulations, Burn & Joyce!
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Amy Jackson Is Pregnant

Amy Jackson took to Instagram to announce that she and her partner, George Panayiotou are expecting their first child, and that the baby is due in October.

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I’ve been waiting to shout it from the roof tops, and today, being Mother’s Day, it couldn’t be a more perfect time… I already love you more than anything in this world, the purest most honest love. We can’t wait to meet you our little Libra one ❤
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Yesterday was Mothers Day in the UK and Amy decided to share her news with the world. Fans and friends of the actress have showered her social media handles with love and congratulatory wishes.
Amy and George were dating for a couple of years before getting engaged in January. George is the son of British property developer Andreas Panayiotou and the founder of The Ability Group. The Panayiotous own a chain of luxury hotels that include names like Hilton and the Park Plaza.
27 year old Amy was last seen in Rajinikanth’s 2.0. She has been signed on for the Hindi film Kick 2, which is reportedly in the post production stage as of now.
Will Amy continue her acting career in India once her bundle of joy arrives? Regardless, congratulations to the couple from Team Varnam!
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AirAsia’s Tony Fernandes Recovers From Dengue

‘Everyone can fly’, except pesky little mosquitoes.
Tony Fernandes
The CEO of Air Asia, Tony Fernandes, just posted on his social media that he was recovering from Dengue and was terrible sick for a week. The aviation tycoon wrote, “Been a tough week for me. Suffered like to hell and back. Posting this to ask people to please take care and do all to prevent the Aedes mosquito from causing dengue fever for you. Fog regularly and put medicine in still water.”

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The 55 year old CEO who revolutionised budget air travel in Southeast Asia is quickly recovering from Dengue fever that causes high grade fever, headache, joint pain, nausea and vomiting.Recently, Tony celebrated the Malaysian government’s decision to reduce airport tax to RM50.
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“What’s Wrong In Wanting To Be Alone?” – Shraddha Srinath in K13

Shraddha Srinath asks the pertinent question in the film K13. A psychological thriller directed by Barath Neelakantan, K13 will also feature Arulnithi.
The newly released teaser is a hodge podge of scenes, with the word ‘sorry’ scribbled on a wall flashing hauntingly throughout the minute long clip. At one point, we are left wondering if this is a horror film, as Arulnithi tells her, “I don’t believe in ghosts,”
Shraddha doesn’t seem to disappoint, going by the teaser. The references to mental illnesses in her narration is a breath of fresh air. Gayathrie and Yogi Babu make brief appearances in the teaser too. The film has music by Sam CS and its cinematography has been handled by Aravinnd Singh.
Who does Shraddha play and what is K13 about? We will have to wait until October to find out. Meanwhile, here is the teaser to confuse you.

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Gardenia KL Survey Discusses Correlation Of Unhappy Childhood With Adult Mental Wellness

A recent survey by Gardenia Bakeries KL (Gardenia KL) revealed that 15.8% of Malaysians experienced an unhappy childhood. It further revealed a correlation between respondents who suffered unhappy childhoods and the likelihood of divorce in adulthood (12.8%), compared to a divorce rate of 3.3% among respondents who had a relatively happy childhood. The survey kicked off Gardenia KL’s Wellness Begins at Home 2023 campaign, aimed at encouraging people to move from feeling challenged to that of a challenger mentality instead. The survey also examined root challenges and their correlation to mental health issues faced by Malaysians.
Correlation between childhood experiences and divorce rates
“Gardenia KL introduced the Wellness Begins at Home Campaign with the aim of creating a safe space to normalise discussions around mental wellness. The community is definitely more aware of the importance of mental health now compared to the past. We believe there’s still room to grow in terms of awareness, education, and removing the stigma around seeking help for mental health issues. Gardenia KL’s role in this area is to provide a platform for powerful messages to inspire positive change in this space,” explained Gardenia Bakeries KL’s Corporate Affairs and Public Relations General Manager, Hazlinah Harun.
Respondents were asked multiple-choice questions and given the option to select more than one answer. When asked about reactions to unhappy childhoods, the top three responses shared were strong feelings of respondents not wanting to become like their parents (39.4%) and that they could not wait to move out of the family home when they had the chance (25.3%). Meanwhile, 16.3% of respondents indicated their inability to change their childhood situations due to a lack of options at the time.
In terms of gender categorization, females were found to be more likely to leave home sooner (15.2%) compared to male respondents (7.7%).
The survey findings affirmed the critical role of the family unit as the foundation of an individual’s sense of identity and a benchmark for choices and tendencies in adulthood. It also revealed that respondents who experienced alienation or estrangement from the family were more likely to experience challenges. Some of the top observations that respondents shared were that 83% felt they became hot-tempered, 80% felt they experienced mental health issues, and 83% experienced a loss of direction in life.
The family supports system is key
“It’s a journey when we’re dealing with mental health issues—a difficult journey,” explained Mental Illness Awareness and Support Association (MIASA) President, Anita Abu Bakar. “The most important thing is to know that you’re not alone and that no matter what is happening, it will pass. Reach out if you are indeed struggling, and don’t give up,” she advised.
The ‘Kalis Koyak’ survey by Gardenia KL was carried out in collaboration with SOSCILI. The survey drew responses from 1,020 Malaysians ranging in age from 17 to 56 years and above, mainly residing in Selangor, Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya, and Penang. The respondents comprised a mix of single individuals and married couples, both with and without children.
If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis, please reach out to MIASA via www.miasa.org.my which offers mental health assessment and consultation, counselling services, spiritual therapy, therapeutic assessment, psychological services, and peer support. Alternatively, contact the MIASA 24-hour helpline at 1-800-820-066.
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Super Deluxe Review: A Ballsy, Creative and Thought-Provoking Tale [NETFLIX]

Super Deluxe may not be the greatest Tamil movie of all time, but an argument can be made that it’s the most unique. It follows a few sets of unrelated characters over the span of a few hours — some of them interlock directly, others don’t — yet the different threads interweave seamlessly to form a magnificent tapestry. What happens to one character dealing with his/her own problems affects another character who’s on a completely separate track. This isn’t just a storytelling gimmick, it’s tied to one of the central themes of the film: Like the millions of microscopic cells that make up our body, we (along with the stars in the sky and the centipedes on the ground) are tiny interconnected specs that make up this vast universe.
It’s also a very ballsy film. Despite starring one of the biggest stars in Tamil cinema, Vijay Sethupathi, this is not your standard affair, simplistic, morally black and white star vehicle. Oh, not at all. Super Deluxe begins with a voiceover phone conversation as the film’s opening credits flashes on screen. At first, it appears to be relatively harmless banter between two former college lovers. The guy says he misses her and the girl, Vaembu (Samantha), mentions that she was forced into an arranged marriage. They then talk about random stuff and Vaembu invites him over. When the first frame fades in, we see Vaembu on top of the guy riding him like a jockey at a ranch on a Sunday afternoon. Suddenly, he dies (not a bad way to go out, if you ask me). Her husband’s on the way home, so what will she do?

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Before that, we cut to a group of boys who have all agreed to skip school, gather at a friend’s place and watch porn… with 3D glasses. But the hilariousness of this coming-of-age comedy segment is pierced by an unexpected turn of events — the revelation that the pornstar is one of the boys’ mom (Ramya Krishnan). At a different side of town, we meet a nuclear family, the kind where everyone is either gossiping in a corner or has a stupid opinion on why Jyothi’s husband left her and their little boy a few years ago. Jyothi doesn’t know too, but as the kid excitedly notes: Daddy is coming home today! Except when the cab door opens, it’s not a man who steps out of the vehicle, but a woman (Vijay Sethupathi in his best performance to date). It looks like daddy has become a mommy. Next, we’re introduced to a religious fanatic who has started a new religion. He believes that his God can heal all wounds, provide mutes with the ability to speak and paraplegics the strength to walk.
Human beings are egoistic. We’re also often judgemental hypocrites who live in our own bubble and think that the other way is wrong. And we do so while hiding under the veil of righteousness. In Super Deluxe writer-director Thiagarajan Kumararaja takes all these characters, puts them in very sticky situations, strips them of their veils and observes how they would react. How would the religious zealot whose almighty can heal all wounds react when his own flesh and blood gets stabbed with a screwdriver and is on his deathbed? We all love watching porn, we can’t imagine a world without porn (when I was in high school, everybody used to flock around that one guy who had porn stored in his phone and beg him to transfer it to our phones via Bluetooth. It was like we were stuck in prison and there was only one inmate with a pack of cigarettes stashed under his bed). Yet, if there’s a woman in our family who happens to be a pornstar, we ostracise them, disown them.

Thiagarajan’s writing is excellent. Super Deluxe is less about the plot (rarely does it inorganically push certain pieces around so that it can get to its designated end) and more of an examination and commentary of human behaviour. How we humans know so little about the world around us yet judge so much. I love the way Thiagarajan pens characters and dialogue. Characters don’t just speak in exposition, they don’t just say stuff that will further the plot. Yet, everything they say is entertaining and reveals a little something about the characters, even during the comedic moments (this is one of the funniest Tamil films I’ve seen in a while).
Vaembu’s husband Mugil (Fahadh Faasil) has an extended conversation with his wife’s ex-boyfriend’s corpse. Of course, he wonders if the reason why his wife cheated on him with her ex is because he has a big dick and contemplates looking what lies within the corpse’s pants. It’s a chuckle-inducing, absurd sequence that also tells us Mugil is both insecure and oblivious. There are also some stinging lines here, like the one where an old lady tells Shilpa that there’s a stark difference between logic and reality. Super Deluxe will work your brain as much as it does your heart.

I mentioned ballsy earlier. The ballsiness doesn’t just refer to Vijay Sethupathi playing a transgender or the heavy subject matter, but Thiagarajan’s willingness to embrace artistic weirdness. At one point a Northerner — an “outsider” — reveals herself to be a literal alien. This kind of “random nonsense” (there’s more to it than meets the eye) that’s creative and completely far-out is rarely seen in Tamil cinema. Heck, it’s hardly seen in mainstream Hollywood films too, but common in the indie circuit, especially in films that come out of A24’s womb. Speaking of indie films, Super Deluxe is also shot, edited and paced in a manner that’s unconventional to Tamil cinema.
Thiagarajan is as good a director as he is a writer. He uses plenty of still shots, where characters would have entire conversations, while the camera just lingers without cutting away. At one point, we witness an entire 3-minute scene from a distance, through an open door of a living room without any cuts or camera movement. There’s a flair about it, but it’s more than style — P.S. Vinod and Nirav Shah’s cinematography is both gorgeous and evocative. It can make us feel like a few different things: A nosy neighbour looking at the commotion that’s going on outside, a helpless individual who can only observe or maybe… an alien watching the absurdities from afar. I also love how he uses wide unmitigated shots to create tension and suspense — like the heart racing scene where a young boy runs home seething with anger, overwhelmed with emotion.

Super Deluxe switches between comedy, drama and thrills flawlessly. Some of the best scenes in the film happen very early on. While attempting to chop up a corpse, Vaembu and Mugil stop dead in their tracks when they realised a young boy has been staring at them. Vaembu’s absolutely priceless reaction is a meld of good writing, directing and performance. Or what about the scene where the principal chases Vijay Sethupathi’s Shilpa out of his son’s school simply because of his sexuality. The manner in which the principal says, “no no no no,” is almost comedic, but it evokes a sense of uneasiness and breaks your heart.
Vijay Sethupathi delivers his career-best performance. It’s restrained, believable and absolutely magnetic. The scene in which he looks at the mirror and puts on a saree is something to be cherished. Also, watch the way he maintains his composure in front of his son at the police station, but expresses vulnerability when he’s not there. Shilpa’s little son, by the way, played by Ashwanth Ashokkumar is a show-stealer. Everyone else, from Samantha to Ramya Krishnan to Mysskin, all bring their ‘A’ game too.
There’s also the sound design and Yuvan Shankar Raja’s composition. A sequence in a police station is particularly uncomfortable to watch. We hear the banging and clanging of construction that’s happening outside, sounds that slowly morphs into a suspenseful score.
If I have to nitpick, I would say the film does drag ever so slightly. Most of the scenes are engrossing, but the ones involving the highschoolers getting entangled with some gangsters are not only bland but also quite obviously engineered just to give them something to do until they get to the alien and also the scene where they fling a television set over the roof. But once we eventually get there and watch the television land with a glorious smile-cracking thud, it’s well worth the wait. Super Deluxe is great!
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Hearts of Harris 4.0: An Electrifying Concert in KL with a record of 4 sell out shows !

The grace from the electrifying night of Hearts of Harris 3.0 would have given the fans who were to attend 4.0, a little hesitation if the same level of energy would be delivered from the artist on the next day since they had not only rocked the stage, instead the huge building of Axiata Arena was captivated with the vibes of Hearts of Harris 3.0. But, the whole team of Hearts of Harris made sure their fans never doubted them at all! Yes, it is because each and every artist came up with a different level of energy the next day that no one could ever imagine. As you step into the grandiose venue, a kaleidoscope of lights dances before your eyes, painting the air with hues of vibrant intensity. The stage of Hearts OF Harris 4.0 stands as a majestic altar, adorned with towering speakers that reverberate with a palpable anticipation. The air was thick with the heady scent of excitement from the thousands of fans.
Performance of our Mannin Mainthargal
The host of local artist performances by Kogu and Vikneswari kept the crowd engaged. The local artist show started with Chende Melam along with a peacock dance performance by Sri Bootha Naatha Chende Melam team. Their energized beat tuned the audience to set their frequency for a stunning night. Following that, the King and Queens of our homeland justified why local songs are unique in their own way. Dj Slick started the night by playing a few iconic songs, Lingges presented two songs, one with music and one without music with his melodious voice. Gayathri recreated the hype of ‘Amsamaana Guluvali’ song from the movie “Mainthan”. Beat Boxer Hardebee and mimicry artist Kathiravan gave an engaging performance, meanwhile, Arvind Raj and Amos Paul presented two of their unreleased songs on stage which received a wide celebration from the crowd. The performances of Kavithai Gundar, Emcee Jesz with their rocking songs and Murthy singing vintage Rajini songs pulled the crowd. Next, even the seating zones at the Axiata Arena became the dance floor for the songs played by Dj Dasss. No one could hold themselves from dancing after hearing the playlist of Dj Dasss. Magnificently, the Arena was filled with sea of flashlights when ‘Usuraiye Tholaichen‘ song was played. The beauty in darkness and rocking voices energized the night. The crowd went wild when he played ‘Yaakai Thiri’.
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The next performance was Darkkey’s Sambarock which took the crowd to the next level. It would be unbelievable if someone says that people are vibing for a song that was released literally 27 years ago but it was a fact when the crowd crooned to Darkkey’s ‘Akkamage‘ song. The crowd enjoyed the song as if it is a song fresh from the oven. Moreover, it was Darkkey’s birthday on that day. The moment was cherished by a quick but cute celebration with cake cutting and huge blessings from the crowd. Psychomantra’s rocking performance wrapped up local artist’s show.
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The Grand Entry of Dato’ Malik
The man behind the success of the series of Hearts Of Harris arrived at Axiata Arena. His entry into Arena was welcomed with the graceful celebration of the fans along with a video display and special background music, “Dato’ Malik…Dato’ Malik” which was the highlight of the moment. Dato’ Malik was accompanied by Indian actress Anu Emmanuel and Mirnalini during his grand entry. His stunning and stylish look got captured by hundred of cameras.
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Dato’ Malik, the Chairman of Malik Streams Production is continuously satisfying Malaysian Indians by presenting Hearts Of Harris concert a number of times to ensure all the fans who were eagerly waiting for the concert, get to experience the magical night at least for once. As a result of his great initiative, four episodes of Hearts of Harris got sold out and still loading. Fans could expect more exciting updates!
Kickstarting the Musical Night
With much pride, once again the team of artists from Hearts of Harris 4.0 welcomed their fans to the epitome of sonic euphoria, a concert so magnificent that it transcends the boundaries of mere entertainment and becomes an unparalleled sensory experience. Krish officiates the lineup of power-packed performances with ‘Unnale Unnale’ song which was widely celebrated by the fans. From solo performances to ensemble pieces, the singers were skilled at captivating the audience with their powerful voices, emotional range, and dynamic stage presence.
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The artists of the night were Karthik, Krish, Haricharan, Naresh Iyer, Tippu, Sathyaprakash, Diwakar, Christopher Stanley, Aalaap Raju, Sridhar Sena, Harini, Sharmila, Vishnupriya, Haripriya and the junior Harris, Nicholas. The musicians, masters of their craft, command their instruments with virtuosic precision, their fingers a blur of passion and expertise. The singers delivered captivating performances that left the audience awestruck.  They demonstrated their vocal skills by effortlessly hitting high notes, doing difficult vocal runs, and singing while expressing intense emotions. The concert featured solo, duet, and group performances, emphasizing both individual talent and tasteful ensemble work.
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‘Yetho ondru unnai ketpen’ song from Christopher Stanley, Sridhar Sena, and Vishnupriya was one of the best from the playlist.  This song is from the movie ‘Lesa Lesa’ which was released in 2003. Initially, this song was sung by Harish Raghavendra and Srilekha Parthasarathy. Despite years of release, this song was still evergreen among the fans. The crowd was singing along to each and every single line of the songs.
Next, the flute part from ‘Muthal Kanave’ song did not fail to impress the crowd. Nikhil caught everyone’s eyes during the performance. He delivered that in such a perfect way with his flute. The singing of Sridhar Sena and Haripriya justified the soul of the song.
Combo of Karthik and Krish
The overwhelming fanbase for Karthik and Krish was unbelievable. The combo of singer Karthik and Krish refers to the collaboration between two prominent Indian playback singers, Karthik and Krish, in the field of music. Both artists have made significant contributions to the Indian film industry through their soulful voices and versatile singing styles. Karthik and Krish produce stunning musical creations that enthrall listeners when they work together. Their vocals blend well together, and when they sing together, the result was frequently an incredible and beautiful experience for the audience. Their performances in Hearts of Harris 4.0 displayed tremendous technique, emotion, and a profound understanding of the music they bring to life, whether it’s a duet or a solo piece with one of them.
Related:  "Thennisai Thendral Deva" A Masterpiece Musical Breeze Down Memory LaneKarthik’s ‘Aval Ulaga Azhagiye’ and ‘Uyire En Uyire’  melted everyone’s hearts as usual. His vocals in ‘Aval Ulaga Azhagiye’ were simply mesmerizing. He effortlessly expressed the emotions of love and longing, making the song an absolute delight to listen to. ‘Uyire En Uyire‘ is a heartfelt melody that showcases Karthik’s versatility as a singer. His soothing voice added depth and emotion to the song, leaving a lasting impact on the crowd till date. His ability to convey the emotions of love and longing through his voice is commendable, which made the performance truly captivating in Hearts of Harris 4.0.
‘Karu Karu Vizhigalal’,  the most awaited song rocked the stage with the presence of Karthik and Krish. “Karthik and Krish’s collaboration in the song ‘Karu Karu Vizhigalal’ was an absolute masterpiece! Its seamless blend of soulful melodies and heartfelt music of Harris created an enchanting experience for the crowd. The way their voices intertwine and complement each other was truly magical. The entry of Naresh Iyer towards the ending was top-notch.
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The Masterpiece Album: ‘Minnale’ and ‘Vaaranam Aayiram’
Both ‘Minnale‘ and ‘Vaaranam Aayiram’ movie are evergreen movies from the collaboration of Harris Jayaraj and Gautham Vasudev Menon. All the songs from both movies would never fade from our memories. Those songs deliver a soulful connection to us even after years. Nicholas, the junior Harris presented ‘Oh Shanti‘ song from ‘Vaaranam Aayiram‘ as a pure rendition. Krish rocked his ‘Adiye Kolluthey‘. Naresh Iyer sang his version of ‘Munthinam Paarthene‘ which was still fresh. ‘Yethi Yethi‘ by Sridhar Sena, Christopher, Naresh Iyer, and Sathyaprakash, and ‘Nenjukkul Peithidum’ by Haricharan was also equally enjoyed by the fans. The film’s music by Harris Jayaraj is a major highlight, with melodious songs that perfectly capture the essence of love and longing. The catchy tunes and soulful lyrics will stay with us long after watching the movie.
‘Vaseegara’, the iconic song from ‘Minnale‘ movie caught the crowd’s eyes. A standout component of the movie is Harris Jayaraj’s soundtrack, which features catchy melodies that beautifully express love and longing. Years after seeing the movie, you’ll still remember the catchy songs and moving lyrics. ‘Vaseegara’ and ‘Venmathi Venmathi’ songs were performed on the stage.
GVM on the stage: The story behind ‘Anjala’
The well-known director of Tamil cinema, Gautham Vasudev Menon (GVM), appeared on the stage on the night of 4.0. Harris, Gautham Vasudev Menon and Karthik shared their moments from their journey during ‘Vaaranam Aayiram‘ movie. Initially, GVM had requested Harris for the music of ‘Tappu melam‘ as he wanted a fast-beat song and it was a breakup song. He wanted to initiate a new genre where it’s a breakup song and the penned lyrics would express the pain but the fast beat of the song would make us transform all the grief into dance. At this point, Harris suggested that the sound of ‘Tappu melam’ would never suit the classy style of GVM and instead of that, he gave him ‘Anjala’, the masterpiece celebration of pain. They introduced a very different perspective of pain in the name of the ‘celebration of pain’. A Masterpiece indeed!
The music composed by Harris Jayaraj perfectly complements the emotions conveyed in the song, with its gentle guitar strums, soft piano melodies, and the seamless fusion of Indian and Western musical elements. ‘Anjala’ is not just a song; it’s an experience. It takes you on a journey of love, memories, and the longing for a lost connection. When Karthik starts singing the song, it tugged at our heartstrings and evokes a sense of bittersweet emotions. GVM also joined Karthik during the celebration of ‘Anjala‘ on the stage which added beauty to the moment. The ‘Yaaro koodave varuvaar, yaaro paathiyil povaar..athu yaaru enna onnum namme kaiyil illaiye’ part went wild and everyone in the Axiata Arena screamed their hearts out. This song will remain a timeless gem that continues to captivate and enchant listeners, making it a standout track from the remarkable soundtrack of “Vaaranam Aayiram.”
Anticipating updates of ‘Dhuruva Natchathiram‘
GVM also shared about ‘Dhuruva Natchathiram‘ in 4.0. ‘Dhuruva Natchathiram’ is one of the most awaited movie directed by the great Gautham Vasudev Menon, composed by Harris Jeyaraj, and starring Chiyaan Vikram. ‘Oru manam‘ song from the movie which was sung by Karthik was ruling everyone’s playlists.
Closing of the Record-Breaking Night
The audience, united by a shared love for the music, swaying and undulating with an organic rhythm. In this moment, time stands still, and the outside world fades into insignificance, as the concert becomes an all-encompassing universe of pure bliss.
As the final note ‘Manjal Veyil’ reverberates through the ether, the arena erupts in a thunderous ovation, a testament to the transformative power of music. The song was perfect to be the wrap-up of the night. The echoes of the concert linger in your heart, an indelible imprint on your soul, forever reminding you of the profound beauty and unifying magic that can be found within the walls of a truly unforgettable concert experience.
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With that, Dato’ Malik came up with another exciting announcement which stunned the crowd. With much pride, he announced followed by 5.0 which will take place in Penang, the series of Hearts Of Harris will be continued with 6.0 in Singapore and 7.0 again in Kuala Lumpur.
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Notably, the team of Hearts Of Harris has successfully created a World Record for organizing four series of sold out concerts in Malaysia. Credits go to Dato’ Malik for presenting the concert and to the whole team of artists from Hearts Of Harris who never failed to impress the audience beyond their expectations.
Varnam Malaysia is the Official Media Partner for “Hearts of Harris” Live in Kuala Lumpur 2023.
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Bharath Gears Up For Next Romantic Comedy Film

After his stellar performance the spy-thriller Spyder, Bharath is ready to hit back with another film.
Bharath will be playing the lead role in his next movie, 8, which directed by Vijay Kaviraj and produced by N. Rajkumar. Model-turned-actress Pooja Zaveri will be playing Bharath’s co-star in the romantic comedy thriller. Soori will be providing comic relief for the film, alongside funnyman Robo Shankar.

“We’ve already finished 60 per cent of the shoot in two schedules in Chennai, Pattukottai and Kerala. I only approached John Peters for the music, but he was so impressed with the project that he decided to co-produce it also.” director Vijay Kaviraj said.
“It would be a romantic entertainer. There are eight stages of man in life. Even after his death he needs to cross eight stages. This forms the crux of the film.” he added.
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WATCH: Vassan Kumaran Makes A Comeback With Ammavasay

Malaysian rapper and musician Vassan Kumaran has just dropped his new single, Ammavasay. The song also features Nassav.
Ammavasay was directed and penned by the singer himself. Selvakumar Danapallan has produced the 4-minute long music video. The official video has been released on OmenUlagam YouTube Channel.
Check out the video below:

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Death In Custody; Mugilarasu’s Family Seeking For Justice

V. Mugilarasu, a 35-years old man who died while under remand at the Sungai Buloh prison in Selangor. The machine operator is said to have collapsed in the prison cell after complaining of chest pains on July 2nd and breathed his last at 11 pm on the same day.
However, the death of Mugilarasu continuous to be a mystery at the moment. Neither has he died in prison nor while being transit to Sungai Buloh hospital as there’s a confusion in the post-mortem report.

According to the Chief Prison Department, the post-mortem results showed that Mugilarsasu suffered from a heart attack.
Meanwhile, the victim’s elder brother Karunakaran, says that they had a phone conversation with him a few hours before he was said to have collapsed, said that during their call he did not mention being unwell.
Mugilarasu’s family has claimed that they were not promptly informed about his demise, and only learning about it after 5 hours.
Datuk A. Sheelan and John Das, who were also representing Mugilarasu over his drug case, said the family suspects foul play because of the injuries they allegedly found on Mugilarasu’s body and the time discrepancy between his death and the time they were informed of it by the authorities.
“My client did not suffer from medical problems or chronic diseases,” Sheelan said.
Sheelan has also met with the pathologist performing the post-mortem and pointed out the injuries on his client’s body, to which the pathologist also concurred on the swellings on the body.
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MP Charles Santiago Demands For Equality In Education Regardless Of One’s Race

The alternative for improving the education system has been proposed, yet no consideration has been taken about how education should be fairly given without racial segregation.
Klang MP Charles Santiago has demanded an end to the “apartheid-esque” education system, claiming it traps bright Indian students from the B40 community in a cycle of poverty, reported by FMT.
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According to the opposition MP, the pre-university matriculation system turned away more than 200 straight-A’s Indian students, while Bumiputera admissions were above 90%.
Most of these children belong to the B40 low-income group, where education is the only route to success, yet an apartheid system is resisting them – Charles Santiago

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The MP stated that despite students’ good academic performance, the government chooses to use the “race card” to hinder them from enrolling in university education.
The recent declaration by Education Minister Radzi Jidin that the education system is stagnant owing to a lack of commitment to reform came as no surprise to him.
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Racial discrimination would only help to foster hatred and conflict amongst different racial groups, said Santiago.
He suggested Radzi build a system that is equitable to all Malaysians, regardless of race nor religion, rather than complaining about the current status of the education system in the country.
Future leaders who are competent and bright will be produced through promoting equality and providing easy access to university education based on rights and needs. – Charles Santiago
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Moondram Athigharam; A Sinister Crime Thriller To Send You A Frisson of Chills Up Your Spine!

A little bit of curiosity, without diving into horror!
Produced by Kalki Production Group, “Moondram Athigharam” – ‘The Third Rule’ is an upcoming spine-tingling crime thriller Malaysian film which really gives us the heebie jeebies feeling.

‘Normal is an Illusion. What is normal for the spider is Chaos for the fly!’

Helmed by SD Puvanendran along with three producers namely Akilan Supramuniam, Harigearan Subben and Ranjit Veloo, this bizarre thriller will leave you with a question mark on who’s the guy behind the creepy voice in the film. Being the music label and digital partner of the film, Divo has been a pillar in promoting this film on their platform as well.
The film features S. Haridhass, Jibrail Rajhula, KS Maniam, Kavitha Thiagarajan, Saresh D7, Kuben Mahadevan, Ravin Rao Santheran, Yogarajan Egambaram, Sureeta Sriram, Hamsni Perumal, Sarla Venusundram, S.A Chakravarthy, and Parthi JBM in prominent roles.

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Once the pandemic slowly subsides, Poketplay Films will be widely distributed in four countries comprising Malaysia, Singapore, India and Sri Lanka. Despite lingering uncertainties about the current pandemic, there’s a rising hope in returning to bricks-and-mortar cinemas since COVID-19 vaccines do have a positive and promising effect.

Hence, the team is planning to go for a theatrical release in July 2021 under Finas Wajib Plan.

When are thrillers even more thrilling? The entire team has certainly impressed the hell out of the audiences with an incredible plot along with a spectacular cinematography. On the music front, Balanraj and M Jagathees did a great job on the film’s music and soundtrack. Don’t believe me? Watch the teaser below:

Stay tuned for more updates on the theatrical release soon.
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“My First On Screen Kiss Was Uncomfortable,” Arun Vijay

Arun Vijay’s next film is the action packed Thadam. This Magizh Thirumeni directorial will also feature Tanya Hope, Vidya Pradeep, Sonia Aggarwal, Yogi Babu and Meera Krishnan. The actor admits that he was uncomfortable shooting his first on screen kiss, “I am doing a lip-lock on screen for the first time. And I was definitely not ready. I even asked Magizh if it was necessary. But he told me that it was needed. I was a bit uncomfortable, but he shot it esthetically,” he smiles.
Arun will be playing dual roles in Thadam, and he assures us that it is not that of a police officer. “When Magizh narrated the script to me, he said that this will be a milestone film in my career. I play a dual role, but both characters look similar. The script has so much detail, though!”

Thadam reportedly is a challenging role for Arun and he will showcasing his acting abilities like never before. This will be the second time that Arun and director Magizh will be working together, the last being Thadaiyara Thaakka.
Arun’s first foray into Bollywood is also coming up soon, with Saaho. The actor shares in an interview, “I had a great time shooting with Jackie Shroff, Neil Nitin Mukesh and Mandira Bedi. Prabhas is a great human being and it was fantastic working with him too,”
The Sid Sriram tune Inayae was released mid 2018 to rave reviews. Music director Arun Raj is behind the soulful melodies of the film. Thadam is set to release on March 1st. Until then, check out the songs from the film!
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WATCH: Shakthisree Gopalan Breathes New Life Into Poi Solla

Singer-songwriter Shakthisree Gopalan has given us some respite during the movement control order with her cover of Poi Solla from from the film April Maadhathil.
Shakthisree was joined by eminent pianist Bhuvanesh and guitarist Carl. A new life has been breathed into the original tune, composed by Yuvan Shankar Raja.
Nicely done, Shakthisree!

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Teaser Of Naandhi Is Out; A Film On Police Brutality!

On the occasion of Allari Naresh’s 38th birthday, the actor has surprised his fans by releasing the official teaser of his upcoming film. Helmed by Vijay Kanakamedala, the film will feature Varalakshmi Sarathkumar and Priyadarshi along with Naresh himself in the lead.
The teaser gives an insight into the police violence that resembles the country’s recent controversies. Naresh plays the role of an accuse who is battling his way for his judgment in the prison of Chanchalguda, Hyderabad. Nandini, produced by Satish Vegesna, and the music score was done by Sricharan Pakala.
Check out the official teaser here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bG3YgHjvG4U&feature=emb_logoVideo can’t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: Naandhi Teaser | Allari Naresh | Vijay Kanakamedala | Satish Vegesna |SV2 Entertainment (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bG3YgHjvG4U&feature=emb_logo)

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Vivekh Gives Us Vettaiyaadu Vilaiyaadu Vibes In Vellai Pookal

Actor Vivekh has made the leap from comedian to lead actor before. In his upcoming film, Vellai Pookal, however, he will be playing a veteran police officer who investigates a crime in the United States of America. Can you really blame us for feeling the Vettaiyaadu Vilaiyaadu vibes?
Vivekh is seen as a retired police officer who moves in with his son in the US, before stumbling onto a crime, with the trailer reminding us, “Once a cop, always a cop,”
Vellai Pookal also stars Charle, Pooja Devaraya, Paige Henderson and Dev. It will be a Ramgopal Krishnaraju musical and the cinematography is handled by Jerald Peter. The film appears to be completely shot in the US, and features beautiful scenery.

Vellai Pookal is produced by an American company Indus Creations in association with Tentkotta, the online streaming platform.
Indus Creations was set up by a group of Indian expatriates based in the US who passionately devote their time for performance arts, to raise funds for various charitable organizations in India. They do this by way of various theatre shows and film productions in Seattle.
Vellai Pookal will hit screens on the 18th of April.

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Sean Roldan Talks About Liverpool, Mirchi Siva & Performing In Malaysia For The First Time

Ladies and gentle, welcome to the main event of Mojo Projects this year – the Malaysian International Live Fusion Festival 2018!
After 3 explosive concerts, we can’t tell you how excited we are for this grand finale. The MILFF 2018 will see some big, big names like Benny Dayal, Andrea Jeremiah, Rajhesh Vaidhya, Sean Roldan, a well as local icons like Rabbit Mac, Sheezay, Lawrence Soosai, Santesh, Sasi the Don, and more!!
Recently, we had the pleasure of chatting with Sean Roldan, a talented musician, an adventure-seeker, and a devout Liverpool fan. We asked Sean about his music, his band, his best friends, and will Liverpool win the title the next season.

Varnam: Hi Sean. First of all, tell us why you decided to join hands with Mojo for the MILFF 2018?
Sean Roldan: Since we started in 2011, I have noticed that we have a big following in Malaysia. People like and relate to the stuff that we do. So Malaysia has always been on my radar, I always wanted to perform for the Malaysian audience. Before this I was quite busy with films and stuff, but now we finally have the chance to come to Malaysia – thanks to Mojo Projects.
What I really like about Mojo is that their focus is entirely on music. They don’t just put up a show for the sake of putting up a show. Their choice of artists is top notch, they want to give good music to the people – so I think Mojo is the best platform for me to reach out to my Malaysian fans.
Special shoutout to Silver Tree, especially Vijay, for making this happen. Vijay took care of all our needs and made sure we have everything we need.
V: What can fans expect from your set at MILFF?

SR: I started as an independent musician. It was independent music that brought me to film, so it’s a very important part of who I am and what I do. The best thing about independent music is that you have the freedom to express yourself. I wanted to focus on independent music all the way – but circumstances led me to films. However, I could still express myself in films with my music, and it’s a different experience.
Fans can expect a combination of both – my independent music with my band, as well as songs from the films I’ve worked on.
V: How do you feel about your first performance in Malaysia?
SR: The Malaysian audience seems to be a very music-loving audience. So I’m very, very excited to get there and perform for my fans in Malaysia!
V: Tell us about the Sean Roldan band.

SR: My band’s name is Sean Roldan & Friends. Back then, I had written some songs but I kept them to myself. When I met Pratip, he convinced me to share these songs with world, so that’s how we started playing together. Pratip is a pivotal part of the launch of the band. We were a four-piece band back then, but it has grown since, with plenty of top-notch musicians onboard.
V: Who would you consider your best friend in the industry?
SR: Mirchi Shiva and I are very close, we used to hang out a lot. We’re quite busy these days and we don’t see each other as much. But we whenever we meet, it never feels awkward, we pick up from right where we left off. What most people don’t know about Shiva is that he also has a spiritual side. He always wishes the best for people around him. I’m very close to Santosh as well, he’s always very encouraging and believes I can do better. What we did together musically is something I’ll always be grateful for.

I would also like to mention another person. I have traveled a lot with this person, and I didn’t think I’d be very close to him, but I did. It usually takes me a while to warm up to people and have conversations with them. That person is Dhanush sir. His ideas and visions really drew me in. We also have a lot of conversations about life and such. Our goals and what we want to achieve are very much aligned. We also crack a lot of jokes together, and we’re very good friends. I’m also very close to Siddharth, we have similar tastes in music. He’s also a very smart boy who stands up for what he believes in, and I admire that.
V: How did your family affect your life choices, especially in pursuing in music?
SR: My parents actually had zero impact on my life choices (laughs). Both my parents are renowned high-achieving individuals, so naturally, there would have been a lot of pressure on me if I choose music. They’d probably criticise everything I do. But luckily, they never did. They never pressured me to get into music. They maintained a neutral stance and I decided to explore what I wanted to do.
Of course, they would have been happier if I pursued Carnatic music all the way, but they’re still happy with the musician that I am. I wanted a more complete musical life. I was scared to be trapped in one box. So I was always experimenting with different things, because life is an adventure.
I’d also like to mention my wife, who has been very supportive about my music career. She’s also made many sacrifices for me, and I can’t thank her enough for it.

V: Have you performed with Andrea Jeremiah or Benny Dayal prior to this?
SR: I really love both Andrea and Benny for the musicians that they are. Andrea I’ve met on several occasions, we’ve had some really good conversations about music. Benny, I really wanted to work with him, it was almost going to happen – but then it didn’t because of some issues. That was really sad for me. Benny is amazing, his songwriting is really interesting to me. I’m really lucky to be performing at the same event as these two.
V: Any plans to collaborate with Malaysian artistes?
SR: I definitely want to collaborate with Malaysian musicians. I’ve had the pleasure of working with a few of them, and they’re absolutely amazing. I feel like there is a purity to Malaysian musicians, there’s truth in what they do. I like their attitude and how the scene is developing. Definitely looking at making collaborations happen.
V: You’re a devout Liverpool fan. Is next season Liverpool’s season?

SR: Okay. (clears throat) We just signed Fabinho, Naby Keita, and Xerdan Shaqiri also just came in. Some Arsenal fans might laugh at us because we signed Shaqiri. Generally, I’d like to see all the players as resources. When the resources work, it produces results. We signed Mo Salah last season for 35 million, and we’ve all seen what he can do. The midfield is much better – although we need a better goalkeeper – but I think we stand a chance to be title champions.
MILFF 2018 is happening on 8th September at the Stadium Juara, Bukit Kiara, starting 5pm.
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WATCH: Vishwaroopam II New Trailer

After many years, acclaimed actor Kamal Haasan (who’s also the director of this film) is set to release Vishwaroopam II, the sequel to the highly controversial Vishwaroopam. This film will be a spy-thriller, and just like its predecessor, will also contain elements of terrorism and religious extremism.

Directed by Kamal Haasan, Vishwaroopam II features Kamal Haasan in the leading role, with the likes of Pooja Kumar, Andrea Jeremiah, Shekhar Kapur, Rahul Bose and Jaideep Ahlawat in supporting roles. The film will feature music by Ghibran who previously worked together with Kamal Haasan in Thoongaavanam and Papanasam. The music in the first Vishwaroopam was composed by Shankar–Ehsaan–Loy.
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Pictures from Vishal & Anisha’s Engagement

Vishal and Anisha Alla Reddy got engaged over the weekend. The ceremony was held for close family and friends at a luxury hotel in Hyderabad on Saturday.
Reports are rife that the couple will tie the knot sometime in August or September. However, the newly engaged couple have not announced a wedding date.
The star studded event saw the likes of Manobala, Kutti Padmini, Sriman and Soundarraja in attendance.
In an interview with an English daily, Vishal revealed that he met Anisha for the first time when she came to him to promote her film. He said, “Ever since the news was out, people have been widely speculating that ours was an arranged marriage. No, we fell in love and have been seeing each other for quite some time now. Not a lot of people close to me are aware of this.”

Well the pics says it all. #anVShall.anisha s my fiancé.happy and blessed.luv u Anisha. https://t.co/Xv9T5uiuwY pic.twitter.com/tvpW8GdbbB
— Vishal (@VishalKOfficial) March 16, 2019
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Dr Burn Launches His Own Record Label – Sollisai Records

Malaysian rapper, lyricist and hip hop producer Dr Burn has launched his own record label, Sollisai Records. Popularly known as Sollisai Thalaivan, Dr Burn pays homage to the iconic term he coined, Sollisai, with this new venture.
He took to Instagram to make the announcement, revealing the first phase of the label’s artists. They are Simha, Marvellous Vish, Secular, Mathura Bashinii, B.L.K and Dr Burn himself.

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I am thrilled to announce first phase of Sollisai record’s artists line up. I’ve waited for this for a very long time and I think I am ready to break in. Here you go @mathurabashinii @marvellousvish @thereal_blk @___secular___ @simha_blacklion I am also pleased to announce the A&R @ramsescw and thanking you for the artwork. Welcome y’all. Stay tuned for more updates. let’s take it back when Tamil hip hop was poetry. #sollisai #drburn #kualalumpur #malaysia #sollisairecords #sollisaithalaivan #blk #simha #secular #marvelousvish #mathuramb #hiphop #tamilhiphop boys and girls please share #sir
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Born Ruban Manoharan, Dr Burn has been a prominent figure in the in the Malaysian Tamil hip hop scene for more than two decades.
He was previously part of the duo Natchatra, along with Emcee Jesz. They spectacular run with internationally acclaimed Malaysian Tamil hip hop artist, Yogi B and their album Vallavan was a worldwide hit. Dr Burn then went on to work in the Tamil film music industry, and has worked with some big names like Dharan, Simbu and Harris Jayaraj.
His most recent piece of work on our shores is the tune Azhagana Nyayiru, written and performed for the upcoming Malaysian Tamil film, Metro Maalai.
Well done, Dr Burn. Team Varnam wishes you the very best on this new adventure!
Keep up with Dr Burn’s upcoming projects on his Instagram handle here.
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Another Song With Meaningless Lyrics Garners 2 Million Views In 3 Days

Koovi Koovi Vikkura Caru, Roadu Mela Poguthu Paaru
This ‘kavithai’ is not a Standard 1 student’s attempt at poetry. Nope, it is a legitimate song, sung by Anirudh with music composed by Hip Hop Tamizha. The song is the first tune released from the upcoming Sivakarthikeyan-Nayanthara film, Mr Local.
Vaayen Onna Sernthu Povom, Oru Dating-meeting,
Vaaya Konja Konaya, Vechi Selfie Edukatta?
The lyrics to this poetic masterpiece were penned by Mirchi Vijay. He is a television anchor and actor.
Paren En Kannula Kadhala, Thayen Oru Mutham Onnu,
Ok Dhaan Neeyum Sonna, Husband Agatta?
Of course, the Tamil audience is least bothered about the undertone of harassment that comes with the song. The lyrical video on YouTube has fetched a whopping 2.4 million views in 3 short days. Speaks volumes, doesn’t it?

https://youtu.be/7pVoLXgQkokVideo can’t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: Mr.Local | Takkunu Takkunu Lyric Video | Sivakarthikeyan, Nayanthara | Hiphop Tamizha | M. Rajesh (https://youtu.be/7pVoLXgQkok)

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Enga Veetu Mapillai: Agatha Scores Dinner Date With Arya After Winning Challenge

On what appears to be the third episode of Arya’s reality TV show, Enga Veetu Mapillai (seriously, it’s so hard to stream this show in Malaysia), the ladies were tasked to write a love letter for their Prince Charming.
All 16 of them poured their hearts out on the notepad. They talked about the first time they saw Arya, how they had a crush on him, and why they decided to join the reality show. Some of them also noted that writing a love letter is hard and challenging, and it isn’t something that came naturally to them.

After the ladies were done, all the letters were submitted to Arya, who was then tasked to read all of the letters and pick a winner. The winner of this challenge will get to have an intimate dinner with the hunky actor.

Arya thanked everyone for being honest and open with him in the letter, and for making him feel like just another guy – as opposed to a celebrity. He then announced the winner via a love letter, and lucky lady who won the challenge was Agatha (below).

We’ll keep you posted on how the date went on the next episode of Enga Veetu Mapillai.
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Trisha Is Busy Holidaying & Currently In Puerto Rico

Indian actress Trisha Krishnan decided to take some time off her busy schedule and travel world.
The 34-year-old actress posted a picture of herself on a boat, sporting shorts, T-shirt, and shades, looking all bubbly on her holiday.
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Aside from Puerto Rico, Trisha has also been spotted at multiple cities around the world. She has been posting photos from Japan, London, Amsterdam, Scotland, Germany, and New York – all while meeting her friends and also having a good time by herself.

The Tamil Film industry is currently on a hiatus due to a strike by the Tamil Film Producers Council (TPFC). According to chief Vishal, the strike will go on until their demands are met.
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Mohanaapriya Sina Raja Gets Her Doctorate, Named Valedictorian of IUMW

Miss MalaysiaIndian Global 2001 and RTM news presenter Mohanaapriya Sina Raja has always been driven when it comes to academics. Her latest feat is a testament to that. Last week, Mohanaapriya graduated from International University of Malaya-Wales with her PhD, as valedictorian of the university’s 2019 convocation.
She received her scroll and valedictorian award from IUMW Chancellor, Tan Sri Dr Tony Fernandes. Dr Mohanaapriya’s doctoral thesis is titled Facebook Gratifications on Volunteer Satisfaction Levels of Young Volunteers From Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) in Malaysia.

The former pageant winner revealed that it took her 4 and a half years to complete her doctorate, “I was working on my PhD part time, as I had to balance it with my employment at RTM,”
It wasn’t an easy journey for Dr Mohanaapriya. She candidly speaks about the hardships of pursuing academic excellence, “It is very important for students to have a balance in what they do. I went through a lot of stress, mentally and physically, in my pursuit of the PhD, before I realised that I needed that balance,”
“I had to start taking care of my nutrition and sleep,” she says. “This stress can seriously affect one’s mental health. Slow and steady is definitely the way to go,”

Mohanaapriya won the Miss MalaysiaIndian Global pageant in 2001. She went on to establish her own non governmental organisation, Miss MalaysiaIndian Care Association (MMICare).
She is currently the Chief Operating Officer of Miss MalaysiaIndian Global, which raises funds for multiple charitable activities, including the Kapar C3 Upliftment Center for at-risk kids, operated by MMICare.
In her brilliantly worded valedictorian speech, Dr Mohanaapriya said that she is fortunate to have her parents, who were strict but only told her to give everything her best shot.
Dr Mohanaapriya flanked by her parents, Mr Sina Raja and Mrs Santha Kumari.
She went on to say, “Our world doesn’t need you to be the richest, most powerful or most beautiful. In today’s digital world, it is even more crucial that compassion and empathy prevails,”
“In your pursuit of happiness, remember to acknowledge the shoulders you stood on. The people who made your life just a bit easier. You are privileged to have had the opportunities which many don’t,”
“In whatever you choose to with your life path, please include community consciousness and engagement,” Dr Mohanaapriya ended her speech with the sage words of the Miss MalaysiaIndian Global founder, Mrs Pushparani Thilaganathan, “Don’t donate leftovers. Instead, share what’s on your plate,”
“Don’t donate leftovers. Instead, share what’s on your plate,”
Congratulations, Dr Mohanaapriya. You never cease to inspire.
All images are credits of Dr Mohanaapriya. Keep up with her achievements on Instagram here.
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Remembering The Late ‘Tiger Of Jelutong’ Karpal Singh; Dato ‘Seri Utama Title Awarded

Six years have passed since the late veteran opposition lawmaker and politician Karpal Singh passed away. The country had mourned the man who was a great force that worked selflessly for the betterment of all Malaysians regardless of race nor religion.
Karpal was recently awarded the Darjah Utama Pangkuan Negeri (DUPN) prize posthumously which carries the title Dato ‘Seri Utama. The title was awarded during a ceremony to mark the 82nd birthday of Yang di-Pertua Negeri Tun Abdul Rahman Abbas at this year’s Inauguration of State Decorations, Medals, and Honors in Penang.
The ceremony was originally slated for 11th July but due to the Covid-19 pandemic, it was postponed to 21st November.
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The Penang-born Karpal graduated from the University of Singapore with a law degree and entered the Democratic Action Party (DAP) in 1970. In the 1978 general election, he stood for parliament and won the Jelutong federal seat, which he retained for five terms and also gained him the nickname, ‘Tiger of Jelutong.’
Karpal held the Jelutong seat for over two decades before he lost in 1999, but returned back as Member of Parliament (MP) for Bukit Gelugor from 2004 to 2014.
The late politician was also credited for leading DAP to its strongest electoral performance during the 2008 General Election.
Karpal was also regarded as one of Malaysia’s most prominent lawyer, thanks to his fearlessness and integrity. He was prominent for taking over a number of high-profile court cases among them including Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s sodomy case.

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Mogesh Sababathy Declared As Regional Finalist For The 2021 Commonwealth Youth Awards

One of our Malaysian Youth has earned the venerable spot as one of the finalists for the 2021 Commonwealth Youth Awards! A proud moment indeed for all of us fellow Malaysians.
Mogesh Sababathy is one of the 20 remarkably impressive young people, in line with inventors, advocates and entrepreneurs from 18 countries, who has been selected as finalists for the awards.
Mogesh’s project emphasizes on the ‘Life Below Water’ Sustainable Development Goal (Sdg).
Mogesh who has just completed his Marine Biology degree with excellence at University Malaysia Terengganu (UMT) is a co-founder of ‘Project Ocean Hope’, a youth-led organization that seeks through campaigns and youth leadership training, to raise the awareness of ocean issues and environmental conservation.
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Currently, he works as a research assistant at University Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM). The organization led by him has conducted numerous community educational projects to minimize littering and unsustainable fishing practices and a webinar series on waste management for ocean conservation reaching over 10,000 people across 15 countries!
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The awards have been augmented to five regional categories this year, Africa, Asia, the Caribbean, Europe and Canada, and the Pacific.
On 10 March 2021, at the official awards ceremony, will commence virtually due to the COVID-10 pandemic and the top finalist from each region shall be announced as the regional winner.
Commonwealth Secretary-General Patricia Scotland expressed that;
Every day, in all parts of the Commonwealth, young people are delivering a vast range of impressive innovations. Much of what they do may go unnoticed or be taken for granted. Yet, often it is what young people do which makes all the difference, especially now at a time of unimaginable human suffering inflicted by the pandemic and economic crisis.
Further stating that;
The finalists remind us that there is no lack of ideas or talent, but of support mechanisms necessary for young innovators. So, our initiatives such as the Youth Awards put a spotlight on outstanding young people who are bringing innovative ideas and creative solutions to support, lead and deliver a future of peace, prosperity and progress.
Last year, over 1,000 entries were submitted from 43 countries in the Commonwealth. The finalists were selected after a stringent judging process across each of the regional categories of the award.
The awards honour exemplary young people from the Commonwealth whose projects make a positive difference in their communities and help achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
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Of these five regional winners, one brilliant young individual will become the 2021 Commonwealth Young Person. To broaden the reach of their projects and initiatives, all 20 finalists will each receive an award, a certificate and £ 1,000. Every regional winner will earn £ 3,000 and a total of £5,000 will be taken home by the overall Pan-Commonwealth winner!
Here’s wishing you all the very best Mogesh Sababathy!
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Janushaa Graduates From The Prestigious U.S Naval Academy With Class Of 2022

Remember the first Malaysian woman who was selected to attend the prestigious United States Service Academy, Maryland in 2018?
Yes, a very big spotlight suddenly shone on Janushaa Bala Krishnan Muthiah as she made a history at the age of 19. Thinking of how young she could be at that time but still managed to rise as in a ‘singapen’ in our own motherland.
What makes us have the ‘wow’ feelings right now?

The young yet powerful woman has finally GRADUATED from the U.S. Naval Academy with Class of 2022.

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Hailing from a family with military background, she furthered her tertiary education at UNPM (Universiti Pertahanan Nasional Malaysia) and spent four years in the U.S. Naval Academy. The 23-year-old is among the few women who broke the stereotype by pursuing her dream of becoming navy pilot.
With that being said, Janushaa certainly broke all stereotypes and worked hard for her sky-high dreams. Resonating with dreams, there’s a famous quote by author Norman Vincent Peale which states;

“Shoot for the moon. Even if you miss, you’ll land among the stars.”

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Having said that, the U.S Naval Academy is a prestigious institution that is very selective about their candidates. On the other hand, Nadeem Damanhuru Ahmad Damanhuri who was accepted by the US Air Force Academy in Colorado, has also graduated along with the young lass.
Congratulations guys. You have made us proud!
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4th Hindu Youth Conference By University Malaya’s Hindu Society

The Hindu Society of the University of Malaya will host their 4th Hindu Youth Conference, which will concentrate on “Ancient Hindu cosmology and biology.”

This conference will be led by insightful speakers who will guide participants through concise explanations of knowledge on the subject matter. This upcoming event will take place virtually on Microsoft Teams on April 3rd and 4th.
In addition, every Friday from the 12th of March to the 2nd of April, there will be an online quiz competition. So, if you are keen to participate in this competition, don’t worry you’re not too late.

 The HiSUM telegram channel will have notes on the quiz’s topic, and the link to the quiz will be shared on HiSUM’s official Facebook and Instagram pages.
This event will be open to all Indian students & lecturers from local and international universities, and the top three quiz winners will stand a chance to win exciting prizes as well as certificates for all entrants.
There will also be various contests conducted during the conference, with questions focused on the talk of our speakers.
The admission of this event will be free thus all youths are encouraged to participate in this conference.
Check out the competition details
Venue: Microsoft Teams
Date : 3rd & 4th April 2021
 Time : 7.30pm
For further inquiries and bookings, do DM the person in charge below or mail to hycproject2020@gmail.com.
Hemalatha Natarajan – 011-3124 2739
Thivyah Subramaniam- 01128917527
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Malaysian Indian Wedding Photographers & Videographers (MIWPV) Convention And Awards 2022

It is said that photographers & videographers are equivalent to a thousand words, and there’s no denying that they are – in their own right – who capture every magical moment of our special day, have given us a great gift of remembering moments of every significant milestones in our lives with their amazing shots.
With that being said, Malaysian Indian Wedding Photography & Videography (MIWPV) has once again hosted an amazing awards ceremony to recognise and applaud outstanding Indian wedding photographers and videographers that catapults professionals to stardom.

Perhaps, it was indeed a ground-breaking year for MIWPV, as they have received a total number of 1339 entries for the competition.
Without further delay, let’s take a look at the stunning winners of (MIWPV) Convention And Awards 2022!
MIWPV Photographer Of The Year 2022 – Harjit Singh (GJi Photography & Cinematography)
Harjit Singh has proven that he’s a good photographer who captures the essence of any wedding ceremony.

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MIWPV Videographer Of The Year 2022 – Vajra Ganesan (ARQ Media Works)
An ah-mazing achievement by the ARQ Media Works team. A total number of SEVEN awards were swept by the well dedicated team.

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Public Choice Award (Voted by Public) – Karmughillaan Manimaran (MARSK Production)
There’s a saying that simply goes “the people’s choice will never go wrong” and yeah the entire MARSK team deserves this award as much as their frames speak. Look how magnificent the picture is!

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Canon MIWPV Award of Excellence
Nagananthanan Segar (Naga Creative Lab) – Photography
Capturing beaming newly-wed couples, the highlight of the details such as the Thaali Kodi, the elegant colours and affection on the face exudes a truly warm feeling.

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Prakash Akash (PKPHOTOSTUDIO) – Videography
You’ll need to watch the video below to know why PKPOTOSTUDIO won the Canon MIWPV Excellence Award. A perfect and clean shot by the team!

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There were also other notable awards presented to many other established renowned photographers and videographers in the field-
Category Winners List – Photography
Bride / Groom Getting Ready
 1st – Celestine Gerard (Celes Gerard Photography)
2nd – Aaron Kris (AJ Studiomy)
3rd – Shavinder Singh (Black Studio Production)
Bride Portrait
1st – Harjit Singh (GJi Photography & Cinematography)
2nd – Buvanan Ranjan (Fat Elephant Studio)
3rd – Saran Subra (Sarans Photography)
Bride Portrait (International: 1st Buvanan Ranjan (Fat Elephant Studio)
Groom Portrait
1st – Sivanoli Selvaraj (Sivanoli Photography)
2nd – Harjit Singh (GJi Photography & Cinematography)
3rd – Praveen Karunakaran (Kannan Studio)
Candid / Emotion
1st – Raku Nadarajah (Ice Pixels Studios)
2nd – Prakash Akash (PKPHOTOSTUDIO)
3rd – Celestine Gerard (Celes Gerard Photography)
Couple Portrait
1st – Mahendran Yatharajoo (CameoFlash Snaps Photography)
2nd – Deva Kumar (ARQ Media Works)
3rd – Harjit Singh (GJi Photography & Cinematography)
Couple Portrait (International)
 1st – Ariharan Ganesan (Pixel24Studios)
2nd – Christopher O (Chrisfozz Photography)
3rd – Christopher O (Chrisfozz Photography)
Ceremony
1st – Ricknesh Nair (ImageGNation)
2nd – Mahendran Yatharajoo (CameoFlash Snaps Photography)
3rd – Raku Nadarajah (Ice Pixels Studios)
Ceremony (International): 1st Ariharan Ganesan (Pixel24Studios)
Group Portrait
1st – Puvan Eshwar (SymPICX CreativeWorks)
2nd – Thenukah Radah Krishnan (Thenukah Krishnan Photography)
3rd – Vinotthesan Jegathesan (Vinot Mediaworks)
In-Camera Artistry
1st – Deva Kumar (ARQ Media Works)
2nd – Ricknesh Nair (ImageGNation)
3rd – Karmughillaan Manimaran (MARSK Production)
Portrait (Open)
1st – Kamalendran Pushbaragan (KS Dream Studio)
2nd – Thenukah Radah Krishnan (Thenukah Krishnan Photography)
3rd – Thenukah Radah Krishnan (Thenukah Krishnan Photography)
Pre-Wedding (Photo)
1st – Harjit Singh (GJi Photography & Cinematography)
2nd – Saran Subra (Sarans Photography)
3rd – Mahendran R. Gobal (7 Chakra Photography)
Pre-Wedding (P)(International)
1st – Aaron Kris (AJ Studiomy)
2nd – Christopher O (Chrisfozz Photography)
Thali Tying Moment
1st – Celestine Gerard (Celes Gerard Photography)
2nd – Tawenthiran Senivasakam (Tawenthiran Creation)
3rd – Harjit Singh (GJi Photography & Cinematography)
Wedding Details
1st – Hindrakumar Murugaiah (King Creative Photography)
2nd – Harjit Singh (GJi Photography & Cinematography)
3rd – Prakash Akash (PKPHOTOSTUDIO)
Videography Categories
Pre-Wedding (Video)
1st – Vimal Milasalam (Mayil Cinematography)
2nd – Raamakrishnan Manokheran (Precious Moments Photography)
3rd – Mathivanan Muniandy (Srimathi Photography)
Teaser
1st – Vajra Ganesan (ARQ Media Works)
2nd – Tineis Kumar (TK Studio)
3rd – Vajra Ganesan (ARQ Media Works)
Wedding Story
1st – Vajra Ganesan (ARQ Media Works)
2nd – Aaron Kris (AJ Studiomy)
3rd – Vajra Ganesan (ARQ Media Works)
The first (MIWPV) event was organised in 2015 to gather and cultivate a growing community of Indian wedding photographers and videographers with the aim to address the lack of learning and networking support for industry professionals.

It’s true that wedding photography and videography is a serious business. If a picture doesn’t tell a story, and it doesn’t take you back to that moment even after decades, it’s pointless. Varnam Malaysia would like to take this opportunity to thank all the photographers and videographers for dabbling with the pair ascertains “wedding pictures and films feel real,” so that the natural magic of a story is preserved.
Congratulations to all the winners and may your business grow in the years to come!
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Mugen Rao Gets A Golden Ticket To Bigg Boss Tamil Season 3 Finale!

The FIRST EVER Malaysian contestant of Vijay TV’s Bigg Boss Tamil has won a golden ticket that takes him straight to the grand finale.

Malaysian singer and actor, Mugen Rao, has been a top contender on the Bigg Boss since day 1. With his multiple talents like singing, dancing and acting and the surprise hidden talents like crafting a Vinayagar on an apple, Mugen has been such a delight to watch. His presence on the show has kept his fans worldwide on the edge of their seats with a few elimination scares.

Last night’s episode showed that Mugen has a really good chance of winning Bigg Boss Tamil Season 3. He won the golden ticket after a long week of physically and mentally challenging tasks. The show’s host Kamal Haasan was in all praises about Mugen’s sincerity in playing the reality game show. Mugen, Tharshan and Sandy are now the last 3 standing contenders and will battle it out for the next 10 days.
Will Mugen Rao be the title winner of Bigg Boss?

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Sasi The Don Nominated For Caribbean Afro Music Awards (CAMA)

Sasidharan Chandran or fondly known as Sasi The Don has been nominated for the Caribbean Afro Music Awards (CAMA) in London, United Kingdom.
The Asian Reggae Ambassador who is nominated for the “Best International Act” category said the news was a good surprise to him and he is proud to be able to represent the country.

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The prestigious annual award will be the first dedicated award ceremony to honour and compensate British and multinational artists from the Afrobeat, Reggae, Dancehall, Soca, Reggaeton and Gospel musical genres in London. On the other hand, the event will eventually recognise the ingenuity & hard work that these acts have displayed over the year.
The 42-year-old award-winning artiste will compete in the division with other major Caribbean music names, including Julian Marley, the son of Bob Marley, the late reggae legend.

Cast you vote for Sasi The Don by following the instructions below:

Log in to their official website to vote for Sasi The Don.
Voting is open to the public from 1st December 2020 onwards.
To get more visibility, post this article or word about his fantastic achievement.
The nominated contestants and their pictures will be shown accordingly.
To show some support, you can also check out the nomination page here!

Sasi, who began his music career with his debut album Manitha Piravi in 2001, has already established a reputation in the music industry for himself, collaborating with major names such as Amy of Quest, Anita Sarawak, Zainal Abidin, Amy Mastura, Ning Baizura, Namewee, Jaclyn Victor, Rabbit Mac. Indian Apache, Dr Alban and Priest Maxi.
Winners are entirely based on the vote majority, so share it with your family members, peers, and social media!
Keep updated with the Malaysian Reggae King on his Instagram page here!
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Sridevi And Rekha Were Honoured With The ANR Award!

Sridevi and Rekha were felicitated with the ANR Award for their accomplishments in the film industry. Sridevi posthumously got the ANR Award for 2018, and Rekha, for 2019. Tollywood megastar Chiranjeevi will be graced the occasion as the chief guest.

The ANR Award was instituted by the Akkineni family in memory of the superstar Akkineni Nageswara Rao.
A tweet from the official handle of Annapurna Studios reads: “The ANR Awards for the year 2018 & 2019 were announced today. Late Sridevi B Kapoor & Ms Rekha will be awarded at a ceremony on Nov 17th. Mr Chiranjeevi Garu will attend as a special guest for the occasion.@acfmofficial third convocation will follow the ceremony.”
Sridevi was last seen making a cameo in the 2018 film Zero, which was released after her demise. The actor passed away on February 24, 2018.
Rekha is currently expecting the release of Panipat this year. It is gearing up to hit the marquee on December 6. The film, based on the Third Battle of Panipat, stars Arjun Kapoor, Sanjay Dutt, and Kriti Sanon in pivotal roles. Ajay – Atul are composing music for this venture with CK Muraleedharan for cinematography, and Steven Bernard is editing it. Directed by Ashutosh Gowariker, Panipat is produced by Sunita Gowariker and Rohit Shelatkar under the banners Ashutosh Gowariker Productions and Vision World Films.
Akkineni Nageswara Rao (September 20, 1924 – January 22, 2014) was an actor and producer. His career spanned over a period of 75 years during which he acted in several blockbusters. He is considered one of the greatest and most successful actors of Indian cinema. ANR established Annapurna Studios in 1975 in Hyderabad.
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Film Based On ‘Padman’ Arunachalam Muruganathan Wins An Oscar

‘Period. End of Sentence’ just bagged an Oscar at the 91st Academy Awards in the Documentary Short Subject category, beating other nominees including ‘Black Sheep’, ‘End Game’, ‘Lifeboat’ and ‘A Night At The Garden’.

The film set in India narrates the fight of women against the harsh stigmas of menstruation and the work of ‘Padman’, Arunachalam Muruganathan, who worked for years to create low cost sanitary pads for women and girls.
‘Pad Man’ Arunachalam Muruhanantham supplies low cost sanitary pads to over 4,500 villages in India
In the 26-minute long film directed by award-winning Iranian-American filmmaker, Rayka Zehtabchi, women and girls in northern India share their experience on menstruation and the installation of a pad machine in their village.
A scene from ‘Period. End Of A Sentence.’
The film is created by The Pad Project, an organisation established by a group of students at the Oakwood School in Los Angeles and their teacher, Melissa Berton.
In her acceptance speech, Rayka Zehtabchi poked fun at the film subject saying, “I’m not crying because I’m on my period or anything. I can’t believe a film on menstruation won an Oscar”.
Source: Times Of India
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Kadhal Rocket An Upbeat Tune, Sure To Get Your Groove On!

After the huge success of her earlier single Vantu Sayradaah, Datin Sri Shaila V is back with another serene, and sublime song titled Kadhal Rocket which is magic to our ears, getting you on your feet to the beat. The singer was joined by talented musician Shameshan Mani Maran and guitarist Melvin Abraham.
The music video was shot alongside Shabby and Krithigah Nair, which was launched not too long ago and received amazing positive responses from netizens. The single has crossed more than 60k views and received 1K likes in just a short period of time.

Composed by Shameshan himself, the soundtrack to Kadhal Rocket comprises a diverse mix of songs sure to resonate with both young listeners and old romantics. Lyricist Yuwaji penned down simple words and layered melodies for the best combination that perfectly describes the recently released song.
The soothing music and vocals will strike a chord with you!
Watch the full colourful music video here:

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Is Ponggal Still Relevant? We Ask the Youngsters of Our Community

Today we usher in the month of Thai in the Tamil solar calendar by celebrating Ponggal, the three day harvest festival. Here in Malaysia, most of us may far removed from the paddy fields and farms, and yet, the sweet dish of ponggal overflows from the pot on our gas stoves.
Where will we go from here with this festival, we wonder, as we speak to a few of our youth on their thoughts if Ponggal is still relevant to their generation today, and in the future.
Malaysian net baller and SEA Games 2019 gold medalist Karishma Loganathan
SEA Games gold medalist Karishma Loganathan tells us that she has been celebrating Ponggal from a young age with her family, but is isn’t always in the traditional sense. “We make sure that sugarcane tied at the entrance of our home, and mum whips up some delightful ponggal every year, ever since we were kids,” she says. “But in our home, we usually do it on the stove,”
However, Shah Alam lass thinks that is isn’t a festival we can ignore, simply because we aren’t in the fields, “Ponggal is a day to celebrate the farmers and those in the agricultural line. I think it is very important to continue this tradition of honouring them and giving thanks for the crops we yield,” she says.
Karishma, who turns 20 this year, also believes that a strong sense of community is developed from the traditional Ponggal celebrations, “To stablise the sugarcane itself, you need two people, and there is a bond that forms as family and friends join in to prepare the ponggal dish. This brings the family together and enhances our bond,” Karishma intends on continuing the Ponggal customs, and she hopes to one day celebrate it the traditional way with her family.
“To stablise the sugarcane itself, you need two people, and there is a bond that forms as family and friends join in to prepare the ponggal dish,” – karishma loganathan
MyBurgerLab production & central kitchen manager, Vijaya Priya Darshini
MyBurgerLab production & central kitchen manager Vijaya Priya Darshini shares Karishma’s views on appreciation of agricultural produce. “With Ponggal, the younger generation can understand and appreciate agricultural produce better,” she says.
The 28 year old and her family usually go all out to celebrate Ponggal she says, “Ponggal is usually the whole works for us. We do it outside out house, with sugarcane, earthen pots and thoranam. For Maatu Ponggal, we’ll visit a nearby farm and worship the cows and feed them as well,”
Related:  The Ripple Effect 4.0 : Charity Movie Screening for Hospice MalaysiaPriya is happy that the trend has shifted from preparing ponggal on the stove to doing it in an earthen pot, outside one’s home, “I appreciate that our youths are following through with these traditions. At the same time, I believe it is important to impart the knowledge on why the customs are the way they are,”
“I believe it is important to impart the knowledge on why the customs are the way they are,” – Vijaya priya darshini
News presenter Nehsan Selvaraj
Bernama newsreader Nehsan Selvaraj also hails from a family that prioritises the Ponggal celebrations. “When I was younger, our Ponggal would always be celebrated the traditional way, my family was very strict when it came to that,” he says, as he reminisces his Ponggal celebrations in Segamat, Johor.
“Mum would wake us up at 4 am to do the Bhogi Ponggal, after which we all have to get to work putting up the sugarcane, thoranam and maavilai. Traditional clothes are also a must every Ponggal!”
Thesedays, the 21 year old and his family preparing the dish in the kitchen of their home, as they now live in a condominium. “One thing we always do is to invite friends and family over, and serve them food, annadhanam. It is our way of thanking the sun and celebrating togetherness,”
When asked if Ponggal is still relevant to youth today, Nehsan has this to say, “Although we aren’t in the paddy fields or farms anymore, Ponggal is still very relevant to our community. The food we consume and many of the things we use are products of the agricultural industry, that’s why it is so important to celebrate this festival,” he says.
“The food we consume and many of the things we use are products of the agricultural industry, that’s why it is so important to celebrate this festival,” – nehsan selvaraj
In a time where certain quarters are afraid to allow people of other races to even partake in preparing ponggal, it is heartwarming to hear our youngsters’ tenacity when it comes to celebrating the harvest festival.
The Varnam team wishes all our readers a blessed Ponggal.
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Jyotika to Return to Bollywood After 25 Years?

The Tamil Cinema icon, Jyotika is about to make a comeback on Bollywood after 25 years!
Jyotika is recognised in the South as a leading actress in the Tamil film industry. Jyotika made a significant return to Tamil film in 2015, and since then, she has explored and excelled in new roles in various languages. Her films all leave the audience feeling satisfied and with a positive message for society as a whole. When she made her Bollywood debut in the 1998 film “Doli Saja Ke Rakhna,” she was enthusiastically accepted by the Hindi fans. She also acted in the Tamil and Hindi versions of the movie “Little John.” In a supernatural thriller, the actress will make a triumphant comeback to Hindi film alongside actor Ajay Devgan.

The filmmakers of the movie announced on Twitter that Jyotika will be working together alongside Madhavan and Ajay Devgan in a Vikas Bhal-directed film, sending the fans into a frenzy. Jyotika and Ajay Devgan will be interacting on-screen for the first time in the field. We all adored Madhavan and Jyotika‘s on-screen chemistry in films like “Dum Dum Dum,” “Priyamana Thozhi,” and “Magazhir Mattum.” Following their on-screen appearance in “Magazhir Mattum,” this would be the stars’ first reunion. Fans are eager to see this couple back together on film, and we are all thrilled!
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Having said that, she is also a part of Rajkummar Rao’s next film Sri, which is directed by Vikas Bhal, making this her second feature since making her return to Hindi cinema. Late in January of this year, Jyotika announced on Instagram that Sri, her Bollywood comeback movie, has finished filming. The visual-impaired industrialist Srikanth Bolla is the subject of the biopic Sri. The movie is produced by Bhushan Kumar and Nidhi Parmar Hiranandani and is directed by Tushar Hiranandani.

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The fans are all super pumped up to catch this iconic trio on screen!
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“Anyone Can Be A Music Director, All You Need Is 10 Days,” – Vijay Anthony

Composer-actor-producer Vijay Anthony has bared it all in an interview, saying “Anyone can be a music composer, all you need to do is learn a set of exercises over a period of 10 days,” Vijay tells his interviewer Bharadwaj Rangan on YouTube channel Film Companion South, “Honestly, you can compose a tune in 10 short days. Whether it is a nice tune or not is secondary, but it is possible,”
Vijay Anthony’s real life personality is a stark contrast from his on screen personas. He may look like a tough guy on screen, but he is really a soft spoken, respectful and intelligent chap. His humility is obvious not only in the content of his interview, but also in his body language.

In this honest interview, the actor says,”I honestly don’t have theoretical music knowledge. I usually just go with my emotions,” Vijay reveals that he studied sound engineering and he has used that knowledge to make music in the past “I’m a sound engineer, so I program my music,”
This interview between eminent film critic Bharadwaj and Vijay Anthony is one that is not to be missed. It is an honest, real and raw conversation, and Vijay Anthony will surely move up a few rungs in your heart by the end of it.
Check out the entire interview here.

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