Vishu; Interesting Significance of The Malayalam New Year Festival

Vishu; It marks the first day of Medam, as per the Malayalam calendar which falls today on the 15th of April.
Just like other festivals, Vishu signifies the new beginnings, goals, and dreams. It’s a day where people pray for their loved ones and look forward to a healthy and prosperous new year. On this day, several rites are also to be observed. The first day of the Medam, the ninth month of the Malayalam calendar, is commemorated and marked as Vishu.
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The Malayalam calendar, also known as Kolla Varsham, is said to have been in use since CE 825. Vishu has been celebrated in Kerala since the reign of Sthanu Ravi in 844 AD. According to the mythology, the Lord Krishna is said to have defeated the demon Narakasura on this day (of Vishu). On this day, Lord Krishna, the avatar of Lord Vishnu, is worshipped and his idol is placed in Vishu Kani.
The Significance of Vishu
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Vishu is a Hindu festival that commemorates the arrival of spring and the harvest season in the country. It also celebrates Lord Krishna’s victory over the demon Narakasura.
On the day of Vishu, all the family members are required to rise early in the morning by dawn with closed eyes and proceed to the house’s worship area in order to catch the first glimpse of the Vishu Kani. Known as one of the most important auspicious items on Vishu, considered to be the omen of good luck and prosperity.
By setting up a traditional Vishu Kani, it will make a person’s entire year better and offer them good luck. Having said that, the three most essential components of the Vishu celebrations are Vishu Kani, Vishu Kaineettam, and Vishubhalam.
The Celebration of Vishu
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Vishu Kani is known as a traditional ceremonial preparation of all fortunate goods said to bring great luck and wealth. Rice, golden cucumber, jackfruit, coins, money notes, and a picture of Lord Vishnu are just a several of the ingredients that are used to prepare Vishu Kani.
After seeing the Vishu Kani, people recite verses from Ramayana, the Holy book of the Hindus, which is considered to be a sacred act. Following that, they will be celebrating Vishu by bursting crackers followed by a traditional feast known as Vishu Sadhya.
Wishing you and your loved ones a very blessed and Vishu Ashamsakal. Let’s start our life fresh and make it blissful forever and ever.
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‘Future Fresh LIVE 2021’; Are You Prepared For The Most Energizing Hip Hop Show This Year?

After almost a year of no concerts or live shows, a new live show featuring some of Malaysia’s best Tamil Hip Hop and Trap artists will be dropping soon. YES! ‘Future Fresh LIVE 2021‘, presented by HitmanSolutions, Plastic Entertainment, will be taking place on December 4th, 2021, at 7.30pm at PJPac, 1 Utama.
But wait, there’s more!
You will be witnessing up to 50 artists including your favourite Rabbit Mac, Santesh and Havoc Brothers, with their special performances that will set the stage on fire.
Can you imagine how the stage will feel with this entire troop? It’s going to be a wild FFLive Showdown on December 4th, 2021, and you won’t be able to control the energy.
However, there are only 300 tickets left for ‘Future Fresh LIVE 2021,’ so hurry up and be one of the lucky 300 to witness this one-of-a-kind live show after a lengthy stay at home.
As we entered an endemic phase, this concert will be limited to a small audience on a first-come, first-served basis, in accordance with strict SOPs.

‘Future Fresh LIVE 2021‘ will be powered by Malik Streams Corporation, co-sponsored by LITNA and sponsored by Perfect Duo Boutique, Ricksha, DR.Morgan International, Bike Riders, Malaysia Eagle Bikers, Vastra Empire, and Restoran Theeni Pandarams.
On that note, the organisers of this concert would like their attendees to be fully vaccinated in order to be protected from the circulating coronavirus variants.
Before purchasing tickets, ensure that you are fully vaccinated and have passed the 14-day (Pfizer, AstraZeneca, or Sinovac vaccine) or 28-day (Johnson & Johnson, or CanSino vaccine) post-vaccination period, as there will be Health Marshals from KPM at the entrance to check your MySejahtera App status before allowing you to actually experience the craziest hip hop show ever.
Related:  15-Year-Old Dhieran Mogan Awarded Malaysia's Youngest Tamil Music ComposerPlease keep in mind that the tickets are non-refundable and you will be denied entry if you are not fully vaccinated.
So, what are you waiting for? Get your tickets at www.hitmanlive.com right now. After such a long wait, you don’t want to miss the coolest hip hop show this year!!!
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Lokesh Kanagaraj Says He Will Quit After Directing 10 Films

Lokesh Kanagaraj is one of the leading film director, in kollywood film industry. He has reached heights with minimal number of movies. Every movie directed by him was a blockbuster hit. Lokesh has rapidly established himself as one of the most promising directors of his generation. He is known for his distinctive storytelling style, painstaking attention to detail, and capacity to produce powerful and captivating narratives. With a remarkable knack for delivering compelling films across various genres, he has garnered a loyal fan base and critical acclaim within a short span of time.
He developed a passion for films at an early age and was deeply influenced by renowned filmmakers like Mani Ratnam and Christopher Nolan. He actively participated in numerous short film contests while he was a student, demonstrating his talent and developing his craft as a director. His entry into the Tamil film industry was made possible by insiders’ recognition of his talent and perseverance.
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Lokesh made his directorial debut in 2016, with the highly acclaimed short film ‘Kaatchipizhai’. The film was well-received for its accurate depiction of the difficulties experienced by young people. His first short film’s popularity gave him access to the Tamil film industry. Lokesh made his feature film debut in 2019 with “Maanagaram,” a compelling urban thriller. Potential Studios produced the film, which was a commercial success and received positive reviews from reviewers and audiences alike. “Maanagaram” demonstrated Lokesh’s ability to manage complex narratives as well as his ability to create intense and gripping moments. Numerous awards were bestowed upon the film, including the prestigious Filmfare Award for Best Director in Tamil.
After the success of “Maanagaram,” Lokesh teamed up with actor Karthi for his second film, “Kaithi” (2019). The action thriller centred on a newly released prisoner on a mission to save police officers from a violent drug cartel. “Kaithi” was hailed for its high-octane action sequences, intriguing narrative, and Karthi’s outstanding acting. The film was a huge success, cementing Lokesh’s reputation as a promising director in the industry.
In 2021, Lokesh Kanagaraj directed “Master,” a highly anticipated film starring Vijay and Vijay Sethupathi. “Master” was one of the most anticipated releases of the year, and it generated a lot of excitement among the fans. The action-packed drama explored the clash between a charismatic professor and a ruthless gangster within the backdrop of an educational institution. Despite multiple delays owing to the COVID-19 outbreak, the film received a massive response and broke several box office records. It went on to become one of the highest-grossing Tamil films of all time, cementing Lokesh’s reputation as a successful filmmaker.
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Followed by that, Lokesh Kanagaraj’s recent movie was “Vikram” in 2022 starring Kamal Haasan, Vijay Sethupathi, Fahadh Faasil and many more. A high-octane action movie in which a special investigator is assigned to a case of serial killings. He discovers that the case is not what it appears to be and that continuing down this path can only result in a war between everyone involved. ‘Vikram’ had connections with ‘Kaithi’ movie. That was also a blockbuster hit. With this, Lokesh Kanagaraj was one of the prominent director who directed movies which turned as blockbuster hits since the beginning of his career.
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Next, he has joined hands with Thalapathy again for ‘Leo’. ‘Leo’ is currently progressing with shooting. This movie also features Trisha, Priya Anand, Gautham Vasudev Menon, S.J Suryah and many more. First single and first look of the movie has been released yesterday in conjunction with Vijay’s birthday. The song ‘Naa Ready’ has been receiving massive celebration among the fans. The movie is set to hit the big screens on 19th October 2023. It is expected to be another hit film by Lokesh.
Lokesh Kanagaraj has established himself as one of the most skilled and prospective directors in the Kollywood industry, with an amazing track record and a growing fan base. Film fans and spectators are excited for his upcoming projects, anticipating more groundbreaking and fascinating cinema from this great filmmaker.
At this moment, the visionary director who created the Lokesh Cinematic Universe (LCU) has announced that he may retire from filmmaking entirely after directing a total of ten films. Lokesh stated in an interview with SS Music that he entered the profession solely to try his hand at filmmaking. In response to a question regarding his future intentions, Lokesh stated, “I don’t have plans to do a lot of films in my career. When I first started out in the profession, all I wanted to do was experiment with filmmaking. I just want to make films within LCU. I want to live up to LCU fans’ expectations. I’ll make ten films and then quit.” He expressed gratitude to his producers and cast for allowing him to construct a cinematic universe, saying, “It’s not an easy task. It is loaded with problems. I’m not in a rush. I want to manage things carefully and make quality films.” The clip has gone viral on all social media platforms. Fans are shocked upon hearing to his statement. Most of them are wondering if this is for real. Let’s wait and see what happens! With this announcement Director Lokesh Kanagaraj has added anticipation towards ‘Leo’, his upcoming project.
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Cyberbullying Drives 20-year-old to Suicide

Cyberbullying has allegedly led to the death of a 20-year-old woman in Penang.
This was after a TikTok video of her and a foreigner colleague was posted on Facebook page Jocker Oruvan, with a derogatory caption. The nasty comments on the page also allegedly drove the victim to hang herself in her home late yesterday.

An NGO lodged a report with the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) yesterday on this cyberbullying case. Malaysian Tamilar Kural president David Marshel said the Facebook account that instigated the cyberbullying has since been deactivated after the woman’s death became public knowledge.
“The video was shared by the Jocker Oruvan Facebook page, which accused her of having a relationship with the foreigner. It is understood that the victim died after feeling humiliated by the derogatory remarks she received from netizens,” David told Malaysiakini.
He said he has lodged the report on behalf of the victim’s family, while the victim’s brother has also lodged a police report on the incident.
“We hope the MCMC will take firm action against this Facebook account, which slandered a complete stranger to the point of causing death. This needs to be a precedent for taking stern action against Facebook accounts that only slander people,” David added.
Jocker Oruvan is one of the hundreds of Malaysian Tamil Facebook pages dedicated towards humiliating malaysian Indian women.
The TikTok video itself that features the victim and her Nepalese colleague also raises some questions. It was obvious that this was not a planned video, as she seemed hesitant to be a part of it, only to be coerced by the colleague, before she showed the camera a peace sign.
Related:  Letshanaa Wins National Women's Singles Badminton Championship In a separate incident, a few Malaysian Indian men have taken to Instagram to slut-shame a Malaysian-Australian girl for her dressing and TikTok videos. They went to the extent to  blame her for future rapes.
This gained the wrath of Malaysian Indian women across the globe, with many calling the Instagram ‘influencer’ out for such misogynistic behaviour. Singer Chinmayi Sripada later released a YouTube video calling out the men for their poor behavior.
If you are feeling depressed or suicidal, or know someone who is, you may contact Befrienders’ 24-hour hotline at 03-7956 8145.
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Malaysian Singer Ezra’s Latest Tune is FWB – Friends Without Benefits

Malaysian singer Ezra has released his tune, Friends Without Benefits, FWB. This chilled out tune puts an interesting spin to modern day love, and has been making waves on social media.

Ezra has previously released two other tracks; ‘Don’t Go’ and ‘Losing Interest’. ‘Don’t Go’ garnered over a 122 thousand views on YouTube. The 18 year old is a self taught singer. He credits his mother, who he says has inspired him and pushed him pursue music and singing.
Ezra has garnered a large fan following, and this is what some of them had to say.

Ezra is currently working on  a mini album with five to six songs. “It’s titled Memories Part 1,” he revealed that the songs in the album will be about his past experiences. “People can listen and relate to it and redirect their negative energy into positive energy with this song,” he says.
Check out Ezra’s tune, FWB here.
Keep up with Ezra’s music on Instagram here.
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Balan Kash’s To be Featured In Kaber Vasuki’s “Kadhaigal”; Dropping On 2nd April

Balan Kashmir, one of the country’s most well-known rappers, has announced the release of a song on 2nd April in which he has collaborated with Kaber Vasuki, an indie composer from India.
According to Kaber Vasuki‘s Instagram account, the song’s title is “Kadhaigal.”
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This is most likely the first time both music talents have worked together, and Balan Kash‘s fans and other musicians here are blasting ecstatic in his comment box.
Balan Kash’s post read;
Dreams, talent & patience takes you on a journey. Money, fame, glamour is not timeless. Your art & character is forever. Along the way, I met some eclectic characters & Kaber has to be one of them. All the musicians I’ve worked with from 🇮🇳 brings out a different me, semma eclectic vibes. Thank you for the experience
Kaber Vasuki is an indie musician known for his philosophical, brutally frank lyrics. He’s written a song for Dharala Prabhu and has worked on projects like Rocky and Aelay.
Best of luck to the duo on their new release. Who else is looking forward to “Kadhaigal”?
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Local Film ‘Venpa’ Runs Successfully For Almost 4 Weeks In Malaysia & Singapore

Vadai Productions have come a long way since their short film days. They have amassed bigger audience, budgets and distributions. Their latest production under the direction of K. Kavi Nanthan, Venpa, has been running successfully in cinemas throughout Malaysia and Singapore for almost 4 weeks now!

The film narrates the tale of Thenavan who constantly rejects the marriage proposals, including Sheila. Sheila, however, falls in love with Thenavan, completely unaware that he still has feelings for his childhood sweetheart, Kalyani. In a twist of fate, Thenavan and Kalyani connect after many years and their conversation becomes a turning point for Thenavan, Kalyani and Sheila, as well as Sathya, Kalyani’s former lover.

The film showcases incredible Malaysian actors which includes Yuvaraj Krishnasamy, Agalyah Maniam, Thevaguru Suppiah and Nanthini Sugumaran. Earlier this month, the film distributor DMY Creations reported that Venpa has achieved a collection of RM401,102.30 in just 2 weeks.

Check out some of the reviews written about the film:

Venpa is still playing in over 15 cinemas in Malaysia and Singapore. Don’t miss it!
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Local Entertainment Legend Thangamani Velayudan Passes Away at Age 74

The man with a golden-bold voice, Thangamani Velayudan that stood out among the others, just like his name has left us forever.

According to A.Ramachandran, one of his close friends, the 74-year-old passed away today around 12pm at his home. It is believed that he was unwell for the past few weeks.
Thangamani Velayudan is a well known voice over artist but apart from that he is also a radio drama artist, poet, writer and an actor. He has served in the Malaysian entertainment industry for the longest time.
Thangamani played a prominent role in the movie Vedigundu Pasangga by Veedu Production. Denes Kumar and his wife Vimala Perumal expressed their grief with regards to the actors passing on their Instagram page.

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Recently, he also worked closely as a lyricist for a Malaysian Semmozhi song, Vendridume Enathu Isai. This song, which he wrote, features nearly 65 Malaysian artists.

For his friends and family who have been a part of his incredible journey, this is devastating news. Thangamani sir, you will be sorely missed.
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SP Charan Dismisses Rumours of SP Balasubrahmanyam Being Tested Negative for COVID-19!

Following the flooding of fake news on social media in relation to S P Balasubrahmanyam testing negative for coronavirus, his son SP Charan posted a video to clarify and expressed in no uncertain terms his frustration about some people’s tendency to spread rumors on social media.
The confusion started, after a message from SP Charan sparked on his Instagram handle. However, SP Charan has mentioned that the playback singer is still on a ventilator and extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) support in ICU.
“Regardless of whether he is COVID negative or positive, the status is still the same clinically. He is still on life support. He is stable, fortunately. We are hoping that the stability will help him recover his lungs as early as possible. So please refrain from rumor-mongering. I will put up a post in the evening after I have a discussion with the doctors,” said Charan.
Check out the Twitter post below:

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— Diamond Babu (@idiamondbabu) August 24, 2020

“Thanks for Your Continuous Support & Prayers for my father. My father is fine and Stable and his Corona test has become Negative (sic),” read the alleged message by Charan .
The 74-year-old legend is popular for his singing skills in multiple languages. He got himself admitted to MGM Healthcare on 5th August after he was tested for COVID-19. Initially, he had mild symptoms of coronavirus, but his condition deteriorated later.
This evoked an overwhelming outpouring of wishes and emotions from the singer’s friends from the industry and worldwide fans. He assured friends and fans that he was in good health and is receiving the best care, urging them not to worry.
Related:  Contest Alert! Win Tickets To Thenisai Thendral Deva Happening On 3rd June, 2023The star singer has been honoured with the Padma Shri, Padma Bhushan and several national awards. SP Balasubrahmanyam has contributed mainly in Tamil, Kannada, Telugu, Malayalam and Hindi as a playback singer, music director, actor, dubbing artist, and filmmaker.
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What Are The Hidden Truths Behind The AADI Month Beliefs?

Vanakkam people!!
As we all know, this month is one special one for Hindu devotees worldwide. Yes, you got it! it is Aadi month. Anyway, today’s blog entry is on something completely related to the Aadi month. Have you wondered, why must a Hindu wedding take place on a particular auspicious date. Why isn’t July a legal month for weddings?
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WHAT IS AADI MONTH?
The Tamil calendar’s fourth month, Aadi, is between the middle of July and August. The Sun moves from Uttaraayanam (northward) to Dakshinayanam (southward) in this month; “aayanam” is Sanskrit for “moving.” According to Hindu astrology, the sun’s northward motion begins on the first day of the Thai month (mid-January) and its southbound motion begins on the first day of the Aadi month.
WHY ARE SOME IMPORTANT EVENTS FORBIDDEN DURING THE AADI MONTH ?
Many devotees view Aadi as unhealthy for steer clear of significant events like weddings. This is mostly due to the fact that this month is when the devas, or gods, officially enter dawn or night (‘dakshinaayana punyakalam’). Receiving the aashirwadams, or blessings, of the devas when they are resting would be challenging.
No marriages allowed during the Aadi month
This month is not a wedding month. Here’s the catch, though. The uniqueness of Indian traditions is that they all have a purpose.
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There is scarcely any mood for intimacy during this extremely auspicious and spiritual month, which is packed with a million of religious rituals to be attended every day.
Newly married couples are not allowed to stay together during the Aadi month period
This is because it was once believed that if a lady became pregnant in the month of Aadi, she would give birth in the sweltering months of March or April. In this time, the Karthikai Veyil will occur. In warmer weather, pregnant women may suffer more, and the newborn will also experience discomfort.
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During the crucial months of her pregnancy (December + January), the expectant mother will also experience cold.
No housewarmings or house-shifting during the auspicious month
Additionally, events like housewarmings and moving into new homes are skipped. The festival of Aadi honours the goddess of fertility and wealth. The explanation offered by elders back home is that this is the month we perform tarpanams.
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For important events like marriage, a housewarming, or launching a new business, the timing is deemed unlucky.
Does the Aadi month’s overall idea make sense at this point? In Indian culture, every ritual, event, and celebration has a hidden significance. It is known as Mystical Hinduism for this reason.
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Don’t Ever Withhold Love; RJ Theyv Hits An Emotional Chord On IGTV!

Once again Theyvekgan delivers a goodwill message of love in this four minute short story!
The famous Minnal FM radio jockey yet again hit an emotional chord taking social media by storm, with his latest IGTV video based on a former professional wrestler Marc More’s story about ignoring his mom. He narrates More’s story beautifully with full of emotion, touching the very hearts of his listeners.
The strong message left by Theyv at the end of the video is indeed poignant as he encourages people to be kind and understanding towards each other. He also wants people to acknowledge a mother’s never ending, all encompassing eternal love for their child and to never forsake or take one’s mother for granted.
His message eventually leaves netizens in tears while the video itself garners more than 3,278 views and positive reviews on Instagram.
Check out the full video here and be moved to tears with his special message.

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Tan Sri Subramaniam, The Former MIC Deputy President Passes Away At 78

Indeed a significant loss for our nation.
Tan Sri S Subramaniam, the former MIC deputy president who had been suffering from comatose at home for 11 years due to a brain aneurysm, passed away yesterday (5th July) at the age of 78.
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A family acquaintance said that he was pronounced dead at around 8 pm and that funeral preparations will be revealed later.
In November 2011, Subramaniam experienced a brain bleed as a result of excessive blood pressure. After the procedure, he fell into a coma and has stayed there ever since.
Notably, this devoted man served as MIC deputy president for the longest period of time, from 1979 to 2006, during which time he engaged in heated disputes with party leader S Samy Vellu.
In his political career, which began in 1974, he represented the then-Damansara and Segamat MP for a total of six terms and was also appointed senator for two terms. However, he was not selected as a candidate in the 2004 general election as a result of a dispute with the party’s head, Samy Vellu.
Under former prime ministers Hussein Onn, Dr Mahathir Mohamad, and Abdullah Ahmad Badawi, he had held the position of deputy minister.
“With his warm personality and lack of harsh remarks, he won the hearts of many Malaysians, even through extremely difficult political situations. He will always be remembered as a gentleman and politician. He would definitely be missed,” his son S Sunther said.
Sunther stated that the funeral would take place on Thursday (7 July 2022)
Subra, who was born in 1944, entered politics at the age of 30 after being hand-selected by the then-MIC president V Manickavasagam to run in the competitive Damansara seat in the 1974 general election.
He was appointed the deputy labour and manpower minister after a decisive win. Manickavasagam made the move in an effort to prepare Subra to lead the party. But in the 1977 party elections, Subra fell short of Samy Vellu by by 26 votes after a contentious race for the position of deputy president.
In 1978, Subra lost to DAP veteran V David and was unable to keep his seat in Damansara. After that, Hussein made him a deputy minister and a senator. In the 1982 election, he was transferred to the Segamat parliamentary district, which he held until Samy Vellu removed him from office in 2004.
He served as the deputy minister for domestic trade and consumer affairs as well as foreign trade and industry during that time. Additionally, he served as the parliamentary secretary for the international commerce and industry and labour and manpower ministries.
Upon hearing this devastating news, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob extended his condolences to the family of Subramaniam.
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“My condolences to his family and I hope that they will remain strong over the loss of their loved one,” Ismail expressed.
Varnam Malaysia extends our heartfelt condolences to the family of Tan Sri S Subramaniam.
Rest in ultimate peace in the arms of our maker.
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The Mugen-Abhirami Drama Has Come To An End. What Now?

Let’s face it. At the end of the day, Vijay TV’s Bigg Boss is a reality show that thrives on drama. Contestants have to have the balancing skills of a circus trapeze artists to stir things up just enough to keep you going and not have people turn against you.

Malaysian singer Mugen Rao has mastered the balancing act and gained popularity among the show viewers. The show banked in on the relationship between Mugen and Abhirami. It blossomed it something beautiful before taking a violent turn last week and has now died down with Abhirami’s elimination.

Earlier this week, Madhumita was also evicted from the Bigg Boss house after inducing self harm. The show has now reached the end of its ninth week. Mugen was saved from elimination with the highest vote.

Sherin has been elected as Captain of the house this week. With 6 more weeks to go and 8 more contestants left, it is time for the contestants to stay focused on the game. There are wild-card contestants that are expected to join the house in the coming week.
With the end of the Mugen-Abhirami saga, it is time for Mugen to depend on his personality, talent and interpersonal skill to continue securing his spot in the house.

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Superstar Rajinikanth’s 2.0 Will Be Released In China Soon

Clearly the heat for the futuristic Shankar magnum opus has not died down in some parts of the world.

Moving East, Superstar Rajinikanth’s 2.0 is being highly anticipated in China. Initially the film was planned to release in July but has now been rescheduled to September 6. 2.0 was released in India on November 2018 and almost a year later there is still high demand for the screening of this film. The release was delayed to make way for the Disney live action film, ‘The Lion King’ and other big Hollywood summer blockbuster releases.

The movie that also stars Akshay Kumar and Amy Jackson will be hitting over 47,000 screens in China among which most of them would be equipped with 3D. The film’s music direction is by AR Rahman, cinematography by Nirav Shah and editing by Anthony.

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VISWASAM Review: Finally, an End to the Siva-Ajith Combo

Viswasam is an OK movie. That’s high praise where I’m from, given that this is another Ajith-”SIRUTHAI” SIVA (he deserves upper case letters for his awesomeness) combo. Siva, who seems so hellbent on sabotaging Ajith’s career, I am convinced he’s a diehard Vijay fan pretending to be a filmmaker. A double agent! I mean how else do you explain Vivegam’s and Veeram’s existence? The Siva-Ajith combo has repeatedly given us films that I only watched on TV for free and still felt cheated out of my money. But Viswasam is actually quite alright. There is some enjoyment to be had with it.

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What changed is Siva’s writing. Don’t get me wrong, this isn’t a Vetri Maaran screenplay. But at the very least, it has some nuance. At the very least, the story actually consists of interesting and surprising beats. The characters that fill up this world have genuinely moving arcs. And beyond the cringeworthy opening sequence, the message — yes, this is another message movie — is actually infused within the narrative fairly well.
Ajith’s character, Thooku Durai is as his name suggests, someone who’s known to settle problems with his fists. He’s the village don, both respected and feared. He meets Niranjana, a doctor, who falls in love with his ability to send people flying with a mere fist to the gut. I was ready to roll my eyes again, convinced that Nayanthara would be reduced to yet another loosu ponnu in yet another mass-masala. But I thought wrong. Niranjana actually turns out to be the catalyst that drives the story forward in a meaningful way. The same can’t be said about Petta, where popular female talents Simran and Trisha are completely throwaway.

While most Tamil films of the past tend to antagonist the educated, English speaking female character, turning them into bitchy vamps that require repenting, Siva handles Niranjana with dignity. She’s independent and never a damsel in distress. She’s unafraid to be feminine and say that feels safe and protected when her man’s around, but at the same time, she’s completely functional without him.
When she sees Thooku Durai carrying their child and beating up some goons, she gets frustrated, warning him to never do it again as it puts the kid in harm’s way. Of course, he does it again (perhaps not purposely, this time) and this leads to the engrossing exchange between husband and wife in a hospital. Niranjana is right and Thooku Durai has to realise the error of his ways and his lifestyle. We’re used to seeing mass heroes put their hands up to silence the person who’s trying to argue with them. But how often do we see the female co-star doing it? What a scene!
And though the rest of the film never quite lives up to that moment, Siva still takes his characters in interesting directions. This isn’t the type of movie where Niranjana apologises to Thooku Durai at the end, saying she was wrong to take their daughter and move away and that Thala Ajith is the greatest gift to planet earth. Nope. She did the right thing. Viswasam is about the Ajith character proving that he’s a capable dad. Ajith needs to win back his wife’s trust and his daughter’s love. This arc happens through the mass-y sequences.

When Thooku Durai visits Niranjana in Mumbai, he realises that someone’s out to kill his daughter. He convinces Niranjana to let him be her bodyguard, promising not to reveal that he’s her dad. (In a smart bit of casting by Siva, the daughter is embodied by the same little girl who plays Ajith’s daughter in Yennai Arindhaal. We bring our memories from that film and project it here, which makes their relationship work instantaneously.) Siva also finds a way to carry the parenting theme over to the villain’s side, where the suave Jagapati Babu’s character is vying for revenge because… I’ll let you discover that for yourself. A fist-to-fist battle between hero and villain also doubles as a battle of conflicting parenting ideologies. Are we still talking about a Siva movie? Has the very fabric of reality been altered? But yet, this movie leaves you feeling rather unsatisfied.
Related:  Ajith Kumar Launches New Motorcycle Touring Company : Embrace The Twists, Turns, And Open Roads AheadThe problem with Viswasam isn’t with its clearly intriguing story, rather with Siva’s STORYTELLING. For the massive pre-release hype that it garnered (i.e “Holy balls! It’s a Thala Ajith film after a one year gap”), Viswasam seriously lacks that big movie event feel. It’s opening title card is stale, so is the hero introduction sequence where Ajith looks at a judge (but is actually really looking at us, the audience) and starts spewing melodramatic lines about how festivals bring families together. Let’s not forget the even more melodramatic musical score ripped straight out of Tamil serials that old grandmas watch, which accompanies that scene. I had my eyes rolled so far back, I could see the inner workings of my brain. Urgh. The interval block too, works better in the trailer than in the actual film.
Siva is simply not an inspiring director. In his films, the camera (Vetri is once again his cinematographer) rarely moves in interesting ways and there’s nothing noteworthy about the editing too. His colour schemes are bland and minus Vivegam, his crude action blocks are reminiscent of Hari films. Also like Hari, his idea of mass dialogue delivery revolves around yelling or slowwww talking. And on that front, nothing has changed or improved. It’s the same old shit.
Even when the story gets interesting, Siva veers into unearned melodrama territory, which cheapens the film. Vivek and Kovai Sarala’s insufferable comedic bits are of a different era — they feel like tracks from mass-masalas of the early 2000s (yet another aspect that reminds me of director Hari, whose comedic writing in Sammy Square made me vomit blood).  And what about the less than stellar D. Imman album? His background score is generic, and dance numbers mostly forgettable (though, there’s no denying the awesomeness of Adichi Thooku in which Ajith danced as if his life was on the line). These are aspects that Karthik Subbaraj and gang absolutely nailed in Petta.

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Thala and Lady Superstar are frankly too good for this movie. Nayanthara has such a commanding presence that when she talks you listen and when she roars, you shut the hell up, even if you’re Thala. But there’s also her charm and warmth that makes you smile. Ajith, on the other hand, goes from playful to gethu to shattered pussycat with ease (note Thooku Durai’s expressions when her daughter unknowingly says something hurtful). Mr. Thooku also gets terribly beaten up at towards the end. It’s a scene that doesn’t quite get the payoff it deserves, but it allows Ajith to show more of his vulnerable side.
Have you ever watched a movie where the performances are so good, that it actually cripples the movie even more because of how jarring it feels? Ajith and Nayantara are vibrating at a completely different level than Siva. Two charismatic individuals in a film that isn’t nearly as charismatic. This movie doesn’t deserve them. And while Viswasam is EASILY the best out of the Siva-Ajith combo, I’m glad that the combo itself is over and done with. Siva can now begin his next chapter with Thalapathy Vijay (just kidding) and we can all move on with our lives.
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Interstate Travel Allowed From Today Onwards; CMCO In Selangor, KL & Sabah Extended!

Interstate and inter-district travel is now allowed effective today, with the exception of places under the Enhanced Movement Control Order (EMCO). Without the need for a police permit, Malaysia will facilitate travel through states and districts nationwide except in areas under enhanced EMCO.

However, the government extended the Conditional Movement Control Order (CMCO) in several states such as Selangor, Kuala Lumpur, Sabah as well as some parts in Johor Bahru. This is because the number of Covid-19 cases remained high in the state. The extension will be until 20th December 2020.
Several flexibilities have been negotiated, including the limit per car being lifted by the authorities. In order to minimise the spread of Covid-19, the police will continue to monitor the enforcement of SOPs.
The healthcare sector has enough potential to cope with recovery rates at 80 percent, which is one of the highest in the world. Positive cases, consisting of both imported and domestic cases, appear to be in double digits.
Covid-19 is still far from over and until a vaccine is made available, please comply with the SOPs set by the government, wear a face mask and sanitise always.
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Former Diplomat And Malaysian High Commissioner to Singapore N.Parameswaran Passes Away At 74

A well-respected former senior foreign service diplomat, N Parameswaran breathed his last on Friday (17th June 2022). He was 74 years old.
The diplomat industry mourns his sudden passing. N.Parameswaran was a straight shooter. He did not crumble his words and frequently attacked the specialists in a coordinated and basic way.
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In 1986, he was appointed as Deputy Permanent Representative of Malaysia to the United Nations in Geneva, Switzerland and followed by Malaysian Ambassador to Vietnam in 1990.
He has roughly 40 years of experience serving as a diplomat including in the United States, Europe, Africa and Asia and was the Malaysian High Commissioner to Singapore from 2003 to 2010. In 2010, he retired from service.
Meanwhile, our king and queen, Yang di-Pertuan Agong, Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah and Raja Permaisuri Agong, Tunku Hajah Azizah Aminah Maimunah Iskandariah have expressed condolences to the family of the former diplomat Parameswaran.
Image Credits : Istana Negara/ Facebook
Parameswaran was an extraordinary expert of art and music. Meanwhile, having a noteworthy collection of arts he also had interest in empowering, motivating, and supporting local artists in Malaysia. He had over the years helped many struggling artists while serving as a diplomat.
He was profoundly interested to train his junior colleagues to attain the most elevated measures of political polished skills and mastery. He said that ambassadors must be exact, positive and have a drive to move forward in representing Malaysia to the world.
Malaysia has lost a most loyal diplomat, who will live through his services and arts among us.
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Twisttu, An Exciting Mini Series Featuring Local Celebs is Coming to You

All Astro customers can enjoy Twisttu, a unique, new mini series featuring popular local celebrities premiering on Astro Vaanavil (CH 201) from 11 April at 4pm with a
new episode everyday, on TV and Astro GO.

The series is directed by Karthik Shamalan (director of En Veetu Thottathil and Suhamai Subbulakshmi). Twisttu puts the creative storytelling abilities of well-known Malaysian film personalities to the test including:
• Shalini Balasundram, director of ‘Pulanaivu’;
• Bala Ganapathi William, director, producer, actor and TV host;
• Kavi Nanthan, director of ‘Venpa’;
• Mathan, director of short film ‘Love in 12 Hours’;
• RMS Sara, director, producer, actor;
• Kuben Mahadevan, actor; and,
• Denes Kumar, director, producer, actor and host.
Our local storytellers will narrate an episode each, which will include exciting twists that
are bound to leave viewers entertained. Episode twists include new character development – both protagonists and antagonists, elements of suspense, science-fiction aspects, real-life connections and more. Guest artistes for every following episode will have to creatively continue from the incomplete story told.

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Has Simbu’s Maanadu Been Scrapped?

Simbu’s upcoming film, Maanadu was supposed to begin filming on the 3rd of February. For unknown reasons, filming did not commence on said date, and has not begun up until today. Directed by Venkat Prabhu, Maanadu was announced by the producer, Suresh Kamatchi, in 2018.
Simbu’s personal cheerleader, Mahat Raghavendra, tweeted an image of the actor who is currently in London. Sources say that the actor is in the UK to ‘undergo rigorous physical training to get in shape for his Maanadu role’.

Here’s a pic for you guy ? #Thalaivan Finally from London #STR ??? pic.twitter.com/Xz3UeSOspA
— Mahat Raghavendra (@MahatOfficial) March 19, 2019
Numerous reports surfaced that Maanadu was dropped. This was due to the massive box office failure of the actor’s last film, Vanthaa Rajaavathaan Varuven. Simbu’s fans took so social media to show their disappointment with the film.
However, the producer of Maanadu has rubbished these rumours, and confirmed that Maanadu has not been dropped and is in its pre-production stage. The filming will begin in April.

Request to stop the Rumours that the movie is been dropped. It is not that easy to start a movie as u stop it by your silly Rumour
We are very clear that #Maanadu is on.
Discussions and pre-production is on full swing.
Details about the movie and schedule to be revealed soon.
— sureshkamatchi (@sureshkamatchi) March 19, 2019
Sources suggest that the failure of Vanthaa Rajaavathaan Varuven has impacted the budget of Maanadu, as the latter will be incorporating plenty of computer generated imagery (CGI). It is said that once Simbu returns from London, he will meet with the producers to rework the budget of the film, to make the project financially feasible.
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MyGroser – A Grocery Shopping Experience Like No Other

Annoyed by the traffic and long queues at the supermarket after work? Would you rather a speedy, affordable, convenient grocery that delivers to your doorstep?
Malaysia’s online grocery store, MyGroser is here to save the day! Available on both their website and mobile app, this unique online supermarket is all you need to ensure your home or office is well stocked.
MyGroser prides itself on being the most efficient, fresh and affordable grocery delivery service in the Klang Valley. Their line of goods and produce have been carefully curated for the average Malaysian household.
Not only that, the competitive pricing on each individual product, coupled with their numerous cashback offers make them difficult to resist. The vouchers section on their website is laden with spectacular deals, such as free delivery or discounts on orders.
Aiyah, supermarket has better quality, cheaper also…

Nope. Quality comes first for MyGroser. Not only does the company strive to offer the freshest produce, their full-time employees promise proper handling and a safe and hygienic delivery.
MyGroser’s pricing structure ensures that customers do not need to fork out more than necessary to enjoy their service. They are the most affordable grocery delivery service in town.
If you’re the type who finds herself often bogged down by numerous lists on your phone, look no further because MyGroser allows up to 30 days planning, purchase and delivery booking for both normal orders, all year long! This even applies to the pre-orders of special festive items.
Eh, got promotion or not?

MyGroser will also help you prepare for the festivities, starting this Christmas. From the 11th of December 2019 onwards, their MyFeast promotion will be open for Christmas pre-orders. This is is the only pre-order offering that is personalised to each consumer’s needs.
What’s better, for the month of December, delivery is even simpler as ALL deliveries of RM100 or more are FREE!
MyFeast will offer customers a convenient, rewarding and quick way to browse, shop and buy the freshest groceries, packaged food and personal care products.
Sign up for MyGroser today, and you’ll be entitled to up to RM80 in vouchers to be used on four free deliveries as well as discounts on selected products! The promotions don’t end there, refer a friend and both of you will earn RM5 each to spend on your next purchase at MyGroser.
Sign up for MyGroser today, and you’ll be entitled to up to RM80 in vouchers to be used on four free deliveries as well as discounts on selected products!
Did we mention that their meats – even the roasted turkeys – are all Halal (unless stated otherwise!) and offer handmade sauces prepared fresh for each order?
Then how to pay ah?
Pay for your groceries on MyGroser by Visa or Mastercard credit cards from any Malaysian bank. The platform also accepts debit cards from any local bank. MyGroser will soon be adding direct bank transfers (FPX) and additional payment options in 2020.
For the safety of the client and delivery team, MyGroser does not allow Cash on Delivery (COD) at the moment. Online payments, however, are safe, and better yet, MyGroser does not store the customers’ financial data!
If you’re ready to skip the horrid traffic jam, that never-ending search for a parking bay, and those long queues at the cashier that don’t seem to move, head on to MyGroser for some fantastic deals!
Check out MyGroser on their website here. Alternatively, visit their Facebook page here, or their Instagram page here.
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Grandmother Devastated as Seremban Council Destroys Plantation

During tough times of the Movement Control Order (MCO), an 82-year-old grandmother had been growing and tending a mini plantation of Indian herbs and vegetables at a children’s playground near her house. She then sells the vegetables for a small profit to sustain herself.
Source: The Rakyat Post
The plantation was done in a small area at the public park, however, Seremban officials sent her a notice to remove her plantation. In just a few days prior to the notice, the whole plantation was ripped apart by Seremban authorities, leaving her in a state of shock.
The old lady was not given the privilege of time to shift her plants elsewhere and it has left her completely devastated seeing the whole land cleared up. The plantations played an important role in her life to help her overcome the sorrow of her deceased husband.

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PV Sindhu Is The First Indian To Win Badminton World Championships

India’s PV Sindhu won a historic gold medal at the BWF World Championships after defeating Japan’s Nozomi Okuhara 21-7, 21-7 in the women’s singles final on Sunday in Basel, Switzerland.

She has been celebrated throughout the country for the monumental win and even said that she wished that she could bring more medals home. PV Sindhu received a heroic welcome after her accomplishments with swarming press at the Indira Gandhi International Airport. The 24-year-old comes from a family of athletes and has been playing badminton since the age of 8 after being inspired by the 2001 All England Open Badminton Champion, Pullela Gopichand. This was her third consecutive world champions and her first win gold medal.

Sindhu was greeted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Kiren Rijiju upon her arrival in India. PM Modi called her “India’s pride” at their meeting and Kiren Rijiju awarded Sindhu with a Rs 10 lakh (RM4.2 million) cheque. Sindhu was joined by Badminton Association of India president Himanta Biswa Sarma, coaches Pullela Gopichand and Kim Ji-Hyun and Sindhu’s father PV Ramana, a former bronze medallist in volleyball at the 1986 Asian Games.
PV Sindhu and PM Modi

Sindhu’s win has pushed India to No 1 ranking in the world of badminton.

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P.R Meippan, The Port Klang Icon Passes Away At 88

One of Port Klang’s gem souls, P.R. Meippan, passed away on Friday (9 December).
Late P.R. Meippan is well known in Port Klang for his iconic Indian banana leaf restaurant which bears his name. It is reported that he passed away due to illness leaving behind a wife, three sons, two daughters, and fifteen grandchildren. Born and raised in Tamil Nadu, India, the late 88-year-old passed away eight days before his birthday which falls on the coming December 18.
Late Meippan ran a 60-year-old eatery popular among port workers, CEOs, and transport ministers. Initially having an eatery next to Chartered Bank here in 1953, he, later on, moved to Jalan Kem 47 years ago. Years back, Meippan was an ordinary employee running the stall before buying it over from his employers. After taking over he then stamped his name on what would become a banana leaf institution. When asked who is the man behind such amazing dishes, it is he himself. He would cook the dishes himself, while later handing over the ladle to trusted cooks from India but still keeping sharp supervision in the kitchen to ensure the quality of his food is not compromised. His signature dishes include ayam kampung curry, dry mutton gravy, fish head curry, and local goat “kodal curry”. Apart from that, customers who come over to his shop looked forward to listening to his stories of Port Klang and the ports from which it drew its name. This amazing cook is not just generous inside the kitchen but outside the kitchen too. According to The Vibes.com, Late Meippan often provides free food for the needy every Deepavali. He also helped rebuild the 50 houses destroyed in the infamous Port Klang fire of June 1980. Not only that but he has even provided job opportunities for many locals irrespective of race or religion to help run his restaurant.
Also known as a hardworking, respected, and down-to-earth person, this man never fails to put a smile on his customers by providing both good food and a good mood.
You have left behind many unforgettable memories and will always be remembered for a long time. Rest well, P.R. Meippan.
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These 11 Activities are Still Banned During the RMCO

Eleven activities remain prohibited under the Recovery Movement Control Order (RMCO) till further notice. Senior Minister (Security Cluster) Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob said among the banned activities were organising of sports events and tournaments, entertainment outlets, pubs and movie theatres.
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He also said that the list is getting shorter compared to when the MCO was first implemented as back then, the list of prohibited activities was longer than the list of activities that were allowed.
“We will allow the activities to resume when the situation allows it. For now, these activities are still banned,”
The complete list of 11 prohibited activities are as follows:
1) The organising of sports events and tournaments, as well as sports events and tournaments;
2) Contact sports;
3) Water theme park and water park activities;
4) Swimming pool activities (other than swimming pool activities in a swimming pool in a private residence and in a swimming pool for private use in accommodation premises under the Tourism Industry Act 1992 [Act 482]), with the exception of the training of national athletes participating in the Tokyo Olympic Games;
5) Overseas tour activities by Malaysian citizens and inbound tour activities involving foreign tourists entering Malaysia;
6) Activities in karaoke centres, children’s playgrounds in shopping malls, and family entertainment centres;
7) Activities in pubs and nightclubs, with the exception of restaurant businesses in pubs and nightclubs;
8) The fitting of clothes, using fitting rooms in clothes stores, trying on fashion accessories in stores, and providing cosmetics testers in stores;
9) Reflexology and massage activities in health and beauty establishments;
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11) Any activities with many people in attendance at one place making it difficult to carry out social distancing and to comply with the directions of the Health director-general.
Meanwhile, Ismail Sabri said to date, Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB) has instructed 13 construction sites to cease operation after they failed to comply with the standard operating procedures (SOPs).
“In total, CIDB has conducted 7,262 inspections nationwide. During the inspections, 1,555 construction sites were found following the SOPs, 328 were warned and 13 had been ordered to stop operation for failing to adhere the rules while 5,366 yet to operate.
News Credit: News Straits Times
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Kamal Hassan, The Most Powerful Sexist On The Latest Episode Of Bigg Boss

As much as sexism has pervaded the homes of millions of Tamil speaking people worldwide via Bigg Boss, Kamal Hassan has always been the voice of reason. Most of the time, at least.
On the last elimination episode, however, Kamal showed us a glimpse of his true male chauvinist nature. Here is some context, Ponnambalam verbally assaulted Aishwarya because she was playing the fool with Shariq, he used a vulgarity on her. Ponnambalam later apologised to Aishwarya. In response to this incident, Kamal Hassan preaches the following nuggets of ‘advice’ to the female housemates.
“I am not saying this as a man, but as a father,”

Kamal Hassan says this before starting on a well scripted rant about how women should behave. If you are really a father to all your ‘children’ in the Bigg Boss house, why did you only address one gender, and totally ignore the wrongdoings of the other gender? The men in the house were not at all admonished.
“As women, if you want to live bravely within a society, there are a few laws that you need to follow”

Uncle Kamal Hassan, we are living in 2018 where both men and women are quashing social norms one at a time. Stop telling people to live by archaic rules that do not apply anymore. Kindly tell people to live their lives the way they want to, and not let society’s outdated ideas hamper your progress.
“Ramya wouldn’t be allowed to have this hairstyle 30 years ago, this would have been considered shameful. But women have stood up for themselves and hence made this (hair) advancement,”

This statement received a thunderous applause. Are you guys for real? Aren’t you embarrassed to say that in your society that you hold so dearly, women couldn’t even style their hair to they liking less not so long ago? How can this be something that the Tamil audience is proud of?
“Women shouldn’t aspire to be equal to men, you should aspire to be better than men”

What would we helpless, directionless women do without men to tell us what to aspire to be in our lives? Kamal Hassan, we have some news for you. THE WORLD DOES NOT REVOLVE AROUND MEN. So no, women are not trying to be equal or better than men. We are trying to be the best version of ourselves and it would be awesome if you told people that instead.
Related:  Indian 3: Is Shankar Reuniting With Kamal Haasan Again?“Smoking won’t make you equal to men – it is detrimental to your health.”

This is akin to saying that ethnic Chinese people shouldn’t smoke, but it is acceptable for ethnic Malays to smoke. How can a habit be restricted to one group of people? And to the unenlightened, women smoke because of stress, peer pressure, difficulty kicking the habit, etc. Basically, women smoke for all the same reasons that men do it. Women, however, do not smoke to be equal to men. Get over yourselves, guys.
“I will defend you, Ponnambalam”

You will defend someone who verbally assaults another in the house? *slow clap* Kamal Hassan goes on to shut Ramya up by saying that Ponnambalam has apologized, in spite of her saying that she was devastated with him. He receives another round of thunderous applause. He then silences Mumtaz with a hand gesture when she tries to voice her disconcert, in a much harsher way than he did Ponnambalam.
If the Tamil audience were more perceptive, there would be protests right about now. It is sad that out of the many people who watch Bigg Boss, those who are all for gender equality make up a minuscule number. If there was a Venn diagram, the overlap would be almost nonexistent.
Dear Kamal Hassan,
You are a man of power. Now, more than ever. While we know that you need to pave the way for your political career, change is needed. There has been too much patriarchy ingrained in our minds when it comes to women’s rights. As a result of which, India has already been ranked the most unsafe nation on earth for women. There could not be a better time, nor platform for you to promote gender equality. Your lines are often repeated and your actions worshiped. You are the ultimate influencer. Please, influence Tamils everywhere to see men and women as equal.
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Sneha And Dhanush To Work Together Again

The duo that mesmerized us in Pudhupettai will be working together in an upcoming film, according to reports. Sneha and Dhanush will work together in a RS Durai Senthilkumar film, which is yet to be titled. The film will be produced by Sathya Jothi Films, the producers of Viswasam.
This film will feature Dhanush in dual roles for the first time since Kodi. The music will be composed by Vivek-Mervin. Other details regarding the cast and crew of the film are not known at this moment.
Sneha and Dhanush in Pudhupettai
Dhanush, who was last seen in Maari 2, has six projects in the pipeline, and is currently busy filming for Vetrimaaran’s Asuran. Dhanush is also working on his second directorial venture featuring Nagarjuna, Aditi Rao Hydari, SJ Suryah, Sarath Kumar and Srikanth. The project is currently on hold due to budget constraints. Sneha will be seen in Dulquer Salman’s upcoming film, Vaan.
If these two are doing a film together at this stage in their careers, you know it is something to look out for. More updates to come.
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Prabhu Deva Plays A Police Officer For The First Time

It is hard to guess what actor Prabhu Deva is trying to prove these days. The dancer turned actor turned director has returned to acting in Tamil films last year where he came up with three mediocre films. One was a comedy, another a horror flick and the last one was a dance musical. This year, his first release Charlie Chaplin 2 was unwatchable and performed poorly in the box office.
He is now back with a film from yet another genre, an action flick entitled Pon Manickavel. The actor plays a police officer for the first time. He is joined by Nivetha Pethuraj in this Mugil Chellapan directorial. D Imman has composed the music for the film.
Prabhu Deva is currently working on six other movies this year. They are Yung Mung Sung,
Thael, and Devi 2 in Tamil, as well as Hindi films Khamoshi and Street Dancer. He is also working on a Malayalam film, Marakkar: Arabikadalinte Simham.
Has Prabhu Deva lodged his fingers in one too many pies? 2019 will tell.

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Raai Laxmi is All Set For Poison 2

Actress Raai Laxmi successfully stepping into her digital debut with the eagerly-awaited Poison 2, the second installment of the Zee 5 original Poison. She made the announcement by sharing a poster with Bollywood actor Aftab Shivdasani.

My first venture in to the world of web !!! Brace yourselves for my next!! As I debut with @zee5 for the second season of a succe ❤
This April we set the temperatures soaring with some high voltage drama – a story of love and revenge #comingsoon #Poison2 #zee5 #zee5shows pic.twitter.com/ykNHY8uKW3
— RAAI LAXMI (@iamlakshmirai) February 4, 2020

“My first venture in to the world of web !!! Brace yourselves for my next!! As I debut with @zee5 for the second season of a succe ❤This April we set the temperatures soaring with some high voltage drama – a story of love and revenge #comingsoon
Check out the recent shooting image which posted by Raai Laxmi:

#Poison2 coming soon ❤#shootinprogress #myfirst #webseries #zee5 pic.twitter.com/s8AwTBejzL
— RAAI LAXMI (@iamlakshmirai) February 9, 2020

According to the director Vishal Pandya, Poison 2 will be a thriller. This will definitely help Laxmi to add a new dimension to her profession and help her to reach a wider audience.
The Mankatha star made her debut in 2005 Tamil flick Karka Kasadara. Thereafter, she starred in films such as Dhaam Dhoom, Mankatha and Irumbu Kuthirai, making a name for herself in the Tamil film industry.
Poison 2 will start streaming from 30th April.
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MILFF 2018: 4 Fun Facts You Should Know About Andrea Jeremiah

One of the headliners for Mojo Project’s Malaysian Independent Live Fusion Festival 2018 is the very beautiful and multi-talented Andrea Jeremiah. A renowned actress and a sultry singer, Andrea will be entertaining the Malaysian crowd with her band this Saturday, September 8, at the StarXpo Centre in Kuala Lumpur.
Here are a few fun facts to know to Andrea Jeremiah – leading up to the much-anticipated MILFF 2018:

Her acting debut was in Pachaikili Muthucharam

Andrea Jeremiah impressed director Gautham Menon when she sang a song for him in Vettaiyaadu Vilaiyaadu; who then asked her to star in his next movie. Andrea starred in Pachaikili Muthucharam along with Sarath Kumar and Jyothika. The film was a remake of Hollywood film, Derailed.

2. She voiced Sadha in Kannum Kannum Nokia from Anniyan
Andrea has a bold and sultry voice, and she is best known for her vocals in songs like ‘Google Google’ from Thuppaki and ‘Ek Do Theen’ from Anjaan. One of her earliest songs in the Tamil film industry was actually in Anniyan, where she sang the upbeat number ‘Kannum Kannum Nokia’.
3. She also composes songs
Aside from being a talented actress and singer, Andrea has also composed and produced her own music. When she did the movie Taramani, she composed, wrote and sang ‘Soul of Taramani’ as part of the movie’s promotion.

4. She has spoken out against portraying heroines as bimbos
One thing that Andrea’s fans love about her is that she doesn’t just agree to a movie for the heck of it. She’s very careful and particular about how women are characterized in the story, and she has spoken out against directors portraying heroines as bimbos and eye candy. She urged filmmakers to give women a more substantial role so they can truly act, instead of just dressing scantily and dancing on screen.
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Madhavan’s Directorial Film ‘Rocketry: The Nambi Effect’ Stepped Into The 2023 Oscars

It was an unbelievable moment for R. Madhavan after receiving the news that his film  Rocketry: The Nambi Effect has made it to Oscar’s first list.
The Nambi Effect was classified as one of the best Indian films of 2022 and received widespread critical acclaim. The film is based on the true life story of Nambi Narayanan, a former Space Scientist who contributed to the Indian space program by developing the Vikas rocket engine. He was then accused of surveillance but the charges against him were disproven. The movie also marked Madhavan’s directorial debut.

For all those asking…So it’s the ENGLISH VERSION OF Rocketry that made it . Thank@you for all the love . ❤❤🙏🙏🚀🚀 pic.twitter.com/QzalFTasGE
— Ranganathan Madhavan (@ActorMadhavan) January 11, 2023

According to a source, Madhavan expressed his excitement and said, “This film continues to give. The journey gets more rewarding and we are all in a daze. Firstly, the love of people around the world, Nambi sir getting the recognition he so richly deserved and now this… what more can I ask for from my directorial debut! The excitement begins again.”
Madhavan also shared how tough it was for him to act, direct and produce a film simultaneously.
He added, “When we started making the film, I wanted Nambi Nayarayan’s story to be heard and get him the recognition he deserved. I never thought the film would make me a writer, director, and producer. Now, this honour of being shortlisted as one of the films on the Oscars contention list. This keeps getting better!”
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Apart from ‘Rocketry: The Nambi Effect’, 4 other films of the regional language have been nominated for the Oscar 2023 list and that includes ‘RRR’, ‘Kantara’, ‘Vikrant Rona’, and ‘Iravin Nizhal’.
Click HERE to view the films shortlisted and nominated for the 2023 Oscar awards.
Congratulations actor Maddy, on making your debut shortlisted as one of the films on the Oscars contention list.
Also, do check out Varnam’s exclusive meet-and-greet session with actor Madhavan on his ‘Rocketry: The Nambi Effect’ during his Visit to Malaysia here!

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Pa. Ranjith’s Fantastic Reply To A Misogynist Producer On Stage.

Tamil cinema, what is happening?
Recently, the Nayanthara and Radharavi controversy really showed that Tamil cinema has a long way more to go to bridge the gender gap. The actor said derogatory staments about Nayanthara and oddly enough, it was during a press meet for her film. The nerve he has to speak that way about her that way!
Pa. Ranjith has always been vocal about his views and we like that!
And recently, producer K Rajan made threatening comments on singer Chinmayi. It almost feels like shaming women on stage have become quite a common habit.
K Rajan said during an audio launch that Vairamuthu has brought fame to Tamil cinema and Chinmayi is bringing it down for him, in the name of cheap publicity. He also added that he has people who can destroy her, making it a case of open threat to her.
Here is the part I like.
After his distasteful speech, director Pa. Ranjith came on stage, and openly condemned and opposed K Rajan’s views. He said that women are exploited and abused in the industry. Actresses like Sri Reddy get trashed because the media for speaking out.
He believes that rather than seeing them as accusations, proper investigations must be made, and just because a woman makes a complaint, she can’t be called a victim or one at mistake. This totally opposes what K Rajan said and many people were happy that he stood up to K Rajan. Many went on to say what Pa. Ranjith did was #Goals for Kollywood.
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Rajinikanth Redefines His Signature Style With Petta

Rajinikanth’s Petta has been confirmed for a Ponggal 2019 release. Acclaimed director Karthik Subburaj and team wrapped up the filming earlier last month, 15 days ahead of schedule. Petta will feature an ensemble cast of Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Vijay Sethupathi, Simran, Trisha, Sasi Kumar, Megha Akash and Bobby Simhaa.
So far there have been three posters of Petta released by the filmmakers. Simran. This has created a buzz among fans, with speculations on the story floating about.

While this poster gives off a young-ish vibe, he still maintains his good baddie image, candelabra in tow. We cannot help but wonder why he is wreaking havoc in a church, though.

This was the first look of the movie and everyone got their lungis in a bunch. The hero hasn’t sported this kind of traditional look in a while. And it is safe to say that nobody saw that moustache coming. We are happy to see the reemergence of the Rajini fringe. Who knows? He might even flick it around before his punch dialogue!

It’s great to see Simran on this poster, and what’s more both of them look genuinely happy after an outing to the nursery to buy some decorative flowers. The winter clothing betray that they are in a colder city. But they seem to be the only ones who are cold. The rest of the crowd are content in their short sleeved shirts and slippers. This poster got everyone really excited, because its a side of the Superstar that we haven’t seen in a while, the playful youngster. But is anyone else as troubled by the state of his wig as I am?
Related:  Happy World Music Day: 10 Tamil Songs That You Should Listen On WMD!It is nice to see Rajinikanth look like the hero we adored in the 80s and 90s. It would be equally nice if he embraced himself as he is. While he does keep it real by showing up at events looking like himself, we wonder why directors don’t ask him to do the same in his films. His on screen persona would still be as tough without the wig and dyed beard. But hey, guess the Tamil audience is eons away from embracing body positivity.
We can find solace in the fact that in exactly two weeks, we will be seeing the Superstar on the big screen, in his latest, 2.0. Until then, maybe we can re-watch Petta’s motion poster for the 36th time.

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Yogi B Won The “Inspiration For Rap Music” Award In Chennai!

He has brought Tamil rap music to all over the world!
Our very own rapper Yogi B has won an award for being an inspiration for rap music in Chennai, India. He went on his social media to thank Behindwoods for the award. The award function was held in Chennai!

“Nandri Behindwoods for this honour. Immensely grateful to have won the Gold Mic Award Icon of Inspiration for Rap Music.”
“I dedicate this award to my global Tamil hip-hop family and my music fans worldwide,”
Yogi received this award from none other than D Imman himself!

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Yogi B has done so many hits and some of his music are hits until today. In 2008, Yogi B worked along with Dr Burn and Emcee Jazz on the album Vallavan. That was the album that gave Yogi B the international recognition that he truly deserves.
And from there, Yogi B continues to grow and has sung with so many other experienced singers. One of his famous tracks is the one with SP Balasubramaniam.
Thank you for inspiring many of us with your amazing music! Congrats to Yogi B for once again putting us on the world map!
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After Kabali and Kaala, Rajinikanth to Once Again Romance Young Girl?

We all remember how uncomfortable superstar Rajinikanth appeared dancing alongside the likes of Anushka and Sonakshi Sinha in Lingaa. It’s also not easy to forget how manufactured and inorganic Rajini’s face looks when the sixty-something-year-old icon is covered in layers of makeup to look 30 years younger. Seriously, just check out the music video below.

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However, it seemed like Pa. Ranjith’s Kabali and Kaala permanently closed that chapter in Rajini’s book. In both those movies, Rajini plays an ageing man. His standard introductory song in which he sings and dances vigorously was replaced with songs sung and danced by younger members of the community, with Rajini only busting a couple of his classic moves towards the end of the song. Elaborate romance sequences in which Rajini woos a girl using a harmonica or chases a girl around a temple was replaced with sequences of husband and wife quibbling. In Kabali Rajini’s character has a daughter in her 20s; In Kaala, Rajini even has grandchildren. And Rajini himself never looked better. At 67 years old, Rajini should be playing these type of characters. He isn’t Michael Corleone anymore, he’s Don Vito Corleone.
However, if recent reports are to be believed, it seems like Rajinikanth could once again be playing a much younger self in Karthik Subbaraj’s upcoming mass movie (or perhaps he’ll be playing an ageing man with a much, much younger girlfriend, which is just as facepalm-worthy). According to Times of India, a source close to the development mentioned that Malavika Mohanan will be the female lead opposite Rajinikanth. The source also went on to say:
Malavika makes her debut in this lavishly-mounted Tamil production which also features Vijay Sethupathi. Unlike her character from Dhobi Ghat in Majidi’s film, she will be seen in a glamorous avatar in this light-hearted action drama, one of the most expensive films ever made in Tamil.
That said, it is important that we take this piece of news with a grain of salt for now. After all, this isn’t official information from the makers of the film themselves, but an unnamed source. While it’s probably true that Malavika will be starring in this film too, she could be playing Vijay Sethupathi’s partner, instead of Rajini’s, or a number of other ‘glamorous’ roles. For now, it’s best we trust Karthik Subbaraj, who has proven himself to be a brilliant filmmaker thus far.
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Mahashivratri 2021 Fasting Timing & The Most Powerful Significant Mantras To Chant

Shivratri is one of the most important festivals commemorating Lord Shiva’s and Goddess Shakthi’s unification.
On Thursday, March 11th, 2021, MahaShivratri will commence.
For those who adequately perform and retain the rituals, the benefits reaped from Mahashivrathri can be extremely strong and fruitful. Staying awake on Mahashivratri night, chanting his vedic matras, listening to his songs, praying, and fasting are all esssential part of the festival.

Listed below are the fasting times based on their respective pooja timings:

Chaturdashi Tithi Begins: 05:09 PM on March 11 – Ends: 05:30 PM on Mar 12

Ratri First Prahar Puja Time: 09:00 PM to 12:00 AM, March 12

Ratri Second Prahar Puja Time: 12:00 AM to 03:00 AM, March 12

Ratri Third Prahar Puja Time: 12:31 AM to 03:32 AM, March 12

Ratri Fourth Prahar Puja Time: 06:00 AM to 09:00 AM, March 12

Shivratri Parana Time: 09:00 AM to 05:30 PM, March 12

*All timings stated are based on MYT
Lord Shiva is a symbol of compassion as well as the God of Destruction of Evil. The chants of Shiva prayers are normally acknowledged to eradicate fear and strengthen one’s inner power.

Here are five Shiva mantras to chant during the whole of Mahashivratri that will fully enhance your life:
Panchakshari Shiva Mantra:
Om Namah Shivaya
The meaning of the mantra is that we bow down to the ultimate Adhi Yogi; Lord Shiva.
This Shiva mantra is one of the most popular and effective mantra. Chanting this mantra 108 times a day will cleanse the soul and remove all sins and fears. This mantra, when repeated correctly, tends to induce relaxation while bringing spiritual wisdom and awareness.
Rudra Mantra:
 Om Namo Bhagwate Rudraay
The mantra is depicted as bowing down Maha Rudra, Maha Shiva Peruman.
This chant is also known as the Rudra Mantra, and it is used to invoke Lord Shiva’s blessings. Chanting the Rudra Mantra will help you achieve all of your goals.
Rudra Gayatri Mantra:
Om Tatpurushaya Vidmahe Mahadevaya Dhimahi Tanno Rudrah Prachodayat
The mantra seeks for the devotee to grant them with deep wisdom and allow their heart to ignite to Lord Rudra.
Gayatri Mantra on its own is one of Hinduism’s most powerful mantras. Likewise, the Shiva Gayatri Mantra is immensely powerful. Those chanting it could obtain a sense of security and be blessed with greater intelligence and liberation of mind.
Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra:
Om Tryambakam Yajamahe Sugandhim Pushti-Vardhanam Urvarukamiva Bandhanan Mrityormukshiya Mamritat
This mantra holds a great value embedded to each of it’s word. The mantra means O three-eyed one, O Shiva, we honor and love you. You are life’s fragrance, nourishing us, restoring our wellbeing, and inspiring us to prosper. Free us from attachment and death, and do not withhold immortality.
If anyone develops a fear of an uncertain event, they should chant this mantra to enable them to free themselves and conquer their fears and regain strength.  Experts believe that reciting this mantra will help one with their mental, emotional, and physical wellbeing. This mantra is expressed to Lord Shiva in order to prevent untimely death and grant everlasting bliss with longevity of life.
Daaridrya Dahana Stotram:
Vashisthen Kritam Stotram Sarvarog Nivaranam, Sarvasamparkaram Shighram Putrapautradivardhanam
This is one of the best renowned stotrams written for Lord Shiva to proffer his devotees with a cure from all their ailments and receive abundance of positive prosperity.
The stotram holds an immense power to aid with the birth of a healthy child. Those intending to conceive or give birth, may chant this stotram to ease the process better.
Let’s celebrate this wondrous festival that eliminates all darkness and negativity that has befell over us, granting us with strength to regain positivity and combat any hurdles for a better start to the year.
-Happy Mahashivratri!-
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Couple Davandakumar & Sutha Appear In Court For Allegedly Murdering A Toddler

A couple is facing the gallows after both were charged at the Klang magistrates’ court here for allegedly causing the death of a child K. Nithish. The horrifying incident took place at a house in Jalan Hulubalang, Taman Sentosa.
M Sutha, 26, the toddler’s mother, and her boyfriend S Davandakumar, 28, remained silent and nodded while the charge was read before magistrate P Sarulatha. The three-year-old toddler was pronounced dead at the Tengku Ampuan Rahimah Hospital on 24th December last year after the child’s lifeless body was brought in by his mother.
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The medical officers found that the victim’s body was plagued with wounds and swellings. An autopsy revealed that the child was abused, beaten up with pieces of wood, a waist belt and cloth hangers until he succumbed to the extensive injuries, stated The Sundaily.
No plea was recorded from the accused after both of them were charged under Section 302 of the Penal Code for murder, which carries the mandatory death penalty upon conviction.
Harian Metro stated that the Deputy Public Prosecutor Nur’Ain Madihah Zilkifli did not offer bail to both the accused, who were unrepresented in court. The court set 23rd March for re-mention and submission of forensic and pathology reports.
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Netizens Defend Rata Subang Owner Chef Vic Over Compound Issued By MBSJ

After an ordeal that left the owner of eatery Rata Subang in distress over what can presumably be seen as an unreasonable compound issued by Subang Jaya City Council (MBSJ), local celebrities and fellow Malaysians have come out to show support to the owner Vicneswara Thenamirtham, also known as Chef Vic in hopes to revive his business once again.
Picture credit: @iamchefvic
Chef Vic and his staff members are all smiles now. Rata Subang’s Instagram page followers has increased tremendously over the span of three days. Malaysian celebrities such as Balan Kash, Roshan, Stylomannavan and the very famous Chef Wan have given full support by sharing a viral video made by Chef Vic detailing a compound that was issued by the local council last week.

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Previously, Chef Vic posted an IGTV video in which he urged people to support small businesses during these difficult times after his famous Subang eatery was given a heavy compound.

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But what’s the backstory of this video that became viral on Instagram? MBSJ enforcement officers imposed the famous eatery with a RM10,000 compound on Friday night, June 25th, for allegedly remaining open for business past the 8pm cut-off time set by the government.
Local portal SAYS spoke with the owner of Rata Subang to learn more about the situation from his perspective. According to Vic, who also owns Big Brooklyn Pizza, their last order from Grab was at 7.30 pm. They do not accept orders after that time because it is their cut-off time.
 However, the orders for that particular day were a little too large, and the kitchen, which only had four workers, only managed to finish by 8.15 pm. The orders were then placed on the table for riders to collect.
At 8.30 pm, though they had completed their orders, the cops and officers from MBSJ arrived and took issue with that.
When they noticed Rata’s lights were turned on, Vic explained that his staff was sweeping the floors, which cannot be done in the dark.
He tried to explain to the authorities that his last order was at 7.30pm and not later, and that preparing 15-20 orders with only four people in the kitchen would take a long time.
He further said;
“Still, we were already shutting down and the outlet was in the midst of being cleaned. I asked them ‘what is the grace period?’, like ‘okay, if 8pm we close, we need to still clean the outlet, lock it, which all takes time.”
Vic told SAYS that it all seemed pointless seeing that they wouldn’t listen.
“The cops and the MBSJ officers also came in a big group, almost 20 of them,” he shared, adding that it was “extremely intimidating” and felt like they could cause a cluster themselves by their sheer number.
“I really thought I’m gone like they are gonna arrest me and do something”
He said, “Literally 20 of them came into my restaurant and they weren’t even practising any form of social distancing. Nothing at all. And they wouldn’t listen to me no matter how much I begged.”
Picture credit: SAYS
“They came, issued the compound, and left.”
He explained;
“I would have understood if they caught me operating beyond 8pm by taking orders. Say, I had a receipt saying there was a new order at 8.10pm, then if they compound me, it would have been my fault and I would have accepted it. But no, that night my last order was 7.30pm and I’ve the documents to prove it.”
Following the events of Friday night, Vic stated that they have been overwhelmed by the outpouring of love and support from everyone.
He said;
“All our regular and loyal customers have shown an incredible amount of response. Our Saturday sales were really good. A lot of new customers also came in due to so many celebrities sharing the video on their pages. All in all, Muslims and non-Muslims, everybody is showing love and support.”
Vic also stated that they will not accept donations from anyone.
They can simply lend a hand by ordering food from his restaurant. Now that the operating hours for restaurants have been extended until 10 pm, not only his, but also other eateries, can operate with greater ease.
Judging from his reasoning, the council officers should have been more reasonable with the chef.
However, three days after the compound was issued to the restaurant owner, the government in a twist of events now allows restaurants to operate until 10pm. This is good news for food outlet owners, their staff and even average Malaysians, like us.
However, is this a fair move in relation to Rata Subang? Should the compound be waived? What’s your take on the matter?
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Bala’s Next Movie Has Found Its Heroine

Acclaimed director Bala (Naan Kadavul, Avan Ivan, Paradesi) is currently working on his next project titled Varma, that will star Vikram’s son, Dhruv in his debut role. This film is said to be a Tamil remake of Arjun Reddy, a Telugu film, starring Vijay Devarakonda and Shalini Pandey about a final year medical student with anger management issues, who eventually leads a self-destructive life of alcoholism and drugs.

Ever since Varma was announced with Dhruv as the lead actor, there has been much speculation about who will be the heroine in the movie. As with all Bala projects, the casting is incredibly exciting as Bala is an actor’s director. He’s the kind of helmer who brings the best out of his performers in incredibly heavy, dramatic roles that also have a tinge of dark humour. His movies aren’t always masterpieces, but the performances he gets out of his actors are almost always masterful.
According to Times of India, it has just been confirmed that Megha Chowdhury has been cast to be Dhruv’s pair in Varma. She will be playing the role that Shalini Pandey played in the original Telugu movie. Initially, there were rumours circulating that Shriya Sharma would be cast in the movie. Just like Dhruv, Megha is quite the fresh face in the industry, as far as acting is concerned. To date, she has acted in a Bengali movie, Amar Prem and has also worked in a couple of Tollywood movies.
Times of India also reports that director Bala chose Megha mainly for her expressive eyes and also because she’s a trained Kathak dancer. Megha has started shooting for the film already but is yet to work on scenes together with Dhruv.

As far as Dhruv is concerned it’s interesting to see him make his debut in a Bala movie. It’s as if Bala has just come full circle. While his father, Vikram, may not have made his debut in a Bala movie, it can be argued that the first time he really made people take notice of him was in his breakout performance in Bala’s Seethu back in 1999. In 2003, he once again worked with Bala in Pitha Magan, in what many still consider to be Vikram’s Magnum Opus role.
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Anirudh Performs New Song ‘Kalyaana Vayasu’ From Kolamaavu Kokila

Renowned music composer and singer Anirudh Ravichander has unveiled a new song from Nayanthara’s upcoming movie, Kolamaavu Kokila.
According to Anirudh, the song, titled “Kalyaana Vayasu”, will be available on YouTube very soon. In the meantime, Anirudh gave fans a sneak peek of the sing on his official social media pages.
“Kalyaana Vayasu” is penned by Velaikkaaran hero, Sivakarthikeyan.

#KalyaanaVayasu full song video on YouTube tomo 🥁
10:30 am 👈🏻#KolamaavuKokila pic.twitter.com/35gSybNgmj
— Anirudh Ravichander (@anirudhofficial) May 16, 2018

Aside from Anirudh, renowned director Gautham Vasudev Menon is also involved in the music portion of the movie. The director wrote and sang the film’s first single, “Edhuvaraiyo”.
Watch the teaser for ‘Kalyaana Vayasu’ here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O5EcCDIwyis
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