Shreya’s ‘Silambattam’

We all have 24 hours for a day but looking at the number of films Shreya is acting in, looks like 48 hours for a day is not enough. In Tamil, she has 'Kandasamy,' 'Azhagiya Thamizh Magan' and a new film with Ajith. She has two films in Telugu. Her Hindi films include 'Ek' with Bobby Deol, 'Mission Istanbul' with Abhishek Bachchan. There's also the Hollywood film and a song with Vadivelu. Shreya's catalog does not end here. For many months Simbu's 'Silambattam' has been gathering grime and the project is being re-energized again. Saravanan turns director with this film. There was great gossip earlier about whether Simbu would be acting in this film. Now it has been deep-rooted that he is. They have approached Shreya to do the heroine role and it seems as soon as she heard that her quote was satisfying, she immediately okayed without even hearing the story. Simbu has first complete 'Kaalai' and then 'Kettavan.' It would be hardly amazing if Shreya has by then become a Hollywood dream girl! Shreya in a Hollywood film! Going to Hollywood is the vital aim of Tamil film personalities. When people were wonder if it would be Kamalhasan, Maniratnam or Shankar who would lead the list, Shreya has overtaken them! Ashok Amritaraj is a Tamilian who is a big producer in Hollywood. He is producing a film titled 'The Other End of the Line.' Directed by James Dodson, the film stars Jesse Metcalfe. When traveling together on a flight, Ashok has narrated the story to Shreya. A Mumbai call centre girl is in contact with Jesse in the US. The calls turn into love and the call centre girl flies to the US to meet Jesse. Shriya liked the story and immediately gave her call sheet to act as the call centre girl. This unexpected meeting on a flight has landed Shreya a role in Hollywood! Actually Ashok Amritraj had approached Priyanka Chopra for the role but she could not accept it as she had no free dates. That turned lucky for Shreya! One can say Shreya has a lucky mole! 
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Simbu as Billa

Silambarasan has expressed his admiration for Ajith on several occasions. His maiden directorial venture 'Vallavan' saw Silambarasan play a youth who admires Ajith. 'Kaalai' featured him with a few scenes with posters of Ajith. The actor seems to have gone a step ahead now and will be appearing with the 'Billa' look in his forthcoming venture 'Silambattam'. According to sources, Simbu comes in 'Billa' attire in the climax scene with the same background scored used for Ajith. Anu Vardhan (wife of director Vishnuvardhan), the costume designer of 'Billa' made some changes in the same suit that Ajith wore for 'Billa', to fit Simbu's size. Simbu even utters some dialogues made by Ajith in 'Billa' for 'Silambattam' 
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Silambattam Final Shoot Songs - More

After a hectic shooting schedule in Pollachi just a few days ago, the Silambattam team is gearing up once again to go back. Sources have it that Silambarasan and his team will go to Pollachi, perhaps this month end, to complete the rest of the talky portion in Silambattam. The team is tipped to camp in Pollachi for about ten days to accomplish this task. With just three songs remaining to be canned, the unit is preparing to go abroad to can the dance sequences. In all probability, the Silambattan team will leave for their trip abroad after returning from the Pollachi shooting. 
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Silambattam Songs -Rachna, Maurya and 100 girls

A song shot in a grand and aesthetically appealing set which costs a fortune, with a bevy of beauties dancing along, has always been the cynosure of his father T. Rajendar's films, and it is also so now in his films. Simbu makes sure every film of his has a song with a grand set and eye-popping models. Remember 'Manmadhan' of Manmadhan and 'Loosu Pennae' of Vallavan, which starred models from Mumbai and abroad? Keeping in line with this trend, Simbu shot a song for his upcoming Silambattam with Mumbai item girl Rachna Maurya and about 100 models from Mumbai. The song cost approximately Rs. 75 lakhs. Simbu, who has a penchant of introducing some difficult and catchy dance movements with every film he does, has worked on some real and never-seen-before dance moves in this song too. In Silambattam, Simbu plays a temple priest who turns into a violent man under some compelling circumstances. Sana Khan is his heroine. The shooting will be over by August, after which filming for Poda Podi begins. Sarathkumar's daughter Varalakshmi debuts in Poda Podi as an actress. 
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Silambattam songs and News

Silambattam Simbu who hurt his leg when performing a dance sequence for his upcomming movie Silambattam has defied doctors orders and is back to work. While performing a dance sequence under dance master Ashok Rajan for the movie Silambattam, the movements involved Simbu to neel and get up on his knees a couple of times for the fast beats of the song. On the third take for the dance movement, Simbu hurt his leg joint and was rushed to the hospital. He was ordered bed rest by the doctor. However the good hearted Simbu, does not want his producer or the dance artistes who perform with him to undergo any kind of stress, financial or otherwise due to him. So he is back to work, ignoring his pain. By not attending a days work, his producer will incur a loss of 5 lakhs and all the 250 dance artistes will have no job that day. Hence the decision to ignore his pain by Simbu. 
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Silambattam simbu

Silambarasan hurt his leg joint while shooting for a song for his upcomming movie Silambattam. While performing a dance sequence under dance master Ashok Rajan for the movie Silambattam, the movements involved Simbu to neel and get up on his knees a couple of times for the fast beats of the song. On the third take for the dance movement, Silambarasan hurt his leg joint and was rushed to the hospital. He is undergoing treatment and is on the road to recovery.Silambattam with Silambarasan will have Sana Khan in the lead role. Silambattam will have two heroines Sana Khan and Sneha. Cameraman Saravanan is doing his directorial debut in Silambattam. Cinematography is by R. Madhi and Yuvan Shankar Raja, the favorite music director of Silambarasan, has been roped in for the film 'Silambattam'. Silambarsan has been the highlight of the media recently with him meeting Mayor Ron Stevens and council prior to touring the city of Orilla in Canada for the shooting of his next movie Pooda Poodi. It was also widely rumored that Varalakshmi, daughter of actor Sarath Kumar will debut opposite to Silambarasan in this film. Sarath Kumar in one of his blogs has clarified that this is not so. 
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Simbhu looks for fresh girls from north

As girls in Kollywood run away from the place if they hear the name of Simbhu as they think Simbhu means Vambhu, Simbhu is suffering from loneliness. With no other option, Simbhu is looking for girls who are innocent about this field and have no links with local Kollywood girls. His new movie will be titled Podaa… Vaadee… The title itself makes the girls run away. Mumbai model Sana Khan, who is acting with him now, for the movie Silambattam is trying her best to escape from him. 
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Sana Khan is Simbhu’s sister

The Amul Macho fame girl Sana Khan is pairing with Simbhu for the movie Silambattam. Don't ask immediately how a sister will pair with brother even in reel? Simbhu decided not to date with the female who pairs with him for the movie. Simbhu has made up his mind that the girl who pairs with him for reel will be his sister in real. 
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Simbhu to do his looty as temple priest

Cinema vulgarity is not going to leave the priests who do poojas to god and live a peaceful life. The daemon is coming to them in the way of Simbhu as he has taken up the role of temple priest doing cine vulgar looty with the Macho fame girl. The movie is to have two heroines, as usual one for glamour and another for character role. sana khan the amul macho girl is to take up the glamour part while Sneka to do character role. The film will have a mix of classical songs, including a re-mix of songs from Thiruvilayadal, and some hip-hop numbers tuned by Dheena. Silambattam, which is due for release in the summer of 2008. After the debacle in Kaalai, Silambarasan has chosen to go on a quiet mode. The actor, who is otherwise known for his open talk, has resolved to maintain silence until the release of Silambattam. 
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Sneka is to pair with Simbu

Its now official that Sneka will pair with Simbu for the movie Silambattam. Already the shooting for Silambattam is being taken and Simbu is acting with one of the heroine 'Sana Khan'. As per the story, the movie has two heroines and the other one was not decided till recently. Now it has been announced that Sneka will pair with Simbu. Along with Simbu, Prabhu is also in a supporting character and they are looking for a pair for him too. Ambika, Meena, Simran etc., are competing for the same. 
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Simbu consults Bharath on Kajal

It has been officially announced that Kajal Agarwal plays the second heroine in Silambarasan's 'Silambattam'. Director Saravanan made an extensive search before zeroing in on Kajal Agarwal. He has signed her up for the movie after consulting the hero. The hero gave his nod after consulting his friend and co-star Bharath about the professional attitude of the actress. Bharath gave a clean chit to the actress, who acted with him in 'Pazhani'. Bharath seemed to have explained about her professional ethics, particularly punctuality, to Silambarasan. This has convinced Silambarasan, who has accepted the choice with satisfaction. So 'Silambattam' will have Sana Khan and Kajal as the heroines. Prabhu, who has been doing important roles in young heroes' films, is playing a crucial role in 'Silambattam'. 
Source:Simbu consults Bharath on Kajal

Silambattam’: Dhina out Yuvan in

Yuvan Shankar Raja, the favorite music director of Silambarasan, has been roped in for the film 'Silambattam'. This has effectively puts Dhina, the original music composer of the film, out of the project. Dhina however, has no regrets, as the decision was taken by Silambarasan after consulting him. Though Simbu, who has a special taste for music, has high regards for Dhina's talents, he prefers Yuvan, as both of them work brilliantly as a team to bring out excellent stuff. So Simbu decided to go for Yuvan and he explained his feelings to Dhina, who gracefully accepted to step down. The decision is also viewed by some as a two-in-one strategy of Silambarasan. Since Yuvan does music for 'Kettavan', Silambarasan might have thought that the time spent for the composing could be useful for both films. The teaming up of the successful combo of Simbu and Yuvan has undoubtedly increased the expectations of 'Silambattam', which is growing on a steady pace. 
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Simbu Silambattam Movie Preview

Lakshmi Movie Makers launched their 25th film, Silambattam starring Silambarasan and debutante Sanaa Khan at AVM Studios on December 7. A large gathering of film luminaries attended the function. Silambarasan nee Simbu sported an orthodox Brahmin look and faced the camera along with heroine Sanaa at the Lord Vinayaka temple in the studio complex. Later addressing the media, the irrepressible actor said in a lighter vein that since people called him a good guy now, he is playing a soft role. He hastens to add that how and why a soft-spoken gentle orthodox youngster turns into a volcano form the crux of the theme. "It is a positive character in an action entertainer." He attended the shoot with a bandaged finger. The actor suffered an injury while shooting for his forthcoming film, Kalai. Undaunted he completed the day's work for the film. Heroine Sanaa Khan is a model from Mumbai and says it is her first film assignment. Another heroine has to be chosen. John Vijay who made a mark with Oram Po plays the antagonist. Cinematographer Saravanan debuts as the director with Silambattam. "To concentrate more as a filmmaker I entrusted the job of cinematography to my friend and erstwhile associate Madhi," he said. "Set in rural and city ambience, the shoot will take place in Kumbakonam, parts of South Tamil Nadu and in Chennai, he disclosed. Dhina composes the music. Producers Muralidharan and Swaminathan hoped that their 25th film would run as many weeks. 
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First Look : Simbu’s new role

Guess what role Simbu is playing in his new film Silambattam? He will don the role of an apaavi (innocent) poojari (temple priest) who, due to certain circumstances, is forced to take the law into his hands! .Simbu is going to start work on his new film Silambattam for the prestigious banner Lakshmi Movie Makers (LMM) — This would be their 25th film. It is also going to be the directorial debut of cameraman Saravanan, a buddy of Simbu.The shoot of the film will take place in the temple towns of tamil Nadu. He has roped in two heroines from Mumbai — One of them is Sana Khan.New girl from Mumbai, Sana Khan is being introduced in "Silambattam" due in summer of 2008. She looks beautiful and is said to be very talented. 
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Prabhu becomes Simbu’s teacher

Actor Simbu will now becomes a student and the golden opportunity to train the star goes to none other than Prabhu, the seasoned campaigner. Both of them will be seen in the movie 'Silambattam' and Prabhu gets to play the role of an instructor in the art of 'Silambattam' while Simbu plays the role of an innocent, young Brahmin boy. The scene requires that Prabhu gets to grill Simbu, as he is unable to cope up with the training and gets his things wrong, Prabhu gets into the process of correcting Simbu and make him master the art. 
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‘Silambattam’ director in look for a theatre

Silambattam' is directed by Saravanan starring Silambarasan in the lead role. The director is in search of a theatre to tell his story on screen. The story of the film has a theatre as one of its strong components. Saravanan, while writing the story had the Virumbakkam National theatre, which is located in the outskirts of Chennai in his mind. But before he could ask the owners of the hall Ilayathalapathy Vijay had purchased the hall and started constructing a shopping complex in that place. The director was in search of another theatre and finally he had finalized the theatre which is located in Vishakapattinam. 
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Simbu takes a role to become a temple chief priest

Silambarasan's silambattam is officially launched yesterday, December 7 at AVM studios. When Simbu, when asked why play such a sober character, he said to the press meet after the launch function "when you are so young, you can attract many, in particular youngsters, by playing negative characters. But, as you grow and get standard by all, you have to be careful in choosing your roles. So I have chosen to act in the roles that would attract everyone" But he clarifies that it would have his regular thrilling action and romance. This movie has two heroines one Sanna Khan, a model from Mumbai and other one not yet 
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‘Silambattam’ before ‘Kettavan’ – Simbu talk

In his'Silambattam' apparel of vibuti smeared temple and swept up kudumi, Simbu reminds one of Kamal Hassan. Lakshmi Movie Makers produce this film after'Pudupettai' and the director is cameraman Saravanan. Mumbai model Sanaa Khan makes her debut as Simbu's heroine. Hunt is on for another heroine! John Vijayan, who played the bad guy role in'Oram Po' is the villain of this film. photography is by R. Madhi and music is by Dina. The film ongoing off shooting and pooja at the Pillayar temple in AVM Studios. The VIPs of Tamil cinema were present with their good wishes and Simbu gave a shot of praying at the temple. "Suddenly they have started calling me a good man. To keep that image, I have started compliant positive roles," said a seriously joking Simbu holding his injured thumb every now and then as it smarted. "The story is to be found in Kumbakonam. Simbu as temple priest is a calm man. An incident disrupts this calm man and how it transforms him into an destructive man is the story line," says director Saravanan. Shooting is to take place at Thiruvaiyaru, Thirunelveli, Tenkasi, Visakapatnam and Rajamundry. Does Simbu know Silambattam? "I have learnt Silambattam when I was a small boy. I have not taken exacting training for this film." Simbu also announced that'Silambatatm' would be released before'Kettavan.'  
Source:'Silambattam' before 'Kettavan' – Simbu talk

Simbu’s new Avatar

Silambarasan, known for young-looking action roles, has stepped into a poles apart role. He plays a pious man in his forthcoming film Silambattam. The movie, which is launched tomorrow, will have him playing the role of a temple priest.The chief priest, however, will turn a warrior when getting rubbed on the wrong side. The movie is said to have two heroines one of whom is tipped to be Sana Khan from Mumbai. The film will be the 25th production of Lakshmi Movie Makers. It will be a maiden venture of cinematographer Saravanan as director.Simbu's Kaalai might hit the screens by Pongal, 2008 while his Kettavan is shelved for the time being. Going by the remix mania, Silambattam is believed to have the classical song "Nalamthaanaa" from Sivaji Ganesan's 'Thillaana Mohanambal'. 
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Simbu`s `Silambattam`

Simbu will not have a release in 2007. His last release was Vallavan, in November 2006 Diwali. Now he has accomplished the shoot of his Kaalai, which the trade is hoping will hit the screens for Pongal 2008. The boy has an opening and if he plays his cards well, he will become the fastest rising star among the young guns of Kollywood!

This Friday (December 7) Simbu is going to start his new film Silambattam, for the impressive banner Lakshmi Movie Makers (LMM) for whom it will be their 25th film. It is also going to be the executive debut of cameraman Saravanan, a buddy of Simbu.

Guess what role Simbu is in performance in the film? He is going to don the role of a Apaavi (innocent) 'Poojari' in a temple who due to definite state of affairs is forced to take law into his hand!

The shoot of the film will take place in the temple towns of Kumbakonam, Tiruvayur, Tirunelveli, Tenkasi and towns like Vizag, Rajhamundhry, and Hyderabad in Andhra. The star cast will also have Santhanam, Ganja Karuppu, Karnas and music by Dheena.

And the most imperative aspect in a Simbu film is the heroine. He and director Saravanan are going to launch Sana Khan a new Mumbai girl.

 
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Remix in Silambaattam!

Remixes highlight today's trend in song symphony for films.

Now it is Simbu's turn to feature an oldiest set to new and popular instrumentation. Simbu's Manmadhan had one of the best remixes 'En Asai Maithiliye' lifted from his father Vijaya.T. Rajendar's hit.

Now Silambaattam has 'Nalamthaanaa' from the classic Sivaji film Thillana Mohanambal.

Silambaattam, produced by Lakshmi Movie Makers and directed by cinematographer Saravanan, has Simbu in the lead role. Music is by Dheena.

Of course, audience will be curious to see how this song with a classical base is going to get dressed up with modern sounds.

 
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Sneha in ‘Silambattam’

Simbu has a strange luck when it comes to heroine Sneha his films. On one hand, he has cool characters like Yana Gupta and Mandira Bedi. On the other he has a confusing Lekha

After 'Kaalai' and 'Kettavan,' Simbu is acting in 'Silambattam.' It is the first film directed by cinematographer Saravanan. After a tiny break from production, Lakshmi Movie Makers produce this film.

Simbu has two heroines in the film. Producer K Muralidharan says Sneha is one of the heroines, but Sneha herself is rather feeble over this.

Sneha is acting day and night as she has 7 film assignments on hand – 3 in Telugu and 4 in Tamil namely 'Aruvadai,' 'Pirivom Sandhippom,' 'Inba' and 'Pandi.'

Sneha - "Because I have no free dates, I could not act in 'Kaalai.' I would like to act in 'Silambattam' but the call sheet…" She lags.

The producer seems wedged on having Sneha as the heroine, so she may well end up doing silambattam!

 
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Sneha With Simbu in Silambattam ?

Simbu's Silambattam is Lakshmi Movie Makers 25th film which will also be the first appearance of noted cameraman

Saravanan as a director. The shooting of this movie is going to start soon. Silambarasan is acting as the hero in the movie.

There are two heroines in this movie and Sneha has been approach for one of the heroine role.

It can be recalled that Sneha was made-up to act with Simbu in Kalai but could not because of call sheet problems. Now she

has been approched for Silambattam. Already she is doing three movies in Telugu. In Tamil she has Pirivom Sandipom with

Cheran, with Shaam, Aruvadai with Mammooty and Pandi; with Lawrence to finish. With all these movies to finish Sneha

might have problem giving call sheet to Silambattam. Let's see if Simbu gets to do the Silambattam with Sneha.

 
Source:Sneha With Simbu in Silambattam ?