Tamil movie awarded at New York Independent Film Festival

New Delhi (PTI): Tamil movie "Mudhal Mudhal Mudhal Varai", the moving story of a director desperately trying to make his first feature film, has been honoured at the New York International Independent Film and Video Festival.

Directed by Chennai-based Krishnan Seshadri Gomatam, the film won the award for the 'Best Drama Feature' in the 'Best Feature film (International) - Genre' awards category in the festival held recently.

The film was part of the Indian Panorama at the International Film Festival of India 2008 in Goa and was widely acclaimed for its distinctive storyline that captures the life of an upper middle class family.

"Mudhal..." which is Gomatam's debut film, is based on his own original story and was among the 20 films that were selected in the Indian Panorama section of IFFI, according to an official release here.

The film's cast comprises of C P Satyajit, Anuja Iyer, E Kumaravel and Charan, apart from a host of newcomers. Art direction for the film has been given by Thotta Tharani, cinematography is by Fowzia Fathima, editing by B Lenin, while music has been given by Aslam Mustafa.

Set in contemporary India, the narrative follows a filmmaker, trying to make his first feature film. However, time is running out for him as his girlfriend suffers from a terminal illness. He wants to marry her, but she says that she will do so only after he completes his first film.

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Suriya is basking in glory over the box office results of his recently released Ayan. The actor says that his penchant for trying out something new in his films has paved way for his success. He, in fact, understands, that to sustain in the film industry the actors need to be creative and hardworking. Suriya, in a recent interview, said that he will try out something new in all his movies henceforth. He also revealed that his Aadhavan, which is his next film in the line up, will also have him do something new. Suriya, however, refused to reveal what his plans are.

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After an action-packed outing in Thenavattu, actor Jeeva is ready with his next Siva Manasula Sakthi, a breezy romantic film.

The movie, produced by Vikatan Televisions, is directed by Rajesh, an associate of S A Chandrasekaran, with whom he worked for films such as Dost, Nenjirukkum Varai and Sukran.

Newcomer Anuya pairs opposite Jeeva. ‘It is a feel- good film,’ said Rajesh. Chennai 28- fame Sakthi Saravanan is cranking the camera.

Yuvanshankar Raja has scored the music. ‘The youth are sure to relate to the happenings on screen. The chemistry between Jeeva and the new found Anuya has worked well.

The new girl also has knowledge of acting, thanks to a stint at the Pune Institute’. The cast includes Santhanam, Sathyan and Urvashi.

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First Word Ilayathalapathy Vijay and Prabhu Deva, the combo that gave us the blockbuster hit Pokkiri is back in action with Ayngaran International's Villu. As the title suggests, the movie is a fast-paced commercial entertainer targeting the mass audiences, especially Vijay fans. So, is it the Pongal treat that his loyal fans were waiting for? Keep reading... Who’s In It? After Tharani's Kuruvi, Ilayathalapathy Vijay returns to the silver screen with Villu. He does a dual role for the second time; Nayantara who was supposed to be his pair in Kuruvi plays his love interest in this movie directed by Prabhu Deva. The movie also has Prakashraj, Anantha Raj, Vadivelu, Ranjitha and Geetha. Devi Sri Prasad composes the music and Ravi Varman is the cinematographer. The movie has editing by Kola Baskar and stunts by FEFSI Vijayan. What’s It About? The story is inspired by Bobby Deol's Soldier which was released nearly a decade back. Vijay plays an affectionate son who seeks revenge on the men who were responsible for the death of his father. Major Saravanan (Vijay), an honest army officer, was on the verge of capturing three army officials involved in trading of weapons and ammunitions to terrorists and drug lords, but was brutally murdered by them. The men framed him as a terrorist and stripped off the medals and commendations from his dead body just before his last rites. Saravanan's dead body was left to rot in the sun since the villagers refused to cremate him in their neighbourhood. He is survived by his wife (Ranjitha) and his only son Pughal (Vijay) who then plans and takes revenge on the murderers and removes out the terrorist image from the name of his patriotic father. The Performances This movie with an outdated story is completely shouldered by Vijay's screen presence and music by Devi Sri Prasad. Vijay impresses with his style and mannerisms. As usual, Vijay rocks in the dance department to, drawing huge applause. As Janvi, Nayantara, the dream girl of many a youth today, never fails to sizzle on screen with her seductive costumes. Vadivelu, who was very successful in his comedy track with Vijay in Pokkiri has delivered a below-average performance. Prakashraj and Anantha Raj have nothing much to do except to show villainous faces and keep challenging the hero to death. Geetha and Ranjitha are just part of the cast. Technical aspects Ayngaran International, who had given a stylish look for Ajith in Billa and Aegan, do the same to Vijay in Villu. The cinematography and costumes are excellent. Stunts deserve special mention. Final Verdict Villu is a movie for purely satisfying Vijay fans, a commercial entertainer for the B & C audience. But, at a time where audiences have started appreciating movies like Poo, Vaaranam Aayiram and Abhiyum Naanum, a script like Villu is really regressing by taking audiences back to the 80's where movies where based on exaggerated sentiments. Let's hope Vijay chooses better scripts in the years to come and gives us movies like Poove Unagagha, Kushi and Priyamanavale. Villu - Made for Vijay Fans! Positives: Vijay, Nayantara and Music Negatives: Story and Dragging Second Half

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