Ratha Charithram movie release date

Ram Gopal Varma’s much hyped controversial multi-lingual film ‘Ratha Charithram’ which is being made in Tamil, Telugu and Hindi with Surya, Priyamani, Vivek Oberoi in the lead roles is all set for release soon in 2 parts. As ‘Rakta charitra’ is 5 Hour length movie producer decided to release in 2 Parts. Rakta charitra-1 in telugu version is set to release on October 21st and later on Hindi version dated for October 22nd for release. ‘Rakta charitra’ 2nd part of the movie scheduled to release with a gap of two weeks of the Part 1 release.While coming to Tamil of Ratha Charithram it will be released as full length movie as Surya appears in the second half of the movie.

‘Rakta charitra-1′ is completely compress of Paritala Ravi Showcase and until his brucial murder.In the 2nd version Paritala Ravi Murder and the case running on Maddelacheruvu Suri proceding him to jail life.The whole movie which goes on faction backdrop which comprises of violence and bloodshed.The film story is based on the real concept of TDP leader Paritala Ravi which is being played by Vivek Oberoi in the film and Surya will be seen as Maddela Cheruvu Suri and Priyamani as his wife Gangula Bhanumathi.

Rattha Charitram audio has been launched by Mani Ratnam

The music of Ram Gopal Varma’s controversial flick Rattha Charitram (Tamil version of Raktha Charitra), starring Vivek Oberoi, Suriya and Priyamani in the lead, was launched in Chennai yesterday by ace director Mani Ratnam . Music is by Mani Sharma. Ram Gopal Varma, A.R. Murugadoss, Suriya, Sivakumar, Karthi, Vivek Oberoi, Shatrughan Sinha, Priyamani, Dayanidhi Alagiri and Lingusamy graced the event. The music of the Telugu version was launched in a simple function at Hyderabad recently.

The movie is an intense political drama focusing on the life of Anantapur Telugu Desam Party (TDP) MLA Paritala Ravi. Made as a trilingual in Telugu, Hindi and Tamil by Madhu Mantena and Sheetal V. Talwar, the film has completed its entire shooting and is expected to hit screens by October end.

Priyamani refuses the history movie

Priyamani has reportedly walked out of ‘Sangoli Rayanna’, a Kannada film starring Darshan in the lead. Directed by Naganna, the movie revolves around the life of a prominent freedom fighter from Karnataka, who fought the British till his death.

“We were initially assured by Priyamani and her manager that she would work in this film. We were even asked to pay the advance. But were informed later that she did not want to be a part of the project”, Naganna reportedly said.

Trying to find out the reason behind the “sudden decision” of the actress, he added: “It is not a glamourous role and may not be a complete commercial flick as the story deals with history and happenings”.

Meanwhile, Priyamani’s second Kannada film, ‘Eno Onthara’ with Ganesh will be released shortly. Her trilingual ‘Raktha Charithra’, directed by Ram Gopal Varma, is also getting ready for release.

Priyamani acted very Glamoursely in her next Telugu movie

National award winner Priyamani has already proved that she can easily handle any role! Notably, most of her glamour roles are in Telugu films (Pravarakyudu, Sadhyam and Golimaar) and now, in the same T-Town, she now dares to do something which never happened before in her career!

According to sources, Priyamani will be seen in a liplock scene with Sumanth in a forthcoming film directed by debut Vigisipi Vishtaa and produced by Kumar Brothers. This is the first such scene both for Priyamani and Sumanth and was shot on Wednesday.

It is said the director decided to include a liplock scene in this romantic flick after watching the terrific chemistry between Sumanth and Priyamani on the sets. Rim Jhim is said to be the titled under consideration for this flick. Vimala Raman is the second heroine.

Priyamani joins Sumanth

National award winning actress Priyamani will be the heroine opposite tall and handsome hero Sumanth in his forthcoming Telugu film to be directed by debut director Vigisipi Vishtaa and produced by Kumar Brothers. Vimala Raman will the second heroine. The shooting of this untitled film is already on and the crew has left for Bangkok to can some important scenes and three songs in their last schedule.

"This is a triangular love story gelled with comedy and family sentiments. Though the theme may sound outdated, the director gave it an altogether new touch, which would not disappoint audiences. The role played by Sumanth is varied in its presentation," the producer said.

Also in the cast are Ali, Sayaji Shinde, Hema, Giribabu, MS and others. Music is by Koti and cinematography by John. The movie is expected to grace screens during Diwali.

Priyamani follows Trisha's food steps

Priyadarshan who introduced Trisha in the Hindi film is also now introducing Priyamani in a Hindi film. Trisha became an actress because of Priyadarshan. Priyadarshan who introduced Trisha in the Tamil film has also introduced her in the Hindi film. Trisha made her debut in the Hindi film Khatta Meeta produced by Akshay Kumar.

The film was released and is doing well at the box office. Because of this Trisha is in cloud nine. At this point of time Priyamani is also going to Bollywood. She will also be introduced by Priyadarshan.

She is acting in the film Bullet Train being directed by Priyadarshan. Ajay Devgan and Sunil Shetty are in the lead roles. There are two heroines in this film.

One is Samira Reddy and other heroine is Priyamani. Priyamani in the recent days is rocking with her glamour outfits. She is ready to rock with extra glamour in Hindi films. A tough competition is expected as far as glamour is concerned because Samira Reddy is there.

Rattha charithram Movie Trailer

Director : Ram Gopal Varma
Music Director : Mani Sharma
Lead Star : Surya, Vivek Oberoi
Cast : Shatrughan Sinha, Priyamani, Radhika Apte, Subrat Dutta
Release Date : August 2010

Raavanan is the pet name of Vikram in Raavanan flim

A special event on the Mani Ratnam-directed Raavanan was held in Chennai recently. Priyamani, Vikram, Karthik, Prabhu, Vairamuthu, AR Rahman and others participated in the event. In an effort to introduce the film, actor Karthik and Priyamani held an interview session.

To a question on whether the film is an inspiration of Ramayana, Vikram said that it has traces of Ramayana, Mahabharata and Silappadhigaram. When asked if he is the Raavanan, Vikram replied that it is his pet name in the film.

Vairamuthu read out the lyrics that he had penned for the movie and AR Rahman sang it on stage much to the delight of the audience.

Priyamani and Ganesh to do lead role in Kushi remake

Priyamani has bagged the offer to star in the Kannada remake of the popular film Kushi. Starring in the male lead role will be Ganesh. Titled Eno Onthara, the film will be produced by Udayachandra Productions. Mahesh will don the director’s robe for this film.

It is worth mentioning here that both the Telugu and Tamil versions of this film were super-duper hits. While Vijay and Jyothika starred in the Tamil version, Pawan Kalyan and Bhoomika played the lead roles in the Telugu version. Both the editions were directed by SJ Suryah.
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Comedian Vaiyapuri turns hero

Vaiyapuri made his debut in the film Ilaya Ragam some 15 years back. He has acted more than 200 films in various languages. He will be doing a lead role in a film. While speaking to the media, he said,” Many are asking me whether I am donning a role of a transgender.

It is true. I am donning this role in Raavan directed by Manirathnam. I am acting as the friend of Priyamani in this film. Acting as a transgender was a different experience. In the same way, I have donned the role of cowboy in the film Irumbu Kottai Murattu Singam wherein my sideburns and mustache meet.

I have learnt horse riding and gun shooting for this film. I am eager to do the hero role. A director came and told me a story. I agreed to do the lead role. But he threw a bomb by saying that there should be another hero to support me and he wanted me to get his call sheet.

I declined this offer. Now P Vasu’s assistant Devendran has told me a story which I liked. The announcement regarding me becoming hero will come shortly. I am also donning the second hero role in a Malayalam film Kalyanamam Kalyanam.

In Tamil, I am acting in 15 films including Kola Kolaya Mundhrika, Kanagavel Kaaka, Body Guard remake, Vellore Mavattam, Chikku Bukku and Bale Pandiya. In Ninavil Nindraval I am donning five kinds of getups.”
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Priyamani in the Raavan movie offer

Priyamani recalls that she was excited when Mani Ratnam called her to his office to narrate the storyline of Raavan and her role in it. When the director offered the role to her, all that he wanted to know was how good her Hindi was. When Priyamani replied it was quite good, the director called one of his assistants to converse with her in Hindi to test her linguistic skills. Satisfied with the accent, Mani offered the role, she gushes.

Interestingly, Priyamani also bagged another Bollywood offer soon after this. It is the Ram Gopal Varma’s Raktha Charithra.
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Priyamani inaugurated the Oscars 2010

Priyamani on Monday inaugurated the ‘Oscars 2010’ in Chennai, a film festival which is being organised by the US Consulate General, Chennai, Indo-Cine Appreciation Foundation and the Madras Film Society.

“It is a good platform to showcase the movies that were nominated for the Oscars this year,” the actress said while inaugurating the festival, where American films that were either nominated for or won the Oscars this year, will be screened.

The opening film that was screened on Monday was ‘A Serious Man,' directed by Ethan Coen and Joel Coen. U.S Consul-General in Chennai Andrew T Simkin said screening of films that entered the Oscars had always evoked an overwhelming response from film-lovers.

“The Consulate has been popularising the films by selecting the best movies for such festivals. A similar festival organised earlier this year got a tremendous response,” the Consul-General said, expressing happiness.
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Priyamani's experience with Ram Gopal Varma

Priyamani shared her experience about starring in the Ram Gopal Varma film Raktha Charithra. The national award winning actress says that she was initially scared of working in a Ram Gopal Varma film and wondered what it would be like. However, the first trip to Mumbai to complete the shooting changed all this perception, she adds.

Priyamani says that working with RGV was a wonderful experience and he was easy to deal with on the sets.

Suriya joins Priyamani in Bollywood

The news is out. Suriya and Priyamani will be launched in Hindi with ‘Raktha Charitra’ by Ram Gopal Varma this year. Priyamani will play opposite Suriya, who is playing the role of Maddelacheruvu Suri in the film, a romp through the saga of Anantapur faction feuds. The much-publicised film sees the couple, along with Vivek Oberoi. Vivek Oberoi plays the role of Paritala Ravi and Bengali actress Radhika Apte is doing his wife's role, Paritala Sunita.

The prestigious project, which RGV regards as the most important film of his career, is proceeding at a brisk pace. A two-part idea, the film is expected to hit the screens later this year. A real-life saga of power politics, factionalism and more, the film has been mired in controversies as well.

‘Raktha Charitra’ will be made in Hindi, Telugu and Tamil.

With two big names making their debut in Hindi with the same film is big news, Add that to Vikram who will make it in Hindi with Mani Ratnam’s ‘Raavan’. The year is going to be too good for Kollywood in Bollywood.

Priyamani's next project is glamorous role

After playing a housemaid Thulasi opposite Srinivasan (Dhanush) in the much-acclaimed offbeat Tamil film Adhu Oru Kana Kaalam (2005), National award winning Priyamani will once again team up with director Balu Mahendra in his new Tamil film to be produced by an NRI Sri Lankan.
If Balu Mahendra's Adhu Oru Kana Kaalam had Priyamani portraying the role of a girl next door, his new film will have her in a glamorous role, it is heard. This yet-to-be-titled film will introduce a new face as the hero.
Cinematography will be handled by Anwar, a gold medalist from the Pune Film Institute. Music is by Balu Mahendra’s favourite Ilayaraja. This film is expected to start rolling in November 2010.
Priyamani is currently busy with five films: ace Mani Ratnam's Tamil and Hindi versions of Raavan, Master (Malayalam), Saadhyam (Telugu) and Eno Onthara (Kannada). Her recent releases are Raam (Kannada) and Shambo Shiva Shambo (Telugu).

Priyamani joins Balu Mahendra

Balu Mahendra who gave Priyamani one of her life time roles in ‘Adhu Oru Kana Kaalam, has again picked the dusky beauty for his next film.

In ‘Adhu Oru Kana Kaalam’ Priyamani did an excellent job opposite Dhanush. The film was considered off-beat and hence did not do well at the box office.

This new film by Balu Mahendra will be her first serious film after going for an image make over as a glamorous heroine. The film is being produced by Srilankan Tamils living abroad.

The yet to be titled film will introduce a new hero and Priyamani has agreed for that. Balu Mahendra will train all the other new actors in the film with an expert trainer before they face the camera.

Cinematography will be handled by Anwar, who is a gold medalist from Poona Film Institute. Music is by Balu Mahendra’s favourite Illayaraja. Assistant Directors who will be working in this film are the students of Balu Mahendra Film Institute.

The new film is expected to start rolling in November.

Questins about Priyamani glamour roles and bikini dress

Priyamani while speaking to the media said,” Many are asking me why I am acting in glamour roles wearing bikini dress. All mixed together is acting. You cannot tell it is vulgar if one reduces the dress.

If you wear modern dress, this itself is glamour. Right from Aishwarya Rai to Bipasha had acted wearing swim suits. If I act in glamour roles, people are asking that why I am not acting in village roles.

In those days popular actresses like Saroja Devi to Padmini have acted in glamour and village roles. Characters will be according to the story. I can do any kind of role. The Tamil film Nadodigal is being remade in Telugu with the title Sambo Siva Sambo.

I am acting in three Telugu films including this one. I am also acting in one Kannada film.”

Priyamani says good-bye Tamil movies

It seems Priyamani isn’t too happy with the way Kollywood is treating her. Even after her national award? Yup. Apparently after her first few failures in Kollywood, and after being branded “unlucky”, she got her chance at Paruthiveeran and she aced the role. But that award didn’t do what you would expect it to. Instead of getting her encouraged, it discouraged her. She said that it was Ameer who did all the work and made her act, and feared that she would be branded again as a classical actor and wouldn’t get enough roles.Her father/ manager decided to change things, and they made an album of Priyamani which showed off her curves and herself in a different view that what we’ve all seen. Not very fatherly, but a damn good managerial move. This got her quite well off into Tollywood, where she’s done a fewmovies and made a few impressions. It also looks like she’ll be getting into the Mallu Film industry because of her connections with Prithviraj. She has also said in interviews that she isn’t happy with Kollywood because it didn’t do justice to her curves.She looks like she’ll do quite well for herself in the future. Just don’t expect to see her in too many Tamil movies.

Priyamani's next goal is award

Priyamani is currently acting in an untitled Telugu film. This film has lot of scope for her. While speaking about this, she said,” It is boring for me to run behind the heroes.

So for a change I am acting in this film. This film is about the three seasons in the heroine’s life. Because of this I will be appearing in three get ups. I am acting in this film for the sake of the people who ask me that how can award actresses can act in commercial films. Though Jagapathi Rao is the hero of this film, his portions are less. In future I will be accept films which has scope for acting.”

Priyamani: No more auto travel in Bangalore

If you were an auto driver and actress Priyamani asked you for a ride to her house, what would be your reaction? Obviously, after taking a few moments to get hold of your wits, pinch yourself to check if you were awake and gasp in astonishment several times, you would obviously welcome her warmly, decide to take her autograph, remember her residence, and bask in her reflected glory! Right? That’s precisely what’s bothering Priyamani now!

Priyamani, who lives in Bangalore, was not quite as well-known there as she is in Chennai. Hence she could shop anywhere she wanted and travel around by an auto with no worries. However, with her Kannada debut Raam releasing shortly, she fears her days of normal life in Bangalore are numbered. She is confident in the movie’s success and hence feels that people would now start recognizing her in Bangalore too, so she will be mobbed by fans, which means she just cannot casually take an auto and go shopping or head back home from a manic shopping spree!