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Aarambam (2013) Film Review Director: Vishnu Vardhan Casts: Ajith Kumar, Arya, Nayanthara, Tapsee Music: Yuvan Shankar Raja Language: Tamil Genre: Action There has been Himalayan hype about Ajith’s 53 rd film from the day it was announced and its absolutely redundant to question why. Compromising the 2007 blockbuster Billa ’s team, ‘Aarambam’ instantly became the most anticipated film of the year. Already known for his humungous openings, will ‘Thala’ Ajith-Vishnu combination be able to break the revenue records of Kollywood this Deepavali?  Synopsis Right from the first frame, Ashok (Ajith Kumar) is established a vicious bomber partnered with Maya (Nayanthara) set on a serious mission against the government. He kidnaps Arjun (Arya), a computer network expert to aid in his plan keeping his girlfriend. When Ashok nears his goal, Arya foils his plan by getting him arrested by the police. However, Maya reveals that Ashok has a strong, dark reason

Naiyandi (2013) Film Review Director: A.  Sarkunam Casts: Dhanush, Nazriya Music: Ghibran Language: Tamil Genre: Romantic Comedy Dhanush have been on a terrific form this year sweeping critical acclaim universally for his performances not only at Kollywood but across the region. On the other end, Sarkunam who is known for his simple yet brilliant story lines ( Vaagai Sooda Vaa & Kalavani ), have crafted a commercialized family comedy this time according sources. So what do these two National Award winners have to offer? Synopsis As treaded in many love flicks, against all odds, Chinavandu (Dhanush) succeeds in eloping with Vanna Roja (Nazriya) and resides her in his house in the name of an accountant for his shop. However, hell breaks loose when his unmarried brothers fall in love with Vanna Roja not knowing that she is their own brother’s wife. Story – Screenplay Complexity in comedy has always worked provided it has a gripping pace of

VANAKKAM CHENNAI (2013) Director: Kiruthiga Udhayanidhi Casts: Shiva, Priya Anand, Santhanam Music: Anirudh Ravichandar Language: Tamil Genre: Romantic Comedy Female directors are quite a rare instance in Tamil Cinema but most of such never fail to create a different ripple in storytelling. Vanakkam Chennai have created a tremendous pre talk, thanks to Anirudh’s scintillating album and innovative marketing strategies.  So will Kiruthiga Udhayanidhi will capitalize that success and craft a rom-com with a fresh perspective? Synopsis Ajay (Shiva) from Theni and Anjali (Priya Anand) from London get tangled in Chennai through a falsely sold apartment by a crook, Narayanan (Sanathanam). As they face immense challenge living in one roof due to their extremes at start, predictably they start to grow a soft corner for each other.  To stir up the complexity, Anjali’s fiancé Deepak (Rahul) return from London. Story – Screenplay Kiruthiga’s attemp

Raja Rani (2013) Film Review Director: Atlee Casts: Aarya, Nayanthara, Jai, Nazriya Music: G.V.Prakash Language: Tamil Genre: Romantic Comedy Debutant Atlee’s Raja Rani have numerous reasons to anticipate starting from the star studded casting to its studio (Fox Star Studios) which is renowned for its quality string of movies. The fresh marketing and interesting visual ads surely assured a sleek product from a guy who has passed out from Shankar’s school of filmmaking. But how far does he suffice the standards of his mentor? Synopsis John and Regina wed against their will and soon sink into a ruffling post marriage routine, living full hatred towards each other. As they continue holding on to their respective past, the story takes a twist when Regina falls prey to a sudden bout of fits which eventually opens up the dark pasts of John and Regina.    Story – Screenplay Director Atlee has crafted his screenplay aroun