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Prison Break is a show that caught everyone by surprise. The show had a wafer-thin story line.Yet it managed to score high in terms of success. Popular demand for the show, made the producers Fox, give up the fight agains the oweners and cotinue with thw show. The lead characters Micheal Scofield and Lincon Burrows were outstanding throughout the 4 seasons. They pulled off hard-to-convince characters with relative ease. Their on-screen chemistry was good enough to justify Micheal’s attempts to rescue Lincon. Sara is the love interest of Micheal and her character has enough ground to sustain on this thin story line. The trio of Micheal, Lincon and Sara keep fight new challenges for years , four of them, and finally are able to rest. The show ends with Micheal dying of brain cancer. But the real hero of the story is the story itself. The director and the story-writter give their best in bringing out the essence of each character in short screen times. The characterization and acting of all the support characters were trule remarkable. T-Bag, Sucre, Mahone, Bellick, The General will be names that will be remembered for a long time to come. This show is truly great and deserves all the praise. Too bad it had only 4 seasons. I would have loved to see more.

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Yes, you read the title right. Superstar Rajnikanth and Kamal Hassan are coming together after many many years. These latest developments in the Tamil Film Industry have caused much excitement among fans in Tamil Nadu and around the world.

The director who has managed to rope the two legends together is none other than K.Balachander. The veteran director who in many ways shaped the careers of these two actors has managed to do what has been impossible for nearly 25 years.

The details of the project are still being kept under the wraps. But sources have confirmed that this will not be a full length feature film but a short film only. Other members of the technical crew are yet to be finalized. The sheer thought of imagining the two legends run shoulders on the screen is enough source of excitement for now.

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Actor Vijay, who is having an aweful run at the box office, is facing his next major challenge. Latest reports have it that the actor has been removed from the remake of the very successful movie 3-Idiots. Director Shankar would be directing this movie after his high performance mega flick Endhiran.

Actor Vijay was among the earliest stars who were confirmed to play a part in this movie. Last month, Jiva and Sreekanth were confirmed as the other 2-Idiots. But latest developments have meant that Vijay had a fall out with director Shankar over costumes and an image makeover. The difference has been so much that the actor has refused to compromise his look for his ongoing movie.

Actor Vijay clearly needs a good head to guide him through this challenging phase. He last big hit was years ago and 3-Idiots was supposed to be his big break. Unfortunately the actor has refused to grow up and is continuing to throw his star tantrums. Vijay will be the big loser in this ego clash. Hope he gains some sense. Meanwhile, this news has spread joy among people who were hoping that Vijay would not be playing the role done by Aamir Khan. Fans of the original are happy at least for now.

Aishwarya Rai is the evergreen heroine of Indian cinema. She debuted in a Mani Rathnam movie soon after she won her Miss World crown. Ever since that movie, there has been no looking back for this beautiful diva.

Mainstream success in Hindi movies took a time for Aishwarya. She was seen as one among the brigade of south Indian heroines. It took her some time to shed this identity and develop and image for herself. The tall lass has been very effective in creating Brand Aishwarya. In the pantheon of greats in Bollywood, Aishwarya has a place of her own.

Her personal life, however wasn’t the smoothest. Her frequent link-ups with stars were more than just rumours. Salman Khan and Vivek Oberoi were a couple of people with whom she had a serious relationship going. But she ended them all and kept steaming ahead of both of them in her professional career. Aishwarya however didn’t want to be known as the bimbo in Bollywood. So she kept flying low till her marriage.

Marriage was a whole new chapter in Aishwarya’s life. She was suddenly a Bachan and in a family of 3 superstars, Aishwarya fit in very nicely. Since then, she has been managing her professional and personal commitments effectively. Aishwarya Rai Bachan is India’s biggest heroine – a symbol of hope for thousands of women and children.

Rajinikanth is a name that is so popular throughout India. His achievements over the past 30 yeasrs have lead to the culmination of his success. His movies have made business that is beyond any other star’s imagination. His fans range from 90 year old ladies to 9 year old kinds. Welcome to the enigma that is Rajinikanth.

For a man who started life as a bus conductor, Rajinikanth has driven has sold more tickets than anybody else. Life was very cruel to him as a kid. He had fallen victim to the harshness of life at an young age. Sivaji Rao, as he was known then, picked up habits that he has not been able to quit to this day. But life took a huge turn when Rajini was selected by K. Balachander for a side role in his movie.

Since then, life has taken a turn for the better for Rajini. Slowly he moved on to villian characters and finally started starring as a hero. By this time Rajini had his own set of fans and most importantly, a screen presence that was uniquely his own. His style tricks become popular among his fans and every punch dialog of his, attracts thunderous applauses.

The Rajini enigma is too huge to mention in one post. Spend a few minutes talking to one of his fans and you will know why.

Arya’s much anticipated movie, Madrasapattinam has finally released to a great opening. When I saw the first show, not only was the show full, but also lot of excitement among the actor’s fans. And correspondingly the movie doesn’t disappoint those who have come to watch it for getting a glimpse of the old Chennai.

Madrasapattinam, as Chennai was known under the British Raj is a much more simply and easier city to live than the modern Chennai. And director Vijay has done a good job of capturing the spirit of life in the 1947 and his portrayal of characters of that era also work well. Actor Arya, who plays a malludha veran (wrestler), is active in fighting for freedom. His encounters here lead him to meet Amy Jackson, the sister of a British Officer. One can’t help but recollect the story of Lagan at this juncture (where a similar incident happens). The relationship between the two lead characters takes an interesting turn of events as they make it public. The story proceeds on expected lines from here, but more than the story, it’s the setting or backdrop against which it happens, that is more interesting.

Madras of 1947 is brought out as a place with simple hearts and high ideals. The desire to attain freedom reaches frenzying heights and the twist in the movie occurs on the day of freedom – 15th August, 1947. The end of British Rule has also ended the love affair of Arya, who now has no option but to give up his love. In short, the tagline of the film – When everybody celebrates freedom, one man looses it, rings true. This is exactly what happens in the movie.

The music is above par, with a few songs catching your attention. The background score is also good and has to no obvious flaws. GV Prakash must be reveling at the opportunity of composing for different films. His last few films have been as different as chalk and cheese.

But the highlight of the movie is the amazing art work. To depict a different era is a tough job, but has been done well. I am sure that this movie will get a good share of repeat audiences just for the art work. Overall, the movie is definitely worth a watch. It is an attempt at neat and clean cinema, which has thankfully come out well. I would surely recommend it for your weekend plans.

Ravan and Ravanan have finally released and here is the box office verdict. Ravan has nearly bombed at the box office and Ravanan has done average business.

Ravan has released, finally. Director Mani Rathnam has finally put his creative work to the public and the response is mixed. Ravan, the Hindi version has just about falled short of bombing at the box office. While critical acclaim for a Mani Rathnam movie is no more headlines, the producers aren’t too happy about the movie’s commercial gains. The blame game has just started in Hindi with Amitabh tweeting in support of his son. The stars aren’t rubbing Mani Rathnam on the wrong side, but it wouldn’t be long before that starts.
Ravanan, the Tamil Version, has done good business. Vikram is a highly sale-able star and his extensive network of fan clubs have ensured a good opening for the movie. It’s still too early to pass a verdict on this issue.  But the initial signs are mixed.

Actor Simbu, after success in Vinnai Thandi Varuvaya, is busy with his next project. Simbu’s mellowed screen presence went down well with the ladies audience. It is still a guess, if Poda Podi will cast him in the same light. It will be hard for Simbu to curtail is natural instincts once again. So everyone is expecting a return of the old Simbu in this movie.

Poda Podi is directed by Vignesh Siva and is produced by Gemini Film Circuit and Padam Kumar. Simbu has gone the extra mile to get his look right in this film. International hair stylists Toni&Guy will be doing Simbu’s hair in this movie. Varalakshmi Sarath Kumar, daughter of Sarath Kumar will be paired with Simbu. The lovely lass has made a mark as an able dancer, wonder if acting will be her forte.

After attaining commercial as well as critical acclaim, actor Vikram has decided to commence his next. Ravanan seems to be doing good at the box office. The initial reviews on the movie were very good. But all the good word about the film hasn’t translated into money at the box office. This trend is typical of Mani Rathnam’s movies. In the recent past, from Kannathil Muthamital to Guru, only the reviews have been good, but not the collections.

However, Actor Vikram, who still awaiting the audience response to Ravan (where he plays Prithiraj’s character), has started work for his next film. Titled as “Vedi”, the movie is another police story. How many more police stories will we see. Surya, who is also trying to break into Bollywood, starred in Singam, a typical commercial, cop film; and now it’s Vikram’s turn. Is it a trend that stars wanting to enter into Bollywood, accept to such commercial films, to keep the market in Tamil steady?

“Vedi” is directed by Bhoopathi Pandian and is produced by Mohan Natarajan. Devi Sri Prasad will be doing the tunes and lleana will star alongside Vikram. Ileana is looking to make another entry into Tamil. Hope she has better success this time around.

One of my favorite singers Lena Horne has passed away recently. It’s such sad news for her fans around the world. The singer, whose music was truly timeless, was 92 when she died. She died at a Manhattan hospital, late last night.

For those wondering why the death of a singer means so much to so many people, let me brief her life for you. Lena Mary Calhoun Horne was among the early liberal blacks in America. She literally gave her voice to the civil rights movement by singing at popular gatherings and conventions during the historic movement. She was seen as one of the sensible reformists during those years of turbulence. Despite lending her voice to such causes of social activism, Lena Horne continued her highly successful career without a pause. She literally never took her leg off the pedal on her career and kept breaking new ground every year. Her active years were from 1933 to 2000.

Broadway was bread and butter to her. Her success on commercial Broadway shows is far greater than those of today’s stars. She personally preferred Broadway to Hollywood, partly because of Hollywood’s increasingly pro-white tendencies. Her strong views on the civil right movement left her blacklisted by Hollywood’s top shots and consequently couldn’t find work. By the end of the 50’s she lost her interest in films, despite being successful and focused on Broadway and Night-Club singing. By the 60’s Lena Horne made it big on the TV audience as well. She reigned over this audience for a good 20 years. But when things were their best, she quit the show. But a zeitgeist like her couldn’t keep silent for too long. Within a year, she came back and kept performing actively till she was over 80 years old. 

Her personal life was not the greatest, but it never bothered her. She was married twice and lived a rich and affluent life. She possessed several luxury cars with a fancy dash kit. And her car accessories were the subject of several media men’s attention.  Reporters have it that the wood dash kits in one of her cars generated more attention than her songs!

Another specific reason for the interest in the tragic loss of Lena Horne is the fact that she was an active and a proud member of Delta Sigma Theta – An African-American Sorority that specializes in social service. It’s almost like a sister concern (must get rid of my corporate Lingo!) for the Alpha Kappa Delta Phi – an Asian-American interest Sorority.
Lena Horne will be missed. Her space in American Show Biz will be irreplaceable. Rest in Peace, Lena.