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ATM's Audio Publicity Stills - Stunning

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What Tabloids say about our IllayaThalapathy

My My My .. He is considered as the darling of Tamil Cinema and a superstar coupled with IllayaThalpathy Tag for all his ardent fans . They ..oops sorry we worship him as GOD. Ipdiye sollitey pohalam , Today i saw a couple of sites containing news about Illayathalapathy Vijay, found it very interesting and felt like sharing it in my blog. If you have got anything add it in the comment section.

He is the man of the masses. He has nearly perfected the art of entertaining people with dialogues, songs & dances, and an equal number of fights.

The openings that his movies take are truly astonishing so it is obvious that he bangs the rewards for his hard work. Yes, as we know this powerful hero of Tamil Nadu is Vijay…!

The fans are curious to see the dancing sensation shake his legs to the tunes of the Mozart of Madras. Sivaji has set the stage for the comeback of A R Rahman amongst Tamil audiences and ATM has raised the expectations even higher.

ATM Audio Release Postponed :(

Vijay fans were in for a disappointment on Monday when they flocked the audio shops expecting to get the CDs of Azhagiya Thamizh Magan. According to industry sources, the audio is expected to hit the stalls on the 22nd of October. It is likely to be released in Malaysia on the 19th. We hear that the delay is due to heavy plans involved in organizing an audio launch function.

Azhagiya Tamil Magan

Initially the team had planned to release the audio sans any function but felt it was needed, considering the expectations the movie has generated. And with Diwali fast approaching, they intend to somehow release the audio well in advance so as to keep the curiosity alive.

This Vijay-A R Rahman combo is one of the much-awaited audio releases in the recent times. The fans are curious to see the dancing sensation shake his legs to the tunes of the Mozart of Madras. Sivaji has set the stage for the comeback of A R Rahman amongst Tamil audiences and ATM has raised the expectations even higher.

Courtesy : BehindWoods

Powerful Hero of TamilNadu

He is the man of the masses. He has nearly perfected the art of entertaining people with dialogues, songs & dances, and an equal number of fights.

The openings that his movies take are truly astonishing so it is obvious that he bangs the rewards for his hard work. Yes, as we know this powerful hero of Tamil Nadu is Vijay…!

Our Thalapathy recently went to our CM Karunanidhi’s home with his father, S. A. Chandrasekar to thank him for awarding the special best actor award of the year 2005 for the film ‘Thirupachi’.

Courtesy : IndiaGlitz

Prakash Raj plays Big B for Thrisha in Kuruvi

The much anticipated film of the year is "Kuruvi", the super combo of IllayaThalapathy Vijay + Dharani + VidhyaSagar .
In this movie ,Veteran and versatile actor Prakash Raj is acting as Big Brother for Thrisha for the film "Kuruvi".

Good news guys. Stay tuned to get lot more updates on superstar's KURUVI

Hurray :) :) (Here comes the Sultan) ATM Audio From Oct15th

Vijay fans now have a reason to rejoice as their Ilaya Thalapathy’s much-awaited Azhagiya Tamizh Magan is going to hit the screens on Diwali. The film happens to have generated enough curiosity as it marks the coming together of A R Rahman and Vijay.



ATM on the other hand has been announced with much fanfare as Vijay pairs up with Shriya for the first time. And this is her first release after Sivaji, which has gone as per schedule. The final cut is being readied and theatres have also been blocked. The movie’s brisk pace is evident from the audio release date, which was announced recently. Rahman who has scored all the tunes and the audio is to hit the stores on 15th October. They have got their timing right! With just three weeks ahead of its release in theatres, it is just about enough time for Rahman’s tunes to grow on its listeners. The movie has five songs and sources say Vijay has crooned a number for this movie; the release of the CD’s should put an end to all this guessing!

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ATM Should Not Resemble Nicholas Cage's "Next"

I hope and pray that our Illayathalapathy's ATM should not be based on Nicholas Cage's "Next". Next is a very slow film and i don't think that our staunch followers of IllayaThalapathy Would love that kind of movie. SO ATM will not be like that. It is my guess and hope it would be correct. Coz our thalapathy is on the path to Superstar status and moreover he has attained that pinnacle , so he would be very very cautious enough in choosing the roles.

My bet is that, it would be fun filled film with some twists and thrills embedded everywhere. We all loved watching Ghilli and espcially the comedy scenes, the same person is weilding the megaphone in ATM , so no need to worry about those punch dialogues and down to earth comedy.

Eagerly waiting for ATM.

IllayThalapathy Vijay's ATM publicity starts!

A huge hoarding of Vijay’s Azhagiya Tamil Mahan has appeared, on Mount Road (opposite old Safire theatre, now lying demolished). And posters have also been printed in various designs.

‘Swargachitra’ Appachan the producer of the film is waiting for A.R Rahman, who is now abroad to come back to Chennai for the audio launch of the film. Appachan wants to make it a major event, that will kick start his publicity for the Diwali biggie.

All top theatres in Tamilnadu are giving preferential treatment to ATM, as they feel that there is no real opposition to it. The Ilayathalapathy mass entertainer is expected to take a bumper opening worldwide, especially after the stupendous success of the star’s Pokkiri last Pongal.

New Cut Out For IllayaThalapathy Vijay

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Ajith To Wait For the "King"

Ajith starrer Billa 2007 and Vijay's Azhagiya Thamizh Magan were said to ignite the screens for this year's Diwali. The fans of both the stars are eagerly awaiting the releases. However, it appears that there may be a slight change associated with the dates of release of these films.

Pyramid Sai Mira had purchased the distribution rights of ATM and plans are underway to produce a huge number of prints. The Move is seen to cater to its large number of theatres, especially outside Chennai.

As Behindwoods had already pointed out, the production company was keen on Ajith's Billa too. Now the official new is out that they have indeed completed the deal for an undisclosed amount. The Billa team was earlier quoted to have put a price tag of 15 crores for the theatrical rights alone. The satellite and audio rights are still yet to be decided.

With most of the theatres almost decided for ATM, it might be a bit difficult to accommodate Billa, more so in B and C centers.

Talks are already underway to postpone the release of Billa 2007 to December. An official release is still awaited. According to trade analysts, this might actually work for both the parties. Vishnuvardhan will also get some extra time to polish off his final product. Behindwoods, as usual, will be the first to update you on the happenings!

ATM Posters

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Namitha Speaks about Vijay

“One thing I’ll say about all my heroes is that- I love and respect them unconditionally”. The hot and happening actress Namitha opens her heart out to Moviebuzz in a garrulous mood sitting at her favourite corner table in Match Point at Taj Coromandel, Chennai.

Vijay - Very quiet, silent observer and patient. But when the camera starts rolling, he is a dynamo. I’ve heard from others earlier that he is an introvert but I differ to agree with that. In Azhagiya Tamizh Magan, we shot a song together at Phukhet Islands and it is for the first time that he takes off his shirt in a film in his career so far. He can be stylish without taking any effort and there is a scene in which he wears a white jacket and hat. He looks HOT! He has no airs of a superstar and is so down-to-earth and humble with everyone.

Info About IllayaThalapathy in MalaiMalar

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Shreeman Excited about ATM

- Shreeman is all excited about his presence in Pokkiri and Azhagiya
Thamizh Magan. "ATM (Azhagiya Thamizh Magan) has a powerful script
which will be a feast to Vijay's fans and a script never tried
before by him. Its great working with the Ilayathalapathy back to
back and I am all geared up for its commencement." says excited
Shreeman.


CURRENT STATUS - Shooting complete, into post-production now. Movie
expected to release for Deepavali - 9th Nov 2007. Audio release
expected in early Oct


- Pyramid Saimira Theatres Limited has purchased the world rights of
the film from producer 'Swargachitra' Appachan for a whopping Rs.25
Crore, the highest ever for a Vijay film.

ATM Lyrics

"Madhurai Pakkam Pogadhadi...Mallippoo Thalai Saikkum.
Thanjavur Pakkam Pogadhadi...Thalayattum Bommai Nikkum.
Thoothukkudi Pakkam Pogaadhadi...Kappal Thari Thattum" - A foot
tapping folk song picturised on Vijay & Shreya, and shot in
Karaikudi.
"Special mention must be made of the opening song, for
which Rahman is said to be coming up with a peppy and exciting folk
type song that is sure to be a big hit with the fans of
Ilayathalapathy." [Vijaynet]

- "Valayapatti Thavile Thavile
Jugalbandhi Vaikkum Mavale Mavale
Jimikki Potta Mayile" -
A peppy 'kuthu' number picturized on Vijay
and Shreya, and shot in a magnificent set in Binny Mills.

- "Kettu Rasitha Paadal Ondrai
Meendum Indru Gnabagam Thoonda
Kelaamal Kaiyilae Vanthaaye Kaathale" -
Song picturised on Vijay and
Shreya, and shot in the exotic locales of Switzerland.

- "Marilyn Manroe Cloninga?
Jenifer Lopez Scanninga?
One Day Mattum Girl Frienda Varriya?" -
This song featuring Vijay
and Namitha was shot in the beautiful islands of Phuket, Thailand.

- "Ponmagal Vanthaal Porul Kodi Thanthal" -
Retune of the 1971 hit
song from Sivaji Ganesan starrer Sorgam. Director Bharathan shot
this song at grand sets put up at Chennai's Film City. Some Russian
beauties danced in this number along with Vijay and Shriya.

- Vijay is singing a song in the film, as per various media reports
(not sure yet as to which one).

- Lyricist Vaali is said to be re-doing the song "Azhagiya Thamizh
Magal Ival" from the old movie "Richshawkaaran" and will be writing
the lyrics to a fresh tune composed by AR Rahman." [Vijaynet]

Kuruvi Official Web Page

http://www.kuruvithefilm.com/

IllayaThalapathy Vijay And Ameer Joining Hands

In an interview to Dinamalar(Sunday special).Director Ameer
Says:I hav said a one line to Vijay and he was really impressed with
it.Its completely a commercial entertainer and Vijay hav promised me
that surely we can do this film.So we r going to join hands soon

Azhagiya Tamil Magan, creating waves

World rights for Vijay's Azhagiya Tamil Magan directed by Bharathan and produced by 'Swargachitra' Appachan have been purchased by Pyramid Saimira Theatres Limited.

It is rumoured that the price paid for the rights is Rs. 25 crores, second only to Superstar's Sivaji.

Azhagiya Tamil Magan is slated for a Diwali release. Azhagiya Tamil Magan will be seen in Pyramid Saimira's 241 screens across South India.

Vijay - Vikatan Party

Mahesh Babu Remakes Superstars Film

Mahesh Babu has a share in the success of both 'Gilli' and 'Pokkiri.' He was the hero of the original Telugu films.

Now it is Vijay's turn. Mahesh Babu is eager to make a Vijay film in Telugu. The 2 of them are friends and usually screen their films for each other. Vijay has recently told Mahesh Babu the one line story of 'Azhagiya Thamizh Magan.'

That was enough to Impress Mahesh Babu. It is said he has expressed his desire to act in the Telugu re-make of 'Azhagiya Thamizh Magan.'

Since Mahesh Babu films have given him 2 super hits, Vijay is eager that his pal should get the Telugu version re-make rights for 'Azhagiya Thamizh Magan.' Only now the Telugu re-make of Vijay's 'Sivakasi' has been released in Andhra

Childhood Photos - Rare Collection

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Illayathalapathy vijay

ARR churns out a Remix Song for ATM

The “ponmagal vanthal” from Sivaji’s movie being remix for Vijay’s ATM. The picturisation for the remix song being shoot at the Chennai’s Film City starting from yesterday. Vijay and Shreya dancing along with Russian girls.

With the songs shooting, ATM shooting is coming to an end. Audio going to be released very soon. Movie going to hit the cinemas for Deepavali.

ATM in the last lap

Vijay's Azhagiya Thamizh Magan is fast nearing completion. Directed by Bharathan, the movie features Shriya opposite Vijay. Produced by Appachan, the highlight of the film is the musical score by A R Rahman. The movie is about a youth possessed by ESP (Extra Sensory Power). The latest buzz doing rounds is that the movie would go to Telugu soon. Popular Tollywood star Mahesh Babu has expressed his desire to the Telugu remake of the movie. It may be recalled that films starring Mahesh Babu like Okkadu and Pokkiri were remade in Tamil starring Vijay.

Vivek Lucky to be a part of Kuruvi

In Dharani’s Kuruvi, Vadivelu was approached for the role of comedian and due to non availability of dates for extended duration, he was not able to accept the offer. Now the role has been lapped by Janangalin Kalaignan Vivek who is very upbeat about being teamed up with director Dharani once again after Dhool. Vivek’s comedy in Dharani’s Dhool was much enjoyed by everyone and it was a great success.

In a recent interview, Vivek had mentioned that he is very happy with the way his career has been progressing right now. Solli Adippen, where he plays the hero for the first time will hit the screens on 8th of November. According to him, his character in upcoming Pasupathy C/O Rasakkapalayam will be liked by everyone. He will also feature as hero in a historical film called Kodambakkathil Parthasarathy which will be directed by Hariharan. With Cheeyan Vikram, he will be providing comic relief in Susi Ganesan’s Kanthaswamy.

Latest ATM Pics

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