THUPPAKKI TEASER NOT FOR VIJAY'S BIRTHDAY?

Actor Vijay’s much awaited film, Thuppakki is progressing at a brilliant pace. The first look teaser of the film is expected to be released 10 days after the birthday of Vijay, which falls on June 22^nd. The director of the film AR Murugadoss, in his micro blogging page announced, “New releases and Vijay sir's b’day make June 22 big. Thuppakki teaser will come after 10 days. Pls bear with us.” 

The film stars Vijay and Kajal Agarwal in leading roles and Vidyut Jamwal, Jayaram and Sathyan in supporting roles. Santosh Sivan, instead of the regular 35 mm camera is using the latest ARRI digital technology for this film. Sreekar Prasad is editing Thuppakki and Harris is composing music for it.

BIRTHDAY WALLPAPERS

VIJAY IN HINDI VERSION OF THUPPAKKI?

AR Murugadoss is all set to make his second Bollywood outing. Apparently, it is going to be the remake of Thuppakki and Akshay Kumar, who is presently sinking in the success of Rowdy Rathore, will reprise Vijay’s role in the film.

When asked if Vijay would do a cameo in the film, the director said, “I haven’t thought about it yet. Right now my aim is to finish Thuppakki. But, I did ask Vijay if he would do a cameo in my film, like he did for Prabhu Deva. He said he would be happy to do.”

VIJAY WILL BE THE NEXT 'STYLE KING'

It has always been Superstar Rajinikanth he is addressed as Style Mannan in tinsel town. Now, it looks like our Ilayathalapathy Vijay is going to be hailed as `Style King' by his fans after the release of his upcoming flick Thuppaki. Going by the first set of stills that are up and run ning on the net, Vijay has apparently under gone an image makeover for the film.

The movie is directed by Murugadoss, and Kajal, whose stars and Kajal, whose stars are shining in K'town, plays Vijay's love interest.
Every time the Velayudham star talks about Murugadoss and cinematographer Santhosh Sivan, he gets hyper.

“The duo works in perfect sync and at high speed. But there is no compromise on quality! It was a new experience for me,” Vijay
says. Insiders say that Santhosh has given Vijay a ‘new look’, and producer Thaanu, known for his grandeur, is blowing away money for getting those rich and stylish visuals. “The onscreen chemistry between Vijay and Kajal was rocking and it was a treat to watch Vijay perform his dance steps,” says a unit hand.

While Jayaram appears in a role with grey shades, Sathyan will be seen in a comic role. Harris Jayaraj composes the tracks.

VIJAY MASS IN KERALA CHANNEL KAIRALI

VIJAY INJURED; OFF TO LONDON

Vijay met with a minor mishap during the shoot of Thuppakki and has hurt his knee. The shooting has been stalled following the incident. The actor is presently in London to undergo treatment. His part of shooting will resume once he returns.

The actor had also planned to attend the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IIFM), but that is not likely to happen now. We pray for the actor’s speedy recovery.

THUPPAKKI AND VAALU FOR BILLA 2

Looks like the release of Billa 2 will also bring along other festivities in Kollywood. Other than the fact that the teaser trailer release of Vijay's Thuppakki and Simbhu's Vaalu are planned for the same day, it's also noteworthy that Vijay will be celebrating his 38th birthday on the same day. 

One of the most anticipated movies in Tamil this year, Billa 2 is touted to be released on June 22nd all over. Directed by Chakri Toleti, Billa 2 stars Ajith, Parvathy Omanakuttan and Bruna Abdullah. Thuppakki is nearing completion whereas Vaalu is just went on floors.

IFFM FESTIVAL GUEST VIJAY UNABLE TO ATTEND

The Indian Film Festival of Melbourne regrets to announce that Tamil screen legend Vijay's appearance at the Festival Opening has been cancelled.

Vijay injured himself on the set of his new film Thuppaki and had to be rushed to London for medical attention.

Vijay said 'I am more disappointed than anyone as I was really looking forward to meeting all my fans in Australia and being a part of the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne. I do intend to be back but unfortunately it will not be possible this time due to my health. I hope you all understand'.

Indian Film Festival of Melbourne Director Mitu Bhowmick Lange said 'Although we are very disappointed, we of course understand and wish Vijay a speedy recovery'. Representing the Tamil community in Melbourne Mr. Vasan, President RAV echoed the same sentiment.

All tickets to Nanban special screening introduced by VIJAY can be reimbursed by Hoyts box office or online.

VIJAY'S BIRTHDAY WALLPAPERS

35 PALLAVIS FOR VIJAY'S THUPPAKKI

Lyricist Madan Karky said that he had penned down 35 Pallavis for the second song in Thuppaki and finally one of them was chosen. Happy that lyrics are the top priority among the music directors, Madan wishes this trend continues for quality songs.

Harris Jayaraj is scoring the music for this Vijay starrer which is being directed by AR Murugadoss. The film’s director had said that 60 per cent of Thuppaki’s shooting is over.

The director, in a recent interview, also lauded Vijay’s commitment in finishing the project as early as possible. It may be mentioned here that the Ilayathalapathy will move over to Gautham Menon’s Yohan Adhyayam Ondru soon after completing Thuppaki.

VIJAY AND VIKRAM'S FILM IN TROUBLE?

Vijay's maiden production venture, a remake of his father's famous film Sattam Oru Iruttarai directed by Sneha and with Vikram Prabhu, Karthika and Piaa in the lead has run into troubled waters. Apparently, Vikram had some trouble finding dates for the film, since he still has some work left on his debut film, Kumki directed by Prabhu Solomon. 

The team was shooting in Pondicherry when Vikram explained the situation to them and requested that they resume filming in October after Kumki's release or find someone else to do the lead. So shooting on this remake has stalled temporarily and it remains to be seen what the makers will decide.

VIJAY TO PLAY A SRI LANKAN TAMIL

Sources say that Vijay will play a Sri Lankan Tamil in the film to be directed by Santosh Sivan. Incidentally, Santosh Sivan is the cinematographer for Thuppaki and had narrated the story to Vijay on the sets of this film. 

Sources say that Santosh has the story set in the final war that was waged between the Sri Lankan Army and the LTTE and his story begins with three Eelam supporters escaping to seek vengeance.

Vijay is touted to play an important role in this film as he is a staunch supporter of the Sri Lankan Tamils.

THE SIMILARITIES BETWEEN VIJAY AND KAMAL HAASAN

AR Murugadoss, who boasts to have completed 60% of the shoot for Thuppakki starring Vijay, recently opened up about his lead actor. The director said that he was completely bowled over by the professionalism of Vijay. He revealed that he thought it would be very difficult to direct a commercial hero like Vijay and added that he couldn’t believe it when the actor got almost all the shots right in the first take. “To be frank, I did not expect this from Vijay”, said the director.

Murugadoss also praised the actor for his sharp sense of humour and rated him on par with Kamal Haasan, pointing out that both actors are brilliant in acting, singing and dancing.