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2 weeks, 4 days ago

Naman Ojha's father Vinay gets 7-year jail term in embezzlement case

A verdict has been delivered 11 years after the embezzlement case in the Bank of Maharashtra in Betul, Madhya Pradesh. Four individuals have been sentenced, including Vinay Ojha, the father of former cricketer Naman Ojha, who has been awarded a seven-year prison term. Naman Ojha's father's involvement Mastermind Abhishek Ratnam was sentenced to 10 years of imprisonment and fined â¹80 …

Bank Case Sentenced Ojha Vinay Naman Ojha Embezzlement Case

3 weeks, 3 days ago

A general after our own hearts - Thalapathy redux

The Hindu

The Deepavali of 1991 dished out celluloid nirvana. Mani Ratnam’s Thalapathy, primarily starring Rajinikanth and Mammootty, was pitted against Kamal Haasan’s Guna, directed by Santhana Bharathi. That Guna’s Kanmani anbodu number became an emotional hook in the Malayalam hit Manjummel Boys also drew interest towards the film. Mani Ratnam and Kamal Haasan together had the iconic Nayagan and the auteur’s …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Ali Fazal completes shooting for Mani Ratnam-Kamal Haasan's 'Thug Life'

Deccan Chronicle

New Delhi: Actor Ali Fazal on Thursday said he has concluded shooting for critically-acclaimed filmmaker Mani Ratnam's upcoming movie "Thug Life".The "Mirzapur" is part of the ensemble cast of the movie, which is headlined by Tamil superstar Kamal Haasan. The last two months have been transformative for me as an actor -- learning Tamil, immersing myself in a new cinematic …

Mani Thug Life Ratnam Fazal Haasan

1 month, 2 weeks ago

Ali Fazal wraps up Mani Ratnam-Kamal Haasan's Thug Life shoot

India Today

Bollywood actor Ali Fazal has completed filming his portions for Thug Life, Mani Ratnam’s ambitious Tamil project starring Kamal Haasan in the lead role. Here's a picture from the sets: Actor Ali Fazal with Mani Ratnam on the sets of Thug Life Fazal, making his South Indian debut, shared his excitement, saying, “It has been an absolute honour to work …

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Aditi Rao Hydari, Siddharth ‘manifest Mani Ratnam love movie’ with unseen pics from exotic wedding photoshoot

Hindustan Times

Aditi Rao Hydari and Siddharth tied the knot in September, but they continue to bless fans with their stunning wedding photoshoot two months later. Siddharth and Aditi Rao Hydari share new wedding photoshoot pictures New wedding photo dump Aditi and Siddharth took to their Instagram handles on Wednesday morning and shared pictures from their September wedding. One of them commented, …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

The master who remains a student

New Indian Express

There’s a searing, almost unnerving honesty that emerges when Mani Ratnam speaks about his craft—a disarming candour that lays bare his inner workings. “I thought I’d make one film and become a master,” he confesses, this man so widely considered a master of cinema. It’s still like the first film every time.” In this humility lies the secret to how …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Closer the gap between literature and films, better Indian cinema will be: Mani Ratnam

Hindustan Times

Panaji, Celebrated filmmaker Mani Ratnam, who adapted Kalki Krishnamurthy's Tamil novel "Ponniyin Selvan" into a two-part film saga, says Indian cinema could benefit by translating great literary works for screen. Closer the gap between literature and films, better Indian cinema will be: Mani Ratnam Ratnam said it doesn't get better if a director is able to reinvent a work by …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

IFFI 2024: Mani Ratnam talks to Gautham Menon on ‘Ponniyin Selvan’ and transforming literary masterpieces into engaging films

The Hindu

After more than four decades in the business of making films and after countless milestones that changed the course of Tamil cinema, ace filmmaker Mani Ratnam continues to wield his enchanting wand — his wit and magnetic way with words — as he addressed a hall full of fans eager to know all things Mani Ratnam. On Friday evening, the …

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2 months ago

Thug Life release date teaser: Kamal Haasan, Mani Ratnam film to hit screens on this date in 2025. Watch

Hindustan Times

Thug Life release date: On Kamal Haasan’s birthday, the makers of his upcoming film Thug Life, directed by Mani Ratnam, released a glimpse. Thug Life release date: Kamal Haasan's film will be released in theatres on June 5, 2025. Thug Life release date and glimpse The film’s producers, Raaj Kamal Films International, released a new glimpse on Kamal’s birthday. Love …

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2 months ago

Shah Rukh Khan's Dil Se co-star Manisha Koirala reveals he wasn't supposed to die in Mani Ratnam film

Hindustan Times

What Manisha said about Dil Se In the interview, Manisha said, "Basically, I was supposed to do a film with Ram Gopal Varma, and this came to me at that time. So when he said that I would be playing a terrorist, he also specified that he didn’t want me to play it like the hard one …typically. More details …

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2 months ago

Abhishek Bachchan And Aishwarya Rai To Reunite For Mani Ratnam's Upcoming Film Amid Divorce Rumours

ABP News

Amid ongoing divorce rumors, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Abhishek Bachchan continue to captivate fans with their on-screen chemistry. Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Abhishek Bachchan to star in Mani Ratnam's next? Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Abhishek Bachchan in Raavan The last time the couple worked with Ratnam was on the 2010 film ‘Raavan’. In a previous interview, Abhishek spoke fondly of …

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2 months, 1 week ago

Solving the micro grid problem

ABC

Rachel Mealey: The regional city of Broken Hill in far western New South Wales has been cut off from the national power grid for nearly two weeks. A microgrid is a small self-contained network, like a small community, which has its own energy source and can keep running when it's cut off from the main grid. Luke Radford: The modern …

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3 months ago

From pages to screen and back

New Indian Express

CHENNAI: The anticipation was electric when Ponniyin Selvan: Part 1 hit theatres. Fans of the epic saga held their breath, eager to see how Mani Ratnam would bring Kalki’s beloved characters to life on the big screen. That same anticipation filled the air at the Taj Coromandel for the launch of Ponniyin Selvan’s English translation by Gowri Ramnarayan, the oldest …

Tamil Mani Ratnam Ponniyin Selvan

3 months, 2 weeks ago

IIFA Utsavam 2024 full list of winners: Aishwarya Rai wins Best Actress award, Mani Ratnam bags Best Director

Hindustan Times

The IIFA Utsavam 2024 took place in Abu Dhabi, bringing together the biggest stars from South Indian film industries and Bollywood cinema. Who all attended event IIFA Utsavam 2024 full list of winners: Aishwarya Rai, Mani Ratnam, Vikram and AR Rahman won awards. {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} The evening was filled with glamour, with stars like Mani Ratnam, Samantha Ruth …

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3 months, 2 weeks ago

Kamal Haasan wraps up shoot of Mani Ratnam's directorial Thug Life. Watch BTS video

Hindustan Times

Kamal Haasan has wrapped up shooting for upcoming Mani Ratnam's directorial 'Thug Life'. 'Thug Life' directed by Mani Ratnam and co-produced by Raaj Kamal Films International and Madras Talkies. More details Last year, ahead of Kamal Haasan's birthday, makers unveiled the title of his upcoming film with Mani Ratnam. {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} After working in 'Nayakan', Kamal Haasan and …

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3 months, 3 weeks ago

Aishwarya Rai Wins Best Actress Award At SIIMA 2024 For Ponniyin Selvan 2, Daughter Aaradhya Bachchan Captures Her Winning Moment

ABP News

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan’s heartfelt win at the 2024 SIIMA Awards in Dubai for 'Ponniyin Selvan: II' has certainly been a highlight. Aishwarya Rai wins Best Actress at SIIMA Awards Her daughter, Aaradhya Bachchan, accompanied her at the event and proudly captured her mother’s winning moment on her phone. ❤️🙇‍♂️👑🗺️🇮🇳🙏 Aishwarya Rai, the ultimate phenomenon's acceptance speech after winning the Actress …

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4 months, 3 weeks ago

AR Rahman breaks new record with 7th National Award

Deccan Chronicle

The 70th National Awards that were given today honouring excellence in Indian cinema during 2022 saw AR Rahman adding another feather to his already illustrious cap. The Oscar winning composer won the National Film Award for Best Music Director for his work on Mani Ratnam's Tamil epic, Ponniyin Selvan - Part 1, a blockbuster hit from last year.He now has …

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5 months, 1 week ago

Veteran actor Charuhasan hospitalised, daughter Suhasini Mani Ratnam shares update

India Today

Veteran actor Charuhasan, elder brother of Kamal Haasan, has been hospitalised in Chennai due to age-related illness. His daughter, Suhasini Mani Ratnam, shared a photo with her father from the hospital and shared his health update. Charuhassan is 93 years old and was last seen playing a cameo role in veteran actor Mohan's recently released film, 'Haraa'. Here's the post: …

Suhasini Charuhasan Ratnam Shared

5 months, 1 week ago

Mita Vashisht Recalls Dil Se Scene, Says Mani Ratnam Favoured Manisha Koirala: 'Hum Dono Ka Sharir...'

News 18

Mita Vashisht has slammed Mani Ratnam’s Dil Se, revealing how the director’s constant script changes left her feeling let down. The actress, who played a militant alongside Shah Rukh Khan and Manisha Koirala, underwent intense physical training to nail her role as a trained killer. Piya called me and said, ‘Mita, I have to give you a T-Shirt.’ I then …

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5 months, 3 weeks ago

Chokher Bali To Ponniyin Selvan: A Look at Aishwarya Rai's Regional Powerhouse Performances

ABP News

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, a name synonymous with elegance and grace, is more than just a stunning face. Aishwarya Rai's journey began not in Bollywood, but with her Tamil debut in Mani Ratnam's epic political drama, 'Iruvar'. Here are some regional films that highlight Aishwarya Rai’s breathtaking talent and stunning looks: Chokher Bali Directed by Rituparno Ghosh and based on Rabindranath …

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5 months, 4 weeks ago

Kamal Haasan is a Trendsetter, says costume designer Amritha Ram

Deccan Chronicle

Director Mani Ratnam with Costume designer Amritha Ram.Famed costume designer Amritha Ram has carved a niche for herself in the South film industry, after working with legendary actors like Kamal Haasan and ace director Mani Ratnam. When it comes to putting a look together, a costume designer is a tool that brings out the visions of the director, the actor, …

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6 months ago

Woman gives birth in bus, baby gets lifetime bus pass

The Hindu

A woman delivered a baby aboard a Telangana State Road Transport Corporation bus, prompting authorities of the State public transport undertaking on Saturday to issue a lifetime free travel pass to the newborn. According to the TGSRTC, it was on Friday that a woman identified as Shwetha Ratnam, who was pregnant, boarded a 1 Z bus, from Musheerabad. Bus conductor …

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6 months ago

Music, discourse and awards marked Visankirtali Trust’s 28th Lakshmi Nrusimha Jayanti Utsavam

The Hindu

Visankirtali Trust recently organised the 28th Lakshmi Nrusimha Jayanti Utsavam at Kanchi Mahaswamy Mandapam, Adyar. For the past 25 years, Visankirtali Trust had been organising Lakshmi Nrusimha Jayanti in Delhi before moving to Chennai three years ago. Other eminent bhagavatas who attended the utsavam included Mumbai Sundararaman, Thanjavur Thiagarajan, Seerkazhi Sattanathan, Govindapuram Gnaneshwar, Mohanur Srikanth Koundinyan, Melarcode Ravi and Erode …

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6 months, 4 weeks ago

Joju George injured on the sets of Mani Ratnam, Kamal Haasan’s Thug Life: Report

Hindustan Times

Actor Joju George was injured while shooting for Mani Ratnam’s Kamal Haasan-starrer Thug Life. Joju George and Kamal Haasan in the posters of Thug Life. Joju George injured The publication wrote that Joju performed a stunt which required him to jump from a helicopter with Kamal and Nassar. Hopefully, we will now be able to bring a unique character on-screen …

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Naman Ojha's father Vinay gets 7-year jail term in embezzlement case

A general after our own hearts - Thalapathy redux

Ali Fazal completes shooting for Mani Ratnam-Kamal Haasan's 'Thug Life'

Ali Fazal wraps up Mani Ratnam-Kamal Haasan's Thug Life shoot

Aditi Rao Hydari, Siddharth ‘manifest Mani Ratnam love movie’ with unseen pics from exotic wedding photoshoot

The master who remains a student

Closer the gap between literature and films, better Indian cinema will be: Mani Ratnam

IFFI 2024: Mani Ratnam talks to Gautham Menon on ‘Ponniyin Selvan’ and transforming literary masterpieces into engaging films

Thug Life release date teaser: Kamal Haasan, Mani Ratnam film to hit screens on this date in 2025. Watch

Shah Rukh Khan's Dil Se co-star Manisha Koirala reveals he wasn't supposed to die in Mani Ratnam film

Abhishek Bachchan And Aishwarya Rai To Reunite For Mani Ratnam's Upcoming Film Amid Divorce Rumours

Solving the micro grid problem

From pages to screen and back

IIFA Utsavam 2024 full list of winners: Aishwarya Rai wins Best Actress award, Mani Ratnam bags Best Director

Kamal Haasan wraps up shoot of Mani Ratnam's directorial Thug Life. Watch BTS video

Aishwarya Rai Wins Best Actress Award At SIIMA 2024 For Ponniyin Selvan 2, Daughter Aaradhya Bachchan Captures Her Winning Moment

AR Rahman breaks new record with 7th National Award

Veteran actor Charuhasan hospitalised, daughter Suhasini Mani Ratnam shares update

Mita Vashisht Recalls Dil Se Scene, Says Mani Ratnam Favoured Manisha Koirala: 'Hum Dono Ka Sharir...'

Chokher Bali To Ponniyin Selvan: A Look at Aishwarya Rai's Regional Powerhouse Performances

Kamal Haasan is a Trendsetter, says costume designer Amritha Ram

Woman gives birth in bus, baby gets lifetime bus pass

Music, discourse and awards marked Visankirtali Trust’s 28th Lakshmi Nrusimha Jayanti Utsavam

Joju George injured on the sets of Mani Ratnam, Kamal Haasan’s Thug Life: Report