Manmadan Ambu is a 2010 Tamil romantic comedy film directed by K. S. Ravikumar. Written by Kamal Haasan, it stars himself alongside R. Madhavan and Trisha Krishnan in the lead roles, while featuring Ramesh Arvind, Sangeetha, Manju Pillai and Urvashi among others in supporting roles. The film features music composed by Devi Sri Prasad, with several songs written and sung by Kamal Haasan himself, while Manush Nandan and Shaan Mohammed made their debut as cinematographer and editor.

After significant pre-production which included rehearsals of the entire script before filming, the film was extensively shot across Europe and on a cruise ship, whilst scenes were also canned across Chennai and Kodaikanal. It was produced by Udhayanidhi Stalin, Manmadan Ambu released worldwide on 23 December 2010.

Madanagopal/Madan (Madhavan), a wealthy entrepreneur, suspects that his girlfriend, actress Ambujakshi alias Nisha (Trisha) may be having affairs with her colleagues in the film industry. To that end, he hires private detective Major Raja Mannar (Kamal Haasan) to follow her when she goes on a European cruise for a vacation. Mannar accepts, as he desperately needs money to pay the hospital bills of his friend Rajan (Ramesh Arvind), who is afflicted with cancer, and his wife Mallika (Urvashi). Contrary to Madanagopal's suspicions, Ambujakshi is loyal and virtuous; when Mannar reports this, Madan refuses to pay him as his suspicions were unfounded.

Disappointed, Mannar to save his dying friend Rajan fabricates a story and tells Madan that she is having a secret affair during her trip. In the process, he introduces himself as a tourist to Ambu, her friend Deepa (Sangeetha) and Deepa's children, and becomes close to the group. while getting closer to Ambu, Mannar says to Madhan that Ambu is good but the other guy is bad, but madhan does not want to hear that and eventually breaks up with Ambu. While recollecting his past as an Army officer, he reveals that he lost his wife three years ago in a car accident. Ambujakshi realizes to her horror that the accident was caused by herself during an argument with Madan which was shown in initial part of the movie. Both of them decide to confront each other with the truth, but Ambu misunderstands Kurup (Manju Pillai) as Madhan's detective and slaps him and tells that she loves Mannar. Meanwhile Rajan should undergo an operation immediately after the chemotherapy to keep him alive. To make things worse Madan announces that he will visit them in person at Venice. Ultimately, Mannar and Deepa stage a plan with the help of Kurup to deceive Madhan for the final break-up with Ambu.

Madhavan arrives at the place and some mix-ups and misunderstandings take place among the characters. Madhavan realises that Ambu has fallen in love with Mannar and accepts it with a heavy heart. The film ends on a lighter note by showing Madhavan and Deepa

Mynaa is a 2010 Tamil-language romantic drama film directed and written by Prabu Solomon. Jointly distributed by Udhayanidhi Stalin and Kalpathi S. Aghoram, it stars Vidharth, in his debut venture, and Amala Paul in the lead roles. Featuring an acclaimed soundtrack by D. Imman, the film, which garnered much anticipation prior to release, released on 5 November 2010, coinciding with the Diwali festival, receiving critical acclaim.

Mynaa, the Kollywood bird in waiting to kiss the silver screens on Diwali, is a debut creation of Shalom Studios, the production house of Prabhu Solomon, who happens to be its director too. Distribution rights have been taken up by Udhayanidhi Stalin along with AGS Entertainment. Udhayanidhi is confident that despite newcomers starring in Mynaa, it is bound to score high because of Prabhu Solomon’s narration and the team’s performance.

Prabhu Solomon seems a person with a fire in the belly to direct films without confining the stories to homes and streets alone. He desires that the script lines should go beyond that and explore the abundance in nature’s beauty. He seems to adore nature and wants that to be given a pivotal place in the storyline. He expresses his admiration for Hollywood movies that well explore nature and accepts their strong influence in shaping his thought processes. Mynaa lounges in nature’s beauty under Prabhu Solomon’s direction.

The star cast has Vidharth, Amala Paul, Thambi Ramaiah, Sethu G Pillai with many others to give meaning to the director’s conception. The quality of the film has been enhanced by powerful performances.

The young Tamil music director to be watched, D Imman, has scored amazing music which has been well received like his previous albums. The songs are already topping the charts. The audio release had Kamal Haasan and Parthiban felicitate the young producer and team for their scintillating performance and the good music. Their appreciation has instilled great confidence in the team.

The cinematography is handled by M Sukumar and art direction by Vairabalan. With a clean chit from the censor board and an entertaining story, Mynaa is expected to scale to the list of Tamil cinema’s good movies. The director confirms that it has the right blend of all the ingredients for good entertainment along with distinct insertions of innovative features.

Mynaa, the bird with a new pair of wings, is set to hit the theatres on Diwali. As goes the trend, down-to-earth script is finding a sure place for itself these days. So Mynaa, a story presented with freshness with no compromise on quality, has slowly started earning accolades right from the audio release. Diwali will see Mynaa fly high to touch new horizons.

The audio launch of Prabhu Solomon’s forthcoming film, Mynaa took place at Sathyam Cinemas recently, was a star-studded affair, with actor Kamal Haasan releasing the first CD and director Bala receiving it from him.

Speaking at the event, actor Shaam said that Myna’s director Prabhu Solomon was a staunch theist and while beginning every shot he would seek the blessings of Christ Jesus.

Bala, in his address, kicked off a controversy on the existence of God, over lyricist Yugabharathy’s statement saying Jesus has not and will not let down Prabhu Solomon.

He said that he came to the audio launch with the intention of talking about Prabhu Solomon’s efforts in making the film but when he heard that the director sought the blessings of the lord during each shot, he decided not to talk about the film. He said that if a director is capable, he would not believe in God.

“Anyone who has brain doesn’t need the help of the God,” he further added. Bala, however, added he is one of the strong critics for Prabhu’s films but with Myna he had only praises.

Boss Engira Bhaskaran is a 2010 Indian Tamil romantic comedy film written and directed by Rajesh of Siva Manasula Sakthi fame, starring Arya, Nayantara and comedian Santhanam in lead roles. The film, which is produced by K. S. Sreenivasan's Vasan Visual Ventures, scored by Yuvan Shankar Raja and filmed by Sakthi Saravanan, released on 10 September 2010 to very positive responses, with particularly the film's comedy portions being lauded.

The film is said to revolve around a young man, Bhaskaran, who "lives" for other people, always going on errands, while neglecting his own life and career, until he meets a young girl, who brings a change in his life.

The film was officially launched on 19 November 2009 at the AVM Studios, with the film starting shooting in December first week. Rajesh, following his sleeper hit Siva Manasula Sakthi, decided to make another comedy film and to cast Arya, who appeared in a cameo role in Siva Manasula Sakthi, in the titular role, while Jeeva in return will make a cameo appearance in the film. As the film's backdrop is set to be both village as well as city, the film was shot at various location including Thanjavur, Mysore and Trichy. A major part of the film was filmed at Kumbakonam, while a few scenes were shot in Chennai as well. Shooting was also carried on in the Swiss Alps, where some song sequences were picturized. The shooting was finished on 3 August 2010 with completing the last song that was canned at a set errected at Binny Mills near Chennai.

While Vasan Visual Ventures that produced Arya's Naan Kadavul, produced this film as well, Arya purchased the rights in the midst to release it under his own production banner "The Show People". The film's distribution rights, however, were again acquired by Red Giant Movies, led by Udhayanidhi Stalin, who would enact the lead role in Rajesh's next project.


Baskaran (Arya) is a happy-go-lucky guy, who is yet to complete his B. A. Degree, writing arrear examinations annually for years. His only friend is Nallathambi (Santhanam) who owns a Hair Cutting Saloon named Thalai Thalapathi Saloon which he received as a dowry for marrying a two-month pregnant woman.

Baskaran lives with his mother, Sivakami (Lakshmi Ramakrishnan), brother Saravanan (Panchu Subbu) who is a successful veterinarian and sister, Nithya (Monisha). When his brother marries Nandhini (Vijayalakshmi), he gets to meet Nandhini's younger sister Chandrika (Nayantara) and wishes to marry her. When he approaches his family for a chance, everyone talks very frankly of his unemployed status which rankles him and causes him to leave his house to prove himself.

With the support of Nallathambi, he establishes a tutorial for X students and despite early setbacks makes it work and ensures that he makes a very heavy profit on the deal, while also convincing Chandrika, who eventually reciprocates his love. However despite all this, Chandrika's father is against marriage with Bhaskar for a reason which is revealed in the end and a thrilling climax.

Madrasapattinam is a 2010 Indian Tamil period drama film that stars Arya and Amy Jackson in the lead roles, whilst, actors Nasser and Cochin Hanifa play other prominent roles. Directed by A. L. Vijay, who earlier directed movies like Kireedam (2007) and Poi Solla Porom (2008), the film released on July 9, 2010 with positive reviews.

The movie begins as an old English woman Amy Wilkinson (Carole Trungmar) almost at her death bed in London, wants to come down to Chennai in search of a young man Parithi (Arya) whom she last saw on 15 August, 1947 to return Thali necklace  (sacred thread tied around the neck of the bride by her groom) of his mother, which he gives as a sign of stating that she belongs to India and nobody can separate them. She wants to return that back to him, as she gets married to other man in her home town and it no more belongs to her.

Almost 60 years from then, she is clueless as she has just a picture of Parithi, which was taken then. The search begins along with her grand daughter Catherine (Lisa Lazarus). There are scenes where she recalls her past. It is revealed that Parithi was a valorous dhobi in Madarasapattinam. He revolts against the British officials for they plan to construct a golf course in their dhobikhana.

Comes young Amy (Amy Jackson), daughter of Madras Presidency Governor, and she develops an affinity towards Parithi. She is friendly and helpful. Sequence of events leaves romance blossoming between them. Parithi calls her affectionately as Duraiamma. He shows Madras and its culture along with the humorous translator Nambi (The late V.M.C.Haneefa).

Even as they face trouble from the angry White officials, comes 15 August 1947 which brings freedom to India. Duraiamma is now forced to go back to England. Parithi runs from pillar to post and fights to hold his sweetheart’s hands.An Indian police officer asks them to stay out of sight so that he could protect them. They go and stay for a few hours in the Clock room at the top of the Madras Central Railway station, whereby something goes wrong and the time shows four when it is five 'o' clock and this comes to the notice of Robert and Ilamparithi couldn’t achieve his mission. Cut to present, Duraiamma is back in search of Parithi.They go to places where they want to find him. Then when they are about to leave for London, a man calls them and tells them that they know Parithi. Then Duraiamma goes walking and then by a taxi whose owner was the first person she met at the Madras Airport to Duraimma road, which has charitabe organistaions for health,old age, education, medicine , schooling etc..,. which was actually the promise of young Amy to the Madras children in the 1940's. Little did the taxi driver know that the lady was Duraiamma herself, as he showed her own picture as to her for being a stranger. Atlast he takes her to Elamparithi's tomb where she comes to know that he had passed away by about 12 years back from then. She then claims that the Thali necklace is her property and passes away after saying "Its Mine".

The movie has wonderfully picturesqued Madraspattinam, the principality of the then Madras state. The picturesque of the boat ride on the Buckingham canal, which is today a bemire water way was extraordinary. Buckingham canal carried boats till the year 1985.

Kamal Haasan's forthcoming film’s title 'Manmadhan Ambu', the actor launched the movie in Chennai today.
Speaking at a function organised to announce the launch of the flick, which would be produced by Udayanidhi Stalin and directed by K S Ravikumar, Kamal said those who act in stage plays do thorough rehearsals, whereas it is missed in cinema.

"Actors and actresses involved in a film should undergo proper rehearsals before they start shooting. If we take rehearsals seriously before shoots, we can reduce needless expenses in film-making and sharpen acting skills," he said.

"I thank all my co-stars including Trisha, Madhavan and Sangeetha for agreeing to do proper rehearsals." he added. Speaking about the film, he said, "Ravikumar and me share common ideas and it was evident in all our earlier outings (Panchathantram, Avvai Shanmugi, etc). This film will be a lighthearted romantic-comedy and hopefully would entertain fans".

On his part, Ravikumar said, "It is my privilege to work with Kamal again and am also grateful to Udhayanidhi (Stalin) for bringing us together. Most of the movie would be shot abroad, in countries like Italy, Spain and Greece. We should be shooting in a star cruiser."

He said, Kamal would play the role of a romantic youth in the film and there wouldn't be any special get-ups. Cinematography is by Manush Nandan, son of noted journalist Gnani while story, screenplay, dialogue and songs are by Kamal Haasan himself. Devi Sri Prasad will score the music.

Trisha, Madhavan and Devi Sri Prasad, who were present, expressed their admiration for Kamal and said they would ensure that the film would be a grand affair.

Earlier, welcoming the gathering, Udhayanidhi said, "It was my long-time dream to work with Kamal and it has come true with ‘Manmadhan Ambu’. Plans are on to release the film for Deepavali."

Surya’s new movie official announcement is finally out. The much expected movie of Surya has been titled has 7aum Arivu – The Seventh Sense. Ezham Arivu features Surya and Shruti Haasan in lead roles. The movie is being directed by A. R. Murugadoss who has earlier given super box office hit movie Ghajini. Ezham Arivu is simultaneously being made in Hindi and Telugu and will be released as a trilingual film. There are also plans to dub the movie in English and release it across the globe.Ezham Arivu music is composed by Harris Jayaraj, whilst Ravi K. Chandran is the cinematographer of the movie. The movie is expected to release in late 2011.

Shruthi Haasan, at the movie launch said that she is honored and excited to be working with such a huge team on her Tamil acting debut. She has already made her screen debut in Hindi through a film titled Luck.Surya said that he had been hugely impressed with the story when he first heard it and had immediately got the producer (Udayanidhi Stalin – Red Giant Movies) involved. He added that the final product would be of a kind that would impress even Hollywood film makers and will definitely make Tamil cinema proud.

A first of its kind audio launch, in Tamil Cinema. The audio launch of ‘Madrasapattinam’ was a splendid example of creativity. The invitation itself leaked the essence of the launch party.

The who’s who of the Tamil industry was present to witness the audio launch that director Vijay and his team dreamt of. The chief guest of the event was Kamal Haasan along with sensational director Shankar.

G V Prakash was really ecstatic for he was the real hero of the music launch. The art work involved, had a old train engine at the stage, a set of pre-Independent India, and a few memoirs like cars of the British ruled India.

Surprising the guests was the cast of the movie that had come in the same costumes they wear in the movie. The hero, heroine and even the supporting characters came in the outfits meant for them. It was a gala event, that will be remembered as one of the best!

Producer Udhayanidhi Stalin held the 100 days celebration of Aadhavan  at Park Sheraton Hotel in Chennai on March 23 night.

Kamal Haasan was the chief guest at the function and KS Ravikumar, Uday, Suriya, Nayanthara, Saroja Devi, Vadivelu, Harris Jayaraj and Ramanarayanan were on the dais. All the artists, technicians, and office bearers of the unit were honoured on stage and mementos were given away.

Everyone praised Udhayanidhi Stalin for being a wonderful producer and directors like Lingusamy and Murugadoss gave speeches. Sriya was hailed as the Waris (heir) to Kamal Hassan by Parthipan. As a noble gesture Uday gave away Rs One Lakh each to charitable organisations like Jeevan Velicham, Nambikkai, People AIDS initiative, St. Annes and T Lokesh, an engineering student.

Kamal, in his speech said that there is no special quality that Sivakumar has not taught his son Suriya. He said: “One thing I would like to emphasize is to put your recent success behind you. This is the most essential mantra”.

Nayanthara looked elegant and simple sans any make up at the function. Remember that this is the first function of Aadhavan that the actress took part since the film was launched. She was seen smiling throughout, striking a great rapport with Saroja Devi and director KS Ravikumar who also praised her saying that she is a very dedicated actress.

Vinnaithaandi Varuvaayaa (Will you Cross the Skies for Me?) is a 2010 Tamil romance film directed and written by Gautham Menon.The movie features Silambarasan Rajendar and Trisha Krishnan in the lead roles. The film, produced by four producers and distributed by Udhayanidhi Stalin, features a successful music soundtrack composed by A. R. Rahman, cinematography by Manoj Paramahamsa and editing by Anthony Gonsalves. The film's story was also simultaneously shot and released by Menon in the Telugu language as Ye Maaya Chesave with a different cast.

The film explores the complicated relationship between a Hindu Tamil assistant director, Karthik, and a Syrian Christian Malayali girl, Jessie. Karthik falls in love with Jessie only to be met by her indifference, behaving reluctant due to the fact that they belong to different religions and her strict conservative family will never consent to this. An unperturbed Karthik keeps asking her, she also falls in love with him. However, they have to undergo many problems and emotional conflicts; whether they can overcome all hurdles forming the crux.

The film, began its initial schedule in February 2009, following a mystery launch with a series of publicity posters being launched without details of the cast or crew. Shooting continued through 2009, with the film garnering significant media interest, through schedules in Malta and the United States. Prior to release, the film became the first Tamil project to have a music soundtrack premiered, abroad from India, with a successful launch at the BAFTA in London.The film, released on 26 February 2010, along with the Telugu version to advanced bookings worldwide. Upon release, the film achieved positive reviews, with several critics giving the film "classic" status, whilst also become a commercially successful venture. The movie has been declared as a blockbuster.

Karthik (Silambarasan Rajendar), is graduate in mechanical engineering in Chennai but aspires to become a filmmaker. Through his friend, Karthik gets introduced to a cinematographer, Ganesh (Ganesh Janardhanan). With the support of Ganesh, Karthik becomes an assistant director to K. S. Ravikumar. Karthik's family, who are Hindus, lives on rent on the bottom floor of a two storey house which belongs to Jessie's (Trisha Krishnan) family, a conservative Malayali Catholic Christian family from Alappuzha, Kerala, who live on the floor upstairs. When Karthik meets Jessie for the first time, he falls in love with her. Karthik expresses his love one day to Jessie, who is afraid of speaking to other men around her strict father's sight, and ends up angering Jessie. The two meet several times and Jessie begins to admit that she also liked Karthik, but wants to refrain from any problems because she knows her father won't accept a Hindu to marry his daughter. Her parents came to know about their affair and arrange a marriage for her. But at the wedding, she refuses to marry the groom, displeasing everyone in her family. Karthik and Jessie continue to love each other without the knowledge of their parents. Suddenly, Jessie is forced by her father to marry and seeks Karthik's help, who was in Goa for a film shooting. Karthik is unable to attend to her calls and messages as he was busy on the shooting spot and Jessie is unable to reach him. After a tense phonecall from Jessie, Karthik goes back one night to Chennai to check on Jessie. An angry and hurt Jessie makes a final decision to break up with Karthik because of her father's strong disapproval of their love. Later on, Karthik gets to know that Jessie got married and is settled abroad through his sister.

Two years later, Karthik meets Nandhini (Samantha Ruth Prabhu), who falls in love with him, but is rejected by Karthik who cites his previous affair with Jessie whom he could still not get over. He then comes up with a script for his first film, which happens to be his very own love story. He calls upon Naga Chaitanya as the films protagonist, Nandhini as the female lead and Ganesh as the film's cinematographer, and the film was eventually titled Jessie. During shooting for the film in New York, United States, he randomly sees Jessie again and she comes and speaks with him, they discuss their differences and both get married the same day and are happy again. But his meeting with Jessie is actaully revealed to be a scene in Karthik's movie. At the end of the viewing of Karthik's movie in the theater, Jessie and Karthik part ways, both with different lives and different destinies.