Sibi Malayil Reveals Reasons for Backing Out Of Kamal Haasan’s Gunaa(Photo Credit –Wikipedia/IMDb)
In a recent interview with the New Indian Express, veteran filmmaker Sibi Malayil opened up about his failed collaboration with Kamal Haasan for his Tamil debut in ‘Gunaa.’ Despite the renewed interest in Kamal’s film, particularly referenced in the recent Malayalam hit ‘Manjummel Boys,’ Sibi shared insights into why he ultimately decided to pass on the opportunity to direct the project.
Sibi discussed their failed collaboration from the 90s, initially planned as a Tamil movie produced by Raj Kamal Films International’s manager Dns. The concept focused on a commercial film about the Indian Peace Keeping Force (Ipkf) in Sri Lanka. Still, Kamal dropped the idea due to its controversial nature, exacerbated by Rajiv Gandhi’s assassination.
Following this, the duo commenced planning for “Gunaa.” However, Sibi Malayil was preoccupied with his film “Bharatham,...
In a recent interview with the New Indian Express, veteran filmmaker Sibi Malayil opened up about his failed collaboration with Kamal Haasan for his Tamil debut in ‘Gunaa.’ Despite the renewed interest in Kamal’s film, particularly referenced in the recent Malayalam hit ‘Manjummel Boys,’ Sibi shared insights into why he ultimately decided to pass on the opportunity to direct the project.
Sibi discussed their failed collaboration from the 90s, initially planned as a Tamil movie produced by Raj Kamal Films International’s manager Dns. The concept focused on a commercial film about the Indian Peace Keeping Force (Ipkf) in Sri Lanka. Still, Kamal dropped the idea due to its controversial nature, exacerbated by Rajiv Gandhi’s assassination.
Following this, the duo commenced planning for “Gunaa.” However, Sibi Malayil was preoccupied with his film “Bharatham,...
- 3/19/2024
- by Hari P N
- KoiMoi
Kantara’s Origins Unfold: Rishab Shetty Returns for Prequel with Kantara – A Legend Chapter 1. (Photo Credit – Instagram)
Get ready to delve deeper into the world of Kantara! A prequel film titled Kantara – A Legend Chapter 1 is coming soon, and it will be available to stream on Prime Video after its theatrical release.
The 2022 original Kantara took the Kannada film industry by storm. Directed and written by the enigmatic Rishab Shetty, the film wasn’t just a commercial success but also a critical darling. Praised for its stunning visuals, captivating story that blends folklore with social commentary, and powerful performances, particularly by Shetty himself, Kantara became a cultural phenomenon.
Now, Rishab Shetty returns to write and direct Kantara – A Legend Chapter 1, a period-action thriller that serves as a prequel to the original film. Set during the reign of the Kadamba dynasty in Banavasi, the story explores the origins of the conflict that unfolded in Kantara.
Get ready to delve deeper into the world of Kantara! A prequel film titled Kantara – A Legend Chapter 1 is coming soon, and it will be available to stream on Prime Video after its theatrical release.
The 2022 original Kantara took the Kannada film industry by storm. Directed and written by the enigmatic Rishab Shetty, the film wasn’t just a commercial success but also a critical darling. Praised for its stunning visuals, captivating story that blends folklore with social commentary, and powerful performances, particularly by Shetty himself, Kantara became a cultural phenomenon.
Now, Rishab Shetty returns to write and direct Kantara – A Legend Chapter 1, a period-action thriller that serves as a prequel to the original film. Set during the reign of the Kadamba dynasty in Banavasi, the story explores the origins of the conflict that unfolded in Kantara.
- 3/19/2024
- by Nikita Wagh
- KoiMoi
Lay Zhang is opening up about his acting goals.
The 32-year-old No More Bets actor and Chinese rapper and singer-songwriter, who was an original member of the powerhouse K-pop boy band Exo, got candid in a new interview with Variety, out now.
During the discussion, he talked about his acting ambitions, dream collaborators, working with Jackie Chan, and more.
Keep reading to find out more…
On wanting to work with British director Joe Wright:
“I loved The Darkest Hour and would like to have the opportunity to work with [him]. I like a movie that can dig into the personality and conflict.”
On his acting ambitions stateside:
“I want to be an actor who can bridge between Chinese and American culture. I hope that the success of No More Bets in China is just the beginning of being able to be recognized as an actor in the U.S.”
On...
The 32-year-old No More Bets actor and Chinese rapper and singer-songwriter, who was an original member of the powerhouse K-pop boy band Exo, got candid in a new interview with Variety, out now.
During the discussion, he talked about his acting ambitions, dream collaborators, working with Jackie Chan, and more.
Keep reading to find out more…
On wanting to work with British director Joe Wright:
“I loved The Darkest Hour and would like to have the opportunity to work with [him]. I like a movie that can dig into the personality and conflict.”
On his acting ambitions stateside:
“I want to be an actor who can bridge between Chinese and American culture. I hope that the success of No More Bets in China is just the beginning of being able to be recognized as an actor in the U.S.”
On...
- 10/18/2023
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Range Media Partners has signed Chinese actor, singer-songwriter, dancer and fashion icon Lay Zhang and will represent him globally across all areas.
The 31-year-old star, who operates under multiple pseudonyms including Lay and Little Sheep, rose to fame as a former member of K-Pop boyband Exo before launching a solo career, already is a household name in Asia, boasting more than 80 million followers across social media.
As an actor, he stars under his full name Zhang Yixing in the Chinese box office smash “No More Bets,” which has earned more than $527 million in China to date, becoming the country’s biggest hit of the summer. Zhang is now the youngest and fifth-ever Chinese actor to reach this box office milestone. “No More Bets” also received a limited release in the U.S. on Sept. 1.
Next year, he will be seen starring opposite Jackie Chan in the film “A Legend.
The 31-year-old star, who operates under multiple pseudonyms including Lay and Little Sheep, rose to fame as a former member of K-Pop boyband Exo before launching a solo career, already is a household name in Asia, boasting more than 80 million followers across social media.
As an actor, he stars under his full name Zhang Yixing in the Chinese box office smash “No More Bets,” which has earned more than $527 million in China to date, becoming the country’s biggest hit of the summer. Zhang is now the youngest and fifth-ever Chinese actor to reach this box office milestone. “No More Bets” also received a limited release in the U.S. on Sept. 1.
Next year, he will be seen starring opposite Jackie Chan in the film “A Legend.
- 9/19/2023
- by Tatiana Siegel
- Variety Film + TV
(Welcome to Tales from the Box Office, our column that examines box office miracles, disasters, and everything in between, as well as what we can learn from them.)
In 2013, a home invasion horror movie was released that made a ridiculous amount of money relative to its tiny production budget which helped launch the career of a now-prominent filmmaker. That may sound like "The Purge" but I'm actually talking about "You're Next," the beloved slasher flick that helped to put Adam Wingard on the map. Wingard has since made giant blockbusters like "Godzilla vs. Kong," which helped bring movie theaters back to life in 2021 in the aftermath of the quarantine era of the pandemic. Wingard is now an A-list director, and that journey pretty much starts with this movie.
What's interesting about "You're Next" is that it's almost become a cult classic of sorts, as it wasn't a big enough hit...
In 2013, a home invasion horror movie was released that made a ridiculous amount of money relative to its tiny production budget which helped launch the career of a now-prominent filmmaker. That may sound like "The Purge" but I'm actually talking about "You're Next," the beloved slasher flick that helped to put Adam Wingard on the map. Wingard has since made giant blockbusters like "Godzilla vs. Kong," which helped bring movie theaters back to life in 2021 in the aftermath of the quarantine era of the pandemic. Wingard is now an A-list director, and that journey pretty much starts with this movie.
What's interesting about "You're Next" is that it's almost become a cult classic of sorts, as it wasn't a big enough hit...
- 8/27/2023
- by Ryan Scott
- Slash Film
The film the mark the tenth collaboration between Chan and director Stanley Tong.
Taiwan’s Distribution Workshop is to begin sales at Cannes on Jackie Chan fantasy adventure The Legend, which marks the action star’s tenth film with director Stanley Tong.
The $50m mainland China feature is a sequel to 2005’s The Myth, which was also directed by Tong, and stars Chan as an archaeologist who discovers a jade pendant that seems to connect the dream world with reality.
Produced by Bona Film Group, the feature also stars Yixing Zhang, Coulee Nazha and Aarif Lee. A release date has...
Taiwan’s Distribution Workshop is to begin sales at Cannes on Jackie Chan fantasy adventure The Legend, which marks the action star’s tenth film with director Stanley Tong.
The $50m mainland China feature is a sequel to 2005’s The Myth, which was also directed by Tong, and stars Chan as an archaeologist who discovers a jade pendant that seems to connect the dream world with reality.
Produced by Bona Film Group, the feature also stars Yixing Zhang, Coulee Nazha and Aarif Lee. A release date has...
- 5/16/2023
- by Michael Rosser
- ScreenDaily
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