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Simbhu ropes in �Unnai Pol Oruvan� heroine

Pollathavan — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 04:53:11 GMT

Actor Simbhu is well known for roping in best newcomers as his pair in most of his films. It was more evident with his previous films as well in yet to take-off flicks. He had approached Sarath Kumar�s daughter Varalakshmi and later the project was dropped. Now, he has eyed on �Unnai Pol Oruvan� fame Anuja Iyer who enacted the role of a journalist in this film. Silambarasan has almost completed penning script for his upcoming film �Vaaliban� that will preferably have more heroines. ...

More adult Malaysians turn to the Net for sex info

Pollathavan — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 04:59:51 GMT

PETALING JAYA: More adults are relying on the Internet to get information on sex, according to a Durex Sexual Wellbeing Survey. As much as 75% of Malaysians gave credit to the Internet for teaching them the bedroom �how-tos�. Men (75%) outnumber women (71%) in using the Internet to surf about sex. Seventy-three per cent of the respondents also learn about sex through magazines. Other sources include books (65%), friends and peers (56%) and partners (43%). All these surpass sex education ...

Ninaithale Inikum - Sexy Lady

selanpaul — Sat, 12 Sep 2009 08:21:33 GMT

Ninaithale inikkum - Nanbanai partha

selanpaul — Sat, 12 Sep 2009 08:20:42 GMT

Ninaithale inikkum - Banaras Pattu Katti

selanpaul — Sat, 12 Sep 2009 08:19:56 GMT

Ninaithale inikkum - Azhagai Pookkuthe

selanpaul — Sat, 12 Sep 2009 08:18:57 GMT

Tamannah has got something to regret

Priya — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 11:59:19 GMT

Tamannah is worried that she has no role in the Tamil remake of her Telugu blockbuster �Happy Days�. The film titled �Inidhu Inidhu� is being produced by Prakash Raj. �My first hit in Tollywood was �Happy Days�. Hence I am little worried that I am not there in the Tamil version. But those who have been selected for the lead roles are right choice. I recently watched a song from the upcoming movie. The output is so good,� she says. Admitting that she imitated Kareena Kapoor in �Kanden Kadhalai�, ...

Mappillai still looking for Mamiyar

Priya — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 11:50:53 GMT

After �Pokkisham�, Nemichand Jhabak has planned to produce his next project titled �Mappillai�, which will be directed by Suraaj. Our Superstar�s yesteryear blockbuster �Mappillai� is remade with his son-in-law Dhanush in the lead. As we all know the director is on a hunting ride, to rope in a talented actress as Dhanush�s onscreen mom-in-law. The original version had late actress Srividya playing the character of the villainy mom-in-law. After trying his luck with Kushboo, Nadhiya, Vijayashanthi, ...

Modhi Vilayadu - Modhi Vilayadu

selanpaul — Sat, 29 Aug 2009 13:40:50 GMT

Modhi Vilayadu - Paathikadhal

selanpaul — Sat, 29 Aug 2009 13:40:09 GMT

Aarumugam - Yamini Yamini

selanpaul — Sat, 22 Aug 2009 14:05:01 GMT

Check for thalassaemia if marriage is on the mind

Priya — Mon, 10 Aug 2009 08:05:40 GMT

http://www.nst.com.my/Current_News/NST/articles/14mam/Article/index_html KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysians of all ages, especially those who plan to marry, are encouraged to go for thalassaemia check-ups. Thalassaemia is an inherited autosomal recessive blood disease. It is estimated that close to one million Malaysians are carriers of the disease. Thalassaemia Association of Malaysia president Datuk Dr Zulkifli Ismail said although the check-ups were not mandatory, it would help identify those ...

Malai Malai - Pooparikka Solli

selanpaul — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 11:08:36 GMT

Teaching of Maths and Science in English extended to 2014

Priya — Mon, 10 Aug 2009 07:59:55 GMT

http://www.nst.com.my/Current_News/NST/articles/20090810091221/Article/index_html THE current cohort of students studying Mathematics and Science in English can continue to do so until they finish their secondary school. Deputy Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin said although the reversal of the policy, known as PPSMI, was to be fully executed in 2012, the deadline would be extended to 2014 for this group. The cabinet�s decision on this was to allay concerns by parents fearing that ...

Udayanidhi Stalin in Dharani�s direction?

Priya — Sat, 08 Aug 2009 11:49:22 GMT

At a time when actors are taking the political route, here comes an aspiring actor from the numero uno political family of Tamil Nadu. And it is none other than Udayanidhi Stalin, son of Deputy Chief Minister M K Stalin. If Tamil industry grapevine has to be believed, Udayanidhi, who had produced Vijay starrer �Kuruvi�, was recently approached by the film�s director Dharani to act in his next venture. The young producer, who too is interested at donning the greasepaint, is however waiting ...

Kalloori - Sariya Idhu Thavara

selanpaul — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 17:10:54 GMT

Kalloori - Unnarugil Varugayil

selanpaul — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 17:10:18 GMT

Kadhal Sugamanathu - Sollathan Nineikiren

selanpaul — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 17:09:42 GMT

Sinthanai Sei - Uchi meethu

selanpaul — Sat, 01 Aug 2009 11:05:26 GMT

Khadalar Dhinam - Enna Vizhai Azhaghe

selanpaul — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 13:45:16 GMT

Ji - Ding Dong Koyil Mani

selanpaul — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 13:44:26 GMT

Abhiyum Naanum - Pachai Kaatre

selanpaul — Sat, 25 Jul 2009 03:45:18 GMT

Kadhalna Summa Illai - Jai Sambo

selanpaul — Sun, 19 Jul 2009 13:46:26 GMT

Sarvam - Neethane

selanpaul — Sat, 18 Jul 2009 12:30:49 GMT

Vamanan - Edho Seigirai

selanpaul — Sat, 18 Jul 2009 12:30:21 GMT

Prithvi not available till 2010

Priya — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 11:55:19 GMT

Prithviraj, the sought-after star in Tamil cinema, is thrilled at being part of Mani Ratnam's 'Ravana' aka 'Ashokavanam'. The handsome actor from Malayalam Film Industry is waiting to make his foray into Telugu Industry with the cop flick �Police Police�. Sources say that Prithvi has got a line up of projects in Malayalam, Tamil and he won�t be available till the end of next year. Known for his immense talent in acting with ease, Telugu makers are said to be looking at rope him in their projects. ...

Vamanan - Oru Devathai

selanpaul — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 12:33:49 GMT

Bhagiyaraj turns villain

Priya — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 11:57:25 GMT

He first revolutionized screenplay, being hailed even today as the master of interesting screenplay in film circles. And then, as an actor, he broke that the protagonist had to be a do-gooder, good looker or good dancer. And the next role that Bhagiyaraj seems to be braced to do is that of a villain. Yes, you saw that right. The man who has had us in splits with his no frills humour, often with adult content, is all set to turn grey. This is for the film 'Kulasekaranum Koolippadayum'. The ...

Thirumalai - Neeya Pesiyathu

selanpaul — Sun, 12 Jul 2009 12:49:10 GMT

Independent Nayantara

Priya — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 14:07:05 GMT

Her last movie �Villu� worked well among her fans and they were happy with her refreshing appearance. The �Loose Penne� gal later created sensation when she was seen sporting a tattooed name on her arm, to reveal her love for choreographer-actor-director Prabhudeva. Nayantara has not only bold been enough to shed off her village belle image but has been facing the rough waters of filmdom all alone till now. She is one of the few actresses in the industry who doesn�t turn up to the shooting ...

Kamal�s craze for movies

Priya — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 12:00:05 GMT

Kamal Haasan is one man who is known for his exceptional quality in terms of acting and his experimentation with movies. Known for his hardworking nature, time has been out of his pocket mostly but here is an interesting bit of news. It is heard that Kamal is crazy about watching movies and though he has a packed schedule, he is said to take time out and watch movies everyday. There are also times when Kamal is said to have been known for watching back to back movies. His craze for watching ...

Thirumalai - Nee Illai Naan Illai

selanpaul — Sun, 12 Jul 2009 12:50:41 GMT

Thirumalai - Alagooril

selanpaul — Sun, 12 Jul 2009 12:50:02 GMT

Valmiki - Koodavaruviya

selanpaul — Sun, 12 Jul 2009 08:33:09 GMT

Asin says no to PETA

Priya — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 14:10:28 GMT

Asin has cushioned herself in the filmdom, reigning in both south and north screens. It is not only the films that are roping her but even big brands of endorsement sectors are cashing on her successful image. Only, but, one prestigious offer was received with the actress�s �no-no�. The organisers of People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals' (PETA) had approached Asin to be their brand ambassador but Asin who is a strict non-vegetarian rejected the offer. She said, �After I entered the film ...

Ennai Theriyuma - Thanni Karuthirichi

selanpaul — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 03:16:47 GMT

Ennai Theriyuma - Oh My Love

selanpaul — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 03:15:38 GMT

Ash talking Tamil

Priya — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 15:11:26 GMT

She had done before, she has done it now. Aishwarya Rai Bachchan had tried her skills in Kollywood and had delivered mind blowing performances in �Iruvar', �Jeans� and �Kandukonden Kandukonden� and went on to earn appreciation from South audience. Now, she is back again in Shankar�s magnum opus �Endhiran� and �Robot� in Hindi, with leading hero and Superstar Rajinikanth. The movie team has found that this former Miss. World has exceptional grasping powers. She impressed all, including the ...

Director Siddique�s wait for Vijay

Priya — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 15:07:02 GMT

Director Siddique of Friends and Engal Anna fame said that he initially narrated the story of the Malayalam film Bodyguard, which he is directing now, to Ilayathalapathy Vijay. However, due to his prior commitment with the Mollywood star Dileep, he started the Malayalam version. The director also said that Vijay is keen on starring in the Tamil remake but his dates are not available in the near future and hence the project has been put in the backburner for now. Siddique was quick enough to ...

Prabhu Deva is eager�

Priya — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 15:00:36 GMT

Prabhu Deva, popularly known as the Michael Jackson of South India, is shattered after the death of the King of Pop. The actor-choreographer-director is said be moody even during the Kalavadiya Pozhuthugal shooting barely talking to his team mates. Despite this, Prabhu Deva is showing keen interest in starring in a film if it were to be based on the life story of the late dancer-singer. However, it remains to be seen how the actor will carry out the two get up that Jackson is so famous for ...

Michael Jackson - Earth Song

selanpaul — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 13:17:15 GMT

Meera and Rajesh split

Priya — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 10:13:38 GMT

Its the end of romance for south Indian actress Meera Jasmine and composer Mandolin U. Rajesh and Rajesh has confirmed the news. He sais that time will heal them and he would like to concentrate on his muisc. Rajesh said that his dream was of something else and what turned out was in no way connected to his dreams. He also added that he would like to concentrate on his music at this point in his life. The reason for their split is that Meera is said to have planned to earn as much as ...

THORANAI - Vaachellam

Anonymous — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 18:43:02 GMT

Muthirai - Azhagana Neeyum

selanpaul — Sat, 04 Jul 2009 08:48:29 GMT

A AA E EE - Aaeee Solli

selanpaul — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 15:07:41 GMT

A AA E EE - Kannivedi Kolluthadi

selanpaul — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 15:07:15 GMT

Trisha in safe hands

swatika — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 13:33:23 GMT

We all knew that Kollywoods own beauty Trisha is going to Bollywood and that too pairing with Mr.Kiladi to King Akshay Kumar. But how many of us know that director Priyadarshan who introduced her in Tamil is taking our girl to Bollywood. Trisha is indeed the luckiest actress. Many actresses who left to Bollywood didn�t get chance to pair with leading actors. But Trisha is pairing with one of the leading and highest paid actor of Bollywood who has given many commercial hits and the recent super ...

Hotels say NO to Meenakshi

swatika — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 13:34:03 GMT

Kuthagaikaarar babe Meenakshi is not allowed into many hotels of the city - reason? Meenakshi, seeks hotel rooms to enjoy along with her boy friend of the day. Most of the city's hotels allow these kind of high profile service to happen in their hotel and they used to be proud about the biz happening at their hotel. Now, most of hotels in the city say no to Meenakshi, because of the looty that she do in the pub and then in the room, along with her boy friend or many boys at a time.

Lakshmi Rai is in love with?

swatika — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 13:34:50 GMT

Lakshmi Rai, the album girl of Kollywood has lots of controversies for her, still she do many movies. Savvy or sassy! Nice or naughty! You may call Lakshmi Rai phoenix of Kollywood. She was pushed to the verge of leaving cinema, but her love for cinema and hard work kept her alive. And now she is one of the busiest actresses in all south Indian language. The actress emerged with much flamboyance and performance in �Dhaam Dhoom�. Following that she has Muthirai and Vamanan that will ...

Michael Jackson died.......... :( :( :( :( :(

2Pac — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 02:17:50 GMT

Michael Jackson, Farrah Fawcett both die (Update) Picture gallery E-mail your tributes to Michael and Farrah at feedback@thestar.com.my PETALING JAYA: The entertainment world suffered a double blow when it was reported early Friday morning (Malaysian time) that both pop giant Michael Jackson and 1970s TV star Farrah Fawcett had died in Los Angeles. Jackson, the sensationally gifted child star who rose to become the �King of Pop� and the biggest celebrity ...