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Hans India
21-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Ruchira Entertainments bags theatrical rights of Naveen Chandra's ‘Eleven'
Renowned distributor N Sudhakar Reddy of Ruchira Entertainments has secured the theatrical rights for the highly-anticipated bilingual thriller Eleven, setting the stage for a gripping cinematic ride this summer. Headlined by the ever-versatile Naveen Chandra, the film is slated for a global release on May 16, promising a taut, investigative drama packed with suspense and adrenaline. Helmed by debutant director Lokkesh Ajls—who previously worked with filmmaker Sundar C on projects like Kalakalappu 2, Vandha Rajavathaan Varuven, and Action—Eleven showcases a gripping narrative rooted in mystery and investigation. The film is produced by Ajmal Khan and Reyaa Hari under the AR Entertainment banner, known for critically lauded films such as Sila Nerangalil Sila Manidhargal and Sembi. Alongside Naveen Chandra, the film boasts an impressive ensemble cast featuring Abhirami, Shashank, Reyaa Hari, Ravi Varma, and Kireeti Damaraju, all playing pivotal roles in the suspense-laden plot. The technical crew of Eleven is equally formidable. With music by acclaimed composer D Imman, visuals by Bollywood-experienced cinematographer Karthik Ashokan, and crisp editing by National Award-winner Srikanth N.B., the film is crafted to keep audiences on edge throughout.
New Indian Express
21-04-2025
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
Catherine Tresa Interview: Glamour doesn't necessarily mean skin show
Catherine Tresa, who is known for intense preparations to work on her roles, feels that working on felt like a much-needed respite. 'This was a great breather for me,' she laughs, as she sits down to talk about her first Tamil film since Aruvam (2019). 'Sundar sir's films are always like that. He prefers you to come on board as a blank slate, without any preconceived notions and wants you to come there and be spontaneous. It was fun.' This is the actor's third time in a Sundar C directorial after Kalakalappu 2 (2018) and Vantha Rajavathaan Varuven (2018). Describing him as a self-aware filmmaker, she says, "He is very clear about the kind of films he wants to make and also understands that the audiences expect fun entertainers from him." One of her biggest reasons for being a part of Much of the film's fun factor was amplified by the entry of Vadivelu into Gangers , which marks the comedian's reunion with Catherine's career has been an eclectic mix of commercial films and character-oriented roles— from Sarrainodu , Nene Raju Nene Mantri , Paisa , Iddarammayilatho to Madras and Aruvam . When probed if it was a conscious choice to balance the two, she says, "All actors would love to play author-backed characters and at the same time, commercial films are important. I'm not saying that commercial films cannot have well-written characters. I've played a few well-written characters in commercial films," she notes. According to her, the definition of commercial films depends on the range of audiences it reaches. "For that matter, any film that reaches beyond a certain number of people is, in a way, commercial. My goal is to do meaningful characters in films that reach as many people as possible," she notes. While some roles might be stereotypical, she says the decision to take up the film isn't always about the character. "Sometimes, it's simply a good project. Other times, it's about the team. I try to find projects that offer a balance between the two, so I can enjoy the best of both worlds," she elaborates. The actor's filmography has been shaped by a diverse group of established filmmakers like Puri Jagannadh, Krishna Vamsi, Gunasekhar, Pa Ranjith, and Sundar C. On how the experiences taught her to adapt herself as an actor, she shares, "Every time you work with these directors, you step into their world—their vision, their style, their way of working, and I absolutely love that. Every film has a different vibe." Catherine has also appeared on special numbers. Does she feel that it panders to the male gaze and objectifies women? 'Don't you think, in some way, everything panders to the male gaze?' she questions. 'When a beautiful female actor appears in any scene, people tend to focus on her appearance and appreciate the fact that she's beautiful. It really depends on the perception of the viewer.' On that note, Catherine feels that the Aranmanai director has a great sense of aesthetics. "I think that's really important. Glamour, to me, is anything that looks good. I don't think it is limited to just skin show. You can be draped in a beautiful saree and still look absolutely glamorous. As long as it's not vulgar, I don't think there's a question of objectification," she reflects. However, she clarifies that she is speaking only for herself and acknowledges that objectification does exist in many songs. Catherine confesses that over her 15-year-long career, she has learnt to be more patient and grown to be more appreciative of the craft of acting. "Acting gives me a lot of freedom as I get to do things I wouldn't normally do in real life. As a person, I'm quite shy. But when I'm playing a character who's loud or doing these vibrant songs—those are things that I'd never do," she says, mentioning that there's a certain joy in stepping outside herself. "Going forward, I want to choose well-written roles that also have strong commercial appeal," she says before signing off.
