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Pink Villa
11 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Throwback: When actor Srikanth refused to acknowledge his marriage to wife Vandana, here's why
Srikanth is known for making his appearances in South films, having been a recognizable face in Tamil, Telugu, and Malayalam cinema. As Srikanth is making headlines with his ongoing police case, the actor once hit the news for a different reason. Vandana Srikanth's alleged legal cases As per reports, Srikanth and his wife, Vandana, were rumored to tie the wedding knot back in 2007. While his parents initially approved of their relationship, they later called off the marriage after finding out Vandana and his parents were arrested for a few legal cases. The cases stemmed from a land dispute argument, which led to the legal proceedings. While Srikanth's parents opposed the marriage, the actor went ahead and registered his marriage with Vandana. While it is mentioned that Srikanth registered his marriage in hopes of convincing his parents, to everyone's shock, the Nanban actor refused to acknowledge his marriage later. According to a report by Times Now, the actor said, 'Our marriage was never consummated. I went in for a registered marriage as I loved her and was hopeful of convincing my parents.' 'Soon after we announced our formal wedding date, I learnt that Vandana was jailed for an offence and that the passports of her parents were impounded for their involvement in criminal cases,' he added. Later on, Srikanth revealed that Vandana had shown up at his house with tough-looking henchmen. Fearing for his and his ageing parents' lives, he was supposedly forced to abandon his house, even seeking police protection at the time. With multiple allegations made at that time, Srikanth and his wife, Vandana, later patched up. Following legal intervention and counselling, both continued their relationship. And now, years later, Srikanth and Vandana are still married and are parents to two children. Srikanth's last film? Coming to Srikanth's work front, the actor was last seen in a lead role in the film Konjam Kadhal Konjam Modhal. The romantic comedy was written and directed by K Rangaraj. The movie focused on a couple's perception of wealth in a relationship, only to change their mindset after witnessing the profound love shared by an old couple. With Pujita Ponnada playing the female lead, the movie was received with mixed reviews upon release.
NDTV
13 hours ago
- Politics
- NDTV
Actor Srikanth Sent To Jail Till July 7 In In Cocaine Case, Chennai Police Claim Evidence Of Drug Use
Chennai: A day after the arrest of popular Tamil and Telugu actor Srikanth, exclusive information accessed by NDTV from Chennai police sources reveals that investigators have secured documentary evidence indicating his involvement in the purchase and consumption of cocaine. A digital money trail has also been traced, reportedly confirming financial transactions linked to drug procurement. "Evidence includes chat records, financial transfers, and phone data that establish a clear pattern of contact with drug suppliers," a senior officer told NDTV. Police are also examining Srikanth's links to known members of a cartel operating in and out of Tamil Nadu. The actor was earlier questioned for several hours at the Nungambakkam police station before his arrest. His blood samples, which were sent for testing, reportedly confirmed drug usage, though the forensic report has not yet been made public. It all began with the arrest of Pradeep and John, a Ghana national, for alleged possession of cocaine. Their interrogation led to Prasad, a former AIADMK member who was also arrested after a brawl at a Chennai pub, which police say led to the unearthing of a broader drug supply network now under investigation. Srikanth's name reportedly emerged during the interrogation of multiple suspects connected to that case. Srikanth made his acting debut in 2002 with Roja Kootam and has since featured in nearly 70 films, including Shankar's Nanban, the Tamil remake of the Bollywood blockbuster Three Idiots. There has been no official comment yet from Srikanth's lawyers. Last night a Chennai court remanded Srikanth to judicial custody till July 7. Amid a spurt in drug cases, AIADMK and BJP have already been accusing the ruling DMK of failing to control the drug menace in the state. The DMK has denied the charges, stating that the arrest shows that law is taking its course, irrespective of influence or status. Police, meanwhile, claim Tamil Nadu remains one of the states with the lowest drug usage in the country, and that strict action is being taken against offenders. In a recent exclusive interview to NDTV, DGP Shankar Jiwal stated that Tamil Nadu does not manufacture narcotics but is increasingly becoming a transit point for drug shipments to Sri Lanka and beyond.
India.com
14 hours ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
This film had no action, thrill, or suspense, still became superhit, earned Rs. 460 crore, has a Tamil remake, rated 8.4 on IMDb, the film is…, actors are…
This film had no action, thrill, or suspense, still became superhit, earned Rs. 460 crore, has a Tamil remake, rated 8.4 on IMDb, the film is..., actors are... In the ever-evolving world of cinema, many films come and go. However, some rare gems touch the emotional chord like no other and stay relevant for years to come. One such tale is of a cult classic. What's even more interesting is that this film was a remake of a Bollywood blockbuster that, instead of getting trapped in the usual comparison, soared higher than the expectations. Yes, we are talking about the Tamil film Nanban, which was the remake of the Bollywood blockbuster 3 idiots. What was even more surprising is that the casting of the Tamil remake had South Indian actor Thalapathy Vijay in the lead, who is popularly known for his action and thriller roles. While the original film had Bollywood's perfectionist, Aamir Khan, playing that role. The original Bollywood Blockbuster – 3 idiots came in 2008. It featured a star-studded cast of Aamir Khan, R. Madhavan, Sharman Joshi, and Kareena Kapoor Khan. Despite not entailing any action, thrill or suspense, the film managed to hit gold at the box office and collected a whopping Rs. 460 crores globally. From the strong storyline of the film to its new age comedy and impeccable performances of the actors, the film hit a nerve with the audience. Four years later, the same film was remade in a Tamil version, which was titled Nanban was directed by S. Shankar. However, the first choice for the male lead wasn't how the filmmaker initially decided. The male lead role of Aamir Khan from 3 idiots for offered to actor Suriya in the Tamil remake; however, it was Vijay who eventually did the role. Although Vijay is an action hero and is known for his intense roles, he proved his versatility by slipping into this role with utmost ease. The film also featured d Ileana D'Cruz in the lead female role. Made on a humble budget of Rs. 50 crores, this film earned Rs. 150 crores at the box office and was rated 7.8 on IMDb. Vijay's performance in the film was widely appreciated as he did something out of his niche, proving that he can touch a chord with the audience even without doing any action sequence. This film further established him as a versatile actor. The film also starred Srikanth and Jeeva, with Sathyaraj playing the role of the strict principal, similar to Boman Irani's iconic role in the original. The screenplay was adapted by Rajkumar Hirani and Abhijat Joshi themselves, which helped retain the soul of the original.
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First Post
15 hours ago
- Entertainment
- First Post
Tamil-Telugu actor Srikanth arrested for narcotics use, taken for questioning- Reports
The investigation by the police also revealed he used his Google pay for transactions worth Rs 4.72 lacs. Srikanth is yet to respond to the allegations and his arrest read more Tamil-Telugu actor Srikanth was taken into custody by the police in Chennai in connection with a drugs case. Srikanth has been arrested for narcotics use and taken for questioning. The incriminating transactions were found on his mobile phone. As per reports, the actor purchased cocaine worth Rs 12,000 per gram at least 40 times. The investigation by the police also revealed he used his Google pay for transactions worth Rs 4.72 lacs. Srikanth is yet to respond to the allegations and his arrest. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The actor is known for films like Nanban, Okariki Okaru, Oru Naal Oru Kanavu and Adavari Matalaku Ardhalu Verule
NDTV
a day ago
- Politics
- NDTV
Actor Srikanth Sent To Judicial Custody Till July 7 In Drugs Case
Chennai: Popular Tamil and Telugu film actor Srikanth has been remanded to judicial custody till July 7 by a Chennai court in connection with a cocaine-related case. The actor was interrogated for several hours at the Nungambakkam police station before being formally arrested. According to police sources, Srikanth is alleged to have purchased and used cocaine and maintained contacts with known drug suppliers. His blood samples were sent for medical examination, and reports reportedly confirmed drug usage. The case emerged from a broader crackdown on a drug network that was unearthed following a recent pub brawl involving a former AIADMK member, whose arrest led investigators to a series of other suspects - culminating in Srikanth's arrest. Srikanth, a familiar face in South Indian cinema, debuted in 2002 with Roja Kootam and has acted in nearly 70 films, including notable roles in Nanban, director Shankar's Tamil remake of the Bollywood hit 'Three Idiots'. There has been no official comment yet from Srikanth's legal team. His arrest comes amid an uptick in drug seizures and narcotics-related investigations in Tamil Nadu. The issue has triggered sharp political reactions, with opposition parties AIADMK and BJP targeting the ruling DMK, alleging a breakdown in law and order. The DMK has strongly denied the allegations, defending the police action as evidence of proactive enforcement. The Tamil Nadu Police, for their part, maintain that the prevalence of drug use in the state is among the lowest in the country even according to National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) data, and that stringent action is being taken against both peddlers and users. In a recent exclusive interview to NDTV, Director General of Police Mr Shankar Jiwal stated that while Tamil Nadu does not produce narcotics, it has become a transit hub for international drug trafficking, particularly for shipments destined to Sri Lanka and other countries.
