Latest news with #Nayanthara
India.com
14 hours ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
Meet actress who changed her religion, became Hindu at 27, worked with Shah Rukh Khan, charges Rs 10 crore per film, she is...
In Indian cinema, which is often dominated by male superstars, there are only a handful of actresses who are hailed as an established themselves as leading heroines and top-paid performers. However, do you know that there is only one actress in the entire film industry who bagged the title of Lady Superstar? If this brings names like Deepika Padukone, Priyanka Chopra, or Aishwarya Rai to mind, then let us tell you—no, it is none of them. The actress we are discussing has carved a niche for herself with sheer talent, grace, and an unshakable sense of purpose. This actress has been part of a film that crossed Rs 1,000 crore! Yes, if you are wondering who we are talking about, then this actress is none other than Nayanthara. Born as Diana Mariam Kurian, Nayanthara was born to an Army Officer, Kurien Kodiyattu, and a homemaker, Omana Kurien, in Karnataka. She started her career in 2003 with the Malayalam film Manassinakkare. After this she decided to exapn her horizons and work in Tamil and Telugu films. Her first Tamil film was Ayya, the film became a huge hit and made Nayanthara an overnight star. Since then, she has never looked back. While the actress is one of the most celebrated celebs in Indian cinema and her professional life always grabs headlines, do you know that her personal life also remained in the spotlight? Yes, did you know that Nayanthara was born a Christian and later she decided to convert to Hinduism? At the age of 27, the actress changed her religion and name as well. In 2022, Nayanthara married filmmaker Vignesh Shivan. They have twin sons. Nayanthara is one of the most expensive actresses in the South today, charging Rs 5 to 10 crore per film. Her net worth is more than Rs 200 crore, as per media reports.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Dhanush gives a strong reply to haters amidst his legal battle with Nayanthara: 'You won't be able to do anything...'
Actor Dhanush and Nayanthara have been making headlines over the past few months due to their legal battle surrounding the film 'Naanum Rowdy Dhaan.' Following heated exchanges on social media through official statements and legal proceedings, Dhanush was recently seen delivering a powerful speech against hatred at a public event, which many netizens perceived as a veiled dig at Nayanthara. Dhanush's strong reply for negative campaign Nayanthara's Open Letter To Dhanush: Shruti Haasan, Aishwarya Rajesh & Others Support 'Jawan' Actor Dhanush, who is gearing up for the release of Kuberaa on 20 June, attended the film's audio launch event and took a moment to address the negativity and hatred directed at him. A video of the actor is now going viral on social media, in which he is heard saying: 'You can spread as many rumours as you want about me, spread any negative news about me. Each time a film of mine is about to release, there's a negative campaign against me a month and a half beforehand. But you won't be able to do anything, as my fans are my strong pillars of support.'His statement was met with loud cheers from the crowd. He went on to express heartfelt gratitude to his loyal fanbase, crediting them for standing by his side for over two decades.'No matter who you are, life turns out based on how you think. What is meant for you will come to you, and no one can take that away. Be happy. Happiness is a choice, and it's within you,' he added. Legal battle between Dhanush and Nayanthara Dhanush reportedly sent Nayanthara a legal notice regarding the use of a three-second behind-the-scenes clip from Naanum Rowdy Dhaan in her documentary 'Nayanthara: The Fairy Tale.' The issue came to light when Nayanthara posted on social media, calling out Dhanush for withholding permission to use the footage, which caused a delay in the documentary's release. Dhanush's team subsequently issued a legal notice to Nayanthara, demanding Rs 1 crore in damages if the footage was not removed from the documentary, as it originated from his production venture. About Kuberaa Directed by Sekhar Kammula, Kuberaa also stars Nagarjuna Akkineni and Rashmika Mandanna in pivotal roles. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
Pink Villa
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Did Dhanush just take a dig at Nayanthara? Says 'You can spread as many rumors as you want…'
Dhanush is all set to hit the big screens with his upcoming movie Kuberaa, slated to release on June 20, 2025. Recently, the actor appeared in his simplistic style for the film's audio launch and seemingly took a dig at Nayanthara. In his speech, the actor said, 'You can spread as many rumours as you want about me, spread any negative news about me. Each time a movie of mine releases, there's a negative campaign against me one and a half months before that. But you won't be able to do anything as my fans are my strong pillars of support.' He highlighted that his fans have been with him for 23 years, and they are 'his friends'. The Vaathi star highlighted that it would be foolish to even think that spreading false rumors could destroy him. He continued, 'No matter who you are, life turns out based on how you think. What should come to you will come to you and no one can take that away from you. Be happy. Happiness is a choice, and it's inside you.' Dhanush underlined that there was a time in his life when he struggled to get even one meal a day, and now, he is in a good state. The Gray Man fame revealed how he has never looked for happiness outside, and the only thing that matters to him in life is being happy and peaceful. For those who are unaware, Dhanush and Nayanthara hit the headlines after the former issued a legal notice against her. The notice was issued in accordance with her documentary, including the visuals from Naanum Rowdy Dhaan, which was bankrolled by the Captain Miller actor. However, the legal notice became quite a controversy when Nayanthara herself penned an official statement against the actor, slamming him and making it a public feud. Dhanush's upcoming film Kuberaa is a social thriller, directed by Sekhar Kammula. The film features Nagarjuna Akkineni as the co-lead with Rashmika Mandanna and Jim Sarbh in supporting roles. Furthermore, the actor recently announced that his much-awaited sequel venture, Vada Chennai 2, would begin next year.
Hindustan Times
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
'If you think you can destroy me, you are foolish': Kuberaa star Dhanush warns detractors
Dhanush's upcoming film Kuberaa is set to release on June 20th and a grand audio launch took place in Chennai over the weekend. Speaking at the event, Dhanush seemed to give a reply to all those who had been trolling him and talking negatively about him. Dressed in a white dhoti and short and sporting a disarming smile, the National Award-winner didn't mince words when he got up on stage to address the audience. 'You can spread as many rumours as you want about me; spread any negative news about me. Each time a movie of mine releases, there's a negative campaign against me one-and-a-half months before that. But you won't be able to do anything as my fans are my strong pillars of support. My fans have been with me for 23 years – they are my friends. If you think you can spread false rumours about me and try to destroy me, there's no bigger foolishness than that. You can't even move a brick,' he emphasised to his fans who replied with loud applause and whistles. The Karnan star went to say, 'No matter who you are, life turns out based on how you think. What should come to you will come to you and no one can take that away from you. Be happy. Happiness is a choice and it's inside you. There has been a time when I struggled to get one meal a day and today, I am in a good place. But I am happy in whichever state I am because I've never looked for happiness outside. I've looked for happiness inside me. There's nothing more important than peace and happiness in life. In spite of so many years and my ups and downs, you have all been with me throughout my journey and I feel blessed and grateful.' Dhanush's speech at the event went viral as many netizens felt he was throwing shade at Nayanthara who had put a post on her social media attacking the actor. The Tamil star, who has stopped giving media interviews, has been vocal at various events addressing issues that are linked to him. Coming to Kuberaa, it is said to be made on a budget of ₹120 crore and is directed byTelugu director Sekhar Kammula. The movie also features Nagarjuna, Rashmika Mandanna, and Sayaji Shinde, and has music by Devi Sri Prasad. Dhanush also did a little jig at the audio launch to the delight of his fans. The Vada Chennai star surprised fans by giving them an update about the film. He said his movie – Vada Chennai 2 - with Vetri Maaran will go on floors in 2026. His ex-wife Aishwarya Rajinikanth was also present at the audio launch with their kids, as was his sister and nephew, Pavish, whom Dhanush launched in his film, Nilavuku En Mel Ennadi Kobam, this year.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
When Vijay Sethupathi praised Shah Rukh Khan's storytelling magic: 'He's more attractive as a person than a star'
Tamil superstar , known for his versatile roles and intense screen presence, made his Bollywood debut alongside in the blockbuster 'Jawan'. But beyond the on-screen fireworks, Vijay has often expressed deep admiration for SRK — particularly for the legendary actor's storytelling prowess and magnetic personality. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now A Storyteller Beyond the Screen In an earlier interaction with Cinema Vikatan, Vijay Sethupathi opened up about what truly struck him while working with Shah Rukh. 'I have been surprised to hear Mr. Shah Rukh Khan's voice. He is a great storyteller. His mind is very versatile,' Vijay shared, highlighting that it wasn't just SRK's acting or superstardom that impressed him — it was the way Shah Rukh brought stories alive, whether on set or in conversation. Vijay even added, 'He is more attractive as a person than a star,' underlining the warmth and charm SRK carries beyond the big screen. Shah Rukh Khan and Nayanthara starrer 'Jawan' crosses another milestone, movie hits Rs 500 crore mark worldwide Lessons Learned on Set Vijay also reflected on the valuable lessons he picked up simply by observing Shah Rukh Khan at work. One moment that stood out was during a shoot when SRK was unwell. Despite his condition, Shah Rukh showed no signs of discomfort or fatigue, performing with the same energy and enthusiasm. Vijay found this to be a truly admirable quality — a testament to SRK's unwavering professionalism and dedication. Gratitude for Praise and Bonds The admiration between the two actors wasn't one-sided. Vijay also spoke about how humbled he was to receive praise from SRK himself. He mentioned that positive remarks from iconic figures like Shah Rukh Khan, Rajinikanth, and Vijay made him feel deeply gratified. 'When legends notice and appreciate my performances, it's something special,' Vijay said, emphasizing how much these acknowledgments mean to him. Meanwhile, 'Jawan' received mediocre reviews from the audiences, even though the film was a blockbuster.
