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India Today
10 hours ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
Suriya-Jyotika's daughter Diya's school graduation pics trash family rift rumours
Actors Suriya and Jyotika's daughter, Diya, graduated from school recently. The '36 Vayathinile' actor shared glimpses of the graduation day on her Instagram Stories. The pictures featured Diya's maternal and paternal grandparents, her teacher and her house help, who took care of her from kindergarten. With these pictures, the couple shut down rumours of a family rift.A couple of years ago, Suriya and Jyotika, along with their two children, Diya and Dev, relocated to Mumbai from Chennai. This move fuelled speculations about a rift between Suriya's father and legendary actor, Sivakumar, and his wife, shared a photo with Diya from her graduation day and wrote, "Tassle worth the hassle! Proud of you my girl! (sic)." She also posted a photo of them two with Suriya. Here are the photos: Jyotika posted a photo of Diya with her maternal and paternal grandparents with the caption, "Proud Grandparents (sic)," with red heart are the photos: advertisement The 'Dabba Cartel' actor then dropped a photo with her teacher. She captioned the photo, "A good teacher is like a candle - She consumes herself to light the way for others! Thank you Angie for illuminating Diya's path (sic)." The actor also thanked their house help for taking care of Divya from LKG to Class 12. "Thank u devi for all the nutritious school Dabbas from LKG to 12th and your timeless love. U r irreplaceable (sic)," her caption the post: In October 2024, Suriya told The Hollywood Reporter India that he relocated to Mumbai for his wife, Jyotika, and her children. He said, "I can be very open. At the age of 18-19, she shifted to Chennai. Almost 27 years, she was in Chennai and spent only 18 years in Mumbai. She was with me, my family. She gave up her career, friends, relatives and her Bandra lifestyle. Everything was given up, and she was in Chennai," he 'Kanguva' actor added, "My kids were a part of IB school and there were only one or two schools in Chennai. It's a blessing that my kids are studying well, and they want to excel and get good at it. We saw some good opportunities here. So we shifted here."Suriya was last seen in 'Retro', while Jyotika's last project was 'Dabba Cartel'.Must Watch
Time of India
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Kamal Haasan reveals Mani Ratnam's 'Thug Life' is based on his original script
Thug Life, releasing June 5, 2025, is directed by Mani Ratnam and stars Kamal Haasan, based on his script Amar Hai. The film features a star-studded cast and music by A.R. Rahman. It tells a gripping story of a man presumed dead who reappears amid mafia conflicts. Excitement is flying for the pan-India movie 'Thug Life' as its release draws near, just two weeks away. The team behind the film is busy with various promotional events to build anticipation. In a recent interview, Kamal Haasan shared an interesting fact: the story of 'Thug Life' originates from a script he personally penned, adding a special touch to the film's creation. The Origin of the Story: Amar Hai In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter India, Kamal revealed that 'Thug Life' is adapted from a script he had written earlier, titled 'Amar Hai'. He explained that the title is a pun, referring to a man named Amar who is believed to be dead but actually isn't. This twist forms the core of the story, which begins with a mysterious dead body, only for Amar to later appear and peek in. The trailer highlights this by stating, 'The trouble with him is that he's dead. ' Kamal Haasan on the Creative Process The actor further said that he wrote this and that character, but Mani Ratnam took it like an idea. It's like telling a joke — you say you like it, but the final punch could be sharper. A Star-Studded Production 'Thug Life' is a collaborative production involving Kamal Haasan's Raaj Kamal Films International, Mani Ratnam's Madras Talkies, along with producers R Mahendran and Siva Ananth. The film brings together a stellar cast from both South Indian cinema and Bollywood. Kamal Haasan stars as Rangaraaya Sakthivel Naicker, supported by prominent actors including Silambarasan TR, Trisha Krishnan , Ashok Selvan, Aishwarya Lekshmi, Joju George, Ali Fazal, Sanya Malhotra, and Rohit Saraf . Direction and Music Mani Ratnam directs the film, with music crafted by AR Rahman. 'Thug Life' is poised to hit theaters worldwide on June 5, 2025. 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 .
Indian Express
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Actor Yash's first photos out as he shoots as Ravana in Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana; films action scene with Mad Max stunt director
KGF actor Yash, set to play the character of Ravana in Nitesh Tiwari's highly-anticipated film Ramayana, has started shooting for the the magnum opus. On Thursday, several pictures from the sets of the film went viral on the internet, in which Yash can be seen understanding an action scene from the legendary Hollywood stunt director Guy Norris – known for Mad Max: Fury Road and The Suicide Squad. The photos also show the actor in his best physical form – ripped, intense, and battle-ready, hinting at a wild transformation for the role of Ravana. Guy Norris is currently in India, choreographing elaborate, high-octane action sequences tailored for the scale of Ramayana, with Yash's character at the centre of the storm. The actor is scheduled to shoot for 60–70 days for Ramayana Part 1. The makers have ensured to make the mythological epic with a world class VFX team and grand sets to bring the story to life. Check out the pictures: Yash is playing the role of Ravana in Ramayana, Ranbir Kapoor will be seen as Lord Ram. He has already completed shooting his portions of the film. It will also see Sunny Deol essaying the role of Hanuman, Rakul Preet Singh as Surpanakha, Lara Dutta as Kaikeyi, Sai Pallavi as Sita, and Ravi Dubey will play the role of Lakshman. ALSO READ | Kunal Kapoor says audience will be surprised to see the scale of Ranbir Kapoor's Ramayana: 'A spectacle on a scale that nobody has seen before' During an interview with The Hollywood Reporter India, Yash had confirmed that he will be playing Ravana in the film and said, 'If the character is treated like a character…if this doesn't happen today, then the film won't happen. To make a film with that kind of budget, you need those kind of actors to come together and work for the project. It has to be beyond yourself and your stardom. We have to place the project and the vision first.' Talking about his character, the actor added, 'It's a very fascinating character. I wouldn't have done it for any other reason. In Ramayana, if you had asked me, 'Would you play any other character?' Probably not. For me, Ravana is the most exciting character to play as an actor so I really like the shades and the nuances of particular character. There's vast scope to present it in a very different way. As an actor, I am very excited. Hopefully, it's going to be a very unique approach to it.' Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, Yash's Monster Mind Creations and producer Namit Malhotra's Prime Focus Studios have partnered on the adaptation of the Indian epic. The film is being made in two instalments. While Ramayana Part 1 is set to hit the theatres on Diwali 2026, and the second part on Diwali 2027.
The Hindu
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Mani Ratnam responds to Anurag Kashyap's criticism of English lyrics in Tamil songs
Veteran filmmaker Mani Ratnam has addressed recent remarks made by director Anurag Kashyap, who criticised the increasing use of English lyrics in Tamil film songs. Kashyap had stated that the trend 'didn't make sense at all', with the rise of bilingual and English-heavy music in South Indian cinema. In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter India, Ratnam responded to the criticism in the context of his upcoming film Thug Life, which includes a track titled 'Sugar Baby' featuring prominent English lyrics. Ratnam said such choices are guided by creative fit rather than a fixed formula. 'You don't go in with rules saying, 'I will do only this,'' he said. 'If it feels right, then you take that step which feels right for you. Why box yourself in with some false grammar?' Ratnam emphasised his long-standing respect for the Tamil language and its literary heritage, noting that many of his past collaborations with composer A.R. Rahman have drawn on Tamil poetry. However, he said there's room for a mix of styles. 'If sometimes you need a 'Sugar Baby' and it feels right, then you go for it,' he added. He also rejected the idea that English lyrics are used simply to appeal to younger audiences. 'That alone doesn't make a product. Just trying to be young and cool is not enough,' Ratnam said. He explained that audiences respond to authenticity, not trends, and that stylistic choices should serve the story and characters. On staying relevant to younger generations, Ratnam compared it to writing about unfamiliar subjects. 'If you have to write a script based on mafia people, you've never been one. But you still write films based on that,' he said. Ratnam is currently promoting Thug Life, which stars Kamal Haasan and features an ensemble cast including Silambarasan, Trisha Krishnan, Aishwarya Lekshmi, and Pankaj Tripathi. The film marks the first collaboration between Ratnam and Haasan since Nayakan in 1987.
Indian Express
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Mani Ratnam responds to Anurag Kashyap's complaints about excessive use of English in Tamil songs: ‘Sometimes you need a Sugar Baby'
Recently, filmmaker Anurag Kashyap made headlines when he criticised the increasing use of English lyrics in Tamil songs. In his words, the trend didn't 'make sense at all.' The comments sparked debate across the industry, especially considering the rise of bilingual and English-heavy tracks in South Indian cinema. Now, legendary director Mani Ratnam, whose four-decade-long career has given Tamil cinema some of its most iconic songs, is addressing those claims. In a conversation with The Hollywood Reporter India, Ratnam offered a thoughtful response, particularly in the context of his upcoming film Thug Life, which features English lyrics in the much-discussed track titled 'Sugar Baby.' 'See, most of my film titles have been in Tamil. But it's not a restrictive thing,' Ratnam said. 'You don't go in with rules saying, 'I will do only this.' I think a medium opens itself up. If it feels right, then you take that step which feels right for you. Why box yourself in with some false grammar?' Emphasising his deep respect for Tamil language and poetry, Ratnam added, 'If you really like Tamil, which I do, I try to use a lot of it. A lot of it goes to… you know, Rehman and I have taken a lot of poetry from Tamil literature to make into songs. So it kind of brings the quality of Tamil, the thought and the content, to a much higher level when you pick it up? You bridge the gap between the two. So you can do that on one hand. And if sometimes you need a 'Sugar Baby' and it feels right, then you go for it. There's no… I mean, there's no one way or the other. As long as you care enough for both.' Also Read | Mani Ratnam threatened to throw people off fourth floor for not following direction, didn't have creative clashes with Kamal Haasan on Thug Life When asked whether English lyrics or titles are used to cater to a younger audience, Ratnam was quick to refute that idea. 'But that alone cannot sell. That alone doesn't make a product. Just trying to be young and cool is not enough. A film will show you who you are when it is finished. So you cannot get away with these false things. That can only help a story if it sets the characters like that, and you have to bring that across.' On how he continues to stay relevant to younger viewers even after four decades in the industry, Ratnam drew a parallel with writing unfamiliar characters. 'If you have to write a script based on mafia people, you've never been one. But you still write films based on that. Similarly, today's youngster, you want to write, you learn, you see, and you write on that. So it's not very difficult. The question is: is your way of thinking, your narrative, relevant? Do they have the attention span for your logic, for your narrative? Now that changes drastically. There may be some kind of jokes I would have said—that are no longer impressive these days. Then they are not going to care for it. So I think, more than knowing, it's your language and your structure that makes a difference.' And if the day comes when he no longer feels relevant? 'If I'm irrelevant, I'll just drop by,' he said with a laugh. 'Like I told you, cinema is not the end of the world. It's something which is fascinating, something that you love to do. And they pay you for it. So it's good.' Ratnam is currently gearing up for the release of Thug Life, starring Kamal Haasan, Silambarasan, Trisha Krishnan, Abhirami, Aishwarya Lekshmi, Ashok Selvan, Joju George, Nassar, Ali Fazal, Pankaj Tripathi, Rohit Saraf, and Baburaj. The film marks a reunion between Haasan and Ratnam, nearly four decades after their iconic collaboration in Nayakan.
