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India Today
5 days ago
- Automotive
- India Today
Ajith Kumar's car crashes at Italy race, actor helps clean up debris. Watch
Actor and racing enthusiast Ajith Kumar's car crashed at the GT4 European Series, held in Italy. The incident occurred at the Misano track while he was participating in the second round of the GT4 European Series. Despite the collision, Ajith emerged unscathed but had to withdraw from the race. A video shows the actor taking a pause and helping on-ground staff clean up the debris on the mishap unfolded when Ajith's vehicle collided with a stationary car on the track. Fortunately, Ajith did not sustain any injuries. His swift reflexes and experience were instrumental in avoiding what could have been a serious the video: Ajith is currently preparing for the third round at the Spa-Francorchamps circuit in Belgium. Demonstrating his humility, Ajith was seen assisting the cleaning staff at the site of the accident, showcasing his down-to-earth nature. One of the commentators can be heard saying, "Ajith Kumar out of the car, out of the race. It's the first significant bit of a damage we've seen from him this year. He's a fine champ, he goes and helps the marshals clear up all the body. Not many drivers would do that."Out of the race with damage, but still happy to help with the respect, Ajith Kumarhttps:// I #gt4 GT4 European Series (@gt4series) July 20, 2025The 'Vidaamuyarchi' actor entered the racing scene in 2003 and has since made significant strides, notably participating in the Formula 2 Championship in 2010. He has raced in various countries, including Germany and Malaysia, balancing both his acting career and passion for Ajith was honoured with the Padma Bhushan by the Indian government, celebrating his contributions to cinema and motorsport. This accolade is a testament to his multifaceted career and dedication to both fields. He took a break from racing for over a decade and returned with full enthusiasm racing journey began over two decades ago, and he continues to race with the same vigour. His fans admire him not only for his on-screen performances but also for his real-life adventures on the racing the work front, the actor was last seen in 'Good Bad Ugly', directed by Adhik Ravichandran. It is the highest-grossing Tamil film of 2025 as of now. The actor is currently on a break from movies. Reportedly, his upcoming film will also be directed by Adhik Ravichandran.- EndsMust Watch
Time of India
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Adhik Ravichandran confirms his next film with Ajith Kumar after the success of 'Good Bad Ugly': 'It will be a different kind of film'
After delivering a major blockbuster with 'Good Bad Ugly' earlier this year, filmmaker Adhik Ravichandran has now officially confirmed that he will be directing Ajith Kumar 's upcoming project, tentatively titled 'AK64'. Following the success of Good Bad Ugly, which grossed over Rs 150 crore at the box office, fans have been eagerly requesting another collaboration between the actor-director duo. Adhik Opens Up on Second Collaboration with Ajith Ajith Kumar Faces Scary Crash Ahead of Dubai 24 Hours Race Speaking during a recent media interaction, Adhik finally revealed that he is indeed working on his next film with Ajith.'Yes, I'm doing the next film with Ajith Kumar sir. I'm very happy that I've got the opportunity to direct AK64. It will be a different kind of film from Good Bad Ugly and will be a treat for fans,' he added. Ajith Kumar to start shooting for his next movie in November Following the roaring success of 'Vidaamuyarchi' and 'Good Bad Ugly', Ajith Kumar is gearing up for another big-screen appearance. The actor recently shared an update about his filming schedule. In an earlier conversation with The Indian Express, Ajith mentioned his plans to begin shooting later this year. He stated, 'If I can squeeze in a film between the November to February period, I will then have a film release every year, and I can also focus on my racing programme. I will be starting to film a new project in November this year, which will hopefully be released sometime around April or May 2026.' Ajith is currently occupied with his racing commitments, with his most recent events being part of the GT4 European Series and the Creventic Series.
India.com
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
Rs 350 crore went waste, this action thriller was a big flop, but became hit after its release on OTT, film is..., lead actors are...
We often come across several massive projects with a big dream, but what happens when a Rs 350-crore dream turns into a nightmare at the box office? And we are talking about Vidaamuyarchi, starring superstar Ajith Kumar and Trisha Krishnan, a South Indian action-thriller that's rewriting its fate online. Directed by Magizh Thirumeni, Vidaamuyarchi was one of 2025's most anticipated Tamil releases. The film boasted a massive budget of Rs 350 crore. But despite the hype, it crashed at the box office, earning just Rs 81 crore in India and Rs 135.65 crore globally. A commercial disaster, by all measures. Why is Vidaamuyarchi trending now? Despite its theatrical failure, Vidaamuyarchi is now trending on Netflix and climbing streaming charts rapidly. With an IMDb rating of 6.8/10, viewers are now discovering the film's gripping second half, layered performances, and emotional twists that somehow got lost in the big-screen noise. Vidaamuyarchi's Plot The film tells the story of Arun and Kayal, a couple on the verge of divorce who decide to take one last road trip through Azerbaijan. But what begins as a final goodbye turns into a nightmare; they're kidnapped, and a shocking secret turns the entire story upside down. With stunning visuals and a suspense-filled narrative, the climax leaves audiences stunned. The film's resurgence shows a growing trend in South Indian cinema films flopping in theatres, only to thrive on OTT platforms. Whether it's changing audience preferences or the power of convenience, Vidaamuyarchi is proof that a second chance can make all the difference.
The Hindu
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
All eyes on ‘Coolie': Can Rajinikanth and Lokesh Kanagaraj turn things around for Tamil mass cinema in 2025?
The stage is set, but there's palpable tension in the crowd. A crowd-favourite local flavour has faded from the routine. There's chatter where chatter's always famous for — be it about an upcoming romance comedy tackling divorce, or Rathnavelu's return to seek vengeance from Maamannan in a road thriller, or that of a debutant music composer making the waves. But there's silence in the balcony rows. A quiet storm has been brewing in Tamil cinema, and the spotlight bears down on one of the biggest superstars, entering his 50th year in the industry, to rise to the occasion. 'But has there been a dearth of mass films?' you might wonder. Yes, there's a scarcity of good big-star mass flicks. For more than a year and a half, concerns have been raised about the state of big-star mass commercial films and the unreliable hit rate among the superstars, which has led to a disbelief in mass filmmaking. On the one hand, there has been a shift in syntax, with many stars seeing value in breaking out of the mould. A result of redundant formulaic hero vehicles and an apparent shift towards realism has led to a sentiment many seem to echo — 'let's wait until the reviews are out; we have been disappointed enough.' After a promising 2023, in which big stars and smaller diamonds shone bright on the silver screen, Tamil cinema went through a dull patch in 2024. No big-star mass films clicked on both the critical and commercial aspects; only Amaran and Maharaja, attempts far removed from conventional mass, managed to tick the right boxes. And now, the first half of 2025 has painted an even startling image — big stars do not seem to have taken stock of the dip. On one hand, superstars have given in to their itch to experiment, which, though commendable, has added undue stress to successive projects. Earlier this year, superstar Ajith Kumar tried out an off-beat attempt like Vidaamuyarchi— intended to stay away from the formula — and followed it up with Good Bad Ugly — which, while it became a top-grosser, still ended up being 'unconventionally mass,' with an overload of fan-service that couldn't impress the coveted 'common audiences.' Karthik Subbaraj and SU Arun Kumar, too, have shown a lack of inclination towards mass cinema, for good reasons, in these cases. Arun's Veera Dheera Sooran: Part 2, starring Vikram, married inventive screenwriting and immersive scene construction, but critics and audiences were left wondering if the occasional hero-appeasing moments felt rather forced. Retro, while it featured a fantastic Suriya, was a hit-or-miss for the larger audiences; its experimental genre shifts only impressed the critics. Even this year's Maarganand ACE, though helped by good word-of-mouth, weren't intended to serve mass. This has also been the year where smaller nuggets — like Kudumbasthan, Tourist Family, and the excellent Madras Matinee — have found a special place among audiences. The success of Sundar C's 13-year-old Madha Gaja Raja points towards a craving for mass masala among the audiences, reasserting that cinema needs a healthy mix of both familiar comforts, daring assortments, and the occasional Madras Matinee. Which is also why all eyes are now on Rajinikanth's Coolie, which is all set to arrive in theatres with massive fanfare on August 14. Where is the Thalapathy of Tamil cinema? There's another reason one could point a finger at for the poor show in the upper echelons. If there has been one superstar who has repeatedly stuck and reinvented the mass formula in Tamil, it is Vijay. And Tamil cinema is already feeling the pinch of what a post-Vijay scene would feel like (the actor has announced that his next, Jana Nayagan, will be his last). What truly fascinates one is how a Vijay film — whether it is a largely genre-centric actioner like Leoor a mass-inclined entertainer like Varisu — had the ingredients to pull in the audiences. If his rival Ajith juggles extremes, Vijay's range is deliberately focused. A lack of a quintessential Vijay film is what 2025 — and Tamil cinema after 2026 — will miss. Perhaps it's time for Ajith to pull back and reset his range between a Viswasam and a Yennai Arindhaal. One man's loss is another man's blockbuster: Then comes the curious case of Thug Life, the highly panned Kamal Haasan starrer, imbued with misfitted Nayakan deja vu that made fans wonder if it was indeed Mani Ratnam at the helm. The gargantuan fall from the fame of Thug Life inadvertently makes way for Coolie, starring Kamal's contemporary Rajinikanth. With caution in the air, a psychological bias toward mean reversion would come into play, and the initial first-day reviews might benefit from the debacle that Thug Life turned out to be. Lokesh, a storyteller with a knack for mass cinema If all those above reasons should help Coolie, there's a 'minimum guarantee' factor in the Rajinikanth starrer that has single-handedly driven the hype ahead of the release — it's directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, a modern maverick who showed filmmaking flair with Maanagaram and Kaithi, caught the pulse of the modern audiences with Kamal's Vikram and the formation of a cinematic universe, and is inching to better himself after his middling Vijay-starrer Leo. A creator with an unmissable knack for action filmmaking, Lokesh has become the go-to for stars who wish to break the formula in style, and yet somehow make it their own. Cracking a quintessential Rajinikanth film has been quite a challenge for modern filmmakers — only Subbaraj came close to making a Rajinistic film with Petta. If there's one filmmaker who could take a well-calculated swing at this, it's Lokesh. From the word go, everything about Coolie promises a comeback of all that Rajinikanth fans have idolised him for — you can expect sufficient fan-service, the quintessential rising-from-the-ashes character arc, and the superstar at his most stylish self, unleashed against a barrage of villains. With the film also not part of his coveted Lokesh Cinematic Universe, you can expect Coolie to be freer — unburdened by inquisitive fans bringing their own theories to measure, or the narrative constraints of a shared universe. The success of the 'Jailer' formula: What we know about Coolie might make a fan wonder if the film's production banner, Sun Pictures, has looked to recreate the magic of Jailer, Rajinikanth's previous film, helmed by Nelson. Akin to that film, we have multiple A-listers — like Nagarjuna Akkineni, Upendra, Soubin Shahir, and Aamir Khan — teaming up with/against Rajinikanth. There's a 'Monica' for a 'Kaavaala', and if Jailer was unexpectedly violent, you know Coolie would be relentlessly gritty. Tamil cinema needs a 'Thalapathi': Now comes the reveal that has piqued the interest of many. In a recent interview, Lokesh revealed that he had wished for Coolie to be compared with Thalapathi, Rajinikanth's acclaimed gangster film directed by Mani Ratnam. Fans have taken note of how some shots from the promo and the superstar's hairstyle are akin to the 1991 film. While this might make you worry a bit — films cashing in on past glory have been abysmal of late — you can trust Lokesh to do what he did to Vikram, which was a spiritual sequel to Kamal's 1986 film of the same name. Even if that's not the case, Tamil cinema needs a film like Thalapathi. In any case, we need both Thalapathi and Thalaivar to light up these dark, desolate skies.
Economic Times
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
After car racing, Ajith Kumar embarks on a Europe tour with his 'first love'. Watch video
Synopsis Tamil superstar Ajith Kumar, known for his passion for racing, is currently touring Romania and Bulgaria on his motorcycle. This trip, organized by his company AK Moto Ride, reflects his love for motorcycles and exploration. Ajith was last seen in Vidaamuyarchi and Good Bad Ugly, balancing his acting career with his passion for adventure. Ajith Kumar is living his dream as he is on a bike tour in Europe. (Pic credits- @ajithkumar.0fficial) While most stars take a break from films to unwind in luxury, Tamil superstar Ajith Kumar finds peace in speed, grit, and the roar of engines. After setting race tracks ablaze with his passion for car racing, the actor is now living his dream—touring through the picturesque landscapes of Romania and Bulgaria on his motorcycle. This isn't just a holiday; it's the next chapter in his lifelong romance with the he's not transforming into larger-than-life characters on screen, he's clocking miles on international highways or burning rubber on racetracks. In a recent video shared by Ajith's publicist, Suresh Chandra, recently set social media buzzing. The clip features Ajith riding alongside a group of bikers, kicking off what is being described as an 'epic tour' across two of Europe's most scenic nations. Leading the group himself, the actor exudes the same determination and calm charisma he brings to his on-screen roles. — SureshChandraa (@SureshChandraa) This tour is organised by AK Moto Ride, Ajith's own motorcycle touring company. The initiative was launched not just as a business but as a deeply personal project, reflecting his enduring love for motorcycles, the outdoors, and the spirit of exploration. At the time of its launch, Ajith had shared that the company aims to offer curated rides across India and international destinations, with a focus on safety, comfort, and cultural Moto Ride promises high-performance adventure touring superbikes, each maintained to top standards to ensure smooth and reliable journeys. The tours are helmed by experienced guides who not only know the roads but are well-versed in local customs, ensuring that every trip is more than just a ride; it's a the work front, Ajith was last seen in Vidaamuyarchi, directed by Magizh Thirumeni, which also starred Arjun Sarja, Trisha Krishnan, Regina Cassandra, and Arav. He also featured in Adhik Ravichandran's Good Bad Ugly, sharing screen space with a massive ensemble including Trisha, Arjun Das, Sunil, Prabhu, Priya Prakash Varrier, Jackie Shroff, and Shine Tom Chacko, among others.
