Andrea in 'Nanban'

Shankar always ensures that his films get nothing but the best in all aspects. Currently busy shaping up 'Nanban', a remake of Bollywood hit 'Three Idiots', he has roped in Andrea Jeremiah for an important task.

Andrea, if sources are to be believed, will dub for Ileana, who is playing the female lead in the Vijay-Jiiva-Srikanth starrer. Already a popular actress and singer, Andrea takes the avatar of a dubbing artiste in 'Nanban'.

"Shankar felt that Andrea's voice would suit best for Ileana, who is playing a college student in Nanban. So the choosy director approached her for the task and she accepted the offer," say sources.

More than 70 % of 'Nanban' shoot is over and the film may see the light of the day on Deepavali. Music is composed by Harris Jayaraj, who has joined hands with Shankar after 'Anniyan'.

Source: http://www.indiaglitz.com/channels/tamil/article/69750.html

Nanban nearing completion

Shooting for Nanban is going on at breakneck pace at Sun Studios, Chennai. Currently Vijay and Srikanth's scenes are being filmed. Word is that Nanban will be wrapped up by August 5th and post-production will get underway.

Shankar being quite the perfectionist is working very hard to ensure that there are no glitches. Insiders are claiming that the ensemble cast which Shankar and the producers took so much time to finalize have gelled perfectly and the results will be evident on the big screen. If all goes according to plan, Nanban will be a Diwali release.

Source: http://www.behindwoods.com/tamil-movie-news-1/jun-11-02/nanban-vijay-10-06-11.html

No big changes in ‘Nanban’: Shankar

One has to come to a conclusion that ‘Nanban’ will be a faithful remake of ‘Three Idiots’, going by what Shankar has to say about this pet project of him. “We have not made any big changes to the script,” he says. “When we were working for Enthiran near Pune, the shooting had to be canceled for some unavoidable reasons. So we watched Three Idiots at a nearby theatre,” says Shankar, recalling how the seed was sown. He adds: “The script pulled me towards it like a magnet and I was thoroughly impressed watching the movie. Immediately I thought of acquiring the remake rights. Later I myself decided to direct it in Tamil.” Shankar, who feels that the original script itself was too good, says, “So we didn’t make any big changes, but for some minor alterations. Moreover, there would be a general tendency among the audience to compare both the versions if there are many changes.” Source: http://www.indiaglitz.com/channels/tamil/article/65703.html

Multilingual song in 'Nanban'

Language has no barriers, they say. Proving this now is Harris Jayaraj and Madan Karky, who have come out with a song that will have lyrics in more than 10 different languages.

The music composer-lyricist duo is doing this experiement for Vijay-Jiiva-Srikanth starrer 'Nanban', a remake of Bollywood blockbuster 'Three Idiots' and directed by Shankar.

"The song features words from 15 different world languages. Director Shankar and Harris have always encouraged me to experiment with lyrics in their projects. A big thanks to them," says the son of 'Kaviperarasu' Vairamuthu.

On his part, Harris says, "Madan Karky has done a tremendous job by using more than 10 languages in one song. Very interesting and applaudable job indeed." The number is crooned by Vijay Prakash and is said to be one of the highlights of 'Nanban'.

Source: http://www.indiaglitz.com/channels/tamil/article/65478.html

Srikanth’s career is on the upward swing

Srikanth who is currently shooting for Shankar’s Nanban has landed on a promising project. It is innovatively titled, Ethiri En 3. The director is debutant, Ramkumar. The actor is very excited about his role in the film which he is positive will win him a lot of critical as well as popular acclaim.

The film is going to be a commercial one but without the same old ingredients. The subject matter will be shot with a fresh approach that will definitely be much appreciated. Srikanth says he has been waiting for a script like this throughout his career and is pleased to be a part of this project.

Source: http://www.behindwoods.com/tamil-movie-news-1/mar-11-03/srikanth-nanben-17-03-11.html

New addition in Shankar's Nanban!

Tamil remake of the blockbuster Three Idiots, directed by Shankar and titled Nanban, is already on he floors now what with the first schedule of the shooting just wrapped up in Ooty. Meanwhile, Shankar seems to be adding up to the cast list. Last heard, Raghava Lawrence will be a part of Nanban in a role that was earlier offered to Prasanna. Prasanna could not honor the offer as he is busy with his other commitments.

Originally adapted in Hindi from Chetan Bhagat’s bestselling novel, Five Point Someone, Nanban has Vijay, S J Suryaah, Jiiva and Srikanth playing prominent roles with Ileyana and Anuya playing the female leads.

Source: http://www.behindwoods.com/tamil-movie-news-1/feb-11-02/shankar-nanban-12-02-11.html

S.J.Suryah and Jiiva in Nanban shooting pics

Here is a pic of the shooting of S.J. Suryah's Cameo in Nanban :))

Here is a pic of Actor Jiiva during the shooting of Nanban

Gotten from : Tamil Film Update 

Who plays what in 3 Idiots remake?

Everyone is eager to know about who plays what role in the Tamil remake of 3 Idiots which has been named 'Nanban'. According to sources, Vijay will play the main lead, which, of course, goes without saying. Jiiva will essay the role of Sharman Joshi and is super excited about it. The role played by Madhavan will be done by Srikanth.

The powerful role of Boman Irani has gone to Sathyaraj while Sathyan will be stepping into Omi Vaidhya’s shoes. Director-actor SJ Suryah will make a cameo in Nanban and play Javed Jefri’s character. Ileana is the leading lady and Anuya play her sister in the film.

Source:http://behindwoods.com/tamil-movie-news-1/feb-11-01/3-idiots-nanban-02-02-11.html

Suriya to tell his side of ‘Nanban’ story

The dust has finally settled and ‘3 Idiots’ remake ‘Nanban’ has started shooting in Ooty. But the bad publicity the whole episode generated has hurt Suriya the most. Although there were some cold allegations leveled against Suriya for exiting ‘Nanban’, sources close to say Suriya is not to be blamed.
 
They say the charges against Suriya that he wanted an exorbitant salary and also the Telugu rights are not true. Suriya was unable to commit for ‘Nanban’ because he had ‘7am Arivu’ and ‘Maatran’ as priority films only because they were already launched. There is also a weird story doing rounds that Vijay wanted to get back on the project and so his best friend Suriya chose to leave.
 
To clear the air and settle things once for all Suriya is expected to call for a media briefing soon and explain his side of the story.


Source: http://www.indiaglitz.com/channels/tamil/article/63562.html

Official: ‘3 Idiots’ is ‘Nanban’. Vijay is Aamir Khan

Putting all assumptions, premonitions and the ifs and buts over the Tamil remake of ‘3 Idiots’ the producers of the film Gemini Film Circuit has released a statement confirming their mega venture is titled ‘Nanban’, it will be directed by Shankar and star Vijay, Jeeva and Srikanth in Aamir Khan, Madhavan and Sharman Joshi roles respectively.

The jumbo endeavor will have popular Tollywood heroine Ileana playing Kareena Kappor in Tamil. Other pivotal roles are played by Sathyaraj and Sathyan. Director SJ Suryah, Actress Anuya and Ajay Rathinam will make special appearances.

Scenes involving Jeeva, Srikanth, Sathyaraj, Sathyan and SJ Suryah are being shot in Ooty for the next ten days. Ilaya Thalapathi Vijay will join the team from February 25 for his portions.

Other important credits in the technical side are: Cinematography by Manoj Paramahamsa, Music by Harris Jayaraj, Lyrics by Na Muthukumar, Art by Muthuraj, Editing by Anthony, Dialogues by Shankar and Madan Karky.

Gemini Film Circuit is an acclaimed production house with blockbusters like Kamal Haasan’s ‘Vasoolraja MBBS’ and Dhanush’s ‘Kutty’ in its kitty.  It also successfully distributed Rajinikanth's ‘Endhiran’ in Tamil Nadu, North India and Overseas and also Kamal Haasan’s ‘Manmadhan Ambu’ in Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh and Overseas.

So get ready to welcome the ‘3 Idiots’… sorry… 3 FRIENDS.

Source: http://www.indiaglitz.com/channels/tamil/article/63518.html