'Neelavaanam': The reverse effect

What is special about Mani Ratnam's 'Kadhal Sadugudu' song from Alaipaiyuthey? Well, he has used the reverse technique in this song which looks brilliant on screen.


 Likewise, in Kamal Haasan's Manmadhan Ambu, director K.S. Ravikumar has used the reverse technique in the breezy 'Neelavaanam' number. 


The song actually narrates Kamal's flashback, i.e. from his marriage to accident. But here, the director has narrated the story from the accident to marriage! Doesn't that sound interesting?


Source: http://telugu.galatta.com/entertainment/telugu/livewire/id/Neelavaanam_The_reverse_effect_45558.html

'Manmadhan Ambu' makes it big

Kamal Haasan's movies kindle the cine-goer's interest no end. They always arrive with a promise of a novel cinematic experience for the audience who are used to having hackneyed stuff shoved down their throats.

'Manmadhan Ambu' is no exception. Produced by Udhayanidhi Stalin and directed by K S Ravikumar, the film has surpassed all the expectations and is declared a blockbuster within just two days of its release.

"In fact it arouses even more interest what with the ace actor penning the story, script, and dialogues for the movie besides essaying a lead role. And it must be said for him that he does not disappoint," says R Balasubramanaiam, who works with a leading software company.

K S Gunasekar, another techie says, "The film turns out to be a marriage of pure craft and commercialism as Kamal's story and screenplay get attractively packaged by its director K S Ravikumar Unlike their previous outings together ('Avvai Shamnugi, Panchathanthiram, Thenali' and 'Dasavatharam'), 'Manmadhan Ambu' refuses to get slotted under one single genre coming as it does with good doses of romance, comedy, action and sentiments."

Source: http://www.indiaglitz.com/channels/tamil/article/62584.html

Manmadhan Ambu Review- Just the right amount of everything

I watched Manmadhan Ambu today, well technically yesterday at 9:30 pm. I was lucky that it was playing in Telugu with the same timing so my parents went to that, while I went to the Tamil one. I picked the Tamil one because obviously, its the original one. Manmadhan Ambu stars Kamal Hassan,Trisha,Madhavan,and Sangeetha in the lead roles. Kamal Hassan has also take up the roles of a writer and a lyricist(5 songs) in this film. With K.S Ravikumar directing it and Devi Sri Prasad handles the music. Last but not least Udhayanidhi Stalin produces the film. Lets see how one of the most hyped Tamil film of the year turned out:


Ambujakshi aka Nisha (Trisha), is an actress and her fiance is an industrialist Madanagopal(Madhavan).He becomes a "Sandeha Prani" , he starts suspecting Ambu because of her career, and that creates a fight between the two,and their wedding stops. 3 years later,Ambu is on a European cruise/holiday with her child hood best friend(Sangeetha),who is a divorcee and has two kids. Meanwhile Madan sends an ex army man Major Rana Mannar(Kamal Hassan), to spy on Ambu to see if she is having an affair of some sort. The rest of the movie is what happens on the holiday and if Ambu and Madhan get back together or not.


Its a breeze for Kamal Hassan, too easy. Madhavan is drunk most of the time(lol), which he did very well in a whole. He looked incredibly young,  though he is 40. He has negative shades to his character.This might be one of Trisha's best films. She scores huge on performance,  matching Kamal Hassan in every scene,with her emotions and dialogue delivery. This is the second time she has dubbed for herself after Aayutha Ezhuthu, it was also nice to hear her voice. She pronounced the Tamil Kavathai words perfectly( thanks to Kamal Hassan), but kudos to her for getting it right! Sangeetha was perfect for her role,one of her best roles too,even though it was a supporting,it was a essential one. Ramesh Arvind, though a small role, you develop a ton of sympathy for his character, same with Urvashi. Caroline was gorgeous,however she had an extremely short role with no dialogue. Kunjan and Manju Pillai were hilarious as Kurup and Manju Kurup! K.S Ravikumar and Devi Sri Prasad had guest appearances. But the one to talk about is Surya's cameo,it was short and sweet ,but left you wanting more, cause it was just too cute. In all a outstanding performance by the whole cast!


My thoughts on the Cast: Trisha was awesome in the acting department but, looks wise she looked dried out. She didn't have that glow she normally has. She looked best in the end,and the beginning. But she still rocked! :) About Surya, I felt that without him the story wouldn't have really started. Im sure that Kamal, could have written the story in a different way, but for this Surya was needed. Because thats what starts the fight between Ambu and Madhan,without Surya there isn't a fight.

Music: First off, Neela Vaanam was just beautiful, everything about it. Before it was a wonderful song, but the picturization just adds to it now. The song has to be watched to understand the charisma of it. Kamal Hassan was definitely the right to choice to sing the song he added life to such a sweet song.  DSP has come out with some classy and decent tunes, which everyone can enjoy.He has done good BGM too. Lyrics are touching and understandable. 





Technical side: The live recording is awesome, its different to hear their actual voices. A very cool experience for the audience as well. The cinematography done by Manush Nandan is a huge asset to the film because it adds emotion,and the film feels breezy and fun. 

Pros:

• Comedy
• Cast
• Soundtrack/Music
• BGM( Background Music)
• Performances 
• Story/Direction
• Lyrics
• Includes Everything 
• Realistic film( except the action sequence in the beginning)
• The song Neela Vaanam as a whole
• Surya's Cameo

Cons:

• Confusing Climax( was hard to understand it cause, it was tongue twisty) 
• Confusing Ending 
• Hard to understand Madhavan and Sangeetha while they were drunk( lol ) 

My thoughts: I felt this movie to be a breezy flick, that can be watched a bunch of times. I really don't think you can get bored with a film like this. Every scene is a surprise and a pleasure to watch. I enjoyed every bit of the movie, loved it :) I also felt that the movie got comical as it neared to the end, because of all that hilarious planning for Ambu and Madhan. Definitely one of my most fav Tamil movies :) Im going to buy the DVD as soon as it comes out, maybe I'll go for Blu-Ray if they get one out. :) 

Trailer: 

The End: The movie zooms in on the traits of honesty and belief, we see that through out the movie.This is a movie for everyone to watch, its a clean family flick with no vulgarity, and its also not a typical K.S Ravikumar film either. Its something different, yet includes everything like comedy,romance,action,emotion,sentiment, etc. Its a all in one deal for the entire family to watch.


Rating: 4/5 ****/*****

Kamal to delete controversial song

Hardly two days after he said that a song in ‘Manmadhan Ambu’, which was opposed by a few organisations, would not be deleted from the movie, Kamal Haasan on Monday said the song would be dropped.

The ace actor however gave an explanation to the decision. “Had the film been produced by my company, I would not have removed the song in the hope that it would be accepted by all,” he said.

In a statement, Kamal added: “To ensure that the film is loved by every section of the society, he and the production company (Udhayanidhi Stalin’s Red Giant Movies) had decided to remove the song.”

He claimed the song, cleared by the Censor board, had been widely welcomed by public. “The song was not, in any way, intended to hurt religious sentiments,” Kamal said. The number, ‘Kannodu Kannai…’ was sung by Kamal himself with actor Trisha.

Source: http://www.indiaglitz.com/channels/tamil/article/62487.html

Manmadhan Ambu gets U certificate

Kamal Haasan's forthcoming venture Manmadhan Ambu, directed by K.S. Ravikumar was censored in Chennai yesterday.  The Censor Board has given a clean 'U' certificate for the film without any cuts. Trisha is teaming up with Kamal Haasan for the first time in their careers. Madhavan and Sangeetha will also play prominent roles in the film.

Music composed by Devi Sri Prasad was released in Singapore recently. The film is produced by Udhayanidhi Stalin under Red Giant Movies banner. Earlier, the film was scheduled to grace theatres on Dec 17. But now the latest buzz is that the film will grace theatres on December 23 or 24.

Source: http://tamil.galatta.com/entertainment/livewire/id/Manmadhan_Ambu_gets_U_certificate_45118.html

Trisha thanks Kamal

Trisha has expressed gratitude to Kamal Haasan, her co-star in ‘Manmadhan Ambu’, for improving her Tamil pronunciation skills to a great extent. “It was only because of Kamal sir I am speaking good Tamil now,” she says.

“Though I am a Chennai girl, my Tamil was not used to be that good. However, Kamal sir asked me to recite a poem in ‘Manmadhan Ambu’, and in that process, I learn Tamil well,” she says.

Describing the ‘Ulaga Nayagan’ a master in all subjects, the actress says, “His knowledge is amazing. He knows everything under the sun and yet he is so simple and down to earth. It was a great learning experience on the sets of Manmadhan Ambu.”

On the film, she says, “it’s a romantic comedy which will be thoroughly enjoyed by the audience. I can’t reveal much about the movie. All that I can say is ‘Manmadhan Ambu’ will be a different experience.”

Source: http://www.indiaglitz.com/channels/tamil/article/61899.html

Manmadhan Ambu Songs!

Manmadhan Ambu Images

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Manmadhan Ambu Trailer :D ( Can't Wait)

'Manmadhan Ambu' gets ready

Director K S Ravikumar has confirmed that the shooting of 'Manmadhan Ambu', the Kamal Haasan-Trisha starrer, is over and post production works of the multi-crore project are currently on.

"We have completed the talkie portion by shooting most scenes on a cruise liner. The movie will be a novel treat to the audience", the captain of the ship says with all confidence.

"The highlight of the story is the script penned by Kamal sir. It is so innovative and filled with comedy, suspense and romance. It was fun working with Madhavan, Trisha and Sangeetha", he further says.

On the producer, Udhayanidhi Stalin, Ravikumar says, "This is the second time I am working for him (the first time was for 'Aadhavan'). His passion for cinema is great and he is ready to spend to present quality entertainers".

Source: http://www.indiaglitz.com/channels/tamil/article/61213.html

'Manmadhan Ambu' First Look

Source: http://www.indiaglitz.com/channels/tamil/article/61202.html

'Manmadhan Ambu’: Status update

After completing the first schedule on a star cruiser in Europe, the ‘Manmadhan Ambu’ unit, which recently started the second schedule in Chennai, is currently busy canning some important scenes in Kodaikanal.

According to sources, scenes involving Madhavan and Trisha are being canned at the hill station, for this film starring Kamal Hassan in the lead role. The entire unit is thoroughly enjoying the work, sources say.

They add: “Known for extracting the best from everyone he is working, director K S Ravikumar, the fast-track hit maker of Tamil cinema, is actively shaping up the film. Both Kamal and Ravi are happy with the way things are coming out.”

Expected to be a romantic laugh riot, ‘Manmadhan Ambu’ is produced by Udhayanidhi Stalin on Red Giant Movies banner. The script is by the Ulaga Nayagan himself while music is by Devi Sri Prasad, who composed the background score for ‘Dasavatharam’.

Source:http://www.indiaglitz.com/channels/tamil/article/59501.html