It was a day of grand audio launches. The audio launch of the Cheran - Sneha starrer ‘Pirivom Sandhippom’ took place at the Sathyam Complex, in conjunction with the audio launch of actor Vadivelu’s second release as a hero “Indralogathil Naa Azhagappam”.

Ilayathalapathy Vijay was the centre of attraction at the audio launch of “Pirivom Sandhippom” as he launched the audio of the movie in grand style in the presence of well known celebrities like Actor-Director Prabudeva, Actor Madhavan, Actor Parthiban, Vidyasagar, Cheran, Sneha, Rama Narayanan, Abhirami Ramanathan and many others.

Vijay was at his stunning best at the function, looking dashing and handsome. The ‘Azhagiya Tamizh Magan’ hangover was very much evident in his looks. Vijay spoke about his experiences acting under Cheran’s direction for a few days in ‘Pudhiya Geethai’. Cheran also said that he was to do a movie with Vijay and that the movie was also titled ‘Pokisham’ but for some reasons, the movie did not take off. Cheran also said that he was keen on directing a movie with Vijay which would show Vijay in a different light. Vijay also made a surprise appearence at the launch of Vadivelu’s movie “Indralogathil Naa Azhagappan” where he shared the Dias along with Actor Surya, Silambarasan, KS Ravikumar and other celebrities who were invited for the launch of that movie.

Illaya Thalapathy Vijay is so devout that he visits Punitha Anthoniar Temple located in Chennai Parry’s Corner on every first Tuesday of each month. He also makes it a point to go to Velankanni after the release of each of his films.

You might wonder how the popular star could go to such a place where thousands of people gather without getting noticed. His security personals reveal that he visits there during mid night with the cooperation of the temple authorities.

After watching ‘Billa’ with his family, Vijay was all commend for Ajith.The hostility between Vijay and Ajith is a thing of the past. The two are now on very friendly terms, dining with each other, and praising each other that their friendship is winning the respect of Kollywood.’Billa’ has won a name for the way it has been made and a host of stars including Jeeva and Ramesh turned up for the opening at Chennai’s Inox theatre.

Ajith arranged a special show of ‘Billa’ at Four Frames preview theater for his close friends. Vijay and his wife Sangeetha, Surya and Karthi attended the show.After the film, Vijay hugged and complimented Ajith as well as lavished praise on director Vishnuvardhan.After the screening, Ajith hosted a dinner at a well-known 5 star hotel. Ajith’s friendliness to stars and fans of late has been much respected and well received.

Malaysia! Till recently, we only saw the attractive face of Malaysia. After the terrible way the govt has been treating the Indians settled there, we now see its bad side too.
But for Tamil film people, Malayasia is lucky. S Ve Shekar filmed his ‘Vegam’ completely in Malaysia. Then ‘Billa’ was also shot entirely in Malaysia. After Ajith, it is Vijay’s film ‘Kuruvi’ that is to be shot there. Along with director Dharani, Vijay and Trisha will go to Malaysia.
Since the ‘Kuruvi’ story takes place in Tamilnadu, why are they going to Malaysia? For shooting a song sequence, of course! After celebrating New Year here, the ‘Kuruvi’ team will go to Malaysia.

Veering away from commercial films, Vijay has been encouraged to do meaningful roles. While most top heroes in Tamil waver to do pragmatic roles , nowadays many directors themselves turn heroes. Ilaya Dalapathi has announced that he is ready to give it a go.

When talking at a function in Chennai, Vijay said, “Cheran is a wonderful director. In ‘Pudhiya Geethai’ I acted for 4 days under his directorial supervision. He has the talent of getting the best out of an actor. I want to do a full length film under his direction, but he seems to have turned into an actor himself.”

In response, Cheran said he’s ready to fulfill Vijay’s wish. “Vijay is to have acted in ‘Pokkisham.’ It was I who did not make use of the call sheet he gave. If I get another prospect, I would love to direct Vijay in a different kind of role,” said Cheran and Vijay nodded his head in assent. Following this, Vijay has decided to check out stories with Cheran. So get ready to see Vijay in a film directed by Cheran, in the near future.

When Ilaiyathalapathy joined hands with the actor-director Prabhu Deva, they brought out the super hit Pokkiri. The movie was the remake of Prabhu Deva’s Telugu Pokiri, which was also a big hit. And now, the director is busy making the same in Hindi with Salman Khan in the lead. Looks like he’s trying to make the best of a winning script.

Well, if the movie scrape in much moolah and rave reviews again, what will Prabhudeva do next? It happens quite often that when a non-Bollywood person makes a mark in Bollywood, their return to home ground will be delayed, till they meet a rough patch there. So will the South lose a talented director if the Hindi Pokkiri strikes the right chords?

No way! Our man is all set to return home and make another Tamil flick with Vijay in the lead! Once he’s capitalized on the winning script, he’s ready to see if his winning combination with Vijay will work for him again! Now, add to this combo Vadivelu–it’s already giving Vijay fans are to get excited!

It’s a nice experience for me to work with Vijay. Since Kuruvi is my first production, he taught me many things. He is simple, delightful and friendly, says Udayanidhi Stalin, grandson of Chief Minister M Karunanidhi, who is making his foray as a producer in Kuruvi.
Heaping praise on the actor, Udyanidhi says, ‘when I approached with the idea, he immediately gave his consent. But this was before two years. I had to wait till 2007 to start the works, as he is busy with prior commitments. It’s my enjoyment to work with him.’
On Kuruvi, the proud owner of Red Giant banner says, ‘Vijay and director Dharani proved themselves succesful in Ghilli. We just want to repeat the magic. The script is interesting, attractive and racy. Hope everything will come out well.’

Hero Vijay is now busy with his latest film ‘Kuruvi’. After watching the rushes, Vijay has donned the role of a censor. He has optional some cuts. Most of them pertain to his action scenes. Vijay feels that some scenes are too dreamlike, even for his die-hard fans.
Hence he wants some of the actions scenes to be either chopped or toned down. Just goes to show that Vijay has his ears pressed firmly to the ground. In an age when heroes want bigger and bigger fights and stunts, Vijay seems to hold a absolutely opposite view, very sensible, but grounded in reality!

It was a eye contagious moment when Nayanthara received the prominent Matrubhoomi award (Best Actress) for E along with Ilayathalapathy Vijay (Best Actor) for Pokkiri and Prabhu Deva (Best Director).

Ilayathalapathy Vijay, glamour queen of south India Nayanthara, Malayalam Megastar`s Mammootty and Mohanlalon the same stage received the prominent Mathrubhumi film awards!.

`Mathrubhumi`, a leading Malayalam daily and one of the best known newspapers in the country, had from this year started an award for Tamil films. Nearly 37,000 peopleturned up at the open air Marine Drive in Kochi, to see mainly Vijay get the best actor and Nayanthara the best actress awards for Pokkiri and E respectively.

Movie Review:Azhagiya Tamil Magan
Rating: 3.25/5
Production: Swagachitra Appachan
Cast: Vijay, Shriya, Namitha , Sayaji Shinde, Ashish Vidyarthi, Sriman, Ganja Karuppu,
Direction: Barathan
Music: A.R. Rahman
Producer: Appachan
Released on 08/11/2007

The Vijay starrer ‘Azhagiya Tamil Magan’ has the hero essaying dual roles with style and elegance. The director utilizes Vijay’s enthusiasm and charm to the fullest.

Story:
Guru (Vijay) is an athlete. He falls in love with the heroine Abhinaya (Shreya). And the parents on both sides readily agree to their marriage (surprise). Vijay suddenly gets supernatural powers whereby he can see the future of people in front of him. Guru sees something bad about Shreya and leaves her and goes to Mumbai.
In Mumbai, he comes across Prasad (Vijay) a look alike of Guru. Prasad is a mean and cunning moneylender. The wily Prasad assumes the role of Guru and tries to trap Shreya. The rest of the story is about how the good and noble Guru manages to save Shreya from the evil designs of Prasad.

Performance:
Vijay in a dual role comes out with another brilliant performance. He has both grace and style to carry the film on his shoulders. Vijay as the evil moneylender also comes up with an impressive show. Shreya is beautiful and carries her role wit conviction. Sayaji Shinde and Ashish Vidyarthi’s roles are not properly etched. Namitha sizzles in her brief role. Santhanam as Guru’s friend raises some laughter with his comedy.The music by A R Rahman is good and the two songs Munnal Vada” and “Ponmagal Vandal” have been choreographed beautifully.