Telugu star Nani, who is busy promoting Hit: The Third Case, weighed in on Salman Khan’s recent remark about South fans. Around the release of Sikandar, the Bollywood superstar claimed that Hindi films, despite the biggest actors, don’t get much reception down south. Nani asserted that movie buffs in the south have grown up watching Hindi movies, whereas the popularity of regional movies is a recent phenomenon. Nani on Salman Khan’s comment In an interview with DNA, Nani shared, “Hindi cinema is original, South cinema came later. The love that South cinema is receiving now is a recent phenomenon. But the love that Bollywood has received in the South has been there for decades. If you ask anyone there, ‘What is your favourite Hindi film?’, they’ll have childhood memories of Amitabh Bachchan. They will talk about so many films. So we always watched (Hindi) films. Kuch Kuch Hota Hai and Dil Toh Pagal Hai were blockbusters in Hyderabad and other southern states. Everyone is now lapping South, but Hindi cinema is always lapped up across the country.” What Salman Khan said about South fans Salman claimed, “When my film is released there, it will not get the numbers because their fan following is very strong. I’ll be on the street, and they will say, ‘Bhai, Bhai’, but they will not go to the theatres. We’ve accepted them (south stars) here, and their films do well because we go and see them, like those of Rajinikanth garu, Chiranjeevi garu, Suriya, or Ram Charan. But their fans do not go and see our films.” Reacting to Khan’s comment, Nani stated, “Nahi-nahi, waha nahi chale? Bina chale kaise superstar ban gaye? 100 per cent chalti hai, and we all love him. We all watched so many films of Salman. Movies like Hum Aapke Hain Kaun have cultural importance there. Didi Tera Dewar Deewana and other songs we used to play at our wedding.” Meanwhile, HIT: The Third Case sees Nani in the role of SP Arjun Sarkaar, as he graduates from his cameo in the second part of the franchise to a full-fledged lead role. It is set to release in cinemas on May 1.
29 April,2025 03:02 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentActor Vijay Deverakonda attended a press meet on Sunday for Suriya’s film Retro in Hyderabad. At the event, the Liger star recalled feeling enraged after watching Vicky Kaushal’s Chhaava, specifically the brutality shown at the hands of Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb, played by Akshaye Khanna. Vijay shared that if he could go back in time, he’d surely give the ruthless ruler 2-3 tight slaps. Vijay Deverakonda felt enraged after watching Chhaava When Suma, the host of the event, asked Vijay if he wanted to go back in time to meet someone, the actor replied, “I want to meet the British and give them two tight slaps. I recently watched Chhaava, and it enraged me. I’d probably take the opportunity to give Aurangzeb two to three tight slaps also. I want to meet so many others like that, just to hit them. Right now, it’s all I can think of.” "I feel like beating Aurangzeb...If I get a chance to go back in time,I would like to meet Aurangzeb and beat him up.What Aurangzeb did to India can never be forgotten"~Vijay DeverakondaNo Bollywoodiya has the courage to say thisLove you VD 🫶 pic.twitter.com/btUKKwkvRW — Sunanda Roy 👑 (@SaffronSunanda) April 27, 2025 Directed by Laxman Utekar, Chhaava narrates the inspiring life story of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj. It depicts the courageous Maratha ruler's legendary reign, beginning with his coronation in 1681. The film was released in cinemas on February 14 and quickly gained momentum at the box office. Suriya, Karthik Subbaraj's Retro to release on May 1 Retro boasts a stellar cast, including Pooja Hegde, Jayaram, Joju George, Karunakaran, Nassar, and Prakash Raj. Shriya Saran is also making a special cameo. The teaser opens in the picturesque ghats of Varanasi, showing a beautiful moment between Suriya and Pooja Hegde's characters. In the scene, Pooja ties a sacred thread on Suriya's wrist as he pledges to leave behind a violent past and embrace love. Vijay Deverakonda’s work front Vijay Deverakonda is currently making waves with his upcoming film Kingdom (Samrajya). The teaser has been released, presenting the actor in a never-before-seen avatar. In Gowtam Tinnanuri's directorial, he radiates sheer ruggedness, power, and untamed energy. He is an unstoppable force, blazing with intensity and destined for greatness. Written and directed by Gowtam Tinnanuri, the film has music by Anirudh Ravichander. It is being produced by Naga Vamsi S and Sai Soujanya under Sithara Entertainments and Fortune 4 Cinemas Banners, respectively. The film is to be presented by Srikara Studios.
29 April,2025 01:16 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentThere's great news for the fans of the 'Baahubali' franchise as the makers have decided to re-release the first part. Producer Shobu Yarlagadda, whose firm Arka Media produced the popular blockbuster directed by SS Rajamouli, took to Instagram to make the announcement. Baahubali- The Beginning set for an epic re-release "And on this special day, I am thrilled to inform you all that we are planning an Indian and international re-release of @BaahubaliMovie in October this year. It won't just be a re-release, it will be a year of celebration for our beloved fans! Expect nostalgia, new reveals, and a few epic surprises along the way. Stay tuned! #ReliveTheEpic! #BaahubaliReturns," Shobu wrote. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Arka MediaWorks (@arkamediaworks_official) The film will be re-released in October; however, the exact release date in October is yet to be finalised. The film starred Prabhas, Rana Daggubati, Anushka Shetty, Tamanna Bhatia and Ramya Krishnan in prominent roles. The big-budget period film was over three years in the making, and a massive set was created at Ramoji Film City, Hyderabad. The film will be completing 10 years of release in July this year. The movie was awarded the 'National Award for the Best Feature film', in the year 2016 and director Rajamouli received the 'Filmfare Best Director-Telugu Award'. After waiting for two years, the makers released 'Baahubali: The Conclusion' in 2017, which was also a major hit. About SS Rajamouli's next with Mahesh Babu After the success of Baahubali, filmmaker SS Rajamouli went on to make RRR, which received global acclaim. The Junior NTR and Ram Charan-starrer also won an Oscar for its music. The film was screened in multiple countries and won several global honours. Now, Rajamouli is working on a film with actor Mahesh Babu, tentatively being referred to as SSMB29. A considerable portion of the film, which is being made on a lavish budget, was shot at Odisha. The film, apart from Mahesh Babu, features Priyanka Chopra and Prithviraj Sukumaran among others. The film, an action adventure with some amount of history and mythology, is expected to be released in 2027
29 April,2025 09:05 AM IST | Hyderabad (Telangana) | mid-day online correspondentDays after the Pahalgam terror attack, Tamil superstar Actor Ajith condemned it and expressed his sadness over the matter and the lives that were lost. The attack resulted in the deaths of 26 people, mostly tourists, in the scenic Baisaran Valley of Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag district. Ajith Kumar reacts to Pahalgam terror attack Ajith expressed his hope that such incidents would not recur and urged people to learn to empathise with one another. "My heart goes out to all the families, and I hope and pray that such things don't happen. I'm sure the government is doing the best that they can. Let's just keep our fingers crossed and pray that somewhere over a period of time, we all learn to empathise with one another and then keep all our differences aside and live as a peaceful society," Ajith told ANI. The 'Vedalam' actor also paid tribute to the bravery and sacrifices of the armed forces, who work tirelessly to protect the nation. "I met a lot of people from the armed forces today (Monday). I want to let them all know that we salute them for their sacrifices. They work very hard so that we are able to sleep peacefully. My heart goes out to them, and I wish them and their families a beautiful life. They're working so tirelessly to safeguard our borders, and I think at least in their honour we should, within our country, learn to respect each other and respect every religion, every caste and let's not fight at least within ourselves in india. Let us be one peaceful society," said Ajith as he urged peace and unity in the country. About the Pahalgam terror attack On April 22, a deadly terror attack on the tourists claimed around 26 lives in the Baisaran Valley of the Indian-administered Jammu and Kashmir region. The terrorists reportedly segregated the tourists based on their faith and shot them dead after finding out their religion. The terrorist outfit, The Resistance Front (TRF) has claimed responsibility for the attack. TRF is an off-shoot of the Pakistan-based terrorist group Lashkar-e-Taiba and came into existence following the historic abrogation of Article 370 in the valley. In the wake of the incident, the Central government has decided to hold the Indus Waters Treaty of 1960 in abeyance until Pakistan credibly and irrevocably abjures its support for cross-border terrorism and has closed the integrated Attari check post. The Central government has also revoked all categories of visas issued to Pakistani citizens, except long-term visas, diplomatic and official visas, with immediate effect from April 27. (with inputs from ANI)
29 April,2025 08:36 AM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentAce filmmaker Shaji N. Karun passed away at his home in Thiruvananthapuram on Monday. He was ailing for a while after being diagnosed with cancer. Karun was a cinematographer, producer and director all moulded into one, which eventually made him the highly respected elder film statesman from Kerala. The 73-year-old acclaimed cinematographer was later known for his directorial skills, which won him both national and international awards. He has cranked the camera for 40 films, which include towering directors like G. Aravindan, K.G. George, and M.T. Vasudevan Nair, to name a few. Later, he began directing, and of the seven films he directed, three of them won national awards and not to mention international awards too. Mammootty and Mohanlal remember Shaji N Karun Both the big Ms of Malayalam cinema owe it to Karun for giving them one of their most memorable characters. Mohanlal shared a heartfelt tribute on social media,“The one who brought Malayalam cinema to the pinnacle of world cinema, the one whom every Malayali embraced with pride, Shaji N Karun sir has left us". Mohanlal recalled his collaborations with Shaji N Karun in films like Neram Pularumbol, Panchagni, and Onnamoothal Poojyam Vare, where his roles were brief but significant. Shaji served as the cinematographer for all three films and later directed Vanaprastham, a milestone in Mohanlal’s career. "A filmmaker who made us truly experience what it means to 'compose poetry with the camera'," Mohanlal said recalling them visiting Cannes with their film Vanaprastham. Mohanlal’s performance in 'Vanaprastham' earned him both the National Film Award and the Kerala State Film Award for Best Actor in 1999. The film remains a defining moment for both actor and director. Mammootty also paid his respects on social media, sharing a photo of Shaji N Karun along with the message, "Heartfelt tributes to dear Shaji."Mammootty had collaborated with Shaji in 'Kutty Srank', a film that went on to win the National Award for Best Feature Film in 2010. Tributes pour in for Shaji N Karun Condolences have started pouring in from several quarters. Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan was among the first to pay a heartfelt tribute. He wrote on X, "A defining era in Indian Cinema comes to an end with the passing of Shaji N. Karun. His remarkable contributions as a cinematographer, filmmaker, and policymaker refined and enriched our cinematic culture, elevating our cinema to the global stage. A creative voice who remained steadfast in his progressive convictions, Shaji N. Karun leaves behind a glorious legacy. Heartfelt tributes." A defining era in Indian Cinema comes to an end with the passing of Shaji N. Karun. His remarkable contributions as a cinematographer, filmmaker, and policymaker refined and enriched our cinematic culture, elevating our cinema to the global stage. A creative voice who remained… pic.twitter.com/QC4Fvb5eGl — Pinarayi Vijayan (@pinarayivijayan) April 28, 2025 He was also an able administrator, as he was the first chairman of the Kerala State Chalachitra Academy and was the live wire during the now popular International Film Festival of Kerala. Karun was presently the chairman of the Kerala State Film Development Corporation. Today, we bid farewell to Shaji N. Karun, a pioneer, a dreamer, and a mentor — The first Chairman of Kerala State Chalachitra Academy, and the guiding spirit of IFFK.Your journey from ‘Piravi’ to the stars will forever illuminate our hearts. pic.twitter.com/3IdEOXscLi — International Film Festival of Kerala (@iffklive) April 28, 2025 We are deeply saddened by the passing away of cinematographer, filmmaker and longtime guide of the NFDC-National Film Archive of India, #ShajiKarun. With an extraordinary filmography as a cinematographer and filmmaker, he began his filmmaking journey as a student of FTII pic.twitter.com/HTFgpe3TVO — NFDC-National Film Archive of India (@NFAIOfficial) April 28, 2025 About Shaji N Karun Though born in Kollam, he was settled in the state capital city. After his graduation, he joined the prestigious Pune Film Institute in 1971 to learn cinematography. In his long career, he has bagged seven national awards, which include three best film awards (Piravi, Vanaprasatham and Kutty Srank). It was in 1977 that he won the first of the eight Kerala State Film Awards for the best cinematographer in the film ‘Kanchana Sita’. In 1979, Karun won his first national award for camera work in the black and white film ‘Thampu’. He was also decorated with the Padma Shri for his contribution to films. At the Cannes Film Festival in 1989, Shaji’s film ‘Piravi’, which he produced and directed, won a Special Mention, and in 1994, he did one shade better when his film ‘Swaham’ won the best film award. His films have also bagged honours at the London Film Festival, Chicago International Film Festival and several others. Incidentally, it was just earlier this month that he was presented the most prestigious J.C. Daniel Award for his outstanding contribution to Malayalam films. Shaji N. Karun is survived by his wife and two sons, and he will be given a state funeral to be held here on Tuesday. (with inputs from IANS)
29 April,2025 08:12 AM IST | Thiruvananthapuram | mid-day online correspondentMalayalam rapper and songwriter Vedan, along with eight others, was arrested today after ganja was seized from his Tripunithura flat. Reportedly, based on a tip-off, Hill Palace police carried out a raid at the apartment where eight people, along with the singer, were present. During their raid at the house, they found and seized six grams of ganja. Vedan was arrested for possession of Ganja As per PTI, a police officer involved in the raid shared, "It is a place where Vedan and his colleagues used to come to practice. During the interrogation, he admitted that he consumed ganja." Besides the drugs, police also found cash amounting to Rs 9.50 lakh, which was also seized along with the mobile phones of all the accused. As per the news agency, the singer has claimed that the money found at the residence was remuneration received for their music show. Hailing from the neighbouring Thrissur district, the musician's original name is Hirandas Murali. It has been claimed that all nine accused under the possession of ganja would undergo health examinations and other procedures soon, as per the police. The arrested individuals would be released on station bail later. A probe will be launched to investigate the source of the seized contraband, police added. Vedan used to campaign against the drug menace Interestingly, Vedan is quite popular among youngsters and has a massive fan following. It is surprising that he has been arrested in a drug case, considering he used to campaign against the drug menace during his music shows. Other similar cases This incident happened just a day after three persons, including noted Malayalam directors Khalid Rahman and Ashraf Hamsa, known for several notable movies, were arrested by Excise with hybrid ganja from a flat in Kochi in the early hours of Sunday. A total of 1.63 grams of hybrid ganja was seized from them, and the trio were released on station bail later. Recently, actor Shine Tom Chacko was also arrested in a drug case after escaping from a hotel during a raid. Ganja (which refers to cannabis, specifically the flowering or fruiting tops of the cannabis plant) is banned for recreational use in India under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, 1985.
28 April,2025 07:50 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentBhojpuri singer Neha Singh Rathore was booked on sedition charges for her post after the Pahalgam terror attack. After the horrifying incident, Neha put out a post in which she allegedly attacked the ruling government, saying the Pahalgam incident happened because of the intelligence and security failure on the part of the ruling dispensation. The case was filed after a Pakistani X handle reported her video in which she claimed that PM Modi will now seek votes in Bihar in the name of the Pahalgam attack, similar to what he did in 2019 after the Pulwama attack, which claimed the lives of 40 CRPF jawans. FIR against Bhojpuri singer Neha Singh Now, as per reports, the FIR registered against Neha claims that her "anti-national" statements are going viral in Pakistan and that she is getting praise from the neighbouring country for attacking the Modi government. "All these anti-national statements of Neha Singh Rathore are being used against India in the Pakistani media," it added. Bhojpuri singer Neha Singh’s video "What should I question the government about? Issues of education and health are no longer relevant. People are being killed despite the politics of nationalism, and Hindu-Muslim politics is at its peak in the country," Neha said in her video message and later went on to attack PM Modi, adding, "Should I question Mohammad Ali Jinnah?" Later in the video, she accused Modi of seeking votes in the name of the Pahalgam horror, "just like after the Pulwama attack." About the Pahalgam terror attack The deadly terror attack on the tourists claimed at least 26 lives including a local, who fought the terrorists, and tried to snatch their gun, when he was shot at. The terrorist segregated the tourists based on their faith, and shot them after finding out their religion. The terrorist outfit, The Resistance Front (TRF) has claimed responsibility for the attack. TRF is an off-shoot of the Pakistan based terrorist group Lashkar-e-Taiba, and came into existence following the historic abrogation of Article 370 in Kashmir, which granted a special status to the Indian state, which is now a union territory. According to reports, two to three terrorists wearing army fatigues opened fire on horse-riding tourists in the Baisaran area around 2:30 p.m. Five terrorists — including three Pakistani nationals and two residents of Jammu and Kashmir — have been identified as the perpetrators of the horrific attack, which is being described as the worst terror strike to hit the region in nearly two decades. (with inputs from IANS)
28 April,2025 07:10 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentWhen Chaitanya Akkineni and Samantha Ruth Prabhu separated and got divorced they seemingly decided on co-parenting their pet dog Hash. Their dog often makes it to their Instagram feed. Recently, Naga Chaitanya took to his social media handle to share pictures of how he and his wife Sobhita are spending their Sunday with Hash. Weekend vibes with Hash Naga Chaitanya is enjoying his weekend vibes, as the actor gave fans a glimpse of how he is spending his Sunday with his wife, Sobhita Dhulipala, and their adorable pet dog, Hash. Taking to his Instagram account, the actor gave a sneak peek into his relaxed Sunday. The pictures showed adorable moments with his dog, Hash, while Sobhita Dhulipala was seen relaxing beside him.The caption read, "Sunday everything's," showing how much he enjoys these calm moments. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Chay Akkineni (@chayakkineni) Naga Chaitanya and Sobhita Dhulipala got married on December 4 last year. The ceremony was held at the iconic Annapurna Studios in Hyderabad in the presence of close friends and family members. Naga Chaitanya and Samantha Naga Chaitanya was previously married to actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu. They announced their separation on social media in a joint statement in October 2021. Recently, while promoting his film 'Thandel' he addressed his divorce and said that he and his ex-wife have moved on in life.Naga Chaitanya was talking on Raw Talks With VK podcast when he addressed the topic of his much-discussed divorce. "We wanted to go our own ways. For our own reasons, we have taken this decision and we respect each other. We are moving on in our lives, in our own way. What more explanation is needed, I don’t understand. I’m hoping the audience and media will respect that. We have asked for privacy. Please respect us and give us privacy on this matter. But, unfortunately, it is a headline. It became a topic or gossip. It became entertainment." Naga Chaitanya added, “I’ve moved on with so much grace. She has moved on with so much grace. We are leading our own lives. I have found love again. I am so happy and we have so much respect for each other." Naga Chaitanya's work front Meanwhile, on the work front, the actor was last seen in Thandel, which also stars actress Sai Pallavi. The story of Thandel revolves around the experience of fishermen who accidentally drift into Pakistani waters during one of their trips. Produced by Bunny Vasu under the prestigious Geetha Arts banner, with Allu Aravind presenting it, Thandel marks Naga Chaitanya and Sai Pallavi's second on-screen project, following their hit film Love Story. The film was released on February 7.
28 April,2025 03:03 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentTelugu star Nani and noted filmmaker SS Rajamouli first worked together in the hit film Eega. Years later, it seems like the two will be reuniting. The RRR director graced the pre-released event of Nani's upcoming film 'Hit: The Third Case' where he made a major announcement regarding his dream project, the 'Mahabharatham'. Director SS Rajamouli has often expressed a desire to make a 10-part franchise on one of the greatest epics of all time. At the pre-release event of Hit: The Third Case, Rajamouli was asked by the anchor if there was any truth in rumours doing the rounds that the ace director had fixed the character actor Nani was to play in the franchise. In reply, SS Rajamouli very reluctantly disclosed that the character hadn't been fixed but what had been fixed was that Nani would definitely be a part of the franchise. He said that only Nani's casting has been fixed. Not the only Mahabharata Meanwhile, Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan also recently revealed that making a film on the Mahabharata is a dream for him too. He recently shed light on its progress and also revealed if he’d act in it. The Dangal actor is hoping to commence the project this year to roll it out in multiple parts. However, he maintains that before it can get materialised, the writing itself will take a couple of years. In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter India, Aamir said, “We’ll see who we should cast based on who’s appropriate for which part.” However, he clarified that he would be the producer and not the director. Aamir elaborated, “I don’t think you can tell the Mahabharat in one film, so it will be multiple films. I am looking at the large scale. It’s too early to say, but we may need multiple directors." He cited the example of The Lord of the Rings. About SS Rajamouli's next with Mahesh Babu It may be recalled that Rajamouli is currently working on a film with actor Mahesh Babu, tentatively being referred to as SSMB29. A considerable portion of the film, which is being made on a lavish budget, was shot at Odisha. The film, apart from Mahesh Babu, features Priyanka Chopra and Prithviraj Sukumaran among others. The film, an action adventure with some amount of history and mythology, is expected to be released in 2027.
28 April,2025 12:55 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentMalayalam superstar Mohanlal and his wife Suchitra complete 37 years of marriage today. On the occasion, the superstar took to his social media handle to share a loving frame with his wife and also penned a note for her. Mohanlal celebrates marriage anniversary with Suchitra Mohanlal took to his social media handles and shared an adorable picture of him giving Suchitra a kiss on her cheek. Sharing the picture, Mohanlal wrote, "Happy Anniversary Dearest Suchi. Forever grateful for you, forever yours." The couple got married on April 28, 1988 and are parents to two kids- a son named Pranav and daughter named Vismaya. Suchitra is a former actress and the daughter of veteran producer K. Balaji. In the 1980s, when Mohanlal became a big star, he received a proposal from Suchitra's family. However, their horoscopes were found to be incompatible, and hence, the families did not proceed with the alliance. Years later, Mohanlal once again received a proposal from Suchitra. It was then revealed to the families that the astrologer had made a mistake in the past, and that they were indeed compatible according to their horoscopes. The two eventually tied the knot at the Mookambika Temple in Thiruvananthapuram. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Mohanlal (@mohanlal) On the work front Mohanlal had two films released in a month of completely different genre. While his film L2: Empuraan broke all existing records at the Kerala box office, his latest release Thudarum is winning hearts and bringing his fans to the cinema halls. The film directed by Tharun Moorthy has been running to houseful halls. Amid the overwhelming response, the superstar expressed gratitude for all the love that is being showered on the film, saying that he was "deeply moved and truly humbled by the love and heartfelt response" for Thudarum. Taking to his X timeline soon after it became evident that the film was a sureshot success, the actor wrote,"I’m deeply moved and truly humbled by the love and heartfelt response for #Thudarum. Each message and every word of appreciation has touched me in ways I can’t fully express." He then went on to say,"Thank you for opening your hearts to this story, for seeing its soul, and for embracing it with such grace.This gratitude is not mine alone. It belongs to every single person who walked this journey with me, giving their love, effort, and spirit to every frame. "To Renjith M, Tharun Moorthy, KR Sunil, Shobhana, Binu Pappu, Prakash Varma, Shaji Kumar, Jakes Bejoy and our extraordinary team — your artistry and passion made Thudarum what it is," Mohanlal said. The actor pointed out that Thudarum was made with care, with purpose, and above all, with truth. "To see it resonate so deeply is more than a reward. It is a true blessing. With all my heart, thank you. with love and gratitude always," he signed off. Directed by Tharun Moorthy, Thudarum hit screens on Friday. The film had triggered huge excitement among fans for a number of reasons.
28 April,2025 10:13 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentImagine lending your voice to an AR Rahman composition for a Mani Ratnam film only in the second year of your career. If that’s enviable, we wonder what to make of Vaishali Samant’s recent feat—25 years after singing Yaro yarodi in Ratnam’s much-loved Tamil film, Alaipayuthey (2000), she has reunited with the filmmaker and the Mozart of Madras to croon Jinguchaa for the upcoming movie, Thug Life. “I had no idea I was singing for Mani Ratnam sir’s film,” she exclaims, jubilant to have added another Ratnam movie to her résumé. Besides the filmmaker-composer duo, another heavyweight is involved in the number. The lyrics have been penned by Thug Life’s lead actor Kamal Haasan. Tell Samant that she is in esteemed company, and she says it all came as a surprise to her. “I never ask for details. I try to give my 100 per cent to every song. It was only much later that I realised the song was for Thug Life!” A still from the song Listen to Jinguchaa once, and chances are it will play on loop in your head, or on your playlist. The number has already caught the internet’s attention for its fast-paced beats and infectious energy. It comes as another hit for Samant after Aaya re toofan from Chhaava earlier this year. She reveals that it was during the recording of the Chhaava number, also composed by Rahman, that the maestro suggested she sing Tamil songs again. Months later, she was in the studio, singing Jinguchaa. To Samant, working with Rahman is like “enrolling into a university.” “Every language carries its own cultural charm. With Jinguchaa, it was a challenge to pronounce the words like a Tamil native. In a day and age where voices come and go, Rahman sir adds the punch that makes a song stand the test of time. I hope we can continue working together for the next 25 years too.” Did you know? Superstar Kamal Haasan has penned the lyrics of Jinguchaa that features him alongside Sanya Malhotra and Silambarasan TR.
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