The film industry in the South continued throughout the day with several major developments. From exciting updates on upcoming films and actors’ shooting schedules to international honors for an actor and viral moments on social media, there was plenty to keep fans talking. Here are the top five South film industry stories that grabbed attention today.
‘Thalaivar 173 ‘the director’s roar is getting stronger and stronger
RajinikanthThe film ‘Thalaivar 173’ is back on top after the production house released a special birthday video of director Ashwath Marimuthu. The gesture has sparked fresh speculations whether the ‘Oh My Kadavule’ and ‘Dragon’ filmmaker will direct the much-awaited project. Ashwath’s name has been linked to the film for weeks, and the production house’s latest move has only added to the buzz. While fans are convinced it’s a prequel, an official announcement is still awaited.
The shoot of the song ‘Seyon’ goes viral
Sivakarthikeyan’s ‘Seyon’ song sequence has gone viral on social media creating a new excitement among fans. The sequence is being shot in Kadavur village near Madurai, with videos and photos from the location quickly going viral online. The latest clip shows Sivakarthikeyan in a rustic avatar, which suits the setting of the film perfectly. The big song is being shot with almost 1,500 dancers and small artists.
Priyanka Mohan plays the role of honorary ambassador
Priyanka Mohan has been appointed as an Honorary Ambassador for Korea Tourism by the Korea Tourism Organization (KTO). The actor shared the news on social media and thanked the Korean government and KTO for the recognition. Priyanka said she was honored to represent Korean culture and help bring it closer to the Indian audience. The appointment marks another milestone in its growing relationship with South Korea.
‘Raaka ‘ prepares for a massive programming
‘Raaka’ is gearing up for a big shooting schedule from mid-June onwards Allu ArjunDeepika Padukone, Jim Sarbh and other key actors are expected to participate. It is reported that the extensive schedule will be based on several crucial and complex sequences of the film. Sources suggest that the team aims to complete the most demanding parts during this production phase. The makers have prioritized shooting the CGI-heavy sequences first to ensure a smoother production process going forward.
Trisha looks at a magical May
Trisha Krishnan brought back her memorable month of May by sharing a new personal photo on social media. The actress posted pictures of her birthday celebrations, selfies, gifts and adorable moments with her pet dog. She captioned the post: “Some more magical May, I’ll be smiling for a long time.” The nostalgic post quickly won over fans as they flooded the comments section with love and appreciation.
