Popular Sumo wrestler dies at 28 | Sport's first Corona Virus death
By Galatta | 02:11 AM
Popular Japanese Sumo wrestler Shobushi has died from health complications after contracting coronavirus. He was only 28 years old and had diabetes problem. Apparently, Shobushi developed a fever on April 4th but struggled to get treatment because of non-availability of facilities at the hospital which was all flooded with similar complaints from other potential patients. After being turned away by a few hospitals, Shobushi was only admitted to hospital on April 8. He was admitted only when he began coughing up blood and his symptoms worsened.
After initially testing negative for the coronavirus, he later tested positive and was placed in intensive care April 19. He eventually lost the battle and died last Wednesday (May 13) of complications related to covid-19. He is reported to be the first person to die of corona from the sporting field. "He fought tenaciously against the disease, enduring the pain and suffering for more than a month like a sumo wrestler. We hope he will rest in peace now. We are very grateful to everyone in the medical institutes who treated him with utmost care." said Japan's Sumo Association in a statement.
Breaking: Mirchi Shiva's Sumo will not release for Pongal 2020 - postponed to a later date
By Arvind Sundaram | Galatta | 04:11 PM
Mirchi Shiva’s Sumo garnered the attention of the Kollywood audience after its impressive and interestingly cut trailer which was released a few weeks back. The film features Priya Anand as the female lead and Yoshinori Tashiro, a real life Japanese Sumo sport player in a very important role. With cinematography by ace photographer, Rajiv Menon, Sumo has editing by Praveen KL. This comedy entertainer is directed by S.P.Hosimin and produced by Vels Film International.
The film was scheduled to release for Pongal 2020 and it was believed that it would release either on January 15 or January 16 depending on the availability of screens. However, sources close to us have now informed that the film’s release has been postponed to a later date and will not contest in the Pongal race. Yes, the reason for the change in the release plans is not yet known. The new release date for the film is yet to be revealed and we will update you on that in the days to come.
As of now, the Pongal festival will surely witness the releases of Superstar Rajinikanth’s Darbar and Dhanush’s Pattas. We will have to wait for a few more days to know if any films back out or if any other movies join the race. With screenplay and dialogues penned by Mirchi Shiva, Sumo has music by Nivas K Prasanna and the audio rights has already been acquired by Sony Music.
Mirchi Shiva's Sumo - humorous trailer is here! Don't miss the fun!
By Arvind Sundaram | Galatta | 06:00 PM
Agila Ulaga Superstar Mirchi Shiva is gearing up for the release of his next film, Sumo which is scheduled to hit the screens for the festive occasion of Pongal, next year. This comedy entertainer is directed by S.P.Hosimin and produced by Vels Film International. The film features Priya Anand as the female lead and Yoshinori Tashiro, a real life Japanese Sumo sport player in a very important role. With cinematography by ace photographer, Rajiv Menon, Sumo has editing by Praveen KL.
The makers have now released the much awaited trailer of this film on YouTube, marking Shiva's birthday today (December 10). The trailer is packed with some interesting and fun-filled moments and people who love Shiva's comedy will surely enjoy this. Through this trailer, the makers have established the premise of the film, showcasing how Mirchi Shiva and Yoshinori meet for the first time. Situations force Shiva to take over as the coach of Yoshinori in the sport of Sumo. The humour quotient works in the film's favour. Shiva has written the film's screenplay and dialogues.
The trailer had received a very good response from the people who caught a glimpse of it at the Vels Film International Vetri Vizha. Now, it is time for the general audience to witness this trailer. Sumo has music by Nivas K Prasanna and the audio rights has been acquired by Sony Music. For now, check out the newly released fun-filled trailer of Sumo here (below the images):
Treat for Agila Ulaga Superstar fans - semma exciting Sumo announcement
By Arvind Sundaram | Galatta | 12:29 PM
Mirchi Shiva is gearing up for the release of his next film, Sumo which is scheduled to hit the screens for the festive occasion of Pongal, next year. This comedy entertainer is directed by S.P.Hosimin and produced by Vels Film International. The makers have now made a new announcement and this is an interesting update indeed. The official trailer of the film will release on December 10 on YouTube and this announcement was made by Vels Film International, a few hours back. This release has been planned on the special occasion of Mirchi Shiva's birthday, which also happens to be on the same day, December 10.
So, the trailer release will be a special gift from the team of Sumo for Shiva. It can be noted that the makers had recently screened the trailer at the Vels Film International Vetri Vizha which happened last week. The film features Priya Anand as the female lead and Yoshinori Tashiro, a real life Japanese Sumo sport player in a very important role.
With cinematography by ace photographer, Rajiv Menon, Sumo has Mirchi Shiva penning the screenplay and dialogues. The trailer had received a very good response from the people who caught a glimpse of it at the Vels Film International Vetri Vizha. Sumo has music by Nivas K Prasanna and the audio rights has been acquired by Sony Music. Get set to witness the fun-filled trailer of Sumo from December 10.
On the Occasion of our hero "Agila Ulaga Superstar" @actorshiva 's birthday, the fun filled #SumoTrailer will be releasing On Dec 10th ! #SUMOTrailerOnDec10th @PriyaAnand @DirectorHosimin @DirRajivMenon @nivaskprasanna @VelsFilmIntl @Ashkum19 @RIAZtheboss @SonyMusicSouth pic.twitter.com/aWckJvIKX1
— Vels Film International (@VelsFilmIntl) November 28, 2019
Mirchi Shiva's Sumo Teaser Review | Exclusive | Fun Guaranteed!
By Arvind Sundaram | Galatta | 05:45 PM
Mirchi Shiva's next film, Sumo, is gearing up to hit the screens for the festive occasion of Pongal next year, along with Superstar Rajinikanth's Darbar. Sumo is directed by SP Hosimin and produced by Vels Film International. The teaser of this film was screened yesterday (November 24) exclusively at the Vels Film International Vetri Vizha event that happened in a grand manner. After witnessing the teaser, we present you the review of it. The teaser opens with Mirchi Shiva seeing a Japanese fat guy, who is unconsciously lying on the beach shore. Trying to wake him up after taking out the water from within, the guy wakes up holding Shiva's hand and thereafter he keeps following Shiva throughout, because he helped him save his life.
This guy seems to be mischievous and a foodie, who loves to eat food anytime. A small yet beautiful bond develops between them, wherein Shiva gets to understand the guy through his kid-like character. The tone and setting suddenly shifts to Japan and Shiva motivates the big fat guy taking up the competitive SuMo rings and goes further. The overall teaser is neatly packed with some really funny and feel-good moments.
Mirchi Shiva scores with his one-liners and it looks like Sumo will surely be an entertaining outing. The freshness in the concept will definitely garner the attention among the audiences. Rajiv Menon's visuals are rich and enhance the overall quality of the film with some neatly framed compositions. The teaser will surely be liked by the fans when it is released on YouTube. Get ready to see the fun-filled teaser of Sumo very soon!