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Ayalaan teaser reaction: Leo and Thalapathy 68 directors Lokesh Kanagaraj and Venkat Prabhu share their reviews, here's what they have to say

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The long-awaited Ayalaan teaser dropped on Friday evening, October 6, much to the excitement of leading Tamil actor Sivakarthikeyan's fans everywhere, and it is a visual spectacle from start to finish. The upcoming big-budget science-fiction film directed by Indru Netru Naalai fame R. Ravikumar and featuring music composed by Academy Award winner A. R. Rahman is gearing up for a grand release in cinemas worldwide as a Pongal treat in January 2024. With the Ayalaan teaser giving audiences a new glimpse at what's in store for fans, filmmakers Lokesh Kanagaraj and Venkat Prabhu have now sent their wishes to the team of the highly-anticipated Sivakarthikeyan-starrer, while also sharing their opinions after watching the eye-popping visuals. 

Lokesh Kanagaraj, who is awaiting the release of his Leo starring 'Thalapathy' Vijay on October 19, congratulated director R. Ravikumar for his years of hard work finally becoming a reality, while also complimenting the visuals featured in the Ayalaan teaser. The trendsetting Tamil director also praised Sivakarthikeyan for successfully making the film and expressed his appreciation for the entire team for their efforts. Lokesh Kanagaraj posted on X, "Congratulations @Ravikumar_Dir anna for all the hard work you’ve put in for years. I can see the output bursting with so much energy. @Siva_Kartikeyan brother, thank you for trusting and pulling off a Himalayan task. Hearty wishes to the entire cast and crew of #Ayalaan 🤗" (sic)

Likewise, blockbuster Tamil filmmaker Venkat Prabhu, who is set to begin filming the tentatively titled Thalapathy 68 with Vijay, also expressed his joy after watching the Ayalaan teaser and showered his appreciation on director R. Ravikumar for bringing the sci-fi genre to Tamil cinema. He also shared that the film is going to be a fun entertainer and hinted at wanting to do something similar in the same genre. Venkat Prabhu wrote on X, "This one is definitely gonna be fun alien film!! Can’t wait!! Thanks for bringing this genre to our industry!! Always wanted to try something in this genre!! Will surely do some day! Great work director Saar!! Hearty wishes to @Siva_Kartikeyan bro!" (sic)

Ayalaan was first announced back in 2016, with principal photography taking place from June 2018 to January 2021. There are tremendous expectations surrounding the Sivakarthikeyan-starrer as it will feature more than 4500+ VFX shots making it the first full-length live-action film in Indian cinema history to achieve this massive feat. Ayalaan will see Sivakarthikeyan paired with Rakul Preet Singh, while the ensemble cast includes Karunakaran, Yogi Babu, Sharad Kelkar, Isha Koppikar, David Broughton-Davies, Banupriya, among others making appearances in key roles.

Leo trailer review: Thalapathy 68 director Venkat Prabhu, Legend Saravanan, and leading Tamil cinema celebrities react - FULL LIST HERE

By | Galatta |
2023-10-07T16:05:00 +05:30 sivakarthikeyan ayalaan teaser review leo director lokesh kanagaraj thalapathy 68 director venkat prabhu statements - Movie Cinema News

There's no stopping the love being showered for leading Tamil actor 'Thalapathy' Vijay, blockbuster director Lokesh Kanagaraj, 'Rockstar' composer Anirudh Ravichander, and the entire team of their film, Leo, which had its trailer released on Thursday, October 5. The reaction has been huge for the visuals in the trailer, which has mind-blowing action, with many expressing their joy and excitement for the film opening in cinemas worldwide in less than two weeks on October 19. With the Leo trailer going past 30 million real-time views on YouTube in less than 24 hours, several leading Tamil cinema celebrities have now reacted to the visuals of 'Thalapathy' Vijay in action mode in the Lokesh Kanagaraj directorial.

Among the reactions to the Leo trailer that have caught everyone's attention include Vijay's upcoming film director, Venkat Prabhu, who kept his review short and to the point. The blockbuster Thalapathy 68 director gave high praise to Lokesh Kanagaraj and reposted the trailer on X writing, "Vera level brother!! Absolute 🔥🔥🔥" (sic). 

Likewise, Telugu filmmaker Vamshi Paidipally, whose Varisu with Vijay released earlier this year turned out to be a box-office money-spinner, declared the Leo trailer to be "killer". He posted, "BADASSSS Trailer... 🔥🔥🔥... it is as intense as it gets... KILLER.  #LeoTrailer" (sic)

National Award-winning Tamil actress Keerthy Suresh also shared her joy after watching Vijay's Leo trailer congratulating the entire team. She said, "Badass ma! Leo Das ma!🔥  @actorvijay  Sir, @trishtrashers  looking forward for this combo after a long time 🥰 Can’t wait to watch this bloody sweet surprise by @Dir_Lokesh.   @anirudhofficial you are on fire buddy!  Happy for you Lalit Sir and @Jagadishbliss 🤗❤️" (sic)

Hit Tamil filmmaker Karthik Subbaraj wished Vijay, Lokesh Kanagaraj, and the entire team of Leo in his review of the film's trailer. He said, "Looks Super Exciting  @Dir_Lokesh 👌👌 @actorvijaysir on 🔥🔥 #LeoTrailer @7screenstudio @MrRathna @anirudhofficial & whole team 👍👍" (sic)

Similarly, actor and business tycoon 'Legend' Saravanan also shared his excitement after watching the Leo trailer and extended his wishes to the team for the film to become a hit at the box office. He posted on X, "#LeoTrailer Electrifying & Terrific Wishing #Leo Team a Big Success #Legend #legendSaravanan" (sic)

Actor Kavin, who hit the bullseye earlier this year with his Dada, expressed his happiness after watching the Leo trailer and conveyed his wishes to the team. He wrote, "Wishing you a "Badass Blockbuster" na @Dir_Lokesh ♥️🤗 #ThalapathyVijay @actorvijay sir 🔥" (sic)

'Master' Mahendran, who made a crucial appearance as a young Vijay Sethupathi in Vijay's Master, declared how he was delighted watching the actor in the Leo trailer. He said, "You are the BEST in everything @actorvijay na ✨always proud of you💯 #Leo 🔥 #LeoTrailer 💥" (sic)

Sibi Sathyaraj, an ardent Vijay fan himself, shared his happiness after watching the actor in the Leo trailer. He said, "Here’s the baddest of em all! 😊❤️🔥#LeoTrailer #ThalapathiVijay @actorvijay @Dir_Lokesh @7screenstudio #producerlalith @anirudhofficial" (sic)

Actor Shanthnu Bhagyaraj, who also played a pivotal role in Master, expressed his excitement after watching the explosive Leo trailer. He posted, "Podu 💥💥💥 Never seen #VijayAnna in such a beast avatar 🔥🔥🔥 Periya sambavam loading …. #LeoFromOctober19 #ThalapathiVijay Only love & positivity towards this team for the immense efforts visible clearly in #LeoTrailer 💛" (sic)

Popular actress and television host Ramya Subramanian, who has often shared her admiration for Vijay, revealed that she watched the Leo trailer again and again on a loop. She said, "There is no greater joy in the world than watching a trailer like this and going on loop on it again and again 🔂 !!!! 🙏🏻😍 That was a bomb that just dropped !! 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 #LEOTRAILER WAITING for Oct 19th 💪🏻 💃🏻 🥳🤩💯" (sic)

'Thalapathy' Vijay's fanboy moment at The Equalizer 3 screening, Thalapathy 68 director Venkat Prabhu shares a glimpse

By | Galatta |
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'Thalapathy' Vijay watched Hollywood superstar Denzel Washington's The Equalizer 3 on opening day in the U.S. on Friday, September 1, along with his upcoming film Thalapathy 68's director Venkat Prabhu and creative producer Archana Kalpathi. During the screening, Venkat Prabhu clicked a picture of Vijay facing the screen and expressing his fondness for the two-time Academy Award-winning actor's performance in a scene, which was captured by the blockbuster Tamil film director, who has now posted the photo on social media. Producer Archana Kalpathi too has posted the picture on her socials, which has since gone viral. 

This is the first time a photo of Vijay showing his love for an actor on the big screen has come out and fans are no doubt expressing their own admiration for the Tamil cinema superstar, with many sharing fan moments pictures taken during the actor's previous film screenings. Vijay, Venkat Prabhu, and Archana Kalpathi are currently in Los Angeles, California, to reportedly discuss with the team at USC Institute of Creative Technologies the use of 3D VFX scan technology in Thalapathy 68, which is currently in the pre-production stages. Earlier on Thursday, Venkat Prabhu shared pictures of a technology called Light Stage being used on Vijay for Thalapathy 68, which helps capture digital images and replicate a 3D version of the subject, which can then be used in tandem with motion capture technology. 

Thalapathy 68 is the prestigious production banner AGS Entertainment's 25th venture and their second collaboration with Vijay after Bigil (2019), which turned out to be an explosive box-office hit. The film announced to come out in theatres in 2024 will also include music by celebrated composer Yuvan Shankar Raja and is the second time he has boarded a Vijay-starrer after Pudhiya Geethai (2003). Production on Thalapathy 68 is set to reportedly begin rolling after Vijay's Leo directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj opens in cinemas on October 19. 

Thaman's first big confirmation about Vijay's Thalapathy 68, reveals what he wants from Yuvan Shankar Raja in his birthday wishes

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Blockbuster South Indian composer Thaman. S revealed on Thursday, August 31, in his birthday wishes to Yuvan Shankar Raja that he is waiting for the celebrated music director's phone call to do programming in 'Thalapathy' Vijay's Thalapathy 68. Having delivered chart-topping hits in the Vijay-starrer Varisu earlier this year, Thaman took to X and wrote, "Many more happy returns dear @thisisysr Keep Rocking As Always ♥️💥 U knw what We are all waiting for 🙌🏿🎧🔥#Thalapathy68 💣💣💣💣💣💣💣💣💣 And I am Waiting for ur call for Programming 🎧🎵 🎹 #HBDYuvan 🙌🏿" (sic)

This is the first confirmation from Thaman expressing his interest in being a part of Thalapathy 68 after he mentioned wanting to collaborate with Yuvan Shankar Raja and Harris Jayaraj on the programming front during an episode of Vijay TV's Super Singer Junior season 9 a few days ago. Tamil cinema fans will now no doubt be looking forward to this combo after Thaman conveyed his wish to collaborate with Yuvan in Thalapathy 68, which is currently in the pre-production stages with Vijay, director Venkat Prabhu, and creative producer Archana Kalpathi currently in Los Angeles, U. S. to reportedly discuss the use of 3D VFX scan technology in the film. 

Announced to come out as a grand release in theatres in 2024, Thalapathy 68 being produced by AGS Entertainment is the second time the prestigious production-distribution banner is bankrolling a Vijay-starrer after the action sports drama, Bigil (2019). The film also marks the second time Yuvan is going to compose the songs and do the score for a Vijay film after their Pudhiya Geethai (2003), and fans will be looking for the music director to once again hit the high note. Production on Thalapathy 68 is expected to begin rolling after the release of Leo on October 19 and Vijay's fans will be hoping for the film to kick off on a strong note. 

Venkat Prabhu's birthday wishes to Yuvan Shankar Raja, shares a special message about Thalapathy 68

By | Galatta |
2023-10-07T16:05:00 +05:30 sivakarthikeyan ayalaan teaser review leo director lokesh kanagaraj thalapathy 68 director venkat prabhu statements - Movie Cinema News

Blockbuster Tamil filmmaker Venkat Prabhu shared his special wishes to celebrated composer Yuvan Shankar Raja on his birthday on Thursday, August 31. The hit director wished the chart-buster music director on X (formerly Twitter), while also expressing high hopes for their next collaboration, the highly-anticipated Thalapathy 68. Venkat Prabhu posted, "Happy bday Thambi @thisisysr waiting for u to rock #Thalapathy68" (sic). Thalapathy 68 starring 'Thalapathy' Vijay in the lead role is being produced under the prestigious AGS Entertainment banner and is currently in the pre-production stages, with the Tamil superstar currently in Los Angeles, U.S., along with Venkat Prabhu and creative producer Archana Kalpathi to reportedly discuss the 3D VFX scan technology in the film.

Thalapathy 68 is AGS Entertainment's second film with Vijay after Bigil (2019), which went on to become a massive box-office money-spinner, and the blockbuster banner will be looking to hit the bullseye once again. The excitement for the upcoming venture has been massive right from the get-go after being announced in May and production is set to kick off in the months ahead, with plans for a grand release in 2024. Thalapathy 68 is incidentally the second time Yuvan Shankar Raja is composing the songs and the background score for a Vijay-starrer after Pudhiya Geethai (2003) and fans look forward to the composer delivering an electrifying album. 

Yuvan Shankar Raja and Venkat Prabhu have been collaborating since the beginning and have so far worked in films Chennai 600028 (2007), Saroja (2008), Goa (2010), Mankatha (2011), Biriyani (2013), Massu Engira Masilamani (2015), Chennai 600028 II (2016) and Maanaadu (2021), and expectations for their Thalapathy 68 is already sky-high. It is to be noted that Venkat Prabhu's younger brother Premgi Amaren composed the music in the 'Logam' and 'Confession' segments in the anthology film Kutty Story (2021) and the anthology series Victim (2022), the web series Live Telecast (2021), and Manmadha Leelai (2022), while Yuvan had collaborated with his father and legendary composer 'Isaignani' Ilaiyaraaja for Custody, which released earlier this year. 

Is Tamannaah onboard for Thalapathy 68? Jailer actress gives an interesting reply - EXCLUSIVE

By | Galatta |
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Tamannaah is one of the leading actresses in the Tamil film industry and has acted in many hit films. The recent song Kaavaalaa from Jailer, which features the actress grooving to the tunes of Anirudh with 'Superstar' Rajinikanth, became a trending track and has crossed over 88 million views on YouTube. Galatta Media recently organised an exciting fan Festival for actress Tamannaah, and she shared many details about her upcoming projects in the interview. In a special session, the actress was asked what question she could pose to the celebrated actor 'Thalapathy' Vijay. As the fans began shouting, showing their excitement, the actress said "I will ask him if I am in Thalapathy 68 or not".

Later in the interview, the anchor asked if she was the heroine of Thalapathy 68. Jailer actress Tamannaah said, "I am manifesting it. Galatta should help me manifest this". The anchor then said that he is also hoping it will happen. The actress added, "It’s not true as of now, but we can manifest this. It's not true, guys, but we are manifesting". This reply from the popular actress shows she is as excited to work with 'Thalapathy' Vijay in his 68th film as the fans are to see the pair together. The popular actress and Jailer actress had worked together in the film Sura.

Thalapathy 68 will be 'Thalapathy' Vijay's next project after Leo. The film, produced by AGS Entertainment, will be directed by Venkat Prabhu, with music composed by Yuvan Shankar Raja. Other details about the project are kept under wraps. The upcoming film of the actress Tamannaah is Jailer, which is set to release in theatres on August 10. The film directed by Nelson Dilipkumar has ‘Superstar' Rajinikanth in the lead role with a huge star cast. The audio launch event for the film happened recently in theatres.

Yuvan Shankar Raja opens up about 'Naa Ready' song controversy from Leo - here's what he said about Thalapathy 68

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Yuvan Shankar Raja is one of the most popular music composers in the Tamil film Industry who has an exciting lineup of upcoming films including Iraivan, Yezhu Kadal Yezhu Malai, Thalapathy 68, etc. The celebrated music director recently performed in a live concert in Malaysia and it also had many famous personalities including Silambarasan TR and Premji in attendance. The music composer met the press and media and answered some questions posed by them after the concert. When asked if he has begun working on Thalapathy 68, the composer said “no”.

When asked about Yuvan Shankar Raja’s opinion about speculation that ‘Thalapathy' Vijay is making a political entry. The music composer said "I thinks it will be a good thing, I guess." When asked about the controversy around the first single from Leo ‘Naa Ready’ that it is promoting drug usage, the music composer said “When it's needed for the situation, they keep those songs that’s it.” As another reporter asked if Thalapathy 68 will have mass BGM’s like those in Mankatha, he replies that the film will surely have those. He then spoke about the event and that the reaction he got from the audience was unexpected. To another question, he also said that “I am super excited for that (Thalapathy 68).” 

Thalapathy 68 was announced a few weeks back by the makers of the film AGS Entertainment as their 25th production venture. The makers had announced that the film will be directed by Venkat Prabhu and it has created a huge excitement among fans. It's the first collaboration between the anticipated combo of actor Vijay with the director who is known for making films with unique plots. The next film of the actor is Leo that has created huge excitement among fans and movie buffs. The shooting of the film directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj was wrapped recently and is to release in theatres on October 19 and it is speculated that more updates about Thalapathy 68 can be expected after the release of Leo.

After Leo shooting wrap, actor Vijay gives a mass entry at Thalapathy Vijay Makkal Iyakkam meeting - crowd chants "Thalapathy, Thalapathy"! WATCH VIDEO

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Vijay is one of the leading actors in the Tamil film industry who has a massive fan base across Tamil Nadu and is endearingly called 'Thalapathy' by his fans. The actor called for a meeting with the head of each constituency of the fans association Thalapathy Vijay Makkal Iyakkan on June 11. The head of 234 constituencies had arrived at the venue in Panaiyur and This become the talk of the town. From the morning media, members and fans of the association were waiting to see the actor. Many members showed their experiment in meeting the actor. 

At 3 PM the actor Vijay arrived in style at the venue for the meeting the head of thalapathy Vijay Makkal Iyakkan from 234 constituencies. As the actor arrived in his car, the whole crowd began shouting calling for the attention of the actor. His got out of his car and he is greeted by the general secretary of the fans association Bussy Anand who showed him the members who are waiting outside to meet him. The actor then greeted the crowd and moved forward to greet the press and media who were present at the event. The star actor was then being escorted into the venue the actor the crowd behind him began chanting “Thalapathy, Thalapathy “ This video has become viral on social media and shows the massive fan following of the actor.

Actor Vijay through the Thalapathy Vijay Makkal Iyakkam organised a event to honour the top rank holders from 10th and 12th public exams from the 234 contituences last month. That event became the topic of discussion and it was also said to be a base for his political entry. Though the agenda of this meeting is not clear, it said that it could be for congratulating the members on the success of the events and to thank them. It is also rumoured that 'Thalapathy' Vijay could discuss his political entry in the meeting.

Vijay's Thalapathy 68 next update on the way? Producer Archana Kalpathi drops a hint and talks about the script - TRENDING PHOTO

By | Galatta |
2023-10-07T16:05:00 +05:30 sivakarthikeyan ayalaan teaser review leo director lokesh kanagaraj thalapathy 68 director venkat prabhu statements - Movie Cinema News

Producer Archana Kalpathi dropped a surprise late Thursday evening by sharing a photo of herself holding the bound script for her next big film, the tentatively titled Thalapathy 68, starring Vijay in the lead role under Venkat Prabhu's direction. Posting the picture of the film's script on the newly-launched text-based conversation app Threads, she also hinted that a big update about the upcoming biggie might well be on its way after she liked a fan's comment requesting for the same. Although still in its pre-production stages, Thalapathy 68 announced for a grand theatrical release in 2024, has created massive interest among fans and will be Vijay's second outing with Archana Kalpathi's AGS Entertainment banner after their blockbuster Bigil (2019). 

Thalapathy 68 is a landmark project for AGS Entertainment and is their 25th film, which the production house revealed back in May is their "biggest film" to date. Archana Kalpathi, who is the creative producer of the film, wished Vijay last month on the occasion of his birthday by sharing a picture of herself with the Tamil superstar taken months after the release of his Master (2021). "Happy Birthday Vijay, Sir 😊 Looking forward to Leo and working with you again for #Thalapathy68. This picture was taken just after Master's release when I met him to thank him for waiting and releasing it in the theatres. That decision gave so many of us in the industry much-needed hope. Will always cherish this picture 😊 (sic)", she wrote on Instagram. 

The excitement surrounding Thalapathy 68 is sky-high as it also marks celebrated composer Yuvan Shankar Raja's second time collaborating with Vijay after two decades when they worked together in Pudhiya Geethai (2003). Fans have been waiting for Vijay to team up with Venkat Prabhu and Yuvan Shankar Raja for a long time and Thalapathy 68 is billed to "be an entertainer that will be loved across all audiences". 'Thalapathy' Vijay is currently busy filming the highly-anticipated Leo under Lokesh Kanagaraj's direction. Produced under S. S. Lalit Kumar's 7 Screen Studio banner, the film featuring music by 'Rockstar' Anirudh Ravichander is scheduled to open in cinemas worldwide on October 19. 

After Anurag Kashyap, Thalapathy Vijay's Leo to have more directors onboard? Dialogue writer Rathna Kumar shares a hint - check it out

By | Galatta |
2023-10-07T16:05:00 +05:30 sivakarthikeyan ayalaan teaser review leo director lokesh kanagaraj thalapathy 68 director venkat prabhu statements - Movie Cinema News

'Thalapathy' Vijay’s Leo is the next big film of director Lokesh Kanagaraj that has created huge excitement among fans and movie buffs. The film has a huge cast and the latest addition to the cast was said to be Anurag Kashyap, the popular Bollywood director confirmed the news by sharing a fan post on social media. Now, a dialogue writer and close friend of the director, Rathna Kumar, has shared a fan-made picture that says Leo has a huge bunch of directors part of the film. It includes directors Mysskin, Gautham Vasudev Menon, Anurag Kashyap and Amsoor Ali Khan as a part of the cast and dilaogue writers Rathan Kumar and Jil Jung Juk fame director Dheeraj Vaidhy. The director has shared the post on Instagram storiesand stated “More in the list”.

This comment by Rathna Kumar hints that more directors could be part of Leo, but official confirmation is awaited. The film has created a huge buzz as it is said that the film as it markers the second collaboration between 'Thalapathy' Vijay and the director Lokesh Kanagaraj and is the next in line after the record-breaking film Vikram with 'Ulaganayagan' Kamal Haasan in the lead role. This new post shared by Rathna Kumar on his Instagram hints at the presence of more directors in the film and has created ripples among fans.

Leo will see the comeback of the celebrated on-screen couple; 'Thalapathy' Vijay and Trisha after over a decade. The film will also have a huge cast that includes Bollywood actor Sanjay Dutt, Action King Arjun, Priya Anand, Sandy master, Malayalam actor Mathew Thomas and others in important roles. The film also has music composed by Anirudh Ravichander. The first single and first look poster from the film was released recently. It is set to release in October 2023.