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New Indian Express
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
Grace Antony: I am not a heroine material
It is not every day that director Ram comes up with a feel-good comedy. But that's exactly the genre he has attempted in his next, Paranthu Po, headlined by Shiva and Malayalam actor Grace Antony. Paranthu Po marks Grace's debut in Tamil after making quite a mark in Malayalam with films like Kumbalangi Nights, Kanakam Kaamini Kalaham, Rorschach, Nunakkuzhi, and Appan. 'Ram sir chose me seeing Appan' Interestingly, Appan (2022), which explored a dysfunctional father-son relationship, was the reason why Ram thought Grace would be the apt choice for Paranthu Po, which explores a complex dad-son relationship with humour. "I have been getting Tamil offers for a few years now, but I wanted a solid launch here. That was when Nivin (Pauly) chettan, who was working with Ram sir in Yezhu Kadal Yezhu Malai, informed me that the director was interested in casting me in his next. Honestly, I wasn't familiar with his works. Then I watched Peranbu and his other films. Once he narrated the one-line, and then read through the five-page synopsis. I immediately accepted the film. Ram sir was kind and also keen that I understand the character and situations, so he took the help of a Malayalam translator to translate all my dialogues." 'I am a Vijay fan' While Tamil cinema industry night have been new for Grace, the language was not a barrier since she has been an avid fan of Tamil movies since childhood. "I have grown up watching Tamil films, and I have been a fan of Vijay sir since my school days, so being in a Tamil film wasn't really a culture shock for me. However, the scheduling of shoots varies in both industries. Back in Kerala, a 30-day shoot wraps up in 28 days; here it extends. I do not mean it as a complaint. Paranthu Po unfolds in different terrains, so I feel the extension is justified. But since this is my first Tamil film, it struck me as a bit odd. But the shoot process was fun nonetheless." 'Paranthu Po was a rewarding experience' Grace describes her debut film as nothing short of an adventure that pushed her limits and enabled her to become a better actor. "We shot in Coimbatore and Palakkad mostly. My character had to both scale mountains and swim around in lakes. Since some of the sites we shot were frequented by wild animals, there were time restrictions and we had to shoot at breakneck speed. I also suffered injuries during the shoot to the point of requiring surgery. In the end, it was all rewarding, as Ram sir appreciated my acting and asked me if he could write more scenes for me than planned." 'Shiva compensated my social anxiety' Grace confesses she is a socially anxious person and finds it hard to open up to new people. But that was not a problem in Paranthu Po, thanks to her co-star, the convivial Shiva. Calling him an extroverted classmate who would do anything to have fun in the classroom, Grace says, "To my advantage, I magically lose inhibitions in front of a camera. But on the sets, it was Shiva who kept us entertained. There were days when he wanted to leave early, and he just went to Ram sir and made me the scapegoat. Also, since it was a rather compact set with limited actors, socialising wasn't a requirement." 'I am not a heroine material' Grace, who is confident about her strengths in comedy, has no qualms admitting that she might not suit the typical heroine roles in our films. She is also smart enough to point out that longevity as an actor is much more valuable than a glittery but short career. "I want to act even when I am old and frail. I know my strengths and limitations. So I am more keen on working on character and comedy roles. Also, thankfully, Malayalam cinema's idea of a heroine has not been reduced to a mere glam doll yet, so the differentiation between a heroine and a female "character" role is not too much."
News18
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Kingdom To Ghaati: Full List Of South Indian Films Releasing In July
From Anushka Shetty's Ghaati to Vijay Deverakonda's spy action thriller Kingdom, the calendar is packed with some entertaining flicks for the month of July. Looking for a dose of entertainment in July this year? The South Indian film industry will be offering a cinematic feast. From Anushka Shetty 's Ghaati to Vijay Deverakonda's spy action thriller Kingdom, the calendar is packed with some entertaining flicks for the month of July. If you are still wondering what to watch, here we have listed down the South films that will hit the big screens next month. First, we'll talk about one of the most anticipated films – Kingdom. The spy action thriller featuring Vijay Deverakonda in the lead role is directed by Gowtam Tinnanuri. Touted to be a duology, the film chronicles the tale of a man fighting against all odds to protect his people. Kingdom was earlier slated to hit theaters in May 2025 but was postponed to July 4. It is expected that the film may push its release date again to July 25. However, an official confirmation is still awaited. Paranthu Po In this Tamil drama, Tamizh Padam fame Shiva plays the lead role. Directed by Ram, known for his work in Peranbu, the musical explores the relationship between a father and son. Besides the protagonist, the movie features a talented bunch of actors including Anjali, Mithul Ryan, Grace Antony, Vijay Yesudas, Aju Varghese and more in key roles. It will be released on July 4. The Pet Detective Starring Padakkalam fame Sharaf U Dheen in the lead, the Malayalam romantic comedy features Anupama Parameswaran in a key role. The film, helmed by Praneesh Vijayan, is rumoured to be based on the story of a couple whose lives take a turn after a Macaw parrot joins them. More details about the plot and release date are yet to be confirmed but the film is speculated to arrive in theatres in July. Ekka Ekka is an action thriller with a powerful cast including Yuva Rajkumar, Sampada, Sanjana Anand, Atul Kulkarni and Rahul Dev Shetty. It focuses on the story of Muthu, a youngster who travels to Bengaluru looking for his friend Ramesh, who once deceived him. While on the hunt, he finds himself amid the city's crime-filled underbelly, facing dire situations. How he fights for truth and justice while also navigating challenges related to love and friendship forms the plot of the storyline. The film will be released on July 18. Ghaati Set to arrive in theatres on July 11, Ghaati is a Telugu-language crime actioner, with Anushka Shetty as the lead actress. The Krish Jagarlamudi directorial is about a woman whose circumstances lead her to get involved in the business of cannabis. Her transformation to become a criminal forms the storyline of the film. Hari Hara Veera Mallu: Part 1 The action entertainer features Pawan Kalyan in the lead role. Scheduled for a theatrical release on July 25, the movie tells the tale of a criminal who is assigned the task of stealing the Koh-i-Noor diamond from the Mughals. Speculated to release on July 12 earlier, the film has been postponed multiple times for reasons unknown to us. It is jointly directed by Krish Jagarlamudi and AM Jyothi Krishna. First Published:
Pink Villa
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
7 South Indian films releasing in July 2025: Vijay Deverakonda's Kingdom, Pawan Kalyan's Hari Hara Veera Mallu and more
The South Indian film industry is nothing short in terms of entertainment. With June 2025 seeing major releases like Thug Life, Kuberaa, Kannappa, and more, July would also have some interesting ventures to look out for. If you're a fan of South Indian movies, here's a list of films that you should check out in theaters in July 2025. 7 South Indian movies to watch in July 2025 1. Kingdom (Telugu) Kingdom is a spy action thriller featuring Vijay Deverakonda in the lead role. The film, directed by Jersey fame Gowtam Tinnanuri, is touted to be a duology featuring the tale of a man who rises to become the leader and protector of his people. The much-awaited film was initially slated to hit theaters in May 2025, but was postponed to July 4, 2025. However, recent reports suggest that the film might move its release date once again, indicating to release on July 25, but an official confirmation is pending. 2. Paranthu Po (Tamil) Cast: Shiva, Anjali, Mithul Ryan, Grace Antony, Vijay Yesudas, Aju Varghese Director: Ram Release Date: July 4, 2025 Paranthu Po is an upcoming Tamil-language movie featuring Tamizh Padam fame Shiva in the lead role. The musical road comedy movie is helmed by Peranbu fame Ram, featuring the tale of a father and son. Apart from the lead actor, the movie showcases actors like Anjali, Mithul Ryan, Grace Antony, Vijay Yesudas, Aju Varghese, and more in key roles. 3. The Pet Detective (Malayalam) The Pet Detective is an upcoming Malayalam-language romantic comedy featuring Padakkalam actor Sharaf U Dheen in the lead. Co-starring Anupama Parameswaran, the film is helmed by Praneesh Vijayan. While more details about the plot and release date are yet to be made, it is rumored to narrate the story of a couple whose lives take a turn when a Macaw parrot becomes part of it. 4. Ekka (Kannada) Ekka is an action thriller focusing on the story of Muthu, a youngster who arrives in Bengaluru in search of his friend Ramesh, who once deceived him. As he is introduced to the new setting, the man faces dire situations from the city's crime-filled underbelly. The rest of the film focuses on how he fights for truth and justice, dealing with love and friendship. 5. Ghaati (Telugu) Ghaati is a Telugu-language movie starring Anushka Shetty in the lead role. The Krish Jagarlamudi directorial is a crime actioner featuring the tale of a woman who is forced into the trade of cannabis due to circumstances. How she transitions to become a criminal and later a legend forms the entire story. 6. Oho Enthan Baby (Tamil) Cast: Rudra, Mithila Palkar, Mysskin, Redin Kingsley Director: Krishnakumar Ramakumar Release Date: July 2025 Oho Enthan Baby is an upcoming Tamil-language romantic drama, helmed by Modern Love fame Krishnakumar Ramakumar. The film, bankrolled by actor-producer Vishnu Vishal, will introduce Rudra as an actor. With Ori Devuda and Little Things fame Mithila Palkar as the female co-lead, the film will be hitting the big screens in July. 7. Hari Hara Veera Mallu (Telugu) Hari Hara Veera Mallu: Part 1 is a swashbuckler action entertainer featuring Pawan Kalyan in the lead role. The movie features the tale of an outlaw, Veera Mallu, who is tasked with the job of stealing the Koh-i-Noor diamond from the Mughals. The movie, which has been postponed multiple times since its inception, was last announced for release on June 12, 2025, with a new date yet to be made official. These are some of the most anticipated films that are likely to hit the big screens in July 2025, with more expected to release as well.
Time of India
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Shiva: If someone wants to make a serious film with me, I'm game
'My race is with myself, and my ultimate aim is to entertain people,' says actor Shiva . In a chat with us, he shares about acting in Ram's Paranthu Po, which premiered at the International Film Festival Rotterdam (IFFR) earlier this year, about choosing serious roles, memes comparing him to Rohit Sharma , and more… 'I told Ram sir, 'I respect you, but let's not do a film together' Elaborating on his collaboration with Ram in Paranthu Po, the actor says, "Unlike others, I was scared when Ram sir approached me to share Paranthu Po's story. I told him, 'I have a lot of respect for you, but let's not do a film together because our genres are completely different.' His films are raw and a bit sad, while my films are the exact opposite. Later, when he narrated the film's story, I realised that it will be a feel-good film. ' Shiva says, with confidence, that he will reunite with Ram again. "He has discussed around 50 stories with me. We will work together on some of them in the future,' he says. 'I'm scared when I see memes comparing me with Rohit Sharma' Ask him about the memes that compare him with Rohit Sharma due to the similarities in their appearance, and Shiva states, "I'm scared when I see memes comparing me to Rohit Sharma. He is a great cricketer, and he has nothing to do with me. There are scenes of me playing cricket in my films, and when a real match happens, those scenes are taken and made into memes." 'We got a standing ovation in a packed theatre in Rotterdam' Shiva shares that he was extremely happy with the response that Paranthu Po received at the IFFR. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo He tells us, "It was my first time at a film festival. Paranthu Po was screened at a 650-seat theatre, one of the biggest in the fest, and all the seats were taken. Most people in the audience were non-Indians, and we got a standing ovation. It was due to Ram sir's goodwill." 'I wondered whether Kalakalappu would work, but it became a superhit' The actor opines that no one can predict how a film will turn out and says, 'No one does a film knowing that it will bomb. Pushkar & Gayatri's Va: Quarter Cutting (2010), a film I worked hard for, was not understood when it was released. On the other hand, I wondered whether Kalakalappu (2012) would work, but it became a superhit. Initially, I thought I could predict how a film would turn out, but I have realised there are various factors at play which determine how a film would do. ' 'Tamizh Padam 3 will happen very soon' The actor's biggest hit Tamizh Padam turns 15 this year, and Shiva tells us that there will surely be a third film in the franchise. He says, 'When I worked on Tamizh Padam, it felt like I was working on something new, like how it did with Chennai 600028. We did that film with the confidence that the audience will welcome new content. Tamizh Padam 3 will happen very soon." 'I 100% have plans to direct in the future' Shiva is all for doing serious films as long as they don't make the audience shed tears. "Usually, I get roles where I'm unemployed. A producer approaching me says, 'Let's do a film like Kalakalappu, Chennai 600028 or Tamizh Padam.' To do a serious film with me is a risk for the producer because, at the end of the day, this is a business. But if someone is ready to do it, then I'm game. I will make sure the film isn't too sad. People already face a lot of issues, so why make them cry when they come to the theatre? I do films for the audience,' he says. 'I grew up watching Kamal sir, so getting to see him act in Aalavandhan was a big deal for me' One of the actor's earliest film appearances was in Kamal Haasan's Aalavandhan (2001). Reminiscing about working in that film, he shares, 'I grew up watching Kamal sir, and on the set, I was watching him act in person. It was a big deal for me. I was scared of him back then, but I have spoken to him a lot since.' 'I don't say double-meaning dialogues' I don't say double-meaning dialogues. Right from Chennai 600028, I realised that it's OK if I make fun of myself, but I shouldn't hurt anyone else with my jokes.
New Indian Express
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
Santhosh Dhayanithi Interview: Working with Ram in Paranthu Po was like an exam
Director Ram, known for his poignant storytelling, is making a theatrical comeback after almost six years with Paranthu Po, starring Shiva. He last helmed the 2019 Mammootty-starrer Peranbu. Also starring Anjali, Paranthu Po is gearing up to become a throwback to the monochrome era of Tamil cinema — for its choice to feature an impressive 20 songs. Music director Santhosh Dhayanithi, marking his maiden collaboration with Ram, describes the project as a thrilling creative challenge. 'Paranthu Po holds many firsts for me. It's my first time working with Ram sir, and also the first time I've composed this many songs. Interestingly, I began scoring after the film was completely shot, which meant I had to create music that seamlessly fit pre-existing visuals. It was an entirely new experience,' he shares. The seemingly shorter attention spans demand taut screenplays, which, in turn, minimised the presence of songs in Tamil films. Paranthu Po attempts to break this convention. 'The film initially had over 20 tracks, and we eventually trimmed it to exactly 20. However, as seen in earlier films, there aren't traditional 'song situations'. Dialogues have been transformed into lyrical expressions with background compositions. The music enhances the storytelling and never distracts from it,' Santhosh explains.
