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Time of India
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'STR 49' faces twists and turns: Was there a creative clash between Silambarasan and Santhanam over Ramkumar Balakrishnan's directorial?
Actor Silambarasan TR 's 49th film, tentatively titled 'STR 49,' was officially launched with a pooja under the direction of 'Parking' fame Ramkumar. Shooting was initially scheduled to begin in June. However, unexpected roadblocks emerged after the film's producer was caught in an Enforcement Directorate (ED) investigation. Following this, it was reported that Simbu had creative disagreements with the team, leading to delays and internal tensions. Reported rift between Simbu and Santhanam Comedian Santhanam was initially announced as part of 'STR 49,' marking a shift from lead roles back to a comedian's role. According to Asianet, Santhanam placed certain conditions particularly that his character should have equal importance to Silambarasan's. These demands reportedly created friction between the two, making Simbu temporarily shelve the film. While neither the actor has officially spoken about the reported issue, the sources in the industry indicated that the fallout made Simbu rethink the film and its cast. Change in direction after script concerns Another obstacle allegedly originated from Ramkumar's final script, which did not satisfy Silambarasan. With increasing creative issues and production uncertainties, Simbu said that he has dropped the project in its current form and has opted for a change in the director. Ramkumar is now asked to contact other prominent actors for new undertakings, while Silambarasan has moved forward with other collaborations, including directors with films Desingh Periasamy and Ashwath Marimuthu . 'STR 49' gets a new life with Vetri Maaran The latest buzz confirms that Vetri Maaran has taken over with music composed by GV Prakash Kumar. Based on a North Chennai backdrop, the story reportedly draws from the 'Rajan Vagaira' script originally penned for Ken Karunas. The film features a star-studded cast including Kavin, Nelson, Andrea, and Samuthirakani, and the shoot is already in progress.
Time of India
13-06-2025
- Time of India
6 get life term for killing village head in Hathras 2016
Agra: The district court in Hathras on Friday sentenced six men to life imprisonment for the murder of Bidhipur village head, Ramu alias Ramkumar, in 2016 over election-related animosity. The court also imposed a fine of Rs 50,000 each on convicts — Pramod, Narendra alias Goli, Shivkumar, Brijesh, Pradeep and Jaikumar — all residents of Bidhipur. Officials said the incident took place on July 20, 2016, when Ramu, then 35, was on way to Hathras on a motorcycle. He was ambushed and shot dead near Nagla Imaliya on Jalesar Road under Kotwali Hathras Junction police station limits. Additional district govt counsel (ADGC), Ashok Kumar, said, "The murder stemmed from rivalry following Ramu's victory in the panchayat elections six months prior to the incident. Based on a complaint by the victim's family, a case was registered under IPC section 302, and all the accused were arrested following an investigation." Following years of legal proceedings, the court found all six accused guilty and pronounced the life sentences. "All six convicts were taken into custody and sent to jail," the ADGC said. Follow more information on Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad here . Get real-time live updates on rescue operations and check full list of passengers onboard AI 171 .
New Indian Express
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
Vishnu Vishal-Ramkumar's Irandu Vaanam wraps filming
Weeks after revealing the first look poster from actor Vishnu Vishal starrer Irandu Vaanam, the makers announced on Tuesday that the production has wrapped. The actor on his social media appreciated director Ramkumar for making "something unique and interesting again". The film was under production for 150 days. Irandu Vaanam, which has Mamitha Baiju as the female lead, marks the third collaboration between Ramkumar and Vishnu Vishal, following Mundasupatti and Ratsasan. The film's first look was suggestive of a romantic and fantastical themes. Joining Ramkumar in the technical crew are music composer Dhibu Ninan Thomas, cinematographer Dinesh K Babu, editor San Lokesh, art director A Gopi Anand, and stunt choreographer Vicky. Ramkumar is returning to direction almost seven years after Ratsasan (2018). Meanwhile, Vishnu Vishal, last seen in Lal Salaam, has Mohandas and Aaryan in the pipeline. Sathya Jyothi Films is producing Irandu Vaanam. Plot details, rest of the cast, and release details regarding Irandu Vaanam are yet to be made by the makers.
New Indian Express
07-06-2025
- New Indian Express
College student among seven held for blackmailing Namakkal jeweller in honeytrap extortion case
TIRUPPUR: The district police arrested a gang of seven, including a 19-year-old college student, for allegedly blackmailing and extorting a Namakkal-based jeweller on Friday. The accused were Krithika (19), Rajasekar (49), A Palanisamy (51), all from Erode; Arun (33) from Dharmapuri; Suresh Kumar (36) from Salem; as well as Nelson (41) and Naresh Kumar (38), both from Vellore. Police said Ramkumar (name changed) of Pallipalayam in Namakkal runs a jewellery store. In mid-April, he received a missed call from an unknown number. When he returned the call, Krithika took his call and befriended him and their bond soon grew. Notably, their interactions were limited to voice calls. Ramkumar soon expressed his desire to meet her in person. Krithika asked him to meet her privately at her friend's house in Sottamedu near Perumanallur on Tuesday evening, confirming that no one else will be there, police added.
Indian Express
23-05-2025
- Business
- Indian Express
What is the highest denomination of the Indian Rupee ever printed by the RBI?
Many individuals recall the Rs 2,000 note, now no longer in circulation, as the highest denomination in India following its introduction after the demonetisation in 2016. Interestingly, in a period in India's history when its currency consisted of annas and paisas, larger denomination notes coexisted. According to the RBI, the most significant note ever issued was the Rs 10000 note. The 10000 note was first introduced in 1938 but was demonetised in January 1946 by the British authorities amid their growing concerns over hoarding and the rise in black-market activities during World War II. Nonetheless, the note was reintroduced post-independence, in 1954, alongside other high-denomination notes like the Rs 5,000, and was primarily used for large transactions by businesses and traders, rather than ordinary citizens. However, in an effort to combat the black money economy, it was once again demonetised in 1978 and was formalised through the High Denomination Bank Note (Demonetisation) Act, 1978, under which all the high denomination bank notes' will cease to be legal tender after January 16, 1978. Former Reserve Bank of India (RBI) governor Raghuram Rajan suggested the introduction of Rs 5,000 and Rs 10,000 notes, as reported by the Public Accounts Committee (PAC), which was rejected, and Rs 2,000 notes were issued instead on May 18, 2016. Notably, Ramkumar, an Indian based in Dubai, was claimed to have the rare Rs 10,000 note from 2015. According to a Gulf News source, the Reserve Bank of India's data indicates that before the 1978 demonetisation, only 346 Rs 10,000 notes were in circulation, with fewer than 10 such notes available today.
