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Thursday, 27 December 2018

WHY “SEETHAKAATHI” PRODUCERS ARE IN PEACEFUL CELEBRATIONS OF HAPPINESS?

WHY “SEETHAKAATHI” PRODUCERS ARE IN PEACEFUL CELEBRATIONS OF HAPPINESS?

The producers at Passion Studios call this a serene happiness, where everyone in their production studio is immersed in joy over the loveable response over all the places. With their intentions being distinctly clear about delivering a tribute to ‘World of State Play’ and their target groups eventually enjoying the drama in theatres has satisfied them absolutely. However, their uttermost happiness is being lucky enough to produce a film with unique theme and treatment, which is 10 years ahead of Hollywood. Passion Studios is now in great reverence of filmmaker Balaji Tharaneetharan – the mastermind behind this phenomenal creation and “Makkal Selvan” Vijay Sethupathi, who soulfully wanted to be a part of this film as a gesture of expressing his respect towards the platform that he earnestly believe is the reason behind what he is now in Tinsel Town.

“Seethakaathi” featuring Vijay Sethupathi as a 75-yr old drama artist was released on December 20 worldwide. The film has musical score by Govind Vasantha and cinematography handled by Saraskanth TK.

The producers believe that Vijay Sethupathi’s outspoken gesture of openly announcing about his screen time of 40 minutes in “Seethakaathi” had prepared the audiences with exact mindset. They claim that such practices of devising the people even before they come to theatres will pave way for more such pure cinema.

Thursday, 20 December 2018

Seethakaathi will have the scheduled release on 20th December says Producer Sudhan Sundaram.

Seethakaathi will have the scheduled release on 20th December says Producer Sudhan Sundaram.

Seethakaathi starring Vijay Sethupathi has clicked itself right in all the boxes with both commercial and creative success. Appreciated by the media and a large section of celebrities who had thronged to watch this much expected film yesterday . This happens to be the versatile actor's 25th film and had naturally created huge expectations . Apart from the swelling number of Vijay Sethupathi fans even the general audience too are keen to capture the "Aiyya"moments .With the festive mood creeping in for a golden release tomorrow on 20 th December, one of the producers Sudhan Sundaram clarified the rumours that had been floated around by certain vested interests that the film will not be releasing in time due to some legal constraints that are directly un related to the film.

"There is an issue in regard to the title and it will be sorted out any time from now on. Mean while certain vested interests are circulating a false propaganda that the release is disturbed. It is absolutely baseless and i assure the audience a film will have a smooth release and it will cater to the masses and classes alike " declared Sudhan Sundaram with pride.

Seethakaathi is inspired from questions that came up in my mind after watching a stage play before few years

Seethakaathi is inspired from questions that came up in my mind after watching a stage play before few years” –Balaji Tharaneetharan

Filmmaker Balaji Tharaneetharan thoroughly amused with a commendable debut ‘Naduvula Konjam Pakkatha Kaanom’, which had its own situational emotions and humour. In all essence, Seethakaathi will be enriched with these ingredients and speaking about another commonality between these movies, both is inspired from real life encounters. Director Balaji Tharaneetharan recollects the incident saying, “Seethakaathi is inspired from questions that came up in my mind after watching a stage play before few years. The stage artistes were giving a soulful act as though they were performing before a huge crowd. However, the number of audiences was limited to merely countable figure. Aftermath, I spent few hours interacting with them and was surprised by their childlike emotions and excitements, where appreciations and applause meant a lot to them than money. As I came back from there, my mind was occupied with lots of doubts, questions and imaginations, which gradually resulted in the origin of ‘Seethakaathi’.”

Involving the film’s title and significance to a Tamil proverb, Balaji Tharaneetharan says, “I cannot reveal anything on the plot as it could become a spoilsport. By the end of show, audience will realize the relevance.”

Speaking about Vijay Sethupathi, he says, “Yes, it’s been a long journey involving both of us in Seethakaathi. It was immediately after NKPK, I had the concept of this film and Vijay Sethupathi asked if he could play the lead. However, I felt that he was joking about it and then in 2017, I went back to him, he immediately got into the project without any hesitations. (Smiles) Maybe, ‘Ayya’ was waiting for him to make it happen. Sometimes, in life, we don’t choose certain things, but they choose us, isn’t it?”

“Seethakaathi didn’t have its emotions confined to script and camera lens, but for me the experience has been beyond them. To work with drama artists itself was huge gift. To see them perform soulfully that sometimes would leave lump in my throat? Mouli sir has done an incredible performance, mostly with silence and few words. Archana madam, Mahendran sir, Rajkumar and Bhagavathi Perumal have given their inmost life into their characters,’ tots up Balaji

Produced by Passion Studios, Seethakaathi is scheduled for worldwide release on December 20.

Tuesday, 18 December 2018

Once audiences are settled into the World of Ayya

“Once audiences are settled into the ‘World of Ayya’, they will start travelling along” – Editor R Govindaraj

While every actor and technician of Vijay Sethupathi starrer ‘Seethakaathi’ is soaked in their own emotions, Editor R Govindaraj has few words to share on his part as well.

“When I was narrated with the story of Seethakaathi, I could feel the experience of watching an ‘Emotional Humour Drama’. Well, I had certain assumptions that editing a film of such genre will be a pretty usual one, where abrupt cuts and transitions wouldn’t be prevalent. But, I was completely surprised to see my beliefs proved wrong when I had the film on editing table. There are few scenes, which completely banked on ‘Editing’. Be those slow motions to convey emotions or the fast cuts to evoke humour in shooting backdrops, it demanded for an efficient process. More than all, letting ‘Ayya’ travel throughout the film was the topmost priority not alone for me, but to every technical department, which had kept everyone focused,” says Editor R Govindaraj.

On speaking about the film’s running length, he says, “Every film has its own momentum and Seethakaathi is a film that has lots of moments that will somehow get deep. I cannot reveal more on such instances as it would be a spoilsport. Yes, there is some surprise elements in the film with emotions and humour blended. Once audiences are settled into the ‘World of Ayya’, they will start travelling along.”

Seethakaathi is produced by Passion Studios and is directed by Balaji Tharaneetharan. Scheduled for worldwide release on December 20, the film has an ensemble star-cast including Vijay Sethupathi, Mouli, Archana, Sunil, Rajkumar, Bhagavathi Perumal, Mahendran and few more prominent actors. Govind Vasantha of ‘96’ fame is composing music for this film and cinematography is handled by Saraskanth TK.

Saturday, 15 December 2018

Archana in Seethakaathi

My character in Seethakaathi is bundled emotions of joy, sadness, fear and pathos Archana

There’s always a specific thing about film protagonists are seen as upright and honest persons. While they might be seen dominating with their screen presence, what actually is to be noted are their spouses. They might not have more words to utter, but their sufferings in silence could be sensed exceedingly. Meet veteran actress Archana, our very own Mrs. Ayya – Lakshmi, who will reflect these qualities being the spouse of most celebrated and artist icon.

“Yes, that’s an inevitable situation, when you’re soulmate is someone, who is not a materialistic man, but a Kalaignan (Artist),” says Archana with few seconds of silence followed by smile. “This isn’t something called sacrifice, but standing beside the shoulder of someone, who breathes their life, heart and soul for ART is a responsibility. If at all, I am bounded to such emotions, it is all because of one man called ‘AYYA’. My character in Seethakaathi is bundled emotions of joy, sadness, fear and pathos,” says Archana.

When asked to opine upon her co-star Vijay Sethupathi, she instantly says, “Yes, as I said it’s AYYA and I am not able to separate it from Vijay Sethupathi. It is not just during the shoot, even when I see his pictures and visuals from the film, I can’t think of separating them both. I am sure that it is not just for me, but it will be identical with everyone in team and for audiences as well.”

Archana extends her unconditional praises on Balaji Tharaneetharan as she says, “I used to wonder throughout the shoot on what really inspired him to take up such a unique theme. While the contemporary generation of filmmakers focus on routine patterns, his out-of-box thinking had put me in complete amazement. Of course, he is the creator ‘AYYA’ and I believe that people will celebrate him for this.”

Seethakaathi is produced by Passion Studios, which will feature Vijay Sethupathi as a 75-yr old drama artist. Scheduled for release on December 20, the film has musical score by the recent musical sensation – Govind Vasantha.

Thursday, 13 December 2018

Interesting Tit Bits On Seethakaathi Movie

Seethakaathi Pre-Release Event Press Release

Being ennobled as the most expected release of this season, the entire cast and crew of Vijay Sethupathi starrer “Seethakaathi” were present.

Around 17 drama artists including Ooty Mani, Kalai Piththan, Sri Rangam Rangamani, IOB Ramachandran, Ms. Manimeghalai, Ms. Jayanthi, L. Mohan, Logi Udhayakumar, Muthukumar, Vidiyal Vinayagam, Abdul, Raghavan, Aadhiraasan, Gopala Krishnan, Ms. Suhasini Sanjeev and Jaga Jeevan.

Balaji Tharaneetharan said, “Every drama artist who came for the auditions were tremendous, but we could choose only 17 artistes as the script demanded only them. More than auditioning and working with them, it was a huge learning experience to me.”

While speaking about Balaji Tharaneetharan said, “Initially, I didn’t have Vijay Sethupathi in mind. But after years, when I wanted to approach him again, I was little doubtful whether he would accept the offer. But he immediately accepted and this project was possible only because of him. In fact, it wasn’t just about his acting, but he gave lots of inputs that have worked out good results. Another person who has given excellent effort is music director Govind Vasantha, who had composed music for my unreleased movie Oru Pakkathu k

and am happy that his fame got huge with 96. He has given a soulful work for Seethakaathi.”

Vijay Sethupathi said, “After wearing the makeover of Ayya, I had imagined a lot on how to perceive the role. But I needed someone for a perfect inspiration and it was Ooty Mani Anna who helped me. I am requesting everyone to audition theatre artistes like him as we are lacking proficient performers.”

Later speaking about the film working experience, he said, “This is my 25th film and it was something out of dream. I never imagined Seethakaathi will be my 25th film. It’s because of Producers at Passion Studios, this film was possible. Anything in the world cannot be pushed by an individual, but universe helps it and am so emotionally happy that everyone has been a part of my journey.”

Producer Jayaraman said, “There are lots of surprises in the film. Expect the unexpected is what I would say about the film.”

Music Director Govind Vasantha said, “Balaji Tharaneetharan is like a mentor and God Father to me. Working in Seethakaathi is a soulful experience. It will not be preachy anywhere. I feel that I have given my best till the date. I would request all to watch the film in theatres for a good experience.”

Actress Remya Nambeesan said, “Being my close friend, music director Govind Vasantha told me that the film has come out really well. I am as curious as everyone to watch the film. Of course, with such a promising team, one can be sure how well the film would be.”

Actor Rajkumar said, “After NKPK, this will be a special film to me. I was really thrilled to see the drama artists recite dialogues during script reading session. Then it was Balaji Tharaneetharan who encouraged me. Every shot in the film would be like an examination. I am thankful to everyone in the team for being supportive.”

Director Deekay who has done a cameo in this film said, “When Balaji Tharaneetharan called me for a screen test, I had fear in me. But he had been so much supportive. I have learnt a lot from him, especially for his making style. Thank you for shaping me as actor and (Jokingly) I will be a competition to Vijay Sethupathi from next film.”

GM Kumar said, “I don’t have scenes with Vijay Sethupathi in Seethakaathi, but I had lots of experience working with him in Kadhalum Kadandhu Pogum. In his film, I have essayed the role of a lawyer. I think it has come out well.”

Actor Vetrimani said, “There are lots of interesting moments in the film and hope everyone loves it.”

Cinematographer Saraskanth TK said, “I would have not got a better launch than this. Such a nice team to work with. Thought it might sound cliche, I must add that we were like family. When the movie started, Balaji told me that let us not exaggerate too much with colors for it must look natural.”

Art Director Vinoth Rajkumar, “I didn’t have confidence when Balaji Tharaneetharan sir kept insisting me to work in his NKPK and OPK. But again, he invited me to work again in Seethakaathi. He has beautifully presented the film. Vijay Sethupathi Brother will be seen as a legend in this movie.”

Editor Govindaraj said, “Seethakaathi is a tough subject and it has been nicely conveyed by Balaji Tharaneetharan. I am so much surprised that what was written as script has been exactly made as movie. There isn’t even a single deleted scene.