I am nothing without my dad: Dhruv Vikram

The audio of actor Dhruv Vikram's much awaited romantic action drama Adithya Varma was launched amidst much fanfare at the Sathyam Cinemas today.

The film, which is the Tamil remake of the Telugu blockbuster Arjun Reddy, marks the acting debut of Dhruv Vikram, the son of one of Tamil industry's most dearly loved heroes, Chiyaan Vikram. Directed by Gireesaya, the film also features Banita, Priya Anand and Anbu Dasan among others.

A  host of celebrities attended the audio launch as did the cast and the crew of the film.

Speaking at the audio launch, the producer of the film, Mukesh Mehta said, "Vikram never behaved like a star during the making of Adithya Varma. He was only present as Dhruv's father. You will get to see Dhruv and Chiyaan Vikram act together in a film in 2021 and you can rest assured that it will be a big hit."

One of India's top cinematographers, Ravi K Chandran, who is the cinematographer of the film said, "My son has done the cinematography of this film in Hindi and I have done it for the Tamil version. That by itself is a challenge and that comes from within the family." The cinematographer was all praise for the unit and in particular, for Dhruv, who he said had done a fantastic job in this challenging role.

Gireesaaya, who is making his debut as a director through Adithya Varma, said, "I have worked as an assistant director to many directors but I have got my first break in Tamil." Expressing his gratitude to the Tamil film industry and to the langugage, the director said he needed to thank actor Vikram and producer Mehta immensely for the opportunity.  Talking about his hero Dhruv. Gireesaaya said, "Dhruv is ultimate. His commitment and dedication are extraordinary. After all, he is like his father. Like father, like son."

The director said he needed to  apologize to Dhruv for having gone for two or three takes while shooting some scenes. "I am apologising because although I have sometimes gone for two or three takes, I have always used only the first take.  Dhruv's first take has always been brilliant. I Love you Dhruv!," the director said. He also had words of praise for both actress Priya Anand and heroine Banita, who he said had done a brilliant job.

Speaking at the audio launch, music director Radhan clarified that he was a proper Tamilian. "As my name is different, people think I am a Telugu boy."

A visibly moved Redhan said that the reason he was on the stage today was because of actor Vikram. " Nobody can beat Vikram sir when it comes to respecting and encouraging technicians. One night, my sound recordist and I were working late. Suddenly, a soft voice from behind said,'Want a cup of coffee?' He made it for us," said the young music director, who expressed his gratitude to the actor for having given him the opportunity and for encouraging him. He also thanked his sound recordist Mujeeb Rahman, Sandy, Harsha, all his singers and lyricists.

 

Actress Priya Anand, who spoke on the occasion, thanked producer Mukesh for having launched her in Malayalam through Ezra.
"When I worked with Sridevi ma'am in English Vinglish, I found her to be a wonderful mom. Similarly, while working in Adithya Varma, I found Vikram sir to be a wonderful and caring dad," the actress said and added that the relationship between actor Vikram and his son Dhruv was special. She pointed out that Dhruv was fun to work with and that Adithya Varma will be very fresh and engaging.

The heroine of the film, Banita, began her speech by thanking the Assistant directors team, which she termed "incredible". She also thanked her director Gireesaaya for pushing all the actors and for doing such a wonderful job. Banita too expressed her gratitude to actor Vikram for his immense support during the making of the film. Stating that she was inspired by actor Vikram, the actress said, "I am so indebted to you Vikram sir. Thank you for working so tirelessly everyday to make me and Dhruv look good." Speaking about her co-star Dhruv, Banita said, " I am so proud of you Dhruv. I am so honoured to be at the start of an incredible journey with you."

The highlight of the audio launch was actor Dhruv Vikram's speech. The young actor, began his speech saying, "I have been to several schools and colleges to deliver speeches but that was easy. However, today is different because my family is here."

Expressing gratitude to his family members for their immense support, he said, "It is because of my family that I am here today. If it were not for their support and motivation, I wouldn't be here."

The actor also disclosed that there was a team that had been consistently and dedicatedly working on this film for two years and thanked them. The dashing actor thanked his producer Mukesh Mehta for backing him and his music director Radhan for making him sing a song.

Talking about director Gireesaaya and co-director Shaurya, Dhruv said that he knew that the film was in the best hands right from the start.

The young actor next spoke about his dad, actor Vikram.

"I have no words for Appa. His dedication for this film was 100 per cent. I know that my dad is a good actor but more than that he is a great father. I am nothing without him. What you see in me is basically another facet of his." Thanking his fans for all their love, the actor said that he was nothing without them.  

Dhruv said that he was here because of his mom and dad. "I wished to honour my dad and that is why I am here on this stage," he said.

Joining his son on stage, an immensely happy actor Vikram laughingly said, "I don't know to talk like Dhruv."

The actor confessed that he had never felt tension, even while awaiting his 12th standard results or waiting for Sethu's release. "However, today I am tense. Not just today but for some time now, I am tense," Vikram said, giving an indication of how much he loved and cared for his son.

"You can launch Dhruv however you want but you need an important story," Vikram said and thanked producer Mukesh Mehta for picking Dhruv and for having faith in him. "Mukesh Mehta sir had bought the rights of the film because he saw the powerful story in it. He saw a dubsmash of Dhruv and approached me to get Dhruv to play this role. This was a wonderful launch pad."

Vikram said that they had done Adithya Varma with a vision and a lot of love and it was a wonderful experience.

Complementing director Gireesaaya and co-director Shaurya, Vikram said, "They were particular that the authenticity of the film was ensured.  They were very clear about what they wanted. Both Shaurya and Giri are like twins. Without Giri or Shaurya, this film couldn't have been possible. I am also like an assistant director in this film."

Actor Vikram also thanked cinematographer Ravi K Chandran and recalled that they used to share a room at one point in time. "Today, he is one of India's best DOPs. We are here because of our dream. That is what I told Dhruv as well. Follow your dreams."

The actor also thanked heroines Banita and Priya. Thanking his fans for all their love, actor Vikram said, "The only legacy that I am giving to my son is you my fans. You feel the same that my friends and famiily feel for Dhruv. That love comes automatically."

Vikram said Dhruv could recall and deliver any dialogue from his film and that he would do entire scenes. He also got Dhruv to deliver some lines from a scene in the film, much to the delight of the scores of fans who were present on the occasion. 

Vikram on Adithya Varma VS Kabir Singh VS Arjun Reddy
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eXh403IoVqg

Vikram & Dhruv Singing together | Adithya Varma Audio Luanch
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tSJ9EOT6wns

Today is a different day | Dhruv Superb Speech | Adithya Varma Audio Launch
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qVEtfQbEp3U

Priya Anand | Evarukku irukkuri conviction oru periya arpudham | Adithya Varma

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eDLT801lCjQ

LKG MERIT SEAT SUCCESS MEET PRESS RELEASE

Unlimited emotions and happiness happened to be the commonality found among the entire team of LKG as they are relishing the success of the movie. It’s a rarity to see a film winning both commercially and critically. Here are some of the excerpts from the occasion.

JK Rithesh said, “As I said earlier during the pre-Release event, I am so much glad to be a part of this film and if not for the hard work and creative abilities of the entire team, especially RJ Balaji, the film would have not made so much success.”


Actor Ram Kumar said, “Balaji’s talent needn’t be revealed by me now as the film’s success itself has made it known to everyone else. As a producer, I am so much happy that producer like Isari K Ganesh has been a gift to Tamil industry and such personalities are really the need of hour to promote and encourage young talents. Everyone in the team has done a marvellous job. Music Director Leon James’ father Noel has been my close friend and to see him as second generation here in the industry is a good scenario. Cinematographer has done a remarkable job where we would usually see a LIC building when an establishing shot of Chennai is shown, but to see him handle camera, it was like watching a cosmopolitan city like Newyork and Mumbai.”


Music Director Leon James said, “I thank Isari K Ganesh sir for giving him an opportunity to be a part of this film. Big thanks to RJ Balaji too and his creativity is phenomenal that is now being appreciated by everyone. I congratulate him on this success and wish him more victories with lots of successful projects.”


Cinematographer Vidhu said, “Listening to Leon James music was like that of AR Rahman sir’s works in 90s. RJ Balaji and Priya Anand have been so much supportive and they made me feel so much comfortable. I thank Isari K Ganesh sir for being so much supportive in giving what all was required for the film.”


Actor Mayilsamy said, “These days, it’s a speculative situation, where it has become a difficult thing to release a film. Even if released, it turns out to be a tough situation to have a successful run despites being a good one. In this critical juncture, I am so much happy to see that LKG has outperformed in contrary to such scenarios. As the banner says - MERIT SEAT SUCCESS MEET, the film has been evidently proved of such paradigms. It’s all because of hard work by entire team and great support of producer Isari K Ganesh. Today, making good movies based on political genre has become a need of hour and am consistently taking up movies that belong to such genres. Priya Anand has been so much down to earth and has been really a loveable person to work with and so have been others in the film..”


Lyricist Pa Vijay who spoke on the occasion said, “I am really happy to be a part of this success meet. I thank each and everyone especially RJ Balaji. Starting his journey as a Jockey, he knows what the best formula to score success points. Although I have written so many songs across the years, only few remain close to heart for ages to comes and RJ Balaji has given me an opportunity to pen such a song, which is Tamizh Anthem.”


Think Music Santhosh said, “For many reasons, the producer sir has been blessed with good team. We are welcoming Leon James into our family and his musical score for Tamizh Anthem gave me Goosebumps when I heard it for the first time. Thank you Leon for such a good music it will remain to be a catalogue for us.”


Politician turned actor Nanjil Sampath came up with his usual blend of rhetorical essence and beautiful speech. He said, “Everything involving this project from beginning till now looks like a dream. When RJ Balaji approached me for the film, I wasn’t sure if it work out well. But when I went to theatre for the early morning show on first day, I was feeling as though reborn. I couldn’t control my tears and it was such a joyful moment. It wasn’t just about the team giving me an opportunity to work in this film, but everyone were so much humble and down to earth. It wasn’t just about shooting, but I enjoyed so much relishing the delicious food. LKG has now escalated my height and I thank RJ Balaji who is my 11th child as I already have 10 children.” He recreated the dialogue in the movie by saying referring the quote of Winston Churchill from the movie and the auditorium got spangled with applause.

Actress Priya Anand said, “I am so much blessed to be a part of this film as I was part of some big projects in Telugu, Kannada and Malayalam movies. I thank producer Isari K Ganesh sir and RJ Balaji sir for giving me such a good opportunity to be a part of this movie. I request PRABHU sir to start his next project at the earliest and his talent was very much evident throughout the shooting. RJ Balaji’s writing is really intellectual and his passion for such good contents will definitely take him to greater places.”

Director KR PRABHU said, “I thank the audience, Press and media for making this film successful. Usually, I am a man of few words, but I must thank everyone in the team. I thank producer Isari K Ganesh sir for believing in me and giving an opportunity to make my dreams come true. Next one is RJ Balaji who was so much supportive and then it was everyone else in the team. Ram Kumar sir has been such a good support to film and his prideful walk meant a lot to us in the movie. Mayilsamy, Priya Anand and almost everyone, especially the newcomer Nanjil Sampath sir have been pillars of the movie. Cinematographer, Editor
and Music Director Leon James are the major backbones contributing to the film’s success. I am really in awe of Sakthi Film Factory B Sakthivelan sir for having belief in our project and comparing it as Tughlaq of Cho Ramasamy sir, which the audiences have been strongly reaffirming.”


Sakthi Film Factory B Sakthivelan said, “LKG isn’t a film that is made for commercial success as we all know about the stature or Isari K Ganesh sir. I am in awe of his great gesture of believing in the film and making it materialise.” Out of love, he honoured everyone with garlands as token of appreciation to entire team.
He continued to speak saying, “There are lots of good things about the film and I can keep talking about it for hours. A film’s success is actually declared only when everyone from cycle stand to canteen and ticket counter witnessed a good collection. Soon after watching ur film a week before theatrical release, I hugged and lifted RJ Balaji as he identified himself as the mass individuals and understood their pulse.


Producer Isari K Ganesh said, “To be frank, I had never expected the film would scale so much success surpassing our expectations. All praise goes to Press and Media for being so much contributing towards it. I am so happy that the film has set to be an example and inspiration that will influence people before the forthcoming elections. We had actually strived a lot to release the movie at this particular time. I am so glad that family audiences are thronging up in theatres for this movie. If the film is a success, it’s all due to RJ Balaji and my close friend for 30 years - KR PRABHU. Among all the 5 movies that I am producing, LKG happens to be the only movie, where I happened to talk to both actor and director. RJ Balaji would call me everyday and discuss even the petty things with me. JK Ritesh has been so much helpful from bringing his own costumes and even junior artistes (Jokingly) and I would like to cast him in my future projects as well. Ram Kumar sir has kept rejecting many offers after I, but he instantly felt something intriguing about this project and immediately gave a nod. From Nanjil Sampath sir to Mayilsamy, everyone had been so much supportive. RJ Balaji was so much conscious and he made sure that nothing should become larger than life. I request him that many hero offers would come, but he must take into account of the current situation of many comedians who wanted to do same. I request him to take up content driven roles. The success of this film isn’t about box office collections, but the dedication and commitment of director is completing the film on promised time or else it would be a failure even with big collections in box office. In this aspect, KR PRABHU and his entire
team had been so much dedicated. Hats off to distributor Sakthivelan sir for being a genuine person and I have never come
across a distributor like him, who is so honest, I would like to make a strong announcement that all my forthcoming projects will be definitely given to him.”


Actor RJ Balaji said, “When everyone around me weren’t encouraging me on my dreams, it was Isari K Ganesh who believed in me and made it happen. He has been someone who has been so much helpful for years. Throughout the film, he never asked me a single question about my views and demands. Actors are the greatest blessings in this film as none of them merely performed but breathed more life into their roles. Although, there have been lots of creative differences, KR PRABHU sir was so much honest and we did our best as it was a life time opportunity for us. Starting from JK Rithesh sir, everyone was so much kind hearted. I am so much happy to hear a legend like Ram Kumar sir ask me if I could do a film for Sivaji Productions. My father Nanjil Sampath sir has been a real pleasure to work with. Priya Anand has done a lot of help to me for not all leading heroines will share the screen space with a comedian like me. The technical team has been a real blessing to me as everyone made their best attempts to nurture the project efficiently and we completed the film in just 37 days. Many called us and appreciated and one
among them was Cinematographer Ravi Varman sir appreciating our work.” RJ Balaji and Friends has been the brand that has been mentioned for film’s concept and script. RJ Balaji honoured everyone by inviting them and bringing them under spotlights.


As a token of expressing his thanks to film’s success, RJ Balaji said that a portion of his share along with Isari K Ganesh sir will be used to adopt 10 Government schools and give a complete rehabilitations in making it as an educational hub like a private school

RJ Balaji’s LKG gets huge over International platforms

What makes films based on political satires a cherry-pick of instant attractions is the factors involving ‘Reality Really Bites’. Satire is nothing but the outcome of resentments and criticisms of its own times, which becomes famous beyond the boundaries and linguistic barriers. Obviously, RJ Balaji’s upcoming film ‘LKG’ has captured the interests on the global platform multi-dimensionally. Well, with the film’s trailer being discussed on some of the YouTube channels, the new single crooned by Shruthi Haasan launched during the International cricket match between India and New Zealand in Star Sports has become a huge leap for the movie. In addition, what’s more significantly scintillating is the team’s interactional promotions at Twitter India.  

Ask filmmaker K.R Prabhu about such a phenomenal reach about the film and he says, “This is a surprise to us indeed for nothing of such sort was planned earlier. I take this opportunity to thank my producer Isari K Ganesh sir for taking special and creative efforts to commute the film towards masses. It’s not just to this film, but the projects bankrolled by him are finding new-fangled promotions and we as a team of LKG are lucky enough and privileged to be a part of project produced by him. More than all, it’s audiences who have contributed towards the success of film’s trailer and songs, thereby pushing the bars of expectations. We are overwhelmed with their viral word of mouth in spreading the best about the trailer and songs.”

Produced by Ishari K Ganesh for Vels Film International, the film features RJ Balaji Priya Anand, politician turned actor Nanjil Sampath, Ram Kumar, JK Rithesh and many more prominent actors. Leon James has composed music to the lyrical lines of Pa Vijay and filmmaker Vignesh Shivn

LKG Trailer Released Out Now

While ‘Comedy’ can be anyone’s cup of coffee, it’s not the same with ‘Political Satire’, which actually demands for a substantial content and perfect packaging so that it reaches the large scale audiences.  RJ Balaji’s LKG had its toast of success tasted with the first single track “Ethanai Kaalam Dhaan’, which became an overnight success garnering unbelievable reception. This wasn’t just limited to YouTube views; Social media Shares and Re-Tweets, but sprang up as a winner in FM Stations as well.  Well, the film’s theatrical trailer that was launched this evening has been throwing up a non-stop treat for its satire elements. What’s more intriguing is the fact that trailer has scaled One Million views  within few hours from the time of release. 

K.R. Prabhu, director of this film says, “.m We are happy about the way everyone has received the trailer, which is beyond our expectations. In fact, what we see in the trailer aren’t cherry-picks for crowd pulling attempts, but there are lots of such satire moments in the film, which isn’t just about mocking and tickling funny bones, but gives a deep space to think about certain things. I am so happy like others in the team for having a veteran actor like Sivakumar sir launch LKG trailer, that too during a much prestigious occasion of Ilaiyaraaja 75. It’s a blessing to have our movie trailer unveiled amidst such huge fanfare, where everyone enjoyed it thoroughly. We have tried our best to offer the same experience of entertainment with a content, which we believe audience will enjoy in theatres as well.” 

LKG is produced by Isari K Ganesh for Vels Film International with K.R. Prabhu making his directorial debut with this movie. While RJ Balaji and Priya Anand are playing the lead roles, others in the star-cast including Ram Kumar, veteran political personality Nanjil Sampath, JK Rithesh, Mayilsamy, Santhabharathi and few more prominent actors. Leon James has composed music for this film with Vidhu Ayyanna cranking the camera while Anthony has edited the film.

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