Music Director Sam CS – Winner with Maximum Musical Releases

Music Director Sam CS – Winner with Maximum Musical Releases in 2019

2019 has been a great year for music director Sam C.S. and he is now praised as one of the promising musicians in industry for his background score. In spite of whatever might be a scene’s intensity and depth, it’s always BGM and re-recording that actually enhances the visual drama. In this aspect, Sam CS has convincingly given the best score.

 Especially with Diwali release Kaithi, he had created an unimaginably huge magic with his BGM. With the entire story set against the racy chases and drama in the night, his musical score became a huge accompaniment in keeping us engaged. The musical score by Ispade Rajavum Idhaya Raniyum was yet another feather to his cap. While these movies belonged to unconventional themes, he didn’t miss to score big with commercial thriller movies like Ayogya, K-13, Devi 2 and Jada as well. 

His magic didn’t limit itself to BGM alone, but with songs as well. With every album having some greatly appreciable numbers, the year 2020 too looks much more promising for Sam CS.

The additional highlight about Sam CS’s musical journey in 2019 is that he happens to be the music director with more number of releases in 2019, which are 8 albums. This includes Kaithi, Ispade Rajavum Idhaya Raniyum, Devi 2, Jada, Ayogya, Gorilla, K13 and 100.

Jai’s action thriller movie titled ‘Yenni Thuniga’

Jai’s action thriller movie titled ‘Yenni Thuniga’  

Actor Jai’s lineup of movies for the upcoming season is proving to be unique in aspects of genre and premise. He has now kick-started his new project ‘Yenni Thuniga’, a high volatile thriller movie. Produced by Suresh Subramaniam for Rain of Arrow Entertainment, the film marks the directorial debut of SK Vettri Selvan, a former associate of director Vasanth and cinematographer Ravi K Chandran. He has shot several commercial advertisements as well.  The film’s shooting commenced this morning with a ritual ceremony attended by cast and crew.

Director SK Vettri Selvan says, “The film’s title Yenni Thuniga is inspired from the famous proverb of Thirukural, which signifies that several thoughts can be allowed before getting into action, but once started, there shouldn’t be stepping back. Such happens to be the characterization of our film’s protagonist Kathir, played by Jai who works in an IT company. He leads his life with the motto of “Living the moment” and that doesn’t mean, he has the devil-may-care attitude. He is good natured and is always caring about his family and friends. In contrast, there is Narmada, played by Athulya Ravi, who is so much focused and concerned about her future and others as well. However, these characters with chalk and cheese nature tend to fall in love with each other. But the film’s main conflict arises, when Jai’s peaceful life is disturbed by a bunch of bigwigs in the society, who create chaos in his life. Now he has to step forward and combat them down. This will be an out and out racy thriller film laced with twists and turns.”

While speaking about the cast and crew, SK Vettri Selvan adds, “It is well known that Jai is always outstanding with his performance and dance. In this film, he will be seen performing some extraordinary Live action sequences. I am sure; Athulya will be definitely noted for her nuance performances. Although, both of them have shared the screen space together in the movie ‘Capmaari’, their roles and this film will be completely in contrast to it. Sunil Reddy, Vaibhav’s elder brother, who debuted in films through Seethakaathi will be playing a negative role. We are now approaching one of the leading artistes to play another negative character in the film and will making official announcement on this soon.”

Anjali Nair will be seen playing another female lead in this movie, which has an ensemble star-cast. Sam CS (Music),JB Dinesh Kumar (Cinematography),  VJ Sabu Joseph (Editor), GN Murugan (Stunt), Sherif (Choreography), NJ Sathya (Costume designer), ‘96’ fame Karthik Netha (Lyrics) and Raja (Publicity design) are the main technicians involved in the film.

Arun Vijay-Arivazhagan’s spy thriller ‘AV 31’ launched

Arun Vijay-Arivazhagan’s spy thriller  ‘AV 31’ launched 

Who can forget the most outstanding film ‘Kuttram 23’ that kept everyone in cinema halls edge-seated? Being extolled as the first of its kind ‘Medical-Crime Thriller’ in South Indian industry, the film swept everyone off their feet with a strong plot and high engagement experience.  Now, the duo that created the whirling sensation in box office – Arun Vijay and director Arivazhagan are teaming up for a racy spy thriller. Tentatively titled as ‘AV 31’, the film is produced by Vijay Raghavendra for  All in Pictures. The shooting commenced this morning with a formal ritual ceremony that was attended by the cast and crew members. 

Producer Vijay Raghavendra says, "Arun Vijay and I have been close acquaintances for a pretty long time and I have always admired his hard work and gradual growth in his career. With a tremendous effort, he has now managed to land himself into the league of bankable actors by producers, directors and traders. When it comes to director Arivazhagan, he has been scaling greater peaks of success with his content-driven "Thriller" films and has been consistently expanding his terrain beyond boundaries and linguistic aspects with his unparalleled spell. With the duo’s erstwhile film ‘Kuttram 23’ being greatly acclaimed by various regional industries, I am really proud to be associated with the blockbuster duo, who are always inclined towards encapsulating their films with strong unique themes. Regina Cassandra has become a multi-lingual artiste. Her fan base has been spreading out to a greater extent with one film to the other for the factual reason that she delivers an excellent performance in diversified roles. I am really excited to see the magic that’s going to happen with this great people. I can assure that it will be a high-volatile spy thriller, which will have unlimited raciness and top-notch technical quality.”

Stefy Patel has been signed to play another female lead role and Bhagavati Perumal appears in a pivotal character. Sam CS will be composing music and cinematography is handled by B. Rajasekar. VJ Sabu Joseph (Editing) and Sakthee Venkataraj (Art) are the others in the technical team.

Kathir starrer JADA produced by The Poet Studios

Kathir starrer JADA produced by The Poet Studios and directed by debut filmmaker Kumaran had the audio launched this morning. The occasion was graced by the cast and crewmembers. 

Actor Kathir said, “Jada is like a byproduct that comes from the children of Pushkar-Gayathri. I am like their foster son and I am really in awe of Kumaran’s creativity. More than his creativity, his egoless nature is what going to escalate his directorial caliber. He is always open to all ideas and inputs, which he incorporates and presents them beautifully. The entire team of Poet Studios Production House is a superb one. Sam CS’ musical score is a great pillar to the whole movie. I can assure that Jada isn’t going to be a usual movie for it has lots of diversified flavours. There’s lot of emotions and that’s what I majorly liked about the film. Jada will emphasize the difference in ‘Football’ game between Street and International arena. Many have been linking Bigil and Jada for ‘Football’ element, but both belong to different zones. The visuals by Kumaran Suriya along with Sam CS music has elevated the film’s visuals to greater level…I would like to thank my father for being a great support and it’s because of him, I am here.” 

Directors Pushkar-Gayathri said, “Producer Vignesh is a man with golden heart. Although, he had many reasons to produce a film instantly, he waited for the right script and he has already won the best as a producer by choosing a premise like ‘Jada’. While Kumaran narrated the story for 3 hours, it was really an engrossing experience. It was like commuting us directly to the sports ground with the dramatic visuals. The twist and turn during the midway of this film is going to be an unparalleled experience for the audiences.” 

Director Kumaran said, “Standing on this dais has been my long run dream and I am thankful to my parents and elder brother for making it happen. More than all, Richard Sir (Editor of Vikram Vedha) and Gautham sir have been really helpful like pillar in getting this project materialized.  I am a huge fan of Sam CS sir and his musical elements are a biggest support to this film. It was Gautham sir who asked me to narrate the story to Pushkar-Gayathri sir and madam. They were really congenial and caring when listening to the script and they took everything into their heart giving their best suggestions. Kathir is a sweet person and he listened to the script for three long hours and prepared himself vigorously and intensely for the role. Surya sir’s visuals is going to be a superb element.  A local football player would have inherited all talents to become an International player, but is always confined to the unprivileged zones due to financial stature. Jada will emphasize on this concept and will bring it out with a unique treatment.” 

Music Director Sam CS said, “Usually, when I compose music for the films, I never look into who’s playing the lead role for I am always concerned about the contents. Films like Jada and Kaithi actually have nothing for music. I mean to say that the contents are so strong that our works are quite easy. Kathir has proved himself to be a content driven hero and he has done a remarkable job as ‘Jada’. As audiences step out of the theatres, they will remember each and every character in the movie. I start composing music for the films after reading the complete script and it was really a phenomenal experience while reading the Jada script. This film will not be a run of the mill Friday releases, but will stand out to be an exceptional winner indeed.” 

Actor Lingesh said, “I got a big brother in Madras movie and now younger one director Kumaran with Jada. Gautham has been a very strong support and aide to me. He is a honest and genuine person. Although, Richard is an editor, he would come to shooting spot and work. When Technicians are there on the spot, it will eventually boost the energy of artistes. I am gifted to be working with Sam CS, whose music is greatly celebrated by youngsters today. Kathir is a special person and you’ll eventually fall in love with him. He happens to be such a sweet guy.”

அனிருத் பாடிய யாஞ்சி, கண்ணம்மா பாடல்களுக்குப்பிறகு அடுத்த ஹிட் பாடல் ரெடி..!

இசையமைப்பாளர் அனிருத்  பாடும் பாடல்களுக்கு வரவேற்பு எப்போதும் அதிகமாகவே இருக்கும்.  அவர் பாடிய "யாஞ்சி" மற்றும் "கண்ணம்மா" பாடல்கள் பெரும் வரவேற்பைப் பெற்றிருந்தது  ...... அந்த வரிசையில் தற்போது இசையமைப்பாளர் சாம் CS இசையில்  " ஜடா" படத்திற்காக பாடியிருக்கிறார். 

கதிர்  நடிப்பில் அறிமுக இயக்குனர் குமரன் இய க்கும் படத்தை பொயட் ஸ்டூடியோ தயாரித்திருக்கிறது. கால்பந்தாட்ட வீரனை ப்பற்றிய படத்திற்கு இசையமைத்திருப்பவர் சாம் CS. 

இந்தப்படத்தில் முக்கியமான ஒரு பாடலை அனிருத் பாடினால் சிறப்பாக இருக்கும் என்று படக்குழுவினர் அனிருத்தை அணுகியிருக்கிறார்கள். 

அனிருத்தும்  பாடலின் டியூனைக்கேட்டு உற்சாகமாகி  பாடலை பாடிக்கொடுத்துள்ளார். 

பாடல் மிகச்சிறப்பாக வந்துள்ளதால் இசையமைப்பாளர் சாம்CS உள்ளிட்ட படக்குழுவினர் உற்சாகத்தில் உள்ளனர். 

சமீபத்தில் வெளியான 'கைதி' திரைப்படத்தில் சிறப்பான இசையை கொடுத்த இசையமைப்பாளர் சாம் CS அடுத்து வெளிவரவிருக்கும் "ஜடா" படத்திற்கும் சிறப்பான இசையை கொடுத்துள்ளார் . விரைவில் வெளியாகவிருக்கும் ஜடா பாடத்தின் குழுவினர் உற்சாகத்தில் உள்ளனராம்.

மீண்டும் ஜோடியாக நடிக்கும் ஜெய் - அதுல்யா ரவி

ஒரு திரை ஜோடி தங்கள் அபரிமிதமான கெமிஸ்ட்ரியின் மூலம் ரசிகர்கள் கவனத்தை ஈர்க்கும்போது, அதே ஜோடியை மீண்டும் மீண்டும் திரையில் ஜோடியாக நடிக்க வைக்க அணுகுவார்கள் என்பது மறுக்க முடியாத உண்மை. ஜெய் மற்றும் அதுல்யா ரவி ஆகியோர் இதற்கு ஒரு விதிவிலக்கான விளக்கமாக மாறி வருகின்றனர். எஸ்.ஏ. சந்திரசேகர் இயக்கும் 'கேப்மாரி' என்ற சமீபத்திய படம் ஒன்றில் இருவரும் ஜோடியாக நடிக்கிறார்கள். ஆச்சரியம் என்னவென்றால், இந்த குறுகிய இடைவெளியிலேயே அறிமுக இயக்குனர் வெற்றிசெல்வன் எஸ்.கே இயக்கும் மற்றொரு படத்திற்காக அவர்கள் இருவரும் ஒப்பந்தம் செய்யப்பட்டுள்ளனர்.

படத்தின் களம் மற்றும் கதாபாத்திரங்கள் குறித்து இயக்குனர் வெற்றிசெல்வன் எஸ்.கே கூறும்போது, “இது ஆக்‌ஷன், கிரைம் மற்றும் காதல் ஆகியவை கலந்த ஒரு படம். ஜெய்யின் கதாபாத்திரம், நம் சுற்றுப்புறத்தில் காணும் ஒருவரை போன்ற ஒரு யதார்த்தமான ஒரு மனிதரை போன்றது. இருப்பினும், சில கட்டாயமான சூழ்நிலைகள் நீதியை தனது கைகளில் எடுக்கும்படி அவரை கட்டாயப்படுத்துகின்றன. இது மகிழ்ச்சி, எனர்ஜி மற்றும் கோபமான இளைஞனையும் இணைக்கும் ஒரு கதாபாத்திரம். அதுல்யா ரவி ஜெய்யின் ஜோடியாக நடிக்கிறார். ஸ்கிரிப்டை எழுதிய உடனேயே, நாங்கள் உண்மையில் பக்கத்து வீட்டு பெண் போன்ற ஒரு நடிகையை தேடிக் கொண்டிருந்தோம். மேலும் அதுல்யா சரியானவராக இருப்பதாக உணர்ந்தோம்" என்றார்.

‘சீதக்காதி’ படத்தில் நடித்த வைபவ்வின் மூத்த சகோதரர் சுனில் இந்த படத்தில் ஒரு முக்கிய கதாபாத்திரத்தில் நடிக்க ஒப்பந்தமாகி இருப்பதால், அவர் இங்கே வில்லனாக நடிக்கிறாரா? என்று யூகம் வரலாம். அது குறித்து தெளிவுபடுத்தும் இயக்குனர் கூறும்போது, "இல்லை, அவர் ஒரு முக்கிய கதாபாத்திரத்தில் நடிக்கிறார். வில்லனாக நடிக்க நாங்கள் இன்னும் யாரையும் இறுதி செய்யவில்லை" என்றார்.

இப்போது, இந்த படத்தில் நடிக்க பிரபல நடிகர்களுடன் பேச்சுவார்த்தை நடந்து வருகிறது. விரைவில் அவர்கள் குறித்து அதிகாரப்பூர்வ அறிவிப்பு வெளியாகும். நெடுநல்வாடை புகழ் அஞ்சலி நாயர் இன்னொரு நாயகியாக நடிக்கிறார். சாம் சிஎஸ் (இசை), ஜே.பி.தினேஷ் குமார் (ஒளிப்பதிவு), வல்லினம், காஷ்மோரா, ஜூங்கா, மான்ஸ்டர் புகழ் விஜே சாபு ஜோசஃப் (படத்தொகுப்பு) ஆகியோர் தொழில்நுட்ப கலைஞர்களாக பணிபுரிகிறார்கள். ஹாலிவுட் நிறுவனமான ரெயின் ஆஃப் ஏரோஸ் என்டர்டெயின்மென்ட்டின் கிளை நிறுவனம் சார்பில் சுரேஷ் சுப்ரமணியம் தயாரிக்கும் இந்த படம் மதுரை மற்றும் கேரளாவின் சில அழகான இடங்களிலும் படமாக்கப்படும்.

Seat Edge thrillers always happen to be crowd favourites

Seat Edge thrillers always happen to be crowd favourites and irrespective of its region and languages, they have never missed to hit the bull’s eye. For this season, Arulnithi-Shraddha Srinath starrer K 13 has undoubtedly gained the appeal of everyone, especially for its mind-boggling teaser. Recently, producers SP Shankar and Santha Priya  had affirmed that they will be confirming the film’s release shortly. Now it comes officially from the production house that K 13 will be hitting screens worldwide on May 1, 2019. Directed by Barath Neelakantan, with brilliant visuals by Aravinnd Singh,racy cuts by Ruben and enthralling background score and songs by Sam CS has intensified the expectations for the film that was recently censored with an UA.

Arulnithi-Shraddha Srinath starrer ‘K13’ Teaser spins off curiosities to peak

Teasers have now become the real acid tests, where the responsibility becomes so much intense to exhibit the film’s premise in shorter duration. Moreover, things turn to be slightly complex, where revealing anything more than the limits could be a spoiler.  However, filmmaker Barath Neelakantan’s K13 teaser featuring Arulnithi and Shraddha Srinath in lead roles stands out to be a tremendous one. The 84 seconds teaser has stormed up the viewers with unlimited curiosities to know what this film is is all about. The relentless questions like is it is hostage drama, psychological thriller or fantasy one, etc – keeps resonating. Ask filmmaker Barath and he says, “It was literally more challenging to finalize the teaser as we had to go through many other versions too. Thanks to my team, especially editor Ruben for his creative approach. As said, anything more than this could turn out to be a suspense spoiler.” Regarding the genre and premise of the story, he says, “Yes, it’s a thriller and the rest is something audience should experience it themselves on big screens.” 

In addition, the director Barath Neelakantan has taken a blind bet of revealing all the characters including filmmaker Adhik Ravichandran, who was recently reported of playing a crucial role in this movie. “We wanted this teaser not just to be a curtain raiser, but to be a slightest attempt to establish characters too. These days, audiences and film buffs are keen on knowing even the minimal roles even before watching the film. So we attempted something on this and are happy that people have now recognised the characters.” 

Produced by SP Shankar and Santha Priya for SP Cinemas, K 13 also features Yogi Babu in an important role with Sam CS composing music, Aravinnd Singh handling cinematography and Ruben editing the shots

Click here to Watch the K13 Teaser:

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Sam CS gets on board K-13

Powerful contents attract powerful teams that eventually make a powerful movie. Arulnithi-Shraddha Srinath starrer K-13 has absolutely become an exact illustration to this mantra. The film had effortlessly seized everyone’s attention overnight with the first announcement involving the brilliant actors Arulnithi and Shraddha Srinath teaming up. These actors have been transmitting a lease of strong assurance across the movie watching crowds that their roles are always content-driven respectively. Moreover, the motion poster had furthermore intensified the depth of curiosity upon the film. Now there happens to be another powerful inclusion to the film and that’s none other than Music Director Sam CS. 

“Sam CS has never missed to enthrall the audiences with his musical scores irrespective of what genre the movies belong to. Especially, when it comes to edge of the seat thrillers, he has created an impeccable craft of leaving us spellbound in theatres with his BGMs. K 13 being a thriller has found the ‘Best Man on Show’,” says filmmaker Barath Neelakantan. Furthermore he adds, “Sam CS has become the integral part of Action and Thriller based movies. It’s like we are getting an extra power followed by the stellar performances of Arulnithi, Shraddha Srinath and others in the star-cast.” 

While Yogi Babu will be seen playing an important role, the technical unit has Ruben (Editor), Aravinnd Singh (Director of Photography), Udhayakumar T (Script Doctoring and Sound Design), Sudesh (Stunts).The film is produced by S.P. Shankar and Santha Priya for SP Cinemas.

VISHAL’S AYOGYA FIRST LOOK UNVEILED

VISHAL’S AYOGYA FIRST LOOK UNVEILED

Time and again, Vishal has been perfectly striding with his multi-faceted avatars. With the shooting of his upcoming film AYOGYA happening at brisk pace, the first look of this film has been unveiled. It’s yet again being proved that Vishal is turning into an unwatchable macho hunk for his tough and dashing looks, which is literally evident with his look in this film. Touted to be a racy action packed entertainer, the film features Raashi Khanna in female lead role. 

The shooting of Ayogya commenced in Chennai followed by other schedules in Vizag and Hyderabad and is now continued in Chennai. The official word on the film’s trailer, audio and worldwide theatrical release will be revealed. 

Ayogya is directed by Venkat Mohan and is produced by B Madhu for Light House Movie Makers LLP. R. Parthiban, KS Ravikumar, Sachu, Vamsi and others will be seen playing important roles in this movie. 

Sam CS (Music), VI Karthik (Cinematography), SS Murthi (Art), Ruben (Editing), Ram-Laxman (Stunts), Brindha & Shobi(Choreography, Uthara Menon (Costume), Yugabharathi-Vivek (Lyrics), Vakkantham Vamsi (Base Story), Murugesh (Production Manager), Antony Xavier (Production Executive) form the technical crew. 

AYOGYA is scheduled for worldwide release in January 2019.

Prabhu Deva sir was like a God father to the entire team of Lakshmi Vijay

  There was something more special about the entire team of Lakshmi.

Everyone looked so much invigorating and high spirited. Moreover, one could feel the emotional connect that  everyone have with this film. 

Prabhu Deva rendered a short and crisp speech that had childlike heart of gesture. He said, “When we decided to make the film, we were sure about one thing that if a dance film is made, it should be on ‘Vera Level’ graph. 

More than ennobling Vijay as a good filmmaker, I would acclaim him as a good human being. This is the reason why I am working with him with over and again. I am sure, everyone will love this film beyond dance as it owns an emotional premise.”

Prabhu Deva also broke the news that he would be teaming up with Vijay for the tied time in Devi 2 and Sam CS will be composing music. 

Sharing his words of appreciations for his co-stars, he added, “Ditya will just eclipse us easily on the screens effortlessly. She is a genius and audience will accept it.”

Director Vijay had his emotional phrases uttered as he said, “Prabhu Deva sir is more like an elder brother to me. 

As he said, when we decided to make the film, the main motto was to come up with a substantial one. It was a baggage of huge responsibility on me, but with Prabhu sir on my side, things looked complete positive.

I owe a lot to Aishwarya Rajesh for accepting this role and she has done s beautiful job. 

The little girl Ditya will the steal the show hands down. I am thankful to Ravindran sir as many would buy the film only after watching the final output, but he made it happen immediately after hearing the script.”

Aishwarya Rajesh on her part said, “Initially, I was quite determined about playing peppy girl roles after Kaaka Muttai. 

While working in Parandhu Sella Vaa in Singapore, I got this opportunity and was quite reluctant. But soon after hearing the script by Vijay sir, I couldn’t say No. I am sure Lakshmi will be more than a film and dance.

It will definitely have an emotional connection with audiences.”

Music Director Sam CS said, “I grew up watching amazed with Prabhu Deva sir movies. 

It was a huge responsibility on me to compose music for this film. There is a special reason why people love this film. 

While working on the BGM, I would pause it for a while and people around me will ask me to play it immediately. So I discovered there is a lot of emotions than dance in this movie.”

Ravindran of Trident Arts said, “We have already seen the film and it has come out very well. 

I am sure it will be received very well by everyone.”