Asin, Nayantara, Gopika and Sada : It is not the mamas that escort their daughters, the heroines for that matter, to the sets. And they are a jolly lot, chit chatting, throwing no tantrums on the sets, and not bothering the make up artistes. These critters are there just to ensure that their daughters are safe.

RDB (Rang De Basanti) has turned out an RDX with pulsating social message served like a hot pizza with desi effect. The cool 'n' hip flick is the clear leader at the box office. Tamils have something to cheer about as four people from down south have come up with stellar performances in the movie.

Rajnikanth has been an attraction for kids with his enduring action and mannerisms. His popularity is widespread around the globe. Yes, Superstaru yaarunnu kaetta china kolanthaiyum sollum. Keeping this in mind, Adlabs Films of the Ambani Group has collaborated recently with Chennai-based Ocher Studios Pvt Ltd to co-produce an animation project featuring Superstar Rajnikanth. Ever since the partnership was announced it has created waves both in corporate and film circles.

Kollywood heroes - from icons to cameo artistes - seem to follow a new mantra—that of silence. Gone is the eagerness to give out sound bytes to news-hungry reporters. The guys have become subdued and prefer a ‘keep quiet’ approach. Well, let’s see how some of these top guys have steered away from going overdrive on PR strategies.

Vettaiyadu villaiyadu has been in the news ever since it was announced, for the right and - some wrong - reasons. Touted as the sequel to director Gowtham’s smash hit Kakka kakka, the film has been having a bumpy ride in production. Major portion of the film has been completed with shooting held in the USA and our own Singara Chennai. Some segments were recently shot in Madurai. The cop story is slated for release on Tamil New Year’s Day.