KollywoodWhile Tamil films have for years treated married men who cheat on their partners sympathetically, it's only in recent times that we're seeing similar narratives with women protagonists. Sowmya RajendranThiyagarajan Kumararaja's Tamil film Super Deluxe has become a rage at the box-office, fetching rave reviews from critics and fans alike. While a section of the transgender community is unhappy with the portrayal of Shilpa, a trans woman character played by Vijay Sethupathi, the film has won praise for upturning stereotypes about gender and morality. Particularly, the portrayal of Vaembu (Samantha), a woman who has an extramarital affair, but is treated sympathetically in the narrative. Super Deluxe opens with Vaembu having a phone conversation with her former boyfriend as the credits roll. We don't see the two of them immediately; we just get to know that Vaembu invites him over to her house. And the next thing you know, Vaembu is...
- 4/3/2019
- by Sowmya
- The News Minute
InterviewBorn into a family of entrepreneurs, Archana Kalpathi talks about her family’s humble beginnings and her journey so far.Anjana ShekarIt’s not often that you’d chance upon the CEO of an enterprise standing behind counters, taking down orders and patiently addressing customers’ queries. But Archana Kalpathi of Ags Cinemas is not your regular CEO. She doesn't think twice about taking down orders for popcorn and soda. “I believe it is important for you to learn and experience just about everything that makes your business. It is important to understand the pain of standing for long hours and of handling difficult customers. I always believe this knowledge is invaluable and almost like a rite of passage,” says Archana. Born into a family of entrepreneurs, Archana talks about her family’s humble beginnings. “I was about 8 when my family began its first business, a small computer training centre - Ssi. Back then, as a joint family of 10, we lived upstairs and the centre was run downstairs.” The Kalpathi family then sold Ssi for a good profit and ventured into the entertainment industry. Archana, who had just completed her masters in New York, always knew she’d assume the mantle of her family’s business. Just before she joined, however, Ags had ventured into producing cinemas. Its maiden venture was Susi Ganesan’s Thiruttu Payale, which turned out to be a commercial success. Ags Entertainment then went on to produce several other successful films like Santosh Subramaniam, Irumbukkottai Murattu Singam, Madrasapattinam, Engeyum Kaadhal, etc. Seven years after they began producing films, in 2013, Ags Entertainment inaugurated its first movie theatre – Ags Villivakkam. The next year came Ags Omr, following which they opened a theatre in T Nagar in 2016. Ags T Nagar Ags Villivakkam Archana gushed that the theatre in T Nagar, the neighbourhood in which her family resides, has been a long-time dream. “My father always wanted a theatre within walking distance. Ags T Nagar took us quite some time to complete since we’ve always built our own theatres,” says Archana, adding, “We’ve always given prime importance to all the building compliances mandated by the government. We’ve got an automated car park in Ags T Nagar, which is probably the only theatre in India to have it. We also give high importance to fire safety. There’s a separate team for every floor in Ags T Nagar.” Archana passion shines through when she talks about the business. Having entered it at a young age of 23, she says her family stood with her through thick and thin. “They’re very forward thinking, which did not prepare me for the prejudices I’d face later on in the business. When my gender was brought into a conversation, it was quite surprising to me.” But having supportive family network has helped Archana power through in business. “My husband, who works out of Singapore, too is very encouraging of what I do and thankfully my son, who’s 9 years old now, is a sweetheart. He does not need me around all the time.” When asked about work-life balance, Archana says, “It beats me. I don’t know how that works. Both work and life are the same to me, and I should feel grateful for the kind of people who make my life.” Discussing the kind of prejudices she had to face as a woman, Archana shares that many have asked her about how she manages a long-distance marriage. “I find it bizarre when people comment on my personal life. It is also disappointing when someone asks me ‘Are they (my father and uncles) the decision makers?’ We’ve never so stuck by society’s impressions of a women’s role.” Would that make her a workaholic? “I actually work in breaks. One day I’m working 20 hours and for the next couple of days, I don’t because I’ve taken care of what needs to be done. Most of the festivals I'm not home because it is the most important time of the year for us. I don’t have weekends off, Monday blues … I only have days that I work and days that I don't,” she laughs. The recent turmoil in the industry was a challenging period says Archana. “I had 350 employees and over 50 days of no work. I was especially worried that people would move on to other forms of entertainment. We had to power through the longest strike the industry has had and the worst part was we were on both sides of the strike - as theatre owners and as producers. When the strike concluded, my entire team was so happy to be back at work. I got pictures of filled-up parking lots from my employees and people who were so happy to answer phone bookings,” she laughs. This was not the only period of turmoil Archana had to go through. In 2016, three major theatres in the city - Ags, PVR and Spi Palazzo were caught in a licensing process that was progressing at a snail’s pace. “We had invested greatly in this property and the whole burden of it was on my shoulders. However, we patiently waited for the license to come through and Ags T Nagar finally opened its doors in early 2016,” she says. Talking about the kind of films that Ags produces, Archana admits that she rarely sits on the creative bench. “I’m a science and math person. I do listen to scripts, and pass them on to my father and uncles to make the decision,” she says. While Archana has the opportunity to work with a medium that has a great impact on society, she says the problem lies in not having enough writers writing about women. “Directors themselves writing scripts is no good, their creativity is bound by financial factors. Whereas, a scriptwriter can write better roles for women. We need to make more films like Mozhi and English Vinglish. On the positive side, we have more female actors doing lead roles now,” she says. Not a stickler for stereotypes, Archana has been breaking molds in her own way. The young entrepreneur has a bigger project up her sleeve. “We’ve got a theatre coming up in Maduravoyal. It is the biggest we’ve built so far. It will have 5 screens of the large-screen format.” A movie-buff herself Archana makes it a point to watch as many movies as she can. “Although, I can never watch them in my own theatres. I’m way too critical inside our theatres to enjoy a good movie,” she laughs.
- 5/7/2018
- by Monalisa
- The News Minute
Mumbai, June 10: "Shortcut Romeo" director Susi Ganeshan is so much impressed with Ameesha Patel's work in the romantic crime thriller that he is confident it will give a great boost to her career.
In "Shortcut Romeo", a remake of Ganeshan's hit Tamil film "Thiruttu Payale", Ameesha, who is known for films like "Gadar-Ek Prem Katha" and "Humraaz", plays a negative role.
"It will create a wonderful name for her. Ameesha has done good and successful films, but this will give a great mileage (to her career) as a successful film and for a great performance (by her)," Ganeshan said here in an interview.
"I think she will.
In "Shortcut Romeo", a remake of Ganeshan's hit Tamil film "Thiruttu Payale", Ameesha, who is known for films like "Gadar-Ek Prem Katha" and "Humraaz", plays a negative role.
"It will create a wonderful name for her. Ameesha has done good and successful films, but this will give a great mileage (to her career) as a successful film and for a great performance (by her)," Ganeshan said here in an interview.
"I think she will.
- 6/10/2013
- by Leon David
- RealBollywood.com
Mumbai, June 10: Southern director Susi Ganeshan, who is ready with "Shortcut Romeo", a Hindi remake of his Tamil film "Thiruttu Payale", loves the way Bollywood is promoting movies.
"Nowadays, wherever there is a possibility people try to catch a glimpse of publicity. It's actually good," Ganeshan said here Sunday at a charity art exhibition where Ameesha Patel, who features in the movie, also celebrated her birthday with children as part of the film's promotion strategy.
"If you compare to south, these kind of promotions won't be there. But in Bollywood, wherever people assemble, people go and promote the film. I love this,".
"Nowadays, wherever there is a possibility people try to catch a glimpse of publicity. It's actually good," Ganeshan said here Sunday at a charity art exhibition where Ameesha Patel, who features in the movie, also celebrated her birthday with children as part of the film's promotion strategy.
"If you compare to south, these kind of promotions won't be there. But in Bollywood, wherever people assemble, people go and promote the film. I love this,".
- 6/10/2013
- by Abhijeet Sen
- RealBollywood.com
Coming up on June 21st is Shortcut Romeo starring Neil Nitin Mukesh, Puja Gupta & Ameesha Patel.
For the music of the film, director Susi Ganeshan brought in Himesh Reshammiya and he created a cool set of tracks for the film. One of our absolute favorites is ‘Khali Salam Dua’ sung by the great Mohit Chauhan!
Check it out!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Aa89pMlOhsk
Shortcut Romeo is a romantic thriller and is a remake of Susi Ganesh’s Tamil film, Thiruttu Payale, which was a commercial success and a box office hit. Thiruttu Payale, won Susi Ganesh the Tamil Nadu state’s Best Film award in 2006.
While the core of the story from Thiruttu Payale has been retained in the Bollywood version, Susi Ganesh said that he has made some changes, like adding more nuances to the characters and given them more screen space in Hindi.
In the film,...
For the music of the film, director Susi Ganeshan brought in Himesh Reshammiya and he created a cool set of tracks for the film. One of our absolute favorites is ‘Khali Salam Dua’ sung by the great Mohit Chauhan!
Check it out!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Aa89pMlOhsk
Shortcut Romeo is a romantic thriller and is a remake of Susi Ganesh’s Tamil film, Thiruttu Payale, which was a commercial success and a box office hit. Thiruttu Payale, won Susi Ganesh the Tamil Nadu state’s Best Film award in 2006.
While the core of the story from Thiruttu Payale has been retained in the Bollywood version, Susi Ganesh said that he has made some changes, like adding more nuances to the characters and given them more screen space in Hindi.
In the film,...
- 6/5/2013
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
Mumbai, June 2: The cast and crew of upcoming romantic crime thriller, 'Shortcut Romeo' promoted the film at a dance show organised by acclaimed choreographer of Bollywood Shiamak Davar in Mumbai.
Bollywood actor Neil Nitin Mukesh is playing the role of a protagonist, with actress Puja Gupta as his love interest and Ameesha Patel plays a negative role.
"This is the remake of his original film Thiruttu Payale (2006), which is made in Tamil. Now this is made in Hindi for the first time," said Neil.
The actors went up on the stage and Neil danced to the tunes of Bollywood songs.
Susi Ganeshan, director and producer of.
Bollywood actor Neil Nitin Mukesh is playing the role of a protagonist, with actress Puja Gupta as his love interest and Ameesha Patel plays a negative role.
"This is the remake of his original film Thiruttu Payale (2006), which is made in Tamil. Now this is made in Hindi for the first time," said Neil.
The actors went up on the stage and Neil danced to the tunes of Bollywood songs.
Susi Ganeshan, director and producer of.
- 6/2/2013
- by Arun Pandit
- RealBollywood.com
Susi Ganesh, the director of Shortcut Romeo was honoured by Martin O’Malley, Governor of State of Maryland with a citation for his contribution to Indian cinema. Susi Ganesh and his team were in New York to promote Shortcut Romeo after screening the movie and walking the red carpet at Cannes Film Festival along with actress Ameesha Patel and Puja Gupta.
Susi Ganeshan has directed some award winning movies in Tamil such as Virumbukiren, Five Star, Thiruttu Payale and Kanthaswamy. Recalling his 15 years of service and hard work to promote Indian movies especially Tamil and now Hindi, the Governor said, “The State of Maryland is proud to bestow the honour for his contribution to the entertainment industry.”
The award and the replica of great seal of the State of Maryland was presented by Dr. Rajan Natarajan, Deputy Secretary of State of Maryland and one of the high-ranking Indian-American political appointees.
Susi Ganeshan has directed some award winning movies in Tamil such as Virumbukiren, Five Star, Thiruttu Payale and Kanthaswamy. Recalling his 15 years of service and hard work to promote Indian movies especially Tamil and now Hindi, the Governor said, “The State of Maryland is proud to bestow the honour for his contribution to the entertainment industry.”
The award and the replica of great seal of the State of Maryland was presented by Dr. Rajan Natarajan, Deputy Secretary of State of Maryland and one of the high-ranking Indian-American political appointees.
- 5/29/2013
- by Press Releases
- Bollyspice
Susi Ganesh, the director of Shortcut Romeo was honoured by Martin O'Malley, Governor of State of Maryland with a citation for his contribution to Indian cinema. Susi Ganesh and his team were in New York to promote Shortcut Romeo after screening the movie and walking the red carpet at Cannes Film Festival along with actress Ameesha Patel and Puja Gupta.Susi Ganeshan has directed some award winning movies in Tamil such as Virumbukiren, Five Star, Thiruttu Payale and Kanthaswamy...
- 5/28/2013
- GlamSham
Ameesha Patel is all set to showcase her evil side in Susi Ganeshan’s ‘Shortcut Romeo’. It is a thriller and a remake of Ganeshan’s south superhit film ‘Thiruttu Payale’.
Ameesha plays wife of Mumbai’s richest man, who’s caught on camera having an extramarital affair with a tapori, played by Neil Nitin Mukesh. Later starts a cat and mouse game between Ameesha and Neil.
What is cool is that Shortcut Romeo will be making its premiere on May 22nd at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival!
‘Shortcut Romeo’ releases on 21st June, 2013.
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Ameesha plays wife of Mumbai’s richest man, who’s caught on camera having an extramarital affair with a tapori, played by Neil Nitin Mukesh. Later starts a cat and mouse game between Ameesha and Neil.
What is cool is that Shortcut Romeo will be making its premiere on May 22nd at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival!
‘Shortcut Romeo’ releases on 21st June, 2013.
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- 4/23/2013
- by BollySpice Editors
- Bollyspice
Mumbai, April 22: Tamil film director Susi Ganeshan, who has directed his first Hindi film "Shortcut Romeo", a remake of his own film "Thiruttu Payale", says a lot of filmmakers had been approaching him for the movie's rights. But he decided to remake it himself.
The Hindi remake stars Neil Nitin Mukesh and Puja Gupta.
"It's very nice to work with Neil and Puja. This is a very commercial entertainer, it's a remake of my old superhit Tamil film 'Thiruttu Payale' (2006). That time, it was a super-duper hit. Now these days, many Bollywood superhits are remakes of south films and many people asked me also for the rights to this.
The Hindi remake stars Neil Nitin Mukesh and Puja Gupta.
"It's very nice to work with Neil and Puja. This is a very commercial entertainer, it's a remake of my old superhit Tamil film 'Thiruttu Payale' (2006). That time, it was a super-duper hit. Now these days, many Bollywood superhits are remakes of south films and many people asked me also for the rights to this.
- 4/22/2013
- by Amith Ostwal
- RealBollywood.com
Bolywood actress Ameesha Patel is all set to showcase her evil side! Well, we are talking about her upcoming film Susi Ganeshan's Shortcut Romeo, where she plays a villain.It is a thriller and a remake of Ganeshan's south superhit film Thiruttu Payale.meesha plays wife of Mumbai's richest man, who's caught on camera having an extramarital affair with a tapori, played by Neil Nitin Mukesh. Later starts a cat and mouse game between Ameesha and Neil.Also...
- 4/22/2013
- GlamSham
Mumbai, April 10: Bollywood actress Puja Gupta, who has just finished shooting "Shortcut Romeo", says her co-actor Neil Nitin Mukesh helped her feel comfortable in the romantic scenes.
The actress said that since she knew Neil already, it was easier for her to shoot some of the scenes with him.
"Neil is a friend and he has helped me a lot with acting. It is my first romantic film. He made me feel comfortable," she told Ians.
"Shortcut Romeo" is the remake of southern film "Thiruttu Payale". But Puja said she was warned not to watch the Tamil film.
"I asked my director (Susi Ganeshan) if I could see the film, but.
The actress said that since she knew Neil already, it was easier for her to shoot some of the scenes with him.
"Neil is a friend and he has helped me a lot with acting. It is my first romantic film. He made me feel comfortable," she told Ians.
"Shortcut Romeo" is the remake of southern film "Thiruttu Payale". But Puja said she was warned not to watch the Tamil film.
"I asked my director (Susi Ganeshan) if I could see the film, but.
- 4/10/2013
- by Arun Pandit
- RealBollywood.com
Kenya, Feb 8: Actor Neil Nitin Mukesh initially enjoyed filming romantic thriller "Shortcut Romeo" in the jungles of Kenya, but now says that shooting an action sequence there was a tough job.
The film is being shot in Masai Mara, a large game reserve in south-western Kenya.
"Had an action sequence in the jungles! And we had to crawl! I had a hundred thorns in my hand. Just wonder how the animals don't get pricked," the 30-year-old posted on tweeter.
"Shortcut Romeo" is being directed and produced by Susi Ganeshan and it is a remake of his 2006 Tamil film "Thiruttu Payale". In the film, Puja Gupta plays Neil's love interest,.
The film is being shot in Masai Mara, a large game reserve in south-western Kenya.
"Had an action sequence in the jungles! And we had to crawl! I had a hundred thorns in my hand. Just wonder how the animals don't get pricked," the 30-year-old posted on tweeter.
"Shortcut Romeo" is being directed and produced by Susi Ganeshan and it is a remake of his 2006 Tamil film "Thiruttu Payale". In the film, Puja Gupta plays Neil's love interest,.
- 2/8/2012
- by Rahul Kapoor
- RealBollywood.com
Mumbai, Feb 3: Actor Neil Nitin Mukesh is filming romantic thriller "Shortcut Romeo" in a jungle and says he is having a gala time there.
"Hectic days of 18 hr shoot in the mid of the jungle! But must say its so worth it. 'Shortcut Romeo' song two by Himesh (Reshammiya) is over," the 30-year-old tweeted.
"Shortcut Romeo" is being directed and produced by Susi Ganeshan and it is a remake of his 2006 Tamil film "Thiruttu Payale". In the film, Puja Gupta plays Neil's love interest, while Ameesha has been cast in a negative role.
Nitin also says, "This is the first Hindi movie to be shot in Masai Mara (a large game.
"Hectic days of 18 hr shoot in the mid of the jungle! But must say its so worth it. 'Shortcut Romeo' song two by Himesh (Reshammiya) is over," the 30-year-old tweeted.
"Shortcut Romeo" is being directed and produced by Susi Ganeshan and it is a remake of his 2006 Tamil film "Thiruttu Payale". In the film, Puja Gupta plays Neil's love interest, while Ameesha has been cast in a negative role.
Nitin also says, "This is the first Hindi movie to be shot in Masai Mara (a large game.
- 2/3/2012
- by Rahul Kapoor
- RealBollywood.com
Mumbai, Jan 27: Actor Neil Nitin Mukesh is off to Kenya shooting for his new film "Shortcut Romeo", directed by Susi Ganesan.
"Bags packed! Finally. Shooting for 'Shortcut Romeo' there will be fun. Kenya. Looking forward to my trip. Will hopefully be a beautiful peaceful place for me to connect with nature and myself! Only I know I so need it," tweeted Neil, who has been growing his golden locks for the movie.
"Shortcut Romeo" is the Hindi remake of 2006 Tamil film "Thiruttu Payale", which was also directed by Ganesan. Besides Neil, the film stars Ameesha Patel and Puja Gupta.
"Bags packed! Finally. Shooting for 'Shortcut Romeo' there will be fun. Kenya. Looking forward to my trip. Will hopefully be a beautiful peaceful place for me to connect with nature and myself! Only I know I so need it," tweeted Neil, who has been growing his golden locks for the movie.
"Shortcut Romeo" is the Hindi remake of 2006 Tamil film "Thiruttu Payale", which was also directed by Ganesan. Besides Neil, the film stars Ameesha Patel and Puja Gupta.
- 1/27/2012
- by Diksha Singh
- RealBollywood.com
Mumbai, Jan 23: Neil Nitin Mukesh's musical legacy doesn't seem to leave him anytime soon. The actor is set to sing once again for the big screen for his new film "Shortcut Romeo".
"Recording a song today! For 'Shortcut Romeo'. Music by the great Himesh Reshammiya. Will give you details once it's done later in the evening," Neil wrote on his Twitter page.
"Shortcut Romeo" is a romantic thriller directed and produced by Susi Ganeshan. It is the remake of the Ganeshan's 2006 Tamil film "Thiruttu Payale". The film also features Puja Gupta and Ameesha Patel. While Puja will be playing Neil's love interest, Ameesha would be seen.
"Recording a song today! For 'Shortcut Romeo'. Music by the great Himesh Reshammiya. Will give you details once it's done later in the evening," Neil wrote on his Twitter page.
"Shortcut Romeo" is a romantic thriller directed and produced by Susi Ganeshan. It is the remake of the Ganeshan's 2006 Tamil film "Thiruttu Payale". The film also features Puja Gupta and Ameesha Patel. While Puja will be playing Neil's love interest, Ameesha would be seen.
- 1/23/2012
- by Diksha Singh
- RealBollywood.com
South remakes are in and it isn't just Salman Khan or an Akshay Kumar or a Kareena Kapoor who are biting the bait. Neil Nitin Mukesh and Ameesha Patel have joined the bandwagon as well by signing a Hindi film which would be the remake of a Tamil superhit. Tentatively titled Shortcut Romeo, the film is a romantic thriller and would go on floors by November. "Yes, Neil and Ameesha have been signed for the remake of Tamil hit Thiruttu Payale which had done quite well on its release half a decade back. The film was in fact one of the top successes of the year and had done a business of over Rs.50 crores. It is a thriller about love and betrayal and has shocking twists and turns that audience won't see coming", informs a source. Incidentally, Neil as well as Ameesha would have grey shades to their characters.
- 9/21/2011
- by Joginder Tuteja
- BollywoodHungama
South remakes are in and it isn't just Salman Khan or an Akshay Kumar or a Kareena Kapoor who are biting the bait. Neil Nitin Mukesh and Ameesha Patel have joined the bandwagon as well by signing a Hindi film which would be the remake of a Tamil superhit. Tentatively titled Shortcut Romeo, the film is a romantic thriller and would go on floors by November. "Yes, Neil and Ameesha have been signed for the remake of Tamil hit Thiruttu Payale which had done quite well on its release half a decade back. The film was in fact one of the top successes of the year and had done a business of over Rs.50 crores. It is a thriller about love and betrayal and has shocking twists and turns that audience won't see coming", informs a source. Incidentally, Neil as well as Ameesha would have grey shades to their characters.
- 9/21/2011
- by Joginder Tuteja
- BollywoodHungama
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