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Vetrimaaran's 'Arasan', starring STR and Vijay Sethupathi, is expanding the 'Vada Chennai' universe with a massive ECR set. STR reportedly plays three distinct characters, adding to the anticipation for its Diwali 2026 release. Meanwhile, Ram Charan's 'Peddi' Japan premiere is postponed due to technical issues, disappointing overseas fans.

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Tamil cinema is abuzz with 'Arasan,' starring Silambarasan and directed by Vetri Maaran. Amidst this, the shelved 'Vaadivaasal' project, reportedly costing Rs. 40 crore, has resurfaced, causing financial strain. Rumors suggest Vetri Maaran is directing 'Arasan' and another film without salary, potentially taking a profit share due to 'Vaadivaasal' losses.

Veteran filmmaker Bharathiraja praised actress Raadhika Sarathkumar's performance in her film 'Thaai Kizhavi'. Raadhika visited Bharathiraja as he recovers from a health scare. She expressed her gratitude, promising to seek his blessings if she receives a National Award. This interaction highlights their enduring bond and the respect Bharathiraja commands in the film industry. Several personalities visited him during his recovery.

The Tamil film industry is grappling with the 'Jana Nayagan' leak. The South Indian Film Editors Association has vehemently denied any involvement, with its president urging director ameer to retract accusations. Police have arrested six individuals as investigations into the piracy incident intensify, while the CBFC also clarified its non-involvement.

Director Vetrimaaran's ambitious 'Arasan' starring Silambarasan TR is set to resume shooting soon. A financial dispute between Silambarasan and producer Ishari K. Ganesh has reportedly been settled with a compensation agreement. Meanwhile, Vetrimaaran is also working on another project, leading to some cast confusion, but 'Arasan' boasts a strong ensemble cast and music by Anirudh.

Director ameer has strongly criticized the Central Board of Film Certification and the Election Commission regarding the film 'Jana Nayagan'. He highlighted the unusual delay in its release and the lack of clear explanations for any objections. ameer compared this situation to past controversies, emphasizing the need for transparency.

Kunal Kemmu's old interview, where he admitted to not relating to films like 'Dil Chahta Hai' and 'Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara' due to his 'Mira Road' background, has gone viral. He humorously questioned how common people could connect with such aspirational stories, leading to mixed reactions online. Kemmu's directorial debut, 'Madgaon Express', was made with the same producers.

Veteran filmmaker Bharathiraja is recovering after a hospital stay for breathing difficulties. Producer JSK Satishkumar confirmed his strong will and improving health, bringing relief to fans. The legendary director, known for his rural storytelling, received visits from several film personalities, who reported his condition as stable. His resilience is inspiring many.

Popular producer KE Gnanavel Raja opens up about his conflict with director ameer, and raises several accusations against the director.

Filmmaker ameer Sultan, celebrating his film 'Mounam Pesiyadhe's re-release, has ignited a debate by questioning the Central Board of Film Certification's (CBFC) selection process. He highlighted inconsistencies, citing his film 'Aadhi Bhagavan' receiving an 'A' certificate despite lacking extreme content, while Rajinikanth's 'Jailer' with visible bloodshed got a 'U/A', suggesting political influence in censorship.

Former Pakistan batter Ahmed Shehzad has sharply criticized the Pakistan Super League (PSL), ranking it significantly below the Indian Premier League (IPL). He highlighted how many overseas players commit to the PSL but later opt for the IPL due to better offers, impacting Pakistan's premier T20 competition and its national team's development.

Actor Saravanan made his massive comeback with 'Paruthiveeran', which was directed by ameer, and the film recently completed 15 years, since its first release. Speaking exclusively to ETimes, 'Paruthiveeran' star Saravanan shared his concern about ameer for the first time.

Vetri Maaran has opened up about continuing ameer for a role in 'Vaadivaasal' featuring Suriya in the lead role. Vetri Maaran has strongly developed ameer's character in the film, and his role will be a irreplaceable one.

Director Bharathiraja has registered his statement over the 'Paruthiveeran' controversy, and chooses his side between director ameer and producer KE Gnanavelraja.

Meanwhile, ameer is directing Soori-starrer Iraivan Miga Periyavan, which has been written by Vetri Maaran and Thangam.

Director ameer, who last directed Jayam Ravi starrer 'Aadhi Bhagavan' in 2013 had once announced his directorial 'Santhana Devan' starring Arya and his brother Sathya in lead roles. However, the film was put on hold due to some unavoidable circumstances. Now, the latest report suggests that ameer's 'Santhana Devan' will be revived soon.

It is to be noted that Jaffer Sadiq is a partner with director ameer in his restaurant business. Director ameer's upcoming film 'Iraivan Miga Periyavan' is produced by Jaffer Sadiq.

Popular Tamil actor Soori is one of the stars who achieved fame after a lot of hard work. The latest report suggests that Soori will play the lead role in ameer's next film. Instead of doing comic roles completely, Soori has also planned to do lead and supporting roles in the future. and has reportedly signed his next film as a lead, which will be directed by ameer aka ameer Sultan.