Movies
Jio Studios & Studio Green Films honor ‘Chiyaan’ Vikram with first glimpse of THANGALAAN
Mumbai: Leading Indian content studio Jio Studios and Studio Green Films, a premiere film production and distribution company owned by K.E. Gnanavelraja have joined hands for the highly anticipated and ambitious film THANGALAAN’ written and directed by Tamil cinema’s highly acclaimed filmmaker Pa. Ranjith, starring Indian cinema’s iconic actor ‘Chiyaan’ Vikram. THANGALAAN is currently in post-production and its release date shall be announced shortly. This historical adventure will release globally in cinemas in Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada and Hindi languages in a grand manner soon.
Amidst mounting anticipation for the film’s release, the team commemorated the occasion of ‘Chiyaan’ Vikram’s birthday today with a special treat for fans by releasing a captivating video that unveiled some glimpses of the eagerly awaited THANGALAAN, celebrating Vikram’s stunning transformation – a mesmerising tribute on his special day.
Commenting on the tribute video on Vikram’s birthday, director Pa.Ranjith said, “Thangalaan is a vision to present a historical adventure story based on true events, backed by phenomenal effort from Vikram sir and the entire team. I am quite excited Jio Studios, India’s leading content studio is joining hands with our producer Studio Green K.E. Gnanavelraja to present the film. I am confident the film will reach the globe and the targeted audience with the might of Jio Studios. On the occasion of Vikram sir’s birthday, this tribute video is to showcase the efforts put in by Vikram sir, which helped the film to get its due attention and create huge expectations”.
Vikram is one of the top actors in Tamil cinema with a massive fan following and is celebrated for his diverse roles. Highly decorated ‘Chiyaan’ Vikram is a National Award-winner, seven times Filmfare award winner, and won five awards from Tamil Nadu State government for his performances. Highly respected for his commitment and professionalism, Vikram is extremely popular for renowned films like ‘Sethu’, ‘Kasi’, ‘Dhill’, ‘Dhool’, ‘Gemini’, ‘Saamy’, ‘Anniyan’, ‘Pitha Magan’, ‘I’, ‘Raavanan’, ‘Deivathirumagal’, ‘Iru Mugan’, ‘Cobra’, ‘Mahaan’, ‘Ponniyin Selvan 1 & 2’.
THANGALAAN stars ‘Chiyaan’ Vikram, Parvathy Thiruvothu, Malavika Mohanan, Pasupathi, Harikrishnan Anbudurai with music direction by G.V. Prakash Kumar. The film is produced by Jyoti Deshpande of Jio Studios and K.E. Gnanavelraja of Studio Green Films.
Set against the backdrop of the historic Kolar Gold Fields (KGF) in the early 1900’s, THANGALAAN is poised to captivate audiences with its compelling narrative from real-life events. It is a historical adventure that narrates the erased role of oppressed communities in the exploration of gold in South of India. Since its announcement, the film has garnered immense interest and is among the most anticipated releases in South cinema in 2024.
Hollywood
Disney chair confident CEO Josh D’Amaro will ‘rise to the occasion’ in Trump–Kimmel row
Board backs new chief as ABC controversy tests leadership early on
NEW YORK: The Walt Disney Company has placed the responsibility of handling the escalating dispute between Donald Trump and late-night host Jimmy Kimmel squarely on its new chief executive, Josh D’Amaro.
Speaking at a business conference in Oslo, Disney chair James Gorman said it would be up to the CEO and his team to determine the company’s response to the controversy surrounding Jimmy Kimmel Live!. He noted that such challenges are not uncommon for large corporations and require careful handling at the leadership level.
The row intensified after both Donald Trump and Melania Trump publicly called for Kimmel’s dismissal following remarks made on his show. The comments, which referenced the First Lady, sparked backlash in the days leading up to a security incident at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner.
Kimmel addressed the issue on-air, clarifying that his joke was intended as a reference to the couple’s age difference and not an incitement to violence. He also expressed sympathy for those affected by the incident and reiterated his stance against violent rhetoric.
Despite mounting pressure, Gorman refrained from offering specific guidance on the future of the show or the host. Instead, he voiced confidence in D’Amaro’s leadership, describing him as “world class” and capable of navigating the situation effectively.
The episode presents an early and high-profile test for D’Amaro, who stepped into the top role just last month. How Disney balances editorial independence, public sentiment and political pressure will likely shape not just the outcome of this controversy, but also the tone of its leadership in the months ahead.
