Kaaviya Thalaivan

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'Kaaviya Thalaivan' to release in 37 screens in USA

Y Not Studios and Radiance Media's Kaaviya Thalaivan is all set to be released in more than 300 screens in Tamil Nadu and the film will also be released in Malayalam.
 
Not the latest is that ATMUS Entertainments who are known for releasing big films in USA is planning to release Kaaviya Thalaivan in 37 screens with premieres in many screens from November 27.
 
Directed by Vasanta Balan, Kaaviya Thalaivan has Siddharth, Vedhika, Prithviraj, Nassar, Anaika Sotty, Thambi Ramaiah and many to its star cast.
 
Touted to be a period – drama,  Kaaviya Thalaivan has music by AR Rahman and already the songs are chartbusters.
 
Dream Factory will be releasing Kaaviya Thalaivan in Tamil Nadu.

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Prithviraj was kind enough to share the screen with me: Siddharth

In an exclusive interview to Indiaglitz, Siddharth has opened up about his experiences with ‘Kaaviya Thalaivan’ and says that he is extremely happy that Prithviraj had accepted to share the screen space with him. The ‘Jigarthanda’ hero mentioned that Vasantha Balan is a perfectionist and never settle for anything less than 100 percent.

He went on to add that he and Nasser shares a great rapport and he is looking forward to watch the movie along with the ace actor on the first day to measure his performance.

After more than 2 years in the making ‘Kaaviya Thalaivan’ is releasing this Friday.

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Kaaviya Thalaivan Movie Review

Director: Vasantabalan
Cast: Siddharth, Prithviraj, Vedika
Music: AR Rahman
Producer: S. Sashikanth, Varun Manian

Vasantabalan’s Kaaviya Thalaivan is a class act. A big reason the film never feels contrived is its remarkable cast and their pitch-perfect performances, authentic production designs of the period, and great camerawork. Above all, Vasantabalan is lucky to get a passionate producer who has made his dream come true.

Kaaviya Thalaivan, is a period drama set in Madurai of 1930's and 1940's. The story is set against the milieu of old Tamil drama schools and the life of stage artistes.

Sivadas Swamigal (Nassar) runs a strict drama company. Two of his wards, Kaliappa Baghavathar (Siddharth) and Gomathi Nayagam Pillai (Prithviraj), rule the Tamil stage in the 40's. And the human drama that unfolds is about love and friendship that soon turns to jealousy and revenge.

Vasantabalan’s characterisation is good though dialogues of Jayamohan are not up to the mark. As Kaliappa Baghavathar, Siddharth has done a magnificent job and his eyes speak the sadness of his character. It is easily one of his best performances till date. The scene where Siddharth enacts the ‘Sooran’ character is splendid and he steals the climax right under the nose of the very talented Prithviraj.

Prithviraj as the antagonist is terrific but his Malayalam-laced Tamil is a drawback. It is so good to see Vedika in a role where she not only looks beautiful but delivers a brilliant performance as Vadivambal. Last but not least, Nassar as Sivadas Swamigal is extraordinary and the actor has used all his expertise for this role.

Technically, Kaaviya Thalaivan is flawless with superb camerawork by Nirav Sha who has beautifully picturized the 1940's period aesthetically and Praveen KL's editing makes sure that the film flows smoothly and coherently. Art direction by Santhanam is authentic and sets the perfect ambience for the period drama. AR Rahman's composition is out of the world! Be it the songs or the background score, the composer has shown his class in the film.

Vasanthabalan deserves a pat on his back for coming out with a brave and unflinching film that oozes the kind of sincerity that you long for in most Tamil films these days.

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Siddharth overwhelmed by 'Kaaviya Thalaivan' response

On Friday (Nov 28)  Siddharth’s most anticipated period film, Kaaviya Thalaivan got released and the film is getting rave reviews from media and critics. Not just critics, the film also got good response from audience who love good cinema and team Kaaviya Thalaivan is super excited with the phenomenal response.

Siddharth tweeted “It's taken me many years to get this kind of acclaim as an actor. I'm indebted to Vasanthabalan for this dream.Thank you”.

Siddharth also appealed to audience to watch the movie and support. He tweeted “This kind of film happens very rarely. Universally celebrated and praised. Please watch #KaaviyaThalaivan and spread the word. We need you!”

Siddharth is extremely happy as two of his movies, Jigarthanda and Kaaviya Thalaivan fetched him good name, the actor is also looking forward for his next movie Enakkul Oruvan which will be releasing on December 25.

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Ilayathalapathy appreciates 'Kaaviya Thalaivan'

Ilayathalapathy is one actor who appreciates the good in another person’s film. Vijay is known for his mass masala movies, though in private he makes no bones that he loves the off-beat.

Now Vijay has come out with a video in which he spoke about Vasantabalan directed Kaaviya Thalivan in glowing terms. Remember a few days back in his Twitter chat the actor had praised Karthik Subbaraj’s Jigarthanda.

Vijay explained in the video : “ Recently I watched  Kaaviya Thalivan. It is truly a classic and an important film in the annals of Tamil cinema. Rarely do you come across genuine work of art, and would like to congratulate Vasantabalan for making such a film and Siddharth for his outstanding performance.

And I would like congratulate also Prithviraj, Vedhika, cameraman Nirav Shah, music director Rahman sir and other technicians associated with the film.”

Siddharth Tweeted : “Thank you #IlayathalapathyVijay Anna  for appreciating #KaaviyaThalaivan & urging people to watch & celebrate the movie. Please go to your nearest cinema with your family to watch #KaaviyaThalaivan ... Everybody is talking about it. Don't miss it:)”

AR Rahman Tweeted : “Thank you for your love, your reviews and tweets appreciating Kaaviyathalaivan for the music and the movie.”