3 songs good. Last two are so-so (may work with village crowd.) But second to last song may add reels to movie.
Wish they got Thaman instead.
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3 songs good. Last two are so-so (may work with village crowd.) But second to last song may add reels to movie.
Wish they got Thaman instead.
songs ellamae nalla irukku :)
avaroda songsae konjam appadi ippadinu remix senju 2 songs poturkkaar - but good one from DSP !!! waiting for theatrical trailer :)
From the makers.
Tiny leaks can never empty an ocean , and instances of leaked tracks don"t discourage the the hard core Ajith fans who had been waiting to hear the roar of the Veeram songs !!! The element of interest and expectations on the songs is all set to clear the misty skies .The official launch will be on 20th as scheduled and Radio mirchi will air the songs on that day from 8 a.m on wards . Music director Devi sri prasad will team up with the director Siva to explain the making of the tunes . This will be the launching pad for the promotions too !
Yes. Thangamae thangamae looks like a familiar telugu song but is cachy. What is the other song? Ellam adi paatu.. Refreshing change. Liked them esp jing.. Chak..Quote:
Originally Posted by srimal
Liked all the songs and my favourite is Jing chakaan..... songs are very good considering the festival release.. definitely we are gonna be in a surprise with the kuthu songs(intro and jing chakaan) choroegraphy,i feel
Songs are Rocking ...My pick is Nalavannau & Jing chak ..Introuduction number Thala voice and Kuthu beat is rocking ..
Theater adhirum when Thala comes on screen ..enna nan solrathu :):yes::victory::boo:
Thanks DSP for rocking songs :thumbsup:
hmms...to me songs are below average...I expected a lot and especially from Ratha Gaja.....veeram teaser... :(
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After the mega success of Ajith's #Arrambam, some of its distributors has bought his next film #Veeram rights too for same areas.
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After record break release 4 #Arrambam in Salem, Vendhar Movies releasing #Veeram too. Already booked 40+ theatres!
waiting for the official veeram trailer...hope it rocks....I totally lost expectations on this movie :( really don't know what kind of a movie it is going to be apart from 5 brothers, village story....
I am hearing very good reviews from Mahesh Babu's new movie ONE...DSP music is good it seems....
"THERE ARE TWO DIMENSIONS TO AJITH IN VEERAM" - VEERAM SIVA
Ever since Thala Ajith’s Veeram was announced, director Siva of ‘Siruthai’ fame has been carrying the hopes and expectations of the numerous Thala fans spread across the world. This cinematographer turned director has had a successful run so far.
Siva learnt cinematography at the Film Institute and passed out with a gold medal. He always aspired to become a director but started his career as a video editor and between 1994 and 99, he worked in numerous Tamil, Telugu and Malayalam serials as that was the time of the big satellite television boom in India.
He considers cinematographer Jayanan Vincent as his mentor and joined him in 1999. After assisting him for 2 years, Siva did his first film as a cameraman in Malayalam in 2001. After doing 14 films as a cameraman, Siva directed his first Telugu film, Souryam in 2008. Veeram is his 5th film as a director.
With Ajith playing a full-blown rural role, the expectations from Veeram are that of a clean mass entertainer. With the film just a few weeks away from release, we met the director at the Vijaya Productions office for a freewheeling interview on what to expect from Veeram.
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Do you feel the pressure of living up to the humongous expectations, that too after Arrambam’s handsome success?
There is no pressure at all. We started Veeram before Arrambam’s release and we were clear about the final product and of course the expectations surrounding it. We filmed based on the script and Ajith Sir totally believed in the script. He makes sure that there is no pressure and just advises us to film the movie based on the script.
How well has Ajith fitted into the simple shirt-dhoti rural look after donning suits and stylish clothes in most of his recent movies?
Ajith Sir wanted to break the serious urban pattern. I suggested comedy and a simple shirt-dhoti look to him. Ajith’s humorous side hasn’t been projected much till now and I wanted to show that side of Ajith Sir. Vinayagam is a jolly, no-holds-barred character. He approved my suggestion straightaway.
There was no interference whatsoever and even his suggestions would be very polite. He firmly believes that the director is the captain of the ship. According to me, he is a fantastic and versatile actor. He can do just about anything. As a director, I say that he is a great performer. He had no difficulties in changing-over and was very apt for the rural role.
In the very first schedule we filmed him doing a ‘kuthu dance’ and he came across as the darling of the masses (‘erangi adichaaru’). From ducati to a bullock cart, he can carry just about anything on screen.
About the much-loved but regularly seen ‘salt and pepper’ look of Thala
Ajith Sir is playing his age and the salt and pepper look was very apt for the script of Veeram. Vinayagam is basically someone who doesn’t care about his looks and is unkempt. There was a mutual consent for the ‘salt and pepper’ look from everyone. But there is another mustached look that Ajith would carry, as his role has two dimensions.
We will be seeing Ajith romancing on screen after a long time. How has the Ajith Tamanna chemistry panned out?
The chemistry would be something new. Audience would root for them to join. Anyone would fall in love with Vinayagam, as he is such a character. The romance would be convincing and there would be no ‘running around trees’. It would be apt for his age.
A ‘pakka’ package for Ajith fans and a Pongal treat for families
Ajith has done stunts, dances and has indulged in romance too. It would be a wholesome package for his fans. The surprise element is that he would be donning a coat-suit in one particular scene.
Veeram would have all the elements that go into a perfect Pongal treat for the family audiences.
Will Santhanam repeat the Siruthai magic in Veeram?
Santhanam was very involved and happy working in Veeram. He generally refers to Ajith Sir as ‘annan’ and does the same in the movie too. His character would be a major highlight for sure.
Were you inspired by any other film while scripting Veeram?
This is an original script and though there have been other stories based on brothers, this will be new. I spent about 8 months on the script of Veeram and the movie would be a peek into the life of Vinayagam. I have made sure that such a treatment hasn’t been seen before.
“Fights to thrill and not to terrorize”
There would be no blood in the action scenes and I believe the film would be suitable for all. I respect the censor board a lot and they have been doing a sensible job.
There are a lot of fights in the movie but they have been designed to thrill and not to terrorize. There would be grandeur and lot of emotions in the fights.
There is nothing gory about the movie and the USP of the movie would be its comedy. The first half would be a total laugh riot.
The much-hyped train fight sequence
We shot the train stunt sequence for a period of 9 days and there were sleepless nights for me during this period. I was scared to even say ‘Action’. Ajith Sir has already undergone a lot of operations but he didn’t accept my suggestion for a body double. It takes a lot of guts to hang out of a train speeding at 90 kmph atop a 300 feet bridge.
“My Veeram team”
In DSP’s music, there are 5 songs in the album including an extra-ordinary theme music. The opening song would be westernized and there would be dialogs interspersed with the lines. There is a lilting melody too. Ajith Sir is very happy after listening to all the songs. DSP himself is very satisfied and he has given all ‘straight tunes’ for Veeram.
This is my 4th film with DOP, Vetrivel. Editor Kasi Viswanathan has already claimed that the movie would be a superhit after seeing the rushes. He has made sure that Veeram would be a pacy ride with a run time of around 2 hours and 25 minutes.
Three stunt masters have worked in the movie - Silva, who has done the interval stunt, Ganesh, who has done the climax stunt and Pammal Ravi.
I always believe that cinema is all about teamwork, involving around 250 to 300 members. That’s why I always wish to have it as ‘Siva and Team’ in the credits of all my movies.
A big honour to work for Vijaya Productions
Vijaya Productions have already done more than 100 films and they are a traditional firm with strong values. It is a big honor to work for such producers. They wanted a commercial entertainer and I devised such a script. Now the movie has come out perfectly according to the script.
They are sensible and at the same time spend lavishly if it is required. Their planning is immaculate.
I have directed 5 films till date, and there has been no interference from any producer or hero. My script narration is clear and there is no scope for any ambiguity from my side. In addition to a vocal narration, I also record the narration for the reference of my complete team.
“Ready for more with Ajith”
Ajith Sir likes me, guides me and is like an ‘Anna’ to me. He has such a positive influence on people around him and sends across positive vibes to the entire unit. Thanks to his guidance, I lost around 50 kgs with diet control.
I learnt to stand up and greet anyone that I meet, from Ajith Sir as he does this to even a light boy, leave alone a big producer. He respects ladies a lot and you can see that in his simple gestures like opening the door for them while they get into a car. He loves to cook and personally serves everyone.
All the nice words that the world has to say about him are totally true and this 1.5 year journey has been great. Ajith Sir is a fantastic human being. And of course, I am definitely ready for more films with him
Are you excited about the prospect of Jilla and Veeram getting ready to release on the same day? This Ajith vs Vijay contest is happening after 7 long years rite?
Both the films should succeed. This is not a cricket match and here both teams can win. I am very close to Vijay Sir and we were living in the same area. Nesan was my senior in film school and I wish that Jilla becomes a big success too. With respect to Veeram, we were clear from the beginning about a Pongal release and with Jilla also releasing on the same day, I am very happy. I, as an audience, will happily see both films on Pongal day.
What next?
I generally don’t plan my next outing. In the 15 years that I have been in the industry, I have never planned.
But I always make sure that I complete my films within budget and schedule. Veeram was shot within 110 days according to schedule.
Everyone should be making profits out of my movie and I always keep the market value in mind. My grand dad always used to say that films should be made to entertain the whole family and keep people happy. Till now I have done that with a 100% strike rate. Veeram would mark my 5th success, hopefully.
The mirror still is simply super.
"Siva learnt cinematography at the Film Institute and passed out with a gold medal." => Merits
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Well, an epic mirror reflection scene was from Son of Frankenstein (1939) where Boris Karloff who acts as the monster watches for the first time his reflection in the mirror with his reanimated eyes. That whole scene was about two & a half minutes long. A pure joy to watch both for the acting as well as for the cinematography. Then came a series of films which gave homage to this scene, the best of-late being Ghost Rider, The Machinist, etc., where the protagonists see their transformed self reflection for the 1st time in the mirror. Then you got films like Matrix, Fight club, Children of Men, etc., where mirror reflection is used to show an important aspect of the film. Vincent Cassel gives some powerful and memorable performance before the mirror in movies like La Haine, Sheitan & Mesrine.
And yeah you got our Endhiran - Mother of Epic scenes.
[Add in Thillu Mullu & Jhonny too]
Here is a sample collection of Mirror reflection stills from various movies :
http://my.opera.com/celebfan/albums/show.dml?id=347351
This still in Veeram, even though I do not know the motive, falls under the same lines. The whole set up is terrific including the lighting, the model and the Black n White shades drawn into the photo. The make up, esp. the hair do is well done to bring in the depth. There is a picture within the picture - if you cover one side of Ajith's face and see the other. The Mirror reflection is captured neatly by rightly choosing the perfect angle, aligning the objective and the timely click.
Yes, that's a very good still that I had come across in a long time. Good job guys!
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:notworthy: good writing, the still made u writing a paragraph...Quote:
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LoL, I could have continued but keeping in mind the audience interests I kept it, well, a bit short.
Importance of Film Posters/Stills (a short take) :
Anyone who had covered "communications" in their academics, be it HR, marketing or management would understand the importance of photographs and posters. For others - simply put : Source => Transmission (encode) => Receiver (decode) => Destination.
So, Film posters and stills have much bigger importance than the trailers (oflate the teasers). They are the ones which motivate an audience to catch the forth coming attraction. And the medium, the transmission part is quite simple without any technological need - for instance a wall is enough. In some cases, the posters can give a huge hype for the trailer. I am well aware that most of us ignore a poster and use the motion picture trailers as the source. But if you get deep into the ideas framed in the posters/stills you can get the whole aspect of the film. If inteligently used, it promotes the film in a grand way increasing the curiosity.
Rajini with a rose along with the title Endhiran - Thats the peek of curiosity. You find out Rajini is Robot and Rose is love.
Any poster promotes something or the other and there are so many ways the source can be interpreted. But at the end the basic idea is to decipher what the film maker wants us to see in these posters. In TFI, mostly the icon, the main actor, is used in the posters which has a greater reach. But if the same icon poster is done intelligently, you can get the idea behind the movie. But Billa 2 promoted simply with the title design thats because Billa got registered perfectly with the audience. You see there is a structure to and in it. Another highlight in Veeram is the music CD cover where you got the model posing as though he is enjoying the music and groving to its rythm. How else you can pictorially represent an Audio CD keeping intact the iconic representation to inspire the audience.
Not only that, a poster is a registration. It follows a pattern of a given era. The colors, make-up, models, title design, etc., looking at which you can easily say which period the film belongs to. Plus it saves intact the cultural aspect of the given period. Take Muratukalai wall poster and see the one with Veeram. The whole village set up has changed. Ten years from now, Veeram would look like a cult era. We got to safe gaurd the posters/stills in one way or the other as its the best representation of a films work which holds the main participants names & the movie theme in just one colorful view. And there are quite easy to collect and store, just need extra passion and some room.
I read posters/stills and its fun. Sometimes I see TFI posters and keeping in mind the joy of fans I don't talk much - it may put them down (I did a mistake talking about VR2 - hope I won't repeat it). At times I come across some excellent work which certainly merits an appreciation.
And I hope you too will try to follow the patterns in posters and stills, its not only fun but opens up a new path for discussions.
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Mappi your technical explanation was too good ..i understood your engineer brain :) :) :clap:Quote:
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Yet to listen the songs...Just donwloaded the songs from here... http://www.timesmusic.com/confirm-cart.html
mappi write more :bow:
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Originally Posted by Siv.S
NEw Still & promo
Hi Gentlemen
What about songs........?
I have heard all the Songs ...All are mass songs except one melody ...My pick is introduction Song & jing jikka.
Ignore those people.
VEERAM SONGS REVIEW
Review by : Behindwoods Review Board
Album Release Date : Dec 20,2013CAST AND CREW
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Production: Bharathi Reddy
Cast: Ajith, Appukutty, Bala, CRANE MANOHAR, Devadharshini, Elavarasu, Manochithra, Mayilsami, Munish, Nadodigal Abhinaya, Periyardasan, Rameshkanna, Santhanam, Suhail, Tamannah Bhatia, Vidharth, Vidhyulekha Raman
Direction: Siva
Screenplay: Siva
Story: Bhoopati Raja
Music director: Devi Sri Prasad
Background score: Devi Sri Prasad
Cinematography: Vetri
Dialogues: Bharathan
Editing: Kasi Viswanathan
Art director: Milan
Stunt choreography: Silva
Dance choreography: Dinesh
Singers: Adnan Sami, Anand, Deepak, Devi Sri Prasad, Jagadish, Koushik, Magizhini Manimaaran, Priyadarshini, Pushpavanam Kuppusamy, Sagar, Shreya Ghoshal
Lyrics : Vivega
PRO: Suresh Chandra
Distribution: Vijaya Prodctions
Veeram, a Pongal 2014 release, is Ajith Kumar’s follow up to his successful Arrambam. The film is directed by Siva of Siruthai fame and stars the likes of Tamannah, Santhanam and more. Music is by Devi Sri Prasad and all the songs have been penned by Vivega.
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Singers: Devi Sri Prasad
Lyrics: Vivega
The opening track has already been made famous through the teaser and the entire track manages to sustain the mass appeal for the most part, with solid support from Vivega’s lyrics. The core instrumental of the synth hook and the guitar riff is most certainly the highlight of the track and is used intelligently by DSP. The fact that the track features some dialogues by Ajith should add to the entertainment of his fans.
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Singers: Sagar, Shreya Ghoshal
Lyrics: Vivega
A lively duet where DSP continues to milk the most from a pretty catchy hook – it features in different instrumental hues as well as a vocal melody. The well rounded production and adept vocal performances pushes this tune higher.
Thangame Thangame
Singers: Adnan Sami, Priyadarshini
Lyrics: Vivega
Again, very much in DSP territory here and the listener can see himself predicting how the track is going to pan out – not to mention that the track carries familiar strains of some of his earlier tunes. The composer, as he so very well does, keeps the tempo up and ensures that the mood is peppy. There are some impressive instrumental moments like the flute progression early on, but its few and far between. Adnan Sami’s Tamil diction is acceptable and the singers perform to their potential.
Jing Chakaan Jing Chakaan
Singers: Magizhini Manimaaran, Pushpavanam Kuppusamy
Lyrics: Vivega
Those who find themselves enjoying DSP’s danceable Telugu songs like ‘Kevu Keka’ and ‘Ringa Ringa’ will know what to take-away from a track like this. While this one does fall marginally short in caliber when compared to the aforementioned two tracks, the formula and intention is very much the same and the execution comes easy to DSP as he pushes all the right buttons to get the foot tapping and body moving. Pushpavanam Kuppusamy and Magizhini Manimaaran are good choices for singers.
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Singers: Anand, Deepak, Jagadish, Koushik
Lyrics: Vivega
A fiery tune which had also introduced itself early in one of the teasers comes as the album closer. The melody does pack a punch and the execution is equally thunderous with the percussions and the horns. The opening bars set up the intensity very well and DSP holds it together with strong instrumentation. The vocals in unison are excellent and they perform with intent.
Verdict: DSP cooks up a fiery masala fare for Ajith fans !
Veeram - Thumping and daring IndiaGlitz [Friday, December 20, 2013]Comments
After a Thala Diwali, comes the Thala Pongal for all the eager fans and here's a sneak peek into the movie, through its songs. Devi Sri Prasad is back with his trademark energy with a fresh set of five songs, to put you on your feet and get them tapping. Director Siva has almost wrapped up the whole of 'Veeram' shooting, and as they progress into post-production, we present you with an analysis of the musical magic that DSP has worked on Ajith's upcoming release.
1. Nallavannu Solvaanga Listen here
Voices: Devi Sri Prasad
Lyrics: Vivega
Those who watched 'Veeram' teaser can instantly recognize this song. Although 'Veeram' is story based on the rural country side, the opening song of the film's album is hip and urbane in every beat. With the signature music in the background, you can almost imagine a suave Ajith walking in style. This track sounds best in thumping speakers, as the underlying beats, guitar, trumpet and backing keys are high on bass. It is not until after half the song is over that the country feeling peeps in with a shift to rural beats. 'Nallavannu Solvaanga' is a happy-go-lucky introduction song with a picture perfect pose. The song ends with the famed one-liner of 'Veeram'; but it is not the only one to cling on to, for the song is full of lines with an attitude which do not fail to bring a smile.
2. Ival Dhaana Listen here
Voices: Sagar, Shreya Ghoshal
Lyrics: Vivega
Amid the popular trend that romantic duets must either be melodious or racy, or both, this one here is a trend setter, as it is neither, yet enjoyable in its very own rural touch. Starting and ending with a sweet chorus, the song uses captivating Tabla, and is set in Qawwali style, interspersed with a mix of urban and rural music. While the background music grabs our attention instantly, the voices in the fore are quite in sharp contrast - the background being heavy and zealous, while the voices are lilting, soft and soulful. In all, 'Ival Dhaana' is a beautiful track full of charming lyrics that don't miss a beat, beats that are in perfect sync with rhythm, rhythm that is enchanting, and enchanting voices that make the song a beautiful experience.
3. Thangame Thangame Listen here
Voices: Adnan Sami, Priyadarshini
Lyrics: Vivega
This one here is yet another romantic duet - a peppy number with earthen flavour. 'Thangame Thangame' is a comeback song for Adnan Sami, who has not been active in Tamil circuit for a while now, and it is a pleasure listening to him sing in his trademark stylish voice. Apart from string backing, this track also uses flute in places. Throughout the first half of the song and its concluding portions, echo has been added to Priyadarshini's voice to create depth. A set of four lines are repetitive through the song, and it is with these four lines that the song winds up to shrill flute and the thumps coming to a sudden halt.
4. Jing Chakaan Jing Chakaan Listen here
Voices: Pushpavanam Kuppusamy, Magizhini Manimaaran
Lyrics: Vivega
Just like the previous track, this song also begins with a folk recital, before passing on to compelling beats and whistles. Coming across as a duet where the man and woman pull each other's leg in a friendly yet taunting manner in the beginning, the song transforms into the man cajoling the woman in the second stanza. After all the lighthearted conversation-like flow, the song wraps up on a happy ending with whistles and keys backed by beats. While Pushpavanam Kuppusamy entertains with his trademark standalone voice, Magizhini's is a refreshing and soulful voice, one to look out for. In all, 'Jing Chakaan' is a haapy-go-lucky folk recital of romantic duet.
5. Veeram Listen here
Voices: Anand, Koushik, Deepak, Jagadish
Lyrics: Vivega
This is one track which we have been hooked to from the time of 'Veeram's' first look teaser. Throughout a chorus recital of courage, bravery and dare, 'Veeram' theme music is in sharp contrast to the lighthearted mood that the previous songs have set. Further, the contrast also comes in the purity in the richness of Tamil in lyrics. Electric guitar and rolling drum beats, with quality lyrics, this 3-minute long chorus is an enlivening and rejuvenating track that instills valor, and is the mantra of heroism.
Two tracks completely folk, two with an urban tryst, and a song full of daring courage sum up to an album full of josh and vigour, with the strong subtlety of soulfulness. With choice lyrics and lively beats in all songs, 'Veeram' album makes for great listening experience. Although there is no melody perse, the absence of one is not felt hard and deep, among all the foot tapping numbers. 'Veeram' is out in stores now - grab your copy, turn the volume high, get up and dance!
Rating: 2.5/5
Opening song,Theme and Thangame is my pick.. overall satisfied with the songs.. DSP sothappala :bow: Viveka's lyrics :thumbsup:
Theme is theriii mass!!!
Jing Chaka :happydance:
All songs except theme sounds like songs I heard before. Song are not bad, but they could have been better. With the stardom of Ajith, you would expect MDs to work their buttocks off for his movies. DSP recycled his tunes from other movies and made small changes:
Nallavannu Solluvanga: (Singam Singam Durai Singam - Singam)
Ival Thaana: (Orae Oru Vaarthaiyale - Vengai)
Thangame Thangam: (Kaathadi Pola - Maayavi)
Jing Chakan: (Ringa Ringa - Aarya2)
Veeram Theme: blank
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Director Siva at radio mirchi #Veeram audio launch- #Ajith i have never seen a man so much confident on his film, unshakable belief
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Director siva : Ajith called me to australia, i said i need to stay here for #veeram promotions, he said the film will promote itself..
Listened to all songs should say not very impressive :(
Veeram first teaser was shown during dhoom 3!tamil. Very Good promotion by the producer !
Ok listen to the songs with my earphones. Love the album. Don't know when I last like almost all songs in an Ajith film album. My pick is kannum kannum and opening song. Jinchakka is frolic type of song. Would be fun with good visuals. Thangame is my least favourite.