Actor Dulquer Salmaan’s film ‘Khantha’ has been creating huge expectations among the fans ever since it was announced. Now, actor Samuthirakani’s character poster ‘Ayya’ from this film has been released on the occasion of his birthday. His appearance as ‘Ayya’ is majestic in this poster. Especially since this new poster mentions ‘Dulquer Salmaan and Samuthirakani will act’, it is clear that Samuthirakani’s character is very important in this film.

Pan Indian star Dulquer Salmaan has played the lead role in the film ‘Khantha’, which is jointly produced by Spirit Media and Wayfarer Films. The film is directed by Selvamani Selvaraj and produced by Rana Daggubati, Dulquer Salmaan, Prashanth Potluri and Jom Varghese.

Bhagyashree Pors, Rana Daggubati, Siddique, Anika Surendran and Soubin Shahir also play important roles in the film.

Technical team:

Cinematographer: Danny Sanchez-Lopez,
Editor: Llewelyn Anthony Gonsalves,
Music composer: Janu Chander,
Art director: Ramalingam,
Costume designers: Pujitha Dadikonda and Sanjana Srinivas,
Public relations: Suresh Chandra and Abdul Nasser.

Following the success of ‘Thappattam’, ‘Andy Indian’,
‘Uyir Tamilukku’,
Director, producer Moon Pictures, Adam Bhava and
Planet 9 Pictures doctor I.K. Sivakumar are jointly producing Seeman’s film “Dharmayutham”

In this film,
Senthamizhan Seeman and RK Suresh are playing the lead roles, while Anu Sithara, a famous heroine in the Malayalam film industry, is playing the female lead.

Along with them, Ilavarasu, M.S. Bhaskar, Vetri Kumaran, Chattai Durai Murugan, Jayakumar, Aadhira Pandialakshmi, and Soundar are playing the lead roles.

Following successful films like ‘Paradesi’, ‘Tharai Thappattai’, ‘Joker’,
‘To Let’, Chezhiyan has handled the cinematography,

Vishal Chandrasekhar has composed the music for ‘Seetha Ramam’ and ‘Sitta’, and Kavi Perarasu Vairamuthu has written the songs.

Buvan Srinivasan has edited the film, Mayapandi has served as the art director, and Muth.Am.Sivakumar has served as the production manager.

Public Relations A.John..

This film, which has grown into an investigation crime thriller in the Malayalam film genre, is written and directed by I.Subramanian.

This film, which has been set in the villages and towns of Tenkasi, Kuttrallam,
Dindugal and its surrounding areas, is set to hit the screens soon..!

The film is produced by Jyothi Siva under Darshan Films. ‘Nizhalkudai’. Siva Arumugam has written the story and screenplay and directed it, having worked as an assistant to director K.S. Adhiman.

Devayani plays the lead role in this film, which has Vijith as the hero and Kanmani as the heroine, and two children, Ilavarasu, Rajkapur Manojkumar Vadivukkarasi, Neelima Isai, Niharika, Ahana, and a newcomer named Darshan Siva, who is making his debut in a threatening role.

Blockbuster Productions has acquired the theatrical release rights for Tamil Nadu and Puducherry. Nizhalkudai will be released worldwide on May 9th..

Following this, the music only trailer launch of the film ‘Nizhalkudai’ was held last night at the Saligramam Prasad Label in Chennai. Director K. Bhagyaraj, Naam Tamil Party Coordinator Seeman, Director Perarasu, Producer D. Siva, Pepsi Chairman Director RK Selvamani, actresses Vanitha Vijayakumar, Namitha, Producer Mathiyazhagan and many others participated as special guests at this event.

Speaking at this event, Director Siva Arumugam said, “I have emphasized the necessary idea in this film in a way that people from six to sixty years of age can like. I am the producer of this film. Everyone knows how much struggle it is to make a small film in this era. In such a situation, the actors and technicians who acted in this film were the ones who gave me the greatest cooperation and support.”

Hero Vijith said, “Last year, the film White Rose, in which I acted, was released. Following that, I received a call from the office asking for more K/S Actress Kanmani said, “Before acting in this film, I had acted in small screen. However, when I came to act in this film, they treated me properly and well, just like a big actress would be treated. This is my first stage. I hope you will give me the same love and support that you have given me in these four years since I came to the small screen on the silver screen. Even though the film is a small film, we all have put in a lot of hard work for it. It will be a good feel-good film.”

Actor Raj Kapoor said, “Nowadays, everyone is roaming around with guns in their hands, but this is a film that emphasizes the family aspect like it was in the eighties. It tells the story of a couple who go abroad to find a job. I hope this film will give everyone a lesson on whether they should go abroad to work and how parents should raise their children.”Actor Ravi Maria said, “I have nothing to do with this film. The director of this film insisted that I attend this event. Before that, they screened a special version of this film. I was not able to watch it. But everyone who saw it said that you missed out on this film by not watching it, it is a great feel-good film. I realized that when I heard the story of the film.”

Actress Vanitha Vijayakumar said, “I am a huge fan of Devayani. If everyone likes Devayani, I really like the bubbly Devayani who played the role of Kadhal Kotta Devayani in the film Kolli Vaasal. She is a very simple and kind-hearted person. She can be called the Devasena of the film world today. As Vijay said, it is not a miracle for a female heroine to be a heroine at the age of 20. But to be a heroine at the age of 40 is a big deal. She will also get a place like Manorama Aachi and Urvashi. In the current environment, it must be said that a film with a female lead role and getting a theatrical release is an achievement. I do not agree with the statement that it is a small film, but it can be called a good film.”

Actor Nakul said, “I hope that this film will definitely be a meaningful film because of the collaboration of directors K.S. Adhiaman and Siva Arumugam. The song Kanmani is touching. There are some things to learn from watching this film. K.S. Adhiaman is one of our family. It is because of him that we came to cinema. We have become Tamilians. So this is like a family show for us, I have been watching my sister’s hard work since I was a child. Even though my mother is no more, I see my mother in the form of my sister. This story will also relate to my sister a little.”

Producer Mathiyazhagan said, “Hero Vijith called me and asked me to watch this film. Not only a hero and heroine, but actress Devayani has played a role that lifts this film. This film will definitely make an impact. I thank the blockbuster company that came forward to release this film. Rather than saying that it is a small film or a big film based on budget, I would say that a film that runs, a big film, a film that does not run is a small film.”

Director Rajakumaran said, “This Nizhalkudai will be a film that everyone will like, a good film that everyone will watch. It is rare to see good films. Devayani acting again with the same team that introduced her 30 years ago and seeing them sitting here as one team again is magic. In our long journey, so many shadows have accompanied our journey. Even in times of no shadow, so many good souls have come as an umbrella. I hope this Nizhalkudai will be something that everyone will look back on.”

Actress Namitha said, “The story told in this film is a reality that can happen in the country right now. At this time, I want to thank my mother-in-law and the nannies who are at my house. The work of a nanny is now well-respected and well-paid. She is the mother in the absence of a mother. This film has been shown with some thrilling elements. Those who watch the film will relate to it in many ways.”Producer D. Siva said, “I was moved after watching this film. The situation of small films today is very bad. Director Siva Arumugam should be praised for producing and directing this film with a good concept that is needed by this society. Through this film, actor Vijith has been given a wonderful actor by Tamil cinema. Beyond all this, Devayani, who is a treasure of Tamil cinema and another actor, has lived this character in this film. It has come easily to her because it is her natural quality. This film will bring her many awards.”

Speaking, Director Perarasu said, “Among actresses, if there is a universal actress, it is actress Devayani. She has many faces, including actress, social worker, teacher, producer, and now director. She will soon become a member of the Directors Association. She has acted in 100 films. She has a husband at home. However, beyond all that, she has studied a direction course and directed a short film. This shadow box is a very necessary film for these times. Raising a child is different. Raising a child is different. Just having a child is not enough. You have to raise it. That is what this shadow box says. The time parents spend with their children is limited. Love and cherish them. Only if you raise the child properly will its life be good tomorrow.”

Actress Devayani said, “This is my family festival. I would like to thank director K.S. Adhimanur who introduced me to this stage 30 years ago. Although the film Kadhal Kottai gave me a turning point in the film world, it was director K.S. Adhiman who introduced me to the film world for the first time and brought me to this Tamil Nadu. I have never expressed my gratitude to him openly anywhere. This is the first stage to thank him. After 30 years, I have worked with his team again, which has not changed. What a blessing it is. I have received it. They have given me a chance in such a wonderful film again. It can be said that a small film is a better film than a big film. This is a film with a beautiful concept, which is relevant today, and is necessary for parents. I thank the Blockbuster distribution company that is releasing this film. I request you to give this film a lot of theaters and wait a little patiently and cooperate without removing the film until it is picked up. Previously, every film was picked up and running even a week after its release,” he said.

Producer Suresh Kamatchi said, “This is a family event for me too. Director K.S. Adhiaman is my hometown. I am currently producing the film he is directing. Half of the film work is completed. Whether it was the preview screening of this film or this event, I could see actress Devayani welcoming and treating everyone as if it were her own speciality. Today’s heroines are hesitant to come to the promotion of the film they have acted in. It is not in our hands to drive the film without lifting it in the theaters until it is picked up. If we want that, we have to time travel and go to 90. Today, it is in the hands of the theater owners. If one scene does not run well, they change the film to the next scene,” he said.

Pepsi Chairman and Director R.K. Selvamani said, “I have not seen this film yet. But when I saw the song, it was a joy to the eyes. For that, I must congratulate the cinematographer first. When I saw the actor Vijay, it was like seeing Karthigai. He will be a good hero in Tamil cinema. He should always be humble like this.

We say that a good film should come. If you let a good film run, another good film will come next. They have given a film with a necessary theme for the society. Only if you let this run will others come forward to make a good film. In the current environment, theaters have become mini restaurants. It seems that the canteen business is bigger for them than the ticket fee. That is why there is an environment today where we have to make films of this kind.In a situation where they cannot set the price of their production, two people in Tamil Nadu, one is a farmer and the other is a film producer, both are in a place where the people of Tamil Nadu live, think and laugh. But the situation of both of them is very bad. Only if all the producers come together and become a force, they can set the price for their product themselves.

Roja and I got married, Khushboo and Sundarsi got married, it was all sensational news, but Devayani’s marriage was shocking news for everyone else. Devayani’s life after your marriage is a lesson not only for those in the film industry but also for women in Tamil Nadu. That culture has been beautifully portrayed in this film. Just as an umbrella is good for the scorching sun, similarly this film Nizhalkudai will be good for this Tamil cinema, which is drying up in the scorching sun. Brother Seeman was black. He was red. Now he is pure without any color. It should always be like this,” he said.

Director Bhagyaraj said, “Our mother made me proud by giving me this name. But is that the real name of director Rajakumaran? No, rather than keeping it after entering the cinema, when he got Devayani, he became the real Rajakumaran. As far as cinema is concerned, only some people wonder how they keep getting films. Similarly, when you look at some people, you wonder why they don’t get films at all. Director K.S. Adhiyaman is the one who is in the second list. Just as it is said that even if you are one kilo of intelligence, you should stand with your hands tied to a 10 gram lucky person, in cinema, luck sometimes does not favor talented people. Shadow. As per the title of the film, the film’s director Siva Arumugam, KS Adhiyaman and the film crew are the shadow. Similarly, this film needs a shadow,” he said.

Seeman, the coordinator of the Nam Tamil Party, said, “This is like our family event. Devayani, who welcomed me when I arrived, said thank you for coming. But I said thank you for acting in this film. The reason is that Devayani has been choosing good films and characters according to the saying that if she acts like K.R. Vijaya before and Revathi later, it will be a good film. She has given good films in every period to register her name. She has never spoiled her name by accepting all the films just because the money is coming. That reputation is the reason why she is acting as a heroine even after 30 years. Don’t let everyone get this opportunity. I still feel guilty that the producer did not give D. Siva a good hit film. I was going to make a film called Pagalavan for him after Thambi. But Madhavan refused to act in it. The reason was the difficulties he faced in Thambi but only after that I made the film Vatsadthavas for him. But the film did not go well. I will tell you at this point, someday I will make up for the loss he caused.. There are very few directors like K.S. Adhiaman these days. It was Bhagyaraj who wrote the story of removing the thalai and throwing it away and getting married to another person in a revolutionary marriage.. The reason for this is our Bhagyaraj who wrote a story saying that the same thalai will not be removed, that is the culture and made it a successful film. Such is the intensity of his writing.If you want to make a family-friendly film with simple characters and achieve success, only he can do it. Like K.S. Gopalakrishnan, Pakiyaraj is a milestone in our film world. We are proud that he is also with us. It is clear that the cinematographer of this film, Gurudev, has shot the scenes wonderfully. It is a challenge to compose music for a film that conveys such soft emotions rather than composing music for fast-paced action films. It is especially difficult to touch the mind with soft music as if it is standing in the mind. Music composer Naren Balakumar has done it beautifully.

It is a pride that a female lyricist has written a song after a long time. A big film is not the same as a small film. A running film, a non-running film is that much. A film called Court, made for six crores in Telugu, has collected 60 crores. This Nizhalkudai film will definitely win. Theaters should give importance to this film. But the environment for that is not there now. But the environment for that will come soon. A law will come that small films should be given priority in big and big complexes. We, who have spent many nights hungry and loved this cinema, will not let it die so easily. As Selvamani said, we will create a time when both the farmer and the producer will decide the price of their production.

Siva Arumugam No matter how many years have passed, he has not left cinema, no matter what happens. His son has also acted in a role in this film. Starting is easy for everyone. But we have to keep fighting to maintain it. That is why we should appreciate him.

Having watched Rajinikanth from afar, I got the opportunity to see him in person. We talked for two and a half hours. Even after acting in so many films and achieving so much. When we see his interest in learning something new, we wonder why he will not win. When he said, “Wait a minute” while talking to me and walked inside, he had the same speed that we see in the cinema in real life. Even lazy people get excited when they see him running. Everyone who has this quest and passion can reach the top and achieve.

A child’s first teacher is their mother. This film talks about motherhood. No matter how high you reach, the only person who is not jealous of you is your mother. Our Devayani has the ability to carry this motherly role. She is enough to bring people from the film Nizhalkudai to the opening scene of the cinema,” he said.

‘Kuttram Vypir’ is a film produced by Pandurangan under the banner of Srisai Sainthavi Creations and directed by Gajendra. The film features Rishi Rithvik as the hero and Aaradhya as the heroine, Siddappu Saravanan, Vinothini, Anand Babu, Sentrayan, George Vijay, Saidheena, Meesai Rajendran, Ranuva Veera Kamaraj, Kujanthai Sai Sainthavi and many others.

Rovin Bhaskar has handled the cinematography for the film. Srikanth Deva has composed the music. Editing is by Ranjith. Songs are by Ku. Karthik.

The preview and song launch ceremony of the film ‘Kuttram Vypir’ was held at Chennai Prasad Label.

Gangai Amaran released the preview and songs of the film ‘Kuttram Vypir’. The special guests who attended the ceremony were E. from the AIADMK party. Pugazhenthi, spiritualist Jaiprakash Guruji, businessman Prakash Palani, directors R. Aravindaraj, Perarasu, Pavithran, Rajakumaran, actors Siddappu Saravanan and the film crew received the award together.

While welcoming everyone, the film’s producer Pandurangan said,

“Although we came to Tamil Nadu from Bangalore and most of the shooting took place there, we have made the film using Tamil Nadu actors exclusively.

With a film, we are able to provide employment to 2000 people. We are able to keep their families happy. If this film is successful, I will film again. Similarly, I will provide employment to many people. Therefore, we should make this film successful,” he requested.

While releasing the preview and
songs, director, lyricist and music composer Gangai Amaran said,

“First of all, I welcome these people who have come from Karnataka to make the film.

Here I saw the scenes where the hero and heroine appeared.
Usually, at launch events like this, they show the songs of the film, they show fight scenes. But, they don’t show sentimental scenes or comedy scenes.
Now we need to show that too. Let’s show that too. Only when we see that can we give the actors a score for their acting. Don’t take this as advice. I always speak openly. If there is any flaw, I will say it. I said what came to my mind.
We need to combine these tastes with those tastes.

Srikanth Deva has composed the music for this film very well. He is my relative. Our home child. The friend of the producer of this film, Swamiji, has come here. He and I have a good relationship. They invited me and treated me with great respect there.

Sentrayan has come here, he is our neighbor. He wants to tell us the secrets of Bigg Boss here.
They have come here from Bangalore to shoot this film. I wish this film success,” he said, after singing the full song ‘Malar Pola Malarikrina Manam Vavle Thaye’ and congratulating the film crew.

Director Gajendra spoke,

“This is our first film. We have come to shoot a new film. We have brought all the actors from Chennai and have shot a Tamil film. We need to support this. A film cannot be shot without a producer. He took good care of all of us without any flaws in the shooting,” he said.

Rishi Rithvik, who plays the hero, said,

“I was playing the villain. Now they have asked me to play the hero in this. When I heard that they have come from Bangalore to shoot the film, I thought the first thing I thought was, But the producer immediately gave me an advance of one lakh rupees and booked me. The shooting was a happy experience without any problems. I thank all the actors who acted with me. I was amazed by the film Paruthiveeran. Saravanan sir, who acted in this film, is an honor. The commitment and hard work of cinematographer Bhaskar, editor Ranjith etc. is not ordinary. Everyone has worked hard and willingly to make it.
The film speaks about a good idea. We must make this film a success,” he said.

Leading actress Aaradhya,

“Thank you to the media who do a good job of bringing every film to the people. Please bring this film too. I got a good name in the film ‘Madhimaran’. Thanks to director Manthra sir who made me known to everyone through it. I have acted in 12 films so far. Only one has been released. The others are about to be released. The producer and his team took good care of us in this film.
This is the first time I have danced and acted in this. I am happy to see that scene. Thank you,” he said.

While Paruthiveeran Saravanan spoke,

“I have played the villain in this.
The shooting took place in Bangalore, Karnataka. I was hesitant to go there for shooting from Tamil Nadu. But from the moment I landed at the airport, they welcomed me, took me there, and hosted me. I was very happy. They took good care of me during the shooting and behaved like this until the end.

This film should be successful because of their good heart. The songs are excellent. Congratulations to the producer,” he said.

While actor Sendrayan spoke,

“They have given me a good role in this film. The producer paid me a good salary. They kept settling me from time to time without keeping any arrears. When I was shooting in Bangalore, I learned a few Kannada words with difficulty, thinking that the people in Karnataka did not know Tamil. But when I went there, everyone spoke Tamil. People in Bangalore speak Tamil, Kannada, Hindi and Telugu. It seemed like a Pan India city. Everyone is together,” he said.

Actor Meesai Rajendran said,

“Cinema, which started in the nineteenth century, has grown so much and is growing today. The director has given me a good role in this film. Even if there are big stars, the film will run only if there is a story. In this, the film has been made based on the story. The director will not let go until he gets what he expects. He will be so dedicated. Acting in this film was a happy experience.”

Actor Sai Deena said,

“Usually, during shootings, they show and give the dialogues to be spoken on paper. This director never showed the dialogue paper during the shooting. I have never seen it in his hand. But he completed an entire film just like this.”

Actress Vinothini said,

“The director doesn’t know how to write Tamil, that’s why he didn’t write the dialogue paper. Even so, he finished the film well. The producer is the foundation of the film. When I first saw the producer, I thought, ‘How will he make this film?’ I was wondering how he would take this film to the next level. But he carefully selected and planned everything. He followed everything continuously. He surprised me by working in a planned manner.

So many people have come to a film festival. He has built up such a large network of relationships. These relationships are what will bring him success. In this film, I have played the role of a mother. I have acted alongside veteran actor Nagesh’s son, Anand Babu.

Even that child Sainthavi’s performance is unforgettable. It doesn’t look like the first film, she acted well. The song Amma that I played has come out well. Thank you to everyone,” she said.

While speaking, Kamaraj, an army veteran and actor,

“So far I have acted in films like Thairiyam, I, Mersal, Singam 3, Sultan. I am serving in the Indian Army. I will never forget Shankar, who gave me the opportunity to do I after seeing my Facebook page.

I am playing a role in this film.
It is my passion for cinema that has brought me here. Show the children a weekly film that teaches them everything about cinema.”

While speaking, Daniel, a Bigg Boss star,

“I came here for friendship because my friends have acted. When I see this producer, if he calls me, even if there is no date in the calendar, I will give a call sheet and act. The salary is not big. There may be a difference in salary between big top actors and small ordinary actors, but the mind is the same.”

Jayaprakash Guruji while speaking,

“I have many friends in the film industry. If I attend ten other festivals, then cinema festivals are a hundred.
That’s how many people in the film industry are my friends. Gangai Amaran is one such friend. He talks to me every day. Release this film in another language. It will be a success.”

AIADMK politician E. While speaking,

” The title of the film ‘Kuttram Vyaar’ is beautiful, this film should run for this title. It will find success.

I would like to say one thing here. ‘Rattakannir’ was a successful film starring MR Radha at that time. It was remade in Kannada 60-70 years after its release as Rathtakannir. It was directed by my friend.

When I went there to see it, there was a huge crowd in all the cinemas to the extent that the police used batons. The film was a big success.

Hearing this, Thiruvarur Thangarasu had come to Bangalore. He shouted how he could make it in Kannada without asking me and without my permission. The person who directed that film is a very good friend. He said that he did it without knowing it and touched Thiruvarur Thangarasu’s feet and bowed. He said, “I will give you whatever money you ask for.” But I am very happy that this film has taken the whole of Karnataka.” Both of them are people I know. I managed to reconcile both of them.

Cinema is the leader “Winning in cinema is like a person who doesn’t know how to swim entering a swimming competition. MGR’s songs are heard everywhere. We are always talking about him.
In MGR’s films, it is like the police arresting the criminal. It is not like punishing him, it is like killing him. But now in films, the protagonists are carrying knives,” he said with trepidation.

While speaking, director Aravindaraj said,

I welcome the new director who has come from Bangalore to make a film and become one of our directorial family. They said that they made the film without a script. I appreciate the director’s commitment to the story, which has been imprinted in his mind to that extent.

This protagonist has risen from a villain to a hero. He will win. Here, I see the spiritual sector coming together in the cinema industry on this stage. This film has united them. The spirituality I know is cinema,” he said.

Director Pavithran spoke,

“They called me from Chennai to Bangalore to make a film. That film was released in Tamil, ‘Pariyerum Perumal’. It was released on September 30 and was a success. This producer is a good social worker. If you make a good film, the media will celebrate it. If you do a job well, they will bring you ten times more. I have that hope,” he said and congratulated the film crew.

Lyricist K. Karthik spoke,

“I have written four songs in this film, including a gana song. It is difficult for lyricists to get their due salary. In this one, they have given it properly. The director of this film is a person who asks for and gets what he wants, he is so clear.
I am happy that the songs have come out well.”

Businessman Prakash Palani spoke,

“Take this film to a bigger venue and congratulate you.”

Actor George Vijay said,

“The poster of this film was trending. When I approached the leading actors to release it, no one noticed. Cinema will come to the fore only if we help each other. When I was worried, a message came to me. ‘My grace is enough for you’. The grace of many elders has come to this film crew here,” he said.

Music composer Srikanth Deva said,

“I danced and acted in a song scene. The shooting of the song started at 7 pm and went on till 10 pm. It took place in a slum area. People were gathered around. Food was served at 10 pm. I was tired from dancing and hungry. When I turned around to eat, we didn’t get any food. Producer Pandurangan gave it all to the people who had gathered. He told us to wait for a few minutes and brought new ones. Pandurangan is such a kind-hearted person.
They asked for and bought songs like Sivakasi for this film.
Perarasu sir, who gave me that Sivakasi opportunity, has come here. He is the one who made me a big name by giving me the film Vijay.
The song that my father sang in this film is excellent. I wish the film success,” he said.

Director Perarasu spoke,

“Many of those who spoke here talked about MGR. MGR is the only one who would not kill a villain. Has he killed Nambiar in any film? He would even make those who do bad things change.

That is why we are talking about him here. Nowadays, we shoot them immediately to take revenge.

Sentrayan said that many languages ​​are spoken in Karnataka. So can we say that he supports the trilingual policy?

Cinema is the industry that unites and keeps all sectors alive. Look here, people from the spiritual sector, the political sector, the army, the police, the media sector, everyone is together.

If it is a sectoral festival, only those from that sector will participate. But in cinema, all sectors join.

Srikanth Deva has come here and has given excellent songs. The songs he composed for the film Sivakasi were successful.

In those days, music composers were sent to Malaysia, Singapore, Bangkok They would call him and make him go and make him sing. He also wanted to go abroad. He kept asking.
When he was working on the film Dharmapuri, Vijayakanth was busy with the party elections. The shooting took place in Karaikudi. I invited him there and had him sing in the caravan. He sang three songs there. When the film Palani came out, I invited him to Palani and during the Thiruvannamalai period, I bought him songs. I asked him why he should go to foreign countries with a local name. Until the end, his dream of going abroad never came true.

We should avoid crimes. I feel guilty when I cannot watch films in theaters and watch films like Irugappattu and Ema Kaathaki on OPT. I think we should avoid such crimes from now on.

We watched the song scenes. The hero Rishi and the heroine Aaradhya danced well. Aaradhya had perfect lip movements while singing the songs. But it didn’t work out well for Rishi. He left the ‘lip’ coat because he was looking at the heroine’s waist, that is, because he was looking at her ‘hip’.
He said, “I wish this film success.”

Producer Pandurangan welcomed the special guests and the film crew who had come to the festival by wearing golden clothes and honoring them with turbans in the traditional Karnataka style, a cultural act that cannot be seen at any Tamil film festival.

The film ‘Tourist Family’, directed by debutant director Abhishan Jeevin, stars Sasikumar, Simran, Yogi Babu, Mithun Jai Shankar, Kamlesh, M. S. Bhaskar, Ramesh Thilak, Pax Bhagavathy Perumal, Ilango Kumaravel, Sreeja Ravi and many others. The film has cinematography by Aravind Viswanathan and music by Shawn Roldan. Bharat Vikraman is handling the editing and Raj Kamal is handling the art direction. The film, which focuses on the lives of Eelam refugees who find refuge in Tamil Nadu, is produced by producers Nazareth Basliyan-Mahesh Raj Basliyan and Yuvaraj Ganesan under the banner of Million Dollar Studios and MRP Entertainment.

The film’s music and preview launch, which will be released in theaters worldwide on May 1st, was held in Chennai. Producers Mahesh Raj Basliyan, Yuvaraj Ganesan, director Abhishan Jeevind, hero Sasikumar, actor Mithun Jaishankar, music composer Shawn Roldan, and lyricist Mohan Rajan were present at the event.

At the event….Director Raju Murugan said…
Hello everyone, I have watched the film Tourist Family after a long time. It was a lively, emotional family entertainer. In today’s environment in Tamil cinema, it has become rare to see works that speak of love and humanity that speak of our soft feelings. Even the few films that do come, are not good in terms of craft and are not interesting, and therefore do not become films for the people. It is in this situation that this wonderful work has come as a perfect blend of story and creative ability. When I saw this film, I thought that people would definitely celebrate this film in theaters. It did not feel like the first film of director Abhishan Jeevin, there was so much maturity in the film. Taking a complex background, he has spoken about wonderful politics for humans without talking about any politics. He has said that we should all be united, not as advice, but in a very funny way. He has a great future in Tamil cinema. It is very surprising to see Sasikumar sir. Whether he wins or loses, people will always respect him. The films he has been choosing recently are on the next level, and the most important film in that regard is Tourist Family. There is a longing that Malayalam films with beautiful stories do not come out in Tamil. I see Million Dollar as a production company that can break that. They continue to make such beautiful works. Congratulations to them for making this film a hard-hitting success. Congratulations and thanks to everyone.

Director Sasi said…
It takes a huge heart to make a film that makes everyone happy without embarrassing anyone who watches it, especially to make it their first film. The director has a big heart. Every scene in the film is so beautiful and wonderful. It is because it takes a theme in the Sri Lankan backdrop and talks about love without talking about politics that it will become a very important film in Tamil cinema. Million Dollar Company has seen this story in the mail and asked for it, this is a miracle that does not happen in Tamil cinema, their effort to find good stories and produce it is commendable. Sasikumar has given an excellent performance as a father, all the scenes with Simran madam are wonderful. This film, which is all about love, should definitely be a success. My best wishes to everyone

Director Vasanthapalanan said..
I haven’t seen this film yet, I laughed so much after watching the teaser, and when I hear what people who have seen the film are saying, my desire to watch the film increases. I can see the joy on Sasikumar sir’s face that I haven’t seen in so long. Big compliments for bringing Sasikumar sir from Madurai to Sri Lanka. It takes courage to accept that I am playing a father to two children, and that is what he has. If a company agrees to make a film after reading a story summary, it is unbelievable, a million dollar company that seeks out good stories and produces should be a big success. I see them as I saw Sasikumar sir during the production of Pasanga, they have the same enthusiasm. Congratulations. Congratulations for the success of the film.Director T. C. Gnanavel said..
I have seen this movie and it will definitely be a success. This movie has talked about the pain of war in a very deep way, without the sound of a single bullet or a single tearful scene related to it. Everyone talks about this joke, but even if we talk about the pain, it does not affect us, but there are people who hide the pain and laugh and say that it is nothing, isn’t it? It is very sad. Behind a beautiful comedy, this story is about what a war does. Some rules like protecting women, children, animals, etc. are important in war. But now the world has become cruel, there is no humanity. We see the atrocities happening around us every day. We have all read how merciless the war is in Sri Lanka. The impact it has created is devastating, people are suffering to this day. I was amazed when I watched the movie, because they have made a happy movie about a family coming from such a country. For this, this movie should be successful. Congratulations to everyone involved in the movie.

Director Vinayak Chandrasekhar said..
I did not do any work in this film. But I always see Million Dollar Production as my film, producer Yuvaraj Ganesan sent me the plot summary of the film, it was so interesting to read. Director Abhishan Jeevind is a surprise, he looks like a college junior, but he surprises everyone like a player who suddenly appears in a sports match. When I think of Sasikumar, the film Subramaniam comes to mind, no one else can give such a special film. He has given a wonderful performance in the film. When I finished the script of Good Night, no one really liked it and no one came forward to produce it. When I was depressed, producer Yuvaraj casually said that if no one produces it, then I will do it. The next day he called and said that we will mortgage his property and start the project. I will never forget that in my life. Million Dollar always makes good stories, this film will definitely be liked by everyone, thank you.

Director Ranjith Jayakody said..
Hello everyone, let’s start with what Valluvar said. The path of love is life. I see it as an important voice. That’s why poet Vairamuthu said, “There is no end to the path of love in Shivamla.” If you go a little further, he himself says that a heart full of love has a lifespan of 100. May Abhi, who made a film filled with so much love, live 100 years. I see this film with so much love as a very important film in the current era. Everyone has acted very well in this film, not only Sasi sir and Simran, but everyone who has acted well has acted very well. Thanks to the million dollar company that came forward to produce such a film, my best wishes to all the kind people, Yuvraj, Mahesh, Vijay and everyone. Wishes for the success of the film.

Director Pushkar Gayathri said…
Sasikumar sir’s films start soft and end bloody, that’s how we usually see them. But there are no such scenes in this film, there is a beautiful scene in the film involving the entire family, no spoilers, but we will watch the film again for that scene. That particular scene was so beautiful. I am still amazed at how they got the acting from those boys. Kudos to the production house for mentioning Sasikumar & Simran. Simran madam’s contribution has gone unnoticed in many films, this one definitely doesn’t make it to that list. This film should be a big hit in the theatres. When there is a confusing situation as to whether feel-good films will succeed in the theatres. Million Dollar Pictures has been proving that good films can consistently win by giving the right films as hits. Wish them luck for this film tooActor Vijay Antony said…
Hello everyone, I was holding back tears after watching this film. Recently, all the stories that Sasikumar sir has chosen are wonderful. I also know about his next film. Nowadays, if you are emotional, they say you are a crier. Sasi sir is giving everyone great hope that he is the director of Ayodhya. The second part of the film was very emotional, Shaan has mixed the music, he has gone into the screenplay and composed the background music. While every producer is confused whether to make a film or not, Million Dollar Pictures has given their hat-trick of success. Congratulations to everyone. Thank you.

Actor Manikandan said..
In these two weeks since the film ‘Tourist Family’ is ready, I have been hearing a lot of good things about the film. But I knew about this film 1.5 years ago. That is, when director Abhishan Jeevindh told me the entire script, it was intimidating. The way he tells the story will be like watching the film. I couldn’t imagine anyone else in this role, you will understand if you watch the film. Music director Shaan is a good friend, I would talk to him on the phone for hours, his wife would scold him. He has given wonderful music in this film. It is not an easy task to make a story like this, but they have achieved it very easily. Thank you, everyone who sees this film will definitely be happy.

Lubber Bandhu director Tamilarasan Pachamuthu said that Director Abhishan Jeevindu will definitely get applause in the theater, which is the dream of every debutant director. This film will definitely be a big success. Million Dollar Studios is like Mumbai Indians. I don’t know where they look for new talent from. They produce very exciting stories. I request Million Dollar Studios to continue introducing new youngsters to the film industry, no matter what big films they produce in the future. Congratulations to all the team.

Lover director Prabhuram Vyas said..
Million Dollar Studios is a production company that focuses only on screenplays. They are introducing a debut director for the third time in a row with Tourist Family. Only they can do this. This film will definitely be a big hit, thank you.

Producer Arun Vishwa said…
Tourist Family is a film that all Tamil fans around the world are eagerly waiting for. Million Dollar Studios has become a brand. Actors and directors usually become stars quickly. But it is very difficult for a production company to achieve that. After Good Night Lover, people have placed a lot of faith in that production company. Tourist Family has become a big hit in the teaser itself. Many of my friends are praising the film. People will definitely celebrate the film, congratulations.

Actor Samuthirakani said…
I can definitely say that Tourist Family is the best film of this century. A few months ago, some people from Sri Lanka came to me. They shared with me with concern that we have been here for 35 years, but we have not received a respectful sign yet. That pain was understandable when I watched this film. Abhishan Jeevindh cannot achieve a big success beyond this film. If Subramaniapuram is for Sasikumar, Naadodigal is for me, similarly for Abhishan, this Tourist Family will be there. It is impossible to make a better film than this. When Naadodigal was released, KP sir was eager to watch it with me. We went to a theatre, the audience applauded the title itself, KP sir turned to me and asked why they were all cheering for the title. I did not understand that either. People had a good love for the film when it was released. I am sure that the same magic will happen with this film too. Many scenes in this film are unforgettable, even a dog has acted wonderfully in the film. After watching the film, I was eager to be a part of it and kept requesting the team members to make me a dubbing artist for at least a small part but they have already completed the film. This film will definitely be a big hit, thank you.Lyricist Mohanrajan said..
This may be new to people here, but we already knew that this film would definitely be a success. There was so much hope for this film. Director Abhishan Jeevind has made the film wonderfully. After watching this teaser, director Sasi sir said that it reminded him of a line from one of his film songs. He immediately praised the director after getting my phone number. He was the only person who asked me to come and watch the film. I was very scared for those three hours until the film ended. But after watching it, he gave me very touching wishes. He shared the same on this stage too. Thank you to him. Brother Sasi has acted very well. Million Dollar Studios, which bravely produced this powerful story, should produce many more films in Tamil cinema for many more years. Thank you.

Editor Bharat Vikraman said…
Tourist Family is my third film with Million Dollar Studios, and I have been the editor for all their films till date. I thank them for their full support and continued opportunity. Everyone will definitely enjoy this film. Thank you.

Aavesam actor Mithun said:
I am the eldest son in the Tourist Family. Aavesam was my first film. Similarly, Tourist Family is a very special film. I was skeptical about acting in such a script. I understand Tamil since childhood. But I was nervous about acting as a Sri Lankan Tamil speaking boy. Thank you to the entire team for helping me act in the film. Thank you to Sasi sir, Simran madam, director Abhi Anna, everyone.

Child star Kamlesh said…
I participated in Vijay TV’s Super Singer show and that was my debut. After that, I made my debut with Jyothika madam in the film Raatsasi. After that, I have acted in almost 20 films, but the film Tourist Family was a huge turning point for me. I am very happy to act with Sasi sir and Simran madam. They treated me like their own son on the sets, and I am so happy with the film.

Music composer Shawn Roldan said…
I have been in this industry for 10 years. I am in a very emotional state. In these 10 years, fortunately, I have got the opportunity to be a part of many good films, which is my absolute luck. After Jai Bheem, I see the music I create as a big responsibility. I don’t want to compose music for any film casually. The film has to be special. Million Dollar Studios is a very important turning point in my film journey. They have given me good films that I can be proud of throughout my life. My journey with them started with Manikandan even before Jai Bheem. His performance is a major reason for the success of the music of Good Night. Director Abhishan Jeevindh is a unique director. He will be an indispensable film director of Tamil cinema, the fans will celebrate him, Sasikumar sir naturally brings a brotherly bond with everyone. This film will be an important film for him. Tourist Family will be the symbol of Tamil cinema. If people from other states ask what kind of films are coming out in Tamil now, Tourist Family will be the answer.Director Abhishan Jeevind said…
When I was a little boy, my mother used to encourage and praise a lot of people. I thought why would everyone praise my mother when I became a director. Now I understand that I am a good person because of her. * My father struggled a lot in the beginning. He used to sleep on the roadside and work. After I became a director, I was determined to share all my hardships. But when I grew up, my father never let me face such hardships. Sasikumar sir has played the role of a father to two children in this film. Three children including me. He is like a father to me. It was only after Simran Madam that this film went to the next level and everyone started talking about it. Thanks to him. Yogi Babu sir initially gave us a 5-day call sheet. When the first day of shooting was over, he came and said don’t worry about money and he will give us as many dates as you want for this film. M.S. Bhaskar sir is punctual. He is a very talented actor. For every scene, he would give 3 different performances and ask me to choose the one I liked the most. I would dedicate 50% of my success to Sean Roldan. He has been a pillar not only in music but also in life. My directorial team is excellent. I will keep them with me for my next film as well. Thanks to Venkatramanan who did his best in promoting the film. He has also sung a beautiful song called ‘Raagi’ in the film. Kudos to Vidurar’s brother for taking this small film Tourist Family worldwide and giving us a big release. My thanks to Million Studios.

Producer Yuvaraj Ganesan said…
I liked the script of Tourist Family as soon as I read it. I was sure that this story would be a hit, and as soon as I told the story, I complimented director Abhishan Jeevind that you will reach great heights in Tamil cinema. After watching the film, I can confidently say that he did not give 100% as much as he said, but he did 200%. After listening to a script and deciding to produce, I would be relieved to appoint them with music by Sean Roldan, editing by Bharat Vikraman. That includes the audio rights. After choosing Sasikumar sir, Think Music Santhosh comes from a quick and easy-to-access category. Along with our distribution partner Vidhur brother, Vinod CJ brother has also been a great asset in taking the film to such a big scale. It is rare for a small film to see a big release. Without Sasikumar sir, this film would not have been possible. Thank you for enduring all our tortures and acting in this film. Even now, you are postponing your other shoots and being with us. I often visit the children’s shelter. We screened the film Good Night for those children and I was very happy to see their reactions. They all asked me to continue making such happy films. That day I made a firm decision that I wanted to make a film that everyone could enjoy, and Tourist Family will be a film that will make everyone laugh.

Actor Sasikumar said…
Thank you director Abhishan Jeevind for giving me such a quality film. When I started Company Productions, I wanted to give a chance to newcomers. Super Good Films RP Choudhary sir was my inspiration for that, out of their 90 films, 48 ​​films are by debutant directors. I hope Million Dollar Studios will continue to introduce new directors to the film industry and I request the audience to watch their banner films only for their great thinking. * There is great concern and love for refugees who are fighting for their rights and identity till date. Like Ayodhya and Nandan, I hope that Tourist Family will be a film that will emphatically tell the pain of refugees and pave a more worthy path.

The highly anticipated film “Tourist Family” will be released in theaters worldwide on May 1st.

The film ‘Thak Life’, directed by Mani Ratnam and starring Kamal Haasan, stars big stars like Silambarasan, Trisha, Joju George and Ashok Selvan.

The first song launch of ‘Thak Life’, one of the most anticipated films in India, was held yesterday at the Kalaivanar Arangam, Senani. Kamal Haasan, Mani Ratnam and A.R. Rahman released the song, while Silambarasan, Trisha Krishnan, Joju George and Ashok Selvan received it.

The event, which was attended by media professionals from all over India, marked the beginning of a bold new chapter in Indian cinema.

Produced by Rajkamal Films International, R. Mahendran, Madras Talkies and Siva Anand, ‘Thak Life’ is being made with a new and strong partnership on and off screen.

Set against the backdrop of a vibrant wedding celebration, this song, sung by Kamal Haasan and Silambarasan TR, is a fusion of folk rhythms and contemporary music in Rahman’s signature style. With Kamal Haasan’s lyrics, this catchy, playful and bouncy song is a colourful first step into the multi-layered world of Tak Life.

The global distributors that will be releasing the film were also announced at the event.

List of distributors for the movie Thug Life:

Tamil Nadu – Red Giant Movies

International – AB International in association with Home Screen Entertainment

North India – Ben Marudhar Cine Entertainment

Andhra Pradesh & Telangana – Shreshth Movies

Karnataka – Five Star Senthil

Sarigama has acquired the audio rights of the movie Thug Life. The official OTT platform is Netflix.

With the distributors decided, the makers are planning a global theatrical release on June 5, 2025. Fans across the globe, regardless of generation, are eagerly waiting for this.

Furthermore, the Thug Life team, in association with Just Grow Productions, will be hosting the Thug Life Festival, A.R. Rahman’s concert will be held in Sydney, Australia on May 23.

Kamal Haasan will be seen in the role of Rangaraya Sakthivel Nayakkar in the film Tak Life. Silambarasan TR, Trisha Krishnan, Aishwarya Lakshmi, Ashok Selvan, Abhirami, Joju George, Nasser, Ali Fazal, Sanya Malhotra and many other famous Indian stars will be joining the film, making Tak Life a star-studded film.

With so many talented artists coming together on and off screen, it will be a grand cinematic experience. The best artists have made Tak Life a grand, emotional visual experience that will stand the test of time. Here, the first song is out. The celebration has begun. The Tak Life countdown has begun.

Few special occasions get embellished with love and warmth. Yesterday was truly one such memory that I will cherish forever — not just because it was my birthday, but because of the abundance of love and blessings I received from all of you. I take this opportunity to thank my beloved friends from the movie industry, press and media fraternity and my dearest fans for the unconditional birthday wishes.

Every wish of yours is engraved in my heart. You all made me smile and feel truly blessed. Such love and affection instill in me the urge to go the extra mile and achieve beyond my limits

“Once again, I extend my heartfelt thanks to each and every one of you. I look forward to meeting you all soon and sharing some exciting news about my upcoming projects.”With All My Love,

Vasanth Ravi

The film ‘Good Bad Ugly’, directed by Adhik Ravichandran and starring actor Ajith Kumar, has become a success among the fans. The success meet of this film was held in Chennai.

Film editor Vijay Velukkutty, who attended the event, said, “Thank you to Adhik Ravichandran sir for giving me a chance in ‘Mark Antony’ and ‘Good Bad Ugly’. This film is like a playground. The director gave me the freedom to play however I want. I am privileged to have worked in Ajith sir’s film. Thank you to my team and crew.”

Dance master Kalyan said, “The experience of ‘Good Bad Ugly’ was a great one. Adhik has sculpted every frame. It is a huge blessing that Mythri Movie Makers has come to Tamil. I am new to this team. But, the shooting was really fun. GV Prakash has mixed the songs of the film. Vijay Velukkutty had edited the songs very well. Ajith sir is a different level of energy. Thank you to everyone.”

Cinematographer Abhinandan Ramanujam, “First of all, thank you to Aadhik sir’s father Ravi sir. He was the one who subjected me in the film ‘Mark Antony’. We all worked in this film as fan boys. Only Maithri can make a film like this. Thank you to my team. Anu ma’am’s costume was super. Thank you to my wife and family.”

Fight master Supreme Sundar, “Thank you to Ajith sir for giving me a chance for the third time in this film. I worked with Aadhik sir in the film ‘Mark Antony’. Before the film’s release, there was a controversy when I said to buy hair and wigs. But, we will know whether the film will be successful when it is seen. It has destroyed all the negatives. Everyone likes the song in the fight. Thank you to Arjun Das, Priya and everyone. Thank you to Ajith sir’s fans who made the film a success.”

Costume designer Anu Vardhan, “Thank you Adhik. This film is a different experience for me. Thank you to producer Mythri. Thank you to the crew and the fans”.

Actor KGF Avinash, “AK is a red dragon. Thank you to my director Adhik sir. When I first got a phone call from him, I couldn’t believe it. Thank you for making me look so good. Thank you to all the actors who acted in the film. I like Arjun Das sir’s voice. Thank you to the fans”.

Actor Raghu Ram, “Congratulations to everyone who worked on the film. This film was a big celebration and gave me a new experience. All the actors have acted well. Thank you to Mythri Movie Makers”.

Actor Karthikeya Dev, “Thanks to my director Adhik. Ajith is very sweet. I learned a lot from him. Acting with Ajith and Trisha is a big achievement for me. Thank you to Arjun sir, Priya ma’am and everyone. The film is running well in the theatres”.

Azhar Master, “It is a dream come true for me to get all this. Thank you to God, Ajith sir and Adhik sir. Thank you to the entire film crew. They say that Arjun sir would have danced as Fire in the film. But he actually danced as Fire. We have recreated two legendary songs. I think we have done justice to it. Thank you”.

Actor Arjun Das, “I don’t know where to start. Thank you all. Thank you Suresh sir. Ajith sir has had faith in me since 2013. Working in Ajith sir’s film is a big responsibility for me. Thank you to Azhar master who pushed me and got me the job. Thank you Kalyana master, GV sir. Thank you to Priya, Karthikeya Dev and all the crew.

Actor Prasanna, “It has been my long-standing dream to work with Ajith sir. I came to act in cinema only after seeing him. Venkatprabhu had invited me during the film ‘Mankatha’. But, due to some reasons, it did not happen. Whenever Ajith sir announces every film, the opportunity comes close and does not happen. When I met him on the sets of this film on the first day, he overtook me and hugged me, saying that what had been postponed for many years has now happened. That one thing is enough for me. Thank you Adhik for fulfilling my dream. I could not understand Adhik’s filmmaking till the end. This is a film that I acted without understanding till the end. Thanks to all the crew. Thanks to everyone who made the film a hit. I went in with the pride of being Ajith sir’s biggest fan. But, Adhik watched every frame of Ajith sir and blew my mind. Thanks to Mythri Movie Makers too.”

Actress Priya Prakash Varrier, “My second Tamil film has received such a welcome. Adhik, you have given a hint in the film ‘AK64’. I am asking for an opportunity at this point. Please recommend me to act in that film too. Ajith sir’s Biryani and Right are now on my bucket list. He is in the race now. We are praying to God for him here. I thank OG Simran ma’am. I am very grateful to the Tamil people.”

Actor Redin Kingsley, “First of all, thank you to Nelson sir. 28 years ago, I played as a group dancer in Ajith sir’s film ‘Aval Varuvala…’. Now, thank you to Adhik and his father Ravi sir for giving me this opportunity. This is a big dream for me. Even though I only have two scenes in the film, the response is huge. Thank you to the entire crew.”

Music composer GV Prakash, “After 18 years, I have got the opportunity to work in Ajith sir’s film. Thank you to Ajith sir. It is a pleasure to work in such a blockbuster film. I am happy to have given three hit films with Adhik, ‘Trisha Illinna Nayanthara’, ‘Mark Antony’ and now ‘Good Bad Ugly’. Thank you to the producers Ravi sir and Naveen sir. You have given me an entry through a big film in Tamil. Thank you to my team too. The technical team has also done a great job. Congratulations to the actors too. The film is doing well not only in India but also in Sri Lanka and Malaysia. Thanks to the fans too.”

Producer Naveen said, “Thanks to the fans who gave the film a huge success. Thanks to actor Ajith and director Aadhik.”

Director Adhik Ravichandran said, “A boy studying in seventh grade, inspired by an actor, stands here today with a desire to become a director. I don’t know what would have happened to me if I hadn’t become a fan of Ajith sir. I would have been doing something else instead of coming to cinema. What would happen if I were a fan of Ajith sir, has become a reality for me at this moment.

I have always been indebted to Ajith sir. When we met, I was a director without a proper film career. A director without a big hit. Only my first film gave me a hit. But, as far as Ajith sir is concerned, he never saw success or failure in anyone. He would see me as a fellow human being. What he observed from me is still a question for me.

Even on the set, I asked Ajith sir, ‘What made you tell Boney Kapoor sir that I would become a big director?’ I asked him. He didn’t say anything, just smiled and said, He is gone. At this moment, I think I should thank Suresh Chandra sir. You also trusted me as much as Ajith sir trusted me. I got very emotional watching the videos broadcast here. I was the one who was in that crowd.

I thank Ajith sir who made me stand there and see beauty in front of you. Ajith sir never considered himself a big star. He only thinks of himself as an actor. The main reason why this film is so energetic is because all his energy is Good Bad Ugly. It was Ajith sir who decided on the title of the film. From that, he gave everything he could for this film, from finishing the dubbing night after night until he left for the race. I love you Ajith sir

I have said I love you to you more than I have said I love you to my wife. That is also true. Sir, I love you more than my wife. “After my parents, you are the only thing in my life, sir,” he said emotionally.