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===Marketing===
===Marketing===
The official [[Twitter]] handle of the film was launched on February 23, 2014. The title logo was released a day later whereas on February 27, 2014, the 'first look' poster of the film was released.<ref>[http://www.sify.com/mobile/movies/kaaviya-thalaivan-first-look-on-feb-27th-news-tamil-ocyjMWhehbj.html "First look of 'Kaaviya Thalaivan' on February 27"<!-- Bot generated title -->]. ''[[Sify]]''. 27 February 2014. Retrieved 28 February 2014.</ref> Further, on February 28 separate posters; one featuring actor [[Prithviraj Sukumaran|Prithviraj]] and the other featuring actor [[Siddharth (actor)|Siddharth]] were released.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://anweshanam.com/index.php/entertainment/news/24130#sthash.CI9NU65H.dpbs|title=വ്യത്യസ്തമായ ഗെറ്റപ്പില്‍ പൃഥ്വിരാജ് ‘കാവിയ തലൈവനി’|work=Anweshanam|date=28 February 2014|accessdate=28 February 2014}}</ref> The film had its first press meet at Hotel Green Park, [[Chennai]] on February 28, 2014. The event marked the presence of composer A. R. Rahman along with lead actor Siddharth, Vedhicka and actor Nasser. The director of the movie backed by his crew comprising producer Sashikanth, lyricist Pa. Vijay, editor Praveen and art director Santhanam were present at the event.<ref name=bhw/>The first teaser was released on June 13, 2014.<ref>{{cite news| title = 'Kaaviya Thalaivan' first teaser out|work= [[The Times of India]]| date =13 June 2014|accessdate=13 June 2014|url=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Entertainment/Tamil/Movies/News-Interviews/Kaaviya-Thalaivan-first-teaser-out/articleshow/36479678.cms}}</ref> The theatrical trailer is scheduled to release on October 23, 2014 and the film is slated to release on November 7, 2014.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.indiaglitz.com/kaaviya-thalaivan-trailer-and-release-dates-are-here-tamil-news-116716|title='Kaaviya Thalaivan' trailer and release dates are here....|date=18 October 2014|accessdate=18 October 2014}}</ref>
The official [[Twitter]] handle of the film was launched on February 23, 2014. The title logo was released a day later whereas on February 27, 2014, the 'first look' poster of the film was released.<ref>[http://www.sify.com/mobile/movies/kaaviya-thalaivan-first-look-on-feb-27th-news-tamil-ocyjMWhehbj.html "First look of 'Kaaviya Thalaivan' on February 27"<!-- Bot generated title -->]. ''[[Sify]]''. 27 February 2014. Retrieved 28 February 2014.</ref> Further, on February 28 separate posters; one featuring actor [[Prithviraj Sukumaran|Prithviraj]] and the other featuring actor [[Siddharth (actor)|Siddharth]] were released.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://anweshanam.com/index.php/entertainment/news/24130#sthash.CI9NU65H.dpbs|title=വ്യത്യസ്തമായ ഗെറ്റപ്പില്‍ പൃഥ്വിരാജ് ‘കാവിയ തലൈവനി’|work=Anweshanam|date=28 February 2014|accessdate=28 February 2014}}</ref> The film had its first press meet at Hotel Green Park, [[Chennai]] on February 28, 2014. The event marked the presence of composer A. R. Rahman along with lead actor Siddharth, Vedhicka and actor Nasser. The director of the movie backed by his crew comprising producer Sashikanth, lyricist Pa. Vijay, editor Praveen and art director Santhanam were present at the event.<ref name=bhw/>The first teaser was released on June 13, 2014.<ref>{{cite news| title = 'Kaaviya Thalaivan' first teaser out|work= [[The Times of India]]| date =13 June 2014|accessdate=13 June 2014|url=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Entertainment/Tamil/Movies/News-Interviews/Kaaviya-Thalaivan-first-teaser-out/articleshow/36479678.cms}}</ref> The theatrical trailer is scheduled to release on October 23, 2014 and the film is slated to release on November 14, 2014.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.indiaglitz.com/kaaviya-thalaivan-trailer-and-release-dates-are-here-tamil-news-116716|title='Kaaviya Thalaivan' trailer and release dates are here....|date=18 October 2014|accessdate=18 October 2014}}</ref>


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Revision as of 06:02, 27 October 2014

For the 1992 film, see Kaviya Thalaivan (1992 film).

Kaaviya Thalaivan
File:Kaaviya thalaivan.jpg
Directed byVasanthabalan
Written byJeyamohan
Vasanthabalan
Produced byVarun Manian
S. Sashikanth
StarringSiddharth
Prithviraj
Nassar
Vedhicka
Anaika Soti
CinematographyNirav Shah
Edited byPraveen K. L.
N. B. Srikanth
Music byA. R. Rahman
Production
companies
Distributed byDream Factory[1]
Release date
  • November 7, 2014 (2014-11-07)
Running time
150 minutes[2]
CountryIndia
LanguageTamil
Budget₹200 million (US$2.4 million)[2]

Kaaviya Thalaivan ([Epic Leader] Error: {{Lang-xx}}: text has italic markup (help)) is an upcoming Tamil historical fiction film written and directed by Vasanthabalan. Set in early 20th century, the film is about the lives of two theatre artistes played by Siddharth and Prithviraj and the competition that exists between them in a small drama troupe.[3] The former is the main lead whereas the latter one is the antagonist in the film.[3] Nassar plays the role of a guru to these actors and the role of actress Vedhicka is inspired by the stage artist and singer K. B. Sundarambal.[3] The original songs and film score are composed by A. R. Rahman.

Cast

Production

Development

Through one of the discussions between director Vasanthabalan and script writer Jeyamohan about old drama schools of Madurai, Jeyamohan introduced Vasanthabalan to a book called Enathu Naadaga Vazhkai, an autobiography of theatre doyen Avvai Shanmugham[4] which helped him script the film.[3] Vasanthabalan was inspired by the musical drama based 1979 film Sankarabharanam and the 1983 film Salangai Oli by director Kasinathuni Viswanath.[3][5]

Kaaviya Thalaivan was announced in September 2012 as a venture by the production house Y NOT Studios teaming with Vasanthabalan and Siddharth, the latter as the lead actor of the film.[6] The team signed A. R. Rahman to compose the music for the film in December 2012.[7] Research work for the final script was carried out for nearly a year wherein facts, references and whereabouts were collected from veteran theatre artists belonging to different theatre clubs existing in Madurai, Dindigul, Karur and Pudukottai. As the film portrays the lives of theatre artists, the facial looks of characters were given prime importance for which make-up artist Pattanam Rasheed was signed. Perumal Selvam and Niranjani Agathiyan have designed the costumes for the characters.[8] In May 2013, convinced by the script, Prithviraj Sukumaran was signed to play a parallel leading role alongside Siddharth.[9] In a press release of June 2013, the team revealed that actresses Vedhicka and Anaika Soti were also added to the cast thereafter, as were supporting actors Nassar and Thambi Ramaiah.[10] Lakshmi Rai was also linked to play a role in the film but her inclusion remained unconfirmed.[11] Pre-production works had begun by May 2013.[12] Niranjani Agathiyan did additional make-up for the film.[13]

Filming

Principal photography for the film started in early June 2013, wherein reports suggested that the film would be based on the based on the lives of yesteryear singers K. B. Sundarambal and S. G. Kittappa.[14] However, only Vedhika's role is inspired by Sundarambal's life and the film is a musical drama of theatre artistes. Prithviraj revealed, "It is (Kaaviya Thalaivan) based on the popular theatre tradition that existed in Tamil Nadu during the 1920s and 1930s before movies took over."[15] First and second filming schedules were completed in July and August 2013.[16] In October 2013, the film entered its third schedule and shooting took place in Kothamangalam, Kerala.[17] In December 2013, filming continued for an 18 day schedule in Chennai and 90% of the shooting was completed.[18] Vasanthabalan stated there were hardly any technical challenges involved while filming, comparing the situation of cues to his previous outing Aravaan.[3] In an interview to The Hindu, Vedhika said that each of the cast members had to sport 20-25 different looks in the film to get the feel of their characters. Jeyamohan also said the settings used for shooting the play sequences in the film provided ample space to explore the past.[19] Vedhika prepared for her role by watching the 1966 Tamil fim Saraswathi Sabatham and drama videos. However, all the actors were asked to 'add their personal touch to their respective characters to make everything look authentic'. Being trained in Bharata Natyam, late choreographer Raghuram master choreographed her for the song "Thiruppugazh" sung by Vani Jairam.[20] In May 2014, actor Siddharth confirmed that filming had been completed and the post-production had begun.[21] Siddharth would reportedly be seen in 25 get-ups in the film.[13]

Music

Main article: Kaaviya Thalaivan (soundtrack)

The original songs and background score is composed by A. R. Rahman. Rahman underwent six months of research for the music of the film to relate it with the era of 1920s.[22] The soundtrack has seven original songs and fourteen bit songs that form the score of the film. The track "Vanga Makka Vaanga" was released as a single on 11 July 2014[23] and the second single "Yaarumilla" was released exactly a month later.[24] The second single made its debut on eight position on iTunes–India single tracks. The album was digitally released on 18 August 2014 to positive reviews.[25]

Release

Distribution

AZ India Media and ATMUS Entertainment acquired the film's theatrical distribution rights for USA.[26] Dream Factory was selected to distribute the film in other countries, including India.[27]

Marketing

The official Twitter handle of the film was launched on February 23, 2014. The title logo was released a day later whereas on February 27, 2014, the 'first look' poster of the film was released.[28] Further, on February 28 separate posters; one featuring actor Prithviraj and the other featuring actor Siddharth were released.[29] The film had its first press meet at Hotel Green Park, Chennai on February 28, 2014. The event marked the presence of composer A. R. Rahman along with lead actor Siddharth, Vedhicka and actor Nasser. The director of the movie backed by his crew comprising producer Sashikanth, lyricist Pa. Vijay, editor Praveen and art director Santhanam were present at the event.[5]The first teaser was released on June 13, 2014.[30] The theatrical trailer is scheduled to release on October 23, 2014 and the film is slated to release on November 14, 2014.[31]

References

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  2. ^ a b Kandavel, Sangeetha; N. K. Jarshad (2 August 2014). "Tamil movie 'Kaaviya Thalaivan' is not a run-of-the-mill Tamil movie". The Economic Times. Retrieved 2 August 2014.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: multiple names: authors list (link)
  3. ^ a b c d e f K. R. Manigandan (12 August 2014). "Nasser and Vedhika's character alone inspired". The Times of India. Retrieved 13 August 2014.
  4. ^ Rangarajan, Malathi (19 March 2014). "A peek at the past". The Hindu. Retrieved 4 May 2014.
  5. ^ a b "'Kaaviya Thalaivan' - Vasantha Balan's 'labour of love' - Event Story". Behindwoods. 28 February 2014. Retrieved 3 March 2014. {{cite web}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in: |publisher= (help)
  6. ^ "Vasantha Balan's Interesting New Connection". Behindwoods. 6 September 2012. Retrieved 3 March 2014. {{cite web}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in: |publisher= (help)
  7. ^ "A.R.Rahman Decides His Next". Behindwoods. 9 December 2012. Retrieved 3 March 2014. {{cite web}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in: |publisher= (help)
  8. ^ "'Kaaviya Thalaivan' - packed with 7 National Award winners". Behindwoods. 3 March 2014. Retrieved 5 April 2014. {{cite web}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in: |publisher= (help)
  9. ^ "Prithviraj roped in for 'Kaaviya Thalaivan'". Sify. 27 May 2013. Retrieved 28 February 2014. {{cite web}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in: |publisher= (help)
  10. ^ "Vedhika in Vasanthabalan's period film". The Times of India. 2 June 2013. Retrieved 28 February 2014. {{cite web}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in: |publisher= (help)
  11. ^ "Lakshmi Rai in a Vasantha Balan's 'Kaaviya Thalaivan'?". Kollyinsider. 10 May 2013. Retrieved 28 February 2014. {{cite web}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in: |publisher= (help)
  12. ^ "'Kaaviya Thalaivan' toughest film, says Siddharth". The Times of India. 22 May 2013. Retrieved 28 February 2014. {{cite web}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in: |publisher= (help)
  13. ^ a b Kumar, S. R. Ashok (17 September 2014). "Siddharth has 25 looks in 'Kaaviya Thalaivan'. The Hindu. Retrieved 17 September 2014.
  14. ^ "'Kaaviya Thalaivan' set to roll!". Sify. 4 June 2013. Retrieved 28 February 2014. {{cite web}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in: |publisher= (help)
  15. ^ George, Vijay (27 December 2013). "Three's company". The Hindu. Retrieved 28 February 2014. {{cite web}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in: |publisher= (help)
  16. ^ "First schedule of 'Kaaviya Thalaivan' wrapped up". Behindwoods. 21 August 2013. Retrieved 28 February 2014. {{cite web}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in: |publisher= (help)
  17. ^ "'Kaaviya Thalaivan' third schedule in Kerala". Sify. 9 October 2013. Retrieved 28 February 2014. {{cite web}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in: |publisher= (help)
  18. ^ "A report on the progress of 'Kaaviya Thalaivan'". Behindwoods. 5 December 2013. Retrieved 28 February 2014. {{cite web}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in: |publisher= (help)
  19. ^ Naig, Udhav (19 August 2014). "A peek into the world of yesteryear Tamil theatre". The Hindu. Retrieved 20 August 2014.
  20. ^ "Kaaviya Thalaivan was a rewarding experience, says Vedhika Kumar". Hindustan Times. 20 August 2014. Retrieved 22 August 2014.
  21. ^ "Siddharth wraps up 'Kaaviya Thalaivan'". The Times of India. 29 May 2014. Retrieved 18 August 2014.
  22. ^ Balachandran, Logesh (5 May 2014). "Is AR Rahman a magician or our Mozart?". Deccan Chronicle. Retrieved 5 May 2014.
  23. ^ "Vaanga Makka Vaanga is here". The Hindu. 11 July 2014. Retrieved 11 July 2014.
  24. ^ "Yaarumilla (From 'Kaaviya Thalaivan') - Single". iTunes. 11 August 2014. Retrieved 11 August 2014.
  25. ^ Nicy V. P. (18 August 2014). "'Kaaviya Thalaivan' Songs Review Round up: AR Rahman Creates Magic Again [AUDIO]". International Business Times. Retrieved 22 August 2014.
  26. ^ "'Kaaviya Thalaivan' to be released in USA". Indiaglitz. 19 August 2014. Retrieved 19 August 2014.
  27. ^ "One big 'Dream' spree ...". Behindwoods. 11 September 2014. Retrieved 11 September 2014.
  28. ^ "First look of 'Kaaviya Thalaivan' on February 27". Sify. 27 February 2014. Retrieved 28 February 2014.
  29. ^ "വ്യത്യസ്തമായ ഗെറ്റപ്പില്‍ പൃഥ്വിരാജ് 'കാവിയ തലൈവനി'". Anweshanam. 28 February 2014. Retrieved 28 February 2014.
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