Shankar is unable to find a suitable Villain for "Robo 2"

From a long time, the possible collaboration between Superstar Rajnikanth and versatile director Shankar is on the cards. There is buzz that these two stars who have earlier delivered movies like Sivaji and Robo are now mulling over the idea of delivering a sequel to their science-fiction film. Robo 2 is on cards, but what's the missing piece here?

Buzz has that Shankar is unable to find out a suitable villain for somehow. Earlier they tried for the likes of Bollywood heroes like Shahrukh Khan, but that didn't work out. Later some other popular heroes including Amir Khan and couple of south stars are approached, but everyone backed out. Vikram's name is the latest one to be heard in this connection. Here, this talented hero of I and Aparichitudu is having no qualms to do a negative role but his dates are said to be not flexible. Already he has given two years for 'I' earlier, so he wants to do series of movies without break at the moment.

Shankar feels that regular villains will not work out for Robo 2 for the kind of magnanimity this film is going to portray. But big star heroes are having their own reasons to walk out of the flick. As the idea using Rajnikanth Vs Rajnikanth was already explored in Robo earlier, Shankar can't repeat the same. Hope at least some star doesn't gives empty hand to our Superstar. 

After High Court, it's Supreme court against Rajnikanth

The legal battle between the makers of the film Main Hoon Rajinikanth and Super Star Rajinikanth is far from over as the producers are planning to file a case against Rajinikanth in the Supreme Court for not allowing for the smooth release of the film.

It is already known that Rajinkanth objected to the title of the film which allegedly used his name as a metaphor and filed a petition in Madras High court. The makers have lost the case and the court has asked them to change the title on February 3.

Film's writer-director Faisal Saif said that he is ready to change the name of the film after the court's verdict. He said that he respects the judgment of the court and does not want to hurt the Superstar or his fans but added that the producers might approach Supreme Court. Main Hoon Rajinikanth features Adithya Menon and Kavita Radheshyam in the lead roles. 

Rajnikanth-Shankar's combo?

Superstar Rajinikanth tasted two disasters in 2014. Lingaa distributors who lost crores of rupees demanded compensation and went on to do hunger strike. National media that has lauded Rajini's stardom started to question Rajini's image after back to back flops with Kochadaiyyan and Lingaa.

Rajinikanth decided to announce his next film immediately and guess what his next venture will be directed by none other than Shankar. He is the only director that has used the image of Thalaiva to the maximum in recent years. After Shivaji and Robo, the sensational duo is all set to strike back with their hat-trick film.

Rajini, Shankar's new film will be announced officially on this Sunday and the first look will be launched on February 14th as per Kollywood sources. Shankar who also didn't live up to expectations with his previous film I have some questions to answer. He decided to give his critics a strong reply with the Superstar's film. 

Ilayaraja's shocking comments on Kamal and Rajnikanth

Kamal Haasan is undoubtedly the most talented actor in India whose accolades haven't received enough attention. Rajnikanth is however a Superstar popular for his mannerisms and style rather acting prowess. But acclaimed music composer maestro Ilayaraja has something else to say about these two.

"Kamal is a mesmerising actor. The moment you switch on the camera, he transforms into the character completely. He is simply outstanding. Also Kamal is a good singer", said Ilayaraja. Talking about Rajnikanth, he reveals, "Rajni is more of a director material. He writes excellent screenplay. I asked him many times to write for his own movies, but Rajni smiled at it, saying that it's a different work". 

At the occasion of unveiling audio of Hindi movie "Shamitabh" for which Ilayaraja scored tunes, he made these comments. Kamal, Rajni and Sridevi have graced the event as guests to wish luck for Amitabh Bachan, Danush, Akshara Haasan and director R Balki. 

Rajnikanth's Linga records worldwide record for any South film

Recently release Vijay starrer Kathhi, directed by AR Murugadoss is the biggest for any Tamil movie as the movie collected around 23 crores on the day of its release in Tamilnadu alone. But that is not a record anymore as Super Star Rajnikanth breaks it effortlessly with his “Lingaa” pulling up esteem at box office. Not stopping there, the veteran hero stunned entire South with his numbers. 

According to initial reports, Lingaa amassed around 37 crores on its first day of release on December 12th, which happens to be Rajni's birthday. Despite of any mixed talk, the film garnered 16+ crores in Tamilnadu alone while it made 6 crores in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, and managed to pull another 4+ crores in rest of India. USA collections would be around 5+ crores, as final figures are yet to be revealed, while the total of all other countries constitutes to another 5 crores. On a whole the collections account to nearly 37 crores. That is a record of sorts for any Tamil movie in Tamilnadu, and a First Day worldwide record for any South film till date. 

Rajnikanth: Baahubali is an exception

Superstar Rajnikanth always loves technicians who show novelty and innovation through their thoughts and work. Earlier when he visited sets of Baahuvali, he praised Telugu director Rajamouli for his crafting skills and yesterday in Linga Audio function he spoke about him. While advising young filmmakers to wrap movies in short time such that budgets will be under control, Rajni however stated that Baahubali is an exception.

'Baahubali is an exception, as master craftsmen Rajamouli is making a gem of it. Rajamouli is going to become No.1 director in India and his work will speak on behalf of all Telugu people. It will make you proud', Rajni said. These are wonderful words from a legendary actor like Rajnikanth and that will definitely give new energy to Baahubali team to come up with a fantastic output that will make India proud. 

'I'd love to work with Rajamouli if an opportunity comes', Rajni added in the end. That's something every cine lover expect to see.

Rajinikanth's Lingaa has secured a whopping Rs 200 Crore insurance

These days insurance as become common in every area where there is a scope of profit/loss.  we are aware that Salman Khan's Kick had Rs 300 Crore insurance cover.

Now, what is considered is highest-ever insurance cover in South Film Industry, the makers of Rajinikanth's Lingaa has secured a whopping Rs 200 Crore insurance cover for the film.

The mega-insurance cover includes production insurance and loss of revenue in overseas and India. The insurance also covers delays in shooting, losses due to adverse weather conditions, natural disasters, fire accidents on the sets, damage to production material, property and injury to actors during shooting. This is not all. The policy also covers sudden illness among the main cast of the film due to food poisoning or if they're under bad weather.

Lingaa is said to be the second highest-ever insurance cover in India while the first is Salman's Kick. Although initially it was seen as an additional burden for film producers, slowly the notion has been changed and we hear that the insurance for movies is slowly becoming a norm. 

Rajnikanth visting Hyderabad

Superstar Rajinikanth is all set to step-up promotional activities for his upcoming release Lingaa in Telugu speaking states.

The superstar will be visiting Hyderabad today and he will be there with the entire cast and crew to promote the movie. Anushka and Sonakshi Sinha are the heroines in the movie.

Lingaa is Rajinikanth’s biggest release so far and there are huge expectations on the movie. KS RaviKumar has directed the film and AR Rahman has composed the music. The film will show Rajinikanth in two different avatars.

Another hurdle for Linga

The fear of superstar Rajnikanth's film was so high in Tollywood that it saw a dozen releases happening yesterday. Nobody wants to clash with Rajini's movie 'Lingaa' scheduled to release on December 12th ie his birthday. But if reports from Chennai are to be believed, some doubts are again rising on its release.

Recently, a case alleging copyright infringement was struck off by the Madurai court. But before the makers can breathe easy, another writer named Saktivel has filed a case now alleging his story has been lifted. Due to these controversies, some are expressing concern whether the release will happen for sure or not. 

It appears that till the film arrives, someone or the other would keep putting their leg in between. This seems to have become the trend for many big hero flicks. Though the doubts are on, the makers are super confident that no hassles will come and the film will release as scheduled. This would bring a lot of relief and cheer to Rajini fans then! 

No legal huedles for Linga

For those who are worried about the legal hurdles engulfing Superstar Rajnikanth's "Lingaa" that posed a snag for the December 12th release, could now breathe easy. As the Court dismissed the plagariasm petition against the movie, hero Rajni and director KS Ravikumar, Lingaa is set to hit cinemas on Rajnikanth's birthday in more than 2500 screens across the globe.

Accusing that Rajni and his writer Ponn Kumaran have copied the movie 'Mullai Vanam 999', filmmaker KR Ravi Ratnam lodged a plagiarism petition pushing 'Lingaa' makers into trouble. Rajni has claimed that his movie's story is original and after looking into all the evidences, script and all, Court has now quashed the petition lodged by Ravi Ratnam. That brings the exciting news that Superstar's 63rd birthday on Dec 12 will see Lingaa's release.