Actor Ntr Jr, who made waves with ‘Rrr’, has wrapped up another schedule of his upcoming film ‘Devara’.
The film is an action drama and has action sequences designed by Kenny Bates and VFX by Brad Minnich.
The team has successfully wrapped up the schedule in Hyderabad, which featured thrilling action sequences involving the film’s lead actors and stretched over two weeks.
In ‘Devara’, Ntr Jr reunites with Koratala Siva, the talented filmmaker behind the blockbuster hit ‘Janatha Garage’.
Alongside Ntr Jr, the movie also stars the versatile actors Saif Ali Khan and Janhvi Kapoor in prominent roles, further raising the anticipation among fans.
The film’s makers have left no stone unturned in assembling a top-notch crew, roping in industry stalwarts for the music composition, editing, and other vital aspects.
Produced by Hari Krishna K of Ntr Arts and Sudhakar Mikkilineni of Yuvasudha Arts, ‘Devara’ is scheduled to...
The film is an action drama and has action sequences designed by Kenny Bates and VFX by Brad Minnich.
The team has successfully wrapped up the schedule in Hyderabad, which featured thrilling action sequences involving the film’s lead actors and stretched over two weeks.
In ‘Devara’, Ntr Jr reunites with Koratala Siva, the talented filmmaker behind the blockbuster hit ‘Janatha Garage’.
Alongside Ntr Jr, the movie also stars the versatile actors Saif Ali Khan and Janhvi Kapoor in prominent roles, further raising the anticipation among fans.
The film’s makers have left no stone unturned in assembling a top-notch crew, roping in industry stalwarts for the music composition, editing, and other vital aspects.
Produced by Hari Krishna K of Ntr Arts and Sudhakar Mikkilineni of Yuvasudha Arts, ‘Devara’ is scheduled to...
- 6/23/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
After hosting a grand muhurat puja in Hyderabad on Thursday, the makers of Ntr Jr’s next ‘Ntr 30’ have released an update for his fans. Kenny Bates has now joined director Koratala Siva’s team in the long-awaited actioner which will go on the floor this month.
Kenny Bates will oversee most of the action sequences in the film. In the past, Kenny Bates has worked on international projects like ‘Transformers’, and ‘Rambo III’.
‘Ntr 30’ will mark director Koratala Siva’s second outing with Ntr Jr after the grand success of his ‘Janatha Garage’.
In the picture shared on social media, director Koratala Siva could be seen in deep discussion with Kenny Bates, Sabu Cyril and R Rathnavelu over a miniature sculpture of a boat.
A source close to the filmmaker said: “Director Koratala Siva is leaving no stone unturned to ensure ‘Ntr 30’ is the biggest and best film.
Kenny Bates will oversee most of the action sequences in the film. In the past, Kenny Bates has worked on international projects like ‘Transformers’, and ‘Rambo III’.
‘Ntr 30’ will mark director Koratala Siva’s second outing with Ntr Jr after the grand success of his ‘Janatha Garage’.
In the picture shared on social media, director Koratala Siva could be seen in deep discussion with Kenny Bates, Sabu Cyril and R Rathnavelu over a miniature sculpture of a boat.
A source close to the filmmaker said: “Director Koratala Siva is leaving no stone unturned to ensure ‘Ntr 30’ is the biggest and best film.
- 3/26/2023
- by News Bureau
- GlamSham
Interview The director says he has faith in the script and talks about how Prabhas and Shraddha became a part of the project.Priyanka ThirumurthyTwitter/@YuvRajSujeeth Dressed in an unassuming pullover with a black and grey cap on his head, 29-year-old Sujeeth Reddy is a picture of calm just hours ahead of the release of his film Saaho. With a star of Prabhas's stature in just his second film and an eyebrow raising budget, Sujeeth has created enormous expectation amongst movie-goers. But the young director, in a freewheeling chat with Tnm, says that he holds immense belief in his script. How has the run-up to this film been ? You must be nervous. It is has not been all pressure, as would be expected. I'm actually very excited about the film. It has, of course, been a long time (for film to release), what with Prabhas shooting Baahubali and me prepping...
- 8/29/2019
- by Prajwal
- The News Minute
One of the most anticipated films of the year, Saaho starring Shraddha Kapoor and Prabhas is touted to be the biggest action thriller of the year.?
To create a never seen before actions sequences, the makers have roped in International actions directors like Kenny Bates, Peng Zhang, and Bob Brown to present a bigger than a life film.?
Here are the top five action sequences in the movie, which has been written and directed by Sujeeth.
The hero?s entry?
This sequence has been designed by internationally acclaimed action director, Peng Zhang. He was asked to choreograph a larger-than-life entry scene for Prabhas, and the actor had to train for three weeks to get the shot approved in a single take.
Gunfight?
Directed by Bob Brown, this sequence has been shot like a dance number with the help of a choreographer. In fact, the makers claim that this is the...
To create a never seen before actions sequences, the makers have roped in International actions directors like Kenny Bates, Peng Zhang, and Bob Brown to present a bigger than a life film.?
Here are the top five action sequences in the movie, which has been written and directed by Sujeeth.
The hero?s entry?
This sequence has been designed by internationally acclaimed action director, Peng Zhang. He was asked to choreograph a larger-than-life entry scene for Prabhas, and the actor had to train for three weeks to get the shot approved in a single take.
Gunfight?
Directed by Bob Brown, this sequence has been shot like a dance number with the help of a choreographer. In fact, the makers claim that this is the...
- 8/28/2019
- GlamSham
TollywoodIt will be the fourth Indian film to be screened at the theatre.Digital NativePrabhas starrer Saaho directed by Sujeeth, is set to hit the screens on August 30. According to the latest reports, the film is will be screened at Le Grand Rex in Paris. The theatre has a total of 2,800 seats and after super star Rajinikanth’s Kabali, Baahubali 2 and Vijay's Mersal, Saaho will be the fourth Indian film to be screened in this prestigious theatre. The official Twitter handle of the distribution company posted that the screening will happen on August 29. #Saaho | A man uses an arsenal of weapons to battle a gang in the city. the city under fire and people's lives at risk, #TheOneMan to give everything he has got to take the city back. [ L’Avant-PREMIÈRE ] 29 Août 21h au GrandRex GrandLarge Tickets : https://t.co/W2nhzeCDmh pic.twitter.com/YiDFqR6wJ5 — Eoy Entertainment (@eoyentertainmen) August...
- 8/22/2019
- by Priyankar
- The News Minute
The international theatrical distribution rights to the forthcoming Indian action thriller Saaho starring Prabhas of Baahubali fame along with Shraddha Kapoor has been acquired by Phars Films in association with Yrf. Written and directed by Sujeeth, and produced by Uv Creations, this much-awaited movie is being released in Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, and Malayalam. It is actually being shot simultaneously in Hindi, Tamil and Telugu.
Phars Film has been the pioneer in developing the film and cinema industry in the Middle East region as early as 1964 making it one of the leading distribution companies in the Middle East for Hollywood, Bollywood, Arabic and South Indian motion pictures.
Phars Film has collaborated with Yash Raj Films (Yrf) for the film’s release in the international territories excluding the Middle East which will be handled by its own office.
Speaking on this, Ahmad Golchin, Founder & CEO – Phars Film shared, “Saaho is this year...
Phars Film has been the pioneer in developing the film and cinema industry in the Middle East region as early as 1964 making it one of the leading distribution companies in the Middle East for Hollywood, Bollywood, Arabic and South Indian motion pictures.
Phars Film has collaborated with Yash Raj Films (Yrf) for the film’s release in the international territories excluding the Middle East which will be handled by its own office.
Speaking on this, Ahmad Golchin, Founder & CEO – Phars Film shared, “Saaho is this year...
- 6/27/2019
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
Phars Film has been the pioneer in developing the film and cinema industry in the Middle East region as early as 1964 making it one of the leading distribution companies in the Middle East for Hollywood, Bollywood, Arabic and South Indian motion pictures.?
Adding to its strong and vast distribution network, Phars Film has acquired the international theatrical distribution rights of the forthcoming Indian action thriller Saaho starring Prabhas of Baahubali fame along with Shraddha Kapoor. written and directed by Sujeeth, and produced by Uv Creations, this much-awaited movie is being released in Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, and Malayalam.
Phars Film has collaborated with Yash Raj Films (Yrf) for the film?s release in the international territories excluding the Middle East, which will be handled by its own office.
For over two decades now, Yrf has been the top production and distribution studio by delivering some of the biggest blockbusters that Indian cinema has ever seen.
Adding to its strong and vast distribution network, Phars Film has acquired the international theatrical distribution rights of the forthcoming Indian action thriller Saaho starring Prabhas of Baahubali fame along with Shraddha Kapoor. written and directed by Sujeeth, and produced by Uv Creations, this much-awaited movie is being released in Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, and Malayalam.
Phars Film has collaborated with Yash Raj Films (Yrf) for the film?s release in the international territories excluding the Middle East, which will be handled by its own office.
For over two decades now, Yrf has been the top production and distribution studio by delivering some of the biggest blockbusters that Indian cinema has ever seen.
- 6/27/2019
- GlamSham
Prabhas starrer multilingual film, Saaho has wrapped up its Mumbai schedule. The actor has generated immense curiosity amongst cine-goers to witness the epitome of a high tech action thriller, Saaho. Magnum opus Saaho which is creating headlines for its exceptional screenplay and larger than life depiction had begun the shoot in Mumbai a few days ago.?With the release of the trailer- Shades of Saaho Chapter 1 and Chapter 2, that was released on Prabhas and Shraddha?s respective birthdays, the audiences have been left eagerly curious to witness the interesting duo?s crackling chemistry for the very first time on a big screen.
Saaho is set to entertain the audience with world-class action, conceptualised and directed by the Hollywood stunts director, Kenny Bates of Transformers fame, which is sure to be a delight. For one of the action sequences in the film, the makers have roped in a crew of 50 members from Hollywood,...
Saaho is set to entertain the audience with world-class action, conceptualised and directed by the Hollywood stunts director, Kenny Bates of Transformers fame, which is sure to be a delight. For one of the action sequences in the film, the makers have roped in a crew of 50 members from Hollywood,...
- 5/2/2019
- GlamSham
Magnum opus Saaho which is creating headlines for its exceptional screenplay and larger than life depiction is ready to begin the shoot in Mumbai.?Saaho, the movie starring Prabhas and Shraddha Kapoor, will treat the audience with its unique choreography, elaborate visuals and extraordinary action sequences such as high octane action sequences along with classic action sequences that include fist fights, car and bike chases, to name a few. ?To bring a bigger treat to the audience, the action sequences are extensively shot in exquisite international locations like Abu Dhabi and Italy, to add the authentic flavour to the film. To make the filming even more realistic, the action shots were kept as real in the act and approach.
After conclusing the shoot in Hyderabad, the team has now landed in the city of Mumbai for the next schedule.
With the release of the trailer- Shades of Saaho Chapter 1 and...
After conclusing the shoot in Hyderabad, the team has now landed in the city of Mumbai for the next schedule.
With the release of the trailer- Shades of Saaho Chapter 1 and...
- 4/19/2019
- GlamSham
After wooing the audience with his humongous and bulky avatar in Baahubali franchise, Prabhas has now shed his weight for Saaho.
The actor who has gained 20 kgs for Baahubali, has worked hard to lose 7-8 kgs for his action-packed avatar in Saaho.
Prabhas has been on a low carb diet, filled with proteins, blending it with a perfect dose of cardio. Following a strict routine, the Superstar has strived hard to attain the desired physique for his role.
Known for his dedication, Prabhas had solely spared five years of his career for the Baahubali franchise and has left no stones unturned to now slip into his dashing avatar for Saaho.
Being an action fan, Prabhas enjoys doing his action-packed stunts. As Saaho is an action thriller, the actor is enjoying his training under Kenny Bates.
Prabhas. who wanted the action sequences to look authentic for Saaho. shot the 90% action sequences...
The actor who has gained 20 kgs for Baahubali, has worked hard to lose 7-8 kgs for his action-packed avatar in Saaho.
Prabhas has been on a low carb diet, filled with proteins, blending it with a perfect dose of cardio. Following a strict routine, the Superstar has strived hard to attain the desired physique for his role.
Known for his dedication, Prabhas had solely spared five years of his career for the Baahubali franchise and has left no stones unturned to now slip into his dashing avatar for Saaho.
Being an action fan, Prabhas enjoys doing his action-packed stunts. As Saaho is an action thriller, the actor is enjoying his training under Kenny Bates.
Prabhas. who wanted the action sequences to look authentic for Saaho. shot the 90% action sequences...
- 3/30/2019
- GlamSham
Baahubali superstar Prabhas, who is known to be very methodical and invests a lot of time in each of his projects, is prepping hard for Saaho.
The actor is currently filming his next, the multilingual high octane Saaho, which is directed by Sujeeth. Prabhas is leaving no stone unturned to make sure that the action sequences look authentic.?
Prabhas is following a schedule which involves a proper diet and exercise routine. The actor is hitting the gym every day. It?s an action-packed film and the actor wants the action sequences to look real.?
The makers of the film released a special behind the scenes video recently, showcasing all the work that is going into this big-ticket action venture.
Hollywood stunt director Kenny Bates of Transformers fame, who was roped in to direct the stunts and action sequences, is impressed by Prabhas dedication and commitment.?
There are many interesting action sequences in Saaho.
The actor is currently filming his next, the multilingual high octane Saaho, which is directed by Sujeeth. Prabhas is leaving no stone unturned to make sure that the action sequences look authentic.?
Prabhas is following a schedule which involves a proper diet and exercise routine. The actor is hitting the gym every day. It?s an action-packed film and the actor wants the action sequences to look real.?
The makers of the film released a special behind the scenes video recently, showcasing all the work that is going into this big-ticket action venture.
Hollywood stunt director Kenny Bates of Transformers fame, who was roped in to direct the stunts and action sequences, is impressed by Prabhas dedication and commitment.?
There are many interesting action sequences in Saaho.
- 3/26/2019
- GlamSham
TollywoodThe film makers have reportedly spent around Rs 90 crore for the stunt sequences. Digital NativeSaaho, Prabhas’ upcoming Telugu flick, is easily one of the most anticipated films of the year as it marks Prabhas' entry after the mammoth success of the Baahubali series. Prabhas’ stunt sequences in the film have been shot extensively in Dubai, spending a huge chunk of the movie’s estimated budget. Reports are that the producers have shelled out Rs 90 crore for the action sequences. Hollywood stunt director Kenny Bates has choreographed the stunts for Saaho and it will be one of its kind in the Indian film industry, say sources. Sources told DC, “Kenny Bates was awestruck by Prabhas’ commitment. He fell in love with the actor’s attitude when it came down to pushing the envelope for action scenes. The film’s chase-sequences will blow the audience away.” For those asking about the progress of Saaho,...
- 3/19/2019
- by Priyankar
- The News Minute
TollywoodThe teaser of the second instalment of 'Sahoo' has been released on its female lead, Shraddha’s birthday on March 3.Tnm StaffThe second teaser, a behind-the-scenes video from the set of Prabhas' Saaho, was released earlier on Sunday, as promised by the team. Chapter 1 of Shades of Saaho was released on Prabha’s birthday in October last year and this time, its second instalment has come right in time for Shraddha’s birthday. The video offers a sneak-peek into how the sets were set up for this high-budget, high-on-octane stunts action flick. The video also shows how some of the stunts have been choreographed. There’s no dearth for guns being fired in this one-minute video. Actor Shraddha makes a brief appearance in the video. Seen wearing a maroon jacket, Shraddha fires a gun and the teaser ends with an impressive stunt montage with Prabhas. Without revealing the date, the...
- 3/3/2019
- by Shiba
- The News Minute
Earlier, the makers of Saaho treated the audience with glimpses of the film with Shades of Saaho,Chapter 1 on the birthday of Prabhas. Now, Saaho team plans to give more insight into the film by releasing a special unit on Shraddha Kapoor's birthday.
Saaho will mark Superstar Prabhas' Bollywood debut as the action thriller is a trilingual simultaneously shot in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu.?
After the humongous success of Baahubali franchise, there is an immense excitement to witness Prabhas on screen again. Adding to the buzz, is the refreshing pair of Prabhas and Shraddha Kapoor, intriguing not just the masses but also the classes.?
Revealing the suave and stylish side of Prabhas in the short video showcasing the action shade, the makers created tremendous excitement to witness the upcoming second unit.?
Action stunts choreographed by international action master Kenny Bates, the first chapter of Shades of Saaho left fans...
Saaho will mark Superstar Prabhas' Bollywood debut as the action thriller is a trilingual simultaneously shot in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu.?
After the humongous success of Baahubali franchise, there is an immense excitement to witness Prabhas on screen again. Adding to the buzz, is the refreshing pair of Prabhas and Shraddha Kapoor, intriguing not just the masses but also the classes.?
Revealing the suave and stylish side of Prabhas in the short video showcasing the action shade, the makers created tremendous excitement to witness the upcoming second unit.?
Action stunts choreographed by international action master Kenny Bates, the first chapter of Shades of Saaho left fans...
- 2/26/2019
- GlamSham
TollywoodThe second teaser of the movie will be released on the occasion of Shraddha Kapoor's birthday.Tnm StaffThe makers of Saaho, the much anticipated Prabhas’ upcoming flick, have announced the release of ‘Shades of Saaho- Chapter 2’, the second part of the movie teaser, on March 3. Saaho will be Prabhas next after the mammoth success of the Baahubali franchise in 2017. The actor will be seen on screen after a gap of two years. ‘Shades of Saaho’- Chapter 1, was released on October 23, coinciding with Prabhas’ birthday. The makers are releasing part two of the teaser next Sunday, on the birthday of Shraddha Kapoor, who is playing the female lead in Saaho. The movie will also be the actor’s first stint in Tollywood. According to reports, the second video is expected to have silhouette shots of Prabhas shot using the Dino-Uri 18 Kw setting. The Saaho team is currently shooting in...
- 2/24/2019
- by Priyankar
- The News Minute
TollywoodIn what seems to be a year of superstars for the Telugu film industry, here is a compilation of some of the most awaited Tollywood releases of 2019.Priyanka RichiFor Tollywood, 2018 was a year of experiments. From Prashanth Varma’s Awe, which brought before us the illusion of reality, to Venkatesh Maha’s C/o Kancherapalam, which told us the intimate story of a sleepy village in Vizag, Tollywood gave us a mixed bag of heartwarming tales. While debutant director Rahul Ravindran’s slice-of-life movie Chi La Sow opened to positive reviews from film critics, Tharun Bhascker’s Ee Nagaraniki Emaindi failed to recreate the magic of his earlier Pelli Choopulu at the box office. While we hope that the trend continues in 2019 too, fans of Tollywood superstars are eagerly awaiting the big-budget releases of the year. While Prabhas is hoping for a grand comeback with Saaho after his magnum opus...
- 1/22/2019
- by Vidya
- The News Minute
KollywoodPosting the video on Instagram, Amy Jackson said this stunt was from her first practice session. Tnm StaffActor Amy Jackson, who will be seen sharing screen space with Rajinikanth and Akshay Kumar in director Shankar’s upcoming sci-fi thriller 2.0, posted a short clip of her practising a stunt move for the film. The slow-motion video clip shows the actor doing a front flip with the help of a harness. She bounces off from the bike, flips across a stacked row of cardboard boxes and lands squarely on the cushions placed on the ground. “Before we started filming for 2.0, some of the best action choreographers flew into to Chennai to begin stunt prep. This is from our first practice session! We shot everything in slo-mo so we could see my mistakes and work out the timings for the ropes before we shot the real thing,” she wrote on her Instagram post.
- 11/27/2018
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
Kollywood'Endhira Logathu Sundariye’ video song can be compared to 'Irumbile' from 'Enthiran' in its setting.Tnm StaffYoutube ScreengrabThe video of ‘Endhira Logathu Sundariye’, a song from Rajinikanth’s 2.0 was released on Saturday. The song had clocked over 2.9 million views on YouTube as of Sunday afternoon. The futuristic song has been imagined with robots and can be compared with 'Irumbile' song from its prequel Enthiran. This song that has been rendered by Sid Sriram and Shashaa Tirupati has been composed by Ar Rahman. Both Amy Jackson and Rajinikanth are seen wearing robotic suits, zipping past on hovercrafts. The song’s sets have been designed to resemble the inside of electronic gadgets. Watch: The film that has been in the making for a long time will finally release on November 29. A sci-fi film, just like its prequel, it will have some gravity defying stunts as well. 2.0 also marks the southern debut of Akshay Kumar,...
- 11/25/2018
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
TollywoodThe teaser of the making of the movie was released on the occasion of Prabhas' birthday.Tnm StaffThe makers of Prabhas’ upcoming flick Saaho revealed the first chapter of ‘Shades of Sahoo’, a teaser on the making of the film, on the occasion of the actor’s birthday on Tuesday. Uv Creations released the video in a tweet on their official page, wishing the star a very happy birthday. Wishing our #Saaho star #Prabhas a very Happy Birthday. Here's presenting stellar Chapter 1 of our unique series, #ShadesOfSaaho showcasing some fascinating tidbits from the Abu Dhabi schedule! @ShraddhaKapoor @sujeethsign @TSeries #HappyBirthdayPrabhashttps://t.co/OzT7ff7YFz — Uv Creations (@UV_Creations) October 23, 2018 The video is a one and a half minute compilation of the 30-day shoot of the film in Abu Dhabi. With some of the top technicians in the industry being roped in for the film, the movie seems to...
- 10/23/2018
- by Priyankar
- The News Minute
KollywoodThese two songs give us a fair idea of what's in store in the film.Tnm StaffTwo lyrics videos from Shakar’s most awaited sequel, 2.0, were released on Friday. The songs ‘Endhira logathu sundariye’ and ‘Rajaali’ have been composed by Ar Rahman who also worked on the 2010 prequel, Enthiran. It is possible for one to arrive at the film's plot with the help of its jukebox and these two songs give us a fair idea of what's in store. While ‘Endhira logathu sundariye’ can be compared to ‘Irumbile oru irudhaiyam’ from Enthiran, ‘Raajali’ has a very ‘Boom boom robo da’ sound to it. Both the songs’ lyrics have been penned by Madhan Karky. ‘Raajali’ has been sung by Blaaze, Arjun Chandy and Sid Sriram while the other has Sid Sriram and Shashaa Tirupati crooning the lines. Here We Go! #EndhiraLogathuSundariye - https://t.co/qMhGVyzBwM Beauty in an #MagnumOpus.. Enjoy...
- 10/21/2018
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
TollywoodSome daredevilry stunts and chase sequences have been shot in the Middle East with the Hollywood stunt coordinator Kenny Bates choreographing it. Digital NativePrabhas starrer Saaho was announced last year and the shooting is still under progress. Being a very high budget film, Saaho is being shot in various locations in India and abroad. According to reports, some daredevilry stunts and chase sequences have been shot in the Middle East with the Hollywood stunt coordinator Kenny Bates choreographing it. According to latest reports about the film, there is a 20-minute village sequence included and will be the highlight of Saaho. This update has certainly created a lot of anticipation about Saaho. Saaho, directed by Sujeeth, is bankrolled by V. Vamshi Krishna Reddy and Pramod Uppalapati under the banner Uv Creations on a budget of Rs 300 crores. The film’s star cast also includes Neil Nitin Mukesh, Lal, Arun Vijay, Mandira Bedi,...
- 10/15/2018
- by Priyankar
- The News Minute
KollywoodThis latest video is an exclusive sneak-peek of the film's extraordinary VFX shots.Digital NativeShankar’s 2.0, the sequel to superstar Rajinikanth’s Enthiran, is the eagerly awaited film for the last two years. The film that been in the making for long and has been subjected to several delays. After multiple postponements, the makers recently revealed that the high budget science-fiction film will finally release on November 29. The makers have now kicked off its promotional campaign. After the release of two singles during the audio launch held in Dubai last year, multiple posters were released. The film’s teaser was launched on September 13. The Hindi version teaser has crossed over 34 million views and its Tamil version has over 17 million views. The makers have now released a new behind-the-scenes video, an exclusive sneak-peek of its extraordinary VFX shots. A sci-fi film, just like its prequel, it will have some gravity defying stunts as well.
- 10/2/2018
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
TollywoodThe filmmakers intend to release it in Tamil, Telugu, and Hindi due to which actors popular across the film industries are being chosen.Digital NativeDigital NativeReports have emerged that the Malayalam actor Lal has joined the sets of the Prabhas starrer Saaho, which is progressing in Abu Dhabi right now. The team is canning some action sequences there and Lal has joined the sets. Earlier, it was reported that Arun Vijay flew down to Abu Dhabi to film for his portions. With Lal being included, the star cast has just got bigger. Saaho, a high budget movie, is being bankrolled by Vamsi Krishna and U Pramod under the banner Uv Creations. The film is made on a budget of Rs 300 crores of which Rs 90 crores have been earmarked for action sequences alone. Most of the action scenes will be filmed abroad and it is being choreographed by the internationally acclaimed stunt director Kenny Bates. Trade sources revealed that an action sequence in the film was shot extensively near the popular Burj Khalifa skyscraper and it took the producers about Rs 25 crores to shoot it. Touted to be the second most expensive film after Baahubali, it has the Baahubali star Prabhas playing the lead role. Being his first film after Baahubali, which took five years of his time, expectations are very high on Saaho. On roping in actors from various film industries for this project, we hear that the filmmakers intend to release it in Tamil, Telugu, and Hindi due to which actors popular across the film industries were chosen. While Prabhas and Shraddha Kapoor play the lead roles in this film, the star cast also includes Jackie Shroff, Chunkey Pandey, Mandira Bedi, Neil Nitin Mukesh, Tinnu Anand etc. The trio from Bollywood Shankar – Ehsaan – Loy are composing music for this high budget film with R Madhie cranking the camera and A Sreekar Prasad editing it. Saaho is due for release next year. (Content provided by Digital Native) Also Read: Woman, 4-yr-old die as boats collide in Krishna River in AP...
- 5/26/2018
- by Monalisa
- The News Minute
TollywoodDirected by Sujeeth of 'Run Raja Run' fame, 'Saaho' is touted to be a sci-fi thriller.Digital NativeDigital NativeThe Prabhas starrer Saaho is fast progressing despite some delay in the project taking off. Directed by Sujeeth of Run Raja Run fame, Saaho is touted to be a sci-fi thriller. The team recently wrapped 50 days of filming in Abu Dhabi. In this schedule with more than 250 crew members, a whopping Rs 90 crore has been spent on the action sequence of a major action sequence – under the supervision of international stunt choreographer Kenny Bates. Saaho will be the second longest Indian movie to be produced in Abu Dhabi after Tiger Zinda Hai last year. In an interview to Gulfnews Prabhas said, "Soon after wrapping Sahoo, I will be moving to my next, which will start rolling in June, which will be a pure love story that is likely to be shot in Europe." Talking about the film, he said, "All the characters in this film have an important role to play. The story is bigger than any of us and we are connected in different ways. Each character doesn’t just come and go, because everyone has memorable parts to play. For instance, Shraddha doesn’t just come for a song, she plays an important character. She’s one of the biggest assets and the story is narrated from her point of view.” Made on a whopping budget of over Rs 300 Crore, the film is made in Telugu, Tamil, and Hindi. Shraddha Kapoor will be seen as Prabhas' love interest while Neil Nitin Mukesh plays a prominent role. Renowned music trio Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy has composed the soundtrack for the film while Sabu Cyril is the production designer. The film is being bankrolled by Uppalapati Pramod and V Vamsi Krishna Reddy on Uv Creations banner. The teaser of Saaho was released with Baahubali: The Conclusion and the first glimpses of the film treated the audience with a futuristic theme. Director Sujeeth is said to be working hard in order to meet the mammoth expectations on the film. (Content provided by Digital Native) Also Read: Rakshita to dub for Amy Jackson in 'The Villain'...
- 5/25/2018
- by Monalisa
- The News Minute
EntertainmentPrabhas met Neil Nitin Mukesh and his wife Rukmini and congratulated them on their soon-to-arrive baby.Digital NativeBaahubali star Prabhas visited Neil Nitin Mukesh and his wife Rukmini recently and congratulated the couple that is expecting their first child soon. Prabhas met them at their home to convey his wishes for their announcement regarding their soon-to-arrive child. After Prabhas’ visit, Neil posted some photos on Instagram and wrote: “When the nations Darling proves to be wayyyyy more. Such a warm and sweet gesture to Come meet @rukminineilmukesh @naman.n.mukesh and me. To congratulate us on our new beginning. He instantly makes everyone fall in love with him. #prabhas #saaho #actionmovie #superstar.” When the nations Darling proves to be wayyyyy more. Such a warm and sweet gesture to Come meet @rukminineilmukesh @naman.n.mukesh and me. To congratulate us on our new beginning He instantly makes everyone fall in love with him. #prabhas #saaho #actionmovie #superstar A post shared by Neil Nitin Mukesh (@neilnitinmukesh) on May 3, 2018 at 11:32pm Pdt Neil Nitin Mukesh plays the villain in the upcoming action flick Saaho directed by Sujeeth of Run Raja Run fame. Touted to be a sci-fi thriller, it stars Prabhas in the lead role who will be seen romancing actor Shraddha Kapoor. The shooting for Saaho began last year but its progress has been stalled for various reasons. The crew has wrapped up the first schedule in Hyderabad completing nearly 40% of the total shoot. The team is currently shooting in Dubai and as part of this schedule a major action sequence, under the supervision of international stunt choreographer Kenny Bates, will be filmed. Apart from the schedule in Dubai, the team is also planning to shoot in other foreign countries. The others in the star cast of this multi-lingual are Mandira Bedi, Arun Vijay, Jackie Shroff and Lal. Bankrolled by U Pramod and V Vamsi Krishna under their banner Uv Creations, Saaho is made on a huge budget of around Rs 250 crore. Shankar – Ehsaan – Loy are composing the music for this venture with R Madhie cranking the camera and A Sreekar Prasad editing it. With Saaho being the first film for Prabhas after the colossal success of Baahubali: The Beginning and Baahubali: The Conclusion, fans are eagerly waiting for its release. But for now it looks like the release date hasn’t been finalised yet. Also read: ‘We saw both sides of Tamil film industry strike’: Meet the CEO of Ags Entertainment (Content provided by Digital Native)...
- 5/7/2018
- by Monalisa
- The News Minute
TollywoodThe sequence is being shot in Abu Dhabi.Digital NativePrabhas, following the phenomenal success of SS Rajamouli’s Baahubali, has started shooting for his upcoming multi-lingual action adventure flick, Saaho, which is rumoured to be made on a budget of Rs. 300 crore. The team is currently shooting in Dubai and as part of this schedule is a major action sequence – under the supervision of international stunt choreographer Kenny Bates. According to a statement, a whopping Rs. 90 crore is being spent on the action sequence alone. The team will shoot in the UAE for 50 days and over 250 crew members – both Indian as well international – have been roped in for this extensive schedule. On shooting in Dubai, Prabhas said in a statement: “We are all excited to be shooting in Abu Dhabi – friends in the industry have told me that it’s an incredible filming destination boasting awe-inspiring landscapes, and it is certainly living up to that reputation. I’ve been impressed at the level of support we’ve received from twofour54, the local crew, the fans, and the government, who are all going out of their way to make things as smooth as possible.” At 50 days, and with more than 250 crew members, Saaho will be the second longest Indian movie to be produced in Abu Dhabi after Tiger Zinda Hai last year. It will also be one of the most dynamic films to hit the screen - the large-scale action scenes are expected to take about 20 days to shoot. The teaser of Saaho was released with Baahubali: The Conclusion, the first glimpses of the film treated the audience with a futuristic theme, while showcasing Prabhas in a badass avatar. Saaho will bring to the big screen an ensemble star cast of Shraddha Kapoor, Neil Nitin Mukesh, Jackie Shroff, Mandira Bedi, Mahesh Manjrekar and Chunky Pandey. (Content provided by Digital Native)...
- 5/3/2018
- by Monalisa
- The News Minute
Cinema The multilingual film is being made on a budget of Rs 150 crore.Tnm StaffThe first look of Shraddha Kapoor from the upcoming multilingual film Saaho, which also stars Prabhas in the lead, is out. Celebrity makeup artist Shraddha Naik shared a photo of the actor, reportedly from the sets of the film, on Monday. She captioned it with: “#firstlook @shraddhakapoor #sahoo #newfilm #newteam #oldus #prabhas #uvcreations #makeup @shraddha.naik #hair @rohan_jagtap_ @menonnikita #costumes @leepakshiellawadi #lovemywork #thankyouuniverse” #firstlook @shraddhakapoor #sahoo #newfilm #newteam #oldus #prabhas #uvcreations #makeup @shraddha.naik #hair @rohan_jagtap_ @menonnikita #costumes @leepakshiellawadi #lovemywork #thankyouuniverse A post shared by Shraddha Naik (@shraddha.naik) on Mar 4, 2018 at 7:54pm Pst In the pic, Shraddha Kapoor, dressed in a purple shirt and formal trousers, is seen wearing a serious look on her face. Here's the look of the enchanting @ShraddhaKapoor from #Prabhas' #Saaho. Pretty as ever #HBDShraddhaKapoor #HappyBirthdayShraddha pic.twitter.com/FeoV5afS6e — Kaushik Lm (@LMKMovieManiac) March 3, 2018 (function(d, s, id) { var js, fjs = d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0]; if (d.getElementById(id)) return; js = d.createElement(s); js.id = id; js.src = 'https://connect.facebook.net/en_GB/sdk.js#xfbml=1&version=v2.12'; fjs.parentNode.insertBefore(js, fjs); }(document, 'script', 'facebook-jssdk')); Wishing the gorgeous & talented Shraddha a very Happy birthday. It was great teaming up with you for Saaho. All the success and happiness to you.. Posted by Prabhas on Saturday, 3 March 2018 Directed by Sujeeth Reddy, Saaho is bankrolled by V Vamsi Krishna Reddy and U Pramod under the banner Uv Creations. It is a magnum opus made on a budget of Rs 150 crore, of which Rs 40 crore has been earmarked for the stunt sequences alone. Apart from Prabhas and Shraddha, others in the cast include Neil Nitin Mukesh, Mandira Bedi, Arun Vijay, Jackie Shroff, Lal, Mahesh Manjrekar and Tinnu Anand. Shankar – Ehsaan – Loy have been signed up to compose the tunes for this flick with R Madhi cranking the camera and A Sreekar Prasad roped in for editing. Internationally renowned stunt choreographer Kenny Bates has been signed up to choreograph the action sequences, which are believed to be the major highlight of the movie. The Saaho team was to fly down to Dubai to film some important portions, including an action sequence at the world’s tallest building Burj Khalifa, but the schedule now stands postponed. Talking about Saaho, Shraddha had earlier said, “I am definitely excited to be able to work with Prabhas. It’s the first time I am shooting for a Hindi and Telugu bilingual film. It will also be dubbed in other languages. This is a great opportunity for me.” With inputs from Digital Native...
- 3/6/2018
- by Editor
- The News Minute
Entertainment The team will be heading to Romania to film some crucial scenes after completing shooting in Dubai. Digital NativeThe Saaho team was to fly down to Dubai to film some important portions including an action block at the world’s tallest building Burj Khalifa, but the schedule now stands postponed. Reports are that it has been rescheduled to later this month due to various reasons that have not been disclosed. Apart from the schedule in Dubai, the team was also planning to shoot in other foreign countries, say sources and all that also stands postponed to a later date. Directed by Sujeeth Reddy, Saaho is bankrolled by V. Vamsi Krishna Reddy and U Pramod under the banner Uv Creations. It is a magnum opus made on a budget of Rs. 150 crores of which Rs. 40 crores have been earmarked for the stunt sequences alone. Starring Prabhas in the lead role, the film has Bollywood actor Shraddha Kapoor playing the female lead. Others in the supporting roles include Neil Nitin Mukesh, Mandira Bedi, Arun Vijay, Jackie Shroff, Lal, Mahesh Manjrekar, and Tinnu Anand. Shankar – Ehsaan – Loy have been signed up to compose the tunes for this flick with R Madhi cranking the camera and A. Sreekar Prasad roped in for editing. Internationally renowned stunt choreographer Kenny Bates has been signed up to choreograph the action sequences, which would be the major highlight of Saaho. According to reports, the Saaho team would head to Romania to film some crucial scenes after completing the Dubai schedule. Being a sci-fi action entertainer, its lead star Prabhas had to do a lot of homework to get into the skin of the character he plays. He reportedly learnt scuba diving for the underwater scenes that were filmed on him, add sources. The shooting of this film began in June last year and the first look poster featuring its lead star, Prabhas, was released on his birthday on 23rd October. The film is scheduled to hit the silver screens later this year.
- 3/1/2018
- by Editor
- The News Minute
Cinema Being his first film after the massive success of 'Baahubali', Prabhas' fans will get to see him in a different avatar.Digital NativeExpectations are mounting for the multi-lingual Saaho, which has Prabhas in the lead. Being his first film after the massive success of Baahubali: the Beginning and Baahubali: the Conclusion,for which he worked for five long years, his fans will get to see him in a different avatar. The film went on floors last year and is progressing at a breakneck speed with the team gearing up to fly abroad for the next schedule. Initially, there was a buzz that Prabhas' co-star in Baahubali, Anushka Shetty, may be cast opposite him, but later the role went to Bollywood actor Shraddha Kapoor. Bollywood star Neil Nithin Mukesh is playing the antagonist. A multi-lingual film to be released in Telugu, Tamil and Hindi, Saaho's star cast also includes Mandira Bedi, Arun Vijay, Jackie Shroff and Lal. According to latest reports, Amy Jackson has been approached to make a cameo appearance in the film and we hear that she is all set to shake a leg with Prabhas in the film. Meanwhile, the next few schedules of the film will take place across Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Romania, where most of the film’s high-octane action scenes will be shot. Touted to be an action entertainer, the film will have a high octane fight sequence that is planned to be shot at the Burj Kalifa in Dubai, which is the tallest building in the world. Hollywood stunt director Kenny Bates will be choreographing this stunt. The mega budget action extravaganza is said to be made on a budget of over Rs 150 crore. Saaho is a science-fiction thriller that is being directed by Sujeeth Reddy. The film is being produced by V Vamsi Krishna Reddy and U Pramod under the banner Uv Creations on a budget of around Rs 180 crores. Music for Saaho is being composed by Shankar – Ehsaan – Loy with R Madhie cranking the camera and A Sreekar Prasad editing it.
- 2/24/2018
- by Editor
- The News Minute
EntertainmentThe film's team is currently stationed in Hyderabad where some important scenes are being canned.Digital NativeBaahubali actor Prabhas is back from his holiday in Los Angeles where he had travelled, to ring in the New Year. Now, he has joined the sets of his upcoming film Saaho. The team is currently stationed in Hyderabad where some important scenes are being canned. The film’s lead lady Shraddha Kapoor and villain Neil Nithin Mukesh have joined the sets as well. This is a short schedule and the Saaho team is expected to wrap it up soon. Following this, the team would be moving to Dubai where a 45-day schedule has been planned. Reports suggest that the director of the film has planned some high-octane fight sequences to be shot there. The makers have roped in Hollywood stunt director Kenny Bates to choreograph the action sequences for the movie and said that it would be a treat to watch. With Prabhas turning out to be a star with the pan-Indian appeal after the massive success of Baahubali: the Beginning and Baahubali: the Conclusion and having a huge fan base across the country, expectations are high on Saaho. An action thriller, a genre completely different from the Baahubali franchise, the film is being directed by Sujeeth. V Vamsi Krishna Reddy and Pramod are bankrolling this project under their banner Uv Creations on a budget of Rs. 200 crore. While Prabhas, Shraddha Kapoor and Neil Nithin Mukesh play pivotal roles in the film, the star cast also includes Arun Vijay, Jackie Shroff, Lal and Mandira Bedi. Being shot in Hindi and Telugu simultaneously, the film is expected to be released in other languages including Tamil and Malayalam. The technical crew of Saaho include Shankar – Ehsaan – Loy for music, R Madhi for cinematography and A Sreekar Prasad for editing. Reports suggest that the movie will be out, later this year. Content by Digital Native.
- 1/12/2018
- by Nitin
- The News Minute
EntertainmentThe film will be released in Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam and Hindi, and is slated to hit screens in 2018.Digital Native Prabhas Sahoo trailer screenshot.jpgPrabhas has undoubtedly turned out to be one of the leading actors in India with his recently released Baahubali: the Conclusion being declared a box office hit. If sources are anything to go by, the ‘Rebel star’ would be seen in a dual role in his highly-anticipated upcoming film Sahoo. Recollecting Prabhas look in the Sahoo teaser, which was released at the time of his previous film, and the first look where he is seen hiding his face with a mask, reports suggested that he could be playing a dual role. However, official confirmation is awaited. Directed by Sujeeth of Run Raja Run fame, Saaho is touted to be a sci-fi thriller. Starring Prabhas in the lead role and he will be seen acting with Shraddha Kapoor in the movie. Recently, the crew wrapped up the first schedule in Hyderabad, completing nearly 40% of the total shoot. Earlier, the team planned to head to Dubai where a large chunk of the scenes with Prabhas were to be shot at the Burj Khalifa, but due to some unknown reasons, this Dubai schedule has got delayed and the entire shooting plan has changed. Recently, the first look of the film was unveiled to coincide with the birthday celebration of Prabhas. The star cast includes Neil Nitin Mukesh who plays the main villain in the film and along with Mahesh Manjrekar, Jackie Shroff, Mandira Bedi and Chunkey Pandey. International stuntman Kenny Bates, popular for his work on films such as Die Hard and Transformers, has been brought on board. The film is made on a budget of Rs. 150 crore, bankrolled by Uppalapati Pramod and V Vamsi Krishna Reddy on Uv Creations banner. The movie has music by Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy. While Sabu Cyril will take care of production design, Madhie will crank the camera. The film will be released in Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam and Hindi. The film is slated to hit screens in 2018. Content by Digital Native. Enanble Notification: NoTNM Marquee: No...
- 12/14/2017
- by Nitin
- The News Minute
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Chelsea have never been a club known for giving their youngsters opportunities to shine. John Terry is the only first team player to successfully come through the ranks in recent times, way back when Claudio Ranieri was still being bossed around by Ken Bates. Ryan Bertrand may have raised hopes after his noteworthy performance in the Champions League final, but despite following that up with a number of solid outings as Ashley Cole’s understudy and an international cap, he’s been frozen out this year by José Mourinho despite no noticeable drop in form.
It’s a shame that the prospects for Chelsea’s youngsters are as bleak as ever, because thanks to the work of Frank Arnesen in renovating the club’s scouting network from 2005-2010, the club’s U21 and youth team ranks are packed with more talent than perhaps anywhere else in the country.
Chelsea have never been a club known for giving their youngsters opportunities to shine. John Terry is the only first team player to successfully come through the ranks in recent times, way back when Claudio Ranieri was still being bossed around by Ken Bates. Ryan Bertrand may have raised hopes after his noteworthy performance in the Champions League final, but despite following that up with a number of solid outings as Ashley Cole’s understudy and an international cap, he’s been frozen out this year by José Mourinho despite no noticeable drop in form.
It’s a shame that the prospects for Chelsea’s youngsters are as bleak as ever, because thanks to the work of Frank Arnesen in renovating the club’s scouting network from 2005-2010, the club’s U21 and youth team ranks are packed with more talent than perhaps anywhere else in the country.
- 12/10/2013
- by Xander Markham
- Obsessed with Film
There’s no doubt his millions have molded the shape of Chelsea Football Club’s recent history, in the shape of Premier League trophies, a Champions League and Fa Cups galore, but is it time for Roman’s empire to disperse?
Life before Roman wasn’t a period to really boast about for Chelsea Football Club. Success wasn’t as accessible until the Russian business tycoon’s millionaires became available, but his investment almost instantly rocketed them from the above average, to the astounding.
Abramovich took the reins in June 2003, acquiring control of the club from now Leeds chairman Ken Bates. That year, manager Claudio Ranieri guided them to a second place finish in the 2003/2004 campaign, and to the semi-finals of the Champions League. Deemed a failure, Ranieri was then ditched in favor of the man who oversaw Porto pipping Chelsea to the Champions League that year, Jose Mourinho, and...
Life before Roman wasn’t a period to really boast about for Chelsea Football Club. Success wasn’t as accessible until the Russian business tycoon’s millionaires became available, but his investment almost instantly rocketed them from the above average, to the astounding.
Abramovich took the reins in June 2003, acquiring control of the club from now Leeds chairman Ken Bates. That year, manager Claudio Ranieri guided them to a second place finish in the 2003/2004 campaign, and to the semi-finals of the Champions League. Deemed a failure, Ranieri was then ditched in favor of the man who oversaw Porto pipping Chelsea to the Champions League that year, Jose Mourinho, and...
- 4/19/2013
- by Ben Williams
- Obsessed with Film
Chairman Ken Bates wants Lee Clark to be the new manager of Leeds United, according to the BBC. Despite being among the bookies favourites, former Sheffield United boss Neil Warnock, who lost his job a couple of weeks back at Premier League outfit Queens Park Rangers, is not believed to be Bates’ first choice to replace Simon Grayson.
Journalist Dan Roan has just tweeted the news;
Hearing from those who should know that Ken Bates’ preferred choice as new manager of Leeds Utd is Huddersfield’s Lee Clark, & not Warnock
Lee Clark is currently manager of nearby West Yorkshire club Huddersfield Town in League One, where he has currently guided them to third position in the table. He has been linked with a number of bigger jobs in recent months, even the Sunderland vacancy when the top job at his former club became available last year but so far he has stuck with The Terriers.
Journalist Dan Roan has just tweeted the news;
Hearing from those who should know that Ken Bates’ preferred choice as new manager of Leeds Utd is Huddersfield’s Lee Clark, & not Warnock
Lee Clark is currently manager of nearby West Yorkshire club Huddersfield Town in League One, where he has currently guided them to third position in the table. He has been linked with a number of bigger jobs in recent months, even the Sunderland vacancy when the top job at his former club became available last year but so far he has stuck with The Terriers.
- 2/2/2012
- by Matt Holmes
- Obsessed with Film
Hollywood has always loved tales of redemption -- the poor, downtrodden or otherwise disenfranchised finding their true value with the help of an inspirational mentor. Sometimes the formula works. Unfortunately in "Gridiron Gang", Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson is about as inspirational as a yawn.
A true story, based on an award-winning documentary, about Inner City kids in juvenile detention who come together to forge a winning football team, is great material, but the film never catches fire. With rabid interest in the new football season and a major marketing blitz by Sony, the film could score a few early touchdowns in its first weekend but should tail off quickly after that.
Johnson plays Sean Porter, a dedicated probation officer at Camp Kilpatrick, the last stop for teenage gang members and violent offenders before the state locks them up with adults.
Frustrated by the frequency with which the kids return to the camp after being released, he imagines that by creating a football team he can instill discipline and a sense of self-worth in his charges. In other words, he's a man on a mission, and he's got plenty of work to do.
First, he must get the institution to go along with his plan. That means convincing reluctant camp director Paul Higa (Leon Rippy) and his assistant Dexter (Kevin Dunn) that it can work, and then finding other high school coaches willing to compete against convicted felons.
Then he has to put the team together. These kids, most of them from the Los Angles area, and many from rival gangs, already live in an environment of distrust and hatred.
His main reclamation project is Willie Weathers (Jade Yorker), a surly youth who killed his mother's boyfriend after losing his cousin in a drive-by shooting. Then there's his gang nemesis Kelvin (David Thomas), the angry Samoan Junior Palaita (Setu Taase), the team's water boy and mascot Bug (Brandon Mychal Smith) and the white but-not-too-trashy Kenny Bates (Trever O'Brien). In this sanitized version of street life, none of them are really bad kids, they just made bad choices.
Porter peppers them with uplifting messages about grit and determination and not being losers anymore. And -- surprise, surprise -- after numerous hardships and disappointments, the Mustangs, as they are called, become a self-respecting team that wins enough games to make it to the regional championship.
Director Phil Joanou, making his first feature in seven years, does a nice job giving the film a gritty, lived-in quality (much of the picture was shot at the real Camp Kilpatrick in the Santa Monica Mountains), and the football sequences, coached by Alan Graf, look and sound like The Real Thing. But screenwriter Jeff Maguire hasn't given them enough to work with.
The characters all have back stories -- Porter's mother is dying and he hates his father; Weathers is trying to go straight and win back his girlfriend; Junior longs to be reunited with his 2-year-old -- but not the depth to make them seem like anything more than types.
At an unbelievable 126 minutes, the film is bloated with story; too many things happen, mostly setbacks, to allow the movie to gather any momentum and soar, as this kind of picture must do to succeed. But Johnson is the real problem because the film is built around him. He is the latest in a long line of muscular hunks who don't so much emote as deliver lines. But in fairness, it is not easy to sell dialogue like, "accept this challenge and I promise you, you'll be winners."
Lensing by Jeff Cutter, production design by Floyd Albee, editing by Joel Negron and other tech credits are good enough to draw you into the film; unfortunately, there's nothing to keep you there.
GRIDIRON GANG
Sony Pictures
Columbia Pictures presents in association with Relativity Media an Original Film production
Credits:
Director: Phil Joanou
Screenwriter: Jeff Maguire
Executive producers: Michael Rachmil, Shane Stanley, Ryan Kavanaugh, Lynwood
Spinks
Producers: Neal H. Moritz, Lee Stanley
Director of photography: Jeff Cutter
Production designer: Floyd Albee
Music: Trevor Rabin
Co-producer: Amanda Cohen
Costume designer: Sanja Milkovic Hays
Editor: Joel Negron. Cast: Coach Sean Porter: Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson
Malcolm Moore: Xzibit
Ted Dexter: Kevin Dunn
Paul Higa: Leon Rippy
Willie Weathers: Jade Yorker
Kenny Bates: Trever O'Brien
Bug: Brandon Mychal Smith
Leon Hayes: Mo
Kelvin Owens: David Thomas
Junior Palaita: Setu Taase
Donald Madlock: James Earl III
Jamal Evans: Jamal Mixon
Danyelle Rollins: Jurnee Smollett
MPAA rating PG-13
Running time -- 126 minutes...
A true story, based on an award-winning documentary, about Inner City kids in juvenile detention who come together to forge a winning football team, is great material, but the film never catches fire. With rabid interest in the new football season and a major marketing blitz by Sony, the film could score a few early touchdowns in its first weekend but should tail off quickly after that.
Johnson plays Sean Porter, a dedicated probation officer at Camp Kilpatrick, the last stop for teenage gang members and violent offenders before the state locks them up with adults.
Frustrated by the frequency with which the kids return to the camp after being released, he imagines that by creating a football team he can instill discipline and a sense of self-worth in his charges. In other words, he's a man on a mission, and he's got plenty of work to do.
First, he must get the institution to go along with his plan. That means convincing reluctant camp director Paul Higa (Leon Rippy) and his assistant Dexter (Kevin Dunn) that it can work, and then finding other high school coaches willing to compete against convicted felons.
Then he has to put the team together. These kids, most of them from the Los Angles area, and many from rival gangs, already live in an environment of distrust and hatred.
His main reclamation project is Willie Weathers (Jade Yorker), a surly youth who killed his mother's boyfriend after losing his cousin in a drive-by shooting. Then there's his gang nemesis Kelvin (David Thomas), the angry Samoan Junior Palaita (Setu Taase), the team's water boy and mascot Bug (Brandon Mychal Smith) and the white but-not-too-trashy Kenny Bates (Trever O'Brien). In this sanitized version of street life, none of them are really bad kids, they just made bad choices.
Porter peppers them with uplifting messages about grit and determination and not being losers anymore. And -- surprise, surprise -- after numerous hardships and disappointments, the Mustangs, as they are called, become a self-respecting team that wins enough games to make it to the regional championship.
Director Phil Joanou, making his first feature in seven years, does a nice job giving the film a gritty, lived-in quality (much of the picture was shot at the real Camp Kilpatrick in the Santa Monica Mountains), and the football sequences, coached by Alan Graf, look and sound like The Real Thing. But screenwriter Jeff Maguire hasn't given them enough to work with.
The characters all have back stories -- Porter's mother is dying and he hates his father; Weathers is trying to go straight and win back his girlfriend; Junior longs to be reunited with his 2-year-old -- but not the depth to make them seem like anything more than types.
At an unbelievable 126 minutes, the film is bloated with story; too many things happen, mostly setbacks, to allow the movie to gather any momentum and soar, as this kind of picture must do to succeed. But Johnson is the real problem because the film is built around him. He is the latest in a long line of muscular hunks who don't so much emote as deliver lines. But in fairness, it is not easy to sell dialogue like, "accept this challenge and I promise you, you'll be winners."
Lensing by Jeff Cutter, production design by Floyd Albee, editing by Joel Negron and other tech credits are good enough to draw you into the film; unfortunately, there's nothing to keep you there.
GRIDIRON GANG
Sony Pictures
Columbia Pictures presents in association with Relativity Media an Original Film production
Credits:
Director: Phil Joanou
Screenwriter: Jeff Maguire
Executive producers: Michael Rachmil, Shane Stanley, Ryan Kavanaugh, Lynwood
Spinks
Producers: Neal H. Moritz, Lee Stanley
Director of photography: Jeff Cutter
Production designer: Floyd Albee
Music: Trevor Rabin
Co-producer: Amanda Cohen
Costume designer: Sanja Milkovic Hays
Editor: Joel Negron. Cast: Coach Sean Porter: Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson
Malcolm Moore: Xzibit
Ted Dexter: Kevin Dunn
Paul Higa: Leon Rippy
Willie Weathers: Jade Yorker
Kenny Bates: Trever O'Brien
Bug: Brandon Mychal Smith
Leon Hayes: Mo
Kelvin Owens: David Thomas
Junior Palaita: Setu Taase
Donald Madlock: James Earl III
Jamal Evans: Jamal Mixon
Danyelle Rollins: Jurnee Smollett
MPAA rating PG-13
Running time -- 126 minutes...
- 9/16/2006
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Hollywood has always loved tales of redemption -- the poor, downtrodden or otherwise disenfranchised finding their true value with the help of an inspirational mentor. Sometimes the formula works. Unfortunately in Gridiron Gang, Dwayne The Rock Johnson is about as inspirational as a yawn.
A true story, based on an award-winning documentary, about inner city kids in juvenile detention who come together to forge a winning football team, is great material, but the film never catches fire. With rabid interest in the new football season and a major marketing blitz by Sony, the film could score a few early touchdowns in its first weekend but should tail off quickly after that.
Johnson plays Sean Porter, a dedicated probation officer at Camp Kilpatrick, the last stop for teenage gang members and violent offenders before the state locks them up with adults.
Frustrated by the frequency with which the kids return to the camp after being released, he imagines that by creating a football team he can instill discipline and a sense of self-worth in his charges. In other words, he's a man on a mission, and he's got plenty of work to do.
First, he must get the institution to go along with his plan. That means convincing reluctant camp director Paul Higa (Leon Rippy) and his assistant Dexter (Kevin Dunn) that it can work, and then finding other high school coaches willing to compete against convicted felons.
Then he has to put the team together. These kids, most of them from the Los Angles area, and many from rival gangs, already live in an environment of distrust and hatred.
His main reclamation project is Willie Weathers (Jade Yorker), a surly youth who killed his mother's boyfriend after losing his cousin in a drive-by shooting. Then there's his gang nemesis Kelvin (David Thomas), the angry Samoan Junior Palaita (Setu Taase), the team's water boy and mascot Bug (Brandon Mychal Smith) and the white but-not-too-trashy Kenny Bates (Trever O'Brien). In this sanitized version of street life, none of them are really bad kids, they just made bad choices.
Porter peppers them with uplifting messages about grit and determination and not being losers anymore. And -- surprise, surprise -- after numerous hardships and disappointments, the Mustangs, as they are called, become a self-respecting team that wins enough games to make it to the regional championship.
Director Phil Joanou, making his first feature in seven years, does a nice job giving the film a gritty, lived-in quality (much of the picture was shot at the real Camp Kilpatrick in the Santa Monica Mountains), and the football sequences, coached by Alan Graf, look and sound like The Real Thing. But screenwriter Jeff Maguire hasn't given them enough to work with.
The characters all have back stories -- Porter's mother is dying and he hates his father; Weathers is trying to go straight and win back his girlfriend; Junior longs to be reunited with his 2-year-old -- but not the depth to make them seem like anything more than types.
At an unbelievable 126 minutes, the film is bloated with story; too many things happen, mostly setbacks, to allow the movie to gather any momentum and soar, as this kind of picture must do to succeed. But Johnson is the real problem because the film is built around him. He is the latest in a long line of muscular hunks who don't so much emote as deliver lines. But in fairness, it is not easy to sell dialogue like, "accept this challenge and I promise you, you'll be winners."
Lensing by Jeff Cutter, production design by Floyd Albee, editing by Joel Negron and other tech credits are good enough to draw you into the film; unfortunately, there's nothing to keep you there.
GRIDIRON GANG
Sony Pictures
Columbia Pictures presents in association with Relativity Media an Original Film production
Credits:
Director: Phil Joanou
Screenwriter: Jeff Maguire
Executive producers: Michael Rachmil, Shane Stanley, Ryan Kavanaugh, Lynwood
Spinks
Producers: Neal H. Moritz, Lee Stanley
Director of photography: Jeff Cutter
Production designer: Floyd Albee
Music: Trevor Rabin
Co-producer: Amanda Cohen
Costume designer: Sanja Milkovic Hays
Editor: Joel Negron. Cast: Coach Sean Porter: Dwayne The Rock Johnson
Malcolm Moore: Xzibit
Ted Dexter: Kevin Dunn
Paul Higa: Leon Rippy
Willie Weathers: Jade Yorker
Kenny Bates: Trever O'Brien
Bug: Brandon Mychal Smith
Leon Hayes: Mo
Kelvin Owens: David Thomas
Junior Palaita: Setu Taase
Donald Madlock: James Earl III
Jamal Evans: Jamal Mixon
Danyelle Rollins: Jurnee Smollett
MPAA rating PG-13
Running time -- 126 minutes...
A true story, based on an award-winning documentary, about inner city kids in juvenile detention who come together to forge a winning football team, is great material, but the film never catches fire. With rabid interest in the new football season and a major marketing blitz by Sony, the film could score a few early touchdowns in its first weekend but should tail off quickly after that.
Johnson plays Sean Porter, a dedicated probation officer at Camp Kilpatrick, the last stop for teenage gang members and violent offenders before the state locks them up with adults.
Frustrated by the frequency with which the kids return to the camp after being released, he imagines that by creating a football team he can instill discipline and a sense of self-worth in his charges. In other words, he's a man on a mission, and he's got plenty of work to do.
First, he must get the institution to go along with his plan. That means convincing reluctant camp director Paul Higa (Leon Rippy) and his assistant Dexter (Kevin Dunn) that it can work, and then finding other high school coaches willing to compete against convicted felons.
Then he has to put the team together. These kids, most of them from the Los Angles area, and many from rival gangs, already live in an environment of distrust and hatred.
His main reclamation project is Willie Weathers (Jade Yorker), a surly youth who killed his mother's boyfriend after losing his cousin in a drive-by shooting. Then there's his gang nemesis Kelvin (David Thomas), the angry Samoan Junior Palaita (Setu Taase), the team's water boy and mascot Bug (Brandon Mychal Smith) and the white but-not-too-trashy Kenny Bates (Trever O'Brien). In this sanitized version of street life, none of them are really bad kids, they just made bad choices.
Porter peppers them with uplifting messages about grit and determination and not being losers anymore. And -- surprise, surprise -- after numerous hardships and disappointments, the Mustangs, as they are called, become a self-respecting team that wins enough games to make it to the regional championship.
Director Phil Joanou, making his first feature in seven years, does a nice job giving the film a gritty, lived-in quality (much of the picture was shot at the real Camp Kilpatrick in the Santa Monica Mountains), and the football sequences, coached by Alan Graf, look and sound like The Real Thing. But screenwriter Jeff Maguire hasn't given them enough to work with.
The characters all have back stories -- Porter's mother is dying and he hates his father; Weathers is trying to go straight and win back his girlfriend; Junior longs to be reunited with his 2-year-old -- but not the depth to make them seem like anything more than types.
At an unbelievable 126 minutes, the film is bloated with story; too many things happen, mostly setbacks, to allow the movie to gather any momentum and soar, as this kind of picture must do to succeed. But Johnson is the real problem because the film is built around him. He is the latest in a long line of muscular hunks who don't so much emote as deliver lines. But in fairness, it is not easy to sell dialogue like, "accept this challenge and I promise you, you'll be winners."
Lensing by Jeff Cutter, production design by Floyd Albee, editing by Joel Negron and other tech credits are good enough to draw you into the film; unfortunately, there's nothing to keep you there.
GRIDIRON GANG
Sony Pictures
Columbia Pictures presents in association with Relativity Media an Original Film production
Credits:
Director: Phil Joanou
Screenwriter: Jeff Maguire
Executive producers: Michael Rachmil, Shane Stanley, Ryan Kavanaugh, Lynwood
Spinks
Producers: Neal H. Moritz, Lee Stanley
Director of photography: Jeff Cutter
Production designer: Floyd Albee
Music: Trevor Rabin
Co-producer: Amanda Cohen
Costume designer: Sanja Milkovic Hays
Editor: Joel Negron. Cast: Coach Sean Porter: Dwayne The Rock Johnson
Malcolm Moore: Xzibit
Ted Dexter: Kevin Dunn
Paul Higa: Leon Rippy
Willie Weathers: Jade Yorker
Kenny Bates: Trever O'Brien
Bug: Brandon Mychal Smith
Leon Hayes: Mo
Kelvin Owens: David Thomas
Junior Palaita: Setu Taase
Donald Madlock: James Earl III
Jamal Evans: Jamal Mixon
Danyelle Rollins: Jurnee Smollett
MPAA rating PG-13
Running time -- 126 minutes...
- 9/15/2006
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
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