three
weeks later. The reasons being, International
distributors – Ayngaran wanting to avoid
a clash of the biggies. Ascar Ravichandran,
the producer of Vaaranam Aayiram is also in
tune with the idea, since it will give him
enough time to market his movie better. A
final word on Vaaranam Aayiram is expected
to be out in a day or two. For now, Aegan
seems all set to hit the screens.
But it looks like both these biggies are not
going to have a free run at the box office,
if at all they were to make it together. What
if Silambattam is missing? Abhiyum Naanum
and Seval are ready to make amends for the
loss. With Radha Mohan’s stamp all over
it, Abhiyum Naanum could well be a dark horse.
Remember February 2007, when the rather low
key Mozhi had stood firm even in the face
of Paruthiveeran. Well, Deepavali 2008 could
be another repeat if Abhiyum Naanum is just
as good. And, discounting Seval from the race
would be foolishness because the man behind
it has a record that few others have. Hari
is a sure shot hit maker, at least with the
rural audiences and he is on familiar ground,
he too could walk away from the battlefield
proud.
Rewinding to Deepavali 2007. The only person
to have a movie for Deepavali 2007 and more
likely 2008 is Suriya. He sure has fond memories
of 2007 when Vel (a Hari film) had worked
well in all centers. Then there was Dhanush
with Polladhavan, a runaway success. He wanted
to make it this time round too with Padikkadhavan,
but missed the bus. Deepavali 2007 will also
be remembered for the disappointment of Azhagiya
Thamizh Magan. A Vijay dual role, Rahman’s
music and the festive season should have ensured
a hit, but that was not the case. Finally,
one wonders how many people remember about
the other releases last Deepavali, Sathyaraj’s
Kannamoochi Yenada and Jeevan’s Machakaran.
So, the big question. We have in Deepavali
2008, something similar to last year. Two
big stars, one young star and a quiet family
movie. Last year, it was Suriya vs. Vijay.
Will Suriya take on Ajith this year? What
or who will it be this time round? Let the
sparks fly. |
