Why Jilla and Veeram Director Haven't Seen their movies ?

22/01/2014

Director Nesan who is currently basking in the glory of Jilla Success recently opened up in a interview and revealed some intresting insights on both Jilla and Thala's Veeram. The Director who was the senior to Siruthai Siva in Chennai Film Institute said Siva had called him and asked if he had seen Veeram to which he in turn questioned Siva if he had seen Jilla. The Director revealed that both haven't seen the movie in fear that the fans would bully them and had hence planned to watch their movies Veeram and Jilla together so they protect each other.

To the question of if he had any regrets about Jilla, Nesan made a honest statement saying "The film could have been better, especially the screenplay and the length too was a bit of a problem". Nesan went on add that it was indeed very difficult to get the right balance between two powerful stars in Mohanlal and Vijay and regretted saying he couldn't do complete justice to Mohanlal has his story did not provide enough room for an actor of such caliber.

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Jilla Producer talks about Veeram & Jilla Collections

11/01/2014

RB Choudhary the producer of Supergood Films hosted a pressmeet to celebrate the success of his Jilla movie. The Producer had this say in the event 

"Pongal has become a celebration of sorts for distributors, producers and film makers normally 4-5 movies would be released for but only a single movie would go on to be blockbuster but in this case looking at both the movies Jilla and Veeram they are all set for record collections a world record of sorts. Mohanlal Sir called me up from Dubai and said he was very happy and thanked me for giving a huge blockbuster after a longtime in Kollywood. Jilla movie has surpassed even the records of an orginal Malayalam movie and all that in a just a single day collection. I guess being the Kerala distributer Mohanlal has every right to be happy. The movie was released with 'Thara Thapattai' and fireworks in Dubai. It's a very happy pongal for all us and we are very very happy indeed". 

RB Choudhary went on to add that both of the movies have gone to be hits and said he called up this press meet to celebrate this happiness. On the question of why the movie was trimmed by 10 minutes, He said audiences today expect only 2 to 2 1/2 hours maybe but our movie was 3 hours long and hence we had to trim it.  

The producer also added that he believed this movie was Vijay's best opening till date and though he can't say this just with one day collections he believed that this movie will be the all time record collections for Vijay.  

RB Choudhary concluded saying both the movies Jilla and Veeram were equal but the collections of his movie Jilla is extra and talk regarding both the movie is good and has a producer he is very happy indeed.

Nesan the director of the movie who spoke at the press meet said his main priority was to please both Vijay and Mohanlal's fans. He said he was very happy as the distributors have told him that the movie has surpassed Thupakki movie collection and in Kerala 5 years la illatha collection was there for this movie. The director also revealed he has been offered to remake the movie in both Telugu and Hindi.

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Vijay was Worried when Shooting Jilla

10/01/2014

Debut Director Nesan in a recent interview has revealed that Vijay was in great tension during the making of his Jilla movie. The Director said that the Thalaivaa issue was its peak when Jilla was being shot last year and Vijay was deeply worried about the livelihood of the people being involved in Jilla.

Director Nesan went on to add on how Vijay was such a professional has he would put all his worries to back-burner once the shot was called and was all praises for his dedication. Nesan concluded stating he was very satisfied with the way Jilla had shaped up and said Vijay's fans would be happy to see their idol in Jilla again.From the reports that are coming in from overseas, Director Nesan has indeed delivered a blockbuster in Jilla.

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The Mass Trailer of Vijay's Jilla

Finally the Mass Trailer of Ilayathalapathy and Mohanlal's

 Jilla is here 

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An Unhappy Vijay makes Big Change regarding Jilla

 25/12/2013

With every passing day the buzz and expectation around Jilla seems to be getting bigger and bigger. Now the latest info on Ilayathalapathy's Pongal treat is that the editors of the movie have been replaced. Earlier editors Praveen KL and Srikanth NB were roped in to edit the movie (As displayed on the earlier posters of the movie) Sources say the director Nesan was however not happy with the work of Praveen KL and Srikanth NB at the editing table and informed vijay about it.

Sources add upon viewing Vijay immediately agreed and the editors were replaced immediately and Don Max has now taken charge at the editing table( As displayed in the New movie Posters). Post production works are now at full swing in order to meet the 10th January deadline.

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Veeram Director Talks about Thala-Thalapathy Clash on Pongal

19/12/2013

Director Siruthai Siva who rose to fame with blockbuster Siruthai is all set to deliver Thala's Veeram for Pongal. The Director in a recent interview to Behindwoods was asked about the prospect of Thala & Thalapathy movies clashing on the same day after a period of 7 years 

This is what Veeram Director had to say

Both the films should succeed. This is not a cricket match and here both teams can win. I am very close to Vijay Sir and we were living in the same area. Nesan was my senior in film school and I wish that Jilla becomes a big success too. With respect to Veeram, we were clear from the beginning about a Pongal release and with Jilla also releasing on the same day, I am very happy. I, as an audience, will happily see both films on Pongal day.

Source-Behindwoods*

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When Vijay refused Jilla Producer's Request

15/11/2013

The Shooting of Ilayathalapathy's Jilla is currently being held at full swing in order to meet the deadline and deliver the movie as a Pongal release. Recently while the team shot in Japan for a song sequence there was an earthquake, Immediately after hearing the news, RB Choudhary called up Director Nesan enquired about the well being for his team members and  asked them to return to Chennai at once fearing for their Safety.

However when Director Nesan informed Vijay of the Producer's request, the Actor refused to come back without completing the shoot has he did not want the producer to incur any loss. 

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A Ilayathalapathy Jilla Fest for Diwali

19/10/2013

Yes Fans, this festive season will definitely be a rocking one as the Two Kollywood Kings are set to a provide a feast for their fans. It's known fact that Thala Ajith's Arrambam is slated for October 31st release providing an early Diwali to the fans, Now the latest incoming report is that Ilayathalapathy's Jilla teaser will also be unveiled at Diwali.

Directed by Nesan , the film starring Vijay & Mohanlal will be out and out family entertainer. Most of the talkie portions of the movie have already been shot, Only the songs shoot and certain patch up shots are remaining. Jilla is currently scheduled for a Pongal fest.  

Updated 28/10/2013
Jithan Ramesh the producer in charge of Supergood Films has officially revealed that the first look of the movie will be revealed on the Nov 2. Here is his tweet 

The 1st look of #jilla will b on diwali tht is 2nd of November and movie ll get release on pongal......
— Actor Jithan Ramesh (@JithanRamesh) October 28, 2013

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Ilayathalapathy becomes Thalapathy in Jilla !

5/09/2013

Debutant Director Nesan of Ilayathalapathy's Jilla has given an interview today a popular magazine, The director revealed that Jilla was a pure commercial entertainer without any political content. Nesan added that Vijay and Mohanlal's presence will bring back the memories of Rajini - Mammootty of Mani Ratnam's Thalapathy.

In Order to satisfy both Mohanlal and Vijay fans, The Director has framed two distinct introduction for the actors. Nesan also added that though he was very nervous about directing such big stars, both Vijay and Mohanlal's down to earth approach really eased him down.

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The Story of How Nesan got to Direct Vijay's Jilla

Ilayathalapathy serving Biriyani to his Jilla crew for his Birthday

22/06/2013

On Ilayathalapathy Birthday here is special recap of a special Incident on how Vijay choose a Newcomer Nesan to Direct his Jilla

At time when the leading directors of kollywood are trying their utmost to sign Ilayathalapathy Vijay, it came as big surprise when Vijay choose a debutante director for his Jilla movie. But here is how Nesan bagged that golden opportunity.

Vijay has a habit of usually rewarding the technicians and crew on the last day of the shooting schedule, and so, On Velayadhum's last day of shoot, there was huge suspense on the sets to what gift Vijay was gonna give, unable to bare the surprise Director Jeyam Raja went out to Vijay asked atleast tell me what surprise your gonna give these Assistant directors ? Vijay replied with a smile stating even you wouldn't have expected this surprise. 

And Finally when the shooting schedule was done, Vijay called all the 7 assistant directors and said 'I'm gonna ask everyone of you to tell me a story , and to the story i like, i'm gonna give my dates this year itself'. The Story can even be in one line , if your are not ready to direct the story now , you may take your time and get prepared and direct me , but i have to like the story , that's what matters". And eventually after one week , after hearing out everyone's story , Vijay selected Nesan, the Debutante Director.

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Thalaivaa Becomes Jilla From Today

1/06/2013

Ilayathalapathy has finally completed his transformation from Thalaivaa to a Jilla, Yes Vijay who had earlier taken a family vacation after the shooting schedule of Thalaivaa has joined the sets of Jilla from earlier today. Jilla will be an out and out commercial entertainer directed by debutante director Nesan.
Jilla would also witness the first time pairing of Vijay & the complete actor Mohanlal, Jilla also stars Kajal Agarwal, Mahat,Poornima Bhagyaraj,Niveda Thomas and soori.
Here is the tweet by Mahat from shooting spots of Jilla

Have been WAITING for this day! Our one n only #Ilayathalapathy Vijay has joined d sets of JILLA! Gonna start shooting with him! 😁👍👍👍
— MAHAT (@mahat_raghav) June 1, 2013

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Vijay Becomes Jilla in 2 Days

29/05/2013

The First schedule of Illayathalapathy's Jilla was completed recently in Madurai. The next Schedule in Chennai will begin in another 2 days, Ilayathalapathy Vijay & Mahat Ragavendra who were not part of the first shooting schedule will be joining the team for this schedule. Jilla is directed by Newcomer Nesan starring Ilayathalapathy, Mohanlal & Kajal Agarwal. The movie is expected to be Pongal 2014 release.
Here is the tweet by Mahat on Jilla 

Done with shoot @ hyd now back to chennai 2 more days to go will be joining JILLA can't wait to start shooting excited !!!!!
— MAHAT (@mahat_raghav) May 28, 2013

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Jilla was Vijay's Gift to Nesan

At time when the leading directors of kollywood are trying their utmost to sign Ilayathalapathy Vijay, it came as big surprise when Vijay choose a debutante director for his Jilla movie. But here is how Nesan bagged that golden opportunity.

Vijay has a habit of usually rewarding the technicians and crew on the last day of the shooting schedule, and so, On Velayadhum's last day of shoot, there was huge suspense on the sets to what gift Vijay was gonna give, unable to bare the surprise Director Jeyam Raja went out to Vijay asked atleast tell me what surprise your gonna give these Assistant directors ? Vijay replied with a smile stating even you wouldn't have expected this surprise. 

And Finally when the shooting schedule was done, Vijay called all the 7 assistant directors and said 'I'm gonna ask everyone of you to tell me a story , and to the story i like, i'm gonna give my dates this year itself'. The Story can even be in one line , if your are not ready to direct the story now , you may take your time and get prepared and direct me , but i have to like the story , that's what matters".

And eventually after one week , after hearing out everyone's story , Vijay selected Nesan, the Debutante Director who's currently busy in the pre-production works of Jilla.

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Jilla Update From D. Imman

Ilayathalapathy Next following Thalaiva is 'Jilla' directed by Nesan. This RB  Choudhury's Supergood films production features Kajal Agarwal and Mahat among many others. The Music Director of the movie D.Imman has revealed that he has begun composing music for Jilla and the songs will be a treat to the worldwide Ilayathalapathy Fans,Here is the tweet from D.Imman.

#Jilla composing sessions in full swing..i'm sure the songs will be a treat to all ilayathalapathy fans...praise god!
— D.IMMAN COMPOSER (@immancomposer) April 8, 2013

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Jilla will be big Hit - Says Ilayathalapathy Vijay

Ilayathalapathy Vijay's next venture after 'Thalaiva' is 'Jilla', the pooja for the movie took place today, Here is quick roundup of what the director, hero and Producer had to say regarding this movie 

Director : Nesan 

Its a movie set around in Madurai. Vijay & Kajal Agarwal come together for this one. Music by Imman would be a real highlight and we are planning to release it for Pongal

Hero : Vijay 

Thrilled to share screen with Mohanlal, Jilla has a great story to it and i also share a good rapport with Choudhary sir, I'm sure Jilla will make it big.

Producer : Super Good Movies R.B Choudhary

It is the silver jubilee year of Super Good Movies. Jilla is a script-driven movie and i'm working with Vijay after Thirupachi.

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