News for 'yuvan'

Nothing entertaining about this Paiyya

Nothing entertaining about this Paiyya

Rediff.com2 Apr 2010

Karthi's Paiyya has a peppy beginning, but fails to deliver.

'You will find a different Rima in City of God'

'You will find a different Rima in City of God'

Rediff.com25 Apr 2011

The Malayalam actress talks about her forthcoming films.

Review: Vaanam music has mixed appeal

Review: Vaanam music has mixed appeal

Rediff.com15 Apr 2011

For those who hoped for melodious numbers, this one might prove a dampener.

Review: Mankatha music is average

Review: Mankatha music is average

Rediff.com11 Aug 2011

Mankatha's music hits the right note at times, and retreats to safe romantic templates at others.

Thillalangadi music is run of the mill

Thillalangadi music is run of the mill

Rediff.com15 Jul 2010

Thillalangadi goes through its fair share of ups and downs and differing musical treatment, due to the fact that it features work by two composers.

Nothing new in Vamanan

Nothing new in Vamanan

Rediff.com21 Apr 2009

Yuvan is fast becoming one of those music directors who have evolved a template of their stock tunes and borrow liberally from oft-repeated melodies. Vaamanan is one such album in which he has not offered anything new.

Music review: Siva Manasula Sakthi

Music review: Siva Manasula Sakthi

Rediff.com3 Feb 2009

Yuvan Shankar Raja is usually known for trying to bring in something new to even the most ordinary numbers, but here it looks like he's stopped short of that.

Muthirai: Wasted potential

Muthirai: Wasted potential

Rediff.com19 Jun 2009

ASA Productions' and Vision Jeeva Studio's Tamil movie Muthirai fails to capitalise on its potential.

Muthirai's music is good in parts

Muthirai's music is good in parts

Rediff.com22 May 2009

It looks like Yuvan needs to find his moorings back again. He probably needs it after a spate of releases one after the other. Still, there are a couple of good numbers that make this album worthwhile.

Kunguma Poovum is worth a listen

Kunguma Poovum is worth a listen

Rediff.com4 Mar 2009

It might not contain a set of rocking tunes but this album is a collection of familiar tunes packaged in a refreshing way.

Sindhanai Sei is brilliant

Sindhanai Sei is brilliant

Rediff.com3 Aug 2009

If you're a fan of sensible cinema liberally shot with realism, gallows humour and no-nonsense scripts, then this Tamil movie should gladden your heart.

Music review: Vazhthukkal

Music review: Vazhthukkal

Rediff.com8 Jan 2008

Unlike many of his previous albums, there are no remixes, no western instrumentation, no cosmetic gimmicks, no climbing the speed wagon with racy percussion, no cacophony of screaming vocals, and no deafening decibels.

Music review: Aegan

Music review: Aegan

Rediff.com14 Oct 2008

Post Saroja, you suppose expectations from Yuvan Shankar Raja are certainly high, but you can't really say that this album is scintillating. Perhaps the composer had to bow down to a film that comes with star-trappings.

Music review: Kangalum...

Music review: Kangalum...

Rediff.com26 Feb 2008

In spite of being an Ilayaraja album, there is nothing exceptional about Kangalum...'s music.

Music Review: Yaaradi Nee Mohini

Music Review: Yaaradi Nee Mohini

Rediff.com19 Feb 2008

Yaaradi Nee Mohini could have been an excellent addition to Yuvan Shankar Raja's impressive repertoire in recent times, but for the Udith Narayan fiasco.

Billa's music rocks!

Billa's music rocks!

Rediff.com29 Nov 2007

Yuvan Shankar Raja has etched an intricate musical feast to compliment the tale -- and quite a feast it's turned out to be, a la the original. Pa Vijay, who penned the lyrics, has done an adequate job.

Chennai 600028 is an interesting listen

Chennai 600028 is an interesting listen

Rediff.com7 Mar 2007

Yet another fun soundtrack from Yuvan Shankar Raja.

IT sleuths knock at South Indian film stars' doors

IT sleuths knock at South Indian film stars' doors

Rediff.com26 Oct 2005

Apart from the residences of music composers Rahman and Yuvan Sankar Raja, houses of artistes Trisha, Sneha, Vikram and Vijay and film producer Oscar Ravichandran were also raided by the Income Tax officials.

Vel music review

Vel music review

Rediff.com26 Oct 2007

Vel has a drab musical score by Yuvan Shankar Raja, for whom consistency has never been a strong point. His outputs have always been a medley of the good and the mediocre. And now Vel joins the below average bandwagon.

Parattai's music is run of the mill

Parattai's music is run of the mill

Rediff.com17 Apr 2007

The music of this Dhanush and Meera Jasmine starrer is run of the mill with an overdose of hip hop beats.

'Gemini loved talking on the phone'

'Gemini loved talking on the phone'

Rediff.com22 Mar 2005

7 G Rainbow Colony is different!

7 G Rainbow Colony is different!

Rediff.com21 Oct 2004

MSV's Greatest Soundtracks Of All Time

MSV's Greatest Soundtracks Of All Time

Rediff.com15 Jul 2015

Saluting the late MS Viswanathan and his brilliant music.

Review: This Biriyani is well-made

Review: This Biriyani is well-made

Rediff.com20 Dec 2013

Tamil film Biriyani is a fun-filled thriller.

Review: NGK is a waste of time and money

Review: NGK is a waste of time and money

Rediff.com31 May 2019

NGK -- Nandha Gopalan Kumaran is only meant for Suriya fans, feels A Ganesh Nadar.

After Rajinikanth, Pa Ranjith will direct Suriya

After Rajinikanth, Pa Ranjith will direct Suriya

Rediff.com1 Jul 2016

The latest updates from the Tamil industry.

Review: Dharmadurai is an enjoyable family drama

Review: Dharmadurai is an enjoyable family drama

Rediff.com20 Aug 2016

An engaging screenplay, stunning music, wonderful performances and the perfect rural ambiance make Dharmaduraia fun watch.

Amitabh Bachchan to star in Rajinikanth's Enthiran 2?

Amitabh Bachchan to star in Rajinikanth's Enthiran 2?

Rediff.com19 Nov 2015

A lowdown on what's happening in the Tamil film industry.

Will Oviya return to Bigg Boss?

Will Oviya return to Bigg Boss?

Rediff.com11 Sep 2017

Oviya swears she won't return to the Bigg Boss house, but in showbiz, anything can happen.

Review: Massu Engira Masilamani entertains

Review: Massu Engira Masilamani entertains

Rediff.com29 May 2015

Massu Engira Masilamani is yet another trademark Venkat Prabhu entertainer.

Review: Poojai is a mass entertainer

Review: Poojai is a mass entertainer

Rediff.com24 Oct 2014

Poojai is your standard Hari fare, says S Saraswathi.

Review: Vai Raja Vai is a let down

Review: Vai Raja Vai is a let down

Rediff.com1 May 2015

Despite a good storyline, young enthusiastic cast and an impressive technical crew, the film barely manages to hold your attention, writes S Saraswathi

Don't miss! Exciting Tamil releases this Diwali

Don't miss! Exciting Tamil releases this Diwali

Rediff.com17 Oct 2014

Four interesting films gear up to release on this festive occasion.

Review: Thirudan Police is a delight to watch

Review: Thirudan Police is a delight to watch

Rediff.com17 Nov 2014

Thirudan Police explores the highly complex father-son relationship, while giving a realistic picture of the everyday life of a policeman.

'The world of cinema has always fascinated me'

'The world of cinema has always fascinated me'

Rediff.com21 Nov 2014

Debutant director Caarthick Raju talks about the success of Thirudan Police.

Review: Surya's Anjaan fails miserably

Review: Surya's Anjaan fails miserably

Rediff.com18 Aug 2014

The film is a long, tedious and predictable film about friendship and revenge, set in the backdrop of the Mumbai underworld

Review: Aadhalaal Kadhal Seiveer is compelling

Review: Aadhalaal Kadhal Seiveer is compelling

Rediff.com16 Aug 2013

It's a must watch, says S Saraswathi.

Review: Aarambam is a delight for Ajith fans

Review: Aarambam is a delight for Ajith fans

Rediff.com1 Nov 2013

Ajith's magnetic screen presence is enhanced by his popular salt and pepper look.

Review: <I>Mariyaan</i> is a beautiful love story

Review: Mariyaan is a beautiful love story

Rediff.com19 Jul 2013

This Dhanush starrer is a must-watch!

Review: Thanga Meenkal is brilliant

Review: Thanga Meenkal is brilliant

Rediff.com30 Aug 2013

Thanga Meenkal is a heartwarming story told brilliantly with a simplicity and honesty that is seen so rarely in films these days.