Santhanam's DD Returns set for July 28th release!
The press meet of actor Santhanam's upcoming film 'DD Returns' produced by RK Entertainment's Ramesh Kumar and directed by debutant Prem Anand took place in Chennai The film is all set for theatrical release on July 28.
Surabhi of 'Ivan Vera Madhiri' and 'VIP' fame plays the female lead in the film, which also stars Maran, Sethu, Mottai Rajendran, FEFSI Vijayan, Muneesh Kanth, Pradeep Rawat, Redin Kingsley, Dheena, Thangadurai, Masoom Shankar, Manasi and others in pivotal roles.
OfRo, who has worked with music directors Santhosh Narayanan and Harris Jayaraj and gained attention with albums as well, has composed the music for the film. Cinematography is by Deepak Kumar, editing by Srikanth and art direction by Mohan.
Here are some of the highlights of the press meet.
Writer Indira Soundarrajan said...
"I have come all the way from Madurai to attend this event. The team of the film is a wonderful bunch of talented people. In this day and age, it is very easy to make people cry and get emotional, but it is difficult to make them laugh. But Santhanam excels in this art. I laughed uncontrollably many times while watching 'DD Returns'. I am sure the fans too will laugh and enjoy the movie."
Lyricist Durai said...
"Composer Afro and I have already worked together. Thanks for giving me the opportunity to write songs for the film. I wish 'DD Returns' a grand success."
Cinematographer Deepak said...
"This is my fourth film with Santhanam. Working with him is a joyous experience. Comedy is not an easy task, but the team has pulled it off. Playing a game with the ghost is the core of the film, and audience will feel like they are playing it. Director Prem Anand has crafted a very interesting screenplay."
Music composer OfRo said...
"From an independent musician, I have now turned into a film composer. It's quite easy to compose music for albums because you don't have to follow any rules too much. But when composing music for films, you have to compose according to the context, which is a bit of a challenge. A big thanks to Santhanam, director Prem Anand, producer Ramesh Kumar and friend Sethu for giving me this opportunity."
Stunt master Hari said...
"This is my 12th film with Santhanam. The film has fight scenes with all the actors involved. It's going to be a lot of fun to watch."
Editor Srikanth said...
"Thanks to Santhanam and director Prem Anand for this opportunity. It will be a ghost film that the whole family, including children, can enjoy."
Art Director Mohan said...
"'DD Returns' is a film shot entirely on sets. So I had a lot of work and a lot of fun. We erected huge sets for the film. The director clearly planned everything. The film will entertain the audience with laughter from start to finish."
Actor Redin Kingsley said...
"Santhanam always wants his team members to grow. I am very happy to be a part of the crew. It is a comedy-filled film. Santhanam should act in many more films like DD Returns."
FEFSI secretary Swaminathan said...
"They have made this film without worrying about the budget. I am very happy to work as the production manager of 'DD Returns'. I wish this film a huge success."
Actor Cool Suresh said...
"Santhanam and I have been friends for 25 years. It's a pleasure to work with him in this film."
Actress Masoom Shankar said...
"Every day of acting in this film was a very happy experience. Santhanam is a very talented actor. Director Prem Anand has scripted and shot the film effectively. I am eagerly waiting for the release of this film."
Child artiste Manasvi said...
"Thanks to Santhanam uncle, director Prem Anand uncle and everyone else. Acting in this film was a very fun experience. We used to play during breaks. We all played different characters."
Actor Bipin said...
"The comedy of this film will be much talked about. The scenes between me and Munishkanth will make the audience laugh out loud. Watch the film in theaters and support."
Actor Sai Dheena said...
"I like Santhanam very much because he has a lot of humanity beyond cinema. He and director Prem Anand have created a comedy riot in this film, I hope you all like it."
Actor Sethu said...
"The actors and technicians have all worked hard for the film, it's a must-watch in theaters. Don't miss it."
Actor Thangadurai said...
"Santhanam keeps giving me opportunities, I am thankful to him. He has roasted the ghost in this You all will enjoy the movie."
Actor Maran said...
"We had worked very hard for this film, each scene required so much work, we will talk about it in detail at the film's success meet, thank you."
Actor FEFSI Vijayan said...
"Every kid who sees this movie will ask their parents to take them to the theaters for 'DD Returns' again and again. This movie is made with this only goal in mind."
Actress Surabhi said...
"This film is very special to me because this is my first movie in ghost comedy genre. Also, I have acted with Santhanam for the first time. The crew of the film looked after me very well. Many thanks to Santhanam and director Prem Anand."
Director Prem Anand said...
"If I am standing in front of you today as a director, it is because of Santhanam and Rambala. I have been working with Santhanam for about 18 years, right from the time I completed my engineering degree in college. This film will be different from earlier ghost movies. 'DD Returns' will be very fresh. Thanks to our team for working tirelessly on this film."
Actor Santhanam said...
"For those who said that some of my earlier films were not like Santhanam films, we have made 'DD Returns' as a full-length Santhanam movie with the cooperation of all our team members. The first and second parts of 'Dhilluku Dhuddu' were huge hits. I believe that ‘DD Returns’ too will capture the hearts of people. Every ghost in this movie is different, and director Prem Anand has made the film very well. Everyone from children to elders will enjoy the film. I kindly request all fans to support us."
Produced by Ramesh Kumar at a huge budget on RK Entertainment banner, the film crew is gearing up to release 'DD Returns', directed by Prem Anand and starring Santhanam, in theaters on July 28.