Doctor (2021 film)
| Doctor | |
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| Directed by | Nelson Dilipkumar |
| Produced by | Sivakarthikeyan |
| Written by | Nelson Dilipkumar |
| Starring | Sivakarthikeyan Vinay Priyanka Arul Mohan Yogi Babu |
| Music by | Anirudh Ravichander |
| Cinematography | Vijay Kartik Kannan |
| Edited by | R. Nirmal |
Production company | |
| Distributed by | KJR Studios |
Release date | 26 March 2021 |
| Country | India |
| Language | Tamil |
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Doctor is an upcoming 2021 Indian Tamil-language action comedy film, directed by Nelson Dilipkumar and stars Sivakarthikeyan in the lead role who also produces the film under his banner Sivakarthikeyan Productions, whereas KJR Studios served as the film co-producer and distributor.[1] The film which also stars Vinay, Priyanka Arul Mohan, Yogi Babu in pivotal roles, has music composed by Anirudh Ravichander, cinematography handled by Vijay Kartik Kannan and editing done by R. Nirmal. It is scheduled for a theatrical release in 26 March 2021.[2]
Cast[edit]
Production[edit]
Development[edit]
On 20 August 2019, sources claimed that Sivakarthikeyan has signed a new project, with his close friend Nelson Dilipkumar, after directing Kolamavu Kokila (2018). It was initially slated to be produced by Sony Pictures India in their maiden production in Tamil,[3] along with Vishnu Vardhan Induri's production banner, Vibri Media and Entertainment.[4] Anirudh Ravichander was roped in to score music for the film, marking his sixth collaboration with Sivakarthikeyan,[5] and the project was reported to be kickstarted in late 2019, only after the completion of Sivakarthikeyan's commitments in other projects.[5] In a turn of events, both the producers opted out of the project, and Sivakarthikeyan was reported to be producing the film under his own banner Sivakarthikeyan Productions, whilst KJR Studios was being roped in as the co-producers.[6] On 2 December 2019, Sivakarthikeyan unveiled the title of the film as Doctor.[7][8]
Casting[edit]
In November 2019, Kavin was reported to be a part of the film's cast,[9] but no official confirmation being revealed from the producer's side.[10] On December 2019, sources claimed that Priyanka Arul Mohan (of Nani's Gang Leader fame) will be seen opposite Sivakarthikeyan, in a leading role, marking her debut in Tamil cinema.[11] Vinay Rai and Yogi Babu also joined the cast within the same month,[12][13] with the former playing the antagonist.[14] Archana Chandhoke was reported to a be part of the film's cast along with her daughter Zaara Vineet and Ilavarasu.[15][16] Sivakarthikeyan was reported to shed some kilos for his role in the film.[17]
Filming[edit]
The film was launched on 6 December 2019,[18] with a puja ceremony in Chennai, followed by which principal shoot has began.[19] On 6 January 2020, the makers wrapped the first schedule of the film, and kickstarted the second schedule of the film.[17] As reports stated, the makers planned to shoot one half of the film in Chennai, and the other half in Goa.[17] On 12 February 2020, Sivakarthikeyan and Nelson went for a recce in Goa, to scout the locations for shoot.[20] The second schedule commenced in Goa, officially on 14 February 2020, and was shot for 14 days, before completing it on 28 February 2020.[20][21] The film's shoot got halted due to the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown in India, with 80% of the film's shoot been completed, as of May 2020.[22]
On 15 September, it was reported that the makers planned to resume the shoot later this month in Chennai, with a final schedule and few talkie portions were expected to be wrapped up within a single stretch of 12 days.[22] The shoot was later resumed in 26 September, with minimal crew adhering to government rules and regulations.[23] A special team was designated to observe the film crew, including the director and actor, were abiding the COVID-19 protocol.[24] The final portions of the film, including one song was expected to be completed as of November 2020.[25] The principal shooting of the film was completed on 3 January 2021.[26][27][28]
Post-production[edit]
The post-production process of the film officially kick started on 11 May 2020, after the government granted permission to resume post-production works of Tamil films.[29] The editing works of the film have been resumed during the process.[30] On 17 September, the makers started the dubbing of the film, with a traditional puja ceremony.[31] Archana Chandhoke started dubbing for the film, during the process.[32] Sivakarthikeyan completed the dubbing portions of the film on 1 February 2021, thus post-production works were completed.[33][34]
Soundtrack[edit]
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| 📅 Released | 2021 | |||
| 🎙️ Recorded | 2020 | |||
| ⏳ Length | 9:12 | |||
| Language | Tamil | |||
| 🏷️ Label | Sony Music | |||
| 🤑 Producer | Anirudh Ravichander | |||
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The film's soundtrack album is composed by Anirudh Ravichander, in his sixth collaboration with Sivakarthikeyan, and second collaboration with Nelson Dilipkumar. On February 2020, Sony Music India secured the film's audio rights.[35] The film's first single "Chellamma" was composed during the nationwide lockdown due to COVID-19.[36] The song was penned by Sivakarthikeyan himself, which had lines about the Tiktok being banned in India,[37] and was sung by Anirudh and Jonita Gandhi.[38] It was released on 24 July 2020,[39] and the song went viral upon its release, crossing 50 million views as of October 2020.[40]
The second single "Nenjame" was released on 28 August 2020.[41][42] It features a promotional video, directed by Nelson himself, featuring Sivakarthikeyan and Priyanka Arul Mohan, shot in monochrome by cinematographer Vijay Kartik Kannan.[43] It was reported that the song will be featured as a montage in the film.[43]
| No. | Title | Lyrics | Singer(s) | Length |
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| 1. | "Chellamma" | Sivakarthikeyan | Anirudh Ravichander, Jonita Gandhi | 3:56 |
| 2. | "Nenjame" | Mohan Rajan | Anirudh Ravichander | 4:16 |
| Total length: | 9:12 | |||
Release[edit]
The film was initially scheduled for a release on May 2020, then postponed to September 2020, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. It was further delayed, as the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown, affected the film's shooting and post-production processes.[44] In November 2020, the makers announced for a theatrical release during April 2021, refuting rumours of a digital release.[45] In mid-February 2021, it was announced that the film will be released on 26 March 2021.[46]
References[edit]
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- ↑ "சிவகார்த்திகேயனின் டாக்டர்: வெளியீட்டுத் தேதி அறிவிப்பு". Dinamani (in தமிழ்). Retrieved 2021-02-03.
- ↑ 100010509524078 (2019-08-20). "Sony Pictures to bankroll Nelson's next". dtNext.in. Retrieved 2021-02-03.
- ↑ "Siva Karthikeyan's next with Hollywood production house! - Tamil News". IndiaGlitz.com. 2019-08-22. Retrieved 2021-02-03.
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 "Sivakarthikeyan on box office prospects of Namma Veettu Pillai, failure of Mr. Local, and forthcoming releases - Entertainment News , Firstpost". Firstpost. 2019-09-27. Retrieved 2021-02-03.
- ↑ "Sivakarthikeyan-Nelson Dilipkumar film titled Doctor; Anirudh to compose music". The New Indian Express. Retrieved 2021-02-03.
- ↑ "Sivakarthikeyan's next titled Doctor". The Indian Express. 2019-12-02. Retrieved 2021-02-03.
- ↑ "Sivakarthikeyan's new film titled Doctor, see first-look poster". Hindustan Times. 2019-12-03. Retrieved 2021-02-03.
- ↑ "Kavin in Sivakarthikeyan's new movie? - Tamil News". IndiaGlitz.com. 2019-11-27. Retrieved 2021-02-03.
- ↑ "Kavin part of Sivakarthikeyan-Nelson Dilipkumar project?". The New Indian Express. Retrieved 2021-02-03.
- ↑ Subramanian, Anupama (2019-12-03). "Sivakarthikeyan is a 'Doctor' in his next". Deccan Chronicle. Retrieved 2021-02-03.
- ↑ "Yogi Babu and Vinay join Sivakarthikeyan's Doctor". The New Indian Express. Retrieved 2021-02-03.
- ↑ "Vinay and Yogi Babu on board Sivakarthikeyan's 'Doctor'". The News Minute. 2019-12-06. Retrieved 2021-02-03.
- ↑ "Vinay, Yogi Babu in Sivakarthikeyan's 'Doctor' - Times of India". The Times of India. Retrieved 2021-02-03.
- ↑ World, Republic. "'Doctor Tamil' cast includes Sivakarthikeyan & some other popular names from Kollywood". Republic World. Retrieved 2021-02-03.
- ↑ "Zaara starts dubbing for Sivakarthikeyan-starrer Doctor - Times of India". The Times of India. Retrieved 2021-02-03.
- ↑ 17.0 17.1 17.2 "Sivakarthikeyan starts the next schedule of Doctor - Times of India". The Times of India. Retrieved 2021-02-03.
- ↑ "Sivakarthikeyan-Nelson's Doctor will roll from Dec 6 - Times of India". The Times of India. Retrieved 2021-02-03.
- ↑ "Sivakarthikeyan starrer 'Doctor' shoot begins with a pooja - Times of India". The Times of India. Retrieved 2021-02-03.
- ↑ 20.0 20.1 "Sivakarthikeyan to join the next schedule of 'Doctor' in Goa - Times of India". The Times of India. Retrieved 2021-02-03.
- ↑ "Sivakarthikeyan's Doctor's shoot scheduled in Goa is wrapped". Behindwoods. 2020-02-28. Retrieved 2021-02-03.
- ↑ 22.0 22.1 World, Republic. "Sivakarthikeyan and cast of 'Doctor' to soon commence shooting for film in Chennai". Republic World. Retrieved 2021-02-03.
- ↑ "Sivakarthikeyan resumed shooting his portions for 'Doctor' - Times of India". The Times of India. Retrieved 2021-02-03.
- ↑ Balach, Logesh; ChennaiSeptember 26, ran; September 26, 2020UPDATED:; Ist, 2020 18:12. "Doctor: Sivakarthikeyan resumes shoot of his film with Nelson Dilipkumar". India Today. Retrieved 2021-02-03.
- ↑ "This is when the makers of Sivakarthikeyan's 'Doctor' will wrap up the shoot - Times of India ►". The Times of India. Retrieved 2021-02-03.
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- ↑ "Come May 11, post-production work in films will resume". The Hindu. Special Correspondent. 2020-05-08. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 2021-02-03.
- ↑ ChennaiMay 13, India Today Web Desk; May 13, 2020UPDATED:; Ist, 2020 18:48. "Indian 2, Doctor and Ka Pae Ranasingam resume post-production work". India Today. Retrieved 2021-02-03.
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- ↑ "Sivakarthikeyan's 'Doctor' moves to the next level - Tamil News". IndiaGlitz.com. 2020-09-17. Retrieved 2021-02-03.
- ↑ "Sivakarthikeyan completes dubbing for Nelson's Doctor - Times of India". The Times of India. Retrieved 2021-02-03.
- ↑ "Sivakarthikeyan announces the completion of dubbing for Nelson Dilipkumar's Doctor; See POST". PINKVILLA. Retrieved 2021-02-03.
- ↑ "Sony Music South bags audio rights of Sivakarthikeyan's Doctor". Behindwoods. 2020-02-08. Retrieved 2021-02-03.
- ↑ "Sivakarthikeyan's Doctor team to release Chellamma, a single from the film - Times of India". The Times of India. Retrieved 2021-02-03.
- ↑ "Sivakarthikeyan pens funky, romantic duet on TikTok ban for his next movie, Doctor - Times of India". The Times of India. Retrieved 2021-02-03.
- ↑ "Sivakarthikeyan's Doctor: First single track Chellamma is about TikTok ban; Making video REVEALED". PINKVILLA. Retrieved 2021-02-03.
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- ↑ "Sivakarthikeyan's Chellamma crosses 50 million views - Times of India". The Times of India. Retrieved 2021-02-03. Unknown parameter
|url-status=ignored (help) - ↑ "The second single from Sivakarthikeyan's Doctor will be out on August 28 - Times of India". The Times of India. Retrieved 2021-02-03. Unknown parameter
|url-status=ignored (help) - ↑ "Next song from Sivakarthikeyan's Doctor to release on this date". Behindwoods. 2020-08-24. Retrieved 2021-02-03. Unknown parameter
|url-status=ignored (help) - ↑ 43.0 43.1 "'Nenjame': Here is the second single from Sivakarthikeyan's 'Doctor' - Times of India". The Times of India. Retrieved 2021-02-03.
- ↑ "Official update on Sivakarthikeyan's 'Doctor' and 'Ayalaan' - Times of India". The Times of India. Retrieved 2021-02-03.
- ↑ "Sivakarthikeyan's Doctor to have two updates on Deepavali - Times of India". The Times of India. Retrieved 2021-02-03.
- ↑ "Sivakarthikeyan's Doctor to release on March 26 - Times of India". The Times of India. Retrieved 2021-02-03.
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