One of the most awaited spy thrillers, “Vishwaroop” directed andco-produced by Dr Kamal Haasan will showcase Excerpts from his film and itsfirst look at the 13th Videocon IIFA Weekend in Singapore this June 2012. Madein both Tamil and Hindi, Kamal Haasan’s much-anticipated movie is one of hisbiggest projects till date. The Hindi version entitled ‘Vishwaroop’ will beunveiled on 8th June at the Raffles City Convention Centre, giving world-mediakey glimpses from the film. In just a few short weeks, the Videocon IIFAWeekend & the IIFA Awards will bring the magic and glamour of Asia’s mostvenerable cinematic festivities to Singapore, for the second time.
The film features Dr Kamal Haasan in the lead role along with a superstar lineup – Andrea Jeremiah, Rahul Bose, Pooja Kumar, Jaideep Ahlawat, Samrat Chakrabarti,Zarina Wahab and a special appearance by Oscar nominee, Shekhar Kapur .Musical trios Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy have composed the film’s musical score andnoted lyricist Javed Akhtar has penned the lyrics for the film. The multi –talented Super Star Dr Kamal Haasan will address the media along with the castof the film.
Dr Kamal Haasan said, “IIFA is one of the biggest events for the IndianFilm Industry. This year is particularly special for my film and me; it is agreat opportunity to present my film on such a large and international scale. Ilook forward to unveiling the first look of ‘Vishwaroop’ and I am hopeful thatit will be well received.”
The 13th edition of the IIFAs – the Videocon IIFA Weekend 2012 has beendesigned keeping in mind the South Indian diaspora in Singapore. The three spectaculardays of high–octane entertainment will witness South Indian film celebritieslike music prodigy A.R. Rahman, renowned actress Radikaa SharathKumar, ShreyaSaran, Telugu film producer K S Rama Rao, Suresh Babu, Allu Arvind and manymore as they partake in the IIFA festivities and celebrate the talents ofIndian Cinema for the year 2011. Interestingly, for the first time ever theperformances at the IIFA Weekend & Awards, South Super Star –Choreographer– Director, Prabhudeva, would choreograph IIFA Rocks & Awards. He ischoreographing an Awards Ceremony for the first time his illustrious career.
Andre Timmins, Director – IIFA said, “This year, IIFA has a special treat instore for its Indo-Singaporean fan base. We are pleased that the cream of theSouth can join us as we celebrate the Videocon IIFA Weekend in Singapore.”
The Videocon IIFA Weekend will be hosted in the Lion City of Singapore from the7th to the 9th of June, this year. The engaging weekend this year will includean extravagant line-up of mega events like the IIFA World Premiere, IIFA Rocks,the IIFA Film & Music workshop and the magnificent IIFA Awards. TheVideocon IIFA Weekend is presented by Videocon Industries and is organized byWizcraft International Entertainment.
