Size Zero (film)

Inji Iduppazhagi

Theatrical release poster
Directed by Prakash Kovelamudi
Produced by Prasad V Potluri
Written by
  • Telugu dialogues:
  • Kiran
  • Tamil dialogues:
  • Rakav Mirdath
  • R. S. Prasanna
Screenplay by Kanika Dhillon
Story by Kanika Dhillon
Starring
Music by M. M. Keeravani
Cinematography Nirav Shah
Edited by Prawin Pudi
Production
company
Distributed by PVP Cinema
Release dates
  • 27 November 2015 (2015-11-27)
[1]
Running time
 125 minutes[2]
Country India
Language
Box office ₹45.50 crore (US$6.7 million)[3]

Size Zero/Inji Iduppazhagi (English: Ginger Waist Beauty) is an Indian billingual romantic comedy film directed by Prakash Kovelamudi. The film was simultaneously made in Telugu and Tamil. Produced by Prasad V Potluri, the film features Anushka Shetty in the lead role while Arya, Urvashi, Prakash Raj and Sonal Chauhan play supporting roles. The Tamil version received highly positive reviews from critics and audiences. The film was a Hit at the Box Office.

Cast

Cameo appearances as themselves (in alphabetical order)

Production

In February 2015, Prasad V Potluri announced a new bilingual film venture titled Size Zero, to be directed by Prakash Kovelamudi, which would feature Arya and Anushka Shetty in the lead roles. Nirav Shah and M. M. Keeravani were signed on as cinematographer and music composer respectively, while the script was announced to be written by Prakash's wife Kanika.[4] Shruti Haasan was reported to be making an extended guest appearance, while Urvashi and Master Bharath also formed the principal cast.[5] The Tamil version of the film began shoot in March 2015, after a launch ceremony in Chennai.[6][7] Shruti Haasan soon left the project citing differences with the producers, after a conflict during the making of another film with them. Though it was suggested that she would instead perform an item number in the film instead, she also refuted the claims.[8]

After talks with other actress to replace her including Esha Gupta,[9] Sonal Chauhan subsequently joined the team to play the second female lead role in April 2015.[10] Nagarjuna enacted a guest appearance in the film during the shoot in May 2015, while Jiiva will reprise it in the Tamil version.[11] Dubbing voice for Arya in Telugu was provided by actor Nandoo.[12]

Anushka prepared for her role in the film by putting on weight to portray her character.[13][14]

After shooting several schedules, in early July 2015 some important crucial romantic scenes were being shot between Arya and Shetty at Ramoji Film City in Hyderabad.[15] On 18 July 2015 makers released a press statement stating that the film's shoot was completed.[16]

Soundtrack

Size Zero
Inji Iduppazhagi
Film score by M. M. Keeravani
Released 2015
Genre Soundtrack
Label Lahari Music
T-Series

Music is composed by M. M. Keeravani. On 31 August 2015, a teaser was released in which the audio release date was stated as 6 September 2015.[17] But, due to unknown reasons makers postponed the audio launch.[18] Behindwoods rated the album 2.75 out of 5 and called it "A LIGHTWEIGHT album from Keeravani!".[19]

Telugu Tracklist
No. TitleSinger(s) Length
1. "Size Zero"  Neeti Mohan, Ramya Behara, Mounima, Mohana Bhogaraju, Noel Sean  
2. "Mella Mellaga"  Arjun Adapalli  
3. "Cycle"  Ranjith, Adithya  
4. "Mella Mellaga Kallu"  Shweta Pandit  
5. "Size Sexy"  Mohana Bhogaraju  
6. "Innava Innava"  Madhumitha, Ramya Behara, Palak Muchhal  
Tamil Tracklist
No. TitleSinger(s) Length
1. "Size Zero"  Neeti Mohan, Prakash Raj, Rahul, M. M. Keeravani, Noel Sean  
2. "Mella Mella Kalavu"  Kaala Bhairava  
3. "Cycle"  Ranjith, Adithya  
4. "Mella Mella"  Shweta Pandit  
5. "Size Sexy"  NSK Ramya  
6. "Kannaalam"  Damini, Mohana Bhogaraju, Palak Muchhal  

Release

Makers announced the worldwide release date as 2 October 2015 coinciding Gandhi Jayanti.[20] Later, makers postponed the release date to October 21, 2015.[21][22] They again postponed the release date to November 27, 2015[23] Prior to the release, Sonal Chauhan, who plays an NRI in the movie, described the movie as a "story with a lot of heart and made by a team of people who sincerely felt for it."[24]

Reception

Behindwoods gave 2.25 out of 5 and concluded,"See it for Anushka and a few good moments" [25]
Indiaglitz gave 2.75 out of 5 and concluded, "After watching 'Inji Idupazhagi', you will leave the movie hall with a smile and satisfaction."[26]

Times Of India rated the movie 3/5. iluvcinema rated the movie 3/5 and concluded it as a wholesome family entertainer. Tamilglitz rated the movie 4/5 and wrote "A must watch for the message being conveyed". Allindiaroundup rated the movie 2.75/5 and revied the movie as "On the whole, Size Zero is a film which has some interesting moments going its way. You can easily give this film a shot for Anuhska’s stunning performance and some feel good moments. One time watchable movie!".

BLR Eagle wrote "It is completely Anushka’s Show, Though it established few emotional scenes. You can definitely watch this movie for Anushka’s stunning performance." FilmiBeat gave 2.5/5 and wrote "Yes, the film has its issues, especially in the technical department, but Inji Iduppazhagi can be considered saved by Anushka's terrific performance and a relevant social message."

Box Office

The film collected Rs.12.5 Crore during its first weekend which is considered a good opening for the movie made on shoe string budget.

The total Box Office collections stand at Rs.45.50 Crore during its world wide run and was declared a decent Hit.

References

http://uandistar.net/size-zero-movie-first-day-collections.html

  1. ↑ "Inji Iduppazhagi Movie Database". http://www.tamilcinemainfo.com. Retrieved 26 November 2015. External link in |website= (help)
  2. ↑ "INJI IDUPPAZHAGI (PG)". British Board of Film Classification. 24 November 2015. Retrieved 24 November 2015.
  3. ↑ "Three-day box office collection: Anushka's Size Zero fails to beat Kumari 21F record". International Business Times. Nov 30, 2015.
  4. ↑ "Anushka, Arya team up again — Puducherry". The Hindu. 2015-02-28. Retrieved 2015-07-31.
  5. ↑ "Arya, Anushka team up again for `Size Zero`". Sify. 2015-02-24. Retrieved 2015-07-31.
  6. ↑ "Size zero on screen — Chennai". The Hindu. 2015-03-20. Retrieved 2015-07-31.
  7. ↑ "Arya-Anushka in 'Size Zero'". Sify. Retrieved 2015-07-31.
  8. ↑ "Actress Shruti Haasan clarifies on her appearance in a song for a PVP production film". Behindwoods. 2015-04-30. Retrieved 2015-07-31.
  9. ↑ "Esha Gupta to make T-Town debut in Anushka's Size Zero ". The Times of India. 2015-03-31. Retrieved 2015-07-31.
  10. ↑ "Sonal Chauhan lands special role in Size Zero — Hyderabad". The Hindu. 2015-04-04. Retrieved 2015-07-31.
  11. ↑ "Jiiva Plays Cameo in 'Inji Iduppazhagi'". Cineulagam.com. 2015-10-29. Retrieved 2015-10-30.
  12. ↑ http://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/telugu/Nandoo-Dubs-for-Arya-in-Size-Zero/2015/09/15/article3029964.ece
  13. ↑ "Anushka puts on weight for `Size Zero`!". Sify. 2015-04-28. Retrieved 2015-07-31.
  14. ↑ "Anushka is the Inji Idupazhagi while Arya plays a foreigner!". Behindwoods. 2015-03-19. Retrieved 2015-07-31.
  15. ↑ "Anushka gets busy with Size Zero". 123telugu.com. Retrieved 2015-07-31.
  16. ↑ "'Size Zero' shooting completed". IndiaGlitz. 2015-07-18. Retrieved 2015-07-31.
  17. ↑ "Anushka shows her versatility once again"
  18. ↑ "Size Zero audio launch re-scheduled"
  19. ↑ http://behindwoods.com/tamil-movies/inji-iduppazhagi/inji-iduppazhagi-songs-review.html
  20. ↑ "Anushka's 'Size Zero' release date"
  21. ↑ "Size Zero to release on the 9th of October"
  22. ↑ "Size Zero to release on the 16th of October"
  23. ↑ "'Size Zero' Release Date Confirmed"
  24. ↑ 'Size Zero' addresses important issue sensitively: Sonal Chauhan | Daily Post India
  25. ↑ http://behindwoods.com/tamil-movies/inji-iduppazhagi/inji-iduppazhagi-review.html
  26. ↑ http://www.indiaglitz.com/inji-iduppazhagi-aka-inji-idupazhagi-tamil-movie-review-19612.html

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