If I have money, fame and a good lifestyle now, I owe it to Ajith," SJ Surya
Source: Cinesouth 08/05/05

SJ Surya's words inspire confidence. It is very interesting to hear him talk about his struggles in the film industry and how he made itto the top finally.
"My favorite actors are MGR, Shivaji and Rajinikanth," he says.
Throughout his career as an assistant director, he had worked with almost everybody in the film industry.
"'Aasai' was my first film as an assistant. Ajith was paid Rs 25000 for the film," he continues. Ajith was so impressed by his hard work and dedication that he gladly accepted the 'Vaali' offer. "If I have money, fame and a good lifestyle now, I owe it to Ajith," SJ Surya says.
According to him, Tamil film industry has four giants- Bharaitraaja, Balachander, Balu Mahendra and Bhagyaraj. "I have worked with Balachander's assistant Vasanth. I have also worked with JD-Jerry who were assistants with Balu Manehdra and with many of K
Bhagyaraj's assistants. I have worked with Bharatiraaja himself. I simply have
extracted their essence and bring them in my films," he says and bursts into laughter. So, what's his secret formula?
"People come to watch films because they want to be entertained.
They will start running away if you preach. These are people who wouldn't listen to their parents. What makes you think that strangers like me could advise them? My policy is very simple- give them entertainment for 2 hours and 30 minutes."
 

Nadhiya to pair with Ajith? 11/05/2005
Source Galatta

Nadhiya, the leading actress who made her comeback in M.Kumaran S/O of Mahalakshmi is likely to play opposite Ajith in his forthcoming project God Father. Ajith is coming in a triple role for the first time in this film to be directed by K.S.Ravikumar. He plays father, son and a eunuch. Nadhiya will be paired with the father Ajith in the film. Buzz says that the producer had discussed with Nadhiya and she is yet to confirm.
 

Red card for Ajith? – 25/05/2005
Source Cinesouth

"He did not give call sheet for 'Godfather.' Even before completing the film, he went off to start work on Bala's 'Naan Kadavul.' I've suffered big losses because of this."
When producer Nik Arts Chakravarthy complained to the Producers Association, they gave Ajith the red card.
When word got around, Ajith's reputation went for a toss. What is the truth behind this? We made a call to Ajith's office. The outcome is interesting, but will not make Ajith's fans happy.
"'Godfather' will definitely be released, but not as quickly as has been expected. Ajith is now busy with discussions for 'Naan Kadavul' and is even growing his hair long and a beard for that."
Work on 'Naan Kadavul' has started recently. Ajith can complete his shooting in 'Godfather' during the intermittent free time.
Then, why the red card?