Nani’s Ninnu Kori has become a hit and the film is managing good collections. But neither he nor the unit is making any efforts the figures in a hurry. Usually, just after a film’s release, press conferences are held and the entire unit shows off collections to the media, more so when the film has had good openings. But after what has happened to DJ, Nani & the unit seem to be playing safe. There has been a huge hungama following the figures given by the makers of Duvvada Jagannadham and nearly 100 fans stormed into producer Dil Raju’s office and demanded that correct figures be disclosed. Given such a scenario, Nani is playing really safe. During a media interaction, when he was asked about the collections so far, Nani smoothly handled the question by saying, “I am an artiste and you are the media. Numbers don’t matter to us. Let others take care of such matters. We will stick to the quality & success of the film,” he averred. Even Ninnu Kori’s produce D V V Danayya has refrained from making any announcements following his film’s success.
Prabhas Reminisces On 2 Years Of Baahubali
India’s Epic Blockbuster Baahubali marks 2 years of its release. Marking the occasion, lead actor Prabhas aka Baahubali took to social media to thank his fans for their love & support throughout the journey of the film. As the Baahubali franchise completed 2 years of its release, Prabhas turned nostalgic and reminisced about the time when the film got rolling. Baahubali is a result of Prabhas’ undivided attention over a period of 5 years since the film began its shooting & a combination of S S Rajamouli’s larger than life vision. With his performance in the universally loved franchise, Prabhas not only garnered immense appreciation from the audience worldwide but has also become a globally renowned personality. Prabhas took to Facebook and wrote, “Today marks the completion of 2 years to the release of a very special film of mine, Baahubali: The Beginning. I feel a deep sense of nostalgia and I have been reminiscing the early days when the entire team was working on this film with so much passion. I want to take this opportunity to express my gratitude to all my fans who don’t leave any chance to make me feel so loved & special. Congratulations to the entire Baahubali team for this day, especially the man behind all of it, S S Rajamouli. We owe it all to you.” 10th Jul, 2015 was the day Bahubali: The Beginning released, thereon the film embarked on a historical journey breaking records worldwide. The 2017 release Bahubali: The Conclusion has gone ahead to become India’s Biggest blockbuster by setting unprecedented benchmarks for the industry.
Nene Raju, Nene Mantri Breaks Many Stereotypes
Catherine Tresa, who is seen smoking in the teaser of Rana Daggubati starrer Telugu drama Nene Raju, Nene Mantri, avers the film breaks many common stereotypes and that’s what makes it unique. “I’m not going to say why my character is seen smoking in the teaser. But what I can tell you is that the film breaks many stereotypes. It’s a very mainstream film and you will see Rana Duggabati, who is known to do certain kind of films, go down a path less taken,” Catherine avers. Elaborating on it, she averred, “The film breaks away from the regular commercial format. A lot of people by now must have assumed that I play a badass because my character is seen smoking. The film breaks such stereotypes.” Directed by Teja, the film also stars Kajal Aggarwal, Ashutosh Rana & Navdeep. On teaming up with Teja, she averred that she was bowled over by his confidence. “I really liked the story, especially the confidence with which Teja narrated. I’m a very greedy person when it comes to good roles and I didn’t think even for a minute when I heard this story. The way he narrated the story, it piqued my interest,” she added. Asked about sharing screen space with Rana Duggabati, Catherine quipped: “I had to find really high heels to match his height. It was very interesting to work with him. He plays an intense character and I think he has nailed it. Audiences are going to love his energy,” she concluded.
Samantha Ruth Prabhu Talks About Her Co – Stars
On a day when Samantha Ruth Prabhu has crossed 4 million followers on Twitter, she decided to chat up with her fans. The brief interaction session on a social media platform saw her giving interesting replies to several curious queries. When asked if she checks Naga Chaitanya’s phone, Sam replied in the negative, saying that it’s the worst habit. She laughed away even the thought of checking her fiance’s mobile. The star actress also revealed that ‘What do you want for dinner?’ is the most common discussion between them. She also expressed her willingness to do a film with Chay after marriage. About Ram Charan, who is her Rangasthalam co – star, the soon – to – be Akkineni kodalu averred, “I am so blessed to be a part of this project. The team is lovely. Despite difficult working conditions, Charan is really killing it. Very eager for all of you to watch him in this role.” When a follower asked her “what is the best advice you have received & by whom?” Sam replied, “Life! It teaches me something new every day.” “What has made you to be part of handlooms?” got this reply: “When you wear something made by a person there is something special there.” To the question “What is real beauty in your point of view?” Sam said, “Accepting who you are and making the best of it.” She regards her celeb status as the “greatest gift”.
Pawan Kalyan Disrupts Ram Charan’s Plans
Ram Charan’s Rangasthalam 1985 is the 1st film to reserve berth for Pongal 2018. Mahesh Babu’s film with Koratala also is targeting the same release date. Now as per the latest buzz from film circles, Pawan Kalyan’s untitled film directed by Trivikram is joining Pongal race. Trivikram planned to release it for Dussera, but the makers have decided to release it for Sankranthi due to the delay in filming. A film riding on nearly Rs. 120 crores should be released for a big festival or in a holiday season. As the film missed out on Dussera, only Sankranthi is the best time to release it. Ram Charan’s Rangasthalam will be in a soup with Pawan Kalyan joining Sankranthi race. Charan can afford to clash with other big stars, but clashing with Power Star will not be welcomed by mega fans. Makers of Rangasthalam also cannot risk losing the festival advantage. How would Charan & Pawan sort this out so that none of the films get affected?
Jagannadsh & NTR Fighting
NTR’s team & Puri Jagannadh are fighting over a copied idea. Jagannadh Puri feels NTR told director Bobby an idea that he narrated to the star, but Bobby must be laughing at Jagannadh Puri. Because, the story that Bobby is making is copy of a foreign language movie. Still, NTR is angry with Jagannad Puri’s gang accusing him of stealing the story. He is said to have been deeply hurt with this as NTR is very close to Jagannad Puri and it was he who asked his brother Kalyan Ram to do the movie when Jagannadh Puri badly needed a project. Jagannadh Puri’s team accused that some elements of the script that Jagannadh Puri narrated to NTR have been incorporated in Jai Lava Kusa. After watching recently released teaser in which NTR was seen telling dialogues in stammering manner, Jagannadh Puri’s team believes that NTR copied this idea from Jagannadh Puri’s narration. Sometime back, Jagannadh Puri had told NTR a story that has lead hero having stammering problem. But NTR didn’t like the script, so he did not sign Jagannad Puri’s movie. Strong buzz in the industry is that the story idea of Jai Lava Kusa is copied from a 2008 Korean blockbuster. So, why Jannadh Puri is doing hungama over this Korean idea? If anyone has a problem with Jai Lava Kusa (JLK}, it must be the original Korean filmmaker!!!
Rana Duggabati: A Smart & Calculated Player
After Ghazi, Rana Duggabati has picked up a very promising film in Nene Raju Nene Mantri. The trailer of the film has been creating waves on the internet ever since it was uploaded on YouTube. Everyone’s mesmerized with the choice of scripts & characters that the handsome hunk has been picking up. Rana Duggabati could have easily fallen into the trap of action hero image as his well built physic would suit such roles. He also has a big production to back up so that he could play it safe by doing commercial films. However, Rana Dugabbati is not looking for instant craze or success that would make him a commercial star. He is making risky choices to prove his caliber as an actor. No one would dare to do a movie with Teja at the moment. The director’s last hit film was released back in 2002. Rana Dugabatti didn’t go by the track record and believed in the script narrated by Teja and picked up Nene Raju Nene Mantri (NRNM) over many other scripts that he has come across. Irrespective of the result of Nene Raju Nene Mantri, Rana Duggabati is surely winning hearts by making smart choices rather than running after instant success.
Taapsee Pannu Makes Fun
It is not the 1st time for Taapsee Pannu to make fun of Southern Cinema Industry. She has made insulting comments on the way Southern Cinema portrays its female leads in the past too. Now she goes a step ahead in a talk show with a comedy YouTube channel and made derogatory remarks against Telugu cinema & her debut film with director K. Raghavendra Rao. Taapsee made fun of being hit by coconuts on her midriff in a song from Jhummandi Naadam. “I don’t know what is so sensuous about hitting a girl on her midriff. But the director who has made over 100 films had launched Sridevi & Jayasudha. They were apparently hit by flowers & fruits on their midriff,” Taapsee told while the show hosts and the hundreds of audiences had a hearty laugh at the expense of the legendary director & Telugu Cinema. Taapsee also stated that South Cinema Industry only recognized that she can act after watching films like Pink & Naam Shabana. She has been so critical about Telugu cinema restricting her to a glam doll. Now she is looking to make a comeback in Telugu film industry with a horror comedy Anando Brahma that is slated for release on 18th Aug, 2017.
Chiranjeevi Garu Is A Sensitive & Sweet Person
Late Uday Kiran’s sister has opened up about what transpired more than one and a half decade ago when her brother was supposed to marry Chiranjeevi’s daughter, Sushmitha. “Uday Kiran was going through a trauma when his love life (with a journalist) fell on the rocks. Chiranjeevi garu was a huge emotional support during this phase. He advised my brother to focus on career and grab the many opportunities he was getting. It was Chiranjeevi garu who 1st proposed that Uday marry his daughter. But Uday discovered that his likes & dislikes were not compatible with that of Sushmita. It was his call to call off the marriage,” Uday’s sister has said in an interview. It has been widely believed that the Megastar called off the wedding when he discovered that Uday was still in touch with his ex – girl friend even after engagement with Sushmitha. Uday tragically committed suicide in 2013.
Gopichand’s Oxygen Due On 18th Aug 2017!!!
Gopichand’s much awaited action entertainer Oxygen is finally arriving. The AM Jothi Krishna directed & S Aishwarya bankrolled project is releasing on 18th Aug, 2017, as per an official update from the makers. Though the film has been lying on the sets for a long time due to technical reasons, finally here comes a fresh breather with Oxygen release date announced. Meanwhile Jothi Krishna finished the entire post – production and is quite happy with the output. They are also to announce a grand trailer launch & audio release date very soon. Oxygen is a complete commercial entertainer with 2 beautiful heroines Rashi Khanna & Anu Emmanuel romancing Gopichand. The film is shot on uncompromised production & technical standards shot in prime places of India like Mumbai, Goa, Sikkim & Chennai. Music for the film is scored by Yuvan Shankar Raja.
Kalyani Signs Akhil’s Movie!!!
Buzz in the industry is that Kalyani Priyadarshan has officially signed Akhil Akkineni’s 2nd movie. She is debuting as heroine in this film. Kalyani Priyadarshan is a daughter of popular movie director Priyadarshan & actress Lissy. Kalyani did her education in New York and has been trying to step into the film industry. Several Bollywood starlets like Alia Bhatt & Parineeti Chopra were considered for this movie but they didn’t show much interest. Director Vikram Kumar wanted a new face for this story. So, he has been chosen, says a source. This untitled film is under progress in Hyderabad. Nagarjuna is producing it on a lavish scale on his Annapurna Studios banner. Akhil earlier revealed that the movie is an action romantic drama. “It is more of a love story than an action drama but the action episodes will be novel,” he averred.
Sai Dharam Tej Works For Free
Sai Dharam Tej, who will be seen in a cameo in filmmaker Krishna Vamsi’s upcoming Telugu action thriller Nakshatram, enancted his part for free out of his love & respect for the director. “Since it was a cameo and was something that got Sai really excited, he did not charge any fee for it. Krishna Vamsi went out of his way and thanked him for the gesture,” a source from the film’s unit revealed. In the film, Tej will be seen in a 20 minute cameo. He plays a police officer called Alexander. On working with Krishna Vamsi, Tej said in a statement: “I really enjoyed working with him; he taught me a lot. It is one experience that I would cherish throughout my career. I want to thank him for giving me this opportunity.” The film, slated for release in Aug, 2017, also stars Sundeep Kishan, Regina Cassandra & Pragya Jaiswal. Tej is currently busy dubbing for his upcoming Telugu actioner Jawaan.
Nagarjuna All For Spotting New Talent
Nagarjuna feels that directorial talent is not in scarcity. As someone who has dared to work with newcomers from time to time, he is qualified to say it. “There is loads of talent out there. It just needs to be spotted & encouraged,” he averred. The Akkineni hero has had a mixed experience out of giving debutantes a chance. The most recent shining example is that of Kalyan Krishna, whose Soggade Chinni Nayana was a big Sankranthi hit. Buoyed by his talent, Nag gave the youngster the responsibility to deliver a hit for Naga Chaitanya. As a creative brain at Annapurna Studios, Nag has been doing his bit to spot fresh talent.
Naga Chaitanya’s Role In Yuddham Sharanam
Describing his up – & – coming Yuddham Sharanam as a youth – centric thriller, Naga Chaitanya averred that his role is that of a maker of drones in the movie. Chay is playing a college drop – out who turns out to be a genius in his own right. It is to be seen how he will wage a “yuddham” with those drones that he makes. Directed by Krishna Marimuthu, the thriller is produced by Rajani Korrapati of Vaarahmi Chalana Chitram fame. Also starring Lavanya Tripathi, the film has story by David R Nathan of Gentleman fame. It has been co – written by Abburi Ravi. While music is by Vivek Sagar of Pelli Choopulu fame, the cinematography is by Niketh Bommi. There are speculations that the movie will hit the screens on 11th Aug, 2017, but nothing is official as yet.
Pragya Keeps The “Hot” Promise
A few months ago when a journo asked Pragya Jaiswal if she was not open for skin show, she had this to say, “Why do you think so? Kanche was a period film and so, I couldn’t have sported short clothes. Om Namo Venkatesaya was a devotional. Even in such a devotional, the song “Aanandam” has ample skin show. In Nakshatram, you will see a new Pragya”. By “a new Pragya”, the Jabalpur born girl clearly meant to say that the film would have a sensuous song. And it’s there. The number is named “Ey Papa”. With Sai Dharam Tej in tandem, the beach song has every quality of sexing up the things. But there is more. And you will see it in Boyapati Sreenu’s Jaya Janaki Nayaka!!!
Rakul Preet At 1 Million
Rakul Preet now has got 1 million followers on Twitter. She is amongst the most – followed cine celebs on the micro – blogging site. “Andddddd my twitter family is a million now thankuuuuu to each 1 of u for all d love…a big hug n lots n lots of love to u all!!!” she has tweeted. Celebs like Rakul Preet usually are on social media to connect with their fans. Rakul, as a fitness “guru”, also sometimes gives some health tips and reacts to issues like sexual abuse. Her next big releases are Mahesh Babu’s SPYder on 27th Sept, 2017. Before that Boyapati Sreenu’s Jaya Janaki Nayaka will hit the screens on 11th Aug, 2017. This year, she has the wonderfully – etched Brahmaramba in Rarandoi Veduka Chuddam.
Nithin – Arjun – Rana Clash!!!
3 films have confirmed that they are going to hit the screens on 11th Aug, 2017. The 3 movies belong to different genres, allowing the audience the luxury to choose one of them. Nithin’s Lie belongs to action – drama genre. There are loads of romantic elements as well. Produced on a massive scaled by 14 Reels Entertainment, Lie features action King Arjun as an intelligent villain. Hanu Raghavapudi is the director, while Megha Akash is the heroine. Most of the film is set in US. Rana Duggabati’s Nene Raju Nene Mantri’ is the 2nd one. Teja is now coming up with a political drama that questions the typical Indian attitude of “’Chaltha hain”. Also starring Kajal Aggarwal & Catherine Teresa, this has a lot of buzz amongst the public.Jaya Janaki Nayaka is the 3rd one. Starring Bellamkonda Sreenivas, the film is produced by Boyapati Sreenu. A rom – com and family entertainer with action thrown in, it has music by Devi Sri Prasad. Rakul Preet Singh & Pragya Jaiswal are the female leads. An item song featuring Catherine adds to the film’s glamour quotient.
Ravi Teja’s Film In Nikhil’s Kitty!!!
Before finalizing Touch Chesi Choodu & Raja The Great’, Ravi Teja had heard a number of scripts. The Tamil movie Kanithan was one amongst them. The film didn’t come through. The project is going to be revived. Nikhil Siddharth may well step into Mass Maharaja’s shoes. After Kesava, this is going to be yet another action thriller for the young actor. How far Nikhil can reprise Atharvaa well is to be seen. Kesava didn’t have action of the kind we see in a mainstream actioner. Kanithan’ has to be adapted to suit Telugu nativity.
Nivetha Opens Up On Jai Lava Kusa
Nivetha Thomas, who is going to share screen space with Young Tiger NTR in the crazy movie Jai Lava Kusa, has opened up about the movie. The Ninnu Kori actress has said that the kind of performance she is doing in the action drama is of a “different school”. Averring that she is exploring the front of “song & dance”, Nivetha also added that she is also part of the film’s emotions. After Ninnu Kori, the young actress is all set to become a star heroine in Tollywood. However, she is hardly in a hurry to grab opportunities. NTR is her 1st superstar co – star. Come 21st Sept, 2017, she will have scored her 2nd hit of the year.
