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Singer Kalpana-Hope of 16 lakh bhojpuri speaking people

2008-07-14T23:23:00.000+05:30

Singer Kalpana-Hope of 16 lakh bhojpuri speaking people

This singer Kalpana is making it big in the small screen. She is one of the strong contender of NDTV IMAGINE’s new musical reality show JUNOON…..Kuchh Kar Dikhaane Ka ! Kalpana is represent the folk team “Maati Ke Laal”, presenting folk songs from UP/Bihar/ Assam .

The show started with a very grand opening by dashing ever charming talented actor Hritik Roshan. Hritik’s presence in the show revealed the glamour of the show. The show is hosted by none other than the legend of silver screen Annu Kapoor. His presence shows the deftness of the show.

Illa Arun represented Kalpana from folk group as Triveni of river Bhramaputra and Ganga as she has taken the responsibility of three states-UP, Bihar & Assam. Kalpana’s performance of bihu of Assam was the greatest hit. She was asked by Illa Arun to sing Bhupen Hazarika’s hit song Manuhe Manuhor Babe and got great applaud from the judges and the audience.

Says Kalpana, I am from northeast, ASSAM . Northeast is a reservoir of talent but it hurts when people consider the region different from India . She feels that north-eastern India is a reservoir of talent but it has not been given due recognition because the region suffers from a sense of geographical and social alienation. She is 'hurt' that many people do not consider the northeast as a part of India . For example, in the television music talent hunt reality shows contestants from our region do well. And the nation must realise that they (participants) reach there because of their talent, not favouritism. I want the rest of the country to cherish it, but respect for the region is lacking,' KALPANA told. Kalpana holds the local residents equally responsible. 'Talents from the region are not being recognised. To a certain extent, we (northeast residents) are also responsible for it because we don't remind them about our potential.

But without any support she made it big in Mumbai film industry. She has truly confirmed that language has no barrier. It would be injustice to put a tag (Bhojpuri Singer) on Kalpana. If we correctly analyze she can really sing in different languages.

Says Kalpana,I had no support or godfather in Mumbai .But thanks to the people of UP & BIHAR who gave me full support and made Kalpana a big name in Bhojpuri music industry. She says, today with this show JUNOON people are getting to know the richness of Bhojpuri music. I wish if Laluji extend his best wishes & moral support to promote Bhojpuri as he is the only international super star.

Kalpana’s get up, her performance, her confidence and above all her signing in the show is mind-blowing. She is the most versatile singer. What a tremendous power & performance Kalpana has. Kalpana, you are a very big bridge in between Assam & Bhojpuri. You are the voice of 16 lakh Bhojpuri speaking people. I some times suspect that how u pronounces such good Bhojpuri language. Anyways keep it up... I pray God to make you NDTV's Junoon Champ. All the mentors including Annu Kapoor ended up with commenting Kalpana as a complete package of performance & singing.

By : ASHOK BHATIA P .R.O. 09221232130

Shradha Sharma Signed By G.P.Sippy Film

2008-07-14T22:55:00.002+05:30

Shradha Sharma Signed By G.P.Sippy Film

50 films in forty five years is no mean achievement and there is no stopping G.P.Sippy Multimedia as they unveiled their plans for fourteen movies in the next two years in association with Boutique cinema. Present on this occasion was their chairman Ajit Sippy and Sunil Khosla with Vibha Khosla ( both directors of Boutique Cinema) A Three film contract was signed with Siddarth Koirala and Shradha Sharma (of "Saathi' fame in star plus). After "Anwar", this would be Siddarth's next foray into Bollywood and Shradha would be making her debut on the big screen with this venture. In the past supersatrs like Shahrukh Khan, Rajesh Khanna, Raveena Tandon and many others were launched by G.P. Sippy Multimedia. Even the famed "Gabbar" of Sholay, Amjad Khan was launched by this production house. "Jab Luv Hua ", scheduled to be launched in july 2008 is also the first digital film.

Chiru's "PRAVASA VAARADHI" coming to Chicago

2008-07-09T23:50:00.000+05:30

Chiru's "PRAVASA VAARADHI" coming to Chicago

"PRAVASA VAARADHI", our Sixth International SPARC Meeting by the Pravasa Chiranjeevi Organization, USA on Sunday, July 13^th 2008 at Bloomingdale, IL in support of Padma Bhushan Dr. Chiranjeevi. Pravasa Chiranjeevi Organization has conducted more than 25 events in USA including a successful 5K Walk-a-Thon in California, huge gatherings in Dallas, New Jersey and Los Angles and a NRI Ratha Yatra from Tirupathi to Srikakulam in raising the awareness and support for Padma Bhushan Dr. Chiranjeevi as our Leader for the state of Andhra Pradesh. As we all know the character, determination and the service minded nature of Dr. Chiranjeevi, We want to portrait the need of a Great personality and better direction in the form of Dr. Chiranjeevi for the development of our state in all respects. We invite you all for your royal participation and make this event a grand success in Bloomingdale IL.

Venue: Bloomingdale Court Theatre (Funasia Theatres)

324 West Army Trail Rd, Bloomingdale IL 60108

Date & Time: Sunday July 13^th 2008, from 10:30 AM to 2:00 PM

Event Type: Free Shankar Dada Zindabad Movie & SPARC Meeting

Click here for online free registration of the event - http://PravasaChiranjeevi.Org/chiru/chicago_event.htm

On-site Registration will start at 10:30 AM on Sunday, July 13^th 2008 at Bloomingdale Theatres
Short video of Padma Bhushan Dr. Chiranjeevi and also the past events conducted by Pravasa Chiranjeevi Organization will be screened.
Mega Producer Mr. Allu Aravind garu and Mega brother Mr. Nagababu garu will address (video conference) the gathering
Lunch will be provided to all the participants

Noted NRI educationalists, IT professionals, Entrepreneurs and Doctors from different parts of USA will be addressing the gatherings and share their views and open brainstorming session will be conducted to collect the ideas of all the attendees. International SPARC Sessions would mainly focus on the following topics and the role of Pravasa Chiranjeevi Organization and the support of our NRIs

1. Social and Economic change

2. Current Education and Health care systems

3. Best way for the most utilization of the natural resources and self sustainability

4. Present distribution model in all walks of life and how we can minimize the middle man for the betterment of the Hardworking man and woman or the formers

Pravasa Chiranjeevi Organization, USA welcomes you all with your families and friends to participate in the International SPARC (Socio-Political Analysis & Research Center) Meet. For more information, registration and volunteering, please visit www.pravasachiranjeevi.org or

For More details, please contact:

Narasaiah Vadranam @ 678-612-6714, Srinivas Lottala @ 314-374-5375,

Ms. Rajani Akurati @ 630-674-4633, Kishore Pula @ 615-496-2351,

Suresh Mandala @ 913-549-0699, Madhu Vengala @ 309-530-3486 and

Pawan @ 309-363-5274

Shradha Sharma Signed By G.P.Sippy Film

2008-07-09T23:26:00.002+05:30

Shradha Sharma Signed By G.P.Sippy Film

Playing a character in the film ‘Daughter’ is a unique experience: Actress Rucha

2008-07-09T23:15:00.000+05:30

Playing a character in the film ‘Daughter’ is a unique experience: Actress Rucha

Producers Dr. Medha Mehandale and Manasi Mehandale are soon coming up with their first Hindi film ‘Daughter’. They are also introducing an eighteen-year-old sweet and bubbly girl Rucha who they are sure of winning the audience’s heart. Rucha has been very fortunate to be working with Vikram Gokhale, Reema and Padmini Kolhapure in her debut film itself. Along with being the co-producer of the film, Dr. Manasi Mehandale has also given her voice in one of the songs. Recently we met the main lead of the film Rucha during the promotion of the film. Here are some excerpts of an interview with her:-

* How did you develop an interest in acting?

Director Viju Mane, known to our family, was making a film in Marathi by the name ‘Gujiri’. He proposed me to do a special appearance in this film. I was not too sure of taking up acting that time. I was only 15 years old and thought of giving it a try. Acting excited me a lot even though I had a lot to learn. I thoroughly enjoyed acting and that’s where started off with it.

* Which are the films that you have done after ‘Gujiri’?

As I mentioned earlier, I had never understood acting that well, hence never took it very seriously. Also I didn’t want acting to be my career. I did it as my hobby only. I always wanted to become a doctor and even today I am busy with my related medical studies. That’s how I did not take up any film assignments after ‘Gujiri’. Even today my first preference is to become a doctor.

* Since your mother is also a doctor, is that why you wish to become a doctor?

My mother is definitely my role model and I have received all my inspiration from her. I strongly aspire to become a doctor and have my dream come true.

* How did you get an opportunity to work in ‘Daughter?’

Again through Director Viju Mane. He approached me with the script of ‘Daughter’ when I was in college. Even then I was too confused whether or not to do the film. Later when he narrated the script of the film to me, I was very happy and decided to do it. My passion of being a doctor and my hobby of acting met together through the film. Today I can proudly say that I am a part of a film like this.

* What have you felt in and through the film ‘Daughter?’

‘Daughter r’ is a very unique film. It is very different from the normal league of films. This film is based on adoption of those infants who are left alone by their parents due to various reasons. It is a story of such kids who spent their lives in ashrams and grow up with people who they understand to be their parents. The film has various emotions along with being a very fun filled one. It is a very beautiful message that the film is giving to its audiences.

* In this film you have worked with stars like padmini kolhapure and ayub khan along with Vikram Gokhale, Reema, and Arun Nalawade and Vinod singh. How do you feel working as a lead along with these stars?

In the film ‘Daughter’ I play an orphan girl whose name is Rucha. A girl whose grand father leaves her to live in an ashram since a very tender age of an infant. As she is growing she is adopted by Vikram Gokhale’s family and she goes and stays with them as a trial of 20 days. She gets love and affection from some and hatred and in affection from the others. The story is about how this young and innocent girl copes up with all the circumstances that she is put in. The character of Rucha is very strong by itself. Hence playing the same was not very difficult. Also the director always inspired and supported me for doing better. It became an easy job to do in the midst of these stars as my colleagues.

* The film has thrown light on couples that are against adoption?

Yes, the film reveals the existing shortcomings of our society, the existing mentality of the people of today’s century who consider money and wealth much above love and affection towards orphans.

Yes, before the shooting for the film began, I visited an orphanage in Thane. There I saw children like Rucha and understood their thought process. You can call it my homework for the film. It was a very touchy experience.

* Any remembrance during the shooting of the film that you would like to share with us?

Oh yes. I remember the first day of my shoot for the film. It was scheduled for 4:00 pm. I was to give the first shot and it rained quite heavily. Due to the delay the first shot happened only at 12 in the night. I had to appear smoking a cigarette in the shot. After the shot, we realized that I was holding the wrong side of the cigarette in my mouth. To be frank, I was quite nervous.

* Who are your favorite stars from Bollywood?

I like madhuri dixit and hrithik roshan a lot.

* Which directors do you wish to work with?

I wish to work with Mr Rakesh mehra who directed ‘Rang De Basanti’ and with Mr. Shamit Amin who directed ‘Chak De India’. Getting an opportunity I would also like to work with Aamir Khan and ShahRukh Khan.

* As an actor what are your aspirations?

I am only 18 and ‘Doctor’ is ideally my first film. I have got a great experience working in this film. It is a unique film with a very challenging role for me to do. I wish to do more of such challenging roles in other films as well. But as I mentioned earlier that I wish to become a doctor, I need to first fulfill that dream of mine. Mean while my acting career will keep going.

Pro Telugu Org. Chiru's SPARC ignites Europe

2008-06-11T19:56:00.001+05:30

Pro Telugu Org. Chiru's SPARC ignites Europe.

With its first ever session in England, Bristol, UK Pro Telugu Org. Chiru's "SPARC" sessions lands in Europe with a bang. NRIs from London, Scotland and Ireland have attended the session. Those attended include Computer professionals, doctors, woman, students and other intellectuals.

Addressed the gathering on a live teleconference from Hyderabad, Dr. K. Nageswar, Political Analyst, MLC spoke on present Political, economical and social problems in AP and possible solutions to overcome them. In an interactive Question and Answer session Dr. Nageswar answered several questions posed by the attendees on education, healthcare, socio and woman's issues. The session concluded with a 45 minute brainstorming discussions on various contemporary issues of the state.

In yet another major SPARC event held in Atlanta, US Chiru's SPARC session NRIs from within the state and from neighbouring states attended the program on a hot sunny day where mercury levels are at record high 102F. Starting with Sankarambadi's "maa telugu thalli ki malle poodanda" song, the session continued with the Chief Guest Dr. K. Raghunath MD Cardiologist, speech on healthcare issues in Andhra Pradesh. Pro Telugu Org. Coordinator Madhu Tata spoke on the importance of Chiranjeevi entering into politics. Pro Telugu Org. Founder Joint Secretary Ram Tatineni spoke on NRI Maha Yatra and the highlights. TAMA President Sridevi Dadithota, Vice-President Satyanarayana Reddy and others spoke on the occasion. Pre-recorded video speeches by Dr. Mithra, Nagendra Babu, Dr. K. Nageswar are screened for the attendees along with several other videos showing the socio-economic conditions in Andhra Pradesh. Quiz contest on Chiranjeevi films and Chiranjeevi charitable trust, eye bank by Kiran Manchikanti and the Musical orchestra of Chiranjeevi's old and new songs by Ram Dhoorvasula are the other highlights in the session.

Following the Bristol, UK SPARC session. Pro Telugu Org. received several phone calls and emails from the Chiranjeevi well Wishers, fans and other NRIs in UK, requesting for a similar session in London. In a press statement released, Pro Telugu Org. Media Secretary Rao Siddam told that all arrangements are being made to organize a session in London, UK during the third week of June.

Rao Siddam

Media Secretary

Pro Telugu Org.

Chiruforap.com

586-777-6399(H)

678-637-6789(M)

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Chiru's SPARC sessions in Canda and US successful - Tel / Eng and photos

2008-06-02T22:41:00.003+05:30

Chiru's SPARC sessions in Canada and US successful

SPARC made its succssful landing in Canada with its first session oranised in the country on 31st May 2008. Pro Telugu Org. simultaneously organised two other SPARC sessions in US cities. All three sessions started at the same time with live speech from Dr. A. P Vithal. addressing the NRIs. Speaking from Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, India on a Telecon Bridge Dr. A.P Vithal spoke on Socio-economic, education and healthcare issues and solutions. He later responded to several interactive questions posed by NRIs over the bridge. Pro Telugu Org. Fouonder and General Secretary Mr. Ram Tatineni thanked the Guest speaker and the NRIs who attended the sessions. Video recordings from Dr. Mithra, Dr. K Nageswar and Mr. Nagendra Babu were shown in the session.

NRIs actively participated in the SPARC brainstorming session at Chicago werein issues on education, Healthcare, Womens role, agriculture, law and order and prices were discussed. The debate went past the alloted time with Ram Dondapati, Pavan Dasam, Satya Gopalam, Suman, Venkat, Sree Basabathina, Raja Sridhar, Geetha, Siritha, Swetha, Rekha, Sangeetha, Srikanth Kondapalli and others debated on several ongoing problems in our state and the how they can be tackled with proper approach.

In another session held in Columbus Ohio Dr. Siddartha Anneboina spoke on Health and Insurance aspect being implemented in US and India. Kidari Madari spoke on role of Parents in children's education. Kavitha Reddy Vennapusa, Surya Gundubogula, Arun Bandari, Naga Srinivas discussed on several ongiong issues in our state. Later megastar Chiranjeevi's "Stalin" movie is screened for those attended the session.

Suresh Somisetty, Ram Shyam Dande, Venkat Beeram participated in the SPARC session held at Windsor Canada.

Consolidating the SPARC sessions held in Canada and US, in a press statement released to the media, Rao Siddam told that NRIs strongly expressed the need of Dr. Chiranjeevi taking up the leadership position for the better and bright future of our state.

Rao Siddam

Media Secretary

Pro Telugu Org.

chirufoap.com

586-777-6399(H)

678-637-6789(M)

'Pandurangadu' Review: Another Life-Time Classic

2008-05-30T22:01:00.000+05:30

Film: Pandurangadu
Banner: RK Films
Cast: Balakrishna, Sneha, Tabu, Mohan Babu, K Vishwanath etc
Music: MM Keeravani
Art: Bhaskar Raju
Dialogues: JK Bharavi
Director: K Raghavendra Rao
Producer: K Krishna Mohan
Released On: 30 May 2008

The story of Lord Panduranga is a part of 'Skanda Purana', one of 18 puranas, the treasure house for divine stories. Tenali Rama Krishna, one of the Astadiggajas of Sri Krishna Deva Raya wrote 'Panduranga Mahatyam' taking the gist from Skanda Purana. Kamalakara Kameshwara Rao directed the film 'Panduranga Mahatyam' in the production of Trivikrama Rao in 1957, taking Pundareeka Vriththantham from Tenali Ramakrishna's 'Panduranga Mahatyam'. Now the same was remade as 'Pandurangadu' adding new colors in tune with the taste of contemporary audiences. Let us see how it went on:

Story:
It is the story of Pundareeka (Balakrishna) who leads a flirting life and neglects his parents (K Vishwanath and Shiva Parvathi) as well as wife Lakshmi (Sneha). In his lusty hangover he also kicks out all his family members.

He falls in the trap of a crooked prostitute Amrutha (Tabu) and loses everything. She betrays him along with her mother (Y Viajaya) and grabs his property.

He then also tries to enjoy the river goddesses Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswathi due to his lust. He tries to kick a saint (Mohan Babu) with his leg but gets paralyses stroke. He then realizes that his paralysis is due to his sins. He gets repentance and becomes a devotee of Lord Krishna.

He goes back to his parents and serves them. His wife Lakshmi and finally he himself get salvation because of his bhakthi.

Performances:
Balakrishna looked best in Lord Krishna's role. He appeared like Nata Rathna NTR in many frames in Lord Krishna's get up. His color on his body was very dark in some scenes but on a whole that is not disturbing any way. His role as Pundareeka in negative shades also grooved well. He must be appreciated for picking up this role.

Sneha is the right option to play the role of Pundareeka's wife. She rightly performed in her role.

Tabu is the glamour element in the film and she didn't hesitate to portray with all of her oomph factor. But she has 'shown' more in some scenes where there is no necessity. K Raghavendra Rao's magic is seen again on silver screen. Using the elements like fruits, milk and flowers for bringing in erotic appeal is known only for KRR.

K Vishwanath is apt in father's role. Mohan Babu although appeared for a brief time, there is a purpose for his role.

JK Bharavi's dialogues are ok. But crossed limits in some scenes and lacked in required depth in others.

K Raghavendra Rao's efforts are rightly spread on screen. He has shown newness in many things. He has even shown the temples in Combodia for songs in dream sequences. Although not in the degree of Sri Ramadasu or Annamayya, he could bring in devotional depth in this theme as well, especially in climax.

Best Things:
Music plays best role in entire film. Lyrics are also aptly written and pictured in very sensible way-although the song 'Kosala Desapu..' is too erotic.

Lord Krishna's 'Vishwa Roopam' scene certainly deserves great mention. That's splendid and marvelous.

Mohan Babu's role, although short has made his presence felt in right manner. The film stepped into right tempo since his entrance.

The message 'parents are more than the Lord God' is rightly conveyed which is a must for people at this juncture. The scene where Pundareeka asks Lord Krishna to wait outside for him until he completes his 'seva' for his father is really wonderful.

'Critic'al Aspects:
Sneha's initiative to marry Ranga (Pundareeka) by showing her over-activeness in front of his house is something that's not in right sync with the tempo

Sunil's comedy with hairy get up is also nasty that kicks out audiences from getting immersed into the theme

In a scene Tabu dances in emotion by applying vermilion to her face. Audiences have shouted 'laka laka laka..' at that time. When the scene is composed with emotion which is more than required, the result will be that.

The scene of Lord Krishna showing Brindavanam to Pundareeka is made with not so convincing graphics. Director would have looked into something spiritual with meaningful analysis for 'Krishna Tatwam' in stead of that.

Although the questions regarding 16000 gopikas and 8 wives of Lord Krishna have risen in the film, they weren't answered in right 'taatwik way'. Writers of JK Bharavi's standard must be able to bring the gist of Krishna Tatwam in that scene. That was not rightly utilized as the answer given by Lord Krishna is very normal.

Some dialogues have crossed the line- 'naavi pettudu pallu neevu pettudu………." (Brahmanandam's dialogue with Y Vijaya). As the right patrons for this film are family audiences, dialogues of that sort would disturb a little. Kids should watch mythological and devotional films to learn the essence of bhakthi and tatwa but not the meaning of these mundane dialogues.

What happened to prostitute Amrutha and her mother? Why those villains weren't shown again? Balancing act hasn't happened by not putting an end to those villains.

Analysis:
The films of this sort should come again and again. They should teach the essence of Indian culture, bhakti and traditions. Film makers also should focus more on such subjects.

'Pandurangadu' is definitely the subject that has elements to make a commercial film. The subject has ample rakthi along with bhakti. Both these bhakti and rakhti should overlap in right manner. But that didn't happen here. Only in the second half (especially from the appearance of Mohan Babu's role), the spirit of the film is underlined. Last 30 minutes has enough of devotional fervor.

The film could have been better if the scenes in first half were composed with more conviction. To sum up, this film is a must watch for all those who wish to know the essence of bhakthi and value of parents.

Beware PTO breaks the NRI Bridge for Chiru Train

2008-05-30T21:31:00.001+05:30

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Beware PTO breaks the NRI Bridge for Chiru Train

Till date no one dreamt about an organization being such opportunistic. Organizations started with one person taking everyone into his words on the name of chiranjeevi and later collected a group of people from different parts US framing themselves as well-wishers of chiranjeevi starting a website on his name as www.chiruforap.com started collecting money for the events for one man agenda both in US and India on the name of Chiranjeevi conducting events on the name of prestigious SPARC abroad on same day different locations, releasing ambiguous press statements ,mixing with other official endorsed Chiranjeevi organization events which are not part of Pro Telugu Organization. This clearly shows the intention of Pro Telugu Organization in tarnishing the image of Dr. Chiranjeevi, with the support of unregimented forces this so called PRO TELUGU ORGANIZATION (www.chiruforap.com) trying to stop the Chiranjeevi's train and collapsing the NRI bridge, by creating the confusion in the well-wishers - fraternity of Chiranjeevi.

We urge all the Chiranjeevi well-wishers, friends, Chiranjeevi fan clubs and NRI Chiranjeevi organizations to be very cautious in attending or organizing such meetings by PRO TELUGU ORGANIZATION (www.chiruforap.com)

We as the NRI brigade who are building the bridge for Chirus Train and have goal and mission in looking Chiranjeevi Garu as the next leader of our beloved soil, will not sleep till the arrival of Chirus Train and we will also take actions which can lead to stop such events conducted in the Foreign Soils by organization with self agendas and using Chiranjeevi name.

ORAGANIZATIONS ARE FORMED BY GROUP OF PEOPLE NOT ONE MAN AND HIS SELF AGENDA.......

We welcome everyone to be a part of this mission in stopping such Organization, and shall only aim towards unity without self agendas, caste , regional bias in achieving our goal in looking CHIRANJEEVI as our Leader

Pro Telugu Org. conducts SPARC session in Canada and 4 other cities in USA

2008-05-30T06:24:00.000+05:30

PRESS NOTE

Pro Telugu Org. conducts SPARC session in Canada

Sessions start simultaneously from four other US Cities

In less than two weeks after its first ever session on the foreign soil in Detroit, USA SPARC is all set for another major landmark by making its presence in Canada. Organized by Pro Telugu Organization (chiruforap.com) SPARC session is being held in Windsor, Canada on 31st May 2008.

In yet another invigorating move Pro Telugu Org. goes with a bang by organizing a record four SPARC sessions all being conducted on the same day at the same time simultaneously from four different cities in US. With Columbus (OH), Dallas (TX), Chicago (IL) and Atlanta (GA) in USA and Windsor (ON) in Canada makes a total five events all start and conclude at same time. It perhaps makes the first and the biggest ever SPARC sessions organized simultaneously. Speakers from India will address the attendees of the sessions through a Video and Live Tele conference over a Telecon-bridge to deliver the speeches.

In a press statement released Pro Telugu Org. Media Secretary Mr. Rao Siddam told that an expected combined attendees for these sessions would be in few hundreds if not in thousands. He told that Pro Telugu Org. has plans to organize sessions in Malaysia, UK and Australia shortly.

For more details visit http://www.chiruforap.com website.

Rao VN Siddam

Media Secretary

Pro Telugu Org.

http://www.chiruforap.com

586-777-6399(H)

678-637-6789(M)

Best & Worst Dressed at Cannes

2008-05-23T22:06:00.000+05:30

Press Release: Chiru’s Shankar Dada Zindabad free show in Dallas

2008-05-23T22:05:00.001+05:30

Press Release: Chiru’s Shankar Dada Zindabad free show in Dallas

“PRAVASA VAARADHI”, Our second International SPARC Meeting by the Pravasa Chiranjeevi Organization, USA in association with CANA (Chiranjeevi Assocaition of North America) on Saturday, May 31st 2008 at 10:30 AM in Dallas(Irving), TX in support of Padma Bhushan Dr. Chiranjeevi. Pravasa Chiranjeevi Organization has conducted more than 20 events in USA, a successful 5K Walk-a-Thon in California and Ratha Yatra from Tirupathi to Srikakulam in raising the awareness and support for Dr. Chiranjeevi as our Leader for the state of Andhra Pradesh. As we all know the character, determination and the service minded nature of Padma Bhushan Dr. Chiranjeevi, We want to portrait the need of a Great personality and better direction in the form of Dr. Chiranjeevi for the development of our state in all respects. So, we invite you all to come and participate and make this event a grand success in Dallas (Irving) Area.

Click here for online free registration of the event - http://pravasachiranjeevi.org/chiru/dallas_event.htm

1. On-site Registration will start at 10:30 AM on Saturday, May 31st 2008 at FunAsia Theatres and Chiru T-shirts will be provided to all the participants.

2. Mega movie "Shankar Dada Zindabad" will be screened for all the participants about the role and the ideology of Mahatma Gandhi (Father of our nation and an NRI) to bring unity among people of AP in choosing the future and direction of our State and our leader Dr. Chiranjeevi.

3. Pravasa Vaaradhi, our Second SPARC meeting will start at 12:00 PM at FunAsia Theatres, Irving TX during the interval.

4. Lunch will be provided to all the participants at FunAsia theatres, 1625 N Story Rd, #100, Irving, TX.

5. Short video of Padma Bhushan Dr. Chiranjeevi and also the past events conducted by Pravasa Chiranjeevi Organization will be screened.

6. Mega brother Mr. Nagababu garu and Dr. Mitra garu will address (video conference) the gathering and officially kick off the International SPARC sessions.

International SPARC Sessions would mainly focus on the following topics and the role of Pravasa Chiranjeevi Organization and the support of our NRIs

1. Social and Economic change.

2. Current Education and Health care system.

3. Best ways for the most utilization of the natural resources and self sustainability.

4. Present Distribution model in all walks of life and how we can minimize the middle man for the betterment of the end user.

5. More controlled and centralized local bodies for faster decision making and e economic development in the state of Andhra Pradesh

Pravasa Chiranjeevi Organization, USA and CANA (Chiranjeevi Association of North America) welcomes you all with your families and friends to participate in the International SPARC (Socio-Political Analysis & Research Center) session. Noted NRI educationalists, IT professionals, Entrepreneurs and Doctors from different parts of USA will be addressing the gatherings and share their views and open brainstorming session will be conducted to collect the ideas of all the attendees.

For more details, registration & volunteering opportunity …… Please visit www.pravasachiranjeevi.org

Contact: Srinivas Ravula(972-333-2728 ), Gopi Reddy Chillakuru(214-529-8095), Mukesh Chichula(214-566-6021), Suresh Linganeni(469-274-2740), Srinivas Bhavireddy(972-897-0920), Basvi Reddy Iyuluri(214-597-3356), Nara Vadranam(678-612-6714), Srinivas Manapragada(408-203-8905)

Press Statement- NRIs building bridges for "Chiru" Train- "PRAVASA VAARADHI"- Pravasa Chiranjeevi Organization-USA

2008-05-20T05:35:00.002+05:30

NRIs building bridges for "Chiru" Train
Silicon Valley of California, USA resounded to the thumping footsteps of the PRAVAASA VAARADHI
volunteers participating in the 5 Km Walk-a-thon organized by Pravasa Chiranjeevi Organization on May
17th, 2008. This event, which was officially kicked-off by Megabrother Nagendra Babu through a live video
conference, marked the first ever international SPARC meeting organized in the United States. Pravasa
Varadhi is a movement started by the NRIs that aims to build a bridge to their homeland for creating
social, economic and political awareness for the betterment and development of the people of Andhra
Pradesh.
Pravasa Chiranjeevi Organization conducted over 20 events in various cities and metropolitan areas
through out the United States in various Metropolitan areas in support of Padma Bhushan Dr. Chiranjeevi.
Speaking on this occasion, President of the Organization, Mr. Narsaiah Vadranam said that Pravasa
Chiranjeevi Organization has successfully organized “NRI Maha Yatra”, a march from Tirupathi to
Srikakulam, to raise awareness and gather support among the region to welcome Dr. Chiranjeevi as the
next leader of Andhra Pradesh. Addressing the gathering at Fremont Park Theatre after the Walk-a-thon,
Mr. Nagendra Babu in a live video feed, compared the NRI Maha Yatra to the Dandi March of Mahatma
Gandhi and congratulated the Pravasa Chiranjeevi Organization on its excellent and relentless efforts.
Pravasa Chiranjeevi Organization believes that a strong leader and a moral force like Dr. Chiranjeevi is
necessary to bring about the draconian changes needed to combat the evils such as corruption, poverty,
and illiteracy that are hindering progress to our society today.
Noted NRI educationalists, IT professionals, Doctors, Architects and Planners from different parts of USA
took part in the 5 Kilometer Walk-a-thon taking on the streets of Silicon Valley wearing Pravasa Varadhi
caps and clad in vibrant T-shirts printed with Chiranjeevi’s image. Later the marchers assembled at Park
Theater to participate in the first and official international SPARC Meeting “PRAVASA VAARADHI”.
The members then continued the meeting with open speeches and debates on reforms which were
intended to collect the ideas of all the attendees. The members showed overwhelming support in
choosing Dr. Chiranjeevi as the next apt leader for Andhra Pradesh.
The event also included a screening of a short film “Chiranjeevi: For Change!” which featured the first
ever campaign song for Chiranjeevi. The movie was an indigenous NRI production. The gathering was
inspired and energized by the “Chiru Song 2008” which was composed, written and sung by prominent
NRI Music Director Mr. Sai Manapragada, the son of the famous folk singer JanapadaBrahma Shri.
Manapragada Narasimha Murthy. The Up-and-Coming Actor and Director Mr. Seshu Adivi directed this
short film.
Mr. Kalyan Palla, Northwest Regional Vice President welcomed the marchers and attendees and said
that it gave him immense pleasure to be hosting the first international SPARC meeting. Mr. Srinivasa
Manapragada introduced the panel and said that “today’s youth is looking towards Dr. Chiranjeevi for a
proper moral guidance in shaping a better tomorrow for Andhra Pradesh”. Speaking on the occasion,
Special Invitee, Chairman of Telangana Cultural Organization Mr. Vijay Chava said that he is delighted to
be part of any movement that talks about bringing change. Mr. Biksham coveyed his best wishes to the
Organization. Later, Southwest Regional Vice President Mr. Shekar Seera, National Women Secretary,
Ms. Samata, Midwest Regional Vice President, Mr. Srinivas Lottala, SouthEast Regional Vice President
Mr. Kondapalli Siva, Public Relations In-charge Mr. Srikanth Palivela addressed the gathering. The
founder of ChimataMusic.com Mr. Chimata Srinivas, IT professionals Mr. Venkat, Mr. Bhaskar, and NRI
Film Distributor Mr. Murali were among other prominent speakers who addressed the occasion. Mr.
Srinivasa Manapragada, in his vote-of-thanks, informed Dallas, TX on May 31st, 2008 as venue for the
next event and encouraged everyone to keep up to date with Pravasa Chiranjeevi Organization’s events
by visiting www.pravasachiranjeevi.org and www.chiruasCM.com.

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Srinivasa Manapragada
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PRAVASA CHIRANJEEVI ORGANIZATION
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Press Release: Chiranjeevi 5K Walk-A-Thon in Bay Area, CA

2008-05-12T21:26:00.000+05:30

Chiranjeevi 5K Walk-A-Thon in Bay Area, CA

PRAVASA VAARADHI, our first Walk-A-Thon and SPARC meeting by the Pravasa Chiranjeevi Organization, USA is scheduled on Saturday, May 17th 2008 at 9:00 AM in Fremont, CA in support of Padma Bhushan Dr. Chiranjeevi. Pravasa Chiranjeevi Organization has conducted more then 20 events in USA and also a successful NRI Maha Yatra from Tirupathi to Srikakulam in raising awareness and support for choosing Dr. Chiranjeevi as our Leader for the state of Andhra Pradesh. As we all know the character, determination and the service nature of Padma Bhushan Dr. Chiranjeevi and we want to portrait the need of a great personality and better direction in the form of Dr. Chiranjeevi to raise and develop our state in all respects of the life going forward. So, we invite you all to come and participate in the mega event in Bay Area and make it a grand success.

Click here for free online registration of the event - http://www.pravasachiranjeevi.org/chiru/fremont_event.htm

1. Registration will start at 9 AM on Saturday, May 17^th 2008 at Lake Elizabeth Park, Fremont and T-shirts/Caps will be provided to the participants.

2. Pravasa vaaradhi, the Walk-a-Thon will start at 9:30 AM from Lake Elizabeth Park, Fremont and end at Park Theatre, Fremont.

3. Free breakfast sponsored by DOSA Place will be provided to all the participants at Park theatre (37411 Fremont Blvd, Fremont, CA).

4. Short video of Padma Bhushan Dr. Chiranjeevi and also the past events conducted by Pravasa Chiranjeevi Organization will be screened.

5. Mega brother Mr. Nagababu along with Dr. Mitra garu shall address (Video conference) the gathering and officially kick off the SPARC sessions.

SPARC Sessions would mainly focus on the following topics and the role of Pravasa Chiranjeevi Organization and the support of our NRIs.

1. Best ways for the most utilization of the natural resources and self sustainability.

2. Present Distribution model in all walks of life and how we can minimize the middle man for the betterment of the end customer.

3. More controlled and centralized local bodies for faster decision making and economic development in the state of Andhra Pradesh.

4. Current Education system in the State of AP - Role of NRIs.

5. Social Change and upliftment of Andhra Pradesh.

Pravasa Chiranjeevi Organization, USA welcomes you all along with family and friends to participate in the Walk-A-Thon and the SPARC (Socio-Political Analysis & Research Center) session. Noted NRI educationalists, IT professionals and Doctors from different parts of USA will address the gathering and share their views. Open brainstorming session will be conducted to collect the ideas of all the attendees.

For more details, registration and volunteering opportunity, please visit www.pravasachiranjeevi.org

Contact: Kalyan Palla - (510) 299-0310, Srikanth Palivel - (408) 887-8425, Srinivasa Manapragada - (408) 203-8905

Kantri Movie Banners

2008-05-12T21:18:00.000+05:30

Hi, I have attached the Banners of Kantri Movie that were placed in Tenali.
Thank you. Regards, Srinivas

Photo Feature: Ram Charan and Allu Arjun cheers...

2008-05-10T14:35:00.001+05:30

Chirutha son of Megastar was found cheering the cheer girls! As the dancing girls were rocking the floor and entertaining crowd Tollywood stars Charan and Arjun were found dancing with the girls to catch the attraction of the crowd and media. They came to watch the Twenty-20 match between Deccan chargers and Delhi dare devil on Tuesday night here at Rajiv Gandhi Cricket Stadium.

Other stars watched the match were Nagarjana, Tarun, Srikanath and many other personalities.

'Kantri' Review: An Action-Revenge Entertainer

2008-05-10T14:32:00.000+05:30

Film: Kantri
Banner: Vyjayanthi Movies
Cast: NTR, Hansika Motwani, Tanisha, Prakash Raj, Subba Raju, Raghu Babu, Kota, Ashish Vidyarthi, Apoorva etc
Music: Mani Sharma
Editing: Marthand K Venkatesh
Stunts: Stun Shiva
Cinematography: Sameer Reddy
Story, Screenplay, Dialogue, Direction: Meher Ramesh
Producer: C Ashwini Dutt
Released on: 9th May 2008

This is the first Telugu film for director Meher Ramesh. He had struggled really hard holding four portfolios as director, story writer, screenplay and dialogue writer. He also penned a song in the film and thus played the fifth role as lyricist as well. And for NTR this film is second one after his changed physique. After the socio-fantasy 'Yamadonga' he came up with this action packed revenge formula. After making dud like 'Sainikudu' and average runner like 'Chirutha' Ashwini Dutt came up with this flick. How far all of these marveled with this film? Let us peep into the story.

Story:
An interestingly woven plot, the movie begins with the story of how Pothuraju (Prakash Raj) becomes P R, the international don and is known for his nefarious connections and illegal dealings. He is supported at every step by Seshu (Ashish Vidyarthi) and both of them become kings in their field. On the other hand, there is Kranti (NTR) an orphan who is the life of his orphanage and takes care of all their needs. A deal of PR's gang requires few young men and coincidentally Kantri gets into the loop, he wins the confidence of PR with his fast thinking and becomes a 'Kantri' for the wrong people.

He sees Varalakshmi (Hansika) during one of his activities and falls for her at the first sight. Love happens between them and things life looks much better for Kranthi, but then a small issue becomes big and Kranthi separates from PR's gang and takes money from Das (Sayaji Shinde) to kill PR. Before he gets to kill PR, he is told that PR is actually his father. The hatred becomes attachment and in this process Priya (Tanishaa) daughter of Seshu who comes from New York sees Kranthi and falls in love with him. However, some incidents happen and differences rise between PR and Seshu also.

How Kranthi puts an end to all this and clears the confusion forms the rest of the story.

Performances:
Jr NTR's performance is marvelous in the film. His voice appeared to have gained base better than before. His diction is also maintained in moderate way without big shouts and yells. Thus he was stylized with this film. And the aspect that deserves high encomiums is his dance. Many steps are far better than that of 'nachore' song from Yamadonga.

Hansika is soft and supple for eyes while Tanisha is for glamour quotient on screen. The role of Tanisha is very short and she couldn't make bigger appeal anyway. Hansika has some role to play but majority of her role goes with bubbly acts but no big histrionics.

Prakash Raj, Ashish Vidyarthi and Murali Sharma have added glory for film with their villainy roles. Subba Raju has got some sensible lengthy character in the film. He seems to be a competition for other upcoming and struggling villain Ajay now.

Comedy by Sunil and Brahmanandam is very inferior and artificial. Krishna Bhagawan and Ali could spill laughs in better way.

Music by Mani Sharma is an average show; There are no haunting tunes to take home. The Kantri title song sung by NTR is dominated by sound and music.

Cinematography, choreography and editing are up to perfection and Meher Ramesh's hard work is impressive. He would have worked more on spreading comedy in the film in better way.

Highlights:
There are a few notable things to mention in the film:

Ali's Chinese comedy
Krishna Bhagawan's Singapore comedy
NTR's dialogue on cycle
NTR's dances for two songs and the one with classical touch
Prakash Raj's villainy
And last but not least, dedicating the film to Sobhan Babu.

Analysis:
The film starts with flashback montages along with titles simultaneously. The high-pace action scenes mixed up with a sentiment in disguise makes the film a pleasant entertainer. Had the comedy been added more, the film would have been the best entertainer. Meher Ramesh, the captain of the film struggled really hard and that is seen in many ways.

Climax appeared to have dragged a lot. But there is no way left for the director as he wanted to establish several things and conclude only in the climax. Entire film has maintained enough of interest quotient and necessary twists and turns are incorporated. Climax twist is something interesting and experimenting.

First half of the film is with comedy while the second half is with sentiment and action dose. Although the film appears to be an adoption from other old sentimental-formula films, finally it concludes as revenge plot.

The film is for mass cum class audiences. Technically the film stands on the summit. Leaving the length part and less-comedy part aside, the film is a well-made one.

Cinema Stills 10th Jan 2008

2008-01-10T17:08:00.000+05:30

Chiranjeevi Shouldn't Miss Bus, Sorry The Train!

2008-01-10T16:41:00.000+05:30

Mega Star Chiranjeevi has great fan following in Andhra region and that is known for all. Adding to that he reserves Nizam rights of his films with him as the collections will be very strong. So he has great fan following in Telengana region too. If the things move on according to second SRC, there would be scope for materializing separate Telangana. That becomes a big chance for Chiru to make his hold in both the states!! For that he needs to come into alliance with KCR.

Now the assumptions are making rounds that Chiranjeevi would carry some interesting decisions along with KCR with respect to capturing Telangana region votes in coming elections. On the other hand he has to assemble his team to hit the mission with broader vision. As the elections are coming up in less than 15 months, it is high time for Chiranjeevi to make up his team and work accordingly. Otherwise he may miss the bus, sorry the train as said by Allu Aravind.

Let us see what happens.

'Yama Donga' Getting Dubbed Into Tamil?

2008-01-10T16:40:00.000+05:30

Sourecs say that the film 'Yamadonga' that turned a hit in AP is going to release in Tamilnadu as well as per a gossip. But the Yama sentiment is in big way in Telugu but not in Tamilnadu. NTR is in fact familiar for Tamilians as his film 'Naa Alludu' was released with the title 'Madurai Maappila'. The film was in fact a flop there as well.

Adding to that the funniest part is that the film 'Takkari' is also going to be dubbed into Tamil as per inside sources. It is funny because it was copied from 'Tiruvalaiyadal Arambam', a hit Tamil flick. Nithin is also known for Tamilians with the film 'Kazhugu', a dubbed version of 'Sye'. Now he may be seen again with dubbed Takkari as per grapevine.

We have to see how this dubbings work at Tamil box offices.

Deepika favourite for lead role in 'Robot'

2008-01-10T16:39:00.000+05:30

After a dream debut with Bollywood 'Badshaah' Shah Rukh Khan in 'Om Shanti Om', Deepika Padukone appears set to storm the south with a possible role opposite Tamil superstar Rajinikanth in the big-budget film "Robot".

Padukone's name is "on the top of the list of contenders for heroine" in the Rs 100-crore venture by director Shankar, sources in the film production unit here said.

Shankar, who directed last year's runaway hit "Sivaji - The Boss" also starring Rajinikanth, has already teamed up with the style icon and renowned music composer A R Rehman.

The 22-year-old model-turned-actress has received the Star Screen award for "most promising newcomer" and Stardust "Superstar of Tomorrow"" award.

Going by the mantra that actresses make a dent in Kollywood after starring opposite Rajinikanth or Kamal Hassan, the media began the buzz about Deepika acting in "Robot".

The speculation earlier was that Shah Rukh Khan would play the lead in the the film, to be made in Tamil, Telugu and Hindi, before Shankar succeeded in getting the Tamil matinee idol to agree.

Nostalgic 'Happy Days' number one in Telugu cinema

2008-01-10T16:38:00.000+05:30

Hyderabad (IANS) "Happy Days" continues to be the top film as it completes 100 days - an incredible feat for a film sans stars. The list of top films is pretty much the same as in the last fortnight.

The top five Telugu films are:

1. "Happy Days" - This film is cruising merrily at the box office. Made without any big stars, it has been able to hold its own in the face of star-studded movies like "Thulasi", "Athidhi" and "Don". Sekhar Kammula has spun a good yarn around college life. Simple, heart-warming and nostalgic "Happy Days" is a good trip down memory lane.

The seven new faces and Tamanna, who is the only one to have done movies before, have made their presence felt and are now on their way to getting a foothold in Telugu cinema. The movie has raked in a lot of moolah and ushered in Telugu film industry's corporatisation.

2. "Mantra" - The whodunit film starring Charmee and Sivaji is faring well as far as the revenues go. Although suspense thrillers and murder-mysteries are not common in Telugu films, "Mantra" and "Anasuya" have shown that this genre goes down well with the audience if the film is made well.

3. "Anasuya" - Bhumika Chawla steals the show in the title role in "Anasuya". Playing a TV journo, Bhumika displays good acting skills. She portrays the right kind of emotions in the film. Ravi Babu, who is also the director, is good as the villain. This 'edge-of-the-seat' 'noir'-like thriller directed by Ravi Babu has got critical acclaim (it's technically slick albeit a bit dark in terms of lighting) and is faring well.

4. "Don" - Nagarjuna's only release this year has been at the receiving end in terms of reviews. Reports on the film's performance are not too favourable but Nagarjuna's fans will surely keep it going. Raghava Lawrence wears many hats - as director, actor, choreographer and music composer. Perhaps this was a bit too much on the plate to do full justice. Generally, most star-studded films run for the first few weeks and perhaps the initial curiosity to see it will attract crowds. One has to see how long it runs.

5. "Thulasi" - It continues to be in the reckoning even after it crosses 50 days. Child star Atulith gives an endearing performance despite the large dose of violence. Venkatesh returns to action with the movie, which is filled with commercial elements. A stereotypical story with a lot of violence thrown in with a bit of romance, sentiments and enough songs and dances and a sizzling item number by Shriya seems to have found favour.

Nayantara is paired with Venkatesh and she dons some glamorous outfits in the first half of the movie. She has a fairly substantial role.

'Akash Ganga' closing in on 'Happy Days' on music charts

2008-01-10T16:35:00.002+05:30

Hyderabad (IANS) Mickey Meyer's musical score for "Happy Days" still rocks. The title song tops the charts, like the movie. A song from "Don" is the new entrant to the list.

The top five Telugu songs are:

1. "Happy Days" - Film: "Happy Days" - This title song of has a nice symphonic feel. Mickey Meyer has scored a grand composition.

2. "Akash Ganga" - Film: "Vaana" - Karthik renders this tuneful song composed by Kamalakar. The Kannada touch is quite evident in the song as "Vaana" is the Telugu remake of Kannada film "Mungaru Male". It has a yesteryear feel in terms of melody.

3. "Maha Maha" - Film: "Mantra" - A typical Western techno number with an interesting beat, the song is sung by Madhumita and Noelsen.

4. "Intha Andanga Unnave" - Film: "Don" - Lawrence Raghavendra, who has directed, choreographed and acted in the film, wears the hat of a music director for the first time in "Don". A simple song sung by Harish Raghavendra extolling the beauty of the heroine, it's just an average composition.

5. "Nee Kallathoti" - Film: "Thulasi" - Sagar and Chitra croon this rather melodious number. Set to tune by Devisri Prasad, the song has a slow tempo and a slightly classical feel to it.

Mayawati's Gun Pointed Jayaprada Instead Of Chiru

2008-01-10T16:35:00.001+05:30

Uttar Pradesh chief minister and Bahujan Samaj Party president Mayawati has spoken against film actors and actresses, because she does not know much about the film industry. Uttar Pradesh does not have a film industry of its own. All the films that are screened in Uttar Pradesh are shot in Mumbai. There's no film actor or actress worth his or her name who has settled down in Uttar Pradesh. Though film actor Amitabh Bachchan is from Allahabad, he had left the place long ago. In fact he left the place when he was a child. Moreover, Amitabh Bachchan is very close to Samajwadi Party president and former chief minister of Uttar Pradesh Mulayam Singh Yadav. Incidentally Mulayam Singh Yadav is against Mayawati. So Mayawati has inherent hatred for film actors and actresses built in her.

Neither she nor the BSP requires the support of the film industry to sustain in Uttar Pradesh. The only film industry personality she is fully acquainted with is none other than Andhra Pradesh's Jayaprada. She is now the MP from Uttar Pradesh. But here too, the problem is that Jayaprada is from BSP's enemy Samajwadi Party.

Moreover, Mayawati has no stakes in Andhra Pradesh. Except for a brief political appearance now and then in Hyderabad, Mayawati has no interest in Andhra Pradesh. She came to Hyderabad for the public meeting only to keep her flocks together. She is fully aware that the BSP will never form a government at the Centre on the strength of votes it gets in Andhra Pradesh.

Political observers feel that Mayawati's statement was more directed against Jayaprada rather than Chiranjeevi. For, Jayaprada is a crowd-puller in Uttar Pradesh.

'Happy Days-Part 2' and '6 Teens-2' Registered

2008-01-10T16:34:00.001+05:30

Sekhar Kammula's 'Happy Days' finished its 100 day run and now he is tightening belts to make a sequel to it. He already registered the title 'Happy Days-2' on his Amigos Banner. The interesting aspect is that the sequel phenomenon is going on in good pace in Telugu as well. Although 'Shankardada' series can be termed as sequel, that stands out to be a remade subject. The original Telugu sequel is going to be 'Happy Days'.

And parallel to it, the film '6 Teens' that bagged big success in 1999 is now going to be made as a sequel. The title was registered as 'Bangkok lo 6 Teens-Part 2' on Shantha Lakshmi Creations.

Well, getting inspired by college backdrop themes, a film 'Memu Chaduvukune Rojullo' is also registered on the banner of SV Productions and 'Student Life' on Sudarshanam Productions.

Let us see how many would come up in this genre.

'Dasari Is A Venomous Snake'-Posani! Beware

2008-01-10T16:33:00.000+05:30

Although Posani shouted loud in TV channels about his film 'Apada Mokkulavadu', he bagged more curse than sympathy, say the sources. He dragged Dasari Narayan Rao into this issue and made big news in TV channels. But industry people are saying that Dasari is like a snake!!!!

"Dasari Narayana Rao is like a venomous snake. He is very dangerous. We don't know if Snake really holds 'paga' (wish to take vengeance) but Dasari will certainly take his 'paga' on the people who turn against him. He only looks out for right time. Dasari has been keeping ANR at bay from the past 15 years without talking to him as he talked against him in an occasion. Hence while giving ANR award for Shabana Azmi recently, Dasari called for another attractive meeting for journalists. Obviously media journalists went to Dasari's meeting and didn't cover ANR award function. Dasari's intentions go that way. Posani will certainly eat his cake for keeping a tiff with Dasari", said a film personality in Film Nagar last night.

Let us see if that really turns out to be true.

Movie Schedules & Ticket Info :: Krishna

2008-01-10T11:41:00.001+05:30

Movie Schedules & Ticket Info

	Krishna Banner: Lakshmi Narasimha Visuals Cast: Raviteja, Trisha Music: Chakri Director: V.V.Vinayak Producer: B.Kasiviswanatham Distributed by:Tolly 2 Holly Films Ph: 609-360-0797 Related Links:
Show Dates and Timings


Atlanta, GA Galaxy Peachtree Funplex 8 6135 Peachtree Pkwy Norcross, GA 30092	Sat. Jan. 12^th : 12:30PM,3:30PM,6:30PM,9:30PM Sun. Jan. 13^th : 12:30PM,3:30PM,6:30PM,9:30PM Mon. Jan. 14^th : 3:30 PM, 6:30 PM, 9:30 PM Tue. Jan. 15^th : 3:30 PM, 6:30 PM, 9:30 PM
For Tickets and Info contact Rahul Kumar Phone: 404-395-1318 & Email : N/A

Cary, NC Galaxy Cinema 770 Cary Towne Blvd Cary, NC 27513 Phone: 919-463-9959	Sat. Jan. 12^th : 3:00 PM Sun. Jan. 13^th : 9:30 PM Mon. Jan. 14^th : 7:30 PM
For Tickets and Info contact Siva Allu Phone: 919-434-7467, 919-380-7024 & Email : info@mygalaxycinema.com

Chicago, IL Bloomingdale Court Theatre 324 West Army Trail Road Bloomingdale, IL 60108	Sat. Jan. 12^th : 3:30 PM, 6:30 PM, 9:30 PM Sun. Jan. 13^th : 3:30 PM, 6:30 PM, 9:30 PM
For Tickets and Info contact Naga Seshu/Sriman Phone: 312-354-0766, 410-739-4269 & Email : N/A

Detroit, MI SR Movies Novi Town Center 8 26085 Town Center Dr, Novi Town Center Novi, MI 48375	Sat. Jan. 12^th : 12:00 PM, 3:00 PM, 6:30 PM, 9:30 PM Sun. Jan. 13^th : 12:00 PM, 3:00 PM, 6:30 PM, 9:30 PM Mon. Jan. 14^th : 4:00 PM, 7:30 PM Tue. Jan. 15^th : 4:00 PM, 7:30 PM Wed. Jan. 16^th : 4:00 PM, 7:30 PM
For Tickets and Info contact U.N Rao Phone: 248-346-6772 & Email : nruppalapati@gmail.com

Edison, NJ Moviecity Edison 1655 Oak Tree Rd Edison, NJ 08820	Sat. Jan. 12^th : 12:30 PM, 3:30 PM, 6:30 PM, 9:30 PM Sun. Jan. 13^th : 12:30 PM, 3:30 PM, 6:30 PM, 9:30 PM Mon. Jan. 14^th : 5:00 PM, 8:00 PM Tue. Jan. 15^th : 5:00 PM, 8:00 PM
For Tickets and Info contact Sai Jeedi Phone: 848-565-8709 & Email : N/A

Irving, TX Touring Talkies @ Hollywood Theaters 8505 Walton Blvd Irving, TX 75063 Phone: 972-401-3456	Sat. Jan. 12^th : 2:30 PM, 6:00 PM, 9:30 PM Sun. Jan. 13^th : 2:30 PM, 6:00 PM, 9:30 PM Mon. Jan. 14^th : 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM, 8:00 PM Tue. Jan. 15^th : 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM, 8:00 PM Wed. Jan. 16^th : 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM, 8:00 PM Thu. Jan. 17^th : 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM, 8:00 PM
For Tickets and Info contact Manohar/Mahipal Phone: 214-493-3830 & Email : N/A

Sanjose, CA IMC6 - San Jose 1433 Almeda San Jose, CA 95126 Phone: 408-737-9151	Sat. Jan. 12^th : 1:00 PM, 4:30 PM, 8:00 PM, 11:00 PM Sun. Jan. 13^th : 1:00 PM, 4:30 PM, 8:00 PM Mon. Jan. 14^th : 4:30 PM, 8:00 PM Tue. Jan. 15^th : 4:30 PM, 8:00 PM Wed. Jan. 16^th : 4:30 PM, 8:00 PM Thu. Jan. 17^th : 4:30 PM, 8:00 PM
For Tickets and Info contact Kalyan Palla Phone: 510-299-0310 & Email : N/A

Memphis, TN Forest Hill Cinema 8 3180 Village Shops Drive Germantown, TN 38138	Tue. Jan. 15^th : 7:30 PM
For Tickets and Info contact Rajesh Varma Phone: 901-239-0178 & Email : N/A

Columbus, OH Screens at the Continent Busch Blvd Columbus, OH 6360	Fri. Jan. 18^th : 9:00 PM Sat. Jan. 19^th : 9:00 PM
For Tickets and Info contact Raja Surapaneni Phone: 210-273-7190 & Email : surapanen@hotmail.com

Houston, TX Cinemark Tinseltown 17 5501 South Interstate 35 Austin, TX 78745	Fri. Jan. 18^th : 3:00 PM ,6:00 PM, 9:30 PM Sat. Jan. 19^th : 3:00 PM ,6:00 PM, 9:30 PM Mon. Jan. 21^st : 4:30 PM, 8:00 PM Tue. Jan. 22^nd : 4:30 PM, 8:00 PM Wed. Jan. 23^rd : 4:30 PM, 8:00 PM Thu. Jan. 24^th : 4:30 PM, 8:00 PM
For Tickets and Info contact Maruthi Reddy Phone: 281-236-3645 & Email : N/A

Laguna Hills, CA Laguna Hills Mall Cinema 1340 Laguna Hills LagunaHills, CA 92653 Phone: 949-768-6611	Fri. Jan. 18^th : 9:30 PM
For Tickets and Info contact Kiran Muppavarapu Phone: 848-248-5261 & Email : N/A

Minneapolis , MN Brookdale 8 Cinemas 5810 Shingle Creek Pkwy Brooklyn Center, MN 55430	Fri. Jan. 18^th : 8:30 PM Sat. Jan. 19^th : 2:00 PM, 5:00 PM Sun. Jan. 20^th : 4:30 PM
For Tickets and Info contact Vijay Beeram Phone: 612-636-9349 & Email : N/A

St. Louis, MO Wehrenberg Des Peres 14 Cine 12800 Manchester Rd St. Louis, MO 63131	Fri. Jan. 18^th : 9:00 PM Sat. Jan. 19^th : 3:00 PM, 9:00 PM
For Tickets and Info contact Srini/TJ Phone: 636-346-7301, 314-757-0864 & Email : N/A

Cleveland, OH Parma Theater 5826 Ridge Rd Parma, OH 44129	Sat. Jan. 19^th : 2:00 PM
For Tickets and Info contact Raja Surapaneni Phone: 210-273-7190 & Email : surapanen@hotmail.com

Lakewood, CA Naz 8 Cinema (Artesia) 6440 E. South Street Lakewood, CA 90713 Phone: 562-866-1992	Sat. Jan. 19^th : 1:30 PM
For Tickets and Info contact Kiran Muppavarapu Phone: 848-248-5261 & Email : N/A

Cincinnati, OH Danbarry Cincinnati Mills Theater 601 Cincinnati Mills Drive Cincinnati, OH 45240	Sun. Jan. 20^th : 3:00 PM
For Tickets and Info contact Raja Surapaneni Phone: 210-273-7190 & Email : surapanen@hotmail.com

Dayton, OH Beaver Valley Cinemas 3349 Sea Jay Dr Beavercreek, OH 45430	Sun. Jan. 20^th : 7:00 PM
For Tickets and Info contact Raja Surapaneni Phone: 210-273-7190 & Email : surapanen@hotmail.com

Denver, CO Not Available Call Exhibitor ,	Sun. Jan. 20^th : 4:00 PM
For Tickets and Info contact Prasad Oruganti Phone: 720-208-8587 & Email : cotelugu@hotmail.com

West Hills, CA Laemmle Fallbrook 7 6731 Fallbrook Ave West Hills, CA 91307	Sun. Jan. 20^th : 10:00 AM
For Tickets and Info contact Kiran Muppavarapu Phone: 848-248-5261 & Email : N/A

Tampa, FL Channelside Imax Theatre 615 Channelside Dr Tampa, FL 33602 Phone: 813-221-0700	Sat. Jan. 26^th : 2:00 PM
For Tickets and Info contact Krishna Durba Phone: 703-517-9081 & Email : N/A

Movie Schedules & Ticket Info :: Okka Magaadu

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Movie Schedules & Ticket Info

	Okka Magaadu Banner: Bommarillu Vari Cast: Balakrishna, Simran, Anushka, Priyanka Kothari Music: Manisharma Director: Y.V.S Chowdary Producer: Y.V.S Chowdary Distributed by:Ntertainment Unlimited Ph: 847-452-9654, 224-622-6661 Related Links:
Show Dates and Timings


Atlanta, GA Galaxy International Cinema 5(DTS) 4975 Jimmy Carter Blvd Norcross, GA 30093	Thu. Jan. 10^th : 7:30 PM, 10:30 PM Fri. Jan. 11^th : 4:00 PM, 7:00 PM, 10:00 PM Sat. Jan. 12^th : 4:00 PM, 7:00 PM, 10:00 PM Sun. Jan. 13^th : 4:00 PM, 7:00 PM, 10:00 PM Mon. Jan. 14^th : 7:00 PM, 10:00 PM Tue. Jan. 15^th : 7:00 PM, 10:00 PM Wed. Jan. 16^th : 7:00 PM, 10:00 PM Thu. Jan. 17^th : 7:00 PM, 10:00 PM
For Tickets and Info contact Tarun Kakani Phone: 312-852-5264 & Email : N/A

Dallas, TX FunAsia - Irving 1625 N. Story Rd, # 100 Irving, TX 75061	Thu. Jan. 10^th : 9:30 PM Fri. Jan. 11^th : 7:00 PM, 9:45 PM Sat. Jan. 12^th : 2:30 PM, 6:00 PM, 9:45 PM Sun. Jan. 13^th : 2:30 PM, 6:00 PM, 9:45 PM Mon. Jan. 14^th : 8:00 PM
For Tickets and Info contact Reels Entertainment Phone: 214-207-8208, 832-279-3697 & Email : N/A

Detroit, MI SR Movies Novi Town Center 8 26085 Town Center Dr, Novi Town Center Novi, MI 48375	Thu. Jan. 10^th : 10:00 PM Fri. Jan. 11^th : 6:30 PM, 10:00 PM Sat. Jan. 12^th : 11:45 AM, 3:00 PM, 6:30 PM, 10:00 PM Sun. Jan. 13^th : 11:45 AM, 3:00 PM, 6:30 PM, 10:00 PM Mon. Jan. 14^th : 4:15 PM, 7:45 PM Tue. Jan. 15^th : 4:15 PM, 7:45 PM Wed. Jan. 16^th : 4:15 PM, 7:45 PM Thu. Jan. 17^th : 4:15 PM, 7:45 PM
For Tickets and Info contact Naga Seshu/Sriman Phone: 312-354-0766, 410-739-4269 & Email : N/A

Edison, NJ Moviecity Edison 1655 Oak Tree Rd Edison, NJ 08820	Thu. Jan. 10^th : 7:00 PM, 8:30 PM, 10:00 PM Fri. Jan. 11^th : 7:00 PM, 10:00 PM Sat. Jan. 12^th : 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM, 7:00 PM, 10:00 PM Sun. Jan. 13^th : 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM, 7:00 PM Mon. Jan. 14^th : 8:00 PM Tue. Jan. 15^th : 8:00 PM Wed. Jan. 16^th : 8:00 PM
For Tickets and Info contact Satish Musunuri /Harish Sajja Phone: 678-468-6624, 404-397-9990 & Email : harishsajja1@yahoo.com

Houston, TX FunAsia Bellfort 7703 W. Bellfort Ave Houston, TX 77081	Thu. Jan. 10^th : 8:00 PM
For Tickets and Info contact Hima Bindu/Manga Raju Phone: 713-436-9186, 281-682-3245 & Email : N/A

Minneapolis , MN Brookdale 8 Cinemas 5810 Shingle Creek Pkwy Brooklyn Center, MN 55430	Thu. Jan. 10^th : 8:30 PM Fri. Jan. 11^th : 8:00 PM Sat. Jan. 12^th : 2:00 PM, 5:00 PM
For Tickets and Info contact Sarath Vellanki Phone: 703-593-6786, 612-695-7048 & Email : N/A

Virginia, VA Lohemann's Twin Cinemas 7291 Arlington Blvd Fall Church, VA 22042	Thu. Jan. 10^th : 8:00 PM Fri. Jan. 11^th : 6:00 PM, 9:00 PM Sat. Jan. 12^th : 1:00 PM, 5:00 PM, 9:00 PM Sun. Jan. 13^th : 1:00 PM, 5:00 PM, 9:00 PM Mon. Jan. 14^th : 7:30 PM Tue. Jan. 15^th : 7:30 PM Wed. Jan. 16^th : 7:30 PM Thu. Jan. 17^th : 7:30 PM
For Tickets and Info contact Sunitha Agarwalla/Madhav Phone: 301-518-0425, 202-557-8990 & Email : N/A

Anaheim Hills, CA Cinema City 5635 E. La Palma Ave Anaheim Hills, CA 92807	Fri. Jan. 11^th : 10:00 PM
For Tickets and Info contact Reels Entertainment Phone: 214-207-8208, 832-279-3697 & Email : N/A

Chicago, IL Bloomingdale Court Theatre 324 West Army Trail Road Bloomingdale, IL 60108	Fri. Jan. 11^th : 6:30 PM, 9:45 PM Sat. Jan. 12^th : 11:30 AM, 2:45 PM, 6:00 PM, 9:00 PM Sun. Jan. 13^th : 1:30 PM, 4:30 PM, 8:00 PM Mon. Jan. 14^th : 8:00 PM Tue. Jan. 15^th : 8:00 PM Wed. Jan. 16^th : 8:00 PM
For Tickets and Info contact Vijay/Murthy Phone: 847-346-8424, 224-622-6661 & Email : N/A

Columbus, OH The Screens at the Continent 6360 Busch Blvd Columbus, OH 43229	Fri. Jan. 11^th : 9:00 PM Sat. Jan. 12^th : 9:00 PM
For Tickets and Info contact Raja/Seshu Phone: 210-273-7190, 312-354-0766 & Email : N/A

Dallas, TX Fun Asia - Richardson 1210 E. Belt Line Road Richardson, TX 75081 Phone: 972-889-8000	Fri. Jan. 11^th : 7:00 PM Sun. Jan. 13^th : 2:30 PM, 6:00 PM, 9:45 PM
For Tickets and Info contact Reels Entertainment Phone: 214-207-8208, 832-279-3697 & Email : N/A

Fremont, CA Park Theater 37411 Fremont Blvd Fremont, CA 94536	Fri. Jan. 11^th : 8:00 PM, 11:00 PM Sat. Jan. 12^th : 2:00 PM, 5:00 PM, 8:00 PM,11:00 PM Sun. Jan. 13^th : 2:00 PM, 5:00 PM, 8:00 PM Mon. Jan. 14^th : 8:00 PM Tue. Jan. 15^th : 8:00 PM Wed. Jan. 16^th : 8:00 PM
For Tickets and Info contact Sastry/Ajay Phone: 650-219-2893, 224-595-9619 & Email : N/A

Houston, TX Bollywood Cinema 6 2703 Hwy 6 South & Richmond Houston, TX 77082	Fri. Jan. 11^th : 9:30 PM Sat. Jan. 12^th : 1:30 PM, 5:30 PM, 9:30 PM Mon. Jan. 14^th : 7:30 PM
For Tickets and Info contact Hima Bindu/Manga Raju Phone: 713-436-9186, 281-682-3245 & Email : N/A

Cleveland, OH Parma Theater 5826 Ridge Rd Parma, OH 44129	Sat. Jan. 12^th : 2:00 PM
For Tickets and Info contact Raja/Seshu Phone: 210-273-7190, 312-354-0766 & Email : N/A

Laguna Hills, CA Laguna Hills Mall Cinema 1340 Laguna Hills LagunaHills, CA 92653 Phone: 949-768-6611	Sat. Jan. 12^th : 9:30 PM
For Tickets and Info contact Reels Entertainment Phone: 214-207-8208, 832-279-3697 & Email : N/A

Lakewood, CA Naz 8 Cinema (Artesia) 6440 E. South Street Lakewood, CA 90713 Phone: 562-866-1992	Sat. Jan. 12^th : 4:00 PM
For Tickets and Info contact Reels Entertainment Phone: 214-207-8208, 832-279-3697 & Email : N/A

Cincinnati, OH Danbarry Cincinnati Mills Theater 601 Cincinnati Mills Drive Cincinnati, OH 45240	Sun. Jan. 13^th : 3:00 PM
For Tickets and Info contact Raja/Seshu Phone: 210-273-7190, 312-354-0766 & Email : N/A

Dayton, OH Beaver Valley Cinemas 3349 Sea Jay Dr Beavercreek, OH 45430	Sun. Jan. 13^th : 7:00 PM
For Tickets and Info contact Raja/Seshu Phone: 210-273-7190, 312-354-0766 & Email : N/A

San Antonio, TX North West 14 7600 West Ih 10 San Antonio, TX 78230	Sun. Jan. 13^th : 2:30 PM, 6:00 PM
For Tickets and Info contact Reels Entertainment Phone: 214-207-8208, 832-279-3697 & Email : N/A

West Hills, CA Laemmle Fallbrook 7 6731 Fallbrook Ave West Hills, CA 91307	Sun. Jan. 13^th : 10:00 AM
For Tickets and Info contact Reels Entertainment Phone: 214-207-8208, 832-279-3697 & Email : N/A

Tulsa, OK RiverWalk Movies 600 RiverWalk Terrace Jenks, OK 74037	Thu. Jan. 17^th : 8:00 PM
For Tickets and Info contact Rajeev Phone: 918-327-1210 & Email : N/A

Delaware, DE Cinema Center 3 401 W Main St Newark, DE	Sat. Jan. 26^th : 10:00 PM
For Tickets and Info contact Pavan Kumar Phone: 908-462-2831 & Email : N/A

Movie Schedules & Ticket Info :: Mantra

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Movie Schedules & Ticket Info

	Mantra Banner: Gen Next Movies Cast: Charmi, Sivaji Music: Anand Director: Tulasi ram Producer: Ravi Prakash & Kalyan Ram Distributed by:Vijayanand Movies Ph: 270-779-1542, 602-373-4892 Related Links:
Show Dates and Timings


Boston, MA Studio cinema 376 Trapelo Rd Belmont, MA 02478	Fri. Jan. 11^th : 9:45 PM
For Tickets and Info contact Avinash Phone: 617-543-2918, 469-688-1265 & Email : N/A

Denver, CO Regency Theatres (Tamarac Square)7777 Ease Hampden Ave Denver, CO 80231	Fri. Jan. 11^th : 9:00 PM
For Tickets and Info contact Yugandhar Phone: 303-668-6042 & Email : cinemoonmovies@yahoo.com

Phoenix, AZ Chandler Cinemas 10 2140 N Arizona Ave Chandler, AZ 85706	Fri. Jan. 11^th : 9:00 PM Sat. Jan. 12^th : 2:30 PM, 6:30 PM
For Tickets and Info contact Madhu Rayapati Phone: 270-779-154, 602-373-4892 & Email : madhu@techorbit.com

Omaha, NE West Wood Cinema 2809 South 125th Avenue Omaha, NE 68144	Sat. Jan. 12^th : 9:00 PM
For Tickets and Info contact Prasad/Santosh Phone: 402-639-7232 , 224-595-2028 & Email : N/A

Tampa, FL Channelside Imax Theatre 615 Channelside Dr Tampa, FL 33602 Phone: 813-221-0700	Sat. Jan. 12^th : 2:00 PM
For Tickets and Info contact Kiran Jagilinki/Venkata Mosuganti Phone: 727-488-5379, 727-481-3474 & Email : N/A

Jacksonville, FL San marco Theatre 1996 San Marco Blvd Jacksonville, FL 32256	Sun. Jan. 13^th : 12:30 PM
For Tickets and Info contact Kiran Jagilinki/Venkata Mosuganti Phone: 727-488-5379, 727-481-3474 & Email : N/A

Phoenix, AZ Harkins Christown 1620 W. Montebello Phoenix, AZ 85015	Sun. Jan. 13^th : 6:00 PM
For Tickets and Info contact Madhu Rayapati Phone: 270-779-154, 602-373-4892 & Email : madhu@techorbit.com

Pittsburgh, PA Star City Cinemas 100 Hickory Rd Bridgeville, PA 15017	Sun. Jan. 13^th : 3:00 PM Mon. Jan. 14^th : 3:00 PM
For Tickets and Info contact Bhaskar (PA) Phone: 469-544-678 & Email : N/A

San Diego, CA UltraStar Del Mar Highlands 8 12905 El Camino Real Del Mar, CA 92130	Sun. Jan. 13^th : 3:00 PM
For Tickets and Info contact Vijay Mahtati Phone: 858-336-1246 & Email : N/A

Orlando, FL Colonial Touchstar Cinema 4672 E Colonial Dr Orlando, FL	Fri. Jan. 18^th : 9:30 PM
For Tickets and Info contact Kiran Jagilinki/Venkata Mosuganti Phone: 727-488-5379, 727-481-3474 & Email : N/A

Ft. Lauderdale, FL Deerfield Cinema 2205 W. Hillsboro Blvd Deerfield Beach, FL	Sun. Jan. 20^th : 4:00 PM
For Tickets and Info contact Kiran Jagilinki/Venkata Mosuganti Phone: 727-488-5379, 727-481-3474 & Email : N/A

Atlanta, GA Galaxy Peachtree Funplex 8 6135 Peachtree Pkwy Norcross, GA 30092	Fri. Jan. 25^th : 12:30 PM
For Tickets and Info contact Galaxy Funlplex Phone: 770-448-7002 & Email : N/A

Okka Magaadu premiers in USA from Jan 10

2008-01-10T09:54:00.001+05:30

Okka Magaadu will have premier shows in all major cities on Jan'10th. Please check the timings and make sure you call local exhibitor for updated information. Prints dispatched from India are on their way in flight from Hyderabad to New Jersey, and they will be routed to the respective cities by the first available flight tomorrow Jan 10th.

Bala Krishna's latest venture Okka Magaadu has created lot of hype in the entire world and the talk that is spreading rapidly about the movie is "Picture Perfect". YVS Chowdary handled the story very well and the songs along with mass dialogues are sure going to rock the box office.

Is Chiru ready to pay 50k crores?

2008-01-10T09:53:00.000+05:30

For some weeks mega star Chiranjivi is hitting the headlines of many Telugu dailies. As each day passes by, Chiru's speculated entry into state politics is getting quite intense driving many politicians crazy.

What started as a game of speculation between many local news channels is actually assuming some serious political consideration given the actor's own game of wait and see.

Whether Chiru actually takes the holy plunge into the dirty politics or not it has some how made the winter of deccan plateau quite hot.

Off late, it has been the turn of all and sundry to script their own foreseeable action scenes on the political screen.

Disgruntled congressmen who could not fill enough of their purses in the mega projects the Chief Minister has initiated in the last three and half years of his rule are now trying their mega best to annoy their high command by making the mega star a Chief Minister designate even before he has set his sights on the ballot box.

The plight of telugu tamullu in the Telugu Desam Party is even more pathetic. Confronted with Telangana sentiment, party rank and file all over the state are increasingly getting polarized on the separation issue. Surely, with the possible entry of coastal boy Chiru the shelf life of their party is likely to expire even before the T-State is announced.

The baby elephant in Andhra wished to grow as big as its mom in theUP state, but Chiru's chilipi cum chinna tammudu has played the spoilsport for the mega dreams of the mega sister. behenji Mayawati annoyed with such chilipi tantrums has not spared the rod on her little brothers for playing truant with her. Hence her outburst shunning the naach gaane wale actor brothers as being unfit for public service.

For the lotus party, the waiting in the murky waters seems to be unending saga. The mega star still seems a mystery. However, for TRS chief, it is like waiting to see which side of the bread chiru is going to butter. Left Parties, having been dreaming since a long time for a third front, Chiru own rylu bandi could once again prove just a day dream best left behind.

Having said so much about the established political parties, lets see what it costs the mega star to gain his entry ticket. A political kitten called T G Venkatesh, of rayalaseema iykya vedika, well known for his obsessive opposition to T-State is now demanding from the mega star Chiranjivi to pay a compensation of Rs.Fifty thousand Crores to seema for actively considering joining politics which could potentially break up the united state of Andhra Pradesh.

Star Talk: No politics for Mahesh Babu

2008-01-10T09:49:00.000+05:30

He came into his own with a record-breaking spree with Pokiri. Many trade pundits think he is the superstar in the waiting, after Chiru, as the openings that his releases garner, are next only to the megastar.

So with the elections coming up in a year, when asked about his political inclinations, he denies having anything to do with politics.

"I am very happy doing what I am right now and have no plans to doing anything different. For now I am too focused on my career," says Mahesh.

Reel Talk: Trisha is back with a bang

2008-01-10T09:48:00.000+05:30

Two biggies starring her are releasing on the same day. In Tamil, “Bheema” with Vikram is ready for Pongal, while, in Telugu, “Krishna” with Ravi Teja is also releasing for Sankranthi. It looks lik e 2008 might just be Trisha’s year, as she will have a record eight releases in Tamil and Telugu. She is working almost round-the-clock, shuttling between Chennai and Hyderabad. She is also paying a lot of attention to the characters she portrays and her look in each film.

'Pallikoodam' Tears Flooded In Hyderabad Multiplex

2008-01-10T09:47:00.000+05:30

'Hyderabad Film Festivals' are going on in very active mode and the films are being screened at 5 screens of Prasad's multiplex, Amaravathi Theater and Lalitha Kala Thoranam. Many foreign delegates are making their presence at this festival in good number. The films are getting good response and the most acclaimed film yesterday was the Tamil movie 'Pallikoodam' (means 'school'). Thangar Bachchan directed and acted in this movie and he has come for the screening of the film as well. No one bothered about him initially and he sat silently in a corner of the theatre. Thangar Bachchan looks short, dark and rugged. He speaks only Tamil and hardly knows English. Hence except a few people who accompanied him none tried to approach him at all.

The film started. The movie gained momentum. Entire audience turned pin drop with silence. The people who know Tamil immersed totally. And the remaining people didn't turn their eyes from the sub titles even for a second. The screen pulled the attention of audiences completely. It turned a mass hypnotism. People laughed loudly for humor, wept silently for emotions, shed tears of happiness for watching a wonderful movie in life time. As the titles started rolling at the end of the movie people ran towards Thangar Bachchan for autographs and photographs. A few people tried to hug him as well. Thangar Bachchan pulled the hearts of everyone with his wonderful direction and marvelous on-screen performance.

Telugu people shouted, "Manavaallu chaala nerchukovaali. Edi padithey theeseyyadam kaadu. Pallikoodam andaru Telugu directors ki choopinchaali".

"It's true movie. It runs for a year if releases in Telugu", said another emotional viewer clearing his tears.

When asked if the film is a tragedy looking at the tear shedding audiences they said, "No! It's a wonderful emotional comedy. Our tears are of happiness for watching a great movie. We thank Hyderabad Film Festival people for showing such a great master piece for us".

When greatandhra.com bureau asked Thangar Bachchan about the idea of releasing the film in Telugu he said, "I'm looking out for right producer".

Let us see who bags the offer!!!

Over-Active TV Artiste Made A Photographer

2008-01-10T09:45:00.000+05:30

Hyderabad Film Festivals has turned a hub for many comedy scenes as well. That is not onscreen but off-screen. There is a TV artiste by name Ashok Kumar who is highly renowned for his roles of Narada on small screen. He also acted as Bhatti in the renowned Telugu Doordarshan serial 'Bhatti Vikramarka' long back.

He is known for comedy roles and seldom appears in movies as well with guest appearances.

He made his presence in Film Festivals to impress a few directors who come there and bag a few roles in their coming flick-be it any language. He kept on meeting the directors with a formal shake hand and a smile. No sooner he is starting to talk to them some film buff is giving a camera to him and requesting him to click one. Ashok Kumar appears like Rakesh Roshan with clean shaved shining bald head. He is trying to give build-up as an affluent and busy film actor to directors but the people around him are simply making him a photographer by putting their cameras in his hands. Embarrassed Ashok Kumar has no other way than clicking the cameras. Things are very difficult in film industry to push individually. There must be some people behind to bring in some aura for the aspirant. Ashok Kumar should learn this and bring at least 10 people along with him while getting introduced to any. But poor Ashok Kumar has no such option. One needs delegate pass to step into Film Festivals!! Influence is required to get that.

Carry Amrutanjan While Going To Apadamokkulaadu

2008-01-10T09:43:00.000+05:30

Posani is trying to push his 'Apadamokkulavadu'. The more he is pushing, more the bad name he is bagging. Let us see what the people in Hyderabad talk from theatres.

"Carry Amruthanjan while going to Apadamokkulavadu. The film is unbearable. We came to theaters assuming there is something related to Chiranjeevi. But there is nothing but nonsense. I curse myself by getting carried away by Posani's statement against Dasari last night", says Suresh Kumar, an audience at a theatre in Hyderabad.

"Amruthanjan is not enough. Consuming two pegs would be ideal. Otherwise it is difficult to withstand the hammering", said another viewer standing by the side.

"Entire film industry should make it a point to prevent Posani from making films. He is good dialogue writer in past. But what happened now? I turned his fan after watching 'Pelli Chesukundam'. He penned dialogues for that film. But now he turned sadist. He should retire now or consult at least 100 people before starting work on his script", said another.

That is the feedback Posani is getting for his 'Apadamokkulavadu' after he came out with a controversy by alleging Dasari as the man behind stopping the release of the movie.

Cinema Stills 9th Jan 2008

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Brahmanandam top 11 films

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Brahmanandam declared hi top 11 films in which he played the most memorable characters. Here are the excerpts -

1. Aha Naa Pellanta
2. Vivaha Bhojanambu
3. Chitram Bhalare Vichitram
4. Pattukondi Chooddam
5. Money
6. Anaganaga Oka Roju
7. Anna
8. Amma
9. Bavagaru Bagunnara
10. Manmadhudu
11. Dhee

He is currently writing a book on his films and his characters

Reel Talk: 'Chirutha' Runs to Full House At LKT

2008-01-09T15:52:00.002+05:30

Not just in the regular commercial centers, actor Ram Charan Teja has been able to get a full house at the Lalitha Kala Thoranam (LKT) where his debut film 'Chirutha' was screened as part of the Hyderabad International Film Festival.

Most of the audience was heard appreciating Charan's performance as an actor and he has been successful in coming out of the image of Megastar Chiranjeevi's son and establishes himself as an independent star.

The recent 100 day celebration of the film was held at Vizag which was a successful event.

Charmy's Sexy Body's Weight Is 65 Kgs

2008-01-09T15:52:00.001+05:30

Do you know the weight of Charmy? That is 65 as per a source. That proves to heavy weight to some extent but for Charmy it proved chubby.

A Telugu film magazine revealed this weighing secret of Charmy. It seems that she is now sprucing up her body as she got the tag of Bapu Bomma. Charmy is in an attempt to bring her parts to right shape and avoid the odd-plump-look. She is now concentrating at her abdomen and waist. Well, if she is working out for better health that s fine. But she is perfect as per looks, right!

Charmy! Your hardcore fans say only one thing. "Don't lose your charm by becoming slim. Don't try to step out for liposuction at this juncture. You are perfect in your structure".

Is Charmy listening?

Snippet: Change of Title for Teja's Flick

2008-01-09T15:51:00.000+05:30

Dynamic director Teja who has taken the onus of launching the son of big budget movie maker M S Raju has now changed the title of the film.

The new name for the film is 'Vastaadu Naa Raju' replacing 'Nuvve Naa Hero…Andi O Ammayi', while the official announcement is yet to be made, this looks like the sure one. The film will mark the launch of Sumanth Ashwin into filmdom and the search for the correct heroine is still on.

It is true that that the title 'Nuvve Naa Hero' caught the attention of many. But the straight reason for changing the title is not known. In fact, the title 'Vastaadu Naa Raju' is also an old one conceived by Teja.

Bubbly Raasi Lost Rs 50 Lkah and Acting Again

2008-01-09T15:50:00.000+05:30

Raasi, the actress, lost a whopping Rs 50 lakh investing on a movie 'Maharajasri' that evaporated within days of release. Raasi invested such big sum believing in the talent of her husband SS Nivas.

But things didn't go according to her wishes. The film flopped and Raasi is now bankrupted. She is now getting ready to do any kind of role that suits her body. Raasi had put on lot of weight and now looking obese. She is planning to earn big before she loses scope to act completely. Hence she is trying to recharge her old friends in the industry by making phone calls and visiting in person to find new roles in movies. Had she been with that old voluptuous figure, things would have been different. But now as she turned obese, film makers are also thinking twice to consider her.

Above all, she is no way ready to act for free. Her expectations are big being a former heroine. So we have to see when she earns the figure she is expecting.

Feature: Telugu Man's International Flag For Cinema

2008-01-09T15:49:00.000+05:30

This is not the flag of a single nation but of entire world Cinema. It's designed by N Gopala Krishna, a producer, director and writer and also the present Editor of 'Journal-AP Film Chamber of Commerce'.

Gopalakrishna is better known as 'Lakshmana Rekha' Gopala Krishna. Lakshamana Rekha was the film directed by him which happened to be the first film of Jayasudha.

Coming to the flag, it's a point to feel proud by every Telugu speaking individual first. It was Pingali Venkayya who designed the National Flag of India almost a century ago. Now it is again N Gopala Krishna, a Telugu man, whose flag is in the process of accreditation to hoist on every film theatre, studio and lab in entire world. That sounds to be Herculean but that is what happening behind the screens. Top Tollywood celebrities are now pushing this flag through Hyderabad Film Festivals and we may soon see this as a unique flag for entire Film Fraternity.

Gopalakrishna says: "'Red' stands for production. 'Red' symbolizes dynamism and production requires the same. 'Yellow' stands for friendship and distributors prove successful only with friendly terms between the producers and exhibitors. 'Blue' stands for purity and bliss and that is the epitome of 'exhibition'. And the 'Film Reel In A Spool' at the center stands as a symbol for entire 24 frames of film making".

Let us see when this flag can become universal.

Reel Buzz: Two Hot Ladies With Rajni Kanth

2008-01-09T15:47:00.000+05:30

With the news that the mega project 'Robot' is on, the entire media is abuzz with activity and it is heard that the makers are looking at roping in not one but two heroines for the film and the most likely choices would be the Bollywood beauty Deepika Padukone and our very own South Indian hottie Nayantara.

While the official announcements are yet to be made, this pair looks quite likely to be alongside superstar Rajnikanth who will be the hero of the film. Will have to see how Shankar brings up this brainchild story of his.

On the other hand Rajni Kanth visited Tirumala to seek blessings of Lord Venkateshwara before getting into the actual job of 'Robot'. And it seems that the time started for us to talk about 'Robot'.

Cheap Tricks To Earn Money Using Chiranjeevi

2008-01-09T12:18:00.001+05:30

Posani's cheap tricks are already seen. He has chosen the way to throw cold water on Dasari and push his film 'Apadamokkulavadu' using the power of Chiranjeevi fans. He is indirectly seeking the help of Chiranjeevi fans to pump in oxygen for this flick. He said that he made the film supporting Chiranjeevi's entry into politics and thus thrown a clue for Mega Star's fans to look at his film.

Earlier he cashed 'Operation Duryodhana' by making controversy with respect to Telangana issue. But that was not intentional from his side. The issue broke down with the agitation of Telangana Rashtra Vidyarthi Praishad. As that 'operation' turned successful with that controversy now Posani intended to do controversy by coming on to media against Dasari.

It is indeed true that Dasari objected the release of the film but Posani is using that at right time by coming on to media. Let us see how far Posani cashes with these tricks. Can Posani use Chiru fans for this!

"Posani Krishna Murali is a sadist. He is dangerous in all the ways than being helpful. It's dangerous with him. Chiranjeevi would go to dogs if he encourages making films supporting him. He thinks he supports but that stands out to be venom. This is the worst movie I have ever seen. There is no reference of Chiranjeevi's political entry at all. Two guys chat while reading News Paper and there is a single dialogue in favor of Chiranjeevi in that scene. That's all. Posani is over acting for Chiranjeevi's mileage", says an audience coming out from the theatre.

Swagatham MP3 Songs

2008-01-09T11:50:00.000+05:30

Swagatham

Cast: Jagapathi Babu, Boomika, Anushka
Music : R P Patnaik
Director : Dasaradh

1	Babooji Natho Rara	Download
2	Kotta Kottaga Unnadee	Download
3	Manasa Mounama	Download
4	Okarikokaru	Download
5	Oohala Pate	Download
6	Unnannalu Haayiga	Download

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open in internet explorer and right click on ( MP3 logo) and click on Save Target As...
and select the path on local computer.

Buzz: Chiru's Will be a Family Party!

2008-01-09T11:16:00.000+05:30

Mega star Chiranjeevi's proposed political party will be nothing more than a "dynastic rule" like that of the Telugu Desam and the Congress. There will be no democratic procedures in the film actor's political party as and when it is announced. To begin with, Chiranjeevi's political party will be led by 1) the film actor himself, 2) his younger brothers, 3) his son and above all 4) his brother-on-law. Since all these five people are from the film industry, they all will participate in the election campaign and in public meetings to popularize the new political party, in case it is formed at all.

The top five positions in Chiranjeevi's party will be occupied by himself, his brothers, his son and his brother-in-law. So anyone who wants to occupy an important position in the new political party will have to be contented with positions down No. 5. If Chiranjeevi wants to keep his son away from politics for the time being, then the outsider, who will be the luckiest one, will have to accept the position No. 5.

And this is precisely the reason why Chiranjeevi is not getting the backing he needed from his own caste leaders or from seasoned politicians. They do not want to play second fiddle (in fact it is the fifth fiddle) to Chiranjeevi. Unless Chiranjeevi announces that he will keep his family away from the new political party, in case he chooses to announce one, there will be no political future for the film star's outfit.

People are already fed up with family rule in the Congress and the Telugu Desam. The TRS leadership is also treading the path of the Congress and KCR has brought his son to succeed him.

Film Rumors: Shriya's Dating With Jesse Metcalfe!

2008-01-09T11:15:00.000+05:30

Shriya is really going great guns. After the success of Sivaji, starring opposite Jesse Metcalfe in The Other End Of The Line is quite a leap for her acting career.

But that's not the story. Apparently, the two are not only shooting for the film but bonding extremely well off-screen too.

If sources are to be believed, the couple has been frequently spotted at night clubs and restaurants. Only a few days back, Shriya was stranded at Frankfurt Airport after her flight was cancelled. Metcalfe, who was also in Germany at that time, went to the Frankfurt Airport to meet her and give her company.

More recently, they were spotted together during the New Year's Eve in Goa. A source close to Shriya reveals, "Metcalfe is totally smitten by Shriya. He finds excuses to meet her. Shriya has realised his liking for her."

Shriya clearly loves all the attention. She also accompanies Jesse to various places in the city as he is a newcomer. Another source from the sets of The Other End Of The Line says, "They are extremely fond of each other and are always together on the sets. They are more than just good friends." Shriya remained unavailable for comment.

A light hearted romantic comedy, The Other End Of The Line is being shot in Mumbai, San Francisco and New York and will release later this year. While Shriya Saran, Tara Sharma and Anupam Kher are some of the notable names Jesse is in the company of Larry Miller ( Kiss Kiss Bang Bang ) and Sara Foster ( The Big Bounce ).

Is Censor Board Sleeping for 'Aapada Mokkulavadu'?

2008-01-09T11:14:00.000+05:30

The controversial Posani Krishna Murali's film ' Aapada Mokkulavadu' has released and has caused a terrible experience to the audience. While the film is one bit, the main blame seems to be pointing towards the censor board for letting some of the most vulgar and intolerable screens pass through their certification.

"The hero cutting off the villain's private organ and throwing it in cold storage or the villain taking the heart out of a man using a drilling rod are some such scenes which makes one think how they could imagine the audience would have the heart to watch", says a lady who watched the film as a serendipity.

"Censor board must be sleeping or it might have bribed", said the other after watching the movie.

While films are meant to be more on the entertaining side with decency, it is rather shameful to see something like this happening. Hope the Censor wakes up to this and does something about it.

Screen Buzz: Charmi's ire at photographer!

2008-01-09T11:13:00.000+05:30

Though this time she is back in the news for the wrong reasons. She had come to a multiplex to take part in the ongoing Hyderabad International Film Festival.

Unfortunately things took a rough turn when she got into an altercation with of one of the media photographers who was taking a few snaps of her. However the matter was resolved soon, with the photographer getting back his camera. Bitter side to sweet success, wouldn't you say!

Lagadapati's Fascination For International Cinema

2008-01-09T11:11:00.003+05:30

Lagadapati Sridhar's fascination for English and the people those say about international movies are being discussed in big way in industry circles.

A person close to Sridhar's camp says, "He loves to know about movies-be it English, Russian, Cuban, Serbian or Hawaiian. He keeps on browsing through net to know what's happening in international cinema out of passion. It is said that a person by name Sunil has gone close to him by discussing about international films. Sunil's duty is to know what's happening in international cinema and update Sridhar".

Gossip says that Sunil is being paid well for informing and entertaining Sridhar from time to time with this 'international stuff'. "Yes, if Sridhar likes someone or something he gets that with prompt payment. None can stop him", says the sources!

Lagadapati's Fascination For International Cinema

2008-01-09T11:11:00.002+05:30

Lagadapati Sridhar's fascination for English and the people those say about international movies are being discussed in big way in industry circles.

Did Lawrence's Over-Hyped Statement Come True?

2008-01-09T11:11:00.001+05:30

Lawrence made a statement just before the release of 'Don' answering to a question in a very bold manner. When asked if there is any resemblance between Bollywood 'Don' and Nag's 'Don' he said, "There is no resemblance at all. And all Bollywood producers would make line to get the remake rights of this 'Don'".

That is cinematic to listen. But has that statement come true? We all know that. The film has been suffering loss although the producer ML Kumar Choudary tried to pump oxygen into it. Lawrence kept a silent face now and jumping to Tamilnadu to do a Tamil film. Yes, he is pairing up with hot throb Tamil actress Namitha. She has been called the sex bomb shell of South India. The title of the film is 'Paandi'. There is also another top heroine Sneha in it.

We are yet to be informed if he is trying a hand for music for that film as well. So, it takes time for Lawrence to come back from his home till the completion of his part in that film.

Screen Buzz: Beauty spots of heroines!

2008-01-09T11:09:00.000+05:30

Nobody knows whether he or she is interested to know about the moles on his or her own body, but everybody is definitely interested in knowing the moles on the bodies of their favourite heroines. Perhaps, the better persons to tell about these beauty spots are the make-up men or women.

Want to know about the beauty spots of some glamour girls? Well, here it is: Shriya has a beautiful mole a little below her waist on the left side. Sneha has a big mole at the centre of her neck, which enhances her appeal. Pretty girl Asin as a beautiful small mole on her left cheek; Nayanatara, too, has a small mole on her right toe; Trisha has a lovely looking mole on the upper portion of her chest nearer to her right shoulder; and Namita has a prominently visible mole just above her deep naval!!

Enough? Want more?

Photo Feature: Now Sexy-Then Cute-Who's This?

2008-01-09T11:03:00.000+05:30

The girl is looking very cute and that is a unanimous opinion. Now the grown up girl looks sexy and decent now. She is the heart throb of many youngsters when Murari, Indra and Manmadhudu were released and when the song 'Nuvvu Nuvvu' in Khadgam turned popular. Yes, you got it. She is Sonali Bindre. This photograph was taken when she was 2 years old.

Film Rumors: Is Sumanth Misfit For 'Pourudu'?

2008-01-08T17:10:00.001+05:30

People in the industry have their own doubts about Sumanth playing the lead role in 'Pourudu'. The story line is on par with Mahesh Babu's 'Pokiri', in which the hero is invincible and can make half a dozen people fall with one punch. If Sumanth plays such a role, viewers cannot digest. Sumanth doesn't make conviction with that robust man's image. Most of the times he plays those roles which do sacrifices and slip into melancholy. He draws sympathy with noble deeds. He seldom gets applause for his bravery. The makers of 'Pourudu' too have their apprehensions for Sumanth's image.

Snippet: Jayasudha In 'Mallee Eppudosthaaru'

2008-01-08T17:08:00.000+05:30

Government has been giving Nandi Awards for best dramas from the past few years. That recognition is giving life for many dramas to transform into feature films for better reach to audiences.

Freshly the drama 'Mallee Eppudosthaaru' written by veteran writer CS Rao, which won Golden Nandi award, is going to be made as feature film. B Rama Rao, the producer of Neelakanta's Mister Medhavi has registered the title 'Malle Eppodostharu' and also roped in Jayasudha and Suman to play key roles in it.

Many of CS Rao's dramas were made as feature films and few of them are 'Pranam Khareedu', 'Kukka Katuku Cheppu Debba', 'Oorummadi Bathukulu', 'Taram Marindi', 'Malle Moggalu' and 'Kamalamma Kamatham'.

Ayngaran to produce Shankar's 'Robot' with Rajnikanth

2008-01-08T15:01:00.000+05:30

Tamil media and entertainment company Ayngaran International, which is an Eros International company, has announced the production of Shankar‘s ROBOT, starring superstar Rajnikanth.

After the grand success of SIVAJI, Rajnikanth, director Shankar and music maestro A.R. Rahman are coming together once again in the much anticipated film. Expected to be the grandest film ever to be made in Indian cinema, ROBOT will be produced in Tamil, Hindi, Telugu and other languages.

Box-Office: Same Old Story Continues

2008-01-08T14:58:00.000+05:30

The same old story of thrillers topping the list continues even this week. Let us see the order of films those are making better collections at box office.

1. Mantra:
The film stands on the top with better collections. Although the theaters are not turning housefuls in week days, it is collecting almost 85% with all 4 shows. Charmy's charm pulled the crowds and the quality in the movie did spread positive talk all over. The film sits in position-1 of the toppers list of the week.

2. Anasuya:
The horrified appeal in the movie and Bhoomika's presence turned the vital elements for the success of the movie. It is making better collections and stands as a hit in the career of director-actor Ravi Babu. This crime thriller scores well and stands in position-2 of the toppers list of the week.

3. Don:
The movie is lost but still holding breathe only because of the presence of Nagarjuna. Although the film is made in style it lacked in spirit on a whole. Lawrence's over-action and lack of grip in story line are being discussed as negative aspects of this film. It stands in position-3 of the toppers list of the week.

4. Mee Sreyobhilashi:
The film is pulling class audience to theaters and they are coming up with the expectations by keeping 'Aa Naluguru' as bench mark. But the film is not meeting the expected standards. It sits in position-4 of the toppers list of the week by making just satisfactory collections for the budget it incurred.

5. Happy Days:
The film is still warm despite making 100 days in India shortly. The trendy flick with college background is well-treated in the hands of Sekhar Kammula and the film stood as a success on a whole. The film stands in position-5 of the toppers list of the week and still going ahead with average collections.

Confusion At Hyderabad International Film Festival

2008-01-08T14:57:00.001+05:30

Film festivals are going on in Prasad's Multiplex in grand manner accompanied with many blunders. A daily bulletin is being released in which a brief note about the films those are going to be screened on that day will be printed. S Rama Krishna, Anil Ebkote are the editors of the daily bulletin. The bulletin comprised big blunders and creating confusion for delegates.

The names of directors, language and origin of the film were printed in jumbled manner in the bulletin on 7th of January. Instead of publishing the name of director of the film 'Infinite Justice' as Jamil Dehlavi it was shown Bozidor Nikolic. Instead of conveying a film's origin as Pakistan, it was written 'Serbia'. Such utter confusions in the bulletin are troubling the international delegates.

There is no connection between the column 'Today's Screening Schedule' and the films mentioned with details under the heading 'Today's Highlights'.

No proper check is kept on this and Hyderabad Film Festivals are going on amidst confusion.

Is Item Dancer Going For Breast Reduction?

2008-01-08T14:55:00.000+05:30

This is the gossip that is making rounds in a few segments of Film Nagar. It is known that women in glamour world tend to improve the glory of their feminine assets by artificial means. Rakhi Sawanth and Sushmitha Sen have gone for silicon breast implants and some other heroines have chosen the steroids method to increase the size of their assets.

But here is an item dancer who is planning to reduce the present size of her assets. It is needless to give the clue and the hot top item dancer keeps on revealing the same in every number she acts.

But why is she going for that surgery is not known. Concrete reason is not known so far. But inside sources say that she is undergoing pain due to heaviness!

Bucknor sacked, Harbhajan can play in Perth Test

2008-01-08T14:49:00.000+05:30

Melbourne(IANS) Team India heaved a sigh of relief as controversial West Indies umpire Steve Bucknor will not be officiating while Harbhajan Singh can play in the third Test against Australia in Perth starting Jan 16, the top International Cricket Council (ICC) official announced here Tuesday.

In a hurriedly convened press conference at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), ICC chief executive Malcolm Speed said that Billy Bowden of New Zealand would replace West Indies' Bucknor, an Elite Panel umpire. Pakistan's Asad Rauf will join Bowden in Perth.

Speed said that some people would be unhappy with ICC's decision at India's insistence to remove Bucknor.

"I can understand that people will take that view," he said. "It is an extraordinary set of circumstances and we want to take some of the tension out of the situation."

The move comes a day after the Indian cricket board drew the ICC's attention to the horrendous umpiring mistakes that cost India the Sydney Test Sunday.

Umpiring was one of the two issues India were unhappy with following that match, along with the three-Test suspension imposed on off-spinner Harbhajan.

The off-spinner was Sunday suspended for three Tests after he was found guilty of racially abusing Australia's Andrew Symonds in Sydney by allegedly calling him a "monkey".

India have appealed against the ban, and a fresh hearing is to be held.

But Speed could not say when that hearing would be held. He was hopeful it would occur before the next Test, starting Jan 16.

If the hearing on Harbhajan's ban was not held before the start of the third Test, the Indian off-spinner would be eligible for the match in Perth, Speed said. The ICC chief executive was hopeful India's tour would continue, but could not guarantee that.

Speed said the ICC needed to take a "pragmatic view" towards the issue, and needed to be "flexible" to resolve the crisis.

He was confident Bucknor, 61, would umpire again at Test level. Speed said match referee Ranjan Madugalle, the former Sri Lankan captain, would be appointed as a mediator between the Australian and Indian sides.

Meanwhile, a racism hearing against Australian spinner Brad Hogg will also go ahead, after the Indians alleged he called captain Anil Kumble a "bastard" in Sydney. Hogg's hearing will be held some time before the third Test by match referee Mike Procter.

Speed said Procter and an ICC-appointed code of conduct commissioner would re-hear the Harbhajan case, with the witnesses to be called again.

Cinema Stills 8th Jan 2008

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Nayanatara's Bikini Rs 1,00,000 In Auction

2008-01-08T11:18:00.002+05:30

The hot wave in Tamilnadu is about the auctioin of Nayantara's bikini. The demand for Nayantara is known for all and her latest hot-portrayal in the movie 'Billa' added glory to her sexy-image. Now the producers of that movie are trying cash up to the maximum with that craze.

They have called for auctioning the bikini used by her in the movie 'Billa'. This proves to be the first of its sort in South India to see a heroine's bikini kept for auctioning.

Sources say that that the bikini would bag up to Rs 1 lakh as per expectations. That proves to be really whopping and many other producers also would follow the manner to cash the craze.

Fabulous Book on the Making of 'Sivaji'

2008-01-08T11:18:00.001+05:30

This is good news for all movie buffs. A book on the making of the blockbuster movie 'Sivaji' is just out. The book has been released by superstar Rajnikanth himself. Rajnikanth released the book at a simple function at the Raghavendra Kalyana mandapam, Chennai recently. Journalist Ranimainthan is the author of the book. The book is titled - 'Sivaji- Chinthanai Muthal Celluloid Varai' (Sivaji from thoughts to celluloid).

The author wrote the book after extensive research. He met director Shankar, superstar Rajnikanth and AVM Saravanan as part of his research.

Rajnikanth complimented the author for his painstaking research and hoped that many more books on other films would also come up. The book is also about to get translated into English, Hindi, Telugu and other 12 languages. So, it's again an international market now.

Snippet: Ram Gopal Varma's Debut As Actor

2008-01-08T11:17:00.000+05:30

Ram Gopal Varma is different in acts, thoughts and speech. He has set his own brand in entire India. He is the star film maker with variety in his style. Varma has been on the top even though he makes duds like 'Aag'. His 'Shiva' and 'Rangeela' cannot be forgotten by public. If he can't deliver a hit, he might get to fall back on acting.

Ram Gopal Verma has been approached by Adeep Singh, who once assisted Vidhu Vinod Chopra, to act in a movie about struggling actors. Ramu will play himself in the film titled Mujhe Ramuji Se Milna hain. It would be interesting indeed to see Ramu on screen as an actor.

While the title suggests that Ramu might play very much himself on screen it will be interesting to see the master's expressions and emotions first hand. Good luck for your new debut Ramu !!!

Will Real 'Vaana' Brings Real Cash-Fall

2008-01-08T11:16:00.000+05:30

The big budget movie maker M S Raju who is now making his debut as a director is all set to release his venture 'Vaana' on January 15 th. The film has newcomer Vinay making his debut as the hero flanked by Meera Chopra as the heroine and it is a remake of the Kannada hit 'Mungaru Mali'.

Speaking at a recent press meeting, Paruchuri Venkateswar Rao the script writer mentioned that the movie has come out really well and the highlight would be the rain sequences which have been shot in actual rain at Sakhileshpoor, the highest rainfall recorded region in Karnataka. Let us hope that the rainfall brings in some freshness to this early summer release.

Let that real rainfall in the film bring real cash-fall in producer!

ATA cricket tournament 2008 in Los Angeles

2008-01-08T11:13:00.000+05:30

American Telugu Association (ATA) a non-profit organisation in USA assists and promotes literary, cultural, educational, religious, social, economic, health and community activities of the people of Telugu origin between the United States of America, Canada and India and other countries.

ATA West coast wing, currently being headed by Mr.Natraj Madireddy (local coordinator for California, Arizona & Hawaii region) planned to conduct ATA Roju (ATA Day) on Saturday 23rd February 2008 in Los Angeles CA, as an announcement for the upcoming 10th ATA Conference & Youth Convention that is being held on July 3rd, 4rd & 5th 2008 at Prudential Center, Newark, New Jersey. As part of this ATA roju, various cultural & sports activities are being held to create awareness of ATA's objectives among the Telugu community. The event also puts an overall effort to create awareness of the membership privileges and benefits.

As part of the sports activity, ATA is conducting 'ATA cricket tournament 2008' in Los Angeles on January 2008. All participating teams are requested to contact the following contacts listed below. The tournament registration will be officially closed on January 20th 2008. More details on the tournament format and tournament scheduled DATE will be updated after the registration deadline. The winners will be awarded certificates & trophies on 'ATA roju' by prominent members of ATA and celebrities from USA & INDIA. Entry fee for this tournament is FREE, So please join us for a fun-filled and exciting event.

Contact Info:
Suneel Ralangi - 626 215 2127;sralangi@yahoo.com
Ravikumar Boddu - 818 207 4340;ravikumarqat@gmail.com
Venkant eeramalla - 714 785 5330;eeramalla2000@yahoo.com
YSR - 925 360 1442
Nandu - 377 292 3404
Sujit - 949 874 1001; sujitvadi@gmail.com
Vijaypal Reddy - 973 930 1089;vkesireddy@yahoo.com
Murali Reddy - 616 510 8997 mvramana999@yahoo.com
Goutham Reddy - 818 645 3044;vishalmmx@yahoo.com
Shashidhar Reddy - 818 264 6550
Pradeep V - 949 350 0324

A youth wing for Chiru even before the party!

2008-01-08T11:12:00.000+05:30

"Aloo ledu, choolu ledu, koduku peru Somalingam," goes a Telugu saying. Even before Chiranjeevi formally announced the launch of his political party, some enthusiastic political activists representing various parties have formed into Rashtra Chiranjeevi Yuvata.

The organization got itself registered and the leaders have started bombarding the media offices with statements, criticizing the critics of Chiranjeevi. For instance, the Chiranjeevi Yuvata leaders took strong objection to the comments of Roads and Buildings Minister T Jeevan Reddy against Chiranjeevi's plans to enter politics. In a statement, the organization vice president Sreeramula Suresh, state executive member M Navin Kumar, town unit president G Hari Prasad alleged that the ministers were showing the signs of frustration on the very indications of the proposed entry of Chiranjeevi. They are worried over their fate once Chiranjeevi enters into politics, they alleged. "Politics is not the domain of a few. A will to serve the people is the basic prerequisite in politics", they remarked.

Meanwhile, several leaders are already in the race to join hands with him, with a hope that they would get the party tickets in the next elections.

Several discontented leaders of the main political parties, NRIs and even some officials are making desperate attempts to develop rapport with the actor to test their political fortunes. A few Karimnagar based NRIs who are living in the US also called on the actor recently with an offer to muster support for him overseas.

Telugu Film News 8th Jan 2008

2008-01-08T10:47:00.000+05:30

Director Shoban died of heart attack

Director Shoban is no more. He passed away today due to acute cardiac arrest. While he was narrating a story for his forthcoming film at his residence in Madhapur in Hyderabad, he fell with heart attack. Bhumika and her husband immediately rushed him to the Image hospital but he was dead by then. Shoban directed Mahesh Babu's "Bobby", "Varsham" and "Chanti – The Hero". He also worked with Ram Gopal Varma and Krishnavamsi. He penned dialogues for "Sindhuram" and "Murari". He was survived by wife and two children.

Sankranthi releases spaced out

This Sankranthi is witnessing the release of four Telugu films. However, these four films are spaced out in such a way that there is no clash of release dates. Okka Magaadu, Krishna, Pourudu and Vaana are going to release on 11, 12, 13 and 15 respectively. The first three films are mass films where are Vaana is a young love story. The first three films are straight films where as Vaana is a remake.

Brahmanandam sanmanam spree

It has become a mandatory and an unwritten guideline for all filmmaker to the felicitate Brahmanandam whenever they are going to face to the media. All the Telugu film production companies in which Brahmanandam is currently acting are going to felicitate Brahmanandam whenever they hold a press meet. The unit of Premabhishekam and Nee Sukhame Ne Koruthunna have already felicitated Brahmanandam. MAA team felicitated Brahmanandam when they met to release MAA diary recently. The AP Film Critics Association is also planning to felicitate Brahmanandam tomorrow.

Pawan Kalyan to leave for Bangkok

Pawan Kalyan's "Jalsa" is in the last leg of production with its balance part of the shooting is being done in Shankarapalli village in Hyderabad. Director Trivikram Srinivas is planning to picturise one song in Bangkok. So the unit might leave for the city this month end.

Ravi Teja is ready to shoot for next film

Ravi Teja's "Krishna" is hitting the marquee on January 12th on the occasion of Sankranthi. Director Vinayak who burnt hands last Sankranthi said he made this film in his style. After this release, Ravi Teja will begin for his next film that is to be produced by D Suresh Babu on Suresh Productions banner. The film begins its regular shooting on January 16. Uday Shankar who gave blockbuster "Kalisundam Raa.." is the creator behind this new film.

Anasuya sets new record in satellite rights

Thrillers are setting new records in Tollywood. Charmee's "Mantra" is a big blockbuster. Bhumika's "Anasuya" too is not lagging far behind. "Anasuya" created sensation in the sales of satellite rights. Buzz is that the film was sold for Rs 1.25 Crores which is an unheard figure for a low-budgeted movie that has no salable male star.

Srikanth's Nagaram to release in February

Manisha Koirala is joining the shoot of Srikanth starrer "Nagaram". She is turning as item bomb with this movie although she did special songs in Bollywood earlier. Manisha was paid a bomb for this film by the producers. The shooting begins next week. Director Srinivas informed the media that "Nagaram" gives unique experience to the viewers as Srikanth and Jagapathi Babu are coming together in different roles in the movie. Srikanth does an out and out mass character. Newcomer Kaveri Jha provides enough glamour. Producer told that they are planning to release it in February. Only few songs are in balance and the rest of the picturisation has been completed, he said.

Rajnikanth sings two films at a time

Tamil superstar Rajnikanth officially announced that he would be doing another film for director Shivaji. Rajnikanth signed on Shankar's dream project "Robot" and an official statement was released on Monday in this regard by the producers in Chennai. Shankar plans to make the film simultaneously in Tamil, Hindi, Telugu and possibly English. AR Rahman will be providing the music and it is reported that the budget is about Rs 120 Crores. Shankar plans to start its shooting in August 2008. So before that Rajnikanth wants to do another small film which is to be produced by "Chandramukhi" fame Vasu.

Exclusive NBK's Okka Magaadu Movie Gallery

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NBK's Okka Magaadu

Udaya Bhanu Photo Gallery

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Udaya Bhanu

Udaya Bhanu Seduced Showing Her Sexy Oomph

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Udaya Bhanu is worth enough to do item songs as frequently as possible. She has the necessary oomph factor and lecherous looks to be in tune with item songs, say the people those watched the film 'Apadamokkulavadu'. She danced for the song 'Tiduthondayya Naa Vayasu Thidothondayya' wearing sexiest saris and that turned a treat for mass audiences.

We have to see if the producers and directors consider Udaya Bhanu for item songs from no onwards. She is no way less to routine item dancers and is a very notable face. Above all she is a native Telugu lady who needs push from Tollywood directors.

Let us see if she bags something more down the line.

Unmarried Girls Show Lust For Married Men

2008-01-07T16:09:00.000+05:30

"Unmarried young girls show their lust for married men. Married men look hot for them. Hence they go close to married men very fast". Indeed, we are not saying this. This is the saying of Bollywood actress Amritha Rao who acted with Mahesh Babu in 'Athidhi'.

Actress Amritha Rao seems to be traditional in approach but 'hot and trendy' in outlook and observation. She confirms many things with lot of authenticity. She puts no filter and says her opinions by generalizing.

She also said, "Every girl wishes to end her dating episode with kiss. But men tend to go 'beyond' that. It depends on the girl and also the 'situation' to take decision. It is in fact difficult to end the dating episode with kiss many times".

Is that not a bold talk!!

And saying about herself she says, "If I get attracted to any married man I would certainly control my senses. Who knows? Any other girl may eye on my husband in future. I cannot just imagine that. And another thing to share-I don't know why I tend for old men!"

That's a new angle in Amritha.

Finally she says, "I don't have any boy friend till now. It's really surprising even for me why I didn't have any BF so far. Many girls are finding 'hot' boy friends when they enter 9 th and 10th standards. But I don't know why I don't have one".

Should we believe this? It's at your discretion.

Ravi Babu: 'I Don't Believe In Nativity'

2008-01-07T16:07:00.000+05:30

Ravi Babu is on cloud-9 now. And we all know why. That is for the success of 'Anasuya'. He says that he is feeling like a student who passed out exams with distinction after struggling day and night while preparing.

When questioned about the lack of Telugu nativity in his films he clarified in a detailed manner saying, "What is nativity and where is nativity? The globalization happened long back and now entire globe is with similar features. This is the era of internets and chatting. If you think the green fields and 'parikini-oni' as the elements of nativity they are not seen now. The meaning of 'Nativity' changed a lot now".

That's the clear new wave outlook of Ravi Babu that is making him make films with his own conviction that is deep rooted.

Film Gossip: Pawan Kalyan's Verbal Argument With Ileana

2008-01-07T16:04:00.000+05:30

The Pawan Kalyan starrer 'Jalsa' seems to be going through one bad phase or the other which is delaying its release in many ways. It is now being heard that this time the cause is the heroine of the film Ileana.

Apparently, the star is said to be not reporting for the shoots citing some reasons and it is also learnt that she is currently in Singapore which is leading to the postponement of the schedules. Pawan is said to be very upset about this and is said to have a heated verbal war with Ileana on this.

The film is now scheduled for a release on March 27th. Hence the shooting activities are going on in brisk pace.

Interview with MS Raju

2008-01-07T15:58:00.000+05:30

MS Raju is turning into director with Vaana film which is a remake of Kannada blockbuster Mungara Male. Here are the excerpts -

What is the reason for remaking Mungara Male?
I really loved it though there are a few stale scenes. We added lot of freshness and changed the screenplay to make Vaana.

Mungara Male had tragic ending?
I am not going to reveal the nature of the climax now. But I can say that the ending of the film is going to be a heart touching one.

Why is MS Raju making a remake film with new comers when he has access to all the big stars of Telugu cinema?
I follow my heart. People commented when I was making Devi film with unknown faces. They commented when I gave Varsham project to the director Sobhan who had a flop record. They commented why I was spending so much on Charminar set for Okkadu film. They commented that Siddhardh was looking like a girl in NVNV. All the projects that got criticisms during the making were hits. Likewise, I hope that this film too is being talked about. I invite criticism and take them all in my stride.

What is the reason for having Teja as director for your son's debut film? Your sensibilities are different from that of Teja?
I follow my heart and my gut feelings. I don't do any calculations.

Generally director is the captain of the ship. But you had been the captain of ship for your films?
I do involve in creative aspect of my films. I will be the captain of the ship when I make films with directors like Sobhan and VN Aditya. But when I make films with Kodi, Guna Sekhar and Teja, they are going to be captains of the ship.

Why are you doing remake?
I prefer original films. But Mugara Male is so impressive that I could not resist from remaking it. If you look at Titanic of James Cameroon, he remade it too. And see the results.

What is the budget of Vaana?
I do spend as per the demand of the script. There is no big or small film in my opinion. For example, I wanted the hero introduction to be impressive. Hence we had five sets and Mumbai models for that song. I feel that we should spend money only when it is absolutely necessary. I won't create a slum colony set to make a film when it can actually done in the real slum streets. I did Charminar for Okkadu because it is necessary. I did not have a set of Warangal for Varsham because it was unnecessary.

Tell us about Suman character in this film?
It was a very brave decision to cast Suman in that character. He had never done such kinds of films before. He gave excellent performance in the last 4 reels of the film. He did god roles in Annamayya and Sriramadasu. He also matched Rajnikant with his villainy in Sivaji film. He did extraordinary work in this film.

What is the reason for casting Vinay and Meera Chopra?
The lead roles in this film are driven by characterizations. After watching the film, only characters will be remembered, but not the actors.

We heard that you considered your son Sumanth Ashwin for Vaana film?
Yes. That was true. But later I realized that the hero character should be done by a mature guy, not like a teenage boy like Sumanth Ashwin.

Your previous film Aata got many criticisms?

I feel that we can only make great films once in 3 years. Since we are producing a film every year, we can's expect all the films to be great films. We have to make some run-of-the-mill films. Aata belongs to such a category. It was not a great film, but it was a decent entertainer. It is a standard film, but not a cheap film. I am the first critic of my films. And I invite criticisms for all my films.

This Sankranthi is having four films?
Yes. I want all the films to become hits. Sankranthi season can absorb four hits.

When will your film with Teja go to floors?
Immediately after the release of Vaana film.

Rs 1.25 Cr For 'Anasuya' Satellite Rights

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The satellite rights of the film 'Anasuya' were sold at Rs 1.25 Cr as per the reliable sources. And adding to that the film was sold at Rs 50 lakh for Tamil rights. The total budget incurred on the film making was Rs 1.75 Cr. That way the film cleared the investment with satellite and Tamil dubbing rights. So, whatever is being collected at theaters is the sole income of Suresh Productions.

Ravi Babu made such a hit with this film and it is said that a total of Rs 8 Cr and above was already collected. So, Anasuya stands out to be real success of the season.

That's due to the variety in the film and making it in complete out-of-trend way with crime and thrilling elements.

MS Narayana and AVS Are Far Better

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The people who have watched the film 'Apadamokkulavadu' are saying that Posani Krishna Murali should stop directing movies of this standard or themes.

"MS Narayana and AVS are far better than this Posani Krishna Murali in film direction. I couldn't resist watching the movie. I ran away by interval", said an audience who watched the movie 'Apadamokkulavadu' yesterday evening.

"Wouldn't he watch the film before releasing? Or wouldn't his close fiends advise him to spruce up the film well before bringing it to theaters?" questioned a viewer.

"I wonder if this film was sent to censor. The scenes like cutting down the genitals are very demeaning and horrified", said another viewer at a theater in Hyderabad.

On a whole, the film 'Apadamokkulavadu' is bagging negative talk every where. The film 'Operation Durudhana' ran well as there were no new films at that time. Now big films are coming soon. We have to see how Posani reacts to the situation and pushes his film.

Film Rumors: Prakash Raj With Other Man's Wife!

2008-01-07T10:54:00.000+05:30

The bond between actor Prakash Raj and heroine of yesteryears' is growing stronger. Though they move very closely, their 'affair' has so far been known only to Chennai folks. Now they are making 'It' evident in Hyderabad too. When Prakash Raj had to stay back in Hyderabad for more than a week, the actress too came down to Hyderabad on the pretext of shopping. They had good time all their stay here. Her ailing husband and star director is swallowing his tears in Chennai as per the sources.

Press meet - Vaana

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MS Raju’s directorial debut Vaana will be releasing on 15 January on the eve of Sankranthi. The unit arranged a press meet to share more details about the film. This meet was attended by MS Raju, Paruchuri brothers, Sekhar V Joseph and KV Krishna Reddy.

Okkadu was also released on 15 January - Paruchuri Venkateswara Rao
Speaking on the occasion Paruchuri Venkateswara Rao said, “Vaana audio got amazing response from the public. This year’s Sankranthi is coming on 15th January. We also released Okkadu film on 15 January as Sankranthi fell on that date. Vaana is an extraordinary love story with a feel. We added lot of the humor to Kannada script in order to make the film more entertaining. We shot the most of the film in Shakileshpur which is 5 and half hour journey from Bangalore. That place is known for abundant rain fall. MS Raju is known as Sankranthi Raju and we hope that he will continue that legacy this year too with the stupendous hit of Vaana.”

Climax will make you cry - Paruchuri Gopala Krishna
Paruchuri Gopala Krishna said, “Sirivennela penned fabulous lyrics. Kamalakar scored very good music. There are films like Gharana Mogudu and Assembly Rowdy that were remade in Telugu with lots of betterment. These films were better films than originals. Likewise, Vaana is going to be a better film than Kannada original Mungara Male. MS Raju made sure that the last 40 minutes of the film is emotionally gripping. Climax will make you cry.”

We put our lives at stake for Vaana - MS Raju
MS Raju said, “Lots of people have been asking about my directorial venture for years. During the time of Telugu cinema vajrostavalu, I made a resolution to become a director. I happened to see Mugara Male film in Kannada and immensely liked it. But Nukarapu Surya Prakasa Rao was already having the Telugu remake rights with him. When I asked him the rights, he preferred co-production. I would like to thank him for that. As a director, Vaana is not an easy film to make. We worked really hard and put our blood in Prabhas’s Varsham. We had lots of troubles while making that film. We also had problems in editing room. Vaana is more difficult than Varsham from making perspective. We put our lives at stake to make Vaana. I hope that the movie would become a success.”

I cried while editing this film - KV Krishna Reddy
Editor KV Krishna Reddy said, “I had been editing all films of MS Raju since Manasantha Nuvve. I am amazing at the footage of the film. It did not have any extra shot or wastage. Since MS Raju has tremendous grip in all aspects of filmmaking, he know how much he need to shoot. I don’t get emotional while editing films as we do it from our technical perspective. But I cried for the first time while editing this film. I am sure that this film would be loved by everybody.”

Ramoji Rao Advised Chiranjeevi Not To Start Party

2008-01-07T10:28:00.001+05:30

This is the news from inside sources that Ramoji Rao talked to Chiranjeevi for quite a long time before the demise of Konidela Venkat Rao. He met him to give an advise for not to start party. He explained all ins and outs for Chiranjeevi and elucidated how he loses if he enters politics now. He said it seems that 2009 would be an year for TDP.

He added, "If you start party now, people get confused and Congress takes advantage of that. Congress is trying to color that the fight will be between only Congress and Chiranjeevi and TDP wouldn't be in priority. By this kind of indoctrination Congress would take an advantage. The ultimate loser will be you".

However, Congress people are openly talking about Chiranjeevi and welcoming his entry stating that the loser will be TDP. Majority of Telugu population is holding the same opinion now.

‘It won’t be a cakewalk for Chiru in politics’

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Hyderabad: The Left parties are game to the idea of entry of Chiranjeevi into active politics but refuse to play ball—at least for now—on the likely impact he will create on the political firmament in the state. Both CPM and CPI are of the opinion that it augurs well for the state if more number of parties and players enter the political arena.

However, the leaders of both the parties are not ready to accept that mega star Chiranjeevi - for that matter BSP’s Mayawati - will make inroads into the base of the parties. All they say is people will have a wider choice, and hence they welcome Chiru’s entry. Quoting CPM strongman Prakash Karat, CPM state secretary B V Raghavulu says the next elections will be far more decisive if only the proposed party by Chiranjeevi comes out with a clear-cut ideology, programme and policies.

Refusing to hazard a guess on his party’s stand in case Chiru floats a new party, he said: “It will be premature to comment.” Playing the cards close to his chest, he said the Left parties have always welcomed a third alternative provided the policies and programmes are in tune with the CPM ideology.

“Whatever be the final political scenario, the Left will have a very decisive role to play in the months to come,” he said. The CPM got 1.84 per cent votes in the 2004 assembly elections and won nine out of 14 seats it contested. Joining the issue, CPM floor leader Nomula Narsimhaiah said the Congress due to its anti-poor and anti-farmer policies has landed itself into a difficult situation in this election year. “It will not be a smooth sailing for the Congress this time round,” he says.

Preferring to play it safe, CPI general secretary S Narayana told ‘TOI’ that people were unhappy with the present leadership of the Congress and the TDP, giving rise to the third alternative option. “Though more players — whether it is Chiranjeevi or Mayawati — are welcome, they will not be able to make a dent in the two Left parties,” he admitted.

“We are not expecting any dramatic developments as in 1983 when NTR established TDP and swept to power,” he said. The CPI got 1.55 per cent of the votes in the 2004 poll and won six out of 12 seats it had contested.

The TDP had polled 37.59 per cent as against 38.56 per cent votes received by the Congress. The BSP had polled 1.23 per cent of votes and emerged as the seventh largest party though it had won only one seat, forfeiting in the remaining 159 seats it had contested. However, the BSP had polled more votes.

Photo Feature: Rare Picture Of ANR Breaking Coconut

2008-01-07T10:22:00.000+05:30

Akkineni Nageshwara Rao is known for his atheism. He declares that publicly several times. He never inclines to break the coconut in front of idols. But this is the one and only incident when ANR had broken the coconut. It was during the muhurath shot of 'Prema Nagar'.

January 18 Is Auspicious Day

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Three big-budgeted films - NBK-Gunasekhar combo Sadhu, Venkatesh-Anushka-Priyamani starrer Chintakayala Ravi and Maheshbabu's Mirchi will be launched on January 18, considered an auspicious day. Yogi (of Oka Raju Oka Rani fame) will direct Chintakayala Ravi and Nallamalupu Srinivas will produce it under the banner Lakshmi Narasimha Productions. Sri Durga Arts' Mirchi will be jointly produced by KL Narayana and S. Gopal Reddy, while Jasti Hemambaradara Rao is all set to make his debut as a director with the film. Nayanatara will be paired opposite NBK in Sadhu, which will be produced by Bellamkonda Suresh.

Chitchat with YVS Chowdary

2008-01-06T17:09:00.000+05:30

YVS Chowdary is the man of mass audience and when he directs Bala Krishna, the expectations are unlimited. But YVS is cool like a cucumber even though his latest film Okka Magaadu is releasing with high expectations. The film experts say that Okka Magaadu will surely break the records irrespective of the talk.Here are the excerpts -

Tell us about Okka Magaadu?
When we announced the project on 9 August 2006, the expectations were humongous worldwide. And we are releasing the film on 11 January 2008. I stayed away from the hype associated with the project and done with dedication and determination. I came to the industry because of my addiction to legend NTR. I learnt the good qualities like working hard, dedication and fighting spirit from NTR only.

Okka Magadu is my seventh directorial venture. MM Keeravani composed the Okka Magaadu song in Tirumala guest house for Seetayya film. This song created a history with good beat, nice choreography and colorful picturization. Okka Magaadu song encapsulates all the qualities a girl looks out in a man. We had legend NTR in our mind while penning lyrics.

I had been having a potential story meant for any hero of god worship with me for a long time. And when Keeravani composed that song, I realized that Okka Magaadu is the right title for the script I had worked for. I registered the title immediately after coming to Hyderabad. When I started developing the scripts, I realized that Bala Krishna is the only hero who could do justice.

I met Bala Krishna during the postproduction time of Devadasu and narrated the script. And it excited him very much and he accepted the project. If he rejected this script, I would have put this subject away forever and went on making films with other scripts because this script is made for 'one and only' Bala Krishna." I worked with Bala Krishna as an assistant director for Pattabhishekam. I was the co-director for Aswamedham film. He is undoubtedly the most handsome hero. He has gone the royal lineage of Nandamuri. He has terrific god-worship image among the fans. These three qualities are required for Okka Magaadu film. I will give the total credit of success of Okka Magaadu film for Bala Krisna only. I feel that technicians are always technicians. We used the image of stars like Bala Krishna to enhance our work. Star heroes channelize our work and thought process and carry them to the masses and there by increase the span of longevity of the films.

Bala Krishna is looking very handsome in Okka Magaadu. What is the secret?
That is how I want to see Bala Krishna on screen. Each director has his own mental vision about how he is going to project his hero. For me Bala Krishna should be presented the way I had done in Okka Magaadu. It came from my thought process and imagination.

Do you have any message in this film?
I opine that the films are primarily meant for entertainment. All my films cater to the movie lovers and I am not the kind of guy who feel that movies should give messages. Even if there are any message, I make sure that they are sugar-coated.

Do you think that Okka Magaadu is going to act as catalyst to the entry of Bala Krishna in politics?
I am a passionate filmmaker. I prepare scripts and make films as per scripts. I made Okka Magaadu as per the demand of the script. I did not deviate from it to have any political angle. The entire film of Okka Magaadu is going to be non-controversial. When we make a film of Okka Magaadu stature, we make sure that it caters to all sectors of audiences.

Why did you take so many days to shoot this film?
Though we went to floors in December 2006, we could shot only three songs in the next four months. We started the talkie shoot in April and completed the entire film by December. We shot the film in many locations like Australia, Malaysia, Rayala Seema, Rajahmundry and Hyderabad. We went to USA for 20 days to consult make-up technicians.

You bought a theater in Gudiwada and showing Okka Magaadu as the inaugural film in it. How do you feel about it?
It is one of the most memorable moments in my life. I was the town president of Gudiwada for NTR fans. Films like Kodanveeti Simham and Sardar Papa Rayudu created records when I was the president. I moved to Chennai at the age of 19 and Gopala Krishna theater was constructed after that. Many of Chiranjeevi's films ran for 100 days in Gopala Krishna. I bought that theater and renovated it. It is the first DTS A/C theater in Gudiwada. It is a thrilling moment for me to release Okka Magaadu film in my own theater as an inaugural film.

How is the response for the audio?
The audio of Okka Magaadu has been liked immensely by all sectors of music lovers.

How is the response for Okka Magaadu in overseas?
All the NRI's perceive Okka Magaadu as a Bala Krishna film made by a director who adulates NTR like a God. And I had been crafting my career graphs in a very respectable way with decent hits. I am like Dravid for Indian cricket team with consistent track record. Hence the expectations are high when our combination film was announced. I am very confident that Okka Magaadu will satisfy all the overseas crowds who have tremendous expectations on this film.

Tell us about make-up for the unrevealed character of Bala Krishna in Okka Magaadu?
Eeswar prepared sketches for Bala Krishna and Simran. We went to USA and met Academy award nominated make-up technician. He assisted us in getting the right make-up done. Bala Krishna used to get up at 3:30 and come to the location. It takes around 4 hours to put on the make-up and one hour to take the make-up off. It was very tedious process and Bala Krishna enthusiastically participated in the shooting with make-up.

Do you think Okka Magaadu is going to create records?
Records are meant to be broken and records are not permanent. Records of a blockbuster were decided on day one or in the first week. I am a passionate filmmaker and I made a good film. I want everybody to appreciate it. I don't make films for records. But if Okka Magaadu breaks records I will be very happy because I came from the grassroots level of a fan.

Dasari said in the audio function that there is a caste based message in the film that targets some popular personality. Is it true?
All you guys know me in person. I am not the kind of guy who hurts anybody feelings. I am the one who made the film and I know the dialogues in the film. I can assure that not even a single dialogue in this film is of controversial nature.

If you have to describe Okka Magaadu in one sentence?
Okka Magaadu offers 'South Indian Spicy Meals' to all the audiences.

Tell us about your next film 'Rey' with Ram?
Let the Okka Magaadu release first. I will talk about my next film later.

Related Links

Okka Magaadu
http://indfilmnews.blogspot.com/2007/12/okka-magaadu-mp3-songs-for-download.html

http://indfilmnews.blogspot.com/2007/10/about-balakrishnas-okka-magadu.html

http://indfilmnews.blogspot.com/2007/08/nisha-falls-in-drowse-of-bala-krishna.html

http://indfilmnews.blogspot.com/2007/08/okka-magaadu-shoots-in-talakona.html

http://indfilmnews.blogspot.com/2008/01/okka-magaadubalakrishnaanushkanisha.html

Gallery: Spicy Anuskha and Nisha in Okka Maagadu

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Telugu Film News 6th Jan 2008

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Okka Magaadu to meet censors on 5th Jan

With the post production work being completed, director-producer YVS Choudary will be having his Balakrishna, Anushka and Nisha Kothari starrer ‘Okka Magaadu’ sent for scrutiny to the Censor Board today, 5thJanuary. All set to be released on the 11th of this month, the film promises to show Balakrishna in an all new getup and with an interesting storyline. The film is believed t o begin in the pre independence period and run up to the present generation. The music, by Mani Sharam, was released last week and has received a good response.

NBK cutout found damaged, fans protest

In a repeat of the late December incident, yet another cutout of actor Balakrishna was found damaged, this time in Mamidi Palem village in Prakasam District, on 4th December. The cutout was a part of the advertisings for Balakrishna’s YVS directed Okka Magadu, which is ready for release on the 11th of this month. Angry fans gathered at the site and began protests. Senior members of the Fans Association of Nandamuris announced that a meeting will be held on the 9th of this month to discuss about the happenings and plan future action.

No show for Nagababu’s Aapada Mokkulavaadu

There were was chaos all around when the prints of the actor Nagababu’s much hyped ‘ Apada Mokkulavaadu’ did not reach the theaters and the public was left high and dry. The film that was to be released today, 5th January, was not screened at any of the theaters for the morning show. That was surely not the kind of start that director-producer Posani Krishna Murali wanted for his political drama.

Nithin in Ashok Kumar’s first

Young actor Nithin has apparently given the nod to work in director Ashok Kumar Lalam’s first directorial venture. Ashok Kumar had earlier assissted director Puri Jagannadh in some of the latter’s biggest grossers like Badri, Itlu Sravani Subramanyam, Idiot and Sivamani. The film, touted to be an action packed entertainer, will go on floors from April 2008. Though no name has been announced, it is believed that a leading actress had been approached and the makers are awaiting an answer. Other details of the film will be announced shortly.

Jayaprada is Ramulamma

The very beautiful and versatile Jayaprada, last seen in Balakrishna’s Maharadhi, is making her foray into Bengali films with the remake of actress Vijayshanti’s rustic hit Osey Ramulamma. Jayaprada , apart from starring in the title role, will also be producing this inspiring story of a rural women bravely facing the wrong doings of a village head. The film is currently being shot at Ramoji Film City.

ANR award for Anjali Devi

Veteran actress and producer Anjali Devi will be awarded with the ANR award for 2007.

“It is an honor to felicitate Anjali Devi with the ANR award” Venkat Akkineni said “She is one of the most versatile actress of our industry. She had acted with my father (Akkineni Nageswara Rao) in some of his most memorable films. She will be felicitated with the award on the 13th of January, at Ravindra Bharati”.

“Out of the 254 films that I acted in Anjali Devi was my co star in 50 of them” Actor ANR said “The first two ANR awards were given to national actors like Dev Anand and Shabana Azmi. And this time our Jury members have chosen Anjali Devi”.

Anjali Devi has acted in over 400 films and even produced some of the South Indian Film Industry’s classical films.

Kalyan Ram’s double shades

Actor Nandamuri Kalyan Ram will be a seen portraying a dual role for the first time, in his upcoming home production being directed by Harsha Vardhan. Actress Priyamani will be the leading lady of this Rs 9 crore film that is being produced by Kalyan Ram’s brother Janaki Ram. The shooting of this film, which is said to be named as ‘Okadecchesadu’, is presently taking place at Hyderabad.

Jagapathi Babu’s Swagatham on 24th Jan
Actor Jagapathi Babu will be seen romancing Bhoomika and Anushka in director Dasarath’s upcoming triangular love story Sawgatham. The film is scheduled to be released on the 24th of this month. The film that was shot in a number of varied locales from Rajamundry to New York, is presently in the post production stage and will be wrapped up soon. R.P.Patnaik has scored some very melodious tunes for this family entertainer.

Ajith blessed with a baby girl

Popular Tamil actor Ajith and wife, former child artist Shalini, were blessed with a baby girl on 3rd January. Ajith who had made his debut in films with the hit Telugu movie Prema Pustakam shifted to the Tamil Industry and went on become one of the most popular and successful actors of the Tamil Film industry. Shalini on the other hand, was a very successful child artist and acted with the likes of Chiranjeevi, Shoban Babu and Venkatesh. She later became a leading lady and has hit film including Mani Ratnam’s Sakhi to her credit. Ajit and Shalini met on the sets of their first Tamil movie and the rest as they say is history. Hearty congratulations to the lovely couple.

Pawan caught with BSP leaders

Snap shots of Pawan Kalyan enjoying a good conversation with BSP leaders hit the television screens of TV9 just a couple of days after BSP leader Surya Prakash revealed to the media that the lanky actor had expressed his wish to join the party even if big brother Chiranjeevi did not want to. The photos have apparently been sent by the BSP members them selves after a couple of media reports claimed that the meeting was false news. This latest happening has just added to Pawan’s list of infamous incidents with the media.

Behind The Scene: Pawan case is gone case?

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It looks like the bigamy case of Pawan Kalyan is going to fizzle out, if one looks at the way the court is deferring the case unendingly.

According to the family sources, Pawan Kalyan is buying peace with his first wife Nandini, since the image of the family is at stake in the wake of his brother Chiranjeevi entering the politics. On the other hand, the police report, too, was manipulated to suit the interests of Pawan Kalyan.

If everything works out well, both will agree for divorce and Pawan Kalyan would pay the required alimony to her. That is the reason why both of them did no turn up at the court, citing different reasons.

Screen Buzz: Is Trisha's Name Also Nandini?

2008-01-06T16:19:00.002+05:30

VV Vinayak names his heroine as Nandini in every film. We already said this long back. The name of Keerthi Chawla in 'Adi' is Nandini. The name Nayantara in Yogi is Nandini. The name of Sjriya in Tagore is Nandini. So will Trisha's name in the film 'Krishna' also stands to be 'Nandini'?

The movie is set to release on 12th of this month and the posters are proving to be very promising. The glamour does of Trisha is felt enough and Vinayak says that it is the movie that goes in the backdrop of Vijayawada and Kanakadurga Temple. It's again and action dose in the school of Vinayak. Ravi Teja's portrayal stands strong it seems.

Keeping that everything aside, will Vinayak continue his sentimental name Nandini again? Or will he bring a change? That has to be seen. If he continues, a focus should be kept on real life Nandini in Vinayak's life.