Gunasekhar making over Allu Arjun as Varudu - JustTollywood.com News

Though in next film Arya2, Allu Arjun will be seen in ultra-stylish look, in his Varudu we guess his looks will not be quite modern. The reason is because, the film is directed by Gunasekhar,the maker of blockbusters like Choodalani Undi and Okkadu.
His last film Sainikudu, released more than two years ago, failed miserably at the BO and since then the reticent director has not had a single release. Understandably working with a vengeance, Varudu is said to be a script that has an amazing subject.
Currently, the film's unit, including the hero, is in Alappuzha, a Kerala town known for its scenic beauty. As someone who has the habit of holding something new every time, Guna has roped in Arya, Tamil hero of hits like Pattiyal and Arinthum Ariyaalum, to do a villainous role. Suhasini, Naresh, Asish Vidhyarthi, Sayaji Shinde and Brahmanandam are the other cast.
The film will see plenty of action and emotions, according to the producers of Universal Media (D V V Danayya).

Article Involves:: Allu Arjun, Gunasekhar

Nagarjuna's Rummy in Goa - JustTollywood.com News

Busy launching his son Naga Chaitanya, Akkineni Nagarjuna did not start a new film since King. At last, the wait for his fans is over. On the 10th of October, the Kiran-directed film made by Kamakshi Kala Movies went on floors in Goa.
In a song with some models, the star shook legs in a specially -erected set. A big-budgeted film, the film has Shiyaji Shinde playing an important role. Interestingly, the untitled film has Ankur Vikal of Slum Dog Millionaire playing the bad guy, and also newcomer Linda, an American girl is doing a character.
Brahmanandam' s scenes with Nag and Shinde have been shot in the first schedule. A stylish flick, it has Sandeep Chowtha, Akkineni's best buddy, scoring the music. The film will hopefully be completed in a start-to-finish schedule that will begin in Hyderabad from November 10.
D Sivaprasad Reddy is the producer, while director Kiran is taking care of major departments - story, dialogue and screenplay.

Article Involves:: Naga Chaitanya, Akkineni Nagarjuna, Shiyaji Shinde, Brahmanandam

"Badrinadh" with special effects - JustTollywood.com News

It is known news that “Badrinadh” is the title of the next venture by stylish star Allu Arjun. The story is by Chinni Krishna. Being made under the banner of Geetha Arts, it is being directed by the mass hit movie maker V V Vinayak.
As expected, the movie is being made with a temple backdrop. Meanwhile sources indicate that producer Allu Aravind is planning to make this movie with a huge budget which is expected to be more than that of “Magadheera”.
The movie is also expected to have lot of special effects. Vinayak is on the verge of wrapping up his movie ‘Adurs’. So folks get set for yet another blockbuster.

Article Involves:: Allu Arjun, Chinni Krishna, V V Vinayak, Allu Aravind

Kajal the most popular star - JustTollywood.com News

The awesome beauty Anushka became the most popular actress overnight after the release of “Arundhati”. Another mega budget historical movie seems to have done the same for another actress. This time it is the saucy seductress Kajal Agarwal and the movie is “Magadheera”.
She played the role of Yuvarani Mitravinda and later as Indu. Her sexy looks and her performance had impressed one and all in the movie. Now, she has some promising movies in the list like “Arya 2” and ‘Darling’.
Many say that if Kajal manages to score another hit with one of these, then they say that others like Ileana and Trisha have received some real competition.

Article Involves:: Anushka, Kajal Agarwal, Ileana, Trisha

A female oriented thriller - JustTollywood.com News

The big budget movie maker M S Raju is all set for a female oriented movie this time, as per sources in the film industry. The movie is expected to be a edge of the seat thriller.
Sources indicate that the controversial beauty Nayantara was the original choice of the movie but the decision was changed after the release of “Anjaneyulu”. It has also been gossiped to have the apple pie beauty Hansika as the heroine of the same.Raju’s this venture has been titled “Chandi”. Sources reveal that popular Tamil star Arya will play the villain in this one. Further details about the movie are awaited.

Article Involves:: M S Raju, Nayanatara, Hansika Motwani, Arya

Shraddha is a good singer - JustTollywood.com News

The hot and raunchy sex siren Shraddha Das showcased her hidden talent during an interview that she gave sometime back. She sang two lines from a song from one of her flicks “Adhineta” which bombed at the box office. However, many were impressed by her singing abilities.
She was said to have a good voice and talent for singing. Many well wishers feel that she should get an opportunity to render her voice for some songs. Let us wait and see if she does get an opportunity to prove her other talent as well.Her acting career is just about stabilizing at this moment as she will soon be seen in the new movie ‘Arya 2’ alongside the talented Navadeep.

Article Involves:: Shraddha Das, Navadeep

Gracy Singh in "Rama Rama Krishna Krishna" - JustTollywood.com News

The Bollywood beauty Gracy Singh had touched the hearts of many Indians with her inspired performance in the much acclaimed flick “Lagaan”. The actress did not rise to great popularity but she has done few regional movies.
She is currently busy with the Telugu flick “Rama Rama Krishna Krishna”. According to sources, she is playing the role of Ram’s sister-in-law in the movie. Action king Arjun is playing the role of Ram’s brother.Telugu beauty Bindhu Madhavi is playing the lead heroine in this one being made by Dil Raju. Gracy Singh’s stint in Telugu was “Santosham” with Nagarjuna which was a decent hit.

Article Involves:: Gracy Singh, Ram (I), Arjun, Bindhu Madhavi

Genelia comes to small screen - JustTollywood.com News

Genelia is the next from the tinsel town to step into the television industry. The actress will be soon seen hosting a reality show a popular channel, however in Hindi.“Yes, I am getting ready for the game. TV is totally new to me. The theme is so interesting. Hence I accepted the offer,” says the actress, who is successful in four languages- Tamil, Telugu, Kannada and Hindi.
Revealing her fitness secret, Genelia says, “I am basically an athlete. I was a State level runner and I played for National football team. Hence, I am fit. I don’t stay away from any kind of food. If I like something, I binge onto it. I love biriyani, even if it’s oily,” she says.”
As an actress with experience in four languages, which one do you prefer to act? To this question, the bubbly actress’s answer is: “I enjoy doing films in all languages. Script is the first factor I look into. I don’t mind doing a five-minute role if it’s worth it. Secondly I should have comfort level with director/producer I work with. Language is never the criterion for me.”

Article Involves:: Genelia

Chiru undergoing Ayurvedic treatment - JustTollywood.com News

Praja Rajyam Party chief Chiranjeevi is learnt to be undergoing treatment to some of his ailments like ribs pain. In Kerala, the actor-turned politician will continue to take treatment there under the supervision of trained ayurvedic specialists.
Before he launched his political party, Chiru underwent a surgery in London for acute back pain. This time he has chosen the ancient Indian medical system though. Has the austerity bug smitten him too or he is a new convert to this unique system of medicine?

Article Involves:: Chiranjeevi

Mahesh Babu - Trivikram film on the floors - JustTollywood.com News

The long-awaited film in the combination of Mahesh Babu and Trivikram Srinivas has reached Hyderabad. In a huge set erected at Vikarabad, some scenes are being canned. Arundhathi star Anushka is pairing opposite Mahesh in the film.
According to news reports, Prince is playing a chauffeur in the film and Anushka a rich brat. As the last film of Mahesh and Trivikram, Atadu, was a blockbuster hit, their fans have huge expectations this time around too. The film is being presented by Singanamala Ramesh Babu and is produced under the banner of Kanakaratna Movies.
Prakash Raj and Nasser are also seen in the film. Brahmanandam, Sunil, Venu Madhav, Ali and Dharmavarapu are playing comedians. Sunil Patel of Bollywood is the cinematographer and editing is by Srikar Prasad.

Article Involves:: Mahesh Babu, Trivikram Srinivas, Anushka, Singanamala Rameshbabu,

Allari Naresh in Shambo Siva Shambo - JustTollywood.com News

Playing roles of crucial sidekick in films like Gamyam, Allari Naresh has gained name. He has also won the Nandi Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role in Gamyam recently.Shambo Siva Shambo, the remake of Tamil super hit Nandogial, will see him play a close friend of hero Ravi Teja. This one is yet another performance-oriented role, given threat all the roles in the original were that. Obviously,
Naresh is upbeat about this role and is sure it will bring him greater fame.One hopes that apart from comedy, he is given good roles like these in future as Naresh is someone who can emote well with ease.

Article Involves:: Allari Naresh, Ravi Teja

Gopichand coming as encounter specialist - JustTollywood.com News

There is a halo around encounter specialists these days. After the same was commercially exploited by J D Chakravarthy's Siddham, in which Jagapathi Babu played an encounter specialist, it has become all the more attractive. Top director Puri Jagannadh's next film Golmaal will see the protagonist playing one. And the hero is none other than tough guy Gopichand. The actor has been looking for success for quite some time, as some of his recent films did not fare too well at the box office.With the lank in the able hands of a star director, it seems he will finally get dumb lucky this time.

Article Involves:: J D Chakravarthy, Jagapathi Babu, Puri Jagannadh, Gopichand

Raghu Kunche chosen as Golmaal's music director - JustTollywood.com News

With the success of Bumper Offer's music, Raghu Kunche has become a hot property in Tollywood. And when it comes to the Puri camp, he is the first choice to score music. For his next film Golmaal (starring Gopichand), Puri Jagannadh has chosen Mr. Kunche to compose the music and background score.
It may be remembered that after Itlu Sravani Subramanyam, Chakri was Jagannadh's favourite choice for all his subsequent films - Idiot, Amma Nanna O Tamila Ammayi, Desamuduru and recently Neninthe.But after Kunche lent foot-tapping music for his home production Bumper Offer, which became hummable numbers (Ramanamma), he seems to be the next star musician.

Article Involves:: Raghu Kunche, Puri Jagannadh, Gopichand, Chakri

Rajendra Prasad's next : Gudugudugunjem - JustTollywood.com News

Dr. Rajendra Prasad, who was last seen in the quirky comedy Quick Gun Murugan, is ready with his next comedy film titled Gudugudugunjem. A family entertainer, the makers say it will be a wholesome film from the veteran actor, like his two of earlier ones - Aa Naluguru and Mee Sreyobhilashi.
Unlike Aa.. and Mee.., this film will have loads of fun. Also starring Kasthuri, Sithara Raghubabu and many others, it is a middle-aged love story. Kulashekar, Baskarabhatla, Vishwa are the lyricists and the music will be released on November 14.Veeru has penned the story, and is the director. Brahmanandam and Suman will be seen in small roles.

Article Involves:: Rajendra Prasad, Veeru Dwait,

Tamanna Demanded 1 Crore Rupees ? - JustTollywood.com News

Tamanna - the heroine is familiar with Telugu audiences after the release of Happy Days of Shekar Kammula.Then she worked Konchem Istam Konchem Kastam. She is busy heroine in Kollywood with plenty of films in hand.
The latest news is that Lingaswamy who is to direct Ramcharan’s 4th film is to pair up Tamanna opposite Ramcharan as she is doing the Tamil version of same film.As for filmnagar sources, Tamanna demanded a crore of rupees to act opposite Ramcharan.

Article Involves:: Tamanna, Ram Charan, Sekhar Kammula, Lingaswamy

Manjula looking forward to her second venture - JustTollywood.com News

She is a star daughter who is looking forward to make her own space in the industry, behind the screen. She is none other than Manjula and she is the daughter of superstar Krishna. Manjula has made one movie so far.However her venture 'Kavya’s Diary' flopped and didn’t do much to help her kick start her career. Now she is all set to give it a second try with another movie.
This time she is highly confident since she has two big names joining her. The movie will be directed by classy Goutham Menon and it will star Naga Chaitanya.This will be Chaitanya’s second movie and the shooting has already begun in the US. Good luck for this Manjula!!!

Article Involves:: Manjula Swaroop, Krishna , Gautham Menon , Naga Chaitanya

'Thejam' wraps up censor formalities - JustTollywood.com News

The new movie ‘Thejam’ is currently gearing up to hit the screens and as per the latest reports, it has gone through the censor formalities and has come up with a clean ‘U’ certificate.The film is directed by Rajkumar and it marks the debut of nine heroes and one heroine.
The spicy item song by Bollywood beauty Preeti Jhingiani is the highlight of the film while a special comedy track by Brahmanandam will be another highlight.The film is produced by Rajasekhar and the audio release has already got a good response. The music has been composed by Gana and is likely to hit the screens during second week of November.

Article Involves:: Raj kumar (II), Preethi Jingania, Brahmanandam

Divya Spandana speaks about Charan - JustTollywood.com News

Kannada actress Divya Spandana has made her mark in other industries as well and she was seen in the film ‘Surya s/o Krishnan’. There were strong rumors that she had a romantic relationship with Telugu star Ramcharan Tej. Sources indicate that the two went to the same acting school. In a recent function, she was seated just behind Charan.
When asked about the same, she said that there was no question about their equations since the two are great friends. She wishes that the friendship goes a long way to come.She appreciated Charan and said that she is amazed the way the young hero has transformed as an actor.

Article Involves:: Divya Spandana, Ram Charan

Arya2 hitting the marquee in second week of November - JustTollywood.com News

Following the idiom of Arya, Arya2 has been made entertainingly by Sukumar. Produced under the banner of Adithya Arts, the film stars Allu Arjun and Kajal Agarwal, and Navdeep and Shraddha Das (of Diary fame) also playing intersting roles.
It is not a sequel to Arya but has the character of Arya retaining the peculiarity. If earlier he asked the girl to just feel his love, in this one he believes that even if someone is hating us, there is an intense feel underneath it.Devi Sri Prasad is the musician and the film is produced by Adithya Babu.

Article Involves:: Sukumar, Allu Arjun, Kajal Agarwal, Navadeep, Shraddha Das, Devisri Prasad, Aditya Babu

Ravi Babu's 'Amaravathi' to hit theatres in November - JustTollywood.com News

Ravi Babu of Anasuya and Nacchavule fame has clandestinely made Amaravathi, with Bhumika, Sneha and Tarakaratna in the main roles. Interestingly, he has not let a single still from the film leak to the media. Probably, he wants to add a dash of mystery to his film so it will seem more curious to the audience.
With a hero like Tarakaratna playing a character with negative shades, and two famous actresses, Bhumika and Sneha to be seen together, there are great expectations among fans of Bhumika and Ravi Babu.The trailers of the film are releasing in the theatres showing popular films like Ek Niranjan. Seems that the producers will want to their film to have immense publicity once it releases.

Article Involves:: Ravi Babu, Bhumika , Sneha, Tarakaratna

Intersting role for Genelia D'souza - JustTollywood.com News

Genelia's Bommarillu performance is still fresh in mind. The actress has always yearned for meaningful roles since, and she had approached directors like Neelankanta.However, she has got dumb lucky again, we could believe. She is playing a school teacher in her next film Katha, produced by Just Yellow of Gunnam Gangaraju.
A thriller-cum-love story, it seems that Genelia is playing a performance-oriented role in the film. Woman-significant that Katha is, it is to be seen if she is going to give a hands-up performance like Charmi, who in Just Yellow's earlier production 'Anukokunda Oka Roju', did.

Article Involves:: Genelia, Nalinikanth, Gunnam Gangaraju, Charmi

Nandi Awards 2008 announced - JustTollywood.com News

Nandi Awards's announcement for the year of 2008 has instilled celebrations in the Telugu film industry. The reason being that panellists have given a fillip to offbeat cinema by prizing films like Gamyam and Vinayakudu in prestigious categories.
The selection of Best Actor, Best Actress, Best Direcotr, Best Music Director has also been a reason for cheer. Obviously, the winners are jamborific. It is only a matter of time when the Hon'ble Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, K Rosaiah, hands over the awards to the winners in a function.
Here is the list of winners in various categories.

Category	Winner	Movie/Producer
First Best Feature Film	Gamyam	Saibabu Jagarlamudi
Second Best Feature Film	Vinayakudu	Prem Patra
Third Best Feature Film	Parugu	Dil Raju
Akkineni Award for best home-viewing feature film	Ashta Chemma	Ram Mohan
Best popular feature film providing wholesome entertainment	Ready	Sravanthi Ravi Kishore
Best film on national integration	1940 lo oka gramam	Nandireddy Narasimha Reddy
Second Best Children film	Durgi	PHVSN Babji, P Balachandra Reddy
Second best documentary film	Memu Manushulame	Com of Social Welfare Dept
First best educational film	-	-
Second best educational film	Adavi Naa Thalliro	Alla Rambabu
Best director	Radha Krishna Jagarlamudi	Gamyam
Best Leading Actor	Ravi Teja	Neninthe
Best Leading Actress	Swati	Ashta Chemma
Best supporting actor	Allari Naresh	Gamyam
Best supporting actress	Raksha	Nachavule
Best character actor (gummadi award)	Mukkuraju	1940 lo oka graman
Best comedian actor (allu award)	Brahmanandam	Ready
Best comedian actress	-	-
Best Villain	Sonu Sood	Arundhati
Best Child Actor	Bharat	Ready
Best child actress	Divya Nagesh	Arundhati
Best 1st film director	Sai Kiran Adivi	Vinayakudu
Best screenplay writer	A Karunakaran	Ullasamga Utsahamga
Best story writer	RP Patnaik	Andamaina Manasulo
`Best dialogue writer	Puri Jagan	Neninthe
Best lyric writer	Sirivennela	Enthavarako (Gamyam)
Best cinematographer	Chota K Naidu	Kotha Bangaru Lokam
Best Music director	Micky J Meyer	Kotha Bangaru Lokam
Best Male playback	Shankar Mahadevan	Venkatadri
Best Female playback singer	Geeta Madhuri	Ninne Ninne (Nachavule)
Best editor	Marthand K Venkatesh	Arundhati
Best art director	Ashok	Arundhati
Best Choreographer	Prem Rakshit	Kantri
Best audiographer	Radhakrishna & Madhusudhan Reddy	Arundhati
Best costume designer	Deepa Chandar	Arundhati
Best makeup artiste	Ramesh Mahanti	Arundhati
Best fight master	Ram - Lakshman	Neninthe
Best male dubbing artiste	P Ravi Shankar	Arundhati
Best female dubbing artiste	R Haritha	Nachavule
Best special effects	Rahul Nambiar	Arundhati
Special Jury Award	Anushka	Arundhati
Special Jury Award	Batukamma	Batukamma (P Saraswati)
Special Jury Award	Allu Arjun	Parugu
Special Jury Award	Suseela	1940 lo oka gramam
Best book on Telugu cinema	Arudra Cine Mini kaburlu	Arudra Cine Mini kaburlu (Dr. Ramalakshmi Arudra)
Best film critic on Telugu Cinema	Parcha Sarath Kumar

Gamyam, Vinayakudu and Parugu get Nandi recognition - JustTollywood.com News

The Government of Andhra Pradesh-sponsored Nandi Awards have been declared for the year 2008. Gamyam (directed by Radha Krishna a.k.a. Krish) and Vinayakudu (directed by Sai Kiran Adivi) have bagged the awards for Best Film and second Best Film respectively. With awards going to these two films that were made on a shoestring budget, small filmmakers in the industry must be upbeat.
Gamyam that starred Allari Naresh and Sharwanand in lead roles, was a tale of self-discovery where the rich guy Sharwanand gets to know of the real world outside and gets transformation.A film that sensitively portrayed the emotional journey of one lead when he trudges villages and highways in search of his love life, Gamyam was heart-rending when audience saw Naresh dying in the end.
On the other hand, Vinayakudu is a simple love story based in Cyberabad. Produced by Saritha Patra, the Krishnudu-starrer (who will next be seen in Village Lo Vinayakudu, wrongly touted as a sequel) was a romantic comedy that fared decently at the box-office.The hero here is a fat man who loves a girl but the heroine does not reciprocate until she is attracted to his inner personality one fine day.
As two of films made with distinct subjects get the covetous Nandi, it's a milestone Tollywood will savour for long.However, the biggest surprise was 'Parugu' which has been adjudged third Best Film. The film, directed by Bommarillu Bhaskar had Allu Arjun and Sheela playing the leads, was said to have many scenes that seemed to be a rip off of real life situations in Chiranjeevi's family.
Though it was an average film at the BO and does not boast of much entertainment values either, jurists felt it deserved a Nandi. Well, what can one say at the decision of the eminent panel?

Article Involves:: Jagarlamudi RadhaKrishna (Krish), Saikiran Adavi, Allari Naresh, Sharwanand, Krishnudu, "Bommarillu" Bhaskar , Allu Arjun, Sheela

Ravi Teja teams up with Samuthirakani - JustTollywood.com News

After Tarun, who acted in the bi-lingual 'Nee Manasu Naku Telusa' and Ram Charan who is acting in Magadheera's Tamil version, it is now the turn of Ravi Teja. Yes, he is overwhelmed with a talent called Samuthirakani who directed the super hit film Nandodigal. It is well-known that Ravi Teja is doing the Telugu remake of this tale of friendship, but now the new thing is that the mass actor is keen to work with Samuthirakani, who has also been associated with Ananthapuram 1980 (Subramaniapuram in Tamil).
Tamil audiences should prepare themselves to see Ravi Teja whose sheer energy and verve can do magic on the screen. The actor is also adept at doing emotional roles and his act in Na Autograph (Charan in Tamil) has been much acclaimed critically as well.Hope apna hero makes it big in Kollywood.

Article Involves:: Tarun, Ram Charan, Ravi Teja

Prince and Tennis Princess to be seen together - JustTollywood.com News

Remember a film by name Jagadam in which Ram and her muse fawningly compared each other with Sani Mirza and Mahesh Babu? If we had then wondered whether the two some will make a good pair at all, there is finally an opportunity for us to see them together on the small screen.
AIRCEL, a telecommunication company, has signed superstar Mahesh Babu and Tennis star Sania Mirza as brand ambassadors and the endorsement reportedly runs in crores for each! Sania has been seen in many ads in the past,Telugu actor Mahesh famous endorsement so far is Thums Up.Mahesh behave rocked. The only Tollywood star (well, probably) who has been signed for a second product, Mahesh is an actor who is hardly 15 films old. His film 'Pokiri' has been remade in Hindi as 'Wanted: Dead or Alive'. After his 2007 film 'Athidhi' bombed at the BO, there has been no offering from him as yet.

Article Involves:: Ram (I), Mahesh Babu,

Magadheera's Sunday collections for flood-affected - JustTollywood.com News

Tollywood-wallah's have been greatly devastated by the plight of the poor villagers and farmers in flood-affected districts of Kurnool, Krishna and Mahaboobnagar.First, it was individual contributions from stars like Jr. NTR, Charan, and now then came the decision of Movie Artists' Association to hold a Star night(November 7th) in the city for raising huge funds.
Now, Allu Aravind of Geetha Arts has declared that the collections of his magnum opus Magadheera on this Sunday (October 25), will be proceeded towards helping the flood-affected.Now who can't call this a kind gesture. It is to be remembered that Chiranjeevi and his family members were objects of ire of Mohan Babu who controversially said that the family was not one with the film industry even when it came to coming to the assistance of flood victims.
With Charan announcing a help of Rs. 20 lakhs and Aravind making this new gesture, Mohan Babu must be feeling sorry for what he has said before the media.

Article Involves:: N T Rama Rao jr, Ram Charan, Allu Aravind, Chiranjeevi, Manchu Mohan Babu

Sindhu Thulani to marry Surendar ? - JustTollywood.com News

Sindhu Thulani is a rare actress who got lucky with her roles in films like 'Sullan' and 'Manmadhan' in Tamil and 'Aithe' and 'Athanokkade' in Telugu. Though, we haven't seen her since super flop 'Pothe Poni', Tamil audiences get to see her once in a blue moon. Having done different roles and bold scenes, Sindhu strikes a chord with her fans.
However, here is another news from her. She may probably bid aideu to films as marriage is on the anvil. And here fiancee is Surendar Reddy, the Kick-director, who also directed her in Athanokkade.Not yet declared formally, industry sources say that the announcement has been long overdue and that close aides of these two film personalities are eager to make it public as soon as possible.

Article Involves:: Sindhu Thulani, Surender Reddy

Balakrishna with three heroines - JustTollywood.com News

Telugu star Balakrishna is currently busy with the flick titled 'Simha' which was launched recently. The movie will be directed by popular director Boyapati Sreenu. Meanwhile another highlight of the movie is that three heroines are going to be part of this venture. Voluptuous beauty Namitha is expected to be the glam doll in this one.
On other hand, the Bollywood beauty Minissha Lambha is said to be playing an important role. However the surprise is that Nayantara will be seen in saris and salwars in this movie.Looks like Nayan has left the glam game to the others as she was stating in one of her interviews recently.

Article Involves:: Nandamuri Bala Krishna, Boyapati Srinu, Namitha, Minisha Lamba, Nayanatara

Another one joins the race to the top - JustTollywood.com News

The fight for the number one position is not prominent among heroes in Tollywood. Many of them have their own loyal fan following who swear by their names.However in an industry there has to be a number one and at least some sections of the media will not fail to measure the same. Two heroes have dominated the industry so far.
They are young tiger Jr. NTR who has ruled the masses and Mahesh Babu who has ruled the classes. Now there is a third hero in the reckoning and he is none other than Ramcharan Teja.Though he is just two movies old, many feel that he has the potential to make it to the top. Only time will tell who can take the throne of Tollywood.

Article Involves:: N T Rama Rao jr, Mahesh Babu, Ram Charan

Siddharth to work on his physique - JustTollywood.com News

According to sources Siddharth is all set to work on his physique. The reason is that he is going to act in an action movie which is similar to the Hindi flick “Lakshya”.This film expected to be an action thriller will be directed by Allari Ravibabu. Siddharth is expected to sport a six-pack body for the same.
Meanwhile he has also consented to do a socio-fantasy flick under ABODE banner. This flick will be produced by famous director K Raghavendra Rao and directed by his son Kovelamudi Prakash while the leading lady happens to be the sensuous Shruti hassan.Sources indicate that Sidz will hire Aamir Khan’s trainer for his physique.

Article Involves:: Siddharth, Ravi Babu, K Raghavendra Rao, K Prakash Rao, Shruthi Hassan

Raasi keen to produce a movie - JustTollywood.com News

Actress Raasi had been in her peak during the 90s. However the actress went into oblivion later and was not seen for a long time. The actress did make her comeback though as a producer. However the movie failed miserably which brought in lot of debt for the actress as per sources. But then, the actress does not seem to have given up and wants to prove a point.
According to sources, she has acquired another good script from a local writer and is in search for a financial source.Sources indicate that recently she met a producer who recommended her to some friends that he knows. Only time will tell whether Raasi will be successful in her efforts or not.

Article Involves:: Raasi

A dream that has remained unfulfilled for Rahman - JustTollywood.com News

AR. Rahman has accomplished a lot as a musician in his 17-year career thus far but he has one dream unfulfilled. “I am a great fan of ace director K. Viswanath and wanted to work with him. Since he has stopped making films, my dream could not materialise, Rahman said when asked about his unfulfilled dream. Rahman was in Hyderabad on October 12 to attend a function and also announce his live concert slated for October 24 at the GMR Arena. Viswanath is known for making classics like Sankarabharanam, Sagar Sangamam, Swatimutyam (Easwar in Hindi) and Swarnakamalam that glorified Indian art forms and traditions.Sankarabharanam, the story of a classical musician, won many national awards for the music score composed by the legendary K. V. Mahadevan.
Rahman wanted to compose music on the lines of Sankarabharanam and wanted Viswanath to make yet another film on Indian classical music. Viswanath, however, turned down the proposal saying there were no takers for his kind of films anymore. “That was eight years ago and the project never materialised. Since, then I have moved to other things” Rahman told reporters.
Would he still like to do a classical music score? “Hopefully so”, Rahman replied. Being a composer, singer and performer, which role was he comfortable in, Rahman was asked. “It’s the uncomfortableness in you that helps do things better. The more discomforted you are, the more you push yourself,” he replied.
The Oscar-winner has just completed music production for a romantic comedy Couples Retreat in Hollywood. He is working on Vinnaithandi Varuvaya in Tamil and Puli and another untitled film (starring Naga Chaitanya) in Telugu.

Article Involves:: A R Rahman, K Viswanath

Varun and Tamanna to weave magic again - JustTollywood.com News

The milk white beauty Tamanna is currently ruling the roost in Tollywood and Kollywood with a string of hits to her name. The actress has already paired up with some of the big names in young brigade.Meanwhile the team of Varun Sandesh and Tamanna has been a popular one. The two became hot with 'Happy Days' which highlighted their good onscreen chemistry.
Now the two are said to be back with another love story to be made by none other than Sukumar. Sukumar, who is currently giving his finishing touches for 'Arya 2' is all set to kick off his next venture soon. Let us hope the hot pair weaves its magic yet again.

Article Involves:: Tamanna, Varun Sandesh, Sukumar

Mumaith Khan's take on double roles - JustTollywood.com News

Mumaith Khan is one of the most sought after item girls of Telugu cinema. She has done some great numbers even in other languages. Meanwhile she is all set to make her first leading appearance in a Tamil movie. Moreover it is double bonanza for Tamil audiences since she is all set for a dual role in the movie.
Recently sharing her thoughts, Mumaith said that though she is excited about her role, doing a dual role was indeed difficult. Though this is a remake of Telugu flick 'Punnami Nagu' which was a failure, let us hope, her Tamil stint is successful.Meanwhile sources indicate that Karunas and Aditya are playing the lead in this one.

Article Involves:: Mumaith Khan

Sheela admits about NTR junior - JustTollywood.com News

The dusky seductress Sheela is slowly growing in stature in the Telugu industry. The actress who started her cinema career right after school has worked with some of the top heroes in town. She has shared screen space with Allu Arjun, Ram and NTR among others. She was recently sharing her thoughts about her career and her co-stars.
She said that NTR is a fabulous dancer. However he seems to have made it easy for her to match his steps since he is a complete professional. She added that NTR has been giving her useful tips to fine tune herself in the industry and has indeed become her favorite actor. Both of them are working together for the movie tentatively titled ‘Adurs’.

Article Involves:: Sheela , N T Rama Rao jr, Allu Arjun, Ram (I)

Happy Birthday Prabhas!!! - JustTollywood.com News

He is known as the young rebel star of the Telugu circuit and soon he is likely to inherit the tag of ‘Rebel Star’ as well. He is none other than Prabhas and today happens to be his birthday.
Having made his presence felt with high voltage roles in movies like ‘Varsham’ ‘Chatrapathi’, Prabhas has been defined as the perfect fit for a hero – tall, handsome, rugged and macho. With his razor sharp eyes, broad muscular frame, girls go weak on their knees and have sweat in their palms. Aiming to reach the top league of stars with few more blockbusters, Prabhas has it all to make it big. JustTollywood wishes the young rebel star a very happy birthday and loads of success.

Article Involves:: Prabhas

Jr NTR gets better than before - JustTollywood.com News

Young tiger Jr. NTR has some of the most loyal fans in the industry. He has wooed many audiences with his dance moves and his action sequences. However the young tiger met with an accident during the election campaign and injured his back. This led to speculations that he would not be able to perform like before.
He has recovered and is making his comeback with the movie tentatively titled ‘Adurs’.Sources reveal that his performance and dance moves is not only good but even better than before. With this flick being directed by VV Vinayak, he is all set to rest any speculation about his abilities.

Article Involves:: N T RamaRao, V V Vinayak

Shraddha hopes to be numero uno - JustTollywood.com News

The rat race in the industry is evident even though many claim that they are not part of the race. However the latest sensation Shraddha Das is being honest about it. She made her debut with “Siddhu from Srikakulam” and made an impact in the industry. Now she is busy with “Arya 2” which is an important project in her hand apart from other ventures.
She was recently sharing her thoughts recently and said that she would dedicate herself to any field that she works in. she added that she would try hard to be number one in the industry. She is hopeful that some day she will rule the industry and be number one. Good luck for that Shraddha!!!

Article Involves:: Shraddha Das

Charmi opposite Mammootty - JustTollywood.com News

Charmi had a disastrous opening in her debut film in Malayalam. Her ‘Kaattuchembakam’ directed by Vinayan was such a big flop that the actress instantly decided to concentrate on other south Indian languages.Anyhow, she seems to be in the right side of her career in Malayalam now with continuous good projects and banners coming her way.
The actress who is presently acting with Dileep in ‘Aagathan’ is now fixed as the heroine to mega star Mammootty for the new movie directed by Shaji Kailas. Tentatively titled as ‘Droner’, the movie will also have another heroine. Droner is expected to start it shoot by the fourth of this November at Ottapalam. Scripted by A K Sajan, the movie produced by M Mani will be a thriller.

Article Involves:: Charmi, Mammootty

Rajini blessed by Sri Dayananda Saraswati! - JustTollywood.com News

The latest religious news from the campus of our Superstar Rajinikanth is that he got blessings from Swami Sri Dayananda Saraswati. The 80th birthday of Swamiji was celebrated in Chennai’s Kamaraj Arangam on October 20th evening. The function witnessed a lot of stars and celebrities from all over the state to greet the spiritual leader.
This event was organized by Dharma Rakshana Samithi and was lead by industrialist Pollachi N. Mahalingam. Central Minister Jagathratchagan was at the function and shared few words - “Swami used to say often that scholars should be like sun. Particularly Swamiji’s Bhagavath Geetha elucidation motivates and show people the good way.”
Among the others who spoke on Swamiji, our Superstar and his wife Latha Rajinikanth also shared their views on the religious teacher’s social and religious services. The gentleman who always insists Rajini to join Politics, Ch Ramaswamy, was also present for the function. Rajinikanth took blessings from Swamiji on both times, while entering and leaving the function.

Article Involves:: Rajinikanth

Selva, Andrea and Swathi together again - JustTollywood.com News

Even as rumour mills working overtime claiming that the ‘relationship’ between Selvaraghavan and Andrea is on rocks, the filmmaker has roped in the actress for his forthcoming venture, starring Vikram in the lead role. Sources in the know say that ‘Ananthapuram 1980’ fame Swathi and Andrea will be the heroines of the yet to be titled movie, produced by S Ramesh Babu for Kanakaratna Movies.
Says Ramesh Babu, a noted producer in Tollywood who had produced Tamil films including ‘Pokiri’, “It was my desire to do a movie with Vikram, known for doing varied roles and Selvaraghavan, famous for his daring themes.” Ismail Darbar, who scored music for Hindi hit ‘Devadas’ is making his debut in Tamil with the movie.
The other credits are Ramji (cinematography) and Kola Baskar (editing). The shooting for the movie began at Ladakh recently. Andrea is one of the heroines of Selvaraghavan’s ‘Aayirathil Oruvan’ which would see the light of the day soon, while Swathi played Trisha's sister in super hit ‘Adavari Matalaku Ardhale Verule’, directed by Selvaraghavan before

Article Involves:: K Selvaraghavan, Andrea, Vikram, Colours Swathi

Magadheera to slug it out with Vijay and Ajith's films this Pongal - JustTollywood.com News

The Rajamouli - directed Magadheera, which created a history in Box-Office collections in Telugu, will see its Tamil version release very soon.After news came that some portions in the first half will be re shot with Tej and a Kollywood comedian, its materialization seemed all the more true.
The film has not even reached the 100-day mark in Telugu, but plans for a dubbed version have seen good progress in recent days. Though we have to wait and watch how the film will fare in Tamil Nadu, Ram Charan Tej must be having his fingers crossed over the project. Made on a mammoth budget by Geetha Arts, the film helped Charan to catapult himself to starry orbit. It has been a long time since we last heard a Telugu hero eager to make a mark with a new audience, and Charan has to be appreciated for the audacity he is showing though the young actor is just two films old.
Discerning that Tamil audience are, Charan stands a good chance to be accepted there with this love story with histrionically backdrop, because action-based films are enjoying good currency there. Moreover, the kind of lavishness and grandeur Magadheera boasts of is something no Tamil film has had in the past. The challenge the producers are certain to face is that of bringing nativity in script and screenplay.
If only the film gets acceptance in Tamil Nadu, the Hindi remake will get a great fillip. But the film is going to face competition from two big releases when it finally releases on Pongal day. One is Ajith-starrer Asal and a Vijay film.One wishes Charan all success!

Article Involves:: S S Rajamouli, Ram Charan, Ajith

Sun Pictures to foray into Tollywood - JustTollywood.com News

When it comes to entertaining its target group of TV audience or radio listeners, Sun Network is a nonpareil. Branching out into production of films, Sun Pictures initially planned to make a big ticket entry into South Indian film by making at least 10 films at a single go.
However, news of its foray into Tollywood is still more curious. No sooner has Ram Charan Tej's new film with Bhaskar been officially announced, gossip mills have begun saying that this film that is coming up with an interesting subject that cine goers of all age groups will like, is the one Sun Pictures is thinking of taking over.Untitled as yet, the Anjana Productions film that will sell hugely given the fact that Charan is a star now, will also be released in Tamil! Said to be planned as a bi-lingual, the big-budget love story might also be shot in Tamil if the plans of Sun take shape.
We know that Tamil star Vijay's prestigious Vettaikaran's distribution rights have been acquired by Sun TV. As a film production company that has made its ambitions very clear, Sun Pictures is expected to give stiff competition to big banners of Telugu industry too.Filmmakers will be more than willing to associate with Sun obviously because their films will get unprecedented publicity in channels owned by Sun TV Network.

Article Involves:: Ram Charan, "Bommarillu" Bhaskar

'Mouna Raagam' in the offing - JustTollywood.com News

Attempts to bring family audience to theatres are increasing by the day. Yet another film with Tanish has been launched which is understood to be a family entertainer. To be directed by debut ante Vijay Balaji, the film has actress Madhurima playing female lead.Story spun around relationships between family members as per the makers, Mounaragam is all set to release on October 27.
From veterans Chandra Mohan to Rama Prabha, the film sees large array of comedians, comediennes and more. As the hero persists to be in the good books of everyone, two girls enter his life (apart from Madhurima, Suhasini is the other heroine).SA Rajkumar's melodious numbers have slowly grown on music lovers already. Ali, AVS, Dharmavarapu and Jeeva will also be seen as sidekicks.

Article Involves:: Tanish, Vijay Balaji, Madhurima , Chandra Mohan, Rama Prabha, Suhasini (I), S A Rajkumar, Ali, A V S, Dharmavarapu Subramanyam, Jeeva

Strength of narrative attracts Aswini Dutt - JustTollywood.com News

A new film by Prakash, a software engineer trained in New York Film Institute, has been launched with Navdeep, Kajal, Bindu Madhavi and Nikhil in the lead roles. Prakash's unique narrative reportedly spell binded ace producer Ashwini Dutt (of Vyjayanthi Movies) who gave a green signal to the project.
Three Angels, owned by Dutt's daughter, which recently produced Banam, is the banner under which this film titled Om Shanthi is going to be canned from first week of November.Pretty girls Kajal Agarwal and Bindu Madhavi will be seen opposite Navdeep and Nikhil.
Navdeep, who hasn't had a single hit, is expected to become a name after Arya2's release (the young lad is playing an interesting role in the Allu Arjun-starrer).Nikhil Siddharth of Happy Days too didn't strike gold since his debut film. Seems that Om Shanthi is a film that is coming with the weight of its story and script than names.

Article Involves:: Ashwini Dutt, Prakash (V), Navadeep, Kajal Agarwal, Bindhu Madhavi , Nikhil Siddharth

Tanisha goes to Hollywood - JustTollywood.com News

Bollywood actress Tanisha Mukherjee, who had acted in the 'Neevalle Neevalle', is all set to feature in a movie produced by a US studio. Reports say that Tanisha is in Los Angeles for the last few weeks preparing for the shoot.If sources are to be believed, the actress, accompanied by her sister Kajol, met a couple of producers in Los Angles earlier this year, where they saw her previous work and agreed to rope in for their projects.
“She is playing an Indian girl who's recently relocated to the US and how she comes to terms with the clash in culture. She is happy to be the part of the project,” sources were quoted as saying.It is also said that the actress is presently staying in LA with a friend and will only return once the shoot is complete. “She plans to extend her stay there if required, but as of now she's gone for a couple of months.”

Article Involves:: Tanisha Mukherjee

Prakash Raj receives National Award - JustTollywood.com News

South Indian cinema’s favourite villain Prakash Raj on Wednesday received a National Award from President of India Pratibha Patil for Priyadarshan’s ‘Kanchivaram’.The awardees who were present to receive the honour included director Priyadarshan, director of `Kanchivaram'(Tamil), which won the best direction award, Shankar Mahadevan, who won the best playback male singer award and Shreya Ghosal, who won the best female singer award among others.
The President also awarded the Dadasaheb Phalke award to legendary singer Manna Dey. The 90-year-old singer got a standing ovation when he came onstage to receive the highest honour in Indian cinema. “I feel overwhelmed,” he told reporters later. Shankar Mahadevan and Shreya Ghoshal sang their award-winning songs. This is Ghoshal’s third award after ‘Devdas’ and ‘Paheli’. “I feel honoured. I am thankful to those who have given me such good songs,” she said.
In her address, Pratibha Patil said, "Cinema should not only be a source of popular entertainment for families and individuals, but also a vehicle of social change.'' Describing cinema as India's soft power, she said that more needed to be done to create social change through films.
“I think my highest payment in my career, which I have received, is for ‘Kanchivaram’ and that is the National Award," Prakash Raj said. The actor, who played a poor silk weaver in the film, said he was floored by the script the moment he heard it.

Article Involves:: Prakash Raj, Shreya Ghoshal

Ram Gopal Varma finds Paritala's wife - JustTollywood.com News

The eccentric genius Ram Gopal Varma has got into full flow of his ambitious project 'Rakta Charitra' which is being made as a trilingual.As all are aware, this is based on the life of the slain leader Paritala Ravi and now there is news that Ramu has managed to find the right girl to play Paritala Suneeta, wife of Ravi.
Her name is Radhika Apte and she is a noted name in the Mumbai circuit. Recently, the stills of Radhika were released to the media and though there are no facial resemblances to the real Suneeta, members say that she is a highly talented actress with beauty.The film is being produced by Madhu Manthena and Sheetal Talwar.

Radhika Apte Photo Gallery

Article Involves:: Ram Gopal Varma, Radhika Apte, Madhu Mantena , S D Lal

'Sye Aata' to revolve around reality shows - JustTollywood.com News

The charming beauty Charmi has wooed her audience with her performance and with her glamour factor. The actress is known for her oomph factor as well and can make many men go weak on their knees.However the actress seems to be all set to appear in a different kind of movie. This flick titled 'Sye Aata' is expected to be a musical entertainer.
Sources indicate that the movie will be based on reality shows and the competition that is involved. The man known for his fiery eyes, Ajay is supposedly playing the lead in this flick.Meanwhile sources indicate that the music of Devisri Prasad will be released soon.

Article Involves:: Charmi, Devisri Prasad, Ajay

Bindu to shoot for 'Shoot' - JustTollywood.com News

The authentic Telugu beauty Bindu Madhavi made her mark in Telugu industry with her role in 'Avakaya Biryani'.She is currently gearing up to arrive with the new movie ‘Bumper Offer’ and it is also heard that she is shooting for 'Rama Rama Krishna Krishna' which is being directed by Srivas.
This flick is being produced by Dil Raju and stars handsome Ram in the lead.According to sources, Priya Anand is also playing the heroine along with Bindu in this one. Action king of Tamil cinema, Arjun too is playing an important role. Music is by M M Keeravani.Meanwhile according to reports, Bindu has bagged another role and this too has been differently titled 'Shoot'.

Article Involves:: Bindhu Madhavi , Srivas, Dil Raju, Ram (I), Priya Anandh, Arjun

Malavika makes her comeback - JustTollywood.com News

Malavika is a popular actress in the southern industry with her glam roles and her oomph factor. Though she has not done many Telugu movies, she has proved to be a sexy bombshell.The actress one of favorites among the masses got married and settled in her marital life. She stayed away from cinema due to pregnancy and child birth.
Now, according to sources, she is making her comeback with a Tamil movie. Even though she recently delivered a baby, the actress seems to be in good shape and looks as hot as ever.Meanwhile her fans in the Telugu industry are hoping she makes her comeback in Telugu as well.

Article Involves:: Malavika