So when are you directing, Rana? - JustTollywood.com News

Not many know that Daggubati Rana's biggest wish is to direct movies. Many years back, in a TV interview, his grand father D Ramanaidu revealed the desire of his grand son Rana. We never heard back from either Rana's grand father or his father Suresh. The lad started an animation company and even worked for some films like Parugu in the meanwhile. But he was always behind the limelight and never yearned for media attention.
Everything changed for him when he was signed by Shekhar Kammula for his concept Leader. Long time associate Shekhar found Rana apt for the role and it was how the media-shy Rana burst open. Since, he has given some interviews in the media; but he says that he will be seen more once Leader hits the marquee (the film is releasing on December 24 and will clash with titans like Adurs and Rummy).
If the film becomes a hit, will Rana want to be seen more as an actor or will he want to turn director? Or, will he continue with acting like Siddhartha, who also ambitions direction, until time warrants him to direct?

Daggubati Rana Photo Gallery

Article Involves:: Daggubati Rana, D Rama Naidu, Daggubati Suresh Babu , Sekhar Kammula, Siddharth

RGV on why Raktha Charitra is going to be a milestone in his career - JustTollywood.com News

Ram Gopal Varma's blood-soaked saga of Raktha Charitra's, based on the life of Paritala Ravi, a TDP politico and naxalite at one point of his life, is creating waves even before its release. Least did we imagine that RGV views it as the most significant project of his life! (It's not Ram) The maverick, who hails from Andhra Pradesh, thought it fit to alter the way he makes films and understands life, with Raktha Charitra. A legend that has blood on it, RC is the perfect subject for this exciting talent to reinvent himself.
And we believe that his resuscitation is imminent. In a letter to the media, he explained what went behind composing the script of Raktha.. . "I became a journalist. I became a detective. I became a psychologist," he writes. In his drive to hear the "narratives and experiences" of the former acolytes of Paritala and his beet noire Suri (who is alleged to have conspired the former's assassination and who is currently incarcerated), he was able to detachedly take stock of the real motives and factors behind events that happened in Ravi's life.
To the question whether Raktha... is a real story, RGV says yes. RGV sensationally claims that the film is going to redefine not just his career, but is going to bring newness to his life. The kind of research he has undertaken, which helped him gain a definite perspective of many issues, for this movie, has altered his ideas.
Raktha Charitra will also be special, according to Varma, for coming up with detailed characters that are caught in the torrent because of the people they meet, the events that behold them and the situations they are buffeted by. It's going to be refreshing, because of its subject matter and premise, is what RGV believes and proclaims. We will, he predicts, start talking about pre-Raktha RGV and post-Raktha RGV.

Raktha Charitra Movie Photo Gallery

Article Involves:: Ram Gopal Varma

Miles to go, says Kamal - JustTollywood.com News

His achievements are gigantic. Yet his words are humble. He is Kamal Hassan, who was honored with a lifetime achievement award by the Rotary Club of Madras on Tuesday.Answering to a set of questions from the members of Rotary, the versatile actor said, “I might have completed 50 years in cinema. But I feel that I have to achieve a lot. Learning in cinema is a never ending process.”
I am scared of the word genius, the ‘Lokanayakudu’ said and added: “When mediocrity is set as the standard then the ordinary becomes acceptable and anything more is considered genius.” “That is what I think when people call me a genius. I believe in excellence. My predecessors have shown me the way and I am merely following them,” Kamal said.
“My fan club’s social service activities have been inspired by organizations like the Rotary Club. I will do everything I can to retain the applause and respect that you have endowed on me,” he concluded. Rotarian and actor Mohan Raman presented a short AV hailing Kamal as a ‘Dasavatharam’ who had intrinsic qualities like choreography, writing, production and direction apart from acting.
Veteran actor Sivaji Ganesan’s son and producer G Ramkumar, Rotary Cloub president George Cherian, Director Vocational Service Sudha and others were present.

Article Involves:: Kamal Hassan, Sivaji Ganesan

Nandita Das finds fault with Dasari - JustTollywood.com News

Actress-director cum-activist Nandita Das found fault with Dasari Narayana Rao's lamentations regarding the "apathy" displayed by Children's Film Society of India. Dasari had, during the inaugural ceremony of the Children's Film Festival, like a soapbox orator, criticized the Society for not setting up an office in Hyderabad though a land has been cut out for it.
Not categorically taking snipes at the Dasari speech, Nandita only said that changes have been made by the Society in the past 8 months. "What he commented was wrong... I tried to explain the same to him," Nandita told media persons yesterday.
She also made her displeasure known about highlighting the gaffes in the Festival, advising the media to write about good aspects of the fest. Nandita took the opportunity to explain that the children participating in the screening of films were enamored by the learning they were getting from watching many features and short movies.

Article Involves:: Dasari Narayana Rao

Aascar Ravi Chandran with another big one! - JustTollywood.com News

Not many producers cling up to the aspects of presenting audience with good films, and Aascar Ravi Chandran is one such man. The big producer is making Jackie Chan’s film with a whooping budget of 250 crores, a Tamil project with Vijay-Jeyam Raja for 15 crores, a Telugu project with Nagarjuna for 10 crores and a Mammooty starrer for 4 crores.And among the above, one can also call the Jackie Chan project as a golden egg in the producer’s hands. Sources close to Ravichandran say that he has got to work on another big one and will be a Hollywood collaboration with a local director. Yeah, and that lucky maker is our ‘Peranmai’ Jananathan.
As the director is seen giving different kinda flicks normally, Ravichandran had approached him and said that he is ready to spend how much ever the director needs for a good script. When Jananathan said that he has got a historical script which will need a budget of about 100 crores, Ravichandran had shown the green flag without any secondary thoughts.Sources from the reliable circle say that the director is planning to bring production designers, action director and many other technicians from Hollywood for this one.
Bravo... whatta daring attempt!

Article Involves:: Akkineni Nagarjuna, V Ravichandran, Mammootty

'24' first, Selvaragavan's next: Vikram - JustTollywood.com News

Only two films (‘Bheema’ and ‘Mallanna’) in five years has made Vikram to rework on his working style. As per the new decision, the actor will act in two movies simultaneously, as against his earlier trend of doing only one film at a time.“Mani Ratnam’s ‘Raavan’ is almost over except some patchwork. Hence, I am now concentrating in two more projects, one by Vikram Kumar titled ‘24’ and the other by Selvaragavan.
I have recently completed a three-week schedule in Ladakh for Selva’s film,” he says.Though Vikram is yet to start working for ‘24’ (the film will go on floors next week), he is clear that the film would hit the screens before ghavan’s venture. “Selva’s film will take some more time. ‘24’ will be released first,” he says.
On his much expected production venture directed by Sasikumar, Vkram says, “Sasi is the innovative filmmaker in Tamil cinema in recent times. Hence I asked him to direct my first production venture. The script is fantastic and is set in Chennai.”

Article Involves:: Vikram, Mani Rathnam

2012 Record Collection in Tollywood - JustTollywood.com News

The film which created a new havoc in the audiences by stating that by 2012, the world will be collapsed. Roland Emerich has directed this Hollywood film. The collections of the film is more as like a popular hero movie in tollywood. This film has almost released in 25 theatres in Hyderabad. Among those 11 are Telugu versions, each 8 of English and hind versions. The shows are moving full in working days also. Within days, there will be record collections to this movie

Article Involves:: Roland Emmerich

Mohan Babu as Ramakrishna Paramahamsa - JustTollywood.com News

The collection king Mohan babu has been doing a older day roles. He has earlier did as Yamadharma in Yamadonga, King in Annamayya etc. Now he is doing a role as Ramakrishna Paramahamsa in his son Manoj’s film. This film is directed by the legendry Raghavendra Rao and produced by Laxmi Manchu under their own banner ’Sri Lakshmi Prasanna Pictures’. This film is titled as ’Vivekananda'.The other cast are yet to be known.

Vivekanada Movie Opening Gallery

Article Involves:: Manchu Mohan Babu, Manoj kumar, K Raghavendra Rao, Lakshmi Manchu

Shyam to play Rajashekar Reddy - JustTollywood.com News

Popular Tamil actor Shyam, who kick started his career in Telugu with his astounding performance as a villain in Ravi Teja starrer Kick, is receiving more offers in Telugu these days. The Tamil hero recently signed a Telugu film titled Veedu Manavade to be directed by Netaji under the banner of Annam Films International.
The latest we hear is that Shyam will be seen as late Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Rajashekar Reddy (who passed away recently in a helicopter crash) in director Puri Jagannadh’s biopic. Shyam has confirmed his new role as Rajashekar Reddy in his teenage. Shyam said: "The producers have felt that I can bring out the freshness and vitality characteristic of young Rajashekar Reddy. I am really privileged for having got an opportunity to perform such a great role." Notably, YSR was a body builder much before getting into politics and he wanted to join the police force, which couldn’t be accomplished.

Article Involves:: Shyam (II), Ravi Teja, Puri Jagannadh

Manoj Kumar Miss behaving With Anushka - JustTollywood.com News

Hero Manchu Manoj Kumar is known for his offbeat approach on screen but it appears that he seems to be doing the same off the screen as well. That was the buzz making rounds by those who saw his antics at the star night that took place at the Gachibowli stadium. Telugu Movie Gossips Well, it was Manoj’s behavior with the birthday girl Anushka that caught attention. Apparently, for one of the songs that was being sung on the stage,
Manoj was giving erotic expressions to Anushka and she was giving stop it expressions. This was also shown live on TV channel. Those who were around thought that this looks quite disgraceful given the family image and culture of Manchu Manoj and his father. While this may have been for fun, but those who were present in the venue could not help but sharing these thoughts due to Manchu Manoj. Many underlined that Manchu Manoj couldn’t control his heat while sitting beside Anushka.

Article Involves:: Manoj kumar, Anushka

Mamta regrets for denying Telugu film - JustTollywood.com News

Mamta Mohandas regrets for denying a Telugu film just because she couldn't handle the language. The Telugu hit Arundhati was offered to her, but she didn't take it for the reason. She now says that she is now very much careful in handling similar situations. She doesn't want things to go bad for her again. You know what, she is learning Telugu now. See how dedicated she is!

Article Involves:: Mamta Mohandas

Chukkalanti Abbai Chakkanaina Ammai releasing in December - JustTollywood.com News

She is, speaking in cosmic analogy, star-like girl. He is the ideal guy. Remember the notable song "Chukkalanti Abbai Chakkanaina Ammai " from Abhinandana? The first lines of the song is the title of actor Tarun's upcoming film.If Tarun is playing the ideal guy in the film, Vimala Raman is his romantic interest. A sensitive love story releasing in the month of December, it is a film that will hopefully turn Tarun's fortunes.
Directed by Kanmani, it has music by Anoop Rubens which is releasing in the last week of November.The producers say that it CACA entertainment-significant. Whether the hero's and heroine's love consummates in marriage is to be seen on the screen.
The Supreme Movies-Pranav Studios film has sensitive emotions playing important role in the script. Like many recent youthful entertainers, this one too is set against the backdrop of software industry.The film will also Brahmanandam, Dharmavarapu Subramanyam, Vijay Sai, Chitram Srinu and others.

Article Involves:: Tarun, Vimala Raman, Kanmani, Anoop Rubens, Brahmanandam , Dharmavarapu Subramanyam, Vijay Sai, Srinu (Chitram )