Thursday, March 31, 2011
Amala shocked by Nagarjuna? - JustTollywood.com News
Akkineni Amala is the hot topic among the social aunties of Hyderabad these days.The actress turned homemaker (with Blue cross) was seen attending social parties from the past three years.She is seen very often at the parties organized by Minister Subbi Ramireddy’s wife and his daughter pinky reddy.It is reported that she is now a good friend of Ex-CM Nara Chandrababu Naidu’s wife Bhuvaneswari and is seen in their parties and functions as well.From the day, IT officials raided Nagarjuna; Amala’s phone is switched off.The social partying aunties are discussing gossips about Amala and her actor husband Akkineni Nagarjuna.All these days Amala was proud about her husband and was also praising him,among the social partying aunties.But now, all is under the suspicion scanner and so,Amala is shying away from her friends and so has switched off her phone.
According to the latest information from IT officials, certain amount of cash, jewelry, gold biscuits, and land documents were found in the house of Anushka, related to Nagarjuna. Moreover, Nagarjuna and Anushka have a joint account in a Multi national bank, which starts with alphabet ‘H’ and this account, was under operation only by Anushka and Nagarjuna and was not known to Amala.When the IT officers raided the house and asked Amala for explanation,she was shocked that Nag had a joint account with Anushka.The most shocking news is that Nagarjuna and Anushka own a luxury residence in a foreign country, which is registered in the name of Anushka and Nagarjuna, whose relationship in the registration documents is mentioned as wife and husband.
The IT officer, whose name starts with S, has disclosed that the joint properties, gold, cash in the joint account of Multinational bank is worth Rs 216 crores.He also hints that, he has never seen a person believing so much on a ‘good friend’ in his 16 years of career.He also hints that, Anushka might be Nagarjuna’s too best buddy, or may be something else, as the IT raids discovery has suggested.May be, soon,Amala will get replaced by Anushka besides Nagarjuna soon?
Article Involves:: Amala, Akkineni Nagarjuna, Anushka
Mahesh Babu as 'Veerudu'? - JustTollywood.com News
It is well-aware that Tollywood’s Prince Mahesh Babu has accepted a new film with Ace director Mani Rathnam which is a multi-starrer flick.The latest update regarding this multi-crore project is the film has been titled as Veerudu in the Telugu version. Being made based on a novel, Mahesh will be seen in the title role of the film as a King and the movie will roll onto the floors in the month of October.Mani Rathnam is said to be busy scouting the locales for the film.Kollywood actors Vijay and Arya are playing the other lead roles in the film and Anushka is zeroed in to pair up with Vijay. Mani Rathnam is yet to confirm the other two heroines for Mahesh and Arya. Besides this A R Rahman the lucky mascot of Mani is going to score the tunes for the Veerudu.
Article Involves:: Mahesh Babu, Mani Rathnam, Vijay (Tamil), Arya, Anushka, A R Rahman
Veteran actor Nutana Prasad passed away - JustTollywood.com News
One of the finest actors in Telugu film industry with a cult figure status, Nutana Prasad died on Wednesday in Hyderabad due to illness.Even as he was being shifted to Apollo Hospitals in the city,he died on the way.Nutana Prasad is counted as one of the best performers in Telugu cinema who is known for his popular voice and dialogue modulation. Prasad who was a government employee in Hyderabad left his job to pursue acting.Popularly referred as 'Nutokka Jillala Andhagadu', Nutana Prasad has lived in hundreds of charecters that will remain unforgettable in the minds of Telugu audience.'Andalaramudu' was his first film. Aha Naa Pellanta, Mutyala Muggu, Kaidhi, Srivariki Premalekha, Katha Nayakudu et al are a few of his best movies.
His speciality was comedy villainism.He made the negative lead entertaining.He won Nandi award for his excellent action in 'Sundari Subbarao' in the year 1984.He suffered a major blow in the form of an accident in the year 1989 while shooting for 'Bhamma Mata Bangaru Bhattaa' and lost his limbs.He has later on spent an inactive life in cinema.He has been playing small time roles in films.He lent his voice for programms like 'Neralu Ghoralu' in ETV which became an instant sensation too.He was conferred the NTR award in the year 2005 for his endearing action.His dialogue 'Desam Klishta Paristitilo Undhi' is eternal.He served as incharge of Ravindra Bharathi in Hyderabad and was active supporter of Telugu Desam party.
The intensity with which he acted and his spontaintity is still remembered by the actors of his times.Tollywood personalities expressed shock on his demise.Prasad is certainly the pride of Telugu cinema who brought respect to villain roles.His action, expressions, dialogue modulation, versatality and discipline in life are reference worthy.His school of cinema is worth emulation and he defined the term legend.He is survived by his wife, two daughters and a son. Justtollywood pays tributes to one of the biggest icons of Telugu cinema whose intensity of performance will remain uncontested forever.
Article Involves:: Nutana Prasad
Vimala Raman blasts V N Aditya - JustTollywood.com News
Australian beauty Vimala Raman is angry with her director V N Adithya.S he blamed him for the flop of 'Raaj'.Reacting to the critics view that she was sleazy and the film is nothing less than a third degree torture,Vimala claimed that the movie didn't turn out to be the way it was narrated to her initially."It is unfortunate that the film didn't turn out to be the way it was narrated to me" she posted online.Two directors changed for this movie and it took two years for the film to be made before V N Aditya took over.
Priyamani and Sumanth too played roles in this movie which was semi porn in its content.Vimala has been trying for a good break in Tollywood for long now but in vain.She starred with Jagapathi Babu in Gayam2 and did steamy role in it but people didn't like it.Though she is acted with Tarun and Varun Sandesh,since she is 30 years old, she looks much older than her heroes.Looks like her last attempt to show off her skin too didn't work out and hence she is taking out her frustration on V N Aditya.
Article Involves:: Vimala Raman, V N Adithya, Priyamani, Sumanth, Jagapathi Babu, Tarun, Varun Sandesh
Tuesday, March 29, 2011
Siddharth giving dubbing for 180 - JustTollywood.com News
The southern stud Siddharth’s  urbane  romantic entertainer 180  has completed its shooting part and is  currently in its post-production activities. Siddharth is currently  giving dubbing for his role for this bilingual film being made in Telugu  and Tamil versions.Priya  Anand and Nitya  Menon are pairing  up with Siddharth in the film. Being directed by Jayendra  and produced  jointly by SPI Cinemas Pvt Ltd and Aghal Film Productions, Sharath  Vasudevan has  composed the tunes for the film. 180 is scheduled for a release in May.
Article Involves:: Siddharth, Priya Anand, Nitya Menon, P Jayendra, Sharath Vasudevan
Lakshmi Prasanna's focus is on 'Gundello Godavari' - JustTollywood.com News
Manchu  Lakshmi Prasanna is known as a producer and her  recent film ‘Jhummandi  Nadam’ was proved a moderate hit. She had also  anchored some shows on the small screen and is presently doing ‘Lakshmi  Talk Show’ on a popular Telugu TV channel.
                                 Besides, she had also made her presence before the  camera for a couple of films. She played a negative role in ‘Anaganaga  O  Dheerudu’, a socio-fantasy film recently. She made another brief  appearance in ‘Dongalamutha’  of Ram  Gopal Varma.She is presently concentrating on her forthcoming  film ‘Gundello Godavari’. She is raving about her film as the  film is  being made with a novel. Keep watching this space for more details.
Article Involves:: Manchu Lakshmi Prasanna, Ram Gopal Varma
Sumanth Ashwin in 'Thuniga Thuniga' - JustTollywood.com News
2011 is all set for the launch of yet  another producer’s son on Tollywood screens. Sumanth Ashwin, son of  MS  Raju is getting introduced as a hero with the film titled Thuniga  Thuniga.The film has been earlier titled as  Mirchi but the film-makers have now decided to go for a  change, as the  movie is a romantic family entertainer. M S.Raju himself is directing  the film and has recently wrapped up the first schedule of the film in  Maharashtra.Thuniga Thuniga is being produced by Maganti Ramji the  elder son of producer Maganti Babu.The movie is likely to hit the screens in the month of August.
Article Involves:: Sumanth Ashwin, M S Raju, Maganti Ramji
Monday, March 28, 2011
Ashwini Kalsekar in 'Badrinath' - JustTollywood.com News
Ashwini Kalsekar,Bollywood television  actress also famous for her negative shaded roles is getting ready to  hit the Tollywood big screens with Allu Arjun starrer Badrinath.Ashwini  was recently seen in Ram Gopal Varma’s Rakta Charitra  as a Police  inspector.Now, this talented actress has grabbed a  vital role in Badrinath and is also dubbing for her voice in the  movie.Ashwini is said to be looking for more roles in the South film  industry.Well, hope the south industry directors offers the lady, some  powerful roles.
Article Involves:: Ashwini Kalsekar, Allu Arjun, Ram Gopal Varma
Rana next film to go to sets from April 9 - JustTollywood.com News
Daggubati Rana who completed almost of his 'Nenu Naa Rakshasi' is getting ready for a film to be produced by Parachuri Kiriti on the banner of United Movies.The film was slated to hit the floors on April 9.  Prakash Tholeti is making his debut as director with this film.It is  worth mentioning here that Prakash worked as an associate with  Bommarillu Bhaskar and Sukumar. Genelia would play the female lead in this movie. Another point to be noted here that earlier it was planned to rope in  Nara Rohit for this movie but Rana replaced him.
Article Involves:: Daggubati Rana, Parachuri Kiriti, Prakash Tholeti, "Bommarillu" Bhaskar , Sukumar, Genelia, Nara Rohit
'The Shadow' kick start shooting in April - JustTollywood.com News
As per the latest buzz from the Film Nagar, the Power  Star is getting ready to take up shooting of his next film ‘The Shadow’  under the direction of Kannada director Vishnuvardhan.The film is said to be the costliest films in his  career and the shooting of the film was planned in Brazil, Cuba and  other such countries which have never featured on the Telugu screen. Moreover,the technical crew of the movie would also  be from the international film circuits.Presently the director is busy  finalising the script. As per the sources, the film would go to sets in  April.
Article Involves:: Vishnuvardhan
'100% Love' has another female lead - JustTollywood.com News
Here is another interesting news about Naga  Chaitanya’s latest film ‘100% Love’ wherein all of us know that Milky  Beauty Tamanna is playing the female lead. However, there is another heroine in this film.Her  name is Tara Alisha from Bengaluru.Tara is the daughter of a model and  life coach-cum-therapist, Nandini Sen.With several top stars’ films slated for release  during this April including ‘Shakthi’ of NTR, ‘Teenmaar’ of Pawan Kalyan  and ‘Mr Perfect’ of Prabhas, Naga Chaitanya’s film is expected to hit  the screens on April 29.Directed by Sukumar and produced by Bunny Vasu on the  banner of Geeta Arts, the film unit is planning to launch the audio on  April 29 on the eve of Ugadi.
Article Involves:: Naga Chaitanya, Tamanna, Tara Alisha, N T Rama Rao jr, Pawan Kalyan, Prabhas, Sukumar, Bunny Vasu
Priyamani says it is not wrong - JustTollywood.com News
National award winning actress Priyamani who was torn  apart by bad reviews of her sleazy action in 'Raaj' defended her role.She claimed that lip-locks are part of their job as actors and that it  was well shot and aesthetically shown in the film without any vulgarity.Though audience were shocked for tacky lip-lock  scenes and explicit content in this movie, Priyamani is non chalant  about their response. V N Aditya  did a good job in treating the lip lock  well on screen.It was beautifully shot and didn't look vulgur at all.If  the role demands,we have to kiss and there is nothing wrong in it.It is a  part of our job.Raaj got mixed response from the audience.I am  looking glamorous in the movie and in the next film too, I will look  glam" Priyamani hinted.
Article Involves:: Priyamani, V N Adithya
'Galli Kurrolu' to hit screen on April 15th - JustTollywood.com News
Mumbai girl Shefali Sharma is debuting as heroine in  Telugu with her film 'Galli Kurrolu'.This flick is releasing on April  15th. Naga Varma is being introduced as hero in this picture. Sai Venkat the director of this movie informed that  his film is inspired by the story of 'Slumdog Millionare' and deals with  the subject on how a person from limited means can shine if the society  helps him. Sai Karthik  composes music for it.The movie completed its shooting and is now in  post-production stage."This story deals with how orphans can do wonders  if  they find support from the society.It is thought provoking film"  co-producer Bussu Chennakesava Reddy claimed.
Article Involves:: Shefali Sharma, Naga Varma, Sai Venkat, Sai Karthik, Bussu Chennakesava Reddy
'Telugammai' in post-production - JustTollywood.com News
Saloni starrer female oriented flick 'Telugammai'  completed its shoot and is now busy with the post-production work.This  movie will release in theatres next month.Vanapalli Baburao and Chegondi Harirama Jogaiah produced this movie. Raja Vannem Reddy directed the movie.This film is a  story of a girl who is travelling by train and her co-passengers.  Saikumar plays a key role in the movie apart from Yashwanth, Saichand and  Sriharsha."Offlate we are not able to make out the difference  between a man and a woman.Both are dressed alike.This movie potrays an  ideal Telugu girl" Harirama Jogaiah said.Though Saloni bagged a hit through 'Maryadaramanna',  she didnt get good offers post that.She had to settle for mediocre  movies and small banners.We have to wait and watch if her fortunes get  better by this movie atleast.
Article Involves:: Saloni, Vanapalli Babu Rao, Chegondi Harirama Jogaiah, Raja Vannem Reddy, Sai Kumar, Yashwanth, Saichand, Harsha (II)
'Dookudu' audio on May 31st - JustTollywood.com News
Prince Mahesh Babu, Srinu Vaitla’s combo Dookudu  is currently progressing in Mumbai,where the introduction song of  Mahesh is being canned under Raju Sundaram’s choreography.The schedule  will move on for yet another ten days.Now, the film-makers are planning to  launch the audio of the film on 31st May on the eve of Super Star  Krishna’s birthday. Thaman has rendered the tunes for the film. Samantha is playing the leading lady in  this comedy cum action entertainer and Mahesh will be seen in the role  of a police informer and his characterization is said to be the  highlight of the film says the sources.Dookudu is getting ready to hit the big-screens in the month of June.
Article Involves:: Mahesh Babu, Srinu Vaitla, Raju Sundaram, Krishna, Thaman S, Samantha
'Teenmaar' to hit screens on April 14 - JustTollywood.com News
Power Star Pawan Kalyan’s forthcoming  release Teenmaar is all set to hit the big screens on 14th April.The  producer of the film Ganesh Babu is said to have confirmed its release  date.The post-production works are on full swing to meet the release  date deadline.Pawan Kalyan will be seen in dual roles  as Arjun Palwai and Michael Velayudham in this romantic Comedy  entertainer and the beautiful ladies Trisha and Kriti Kharbanda are  pairing up with the Power Star.Directed by Jayant C Paranji and  produced by Ganesh Babu under Parameshwara Arts,Teenmaar has dialogues  by Trivikram and music by Mani Sharma.
Article Involves:: Pawan Kalyan, Ganesh Babu, Trisha, Kriti Kharbanda, Jayant C Paranji, Trivikram Srinivas, Mani Sharma
NTR asked to postpone 'Shakthi'? - JustTollywood.com News
The affects of World Cup cricket are clearly visible  on showbizz and Tollywood is no exception. Junior NTR's film 'Shakthi'   which was to release on March 30, will now hit the screens two days  later.Film Nagar sources say the reason  is  India-Pakistan cricket match which will be held on March 30th at  Mohali.The unit waited for India-Australia match results, and as it  became  clear that India would win and then play Pakistan, Tarak is believed to  have asked his producers to release the film after two days.We have  spent a bomb on this film and openings are  important.We waited for the India-Australia match,and once it was  clear that India is going to win, to play with Pakistan,we shifted the  release date as the entire nation will be watching," the production  house explained.Meanwhile,the film crew is yet to kickstart aggresive  campaigning for the movie even as the release is just a week away.
Article Involves:: N T Rama Rao jr
'Mr Perfect' release on April 21 - JustTollywood.com News
Prabhas and Kajal Agarwal starrer 'Mr Perfect' will  release on April 21st. The audio of this flick just released at  Chaitanya Bharathi Institute of Technology in Hyderabad last week.The movie also stars Tapsee in a second lead.  Dasarath directed this movie and Dil Raju produced it in his own banner.Prabhas hasn't had a release ever since 'Darling' which released last  summer.He looks slimmer with a new hair style and weight  loss for this role. Devi Sri Prasad composed music for it.So far, there  has been positive vibe about this movie's first look.
Article Involves:: Prabhas, Kajal Agarwal, Tapsee, Dasarath, Dil Raju, Devisri Prasad
Balayya to do a full length role with Manoj? - JustTollywood.com News
Nandamuri Balakrishna is all set to do a role in  Manchu Manoj's movie 'Uu Kodatara Ulikki Padatara'. Though initial  reports said that it will be a guest appearance,sources from Lakshmi  Prasanna Pictures which is producing this movie informed that it is  going to be a full length charecter. Balakrishna has 26 days of shoot for this movie and  he has agreed to do a role.The shooting will start soon after  finishing Sri Ramarajyam.Meanwhile, Manoj too will complete shooting for  his picture with Shriya a source said.
                                   This is the first time Balayya has agreed to do a  role in a movie which stars a younger hero.His role and its prominence  are yet to be known. Deeksha Seth will be Manoj's heroine in this movie  and Lakshmi Manchu will produce the film.He is believed to have agreed  to do this role because Mohanbabu requested him.Recently Srinu Vaitla too urged Balayya to do a role in Mahesh Babu's 'Dookudu', but the star refused to do it.
Article Involves:: Nandamuri BalaKrishna, Manchu Manoj, Shriya , Deeksha Seth, Manchu Lakshmi Prasanna, Manchu Mohan Babu, Srinu Vaitla, Mahesh Babu
'Ishq' shooting at brisk pace - JustTollywood.com News
Nithin and Nitya Menon starrer love entertainer 'Ishq'  is shooting at a fast pace.The crew recently came back from Goa  after shoot and now will picturise a few scenes in Hyderabad.Ace cinematographer P C Sriram is working for this  project. Aanand Shankar composes music for it and Vikram Kumar is the  director. M Vikram Gowd is producing this movie which will finish  shooting in the end of April."Nitya Menon's role is sensible and instantly  likable.This is a love story that is unseen in our Telugu cinema  before" director Vikram Kumar claims.It has been long since Nithin had a hit.More than  seven films of his flopped continuously in the last four years and he is  craving for a hit now.
Article Involves:: Nithin, Nitya Menon, P C Sriram, Aanand Shankar, Vikram K Kumar, Vikram Gowd
Saturday, March 26, 2011
Hijra doing item number in '100% Love'? - JustTollywood.com News
Naga Chaitanya, Tamanna starrer 100%  Love is gearing up for its release on 29th April.Just like his earlier  films Stylish director Sukumar has added a sizzling item number in 100%  Love too and this item number will be performed by Meghana Naidu and a  Hijra.This is probably the first time a Hijra is doing an item number  in the Telugu Cinema.Reports say the song have come out well  and it would also become a chartbuster like their (Sukumar, Devi Sri  Prasad) earlier combo songs Aa Ante Amalapuram from Arya, Muppayi Aaru  from Jagadam and Ringa Ringa from Arya 2. We need to wait till 29th April to watch out the sizzling item number from 100% Love.
Article Involves:: Naga Chaitanya, Tamanna, Sukumar, Meghana Naidu, Devisri Prasad
Daggubati Rana says all are rumors - JustTollywood.com News
Daggubati Rana, who is set to make his  Bollywood debut in "Dum Maaro Dum", has squashed rumours of a  relationship with co-star Bipasha Basu. I have immense respect for Bipasha as a  co-star and it's embarrassing that people should think otherwise.Don't  know where the rumors keep creeping up from over and over again!"  Daggubati posted on his Twitter page.The 25-year-old actor, who has been  reportedly dating Shriya for the past five years,is said to have  had a rift with her -- thanks to his closeness to Bipasha.However,  Daggubati has denied anything more than a friendship with Shriya."Shriya has known me since I was in  college.We've been great friends for over 8 yrs now.All other gossips  are FALSE! (sic)," he added on the Twitter."Dum Maaro Dum", also starring Abhishek Bachchan, releases April 22.
Article Involves:: Daggubati Rana, Bipasha Basu, Shriya , Abhishek Bachchan
'Shakthi' is made in 18 months? - JustTollywood.com News
NTR and Ileana starrer mega budget movie Shakthi which  will release on April 1st, was reportedly made in 18 months time.The  movie's producer Ashwini Dutt himself revealed that including the  pre-production time, the movie took 18 months to be made.His daughter Priyanka Dutt Chalasani  personally took care of the production and the shooting part of this  film took 13 months."I have been in film industry for over 36 years  now.This is the first ever movie in my career that was shot for 13 long  months.As many as 300 technicians worked in this project.We shot in  Egypt, Ladakh, Haridwar, Rishikesh et al.We are planning to remake  Shakthi in Hindi too.We will reveal the details soon.After 'Robo',  perhaps this is the only movie that can match its cost and lavishness  when it comes to sets" Aswini Dutt announced.
                                  Like in Indra which had Varanasi backdrop and Kolkata  backdrop for 'Choodalani Vundi', this film has five Shakthi Peetham as  the backdrop to the story.The movie is releasing in all South Indian  states on April 1st and in Tamil as 'Om Shakthi'.Ashwini Dutt feels that  Meher Ramesh will be Junior Raghavendra Rao after the success of this  movie and NTR will cement his position in the industry. "Tarak reminds of N T Rama Rao in many scenes and he will be remembered for ever for this film" he claims.
Article Involves:: N T Rama Rao jr, Ileana, Ashwini Dutt, Priyanka Dutt, Meher Ramesh, K Raghavendra Rao, N T RamaRao
Aarthi Agarwal in 'Varoodini Dotcom' - JustTollywood.com News
Aarthi Agarwal who was numero uno heroine a few years  ago is now doing C-grade films thanks to her much publicised wedding and  her semi- Nami ta personality.She has been doing films ever since she  broke up with her husband who is in USA.Aarti is staying with her  parents in a flat in Hyderabad and declared that she is now single and  is willing to act in more movies.One such film is Varoodini Dotcom.Her sister Aditi Agarwal is also playing an  important role in this movie. Danam Rajkumar is the director and  Dhanush is the hero for this movie. E Nagabhushanam is producing this  picture on Vasantha Pictures banner.
                                 The film completed 60 per cent of  its shoot and the audio will be launched next month. Suresh Bobbili gave  music for this flick. 'Satyam' Rajesh, 'Chatrapathi' Shekhar,  Babumohan, Babloo, Sanjay, Roopa Kaur, Geeta Singh et al play important  roles in the movie "We are currently shooting songs of this movie.The  movie will be ready for release next month.This is a love entertainer  with a proper message" says the producer.
Article Involves:: Aarthi Agarwal, Aditi Agarwal, Danam Raj Kumar, Dhanush, E Nagabhushanam, Suresh Bobbili, Satyam Rajesh, Chatrapathi Sekhar, Babu Mohan, Babloo (Sadanand), Sanjay, Roopa Kaur, Geeta Singh
'Nenu Naa Rakshasi' audio on April 5th - JustTollywood.com News
Rana, Ileana starrer Nenu Naa Rakshasi is  gearing up for its release on 29th April. Meanwhile the date for the  audio launch of the film has been finalized on April 5. Sources say  that director Puri Jagannadh has crafted the role of Rana in a new  dimension.The young actor will be seen as a professional killer with a  rough look.The interesting news is Nenu Naa  Rakshasi has  music directors A R Rahman and Vishwa. Touted as a romantic  cum action entertainer,the film is produced by Nallamalupu Srinivas  under Lakshmi Narasimha Productions banner.
Article Involves:: Daggubati Rana, Ileana, Puri Jagannadh, A R Rahman, Vishwa(II), Nallamalupu Srinivas (Bujji)
Kamal Haasan's next is 'Viswaroobam' - JustTollywood.com News
It is known that versatile actor Kamal  Haasan has given his nod to director Selvaraghavan for his next film.Now, the latest update from the Chennai circles is that the film has  been titled as Viswaroobam.And can you guys guess the female lead of  the film???  Well it is Bollywood beauty Sonakshi Sinha, who debuted  with Salman Khan’s Dabangg.In an interview to a newspaper Sonakshi  Sinha said “When director Selva narrated the plot to me I was very  excited as the script reminded me my Bollywood debut.The whole package  was very interesting and happy to be a part of the film”. Viswaroobam is a psychological thriller  which is inspired from the Hollywood film Hannibal.The movie is  being made in Tamil, Telugu and Hindi versions which will be canned in  Chennai, Hyderabad and London.
Article Involves:: Kamal Haasan, Selvaraghavan, Salman Khan
Friday, March 25, 2011
One more Telangana movie 'Udyamam' - JustTollywood.com News
The Jai Bolo Telangana film, which was  made on the backdrop of   Telangana, paved way for many producers and  directors in coming up with the films on Telangana Movement. Jai Bolo  Telangana resulted as a hit in Nizam region and now the film-makers are  trying to cash this opportunity. The latest film to reach the big screens  is Udyamam with a tag line Maa Oopiri. Prof. Kodandaram, the OUJAC  convener has launched the logo of the film a couple of days back.  Udyamam is being directed as well as produced by Vangari Chandrasekhar .
Article Involves:: Vangari Chandrasekhar
Power Star registers new title 'Taswa Maidan' - JustTollywood.com News
Harish Pai is a popular choreographer and was  responsible for different songs for Power Star Pawan Kalyan in the past.He is also an active member of Pawan Kalyan Creative Works team.The  latest buzz from the Film Nagar is that the Power  Star is planning to promote him as a director for his next film to be  produced by himself on the banner of Pawan Kalyan Creative Works.Very  recently, he had registered a new title with the Film Chamber called ‘Taswa Maidan’, which means Judgement Ground. Taking a cue from Ram Gopal Varma in making the film  in a short time, Pawan Kalyan too is planning to wrap up the shooting in  just three months and the speciality of the film is that it has no  songs at all.
Article Involves:: Harish Pai, Pawan Kalyan, Ram Gopal Varma
Rebel Star enters into competition - JustTollywood.com News
This April witnesses the clash of titans of the Telugu  film industry.The month is beginning with the release of ‘Shakthi’directed by Meher Ramesh and produced by Ashwini Dutt on the banner of  Vyjayanti Movies with NTR and Ileana in the lead on April 1.Next week, Dil Raju’s film Mr Perfect is slated for  release on April 7 with Prabhas, Kajal and Tapsee in the lead roles  directed by Dasarath.Immediately after that it is Pawan Kalyan’s  ‘Teenmaar’ is hitting the screens on April month.In addition to these  films, ‘Nenu Naa Rakshasi’ and ‘100% Love’ are also slated for release  soon. So Prabhas has to compete with both NTR and Pawan  Kalyan whose films are releasing a week before and after to the release  of Mr Perfect. Let us wait and watch how far he could give them a competition and survive.
Article Involves:: Meher Ramesh, Ashwini Dutt, N T Rama Rao jr, Ileana, Dil Raju, Prabhas, Kajal Agarwal, Tapsee, Dasarath, Pawan Kalyan
SP Balu, Tabu and Jayaram honoured with Padma awards - JustTollywood.com News
President of India Pratibha Patil on Thursday  presented the first set of the Padma awards for the current year to 61  recipients, including singing legend S P Balasubrahmanyam, actor Jayaram  and actress Tabu.The President presented the awards at a function  attended by Vice President Hamid Ansari, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh,  UPA chairperson Sonia Gandhi and other high profile guests at  Rashtrapati Bhavan on Thursday evening.While S P Balasubrahmanyam was honoured with the  Padma Bhusan, both Jayaram and Tabu were presented Padma Shri. All the  three expressed happiness for receiving one of the highest honours of  the country.In all, the government on the eve of the Republic Day  had announced a list of 128 Padma awards winners —13 Padma Vibhushan,  31 Padma Bhushan and 84 Padma Shri. Another investiture ceremony is  scheduled for April 1 to honour the remaining awardees.
Article Involves:: S P Balasubrahmanyam, Jayaram, Tabu
Madhura Sridhar Reddy's search is over - JustTollywood.com News
Madhura Sridhar Reddy who has been searching for a  heroine for his film It Is My Love Story ,finally found one.Her name  is Sarayu and she is from Guntur.Sridhar has launched a star hunt for  his movie and asked youngsters from across the state to send their  applications.He selected Sarayu from thousands of portfolios and  emails he recieved personally. He disclosed that the shooting for his  movie will start on April 6th on which he will announce the details of  the hero, heroine and other crew for this movie.
                          He wanted to introduce  fresh faces in this film and hence tied up with a few media and radio  stations for this star hunt.Though he found a few pretty girls who could be his  movie heroine, there weren't interested in pursuing career for acting  and amongst the ones he recieved, most of them were not apt for his  charecter.Finally, since he got the heroine, he is glad. Dr Munna Venkata Krishna Reddy an NRI from South Africa is going to produce this picture.
Article Involves:: Madhura Sridhar Reddy , Dr Munna Venkata Krishna Reddy
Tamanna's original voice in '100 % Love'? - JustTollywood.com News
The Milk White beauty of  South, Tamanna  made a great come back to Tollywood by bagging four big banner films.The lady’s 100% Love and Badrinath are in the final leg of preparation  while her Rachcha with NTR and Mana Love Story with Ram are ready to  hit the floors.Tamanna says, “I didn’t plan for these  films.It's just that these great offers with extra ordinary scripts came  my way and I grabbed them.My roles in all of these commercial films  are meaty and challenging.The actress is also displaying her new talent of dubbing for her voice  in Telugu in 100% Love. Yes I have dubbed for two reels till now and  I’m waiting for my director's approval.I don't wish to speak anything  about it now, as it is too early.But one day I will definitely dub in  my own voice for both Tamil and Telugu films”.Good determination… Isn’t’ it folks???
Article Involves:: Tamanna, N T Rama Rao jr, Ram
Robo 2 is real ? - JustTollywood.com News
Good news awaits Rajinikanth fans even before the start of  their Thalaivar’s next venture ‘Rana’.Yes, the Superstar is preparing  himself for a sequel to ‘Robo’,his biggest blockbuster till date.This has been revealed by  cinematographer Rathnavelu, who picturised ‘Robo’ and now getting ready  to wield the camera for ‘Rana’ too. Talks are currently on,” he says.Shedding more light, he says, “Rajinikanth sir, Sun  Pictures, Shankar, Rahman and myself will come together for Robo 2 too.  Most members of Robo team will be retained.Shankar is currently making  the script ready.”Saying that the movie would go on floors once Rajinikanth  completes ‘Rana’ and Shankar completes ‘Nanban’, a remake of ‘3 Idiots’
Article Involves:: Rajinikanth, Rathnavelu, Shankar, A R Rahman
'Naaku Oka Lover Undhi' going to Bangkok - JustTollywood.com News
Krishnudu and Rishika starrer 'Naaku Oka Lover Undhi'  is  shooting at a fast pace. This movie which went on floors last  month,completed 30 per cent of its work.Two songs have been picturised  already.The movie unit informed that Krishnudu and the movie crew will  fly to Bangkok next month to shoot three songs for this film. Ramvenky is the director of the film and K Sureshbabu is producing it on Sri Shiva Parvati combines banner. Suresh, Ali, Hema, M S Narayana, Master Bharath, Venu Tillu, Thagubotu Ramesh, Gundu Hanumantha Rao ,Munna et al play roles in  this movie. K M Radhakrishnan is composing the tunes for this movie and  the recording of the songs is already complete."We shot two songs for this movie recently. Next  month, the will be a continuous shoot without any breaks. We are flying  to Bangkok in the last week of April to shoot three songs on Krishnudu  there", director Ramvenky informed.
Article Involves:: Krishnudu, Rishika, K Ram Venky, K Suresh Babu, Suresh, Ali, Hema, M S Narayana, Master Bharat, Venu Tillu, Thagubotu Ramesh, Gundu Hanumantha Rao, Munna, K M Radha Krishnan
Bipasa says Daggubati Rana is handsome - JustTollywood.com News
Dusky beauty Bipasa Basu was in Hyderabad on Thursday  to promote her next Hindi film 'Dum Maro Dum'. Bipasa is starring with  Daggubati Rana in this movie.She addressed the media conference with  Rana and the movie's director Rohan Sippy at a star hotel in the  city.Rana, Rohan and Bipasa launched the T-shirt and tea mug with the  logo of the movie on it at the press conference.Bipasa remined that she acted with Mahesh Babu in the  movie 'Takkari Donga' and Rana is the second Telugu hero she is acting with.She  was all praise for Rana and said that he is a handsome guy."Rana is a handsome guy and a talented actor. He  speaks very good Hindi.
                              In this movie Dum Maro Dum which is a story basd  out of Goa,there is no concept of hero and heroine.All the charecters  have equal importance and it was enjoyable experience working for it"  she claimed.The movie stars Abhishek Bachchan, Pratiek Babbar,  Govind Namdev and Aditya Pancholi apart from Rana and Bipasa.The movie  launched its audio in the cricket stadium in the midst of a world cup  cricket match at Nagpur recently.The film will release on April 22nd. Rana informed that he had signed this movie even before 'Leader' and is happy that his second release is a Hindi film."I agreed to do this film even before I signed  'Leader'. I thank the director Rohan for giving me a chance to act in  this picture.There will be three stories in this film and mine is one  of them.Abhishek and Bipasa were very friendly and it was lovable  experience shooting for this movie" Rana said.
Article Involves:: Bipasha Basu, Daggubati Rana, Mahesh Babu, Abhishek Bachchan
Gopichand Malineni to direct Naga Chaitanya? - JustTollywood.com News
Naga Chaitanya seems to have signed up a  bunch of projects and the actor is offering his dates for the couple of  films simultaneously.His 100 % Love and Dream Lover are in the final  leg of preparation.He also has Bejawada Rowdilu and Autonagar Surya  that will start rolling its camera soon.On the other hand, there is a buzz that  he has signed up a new film with director Gopichand Malineni of  Don  Seenu fame. Venkat of R R Movie Makers who produced Malineni’s Don Seenu  will produce this film too.If everything goes well, the film will  start rolling its camera from the month of May. Gopichand Malineni is  currently involved in the script work of his next directorial Body Guard  with Venkatesh in the lead.
Article Involves:: Naga Chaitanya, Gopichand Malineni, R R Venkat, Venkatesh
'Shakthi' gets A certificate - JustTollywood.com News
NTR’s upcoming film Shakthi has been censored a week ahead of its release.The film has been given an A certificate and the board suggested few  minor cuts.The high adrenaline action film has Jr NTR, Ileana, Prabhu,  Sonu Sood and others in lead roles.The film’s about Shakthi Peethams  and  has some elements of fantasy as well apart from a part of the story  which is set in modern times.Buzz is that NTR would be seen in four  different roles in the film.Two of these avatars have been revealed;  however the makers have been extra-careful to not reveal anything about  the other two characters so that there’s enough surprise left for the  audience.
                               Despite the censor having been completed a week ahead,  the producer of the film Ashwini Dutt has decided to postpone the date of  release by couple of days.Earlier, the film was being planned for  release on March 30.However, it has been officially confirmed that the  film would hit the screens on April 1st.The Tamil version of the film, Om Shakthi would release on April 2.The film has been getting some  terrific business offers for distribution rights from all corners of the  state and also overseas region. In Ceded region alone, the film has  been offered a sum of close to Rs 10 crores for distribution rights. The  much awaited film has been directed by Meher Ramesh and Mani Sharma has  composed the music.
Article Involves:: N T Rama Rao jr, Ileana, Prabhu, Sonu Sood, Ashwini Dutt, Meher Ramesh, Mani Sharma
Thursday, March 24, 2011
'Veera' filming at Gachibowli - JustTollywood.com News
Ravi Teja, Tapsee, Kajal Agarwal’s  undershoot film Veera is currently progressing at YSR Stadium, Gachi  Bowli in Hyderabad.Ravi Teja will be seen two different roles in the  film and  director promises one of the roles to be as powerful as   Vikramarkudu. Veera is the highest budgeted film for  Ravi Teja till date and the film is touted as an action entertainer with  ample comedy. Ramesh Varma is the director of the film and Paruchuri  Brothers for story and Abburi Ravi are penning the dialogues. Veera is being made  under Sanvi Productions banner.The movie is slated for a big release, this summer.
Article Involves:: Ravi Teja, Tapsee, Kajal Agarwal, P Ramesh Varma, Paruchuri Brothers, Abburi Ravi
'Dookudu' next schedule in Mumbai - JustTollywood.com News
Prince Mahesh Babu is all set to leave to  Mumbai for the next schedule of his undershoot film Dookudu,which is  taking shape in the hands of Srinu Vaitla.Recently, the film has  completed few action sequences shot in Old City,Hyderabad.The Mumbai schedule begins from 26th  March and will move on for a week.The unit will picturise Mahesh’s  introduction song under Raju Sundaram’s choreography along with some  talkie part in this schedule.Mahesh will be seen as a cop in this  comedy entertainer and the gorgeous actress Samantha is playing the  leading lady.Dookudu is being produced by Anil  Sunkara under 14 Reels entertainment banner while Thaman is scoring the  music.Dookudu is expected to hit the screens in summer.
Article Involves:: Mahesh Babu, Srinu Vaitla, Raju Sundaram, Samantha , Anil Sunkara, Thaman S
Genelia pairing with Daggubati Rana - JustTollywood.com News
From close sources it is known that Daggubati Rana has given a green signal  to director Prakash Tholeti’s film and the movie will be produced by  Paruchuri Kiriti, who has earlier produced Bala Krishna starrer Simha.The latest buzz is Genelia is being  considered for the female lead role in the film.Genelia was not seen in  any of tollywood films after her Orange  failing at the Box-Office.So,  if the buzz is true, this movie would be her comeback after a brief  gap.Well, before coming into the conclusions let’s wait for the official   announcement from the producer Kiriti. Meanwhile, Rana is being busy in  the  promotional events of his upcoming releases Nenu Naa Rakshasi and his  Bollywood debut film Dum Maro Dum.
Article Involves:: Daggubati Rana, Prakash Tholeti, Parachuri Kiriti, Nandamuri BalaKrishna, Genelia
Bhavya Creations to produce Veerabhadram's next? - JustTollywood.com News
Veerabhadram Chowdary, who recently directed his first film Aha Naa Pellanta  starring Allari Naresh, has moved on to his next film.Aha Naa Pellanta  turned out to be a decent hit despite the Cricket frenzy.The film  registered one of the best openings in Allari Naresh’s career and  Veerabhadram was appreciated for handling the entertainment quotient  quite well throughout the film.The buzz is that Bhavya Creations banner  is likely to produce his next film.The banner had earlier produced  films like Souryam, Amaravathi and recently Wanted . More details about the films are yet to  be revealed.
Article Involves:: Veerabhadram Chowdary, Allari Naresh
Jayant confident on 'Teenmaar' - JustTollywood.com News
It is an old technique to attract the public with confidence oozing  statements by producers and directors when speaking about their film.  Same was happening at ‘Teenmaar’ audio release function when director  Jayant C Paranji was given the mike to address the audience.It was  assured by this successful director that he is going to open his mouth  only on the 100 days function of ‘Teenmaar.’Although Pawan  Kalyan left the final verdict of movie into the hands of audience and  his Fans,it was known that everyone who worked for the film are showing  same belief as what was shown by Jayant.If their words turn true, then  Pawan Kalyan might get a good breakthrough after facing a disaster like  ‘Komaram Puli.’ It is time that will decide how ‘Teenmaar’ is going to  fare.
Article Involves:: Jayant C Paranji, Pawan Kalyan
'Shakthi' record breaking in Ceded - JustTollywood.com News
NTR’s upcoming film Shakthi is already setting new records even before its  release. Given the hype about the film,it’s natural to deduce that  there must be fierce competition for the film’s distribution and other  rights. However, this deal for Ceded region is beyond any doubt a  jaw-dropper which has caught even the trade pundits by surprise.A  source tells us that, there’s an offer for around Rs 10 crores for the  distribution rights in Ceded region.That’s not it.There are several  offers from individual districts from the same region and if taken into  account all these offers, the producers are on the brink of getting a  eye-popping deal of around Rs 13 crore!This is a new record for the  distribution rights of any film in Telugu cinema history in Ceded  region.
                                  Since we love comparing numbers,lets see how the film  fares with some of the recent high-profile releases. Balakrishna’s Parama Veera Chakra had got an offer of Rs 11 crores for both Nizam and Ceded  territories combined. Back in November, Ram Charan Tej’s Orange was  offered Rs 6.5 crores for the same territory and Mahesh Babu’s Mahesh Khaleja  got a deal of close to Rs 5 crores. Comparison to all these films, Jr  NTR’s Shakthi seems to be miles ahead already. It remains to be seen how  the film turns out when it opens in screens on April 30.
Article Involves:: N T Rama Rao jr, Nandamuri BalaKrishna, Ram Charan Teja, Mahesh Babu
Colours Swathi again working under Indraganti? - JustTollywood.com News
It is known that Sushanth has signed up a  new film with director Indraganti Mohan Krishna, which will be made  under Srinag Corporation banner. Indraganti has earlier directed Ashta  Chemma and Golconda High School and Swathi played the female lead in  both these films.Now, the director has again roped in the actress for  the third consecutive time.Sources say, there is also another  heroine in the film who will be finalized shortly. Though, Swathi  received praises for her performance in Asta Chemma, many felt she was  not the right lady for Golconda High School as the role did not suit  her. Let’s see, what Indraganti has in store for Swathi this time…
Article Involves:: Sushanth, Mohana Krishna Indraganti , Colours Swathi