'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

Vidya Planning to out from 'Rana'? - JustTollywood.com News

Superstar Rajinikanth’s next outing as Rana is in news every other day for its casting. Now, reports coming inn suggests that Rekha has opted out of the project.The reason pertaining to her withdrawal from the film is related to monetary issues.Rekha was to be paired opposite older Rajini in the film but a fall out has been created with regards to her remuneration. Rekha was keen on meeting a certain ransom while the producers of the film, Eros and Ocher studious were not keen on meeting the quoted amount resulting in diva stepping out.Ocher studious immediately chose to cast Hema Malini instead of Rekha and right now are in talks with the actress.

On the other hand Vidya Balan who was initially cast as one of the heroine in the film is in consideration of following the foot steps of Rekha but it’s not official till now.Sources say Vidya was keen on reading the full script of the film for which the director of the film K S Ravi Kumar supposedly got irked considering it being a Rajini film.At the same time Rana might not start in April due to casting issues. Once the casting is finalized this magnum opus will surely go on floors as soon as it gets,said the maker.Wonder who would be the lucky heroine provided Vidya opts out of Rana.

Article Involves:: Rajinikanth, Rekha, Hema Malini, Vidya Balan, K S Ravi Kumar

Battle between Rana and Nagachaitanya? - JustTollywood.com News

After more than a year of his debut film Leader release, Daggubati Rana is finally reaching the tollywood big screens with his second flick Nenu Naa Rakshasi with Tollywood’s slender beauty Ileana as the leading lady on 29th April.However, on the same day, Naga Chaitanya is also hitting the big screens with his latest film 100% Love with white beauty Tamanna in the lead.While the dashing director Puri Jagannadh is wielding the megaphone for Nenu Naa Rakshasi, 100% Love is taking shape in the hands of Stylish director Sukumar. However, both the directors follow a different style of execution though both these films are of similar genre romantic entertainers.The audio launches of both these films are also expected to hit the markets in the first week of April.It would be quite interesting to see the two young heroes battle for supremacy at the Tollywood box-office.

Article Involves:: Daggubati Rana, Ileana, Naga Chaitanya, Tamanna, Puri Jagannadh, Sukumar

Dhammu is the title for NTR? - JustTollywood.com News

NTR’s new film with successful director Boyapati Srinu was launched recently and the regular shooting of the film is said to be commencing from the month of April.The leading lady of the film is confirmed as the stunning beauty Shruthi Haasan.The movie is touted as out and out commercial entertainer with ample action.The film is being produced by Alexander Vallabhaneni under the banner Creative Commercial Media and Entertainment Ltd while K S Rama Rao is presenting it.Creative Commercials has registered a new title Dhammu in the film chamber and the buzz is that the title has been registered for the NTR, Boyapati’s film. Well, let’s not come to the conclusion till it’s officially announced by the unit.

Article Involves:: N T Rama Rao jr, Boyapati Srinu, Shruthi Haasan, Alexander Vallabhaneni, K S Rama Rao

'Virodhi' logo unveiled - JustTollywood.com News

Srikanth’s new film under the direction of Neelakanta has completed the entire shooting part and stepped into the post-production phases.The unit has launched the logo of the film in Film Nagar Cultural Centre on the eve of hero Srikanth’s birthday. Apart from the cast and crew of the film director Krishnavamsi attended the event as a chief guest. Virodhi is being made with a backdrop of Naxalism and most part of the film was shot in forests near Gangavathi in Karnataka and Vikarabad.Srikanth is playing the role of a journalist in the film and Kamal Kamaraju and Kamalini Mukherji will be seen in other important roles.Srikanth’s brother Anil has produced the film on Meka Entertainments banner and R P Patnaik is scoring the music.

Article Involves:: Srikanth, Neelakanta, Krishna Vamsi, Kamal Kamaraju, Kamalini Mukherji, K Anil Kumar, R P Patnaik

Priya Anand joined in Vishnu's talent hunt show - JustTollywood.com News

The talent hunt show for a heroine for Vishnu Manchu and Hemanth Madhukar film will be aired on Gemini from 16th April and actresses Sneha and Priya Anand has been roped in for grooming the participants and suggesting them the tips while actress Nikitha will host the show. Confirming the news,hero cum producer of the film Vishnu Manchu said, “Yes, Priya Anand has been contacted for the show and she will give suggestions to the 12 participating girls on glamour, action, dance and the body language.Directors Hemanth Madhukar and S Gopal Reddy are the panel of judges and it also includes a celebrity guest as the third judge each week.

Article Involves:: Manchu Vishnuvardhan Babu , Hemant Madhukar , Sneha, Priya Anand, Nikitha, S Gopal Reddy

AR Rahman biography to release April 6 - JustTollywood.com News

AR Rahman’s first ever authorized biography titled 'AR Rahman: The Spirit of Music' will be launched on April 6.The book provides a fascinating insight into Rahman’s private life and his music.The book contains photographs from his personal archives as well as a gratis CD of music including 8 tracks composed by him. Renowned film historian, Nasreen Munni Kabir, who has also made over 80 documentaries on Indian cinema for Channel 4 TV, U.K, has written the book. Om Books International is going to launch the book and several dignitaries from film industry including Mani Rathnam and other celebrities are expected to grace the occasion.

Meanwhile, A R Rahman is in news today for another reason. Apparently, he is quite shocked that one of the tracks which he had composed for Slumdog Millionaire has been used for an ad of mango drink ‘Slice’ featuring Katrina Kaif without his permission.He usually has complete rights over the tunes and music he composes and everytime someone uses his tracks, he gets the royalty associated with the track.Since this track was used without his permission,he has asked his legal advisors to look into the issue.Currently, the legal team is in talks with T-Series, the audio label which has been accused of using the track without Rahman’s permission.

Article Involves:: A R Rahman, Mani Rathnam, Katrina Kaif

'Shakthi' ready for censor today ! - JustTollywood.com News

The biggest budgeted film of Tollywood Shakthi starring Young Tiger NTR and Sexy Siren Ileana is gearing up for its release in the end of March. The movie is currently in its final leg of its post-production works and the first copy of the film will be sent to Censor Board today by producer Ashwini Dutt for the certification.

Shakthi will be released in both Telugu and Tamil versions simultaneously on the same day. The Tamil version has been titled as Om Shakthi and the audio was launched yesterday. Meher Ramesh has directed this socio-fantasy film, which is made on Vyjayanthi Movies banner. Shakthi has already created much hype and the film-makers are planning for a wide release all over.

Article Involves:: Ashwini Dutt, N T Rama Rao jr, Ileana, Meher Ramesh