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TollywoodDespite the very popular actors in his own family, Akhil’s favourite film is a Pawan Kalyan starrer.Digital NativeDigital NativeAkhil Akkineni is a third generation actor from the famous Akkineni family in Tollywood. His grandfather A Nageswara Rao is one of the icons of the Telugu film industry and his dad Nagarjuna has a good amount of films to his credit not only in Telugu but has found success in Tamil and Hindi films as well. Akhil’s half-brother Naga Chaitanya is also a well-known hero in Tollywood. Despite having a number of actors from his own family who have made a mark for themselves, Akhil’s favourite film is the Pawan Kalyan starrer Atharintiki Daredi. Sources in the know say that Akhil has watched the film several times over and just couldn’t stop raving about it every time he gets to see it. Atharintiki Daredi, directed by Trivikram Srinivas,...

KollywoodReleased in 2013, 'Attarintiki Daredi' is the last known blockbuster in Pawan Kalyan’s career. Digital NativeDigital NativeWith projects such as 2.0, Indian 2, Kolamaavu Kokila and Chekka Chivantha Vaanam in their kitty, Lyca Productions is undoubtedly one of the most sought-after production companies in Tamil filmdom. On Monday, Lyca revealed that it has bought the Tamil remake rights of Pawan Kalyan’s blockbuster Telugu film Attarintiki Daredi, written and directed by Trivikram. Lyca took to Twitter make the announcement and thanked Trivikram for the opportunity. “We are very happy to announce that we have acquired the Tamil remake rights of the mega Telugu blockbuster Attarintiki Daredi! More exciting updates on this coming up.” Released in 2013, Attarintiki Daredi is the last known blockbuster in Pawan Kalyan’s career. The story follows a grandson, played by Kalyan, who promises to his grandfather to help him reconcile his relationship with his estranged daughter. Attarintiki Daredi...

The cab runs towards the airport. Himadri takes out an old photograph of his and his ex-wife and shows it to Uma sitting on the backseat. Uma says “sorry”! Himadri bursts into tears. And the director Srijit Mukherji plays his masterstroke with this scene, bringing out the aura of a movie where everyone tries to fulfill others’ wishes.

“Uma” runs as part of the 9th edition of the Bagri Foundation London Indian Film Festival, that runs at 15 cinemas, across London, Birmingham and Manchester, from 21st June to 1st July, with 27 films, including features and short films, in competition. It is the largest South Asian film festival in Europe. Buy your tickets via this website, at respective cinema box offices: http://londonindianfilmfestival.co.uk/

Srijit Mukherji is a passionate story teller. “Hemlock Society”, “Jaatishwar”, “Nirbaak”, “Chatushkone” , “Rajkahini” – in every movie Srijit has portrayed a different narrative with a powerful and distinct story line for his audience.