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Cid: Did You Know? Ram Charan’s Sister-In-Law Was Once A Part Of The Cult Crime TV Show
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Ram Charan’s Sister-In-Law Was Once A Part Of Cid(Photo Credit –YouTube/Instagram)

The cult crime TV show Cid witnessed a stellar cast consisting of Shivaji Satam, Aditya Srivastava, Dayanand Shetty, and others. However, it also saw some cameo performances of popular actors who were then at the beginning of their careers. But, did you know that the show once also saw the cameo of superstar Ram Charan’s sister-in-law? Yes, you heard it right! We are talking about none other than actress Lavanya Tripathi.

Before foraying actively into South films, Lavanya Tripathi started her acting career with Hindi TV shows. She had also won Femina Miss Uttarakhand in 2006 before the same. She made her acting debut with the show Ssshhhh…Koi Hai with a small role. However, her major break came from the show, Pyaar Ka Bandhan.

Soon after that, the actress was seen in Cid on one...
See full article at KoiMoi
  • 4/8/2025
  • by Shreshtha Chaudhury
  • KoiMoi
Orange: 2010’s Lighthearted Revival
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If you are Ram Charan’s fan, then there’s something for you. What? Orange, the romantic movie that was released 15 years back. You might be wondering, why is it hot off the press now? Actually, Orange is making a grand re-release on February 14, 2025, and you must know what the date is popularly celebrated for. Yes, this Valentine’s Day, Ram Charan’s 15-year-old movie is going to make its reappearance in the theatres. So, let’s see what is behind this?

Overview of Orange

Hit the theatres on November 26, 2010, Orange is a movie that was made under the direction of Bommarillu Baskar. The movie was produced by Nagendra Babu, and the composition of music was looked after by Harris Jayaraj. Ram Charan and Genelia were seen in the main lead roles in the movie. The approximate budget of the Orange was 32 crores. The major and most part of the movie was shot in Australia,...
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  • 1/25/2025
  • by Reet Saxena
  • OruNewCulture
Pawan Kalyan vs Balakrishna: The Epic Clash That Shook Tollywood – ‘Who Is He?’ Revealed!
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Pawan Kalyan Balakrishna Feud (Photo Credit – Instagram)

We have heard about many superficial fan wars, but the war between the Nandamuris and the Konidelas is out in the open; both are reputed families with a legacy of films that have shaped the way the Telugu film industry looks today, especially with Ntr and Chiranjeevi being the most celebrated actors of all time.

Throwback to when the Legend Balaya had commented, saying, “Who is Pawan Kaylan?” I don’t know if he sparked controversy among the two families and their fans. The whole controversy began in early 2018 when a journalist asked Balakrishna a political question about Pawan Kalyan. “Pawan Kalyan? Who is he? I don’t know him,” said Balakrishna.

The matter further heightened when Pawan Kalyan appeared to take a dig at Balakrishna in a public meeting. While addressing a public rally, the Deputy Cm of Andhra said, “I won...
See full article at KoiMoi
  • 1/7/2025
  • by Bhavana Sharma
  • KoiMoi
Chiranjeevi Compares His Family To Kapoor Family, Talks About Mega Family’s Success
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Chiranjeevi’s Family Film Industry Success(Photo Credit – YouTube)

Megastar Chiranjeevi is working on several exciting projects. His upcoming film is Vishwambhara with director Mallidi Vassishta. After this, he will start shooting for a gangster drama directed by Srikanth Odela.

At a recent event, Chiranjeevi spoke about his family’s success. He expressed his pride in their achievements in the film industry.

Chiranjeevi described his brother Pawan Kalyan and son Ram Charan as his most significant accomplishments. He said, “Pawan Kalyan is my achievement. Ram Charan is my achievement. All the kids in my family are my achievements. I feel proud when I see them.”

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Chiranjeevi was the first in his family to join the film industry. Later, his brothers Pawan Kalyan and...
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  • 1/7/2025
  • by Vishnu Priya
  • KoiMoi
‘Paruvu’ (2024) Cast And Character Guide
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“Paruvu” means honor in Telugu, and the show titled the same is now streaming on Zee5 Global. The show is a Telugu-language show that covers the subjects of caste discrimination and ostracization. A woman and her husband are on the receiving end of it. Coupled with the social dilemmas, a murder changes their lives. There are several characters in the show that are related to the couple and the person who is murdered. All of them define the show and help the audience come to terms with the fact that family members might not be the nicest people.

Spoilers Ahead

Pallavi

Nivetha Pethuraj as Pallavi, who is also referred to as Dolly by her family, is a headstrong woman who does not allow anyone to dictate her life. She is going to her hometown with her husband Sudheer and being driven there by her cousin Chandu. Chandu and Pallavi have...
See full article at Film Fugitives
  • 6/16/2024
  • by Smriti Kannan
  • Film Fugitives
Ram Charan’s Assets Staggering 197% Higher Than Allu Arjun’s 460 Crore Net Worth: Decoding Chiranjeevi & Allu Aravind’s Combined Family Worth Of 4000 Crore!
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Chiranjeevi, Ram Charan, Allu Arjun: Where Do They Stand While Their Families Enjoy A Combined Net Worth Of 4000 Crore! ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

The South Indian Cinema is one big family with generations of stars working as actors, directors, and producers. One such family is the Allu-Konidela family, which has three generations of actors working in the film industry. Their roots belong to Allu Ramalingaiah, an artist who started working in Telugu films in the 50s. His roots branched into Allu Aravind and Chiranjeevi, who, together with their families, enjoy a combined net worth of around 4000+ crore!

Allu Aravind is Allu Ramalingaiah’s son, and Chiranjeevi is his son-in-law; both of them are the second generation of the family who are working in films. The third generation of the family includes Ram Charan and Allu Arjun. The Rrr actor’s net worth is almost 197% higher than the Pushpa star.

Allu-Konidela...
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  • 1/1/2024
  • by Trisha Gaur
  • KoiMoi
Chiranjeevi is glad granddaughter is 'born on favourite day, auspicious time'
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Elated at the birth of his granddaughter, megastar K. Chiranjeevi said that the entire family is happy to welcome the newborn on Tuesday, their favourite day of the week.

He was talking to media persons after visiting Apollo Hospital, where his daughter-in-law Upasana Kamineni Konidela had a baby girl in the early hours of Tuesday.

This is the first child of Chiranjeevi’s son Ram Charan and Upasana, who got married 11 years ago.

“The baby girl was born at 1:49 a.m. on Tuesday. Elders are saying that it is a very auspicious time. We are all very happy. We are already seeing the positive impact. Charan’s success and achievements and Varun Tej’s engagement, everything is going well in our family. We are overjoyed,” he said.

Actor Varun Tej is son of Nagendra Babu, brother of Chiranjeevi.

When asked about Tuesday sentiment, the megastar said: “Tuesday is an auspicious day for Anjaneya Swamy.
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  • 6/20/2023
  • by Agency News Desk
  • GlamSham
Tollywood actors Varun Tej and Lavanya Tripathi to get engaged
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TollywoodThe couple have been rumoured to be dating for a while but neither of them have confirmed it or been public about their relationship.InstagramTollywood actors Varun Tej and Lavanya Tripathi will get engaged on Friday, June 9. The news was announced on Thursday by the popular publicist duo in the Telugu film industry, Vamsi-Shekar, on Twitter. Their tweet said, “Hearty congratulations to Mega Prince Varun Tej and Lavanya on getting Engaged on 9th June, 2023. Wishing a lifetime of happiness together.” The couple have been rumoured to be dating for a while but neither of them have confirmed it or been public about their relationship. Varun Tej is the nephew of veteran Tollywood actor Chiranjeevi and the cousin of actors Ram Charan and Allu Arjun. According to Hindustan Times, the engagement is set to take place in Varun’s house and is expected to be a close-knit affair. Reports also said...
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  • 6/8/2023
  • by AkchayaaR
  • The News Minute
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Kamal's tribute to Vishwanath: 'His art will be celebrated beyond his lifetime'
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Chennai, Feb 3 (Ians) Celebrated actor Kamal Haasan has penned a heartfelt note for the late Telugu filmmaker K. Viswanath, who breathed his last on Thursday.

The two had worked on iconic films such as ‘Sagara Sangamam’, ‘Swathi Muthyam’ and ‘Subhasankalpam’, and Kamal Haasan considers Viswanath to be his mentor.

He tweeted: “Salute to a master.” The poignant words, followed by a tribute penned in the actor’s hand, are an indication of his esteem for the legendary director who highlighted Indian art and culture in his movies.

The letter reads: “Kalathapasvi K. Viswanath gaaru fully understood the transcience of life and immortality of art. Hence his art will be celebrated beyond his lifetime and reign. Long live his art. An ardent fan, Kamal Haasan.”

The two had first collaborated for the 1983 movie ‘Sagara Sangamam’, which showcased Kamal Haasan’s classical dance prowess as a proponent of Kuchipudi in Andhra Pradesh.
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  • 2/3/2023
  • by News Bureau
  • GlamSham
India’s Varun Tej Talks Sony Air Force Epic, London-Set Action Film (Exclusive)
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In a short 11-film career Indian actor Varun Tej has already made an impact and is set to soar with his next two projects.

Tej headlines the cast of an as-yet-untitled project set in the world of the Indian Air Force, backed by Sony Pictures International Productions and Renaissance Pictures, that will take off in two months time. Seasoned commercials maker and cinematographer Shakti Pratap Singh Hada makes his directorial debut with the film, which will be Tej’s 13th.

“It based on some true events that happened between Pakistan and India. And though there have been a lot of war films, this is a story which I wanted to tell the audience and just try to show what it takes to be sitting in a fighter flight. We are really looking forward to it,” Tej told Variety. “We’re talking to a few Air Force pilots, trying to understand their psyche.
See full article at Variety Film + TV
  • 1/19/2023
  • by Naman Ramachandran
  • Variety Film + TV
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Ram Gopal Varma retorts to Naga Babu over tweets; critics allege Ysrcp allegiance
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Controversial filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma has hit back at actor Naga Babu after the latter’s attack on his recent tweets. Rgv said that Nagababu may be important for his elder brother Chiranjeevi and younger brother Pawan Kalyan but not for him.

In a video posted on social media, the maverick director also claimed that he made the tweets as a fan of Jana Sena leader and actor Pawan Kalyan. “If Pawan Kalyan is unable to understand this, it is my misfortune but more than this it is the misfortune of Pawan Kalyan for having an advisor like his brother,” he said.

Rgv had last week sparked a row with his tweet after Pawan Kalyan’s meeting with Telugu Desam Party (Tdp) president and former chief minister N. Chandrababu Naidu.

The director accused Pawan of mortgaging the interests of the Kapu community to the Kamma community.

Rgv wrote that he...
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  • 1/16/2023
  • by News Bureau
  • GlamSham
Tollywood actor Kaikala Satyanarayana cremated with full state honours
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DeathThe actor, who was 87 years old and acted in over 750 films, died due to age-related ailments and was undergoing treatment since last year.Tnm StaffFileImageThe funeral of veteran Tollywood actor Kaikala Satyanarayana was held with full state honours in Hyderabad on Saturday, December 24. The funeral was held at the Jubilee Hills Mahaprasthanam. The actor, who was 87 years old, died due to age-related ailments and was undergoing treatment since last year. However, in the early hours of Friday, December 23, the actor breathed his last. Kaikala Satyanarayana was a versatile actor with a career spanning six decades, during which he acted in over 750 films. Following his death, Cinematography Minister Talasani Srinivas Yadav passed an order announcing that the actor’s last rites would be conducted with full state honours. The funeral procession began from Satyanarayana’s home in Film Nagar to the Mahaprasthanam in Jubilee Hills on Saturday morning. The last rites...
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  • 12/24/2022
  • by RajeswariP
  • The News Minute
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Ram Charan, Cousin Allu Arjun come together for star-studded Xmas party
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It was a star-studded evening as ‘Mega Power’ star Ram Charan, along with his wife Upasana Konidela, hosted a Christmas party at their residence in Hyderabad. Like every year, the couple hosted the party which was attended by Ram Charan’s cousins.

Allu Arjun, his wife Sneha and other star cousins of Ram Charan came together for the celebration as Ram Charan and Upasana are expecting their first child.

Varun Tej, Sai Dharam Tej, Vaishnav Tej, Niharika, Sirish, Sushmita, Sreeja and others attended the party. A photograph taken on the occasion had all the stars in one frame.

The participants enjoyed the evening with games and chitchat. Prizes were also given away to the winners of Secret Santa game.

The family of Megastar Chiranjeevi, father of Ram Charan, is one of the largest contributors to the film industry with 10 actors from different genres.

Chiranjeevi leads the list, which includes his brothers Pawan Kalyan,...
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  • 12/21/2022
  • by Glamsham Bureau
  • GlamSham
Mahesh Babu, Namrata Shirodkar meet Bill Gates
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CinemaMahesh Babu, who is on vacation in the US with his family, shared the picture of the three on social media.IANSInstagramTelugu star Mahesh Babu met Microsoft founder Bill Gates in the US. Bill Gates, Mahesh and his wife Namrata Shirodkar, posed for a picture together. The 'Maharshi' actor posted the picture of himself and his wife Namrata with Bill Gates, on his social media profile with the caption, "Had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Bill Gates! One of the greatest visionaries this world has seen… and yet the most humble! Truly an inspiration!!" Mahesh Babu is currently on vacation in the United States. His wife and kids have been showing off pictures from their trip over the last few days. Mahesh Babu's recent pictures from the vacation, have been trending on social media platforms for a while now. On the work front, Mahesh Babu just scored a super hit...
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  • 6/29/2022
  • by AjayR
  • The News Minute
Jr Ntr to host next season of 'Meelo Evaru Koteeswarudu'?
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EntertainmentEarlier seasons were hosted by the Tollywood actors Chiranjeevi and Nagarjuna.Digital NativeDigital NativeThe fifth season of the Telugu version of Kaun Banega Crorepati known as Meelo Evaru Koteeswarudu (Mek) is all set to commence soon. Earlier seasons were hosted by the Tollywood actors Chiranjeevi and Nagarjuna and according to reports, the fifth season will be hosted by Jr Ntr. The previous seasons which were aired on Maa TV earlier were wrapped up for various reasons and the show is now being revived and will be on Gemini TV. Interestingly, Jr Ntr had hosted the popular Bigg Boss season 1, which turned out to be highly successful, with TRPs soaring high. According to sources, a special promo for Meelo Evaru Koteeswarudu is being shot at Anupama studios with director Trivkram Srinivas directing it. Ntr and Trivikram Srinivas share a good rapport having worked together for Aravinda Sametha Veera Raghava, which did well at the box office.
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  • 2/25/2021
  • by AjayR
  • The News Minute
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Nadendla Manohar hints at Chiranjeevi’s future ‘role’ in politics
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Janasena leader and Pawan Kalyan's aide Nadendla Manohar hinted at Chiranjeevi's future 'role' in politics at a recent internal party meeting, whose video was telecast by a local news channel on Wednesday.

Manohar broached the matter in what appeared to be an explanation to Janasena supporters in a closed doors meeting as to why Kalyan returned to acting.

He claimed that Kalyan quit acting in movies for the sake of politics.

"For the sake of politics, he left movies also. Now as we are a little free, as part of several steps we took, we should tell that movies are also needed. I have to tell this as it is an internal meeting," Manohar said in the video which appeared to have been recorded by one of the attendees of that internal meeting.

According to the former Assembly Speaker of united Andhra Pradesh, Kalyan's brother Chiranjeevi and founder of another political party,...
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  • 1/27/2021
  • by Glamsham Editorial
  • GlamSham
Allu Arjun
Telugu star Allu Arjun, brothers Allu Bobby & Allu Sirish attend Niharika Konidela’s wedding
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Telugu star Allu Arjun has shared a picture posing with brothers Allu Bobby and Allu Sirish.

Arjun and his family are currently in Udaipur to attend the wedding of actress Niharika Konidela. Arjun posted a picture on Instagram, where he is seen striking a sharp pose for the camera along with his brothers.

The brother can be seen sitting in the image.

"Allu Brothers," Arjun wrote as caption with the image, which currently has 1.1 million likes on the photo-sharing website.

Niharika, daughter of producer Nagendra Babu and is the niece of southern superstars Chiranjeevi and Pawan Kalyan, is all set to tie the knot with her beau with beau Chaitanya Jv.

She has worked in films like "Oka Manasu", "Oru Nalla Naal Paathu Solren", "Happy Wedding" and "Sye Raa Narasimha Reddy".  --ians/dc/vnc...
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  • 12/8/2020
  • by Glamsham Editorial
  • GlamSham
Allu Arjun
Allu Arjun, family in Udaipur to attend Niharika Konidela’s wedding
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Hyderebad, Dec 7 (Ians) Telugu superstar Allu Arjun along with his family are in Udaipur to attend the wedding of actress Niharika Konidela.

Arjun posted a string of pictures on his Instagram before boarding the plane with his family.

"Flying together as a family after years . N&c Wedding celebrations begin ... #allufamily," he captioned the image, before talking off earlier in the day.

He shared a picture on board his chartered flight, too, where he is seen playing with his son. "Naughtiest of all," he wrote.

"Allu Diva" he wrote as caption for a picture of his daughter. He also shared a picture of his wife Sneha and called her a "cutie".

Niharika, daughter of producer Nagendra Babu and is the niece of southern superstars Chiranjeevi and Pawan Kalyan, is all set to tie the knot with her beau with beau Chaitanya Jv.

She has worked in films like "Oka Manasu...
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  • 12/7/2020
  • by IANS
  • GlamSham
Allu Arjun
Allu Arjun, family in Udaipur to attend Niharika Konidela’s wedding
Allu Arjun
Hyderebad, Dec 7 (Ians) Telugu superstar Allu Arjun along with his family are in Udaipur to attend the wedding of actress Niharika Konidela.

Arjun posted a string of pictures on his Instagram before boarding the plane with his family.

"Flying together as a family after years . N&c Wedding celebrations begin ... #allufamily," he captioned the image, before talking off earlier in the day.

He shared a picture on board his chartered flight, too, where he is seen playing with his son. "Naughtiest of all," he wrote.

"Allu Diva" he wrote as caption for a picture of his daughter. He also shared a picture of his wife Sneha and called her a "cutie".

Niharika, daughter of producer Nagendra Babu and is the niece of southern superstars Chiranjeevi and Pawan Kalyan, is all set to tie the knot with her beau with beau Chaitanya Jv.

She has worked in films like "Oka Manasu...
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  • 12/7/2020
  • by Glamsham Editorial
  • GlamSham
‘Aravinda Sametha Veera Raghava’ gets television premiere on Zee Cinema
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TollywoodThe film stars Jr Ntr and Pooja Hegde in the lead.Digital NativeFile Photo The Jr Ntr starrer Aravinda Sametha Veera Raghava is all set to be aired on Zee Cinema on November 21 at 8 pm, much to the excitement of film buffs. The film is of significance not just for fans, but for its heroine Pooja Hegde as well. In an interview, the actor said, “Aravinda Sametha is and will always be a very special film for me. This was my first film with Jr Ntr and I had a great time working with him. Personally, this film was an enriching experience both on-screen and off-screen. My character allowed me to explore a new side of me in terms of dubbing for myself, and I am beyond grateful that (director) Trivikram sir helped me explore such an amazing opportunity. Needless to say, working with the man of the masses, Jr Ntr was great,...
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  • 11/21/2020
  • by Rajeswari
  • The News Minute
Jr Ntr fans trend #KomaramBheemNTR for his role in ‘Rrr’
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TollywoodThe star is currently busy playing Komaram Bheem, one of the lead roles in SS Rajamouli’s ‘Rrr’ aka ‘Roudram Ranam Rudhiram’.Digital NativeDigital NativeActor Jr Ntr undoubtedly has the biggest fan following not just in Andhra and Telangana but across the globe. The star is currently busy playing Komaram Bheem, one of the lead roles in SS Rajamouli’s Rrr aka Roudram Ranam Rudhiram. While expectations are high on this magnum opus, the star hogged the limelight yet again on Thursday with the hashtag #KomaramBheemNTR trending for several hours on Twitter. Over 35,000 tweets have already been registered and the number is fast increasing, thanks to the enthusiasm of Jr Ntr fans. Several pics and videos from the star’s earlier movies are also being tweeted from Jr Ntr Team Online, the star’s fan club handle, providing a treat for fans. A few weeks ago, the star’s fans...
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  • 9/10/2020
  • by Vidya
  • The News Minute
Pawam Kalyan’s next titled 'Virupaksha'?
Pawan Kalyan at an event for Katamarayudu (2017)
TollywoodWhile this project is taking shape, Pawan Kalyan is busy with 'Vakeel Saab'. Digital NativeDigital NativeReports surfaced a few weeks ago that actor and producer Nagendra Babu will soon be producing a film under his banner which will star his younger brother and Power Star Pawan Kalyan with Krish directing it. In an interview with the Times of India, Nagendra Babu has reportedly said that this project is titled Virupaksha. He has been quoted as saying, “Pawan Kalyan’s movie with Krish is going to be big. As far as I know, the title Virupaksha has been locked for this crazy movie. It’s going to be a historical drama and Pawan Kalyan will play a thief in the contemporary Aurangzeb period.” While this project is taking shape, Pawan Kalyan is busy with Vakeel Saab. A remake of the hit Bollywood flick Pink, Vakeel Saab will have Pawan Kalyan reprising...
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  • 4/18/2020
  • by Luke
  • The News Minute
After 'Abcd', Allu Sirish to team up with director Premsai for his next
TollywoodAn official announcement regarding the film will be made soon.Digital NativeAllu Sirish's latest release Abcd (American Born Confused Desi), the official remake of the Malayalam film under the same name, has bombed at the box office. The film did not manage to live up to the expectation of the audience as it has received negative reviews from both critics and audience. The latest buzz is that Allu Sirish would be teaming up with director Premsai for his next. Actor turned director Premsai is a former associate of Prabhu Deva. Premsai’s last film was Tamilselvanum Thaniyar Anjalum with Jai in Tamil which was also remade in Telugu as Courier Boy Kalyan with Nithiin in the lead role. The film marked his debut directorial venture. Bankrolled by director Gautham Vasudev Menon, after a long delay due to production hiccups of the producer, the film had hit the screens after four years of production.
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  • 6/3/2019
  • by Priyankar
  • The News Minute
Nani to attend pre-release event of 'Abcd'?
TollywoodThe film is all set to hit screens on May 17.Digital NativeAllu Sirish, younger brother of actor Allu Arjun, initially failed to make any impact at the box office in the tinsel town now appears to be upbeat over his upcoming flick Abcd- American Born Confused Desi.  After missing too many release dates, the film is finally gearing up for release. It will be at the theatres on May 17. A grand pre-release event has been scheduled to happen in Hyderabad today. Reports are that Nani will be attending this event as its chief guest. Also, several other top film personalities will be at the event. Abcd is a remake of the hit Malayalam movie with the same title. The original version was directed by Martin Prakkat and produced by Shibu Thameens under the banner Thameens Films. The film had Dulquer Salmaan, Jacob Gregory, Aparna Gopinath and Tovino Thomas in the lead roles.
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  • 5/13/2019
  • by Priyankar
  • The News Minute
Allu Arjun’s ‘Naa Peru Surya’ collects 85.32 cr during first weekend
TollywoodThe film’s theatrical rights have been sold for a whopping Rs 75 crore.Digital NativeStylish star Allu Arjun’s Naa Peru Surya has been the next big Telugu release after Rangasthalam and Bharat Ane Nenu, both of which have done blockbuster business at the box office. The news is that the movie has reportedly collected a share of Rs 40 crores on day 1 worldwide and a whopping Rs 85.32 crore during the first weekend. This is the biggest opener for an Allu Arjun film so far. According to reports, the occupancy at multiplexes for the film in Hyderabad stood at more than 90%. Going by the reports doing the rounds in Tollywood, we hear that the film has surpassed the half a million mark overseas, but it will struggle to touch the million dollar mark. The dubbed Tamil version of the film, En Peru Surya En Veedu India, was released in Tamil Nadu simultaneously with the Telugu version on May 4. The movie has managed to fetch more than 200 screens across Tn. With such high numbers, En Peru Surya En Veedu India has become one of the biggest releases since Baahubali 2. Naa Peru Surya, made on a big budget of Rs 55 crore, marked the directorial debut of ace writer Vakkantham Vamsi. The film’s theatrical rights have been sold for a whopping Rs 75 crore. The film has Allu Arjun playing an army officer who suffers from anger management issues. His uncontrollable rage costs him his place in the army. He is allowed to return on one condition. This challenge takes him on a journey where he revisits his past and discovers things about himself he didn’t know. The film stars Anu Emmanuel, Arjun Sarja, Harish Uthaman, Sarathkumar, Thakur Anoop Singh, Boman Irani, Rao Ramesh and Vennela Kishore in pivotal roles. Bankrolled by Nagendra Babu and Sridhar Lagadapati under the banner name Ramalakshmi Cine Creations, the film has music by Bollywood composer duo Vishal-Shekhar. Also read: ‘We saw both sides of Tamil film industry strike’: Meet the CEO of Ags Entertainment (Content provided by Digital Native)...
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  • 5/7/2018
  • by Monalisa
  • The News Minute
Heroines finalised for Venkatesh-Varun Tej starrer ‘F2’?
TollywoodThe film is touted to be a thriller that will have some edge-of-the-seat moments for audiences.Digital NativeDigital NativeThe Venkatesh Daggubati and Varun Tej starrer went on the floors recently with an official pooja. Titled F2, which stands for fun and frustration, the film is directed by Anil Ravipudi. Reports say that F2 is a thriller that will have some edge-of-the-seat moments for audiences. Dil Raju, who scored a double hat-trick with Shathamanam Bhavathi, Nenu Local, DJ aka Duvvada Jagannadham, Fidaa, Raja The Great and McA, will bankroll this upcoming film under his banner Sri Venkateswara Creations. The latest industry grapevine is that Tamannaah is already on board F2 and that she will be paired opposite Venkatesh. Mehreen Pirzada is another actor who is in talks to play the female lead opposite Varun Tej but she has not given her assent till now. Venkatesh’s last release, Guru, the remake of the Tamil blockbuster Irudhi Suttru, directed by Sudha Kongara, turned out to be a big hit and the star has a couple of films – Aate Naade Veta Naade and Vikram Vedha remake – needing his attention right now. Besides these films, he has also signed a Trivikram Srinivas directorial which will go on the floors later this year. Varun Tej, who made his acting debut as a child artiste in the Nagendra Babu starrer Hands Up!, debuted as hero in Mukunda in 2014. He went on to act in films such as Kanche, Loafer and Mister. His last two film releases Fidaa and Tholi Prema turned out to be big hits at the box office and the young star is hoping to score a perfect hat-trick with the success of F2. Incidentally, Fidaa was produced by Dil Raju while Tholi Prema was bankrolled by Bvsn Prasad and distributed by Dil Raju’s Sri Venkateswara Creations. Varun Tej also has the Sankalp Reddy space thriller in his kitty needing his attention. (Content provided by Digital Native)...
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  • 3/30/2018
  • by Monalisa
  • The News Minute
'Pawanism' - a film tribute to Pawan Kalyan
Pawan Kalyan at an event for Katamarayudu (2017)
Chennai, Aug 13: The craze for Pawan Kalyan will now be transformed into a Telugu film titled "Pawanism", which will pay tribute to the actor, his popularity and his real life philosophies.

It will be directed by Chaitanya.

"It's our way of paying tribute to someone we all adore. We want to portray his ideologies in the film such that it can move and create a new path for younger generation. We are not cashing in on his popularity. It will be a heartfelt tribute to him," Chaitanya told Ians.

"We were extremely happy to have Pawan Kalyan's brother Naga Babu with us when the film went on floors. We have just started shooting.
See full article at RealBollywood.com
  • 8/13/2013
  • by Arun Pandit
  • RealBollywood.com
Shadow (2013)
Baba Sehgal sings another Telugu song
Shadow (2013)
Chennai, Feb 25: Known for singing hit title songs for Telugu films "Gabbar Singh" and "Jalsa", rapper Baba Sehgal has sung yet another song for upcoming Telugu action drama "Shadow".

"Sung the title song of 'Shadow' for the super hit team of Thaman and Meher Ramesh. Kudos to Thaman," Baba said in a post on his Twitter page. The film's music has been composed by S.S. Thaman.

"Shadow", directed by Meher Ramesh, features Venkatesh, Srikanth and Tapsee in the lead. It also stars Madhurima, M.S. Narayana, Naga Babu, Jayaprakash Reddy and Dharmavarapu Subramanyam.

Produced by Paruchuri Kireeti, "Shadow" is coming out April 5.

Baba has also crooned Tamil songs such as "Bad Boy" ("Alex Pandian"), "Vella Bambaram".
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  • 2/25/2013
  • by Ketali Mehta
  • RealBollywood.com
Nithya Menen
'Okkadine' high on sentiment: Producer
Nithya Menen
Chennai, Nov 10: Upcoming Telugu action-romantic "Okkadine" will be laced with sentiment, says producer C.V. Reddy.

"Films should have an emotional connect with the audience besides ensuring entertainment. In order to have audience emotionally hooked, one should make a film high on sentiment, and my film definitely has that quality," Reddy told Ians.

"Okkadine" stars Nara Rohit and Nithya Menon in lead roles and is directed by Srinivas Raga. It also stars Naga Babu, Sai Kumar, Chandra Mohan, M.S. Narayana, Ali and Srinivasa Reddy.

Martand Venkatesh has edited the film, which has music by Karthik and cinematography by Andrew.

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  • 11/10/2012
  • by Amith Ostwal
  • RealBollywood.com
Nagendra Babu
Tuneega Tuneega Review - Realbollywood.com News
Nagendra Babu
Movie Review: 'Tuneega Tuneega'; Star Cast: Sumanth Ashwin, Rhea Chakraborty, Naga Babu, Prabhu Ganeshan, Shafi, Seetha, Sayaji Shinde, Dharmavarapu Subramanyam and M.S.Narayan; Writer and Director: M.S.Raju; Producer: Maganti Ramachandra; Music: Karthick Raja; Verdict: weak script, a big let down.

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  • 7/22/2012
  • by Lohit Reddy
  • RealBollywood.com
Shazahn shifts from Bollywood to Tollywood
Rocket Singh girl Shazahn Padamsee is debuting in Tollywood.  The lucky daughter of ad-guru Alyque Padamsee and pop star Sharon Prabhakar, has a wonderful offer in her kitty.  The offer is from Anjana Productions and she is set to be cased with Ram Charan Tej. The forthcoming film of Charan and producer Naga Babu, directed by Bommarillu Bhaskar, has been on floors for over a month now. Though the first heroine Genelia D'Souza has been finalised, the makers have been on a constant search for the second girl.They seem to have finally zeroed down on Shazah, after watching her performance in her Bollywood debut, Rocket Singh.  The passionate girl is dumb lucky because even in Telugu, she getitng to debut with a big release, just as in Hindi, where she was finalised by the Yash Raj.Shazahn has imbibed qualities from her pop star mother Sharon and Alyque, who is bonded with the theatre.
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  • 1/2/2010
  • Filmicafe
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