Krishnavamsi’s Sasirekha Parinayam will be the first movie to hit the screens in 2009. The maverick director is planning to release the movie on January 1st. Starring Tarun and Genelia as the lead pair, the film has already completed shooting part and is now in the postproduction stage. The film’s music, scored by Manisharma, is said to rocking. Remember Krishnavamsi and Manisharma had earlier given musical blockbuster with Murari. “We are planning to release the audio next week,” producer Sunkara Madhu Murali said.
Manchu Manoj's tryst with Krishnavamsi's 'sishya's
Yet another disciple of director Krishnavamsi is to make a film with hero Manchu Manoj. Raja, a former associate of Krishnavamsi, is turning director with an untitled film starring Manchu Manoj. A new production company is producing this and the movie will begin its regular shoot from next month. Recently, Manoj acted in Nenu Meeku Telusa, that was directed by Ajay Shastri, Krishnvamsi’s former associate. And he is now working in director Chandrashekar Yeleti’s current film - Prayanam and Yeleti also had associated with KV. Looks like Manch Manoj has found new love for KV’s sishya’s.
Ajay as Sarai Veerraju
Kannan who worked with SS Rajamouli for many films and also with Krish for Gamyam film is going to make his debut as a director with a bilingual film. This film is titled as ‘Sarai Veerraju’ in Telugu. Actor Ajay who did many prominent negative roles in the past is going to do the title role in this film. There will be two heroines. Lots of Telugu theater artists were signed to play vital roles in this film. It will be launched in the month of December.
Brahmanandam direction in Neninthe
Comedy king Brahmanandam is said to have donned the role of a director in Puri Jagan’s directed film Neninthe. Ravi Teja is doing the role of an assistant director. This film is said to be having very good satires on film industry. Seeya is making her debut as heroine. Shooting of the film is complete. The music will be released soon. Neninthe is going to release in December.
Bhumika’s film magazine movie minar
Bhumika Chawla is getting into media business now. She is going to own a Telugu movie magazine called ‘Movie Minar’. This magazine will be launched at a function organized in Hotel Novotel on the night of 29 November. Her home production on ‘Downtown Films’ banner is also going to be launched at the same venue. Srihari Nanu who directed her film Satyabhama (remake of 50 first dates) is going to direct that film.
'King' dances with 10 star heroines
‘King’ starring Nagarjuna, Trisha and Mamtha Mohandas, in the direction of Sreenu Vytla, is being produced by Siva Prasad Reddy on Kamakshi Kala Movies banner. A wide spread news is Nagarjuna appears in three different characters posing a new style every time. The movie has already evoked high expectations from fans and cine goers. In accordance with the expectations, King has a special song which features 10 popular star heroines who will dance along with the hero Nagarjuna. The heroines are Trisha, Mamtha Mohandas, Anushka, Charmme, Parvathi Melton, Sneha, Sneha Ullal, Priyamani, Kamna Jhatmalani and one more popular heroine. According to the sources from Film Nagar, the song will be a special attraction to the movie. Further the film which is fast nearing completion was planned to be launched in the 2nd week of December. However, the release has been postponed to 24th December.Film Star studded 10K Run
Hyderabad 10K foundation organizes 10K Run (Half Marathon and Full Marathon) every year, with an objective to promote healthy living and the warmth of togetherness (sports, fitness, health and unity) among citizens. Every year people from various fields and age groups join this marathon to proclamate that we are all equal and united. This year the event has been organized which will take place on 30th November. This year the 10K Run provides a rare opportunity to run along with celebrities like Sania Mirza, Pullela Gopichand from sports, Vishnu, Nagarjuna, Venkatesh, Ileana. Other artists from the film fraternity will also participate in this grand marathon.
Bhoomika strangled in Mumbai assaults
Actress Bhoomika has ventured into production and media which will be officially launched tomorrow. The news is quite known and the launch is planned to take place at Hotel Novatel at Hitex. Celebrities Venkatesh, NTR, Ileyana, director Radhakrishna and other socialites will be present in this event. Bhoomika spoke to media ensuring her safety and said, "I am in Mumbai for the past 11 years and the once peaceful city is now burning in the atrocities of terrorism. This is one of the bereaved days for our country and the demise of police during this rescue is a great loss to one and all. I had a meeting at Taj which got cancelled and I am safe now. Yet, I feel the police should tighten security measures as such acts constraint our countries development. I pray for the welfare and safety of all those people out there."'Krishnam Vande Jagathgurum' films from January
Radha Krishna (Krish) who proved his talent with his first venture 'Gamyam', is going to follow the success line with 'Krishnam Vande Jagathgurum' casting Victory Venkatesh. The film will go to the floors from 13th Dec, on the occasion of Venkatesh’s birthday. Later, the regular shooting will commence from January. Presently, the script work on the end sequences is being done. A combination of both philosophy and action forms the movie’s theme. And it will be made in a different style compared to Venky’s previous flicks, said director Krish has made the script in a fresh backdrop and has planned to present Venkatesh in a complete new look.
Manyam Entertainments begins their next on 2nd Dec
Debutant director GV Sudhakar Naidu made the movie ‘Hero’ featuring Nithin and Bhavana as the hero and heroines. The movie was produced Manyam Ramesh on Manyam Entertainments banner. Now Ramesh is going to start off his next which will be a suspense thriller starring Naresh, Shivaji, Rajiv Kanakala, Meera Jasmine and Arthi Chabriya. Debutant of ‘Flash News’, Ashok is said to direct this new movie of Manyam Ramesh. Previously, the launch date was announced as 25th Nov. But now it has been postponed to 2nd December. The regular shooting for this film will start from 3rdDecember.NagChaithanya’s film goes to Agra and Vizag
Grandson of Akkineni Nageswara Rao, Son of Nagarjuna, NagChaithanya is debuting as a hero with a high budget movie, to be produced by 'Dil' Raju on Sri Venkateswara Creations banner. Vasu Varma will debut as a director with this film. The movie was launched on 22nd Sep'08 on the birthday of ANR. The regular shooting is progressing now at Hyderabad. The upcoming schedules are being planned at Agra and Vizag. The crew has plans to shoot for 45 days in Agra, and in Vizag it will be canned for 20 days. During filming in Vizag, a special private security has been arranged to avoid any disturbances by fans. It is yet to be confirmed that which of these schedules will be done first. Swetha Prasad of 'Kotha Bangaru Lokam' fame and 'Aavakai Biryani's Bindu Madhavi are the girls being considered to play the heroine. Another new girl is also in this tentative list. The female lead will be selected shortly. The title 'Jhosh' is the tentative name for the movie.Sumanth's 'Boni' in December
Music director-turned-producer Ramana Gogula is producing the tentatively titled movie ‘Boni’ which will be the first for his Green Mangoes production. Starring Sumanth and Kruthi, debutant director Raj Pipaala is going to make this movie. The talkie portions have been filmed and the final editing to be done at the lab is kept pending. Presently, the movie has been already set on the editing table. The makers have planned to release the audio by first week of December, and the movie in the 2nd or 3rd week of the same month.First half completed in Rajasekhar – Bhoomika's movie
Achanta Gopinath the maker of films like 'Donga Ramudu' starring Balakrishna, is presently directing a pricey film based on the Malayalam hit 'Hello'. Actor Rajasekhar and Bhoomika play the lead pair in this remake. Devoid of publicity, the movie has completed about 30 percent of the shooting till now. Rajasekhar is playing the character of a criminal lawyer in the film. Bhoomika will take part in the shooting from January.Siddharth, busy as a bee again
Hero Siddharth has been out of sight for some time in Telugu film industry. He is however set to return in a big way in 2009. Siddhartha is acting in the film Konchem Ishtamga Konchem Kashtamga produced by Nallamalapu Srinivas. The film will hit the screens in January 2009. Siddharth's another film is with producer DVV Danayya. The film has been titled as Oyebaby Shamili is debuting as heroine through this film. Siddhartha has also agreed to act in a film to be directed by a newcomer Rambabu. The title 'Baava' is under consideration. The names of the other star cast and technicians will be announced shortly. and 
Mumaith's Punnami Nagu to excite all
Shooting of Punnami Nagu with popular item girl Mumaith Khan in the title role, directed by A Kodandarami Reddy and produced by G Vijayakumar Goud under the banner of Sound and Claps was almost complete. Two songs were canned in Bangkok recently. Producer commented, "The film would definitely attract the mass audiences. The entire film has been brought out as an entertainer and at the same time very exciting. We have remixed the popular song 'Ragulutondi Mogali Poda...' and choreographed on Rajiv Kanakala, Suhasini and Mumaith Khan. This song would remain a highlight in the flick. The visual effects for the film are being carried out in London.”Puli stills leaked through internet
The successful combination of Khushi, Pawan Kalyan and SJ Surya are again pairing up for Puli. Nikasha is making her debut as heroine through the flick, which is being produced by Singanamala Ramesh. Pawan Kalyan is portraying the role of a powerful police officer. The film will have all kinds of elements as expected by the fans. The film would also discuss the current circumstances in the society. Presently the shooting of the film is presently in progress at Malaysia. AR Rahman is scoring tunes for the movie. Binod Pradhan from Bollywood is the cinematographer. Though the film is being shot abroad, the stills of the film have appeared in a section of the Internet and the unit is in dilemma as to how the photographs have come out despite having taken much precautions.Vinayakudu sets the box office ringing
Vinayakudu, directed by Sekhar Kammula's protege Sai Kiran, with the Happy Days lead pair Krishnudu and Sonia, has been produced by Sarita Patra. This film about love between a fat guy and a pretty, young and ambitious girl caught the audiences' imagination and opened to full houses all over Andhra Pradesh. Vinayakudu started off with very little hype and not much was reported about it but when word leaked out that Dil Raju had obtained the rights of the film for the Nizam and Vizag areas, the media got excited and hyped the film. This hype helped Vinayakudu to get a good start at the box office. Vinayakudu was released with a limited number of prints and got collections with over 90% of the theatres being full for the weekend. At Odeon (RTC Crossroads) and Prasads, all six shows were houseful for Saturday and Sunday. At Vizag (for entire Uttar Andhra), the film was released with only one print and went houseful over the weekend.Chiranjeevi offers blood to Mumbai victims
Chiranjeevi offered blood from Chiranjeevi Charitable Trust to the injured in Mumbai. CCT is also holding blood camps in Mumbai. Speaking at a press meet he accused the Mumbai mayhem as the failure of congress government. He said that all parties have to unite show solidarity regarding this testing time.
King Size Romance
Nagarjuna is ‘king’ of romance in Tollywood. He is Manmadhudu of Telugu screen. Ge might have come of age, but his charm with the fair sex still seems unbroken. Probably that is why the handsome hero is all set to romance with not just one or two but about 9 to 10 damsels for his current film. Yes, director Sreenu Vytla is planning a special song for his current movie with Nagarjuna, King, like the super hit song of SRK’s Om Shanti Om. Unlike Om Shanti Om, this song in King will have only about 10 heroines shaking leg with Nagarjuna. The film already has three heroines - Trisha (main lead), Mamta Mohandas (second lead) and Madhushalini (in small role). Now another 5, 6 heroines are being roped in for this special song. Altogether 10 glam girls will be romancing King. Currently, King’s shooting is going on in Bangkok despite the turmoil in that nation. The unit will be coming back to India later this week. The film is scheduled for Decemer 18 release. -Manchu Pallaki producer is no more
MR Prasada Rao who produced the classic film Manchu Pallaki with Chiranjeevi in the direction of Vamsi expired on Sunday (23 November) due to cardiac arrest at Yasodha hospital. He was admitted in ICU on 21 November. MR Prasada Rao is basically from Rajahmundry. May his soul rest in peace.
Gummuluri Sastri is no more
Gummuluri Sastri who produced Jandhyala’s Padamati Sandhya Ragam with USA backdrop expired on the night of Monday (24 November 2008). He went to USA to do masters in 1965 and settled over there. He also acted in Padamati Sandhya Ragam. He directed a film titled Atu America Itu India which won Nandi award. May his soul rest in peace.
Ravi Teja's Nenithe crew is safe in Pattaya
Puri Jagannath’s ‘Neninthe’ starring Ravi Teja and Shiya is being produced by DVV Danayya on Universal Media banner. The talkies portion was carried out in the places of Hyderabad and has been completed. The crew went to Bangkok a few days back for filming the last song that was pending. The anti-government protesters siege of Bangkok's Suvarnabhumi International Airport in Thai capital on Wednesday made a huge impact. Many travelers were stranded after the authorities shut down the airport and cancelled flights. Indian and foreign airlines have cancelled daily flights that operate between the countries. The 'Neninthe' team which was backing home after completing the song, has decided to stay back till 29th as the flights are cancelled.The Unit including Puri Jagannath, Ravi Teja and Shiya is now staying in Pattaya, Thailand. Director Puri Jagannath informed the media that all the members of the unit are safe in Pattaya, through a phone call.Bhoomika's first production begins Nov 29
Bhoomika debuted as a heroine to Telugu cinema with 'Yuvakudu'. She became a sought after heroine with 'Khushi' opposite Pawan Kalyan. She co-starred with most of the top heroes like Chijanjeevi in 'Jai Chiranjeeva', Nagarjuna in 'Snehamante Idera', Venktesh in 'Vasu', Ravi Teja in 'Naa Autograph', Shivaji in 'Missamma' and was gained a niche for herself as a good artist.. Recently, her movies 'Anasuya' and 'Mallepuvvu' have been released. She is now happily married to a yoga master Bharath Thakur. The news of her foray into production and media was already out in the papers. Her production house Down Town Pictures has already been initiated, and plans are on to start a film magazine and a web-site in the name ‘Movie Minar’ on Nov 29. On the same day, in the direction of 'Satyabama' fame Srihari Nanu, the first movie of Down Town’s production banner will be commenced. Reliance becomes a production partner for 'Puli'
In the direction of ‘Khushi’ fame SJ Suryah, producer Singanamala Ramesh is making the movie ‘Puli’ starring Pawan Kalyan and Nikasha Patel on Kanaka Rathna Movies banner. The crew of the movie is now shooting in Malaysia. A new scoop is Reliance Communications is now a part of the production team of ‘Puli’ and has undertaken the rights to promote their products through the movie promos. Latest update is Mitsubishi has joined as one more co-partner. On the same line of Reliance, Mitsubishi has delivered a Pajero Car to be sported by the hero in the scenes of the movie. Today’s rapidly changing trend in business and entertainment is amalgamating and coming into a solitary confinement. If all ends well, it would be a favorable changRajeshkar Film 'Satyameva Jayathe' litigates on January 14th
In line with the super hit films like 'Evadaithe Na Kenti' and 'Gorintaku', actor Rajasekhar is working with bustled enthusiasm for 'Satyameva Jayathe'. The glamour quotient is being rendered by Neethu Chandra, Sheril Pinto and Sanjana. The filming is in progress at Ramoji Film City. The makers are planning to release the audio on the 25th of December on Christmas Eve. The movie is being readied for a January release, during the Sankrathi Festival. Music director Chinna, who has earlier composed music for 'Evadaithe Na Kenti' is rendering the music for 'Satyameva Jayathe'. Atul Kulkarni, Sayaji Shinde, Sivaji and Milind Soman are playing important roles in this movie. Like all ‘Angry Young Man’ movies, we can expect a clean entertainer garnished with a slew of political satires.Sharvanand comes out with a debutant director
Sharvanand, the graceful artist of ‘Gamyam’ is going to act in the direction of a debutant director. Shankar was an editor in the movies produced by Ram Gopal Varma and ‘Allari’ Ravi who is also the mentor of Praveen Sri, the debutant. He worked as an associate for Shankar and is now going to make his first stint as a director. The new movie featuring Sharvanand in the direction of Praveen Sri will soon go to the floors. A fresh cast is being planned for the movie including the heroine and the movie will be made trilingual in Telugu, Tamil and Hindi. The film will start off in January and a big production house is said to be the producers.Autobiography of Brahmanandam
For some lucky people life is a bed of roses, for others it is a survival of the fittest. To succeed in life, they have to work hard. Those who work hard with dedication, whatever the goal might be will not be a difficult task to accomplish. The ideologies said above are evident from the comedy star Brahmanandam's life. Born on 1st February 1956, in a remote village called Mupalla in Sattenapalli, a clan of the vishwabrahmin, Brahmanadam is the only educated member in his family. After completing post graduation (MA), he worked as a Telugu lecturer in Attili College. During these days, he had a habit of entertaining his students with his mimicry sometimes. In an inter-college drama competition held at Narsaraopeta, he got the best supporting artist prize for the drama staged by their team. Watching his action in 'Moddabai' drama, popular director Jandhyala offered him a short role in 'Chantabbai', which was his first film. Later, in the direction of Jandhyala in Dr D Ramanaidu’s production 'Aha na pellanta' popularized him as a good artist. That was the beginning of the Brahmanandam era and till now the actor tickles the funny bone of the audiences. He had acted in over 700 movies and consequently entered into the Guiness Book of Records for his colossal career span. His very presence brings smile on the face of the spectators. Rome was not built in a day and same way he emerged after a plethora of hurdles in life. His struggles as an upcoming artist, his continuation of studies, the journey to stardom is all to be out as an autobiography shortly. As of now, about 60 percent of the book has been completed and it will soon be ready for publishing.'Kuberulu' is getting released on December 4th
Shivaji, Ali, Krishna Bhagavan, Farzana and Kausha are the cast of ‘Kuberulu’ directed by Srinivas Reddy. Producers Karuturi Srinivas and Yaganti Srinivas are making this movie on Godavari Talkies banner. The shooting of Kuberulu has been completed and it is said to be released on 4th December. The movie will be screened for the censor board on 28th Nov to obtain a certification. Srinivas Reddy and Shivaji works together for the third time in ‘Kuberulu’ which is a full length comedy entertainer.
Sreenu Vytla’s plans to direct Prabhas
Prabhas is now acting in ‘Billa’ made in the direction of ‘Kanthri’ fame Meher Ramesh on Gopikrishna Movies banner. Said to be a stylish movie, it is presently being canned in Malaysia on a 50 day schedule. Sreenu Vytla is the director of ‘King’ starring Nagarjuna, Trisha and Mamtha Mohandas. After King, he has signed for a movie with Venkatesh, to be produced by Sureshbabu and Giri. Talks are now abuzz that Prabhas is going to act in the direction of Sreenu Vytla. Although his schedule is quite taut, the director has plans to direct Prabhas’s movie subsequently.Rajamouli starts his next in April
Suneel’s debut to Telugu cinema started off with ‘Chirunavvutho’. He played a character artist and gained fame in ‘Nuvvu Nenu’ by director Teja. He had the skill to make the audiences laugh which made him a favorite among the masses as a comedy star. After playing a slew of movies in comical roles, he became a hero in ‘Andala Ramudu’ which became a hit. Now on good times, Suneel got the opportunity to act in the movie to be made by blockbuster director SS Rajamouli who is currently directing Ramcharan Teja's film. It is learnt that the film will be made as an end-to-end comedy entertainer, and will go to the floors from April 2009.'Satyameva Jayathe' in Sessions Court
Actor Rajasekhar stands fit for police officer roles from which he came to be widely known as the ‘Angry Young Man’. It started off with his first ‘Ankusham’ in the direction of Kodi Ramakrishna. Jeevitha played the heroine in which Rajasekhar played a powerful demanding officer which made it big among the masses. He carried on the image in his following movies which attained him the title said above. The latest film in which he does his usual best role, a police officer is 'Satyameva Jayathe'. The movie is being made in the direction of Jeevitha Rajasekhar. Currently, the shooting is being done at Ramoji Film City. Rajasekhar, Neethu Chandra, Saikiran, Milind Soman, Jayanthi are on the sets of a Hyderabad Sessions Court, where some important scenes are being shot. The story gathers momentum here which leads to some action part that will be filmed in the direction of horseman Babu.Malavika is now mommy
Actress Malavika who debuted to Telugu cinema with ‘Chala Bagundi’ is now delightedBlogger: FILMMASTI 4U - Create Post to play the role of mommy in real life. She gave birth to a baby boy in Mumbai on Tuesday. In the direction of EVV Satyanarayana, she shared screen space with Srikanth and Vadde Naveen in her first movie. Quite a popular star in Tamil, she had acted alongside almost all the popular actors. ‘Apparao Driving School’ starring Rajendra Prasad and Malavika got her a wide recognition in Tollywood. Her other films include ‘Priya Nestama’ and ‘Sundarandugu’. She got married to Suresh last year in Bangalore. Now, the couple is full of joy after the birth of the child. Both the child and mom are safe and healthy, informed Suresh to the media.Sen Sisters are teaming up
The bong sisters have by now firmly established themselves in B-Town with a couple of credible performances in some movies. Although they cannot be called as A-list leading ladies, the variety in looks and the inherent acting talents have helped Riya Sen and Raima Sen to carve a niche. Soon for the first time the sisters will be seen together on the big screen. For the Bengali movie titled as 'Nauka Dubi' to be directed by the acclaimed film maker Rituporno Ghosh, the sen sisters are going to share the screen space. The movie's story is an adaptation of a very famous novel written by Rabindranath Tagore having the same name as that of the film.Paathshala opens in summer holidays
'Paathshala – Admissions opens from Jan 2009'. Producers got us elated with the promos carrying these taglines. Perhaps, the film was expected to hit the screens on Jan 9, 2009 with Shahid Kapoor, Nana Patekar and Sunil Shetty in lead roles. And now producer Saira Khan and her husband-Director Ahmed have planned to shift the film's release in the mid of March-April. Well, shooting for the film was completed before couple of months and post productions works are on the last legs. Since, it's the time of summer holidays; producers seemed to have zeroed down for this best time of releasing their film for family audiences to enjoy. Everyone likes journeying down the lane to their school days and filmmaker Ahmed has his plans of spelling those sweet memories for us. The exotic ambience of school campus must have enthralled everyone with looks of original vistas. It lies in the innovative quotient of Director Ahmed as he erected those sets in Film City that is inclusive of class rooms, dormitories, principal's cabin, staff rooms, 6/7 huge corridors, basket ball court, garden, assembly hall, music room and canteen.Chitrangada gets two plum roles
Sudhir Mishra's entire grudge against actress Chitrangada Singh who he had given a rousing entry into the tinsel town by giving her a leading role in the highly acclaimed movie 'Hazaaro Khwaishein Aisi' disappeared once he saw the second movie of the actress 'Sorry Bhai'. It was precisely because of this film directed by Onir that Sudhir was angry and he had also made his annoyance public by stating that he was expecting Chitrangada to make a comeback to acting doing a role in his movie. After watching 'Sorry Bhai' and liking the film very much, Sudhir not only decided to forget all his bitterness but also to give Chitrangada two new roles having a great scope for performing. 'The Nawab, The Nautch Girl and The John Company' is the name of one of the movies that will have the actress who has a striking resemblance to the late acting powerhouse Smitha Patil, playing a role of a nautch girl.Sanjay Dutt says no to politics
Sanjay Dutt has cleared all the speculations of him following his father's footsteps and joining politics. For sometime the issue had become a hot topic after the B-Town star admitted to having ambitions to enter the world of politics and contest elections. Now it seems that Sanju baba has thought a lot in the past couple of months as he has come to the conclusion that politics is not his ball game at all. Speaking at a session named as "Leadership Lesson From Munnabhai" inspired from his two blockbuster movies from the 'Munnabhai' series and conducted on the second day of the two-day HT Leadership Summit 2008, Sanjay said that previously he had seriously thought of joining politics but later on decided not to go ahead as he is a person who gives more importance to the call of the heart and not the mind. He also said he wanted to concentrate on his acting career and for the next 10 years he will not be even thinking of an innings in politics. Sanjay further told that he does not think that to serve the nation it is necessary to be associated with any political party as already he is part of several activities that are aimed at making a difference in the society like helping the street kids who are into drugs to leave the dangerous habit and also helping cancer patients.Nagarjuna in Durga Arts film
The production house Durga Arts’ first movie was ‘Kshana Kshanam’ starring Venkatesh and Sridevi, by director Ram Gopal Varma. The saga of their first success was carried out in the movies like ‘Hello Brother’ with Nagarjuna and NTR’s ‘Rakhi’. Producer KL Narayana of Durga Arts was out for awhile after these hit films. After a long gap, he is now set to produce a new film starring Nagarjuna. Presently, the script work is in progress. A new director will be introduced with this film which will soon go on to the floors soon. Earlier, KL Narayana aspired to producer a high budget movie with Maheshbabu, in the direction of debutant Jasthi Hemambaradhar Rao. The title 'Mirchi veedu chala hot guru' was also registered for that film. As that film could not materialize due to some untold reasons, producer KL Narayana is planning a new film casting Nagarjuna. Maybe this could be the dream project of the producer.
Venkatesh’s one more production house
The actor could be referred to as the most versatile of all who started off his first stint in movies with ‘Manavuri Pandavulu’. He continued his career without much pomp that he is the offspring of a senior producer. He never had an image set and tried out repertoire demeanors in his films. A minimum guarantee star for the producers, he has a high humor quotient by which he could satirize himself and others. Audiences of all age groups heaped applause for him, and he is victory Venkatesh. His versatile performance in all his movies entertained the viewers. Venky’s latest hit being 'Chinthakayala Ravi', and is soon going to act in the direction of 'Gamyam' fame Radhakrishna (Krish) in the film 'Krishnam Vande Jagathgurum'. Previously, Sureshbabu and Dr Ramanaidu have been producing films on Suresh Productions banner, which is Venkatesh’s home production. Till now, it was the only one but Venky has plans to launch a new production house apart from the existing one. The company will produce commercial subjects besides giving importance to scripts that are close to Venkatesh’s ideas.Telugu Film horror to entertainer
Vamsi Krishna Akella, the man behind ‘Raksha’, a definitive horror has now changed paths and is going to make an in and out commercial entertainer. He was the script writer for Ram Gopal Varma’s ‘Phoonk’ and later became a director as RGV was impressed with this narrative style. Vamsi’s very first venture proved successful and made him a notable director in the industry. The same production house behind ‘Raksha’, Zed3 Pictures Productions and One more thoughts of RGV’s is going to start this new movie in the direction of Vamsi Krishna Akella. Sources close to the director have revealed that Vamsi Krishna, who touched the horror genre on his debut, will be making an entertainer this time. The movie will be launched shortly.Telugu Actor Yashwanth on the way with 'Anukokunda'
Yashwanth who is popularly known after his movies ‘Aroje’ and ‘Gajibiji’ is now playing the hero in ‘Anukokunda’. Sasha is playing the heroine in this movie directed by debutant Ali F. and produced by Manne Govardhan Reddy on MGR Cinemas. Around eight percent of the talkie portions have been filmed along with two of the songs. Speaking on this occasion producer Manne Govardhan Reddy said, “The first half of the film has been made on the backdrop of Metro-youth culture, while the second half is made as a comic thriller which will entertain every age group of audiences. We have completed two of the songs and about eighty percent of the talkie portions. By December 15th, we will film the incomplete portions and windup the shooting.” The film’s cast also includes Kiran, Hari Krishna, Satyam Rajesh, Gundu Sudharshan in important roles. Music is by Alivar and lyrics by Bapu Thaidula. Cameraman Sathibabu does cinematography while editing is handled by 'Mantri' Upendra.'More steamy scenes in next Bond film'
Bond star Daniel Craig has promised 007 fans that the super spy's next big screen outing will be steamier. The actor's latest turn as the suave secret agent, Quantum of Solace, proved a huge hit with fans and critics alike, shooting to number one at the Britain and US box offices - enjoying the most lucrative Bond film opening in history. However, according to aources, the British actor has promised the next film in the successful franchise will involve more intimate scenes. "For Bond to jump in bed with 10 women would contradict the whole things. But in the next movie everybody wants it, (saucy scenes) so we're going to have it," he said.Priyanka Chopra on the cover of Blender
Bollywood actor Priyanka Chopra seems to be going places and now she will be seen on the cover of a top music magazine Blender, that launched its first Indian cover. In fact Priyanka, who was recently addressed to as 'The Sexiest Indian Actress' by Shah Rukh Khan, had featured on the cover of Maxim India's launch edition three years ago. Maxim is the Blender's sister publication. The former Miss World, who recently tasted success at the Box Office with two back to back hits Fashion and Dostana, has been portrayed as a performer. One gets to know the musical side of the actress, something, which is not known to everybody. International singers like Britney Spears, Leona Lewis to name a few have featured on the cover and now Priyanka is on this list as well. Blender is a music magazine for the now generation. It was born out of a technology-inspired shift in the way music is consumed when gadgets such as the iPOD, the ubiquity of Internet penetration in the urban landscape and the emphasis of essential devices such as the cell phone, on music, have realigned the musical focus from albums to singles and listening to music, from a stationary activity to music on the move.Plagiarism charges on 'Taare Zameen Par'
The renowned 69 year old writer Shakuntala Devi who has authored 22 books has pointed an accusing finger towards the super hit film 'Taare Zameen Par' blaming that a lot of the content of the critically and commercially successful movie has been copied from one her books titled as 'In the Wonderland Of Numbers'. The book's main character is a nine year old girl suffering from dyslexia Shakuntala Devi is saying that not only the idea to have a kid suffering from the disability taken from her book, but the content of some whole chapters and incidents of her book also have been reproduced in the movie without her permission. She also says that once Kamal Hassan had complemented her and said that if an intelligent producer is bought on board and a movie is made based on the book, then it can create a huge impact in the whole world. The producer and the director of 'Taare Zameen Par', Aamir Khan has still not responded to the allegations. Shakuntala Devi says that she expects the actor to write a letter to her explaining why he made use of the material from her book for his movie.NagaChainthya’s first Side lights
Nagchaithanya being an heir to acting profession in the Akkineni's family, and a grandson of Dr. D Ramanaidu, the occasion was more like a family function with the two families gathered under the one roof. Interestingly, Venkatesh who never appeared in the audio functions of Nagarjuna’s movies was present on this occasion. The music presentation by DeviSri Prasad and his team attracted the audiences largely. The comedy skids presented by Srinivas Reddy, Venu Madhav and Suneel evoked hilarious laughter from the crowd. The screening of pictures featuring Nageswara Rao and Nagarjuna along with Nagchaithanya’s, that show cased the three generations of heroes from Akkineni family was a time to relish for the fans of Akkineni family. Nagarjuna who never danced for a full song on stage, has danced for the first time to the entire sequence of King's title song, which garnered special attraction. Venkatesh after releasing the audio CD distributed them to the guests on stage. Finally, only one CD was left out. In a witty style, he displayed it to the audiences emoting that this last piece is for him. This amusing act of Venky’s was enjoyed by everyone.
Nagarjuna - I handover Nagchaithanya to you
Producer 'Dil' Raju, the Midas maker is soon going to debut Nagchaithanya as a hero in the yet to be titled movie in the direction of Vasu Varma. The name of Akkineni Nageshwara Rao was carried forward by Nagarjuna and he is now shouldered by his son Nagchaithanya in to the filmdom. The new movie of Nag-III was launched on 22nd Sep'2008, on the birthday of ANR. To officially introduce him to media, the stage of Nagarjunas 'King' audio release was selected. Beaming Nagarjuna introduced Nagchaithanya to the fans and said, “My thanks to the fans and media for supporting me as a hero till now. Now I am handing over my heir Nagchaithanya for the Telugu cinema, to you. I wish all of you will support him as you have supported me earlier.”
Nag’s chain and Venky’s comment
Celebrities made impressive speeches at the combined function of King’s audio launch and Nag Chainthanya’s debut. Victory Venkatesh a clan of the family speaking to the audience said, "Before 20 years, when Nagarjuna pulled out the cycle chain out of his pockets (Shiva), the entire state of Andhra watched it with awe and went berserk. Now, if Nagchaithanya lays his hands down, not just Andhra but the impact should reach the whole of India. I wish that he should prevail as a versatile actor and request the audience to support him on his venture."The only graduate - D Ramanaidu
Among the members of Akkineni family on stage, Dr D Ramanaidu was also present on the occasion of his grandson Nagchaithanya’s first time and birthday, during the audio launch of ‘King’. Speaking to the gathering, ‘I am very happy today. Nagchaithanya is the only grandson amongst my grandchildren who has completed graduation. I am happy to see him as an upcoming hero,’ said Ramanaidu emotionally.NagChainthanya Spectacular Entry
A quite popular news of today’s is the audio release of Nagarjuna’s ‘King’ and his son Nagchaithanya’s introduction on the same stage that was held at Gachibowli Stadium on 23rd. Everyone new NagChainthanya will be introduced on the dais the same day. But, the way his intro was done impressed the gathering immensely. On completing his speech, Akkineni Nageswara Rao called out to his grandson by saying,’ where are you, Nagchaithanya? Come to the stage’. Suddenly, the lights were switched off and entire place became pitch black. A focus light highlighted a big screen which screened the image of Nagchaithanya walking towards the audience. Towards the end of the clip, the lights were turned on and whoa! Chaithanya was on stage. The entire sequence was presented with perfect timing which gave an appearance as if he made his entry from the screen to the stage.“I never imagined NagChaithanya aspired to be a star” Nageswara Rao
On the occasion of 'King' audio release and Nag Chaithanya's introduction to the media on his birthday, Dr Akkineni Nageswara Rao shared some of his experiences with the audiences. On expressing his gratitude to the fans he said, "To all those innumerable fans who have come from far and wide places to attend this function, to all the fans of my family and to all my admirable fans; I thank you all from the bottom of my heart." Sivaprasad Reddy the head of Kamakshi, who has arranged this function in such a galore, is a close companion of our family. I appreciate his efforts for organizing this function in grandeur. I need mention anything special about my son Nagarjuna which goes the same for the popular artists Srihari, Brahmanandam, Suneel and Venu Madhav. The only people who are not familiar to me are Trisha and Mamtha Mohandas.
‘My favourite hero is Nagarjuna’ – Sreenu Vytla
Fanfare and star galore marked the occasion of King’s audio launch on 23rd Nov at Gachibowli Stadium. Starring Nagarjuna, Trisha and Mamtha Mohandas, Sreenu Vytla has directed the movie. Head of Kamakshi Kala Movies, D. Sivaprasad Reddy has produced the movie. The event was pompous as it was Nagarjuna’s son Nag Chainthanya’s first foray into limelight. Addressing the audience on the occasion director Sreenu Vytla said, “I am on cloud nine for two big reasons for I got to direct Nagarjuna who was my all time favorite hero. Second is the movie ‘King’ in our combined effort is being anticipated largely. So, to sustain the expectations we have meticulously worked hard. My only concern is I would be missing him a lot as the shooting is near completion.” King is a complete family package that is made to entertain everyone. Fans of Nagarjuna expect him to fight, dance and romance. I am sure we have imbued all these elements including a folk song. The visuals are out splendid. Devi Prasad’s earlier musical hits in my movies have reached a pinnacle with King. Sivaprasad Reddy is an able producer and he has made this film on a huge budget. His contribution in bringing out the movie successfully is immense. I wish to make more entertaining films with Nagarjuna and also with his son Naga Chaithanya.
King Audio Released on Nov 23
Said to be the last movie before Nagarjuna’s break, ‘King’ is the one in the direction of Sreenu Vytla featuring Nagarjuna, Trisha and Mamta Mohandas in the lead. D. Sivaprasad Reddy produces this high budget movie on Kamakshi Kala Movies banner. The audio of King was released on 23rd evening in a grand function that was held at Gachibowli Stadium. The music is being marketed by the popular music company Aditya Music. The first copy was released by hero Venkatesh who then presented the first CD to Akkineni Nagarjuna. The extravagant function had a plethora of people from the filmdom including the movie’s hero Nagarjuna, Venkatesh, Sumanth, Sushanth, Akkineni Nageswara Rao, K.Raghavendar Rao, Gemini Kiran, A.Nagasuseela, Chinthalapudi Srinivasa Rao, K.L.Narayan, D.Sivaparasad Reddy, Sreenu Vytla, Suneel, Brahmanandam, Venu Madhav, Jaiprakash Reddy, Charan Reddy, D.Sureshbabu, Gopi Mohan, Kona Venkat, Prasad Murella, DeviSri Prasad, Trisha, Mamta Mohandas, Prakash, Varma, Apoorva among others.
Swetha carefully plans her future
Swetha Basu Prasad, who earned good marks in the recent hit film Kotha Bangaru Lokam is in great demand in the Telugu film industry. The Mumbai girl is not just signing every film that comes in her way but also carefully planning her future. She has also got offers from Bollywood. Hence she has decided to be selective in finalizing the subjects. Very recently she approved a Telugu film and signed the dotted line. The film is likely to be directed by NV Prasad while it is being produced under the banner of Ratna Celluloids. Two young heroes are playing the heroes. The regular shooting of the film would begin from the first week of December. More details are awaitedNakoka Girlfriend Kavali for Dec
Janakiram Reddy is directing and producing a film Nakoka Girlfriend Kavali under the banner of Dreamland Cinema with Santosh Pawan and Mounika in the lead. The audio of the film is most likely to be released into the market through Madhura Entertainment very soon. The director cum producer said, "We are planning to release the film in December. The film has come out on the lines of Happy Days and Kotha Bangaru Lokam and it would be a fresh youthful entertainer."Santoh Pawan commented, "The film is coming up in tune with the present trend and there are many commercial elements that could attract the youth. I am sure that the film would earn adequate recognition for me."Such incidents disturbed me a lot, says Trisha
The young and beautiful damsel Trisha earned a high place in the hearts of the Telugu audiences with her performance in ‘Varsham’. She was on a high pedestal among all the heroines especially for the Telugu audiences. However, she was disturbed mentally on various occasions because of various websites. She told a journalist recently, ‘I hate the film journalists of the internet. It was the web media which is going beyond limits in spreading gossips and in fact they are resorting to yellow journalism. Some time ago, i.e., before the release of ‘Nuvvostanante Nenoddantana’ one website showcased some of my bathroom scenes. Later, they spread a gossip that I had a tiff with the Chennai police and they went to an extent that I slapped the police in an inebriated condition. They kept on writing some gossip or other on me. Very recently, some nude photographs were released by morphing my face to some others. I don’t know what they gain by throwing mud on me and disturb me unnecessarily. These incidents really disturbed me a lot mentally.’Puri unites Parasuram with Raviteja
Parasuram, who worked as an associate with Puri Jagannath, got a promotion as director through ‘Yuvata’ and earned a good name as a good director. This young director got an opportunity to direct Raviteja now. It is no surprise that it was Puri Jagannath, who introduced Parasuram to Raviteja and convinced him to do a film with him. Adityaram is going to produce the flick and story discussions for the project are underway. The film would start rolling after Raviteja completes his present assignment ‘Kick’.Auto rally for Avakai Biryani
The hero of the film in Avakai Biryani is an auto driver. The auto union of Andhra Pradesh expressed its happiness over it. General Secretary of auto union Venkatesh said that he liked the film and felt happy about the auto driver becoming the mandal president by solving the village problems. The auto rally organized by auto union was started at Sandhya theater on the morning with 250 autos. The rally covered Erragadda (Gokul) and Siva Parvati (KPHB) and then ended at Venkatadri (Dilshuk Nagar). The unit also expressed their satisfaction about the support given by the auto drivers union.
Myaav on 28 November
Choreographer Vidya is making his debut as a director with a thriller titled Myaav. It is a thriller. The actors of the film are not being revealed till the release. Most of the film is shot in Bangkok. The postproduction work is almost over. The producer is planning to release the film on 28 November.
Arya II is the working title
Arya II is working title of the sequel of Arya film. The title might be changed at a later point of time. Allu Arjun is doing the same role in the sequel. Anu Mehta and Siva Balaji are being replaced by Kajal Agarwal and Navadeep. Glamour babe Sraddha Das does another key role. V Aditya Babu and Bhogavally Prasad jointly produce this film.
Who will autograph for Bindhu Madhavi? - Mahesh or Pawan
An associate of Shekhar Kammula, Anish Kuruvilla debuted as a director with 'Aavakai Biryani', in the production of Shekhar Kammula, with Kamal Kamaraju and debutante Telugu girl Bindhu Madhavi in the lead cast. Although, the movie started off with mixed reviews, it gradually moved to average and is now successfully running in theatres. On knowing Bindhu’s passion for Pawan Kalyan and Mahesh babu, director Shekhar Kammula promised to get her the autographs of Pawan and Mahesh after the release of 'Aavakai Biryani'. Do you wish to know whether Bindhu Madhavi got the autographs of her favorite stars? Just wait for some time.
KSR Pictures’ brings Upendra and Venu
KSR Pictures’ are set to bring in the Kannada superstar Upendra and Venu under one roof. Upendra is quite known in Telugu with his films ‘A’ and ‘Upendra’ and this will be his first straight film. Now he is going to share screen space with Venu, which will be out after EVV’s ‘Kanyadanam’ in their combination. The film will be produced by K.Sagar, who earlier presented the dubbing film 'Veedhi Roudy' in Telugu, on KSR Pictures banner. One of the heroines has been short listed as Kaveri Jha, and another lead lady is yet to be decided. L Sanjeev is going to churn out the story-screenplay-direction for this film, which starts shooting in the first week of December.
Telugu Director Rajamouli’s reel rolls away
People might be a tad amused hearing this news but it’s quite a conundrum for the people at Ramoji Film city. A film roll that had few of the recently canned shots went missing from Rainbow Lab. Director SS Rajamouli is presently doing this movie featuring Ram Charan Teja in the lead which is being produced by Allu Arvind on Gita Arts banner. After a day’s time, a 500 sq. ft. can was found missing which had mere two or three scenes at the most. The makers have filed a case against the same in Hayat Nagar station. Lately, raw footage from the movie was seen on the internet but the culprits are still on the run. This new theft adds suspicion on the security levels in the film city. The director’s side says that the scenes were all on a blue mat and are of not much importance. Even if it is broadcasted online, it’s not so crucial ones and lacks finishing. Search is on to find out the real story behind the theft of this reel story.Trivikram in the lounge for Vijay
Director Trivikram Srinivas is eagerly waiting in the lounge for the arrival of fight master Vijayan. Starring prince Mahesh Babu and Parvathi Melton in the lead, the movie is all set to produced by Singanamala Ramesh on Kanaka Ratna Movies banner. Plans were on to commence the shooting from the 19th of this month but the supposed to be date has been postponed. The action scenes possess high level of prominence and further there are sequences, in which the hero has to ride on horses. Keeping these factors in mind, the director opined that fight master Vijayan would be the best choice to direct these scenes well. To bring in the best for his movie, director Trivikram has put a short break till Vijayan arrives to the sets.Currently, Vijayan is working for Pawan Kalyan's 'Puli' and in Ramcharan Teja - Rajamouli's film. Hence, Trivikram is on the wait to acquire dates from Vijayan. A big set is un'O Udayam O Sayamkalam' in the banks of Godavari
Director Tanubalak is making the movie titled ‘O Udayam O Sayamkalam’ starring Anand and Shareen as the lead pair. Varma S. Yepuri is producing the movie on Yepuri Visions, which has been started recently at Annapurna Studios. The regular shooting will commence from 22nd in the beautiful locales of Yedurlanka, Yanaam, Rajolu, Rajahmundry and the surrounding areas in Godavari District. The schedule has planned for about 20 days in this location. The next schedule that is reserved for four of the songs which will be canned in the beautiful spots of Kerala and one more song will be done at Hyderabad. After filming the songs, the talkie parts will be carried out. Cast of the film includes Bhanuchander, Chandra Mohan, MS Narayana, Rao Ramesh, Harsha Vardhan, Jogi Naidu, Master Bharath, JD Prasad, Appa Rao, Raja Sridhar, Babi and others. Music is composed by Vinu Thomas for the lyrics penned by Vanamali.Jagapathi Babu continues his saga in ‘Ghanudu’
Director Krishna Vamsi's 'Anthapuram' was the first for Jagapathi babu who played a cameo that comes onscreen for about a half-an-hour on the screen. For his astounding performance in this role, Jagapathi babu received the AP government’s prestigious Nandi Award. Imbued by the success he went on to do the films like 'Hanuman Junction', 'Anukokunda Oka Roju', 'Lakshyam' and 'SivaKasi' all of which portrayed him in the same genre of characters sharing the screen space with popular heroes. In his latest film on RRK Networks banner, Jagapathi Babu continues his saga and is all set to co-star with Kalyan Ram. Said to be produced by Ramakrishna Raju, the movie will be directed by Dhanraj. It is learnt that the title 'Ghanudu' has been confirmed for the film. Sneha Ullal, Sindhu Menon and Rupa Kaur are the triple heroines in this film. The scoop seems to subtly imply that the male crowd can look forward to high octane glittering glamour from the three sizzling beauties.
Parvathi Melton’s new looks
Debuted in ‘Vennela’ as a heroine with Raja, Parvathi Melton continued to act in ‘Madhumasam’ opposite Suman and shared screen space with Vishnu in ‘Gautham’. For the first time, she acted opposite Pawan Kalyan in 'Jalsa', which gave her a break. Although Parvathi Melton's role was not so prominent, as of Ileyana in the movie, she got a wider recognition compared to Ileyana. Floating in this accolade, Parvathi is now doing the heroine opposite Mahesh babu in his latest film in the direction of Trivikram Srinivas. Sources reveal that she is playing the lead lady in this movie. To cast her in excellent beauty opposite Maheshbabu, Namratha is putting in all efforts to enhance her beauty. The crew preens Parvathi Melton is going to thrill the audiences, appearing more lavishing than ever with her new looks.Telugu Movie 'Dongalabandi' audio releases Nov 24
Writer-turned-director Vegesna Satish makes his foray into Telugu movies with ‘Dongalabandi’ starring Naresh and Tanya in the lead. GSK Naidu is producing the movie on GSK Network banner. The final song of the film is being canned at Ramakrishna Horticultural Studios in Hyderabad. The film is planned to hit screens in the first week of December. News has been out that the audio will be released on 24th of this month at RaviNarayana Reddy auditorium. The audio will be released through Aditya Music.RGV takes Nithin to Bollywood with 'Agnyath'
Even though his foray into movies happened with the Telugu ‘Shiva’, Ram Gopal Varma is known all over as a Bollywood director since his first ‘Rangeela’ in Hindi. Maverick of all, he was quite busy earlier direction ‘Ran’ casting Amitabh Bachchan. Now the actor has fallen ill and is slowly recovering. In the gap that came due to postponing ‘Ran’, RGV has decided to make a movie ‘Agnyath’ debuting Nithin to Bollywood for the first time. Sources say that the film will start shooting from 5th and is planned to be completed in just 3-days (?) time.Telugu Movie 'Kuberulu' comes 28th Nov
Godavari Talkies presentation ‘Kuberulu’ is a hilarious comedy movie that has Shivaji, Ali, Krishna Bhaghavan, Farzana and Kausha in the lead cast. Director of popular family entertainers Srinivas Reddy is making this movie produced by Katuri Srinivas and Yaganti Srinivas jointly. After the successful films like 'Adhirindayya Chandram' and 'Tata Birla Madhyalo Laila' this is arriving in combination of hero Shivaji and director Srinivas Reddy. The duo is heading for a hatrick with this film. The final works are in the end stage for the film which is fast readied to be released on 28th of this month.
“Though it’s inimical, it is necessary” – Nagarjuna
The Andhra Pradesh Government presented the prestigious Nandi Awards in a gala function on the evening of 16th November. Hero Nagarjuna received the Best Actor Award for 2006 for stellar his performance in 'Sri RamaDasu'. After receiving the award from the Chief Minister YS Rajasekhar Reddy, Nagarjuna spoke to the patient audience and fans, who were listening to the speech irrespective of the downpour. Referring to the announcement of Rajasekhar Reddy which stated that there will be a hike in the ticket prices for the first two weeks of the show from Rs.35/- to Rs.50/-. Nagarjuna expressed his thanks to the CM for permitting the hike. Responding to the disagreement among the gathering he added "Though you might dislike it, the move is necessary for the welfare of the film industry". Presently, the prices of daily commodities are reaching the sky high burdening the common man. Increasing the show prices for the cinema, which is the only mode of entertainment in metros, Please give it a thought. How sensible is it to hike the ticket prices? Hope the people of filmdom shows empathy over the laymen.
Sneha Geetham's latest starts at Hyderabad
Inspired by Shekhar Kammula's 'Happy Days', introducing a whole new cast of fresh faces, in the direction of Madhura Sridhar, producer Lagadapati Sridhar is making the film 'Sneha Geetham' on Lanco Entertainments banner. The film which started shooting on the day of VijayaDasami canned a song in Hyderabad and went to Warangal. There in the locales of Ramappa Temple, the unit filmed for 15days that comprised of some of the important sequences. Presently, the unit is back to Hyderabad to start its next schedule from 25th of this month.Jagapathi babu joins Kalyanram in RRK Network’s film
The golden era of actors like NTR, ANR, SVR, Krishna and Shobhan Babu reminds us of the successful multi-starrer films. The stars often shared screen space then among themselves. In the next generation the trend was restarted by Nagarjuna with 'Adhipathi' and is continued by hero Jagapathi babu. Jagapathi Babu began donning multi-starrer characters from his 'Anthapuram'. It is learnt that soon he is going to appear in a RRK Network film sharing screen space with Kalyan Ram. Sneha Ullal is set to play the heroine in this film. Sindhu Menon and Rupa Kaur are also a part of the cast in this film which is produced by Ramakrishna Raju, who worked as a distributor to over 300 films in Tollywood. Dhanraj, who worked as an associate for films starring popular heroes like Chiranjeevi, Balakrishna and Pawan Kalyan, is being debuted as a director with this film. The shooting will start from the first week of December.'Invisible Wings' becomes 'Ningi..Nela…Naade'
A physically challenged girl braves her way to become a champion, with a strong determination and self confidence. Based on a real life experience, a Chinese film 'Invisible Wings' was directed by Feng Zhenzhi. The film bagged the Golden Elephant award in 15th International Children’s Film Festival held last year 2007. Producer Chava Sudha Rani is dubbing the film on Sujan Media Works Pvt Ltd into Telugu as 'Ningi…Nela…Naade'. Plans are on to dub the film in Hindi too. The film features the determination of a teenage girl, Zihua, who went on to become a national champion in swimming though she lost both her hands due to an electric shock while recovering a kite from the electric wires. The child actress Lee who played the title role has bagged the Silver Elephant Award for the Best Actress. The film also got the Golden Eagle award in the American Film Festival. The film was also screened as a part of Beijing Olympics, 2008. One of the songs in this film (Telugu version) is composed by Vandematharam Srinivas. Vennelakanti penned the dialogues for this dubbed version.The film is getting ready for a release soon. To brief on the same, a press meet was held on 18th at Prasad labs.
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