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Nag’s Special Request to ace director about Akhil

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Akkineni Nagarjuna is going great guns with versatile films and back to back hits both on the silver screen and small screen. However, his only concern now seems to be his younger son Akhil Akkineni. With the response Akhil got for Manam, success was indeed taken for granted. But guess the 22yr old actor needs to shed more sweat and blood for his debut hit!

 And it has been over 10 months his debut film Akhil released his second film hasn’t been confirmed yet. That is why Nag is apparently jumped into action. As per an ongoing speculation, Nagarjuna apparently asked writer-director Trivikram to develop his super hit ‘Manmadhudu’ character and story line into a full-fledged script for Akhil.

 Well ‘Manmadhudu’ is a memorable character and film in Nag’s career and it is in fact a title that he earned over the years. So industry onlookers wonder how far this idea works for Akhil especially at this point of his career. Moreover, even Trivikram seems to be busy with projects with Pawan Kalyan and Mahesh. Anyways everything is in the air now and anything can happen in this showbiz world. Time will decide more about this interesting project!


​Ace producer class to Nithya Menen?

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Nithya Menen is one fortunate actress who got the golden chance of playing the lead role in the prestigious biopic of the legendary Mahanati Savitri. Well the industry and fans welcomed this and are happy for the perfect casting.

However according to an interesting speculation doing rounds in the industry circles, mega producer Ashwini Dutt (the producer of Savitri biopic) put some clauses to Nithya Menen. Well he apparently asked her to be punctual to the shoot and never interfere in the shoot and creative decisions during the process of making. At the end, he also made it clear to her that she must attend the promotions of the film, otherwise should face a cut in the remuneration.

While some say this is due to the overboard complaints over Nithya by few producers, others say it is the resultant of her unwanted straightforwardness. Meanwhile this interesting biopic is being directed by Yevade Subramanyam fame Nag Ashwin and it will hit the floors very soon.


Karthi’s new look creates huge storm on social media

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Kollywood is a place where there is ample scope for experimentation along with heroes not hesitating to adorn challenging attires – away from their comfort zone. Tamil hero Suriya is one hero who always does this and now his charming brother Karthi is also following the same path!

His latest film Kashmora’s first look poster released and it showed Karthi in a never-seen-before look with vicious eyes and bald headed look. This look reminded the fans of the dreaded Kalakeya look from Rajamouli’s Baahubali. Karthi has been heaped with praises for his tremendous hard work and his stunning makeover for this film! Well comments are already rife that it is not ‘Kaashmora’ but ‘Kalakeya 2’.

Anyways this new age horror Kaashmora written and directed by Gokul is scheduled to be a Diwali release. Music for the film is being composed by Santhosh Narayanan (of Kabali fame).


Interesting facts about Kalyan Ram’s ISM

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The young Nandamuri Hero Kalyan Ram is in good form by accepting back to back projects now. Earlier, he used to work on one film at a time but now while he is in sets for Puri Jagannadh’s Ism, he has given nod for another project. He has already accepted a fun multi starrer with Mega hero Sai Dharam Tej directed by AS Ravikumar.

Now, he has accepted another project by G Nageshwar Reddy who predominantly makes comedy flicks. Kalyan Ram never did a comedy genre film till date and it is a pleasant surprise to see the hero follow his uncle Balakrishna by choosing comedy as well.

This comedy film will be produced by popular personality BVSN Prasad and the tentative title might be Danchave Menatta Kootura derived from Balakrishna’s blockbuster Mangammagari Manavadu.


Telangana awards date confirmed

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From a long time, discussions have been happening on the state of Telangana having a film awards event under the auspices of the state government. When Andhra Pradesh was united, the Nandi Awards were quite popular and prestigious. So, here is an inside news on that.

Sources reveal the Telangana film awards are going to take place during the Bathukamma festival in the year 2017. This is going to be done in a grand scale just like Nandi awards. However, it is not sure if they will be named as Golconda awards, Charminar awards, Telangana awards or anything else.

The Nandi Awards were considered quite precious and many in the Tollywood fraternity considered it to be a huge honor by becoming a recipient. Now, with Telangana government also preparing the stage for the state film awards, this is going to be quite interesting and exciting.


Bichagadu goes to Bollywood

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Bollywood is eyeing upon South Indian cinema. And it is definitely not missing the biggest surprise of the year – Bichagadu. This film that was made on a mere Rs 50lakh budget emerged to be the biggest blockbusters of this calendar with over 50days successful run and more than Rs 20Cr collection just here in the Telugu market. Tamil music composer turned actor Vijay Antony is the new head turner in the tinsel town.

Now lastest reports reveal that Bollywood production and distribution giant Fox Star Hindi has bagged the Hindi remake rights of Bichagadu. Further details of the cast and crew shall be announced very soon, say sources.

Well it can’t get any better for a small budget film with meritorious content and unlike regular commercial flicks it is good to see films like Pichaikaran going Bollywood. Long live good cinema!


Rana gives a big twist to Teja

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There are many stages to make a film a reality and this is something you should know as a director. While conceiving a gripping story is important, the realistic challenge comes when you have to narrate it to a bankable hero and then manage to get his dates.

This is something even seasoned filmmakers find as a challenge and right now, the noted director Teja seems to be going through it. Apparently, Teja was to do a movie with the towering hunk Daggubati Rana but here is the twist in the tale.

Though Teja has wrapped up the pre production along with the casting, all he is doing right now is waiting for Rana to give his dates. From his end, Rana is reportedly packed with the shooting of Baahubali-2 so unless that is through, he cannot embark on this one. Well, it is wait and watch phase for Teja then.


Full details about Kajal’s item song in Janatha Garrage

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The pretty actress Kajal Agarwal has finally given the nod to shake a leg with Young Tiger Jr NTR for his upcoming film Janatha Garage directed by Koratala Siva.

This pair already sizzled on screen in Puri Jagannadh’s Temper and now all set to set the screen on fire with their chemistry. The song’s shooting has started in Nanakramguda, Hyderabad in an exclusively designed set in dhaba backdrop. The makers are scheduled to shoot the song for five days here and the set is said to be quite lavish with presence of authentic dhaba look.

Popular choreographer Sekhar master is choreographing this anticipated item number and it looks like tremendous fun is guaranteed with this peppy number! Meanwhile this film is going to hit the screens by 2nd of September.


Megastar to surprise his fans on his birthday

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Megastar Chiranjeevi has been longing to make a comeback on the silver screen and redeem his lost glory and stardom. His #Chiru150 is progressing ahead with its shoot overcoming setbacks of all sorts. Meanwhile Megastar’s birthday (Aug 22) is around the corner and the Mega fans are busy with the celebration proceedings.

But a new topic about the Megastar is under discussion in the film circles. According to the grapevine, Megastar Chiru is likely to surprise his fans for this birthday. While a section of the industry onlookers say it is the #Chiru150 first look, other insider reports tip off that it is regarding his new venture.

Besides MAA TV, Chiru has no other flagship enterprises in operation that he announced. So heated discussions are already on from the ‘new venture’ version! Anyways we need to wait for the big announcement shortly.

Stylish Star voice over for Ram Charan’s Dhruva

We all know the special bonding between Stylish Star & Mega Powerstar! They are great admirers of each other’s work and both the stars command a niche fan base across the globe. Much to the excitement of their fans, Mega Powerstar & Stylish Star shared screen space for Yevadu movie.

However according to the latest update, they would be back together on screen once again! Going into the details, Allu Arjun is likely to be a part of Ram Charan’s Dhruva. If not a cameo, Bunny shall give a voice over for the film, as per the latest grapevine.

 Well this is a prestigious production of Geetha Arts and given the theme of the film, Dhruva needs hype and promotion of a different level. So given a chance, Allu Arjun will be more than happy to be a part of the ‘Dhruva squad’.

 Moreover Ram Charan Dhruva first look that released on August 15th got an overwhelming response from the fans and Allu’s addition to the flick will change the tone and escalate the magnitude of the film. Let us wait for the Mega announcement then.


Star directors’ success secret revealed

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Sukumar, Devi Sri Prasad, Koratala Siva @ Janatha Garage Movie Audio Release Photos

As audience, you would really get connected to a film when you can get a message from the story. Not all filmmakers focus on conveying a message when they make a movie. But those who do have such intentions come up with thoughts that are actually noble and technical too.

Tollywood has such filmmakers and two among them are logic director Sukumar and talented director Koratala Siva. Whenever you see Sukumar’s movies, it has to do with logic, reasoning and there will be a lot of physics being explained by the characters.

His last offering Nannaku Prematho explained a lot of physics. As for Koratala’s movies, they are focused more on social awareness and causes which create a difference to the society and the people.  That way, these two moviemakers are educating audience with their concepts.