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Rajamouli, Please Don't use your Popularity for Your Friends and Associates
'Obligation', this one word has ruined the reputation of many bigwigs in film industry. Often, celebs reluctantly do certain things out of obligation and end up on the losing side. Ace director Rajamouli's fans are worried that the 'Baahubali' creator is now treading this dangerous path.
Rajamouli's association with Sai Korrapati of Vaarahi banner is nothing new to Telugu film industry folks and movie buffs. In fact, Vaarahi's fist production venture, 'Eega' was a Rajamouli directorial. Ever since, the top director, who is now a national celebrity, has been promoting the production ventures of Korrapati, out of courtesy or friendship or may be obligation.
Having a cumulative follower count of close to 8.5 million (on FB and Twitter) and arguably being the biggest director of India who has never made a flop in his career, people believe in Rajamouli's judgement. If he praises a film by attending promotional events or even through his tweets, at least some of his followers go to theatres to watch it irrespective of how unpopular the cast and crew is.
Recently, Rajamouli praised Jagapathi Babu's new release, 'Patel Sir', a Sai Korrapati production venture, on twitter. Understandably, many of his followers watched the film and later they took to social media to request him not to use his stardom and credibility for promoting bad films just out of compulsion. Rajamouli may consider it as just a tweet to say something good about a film but it is a sort of review, a confidence for his followers to watch the film.
In the end, fans request Rajamouli to use his popularity to promote good cinema but not whatever the film made by his friends and associates.
Having a cumulative follower count of close to 8.5 million (on FB and Twitter) and arguably being the biggest director of India who has never made a flop in his career, people believe in Rajamouli's judgement. If he praises a film by attending promotional events or even through his tweets, at least some of his followers go to theatres to watch it irrespective of how unpopular the cast and crew is.
Recently, Rajamouli praised Jagapathi Babu's new release, 'Patel Sir', a Sai Korrapati production venture, on twitter. Understandably, many of his followers watched the film and later they took to social media to request him not to use his stardom and credibility for promoting bad films just out of compulsion. Rajamouli may consider it as just a tweet to say something good about a film but it is a sort of review, a confidence for his followers to watch the film.
In the end, fans request Rajamouli to use his popularity to promote good cinema but not whatever the film made by his friends and associates.
Kona: Nani Drank a Full Bottle Of Liquor! ?
Last evening, a grand success meet of Natural Star Nani's latest release 'Ninnu Kori' was held in Vijayawada. Speaking at the function, film's screenplay writer and co-producer Kona Venkat has made an interesting revelation about how Nani drank a full bottle of liquor to bring authenticity to a particular scene.
'Ninnu Kori' has plenty of emotional scenes but if asked to pick one, many would pick the scene where Nani gets drunk and talks about girls' choices in front of Aadi and Nivetha Thomas. Nani's realistic performance in this scene has been praised unilaterally.
Talking about this particular scene, 'To bring naturality to that scene, Nani drank a full bottle. We were a bit worried but he made the scene look so realistic that it became a highlight of the film. Then I understood why he is accredited with 'Natural Star' title,' said Kona.
Kona Venkat's revelation made out of sheer excitement and also to praise Nani's commitment and acting prowess, has now become a hot topic with movie buffs discussing the actor's drinking habits. 'How can someone drink a full bottle without being a pro in drinking?' is the doubt raised by many on social media.
Talking about this particular scene, 'To bring naturality to that scene, Nani drank a full bottle. We were a bit worried but he made the scene look so realistic that it became a highlight of the film. Then I understood why he is accredited with 'Natural Star' title,' said Kona.
Kona Venkat's revelation made out of sheer excitement and also to praise Nani's commitment and acting prowess, has now become a hot topic with movie buffs discussing the actor's drinking habits. 'How can someone drink a full bottle without being a pro in drinking?' is the doubt raised by many on social media.
Anna Vastunnadu :: A Deal Between Y.S. Jagan & Nagarjuna Akkineni
When wild speculations about Nagarjuna Akkineni joining YSR Congress Party started doing rounds recently, Amala and a few other people close to Akkineni family had to condemn the rumors to put a full stop to them. A fresh rumor linking Nag and YS Jagan has surfaced now.
Gossip is that Nagarjuna is planning a film with political background, and that he is contemplating to name it, 'Anna Vastunnadu'. For the unknown, 'Anna Vastunnadu' is a reference used by YSR Congress Party workers for their President YS Jagan Mohan Reddy. This title was announced during the recent party plenary.
Reports are wildly circulating in YSRC Party circles that Nagarjuna has requested Jagan to let him use the 'Anna Vastunnadu' title for his next film and that Jagan has readily given his consent. As per the speculations, Jagan has asked Nagarjuna to campaign for his party in 2019 Assembly election.
Reports are wildly circulating in YSRC Party circles that Nagarjuna has requested Jagan to let him use the 'Anna Vastunnadu' title for his next film and that Jagan has readily given his consent. As per the speculations, Jagan has asked Nagarjuna to campaign for his party in 2019 Assembly election.
Fidaa movie was Rejected By Top Three Heroes?
During the promotions of his upcoming production venture 'Fidaa', Dil Raju has revealed that the love story was earlier turned down by three heroes.
Dil Raju revealed that they had earlier narrated the story of Fidaa to three heroes. 'They all liked it but refrained from signing the film as they felt they may not be the right ones to essay the lead role. Later, I decided to go with an upcoming hero and that's how Varun Tej came on board,' Raju added.
Although Dil Raju didn't reveal who those three heroes are, Sekhar Kammula has on more than one occasion divulged that Mahesh Babu was the first one to listen and appreciate the story of Fidaa.
Talking about Fidaa, Raju added that it's a simple story with a lot of emotional moments that family audiences and youth will surely like. 'Sekhar Kammula doesn't write great stories, he assembles great moments,' Raju said about the sensible director in one sentence.
He also praised Sai Pallavi for the commitment she had shown in learning Telangana slang for Fidaa.
Although Dil Raju didn't reveal who those three heroes are, Sekhar Kammula has on more than one occasion divulged that Mahesh Babu was the first one to listen and appreciate the story of Fidaa.
Talking about Fidaa, Raju added that it's a simple story with a lot of emotional moments that family audiences and youth will surely like. 'Sekhar Kammula doesn't write great stories, he assembles great moments,' Raju said about the sensible director in one sentence.
He also praised Sai Pallavi for the commitment she had shown in learning Telangana slang for Fidaa.
Ace Producer Dil Raju's Double Hat-trick?
Hailed as the most successful producer-distributor of his era, Dil Raju is now aiming to score a double hat-trick this year.
Raju's first hit of 2017 was 'Shatamanam Bhavathi', a critical and commercial success. The family entertainer even earned a National Award for Raju.
His next was Nani's 'Nenu Local', the actor's biggest commercial hit till date. The film is also the highest grosser among mid-range heroes' films.
Raju's third release of this year is Allu Arjun's DJ. There have been umpteen doubts on this film's box office collections but Raju claims it to be a bigger grosser than Bunny's career best film, Sarrainodu.
The fourth release of this year from Raju's production house is Varun Tej-Sai Pallavi starrer 'Fidaa'. The film is slated for release on July 21. It has generated decent buzz, especially after the release of the second trailer.
Ravi Teja starrer 'Raja The Great' and Nani's 'MCA' are the remaining two releases of Dil Raju in this year. The ace producer confirmed that the former will hit screens on October 12, ahead of Diwali festival to encash the holidays, and the ever-dependable Nani's film will be released in December this year.
Raju hopes that Fidaa, 'Raja The Great' and MCA will live up to his and audiences expectations and complete double hat-trick for him this year.
He has also confirmed his next two projects - Mahesh Babu-Vamsi Paidipally's untitled movie, which will go to sets in January 2018 and Sathamanam Bhavathi director's 'Srinivasa Kalyanam'.
His next was Nani's 'Nenu Local', the actor's biggest commercial hit till date. The film is also the highest grosser among mid-range heroes' films.
Raju's third release of this year is Allu Arjun's DJ. There have been umpteen doubts on this film's box office collections but Raju claims it to be a bigger grosser than Bunny's career best film, Sarrainodu.
The fourth release of this year from Raju's production house is Varun Tej-Sai Pallavi starrer 'Fidaa'. The film is slated for release on July 21. It has generated decent buzz, especially after the release of the second trailer.
Ravi Teja starrer 'Raja The Great' and Nani's 'MCA' are the remaining two releases of Dil Raju in this year. The ace producer confirmed that the former will hit screens on October 12, ahead of Diwali festival to encash the holidays, and the ever-dependable Nani's film will be released in December this year.
Raju hopes that Fidaa, 'Raja The Great' and MCA will live up to his and audiences expectations and complete double hat-trick for him this year.
He has also confirmed his next two projects - Mahesh Babu-Vamsi Paidipally's untitled movie, which will go to sets in January 2018 and Sathamanam Bhavathi director's 'Srinivasa Kalyanam'.
Sunday, 16 July 2017
Shocking Remuneration For Nayantara For Chiranjeevi's 151st Film?
If inside sources are to believed, actress Nayantara would be charging a bomb for Chiranjeevi's 151st film Uyyalawada Narasimha Reddy. Nayantara is reportedly charging a whopping Rs 4 Crore as her remuneration for Uyyalawada, making her the most-expensive actress in South.
Nayan who usually charge 2 to 2.5 Crore per film, said to have agreed for 4 Crore for Uyyalawada which will be simultaneously shot in both Telugu and Tamil. This is not all. Producers have plans to dub the film into Malayalam, Hindi. Considering this, makers said to have agreed to pay 4 Crore to Nayan and the actress would also take part of the film's promotion.
However, the film's protagonist Chiranjeevi is not charging any remuneration formally. Since Chiru's own son and actor Ram Charan is producing the film on home production Konidela Production Company, Mega Star wouldn't be paid.
The film would be formally launched on August 15 and the film's shoot is expected to commence from September. An official announcement is expected shortly. It is common knowledge by now that the high-budgeted film is going to be directed by Surender Reddy whose last film was Ram Charan's Dhruva.
The film would be formally launched on August 15 and the film's shoot is expected to commence from September. An official announcement is expected shortly. It is common knowledge by now that the high-budgeted film is going to be directed by Surender Reddy whose last film was Ram Charan's Dhruva.
Spyder Teaser Release Date = Sitara's BirthDay?
Superstar Mahesh Babu has this endearing habit of releasing teasers and trailers of his films on the eve of his father Krishna's birthday. For this very reason, Krishna's birthday has become a double celebratory moment for Ghattamaneni fans. In fact, the 'Glimpse of Spyder Teaser' was also planned to be released on May 31, the eve of Krishna's birthday, but it was eventually released a day later, on June 1st, owing to some reasons.
Mahesh has now reportedly planned to make his cute daughter Sithara's upcoming birthday a special one. Buzz is that the highly awaited teaser of SPYder will be unveiled on July 20, the eve of Sithara's birthday.
It may be recalled that when Santosh Sivan, the cinematographer of SPYder, recently shared a lovely pic of Sithara and Mahesh from the film's sets, it was widely assumed and reported that the star kid may have played a cameo in the film. It is not clear whether Sithara has acted in Spyder or not, but Mahesh is reportedly planning to make his daughter a part of his prestigious project by unveiling the teaser on her birthday.
Get ready for a stylish and conceptual bang from Mahesh-Murugadoss combo on July 20. The film will hit screens on September 27.
It may be recalled that when Santosh Sivan, the cinematographer of SPYder, recently shared a lovely pic of Sithara and Mahesh from the film's sets, it was widely assumed and reported that the star kid may have played a cameo in the film. It is not clear whether Sithara has acted in Spyder or not, but Mahesh is reportedly planning to make his daughter a part of his prestigious project by unveiling the teaser on her birthday.
Get ready for a stylish and conceptual bang from Mahesh-Murugadoss combo on July 20. The film will hit screens on September 27.
Pre-look of 'Suvarna Sundari'
The intriguing pre-look of an upcoming film 'Suvarna Sundari' had created decent buzz a few days ago as the names of lead actors were kept under wraps.
The first look motion poster of the film has been unveiled now, and it looks quite captivating. Sakshi Chaudhary of 'James Bond' and 'Selfie Raja' fame is playing lead role in this film. She is essaying the character of 'Suvarna Sundari', a beautiful and fierce warrior. Sakshi looks quite stunning in the first look poster.
'Horror queen' Poorna is playing a key role in the film.
'Horror queen' Poorna is playing a key role in the film.
Telugu States Theaters are Housefull, Chennai Theters are Doubtful?
From last couple of weeks, whole of Tamilnadu film fraternity is requesting the governments to take back their new initiatives that lead to increasing of ticket prices. However multiplexes have gone ahead after a week and continued ticket-hike as GST commands them to do so. Though there no big protests of Telugu theatres owners in this case, here also almost all the theatres hiked prices.
What's so stunning is that, ever since ticket rates are hiked, there is a steep downfall in the footfalls in multiplex theatres in Chennai. We hear that only 30 percent seat occupancy occurred in many multiplexes and that indicates people are also protesting the idea of increased ticket rates. But the trend is alarmingly different in Telugu states.
No matter what, what's the price of ticket or how much it is hiked, there is no such downfall of movie-goers in multiplex theatres of cities like Hyderabad, Vijayawada and Vizag, says a trade observer. Seems like people in telugu states are giving utmost to entertainment rather worrying about the over-the-board payment they have to make.
In a word we could say that AP theatres are getting houseful if the film gets fantastic talk but Chennai theatres are doubtful that people would come in flocks even for a super hit. Are Telugu people not taking ticket-hike seriously? Or Tamil people taking it too seriously?
Shamantakamani: It's fun, engaging and most importantly refreshing
When director Sriram Adittya announced Shamantakamani, there was quite a great deal of anticipation owing to the interesting cast he brought together.
Well, after the film's release last Friday, it seems the chemistry between Sundeep Kishan, Nara Rohit, Sudheer Babu and Aadi, has left everyone quite amazed, and the anticipations have surely been met! But what makes this film likable is that it doesn't leave the rest of the characters astray and even Rajendra Prasad and Indraja leave you with a great impression.
In fact, this film is a lot about the characters as it is about the story. Every character is so well etched that it leaves you wanting to know more about them. But what's the icing on the cake is that every actor owns their role to such perfection that it is quite difficult to imagine anyone else in the roles.
We often see stories of underdogs in a thriller milieu. But this film stands apart because the director has dealt with it very cleverly by adding in the perfect dose of comedy and thrill to it.
In fact, director Sriram really needs to be applauded for choosing to work on a complicated story, and making it simple and easy to understand for a cine goer.
The best thing about this film is that it gives you an escape from routine cinema and makes you excited. It's fun, engaging and most importantly refreshing. It's definitely worth the watch.
Press note released by: Indian Clicks, LLC
Pawan Kalyan: 40 Days 40 Crores!
After completing Trivikram's film, Pawan Kalyan will reportedly do a film for Mythri Movie Makers, who are currently bankrolling Ram Charan's "Rangasthalam 1985". As per latest reports, Pawan has recently met the producers and placed a few conditions.
Since Pawan is planning to shift his complete attention to his political campaign as soon as he can, he has reportedly asked producers to commence the film's shooting by November at any cost, wrap it up in three months and release it for Summer 2018. The producers have reportedly assured him to plan accordingly.
Director Santosh Srinivas is currently busy with the pre-production work. Rakul Preet Singh is likely to play the leading lady. Buzz is that Pawan has been paid a record Rs 40 crore remuneration, and he has to allot just 40 days of call sheets. The film is said to be an action entertainer with an underlying social message.
Buzz is that Pawan will not sign anymore films after this project, at least until the completion of next Assembly elections.
Director Santosh Srinivas is currently busy with the pre-production work. Rakul Preet Singh is likely to play the leading lady. Buzz is that Pawan has been paid a record Rs 40 crore remuneration, and he has to allot just 40 days of call sheets. The film is said to be an action entertainer with an underlying social message.
Buzz is that Pawan will not sign anymore films after this project, at least until the completion of next Assembly elections.
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