Dookudu music launched...!!!

Music albums of Mahesh Babu’s much waited Dookudu were unveiled at the special launch ceremony held at Shilpa Kala Vedika on Thursday, August 18, 2011. Mahesh Babu, the film’s heroine Samantha, director Srinu Vytla, Brahmananandam, writers Gopi Mohan and Kona Venkat and music director Taman from the film’s cast and crew attended the function. Rajamouli was the chief guest and he unveiled the CD albums and handed over to director Sukumar. Mahesh Babu’s wife Namrata also graced the ceremony. Dil Raju, Adishesagiri Rao, Rahul Nambiar and others were also present.

Mahesh Babu

"As you know, I never speak much on stage before my film’s release. But now I feel to express my feelings about the movie. Director Sreenu Vytla has put his blood into the movie. Working with him is a great experience. His brand of entertainment coupled with Taman's fantastic music will be liked by one and all. Samantha is perfect co-star and she looks good in the film. We are releasing the movie next month," Mahesh Babu cheered up his fans with this brief but sweet speech. 

Sreenu Vytla
"Superstar Krishna has been my inspiration and I have always treated Mahesh Babu as a brother.  So I have responsibility to make this film a very special and I am sure it will appeal to you," Sreenu Vytla said.

Samantha

"I am big fan of Mahesh Babu. My dream has come true. I am eagerly waiting for the release."

Brahmanandam

"Dookudu will definitely run 200 days. Or even more.  He shows his power in the movie and he looks completely different. Mahesh also has done very good comedy in the movie. As you know, Srinu Vytla always gives me great characters and in this film too he designed a superb role for me."

Releasing Today (19th August)

NTR-Srinu Vytla film announced...!!!

Young Tiger NTR is on a roll these days and has announced back to back films. Just one day after the film with Puri Jagannath was announced, we now have confirmation that NTR and Srinu Vytla would be working together for a film that is going to be produced by Ganesh Babu.

NTR says he is very excited to work with Srinu Vytla. “Its a very inspiring story and I will be working on this film right after Boyapati Srinu’s movie.I want my first film in Srinu Vytla’s direction to be my best film.”.

Srinu Vytla said that he will be working on this film after Dookudu.” This film will have my brand of comedy as well as the necessary action elements to suit NTR’s image. Watch out for this movie.”

Filmstars to Protest in support of Anna Hazare...!!!

The Telugu Film Industry is organizing a protest at Film Chamber tomorrow in support of Anna Hazare’s fast. All the prominent stars, directors, producers and other technicians are expected to participate in the protest march tomorrow.

The “Support Anna Hazare” movement has been gaining strength and support across the country as people are vexed with the massive corruption that is plaguing the nation. Many youngsters see this as a once in a lifetime opportunity to root out the problem.

Dookudu Songs are Out...!!!

 

Two songs from Prince Mahesh Babu’s upcoming movie Dookudu are out as teasers and they are creating a massive buzz amongst movie lovers and Prince Mahesh Babu’s fans. “Nee Dookudu” and “Dethadi Dethadi” are the songs for which teasers have been released.

Both the songs have a nice fast beat to them and are very catchy. Looks like Sreenu Vytla and Mahesh Babu are going all out to score a blockbuster this time.

The audio launch of Dookudu will take place at Shilpa Kala Vedilka on August 18th.

PIC OF THE DAY --- Priyanka Chopra...!!!

Parachuri Brothers’ stats: 3-33-333

 

Parachuri Brothers, one of the most successful writers duo in Telugu film industry, have achieved a rare feat - writing for 333 films in 33 years. “We have written for three generation of stars and directors and have completed 33 years in the industry and 333 films,” Parachuri Venkateshwara Rao and Parachuri Gopalakrishna, better known as Parachuri Brothers, said.

They started their career with the film - Chalicheemalu but their real break came with Late NTR's film Chandasashanudu and they went on to write for many blockbusters for all the stars - Krishna (Eeenadu, Mundadgu, Agniparvatham, etc), Chiranjeevi (Khaidi, Adavidonga, Gharanamogudu, Indra, Tagore, etc), Venkatesh (Bobbiliraja, Preminchukundaam Raa, etc), Nagarjuna (Mass, etc), Balakrishna (Narasinha Naidu, Lorry Driver, etc), Mahesh Babu (Okkadu), NTR Jr (Aadi). And now they are penning for Ram Charan (Rachcha).

Although they started writing left-oriented scripts and dialogues in the initial stage of career, they later went on to become most successful writers for mass masala entertainers. 

Samantha --- Unseen Photoshoot...!!!

Pawan's film to hit the screens in winter

Pawan Kalyan's current film, being directed by Tamil director Vishnuvardhan, has wrapped up major schedule in Kerala and Tamilnadu. Producers Shobu and Neelima are planning to release the movie in the month of December. Though two titles - Shadow and Kaali were registered, the producers are looking for a suitable title for the movie.

The movie stars Sara Jane and Anjana Lavania as the female lead and has music by Yuvan Shankar Raja.

NTR and Puri team up again ...!!!

Puri Jagannadh announces another film in Telugu. He will be directing NTR for the producer Ganesh Babu. This film might go to the floors in the summer of 2012. Puri is currently directing Mahesh Babu's The Businessman and he also announced sequel to Idiot from Jan 2012.

"I have readied a good line for NTR. It will be an action love story and will give new image to the star," Puri said in a press note.

Earlier Puri and NTR worked together for Andhrawala , which was a colossal flop. And now Puri wants to deliver blockbuster to NTR.

Tamannah with Gopichand...!!!

Not to leave any chance that puts her in top position comfortably, Tamannah is accepting all movies and agreeing to pair up with stars from bottom to top, from newcomers to established ones. She has just now signed another bilingual movie with Gopichand as hero. Tamil director Bhupathi Pandian is making this film in Telugu and Tamil with Gopichand and he has roped in Tamannah for this film.

Interestingly, Gopichand immediately okayed the movie as it helps him to reach to Tamil audiences. Bupathi Pandian is known in Tamil for commercial entertainers and in a sudden development has decided to make a Telugu/Tamil film with Gopichand and Tamannah.

Tamannah has big movies in her kitty now - NTR's Oosaravelli, Ram Charan's Rachcha and Ram's Endukante Premante.

Though Gopichand earlier acted with several top actresses including Anushka and Trisha, currently he's going through lean phase. So Tamannah okaying to pair up with him comes as a surprise.

PIC OF THE DAY --- Bipasha Basu...!!!

'Oosaravelli' not for Dussera?

Till a month ago, NTR was busy with shooting for two films simultaneously - completing one schedule of Oosaravelli and then moving on to Boyapati’s Srinu's film. But he has completely stopped the shoot of Boyapati's movie to focus on Surender Reddy directed Oosaravelli . As he realized that this juggling act is not doing any good, he gave priority to Oosaravelli and the film is currently being shot in Bangkok. 

Yet, Oosaravelli will not be readied for Dussera release. So, the movie now is planned for December release. Boyapati Srinu's movie will hit the screens in the summer of 2012.

Ram Charan Tej's Raccha working stills...!!!

Ram Charan Tej's fiance Upasana Kamineni Profile...!!!

Upasana Kamineni Profile and Biography

Upasana Kamineni, 22 years, is the grand daughter of Dr. Pratap C Reddy, Chairman and Co-founder of Apollo Hospital. She is the eldest daughter of Mr Anil & Shobana Kamineni, who are into the business of Infrastructure, Leisure and Healthcare. She is currently the Vice President of Apollo Chairty & Editor of B Positive, Lifetime WellnessRx International Limited, Apollo Group of Hospitals. Upasna Kamineni has also carved a niche for herself in the healthcare division. And significantly Upasana Kamineni is heading the charity initiatives of Apollo Hospitals Group – which is the third largest private hospital network in world.

Being the granddaughter of Asia’s largest private hospital chain’s founder-chairman Dr. Prathap C. Reddy, Upasana was educating fellow countrymen on how to stay fit and healthy. To better understand Upasna Kamineni, you have to track back the kind of works she initiated in various forms including health, wellness, blue cross activities and child care. Mind you, Upasana is still in her mid-20s...

Philanthropy
Upasna Kamineni is into awareness-building campaign on cervical cancer. Her ceaseless efforts on social initiatives include Saving A Child’s Heart Initiative (SACHi), Society to Aid the Hearing Impaired (SAHI), etc. And that's not all, Upasna spends majority of time with Kids who are undergoing treatment in Apollo.

Blues Cross
Upasna's care for animals is evidently seen after her association with Blue Cross. Further, she also has an animal farm at her residence where she's already rescued 4 tonga, 8 donkeys and 4 abused cows from slaughter.

Wellness Magazines
Upasna Kamineni is the Editor of B Positive - The national healthy lifestyle magazine which accentuates health, wellness, nutrition and fitness. She is also the Executive Editor of a quarterly magazine Apollo Life, which brings out the insightful thoughts on medical studies and condition.

Wellness Products
The B Positive brand serves more than 140 wellness and beauty products across India.

GALLERY::

Kajal agarwal's unseen photos (photriya)...!!!

Jr.NTR--OOSARAVELLI LATEST UPDATES...!!!

FIRST LOOK :: PAWAN KALYAN'S SHADOW...!!!

Ram approached MAA for remuneration...!!!

We reported earlier that Ram walked out of the film with Goutam Menon.That movie was supposed to be produced by Bellamkonda Suresh. Now we have reliably learnt the true reason behind that tiff between Ram and Bellamkonda Suresh.

Apparently, till a few days before the release of Kandireega, approximately Rs 1 crore was still to be paid to Ram as part of his remuneration for the movie. As there was no progress on the issue, Ram approached Movie Artists Association (MAA) for a settlement.

The issue was resolved and the amount was paid to Ram before the release of the movie. Kandireega has turned out to be a big hit but the whole affair seems to have left a bitter taste in the mouth for Ram and he decided to walk out of his next project with Bellamkonda Suresh.

Audio Review : Sri Rama Rajyam – A True Classic

Sri Rama Rajyam is Bapu’s magnum opus. The movie has Nandamuri Balakrishna reprising the role of Lord Rama played by his illustrious father, Shri NTR.. Nayanatara plays the role of Sita and Akkineni Nageswara Rao essays the character of Valmiki. The movie has an ensemble star cast including Srikanth, Murali Mohan and others. Ilayaraja scores the music for this work of art. Let us examine the songs in detail.

1. Jagadhananda Karaka:
Artist(s): SP. Balasubramaniam, Shreya Ghoshal.
Lyricist: Jonnavithula

This melodious number might be the song in which Lord Rama will be introduced in the film. S.P.Balasubramanyam renders the lyrics with such soulful passion that you can literally see Lord Rama in all his glory while listening to this song. The song describes the glory of Lord Rama’s rule and the happiness that prevails in the kingdom. Strong use of Indian instruments and a melodious composition from maestro Ilayaraja will make an immediate impact on you.

2. Evadunnadu
Artist(s): SP. Balasubramaniam
Lyricist: Jonnavithula

This bit song starts off with ANR’s voice over and is followed by Balasubramanyam’s recitation of Valmiki’s question to Naradha Maharshi about whether there exists a Supreme Human Being in this world.Strong use of the tabla is the predominant theme of the music.

3.Sita Rama Charitham
Artist(s): Anitha, Keerthana
Lyricist: Jonnavithula

A soulful rendition by Anitha and Keerthana. The song is a melodious recitation of the fundamental episodes of the Ramayana from the abduction of Sita to the Agni Pareeksha. Very moving lyrics from Jonnavitthula make this song a powerful melancholic melody.

4.Sri Rama Lera 
Artist(s): Ramu, Shreya Ghoshal
Lyricist: Jonnavithula

This song’s music has a heavy use of the Tabla, Veena and Flute and this gives the song a decidedly Indian feel. This song describes all the noble qualities of Lord Rama and of the loving bond he has with his wife Sita. Shreya Ghosal’s voice is perfect for this number.

5.Devulle Mecchindi:
Artist(s): Shreya Ghoshal, Chitra
Lyricist: Jonnavithula

This number has a very folk song kind of flavour. The voices of Chitra and Shreya Ghoshal are in perfect symphony and make this song a delight to listen to. Beautiful and soulful music from Ilayaraja lends the song an ethereal feel. The song will be an instant classic.

6.Gaali Ningi Neeru
Artist(s): SP. Balasubramaniam
Lyricist: Jonnavithula

This song will spring a surprise on you. Not because of the quality of music but because of the choice of instruments and the rendition by S.P.B. The song is a classic melancholy of the kind sung by a hero when his heroine is separated from him.In fact, this song will not be out of place in a regular commercial love story. And that is why it will surprise you. Dominated by a heavy use of the synthesizer and modern instruments, the song itself is pretty good but it just feels out of place in this album.

7.Ramayanamu Sri Ramayanamu 
Artist(s): Shreya Ghoshal, Chitra
Lyricist: Jonnavithula

Another brilliant number rendered beautifully by Chitra and Shreya Ghoshal. The lyrics composed by Jonnavithula are beautifully poetic and pay rich tributes to the story of Rama and Sita. The emotion in this song will move you to tears. Good use of classic Indian instruments.

8.Dhandakam
Artist(s): Surabhi Sravani, Keerthana
Lyricist: Jonnavithula

This is a short Dhandakam praising Lord Rama.

9. Sita Simantham
Artist(s): Shreya Ghoshal
Lyricist: Jonnavithula

As the title suggests, this is the song sung during Sita’s Sreemantham. This is a breezy melody with light and cheerful lyrics. The music sounds familiar and reminds the listener of Ilayaraja’s music from the good old days.

10.Rama Rama ane
Artist(s): Swetha, Anitha
Lyricist: Jonnavithula

This song describes the naughty acts of  Rama’s childhood and the style is a throwback to the olden days. You will find songs of this genre in old films like “Lavakusha” and “Balaramayanam”. The song is pretty decent but is nothing special like the other songs in the album.

11.Kalaya Nijama
Artist(s): Tippu
Lyricist: Jonnavithula

This short song expresses Hanuman’s anguish at the events unfolding in the movie and his helplessness. A good performance from Tippu carries the anguish in the song to the listener.Ilayaraja’s music adds weight to the lament.

12. Idhi Pattabhi
Artist(s): Swetha
Lyricist: Jonnavithula
This song will be picturized on Lava and Kusha and will most likely be a nursery song in their infancy. The lyrics describe the habits and traits of a young Lava and Kusha . A folk like melody, this song has some familiar music once again from the old days. Nothing special but nothing wrong either.

13.Shapthaswaradhamarudam:
Artist(s): SP. Balasubramaniam
Lyricist: Jonnavithula
This is a very short eulogy rendered by S.P.Balasubramanyam and describes the noble attributes of the King. Balasubramaniam’s voice resonates richly.

14.Mangalamu Ramunaku:
Artist(s): Anitha, Keerthana
Lyricist: Jonnavithula

This short beautiful melody is a climax song that officially draws proceedings to a close. Melodious performances from Anitha and Keerthana give the lyrics a lot of life and there is tremendous positivity and happiness in this rendering. A fitting final song for this album.

Analysis:

This is one of the finest works of music to have ever come out of the Telugu Film Industry.

Buy it, treasure it and enjoy it.

Sunil is Poolarangadu !!!

 

Sunil is coming out with a film titled Poolarangadu and the movie is being produced by Atchi Reddy with support from R.R.Movie Makers. Sunil is pairing up with Isha Chawla and the movie is being directed by Veerabhadram Chowdary. The movie is going to the floors soon.

Poolarangadu is an iconic name in the Telugu Film Industry because of the role played by Akkineni Nageswara Rao for a film with the same title in 1967. The movie is being promoted as a comedy entertainer.

Naa Peru Shiva’s bumper collections...!!!

The Karthi – Kajal starrer, Naa Peru Shiva, has turned out to be a good success in Andhra Pradesh. The movie has received a good response from across the state and the surprising fact is, the movie is a bigger hit here than it was in Tamil Nadu.

Revenue figures from the industry reinforce this claim and here are the numbers.

Nizam	1.47 Crores
Ceded	73 Lakhs
Krishna, Guntur and West Godavari	67 Lakhs
East Godavari	23 Lakhs
Visakhapatnam	29 Lakhs
Nellore	8 Lakhs

These are very good numbers for a dubbed film.No wonder Karthi wants to do a straight Telugu film.

TOLLYWOOD BoxOffice preformance 2011..!!!

MOVIE	VERDICT
NAA PERU SIVA	SUPER HIT
ALAMODALAINDI (100 DAYS -- 27 CENTRES)	HIT
MR.PERFECT(100 DAYS -- 12 CENTRES)	HIT
100% LOVE(100 DAYS    -- 7 CENTRES)	HIT
KANDIREEGA	HIT
RANGAM	HIT
KANCHANA	HIT
VAISHALI	AVERAGE
VIRODHI	CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED --- FLOP
NANNA	CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED --- FLOP
PVC	FLOP
MIRAPAKAYA	FLOP
ANAGANAGA OKA DHEERUDU	FLOP
GOLKONDA HIGH SCHOOL	FLOP
WANTED	FLOP
GAGANAM	FLOP
VASTHADU NAA RAJU	FLOP
KSD APPALRAJU	FLOP
AHA NAA PELLANTA	FLOP
MANGALA	FLOP
DONGALA MUTHA	FLOP
SHAKTI (BUDGET – 45 CRORES)	FLOP
TEENMAAR (BUDGET – 30 CRORES)	FLOP
NENU NAA RAKSHASI	FLOP
SEEMA TAPAKAI	FLOP
VEERA	FLOP
BADRINATH (BUDGET – 45 CRORES)	FLOP
VAADU-VEEDU	FLOP
180	FLOP
SEGA	FLOP
DHADA (BUDGET – 30 CRORES )	FLOP
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First Look : Balayya as Lord Rama in Sri Rama Rajyam

Sri Rama Rajyam AUDIO Released .....

PIC OF THE DAY --- Kareena Kapoor...!!!