"SIVAJI" EMERGES AS THE NEW WINNER (TELUGU BOX-OFFICE REPORT)

1. MOVIE NAME: SIVAJI


Cast: Rajinikanth, Shriya, Suman
Director: Shankar

2.MOVIE NAME: DUBAI SEENU


Cast: Ravi Teja,Nayanatara
Director: Sreenu Vaitla

3.MOVIE NAME: AADAVARI MATALAKU ARDHALE VERULE


Cast: Venkatesh,Trisha
Director: Selva Raghavan

4.MOVIE NAME: DHEE


Cast: Vishnu, Sri Hari, Genelia
Director: Sreenu Vaitla

5.MOVIE NAME: OPERATION DURYODHANA


Cast: Srikanth, Kalyani, Mumaith Khan
Director: Poosani Krishna Murali

MS RAJU HAVE TO PAY 25 LAKHS FOR LIFTING THE CONTENT FOR "AATA"

First of its kind, the Telugu movie industry co-ordinating committee has decided that producer MS Raju has to pay 25 Lakhs to director Veera Shankar. It was earlier that a co-ordinating committee was put in place after Veera Shankar lodged a complaint with the film chamber that MS Raju copied episodes from his Kannada film "Namma Basava" without his consent. He polled support from the directors in the industry and that led to the setting up of a co-ordinating committee consisting of equal number of producers and directors. The committee would watch both the films and then decide if the case was legitimate.


According to sources, the committee is convinced about the complaint and offered a negotiation payout of 25 Lakhs to Veera Shankar from MS Raju. It has to be seen if this would mark a new turn with telugu film makers when it comes to free lifting.

UDAY KIRAN INTERVIEW

Uday Kiran is trying to reach the pinnacle of glory again with "Viyyalavari Kayyalu". He was once heartthrob to lakhs of Telugu girls. But suddenly he went through rough patch both personally and professionally and his films became sporadic. Now he is matured. There is dash of confidence too. With renewed interest and enthusiasm, he is all set to woo us with Viyyalavari Kayyalu. As he turns a year older on June 26th.

How old you are?

I have completed 26 years. June 26th is my birthday.

How are you going to celebrate this birthday?

Nothing special and partying. It would be quite birthday.

You are making second innings with "Viyyalavari Kayyalu"…

(he cuts the question) Let us not call it second innings. Highs and lows are common in any field and every one goes through rough patch at one time or the other in their career. It is a cycle. You might get successes now and failures later. They come and go. I don’t want to call it as an 'innings'.

Okay, tell us more about this film, Viyyalavari Kayyalu !

This is very important project in my career. It has been two years since my last straight Telugu film, Aunanna Kadanna, released. I had listened to many stories in the last two years but I didn’t like them. I felt that there was monotony in my films in my last releases. I wanted to step away from being just romantic hero. I waited a right project to come my way. Even when producer Sridhar gaaru suggested two stories prior to this film, I didn’t like them. When director Sattibabu came with this storyline, I had immediately said yes as it is a complete film that caters to all audiences. Srihari and Shayaji Shinde (who is playing father to me) also have equal importance as much I do in the film.

It is not typical love story. Viyyalavari Kayyalu is like a Andhra Meals that has everything.

What is your role in the film?

I play a hair stylist. You don’t see me completely boy next door look. Mine is very stylized character in this film and very urbane.

But the film’s title is not that trendy?

The title itself tells what kind of film we are making – a complete family entertainer. Our producer has chosen this title because he wanted the title that aptly suits for the script. Also in the past, Superstar Krishna had a similar title and the film was also hit. Viyyalavari Kayyalu is not love story but ‘lovely story’. Thus the title was chosen.

You said you want to come out from the mould of a romantic hero image. That means you want plunge in to mass-oriented movies?

It is not that. In fact, you don’t get mass image just because you do one such film. It is a gradual process. If we see all our established top heroes of today – Chiranjeevi, Balakrishna, Nagarjuna and Venkatesh – they have shaped up their career step by step. They didn’t get mass image with just one or two films. They are my inspiration. So I want to do varied films. I genuinely believe people in rural areas don’t recognize me. I have following among the urban audiences but I didn’t reach to the masses yet. I hope with films like Viyyalavari Kayyalu, I might be noticed by them.

Why did you jump into Tamil?

You can say, to increase my base. It is not that I jumped into the Tamil field when I am not getting offers here but with K Balachander sir’s offer (Poi in Tamil and dubbed into Telugu as Abaddam) that I stepped into Tamil. When my friends and other heroes in Telugu had learnt that I was doing KB’s film, they congratulated me wholeheartedly and said it was great chance. The film was not successful but I really cherish the experiences of doing that film. I feel fortunate enough to get acquainted with the great director.

Any other Tamil films?

I am just doing one which is under progress. The film’s name Vambu Sandai.

Last two years must have been a hell to you?

Everyone will have their own insecurities and fears. Yes, I did go throug very rough patch. But it was not that I didn’t get any offers at all. I felt that no one cares whether there was a gap in my career or not. Rather they want me to see in a quality film. So I took my own time. My first three films were silver jubilee hits. After that I was under pressure to do something. In the process I did mistakes. I have realized them.

Who do you blame for your troubles? Or was it just fate?

I don’t want to put it on fate and sidestep from my mistakes. I don’t blame anyone for my downfall. I tasted success at very early stage. At that time there was no one to guide me. Lack of experience, lack of support and lack of judgment are the reason for these troubles, I believe. I was not clever enough then to know the tactics.

So you have learnt tactics now?

I am still vulnerable but I am matured now. I don't repeat my mistakes.

There are rumors that you are distancing from media?

No. I like to be alone. When I am aloof and not interacting, they are mistaken that I am distancing with media folks. But there is nothing like that. Perhaps, in the last two years there was nothing important happened to meet the journalists regularly?

What are the films you have seen recently?

I liked Pokiri very much and then Bommarillu.

When is the marriage?

Not now. There is plenty of time for that . On personal side, there is nothing much happening
either.

SOURCE: Telugucinema.com

POWER STAR PAWAN KALYAN MOVIE MIGHT BE NAMED "GENIUS"

Shooting of a film directed by popular dialogue writer Trivikram Srinivas and produced by Allu Aravind on the banner of Gita Arts with Power Star Pawan Kalyan as hero is progressing well at Ramanaidu Studios in Hyderabad.There was a talk in the Telugu movie industry that "Genius" is the title under consideration for the movie. However, there was another talk that the unit is planning to name the film as "Nenu Inthe".

However, the unit is yet to officially confirm and declare the title. In fact, both the titles would suit the Power Star aptly, but the title should also suit the subject.

Generally speaking, Power Star is a "Genius" and at the same time, do anything on his own in his own inimitable style.

TELUGU ACTRESS ANUSHKA IN THE NEWS FOR WRONG REASONS

Anushka is busy in Telugu movie industry with her films. She has starred with Nagarjuna and is acting in his latest film "Don" as well. She is also starring in Balakrishna’s film "Okka Mogadu". Another film with Jagapathi Babu and her ready for release film Lakshyam with Gopichand. She has even bough a flat in Hyderabad.

But all this is not what is making the news. It is about her personal life. She was a yoga teacher before she entered Tollywood. She was introduced to Tollywood by her student who is the young son of a top hero. It is now being said that she in romantically involved with her student and a steaming video featuring the two is reportedly doing the rounds.

But the young man who is itching to make his debut in films comes from a big family with powerful connections both in the industry and also in the corridors of power. So the sex video issue may be buried sooner than one would expect.

POSANI TO DIRECT RAJASEKHAR?

Telugu producer Maganti Gopinath, who earlier produced films like "Ravanna", "Badradri" "Ramudu", is planning a film with Dr. Rajasekhar. The film is still in planning stages and might be directed by Posani Krishnamurali who recently made driving film "Operation Dhuryodhana". The production banner good rapport with Posani as he provided story for both the above mentioned films. Market has pulled up for Rajasekhar after "Yevadaithe Nakenti". It has to be seen if this combination will work out.

KAIKALA SATYANARAYANA TO DO THE ROLE OF "YAMUDU"

Telugu movie senior actor Kaikala Satyanarayana played the role of 'Yamadharma Raju' in a blockbuster called 'Yamagola' with the late NTR and Jayaprada in the lead and won compliments from every quarter.

Later, he played the role again in 'Yameleela' with Ali and Indraja in the lead and 'Yamudiki Mogudu' with Mega Star Chiranjeevi in the lead. All those films were proved super hits.

After a long gap, again he is appearing in a similar role in 'Yamagola' (Mallee Modalayindi) directed by Srinivasa Reddy and produced by Amar, Rajasekhar and Satish on the banner of Frames Entertainment with Srikant, Venu, Reema Sen and Meera Jasmine in the lead.

Producers say, 'His role would remain a highlight of the movie.' The film shooting was almost complete but for the canning of three songs. Of them, one song would be shot on the lead characters in Hyderabad, while two more would be choreographed in Europe.'

TOLLYWOOD ACTOR SUMAN SAYS "HE IS READY TO DO VILLAIN ROLES"

Tollywood actor Suman says he is open for villain and negative characters in the films, if “they are substantial and have good importance’’. Suman is buoyed by the success of Sivaji in which he made debut as ‘villain’.

“I was hesitant when Shankar offered the role. But he and Rajnikant convinced me. I am happy that I got good praise from all quarters,” Suman said. “I am open for negative roles if our Telugu filmmakers come with interesting characters,” he informed.

Suman who is now doing more mythological characters said an actor’s job is to do different kind of roles and should stuck to one image.

DALER MEHNDI SINGS A SONG FOR "YAMADONGA"

Popular pop singer Daler Mehndi enters into Telugu movie industry. He sang a song for S S Rajamouli’s "Yamadonga". Music director M M Keeravani had recorded a song sung by him on Thursday.

Daler who is popular his pop numbers and has many superhit albums to his credit has lent his voice for many films in Bollywood. But this is the first time that he sang for a South Indian film. Keeravani who thought that his peculiar voice adds zing to the song brought him down to sing for this film.

Keeravani said he is one among his laksh of fans. “I am really happy that he sang for my composition.”

RAMANAIDU DROPPED OFF THE IDEA OF MAKING "BHALE JODI"?

Buzz is that veteran Telugu movie producer Ramanaidu has dropped off the idea of starting "Bhale Jodi". According to rumours, he is not fully satisfied with the script. So he has second thoughts about launching the film.

Bhale Jodi was to start this month with Srikanth, Rishi, Sneha and Charmi as the lead pair and Muppalaneni Shiva as the director.

PRINCE MAHESH BABU NEXT MOVIE

It is a well known fact that the Telugu film "Pokiri" directed by Puri Jagannath and produced on the banner of Vaishno Academy with Prince Maheshbabu and Ileana in the lead had rewritten the Box Office records of the 75-year-old Telugu film industry.

With that blockbuster, Maheshbabu's image skyrocketed and he had become the most sought after hero.

Presently he is doing a film "Atithi" produced by his brother Rameshbabu on the banner of Krishna Productions under the direction of Surender Reddy, with Bollywood girl Amrita Rao playing opposite him in the female lead.

After this film, Maheshbabu is going to act in a film to be produced by Dr KL Narayana on the banner of Durga Arts in which Jasti Hemambar is making his debut as director.

The film would be formally launched on August 9 and "Mirchi" is the title under consideration for the movie. Young music director Devisri Prasad is going to score music for the flick.

NTR CLAPPED NARESH & RAJIV FILM

Telugu actors Allari Naresh and Rajiv Kanakala have combined together to give a suspense thriller in the direction of Mullapudi Vara. This untitled flick was today launched at Ramanaidu studios, Hyderabad. SS Rajamouli is presenting the film on Markwell Entertainments banner. Chandrasekhar Yeleti provides screenplay to the movie. Satya Prasad, Tulasi Prasad and Jairam Setty are the producers.

NTR sounded the clapboard on the heroes Naresh and Rajiv, while VV Vinayak switched the camera. K Raghavendra Rao did the first shot direction. After performing puja through EVV, the script was formally handed over to Vara by Rajamouli and Surender Reddy.

Rajamouli said: “Actually I wanted to produce this film, but couldn’t as I was busy with Yamadonga. Mullapudi Vara is a good friend of mine. Our relationship started in angry mood but ended up in thick friendship. The film has suspense as its main theme. It is Rajiv who got in the producers. I am the presenter.”

Screenplay writer (director) Chandra Sekhar Yeleti said that he had put in his best efforts for enlivening the mood of suspense in the film as demanded by the subject. Vara said that Rajamouli, Rajiv and Yeleti played a big role in launching the movie with good producers. Heroes Allari Naresh and Rajiv Kanakala expressed their thanks to the filmmakers for their efforts to do a good movie with them.

HAS ACTRESS ILEANA HAD AN ABORTION?

The hottest news doing the rounds in the Telugu movie industry is about Ileana’s abortion. The news is that Ileana underwent abortion at a corporate hospital is Hyderabad recently. Thereafter she left for Goa to take rest and not to appear for exams as stated.

The rumours are flying in thick and fast. It was said that she was having an affair with a young hero with whom she starred in a film recently. He is said to have caused the pregnancy. However some others in the industry say that all this is not true and is the mischief of those who are jealous of her success.

TITLE HAS NOT YET BEEN FINALISED FOR VENKATESH MOVIE

The latest film starring Venkatesh is currently under production. The film was tentatively titled "Tulasi" keeping in mind his image among his lady audience. The title was thought to be apt as his earlier film "Lakshmi" did well at the box-office. However, Suresh is reportedly toying with the idea of changing the title to "Tulasi Reddy".

This title was not to the liking of many as they felt that it sounds like a faction film. A strict no-no for Venky. The latest name to come to the fore now is "Sivaram". The title is yet to be confirmed but the unit members are said to be veering around this title.

TELUGU MOVIE "NINDU POURNAMI" AUDIO LAUNCH

The audio of Telugu movie "Nindu Pournami" directed by Thota Krishna and produced by EVN Chary on the banner of Krishnaveni Films with Rajendrababu, Payal in the lead, was launched at Film Chamber on June 19.

Chamanbhai Pael released the audio and handed over the first cassette to P Chandrasekhar Reddy, while State Transport Minister Kanna Lakshminarayana released the first CD and handed over the first piece to noted producer, director and artiste R Narayana Murthy.

The audio is being marketed by SVA Audio and noted lyricist Gorantla Krishna scored music for the film.

Producer Chary says, 'The first copy of our film is ready. We are planning to release the film in July.'

Director Thota Krishna says, 'The effect of Full Moon (Nindu Pournami) would be on the sea, people and animals. One such real life incident is being moulded on the screen through our film.'

All the guest who attended the audio release function expressed their wish that the audio as well as the film a big hit.