Finally after entertaining family audiences by taking them through an emotional journey for weeks, curtains were pulled down on Nagarjuna’s Meelo Evaru Koteeswarudu. In the presence of Megastar Chiru, the first season of MEK was ended last night, upsetting family audiences.

From housewives to youngsters, family audiences glued to MEK to watch Nag’s travel into the lives of others. From a school master who wanted to help his sister by winning a crore to a HIV positive patient who expressed confidence of getting life changed forever by winning some thousands, Nag experienced their pain and projected it in his own eyes. His wise advices always made a point to learn, while his simplicity is a rule youngsters should follow. Such emotional journey got disconnected from last night, as the Second Season of MEK will begin only sometime later.

‘At a time when monotony is reining game shows, Meelo Evaru Koteeswarudu has proved a point and made everyone tune into the show’, Chiru praised, after sitting in hot-seat for the final episode. ‘This game show has to continue, this last episode is just an interval; there should be no end for this show’, he concluded. That is what even all the family audiences felt.

‘Gravity defying stunts, artificial blood and killing the goons; is it the incredible stuff we want to sell to Telugu audience? Is this what they are demanding from us? Can’t we come up with soothing dramas?’

None other than versatile actor Prakash Raj has come up with these lines. Pointing out his aversion of watching Telugu cinema trailers from years, he took a dig at masala-potboilers. ‘Running with a gun, like a license to kill, isn’t the right thing. Have we forgotten the Bapu kind of romance we could show?’, he said, claiming that Govindudu Andarivadele is a feel-good nativity laced flick.

Pure human relations, tender feelings and Telugu culture are abundant in Govindudu Andarivadele and Prakash Raj has exaggerated the same. But his take on commercial masala-flick isn’t going right with star directors who are busy canning such movies.

Prakash’s recent hits like Race Gurram and Alludu Seenu too fall under same ‘aversion’ category, and still the actor is ready to hammer himself to speak his heart out. But what about the star directors of those movies, will they agree with our eccentric performer?

Success, according to many industry folks, is all about hitting box office with blockbuster movies. If someone is going through a rough patch, then they will be written off without mercy. This bitter truth is revealed by maverick film maker Krishna Vamsi the other day.

‘From last 3-4 years, things are not working for me in industry. I’ve passed a toughest phase, during which thoughts like ending my life are at peaks. None dared to say me a hello even, as I’m not a happening director anymore’, Krishna Vamsi confided, with moist eyes. In a tearful revelation, he stressed that Megastar Chiranjeevi helped him recover, as always, offering him Govindudu Andarivadele without even asking the story. ‘Never in my life had I asked for an offer. But when I really need one, Megastar is there for me’

Provided with the kind of movies Krishna Vamsi made, including a fairytale romance like Ninna Pelladutha, a sentimental family drama like Murari, a patriotic social subject like Khadgam, he is someone for whom there is no alternative. Couple of flops doesn’t really affect the history he created. It is quite unfortunate that cine-biggies have looked him down and neglected his presence.

Happy thing is, KV is stubborn and he got moral support from Mega family to bounce back. Hope Govindudu Andarivadele works big time for him. ‘I’m not saying this with arrogance, but belief. GAV is going to become a memorable cinema’, he concluded, still with tears rolling in his eyes.

Gifted painter and able visionary to give a painterly form to the texts of Mahabharatha and the first ever Indian artist to paint images of Hindu Gods, Raja Ravi Varma’s tales are unsung. Most of the women in his painting still haunt us with their timeless charisma and radiance.

There happens to be a beautiful romantic secret behind these creations. Exploring this angle, famous writer Rajnith Desai wrote a novel named ‘Raja Ravi Verma’ sketching our painter’s love and romance with his muse Sugandha Bai. Director Ketan Mehta who directed Mangal Pandey earlier has transformed this book into a silver screen masterpiece now as Rang Rasiya. Oddball actor Randeep Hooda portrayed Ravi Varma with elan, despite enchantress Nandana Sen stealing show with her painterly semi-nude performances.

Six years into production, this romantic love tale is finally seeing light and the flick is expected a rousing reception at box office by art-cinema lovers. Anyway some fundamentalists are demanding for certain cuts in the flick, where Ravi Varma is shown painting his bed-mate as Goddess Lakshmi.

Going by latest reports, Vishnu Manchu’s much awaited film Anukshanam, directed by Ram Gopal Varma, which created a lot of buzz with its trailer, is out of Independence Day. We hear that production house has pushed the film’s release to September keeping the great response to the film’s auction in mind. As the concept of auction has clicked well, despite being last-minute revelation and with few flaws like not having Credit Card payment option, makers are now planning to fix this them considering tremendous response from NRIs.

The movie has Madhu Shalini and Tejaswi Madivada, of Ice Cream and SVSC fame, in significant roles. Vishnu is stepped into a cop role and the movie revolves around a miscreant cab driver who is on killing spree. Though Vishnu plays a police officer, he will not be seen in cop dress exactly in the film. Already, Vishnu’s looks with slightly bushy moustache catapulted a lot of attention towards the film.

With this Vishnu has given way to Surya’s Sikander (Anjaan Telugu remake) and Sachiin Joshi’s Nee Jathaga Nenundali which are due for Aug 15 release.

The latest buzz creating ripples in T-town is that Allu Arjun has acted in a short film. What’s more? Bunny has not done it for any commercial but this is strictly for a charity.

According to reports, Allu Arjun has teamed up with Race Gurram director Surender Reddy for a short film which has a strong social message. Noted cinematographer Amol Rathod cranked the camera.

The trio joined forces to make a short film which has patriotism as its premise. We hear that the short film will be released on the eve of Independence Day. Great going Bunny.

After breaking up with ace director Srinu Vytla, seasoned writer Kona has become busy as a writer and turned producer with Geetanjali, showing new shades of himself.

After proving with hit film ‘Alludu Srinu’, his team consisting of Gopimohan know what ‘audience want’ and are able to deliver since VV Vinayak chose them after rejecting 50 odd stories for the debut of Srinivas. Now, Kona has to prove a point that he has good ‘creative judgement’ and not just money by making a winner out of his production ‘Geetannjali’ and industry is awaiting its release.

Even though, it was supposed to be a comedian turned hero Srinivas Reddy’s film, kona redesigned it as Anjali centric, keeping confidence in her talent in pulling of a horror comic-caper. So Kona’s judgement, is under test again? Will audiene play the ball, only time will tell.

Actor Aadi is bundle of nerves as his next film Gaalipatam (Kite) is all set to hit the screens. Unlike previous films, this film is very important for Aadi’s Career as he already had two back-to-back failures. His Sukumarudu and Pyar Mein Padipoyane have bombed at Box Office. And Aadi doesn’t want hattrick.

Naturally, the ‘Lovely Rock Star’ is desperate for success. Though he proved his mettle with films like Lovely, Prema Kavali, and this is very needed for him at this juncture.

Film industry is one place where success is the major yardstick but not necessarily talent. Let’s see whether Aadi could pull it off with ‘Gaalipatam’ or not.

Raising the curtains finally, Megastar Chiranjeevi has announced about his landmark 150th film on Meelo Evari Koteeswarudu’s concluding episode of first season.

When King Nagarjuna tricked that computer won’t start until Chiru opens up about the movie, there is no other option for the Supreme Hero except to reveal it.

‘It will surely take off this year and I’m waiting for right story to jump onboard’, Chiru said. Snapping at it immediately, Nag asked ‘so we are going to witness the mighty 150th flick on silver screen in 2015?’ Pat came the reply from Chiru ‘Yes, you are going to’.

Earlier when quizzed about 150th film, Chiranjeevi used to lucidly conclude that the day is near and left things to time. And finally, he announced it on the final episode of ‘Meelo Evaru Koteeswarudu’s first season.

Should we now anticipate for another big announcement on August 22, on Chiru’s birthday?

In the film industry, heirs of popular stars making big is no big deal. Except a few, most of the big heroes today are the star kids who made entry into films with their fathers’ cine background. But no one fought with their actor fathers till date. Here comes a situation where an actor’s son is directly locking horns with his father. Aadi is directly colliding with his father Saikumar on coming 8th august.

By now it might have become obvious that dialogue king Saikumar and young hero Aadi’s films are going to release on the same day. Yeah. Aadi’s ‘Galipatam’ and Saikumar’s ‘Janmasthanam’ are slated for August 8 release. While Aadi’s film is a romantic entertainer certified A’, Saikumar’s film is a thriller drama certified U/A. Galipatam is going to cash on the youth while Janmasthanam reportedly is going to cater to the tastes of the female audiences. The father-son duo, by coincidence are going to compete with each other and for the cine lovers, this seemingly is gonna be an interesting war.

Just when people thought it’s all over and the film is ready to hit the screens finally, it seems a roadblock has struck once again for director Shankar and his magnum opus, Ai (Manoharudu). The exact reasons are still not known but the film is now certainly out of Dushera race and a similar fate awaits for Diwali as well. In fact many even say the film might not release this year at all.

Manoharudu has been in making for few years now. It was expected to take time considering its mammoth scale but it has surpassed even the wildest expectations now in terms of time taking, in the current age of technical advancements. This is certainly bad news for fans of the director and hero Vikram, as it was only a month ago talks about an audio release and discussions about possible release dates were being discussed. Of course, no matter what the media says it is a speculation based on sources or not and it’s the director who knows the reality. Can there be a turnaround in the last minute even though the major holiday slots are already booked?

Buttering is everywhere. Whether it is Bollywood or Tollywood or even Kollywood, cine celebrities keep buttering one another to be in good books. No one has to take this as an issue as long as this buttering doesn’t go overboard. Samanta, the top heroine of Tollywood isn’t an exception for this. Time and again we see Sammy buttering her heroes and directors. With this art and her self proclaimed talent, she reached stardom in Tollywood. Despite this, Samanta keeps attacking Tollywood heroes and directors once in a while.

According to a popular channel, of late Samanta gave an interview to a Tamil news channel. In the interview as per the sources, Sammy went harsh on Tollywood film Industry accusing that there is only hero worship in Tollywood and heroines get less respect comparatively. According to her opinion, even Rajamouli falls under the category who falls for buttering. May be she has low opinion on Tollywood film industry. But why is she doing the same in Kollywood even, of late buttering Surya and Linguswamy? Samanta seems to be maintaining double standards!

In three films and Gabbar Singh to finally break the jinx for Shruti Haasan in Telugu film industry. The actress has been on new high post the film’s humongous success and is flooded with offers nonstop. But when it comes to her ‘home’ industry Tamil, the actress is yet to break free with a hit. So far Shruti Haasan has done two films, both came with huge pre-release hype but couldn’t meet the expectations and failed at the box office.

After some gap the actress will once again have a Tamil release in the form of Poojai for Diwali this year. Unlike her previous films this film is coming in a low key manner despite being directed by Hari. Not only that this mass entertainer is pitted against one of the most anticipated films of the year Kathi starring none other than Vijay, the reigning Superstar of Tamil films. In Telugu Gabbar Singh was her third film and it changed her fate from being called iron leg to golden leg. Will her third film in Tamil have the same result? Can actor Vishal help Shruti Haasan break the jinx? Since the project comes in competition breaking the jinx would not just help Shruti Haasan’s career but also give great box office edge to Vishal as well.

This sudden unexpected clash due to the aforementioned reasons has suddenly become a great topic of debate among the trade in Tamil cinema. And unsurprisingly both these films are going to be our (Telugu Film Industry) big films for Diwali as well because as things stand today no expectation worthy Telugu film has announced a Diwali release.

Praneeta Subhash, the dove eyed beauty who turned a silent killer with Pawan Kalyan’s ‘Atharintiki Daredi’ is once again coming to woo the audience with NTR’s ‘Rabhasa’. Though top heroine Samanta is playing the main female lead, reportedly Praneeta too has a good share in the film. It is being rumoured that one of Praneeta’s songs had to be dropped to reduce the length of the movie. That means she is going to get only one duet with NTR in the film and going by the rumours, she is unhappy with this development.

However, Praneeta need not be disappointed because, one song is enough for her to bail out others. In fact, in the song sung sung by NTR ‘Raakasi Raakaasi’, Praneeta looked more feastier and attractive in half saree than Sammy in western outfits. Even in her previous movie with Pawan Kalyan, Praneeta had only one song but that was enough for her to bail out Samanta’s stardom and get noticed. Samanta had a meatier role in AD . Nevertheless, Praneeta stole the show. Hope this one song sentiment is going to work wonders for Praneeta this time too.

Voluntarily taking up the social responsibility, stylish hero Allu Arjun proves that his Mega lineage has it all. Like his uncle Chiranjeevi who is not just a philanthropist but also did some awareness videos earlier for Television, Bunny is also following similar footsteps.

For the first time, Allu Arjun will be seen in a special short film that is aimed at Independence Day. Patriotism needs to be taught these days as youths are too busy to think about the country. Bunny has come forward to act in a short that talks about India in a line and explains how many sacrifices have won us freedom from the British.

Popular creative director Sukumar is carving out this short film, and cinematographer Amol Rathod who worked for Iddarammayilatho is handling the camera. You may wonder who is producing this video. None other than Bunny turned producer for the first time. That’s social responsibility

Doe-eyed beauty Tamannah Bhatia has modestly admitted that Mahesh Babu would steal the show in their upcoming film Aagadu. Speaking to media, Tammu shared, “I had teased director Sreenu Vaitla on the sets that no one would watch me when there is Mahesh on screen.”

Tamannah is eagerly waiting for the film and pinning high hopes that the film would bring back her charm. She is recently seen in a special song in Alludu Seenu. Tamannah reasons, “The reason for doing a jig for special song is because of director VV Vinayak. Earlier, I’ve worked with him for Badrinath and the song Nath Nath has brought many accolades for me.”

Rarely, we find actresses like Tamannah who modestly admits truth. The audio launch of Mahesh Babu’s Aagadu is scheduled for August 31 on the eve of Gautam Krishna’s birthday.

With comeback of megastar looking imminent, its time to debate how much once highest paid Telugu star, would demand as his remuneration in 2014 and later on. The Tagore star’s last drawn salary was reportedly 8.5 crore for his last film “Shankar Dada Zindabad”, in 2007, before he stepped into politics. In those days, he had no competition since Balakrishna, Venkatesh and Nag, were no match to his stardom, while new-age stars Pawan, Mahesh and NTR were finding their ground. But now the scenario is totally different, since his brother Pawan is undisputed t-wood king, closely followed by Dhookudu star and both are charging above Rs. 15 crore each per film.

So, should Chiru charge on par with Pawan or Mahesh or could quote 17 to 18 crores, to show that he is still has the magic to woo viewers. Also overrule the arguments, that his political stint had dented his charisma. Even though, top producers like Aswini Dutt, KRR, K S Rama Rao and Allu Arvine would be willing to pay his price and making rounds to re-launch the megastar after a 7 year break, or Chiru will prefer to do a film for his son and star Ram charan and want amount Jagadeka veerudu should draw in the 60-crore budget movie. Maybe his fans feels that he is still ‘badshah’ of T-town, unmdindful of his political debacle, while his detractors, have their own doubts, about his dented charisma. Lets see, how Chiru would tackle his comeback and silence his critics, by drawing highest pay cheque or not?

Actress Anjali and controversies come hand-in-hand usually. The bubbly beauty who often hit headlines for wrong reasons, says she is used to them and trying to overcome them. Anjali states, “I’ve been facing controversies for various reasons. I’ve already come to terms with them. Since I’m a strong woman, I know how to come back. I’m returning stronger.”

It may be recalled that Anjali had went missing for a couple of days and later made a dramatic appearance. Still, she has been facing legal issues regarding Tamil director Kalanjiyam and her aunt.

Anjali is now all set to bounce back with a female-centric film Geethanjali, a horror comedy which is due for release this week. Brahmanandam and Srinivas Reddy play vital roles in the film.

Pungent mass flavor comes just by the tick of a seconds-hand for Mass Raja Raviteja. He is an ocean, where is there no limitation for exploration. He is a sky, which could hold anything that flies by. Here comes his powerful ‘Power’ dialogue teaser.

‘There are no warning and warrants. There is no wasting of bullets’. That is simply ACP Baldev, the powerful police officer who ruthlessly acts above the law when blackguards cross the line. Latest teaser of Ravi Teja’s ‘Power’ says it all. Tipped off to be a mass-entertainer with right dose of commercial ingredients, debutant director Bobby piped out powerful performance from Ravi.

Power is hitting screens on August 29, on Vinayaka Chavithi eve, and the promotion campaign sets starts like a whoop with this thunderous teaser. We hear that the excitement will double by the time we watch Hansika and Regina’s scorching glamour on silver screen.

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Stick beauties and size zeroes are never the cup of tea for Telugu cinema lovers. The likes of Parvathi Melton and Sarah Jane Daiz are not in vogue of a tempting physique that could draw attention from Tollywood and went aloof. Still, here comes another size-zero kind of hottie testing the waters.

Erica Fernandez, the 21 year old Mangalore beauty, is all set to debut on Telugu silver screen with tomorrow’s release Gaalipatam. Although her first Telugu flick Dega still rests in cans, this latest one is hitting screens without any hassles. Showing her off 31-25-34 slim figure in a drum-stick like look, Erica wants to leave her footprints here. While her debut flicks in Tamil and Kannada are major flops, she doesn’t want similar fate meted out to her first step in Tollywood too.

She will be hottest size zero girl in Tollywood if at all she prospers by impressing audiences. This hot art and humanities student went all corners for Gaalipatam including lending her pretty lips for a beautiful kiss that sealed the air in between. Wish her luck folks!