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Samantha exposing herself?

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Samantha-Siddharth relation is much talked about and though earlier the couple denied their relation, now it seems Samantha is exposing more on it.

She may not be forthcoming on it but with her acts she is exposing herself. Sources say with regards to deciding on her career and new films, she is overtly depending on him.

To the top of it when she was endorsing a brand, she flaunted her beauty more than she actually does making many wonder whether she does the same after marriage with Siddharth or since she decided to get married anyway, she decided to turn bold!

Kajal can’t do whatever she wants !

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Kajal speaking to scribes says she or for that matter anyone in the industry can’t do whatever they want. She says special thinking is needed to achieve success and one shouldn’t expect overnight miracles. She says only patience and perservance gets success on silver screen.

When asked about her success secret she says when she made her debut she faced with failures. However she waited patiently and proved herself when the opportunity came. She says she will be patient in sets and cooperate with the director till he gets what he wants. She says one cannot show heroism in a hurry.

Shruti reaching for the stars!

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Sizzling seductress Shruti Hasan is high on spirits with Balupu getting positive talk and doing well at the box office. She thanked all expressing her happiness. Her films Yevadu, Ramayya Vastavayya in Tollywood and Ramayya Vastavaiya, D Day in Bollywood are up for release.

Success of those films will make her the top heroine. Shruti who was branded Iron Leg prior to Gabbar Singh turned Golden Leg post the film’s release. Currently Shruti is busy shooting for Yevadu and Ramayya Vastavayya.

Is KK Sonia’s secret agent?

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Even as the Congress High Command is reportedly preparing to announce Telangana, there is stiff opposition from the Telangana leaders on the proposal of merging the TRS into Congress as thought of earlier.

It is learnt that senior leaders like minister K Jana Reddy and MP Madhu Yashki are seriously opposed to the merger of TRS as they fear that K Chandrasekhara Rao would start dominating the state Congress scene. With opposition from seniors, Congress leadership had shelved the proposal, say sources. However, Congress chief Sonia Gandhi has reportedly planned to keep KCR also under the control of Congress to the extent possible.

Former PCC president D Srinivas was taken into confidence by Sonia Gandhi and other top leaders in dealing with the Telangana issue, more than anyone else. It is learnt that the top leaders had done a marathon exercise on the matter with DS. It is in this context that Sonia Gandhi planted KK as her representative in the TRS, as per the plan of DS say sources.

Observers are pointing that KK chose to join the TRS only after meeting Sonia Gandhi at Delhi. However, KK said it was because the Congress High Command was unwilling to concede Telangana, that he had joined the TRS. But this is for outside consumption only, say observers. They say that KK has joined the TRS with the full knowledge of Sonia Gandhi.

Congress is hoping that KK would play a key role in arranging a sort of tie up with the TRS either before or after the elections.

There are strong indications that the Congress High Command has been preparing to announce its decision on Telangana soon. Congress is hoping to defeat both the TRS and the YSR Congress by taking a decision on Telangana. It is learnt that the Congress High Command has been trusting KK to become useful at the right time, to deal with KCR.

Balupu Movie Review – 3.25/5

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Rating: 3.25/5
Starring: Ravi teja, Shruthi hassan, Anjali, Brahmanandam
Director: Gopichand Mallineni
Producer: Prasad Vara Potluri
Banner: PVP Cinemas
Music: Thaman SS

Story
Ravi (Raviteja), a bank recovery agent lives with his father Nana (Prakashraj) in Bangalore. Nana hopes to get his son married to a beautiful girl and Ravi comes accross Shruthi (Shruthi Hasan) and her uncle Crazy Mohan (Brahmi) who cheats the people around them with silly acts. When Ravi decides to teach a lesson to them, Shruti falls for him. Both the couple�s parents arrange for their engagement and Vizag Purna (Ashutosh Rana) enters the scenes revealing the actual identities of Ravi and Nana as Shankar and Nanaji. What is their flashback? Who is Anjali revealed by Vizag Purna, forms the rest of the story.

Performances
Ravi Teja as always delivers an energetic performance and with his typical style of dialogue delivery, Ravi Teja effortlessly engages the audiences. He dances with unmatched energy.
Shruti Haasan looks glamorous in the movie and she has pleasing screen presence. She sizzled in the songs and has proved that she can pull of glam doll roles well.
Anjali with an innocence in her role as a doctor managed to do the most impressive job. Her role is crucial part of the film and the song Ninnu Chusina was shot well.
Brahmanandam strikes equally and in fact he is an asset for the film. Crazy Mohan role in Balupu is one of his best in the recent times. Prakashraj plays his part earnestly while Adivi Sesh, Ashuthosh Rana leaves a lasting impact. Thagubothu Ramesh is okay but Ali�s comedy looked forced.
Technical Analysis
Jayanan Vincent camera works is good with colorful visuals. Thaman�s musical though not chartbusters, they make a decent listen. However the background score is loud. While the direction is good, screenplay is impressive in the first half. Editing could have been better in the second half. Dialogues are okay and might work with masses.
Production values are rich.
Analysis
Ravi Teja, Shruti Haasan and Brahmanandam comedy scenes are hilarious. Ravi Teja, Brahmi scenes have always worked on-screens and this time Shruti joins the duo. The Haasan girl appears in ultra glamorous outfits.
Brahmanandam is an asset for the film. His dances and antics on Gangnam style and Dil Jamping Japak tracks along with leads, followed by Iddarammayilatho spoof dialogue (Matallev Matladukovdallev) are sure to leave you in splits. The comedy is sensibly paced in the first half.
The pre-inteval portions are well shot with a good twist raising expectations on the second half. Emotional scenes are high in the second half and the film moves on a predictable note in the latter half. However, the pre-climax scenes involving Ravi Teja, Brahmi are hilarious and highly entertaining. Balupu follows regular commercial movie template with a routine storyline, yet Gopichand Malineni and his team makes it fun and entertaining.
Final Verdict
Mass Masala Formula reapplied-Entertaining First Half & Passable Second Half

Can Chubby Namitha compete with them?

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Who would want to watch Namitha gyrating in an item song when the sexy babes Shriya, Charmee and Priya Mani are setting the screen on fire with oomph-filled numbers? Guess what, they are doing this in Bollywood.

Of course audience would definitely prefer curvaceous beauties over voluptuous bodies (read Namitha and her likes) that are making futile attempts to woo the male audience. But the interesting trend of mainstream heroines more than willing to do item numbers might give the so-called �vamp and regular item girls� a run for their money.

And when every other hot heroine is in a rush to make her respective debut in an item song, where will huge-bodied women stand a chance to show her �skill� and otherwise? The filmmakers are also simply avoiding the large ladies and opting for sultry and sizzling girls who could well make a huge difference to the whole presentation of the item number than being sleazy, cheap and vulgar. After all the movie goers will any day want see �Poova Poovai� girls and certainly not some heavy stuff! Which is why we think Namitha is contemplating on entering into politics….wise choice babe!
    

Kavuri takes U turn on ‘T’ Issue

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Union Minister Kavuri Sambasiva Rao appears to have taken a U turn with regard to Telangana issue. Kavuri, a known hardened protagonist of united Andhra Pradesh, now appears to have softened a little, though he gave up the permanent invitee post of the Congress Working Committee.

Kavuri, who arrived here on Friday, made some vital remarks on the occasion. He said he had no objection to whatever be the decision of the High Command on Telangana. As against his strong opposition to creation of Telangana earlier, Kavuri said he would abide by the decision of the party High Command on the matter.

Stating that it was for the High Command to decide on the issue, Kavuri said one has to compromise on certain issues. He said he would not be able to think like a sarpanch after becoming a Union minister. He said he would abide by the decision of the Central government, whether it was for Telangana or against. He thanked Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and Congress president Sonia Gandhi for inducting him into the Union Cabinet.

Responding to a question, Kavuri denied that he got union minister post by threatening to quit the party. He claimed that the High Command gave him the post after examining his qualifications. He said there was need for strengthening the party in the State. About the plight of handloom weavers, he said he would strive to constitute a special fund for their welfare.

Earlier, Kavuri was given a warm reception on arrival by his supporters and party workers.

Their relation is a contractual agreement with an expiry date!

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There was an aura surrounding the affair between one of the most eligible bachelors Sidhharth and the leading heroine Deepika Padukone. The affair lasted almost for two years after Deepika Padukone break up with Bollywood heartthrob Ranbir Kapoor.

But, many will get surprised to know the fact that they were really never in a relationship! Recent rumors claim that Deepika and Siddharth Mallya�s relationship is one of convenience. If we believe in reports from Mumbai, Deepika was in fact contractually obligated to spend time with Siddharth via a pre-determined number of public appearances and photo opps as Papa Mallya wanted his son to be the most desirable heir. Deepika was also recruited to help add more star power to Mallya�s cricket team during the IPL and was something of a brand ambassador for the company.

During her association with Siddharth, its heard that both are just friends and break up was entirely mutual, despite attempts to make it look like there was some kind of �drama� involved. So we have to understand that the relation is basically a contractual agreement with an expiry date!     

Will Pawan be seen in Balupu ?

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Nowadays, it has become a common practice for many producers of tollywood to incorporate pawan kalyan’s references, his pics or his previous movies’ scenes, in their movies. Mass Maharaj Ravi Teja’s ‘Balupu’ is no more an exception to this tradition. There were many references of pawan kalyan in many scenes of this film. In one of the scenes, Shruthi Haasan acts as pawan kalyan’s girl friend. In some more scenes Brahmanandam imitates pawan kalyan’s mannerisms. There was a bit song of ‘Akaasam ammayaythey’ from ‘GS’ and there was the dialogue which says “pawan kalyan oka vyasanam…Pawan  Kalyan oka alavatu”. There was a great response from pawan kalyan’s fans watching those scenes in the movie.

Meanwhile, ‘Balupu’ was released on 28th of June and received hit talk from the audiences. This is said to be a comeback film for Ravi Teja. Shruthi Haasan and Anjali were seen opposite to Ravi Teja in the film. The movie was directed by Gopichand Malineni and it was produced by PVP Cinemas.

Has Asin got a Boyfriend !

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Asin, the Mallu beauty who made it big in Bollywood, has not signed any new projects of late even after featuring in few Rs 100 Cr projects. Surprising, is it because she doesn�t have any influential boyfriend or godfather in the industry?  �I�m glad I have made it without a boyfriend or a sugar daddy, without a godfather. I have come this far even though I had no remote connection with the industry� says Asin.

Asin who is from a conservative south Indian family doesn�t believe in dating or one night stands. �I would never have a night stand. I wouldn�t act on the basis of pure physical attraction or temporary satisfaction. Any relation requires emotional investment. I wouldn�t even entertain the thought.� quotes Asin.

What is her take on Love? �Love is non-selfish. Love is to extend oneself to nurture the overall development of the other person. Love means sacrifice and it�s always about the other person – even if you�re not a factor in that person�s happiness� is Asin�s philosophical view.

Does she have boyfriend?  Asin claims she doesn�t have one and not even looking for love at this point.

Any particular reason?  �I need to find someone who�s compatible and who understands me. I�ve never experienced love at first sight. There can be lust at first sight but love is beyond that. Everyone looks for love and so do I. But everything has its time and place� says Asin.     

Prabhas First Look as Bahubali

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Ever since Prabhas began to grow the moustache and beard from the times of �Mirchi� audio release, Fans started to assume on how great and how memorable Rajamouli is planning the �bahubali.� As time is going on with pre production works extended, finally the movie is going on sets for first schedule on July 6th as informed by Rajamouli.

Before that, the first trail of Prabhas as real �bahubali� on the screen test in warrior get up can be seen in the above pic. With ferociously expression filled eyes and the sharpness in his looks, Prabhas looks like a real warrior. With Rajamouli helping the project, �bahubali� should be nothing less than a �Troy� or �300� or �Gladiator.� Till then enjoy this sneak preview of the get up.

Chiru can’t have personal opinions!

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Endowments minister C Ramachandraiah has said as the erstwhile PRP was merged in the Congress, they would not have any personal opinions about any issue.

Taking to the media here on Wednesday, he said he or union minister Chiranjeevi would all have to abide by the decision of the Congress high command as the PRP was merged in Congress.

Ramachandraiah said they cannot have separate views on Telangana or any other issue. He dismissed the proposal of Rayala Telangana as meaningless. Still he said they would not mind whatever the decision taken by the Congress High Command.
    

278 AP pilgrims missing

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Chief Minister N Kiran Kumar Reddy on Thursday held a review meeting on the relief works going on at Uttarakhand. He directed his cabinet colleagues to participate directly in the rescue operations at Uttarakhand to save the pilgrims. Ministers Sridhar Babu and Uttam Kumar Reddy participated in the review meeting.

It is learnt that officials found addresses of 278 AP pilgrims found missing in Uttarakhand. Of the missing persons, 153 are from Hyderabad, 68 from Ranga Reddy, 19 from Karimnagar, 10 each from Vizag, Kadapa, Chittoor, six from Guntur, three each from West Godavari, Anantapur and two from Nizamabad. The state government has decided to send photographs of missing Telugu pilgrims to Uttarakhand government.
    

Petition on properties of KCR, Ramulamma

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A lawyer filed a petition in the high court, asking for CBI probe into the properties of the TRS chief K Chandrasekhara Rao.

Referring to the allegations leveled against him by several leaders that he has amassed wealth in the guise of the Telangana movement, Balaji Wadera, the lawyer filed the petition on Tuesday, asking that the CBI be directed to probe into KCR’s assets. The petitioner also asked that the properties of TRS MLA Harish Rao and MP Vijaya Santi also be probed.

YSR’s brother refuses leaving Jagan

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Y S Jaganmohan Reddy’s uncle (younger brother of YSR) YS Bhaskara Reddy condemned media reports that he would be leaving the YSR Congress. As long as he was in politics, he would stand by YSR’s family, he has asserted.

Strongly criticizing the media for publishing and telecasting reports that he would be joining the Congress, he said he never aspired for positions and the people of Pulivendula knew about it. He has asserted that the families of YSR and his were not different.

Bhaskara Reddy is presently in-charge of the Pulivendula constituency and an active leader of the YSR Congress. Reports said the Congress was throwing the bait to Bhaskara Reddy, offering him minister’s post. Congress which has no leader in Kadapa district, is looking for leaders who can keep the party flag aloft.

�A� certificate for �Balupu�

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Ravi Teja film �Balupu� is all set to release on July 28th across the world. The movie finished its censor formalities and has been awarded �A� certificate. The makers were hoping to get the U/A certificate, but the board awarded �A� certificate after seeing Shruti Haasan glamour quotient in songs.

According to insiders, �Balupu� is a typical Ravi Teja mark movie with mix of entertainment and action. The comedy track between Brahmanandam and Shruti Haasan said to be a laugh ride. Anjali will appear in a flash back episode.

Gopichand Malineni directed the movie.  Thaman is the music director and Param V Potluri has produced the movie on PVP Cinema banner.     

Bollywood is turning to be an Item Adda for Top Tollywood stars.

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While regional stars especially actresses aspire to make it big in Bollywood proving their mettle as heroine,it seems Bollywood is turning out to be an Item Adda for many top Tollywood stars. It all started with Shriya who sizzled in Chhamiya No. 1 from Zila Ghaziabad and now Priyamani is filling Chennai Express with her glamor. These are not the only ones as Charmi,Priyamani are also joining the list and many others waiting in the wings.

Charmi who romanced top heroes in Tollywood entertained all in Damarukam and Nayak and is now getting ready for sexy treat in Prabhu Deva’s Rambo Rajkumar. She says �Prabhudheva�s Rambo Rajkumar will be my third Bollywood outing. I worked with him in films like Pournami, Michael Madana Kamaraju… We are very good friends now and I share a great rapport with him. So, when I got a call from Prabudheva asking me to do an item number with Shahid Kapoor, I jumped at the offer. Shahid is a fantastic actor and I�m excited to be working with him,�. Charmi earlier starred in  Bbuddah… Hoga Terra Baap, and Zila Ghaziabad.

Priyamani who entertained in Bollywood in Raavan and Rakta Charitra-2 is all set to be  a part of the catchy number, choreographed by Raju Sundaram in Rohit Shetty�s Chennai Express. Priyamani says �Apparently, Rohit Shetty saw some of my South songs on YouTube and was very impressed with my performance and my dance moves. He called me one day and offered me this special song in the SRK movie. And I was happy to say yes.�
    

Fans looking for crazy combinations

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There may be many heroes and heroines, however fans and movie lovers look for crazy combination and wait eagerly for them to happen. Now fans wish is getting fulfilled as some crazy combinations Mahesh-Tamannaah, Pawan Kalyan-Samantha or Allu Arjun-Shruti Haasan is set to delight them.

It will start with a treat from Shruti Hasan and Mass Raja Raviteja showing their romantic Balupu. The dream combination is battle of whites, Prince Mahesh and Milky Beauty Tamanna. Both are teaming for Aagadu. Next comes Power Star Pawan Kalyan who will be romancing seductress Samantha in Attarintiki Daaredi. Shruti Hasan is getting ready to romance mega heros Ram Charan and then Allu Arjun in Yevadu and Race Gurram.

If one thinks this is only followed by young heroes, then they are mistaken as evergreen young hero King Nagarjuna is scripting new romance with Richa Gangopadhyaya as Bhai.

Zeenat in gay love

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Veteran actress Zeenat Aman is back, this time in the sequel to the gay film “Dunno Y…Na Jaane Kyun”. She will play a Pakistani woman in the movie. The film�s main lead Kapil Sharma confirms Zeenat�s presence in the sequel to the controversial 2010 film, but he is tightlipped about the film and the part that Zeenat plays.

“Zeenatji plays Nazneen, a beautiful, dignified and liberal Pakistani lady. Her character binds the story together,” said Sharma, who will be seen with Yuvraj Parasher in the movie.Zeenat plays mother to one in a couple in a gay relationship in the film, which is said to be an India–Pakistan gay love story, said sources, adding that she essays the mom to the Pakistani gay protagonist.

A Norwegian production house, The Hungry Hearts, is producing the sequel.

Mahesh overtake Pawan!

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Film stars are now fiercely competing with each other. The stars who generally compete for their remunerations, are now competing for a generous cause.

Responding to the calamity in Uttarakhand, Power Star Pawan Kalyan contributed Rs. 24 lakhs. Now Prince Mahesh Babu contributed Rs. 50 lakhs. Fans of the heroes are singing in praise of these heroes.

Competition for such a humane cause is good isn’t it? But fans should understand that the man who contributes less is less concerned about the misery of other human beings. Contribution shows concern. Volume could be as per one’s own limitations

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