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Nagarjuna shares screen with Big B

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Indian Mega star Amitabh Bachchan had teamed up with southern superstars like Prabhu Deva, Nagarjuna Akkineni and Shiva for an Ad film of Kalyan Jewellers. For the campaign, the 69-year-old was joined by Tamil actor Prabhu, son of veteran Shivaji Ganesan; Telugu actor Nagarjuna, son of the legendary Akkineni Nageswara Rao; Kannada actor Shiva, son of Amitabh’s close friend and actor Raaj Kumar; and Malayalam actor Dilip.
Showering praises about the ad shoot and his co-stars, Big B tweeted about it saying, “Simply amazing!! Prabhu from TamilCinema, Nagarjuna from Telugu Andhra, Shiva from Karnataka and Dilip from Kerala… SAH!! Facing all the biggies of the Southern Film Industry in one sequence of my shoot – an unprecedented honor!!”

Venky to play dual role in Shadow?

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The first look of Victory Venkatesh in his upcoming movie, Shadow was revealed on the first day of the movie shooting and it generated good response from film enthusiasts. The director of the movie, Meher Ramesh had hinted that the get up will be for about 40 minutes which implies that there is all possibility of Venky doing dual role in the movie.
Shadow when it begins its latest schedule in Malaysia will earn the distinction of being the first Telugu movie to be shot in Langhkwi Islands, Malaysia. It’s a breathtaking island with a lot of water bodies and also has a spectacular backdrop of the sea. The makers claim that it will look splendid on celluloid. Meher Ramesh had shot his earlier film Billa here for a few days but this time he wants to capture every inch of this beautiful locale in 15 to 20 days begining 16th of this month. The makers have hired star cruise ships, helicopters and swanky guns and a few foreign technicians to can this ‘big-bang’ action episode.

Balayya decides to put Aditya 369 Sequel on back burner

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Our readers are aware that a sequel to Nandamuri Balakrishna’s sci-fi movie Aditya 369 is on cards. This project is the talk of the industry for quite some time now. But here is a disappointing news for all those who are waiting for this movie. The sequel is not going to happen. Balayya is reportedly not happy with the scope of this project. The movie budget is increasing several folds and the actor feel it is too risky to attempt it. Also, the movie is going to take too much toll on the director Singeetham Srinivas Rao at old age. So, the actor decided to call it quits.

Billa-2 ends Eega’s Juggernaut in Tamil Nadu

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The Tamil version of SS Rajamouli’s Eega, Naan Ee had equally made a merry in Tamil Nadu just as Telugu version did in AP. the Tamil version, Naan Ee and Telugu version Eega were ranked 1st and 3rd at Kollywood box office for the first week of its release. The movie also had the benefit of having no competition from Tamil movies during the first week of its release. 
But Ajith’s Billa-2 is releasing today had finally ended the honeymoon of Eega in Tamil Nadu. All most all the multiplexes in Tamil Nadu are screening record number of shows for Billa-2 and Naan Ee was pushed to second rung theaters. Trade experts believe that Eega might get few screens back after the first weekend of Billa-2.

I am committed to my producers: Samantha

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Samantha had loads of luck with four straight hits. But she could not enjoy the fruits of success due to her ill health. She had suffered acne related problems and was advised not to face sun for 3 months. As a result, there were news that she had to walk out of Mani Ratnam’s Kadal. Also, the shooting schedules of Autonagar Suriya and Seethamma Vakitlo Sirimalle Chettu had suffered a lot due to her health problems.
But Samantha rubbishes the claims of being behind the delay of her commitments. She tweeted, “Haven’t signed any new projects and will not until the completion of my present ones.. When my dreams are all coming true…I have to be ready to face the nightmares too… It’s been hard… Gonna be hard getting back on my feet (sic),” wrote Samantha.

Chandrababu condemns attack on Jr NTR’s Office !

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TDP chief Chandrababu Naidu has condemned the attack on the office of actor Jr. NTR in Film Nagar, Jubilee Hills on the midnight of Wednesday.Party senior leader Yanamala Rama Krishnudu and several other party leaders have also condemned the attack, for which TDP is being blamed by some quarters.
Telugu Yuvata, the youth wing of TDP, which is being basically blamed, has also condemned the attack and denied its complicity in the incident. Telugu Yuvata leaders, while condemning the attack, said that this appears to be an attempt at creating a rift between the Nandamuri and Nara families. They have alleged that YSR Congress leaders must have resorted to the attack to blame the TDP.
Telugu Nadu Students Federation general secretary Dinesh, while condemning the attack, said that it was in no way connected with it. He also said that it was an attempt to bring about a rift between the two families. In a statement here on Thursday, he stated that Gudivada MLA Kodali Nani has backstabbed Nandamuri Hari Krishna and Jr. NTR, who gave him political life.
It may be mentioned here that some unidentified persons attacked the office of Jr. NTR and broken window panes. The identity of the attackers and the reason for the attacks were not immediately known.
As Kodali Nani, Gudivada TDP MLA and a protégé of Hari Krishna and his son Jr. NTR was suspended from the party on Wednesday following his meeting with the YSR Congress honorary president Vijayamma and Y S Jaganmohan Reddy on Wednesday, it was suspected that TDP workers were responsible for the vandalism.

Who attacked Jr NTR Office?

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Although a bit late, what we hear in fresh is junior ntr’s office in Film Nagar is attacked by an assailant gang in today’s early morning hours around 1 AM. In the context of growing discontent among Telugu Desham Followers on the behavior of junior ntr’s close aide Kodali Nani who jumped recently into YSR Congress, some say that this incident could be the handy attack of hardcore TDP men.
On the other side, a newer version stated by others is suspicions on YSR Congress followers might have lured Nani’s followers as retaliation for the Press Meet conducted by Young Tiger before leaving to Italy for ‘Baadshsah’ schedule. Apparently, except property loss no injuries are reported from the spot. Police are trying to chase some clues to find the actual reason behind this attack.

Pawan Kalyan Social Message in CGR like Tagore

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Puri Jagannadh has narrated many stories to Pawan Kalyan after Badri, but the actor didn’t show interest in any of those. Idiot, Amma Nanna O Tamil Ammayi and Pokiri were among the rejected list of Pawan Kalyan! But Puri Jagan was hell bent on impressing Power star and has narrated him so many scripts.
Finally Cameraman Gangatho Rambabu subject was approved by Pawan and currently the film is rolling at a rapid pace. Puri wrote this story keeping Pawan’s ideologies in mind. This film is an entertainer with a strong message. Pawan Kalyan’s character has been written after his real life ideologies and principles.
Puri deliberately wrote this subject for Pawan Kalyan as he wanted to make a film with him and as the director expected the star couldn’t say no to him after listening to the story. As per sources, this film is like Tagore with a very good social message and Pawan’s character in it is said to be the best ever in his career so far. The treatment of this film too has many shades of Tagore and CGR team expects the film to create sensation like that Megastar’s movie. Positive signs!

Rajamouli ignored Chiranjeevi !

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Post the success of Eega, Rajamouli’s phone hasn’t stopped ringing. He has been flooded with congratulatory calls and messages from all. Megastar Chiranjeevi had seen the movie and had messaged the maverick director a couple of days ago saying “Eega is the pride of Telugu Film Industry.” But the director did not bother to acknowledge it even thinking that its a fake person.
The reason behind this is Chiranjeevi messaged SSR from an unknown number. “Chiranjeevi garu called. Boy am I thrilled!!!. Actually he texted me 2 days back from a new number and I ignored it thinking it was some fake name. I felt very bad but he just brushed it off. “eega is the pride of TFI” are his words.. Flying higher and higher…:)”, wrote Rajamouli on his twitter account.

Surya’s Maatran Trailer Revealed Plot !

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Maatran is the upcoming movie with Suriya and Kajal Agarwal in the lead roles. Makers have released a 1min teaser yesterday and the fans of Suriya are going gaga on it.
Director KV Anand ha helmed Maatran and is all set to make a different film in the combo of Suriya and Harris Jayaraj again. The teaser of Maatran released yesterday reveals that, Suriya plays conjoined twins in Maatran pairing opposite Kajal Agarwal. Suriya was stunning in the action sequences and background scores of Haaris Jayraj were good.
Story of Maatran is not inspired from any other film. I had read about the Siamese twins Eng & Chua and was motivated,” says KV Anand. Kalpathi S Aghoram is producing Maatran lavishly on AGS Entertainments banner. Technical crew of Maatran has dialogues by Suba writers, cinematography by S Sounder Rajan, fights by Peter Hein and editing by Anthony.

Suriya following Priyamani !

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Our readers are aware that Priyamani is playing the role of conjoined twins in her upcoming movie, Charulatha. Looks like Tamil actor Suriya had taken a cue from her. For the first time in his career, Suriya is all set to play conjoined twins in K V Anand’s upcoming film Duplicate. The film’s Tamil version has been named as Maatran. Most part of the film was shot in Chennai, Hyderabad and several virgin locations in Eastern Europe. 
There’s also a buzz that K V Anand has opted for performance capture technology for some scenes featuring Suriya. Kajal is playing the lead role in this high voltage action entertainer. Harris Jayaraj is composing the music. The film is currently in post production stage and it’ll hit the screens later this year. Bellamkonda Suresh is distributing the film in Andhra Pradesh.

Dilwala – Nithin’s new avatar to win hearts

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Post the success of his Ishq, Nithin is very choosy about his new project. He recently signed a new movie ‘Courier Boy Kalyan’ under a young director and produced by Gautam Menon. He recently okayed a script narrated by ‘Veedu Theda’ fame Chinni Krishna. The movie is reportedly titled ‘Dilwala’. This was earlier the script okayed by Sunil but was Sunil backed off from it at the last moment.
The movie is said to be a complete entertainer. The movie will be produced by Bellamkonda Suresh under Sri Sai Ganesh banner. Nithin had completed the shooting of Courier Boy Kalyan and will very soon begin the shooting of Dilwala too.

Shruti Hassan to perform on TV

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Multi Talented Shruti Hassan had scored first hit of her career with Gabbar Singh. Her love for music is well known It is her love for music that has prompted her to make her Television debut. She will soon be featured in a new-concept show -MTV Rush, a 13 part film series, directed by Bejoy Nambiar of Shaitan fame.
The TV show will have Shruti Hassan perform her original compositions on stage at a concert. Confirming the news Shruti Hassan says, “When Bejoy approached me with the concept of the show I absolutely loved it .I am extremely thrilled about being part of MTV Rush,where viewers will see me perform one of my original compositions . I had a fabulous time shooting for it and now I can’t wait to see how it’s been incorporated in the show”. Clearly there is no stopping this multi talented Haasan girl.

He is my Hero – Samantha

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Samantha is currently on a dream run now. All her movie including the recently released Eega are huge success. She had earned herself a tag of being a lucky charm for the industry. This is her fourth consecutive hit in Tollywood, and the actress is clearly over the moon.

However, the actress is too modest to take the credit and owes the credit to onscreen presence of Kannada superstar Sudeep. While most people are going gaga over the animated housefly the actress however feels Sudeep is her real hero. “You are my hero Sudeep….as I was there and I saw it I know u deserve much more than all the appreciation ur getting”, tweeted the actress.

Sherlyn Chopra in US to shoot for Playboy

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For a long while now, there have been reports that Sherlyn Chopra featuring on the cover of famous Playboy magazine, and finally, the day has come. Sherlyn, who is currently in Los Angeles, will be shooting for the adult magazine this week, and she has already gone through hair and make-up trial sessions.
Sherlyn arrived in LA last week, and now, she is busy preparing for her photoshoot, which will make her the first Indian on the cover of the magazine. As expected, it is expected to be a rather explicit shoot. Speaking to a Mumbai based tabloid, Sherlyn expressed her excitement and said that she felt “proud to be the first Indian to do it”, and added, “The youth is racing towards liberalisation, and that’s why being unconventional in your choices is no longer a taboo.”

Chandrababu should keep his word – Chiru

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Actor-turned Congress leader and Rajya Sabha member K. Chiranjeevi on Wednesday said that the people would never believe TDP Chief N Chandrababu Naidu’s assurances.
Speaking to the media at his old PRP office here, Chiranjeevi said that Chandrababu Naidu would have to keep his word on earmarking 100 seats to the BCs in the 2014 general elections. He said that Chandrababu had given the same assurance in the past, but failed to fulfill his word. He said that he would feel happy if the TDP gave 100 seats to the BCs

Telangana Formation is very soon – KCR !

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TRS chief K Chandrasekhara Rao has said that creation of separate Telangana State was nearing and there are clear signals in this regard.
Addressing Singareni Vijayotsava Sabha at Telangan Bhavan here on Wednesday, the TRS chief said that there were no minimum facilities to the employees though the Singareni coal mines was earning profit in crores of rupees. He thanked the Singareni workers for ensuring victory of Telangana Boggu Gani Karmikula Samithi (TBGKS), on behalf of four-and-a-half crores of Telangana people. He said the TBGKS has to fight for their rights. He exhorted the TBGKS leaders to work differently from the other unions. He said that the other Union leaders, who came wearing slippers, were now roaming in cars and never bothered to solve problems of the Singareni workers.
Making it clear that the TRS was the only party that was fighting for Telangana State, he said that the days are very near for creation of separate State. He said that there would be party review meetings for every six months. He asked the TBGKS president Kingarla Mallaiah to take responsibility of ensuring victory of party MLAs in the Singareni divisions in 2014. He said that the TRS would emerge as winner with thumping majority.
KCR said that two months’ salary, which the Singareni employees had lost during the Sakala Janula Samme would be given with interest after formation of separate State. He said that he would try to exempt the Singareni employees from paying Income Tax too.

Jagan will be released soon – Viajayamma

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YSR Congress honorary president Y S Vijayamma has said that her son Y S Jaganmohan Reddy would come out of jail within 15 days and attend to people’s problems.She told this while on a tour of the district on Wednesday. Vijayamma has inaugurated work on a drinking water scheme at a cost of Rs. 15 lakhs in Rajeev Nagar colony in Vempalli.
Speaking on the occasion, she has expressed confidence that Jagan would get bail in the Supreme Court. Stating that all the welfare schemes launched by her late husband Rajasekhara Reddy were given a goby by the present government, she said Jagan would become the Chief Minister in 2014 and attend to all their needs.
She has recalled how YSR had taken up welfare schemes which no other Chief Minister had taken up anywhere in the country. She has faulted the Congress leaders for claiming all those schemes to be theirs. She has questioned if those were Congress party’s schemes, why they were not being implemented in other states.
Vijayamma MLA from Pulivendula has undertaken a tour of Kadapa as her son MP of Kadapa constituency is in jail and unable to attend to people’s problems.

Is Lokesh entry into TDP delayed ?

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Though TDP leaders have dismissed Kodali Nani who has given a shock to the party by meeting the YSR Congress chief Y S Jaganmohan Reddy and his mother Vijayamma as a light-weight, there is a serious exercise in the party about the aftermath of his departure.
TDP chief Chandrababu Naidu was closeted with several party leaders including hero Bala Krishna and discussed about the fall out.The immediate effect appears to be that entry of Naidu’s son into politics was postponed for the present. Naidu who wanted to make Lokesh as the chief of the Telugu Yuvata, youth wing of the party, appears to have kept that decision on the hold.
Another important meeting Naidu had was with Balayya on Wednesday night. The two were closeted for about 45 minutes and discussed several things including fall out of Nani’s departure and Jr. NTR’s press conference.Balayya has just returned from a tour of America and Dubai where he made efforts to raise funds for the Indo-American Cancer Institute, set up by his late father N T Rama Rao, in the memory of his mother Basava Tarakam. Bala Krishna has apprised Naidu about his tour.
Naidu has reportedly told Balaiah to concentrate on strengthening of the party in Krishna district, as he was planning to contest from Gudivada in the 2014 general elections. It is learnt that Balaiah has agreed to watch the situation in Krishna district, as Gudivada seat represented by his father was of supreme importance to the party as well as his family members.
Naidu and Balayya have also reportedly discussed about new policy of the party on BCs. It is learnt that during the discussion, the two have decided that efforts should be made to once again gain the support of the BCs who stood firmly behind NTR when he launched the TDP.

Seethamma Vakita Sirimalle Chettu Release plans disturbed

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Few days ago, Producer Dil Raju had confidentially announced that Seethamma Vaakita Sirimalle Chettu will be releasing on September 28th. But all his plans were thrashed with the sudden illness of Samantha. She is suffering from a rare skin disease for which the doctors advised her not to face the sun for atleast 3 months. There were several combination scenes of Mahesh and Samantha which were to be shot in this schedule. And due to Samantha’s illness, all the dates of Mahesh are being wasted. So,the release date of the movie is uncertain now.
Samantha had promised to attend the shoot from August 1st. If she makes it by then, the movie will be on track for October release.

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