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Roja Objects To Balakrishna’s Comments On ANR!
Nandamuri Balakrishna is known for his no-nonsense nature. The actor-producer often lands in controversy due to his comments. Earlier he was involved in a slip of tongue. While talking about women he made some objectionable comments. Many asked how a person like Balakrishna who is in a responsible position can make such comments.
Yet again he landed in a new controversy. At the success meet of his recent film ‘Veera Simha Reddy’ Nandamuri Balakrishna allegedly spoke ill of legendary actors of Telugu Cinema ANR and SVR. They are contemporaries of Balakrishna’s father NTR.
Akkineni heroes Akhil Akkineni and Naga Chaitanya reacted to this and said that disrespecting legendary actors like Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao garu, Akkineni Nageshwar Rao garu, and S. V Ranga Rao garu is nothing but disrespecting ourselves. The two heroes shared a post on this.
Kapu Nadu also took a strong objection to Balakrishna’s comments and demanded an apology from the hero. The representatives of the body said that what Balakrishna said was wrong and he should issue an apology.
Now YSRCP Minister Roja joined the row. She said that Balakrishna’s comments are not right and that commenting on such a legendary person sends the wrong message. She asked Balakrishna how it feels if anyone makes similar comments about his father NTR.
NTR and ANR are legendary actors of Tollywood and ruled the industry as leading stars. They are regarded as the two eyes of the industry. So Balakrishna commenting on ANR created a big uproar and everyone is talking about this.
Will Nagarjuna take action against Balakrishna?
Balakrishna Nandamuri created a huge controversy by saying “Akkineni Thokkineni” at the celebration event of Veera Simha Reddy. He is now facing the wrath of Akkineni fans on social media.
Now, there’s a narrative on social media from Akkineni fans as they say Nagarjuna should take firm action against Balakrishna for his unnecessarily provocative comment on the Akkineni family.
Fans are urging Nagarjuna to restrict Balakrishna from entering the Annapurna Studios till he apologizes for his comment on the Akkineni family.
Well, Balakrishna’s hit talk show, Unstoppable 2 is also being shot at Annapurna Studios, so if he is restricted from entering the premises, it would mean a clash between Balakrishna and Nagarjuna.
Will Nagarjuna take this brave call? We shall wait and see.
Pathaan Movie Review
Once the undisputed king of Bollywood, Shah Rukh Khan’s career was in serious trouble after a string of box office bombs. After four years of self-reflection, he re-emerged as “Pathaan.” Here we have the movie Pathaan.
Let’s see if Shah Rukh Khan can work his magic once more.
Story:
The ISI of Pakistan has threatened to attack India using a private terrorist organisation in response to the Indian government’s decision to repeal article 370.
The head of the ISI gets in touch with a renegade Indian agent named Jim (John Abraham), who plans to exact revenge on India.
Many years ago, when Jim’s wife was being held hostage by terrorists, he became bitter toward India because our government did nothing to rescue her.
As part of his plan to create a deadly virus, Jim kidnaps an Indian scientist in Dubai and forces him to work for him. India’s top secret agent, Pathaan (Shah Rukh Khan), has been tasked with taking down Jim.
In this case, Pathaan is aided by Rubina, a defected ISI agent (Deepika Padukone). But is he able to rely on Rubina’s honesty and integrity?
Artistes’ Performances:
Shah Rukh Khan sheds his romantic image and transforms into an action star. Shah Rukh Khan, with his eight-pack abs, appears to be in shape for such roles. His charismatic screen presence and dialogue delivery are the most appealing aspects of the film. He is extremely agile when performing action stunts. Another highlight is his bonding with Salman Khan, who appears briefly in the film.
Deepika Padukone excels at both the glamour show and the action stunts. She does a lot of action stunts with Shah Rukh Khan and has a meaty role.
John Abrahm is a compelling rogue agent. He has charismatic presence. Dimple Kapadia is cast as a boss.
Technical Excellence:
“Pathaan” is a true spy thriller with globe-trotting action. The locations are breathtaking. The visual setting is lavish and grand. The ice stunts are reminiscent of a James Bond film. However, the stunts are truly large-scale, visioned, and executed. We see jet planes flying through the air and helicopter battles.
The cinematography is excellent and fits the scale of the film. The visual effects work is adequate. Background music is ideal. The film’s pacing should have been racy.
Highlights:
Shah Rukh Khan
Action stunts
Grand setting and making
Drawback:
Formulaic story
Slow-paced narration
Analysis
There’s a title card at the beginning of “Pathaan” that explains the movie is connected to the YRF spyverse. Both “Ek Tha Tiger” and “Tiger Zinda Hai” were produced by the same studio. This latest instalment stars Shah Rukh Khan as Agent Pathaan in yet another spy film. In this spy universe, we also get a visit from agent Tiger.
Everything about “Pathaan,” from the setting to the plot to the production, is typical of a spy thriller. The plot doesn’t amount to much. But director Siddharth Anand presents it so that it can win over both general moviegoers and Shah Rukh Khan fans.
The first half of the film is largely spent on establishing the hero’s mission, introducing the villain, and Deepika Padukone – SRK’s romance. After the interval, the movie gets going. An explosive “Pathaan meets Tiger” moment kicks off the action after the intermission. The on-screen chemistry between Salman Khan and Shah Rukh Khan makes for a fun episode.
The second half features a plethora of exciting and visually stunning action sequences. The lack of logic and reason is disappointing, but the thrills are well worth the price.
Let’s be honest: the film strictly adheres to the norms of the spy thriller genre and its established formula. It’s just too taxing to watch some of these stunts. Also, the story’s attempt at an emotional appeal falls flat. There isn’t much in the film to make you feel patriotic, either. But the charisma of Shah Rukh Khan makes us believe in the unbelievable.
Star power and action are Pathaan’s are main assets. The film’s targeted viewers are those who enjoy action movies in general. So it’ll be effective for them. To others, however, it will just be another high-budgeted slick action movie.
All in all, watch “Pathaan” for Shah Rukh Khan’s charm and a few stunning moments, but don’t expect much from it. It’s neither great nor a total letdown. However, in the theatre, the film provides a decent amount of enjoyable entertainment.
Bottom line: Routine but engaging
Gujarat Riots: Court Acquits 22 Victims In the Case!
It’s been more than two long decades since the 2002 Gujarat riots happened. When almost everyone forgot the violent incidents, the recent documentary made by the British Broadcasting Corporation(BBC) brought the old issue back into the news. The Indian government dubbed the documentary a false narrative and almost banned it.
This made people talk about the Gujarat riots again. The opposition parties are breathing fire on the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party(BJP) for stopping the documentary in India and they are alleging that the Indian government wants to suppress the truth that happened back.
Amid this, a local court in Gujarat acquitted as many as 22 accused in the case saying that there is no evidence against them. They are facing allegations of killing the victims and burning their bodies in a bid to destroy the evidence of their crimes.
22 people are accused of killing and 11 people from the minority community. The victims include two children. The accused allegedly went on rioting in the Delol village and killed the victims. After their crimes, they allegedly burnt the bodies. They have been facing the allegations.
An FIR was registered against the 22 accused two years after the riots in 2004. The case has been going on since then. As a big relief for them, the accused were let go in the case. The additional sessions court acquitted them saying that there is no evidence to prove their wrongdoings in this.
The case trial went on for a long period that,eight of the 22 accused passed away in the due period. Now the rest of the accused were given a big relief as the prosecution could not produce concrete shreds of evidence in the court to prove the allegations.
February 27, 2002, was the date that will not be forgotten by the people of Gujarat. On the very same day, a bogie of the Sabarmati Express was burnt by an angry mob. As many as 59 people were burnt to death as they could not escape from the bogie. The majority of the victims are believed to be Karsevaks who were returning from the temple city of Ayodhya. This gave birth to big violence in many parts of the state.
Saindhav Glimpse: Venkatesh in full-on action
The first glimpse video of Venkatesh’s upcoming film, a Sailesh Kolanu directorial has been unveiled.
The glimpse is loaded with action shots featuring Venkatesh who is seen in a bearded avatar. He carries an intense look on his face all through the glimpse.
We see Venkatesh carrying a cryptic object in his hand and he also comes out with a hand-held assault gun. This could all be an indication that this film is a new age action thriller.
Sailesh Kolanu maintains his trademark dark and shady mood in the glimpse video. He appears to be coming with another mystery thriller with Venkatesh this time around.
It is confirmed that this project will commence the shoot soon. Niharika Entertainmnets are producing the film.
Vijay D, Namrata, Swapna shine at Hello Awards
The Hello Hall Of Fame Awards ceremony was held in a grand manner in Hyderabad last night and it was a gala affair with several Tollywood stars in attendance.
Vijay Deverakonda was obviously the star of the show and he turned up in his trademark style statement as he aced an all-white outfit. He oozed charm and elegance in the same.
The event was also graced by Superstar Mahesh Babu’s wife Namrata. She too looked really elegant.
Then there’s one of the most successful producers of this generation – Swapna Dutt. She turned up in a classy white outfit.
White outfits appeared to be the theme of the event as all the celebrities came in all-white outfits. This had an aesthetic effect.
