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US Train Accident Leaves Over 100 Injured

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At least 100 passengers sustained injuries when a Long Island Rail Road train crashed into a bumping block at Atlantic Terminal in the borough of Brooklyn station on Wednesday. Atlantic Terminal is one of New York’s busiest railway stations.

The disaster struck when a metal piece that is suspected to be from a rail pierced the bottom of the train and got the wheels lifted up in air. However, major catastrophe was averted as the train was moving slowly.

About 600 to 700 passengers were on the train at the time of the mishap as it happened in peak hours. Many of the passengers were standing at the time of the accident as they were about to disembark the train. All the injured passengers were shifted to hospitals and the police and railway officials are investigating the matter.

Dhoni Quits Captaincy, Virat To Step In

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In what can be called as a huge setback to Indian cricket, the 35-year old sensational captain, wicket-keeper and batsman in India Mahendra Singh Dhoni has stepped down as skipper for ODI and T20 format.

The extremely shocking decision by this Jharkhand batsman was officially declared by BCCI through its Twitter handle. However, the board confirmed that he’ll be available for selection for the next ODI and T20 series against England, starting 15th January.

There was no comment offered by Dhoni, in regard to this announcement. Following this unexpected decision, the test skipper Virat Kohli may take over captaincy job for the coming series against England. MS took over the captaincy in mid 2007, replacing the legendary Rahul Dravid.

Having announced his retirement for test cricket on 30th December, 2014, Dhoni made way for young players to grab his job. In his 10 years of captaincy career, the Jharkhand dynamite achieved umpteen records and brought home World Cups in both T20 and ODI formats.

'Chandrababu Afraid of Lokesh'

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Part-time politician, part-time TV host Roja never leaves an opportunity to take on AP CM Chandrababu Naidu. She is at again. This time, it’s in Tirumala. Tirumala is a pilgrimage and usually politicians after darshan of Balaji won’t talk politics in the premises. Yet that didn’t held back Roja in doing politics and talking to media over there.

In what can be heights of politicisation, Roja said that Chandrababu is not giving ministry to son Nara Lokesh as he is afraid of a “coup” a la Akhilesh Yadav’s coup to Mulayam Singh Yadav.

This statement from Roja come as a rude shock to even political pundits. Especially how an Opposition leader seeks ministry to CM’s son and thus encourage “family” involvement in the government. On one hand if he gives, opposition then comes back and cry ‘CM is giving importance to family in government’ and even if he is not giving then they’re making it issue saying ‘CBN afraid of Lokesh’s coup’.

It can be noted that Roja was once suspended from the Legislative Assembly for her double-meaning words on the CM and later apologised, but looks like she hardly learnt any lessons.

Lawrence Back At His Best!

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Raghava Lawrence composed trademark dance moves for Raththalu song in Mega Star Chiranjeevi comeback flick ‘Khaidi No 150’ but that’s not the news. The actual news is about Lawrence upcoming flick ‘Shiva Linga’ set for a grand release in February. Meanwhile makers have released film’s first bunch posters and the first impression is, Lawrence back at best in his favorite horror genre.

‘Shiva Linga’ is a proven script in Kannada last year approved with a blockbuster result starring Shivaraj Kumar in main lead. Director P Vasu is raring to repeat same result for Telugu and Tamil versions directing the remake under same title with a massive budget of more than 30 Crores.

Rithika Singh is playing female lead besides Lawrence in the film while top technicians like SS Thaman, Sarvesh Murari are working on it. Hope, Lawrence continues his horror-winning touch with ‘Muni, Kanchana, Ganga’ followed by ‘Shiva Linga.’

Waiting To Hear From Chiranjeevi!

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Despite none of us know exactly what happened behind the doors in denying the permission for ‘Khaidi No 150’ pre release function at Vijayawada Indira Gandhi Municipal Ground and KL University, various versions are in circulation targeting TDP and its Government in Andhra Pradesh. However, the event is finally happening at Haailand Mini Grounds and that’s happy news for Mega Fans.

Meanwhile, Mega Fans are expecting Chiranjeevi to comment on big stage elucidating the precise factors which led to function’s postponement and hardships behind locking appropriate venue. If at all Mega Star really opens his mouth on this contentious point, friction between GPSK and KN 150 will not be the same.

Apparently, media is populating new stories everyday on how both the parties are trying for an upper hand in blocking maximum release screens mooting the support from Fans. Next one week, temperatures are sure to soar high in the ongoing peak winter season.

How Safe Is Shatamanam Bhavathi?

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When two big stalwarts like Chiranjeevi and Balakrishna are fighting in middle with their respective 150th and 100th films, how good is it for Sharwanand and Dil Raju to get their ‘Shatamanam Bhavathi’ compete with them. Of course, Sharwa’s last Pongal track record of emerging as surprise winner (Express Raja) despite battling with Junior NTR, Balakrishna and Nagarjuna might be the positive sentiment in favor of Dil Raju but this Pongal may not be the same.

Yes, ‘Khaidi No 150’ and ‘Gauthami Puthra Satakarni’ are not simple films like ‘Dictator’ or ‘Nannaku Prematho.’ They are made prestigiously with huge budgets. Nevertheless, ‘Shatamanam Bhavathi’ into altogether a gentle, soothing family genre and Dil Raju having a strong hold on theater network are sure to give a positive edge for the movie but equations lot more depend on first day talk for 100th and 150th.

Fortunately if Khaidi and GPSK secure hit to super hit talk right from premier shows, then going may not be as comfortable as expected for ‘Shatamanam Bhavathi.’ We need to wait and see on how things unfold in next one to two weeks?

Khaidi 150 Release in Historical Theater!

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Given the never seen hype and hoopla, it appears Megastar Chiranjeevi’s ‘Khaidi Number 150’ is going to be the true historical entertainer of Tollywood. To balance the status and stature of the Megastar, the much awaited film is releasing in a historical theater of India.

‘Khaidi Number 150’ is all set to create a sensational record with its release in Maratha Mandir of Mumbai city located at Lalbhagh 22, Agripada of Mumbai. Bollywood Baadshah Shahrukh Khan’s ‘Dilwale Dulhaniya Le Jayenge’ (DDLJ) ran for 1000 weeks (20 years) in this theaters. As a result, the theater entered the record books of world’s film history. ‘Khaidi Number 150’ is expected to run with good collections in this theater.

Ace director VV Vinayak has directed ‘Khaidi Number 150’ while Mega Power Star Ram Charan has produced the movie on Konidela Production Company. The pre release event of the film was planned at Haailand on January 7. The movie was scheduled for release on January 11.

Charan's Wise Decision to Invite Dasari

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Ever since Mega Power Star Ram Charan, ;the producer of much anticipated ‘Khaidi Number 150’, disclosed that Darshakaratna Dasari Narayana Rao and Darshakendrudu K Raghavendra Rao would be gracing the pre release event of the film, interesting views on this significant move are being expressed by movie patrons.

Though Megastar Chiranjeevi and Dasari had no ugly brawls between them before,  some of the speeches of Dasari on public platforms appeared as if he were targeting the Megastar. Finally, Ram Charan appeared to have taken a wise decision inviting Dasari to film’s event. May this decision of Ram Charan’s installs peace and would work wonders.

It is a known news that ‘Khaidi Number 150’s pre release event will be held on  January 7. The event will be attended many big personalities from the industry apart from the film’s cast and crew. This VV Vinayak’s directorial venture has Kajal Aggarwal in lead actress’ role.

Satakarni should Cross Gona Gannareddy First!

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Gauthamiputra Satakarni’ is being encircled by breathtaking expectations among fans at the moment. It is still uncertain whether the film might collect Rs.100 crores or Rs.200 crores share. But then, the prime target for the film is to cross the records of Gona Gannareddy. Checkout the following story.

Anushka starrer ‘Rudhramadevi’, directed by prodigious filmmaker Gunasekhar, stood as an above average earner at the box office. The film collected a sum of Rs.43.75 crores with its Telugu version and it minted Rs.51.35 crores including its Hindi, Tamil and Malayalam versions.

Although Anushka played the protagonist as ‘Rudhramadevi’, Stylish Star Allu Arjun’s reverberating performance in powerful role Gona Gannareddy was said to the reason for the film accumulating such an extraordinary numbers. Incidentally, Anushka’s next film ‘Size Zero’ could fare just Rs.5 crores that made the difference and which made Allu Arjun’s presence weaving a magic for the huge collections.

As ‘Rudhramadevi’ was made as a historical entertainer and fared Rs.43.75 crores with Telugu version, this number has been set as the bench mark right now among historical films and Satakarni should cross the collections of Gona Gannareddy first.

Psychologists Analysis on Hits & Flops!

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Quite naturally, when two or more films lock horns in the same season, movie lovers have excitement making various predictions about the successes of those films. Psychologists have interesting analysis on these predictions. As we know, Psychologists work on people’s minds and how they affect their behaviour.

Based on certain parameters, Psychologists can predict the fate of films. “Hit films can be anticipated through the attitudes and behaviour of the filmmakers related to their films. Usually, hit filmmkers have enormous confidence on their films. Yet, they do not get much excited disclosing their emotions. They have balanced attitudes. Besides, every move of theirs looks sensible. All these factors make them getting success with their projects.

On the other  hand, there are certain filmmakers who happen to be panic-stricken at the time of their film releases. They unnecessarily develop hatred on certain people. Instead of thinking about their own projects, they start worrying about other films. They may resort taking certain decisions in haste. Subsequently they may not get desired results.. Further, this attitude leads to some psychological disorders. One should get peace of mind to avoid such disorders. To ensure tranquility within, they need to practice meditation and other related state of affairs. Above all, they should love others instead of hating them,” advised Psychologists.

Khaidi Humongous Release Records

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With just seven days left to mark the historical moment in Tollywood in the form of Megastar Chiranjeevi’s landmark film ‘Khaidi Number 150’s release, distributors and exhibitors turned buoyant to release the film in all time record number of screens in all areas.

We have been informed that the film would be hitting in 220 screens in Karnataka state alone, a rare record among Telugu films in Karnataka. In East Godavari, the movie will be released in 46 centers while in West Godavari the film gets released in 36 centers. Exhibitors are reportedly paying exorbitant prices to buyers to acquire the rights to screen the film in their theaters.

On the other hand, advance bookings of the film will open in Hyderabad tomorrow. Produced by Mega Power Star Ram Charan, the film has ravishing beauty Kajal Aggarwal in female lead role. VV Vinayak has directed the film. Rockstar Devi Sri Prasad has scored the music of the film.

Dhoni steps down as Captain of Team India

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In what can be called as a huge setback to Indian cricket, the 35-year old sensational captain, wicket-keeper and batsman in India Mahendra Singh Dhoni has stepped down as skipper for ODI and T20 format.

The extremely shocking decision by this Jharkhand batsman was officially declared by BCCI through its Twitter handle. However, the board confirmed that he’ll be available for selection for the next ODI and T20 series against England, starting 15th January.

There was no comment offered by Dhoni, in regard to this announcement. Following this unexpected decision, the test skipper Virat Kohli may take over captaincy job for the coming series against England. MS took over the captaincy in mid 2007, replacing the legendary Rahul Dravid.

Having announced his retirement for test cricket on 30th December, 2014, Dhoni made way for young players to grab his job. In his 10 years of captaincy career, the Jharkhand dynamite achieved umpteen records and brought home World Cups in both T20 and ODI formats.

Kajal Aggarwal feels for acting in 'ADULTS ONLY' movie!

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Kajal Aggarwal is grabbing all eyeballs as she is going to pair with Chiranjeevi for ‘Khaidi No 150’. The movie will release next week and Kajal is looking to turn the fortune tables around with a blockbuster tag to her name.

Now, she feels bad for acting in an Adults comedy movie which got released recently. Kajal got negative comments and critics for acting in such a movie. However, she kept muted response and accepted all comments.

The actress now feels bad for acting in such a movie. She confesses to her closed ones that the movie was pending for a long time and it got released at this moment where she is teaming up with Super Stars. The movie is also going to get a Telugu release soon.

PIC TALK: Black and White Treat of Gorgeous Assets

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In the picture is Disha Patani who is introduced to Telugu Film Industry by Puri Jagannadh in Loafer opposite Mega Prince Varun Tej. The actress has shifted her base to Bollywood after Loafer and is finding some roles now and then. She is also in news for dating Young Hero Tiger Sharoff, son of Senior Actor Jackie Sharoff.

Disha Patani played the role of Dhoni’s Girl Friend in today’s release, MS Dhoni – The Untold Story. The actress is seen in a sensuous pose in a recent Photoshoot. The actress hogged the lime light at the event in her pretty looks. Do you feel Tollywood should take another look at her? A close look may be?

Can Sharwa Repeat Sankranthi 2nd Best Magic?

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King Nagarjuna was unanimously declared the Sankranthi winner with the blockbuster result of ‘Soggade Chinni Nayana’ during the Sankranthi season last year. The film collected close to Rs.50 crores then.

Having been made with a shoestring budget, Sharwanand’s ‘Express Raja’ stood as the 2nd biggest hit of Sankranthi last year given the profits acquired by the film at the ticket windows. Young Tiger NTR’s ‘Naannaku Prematho’ became an above average grosser with around Rs.50 crores closing business.

Interestingly, Sharwanand once again is in the race of Sankranthi. His upcoming romantic-family entertainer ‘Shatamanam Bhavati’ appears to be a promising film. If at all the target sections embrace the film, no wonder Sharwa recreates the magic of 2016’s Sankranthi, occupying second biggest hit status for this Sankranthi. Anupama Parameswaran has romanced the handsome young hero in this pleasant entertainer.

Nayan's Earring Confirms Secret Relationship?

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After having bitter break ups with Simbu and Prabhu Deva, top actress Nayanthara has reportedly grown close to young Tamil film director Vignesh Shivan. The duo has provided enough proofs (public appearances, private pics on social media etc.) already to confirm their relationship. It is even rumored that they got married secretly last year.

For those who still have a doubt about Nayan’s relationship with Vignesh, here comes a trendsetting representation from the hot actress. Nayan has recently appeared proudly sporting her new earrings having the custom made stud with the letter ‘V’, which is being deciphered by media and her fans as the initial of Vignesh Shivan’s name.

Nayan definitely has set a new trend with the unique style of hers. She is probably the foremost actress in south to sport an earring having the initials of her rumored hubby.

On work front, Nayan is currently busy with handful of offers in her kitty.

Ramcharan Consulted Krish!?

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Though it appears like Chiranjeevi 150th and Balakrishna 100th are no more going to clash on the same date, it is still uncertain on what would happen in next couple of days when director Krish lands in Hyderabad. In fact, one day gap is more than enough to change overall Box Office figures of both ‘Khaidi No 150’ and ‘Gauthami Puthra Satakarni.’

As Balakrishna is cent-percent confident, he is still said to be insisting Krish to come and meet him personally after completion of censor certification to be held tomorrow afternoon. Given the enormous pressure built on Balayya from Fans and buyers appealing to take GPSK head-on collision with KN 150, any decision in a day or two should not be a surprise.

Balayya is said to have believed that Ramcharan is in touch with director Krish from last one week taking every update from Mumbai on GPSK and only after final consultation with Krish, the release date of KN 150 is announced. On the other hand, Krish’s Twitter post last night directly informing GPSK for Jan 12th and KN 150 on Jan 11th made the subject more complicated from Balakrishna Fans perspective. Whose word will be final, is it Balayya or Krish?

Babu Cuts MLA's Mike Hearing YSR Name!

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AP CM Chandrababu Naidu’s recent visit to Kurnool saw an interesting incident.

Chandrababu, who was in Kurnool on Monday (Jan 2) for the inauguration of the Muchumarri scheme, that is part of the Pattiseema lift irrigation scheme, took complete credit for doing the inauguration at the public meeting after the inaugural.

Chandrababu went onto allege that although Opposition party YSRCP opposed, it’s TDP government which fulfilled the Muchumarri scheme and said he’ll complete Pattiseema.

Naidu has handed over a mike to local MLA S Aisaiah (represents Nandikotkur Assembly from YSRCP) to speak, Aisaiah had thanked CM for implementing but stated that it was former CM YS Rajasekhar Reddy who laid the foundation stone for the project.

Taken aback, Chandrababu quickly shot back saying it doesn’t matter who lays foundation, what matters is who complete it and which government allotted money. While Chandrababu is speaking, YCP MLA Aisaiah tried to intervene and argue but even before that officials over there cut off his mike abruptly and Aisaiah was asked to take his seat.

Chandrababu in a serious tone made it clear that it’s not time to make politics and ended saying TDP is committed to complete Pattiseema.

Mrs Chiranjeevi To Invite Pawan Personally?

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That Pawan Kalyan is maintaining a distance from the mega family is public knowledge. Even mega-heroes like Allu Arjun and senior Nagendra Babu had expressed frustration over the unruly behaviour of Pawan Kalyan fans at various events and Pawan’s unwillingness to turn up for mega events despite being invited many times.

Now, as far as Chiru’s 150th movie is concerned, Pawan did not turn up for the launch of the movie. Effforts to convince him to attend the pre-release function of Khaidi No 150 have reportedly met with a lukewarm response.

Even Chiranjeevi’s wife Surekha is believed to have spoken to Pawan over the phone to try and convince him to attend the event.

Now, as a last-ditch effort, industry sources say that she is going to meet him personally and invite him to the pre-launch event. If that indeed happens, what will Pawan’s response be?

STEM OPT Extension Denial – ACICS Accreditation!!

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US Department of Education on Dec. 12, 2016 de-recognized ACICS (Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools) as an accrediting agency. This decision by DOE affected many international students (F1 VISA) attending the schools accredited by ACICS.

8 CFR 214.2 (f) (10) (ii) (C) (1) states that in order to qualify for an extension of post-completion OPT based upon a STEM degree, the degree that is the basis for the 24-month OPT extension must be from a U.S. educational institution accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the Department of Education at the time the student submits the STEM OPT extension application to USCIS.

Since ACICS is not recognized by the Department of Education, the students who receive degrees from ACICS-accredited schools are not eligible for the STEM OPT Extension. If the application was submitted to USCIS after the Department of Education ruling regarding ACICS recognition (Dec 12th, 2016) – the application will likely be denied by USCIS.

Who are affected the most –

1) International students studying in ACICS-accredited ESL programs.

2) International students studying in ACICS-accredited schools and wanting to participate in STEM OPT in the future.

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