CinemaJunaid Khan is actor Aamir Khan's son.Digital NativeIt is likely that Aamir Khan’s son Junaid Khan will be following the footsteps of his dad. Reports have emerged that the youngster is gearing up to don the greasepaint and his first film will be bankrolled by the legendary production house Yash Raj Films. There is also a buzz that Shalini Pandey of Arjun Reddy fame will be cast opposite Junaid Khan in this venture. This speculation has come following Shalini Pandey's three-film deal with the production house. The Junaid Khan starrer, to be directed by Siddharth Malhotra, is expected to start rolling next year. Meanwhile, Shalini Pandey is set to make her debut in the Hindi film industry with the Ranveer Singh starrer Jayeshbhai Jordaar. Jayeshbhai Jordaar is a social comedy film produced by Yash Raj Films and directed by debutant Divyang Thakkar. Ranveer Singh plays the titular...
- 12/10/2020
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
TollywoodThe Telugu star frequently shows his fans that he is a family man.Digital NativeBy ArrangementVijay Deverakonda posted a short video celebrating his mother Madhavi’s 50th birthday on Instagram, which went viral among netizens. In the video, Vijay, his brother Anand and mother Madhavi were seen playing cricket, along with the family’s pet. Posting the video online, Vijay wrote, “I'll make sure you are happy forever. Happy Birthday Mumma! (sic).” It may be noted here that during the lockdown, a picture of the actor spending quality time with his mother and brother playing a board game surfaced online. The star has time and again showed his close bond with his family, which makes his fans view him as a lovable star. View this post on Instagram I'll make sure you are happy forever ❤️ Happy Birthday Mumma! A post shared by Vijay Deverakonda (@thedeverakonda) on Sep 24, 2020 at 2:46am Pdt On the work front,...
- 9/25/2020
- by Rajeswari
- The News Minute
TollywoodThe production companies were falsely claiming to be making a film with Vijay Deverakonda to gain access to other actors.Digital NativeDigital NativeReports about some production companies approaching actors claiming to be making a film with Vijay Deverakonda have been surfacing for a while now. To put an end to these companies misusing his name, the actor has issued a warning. It was brought to his notice that some production companies have been using his name to gain access to other actors. Following this, Vijay Deverakonda’s team sent out a notice warning the production houses indulging in such activities. It was also clarified that the actor and his team will make a formal announcement about all new projects. The statement from Team Vijay Deverakonda reads: “We, Team Deverakonda have noticed that few production companies have been fraudulently misrepresenting to be making a film with Vijay Deverakonda and have been...
- 9/14/2020
- by Vidya
- The News Minute
Tollywood In an interview, the actor-turned director said that he was low after Manmadhudhu 2 failed to attain box office success. Digital NativeRahul Ravindran made his debut as actor and then turned his attention to film direction. His maiden film was the Telugu movie Chi La Sow which fetched him the National Award for Best Original Screenplay. Chi La Sow was a breezy romantic entertainer that had Sushanth and Ruhani Sharma in the lead roles. The star cast also included Rohini, Anu Haasan, Vennela Kishore, Rahul Ramakrishnan, Sanjay Swaroop, and Vidyulekha Raman. The technical crew of the film comprised Prashanth R Vihari for composing music and M Sukumar for cranking the camera. Following its success, Rahul went on to direct Manmadhudu 2 with Nagarjuna in the lead role. Reports at that time were that Nagarjuna chose Rahul Ravindran to wield the megaphone for the Manmadhudu sequel after he was impressed with...
- 4/17/2020
- by Sreedevi
- The News Minute
NetflixFour segments in the anthology had been planned with directors Nandini Reddy, Tharun Bhascker, Sankalp Reddy and Sandeep Vanga.Digital NativeDigital NativeIt was announced that Lust Stories, a popular series on Netflix, will soon get a Telugu version. Four segments in this anthology have been planned and the first segment will have Amala Paul in the lead with Nandini Reddy wielding the megaphone. It was also revealed that the three other segments will be directed by Tharun Bhascker, Sankalp Reddy and Sandeep Vanga. However, the buzz now is that Sandeep Vanga has moved out of the project. Reports say that the director wasn’t comfortable with the subject. “Initially, they said that it’s about an honour killing, but later they said it is about lust. I told them that I am not comfortable with lust,” Sandeep told Deccan Chronicle on why he is not doing the web series. Talking about his future projects,...
- 10/25/2019
- by Vidya
- The News Minute
SandalwoodAn official announcement regarding the cast and crew will be made soon.Digital NativeThe Telugu film Arjun Reddy is a cult hit, no doubt. The film’s remake rights in different languages sold out like hot cakes. While in the Hindi version Shahid Kapoor essayed the role played by Vijay Deverakonda, in the Tamil version it will mark the debut of Dhruv, son of award-winning actor Vikram. The Hindi remake, titled Kabir Singh had hit the marquee recently. The film was directed by Sandeep Vanga who had directed the original. Despite a good box-office collection, the film has been at the receiving end of harsh criticism for its glorified portrayal of toxic masculinity and misogyny. On the other hand, the Tamil version is titled Adithya Varma and is being directed by Sandeep Vanga’s associate Girisayya. According to the latest reports, Arjun Reddy is all set to be remade in Kannada.
- 6/27/2019
- by Priyankar
- The News Minute
Tollywood'Chi La Sow' is a romantic entertainer that had Sushanth and Ruhani Sharma in the lead roles.Digital NativeActor Rahul Ravindran made his debut as a director with Chi La Sow last year and the film went on to become a big hit. After all these months, this film caught the attention of cricket commentator Harsha Bhogle, who happened to catch it on a long flight. Harsha took to Twitter to tweet: “By the way, I saw a Telugu movie after a long time. #ChiLaSow. Had subtitles but could follow it nonetheless. Nice movie.” By the way, I saw a Telugu movie after a long time. #ChiLaSow. Had sub- titles but could follow it nonetheless. Nice movie. — Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) May 22, 2019 To this, director Rahul replied, “Whoa! This made my day! Thank you Harsha...been a huge admirer. This means the world to me!” Whoa! This made my day!
- 5/24/2019
- by Priyankar
- The News Minute
TollywoodThe movie in Tamil had impressed critics and was a box-office hit.Digital NativeActor Aishwarya Rajesh, who impressed critics and audiences alike as a leg spinner from a small village in cricket-based Tamil drama Kanaa, is all set to reprise her role for theTelugu remake of the hit film. The remake, which has been titled Kowsalya Krishnamurthy…Cricketer, will be directed by Bhimaneni Srinivasa Rao and will also star Rajendra Prasad, Vennela Kishore, Jhansi and Shashank among others. Ks Rama Rao is producing the film, which is believed to have already gone on the floors. Meantime, it is said that the filmmakers have decided to dub it in Chinese and release in China. The idea for Chinese dubbing was mooted by the veteran actor Sathyaraj who played an important role in Kanaa. Taking the star’s advice, the filmmakers made efforts to release Kanaa in China and it is working out positively.
- 3/18/2019
- by Priyankar
- The News Minute
TollywoodBeing directed by Nv Nirmal Kumar, the film will see Aishwarya as a village woman who belongs to a family of wrestlers.Digital NativeAfter impressing fans and critics alike with a noteworthy performance as a cricketer in Kanaa, Aishwarya Rajesh is all set to play a wrestler in her second Telugu film. Being directed by Nv Nirmal Kumar, the film will see Aishwarya as a village woman who belongs to a family of wrestlers. Aishwarya, who recently signed her maiden Telugu film opposite Vijay Deverakonda, has already commenced shooting for this project which will be predominantly shot against the backdrop of Rajahmundry and Hyderabad. Uday Shankar plays the leading man. According to a report by Cinema Express, the film will be a family entertainer with wrestling as the backdrop. “Aishwarya plays a village character, who belongs to a family of professional wrestlers, in the film. She is very tomboyish and loves the thrills of wrestling.
- 2/22/2019
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
TollywoodVenky Kudumula directorial, titled 'Bheeshma', may go on to the floors first.Digital NativeTollywood actor Nithiin’s fans can expect two of the star’s film release this year. Reports are that the deal for the back-to-back projects has been inked and Nithin will get busy on the sets soon. Venky Kudumula will be directing one of the films and for the other Surya Pratap will be wielding the megaphone. On the genre, we hear that both the movies will be rom coms with oodles of humor added to the script. On the progress of both these films, we hear that the script work is being done and will start rolling soon. Reports are that the Venky Kudumula directorial, titled Bheeshma, may go on to the floors first. Nithiin last film release was Srinivasa Kalyanam, which failed at the box office. Srinivasa Kalyanam was bankrolled by Dil Raju under his...
- 1/21/2019
- by Priyankar
- The News Minute
TollywoodThe movie is directed by Rahul Ravindran of 'Chi La Sow' fame.Digital NativeNagarjuna is gearing up to don the greasepaint once again! The star has signed up a new project that will be directed by Rahul Ravindran of Chi La Sow fame. Sources in the know say that Rahul Ravindran’s maiden directorial impressed the star so much that he decided to have him direct his upcoming film. Interestingly, the project will be a sequel to the hit movie Manmadhudu. Manmadhudu, a romantic comedy released in the year 2002, was produced by Nagarjuna Akkineni under the banner Annapurna Studios. It was directed by K. Vijaya Bhaskar and had Nagarjuna Akkineni, Sonali Bendre and Anshu in the lead roles. The technical crew of this film included Devi Sri Prasad for music, Trivikram Srinivas for penning the story and dialogues, Sameer Reddy for cinematography and A Sreekar Prasad for editing. The film...
- 1/21/2019
- by Priyankar
- The News Minute
TollywoodBoth the films released on August 3 worldwide.Digital NativeGoodachari hit the silver screen in the Us and has taken to a good start. The film, starring Adivi Sesh and Sobhita in the lead roles, has had an impressive opening. According to reports, the film’s first weekend’s cumulative gross was $414k. Likewise, Sushanth starrer, Chi La Sow also took to a good opening and its weekend gross was $115k. Goodachari was directed by Sashi Kiran Tikka and bankrolled by Abhishek Picture, People Media Factory and Vista Dream Merchants. Adivi Sesh had penned the story of Goodachari, and the film was written by Abburi Ravi. Prakash Raj, Vennela Kishore, Madhu Shalini, Ravi Prakash, Supriya Yarlagadda, Rakesh Varre and Anish Kuruvilla form the star cast in supporting roles. Sricharan Pakala had composed music for this flick with Shaneil Deo wielding the camera and Garry Bh editing it. The film hit the silver screens on August 3 worldwide.
- 8/7/2018
- by Priyankar
- The News Minute
TollywoodThe film is actor Rahul Ravindran's directorial debut.Digital NativeThe theatrical trailer of Chi La Sow was unveiled by Tollywood star Akkineni Nagarjuna and it has captured the attention of the film buffs. From the trailer, it can be gathered that the film will be a breezy romantic entertainer with a good amount of twists, emotions, and sentiments. According to sources close to the film, the movie is all about the 27-year-old hero, played by Sushanth being forced by his family to get married and he meets heroine Ruhani Sharma during the process and falls in love. What happens further forms the crux of the film. The star cast of Chi La Sow includes Rohini, Anu Haasan, Vennela Kishore, Rahul Ramakrishnan, Sanjay Swaroop, and Vidyulekha Raman. The film will mark the directorial debut of actor Rahul Ravindran. Prashanth R Vihari has composed music for this flick with M Sukumar cranking the camera.
- 8/1/2018
- by Priyankar
- The News Minute
EntertainmentThe film was telecast with several cuts and marred the experience of watching a cult hit. Digital NativeThe cult hit movie Arjun Reddy, which hit the marquee last year, premiered on the small screens recently. Being a bold film, there were mixed reactions to its premiere but in the end, the fans were left disappointed. The film was telecast with several cuts and marred the experience of watching a cult hit. Arjun Reddy, incidentally, has recorded a Trp of 13.6 which is quite a good number considering the fact that it has some adult scenes as well. The film, made on a small budget, released to good reception from the movie buffs last year and went on to garner Rs. 50 crores at the box office. Its remake rights in other languages got sold out like hot cakes. The film’s Tamil version, titled as Varma, is being directed by ace director Bala with actor Vikram’s son Dhruv making his acting debut. The original was directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga with Pranay Reddy Vanga producing it under his banner Bhadrakali Pictures. The film starred Vijay Deverakonda as Arjun Reddy Deshmukh and Shalini Pandey as Preethi Shetty who played the lead pair, with Rahul Ramakrishna, Jia Sharma, Sanjay Swaroop, Kamal Kamaraju, Kanchana, Gopinath Bhat, Amit Sharma, and Priyadarshi Pullikonda playing supporting roles. The film is about a Telugu boy falling in love with a Tulu girl and their whirlwind relationship. Reports are that the film may go on to gross $1 million at the Us box office and estimates are that it will rake in Rs. 30 crores at the Andhra and Telangana box office. While the soundtrack for this album has been composed by Radhan, the Bgm has been done by Harshavardhan Rameshwar. Raju Thota had cranked the camera for this venture and Shashank Mali had edited it. On its release, Arjun Reddy received rave reviews with film personalities like Mahesh Babu, Samantha Ruth Prabhu and director SS Rajamouli heaping praises on it. While Samantha and SS Rajamouli lauded its novel concept, Mahesh Babu had said that the direction is top-notch and it is a path-breaking film.
- 2/3/2018
- by Editor
- The News Minute
Entertainment"Though love stories are not my cup of tea, can’t but appreciate the film," Rajamouli had said about his favourite film this year, after its release.Digital NativeWhen most film buffs would easily say that Baahubali: The Conclusion, which released in April, is the their most favorite film of the year, the film’s own director has shocked everyone by preferring another movie over his own. Asked which of the films released this year was his favourite, SS Rajamouli said that it was Arjun Reddy. It may be noted here that as soon as Arjun Reddy had hit the silver screens, SS Rajamouli had taken to Twitter, to appreciated the film. He had pointed out that the film’s lead star Vijay Devarakonda’s performance was top-notch and everyone who had acted in it were natural. His exact tweet was, “Just saw Arjun Reddy. Though love stories are not my cup of tea, can’t but appreciate the film. Top notch performance by Vijay Deverakonda. He just lived it. Not just him, Shalini, the friends, everyone were so good and natural. Very good background score and fine photography.” Arjun Reddy, an intense love drama, starred Vijay Devarakonda and Shalini Pandey in the lead roles. The star cast also includes Rahul Ramakrishna, Jia Sharma, Sanjay Swaroop, Reddy Deshmuk, Kamal Kamaraju, Kanchana, Gopinath Bhat, Amit Sharma and Priyadarshi Pullikonda. Written and directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, the film was produced by Pranay Reddy Vanga under the banner Bhadrakali Pictures. Made on a budget of Rs. 4 crore, Arjun Reddy went on to collect over Rs. 50 crore, making it a commercial success as well. The film’s run time was 182 minutes with the director’s cut being 240 minutes. There is also a buzz that Vijay Devarakonda is the top contender for the National Film Award for best acting. Arjun Reddy is being remade in Tamil under the title Varma and it will mark the debut of Vikram’s son Dhruv as hero and directed by ace director Bala. Content by Digital Native.
- 12/26/2017
- by Nitin
- The News Minute
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