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Ram Charan's bouncers beat up two for blocking actor's car

Tue, 07 May 2013 10:07:08 +0530

Actor and Union Minister Chiranjeevi's son Ram Charan lands in trouble after his bodyguards beat up two IT professionals for coming in the way of the star's Aston Martin in the posh Banjara Hills area of Hyderabad on Sunday.

If not an actor, I would have been a doctor: Tamannaah

Thu, 04 Apr 2013 07:06:55 +0530

From featuring as the fresh face of Indian Idol winner Abhijeet Sawant's album to an established Kollywood actress, Tamannaah has come a long way. And with Sajid Khan's 'Himmatwala', the actress has made her entry into Bollywood. The actress joined IBNLive readers for an interaction on her movie 'Himmatwala'.

First Look: 'Toofan', the Telugu remake of 1978 classic Zanjeer

Fri, 29 Mar 2013 02:06:24 +0530

Watch the first look of 'Toofan', the Telugu remake of the 1978 classic Zanjeer starring Ram Charan Teja and Priyanka Chopra.

Sneak peek: Ramcharan Teja, Priyanka Chopra starrer 'Toofan'

Tue, 26 Mar 2013 10:26:28 +0530

The remake of the 1978 classic 'Zanjeer' starring Ram Charan Teja and Priyanka Chopra has been in news thanks to the copy right controversy with its original writers Salem and Javed demanding compensation from the makers of this remake for using their story.

No plans to act in Bollywood, says Mahesh Babu

Wed, 16 Jan 2013 11:01:27 +0530

Talking to reporters during an event in Hyderabad, the actor said he would like to focus only on Telugu cinema.

Special Chabbis: Akshay inspires Kajal Aggarwal

Fri, 04 Jan 2013 12:35:52 +0530

Kajal Aggarwal plays a school teacher and Akshay's love interest in the movie.

Rana Daggubati's to be seen next in 'Krishnam Vande Jagatguram'

Wed, 28 Nov 2012 03:30:39 +0530

Set to hit around 1000 screens in the state, Rana Daggubati's this week's big Telugu release 'Krishnam Vande Jagadgurum' features him as Btech Babu, a folk artist taking on the fight to save his village land.

Rana Daggubati to be seen in mythological avatar in his next

Thu, 01 Nov 2012 03:56:17 +0530

Rana Daggubati's next movie 'Krishnam Vande Jagadgurum', which will release on November 9, is already creating a buzz with its music and trailer. The film stars Rana as an engineer and a folk artist, fighting to save his land and village with the support of a documentary filmmaker played by Nayanthara.

Venkatesh Daggubati on his journey in Telugu cinema

Thu, 27 Sep 2012 02:14:21 +0530

The actor talks about his journey from being a chocolate boy to an action hero, how he got famous as the 'remake hero' in Telugu cinema and much more.

Find out what's buzzing in south

Wed, 26 Sep 2012 05:47:22 +0530

Kannada film 'Attahasa' - based on the life of the notorious dacoit Veerappan - will hit the theatres in Karnataka and Tamil Nadu on Friday. Also, Telugu actor Prabhas's next 'Rebel' co-starring Tamannah is the big Tollywood release of the week.

Nagarjuna on his grand legacy in Telugu cinema

Thu, 20 Sep 2012 01:44:42 +0530

After 3 decades of super success, Nagarjuna is one of country's biggest and most bankable stars.

'Eega' in the race to be India's entry for Oscars

Wed, 19 Sep 2012 03:18:28 +0530

Tollywood hit Eega is among 18 other films that the Film Federation of India will be choosing as India's official entry to the Oscars.

Music maestro Rahman to score for three Tamil films

Wed, 22 Aug 2012 05:45:38 +0530

The Tamil film audience, who haven't heard from AR Rahman since 'Endhiran', which was released in 2010, the wait is over as the music maestro has three big projects lined up for release this year.

Andhra Pradesh govt on anti-piracy drive

Fri, 03 Aug 2012 02:54:57 +0530

Downloading latest movies for free might prove costlier down south. The Andhra Pradesh film industry is on an aggressive anti-piracy drive after losing Rs 400 crore in the last two years. Technology and even sting operations are used in the crackdown.

Thumbs up for Telugu film 'Eega' at box office

Tue, 17 Jul 2012 04:20:57 +0530

Director SS Rajamouli's latest Telugu movie 'Eega' has done wonderful business at the Box Office.

'Dabangg' Telugu remake 'Gabbar Singh' goes houseful

Wed, 16 May 2012 05:40:16 +0530

Having collected almost Rs 16 crore in its opening weekend, 'Gabbar Singh' is being touted as actor Pawan Kalyan's comeback in Tollywood, after a string of flops.

'50 Percent Love' all set to release in June

Thu, 10 May 2012 12:03:07 +0530

'50% Love' is the next big one from Nithya Menen. High on the success of 'Ishq', she feels that the film is very different, with the cuddly and cute actress playing a hatke character. Produced by KK Radhamohan. Music is by Vidya Sagar. And the film is directed by Shibi Malaiyal.

'4th Degree' is a different love story: Makers

Wed, 09 May 2012 06:10:42 +0530

RB Chowdhary's son, Ramesh, is acting in an interesting to which the makers describe it as a distinct love story. Directed by Vamsikrishna, the film sees Meera Nandan of 'Jai Bolo Telangana' fame as the heroine. Rajeev Kanakala is playing the villain. He will be noted in a never seen before get up.

Denikaina Ready: Title of Vishnu Babu's next film

Wed, 09 May 2012 05:56:34 +0530

'Denikaina Ready' is the title of the venture starring Vishnu Babu and Hansika Motwani. The film is being directed by G Nageshwara Reddy. It is learnt that this romantic-action caper is almost done.

Nani at Yeto Vellipoyindi Manasu's curtain raiser

Wed, 09 May 2012 03:36:51 +0530

Yeto Vellipoyindi Manasu's curtain raiser was held in Hyderabad, for which Nani, Samantha, Gautham Menon and others were present. Produced by C Kalyan, who is teaming up with the director after 12 years, the film will be releasing in June.

CID seizes documents from C Kalyan's colour lab

Wed, 09 May 2012 02:17:34 +0530

The CID today conducted search operations inside the premises of producer C Kalyan's Balaji Colour Lab. The news has raised in terms of another controversy over the producer's alleged links with Bhanu. The CID undertook the operation to search the premises upon Bhanu's confessions.

SS Thaman to compose for Ravi Teja's Balupu

Wed, 09 May 2012 02:07:09 +0530

SS Thaman is back into action. It is known that he has been signed to score music for Ravi Teja's next. The film is to be directed by Gopichand Malineni, who has become confident after directing a big star like Venkatesh for 'Bodyguard', this one has been derogatively titled as 'Balupu'.

Kandireega director complains against Bellamkonda

Wed, 09 May 2012 12:35:31 +0530

The Kandireega director has complained to the Director's Council that his producer Suresh beat him and even threatened him with severe consequences if he did not make suitable changes to the script of Kandireega-2.

Siddharth and Sunil to work together in a film

Wed, 09 May 2012 11:56:44 +0530

Siddharth and Sunil are going to share space in Nandini Reddy's film. This will be jointly produced by Siddharth and Chakravarthy Ramachandra (Ram). The film marks the coming together of two contrasting faces and the ensemble casting may well work in the film's favour.

Gabbar Singh gets U/A rating by the Censor board

Wed, 09 May 2012 11:15:47 +0530

'Gabbar Singh' was submitted for censor formalities today. The news is that the film has been given U/A rating, which was utterly expected. Set to release worldwide on May 11, many have pinned hopes on this film.

Grand shoot for Allu Arjun and Illeana for Julayi

Tue, 08 May 2012 07:08:14 +0530

Julayi is about a reckless youth who comes across as someone who doesn't believe in work. He seeks enjoyment. Things become interesting when a beautiful girl falls for him. Trivikram Srinivas's june release is currently being shot in Ramoji Film City.

Mahesh Babu, NTR join hands for Durga Arts

Tue, 08 May 2012 12:36:35 +0530

The maker of the hits like Kshana Kshanam, Hello Brother and Santosham is back to business. And this time, he is all set to give others a run for their money.

Yevadu: Ram Charan Teja shoots item number

Tue, 08 May 2012 11:30:28 +0530

Ram Charan Teja eulogizes Devi Sri Prasad after shooting a hot item song for Yevadu on twitter and commends it as he feels very excited for it.

Audio release function of Dil Se in Hyderabad

Mon, 07 May 2012 07:32:31 +0530

Nithya Menen's 'Dil Se', which is touted to be a musical entertainer, is a dubbed film from Malayalam. The audio of the film was released at a function held at CineMax in Hyderabad. Bellamkonda Suresh unveiled the first copy.

Rana reveals his mysterious relationship in media

Mon, 07 May 2012 07:00:56 +0530

Rana goes public about his relationship with an unnamed hyderabadi girl, putting aside all rumors about his affair with Bipasha Basu.

Dasarath's film with Nagarjuna on floors in June

Mon, 07 May 2012 05:37:15 +0530

The famous duo Dasarath and Nagarjuna confirms their next Telugu film to hit the floors in June.

Pawan Sadineni to debut as director with 'PIK'

Mon, 07 May 2012 05:20:06 +0530

'Prema Ishq Kadhal' is a film to be directed by Pawan Sadineni, a short-film maker. Producer Bekkam Venugopal of Tata Birla Madhyalo Laila and Mem Vayasuku Vaccham fame says that he has decided to invest in the movie as he reckoned the director's talent.

Fans to pay homage to Shoban Babu on 75th b'day

Mon, 07 May 2012 03:22:21 +0530

Shoban Babu's 75th birth anniversary will be celebrated in order to pay a rich and appropriate tribute to the late actor by his fans.

Jayam Ravi goes for double role in his next

Mon, 07 May 2012 01:59:04 +0530

Jayam Ravi is all set to do a double role for the first time in his career. As per the sources, the actor will be seen as a 50 year old man and a youngster in his twenties in an untitled film, which is to be directed by Samuthirakani.

Gabbar Singh: Worldwide release on May 11

Mon, 07 May 2012 11:09:43 +0530

Online ticketing for premiere shows for some of the independent theater locations will be opening from May 7 onward.

Action films are my priority: Rana Daggubati

Sun, 06 May 2012 04:33:04 +0530

He won't say no to romantic movies, but actor Rana Daggubati admits action films will always be his priority.

Telugu Review: 'Dammu' is high on action

Sat, 28 Apr 2012 06:25:03 +0530

The film is rich in production values and that is the prime reason for the film's enhanced quality quotient.

'Zanjeer' remake: Sunny Leone to do item number

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 04:32:12 +0530

Apporva Lakhia, the director of the 'Zanjeer' remake, is all set to shoot an item number on Sunny Leone.

Ram Charan Teja's 'Racha' rakes in Rs 40 cr

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 04:17:02 +0530

Chiranjeevi's son Ram Charan Teja is ruling the box-office and his new film 'Racha' has set a new record for first week collections in Andhra Pradesh.

Nagarjuna starts studio to attract Hollywood

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 02:05:31 +0530

Nagarjuna has embarked on an ambitious plan to attract Bollywood and Hollywood to 'world-class production facilities' in Hyderabad.

Rajini to compensate for Dhanush's flop film '3'

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 02:50:06 +0530

Rajinikanth, who last compensated distributors who faced losses on his film 'Kuselan', is doing it once again for '3'.

As it happened: Music launch of 'Gabbar Singh'

Sun, 15 Apr 2012 04:21:30 +0530

'Gabbar Singh' is a remake of Salman Khan's 'Dabangg'. Pawan Kalyan, Shruti Haasan play the lead roles in the film.

'Eega', the housefly creating a lot of buzz

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 10:10:20 +0530

Its lead star is a housefly and the first look of this Telugu film titled Eega is already making a buzz.

'Rachcha' is not an 'Orange': Ram Charan

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 06:30:44 +0530

The much-awaited and much-hyped Ram Charan Tej and Tamannah Bhatia starrer, 'Rachcha' landed in a controversy even before it hit the screens.

Charmi to star as a prostitute in Chandu's next

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 06:16:19 +0530

Actress Charmi will soon be seen playing the role of a prostitute in an upcoming movie by Chandu.

Dirty Picture: Who'll play Silk in Telugu remake?

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 01:25:22 +0530

'The Dirty Picture' remake will be more scintillating than the original film.

Genelia furious over land grabbing rumours

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 11:44:45 +0530

Genelia D'Souza denies any involvement in the land grabbing case and quashes all the rumours.

Telugu Review: 'Naa Ishtam' works for Genelia

Sun, 25 Mar 2012 05:38:31 +0530

'Naa Ishtam' is a regular commercial film, but its weak script hammers you down. Watch it if you have no other alternative for the festival weekend. It is bubbly Genelia who is the star of the show. Despite having a lesser space to perform, the young actress brightens up the screen whenever the camera focuses on her.

Not involved in any land-grabbing scam: Genelia

Sat, 24 Mar 2012 12:49:48 +0530

Genelia gets candid about 'Naa Ishtam', life-post marriage and the latest legal trouble she seems to have gotten into.

Naa Ishtam: Daggubati on a promotional spree

Thu, 22 Mar 2012 04:45:52 +0530

With the release date of 'Naa Ishtam' fast approaching, actor Rana Daggubati is on a promotional spree that never really stopped since the release of the movie's audio release.

Telugu Films: NTR award for actress Sarada

Wed, 21 Mar 2012 06:34:18 +0530

The state government on Monday announced 3 national and one state film awards for 2010.

Benegal: We don't need detective stories

Tue, 20 Mar 2012 01:44:43 +0530

Shyam Benegal won the National Film Award for the best feature film seven times and is known for his women-centric movies.

Telugu Review: 'Nuvva Nena' is enjoyable

Sun, 18 Mar 2012 08:03:39 +0530

Frankly, the story of the film does not offer anything new. There are umpteen number of films where two guys are eyeing the same girl. But what makes the proceedings in 'Nuvva Nenaa' quite interesting is the fact that each sequence looks compact and yet sensible. It is not loud either.

Pawan Kalyan's 'Gabbar Singh' ready for release

Thu, 15 Mar 2012 01:21:37 +0530

Planned for release in more than 1,800 theatres worldwide in May, the film has Pawan Kalyan playing the role of a cop.

Siddharth's Telugu film 'Love Failure' is a hit

Tue, 13 Mar 2012 04:21:10 +0530

2012 proved incredibly fortunate for Siddharth Narayan who has been longing for a hit for the last three years.

Telugu Review: 'Mr Nookayya' is Manoj's game

Sun, 11 Mar 2012 01:46:41 +0530

Young actor Manchu Manoj's new film 'Mr. Nookayya' could have been a good timepass popcorn film if director Ani Kannerghatti had increased the pace of the movie, which seems to be inspired by Mexican film 'Lucia Lucia'.

Playlist: National Award winning film trailers

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 08:42:14 +0530

Regional actors and filmmakers swept the top honours, including best feature film, best direction and best actor.

Daggubati plays a Marathi cop in 'Department'

Tue, 06 Mar 2012 06:12:04 +0530

As an actor, shifting between roles is an occupational hazard. Rana Daggubati writes about his journey in films so far.

'Dammu' makes Rs 40 crore before release

Sat, 03 Mar 2012 04:41:28 +0530

'Dammu' casts young tiger NTR in dual role, while Trisha and Karthika Nair are playing the female leads.

Kajal to act with Akshay in 'Special Chaabis'

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 04:46:58 +0530

Kajal Aggarwal has turned out to be one of the busy actresses down south. Her diary seems full.

Telugu Review: 'Ishq' is a feel-good movie

Sun, 26 Feb 2012 07:42:45 +0530

Telugu actor Nitin shot to fame with Teja directed 'Jayam' and thanks to the success of the film he was touted as the next superstar in the making. But his choice of bad films with routine stories and ordinary directors has pushed him out of the star race. But he returns to the reckoning with well-tuned romantic movie 'Ishq', made with good technical values and superb performances by the lead pair.

Telugu actor Nagarjuna wants to join politics

Sat, 25 Feb 2012 04:51:23 +0530

Nagarjuna Akkineni,a Telugu superstar reveals his interest to join politics in Andhra Pradesh. Following the trend of other stars, the actor too wants to join the race

Telugu Review: Ravi Teja's 'Nippu' is a letdown

Sun, 19 Feb 2012 05:08:55 +0530

Telugu Review: 'Love Failure's a treat to watch

Sun, 19 Feb 2012 04:50:24 +0530

Actor Siddharth's maiden production venture made under the banner of Y Not Studios is a well-made movie with a good breezy narration and a trendy presentation. Thankfully, 'Love Failure' ends up as a sincere attempt that has no room for a cinematic and melodramatic narration. The screenplay is tight and dialogues are contemporary and it makes the film connect with the audiences.

First Look: Ram Charan Teja in 'Racha'

Sat, 18 Feb 2012 07:03:33 +0530

The first look of Ram Charan Teja's forthcoming film 'Racha' is out. Directed by Sampath Nandi, the film stars Tamanna opposite Teja.

Telugu Review: 'SMS' is good time pass

Sun, 12 Feb 2012 07:20:47 +0530

'SMS' is a remake of Tamil film 'Shiva Manasulo Sakthi', which was made with new faces and did well at the box office. Satya Tatineni, who made a mark with his debut film 'Bheemili Kabaddi Jattu' (another remake), has helmed the movie, which introduces Sudhir Babu, cousin of superstar Mahesh Babu, in the lead role.

'Ala Modalaindi' to be remade in Bollywood

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 09:08:52 +0530

Tollywood is turning out to be a gold mine for Bollywood producers. The latest to acquire the rights to remake a Telugu film in Hindi is producer Vashu Baghnani. And the film he has zeroed in on is the Nani-starrer 'Ala Modalaindi' produced by Nandini Reddy.

Mahesh Babu to go topless in his next film

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 08:08:44 +0530

The superstar is all set to sweep his fan-base off the floor by going shirtless, first-time ever.

Jr NTR - The new James Bond of the south?

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 07:26:22 +0530

Innovation is the middle name of Puri Jagannadh. The three-time Nandi Award recipient has his diary full this year and the list of projects include one with Junior NTR, 'Devudu Chesina Manushulu' with Ravi Teja-Ileana, an untitled flick with Pawan Kalyan-Kajal Agarwal, 'Businessman 2' and Hindi 'Businessman'.

'Magadheera' to be remade in Hindi

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 07:23:38 +0530

The Telugu blockbuster 'Magadheera' has catapulted both hero Ram Charan and director S S Rajamouli in the A-League. Vikramaditya Motwane, Anurag Kashyap and Vikas Behl have reportedly teamed up to form a company named Phantom and are set to remake 'Magadheera' in Hindi.

Allu Arvind to rescue Naga Chaitanya?

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 07:09:26 +0530

Notwithstanding his successive failures - 'Dhada' and 'Bejawada', Naga Chaitanya continues to be in demand in the industry. Currently, working for Deva Katta's 'Autonagar Surya', the young hero also has Radha Mohan's bilingual family drama 'Gouravam' in the pipeline. But then, everyone is looking forward to his forthcoming venture, which will see Tollywood's ace technicians coming together.

Costliest ever set for Chaitanya in 'Autonagar'

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 06:48:07 +0530

The movie has Samantha Ruth Prabhu as the leading lady and is being helmed by critically acclaimed director Deva Katta.

'Businessman' reels burnt by ABVP men

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 01:33:35 +0530

Meanwhile, Osmania University police have booked cases against ten ABVP activists for vandalism.

'Businessman' will be a flop: RGV

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 05:02:58 +0530

'Businessman 2' might hit the floors later this year since Puri Jagannadh is keen to deliver the Bollywood remake first.

Kajal Aggarwal to act with Suriya in 'Maatraan'

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 04:07:33 +0530

The year 2011 has been a good year for Kajal. Her movies have done well and the audience have received her pretty well.

Telugu Review: 'Nandeeswarudu' is a bad remake

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 12:01:10 +0530

Ratna's new film 'Nandeeswarudu' is a bad remake of Kannada film 'Deadly Soma', directed by Ravi Srivatsa.

'Lotus Pond' exempted from entertainment tax

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 07:51:40 +0530

The made-in-Hyderabad Telugu movie, 'Lotus Pond', is likely to give frontline movies a tough time. The state government recently exempted the movie, which was shortlisted for the 17th International Children's Film Festival, from entertainment tax and has also sanctioned it to run an extra show in the mornings. Tollywood director Puri Jagannath's son Akash Petla along with Rohit Ranka of Golconda High School fame play lead roles in the movie.

Telugu Review: 'Bodyguard' is an entertainer

Sun, 15 Jan 2012 06:50:33 +0530

After being successfully made in Malayalam, Hindi, Kannada and Tamil, here comes the Telugu version of hit film 'Bodyguard'. The Telugu remake with Venkatesh and Thrisha has remained faithful to the Malayalam version as it does not focus on commercial elements as was the case with the Hindi remake.

Telugu Review: 'Businessman' is a must watch

Sun, 15 Jan 2012 06:44:52 +0530

'Businessman' is a film for Mahesh Babu fans. Watch the film for the actor's sheer screen presence and Jagannath's punchy dialogues. Mahesh Babu is fantastic. He is the prime attraction in the film and remains so throughout the film. Kajal Agarwal has a small and cute role and she looks good on screen. There is nothing to write about veteran artists who have done their roles with ease.

Bad words get 'Businessman' in trouble

Sat, 14 Jan 2012 06:57:35 +0530

The latest Tollywood film, 'Businessman', which was released all over the state on Friday landed in a controversy with the Bajrang Dal lodging a police complaint that one of the songs in the film contained vulgar words and conveyed unacceptable meaning.

Friday Release: Puri Jagannadh on 'Businessman'

Fri, 13 Jan 2012 10:39:48 +0530

'Businessman' will be opening in about 1600 theatres all over the world, which is the highest ever for a Telugu movie.

2011: Dhanush, Babu ruled the game in South

Mon, 26 Dec 2011 04:08:10 +0530

The year 2011 saw the emergence of a potential superstar Dhanush as his 'Kolaveri Di' garnered unprecedented success.

'Rajanna' influenced by real events: Nagarjuna

Tue, 20 Dec 2011 06:37:54 +0530

'Rajanna', which is touted to be Nagarjuna's biggest film in his 25 years of career, will hit theatres on December 22.

Telugu Review: 'Panjaa' is a must watch

Sun, 11 Dec 2011 04:36:05 +0530

The placement of the title song, which is so popular, is shown after the film gets over.

IT raids at Telugu actor Mahesh Babu's house

Sat, 10 Dec 2011 02:09:14 +0530

After raiding the residences of the producers of Telugu hit film 'Dookudu', income tax sleuths reportedly raided the residence of the film's lead actor, Mahesh Babu.

'Panjaa' Pawan Kalyan's fastest movie till date

Sat, 10 Dec 2011 12:34:11 +0530

Producer Neelima Tirumalasetti and Nagesh Muntha of Sanghamithra Arts joined hands with Arka Media's Shobu Yarlagadda for this project.

Siddharth turns producer with 'Love Failure'

Sat, 10 Dec 2011 12:17:25 +0530

Actor Siddharth, it seems, has assumed a new avatar. Yes, he's turned producer with his production house Etaki Entertainment.

Telugu Review: 'Bejawada' is a wasted effort

Fri, 02 Dec 2011 07:13:34 +0530

After giving box office duds in Hindi, Ram Gopal Varma has returned to Telugu, which had brought him into the limelight.

Ram Charan Teja gets engaged to Upasana

Fri, 02 Dec 2011 12:37:33 +0530

Upasana is the grand daughter of Pratap C Reddy, Chairman of Apollo Hospitals.

Rana Daggubati debuts in Tamil films

Fri, 25 Nov 2011 04:37:03 +0530

Director Vetrimaran's next project seems to be getting bigger by the day in terms of star value. While there are already talks that actor Simbu might play the lead role in the yet-to-be-titled movie, the director has now revealed to City Express that Tollywood superstar Rana Daggubati will also be part of the film.

'Kochadaiyaan' is Rajinikanth's next film

Fri, 25 Nov 2011 04:27:21 +0530

After much speculation it is official, Rajinikanth's new film 'Rana' has been shelved for the moment.

Akshay stole my concept: Telugu actor Aditya

Tue, 22 Nov 2011 02:12:09 +0530

Actor-director Aditya Om has already registered a complaint with the Writers' Association.

Telugu Review: 'Sri Rama Rajyam' is a must watch

Sun, 20 Nov 2011 07:06:02 +0530

Octogenarian director Bapu has been described as one of the top directors who specialised in making films that represented nativity, culture and richness of folk elements peculiar to the Telugu language. Bapu teamed up with Ramana to deliver another classic called 'Sri Rama Rajyam', a remake of 1960s Telugu hit 'Lava Kusha'.

It's wedding time for Telugu actress Mamta

Thu, 17 Nov 2011 02:25:40 +0530

A Bahrain-based entrepreneur, Pregith's engagement with Mamta marked his house warming ceremony in Kunnakyal near Kochi. Mamta appeared in a handful of Telugu films like Yamadonga, Krishnarjuna, Homam, Chintakayala Ravi and Kedi.

Content quality a concern for Telugu films

Mon, 14 Nov 2011 04:18:22 +0530

When Prahlad, Lord Vishnu's ardent devotee, uttered a few words on screen, he was, in fact, heralding a new chapter-the first Telugu talkie 'Bhakt Prahlada', released on September 15, 1931.

Nikhil Siddharth caught for drunken driving

Sun, 13 Nov 2011 03:47:24 +0530

The young actor of 'Happy Days' fame was caught driving his Skoda Laura with his girl friend by his side.

Telugu Review: Stale story ruins 'Oh My Friend'

Sat, 12 Nov 2011 06:24:54 +0530

After a gap of five years, actor Siddharth and producer Dil Raju have teamed up again in 'Oh My Friend'. Earlier, Raju had produced 'Bommarillu', starring Siddharth and Genelia D'Souza, and it was a super-hit. Naturally, this venture was running high on expectations and with Siddharth sharing screen space with his alleged girlfriend Shruti Hassan, the film had already generated a lot of hype, much before its release.

Telugu producers get tough on dubbed films

Wed, 09 Nov 2011 06:34:21 +0530

It may be noted that 2011 saw a host of Tamil, Hindi and English movies dubbed into Telugu and the trend has caught the fancy of certain producers in Tollywood as these movies are getting good response at the box-office.

Telugu Review: 'Mogudu' is an average story

Sat, 05 Nov 2011 06:58:58 +0530

The one time associate of filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma, Krishna Vamshi, has carved his own niche in the Telugu film industry with projects like 'Ninne Pelladutha', 'Muraari' and 'Chandamama'.

Fantasy rules the roost in Telugu cinema

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 06:37:06 +0530

Director Venugopal says there is a time for everything and now the audience seems to find this genre fascinating.

Nithyananda sues Kannada director Madan Patel

Sun, 16 Oct 2011 01:43:19 +0530

Nithyananda Dhyanapeetam claims that the director is trying to defame Swami Nithyananda.

Telugu Review: 'Pilla Zamindar' is above average

Sat, 15 Oct 2011 06:47:22 +0530

'Pilla Zamindar' starts off well with some breezy comedy sequences and takes off in the middle of the first half.

No time for B'wood: 'Dookudu' star Mahesh Babu

Wed, 12 Oct 2011 05:44:42 +0530

He may one of the biggest stars in the South, with his 'Dookudu' reportedly getting the biggest opening in the US after the Aamir Khan starrer '3 Idiots', but Mahesh Babu has surprisingly not let the success get the better of him.

Telugu Review: 'Oosaravelli' fails to impress

Sat, 08 Oct 2011 06:07:54 +0530

'Oosaravelli' fails to live up to the expectations, and one can blame a weak script for this debacle.

Nagarjuna booked for abusing journalist

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 12:37:55 +0530

A case against Tollywood actor Akkineni Nagarjuna has been booked on Saturday for allegedly abusing a woman freelancer.

Telugu Review: 'Madatha Kaja' has nothing new

Sun, 02 Oct 2011 08:35:38 +0530

'Madatha Kaja' featuring Allari Naresh in the lead role may well remind you of films like Ravi Teja's 'Mirpakaay' and 'Don Seenu' released just a few months ago. But one thing that is distinctly clear in 'Madatha Kaja' is that the film is made with very poor production values and the hero Naresh just looks like a poor man's Ravi Teja.

Nagarjuna booked for abusing woman journalist

Sun, 02 Oct 2011 11:29:42 +0530

Leading Telugu actor Nagarjuna was on Saturday booked on charges of abusing a woman scribe and for criminal intimidation, police said.

Telugu Review: 'Dookudu' is a Mahesh Babu film

Sun, 25 Sep 2011 08:29:56 +0530

'Dookudu' was much awaited because of the two big names of the Telugu film industry associated with it - Mahesh Babu and director Sreenu Vaitla. Vaitla has been known for making successful comedy-action films, while Mahesh's movies stood out for his trademark stylish acting, glamour and breathtaking action sequences.

Older actors reviving Telugu cinema

Fri, 09 Sep 2011 08:06:00 +0530

Even as directors and male leads are capitalising on experimenting with genres for a while now, the Telugu film industry is understood to be reviving the times gone by, an era that acquainted the audience with a series of period, socio-fantasy and spiritual scripts.

Nagarjuna's periodical 'Rajanna' postponed

Fri, 09 Sep 2011 07:22:54 +0530

The release of King Nagarjuna's ongoing periodical film 'Rajanna' has been put off from September 30 to October 13. The makers decided to defer the release date since the flick is yet to finish its patch work and a song.

Kajal Agarwal furious with topless photoshoot

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 11:56:25 +0530

Kajal Agarwal is fuming as the latest issue of a magazine has a topless picture of the actress.

Fan's suicide made Chiranjeevi enter politics?

Tue, 06 Sep 2011 05:46:01 +0530

The death of a fan who committed suicide citing actor Chiranjeevi's indecision about entering politics, may have helped the "distraught" Telugu film star make up his mind, according to a leaked embassy cable made public by WikiLeaks.

Chiranjeevi's son gets engaged to former royalty

Fri, 02 Sep 2011 01:24:02 +0530

Star-turned -politician K Chiranjeevi's son Ram Charan Teja's engagement with Upasna Kamineni is likely to take place at the Domakonda fort in Nizamabad district.

Puri Jagannath signs Ileana for 'Idiot 2'

Fri, 02 Sep 2011 01:04:17 +0530

Filmmaker Puri Jagannath gave a blockbuster to Ileana in the form of 'Pokkiri' in her earlier days in tinsel town. At a time when her career is dwindling, the director has come to her rescue by signing the Goan beauty for his upcoming flick.

Chiranjeevi decides to act in 150th film

Fri, 02 Sep 2011 12:08:47 +0530

Actor-turned-politician K Chiranjeevi said that he had decided to act in his 150th film.Speaking to the media at Tirupati airport on Sunday, he said the shooting of the film would begin shortly, to be produced by his actor-son Ramcharan Teja.

Telugu Review: 'Daggaraga Dooranga' is ordinary

Mon, 29 Aug 2011 12:24:50 +0530

'Daggaraga Dooranga' created a little interest after its promos were out. The film was described as a thriller in the backdrop of terrorism which had raised expectations about the film. But the film ends up as one more ordinary fare, despite Sumanth's strenuous efforts to lift it.

Telugu film industry extends support to Hazare

Fri, 19 Aug 2011 04:18:41 +0530

Actors Jeevitha, Rajasekhar, Babu Mohan, others participated in the day long fast.

Rana Daggubati not doing film with Kangna

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 11:14:36 +0530

According to rumours, the duo were set to star in a film titled, 'Kris and Suri'.

Telugu director Jagannath's big plans in Hindi

Mon, 08 Aug 2011 02:44:02 +0530

Puri Jagannath, a cult name in Telugu cinema, is basking in the success of his directorial debut in Bollywood, 'Bbuddah... Hoga Tera Baap'.

Nandi Film Awards announced

Sat, 06 Aug 2011 05:04:51 +0530

N Balakrishna has bagged the best leading actor award for 'Simha'.

Saloni to play Rani Laxmibai in 'Telugammai'

Thu, 04 Aug 2011 02:51:41 +0530

She will be donning the avatar of Rani Laxmibai, the woman warrior, albeit for a brief spell in the upcoming film, 'Telugammai'.

Ileana to act with Allu Arjun in Telugu film

Wed, 03 Aug 2011 03:10:41 +0530

One of the highest paid actresses of south has gladly agreed to slash her remuneration to do a film with the dashing Allu Arjun.

Telegu Review: Nootrienbathu(180) is a treat

Mon, 27 Jun 2011 03:57:02 +0530

Acclaimed ad filmmaker Jayendra's debutant movie has all the strength of ad filmmaking - it has style and fabulous visuals. Each frame is a visual treat with an additional strength of showing minute details perfectly.

Vijayawada police stops shooting of Varma's movie

Wed, 25 May 2011 03:20:25 +0530

RGV was shooting a Telugu film, titled 'Bezwada Rowdeelu'

Ram Gopal Varma starts shoot for Telugu film

Wed, 25 May 2011 11:43:11 +0530

Telgu actor NTR Junior to wed Lakshmi Pranathi

Thu, 05 May 2011 11:20:15 +0530

NTR Junior is reported to have invited 5,000 fans to his wedding.

Pawan Kalyan's 'Theen Maar' heads for record

Thu, 14 Apr 2011 12:51:20 +0530

It is being released on Thursday across 1000 theatres worldwide and will be screened in Hyderabad 30 times on the first day.

Telugu Review: 'Shakthi' a disappointment

Mon, 04 Apr 2011 12:02:47 +0530

Shakthi, touted as the costliest film ever made in the Telugu film industry, may not appeal to the viewers because of illogical and contradictory sequences.

Nutan Prasad, famous Telugu actor, dies

Wed, 30 Mar 2011 10:33:29 +0530

Popular Telugu actor Nutan Prasad died in Hyderabad on Wednesday following prolonged illness.

IT raids on Telugu film actors

Wed, 23 Mar 2011 04:43:02 +0530

Houses, offices and other properties of Nagarjuna, Ravi Teja, were raided

Telugu film director Satyanarayana passes away

Sat, 22 Jan 2011 02:31:33 +0530

Satyanarayana, who directed Amitabh Bachchan-starrer 'Suryavansh', died of heart attack.

Telugu Review: 'Brindavanam' is old wine in a new bottle

Tue, 26 Oct 2010 04:52:42 +0530

There is absolutely nothing new or original in the film

"I don't like awards myself" Rajamouli

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 07:43:35 +0530

SS Rajamouli whose movie 'Magadheera' won two National Awards is a picture of modesty

Dr. D. Ramanaidu receives the Dada Saheb Phalke Award

Thu, 09 Sep 2010 03:51:45 +0530

He has produced over 130 films and is mentioned in the Guinness Book of Records

Telugu film actresses held for prostitution

Mon, 23 Aug 2010 01:20:18 +0530

They were arrested from an apartment in the upscale Kundan Bagh neighborhood

Andhra TV actress held for attack on ex-lover

Sun, 13 Jun 2010 04:17:21 +0530

Hyderabad Police on Sunday arrested television artist Dimple for the recent attack on her fiancé Sridhar Verma after he allegedly refused to marry her.

Telugu comedian Padmanabham dead

Thu, 25 Mar 2010 07:08:59 +0530

The veteran suffered from a heart attack

I'm the Shah Rukh of Telugu films: Siddharth

Thu, 25 Mar 2010 06:58:38 +0530

The 'Striker' actor has tall claims