With housefly as its hero, Telugu film Eega has buzzzzz

Making a hero out of an ordinary housefly and managing to create a huge buzz around it. That is what makers of Telugu film Eega have managed to do. It will have a multilingual release, first in Telugu, Tamil and Malayalam this Friday. The Hindi version will release about two weeks later.

Even before its release, the story of revenge of a housefly, Eega in Telugu and Naan Ee in Tamil, has created more than a buzz in the film world. In just two weeks, its trailors got five lakh hits on Youtube, impressive for a film where a housefly plays the hero.

"When I say I am making a film on a housefly, there will be wonder, smile. What would be the story? How can you make a fly act? 10-15 percent there will be heckling and thinking has he gone mad? I am still okay with that. But you can't ignore it. That is the USP of the film," said director S.S. Rajamouli

Rajamouli says Eega started as a small-budget experimental film but grew big as it developed. With over 90 minutes of visual effects and realistic animation, the film cost upto 35 crore rupees and will have a multilingual release.

"First time in Indian cinema you have realistic animation characters,'' added Rajamouli.

Rajamouli delivered a super-hit with Magadheera, starring Chiranjeevi's son Ram Charan Teja, and another hit with Maryada Ramanna that had no big stars. Making a hero out of a housefly is certainly going to be a much, much bigger challenge.

Nitin's ‘Courier Boy Kalyan’ launched

Nithin's New MOvie Courier Boy Kalyan’, a Telugu movie has been launched with a formal pooja ceremony yesterday in Hyderabad. ‘Courier Boy Kalyan’ film launch function has been attended by prominent Telugu cinema personalities and movie unit members. Nitin plays the lead role and  Richa Gangopadhyaya is roped in as the heroine in this film.

‘Courier Boy Kalyan’ movie is directed Prem Sai, who earlier worked in Prabhu Deva direction team for successful movies. And now the time has come up for this young talented director Prem Sai to hold the megaphone. This movie is a bilingual which is simultaneously being made in Tamil as 'Tamila Selvano Tanyiyara Anjalum'.

This movie is touted to be a fun based love entertainer which will be made under the production of ace director Gautam Menon. Singer Karteek is composing music for this film. The Regular shoot of the movie is expected to start soon in Hyderabad.

IT’S STAR WARS THIS JULY IN Tollywood

A spate of big budget movies are all set to battle it out at the box office the coming month

Come July and Tollywood big screens are all set to turn into a battlefield. Some of this year’s mostanticipated films — Rajamouli’s “Eega” starring Nani and Samantha, Trivikram Srinivas’s “Julayi”, Puri Jagannath’s “Devudu Chesina Manushulu” starring Ravi Teja and Ileana, Lakshmi Manchu’s “U Kodathara Ulukki Padathara” (UKUP) starring Manchu Manoj and Deeksha Seth and MS Raju’s “Tuneega Tuneega” that will introduce debutantes Sumanth Ashwin and Rhea Chakroborty— are all releasing in July! Apart from these films, Tamil films like Kamal Haasan’s “Viswaroopam”, and Chakri Tholeti’s “David Billa” are also releasing in Telugu in the same month.

It’s no surprise then that industry insiders say this month is going to be a crucial one for the film industry. “Just this month, business of more than 100 crores is riding on Tollywood,” says Suresh Babu, president, AP Film Chamber of Commerce. He adds that this year has already been a fruitful one with big hits like “Gabbar Singh” and other small films too doing well at the box-office. While this may be a reason to celebrate, there is also a concern whether city theatres can accommodate all the movies at the same time. Suresh Babu adds, “Rajamouli’s “Eega” will kick-start the month and if it’s a hit, theatres will definitely face planning issues, considering they might not have enough screens for all movies. The release dates of some movies may have to be postponed.”

Cinematically too, the month is a crucial one for the actors. Ravi Teja, whose last two films, “Nippu” and “Daruvu” had a thanda response, is looking to break the spell with Puri Jagannadh’s “Devudu Chesina Manushulu” (DCM). “This is my fifth film with Ravi Teja and we are going to work magic again,” says Puri, when contacted.

It’s a testing time for actress Ileana, who is making her comeback to Telugu films after a long hiatus, with two big releases in just one month — Ravi Teja-starrer “DCM” and “Julayi” with Allu Arjun. Meanwhile, Allu Arjun is also in dire need of a hit after “Badrinath”, that released a year ago, failed to make a mark.

Producers meanwhile, are keeping their fingers crossed. MS Raju, whose last film
“Maska” released in 2009 is making a comeback with “Tuneega Tuneega”. He is not only directing the movie, but is also introducing his son Sumanth in this rom-com. This month also marks Lakshmi Manchu’s debut as a producer with “UKUP”. She says, “The film has shaped up well and I am feeling confident,” she says. The movie is expected to give her actor brother, Manchu Manoj, a career boost.
    Meanwhile, big budget dubbed films will have to fight with top Tollywood titles. Sobha Rani, producer of the Ajith-starrer “David Billa”, says, “I’m releasing the movie in over 200 theatres as Ajith has a big fan following in AP.” Kamal Haasan’s “Viswaroopam” too may release in July, though the date hasn’t been confirmed.

I’m not comfortable with skin show Says Shakuni Fame Pranitha

Pranitha Subhash’s Saguni has just hit the screens and the actor is all excited. “I play a city -based girl, who is simple, sweet and innocent. I could relate to this character because it is a bit like what I am in real life. There was an inordinate delay in the release of the film because of the strike in the Tamil film industry. Also because there are a lot of artists in the film and matching their dates took time,” says the actor.

Talking about her experience working withKarthi, Pranitha says, “Karthi is amazing to work with. He’s a superb actor and a very friendly person. He makes sure everyone around him is comfortable. He’s very experienced and also very well organised when it comes to his work. Hence it was also a learning experience for me.”

Since Pranitha has worked in Tamil, Telugu and Kannada cinema, which will be her priority?

“All the three industries are of equal priority to me as I am working with some of the most talented people across these three industries,” says she. Will Pranitha be comfortable with skin show, if a role demanded? “I’m not very comfortable with skin show,” she says.

Baadshah shooting on in Italy

NTR is now shooting for Baadshah in Italy. Some scenes on NTR, Kajal Agarwal, MS Narayana and 'Vennela' Kishore are being shot in this schedule. Besides, Sreenu Vytla will shoot two songs on the lead pair.

Produced by Bandla Ganesh, the film sees the coming together of Dookudu's comedians. Since this film is a mix of action and comedy, there is so much on the platter this time around too.

Written by Gopi Mohan, the film has music by SS Thaman. Dialogues are by Kona Venkat. The film was recently in news when Thaman and team did few music sittings in Ooty. Akon has sung a song for NTR.

Dhanush turns producer, ropes in Priya Anand for a new film

The debacle of 3 doesn’t seem to have affected Dhanush’s career at all. He has been signing plenty of films including Bharat Bala’s next and Raanjha in Hindi. The latest news is that he’s going to produce a new Tamil film titled Ethir Neechal. In the past few years, it has become a trend in Tamil film industry where some of the top directors and actors have come forward to produce several off beat films. Directors like Shankar and Mani Ratnam have been doing for many years and now actors like Dhanush, Vijay and Arya are throwing their weight behind promising subjects. Ethir Neechal is going to be directed by Sendhil, a former assistant of Vetrimaaran. Priya Anand, who was last seen in 180, has been roped in to play the lead role in the film along with Siva Karthikeyan. It’s a big break for Priya Anand who has been waiting for good offer for a long time. With Dhanush backing the film, Ethir Neechal will garner enough attention at boxoffice. It remains to be seen if Priya Anand can capitalize on this project’s hype.

Allu Sirish Debut Movie 'GOURAVAM' From Jun 18

Duet Movies, the production house floated by noted actor Prakash Raj is pleased to announce its next venture, “GOURAVAM” a Telugu-Tamil bi-lingual. The movie is helmed by Radha Mohan, whose previous hits include Azhagiya Theeye, Mozhi, Abhiyum Naanum (Akasamantha in Telugu) & Payanam (Gaganam in Telugu). The movie would be shot simultaneously in Telugu & Tamil.


The film also marks the debut of SIRISH, nephew of Telugu megastar Chiranjeevi, brother of actor Allu Arjun and son of producer Allu Arvind. Cast opposite Sirish as the female lead is Yaami Gautam, who has previously acted in Telugu, Kannada & Malayalam cinema including the smash Bollywood hit Vicky Donor which released recently. The supporting cast includes Prakash Raj, Nazer, Pavithra Lokesh, L.B.Sriram and many others. Regular shooting would commence from 18th June at Mysore.


S.S Thaman, the hot shot music director of many Telugu & Tamil blockbusters would be scoring the film’s music, while Preetha is the cinematographer. Kathir is the Art director. 


About Duet Movies :


Duet Movies is the a premiere production company, owned by Actor-Producer Prakash Raj which has produced many critically acclaimed and commercially successful films in the past like Azhagiya Theeye, Kanda Naal Mudhal, Mozhi,  Abhiyum Naanum, Poi, Payanam & Dhoni amongst others. 


About Sirish :


Sirish hails from one of the biggest film families in South India. He is a nephew to Telugu superstars Chiranjeevi & Pawan Kalyan. His elder sibling Allu Arjun & cousin Ram Charan are amongst Telugu cinema’s biggest stars today. His grand father late Shri Allu Ramalingayya was a noted comedian & character artist who acted in 1013 films in Telugu & Tamil. Sirish’s father Allu Arvind is one of Telugu cinema’s leading producers.


Before turning actor Sirish has previously worked with his father in their family business – Geetha Arts, whose recent releases are Magadheera, Badrinath, Jalsa & 100% Love. He worked as the Co-Producer of the 2008 Aamir Khan starrer Ghajini, which his company produced. He also was a part of many other media & film ventures in different capacities.  

Nayan Won't Remove Dress For Telugu -Magazine

Enthralling seductress Nayantara, is all set to rock silver screen with her sizzling performance once again. However, the starlet has rejected a Telugu magazine's request of going 'sexy' for their cover page.

Recently, Nayantara has done a sizzling photoshoot for a Tamil magazine that has lot of craze in tinsel towns. However, the actress is heard rejecting one such plea of a magazine that hails from Telugu industry. It is because of two demands, say insiders. One is, this magazine is run by few shrewd businessman turned actors who wants to get everything for free. They are known for using the powers of Telugu Film Producers Council and Film Chamber to make actresses accept for photo shoots.

Secondly, Nayan was asked to go sexier in terms of skin show to boost the sales of magazine. Reportedly, Nayan is shocked with these demands of Telugu magazine that is planning to cash on her re-entry. Finally, she has agreed for an hour of shoot and that too with fully covered dress which hasn't evinced interest in magazine folks. Stay connected for more updates.

Spotted! Chulbully Sonakshi on the sets of DID

Prabas’s Varadhi progressing at RFC

The shooting of Young Rebel Star Prabas’s new movie 'Varadi' (Tentatively titled) is currently going on at Ramoji Film City where the unit is filming a action sequence in railway station set under the supervision of Anal Arasu on Prabhas and others. Anushka and Richa Gangopadhyaya are acting as the female leads in the movie.

Ace Tamil actor Satyaraj and Nadiya will seen in prominent roles in this film. Koratala Shiva is the director. This movie is produced jointly by Pramod Uppalapati and Vamsi Krishna Reddy on UV Creations banner. Anushka and Richa Gangopadhyaya are playing female leads in it. Devi Sri Prasad scoring the music and Madi is the cinematographer.

Prabhas is working on 'Rebel' which is in last phase of its production. Raghava Lawrence is the director. Rebel is expected to release in the month of July.

Pawan Kalyan to do another Movie for Bandla

Pawan Kalyan’s Gabbar Singh is not just stealing the hearts of fans and regular audiences, but also impressing everyone in film industry. After Dasari, it was Ramanaidu’s turn to shower rich praises on the film.

Ramanaidu stated that Gabbar Singh is a number 1 film and makes Ganesh Bandla a number 1 producer. The great man was particularly impressed with Pawan Kalyan’s style in the film. He said that action episodes were fresh and songs were excellent.

Ramanaidu appreciated young director Harish Shankar and congratulate Shruti Haasan for being a part of the film. Gabbar Singh’s rampage has been continuing on the sixth day with full houses everywhere. Pawan scored a massive blockbuster with Gabbar.  

Is ex-lovers Shahid Kapoor, Kareena Kapoor clash at TMK screening????

Shahid Kapoor and Priyanka Chopra starrer Teri Meri Kahaani has a 'Kapoor' connection. Surprised? Reports say, that the film has segments where Shahid is seen reflecting Late legendary star Shammi Kapoor's style and mannerisms.


Interestingly, Shahid's love story with Priyanka in the film, carries distinct elements of Kapoor's courtship of Geeta Bali. Since Teri Meri Kahaani has a distinct 'Kapoor' connection, Director Kunal Kohli has planned to invite the Kapoor family for a screening of the film.


If we look deep into this, the screening might have yet another surprise element for us. Since the entire Kapoor family will be invited at the screening, it is expected that Kareena Kapoor( Shammi Kapoor's grandchild) too might be present there. Recalling Shahid-Bebo's past affair, we wonder how the ex-lovers might act during a face-off at the screening.

Gabbar Singh HittingTheatres on May 10th !

Power Star Pawan Kalyan’s Elecrifying  Mass entertainer Gabbar Singh is almost all Ready  To Release .As For the Sources, The MOvie  is Hitting Silver Screen on May 10. BUt date is Not Yet conformed by producer Ganesh. He has Plan B to  Release the movie  on 11th of MAy (Tentative)!


Gabbar Singh Songs   are  Very big hit  and Viewers are Expeting A high end Entertainment From the By Seeing Trailers And listening Audio.  Two items Numbers Pilla, Kevvu Keka and Gabbar Singh title songs are rocking the charts. Gabbar Singh songs are currently at the top spot in all the FM channels.


Gabbar Singh is a remake of Bollywood blockbuster Dabangg. Pawan fans are waiting  for this film to recreate the same magic here. As of now the signs are very positive for Gabbar Singh. 

Kamal Haasan to take up brand endorsements

Mumbai: For the first time in his 50 years of illustrious career, veteran actor-filmmaker Kamal Haasan will take up brand endorsements.

The 57-year-old has signed up with celebrity and talent sourcing and management firm Alliance Media and Entertainment Private Ltd for the purpose.

"Kamal Haasan is a truly global Indian icon -- a great actor, writer and film maker, who is immensely respected not only for his strong contribution to cinema, but also for his significant initiatives to help the underprivileged," Sunil Doshi, Founder and MD, Alliance Media & Entertainment Pvt Ltd said in a statement.

Doshi said the actor has certain plans for his work in social service, but is also unwilling to rely on external sources of funding those plans.

"Therefore, he feels that endorsements with leading companies and brands that have a strong commitment to society and causes would be an appropriate and independent means of fulfilling his vision," Doshi said.

Haasan said that he had signed with Alliance Media, because he believes it provides strategic counsel to several top celebrities and personalities.

"I look forward to yet another first that of brand endorsement -- in my creative life, and to keep being able to do my bit for society," he said.

"We shall soon announce which brand Kamal Haasan will be endorsing. He is known for his ideals and principles, and needless to say, we shall advise him to pick a brand that fits with his values and stature, and will have a campaign to match," Doshi said.

Emraan Hashmi`s tobacco woes!

Mumbai: Emraan Hashmi bid adieu to smoking a long time back but little did the actor knew he would have to chew tobacco soon. To play a foul-mouthed reporter in Dibakar Banerjee`s ‘Shanghai’, he had to re-start the habit.

On the first day of the shoot, Emraan was asked to chew tobacco for a scene and it was not a pleasant experience. Tobacco left him with such a distaste that Emraan almost threw up and felt giddy. 

The director insisted that since his role required him to do it, there was no other way out. After a lot of discussions, Banerjee and Emraan came to the conclusion that the actor should chew tobacco

Prabhu Deva steals show at trailer launch of 'Rowdy Rathore'

Director Prabhu Deva was the show stealer at the trailer launch of his film ‘Rowdy Rathore’. The trailer of the film was launched in a different way unlike other films. It was launched in an open maidan at Worli.

Despite the presence of stars Akshay Kumar and Sonakshi Sinha, the crowd went gaga over Prabhu Deva. Prabhu on public demand was asked to show his dance moves. Prabhu danced with Akshay Kumar and Sonakshi Sinha as the crowd applauded his act with claps and whistles and cheers. Akshay Kumar, who is making a comeback in his action zone with ‘Rowdy Rathore’, said he feels like a newcomer again.

"I am very excited about the film because I am making a comeback in action films after seven years. I am in this film industry because of my action films. It feels like I am a new comer who is trying action for the first time," Akshay Kumar said.

Produced by Sanjay Leela Bhansali and directed by Prabhu Deva, the film features Akshay Kumar and Sonakshi Sinha in the lead. The film is scheduled to release on June 1, 2012.

Dirty Picture: Who will play Silk in Telugu remake?

Mumbai: Ever since The Dirty Picture became a hit, there has been buzz about a South Indian remake. While there has been constant talk about South actress Nikita Thukral playing the lead in the south Indian version, the production house behind the Bollywood hit denies the buzz.
Swati Shetty, vice president of The Dirty Picture's production house, states, "After Vidya Balan in The Dirty Picture, we'd rather have a known and established name for the remake, instead of a newcomer or not-so-well-known name."
Predictably, a couple of production houses from the South have approached the makers of the Vidya Balan-starrer for remake rights. "One of them is keen to cast Nikita Thukral as the protagonist in the Telugu version.

And they're planning to make it more scintillating than the Milan Luthria directed original," said a source. Swati confirmed that they had received a couple of offers for the remake rights. "But nothing has been finalised as yet. In fact, we will not just part with the remake rights, but also ensure we are involved as co-producers.
That way, we can also have creative control over the final product, with the essence and the soul of the storyline intact," she said adding that with nothing finalised, the question of Nikita being part of the remake doesn't arise

Shah Rukh Khan in Farah Khan’s next film

Shah Rukh Khan and Farah Khan will come together again after five years (their last release being "OSO" in 2007) in the film "Happy New Year", directed by Farah.

Says a source, "After the fight SRK had with Farah's husband Shirish Kunder at Sanjay Dutt's party in February, the duo patched up. They even met a few times at home after that. It was during one of Farah's visits to Mannat that they talked about working together again. Before SRK left for a 40-day schedule to London for his next film, Farah narrated the script and he instantly said yes. Apart from his wife Gauri, SRK's close friends Kaajal Anand and Karan Johar have been instrumental in bringing the warring duo back together."

Adds the source, "Farah even went to London for two days recently to seal the dates and complete other formalities. The film is being touted as the baap of "Main Hoon Naa" and will be a wholesome entertainer."

Why They Fell Out

The former best buddies parted ways personally and professionally some years ago when SRK kept Shirish's film hanging for five years, before ultimately deciding not to do it. Farah took it personally. Things got worse when she cast Akshay Kumar in "Tees Maar Khan" and announced it without informing Shah Rukh, which obviously did not go down well with him.

Matters came to a head when late last year, post the release of "RA.One", Shirish posted sarcastic comments about the film on his social networking page, irking SRK. The duo then got into that infamous fight at Dutt's party, followed by a tearful reunion at Shah Rukh's home a day later, where they hugged and made up.

Looks like all is truly well between them now, and they are expected to announce the film once Shah Rukh returns from London.

Big B praises Paan Singh Tomar, calls it true biopic

Director Tigmanshu Dhulia and actor Irrfan Khan have receive heaps of praise from Amitabh Bachchan for their film Paan Singh Tomar. The megastar describes the movie as inspiring and fitting tribute to unsung heroes and truly a biopic.

Paan Singh Tomar tells the tale of the former national steeplechase champion-turned-bandit. Released Friday, the film features Irrfan in the title role.

"A fulfilling day! Saw an inspiring film, Paan Singh Tomar directed by Tigmanshu Dhulia and enacted by a whole cast of fresh and very talented players, led by that incredible performer Irrfan. Such restraint in direction and performance, but such an impression on the nature of the subject. A biopic true to life and detail," the 69- year-old posted on his blog bigb.bigadda.com.

"...this is a true story, of a man from Madhya Pradesh...The tribute to the unsung hero, lists various prominent sportsmen who brought glory on International platforms for the country, but died penniless. Some even having to sell off their gold medal to survive. Such a moving tale," he added.

Amitabh, who is currently recuperating at home from his abdominal surgeries, feels the movie is a tribute to unsung heroes.

"A wonderful tribute to the many unsung sports heroes of the nation, who contribute so much for the Motherland both within and and on International platforms, yet are left in penury to pass away, unnoticed, uncared for," he said.

He also requested the government to support sportspersons.

"...the first thought that comes to mind is to lend support to those that find themselves in such condition. To plead with the system to show some compassion and respect for the glory they brought for us, so we could stick our chests out in pride and look after them in their hour of need instead of leaving them in dire straits to perish without any honour," he wrote.

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Vidya Balan saved from falling on train tracks

Vidya Balan had almost lost her life while shooting for her new film Kahaani.

The actress had almost fallen on the tracks at the Kolkata metro station during the shoot. Fortunately, film's director Sujoy Ghosh came to her rescue and saved her from falling onto the tracks.

"When we were shooting we had security guards across the platform. It went pitch perfect, not a single thing out of place. While we were paying attention to other things, the only person we forgot was Vidya. But she is an adult. She is supposed to take care of herself. There was a scene where she was running backwards on the platform. She bumped against a weighing machine. She tripped and was about to fall onto the tracks. Seeing that she was about to fall, we immediately rushed to her. When she is giving her shot she forgets everything else," said Sujoy Ghosh while recalling the incident.

"There was nothing heroic about it. Since, I was behind the camera I could see what was going to happen. I just had the quick sight to rush and save her from falling," he added.

So did the incident cause an interruption? The director explained, "Vidya said 'Oh cool I got saved, lets get back on the job.'"

"You take a lot of precautions for other people but you take your own folks for granted. We took the precaution for everybody else. We just forgot Vidya," he added.

Vidya, who was last seen in a sexy avatar in hit film The Dirty Picture, plays the role of a six-month pregnant woman in Kahaani.