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Starring Bindu Madhavi of ‘Avakai Biryani’ director Raju Rajendra Prasad of ‘Konchem Kothaga’ is set to make a film. V. Nageder is producing the film on Prakash V Productions banner. Actor and director Ravi Babu is entrusted with a heavy role that carries the plot forward.

The story is based on the real life incidents that happen to the characters on screen in contemporary modern society. Bindhu Madhavi and Ravi Babu play key roles that carry a lot of weightage in the script. The girl who gave a graceful performance in her debut film itself, Bindhu will have abundant scope to act in this movie, says the director.

Makers have made plans to the launch the film by this week. Other cast includes Jaiprakash Reddy, MS Narayana and Chalapathi Rao.

Cinematography is by PS Vamsikrishna, editing by Anirudra and art direction is handled by Ramakrishna.

Apart from this film, Bindhu Madhavi will soon share screen space with Sai Ram Shankar in a movie to be directed by Puri Jagannath.

‘Adurs’ is the ongoing film directed by VV Vinayak with NTR and Nayanthara in the cast. Kodali Venkateswara Rao widely known as Nani produces it on Vaishnavi Arts banner and B. Vamsi Mohan presents the film.

Latest update is ‘Adurs’ will be dubbed in Malayalam and be released on the same date that of the Telugu version. The lead ladies Nayanthara and Sheela are native of Kerala which is strongly believed to be a highlight for the film’s market in the state.

VV Vinayak known for his mass commercial hits is churning out one more flick for Prabhas that has action, romance and stunts to appeal all classes of audience.

In the season of bikini bandwagon, Nayanthara was the first daring heroine to strip for the Tamil film ‘Billa’ which is reiterated by Priyamani and soon by Anushka. Due to tough contention, Nayan will once more walk elegantly in the revealing outfit for ‘Adurs’.

With most part of the film completed, post production work is now being carried out. Devi Sri Prasad has composed the music and the movie is slated for release on July 9.

The production house of super hit films ‘KrishnaVeni’, ‘Bhakta Kannappa’, ‘Amara Deepam’, ‘Bobbili Brahmanna’ and ‘Tandra Paparayudu’, Gopi Krishna Movies pvt ltd is making a comeback with the stylish extravaganza ‘Billa’.

Starring Prabhas, Anushka and Namitha in the lead, Krishnam Raju in a prominent role, Meher Ramesh had directed the film produced by Narendra and Prabodh.

Saving two songs, the shooting is complete and the makers have announced that the audio launch function will be held before the end of March.

In the recent press meet, director Ramesh said, “All along my career, I had the rare opportunity to direct the younger generation of popular superstars. I directed Puneeth Rajkumar in Kannada for my first and second film, who happens to be the son of Rajkumar. I did ‘Kanthir’ with Jr. NTR, son of NTR and now, I am working with Prabhas, son of Krishnam Raju for ‘Billa’ made on GopiKrishna Movies. I am fortunate to work with these people and do some big budget flicks.”

‘The stylish film is the story of a mafia don for which we have used the latest technology including a 35mm camera. The shooting has been carried out in captivating locations of Malyasia. Fast paced car chases and thrilling stunt scenes will be a treat for film lovers’.

“Prabhas’s look and body language has been done on par with audience’s expectations. With meticulous efforts, we have designed his costumes and style on-screen. Prabhas is the first star in the South to have worked out to shape an eight pack abs for this role. Anushka will rivet with her looks while Namitha will sheen in her part. Hansika’s special cameo in a song is just another thing to look out for. For the demanding role of a police officer, we have bought in Krishnam Raju and he had done his best,” concluded the maker.

KK RadhaMohan produces ‘Adhineta’ starring Jagapathi Babu on Sri Satya Sai Arts banner. The film directed by V. Samudra is under production in a brisk progress in Hyderabad.

Known for his varied demeanors, Jagapathi Babu is donning one more plausible role in this film. When questioned about his part, he said, “The plot is based on an honest young man’s foray into politics and the hurdles he face along the path. What kind of position such a man could ascent in the corrupted scenario? Is the driving force of the script which Samudra has shaped up to entertain every strata of the crowd.”

The part shot in Bhadrachalam Temple and stunt scenes done featuring both the leading cast including Hamsa Nandini will be the things to watch out for. The shooting schedule of ten days will commence shortly during which the climax scenes will be canned. About three songs will be shot in foreign countries, according to the makers.

The production work of the film is on non-stop in a single schedule, and the makers are striving to get the film released on April 10th.

The film ‘Current’ starring Akkineni Nageswara Rao’s grandson and Nagarjuna’s nephew, Sushanth and Sneha Ullal is undergoing a brisk progress in the sets.

Debutant filmmaker Surya Prathap completed the dramatic scenes and is busy directing the action sequence choreographed by stunt master Kanal Kannan.

Songs will be filmed once the crew finishes these stunts, as planned by the makers. Devi Sri Prasad has composed the musical score for this romantic flick slated for summer release.

CharanRaj, Brahmanandam, Tanikella Bharani, Suneel, Shafi, Raghubabu, Sudha, Jhansi are playing the prominent cast.

Pawan Kalyan’s ‘Komaram Puli’ has been temporarily stalled for the time being till the election fever subsides. Directed by SJ Suryah, Singanamala Ramesh Babu produces the film on Kanaka Rathna Movies banner.

Pawan is constantly touring across the state campaigning for the party as he is the president of the youth wing, Yuva Rajyam of PRP.

The shooting schedules are paused for awhile and the makers have moved on to start the post production work for the completed portions. AR Rahman composes the music and Bollywood cinematographer, Vinod cranks the camera

‘Naa Girlfriend Baaga Rich’ starring Shivaji and Kaveri Jha is directed by M. Nagendrakumar. Kumar brothers produce the film on KBC Cinema banner.

In a recent press meet, the release date of the film has been announced as 6th March tomorrow.

Aping the world famous boxing champion Mike Tyson, Brahmanandam has done his best to bring down the roof with laughter. His comical character will tickle the funny bone for sure. After the audio launch, we have received rave reviews for the music. The twisty and interesting plot will entertain everyone, as said by the producers.

Other important cast includes Tulasi, Komal, Vijaya, Sai, Ramaprabha and Allari Subhashini. Manthra Anand has composed the musical score.

In this wedding season, the marriage ceremony of Vishnu and Viranica will be one of the grandest functions of the time. Vishnu, eldest son of Dr AM Mohan Babu - Nirmala Devi and Viranica, daughter of YS Sudheekar - Vidya Reddy entered matrimonial bliss on 1st March on Sunday.

With a grand outlook, the Gachibowli Stadium wore a festive look on the wedding day studded with the presence of myriad personalities from the film frat and political people. Chief Minister YSR (Viranica’s uncle), ANR, Dasari Narayana Rao, Balakrishna, Rajinikanth are some of the notable people who graced the function to bless the newly wed couple.

The guests were all praise for the organizers for proper arrangements which subdued any contingent commotions. Vishnu and Viranica’s faces were glittering with happiness all along as they received bouquets and gifts. The young stars of Tollywood Nithin, Prabhas, Kalyan Ram served the role of best man while Priyamani and Mamta Mohandas were seen busy with playing pranks on the bride.

For slick snapshots, talented photographers were hired from out of the country and the entire ceremonial occasion was filmed to be relayed on a lifestyle channel.

Star couple Siva Balaji and Madhumita got wedded in the presence of elites and film personalities on 1st March at Kalinga Function Palace, Hyderabad.

People from both the sides of bride and bridegroom graced the wedding function to felicitate the newly married couple. The stars who came to know each other on the sets of the Tamil film ‘Englishkaran’ later went on to become lovers and now they are mighty happy as they got married with the mutual consent of their parents. With a filmy background, the marriage hall was filled with many stars of the film frat including Dasari, Venkatesh, Pawan Kalyan, Rajasekhar and his wife Jeevitha, Kodi Ramakrishna among others.

Madhumita is known to the Telugu audience with her films ‘Keelugurram’, ‘Puttintiki Ra Chelli’ and ‘Sandade Sandadi’ while Siva Balaji is a notable star in Tollywood with notable hits to his credit.

Let’s wish a happy and prosperous life ahead for the newly married couple.

Producer Adithya Ram began a film factory and the first film of Adithya Ram Movies banner in this new venture will be in Prabhas - Puri Jagannath combo.

The shooting of this film will begin on 18th March and the other proposed films will follow in suit. Puri Jagannath in his style of hit flicks has churned out yet another stylish and action oriented script to suit the body language of Prabhas. In the line of hits like ‘Sandade Sandadi’, ‘Khushi Khushiga’, ‘Swagatham’, Adithya Ram has begun his ‘Production No – 4’.

Adithya Ram arranged a press meet to reveal the news and said, “This big budget movie will have all the flavor of romance, action, sentiment and comedy to entertain one and all. Puri Jagannath have worked hard to envisage this script and we are sure this will be a hit film produced by the film factory. Bollywood star Kangana Ranaut has been roped in to play the heroine while the supporting star cast is to be decided. Puri and Prabhas will put in their best efforts to bring out a blockbuster hit.”

Director Puri said that the commercial entertainer will be tailor made for Prabhas and will most probably hit screens by August.

Puri Jagannath churned out ‘Neninthe’ lastly and Prabhas is busy with ‘Billa’ directed by Meher Ramesh which is in the last leg of production.

The graceful South Indian beauty, Asin is now busy signing offers one after the other, thanks to the blockbuster hit ‘Ghajini’ produced by Allu Arvind. She was supposed to act in two films set to be produced by Disney Pictures.

Rumors abuzz now say she has stepped out of one of the films titled ‘Zokkomon’, and it’s not sure whether she will be in the cast of the second film which is yet to go to the floors. The star cast of the film has Darsheel Safary and Anupham Kher in the lead.

The offer from Disney Pictures came her way while she was still shooting for ‘Ghajini’ through Aamir Khan gave credence to his friend Satyajit Bhaktal, director of the film. Reliable sources have revealed that the remuneration she quoted is the reason behind this reversion. The space will be filled up by Manjari Phadnis, the second heroine of ‘Jaane Tu Ya Jaane Na’. She debuted to films with ‘Rok Sako To Rok Lo’ and is known to the Telugu audience with ‘Siddhu From Sikakulam’.

Manjari is delighted about this meaty offer that has come her way after a year and she has high hopes on this film.

Starring Siddharth and Tamanna as hero and heroine, ‘Anandha Thandavam’ is directed by AR Gandhi Krishna and produced by V. Ravi Chandran on Aaskar Films banner. The audio launch function of the film will be held on 13th March.

Aaskar Ravichandran’s audio releases have so far been breaking records in the chart and musical score of ‘Anandha Thandavam’ composed by GV Prakash Kumar, AR Rahman’s nephew is expected to recreate the magic of the production banner.

Based on a romantic thriller plot penned by late writer Sujatha, the movie packs essential elements of love, tragedy and thrills all the way to keep people entertained. With taunt editing and splendorous visualization, the trailer has opened to a good response among distributors and general audience.

Pinning hopes on it, co-producer D. Suresh says that the film shot at eye captivating foreign locales with a fresh cast and mellifluous songs will sure be a super hit.

Lyrics for the songs are penned by Suddala AshokTeja, BhuvanaChandra and Vanamali. The movie is slated for Ugadi release by the end of March in Telugu and Tamil.

Megastar Chiranjeevi’s blockbuster hit ‘Gharana Mogudu’ was released on April 9th decades back and for obvious reasons, the makers of ‘Magadheera’ starring Ram Charan Tej, Chiru’s son have marked the auspicious date for the release of the film.

Director SS Rajamouli has made ‘Maghadheera’ starring Ramcharan Tej and Kajal Agarwal in the lead cast. The film is being produced by Allu Arvind on Geetha Arts banner which is in the last leg of production.

The post production work will be carried out soon and the film will hit screens on April 9th. Production house strongly believes that the goodwill of the date will make ‘Magadheera’ a blockbuster hit as it did for Ram Charan’s father, Chiru.

People know that heroines are roped in from different languages and most of them don't speak for themselves for their films. And, most of them don't worry about not dubbing either. But, a different Tamanna is mighty keen to dub her films to bring in a natural feel.

The debutant actress of 'Sri' soared to heights after the blockbuster hit 'Happy Days' made by Shekhar Kammula. She got recognized in the industry and offers are aplenty for the actress in both Telugu and Tamil industry.

She has signed up for selective films and her next in Telugu will be 'Ananda Thandavam', a bilingual film made in Telugu and Tamil which is produced by Ravi Chandran on Aaskar Films banner. The film will get released in the month of March.

Tamanna has hired a Telugu teacher and ardently learning the language so that she could dub her own voice in the upcoming films.

‘Dil’ Raju has refrained from his regular style of commencing a project once the last is over and has committed himself for four to five films this 2009.

After the super hit ‘Dil’, he went on a hat-trick hit spree with many successful films made by Sri Venkateswara Creations banner.

The upcoming films include Nag Chaithanya’s debut film, next with Prakash Raj and Trisha titled ‘Akashamantha’, Varun Sandesh’s ‘Marocharithra’ (2009), Ram’s ‘Rama Rama Krishna Krishna’, another with NTR and director Vamsi Paidipalli and a pipelined film with Nithin in the lead.

‘Dil’ Raju’s films are commercial successes so far and this set of projects overlapping one another, are all being made with anticipated combinations. We might be seeing more of Raju’s hit makers this year.