‘Nani’ a hero of his kind! October 21, 2011 11:49
Right from being an RJ to making a debut as a Hero in the award winning film like ‘Astha Chamma’, to playing one of the challenging role in ‘Beemli Kabaddi Jattu’, to bagging the block buster success with ‘Ala Modalaindi’, Hero Nani has finally managed to make his dream of becoming a hero turn to reality, with no god father in this industry and his talent being the only key to success. Andhrawishesh team has wished this upcoming Hero personally and spoke about the film as well. Nani talks much more about his recent success 'PillaJamindaar' to Andhrawishesh team; About ‘PillaJamindaar’s success Right from the launch of the film, and even before that, right when the director has come up with the script, I had confidence that this movie would make a difference after the release and same has happened today. People at theaters are enjoying the comedy in the film, the songs, the sentiment and the dialogues as per the sequences. In short, ‘PillaJamindaar’ is a complete feast to the audience. I am happy that, at the time of the story discussions, the story told by our director, the same has been projected on screen. There was not a inch difference in the narration of the story. And these days, this kind of the output has been very difficult to achieve. I am happy that ‘PillaJamindaar’ made me get the feel of doing a complete film. I have a confidence that I can make n number of other people from the industry to watch this film along with me. And I am sure that all of them would only ‘compliment’ my work and the film instead. I am proud to be a part of this project. About experimenting the roles It is not just that I am establishing myself as a Hero and doing only certain set of stories and roles. The audience would only love to watch the films, when they find something new in it and it has to be entertaining too. so, I tend to experiment with each role that comes to me. Moreover, I am a kind of a person who gets bored very easily. I can’t do the same kind of work and roles again and again. So, I would be searching for something new every now and then. May be because of this urge of mine or the film makers coming up with the new kind of stories, I am having an opportunity to experiment with different variation of roles every now and then. About the title of film This title has come from the story itself. Generally, we use this term ‘PillaJamindaar’ in order to tease some body, even in this film; we have certain elements that would suit to the title for sure. This film is a complete entertainer, but there are some inherent message and thgouths that make you think while you are watching and enjoying the entertainment in the film. But, ‘PillaJamindaar’ is not a flick that you would watch, laugh, and forget. This film and the story along with the screenplay will make you think, even once you are out of the theaters. About the Director Director of the film Ashok is a very intelligent director. In fact, let me share you my first meet with him. He has come up to me with a story initially. May be because of my mind set or the situation in which I was at that time, I was not in a position to accept that story as I was not convinced listening to it. I have told the same to Ashok. But, the way he was narrating the story clearly made me understand that he understands Cinema. He knows what to be done where. So, I had a positive opinion on him. After some time, Ashok had again met me, narrated another story. This time, not only the story, but his way of narrating the screenplay has made me accept the film and that’s how ‘PillaJamindaar’ happened. What makes Nani accept a film? Any director for me should be able to execute his thoughts as a film in a perfect manner. Only then, audience would accept the film. before doing the film, one should have a clarity of what he is doing and should be able to think from the audience point of view, if they would accept the thought or not. Only then, the chances of film being the success are very high. So, I would be always interested to work with directors who possess this kind of a thought process. And I am glad that Ashok has done what he thought and told me he would be doing. About adapting the role This it is a very tough task. When you are playing any role for that matter, you should not be someone else, but you should adapt the thought that you are what you are playing. This process of adaptation itself decides the success or the failure of the role. Right from my first film ‘AshtaChamma’ to ‘BeemliKabaddiJattu’ to ‘AlaModalaindi’ and many other films I have done, the first thing I do as soon as I accept the role is getting into the skin of the character. Right from the Body language to the look to the dialogue delivery, I behave and live in the role; I think this is how people are still recognizing me. About the role in ‘PillaJamindaar’ This is a character that has got immense variations in it. In the first half of the film in particular, I play the role of the most arrogant and super rich guy, from a Jamindaari family. He wakes up with money and his day ends with the same. in the second half of the film, my role transforms in to a complete change over, and that you have to see on screen. So, I enjoyed playing many variations in a single role. Any tough sequence in a film? As such, I take every sequence and every shot as a challenge. But yes, there is one such sequence in the film, where I am supposed to play a stage drama in the college. At first I have to play the drama as if I am not at all interested in it. but, later I need to completely get involved in the same and with complete emotion I need to play the drama. So, this sequence, that has got two variations in it, was much more challenging for me. Well, with his way of understanding Cinema and climbing every step of star dome by doingentertaining film, hope Nani has a long way to go. Andhrawishesh team wishes this Young Hero, A Gud Luck ahead!
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‘Oosaravelli’ a commercial film with a thought October 08, 2011 11:46
She is known as a milky beauty. Her second innings in T – Town with the film ‘100% Love’ has been a 200% success. She is an amazing beauty, extra ordinary performer, an intelligent, dedicated and lucky heroine, who is doing films with almost all the heroes of T – Town and K – Town. In fact, she is the most wanted heroine today, after her Dusserarelease; ‘Oosaravelli’ in which she has done a prominent role with Jr. N.T.R was declared a success. Let’s see what Tamanna talks more about the film and her; About ‘Oosarvelli’ and her role ‘I am very lucky to be a part of such a film and to work with such a director Surender Reddy, who has bought a never before story line and added all the required elements, made it a complete commercial film. ‘Oosaravelli’ released, declared a success and the revenue of the film is increasing day by day. Right from day one, Director Surender Reddy was very confident on the success of the film and he told me I have a very prominent role to play in the film. In today’s era of the commercial heroine being limited to some sequences and songs, I playing a role like in ‘Oosaravelli’ isdefinitely a dream come true. I am once again very happy the way my career is going on in T – Town and looking forward to do more rewarding work ahead. Working with Jr. N.T.R What to say about him? He is a brilliance personified. He is a fantastic human being and an excellent actor. We all give our set of performance in the films, but do take certain amount of time to give our best. But for Jr. N.T.R is it performing a dance sequence or any jorner of acting sequence it is instant. I have learnt a lot from him. I have done ‘kick’s remake in Tamil, directed by Surender Reddy and loved working with him. I used to see Jr. N.T.R’s films and even aspired to work with him one day. Just imagine if a film associated with these two is offered to me? I did not even think for a moment before accepting this offer. And more over, even I had a prominent role to play. What more than this an artist like me requires? More about her role in ‘Oosaravelli’ I am proud to say that the entire film itself revolves around the lead pair. I play a equally prominent role to that to Jr. N.T.R’s. I have knew people started anticipating ‘Oosaravelli’ to be a negative shaded film, because of the meaning of the title that refers to changing colors. But, just think, why does ‘Oosaravelli’ change colors? It is to protect itself, it is a defense mechanism. Now, the story revolves around this only. As of now, talking about my role and the film more than this would not be fetching. But, ‘Oosaravelli’ does not disappoint the audience. This film and the kind of the roles that both Jr. N.T.R and I played in the film is a complete new and different portrayal. About RasoolEllore Apart from being a excellent cameraman, Rasool Sir is a successful director who has made movies like ‘OkarikiOkaru’, ‘Bhageeradha’. He is a very adjusting cameraman, who adjusts according to the artists. It so happened that we were shooting on a Mountain which is very much of height, for a song sequence. Rasool Sir has found out that I was scared of shooting on that place, by seeing my facial expressions and came to me and extended his support that nothing can go wrong. Even making a film is no less that making a project in software. Only difference is that it unites the people around you with you. So, did ‘Oosaravelli’ to me. About the music and DSP Every song in the film is a highlight. Each song has its set of listenership and worth mentioning. I would like to talk about Devi Sri Prasad (DSP). He is an amazing music director. He is also a good friend of mine. I see him working day in and day out, but still he does all his work with immense passion and this is his success mantra. I see him growing to the peaks with his each film. There should be a soul to connect the film to the audience, and DSP’s music is a soul for the film. I personally like each and every song composed by DSP in ‘Oosaravelli’. And I have enjoyed watching Jr. N.T.R dancing to the beats of DSP. About rumors Initially I used to react a lot to these. But, later on, it has been understood that these days, everyone are curious to know something fishy about celebs and this is the reason Media is coming up with a new news each day. Some of them are definitely rumors and nothing more. I prefer not to react to rumors that arise on me. I am here to work and succeed in the field I have chosen. I would only keep this in mind and would work my heart out. I am not concerned about anything else. There is no time for love or a relationship now. I am in love only with my career and nothing more. Moreover, my parents are my support system and believe in me. so, I am not bothered about the rest. Favorite song in the film In ‘Oosaravelli’ I enjoyed shooting for ‘DhandiyaEndiyaa’ song. And personally, I like ‘NuvvanteNaku’. When the first time I have listened to this song I thought it would be a catchy number, but really shocked to see the response expected than more, now. Raju Master was the dance director for this song and I thank him to bear with me. If it is Jr. N.T.R, no dance master would have a problem. But, to bear with me is a big deal. My thanks to the entire team of ‘Oosaravelli’ and Cheers to the crew as the film is a block buster success.
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Seenu Vytla talks about ‘Dookudu’ October 03, 2011 13:27
He has made a mark as a director in the industry. He is a minimum guarantee director. Even if we do not know about anything about the technical crew and the director, after watching the film for certain time, you will say, ‘this is a pakkaSeenuVytla’s film. With almost a very high success ratio of his entire career and his latest release ‘Dookudu’ declared a film of the year, SeenuVytla talks more about ‘Dookudu’ and about his films as such; Enjoying ‘Dookudu’s success I feel all our hard work has paid back and the success of ‘Dookudu’ both in India and overseas turned out to be a solace to us. We have worked for the film more than a year. We had to face many hurdles and the shooting of the film got delayed with each problem. Many said, ‘Dookudu’s delay in release will turn out to be the biggest disadvantage for the film, others did not had confidence in the film and some others started anticipating the result of the film, even before its release. Even when the audio was launched, the initial few days we had to receive many negative feedbacks about the music and the songs of the film. But, putting down each negative, ‘Dookudu’ turned out to be a super success of the year and once again proved that a good film will always result in positive. Reason for concentrating on ‘Comedy’ being the ‘centric’ of every film I don’t find a reason for making a film. Film making is my passion so I am here. I make the films for audience and I being the audience, would love watching all those films that make me laugh. So all the audience these days. Not many people want to think while watching the film. If the audience would invest some amount to get entertained, it is my responsibility to give them all that required entertainment. And what more is required rather than comedy for the audience to get entertained? Bramhanandam being a part of every film I enjoy comedy and appreciate all the comedians who are making us laugh. I am personally a very big fan of Dr. Bramhanandam, who is no doubt a comedy king of Indian cinema. He is a solace to any director and gives the best of his performance with amazing timing of comedy in every sequence. I feel very comfortable in working with him. Since, I believe in making entertaining films, I cast all the artists who can entertain the audience to the core. It is not that Bramhanandam is the only artist who will enact the comedy sequences in my films. Even the hero of my film ends up doing comedy. Working with Mahesh He is a director’s hero. He trusts his director and creative persons completely and works according to the director. He gives complete freedom to the director and never hesitates to mold his personality and body language according to the characterization. It has been a fantastic experience working with Mahesh and I am looking forward to work with him in near future as well. Comment on all the films being the sequel of his earlier films If is it so, then audience are intelligent enough to stay away from watching my films. They would instead wait for the film to come on T.V or the DVD to be released. It could be the comedy being the integral part of many of my films, or else I do not prefer taking a serious story line of film making, it could appear all my films being the same. But, as a director I am satisfied that the industry is looking up to me and considering me a worth. I do not bother about the comments made by certain set of people. I know my work. Future projects There are certain projects in pipeline. I would be making more interesting films in near future. I will be doing films with certain heroes and certain combinations that I have never done before. As of now, I am enjoying ‘Dookudu’ success and working on the script of my next project. Will let you know the details soon.
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Dookudu Music director Thaman September 29, 2011 11:46
One song that is ruling the chart busters is ‘PoovaiPoovai’ from Mahesh’s ‘Dookudu’. The Movie is declared a super success, so as the songs of the film. Let’s know what the Music director of the film Thaman.S who is the wanted music director in South film Industry as well has to say about the film, and more about him; About ‘Dookudu’ success and appreciation for music composed Well, right from the beginning the success of the film is expected. It is only that many issues in the City and also in the film industry has cropped that delayed the release of the film. I had a complete confidence this film would be a memorable one in Mahesh’s career. Director SeenuVytla has made another complete entertaining film titled ‘Dookudu’. Mahesh has experimented with his role and adapted a complete different Body Language and this time, it worked. I am over whelmed seeing the response the film has been getting. I have been receiving the critical acclaim for the Music composed and particularly ‘PoovaiPoovai’, ‘Guruvaaram’, ‘Nee Dookudu’ are being appreciated. This success has given me a joy to work more and get more appreciation. From ‘Kick’ to ‘Dookudu’, Journey in T – Town Though it may not appear, but my journey as a Music director itself has been a roller coaster ride. Though maximum number of films I have composed music for are a big success and till date I am getting some good offers, it was easy for me to be what I am today. I started off as an artist and have done Shankar’s ‘Boys’. But, prior to this, since the age of 8, I was into music and worked under some well noted music directors. It was director Shankar, who has recognized my worth as a Music director and has given me first opportunity to compose music for ‘Eeram’ that has been released as ‘Vishali’ recently. Of course, once the film makers started knowing my work, there was no looking back for me. But, till date each song I compose will be like the first time I am composing the music for. The same involvement, the same enjoyment and the same passion towards music that is making me sustain in this industry. About the rumors of composing monotonous music Every music director has his own style and giving the music for a particular narrated situation. So do i. it is quiet common that some of my tunes resemble to that of the composition earlier done by me. But, it so happens with every music composer. Rather than comparing, why don’t some people enjoy the music? It is just that how to I compose, my team packages the music. Similarities are always there. I would instead call it as a ‘My Kind of Style’. However, no film maker is innocent enough to hire a music composer and get same old tunes. People should know what they are speaking before they bitch about others. Future projects I am composing the music for Mahesh’s another film with director PuriJagannath, ‘The Businessman’. I am more than happy to compose music for Mahesh, continuously for the second time. Director Puriis an amazing person and has a clear picture of what he wants from all the other technicians. He knows what he is doing and a gutsy director to admit even if he makes a mistake by making any film, that does not manage to entertain the audience. I am sure, just like ‘Dookudu’, Mahesh’s ‘The Businessman’ also would win the audience heart. Music for you It means my breath. Since I have known this World, I have known Music. It is a reason to live and makes you distressed no matter what. I compose each and every song, imagining me listening to it as a common man. I will be doing the same even in near future. Music has made me what I am. I am glad that I chose music as my profession and making audience happy listening to my compositions. Any plans to get into B – Town I don’t plan anything. I just take it and move ahead each and every step, in my life. As of now, I am totally packed up with T – Town and K – Town projects. I need to give some more good music for all these good films. But yes, if an opportunity comes, there is no language barrier for Music. I would take up the offers from B – Town as well. But, South film industry would be my priority as it has given my all the name and fame, that I am enjoying today. Advice for aspiring music directors I don’t believing in adivicing some one. Each of us is matured enough and knows what are doing. So, do it putting your entire soul into it and success would follow your way.And yes, nothing is possible to handle single handed. When it comes to music, putting all the notes in place and the sounding of the composition is also more important. All this would be done by a team of skilled people. So, work in a team and never forget to respect them as well, without whom you are not complete. Well, expecting some more ‘mesmerizing’ music from this Music Director!
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‘I am here to do Good Work’ – Panchi Bora September 27, 2011 16:33
There are n numbers of Heroines, who have made it big on Silver Screen, from travelling towards small screen to Silver Screen. To name with, Prachi Desai of ‘Rock On’ fame is a best example to quote. Another beautiful actress, who has started her acting career in Ekta Kapoor’s Television Venture and tried her luck as a heroine in a T – Town film, ‘Aakasame Haddu’, Panchi Bora, talks more about the film and herself; I am here to work Acting was never my second option. I hail from a family where no one are related to films or acting. Since Childhood, always I thought of what would be future, acting is only one domain that has come to my mind. Initially, it was a bit difficult to make my parents agree to accept my decision to take acting as a profession. But, after a couple of time, seeing my dedication towards the profession, they supported me. Till date, to which ever shoot or promotional event I go, my mom makes sure that she is with me. So, I am here to ‘only’ work and doo as many as good films and Television Ventures as I can. I am only keen in accepting those roles that have a lot of scope for performance. From T.V. to ‘Aakasame Haddu’ Initially, like any other new comer, I have made my debut in modeling, accepted certain commercials and then looked upon acting in the Television Venture of Ekta Kapoor. I have done a Daily Serial that aired in Star plus for more than a year. It fared well. But, I always wanted to explore the Silver Screen. So, just like an opportunity has come my way, the film makers of ‘Aakasame Haddu’ have seen my photographs through a Model coordinator, auditioned me for the role and I landed up playing the female lead in this ‘sensible’ film. More about the film ‘Aakasame Haddu’ discusses about today’s ‘meaning’ for ‘love’ and ‘relationships’ that has changed their identity and almost all the youngsters today are using these terms for their own benefits. The movie released recently, is getting a lot of critical acclaim and n number of Youth audience as well as some set of matured audience are keen in watching the film. I am happy that I go to play a role that I can recall for a life time, right in my debut film. I am looking forward to do more interesting work like this. I am looking forward the film to complete its 100 days of successful running. About getting in B – Town I believe for an artist, language should not be a barrier. You should be able to understand the meaning of the sequence, dialogues and emote the expressions, accordingly. You should also have a amazing rapport with your co – stars as well. In this scenario, I would say, the T – Town film industry is much comfortable to work with. People over here are very understanding, caring and good to work with. I don’t aspire to succeed in any particular industry as such. As far as I am getting well acclaimed roles and good work, I am open to work with any industry and in any language. About limitations As far as the roles and acting in them is concerned, I have no limitations at all. Be it a negative shaded role or a bubbly role or a matured woman’s role or a heroine centric film, I am ready to work. But, I am not so comfortable in wearing all those revealing clothes, on screen intimacy sequences, lip locks and bikini’s. End of the day, when I am watching my film along with my friends and family, I should not end up in an awkward situation. So, I would do nothing that would hurt myself respect and in turn my family’s reputation. ‘A heroine with a sensibility’, after listening to Panchi’s experience, one can for sure say this. Hope, unlike many other heroines, Panchi continuous to remain to her rules set!
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Interview with R.K September 23, 2011 16:14
The ‘Mama’ of Hyderabad. The Guy with complete ‘Tough’ looks and the roles he have done also highlight the same. But, he was never a complete bad guy. He, with his roles once again proved that all bad guys have such soft corner in their lives, through his roles. He is none other than, Actor – Film maker, R.K., the ‘Hyderabad Nawabs’, ‘AndariBandhuvaya’ fame, who successfully produced and did some roles in these films. R.K. has also entertained the audience with his latest release ‘Vara Prasad V/S Potti Prasad’. A quick chit chat with R.K; Being a Producer: Passion towards films and a thought to entertain the audience made me come to this field. My first two films, the series of ‘Hyderabad Nawabs’, were a very big commercial success. I just wanted to make people laugh, by showcasing the same they see every day in their Hyderabad, on silver screen. And this worked out. But, later, I started thinking I should make a message oriented film. Cinema is definitely the medium of entertainment. But, it has to make people think as well, apart from getting entertained. This thought made me produce a meaningful film, ‘AndariBandhyvaya’, directed by my Childhood friend ‘AaNaluguru’ fame Chandra Siddartha. The Movie, released between lot of speculations turned out to be a decent success and yes, I was satisfied as a film maker. This film made me experience the joy of being a proper actor as I had a chance to do a key role in the film as well. Particularly the Climax sequence in this film, turned out to be a highlight. It has been close to two years this film released, and even today people talk about the film and this is an achievement. All credit to my friend, director Chandra Siddarth. As an Actor: Right from acting in my first three production ventures, ‘Hyderabad Nawabs’, ‘Angrez’ and ‘AndariBandhuvaya’, I have always played the roles that appeared to be a role of a Villain, but used to have a message at the end. It is not that I want to do only certain type of roles, neither have I believed in ‘image’ trap. I consider myself as a film maker and acting has always been my passion. So, any role that has an importance in the story of the film comes to me, I am ready to take up. So, I did a role in the recent release complete comedy flick ‘Vara Prasad V/S Potti Prasad’. The film, released on September 17th, is running successfully and people are appreciating my work in the film. Telugu Cinema has got n number of great artists, to be being one among them and to be known by people is a goal. And also to produce some entertaining and message oriented films as well, that of course would be convincing to the audience. Telugu Cinema today: Has become more unpredictable. It is more the genre of commercial cinema that is ruling the industry today. considering the percentage of audience prefer to watch commercial films that includes a well noted star cast, for any film maker, even to think about experimenting with the story of the film has become a difficult task. Because for a film maker, the moment he thinks of making a film, he has to consider the success ratio, the market, the buyers and the profit factors that are related with the film. So, as a result not many subject oriented films are coming up. But, I say it is not his factor of money, but passion towards making a meaningful film, drives the film maker to do the same. You can always make a complete effort of projecting a sensible film and for sure the audience would watch the same. It is just that you should know with what you are doing with your film and how the takeoff of the story is. After that, the success has to follow. A thought that makes me think: World and people today have become very materialistic. We are living a life, but with no life. we are so busy with our own lives that we don’t even care to look at lending a helping hand to others. This way, we have to sit back and think where we are going. We are making a good amount of development, but diminishing when it comes to human values, each day. This thought itself, inspired me to produce a critically acclaimed film like ‘AndariBandhuvaya’, that was recognized by the audience as well as appreciate with n number of state and well known Awards. No matter I do not earn oodles of money being a film maker, but every now and then I promise of making films like this. End of the day, I only have one motto, our thought process should change for a better and I would be inculcating the same with my films.
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A Usual Director with an unusual approach September 21, 2011 18:15
Probably two weeks ago, a film titled ‘Nenu Nanna Abaddham’, released in Hyderabad and all other centers throughout Andhra Pradesh. The Movie, Starring not so well noted Hero, and a new comer as a Heroine, released with absolute no expectations. As every Good work talks, even this film has completed its second week of releasing and running successfully. Well, this is what we call how profitable it would be for the film makers to produce an less than average budget film and enjoy the success of it. More than anyone, all the appreciation goes to the creator of the film, Debutant Director Govind Varaha, who has made ‘Nenu Nanna Abhaddam’ a worth watching film. Let’s know more what this director has to say about him, the film and his Journey as a director; Being a part of this industryIt has been very tough for me to sustain all these years in this industry and able to see my name on silver screen as a director of a film. Initial stages of my career were very tough. My aspiration and only aim in life is to become a director and for this I had to struggle a lot. Somehow, I managed to join as a assistant of director Karunakaran and this association has helped to a major extent. I consider Karunakaran as my ‘Guru’ and Dasari Narayana Rao has been my inspiration of my life. Today, Dasari Garu, after watching ‘Nenu Nanna Abhaddam’, ahs complemented on my work and that itself is a ‘Osca’ recognition for me. ‘Nenu Nanna Abhaddam’It is a complete feel good film that revolves around a adolescent couple residing in a Village. Like any other two teenagers, even this couple fall in love with each other. The rich - poor factor dominates their love and they decide to elope. But, I have tried projecting what happens after this couple takes this ‘big’ decision to live life their own. And yes, this has worked positive. The movie, released on September 9th has been getting good reviews each day and today the movie is considered to be a good success, satisfying the film maker too. Hero – Heroine of the filmWhen I was done with the story and the pre production work of my first film as a director, I did not found any film maker or a Hero who could trust me and let me direct the film. In my search, I met Nandu, the Hero of the film. He was so very impressed with the script that he immediately agreed to do the film and introduced me to the producers of the film. And later on, everything happened as planned.As far as selecting the female lead in the film, I wanted to introduce a new face who has looks and extra ordinary performance skills. I remember the girl who played Young Arundhati, in the film ‘Arundhati’. So, I approached Divya Nagesh. Though she is too young to become a heroine, she suited the hero of the film and the character as well. So, there were no second thoughts. On the success of the filmLike any other director, even I was very nervous before the release of the film and on the first day of release as well. No doubt I am confident on my making. But, it is only a unpredictable thought as how would the audience would receive the film. Moreover, there is no well known actor in either of the lead roles. For the film to be successful the audience has to watch it and through the mouth publicity, the talk about the film would spread from one to another. I am thankful to each and every audience, who has made this film a success. Future projectsI am working on a script now. As I have made my directorial debut directing a complete love entertainer, I just want to experiment with my second film. The chances of the film going to go on – location from November 2011 are high. The rest of the details of the cast and crew and the other technical team will be announced soon.By Govind Varahaa’s experiences, it is once again proved, not every high budget film will be a success, not every average budget film, will be a flop.
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‘I don’t plan things’ Nitya Menon September 13, 2011 15:52
She is an apt meaning for a heroine, becoming a star overnight. She is good looking, not with a perfect figure and a height, but with her performance in the debut film itself and the extra ordinary way of her to carry her personality, made her a most wanted name in T – Town. Though, simultaneously doing films in her mother tongue ‘Malayalam’, this Actress is not been seen these days in T –Town. Any particular reason? Let’s listen from Nitya Menon herself; Never wanted to be an actress I was never keen in getting into films. I was always passionate of being Journalism. I have also done a course in Journalism. But, I happened to meet Nandini Reddy, who insisted that I should try out acting. Initially, I was not up for the decision. But, later, I thought, why don’t I give it a try. If it works, well and good, otherwise there is always an option for me to get back to Journalism. So, that’s how ‘Ala Modalaindi’ happened and later, I have been getting offers from Malayalam film industry. I have done some rewarding films over there to name with ‘Urimi’, ‘Anwar’, that are familiar to the T –T own audience as well. Language, not a barrier for me Whether it is a Telugu or Tamil or Malayalam, unless and until I understand the language, able to emote the right expressions and to tell the dialogues, I am not keen in which language I am succeeding as a actress. I am only concerned about doing some good roles, like ‘Ala Modalaindi’, that make me remembered as an actress, even after certain time. Unless and until I am satisfied with the role, I just don’t agree doing a film, just to get some work and money. The day I am being asked to compromise on the role and asked to do some formula heroine role like in any commercial hero centric film, and then I prefer quitting the industry. I have no clue why I am not doing work in T –Town It is not that I have not got the offers. There have been n numbers of film makers, who have approached me to cast in their films, post the success of ‘Ala Modalaindi’. But, as I said you, I am looking at showing variation in every film I do. I do not want to restrict myself doing same old roles in 100 other films. But, I am happy doing different roles in each film; no matter I end up doing some handful films in my entire acting career. That is the reason, I am doing a film ‘Ishq’ in Telugu as of now. About ‘Ishq’ As the name itself suggests, this film is a complete love – action entertainer. Apart from hero of the film Nitin, I have a very interesting role to play in the film, that is equal to that of the Hero of the film. The shooting of the film is almost completed and I am looking forward to the release of the film that will for sure entertain the audience. I don’t repent doing ‘Sega’ Just because the film I have done, did not work well at the Box office, I don’t end up regretting about my decision. Even today I say ‘Sega’ is a very beautiful film that has been made by Anjana. But, yes, it has not been accepted by the audience. but, this is very common in the film industry. It is so natural that, many times the unexpected would happen. So did in the case of ‘Sega’. But, no regrets for me. Right from my first film, to ‘180’ to ‘Sega’, I have done a quality work and hope to do the same in near future too. About speaking on Prabhas Oh God! Hope you people still do not forget the incident. It just a accident and nothing more. As I am new to the industry and I do not remember the names of all the heroes I was not able to recollect the same and ended up asking ‘Who is Prabhad’, when media asked me if I would act with him. Now, what is so wrong in this to be made a issue out of the same? Now, I and Prabhas know each other very well and Prabhas also does not seem to be having any issues of what I have said. Mistakes are bound to happen. Please do not exaggerate them and make an issue out of every small statement made. Am I seeing ‘Nani’? Now, this is another rumor. Just because I and Nani move close with each other and just because we have done two films together that does not mean that I am seeing him. He is a very good friend of mine and most important we are of more or less same age group and at the same stage of our careers so we jell along well. And moreover, if I am seeing anyone, I feel there is no necessity to hide the same. As of now, I am single. I don’t plan I don’t plan my future and hence, I can’t tell you what are my future plans. I go as and when the life takes me. Yes, I do work on doing good films and nothing more. I believe in living the moment and in a perfect way. That’s it!
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‘I am not here to answer any one’ – Navadeep September 09, 2011 11:17
He is an Actor, who has managed to create his identity in the industry without any support and completely on his Acting skills and ability to enact any role with an ease. Be it a careless teenager ka role in ‘Gautam S.S.C’ or a negative shades ka role in ‘Arya – 2’, he has proved his worth as an Actor. Navdeep’s another film ‘Aakasame Haddu’ is released today. Let’s see what this Actor has to say about his career, films, and future; I am here to do good work I made my debut in the film industry, out of passion for films and to prove ‘Yes, even I can act’. It was always my dream to be a recognized actor in the Telugu Cinema and I am more than happy that people recognize me today, after 5+ years of my acting career in the industry. The day I have stepped into this industry, I have decided I would not restrict myself to play only certain set of characters. I am here to do good work and sustain as a good actor in this industry. Now, weather it is a negative shaded role or a commercial hero’s character or a comic touch role, end of the day a Cinema is nothing but a medium to get entertained. As far as audience finds me entertaining, I am here. A Rewind of my career I really do not understand how these 5 years have already completed. Initially, I was completely on my own of doing or not doing a film, accepting or rejecting the role and I have made some wonders and many blunders in accepting the roles. But, no regrets. This is completely a life that has been made by me, with no support. Yes, I do thank Teja Garu, for recognizing the Actor in me and giving a life for me by casting me in ‘Jai’. This film, though was not a commercial success, helped me in making my identity in the industry and then many offers followed in. films like ‘Manasu Maata Vinadu’, ‘Gautam S.S.C’, ‘Arya – 2’ have proved me as an Actor. Within 5 years of span, I have experimented with much variety of roles. Even in Tamil film industry, I have done some worth mentioning roles. I might not be a super star and I neither want to be. I am recognized as an Actor and any film maker who is looking for a actor who can do a challenging role is approaching me today. I feel more than satisfied with this improvement of my career. No ‘Image’ I am lucky that I am not involved in any ‘Image’ tag, of categorizing me to only certain set of roles. I have done n number of characters in many films and this helped me to get more work and more sustainability in the industry. Moving further, I really do not want to get involved in any ‘image’ tag. I want to do a hero role, a comedy hero role, a negative shaded character and experiment with all the characters that come my way. About ‘Aakasame haddu’ These days there are many films after watching the same, we would be in a dilemma that, what the director actually wants to say. The connect and the clarity in the films is missing. But, ‘Akasame Haddu’ is a film that has lots of entertainment along with the message in it. The film is clear and does not disappoint the audience. I feel this role has completely satisfied me as a Actor. The film, released today, and I am sure this will be a definite success, just like the music of the film. I share a screen space with another hero in the film Rajeev and heroine Panchi Bora. We three have done our best job. ‘Chandamama’ the turning point For every actor there would be one film in his life that changes his career for a better. For me, it is definitely Krishna Vamsi’s ‘Chandamama’. The film actually projected my acting skills, and people have known that Navdeep can even give a complete entertaining performance, with this film. What else I can say, I am thankful to Krishna Vamsi, for giving this role and film to me. About link ups This is as common as getting a flop film. Whether you are successful or not, once you are in the news and people are recognizing you, then you being linked up with your co star has become very common. I have worked in certain good amount of films and almost all the heroines were of my age, so I being friendly with them and vice versa am so common. But, this is industry yaar, here being linked up for no reason, happens every now and then. I prefer not responding to the same. If I find someone special in my life, I have no qualms in disclosing the same.
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Following the foot prints of ‘Chandini’! September 03, 2011 14:57
By ‘Chandini’ I mean a heart throb of Indian Cinema, despite entering her 40’s still being in demand, and making her second innings in B – Town, with the film ‘English – Vinglish’, Actress Sridevi. I suppose right from when she has seen the World, she has been acting. Sridevi has acted in n number of films as a Child Artist, made her debut as a Heroine with ’16 Yella Vayasu’ when she was 14 years old and more than 3 decades, managed to be a super success heroine, both in South Indian Cinema and B – Town too. Now, another young girl is following the foot prints of Sridevi. Divya Nagesh who has done close to 50 films as a Child Artist was in fame when she appeared as a Small Arundhati in socio – fantasy flick ‘Arundhati’. People loved the performance and the looks of this girl. After a gap of close to a year, she has now become a Heroine, debuting with a film, titled, ‘Nenu, Nanna, Abhaddam’, that is scheduled for a release on 9th of September. Let’s know what this girl feels about films and more; I am here to do good work I have done close to 50 to 60 films and n number for Television Serials as a Child artist both in Telugu and Tamil languages. Thanks to Director Kodi Rama Krishna and the Producer Shyam Prasad Reddy, of ‘Arundhathi’ who have given me such a powerful role in the film. There was no looking back after this film. I always wanted to become a heroine, but wanted to take some more time. When the director of ‘Nenu Nanna Abhaddam’ approached me with the story, I could not say ‘no’ to such a beautiful script and I have ended up making a debut at the age of 15 years. But, I feel I have taken a correct decision of making a debut as a heroine so early. It is not the age, but the looks and the script that matters and I feel I have done justice to all the factors. I am here to do good work and quality films. About Lip Locks and Skin show I was always been open to do quality films and performance oriented roles. But, I am very against for all those lip locks and skin show in the films. Even if it is a role of a Heroine, it is not necessary for unnecessary Skin show. I am here to do only those roles that elevates me as an actress and not as a Glam doll. If any day I am asked to compromise on my rule set, I would better quit films and explore other phases of Media. About Nenu Nanna Abhaddam The Movie has come out very well. It is a film that can be viewed by all set of audience irrespective of age and gender and so called class. Hero of the film, Nandu has also done a very fantastic job. We are very confident that the film would turn out to be a very good success. The music, the taking and the climax have come out very well and are the USPs of the film. About future I have been getting couple of offers from Tamil film industry as well, and will soon accept a film too. As far as Telugu, I am reading some scripts now, and will finalize on a good script again, soon. I have given by 10th Exams, and looking forward to explore in the Education field as well. I am like any other teenage girl, who believes in living each moment of the life. But, yes, one difference is that I am already in a Career of Acting. Well, let’s hope this Young Heroine would succeed in the film Industry and would live up to her aim of doing some good work.
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‘I am in love with Comedy’ – Avasaraala Srinivas August 23, 2011 12:30
‘I am in love with Comedy’ – Avasaraala Srinivas All those who has seen and enjoyed watching Indraganti Mohan Krishna’s directorial ‘Asta Chamma’, enjoyed Avasaraala Srinivas’s comedy, his tall and lean body language and his facial expressions, his performance skills, apart from the other star cast ka performance and the story of the film. Soon, this Actor has become a wanted for many film makers. And this made Srinivas to continuously act in films such as ‘Saradaaga Kaasepu’ a Vamsi Directorial and the recent release V.N. Aditya’s directorial ‘Mugguru’ that is produced by Movie Moughal Dr. D. Rama Naidu. With his way towards every step of success, right from holding a Job in an MNC in America to being an Actor for that matter an entertainer in Telugu Cinema, Avasaraala Srinivas has come a very long way. Read further, to what this young actor has to say about his Journey in Telugu Cinema, about his passion, future plans and about his recent release ‘Mugguru’; ‘Mugguru’ a lovable film I am glad that I am a part of one of the biggest projects, ‘Mugguru’ that has released on August 19th. The film, directed by one of the well known director of T – Town V.N. Aditya Sir. Movie Moughal Dr. D. Rama Naidu produced this film. What more an Actor like me would look for. ‘Mugguru’ has been made and released with the intention to entertain the audience who come to theaters to forget all their problems and enjoy watching the film. I feel, Me, Navadeep and Rahul have worked very hard to make our acting skills work positive for the film. The Movie is getting mixed reviews as of now. But, there are many others who are positive about the film. We are sure that the film will soon get into many audience mind, and turn out to be a block buster, because it is based on Comedy. Comedy is one such jorner that no matter what never turns out to be a flop, if worked out with a perfect timing. And we all Artists have done everything to entertain the audience. And moreover, the USP of the film being Bramhanandam, who is an Veteran Comedian, there is no chance of the film being a non entertainer. From a Corporate to ‘Asta Chamma’, a long Journey I am glad that, it did not take much of a time for me to settle down as an Actor in this industry. It is not that Acting has come my way just like that. I always wanted to be an Actor. I have also done a Diploma in Theater Arts in America, apart from working. When I have come to know, director Indraganti Mohan Krishna is looking for some new faces in his debutant film ‘Ashta Chamma’, I have tried my luck by giving auditions and as a result, ‘Ashta Chamma’ has worked positive for me. may be the type of character I have played in this film, the role being so very entertaining, everyone remembered even me apart from the other leads in the film, that in turn got me all the offers and the image on which I am stable today. Comedy, My Passion Many ask me, if given chance weather I would transform myself into a complete Hero ka image. But, I am totally passionate about Comedy and prefer only excelling in only this jorner. Yes, if given a chance I would always try doing many other jorner roles too, but Comedy would be my first priority. I am here to do more and more films, not to create any image for me, that would in turn become a hurdle for my career. Family support Initially, like any other worried parents, even my parents were not in favor of me quitting my job and joining films. But, I was pretty confident about serving my passion. But once I became successful, even they started believing in me now. And thanks to my elder brother, who has always been supportive and till date, makes sure he would be beside me, whenever I need him. I wish to do more and more films and in turn earn more success, so that the believe that my family kept on me would turn out to be positive. Directorial debut I have studied about direction and all the departments of making a film, as a part of my Diploma Course. Yes, I do have plans to make films. But, not in next couple of years atleast. Let me first establish myself as an Actor. Then I will look forward to direct the film. and yes, even if I tend to become an director, even then I will look forward to make entertaining films, as I enjoy watching them as an audience and prefer making those films to make many other people enjoy. Well, it is good to see that Actors like Avasaraala Srinivas are looking forward to establish their career as Actors, with no god father for them and only acting talent being a Soul. And yes, this is more than enough.
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‘I am here to do quality films’ – Aksha August 17, 2011 15:19
She is Hot, she is beautiful, she is a good performer, though a non Telugu speaking actress manages to tell all the dialogues with proper expressions in Telugu itself. And what more any film maker would expect from his Heroine to do. This is more than enough and Aksha proved that she is one such Actress, who has all the required qualities of a perfect Heroine. And no wonder, not even a single film opposite a single Big Actor before, Ashka appeared playing a lead role in Santosh Srinivas directorial, Ram’s ‘Kandireega’. Aksha got equal amount of good reviews infact more than the main female lead of the film Hansika. Aksha, more than happy about the success of the film, talks more about ‘Kandireega’, and her association with Telugu films; I was amused to sign ‘Kandireega’ One find day, I get a call from the film maker Bellamkonda Suresh’s office, asking me to come for a audition for a role in Ram’s ‘Kandireega’. I thought why I don’t try out the same. As a result, director of the film, Santosh Srinivas offered me a key role in the film that is in fact more important than the first heroine Hansika’s role. My role requires a lot of drama to do on screen, lot of expressions to emote, and lot of variations to be showcased while enacting the character. I was very nervous to accept this role. Infact, I have asked the director of the film, Santosh ji to re – think on the decision for choosing me to do this role. But, thanks to the confidence he has on me, I only ended up doing the role. Today, the entire T – Town has recognized my caliber as an actress, and all credit goes to Santosh ji, who always had confidence on me, was patient enough to explain the importance of each and every expression that was asked to give by me and in turn how important is my character in the film. ‘Kandireega’s result satisfied me as an actress and I am looking forward to do more roles like this. Ram, a Sweet Heart I would definitely thank Ram for being a perfect co star. In fact he was very supportive, giving equal space to his entire co star. He is only considered about the success and good output of the film, not bothering any ‘image’ factor. He is an amazing Dancer, handsome hunk, excellent Actor, perfect co star and most important a good human being. He never had that complex of being a star Hero, used to gel well with all his co stars. I am looking forward to work in more films with Ram. Ram definitely has a long way to go in the industry. Hansika, not much to talk Well, I can’t talk about the role of Hansika and neither can compare my role with her. After started working in the film, I understood how lovely it is to play a role. Had been offered the role of Hansika, I would definitely re – think on doing the same. I am in love with my character in the film. And Hansika plays a sweet, lovely girl in the film. As per the story, she does not have much on per plate to experiment with her role. But, would like to say one thing, Hansika is a professional artist, who is only considered about her work and does not take any further. I need to learn this quality of her’s. I am here to do quality work There are many films that have come my way, but, I am here to do quality films and not any other films that come to me. Even I have done some mistakes in choosing films in the initial stages of my career apart from certain films like ‘Yuvatha’ and ‘Ride’, but not anymore. ‘kandireega’ has given me a plat form, now it is in my end how to make the use of this opportunity. I am 19 years old now, and aspire to have a long way to go in the industry. Here after, I will be careful in accepting the roles. The day I am asked to do some filthy role, with no other option left, I would instead prefer quitting the field rather than compromising on my work. Finally, I once again thank all the audience for making the film a block buster success and the entire crew of ‘Kandireega’ for making me eligible enough to be a part of this film.
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