Rajini says yes to Chandramukhi-2

Rajinikanth will surely feature in the “Chandramukhi-2” which is said to be a sequel of 2005 hit “Chandramukhi”. The sequel of this movie is already in the making in Kannada and is now going to be made in Tamil from next year. The proposal of playing the lead in this movie was kept in front of Rajini an fortnight ago by director Vasu.

Rajinikanth is inclined in playing the lead in this movie provided on three of his conditions. One condition is out and discloses that Vasu must complete this movie in a span of 3 months. 

The rest of the two conditions are under wraps and will be discussed with the media when appropriate time comes. Meanwhile, P. Vasu is busy with a bollywood project which will have Saif Ali khan in lead. Director Vasu made his directorial debut in bollywood with the movie “Hogi Pyar ki Jeeth” some years ago.

Dasara Bonanza

Tollywood film industry which is categorized as a third profitable film industries after Bollywood and Kollywood is offering a film bonanza in the coming Dasara Season. Many big banner movies are releasing in this September and the Telugu movie lovers are going to relish in this coming festive season. The following are the movies which are lined up in the release race.

On September 16th- “Eenadu” and “Banam” movies are releasing. “Eenadu” has Kamal Hassan and Venkatesh in lead and is remake of a bollywood movie with a powerful social subject. Ashwini Dutt’s daughter is producing the movie titled as “Banam” which has Narra Rohit (son of ex-cm Chandrababu Naidu’s brother's son) as a hero.  

On September 24th, three movies titled as “Shankham” , “Bendu Appa Rao” and “ Ganesh “ are releasing. “ Shankham” has actor Gopichand and actress Trisha in lead. Where as “Ganesh” has actor ram and actress Kajal in lead. “Bendu Appa Rao” has actor Allari Naresh in the lead and the movie will also have actress Kamna jethmalini as a glam doll. 

On September 25th, “Jaganmohini” which is a remake of Vittalacharya productions is releasing on grand scale and actress Namitha is the highlight and also the main lead in this movie. Actor Raja and Meera Chopra are also sharing the screen space with the big shapes actress. 

The last week of September will witness the release of the movie titled as “Kurradu” which is a remake of Tamil movie titled as “Polladhavan”. Actor Varun Sandesh is playing the lead in this movie. 

So, with a movie shower expected in the dasara season, one can expect a theatre packed crowds for all the movies which are shaped with some interesting subjects. 

But the main concern is the theatres which are only allotted to big banners and big heroes. Let’s see whether all the movies detailed above could hit the screens on the said day or week.

Mahatma Trailer

Mahatma Trailer: Trailer

Mahathma audio on september 19

The new movie ‘Mahathma’ has currently reached the final stages of its making and recently, the makers came out with the dates.

They have announced that the audio release of the film will be happening on the 19th of this month and they are looking at releasing the film on October 2nd on the eve of Gandhi Jayanthi.

This is the 100th film of family hero Srikanth and the director is the creative genius Krishna Vamsi. Srikanth is pairing up with the delicate beauty Bhavana who has got a glamorous role in this one and it is slated to be an entertainer but with a strong social message to the audience.

All the best for this one folks!!!

Slumdog kids Hollywood journey again

Like silver lining, the news of another Hollywood project to Azhar Ismail’s family came as a blessing. The child actor of ‘Slumdog Millionaire (SM)’ Azhar Ismail had lost his father recently, owing to tuberculosis.

Now the kid has been approached by the makers of an international movie, titled 'Lord Owen's Lady'. Along with Azhar, his SM co-star, Rubina Ali too has been signed on. The film is based on a Welsh nobleman who falls in love with an Indian girl and sources say that well-known actor Sir Anthony Hopkins would be a part of this one. The movie is going to be shot in Wales and India.

On learning about his father’s demise, Martin Pennell the Executive Producer conveyed his condolence to Azhar and hoped this incident wouldn’t mar the child’s Hollywood career.

Mahatma trailer launched

Srikanth’s 100th film, Mahatma, under Krishna Vamsi’s direction is getting ready for release. The film is being produced by CR Manohar under Golden Lion Films banner. The theatrical trailer was launched on Monday, the September 7th at Film Nagar Cultural Centre, Hyderabad. Srikanth, Krishna Vamsi, producer CR Manohar, Paruchuri Brothers, etc., were a few prominent persons in the event.

Addressing the gathering Srikanth said, “When I approached Krishna Vamsi to direct my 100th film, he said that he would definitely do but we have to wait for a good story. Paruchuri Brothers penned script for my 1st film and now again for my 100th film too. Today, I am very happy that my 100th film is being made with a strong subject and the title, ‘Mahatma’. Now to talk about the producer of this film, he is a politician as well as my good friend. The rapport between us has led to a quality film and I’m very confident about the film’s success”.

Krishna Vamsi while speaking, “I always direct a film with a purpose and for my self-satisfaction. I’ve directed 16 films so far, but this is the first time I’ve prepared a script for a hero with the support from Parachuri Brothers. Another important thing to be noted is that I got full support from the producer as well. That is one reason the film’s output is very good. We are planning to release the audio on September 19 and the film on October 2nd”.

Paruchuri Venkateswara Rao said, “When Krishna Vamsi told the storyline I was a little worried that it would turn into a documentary film. But this turned out to be an excellent film with violent hero turning into a non-violent person. This is the 1st time we have penned script for Krishna Vamsi’s film although we have acted in his films in the past. Like directors K Raghavendra Rao, B Gopal and Kodandarami Reddy, Krishna Vamsi too extracted from us to the maximum extent. ‘Mahatma’ will be a landmark in Srikanth’s career so as ‘Alluri Seetaramaraju’ for superstar Krishna, ‘Naa Desam’ for Late NTR and ‘Tagore’ for Chiranjeevi. We have penned script for Srikanth’s 1st film and now we got the opportunity in his 100th film. There is one lengthy dialogue on Mahatma Gandhiji which I am very sure will become popular and I am very confident about the film’s success too”.

“I am very happy to produce a film in Srikanth and Krishna Vamsi combination. I hope that this 100th film of Srikanth will run for 100 days successfully”, expressed producer CR Manohar.

Gopichand and Puri going to do Golimaar

Title for Gopichand and Puri Jagannadh’s film has been fixed. Like always, Puri Jagannadh has chosen a quirky and catchy title - Golimaar. Puri Jagannadh is currently directing Ek Niranjan with Prabhas and Kangana in the lead roles and soon after finishing it, he will move on to this Golimaar. It is expected to begin from November this year. Gopichand has also finished his work for his current film - Shankam but he will be waiting for Puri’s film as it would propel him into big league. 

Heroine and other cast are yet to be finalized. The film will be produced by Jagan. 

Prakash Raj got National Award

Popular actor Prakash Raj won the coveted Best Actor Award at National Awards. He won the award for his perfomance of a weaver in Kanjivaram, a Tamil film directed by Priyadarshan.  Shah Rukh Khan (for Chak De India) and Aamir Khan (for Taare Jameen Par) were in the race but Prakash Raj beat them finally. He has earlier won the best supporting actor award for his film "Iruvar" (or Iddaru in Telugu) in 1998 and a special jury award in 2003.

Kanjivaram has also been chosen as the Best Film for year 2007.

The national awards for year 2007 were announced today (September 7, 2009). The list had been finalized last week but because of the death of Andhra Pradesh chief minister YSR Reddy, the announcement was postponed.

Legendary filmmaker Adoor Gopalakrishnan bagged the Best Director award for his Malayalam film,Naalu Pennungal. This is 7th time that he won the national award.

Kannada actress Uma Shree bagged as Best Actress for her role in Kannada film - Gulabhi Talkies, directed by veteran director Girish Kasaravalli.

Chak De India has won the award in the wholesome entertainment category and Taare Zameen Parfor in the category of Best Family Viewing movie.