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Actress Mrunal Thakur’s ‘Hi Nanna’ style has become a social media trend as many fans have recreated her look from the film, which also stars Nani. Sporting an array of stunning looks, Mrunal’s traditional avatar in minimal cotton and linen sarees, adorned with a nose pin and bindi, has particularly caught the attention of fans.

The black saree ensemble has become a social media sensation, with enthusiasts recreating the look through numerous reels.

Acknowledging the overwhelming response, Mrunal expressed her gratitude to fans and said: “I am truly thankful for the love and affection showered upon me by my fans. It is their unwavering support that makes me feel beautiful on screen.”

“I am committed to spreading more love through my work and will continue to connect with my fans in meaningful ways.”

‘Hi Nanna’ is a Telugu-language romantic drama film directed by Shouryuv, who made a directorial...

Review Though 'Oke Oka Jeevitham' is a time-travel film, it steers clear of the science – it does not focus on the theories of time-travel or quantum physics or the concepts of time and space. Rather, it is a film about human emotions.Balakrishna GaneshanYouTube Screenshot from trailer of Oke Oka Jeevitham Time travel films are often complex and it requires a certain amount of courage and skill to attempt the genre, as it runs the risk of oversimplification or overcomplication. Taking up this mighty challenge, writer and director Shree Karthick has delivered Oke Oka Jeevitham. The film stars actors Sharwanand, Ritu Varma, Amala Akkineni, Vennela Kishore, Priyadarshi and Nasser in prominent roles. Though Oke Oka Jeevitham is a time-travel film, it steers clear of the science – it does not focus on the theories of time-travel, or invest any time in explaining quantum physics or the concepts of time and space.

ReviewThough the lead pair is likable together, they’re not really convincing as epic lovers like Radhe-Shyam, after whom the film is titled.Sowmya RajendranThere is a childlike simplicity to director Radha Krishna Kumar’s Radhe Shyam. It unfolds like a fairytale, mixing magical visuals and grandeur with the familiar tropes of eternal love, a damsel in distress, a tryst with destiny and a braveheart prince. To make all this look convincing in a Telugu film, Radha Krisha Kumar transports his cast to 1970s Italy, rich with old world charm and natural beauty. Vikramaditya (Prabhas) is a palmist who is known as the ‘Einstein of Palmistry’. To establish the validity of palmistry, we’re treated to the usual spiel on ancient Indians already being aware of astronomical discoveries that were made later with scientific equipment like the telescope. That this happens in the presence of little Brahmin boys and a...

Tollywood Helmed by Rahul Sankrityan, the film co-stars actors Krithi Shetty and Madonna Sebastian in the lead roles. Tnm StaffScreengrab/ YouTube The teaser of actors Nani, Sai Pallavi, Madonna Sebastian and Krithi Shetty’s upcoming film Shyam Singha Roy was unveiled on Thursday, November 18. The period drama is set in Kolkata. The teaser indicates that the theme of the film revolves around reincarnation. The film is scheduled to hit the big screen on December 24 in four languages including Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam and Kannada. The teaser opens with a voiceover that describes how women are being exploited. Nani appears as a social reformer and a writer, who challenges the practice. “Women are not anyone’s slave to be brought and imprisoned. Not even god’s,” Nani says in Bengali at one point in the teaser. Sai Pallavi is seen dancing in a temple. Clad in a red saree, Sai Pallavi sports a fierce look.

TollywoodThe new poster was released on August 30, marking the festival of Janmashtami Tnm StaffThe makers of actors Prabhas and Pooja Hegde’s upcoming period romantic drama Radhe Shyam shared a new poster on Monday, August 30, marking the festival of Krishna Janmashtami. The poster features Prabhas in a tuxedo while Pooja Hegde is spotted in a blue gown with a trail of peacock feathers behind her. She is seen playing the piano alongside an awestruck Prabhas looking at her. “As we celebrate Janmashtami, let Vikramaditya and Prerna teach you a new meaning of love! Here’s wishing you all a very Happy Janmashtami! (sic),” Pooja Hegde wrote on Instagram while sharing the poster. Helmed by filmmaker Radha Krishna Kumar, Radhe Shyam marks the first-time collaboration between Pooja Hegde and Prabhas. Interestingly, the film also marks Prabhas’s comeback as a romantic hero after nearly a decade. Radhe Shyam is scheduled to...

Tollywood'Radhe Shyam' was initially slated to hit the big screens on July 30.Tnm StaffThe release date of actors Prabhas and Pooja Hegde’s upcoming film Radhe Shyam was announced by the makers on Friday. The theatrical release of the movie, which was initially scheduled for this year, has been postponed to January 14 next year, coinciding with the Sankranti celebrations of 2022. Confirming the movie’s theatrical release, Prabhas wrote: “Can't wait for you all to watch my romantic saga, #RadheShyam, which has a brand-new release date - 14th January, 2022 worldwide! (sic).” Earlier the makers had announced that the movie would release on July 30 this year. Prabhas’s suited look in the new Radhe Shyam poster has gone viral. We also see astrological signs in the backdrop, which add to the suspense built by the makers about the movie’s plot. Touted to be based on the theme of reincarnation, Radhe Shyam...

TollywoodThe final schedule of ‘Radhe Shyam’, starring Prabhas and Pooja Hegde in the lead, began shooting on June 25 in Hyderabad. Tnm StaffFacebookThe Radhe Shyam team recently resumed shooting for the film in Hyderabad. The final schedule of the movie commenced on June 25. Actor Bhagyashree, who has been roped in to play a significant role in Radhe Shyam, took to Twitter to thank Prabhas for welcoming her to the sets of the movie with delicious Hyderabadi sweets. Thanking Prabhas for his kind gesture in a tweet posted on Thursday, July 1, the Maine Pyar Kiya fame actor wrote, “Another stack of the tasty hyderabadi sweets #pootharekulu. Thank you #Prabhas ... you spoil me (sic).” She also shared a behind-the-scenes photo from the sets, where she sports an elegant look in a saree. Sharing the black-and-white photo, Bhagyashree wrote, “Shoot shuru kare?#bts #RadheShaym #shootmode #shoot,” which translates to “Shall we start the shoot?...

TollywoodThe movie is being directed by Shree Karthick and bankrolled by Dream Warrior Pictures, which earlier produced the Tamil blockbuster, ‘Sulthan’ starring Karthi and Rashmika Mandanna. Tnm StaffIt has been revealed that Tollywood actor Sharwanand's 30th movie is to be titled Oke Oka Jeevitham. The production house, Dream Warrior Pictures, released a first look poster of the film on Monday, June 28. Actor Sharwanand took to Twitter to reveal the poster as well. He tweeted, “Presenting the first look of Sharwa 30 Oke Oka Jeevitham." The poster which shows the back of a man carrying a guitar case, hints at Sharwanand’s character being a musician and living in a very busy world. The movie is being directed by Shree Karthick and is being bankrolled by Dream Warrior Pictures, which earlier produced the Tamil blockbuster, Sulthan starring Karthi and Rashmika Mandanna. The dialogue for the movie has been written by Tharun...

TollywoodFilmmaker Radhe Krishna Kumar’s period romantic drama stars actors Pooja Hegde and Prabhas in the lead roles. Tnm StaffThe shooting for Pooja Hegde and Prabhas’s period romantic drama Radhe Shyam resumed on Friday. Actor Pooja Hegde took to Instagram stories on Monday to share with fans that Radhe Shyam has started rolling. The photo shared by the actor has been taken at an airport. The shooting for Radhe Shyam reportedly commenced at Hyderabad and the movie is said to be in the last leg of shoot. The movie was initially slated for theatrical release on July 30. The makers are yet to give updates about the release of the movie since many films skipped theatrical release due to the second wave of coronavirus and the pandemic induced lockdown. Helmed by filmmaker Radhe Krishna Kumar, Radhe Shyam is a period romantic drama that is based on the theme of reincarnation.

For Priyadarshi, In The Name Of God is undoubtedly a large vehicle. It allows him to scream, puke, mouth curse words, and break away from the hero’s friend stereotype in one go, but it’s not entirely a vehicle that has all of its parts in place. And its brakes don’t work.

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TollywoodThe equipment that has been donated was part of a hospital set constructed in a private studio in Hyderabad.Tnm StaffThe makers of actor Prabhas’s upcoming movie Radhe Shyam have stepped forward to contribute to Covid-19 relief by donating a hospital set which was used during the shooting of the film. According to Deccan Chronicle’s report, the hospital set contained around 50 custom beds, stretchers, PPE suits, medical equipment and oxygen cylinders. All the equipment has been donated to a private hospital in Hyderabad. The hospital set was constructed in a private studio in Hyderabad. Amid a rise in the number of Covid-19 cases across the country and owing to the rise in demand for medical equipment, the makers decided to contribute the equipment to a hospital. Confirming the news, Ravinder Reddy, who is on board as the production designer, told Deccan Chronicle, “These beds have been custom designed; they are big,...

Cinema Written and directed by debutant filmmaker Uday Gurrala, ‘Mail’ was released on Ott platform Aha in January this year. Tnm StaffHarshith Malgireddy and Mani Aegurla who star in the filmThe makers of Telugu comedy film Mail, which premiered on Telugu Ott platform Aha on January 12 this year, announced on Saturday that the film will be premiering at the New York Indian Film Festival. Sharing the news with fans on Twitter, production house Swapna Cinema wrote, “In these difficult times, sending a happy #Mail to the world. Catch our film at the New York Indian Film Festival starting June 4, 2021.” In these difficult times, sending a happy #Mail to the world. Catch our film at the New York Indian Film Festival starting June 4, 2021.#KambalapallyKathalu @priyadarshi_i #UdayGurrala @HarshithReddyM @RaviBommakanti9 @AegurlaMani @SwapnaCinema @ahavideoIN pic.twitter.com/QPGrYdG5n8 — Swapna Cinema (@SwapnaCinema) May 8, 2021 Comedy film Mail, which is also known as Kambalapally Kathalu Chapter 1: Mail,...

CinemaThough this may be a gloomy period owing to the pandemic, people can find some cheer with entertainment options online.Tnm StaffEven as Covid-19 cases are going up across the country and many states have once again reduced the occupancy in theatres, quite a few new films have come out on Over-the-Top (Ott) platforms this festive season. April marks the New Year in many states, including south India. Though this may be a gloomy period owing to the pandemic, people can find some cheer with entertainment options online. Here is a list of new south Indian releases on Ott platforms: Jathi Ratnalu Starring Naveen Polishetty, Rahul Ramakrishna and Priyadarshi, this Telugu comedy was a blockbuster theatrical release. Directed by Anudeep, the film follows the story of three young men who go from a small town to Hyderabad. It is streaming on Amazon Prime Video. Joji A crime drama directed by Dileesh Pothan,...

TollywoodCelebrating the spirit of love, the new poster starring Prabhas was released on Tuesday marking the festival of Ugadi. Tnm StaffInstagram/PrabhasPopular Tollywood actor Prabhas took to social media on Tuesday to share a new poster from his upcoming romantic drama Radhe Shyam. Featuring a charming photo of the lead actor Prabhas, the new poster was posted to wish fans for Ugadi (Telugu and Kannada New Year). The poster also carries a quote that states “many festivals, one love,” celebrating the spirit of unity and love. Prabhas sports a retro look in a brown coloured high-neck T-shirt and checkered pants. He is seen smiling and leaning on a pillar. Sharing the new poster, Prabhas wrote, “One binding factor of the celebrations of these beautiful festivals is Love. Feel it. Cherish it. Spread it. Wishing you and your loved ones a very Happy Ugadi, Gudi Padwa, Baisakhi, Vishu, Puthandu, Jur Sital,...

InterviewThe comedy, which is about three young men from Jogipet and their misadventures in Hyderabad, is a laugh riot that has become hugely popular with viewers. Subhash K JhaScreengrabAfter setting the box-office on fire, Naveen Polishetty's Jathi Ratnalu released on Amazon Prime Video a few days ago, charming new audiences across the world. The comedy, which is about three young men from Jogipet and their misadventures in Hyderabad, is a laugh riot that has become hugely popular with viewers. The film is directed by Anudeep. In an interview, Naveen speaks about the response to the film, and how it has impacted his life. Naveen, were you surprised by the magnitude of the success of Jathi Ratnalu? Was I surprised? No, not really. We were supposed to release this film in the summer of 2020. The only reason we waited for so long and did not go for the Ott option...

Tollywood‘Jathi Ratnalu’ had a theatrical release on March 11 and was a box office hit.Tnm StaffJathi Ratnalu, the recent Tollywood blockbuster, is all set to be released on the Ott platform Amazon Prime Video on April 11. The film, which was released in theatres on March 11, was a hit at the box office despite the fear of the coronavirus in the air. Jathi Ratnalu has Naveen Polishetty, Faria Abdullah, Priyadarshi and Rahul Ramakrishna in the lead roles. This movie marks Mahanati director Nag Ashwin’s first venture as a producer, and the film was bankrolled by Swapna Cinemas. As a surprise for fans, Jathi Ratnalu also has Keerthy Suresh and Vijay Devarakonda in cameo roles. The makers of the film also released some deleted scenes from the movie, which have been widely shared on social media. These scenes come almost as missing pieces in the film, as viewers had noticed...

Tollywood Tnm spoke to the team behind the extensive promotions for the film, which is having a successful run in theatres across India and overseas.Jahnavi ReddyTwitter/Vyjayanthi MoviesTelugu comedy film Jathi Ratnalu, which released in theatres on March 12, has turned out to be a massive hit, showing in packed theatres through the weekend. Reports suggest that the film’s immense success is a significant milestone in the return of Telugu films and audiences to theatres, since the onset of the pandemic. The film, directed by Anudeep K V, has pulled Telugu audiences to theatres not just in the metros and districts of the Telugu states, but across the country and even overseas. While reviews and audience reactions have almost unanimously declared the film a non-stop laugh riot, the team of Jathi Ratnalu had managed to create and sustain anticipation among audiences for weeks before the film’s release, and...

TollywoodFans were thrilled by Prabhas’s new look in the trailer launch video of the Naveen Polishetty, Priyadarshi and Rahul Ramakrishna starrer.Tnm StaffScreengrab from trailer launch videoTollywood actor Prabhas launched the trailer of upcoming Telugu movie, Jathi Ratnalu. The video of the actor unveiling the trailer was uploaded on Thursday. Director Anudeep along with Naveen Polishetty, Priyadarshi and Faria Abdullah met Prabhas at Mumbai and recorded the trailer launch. After watching the video, Prabhas said that the trailer was a laugh riot and added that it would be suitable for a family audience. Watch the trailer here: The teaser of Jathi Ratnalu tracks the lives of three men who end up in jail and attempt to carve a new path for themselves. The comical and edgy dialogues in the teaser coupled with peppy background score, indicates that the film will be jam-packed with entertaining scenes. Apart from featuring Naveen Polishetty,...

TollywoodA sports drama, ‘A1 Express’ marks actor Sundeep’s 25th film.Tnm StaffScreengrabThe Sundeep Kishan and Lavanya Tripathi starrer A1 Express will hit the big screens on March 5. The makers of the film announced the release date on Monday. The film was initially slated for release on February 26 but will premiere in theatres on March 5 instead. “Tfi’s 1st Hockey Film & the Debut of 14 young technicians ... Presenting to you my most confident film to date. #A1Express on 5th March. Experience the Madness on the Big Screen,” Sundeep Kishan wrote while sharing the news on Twitter. Tfi ‘s 1st Hockey Film & the Debut of 14 young technicians ...❤️ Presenting to you my most confident film to date #A1Express on 5th March Experience the Madness on the Big Screen #Dennis @Itslavanya @hiphoptamizha @Kavin_raj15 @AAArtsOfficial @peoplemediafcy @TalkiesV pic.twitter.com/RLpJlPKDX9 — A1 Express on 5th March (@sundeepkishan) February 21, 2021 Shooting for the movie...

TollywoodThe glimpse shows parts of the film set in Europe in the early 20th century.Digital NativeYouTube/Uv CreationsThe makers of Prabhas and Pooja Hegde starrer Radhe Shyam have dropped a sweet treat for its fans on Valentine’s Day. A glimpse of the upcoming period romantic drama was released on Sunday, along with the film's release date. The film is set to hit the screens on July 30, 2021. The glimpse video opens in Italy where the film was predominantly shot. With melodious background music scored by composer Justin Prabhakaran playing, we see Prabhas trying to woo Pooja Hedge and saying a couple of lines in Italian. The scene appears to be set in a train station in early 20th century Europe. Watch the Telugu glimpse of Radhe Shyam: Pooja and Prabhas are also seen comparing their romance to that of Romeo and Juliet, with Prabhas’s character proclaiming that he would never die for love.

TollywoodMithoon will be composing two songs for the movie and Manan Bhardwaj will compose one track.Digital NativeFile PhotoThe excitement surrounding Prabhas and Pooja Hegde starrer Radhe Shyam is at high and the makers are leaving no stone to build the hype around the movie. Directed by Kk Radha Krishna Kumar, the teaser of the movie is all set to be released on February 14, on the eve of Valentine's Day. The makers have now released a new update about the film. The makers have roped in two acclaimed music composers Mithoon and Manan Bhardwaj to compose the songs for the Hindi version of the film, while Justin Prabhakaran who was roped in last year will be composing songs for the southern versions. Welcome aboard @Mithoon11 @Manan_Bhardwaj @justin_tunes! ☺️ We cannot wait for you to weave your magic with some timeless melodies for #RadheShyam! Starring #Prabhas & @hegdepooja pic.twitter.com...

Tollywood The films portray experiences that a lot of ‘millennial’ Telugu audiences who watch films on digital platforms might recall with a tinge of nostalgia.Jahnavi ReddyScreenshot/Aha Video The year is 2005. A young man in rural Andhra is eager to learn about computers, but to his disappointment, the degree college in Kambalapally of Mahabubabad district does not offer a computer science course yet. When a brand new internet gaming centre comes to his village, the man, Ravi, treats the owner of the establishment and the sole computer there with deep fascination, and even reverence. This is the premise of Mail, an endearing Telugu film that released recently on the Ott platform Aha. The film transports the audience back to a time when the smartphone wasn’t an extension of one’s body for a lot of people. Mail is set in a village, and its world is rather distinct...

TollywoodDirected by Radha Krishna Kumar, the period romance drama is expected to hit the screens in the summer of 2021.Digital NativeAfter wrapping up the shoot of Telugu romantic drama Most Eligible Bachelor co-starring Akhil Akkineni, Pooja Hedge had joined the sets of the Prabhas starrer Radhe Shyam for the finale schedule. The final schedule recently got underway at the expensive sets erected at Ramoji Film City, Hyderabad. Director Radha Krishna Kumar had shared a glimpse of the massive space equipped with a blue screen in the background. The latest update is that Pooja has wrapped up shooting for her portions for Radhe Shyam. The actor took to her Instagram Stories to announce this, with a selfie taken in the backseat of a car. Set in the backdrop of Europe, Radhe Shyam is a period romance drama starring Prabhas and Pooja Hegde, and is undoubtedly one of the most awaited movies...

Review Though the cast includes some fine actors, their performances end up seeming farcical because of shoddy writing. Jahnavi ReddyBombhaat, now streaming on Amazon Prime Video, begins with a disclaimer that “where drama starts, logic ends.” But our suspension of disbelief needs to be rewarded with something fun and fascinating, and hopefully even make us feel a thing or two — which is where this film fails us. Bombhaat is a sci-fi film that tells a familiar story of an artificially intelligent humanoid robot, the relationship between humans and AI, and the ethical concerns around AI. While there’s nothing wrong with predictability, which can even be comforting at times, Bombhaat suffers from clichéd, occasionally cringeworthy writing, that also trickles into the performances. Wiki (Sai Sushanth Reddy) has a reputation for his bad luck, and everyone around him believes it's contagious. He is a student at the Institute of Robotics and Intelligent Systems,...

CinemaThe minute-long video shows a glimpse into Prabhas’ upcoming film with Pooja Hegde, a period romantic drama set in Europe.Digital NativePrabhas, who became an international phenomenon with his magnum opus Baahubali series, turned 41 today. The makers of his next film Radhe Shyam had promised a surprise for fans and audiences on his birthday. As promised, the team has now shared a motion poster which gives a sneak peek into the film's theme, which has Pooja Hegde playing the female lead. Come, witness the magic as they redefine love & rewrite history with their eternal love story Here's wishing #Prabhas a Very Happy Birthday!#BeatsOfRadheShyam out now! #HappyBirthdayPrabhashttps://t.co/1lJtLe2RND Starring #Prabhas & @hegdepooja pic.twitter.com/JZx13Qjzfg — Uv Creations (@UV_Creations) October 23, 2020 Directed by Radha Krishna Kumar, Radhe Shyam is a romantic drama film, reportedly set in Europe in the 1970s. Earlier this week, the filmmakers had shared...

Ever since RadheShyam was announced, it has become the hot topic of tinsel town, superstar Prabhas’ pairing with Pooja Hegde looks absolutely amazing and everyone is eager for the film.

Earlier this month, the makers of the film released the first looks of Pooja and Prabhas’ character in the film with Prabhas being the most recent one.

Now, on the occasion of the star’s birthday, the producers have released a beautiful motion video that starts off in the middle of a mystical looking forest with nothing but a single train track in the midst of it.

The scene then zoom’s into the approaching train to reveal famous love couples from different cultures and time periods stationed in different compartments to a final glimpse of Vikramaditya and Prerana that will leave you intrigued. Uv creations took to their social media and shared

'Radheshyam' is suggested to be an epic love story set in Europe.

Pan-India star Prabhas is all set to ring in his birthday on 23rd October and to bring in more cheers to his fans with an advanced birthday wish, makers of Radhe Shyam released the character poster of Prabhas. The star will be portraying the character of ‘Vikramaditya’ and from the looks of it, the anticipation around his look seems right.

The Big moment has arrived!!

TollywoodThe project will mark the second collaboration between Chaitanya and Vikram Kumar after ‘Manam’.Digital NativeOn Saturday, actor Naga Chaitanya, on the occasion of his father Nagarjuna’s birthday, took to Twitter to announce his next project with director Vikram Kumar. In a tweet, Chaitanya revealed that the film is titled Thank You and a special poster was unveiled. Announcing the project, Chaitanya tweeted: “Thank You. An expression that can be forgotten or when used right can mean more than any other there is. Thank You Movie. A story I’m looking forward to tell! With a team I’m really thankful I met.” The project will mark the second collaboration between Chaitanya and Vikram Kumar after Manam, which also starred Nagarjuna and late Nageswara Rao in key roles. Thank You..an expression that can be forgotten or when used right can mean more than anyother there is . #ThankYouTheMovie A...

Indian cinema superstars Prabhas and Deepika Padukone will star together for the first time in an as yet untitled film.

The Telugu, Hindi and Tamil-language project hails from outside the Bollywood mainstream. But it brings together Prabhas, the reigning king of Telugu-language, or Tollywood, regional cinema, and Padukone as a model turned actress who is now regarded as Bollywood’s leading lady.

It is being produced by C. Aswani Dutt’s Vyjayanthi Movies and will be released in time to commemorate the outfit’s 50th anniversary in 2022. Nag Ashwin will direct.

Padukone tweeted: “Beyond Thrilled! Cannot wait for what we believe is going to be an incredible journey ahead…”

Beyond Thrilled!Cannot wait for what we believe is going to be an incredible journey ahead…❤️❤️❤️#DeepikaPrabhas@nagashwin7 @VyjayanthiFilms #Prabhas https://t.co/ckUu3vjadu

— Deepika Padukone (@deepikapadukone) July 19, 2020

Ashwin tweeted: “I believe actors and projects find each other… Glad this...

TollywoodPrabhas, Pooja Hedge feature in first look of ‘Radhe Shyam’Tnm StaffTwitter The wait for the much-awaited first look of Prabhas's latest movie is finally over. On Friday, Uv Creations took to Twitter and released the title and the first look of Prabhas’s 20th film — Radhe Shyam. Presenting you the title and first look of #Prabhas20#RadheShyam #Prabhas20FirstLook Starring #Prabhas @hegdepooja Director @director_radhaa Presented by @UVKrishnamRaju garu #GopikrishnaMovies Producers @UV_Creations @TSeries @itsBhushanKumar #Vamshi #Pramod @PraseedhaU pic.twitter.com/aX56HfpzNQ — Uv Creations (@UV_Creations) July 10, 2020 The film has Prabhas and actor Pooja Hegde essaying the lead roles. The first look shows both of them together seemingly doing a dance routine. Prabhas is wearing a white suit and Pooja is seen in a red dress. Prabhas took to Instagram to share the first look. "This is for you, my fans! Hope you like it. #Prabhas20FirstLook #RadheShyam,...

TVThe promo featuring actors Renu Desai and Sunaina show two women who have a melodramatic exchange in true TV serial style.Tnm StaffTo the delight of avid TV serial watchers in the Telugu states, Zee Telugu has announced the comeback of all its Telugu serials from June 22. The promo which features actors Renu Desai and Sunaina was released on Monday.  The 1 minute 20 seconds video is melodramatic, TV serial style, and captures the anxiety of the audience waiting for those serials. The promo starts with Renu Desai doing housework along with her pet dog, and complaining about how monotonous life has become for the last three months. Meanwhile, she thinks of 'Rangamma Vadina' who would have helped her out if she had been there. Soon, she hears Rangamma (Sunaina) calling from the door, and Renu Desai runs in slow motion with a relieved and grateful expression towards her. The two exchange...

Coronavirus Actors Pooja Hegde and Priyadarshi who were shooting with Prabhas have also self-quarantined.Tnm StaffTollywood actor Prabhas, who returned from Georgia after shooting for his upcoming movie, has announced that he has self-quarantined. In an Instagram post he said, “On safely returning from my shoot abroad, in the light of the increasing risks of COVID19, I have decided to self-quarantine. Hope you all are also taking the necessary precautions to be safe.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Prabhas (@actorprabhas) on Mar 21, 2020 at 4:45am Pdt The Baahubali fame actor was reportedly shooting in Georgia along with Pooja Hegde. The stars, along with the director and other members of the crew returned to India on March 18. He was reportedly shooting for his upcoming movie Jaan. Pooja Hegde too, as she returned from Georgia, posted a picture of herself wearing a mask on Instagram saying that it's...

Coronavirus Actors Pooja Hegde and Priyadarshi who were shooting with Prabhas have also self-quarantined.Tnm StaffTollywood actor Prabhas, who returned from Georgia after shooting for his upcoming movie, has announced that he has self-quarantined. In an Instagram post he said, “On safely returning from my shoot abroad, in the light of the increasing risks of COVID19, I have decided to self-quarantine. Hope you all are also taking the necessary precautions to be safe.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Prabhas (@actorprabhas) on Mar 21, 2020 at 4:45am Pdt The Baahubali fame actor was reportedly shooting in Georgia along with Pooja Hegde. The stars, along with the director and other members of the crew returned to India on March 18. He was reportedly shooting for his upcoming movie Jaan. Pooja Hegde too, as she returned from Georgia, posted a picture of herself wearing a mask on Instagram saying that it's...

ReviewThe film foists an unconvincing story about a writer's 'artistic temperament' on the 'Arjun Reddy' template, failing to touch any chords. Sowmya Rajendran *Spoilers ahead   I can finish writing this review with just three words - 'Man Baby Alert'. However, if my editor asks me why I'm being lazy, I cannot whip my hair around, break a few chairs, rip my clothes open and declare - 'Becauuuuuusseee, I'mmma Writer!!' Nobody will understand "my pain" and well, one cannot eat artistic temperament for breakfast. So, let me do my job.   Directed by Kranthi Madhav, World Famous Lover actually has a promising beginning. We see Gautham's (Vijay Deverakonda) complete indifference towards his live-in partner Yamini (an arresting Raashi Khanna). She does everything for him, from applying toothpaste on his toothbrush before she leaves for work to letting him have sexual intercourse every night as she lies like a stone beneath him.

ReviewThe film foists an unconvincing story about a writer's 'artistic temperament' on the 'Arjun Reddy' template, failing to touch any chords. Sowmya Rajendran *Spoilers ahead   I can finish writing this review with just three words - 'Man Baby Alert'. However, if my editor asks me why I'm being lazy, I cannot whip my hair around, break a few chairs, rip my clothes open and declare - 'Becauuuuuusseee, I'mmma Writer!!' Nobody will understand "my pain" and well, one cannot eat artistic temperament for breakfast. So, let me do my job.   Directed by Kranthi Madhav, World Famous Lover actually has a promising beginning. We see Gautham's (Vijay Deverakonda) complete indifference towards his live-in partner Yamini (an arresting Raashi Khanna). She does everything for him, from applying toothpaste on his toothbrush before she leaves for work to letting him have sexual intercourse every night as she lies like a stone beneath him.

TollywoodThese movies stood out for stirring performances, the depth of the screenplay, the balance of the characters, social message, and for the rationality of the tale itself.Krishna SripadaIt has been a wonderful year for Telugu cinema. Thrillers, wacky comedies, multi-layered dramas, biopics and the minimalisation of hyperbole – the year had everything. Such was the quality of movies this year that high-profile biopics like Ntr Mahanayakudu, and thrillers like 118 didn’t make the cut. Nevertheless, here is a mix of movies that stood out for multifarious reasons – some for stirring performances, some for the depth and vision of the screenplay, some for the balance of the characters, some for the social message, and some for the rationality of the tale itself. And of course, for being entertaining. Oh! Baby In one of the rare instances where our filmmakers got magical realism right, Oh! Baby preaches without barely making an effort to do so,...

Tollywood The actor took to social media to reveal the release date of the film.Digital Native‘Natural Star’ Nani took to social media to share the release date of this upcoming film, V. The Tollywood actor revealed that the multi-starrer is all set to his the marquee for Ugadi next year. '“Violence kavalannaru ga :) Istha...Ugadi ki Solid ga istha,”' he wrote. Violence kavalannaru ga :) Istha... Ugadi ki Solid ga istha ...#VTheMovie @mokris_1772 @isudheerbabu @i_nivethathomas @aditiraohydari @ItsAmitTrivedi @SVC_official pic.twitter.com/Rc4KKAWhVD — Nani (@NameisNani) November 4, 2019 The film’s director Mohan Krishna Indraganti wrote in Telugu: '"ఈ క్షణం నుంచి నా శత్రువులకినా దయా దాక్షిణ్యాలే దిక్కు,” అన్నాడు విలియమ్ షేక్ స్పియరుడు. ఆల్ ఎనిమీస్... బివేర్ వచ్చే ఉగాది నుంచి ఆట,...

Tollywood Nag earlier directed the hit film ‘Mahanati’ which starred Keerthy Suresh in the lead. Digital NativeNag Ashwin who directed the critically acclaimed biopic on legendary actor Savitri titled Mahanati, is all set to turn a producer. He will be bankrolling a comedy entertainer in which Naveen Polishetty will be playing the lead role alongside Rahul Ramakrishna and Priyadarshi. Those in the supporting roles include Murali Sharma, Tanikella Bharani, Vennela Kishore, and Vk Naresh. Kv Anudeep will be making his directorial debut with this flick titled Jaathi Ratnalu. Radhan has been signed up to compose music for this flick. Kv Anudeep will be making his directorial debut with this flick titled Jaathi Ratnalu. The first look motion poster of this film was unveiled recently which showed all the three actors in prison uniform. A press statement released by the production states: “It’s a crazy combination and the film is an out-and-out entertainer.

TollywoodThe actor is also likely to cast in the Telugu remake of 'Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety'.Digital NativeVishwak Sen of Falaknuma Das fame is all set to work in a movie that will be bankrolled by Nani under his home banner. Revealing about the project, Vishwak Sen wrote on his social media page that the announcement will be made officially by Nani. He wrote, “Will be announced soon by Nani @nameisnani himself.” The prep work for this film is almost done and it will be launched during the first week of October. Nani and Vishwak Sen have had several rounds of discussions and we can expect an announcement regarding the cast and crew very soon. There are also reports doing rounds that Vishwak Sen is likely to star in the Telugu remake of the hit Hindi movie Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety. He may reprise the role...

TollywoodThe film is all set to hit screens on September 13.Digital NativeNani’s Gang Leader is slated to hit the marquee on September 13. Touted to be an action-comedy film, the film is written and directed by Vikram K Kumar. If the sources are anything to go by, latest we hear is that the film will have Nani playing dual roles. Recently, during the film promotion event, Nani revealed that he plays a character called Pencil Parthasarathy. Pencil is his pen name and most of his books are written and not sold. Reports suggest that another role has been kept under the wraps by the makers which will appear in the flashback. The film stars Nani and Priyanka Arulmohan as the lead pair with Karthikeya, Saranya, Aneesh Kuruvilla, Priyadarshi, Raghubabu, Vennela Kishore and Sathya in pivotal roles. Produced by Naveen Yerneni, Y. Ravi Sankar and Mohan Cherukuri under the banner of Mythri Movie Makers,...

TollywoodThe film is releasing on September 13.Tnm StaffThe trailer of Nani’s upcoming film Gang Leader, directed by Manam fame Vikram Kumar, was released on Wednesday. The film will hit the screens on September 13. The trailer reveals that the film is a comic revenge drama where four women and a child want to seek revenge against a bigshot industrialist played by Karthikeya of RX100 fame. Nani, a writer -- that is, a writer who has written 25 revenge books plagiarised from Hollywood films -- helps them in their cause. The film has a big star cast, including Priyanka Arul Mohan, Lakshmi, Saranya, Aneesh Kuruvilla, Priyadarshi, Raghubabu, Vennela Kishore, Jaija, Pranya and Sathya. The trailer promises a jolly, fun-filled film. Besides comedy, the film also has some stunning heist, chase and action sequences. Towards the end of the trailer, the confrontation between the characters played by Nani and Karthikeya, involving iron rods,...

CinemaWhile last month saw the release of critically acclaimed films like 'Super Deluxe' and 'Kumbalangi Nights', August too has some interesting choices. Tnm StaffSeveral new south Indian releases have come to Ott platforms like Netflix and Amazon Prime in August. The online streaming giants appear to be keen to expand their content in Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam and Kannada, and as a result, more and more films are finding new audiences in legal ways. While last month saw the release of critically acclaimed films like Super Deluxe and Kumbalangi Nights, August too has some interesting choices. Some of these releases had a short theatrical run but are critically acclaimed. If you could not catch them in theatres or wish to watch the film again, here's your chance. Tamil Aadai (Amazon Prime): Directed by Rathnakumar, the film has Amala Paul in the lead and is about a...

TollywoodThe movie has veteran actors Lakshmi and Saranya playing pivotal roles.Tnm StaffAfter the success of Jersey, Nani’s sports drama which released in April, the actor is gearing up for his next release Gang Leader. The makers of Gang Leader released the teaser of the film on Wednesday, where Nani appears in a different get up altogether. The movie also has veteran actresses Lakshmi and Saranya playing important roles. From the one and a half minute long teaser, Nani comes across as a crazy revenge drama writer whose life turns upside down after a gang of five women visit him. Known as Pencil Parathasarthy, Nani and the five women (all belonging to different age groups) set out on a revenge mission which forms the basic premise of the movie. The teaser has certain funny sequences, mostly hilarious conversations between Nani and the women. Lakshmi and Saranya look promising in...

TollywoodRaj Rachakonda, director and co-producer, should be lauded for the warmhearted sincerity with which he approaches the subject.Krishna SripadaMallesham - the biopic of Padma Shri award winner Chintakindi Mallesham - opens on a moribund note. A weaver's family, including two kids, kill themselves, unable to pay back their debts. Despite being ingenious from a young age, Mallesham has to drop out of school after the seventh grade to help his dad out. He grows up watching his mom and a lot of other women in his village suffer with shoulder pain, their bodies wearing out. That is the bottleneck he resolves to solve.  In the Pochampally style of weaving, the women help the men by painstakingly winding a silk thread, which pivots around one peg on one side and 40 on the other side - a process that is crucial for any design. Without this assistance, the weaver slows down drastically.

TollywoodRaj Rachakonda speaks to Tnm on what inspired him to do the movie, working with Priyadarshi and locating the story in Telangana. Priyanka RichiFrom being a tenth class dropout to a Padma Shri winner, the journey of Telangana man Chintakindi Mallesham is one of resilience. A weaver by profession, Mallesham invented the patented Laxmi Asu Machine to process yarn, which turned out to be a major technological revolution in the life of the Pochampally sari weavers. He didn’t succeed in his first attempt, but the story of his umpteen failures and success is worth a film indeed. Weaving together reality and fiction inspired from Mallesham’s life is director Raj Rachakonda, whose biopic on Mallesham will be hitting the theatres on June 21. Raj is back to cinema after a gap of 11 years. Sila Samayangal, his first movie in Tamil, was a box-office dud and Raj says the failure of...

TollywoodThe movie traces the journey of Mallesham, a sixth grade drop-out who becomes an engineer and gets the Padmashree award.Tnm Staff The makers of Mallesham, a biopic on the weaver-turned-engineer from Telangana, released the trailer of the movie on May 29. Actor Priyadarshi, who is playing the titular character in the movie, looks promising in the role of the Padmashree winner who won laurels after he invented the Asu machine, which is used in weaving. It seems like Priyadrashi has finally found his launchpad, shedding away the image of ‘Kaushik’, the hero’s sidekick in every movie. The movie traces the journey of Mallesham, a sixth grade drop-out who becomes an engineer and inventor after seeing his mother toiling to weave the traditional Pochampally sarees. The trailer begins with a group of school boys describing a scene from a Chiranjeevi movie and then cuts to a young Mallesham who is...

TollywoodThe film parades as a dark comedy, but it is neither dark nor comedic. It is the tale of two alcoholic-losers, who spend all day drinking.Krishna SripadaYouTube screenshot/Mithai trailerThere are movies where you want to sit straight, 15 minutes after the start, and ask the director, ‘What were you smokin’ bro?’ These are movies that, like they say, should have never seen the light of day. These are movies where you wonder, ‘Fine, the director was out of his mind, what about the actors? What were they up to!’ Mithai is one such movie. Mithai parades as a dark comedy, but it is neither dark nor comedic. It is the tale of two alcoholic-losers, who spend all day drinking. One of them gets drunk and crashes at his home with the door ajar, only to find himself in vomit the next day and half the things in his house stolen,...

InterviewIn this interview with Tnm, Priyadarshi speaks on his upcoming films 'Mithai' and 'Mallesham', and why he prefers being called an actor to a comedian.Priyanka RichiPriyadarshi Pullikonda has come a long way after the phenomenal success of Pelli Choopulu at the box-office in 2016. Despite his brief appearances in many movies thereafter, Darshi has managed to leave an indelible mark on the young and elderly audience alike. He now enjoys an incredible space and fame in the industry and it seems like Tollywood has finally decided to reward the actor for talent. Three years later, Darshi is all excited about his two big releases, in which he says he won't remind the audience of the guy-next-door Kaushik from Pelli Choopulu, but would rather be playing meaty roles that will finally mark his transition from being a ‘comedy artiste’ to an ‘actor’. In a conversation with Tnm, actor Priyadarshi...

InterviewIn conversation with Tnm, Rahul talks about his upcoming movie ‘Mithai’, being a first-time scriptwriter, working with actor and long-time friend Priyadarshi, and more. Priyanka RichiRahul Ramakrishna the actor is busy. He is juggling a few projects and shuttling from one location to another. Rahul Ramakrishna the writer is anxious, as his next movie Mithai is due for release on February 22. Rahul Ramakrishna the singer already made his debut with Husharu last year. Needless to say, Rahul Ramakrishna the lyricist is the one who penned hit numbers for Pelli Choopulu and Sainma. The multi-faceted actor has moved beyond playing Shiva, the loyal friend in Telugu cinema who always has the hero’s back. Rahul is now expanding his boundaries and has even put his marriage on the back burner until, in his words, the audience is ‘tired of his face and voice’. In a breezy conversation with Tnm, Rahul Ramakrishna...

TollywoodAkhil comes into his own, finally realising the potential everyone felt he had.Krishna SripadaAt the core of every good romcom is a misunderstanding, a conflict that drives a wedge between two jilted lovers. How believable that conflict is, is what endears the romcom to mush-lovers. Venky Atluri, with Tholi Prema, showed us that he understands what it takes to make a good romcom - a breezy entertainer that has sensibility at its core. That intention to address a sensitive issue without being derogatory or chauvinistic is what stands out even in Mr.Majnu. However, the movie isn't pure gold either, largely because it still struggles with the fact that Telugu movie-makers don't understand romance in its entirety, and have a dry, siloed, myopic way of looking at things, even the better ones like Venky Atluri. Mr. Majnu is heavily reliant on Akhil, who plays Vikram Krishna (Vicky), a playboy...