There's always a good market for suspense thrillers and audiences do wait to enjoy the thriller genre. Also, there's always for makers who come up with this genre because they can be made on a low budget and enjoys good...
Yuva Samrat Akkineni Naga Chaitanya's latest film Savyasachi is releasing today. This film is the second release for him this year. Well, this film got the attention of the audience as the 'vanishing twin syndrome' concept is the basic plot for Savya...
Set amidst the backdrop of Bengaluru, the tale begins with Rachana (Samantha) a committed news reporter who believes in making a difference. Her attention is caught by the RK Puram flyover where the public removes the dividers just to take a U-turn a...
Niharika Konidela and Sumanth Ashwin as the lead pair, the movie Happy Wedding hit the screens today. The youth is the main target, the movie is expected to be relative and entertaining. Happy Wedding is expected to connect to the audience emotionall...
Introducing another hero from the mega family, Kalyaan Dhev Kanuganti who is the son-in-law of Megastar Chiranjeevi has been launched with the movie Vijetha. With Malavika Nair as the heroine, the movie hit the screens today. Here is the full review ...
Gopi Chand is in a dire need of success, as his recent movies are utter flops. He has been on a bad track, with his latest movie Oxygen scored another flop. With all the hopes pinned on Pantham, this movie is expected to be a decent comeback for Gopi...
Awe- We all got this 'Awe' kind of feeling after watching the teaser, trailer & characters of Awe movie. Well, this story's 'Awe' factor made hero Nani to become a producer for this 'Awe' film and this was the same story which gave the feeling of 'Aw...
Though he is a Telugu man and son of a well known Tollywood personality, the piercing eyed hero Aadhi Pinisetty has created a place for himself in the Tamil film industry as a hero. Since the last few years, he has been attempting to make a foray int...
Stylish Star Allu Arjun is busily working on his upcoming movie Naa Peru Surya- Na Illu India. This movie is being directed by Vakkantham Vamsi. Anu Emmanuel is the lead actress opposite Allu Arjun in this movie....
Post the release of Jai Lava Kusa, NTR has been on an extended break. After having acted in triple roles, NTR hasn't signed any projects except the one under Trivikram Srinivas' direction. The movie with Trivikram Srinivas...
Stylish Star Allu Arjun's forthcoming movie titled "Na Peru Surya" which is tagged as 'Na Illu India' is under making. The shooting is going on at a brisk speed. The movie unit has canned vital scenes in some places of North India and Hyderabad....
As much as most of you revere 'King' Akkineni Nagarjuna as a fine star hero and a lady charmer with strong grip at the box office, there is also another side to him....
You come up with one stellar performance as an actor or actress and you will be remembered a long time for that role. In fact, people will start calling you with the onscreen name. In the recent times the hot stud Vijay Deverakonda has been called as...
You often think twice before making a big hero toil hard whether it is his physical appearance or the performance aspect. However, one filmmaker is not compromising even a small inch and he is making his big hero sweat it out. He is none other than t...
You can always get to understand the skin of the character if you take some real time inputs from external sources and that helps you prepare well for the role. Some of the actors tend to do that and one amonYou can always get to understand the skin ...
We all know how the magnum opus 'Bahubali' has changed the lives of young rebel star Prabhas, the towering hunk Daggubati Rana and life will not be the same for them for a while....
Jr NTR's Jai Lava Kusa which hit the theaters on 21st September got a decent talk initially. T...
Till recently you were taking the name of the tough taskmaster S S Rajamouli for his magnum opus Bahubali...
PSV Garuda Vega, starring Dr. Rajsekhar in the role of a counter-terrorism fighter, is gearing up for a theatrical release. Now that the film is in its post-production stages, the makers are all set to roll out important pre-release formalities, sta...
Ever since he scored a stupendous hit with the magnum opus Baahubali the tough taskmaster S S Rajamouli has become a nationwide sensation and even many other countries noticed his name....
Sometimes few small errors in life end up becoming the biggest blunders and cause heavy damage....
Ever since the online world has begun to play an important role in our daily life it is also increasing the regressive nature among many. For some reason, netizens are keen to trample the other person and gain pleasure out of it. The usual targets ar...
In case you are a film celebrity you prefer not to lock horns with the media folks because the consequences to that are normally long standing. Messing with the media has proved to be detrimental these days not just for the cine folks but others as w...
The only topic that is making rounds across Tollywood and the Aam Janta is the SIT interrogation of the film celebrities and possibilities of links with the drug mafia. A total of nineteen arrests have been made and the closest film person in that li...
Among the many reality shows that are currently being aired there is a special attention given for Bigg Boss given the impact it had created when it came in the Hindi version. While most of the audience is watching it out of curiosity, here is the hi...
As a filmmaker your thoughts and mindset tends to reflect in your films a lot and normally many filmmakers keep a low profile when it comes to social media or other platforms. However, when they speak they do come up with something sensible....
You need to have the right business acumen and a balanced approach towards the craft of cinema and only then you can prosper in this industry. Not many have that skill but the one man who is a role model to many is producer cum distributor Dil Raju....
Though there is a stark difference between the reel life and real life there are those times when films do become a source of inspiration for the real life situations. It is known that Mass Maharaja Ravi Teja is busy with his new movie Touch Chesi Ch...
You can be a big star with huge following but it takes special pedigree to become a big hardcore mass star. Nandamuri Natasimham Balakrishna has that rare privilege and he is someone loved by the netizens not just for his antics but also for his hone...
Being in the line of the acting industry takes away a lot of your time and though you make good money there needs to be someone who takes care of things in the background. It is here that the family plays an important role for the actors and actresse...
The nexus between film industry and politics goes a long way back and this nation has seen how some noted film personalities ended up becoming even Chief Ministers of states and in high ranking political profiles. One state which features strongly in...
You have to be someone extraordinary with special skills to be called as 'beauty with brains'. This tag is very hard earned for the actresses and it is only the likes of universal beauty Sushmita Sen, gorgeous green eyed beauty Aishwarya Bachchan who...
The very mention of the name Mahesh Babu sends a tingle down the spine of the ladies and fills the men with adrenaline. This superstar has created a brand for himself in the last few years. As a result, his movies are always sold like hot cakes whene...
After reaching the stature of a superstar you always have the potential to bounce back after a series of flops but things are very tricky when you are in tier two. Supreme Hero Sai Dharam Tej is currently in that phase and currently he is going throu...
When you start doing your work with efficiency and speed you become a role model and normally you tend to slow down as you grow old. However, one senior actor is taking everyone by surprise with his swift decisions and bankrolling projects one after ...
Wherever there is controversy related to the film industry the majority of times one name figures out. It is that of the eccentric genius Ram Gopal Varma. He is not just a master storyteller but also a master in cooking up sensations and controversie...
Lately few new age filmmakers are not shying away from mixing genres and coming up with few movies. In this process, the horror comedy genre has worked really well at the box office. But now, one man has done something unique, he introduced this in a...
The unfortunate fact of the film industry is that there are many who are made up of inflated egos and though they are hollow inside, they give a picture as if they are the human example for talent and skill. Ironically, those who are truly talented n...
Star heroes changing their looks for each movie has become a fad these days and it also excites their fans in a big way. Akin to that, many have been curious to see what is going to be the look of Nandamuri Natasimham Balakrishna for his next project...
The only two directions your heads must be turning these days would be towards the magnum opus Baahubali-The Conclusion and then its box office figures. It is still hard to comprehend where or when the mania for this film will end because of the flow...
You can the most talented when it comes to filmmaking and you may score success but the only way you earn goodwill and respect is through your behavior and words. The tough taskmaster S S Rajamouli has earned great regard purely due to his humility....
Young sensation Bellamkonda Sai sreenivas and action director Boypati Srinu's new film Production No 2 on Dwaraka Creations produced by Miriyala Ravinder Reddy finished a crisp action schedule in Hamsala Deevi, Krishna district. The high budgeted tec...
The temperatures are soaring in the sky thanks to summer and the same heat is roaring in the theatres thanks to the magnum opus Baahubali-The Conclusion. The film is creating a mania of adrenalin rush among the audience and they are watching it with ...
The man of the hour across the nation is none other than the tough taskmaster S S Rajamouli and the reason for that happens to be his magnum opus 'Bahubali' and the mania it has created. The second part is hitting the theatres today and Rajamouli is ...
Gorgeous diva Nayanthara will next be seen in Vasuki, the Telugu dubbed version of Malayalam sensational movie Puthiya Niyamam which made the actress a superstar in south India....
Whenever the name of the Nandamuri family is taken the focus is on Nandamuri Natasimham Balakrishna and since the recent times, it has also gone towards his son Nandamuri Mokshagna. In fact, many are eager to see this lad making his debut in movies....
When the entire nation is looking forward to the arrival of Baahubali-The Conclusion one group in Karnataka is waiting to stop it. The ulterior motive behind that is known to all but then they have taken Satire Star Sathyaraj as the bait and causing ...
Sravanthi Ravi Kishore, producer of the yesteryear's sensational movie 'Ladies Tailor' has now released the second song of its sequel 'Fashion Designer s/o Ladies Tailor'. Mani Sharma has given the music for this film....
When you see a particular celebrity either onscreen or onstage or in the social media, there is a certain impression you start forming. And then you would be in for a surprise when a soft spoken celeb breathes fire on a particular issue....
Nothing can be more heartbreaking than the loss of a loved one and if that happens to be your better half it haunts you forever. Producer Dil Raju who was riding high with success had the biggest fall of his life with the unexpected death of his wife...
Though it no longer exists in today's modern times, our foundation of education actually came from the Gurukul format of teachings. But right now, one act is being called as GuRakul and the reason for that happens to be one top league heroine....
The summer season has set in and the sweltering heat is driving everyone crazy. You would obviously want to stay indoors till the Sun sets but the members of the film fraternity cannot enjoy such a privilege. This includes even the biggest of stars....
None of us can forget the night of November 8th when Prime Minister Narendra Modi was giving a live speech on TV and suddenly dropped the bomb of demonetization. The after effects of that is being felt even today with many ATMs going dry and many cas...
The culture of pre release promotions has given rise to a new form of thinking and this has to do with connecting yourself to the director of that film. Normally, the connect is more when the director is celebrated and has created a large impact on t...
Ever since the social media has begun playing a strong role in entertainment industry, many have been exploring ways and means of using it to the fullest. As part of that, the pre release promotions are being made in the most innovative manner....
There are no two words when we say that the majority of those who are present in the film fraternity are there purely out of passion towards the craft. Speaking practically, the financial graph doesn't really go great except for a few lucky souls....
Sometimes a film doesn't have to be big or grand to grab attention, the presence of few names would be sufficient to do the needful. This has happened with the movie Lanka and while the title itself is catchy, it is the lead artist who was responsibl...
Karma, this is one word which plays a pivotal role in everyone's life but then it always works in the shadows. Karma is also related to your birth and sometimes the discussion about past birth also crops up. This concept is now being attributed to th...
Just because the season of biopics is on it doesn't mean you can just pick up the life story of one great personality and get going with it. This requires the right kind of research, an equal amount of passion and most importantly the stature to fit ...
Every Friday we go to theatres and watch movies and by the time weekend arrives we know what its fate is going to be like. While the ratio of success is less, there are those times when certain films actually give the right platform for some deservin...
You can be the most talented filmmaker with some amazing stories in your mind for movies. However, it is practically impossible for you to score success with every movie of yours and also upgrade yourself to the next level. That is something of a mys...
Once the summer season begins more than the holidays it is the time for the cine folks to count the cash in their boxes. This is the most happening time for the cinema industry and Tollywood is currently busy trying to figure out how much revenue is ...
There is no doubt that the online world is a very important requirement of today and especially for the entertainment industry where visibility quotient is key. However, the film celebrities are also the most vulnerable targets and they become victim...
When the project of a big star hero is on the anvil anything that has to do with him creates a lot of curiosity and interest. And when it is a film from young tiger Junior NTR, the interest levels are more. Now, the man has arrived with the new movie...
Among the three important components that decide the fate of a film these days the first and foremost is the title. Unless you come up with a catchy and appealing title, it doesn't trigger the interest of the crowds. This demand is more if the film h...
You have the choice of many directors in the film fraternity but it is only a very rare breed of filmmakers who actually stir your emotions and tempt you to their movies. One such person is the maverick moviemaker Mani Ratnam and his fans are waiting...
After reaching stardom and maintaining a strong presence as a commercial hero, it becomes tough for the actors to break the stereotype. However, the moment they decide to do something very different, the intent and objective is only one, to win an aw...
Your entry into the film fraternity becomes easy if you hail from a film family but there is also another field through which you can get a smooth entry, this is political field. If you are the son of a powerful politician then your debut happens in ...
Just like there is always curiosity and excitement over a star hero's project, there is an equal amount of interest on a star director's project as well. Tollywood has quite a few filmmakers like that and first in that list is the tough taskmaster ....
You can be rest assured that when Nandamuri Natasimham Balakrishna is about to lock a film, there will be many permutations and combinations running through his mind. Hence, you tend to hear a new update each day and finally something totally unexpec...
The name Ravi may not ring a bell in your heads but then his full name is Ravi Panasa and he is a noted PRO and event entrepreneur in Tollywood. Recently, he gave an interview to a popular web channel. For one question he replied "I bashed two produc...
The expectations from you as a celebrity no longer stick to entertainment in this country. Many start looking at you as a role model to the society and your gestures are always looked at closely. True to that, film celebrities also do their bit to ma...
Though we take a lot of inspiration from Hollywood we have never adopted their culture of coming up with franchisee movies. Over many decades, Hollywood has come up with many editions of Superman, Batman, Spiderman, Star Wars, Fast And Furious and ma...
When you go to watch movies in theatres, at the start, you come across the name Multidimension Films. To those who are not aware, they happen to be the company which is in film distribution and now the same entity is preparing for yet another venture...
The countdown has begun for the most anticipated and eagerly awaited movie of the year, the magnum opus Baahubali-The Conclusion to hit the screens. This is arriving on April 28th and already lobbying has begun for the tickets across the Telugu state...
When a high profile film event is happening it is obvious that you would expect your near and dear to be a part of it. Recently, the pre release event of the magnum opus Baahubali-The Conclusion took place and the entire unit along with family member...
Though there are four industries in the south it must be said that they are not close to the big Bollywood. This is not just in terms of movies but also in terms of the events and awards night that take place. However, Tollywood has given the right a...
Perhaps the smartest way for you to get an identity in the film industry as an actress is by pairing up with someone who is already famous. True to that, the Russian beauty Angela Krislinzki is being tagged as the girl of Hasya Chakravarthy Brahmanan...
Your true wisdom as an actor is identified when you know where to draw a line as a hero and when to experiment with your image. This is something victory Venkatesh has done exceedingly well. He is currently in his second innings with a variety of rol...
Among the many cult blockbusters you have seen during your tenure as cine buffs, certain films stand out from the rest and they never lose sheen though time passes by. One such film is Basha featuring Style Samrat Rajnikanth. This redefined the stard...
You know well that Natural Star Nani has maintained a clean slate throughout his career without any issues or controversies. Given that, you might be wondering what is he doing camouflaging a heroine. Well, allow us to give you the details and provid...
While making a good movie is one thing the real deal is when you have to take it to the public and that is possible only through proper promotion and publicity. It is here that the media plays a key role and many movies depend on the media fraternity...
It is important to bring variety to your film and hence experimentation is a continuous process in filmmaking and other aspects. However, you must ensure that it doesn't disturb the basic format and flavor of the project. This is more necessary when ...
Though a film comes in with a lot of hype and promise ultimately it is the figures at the box office which decides its true potential. This is more when the film involves a big league star hero because there is a lot of money at stake and the market ...
A film is a collective effort of many individuals who come from different walks of life with different creativities. However, can you imagine a film coming with the contribution of all members of the family? Tollywood seems to have set a unique recor...
Entertainment has taken a new meaning for the TV channels who have resorted to reality shows that are filled with sensation and bringing out real life woes. Any person with common sense would know most of these are rather fabricated and dramatized....
Once you hear that a top league star is arriving with a movie the first question in your mind is, what role he is going to portray. For some reason, that kind of sets an image within you regarding that star and gives you that much needed kick of adre...
Holding the position of a director, you would want to work with the best in the business because that's what gives the right output to your movie. But imagine what happens when that best belong to your family and you have to work with them for an amb...
Your role as an actor or a big film star is not just about offering entertainment but also set an example with the right value system and image. Power star Pawan Kalyan is one man whose fan following is beyond craziness and the mania he creates is in...
After creating a lot of hype and hoopla, the film Katamarayudu has now taken the litmus test at the theatres and it appears that there is a wide gap between the expectation and reality. The openings were just about okay and graph is now dipping....
You must be triple confident that you know who the superstars in Tollywood are and you have certainly not heard of the name Ghanta Naveen Babu. But then, he is being touted as the ultimate superstar in the US market and he happens to be big in Tollyw...
As home audience, our inclination has shifted more towards reality based shows and taking cue from that, many TV channels are coming up with such programs. Not stopping at that, they are also adding controversies wherever required to hike their TRPs....
Apart from the fact that the eccentric genius Ram Gopal Varma is an outstanding filmmaker, you also know that he is controversy's favorite child who never listens to anyone and does what he pleases. So far, he has always found his way through and mai...
After the President of USA, it is the first lady who is considered the most powerful in this planet and normally someone very special with immense credentials and success can be tagged into that category. One south Indian girl based in Bollywood has ...
The pattern of remakes has risen in the last few years and most importantly many Telugu movies are being remade into Hindi. Even the big stars of Bollywood are keen to work with proven scripts in Telugu. But this time, a small budget flick is heading...
You all know that Ladyfinger is a vegetable and in many households, mothers make their kids eat it citing it would sharpen their brain in mathematics. Now, one hot lady has revealed her experience with ladyfinger and she was also part of the same bri...
The rate at which the tough taskmaster S S Rajamouli is growing is phenomenal and so it is obvious that many among us would want to rub shoulders with him somehow. Now, the cine buffs have found a clue wherein they may get a chance to see him....
The only area you can connect rock star Devi Sri Prasad is music and songs. Given that, how can he be linked to a dead body and that too a heinous act like having sex with it? Well, it is not the rock star but the title of the movie which is Devi Sri...
It is a good feeling to be in position of power, fame and reputation but it also comes with its share of responsibilities. You are answerable to certain people and especially those who have belief in you. By any chance you overlook their issues then ...
Though it is not really necessary any form of publicity is always a plus for a movie and this time, the makers of the magnum opus Baahubali are getting some extra publicity with a touch of controversy. This is being contributed by the Kannada Rakshan...
Once you develop a strong positive impression on a filmmaker, anything he says and does generates interest. And when the same person starts talking about his upcoming project, the curiosity and expectations start building up....
Though the entertainment industry is all about creativity and imagination, there are certain rules and regulations that need to be adhered to because at the end of the day, it is all about business and revenue. And where there is money involved, ther...
The latest and hottest topic raging currently is the issue between maestro Ilaiyaraaja and singer S P Balasubrahmanyam and the legal notice issued by the former. While each one has their own perception, here is something which is closer to the truth ...
The Indian cinema has seen many stalwarts and legends in its fold but it takes someone special to be called as the God of Indian cinema. The tough taskmaster S S Rajamouli is currently being tagged with that title because of his credentials....
It is true that you need to have the right talent, work hard to achieve your goal and only then fame comes to you. However, there is also another way, if you can attach yourself to something or someone already successful then the attention is more on...
Once you become a superstar you must ensure that you offer something new and different each time you come up with a movie. It is expected because superstars tend to come either once in a year or once in two years with their projects....
These days when you hear the name of Raju from Tollywood you can only remember the producer Dil Raju. However, before he came to limelight, another Raju ruled the roost. He is none other than M S Raju and right now his son is coming under discussion....
When you have a bug of humour inside you, even the most serious of the scenes or images can be interpreted into something light. Ever since the social media has gone active, many creative minds keep coming up with hilarious observations and analysis....
It is not necessary that only those films which work at the box office tend to create an impact on the audience and society. Even those which have tanked tend to give strong messages to the viewers. One film which came recently is doing that....
The moment you start seeing the pictures of a star kid during events or any other thing, you can infer that it is time for that kid to make his/her entry. Most of you may not know the name Shivani right now but then she happens to be the daughter of ...
When you are working in a company or an industry, someone who is younger to you does something special then it is imperative you experience a pang of jealousy. Such a thing happens a lot in the entertainment industry and here is an instance....
You might be exposed to a lot of things thanks to the information available online but then there is one thing you can never beat, that is experience. Hence, those who have taken Gyan from seniors have evolved to be more mature and ready for life....
In case you are still having any doubts on the viability and demand of the web series then here is one instance which should close this matter. The eccentric genius Ram Gopal Varma is currently canning an interesting web series and here is an update....
You can call it a boon or bane but if there is one thing that works in India strongly that is lobbying. Most of the times, the lobbying happens for vested interests but there are also times when such things happen purely out of passion towards an art...
Though we are in the most modern era and growing with each passing day in technology, our value system and religious beliefs still remain the same. As a result, the religious intolerance has risen strongly. In this aspect, it is the film folks who be...
When you are equipped with the right kind of looks and the proportionate acting quotient, it takes the right kind of film to catapult your image and career. There are many instances wherein one film changes the life of an actor or actress. The same h...
Being the member of the film fraternity, you would expect success and good wealth as a producer but truth is, there are many who are delighted when they get some form of recognition or appreciation. It is all about passion towards the art than anythi...
Sambar for all of us is the spicy fluid we have with our rice and is part of the authentic south Indian cuisine. However, it has another context also. The Tamils are usually referred to the Sambar people because they love to have it in every food ite...
Given the impact and expectations the magnum opus Baahubali has set it is obvious that you would expect the makers to give it the best possible release. Also, given the quality of its making you wish it would release in international market and score...
With technology taking different steps towards development, new entities and forms are emerging. This is especially in the entertainment sector. As part of that, a new entity called Yupp TV has come into vogue and this is meant for online entertainme...
As a heroine it is hard to have a long shelf life and also sustain it with the right kind of looks and demand. Many deserving beauties have faded within no time but one starlet has proved to be an exception. She is none other than the awesome beauty ...
From many decades, the tradition followed in Tollywood has been organizing an audio release event which was also conveying about the release. Eventually, the film was releasing in a fortnight after the audio function and songs would have spread in th...
When you see a hero with six pack abs you get that rush of adrenaline and machismo and expect some fight sequences onscreen. However, imagining a six pack hero doing comedy is an altogether new experience. This treat was given by Sunil albeit in a di...
You may not have great opportunities as a hero but if you have done one film which became a cult hit then you will always be remembered with that reference. Few years ago, the film Happy Days did the same to its lead cast. Among them emerged the milk...
The power of the magnum opus 'Baahubali' and the way it has become the talk of the town is known to you. But with each passing day, the effect is spreading across four corners of the nation. Now, the political leaders are also taking a cue from the f...
You might be part of the industry since long with many credentials but then your next project always depends on the success of your existing project. Even the big league heroes are no exemption to it and currently all eyes are on one senior hero's fi...
The backbone for business in the TV and web world is the TRP rating and irrespective of what flavor it is, almost all entities go for it. The demand for such programs keep changing from time to time and right now one man has become the hot property f...
It has been a while since the movie Snehageetam released but its context keeps popping up now and then, thanks to the heroes of that movie. While Sundeep Kishan is heading to target the big league, the talk now is about another hero of the same movie...
For many decades Tollywood has been the chosen destination for aspiring beauties across the nation. In return, even Tollywood has been quite cognizant of fresh beauties and was quick to capture them and bring them to Telugu screens. The time has come...
You know well that it took a marathon time for megastar Chiranjeevi to plan his comeback. Whether it was the director, the story or its shooting, there was a massive delay but finally he arrived with the movie Khaidi No 150 and that too with a bang....
Unlike the rest of the obituary news, the demise of Nitin Kapoor, husband of Sahajanati Jayasudha, came as a shock but the buzz around it has been very less. Normally, all media channels do maximum coverage but this time things happened in a rather l...
You are well aware that the strategy of pre release publicity has changed and you get to see about a film right from the first look to teasers to trailers and what not. However, that doesn't mean the film will work because at the end of the day conte...
It is not often that you see directors entering production and distribution line and even those who have attempted it have not really succeeded. However, one man has proved to be an exception. He is none other than Karan Johar, the boss of Dharma Pro...
The magnum opus Baahubali has one specialty, it has given a certain prominence to each character and the screen time doesn't matter. One such character is that of Aslam Khan, the Afghan warrior king. This was essayed by Kicha Sudeep and here is the u...
When the first part came, the magnum opus Baahubali created a storm at the box office and the entire nation was gripped by its mania. As a result, the expectations have surpassed the sky for the second part Baahubali-The Conclusion and here is an int...
When you are watching a movie in theatre and few scenes remind you of a film that came many years ago, it brings a sense of nostalgia. Few filmmakers don't really delve into the subject but focus on giving it that past touch....
You know well that the dynamics of cinema business has changed and most of the focus is on the opening day collections and eventually that weekend. As a result, when big hero movies come, most of the theatres are flooded with that movie....
Whenever you see growth coming to you in your career you can be rest assured that there would be those cheap minded individuals whose only job is to criticise you and bring you down. This happens a lot to film directors since their product is public....
There are some films which start emitting the fragrance of a hit even before they arrive in theatres so the wait for such flicks is rather high. However, when luck is not in your side all you have to do is lie low and wait for the good phase to begin...
Your vote for your favourite heroine may change from time to time because the number of beauties keeps changing every now and then. Despite that, there are always those one or two beauties who become your permanent favourites and dream queens....
When asked about your perception of superstar Mahesh Babu you would say he is a superstar, a leading name in brand endorsement and other charity acts. However, associating Mahesh's name with a TV does come as a surprise but here is the update....
Time and again we have spoken about how important a title is for a movie and there is a lot of exercise that goes behind before locking it. The efforts are much more when the movie has a star hero. Given that, the title of one film has been raising e...
When you look at the statistics and historical data, it has been proved that the success ratio for sequels has not been great for films of any language. Even those movies which involved big heroes failed to work at the box office....
From the last few weeks you would have been seeing the news on how the director for the much talked about biopic of the great N T Rama Rao is yet to be finalized and the hunt is on. It is heard that the makers had approached one veteran filmmaker....
You are well aware that the short film mania is currently high on the internet and each day hundreds of short films get uploaded. Now, the cinema industry folks themselves are coming up with their own short film contests and here is the reason why....
The shelf life of heroines is very small so they have to make the most of it during their tenure. Point is, each day there are many beautiful faces visiting Tollywood folks and their objective is to get a break and eventually grow. But here is the in...
It is not just sufficient that you pick up a script which has good content and impressive storyline. As a hero, you need to ensure that your look and style also has to change. Those who have done this have been successful at the box office....
There was a time when you were all pumped up when you discovered that a well known star hero or heroine is doing a guest appearance in a movie. While that was meant for entertainment purpose, these days the intent is more about making money....
Though the Indian cinema has grown by leaps and bounds when it comes to glamour quotient and skin show, Tollywood circuit has been somewhat conservative. The steamy skin shows don't happen so rampantly like in Bollywood....
You would agree with us when we say the small screen industry has become more powerful and sought after medium for the public than the silver screen. In lieu of that, the Tollywood biggies tend to do their maximum campaigning on the TV channels for t...
After a marathon wait and endless discussions, you have now got to hear about the Nandi awards being organized by the state of Andhra Pradesh. Now that they have been announced, all eyes have now shifted towards the Telangana Simha awards....
Ever since the bifurcation has taken place, the state of Andhra Pradesh is going on a war footing to ramp up its cities and first in the list is Vizag. There has been a phenomenal change in the ambience and the infrastructure of the steel city....
Just like you tend to form an image and impression about a hero or a director you also tend to do the same for a heroine. Normally, that image would be of a beautiful girl, a hot siren, the innocent girl next door but picturizing an actress as an act...
Heroines come in aplenty but it is only those one or two who remain in your hearts forever and rule the industry for a long time. One such person is Athiloka Sundari Sridevi and lately she is on a comeback mode with some heroine centric storylines....
Some of you may have faced this experience wherein you come across a comedian in real life and he turns out to be either a moody or reserved guy with some attitude. So, there is a stark difference between actors in their reel and real life....
When you are planning the release of your film it is important you see for the right slot and avoid if many movies are releasing around the same time. However, the Tollywood folks are not taking that backstep because they are confident of one season....
There is a fine line between conviction and confidence and most of the films that are made come under the former category. The very few which come under the second category end up as hits at the box office. You tend to get the vibes while shooting it...
Imagine you are eagerly awaiting for something or someone with a very happy intent and it is taking its own sweet time to come to you, what happens. The first stage is impatience followed by frustration and eventually anger. This obviously leads to r...
You could be making good money as an actor or actress but you need to remember that this line is all about luck and getting opportunities on time. Realizing that, some of them are diversifying into other businesses with the money they made....
Heroes doing certain characters are commonly found onscreen and normally they are seen as college students, cops or at the most smart businessmen. However, heroes doing certain rare roles always stand apart and it earns them big accolades....
As an actor or actress it is important for you to stay in spotlight because visibility quotient is the most crucial aspect in the film industry. Due to that, different strategies are applied by different artists but sometimes few of them earn limelig...
The most important requirement for you to be in part of the film fraternity is, you need to be physically fit and also maintain health so that you can have a longer innings. This is usually applicable for the actors and actresses but even the other m...
From many years we have been used to a certain format of pre release publicity by the films and the key aspect in that was the audio release function. This was done in the grandest way possible especially those movies featuring the big star heroes....
In order to ensure that your film gets the maximum attention before release, various forms of pre release stuff such as teasers, posters, trailers are required. However, there are those times when just one picture is sufficient to create a huge buzz....
'Actions speak louder than words'- this is one proverb which is many decades old but even today every word of it is true. There are those among us who say something but their actions convey something else. You tend to find such individuals in good nu...
You have the privilege of choosing any number of beauties as your favorite heroines but among them, there are those rare breed who stand apart. They remain in your hearts as fantasy queens for the rest of your life. That is the kind of power and char...
Some films have sufficient star power to generate the buzz but sometimes there is something else that surpasses the star power feature. It is the concept and the innovation in the plot. It is being noticed now with the new movie tentatively titled as...
In the last decade, you would have noticed that many hit films of other languages tend to get remade or dubbed into Tollywood. While some have clicked to become big hits others sank without a trace. However, there is one fundamental that must be reme...
You might be under the impression that shaping up a biopic is not a challenging task because you just have to reproduce real life in reel. But it is not that simple. There is a lot of research that goes in and you need to have the wisdom to decide wh...
We are currently going through the phase of biopics and Tollywood is also ramping up such projects in a big way. The most talked about biopic right now is 'Mahanati' which is based on the life of Mahanati Savitri. Her life was a rollercoaster ride on...
After completing the shooting of a film you had the roadmap clear for the way forward and the pre release promotions had a key moment in the form of audio release. This function is all about sending a strong message to the public that a movie is arri...
Though a lot is being spoken about the magnum opus Baahubali and its impact, it appears that nothing seems to be sufficient. This is because each day its power is being seen in a different angle. The latest is about the live telecast of the audio eve...
It is a common scenario on the silver screen wherein you see heroes lifting heroines during songs and dance sequences. As such, it takes lot of strength and stamina to lift the beauties and you cannot expect a senior actor to do the same with a senio...
The clock is ticking for the most sought after and much awaited movie of the season to arrive. We are talking about the magnum opus 'Baahubali-The Conclusion' and it is locked for release on April 28th. While that is one side, the business front has ...
From a long time you have noticed that Tollywood or Bollywood has been taking Hollywood as inspiration for storylines or special scenes. That tradition would continue but then it is important to consider the nativity aspect and taste of the local aud...
There was a time when you had the least empathy or admiration for a villain in a movie and your favoritism was for the hero. While the support still stands, the baddies have slowly emerged from that image and are creating a new glamorous and impressi...
Though none of them have openly stated it, you would have noticed that there has been a sudden surge in period movies and that too with heavy budgets. The underlying message coming from Bollywood and other industries is, to defeat one Telugu movie....
After watching a particular heroine in number of movies it is obvious that a certain image and impression of hers would be formed in your mind which is hard to erase. However, when the starlet decides to experiment with her image in a contrasting man...
You might be delighted when you score a success with your movie but you would be on cloud nine if you are able to create a record with the same project. It could be of any form but a record is a record. Now, the wizard of words Trivikram Srinivas may...
You can become the biggest of star heroes with no breathing space in your daily life but if given a chance you would like to unwind or get nostalgic once a while. Superstar Mahesh Babu is constantly on his toes owing to his shoot schedules and endors...
When you are planning for a big budget project or a project with a star hero you ensure that everything you choose is something different from the rest. Despite that, there are those times when coincidences do happen and it leads to a discussion....
As a top league music director, your studio would be flooded with producers and directors and it is natural that you cannot churn out tunes in a jiffy because it requires a lot of creative juice. Many a times, the directors have to wait for the tunes...
Some of you may not be knowing this but then when the great N T Rama Rao was doing mythological characters like Rama or Krishna, he refrained from eating meat and it is heard that he used to sleep on the floors. He used to follow a strict discipline ...
There are certain filmmakers in the industry who are good at springing surprises and when you watch their movies, you can be certain they will introduce a highly talented artist or something new. Leading in that list is the maverick Mani Ratnam....
Just few days ago, the delicate beauty Bhavana was all over the headlines and almost every member from the film fraternity were rallying behind her. This had to do with the alleged kidnapping of this starlet along with an attempted sexual assault....
You might fancy the idea of being a star kid because it gives you a pre arranged popularity and some mileage beforehand but here is the stark side of it, the pressure to meet expectations beats this all. It is never easy being a star kid and here is ...
Unlike the rest of the star heroes in Tollywood, Nandamuri Natasimham Balakrishna has a separate image and place. It is not just about the family legacy he carries but Balayya stands apart when it comes to his personal beliefs and sentiments. This ha...
When power star Pawan Kalyan is preparing to arrive with his movie, the heat starts building up much before it releases and the mania keeps increasing with each passing day. And when his movie shows promise before its release, the temperatures keep s...
We are now entering yet another summer and since the blistering heat is going to roast us thanks to the global warming we are creating, we might seek refuge in the AC theatres watching movies. Cognizant of that, the big budget flicks capture the enti...
You might be a big film celebrity or a popular film personality but truth remains that at the end of the day you are also human and you would have your share of wants and wishes. So, film folks tend to have their favorite joints especially when they ...
From the last few days the most interesting topic that would have grabbed your attention is the hashtag Suchi Leaks. This happens to be some shocking personal revelations from the Twitter handle of singer Suchitra Karthik regarding big heroes of the ...
For almost all of you, the waiting would be on to catch the magnum opus Baahubali-The Conclusion on the silver screen. The release date has been locked as April 28th and you would be marking the date in your calendars without fail. But here is an int...
They say that you must not believe in things unless you hear it from the horse's mouth and that holds very true for the news related to the film fraternity. If you are a star hero then there will be ample speculations making rounds about your project...
Once you become a director for a promising movie it is obvious that every event related to the film will draw its focus on you. And if you happen to be a star director then such limelight would be much higher. But one incident is happening which has ...
To those of you ladies out there, yesterday was a significant day wherein your essence and identity were resurrected to the maximum. At the same time, all those men who are in love with you expressed their best wishes and support for the future....
So far the image of the cute smile queen Samantha you have is, she is a very cute girl who can fit into glamour as well as girl next door roles comfortably. She is also a fine performer who knows how to give different variations to her character....
Expectations will certainly be high when a film comes from prestigious production house. Curiousity levels obviously get multiplied, if a film rolls out as joint venture from two popular production housrd....
You tend to become a brand by yourself when you choose to do things differently and in a field like the film industry, that recognition comes quickly. Hence, despite the presence of many filmmakers, only a few stand apart and create a separate identi...
It has been a long wait for most of us to catch a glimpse of the magnum opus Baahubali-The Conclusion after the Tsunami created by the first part. But now the gap is shortening as the tough taskmaster S S Rajamouli has started his wave of attack....
You may go wherever you want and become a very big person but if there is one thing you cannot escape that is your past. The same applies to your relationships as well and sometimes few past relations tend to bounce back to bring you some tough times...
Once you start your career as a director it is obvious that you would dream to work with a superstar and give him a big hit. But for that to happen, your story should have that kind of ammunition and the 'Hatke' material to appeal to the star hero....
Conventionally there are many genres that you would like to watch as a film lover but among them, you will have a special place for a certain type of movies. When it comes to spy thrillers, that special attention and interest would always be there....
You don't need any introduction on the mania power star Pawan Kalyan creates across the audience and all genres tend to get appealed by it. And then there are those who imbibe the mannerism of Pawan into them and create an image for themselves....
You could be from a very influential family with the right kind of connections and this gives you the privilege of more number of opportunities. However, if you don't prove yourself there will come a point when you would have to pack your bags and tr...
It doesn't matter which industry you are, the basic truth is, change is the name of the game and as long as new things keep coming in, the enthusiasm and the variety aspect is stimulated. This need is much higher in the entertainment industry especia...
You would have come across us mentioning how actresses and directors who find an entry into the mega compound tend to stick around for a while owing to the number of star heroes in that family. The same question has now risen regarding one senior dir...
You would be quite excited when you hear that your favorite heroine is coming up with a new release but your excitement doubles when she is coming up with an unusual genre and that too as the protagonist. Lately, few south Indian heroines have gotten...
There is a very good reason why you are called the captain of the ship when you become a director. You become the sole responsibility for the entire project to happen and any discrepancy will take its first toll on you. Directors tend to face challen...
For you to be successful, you need to be good at judging the scripts and with the right team, your success ratio can be strong. On the other hand, you also need to be careful not to get typecast with image. Very few heroes are cognizant of this reali...
Reading the headline might get you a lump in your throat if you are a fan of stylish star Allu Arjun and live in Hyderabad. However, let us give you the full details and ease the situation. Bunny's base is very much Hyderabad and it would remain the ...
From a long time the members of the film fraternity have considered the social media to be a boon because it is the best platform for them to connect to their fans and followers. At the same time, it is also the best tool to create a buzz and publici...
You tend to work hard as an actor to earn the acceptance of the audience and the efforts are much more when you have to do it with viewers of different states. There are a very few set of actors who have been successful in doing that....
Even if you are a big star, your movie would have a certain set of experienced technicians especially in departments of music, fights etc. However, superstar Mahesh Babu has gone in for a very different package and the man responsible for that is the...
To those of you who do not hail from the north, the phrase 'Kohni Maar' might sound alien but allow us to share its meaning. 'Kohni Maar' means elbowing someone out of the way and moving forward and right now many ladies including actresses are votin...
Among the key ingredients that constitute a commercial potboiler, the most important is the glamour quotient. As a director, you need to ensure that your leading ladies are the prettiest and offer the much needed eye feast especially during the song ...
You know for a fact that there are many instances wherein Tollywood has taken inspiration from Hollywood in terms of few scenes, the styling or some other aspect. However, with audience becoming more demanding and less patient, another aspect is bein...
The fundamental to maintain a healthy success graph is for you to understand your limitations and strengths and use them in the required manner. This is much more needed if you are a hero because it is a very visual line of work. Those who do it righ...
You need not score success constantly as a filmmaker to become a brand. All you need is those occasional flicks which create a huge impact on the industry and the audience. Tollywood has few names like that and one among them is creative genius Krish...
After working in three or four movies as a hero, there is a certain image you tend to form among the public. This also leads to the risk of being typecast. However, some heroes don't want to get into that rut so they keep experimenting with their ima...
It is not sufficient if you have star power and a good movie on hand, it is important that you also know how to position your film's release and only then the business works. Natural Star Nani is currently hot property in Tollywood but he is not negl...
Whenever a star hero is preparing for his movie it is obvious that you would know who is going to be the antagonist. Normally, it would be one among those tried and tested villains. For a long time, senior actor Mukesh Rishi was the hot favorite for ...
Among the many films that come in, you would have your eyes set on a particular movie for reasons of your own. As audience, there is a common interest towards a certain set of movies. One such film is now being awaited eagerly by the cine buffs....
'Getting inside the skin of the character' this is a phrase you tend to hear from many actors and actresses but only a very few follow it religiously. The likes of Mr Perfectionist Aamir Khan, Universal Star Kamal Haasan, Naseeruddin Shah, Manoj Bajp...
You would be no longer surprised about the multiple releases phenomena happening on every Friday in Tollywood. The number of movies which are coming like a flood has increased this month because the next month belongs to the biggies....
So far, the perception and impression you have about the movie Katamarayudu is that it has been made on a rustic backdrop and since power star Pawan Kalyan would be seen as a factionist of sorts, the entire feel of the movie would be with ample nativ...
The Friday that has gone by saw the release of three movies ? Gunturodu Dwaraka and Kittu Unnadu Jagratha. Whenever there is a multiple release happening, it is obvious that this would cause a dent to the opening day collections for all the movies in...
Today we might be speaking of directors like S S Rajamouli, Boyapati Srinu or the young talents like Tharun Bhascker but there was a time when one filmmaker was considered a major trendsetter. He is none other than Teja of 'Jayam' fame....
There is a very interesting equation that runs if you are an actor or actress. You might be on a hit streak and one flop can bring you down. Similarly, you might be in a flop streak and just one hit can turn the tide for you. Of course, you cannot af...
As an actor you can call yourself as a successful artist when you are able to win the hearts of one genre of audience, they are the family audience. This is the toughest segment to impress and getting them to the theatres is a major challenge....
The moment you start seeing the first look, the motion poster or the first teaser you start making certain judgments about a film and sometimes you would also conclude whether it is going to be a hit or a flop. Hence, these first phase of promos are ...
It is the most lovable family by many Telugu audiences and has maintained a zero controversy slate from many decades. On the other hand, they do their work without interfering in other matters and above all, the lady audience patronage for this camp ...
Your love and admiration for power star Pawan Kalyan can be seen each time his film hits the theatres and the fact that a cult by name 'Pawanism' has emerged reiterates it. As an actor, Pawan Kalyan carved a niche for himself with his offbeat manneri...
The chances of a film being successful get reduced when it fails to do the right kind of publicity and then there are those movies which create a huge noise and yet fail to create an impact. But one movie seems to have got a sudden positive talk afte...
While it is true that we have grown as an industry and coming up with high quality movies, it is also true that it getting to the scale of Bollywood is going to be tough. On the other hand, getting into Bollywood or making an impact there is also con...
Once the pre production of a movie is done and the shooting begins, it is expected that you will wrap up the whole thing within four to five months and get it ready for release. If it is a big star movie, you can add another additional month or so....
The one word you would have been hearing a lot since the last week is demonetization. The way the currency ban has shook the entire nation made it the hottest topic among different circles of people....
On paper we might beat our chest with pride that India is a country which is very rich in agriculture and farmers are the backbone....