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Police troubles for young Tollywood hero

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Actor Nikhil has been quite busy of late with charitable works. Earlier this month the Tollywood actor had arranged much-required remedesivir after a fan requested for Nikhil’s help on Twitter. Similarly, he has also been providing food and financial assistance to a number of people during this lockdown.

The actor however faced troubles recently when he was stopped by police for not carrying e-pass. He was delivering important medicines from Uppal to KIMS Minister Road in Hyderabad.

“Was on the way to deliver Emergency Life saving Medicines from Uppal to Kims Minister road… Inspite of providing the Prescription and patient details.. was stopped and asked to Get an Epass. Tried 9 times but the sever is down… I thought medical emergencies were allowed!!!,” he tweeted.

Telangana state is currently under lockdown with movement being allowed only between 6 AM to 10 AM. An E-pass is required for any kind of travel within the state. The Tollywood young hero had reportedly made multiple attempts to secure e-pass but failed to secure it.

No issues with Varun Tej says Ghani director

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Kiran Korapati, the director Varun Tej’s upcoming sports drama Ghani recently spoke to the media and cleared the air around the movie. The movie’s shoot was more than half completed when the pandemic stuck and stopped the works abruptly.

There were rumors over the past few days that Kiran and Varun Tej had creative differences and Varun was not happy with the way Ghani was shaping up. It was also reported that as a result of this tiff, the film’s unit had to dismantle a boxing ring set that was specially constructed in a private studio.

“I wonder where these rumours come from. Especially during these times of crises, I wonder how people have time to plant such rumours,” said the director stating there was no truth in the news.

“Recently, Varun even watched the rushes of the film so far and was delighted with the way it has shaped up. He has been a pillar of support for the film,” added Kiran. He also stated that the set was just dismantled and not entirely taken apart as being told in media. The set was dismantled only to save the rents, explained the director.

Rajya Sabha MP asks for a ban on Family Man 2

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Looks like troubles are not going to end soon for Raj and DK’s Amazon Prime Special Web Series Family Man2. With each passing day, the controversy over the yet to be released thriller is increasing.

The trailer of the web series was released earlier this week. While the trailer was appreciated by many, it also faced some harsh criticism.

Many Tamil users felt the series is showing the state in a bad light. Tamil Twitter users have been trending the hashtag #ShameonYouSamantha ‘#Familyman2_Against_Tamils’, and criticizing actress Samantha Akkineni for essaying the role of a Sri Lankan Tamil rebel named Raaji in the series. Users have taken offense to a scene which talks of a coalition between ‘ISI and rebels’.

Now the controversy has taken a bigger turn with Rajya Sabha MP, Vaiko writing a letter to Information and Broadcasting Minister Prakash Javedkar. The MP belonging to MDMK party wrote the letter seeking a ban on the soon to be released web series over it’s unfair depiction of Tamils and establishing links with ISI in the show.

The MP found the depiction of Samntha’s character in Family Man 2 as objectionable and offensive against the Tamil community. It now needs to be seen what step will the I&B Ministry take over Vaiko’s complaint

Sukumar comes up with Oxygen solutions for needy

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Director Sukumar has taken up the initiative of providing oxygen to the needy in the current pandemic situation. He has decided to set up an oxygen plant in his hometown in Razole, AP. This will provide additional help to combat the shortage of oxygen for the Covid-19 patients.

With the present Covid second wave taking a deadly turn celebrities are stepping up to help the needy. Sukumar has decided to contribute Rs 40 lakhs towards building a DOCS80 Oxygen generator plant.

Sukumar had initially planned to supply oxygen cylinders and concentrators to needy patients. However, the director decided to contribute another Rs 15 lakhs to build an oxygen plant. The plan is of generating mass production of oxygen to meet the demand, said a source close to the director

Sukumar is currently busy with Pushpa currently.  The action drama is shaping up really well with some big names joining the movies’ cast. Covid second wave has caused multiple delays to this much-awaited movie. The movie is slated to release on August 13th but the makers might be now looking for a later date as the shoot has seen multiple delays.

Tamil music director for NTR30

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Anirudh Ravichander’s popularity across the music industries needs no introduction. In a short span of time, the young music director has carved a niche for himself. He has worked with some of the biggest names in South India such as Rajinikanth, Ajith, Vijay and Pawan Kalyan. Now, as per the latest buzz, the ‘Master’ music director will be collaborating with Jr NTR for his upcoming NTR30.

Anirudh’s last couple of albums in Telugu, Jersey and Gangleader were well appreciated for their freshness and peppy tunes. This will be the first time the young music sensation will be working with Koratala Siva as well.

Director Koratala Siva has started pre-production works on much-awaited NTR30. Koratala is currently busy with Acharya which was scheduled to release last year and was postponed due to Covid. Now the movie has once again been postponed for a later date owing to Covid second wave. The makers are now aiming for an August release.

Meanwhile, Jr NTR is also busy with RRR right now and once the pandemic situation eases , he will join the sets to continue his portion for the period action drama. The RRR actor recently tested positive for Covid and has been under home quarantine for the past couple of weeks now.

The makers of NTR30 even announced that the movie will release on April 29, 2022. Kiara Advani will play the lead opposite NTR in this pan-India movie.

Akhanda team gearing up for Balakrishna’s birthday

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Every actor’s birthday is a special occasion for not just the actor himself but for the fans as well. The day is usually marked with celebrations and numerous events. However, it is the update on the actor’s ongoing film which makes the day even more special. Fans are now expecting a similar thing on Balakrishna’s birthday which falls on June 10th.

Last year on Balakrishna’s birthday the makers’ released a teaser titled BB3 first roar which impressed all with its rustic and massy vibe. This year the makers are planning a special single to mark the occasion.

Akhanda, which is being directed by Boyapati Srinu has garnered immense craze right from the day it was announced. The recently released teaser took the hype to another level where Balakrishna’s roaring screen presence and SS Thaman’s background music stood out.

The movie is the third one in Balakrishna and Boyapati combination after the hugely successful Simha and Legend. Akhanda will also star Pragya Jaiswal in the lead role. Dwaraka Entertainments banner will be bankrolling this fantasy action drama. The movie was originally scheduled for a May 28 release but Covid played a spoilsport delaying major portions of filming.

Acharya single starring Ram Charan to be out next

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Mega Power Star Ram Charan is busy with two big-ticket movies Acharya and RRR. The shoot of Acharya has run into multiple troubles due to the Covid second wave and has been postponed for now.

The movie is now looking to release in the August to October slot depending on the completion of Charan’s portion. Director Koaratala Siva in a recent interview revealed that a song featuring Ram Charan and Pooja Hegde will be out next. This song will be a romantic number featuring the couple.

Majority of the movie’s shoot has been completed and only 12 days of shoot is in balance, revealed Koratala

The unit of Acharya had recently announced that the release of the film is postponed for now. The announcement stated that a new date would be announced soon. The film was scheduled to release on May 13th. However, some portions to be filmed on Ram Charan are still in the balance. Although Charans’ role would be comparatively smaller in Acharya, his scenes are crucial to the story.

Directed by Koratala Siva, the movie is being jointly produced by Charan himself under the Konidela Production Company banner. The movie also stars Kajal Agarwal and in the lead role. Massive sets were erected in Marredumilli, Yellanadu, and Singareni Coal mines for some key scenes. This will be Chiranjeevi’s fourth on-screen collaboration with Charan after Magadheera, Bruce Lee, Khaidi no.150.

Super Star birthday plans

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Fans of Super Star Mahesh Babu are eagerly waiting for a surprise on May 31st. The date is quite monumental for both Mahesh as well as his fans as it happens to be the birthday of his father Super Star Krishna.

For the last many years Mahesh has been making some announcement or giving out some update or the other to mark Super Star Krishna’s birthday. Fans are hoping this year is no different from previous years and that they will get a glimpse or any update on Sarkaru Vaari Paata.

This year Sarkaru Vaari Paata makers will be revealing the first look of the action thriller. After the announcement poster that released earlier, fans are eager to see Mahesh’s new look from the movie.

Last year on May 31st, On the occasion of Super Star Krishna’s birthday, Mahesh Babu announced Sarkaru Vaari Paata. The team launched a pre-look and announced the main crew. The pre-look has been received well with Mahesh sporting long hair, a tattoo, and an earring.

It was also rumoured that Mahesh- Trivikram movie SSMB28’s title reveal would also happen on the same date. However, that looks unlikely now.

Directed by Parasuram Petla, Sarkaru Vaari Paata stars Keerthy Suresh in the lead role opposite Mahesh Babuu. The music is being scored by SS Thaman. Mythri Movie Makers banner along with GMB Entertainments and 14 Reels are producing this action thriller.

Sonu Sood to come up with Oxygen plants in AP

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Sonu Sood is marching on with both his professional as well as philanthropic commitments simultaneously. The actor earlier today announced that he will be setting up Oxygen plants in Kurnool.

“Very happy to announce that the first set of my Oxygen Plants will be set up at Kurnool Government Hospital & one at District Hospital, Atmakur,Nellore, AP in the month of June!This would be followed by setting more plants in the other needy states! Time to support rural India,” he tweeted.

https://twitter.com/SonuSood/status/1396023740660535297

Ever since the pandemic stuck, Sonu Sood has been busy with a number of charitable activities. Earlier last year he arranged a bus back home for the migrant workers stuck in Mumbai. He also has been actively arranging hospital beds and oxygen for the needy in this Covid second wave.

Now with this Oxygen plant, he has joined Mega Star Chirajeevi in his quest to supply oxygen to rural India. Earlier on Friday, Chiranjeevi Charitable Trust announced that Mega Star is setting up an Oxygen Bank across various districts in the state.

Chiranjeevi comes forward to help out his villain in need

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Mega Star Chiranjeevi apart from his acting and stardom is also known as a man with a golden heart. The ‘Acharya’ actor over the last many years has been donating his time simultaneously to both acting and philanthropic activities.

The latest case is that of Tamil actor Ponnambalam. The actor who has also played the villain in Chiranjeevi’s Gharana Mugudu, Hitler, etc. has been suffering from a kidney ailment. Chiranjeevi immediately stepped forward and donated Rs 2 lakhs for the operation.

The news about Chiranjeevi’s help was revealed by Ponnambalam himself, who shared about the kind gesture of Chiranjeevi via video. The viral video has Ponnambalam thanking ‘Annayya’ Chiranjeevi for his timely help.

In 2020, the Mega Star set up a Corona Crisis Charity (CCC) last year to take care of the emergency needs of all the cine workers. Additionally, he recently announced that all the cine workers of Tollywood will be administered free COVID vaccine. Recently, the Mega Star announced the setting up of an Oxygen Bank. This will be functional in a weeks time across all the districts.