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The Telugu film industry is getting ready to celebrate the 'Diamond Jubilee' of the Telugu cinema from January 26 to 28 on a grand scale and in a never before manner. It may be recalled here that the Telugu cinema had completed 75 years by 2006. The Diamond Jubilee celebrations committee led by Dr D Ramanaidu is working hard to make the programme a grand success. Artistes and technicians of all the 24 departments in the film industry are working day and night for the arrangements and practicing for the cultural programmes. As part of the programme, an excellent song was scripted by Suddala Ashok Teja and was recorded under the musical direction of Devisri Prasad. The song was choreographed on all the top heroes and some heroines and the shooting was held under the directorial supervision of K Raghavendra Rao and Krishnavamsi. The shooting of the song was also completed by Friday. The cultural programmes include, a live martial arts play by Power Star Pawan Kalyan, Balakrishna to play a role of Duryodhana in a stage play to be showcased during the programme. Funds were also collected on a large scale to organise the programme to avoid any problem and to hold the programme without any compromise. The Telugu film industry is the second largest film industry in the country and for the first time, such celebrations are being conducted. Several senior artistes would be felicitated on the occasion. MusicMazaa appeals to all the individuals who are related to the film industry to ensure the programme a big hit.
Diamond at heart of royal upheavals up for sale
A diamond coveted by kings, queens and princes for centuries, used to reinforce alliances between nations and pawned to pay off royal debts goes on sale at Sotheby's in Geneva on May 15. The auction house called the "Beau Sancy" "one of the most important historic diamonds ever to come to auction," reflecting its part in the fluctuating fortunes of Europe's royal families for more than 400 years. The stone, a 35-carat modified "pear double rose cut" diamond belonging to Georg Friedrich, Prince of Prussia and head of the former ruling dynasty of the German empire, is expected to fetch $2-4 million. "It's a stone that appeals to me greatly as a survivor of all those tumultuous events," said David Bennett, chairman of Sotheby's jewelry in Europe and the Middle East. "Stones from royal collections hardly ever appear at auction. In my career this is an absolute one-off," he told Reuters by telephone from New York. Bennett, who sold a pink diamond for $46.2 million in 2010 which was a record for any jewel at auction, said estimating the value of a stone like the Beau Sancy was difficult given its rarity. The diamond originated from the mines in India near Golconda and was acquired by Nicolas de Harlay, Lord of Sancy, in Constantinople in the 1500s, explaining its name. In 1604 it was bought for 75,000 livres by French king Henry IV as a gift for his wife, Marie de Medici. JEALOUS QUEEN? According to Sotheby's, the queen had long coveted the stone, especially after learning that de Harlay had sold a larger diamond called the Sancy and now part of the Louvre Collection to King James I of England. Henry IV was assassinated in 1610, and after years of rivalry between Marie and her son King Louis XIII, she was eventually exiled in disgrace. She escaped to the Netherlands, and to settle her debts her possessions were sold, including the Beau Sancy which was acquired by Prince Frederick Henry of Orange-Nassau for 80,000 florins, the largest expenditure in the state budget of 1641. In the same year, the diamond was used as a sweetener to help seal the wedding of Frederick's son William to Mary Stuart, daughter of King Charles I of England. Following Mary's death in 1660, the Beau Sancy was pawned to settle her debts, but in 1677 the stone reentered the Treasure of the House of Orange-Nassau following the wedding of William III to Mary II Stuart. The couple ascended the throne of England in 1689, meaning the Beau Sancy entered the collection of the Queen of England, but since the couple had no children, the diamond returned to the Netherlands. From there it moved to the Prussian monarchy in 1702, becoming the principal ornament of the new royal crown of Prussia, but its dramatic story did not end there. The diamond remained in Berlin after the last king of Prussia fled to exile in November, 1918 at the end of World War One, and at the end of World War Two it was transferred to a bricked-up crypt for safe-keeping. British troops found the stone and returned it to the estate of House of Prussia, where it has remained ever since.
Telugu film's Diamond Jubilee in January
The prominent personalities in the Telugu film industry have decided to celebrate the Diamond Jubilee Celebrations of the Telugu Cinema to mark the completion of 75 years. During these 75 years, the film industry had noticed many stalwarts and great film artistes, technicians, besides there are hundreds of classics. The programme would be held for three days on January 26, 27 and 28. To give details about the programme, Movie Artistes Association president K Nagendra Babu, Movie Moghul D Ramanaidu, Mallikarjuna Rao, KS Rama Rao, KC Shekhar Babu and Sagar met the film journalists. Nagababu says, 'We have decided to make the function a grand success to mark the completion of the Diamond Jubilee of the Telugu Cinema. All the members of MAA would cooperate in this regard.' Ramanaidu says, 'During these 75 years the Telugu Film Industry had introduced several stalwarts to the audiences. They include NTR, ANR, SV Ranga Rao, Savitri, Chiranjeevi and many others. So as a fitting tribute, we are planning to celebrate the Diamond Jubilee celebrations on a grand scale on January 26, 27 and 28 and make it a memorable event. We have also decided to felicitate 70 artistes in this regard. The Telugu Cinema Diamond Jubilee Celebrations would be organized by all the 24 departments in the Telugu film industry.'
Song to mark Diamond Jubilee
It is well aware that the Telugu film industry had completed 75 years by 2006 and is entering into 76th year. In all these 75 years, the industry had provided employment to lakhs of people and gave shelter to thousands of artistes and technicians. So, the film personalities have decided to celebrate the Diamond Jubilee for three days between January 26 and 28 at Hitex grounds on a grand scale. Efforts are on to make the function a grand success. A total of 24 departments are coming forward to showcase their talents. On the occasion, a song is going to be screened to praise the occasion. The song scripted by Suddala Ashok Teja denoted the shining glory of the Telugu Film Industry. The song was choreographed on top stars of the Telugu film industry including Mega Star Padma Bhushan Chiranjeevi, Yuvaratna Balakrishna, Victory Venkatesh, Yuva Samrat Ngarjuna, Power Star Pawan Kalyan, Prince Maheshbabu, Young Tiger NT Rama Rao, Young Rebel Star Prabhas, Energetic Star Raviteja, and Jubilee Hero Srikanth. The song was shot under the direction of K Raghavendra Rao and Krishnavamsi. This song would be a feast for the eyes of the fans who wanted to see a multi-starrer film during this Diamond Jubilee Celebrations. Chief convener of the Diamond Jubilee Celebrations Committee says, 'This song could be screened or rendered during all the film related functions including film launches, audio launches, 100 days functions etc. on the lines of 'Vandemataram', Janaganamana' and Maa Telugu Talliki'' songs as it is being prepared to explain the glorious history of the Telugu film industry. Even the song would be useful for the centenary celebrations of the Telugu Cinema after 25 years.' Devisri Prasad had tuned the song.
All set for Diamond Jubilee fete of Telugu Cinema
The Telugu film industry is getting ready to celebrate the Diamond Jubilee celebrations of the Telugu Cinema, which had completed 75 years by 2006. All the 24 departments in the film industry are working together to celebrate the three day event from January 26 to 28 on a grand scale in a never before manner. Several artistes would showcase their talents in different forms. Power Star Pawan Kalyan is going to display his might in Martial Arts, while Yuvaratna Balakrishna is going to enact the role of Duryodhana. Yuva Samrat Nagarjuna and Prince Maheshbabu would dance to popular numbers. The three day Diamond Jubilee celebrations would also have an exhibition of all the material that was used right from the beginning of the Telugu cinema. It will also feature the photographs and other material related to thespians like NT Ramarao and Akkineni Nageswara Rao. Besides these, artistes from various countries are performing on the stage. A song depicting the unit among the artistes and technicians and praising the Telugu cinema which was choreographed on all the top heroes and some heroines would be screened on January 28, the last day of the programme. Delegate passes are a must to watch the events and they were priced at Rs 10,000, Rs 5,000, Rs 2,000 and Rs 1,000. Bollywood heroine Kajole is also arriving to watch the event.
Mohanbabu vents anger at Diamond Jubilee
The Diamond Jubilee Celebrations to mark the completion of 75 years were held for three days on a grand scale. However, on the third and last day i.e., January 28, the situation turned sour for a couple of hours. On the third day, the organizers felicitated Dr D Ramanaidu and Dasari Narayana Rao who were the legends of the Telugu film industry. Then Chiranjeevi was invited to be felicitated as another legend. But Chiranjeevi politely refused to take the honour saying that he was not eligible for such an honour and sought the blessings of Y.S. Rajasekhar Reddy, Dasari Narayana Rao and Ramanaidu. However, he was felicitated, despite his refusal. Later, Mohanbabu was invited to the dais. But, he bluntly refused. After getting up the stage, he pulls his hand off Ramanaidu. Later, speaking on the occasion, Mohanbabu says, 'I came from a remote village. I was born in a normal farmers' family. I have three brothers and a sister. I started my career as a physical instructor in Madras for Rs 190 as a salary. However, I was removed from service because I am not belonging to their community. Then I worked as an assistant director for about 10 years. Then, I was given a chance as an artiste by Mr Dasari Narayana Rao and his wife Dasari Padma. They are like parents to me. I started my acting career with 'Swargam Narakam', which gave me a new lease of life. Later, I turned a producer and launched a banner 'Lakshmi Prasanna Pictures' and brought several Silver Jubilee films. It is our Big Brother, the late NT Rama Rao, who inaugurated the great banner. Later, I had got an opportunity produce a film with himself called 'Major Chandrakanth', which would remain a sweet memory among the Telugu audiences forever. I have produced a total of 47 films so far. I have also become a Rajya Sabha member with the blessings of NT Rama Rao. The entire Rayalaseema is a drought-prone area and there is no water for irrigation or for drinking. In such a drought-prone area of Rayalaseema, I started a huge educational institution on my own and is providing education to over 6,000 students and 900 lecturers. I am giving 25 per cent discount to the merit students without any discrimination on caste or religion lines. In my school application, there will be no column called 'Caste'. I played various characters including, hero, villain and character artiste, in over 500 films. In view of my long association with the film industry and my stature, the Diamond Jubilee Celebrations Committee representatives invited me for felicitation. However, they said that I am being felicitated not as a legend but as a celebrity. Now I would like to know the distinction between legend and celebrity. Let the organisers write a book giving details about the meaning and description of the words. Leave alone my felicitation, the way Krishnamraju and Vijayanirmala were celebrated was quite awkward. They were not properly honoured. Who are not legends. Giribabu had produced and acted in several films, EVV Satyanarayana had directed several silver jubilee films. Several people like this were not even invited to the function. Were these not legends. Coming to my issue. I had acted in over 500 films, became a Rajya Sabha member, produced over 47 films and even the Union government had recognized my services and named me for Padmasri. Am I not a legend?