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Pawan Kalyan has lot of anger in him. Against the inequities and the injustices in the world around him. A sensitive man, Pawan often has talked in private about he feels about the whole thing. But now he will also be speaking about that in the open through his new film Satyagrahi ----Satyame Naa Ayudham. To be directed by him, Satyagrahi, launched with much fanfare on Saturday, is a movie about student politics and one man's crusade for justice. In spirit, the film's story will be what Pawan himself has been feeling in his longing for an equal society. Pawan, who normally keeps a low profile during his film launch, made it a point to speak in strong tones. That reflected his essential conviction and courage. Before anyone can think that the movie is just about politics, Pawan said it was his way fighting for justice for the average man. As we all have noticed, the songs in his movies reflect that spirit. 'Now I am doing that in a full-length movie,' he said. Pawan, who said that Chiranjeevi could not be present as because he was in Chennai, was, however, happy that those who are close to Chiru were present. The movie, in a nutshell, is about a student leader fighting against the politics entrenched in the system. The movie boasts of some of the best names in the Indian industry. A R Rehman is scoring the music while P C Sreeram cranks the film. A M Rathinam, whose Bangaram with Pawan is almost ready , produces it. The story, screenplay and direction is by Pawan himself. The launch was a big event with Dasari Narayana Rao, Allu Aravind, Venkatesh, Ramanaidu, V V Vinayak, Allu Arjun, Nitin and others at hand at the Annapoorna studios. Dasari Narayana Rao made the first clap while the camera was switched on by Allu Aravind. Dasari said there was power and style in whatever Pawan does. V V Vinayak pointed out that Pawan looked for new things. Satyagrahi is a manifestation of that spirit. Allu Aravind spoke about the fire in Pawan against injustice. 'To make a film like Satyagrahi needs lot of guts,'he said. He also opined that Bangaram would be a super hit. Venkatesh wished Satyagrahi becomes a big hit. A M Rathinam said 'Bangaram audio is super hit. It will be the same with Satyagrahi too. It will match the high expectations' He also announced that the movie was being made in Hindi, Telugu and Bengali. Among other present were Pawan's wife Renu and son Akiro.
Pawan Kalyan directs "Satyagrahi"
With Pawan's Bangaram all complete and his Annavaram with Super Good Movies in the pipeline, he has signed up for his next venture with AM.Ratnam, who is also producing Bangaram. The movie is titled "Satyagrahi". In addition to playing the lead, Pawan will also be directing Satyagrahi, which will have musical score by AR.Rahman and cinematography by PC.Sreeram. The Muhurat is on 25th March at 12.30 P.M in Annapoorna Studios Hyderabad. Stay tuned for more coverage on Musicmazaa.com!
Satyagraha' mints Rs.11.21 crore on opening day
Prakash Jha’s socio-political thriller “Satyagraha” managed to gross Rs.11.21 crore on its opening day. It is said to be the highest ever opening for the filmmaker. The movie, which features a stellar cast of Amitabh Bachchan, Ajay Devgn, Kareena Kapoor, Arjun Rampal, Manoj Bajpayee and Amrita Rao, released Friday. Made at a reported budget of Rs.50 crore, the movie is said to be getting a mixed response from critics and viewers. However, officials at UTV Motion Pictures, are hoping for a good weekend collection. "The film has taken a good start at the box office. It is being well-received by viewers all across age groups. As word spreads which is positive - we expect significant growth over the weekend," Gaurav Verma, director, India Theatrical Distribution, Studios, Disney UTV, said in a statement. "Satyagraha" reflects the uprising of the middle-class against a corrupt and unjust system.
My role puts together movement in 'Satyagraha': Kareena
Kareena Kapoor essays a journalist named Yashin in Prakash Jha's upcoming political thriller "Satyagraha". She says her character plays a key part in bringing together the entire movement shown in the film. "Yasmin kind of puts together the whole revolution, brings together the entire movement that we have (shown) in the film. It's strong, it's intense and I am happy that Prakashji thought of me for this role," the 32-year-old said here Wednesday from London via a video chat at the first look launch of the movie. Kareena also said she did not prepare much for the role. "There was not too much preparation because I am a director's actor, and I left everything to Prakashji. He guided me through the whole role, but I think there are influences of some journalists. Basically, very work-focussed and no time for love... That's basically Yasmin's character," she said. The actress says the role helped her understand the work pressures of a reporter. "Our film shows that when she (the reporter) is on field and during the time of the revolution, she stays true to her work no matter what the situation is. I understand that the media has to do their job, their job is to report and have constant stories to report all the time, no matter where and how," Kareena said. The first look of "Satyagraha" was launched globally Wednesday. While Amitabh Bachchan, Manoj Bajpayee, Amrita Rao and director Prakash Jha launched it in India, Kareena Kapoor and Ajay Devgn joined from London via video chat and the duo launched the movie's promo there. The film hits theatres Aug 23.
Kareena to go de-glam for 'Satyagraha' promotions
Kareena Kapoor, who plays a political journalist in "Satyagraha", will emulate her character in the movie and go de-glam during the promotions of the Prakash Jha-directed film. Kareena is usually seen in an ultra-glamorous avatar. But in the movie, she sports a simple kurta, pair of jeans and a stole. She will remain in the character's look for the promotions, which will begin a month before the film hits the screens Aug 30, said a source. This will be different from usual promotional events where Bollywood celebrities put their best foot forward in terms of fashion at public and media events. Recently, Vidya Balan was seen promoting her film "Ghanchakkar" in the garb of her loud character.
Kareena talks about 'romance' in 'Satyagraha'
Kareena Kapoor has locked lips on screen, and she has portrayed passionate romantic scenes in her various films. But she says she experienced a different "romance" while filming Prakash Jha's "Satyagraha", in which she is paired with Ajay Devgn. In the socio-political film, releasing Friday, Kareena plays a de-glamourised role of a journalist. She admits it was a unique experience for her. "When I was offered the part, it was exciting that I had been offered it considering that I had mostly done roles which were slightly romantic, with the song-and-dance," Kareena said here Tuesday. "But yes, there's even a romantic song in the film, and there is a bit of the holding hands, looking into each other's eyes that's the 'romance' in this film and yes, there's a romantic song in a Prakash Jha film," she added in a humorous vein. A romantic track, "Raske bhare tore nain" has been picturised on Ajay and Kareena for the film, and their chemistry is convincing. Kareena was here with the "Satyagraha" team for the launch of a book, "Satyagraha: The Story Behind the Revolution". She says after working in the film, the respect for journalists in her eyes, has increased. The actress also said she was "kl" about the role as she was always only used to holding the mike and answering journalists. "I am not used to summing up an entire story standing in tough situations and delivering lines as easy as what Prakash-ji writes (pun intended). But I enjoyed it," she added.