Telugu Cinema News
The latest Telugu film industry headlines, updates and announcements.
Prabhas Billa in panache
Prabhas is set to star in the Telugu remake of the Tamil blockbuster 'Billa,' with Anushka as the female lead. Meher Ramesh will direct the film, which is expected to launch on October 9th.
Sep 30, 2008
A house for Pavans Puli
Pawan Kalyan and SJ Surya reunite for 'Puli,' with regular shooting underway. A house set has been erected at Annapurna Studios for key scenes.
Sep 30, 2008
Mani Sharma scores background for 'Chinthakayala Ravi'
Mani Sharma has composed the background score for the upcoming film 'Chinthakayala Ravi,' starring Venkatesh, Anushka, and Mamtha Mohandas. Vishal-Shekhar handled the main music.
Sep 30, 2008
'Mr.Gireesham' comes yare
Ramyakrishna and Krishna Bhagwan star in 'Mr. Gireesham,' a modern adaptation of Gurajada Appa Rao's classic character. The film has completed 70% of its shooting and is set for a November release.
Sep 29, 2008
'Kothulu' twines Puri Jagannath - Sairam Shankar
Puri Jagannath will direct his brother Sairam Shankar in a new film titled 'Kothulu', produced by Aditya Ram Movies. This project follows Jagannath's current work on 'Neninthe' and a planned film with Mahesh Babu.
Sep 29, 2008
Puri RaviTeja's 'Neninthe' on December 18th
Puri Jagannath and Ravi Teja reunite for 'Neninthe,' a film where Ravi Teja plays an assistant director. The movie, also starring debutant Siya, is set for a December 18th release.
Sep 29, 2008RGV's 'Raktha Charithra' based on Faction
Ram Gopal Varma announces 'Raktha Charithra,' a new film exploring Rayalaseema factionalism with a realistic approach. The movie will feature a fresh cast and is produced by One More Thoughts and Zed 3 Productions.
Sep 29, 2008Surprising response to 'Raksha'
The supernatural thriller 'Raksha,' starring Jagapati Babu and Baby Neha, is enjoying unexpected box office success. Director Vamsi Krishna Akella and presenter Ram Gopal Varma expressed gratitude for the audience's positive reception at a recent press meet.
Sep 29, 2008
Teja's 'Keka' storms on 9th October
Director Teja's upcoming film 'Keka', featuring 36 new faces and a reverse screenplay, is set to release on October 9th for Dussera. Chakri composed the audio, launching October 1st.
Sep 29, 2008
Nithin's 'Drona' for Deepavali
Nithin's upcoming film 'Drona', co-starring Priyamani and directed by debutant Kumar, is in its final shooting stages at Annapurna Studios and is slated for a Deepavali release.
Sep 29, 2008
Uday Kiran accedes to do cameo
Actor Uday Kiran, known for 'Chitram' and 'Nuvvu Nenu,' is making a comeback after the success of 'Gunde Jhallumandi' and is open to cameo roles.
Sep 29, 2008
Priyamani parallels with Balakrishna
Priyamani is currently filming two movies alongside Balakrishna, making her the only actress to have worked with all active heroes from the Nandamuri family.
Sep 29, 2008Teja surfaces back with his unique tricks
Filmmaker Teja, known for trendsetting low-budget hits like 'Chitram', is back with a new film 'Keka', featuring 36 new artists and an experimental reverse screenplay.
Sep 27, 2008
'King' sailing smoothly aiming Dec 18
Nagarjuna's upcoming film 'King,' directed by Sreenu Vytla, is progressing rapidly with 60% of shooting complete. The movie, also starring Trisha and Dr. Srihari, is set for a December 18 release.
Sep 27, 2008
'KIKK' will see a January release.
Siddharth and Tamannaah's upcoming film 'Konchem Ishtam, Konchem Kashtam' (KIKK) is set for a January 2009 Sankranti release. Half of the production is complete, with a rain song currently being filmed.
Sep 27, 2008
'Kotha Bangaru Lokam' on October 9
Dil Raju's new production, 'Kotha Bangaru Lokam,' starring Varun Sandesh and Swetha Prasad, is set to release on October 9. The film's climax, featuring Varun and Prakash Raj, is rumored to have intense scenes similar to 'Bommarillu.'
Sep 27, 2008
Nithin with looks that can kill
Actor Nithin's stylish new look in the upcoming film 'Hero' is generating significant buzz after its trailer release. Directed by G.V. Sudhakar Naidu, the film is set to premiere on Dussera.
Sep 27, 2008Venkatesh inaugurates FX Labs 'Dance Challenge'
Actor Venkatesh launched FX Labs' new arcade game, 'Dance Challenge,' in Hyderabad. This new game, featuring 50 film songs, will be available in multiplexes and malls across India.
Sep 27, 2008