‘KGF 2’ producers to request AP govt for ticket price hike

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‘KGF 2’ producers to request AP govt for ticket price hike

With only a few days left over for the grand release of ‘KGF: Chapter 2’, the producers seem to be a bit worried about the ticket prices in the two Telugu states.

As the Yash-starrer doesn’t fall under the category of a regional movie in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, the producers are not quite sure about the ticket prices.

The producers of ‘KGF 2’ are trying to have talks with the AP government for a ticket price hike and have quoted that their film justifies the government’s condition for a hike as it is a pan-India film and higher than the Rs 100 crore budget.

However, there is no clarity if the AP government applies the budget quote for a Kannada movie, yet.

On the other hand, the team is not yet sure about ticket prices or hikes in Telangana as well.

‘KGF 2’ is a pan-India Kannada movie, which is made on a massive budget. Looking at the buzz and craze around the ‘KGF franchise, the distributors have bought the film for record amounts, sources suggest.

So, to make reasonable profits in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, the team needs to check on the current ticket prices in both the Telugu states.

Mahesh Babu does it again, comes to aid of 30 suffering children

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Mahesh Babu does it again, comes to aid of 30 suffering children

On the occasion of World Health Day, Telugu superstar Mahesh Babu organized financial help to save the lives of more than 30 children.

Mahesh Babu, besides delivering super hit movies, is also known for his generosity and philanthropy. Everyone is aware of the star’s help, as he sponsors heart surgeries for suffering children.

Recently, the ‘Murari’ actor sponsored 30 children, who underwent heart surgeries and interventions, with the help of doctors at Andhra Hospitals, Vijayawada, and Mahesh Babu Foundation.

Mahesh Babu’s wife Namrata Shirodkar Ghattamaneni took to her Instagram and thanked Biswa Bhusan Harichandan, the governor of Andhra Pradesh, for facilitating the event and lending his support as well.

Namrata’s Instagram post reads, “On the occasion of World Health Day today, 30 children underwent heart surgeries and interventions. The event was felicitated by hon’ble @governorap Sri Biswa Bhusan Harichandan garu.”

“Thank you team @andhrahospitals for your commitment to medical excellence and quality healthcare”, Namrata mentioned.

Namrata also shared a few pics, of the children who underwent the surgeries with the help of Mahesh’s financial support.

On the work front, Mahesh will be next seen in Parasuram Petla’s ‘Sarkaru Vaari Paata’.

Ram Charan and Jr NTR’s response to Rakhi Sawant while Karan ignores her

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Ram Charan and Jr NTR’s response to Rakhi Sawant while Karan ignores her

Actress Rakhi Sawant, who was present at the star-studded success party of ‘RRR’ in Mumbai, had taken the opportunity to interact with Ram Charan and Jr NTR.

Though it was a short conversation, the video of Ram Charan and NTR interacting with Rakhi has now become viral on social media.

The super excited Rakhi was spotted interacting with Ram Charan, as she congratulated him on the huge success of ‘RRR’. “Will you please do ‘Naatu Naatu’ step with me?”, Rakhi had requested Ram Charan.

As Ram Charan was among a huge crowd, he politely said that he could not dance.

Jr NTR, who was surrounded by hundreds of people, had also posed for a selfie video with Rakhi Sawant, as she is seen congratulating him for ‘RRR’.

This humble gesture by the biggest south Indian stars has caught much attention, as social media comments pour in.

Bollywood filmmaker Karan Johar, on the other hand, had ignored Rakhi while she was literally seen trying to talk to him. Social media users were left wondering why he acted so coldly towards the actress.

Ranveer reveals what he loves about Gujarat, playing Gujarati boy in ‘Jayeshbhai Jordaar’

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Ranveer reveals what he loves about Gujarat, playing Gujarati boy in ‘Jayeshbhai Jordaar’

Actor Ranveer Singh, who is playing a Gujarati once again on the big screen after essaying Gujarati Romeo in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s ‘Goliyon ki Raasleela – Ram Leela’, is thrilled about the prospect of getting ‘the same amount of love from Gujaratis across the world, all over again with his performance in the upcoming film ‘Jayeshbhai Jordaar’.

Ranveer says, “I’m playing a Gujarati boy again after Ram Leela, a film that gave me a mounting of a star in this industry. ‘Ram Leela’ showered me with incredible love from people, especially from Gujaratis across the world! Even now, when I meet any Gujarati, they always happen to mention how they loved my performance in Ram Leela.”

About his love for Gujarat, the superstar says, “I love everything about Gujarat – its culture, its vibrancy, its zeal to be the best, and most importantly its people. So, I was really inspired to become a Gujarati boy in ‘Jayeshbhai Jordaar’ and get the same amount of love from Gujaratis across the world, all over again.”

“I hope they love the film and love my performance in it. I have given it my all and I know we have a very special film to offer to them.”The much-awaited Yash Raj Films’ Jayeshbhai Jordaar’, also starring Arjun Reddy fame Shalini Pandey, who debuts on Bollywood’s big screen opposite Ranveer, has been directed by debutant Divyang Thakkar.

The film is releasing on May 13 worldwide.

Pankhuri Awasthi inspired by Aishwarya Rai for her role in ‘Gud Se Meetha Ishq’

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Pankhuri Awasthi inspired by Aishwarya Rai for her role in ‘Gud Se Meetha Ishq’

‘Gud Se Meetha Ishq’ actress Pankhuri Awasthi talks about taking inspiration from Bollywood actress Aishwarya Rai Bachchan for her role in the show.

Pankhuri says she premised her character Kaju from Bollywood actress Aishwarya Rai Bachchan’s character in the 1999 film ‘Taal’

The actress shares: “The title track of the show is very beautiful, and ‘Taal’ is the best in itself. When it comes to dancing to this song in the show, the first person who comes to mind is the renowned Bollywood actress Aishwarya Rai. Because no one could have envisioned this song better than her.”

“Especially when during my recent photo shoot for the show ‘Gud Se Meetha Ishq’ I was shown a picture of Aishwarya Rai Bachchan as a reference on how to pose in my Pahari look. So it’s not a stretch to say that I drew inspiration for Kaju from her. I hope that my character will be adored by the audience and that people will continue to love my character,” she adds.

The show, which is produced by Film Farm India, will soon transmit viewers to a new love story. Whereas actress Pankhuri Awasthi will be seen in the role of Kaju, a hill tourist guide, Ishaan Dhawan will be seen as photographer Neil Khurana, and Meera Deosthale will play a special character in which she will be seen as a mentally challenged person.

Peelu Vidyarthi, Vishal Chaudhary, Amrapali Gupta, and Ananya Khare are among others.

‘Gud Se Meetha Ishq’ will start on April 18 on Star Bharat.

Tiger Shroff lends his voice to ‘Miss Hairan’ track from ‘Heropanti 2’

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Tiger Shroff lends his voice to ‘Miss Hairan’ track from ‘Heropanti 2’

Bollywood action star Tiger Shroff has gone behind the mic for his feature film song debut in his upcoming action film, ‘Heropanti 2’.

The action star has earlier lent his voice to singles like ‘Unbelieavble’ and the Punjabi-English single ‘Poori Gal Baat’.

Titled ‘Miss Hairan’, the song is an A R Rahman composition with lyrics furnished by veteran lyricist Mehboob. Ahmed Khan has taken the onus of choreography along with Rahul Shetty.

Tiger has performed the track along with Nisa Shetty. The song will release on Friday.

Written by Rajat Arora and music by A R Rahman, Sajid Nadiadwala’s ‘Heropanti 2’ is directed by Ahmed Khan, who also directed Tiger’s last release ‘Baaghi 3’.

Produced by Sajid Nadiadwala, the film, which also stars Nawazuddin Siddiqui and Tara Sutaria, is scheduled to release in theatres on April 29 where it’ll clash with the Ajay Devgn directorial ‘Runway 34’.

‘Ante Sundaraniki’ team celebrates ‘Panchakattu’ song

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‘Ante Sundaraniki’ team celebrates ‘Panchakattu’ song

The team of Nani and Nazriya Nazim’s upcoming movie ‘Ante Sundaraniki’ celebrated the success of the ‘Panchakattu’ song.

The first song ‘Panchakattu’, which was released some time ago, has become an instant hit, gaining much attention from all over.

Team ‘Ante Sundaraniki’ is overwhelmed by the response, and celebrated the success of the song by holding a ‘Panchakattu’ (Dhoti) themed event. Nani, along with his director Vivek Athreya, and other cast and crew turned up to the event in dhoti avatars.

‘Panchakattu’ is composed by Vivek Athreya, which is a foot-tapping number, with witty lyrics penned by Hasith Goli. In fact, the song is a fun melancholy about the protagonist.

Aruna Sairam, the legendary Carnatic singer, has crooned the number and her magical vocals add great value to the song.

‘KGF’ sets foot in metaverse, fans snap up NFTs in record time

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‘KGF’ sets foot in metaverse, fans snap up NFTs in record time

Racing towards its theatrical release this month, ‘KGF: Chapter 2’ is making waves in the metaverse as well.

A record number of Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) have been snapped up by collectors in what is being termed the biggest NFT sale in India to date. The sale saw the first 500 NFTs getting sold in the first 10 minutes.

KGF franchise makers Hombale Films have introduced a set of three NFTs – Bombay Rocky, Karachi Rocky, and Toofan Rocky avatars.

Hombale Films along with Lysto and Bookmyshow, on Thursday, unveiled ‘KGFVerse’, a digital avatar-based universe in the metaverse, dedicated to the fans of the film.

Excitement had been building since the initial announcement regarding the sale, and a huge number of prospective buyers were looking to get their hands on the especially rare Rocky Bhai NFT, which caused quite a stir.

The sale received a great response from the buyers, resulting in the first 500 NFTS being sold in the first 10 minutes, which is an Indian record for any sale of NFTs in the country.

As cinemas are ready to welcome the much-awaited sequel on the big screen, fans get to own KGF franchise-themed digital collectibles, NFTs, and membership in this innovative space created on the metaverse.

The makers believe that the time is right for the production house to enter the lucrative NFT marketplace arena and the partnership with Lysto and Bookmyshow enables Hombale Films to take advantage of their marketing and technological infrastructure.

With the endless possibilities of fan engagement and digital community building that the metaverse offers, this initiative follows a phased approach that has kickstarted with the launch of 10,000 ‘El-Dorado’ digital tokens that cinephiles can either buy using MATIC (Polygon) cryptocurrency or win across the many contests which have gone live on the social media platforms of Hombale Films, Lysto and BookMyShow.

The ‘El-Dorado’ digital tokens named after the mythical city made of gold, enable its owners to become members, granting them access to the gated collection of the KGFVerse and get first grabs on the future next-generation avatar drops, KGFverse land sale, special events including real-life meetups and interactions with the KGF team, amongst other exciting possibilities.

Through various phases that will follow, fans will get a chance to experience many more exciting drops that will be released soon.

Speaking on the KGFverse, Vijay Kiragandur, Founder of Hombale Films, said, “Metaverse is the new frontier of the Internet and an innovative way to engage with audiences and movie fans. Every artwork that one sees in KGF is unique and one, that cannot be seen in any previous films. This further propelled us in going big into the Metaverse.

“We also want our fans to be part of this and experience it. The future of virtual hangouts and a new way of consuming content is upon us and we are excited to explore this space to enable our fans to interact with elements of both chapters of KGF in the metaverse.”

Speaking further about the NFT market and their plans ahead, Chaluve Gowda, co-founder for Hombale Films said, “While Indian fans are getting their dose with the international market in NFT and the artwork available online, the unconditional love that KGF has received and fans extend, offer immense potential for us in ushering into this new world of Web 3.0.

“We are witnessing that any Indian fan is not just a spectator or silent admirer of art, they want to be active stakeholders and want to go out of their way to support their idols. We know what our fans want and the whole purpose is about giving power to the fans to make their favorite stars closer and more accessible. Our KGFverse is giving fans an opportunity to support their artist directly, flaunt their fandom, and become a part of the larger community.

“NFTs intrinsically capture the value that fandom has always had, this value is now a direct relationship and with ownership too. We are going to get bigger and better in this field, as the NFT market grows and it’s surely going to be the next big phenomenon for the entertainment and art industry.”

Releasing nationwide on April 14, in Kannada, Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, and Malayalam, ‘K.G.F: Chapter 2’ is written and directed by Prashanth Neel, and produced by Vijay Kiragandur, under the Hombale Films banner.

One of the emerging pan-India production houses, Hombale Films is set to showcase some of the biggest films in Indian cinema over the next two years, including the much-awaited film ‘Salaar’ starring Prabhas.

The film is being presented in north Indian markets by Ritesh Sidhwani and Farhan Akhtar’s Excel Entertainment and AA Films. Excel has given super hits like ‘Dil Chahata Hai’, ‘Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara’, ‘Dil Dhadakne Do’, and ‘Gully Boy’, among others.

Ram Charan comes to aid of Jr NTR when journo asks him a tough question

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Ram Charan comes to aid of Jr NTR when journo asks him a tough question

Ram Charan, who was quizzed about overshadowing Jr NTR in ‘RRR’, stated that it was false to say that he had a bigger role in the movie.

Telugu superstars Ram Charan and Jr NTR, who attended the ‘RRR’ success bash in Mumbai, were at a media interaction. During the interaction, NTR was quizzed by a journalist, who asked an uncomfortable question.

“Ram Charan grabs all the accolades for ‘RRR’. How do you feel?”, NTR was asked. Ram Charan, who took over, immediately replied, “There is nothing like that. I feel like he was dominating me in a few scenes. We both excelled beautifully”.

Some of NTR’s fans are upset over his role being given lesser prominence, while the actor himself has been vocal that his role is the best of his whole career.

‘RRR’, starring Ram Charan and Jr NTR, has had a glorious run at the box office ever since the film was released in theatres on March 25.

Mahesh Babu believes he need not act in Hindi movies

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Mahesh Babu believes he need not act in Hindi movies

Telugu star Mahesh Babu, who will next be seen in ‘Sarkaru Vaari Paata’, was present at a public event in Hyderabad on Thursday.

On being quizzed about Mahesh’s Bollywood entry, he expressed that he has no intention to do a movie, at least in the near future.

Mahesh Babu said, “There is no need to do direct Hindi movies. Because, Telugu movies are being watched by people across the country, there is no need that I act in Hindi movies in specific.”

Mahesh says that he is committed to doing films in Telugu and his film with Rajamouli will be his first pan-India release. Despite being chased by Bollywood for years, Mahesh has never made a Hindi film.

Mahesh-starrer Sarkaru Vaari Paata’ will release on May 12. Directed by Parasuram Petla, the movie is billed to be a commercial drama.

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