Nani: Trolls don’t understand the basic logic behind statements

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Nani: Trolls don’t understand the basic logic behind statements

The debate over movie ticket prices has become a neverending topic in the Telugu states.

Nani, who earlier expressed his displeasure with the Andhra Pradesh government’s decision to slash ticket prices, clarifies what he meant, calming his trolls with his statements.

Ahead of the release of ‘Ante Sundaraniki’, Nani clarified, “Those who are making disparaging remarks about me because of ticket prices lack basic logic.”

“They mash up things that have nothing to do with. Somebody will say something, and others will copy it verbatim. I did not request ticket prices of Rs 500, at any point in time. Did I? I simply stated that the industry cannot survive on a pricing model of Rs 20, 40, and 60,” he said.

Adding to the above, Nani said, “In fact, I requested the same Rs 100, Rs 120 that everyone is asking for now.”

“‘RRR’ and other larger-than-life films require a high pricing model, but not all films do. All I asked was for people to be able to charge reasonable ticket prices for the entertainment they deserve,” Nani explained.

The pandemic caused significant damage to Nani’s previous films ‘Tuck Jagadish’ and ‘Shyam Singha Roy.’ While ‘Tuck Jagadish’ had an OTT release, ‘Shyam Singha Roy’ had pitiful ticket prices across the Telugu states. ‘Shyam Singha Roy’ had to face losses despite a blockbuster talk.

Nani and Nazriya-starrer ‘Ante Sundaraniki’ will release in theatres on June 10.

 

Sanjay Dutt remembers ‘hero’ dad Sunil Dutt on his birthday

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Sanjay Dutt remembers ‘hero’ dad Sunil Dutt on his birthday

Sanjay Dutt’s bond with his dad and late legendary actor Sunil Dutt is truly an epitome of a father-son relationship.

The actor never lets go of a chance to remember his learnings from his father. On Monday, the star shared a heartfelt note while wishing his father a happy birthday.

The actor took to his social media handle and shared a picture of the iconic scene from ‘Munna Bhai MBBS’ where he hugged his father and left everyone emotional while showcasing their love for each other. The actor wrote a heartfelt caption for his father “Your belief and love helped make me who I am today. You were, are, and will always be my hero. Happy birthday, Dad.”

This scene from ‘Munna Bhai MBBS’ was the first time Sanjay got the opportunity to share screen space with his father and these stills from the movie are a perfect homage the actor has brought for his father to mark the special occasion of his birthday.

Sanjay Dutt’s daredevil villain avatar Adheera in ‘KGF Chapter 2’ has earned a lot of love from the masses and his fans are eagerly waiting to see him on the screen again.

Sanjay Dutt’s exciting big screen lineups include ‘Shamshera’, and ‘Ghudchadi’. Apart from that, he has signed up for some more interesting projects and the official announcements are expected soon.

 

Actor Veera calls Ajith Kumar a ‘very positive influence’ on his life

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Actor Veera calls Ajith Kumar a ‘very positive influence’ on his life

6 Actor Veera, who sparkled with his brilliant performance in the critically acclaimed film ‘Rajathandhiram’, has called fellow actor Ajith Kumar a ‘very positive influence’ on his life.

Taking to Instagram on Monday, Veera, who is now working with Ajith on the latter’s upcoming film that has been tentatively titled ‘AK61’ and that is being directed by H Vinoth, shared a picture of himself with the star and wrote, “It took me spending quite a few days with this man to realize that it takes a whole lot more than just good looks and being a gentleman to reach where he has.

“It’s taken years of blood, sweat, respect, hard work, drive, integrity, and confidence, for this one man to become a phenomenon.

“Dearest AK Sir, if ever our paths don’t cross again, I’d like to tell you that you have been a very positive influence in my life, and in the days we spent together you did live and let me live.

“Wishing you the best in life always and that’s just what you wish for everyone around you. Love you Sir! It’s been an honor. Warmest regards.”

The film, the first schedule of which was shot on grand sets erected in Chennai, is now in its second schedule, which is to be shot in Pune. The film has Manju Warrier as its female lead and is likely to hit screens for Deepavali this year.

Taha Shah Badussha to make south screen debut with ‘Kabzaa’

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Taha Shah Badussha to make south screen debut with ‘Kabzaa’

Mumbai, June 6 Bollywood actor Taha Shah Badussha is all set to make his south film debut with director R. Chandru’s period film ‘Kabzaa’ which will be made in seven languages – Kannada, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Hindi, Odiya, and Marathi.

Taha has joined the cast of the movie including Upendra, Kichcha Sudeep, Chandru, Kabir Singh, Prakash Rai, Kota Srinivasa Rao, Subba Raju, Samuthirakani, and John Kokken.

The actor who had been part of Ekta Kapoor’s psycho-thriller ‘Bekaboo 2’, ‘Aisa Waisa Pyar’ with Adah Sharma, and his music video ‘Aaj Sajeya’ alongside Alaya F has over 75 million views. Taha was last seen grooving to the Punjabi romantic dance number ‘Ekk Vari’ with actress Daisy Shah.

He says: “I am thrilled to be part of Director R Chandru’s exemplary vision and storytelling and cannot wait for my family and audiences to watch it on the big screen.”

“R Chandru is one of the best directors I have worked with and the entire unit was very welcoming to me as a newcomer to the industry. This film is extra special as my mom is a Kannadiga and I have spent a lot of time in Bijapur, which is home, during my growing up years,” he adds.

‘Kabzaa’ has five songs composed by ace music composer Ravi Basrur who also scored the music for ‘KGF’.

First look of Sunaina-starrer ‘Regina’ released

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First look of Sunaina-starrer ‘Regina’ released

Chennai, June 6 Director Venkat Prabhu on Monday released the first look of director Domin Dsilva’s women-centric film ‘Regina’ featuring actress Sunaina in the lead.

Taking to Twitter, Venkat Prabhu said, “Presenting the official first look of ‘Regina’, starring Sunainaa, produced and music composed by my dear friend Sathish Nair. Directed by Domin Dsilva! Releasing in Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Hindi.”

While Venkat Prabhu released the Tamil, Telugu, and Hindi first look posters of the film, the Malayalam poster was released by well-known Malayalam director Aashiq Abu.

The film, which will mark the debut of Domin Dsilva’s entry into Tamil cinema as a director, is being produced by Yellow Bear Production LLP.

Domin is best known for his Malayalam films like ‘Pyppin Chuvattile Pranayam’ and ‘Star’.

Sources close to the unit say that ‘Regina’ will be a stylish thriller that will revolve around an ordinary housewife who achieves extraordinary things.

Music for the film is being composed by its producer Sathish Nair. Sources say that the songs are being dubbed in four languages and that some of them have been recorded in Singapore.

Pavi K Pavan is the cinematographer of the film while Kamarutheen is the Art Director. Dobi John has been named Editor and Aegan has been chosen as the Costume Designer.

Kangana on ‘Dhaakad’ failure: See lots of curated negativity

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Kangana on ‘Dhaakad’ failure: See lots of curated negativity

Mumbai, June 6 Actress Kangana Ranaut has come out to defend her film ‘Dhaakad’ after it tanked at the box office.

Taking to her Instagram stories, the actress shared a post that called her the ‘box office queen of India’.

Alongside the post, she commented: “2019 I gave ‘Manikarnika’ 160 cr ka superhit hit, 2020 was the covid year. 2021 I gave the biggest film of my career ‘Thalaivii’ which came on OTT and was a huge success.

“I see a lot of negativity but 2022 is the year of a blockbuster – lock up hosting. And it’s not over yet I have great hopes with it.”

On the work front, Kangana has started working on her next ‘Emergency’.

She will also be seen in ‘Tejas’ portraying the role of an Air Force pilot. She also has ‘Sita: The Incarnation’ and ‘Manikarnika Returns: The legend of Didda’.

Fans’ love for ‘Vikram’ overwhelms director Lokesh Kanakaraj

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Fans’ love for ‘Vikram’ overwhelms director Lokesh Kanakaraj

Chennai, June 6 The outpouring of love by fans for director Lokesh Kanakaraj’s action entertainer ‘Vikram’ featuring Kamal Haasan, Vijay Sethupathi, and Fahadh Faasil, seems to have left not just its director but also the cast and crew of the film overwhelmed.

Taking to Twitter to share his thoughts on the film’s success, Lokesh Kanakaraj said, “I haven’t been this emotional ever. The acceptance you’ve shown ‘Vikram’ and me has been so overwhelming. I don’t know how I’m gonna repay you guys for all this love. Ever grateful to Kamal Haasan sir and my amazing people. So moved. Love you all.”

Kamal Haasan responded to Lokesh’s tweet saying, “The only way you can do any debt management with a loving audience is to never become complacent. Do honest back-breaking work, they love and respect that. My energy comes from their love. All power to your endeavors. RKFI will proudly support you as we did this time. Rock on.”

Fahadh Faasil too shared his experience of working on the film, which hit screens on June 3.

Fahadh said, “Thank you all for your response. Surreal moments Kamal Haasan sir. #Vikram,” even as he posted a picture of himself with Kamal.

The film has taken a strong opening, with industry pundits claiming that the film had gone to emerge as a blockbuster.

 

After ‘death threats’ Mumbai Police tighten security for Salman Khan, the family

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After ‘death threats’ Mumbai Police tighten security for Salman Khan, the family

Mumbai, June 6 A day after Bollywood megastar Salman Khan and his father, writer Salim Khan received death threats, a Mumbai Police team landed at their Bandra west home to carry out investigations and increased security there, on Monday.

Led by Joint Commissioner of Police Vishwas Nangre-Patil and other officers, the team queried the Khan family on a letter received near their flat in Galaxy Apartments on Sunday, threatening to do a ‘Moosewala’ with the celeb father-son duo.

“I will comment only after getting all the preliminary information in the case,” said Nangre-Patil, even as extra security personnel was deployed at the Khans’ residence.

Taking serious cognizance, the Bandra Police have lodged an FIR against unknown persons for issuing the death threats and launched their probe even as the Mumbai Police Crime Branch also started its own investigations.

Police said that Salim Khan, 87, was handed over the unsigned, hand-written threat letter on Sunday morning around 7.30 a.m by an unknown person on a bench where he normally rests after jogging at the Bandra Bandstand promenade, and it was addressed to him and his son Salman.

The letter is signed off with some initials which the police are probing and also attempting to unravel if they are linked to any past incidents targeting Salman Khan.

The police are also scouring CCTV footage of the area for clues and questioning locals for further leads on the threat letter.

 

‘Virata Parvam’ trailer presents Sai Pallavi as a Naxalite rebel’s lover

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‘Virata Parvam’ trailer presents Sai Pallavi as a Naxalite rebel’s lover

Hyderabad, June 6 Award-winning actress Sai Pallavi’s makeover for her ‘Virata Parvam’ role, which is evident from the film’s trailer released on Sunday, as well as her intense acting in some scenes, has garnered the kind of attention that must have lifted the spirits of the film’s makers.

‘Virata Parvam’, which has Rana Daggubati playing the lead character, is an intense love story set in the 1990s against the backdrop of the Naxalite movement in Telangana.

Rana plays Comrade Ravanna, also known by his pen name Aranya, and Sai Pallavi essays the role of Vennela, who is smitten by the writings of the Naxalite activist. The film features a large cast, but the story appears to be focused on Sai Pallav, who, as expected, steals the show.

The film, scripted by Venu Udugula, may not be suitable for a family audience, but it appears to have all the elements that will appeal to viewers who like watching films with dark overtones.

The only thing that may work against it is that the Naxalite story has been done to death by Tollywood. It did not work in the case of ‘Acharya’, despite the film’s makers casting the father-son duo of megastar Chiranjeevi and ‘RRR’ star Ram Charan.

The movie is scheduled to be released on June 17.

 

Shanghai Film Festival cancelled due to Covid crisis

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Shanghai Film Festival cancelled due to Covid crisis

Shanghai, June 6 China’s most prestigious film festival, the Shanghai International Film Festival has officially been cancelled for this year. The festival is normally held in mid-June.

The 25th edition of the festival will instead be held next year, in 2023, reports ‘Variety’.

The decision to cancel this year’s festival outright is a sign of the continuing difficulties under which the film industry is currently operating in China.

In 2020, the festival moved its dates from June to August, after cinemas endured a five-and-a-half-month period of closure running from late January to early July. In 2021, organizers considered moving the festival to July, but in the end went ahead with it in its normal June slot, albeit with the country operating under significant travel restrictions.

These involved two-week quarantine periods paid for at travelers’ own expense and potentially intrusive virus testing regimes, reports ‘Variety’.

The Shanghai festival organizers say they will try to put on film events in the second half of this year, should conditions permit.

“Due to the impact of the new coronavirus epidemic, the Shanghai International Film Festival Organizing Committee has decided that the 25th Shanghai International Film Festival originally scheduled to be held in June 2022 will be postponed to next year,” organisers said in a statement.

“We would hereby like to express our heartfelt thanks and sincere apologies to people from all walks of life who care and support the Shanghai International Film Festival. If conditions permit, we will plan and hold relevant film festivals and themed events in the second half of this year to share the pleasant experience brought by film art and film activities.”

The Chinese economy was quick to bounce back from the early stages of the coronavirus pandemic in 2020 and in both 2020 and 2012 China overtook North America to become the world’s largest box office market.

But, with the arrival of the delta variant of COVID-19, Shanghai, China’s biggest city and its economic capital, was put into a tough and dramatic lockdown that began in April.

The city was officially only allowed to reopen on June 1, 2022, causing millions of people to spill into the streets and onto public transport.

But, significantly, cinemas were not part of the first wave of reopening. And the city’s health authorities have reported a rebound in case numbers since last week’s reopening.

Reopening has continued in other major cities including parts of Beijing and Shenzhen.

Beijing cinemas are to be allowed to reopen at 75 percent capacity to fully-vaccinated patrons from Monday.

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