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Prabhas gives 4 crores for fight against COVID-19
2266 days ago
Tollywood

Prabhas gives 4 crores for fight against COVID-19

Hyderabad, March 26 (IANS) "Baahubali" actor Prabhas became the latest Telugu star to donate for the cause of combating against the coronavirus pandemic.## The actor on Thursday donated Rs 4 crore for the cause. Of this, Rs 3 crore is being given to the Prime Minister's National Relief Fund, while Rs 50 lakh each go to the Chief Minister Relief Funds of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana.## Prabhas recently returned from Georgia, where he was shooting for his upcoming film, tentatively titled "Prabhas 20", with Pooja Hegde. Both actors went into self-quarantine for 14 days upon return.## Earlier in the day, Telugu superstars Pawan Kalyan, Ram Charan, Chiranjeevi, and Mahesh Babu had also donated to boost the fight against COVID-19. It was Pawan Kalyan who initiated the nobel gesture giving Rs 2 crore for the cause. Soon, his nephew Ram Charan declared a charity of Rs 70 lakh while Ram Charan's father, the veteran superstar of Telugu cinema, Chiranjeevi, gave Rs 1 crore. Young superstar Mahesh Babu also gave a crore for the cause.## For more and latest news about Tollywood, stay tuned with us.

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Chiranjeevi's cheeky reply to director Puri Jagannath on Twitter
2266 days ago
Tollywood

Chiranjeevi's cheeky reply to director Puri Jagannath on Twitter

Hyderabad, March 26 (IANS) Ever since Telugu superstar Chiranjeevi joined Twitter, there have been constant posts from his fans, colleagues, and friends in the industry.## Among the many who welcomed the veteran actor to social media was director Puri Jagannath. "Sirrrrrrrrrrr @KChiruTweets welcome to social media. In this time of social distancing, social media will keep us close to you now," wrote the filmmaker.## To this, Chiranjeevi had a cheeky reply. "Thank you @purijagan. Also, it allows for some great family time. You may be missing the beaches of Mumbai and Bangkok, but I am sure Pavitra and Aakash will be so happy to see you spending time at home."## For the uninitiated, Pavitra and Aakash are Puri's children. Chiranjeevi was teasing him given the director's fondness for travel.## The actor, who joined Twitter and Instagram on the occasion of Ugadi (the Telugu New Year), has already amassed a huge number of followers online. On Twitter, he also personally responded to colleagues Mohan Babu, Mahesh Babu, Tamannaah and Kajal Aggarwal.## On the work front, he has been busy with "Acharya" lately, which is directed by Koratala Siva. The superstar also addressed his fans through IGTV and spoke about the importance of social distancing and how important it is to India.## Puri Jagannath, on the other hand, has completed 40 days of the shoot of his latest film, which marks the Bollywood debut of Vijay Deverakonda. The film stars Ananya Pandey as the female lead. The film is jointly produced by Puri Jagannadh, Charmme Kaur, Karan Johar, and Apoorva Mehta.## Puri Jagannath's film "iSmart Shankar", which released in 2019, has gone onto being a huge hit at the Telugu box office. The film stars Ram Pothineni, Nidhhi Agerwal, and Nabha Natesh.## For more and latest news about Tollywood, stay tuned with us.

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Inspired by Pawan Kalyan, Telugu star Ram Charan to donate 70lakh as COVID-19 aid
2266 days ago
Tollywood

Inspired by Pawan Kalyan, Telugu star Ram Charan to donate 70lakh as COVID-19 aid

Mumbai, March 26 (IANS) Inspired by Pawan Kalyan, another Telugu superstar, Ram Charan, has decided to donate to the government's relief fund to battle the COVID 19 pandemic. He will be donating Rs 70 lakh.## On Thursday afternoon, Ram Charan announced on Instagram: "Inspired by Pawan Kalyan Garu's tweet, I would like to contribute Rs 70 lakh towards the center and states of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh relief fund in this moment of crisis.## I would like to applaud the commendable efforts of our Honourable Prime Minister Narendra Modi Ji and Honourable Chief Ministers of our respective states KCR Garu and Jagan Mohan Reddy Garu in curtailing the vast effects of the pandemic COVID 19.## As a responsible citizen, I encourage all to strictly abide by their rules and recommendations. Jai Hind."## On Thursday morning, Pawan Kalyan announced that he would be donating Rs 50 lakh each to Andhra Pradesh and Telangana Chief Minister's relief funds and Rs 1 crore to the Prime Minister's relief fund.## Ram Charan followed his footsteps and announced to make his contribution as India faces a tough time battling the COVID 19 pandemic.## For more and latest news about Tollywood, stay tuned with us.

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Pawan Kalyan to donate 2 crores to govt relief fund amid COVID-19 pandemic
2266 days ago
Tollywood

Pawan Kalyan to donate 2 crores to govt relief fund amid COVID-19 pandemic

Mumbai, March 26 (IANS) Telugu superstar Pawan Kalyan has announced that he will donate a sum of Rs 2 crores to the government's relief fund as the nation battles the COVID-19 pandemic.## The actor took to Twitter to announce that he will be donating Rs 50 lakh each to Andhra Pradesh and Telangana Chief Minister's relief funds and Rs 1 crore to the Prime Minister's relief fund.## In two separate tweets, the actor shared: "I will be donating Rs.50 Lakhs each to both AP and Telangana CM relief funds to fight against Corona pandemic."## "I will be donating Rs.1 crore to PM relief fund to support our Hon. PM Sri @narendramodi Ji, in turbulent times like this. His exemplary and inspiring leadership would truly bring our country from this Corona pandemic."## Meanwhile, the Indian Railways is reportedly contemplating to convert its coaches and cabins in isolation wards in view of the growing number of COVID-19 patients. On Wednesday, Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan shared on Twitter an idea to use empty rail coaches as isolation wards, now that trains are not running across the country.## For more and latest news about Tollywood, stay tuned with us.

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Anushka Shetty won't stop being friends with Prabhas for work
2267 days ago
Tollywood

Anushka Shetty won't stop being friends with Prabhas for work

Hyderabad, March 25 (IANS) Southern star Anushka Shetty has set a major friendship goal. A video of her in which she says she can't give up her friendship with Prabhas for work is trending online.## The "Baahubali" stars have often been in news for being close to each other and have been romantically linked quite often.## Now a video, posted by a fan of Prabhas and Anushka, has gone viral. It's captioned: "if you have to stop one thing between - friendship with Prabhas Or acting in cinema. Sweety: Definitely acting in cinemas. I can't leave friendship for my work.## During a recent interview, Anushka spoke about her link-up with the "Saaho" actor.## She said: "I have known Prabhas for over 15 years now and he is one of my 3 a.m friends. We are usually linked up because both of us are not married and make an amazing on-screen pair. Had there been anything between both of us, it would have been out by this time. Both of us are the same kind of people who don't hide any emotions if we are involved."## The two stars have also acted in movies like "Billa" and "Mirchi".## For more and latest news about Tollywood, stay tuned with us.

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COVID-19: South star and UNICEF brand ambassador Trisha issues advisory
2272 days ago
Tollywood

COVID-19: South star and UNICEF brand ambassador Trisha issues advisory

Chennai, 20 March (IANS) Actor Trisha, a UNICEF brand ambassador, took to social media to share an advisory against the COVID-19 pandemic. In a video that the actress posted in Tamil and English, she informs her followers about ways to avoid contracting the virus, which includes the basics such as washing hands with soap and contacting the medical helpline if the symptoms begin to show.## "Novel coronavirus or COVID-19 can be stopped. Together we can do it," she said.## In 2017, Trisha Krishnan became the first south-Indian to be bestowed with the UNICEF celebrity advocate status.## Her profile includes responsibilities such as advocating for the rights of the youth, especially girls. Trisha has also addressed problems faced by children in Tamil Nadu and Kerala such as anemia, early marriage, child labor, and child abuse.## Speaking about the decision to induct Trisha as UNICEF brand ambassador, Zachariah, Chief of UNICEF office (Tamil Nadu and Kerala), said Trisha is an icon for the younger generation.## "She has the power to amplify the children's issues and address the violation of child rights in the family, community and in public spaces. She will also promote education and health of adolescents and the value of girl child in family and society," Zachariah noted.## Not just her, actors Chiranjeevi, Mahesh Babu, Prabhas, Mohanlal and Dulquer Salmaan have asked fans to stay safe during the global pandemic.## Trisha was recently in the news for walking out of the Chiranjeevi-starrer "Acharya". "Sometimes things turn out to be different from what was initially said and discussed. Due to creative differences, I have chosen not to be part of Chiranjeevi sir's film. Wishing the team well. To my lovely Telugu audiences -- hope to see you soon in an exciting project," she said.## "Acharya" makers are in talks with Kajal Aggarwal to replace Trisha in the film, according to a report in koimoi.com, though an official confirmation is still awaited.## Trisha currently has multiple projects lined up. She will be seen in "Ponniyin Selvan", "Raangi", "Sugar" and "Ram".## For more and latest news about Tollywood, stay tuned with us.

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COVID-19 effect: Tamil, Telugu film industries come to standstill
2274 days ago
Tollywood

COVID-19 effect: Tamil, Telugu film industries come to standstill

Chennai, March 18 (IANS) With World Health Organisation declaring COVID-19 a pandemic, cinema, OTT and television production the world over have been adversely hit, and the thriving south Indian film industry is no exception. The Tamil and Telugu film industries, which account for a sizeable chunk of box-office revenues annually, have witnessed the postponing of film releases and shooting, with artistes, filmmakers, and technicians ensuring caution over commerce.## Theatres are shut, and films will release only after the situation is calmer. Among films that have been directly hit is Mohan Krishna Indraganti's film "V", starring Nani, Sudheer Babu, Nivetha Thomas and Aditi Rao Hydari, which was set to hit the screens on March 25. The makers will now announce have to announce a new release date.## Hemanth Madhukar's "Nishabdham", starring Anushka Shetty and Madhavan is another film that has been pushed. Rana Daggubati's ambitious jungle adventure, which was to release as "Kaadan" in Tamil and "Aranya" in Telugu was scheduled to open on April 2. The film, which also had a Hindi version titled "Haathi Mere SaathI", now stands postponed indefinitely.## Shooting schedules have been badly hit, too. Naga Chaitanya's "Love Story" as well as his father Nagarjuna's "Wild Dogs" are both said to be put on hold.## A major shoot that has been canceled for now is the "Baahubali" franchise director SS Rajamouli's next biggie, "RRR". The ambitious film stars Ram Charan and Jr. NTR with Bollywood stars Alia Bhatt and Ajay Devgn. Irish actors Ray Stevenson and Alison Doody also feature in prominent roles in the film. The film might not release in January 2021, as was being said.## Films that were already released have also suffered. In Tamil Nadu, Harish Kalyan's "Dharala Prabhu", which released last Friday, will be re-released when the theatres reopen. The actor took to social media to pen an emotional note thanking the audience for the love and support given to his film, which managed to get a theatrical run of only a few days.## The Tamil industry is indeed concerned because the weeks ahead had a big line-up for the fans featuring several superstars. These include Vijay's "Master", Suriya's "Soorarai Pottru", Dhanush's "Jagame Thandhiram", which were set to release in April. These films will now have to settle for fresh release date.## The Tamil Nadu government on Monday declared a complete shutdown of educational institutions, malls, theatres, bars, swimming pools, museums and zoos across the in order to contain the spread of COVID-19.## For more and latest news about Kollywood and Tollywood, stay tuned with us.

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Anushka Shetty on relationship with Prabhas and wedding rumours
2275 days ago
Tollywood

Anushka Shetty on relationship with Prabhas and wedding rumours

Chennai, 17 March (IANS) One of South Indian cinema's most-loved on-screen couple is Anushka Shetty and Prabhas. Ever since they played the king and queen in the ''Baahubali'' franchise, their fan following has only increased. Very often fans have also expressed the wish that the two were in a relationship.## In a recent interview with Deccan Chronicle, Anushka has put an end to all rumors. "I have known Prabhas for over 15 years now and he is one of my 3 a.m friends. We are usually linked up because both of us are not married and make an amazing on-screen pair. Had there been anything between both of us, it would have been out by this time. Both of us are the same kind of people who don't hide any emotions if we are involved," said Anushka.## Apart from "Baahubali", Prabhas and Anushka have co-starred in "Billa" (2009) and "Mirchi" (2013). In 2019, Mumbai Mirror published an article claiming Prabhas and Anushka were indeed seeing each other and were looking to buy a house in Los Angeles. On Karan Johar's chat show "Koffee With Karan", Prabhas denied his link-up with Anushka, saying they were just good friends.## Recently, Anushka Shetty, who has completed 15 years in the film industry, was also been in the news for marriage rumors. The news suggests that she would be marrying "Size Zero" director Prakash Kovelamudi, who is known to Bollywood fans as the maker of the Kangana Ranaut-starrer "Judgementall Hai Kya".## Anushka, however, slammed the rumors. "None of that news is true. I don't get affected by such rumors. I don't know why my wedding is such a big deal for anyone. Nobody can hide a relationship. How can I hide my wedding? It is a very sensitive matter and people should deal it with some sensitivity," she said.## Meanwhile, the actress is currently awaiting the release of her film "Nisabdham". Directed by Hemant Madhurkar, the film also features Madhavan, Anjali, "Kill Bill" antagonist Michael Madsen and Shalini Pandey.## As for Prabhas, he is shooting for his 20th film. Despite the World Health Organisation (WHO) having declared the Coronavirus as a pandemic and the Indian government imposing travel restrictions, the shoot of Radha Krishna Kumar's film, starring Prabhas and Pooja Hedge, is on in Georgia.## For more and latest news about Tollywood, stay tuned with us.

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Mahesh Babu: Social distancing is the need of the hour
2275 days ago
Tollywood

Mahesh Babu: Social distancing is the need of the hour

Chennai, March 17 (IANS) Telugu superstar Mahesh Babu has urged everyone to stay indoors, sacrifice social life and prioritize public safety to prevent the spread of COVID-19.## He took to Instagram and wrote: "Social distancing is the need of the hour! It's a tough call but we need to make it. This is time to sacrifice our social life and prioritize public safety. Stay indoors as much as you can and make the most of this phase with your family and loved ones. This will keep the virus from spreading and save many lives."## The "Maharshi" star also asked everyone to wash hands frequently.## "Ensure you wash your hands frequently and keep your environment clean. Use hand sanitizers as much as possible, use masks only if you think you are sick... Let's continue to follow all the necessary steps until this passes. We are in it together and we will see this through... Let's beat #COVID19 together... #StaySafe," he added.## Mahesh Babu is currently being lauded for his performance in the latest release "Sarileru Neekevvaru".## For more and latest news about Tollywood, stay tuned with us.

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Allu Arjun shares son's picture from pre-school graduation
2277 days ago
Tollywood

Allu Arjun shares son's picture from pre-school graduation

Hyderabad, March 15 (IANS) Southern superstar Allu Arjun on Sunday shared a photograph of his son Ayaan from his pre-school graduation celebrations. ## Allu Arjun took to Twitter, where he shared an adorable photograph of his son. ## Pre School Graduation Celebrations👨‍🎓 . Ayaan I am soo proud of you for excelling soo well . I wholeheartedly Thank @bodhivalleyschool for teaching the foundation of life to my son. I am so glad as parents we made a good choice by enrolling in this school . pic.twitter.com/ViZQikFqg3— Allu Arjun (@alluarjun) March 15, 2020 ## "Pre School Graduation Celebrations. Ayaan, I am so proud of you for excelling so well. I wholeheartedly Thank @bodhivalleyschool for teaching the foundation of life to my son. I am so glad as parents we made a good choice by enrolling in this school," he captioned the image. ## The actor then thanked the teachers for making his son grounded. ## "Thanks to all the Teachers for making him grounded, and all the helpers for taking care all these years. Thanks to Bodhi Valley School once again. Proud and Memorable Day!" he wrote. ## On the professional front, the actor was last seen on screen in "Ala Vaikunthapurramuloo", an action drama directed by Trivikram Srinivas. The film also features Pooja Hegde, Tabu, Jayaram, Sushanth, Navdeep, Nivetha Pethuraj, Samuthirakani, Murali Sharma, Sunil, Sachin Khedekar and Harsha Vardhan. ## For more and the latest news about Tollywood, stay tuned to us.

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Trisha walks out of Chiranjeevi film over 'creative difference'
2278 days ago
Tollywood

Trisha walks out of Chiranjeevi film over 'creative difference'

Chennai, March 14 (IANS) Actor Trisha, who was a part of Telugu superstar Chiranjeevi's film Acharya, has walked out citing creative differences. ## Taking to social media, Trisha said: "Sometimes things turn out to be different from what was initially said and discussed. Due to creative differences, I have chosen not to be part of Chiranjeevi sirs film. Wishing the team well. To my lovely Telugu audiences -- hope to see you soon in an exciting project." ## Fans who last saw Trisha and Chiranjeevi in "Stalin" (2006) expressed disappointment on social media. It has to be noted that Trisha also walked out of the sequel of "Saamy" opposite Vikram, citing creative differences. ## Directed by Koratala Siva, the shoot of "Acharya" has been proceeding at a brisk pace in Hyderabad. Chiranjeevi is rumoured to be playing a dual roles in the film. Touted as a socio-political actioner, the plot of the film is reportedly said to revolve around a social reformer. ## Chiranjeevi was last seen in the Telugu period drama "Sye Raa Narasimha Reddy" which went on to collect over Rs 300 crore at the box office. ## Meanwhile, Trisha is currently busy with "Raangi", "Sugar", "Ram" and "Ponniyin Selvan". ## For more and the latest news about Tollywood, stay uned to us.

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Varun Tej plays boxer in new film, wraps up latest schedule
2280 days ago
Tollywood

Varun Tej plays boxer in new film, wraps up latest schedule

Hyderabad, March 12 (IANS) Telugu star Varun Tej plays a boxer in his upcoming film, tentatively called #VT10. The actor wrapped up the Visakhapatnam schedule of the film.## Varun took to Twitter, where he shared a photograph of himself sitting on a bench with the sea in the background.## "Wrapped up the Vizag schedule! Had a great time shooting there... #VT10," he captioned the image.## #VT10 is a boxing drama helmed by debutant director Kiran Korrapati.## According to timesofindia.indiatimes.com, the film is the maiden production venture of Sidhu Mudda and Allu Venkatesh. The film has music by Thaman S. and cinematography by George C Williams.## For more and latest news about Tollywood, stay tuned with us.

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