YUVA GARJANA

Ntr to be absent for Yuva Garjana on 5th November

Jr Ntr who is now becoming the most powerful and popular person in NTR family will not attend the Yuva Garjana which will be held on 5th November in Guntur. Earlier it was proposed that the entire Nandamuri family will attend the Yuvagarjana and Balakrishna will officially enter AP State politics on this stage.
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A star is born on 28th May 1923. Nobody has an idea that the kid born on that day will change the destiny of telugu people with his films and politics. Neither his real parents Lakshmaiah and Venkatravamma nor his adapted parents Chandramma and Ramayya.

NTR (as he is fondly called) never thought of taking acting as a profession. When he joined AC College, Guntur, he was elected as the vice president for students union wing. He used to act in plays. He acted as "salim' in 'Anarkali'. NTR used to be very particular about his mustache at that time. His did not shave them off for his role of 'Nagamma' in 'Rachamallu Douthyam'. He shot to fame with that role and his fellow students used to call NTR as 'Meesaala Nagamma'.

He got a cinema chance from C Pullayya when he was doing graduation. But NTR preferred studies to films. After graduation NTR joined National Art Theater (NAT) with like-minded co-students (Jaggayya, KVS Sharma, Pundari Kakshayya, Potluri Narayana Rao etc.).

He got a call from LV Prasad when he was doing job as a probationary registrar in Vijayawada. LV Prasad was making a film in 1949 called 'Manadesam' with the premier hero of that time Sri C H Narayana Rao and PadmaSri Nagayya in the direction of Thatineni Prasad. His first dialogue was 'Inthavaadni Inthayyaa Saar'. Incidentally that dialogue applies for his real life too.

NTR acted in 42 historical films. His first historical role was as "Sri Krishna' in 'Sonthavooru' in 1956. He acted as 'Sri krishna' in films like Maya Bazaar, Vinayaka Chaviti, Deepavali, Veerabhimanyu, Danaveerasoora Karna, Srimadvirata Parvam. If we add up all his roles as'Sri Krishna' in hostorical and social films the count mounts to 22.

He acted as 'Ravana' in 'Bhookailas'. It went on to become a bit hit. There by NTR proved that a popular actor (hero material) can also act as a villain and can mesmerize the viewers in the same way. In 1966 he acted in dual role as 'SriKrsihna' and 'Duryodhana' in 'Sri Krishna pandaveeyam'. He also directed this film and there by won the 'Nandi' award by AP Government. After a decade again he directed a film called 'Danaveerasoora Karna' in which he acted in three roles 'Karnudu', 'Sri Krishnudu' and 'Dhuryodhanudu'. In 1979 he produced and directed another film called 'Sri Madvirat Parvam'. He donned five roles (SriKrishnudu, Arjunudu, Bruhannala, Duryodhanudu, Keechakudu) in that film.

In 1959, he acted as Sri Rama in 'Sampurna Ramayanam' (Tamil). Though he acted as SriRama in "Sri Ramanjaneya Yuddam' and 'Sri Rama Pattabhishekam', the film that won laurels was his 'Lavakusa'. Released in 1963 this film went on to run for 75 weeks uninterruptedly. This is a record that is unbroken and will never be broken. He also acted as 'Srinivasudu' and 'Sri Venkateswara' in 'Sri Venkateswara mahatyam'(1960).

After earning enough experience in films, NTR wanted to gift his parents a film. He made his brother (Trivikrama Rao) produce a film and NTR directed it for the first time. It was 'Seetarama Kalyanam'. After watching that film 'Srungeri Peethadhipathulu' sent a commendation letter to NTR praising him as 'Abhinava Rama and Abhinava Ravana'.

Though NTR acted with precision in all the historical roles, he conveniently changed the rules to suit his style. When showing 'Abhaya Hastam', NTR used his left hand as his right hand fingers were not functioning properly due to illness. But according to the tradition he should be showing his right hand. NTR used to jocularly comment that even Rama and Krishna are Leftists by policy.

Though NTR acted in a small role in his first film 'Manadesam, his first film as a hero was 'Palleturi Pilla'. It went on to become a super hit by running for 25 weeks. During that time Vijaya studio selected NTR as their permanent hero. He acted in Vijaya films like Shawkar (directed by LV Prasad), Pathala Bhairavi (directed by KV Reddy), Malleeswari (directed by BN Reddy) and Chandraharam (directed by Kamalakara Kameswara Rao). Pathala Bhairavi was the first Telugu film to complete silver jubilee. Malleswari was the first telugu film to be exhibited in abroad.

NTR started his own production company called NAT along with Trivikrama Rao and produced a film called 'Pichi Pullayya' in 1952 that bombed at box office. In 1954, he produced 'Thodu Dongalu', which won President's Award as the best film. 'Tenali Ramakrishnudu', in which NTR acted as Sri Krishna Devaraya, won national award. Gudigantalu won a Nandi award. His film on dowry issue 'Varakatnam' won the National award and Nandi award. NTR gave story and screenplay for this film apart from directing it. His own film 'Thathamma Kala' won the Nandi award from the Government though it opposes the family planning.

His social films like Adavi Ramudu, Vetagadu, Naya Aadmi(Hindi) and Sampoorna Ramayanam (Tamil) celebrated Golden Jubilee by running for 50 weeks. His films Palleturi Pilla, Maya Bazaar, Gundamma Katha, Sabhash Ramudu, Samsaram, Pelli Chesi Choodu, Daasi, Aggi Ramudu, Jayasimha, Sri Venkateswara Mahatyam, Rakta Sambhandam, Nartana Saala, Pandava Vanavasam, Aada Brathuku, Srikrishnavatharam, Ummadi Kutumbam, Ramu, Kodalu Diddina Kapuram, Desoddarakudu, Devudu Chesina Manushulu, Yamagola, Sardar Paparayudu, Konveeti Simham celebrated Silver Jubilee by running for 25 weeks. This list goes on if we include his 100 days films.

When he acted as shivudu in "Uma Chandi Gowry Shankarula Katha', his son Rama Krishna expired. There after NTR refused to do any 'sivudu' roles. After his son's death, NTR changed his banner's name to 'Ramakrishna - NAT Combines'. On the memory of Rama Krishna he constructed Rama Krishna theaters, Rama Krishna Cine Studios and Rama Krishna Horticulture Studios.

Since NTR entered politics, he could not get any awards like 'Dada Saheb Falke' and 'Raghupathi Venkayya Naidu'. It's sad that NTR could get only one award (Padmasri) from the government.

Though NTR acted in many hostorical roles, he did not touch two characters. They are Narada and Anjaneya. He created a record by acting in 15 films in 1964.

He entered politics later and served Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh and he made the word 'Telugu' popular around the world. He is an icon of discipline and self pride

Disclaimer: The above information is compiled from an article written by Sri T UdayavarlU

NRT&SENU VYTLA

News : NTR and Seenu Vytla Film

Jr. NTR and Seenu Vytla are pairing up for a new movie? Well, NTR is the leading contemporary Telugu cinema action hero and Seenu Vytla is one the best Telugu movie directors in terms of romantic comedy. And just imagine the blend of NTR and Seenu Vytla.

Jr. NTR did a great comedy track in ‘Adhurs’ movie; perhaps this role might have triggered thought for Durga Arts, who earlier directed ‘Rakhi’ with Jr. NTR and Krishna Vamsi.

Durga Arts is planning to initiate a new Telugu movie Jr. NTR and Seenu Vytla combination. And Seenu Vytla would do this action comedy film with

SAKTHI SHOTTING ON RAIN

Shakti keeps on shooting despite heavy rainfall

The Shakti unit excluding Junior NTR have been ceaselessly working on the sets, despite heavy downpour in Haridwar. The unit is led by director Meher Ramesh are trying to wrap up the shoot as soon as possible.

However, Meher Ramesh is not concerned about the rainfall and he seems to be happy taking the shots on veteran actors Prabhu, son of Sivaji Ganesan and Nasser. Some key scenes are being shot, as per the sources.

Meher Ramesh is known as a hard-working perfectionist, who never steps back from work, no matter how strenuous it is. Kantri and Billa are his previous directorial ventures which have earn him rave reviews for their meticulous presentation.

Thus, it is natural that his movies would raise the bar of expectation among the audience. Here’s hoping that the maverick director will turn up with flying colors to make another box office hit!

NTR WAS INJURED

Jr NTR was injured while shooting

HYDERABAD: Actor Jr NTR was injured while shooting a fighting sequence for his upcoming movie 'Brindavanam' at Kokapet on the city outskirts on Friday. Doctors at the Kims, Begumpet, where he was rushed to for treatment, discharged him after suturing his wound he suffered above his left eyebrow.

According to sources, the harness of a rope to which Jr NTR was clinging to gave away resulting in the mishap. The actor had not used a dupe for the action scene. The shooting of the film, being produced by 'Dil' Raju and directed by Vamsi Paidipally, was called off immediately after the mishap. Jr NTR was advised rest for two to three days by the Kims doctors.

A few weeks ago, Jr NTR was injured in Manali while shooting for another film titled 'Shakti.' During the 2009 elections, Jr NTR met with a road accident in Nalgonda district while returning from election campaigning. He had to be hospitalised for several days for the injuries he suffered in

NTR HURTS

NTR hurt on the sets of Brindavanam

NTR was injured during the shooting of the climax sequences for his latest film, Brindavanam, on Friday the 13th of August.

The final action sequence was being filmed near Kokapet in Hyderabad, when a hanger hit his forehead with force. He was immediately rushed to KIMS hospital in Secunderabad. Doctors have advised him to take rest for at least three days. By afternoon the same day he was discharged from the hospital.

NTR is presently taking rest at his home. This is second time that he injured in the last one year. He met with an accident last year near Khammam while he was returning to Hyderabad from election campaign.

Shooting of Brindavanam has now been postponed. Get well, soon, NTR!

BRINDAVANAM MUHURAT

Muhurat - Brindavanam (govindudu andari vaadele)

NTR’s latest movie Brindavan (tagline: Govindudu Andari Vaadele) was launched today at a grand event that took place at Annapurna studios. Dil Raju produces it and Vamsi Paidipally is the director. Thaman composes music and Chota K Naidu handles camera. Koratala Siva pens dialogues. Peter Hynes composes fights.

Nagarjuna sounded the clapboard, VV Vinayak switched on the camera and SS Rajamouli directed the first shot.
Brindavan is the name of the house – Dil Raju

Dil Raju said, “I had been trying to make move with NTR since Dil time, but couldn’t get the right subject. Vamsi Paidipally came up with an interesting story a year back and NTR loved it. We got the perfect script for Brindavanam movie. I always believed in story based films and Brindavanam is also a story based film. The presense of NTR in the movie adds lot of power to it. It is a youthful entertainer with family bonding and action elements. Thaman composes five wonderful tunes so far. We will start shoot in October. We are erecting a big house set called Brindavan and shooting in that house will take place from December. And we are aiming for summer 2010 release.”



Director Vamsi Paidipally said, “I would like to thank NTR whole-heartedly for encouraging my script and giving me lots of comfort. I feel blessed to work again with Dil Raju. I would like to thank Koratala Siva, Surya and Ashwin for sticking to me in my hard times."