Telugu Film News Dec 13, 2007

M.L. Kumar Choudary launches son in Sukrudu

Film producer M.L. Kumar Choudary is launching his son in his upcoming film Sukrudu. The muhurat of this film, being directed by Paruchuri Murali (of ‘Peddababu’ fame), was held last week. The film is being produced by M.L.Kumar Choudary’s production house Sri Keerthi Creations.

Teja to launch M.S.Raju’s son in Nuvve Na Hero

Maverick film producer M.S.Raju is leaving no stone unturned to launch his son Sumanth Ashwin into filmdom. The youngster will make his debut under the direction of Teja. The film, titled as Nuvve Na Hero- andi o ammai, has M.S.Raju’s favorite Devi Sri Prasad composing the music and Venu (of NVNV fame) handling the camera. The film will be launched shortly.

Colors Swathi in director Indraganti’s Ashta Chamma

Award winning director Indraganti Mohan Krishna, has finally zeroed in on television anchor cum film actress Swathi (of Danger and AMAV fame) to play the lead role in his upcoming romantic comedy titled Ashta Chamma. The film, being produced by Ram Mohan Rao, will have a new actor playing the male lead opposite Swatmi. Kalyani Malik is providing the music for the film.

Dasari to be felicitated by Telugu Chalana Chitra Sangam on 16th

Film maker and MP Dasari Naranayana Rao will be felicitated with the ‘Darsakula Sangam Athmiya’ award at the silver jubilee function of the Telugu Chalana Chitra Sangam, to be held on the 16th of this month. Speaking about the event, Sangam director Sagar said “It is been 25 years since the AP Directors Association was established. As part of the silver jubilee celebrations we will be felicitating Dr Dasari Narayana Rao. Around 150 directors from the film fraternity are expected to grace the occasion. We kindly request all of them to make this event a success”. The felicitation we take place at the Ramanaidu Kalamandapam, Film Chambers, Film Nagar.

Kodandarami Reddy in EVV’s next film

Senior director Kodandarami Reddy always wanted to be an actor. But he left behind the scenes all through his career. As his son Vaibhav’s maiden film “Godava” is yielding good response, the senior director shows interest to grease the paint on his face and come in front of the camera. Industry news is that Kodandarami Reddy has got an offer from another director. EVV Satynarayana has offered him a great character in his next film. Although Kodanda has no plans of continuing acting career, he believes it is a good fun testing his acting skills.

Yogi to direct Venkatesh for producer Bujji

Yogi, long time associate of Ram Gopal Varma, got big break. The director who made “Oka Raju Oka Rani” earlier is making his second film after long time with hero Venkatesh. Nallamalupu Srinivas (Bujji) has given him the chance this time and this big project is all set to roll on from mid Janaury. Venkatesh and Bujji have delivered a big blockbuster – “Lakshmi” and their pairing again makes ripples in trade circles. Kona Venkat is providing the story, screenplay and dialogues for this film.

Chandamama 100 days celebrations on Dec 17th

Creative director Krishnavamsi is in party mood. After long time, he has got big success with “Chandamama” which is successfully completing 100 days run on December 14th. Marking this event, producer C Kalyan and Vijayanand are conducting 100 days gala in a big way on December 17th at Durgam Cheruvu in Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad. Politicians and industry personalities are expected to attend in big way. Union Minister Dr Dasari Narayana Rao will be the chief guest at the ceremony.

Aditya Music is releasing MS Raju’s Vaana

Mega producer MS Raju is turning director with “Vaana” remaking a Kannada super hit titled “Mungaru Malai”. M S Raju introduces Vinay as hero in this film while Meera Chopra is the heroine. The film’s music is releasing through Aditya Music Company. From December 14th the audio cassettes will be available in the market. Kamalakar who scored for “Evadi Gola Vadide” and “Pranam” is doing music for “Vaana”.