Gopichand made the small screen hot yesterday in the 'Jara Masti Jara Dhoom' show with Ramya Krishna.
Amma Rajasekhar has come amidst and said, "I thought Gopichand was very shy going. I composed a pose with lip kiss scene in the film Lakshyam with Anushka. I thought Gopichand wouldn't agree for that. But when I asked he simply said 'ok' and carried with the scene".
Listening to that Ramya Krishna and Gopichand shared the laughter.
Then saying about heroines for a question, Gopichand said, "Ileana looks sexy, Anushka looks lovely, Trisha looks lively and Nayantara looks bubbly".
Gopichand also said that he likes Aishwarya Rai. Ramya said, "She got married". Then Gopi replied, "No problem. It's ok".
Then Ramya Krishna again laughed loudly for that. Gopichand also revealed that he had crush for Sridevi in earlier years.
That way, the show went on with lots of questions and answers on heroines and their beauty.

Gopichand With 'Dana Veera Sura Karna'

Gopichand said that he beloved the film 'Dana Veera Sura Karna' and practiced the dialogue 'Yemantivi Yemantivi…' of NTR is that to give exercise to memory and tongue. He said that many discouraged him initially to enter the film industry but eventually he stood on his own with the blessings of Muthyala Subbaiah.

Saying about Pokuri Babu Rao he said, "He is very close to me. But I know my boundaries and keep myself at a respectable distance from him".

When asked if he is keen to act as villain again he said, "I may not keep myself in confusion. I don't know what happens if I jump into villainy suddenly keeping hero roles side".

Last but not least, when asked about his physique and height, he said, 'That has come by genes".

Gopichand and Kamna: Partying together!

Gopichand is going great guns after the success of his recent film "Lakshyam". He is one of the most eligible bachelors of Tollywood.

Like their Bollywood counter parts Tollywood people are also partying all night. Last week Gopichand went partying with his Laksyam team in local pub. Heroine Kamna Jatmalani bumped in to our action hero.

The two hung out together for a long time, hating over for a couple of drinks. Knowing Kamna's chatty and bubbly sprit, we can well imagine who was doing all the talking and who is listening. But it seems love is in air for Gopichand, say gossip mongers.

Trade Talk: 'Lakshyam' On Top and Others Losing

The film 'Shankardada Zindabad' frightened many new films and hence many were postponed their releases to a few weeks. The only film that was released in this week is Malayalam dubbing 'Evadaina Sare' starring Kalabhavan Mani and Rambha. The film is originally 'Payum Puli' in Malayalam. There is no response for this film at all.
'Lakshyam' is doing really well with 70-80 percent of collections on a whole in all the centers of the state. 'Toss' is losing its grip at the box office due to over speed in narration.
'Satyabhama' also lost the grip drastically and only 20percent collections are recording.

The collections of Sivaji have fallen below 50 percent for the first time this week. The film completed 6 weeks of release.

'AMAV' is hitting 100 days mile stone this week. Still family audiences are seen in the theaters of this film.

'Lakshyam' beats 'Sivaji' to take top spot

Actor Gopichand shines in 'Lakshyam', a revenge drama.

The film got an overwhelming response at the ticket window and pushed Rajnikant-starrer 'Sivaji - the Boss' one notch down. It is enjoying the top position this fortnight and may rule the charts for sometime.

The top five Telugu films are:

1. 'Lakshyam' - A revenge drama complete with the trademark smirk and imposing physique of Gopichand, the film has become an instant hit with the audience. Land disputes, cops and journalists appear to have touched a chord with the masses.

2. 'Sivaji' - Still running to packed audiences, the success of 'Sivaji' at the box office appears unending. The viewership has now shifted to moviegoers who have watched the movie more than once. One can attribute its success to superstar Rajnikant, who has the knack to turn the ordinary into extraordinary. A fall in the list for this film, therefore, does not signify anything more than the film industry's rising production values.

3. 'Dubai Seenu' - The film moves up the list this week, with fans appreciating actor Ravi Teja who is back in form. A crowd-puller directed towards youth, the film about a young man who yearns to become rich strikes a chord with the viewers. Well-crafted action scenes and good music by Mani Sharma have helped the film chart its upward move.

4. 'Satyabhama' - Not very unlike 'Ghazni' minus the violence, the film is like a page out of Salvador Dali's surrealistic paintings. The mush interspersed with comic relief has proved to be a crowd-puller for some time now and appears to continue entertaining the lovelorn audiences.

5. 'Toss' - Priyadarshini Ram's 'Toss' has bagged the fifth spot this fortnight. Though the film boasts of an interesting plot, there is little to hold the audience's attention. Radical changes in cinematography and a new avatar for Raja do not appear to have gone down well with the masses. The movie may be well on its way out.

'Toss' At Loss and 'Laksyam' Reaching Target

The film 'Toss' that was released in the direction of Priyadrashini Ram with Upendra and Raja in lead roles is not bagging the collections tantamount to the hype created to it. The film bagged good openings in all the centers including A,B,C. About 75 to 80 percent of collections are done with this film. It is the film in which Upendra acted after a very long time. But the narration in story and fast paced editing spoiled the tempo of the film.

'Lakshyam' that was released before last week is standing still at the box office crossing the 'average' talk in first week. It is making good collections and making producers happy.

Sivaji is still sustaining in many centers and the audiences are seen in about 40 percent in theaters of 'Dubai Seenu'.
'Satyabhama' released in the combination of Bhoomika and Sivaji toppled at the box office. Its condition is still worse in B, C centers.

Trade Talk: Lakshyam Dropping Down

'Lakshyam made big openings with the mass factors it has. The film has two heroes Gopichand and Jagapathy Babu. The film brought profits for producer Nallamalupu Sreenu much before the release of the film. But slowly it's losing its tempo at the box office for different reasons. The film is said to be a free make of the old Hindi film 'Ghayal'. Many films have come with Ghayal formula and hence the people hardly found variety in this.

Bhoomika starrer 'Satyabhama' turned down miserably at box office although the theme has variety in it. The reason is the film is a photo copy of a Hollywood flick '50 First Dates' and it's made in dull mode till the end. The film did just an average show in first week in A centers but in B, C centers the film proved to be a flop.

'Paata' is another film that was shunned by audiences. SVK's 'Bahumathi' is also not doing well due to lack of publicity. 'Dubai Seenu' and 'Sivaji' are doing well as there is no competition from any end.

Reel Tak: Will Nallamalupu Repeat His Success!

Nallamalupu Srinivas made the film 'Lakshmi' that brought him huge profits long back. Now he is coming up with the film 'Lakshyam' tomorrow. Rama Naidu earlier implied that Lakshyam will bag bigger profits than Lakshmi and wished the same.

Gopichand and Anushka are pairing up in the film while Jagapathy Babu is playing the role of Gopichand's brother. Kalyani is also playing a prominent role in the film while Kota plays the role of father to these two heroes. The film is releasing on the banner of Lakshmi Narasimha Productions tomorrow. We have to see how it fairs well at the box office.

Mani Sharma's music scores are received well by audiences although much hype is not made. Gopichand also wishes to cross his previous film 'Okkadunnadu' with this film in the matter of collections. Jagapathy Babu's time is any way good and he is enjoying hat trick successes from the last two films. Sreevas directed this film.

Lakshyam - Overseas Release by Navodaya Movies

Navodaya Movies bagged the theatrical screening and home DVD rights of Gopichand & Jagapathi babu starrer LAKSHYAM that is being released worldwide on July 5th.

Produced by Nallamalupu Srinivas (Bujji), producer of blockbusters – Venkatesh's Lakshmi and NTR's Aadi, is introducing another new director Srivas after VV Vinayak in this wholesome entertainer.

Gopichand is coming back to repeat success of Yagnam, Ranam & Okkadunnadu.

After the success of Pelliana Kothalo & Samanudu, Jagapathi Babu is doing a special role in this movie and is guaranteed to repeat the success of Anukokunda Oka Roju & Anthapuram.

Anushka is playing the female lead role.

Manisharma's music is already rocking Andhra Pradesh and is all set to create another sensation.

Our sincere thanks to Nallamalupu Srinivas (Bujji) garu for giving this opportunity.

For exhibition in your areas, please contact:
Kumar - 404-395-1318
Ramana - 571-201-2366
E-mail – lakshyamusa@gmail.com
navodhayamovies@gmail.com

Navodhaya Movies bags Lakshyam overseas rights

Navodhaya Movies bagged overseas distribution rights of Lakshyam starring Gopichand & Jagapathi Babu.

Navodaya Movies bagged the theatrical screening and home DVD rights of Gopichand & Jagapathi babu starrer LAKSHYAM that is being released worldwide on July 5th.

Produced by Nallamalupu Srinivas (Bujji), producer of blockbusters – Venkatesh's Lakshmi and NTR's Aadi, is introducing another new director Srivas after VV Vinayak in this wholesome entertainer.

Gopichand is coming back to repeat success of Yagnam, Ranam & Okkadunnadu.

After the success of Pelliana Kothalo & Samanudu, Jagapathi Babu is doing a special role in this movie and is guaranteed to repeat the success of Anukokunda Oka Roju & Anthahpuram.

Anushka is playing the female lead role.

Mani Sharma's music is already rocking Andhra Pradesh and is all set to create another sensation.

Our sincere thanks to Nallamalupu Srinivas (Bujji) garu for giving this opportunity.

For exhibition in your areas, please contact:

Kumar - 404-395-1318
Ramana - 571-201-2366
E-mail – lakshyamusa@gmail.com
navodhayamovies@gmail.com

Chitchat with Gopichand About Lakshyam

Gopichand is one of very few actors who can express intense feelings on the screen among the young lot of Telugu film industry. He created a niche for himself as a mass hero and works on selective projects. His next film Lakshyam is due for the release in June 2007.

What went wrong with Raraju?
The story appeared good when it was narrated, but the director went out of focus while directing it. There were some production lapses as well which resulted in the improper output. I came to know about the result of the film while I was dubbing for it.

What is the result of Okkadunnadu?
Commercially it is a safe project. It was a good film and did a lot of good to my career graph. I got close to the class audiences and A center crowds with this film.

How did your latest film Lakshyam materialize?
Bujji approached me with Srivas's story. Srivas's narrated the story in an inspiring manner. The story has all kinds of emotions to cater all types of genres. Srivas is confident and has lot of clarity. He gave good output and he knows what he wants.

What is the story of Lakshyam?
This is the story of a college student who faces a problem which forces him to set a target (Lakshyam) and achieve it. It is a full-fledged film will all kinds of emotions.

What is the best film you have done so far?
It is very difficult to leave out any film because I liked all those films at script level. My character in Yagnam turns from negative to positive. Ranam character is based on strategy. Andhrudu character is sophisticated and dignified. Raraju is a mass character. Okkadunnadu is stylish.

Tell us about Lakshyam heroine Anushka?
I saw Anushka's performance in Vikramarkudu and she has come a long way in this film. She is very dedicated to her work and hardworking. Anushka is a passionate learner.

Tell us about Nallamalupu Bujji?
I did not know him before making this film, but he is the most dedicated producer I worked with after Pokuri Babu Rao. He handles production issues very well and never compromise on production values if it is really needed for the film. He is very hard working and will have bright future as producer.

What is your next project?
My next project will be produced by Pokuri Babu Rao. BV Ramana (Gowri fame) will direct this film. It is a love story with action backdrop. There is a different point in this film.

How many films are you planning to do per year?
I aim to do 3 films an year, but that depends on the good subjects we get. This year you will see 3 releases from me.

Are you open for doing different kind of films?
I want to do different films. But our audiences look forward for certain kinds of films only. People don't accept if hero dies in the climax where as some of the greatest films in Hindi and Tamil have hero dieing the climax.

What is your involvement in filmmaking?
My involvement in the script lies till it is finalized. Once the film comes to sets, I just go there and do my work. I don't interfere. If I interfere in the sets, it will hurt the ego of director. All the directors work sincerely to give best output. By hurting their ego, we are only harming the film.

Are you open for a multistarrer?
Yes, if I get the right script.

What is your dream character?
I want to do anti-hero films like Ahuti. I want to do films that show lot of intensity. I would like to do films like Godfather and Scarface (the films done by Robert Di Nero and Al Pacino in their prime time). There will be lot more scope for performance in films like these.

Did you like any recent Telugu films?
I liked many films in the last couple of years. But what I find most inspiring is the performance of NTR in Rakhi film.

What do you do in your spare time?
I used to play cricket in the spare time. But not anymore. I love chatting with friends.

What is your dream car?
BMW 7 Series is my dream car. I will buy it when I earn that much of money. My first car was a Matiz which I bought before Jayam happened. That is when I decided that I would buy a big car when I become a hero. And I bought Toyota Corolla after I became hero with Yagnam. Right now I am using the same car.

What kind of emotions you would love to do?
I like doing comedy scenes. I also like to do scenes that involve giving intense expressions. I loved working for Jayam film as Teja extracted lots of intense performance from me.

Do you get any female fan mail?
Interestingly, I got many calls from girls when I did negative roles in Jayam and Varsham. I think in the deep of the heart of every human being there is an animal that gets attracted to the bad things first. I got lot of appreciation for Okkadunnadu film as well.

How do you keep yourself fit?
I daily workout at a gym for 45 minutes as it is important to spare only one hour a day for if you want to stay fit. Only the body builders need to workout in gym for more than an hour.

How are you coping up with the fame after becoming an actor?
I try to mingle with others and I don't want to live in a shell. I know that whatever fame I got as an actor is not forever. If I start enjoying it, I will have to repent at leisure when I am deprived of it.

Audio launch - Lakshyam

Audio of Gopichand’s latest film Lakshyam was launched at Taj Banjara, Hyderabad on the night of 10 June. This function was attended by ANR, Jamuna, D Rama Naidu, K Raghavendra Rao, Jagapati Babu, Gopichand, Mamata Mohandas, Srivas, Nallamalupu Bujji, Surender Reddy, Bellamkonda Suresh, Pokuri Babu Rao, Seenu Vytla, VV Vinaayak, Kota, Chandrabose, Brahmanandam, Venu Madhav etc.

ANR released the audiocassette and gave the first unit to VV Vinayak. D Rama Naidu released the first CD and gave the first unit to K Raghavendra Rao.

Speaking on the occasion actor Gopichand said, “Audio of this film is the biggest audio in my career. Chandrabose has written meaningful lyrics. Choreography is good. Mani Sharma composed good music. There is a remix song from Illarikam - Niluvave valu kanula dana - in this film. I am happy to see ANR and Jamuna who danced in that song come to this function as guests. Jagapati Babu did the role of my elder brother in this film. I would like to thank him. Debutant director Srivas executed the film well.”

Director Srivas said, “I joined the film industry as camera assistant to Annamayya film. I am feeling lucky to have Annamayya director K Raghavendra Rao as guest for the audio function of my first film as director. This film will have all the ingredients Telugu film lovers are looking for. Gopichand and Jagapati Babu cooperated well with me.”

Chandrabose said that he won his first Nandi award for Adi film which is made on this banner. He hoped that he will get another award for this film.

The unit of Lakshyam felicitated editor Gowtam Raju for editing 550 films and lyricist Chandrabose for penning 1500 songs.

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