Tuesday, October 26, 2010
Anushka the Dream Girl
Anushka Shetty was born in a Bunt family of Bellipady[3] in Mangalore. She did her schooling and college in Bangalore. She was also a Yoga Instructor and has trained under yoga guru Bharat Thakur.Her mother tongue is Tulu and she also speaks Telugu, Hindi, Tamil and English as well.
Shetty made her acting debut in Puri Jagannath's 2005 Telugu film Super alongside Akkineni Nagarjuna. The same year, she acted in another film Mahanandi, which was an unsuccessful venture. In 2006, she had four releases, the first being S. S. Rajamouli's Vikramarkudu opposite Raviteja, in which she portrayed the character Neeraja Goswami.
Nayanatara an actress of South
Diana Mariam Kurian (born 18 November 1984),[2] best known by her stage name Nayantara (Malayalam: നയന് താര), is an Indian film actress who has appeared in Malayalam, Telugu Tamil, and Kannada films. She debuted in the 2003 Malayalam film Manassinakkare, before starring in Tamil and Telugu-language films, alongside popular lead actors. Following several commercial successes such as Chandramukhi (2005), Ghajini (2005) and Billa (2007), she had established herself as one of the leading actresses in Tamil cinema.
ILIANA the Queen of South
Ileana was born in Mumbai on November 1, 1987, to Christiano Ronaldo and Samira. She has two sisters and one brother. She completed her high school studies at St.Mary's Convent High School, Mapusa, Goa. Her parents named her after Ileana (Helen of Troy) from Greek mythology.
Trisha Krishna The Beauty of South
Trisha Krishnan (born on 4 May 1983) is an Indian film actress and model who mainly appears in Tamil films and Telugu films. After her first appearance in the 1999 Tamil film Jodi, as a supporting role character, she won a Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut for her first lead role in the 2002 film Mounam Pesiyadhe. She later rose to fame after starring in the successful films, Saamy (2003) and Ghilli (2004) in Tamil cinema and Varsham (2004) in Telugu cinema, for which she secured her first South Filmfare Best Actress Award. She made her Bollywood debut in the 2010 film Khatta Meetha.
Venkatesh Daggubati Victory(Venkey)
Venkatesh was born to Dr. D. Ramanaidu and Rajeshwari in Karamchedu, a village in Prakasam District, A.P. He has an elder brother, D. Suresh Babu, who runs one of the most prestigious banners in Telugu cinema, Suresh Productions, and a younger sister, Lakshmi. Venkatesh did his schooling in Don Bosco, Egmore, Chennai. He graduated with a B.Com from Loyola College in Chennai and got his MBA from the Monterey Institute of International Studies, USA.[1] After his return to India, he wanted to get into production but instead, became an actor in Telugu films.
Venky is married to Neeraja and they have four children: a son named Arjun Ramnath and three daughters, Aashritha, Havyavahini and Bhavana. His nephew, Rana Daggubati, son of popular producer D. Suresh Babu, is also a movie star. Venky is a die-hard fan of cricket; he supports his home team Deccan Chargers (Hyderabad) in the Indian Premier League.
Venkatesh debuted in Kaliyuga Pandavulu in the year 1986. The movie was not only a hit but also got him his first Nandi award, which is a rare accomplishment for an actor who has just completed his debut film. At an early phase in his career, Venkatesh acted in Swarnakamalam, directed by K Viswanath, which got him his second Nandi award. Bobbili Raja, with the delightful Divya Bharti, was a big comedy and a musical hit. Venkatesh worked with Bollywood director Ram Gopal Varma on the film Kshana Kshanam. In 1991, Chanti, a family drama, was a box office hit that got him a huge fan following among women in both Telugu and Hindi films.
His recent films, Adavari Matalaku Ardhalu Verule and Tulasi were big hits. Last year he teamed up with his friend Kamal Haasan and acted in a movie called Eenadu, which got released in September 2009. His latest movie is Namo Venkatesa, directed by Sreenu Vytla; it was released as a pongal special and celebrated its grand 100 days function on 26 April, being 2010’s first 100-day film.[3] Recently, he has given a nod to act in a film to be directed by P. Vasu, which is to be a remake of Aptharakshaka, a Kannada film, a sequel to the 2005 blockbuster film Chandramukhi; regular shooting started on May 12, 2010.
Venky is married to Neeraja and they have four children: a son named Arjun Ramnath and three daughters, Aashritha, Havyavahini and Bhavana. His nephew, Rana Daggubati, son of popular producer D. Suresh Babu, is also a movie star. Venky is a die-hard fan of cricket; he supports his home team Deccan Chargers (Hyderabad) in the Indian Premier League.
Venkatesh debuted in Kaliyuga Pandavulu in the year 1986. The movie was not only a hit but also got him his first Nandi award, which is a rare accomplishment for an actor who has just completed his debut film. At an early phase in his career, Venkatesh acted in Swarnakamalam, directed by K Viswanath, which got him his second Nandi award. Bobbili Raja, with the delightful Divya Bharti, was a big comedy and a musical hit. Venkatesh worked with Bollywood director Ram Gopal Varma on the film Kshana Kshanam. In 1991, Chanti, a family drama, was a box office hit that got him a huge fan following among women in both Telugu and Hindi films.
His recent films, Adavari Matalaku Ardhalu Verule and Tulasi were big hits. Last year he teamed up with his friend Kamal Haasan and acted in a movie called Eenadu, which got released in September 2009. His latest movie is Namo Venkatesa, directed by Sreenu Vytla; it was released as a pongal special and celebrated its grand 100 days function on 26 April, being 2010’s first 100-day film.[3] Recently, he has given a nod to act in a film to be directed by P. Vasu, which is to be a remake of Aptharakshaka, a Kannada film, a sequel to the 2005 blockbuster film Chandramukhi; regular shooting started on May 12, 2010.
Nagarjuna Akkineni Yuvasamrat(KING)
Nagarjuna was born on August 29, 1959 in Chennai, the son of actor Akkineni Nageswara Rao. Later their family shifted to Hyderabad where he did his schooling at Hyderabad Public School, and Intermediate from Little Flower Junior College, Hyderabad and BE (Mechanical) from College of Engineering, Guindy Anna university, in between shifted to University of Michigan, Ann arbor and completed Bachelors. Nagarjuna completed MS (Automobile) from University of Louisiana at Lafayatte, USA. [1] Later, he ended up in acting career.
Nagarjuna's first movie Vikram released on 24 May 1986 (before this he acted in Sudigundalu as a child artist). In 1989 he starred in Geethanjali, a love story that was directed by Maniratnam which was dubbed into Tamil as well. In the same year, Nagarjuna followed with Shiva (1989 film), an action film directed by Ram Gopal Varma which was also dubbed into Tamil as 'Udhayam'. He subsequently made his Bollywood debut with the Hindi remake of the same film Shiva (1989 film). He did some different roles in the movies like Killer, Nirnayam. President Gari Pellam was released in 1993. He followed with films, Varasudu, Gharana Bullodu, and Allari Alludu, Criminal (1994) and Sisindri to name a few. In 1994, he ventured into comedy for the first time with Hello Brother. Hello Brother was an instant hit and was later remade into Judwaa, a Hindi film starring Salman Khan. Hello Brother became a super hit in Tamil too, when it was dubbed into that language. In 1996, Nagarjuna starred as well as produced, Ninne Pelladatha, which was directed by Krishna Vamsi and co-starred the National Award winning Hindi actress, Tabu. It was rumoured that Nagarjuna signed Krishna Vamsi upon seeing just ten minutes of the director's, then yet to be released debut film, Gulabi. It went on to become the biggest hit of that year, Sandeep Chowta was the music director for that film . Later, Nagarjuna took up the challenge of portraying Annamacharya, the 15th century Telugu singer and poet, in Annamayya (film). In 2000 after moderately successful Sitaramaraju film, Nagarjuna starred in Nuvvu Vastavani which went on to become a blockbuster. His subsequent films that year, Ninne Premistha and Azad (film) too met with commercial success. Later, he starred in the romantic comedies, Santhosham and Manmadhudu, both of which were successful at the box office. Shivamani capped off a golden run of six continuously successful films in Nagarjuna's acting career. During that time, he produced the blockbuster film, Sathyam, launching the acting career of his nephew, Sumanth.
Nagarjuna's first movie Vikram released on 24 May 1986 (before this he acted in Sudigundalu as a child artist). In 1989 he starred in Geethanjali, a love story that was directed by Maniratnam which was dubbed into Tamil as well. In the same year, Nagarjuna followed with Shiva (1989 film), an action film directed by Ram Gopal Varma which was also dubbed into Tamil as 'Udhayam'. He subsequently made his Bollywood debut with the Hindi remake of the same film Shiva (1989 film). He did some different roles in the movies like Killer, Nirnayam. President Gari Pellam was released in 1993. He followed with films, Varasudu, Gharana Bullodu, and Allari Alludu, Criminal (1994) and Sisindri to name a few. In 1994, he ventured into comedy for the first time with Hello Brother. Hello Brother was an instant hit and was later remade into Judwaa, a Hindi film starring Salman Khan. Hello Brother became a super hit in Tamil too, when it was dubbed into that language. In 1996, Nagarjuna starred as well as produced, Ninne Pelladatha, which was directed by Krishna Vamsi and co-starred the National Award winning Hindi actress, Tabu. It was rumoured that Nagarjuna signed Krishna Vamsi upon seeing just ten minutes of the director's, then yet to be released debut film, Gulabi. It went on to become the biggest hit of that year, Sandeep Chowta was the music director for that film . Later, Nagarjuna took up the challenge of portraying Annamacharya, the 15th century Telugu singer and poet, in Annamayya (film). In 2000 after moderately successful Sitaramaraju film, Nagarjuna starred in Nuvvu Vastavani which went on to become a blockbuster. His subsequent films that year, Ninne Premistha and Azad (film) too met with commercial success. Later, he starred in the romantic comedies, Santhosham and Manmadhudu, both of which were successful at the box office. Shivamani capped off a golden run of six continuously successful films in Nagarjuna's acting career. During that time, he produced the blockbuster film, Sathyam, launching the acting career of his nephew, Sumanth.
Balakrishna Nandamuri Yuvaratna
Nandamuri Balakrishna was born in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, to N. T. Rama Rao and smt.Basava Tarakam. Balakrishna has seven brothers Rama Krishna, Jaya Krishna, Harikrishna, Mohana Krishna, Sai Krishna, Jaya Shankar Krishna, and four sisters Uma Maheswari, Bhuvaneswari, Lokeswari, Daggubati Purandareswari.
In 1974 Telugu film, Tatamma Kala which was Directed by his father NTR. This marked his debut on the silver screen. Also released in the same year, NTR’s Brahmam gari Charitra. His first year was very promising, with three out of seven movies being big hits. His first movie with ANR Bharya Bhartla Bhandham produced by Jagapati Arts was rated as an average film. Pattabhishekam, a Ramakrishna Studios film directed by K.Raghavendra Rao who weaved a new image for NTR, saved grace by collecting close to one crore in the first week and having a decent run.
In 1986, he had six consecutive box office hits and he has appeared on the cover page of The Week Magazine. Muddula Krishnnayya was the first movie to collect over one crore in the first week and he never looked back on openings. In 1989, his Muddula Mavayya turned out to be the biggest hit. His 50th movie Nari Nari Naduma Murari was a big hit. Lorry Driver, which came in 1990 was not only an unexpected hit, but is one of the most popular films in the Telugu film industry. Rowdy Inspector was another big hit in his career that came in the next couple of years. Even the film is dubbed in Hindi and was a big hit. His performance in Sci-Fi movie Aditya 369 and Folklore Bhairava Dweepam was critically acclaimed and has made decent commercial outcome.
During the year of 1993 only two of his movies Nippuravva and Bangaru Bullodu were released; both of them were released on the same day. In the year 1994 his combination with ANR in Gandeevam did not have similar success, however his next movie Bobbili Simham did. His role in Pedda Annayya (1997) was praised by fans and it was contested that he deserved an award for his role in this film.
In 1974 Telugu film, Tatamma Kala which was Directed by his father NTR. This marked his debut on the silver screen. Also released in the same year, NTR’s Brahmam gari Charitra. His first year was very promising, with three out of seven movies being big hits. His first movie with ANR Bharya Bhartla Bhandham produced by Jagapati Arts was rated as an average film. Pattabhishekam, a Ramakrishna Studios film directed by K.Raghavendra Rao who weaved a new image for NTR, saved grace by collecting close to one crore in the first week and having a decent run.
In 1986, he had six consecutive box office hits and he has appeared on the cover page of The Week Magazine. Muddula Krishnnayya was the first movie to collect over one crore in the first week and he never looked back on openings. In 1989, his Muddula Mavayya turned out to be the biggest hit. His 50th movie Nari Nari Naduma Murari was a big hit. Lorry Driver, which came in 1990 was not only an unexpected hit, but is one of the most popular films in the Telugu film industry. Rowdy Inspector was another big hit in his career that came in the next couple of years. Even the film is dubbed in Hindi and was a big hit. His performance in Sci-Fi movie Aditya 369 and Folklore Bhairava Dweepam was critically acclaimed and has made decent commercial outcome.
During the year of 1993 only two of his movies Nippuravva and Bangaru Bullodu were released; both of them were released on the same day. In the year 1994 his combination with ANR in Gandeevam did not have similar success, however his next movie Bobbili Simham did. His role in Pedda Annayya (1997) was praised by fans and it was contested that he deserved an award for his role in this film.
Chrajeevi the Mega Star of Tallywood
Chiranjeevi (Born: Konidela Siva Sankara Vara Prasad ) was born on 22 August 1955), is an Indian film actor and a politician. He appeared primarily in Telugu films along with a few Hindi films. After graduating with a degree in commerce, Chiranjeevi made his acting debut in Punadhirallu (1978); Pranam Khareedu (1978) released at the box office earlier though. His performance in Khaidi (1983) and Swayam Krushi (1987) got him recognition; the latter winning the Nandi Award – his first major award. He subsequently played a variety of character types; his film roles along with his screen persona contributed to a change in the concept of a Telugu film hero.
Rudraveena (1988), for which Director K. Balachander won the National Award for Best Feature Film on National Integration was produced by Chiranjeevi. The film also made Chiranjeevi win his second Nandi Award for Best Actor. For Muta Mesthri (1993) and Sneham Kosam (1999), he won Filmfare Awards. For his performance in Indra (2003), he won the Filmfare Award and the Nandi Award. These accomplishments established him as a leading actor of Telugu cinema. His last film in a leading role was in Shankar Dada Zindabad (2007).
In 2008, he entered politics by forming the Praja Rajyam Party. In the 2009 Andhra Pradesh elections, Chiranjeevi was elected as a member of the State Assembly from Tirupati constituency. He led the Praja Rajyam Party to emerge as the third largest party in the same election. Popularly known as Megastar in the media,[2] Chiranjeevi was honored with the Padma Bhushan, India's third highest civilian award. In 2006, he was presented with an honorary doctorate degree from Andhra University.[3] Chiranjeevi is married to Surekha, the daughter of erstwhile comedian Allu Ramalingaiah. They have two daughters and a son, Ram Charan Teja, who is an actor in the Tollywood.
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