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Bangarraju
''Bangarraju'' () is a 2022 Indian Telugu-language supernatural action drama film directed by Kalyan Krishna Kurasala and produced by Annapurna Studios and Zee Studios. It is a sequel to the 2016 film ''Soggade Chinni Nayana'' and stars Nagarjuna, Ramya Krishna, Naga Chaitanya and Krithi Shetty. ''Bangarraju'' was filmed from August to December 2021, with film score and soundtrack composed by Anup Rubens. ''Bangarraju'' was released theatrically on 14 January 2022, coinciding with Sankranti. It opened to mostly positive and mixed reviews and was a box office success, grossing over crore worldwide. Plot When Bangarraju is returning to Narakam, he is told that he has been shifted to Svargam due to the good deeds that he has done during his time back on earth. After a few months, Ramu and Seetha both have a child, but Seetha dies after bearing the child. Sathyabhama and Ramu decide to take care of the child and name him Bangarraju, and simultaneously Ramu's cousin Ramesh also na ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Soggade Chinni Nayana
''Soggade Chinni Nayana'' () is a 2016 Indian Telugu-language supernatural drama film directed by Kalyan Krishna Kurasala and written by Satyanand and Ram Mohan P. In addition to producing the film under his Annapurna Studios banner, Nagarjuna played dual roles, starring alongside Ramya Krishna and Lavanya Tripathi. Nassar, Mahadevan, Sampath Raj and Brahmanandam played supporting roles. The film revolves around the soul of Bangarraju, a flirtatious zamindar whom Yama sends back to earth to reconcile his son (Ram "Ramu" Mohan) and his wife Seetha; they are on the brink of divorce. In the process, he learns about his death and its connection with a local Shiva temple. P. S. Vinod and Siddhardh Ramaswami provided the cinematography, and Anup Rubens composed the film's soundtrack and background score. Prawin Pudi edited the film. Principal photography for the film began on 19 November 2014 after it was launched in Hyderabad, and wrapped on 4 October 2015. Most of the film w ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Naga Chaitanya
Akkineni Naga Chaitanya (born 23 November 1986) is an Indian actor who primarily works in Telugu cinema. He made his acting debut with ''Josh'' (2009) and his breakthrough came with Gautham Vasudev Menon-directed ''Ye Maaya Chesave'' (2010). He has won several film awards including Filmfare Award for Best Male Debut – South, Nandi Award for Best Supporting Actor and SIIMA Award for Best Actor (Critics). In his initial years he appeared in successful films including '' 100% Love'' (2011), ''Tadakha'' (2013) and ''Manam'' (2014) along with few films that did not perform well. Chaitanya is known for his notable work in films such as ''Premam'' (2016), ''Majili'' (2019), ''Venky Mama'' (2019), '' Love Story'' (2021) and '' Bangarraju'' (2022). He married actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu in October 2017, but they got separated in October 2021. Early life Chaitanya was born on 23 November 1986 in Hyderabad to actor Akkineni Nagarjuna and Lakshmi Daggubati. His paternal grandfathe ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kalyan Krishna Kurasala
Kalyan Krishna Kurasala is an Indian film screenwriter and director known for his works primarily in Telugu cinema. He made his directorial debut in 2016 with ''Soggade Chinni Nayana'' and went on direct '' Rarandoi Veduka Chudham'' (2017) '' Nela Ticket'' (2018) and '' Bangarraju'' (2022). After making ''Nela Ticket'', he took a break from movies due to the death of his brother followed by COVID-19 pandemic in India The COVID-19 pandemic in India is a part of the worldwide pandemic of coronavirus disease 2019 () caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (). As of , according to Indian government figures, India has the second-highest n .... He made a comeback with ''Bangarraju'', released in 2022. Filmography References External links * Indian film directors Living people Telugu film directors Year of birth missing (living people) Andhra University alumni {{India-film-director-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Krithi Shetty
Krithi Shetty (born 21 September 2003) is an Indian actress who predominantly appears in Telugu films. She made her debut with the commercially successful film ''Uppena'' (2021).. She Has Won One Filmfare Award South and One SIIMA Award. Early life Krithi Shetty was born on 21 September 2003 in Mumbai, in a Tulu family hailing from Mangalore, Karnataka. Her father is a businessman and her mother is a fashion designer. She has two siblings, a brother and a sister. She was brought up in Mumbai and , she was studying psychology. During her academics, she worked in commercial ads. Shetty can speak her mother tongue Tulu, Hindi and English. She has learnt to speak Telugu and is learning Tamil for her film career. Career Following a brief appearance in the Hindi film ''Super 30'', Shetty made her debut in a lead role at age of 17, with the Telugu film ''Uppena'' directed by Buchi Babu Sana and produced by Mythri Movie Makers and Sukumar Writings. The film was commercially success ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Vennela Kishore
Bokkala Kishore Kumar (born 19 September 1977), known professionally as Vennela Kishore, is an Indian actor and director who works in Telugu-language films. Known for his comic roles, he was given the moniker "Vennela" after his first feature film ''Vennela'' (2005). He is a recipient of two Nandi Awards, two SIIMA Awards and one IIFA Utsavam Award. Early life Kishore was born and brought up in Kamareddy of present-day Telangana. He moved to Hyderabad for graduation and then emigrated to the US for higher studies. Kishore completed his master's degree in Ferris State University, Michigan and started as a software engineer. Career During his stay in the U.S., Kishore got an opportunity to work in Deva Katta's directorial ''Vennela'' (2005) which marked his entry to the film industry. Kishore received appreciation for his role "Akella Vigneswara Rao" in the film '' DJ''. His other performances include '' Bindaas'', ''Pilla Zamindar'', ''Daruvu'', ''Sarkaru Vaari Paata'', '' Ba ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Nagendra Babu
Konidela Nagendra "Naga" Babu (born 29 October 1961) is an Indian actor and producer who works in Telugu cinema. As a producer, he won one National Film Award and two Nandi Awards. Acting career Nagendra Babu acts mainly in supporting roles and villain roles, though he has also played the lead role in some films. He has acted in '' 143'', '' Anji'', ''Shock'', ''Sri Ramadasu'', ''Chandamama'' and ''Orange''. He has produced several films with his brothers, Chiranjeevi and Pawan Kalyan under Anjana Productions. He has two children, actor Varun Tej and Niharika. He currently appears in television serials and is also a judge on the comedy show, '' Jabardasth'', which aired on ETV. Political career Nagendra Babu joined Jana Sena Party established by his brother Pawan Kalyan and contested as a M.P. candidate for Narasapuram Lok Sabha constituency in the 2019 Indian general election. He lost after securing 2,50,289 votes. Filmography As actor *''All films are in Telugu un ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Anup Rubens
Anup Rubens, born Enoch Rubens, is an Indian film music composer who predominantly works in Telugu cinema. He has received the South Filmfare Awards and Nandhi Awards by Government of Andra pradesh. Rubens works include ''Seetharama Kalyana'' (2018), '' Geetha'' (2019), '' Neneraju nenemanthri'' (2017), ''Katamarayudu'' (2017), '' Gopala Gopala'' (2015), ''Temper'' (2015), ''Gowtam SSC'' (2005), ''Prema Kavali'' (2011), ''Ishq'' (2012), ''Sukumarudu'' (2013), ''Loukyam'' (2014), and ''Manam'' (2014). Discography As composer Music videos Awards and nominations *Nandi Award for Best Music Director - ''Manam'' *Filmfare Award for Best Music Director - Telugu - ''Manam'' * Santosham Best Music Director Award - ''Manam Manam, known locally as Manam Motu, is an island located in the Bismarck Sea across the Stephan Strait from Yawar on the northeast coast of mainland Papua New Guinea's Bogia District. The island is 10 kilometers wide, and was created by .. ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Annapurna Studios
Annapurna Studios is an Indian film production company, founded in 1976 by the actor Akkineni Nageswara Rao (ANR). Located in the heart of Hyderabad, India the studio mainly provides services for films including sound stages for set construction, outdoor sets, floors, back-lots, data storage, editing, dubbing, foley/SFX, visual effects, digital intermediate, Dolby Vision/HDR, stereo and near field mixing, Dolby Atmos sound mixing, 5.1/7.1/9.1 sound mixing, conforming and mastering, HD/UHD/DCP mastering, screening theatres among other amenities. In 2011, the Akkineni Family launched a non-profitable educational institute called the Annapurna International School of Film and Media. ANR's family serve as directors on the company board. Foundation The studio was inaugurated by the then President of India Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed on 14 January 1976. Studio floors and backlots Annapurna Studios built its first studio floor in 1976 which spans an area of . The second studio was built ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Zee Studios
Zee Studios is a film production and distribution studio established in 2012, as a subsidiary of Zee Entertainment Enterprises Limited. Known to include a library of productions under its predecessor banners Zee Motion Pictures and Zee Limelight, it operates as a cinematic content engine with a presence in feature film production, distribution, international distribution, promotion, advertising and revenue generating streams. Zee Entertainment's first film was '' Gadar: Ek Prem Katha'' in 2001, which it released under Zee Network. After this, it released movies under the Zee Limelight and Zee Motion Pictures banners. The studio's first major film was the 2015 action thriller drama ''Jazbaa'', starring Aishwarya Rai Bachchan in her comeback and Irrfan Khan as the leads under Essel Vision Productions. Since 2017, it has been widely associated with the production and/or distribution of numerous mainstream projects, almost all of whose satellite rights are exclusively owned by Zee ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Govind Padmasoorya
Govind Padmasoorya (born 16 June 1987), popularly known as GP is an Indian television presenter actor who works mainly in Malayalam cinema and a few Telugu films. He made his debut in the movie Atayalangal directed by M. G. Sasi. He is popular among Malayali audiences through the reality show D 4 Dance. He directed a featured film for Malayalam television channel Asianet for their 25 years celebration.. Early and personal life Govind Padmasoorya popularly known as GP was born on June 16, 1987 at Pattambi, as the son of Govind Menon, (Bank Manager, CSB) and Malathy (AGM, BSNL). He completed his graduate in Master of Business Administration in St.Aloysius College in Manglore. Later, he went to Whistling Woods International to complete his media studies. He has a younger brother named Govind Amrithsoorya. Career GP started his career in acting through some albums in 2007. He made his debut in Malayalam cinema as the protagonist in '' Atayalangal'', directed by M. G. Sasi and ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Rao Ramesh
Raavu Ramesh Rao (born 25 May 1968) is an Indian actor known for his works primarily in Telugu cinema, Telugu theatre, and television. He is the son of veteran actor Rao Gopal Rao. Rao Ramesh initially appeared in ''Seema Simham'' (2002), ''Okkadunnadu'' (2007), before getting a breakthrough role in Krish's ''Gamyam'' (2008), portraying a reformed Naxalite, he received critical acclaim for his portrayal and the film went on to become one of the highest grossing Telugu films of the year. His subsequent films, ''Kotha Bangaru Lokam'' (2008), ''Avakai Biryani'' (2008) and S. S. Rajamouli's ''Magadheera'' (2009) were box office hits, while his role in the latter as a hunchbacked old Tantric won him further acclaim. Throughout the early 2010s, Rao Ramesh became a popular supporting actor and described that by 2015, he was in the "best phase of his career". Early life Rao Ramesh was born on 25 May 1968 in Srikakulam, Andhra Pradesh, to actor Rao Gopal Rao. He was brought up in C ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sampath Raj
Sampath Raj (born 25 December 1968) is an Indian actor who works predominantly in Tamil language, Tamil and Telugu language, Telugu films, in addition to Kannada and Malayalam films. He is best known for appearing in each film of director Venkat Prabhu's trilogy, consisting of ''Chennai 600028'', ''Saroja (2008 film), Saroja'' and ''Goa (2010 film), Goa''. He has also acted in supporting roles in various other films. He is mostly known in negative roles. He has played a brief role as Ekambram in ''Malgudi Days (TV series), Malgudi Days'' for the episode "Neighbors Help", which was directed by Kavitha Lankesh. After a sabbatical, he returned to Kannada cinema with the film ''Shourya (2010 film), Shourya'' (2010). Filmography Film Television References External links * {{DEFAULTSORT:Raj, Sampath Male actors in Tamil cinema Indian male film actors Male actors in Kannada cinema Living people Male actors in Malayalam cinema 1968 births Place of birth missing (living ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
