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Jalsa
''Jalsa'' () is a 2008 Indian Telugu-language action comedy film written and directed by Trivikram Srinivas and produced by Allu Aravind under the Geetha Arts banner. The film stars Pawan Kalyan, Ileana, Parvati Melton and Kamalinee Mukherjee, with Mukesh Rishi, Prakash Raj, Brahmanandam, Ali, and Sunil in supporting roles. The soundtrack of the film was composed by Devi Sri Prasad. Released on 1 April 2008, ''Jalsa'' set multiple box office records on its opening day, registering the highest first-day collection in Telugu cinema history at the time and the highest for any South Indian film in a single state. It emerged as the highest-grossing Telugu film of the year and was a commercial success. The film received praise for its lead performances, music, humour, and witty dialogues, though the screenplay drew criticism. The film's marketing included an action video game based on its characters, making it the first movie-based video game in South Indian and Telug ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Trivikram Srinivas
Trivikram Srinivas (born Akella Naga Srinivasa Sarma; 7 November 1971) is an Indian film director and screenwriter known for his work in Telugu cinema. Recognised for his witty dialogues, humour, and philosophical themes, he is one of the highest-paid directors in Indian cinema. He has received six Nandi Awards for Best Dialogue Writer and two Filmfare Awards for Best Director. In 2015, he received the BN Reddy National Award for his contributions to Indian cinema. A university gold medalist with a master's degree in nuclear physics, Trivikram began his career as a screenwriter before transitioning to directing. He is popularly referred to as "Maatala Maantrikudu" (), and " Guruji" () by Telugu audiences. His films are characterised by fast-paced repartee, humorous content, action elements, mythological references, and themes exploring relationships and the significance of women in society. Some of his works incorporate ideas from Hindu philosophy into mainstream cinema. I ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Pawan Kalyan
Konidela Pawan Kalyan (born Konidela Kalyan Kumar; 2 September 1971) is an Indian politician, actor, philanthropist, and martial artist serving as the List of deputy chief ministers of Andhra Pradesh, 11th Deputy Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh since June 2024. He is also the Ministry of Panchayat Raj and Rural Development, Minister of Panchayat Raj, Rural Development and Rural Water Supply; Ministry of Environment, Forest, Science and Technology, Environment, Forest, Science and Technology in the Government of Andhra Pradesh and an Member of the Legislative Assembly (India), MLA representing the Pithapuram Assembly constituency, Pithapuram constituency. He is the founder and president of the Janasena Party. As an actor, Kalyan is known for his distinctive style and mannerisms in Telugu cinema. He enjoys a huge fanbase across the Telugu states, often described as "unfathomable," "fiercely loyal," and akin to a "cult following." He is among the highest-paid actors in Cinema of ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ileana D'Cruz
Ileana D'Cruz (born 1 November 1986) is a Portuguese actress who primarily appears in Telugu and Hindi films. She is the recipient of several accolades including a Filmfare Award and a Filmfare Awards South. D'Cruz made her screen debut in 2006 with the Telugu-language romantic-drama film '' Devadasu'', a commercial success, which won her the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut - South. D'Cruz established herself as a leading actress in Telugu cinema with successful films including '' Pokiri'' (2006), '' Jalsa'' (2008), '' Kick'' (2009), and '' Julayi'' (2012). She also starred in the Tamil film ''Nanban'' (2012), which was a commercial success. D'Cruz expanded to Hindi cinema in 2012 with Anurag Basu's comedy-drama '' Barfi!'', for which she won the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut. She then played the leading lady in the box office successes—romantic comedy '' Main Tera Hero'' (2014), and the crime thrillers '' Rustom'' (2016) and ''Raid'' (2018). In addition to ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Devi Sri Prasad
Gandham Sriprasad (2 August 1979), known as Devi Sri Prasad or more commonly by his initials DSP, is an Indian music composer, singer, and lyricist primarily known for his work in Telugu cinema, along with Tamil cinema. He has received numerous accolades, including a National Film Award, a Nandi Award, ten Filmfare Awards, seven SIIMA Awards, and five CineMAA Awards. Over his 25-year career, Devi Sri Prasad has worked on more than 100 films. He began his music career in 1997 by contributing to the studio album ''Dance Party''. Prasad made his debut as a film composer at the age of 19 with the 1999 Telugu film ''Devi''. His breakthrough in Telugu cinema came with the soundtrack of '' Anandam'' in 2001. Early and personal life Devi Sri Prasad was born in Vedurupaka in East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh in a Telugu family. His father, G. Satyamurthy, was a screenwriter in Telugu cinema, who has penned popular films like '' Devatha'', '' Khaidi No. 786'', and '' Pedar ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kushi (2001 Film)
''Kushi'' ( Happiness) is a 2001 Indian Telugu-language romantic comedy film written and directed by S. J. Suryah and produced by A. M. Rathnam. Starring Pawan Kalyan and Bhumika, the film features music composed by Mani Sharma. Pawan Kalyan also choreographed all the action sequences and directed three songs in the film. It's a official remake of blockbuster Tamil film , ''Kushi'' (2000). ''Kushi'' was released on 27 April 2001 and became a commercial success, emerging as the highest-grossing Telugu film at the time. The film was critically acclaimed for its screenplay, music, cinematography and especially the performance of Pawan Kalyan. ''Kushi'' was the culmination of a streak of six consecutive hits for Pawan Kalyan and his style, mannerisms and dialogues from the film were much imitated by the youth. ''Kushi'' was re-released on 31 December 2022 in 4K and became the highest grossing Telugu re-release of all time surpassing another Pawan Kalyan film '' Jalsa''. P ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Allu Aravind
Allu Aravind (born 10 January 1949) is an Indian film producer, film distributor, and businessman. He is regarded as one of the most successful producers in Cinema of South India, South Indian cinema. He is the founder of Geetha Arts, a major film production house in the Telugu film industry. He is also the co-owner of aha (streaming service), Aha, an Over-the-top media service, online streaming service, and the Indian Super League club, Kerala Blasters FC. Aravind won the Filmfare Lifetime Achievement Award – South, Filmfare Lifetime Achievement and two Nandi Awards for his work as a producer. Some of his notable works as a producer include ''Bantrothu Bharya'' (1974), ''Subhalekha'' (1982), ''Pasivadi Pranam'' (1987), ''Attaku Yamudu Ammayiki Mogudu'' (1989)'', Mappillai (1989 film), Mappillai'' (1989), ''Master (1997 film), Master'' (1997), ''Ninaithen Vandhai'' (1998), ''Mangalyam Tantunanena'' (1998), ''Annayya (2000 film), Annayya'' (2000), ''Jalsa'' (2008), ''Ghajini ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Swathi Reddy
Swathi Reddy (born 19 April 1987) is an Indian actress and television presenter who predominantly works in Telugu films, along with Tamil and Malayalam films. She has acted in over 29 movies. Her nickname ''Colours Swathi'' comes from her stint in the Telugu television show ''Colours'', which was telecast on Maa TV. After playing supporting roles, she made her debut as a lead actress in the Tamil film '' Subramaniapuram'' (2008). Her role in the Telugu film '' Ashta Chamma'' (2008) earned her the Filmfare Award and Nandi Award for Best Actress. She also worked as a dubbing artist, and a playback singer in a few films. Her other notable films include '' Aadavari Matalaku Arthale Verule'' (2007), '' Swamy Ra Ra'' (2013), '' Amen'' (2013), and '' Karthikeya'' (2014). Early life and education Swathi Reddy was born in Vladivostok, located in the southerly reaches of the Russian Far East in the erstwhile Soviet Union. Her father, who was an officer in the Indian Navy, was train ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Geetha Arts
Geetha Arts is an Indian film production and distribution company known for its works in Telugu cinema. It is one of the largest and most successful production houses in South Indian cinema. It was established in 1972 by Allu Aravind. It has produced around 60 films majority of them in Telugu in addition to a few films in Hindi, Tamil, and Kannada languages. Geetha Arts marked its beginning through the 1974 Telugu film '' Bantrothu Bharya''. The company has produced films featuring actors such as Chiranjeevi, Rajinikanth, Aamir Khan, Pawan Kalyan, Ram Charan, Allu Arjun, Ganesh, Nani, Ravichandran, Govinda and Kartik Aaryan. It has also expanded its presence into film distribution, exhibition and digital content. History Geetha Arts is an Indian film production and distribution company established in 1972 by Dasari Satyanaraya Murthy, Vegi Veera Raju and Allu Aravind, the son of veteran Telugu comedian Allu Ramalingaiah. The company was named after the Hindu philosophica ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Prakash Raj
Prakash Raj (born Prakash Rai; 26 March 1965) is an Indian actor, film director, producer, television presenter, and politician. Known for his works in Telugu language, Telugu, Tamil language, Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam, English language, English, and Hindi-language films. he is the recipient of List of awards and nominations received by Prakash Raj, several accolades, including five National Film Awards, eight Nandi Awards, eight Tamil Nadu State Film Awards, six Filmfare Awards South, four South Indian International Movie Awards, SIIMA Awards, three CineMAA Awards, and three Vijay Awards. Apart from his native language Tulu and Kannada, Raj's fluency in Telugu, Tamil, Hindi, English, and Marathi language, Marathi has placed him among the most sought after actors in Cinema of India, Indian cinema. After working in stage shows and television in Kannada for a few years, Raj ventured into films. He made his debut in Tamil cinema through ''Duet (1994 film), Duet'' (1994), by K. Ba ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sivaji (Telugu Actor)
Sontineni Sivaji (born 30 June 1971), is an Indian actor and voice actor who works in Telugu cinema. He had won the Nandi Award for Best Male Dubbing Artist for '' Dil''. His notable performances include '' Missamma'' (2003), '' Adirindayya Chandram'' (2005), ''Satyabhama'' (2007), ''Mantra'' (2007), ''Taj Mahal'' (2010), and ''Court – State vs a Nobody'' (2025). In 2023, he participated in the reality show '' Bigg Boss 7'', and emerged as the second runner-up. Beside acting, Sivaji is politically active as a member of the Bharatiya Janata Party. He embarked on a hunger strike to demand special status for Andhra Pradesh. Early life and career Sivaji is from Andhra Pradesh, a town near Chilakaluripet in Palnadu district. Sivaji started his stint as an editor in Gemini TV He was offered a role in a TV serial and from then he started getting offers in Telugu movies. He acted in minor roles in notable films such as '' Kushi'' and ''Indra Indra (; ) is the Hindu god of wea ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
List Of Telugu Films Of 2008
This is a list of films produced by the Tollywood (Telugu language film industry) based in Hyderabad in the year 2008. List Other releases The following films were also released in 2008, though the release date remains unknown. References {{2008 films , state=autocollapse 2008 Telugu Telugu may refer to: * Telugu language, a major Dravidian language of South India ** Telugu literature, is the body of works written in the Telugu language. * Telugu people, an ethno-linguistic group of India * Telugu script, used to write the Tel ... 2008 in Indian cinema ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Aditya Redij
Aditya Redij is an Indian television actor known for portraying Raghav Saghvan in ''Na Aana Is Des Laado'', Prithvi Khanna and Ishwar Pandey in ''Junoon – Aisi Nafrat Toh Kaisa Ishq ''Junoon – Aisi Nafrat Toh Kaisa Ishq'' is a soap opera that was first shown between 5 November 2012 and 6 September 2013 on Life OK on Monday to Friday evenings. The show stars Aditya Redij and Mouni Roy in lead roles. The story revolves ...'' and Shiva Lashkare in '' Bawara Dil''. Personal life Redij got engaged to girlfriend Natasha Sharma on 29 April 2012. They got married in 2014. The duo welcomed their first child, a son in October 2022. Television Reality Shows Filmography Awards and nominations References External links * {{DEFAULTSORT:Redij Aditya Living people Place of birth missing (living people) Indian male film actors Indian male television actors 21st-century Indian male actors 1984 births ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
