Modi honors ANR on centenary; Nagarjuna expresses gratitude
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Modi honors ANR on centenary; Nagarjuna expresses gratitude

Deccan Chronicle  

Actor Nagarjuna expressed his joy after Prime Minister Narendra Modi honored his father, the legendary Akkineni Nageswara Rao, during his Mann Ki Baat broadcast on Sunday. Nagarjuna wrote, “Thank you, Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi ji, for honoring my father, ANR garu, on his centenary year alongside such iconic legends. His vision and contributions to Indian cinema continue to inspire generations, and this recognition means the world to our family and countless admirers of his work.” Thank you, Hon’ble Prime Minister shri @narendramodi ji, for honoring my father, ANR Garu, on his centenary year alongside such iconic legends. 🙏 His vision and contributions to Indian cinema continue to inspire generations, and this recognition means the world to our family and… https://t.co/PK0kah9gHT pic.twitter.com/Yh5QSYm4cA In his final Mann Ki Baat of 2024, Prime Minister Modi remembered four iconic figures of Indian cinema—Raj Kapoor, Mohammed Rafi, Akkineni Nageswara Rao, and Tapan Sinha—on their birth centenary.

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Akkineni Family Expresses Gratitude to Modi for ANR Garu Tribute
3 days, 17 hours ago

Akkineni Family Expresses Gratitude to Modi for ANR Garu Tribute

Deccan Chronicle  

The Akkineni family has expressed heartfelt gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for paying tribute to the late Akkineni Nageswara Rao during the 117th episode of Mann Ki Baat. The Prime Minister praised ANR's immense contributions to Indian cinema, particularly Telugu cinema, and commended his films for beautifully portraying Indian traditions and values. Prime Minister Modi’s tribute strengthens ANR's legacy …

Nagarjuna, Naga Chaitanya, Sobhita Dhulipala thank PM Modi for honouring Akkineni Nageswara Rao
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4 days, 22 hours ago

Nagarjuna, Naga Chaitanya, Sobhita Dhulipala thank PM Modi for honouring Akkineni Nageswara Rao

The Hindu  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to Akkineni Nageswara Rao, a prominent figure in Telugu cinema, during the 117th episode of his monthly radio program, Mann Ki Baat. His vision and contributions to Indian cinema continue to inspire generations, and this recognition means the world to our family.” Thank you, Hon'ble Prime Minister shri @narendramodi ji, for honoring my father, …

Nagarjuna, Naga Chaitanya and Sobhita Dhulipala express gratitude to PM Modi for honouring Akkineni Nageswara Rao
4 days, 23 hours ago

Nagarjuna, Naga Chaitanya and Sobhita Dhulipala express gratitude to PM Modi for honouring Akkineni Nageswara Rao

Hindustan Times  

Actor Nagarjuna expressed his gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for honouring his father, Akkineni Nageswara Rao. Nagarjuna, Naga Chaitanya and Sobhita Dhulipala spoke about Akkineni Nageswara Rao. The words on the photo read, "Thank you, Shri Modi ji, for your wonderful words about Akkineni Nageswara Rao Garu's artistic merit and his efforts that have played a key role in …

Nagarjuna, Naga Chaitanya-Sobhita thank PM Modi for Akkineni Nageswara Rao tribute
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5 days, 2 hours ago

Nagarjuna, Naga Chaitanya-Sobhita thank PM Modi for Akkineni Nageswara Rao tribute

India Today  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to legendary actor Akkineni Nageswara Rao during radio programme, Mann Ki Baat. On December 29, PM Modi remembered Raj Kapoor, Mohammad Rafi, Akkineni Nageswara Rao and Tapan Sinha during Mann Ki Baat. https://t.co/PK0kah9gHT pic.twitter.com/Yh5QSYm4cA — Nagarjuna Akkineni December 29, 2024 Replying to PM Modi's tribute, Naga Chaitanya wrote, "Thank you Shri Modi ji @narendramodi …

PM Narendra Modi remembers Raj Kapoor, Mohd Rafi, ANR, Tapan Sinha in 2024's last Mann Ki Baat
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5 days, 19 hours ago

PM Narendra Modi remembers Raj Kapoor, Mohd Rafi, ANR, Tapan Sinha in 2024's last Mann Ki Baat

Hindustan Times  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday remembered the four icons of Indian cinema Raj Kapoor, Mohammed Rafi, Akkineni Nageswara Rao and Tapan Sinha in their birth centenary year in his last Mann Ki Baat address of 2024. PM Modi on Indian icons Speaking in his monthly radio broadcast, the prime minister said: "In 2024, we are celebrating the birth centenary …

PM Modi remembers 'legends' Raj Kapoor, Mohammed Rafi on Mann ki Baat
6 days, 2 hours ago

PM Modi remembers 'legends' Raj Kapoor, Mohammed Rafi on Mann ki Baat

India Today  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on December 29 commended the Indian film and entertainment industry for its impactful contributions to the nation’s development. PM Modi honoured iconic figure Raj Kapoor for introducing the world to India’s soft power through cinema. Addressing the same on the 117th episode of Mann Ki Baat, he said, “I would also like to congratulate the film …

Vikrant Massey reveals PM Narendra Modi had tears in his eyes after watching The Sabarmati Report: 'Woh bhi bhavuk the'
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Vikrant Massey reveals PM Narendra Modi had tears in his eyes after watching The Sabarmati Report: 'Woh bhi bhavuk the'

Hindustan Times  

Vikrant says PM Modi got emotional after watching The Sabarmati Report Vikrant said, "Unko film pasand aya, humara prayas acha laga. Uss film ki screening ke time jitna main bhavuk tha, shayad woh bhi uss time utne hi bhavuk the. Vikrant attended film's screening with PM Modi Earlier this month, Vikrant attended the screening of The Sabarmati Report with PM …

PM Modi pays tributes to Raj Kapoor on filmmaker’s 100th birth anniversary
2 weeks, 6 days ago

PM Modi pays tributes to Raj Kapoor on filmmaker’s 100th birth anniversary

The Hindu  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday paid tributes to celebrated actor-filmmaker Raj Kapoor on his 100th birth anniversary, hailing him as "the eternal showman". He said on X, "Today, we mark the 100th birth anniversary of the legendary Raj Kapoor, a visionary filmmaker, actor and the eternal showman! The prime minister had recently met members of the Kapoor family, which …

PM Modi meets Kapoor family to mark centenary celebrations of late Raj Kapoor
3 weeks, 2 days ago

PM Modi meets Kapoor family to mark centenary celebrations of late Raj Kapoor

Hindustan Times  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday met the members of Kapoor family and held a candid conversation on the upcoming centenary celebrations of legendary filmmaker and actor Raj Kapoor. Prime Minister Narendra Modi poses for a group picture with the Kapoor family during their meet ahead of the upcoming Raj Kapoor 100 Film Festival on Raj Kapoor's centenary, in New …

Kareena Kapoor Khan thanks PM Modi for commemorating grandfather Raj Kapoor’s legacy
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Kareena Kapoor Khan thanks PM Modi for commemorating grandfather Raj Kapoor’s legacy

The Hindu  

A day after the members of Raj Kapoor's family met Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Bollywood star Kareena Kapoor Khan thanked him for inviting them to "commemorate the extraordinary life and legacy" of their grandfather ahead of the cinema icon's birth centenary. "We are deeply humbled and honored to have been invited by the Honourable Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, to …

Honored to have been invited by PM to commemorate our grandfather Raj Kapoor's legacy: Kareena
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Honored to have been invited by PM to commemorate our grandfather Raj Kapoor's legacy: Kareena

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: A day after the members of Raj Kapoor's family met Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Bollywood star Kareena Kapoor Khan thanked him for inviting them to "commemorate the extraordinary life and legacy" of their grandfather ahead of the cinema icon's birth centenary. The Kapoor family, including actors Ranbir Kapoor, Riddhima Kapoor Sahni, and Neetu Kapoor, met the prime minister …

Nagarjuna: Father ANR was mocked for feminine mannerisms, wanted to kill himself
1 month, 1 week ago

Nagarjuna: Father ANR was mocked for feminine mannerisms, wanted to kill himself

India Today  

Telugu actor Nagarjuna Akkineni shared heartfelt memories of his father, the late Akkineni Nageswara Rao, during a session at the International Indian Film Festival in Goa. Speaking about ANR’s humble origins and extraordinary journey to becoming one of Telugu cinema’s most celebrated actors, Nagarjuna offered fascinating insights into his father’s early struggles and dedication. “He came from a very humble …

Nagarjuna's Tribute to Cinema: A Legacy of Entertainment and Inspiration
2 months, 1 week ago

Nagarjuna's Tribute to Cinema: A Legacy of Entertainment and Inspiration

The Hindu  

The ANR Awards 2024 will be held in Hyderabad, with Nagarjuna Akkineni and Chiranjeevi among the attendees. The awards ceremony recognizes contributions to Indian cinema, with Nagarjuna highlighting the importance of cinema as a means of entertainment and appreciation for the art form. He also speaks about the restoration of classic Telugu films and the contribution of the Annapurna College …

‘Chiranjeevi Will Be Receiving The ANR Award This Year’: Nagarjuna
3 months, 1 week ago

‘Chiranjeevi Will Be Receiving The ANR Award This Year’: Nagarjuna

News 18  

Megastar Chiranjeevi is all set to receive one of the prestigious honours, the Akkineni National Award. At the press meet of the ANR 100 film festival, Nagarjuna said, “We’ve decided to present the award to Chiranjeevi garu this year. He wrote, “Remembering the legendary ANR, Akkineni Nageswara Rao garu, one of the greatest actors of all time on his 100th …

ANR 100: Film festival kickstarts celebrations in 31 cities; Amitabh Bachchan to present the ANR award to Chiranjeevi this year
3 months, 1 week ago

ANR 100: Film festival kickstarts celebrations in 31 cities; Amitabh Bachchan to present the ANR award to Chiranjeevi this year

The Hindu  

Actor Nagarjuna Akkineni brimmed with pride when he addressed the gathering in Hyderabad before the screening of Devadasu, the 1953 Telugu film starring his late father and legendary actor Akkineni Nageswara Rao in one of his unforgettable roles. Devadasu is among the 10 films starring ANR restored by the Film Heritage Foundation and Annapurna Studios, in collaboration with the National …

Akkineni Nageswara Rao 100th Birth Anniversary
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Akkineni Nageswara Rao 100th Birth Anniversary

Deccan Chronicle  

Hyderabad: PVR INOX Limited, India’s largest and most premium cinema exhibitor, is proud to announce the Akkineni Nageswara Rao Film Festival, a grand tribute to the legendary Telugu actor, Akkineni Nageswara Rao, to mark his 100th birth anniversary. Shivendra Singh Dungarpur, Filmmaker and Director, the Film Heritage Foundation, also expressed his enthusiasm for the festival, stating, “Akkineni Nageswara Rao was …

'MGR's Work Continues To Inspire Us': PM Modi Remembers Ex-TN CM On Birth Anniversary
11 months, 2 weeks ago

'MGR's Work Continues To Inspire Us': PM Modi Remembers Ex-TN CM On Birth Anniversary

ABP News  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid homage to the late MG Ramachandran, former Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, on his birth anniversary on Wednesday. Taking to X, PM Modi said, "Today, on his birth anniversary we remember and celebrate the life of the great MGR. As a leader and Chief Minister, he… — Narendra Modi January 17, 2024 Former Tamil Nadu …

Nagarjuna unveils Akkineni Nageswar Rao statue with Naga Chaitanya; Ram Charan, Mahesh Babu attend
1 year, 3 months ago

Nagarjuna unveils Akkineni Nageswar Rao statue with Naga Chaitanya; Ram Charan, Mahesh Babu attend

India TV News  

The Akkineni family, including Nagarjuna, Naga Chaitanya, Akhil, and others, came together at Annapurna Studios to celebrate the 100th birth anniversary of the legendary Akkineni Nageswara Rao. He highlighted Akkineni Nageswara Rao's remarkable filmography, his willingness to take creative risks, and his experimentation with new genres. Overall, the event was a touching tribute to the legacy of Akkineni Nageswara Rao, …

Nagarjuna remembers father ANR on his birth anniversary, shares an old photo
2 years, 3 months ago

Nagarjuna remembers father ANR on his birth anniversary, shares an old photo

India Today  

Nagarjuna is inarguably one of the biggest names in the Telugu film industry. The actor earlier today, September 20, remembered his father and Tollywood legend ANR on his birth anniversary. NAGARJUNA REMEMBERS ANR WITH A SWEET MESSAGE Nagarjuna has taken to Twitter to remember ANR on his birth anniversary. happy birthday #ANRLivesOn " Nagarjuna wrote on Twitter, Remembering Nana on …

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