Clans in Indian Cinema: NT Rama Rao and His Family of Telugu Film Icons and Powerful Politicians
3 years, 8 months ago

Clans in Indian Cinema: NT Rama Rao and His Family of Telugu Film Icons and Powerful Politicians

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NT Rama Rao is widely regarded as one of the greatest actors of Indian cinema and one of the two legends of Telugu cinema, along with Akkineni Nageswara Rao. His sons Nandamuri Harikrishna and Nandamuri Balakrishna, as well as grandsons Kalyan Ram and N.T.R Jr are prominent figures in Telugu cinema. 1st generation: NT Rama Rao: Starring in over 300 films, Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao is one of the most prominent figures in the history of Telugu cinema. NT Rama Rao Jr: The son of Nandamuri Harikrishna first appeared in Brahmarshi Vishwamitra as a child artiste, written and directed by his grandfather N. T. Rama Rao.

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NTR's Legacy Lives On with a State-of-the-Art Studio in Hyderabad
1 month, 3 weeks ago

NTR's Legacy Lives On with a State-of-the-Art Studio in Hyderabad

Deccan Chronicle  

Legendary Telugu actor Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao is set to establish a state-of-the-art studio in Hyderabad. With Chief Minister Revanth Reddy in principle approving the allocation of land for a massive studio, the project is expected to be a landmark in the film industry. The studio will be built in Hyderabad, following in the footsteps of his father and legendary …

Jr NTR Opens Up On Parenting And His Sons Becoming Actors Devara Actor Says I Don’t Want To Force Anything On Them
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Jr NTR Opens Up On Parenting And His Sons Becoming Actors Devara Actor Says I Don’t Want To Force Anything On Them

ABP News  

Actor Jr NTR, who recently appeared in 'Devara: Part 1', has been promoting the film internationally. In a recent interview with the Associated Press, Jr NTR was asked about his hopes for his children’s future. Jr NTR on his kids joining films Jr NTR expressed that while he wants his sons to make their own decisions, he acknowledges that, as …

Nandamuri Balakrishna turns 64: 11 siblings to philanthropic work, lesser-known facts about the NBK109 actor
6 months, 1 week ago

Nandamuri Balakrishna turns 64: 11 siblings to philanthropic work, lesser-known facts about the NBK109 actor

Hindustan Times  

Nandamuri Balakrishna, across his four decades in front of the camera, has featured in as many as 108 films. Nandamuri Balakrishna turns 64 Team NBK109: Suryadevara Naga Vamsi, Nandamuri Balakrishna and KS Ravindra Nandamuri Balakrishna is the son of late actor and politician, NT Rama Rao, who besides his celebrated film career, also served as the Chief Minister of Andhra …

Nandamuri Balakrishna pushes actor Anjali at an event; Hansal Mehta asks ‘who is this scumbag’
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Nandamuri Balakrishna pushes actor Anjali at an event; Hansal Mehta asks ‘who is this scumbag’

Hindustan Times  

Telugu superstar Nandamuri Balakrishna recently pushed his co-star Anjali on the stage at a promotional event of her film, Gangs of Godavari. Nandamuri Balakrishna pushes co-star Anjali at a promotional event What happened In a video now doing the rounds on X, Nandamuri can be seen on the stage as a special guest at a promotional event of Krishna Chaitanya's …

Nandamuri Balakrishna controversies: 5 times actor misbehaved, made vulgar comments
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Nandamuri Balakrishna controversies: 5 times actor misbehaved, made vulgar comments

India Today  

Tollywood superstar and Telugu Desam Party MLA Nandamuri Balakrishna's latest video of shoving actor Anjali during the pre-release event of 'Gangs of Godavari' has created a stir on social media, leaving many people angry. Inappropriate comments on women In 2016, a police complaint was filed against Nandamuri Balakrishna for making vulgar comments against women during the audio release event of …

NTR Jr pays tribute to grandfather NTR on his 101st birth anniversary
6 months, 3 weeks ago

NTR Jr pays tribute to grandfather NTR on his 101st birth anniversary

The Hindu  

Actor NTR Jr on Tuesday morning visited the NTR ghat to pay tribute to his grandfather and the former Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao on his 101st birth anniversary. Apart from NTR Jr, his brother Nandamuri Kalyan Ram also paid tribute to NTR. Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao, fondly known as NTR, was an Indian actor, producer, …

Jr NTR gets emotional on 101st birth anniversary of Nandamuri Tarak Rama Rao, pays tribute with tearful eyes
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Jr NTR gets emotional on 101st birth anniversary of Nandamuri Tarak Rama Rao, pays tribute with tearful eyes

India TV News  

Today is Filmmaker and former Chief Minister Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao, also known as NT Rama Rao's 101st birth anniversary. NTR family comes together on NT Rama Rao's 101st birth anniversary On this occasion, Balakrishna was seen offering flowers at his father's tomb. Watch the video here: Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao For those who don't know NT Rama Rao has …

India remembers Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao on his 101st birth anniversary
6 months, 3 weeks ago

India remembers Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao on his 101st birth anniversary

India TV News  

India remembered actor-turned-politician Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao, also known as NTR on his 101st birth anniversary on Tuesday. Here are some lesser-known facts about NTR The popular actor formed the Telugu Desam Party in March 1982 to fight against the political dominance of Congress in Andhra Pradesh. NTR's political legacy was taken over by his son-in-law Chandra Babu Naidu, who …

The shifting shape of Hindu mythologicals
11 months ago

The shifting shape of Hindu mythologicals

New Indian Express  

In their constant search for engaging stories, films have often travelled back to the remote past for inspiration. It is no surprise then that the origin story of Indian cinema should lie in Dadasaheb Phalke’s 1913 silent film, Raja Harishchandra, based on the myth about the honesty, integrity and uprightness of the Hindu king who gave away himself, his family …

NTR Jr turns 40: Check out these lesser known facts about him that even his fans may not know
1 year, 7 months ago

NTR Jr turns 40: Check out these lesser known facts about him that even his fans may not know

Hindustan Times  

NTR Jr’s meteoric rise to fame can be attributed to his outstanding performance in the blockbuster RRR, which not only garnered him accolades from India but also from all around the world. As the actor recently turned 40, celebrate his birthday, we bring you some lesser known facts about him that add to his already fascinating persona. POSSESSES GREAT LINGUISTIC …

‘Rangamarthanda’ movie review: Prakash Raj, Brahmanandam’s moving portrayals prop up an old-school drama
1 year, 9 months ago

‘Rangamarthanda’ movie review: Prakash Raj, Brahmanandam’s moving portrayals prop up an old-school drama

The Hindu  

The stage that has been ravaged by time and fire has witnessed better times; an ageing actor who stands amid the ruins on that stage has also witnessed better times. Director Krishna Vamsi’s Telugu film Rangamarthanda, which arrives in theatres nearly six years after his last film Nakshatram, is an adaptation of the acclaimed 2016 Marathi film Natsamrat, headlined by …

DC Edit | Adieu to Telugu film legend
1 year, 10 months ago

DC Edit | Adieu to Telugu film legend

Deccan Chronicle  

Kasinathuni Viswanath was not just the most successful and influential Telugu film director ever but an auteur whose love for the classic was so great that he harnessed films to script a mini-renaissance for Telugu language and Carnatic music. Honours like the Dadasaheb Phalke Award, the “Prize of the Public” at the Besançon Film Festival of France, the Padma Shri …

In K Viswanath’s films, the stars became actors
1 year, 10 months ago

In K Viswanath’s films, the stars became actors

The Hindu  

Telugu film industry can be segregated into pre and post-Sankarabharanam. An unconventional cast in the lead roles in a story centred around classical music and dance, K Viswanath’s classic belied the myth that only formulaic stories and star-oriented subjects are the safe bet for box office success. A retired government employee Somayajulu and an artiste Manjubhargavi, who primarily played minor …

Nandamuri Balakrishna Clarifies Controversial Comments on Akkineni Nageswara Rao: 'He Loved Me More Than His Own Kids'
1 year, 10 months ago

Nandamuri Balakrishna Clarifies Controversial Comments on Akkineni Nageswara Rao: 'He Loved Me More Than His Own Kids'

ABP News  

New Delhi: Telugu star Nandamuri Balakrishna recently came under fire for making derogatory comments about late veteran actor Akkineni Nageswara Rao. The superstar courted controversy while speaking at an event about his film wherein he spoke Akkineni Nageswara Rao's name in the wrong way. Rama Rao, Balakrishna had said rather dismissively: "My father had some contemporaries, Ranga Rao, Akkineni, Thokkineni, …

Nandamuri Balakrishna REACTS to comments on Nageswara Rao after Naga Chaitanya & Akhil slam him
1 year, 10 months ago

Nandamuri Balakrishna REACTS to comments on Nageswara Rao after Naga Chaitanya & Akhil slam him

India TV News  

Nandamuri Balakrishna and Akkineni controversy over the word ‘Thokkineni’ has caught big attention. The Veera Simha Reddy actor's comments in connection with legendary names like Akkineni Nageswara Rao and SV Ranga Rao has gathered steam. Tollywood star Balakrishna, better known as NBK, denied making derogatory comments about the late legendary actor Akkineni Nageswara Rao. Naga Chaitanya & Akhil slam Nandamuri …

Nandamuri Balakrishna Clarifies Controversial Comments on Akkineni Nageswara Rao, 'My Words Have Been Taken Out Of Context'
1 year, 10 months ago

Nandamuri Balakrishna Clarifies Controversial Comments on Akkineni Nageswara Rao, 'My Words Have Been Taken Out Of Context'

News 18  

Nandamuri Balakrishna and Akkineni controversy over the word ‘Thokkineni’ that was used by the Telegu actor in connection with the legendary names like Akkineni Nageswara Rao and SV Ranga Rao has gathered steam. He was always more affectionate towards me and I have huge respect towards him and my words have been taken out of context.” Nandamuri Balakrishna had sparked …

Nandamuri Balakrishna Completes 48 Years In Cinema. A Look Back At His Top 5 Films
2 years, 3 months ago

Nandamuri Balakrishna Completes 48 Years In Cinema. A Look Back At His Top 5 Films

News 18  

Nandamuri Balakrishna, who has enthralled audiences with his profound acting in films like Akhanda, Legend, Paisa Vasool, and Dictator to list a few, has completed 48 years in the Telegu film industry. Nari Nari Naduma Murari Nandamuri in the film Nari Nari Naduma Murari showed audiences that he was caple of acing both action and comedy films. TOP SHOWSHA VIDEOS …

Vijayendra Prasad nominated to RS: Not just Rajamouli's father but most successful film writer in India
2 years, 5 months ago

Vijayendra Prasad nominated to RS: Not just Rajamouli's father but most successful film writer in India

India TV News  

Vijayendra Prasad has been nominated for a seat in Rajya Sabha. Prasad is the father of SS Rajamouli, who is the director of India's biggest blockbusters Baahubali franchise and most recently RRR. Read: Ilaiyaraaja nominated to RS: How a Dalit facing discrimination scripted India's music history In 1988, Prasad wrote his first film, the Nagarjuna starrer Janaki Ramudu. In 2015, …

Nandamuri Balakrishna 62nd Birthday: Some Interesting Facts About Box-Office King
2 years, 6 months ago

Nandamuri Balakrishna 62nd Birthday: Some Interesting Facts About Box-Office King

News 18  

Nandamuri Balakrishna is celebrating his 62nd birthday today, June 10. The box-office king has been a trendsetter for faction movies, a leader for mythology and folklore in today’s generation, has played impressive historical characters, and has created sensation just by appearing on the screen. During his 48 years career, he has acted in social, folk, mythological, socio-fantasy, science fiction, and …

Sr. NTR Centenary Birthday Celebrations: Family Members, Politicians & Celebrities Pay Tribute To Actor-Turned-Politician
2 years, 6 months ago

Sr. NTR Centenary Birthday Celebrations: Family Members, Politicians & Celebrities Pay Tribute To Actor-Turned-Politician

ABP News  

Chennai: Tributes started to pour in from politicians, celebrities and fans of Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao on his 100th birth anniversary celebration on Saturday. NT Rama Rao, popularly known as Sr. NTR, is a popular household name in the Telugu states. On the birth anniversary of Sr. NTR, his daughter Purandeswari, who also served as former Union Minister, has requested …

On Jr NTR’s Birthday, Meet The ‘Jai-Veeru’ of Tollywood
2 years, 7 months ago

On Jr NTR’s Birthday, Meet The ‘Jai-Veeru’ of Tollywood

News 18  

HAPPY BIRTHDAY JR NTR: When we talk about on screen friendship, the first name that comes in mind is of Jai and Veeru from the iconic movie Sholay. Recently we witnessed the same camaraderie between two superstars of Telugu Cinema, Ram Charan and Jr NTR, in SS Rajamouli’s RRR. As Jr NTR celebrates his birthday on May 20, here’s a …

Kaun Banegi Shikharwati review: Naseeruddin Shah, Lara Dutta, Soha Ali Khan's Zee5 show is silly to a fault
2 years, 11 months ago

Kaun Banegi Shikharwati review: Naseeruddin Shah, Lara Dutta, Soha Ali Khan's Zee5 show is silly to a fault

Firstpost  

Language: Hindi If Naseeruddin Shah is the beacon of the estranged father in Hindi cinema, then Zee5’s Kaun Banegi Shikharwati doubles down on that persona. Shah plays a bumbling ‘King’ of a tiny village in Rajasthan called Shikharwati, who is shown to start his days whimsically aiming for melons on top of the heads of his subjects. Unable to cope …

Happy birthday Nandamuri Balakrishna: Twitter lights up as fans and celebs celebrate actor's day
3 years, 6 months ago

Happy birthday Nandamuri Balakrishna: Twitter lights up as fans and celebs celebrate actor's day

India TV News  

Nandamuri Balakrishna turns a year older today and fans and celebs have taken to Twitter to wish him on his special day. "Happy Birthday NBK," has become one of the top trends on Twitter with thousands of tweeting pictures and wishes for Balakrishna. Whereas, fillmaker Gopichandh Malineni tweeted, "Sri Nandamuri Balakrishna garu, actor, politician, chairman, and our hero, one of …

Nandamuri Kalyan Ram shares first look of Bimbisara on grandfather NTR's birth anniversary
3 years, 6 months ago

Nandamuri Kalyan Ram shares first look of Bimbisara on grandfather NTR's birth anniversary

Firstpost  

Nandamuri Kalyan Ram first look and title of his new project on the 98th birth anniversary of his grandfather, the legendary Telugu actor Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao, The upcoming film, Bimbisara, is a period drama directed by Mallidi Vasisht. The VFX heavy first look clip introduces the actor as a ‘barbaric king’, sitting on a pile of corpses in the …

Clans in Indian Cinema: The Akkineni-Daggubati Family and Telugu Film Legacy of Over 8 Decades
3 years, 8 months ago

Clans in Indian Cinema: The Akkineni-Daggubati Family and Telugu Film Legacy of Over 8 Decades

News 18  

The Akkineni-Daggubati family is connected through Nagarjuna’s marriage to D Ramanaidu’s daughter Lakshmi, making them one big clan with over 80 years of presence in Telugu cinema. The family’s film journey began with Akkineni Nageswara Rao, one of the most prominent figures in the history of Indian cinema. The professional association between the two families began when D Ramanaidu’s father …

'Lord Ram' Arun Govil in Saffron Brigade: Barring One, All Ramayan, Mahabharat Actors Had Stint with BJP
3 years, 9 months ago

'Lord Ram' Arun Govil in Saffron Brigade: Barring One, All Ramayan, Mahabharat Actors Had Stint with BJP

News 18  

‘Triggered’ by TMC supremo Mamata Banerjee’s ‘irritation’ to the chant of Jai Shri Ram, actor Arun Govil, who played the role of Lord Ram in the famous TV serial Ramayan, joined the BJP on Thursday. Now he is 84 years old and watching himself pic.twitter.com/2CHAg7Ln02— Nidhi Singh April 12, 2020 Deepika Chikhalia as Goddess Sita Actor Deepika Chikhalia, who gained …

Nayanthara to play the lead in Rambo Rajkumar's son Navakanth's directorial debut?
4 years, 2 months ago

Nayanthara to play the lead in Rambo Rajkumar's son Navakanth's directorial debut?

India Today  

Nayanthara, who has more than four films in her kitty, might play the lead in Navakanth's directorial debut. Navakanth is the son of popular stunt choreographer Rambo Rajkumar, who had worked in more than 450 films across languages. Recently, Nayanthara set the internet on fire by sharing pictures of herself with boyfriend Vignesh Shivan clicked during the latter's birthday celebration. …

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