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Govindarajulu / Sidhartha / Govind 'Govinda' Raj / Siddharth 'Sidhu' G. Raj (as Mega Star Chiranjeevi)
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National Film Awards, India
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Ram Charan and Janhvi Kapoor kickstarted shooting of their upcoming film tentatively titled 'RC16' with a Pooja ceremony. On Wednesday, makers held a Pooja ceremony, where Janhvi and Ram were spotted together.Ram's wife Upasana Kamineni Konidela, father Chiranjeevi and Janhvi's father Boney Kapoor were present at the event.AR Rahman, who is the official music composer for the film, also graced the pooja ceremony.Several videos and pictures from the ceremony went viral on social media.The cast was decked up in ethnic looks for the Pooja.Janhvi, who will play the female lead in the film, looked ethereal in a green saree.The project commenced with a traditional puja ceremony extravagantly. Ace producer Allu Aravind handed the bound script to director Buchi Babu Sana. Star director Shankar who is directing Ram Charan's Game Changer directed the first shot of Ram Charan and Janhvi Kapoor after Boney Kapoor and Anmol Sharma turned on the camera and Mega Star Chiranjeevi sounded the clap board.Director Buchi Babu Sana expressed gratitude especially towards Chiranjeevi at the ceremony.He said, "Honored to welcome everyone present, especially Mega Star Chiranjeevi. I must admit, I'm overwhelmed by the esteemed guests and my esteemed mentor, Sukumar. I extend my gratitude to Ram Charan for this incredible opportunity that emerged from my days as Rangasthalam's assistant director. I'm determined to make the most of it."Oscar-winning composer AR Rahman praised Buchi Babu's passion for cinema, mentioning his detailed plot points for songs and his contagious enthusiasm. He wished the entire team and Ram Charan the best.Ram Charan expressed excitement about working with Janhvi Kapoor and said, "Many have longed to see me paired with Janhvi Kapoor, reminiscing about the nostalgia of Jagadeka Veerudu Atiloka Sundari." Producer Boney Kapoor expressed his eagerness to make more Telugu films, especially with the opportunity given by Ram Charan. He praised Buchi Babu's passion and expressed interest in remaking Uppena in Hindi.Star director Sukumar, renowned for his work in 'Rangasthalam' and 'Pushpa,' presents RC16 under Sukumar Writings banner, in association with Mythri Movie Makers. The film is produced by Venkata Satish Kilaru under Vriddhi Cinemas, ensuring a prestigious and extravagant production.
Operation Valentine,' featuring Varun Tej and Manushi Chhillar on Sunday, hosted a pre-release event. Megastar Chiranjeevi was present at the event.The pre-release event was held in Hyderabad.Chiranjeevi attended the event as the chief guest, expressing admiration for the team's efforts in crafting this aerial action film.At the event, Chiranjeevi lauded Varun Tej and director Shakti Pratap Singh for their effort in bringing 'Operation Valentine' to life.He said, "Varun Tej requested me to attend this event, which highlights the sacrifices made by our real-life heroes. I said yes without even thinking for a minute. They told me that the film is about the Pulwama terror attack. Operation Valentine is about the retaliation done by our Indian Air Force as a tribute to those soldiers."Chiranjeevi added, "Shakti Pratap Singh did immense research for Operation Valentine, and he met so many Indian Air Force officers to get authorized information. Movies like Operation Valentine should do well, and they evoke patriotism in our hearts. Youth should watch films like these. This movie was shot in 75 days and within a reasonable budget. I feel Shakti Pratap Singh will inspire Tollywood directors.""I am happy Varun Tej isn't following me. He is trying different genres, and he has created his own opportunities. He showed lovely variations in his films. There have been many military-based films, but Operation Valentine is the first Telugu film in the aerial action genre. Last year, I watched Top Gun Maverick and got blown away by its visuals. I am extremely happy that these guys made such a film in Telugu," Chiranjeevi continued. Varun Tej also shared pictures from the event on his Instagram handle and captioned it, "About last night! Thank you @chiranjeevikonidela garu for gracing the event of #OperationValentine and extending your support and encouraging the whole team! Thank you is a very small word! Love you!"Inspired by true events, 'Operation Valentine' is directed by Shakti Pratap Singh Hada. The film marks his directorial debut.The story of the film revolves around the indomitable spirit of Air Force heroes on the frontlines and the challenges they face protecting the nation.Recently, superstar Salman Khan unveiled the official Hindi trailer of the film.Taking to Instagram, Salman shared a post on his stories that he captioned, "JO HOGA DEKHA JAYEGA! Glad to launch this terrific #OPVFinalStrike. My best wishes to @varunkonidela07, and team #OperationValentine for March 1st."The Telugu trailer was launched digitally by actor Ram Charan.The electrifying trailer presents Varun Tej as a fearless IAF pilot, all set to take on the enemy, while Manushi portrays the role of a skilled air force radar officer. The trailer offers a perfect blend of thrills, emotions, and excitement. With its gripping narrative, the "Final Strike" unfolds into a thrilling rollercoaster flight of suspense, high-octane action-packed sequences, and unexpected twists.The film will be released on March 1, 2024, in Telugu and Hindi.
! Happy Birthday to my lifeline and the greatest pillar of my strength Surekha ! Many Many Happy Returns! Chiranjeevi Konidela (@KChiruTweets) February 18, 2024In the photo, Chiranjeevi can be seen looking at his wife and holding her close. And the couple flaunting their big smiles.The note read, "Happy Birthday to my lifeline and the greatest pillar of my strength Surekha ! Many Many Happy Returns!"As soon as the post was uploaded, fans and industry members chimed in the comment section.Actor Keerthy Suresh wrote, "Wishing a very Happy Birthday to Surekha Garuuu!!! And as always, thankful for the yummy food that she makes !! "One of the users wrote, "Happy Birthday Surekha garu."Meanwhile, Chiranjeevi is gearing up for his next project titled, 'Vishwambhara'.The film will be out on Sankranti 2025. It is a film by Vassishta of 'Bimbisara' fame. The makers announced the film with a concept video.The video promises a grand fantasy film that has themes taken from Hindu mythology.The glimpse begins with transporting people into a heavenly world, where someone locks a magical box, which accidentally falls.It passes through a black hole and crashes into an asteroid. After many such disruptions and obstacles, the magical object finally reaches the earth which is symbolically shown with a large Hanuman statue. A crater appears as it crashes into the earth, yet nothing happens to the magic box. Finally, the title of the movie is revealed as Vishwambhara.As per a statement, MM Keeravani has come on board to score the film's music, while Chota K Naidu is the cinematographer. AS Prakash is the production designer, while Sushmita Konidela is the costume designer.The shoot of the movie is in the initial stages.
Chiranjeevi began shooting for his upcoming film 'Vishwambhara'. Makers announced the release date along with an intriguing poster.Taking to the official X handle, production house UV Creations shared the news with a poster.Sharing the poster, they wrote, "A LEGEND RISES MEGASTAR @KChiruTweets sets his foot into the mighty world of #Vishwambhara Shoot in Progress. In cinemas 10th Jan 2025."On Friday, Chiranjeevi began filming for the movie. However, the production of 'Vishwambhara' went on floors in November 2023.The film is directed by Vassishta of Bimbisara fame under the leading production house UV Creations. Vikram, Vamsi, and Pramod are producing the movie.MM Keeravani scores the music, while Chota K Naidu is the cinematographer.The film is slated to release in cinemas on January 10, 2025.Recently, Chiranjeevi was conferred Padma Vibhushan on the eve of this year's Republic Day.He had expressed his gratitude for the love and affection of his fans and people."After hearing this news, I became speechless. I'm really overwhelmed. I am humbled and grateful for this honour. It's only the unconditional and invaluable love of the people, audiences, fans, my blood brothers and blood sisters that allowed me to reach here. I owe my life and this moment to you. I always try to express my gratitude in ways that I can, though I know I can never do enough."Chiranjeevi has worked in Telugu, Hindi, Tamil and Kannada films. He is known for his movies such as 'Vijetha', 'Indra', 'Shankar Dada M.B.B.S.'. Most recently he was seen in 'Bholaa Shankar'.
Congratulations @KChiruTweets on the prestigious Padma Vibhushan! Your contribution to Indian cinema and society at large has played an instrumental role in shaping me and inspiring countless fans. You are an impeccable citizen of this great nation..Immense gratitude to Ram Charan (@AlwaysRamCharan) January 26, 2024Ram Charan's wife Upasana Konidela also wished her father-in-law on X, posting, "Congratulations dearest Mamaya."Congratulations dearest Mamaya @KChiruTweets Upasana Konidela (@upasanakonidela) January 25, 2024Apart from Chiranjeevi, actor-danceuse Vyajayantimala Bali and dancer Padma Subrahmanyam will also be conferred with the second-highest civilian honour in the country.The recipients of this year's Padma awards were announced on Thursday evening.Expressing his delight at being named the recipient of the top national honour, Chiranjeevi said, "After hearing this news, I became speechless. I'm really overwhelmed. I am humbled and grateful for this honour. It's only the unconditional and invaluable love of the people, audiences, fans, my blood brothers and blood sisters that allowed me to reach here. I owe my life and this moment to you. I always try to express my gratitude in ways that I can, though I know I can never do enough."Chiranjeevi is among the most influential and successful actors and worked in Telugu, Hindi, Tamil and Kannada films.He is known for his movies such as 'Vijetha', 'Indra', 'Shankar Dada M.B.B.S.', and most recently he was seen in 'Bholaa Shankar'.
Congratulations to @MVenkaiahNaidu Garu and @KChiruTweets Garu on receiving the Padma Vibhushan!Also, congratulations to all the recipients of Padma Awards. May your remarkable achievement inspire generations to come... Jr NTR (@tarak9999) January 26, 2024Director SS Rajamouli wrote on X, "From nowhere, a boy who laid the first stone for Punadhirallu to becoming the recipient of the second-highest civilian award in India... Your journey inspires generations Chiranjeevi Garu. Congratulations on receiving the Padma Vibhushan. @KChiruTweets"From nowhere, a boy who laid the first stone for Punadhirallu to becoming the recipient of the second-highest civilian award in India Your journey inspires generations Chiranjeevi Garu. Congratulations on receiving the Padma Vibhushan. @KChiruTweets rajamouli ss (@ssrajamouli) January 26, 2024Apart from them, South superstar actor Allu Arjun wrote on X, "Congratulations to our megastar @KChiruTweets garu for the prestigious honour of Padma Vibhushan.What an honour for the family , fans & telugu people.I feel so elated & honoured by this achievement.Thank you for making us all soo proud."Congratulations to our megastar @KChiruTweets garu for the prestigious honour of Padma Vibhushan.What an honour for the family , fans & telugu people.I feel so elated & honoured by this achievement.Thank you for making us all soo proud Allu Arjun (@alluarjun) January 26, 2024Apart from Chiranjeevi, the actor and dancer Vyajayantimala Bali, and dancer Padma Subrahmanyam will also be conferred with Padma Vibhushan--the second-highest civilian honour in the country.The recipients of this year's Padma awards were announced on Thursday evening.Expressing his excitement, Chiranjeevi said in a video, "After hearing this news, I became speechless. I'm really overwhelmed. I am humbled and grateful for this honour. It's only the unconditional and invaluable love of the people, audiences, fans, my blood brothers and blood sisters that allowed me to reach here. I owe my life and this moment to you. I always try to express my gratitude in ways that I can, though I know I can never do enough."Chiranjeevi is among the most influential and successful actors and worked in Telugu, Hindi, Tamil and Kannada films. He is known for his movies such as 'Vijetha', 'Indra', 'Shankar Dada M.B.B.S.', and most recently he was seen in 'Bholaa Shankar'.
Chiranjeevi, actor and dancer Vyajayantimala Bali, and dancer Padma Subrahmanyam will be among the recipients of Padma awards to be conferred by President Droupadi Murmu this year.Chiranjeevi, Vyajayantimala and Padma Subrahmanyam will be conferred with Padma Vibhushan--the second-highest civilian honour in the country.Veteran actor Mithun Chakraborty and singer Usha Uthup will be conferred with Padma Bhushan third-highest civilian award.The recipients of this year's Padma awards were announced on Thursday evening.Chiranjeevi is among the most influential and successful actors and worked in Telugu, Hindi, Tamil and Kannada films.He is known for his movies such as 'Vijetha', 'Indra', 'Shankar Dada M.B.B.S.', and most recently he was seen in 'Bholaa Shankar'.Vyajayantimala is regarded as Indian cinema's one of the finest actor and dancer. She earned a lot of praise for her portrayal of Chandramukhi in the 1955 film 'Devdas'. She was also a part of BR Chopra's 'Naya Daur' in which she starred opposite late actor Dilip Kumar.Mithun made his acting debut in Mrigayaa (1976). He won the National Film Award for Best Actor for his performance. Later, he won two more National Film Awards for his roles in Tahader Katha (1992) and Swami Vivekananda (1998).He was also a part of the superhit film 'The Kashmir Files', directed by Vivek Agnihotri.Lastly, Usha Uthup is known for her super hit songs like 'Hari Om Hari', 'Shaan Se..', 'Darling', 'One Two Cha Cha Cha', and 'Uri Uri Baba', among others.
(Uttar Pradesh) [India], January 22 : Superstar Chiranjeevi along with his son and actor Ram Charan on Monday morning arrived in Ayodhya to attend the Ram Mandir Pran Pratishtha ceremony.Both the celebs arrived from their hometown Hyderabad.Before leaving for AyodhyaChiranjeevi told ANI, "That is really great. Overwhelming. We feel it's a rare opportunity. I feel Lord Hanuman who is my deity, has personally invited me...We are so fortunate to witness this Pran Pratishta..."Ram Charan, on the other hand, told ANI, "It's a long wait, we are all very honoured to be there."Special guests from the cricket world, film world, saint society, politics, art, literature, culture, and other fields have also been invited to the ceremony.Bollywood celebs like Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, Amitabh Bachchan, Abhishek Bachchan, Vicky Kaushal, Ayushmann Khurrana, Kangana Ranaut, Katrina Kaif, Jackie Shroff and Asha Bhosle among others will also be attending the ceremony.Pran Prathistha ceremony will be held today in the temple town of Ayodhya amid tight security. The historic ritual of Pran Pratistha of Ram Lalla will take place in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, saints, and a host of distinguished guests.Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust announced on Sunday that the Pran Pratishtha ceremony will be marked by a dazzling musical event titled 'Mangal Dhwani'.The soiree, featuring some of the biggest names in the world of music, will be staged at 10 am.The Pran Pratishtha of Shri Ram Lalla at Ayodhya Temple will be held at 12:30 pm.Lucknow in Uttar Pradesh has been decked up with posters and flags of Lord Ram while cities across the country have been decorated with lights, huge cutouts of Lord Ram and posters bearing religious slogans related to Lord Ram.Vedic rituals for the Pran Pratishtha ceremony of Ram Lalla in Ayodhya began on January 16, a week before the main ceremony.
Chiranjeevi and his son Ram Charan on Monday morning left for Ayodhya ahead of the Pran Pratishtha of the Ram Mandir ceremony."That is really great. Overwhelming. We feel it's a rare opportunity. I feel Lord Hanuman who is my deity, has personally invited me...We are so fortunate to witness this Pran Pratishta..." Chiranjeevi told ANI.The actor was seen dressed in a traditional off-white kurta.Special guests from cricket world, film world, saint society, politics, art, literature and culture and other fields have also been invited for the ceremony.Bollywood celebs like Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, Amitabh Bachchan, Abhishek Bachchan, Vicky Kaushal, Ayushmann Khurrana, Kangana Ranaut, Anupam Kher, Tiger Shroff and Asha Bhosale among others will also be attending the ceremony.The 'Pran Prathistha ceremony' will be held today in the temple town of Ayodhya amid tight security. The historic ritual of 'Pran Pratistha' of Ram Lalla will take place in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, saints, and a host of distinguished guests.Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust announced on Sunday that the 'Pran Pratishtha' ceremony will be marked by a dazzling musical event titled 'Mangal Dhwani'.The soiree, featuring some of the biggest names in the world of music, will be staged at 10 am.The 'Pran Pratishtha' of Shri Ram Lalla at Ayodhya Temple will be held at 12:30 pm.Lucknow in Uttar Pradesh has been decked up with posters and flags of Lord Ram while cities across the country have been decorated with lights, huge cutouts of Lord Ram and posters bearing religious slogans related to Lord Ram.Vedic rituals for the Pran-Pratishtha ceremony of Ram Lalla in Ayodhya began on January 16, a week before the main ceremony.
Chiranjeevi celebrated the festival of Sankranti with his entire family.Chiranjeevi took to X on Monday and dropped a beautiful family picture on the occasion of Sankranti.He wrote in Telugu, "This Sankranti of dairy crops and Bhoga Bhagya, happy Sankranti to all, hoping to reap the harvest of happiness in every home!"All the women in the family donned red sarees, while the men, on the other hand, wore white kurtas.In the picture, Chiranjeevi and his wife, Surekha Konidala, are seen standing at the centre. The couple looked beautiful in traditional outfits.Ram Charan sat beside his wife, Upasana Konidela and her daughter, Klin Kaara.On the right side of Ram Charan, actor Allu Arjun can be seen sitting with his wife, Sneha Reddy.Other family members were also seen smiling for the camera in ethnic outfits.Earlier, Ram Charan's wife, Upasana, took to Instagram stories on Sunday to share pictures from their family's Sankranthi celebration.Meanwhile, on the film front, Chiranjeevi will be seen in a fantasy entertainer titled 'Mega 156'. The fantasy flick, which is the first of its kind signed by the megastar after a long while, will be directed by Vassishta, who made his directorial debut with 'Bimbisara'.'Mega 156' is to be shot on a massive scale by V Vamsi Krishna Reddy, Pramod Uppalapati, and Vikram Reddy under the banner of UV Creations.