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Balupu
''Balupu'' () is a 2013 Indian Telugu-language action comedy film directed by Gopichand Malineni. The film is produced by Prasad Vara Potluri under his PVP cinema banner. The film stars Ravi Teja, Anjali, and Shruti Haasan along with Prakash Raj, Adivi Sesh, Ashutosh Rana, and Brahmanandam in supporting roles. The film soundtrack is composed by S. Thaman. Released on 28 June 2013, the film was major commercially successful at the box office. It was remade in Bengali as ''Herogiri'' (2015). Plot Ravi works as a collection agent of ICICI bank in Bangalore and leads a happy life along with his friends and his father Mohan Rao. Mohan Rao wishes to see Ravi married to a girl soon although Ravi is against it. One day, Ravi is informed that one of his friends, Seenu has attempted suicide. Upon inquiring, Ravi finds out that his friend fell in love with a girl named Shruti. Shruti and her uncle Crazy Mohan, have a habit of cheating gullible young men in the name of love - inc ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Gopichand Malineni
Gopichand Malineni (born 13 March 1980) is an Indian film director and screenwriter who works in Telugu cinema. After working as an assistant director in many films, Malineni made his directional debut in 2010 with the action comedy film '' Don Seenu''. He went on to direct films such as ''Bodyguard'', '' Balupu'', '' Pandaga Chesko'', '' Winner'' and '' Krack''. Early life Gopichand Malineni was born and brought up in Boddulurivaripalem village near Ongole of Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh. His family hails from the same village. His primary education was done at Sarada Niketan School Prakasam District and upper primary at VR College in Nellore. He discontinued his education in 12th class and entered the film industry shortly afterwards. His friends and family were a huge support to him then. He married Sri Satya on 14 February 2013. His son, Satvik, made his acting debut in ''Krack'' (2021) as a child actor. Career In his early career, Malineni worked as a Camera assista ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ravi Teja
Bhupatiraju Ravi Shankar Raju (born 26 January 1968), known professionally as Ravi Teja, is an Indian actor and film producer known for his work in Telugu cinema. Recognised for his roles in action comedy films, he is popularly referred to as "Mass Maharaja". Known for his comic timing, he is among the highest-paid actors in Telugu cinema and has received several accolades, including three Nandi Awards and a Filmfare Awards South, Filmfare Award South. He was featured in Forbes India, ''Forbes India'''s list of top 100 celebrities in 2012, 2013, and 2015. Teja began his career with an uncredited role in Karthavyam (1990 film), ''Karthavyam'' (1990) and went on to play minor roles in several films. He later appeared in supporting roles in Sindhooram (1997 film), ''Sindhooram'' (1997), Manasichi Choodu (film), ''Manasichi Choodu'' (1998), Premaku Velayera, ''Premaku Velayara'' (1999), Samudram (1999 film), ''Samudram'' (1999), and Annayya (2000 film), ''Annayya'' (2000). During ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Shruti Haasan
Shruti Haasan (born 28 January 1986) is an Indian actress and singer who predominantly works in Telugu, Tamil and Hindi films. One of the highest paid actresses in South Indian cinema, Haasan is the recipient of various accolades, including two Filmfare Awards South and seven SIIMA Awards. She has appeared in ''Forbes India'' Celebrity 100 list of 2015 and 2016. Born to actor-filmmaker Kamal Haasan and actress Sarika Thakur, she worked briefly as a child artist. She made her acting debut as an adult with the Hindi film ''Luck'' (2009). In 2011, she made her Telugu debut with ''Anaganaga O Dheerudu'' and Tamil debut with ''7aum Arivu'', winning the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut – South for both these films. Following a career breakthrough with the Tamil film '' 3'' (2012), Haasan established herself as a leading South Indian actress with the successful Telugu films '' Gabbar Singh'' (2012), ''Balupu'' (2013), '' Yevadu'' (2014), '' Race Gurram'' (2014), '' Srimanth ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Adivi Sesh
Adivi Sesh Sunny Chandra (born 17 December 1984) is an Indian actor, director and screenwriter who works in Telugu cinema. Known for his work in action and suspense thrillers, he's received various awards including an IIFA Utsavam, IIFA Award Telugu, a South Indian International Movie Awards, SIIMA Award, and a Nandi Award He also won the first Gaddar Telangana Film Awards, Gaddar Awards for his role in Major (film), Major. Sesh was born in Hyderabad and was raised in Berkeley, California. He made his film debut in 2010 as a lead actor and director with the romance ''Karma (2010 film), Karma'' and gained recognition for his antagonistic roles in ''Panjaa'' (2011), ''Balupu'' (2013), and ''Baahubali: The Beginning'' (2015). Sesh then established himself as a leading man by starring in commercial and critical successes such as ''Dongaata (2015 film), Dongaata'' (2015), ''Kshanam'' (2016), ''Ami Thumi'' (2017), ''Goodachari'' (2018), ''Evaru'' (2019), ''Major (film), Major'' (2022) ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Shafi (actor)
Mohammed Shafiullah Moinudden, known professionally as Shafi, is an Indian actor primarily recognized for his roles in Telugu cinema. Known for his powerhouse performances in both villainous and supporting roles, Shafi gained widespread acclaim in 2002 for his debut film '' Khadgam'', for which he won the Filmfare Award for Best Villain – Telugu. With notable performances in movies like '' Kamli'' (directed by K. N. T. Sastry), '' Chatrapathi'' (directed by S. S. Rajamouli), and ''Khaleja'' (directed by Trivikram Srinivas), he has established himself as a key player in the industry. Early Life Shafi’s passion for service and community development began early in life. He was actively engaged in various cultural activities, participating in Cultural Scouts, NCC (National Cadet Corps), and NSS (National Service Scheme). These formative experiences helped him develop discipline, leadership, and a strong sense of community responsibility. In addition to his academic pursuit ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Anjali (film Actress)
Anjali (born 16 June 1986) is an Indian actress who primarily works in Tamil and Telugu films. Anjali is recognised as one of the finest actors in Tamil cinema, known for her "performance-oriented roles". She is a recipient of several accolades including three Filmfare Awards South and two Nandi Awards. Following a stint in modelling, she was cast in starring roles in two Telugu productions; she debuted in the thriller ''Photo'' (2006). Her breakthrough film was again a thriller, '' Kattradhu Thamizh'' (2007). She has won the Filmfare Award for Best Actress – Tamil two times consecutively, for her performance in '' Angadi Theru'' (2010) and ''Engaeyum Eppothum'' (2011), and a Tamil Nadu State Film Award for the former. She had a continued success in Telugu cinema during 20132014 for the films ''Seethamma Vakitlo Sirimalle Chettu'', ''Balupu'', '' Masala'', '' Geethanjali'' and ''Dictator.'' She has received Nandi Award for Best Actress for her performance in the horror-come ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Brahmaji
Brahmaji (born 25 April 1965) is an Indian who works in Telugu cinema. He is a regular actor in director Krishna Vamsi's films. Brahmaji appeared in an important role in Krishna Vamsi's debut film as a director, '' Gulabi''. He appeared in Krishna Vamsi's second film ''Ninne Pelladata''. Krishna Vamsi made him a lead in ''Sindhooram''. Later Brahmaji continued as a character artist. He appeared in lead roles in films such as ''Samakka Sarakka'', ''Inspector'', ''Kaki'', ''Idea'', ''Andariki Vandanalu'', ''Adhyakshaa'', ''Dhoom Dham'', ''Abbo Vaada'', ''Kumbakonam'', and ''N.H-5''. He received 'Santosham Allu Ramalingaiah Smarakam Award' at 16th Santosham Film Awards in 2018 for his comic roles in various Telugu films. Early life During Brahmaji's college days, he was a big fan of superstar Krishna. Brahmaji's father used to work as a Tahsildar in Nellore, when J. V. Somayajulu a renowned stage actor, who was also a Deputy Collector, acted in the Telugu classic movie San ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ajay (actor)
Ajay Ravuri is an Indian actor who works primarily in Telugu and a few Tamil films. Career Ajay played negative roles in several films including '' Vikramarkudu'' (2006) and '' Arya 2'' (2009). He played the lead in two films in 2009: '' Aa Okkadu'' and '' Saarai Veerraju''. However, both films were box office failures. Personal life Ajay was born and brought up in Vijayawada. His family later moved to Hyderabad Hyderabad is the capital and largest city of the Indian state of Telangana. It occupies on the Deccan Plateau along the banks of the Musi River (India), Musi River, in the northern part of Southern India. With an average altitude of , much .... Ajay married Swetha Ravuri in 2005 who entered the Mrs India Worldwide finals in 2017. The couple has two children. Filmography Telugu Tamil Kannada As voice actor *'' Keka'' (2008) for Anoop Kumar * ''Animal'' (2023) for Siddharth Karnick (Telugu Version) Television References External ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jaya Prakash Reddy
Jaya Prakash Reddy (8 May 1946 – 8 September 2020) was an Indian actor who predominantly appeared in Telugu films. Born in Sirvel of Andhra Pradesh, he came into the limelight with the film ''Samarasimha Reddy'' (1999) where he played the role of Veera Raghava Reddy. He acted as an antagonist in several films such as '' Jayam Manade Raa'' (2000) and '' Chennakesava Reddy'' (2002). Later in his career, he was also featured in many comic roles. He died of cardiac arrest at his home in Guntur on 8 September 2020, at the age of 74. He was honoured with Special Jury Award (Alexander) for his contribution to Tollywood at the 16th Santosham Film Awards. Selected filmography Telugu films Tamil films Kannada films Hindi films Awards *Nandi Award for Best Villain The Nandi Award for Best Villain winners since 1985: See also * Nandi Awards * Cinema of Andhra Pradesh References {{DEFAULTSORT:Nandi Award For Best Villain Villain A villain (also known as a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Srinivasa Reddy
Yaramala Srinivasa Reddy is an Indian actor known for his work in Telugu cinema. He began his career as a television anchor, hosting comedy programs before transitioning to films. Srinivasa Reddy made his acting debut with '' Ishtam'' (2001) and gained recognition for his comedic performance in ''Idiot'' (2002), where his "Boost" dialogue became iconic. Over the years, he became an established comedian, appearing in over 100 films, including successful projects such as '' Venky'' (2004), '' Desamuduru'' (2007), '' Parugu'' (2008), ''Bendu Apparao RMP'' (2009), ''Anjaneyulu'' (2009), '' Darling'' (2010), ''Solo'' (2011), '' Pataas'' (2015), and '' Raja the Great'' (2017). Later, Srinivasa Reddy also ventured into lead roles, earning praise for his performances in ''Geethanjali'' (2014) and ''Jayammu Nischayammu Ra'' (2016). In 2019, he made his directorial debut with '' Bhagyanagara Veedhullo Gammattu'', a comedy film he also produced under his own banner. Early life Srini ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Rao Ramesh
Rao Ramesh (born 25 May 1968) is an Indian actor who works primarily in Telugu cinema, Telugu theatre, theatre, and television apart from some Tamil films. 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 (director), 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 to actor Rao Gopal Rao. He was brought u ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Raghu Babu
Yerra Raghu, known professionally as Raghu Babu, is a Telugu comedian. He has worked in many films in Telugu industry. He is the eldest son of comedian and character actor Giri Babu. His native place is Ravinuthala. He is known for his comic expressions and timing. He plays comic roles and has established himself as a dependable comedian. He is a Nandi Award nominee for a Telugu film. He is the general secretary of the Movie Artists Association since 2021. Filmography Telugu # '' Dongalu Unnaru Jagratha'' (1990) # '' Mondi Mogudu Penki Pellam'' (1992) # ''Neram'' (1994) # '' Murari'' (2001) as Erra Babu # '' Neetho Cheppalani'' (2002) # '' Aadi'' (2002) # '' Bharata Simha Reddy'' (2002) # '' Chennakesava Reddy'' (2002) as Venkat Reddy's son # '' Gemeni'' (2002) # '' Khadgam'' (2002) # ''Anveshana'' (2002) # ''Dhanush'' (2003) # '' Kabaddi Kabaddi'' (2003) # '' Golmaal'' (2003) # '' Raghavendra'' (2003) # '' Dil'' (2003) # '' Kalyana Ramudu'' (2003) as Subbu # '' Sha ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
