
Glamorous doll Ileana D'Cruz steps into her 38th spring today. To the Telugu audience, Ileana is a well-known name that needs no introduction. Born on November 1, 1986, Ileana has become close to the Telugu audience through her beauty and acting in films. On this occasion, let’s delve into some interesting aspects of her film career and personal life.







Ileana, known as the beauty of Goa, made her Telugu cinema debut in 2006 with Devdasu directed by YVS Chowdary. In this film, she starred alongside Ram Pothineni.







In this film, Ileana captivated the Telugu audience with her charm and grace, quickly rising to the status of a star heroine.







Having acted alongside all the star heroes in Telugu, this stunning beauty also made her mark in Bollywood. She entered Bollywood in 2012 with the film Barfi.







She shone in blockbuster Bollywood films like 'Baadshaho' and 'Rustom,' becoming known as a hot heroine with her splendid figure.







In addition to acting, Ileana is also very active on social media. She regularly shares bold and hot photoshoots on her platforms.



In 2018, Ileana topped McAfee's 'Most Sensational Celebrity' survey, surpassing stars like Deepika Padukone, Priyanka Chopra, Preity Zinta, Kriti Sanon, and Parineeti Chopra.







Ileana started acting at the age of 10 and was modeling before entering the industry.







Ileana has a hobby of collecting designer rings. To date, she owns more than 400 designer rings.




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Dating History



As successful as Ileana's film career has been, her personal life hasn't followed the same trajectory. Initially, she dated Australian photographer Andrew Kneebone. They lived together for several years before parting ways in 2019 for personal reasons.







After splitting from Andrew Kneebone, Ileana was with Sebastian Laurent Michel, Katrina Kaif’s brother, until 2023.







After things didn't work out with Sebastian, Ileana broke up with him. Shortly after, in July 2023, she shared her new relationship with Michael Dolan on her Instagram story, confirming it with a heart emoji. They got married on May 13, 2023.



However, before her marriage, Ileana confirmed her pregnancy in April but did not disclose the father of her child.







On August 1, 2023, Ileana gave birth to a baby boy.



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Meanwhile, during the filming of 'Phata Poster Nikla Hero,' there were rumors of an affair with co-star Shahid Kapoor.







Controversies



Ileana's comments on sex have sparked controversy and significant criticism.



"Sex is a major relaxation to my body. It keeps me young, and I don’t mind talking about that in public."







Ileana loves Hyderabadi biryani and enjoys Chinese and Italian cuisines.







In Bollywood, Hrithik Roshan and Saif Ali Khan are her favorite actors.



Ileana was the first heroine in South India to earn a remuneration of one crore rupees.







During the peak of her career, she charged up to Rs. 3 crores per film.







Ileana enjoys alcohol and regularly drinks at parties.







Ileana, originally from Goa, did not have a strong grasp of Hindi but gradually mastered it from the time of the film Barfi.







Ileana is particularly fond of mint chocolates and is addicted to them, always seen munching on them.






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Akkineni Nageswara Rao (ANR), one of the foundational pillars of Tollywood, needs no special introduction. Recognized as a Dadasaheb Phalke Award recipient, Padma Vibhushan, and Natasamrat, he left an indelible mark on the industry. Born on September 20, 1924, as his centenary completes today, fans globally are celebrating his 100th birth anniversary. Although widely known as a legendary actor, not everyone is aware that he was also an excellent dancer. In fact, he was the one who introduced dance to Tollywood, a fact that might be unknown to this generation. Let’s delve into this special report to learn more about it.



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The Pioneer of Dance in Tollywood



Looking back to the early days of Tollywood, dance was not a primary focus when the industry first began. Leading actors were not keen on dancing; their focus was entirely on how to act and express emotions to captivate the audience. This was particularly noticeable between the 1960s and 1970s. When heroines danced, heroes would often just stand by, a point of criticism at the time. However, Akkineni Nageswara Rao completely changed these dynamics. While many associate Tollywood dance primarily with Megastar Chiranjeevi, it was Nageswara Rao who laid the groundwork for dance in the industry, making it an essential skill for heroes, matching and even excelling alongside heroines in dance. At one point, seeing Nageswara Rao’s dance, contemporaries like Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao, Superstar Krishna, Shobhan Babu, and Krishnam Raju also began to emphasize dance in their films.







Audiences Mesmerized by Akkineni's Steps!



In the 1971 film 'Dasara Bullodu', ANR’s performance in the song ‘Ettage Unnadi Olammi’ was mesmerizing. Similarly, in 'Bangaru Babu', his dance to 'Chengavi Rangu Cheera' electrified audiences who, until then, primarily enjoyed songs for their auditory appeal. Specifically, his dance in 'Prem Nagar' for the song ‘Nenu Puttanu Lokam Navvindi’ became a trendsetter. Additionally, his competitive dance with Sridevi in 'Premabhishekam' for the song 'Ne Kallu Chebuthunnayi' delighted everyone. He also matched steps with Megastar Chiranjeevi in the film 'Mechanic Alludu'. There’s a long list of such performances, some of which are linked below for a glimpse into his prowess.




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Inspired by Nageswara Rao...



Even Megastar Chiranjeevi, known for his dance, was inspired by Nageswara Rao at one point. It’s said that Chiru enhanced the importance of dance in films after watching Nageswara Rao’s movies. In an event, Chiranjeevi made interesting remarks about ANR's influence, noting that after watching Chiru’s dance, one might wonder if his body actually had any bones at all. Over the decades, as Chiranjeevi became a peerless hero in acting and dancing, he carried forward the legacy initiated by Nageswara Rao, which now continues with stars like Allu Arjun, Ram Charan, NTR, and Ram Pothineni.




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Interesting Post by Balakrishna



On the occasion of ANR's 100th birth anniversary, actor Balakrishna posted a touching tribute, expressing pride in remembering Nageswara Rao. He noted that ANR's iconic roles and invaluable contributions to Telugu cinema are unforgettable and serve as a guiding light to all actors. Balakrishna urged everyone to express their gratitude for the immense services ANR provided to the film industry, from theater to cinema. His journey is an inspiration to all.







ANR's Top-10 Film Re-Releases



To commemorate Akkineni Nageswara Rao's centennial, a series titled 'ANR 100: King of the Silver Screen' is re-releasing ten of his classic films from September 20-22 across various cities including Hyderabad, Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, Warangal, Kakinada, Tumkur, Vadodara, Jalandhar, and Rourkela, among a total of 25 locations. What are these films? What are their plots? Where can you watch them? Let’s find out now.







Devadasu (1951)



In this film, Akkineni Nageswara Rao delivers a remarkable performance as a man who fails in love. The plot revolves around Devadasu, who becomes an alcoholic after society rejects his love for Parvathi. During this turmoil, a courtesan named Chandramukhi falls in love with him. What happens at the end?








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Missamma (1955)



Starring Akkineni Nageswara Rao and Savitri, this film created a sensation at the time. The plot follows two unemployed graduates who pretend to be a married couple to secure teaching jobs in a small village. Over time, they genuinely fall in love with each other. But do they end up together?








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Mayabazar (1957)



The story begins with Balarama promising his daughter's hand in marriage to Subhadra's son. However, circumstances force Balarama to break his promise when the kingdom falls into the hands of the Kauravas. What follows next?








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Bharya Bhartalu (1961)



In this film, Anand falls in love with Sharada, a schoolteacher, who initially rejects him. Over time, Sharada is won over by Anand's personality. However, just as their love blossoms, Anand's ex-girlfriend reappears, pressuring him to marry her. What happens next?








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Gundamma Katha (1962)



Featuring a successful combination of Akkineni Nageswara Rao and Ramarao, this film was a hit. Gundamma has a son and a daughter but treats her stepdaughter, Lakshmi, as a servant. She plans to marry Lakshmi off to an orphan to keep her as a permanent servant at home, while seeking a wealthy match for her own daughter. The sons of a landlord, Ramabhadrayya, decide to teach her a lesson. What unfolds next?








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Dr. Chakravarthy (1964)



Renowned for boosting ANR’s reputation, this film follows Dr. Chakravarthy, who considers Madhavi as his own sister after his sister's death because she reminds him of her. However, their life partners misunderstand their relationship. What happens after that?








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Sudigundalu (1968)



The story centers around Justice Chandrasekharam, a compassionate man who provides shelter to families of the convicted. When his own son is murdered, he ends up defending the culprits. What happens thereafter?








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Prema Nagar (1971)



This film's story revolves around a wealthy young man who falls in love with a middle-class girl. Her mother disapproves of their marriage, leading him to alcoholism. Do they end up together or not?








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Premabhishekam (1982)



Another milestone in Nageswara Rao's career, this film narrates the story of Rajesh, who deeply loves Devi. Days before their wedding, Rajesh learns he has cancer and begins to act hatefully towards Devi to push her away, resulting in her marrying another man. What becomes of Rajesh in the end?








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Manam (2014)



A memorable film for the Akkineni family and their fans, 'Manam' features four generations of heroes (Nageswara Rao, Nagarjuna, Naga Chaitanya, Akhil) from the family. The plot revolves around reincarnated lives intertwined with love. What events transpire in this emotional journey?








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ANR 100th Birth Anniversary: Celebrating Akkineni Nageswara Rao, the Pioneer of Dance in Tollywood

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Tollywood's energetic star Ram Pothineni and the blockbuster film 'iSmart Shankar' directed by Puri Jagannadh made waves. As a sequel to this movie, Puri Jagannadh is directing 'Double iSmart Shankar' as a high-voltage action entertainer. Recently, a poster featuring Ram Pothineni from this movie was released. The film crew tweeted the poster, announcing the countdown to experience double madness has ended. The movie 'Double iSmart' is set to release in theatres on the March 8th of next year. In this film, Bollywood actor Sanjay Dutt is acting as the villain, raising expectations for the movie. In this context, here are the top action movies starring Ram Pothineni for you.


టాలీవుడ్ ఎనర్జిటిక్ స్టార్ రామ్‌ పొత్తినేని.. పూరి జగన్నాథ్ కాంబోలో వచ్చిన బ్లాక్‌బాస్టర్ చిత్రం 'ఇస్మార్ట్ శంకర్'. ఈ సినిమాకు సిక్వేల్‌గా డబుల్ ఇస్మార్ట్ శంకర్ చిత్రాన్ని హై ఓల్టేజ్ యాక్షన్ ఎంటర్‌టైనర్‌గా పూరిజగన్నాథ్ డైరెక్ట్ చేస్తున్నారు. తాజాగా ఈ చిత్రం నుంచి రామ్‌పొత్తినేని పోస్టర్‌ను విడుదల చేశారు. డబుల్ మ్యాడ్‌నెస్‌ను అనుభవించేందుకు కౌంట్ డౌన్ పూర్తయ్యిందంటూ చిత్ర బృందం పోస్టర్‌ను ట్వీట్ చేసింది. వచ్చే ఏడాది మార్చి 8న డబుల్ ఇస్మార్ట్ సినిమా థియేటర్లలో విడుదల కానుంది. ఈ చిత్రంలో బాలీవుడ్ నటుడు సంజయ్ దత్.. విలన్‌గా నటిస్తున్నాడు. దీంతో ఈ సినిమాపై అంచనాలు పెరిగాయి. ఈక్రమంలో రామ్‌పోత్తినేని నటించిన టాప్ యాక్షన్ చిత్రాలు మీకోసం..


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