
After making his directorial debut with "Pelli Choopulu," Tharun Bhascker quickly became popular due to the film’s success. He went on to deliver the cult favorite "Ee Nagaraniki Emaindi" to the audience, further endearing himself to the youth and becoming known for youth comedy films. He has also impressed as an actor in recent films, including making audiences laugh with "Keedaa Cola." Today, November 5, Tharun Bhascker celebrates his birthday, stepping into his 36th year. Let’s take a look at some interesting aspects of his life.



Early Life and Background



Tharun Bhascker was born on November 5, 1988, in Chennai to Uday Bhaskar and Geetha, with his father hailing from Warangal and his mother from Tirupati. He got his roots from both states.







Inspiration from His Father



From a young age, Tharun’s father dreamt of his son succeeding in the creative field. Fittingly, when Tharun was just two years old, his father bought him a camera for Rs. 300, a camera that Tharun still possesses.







His Mother, Geetha: Actress and Poetess



Tharun Bhascker’s mother, Geetha, is a well-known Telugu actress who has appeared in films like "Fidaa," where she played Sai Pallavi’s aunt, as well as in "Sriranga Neethulu," "Sarkaru Vaari Paata," "118," and "Anukokunda." She is also a celebrated poetess, whose poem inspired Tharun to make his first short film, which was highly praised.







Ventures into Short Films



Fuelled by this passion, Tharun went on to create several short films including "Journey," "Minutes to Midnight," "Anukokunda," "Junoon," and "Cinema." Some of these films were selected for prestigious festivals like Cannes and Imphal Film Festival, earning Tharun further acclaim.







Awards and Recognition



The short film "Junoon" won the People’s Choice Award, and "Anukokunda" garnered a high number of views on YouTube, with "Pelli Choopulu" fame Ritu Varma acting in it, adding to its special features.







'Cinema' Short Film: A Hit



The short film "Cinema," appreciated by Manchu Lakshmi, featured comedian Rahul Ramakrishna in a leading role and was notable for its content.







Collaboration with Manchu Lakshmi



Impressed by "Cinema," Manchu Lakshmi proposed a collaboration with Tharun. However, the project was halted due to the untimely death of Tharun’s father during the script development phase.







Professional Success with 'Pelli Choopulu'



Later, producer Raj Kandukuri appreciated the script for "Pelli Choopulu," which quickly went into production. Well-acquainted with Vijay Deverakonda and Ritu Varma, Tharun cast them as leads, contributing significantly to the film’s success.







Awards for 'Pelli Choopulu'



Released in 2016, "Pelli Choopulu" won National Awards for Best Telugu Film, Best Screenplay, and Best Dialogues.







Acting Recognition in 'Mahanati'



In "Mahanati," Tharun played the role of director Singeetam Srinivasa Rao, earning recognition for his acting skills.







Personal Life



On a personal note, Tharun Bhascker married Lata Nayar on November 20, 2013. Interestingly, both his birthday and wedding anniversary occur in November.







Lata: The Costume Designer



His wife Lata is a costume designer and has worked on his projects "Pelli Choopulu" and "Ee Nagaraniki Emaindi," as well as on Samantha’s "U Turn."







Versatility as a TV Host



Tharun also showcased his versatility by hosting the show "Meeku Maathrame Cheptha" on ETV, proving his capability in various creative fields.







Birthday Release



On the occasion of Tharun Bhascker’s birthday (HBD Tharun Bhascker), a new movie poster was released, where he will appear as "Ambati Omkar Naidu" in an upcoming film directed by A.R. Sajeev.







Upcoming Project: A Remake



The film is a remake of the Malayalam hit "Jaya Jaya Jaya Jaya Hai," with Eesha Rebba cast as the heroine. The film has been titled "Om Shanti Shanti Shanti," promising another exciting venture for Tharun Bhascker.






#HBD Tharun Bhascker Turns 36: The Story of a Creative Force in Tollywood


In Tollywood, dozens of films are released every year. While some fail at the box office, others create a revenue tsunami. Although annual top-grossing films are well-documented, many might not know which film topped each month. Here, Yousay presents this special report, revealing which films led the box office collections month by month from January to December.



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January



This year, for Sankranti, the film 'Hanu Man' grossed Rs. 350 crores, making it the top-grossing Telugu film of January. Directed by Prasanth Varma, the film stars young actor Teja Sajja.







February



In February, 'Bheemla Nayak' topped the collections among the releases, grossing Rs. 193 crores in 2022. Directed by Sagar K. Chandra, the film starred Pawan Kalyan, Rana, Nithya Menon, and Samyuktha Menon.







March



Directed by the cinematic giant Rajamouli, 'RRR' dominated March, collecting Rs. 1300 crores at the box office in 2022. The film featured Ram Charan and Jr. NTR as lead.







April



Released in April 2017, 'Baahubali 2' amassed a staggering Rs. 1810 crores, unequivocally placing it at the top in April. It stands as the second highest-grossing Indian film in terms of collections, featuring Prabhas, Rana, Anushka, Sathyaraj, and Ramya Krishnan.







May



Mahesh Babu's 'Sarkaru Vaari Paata,' directed by Parasuram and released in 2022, grossed over Rs. 180 crores, securing the top spot in May. Keerthy Suresh starred as the heroine.







June



June saw the release of 'Kalki 2898 AD,' which grossed over Rs. 1200 crores, soaring to great heights that month. The film starred Prabhas with Kamal Haasan, Amitabh Bachchan, Deepika Padukone, and Disha Patani playing key roles.







July



'Baahubali,' directed by Rajamouli and starring Prabhas, was the top grosser of July 2015, collecting Rs. 650 crores. This film marked Rajamouli's talent reaching a pan-India audience.







August



'Saaho,' directed by Sujeeth and starring Prabhas, topped August 2019 by grossing Rs. 445 crores. Bollywood actress Shraddha Kapoor played the female lead.







September



Last September's release, 'Devara: Part 1,' topped that month's collections by garnering Rs. 341 crores. It starred Tarak and Janhvi Kapoor, with Saif Ali Khan in a villainous role, directed by Koratala Siva.







October



'Megastar Chiranjeevi's 'Sye Raa Narasimha Reddy,' released in October 2019, led the box office with Rs. 240.60 crores, directed by Surender Reddy.







November



Samantha, one of Tollywood's leading actresses, topped November 2022 with 'Yashoda,' which released that month and collected Rs. 33 crores. The film was directed by the duo Hari Shankar and Harish Narayan.







December



Last December's 'Salaar' clinched the top spot by amassing Rs. 700 crores, directed by Prashanth Neel. Malayalam actor Prithviraj Sukumaran played a key role, and Shruti Haasan was the heroine. A sequel to this movie is also in the works.






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Keerthy Suresh is one of those actresses who prioritizes acting over beauty. Belonging to the Tamil industry, she has also gained significant popularity in Telugu films. Her role as Savitri in the movie 'Mahanati' was phenomenal, earning her a National Award. However, her film career has seen many interesting twists and turns. Today (October 17), on the occasion of Keerthy Suresh's birthday, let's look into some special aspects of her life.



As a Child Artist



The daughter of actors Suresh Kumar and Menaka, Keerthy Suresh sparkled as a child artist in the Malayalam film 'Pilots'. She also appeared as a child artist in the films 'Achaneyanenikkishtam' and 'Kuberan'.







Mother as Chiru’s Heroine.. Daughter as Sister



In Chiranjeevi's film 'Punnami Naagu', Keerthy's mother Menaka acted as the heroine. Recently, in the movie 'Bhola Shankar', Keerthy played the significant role of Chiranjeevi's sister. Despite the film not doing well, their performances as siblings were well-received. During the shoot in Hyderabad, Chiranjeevi mentioned during movie promotions that he ensured home-cooked meals were sent to Keerthy throughout the filming.







Stalled Projects at the Beginning



Keerthy Suresh began her career as a heroine with the film 'Geethanjali', starring Malayalam superstar Mohanlal. However, even before this, she had signed three projects as a heroine, which had also started shooting. Unexpectedly, these three projects were halted midway, leading to great disappointment for her, as she mentioned in an interview.







Tagged as Iron Leg



Early in her career, the halting of three projects, and the failure of films like 'Geethanjali' and 'Ring Master' in Malayalam, and her first Tamil film 'Idhu Enna Maayam' being a disaster, Keerthy was tagged as an 'Iron Leg'. She faced significant trolling but ignored it and went on to succeed in films, establishing herself as a successful heroine.







Turning Point with Mahanati



Her first Telugu film 'Nenu Sailaja' was a success, which increased her opportunities in Tollywood and Kollywood. Despite being in commercial films, she felt unfulfilled as an actress until 'Mahanati' came along. Her portrayal of Savitri was critically acclaimed, earning her the National Award for Best Actress and becoming an inspiration to other actresses. Her career graph significantly rose after 'Mahanati'.







Series of Failures



Post-'Mahanati', it was believed that Keerthy's career would have no downturns, and she did receive a series of offers. However, subsequent films like 'Saamy Square', 'Pandem kodi 2', 'Rang De', and 'Annaatthe' failed to meet audience expectations. Her women-oriented films 'Penguin', 'Miss India', and 'Good Luck Sakhi' also failed to make an impact.







Director's Intent to Cast Keerthy



Following last year's release 'Dasara', which was a massive success, Keerthy made a strong comeback. Directed by Srikanth Odela with Nani as the hero, the film grossed over 100 crores and received widespread praise for Keerthy's performance. She excelled in the role of Vennela, a rural woman, and received awards like SIIMA and Filmfare for Best Actress. However, it was revealed during movie promotions that director Srikanth Odela initially planned to cast Keerthy as the heroine for 'Dasara' after narrating the movie story and suggested she gain 10-12 kilograms, which she couldn't. Nani mentioned that Odela decided to cast her despite her not being able to gain weight, highlighting that even though he was a debut director and she was a National Award-winning actress, they ended up becoming good friends on the movie sets.




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Keerthy’s Special Talent



Not just her face, Keerthy Suresh's voice is also beautiful. Directors have capitalized on her melodious voice, having her sing beautifully the song 'Pudhu Metro Rail' in 'Saamy Square'. She also recently lent her voice to the character of Bujji Vehicle in 'Kalki 2898 AD' and proved her dancing skills with the 'Gandhaari' album.







This Year into Bollywood



Having already entertained this year with 'Siren' and 'Raghu Thatha', Keerthy is busy with upcoming projects like 'Revolver Reeta', 'Kannivedi', and 'Uppu Kappurambu'. She is set to enter Bollywood with 'Baby John'. In an instance, she mentioned that the roles of Savitri (Mahanati), Vennela (Dasara), and Kalavathi (Sarkaru Vaari Paata) were challenging in her career.






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Megastar Chiranjeevi's birthday is celebrated like a festival by his fans. Even celebrities extend their wishes on this occasion. However, Konidela Siva Sankara Vara Prasad, who became Megastar Chiranjeevi, did not reach the heights of fame effortlessly. He faced numerous obstacles and challenges throughout his journey, eventually earning a special place in the hearts of the audience as the Megastar. Today (August 22), on his birthday, let's look at the events and factors that elevated him to such a high status.



The Incident That Fueled Chiru’s Determination



Before entering the industry, Chiranjeevi lived in Madras with Hari Prasad and Sudhakar. They used to watch previews of movies distributed by Poornachandra Pictures and would give their ratings. On one such occasion, they sat in the front row to watch a movie. However, the hero of the movie, along with the driver and makeup man, came in and forcibly took their seats. Chiranjeevi and his team had no choice but to stand and watch the movie. When the wife of the company’s head asked, “How was the movie?” Chiru responded in anger, “Aunty, we came as your guests, but that hero made us stand by the door. We endured it because we didn’t want to cause trouble for you. If I don’t become the number one hero in this industry, you can ask me why!” True to his word, he reached that level.







From Small Roles to Hero Status



Chiranjeevi entered Tollywood in 1978. After many attempts, he got his first opportunity in the movie 'Punadi Rallu.' Interestingly, the film 'Pranam Khareedu,' in which he acted later, was released first. This film introduced him to the audience. While he was trying to establish himself as a hero, some people demanded that he play small roles in other heroes’ films. In one instance, Chiru mentioned that he acted in those roles, hoping the time would come when he could prove himself. He conveyed that despite the obstacles, one could reach their goal by staying positive.







The Reason Behind Chiru’s Mesmerizing Dance



In the early days of his career, Chiranjeevi’s dance was not exceptional. After completing a song shoot, he asked his manager how his performance was. The manager replied, “What’s there in it? You just did what the dancers behind you did. You need to show your uniqueness.” From then on, Chiru started going beyond what the choreographers instructed, captivating audiences with his extra effort. Chiranjeevi also once mentioned that film critic Gudipoodi Srihari played a role in helping him improve his acting.







From Reviewer to Padma Vibhushan



Megastar Chiranjeevi stays as far away from negativity as possible, which is why he always appears energetic. He strongly believes that listening to failure stories can lead to discouragement. He credits his immense self-confidence as the key to his success. Starting his career as a reviewer, he went on to receive the Padma Vibhushan, the second-highest civilian award in India, for his contributions to the film industry. Notably, he had already received the Padma Bhushan before this.







Supporting Young Heroes



Megastar Chiranjeevi is always at the forefront of encouraging newcomers. No matter how busy he is, he attends events for young heroes if invited. Speaking on this once, he said, “I don’t feel proud of this. When I entered the industry, I wished someone would encourage me. Now, when small heroes come to me and invite me, I see myself in them. I pat them on the back and encourage them as much as I can.”







As the Darling Child of Art



Chiranjeevi frequently responds to the issues in the industry and the struggles of film workers, offering help to the best of his ability. When some people called him the "Big Support" of the Telugu film industry, Chiru humbly denied it, saying, “I am just the darling child of art, not something big.”







Leading in Charitable Activities



Among Telugu heroes actively participating in charitable activities, Megastar Chiranjeevi stands out. Through the Chiranjeevi Charitable Trust, he has brought light into many lives and continues to extend a helping hand to those in need. In his four-decade-long acting career, he has garnered millions of fans and won several awards, including three Nandi Awards for Best Actor. Currently, he is busy with his 156th film, ‘Vishwambhara,’ directed by Vashishta, set to release on January 10 next year.






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Weekends are a festival for movie lovers, with new films releasing in theaters and OTT platforms to entertain the audience. That's why movie lovers start waiting for the weekend right from the beginning of the week. This week, several new films are ready to entertain on OTT, allowing you to enjoy them at home with your family. What are these films? What are their plots? Where are they streaming? Let's see in this special report.



Saripodhaa Sanivaaram



Directed by Vivek Athreya and starring Nani, ‘Saripodhaa Sanivaaram’ has achieved blockbuster success and has now arrived to captivate OTT audiences. Streaming on Netflix from September 26, this film features S.J. Suryah as the villain, with Nani alongside Priyanka Mohan. Saikumar, Abhirami, Aditi Balan, and others play key roles. The plot revolves around Surya (Nani), who works as an LIC agent and cannot tolerate injustice. He chooses Saturdays to show his anger. Meanwhile, people in Sokulapalem are suffering. How does Surya confront a corrupt police officer there? How does he support the locals?







Demonte Colony 2



‘Demonte Colony 2,’ a horror thriller directed by R. Ajay Gnanamuthu and featuring Arulnithi and Priya Bhavani Shankar, has recently been released and garnered positive feedback. Thrilling audiences in August, this horror thriller will enter OTT this week. Streaming in Telugu and Tamil on Zee5 from September 27, it is a sequel to the 2015 hit ‘Demonte Colony’. The plot follows Debbie (Priya Bhavani Shankar) whose husband Shyam dies suspiciously, seemingly due to reading a book. Realizing that others who read the same book also committed suicide, Debbie finds out her husband’s twin brother Srinivas (Arulnithi) is also reading the book. How does she save them? What evil force lurks behind the book?







Prathinidhi 2



A political drama starring Nara Rohit, ‘Prathinidhi 2’ is the sequel to his earlier film ‘Prathinidhi’, directed by Murthy Devapthapu. Released in theaters in May, this movie is ready to entertain on OTT platforms. Streaming on Aha from this month's 27th, the plot revolves around Chetan (Nara Rohit), an honest journalist and CEO of NCC channel, who exposes political leaders' corruption. Amidst this, an assassination attempt is made on the CM. Who is behind it? What does the CBI investigation reveal? What fight does Nara Rohit wage against the political system?







35 Chinna Katha Kaadu



Starring the prominent actress Niveda Thomas, ‘35 Chinna Katha Kaadu’ is a latest film crafted as an emotional comedy drama by director Nandakishore Imani. Featuring Priyadarshi, Viswadev Rachakonda, and Gauthami in key roles, this movie was released in theaters on September 6 and has received positive feedback. It is set to charm you this weekend on OTT. Streaming on Aha from September 27, the plot centers on Prasad (Viswadev), Saraswati (Niveda Thomas), a middle-class couple. Their eldest son Arun is studying in the sixth grade and is very weak in mathematics. As a result, his math teacher Chanakya (Priyadarshi) nicknames him 'Zero'. He also fails the exams. Arun must score at least 35 marks in math to remain in school. What did Arun do in this situation? How did his mother Saraswati help him?







Stree 2



Featuring Shraddha Kapoor, Rajkumar Rao, and Pankaj Tripathi, ‘Stree 2’ has now entered OTT. Streaming on Amazon Prime Video, currently, it is only available on a rental basis (Rs.349). Released on August 15, this film was a hit in Bollywood. Produced on a budget of just Rs. 50 crores, it has collected over Rs. 700 crores, creating a record. The plot is set in Chanderi village, where just as everyone breathes a sigh of relief thinking the 'Stree' problem has been resolved, a new problem begins with 'Sarkat'. How did Vicky (Rajkumar Rao), Rudra (Pankaj Tripathi), Jaana (Abhishek Banerjee), and Bittu (Aparshakti Khurana) face a ghost (Shraddha Kapoor)?







Deadpool &amp; Wolverine



Recently released and achieving blockbuster success, ‘Deadpool &amp; Wolverine’ is ready to come to OTT. Streaming on Amazon Prime Video from October 1, this film stars Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman as the titular characters. The plot follows Deadpool, alias Wade Wilson, who works as a car salesman and leads a normal life. One day, he is abducted by paradox enforcers from the Time Variance Authority and taken to Earth 616. There, Deadpool needs Wolverine’s help. What is Earth 616? Why was Deadpool taken there? What adventures do Deadpool and Wolverine undertake?







Vaazha - Biopic of a Billion Boys



Recently released in Malayalam and shaking the box office, the film 'Vaazha' is tagged as a biopic of a billion boys. Released on August 15, it achieved good success in Malayalam. It has come to OTT this week. Streaming on Disney Plus Hotstar from September 23, the story involves five friends who live aimlessly without any goals in life. As they grow older, their parents become increasingly worried. Did these five friends achieve success in life or not?







Munjya



A recent Bollywood blockbuster, ‘Munjya’, stars Sharvari Wagh and Ajay Verma in the lead roles. Produced by Aditya Chopra’s Yash Raj Films universe and directed by Aditya Sarpothdar, this film has performed well at the box office. Recently made available for streaming in Hindi, it has now come to Telugu and Tamil versions. You can watch this film on Disney Plus Hotstar. The plot is set in 1952 when a young boy named Gotya falls in love with an older girl and tries to use witchcraft to win her over. However, it backfires, and the child becomes a ghost named Munjya. Presently, in Pune, Bittu (Abhay Verma) accidentally liberates Munjya. What troubles did Munjya cause Bittu? What was its goal? What ultimately happened?







Maruthi Nagar Subramanyam



The film ‘Maruthi Nagar Subramanyam’ came to OTT on September 20 and is available on the Aha platform. Starring the prominent actor Rao Ramesh in the title role, this family comedy drama was released in theaters on August 23 and attracted positive attention. Indraja, Ankith Koyya, and Ramya Pasupuleti also play significant roles. The plot revolves around Subramanyam (Rao Ramesh), who was selected for a teacher's job in 1998, but due to a court stay, it was put on hold. Determined only to work in a government job, Subramanyam remains idle, living off his wife's earnings. One day, Rs.10 lakhs are deposited in his account. Whose money is it? Did Subramanyam get the job? Or not? What is his son Ankith’s love track?







Tiragabadara Saami



Starring Raj Tarun and Malvi Malhotra, the latest film ‘Tiragabadara Saami’ has been streaming on Aha since September 20. Directed by senior director A.S. Ravi Kumar Chowdary, this film was presented to audiences on August 2. The plot focuses on Giri (Raj Tarun), a very timid man who is afraid of everything. His girlfriend Shailaja (Malvi Malhotra) is not like that; she is bold and violent, aggressively dealing with those who tease her. How did Giri manage Shailaja? Why did the usually gentle Giri need to fight back?







Sopathulu



The film ‘Sopathulu’ has come directly to OTT, streaming on ETV Win since September 19. Directed by Ananth Vardhan, this film is set in a rural Telangana backdrop. Bhanu Prakash, Srijan, Mohan Bhagath, Anusha Ramesh, Mani Aigurla, and Anjayya Milkuri play the main roles. The story revolves around two children studying in a village school, living happily playing cricket and marbles. Unexpectedly, the COVID lockdown separates them. What happened next? What difficulties did the parents face to buy mobiles for online classes? How much did the separated friends suffer?







The Mystery of Moksha Island



Starring Ashutosh Rana, Priya Anand, Nandu, Sonia Agarwal, and Tejaswini Madivada, the latest Telugu web series ‘The Mystery of Moksha Island’ is streaming on Disney Plus Hotstar from September 20. Directed by Anish Yohan Kuruvilla, the plot unveils mysterious events faced by the heirs of Dr. Vishwak Sen, who created every creature and path on Moksha Island. As they arrive on the island, one by one




