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Chiranjeevi's Remake Telugu movies: A Journey Through Hits and Misses in Telugu Cinema

Megastar Chiranjeevi has acted in nearly 50 remake films throughout his career, delivering numerous super hits and blockbusters in Telugu cinema. These remakes have been a significant factor in his rise to megastar status. Looking at the importance of remakes in his career, some were disasters, while others became industry hits. [toc] Bhola Shankar This movie is a remake of the Tamil super hit film "Vedalam." It turned out to be a disaster at the box office. Bhola Shankar was directed by Meher Ramesh. GodFather Chiranjeevi acted in the remake of the Malayalam super hit "Lucifer." Released in 2022 during the Dasara festival under the title "GodFather," this film, directed by Prithviraj Sukumaran and starring Mohanlal in Malayalam, achieved moderate success in Telugu. Khaidi No. 150 Chiranjeevi's comeback film "Khaidi No. 150" was a remake of the Tamil super hit "Kaththi." The movie achieved massive success at the box office. Anji The movie "Anji," starring Chiranjeevi, was directed by Kodi Ramakrishna. Inspired by the Hollywood film "Indiana Jones," the movie turned out to be a disaster. Despite high expectations, it didn't perform well at the box office. Shankar Dada Zindabad Directed by Prabhudeva, "Shankar Dada Zindabad" is a remake of the Hindi super hit "Lage Raho Munna Bhai." Unfortunately, this film turned out to be a disaster. Shankar Dada M.B.B.S A remake of the Hindi film "Munna Bhai M.B.B.S," "Shankar Dada M.B.B.S" was a huge success in Telugu, thanks to Chiranjeevi's performance. Tagore A remake of the Tamil film "Ramana," "Tagore" was a blockbuster in Chiranjeevi's career. The film was directed by V. V. Vinayak. Mrugaraju Inspired by the Hollywood movie "The Ghost and the Darkness," "Mrugaraju" directed by Gunasekar turned out to be a disaster at the box office. Sneham Kosam "Sneham Kosam," directed by K. S. Ravikumar, was a remake of the Tamil movie "Natpukkaga." It didn’t achieve much commercial success. Hitler A remake of the Malayalam film "Hitler" starring Mammootty, this movie was another blockbuster success for Chiranjeevi, pleasing his fans with his performance. Mugguru Monagallu Directed by K. Raghavendra Rao, "Mugguru Monagallu" is a remake of the Hindi film "Yaadon Ki Baaraat." Despite Chiranjeevi playing three roles, the movie was not a big commercial success. Mechanic Alludu Inspired by the movie "Sriranganithulu," "Mechanic Alludu" failed to make a significant impact at the box office, although Chiranjeevi's performance was praised. Aaj Ka Goonda Raaj "Aaj Ka Goonda Raaj" is a Hindi remake of the Telugu super hit "Gang Leader." It was a major success in Hindi. Gharana Mogudu A remake of the Kannada film "Anuraga Aralithu," "Gharana Mogudu" brought another blockbuster success for Chiranjeevi. Pasivadi Pranam Directed by A. Kodandarami Reddy, the movie "Pasivadi Pranam," starring Megastar Chiranjeevi, was a remake of the Malayalam film "Poovinu Puthiya Poonthennal," originally starring Mammootty. "Pasivadi Pranam" was an industry hit at the box office, establishing Chiranjeevi as the number one hero in Tollywood. Chakravarthy Directed by Raviraja Pinishetty, the movie "Chakravarthy" was a remake of the Tamil film "Gnana Oli," starring Sivaji Ganesan. Unfortunately, the film turned out to be a disaster at the box office. Aradhana Directed by Bharathiraja, the movie "Aradhana" was a remake of the Tamil film "Kavithai Neram," directed by Bharathiraja and starring Sathyaraj. This film was a disaster at the box office. Donga Mogudu Directed by A. Kodandarami Reddy, the movie "Donga Mogudu" was a remake of the Hollywood film "Trading Places." It turned out to be a blockbuster at the box office. A few years later, the same concept was reworked as "Rowdy Alludu," which was also a super hit. Veta Directed by A. Kodandarami Reddy, the movie "Veta" was a remake of the Hollywood super hit "The Count of Monte Cristo." The film ended up as a disaster at the box office. Stuartpuram Police Station Directed by Yandamoori Veerendranath, "Stuartpuram Police Station" starring Chiranjeevi was inspired by the Hindi film "Ardh Satya" starring Om Puri. The film was a disaster at the box office. Raja Vikramarka Directed by Raviraja Pinishetty, "Raja Vikramarka" starring Chiranjeevi was a remake of the Tamil film "My Dear Marthandan," starring Prabhu. The film turned out to be a flop at the box office. Pratibandh "Pratibandh," directed by Raviraja Pinishetty, was Chiranjeevi's first Bollywood film. It was a remake of the Telugu movie "Ankusham," directed by Kodi Ramakrishna and starring Rajasekhar. The film was a blockbuster success in Hindi as well. Trinetrudu Directed by A. Kodandarami Reddy, "Trinetrudu" was a remake of the Hindi film "Jalwa," starring Naseeruddin Shah. The film turned out to be a flop at the box office. Khaidi No. 786 Directed by Vijaya Bapineedu, "Khaidi No. 786" starring Chiranjeevi was a remake of the Tamil film "Amman Kovil Kizhakale," starring Vijayakanth. The film was a blockbuster at the box office. Adavi Donga Directed by K. Raghavendra Rao, "Adavi Donga" starring Chiranjeevi was inspired by the Hollywood and Hindi film "Tarzan." The movie was a blockbuster at the box office. Chiranjeevi The film "Chiranjeevi," starring Megastar Chiranjeevi and titled after his screen name, was a remake of the Kannada film "Nane Raja," starring Ravichandran. The movie was a disaster at the box office. Naagu Directed by Tatineni Prasad, the movie "Naagu" was a remake of the Hindi film "Teesri Manzil" starring Shammi Kapoor. Inti Guttu The movie "Inti Guttu," starring Chiranjeevi, was a remake of the MGR starrer "Panakkara Kudumbam." The film was a hit at the box office. Devanthakudu "Devanthakudu" was a remake of the Kannada film "Gelupu Nannade," starring Ambarish. This film recorded good success. Hero Directed by Vijaya Bapineedu, "Hero" starring Chiranjeevi was inspired by the Hollywood movie "Raiders of the Lost Ark." Khaidi Directed by A. Kodandarami Reddy, the movie "Khaidi" starring Chiranjeevi was inspired by the Hollywood film "First Blood" starring Sylvester Stallone, with several modifications. This movie catapulted Chiranjeevi into the league of star heroes. Abhilasha Directed by A. Kodandarami Reddy, the movie "Abhilasha" was a remake of the Hollywood movies "The Man Who Dared" and "Beyond a Reasonable Doubt." The film was a blockbuster at the box office. Prema Pichollu Directed by A. Kodandarami Reddy, the movie "Prema Pichollu" was a remake of the Hindi film "Shaukeen," starring Mithun Chakraborty. The film turned out to be a flop at the box office. Bandhalu Anubandhalu The movie "Bandhalu Anubandhalu" was a remake of the Kannada film "Aval Hejje," starring Vishnuvardhan. It was an average performer at the box office. Manchu Pallaki Directed by Vamsy, the movie "Manchu Pallaki" was a remake of the Tamil film "Palaivana Solai," starring Suhasini in the lead role. The film was a super hit at the box office. Yamudiki Mogudu The movie "Yamudiki Mogudu" was inspired by the Hollywood films "Dirty Harry" and "Mad Max." It achieved good results at the box office. Patnam Vachina Pativrathalu "Patnam Vachina Pativrathalu" was a remake of the Kannada hit "Pattanakke Banda Patniyaru." The film was a success at the box office. Chattamtho Poratam The movie "Chattamtho Poratam,"  starring Chiranjeevi and directed by S. A. Chandrasekhar, was a remake of the Tamil film "Sattam Oru Iruttarai," starring Vijayakanth. It was a commercial success in Telugu. 47 Rojulu Directed by K. Balachander, the movie "47 Rojulu" was simultaneously made in Tamil as "47 Naatkal." This film marked Chiranjeevi's debut in the Tamil industry and was a commercial success. Mogudu Kaavali "Mogudu Kaavali," starring Chiranjeevi and directed by Katta Subbarao, was a remake of the Hindi film "Manchali," starring Sanjeev Kumar. The film performed well at the box office. The concept inspired the movie "Subramanyam for Sale" starring Sai Dharam Tej. Mosagadu Directed by K. Raghavendra Rao, "Mosagadu" featured Shobhan Babu, Chiranjeevi, and Sridevi in the lead roles. It was a remake of the Hindi film "Khaan Dost" starring Raj Kapoor and Shatrughan Sinha. The film was a super hit at the box office. Prema Tarangalu "Prema Tarangalu" was a remake of the Hindi film "Muqaddar Ka Sikandar," starring Amitabh Bachchan and Vinod Khanna. In the Telugu version, Krishnam Raju played Amitabh’s role, while Chiranjeevi played Vinod Khanna's role. The film was successful at the box office. Punnami Naagu "Punnami Naagu" was a remake of the Kannada hit "Hunnimeya Rathriyalli." The movie was a hit at the box office. Idi Katha Kaadu Directed by K. Balachander, "Idi Katha Kaadu" featured Kamal Haasan, Chiranjeevi, Sarath Babu, and Jayasudha in lead roles. It was a remake of the Tamil film "Avargal," starring Kamal Haasan, Rajinikanth, and Ravi Kumar. The film was a success at the box office, and Chiranjeevi impressed with his negative role. Manavoori Pandavulu Directed by Bapu, the movie "Manavoori Pandavulu," starring Krishnam Raju, Murali Mohan, and Chiranjeevi, was a remake of the Kannada film "Paduvarahalli Pandavaru." The film was a success at the box office.

September 25 , 2024

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

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. [toc] 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. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OG_H1fNnWJA https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uWhPlHc0yoU https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nTt-kp2Lndc https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zA_uVs7H7G0 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y_p90nJNsB8 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. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pFTIlMls-98 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? Book Tickets 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? Book Tickets 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? Book Tickets 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? Book Tickets 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? Book Tickets 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? Book Tickets 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? Book Tickets 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? Book Tickets 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? Book Tickets 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? Book Tickets

September 20 , 2024

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