
Cast: Raj Tarun, Manisha Kandkur, Abhirami, Ammu Abhirami, Hyper Aadi, Goparaju Ramana, Srikanth Iyengar, Krishna Bhagavan, VTV Ganesh, Singeetam Srinivasa, Leela Samson, Rachcha Ravi, and others.



Director: J. Sivasai Vardhan



Music: Shekhar Chandra



Cinematography: Nagesh Banell



Producer: N.V. Kiran Kumar



Presented by: Maruthi



Release Date: 13-09-2024



Raj Tarun stars in the recently released film 'Bhale Unnade!' with Manisha Kandkur as the heroine, directed by J. Sivasai Vardhan. Produced by N.V. Kiran Kumar under the Ravi Kiran Arts banner and presented by Maruthi's team, the film's trailer and teaser have already garnered interest. This is Raj Tarun's third film released within a month. After the previous two films failed to impress, Raj Tarun has high hopes for 'Bhale Unnade!' How does the film fare? Did it bring success to Raj Tarun? Let's find out in this review.







Plot



Radha (Raj Tarun) works as a saree draper in Visakhapatnam. Raised by his mother Gauri (Abhirami) after his father's early death, he helps her out. Krishna (Manisha), a new employee at the bank where Gauri works, becomes close to Gauri. Krishna enjoys the lunch boxes Radha prepares for his mother and falls in love with Radha's cooking without even seeing his face. Similarly, Radha falls for Krishna through the letters she sends with the lunch box without meeting her. As they prepare for marriage with their elders' consent, Krishna's friend reveals something shocking at the engagement. This raises doubts about Radha's suitability. What happens next? What test does Krishna set for Radha? Why does Radha keep a distance from women? Did their wedding take place?







Performance



Raj Tarun, as Radha, is captivating throughout the film. His acting has more scope compared to his previous films, and his emotional expressions are compelling. Manisha looks beautiful as Krishna, and their chemistry is well-portrayed. Abhirami, as the mother, captures the audience's attention. Even though Singeetam Srinivasa appears only in a few scenes, he leaves a strong impact. Ammu Abhirami, Goparaju Ramana, and Srikanth Iyengar play their parts within their limits. Hyper Aadi and Nellore Sudarshan provide occasional comic relief. The rest of the cast performed adequately within their roles.







Direction



Director J. Sivasai Vardhan crafted this film with a concept of how modern society and women perceive a man aspiring to be like Lord Rama. The first half flows pleasantly with the love track between the hero and heroine and the bond between mother and son, anchored around the lunch box as a medium of their love letters. The twist at the engagement concludes the first half. The second half takes Radha on a background of why he distances himself from women, although it drags compared to the first half. The tests imposed on the hero in a Kerala ashram and the antics of Srikanth Iyengar do not pan out well. The way Radha and Krishna break up also lacks novelty. The climax is another weak point of the film.







Technically



Technically, the cinematographer does a great job with vibrant and fresh visuals. Shekhar Chandra’s music does not leave a lasting impression. The background score is passable, and the editing is fine. The production values are high.







Plus Points



- Raj Tarun's acting



- Story background



- First half



Minus Points



- Lack of commercial elements



- Second half



Telugu.yousay.tv Rating: 3/5


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Cast: Prince, Naresh Agastya, Neha Krishnan, C.V.L. Narasimha Rao, Mani Chandana, Kedar Shankar, Madhumani, Gundu Sudarshan, and others



Director: Shiva Shesha



Music: Jeevan Babu



Cinematographer: Ramana Jagarlamudi



Editor: Vijay Vardhan Kavuri



Producer: T. Leela Goutham



Release Date: 04-10-2024



The latest film starring Prince and Naresh Agastya is 'Kali', directed by Shiva Shesha. Neha Krishnan, C.V.L. Narasimha Rao, Mani Chandana, Kedar Shankar, and Madhumani also play significant roles. This film, developed with a unique concept, was released to the audience on October 4. Let's see how the movie is and whether it captivated the Telugu audience in this review.







What's the Story?



Shivaram (Prince) is a professor at a university who never refuses to help anyone. This quality endears him to Veda (Neha Krishnan), who falls in love with him and confronts her family to marry him. However, Shivaram's goodwill is exploited by his own family members, who conspire to take his property. Betrayed by his brother and uncle, Shivaram becomes deeply disillusioned and attempts suicide, wishing not to be reborn as a human. At this critical moment, Kali Purusha (Naresh Agastya) makes his entry. Just as Shivaram is about to commit suicide, Kali Purusha rings the calling bell and saves him. What changes does Kali bring into Shivaram’s life? What is the connection between Shivaram’s life and the era of Kali? To find out, one must go to the theaters.







How Did They Perform?



In a refreshing new role as Shivaram, Prince excels with settled acting. Even in scenes without dialogue, his expressions were enough to impress. He made an effort to define himself as an actor by intensifying the scenes. Naresh Agastya shone as Kali, captivating with his stylish performance. The film primarily revolves around these two characters. Neha Krishnan was compelling as Veda within the limits of her role. Other cast members also justified their roles.







How's the Direction?



Director Shiva Shesha made an attempt to convey that suicide is not a solution to problems and that it is the real problem through this film. Although he chose a message-oriented narrative, he did not neglect commercial elements. He made the story engaging by blending suspense and thriller elements effectively. The movie starts with Shivaram’s background, his family life, love track, and betrayal by family members. The director sped up the story with the arrival of Agastya as Kali. The way Agastya questions Shivaram and tries to show him his mistakes is appealing. The scenes that instill a will to live are spectacular, especially the interactions between Prince and Naresh Agastya. However, the story might feel dragged and centered too much around two characters, and the lack of comedy could be seen as a downside.







Technically



On the technical front, the music is a major strength. Jeevan Babu's background score notably elevates the scenes. The editing could have been sharper. The cinematography is good, and the visuals are rich. The production values are also high, befitting the film.







Plus Points



Story



Acting by Prince and Agastya



Music



Minus Points



Dragged scenes



Editing



Telugu.yousay.tv Rating: 2.5/5


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In today's OTT landscape, web series have surged in popularity, attracting audiences who seek detailed and comprehensive content. Observing this trend, even prominent actors are now showing a keen interest in participating in series. It has recently become typical for web series to span several episodes and feature an ensemble cast of stars. However, an exceptional new web series is set to launch soon. This series brings together notable stars and celebrities from the Tamil and Malayalam film industries, capturing significant attention from movie enthusiasts.



Manorathangal Series



Based on a story written by the renowned Malayalam writer MT Vasudevan Nair, the series titled 'Manorathangal' is an anthology that will showcase nine stories. It features Tamil and Malayalam industry stars such as Kamal Haasan, Mohanlal, Mammootty, and Fahadh Faasil. Additionally, actors like Parvathy Thiruvothu, Biju Menon, Nadia, Nedumudi Venu, Surabhi Lakshmi, and Aparna Balamurali are also in the series. The series has recently released its trailer, which is currently captivating the audience.




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When is the Release?



This anthology series will be streaming on the popular OTT platform 'Zee5', starting August 15 as a special Independence Day release. Available in Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, and Hindi, the series features nine episodes directed by eight different filmmakers. The first two episodes, 'Ollavum Theeravum' and 'Shilalikhitam', were directed by Priyadarshan. Subsequent episodes include 'Kadugannawa Oru Yathra' directed by Ranjith, 'Kalacha' by Shyam Prasad, 'Vilpan' by Aswathi V. Nair, 'Sherlock' by Mahesh Narayanan, 'Swargam Thurakkunna Samayam' by Jayarajan Nair, and 'Abhayam Thedi Vendam' by Santosh Sivan. The final episode, 'Kadal Kattu', was directed by Ritesh Ambat, completing the diverse narrative scope of the series.







New Trend!



A new trend is emerging in web series, where previously series were created around one or two stars, but now directors are keen on making multi-star series. Recent series like 'Heeramandi' directed by the famous Bollywood director Sanjay Leela Bhansali featured stars like Manisha Koirala, Sonakshi Sinha, Aditi Rao Hydari, Richa Chadha, and Sanjeeda Sheikh. Similarly, the series 'Indian Police Force' included stars like Siddharth Malhotra, Vivek Oberoi, Shilpa Shetty, and Isha Talwar. This indicates a new evolution in the format of web series, incorporating numerous stars to attract a broader audience.






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It is well-known that 'Laapataa Ladies' has been officially selected from our country for the 2025 Oscars. This has suddenly made the name Pratibha Ratna, who played a key role in it, go viral.







Movie enthusiasts are eagerly searching to learn more about her as she is set to debut at the Oscars with her very first film.







Pratibha expressed her joy about 'Laapataa Ladies' being nominated for the Oscars representing India.



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She had long hoped that 'Laapataa Ladies' would be selected, and finally, their hopes were realized, Pratibha mentioned.







The film 'Laapataa Ladies' was directed by Bollywood star Aamir Khan's wife, Kiran Rao. Sparsh Shrivastava and Nitanshi Goel played significant roles.







Turning to Pratibha Ratna's personal details, she was born on December 17, 2000, in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh.







From her school days, she was active in theater. Driven by her passion for acting, she moved from Shimla to Mumbai with her sister.







There, she completed her degree in filmmaking and learned all the necessary skills in acting.







During this period, she also received specialized training in dance and performed in various stage shows, receiving accolades.







Pratibha made her television debut through the serial 'Qurbaan Hua' in 2020, captivating audiences for four years.







With 'Laapataa Ladies,' she stepped into Bollywood for the first time, portraying characters Jaya Singh/Pushpa Rani, capturing the audience’s attention.







She also acted in the web series 'Heeramandi,' directed by Bollywood stalwart Sanjay Leela Bhansali, appearing as the character Shama.







Pratibha places a high priority on fitness, consistently engaging in yoga and stunts to maintain her physical condition.







Currently, Pratibha Ratna is also active on social media, captivating netizens by sharing her glamorous photos.







Currently, 1.2 million people follow the official Instagram of Pratibha Ratna, with each photo she shares receiving numerous likes and shares.


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In real life, just like in reel life, celebrities are tying the knot starting with love affairs followed by marriages. Krishna-Vijaya Nirmala, Rajasekhar-Jeevitha, Nagarjuna-Amala, Srikanth-Ooha, and Mahesh Babu-Namrata belong to this group. However, celebrity marriages in Tollywood have recently increased. Young hero Nara Rohit recently married young actress Siri Lella. Let's take a look at this generation's hero-heroine couples who have united in marriage.



Nara Rohit - Siri Lella



Nara Rohit, the nephew of AP CM Nara Chandrababu and known for his debut in 'Baanam', has captured attention with films like 'Solo', 'Pratinidhi', 'Asura', and 'Sundarakanda'. He recently got engaged to young actress Siri Lella. Their wedding is scheduled for December. They both acted together in 'Pratinidhi 2'. During the shooting, a friendship developed between them and eventually, they got engaged in the presence of friends and relatives. Siri Lella, from Rentachintala in AP, returned to India with a passion for acting after completing her master's degree in Australia. She secured the heroine role in 'Pratinidhi 2' after auditioning.







Naga Chaitanya - Sobhita Dhulipala



It's known that Naga Chaitanya and Sobhita Dhulipala are set to marry soon. Their engagement took place recently among close friends and family. Chaitanya had previously married Samantha in 2017, and they divorced in 2021 due to personal reasons. Since then, Naga Chaitanya and Sobhita have often been seen together, with significant media speculation about their relationship. They haven't responded to engagement rumors, but the formal engagement has put a stop to them. Currently, Naga Chaitanya is busy with the film 'Tandel', and Sobhita recently acted in the Hollywood film 'Monkey Man' and the Hindi film 'Love, Sitara' which recently released on OTT.







Kiran Abbavaram - Rahasya Gorak



Young hero Kiran Abbavaram entered the industry with the film 'Raja Vaaru Rani Gaaru', where Rahasya Gorak starred as the heroine. They gained recognition as a beautiful couple from their very first film. Their friendship during the film's shooting blossomed into love. After being in love for five years, the couple married on August 22 in Coorg, Karnataka. Before entering cinema, both Kiran and Rahasya worked as software engineers. They quit their jobs due to their passion for acting. Currently, Kiran is acting in the film 'Ka', set to release as a Diwali gift.







Varun Tej - Lavanya Tripathi



Mega brother Nagababu's son Varun Tej made his entry as a hero with the 2014 film 'Mukunda'. He then starred in successful films such as 'Kanche', 'Fidaa', 'Loafer', and 'F3'. He married prominent heroine Lavanya Tripathi in a destination wedding last November. They first acted together in the 2017 film 'Mister' and later in 'Antariksham', which led to their friendship turning into a marriage. Their wedding in Italy was attended by the entire Mega family. Varun Tej is currently featured in the film 'Matka' set to release on November 14. Lavanya is currently acting in the Tamil film 'Thanal'.







Aadi Pinisetty - Nikki Galrani



Son of famous director Raviraja Pinisetty, young hero Aadhi Pinisetty has carved a niche for himself by choosing diverse roles. He impressed as a villain in Allu Arjun's 'Sarrainodu' and Ram's 'Warrior'. He married actress Nikki Galrani in May 2022, with whom he has acted in two films, 'Malupu' and 'Marakathamani'. Their love blossomed during the shooting of 'Malupu', leading to marriage.







Varun Sandesh - Vithika Sheru



Young hero Varun Sandesh, known since the 2007 release 'Happy Days', connected well with the youth following the success of 'Kotha Bangaru Lokam'. He married actress Vithika Sheru on December 7, 2015. They both acted in the same year's release 'Paddanandi Premalo Mari'. Their strong friendship and mutual feelings led to marriage. They also participated as a couple in Bigg Boss Telugu Season 3, leaving a lasting impression as a beloved couple on television. Varun Sandesh greeted Telugu audiences this year with 'Ninda' and Viraji films. Vithika Sheru is currently active on YouTube, creating videos and engaging on social media.






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లీలా వినోదం

ప్రముఖ యూట్యూబర్‌ షణ్ముఖ్‌ జస్వంత్‌ (Shanmukh Jaswanth) కథానాయకుడిగా చేసిన లేటెస్ట్‌ ఫిల్మ్‌ ‘లీలా వినోదం‘ (Leela Vinodham Review). పవన్‌ సుంకర దర్శకత్వం వహించిన ఈ సిరీస్‌లో అనగ అజిత్‌, గోపరాజు రమణ, ఆమని, రూపాలక్ష్మికీలక పాత్రలు పోషించారు. పల్లెటూరులో సాగే స్వచ్ఛమైన ప్రేమకథ నేపథ్యంలో ఈ మూవీ రూపొందింది. 

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