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‘Thalapathy 69’ kicks off with grand Muhurat Puja
Chennai, Oct 4 (IANS) Thalapathy Vijay’s upcoming film, tentatively titled ‘Thalapathy 69’ commenced with a traditional puja ceremony on October 4, 2024.The official makers took to their X account (formerly known as Twitter) and shared a series of pictures with ensemble cast and crew members.
The makers wrote a caption, “Pictures layum seri adha paathutu iruka unga face layum seri Happy Smiles irukunu we know #Thalapathy69Poojai stills SET 1 idhoo. Updates inum mudiyala.. SET 2 incoming”.The event brought together an impressive ensemble of cast and crew, including Thalapathy Vijay, Bollywood actor Bobby Deol, and Pooja Hegde. Following this auspicious start on the second day of Navratri, filming is set to begin tomorrow leads the next step for Thalapathy Vijay’s historic project.
In addition to the lead actors, the film boasts a stellar cast that includes renowned filmmaker-actor Gautham Vasudev Menon, National Award-winning actress Priyamani, veteran actor Prakash Raj, and ‘Premalu’ fame actor Mamitha Baiju.The film is helmed by ‘Theeran Adhigaaram Ondru’ fame director H. Vinoth with his band of brothers that includes cinematographer Sathyan Sooryan, editor Pradeep E Ragav, action choreographer Anlarasu, art director Selva Kumar, and costume designer Pallavi Singh.
The film also marks the dynamic collaboration between the director and the music composer as it will be helmed by music sensation Anirudh Ravichander, best known for his power-packed work in films like, ‘Master’, ‘Kaththi’, ‘Jailer’, ‘Leo’ and others.‘Thalapathy 69’ will be bankrolled by Venkat K. Narayana under the banner of KVN Productions. The film will be co-produced by Jagadish Palanisamy and Lohith N. K as well.
The ‘Mersal’ fame actor’s recently released ‘The Greatest of All Time’ is currently available for streaming on Netflix. The film helmed by Venkat Prabhu also features Sneha, Meenakshi Chaudhary, Prabhu Deva, Prashanth, Mohan, Ajmal Ameer, Yogi Babu and Premgi Amaren in pivotal roles.The action-thriller was bankrolled by Kalapathi S. Aghoram, Kalapathi S. Ganesh and Kalapathi S. Suresh under the banner of AGS Entertainment.
Rajinikanth Discharged: Superstar Thanks Fans for Support!
Superstar Rajinikanth has expressed heartfelt gratitude following his discharge from the hospital, where he underwent a successful medical procedure. After being admitted to Apollo Hospitals in Chennai due to severe stomach pain and a swelling in the main blood vessel leaving his heart, Rajinikanth’s fans and well-wishers were on high alert. The actor took to social media to thank everyone who supported him during his recovery, emphasizing the overwhelming love and prayers he received from his family, friends, colleagues, and fans around the world.
In his emotional message, Rajinikanth acknowledged that the support he received was instrumental in his recovery. He specifically thanked those who prayed for his well-being, stating that their limitless love played a significant role in lifting his spirits during his hospital stay. His post resonated with many fans who have admired the actor not just for his cinematic contributions but also for his humility and connection with his audience. The outpouring of affection from fans highlights Rajinikanth’s status as an iconic figure in Indian cinema.
As Rajinikanth returns home, anticipation builds for his upcoming film **Vettaiyan**, which is set to release on October 10th. Fans are eagerly looking forward to seeing their beloved superstar back on screen after his health scare. The film has generated significant buzz, and there is hope that Rajinikanth’s quick recovery will allow him to actively participate in promotional activities leading up to its release. With a stellar cast and an engaging storyline, **Vettaiyan** promises to be another blockbuster in Rajinikanth’s illustrious career.
Rajinikanth’s resilience and ability to connect with his audience have solidified his status as one of India’s most beloved actors. As he embarks on this new chapter of recovery and prepares for the release of **Vettaiyan**, fans are excited to witness his return to the silver screen. The actor’s journey serves as a reminder of the power of community support and the enduring bond between him and his admirers, who continue to rally behind him through thick and thin.
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INST’s new artificial synaptic chip to help transform information tech
New Delhi, Oct 4 (IANS) Scientists at the Institute of Nano Science and Technology (INST), Mohali, an autonomous institution of the Department of Science and Technology (DST), have created an artificial synaptic device that emulates the behaviour of biological synapses to transform information technology through more efficient computing models.
The team focussed on the workings of the human brain, which is dynamic and has a reconfigurable system. It has direct memory access, with neurons conducting the computational operations.
“Neuromorphic electronics, inspired by the intricate workings of the biological brain, offer the potential to transform information technology through more efficient computing models,” the researchers said.
On the other hand, modern computers have instructions that tell the computer how to handle information and perform tasks. This works by creating separate units for reading and executing complex operations, and then returning the results to memory. This can slow down computing and create a “bottleneck” when handling a lot of instructions and data at the same time.
INST scientists used a novel approach that follows the working principle of human brains to overcome the challenges of modern computing. They utilised the two-dimensional electron gas (2DEG) within the EuO-KTaO3 (KTO) oxide heterostructure to develop a chip which exhibited neuromorphic properties. It also showed a large change in resistivity known as resistive switching behaviour.
“The developed chip not only mimics the short- and long-term plasticity observed in biological synapses but also performs logic gate operations, significantly enhancing its versatility and potential for integration in advanced neuromorphic systems,” said the team.
Further, the neuromorphic design in oxide interfaces can facilitate more energy-efficient and quicker information processing. It also comes with enhanced AI capabilities and improved device miniaturisation. These systems may learn and change with time, resulting in more personalised and responsive technology.
The research was published in the journal ‘Applied Physics Letter’, and has important applications to improve everyday life, including healthcare, education, and environmental sustainability, said the researchers.
New Delhi, Oct 4 (IANS) Scientists at the Institute of Nano Science and Technology (INST), Mohali, an autonomous institution of the Department of Science and Technology (DST), have created an artificial synaptic device that emulates the behaviour of biological synapses to transform information technology through more efficient computing models.
The team focussed on the workings of the human brain, which is dynamic and has a reconfigurable system. It has direct memory access, with neurons conducting the computational operations.
“Neuromorphic electronics, inspired by the intricate workings of the biological brain, offer the potential to transform information technology through more efficient computing models,” the researchers said.
On the other hand, modern computers have instructions that tell the computer how to handle information and perform tasks. This works by creating separate units for reading and executing complex operations, and then returning the results to memory. This can slow down computing and create a “bottleneck” when handling a lot of instructions and data at the same time.
INST scientists used a novel approach that follows the working principle of human brains to overcome the challenges of modern computing. They utilised the two-dimensional electron gas (2DEG) within the EuO-KTaO3 (KTO) oxide heterostructure to develop a chip which exhibited neuromorphic properties. It also showed a large change in resistivity known as resistive switching behaviour.
“The developed chip not only mimics the short- and long-term plasticity observed in biological synapses but also performs logic gate operations, significantly enhancing its versatility and potential for integration in advanced neuromorphic systems,” said the team.
Further, the neuromorphic design in oxide interfaces can facilitate more energy-efficient and quicker information processing. It also comes with enhanced AI capabilities and improved device miniaturisation. These systems may learn and change with time, resulting in more personalised and responsive technology.
The research was published in the journal ‘Applied Physics Letter’, and has important applications to improve everyday life, including healthcare, education, and environmental sustainability, said the researchers.
8 out of 10 people with ruptured aortic aneurysm don’t reach hospital alive
New Delhi, Oct 2 (IANS) As Tamil megastar Rajinikanth was successfully treated for swelling in his aorta, or the main blood vessel leaving his heart, health experts on Wednesday said eight out of 10 individuals with a ruptured aortic aneurysm do not reach the hospital alive.
An aortic aneurysm is a dangerous condition where the aorta, the body’s largest artery, becomes enlarged by more than 1.5 times its normal size.
According to Dr Sanjeeva Kumar Gupta, Consultant, Department of Cardiology at C.K. Birla Hospital in the national capital, while typically symptomless, if it dissects or ruptures, it can cause severe chest, abdominal, or back pain and lead to life-threatening bleeding.
Risk factors include smoking, heavy alcohol use, hypertension, and advanced age.
Aortic aneurysms are treated through surgery, either with open surgery or minimally invasive endovascular aneurysm repair (EVAR).
Dr Krishna Chaitanya, lead consultant, vascular and endovascular surgery, Aster RV Hospital, Bengaluru, said that it is rather unfortunate that most aneurysms do not produce symptoms until it presents a rupture.
“Only a handful of fortunate individuals have it detected incidentally during a CT scan or ultrasound examinations for unrelated conditions. Some studies estimate about 12 per cent of the adults over 65 years of age suffer from aortic aneurysm while a lesser percentage is seen in younger individuals,” Dr Chaitanya told IANS.
Several cases of sudden deaths are erroneously branded as massive heart attacks or natural ageing, while the actual cause is never discovered.
“It is said that eight out of 10 individuals with a ruptured aortic aneurysm do not reach the hospital alive. At present, active aortic aneurysm screening is the only way to detect aortic aneurysm in the population ‘at risk’,” Dr Chaitanya noted.
According to the private hospital in Chennai where Rajinikanth was treated, “he had a swelling in the main blood vessel leaving his heart (Aorta), which was treated by a nonsurgical transcatheter method”.
According to doctors, the EVAR procedure involves placing a stent graft via a small incision to reinforce the weakened part of the aorta and prevent rupture.
For smaller aneurysms or patients unfit for surgery, medical therapy focuses on managing risk factors like high blood pressure and cholesterol, along with regular ultrasound monitoring. As undetected and untreated aneurysms can have devastating consequences, many developed countries have incorporated aortic aneurysm screening into their national health system. For instance, the NHS in the UK sends a screening invitation to every man after his 64th birthday.
Kenya begins translocation of elephants to boost human-wildlife coexistence
Nairobi, Oct 4 (IANS) The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS), a state-owned wildlife management agency, commenced an elephant translocation operation in a bid to boost human-wildlife coexistence and strengthen the conservation of wildlife habitats.
The KWS on Thursday said that nearly 50 elephants would be transferred from Mwea National Reserve to Aberdare National Park, both located in central Kenya.
The translocation, according to the KWS, aligns with the National Elephant Action Plan 2023-2032, developed by the agency and its partners, which calls for securing a sustainable elephant population, mitigating human-elephant conflicts, and restoring degraded habitats, Xinhua news agency reported.
“This translocation also aligns with the newly launched KWS Strategic Plan 2024-2028, which emphasises modern conservation techniques, community engagement, and the integration of technology,” the KWS said in a statement issued in Nairobi, the capital of Kenya.
It is expected that the translocation will reduce the pressure on Mwea National Reserve, where the elephant population has surged from 49 in 1979 to 156 today, which has caused massive destruction of property, including homes and farmlands, and escalating human-elephant conflicts, according to the KWS.
The agency said the translocation is thus pivotal to protecting the welfare of both elephants and surrounding communities, who are mostly subsistence farmers.
Meanwhile, boosting the elephant population at the more expansive Aberdare National Park will foster ecological balance, promote ecotourism, and unleash economic benefits to local communities, noted the KWS.
Rebecca Miano, cabinet secretary in the Ministry of Tourism and Wildlife, who presided over the translocation, said it would enhance the genetic diversity of the elephant population, protect vulnerable species, and boost ecosystem resilience.
Miano said Kenya has domesticated international instruments to boost elephants’ conservation as the giant land mammal grapples with myriad threats, including poaching, shrinking habitats, and climatic stresses.
Erustus Kanga, director-general of the KWS, said the elephant translocation exercise is part of proactive measures aimed at responding effectively to habitat degradation and human-wildlife conflicts, as well as improving the socio-economic welfare of communities adjacent to wildlife sanctuaries.
Greek military plane carries 60 people out of Beirut to Cyprus
Nicosia, Oct 4 (IANS) A Greek C-130 military transport plane landed at Larnaca airport on Thursday carrying 60 people in the first emergency air evacuation from Lebanon, Cypriot Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos said in a statement.
Aboard the plane were 38 Cypriots and 22 Greeks, who continued their journey to Athens, Xinhua news agency reported.
Kombos said that Cyprus will charter a commercial flight to bring more Cypriot nationals out of Lebanon in the coming days, adding that citizens of other countries, who have no other means to flee, will be accepted on board.
Middle East Airlines, which still operates two flights a day out of Beirut airport to Larnaca, said that all its flights to Larnaca had been sold out for the foreseeable future. Cyprus Airways, which operates one daily flight to Beirut, said all tickets are sold out until the end of this month.
According to Kombos, Cyprus can provide accommodation to 7000 evacuees for a short period. “The logic behind this arrangement is that evacuees from Lebanon must arrange their departure to their countries soon so that Cyprus can offer assistance to a larger number of evacuees,” he explained.
Since the conflict in the Middle East escalated, Cyprus has activated its “Estia” plan, which aims to turn the nearest European country to Lebanon into a hub for third-country nationals to transfer back to their own countries.
The Foreign Ministry said 11 countries had undertaken consultations with the ministry over the operation of the “Estia” plan.
Some countries have also sent troops to Cyprus to assist in the evacuation of their nationals, as Israeli forces intensify their action against Hezbollah militants in Lebanon.
Australian research finds link between snoring, elevated blood pressure
Canberra, Oct 4 (IANS) Australian research has found a link between snoring and elevated blood pressure.
According to the study, which was conducted by sleep scientists from Flinders University in South Australia, people who regularly snore at night are more likely to have elevated blood pressure and uncontrolled hypertension, Xinhua news agency reported.
Hypertension occurs when the pressure in a person’s blood vessels is too high. It can cause serious damage to the heart and lead to heart attack, stroke, heart failure and heart disease.
Blood pressure is recorded in millimetres of mercury (mmHg) as two numbers such as 120/80. The first number – the systolic blood pressure – measures the pressure in the arteries as the heart pumps out blood and the second – diastolic blood pressure – is the pressure as the heart relaxes before the next beat.
The study found that 15 per cent of 12,287 participants snored for more than 20 per cent of the night on average over a six-month monitoring period and that those with high snoring levels had a 3.8 mmHg higher systolic blood pressure and 4.5 mmHg higher diastolic blood pressure than participants who did not snore.
The Flinders University study was the first to use multiple night home-based monitoring technologies over a prolonged period to investigate the link between snoring and hypertension. Participants in the study were middle-aged and 88 percent were male.
“For the first time, we can objectively say that there is a significant connection between regular nighttime snoring and high blood pressure,” Bastien Lechat, lead author of the research from the College of Medicine and Public Health at Flinders University, said in a media release on Wednesday.
“These results emphasise the significance of considering snoring as a factor in healthcare and treatment for sleep-related issues, especially in the context of managing hypertension.”
The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that 1.28 billion adults aged 30-79 years worldwide have hypertension and that 46 per cent of adults with hypertension are unaware they have the condition.
Thalapathy69: A Star-Studded Launch in Chennai
The city of Chennai witnessed a momentous occasion today as the pooja ceremony for the highly anticipated film, Thalapathy69, took place. The event marked the official commencement of this much-awaited project, drawing immense excitement and anticipation from fans across the nation.
The star-studded ceremony was graced by the presence of the charismatic Thalapathy Vijay, the film’s lead actor, alongside Bollywood actor Bobby Deol and leading ladies Pooja Hegde and Mamitha Baiju. The actors, dressed in traditional attire, exuded an aura of elegance and sophistication. Vijay’s classic white veshti and shirt complemented Pooja Hegde’s graceful saree, creating a visually stunning ensemble.
The camaraderie among the cast members was palpable throughout the ceremony. Photos shared on social media captured the light-hearted interactions between Vijay and Bobby Deol, reflecting the warm and friendly atmosphere on set. The makers of Thalapathy69 expressed their delight in witnessing the happiness and enthusiasm of the attendees, encapsulating the positive energy surrounding the film’s launch.
Directed by H Vinoth, Thalapathy69 boasts an impressive ensemble cast that includes Gautham Vasudev Menon and Prakash Raj. With the inclusion of Bobby Deol, the film has garnered significant attention, and fans are eagerly awaiting details about his character. As this is rumored to be Vijay’s final film before he ventures into politics, the expectations are exceptionally high. The project is poised to be a significant milestone in his illustrious career, particularly as he prepares to contest in the Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections in 2026.
The film’s musical score, composed by Anirudh Ravichander, promises to deliver an engaging and immersive cinematic experience. With the pooja ceremony now complete, the production team is gearing up to commence filming, further intensifying the anticipation for this highly anticipated blockbuster. The combination of a talented cast, a skilled director, and an exciting storyline has set the stage for what could be an unforgettable addition to Indian cinema.
కింగ్ ఖాన్ ఛాయిస్.. తెలుగు డైరెక్టర్స్ ఠఫ్ ఫైట్
గత ఏడాది బాలీవుడ్ కింగ్ ఖాన్ షారుఖ్ బ్యాక్ టు బ్యాక్ విజయాల్ని తన ఖాతాలో వేసుకున్నాడు. పఠాన్, జవాన్, డుంకీ గ్లోబల్ బాక్సాఫీస్ వద్ద దాదాపు రూ. 2500 కోట్లు వసూలు చేయడంతో తాను మాత్రమే బాక్సాఫీస్ కింగ్ ఎందుకో నిరూపించాడు. ఇటీవల కింగ్ ఖాన్ లైనప్ చూస్తే షాక్ తినాల్సిందే. క్రేజీ బ్యానర్స్, టాప్ డైరెక్టర్లతో ఎదురే లేని లైనప్ ని అతడు ప్లాన్ చేసాడు. అయితే అతడి లైనప్లో తెలుగు కుర్రాళ్లు, ప్రతిభావంతులైన రాజ్ అండ్ డీకే ముందు వరుసలో ఉన్నారు. స్త్రీ 2 మేకర్స్ తో పోటీపడుతూ వారు కింగ్ ఖాన్ ని లాక్ చేయాలనే పట్టుదలతో ఉన్నట్టు తెలిసింది. పూర్తి వివరాల్లోకి వెళితే…
కింగ్ ఖాన్ ఇప్పటికే రెండు యాక్షన్-ప్యాక్డ్ సినిమాలను లాక్ చేసాడు. సిద్ధార్థ్ ఆనంద్ నిర్మాతగా, సుజోయ్ ఘోష్ దర్శకత్వంలో తెరకెక్కుతున్న కింగ్ .. YRF స్పై యూనివర్స్ చిత్రం పఠాన్ 2 ఇప్పటికే ప్రీప్రొడక్షన్ పూర్తి చేసుకుని స్వింగ్ లో ఉన్నాయి. ఇప్పుడు యథావిధిగా షారుఖ్ ఖాన్ కింగ్ కోసం షూటింగ్ ప్రారంభించే ముందు 3-సినిమా లైనప్ని కలిగి ఉండాలని లక్ష్యంగా పెట్టుకున్నట్లు తెలుస్తోంది.
సన్నిహిత వర్గాల సమాచారం ప్రకారం.. షారుఖ్ ఖాన్ చాలా స్క్రిప్ట్లను చదువుతున్నాడు. వెంటనే మరొక స్క్రిప్టును లాక్ చేయాలని చూస్తున్నాడు. ప్రాధాన్యంగా నాన్ యాక్షన్ స్పేస్లో సినిమా చేయాలనేది ఆలోచన. ఇటీవలే స్త్రీ2తో బ్లాక్ బస్టర్ అందుకున్న అమర్ కౌశిక్ – దినేష్ విజన్ బృందంతో భారీ అడ్వెంచర్ చిత్రం కోసం చర్చలు జరుపుతున్నట్లు తెలిసింది. షారుఖ్ ఖాన్ గత కొన్ని నెలలుగా దాదాపు ప్రతి దర్శకుడిని కలిశాడు. అతడి కోసం ఎవరు ఎలాంటి స్టోరీ లైన్ సిద్ధం చేశారో వారి ఆలోచనలను కూడా విన్నాడు. కానీ ఏదీ అతడిని నిజంగా ఎగ్జయిట్ చేయలేదు. కానీ ఇప్పుడు అమర్ కౌశిక్ – దినేష్ విజన్ల స్ట్రీ 2 టీమ్తో చర్చలు జరుపుతున్నారు అని తెలిసింది.
అమర్ – దినేష్ విజన్.. SRK కోసం ఒక భారీ అడ్వెంచర్ ఫిల్మ్ని ప్లాన్ చేస్తున్నారు. పలు బ్యానర్ల కలయికలో ఈ సినిమా తెరకెక్కే వీలుంది. ఇది `స్ట్రీ` యూనివర్స్లో భాగం కాదు.. కానీ కొత్త కథ ప్రారంభానికి గుర్తుగా ఉంటుంది. ఇప్పటికే వారి మధ్య రెండు మూడు సమావేశాలు జరిగాయి. షారుఖ్ ఖాన్ దీనిపై ఇంకా నిర్ణయం తీసుకోలేదు. అతను సినిమా చేయడం లేదా చేయకపోవడంపై నిర్ణయం తీసుకునే ముందు రాబోయే నెలల్లో మరిన్ని చర్చలు జరుగుతాయని భావిస్తున్నారు. మడాక్ ఫిల్మ్ని పక్కన పెడితే, SRK వారి కామిక్ యాక్షన్ థ్రిల్లర్ కోసం రాజ్ అండ్ DKతో నిరంతరం టచ్లో ఉన్నారు. ఎందుకంటే రాజ్ అండ్ డీకే వినిపించిన సబ్జెక్ట్కి షారూఖ్ ఇప్పటికే కనెక్ట్ అయ్యాడు. లొసుగులపై కొంచెం రీవర్క్కి లోబడి వారితో సినిమా చేయాలనుకుంటున్నాడు. అడ్వెంచర్ ఫిల్మ్, కామిక్ యాక్షన్ థ్రిల్లర్ కాకుండా, షారూఖ్ కొన్ని యాక్షన్ చిత్రాల కోసం దక్షిణాదికి చెందిన కొంతమంది మేకర్స్తో చర్చలు జరుపుతున్నాడు. అయితే ఇంకా స్క్రిప్ట్ ఏదీ లాక్ అవ్వలేదు.
కింగ్ చిత్రాన్ని జనవరి-2025 లో ప్రారంభించి 2025 మధ్య నాటికి పూర్తి చేయవలసి ఉండగా, ఆదిత్య చోప్రా 2025 చివరిలో లేదా 2026 ప్రారంభంలో పఠాన్ 2ని సెట్స్ పైకి తీసుకురావాలని లక్ష్యంగా పెట్టుకున్నాడు. కింగ్ – పఠాన్ 2 షూటింగ్ షెడ్యూల్లు ఇప్పటికే లాక్ అయ్యాయి. ఇవన్నీ కాగితంపై ఉన్నాయి. షారూఖ్ రెండు యాక్షన్-ప్యాక్డ్ ఎంటర్టైనర్ల మధ్య న్యూఏజ్ కమర్షియల్ చిత్రం కోసం పని చేయడమెలా అనేది అన్వేషిస్తున్నాడు. అతను ఈ సంవత్సరం చివరి నాటికి అమర్ కౌశిక్, రాజ్ అండ్ డీకేలలో ఎవరో ఒకరితో స్క్రిప్టును లాక్ చేసి ముందుకు వెళతాడని తెలుస్తోంది. పోటీ ఎంత ఉన్నా ఫ్యామిలీమ్యాన్ మేకర్స్ కచ్ఛితంగా షారూఖ్ ని లాక్ చేయాలని పంతంతో ఉన్నట్టు తెలిసింది.
పఠాన్ 2 గురించి వివరాల్లోకి వెళితే… ఫిబ్రవరి లేదా మార్చి 2025 నాటికి ఈ భారీ స్పై యూనివర్స్ సాగా కోసం దర్శకుడిని యష్ రాజ్ అధినేత ఆదిత్య చోప్రా లాక్ చేస్తారని భావిస్తున్నారు. అప్పటికి నిర్మాత తన రచయితల టీమ్ శ్రీధర్ రాఘవన్ – అబ్బాస్ టైరేవాలాతో కలిసి సినిమాకు సంబంధించిన రచనా పనిని పూర్తి చేస్తాడు. షారుఖ్ ఖాన్ -అమర్ కౌశిక్ – దినేష్ విజన్ కలయిక సాధ్యపడితే అది రూ. 500 కోట్ల క్లబ్లోని కీప్లేయర్స్ అసోసియేషన్ గా గుర్తించవచ్చు.
చిరు vs బాలయ్య vs వెంకీ.. బిగ్ ఫైట్
టాలీవుడ్ సినిమా ఇండస్ట్రీ నుంచి ప్రతి సంక్రాంతి సీజన్ కి రెండు మూడు అంతకు మించి సినిమాలు వస్తూ ఉంటాయి. కనీసం ఇద్దరు స్టార్ హీరోల సినిమాలైనా సంక్రాంతికి విడుదల అవ్వడం చాలా సంవత్సరాలుగా మనం చూస్తూ వస్తున్నాం. ఈ మధ్య కాలంలో స్టార్ హీరోల సినిమాలతో పాటు చిన్న హీరోల సినిమాలు సైతం సంక్రాంతికి విడుదల అవ్వడం జరుగుతుంది. 2024 సంక్రాంతికి టాలీవుడ్ ప్రేక్షకుల ముందుకు మహేష్ బాబు నటించిన గుంటూరు కారం, వెంకటేష్ నటించిన సైంధవ్, నాగార్జున నటించిన నా సామి రంగ సినిమాతో పాటు తేజ, ప్రశాంత్ వర్మ ల హనుమాన్ సినిమా వచ్చింది.
బాలకృష్ణ, బాబీ కాంబోలో రూపొందుతున్న సినిమాను మాత్రం ఈ ఏడాది దసరాకు విడుదల చేయాలని భావించారు. కానీ బాలయ్య రాజకీయాలతో బిజీగా ఉండటం వల్ల షూటింగ్ ఆలస్యం అయింది. దాంతో డిసెంబర్ లో అయినా సినిమాను విడుదల చేయాలని భావించారు. కానీ డిసెంబర్ లోనూ సినిమా విడుదల చేయడానికి సరైన సమయం లేదు. అందుకే 2025 సంక్రాంతికి బాలయ్య సినిమాను విడుదల చేయాలని బాబీ భావిస్తున్నట్లు సమాచారం అందుతోంది. ఇప్పటికే సంక్రాంతి కోసం కర్చీఫ్ వేసేందుకు రెడీ అయ్యారు. ముగ్గురు టాలీవుడ్ సీనియర్ స్టార్ హీరోలు ఒకేసారి ప్రేక్షకుల ముందుకు వస్తే పరిస్థితి ఎలా ఉంటుందో అర్థం చేసుకోవచ్చు.
గత సంక్రాంతి సందర్భంగా యంగ్ స్టార్ హీరో ఒకరు కాగా, ఇద్దరు సీనియర్ స్టార్ హీరోలు ప్రేక్షకుల ముందుకు వచ్చారు. ఈసారి ముగ్గురు సీనియర్ స్టార్ హీరోలతో పాటు, ఇద్దరు యంగ్ హ ఈరోలు సైతం ప్రేక్షకుల ముంఉదకు వచ్చే అవకాశాలు ఉన్నాయి. ఈ ముగ్గురు హీరోల సినిమాలు బాక్సాఫీస్ వద్ద పోటీ పడటం దాదాపు కన్ఫర్మ్ అయింది. కచ్చితంగా బాక్సాఫీస్ వద్ద పెద్ద ఫైట్ ఉంటుందనే అభిప్రాయం వ్యక్తం అవుతోంది. సోషల్ మీడియాలో ఇప్పటికే ఆయా హీరోల ఫ్యాన్స్ మధ్య సినిమాల గురించి చర్చ మొదలు అయింది. ఈ ముగ్గురు సీనియర్ హీరోలు మూడు దశాబ్దాలుగా ఇండస్ట్రీలో స్టార్స్ గా కొనసాగుతూ వస్తున్నారు. కనుక వీరి సినిమాలు బాక్సాఫీస్ వద్ద పోటీ పడితే కచ్చితంగా అదో అరుదైన ఘట్టం అవుతుందనే అభిప్రాయం వ్యక్తం అవుతోంది.
శివకార్తికేయన్ 25.. హఠాత్తుగా ఈ మార్పులేంటి..?
ఈమధ్య కాలంలో లేడి డైరెక్టర్ గా మంచి గుర్తింపు తెచ్చుకున్న వారిలో సుధా కొంగరా ఒకరు. ముఖ్యంగా ఆకాశమే హద్దురా సినిమా మంచి ప్రశంసలు అందించింది. అలాగే గురు వంటి డిఫరెంట్ చిత్రాలను డైరెక్ట్ చేసి తనకంటూ ప్రత్యేకమైన గుర్తింపు తెచ్చుకున్నారు. ఇప్పుడు ఆమె దర్శకత్వంలో శివకార్తికేయన్ హీరోగా తెరకెక్కుతున్న పురాణనూరు అనే పీరియాడిక్ యాక్షన్ ఎంటర్టైనర్ పై మంచి అంచనాలు నెలకొన్నాయి.
ఈ ప్రాజెక్ట్ భారీ బడ్జెట్ తో నిర్మాణంలోకి రాబోతున్న ఈ సినిమా కోసం మొదట సూర్యను హీరోగా ఎంపిక చేయాలని నిర్ణయించారు. కానీ అనుకోని కారణాల వల్ల సూర్య ఈ ప్రాజెక్ట్ నుంచి తప్పుకోవడంతో, శివకార్తికేయన్ ప్రధాన పాత్రలోకి వచ్చాడు. ఇది శివకార్తికేయన్ కెరీర్లో అతని 25వ సినిమాగా నిలవనుంది. ఈ ప్రాజెక్ట్ పై ఆయన కూడా చాలా ఎగ్జైట్మెంట్ తో ఉన్నారు.
ఇక ప్రధాన విలన్ పాత్రకు మొదట తమిళ స్టార్ దర్శకుడు లోకేష్ కనగరాజ్ పేరు వినిపించింది. అయితే లోకేష్ సినిమా నుంచి తప్పుకోవడంతో, మలయాళ నటుడు రోషన్ మాత్యు ను విలన్ గా తీసుకున్నారు. ఈ కాస్టింగ్ మార్పులతో సినిమా మరింత ఆసక్తికరంగా మారింది. ఇక సినిమా రెగ్యులర్ షూట్ వచ్చే జనవరి నెలలో ప్రారంభం కానుంది. శివకార్తికేయన్ 25వ సినిమా కావడంతో ఈ ప్రాజెక్ట్ పై తమిళ, తెలుగు ప్రేక్షకుల్లో భారీ అంచనాలు ఉన్నాయి.
ఇక సినిమా శివకార్తికేయన్ కెరీర్ లో మరో మైలురాయిగా నిలవాలని దర్శకురాలు సుధా కొంగర భావిస్తున్నారు. మొత్తం మీద, పురాణనూరు తమిళ ఇండస్ట్రీతో పాటు పాన్ ఇండియా స్థాయిలో కూడా ప్రేక్షకుల అంచనాలను అందుకునేలా ఉంటుందని చిత్ర బృందం నమ్మకంగా ఉంది.
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Swag Movie Review
Swag is a 2024 Telugu language comedy-drama film written and directed by Hasith Goli. The film has Sree Vishnu, Ritu Varma & Meera Jasmine playing the lead roles while Daksha Nagarkar, Saranya Pradeep, Sunil, Ravi Babu, Getup Srinu, Goparaju Ramana, Harsh Roshan, Vadivukkarasi, Prudhvi Raj, Kadambari Kiran, Kireeti Damaraju, Vasu Inturi & others are seen in important supporting roles. The music is composed by Vivek Sagar while the film is produced by T.G. Vishwa Prasad under People Media Factory banner.
Story:
The movie centers on the Swaganika family and their vast fortune, which is awaiting the rightful heir to claim it. Sree Vishnu plays several characters across different generations, all of whom are trying to secure the family’s wealth. The story is about who will finally inherit the riches, with a meaningful message delivered at the conclusion.
Sree Vishnu hits the ball out of the park with his stellar performance in 5 different roles. The makers revealed only 4 in the trailer and the 5th role is a surprise twist in the film. He worked hard to highlight the differences between each character, which is clearly visible on screen. He also deserves credit for accepting a complex attempt like this but had the presentation been a bit more clear, this would have been a memorable film for him in his career.
Ritu Varma plays a strong role, bringing depth to the plot, especially at the start and the end. She impresses the audience with her ability to show both emotion and charm, making her character memorable. Meera Jasmine delivers a heartfelt performance with a well-written character that truly suits her age.
After being away from the screen for a while, she leaves a mark with her re-entry in Telugu, reminding the audience of her exceptional acting skills.
Daksha Nagarkar & Saranya Pradeep are pretty decent and do what is neatly expected of them in their limited portions.
Harsh Roshan, the child actor who played Sree Vishnu’s son in the second half impresses with his excellent performance in a very sensitive role.
Ravi Babu & Getup Srinu entertain the audience with their quirky one-liners while Sunil is wasted in a very small role.
Goparaju Ramana, Vadivukkarasi, Prudhvi Raj, Kadambari Kiran, Kireeti Damaraju, Vasu Inturi & others are okay in their respective parts.
What about off-screen talents?
The story by Hasith Goli has a very unique point with a fresh backdrop involving family heir and their generational wealth. But the plot is written in a very complex manner which is the biggest drawback of the film. Especially, the plot runs on a clueless note in the first half where scenes come and go in an unclear manner.
The screenplay is very confusing and the way the scenes are designed/written is very poor. There are many scenes in the film which don’t have a proper structure or outcome as they just come and go in a flash. The pace of the film is quite slow. The way the characters are introduced is pretty half-baked and there are a lot of logical mistakes in the film too.
For example, there is no reason or clarity given on why Meera Jasmine and Daksha Nagarkar were showcased in the past era. Director Hasith Goli had a decent script on paper but he failed to translate the same onto the big screens. The narrative style he has chosen is a big mistake as the different time periods aren’t conveyed on screen as he wanted them to be. His scenes look jaded and are very unclear.
Probably a more straightforward narrative would have been a lot better for the overall output. A few one-liners work well but apart from them, most of the dialogues are flat and do not leave any impact. The songs by Vivek Sagar are pretty ordinary but his background score is the film’s biggest strength in the technical department.
Especially his theme music at the interval scenes takes it to another level. The cinematography by Vedaraman Sankaran is good and his framing is on point. The edit by Viplav Nyshadam is poor. Almost about 20-30 minutes in the film could’ve been easily chopped off.
The production values of People Media Factory are grand.
What’s Hot?
* Sree Vishnu’s Performance
* Ritu Varma & Meera Jasmine’s Performances
* Superb Background Score
* Good Interval Sequence & Surprise Twist
* Decent Message At The End
What’s Not?
* Very Confusing & Weak Screenplay
* Poor Scene Designing
* Clueless Narrative & Weak Direction
* Dull & Boring First Half * Forgettable Songs
* Few Impactless Dialogues
* Lot Of Drag & Lengthy Run Time
* Older Look Make Up & Dubbing
Verdict:
Overall, Swag is a mediocre comedy-drama that had a fresh concept that could not be translated effectively onto the screens. The confusing narrative, half-baked scenes, and the clueless direction are the biggest drawbacks of the film that had a sincere effort from its leading man Sree Vishnu. There is a lot of SWAG, sorry DRAG in the film too.
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Actor Akhil has issued a strong condemnation in response to recent comments made by Minister Konda Surekha, deeming her statements as “irresponsible, offensive, and disgusting.” Akhil’s statement comes in the wake of Surekha’s controversial remarks, which he has described as “baseless, ridiculous, and socially harmful.”
The actor expressed his deep disappointment in Surekha’s actions, accusing her of disregarding social values and welfare. He criticized her behavior as “shameful and unforgivable,” particularly her alleged attacks on innocent individuals. Akhil emphasized his role as a concerned family member and declared his intention to speak out against such injustices.
Through his tweet, Akhil made a clear statement against the kind of behavior exhibited by Surekha. He asserted that there is no place in society for individuals who engage in such harmful actions. His words serve as a powerful message, calling for accountability and a more responsible approach to public discourse. As the controversy continues to unfold, Akhil’s statement has sparked widespread discussion and debate. It remains to be seen how Minister Surekha will respond to these allegations and whether the issue will escalate further.
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