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Khaleej Times
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Khaleej Times
Telangana announces Rs 10 million award for 'Naatu Naatu' singer Rahul Sipligunj
Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy has announced a cash reward of Rs 10 million for popular singer Rahul Sipligunj, who rose to global fame through the Academy Award-winning song Naatu Naatu in RRR. RRR is a 2022 epic period action drama film directed by SS Rajamouli, who co-wrote the screenplay with V Vijayendra Prasad. The government announced the cash reward to Sipligunj on the occasion of the Bonalu festival, the chief minister's office said. Reddy hailed Sipligunj as an inspiration for the youth of Telangana. Before getting elected as chief minister, Reddy had announced financial assistance of Rs 10 lakh to Sipligunj and assured that his government would honour the singer. Recently, during the Telangana Gaddar Film Awards, Reddy mentioned Sipligunj and stated that a government announcement would be made soon. Naatu Naatu was the first Telugu song to be nominated in the 'Original Song' category at the Oscars. It won the award, trumping big names such as Rihanna and Lady Gaga. The song was also released in Tamil as Naattu Koothu, in Kannada as Halli Naatu ', in Malayalam as Karinthol and in Hindi as Naacho Naacho. The composition by MM Keeravani, rendition by singers Rahul Sipligunj and Kaala Bhairava, choreography by Prem Rakshith, and lyrics by Chandrabose made the song a dance craze. RRR is a fictional story based on the lives of two Telugu freedom fighters, Alluri Seetharama Raju and Komaram Bheem. Ram Charan and NT Rama Rao Junior played the lead roles.
India Today
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
Rajamouli, wife Rama enjoy Brad Pitt's F1 at Hyderabad's Prasads theatre. Watch
Filmmaker SS Rajamouli, best known for blockbusters like 'Baahubali and 'RRR', was recently seen enjoying Hollywood star Brad Pitt's 'F1: The Movie' at Prasads Multiplex in Hyderabad. The cinema's official X handle (formerly Twitter) shared a video of the director exiting the theatre following the screening."The legendary SS Rajamouli garu visited Prasads PCX to experience the thrill of #F1TheMovie on the big screen and he loved every second of it (sic)," they captioned the post. advertisement (Video Credit: X/PrasadsCinemas)The film hit theatres on June 27 and is receiving glowing reviews from audiences, along with a strong box office performance.'F1' is based on the world of Formula One racing and follows a former racing driver who returns to the sport after three decades, determined to save his partner's team from by Joseph Kosinski, the film features an impressive cast including Damson Idris, Kerry Condon, Tobias Menzies, and Javier Bardem. Real-life F1 stars Lewis Hamilton, Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz also make special appearances in the movie.- EndsMust Watch
Pink Villa
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Will Mahesh Babu turn into Indiana Jones for SS Rajamouli's film? Alleged SSMB29 plot leak explored
SSMB29, starring Mahesh Babu in the lead role, is currently in the making under SS Rajamouli's direction. As more details about the movie are yet to be unveiled, a recent report has revealed its plot, and here's what it says. SSMB29: Mahesh Babu starrer's leaked plot According to a report by the Tanzanian portal, The Citizen, it read, 'Inspired by Indiana Jones and African adventure classics, the film follows a rugged explorer who sets out on a high-stakes mission through uncharted terrain, battling nature, mystery, and a powerful enemy to uncover a long-lost secret that could change the world.' As SSMB29 is currently in production, the movie is reported to begin shooting in East Africa with Mahesh Babu being joined by Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Prithviraj Sukumaran. The shoot for the jungle adventure movie is expected to take place in the Serengeti first, and later move towards the Southern parts of Africa. More about SSMB29 Talking about the magnum opus, SSMB29 is touted as one of the biggest cinematic ventures ever envisioned in Indian cinema. Aiming to portray a never-before-seen experience, the movie is speculated to be made on a budget of Rs 900-1000 crore. Initially, the film was said to be releasing in theaters as a two-parter with the shoot going up until the end of 2026 and hitting the big screens in 2027 and 2028, respectively. However, we at Pinkvilla exclusively reported that the makers have moved away from the decision and will release it as a single film, likely with a long runtime. Apart from Mahesh Babu, the adventure film will have Priyanka as the co-lead with actors like Prithviraj and R Madhavan in key roles. Recently, it was also reported that similar to Kurchi Madathapetti, Mahesh Babu will have a solo dance number in the SS Rajamouli directorial. The track is said to be a massy number with several dancers alongside him. Moreover, it has been speculated that Mahesh Babu has decided not to use any body doubles for the adventure movie and will do his own stunts.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Prabhas and Rana Daggubati's hilarious Baahubali banter breaks the internet after makers revisit iconic question
The SS Rajamouli directorial, 'Baahubali: The Epic', gears up for a grand re-release this October and nostalgia has taken over the internet. After the makers revisited the most iconic question in Indian cinema, "Why did kill ?" The official Baahubali X handle set the ball rolling with a cheeky twist, asking fans, "What if Kattappa didn't kill Baahubali?" This post led to a hilarious exchange between the film's leading men, and . Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Rana steps into Bhallaladeva mode Rana Daggubati instantly posted a response that immediately went viral. "I would have killed him instead," Rana wrote, perfectly capturing the menacing villain he portrayed in the franchise. The clever one-liner oozes villainy and reminds fans why Bhallaladeva is possibly one of the most famous villains of Indian cinema. Prabhas' royal comeback Prabhas, the hero everyone loves Amarendra Baahubali, shared Rana's insult on his Instagram story, and wrote a comeback response that only a king could say, "I let it happen Bhalla…. for this!" The caption came with the iconic poster for Baahubali: The Conclusion that proclaimed its legendary status, "No. 1 Blockbuster of Indian Cinema – Rs 1000+ Crores Worldwide." Fans responded with memes, GIFs, nostalgic throwbacks, and witty comments. About the film The upcoming film is considered a unique version, being a single edited version of the original franchise split into two parts, 'Baahubali: The Beginning' and 'Baahubali 2: The Conclusion' in all languages including Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam. The two films together brought in over Rs 2300 crore globally, ranking among the highest-grossing franchises in cinema history. Recently, at an event in Hyderabad, Rana Daggubati addressed the speculation of the runtime of the upcoming remastered version of 'Baahubali: The Epic'. He stated there is no way to confirm the final runtime except what director SS Rajamouli has, which he'll share once everything is "locked in."
News18
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
SS Rajamouli Reveals His Best Film And It's Not Prabhas-Starrer Baahubali
Last Updated: Coming to SS Rajamouli's Baahubali: The Beginning, the film recently completed 10 years. Director SS Rajamouli is known for his films Baahubali and RRR, which were huge hits at the box office. But his recent revelation will leave you shocked. The ace director mentioned that his favorite among his films is not the widely known epics but his 2012 fantasy action-thriller Eega. During a promotional event for the film Junior, SS Rajamouli was asked which film his favourite was in his filmography, and he replied, 'Eega, my best film." The film starred Nani and it revolved arounf him who gets murdered by a gangster Sudeep. He wished to get close to his girlfriend Samantha. The youth gets reborn as a housefly (Eega), and avenging his death. The film was released in 2012, and it was a blockbuster. Coming to SS Rajamouli's Baahubali: The Beginning, the film recently completed 10 years. For this special day, the cast and crew reunited in Hyderabad on July 10 to celebrate the milestone that not only created cinematic history but also turned Prabhas into a pan-India icon and global sensation. The anniversary celebration was attended by director SS Rajamouli, lead actors Prabhas and Rana Daggubati, along with Sathyaraj and other core team members. Music composer MM Keeravani, who recently lost his father, was also seen joining the emotional get-together. The official Baahubali social media page shared glimpses of the celebration, captioning the photos with heartfelt gratitude: 'What began as a dream turned into something far bigger than any of us could have imagined… This reunion was more than nostalgic — it brought back a flood of memories… Here's to the memories, the magic, and the epic that lives on." Commemorating the moment, SS Rajamouli announced that the franchise will return to theatres as a combined feature titled Baahubali: The Epic. He tweeted, 'Baahubali… The beginning of many journeys. Countless memories. Endless inspiration. It's been 10 years. Marking this special milestone with #BaahubaliTheEpic, a two-part combined film. In theatres worldwide on October 31, 2025." Apart from Prabhas and Rana Daggubati, the franchise also starred Anushka Shetty, Tamannaah Bhatia, Ramya Krishnan, and Nassar in pivotal roles. Baahubali: The Conclusion, released in 2017, went on to become one of the highest-grossing Indian films of all time. First Published: July 17, 2025, 12:30 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
