Collections are Publicity Gimmicks @ Dookudu Producers
The last few days have been abuzz with the news of 'Dookudu' becoming all time industry hit surpassing 'Magadheera'. But the actual facts were shocking and 'Magadheera' still holds the No. 1 Position.
The Telugu version of Magadheera has collected around Rs 100 crores gross at the Box Office. However, 'Dookudu' which was expected to beat it going by the initial collections announced by it's producers, failed to do so. Though the makers still claim Dookudu is No 1 through the publicity in media, the truth came out when the Tax Officials came before them.
Immediately after the completion of first week, the producers of 'Dookudu' has announced a woofing Rs 50 crores gross. To have an edge over Dookudu, 'Oosaravelli' producers have announced a staggering Rs 56 crores as it's first week collections. However, the industry seniors were not apprehensive in saying that these collections are fake. "Most all these collections are fake. It's a ploy by the makers to lure audience to the theaters," said Thammareddy Bharadwaj.
Twist in the Tale: When the commercial tax officials questioned the producers about the tax they need to pay when they claim their films collected humongous amounts. The reaction from the producers is, "It's for the publicity".
Well, it lookslike the makers of Dookudu were determined to make their film a Industry hit - if not with the Box Office collections, atleast with the fake collections. What can Mahesh do other than blindly trusting his producers and dreaming that he has achieved a milestone in his career? Let's hope he teams up with some honest producers in future!!!
The Telugu version of Magadheera has collected around Rs 100 crores gross at the Box Office. However, 'Dookudu' which was expected to beat it going by the initial collections announced by it's producers, failed to do so. Though the makers still claim Dookudu is No 1 through the publicity in media, the truth came out when the Tax Officials came before them.
Immediately after the completion of first week, the producers of 'Dookudu' has announced a woofing Rs 50 crores gross. To have an edge over Dookudu, 'Oosaravelli' producers have announced a staggering Rs 56 crores as it's first week collections. However, the industry seniors were not apprehensive in saying that these collections are fake. "Most all these collections are fake. It's a ploy by the makers to lure audience to the theaters," said Thammareddy Bharadwaj.
Twist in the Tale: When the commercial tax officials questioned the producers about the tax they need to pay when they claim their films collected humongous amounts. The reaction from the producers is, "It's for the publicity".
Well, it lookslike the makers of Dookudu were determined to make their film a Industry hit - if not with the Box Office collections, atleast with the fake collections. What can Mahesh do other than blindly trusting his producers and dreaming that he has achieved a milestone in his career? Let's hope he teams up with some honest producers in future!!!
Charan's Orange Girl In Love With Yuvi?
Cricketer Yuvraj Singh is quite famous for two things- For his dynamic batting on crease and his dashing reputation among pretty girls. As smoothly as he drives the ball, he is equally smooth in driving his cupid arrows through the hearts of girls. Now, it is heard that he is clean bowled by the charms of a pretty starlet.
She is none other than Shahzahn Padamsee, the girl who was seen alongside Ramcharan in ‘Orange’. Buzz is that both Yuvi and Shahzahn have been spotted across many happening joints but they are taking care of arriving and leaving separately. There is also a talk that Yuvi has gone ahead and bagged a plump ad deal for Shahzahn shouldering away Soha Ali Khan. If that be true, there seems to be an interesting match on between this ‘Orange’ girl and the Red-blooded batsman.
She is none other than Shahzahn Padamsee, the girl who was seen alongside Ramcharan in ‘Orange’. Buzz is that both Yuvi and Shahzahn have been spotted across many happening joints but they are taking care of arriving and leaving separately. There is also a talk that Yuvi has gone ahead and bagged a plump ad deal for Shahzahn shouldering away Soha Ali Khan. If that be true, there seems to be an interesting match on between this ‘Orange’ girl and the Red-blooded batsman.
Prince @ Making Big Money Through Ads!
One does not exactly know how much Superstar Mahesh Babu has earned through his films, as he hardly did a movie or two in a year till now.May he will earn more now because he has decided to do more films a year hereafter.But according to grapevine, the Prince is making big money through endorsements for various commercials and FMCG products than doing films.
According to an estimate, his income could be anywhere around Rs 25 cr per year.Sources said Mahesh Babu is being flooded with endorsement offers. He has acted in advertisements for Idea Cellular, pain relief balm Amrutanjan, apparel brand Provogue, jewellery retailer Jos Allukas, ITC Vivel and mobile retailer Univercel.He commands around Rs 2.5 crore to Rs 4 crore per brand endorsement, which is almost equal to the remuneration charged by most of the popular Bollywood stars.Good going, Prince!
Oh! My Friend @ Premiere Shows talk
Siddharth-Dil Raju, the duo that involved in a blockbuster family entertainer Bommarillu, is back with Oh My Friend. The film has been carrying positive buzz among industry circles since the audio hit the stores. The film is about to release in a few hours for public viewing and few Premiere shows were screened for cine and political celebrities sometime back.
The reports from these shows are mixed. Some are giving stupendous feedback for the content and few are complaining about the dragging, too much melodramatic pre climax and climax portions. Even first half of the film got mixed reactions. They said it is average to good. People say that is has too many shades of 'hero-heroine-friendship' films like Iddaru Mitrulu, Vasantham and Jaane Tu Ya jaane Na.
Songs are said to be the major plus and Shruti Hassan is scoring few brownie points for her performance. On a whole the talk is ranging from average to hit from various sources and we have to see how general public would relate to the film. The success of this film will depend upon how the audience reacts to the final thirty minutes of the film, which seems like the crucial part to decide the fate of this film. Stay tuned for our detailed review on Oh My Friend.
The reports from these shows are mixed. Some are giving stupendous feedback for the content and few are complaining about the dragging, too much melodramatic pre climax and climax portions. Even first half of the film got mixed reactions. They said it is average to good. People say that is has too many shades of 'hero-heroine-friendship' films like Iddaru Mitrulu, Vasantham and Jaane Tu Ya jaane Na.
Songs are said to be the major plus and Shruti Hassan is scoring few brownie points for her performance. On a whole the talk is ranging from average to hit from various sources and we have to see how general public would relate to the film. The success of this film will depend upon how the audience reacts to the final thirty minutes of the film, which seems like the crucial part to decide the fate of this film. Stay tuned for our detailed review on Oh My Friend.
Dookudu @ 50 Days in Singapore
Mahesh Babu’s ‘dookudu’ has become a sensation all over the world. Creating a record of sorts in Tollywood, this movie is basking on the glory of success and is set to create one more record. Yes, the 50th day screening will officially take place in Singapore at Shaw Plaza on November 12.
As we already know, a grand function is also planned in Vijayawada. Buzz is that the lead artistes along with Super Star Krishna will be present on the occasion. This Mahesh Babu and Samanta starrer movie had got rave reviews and was highly successful at the box office. The film has its share of humor and punch which was blended with action sense to bring the best of Mahesh by director Sreenu Vytla. The response was overwhelming as we have witnessed.
As we already know, a grand function is also planned in Vijayawada. Buzz is that the lead artistes along with Super Star Krishna will be present on the occasion. This Mahesh Babu and Samanta starrer movie had got rave reviews and was highly successful at the box office. The film has its share of humor and punch which was blended with action sense to bring the best of Mahesh by director Sreenu Vytla. The response was overwhelming as we have witnessed.
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