Padma Shri Row: Relief to Mohan Babu

In a minor relief to Dr Mohan Babu, Supreme Court on Thursday imposed stay on Andhra Pradesh High Court's order to Mohan Babu to return the Padma Shri title to government. The Apex court has asked the prosecution to file a petition on the issue. However, Supreme Court maintained that from now onwards, every Padma Awardee must be cautious and not to misuse the honorary award.

It may be recalled that BJP senior leader Indra Sena Reddy has filed a petition in AP High Court complaining that Mohan Babu "misused" Padma Award title by using it in film credits of Denikaina Ready. Acting on the complaint, HC asked both Mohan Babu and Brahmanandam to return their Padma Shri to government. However, Brahmanandam agreed to apologize and not to repeat the act. Mohan Babu moved Supreme Court over the matter. As of now, the matter is sub judice as SC is dealing the case.

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THE VISHNU JUGGERNAUT

Entrepreneur-actor-educationalist-philanthropist Manchu Vishnu dons motley hats in real life. Spanning a decade-long career in filmdom, it wasn't cake walk for the Manchu musketeer despite strong filmy background. Yes, it's a roller coaster ride. With three back-to-back stupendous hits-- Denikaina Ready, Doosukeltha and Pandavalu Pandavalu Thummeda-- under his belt, Vishnu juggernaut is riding high in his career. The Manchu scion is all set to clock one more hit to his credit with his next Rowdy.

Lanky Vishnu is usually reticent but when he chooses to speak, he doesn't mince his words. Few days ahead (releasing on April 4) of his upcoming film Rowdy, Gulte.com engages the man of the moment for an exclusive interview. In a candid chat-a-thon at his office MB Corp in Madhapur, Hyderabad on Tuesday morning, cool and composed Vishnu gets talking about several tricky issues industry is going through, his upcoming films, his loving father, his heroines, his guru Ram Gopal Varma and of course his much-anticipated film ROWDY. Excerpts:

Wearing Many Hats

Juggling with film production, acting and educational institutions might appear surprising for people outside my family. Since I grew up in atmosphere of films and educational institutions, neither education nor entertainment is a new jargon to me. And if you aks me to foray into something I'm unaware of (ex: Real estate), I won't as definitely I don't have any touch with it. To put it simply, a fish doesn't need to learn how to swim. Same way, education and entertainment are two regions which I reckon with. And to the rest of the fields, I'm a novice.

Rowdy

Varma garu and I had planned to do a comedy film at firt but it was put off as he later came up with the subject of Rowdy on condition of roping in dad Mohan Babu garu. Since my dad too want to see me in a full-fledged action role, we both came on board finally. I took up the role Krishna which I haven't portrayed till date. It is not exaggerated to say that Rowdy is going to be a landmark film in my career. I'll garner accolades, respect as an actor after Rowdy release. Sharing screen space with Jayasudha aunty and dad was fabulous experience. Scenes, on-screen relation between dad and Jayasudha aunty come in handy for Rowdy. I wish I do get such a heroine for me in days to come. The 11-minute action episode before interval was brilliantly shot. Background score elevates the film to the hilt. Unlike RGV's previous films, Rowdy has loads of sentiment which instantly connect with ladies and all walks of life. I bet audience shed tears while watching the second half of the film.

Relation with RGV

As I said in audio launch, RGV to me is just like how Dasari garu to dad (Dr Mohan Babu). I'm honoured to act under RGV's direction. Ramu garu and I will team up again for an action-thriller soon. The movie will go onto floors after wrapping up promotions of Rowdy. If all goes well, we do have plans to come up with a sequel for Rowdy. Rowdy 2 is on cards.

Business

This is the first film of mine which has got a great demand in abroad as well as in India. In order to control distributors we even hiked our prices but that is not stopping them to demand for distribution rights. We ourselves stepped into overseas distribution for the first time. AMC Empire 25 is my favourite theatre in America where I watch out many Hindi, English films. I always dreamt of screening of my film in the theatre. This turned out to be real with Rowdy as it will be releasing in AMC Empire 25.

Best Compliment

During recent press conference in Vizag, RGV told media persons on record "Vishnu is the best actor I've ever worked". This is the one big compliment I'd cherish for the rest of my life. The release dates of Dhee and Vasthadu Naa Raju also has a place in my heart.

Shy Guy

I'm shy guy and I am not very much comfortable acting with my on screen ladies except Hansika. Since Hansika is my best friend, I'm very comfortable sharing screen space with her. Shanvi is so sweet and we carried off well. The romantic scenes between Shanvi and me were aesthertically shot.

Socially Inactive

Unlike my other family members, I'm not a social guy. I'm a private man and I'd like to be so. After my Twitter account got hacked, I didn't want to . Rather I want to put my energies on my career. May be after six months or a year, I might reconcile to comeback to Twitter, Facebook platform to make happy my fan base.

No Regional Barriers

Rowdy might be set in Rayalaseema backdrop, that doesn't mean I'm in favour of any region. I'm an Indian and would support a pan-India ideology. I was born in Chennai, studied in Tirupathi and working in Hyderabad. I'm equally attached with every one of this locale. Even if I go to Chennai now, many people there own me as a Tamil guy. 

Kollywood Calling

By the end of this year, I'll be doing a Tamil film. If I get impressive, lucrative offer in Bollywood, I don't have qualms to test waters there. I'm open to go places. Being an actor, I want to explore all things.

Cinema in next 10 years

Telugu Cinema and Indian Cinema are set to undergo tremendous change. I could see a techonological revolution in store for Indian Cinema in the next ten years and Tollywood play a significant role in it.

Parting Shot

All I'd like to tell audiences that Rowdy is going to live up to all the expectations. In short, RGV will be back with a bang. Dad will steal the show whereas I'll go to the next level in my career with this Rowdy. Hope people won't encourage piracy.

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Fresh Controversy hits Mohan Babu's Rowdy

Quite unexpected this is, but a political JAC from Norther Andhra is now breathing fire on Mohan Babu's forthcoming film 'Rowdy'. Accusing that the title of the flick, and the content of the movie are spoilers of society, these JAC leaders announced their plans of halting the movie's release.
 
"Crime rate laced with factionist attitude and criminal intent is going up in society only due to influence of movies, especially made by director Ram Gopal Varma," says a political JAC. "He showed Mohan Babu as a factionist and the flick might trigger unwanted feuds in state at the time of elections," the JAC leaders added. Protesting against Ramu's violent flicks and his most recent 'Rowdy', Northern Andhra political JAC warned to stall the release of the movie. They stated that if Censor Board fails to act on the movie then they are going to stage a protest in front of theatres to hold the screening of this flick.
 
Blaming on movies for everything that happens on silver screen is something analysts from either side will not accept. If there is something really objectionable, then there are censor boards, courts and human rights commission, but these JACs should not create a ruckus is what many are saying. Let us see how Mohan Babu and Ramu respond to the controversy.

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Rowdy music review: Spell-binding

Cast: Mohan Babu, Jayasudha, Manchu Vishnu, Shanvi
Direction: Ram Gopal Varma
Music: Sai Karthik
Lyrics: Kasarla Shyam
Producers: R. Vijay Kumar, P. Gajendra, and M. Parthasarathi
Audio Label: Puri Sangeet
Rating: 3.5/5
The music of Mohan Babu-Jayasudha-Manchu Vishnu starrer Rowdy has been unveiled by T-town biggies last night at a grand gala ceremony held at Sree Vidyaniketan institutions in Tirupati. Curious to know our verdict on the film's album? Check this out.

Rowdy's music album, composed by Sai Karthik, comprises 5 songs- "Ammorini Minchina Ayyavu Nuvve...Ayyorini polchina Annavu Neeve...Maa Gudisello Deepam Nuvve...Maa Adugullo Jadavu Nuvve", "Oo Bullemma......Jara Kanchi Pathu Cheera Katti Thayarundamma Nee Kaallu Thokkostha", "Anna...Anna...Thappo Oppo Lekka Cheyyadu" (Theme Song), "Nee Meeda Othu..Na Prema Meeda Othu..Nakosam Ninnu kanna Ee Seema Meeda Othu", "Adi Ra...Seema Lekka"

Music director Sai Karthik, who rendered music for Krishna Vamsi-Nani's Paisa, has scored more brownie points with Rowdy album. All the numbers of the film are equally racy and soothing. Especially the song "Oo Bullemma..." is one of the highlight songs of this album and expected to turn out as chartbuster. The stills of the song are teasing, kicking anticipation to watch out the song. Since Jayasudha shaking her legs after two decades and that too grooving with Mohan Babu, is grabbing many eyeballs. Melodious tune "Nee Meeda Othu..." is music to ears whereas "Ammorini Minchina Ayyavu Nuvve..." is montage song which lived up to film's hype. Lyrics by Kasarla Shyam, for all the five songs, are catchy and sinking with the tunes. Despite having young music composer Sai Karthik on board, the album has all elements to top the charts. Ram Gopal Varma's mark is conspicuous in the songs. 

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Coming Soon: Mohan Babu's Political Press Meet

Recently we have seen Powerstar Pawan Kalyan venturing into active politics once again by kick starting his 'Jana Sena'and for that he initiated a huge meeting with fans and media where he breathed fire heavily on Congress and TRS for their divisive politics. It seems like another star Telugu actor now wants to hit Telugu people with similar kind of stunning whistle-blowing political press meet.
 
'From some time I'm controlling myself and my self-consciousness to stay calm and cool. But will let out all my true inner feelings soon', said Mohan Babu, the other day while interacting with media at Tirumala. Dialogue King minced no words to breathe fire on some corrupted leaders. 'What is the financial status of this person before becoming MLA, after becoming MLA, Minister and Chief Minister? Will speak about everything soon’, Mohan Babu stressed. So, who is going to get blasted by the straight forward film actor known for his frank remarks? No doubt, his sudden decision is going to blow the lids of many unexposed sharks in political scenario of two Telugu speaking states.
 
From a time, Mohan Babu is expected to take dive into politics again, but he is refraining himself from joining any political outfit. Also political parties are literally shivering with fear because he never cares even to self-criticize and then score goals with his penchant for truth. Seems like he will seen burst out open, like what Pawan Kalyan did last Friday, and will announce his plans. Watch this space for updates. 

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Trailer Talk: Manchu 'Rowdy' Is Intriguing

Once again Ram Gopal Varma proved that there is no one second to him to deliver an intense drama coupled with loads of emotions and violence. We have seen that in Sarkar and Rakta Charitra, and now imagine Manchu family filling in that space.
 
Featuring Manchu heroes, Mohan Babu and Vishnu, director RGV has come up with 'Rowdy' that is spectacularly thrilling. The two minute trailer speaks it all for Manchu heroes, as Mohan Babu and Vishnu dominate each other with their spine chilling serious looks. Set in the backdrop of Rayalaseema factionists, undoubtedly Ramu is to his career best if we have to judge him by the trailer. The way even Jayasudha was made sound like a factionist is what makes the movie more intriguing. Dialogues are also going to play key role, with Mohan Babu and Vishnu talking less, crisp and straight.
 
Apart from the actors and director, it is background score by Sai Karthik that beats rust from the years with its terrific elevation to the scenes. Also cinematography by Satish looks commendable. Catch up with 'Rowdy' trailer to get yourself immersed with yet another dramatic movie. 

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Pandavulu Pandavulu Tummeda Movie Review

Pandavulu Pandavulu Tummeda

Rating:3.5/5

Cast: Mohan babu , Manchu Vishnu , Manoj , Hansika , Pranitha , Raveena Tandon , Brahmanandam ,Vennela Kishore and Others

Directed by : Srivaas

Produced by : Manchu Vishnu, Manoj

Banner :Lakshmi Prasanna Pictures, 24 Frames Factory

Music by : Baba Sehgal, Achu & Keeravani

Release Date : 2014-01-31

Pandavulu Pandavulu Tummeda Movie Review:

PPT: Pitch-perfect comedy Timing!

Pandavalu Pandavalu Thummeda (PPT), touted as Manchu clan's multi-starrer, has garnered great buzz ever since it hit the floors. The movie marks the comeback of veteran actor Mohan Babu in a lead role, nearly after a decade. It also showcases Manchu Manoj in a never-before-seen role Mohini (draped in a sari). Director Dasari Narayana Rao donned grease paint after a while for a hilarious cameo. All these aspects created enough hype around the film. Let's sneak into the film to see how far they fetched!

Plot: Crisply, the movie is all about Naidu's (Mohan Babu) family and his five "orphan" sons Pandavalu- Vijju (Vishnu), Ajay (Manoj), Varun Sandesh and (Lucky) Tanish. 

Mohan Babu (Naidu) is a foster, doting father to Manoj, Varun Sandesh and Tanish whereas Raveena is foster, caring mother to Vishnu and Vennela Kishore. With a sudden turn of events, both the two single families club to form a large family. Like any other family, it too goes through its rough phase. Yet, they brushes off their differences soon and gets united. Thanks to Honey (Hansika) who played pivotal role in family's union. Hansika has a troublesome background that pushes her into neck-deep difficulties. How Naidu's family steps in to save the girl (Honey)? What are the hurdles that come in between form the film.

Performances: The film's stellar cast-Mohan Babu, Vishnu, Manoj, Raveena Tandon, Hansika, Pranitha- is the big asset for the film. Of course, their pitch-perfect performances carry of the film totally. For Mohan Babu, Vishnu and Manoj essaying these characters is like a piece of cake. Everyone fit the bill and gave their best performances. After a longtime, one could watch Mohan Babu flexing his muscle and doing a jig. Yes, he enthralls us with his trademark acts and dialogue-delivery.

Vishnu is natural at his acting and does his best. One could watch the most stylish Vishnu as a gambler in the film. Vishnu's chemistry with Hansika worked out well and does magic again. Perhaps, it's a record that Vishnu-Hansika scored three hits in a row. 

Manchu Manoj, who showcases myriad variations in his character, deserve a pat on his back. Especially, his lady getup Mohini steals the show. Manoj, who did it with so ease, bags extra brownie points. Pranitha's glam show, Brahmanandam's humour touch are icing on the cake.

Direction: Director Srivas has hit a jackpot with this out-and-out entertainer. With a good star cast , it's a cake walk for Srivas.

Music: Music by Baba Sehgal, Achu and Keeravani is soothing and easy on ears. Lyrics are equally good.

Technical aspects: Songs, scenes shot against picturesque foreign locales (Bangkok) are visual treat.

Analysis:  After Denikaina Ready and Doosukeltha, Manchu Vishnu has clocked a hat-trick hit. The film is totally engaging and funny. Director and writers tactically got the nerve of Telugu audiences- the film tickles your funny bone to the hilt. After all, that's what common audience expect.

If director could have avoided few cliches, minor editing errors and predictable twists, the movie could have become a classic comedy.

On whole, the movie is a breathe of fresh air with right doses of comedy, sentiment, romance, action. But the only disappointment for Manchu fans is they will sure miss Manchu Lakshmi. Wish, director Srivas should have penned a well-conceive role for Lakshmi. 

Bottom line: The film has all the elements to satiate your hunger. Watching PPT (Pandavalu Pandavalu Tummeda) is treating yourself as it gives you a new experience altogether.

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