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Tom and Jerry

2006-12-26T07:00:00.000-08:00

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Nuvvu Naku Nachav

2006-12-22T23:43:00.001-08:00

Rakhi - Review

2006-12-22T21:04:00.000-08:00

Rakhi - Anti Women Crime

Even as crimes against women are on the rise, the number of policewomen available to tackle these cases is woefully inadequate. A comment by - TEJDEEP KAUR MENON.

Crimes Against Women (CAW)
traditionally includes rape, kidnapping and abduction, dowry death, torture, molestation, sexual harassment, importation of girls, cases under the Immoral Traffic (Prevention) Act, Sati Prevention Act, Dowry Prohibition Act, Indecent representation of Women (Prevention) Act.

In 1999, a total of 1,35,771 such cases were reported.

The main theme of the story was taken from above message " CAW " , there are plenty of laws, but there are plenty of loop holes in this laws, so plenty of culprits were escaping from the laws.

So jrNtr's Rakhi has taken a good subject for the movie.

Story :

Rama Krishna alias Rakhi (NTR) wants to join the railways and become a station master. He has a adoring sister and a caring father. He has a heart of gold and is very attached to his sister. His sister is married to a prospective NRI software engineer. However, tragically in-laws burn her alive. The rest of the story is all about how Rakhi avenges death of not only his sister, but all those women who are tortured by men.

Highlights of the movie :

1. Ntr Performance is the big asset of this film and krishna vamsis direction.

2. Zara Zara song has new look and never before in Ntr Movie's

3. The Ntr's action before the interval scene is superb and after the marriage of her sister he will run with car talking to her sister and at last the Court scene i.e Mainly dialogues were superb.

4. Ntr has some have came out of the mass image by this film by accepting the words like Bondam, Fatty etc.

5. Ileana's Performance is excellent, the scene when accepting the hero's marriage with another girl. she acted very well.

6. Sunil and Brahmanandam comedy scenes were good .

7. Title's of the movie was superb, They have shown all the famous women.

Back drop's :

1. NTR has increased his weight, that is visible clearly during songs.

2. Length of the film, its too big and I hope 5 songs is enough for this film.

3. Second half is lacking entertainment, it's full of action.

4. The villain role is very weak , there is no scope for performance.

5. The Police Escorting to the hero to kill the villain.

Overall the movie was good and its the new appeal of the jr Ntr to the family audience, fans of the Jr.Ntr may disappoint but the normal audience may enjoy the film.

Anandam

2006-12-21T08:00:00.000-08:00

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Rakhi - Preview

2006-12-20T23:13:00.000-08:00

Movie : Rakhi

Director : Krishnavamsi

Producer : Durga Arts

Music Devi Sri Prasad

Cast NTR, Ileana, Charmi

The countdown for the release of NTR’s much awaited film Rakhi has begun. The film was censored on Tuesday and the local CBFC body has cleared the film without a single cut. It was awarded U/A for its mild violence.

Rakhi is crucial film for both-its hero NTR and director Krishnavamsi who are going through rough patch. Both their last three films were big flops at box-office. So they have worked hard to run on the success track again with this film.

Rakhi or Rakshabandhanam is the embodiment of brother-sister relationship. The basic theme of the film reflects the spirit of Rakhi, and hence this title. NTR plays Ramakrishna, a simple village youth and his friends call him Raki. So both the title and his character are pronounced by same.

His sister is killed by her in-laws for dowry. This provokes Rakhi and he not only decides to take revenge but fight for the welfare of womenfolk in the state. How he brings a revolution in the state with the help of women is the crux of the film.

Krishnavamsi is known for deft handling thought-provoking films like Sindhuram and Khadgam. His romantic entertainers like Ninne Pelladatha set new records. In Rakhi, he has tried to mix romance and sentiments with a strong message.

NTR has two glam dolls – Illeana and Charmi in the film. They are sure to set the screens on fire with their sizzling performance. The foot tapping numbers of Devi Sri Prasad are another big asset of Rakhi.

Rakhi is produced by successful production company, Durga Arts. It hits on the screens on December 22nd.

Source: Sify

Superstar Shaved his head for the Climax Scene

2006-12-20T22:23:00.000-08:00

Rajni in different style, I hope there is no such get up in the rajni's movie before .

Titanic

2006-12-20T05:02:00.000-08:00

My Heart will go do

Manmathudu

2006-12-20T04:32:00.001-08:00

Rakhi Photos

2006-12-20T02:03:00.000-08:00

Everything is set for grand release of NTR and Krishnavamsi’s Rakhi. The film will be released with 250 prints. Speaking to the media today (December 19, 2006), producer K L Narayana said Rakhi to be released with 10 prints in USA it would be the highest in NTR’s films.

He also informed that Ileana is playing the role of a TV Channel reporter while Charmi appears as village belle.

“Both of them are integral to the story. They are not just mere glamour dolls,” he said.

“When Krishnavamsi narrated the story we were moved by it and immediately planned to go ahead. After seeing the film, I can say he’s shot more beautiful. It looks more gripping. I am sure it will be milestone film in NTR’s career,” he said delightedly.

The film was censored on Monday. “I am happy that the film got U/A certificate without any cuts,” Narayana told to the media.

He also seemed happy with Devisri Prasad’s music topping the chartbusters now.

After experiencing tremendous success in audio, Jr NTR's & Krishna Vamsi's 'RAKHI' is all set to release on 22nd December 2006 with clean U/A certificate from Censor board. FICUS Entertainment is proud to announce the release of 'RAKHI' in overseas with 15 prints. This is first time ever for Jr NTR's movie to release with 15 Prints in overseas and also opening in 10 Centers in USA.

Telugu Tejam: A Tribute to Legend NTR

2006-12-19T04:31:00.000-08:00

Kirat opposite NTR in 'Yamadonga'

2006-12-19T04:25:00.000-08:00

Kirat Bhattal who acted in Dongodi Pelli is all set to act opposite NTR in Rajamouli’s ambitious socio-fantasy flick, Yamadonga. She is to play the second heroine. Though she’s not signed on the dotted line, Kirat is almost confirmed.

NTR will have six glamour girls to shake legs with in the film. While Mamata Mohandas is the heroine, there will be three ‘established’ heroines playing as Rambha, Urvashi and Menaka. (Pravathi Melton, Navaneet Kaur, Kamna Jethmalini are consideration for these roles).

The producers Urmila Gangaraju and Cherry are planning to release the film July 9th, on Simhadri's release date. But the release date depends on the graphical work finishing on time. It's just a plan.

Mohan Babu plays Yamadharamaraju, while Brahamanandma is playing the role of Chitragupta. Naresh will be seen as Narada.

Source : TeluguCinema

Tom and Jerry Nitt - Witty and Kitty

2006-12-19T04:15:00.000-08:00

Joe Barbera, Tom and Jerry creator, dies

2006-12-19T04:04:00.000-08:00

JOE Barbera, half of the Hanna-Barbera animation team that produced such beloved cartoon characters as Tom and Jerry, Yogi Bear and the Flintstones, has died, a Warner Bros. spokesman said. He was 95.

Barbera died yesterday of natural causes at his home with his wife, Sheila, at his side, spokesman Gary Miereanu said.

With his longtime partner, Bill Hanna, Barbera first found success creating the highly successful Tom and Jerry cartoons. The antics of the battling cat and mouse went on to win seven Academy Awards, more than any other series with the same characters.

The partners, who had first teamed up while working at MGM in the 1930s, went on to a new realm of success in the 1960s with a witty series of animated TV comedies, including "The Flintstones," "The Jetsons," "Yogi Bear," "Scooby-Doo" and "Huckleberry Hound and Friends."

Their strengths melded perfectly, critic Leonard Maltin wrote in his book "Of Mice and Magic: A History of American Animated Cartoons." Barbera brought the comic gags and skilled drawing, while Hanna brought warmth and a keen sense of timing.

"This writing-directing team may hold a record for producing consistently superior cartoons using the same characters year after year -- without a break or change in routine," Maltin wrote.

"From the Stone Age to the Space Age and from prime time to Saturday mornings, syndication and cable, the characters he created with his late partner, William Hanna, are not only animated superstars, but also a very beloved part of American pop culture. While he will be missed by his family and friends, Joe will live on through his work," Warner Bros. Chairman and CEO Barry Meyer said yesterday.

Hanna, who died in 2001, once said he was never a good artist but his partner could "capture mood and expression in a quick sketch better than anyone I've ever known."

The two first teamed cat and mouse in the short "Puss Gets the Boot." It earned an Academy Award nomination, and MGM let the pair keep experimenting until the full-fledged Tom and Jerry characters eventually were born.

Jerry was borrowed for the mostly live-action musical "Anchors Aweigh," dancing with Gene Kelly in a scene that becomes a screen classic.

After MGM folded its animation department in the mid-1950s, Hanna and Barbera were forced to go into business for themselves. With television's sharply lower budgets, their new cartoons put more stress on verbal wit rather than the detailed -- and expensive -- action featured in theatrical cartoon.

The Hanna-Barbera studio eventually became a subsidiary of Great American Communications Co, and in 1991 it was purchased by a partnership including Turner Broadcasting System, which used the studio's library when it launched cable TV's Cartoon Network in 1992.

The influence of Hanna-Barbera was felt for decades. In 2002 and again in 2004, characters from the cartoon series "Scooby-Doo" were brought to the big screen in films that combined live actors and animation.

"Joe's contributions to both the animation and television industries are without parallel -- he has been personally responsible for entertaining countless millions of viewers across the globe," said friend, colleague and Warner animation President Sander Schwartz.

Neither Hanna, born in 1910, nor Barbera, born in 1911, set out to be cartoonists. Barbera, who grew up in the New York City borough of Brooklyn, originally went into banking. Soon, however, he turned his doodles into magazine cartoons and then into a job as an animator.

Hanna, who had studied engineering and journalism, originally went into animation because he needed a job.

Funeral arrangements were pending, Miereanu said. In addition to his wife, the animator is survived by three children from a previous marriage, Jayne, Neal and Lynn.

Shanghai Daily News

Meera Jasmine to wed S J Suryah

2006-12-18T23:18:00.000-08:00

This year seems to be teeming with star marriages. Now, one more star couple have fallen into the net of love. S J Suryah's name was paired with his lead actresses like Nila and Bhumika, and the latest in the list is Meera Jasmine.

The two are acting together in tamil movie 'Thirumagan' and love seems to have blossomed! To prove that this more than mere gossip, the two are supposed to have got secretly engaged, according to reliable sources.

Meera has made it clear that Lokidas was a father figure to her and she distanced herself totally from him and then the Meera Jasmine and Surya romance came to light. It is to be noted that both belong to the Christian faith.

In tamil Movie'Vyabari' directed by Sakthi Chidambaram, Suryah has 3 heroines Tamana, Malavika and Namitha. There is no connection between this film and Meera Jasmine but she participated in the inaugural function and felicitated Suryah.
One could argue that he was her co-actor in another film, so she attended the function.

But Meera was in Kerala at that time and she flew down specially for the function, making their love quite evident.

They are to be married in the coming auspicious month of 'thai.'

NTR fans celebrate Rakhee

2006-12-18T23:10:00.000-08:00

The film Rakhee with Young Tiger NT Ramarao in the lead is getting tremendous publicity. The audio of the film was released in a different way recently. Directed by Krishna Vamsi, with NTR, Ileana and Charmme in the lead, the film has sister sentiment in its story.

After the release of the audio, the publicity of the film has taken a novel stride. The fans of NTR are celebrating functions across the State and they are utilising the girls schools and women's colleges for the purpose of publicity.

Distribution of Rakhees and receiving Rakhees from girls formed part of the publicity. Moreover, there was good coverage of such functions in the television media on such functions.

The girls are also praising NTR for doing a film with sister sentiment, which is very rare in films. The fans are sending a message across the State that each brother should be like a Rakhee.

The film, which had high expectations, is all set for release on December 22. One had to wait and watch how far the film would reach these expectations.

Leela Mahal Center

2006-12-18T22:10:00.000-08:00

Stay tuned ...

Audio’s fight to finish

2006-12-18T22:08:00.001-08:00

Sainikudu and Khatarnak results are already out. The only big films left are Rakhi, Annavaram, Yogi etc. the audios are already out and the only audio left is Desamuduru.

This might come out on December 24th. Chakri has scored music for the film. Once it’s out we can have a fair idea as to whose film is placed where atleast in the music field. Since Maharadhi’s audio was out long time back the competition is between Ananvaram and Rakhi. The music in both the film is good but we will know the result only after the film releases in a couple of days.

Teja’s hopes on Laxmi Kalyanam

2006-12-18T22:04:00.000-08:00

Teja changed tracks after Chitram, Nuvvu Nenu and Jayam. His experiments failed and now after a longtime one says he is coming up with Laxmi Kalyanam with Kalyanram which is on the lines of Jayam.

The film is based on a village backdrop with a surrounding wedding mood. He has introduced Kajal and hopes his discovery will herald a new beginning for him.

Six heroines in NTR film

2006-12-18T21:53:00.000-08:00

Student No 1 and Simhadri were the films that Rajamouli directed for NTR. Now after along time the duo will be working in Yamadonga.

It’s a socio fantasy film and Mohan Babu is playing the role of Yama in the movie. While that is a bonus another interesting news is that there are six heroines in the film. While there are three main heroines another three young ladies will be roped in for Rambha Urvasi and Menaka’s roles. Rajamouli is on a success streak.

Okka Magadu - One and Only Shooting started yesterday

2006-12-18T21:34:00.000-08:00

Okka Magadu regular shooting was started yesterday in Padmalya Studios, Hyderabad on 18th December. A song is being Picturised between Balakrishna and Anushka and another song will be picturised in the December and the talky portion of the movie will begin from January 2007.

Manisarma is composing the scores. On 28th April Movie will be released. Simran, Anuska, Nisha Kothari are the heroines of this Crazy Movie.

Classmates Photos

2006-12-18T20:50:00.000-08:00

Here are some cool photos of Sumanth's new film Classmates, see and enjoy.

Sreesanth dancing after hitting Nel for a six

2006-12-18T04:30:00.000-08:00

India secure historic win

India stormed to one of their most memorable wins of all time amid historic scenes at the Wanderers, wrapping up a comprehensive 123-run victory on the fourth day of the first Test. Anil Kumble led an efficient mop-up operation, just as he'd done six months ago in another momentous game at Kingston, and put to rest a 14-year bogey of never winning a Test in South Africa.

Ashwell Prince resisted with a battling 97, and briefly threatened to pull off a miracle with the energetic Shaun Pollock, but eventually South Africa saving this game, let alone winning it, was a bridge too far. Pollock tried to hoick across the line once too often to the unrelenting Kumble - just like Dwayne Bravo had on the tense final dayat Kingston , heralding the end - and saw any remaining hope dashed, with the ball dislodging the off bail.

A couple of zipping deliveries from Kumble accounted for two more wickets - Andre Nel was late on a fizzing flipper while Prince had no answer to a yorker-length ball that rattled the base of leg stump. Zaheer returned, along with the new ball, to finish it off with Makhaya Ntini ballooning a simple catch to Virender Sehwag running from point to cover. It was a moment that signaled the breaking of a barrier and for the second time in as many Tests India's cricketers had etched their names in the history books.

Here is one of the cool exciting moment of the first ever test match win against South Africa in South Africa

Yogi - A feel that never ends.

2006-12-18T04:08:00.000-08:00

Anaganaga Okaroju

2006-12-18T04:01:00.001-08:00

EVV to tickle you again

2006-12-16T10:21:00.000-08:00


After Kitakitalu, EVV Satyanarayana is coming again with yet another comedy film with his son Allari Naresh as the hero. The film Atthili Satti LKG will commence shooting from the new year day onwards. Atthili Satti is a character taken from Vikramarkudu and EVV says the film is a wholesome entertainer. LKG is the tagline which means the degree of the character in the film

source : andhracafe.com

'Rakhi' the No.1 Audio of the week

2006-12-16T09:25:00.000-08:00

Director-composer duo Krishna Vamsi and Devisri Prasad has delivered a top hit with 'Rakhi'.

The top five Telugu albums are:

1. 'Rakhi' - From last week the Rakhi - Highly inflammable has bounced back to No.1 position from last week 4th position . Composer Devi Sri Prasad comes back with good music , He has given nice tunes to this album, ' Raakhee Raakhee' and ' Zara Zara' are nice songs, and the audio is full of mass songs.

2. 'Maharathi' - Maharathi has lost the first position to second due to delay in the release of the movie after the audio release.Kannada composer Guru Kiran has arrived with a bang in Telugu cinema with this album. 'Uppu chapa pappu charu' and 'Mangamma Mangamma' have enthralled Balakrishna's huge fan following.

3. 'Khatarnack' - Khatarnack has lost the 2nd position when compared to last week to 3rd position,after the movie release the movie has not reached upto the expectation that's the reason of its downfall ,but Keeravani have given lively album. After 'Vikramarkudu', he seems to have given another musical hit for actor Ravi Teja. 'Bujji paapa' and 'Dhomu kodithe' are reaching their targeted mass listeners.

4. 'Sainikudu': Sainikudu has lost the 3rd position when compared to last week to 4th position. Composer Harris Jayaraj's peppy album has gained popularity with the younger generation. Director Gunasekar's insistence on fast-paced numbers, however, has shackled the talented musician's creativity. 'Bylamo Bylamo' and 'Sogasu Chudatharama' are the pick of the lot.

5. 'Aadhi Lakshmi' - The audio's sale must have disappointed music director Chakri. 'Nuvve naa celphone' and 'Rojuko muddu', however, have proved to be catchy numbers.

Sonia Agarwal-Selvaraghavan marriage Photos

2006-12-16T00:46:00.000-08:00

The much hyped and much awaited wedding of director Selvaraghavan with actor Sonia Agarwal took place yesterday morning at Raja Mutiah Hall, Egmore.

The star pair has delivered a few memorable films together. Selva and Sonia were the toast of the media for a long time. They decided to get married recently, adding to the long list of star weddings in Kollywood.

Selva's parents director Kasthooriraja and his mother Vijayalakshmi Kasthooriraja, sisters Dr Vimala Geetha and Karthika, brother Dhanush and his wife Aishwarya welcomed the guests.

Celebrities including Rajinikanth with his wife Latha (also the in-laws for Selva’s brother Dhanush), Manirathnam with wife Suhasini, Jayam Raja, Lingusamy, Priyadarshan, Santhanabharathy, Aravind Krishna, Vairamuthu, Sivakumar with son Karthi, Srikanth, Sneha, Sandhya, Na. Muthukumar, Yuvan Shankar Raja, Udhayanidhi, Vijay’s wife Sangeetha, Sreeman, Murali, Manjula with Preetha Vijayakumar, Vinu Chakravarthy, Ram Kumar, KRG and Ravi Raghavendra attended the wedding and conveyed their wishes to the newly weds. Dhanush and Aishwarya were as cheerful as ever, sharing some light-hearted moments with Selva now and then.

Sonia looked dazzling as the bride. She looked much like a Tamil bride and the wedding was performed in a traditional manner.

We wish Selvaraghavan and Sonia Agarwal a long and happy married life.

Rakhee with Mom-Sis sentiment

2006-12-15T23:32:00.000-08:00

Rakhee is all set for marquee hit on December 22. Made on Durga Arts, the movie starring NTR, Ileana, Charmme, is coming under the direction of creative director Krishnavamsi. Producer K.L. Narayana said that both NTR and Krishnavamsi have done their best to bring out a productive output. "I don't need to mention their hard work. The story holds great strength. The hero makes a big sacrifice for his sister and this factor forms a major twist in the movie. Apart from this sister sentiment, you also have a strong and memorable mother sentiment, but certainly it's not a routine one. Another special point is that NTR will not appear as hero or star in the movie, but as a person known to all – a boy next door." He further said that the audio has generated very good response in the market and it is very encouraging to one and all in the unit.

Sankranti – a time of testing for Tollywood

2006-12-15T23:20:00.000-08:00

The Telugu film industry is sitting on a ticking time bomb - a slew of films slated for release this month and the first half of the next are worth a staggering Rs. 100 crores. Already in the dumps with several big films crashing at the box office suffering from creative bankruptcy, buyers are on the edge while the industry bigwigs keep their stables intact selling the films outright.

Beginning December 14, several films are set to hit the marquee till Sankranthi. Ravi Teja’s “Khatarnaak” has come up with a big disappointment.

NTR Junior's litmus test `Rakhi', Pawan Kalyan's elusive search for a hit in several years `Annavaram', Allu Arjun's `Desamudhuru' in the direction of Hong Kong films-inspired Puri Jagannadh, Prabhas' `Yogi' and last but not the least, Balakrishna's `Maharadhi', whose release has been curiously postponed a couple of times now.

The films were bought for staggering prices, all put together are about Rs. 90 crores to Rs. 100 crores. But, given the formula-driven and cliché-ridden productions, experts point out that half of the films might bomb miserably unless they have something substantial to offer to the discerning viewers. If huge investments are a minus propelled by astronomical prices of big stars and budgets, lack of substance is an albatross that has brought most of the Telugu films released this year, crashing down. Industry watchers say distributors took a beating with Chiranjeevi's `Stalin', Nagarjuna's `Boss' and Mahesh Babu's `Sainikudu', all of which failed to reach the expectations of viewers, despite good openings. On the contrary, it is the small budget films that are making waves bringing happiness to distributors and viewers. Sunil's `Andala Ramudu' is said to have collected four times the investment. Jagapathi Babu's `Samanyudu', which started on a low key, has picked up considerably given its good content, proving yet again that hype, hoopla and fancy stars can only kill a film.

Against this backdrop, a lot hinges on these yet-to-be-released films. Their success is crucial for the industry to make a turnaround after one of its most disastrous years and more importantly for filmmakers to win back the buyers' confidence.

source: filimchamber.com

2006-12-14T08:21:00.000-08:00

Eat (more) fruit
These ideas might stimulate your fruit consumption!
Why should we have five to nine fresh pieces a day, organically grown if possible?

For the largest part fruit consists of water just like the human body does;
Fruit is 100% bad-cholesterol free;
Fruit stimulates the memory;
The idea that fruit is an expensive nutrition;
The miraculous healing effects of fruit;
Fibers;
Fruit makes you feel better;
Ethical reasons to eat fruit;
Fruit is the most natural food;
The human diet;
Fruit juices - squeeze those fruits!

For the largest part fruit consists of water just like the human body does
Like 80% of our body is water so does 80% of fruit consist of water!
If you think about it, it's logical for the human body to consume food that contains as much water as the body itself. The nutrition that meets that requirement is fruit. There is no other food than fruit on this planet that contains on average 80% water.
Vegetables also contain a lot of water and are therefore second best.

Fruit is 100% bad-cholesterol free
No doubt about this argument. Too much bad-cholesterol is not good for our bodies and fruit doesn't contain bad-cholesterol. Animal products like meat and dairy contain a lot of bad-cholesterol.

Fruit stimulates the memory
If you didn’t know yet: fruit is the ultimate brain fuel. Fruit has a positive effect on our brains. The way this works still has to be found out and many scientists are looking into it as we speak. What we do know is that if you consume fruit effectively, your brains can recall information faster and more easily. This is very useful information for people who are preparing for an exam.

The idea that fruit is an expensive nutrition
Did you always think that fruit was an expensive product? Take a good look at how much money you spend on other food. It could be worth something to replace some of those expenses with fruit. We think that fruit is the healthiest food on earth and therefore it is well worth spending our money on.

The miraculous healing effects of fruit
Spectacular stories about people that cured from uncurable diseases by a strict diet of raw fruits and/or vegetables are well known but do we want to believe them? We still don't know that much about fruit and its contents.

Fibers
We do know now that a diet with plenty of fibers helps against corpulence, high blood pressure, and other factors that increase the chance for a heart disease. The consumed amount of fibers maybe even a more important factor than the amount of fat that is consumed by people!
The food that contains these healthy (natural) fibers is.... right: fruit! (vegetables as well). The American Heart Association advises to consume 25 to 30 grams of fibers out of fresh fruits and/or vegetables. In practice this means: have five to nine portions of fresh fruits or vegetables a day.

Fruit makes you feel better
Several stories have told us about people that were frequently depressed and how they got out of their depression slowly but surely after consuming substantial amounts of fresh fruit on a regular basis. Eating much fruit can have a mysterious healing effect on human beings. Even better is to drink a lot of freshly squeezed fruit drinks on a regular basis. It will take approximately 30 days until you start to notice the effects. Don't forget to drink these smoothies 20 minutes before the consumption of other meals. This way the fruit will not ferment in the stomach and the nutritious elements can be absorbed by the blood effectively.

Ethical reasons to eat fruit
Fruit doesn't have to be killed and slaughtered before you can eat it. The fruits are just hanging there waiting to be picked by you!
This ethical argument (often used by vegetarians and vegans to not eat meat) claims that fruit is a non-animal food. Many people see animals, especially mammals, as living creatures just like humans. There are religions that say that animals have souls like us. The native Americans first asked the animal's spirit if they could kill it before they did so. Fruit has never been said to have a soul and thus can be eaten without causing any harm. Ethical or religious arguments aside, we think it's a shame that we as human beings don't eat much fruit when there is such an abundant assortment of fruits and vegetables available.

Fruit is the most natural food
When you see a piece of fruit hanging from a tree that tree is telling you something: "Eat my fruits and help me spread my seeds." That’s how nature works. Humans eat vegetables and fruits and consequently help the plants to spread. Humans use animals to work the land to grow the plants and trees that produce these fruits and vegetables. In more and more people's opinion this is the way it was all meant to be.

A human diet
A healthy diet should consist for a great deal of freshly squeezed fruit juices, raw fruits and vegetables. Some tips:

A good start is to eat and drink more fresh fruits;
it’s as simple as that. Before you know it you will feel much better;
Don't forget to eat fruit on an empty stomach, not after other meals and;
inform yourself about the substances that our 'modern' food contains.

2006-12-14T07:15:00.000-08:00

Boy: "Isn't the principal a dummy!"
Girl: "Say, do you know who I am?"
Boy: "No."
Girl: "I'm the principal's daughter."
Boy: "And do you know who I am?"
Girl: "No,"
Boy: "Thank goodness!"

Crazy Combination back for an Hat trick

2006-12-14T06:09:00.000-08:00

After two successive hits of Student no.1 and Simhadhri, the crazy combination Jr.Ntr and S.S.Rajamouli was back with Yamadonga.

Pooja for this crazy movie Yamadonga was held today ( i.e 14 th December) in the office of S.S.Rajamouli, Even Ntr can't attend this pooja, Regular shooting of this movie will start from 27th december.

Mamata mohandas was announced as a heroine for this movie, and another heroine have to be selected.

Mohanbabu is acting as a Yamudu and Brahmanandam is acting as a Chitragupthudu and Naresh is acting as Naaradhudu and M.M.Keeravani is composing the music for this film.

The Godfather

2006-12-12T20:26:00.000-08:00

The Godfather, accompanied by his attorney, walks into a room to meet with his accountant. The Godfather asks the accountant, "Where's the three million bucks you embezzled from me?" The accountant doesn't answer. The Godfather asks again, "Where's the three million bucks you embezzled from me?"

The attorney interrupts, "Sir, the man is a deaf-mute and cannot understand you, but I can interpret for you."

The Godfather says, "Well, ask him where the @#!* money is."

The attorney, using sign language, asks the accountant where the three million dollars is. The accountant signs back, "I don't know what you're talking about." The attorney interprets to the Godfather, "He doesn't know what you're talking about."

The Godfather pulls out a pistol, puts it to the temple of the accountant, cocks the trigger and says, "Ask him again where the @#!* money is!"

The attorney signs to the accountant, "He wants to know where it is!" The accountant signs back, "Okay! Okay! The money's hidden in a suitcase behind the shed in my backyard!"

The Godfather says, "Well, what did he say?"

The attorney interprets to the Godfather, "He says that you don't have the guts to pull the trigger."

Victory Venkatesh turns 47 today

2006-12-12T11:46:00.000-08:00

HE is the one of the four top hero's of the telugu film industry, and one of the versatile hero who attracted family audience and one and only hero who had high success rate,and turned his surname as Victory , He is none other than our Venkatesh - Victory "V"enkatesh,He celebrates 47th birthday. So small story on him.

Venkatesh was born in Karamchedu on 13th December 1960. He made debut as hero with a runaway hit called Kaliyuga Pandavulu on 14th August 1986.

Venkatesh balanced his career by choosing class, mass and family films in right proportions. He experimented and won the laurels most of the times. Five Nandi awards as best actor for Kaliyuga Pandavulu, Swarnakamalam, Dharmachakram, Ganesh and Kalisundam Raa would stand as testimony to it. Chanti film turned out to be milestone in the career of Venkatesh. His Kalisundam Raa created records at box office. Venkatesh's Raja is a fine example of massive success a class film, film achieve with right hero in it.

Venkatesh has a fine spiritual orientation. He is a great devotee of Ramana Maharshi. He visits spiritual abodes whenever he find sometime. With the help of spirituality he could balance his personal life and professional life.

Mahesh's Athidhi

2006-12-12T10:32:00.000-08:00

After Sainikudu the Mahesh Babu's next film title is Athidi, Surendra Reddy the director of Ashok and Athanokkadey will direct this movie. The movie will begin from 20th January in New Delhi.Krishna enterprises of Ramesh Bahu is producing the film.

The film is titled as Athidhi- a three letter title . Mahesh babu's earlier all three letter films Okkadu, Athadu, Pokiri have done good business at box office.

Surendra Reddy directed two movies earlier ( Ashok and Athanokkadey ), Athanokkadey was Big hit but Ashok was an average flick, let's hope 3rd "A"thidi will be Big Hit for Surendra Reddy.

Superstar Rajnikant tunrns 57

2006-12-12T10:18:00.000-08:00

South Indian Superstar Rajnikant, who commands a higher price than some Bollywood icons and whose latest film Chandhramukhi is running to packed houses even 600 days after its release, celebrated his 57th birthday Tuesday - with his family.

The superstar had issued a terse statement a few days ago saying that he did not want any pomp and splendour on his birthday and did not wish to meet any of his fans.

Such is the reclusive nature of the actor that even producer A.V.M. Saravanan - dubbed the movie mogul of the south - had to be content with sending a bouquet to the star's residence in the upscale Poes Garden locality of south Chennai.

'I live for the moment. I have no plans for tomorrow. I love good things in life and that is the way it will be till I pass away,' Rajnikant had said years ago when he was just stepping into super stardom - a philosophy he still holds.

Rajnikant, whose mother tongue is Marathi, was born in Karnataka as Shivaji Rao. With very humble beginnings in life as a bus conductor, Rajni decided in the mid-1970s he would become famous by trying his luck in Tamil movies.

After a crash course in acting, Rajnikant was introduced to the silver screen by K. Balachander to play an ageing husband of an unfaithful wife.

Such was his charisma that he upstaged the hero of 'Apoorva Ragangal' (Rare Tunes) Kamal Hassan. It didn't matter he didn't speak Tamil properly - he still doesn't. But like the medieval Maratha hero, the celluloid Shivaji too managed to establish an empire in modern day Tamil Nadu.

Fans here copied every style of Rajni even when he played a villain for almost three years, in 20-odd movies.

The wheel has turned full circle and he is said to be playing himself in a movie aptly titled 'Shivaji-The Boss' being directed by Shankar for Saravanan.

Not many beyond Tamil Nadu know that Rajni's smash hit a few years ago - 'Muthu' - was dubbed into Japanese and became a super hit in the land of the rising sun as well.

Rajnikant commands a price that is higher than Bollywood star Amitabh Bachchan's and his last release in April 2005 - 'Chandramukhi' - is running to packed houses here despite having completed 600 days in cinemas.

Little wonder, then, his fans lap it up when he romances women less than half his age - though Rajni is now a grandfather.

Buzz about Rajnikant new movie Sivaji is the movie all ready finished business of Rs 120 Crore

Okka Magadu's next Project Panduranga Mahatyam

2006-12-12T09:43:00.000-08:00

Panduranga Mahatyam the classic of telugu film which was acted and produced by Natasarvaboma Sr.NTR in the year 1957, after long period the film is going to be remake in the combination of K.Raghavendra rao and Balakrishna, the movie was finalised and the script work was going on at present and the shooting may start in the summer of 2007 after the completion of Okka Magadu.

Highlight of this movie is K.Raghavendra rao and Balakrishna are teaming after 15years.

2006-12-12T09:37:00.000-08:00

"Doctor, please hurry. My son swallowed a razor-blade."
"Don't panic, I'm coming immediately. Have you done anything yet ?"
"Yea, I shaved with the electric razor."

Posture Perfect

2006-12-11T05:19:00.000-08:00

Good posture is not simply a matter of keeping your shoulders straight; it’s about using your body correctly to perform all tasks. By learning and realising the value of maintaining a correct posture you can ensure yourself a strain-free, life with no aches and pains. Do you know why posture is so important?

Importance of a correct posture

A correct posture maintains the right equilibrium for our bodies preventing us from any from of stress or strain due to unequal distribution of body weight. A healthy neck supports your head, thereby keeping it aligned with the rest of the body this results in proper balanced posture. The importance of a balanced back lies in the fact that when you back is aligned no extra muscles are required for task performance. Correct posture is important at all times especially during movement. And, with the right kind of alignment, your internal organs have room to function normally and blood circulates freely for best total fitness.

The ideal posture

An ideal posture is that in which the body is stable and the centre of gravity runs right down the middle. Such kind of an alignment minimises stress and strain, at rest and during movement.

Sit right and stand straight

Are you one of those people who experience pain in the neck or back because of prolonged sitting and/or standing. Yes, I know it’s a part of your job (most of the time) but here’s a way to do it right,

Keep your feet flat against the floor
Try not to sit crossed legged, (even if it’s not lady like)
Keep minimum distance between you and your computer
Always make sure that your shoulders and ears are in line with each other
Relax, stretch and take as many breaks as possible
Most importantly, don’t ever slouch

While standing try to maintain the following,

Stand straight; keep your shoulders back and your stomach pulled in, (this also helps to hold in reduce that nasty paunch)
Always maintain the natural curves of your spine
Avoid locking of the knees
Spread your legs such that the gap between your feet is equal to your shoulder width
If you have to stand for a prolonged period of time rest one foot higher than the other and alternate every half hour

Get the right kind of rest

Try using a relatively firm mattress such that your back gets enough support. No point resting if you’re gonna strain your back
If you’re one of those who sleep on their back then get a pillow and place it under your knees for the right support
Of course, if you lie on your side then bend your knees and stick a pillow between your legs, it may sound vulgar but who’s watching you while you sleep
If you’re a ‘lie flat on your stomach’ kind of person then place a pillow under your stomach. Don’t worry you’ll probably get use to it

Never spare a bender

If you have to bend down and pick something up, don’t just bend over and do it, that way you’ll only be straining your back. Wanna know the right way,

Stand close to the object and bend only at knees and hips
Make sure your back is straight at all times
Let your legs do all the lifting

Stand up, stand right

It is necessary to stand correctly if your work requirements are as such. To avoid those nagging back aches after work, here are a few tips to take away the pain,

I’m sure you don’t need to be told this but anyway, avoid standing for prolonged sessions.
If for some reason you really don’t have a choice then raise one foot above the other and rest it on a stool. Make sure you alternate your feet every half hour.
Try to stand on a firm cushioned mat.
I know they look good but, try to avoid high-heeled shoes if you know you’re gonna be standing for a while.
When standing whether for short periods or long periods of time, always keep your weight balanced equally on both legs.

Tricks of the trade, while you’re working

The chair:

The seat height of your chair should be such that your knees bend at 90 degrees, and the depth should be such that you can fit in completely knee up.

Always make sure that you have enough space to sit. Nothing is more uncomfortable than a tight fit.

Maintain an armrest such that it is a little higher than your elbow if it were bent at 90 degrees

The computer

Keep your computer directly in front of you and look down on it. A laid back attitude never did you any good at work.

Keep your elbows at a 90-degree angle. But hey! Don’t forget to relax.

Rest your wrists whenever you can. It’s all in the wrist they say!

The Desk:

Your desk should be a place that makes you comfortable, so keep its height such that it’s a few inches above your bent elbow.

Keep all accessories (phone, memo pad, schedule book, etc) within easy reach.

Sit at your desk such that you don’t have to bend at your waist. Because bending at the waist not only gives you a backache, but also gives you a paunch.

Remember this is where you work, where you spend your entire day. So feel good about sitting there.

2006-12-11T04:33:00.000-08:00

A penguin was driving through the desert when his car broke down. He waddled to the nearest phone to call the AA. His car was quickly towed to the nearest garage where the mechanic told him he would need a couple of hours to check out the car. The penguin, being a good natured bird, didn't complain but wandered off to find the closest supermarket. He proceeded to the frozen foods section and hung out near the fish sticks. After an hour he got in the freezer next to the vanilla ice cream and ate several gallons. Then he saw the time and went back to the garage covered in ice cream. The mechanic walked over to him wiping his hands and shaking his head saying "It looks like you blew a seal." Blushing, the penguin said "Oh, no! It's just ice cream."

Yogi - A feel that never ends

2006-12-11T03:09:00.000-08:00

Aishwarya Rai Exposed Her 'Back' Asset

2006-12-10T10:50:00.000-08:00

Aishwarya Rai is known for her conservativeness and recently rocked with skimpiest dresses in the film 'Dhoom2'.

But going further beyond, she exposed her back drenched in water for the English film 'Last Legion'. Here is the capture from the trailer of the film that was recently released.

Sources say that the film 'Last Legion' showcases a few nude scenes of Aishwarya Rai as well. We can also guess that Aish would escape from her fans saying that those nude scenes are made out of dupe (best way found by our heroines these days).

To sum up, the most popular Indian beauty has gone Hollywood with hot appeal.

Lastlegion Trailer

Top Five Audios of the week

2006-12-10T10:08:00.000-08:00

Kannada Music director Guru Kiran has arrived in Telugu cinema with his album for 'Maharathi', which tops the list this week.

1. 'Maharathi': Luckily for Guru Kiran, he has entered into Telugu film music with a movie that stars Balakrishna, which has assured record-breaking sales for the album. 'Mangamma Mangamma' and 'Uppu chapa pappu charu' are catchy.

2. 'Khatarnak': Ace composer Keeravani comes back with a lively album. After 'Vikramarkudu', he seems to have given another hit for actor Ravi Teja. 'Bujji Bujji' and 'Aa Gaganamlo' are a rage.

3. 'Sainikudu': Composer Harris Jayaraj's peppy album has gained popularity with the younger generation. Director Gunasekar's insistence on fast-paced numbers, however, has shackled the talented musician's creativity. 'Bylamo Bylamo' and 'Sogasu Chudatharama' are the pick of the lot.

4. 'Rakhi': Composer Devi Sri Prasad comes back with good music after Bommarillu, He has given nice tunes to this album, ' Raakhee Raakhee' and ' Zara Zara' are nice songs, and the audio is full of mass songs.

5. 'Mayabazar': Composer Radhakrishna is fascinated with classical-based tunes and has delivered an interesting album yet again. 'Saroja Dala' and 'Kanivini Erugani' bear his stamp.

108 Names of Ganapathi

2006-12-09T00:09:00.000-08:00

1 Akhurath One who has Mouse as His Charioteer
2 Alampata Ever Eternal Lord
3 Amit Incomparable Lord
4 Anantachidrupamayam Infinite and Consciousness Personified
5 Avaneesh Lord of the whole World
6 Avighna Remover of Obstacles
7 Balaganapati Beloved and Lovable Child
8 Bhalchandra Moon-Crested Lord
9 Bheema Huge and Gigantic
10 Bhupati Lord of the Gods
11 Bhuvanpati God of the Gods
12 Buddhinath God of Wisdom
13 Buddhipriya Knowledge Bestower
14 Buddhividhata God of Knowledge
15 Chaturbhuj One who has Four Arms
16 Devadeva Lord of All Lords
17 Devantakanashakarin Destroyer of Evils and Asuras
18 Devavrata One who accepts all Penances
19 Devendrashika Protector of All Gods
20 Dharmik One who gives Charity
21 Dhoomravarna Smoke-Hued Lord
22 Durja Invincible Lord
23 Dvaimatura One who has two Mothers
24 Ekaakshara He of the Single Syllable
25 Ekadanta Single-Tusked Lord
26 Ekadrishta Single-Tusked Lord
27 Eshanputra Lord Shiva's Son
28 Gadadhara One who has The Mace as His Weapon
29 Gajakarna One who has Eyes like an Elephant
30 Gajanana Elephant-Faced Lord
31 Gajananeti Elephant-Faced Lord
32 Gajavakra Trunk of The Elephant
33 Gajavaktra One who has Mouth like an Elephant
34 Ganadhakshya Lord of All Ganas (Gods)
35 Ganadhyakshina Leader of All The Celestial Bodies
36 Ganapati Lord of All Ganas (Gods)
37 Gaurisuta The Son of Gauri (Parvati)
38 Gunina One who is The Master of All Virtues
39 Haridra One who is Golden Coloured
40 Heramba Mother's Beloved Son
41 Kapila Yellowish-Brown Coloured
42 Kaveesha Master of Poets
43 Krti Lord of Music
44 Kripalu Merciful Lord
45 Krishapingaksha Yellowish-Brown Eyed
46 Kshamakaram The Place of Forgiveness
47 Kshipra One who is easy to Appease
48 Lambakarna Large-Eared Lord
49 Lambodara The Huge Bellied Lord
50 Mahabala Enormously Strong Lord
51 Mahaganapati Omnipotent and Supreme Lord
52 Maheshwaram Lord of The Universe
53 Mangalamurti All Auspicious Lord
54 Manomay Winner of Hearts
55 Mrityuanjaya Conqueror of Death
56 Mundakarama Abode of Happiness
57 Muktidaya Bestower of Eternal Bliss
58 Musikvahana One who has mouse as charioteer
59 Nadapratithishta One who Appreciates and Loves Music
60 Namasthetu Vanquisher of All Evils & Vices & Sins
61 Nandana Lord Shiva's Son
62 Nideeshwaram Giver of Wealth and Treasures
63 Omkara One who has the Form Of OM
64 Pitambara One who has Yellow-Coloured Body
65 Pramoda Lord of All Abodes
66 Prathameshwara First Among All
67 Purush The Omnipotent Personality
68 Rakta One who has Red-Coloured Body
69 Rudrapriya Beloved Of Lord Shiva
70 Sarvadevatman Acceptor of All Celestial Offerings
71 Sarvasiddhanta Bestower of Skills and Wisdom
72 Sarvatman Protector of The Universe
73 Shambhavi The Son of Parvati
74 Shashivarnam One who has a Moon like Complexion
75 Shoorpakarna Large-Eared Lord
76 Shuban All Auspicious Lord
77 Shubhagunakanan One who is The Master of All Virtues
78 Shweta One who is as Pure as the White Colour
79 Siddhidhata Bestower of Success & Accomplishments
80 Siddhipriya Bestower of Wishes and Boons
81 Siddhivinayaka Bestower of Success
82 Skandapurvaja Elder Brother of Skand (Lord Kartik)
83 Sumukha Auspicious Face
84 Sureshwaram Lord of All Lords
85 Swaroop Lover of Beauty
86 Tarun Ageless
87 Uddanda Nemesis of Evils and Vices
88 Umaputra The Son of Goddess Uma (Parvati)
89 Vakratunda Curved Trunk Lord
90 Varaganapati Bestower of Boons
91 Varaprada Granter of Wishes and Boons
92 Varadavinayaka Bestower of Success
93 Veeraganapati Heroic Lord
94 Vidyavaridhi God of Wisdom
95 Vighnahara Remover of Obstacles
96 Vignaharta Demolisher of Obstacles
97 Vighnaraja Lord of All Hindrances
98 Vighnarajendra Lord of All Obstacles
99 Vighnavinashanaya Destroyer of All Obstacles & Impediments
100 Vigneshwara Lord of All Obstacles
101 Vikat Huge and Gigantic
102 Vinayaka Lord of All
103 Vishwamukha Master of The Universe
104 Vishwaraja King of The World
105 Yagnakaya Acceptor of All Sacred & Sacrficial Offerings
106 Yashaskaram Bestower of Fame and Fortune
107 Yashvasin Beloved and Ever Popular Lord
108 Yogadhipa The Lord of Meditation

Rakhi Audio Release function Photos

2006-12-08T10:28:00.000-08:00

2006-12-08T10:00:00.000-08:00

A mom and dad were worried about their son not wanting to learn math at the school he was in, so they decided to send him to a Catholic school.

After the first day of school, their son comes racing into the house, goes straight into his room and slams the door shut. Mom and dad are a little worried about this and go to his room to see if he is okay. They find him sitting at his desk doing his homework.

The boy keeps doing that for the rest of the year. At the end of the year the son brings home his report card and gives it to his mom and dad. Looking at it they see under math an A+.

Mom and dad are very happy and ask the son, "What changed your mind about learning math?"

The son looked at mom and dad and said, "Well, on the first day when I walked into the classroom, I saw a guy nailed to the plus sign at the back of the room behind the teacher's desk and I knew they meant business."

2006-12-07T08:18:00.000-08:00

Dada Rores again in practice match with 83 Runs

Sourav Ganguly on Thursday made an emphatic start to his tour of South Africa, making 83 against rest of South Africa in the warm-up cricket match here today.

Returning to the international stage after nine months, Ganguly hit 8 fours in his unbeaten knock of 57 to help India fight back from a precarious 69 for five at lunch in the four-day game.

Ganguly, drafted into the team for the upcoming Test series after India`s disastrous show in the one-dayers, batted with responsibility and tremendous restraint in the face of some hostile fast bowling.

He came in to bat when the Indians were reeling at 37 for 3 on the bouncy Sedgars Park track.

Stay tuned for the latest updates........

NTR Rakhi Audio Release Details

2006-12-06T09:00:00.000-08:00

Rakhi - Highly inflammable in the combination of Jr NTR and Krishna vamsi, movie audio will release tomorrow ( i.e on 7th December) in Taj Banjara at 7'o clock evening.

Day after tomorrow the audio will be released in various places including Chennai and Bangalore by various Telugu sisters because Raksha Bandhan (the bond of protection) Rakhi which celebrates the relationship between brothers and sisters. So sisters of all over the andhra,chennai & Bangalore is going to release the cassettes in there consecutive places.

Sentiment,Entertainment,Action mixed Rakhi will release on December 22nd.

Stay tuned for the latest updates.........

Lakshmi Kalyanam on Jan25th

2006-12-06T08:23:00.000-08:00

Lakshmi Kalyanam the Kalyanram and kajal starer and directed by teja and produced by Mahendra and movie has completed the shooting and at present dubbing work was going on, in January 1st week they are planning to release the audio Music of this film was composed by R.P.Patnaik, and they are planning to release the movie on 25th January.

Stay tuned for the latest updates.........

2006-12-06T04:45:00.000-08:00

Maharadhi Release on January11th

Maharadhi the balakrishnas latest Movie which was directed by P.Vasu
( chandhramukhi ) fame was Planning to realease on january 11th, the heroines of this movie is Meera Jasmine,Sneha,Navneet kaur, The songs of this film is already a big hit in the market.

Stay tuned for the latest updates........

Ganguly in S Africa for Test series

2006-12-05T22:44:00.000-08:00

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly reached South Africa on Tuesday to play in the three-test series starting December 15.

Selectors said his experience rather than his present form has brought him back to the Indian team.

Ganguly, who is likely to feature in the four-day tour game against a Rest of South Africa side in Potchesfroom from December 7, last played a Test for India in February this year vs Pakistan.

Meanwhile, Mohammad Kaif, Suresh Raina, Dinesh Mongia and Ajit Agarkar have returned home after India's 4-0 thrashing in the One Day series.

2006-12-04T22:05:00.000-08:00

5 Best directors of Tollywood

Direction is definitely a creative job and needs mutli-talent to drive the workforce. Director is like a captain to the ship as many quoted before. He/she is also like a family's head. If head of the family is exemplary, survival of the family becomes bed of roses. As you see, Tollywood adds a new director every other day to its kitty. Though the volume of additions is more, deterioration is also relatively high. 'Success' is the only term that decides the fate of director in the industry most of the times. But 'Quality' is another factor that keeps a few directors alive despite they deliver duds occasionally. Every successful director has his own merits and demerits. Here is an attempt to highlight the Top5 directors of Tollywood in the present era.

Sekhar Kammula:

A software engineer turned director, Sekhar had seen many obstacles while making his debut National award winning film "Dollar Dreams". His passion to movie making didn't pave him a grand entry into the industry. Sekhar, in no time, realized that movie making wasn't that easy despite having interest. He made his first film in a shoe string budget of 20 lacks that was his heard-earned money. He went through many hurdles before releasing it and only to his realization movie didn't fare well at the box-office as expected. Having a naval idea is different and molding it into a watch-able fete is totally another art of making cinema.

Both run in parallel, as a creative director one has to see it that they are blended well at one point of time. Otherwise, successful movie will never be shaped up. By learning lessons from his first failure, Sekhar didn't repeat the same mistake in his second directorial venture called "Anand", a low budget movie. `Anand' did its best to his career. Having megastar's film `SankarDada MBBS' in the opposition, `Anand' was released without expectations and
created history in running and winning awards. `Anand' proved the caliber and the metal of Sekhar as a director. It had brought the freshness into story telling and style of narration.

He had just delivered again with his latest flick `Godavari' what he had promised us. It was a feel good entertainer with loads of fun movements and beautiful characters traveling with you all the way. He is very clear in what he is doing. His intentions are very bold and clear that he is not after any commercial gimmicks. He, for sure, will go to places with his sensibility in narrating scripts and confidence in breaking the rules for good.

Strengths: Character buildup, touching screenplay, decent narration, clean entertainers

Weaknesses: Bit slow in narration

Chandrashekar Yeleti

Fondly called as Chandu is another director with lots of creativity. His first film 'Ayithe' proved that "Anni cienma lu okala vundav". The kidnap drama by a youth of 4 for the survival of fittest was executed with high standards by Chandu. Every young director wants to touch either a love story or a faction based voilent story, but chandu wanted to be odd man out. He seems to have no belief in package formulaes.

His second film was, 'Anukokunda oka roju', ,a crime thriller. It deals with how and why the younger generation trap themselves into serious problems and kill their own life. Chandu still needs to deliver a big commercial hit. But, he says no room for compramise. Though his first 2 movies weren't such a big hit, Chandu had become household in metropolitan areas for his creative work, novel thoughts and perfect execution. If he sticks to his style, sure he will deliver good quality movies in future too.

Strengths: Novel thoughts, tight screenplay, perfect execution

Weakness: Not so commercial, Yet to attract other than metropolitan audience

Trivikram

A writer tunred director who had weilded the megaphone for the first time with 'Nuvve.Nuvve' was not a big hit. But Trivikram was famous for his witty narration and one liners. He had given new pattern to the comedy genre movies. Trivikram characters do also speak philosophy and behave highly emotional at times. His style of picturizing scenes have a pleasant feel, mostly sharp, crispy and avoid any dull moments. His recent flick 'Athadu' with Mahesh Babu altogether presented a different person in Trivikram for his technical briliance in its making.

Inspite of whatever serious subject he deals with it, he makes you laugh in parallel is his biggest strength. His contribution towards success few of the industry biggest hits like Nuvve kaavali, Nuvvu Naaku Nachav, Manmadhudu, Chirunavvutho is noticeable. He seems to be focusing more in directing rather providing scripts to other directors. Hope he continues to provide the healthy entertainers for the newer generations.

Strengths: Hero characterization, Excellent comedy timing, making commericially viable themes, decent execution

Weakness: Giving abrupt endings, Delaying projects, Confusing/irritating audience with hero's mental attitude

S.S. Rajamouli

Struck the chords with 'Simhadri', that was a sensational hit in 2003. This protege of Raghavendrarao established as an hotshot director with the stupendous sucess of Student No1 and Simhadri, both had given lease of life to Jr.NTR.Rajmouli never tasted any failure among 5 films he completed yet. He is considered the most reliable director in Tollywood today.Rajmouli movies do not boast off good story and technical values except the powerful package.

He knows how to take it to the audienceirrespect of whatever story line it is, whatever backdrop it has. His target audience are definitely masses and youth who just care the emotional presentation and racy moments in the movie. All his movies have plenty of room for excessive voilence, which is something he needs to shed out a bit.

Strengths: Package presentation, elevating hero characterization to heights

Weakness: Portraying lot of voilence, repeating same revenge dramas

V V Vinayak

Another successful director who has the potential to deal with stars. Most of his movies had big stars in lead. He was well noticed with his first movie 'Aadi', a blockbuster. After watching his
directorial capabilities, Balakrishna offered him 'Chennakesava Reddy'. Though it wasn't run as expected, didn't do damage to Vinayak's career.

He had done youthful film called 'Dil' that established Raju a highly successful producer today in industry. It's a dream for any upcoming director to handle Megstar's movie. Vinayak is considered lucky to have directed 'Tagore' for chiranjeevi. This movie had set records and won hearts of millions. Though it was a remake of 'Ramana' a moderate offbeat film, Vinayak had given new look to the original by keeping Megastar's image in mind.

Then, he did Samba with NTR, Bunny with Allu arjun to taste the moderate success. His latest flick 'Lakshmi' with venkatesh brought back the glory lost by Venkatesh in masses. Initially started off as an average flick, went onto stand as a biggest grocer in Venky's career and 2006 films.

Strengths: Package presentation, elevating hero characterization to heights, Comfortable dealing with the image of stars

Weakness: Portraying lot of voilence, repeating same revenge dramas, bad selection of songs.

2006-12-04T09:39:00.000-08:00

The general went to the doctor for a physical. Before he began, the doctor asked him the standard questions - age, height, weight and then he asked when was the last time the general had sex.

General: "Oh, it was 1945."

Doctor: "Isn't that a long time to go without sex?"

General: "I don't think so. According to your clock it's only 21:13."

2006-12-03T10:10:00.000-08:00

2006-12-02T22:14:00.001-08:00

A traveller pulls into a hotel around midnight and asks the clerk for a single room. As the clerk fills out the paperwork, the man looks around and sees a gorgeous blonde sitting in the lobby. He tells the clerk to wait while he disappears into the lobby. After a minute he comes back, with the girl on his arm.
"Fancy meeting my wife here," he says to the clerk. "Guess I'll need a double room for the night."
Next morning, he comes to settle his bill, and finds the amount to be over $3000. "What's the meaning of this?" he yells at the clerk. "I've only been here one night!"
"Yes," says the clerk, "but your wife has been here for three weeks."

2006-12-02T21:06:00.000-08:00

Ileana Photos from Rakhi

2006-12-02T20:44:00.000-08:00

Rakhi Photos

2006-12-01T05:59:00.000-08:00

World AIDS Day: December 1st

December 1st is World AIDS Day. Established by the World Health Organization in 1988, World AIDS Day serves to focus global attention on the devastating impact of the HIV/AIDS epidemic. Observance of this day provides an opportunity for governments, national AIDS programs, churches, community organizations and individuals to demonstrate the importance of the fight against HIV/AIDS.

With an estimated 38.6 million people worldwide living with HIV at the end of 2005, and more than 25 million people having died of AIDS since 1981, December 1st serves to remind everyone that action makes a difference in the fight against HIV/AIDS.

Americans should be reminded that HIV/AIDS does not discriminate. With an estimated 1,039,000 to 1,185,000 HIV- positive individuals living in the U.S., and approximately 40,000 new infections occurring every year, the U.S., like other nations around the world is deeply affected by HIV/AIDS.

We encourage you to visit this web site and download materials, such as fact sheets that provide HIV/AIDS statistics and the new World AIDS Day poster, to assist in your efforts to educate, motivate and mobilize your local community in the fight against HIV/AIDS!

You may also visit www.worldaidsday2006.org to find out about the Tri-State Region World AIDS Day 2006 Event. To view the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), please visit www.pepfar.gov. For international events, go to www.worldaidscampaign.info.

source: http://www.omhrc.gov

2006-11-30T07:18:00.000-08:00

Maharadhi 3 in 1 movie trailer

2006-11-30T07:03:00.000-08:00

5 Ways to Get a Handle on Your Emotions

Ever feel like you’re on an emotional roller coaster? Life can bring on a variety of emotions, both positive and negative, that range in intensity from mild to severe. If you don’t have a handle on them, they have a way of getting a handle on you. Try these 5 strategies to keep your emotions in check.

1. Let it out

Emotions like to linger. Sometimes you have to kick them out. Bottled up feelings of sadness or anger can sap your energy and interfere with your relationships and other areas of your personal and professional life. So let people know when something’s bothering you. If you’re having trouble verbalizing, try purging yourself of intense emotions by pouring them out in a journal. If sadness lingers, take the RealAge Depression Quiz for advice.

2. Count to ten

Emotions are powerful. And they can surface at any time: at work, at the grocery store, out with friends, at the dinner table. When you find yourself in emotionally charged situations, step away and count to 10 before you say or do anything. This will give you a chance to calm down, assess the situation, and consider the possible positive and negative consequences of your reactions and comments.

3. Say when

Emotions love overachievers. If you have a tendency to take on too much, watch out! Resist the temptation to be Wonder Woman or Superman by handling everything on your own. Ask for a helping hand. Break large projects into smaller portions and delegate, even if they are just small tasks. And do it BEFORE you get overwhelmed. Learning how to recognize and express your limits is vital to avoiding meltdowns.

4. Talk to yourself

Emotions are sneaky. One minute you’re fine, the next you feel yourself sliding downhill. Worry creeps in. Something, or maybe several things, didn’t go as well as you’d hoped, and you’re headed down a dark path. Before you get too far into the darkness, talk it out with yourself. Ask yourself what you can learn from the situation and how you can plan more effectively for similar challenges in the future, and try the RealAge Depression Quiz or Anxiety Quiz for strategies.

5. Fuel up

Emotions don’t play fair. They attack when you’re most vulnerable: when your schedule is packed with events, chores, and responsibilities. Make sure you first take care of basic needs like food, water, sleep, and exercise. You’ll find it much easier to stay calm, cool, and collected when you’re exercising regularly, eating healthy meals, and getting enough sleep.

Having trouble sleeping? Take the RealAge Sleep Assessment and find out what’s behind it.

2006-11-30T06:34:00.000-08:00

"Dad, can you write in the dark?"
"I think so. What is it you want me to write?"
"Your name on this report card."

2006-11-30T04:18:00.000-08:00

SAINIKUDU MOVIE REVIEW

The Story is all about cleaning the dirty politics in the present society.

The PG students of Osmania Medical college will save and help the flood victims One of the student is our hero Sidhartha(Mahesh babu) ,

Ruling party MLA Candidate Pappu Yadhav (Irfan Khan) will sell the flood victims rice bags in the black market and sidhartha will question the Pappu yadhav and also keep one of his friend as the opposite candidate of Pappu yadhava then pappu yadhav will keep attemptive Murder case on sidhartha and put him in jail, in mean while Pappu Yadhav will become the home minister , then sidhartha will escape from the jail and kidnaps the bride Mahalakshmi (Trisha) who was about to be married to the Home minister, Pappu Yadav, and blackmails the minister to undo all the wrongs he has done to his people if he wanted his bride back. The rest shows how the Home minister responds positively. Yet Siddharth refuses to return the bride as he wanted him to confess before the court all the crimes he committed.

Rest of the story you watch in the theater.

Highlights:

1. The action of maheshbabu
2. The rich sets
3. The direction is good

Back drop's:

1. characterisation of trisha, it look's so funny, she makes her self fool by shifting her lover.
2. lack of utilization of artists ( Kota srinivasarao was not utilised well he looks as an character artist)
3. No Entertainment in the movie.
4.Artificial placement of songs.

Totally the film is an Average Flick