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Krish Confirms NBK’s Gautamiputra Satakarni Release Date

Nandamuri Balakrishna’s much awaited 100th film “Gouthamiputra Satakarni” release date is confirmed. Krish is the director, and it is being publicized that this movie will be hitting cinemas for Sankranthi 2017. And yesterday, director Krish has given the clarity about it.

Krish confirmed Gouthamiputra Satakarni release
Krish confirmed Gouthamiputra Satakarni release

As for the latest update, director Krish attended the trailer launch function of “Srirastu Subhamastu” on yesterday and shared with all that they are looking at January 12th as the release date Nandamuri Balakrishna’s mighty 100th film, “Gautamiputra Satakarni”. As of now, graphics work of the film is going on and post August the shooting will continue as scheduled. Produced by Rajiv Reddy and Sai Babu Jagarlamud, the film will hit the screens on January 12th, 2017 as Sankranthi gift.

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Balayya poses with Telugu Medical Students in Georgia​

The entire unit of Satakarni has recently headed to Georgia to shoot a war sequence to be featured in the climax. It is heard that the war sequence is going to be major episode, which features the Satakarni fight it out with Greek soldiers. Director Krish planned to use nearly 1,000 soldiers, 300 horses and 20 chariots for this scene. Seen here in the above pic, Balayya poses with the Telugu medical students in Georgia.

NBK with Students in Georgia
NBK with Students in Georgia

Gautamiputra Satakarni is a period drama film, which is based on a life history of 2nd century CE, Satavahana ruler Gautamiputra Satakarni. The movie has three war sequences and one of them appears before the interval. The film unit has completed the canning of this sequence in the first schedule held in Morocco. The second war scene has been shot in Hyderabad.

The film is set to be the landmark film in the career of Nandamuri Balakrishna. Saibabu Jagarlamudi and Y Rajeev Reddy, who are bankrolling this project under the banner First Frame Entertainment, are leaving no stone unturned to make it a huge success at the box office.

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Script Ready for Nandamuri Mokshagna’s Debut

Here is the latest information about Nandamuri Balakrishna’s son, Mokshagna’s Tollywood debut.

Veteran director Singeetham Sreenivasa Rao, who is set to direct the sequel of ‘Aditya 369’ starring Balakrishna, reiterated that he had finished the script, and whenever it happens, it will happen with Balayya only. He added that he had prepared the subject keeping Mokshagna in mind. He confirmed that Mokshagna’s debut would happen with this project only.

NBK Son Debut
NBK Son Debut

In the film, Balayya will essay the role he played in the first part, and Mokshagna will play a young prince. Titled Aditya 999, the film might happen as Balayya’s 102nd film. Balayya’s 101st film is already finalized. Directed by Krishna Vamsi, it will be titled ‘Raithu.’

Balakrishna is currently busy shooting for war sequences for his much awaited 100th film titled ‘Gouthamiputhri Sathakarni’. Shriya Saran is playing the leading lady in this Krish directorial.

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Balayya Says ‘No Dupe.’

Nandamuri Balakrishna is one of the very few senior actors who don’t like to take the help of dupes to do stunts.

The team of Balakrishna’s landmark 100th film ‘Gauthamiputra Sathakarni’ is currently in Georgia filming the pivotal war scenes between Sathavahana kingdom and Greek kingdom. Even though director Krish wanted to use body double for Balayya, the senior actor rejected the idea and instead volunteered to do those risky stunts all by himself.

Balakrishna Says No Dupe
Balakrishna Says No Dupe

The entire unit was in awe of Balayya’s commitment at 50 plus age. Krish is however said to be taking precautions during filming the war scenes. The shooting will last until this month end. This war sequence is expected to be the highlight of the film.

Also starring Shriya Saran, Kabir Bedi, and others, GPS is slated for worldwide release for Sankranthi 2017.

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Balakrishna is a chief guest for Shivalinga 100 Days Function

Nandamuri Balakrishna, who is busy in his upcoming historical drama ‘Gautamiputra Satkarani, ’, is going to grace the 100 days function of Kannada Super Hit movie ‘Shivalinga’, as chief guest. Ambareesh is one more chief guest who is going to share the same stage with Balayya. The event is going to be held on Sunday 19th in Bengaluru.

Balakrishna to Bengaluru for Shivalinga
Balakrishna to Bengaluru for Shivalinga

‘Shivalinga’ starring Shivraj Kumar, Vedhika, and Shakti Vasudevan. Directed by P Vasu and produced by K. A. Suresh under the banner of Suresh Arts was released on 12th February 2016 and turned out successful at the box office. This horror-mystery film is one of the biggest hits in Kannada cinema this year. V. Harikrishna scores the music. The climax of the movie was reported to be taken straight out of an Agatha Christie novel.

Balayya and Shivaraj Kumar are very close together and share good rapport right from the days of NTR and Rajkumar’s undisputed reign at the box-office in Telugu and Kannada respectively. On the special request of Shivaraj Kumar and P Vasu, tomorrow Balakrishna will fly to Bengaluru to attend the event.

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Balakrishna Hosts Charity Dinners in the USA

Soon after wrapping up the first schedule of the film Gautamiputra Satakarni, Balakrishna and team planned to return India, but Nandamuri Balakrishna will fly to the US for a noble cause. Balakrishna will be touring various cities of the United States to raise funds for serving poor patients in Basavatarakam Indo-American Cancer Hospital. The actor will be attending charity dinners and meet fan clubs in the USA.

NBK USA
NBK USA

Balakrishna has been appealing NRIs to contribute as much as they can for a good cause. In the past also, he proposed few plans in gaining funds for the hospital. Already Balakrishna became successful in acquiring funds for his hospital through several means. Recently Junior NTR and director Krish have also donated money to the hospital. The actor is already fixed a target amount that is to be gained from NRI’s. Hopefully, we wish he reaches his target.

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Gautamiputra Satakarni First Look on Balakrishna’s Birthday

We have already reported that the regular shooting of Nandamuri Balakrishna’s 100th film titled ‘Gautamiputra Satakarni’ was recently started in Morocco.

Gautamiputra Satakarni First Look
Gautamiputra Satakarni First Look

As per latest reports, makers are planning to release the first look of the movie on 10th June, on the eve of Balakrishna’s birthday. Since the film is the legendary actor’s 100th one, huge expectations are there. Director Krish and the historical subject are added advantages.

After canning the shoot for three weeks, Balakrishna will tour the US for two weeks. He will participate in few dinner events arranged by several NGOs and will also interact with fans. Balayya’s birthday is planned on a grand scale in the USA only.

None of Balakrishna’s movies have so far crossed the half million mark, but GPS is expected to cross the million dollar mark thanks to Krish and the craze for the film.

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Ileana Rejected Balakrishna’s GPS Offer

Makers of Nandamuri Balakrishna’s 100th movie “Gautamiputhra Satakarni” have roped in veterans like Hema Malini and Kabir Bedi including several leading technicians, but they are still looking for that perfect actress to play leading lady in the film. Several top actresses have so far turned down to play the leading lady of Balakrishna.

Ileana Rejected Balakrishna
Ileana Rejected Balakrishna

Top actress Nayanthara, who acted with Balakrishna in ‘Simha’ and ‘Sri Ramarajyam’, was approached first to play Balakrishna’s queen, but Nayanthara rejected the film citing date issues. Nayan is already busy with a handful of films, and she had no interest to allot bulk dates for Balayya.

Kajal Aggarwal and Anjali were also approached after Nayanthara rejected the film. However, both the ladies refused to romance Balakrishna for an unknown reason.

Goa beauty Ileana, who has been waiting for a long time to make a perfect comeback to the south, was also approached to play the queen opposite Balakrishna, but she has also turned down the project. Ileana was looking to make her comeback with a more glamorous role.

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Mokshagna As Vasishtiputra Pulumavi in GPSK

Nandamuri Balakrishna is currently undergoing training sessions for his next film Gautamiputra Satakarni which is his 100th film. The film is considered as a prestigious film. Krish who is riding high with the amazing success of Kanche is directing and producing the film. Balakrishna is going to play the title role in the period drama which is based on a ruler of Satavahana Dynasty. There is discussion about Balakrishna son Mokshagna making his filmy debut with the film.

NBK Son Mokshagna in Gautamiputra Satakarni
NBK Son Mokshagna in Gautamiputra Satakarni

The makers wants to have Mokshagna to play the role of Vasishtiputra Pulumavi, son of Gautamiputra Satakarni. The youngster will succeed the throne after Gautamiputra Satakarani. The film is going to start on May 9th with a massive schedule at Morocco. Devi Sri Prasad who is in Newyork had already started composing music for the film. The film is expected to hit the floors on 12th January 2017.

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TFI Buzz: NTR Absent For Gautamiputra Satakarni Launch Event?

Nandamuri Balakrishna is trending now in the film industry for the launch of his new film titled Gautamiputra Satakarni. This is a 100th film for Balakrishna in his career. The story of the film is based on the life of the Andhra ruler who is said to have ruled over entire India. Sr NTR planned to do this film but some how it did not materialize. But Balayya is going to make Sr NTR’s dream come true. Telangana Chief Minister K Chandrasekhar Rao, Mega Star Chiranjeevi, Victory Venkatesh and some other prominent personalities from the world of film like Dasari Narayana Rao, Raghavendra Rao, Singeetham Srinivas Rao along with few political personalities were present at the film’s launch event today morning which was held at Annapurna Studios in Hyderabad.

NTR Absent for Gautamiputra Satakarni Event
NTR Absent for Gautamiputra Satakarni Event

Everyone including KCR who was present at the event praised the film unit and also wished the entire film unit a big success. What surprised everyone is that many of Nandamuri family members especially Jr NTR not present at the event. There have been several rumours in the film circles that all is not well between Nandamuri family members. The absence of Jr NTR and Kalyan Ram at the launch of this prestigious mile stone film once again proves that. There is no clarity about Balakrishna inviting him. Most of the film personalities who could not make it to the event wished Balayya and team on their social media profiles. When Nandamuri fans expected a single tweet from Jr NTR about the film, the actor disappointed again with silence.

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Bulgarian Story for Nandamuri Balakrishna

Nandamuri Balakrishna has a humongous fan base in the two Telugu states.

Recently India Today has published a cover story about Balayya and his achievements. It seems that the craze of Balayya is not just limited to the country but it has spread to even Europe.

Balakrishan Bulgarian Story
Balakrishan Bulgarian Story

As per latest reports, a special report on Balakrishna has been published by a noted media house of Bulgaria, a European country. Photos of Balayya as Duryodhana, Abhimanyu, etc were published in the story. Well, the cover story is completely in the Bulgarian language, so there is no chance for fans to read it.

But, it will be great news for fans to know that the image of their favorite hero has spread to other continents too. It may be noted that Baalayya had visited Bulgaria for the shooting of ‘Dictator.’

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Balayya as ‘Sri Krishna Devarayalu’

Nandamuri Balakrishna is known for his roles in folk movies. He proved the true heir of NTR Sr in this aspect.

NBK in Krishna Devaraya Getup
NBK in Krishna Devaraya Getup

It is known that Balakrishna played the role of ‘Sri Krishna Devarayalu’ in his path-breaking science fiction film ‘Aditya 369’. Whenever he goes to the USA to meet Nandamuri fans, Balayya often does ‘Sri Krishna Devarayalu’ getup and utter dialogues much to the entertainment of all.

Now, Balayya is set to do the ‘Sri Krishna Devarayalu’ getup once again. This time, it is for a different cause. Balakrishna will take part in the Lepakshi festivities on 27th and 28th of this month in Hindupur, the constituency he represents. He will enthrall everyone in ‘Sri Krishna Devarayalu’ getup it is said. Preparations for this are currently underway.

Balayya will take a call on his 100th film in March.

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Balakrishna Hits Anchor with Hip

Natasimha Nandamuri Balakrishna is well known for his larger than life roles, powerful punch dialogues and unbelievable stunts on screen.

NBK Hits Anchor with Hip
NBK Hits Anchor with Hip

Most of the people misunderstand him as a serious person but very few people who interact with him know about his jovial nature.He has been indulging in some naughty acts with his heroines and anchors in the recent times.

During promotions of his recent released film ‘Dictator’, Balayya pinched his co-star Anjali in a press meet and shocked all with his naughty act.

Balayya has recently attended the trailer launch of ‘Guntur Talkies’ and addressing the gathering at the event, he reminded anchor Shilpa of an incident when he hit her with his hip at one of the events. Poor Shilpa was complaining with pain for more than a year after being hit by Balayya’s hip.

Balakrishna also made fun of his thigh slapping episode to stop a train in a recent interview.

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Balayya as ‘Ramarao Garu’

As per the latest reports in tinsel town, young director Anil Ravipudi who proved his mettle with Nandamuri Kalyan Ram’s ‘Pataas’, is planning to direct a film starring Balakrishna.

Balayya as Ramarao Garu
Balayya as Ramarao Garu

Well, he has come up with an interesting title for this film too. ‘Ramarao Garu’ is the title in discussion and it has the capability to instantly struck right chord with fans and movie goers.

Anil Ravipudi is currently busy with the shooting of Supreme starring Sai Dharam and Rashi Khanna. He is planning to make Ramarao Garu as his next directorial film starring Balakrishna. DilRaju is currently producing Supreme and he might produce the Balayya starrer as well. This project will take a while to hit the floors as Balakrishna would soon start shooting of Aditya 999.

More details regarding this sensational film are awaited. This will be Balyaya’s 101st film most probably.

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Nandamuri Balakrishna Met KCR

Tollywood actor, Hindupur MLA and TDP Supreme Chandrababu Naidu’s brother-in-law Balakrishna Nandamuri has today met Telangana chief minister K Chandrasekhar Rao in Hyderabad, and the duo had a long chat over various issues.

NBK Meets KCR
NBK Meets KCR

Balayya has reportedly shared the services conducted under Basavatarakam Cancer Hospital under his administration. The Hindupur MLA has asked permission of TRS govt to regulate the norms of the buildings being built in the premises of the Cancer Hospital. He also asked the CM to increase the night-shelters for the relatives of the patients, for which KCR reacted positively.

On the occasion, Balayya has reportedly invited the CM to watch his recent released film ‘Dictator’. When the CM enquired the actor about his 100th flick, Balayya replied that the film will be a sequel to his 90s blockbuster “Aditya 369”. Titled ‘Aditya 999’, it will be directed by Singeetham Sreenivasa Rao and will mark the debut of his son Mokshagna.

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Balakrishna’s ‘Dictator’ goes to Bollywood

Nandamuri Balakrishna’s upcoming action entertainer ‘Dictator’ is all set to land in Bollywood. This film that is making its way for the Sankranti is filming its final portions. As per the sources, Director Sriwass recently met few top producers in Bollywood and shared his idea of remaking ‘Dictator’ in Hindi.

Director Sriwass
Director Sriwass

After listening and cross checking the script that Sriwass has written, the producers accepted to remake this film in Hindi. In the further discussions, the producer talked of casting in Ajay Devgan, as they felt that Ajay would perfectly suit the role. If everything works well, then Sriwass will direct his first Bollywood film sooner.

Dictator that stars Balakrishna also has Anjali and Sonal Chauhan as the heroines. Balakrishna will be seen in a dual role in this film, one of a mafia don and other a market supervisor. The audio of Dictator will be releasing on December 20th in the new capital of AP-Amaravathi. S.S.Thaman composed music for this film.

Eros International and Director Sriwass are jointly producing this film. Kona Venkat-Gopi Mohan duo has given the screenplay for Dictator.

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