Upasana Kamineni Konidela is a strong believer in spirituality. Recently, she spoke about her devotion to Sai Baba. “My husband is devoted to Ayyappa Swamy, and I have faith in Sai Baba.

Since childhood, my grandparents and parents at home were very devout. Once, during a difficult time in my life, they told me to ‘perform the Sai Baba vratam (ritual) just once.’ Unexpected changes began in my life only after I started reading that story,” Upasana shared.

When I was entering the film industry, a great person I met was Sri Shivashakti Datta Garu. He taught me a great deal about literature, the guru-disciple relationship, and my perspective on cinema concerning social issues. As everyone knows, he was not only a writer and director but also a great painter.

I had the privilege of organizing exhibitions of his self-painted oil paintings. In 2012, I actively worked on the exhibition program of his paintings. It was then that Sri Shivashakti Datta Garu introduced me to prominent personalities like SS. Rajamouli Garu, Raghavendra Rao Garu, Rama Naidu Garu, Krish Garu, and M.M. Keeravani Garu.

After that, our journey together was very emotional. He used to visit our home and spend the whole day cheerfully with us. We all used to celebrate his birthday as well.

If I keep recounting, there are countless memories…
Beyond all this, his knowledge of film stories was immense. He taught me the process of writing film stories and introduced a new approach to Telugu grammar and Telugu literature.

The acquaintance with Shivashakti Garu is a priceless memory I gained in my life.
It’s very saddening that he has left us all yesterday. Telugu cinema has lost a cultural treasure.
–Bandook Lakshman

Mass Maharaja Ravi Teja’s brother, actor Raghu’s son, young chap Madhav is stepping into films as a hero with the rural rustic movie “Maremma.” This high-octane project is being directed by Manchala Nagaraj and produced by Mayur Reddy Bandaru under the Moksha Arts banner, marking their Production No. 1.

The film features Deepa Balu as the leading lady opposite Madhav, with Vinod Kumar, Vikas Vashishta, Dayanand Reddy, and V.S. Roopa Lakshmi playing important roles. Prashanth Anki Reddy is handling the cinematography, and Prashanth R Vihari is composing the music. Dev Rathod is the editor, and Rajkumar Murugeshan is the art director.

“Kingdom” is one of the major films being made in Telugu. Vijay Deverakonda, Satyadev, and Bhagyashree Borse play the lead roles in this film, which is directed by Gautam Tinnanuri. Suryadevara Naga Vamsi and Sai Soujanya are producing it under the banners of Sithara Entertainments and Fortune Four Cinemas, presented by Srikara Studios.

There are huge expectations among the audience for “Kingdom.” The already released teaser and the song ‘Hrudayam Lopala’ have garnered significant attention. Vijay’s fans, along with all movie lovers, are eagerly awaiting the release of “Kingdom.” The film crew has officially announced that “Kingdom” will be released worldwide on July 31, 2025.

“Mr. Soldier from Military Madhavaram” is an inspiring film produced by V.R.M. Patnayak and U.S.N. Patnayak under the Sri Dharani Arts banner, directed by Balaji Mutyala. The film is based on the ideal village of “Military Madhavaram,” located approximately 13 kilometers from Tadepalligudem Mandal in the East Godavari district of Andhra Pradesh, India.

All production activities for the film are complete, and it is now ready for release in the second week of August.
The director and producers expressed their gratitude, especially to the Ex-Servicemen’s Association and the people of Military Madhavaram village for their significant support and cooperation during the film’s production.
Film Credits:
* Music: Markandeya. P
* DOP: Sriram
* Art: Vijayakrishna
* Cast: Prudhviraju, Golisoda Madhu, Srinivas Dampagala, Gopinath, Omkar, Shivam Kiran, Zoo, Rajanala Eshwar Sreelu, Madhu Priya, Swapnasri, Adiya, Madhushree, Kanaka Durgamma
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* PRO: Rambabu Media House
* Screenplay, Direction: Balaji Mutyala
* Producers: V.R.M. Patnayak, U.S.N. Patnayak