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Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Upendra Limaye of Animal fame all set to make his Kannada debut
Having wowed audiences nationwide with his portrayal of Freddy Patil in Sandeep Reddy Vanga's film Animal, National Award-winning actor Upendra Limaye is now set to make his Kannada debut. Upendra will soon be seen in a pivotal role in director Kishore Bhargav 's upcoming film, which features Rishi in the lead. Kishore, who earlier worked as an associate director with Ram Gopal Varma and made his directorial debut with the Kannada film Stalker, reveals that casting Upendra was a decision born out of admiration. 'His performance in Animal blew me away. While writing this character, I couldn't think of anyone else,' shares the filmmaker. In the Kannada film, Upendra plays the role of Vasant Rao, who is 'wacky, aggressive, and funny'. Notably, the role comes with an unusual twist: the character suffers from misophonia, a condition where specific sounds trigger intense emotional or behavioural reactions. 'Vasant Rao is unpredictable. His aggression stems from his sensitivity to sound, but that's also where a lot of the film's humour lies,' says Kishore. A connection with Karnataka 'My mother is from Belagavi, so Kannada feels like my mother tongue—it's a language of love,' says the veteran actor, who is widely celebrated for his work in Marathi cinema.
Hans India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hans India
RaPo's ‘Andhra King Thaluka' crucial schedule underway in Hyderabad
Energetic Star Ram Pothineni is all set to enthrall audiences with his upcoming unique action entertainer Andhra King Thaluka, directed by Mahesh Babu P. The film is being produced by Naveen Yerneni and Y. Ravi Shankar under the prestigious Mythri Movie Makers banner. Adding to the excitement, Kannada superstar Upendra plays a powerful role as 'Superstar Suryakumar,' bringing his signature screen presence to this high-energy drama. The film promises to deliver a gripping narrative with strong performances. Currently, a crucial schedule is underway at the Aluminium Factory in Hyderabad, where key talkie portions featuring Ram and Upendra are being shot. Scenes between the two stars are said to be major highlights of the film and are expected to leave a lasting impact. Ram will be seen in a role unlike any he has played before, further raising anticipation. The recently released title glimpse on Ram's birthday received an overwhelming response, generating strong buzz around the project. The film stars Bhagyashri Borse as the female lead. With a talented cast, unique storyline, and rich production values, Andhra King Thaluka is shaping up to be a grand cinematic experience. Cinematography is by Siddhartha Nuni, music by Vivek–Mervin, editing by National Award-winner Sreekar Prasad, and production design by Avinash Kolla.
New Indian Express
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
Upendra's Bhargava officially commences, Arpit Ranka joins the cast
Bhargava, marking the collaboration of Real Star Upendra and director Naganna, officially began its journey with a simple muhurath on Friday. Backed by producer KP Surrappa Babu, the film will enter production on June 23. Upendra, who is currently juggling multiple projects, including Coolie and his Telugu ventures, will soon join the sets of Bhargava. Adding freshness to this action-packed entertainer is Ankita Amar, who plays the female lead and shares screen space with Upendra for the first time.
Time of India
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Had I directed Upendra's cult classics, I would've retired happily: Sukumar
Acclaimed filmmaker Sukumar paid tribute to Kannada superstar Upendra during the teaser launch event of the Telugu film Seetha Payanam in Hyderabad on Wednesday. Reflecting on Upendra's work, Sukumar said, 'I haven't seen any director with the kind of madness and frenzy that Upendra brings to his films. Honestly, if I had directed those films, I would have happily retired. That's how iconic they are.' Recalling the influence of Upendra's cult classics — Om, A, and Upendra — Sukumar noted how these bold and innovative films reshaped Indian cinema 's narrative landscape. Sukumar also credited Upendra's influence on his own screenwriting style, saying, 'Every director has taken inspiration from him. Whatever screenplay brilliance you notice in my films today is influenced by those three cult classics. I've shamelessly borrowed from him.' Every director has taken inspiration from him. Whatever screenplay brilliance you notice in my films today is influenced by those three cult classics— Om, A, and Upendra Currently, Sukumar is engaged in the pre-production phase of his next major project starring Ram Charan . Upendra, meanwhile, is in the city to shoot for his next Telugu film with Ram Pothineni . - TNN Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
Time of India
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Sukumar says he'd have retired happily if he had directed Upendra's cult classics
The much-awaited teaser launch of the Telugu film 'Seetha Payanam' was graced by acclaimed filmmaker and Kannada superstar , who were invited as chief guests in Hyderabad. The movie introduces , daughter of actor-director Arjun Sarja, in her debut as the lead actress. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Sukumar hails Upendra's visionary cinema As per a Gulte report, Sukumar took the opportunity to praise Upendra, calling him a unique visionary in cinema. He recalled how films like 'Om', 'A', and 'Upendra' had a profound impact on him, describing them as bold and groundbreaking works that left a lasting impression. The 'Pushpa' director said "I haven't seen any director with the kind of madness and frenzy that Upendra brings to his films. Om, A, and Upendra, these films blew me away. Honestly, if I had directed them, I would've happily retired. That's how iconic they are." Upendra's influence on Sukumar's screenwriting Sukumar also revealed that Upendra's films have deeply influenced his own screenwriting style. He openly admitted that much of the storytelling brilliance seen in his movies today draws inspiration from those cult classics. "Every director has taken inspiration from him. Whatever screenplay brilliance you notice in my films today is influenced by those three cult classics. I've shamelessly borrowed from him," he said. On the work front, Sukumar is currently busy with the pre-production of his next big project starring Ram Charan. This film marks a reunion for the director and actor after their blockbuster 'Rangasthalam'. On the other hand, Upendra was last seen in the sci-fi dystopian thriller 'UI' released in December 2024 and is gearing up for a high-profile role in the much-anticipated Tamil film 'Coolie'. Directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, Coolie stars the legendary Rajinikanth, and Upendra will be playing the character Kaleesha. This marks Upendra's return to Tamil cinema after a long gap since 'Satyam'.
