Jalagandam - Short Story 4

Sayantram 4:15 ki Raahukaalam vastundanta. Elope Pelli chupulaki vellali ani Daddy kangarupadutunaru. Asale muhurtalu, paddathu la vishayam lo ma vaalu pakka. Time ki reach avutamo ledo ane kangaru lo unte, ah kangaru ni kopam ga marchadanki Railway vaalu kankanam kattukunaru, Train 2 hrs late ga nadustundi. Sarigga 3:55 ki train digam. Kangaru kangaru ga bayataki ochi cab lo bayalderam. Adrushtavashattu, ammayi vala illu station ki daggare avadam tho, 4:08 ki cheripoyam. Asale endalu, deeniki thodu kangaru, oka water bottle mottam ettindi dinchakunda tagesa. Chemata kanapadakunda neat ga tudchukuni car digam.

Sambandham kudirte mavayya ani pilavalsi vache ayana receive cheskunaru. Andaram kurchunam, Endana padi ochamani Kobbari neelu icharu, chalava chestadani taagesam. valla pedda vallu na mida CBI enquiry modalettaru. Lopala ela unna baitki RGV la geera + Gambheeryam kalipi samadhanalu chepa. Ma vallu one side match aipokudadani, konni question adigaru. Elopu cool drinks serve chesaru. Emi tochaka, konchem decent ga oka glass cool drink lepesa.

Oka 15 mins tarvata ammayi ni tisukocharu. Pink saree lo jewellery ad lo heroine la ochindi. Adbhutam ga ani kadu gani, manaki saripadela undi, Kala ga undi. Nijam ga vinayam unna lekapoina, andari mundu konchem vinayam vidheyata pradarshinchindi. Anni telusukune ochina malli edo okati adgalani ma vallu em chaduvukunav, ekada job, etc etc. adigaru, siggu ga ammayi samadhanalu chepindi.

Oka water bottle + Kobbari neelu + Cool drink flow lo kottesa kani, light ga dani ibbandi ipudu telustundi. Bladder fill aindi. Toilet ki vellali, maree pellichupula ki ochi adagalemu kada. Kasepu opika padadam velipotam kada anukunna. Iddaru kalisi vidiga matladukondani peddalu anaru. Nakemo epudu bayata padatama ani undi. Ipudavanni oddu lendi ante, ma vaalu siggu anukuni em parledu antaru. Na kharma. Siggu kadandi babu, emana theda kodite siggu chetu anna vinipinchukore.

iddarni oka room lo pamparu mottaniki. Em jarigina mana manchike, ah washroom edo evariki telikunda ee room lo vadedam, maha aite ammayi mundu paruvu poddi anukunna. kani adedo cinema lo anattu "Daridram bagokapote Samudram lo fish star hotel lo dish aipoinattu", memu kurchuna room ki attached toilet ledante.

Manakemo lopala pravaaham perugutondi, kani ammayi tho dhairyam ga unda ga matladali, impress cheyagalagali. Tadabadutune kasepu evevo matladanu, adiganu, tanu siggu padutu samadhanalu chepindi, konni questions adigindi. Mottaniki oka 20 mins ayaka baitki ochesam. Na varaku ammayi nachindi, migatadi pedda vaala ishtamani chepa. Ammayini vidiga tisukelli matladaru vaala peddalu, tanu em chepindo telidu kani, vaalu navvutune batiki ocharu.

Hammayya ochina pani aipoindi bayalderadam anukunte, Inka migata vishayalu matladadam ani modalu pettaru. Ori nayano, ori devudo ikkade kallu tirigi padipotanemo ani bhayam esindi. Elopu ammayi valla akka koduku, 5 yrs pillodu okadu ochadu. vadi peru edina, na palita matram yamude. Vadi sangati telika da da ani piliste, speed ga ochi potta mida paddadu. Sanchi ninda neelu posi, oka soodi tho guchite emavuddi. na paristhiti ante. 2 to 3 drops came out. Black pant veskunta ante vaddu apashakunam ani ma vaalu aaparu. Light cream pant, zip dagara 2 drops kuda design la kanapadutundi. em cheyalo ardam kaala. Yamudi concept ardam aindi kabbati, vaadu dooram ga velaka, chetilo water glass patukuni, malli vadni da da ananu. esari vadu paddapudu glass mida padeskuni, neelu padipoyayi ani build up iddam anukuna. Elopu vaala amma, oddu uncle water taagutunaru ani apesindi edo devatha la. Maree intati durdrushtavantundi evaru kapadaleru. Ettina glass petestunte, taagu babu ani ma attagaru anaru "Nuvu undavamma, maku telavada" ani manasu lo anukuni, china sip vesi glass petta. Ninda munigina vaadiki chali emiti.

Em jarigina sare bayataki velle daka piki legakudadu ani fix ayya. ee lopu, ma bavamaridi, akka tho photo diguduru gani randi ani lakkelladu. Gumpu lo kanapadakunda, cheyyi addam ga petti manage cheskuni ochesa. Maatalu anni aipoyayi peddala vi, untamandi ani cheppi bayalderam. Illu daati vellabotunte, okka nimisham ani pilupu ochindi lopala nunchi. Pelli kuturu special ga na kosam tayaru chesindi ani chepi Milk shake techi icharu. Nene taagalanta. Na mansu lo "Oka manishi entakani sahistadandi naku ardam kadu. Anyayaniki kuda addu aapu undodda. Liquids tho champestara andi manushulni" anukuna. Tappela ledu inka eroju anukuni, tagabotundaga yamudu devudi ochadu. Manam plan cheyakundane vadu thosina thopu li glass mida padipoindi. Wow, What a Save anukunna. Andaru shock ayi serious ga chustunte, nenokkadne em parledu em parledu ani navvutunna. Ah buddodni ettukuni gattiga muddu pettukunna. Naku pichemo anukuntunaru vaalu, na jattakam bagundi anukuna nenu.

Ipudu ah yamudu alias Devudu aina Ma "Likhit" gadi pelli ke veltunam. Enduko ah situation gurtochindi daari lo..................

Baahubali 3 - Short Story 3

మహేంద్ర బాహుబలి సారధ్యం లో మాహిష్మతి సామ్రాజ్యం విస్తరించడం మొదలయింది. చుట్టు పక్కల రాజ్యాలన్ని బాహుబలి వీరోచిత పోరాటానికి దాసోహం అయిపోయాయి.

కొడుకుని మనవడ్ని మట్టుబెట్టిన బాహుబలి కి రాజ్యాధికారం దక్కడం చూసి బిజ్జల దేవ తట్టుకోలేకపోయాడు. పైకి మారిపోయినట్టు నటిస్తూనే పగ తీర్చుకోవడానికి సరైన అవకాశం కోసం ఎదురు చూస్తున్నాడు.

కొత్తగా మహిష్మతి సైన్యం లో దీరుడైన కార్తికేయ ని సైన్యాధ్యక్షుడు గానియమిస్తారు. ఇతనికి యుద్ధ ప్రావీణ్యం తో పాటు రాజ్య పాలన అనే దురాశ కూడా ఎక్కువే. ఇతని సంగతి తెలుసుకున్న బిజ్జల దేవ, మచ్చిక చేసుకుంటాడు. మహేంద్ర బాహుబలి ని అంతమొందిస్తే, మహిష్మతి సింహాసనం కార్తికేయ కి ఇప్పిస్తానని ఆశ పెడతాడు.

ఇలా ఉండగా ఉత్తర దిక్కు నుంచి షేర్ ఖాన్ దండయాత్ర చేసుకుంటూ వస్తున్నాడు. బాహుబలి ని అంతం చేయాలంటే అది షేర్ ఖాన వల్లే సాధ్యం అని కార్తికేయ నమ్మకం.

ఉదయ్ గఢ్ సామ్రాజ్యం మీద షేర్ ఖాన్ దాడికి సమాయత్తం అవుతున్నాడని వేగు ద్వారా తెలుసుకున్న కార్తికేయ, అతని కన్నా ముందు ఉదయ్ గఢ్ మీద మాహిష్మతీ దాడి చేస్తే అప్పుడు షేర్ ఖాన్ కోపంతో మాహిశ్మతి మీద యుద్ధం ప్రకటిస్తాడు అని ఆలోచిస్తాడు.

సైనికుల తో పాటు కట్టప్ప అడవిలో  వేట కి  వెళ్తా డు. తన వెనుక గానే వెళ్లి సైనికులు ని,
కట్టప్ప నీ చంపేస్తాడు కార్తికేయ. కానీ ఇదంతాఉదయ్ గఢ్ రాజ్యం చేయించిందని బాహుబలి ని నమ్మిస్తాడు.

కట్టప్ప మృతి తో ఉద్రేకం చెందిన బాహుబలి ఉదయ గఢ్ మీద యుద్ధం ప్రకటిస్తాడు. ఉదయ్ గఢ్ ని జయించడం అంత సులువు కాదు, దానికి కాపలా గా వంద మంది సైనికుల తో సమానమైన కాళ భైరవ ఉంటాడు.

బాహుబలి సైన్యంతో ఉదయ్ గఢ్ మీద యుద్ధానికి బయల్దేరాడు. వారం రోజుల యుద్ధం తర్వాత మహేంద్ర బాహుబలి మరియు కాళ భైరవ ఒకరికి ఒకరు ఎదుట పడతారు. కత్తుల తో ఉత్కంఠ పోరు జరుగుతోంది.

ఇద్దరిలో ఎవరో ఒకరు గెలవబోయే సమయంలో

"పరీక్ష కి చదవకుండా మొద్దు నిద్ర ఏంట్రా అని అమ్మ మొట్టికాయ పెట్టగానే నిద్ర లేచిపోయా."

The Surprise - Short Story 2

Rahul is synonym for flirt. He has 3 girl friend's and managed them well. Priya was his college friend who came to contact through FB after many years. Sanjana was his ex-colleague who is fond of Rahul's humour. Shruthi is his partner in Dance class and Gym. Since all 3 are from different backgrounds and no chance of acquaintance anywhere, Rahul never had any problems. He showed lot of caring and love towards them, but whenever they raised topic of marriage, he never answered properly.

Kriti, the new girl in his office has disturbed everyone's dreams. With the skillset our flirt possesses, he was able to get the chance to get close to Kriti. As time passed, Kriti got attracted to Rahul. Kriti's birthday is in couple of days. This is her 1st birthday out of her hometown and Rahul wanted her to surprise her with a diamond ring. To his luck, none of his girl friends are in town. Priya went for friend's marriage, Sanjana was on a tour with colleagues and Shruthi went for a seminar. 

Rahul planned a romantic dinner in the evening where he planned to reveal the surprise gift. Kriti also said her childhood friend would join for dinner. Rahul thought it would be double Bonanza and agreed for it.

They reached the restaurant and ordered food. While Kriti was waiting for her friend, Rahul hid the ring in his hand and asked Kriti to close her eyes. He opened the palm in front of her and asked her to open eyes and shouted SURPRISE!!!! Just at the moment Kriti's friend arrived. Surprise was the last shout of Rahul. He was shell shocked seeing Kriti's friend and almost had a heart attack.

No she is not one of the 3 girlfriends.

She is Shailu!

Rahul's Wife.....

RIP Rahul.

Mayukh's Proposal - Short Story 1

10^th December

Outside Prasad IMAX Theatre

Morning 11:00 AM

Loud horns of vehicles, screams of kids, songs from FM, nothing is reaching the ear of Mayukh. He could only hear his heart beat which is running faster than Japan’s bullet train. Reason for this over speed driving is his decision - PROPOSE to his girl Akshara today.

Mayukh had an unsuccessful love story in college, so he wants to be more cautious now. Akshara is a strong independent girl who expresses everything and anything boldly. Met through common friends, both have been hanging out for 6 months. Mayukh is confident that Akshara likes him, but not sure if it is to the extent of having a relationship?

It’s his BIG day today. His mind is running with weird thoughts and wild questions. What will be her reaction? Yes, No, Sorry, Shut Up, Idiot, I though u were my Brother, etc? If yes, then Sky is the limit? If she wants time, still it’s a positive? What if No? How to convince her? Will she keep to herself or tell all common friends? Would it be embarrassing for him? And so on.....

Akshara has arrived in a cool denim blue jeans and new red top. Though she was looking stunning in it, Mayukh's mind is revolving around the colour of her top RED – Is it a symbol for violent reaction, Is it symbol to stop - don’t proceed ahead, Is it a hint for him to think before saying? Etc., He hid all his feelings inside, zipped it and uncovered his usual joyful self he used to be. He wants to create everything is normal. Everyone has an artist inside, but to perform naturally in crucial stage is what saves you.

They enjoyed a movie, had lunch at restaurant, went for a ride to necklace road. Time is moving, but Mayukh is waiting for the right moment to initiate the conversation. He saw Lord Buddha’s statue in the middle of Hussain Sagar and thought he could be his saviour. He needs to negate the red top with peace and who else can be better option than Lord Buddha. Took a boat ride to the statue, had some pics and sat together. Cool breeze in the evening, surrounded by water, perfect weather and timing. Prayed to all the Gods whom he saw or heard ever in his lifetime, collected all his courage together and started the conversation:-

M – Tell me one thing, how come you still don’t have a boy friend. You are good looking, clever, fun-loving, but still Single, Why?

A – Is it mandatory to have a boy friend to have fun in life?

M – I didn’t mean that. I’m saying, with such a combo, guys would have been falling behind you, so didn’t you find anyone suitable

A – Nothing like that! I didn’t think in those lines. I think when time comes everything falls in place. I’m happy the way I’m now, why complicate things?

M -  But I’ve made up my mind! I strongly feel it’s time for me to have a serious relationship.

A – Oh Wow! This is news!  So, who is that lucky Girl!

(This was the answer Mayukh has been waiting for, this has set platform for smooth execution. This is like a No ball in T20, which allows for a Free hit)

M – How could you say “Lucky”. I’m nothing special or ideal. I’ve my pros and cons, lose my temper now and then, doesn’t come from a rich family or the smartest in the lot?

A – Oh Come on! All those are secondary. Everyone has their pros and cons. Looks, financial status doesn’t assure a strong and true relationship. It depends on the individual’s dedication and love towards the other person. As far as i have seen, you are very affectionate and caring! Has good sense of humour, understands other person’s feelings, and never hurts anyone. You could be a good partner for sure.

(Now the free hit ball has been over-pitched and is ideal to be hit for a 6 without a doubt)

M – Thanks for your kind words! What I feel is, I’m just like any other guy. I’m not unique or special. I shout when I feel angry, I would be silent when I feel sad, I laugh loudly when i have fun.

But, Yes, when I love someone, I make sure won’t hurt her feelings, take utmost care of her, respect her ideologies and freedom, give her space and have my own, spend hours of time for her shopping, have small quarrels and say sorry, won’t lose a relationship because of ego. Most importantly, won’t break her trust.

(Now this is the moment)

Don’t take me wrong or think I am taking advantage, if you are interested, if you are comfortable, if you really like, I would like to make you that “LUCKY” girl. (And that’s a Six)

You are the most beautiful soul I ever met. You won’t bluff, you don’t have any filters. You express yourself freely. You are strong and independent girl. I can be myself with you, need not customise to your interests, because we almost have common preferences. In fact, I would be the “LUCKY” one, if partnered with you.

(Silence all around. Mayukh has delivered the best speech of his career. Akshara is a bit perplexed)

Mayukh continues – Don’t worry, you need not respond immediately. You can take your time. I’m ok even if it is NO. I just wanted to express my feelings openly, Cannot hide it forever and then feel bad for not expressing. You have been a very good friend and shall remain same.

(Akshara is still in freeze mode. Neither angry nor normal. To ease out things, Mayukh slowly brings the conversation to normal)

M - You look fabulous today. Firstly i was worried looking at the Red top. Symbol of violence or Stop. Should i express or not. Later I thought, it could also mean a Red Rose, which we use for expressing love. So, went ahead.

A – So shall we leave, its getting late. Mom has started calling already!

M – Ok Sure. Hey, one more thing! If at all you accept the proposal, we get into a relationship, I know I am thinking long ahead, but still, if anyone asks, what did he gift to propose and you  shouldn’t be answering “Nothing”. To avoid that, please have this.

(He gifted her a Titan Raaga watch of the design she chose while doing window shopping a week back along with him)

Though Akshara refused to take, Mayukh kept it in her hand and moved on.

Mayukh’s last line after saying Bye – I would be Waiting!

At night, 9:30 PM, message from Akshara ”Why Yee Yes”

Bharat Ane Nenu - Review

Mahesh Babu's recent form has been poor with 2 back to back disasters in the form of Brahmotsavam and SPYder. He's teaming up with Koratala Siva again after Srimanthudu this time for bouncing back. Siva had 3 successive blockbusters in his credit - Mirchi, Srimanthudu, Janata Garage.

Story - Bharat had to take up CM's post after untimely demise of his father. Bought up in London, Bharat finds the society and system odd and he vows to reform it. In the process of bringing change, he becomes target for many. How did Bharat execute his plans and did he keep up his promise forms the story!

Performances - Mahesh was ultra stylish in formals as CM and as usual he was truthful to the character. He was natural and made CM character believable, which is not an easy task. Kiara as female lead was refreshing and cute. Screenspace is restricted considering the story. Prakash Raj was apt for the role and his acting was flawless. Sharat Kumar as Mahesh's father was good in the limited period. Brahmaji, Ravi Shankar, Posani, Rao Ramesh, Surya, Ajay performed to their capabilities and requirement.

Technicians - Background score was very haunting. Songs were ok. Art work in Vasumathi song and Vachadayyo songs is superb. Fights were well canned. Dialogues written were very good and commendable. Siva strictly adhered to the story and did not deviate much, at the same time kept mass and heroism elements intact for fans, which is his strength.

Highlights -

Durhamahal fight

Press meet

Mahesh's flawless acting

Negatives -

Run time

Slow narration

Non-catchy songs

Summary - You get references of Shekar Kammula's Leader at many junctures. However, the screenplay is engaging and won't feel bore. Good acting + Narration makes this a deadly combo. As per sentiment Mahesh's 2nd or more attempts with a director who gave a hit, failed earlier. Okkadu-Arjun-Sainikudu, Athadu-Khaleja, Pokiri-Businessman, Dookudu-Aagadu. However, Koratala Siva broke this belief and scored a hit again. I personally feel, Bharat Ane Nenu is better than Srimanthudu. They have a winner on hand and with summer vacation and 2 weeks time for next Biggie, Sky is the limit.

Rating - 3.25/5

Koratala Shiva Ane Nenu, Mahesh Babu fans ki Hami istunanu

Andhra Special Category Status Vs Tamilnadu Jallikattu Movement

All the parties and politicians are playing a mind boggling blame game regarding denial of special status to Andhra Pradesh, which is quite evident. Till last year, none of them raised their voice loudly on this subject and sudden love for this subject is purely because of the 2019 General Elections. Everyone wants them to be trusted on their efforts and should not be blamed for the denial of special status. More than pressuring centre and protesting against them, AP political parties are mud-slinging on each other, which is Pathetic. No one is exception for this.

 Why do we need a Leader for People’s Revolution

 These parties are not going join hands and fight together, it’s clear. Everyone has their own ego and everyone wants their share of glory, if at all the revolution succeeds (Just like KCR became Mahatma of Telangana). But, why do we need a Leader for People’s Revolution. Can’t we fight on our own for our rights and future?

Jalli Kattu – A Case Study

 Take “Pro-JalliKattu Protest” that happened in Tamilnadu - January 2017 as a case study for Inspiration. Supreme court banned Jallikattu in 2014 based on the complaint of PETA, as it causes harm to animals. But for Tamilians it was part of their culture for Pongal and they have decided to fight against Supreme court ruling. This leaderless revolution was most peaceful yet impactful in recent times. There was no Party flag or a politician who lead it. Youth gathered in huge numbers in Marina beach and stood together against all odds and succeeded. Their unity and determination, made the politicians and parties come together and send representation to centre. Even the film industry came together on one stage and extended their support.                         

Positives to get inspired from this movement is, they did not go to Jantar mantar or Delhi to protest. They did not obstruct functioning of Parliament. There was no Leader or Face for their movement. It was a people’s revolution. Most importantly, no VIOLENCE. All this was to protect their culture. But special category status is life and death for us. The future of generations to come is dependent on this. Shouldn’t we do more than the Jallikattu movement.

Remember Samaikyandhra Udyamam

We too have our share of peaceful and impactful revolutions. Remember our Samaikyandhra Udhyamam. When the then Home Minister Chidambaram announced that the process of forming a separate Telangana would be started, whole Rayalseema and Seemandhra came onto roads. Government Employees, Students, Advocates, Politicians joined together and started revolution. The result might not be in favour, but our voices were heard and centre had to delay the process. End of the day, Centre has gone ahead as they have given their promise. Even the divided Andhra Pradesh was also given promises, by both Government and Opposition. A reorganisation bill has been passed. When they don’t obey the same and hurt our sentiments, snatch our opportunities, stall our growth, do we still need a LEADER or a PARTY to lead us ????? Can't we fight on our own?

It's

DC

What Clicked in Rangasthalam !!!

Rangasthalam

This movie is on rampage now, both in India & Overseas. It has been an unanimous appreciation pouring on the team since its 1st show and it got bigger and bigger with time. Everyone associated with the film have got their due recognition and appreciation.

There is something special about the movie that made everyone love it and own it. Both Sukumar and Charan have been in Tollywood for more than a decade. but individually they have never got such applause earlier.

Major chunk of Credit of Magadheera should go to Rajamouli which is understandable. Sukumar's Arya was fresh and unique concept at that time. He made intelligent thrillers later (Arya 2, Nenokkadine, Nannaku Prematho) but never reached the standards of Rangasthalam.

So "What Clicked in Rangasthalam".

80's Village Backdrop & Looks of Lead Cast

Attire and looks of Ram Charan was very raw, intense and refreshing. Samantha without make up was natural beauty, unlike her regular roles. Initial posters and Title with 80's era and village backdrop ignited the interest in everyone.

Musical Magic

DSP's all 5 songs were runaway hit. All instruments sticked to village environment and Music is Original. Chandrabose's lyrics were widely appreciated having meaningful words and underlying message.

Engaging Teaser & Trailers

Teasers & Trailers created the right impact and set the expectations high. Chitti Babu's slang, histrionics caught the attention of all. An element of suspense was felt with the Trailer along with an assurance of ample entertainment.

Stellar Performances from All

Casting was apt and everyone gave their best performance. None of the lead actors have played such pure rural backdrop role and they excelled in it, which spell a magic. Aadhi was perfect as elder brother. Jagapathi Babu had less dialogues but still shown very powerful and menacing. Anasuya as "Rangamattha" had a meaty role of supporting character and she struck the right notes. Samantha, who played modern or Urban youth all the time, had just switched over to a proper village girl and the transformation has been phenomenal. Dubbing for Samantha has also helped in the cause. Prakash Raj justified his presence with short but important role.

When a Mass Star keeps his image aside

Though Ram Charan has lived upto the expectations of Megastar's son in terms of mass image, never was there an appreciation in terms of his acting capabilities, excluding Magadheera. Understandably, all his roles were mass pleasing like Racha, Naayak, Yevadu, Dhruva. Ram Charan did very differently and specially for Rangasthalam. He didn't plat Chitti Babu, he lived it. Performance was flawless and hit the right chord. Character with hearing impaired & aggressive behaviour is not an easy combo and he owned it. Comic timing, Expressions, Emotions, Diction, Dance and Fights, he was unstoppable. Such performances come up only when you allow story to take the lead role and keep your starry massy image aside. One such role which registered so deeply with people recently was Arjun Reddy.

Technical Brilliance

Ratnavelu has given the best view of Godavari backdrop villages with his Photography. The Art work is also excellent in the moview. Costumes of the artists was subtle and apt for the era and backdrop. Background music was of another level lifting the movie.

When Sukumar did a Rajamouli

Sukumar has done something Rajamouli has been doing consistently well. Show the antagonist powerful, menacing & unbeatable. Suppress the protagonist, make him helpless and desperate. Delay the first impact as much as possible and Hit at peak emotion. The scene where Chitti Babu hits Sheshu Naidu for using foul mouth on grand-mother was need of the hour. Background score of DSP elevated it to another level. Similarly, the nomination submission and Chitti Babu addressing "Phanindra Bhupathi" by name were few other episodes which are highlights. Similarly, song of Kumar Babu's last rites and search for the killers had an emotional bonding with audience. Unlike Sukumar's core strength of intelligent screenplay and mind games, this revenge was pure, passionate and raw.

Keeping all the box office records that Rangasthalam breaks aside, Chitti Babu is going to remain in people's hearts forever, just like "Balu of Toliprema".


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