Sankranti Movies Verdict 2016 – A Statistical Report

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January 18, 2016

Sankranti Movies Verdict 2016 – A Statistical Report

The stakes were high and the bets completed. Of the four films to release this Sankranti, there is a unanimous feeling that all the four films were different from each other and belonging to different genres. This is wonderful news for Tollywood that it selected four different varieties of films for releasing this Sankranti which gave a wide variety of choice for the movie-goers.

For those who want conventional masala fare, Balayya’s “Dictator” film has been a good bet for them to see things familiar – item songs, punch dialogues, multiple heroines and bashing of villains. For those who want the flavour of something different and intelligent with the requirement to use your brains, “Nannaku Prematho” serves the perfect fare as the smartest film with the unique avatar of NTR, the confrontationist charisma of Jagapathi Babu and the extra glamour of Rakul Preet Singh. Even though many don’t agree with dumb way in which the villain becomes a pauper in the second half, the movie has cast its spell on the audience and being released a few days before Sankranti gives it an extra edge in collections.

For the youthful audience who are looking for non-stop entertainment and tons of comedy, “Express Raja” is a surprise pack at Sankranti. Excellent production values, power-packed comedy scenes and towering performance by Saptagiri and Prabhas Seenu besides the style of Sharwanand are drawing the audiences in droves. And finally, the real Sankranti festivities and the glamour of village life in all its rich forms are available in only one movie – which is making the rural masses and those who like the quieter pleasures of life flock to – “Soggade Chinni Nayana”. With a crazy title, attractive dialect, unique Socio-fantasy angle and the power-packed performance of King Nagarjuna, SCN is on its way to be a blockbuster for Sankranti even though it released a day later.

Finally, all four films, by their varied genres and diverse fan bases of the heroes have the potential to rake in the moolah at the box-office. The good news again is that all of them are made on reasonable budgets and should make quicker bucks.

From an ROI perspective :

“Nannaku Prematho” is the costliest of the lot to make money and the extra day of release in the long weekend should hold it in good stead. With a budget of Rs.40 crores, it is already counting upwards of 35.5 Crores in India and USA for 5 days. “Nannaku Prematho” has collected a cumulative share of Rs.28.5 crores share for 5 days in the domestic markets as per Reliance Entertainments representative Shibasish Sarkar, and has collected another 7 Crores Share ( $1.63M Gross = $1.04M Share) in the USA market.It could well end up collecting over Rs.45 crores making it a decent hit. However, to be termed as a hit by all corners, this movie needs to be sustain reasonably in second week too. B,C Centers were seen drop in collections already while A Centers and Overseas are holding up good.

“Dictator” is the only white elephant which can make good money in the B and C centers and the areas where Balayya fans feast on his movies like Coastal Andhra and Rayalaseema regions. Made at around Rs.27-30 crores,collected 15.1 Crores share in 5 days (including today) in Telugu states and in USA disaster obviously.It has less chance to break even through theatrical rights but with satellite rights it may close to break even for producers. It could still end up collecting as much as the weekend passes as the talk is paisa vasool in B,C Centers.

Note : Dictator share of Karnataka and other non-telugu states is not included, we will update as we know

“Soggade Chinni Nayana” is made at a cost of Rs.18-19 crores and may go into profit pool once the collections cross Rs.20 crores. Historically, no Nagarjuna film (except “Manam” which had a different appeal because of ANR) had ever crossed Rs.35 crores. “Soggade Chinni Nayana” in 3 days had collected 10.4 Crores Share in Telugu States,2 Crore share in USA( $533K Gross), 1 crore from Karnataka and other indian states.

From a ROI, Currently sitting at 13.4 Crores share, if SCN crosses Rs.30 crores mark, the film will make 1.57 times return on investment for Producer Nagarjuna.

“Express Raja” is likely to make the good ROI. Express Raja has collected 3.97 Crores share in first four days in telugu states, 85 lakhs share in USA ($253K Gross) and Total 4.82 Crores share.Made at an moderate cost of Rs.8 Crores, it is likely to end up collecting around Rs.10 crores share which means an ROI of 1.25 times. Now, that is the power of ROI versus collections mania usually measured in Tollywood.

India and USA Shares :

1. Nannaku Prematho 5 days : 35.5 Crores
2. Soggade Chinni Nayana 3 days : 13.4 Crores
3. Dictator 5 days : 15.1 Crores
4. Express Raja 4 days : 4.82 Crores

Note : Dictator share of Karnataka and other non-telugu states is not included, we will update as we know

In summary, the Sankranti promises to be a good money-spinning proposition for distributors as all the four genre films may end up making money for the distributors because of the average-to-above-average talk for all the films. It is only the producer who may have different returns on investment. But at the moment, nobody is complaining this Sankranti and after the good run of “Nenu Sailaja” which ushered in the new year 2016, Tollywood is happy with the crop of Sankranti.

Dictator Movie Review : For Fans and Mass Audience

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January 14, 2016

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Dictator Movie Review

Balakrishna’s date with Sankranti comes with a promising title “Dictator”. But the film is the much-publicized 99th film before his most ambitious film, the 100th film goes on the floors in some time. You needed a plot which doesn’t over-complicate like some of NBK’s recent films like “Lion” or go over the top like “Legend” with all the Hungary. You just needed a low-profile film which promises all the masala menu that Sankranti audiences and Balayya fans expect in as much no-frills fashion as possible

Story:

Balayya is a Manager in a retail supermarket chain called Dharma Food Stores. Already married, a girl Sonal Chauhan gatecrashes into his life who brings a set of woes that make Balakrishna fight the villains who torment her in search of her missing brother Rajiv Kanakala. A few imaginary duets with her and many gigs with colony mates later come a few fights that show the pent-up emotions of Balakrishna. Promptly comes the interval block which show that Balakrishna is not an employee of Dharma Food stores but something far bigger than that – a “Dictator” but a benevolent dictator who is a do-Goodyear to nice people but a scorcher for baddies. The second half is more serious but comes with a flashback that continues the preview of the dictator at interval time. A soulful romance with Anjali whom he marries is shown and how she changes Balayya and his business practices. There are no surprises in the movie except in the choice of the villains and a few good men. Kulbushan Karbhanda is the good man who inspires Balayya and Rati Agnihotri (the “Ek Duje Ke Liye” girl) is the main villain.

Lead actors:

Balayya deliberately keeps a no-frills look with a heap of wiggy hair and costumes that look colorful. His face shows the age but he could have done better with the stubble that has kept company with him in the last decade. His dialogue delivery is the same but the choice of dialogues and the quality of dialogues is a bit different and fresh compared to the loudness it exudes usually. You find dialogues on Vastu shastra, the dignity of cinema artists, the Gross Domestic Product of the country and how it impacts the rest of the world, and on Good and Bad politicians. Of course, all the dialogues have to find a delineation with the dynasty of Nandamuri family and the subtle insinuations to the children of a lesser God. (Wonder if there is a new blood group discovered called “N” or “N positive”.) The two heroines Anjali and Sonal Chauhan fill in the glamor for the film alongwith the double-treat of two girls as item song dolls – Mumaith Khan and Shraddha Das. Thank God, there is no Hansika again which shows Balayya can mix variety with monotony. Comedy-wise, except Pridhviraj the rest of the artists don’t fire big time. Prudhvi is at the top of his form and he tries to salvage the sole comedy in the film in the first half but his lines are that appealing as written in “Loukyam”. Anjali in her original voice captures the hearts with some excellent lines which appeal to the middle-class troubles of urban India. Together, Balayya and Anjali sizzle.

Direction:

Sriwaas is a director who has been turning some good hits of late – “Loukyam” which came in 2014 ringed in cash at the box office. He picks a story that is apt for doing minimum maintenance activity before the Balayya server hits peak traffic for Sankranti. The climax is not spectacular and somewhat weak but there are some good scenes shot in the backdrop of moving train (which is a staple object in Balayya’s films) and a couple of scenes showing Muslim reverence and worship.

The Final Word

In summary, the film is a leaf out of Balayya’s earlier films and not his best. But the think-tank clearly went according to a plan of keeping the momentum on before the 100th film comes up next. Balayya’s fans may just lap this up because it gives them the same thrills minus goosebumps you got for exceptional films like “Legend” or “Simha” series. Music by Thaman is catchy and the few melodious songs stand out in the first and second half. Background score puts a lot of effort but the emotion is not something that comes bursting at the seams – at many places the music and the emotions don’t feed each other which shows Thaman is not yet ready when it comes to giving outstanding BGMs like Mani Sarma and DSP. The missing mystery in the film that never gets settled is what happened to Rajiv Kanakala who shows up in the first scene and then haunts you throughout the first half. Check it out if you are a Balayya fan or await something better for Sankranti.

T360 Rating: 2.75/5

All set for grand audio launch of NBK’s 99th

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December 18, 2015

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All set for grand audio launch of NBK’s 99th

It won’t be an exaggeration to say that Nandamuri Balakrishna carries an enviable fan following among the mass audience. The buzz for his 99th film Dictator is increasing as the release date is fast approaching.

The shoot is nearing completion and the audio launch will be held on this 20th. The event has gained more prominence when it was announced to be held in Amaravati, the new capital of Andhra Pradesh. Lavish arrangements have been made near Dhyana Buddha for the event which will be graced by thousands of Nandamuri fans. It is learnt that many political bigwigs will attend the event along with Andhra CM Chandra Babu Naidu. Police personnel are thoroughly scouting the surrounding areas and right security measures will be implemented for the event.

Sriwaas is directing the film and also co producing it along Eros International. Anjali, Sonal Chauhan and Aksha Pardasany are the female leads in the film. Shradda Das is likely to be seen in a special song. Kona Venkat and Gopi Mohan penned the script for the film. SS Thaman is the music composer. The film is slated for January release.

Mani Sharma to score BGM for Dictator

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The makers of Balakrishna’s upcoming film Dictator are leaving no stone unturned to make it a big hit. They are making a possible efforts to release the film for Sankranthi. The talkie part has been wrapped up and the post production work is currently going on at a brisk pace.

Telugu360 has exclusively learnt that music maestro Mani Sharma has been roped in score the back ground music for the film. It is a good move by the makers as Mani Sharma is popular for giving stupendous back ground score for many films in the past and he shares a good track record with Balakrishna. He scored the BGM for Temper and Akhil, which released earlier this year.

Sriwass is directing the film and also co producing it along with Eros International. Kona Venkat and Gopi Mohan penned the script for the film which features Anjali, Sonal Chauhan and Aksha Pardasany as the female leads. The audio launch will be held on December 20th in Amaravati. SS Thaman is the music composer.

Andhra CM to unveil Dictator audio

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December 2, 2015

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Nandamuri Balakrishna‘s 99th film Dictator has wrapped up its talkie part recently. The makers are confident of releasing the film for Sankranthi and lavish arrangements are being sketched out for the audio launch event which will be held on December 20th in the new capital of Andhra Pradesh, Amaravati.

The latest update we hear is that Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Shri Nara Chandra Babu Naidu will grace the event to unveil the audio. Balakrishna, MLA of Hindupur, is planning to invite bigwigs from the political spectrum to the event. Noted names from film industry are also going to attend the event.

Sriwaas is directing the action entertainer and also co producing it along with Eros International banner. Anjali, Sonal Chauhan and Aksha Pardasany are the female leads. SS Thaman is the music director for the film.

Dictator audio on December 20th in Amaravati

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November 19, 2015

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Dictator audio on December 20th in Amaravati

Nandamuri Balakrishna’s 99th film Dictator is gearing up to hit the screens for Sankranthi. The unit is fast finishing the shooting to meet the deadline. The current schedule is happening in Hyderabad and an action sequence is being canned by the unit.

In the meantime, grand arrangements for the audio launch are being sketched out by the makers.The event will take place on the 20th of December in the new capital of Andhra Pradesh, Amaravati. Thousands of fans from both the Telugu speaking states are expected to attend the event.

Sriwaas is directing the film and also co producing it along with Eros International banner. Kona Venkat and Gopi Mohan penned the story and screenplay for the film. Anjali, Sonal Chauhan and Aksha Pardasany are playing the female leads and SS Thaman is scoring the music.

One lakh Nandamuri fans to grace Dictator audio

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November 15, 2015

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One lakh Nandamuri fans to grace Dictator audio

Nandamuri hero’s carry solid fan base across the Telugu speaking states. On many occasions in the past, they have thronged in huge numbers to various events. The latest buzz is that it will be an encore for Balakrishna’s Dictator audio launch.

Grand arrangements are being for the audio launch event which is likely to be held on December 20th in Amaravati, the new capital of Andhra Pradesh. The audio launch gained a lot of prominence as this is the first audio launch to be held in the newly formed capital.

It is learnt that more than one lakh fans from both the Telugu states will grace this event. Many noted names from political spectrum and film industry are expected to attend the event. The makers of Dictator are closely monitoring the preparations in Amaravati.

Dictator is gearing up to hit the screens for Sankranthi next year. Directed by Sriwaas, the film has Anjali and Sonal Chauhan as the female leads. Eros International is jointly producing the film in association with Vedhaaswa Creations. SS Thaman is scoring the tunes.

Bollywood actor roped in for Dictator

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November 6, 2015

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Nandamuri Balakrishna’s 99th film Dictator is one of the much anticipated films of the season. The talkie part of the film is likely to be wrapped up by the first week of December and grand arrangements are being made for the audio launch event which will be held in Amaravati.

In the meantime, the makers have signed up popular Hindi actor Nawab Shah for a crucial role in the film. It is learnt that he will play the leading antagonist role in the film, which also features Kabir Singh and Vikramjeet Virk as villains. The makers had initially approached Bojpuri actor Ravi Kishan for this role, who backed out in the last minute due to his busy schedule.

Sriwaas is directing and co producing this action entertainer. Anjali, Sonal Chauhan and Aksha are the female leads in the film. SS Thaman is scoring the tunes. The film is slated to hit the screens on January 14th, 2016.

Young starlet roped in for Dictator

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October 12, 2015

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Already a part of Ravi Teja’s upcoming film Bengal Tiger, Aksha Pardasany has now bagged a plump offer in Balakrishna’s 99th film, Dictator. Aksha made her debut in Tollywood with Nikhil’s Yuvatha and then she went on to act in a handful of films.

Although the details of her role in Dictator are closely guarded, the young starlet is buoyed to bag this plump offer. Directed by Sriwaas, Dictator has Anjali and Sonal Chauhan as the female leads.

The regular shooting of the film is going on at a rapid pace in Hyderabad and the makers are planning an early 2016 release. Eros International and Vedhaaswa Creations are jointly producing the film. SS Thaman is scoring the tunes for the film.

Dictator team desperate for Pongal release

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October 8, 2015

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Dictator team desperate for Pongal release

Nandamuri Balakrishna‘s 99th film Dictator is progressing quite well. The team is shooting non stop since its launch and the makers are desperate to release the film for Pongal. After completing the first two schedules in Hyderabad and Europe, the team took a short brief. Now, they are again shooting in Hyderabad.

Recently, some action sequences were shot and they are now canning important scenes in various locales of Hyderabad. The principal cast is taking part in the shoot. Sriwaas is directing this action Entertainer and Eros International is producing it.

Anjali and Sonal Chauhan are the heroines in the film and SS Thaman is scoring the music.

‘Dictator’ fighting it out with 100 men

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October 2, 2015

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‘Dictator’ is an upcoming action entertainer starring Nandamuri Balakrishna in the lead role. Sriwaas is directing the film and also co producing it along with Eros International.

Currently, the team is canning a high-octane fight sequence in the outskirts of Hyderabad. In this fight, Balakrishna will lock horns with Kabir Duhan Singh, Ajay and 100 more men. This action sequence is said to be the interval episode of the film.

Anjali and Sonal Chauhan are the female leads in the film. Gopi Mohan and Kona Venkat penned the script and SS Thaman is scoring the tunes. The film is slated to hit the screens in January next year.

‘Dictator’ team filming a crucial episode

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September 25, 2015

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‘Dictator’ team filming a crucial episode

Nandamuri Balakrishna is currently shooting for his 99th film, Dictator, in the direction of ‘Lakshyam’ fame Sriwaas. After wrapping up the Bulgarian schedule, the team took a brief gap and the makers released the first look poster and the Ganesha video song during Vinayaka Chaviti. The fresh schedule of the film commenced on the 20th of this month.

Currently, the unit is canning a crucial episode which is said to be the interval sequence in the film. The filming is being carried out in the locales of Hyderabad. The principal cast is taking part in the shoot.
Anjali and Sonal Chauhan are playing the female leads in the film. SS Thaman is scoring the music. Eros International banner is producing the film and Sriwass is the co-producing it.

Dictator fresh schedule kick starts from today

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September 21, 2015

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Dictator fresh schedule kick starts from today

Nandamuri Balakrishna is currently shooting for his 99th film, Dictator, in the direction of ‘Lakshyam’ fame Sriwaas. The first look poster and the Ganesha song, which were released a couple days, have been creating a lot of buzz among the audience and augmented the hype on the project. Recently, the unit wrapped up a hectic schedule in Bulgaria after canning a couple of songs and some crucial scenes between Anjali and Balakrishna.

As per the latest update, the fresh schedule of the film kick started from today in Hyderabad. Some crucial scenes featuring the principal cast are being shot in this schedule. The makers are planning a hectic schedule in Delhi after the completion of this schedule. The film is gearing up to hit the screens in January next year. Sonal Chauhan is playing the second heroine in the film. SS Thaman is scoring the music. Eros International banner is producing it and Sriwaas is the co-producer for this film.

‘Dictator’ foreign schedule wrapped up

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September 14, 2015

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The shooting of Nandamuri Balakrishna‘s upcoming film ‘Dictator’ has been progressing at a rapid speed ever since its launch in the last month. After shooting for a brief period in Hyderabad, the team had travelled to Europe and canned some important scenes along with a couple of songs featuring Balakrishna and Anjali.

As per the latest update, the Europe schedule has been wrapped up and the whole unit reached Hyderabad. They will now take a small gap and again will start shooting in Hyderabad. In the meantime, the makers are getting ready to unveil the first look poster and the video song from the Ganesha song in the film. Directed by Sriwaas, the film has Sonal Chauhan as the second heroine. Eros International and Vedaashwa Creations are producing the film. SS Thaman is scoring tunes and writers duo Gopi Mohan and Kona Venkat penned the script for the film.

Dictator teaser on September 17th

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September 7, 2015

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Nata Simha Nandamuri Bala Krishna’s 99th film Dictator is progressing briskly in picturesque locales of Europe. First look teaser of Dictator will be launched on September 17th on the auspicious occasion of Vinayaka Chavithi. Ganapathi song in thr film will be launched on that day along with the teaser.

Anjali and Sonal Chauhan are paired with Bala Krishna in this film. Bala Krishna will be seen in two different shades in this film. Director Sriwass is producing this film along with Eros International. Thaman is scoring music for Bala Krishna for the first time. Dictator will release during Pongal 2016.

NBK’s Dictator Vinayaka Chavithi Special

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September 1, 2015

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NBK’s Dictator Vinayaka Chavithi Special

Nandamuri Bala Krishna’s next action entertainer in the direction of Sriwass, Dictator is being extensively shot in picturesque locales of Europe. In the last schedule a song was picturized on NBK which is written eulogizing Lord Vinayaka. Now the makers are planning to release a teaser or audio of the song on Vinayala Chaviti, September 17th 2015. Producers Sriwass and Eros are planning a special strategy for the promotion of the film and kick starting the campaign with this song months in advance of release. Dictator will release for Pongal 2016. S.S.Thaman is scoring music for the first time for a Bala Krishna film.

Press Release : NBK’s Dictator 1st Schedule Completed

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August 25, 2015

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Press Release : NBK’s Dictator 1st Schedule Completed

Eros International Media Limited (Eros International), a leading global company in the Indian film entertainment industry is happy to announce the successful completion of the first schedule of its Telugu production with Natasimha Balakrishna’s Dictator in Hyderabad. Produced by Eros International in association with Vedaashwa Creations, the film is directed by Sriwass whose last release Loukyam was a blockbuster hit. Writer duo Kona Venkat and Gopi Mohan have penned the story for the film. The announcement comes on the heels of Eros’ resounding success with the recently released Srimanthudu.

Dictator marks Balakrishna’s 99th film. This upcoming action entertainer also stars popular actresses Anjali and Sonal Chauhan along with Ravi Kishan, Sayaji Shinde, Nazar, Prudhvi etc. Prominent technicians of this film are Music: SS Thaman; Director of Photography: Shyam K. Naidu; Dialogue Writer: M. Ratnam; Additional Writing: Sreedhar Seepana; Editor: Gowtham Raju; Art Director: Brahma Kadali.

With this feature, the studio continues to make active inroads into the south Indian industry with feature productions in Tamil and Malayalam languages as well.

Commenting on the venture, Mr. Sunil Lulla, Managing Director, Eros International Media Ltd said, “Telugu cinema is going through an exciting phase and we are very happy to associate with the best talent in the industry. There is very fine writing and acting talent here with great stories being told. After the success of our maiden Telugu production, Srimanthudu, we are happy to share that the shooting part of our upcoming Telugu movie Dictator with Natasimha Balakrishna and Sriwass is going on in full swing. With Dictator, we aim to further expand and strengthen Eros’ footprint in south Indian cinema”.

Director, Mr. Sriwass added, “We are very happy to associate with a leading global studio like Eros International who, with their unparalleled strength in terms of distribution and reach globally, have created an enviable track record since inception. We have successfully completed the first schedule recently and I’m thankful to Eros for making available all the resources that I needed for filming. We’re now going ahead with full gusto for our upcoming foreign schedule in Europe where we will be canning some talkie, action and songs. I’m confident that Dictator will become a hugely successful milestone in Eros’ journey. Dictator is going to be an eye feast for the audience as we’ve got a great story that will be told with great production values.”

Dictator is a powerful action entertainer packed with lot of emotions and promises to be a feast for Balakrishna’s fans. Apart from delighting the fans, the movie is also packed with elements and drama that will appeal to the family and youth audiences alike. The film is presenting Sri Balakrishna in a completely stylish role; that which the Telugu audiences have not seen till now. The film is being picturised in Hyderabad, Delhi and some locations in Europe.

NBK’s Dictator to shake a leg from 10th August

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August 4, 2015

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NBK’s Dictator to shake a leg from 10th August

Nandamuri Bala Krishna’s 99th film Dictator under the direction of Sriwass of Loukyam fame is progressing at a rapid pace in Hyderabad. From the 10th of August 2015 a song will be shot on NBK in Chitrapuri Colony, Hyderabad. Prem Rakshith master will choreograph this energetic song. Anjali and Sonal Chouhan are the leading ladies of this film. NBK is portraying a role with two different shades in this film. EROS International and Sriwass are co-producing this mega budget film. This film will be extensively shot in different locales of Europe in the next schedule. Kona Venkat and Gopi Mohan are penning the story and screenplay of this action entertainer film. Thaman is scoring music for an NBK starrer for the first time.

dictator Verdict: Average

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Sankranti Movies Verdict 2016 – A Statistical Report

From an ROI perspective :

Dictator Movie Review : For Fans and Mass Audience

Dictator Movie Review

Story:

T360 Rating: 2.75/5

All set for grand audio launch of NBK’s 99th

Mani Sharma to score BGM for Dictator

Andhra CM to unveil Dictator audio

Dictator audio on December 20th in Amaravati

One lakh Nandamuri fans to grace Dictator audio

Bollywood actor roped in for Dictator

Young starlet roped in for Dictator

Dictator team desperate for Pongal release

‘Dictator’ fighting it out with 100 men

‘Dictator’ team filming a crucial episode

Dictator fresh schedule kick starts from today

‘Dictator’ foreign schedule wrapped up

Dictator teaser on September 17th

NBK’s Dictator Vinayaka Chavithi Special

Press Release : NBK’s Dictator 1st Schedule Completed

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