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Indian Express
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
MM Keeravani's father and lyricist Siva Shakthi Datta passes away; Chiranjeevi and Mahesh Babu pay their respects
Siva Shakthi Datta, legendary Telugu lyricist and father of celebrated composer MM Keeravani, passed away at the age of 92 in Hyderabad on Monday. Datta had been struggling with age-related issues for some time. Chiranjeevi took to X (formerly twitter), and confirmed the news with a heartfelt message. He wrote, 'The news that Sri Siva Shakthi Datta, a painter, scholar of the Sanskrit language, writer, storyteller, and multifaceted genius, has attained divine union has left me deeply shocked. Praying to the Almighty that his soul finds peace. I express my profound condolences to my friend Keeravani garu and his family members.' Director Sampath Nandi took to X and posted, 'Siva Sakthi Dutta garu…A towering legacy etched in every Telugu always cherish each word of Shanti 🙏🏾' Actor Teja Sajja, meanwhile, wrote on social media, 'Deeply saddened by the demise of Siva Shakthi Datta Garu. I feel lucky to have worked with him. A great loss for all of us. Will miss him. May his soul Rest In Peace.' Filmmaker SS Rajamouli and actor Mahesh Babu paid their respects in person. చిత్రకారుడు, సంస్కృత భాషా సంపన్నుడు , రచయిత, కథకుడు,బహుముఖ ప్రజ్ఞాశాలి అయిన శ్రీ శివ శక్తి దత్తా గారు శివైక్యం చెందారన్న వార్త నన్ను దిగ్భ్రాంతికి గురిచేసింది. వారి ఆత్మకు శాంతి కలగాలని ఆ భగవంతుడ్ని ప్రార్ధిస్తూ …. మిత్రుడు కీరవాణి గారికి వారి కుటుంబ సభ్యులకు నా ప్రగాఢ… — Chiranjeevi Konidela (@KChiruTweets) July 8, 2025 ALSO READ: Upasana Kamineni tells fans to wait for their 'Ram' or walk their own path: 'Marriage is no longer an obligation' Born in Kovvu, near Rajahmundry in Andhra Pradesh, Koduri Subbarao adopted the pen name of Kamalesh, and initially worked as a painter. He started exploring his love for music and learned several instruments before changing his name to Siva Shakthi Datta. Starting with the 1988 film Janaki Ramadu, the lyricist wrote for many popular films, including Sye, Chatrapathi, Rajanna, Baahubali: The Beginning , Baahubali 2: The Conclusion, and RRR, Hanu-Man. He also directed the film Chandrahas (2007).
Time of India
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Veteran lyricist and writer Siva Shakthi Datta passes away at 92; Pawan Kalyan, Chiranjeevi mourn
Picture Credit: Facebook Veteran Telugu lyricist, screenwriter, and artist Siva Shakthi Datta passed away on July 7, 2025, at the age of 92. He is best remembered for his lyrical and literary finesse, which greatly enriched Telugu cinema over the decades. He breathed his last at his residence in Hyderabad due to age-related health complications, as per a Pinkvilla report. Apart from being a writer, he also worked as a director, painter, and producer. Actor-politician Pawan Kalyan took to X (formerly Twitter) to share his condolences. "Deeply saddened by the demise of Siva Shakthi Datta garu. He had an immense passion for arts and literature. My heartfelt condolences to Keeravani garu and the entire family," he wrote. Siva Shakthi Datta was the father of Oscar-winning music composer M.M. Keeravani and the elder brother of celebrated screenwriter V. Vijayendra Prasad, making him the uncle of the ace filmmaker SS Rajamouli. Megastar Chiranjeevi Konidela also expressed his grief via a social media post on X. "Shocked and saddened by the news of Siva Shakthi Datta garu's passing. A man of immense talent and a true lover of the arts. My thoughts are with Keeravani garu and the entire family during this difficult time," he posted. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like An engineer reveals: One simple trick to get internet without a subscription Techno Mag Learn More Undo Datta penned lyrics for several films by Rajamouli and M.M. Keeravani, including 'Sye', 'Chatrapathi', 'Rajanna', the blockbuster ' Baahubali ' series, 'RRR', and 'Hanu-Man'. Makers of Chiranjeevi's Vishwambhara also wrote, "Deeply saddened by the demise of Siva Shakthi Datta Garu. His immense knowledge about literature and his contribution to Cinema are unmatched. Our heartfelt condolences to Keeravani Garu and the family. May the almighty give you strength. Team #Vishwambhara" His funeral is expected to take place in Hyderabad, where family members, industry colleagues, and admirers are likely to gather and pay their final respects.
Hans India
05-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Nushrratt Bharuccha turns heads in red
While her last big-screen appearance was in the 2023 remake of Chatrapathi opposite Bellamkonda Sreenivas, Nushrratt Bharuccha is far from taking a backseat. The actor continues to stay in the public eye — not through constant appearances, but with carefully chosen moments that reflect her evolving image and professional choices. Her latest look — a bold red dress trimmed with soft white lace — recently lit up social media for all the right reasons. With minimal makeup, a clean hairstyle, and her signature red lip, Nushrratt once again showcased her flair for understated yet impactful style. Whether it's a vibrant mini dress or a more fluid silhouette, she consistently delivers looks that feel authentic, never overdone — always a reflection of her own personality. What makes her stand out isn't just the wardrobe, but the deliberate approach she takes toward her presence in the industry. Unlike many of her contemporaries, Nushrratt doesn't rely on being omnipresent. Instead, she's strategic — letting her work and a few well-placed photos do the talking. This year, she's set to return in Chhorii 2, which is expected to premiere on OTT platforms. The sequel to the critically appreciated horror drama marks another step in her journey of choosing content-driven, diverse roles. Quietly yet confidently, Nushrratt Bharuccha is carving a space for herself — not with noise, but with nuance. She's not fading; she's simply moving on her own terms.
Indian Express
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Bhairavam X review: Bellamkonda Sreenivas, Manoj Manchu and Nara Rohith win praise; Sreenivas hailed for ‘career-best performance'
Bhairavam twitter review: The much-anticipated Telugu movie Bhairavam, featuring Bellamkonda Sreenivas, Manoj Manchu and Nara Rohith in the lead roles, has finally hit the screens, and social media is already abuzz with opinions of those who have managed to catch the action drama on the first day itself. An official remake of RS Durai Senthilkumar's Garudan (2024), starring Soori, M Sasikumar and Unni Mukundan, Bhairavam is helmed by Vijay Kanakamedala, and according to social media posts, he has managed to deliver an effective entertainer that has given all three lead actors ample space to showcase their talents. Meanwhile, some have even gone as far as to suggest that Sreenivas delivered his career-best performance in the movie. While one user wrote, 'Movie ki motham positive reviews ye gaa. Director mogguru heroes ni baaga handle chesadu (The movie has received positive reviews overall). The director has handled the heroes well),' another netizen noted on X (formerly Twitter) that the movie has opened to positive word of mouth everywhere and is marching ahead to becoming a 'superhit'. Oora mass is small word #Bhairavam is a huge huge blockbuster #VijayKanakamedala! ⚡#NaraRohith commands respect, #ManchuManoj intimidates as the villain, and #Bellamkonda electrifies with swag. Okka matalo cheppali ante mass audience ki full meals lantidhi movie 🔥 — Shiva Sandy (@Shivasandy99) May 30, 2025 Cheppaga Ee sequence ki Ceeded Mass ki Mental ekkipotharu @BSaiSreenivas kummesadu 🔥🔥#Bhairavam — Vinay Pawanist 🦅 (@saivinay07) May 30, 2025 Finished watching #Bhairavam movie 🎥 Dhinemma movie lo emotion and thrilling action in a rustic setting keka anthe 😎 #VijayKanakamedala's direction chala Bagundhi 🔥 #NaraRohith's calm power, #ManchuManoj's fierce villainy, and #Bellamkonda's swag. 🔥🔥🔥 Review 3.5/5 ❤️🔥 — Rebal Relangi (@RebalRelang) May 30, 2025 Offline lo Super Hit Talk 🔥🔥🔥 Positive Word Of Mouth everywhere 🔥👌#Bhairavam — Ranjith NBK 'ᵀᴴᴬᴺᴰᴬⱽᴬᴹ'🦁🔱 (@ranjithNBK) May 30, 2025 One person wrote, 'The movie is packed with emotions and thrilling action in a rustic setting. Vijay Kanakamedala's direction is very good. Nara Rohith's calm power, Manchu Manoj's fierce villainy, and Bellamkonda's swag are 🔥🔥🔥.' An industry tracker, meanwhile, mentioned on social media, 'Sreenivas' performance stood out the most in interval and climax action episodes, easily making him the show stealer of the film.' Also starring Jayasudha, Aditi Shankar, Aanandi, Divya Pillai, Ajay, Raja Ravindra, Sarath Lohitashwa, Sampath Raj, Sandeep Raj and Vennela Kishore, Bhairavam boasts cinematography by Hari K Vedantam, editing by Chota K Prasad, music by Sricharan Pakala and production design by Brahma Kadali. Interestingly, Bhairavam is Bellamkonda Sreenivas' first film in two years after the critical and commercial failure Chatrapathi (2023). While Nara Rohith was last seen in Prathinidhi 2 (2024), Bhairavam marks the return of Manoj Manchu to the silver screen after seven years.
