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Hindustan Times
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Pratibha Ranta opens up on going home in Shimla after 2.5 years and Laapataa Ladies success
The last time Pratibha Ranta was in her hometown Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, she was an actor in search of recognition. Last month, she returned to her home after two-and-a-half-years, and she admits the whole perception towards her of the city had changed, courtesy her breakthrough role in Laapataa Ladies (2024) and the success that followed. Pratibha Ranta 'When I left Shimla five years ago, I had this realisation that I will be going for a long time and I won't be able to come back that frequently. But when I came back, the love that I received from the city and its people, it was very beautiful. When I went to the Mall Road, people were recognising me and appreciating me. I get recognised now in other places too, but when people in your hometown do that, it is an indescribable feeling as I saw the dream of making it in the industry at that same place,' Pratibha Ranta says. Ask her what was she missing the most from home while in Mumbai and pat comes the reply, 'I was missing the food of Himachal Pradesh. I couldn't eat the Pahadi food in Mumbai much because the climate doesn't support that. So when I returned, I ate all those things that I couldn't in Mumbai like Siddu, ghee, other milk products and Pahadi cuisine.' She adds, 'The day I came back, my dadi made bedmi roti for me. When I went to my village, I was treated with a dish called Poldu, then my nani fed me daal chawal. Every place that I visited, I was greeted with traditional ghar ka khana and I enjoyed it to the fullest.' Pratibha was most happy about getting to share her success with her family at their own home. 'When I sat with them and saw them enjoying my success, it motivated me to do more. But when I go home, I don't get any special treatment, I am their daughter only, and I like that,' she gushes. Being away from home and family can take a toll on a person mentally, but for Pratibha, it was her family's constant support that kept her sane and strong. 'When your family's support is with you, you don't feel that distance and I have been blessed to get that support from my family. When you live in a big city like Mumbai, some low moments are inevitable, but you have to tell yourself that you have chosen this lifestyle for yourself and you have to brave them through. You have to focus on the good things in your life, cherish them and then celebrate it with your family. Thus it took me this long to return and this was the best vacation of my life,' she insists.
New Indian Express
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
Siddu Jonnalagadda's next titled Badass; Striking first look unveiled
Siddu Jonnalagadda 's upcoming film has been officially titled Badass, with the makers unveiling the title and first-look poster on Wednesday. The project reunites Siddu with director Ravikanth Perepu, known for their earlier collaboration on Krishna and His Leela , which became a sleeper hit. Produced by Naga Vamsi and Sai Soujanya under the Sithara Entertainments and Fortune Four Cinemas banners, and presented by Srikara Studios, Badass is billed as a significant departure from Siddu's previous work. Known for his comic timing and youthful roles, particularly in DJ Tillu , Siddu appears to be taking on a more intense character in this new outing.
Time of India
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Badass' first look: Siddu Jonnalagadda's wild side impresses in the new glimpse- Watch
Picture Credit: X Actor Siddu Jonnalagadda will be next seen in his upcoming film, 'Badass' and the makers of the film recently unveiled the highly anticipated first-look poster on X (formerly Twitter), which features Siddu in an edgy, intense avatar. "You have seen heroes and you have seen villains. But this one's not here to fit into your labels! Make way for STARBOY #Siddu as #Badass. This time no mercy. He's going to set the screens on fire," read the caption shared along with the poster. As seen in the poster, Siddu dons a no-nonsense attitude different from his charming boy image. Messy hair, rugged clothing, he is seen lighting a cigarette. The film also marks a much-anticipated reunion for the actor and director Ravikanth Perepu , who last collaborated on the popular film 'Krishna and His Leela'. Interestingly, just like their previous outing, both Siddu and Ravikanth have co-written the script. The first announcement for the film had already generated buzz with its tagline: "If middle finger was a man". With 'Badass', it looks like Siddu is not playing it safe. He's stepping away from conventional roles and leaning into a zone that's edgy, unconventional, and unapologetically wild. Siddhu got recognition for his character in the 'DJ Tillu' film, who is a carefree and witty aspiring disc jockey whose life spirals into a chaotic mix of crime and comedy. Following the success of 'DJ Tillu', Siddhu reprised his role in the sequel 'Tillu Square', which again was a superhit. On the professional front, Siddu was last seen in 'Jack', an action-comedy where he starred opposite Vaishnavi Chaitanya. Directed by Bommarillu Bhaskar, the film had a modest release earlier this year but unfortunately failed to perform at the box office.
New Indian Express
10-07-2025
- New Indian Express
Andhra Deputy CM Pawan applauds student's eco-friendly e-bike innovation
VIJAYAWADA: Deputy Chief Minister K Pawan Kalyan, who also holds the portfolios of Forests & Environment, Science & Technology, praised Vizianagaram student Rajapu Siddu for developing a low-cost electric bicycle. Impressed, Pawan invited Siddu to his Mangalagiri camp office. After interacting with the budding innovator, he, along with Siddu, took out the e-cycle for a test ride. He commended Siddu's creativity, including his 'Grocery Guru' WhatsApp service, and awarded him `1 lakh to encourage further innovation. Siddu, from Jadavari Kothavalasa village, built the bicycle to commute to college. The eco-friendly vehicle runs 80 km on a 3-hour charge and has gained attention on social media for its affordability and practicality.
India Today
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Siddu Jonnalagadda turns raw and intense for Badass, makers unveil poster
Actor Siddu Jonnalagadda, who rose to popularity with the 'DJ Tillu' franchise, is now all set to break free from that image with his next film 'Badass'. While the role of Tillu brought him widespread recognition, it also created a strong character association, something many actors struggle to shake off. With 'Badass', Siddu seems to be aiming for a complete image makers unveiled the first-look poster on X on Wednesday, captioning, 'You have seen heroes and you have seen villains. But this one's not here to fit into your labels! Make way for STARBOY #Siddu as #Badass. This time no mercy. He's going to set the screens on fire (sic)."True to the tone, the poster shows Siddu in an edgy, intense getup. Here's the post: The film marks Siddu's reunion with director Ravikanth Perepu after 'Krishna and His Leela'. Both Siddu and Ravikanth have written the script just like his previous successful film, signalling a more personal and experimental earlier announcement poster, with a striking caption: 'If middle finger was a man', already hinted that this project wouldn't play safe. With 'Badass', Siddu appears to be leaning into a darker, grittier the post: Produced by Sithara Entertainments and Fortune Four Cinemas, and presented by Srikara Studios, the film promises a full-blown transformation, both in tone and performance. It's being positioned as a high-stakes role that could redefine Siddu's trajectory in Telugu Siddu was last seen in the action-comedy 'Jack', co-starring Vaishnavi Chaitanya. Directed by Bommarillu Bhaskar, the film hit theatres on April 10 with modest expectations but failed to make a mark at the box office, ending up as a commercial disappointment.- Ends
