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Karnataka poll: Film stars struggle to shine
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| V.S. Karnic 4/22/2013 3:42:24 AM
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 People in Karnataka are generally crazy about film stars but this adoration has not tempted many actors to enter politics.
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Had to forego four films for 'Bachchan': Parul
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| IANS 3/27/2013 2:27:24 AM
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 For her role in upcoming Kannada revenge saga "Bachchan", in which she sports three different looks, actress Parul Yadav had to forego four films.
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Veteran Kannada film critic Vijayasarathy dead
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| IANS 2/24/2013 8:17:24 AM
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 Veteran Kannada film critic R.G. Vijayasarathy passed away here Sunday after brief illness, family sources said.
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'Why aren't there more female musicians?'
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| Nivedita 2/3/2013 1:10:21 AM
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The non-Bollywood Indian music industry is burgeoning with new talent and genres, but women still seem hesitant to choose music as a career, says singer-songwriter Alisha Pais, one of the few female musicians to feature at the just-concluded Storm Mu...
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Storm music fest spreads wings, may go abroad
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| Nivedita 2/2/2013 4:55:21 AM
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After two successful editions in the misty landscape of Napoklu here, the Storm Music Festival might become a bi-annual affair, and one edition each year may even take place in international shores, says one of the festival directors.
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It's east meets west at Storm music fest
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| IANS 2/1/2013 3:25:21 AM
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 From Indian names like Indian Ocean, Karsh Kale, Raghu Dixit, Advaita to international Electronic Dance Music (EDM) artists like Dash Berlin, Michael Woods and Bobina - the second edition of Storm Music Festival, starting Friday, promises much more f...
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Book on legendary Kannada actor Raj Kumar released
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| IANS 6/2/2012 6:55:21 AM
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 A book showcasing life and times of late movie icon Dr. Raj Kumar, who had worked in more than 205 Kannada films and one of the greatest performers on the Indian silver screen, was released Saturday here.
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Amabreesh's 60th birthday bash, a gala affair
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| IANS 5/30/2012 5:40:21 AM
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 Power and glamour came together to celebrate Kannada superstar Ambareesh's 60th birthday bash, which was attended by the likes of Rajinikant, Chiranjeevi and state Chief Minister D.V. Sadananda Gowda.
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Not dating Vijayendra, CBI didn't raid my house: Actress Haripriya
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| V.S. Rajapur 5/16/2012 6:10:21 AM
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 Kannada actress Haripriya has denied reports that Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) sleuths raided her residence calling them "wild imagination of media".
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'The Dirty Picture' in Kannada: Ekta Kapoor opposes title
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| IANS 5/6/2012 6:55:20 AM
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 Director Trishul of "Baba" fame has titled his next Kannada film "The Dirty Picture", but filmmaker Ekta Kapoor is unhappy and has filed a complaint against the use of the title.
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SRK interacts with Bangalore fans in Kannada
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| IANS 10/17/2011 12:00:00 AM
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 Shah Rukh Khan knows his marketing tricks well --and he proved it when he greeted and interacted with his fans here in Kannada, drawing a huge approving roar.
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I never lived in ivory tower, says Jnanpith winner Kambara
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| V.S. Rajapur 9/20/2011 12:00:00 AM
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 Well-known Kannada writer, poet and playwright Chandrashekhara Kambara, who received the Jnanpith award for 2009, said he is happy after receiving the honour and that his closeness to common people helped him in writing literature deep rooted to "our...
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Kannada actor Darshan denied bail in wife assault case
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| IANS 9/20/2011 12:00:00 AM
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 Leading Kannada actor Darshan, arrested for assaulting his wife, was denied bail Tuesday - for the second time in a week.
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I'm relieved, says Nikita after ban is lifted
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| IANS 9/16/2011 12:00:00 AM
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 I'm relieved and happy, said Kannada actress Nikita Thukral after the Kannada Film Producers Association (KFPA) Thursday revoked three-year ban on her.
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Kannada actor denied bail in wife assault case
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| IANS 9/13/2011 12:00:00 AM
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 A Bangalore court Tuesday denied bail to leading Kannada actor Darshan who has been arrested for assaulting his wife, though she withdrew her complaint against him.
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Most hurting decision, says Nikitha after being banned
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| V.S. Rajapur 9/12/2011 12:00:00 AM
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 What mistake have I committed to endure such a harsh punishment, asks multilingual actress Nikitha, who has been banned by the Kannada Producers' Association (KPA) for three years for allegedly creating trouble in her co-star Darshan's married life.
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Shammi Kapoor's death shocks Kannada film industry
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| IANS 8/15/2011 12:00:00 AM
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Dancing King Shammi Kapoor's death early Sunday morning has shocked many Kannada film personalities who were close to the flamboyant star who changed the course of film entertainment in his heyday.
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'Hejjegalu' gets national award for best children's film
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| IANS 5/19/2011 12:00:00 AM
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 Kannada movie "Hejjegalu" was named the best children's film at the 58th National Film Awards announced here Thursday.
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I'm happy, but missing my wife: Kasaravalli
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| IANS 1/25/2011 12:00:00 AM
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 Kannada filmmaker Girish Kasaravalli is ecstatic after being named for the Padma Shri Tuesday, but misses his wife Vaishali -- who passed away three months ago -- on the special occasion.
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Kannada actor not to be arrested in Sabarimala case
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| IANS 11/15/2010 12:00:00 AM
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 Kerala police Monday said they had no plans to arrest Kannada actress Jayamala, who earlier claimed that she had touched the idol at the Sabarimala temple, thus violating the rules of the famed pilgrimage site.
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My attitude in life is reflected in 'Krishnan...': Radhika Pandit
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| IANS 5/23/2010 12:00:00 AM
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 Kannada film actress Radhika Pandit says her attitude in life is reflected in her upcoming movie "Krishnan Love Story", in which she is paired opposite Ajay Kumar.
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Kannada actor Anand held for dowry harassment
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| IANS 5/15/2010 12:00:00 AM
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Kannada actor Anand has been arrested for allegedly demanding dowry from his wife Bharani and harassing her, police said.
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Video film on sex-tainted godman Swami Nityanand
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| IANS 5/7/2010 12:00:00 AM
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Well-known Kannada mimicry artist Dayanand has directed a video film on self-styled godman Swami Nityananda, in jail since April 30 for his alleged sex romp.
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Sudeep to anchor village-based reality show
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| IANS 5/7/2010 12:00:00 AM
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Southern star Sudeep is set to make his small screen debut as the host of the Suvarna Channel's new reality show and says he is curious to see how 10 city girls will adjust to a village life.
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Master Kishan's 'Care of Foot Path' goes to Loyola University
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| IANS 4/30/2010 12:00:00 AM
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 Youngest filmmaker and Guinness world record holder Master Kishan's directorial debut "Care of Footpath" will be screened at an ongoing symposium at Loyola University, Chicago.
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M.S. Sathyu returns to tell Devdasi's story with 'Ijjodu'
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| IANS 4/16/2010 12:00:00 AM
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 Legendary filmmaker M.S. Sathyu makes a comeback after more than a decade with "Ijjodu", releasing all over Karnataka April 30. He says the film takes a strong stand against the existent Devdasi pratha in the state and is very close to his heart.
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Vasu remaking Kannada hit 'Aaptha Rakshaka' in Telugu
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| IANS 4/11/2010 12:00:00 AM
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 Kannada Movie icon Vishnuvardhan's posthumous release "Aaptha Rakshaka" is doing so well at the box office that director P. Vasu has decided to remake it in Telugu.
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Film Awards instituted in the name of Vishnuvardhan, K.S. Aswath
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| IANS 4/6/2010 12:00:00 AM
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 The state government has instituted the Vishnuvardhan Life Time Achievement award to be given to those who have worked for the progress of the Kannada film industry, said Chief Minister B.S. Yediyurappa.
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Kannada heroine Praneetha to act in Telugu movie
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| IANS 4/3/2010 12:00:00 AM
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 Kannada actress Praneetha, who has been making news for all the wrong reasons in her one-year film career, has been selected to play the lead role in Telugu film "Bava" directed by debutant Ram Babu.
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Sada makes a comeback to Kannada films with 'Mylari'
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| IANS 3/29/2010 12:00:00 AM
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 Southern actress Sada, who quit Kannada film industry after some bad experience while working in "Mohini", makes a comeback with director R. Chandru's "Mylari".
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Kannada film industry pitch for Royal Challengers
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| IANS 3/25/2010 12:00:00 AM
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Cricket fans from the Kannada film industry are pitching for Vijay Mallya's Royal Challengers Bangalore and are confident it will win the Indian Premier League tournament this time.
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Theatre, women artist's problems on new Rajya Sabha MP's mind
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| IANS 3/20/2010 12:00:00 AM
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 Noted Kannada theatre personality B. Jayashree, the newly nominated Rajya Sabha MP from Karnataka, says she will raise in parliament the concerns of Indian theatre and the problems faced by women in the performing arts field.
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Sudha Murthy gave perfect shots for Kannada film: director
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| IANS 3/19/2010 12:00:00 AM
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 Sudha Murthy, trustee of the Infosys Foundation, gave "perfect shots" for the Kannada film "Prarthane", her first film role, says director Sadhashiva Shenoy.
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Now Shruti Haasan sings for Kannada film
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| IANS 3/14/2010 12:00:00 AM
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 Actor-singer Shruti Haasan, who sang in Hindi film "Luck", recently recorded a song for the much-awaited Kannada film "Pruthwi" that stars Puneet Raj Kumar and Parvathi Menon in lead roles.
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Puneet Raj Kumar is new Royal Challengers ambassador
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| IANS 3/13/2010 12:00:00 AM
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 Kannada superstar Puneet Raj Kumar is the new brand ambassador for the Bangalore Royal Challengers cricket team. He replaces Upendra, who cheered the team in the first two seasons of the India Premier League (IPL), and will be joined by actress Ramya...
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Kannada actor Shivaraj Kumar to donate body for research
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| V.S. Rajapur 3/2/2010 12:00:00 AM
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 Kannada actor Shivaraj Kumar has decided to donate his body to a hospital for research after his death and has signed a declaration to this effect.
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Upendra promises treat for Tamil, Telugu, Kannada fans
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| IANS 3/2/2010 12:00:00 AM
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 Kannada superstar and director Upendra is shooting for his new, untitled venture that was launched here with fanfare last month. And he promises not to disappoint Kannada, Telugu and Tamil fans.
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Kannada star Shivaraj Kumar essays 11 roles of legendary dad
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| IANS 2/28/2010 12:00:00 AM
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 Kannada star Shivaraj Kumar will be seen in as many as 11 roles immortalised on screen by his father and legendary actor Raj Kumar in one song of forthcoming film "Cheluvueye Ninne Nodalu".
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Kannada comedian Shankar dead, few pay last respects
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| IANS 2/28/2010 12:00:00 AM
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Kannada comedian B.K. Shankar died after a brief illness Saturday but sadly hardly any from the state's film industry paid their last respects to the actor who has worked in over 200 movies, industry sources said Sunday.
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Padmapriya excited about response to 'Striker'
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| IANS 2/18/2010 12:00:00 AM
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 Multilingual actress Padmapriya is quite excited about the feedback she has received for her first Hindi film "Striker".
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Swathi to debut in Kannada film
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| IANS 2/18/2010 12:00:00 AM
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 Telugu actress Swathi, who made a fantastic debut in trend-setting Tamil film "Subramanyapuram," will in all probability act in her first Kannada film with "Hatrick" actor Shivaraj Kumar.
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Kannada director attempts suicide
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| IANS 2/14/2010 12:00:00 AM
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Kannada film director Sai Prakash, who is credited with many hit films, attempted to commit suicide Saturday by consuming 20 sleeping pills. Doctors attending on him said his condition is now stable.
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Vishnuvardhan fans force postponement of his 200th film
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| IANS 2/11/2010 12:00:00 AM
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 Annoyed over the lack of pre-release publicity for Dr. Vishnuvardhan's 200th film "Aaptha Rakshaka", hundreds of agitated fans of the late Kannada actor forced the producer to postpone its release by a week - to Feb 19.
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Vishnuvardhan's 200th film set to release Feb 12
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| V.S. Rajapur 2/9/2010 12:00:00 AM
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 Legendary Kannada actor Vishnuvardhan's 200th film "Aaptha Rakshaka" is scheduled to hit theatres Feb 12 on the occasion of Maha Shivaratri festival. After "School Master", this is the second film of the late actor releasing after his death.
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Working with Asha was turning point in my career: Kannada composer
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| IANS 2/7/2010 12:00:00 AM
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 Singing legend Asha Bhosle recorded a Kannada song for composer Veera Samarth, who says it is the biggest turning point in his musical career.
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Asha Bhosle sings her first Kannada song
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| IANS 2/7/2010 12:00:00 AM
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 Singing legend Asha Bhosle sang her first Kannada song for the movie "Mandahaasa" and composer Veera Samarth, who convinced her to croon it, says it is the biggest turning point in his musical career.
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Darshan says Vishnu sir had lot of Josh while performing
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| RGV 1/29/2010 12:00:00 AM
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 Darshan had acted with late Dr. Vishnuvardhan in the film Ee Bhandana in a small role, but thinks very high about the actor who was very passionate about his acting.
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Meghana looks extremely sexy in Punda
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| RGV 1/29/2010 12:00:00 AM
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 Throwing off all her inhibitions, bubbly starlet Meghana Raj, the daughter of actor Sundar Raj and his wife and actress Prameela Joshai has gone for a big splash of exposing in her first Kannada film Punda which is getting released shortly.
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I am taking a four month break: Yogeesh
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| RGV 1/29/2010 12:00:00 AM
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 Young hero Yogeesh who was the darling of the Kannada film industry in the beginning of the last year is however bogged down by a series of failures in recent days.
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Theatre personalities are not getting their due: Arundhati Nag
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| V S Rajapur 1/29/2010 12:00:00 AM
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 Well-known Kannada theatre artist and movie actress Arundhati Nag, who got Padma Shri Award, is happy that the government has recognised the efforts of a theatre personality.
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National Award for 'Gaggara' will help dying art: Shivadhwaj
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| V S Rajapur 1/26/2010 12:00:00 AM
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Kannada actor-director Shivadhwaj, whose first Tulu venture "Gaggara" has won the National Film Award for best regional movie, says it will help in highlighting the problems of dying folk culture of Tulu speaking people.
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P. Sheshadri wins fifth National Award
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| V S Rajapur 1/23/2010 12:00:00 AM
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P. Sheshadri, whose "Vimukthi" has bagged the National Award for best regional film, is the only Kannada film director to have won five awards for all the five films he has directed so far.
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National Award big recognition for debut film: Abhay Simha
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| IANS 1/23/2010 12:00:00 AM
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Abhay Simha, the director of Kannada film "Gubbachchigalu" that won the National Award for best children's film Saturday, says it is a big recognition for his debut venture.
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Karnataka CM exempts tax on 'Paa', to view film
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| IANS 1/23/2010 12:00:00 AM
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 Fifty percent tax will be exempted for superstar Amitabh Bachchan's film "Paa" as it has created public awareness on the disease progeria, Karnataka Chief Minister B.S. Yeddyurappa said Saturday.
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Veteran Karnataka theatre personality Chindodi Leela dead
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| IANS 1/22/2010 12:00:00 AM
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 Veteran Karnataka theatre and film personality Chindodi Leela died Thursday night in a Bangalore hospital after a brief illness, hospital sources said. She was 72.
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Nayantara to act in her first Kannada film
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| IANS 1/19/2010 12:00:00 AM
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 Bewitching beauty Nayantara is all set to act in her first Kannada film shortly. She will act in a yet untitled film which will be directed by Upendra and produced by Rockline Venkatesh.
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K.S. Aswath remembered by filmmakers
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| IANS 1/19/2010 12:00:00 AM
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 Veteran Kannada actor K.S. Aswath, who acted in more than 350 films in a career spanning five decades, was a man of principles and revered in the industry for his simplicity, recollected filmmakers at his funeral Monday.
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K.S. Aswath, veteran Kannada actor, is dead
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| IANS 1/18/2010 12:00:00 AM
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K.S. Aswath, veteran Kannada actor who was in a coma for past three days at a hospital here has died early Monday, a family source said. He was 85.
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Karnataka film chamber to ensure success of Vishnuvardhan films
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| IANS 1/14/2010 12:00:00 AM
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 The Karnataka Film Chamber of Commerce has appealed to Kannada film producers not to release simultaneously the two forthcoming films of legendary actor Vishnuvardhan, who died recently.
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Rajnikanth consoles Kannada superstar's family
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| IANS 1/8/2010 12:00:00 AM
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Tamil movie icon Rajnikanth visited the house of late Kannada film superstar Vishnuvardhan, who died recently following a heart attack, to console his family members.
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