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Peacock-------Chiranjeevi Praja Rajyam chiefMallika SherawatMinissha LambaBeyonceAmisha PatelYana GuptaTrishaKeiraWhy is everyone afraid of Chiranjeevi?http://specials.rediff.com/news/2008/sep/08sld1.htm---------------Yana GuptaNamithaDeepika PadukoneCelina JaitleyBipasha BasuAmrita RaoAlina VacriuAmeesha PatelShriya Saran Shriya Saran (born September 11, 1982) began her career acting in music videos, while also attending an acting studio to follow her dream to act. After her debut in 2001 with Ishtam, she gained Telugu cinema's attention in 2002 by playing the role of Bhanu in Santhosham, her first major hit. Following the film she appeared in several Telugu films with prominent actors, whilst, also making in-roads in Bollywood as well as the Tamil film industry. In 2007, Saran became a national figure after her performance alongside Rajinikanth in Sivaji: The Boss, after which she has signed several Bollywood, Kollywood and also a Hollywood film.

Peacock-------Chiranjeevi Praja Rajyam chiefMallika SherawatMinissha LambaBeyonceAmisha PatelYana GuptaTrishaKeiraWhy is everyone afraid of Chiranjeevi?http://specials.rediff.com/news/2008/sep/08sld1.htm---------------Yana GuptaNamithaDeepika PadukoneCelina JaitleyBipasha BasuAmrita RaoAlina VacriuAmeesha PatelShriya Saran Shriya Saran (born September 11, 1982) began her career acting in music videos, while also attending an acting studio to follow her dream to act. After her debut in 2001 with Ishtam, she gained Telugu cinema's attention in 2002 by playing the role of Bhanu in Santhosham, her first major hit. Following the film she appeared in several Telugu films with prominent actors, whilst, also making in-roads in Bollywood as well as the Tamil film industry. In 2007, Saran became a national figure after her performance alongside Rajinikanth in Sivaji: The Boss, after which she has signed several Bollywood, Kollywood and also a Hollywood film.

Ten asanas for good sexhttp://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/articleshowpics/msid-3482105.cms?in_showcase===Healthy Diet Can Help You Prevent Hair Losshttp://all-hair-loss-treatments.com/healthy-diet-prevent-hair-loss/--------------------Blog for Scholarship Money or Tutor OnlineSome Students Are Using Little-Known Web Resources to Finance Their Futureshttp://abcnews.go.com/Business/PersonalFinance/story?id=5648319&page;=1College is stressful enough without having to worry about the faltering student loan market and the credit crisis. When you add on the "smaller" expenses such as $100 textbooks, and gas money, the cost of attending school can seem overwhelming.Some Internet-savvy students, however, are using three relatively unknown Web sites to make money online. The best part? There are no long essays or forms required, and no need to worry about getting scammed.'This Award Could Not Have Come at a Better Time'Kim Klein is the kind of student whom schools refer to as "non-traditional." She was a stay-at-home mom to her three kids for 13 years before deciding to go to law school at Loyola University in Illinois."It was something I had always wanted to do," said Klein, a 42-year-old breast cancer survivor who was diagnosed at the end of her second year of graduate school.Despite the difficulty of chemotherapy and radiation treatments, she continued studying law, and her blog, which was originally meant as a place to reflect on law school, turned into a way to keep loved ones informed about her health.In the fall, while surfing the Net, Klein came across a blogging competition for the best student blog on CollegeScholarships.org. She applied, but then said she went about her day and put it out of her mind. Not long afterward she was excited to find out that she had been chosen as one of 20 finalists. A public vote on CollegeScholarships.org would determine the winner.Once word got out that Klein was one of the finalists, more than 9,000 votes poured in, many from people Klein had never met."My situation was so unique and so different," Klein said, explaining that family and friends often feel helpless when one is diagnosed with cancer. "People jumped on the bandwagon. So many people said to me they felt like it was something they could do to help."After winning the contest in October, she celebrated her $10,000 victory in true blogger fashion by posting a thank you note to all of her supporters. "This award could not have come at a better time for me and my family, and we are all deeply grateful," she wrote in her Oct. 29 post. "I plan to use the money to pay some of the principle and interest on my student loans."The scholarship was a drop in [the] bucket of law school debt, but every drop helps," she said. "I used a lot of it to pay the interest on my student loans and also used some of it for book and supplies and there's a little left to make loan payments. It definitely helps with keeping up with the expenses I'm incurring."As it happens, her 17-year-old daughter will graduate from high school soon, and her college tuition bills will begin arriving at the same time that Klein's school loan bills become due. Today, Klein is cancer free and continues to attend school part time. She plans to finish her degree in May 2009.'We Want to Keep It Real'Husband and wife team Aaron and Giovanna Villanueva, both 28, are the publishers of GoCollege.com and CollegeScholarships.org. The college scholarships on their Web site are funded by ads generated from their other Web sites. Their scholarship competitions, which also fund awards for women and students of color, aren't well-publicized -- recent applicants found out about them largely via word-of-mouth. In addition to the larger scholarships, GoCollege.com gives out $250 a month to one lucky person who tells them how to best improve their site."We spread organically across the Web, we don't heavily advertise," Aaron said. "Unlike most Web sites, we aren't aggressive in our ad placement."Another way in which they are unusual: GoCollege.com and CollegeScholarships.org don't collect any information from their users. In January 2009, the Villanuevas will launch a free scholarship search site that also does not require that users submit personal information. The two have vowed to never bombard students with offers from advertisers, such as student loan companies."We're Internet junkies -- we see a lot of junk on the Web," Giovanna said. "It's hard for a student to distinguish what is authentic information or what is something that's useful versus a marketing message. We want to keep it real."

Ten asanas for good sexhttp://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/articleshowpics/msid-3482105.cms?in_showcase===Healthy Diet Can Help You Prevent Hair Losshttp://all-hair-loss-treatments.com/healthy-diet-prevent-hair-loss/--------------------Blog for Scholarship Money or Tutor OnlineSome Students Are Using Little-Known Web Resources to Finance Their Futureshttp://abcnews.go.com/Business/PersonalFinance/story?id=5648319&page;=1College is stressful enough without having to worry about the faltering student loan market and the credit crisis. When you add on the "smaller" expenses such as $100 textbooks, and gas money, the cost of attending school can seem overwhelming.Some Internet-savvy students, however, are using three relatively unknown Web sites to make money online. The best part? There are no long essays or forms required, and no need to worry about getting scammed.'This Award Could Not Have Come at a Better Time'Kim Klein is the kind of student whom schools refer to as "non-traditional." She was a stay-at-home mom to her three kids for 13 years before deciding to go to law school at Loyola University in Illinois."It was something I had always wanted to do," said Klein, a 42-year-old breast cancer survivor who was diagnosed at the end of her second year of graduate school.Despite the difficulty of chemotherapy and radiation treatments, she continued studying law, and her blog, which was originally meant as a place to reflect on law school, turned into a way to keep loved ones informed about her health.In the fall, while surfing the Net, Klein came across a blogging competition for the best student blog on CollegeScholarships.org. She applied, but then said she went about her day and put it out of her mind. Not long afterward she was excited to find out that she had been chosen as one of 20 finalists. A public vote on CollegeScholarships.org would determine the winner.Once word got out that Klein was one of the finalists, more than 9,000 votes poured in, many from people Klein had never met."My situation was so unique and so different," Klein said, explaining that family and friends often feel helpless when one is diagnosed with cancer. "People jumped on the bandwagon. So many people said to me they felt like it was something they could do to help."After winning the contest in October, she celebrated her $10,000 victory in true blogger fashion by posting a thank you note to all of her supporters. "This award could not have come at a better time for me and my family, and we are all deeply grateful," she wrote in her Oct. 29 post. "I plan to use the money to pay some of the principle and interest on my student loans."The scholarship was a drop in [the] bucket of law school debt, but every drop helps," she said. "I used a lot of it to pay the interest on my student loans and also used some of it for book and supplies and there's a little left to make loan payments. It definitely helps with keeping up with the expenses I'm incurring."As it happens, her 17-year-old daughter will graduate from high school soon, and her college tuition bills will begin arriving at the same time that Klein's school loan bills become due. Today, Klein is cancer free and continues to attend school part time. She plans to finish her degree in May 2009.'We Want to Keep It Real'Husband and wife team Aaron and Giovanna Villanueva, both 28, are the publishers of GoCollege.com and CollegeScholarships.org. The college scholarships on their Web site are funded by ads generated from their other Web sites. Their scholarship competitions, which also fund awards for women and students of color, aren't well-publicized -- recent applicants found out about them largely via word-of-mouth. In addition to the larger scholarships, GoCollege.com gives out $250 a month to one lucky person who tells them how to best improve their site."We spread organically across the Web, we don't heavily advertise," Aaron said. "Unlike most Web sites, we aren't aggressive in our ad placement."Another way in which they are unusual: GoCollege.com and CollegeScholarships.org don't collect any information from their users. In January 2009, the Villanuevas will launch a free scholarship search site that also does not require that users submit personal information. The two have vowed to never bombard students with offers from advertisers, such as student loan companies."We're Internet junkies -- we see a lot of junk on the Web," Giovanna said. "It's hard for a student to distinguish what is authentic information or what is something that's useful versus a marketing message. We want to keep it real."

Indra Nooyi's mantras for successhttp://specials.rediff.com/money/2008/sep/12sld1.htmCAT 2008: Tips to boost your vocabhttp://www.rediff.com/getahead/2008/sep/05cat1.htmThe Better Sex Diethttp://www.mensfitness.com/nutrition/2287 Sex-Boosting Foodshttp://www.mensfitness.com/nutrition/18The Web Billionaireshttp://www.forbes.com/2008/09/08/billionaires-internet-web-biz-billies-cx_af_0908webbillies.html?feed=rss_newsAmerica's best country inns and hotelshttp://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/26407764/48 Ways to Be Nice and Improve the World Around You http://www.realsimple.com/realsimple/package/0,21861,1734800-1134948,00.html?xid=weeklynewsMeal balancerhttp://www.prevention.com/mealbalancer/India's most admired entrepreneurshttp://specials.rediff.com/money/2008/sep/10sli1.htm----------------------------------------------------Oprah WinfreyShe didn't create the talk-show format. But the compassion and intimacy she put into it have created a new way for us to talk to one another====================================Waving the flags of Brazil and the U.S., Pele is carried off the field by players of both teams at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J., on Oct. 1, 1977 after his final game. Pele played for both teams in the exhibition — the New York Cosmos and Santos, his former team in BrazilPeléHe dominated soccer for two decades with a passion matched only by that of his fans throughout the world====================Mohandas GandhiIn an age of empire and military might, he proved that the powerless had power and that force of arms would not forever prevail against force of spiritThe Mahatma, the Great Soul, endures in the best part of our minds, where our ideals are kept: the embodiment of human rights and the creed of nonviolence. Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi is something else, an eccentric of complex, contradictory and exhausting character most of us hardly know. It is fashionable at this fin de siecle to use the man to tear down the hero, to expose human pathologies at the expense of larger-than-life achievements. No myth raking can rob Gandhi of his moral force or diminish the remarkable importance of this scrawny little man. For the 20th century — and surely for the ones to follow — it is the towering myth of the Mahatma that matters.Consciously or not, every oppressed people or group with a cause has practiced what Gandhi preached. Sixties kids like me were his disciples when we went South in the Freedom Summer to sit in for civil rights and when we paraded through the streets of America to stop the war in Vietnam. Our passionate commitment, nonviolent activism, willingness to accept punishment for civil disobedience were lessons he taught. Martin Luther King Jr. learned them; so did Nelson Mandela, Lech Walesa, Aung San Suu Kyi, the unknown Chinese who defied the tanks in 1989 and the environmental marchers in Seattle a few weeks ago.It may be that this most Indian of leaders, revered as Bapuji, or Father of the Nation, means more now to the world at large. Foreigners don't have to wrestle with the confusion Indians feel today as they judge whether their nation has kept faith with his vision. For the rest of us, his image offers something much simpler — a shining set of ideals to emulate. Individual freedom. Political liberty. Social justice. Nonviolent protest. Passive resistance. Religious tolerance. His work and his spirit awakened the 20th century to ideas that serve as a moral beacon for all epochs.Half a century after his death, most of us know little of Gandhi's real history or how the Mahatma in our minds came to be. Hundreds of biographies uncritically canonize him. Winston Churchill scorned him as a half-naked fakir stirring up sedition. His generation knew him as a radical political agitator; ours shrugs off a holy man with romantic notions of a pure, pre-industrial life. There is no either-or. The saint and the politician inhabited the same slender frame, each nourishing the other. His struggle for a nation's rights was one and the same with his struggle for individual salvation.The flesh-and-blood Gandhi was a most unlikely saint. Just conjure up his portrait: a skinny, bent figure, nut brown and naked except for a white loincloth, cheap spectacles perched on his nose, frail hand grasping a tall bamboo staff. This was one of the century's great revolutionaries? Yet this strange figure swayed millions with his hypnotic spell. His garb was the perfect uniform for the kind of revolutionary he was, wielding weapons of prayer and nonviolence more powerful than guns.Saints are hard to live with, and this one's personal habits were decidedly odd. Mondays were "days of silence," when he refused to speak. A devoted vegetarian, he indulged in faddish dietetic experiments that sometimes came near to killing him. He eschewed all spices as a discipline of the senses. He napped every day with a mud poultice on abdomen and brow. He was so insistent on absolute regularity in his daily regimen that he safety-pinned a watch to his homespun dhoti, synchronized with the clock at his ashram. He scheduled his bowel movements for 20 minutes morning and afternoon. "The bathroom is a temple," he said, and anyone was welcome to chat with him there. He had a cleansing enema every night. (TIME)=============================TIME Person of the Century:Albert EinsteinHe was the pre-eminent scientist in a century dominated by science. The touchstones of the era — the Bomb, the Big Bang, quantum physics and electronics — all bear his imprint----------------------------------50 Greatest Quotes on MenBefore success comes in any man’s life, he’s sure to meet with much temporary defeat and, perhaps some failures. When defeat overtakes a man, the easiest and the most logical thing to do is to quit. That’s exactly what the majority of men do. ~ Napoleon Hill 1. I never liked the men I loved and never loved the men I liked. ~ Fanny Brice 2. You can tell the strength of a nation by the women behind its men. ~ Benjamin Disraeli 3. Power does not corrupt men; fools, however, if they get into a position of power, corrupt power. ~ George Bernard Shaw 4. When men and woman die, as poets sung, his heart’s the last part moves, her last, the tongue. ~ Benjamin Franklin 5. Passion makes idiots of the cleverest men, and makes the biggest idiots clever. ~ Francois de La Rochefoucauld 6. If you would convince a man that he does wrong, do right. Men will believe what they see. ~ Henry David Thoreau 7. All men’s miseries derive from not being able to sit in a quiet room alone. ~ Blaise Pascal 8. The world judge of men by their ability in their profession, and we judge of ourselves by the same test: for it is on that on which our success in life depends. ~ William Hazlitt 9. All women become like their mothers. That is their tragedy. No man does. That’s his. ~ Oscar Wilde 10. God made woman beautiful and foolish; beautiful, that man might love her; and foolish, that she might love him. ~ Unknown 11. Young men want to be faithful, and are not; old men want to be faithless, and cannot. ~ Oscar Wilde 12. It’s not the men in my life that counts, it’s the life in my men. ~ Mae West 13. A man may conquer a million men in battle but one who conquers himself is, indeed, the greatest of conquerors. ~ Buddha 14. Women need a reason to have sex. Men just need a place. ~ Billy Crystal 15. Men play the game; women know the score. ~ Roger Woddis 16. Man will occasionally stumble over the truth, but most times he will pick himself up and carry on. ~ Winston Churchill 17. There are some sluggish men who are improved by drinking; as there are fruits that are not good until they are rotten. ~ Samuel Johnson 18. When a man points a finger at someone else, he should remember that four of his fingers are pointing at himself. ~ Louis Nizer 19. Happy is he who still loves something he loved in the nursery: He has not been broken in two by time; he is not two men, but one, and he has saved not only his soul but his life. ~ Gilbert K. Chesterton 20. Few men have been admired of their familiars. ~ Michel de Montaigne 21. Boys will be boys, and so will a lot of middle-aged men. ~ Kin Hubbard 22. If it’s true that men are such beasts, this must account for the fact that most women are animal lovers. ~ Doris Day 23. All men [are] of one metal, but not in one mold. ~ John Lyly 24. Men are like steel. When they lose their temper, they lose their worth. ~ Chuck Norris 25. Adversity makes men, and prosperity makes monsters. ~ Victor Hugo 26. Men seldom, or rather never for a length of time and deliberately, rebel against anything that does not deserve rebelling against. ~ Thomas Carlyle 27. Is it not rather what we expect in men, that they should have numerous strands of experience lying side by side and never compare them with each other? ~ George Eliot 28. A child, from the time he can think, should think about all he sees, should suffer for all who cannot live with honesty, should work so that all men can be honest, and should be honest himself. ~ Jose Marti 29. The greatest truths are the simplest, and so are the greatest men. ~ Julius Charles Hare 30. Men are so willing to respect anything that bores them. ~ Marilyn Moroe 31. There are more men ennobled by study than by nature. ~ Marcus Tullius Cicero 32. Young men preen. Old men scheme. ~ Mason Cooley 33. If you want anything said, ask a man. If you want something done, ask a woman. ~ Margaret Thatcher 34. A diplomat is a man who always remembers a woman’s birthday but never remembers her age. ~ Robert Frost 35. Classical quotation is the parole of literary men all over the world. ~ Samuel Johnson 36. Men do not quit playing because they grow old; they grow old because they quit playing. ~ Oliver Wendell Holmes 37. The desire of excessive power caused the angels to fall; the desire of knowledge caused men to fall. ~ Francis Bacon 38. Perfect friendship is the friendship of men who are good, and alike in excellence; for these wish well alike to each other qua good, and they are good in themselves. ~ Aristotle 39. Men should be like Kleenex, soft, strong and disposable. ~ Cher 40. There are three kinds of men. The one that learns by reading. The few who learn by observation. The rest of them have to pee on the electric fence for themselves. ~ Will Rogers 41. Priests are not men of the world; it is not intended that they should be; and a University training is the one best adapted to prevent their becoming so. ~ Samuel Butler 42. Let me embrace thee, sour adversity, for wise men say it is the wisest course. ~ William Shakespeare 43. Men are only as great as they are kind. ~ Elbert Hubbard 44. Men kick friendship around like a football, but it doesn’t seem to crack. Women treat it like glass and it goes to pieces. ~ Anne Morrow Lindbergh 45. Only the wisest and stupidest of men never change. ~ Confucius 46. In the long run, men hit only what they aim at. Therefore, they had better aim at something high. ~ Henry David Thoreau 47. It is a fact often observed, that men have written good verses under the inspiration of passion, who cannot write well under other circumstances. ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson 48. If there is no struggle, there is no progress. Those who profess to favor freedom, and deprecate agitation, are men who want crops without plowing up the ground, they want rain without thunder and lightning. ~ Frederick Douglass 49. Violent men have not been known in history to die to a man. They die up to a point. ~ Mohandas Gandhi 50. Great men or men of great gifts you shall easily find, but symmetrical men never. ~ Ralph Waldo EmersonI know there are way too many quotes on men to simply include in a post. If you got some time and have any quotes on men, please take a moment and share with the rest of us. Man must be disciplined, for he is by nature raw and wild. ~ Immanuel Kant

Indra Nooyi's mantras for successhttp://specials.rediff.com/money/2008/sep/12sld1.htmCAT 2008: Tips to boost your vocabhttp://www.rediff.com/getahead/2008/sep/05cat1.htmThe Better Sex Diethttp://www.mensfitness.com/nutrition/2287 Sex-Boosting Foodshttp://www.mensfitness.com/nutrition/18The Web Billionaireshttp://www.forbes.com/2008/09/08/billionaires-internet-web-biz-billies-cx_af_0908webbillies.html?feed=rss_newsAmerica's best country inns and hotelshttp://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/26407764/48 Ways to Be Nice and Improve the World Around You http://www.realsimple.com/realsimple/package/0,21861,1734800-1134948,00.html?xid=weeklynewsMeal balancerhttp://www.prevention.com/mealbalancer/India's most admired entrepreneurshttp://specials.rediff.com/money/2008/sep/10sli1.htm----------------------------------------------------Oprah WinfreyShe didn't create the talk-show format. But the compassion and intimacy she put into it have created a new way for us to talk to one another====================================Waving the flags of Brazil and the U.S., Pele is carried off the field by players of both teams at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J., on Oct. 1, 1977 after his final game. Pele played for both teams in the exhibition — the New York Cosmos and Santos, his former team in BrazilPeléHe dominated soccer for two decades with a passion matched only by that of his fans throughout the world====================Mohandas GandhiIn an age of empire and military might, he proved that the powerless had power and that force of arms would not forever prevail against force of spiritThe Mahatma, the Great Soul, endures in the best part of our minds, where our ideals are kept: the embodiment of human rights and the creed of nonviolence. Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi is something else, an eccentric of complex, contradictory and exhausting character most of us hardly know. It is fashionable at this fin de siecle to use the man to tear down the hero, to expose human pathologies at the expense of larger-than-life achievements. No myth raking can rob Gandhi of his moral force or diminish the remarkable importance of this scrawny little man. For the 20th century — and surely for the ones to follow — it is the towering myth of the Mahatma that matters.Consciously or not, every oppressed people or group with a cause has practiced what Gandhi preached. Sixties kids like me were his disciples when we went South in the Freedom Summer to sit in for civil rights and when we paraded through the streets of America to stop the war in Vietnam. Our passionate commitment, nonviolent activism, willingness to accept punishment for civil disobedience were lessons he taught. Martin Luther King Jr. learned them; so did Nelson Mandela, Lech Walesa, Aung San Suu Kyi, the unknown Chinese who defied the tanks in 1989 and the environmental marchers in Seattle a few weeks ago.It may be that this most Indian of leaders, revered as Bapuji, or Father of the Nation, means more now to the world at large. Foreigners don't have to wrestle with the confusion Indians feel today as they judge whether their nation has kept faith with his vision. For the rest of us, his image offers something much simpler — a shining set of ideals to emulate. Individual freedom. Political liberty. Social justice. Nonviolent protest. Passive resistance. Religious tolerance. His work and his spirit awakened the 20th century to ideas that serve as a moral beacon for all epochs.Half a century after his death, most of us know little of Gandhi's real history or how the Mahatma in our minds came to be. Hundreds of biographies uncritically canonize him. Winston Churchill scorned him as a half-naked fakir stirring up sedition. His generation knew him as a radical political agitator; ours shrugs off a holy man with romantic notions of a pure, pre-industrial life. There is no either-or. The saint and the politician inhabited the same slender frame, each nourishing the other. His struggle for a nation's rights was one and the same with his struggle for individual salvation.The flesh-and-blood Gandhi was a most unlikely saint. Just conjure up his portrait: a skinny, bent figure, nut brown and naked except for a white loincloth, cheap spectacles perched on his nose, frail hand grasping a tall bamboo staff. This was one of the century's great revolutionaries? Yet this strange figure swayed millions with his hypnotic spell. His garb was the perfect uniform for the kind of revolutionary he was, wielding weapons of prayer and nonviolence more powerful than guns.Saints are hard to live with, and this one's personal habits were decidedly odd. Mondays were "days of silence," when he refused to speak. A devoted vegetarian, he indulged in faddish dietetic experiments that sometimes came near to killing him. He eschewed all spices as a discipline of the senses. He napped every day with a mud poultice on abdomen and brow. He was so insistent on absolute regularity in his daily regimen that he safety-pinned a watch to his homespun dhoti, synchronized with the clock at his ashram. He scheduled his bowel movements for 20 minutes morning and afternoon. "The bathroom is a temple," he said, and anyone was welcome to chat with him there. He had a cleansing enema every night. (TIME)=============================TIME Person of the Century:Albert EinsteinHe was the pre-eminent scientist in a century dominated by science. The touchstones of the era — the Bomb, the Big Bang, quantum physics and electronics — all bear his imprint----------------------------------50 Greatest Quotes on MenBefore success comes in any man’s life, he’s sure to meet with much temporary defeat and, perhaps some failures. When defeat overtakes a man, the easiest and the most logical thing to do is to quit. That’s exactly what the majority of men do. ~ Napoleon Hill 1. I never liked the men I loved and never loved the men I liked. ~ Fanny Brice 2. You can tell the strength of a nation by the women behind its men. ~ Benjamin Disraeli 3. Power does not corrupt men; fools, however, if they get into a position of power, corrupt power. ~ George Bernard Shaw 4. When men and woman die, as poets sung, his heart’s the last part moves, her last, the tongue. ~ Benjamin Franklin 5. Passion makes idiots of the cleverest men, and makes the biggest idiots clever. ~ Francois de La Rochefoucauld 6. If you would convince a man that he does wrong, do right. Men will believe what they see. ~ Henry David Thoreau 7. All men’s miseries derive from not being able to sit in a quiet room alone. ~ Blaise Pascal 8. The world judge of men by their ability in their profession, and we judge of ourselves by the same test: for it is on that on which our success in life depends. ~ William Hazlitt 9. All women become like their mothers. That is their tragedy. No man does. That’s his. ~ Oscar Wilde 10. God made woman beautiful and foolish; beautiful, that man might love her; and foolish, that she might love him. ~ Unknown 11. Young men want to be faithful, and are not; old men want to be faithless, and cannot. ~ Oscar Wilde 12. It’s not the men in my life that counts, it’s the life in my men. ~ Mae West 13. A man may conquer a million men in battle but one who conquers himself is, indeed, the greatest of conquerors. ~ Buddha 14. Women need a reason to have sex. Men just need a place. ~ Billy Crystal 15. Men play the game; women know the score. ~ Roger Woddis 16. Man will occasionally stumble over the truth, but most times he will pick himself up and carry on. ~ Winston Churchill 17. There are some sluggish men who are improved by drinking; as there are fruits that are not good until they are rotten. ~ Samuel Johnson 18. When a man points a finger at someone else, he should remember that four of his fingers are pointing at himself. ~ Louis Nizer 19. Happy is he who still loves something he loved in the nursery: He has not been broken in two by time; he is not two men, but one, and he has saved not only his soul but his life. ~ Gilbert K. Chesterton 20. Few men have been admired of their familiars. ~ Michel de Montaigne 21. Boys will be boys, and so will a lot of middle-aged men. ~ Kin Hubbard 22. If it’s true that men are such beasts, this must account for the fact that most women are animal lovers. ~ Doris Day 23. All men [are] of one metal, but not in one mold. ~ John Lyly 24. Men are like steel. When they lose their temper, they lose their worth. ~ Chuck Norris 25. Adversity makes men, and prosperity makes monsters. ~ Victor Hugo 26. Men seldom, or rather never for a length of time and deliberately, rebel against anything that does not deserve rebelling against. ~ Thomas Carlyle 27. Is it not rather what we expect in men, that they should have numerous strands of experience lying side by side and never compare them with each other? ~ George Eliot 28. A child, from the time he can think, should think about all he sees, should suffer for all who cannot live with honesty, should work so that all men can be honest, and should be honest himself. ~ Jose Marti 29. The greatest truths are the simplest, and so are the greatest men. ~ Julius Charles Hare 30. Men are so willing to respect anything that bores them. ~ Marilyn Moroe 31. There are more men ennobled by study than by nature. ~ Marcus Tullius Cicero 32. Young men preen. Old men scheme. ~ Mason Cooley 33. If you want anything said, ask a man. If you want something done, ask a woman. ~ Margaret Thatcher 34. A diplomat is a man who always remembers a woman’s birthday but never remembers her age. ~ Robert Frost 35. Classical quotation is the parole of literary men all over the world. ~ Samuel Johnson 36. Men do not quit playing because they grow old; they grow old because they quit playing. ~ Oliver Wendell Holmes 37. The desire of excessive power caused the angels to fall; the desire of knowledge caused men to fall. ~ Francis Bacon 38. Perfect friendship is the friendship of men who are good, and alike in excellence; for these wish well alike to each other qua good, and they are good in themselves. ~ Aristotle 39. Men should be like Kleenex, soft, strong and disposable. ~ Cher 40. There are three kinds of men. The one that learns by reading. The few who learn by observation. The rest of them have to pee on the electric fence for themselves. ~ Will Rogers 41. Priests are not men of the world; it is not intended that they should be; and a University training is the one best adapted to prevent their becoming so. ~ Samuel Butler 42. Let me embrace thee, sour adversity, for wise men say it is the wisest course. ~ William Shakespeare 43. Men are only as great as they are kind. ~ Elbert Hubbard 44. Men kick friendship around like a football, but it doesn’t seem to crack. Women treat it like glass and it goes to pieces. ~ Anne Morrow Lindbergh 45. Only the wisest and stupidest of men never change. ~ Confucius 46. In the long run, men hit only what they aim at. Therefore, they had better aim at something high. ~ Henry David Thoreau 47. It is a fact often observed, that men have written good verses under the inspiration of passion, who cannot write well under other circumstances. ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson 48. If there is no struggle, there is no progress. Those who profess to favor freedom, and deprecate agitation, are men who want crops without plowing up the ground, they want rain without thunder and lightning. ~ Frederick Douglass 49. Violent men have not been known in history to die to a man. They die up to a point. ~ Mohandas Gandhi 50. Great men or men of great gifts you shall easily find, but symmetrical men never. ~ Ralph Waldo EmersonI know there are way too many quotes on men to simply include in a post. If you got some time and have any quotes on men, please take a moment and share with the rest of us. Man must be disciplined, for he is by nature raw and wild. ~ Immanuel Kant

Best Advertising Slogans Everhttp://fun-genius.com/index.php/Interesting/Best-Advertising-Slogans-Ever.htmlMarriage is in shambles without love or sex'http://specials.rediff.com/getahead/2008/sep/12slid1.htmTen top techniques of seduction revealedhttp://lifestyle.in.msn.com/relationships/article.aspx?cp-documentid=1651491Top 10: Beautiful Beacheshttp://www.askmen.com/top_10/dating/beautiful-beaches.htmlTop 10: Signs You're Too Good For Herhttp://www.askmen.com/top_10/dating/top-10-signs-youre-too-good-for-her.htmlTop 10: Guys' Movies She'll Likehttp://www.askmen.com/top_10/dating/top-10-guys-movies-shell-like.html39 Masterpieces Of Creative Advertisementshttp://www.smashingapps.com/2008/09/10/39-masterpieces-of-creative-advertisements.htmlThe Key to Wedded Bliss? Money Matters http://www.nytimes.com/2008/09/10/business/businessspecial3/10WED.html?_r=1&partner;=rssuserland&emc;=rss&pagewanted;=all&oref;=sloginIF you ask married people why their marriage works, they are probably not going to say it’s because they found their financial soul mate.But if they are lucky, they have. Marrying a person who shares your attitudes about money might just be the smartest financial decision you will ever make. In fact, when it comes to finances, your marriage is likely to be your most valuable asset — or your largest liability.Rejuvenate your skin, the healthy wayhttp://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/articleshow/3471841.cmsTop 10 Tricks for a Healthy Body and Soulhttp://living.health.com/2008/04/30/get-more-of-this-good-stuff/Bone-Building ActionGood-for-You IodineCheers for Your HeartSunscreen for Wrinkle-Free LipsSweet, Glorious SleepBelly-Fighting FruitCancer-Fighting VeggiesStress-Relieving SexBrain PowerHeart-Healthy OilsTop 10 Mysteries of the Mindhttp://www.livescience.com/health/top10_mysteriesofthemind.html--Humans Have Astonishing Memories, Study Finds http://news.yahoo.com/s/livescience/20080909/sc_livescience/humanshaveastonishingmemoriesstudyfinds;_ylt=AnFpeHwNZWd.c_ADVQ0sYLMDW7oF If human memory were truly digital, it would have just received an upgrade from something like the capacity of a floppy disk to that of a flash drive. A new study found the brain can remember a lot more than previously believed.In a recent experiment, people who viewed pictures of thousands of objects over five hours were able to remember astonishing details afterward about most of the objects.Though previous studies have never measured such astounding feats of memory, it may be simply because no one really tried."People had never tested whether people could remember this much detail about this many objects," said researcher Timothy Brady, a cognitive neuroscientist at MIT. "Nobody actually pushed it this far."Living with a sex-addict? http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/articleshow/3448309.cms40 Icon Tutorials for Photoshophttp://vandelaydesign.com/blog/design/icon-tutorials-for-photoshop/Here They Are, Science's 10 Most Beautiful Experimentshttp://query.nytimes.com/gst/fullpage.html?res=9D06E6D91439F937A1575AC0A9649C8B6321 Easy Hacks to Simplify Your Lifehttp://zenhabits.net/2008/09/21-easy-hacks-to-simplify-your-life/“Simplicity, simplicity, simplicity! I say, let your affairs be as two or three, and not a hundred or a thousand instead of a million count half a dozen, and keep your accounts on your thumb-nail.” - Henry David Thoreau“Reduce the complexity of life by eliminating the needless wants of life, and the labors of life reduce themselves.” - Edwin Way Teale20 Superfoods for Weight Losshttp://www.glamour.com/health-fitness/2008/08/self-super-foods-weight-loss----10 Reasons You're Not Losing That Weighthttp://health.msn.com/weight-loss/slideshow.aspx?cp-documentid=100213228The 6 Coolest Jobs for Weird Majorshttp://www.usnews.com/articles/business/careers/2008/08/28/the-6-coolest-jobs-for-weird-majors.htmlLunchtime! Pack the perfect school mealhttp://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/26352602/120 Ways to Boost Your Brain Powerhttp://litemind.com/boost-brain-power/---------------------------------The 20 Most Trafficked Web Siteshttp://www.forbes.com/2008/08/20/google-yahoo-microsoft-ent-tech-cx_ml_0820wheregoweb_slide_4.html?thisSpeed=15000----------------------------------------3 Tips for a Strong Backhttp://www.rd.com/living-healthy/prevent-back-pain-3-tips-for-a-strong-back/article94998.htmlSeven Secrets to a Great Naphttp://www.newsweek.com/id/580124 Ways to Green Your Kids' Lunch Boxeshttp://green.msn.com/galleries/photos/photos.aspx?gid=227>1;=45002&page;=1Simplifying Your Financeshttp://usnews.feedroom.com/?fr_story=3425b3b6b79d592164c48f93385d3806e7445c6d&rf;=bmwhat do you want to do before you die?http://beforeidieiwantto.org/Eight pages of beauty and heartbreak.http://community.livejournal.com/scans_daily/5408800.html31 Simple Ways to Prevent Cancerhttp://www.rd.com/living-healthy/31-simple-ways-to-prevent-cancer/article16072.htmlWho said what?http://www.newsweek.com/id/156677The Vodka Poison Ivy Cure ... and 9 Other Weird Uses for Vodkahttp://www.thedailygreen.com/green-homes/latest/vodka-uses-460424?link=rel&dom;=msn&src;=syn&con;=slide&mag;=tdg-The Ultimate Procrastination Flowchart======================================Four Ways to Get That Burdensome Debt Paid OffPay more than the minimum.Cash out your savings account.Borrow against your life insurance. Renegotiate terms with your creditors.http://finance.yahoo.com/banking-budgeting/article/105249/Four-Ways-to-Get-That-Burdensome-Debt-Paid-Off======18 Ways to Beat Inflationhttp://finance.yahoo.com/banking-budgeting/article/105250/18-Ways-to-Beat-InflationCut out some waste and take advantage of a few overlooked deals, and you can rein in your budget without feeling like a penny-pincher.1. Gas - Conserve Fuel in Any Car====Five Signs That You're Living Beyond Your MeansSign No. 1 - Your Credit Score is Below 600Sign No. 2 - You are Saving Less Than 5%Sign No. 3 - Your Credit Card Balances are RisingSign No. 4 - More Than 28% of Income Goes To Your HouseSign No. 5 - Your Bills are Spiraling Out of Controlhttp://finance.yahoo.com/banking-budgeting/article/105396/Five-Signs-That-You're-Living-Beyond-Your-Means===========Art of Simple, Conscious Living: 5 Habits for Happy Lifehttp://www.successsoul.com/2008/03/12/art-of-simple-conscious-living-5-habits-for-happy-life/The only way a rich man can be healthy is by exercise and abstinence - living like a poor man.- Sir William Temple-----------------How to Retire a Millionairehttp://abcnews.go.com/GMA/Parenting/story?id=5326045&page;=1With record-high gas and food prices, many Americans are struggling just to make ends meet, and a lot of people are looking for ways to get more money as they eye retirement. Find out what you can do at any age to ensure your finances during retirement.Mellody Hobson has tips on how to save $1 million for retirement.How is it practical to establish monthly savings goals to join the ranks of the millionaire club?Money is tight for most Americans right now, but the bottom line is that you cannot afford not to start saving and investing for your future. It is pretty simple — if you do not put the money away now, there will not be enough for you to live on later. And the earlier you start, the more manageable your savings goals will be.How can I retire a millionaire?At Age 25At 25 years old, if you can save $75 a week, or $300 a month, in a mutual fund with an average return of about 8 percent, you would have $1 million by the time you turn 65. ======================50 Things to Do Before You Diehttp://thetravelersnotebook.com/activity-guide/50-things-to-do-before-you-die/=============================How is the Sensex calculated?http://www.utvi.com/schoolFaqs.php#819The Sensex , an abbreviation of the BSE sensitive index, is a market capitalisation-weighted index of 30 stocks representing a sample of large, well-established and financially sound companies. It is the oldest index in India and has acquired a unique place in the collective consciousness of investors.The index is widely used to measure the performance of the Indian stock markets. Sensex is considered to be the pulse of the Indian stock markets as it represents the underlying universe of listed stocks on The Stock Exchange, Mumbai. Further, as the oldest index of the Indian stock market, it provides time series data over a fairly long period of time (since 1978-79).Sensex is not only scientifically designed but also based on globally accepted construction and review methodology.Sensex Calculation MethodologyAs per the methodology, the level of index at any point of time reflects the free-float market value of 30 component stocks relative to a base period. The market capitalisation of a company is determined by multiplying the price of its stock by the number of shares issued by the company. This market capitalisation is further multiplied by the free-float factor to determine the free-float market capitalisation.The base period of Sensex is 1978-79, and the base value is 100 points. This is often indicated by the notation 1978-79=100. The calculation of Sensex involves dividing the free-float market capitalisation of 30 companies in the index by a number called the Index Divisor.The Divisor is the only link to the original base period value of the Sensex. It keeps the index comparable over time and is the adjustment point for all index adjustments arising out of corporate actions, replacement of scrips etc.During market hours, prices of the index scrips, at which latest trades are executed, are used by the trading system to calculate the Sensex every 15 seconds and disseminated in real time.Understanding Free-float MethodologyConcept: Free-float Methodology refers to an index construction methodology that takes into consideration only the free-float market capitalisation of a company for the purpose of index calculation and assigning weight to stocks in the index.Free-float market capitalisation is defined as that proportion of total shares issued by the company that are readily available for trading in the market.It generally excludes promoters' holding, government holding, strategic holding and other locked-in shares that will not come to the market for trading in the normal course. In other words, the market capitalisation of each company in a free-float index is reduced to the extent of its readily available shares in the market.In India, BSE pioneered the concept of free-float by launching BSE TECk in July 2001 and BANKEX in June 2003. While BSE TECk Index is a TMT benchmark, BANKEX is positioned as a benchmark for the banking sector stocks.Definition of Free-float: Shares held by investors that would not, in the normal course, come into the open market for trading are treated as 'Controlling/ Strategic Holdings', and hence not included in free-float. In specific, the following categories of holding are generally excluded from the definition of free-float: * Holdings by founders/directors/ acquirers which has control element * Holdings by persons/ bodies with "Controlling Interest" * Government holding as promoter/acquirer * Holdings through the FDI Route * Strategic stakes by private corporate bodies/ individuals * Equity held by associate/group companies (cross-holdings) * Equity held by Employee Welfare TrustsLocked-in shares and shares which would not be sold in the open market in normal course. The remaining shareholders would fall under the free-float category.============================================================================

Best Advertising Slogans Everhttp://fun-genius.com/index.php/Interesting/Best-Advertising-Slogans-Ever.htmlMarriage is in shambles without love or sex'http://specials.rediff.com/getahead/2008/sep/12slid1.htmTen top techniques of seduction revealedhttp://lifestyle.in.msn.com/relationships/article.aspx?cp-documentid=1651491Top 10: Beautiful Beacheshttp://www.askmen.com/top_10/dating/beautiful-beaches.htmlTop 10: Signs You're Too Good For Herhttp://www.askmen.com/top_10/dating/top-10-signs-youre-too-good-for-her.htmlTop 10: Guys' Movies She'll Likehttp://www.askmen.com/top_10/dating/top-10-guys-movies-shell-like.html39 Masterpieces Of Creative Advertisementshttp://www.smashingapps.com/2008/09/10/39-masterpieces-of-creative-advertisements.htmlThe Key to Wedded Bliss? Money Matters http://www.nytimes.com/2008/09/10/business/businessspecial3/10WED.html?_r=1&partner;=rssuserland&emc;=rss&pagewanted;=all&oref;=sloginIF you ask married people why their marriage works, they are probably not going to say it’s because they found their financial soul mate.But if they are lucky, they have. Marrying a person who shares your attitudes about money might just be the smartest financial decision you will ever make. In fact, when it comes to finances, your marriage is likely to be your most valuable asset — or your largest liability.Rejuvenate your skin, the healthy wayhttp://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/articleshow/3471841.cmsTop 10 Tricks for a Healthy Body and Soulhttp://living.health.com/2008/04/30/get-more-of-this-good-stuff/Bone-Building ActionGood-for-You IodineCheers for Your HeartSunscreen for Wrinkle-Free LipsSweet, Glorious SleepBelly-Fighting FruitCancer-Fighting VeggiesStress-Relieving SexBrain PowerHeart-Healthy OilsTop 10 Mysteries of the Mindhttp://www.livescience.com/health/top10_mysteriesofthemind.html--Humans Have Astonishing Memories, Study Finds http://news.yahoo.com/s/livescience/20080909/sc_livescience/humanshaveastonishingmemoriesstudyfinds;_ylt=AnFpeHwNZWd.c_ADVQ0sYLMDW7oF If human memory were truly digital, it would have just received an upgrade from something like the capacity of a floppy disk to that of a flash drive. A new study found the brain can remember a lot more than previously believed.In a recent experiment, people who viewed pictures of thousands of objects over five hours were able to remember astonishing details afterward about most of the objects.Though previous studies have never measured such astounding feats of memory, it may be simply because no one really tried."People had never tested whether people could remember this much detail about this many objects," said researcher Timothy Brady, a cognitive neuroscientist at MIT. "Nobody actually pushed it this far."Living with a sex-addict? http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/articleshow/3448309.cms40 Icon Tutorials for Photoshophttp://vandelaydesign.com/blog/design/icon-tutorials-for-photoshop/Here They Are, Science's 10 Most Beautiful Experimentshttp://query.nytimes.com/gst/fullpage.html?res=9D06E6D91439F937A1575AC0A9649C8B6321 Easy Hacks to Simplify Your Lifehttp://zenhabits.net/2008/09/21-easy-hacks-to-simplify-your-life/“Simplicity, simplicity, simplicity! I say, let your affairs be as two or three, and not a hundred or a thousand instead of a million count half a dozen, and keep your accounts on your thumb-nail.” - Henry David Thoreau“Reduce the complexity of life by eliminating the needless wants of life, and the labors of life reduce themselves.” - Edwin Way Teale20 Superfoods for Weight Losshttp://www.glamour.com/health-fitness/2008/08/self-super-foods-weight-loss----10 Reasons You're Not Losing That Weighthttp://health.msn.com/weight-loss/slideshow.aspx?cp-documentid=100213228The 6 Coolest Jobs for Weird Majorshttp://www.usnews.com/articles/business/careers/2008/08/28/the-6-coolest-jobs-for-weird-majors.htmlLunchtime! Pack the perfect school mealhttp://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/26352602/120 Ways to Boost Your Brain Powerhttp://litemind.com/boost-brain-power/---------------------------------The 20 Most Trafficked Web Siteshttp://www.forbes.com/2008/08/20/google-yahoo-microsoft-ent-tech-cx_ml_0820wheregoweb_slide_4.html?thisSpeed=15000----------------------------------------3 Tips for a Strong Backhttp://www.rd.com/living-healthy/prevent-back-pain-3-tips-for-a-strong-back/article94998.htmlSeven Secrets to a Great Naphttp://www.newsweek.com/id/580124 Ways to Green Your Kids' Lunch Boxeshttp://green.msn.com/galleries/photos/photos.aspx?gid=227>1;=45002&page;=1Simplifying Your Financeshttp://usnews.feedroom.com/?fr_story=3425b3b6b79d592164c48f93385d3806e7445c6d&rf;=bmwhat do you want to do before you die?http://beforeidieiwantto.org/Eight pages of beauty and heartbreak.http://community.livejournal.com/scans_daily/5408800.html31 Simple Ways to Prevent Cancerhttp://www.rd.com/living-healthy/31-simple-ways-to-prevent-cancer/article16072.htmlWho said what?http://www.newsweek.com/id/156677The Vodka Poison Ivy Cure ... and 9 Other Weird Uses for Vodkahttp://www.thedailygreen.com/green-homes/latest/vodka-uses-460424?link=rel&dom;=msn&src;=syn&con;=slide&mag;=tdg-The Ultimate Procrastination Flowchart======================================Four Ways to Get That Burdensome Debt Paid OffPay more than the minimum.Cash out your savings account.Borrow against your life insurance. Renegotiate terms with your creditors.http://finance.yahoo.com/banking-budgeting/article/105249/Four-Ways-to-Get-That-Burdensome-Debt-Paid-Off======18 Ways to Beat Inflationhttp://finance.yahoo.com/banking-budgeting/article/105250/18-Ways-to-Beat-InflationCut out some waste and take advantage of a few overlooked deals, and you can rein in your budget without feeling like a penny-pincher.1. Gas - Conserve Fuel in Any Car====Five Signs That You're Living Beyond Your MeansSign No. 1 - Your Credit Score is Below 600Sign No. 2 - You are Saving Less Than 5%Sign No. 3 - Your Credit Card Balances are RisingSign No. 4 - More Than 28% of Income Goes To Your HouseSign No. 5 - Your Bills are Spiraling Out of Controlhttp://finance.yahoo.com/banking-budgeting/article/105396/Five-Signs-That-You're-Living-Beyond-Your-Means===========Art of Simple, Conscious Living: 5 Habits for Happy Lifehttp://www.successsoul.com/2008/03/12/art-of-simple-conscious-living-5-habits-for-happy-life/The only way a rich man can be healthy is by exercise and abstinence - living like a poor man.- Sir William Temple-----------------How to Retire a Millionairehttp://abcnews.go.com/GMA/Parenting/story?id=5326045&page;=1With record-high gas and food prices, many Americans are struggling just to make ends meet, and a lot of people are looking for ways to get more money as they eye retirement. Find out what you can do at any age to ensure your finances during retirement.Mellody Hobson has tips on how to save $1 million for retirement.How is it practical to establish monthly savings goals to join the ranks of the millionaire club?Money is tight for most Americans right now, but the bottom line is that you cannot afford not to start saving and investing for your future. It is pretty simple — if you do not put the money away now, there will not be enough for you to live on later. And the earlier you start, the more manageable your savings goals will be.How can I retire a millionaire?At Age 25At 25 years old, if you can save $75 a week, or $300 a month, in a mutual fund with an average return of about 8 percent, you would have $1 million by the time you turn 65. ======================50 Things to Do Before You Diehttp://thetravelersnotebook.com/activity-guide/50-things-to-do-before-you-die/=============================How is the Sensex calculated?http://www.utvi.com/schoolFaqs.php#819The Sensex , an abbreviation of the BSE sensitive index, is a market capitalisation-weighted index of 30 stocks representing a sample of large, well-established and financially sound companies. It is the oldest index in India and has acquired a unique place in the collective consciousness of investors.The index is widely used to measure the performance of the Indian stock markets. Sensex is considered to be the pulse of the Indian stock markets as it represents the underlying universe of listed stocks on The Stock Exchange, Mumbai. Further, as the oldest index of the Indian stock market, it provides time series data over a fairly long period of time (since 1978-79).Sensex is not only scientifically designed but also based on globally accepted construction and review methodology.Sensex Calculation MethodologyAs per the methodology, the level of index at any point of time reflects the free-float market value of 30 component stocks relative to a base period. The market capitalisation of a company is determined by multiplying the price of its stock by the number of shares issued by the company. This market capitalisation is further multiplied by the free-float factor to determine the free-float market capitalisation.The base period of Sensex is 1978-79, and the base value is 100 points. This is often indicated by the notation 1978-79=100. The calculation of Sensex involves dividing the free-float market capitalisation of 30 companies in the index by a number called the Index Divisor.The Divisor is the only link to the original base period value of the Sensex. It keeps the index comparable over time and is the adjustment point for all index adjustments arising out of corporate actions, replacement of scrips etc.During market hours, prices of the index scrips, at which latest trades are executed, are used by the trading system to calculate the Sensex every 15 seconds and disseminated in real time.Understanding Free-float MethodologyConcept: Free-float Methodology refers to an index construction methodology that takes into consideration only the free-float market capitalisation of a company for the purpose of index calculation and assigning weight to stocks in the index.Free-float market capitalisation is defined as that proportion of total shares issued by the company that are readily available for trading in the market.It generally excludes promoters' holding, government holding, strategic holding and other locked-in shares that will not come to the market for trading in the normal course. In other words, the market capitalisation of each company in a free-float index is reduced to the extent of its readily available shares in the market.In India, BSE pioneered the concept of free-float by launching BSE TECk in July 2001 and BANKEX in June 2003. While BSE TECk Index is a TMT benchmark, BANKEX is positioned as a benchmark for the banking sector stocks.Definition of Free-float: Shares held by investors that would not, in the normal course, come into the open market for trading are treated as 'Controlling/ Strategic Holdings', and hence not included in free-float. In specific, the following categories of holding are generally excluded from the definition of free-float: * Holdings by founders/directors/ acquirers which has control element * Holdings by persons/ bodies with "Controlling Interest" * Government holding as promoter/acquirer * Holdings through the FDI Route * Strategic stakes by private corporate bodies/ individuals * Equity held by associate/group companies (cross-holdings) * Equity held by Employee Welfare TrustsLocked-in shares and shares which would not be sold in the open market in normal course. The remaining shareholders would fall under the free-float category.============================================================================

Five lessons from Ganeshhttp://specials.rediff.com/getahead/2008/sep/02sl1.htm======================Inspiring stories of two Indians who made it big in the UShttp://specials.rediff.com/money/2008/sep/02slide1.htm======================================================“The pursuit of truth is not important. What is important is the pursuit of that truth which helps you in reaching your goal” this line from Ayan Rand’s “The Romantic Manifesto”

Five lessons from Ganeshhttp://specials.rediff.com/getahead/2008/sep/02sl1.htm======================Inspiring stories of two Indians who made it big in the UShttp://specials.rediff.com/money/2008/sep/02slide1.htm======================================================“The pursuit of truth is not important. What is important is the pursuit of that truth which helps you in reaching your goal” this line from Ayan Rand’s “The Romantic Manifesto”

Amelie Mauresmo shares a joke with Slovakia's Daniela HantuchovaAlize CornetDinara Safina Hantuchova Ana Ivanovic and coMegan Foxhttp://thehouseofbabes.blogspot.com/2008/09/megan-foxs-big-bursting-bikini-boobies.html----Katrina KaifMallika SherawatShilpa ShettySherlyn ChopraLindsay LohanPriyanka ChopraEva MendesTabualishia bikiniSnehaMinissha LambaCarmen ElectraDenise bikiniBeyonceDeniseCharmee boobsJennifer Ellison Actress Rachel McAdamsSania MirzahotSania MirzaNandana SenCharlize TheronRihannaEva LongoriaKim Kardashianrarehttp://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/features/article1671735.ece?offset=17Danielle LloydMegan Foxhot and spicy Gul PanagSerena WilliamsFarzanaCarmen Electra and Kim KardashianJelena Jankovic ===============Nicole Vaidisova================Serena Williams================Yelena IsinbayevaGisele Bundchen===============Cameron Diaz bikiniKate Moss==========Sophie MonkAnna Kournikova Julia RobertsHeidi Montag in bikiniKerri Walsh

Amelie Mauresmo shares a joke with Slovakia's Daniela HantuchovaAlize CornetDinara Safina Hantuchova Ana Ivanovic and coMegan Foxhttp://thehouseofbabes.blogspot.com/2008/09/megan-foxs-big-bursting-bikini-boobies.html----Katrina KaifMallika SherawatShilpa ShettySherlyn ChopraLindsay LohanPriyanka ChopraEva MendesTabualishia bikiniSnehaMinissha LambaCarmen ElectraDenise bikiniBeyonceDeniseCharmee boobsJennifer Ellison Actress Rachel McAdamsSania MirzahotSania MirzaNandana SenCharlize TheronRihannaEva LongoriaKim Kardashianrarehttp://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/features/article1671735.ece?offset=17Danielle LloydMegan Foxhot and spicy Gul PanagSerena WilliamsFarzanaCarmen Electra and Kim KardashianJelena Jankovic ===============Nicole Vaidisova================Serena Williams================Yelena IsinbayevaGisele Bundchen===============Cameron Diaz bikiniKate Moss==========Sophie MonkAnna Kournikova Julia RobertsHeidi Montag in bikiniKerri Walsh

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Mega Star ChiranjeeviChiranjeeviKYC : Know Your ChiranjeeviChiranjeevi in black and whitePerson you like?Mahatma GandhiFavourite actors?Sean Connery, SV Ranga Rao, Charlie ChaplinFavourite movie?City LightsFavourite actress?SavithriYour best friend?ConscienceFavourite music?Folk musicYour farourite place?My bed-roomFavourite food?All food items. Sea food I like more.Your role model?Any hard-working person. That can be head of the State or a daily labourerYour favourite film of yours?KhaidiYour favourite colour?BlackYour favourite place, overseas?SwitzerlandYour valuable possession?Small gold watch given by my mother when I am 5 years old.In your view, what is the most valuable?Human relationsOne thing that makes you unhappy?Still there are many hungry peopleOne thing that makes you happy?Increase of employment opportunitiesWhat will you want, if God appears before you?God’s presence itself is a boon. What is there to askOne line you like?In achieving targets, there should not be any doubtWhat is your advice to your fans?Youth is very important state in human beings life. If you lose it, you cannot recover. By knowing it, every moment should be utilized for betterment.Chirnajeevi film milestones:-Hyderabad sultan:- In Hyderabad, the highest number of movies (35) run 100 days.Remuneration:- First hero to receive Rs 1 crore as remuneration.Box-office: In Telugu first movie to collect Rs 30 crore ( Indra)Mogudu Kaavali is the first film of Chiranjeevi to run 100 days.First Filmfare award for best actor: Punnami Nagu (1980)Pranam Khareedu (1978) first movie released. Oriya actress Reshma is heroine. Director Vasu.Highest number of films (17) produced by Allu Aravind.Chiranjeevi faced camera for the first time with Punaadi Raallu.Kodama Sinham (1990), the cow boy film was shot in 5 states and dubbed into English as Hunters of the Indian treasure.KS Rama Rao put Mega Star to Chiranjeevi with the film Marana Mrudangam (1988)Remuneration and hundred days shield for the first time with Manavoori Pandavulu (1978)First Nandi award for best actor: Swayam Krishi (1987)Second Nandi award for Apatbandhavudu (1992)Only film in the combination of Dasari Narayana Rao and Chiranjeevi: HitlerPranam Khareedu: first film release on 22 September, 1978.Punaadi Raallu: release 21 june, 1979. the film was released as 6th film of Chiranjeevi. For the first time Chiranjeevi delivered dialogue before camera on 11 February, 1978 for this film in Rajahmundry.PS Niwas, who worked as cameraman for the film told Chiranjeevi that he will become a big star in future, if he applies his wisdom to what director tells.Yamakinkarudu (1982) is free lift to Mel Gibson’s Mad Max. The film is produced by Allu Aravind and directed by Raj Bharat.For the first time Chiranjeevi acted under the directed of K Vishwanath in Subhalekha (1982) for which he won Filmfare award.Khaidi (1983) released on 28 October. This film made Chiranjeevi a super star.Under the direction of K Raghavendra Rao, Chiranjeevi as solo hero, Adavi Donga (19.9.1985) was a major hit. It widened Chiranjeevi market.Thank you...Posted by Chiranjeevi at 4:53 AM 0 commentsLabels: Chiranjeevi, Chiranjeevi quiz, chiru, mega star chiranjeevi, telugu film star, tollywood legend=====================In several of his blockbusters, Telugu superstar Chiranjeevi makes a 'grand entry', often marked by tantalizing precursors that send his fans into rapturous joy.A similar sense of anticipation grips the political circles in Andhra Pradesh now as the actor is all set to enter politics and announce the launch of a new party this month.Fifty-three year old Chiranjeevi, who rose from humble background to become the reigning star of Telugu cinema, is expected to announce his political plans in the third week of August which will be followed by a series of public meetings and road shows across the state."The announcement will be made without any fanfare. Later, a public meeting will be held in Hyderabad and Tirupati after August 15 where the party's name, agenda and programmes will be unveiled," the sources close to the actor said.For several months now, there has been a flurry of activity in Chiranjeevi's camp with two of his brothers and brother-in-law, all connected with the Telugu cinema industry, and his close aides organizing meetings with the fans associations and people from various walks of life and training programmes for the potential cadre ahead of the party formation.Chiranjeevi, a Padma Bhushan awardee who has acted in 148 films in his three decade long career, is among the highest paid actors in the country and has a massive following particularly among the youth.Chiranjeevi is a hero often seen as in the mould of the late N T Rama Rao with an image of a do-gooder, kind-hearted and loving family man. When he dons the political robes analysts feel it will be a kind of repeat of the era. NTR, the demigod of Telugu cinema, who stormed to power within nine months of floating TDP in 1983, achieving a feat that is unparallel in India's political history.The admirers of Chiru, as Chiranjeevi is referred to in film circles, are hopeful that their hero will re-create the magic of NTR while some others argue that he lacks the charisma of NTR.The new party plans to position itself as an alternative to Congress and TDP, the two main political formations at present, sources close to the star say.Political analysts, however, feel that the ageing actor will find it difficult to garner support from across the communities despite considerable fan following.However, his followers argue that his entry will alter the present political equations in the state where elections are due in May next year. The main political players fear that their traditional support base might erode if the superstar takes the political plunge. The TDP is already reeling under widespread desertions by several frontline leaders who are said to be keenly watching moves of the star.The left parties, who have been making efforts to forge Third Front in the state, said they would work with the actor provided he comes up with a definite set of policies and programmes.Several senior leaders across the political spectrum have already indicated their willingness to join Chiranjeevi's party. Prominent among them are Congress MP from Narsapur Ch Harirama Jogaiah, former TDP minister K Vidyadhar Rao and former TDP MP B Nagi Reddy.Chiranjeevi, who hails from West Godavari district in the coastal region, is seen by 'Kapus', a dominant community to which he belongs, as the best bet to fill the perceived political vacuum and end the domination of Congress and TDP in the state.He is also being projected as a rallying point for backward classes yearning for their share of political power. As a prelude to donning the political robes, the cost-accountant turned film star has been quietly making efforts to build a larger-then-life image for himself. His recent films provide a glimpse of his political aspirations.The titles of his recent films, loaded with political message, and the increased philanthropic activity through the blood bank he had floated years ago have not gone unnoticed in political circles.‘Born for the People' was the tagline for his 2002 film Indra that deals with political violence in Rayalaseema region. Then came Tagore, a year later, in which the superstar dons the role of a corruption-buster who advocates formation of anti-corruption force to wage a war against the menace.In Stalin, Chiranjeevi is a man of the masses, a do-gooder who comes to aid of those in distress. From the dusty small town of Narsapur in West Godavari district, Konidela Siva Sankara Vara Prasad, his original name, has come a long way to dominate the Telugu tinsel world.With no family connection with the film industry, Chiranjeevi's was a lone journey from rags to riches. After graduation in Narsapur, he moved to Chennai, the hub of south Indian films, where he worked as cost accountant and enrolled himself in a film institute.He made his debut in 1977 with Manavoori Pandavulu, a hugely successful film directed by Bapu. There was no looking back since then.source: screenindia.com==================================Chiranjeevi all set to launch his party at Tirupatihttp://www.aol.in/news-story/Chiranjeevi-all-set-to-launch-his-party-at-Tirupati/2008080617289012000003Do Stars Favour Megastar?http://www.greatandhra.com/ganews/viewnews.php?id=9090&cat;=22&scat;=24---------------------------------------------------------------------Chiru party announcement on 17 August, meeting on 26http://www.deccanpost.in/view_news.php?type=ts&cid;=1&sid;=1&nid;=5223Chiranjeevi readies to plunge in politics this monthhttp://www.ndtv.com/convergence/ndtv/story.aspx?id=NEWEN20080061045&ch;=8/11/2008%205:58:00%20PMChiranjeevi to launch his party soonhttp://www.hindu.com/thehindu/holnus/009200808111654.htmPolitical plunge: Chiranjeevi inaugurates party officehttp://www.ibnlive.com/news/political-plunge-chiranjeevi-inaugurates-party-office/70872-8.htmlChiranjeevi begins political careerhttp://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/India/Chiranjeevi_begins_political_career/articleshow/3350791.cmsChiranjeevi inaugurates his party officehttp://sify.com/movies/telugu/fullstory.php?id=14737711-------------------------------------------------------Donning the messiah’s rolehttp://www.indianexpress.com/story/347491._.html------------------------------------------------Chiranjeevi set to don political robes http://www.hindustantimes.com/StoryPage/StoryPage.aspx?id=f05051a6-f48d-4829-9869-3218da99b65f&ParentID;=f8fdba25-3c47-4641-9117-3f6e3ef56ec0&&Headline;=Chiranjeevi+set+to+don+political+robesIn several of his blockbusters, Telugu superstar Chiranjeevi makes a 'grand entry', often marked by tantalizing precursors that send his fans into rapturous joy.A similar sense of anticipation grips the political circles in Andhra Pradesh now as the actor is all set to enter politics and announce the launch of a new party this month.Fifty-three year old Chiranjeevi, who rose from humble background to become the reigning star of Telugu cinema, is expected to announce his political plans in the third week of August which will be followed by a series of public meetings and road shows across the state.==============Chiru has arrivedTo Announce Party Name At Tirupati MeetTIMES NEWS NETWORKHyderabad: Standing under pictures of Mahatma Gandhi, Mother Teresa, Babasaheb Ambedkar and Jyotibha Phule whose teachings he said had transformed him, Telugu megastar Chiranjeevi on Sunday announced his entry into politics and went on to state that his main “opponent” was neither the Congress or TDP but “poverty”. He added: “I am neither a leftist nor a rightist, but a humanist.” Stating that he was bidding adieu to his “30-year-long pleasure trip in the movie world,” Chiranjeevi promised to unveil his political agenda, policies and programme on August 26 at a public meeting at Tirupati. The actor who turns 53 on Friday said that he would work for a “blissful” and “cheerful” Andhra Pradesh “where people do not suffer.” Conducting the press conference all by himself, unassisted by aides, the megastar avoided giving straight answers to the volley of questions directed at him by a huge assembly of mediapersons who had descended on his office to attend his maiden conference. On several issues like the precise reasons for kickstarting a political party, his views on separate Telangana, the issue of naxalism, on the relevance of Congress and TDP, Chiranjeevi parried replies saying they were “sensitive issues” and that he would react at an “appropriate time”. Asked about how many seats he expected to win in the next elections, Chiranjeevi said (in the true fashion of a practising politician) :”I’m not entering politics for power of for office but for social service. Social justice and welfare of the poor would be high on my agenda”. Pressed on how he would react to difficult issues, Chiranjeevi said that his sensitivity would be his strength. “Being sensitive, I can understand the pain of the people better than the present day politicians,” he declared. Though indicating that his would be a party with a social welfare orientation, Chiranjeevi made no reference to inflation or other serious issues confronting the state like mindless destruction of the environment uprooting of people by big projects and problems faced by rural poor. Chiranjeevi, who rose from the ranks in Tollywood also did not provide any elaborate political or sociological reasoning for jumping into electoral politics at this point of time. But in true filmy style he referred to two suicide notes— one by a Home Guard and another by an IT couple who lamented that they were embracing death without having got a chance for voting for Chiranjeevi. He said that the call given by former president Dr A P J Abdul Kalam to professionals to enter politics had influenced him. He also “bowed” his head before intellectual, artists, women and students, who had urged him to join politics and declared that it would be a blunder not to respond to their invitation. Interestingly, Chiranjeevi paid rich tributes to NTR, the founder of Telugu Desam Party, for having inspired him in more than one way. True to his non-controversial nature, on the two major parties Congress and TDP he said, “Everybody is doing work in their own way. But, we want to take that further to the grassroot level, and do things in a different manner.” He would not be drawn into criticising them.Megastar loses close aide Chiranjeevi’s close friend, Hari Prasad suffered a heart attack while appearing on the prime time live news of a private channel on Sunday. He was rushed to a nearby private hospital, where he succumbed while undergoing treatment. Hari Prasad, 55, was Chiranjeevi’s classmate at the Madras Film Institute. He acted as a hero in the 1978 Tollywood cult movie, ‘Sivaranjani’ and essayed roles in over 100 movies in Telugu and Kannada. He had also produced some of Chiranjeevi’s blockbuster movies.While expressing his views on Chiranjeevi’s entry into politics, Hari Prasad suddenly collapsed at the TV studio. At around 10.30 pm, Hari Prasad was declared dead by doctors. Chiranjeevi visited the hospital. Chiru out to woo womenHyderabad: “I’m liking it. This role is quite different,” Chiranjeevi told The Times of India in a brief conversation after addressing his fans impromptu. That was a brief while after the hour-long press conference. Visibly pleased with how he performed in front of the cameras and the huge crowd that thronged his office, Chiranjeevi said the response of the crowd as seen indicates how they were feeling.“And you can see how I am feeling about it. My role as a politician is unlike what I have done before. How do you assess it?” he asked, his infectious smile on. If Chiranjeevi slipped into the role of his life on Sunday, younger brother Pavan Kalyan, an actor with a huge fans base himself, got into a role that he conceived for himself. Kalyan decided to be a protective shield around his brother - a role that he will continue performing. On the first day of his life as a politician, Chiranjeevi brought about some changes in his style. He was constantly trying to give more prominence to women in the crowd. This obviously was with a purpose - too woo them to vote for him. He said that women would be given due recognition in the party. When a large crowd gathered in front of his party office and he addressed them, Chiranjeevi bent as far as his body could permit him to identify the women in the crowd. Pointing out to them, he said: “I did not expect you all to come, “ and thanked them for their support. Even at the crowded press conference that he addressed, he strained his eye to look for women reporters and entertained questions from them. With chief minister Y S Rajasekhara Reddy and TDP chief N Chandrababu Naidu also out to woo the women folk to vote for them in the next elections, it is Chiranjeevi who, it appears, will work his charms on them.“It is a consciously thought of plan to connect with womenfolk. It is a strategy that he thinks will work in his favour,” an insider in the Chiranjeevi camp said. Chiranjeevi’s body language too, his aides predicted would take him closer to the masses. The masses will get to see a new act of the megastar with ‘a clenched fist, a thumbs up sign, a salute and a wave’ when he greets them. That is being different from Chandrababu Naidu who waves his hand with a ‘V’ sign and Y S Rajasekhara Reddy who waves his hand. Analysts say that on August 26 when he addresses a public meeting at Tirupati, the public would see more of Chiranjeevi’s action much as he wants to tell them that he will now ‘live my role as a politician than having to act as one’.Chiranjeevi enters politics (Hindu)Telugu actor K. Chiranjeevi on Sunday announced his resolve to enter politics and dedicate himself to the service of the poor, who “had been deprived of the fruits of development.”Mr. Chiranjeevi’s fans and political followers greeted the announcement with gusto, bursting crackers and organising rallies across Andhra Pradesh.Breaking his eight-month silence over his political plans at a press conference here, Mr. Chiranjeevi said it would be “a historical blunder” if he failed to respond to the call of the people at a time when politics had become the hunting ground for selfish persons.Mr. Chiranjeevi, who has acted in 138 films, said the former President, A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, advised him to look beyond the film career and join politics, though N.T. Rama Rao too was an inspiration.The actor said he would announce his party’s name, the design and colour of its flag and the political agenda at a public meeting at Tirupati on August 26, coinciding with Mother Teresa’s birth anniversary.Mr. Chiranjeevi said he was convinced that there was a political vacuum. “How else do you account for the huge response from the people? People want a change. Otherwise, I will not be here.” ===================Chiranjeevi takes political plunge (sify)Ending a year-long speculation, Telugu superstar Chiranjeevi on Sunday announced his entry into politics and said pro-poor policies and social justice will be his party's main agenda.The name, party flag and agenda of the new party will be unveiled at the first public meeting to be held at the temple town of Tirupati on August 26.Addressing a crowded press conference at his party office in posh Jubilee Hills in Hyderabad, the 53-year-old actor said he had decided to enter politics to ameliorate the sufferings of the poor and bring about a transformation in society.Keeping his options open on future alliances, Chiranjeevi said the question of electoral tie-ups would be considered at a later stage.While asserting that there was a political vacuum in the State, he, however, said he has no rivals."Poverty and backwardness are my enemies. I will fight against them," he said.The popular hero said former President A P J Abdul Kalam had inspired him to take the political plunge."I would have committed a historical blunder had I not entered politics," Chiranjeevi said.He parried the questions on issues like Telangana Statehood demand and naxalism and said his party would take a collective decision after thorough debate and objective analysis of the problems.-----------------------------Chiranjeevi's first day as a politician is a hitAs the 53-year-old reigning star of Telugu cinema announced his entry into politics, the question being asked is whether he can recreate the magic of NTR who had stormed to power within nine months of floating TDP in 1983, a feat that has no parallel in India's political history.But the first day, first show was a hit. The good actor that he is, Chiranjeevi stuck to the script in his first public appearance. And ensured the message went straight to the people that he was here to fill a political vacuum created by the people's desire for change."There is a political vacuum. People want a change and that I think is the same as a political vacuum. Maybe I can bring about that change," he says.The TDP and the Congress would be hoping the enthusiastic crowds gathered outside are not an indication of their worst fears coming true. Chandrababu Naidu reportedly put a brake to his statewide tour to stem the tide of TDP leaders switching loyalties. And Congress MP Hariram Jogaiah has announced his resignation from the Lok Sabha to join the actor.Thirty years ago, a young aspiring actor changed his name from Siva Sankara Varaprasad to Chiranjeevi in the hope that the name, which is one of the names for Lord Hanuman, would bring him good luck in films. It did. Now 149 films later, Chiranjeevi has opted for a career change, in the hope that he would make a bigger name for himself as a politician.Chiranjeevi will announce the name of his party in Tirupati on 26th August at a public meeting.===============Telugu superstar Chiranjeevi takes political plungeTelugu superstar Chiranjeevi, who had given enough indications in the recent months of launching a political party, on Sunday finally announced his foray into politics.The party’s name, flag, symbol and agenda will be unveiled at the first public meeting to be held at the temple town of Tirupati on August 26.The day also marked an end of his long stint with the tinsel town. “Though the film industry is very dear to me, I will not sail in two boats. But I will not back off from acting in message-oriented and educative movies,” he said.The actor, who was inspired by former president APJ Abdul Kalam to take the political plunge, said: “It would have been a historic mistake if I did not take a decision to get into politics.”Speaking at his party office in Jubilee Hills, Chiranjeevi said he had interacted with a cross section of people for guidance before beginning his political journey. “I am not here for power. I dedicate myself to the cause of the poor.”He said he was also influenced by former chief minister and Telugu matinee idol late NT Rama Rao. “There is a political vacuum and people want a change,” he added.He also recollected other instances which helped him in his decision. “A homeguard in Khammam committed suicide due to financial reason. In his suicide note, he expressed regrets of not being able to vote for Chiranjeevi,’’ the actor, who was born in a constable’s family, said.In another instance, a well-read couple committed suicide. They too in their letter had expressed their desire to vote for Chiranjeevi.“Our party will work for Santhoshaandhra Pradesh (a happy Andhra Pradesh),’’ he said. On issues like separate statehood to Telangana, he said it was a sensitive issue and a decision would be taken after ‘scientific analysis’.“We had 5 acres agricultural land,’’ he said to a query if he knew anything about agriculture. “I do not know what a blood group is. But I know blood is essential to save a life. I do not know what politics is but I certainly know that people’s issues come first,’’ he said. Minorities and women issues would also be part of his agenda.He ducked the question on the burning issues he had identified. “The media will identify them for me,” he sounded diplomatic. In the same tone, he said his assets were disclosed to the Income Tax department and his rivals were not chief minister YS Rajasekhara Reddy or TDP president N Chandrababu Naidu, but poverty.While not ruling out alliances with other parties or scaling up to a national party, he said the party would be open to all. He felt regional parties, like in Tamil Nadu, were here to stay.He is yet to decide the constituency he will fight the elections from and refrained from hazarding a guess on the total number of seats his party would capture.============Parties play it safeAll political parties in the State reacted discreetly to the Megastar�s expression of interest to join politics and serve the people."Chiranjeevi has every right to start a political party, like anyone else. Compare what we have done in the four-and-a-half years and what had been done during the nine-year Telugu Desam Party (TDP) rule.As regards Chiranjeevi or Lok Satta Party or Nava Telangana Praja Party, they are only making promises that they would do a lot but we have already done a lot," Chief Minister Y S Rajasekhara Reddy, said while addressing party leaders at Gandhi Path organised here on Sunday.Stating that the Congress had the strength to face any political party with its performance, the Chief Minister said none of the political parties had leaders who had laid down their lives for the nation like leaders of the Congress."We need not worry about others. None can prevent us from returning to power," he asserted.However, the opposition Telugu Desam Party (TDP) feels that the fight in the next elections will be mainly between the TDP and Chiranjeevi�s party.That precisely was the reaction from the TDP after Chiranjeevi announced the launch of his own political outfit.When two regional parties were in the field, the Congress would be pushed to a third or fourth position, the TDP believes."The Congress was wiped out in Tamil Nadu, Bihar, Uttar Pradesh and other States where regional parties are very strong," said TDP politburo member K Yerran Naidu.The Tamil Nadu situation would prevail in Andhra Pradesh too in the next elections, he analysed. TDP chief N Chandrababu Naidu, who returned to the city last night after his 110- day Meekosam yatra, is likely to comment on the new party on Monday.CPI national deputy secretary Suravaram Sudhakar Reddy opined that Chiranjeevi�s entry into politics would be beneficial to the Left."So far, the polarisiation had been between the Congress and the TDP. From now, it will be among three parties which would benefit the Left," he said.Admitting that people had been waiting for new forces to enter the political scene, NTPP president T Devender Goud said people�s response to the announcement from Chiranjeevi was an indication.However, the TRS has decided not to react till Chiranjeevi announces his party and its policies on August 26.=========================Chiru takes a political plungeTelugu megastar Chiranjeevi dedicated himself to public service, bidding adieu to a 30-year-long career in films to start a new life in politics.“From now onwards, I want to live for others; only then my life will be worthwhile...I am your man from today,” he said addressing a crowded media conference here on Sunday.The 53-year old actor, one of the highest paid in Indian film industry, however did not reveal his party’s name or other details saying they would be announced at the public meeting to be held in Tirupati on August 26, which is the birthday of Mother Teresa, whom he considers as an icon. He said he was inspired by B R Ambedkar, Mahatma Gandhi and Mahatma Jotirao Phule.Elaborating on his party’s objectives, Chiranjeevi said it would strive to uplift the poor, work for social justice and try to remove the disparities between the rich and the poorHe said he had been inspired to join politics not because he felt there was a political vacuum or because politics had deteriorated but because he felt he had a responsibility to give back to the people who had showered great love and admiration on him.The doubts he had on taking to politics were removed by former president A P J Abdul Kalam who told him that politics had got a bad name that it was important for good people like him to enter politics. In response to a question he said he believed in neither leftism or rightism but only in humanism. Asked if his sensitive nature was suitable for the rough and tumble of politics, Chiranjeevi said it would be to his advantage because it made him understand people’s problems like poverty and lack of medicare. “May be politicians are not sensitive, that is why problems persist,” he commented.Asked how he could be successful since he had no political experience, Chiranjeevi said he did not know how many blood groups are there but he knew that prompt and sufficient supply of blood alleviates suffering and saves life.Chiranjeevi skipped questions issues like Telangana, alliances with political parties, where he would contest from and how many seats he would contest saying they were sensitive issues and he would speak about them after the Tirupati meeting. He said it was too early to think of a national role in politics.===============================Chiranjeevi forays into politics - Times of IndiaChiranjeevi enters politics - HinduChiranjeevi's first day as a politician is a hit - NDTVChiranjeevi set to don political robes - Hindustan TimesTelugu superstar Chiranjeevi takes political plunge - Business StandardParties play it safe- New Indian ExpressChiru takes a political plunge - Deccan HeraldWill he be the new 'Chiranjeevi' of AP politics? - DNAIt was Kalam's counsel which inspired me: Chiranjeevi - SifyChiranjeevi enters politics with a bang - Home News ServiceInspired by Kalam, Chiranjeevi enters politics - Hindustan TimesNot all stars in Megastar’s favour- New Indian ExpressChiranjeevi in political arclight -NDTV3rd option for voters - New Indian ExpressChiranjeevi: If not king, he'll be kingmaker - Times of IndiaChiranjeevi's political entry evokes guarded response - HinduTelugu actor Chiranjeevi enters politics - Times of IndiaChiranjeevi launches political party -NDTVChiranjeevi’s political challenge in Andhra - livemintFilm star Chiranjeevi makes political debut - Saudi GazetteChiranjeevi takes the plunge into politics - Khaleej TimesAnother southern star - PioneerCHIRANJEEVI TAKES THE PLUNGE - India glitzI am into politics to serve people: Chiranjeevi - Hindustan TimesNot Robin Hood, I'm for livelihood, says Chiranjee... -Mumbai mirror==================Finally, Chiranjeevi announces entry in politics (rediff)Ending a year-long speculation, Telugu superstar Chiranjeevi on Sunday announced his entry into politics and said pro-poor policies and social justice will be his party's main agenda."I will do things differently so that the benefits of development reach the last man in the queue. Andhra Pradesh is the richest state but its people are the poorest. I will work to fill the growing gap between the rich and the poor. After 30 years in the glamorous film world, I have decided that my path goes towards politics to serve the people. I dedicate myself to the service of the people," Chiranjeevi told mediapersons.Addressing a crowded press conference, the superstar said, "My fight is not against any other politician but against hunger and poverty". Maintaining the suspense over the name, flag and the agenda of his proposed party, Chiranjeevi said that he would announce the details of the party at a public meeting at Tirupati on August 26, the birthday of Mother Teresa.The 56-year-old star, who has worked in over 200 movies, said that he was leaving the film industry with a heavy heart. "But I am not closing the door on acting. If a serious and educative film comes my way and it has a message for the people, I will definitely do it," he said. Calling the 'role' of a politician a new one, he said, "I can't play this role. I have to live this role."He said the inspiration to enter politics came from lakhs of supporters who had been urging him to take the plunge. "But the driving force behind my decision is former President APJ Abdul Kalam , who urged me to enter politics because not many people were interested in becoming politicians. They think politics is only for crooks and self centered people. This concept has to be changed".Chiranjeevi also said that he was inspired by Gandhiji, Mahatma Phule, Baba Ambedkar, Mother Teresa and N T Rama Rao. When queried if he wanted to become the chief minister of the state, Chiranjeevi said, "That will be decided by the people."He also rejected the criticism that as a film actor who led a luxurious life, he had no idea about the sufferings of the people. "I have spent thirty long years in the film industry, but I come from the humble family of a police constable, and have witnessed financial difficulties. We had five acres of land, which we cultivated and I know the difficulties faced by the farmers".When asked about his stand on issues like the demand for a separate Telangana state, Maoist activities and categorisation of Scheduled Castes, Chiranjeevi said, "These are very sensitive issues and we will take a stand after due deliberations". -----------------------Chiranjeevi all set to make a foray into politicshttp://www.ndtv.com/convergence/ndtv/story.aspx?id=NEWEN20080061809Telugu superstar Chiranjeevi in political arclighthttp://www.newkerala.com/topstory-fullnews-12431.htmlFrom a remote village in coastal Andhra to stardom and now to the centrestage of Andhra Pradesh politics, Chiranjeevi has come a long way.As the Telugu superstar gets set to announce the birth of his political party, millions of fans have gone gaga and predicted that he will be the next chief minister of the state.Chiru, as he is popularly known among his fans, is set to alter the equations by bringing back glamour to the state politics, which was once dominated by the demigod of Telugu cinema N.T. Rama Rao.The 53-year-old, who has been into films for three decades, Monday inaugurated his party office in upmarket Jubilee Hills here.The actor, who dragged too long the suspense around his political entry, will be addressing a news conference Sunday to announce the birth of his party. He will then formally launch the party with the first public meeting in the temple town of Tirupati Aug 26.Chiranjeevi was born on Aug 22, 1955 in Mogalturu, a small village in the coastal district of West Godavari. His name was Konidela Siva Shankara Varaprasad and he was the eldest of three sons of Anjana Devi and Venkat Rao, an excise department employee.Varaprasad attended schools in five different places because of his father's frequent transfers. He completed his schooling from P.R. Sharma Junior College at Ongole and graduated in commerce from Narasapur College.After graduation, Varaprasad moved to Chennai to seek a career in the film industry and joined a film institute in 1977."Punaadi Raallu" was the first film in which he had the lead role but it was "Pranam Kareedhu" that was first released. The year was 1978 and he began establishing himself as an actor. Soon, his style of doing action scenes and dancing became popular.Chiranjeevi, who belongs to the Kapu community, once had a dream one night in which the Hindu god Hanuman called him Chiranjeevi. On his mother's advice, he changed his screen name to Chiranjeevi, which in Hindu mythology refers to Hanuman.He married Surekha, daughter of popular yesteryears comedian Allu Ramalingayya, in 1980.Chiranjeevi's first big hit was "Khaidi", which was released in 1983 and was inspired by Hollywood blockbuster "First Blood". By then he had acted in 60 movies. The films that followed gave him the image of an action hero.He churned out more hits in the 1980s. "Pasivadi Pranam", released in 1987, brought him stardom. Going beyond his action hero image, Chiru donned a variety of roles in the 1990s.He has been virtually ruling the box office by producing big hits like "Hitler", "Master", "Sneham Kosam", "Annayya", "Indra", "Stalin" and "Shankar Dada MBBS" - a remake of the hit Bollywood film "Munnabhai MBBS". His last film was last year's "Shankar Dada Zindabad", a remake of "Lage Raho Munnabhai".Chiranjeevi has won the Nandi award for best actor thrice and the Filmfare (Telugu) award seven times. He was also conferred the Padma Vibhushan in 2006 for his contribution to Telugu cinema.Chiru's two brothers Nagendra Babu and Pavan Kalyan are actors too. His only son Ram Charan Teja is also an actor. His eldest daughter Susmitha is married to a Chennai businessman, while younger daughter Srija eloped last year.The actor, who has fan clubs across the state and abroad, enjoys immense popularity. In recent years he has been involved in social service activities.Some people compare his popularity with that of NTR who had taken the state politics by storm by coming to power within nine months of floating the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) in 1982.Chiru's fans are confident that history will repeat itself and their hero will become the chief minister after the elections scheduled to be held in March next year.However, many do not agree. Observers point out the sea change in the political situation since the early 1980s when NTR floated the TDP. They also point out that the two personalities are poles apart.The state was then dominated by a single party - the Congress - and people were looking for an alternative. NTR showed them an alternative with a slogan of "Telugu pride"."Chiranjeevi, like NTR, has the charisma but the situation now is different. There are also no major issues. His party may win a few seats and mar the prospects of Congress and TDP but he may not come to power," said a political analyst.With the Congress appearing to be firmly in the saddle, Chiranjeevi's party is likely to damage the TDP, which is trying to make a comeback. The presence of two parties in the Telangana region also poses a challenge to the actor.While NTR had a dynamic personality and used to take all major decisions himself, Chiranjeevi relies heavily on his brother-in-law Arvind and some close aides. This was the reason for the long time he took in announcing his entry into politics.NTR was more popular for his theatrics and knew how to turn tables on his rivals while Chiranjeevi is sensitive and gets emotional in the face of attacks by his rivals. It remains to be seen if the superstar manages to turn his mass appeal into votes. ---------------------Rendezvous with Chiranjeevihttp://www.rediff.com/movies/2008/aug/21sschiru.htm===================================================Praja Rajyam (People's Rule) is the name of the political party of the Telugu superstar-turned-politician Chiranjeevi.The much-awaited name was unveiled by the star before a sea of humanity at Tirupati on Tuesday evening in a filmi style.Developing the suspense and anxiety of the audience comprising of hundreds of thousands of men, women and youths, Chiranjeevi said that the name was chosen because his party was born from the hearts and minds of the people."Who called me into politics. It was you people. What do you want? It should be rule by the people for the people," he said.Without going into the details of the policies and programmes of his party, Chiranjeevi said it will be a secular, pro-poor party."It will be the part of backward and weaker sections, farmers, labours, and women. It will be party, which will fight for social justice which will take Andhra Pradesh towards economic development and prosperity and industrial development. It will make the state a Santosha Andhra Pradesh, Chirunavvulu Andhra Pradesh and Ananda Andhra Pradesh," he said.He promised top priority to the farmers, universal access to good education and healthcare to all the people on the lines of developed countries."My dream is to provide high-quality healthcare of corporate sector hospitals to the people in districts," he said.The wait was long, but worth it. The megastar and the annaya (brother) of Andhra Pradesh arrived at the Avilala Cheruvu in Tirupati at 5.30 pm amidst cheers and screams from all his fans who were waiting since morning.Chiranjeevi, sporting a white shirt, walked up to the grandly-decked dais, waving at fans who could not stop screaming the moment they laid their eyes on the star.Chiranjeevi began his speech by uttering the words and seeking the blessings of "Tirumala Tirupathi Venkatesha."Chiranjeevi, who sounded emotional on seeing such a huge gathering, said, "These eyes of mine are blessed to be witnessing such a wonderful sight."He also went on to say that he was here to serve the people and told the people that he understood the problems as he too came from a very humble background.The crowd was beyond control and screamed "Jai Chiranjeeva" as he decended upon the temple town of Andhra Pradesh.However, as he started speaking, the entire crowd went quiet and began listening to him patiently.Flowers were showered on the mega star the moment he walked up to the dais and as he waved and greeted the crowd, the people danced and shouted as though there was no tomorrow.The older women were seen weeping as he came on stage and they raised their hands towards him showering their blessings on the star.The temple town had not seen so much activity in a long time. The town was probably reminded of the days of N T Rama Rao who launched his party in Tirupati in similar fashion.The fans say that the crowd present is nearly 10 lakh. However, when one looks at the sea of humanity present at Tirupathi, you could say the crowd is as much as the eye can see.The organisers had a tough time in controlling the crowd. The police had to resort to lathi charge on three occasions to keep the crowd under control.Throughout the day, Chiranjeevi's movies such as Mutta Mesthri and Indra played on the giant screen as well as the 70 LCD monitors that have been set up at the venue.A documentary on Chiranjeevi's achievements and also on his charitable activities were also shown. The people were also treated to a variety of cultural programmes, which mainly revolved around the life and achievements of the megastar, Chiranjeevi.source: rediff-------------------Fans pack punch in idol’s debuthttp://www.telegraphindia.com/1080827/jsp/nation/story_9748768.jspChiranjeevi launches ‘Praja Rajyam’ http://www.thehindu.com/2008/08/27/stories/2008082757380100.htmChiranjeevi launches party Praja Rajyamhttp://www.ndtv.com/convergence/ndtv/story.aspx?id=NEWEN20080063058Chiranjeevi vows to change Andhrahttp://www.dnaindia.com/report.asp?newsid=1185924Chiranjeevi launches Praja Rajyam, 'overwhelmed' by supporthttp://www.expressindia.com/latest-news/Chiranjeevi-launches-Praja-Rajyam-overwhelmed-by-support/353579/http://www.hindustantimes.com/StoryPage/StoryPage.aspx?sectionName=&id;=853b4990-b9d1-44e5-a6ec-d92e91d464b5&&Headline;=Tirupati+premiere+for+Chiranjeevi%E2%80%99s+party&strParent;=strParentIDTirupati premiere for Chiranjeevi’s party Chiru releases ‘Praja Rajyam’ http://sify.com/news/imagegallery/galleryDetail.php?hcategory=13733685&hgallery;=14747185Chiranjeevi's Praja Rajyam starts with a banghttp://specials.rediff.com/news/2008/aug/27sli1.htmChiranjeevi takes centrestage, launches ‘pro-poor’ Praja Rajyamhttp://www.indianexpress.com/story/353652.htmlChiranjeevi launches his party, names it Praja Rajyamhttp://news.in.msn.com/national/article.aspx?cp-documentid=1652094Chiranjeevi remembers his penniless days http://movies.ndtv.com/newstory.asp?section=Movies&id;=ENTEN20080063117Chiranjeevi launched 'Praja Rajyam' for Prajahttp://www.newstrackindia.com/newsdetails/13749Chiranjeevi launches his PRhttp://economictimes.indiatimes.com/PoliticsNation/Chiranjeevi_launches_his_PR/articleshow/3409566.cmsChiranjeevi’s Praja Rajyam to ride social justice platformhttp://www.livemint.com/2008/08/27003325/Chiranjeevi8217s-Praja-Rajy.htmlChiru launches ‘Praja Rajyam’http://howrah.org/india_news/26119.html‘Praja Rajyam’ is Chiranjeevi’s partyhttp://www.khaleejtimes.com/darticlen.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/August/subcontinent_August961.xml§ion;=subcontinent&col;=Chiranjeevi launches his political party PRAJARAJYAM http://keralaonline.com/news/chiranjeevi-launched-his-political-party-prajarajyam_2565.html'Chiru' launches his party 'Praja Rajyam' at public meetinghttp://www.mynews.in/fullstory.aspx?storyid=9277Indian film star launches political partyhttp://www.monstersandcritics.com/news/southasia/news/article_1427013.php/Indian_film_star_launches_political_partyChiranjeevi launches Praja Rajyam, social justice is mottohttp://www.thaindian.com/newsportal/uncategorized/chiranjeevi-launches-praja-rajyam-social-justice-is-motto-intro-roundup_10089005.htmlChiranjeevi mesmerises Tirupati audiencehttp://www.buzz18.com/news/movies/chiranjeevi-mesmerises-tirupati-audience/77851/0================Superstar Chiranjeevi turns politician. Finally.http://blogs.reuters.com/india/2008/08/29/superstar-chiranjeevi-turns-politician-finally/------------------My commitment is to people: Chiru http://www.hindu.com/2008/09/15/stories/2008091553840400.htmMatinee idol Chiranjeevi is a voluble person by nature but uncommunicative in elaborating his philosophy and agenda of his party, the Praja Rajyam. Emerging from the shell, he bared his mind in an hour-long interview to The Hindu in the board room of his corporate-style office in Jubilee Hills here.He spoke with passion of his mission to bridge the rich-poor divide, organisational issues, his caste, political alliances and the way forward. His mantra for Telangana and other thorny issues is to go to the masses ‘to feel and get charged’ before declaring his stand---------------------Chiranjeevi seeks time to study Telangana issuehttp://www.rediff.com/news/2008/sep/16chiru.htm

Mega Star ChiranjeeviChiranjeeviKYC : Know Your ChiranjeeviChiranjeevi in black and whitePerson you like?Mahatma GandhiFavourite actors?Sean Connery, SV Ranga Rao, Charlie ChaplinFavourite movie?City LightsFavourite actress?SavithriYour best friend?ConscienceFavourite music?Folk musicYour farourite place?My bed-roomFavourite food?All food items. Sea food I like more.Your role model?Any hard-working person. That can be head of the State or a daily labourerYour favourite film of yours?KhaidiYour favourite colour?BlackYour favourite place, overseas?SwitzerlandYour valuable possession?Small gold watch given by my mother when I am 5 years old.In your view, what is the most valuable?Human relationsOne thing that makes you unhappy?Still there are many hungry peopleOne thing that makes you happy?Increase of employment opportunitiesWhat will you want, if God appears before you?God’s presence itself is a boon. What is there to askOne line you like?In achieving targets, there should not be any doubtWhat is your advice to your fans?Youth is very important state in human beings life. If you lose it, you cannot recover. By knowing it, every moment should be utilized for betterment.Chirnajeevi film milestones:-Hyderabad sultan:- In Hyderabad, the highest number of movies (35) run 100 days.Remuneration:- First hero to receive Rs 1 crore as remuneration.Box-office: In Telugu first movie to collect Rs 30 crore ( Indra)Mogudu Kaavali is the first film of Chiranjeevi to run 100 days.First Filmfare award for best actor: Punnami Nagu (1980)Pranam Khareedu (1978) first movie released. Oriya actress Reshma is heroine. Director Vasu.Highest number of films (17) produced by Allu Aravind.Chiranjeevi faced camera for the first time with Punaadi Raallu.Kodama Sinham (1990), the cow boy film was shot in 5 states and dubbed into English as Hunters of the Indian treasure.KS Rama Rao put Mega Star to Chiranjeevi with the film Marana Mrudangam (1988)Remuneration and hundred days shield for the first time with Manavoori Pandavulu (1978)First Nandi award for best actor: Swayam Krishi (1987)Second Nandi award for Apatbandhavudu (1992)Only film in the combination of Dasari Narayana Rao and Chiranjeevi: HitlerPranam Khareedu: first film release on 22 September, 1978.Punaadi Raallu: release 21 june, 1979. the film was released as 6th film of Chiranjeevi. For the first time Chiranjeevi delivered dialogue before camera on 11 February, 1978 for this film in Rajahmundry.PS Niwas, who worked as cameraman for the film told Chiranjeevi that he will become a big star in future, if he applies his wisdom to what director tells.Yamakinkarudu (1982) is free lift to Mel Gibson’s Mad Max. The film is produced by Allu Aravind and directed by Raj Bharat.For the first time Chiranjeevi acted under the directed of K Vishwanath in Subhalekha (1982) for which he won Filmfare award.Khaidi (1983) released on 28 October. This film made Chiranjeevi a super star.Under the direction of K Raghavendra Rao, Chiranjeevi as solo hero, Adavi Donga (19.9.1985) was a major hit. It widened Chiranjeevi market.Thank you...Posted by Chiranjeevi at 4:53 AM 0 commentsLabels: Chiranjeevi, Chiranjeevi quiz, chiru, mega star chiranjeevi, telugu film star, tollywood legend=====================In several of his blockbusters, Telugu superstar Chiranjeevi makes a 'grand entry', often marked by tantalizing precursors that send his fans into rapturous joy.A similar sense of anticipation grips the political circles in Andhra Pradesh now as the actor is all set to enter politics and announce the launch of a new party this month.Fifty-three year old Chiranjeevi, who rose from humble background to become the reigning star of Telugu cinema, is expected to announce his political plans in the third week of August which will be followed by a series of public meetings and road shows across the state."The announcement will be made without any fanfare. Later, a public meeting will be held in Hyderabad and Tirupati after August 15 where the party's name, agenda and programmes will be unveiled," the sources close to the actor said.For several months now, there has been a flurry of activity in Chiranjeevi's camp with two of his brothers and brother-in-law, all connected with the Telugu cinema industry, and his close aides organizing meetings with the fans associations and people from various walks of life and training programmes for the potential cadre ahead of the party formation.Chiranjeevi, a Padma Bhushan awardee who has acted in 148 films in his three decade long career, is among the highest paid actors in the country and has a massive following particularly among the youth.Chiranjeevi is a hero often seen as in the mould of the late N T Rama Rao with an image of a do-gooder, kind-hearted and loving family man. When he dons the political robes analysts feel it will be a kind of repeat of the era. NTR, the demigod of Telugu cinema, who stormed to power within nine months of floating TDP in 1983, achieving a feat that is unparallel in India's political history.The admirers of Chiru, as Chiranjeevi is referred to in film circles, are hopeful that their hero will re-create the magic of NTR while some others argue that he lacks the charisma of NTR.The new party plans to position itself as an alternative to Congress and TDP, the two main political formations at present, sources close to the star say.Political analysts, however, feel that the ageing actor will find it difficult to garner support from across the communities despite considerable fan following.However, his followers argue that his entry will alter the present political equations in the state where elections are due in May next year. The main political players fear that their traditional support base might erode if the superstar takes the political plunge. The TDP is already reeling under widespread desertions by several frontline leaders who are said to be keenly watching moves of the star.The left parties, who have been making efforts to forge Third Front in the state, said they would work with the actor provided he comes up with a definite set of policies and programmes.Several senior leaders across the political spectrum have already indicated their willingness to join Chiranjeevi's party. Prominent among them are Congress MP from Narsapur Ch Harirama Jogaiah, former TDP minister K Vidyadhar Rao and former TDP MP B Nagi Reddy.Chiranjeevi, who hails from West Godavari district in the coastal region, is seen by 'Kapus', a dominant community to which he belongs, as the best bet to fill the perceived political vacuum and end the domination of Congress and TDP in the state.He is also being projected as a rallying point for backward classes yearning for their share of political power. As a prelude to donning the political robes, the cost-accountant turned film star has been quietly making efforts to build a larger-then-life image for himself. His recent films provide a glimpse of his political aspirations.The titles of his recent films, loaded with political message, and the increased philanthropic activity through the blood bank he had floated years ago have not gone unnoticed in political circles.‘Born for the People' was the tagline for his 2002 film Indra that deals with political violence in Rayalaseema region. Then came Tagore, a year later, in which the superstar dons the role of a corruption-buster who advocates formation of anti-corruption force to wage a war against the menace.In Stalin, Chiranjeevi is a man of the masses, a do-gooder who comes to aid of those in distress. From the dusty small town of Narsapur in West Godavari district, Konidela Siva Sankara Vara Prasad, his original name, has come a long way to dominate the Telugu tinsel world.With no family connection with the film industry, Chiranjeevi's was a lone journey from rags to riches. After graduation in Narsapur, he moved to Chennai, the hub of south Indian films, where he worked as cost accountant and enrolled himself in a film institute.He made his debut in 1977 with Manavoori Pandavulu, a hugely successful film directed by Bapu. There was no looking back since then.source: screenindia.com==================================Chiranjeevi all set to launch his party at Tirupatihttp://www.aol.in/news-story/Chiranjeevi-all-set-to-launch-his-party-at-Tirupati/2008080617289012000003Do Stars Favour Megastar?http://www.greatandhra.com/ganews/viewnews.php?id=9090&cat;=22&scat;=24---------------------------------------------------------------------Chiru party announcement on 17 August, meeting on 26http://www.deccanpost.in/view_news.php?type=ts&cid;=1&sid;=1&nid;=5223Chiranjeevi readies to plunge in politics this monthhttp://www.ndtv.com/convergence/ndtv/story.aspx?id=NEWEN20080061045&ch;=8/11/2008%205:58:00%20PMChiranjeevi to launch his party soonhttp://www.hindu.com/thehindu/holnus/009200808111654.htmPolitical plunge: Chiranjeevi inaugurates party officehttp://www.ibnlive.com/news/political-plunge-chiranjeevi-inaugurates-party-office/70872-8.htmlChiranjeevi begins political careerhttp://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/India/Chiranjeevi_begins_political_career/articleshow/3350791.cmsChiranjeevi inaugurates his party officehttp://sify.com/movies/telugu/fullstory.php?id=14737711-------------------------------------------------------Donning the messiah’s rolehttp://www.indianexpress.com/story/347491._.html------------------------------------------------Chiranjeevi set to don political robes http://www.hindustantimes.com/StoryPage/StoryPage.aspx?id=f05051a6-f48d-4829-9869-3218da99b65f&ParentID;=f8fdba25-3c47-4641-9117-3f6e3ef56ec0&&Headline;=Chiranjeevi+set+to+don+political+robesIn several of his blockbusters, Telugu superstar Chiranjeevi makes a 'grand entry', often marked by tantalizing precursors that send his fans into rapturous joy.A similar sense of anticipation grips the political circles in Andhra Pradesh now as the actor is all set to enter politics and announce the launch of a new party this month.Fifty-three year old Chiranjeevi, who rose from humble background to become the reigning star of Telugu cinema, is expected to announce his political plans in the third week of August which will be followed by a series of public meetings and road shows across the state.==============Chiru has arrivedTo Announce Party Name At Tirupati MeetTIMES NEWS NETWORKHyderabad: Standing under pictures of Mahatma Gandhi, Mother Teresa, Babasaheb Ambedkar and Jyotibha Phule whose teachings he said had transformed him, Telugu megastar Chiranjeevi on Sunday announced his entry into politics and went on to state that his main “opponent” was neither the Congress or TDP but “poverty”. He added: “I am neither a leftist nor a rightist, but a humanist.” Stating that he was bidding adieu to his “30-year-long pleasure trip in the movie world,” Chiranjeevi promised to unveil his political agenda, policies and programme on August 26 at a public meeting at Tirupati. The actor who turns 53 on Friday said that he would work for a “blissful” and “cheerful” Andhra Pradesh “where people do not suffer.” Conducting the press conference all by himself, unassisted by aides, the megastar avoided giving straight answers to the volley of questions directed at him by a huge assembly of mediapersons who had descended on his office to attend his maiden conference. On several issues like the precise reasons for kickstarting a political party, his views on separate Telangana, the issue of naxalism, on the relevance of Congress and TDP, Chiranjeevi parried replies saying they were “sensitive issues” and that he would react at an “appropriate time”. Asked about how many seats he expected to win in the next elections, Chiranjeevi said (in the true fashion of a practising politician) :”I’m not entering politics for power of for office but for social service. Social justice and welfare of the poor would be high on my agenda”. Pressed on how he would react to difficult issues, Chiranjeevi said that his sensitivity would be his strength. “Being sensitive, I can understand the pain of the people better than the present day politicians,” he declared. Though indicating that his would be a party with a social welfare orientation, Chiranjeevi made no reference to inflation or other serious issues confronting the state like mindless destruction of the environment uprooting of people by big projects and problems faced by rural poor. Chiranjeevi, who rose from the ranks in Tollywood also did not provide any elaborate political or sociological reasoning for jumping into electoral politics at this point of time. But in true filmy style he referred to two suicide notes— one by a Home Guard and another by an IT couple who lamented that they were embracing death without having got a chance for voting for Chiranjeevi. He said that the call given by former president Dr A P J Abdul Kalam to professionals to enter politics had influenced him. He also “bowed” his head before intellectual, artists, women and students, who had urged him to join politics and declared that it would be a blunder not to respond to their invitation. Interestingly, Chiranjeevi paid rich tributes to NTR, the founder of Telugu Desam Party, for having inspired him in more than one way. True to his non-controversial nature, on the two major parties Congress and TDP he said, “Everybody is doing work in their own way. But, we want to take that further to the grassroot level, and do things in a different manner.” He would not be drawn into criticising them.Megastar loses close aide Chiranjeevi’s close friend, Hari Prasad suffered a heart attack while appearing on the prime time live news of a private channel on Sunday. He was rushed to a nearby private hospital, where he succumbed while undergoing treatment. Hari Prasad, 55, was Chiranjeevi’s classmate at the Madras Film Institute. He acted as a hero in the 1978 Tollywood cult movie, ‘Sivaranjani’ and essayed roles in over 100 movies in Telugu and Kannada. He had also produced some of Chiranjeevi’s blockbuster movies.While expressing his views on Chiranjeevi’s entry into politics, Hari Prasad suddenly collapsed at the TV studio. At around 10.30 pm, Hari Prasad was declared dead by doctors. Chiranjeevi visited the hospital. Chiru out to woo womenHyderabad: “I’m liking it. This role is quite different,” Chiranjeevi told The Times of India in a brief conversation after addressing his fans impromptu. That was a brief while after the hour-long press conference. Visibly pleased with how he performed in front of the cameras and the huge crowd that thronged his office, Chiranjeevi said the response of the crowd as seen indicates how they were feeling.“And you can see how I am feeling about it. My role as a politician is unlike what I have done before. How do you assess it?” he asked, his infectious smile on. If Chiranjeevi slipped into the role of his life on Sunday, younger brother Pavan Kalyan, an actor with a huge fans base himself, got into a role that he conceived for himself. Kalyan decided to be a protective shield around his brother - a role that he will continue performing. On the first day of his life as a politician, Chiranjeevi brought about some changes in his style. He was constantly trying to give more prominence to women in the crowd. This obviously was with a purpose - too woo them to vote for him. He said that women would be given due recognition in the party. When a large crowd gathered in front of his party office and he addressed them, Chiranjeevi bent as far as his body could permit him to identify the women in the crowd. Pointing out to them, he said: “I did not expect you all to come, “ and thanked them for their support. Even at the crowded press conference that he addressed, he strained his eye to look for women reporters and entertained questions from them. With chief minister Y S Rajasekhara Reddy and TDP chief N Chandrababu Naidu also out to woo the women folk to vote for them in the next elections, it is Chiranjeevi who, it appears, will work his charms on them.“It is a consciously thought of plan to connect with womenfolk. It is a strategy that he thinks will work in his favour,” an insider in the Chiranjeevi camp said. Chiranjeevi’s body language too, his aides predicted would take him closer to the masses. The masses will get to see a new act of the megastar with ‘a clenched fist, a thumbs up sign, a salute and a wave’ when he greets them. That is being different from Chandrababu Naidu who waves his hand with a ‘V’ sign and Y S Rajasekhara Reddy who waves his hand. Analysts say that on August 26 when he addresses a public meeting at Tirupati, the public would see more of Chiranjeevi’s action much as he wants to tell them that he will now ‘live my role as a politician than having to act as one’.Chiranjeevi enters politics (Hindu)Telugu actor K. Chiranjeevi on Sunday announced his resolve to enter politics and dedicate himself to the service of the poor, who “had been deprived of the fruits of development.”Mr. Chiranjeevi’s fans and political followers greeted the announcement with gusto, bursting crackers and organising rallies across Andhra Pradesh.Breaking his eight-month silence over his political plans at a press conference here, Mr. Chiranjeevi said it would be “a historical blunder” if he failed to respond to the call of the people at a time when politics had become the hunting ground for selfish persons.Mr. Chiranjeevi, who has acted in 138 films, said the former President, A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, advised him to look beyond the film career and join politics, though N.T. Rama Rao too was an inspiration.The actor said he would announce his party’s name, the design and colour of its flag and the political agenda at a public meeting at Tirupati on August 26, coinciding with Mother Teresa’s birth anniversary.Mr. Chiranjeevi said he was convinced that there was a political vacuum. “How else do you account for the huge response from the people? People want a change. Otherwise, I will not be here.” ===================Chiranjeevi takes political plunge (sify)Ending a year-long speculation, Telugu superstar Chiranjeevi on Sunday announced his entry into politics and said pro-poor policies and social justice will be his party's main agenda.The name, party flag and agenda of the new party will be unveiled at the first public meeting to be held at the temple town of Tirupati on August 26.Addressing a crowded press conference at his party office in posh Jubilee Hills in Hyderabad, the 53-year-old actor said he had decided to enter politics to ameliorate the sufferings of the poor and bring about a transformation in society.Keeping his options open on future alliances, Chiranjeevi said the question of electoral tie-ups would be considered at a later stage.While asserting that there was a political vacuum in the State, he, however, said he has no rivals."Poverty and backwardness are my enemies. I will fight against them," he said.The popular hero said former President A P J Abdul Kalam had inspired him to take the political plunge."I would have committed a historical blunder had I not entered politics," Chiranjeevi said.He parried the questions on issues like Telangana Statehood demand and naxalism and said his party would take a collective decision after thorough debate and objective analysis of the problems.-----------------------------Chiranjeevi's first day as a politician is a hitAs the 53-year-old reigning star of Telugu cinema announced his entry into politics, the question being asked is whether he can recreate the magic of NTR who had stormed to power within nine months of floating TDP in 1983, a feat that has no parallel in India's political history.But the first day, first show was a hit. The good actor that he is, Chiranjeevi stuck to the script in his first public appearance. And ensured the message went straight to the people that he was here to fill a political vacuum created by the people's desire for change."There is a political vacuum. People want a change and that I think is the same as a political vacuum. Maybe I can bring about that change," he says.The TDP and the Congress would be hoping the enthusiastic crowds gathered outside are not an indication of their worst fears coming true. Chandrababu Naidu reportedly put a brake to his statewide tour to stem the tide of TDP leaders switching loyalties. And Congress MP Hariram Jogaiah has announced his resignation from the Lok Sabha to join the actor.Thirty years ago, a young aspiring actor changed his name from Siva Sankara Varaprasad to Chiranjeevi in the hope that the name, which is one of the names for Lord Hanuman, would bring him good luck in films. It did. Now 149 films later, Chiranjeevi has opted for a career change, in the hope that he would make a bigger name for himself as a politician.Chiranjeevi will announce the name of his party in Tirupati on 26th August at a public meeting.===============Telugu superstar Chiranjeevi takes political plungeTelugu superstar Chiranjeevi, who had given enough indications in the recent months of launching a political party, on Sunday finally announced his foray into politics.The party’s name, flag, symbol and agenda will be unveiled at the first public meeting to be held at the temple town of Tirupati on August 26.The day also marked an end of his long stint with the tinsel town. “Though the film industry is very dear to me, I will not sail in two boats. But I will not back off from acting in message-oriented and educative movies,” he said.The actor, who was inspired by former president APJ Abdul Kalam to take the political plunge, said: “It would have been a historic mistake if I did not take a decision to get into politics.”Speaking at his party office in Jubilee Hills, Chiranjeevi said he had interacted with a cross section of people for guidance before beginning his political journey. “I am not here for power. I dedicate myself to the cause of the poor.”He said he was also influenced by former chief minister and Telugu matinee idol late NT Rama Rao. “There is a political vacuum and people want a change,” he added.He also recollected other instances which helped him in his decision. “A homeguard in Khammam committed suicide due to financial reason. In his suicide note, he expressed regrets of not being able to vote for Chiranjeevi,’’ the actor, who was born in a constable’s family, said.In another instance, a well-read couple committed suicide. They too in their letter had expressed their desire to vote for Chiranjeevi.“Our party will work for Santhoshaandhra Pradesh (a happy Andhra Pradesh),’’ he said. On issues like separate statehood to Telangana, he said it was a sensitive issue and a decision would be taken after ‘scientific analysis’.“We had 5 acres agricultural land,’’ he said to a query if he knew anything about agriculture. “I do not know what a blood group is. But I know blood is essential to save a life. I do not know what politics is but I certainly know that people’s issues come first,’’ he said. Minorities and women issues would also be part of his agenda.He ducked the question on the burning issues he had identified. “The media will identify them for me,” he sounded diplomatic. In the same tone, he said his assets were disclosed to the Income Tax department and his rivals were not chief minister YS Rajasekhara Reddy or TDP president N Chandrababu Naidu, but poverty.While not ruling out alliances with other parties or scaling up to a national party, he said the party would be open to all. He felt regional parties, like in Tamil Nadu, were here to stay.He is yet to decide the constituency he will fight the elections from and refrained from hazarding a guess on the total number of seats his party would capture.============Parties play it safeAll political parties in the State reacted discreetly to the Megastar�s expression of interest to join politics and serve the people."Chiranjeevi has every right to start a political party, like anyone else. Compare what we have done in the four-and-a-half years and what had been done during the nine-year Telugu Desam Party (TDP) rule.As regards Chiranjeevi or Lok Satta Party or Nava Telangana Praja Party, they are only making promises that they would do a lot but we have already done a lot," Chief Minister Y S Rajasekhara Reddy, said while addressing party leaders at Gandhi Path organised here on Sunday.Stating that the Congress had the strength to face any political party with its performance, the Chief Minister said none of the political parties had leaders who had laid down their lives for the nation like leaders of the Congress."We need not worry about others. None can prevent us from returning to power," he asserted.However, the opposition Telugu Desam Party (TDP) feels that the fight in the next elections will be mainly between the TDP and Chiranjeevi�s party.That precisely was the reaction from the TDP after Chiranjeevi announced the launch of his own political outfit.When two regional parties were in the field, the Congress would be pushed to a third or fourth position, the TDP believes."The Congress was wiped out in Tamil Nadu, Bihar, Uttar Pradesh and other States where regional parties are very strong," said TDP politburo member K Yerran Naidu.The Tamil Nadu situation would prevail in Andhra Pradesh too in the next elections, he analysed. TDP chief N Chandrababu Naidu, who returned to the city last night after his 110- day Meekosam yatra, is likely to comment on the new party on Monday.CPI national deputy secretary Suravaram Sudhakar Reddy opined that Chiranjeevi�s entry into politics would be beneficial to the Left."So far, the polarisiation had been between the Congress and the TDP. From now, it will be among three parties which would benefit the Left," he said.Admitting that people had been waiting for new forces to enter the political scene, NTPP president T Devender Goud said people�s response to the announcement from Chiranjeevi was an indication.However, the TRS has decided not to react till Chiranjeevi announces his party and its policies on August 26.=========================Chiru takes a political plungeTelugu megastar Chiranjeevi dedicated himself to public service, bidding adieu to a 30-year-long career in films to start a new life in politics.“From now onwards, I want to live for others; only then my life will be worthwhile...I am your man from today,” he said addressing a crowded media conference here on Sunday.The 53-year old actor, one of the highest paid in Indian film industry, however did not reveal his party’s name or other details saying they would be announced at the public meeting to be held in Tirupati on August 26, which is the birthday of Mother Teresa, whom he considers as an icon. He said he was inspired by B R Ambedkar, Mahatma Gandhi and Mahatma Jotirao Phule.Elaborating on his party’s objectives, Chiranjeevi said it would strive to uplift the poor, work for social justice and try to remove the disparities between the rich and the poorHe said he had been inspired to join politics not because he felt there was a political vacuum or because politics had deteriorated but because he felt he had a responsibility to give back to the people who had showered great love and admiration on him.The doubts he had on taking to politics were removed by former president A P J Abdul Kalam who told him that politics had got a bad name that it was important for good people like him to enter politics. In response to a question he said he believed in neither leftism or rightism but only in humanism. Asked if his sensitive nature was suitable for the rough and tumble of politics, Chiranjeevi said it would be to his advantage because it made him understand people’s problems like poverty and lack of medicare. “May be politicians are not sensitive, that is why problems persist,” he commented.Asked how he could be successful since he had no political experience, Chiranjeevi said he did not know how many blood groups are there but he knew that prompt and sufficient supply of blood alleviates suffering and saves life.Chiranjeevi skipped questions issues like Telangana, alliances with political parties, where he would contest from and how many seats he would contest saying they were sensitive issues and he would speak about them after the Tirupati meeting. He said it was too early to think of a national role in politics.===============================Chiranjeevi forays into politics - Times of IndiaChiranjeevi enters politics - HinduChiranjeevi's first day as a politician is a hit - NDTVChiranjeevi set to don political robes - Hindustan TimesTelugu superstar Chiranjeevi takes political plunge - Business StandardParties play it safe- New Indian ExpressChiru takes a political plunge - Deccan HeraldWill he be the new 'Chiranjeevi' of AP politics? - DNAIt was Kalam's counsel which inspired me: Chiranjeevi - SifyChiranjeevi enters politics with a bang - Home News ServiceInspired by Kalam, Chiranjeevi enters politics - Hindustan TimesNot all stars in Megastar’s favour- New Indian ExpressChiranjeevi in political arclight -NDTV3rd option for voters - New Indian ExpressChiranjeevi: If not king, he'll be kingmaker - Times of IndiaChiranjeevi's political entry evokes guarded response - HinduTelugu actor Chiranjeevi enters politics - Times of IndiaChiranjeevi launches political party -NDTVChiranjeevi’s political challenge in Andhra - livemintFilm star Chiranjeevi makes political debut - Saudi GazetteChiranjeevi takes the plunge into politics - Khaleej TimesAnother southern star - PioneerCHIRANJEEVI TAKES THE PLUNGE - India glitzI am into politics to serve people: Chiranjeevi - Hindustan TimesNot Robin Hood, I'm for livelihood, says Chiranjee... -Mumbai mirror==================Finally, Chiranjeevi announces entry in politics (rediff)Ending a year-long speculation, Telugu superstar Chiranjeevi on Sunday announced his entry into politics and said pro-poor policies and social justice will be his party's main agenda."I will do things differently so that the benefits of development reach the last man in the queue. Andhra Pradesh is the richest state but its people are the poorest. I will work to fill the growing gap between the rich and the poor. After 30 years in the glamorous film world, I have decided that my path goes towards politics to serve the people. I dedicate myself to the service of the people," Chiranjeevi told mediapersons.Addressing a crowded press conference, the superstar said, "My fight is not against any other politician but against hunger and poverty". Maintaining the suspense over the name, flag and the agenda of his proposed party, Chiranjeevi said that he would announce the details of the party at a public meeting at Tirupati on August 26, the birthday of Mother Teresa.The 56-year-old star, who has worked in over 200 movies, said that he was leaving the film industry with a heavy heart. "But I am not closing the door on acting. If a serious and educative film comes my way and it has a message for the people, I will definitely do it," he said. Calling the 'role' of a politician a new one, he said, "I can't play this role. I have to live this role."He said the inspiration to enter politics came from lakhs of supporters who had been urging him to take the plunge. "But the driving force behind my decision is former President APJ Abdul Kalam , who urged me to enter politics because not many people were interested in becoming politicians. They think politics is only for crooks and self centered people. This concept has to be changed".Chiranjeevi also said that he was inspired by Gandhiji, Mahatma Phule, Baba Ambedkar, Mother Teresa and N T Rama Rao. When queried if he wanted to become the chief minister of the state, Chiranjeevi said, "That will be decided by the people."He also rejected the criticism that as a film actor who led a luxurious life, he had no idea about the sufferings of the people. "I have spent thirty long years in the film industry, but I come from the humble family of a police constable, and have witnessed financial difficulties. We had five acres of land, which we cultivated and I know the difficulties faced by the farmers".When asked about his stand on issues like the demand for a separate Telangana state, Maoist activities and categorisation of Scheduled Castes, Chiranjeevi said, "These are very sensitive issues and we will take a stand after due deliberations". -----------------------Chiranjeevi all set to make a foray into politicshttp://www.ndtv.com/convergence/ndtv/story.aspx?id=NEWEN20080061809Telugu superstar Chiranjeevi in political arclighthttp://www.newkerala.com/topstory-fullnews-12431.htmlFrom a remote village in coastal Andhra to stardom and now to the centrestage of Andhra Pradesh politics, Chiranjeevi has come a long way.As the Telugu superstar gets set to announce the birth of his political party, millions of fans have gone gaga and predicted that he will be the next chief minister of the state.Chiru, as he is popularly known among his fans, is set to alter the equations by bringing back glamour to the state politics, which was once dominated by the demigod of Telugu cinema N.T. Rama Rao.The 53-year-old, who has been into films for three decades, Monday inaugurated his party office in upmarket Jubilee Hills here.The actor, who dragged too long the suspense around his political entry, will be addressing a news conference Sunday to announce the birth of his party. He will then formally launch the party with the first public meeting in the temple town of Tirupati Aug 26.Chiranjeevi was born on Aug 22, 1955 in Mogalturu, a small village in the coastal district of West Godavari. His name was Konidela Siva Shankara Varaprasad and he was the eldest of three sons of Anjana Devi and Venkat Rao, an excise department employee.Varaprasad attended schools in five different places because of his father's frequent transfers. He completed his schooling from P.R. Sharma Junior College at Ongole and graduated in commerce from Narasapur College.After graduation, Varaprasad moved to Chennai to seek a career in the film industry and joined a film institute in 1977."Punaadi Raallu" was the first film in which he had the lead role but it was "Pranam Kareedhu" that was first released. The year was 1978 and he began establishing himself as an actor. Soon, his style of doing action scenes and dancing became popular.Chiranjeevi, who belongs to the Kapu community, once had a dream one night in which the Hindu god Hanuman called him Chiranjeevi. On his mother's advice, he changed his screen name to Chiranjeevi, which in Hindu mythology refers to Hanuman.He married Surekha, daughter of popular yesteryears comedian Allu Ramalingayya, in 1980.Chiranjeevi's first big hit was "Khaidi", which was released in 1983 and was inspired by Hollywood blockbuster "First Blood". By then he had acted in 60 movies. The films that followed gave him the image of an action hero.He churned out more hits in the 1980s. "Pasivadi Pranam", released in 1987, brought him stardom. Going beyond his action hero image, Chiru donned a variety of roles in the 1990s.He has been virtually ruling the box office by producing big hits like "Hitler", "Master", "Sneham Kosam", "Annayya", "Indra", "Stalin" and "Shankar Dada MBBS" - a remake of the hit Bollywood film "Munnabhai MBBS". His last film was last year's "Shankar Dada Zindabad", a remake of "Lage Raho Munnabhai".Chiranjeevi has won the Nandi award for best actor thrice and the Filmfare (Telugu) award seven times. He was also conferred the Padma Vibhushan in 2006 for his contribution to Telugu cinema.Chiru's two brothers Nagendra Babu and Pavan Kalyan are actors too. His only son Ram Charan Teja is also an actor. His eldest daughter Susmitha is married to a Chennai businessman, while younger daughter Srija eloped last year.The actor, who has fan clubs across the state and abroad, enjoys immense popularity. In recent years he has been involved in social service activities.Some people compare his popularity with that of NTR who had taken the state politics by storm by coming to power within nine months of floating the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) in 1982.Chiru's fans are confident that history will repeat itself and their hero will become the chief minister after the elections scheduled to be held in March next year.However, many do not agree. Observers point out the sea change in the political situation since the early 1980s when NTR floated the TDP. They also point out that the two personalities are poles apart.The state was then dominated by a single party - the Congress - and people were looking for an alternative. NTR showed them an alternative with a slogan of "Telugu pride"."Chiranjeevi, like NTR, has the charisma but the situation now is different. There are also no major issues. His party may win a few seats and mar the prospects of Congress and TDP but he may not come to power," said a political analyst.With the Congress appearing to be firmly in the saddle, Chiranjeevi's party is likely to damage the TDP, which is trying to make a comeback. The presence of two parties in the Telangana region also poses a challenge to the actor.While NTR had a dynamic personality and used to take all major decisions himself, Chiranjeevi relies heavily on his brother-in-law Arvind and some close aides. This was the reason for the long time he took in announcing his entry into politics.NTR was more popular for his theatrics and knew how to turn tables on his rivals while Chiranjeevi is sensitive and gets emotional in the face of attacks by his rivals. It remains to be seen if the superstar manages to turn his mass appeal into votes. ---------------------Rendezvous with Chiranjeevihttp://www.rediff.com/movies/2008/aug/21sschiru.htm===================================================Praja Rajyam (People's Rule) is the name of the political party of the Telugu superstar-turned-politician Chiranjeevi.The much-awaited name was unveiled by the star before a sea of humanity at Tirupati on Tuesday evening in a filmi style.Developing the suspense and anxiety of the audience comprising of hundreds of thousands of men, women and youths, Chiranjeevi said that the name was chosen because his party was born from the hearts and minds of the people."Who called me into politics. It was you people. What do you want? It should be rule by the people for the people," he said.Without going into the details of the policies and programmes of his party, Chiranjeevi said it will be a secular, pro-poor party."It will be the part of backward and weaker sections, farmers, labours, and women. It will be party, which will fight for social justice which will take Andhra Pradesh towards economic development and prosperity and industrial development. It will make the state a Santosha Andhra Pradesh, Chirunavvulu Andhra Pradesh and Ananda Andhra Pradesh," he said.He promised top priority to the farmers, universal access to good education and healthcare to all the people on the lines of developed countries."My dream is to provide high-quality healthcare of corporate sector hospitals to the people in districts," he said.The wait was long, but worth it. The megastar and the annaya (brother) of Andhra Pradesh arrived at the Avilala Cheruvu in Tirupati at 5.30 pm amidst cheers and screams from all his fans who were waiting since morning.Chiranjeevi, sporting a white shirt, walked up to the grandly-decked dais, waving at fans who could not stop screaming the moment they laid their eyes on the star.Chiranjeevi began his speech by uttering the words and seeking the blessings of "Tirumala Tirupathi Venkatesha."Chiranjeevi, who sounded emotional on seeing such a huge gathering, said, "These eyes of mine are blessed to be witnessing such a wonderful sight."He also went on to say that he was here to serve the people and told the people that he understood the problems as he too came from a very humble background.The crowd was beyond control and screamed "Jai Chiranjeeva" as he decended upon the temple town of Andhra Pradesh.However, as he started speaking, the entire crowd went quiet and began listening to him patiently.Flowers were showered on the mega star the moment he walked up to the dais and as he waved and greeted the crowd, the people danced and shouted as though there was no tomorrow.The older women were seen weeping as he came on stage and they raised their hands towards him showering their blessings on the star.The temple town had not seen so much activity in a long time. The town was probably reminded of the days of N T Rama Rao who launched his party in Tirupati in similar fashion.The fans say that the crowd present is nearly 10 lakh. However, when one looks at the sea of humanity present at Tirupathi, you could say the crowd is as much as the eye can see.The organisers had a tough time in controlling the crowd. The police had to resort to lathi charge on three occasions to keep the crowd under control.Throughout the day, Chiranjeevi's movies such as Mutta Mesthri and Indra played on the giant screen as well as the 70 LCD monitors that have been set up at the venue.A documentary on Chiranjeevi's achievements and also on his charitable activities were also shown. The people were also treated to a variety of cultural programmes, which mainly revolved around the life and achievements of the megastar, Chiranjeevi.source: rediff-------------------Fans pack punch in idol’s debuthttp://www.telegraphindia.com/1080827/jsp/nation/story_9748768.jspChiranjeevi launches ‘Praja Rajyam’ http://www.thehindu.com/2008/08/27/stories/2008082757380100.htmChiranjeevi launches party Praja Rajyamhttp://www.ndtv.com/convergence/ndtv/story.aspx?id=NEWEN20080063058Chiranjeevi vows to change Andhrahttp://www.dnaindia.com/report.asp?newsid=1185924Chiranjeevi launches Praja Rajyam, 'overwhelmed' by supporthttp://www.expressindia.com/latest-news/Chiranjeevi-launches-Praja-Rajyam-overwhelmed-by-support/353579/http://www.hindustantimes.com/StoryPage/StoryPage.aspx?sectionName=&id;=853b4990-b9d1-44e5-a6ec-d92e91d464b5&&Headline;=Tirupati+premiere+for+Chiranjeevi%E2%80%99s+party&strParent;=strParentIDTirupati premiere for Chiranjeevi’s party Chiru releases ‘Praja Rajyam’ http://sify.com/news/imagegallery/galleryDetail.php?hcategory=13733685&hgallery;=14747185Chiranjeevi's Praja Rajyam starts with a banghttp://specials.rediff.com/news/2008/aug/27sli1.htmChiranjeevi takes centrestage, launches ‘pro-poor’ Praja Rajyamhttp://www.indianexpress.com/story/353652.htmlChiranjeevi launches his party, names it Praja Rajyamhttp://news.in.msn.com/national/article.aspx?cp-documentid=1652094Chiranjeevi remembers his penniless days http://movies.ndtv.com/newstory.asp?section=Movies&id;=ENTEN20080063117Chiranjeevi launched 'Praja Rajyam' for Prajahttp://www.newstrackindia.com/newsdetails/13749Chiranjeevi launches his PRhttp://economictimes.indiatimes.com/PoliticsNation/Chiranjeevi_launches_his_PR/articleshow/3409566.cmsChiranjeevi’s Praja Rajyam to ride social justice platformhttp://www.livemint.com/2008/08/27003325/Chiranjeevi8217s-Praja-Rajy.htmlChiru launches ‘Praja Rajyam’http://howrah.org/india_news/26119.html‘Praja Rajyam’ is Chiranjeevi’s partyhttp://www.khaleejtimes.com/darticlen.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/August/subcontinent_August961.xml§ion;=subcontinent&col;=Chiranjeevi launches his political party PRAJARAJYAM http://keralaonline.com/news/chiranjeevi-launched-his-political-party-prajarajyam_2565.html'Chiru' launches his party 'Praja Rajyam' at public meetinghttp://www.mynews.in/fullstory.aspx?storyid=9277Indian film star launches political partyhttp://www.monstersandcritics.com/news/southasia/news/article_1427013.php/Indian_film_star_launches_political_partyChiranjeevi launches Praja Rajyam, social justice is mottohttp://www.thaindian.com/newsportal/uncategorized/chiranjeevi-launches-praja-rajyam-social-justice-is-motto-intro-roundup_10089005.htmlChiranjeevi mesmerises Tirupati audiencehttp://www.buzz18.com/news/movies/chiranjeevi-mesmerises-tirupati-audience/77851/0================Superstar Chiranjeevi turns politician. Finally.http://blogs.reuters.com/india/2008/08/29/superstar-chiranjeevi-turns-politician-finally/------------------My commitment is to people: Chiru http://www.hindu.com/2008/09/15/stories/2008091553840400.htmMatinee idol Chiranjeevi is a voluble person by nature but uncommunicative in elaborating his philosophy and agenda of his party, the Praja Rajyam. Emerging from the shell, he bared his mind in an hour-long interview to The Hindu in the board room of his corporate-style office in Jubilee Hills here.He spoke with passion of his mission to bridge the rich-poor divide, organisational issues, his caste, political alliances and the way forward. His mantra for Telangana and other thorny issues is to go to the masses ‘to feel and get charged’ before declaring his stand---------------------Chiranjeevi seeks time to study Telangana issuehttp://www.rediff.com/news/2008/sep/16chiru.htm

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