From past few months Telangana State government is mulling over changing the name of Nandi Awards, which are given for artistic excellence in Telugu films. Cinematography minister Talasani earlier stated that a proposal related to the change of name of Nandi awards is under the consideration of the state government.
Talasani told media persons that Chief Minister K Chandrasekhar Rao was keen on renaming th Nandi awards and was scrutinizing a few names. As per reports the cabinet sub-committee which held meeting with TFI personalities have discussed on the development of the film industry in Hyderabad and also discussed on renaming of 'Nandi Awards'. As expected the obvious name seems to be 'Kaakateeya Awards'. The final call on the announcement on renaming the prestigious awards will come on april.
Talasani told media persons that Chief Minister K Chandrasekhar Rao was keen on renaming th Nandi awards and was scrutinizing a few names. As per reports the cabinet sub-committee which held meeting with TFI personalities have discussed on the development of the film industry in Hyderabad and also discussed on renaming of 'Nandi Awards'. As expected the obvious name seems to be 'Kaakateeya Awards'. The final call on the announcement on renaming the prestigious awards will come on april.