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A benchmark will be set: Vijay Deverakonda on ‘Nota’

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Mumbai, Sep 25 (IANS) After the success of “Geetha Govindham”, Vijay Deverakonda will next be seen in political thriller film “Nota”. The actor expects the film to set a benchmark and wants every politician to watch it.

Excerpts from an interview:

Q. After the huge success of “Geetha Govindham”, there are big plans for your new release “Nota”?

A. It’s releasing simultaneously in 4 states in 4 languages — Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam and Kannada. So the task is huge and schedule tight. I am currently back in Chennai to see things through.

Q. How has your career and life changed after the spectacular success of Geetha Govindham?

A. I am embarrassed to say I don’t know. Because this is the third time I am getting this question asked in 3 years and I don’t seem to have grown any smarter. Answer still is a no though. I am still the same. My life is the same. Others’ opinions on my life and career has changed. Objective is to keep it simple and mind my own business.

Q. Is a successful film meant to further an actor’s skills? Did “Geetha Govindham” completely erase the image of the sodden hedonist in “Arjun Reddy”?

A. Point was to tell a good story. ‘Nota’ will be another film I am proud of in my list. Another new character explored, and a major step out of my comfort zone. I expect a benchmark will be set. (I) Look forward to see who will beat it when it’s set, because it was an excruciating task.

Q. What do you play?

A. I play a real guy, a person you would like to meet or at least have met somewhere.

Q. Does cinema have to reflect the leading man’s socio-political ideology?

A. Nope. I think there is no need for anything. There is only a choice of role that an actor has to make. He must live by it.

Q. Do you think actors and other thought influencers can change the way we think and vote?

A. Yes. Cricket, politics and cinema is what a majority in our country are most passionate about. They have the power to divide the best of friends depending on which side you are on. Getting politics and cinema into a mix and getting it right is what’s exciting.

Q. Is “Nota” your most political film to date ?

A. I think anyone and everyone with the slightest opinion on politics, politicians, administration are in for an experience. I personally want every politician to watch it and think.

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Dr. Abhishek Verma Dedicates a Shelter in Memory of His Mother, Veena Verma, at KGMU; Inaugurated by Daughter Nicolle Verma

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World-renowned business tycoon Dr. Abhishek Verma has supported Foodman Vishal Singh’s Hunger-Free World mission. In memory of his mother, Late Veena Verma, who was a 3 term Rajya Sabha MP.

Dr. Verma dedicated a state-of-the-art free permanent shelter for the attendants of patients at KGMU Medical University, Lucknow, under the aegis of Vijay Shree Foundation. His daughter, Nicolle Verma, inaugurated the shelter.

During the event, Foodman Vishal Singh honored Nicolle Verma by presenting her with a memento. Mrs. Nidhi Sharma and Avantika Yadav, associated with the organization, welcomed her with garlands. Following this, Nicolle Verma distributed essential items to the attendants and also handed out fruits. She became emotional remembering her grandmother on her birth anniversary.

On this occasion, she also inaugurated the “Veena Verma Sevalaya” in memory of her grandmother, Veena Verma, to serve the attendants. She expressed, “I feel proud that my family is engaged in nation-building as well as social service. Today, in collaboration with Vijay Shree Foundation founder Foodman Vishal Singh Ji, I feel immensely proud to dedicate this shelter for the poor, helpless, and needy attendants of patients battling serious illnesses like cancer. I am honored to be associated with the Hunger-Free World Mission for humanity.”

Inspired by the continuous humanitarian service provided by Vijay Shree Foundation over the past 17 years, Nicolle Verma donated 10 lakh rupees to support the cause. The purpose of this donation is to ensure that services continue for the needy attendants of patients suffering from severe illnesses in hospitals, as facilitated by Foodman Vishal Singh.

It is noteworthy that Dr. Abhishek Verma’s family has a legacy of public and philanthropic service. They are helping millions to carry forward the values and service work of their parents. On the occasion of his mother’s birth anniversary, Dr. Abhishek Verma dedicated this state-of-the-art permanent shelter at Lucknow Medical College to serve the attendants of patients through the Vijay Shree Foundation.

Supporting Foodman Vishal Singh’s Hunger-Free World mission, Dr. Abhishek Verma assured that he would continually support keeping this flame of humanity alive. He also promised to assist in providing medicines to the helpless patients.

Continuing her grandmother’s legacy of service, Nicolle Verma personally served food to the needy patients and attendants. She said, “It is our good fortune to have received the joy of doing this noble work today through Foodman Vishal Singh. I have taken another step forward in carrying my family’s values and cooperation by joining hands with the Vijay Shree Foundation. My father taught me to serve and help the needy, and I feel happy when I bring a smile to someone’s face.”

On the birth anniversary of the late Veena Verma, the event organizer, Vijay Shree Foundation founder Foodman Vishal Singh, said, “We feel proud and happy that Dr. Abhishek Verma, a globally renowned business tycoon, has extended his support to uplift our country from the hunger index. Today, on his mother’s birth anniversary, he inaugurated a state-of-the-art permanent shelter at Lucknow Medical College, which will always be helpful for the needy attendants of patients. It is a pleasure for me and the organization to receive the affection of Mr. Verma.”

The event was attended by General Manager Verma Family Office Hemant Garg, Sonu Rajput, and the organization’s volunteers, including Sandeep Singh, Parmeshwar Ji, Prashant Rao Gautam, Balram Singh, Ramesh Chaudhary, Suman, Jeetu, Anil, Suraj, Vinay, Manish Bhadauria, Manas Mehrotra, Vivek, Apurv, Happy, and others.

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