Chiranjeevi elusive on party launch

Saturday, April 5, 2008, 19:37 [IST]

Hyderabad, Apr 5 (UNI) Amid speculation in the media and political circles that Telugu matinee idol Chiranjeevi may announce his entry into politics on 'Ugadi,' the Telugu New year, on April seven, the megastar remained elusive on his foray into politics.

His brother-in-law and confidant Allu Aravind parried all questions in this regard at a press conference, called today to highlight the megastar's blood bank initiative.

Mr Aravind said ''wait''for an announcement from the megastar on his entry into politics.

Referring to the blood bank initative, he said it had received recognition from the National Aids Control Society (NACO). Over 11.11 lakh units of blood were donated by Chiranjeevi fans till March 31, he added.

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