8th NATS Telugu Sambaralu Ends On A Grand Note in Tampa Florida
10 July 2025 7:19 PM IST10 July 2025 7:19 PM IST
Balakrishna, Venkatesh, Allu Arjun, and DSP-Thaman performances highlight Telugu pride at packed Florida celebration
The 8th NATS Telugu Sambaralu ended on a high note in Tampa, Florida, with top Telugu stars, grand cultural showcases, and a major cancer hospital donation.
The 8th NATS Telugu Sambaralu concluded magnificently in Tampa, Florida. The three-day celebrations drew thousands of people, with the venue packed with Telugu attendees. Convenor of the mega event, Guttikonda Srinivas, played a key role in the success of these festivities. Along with him, the event directors, co-directors, chairs, co-chairs, and team members worked tirelessly to ensure the event’s success.
The Sambaralu were graced by film stars Nandamuri Balakrishna, Victory Venkatesh, Allu Arjun, and Sreeleela, as well as veteran actresses Jayasudha and Meena. Music directors Thaman and Devi Sri Prasad created magic with their performances, thrilling the audience. The event stood as a shining example of Telugu culture and traditions, truly delivering on the theme “Never Before, Ever After.”
Expressing heartfelt thanks, NATS Committee Convenor and Past Chairman Srinivas Guttikonda acknowledged every single person who worked like soldiers to make this celebration happen. He extended gratitude to the attending guests, community members, artists, and the supporting volunteers.
With the slogan “This is our Telugu celebration — let’s celebrate together,” the event saw over 20,000 attendees. Convenor and Past Chairman Srinivas Guttikonda, Board Chairman Prashanth Pinnamaneni, and Secretary Malladi Srinivas demonstrated excellent planning and coordination.
Beyond the celebrations, NATS also fulfilled its social responsibility by donating ₹85 lakh (approx. USD 100,000) to Basavatarakam Cancer Hospital in Hyderabad. The donation was handed over to the hospital chairman and actor Nandamuri Balakrishna by the NATS leadership. Nandamuri Balakrishna and Vasundhara Balakrishna were also honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award. Several cultural and social service activities were successfully conducted as part of the event.
( Source : Deccan Chronicle )
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