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“Ustaad Bhagat Singh,” starring Pawan Kalyan and directed by Harish Shankar, ended its theatrical run as a major box office failure. Despite heavy promotions and high expectations, poor content and weak word of mouth prevented it from crossing ₹100 crore. Trade estimates suggest losses of around ₹80 crore, marking a significant setback for all involved.
IMD Hyderabad issued a yellow alert for five days of thunderstorms and lightning across Telangana until April 7. While temperatures recently crossed 40°C in some districts, rain and gusty winds are expected to bring relief starting April 6. Residents should plan travel carefully as hazy mornings and squalls are predicted throughout the state this week.
Bellamkonda Sai Sreenivas and Kavya Reddy celebrated their relationship with a grand Roka ceremony last month. They will exchange rings on April 5 at a farmhouse, followed by their wedding on April 29 in Tirumala. The couple’s celebrations blend family warmth, industry friends, and spiritual grandeur. Sreenivas recently starred in ‘Kishkindhapuri.’
Pradeep Ranganathan’s “Love Insurance Kompany,” delayed multiple times, is set to release on April 10. Directed by Vignesh Shivan, its trailer drops tomorrow at 5 PM, aiming to boost audience interest. The sci-fi romantic comedy stars Krithi Shetty, with S. J. Suryah, Yogi Babu, and others in key roles, featuring music by Anirudh.
Jammu & Kashmir pacer Auqib Nabi was bought by Delhi Capitals for ₹8.4 crore in IPL 2026 after a stellar domestic season. Nabi, recalling emotional auction moments, said the price won’t pressure him. He thanked mentor Irfan Pathan for guiding his U-23 to senior team journey and now aims to impress in IPL and India.
Former India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh urges clarity on Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli’s roles ahead of the 2027 ODI World Cup. He says both look committed but final decisions lie with players and selectors. Open communication is key. Kohli is in top form, while Rohit remains vital. Yuvraj also apologised for his father’s past remarks.
Traffic around Hyderabad’s KBR Park will face restrictions on April 5 for flyover and underpass construction under the H-CITI project. Roads near Banjara Hills and Jubilee Hills will be one-way from 11 am–1 pm. Commuters should follow diversions, avoid U-turns, use alternate routes, follow traffic police instructions, and prefer public transport.
The India-UK 2025 Free Trade Agreement cuts import duties on fully built Jaguar Land Rover SV models from 110% to 30%, up to ₹1.06 crore. Top Range Rover variants, including SV and Autobiography editions, see steep price drops, attracting celebrity fans. Locally assembled models remain largely unaffected, intensifying competition in India’s luxury SUV market.
Chennai Super Kings lost the toss and will bat first against Punjab Kings at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai, today. Chennai Super Kings’ Playing XI includes: Sanju Samson(w), Ruturaj(c), Ayush Mhatre, Sarfaraz Khan, Shivam Dube, Kartik Sharma, Prashant Veer, Noor Ahmad, Kamboj, Matt Henry, Khaleel Ahmed. CSK is aiming to win the match today.
Punjab Kings won the toss and will bowl first against Chennai Super Kings at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai, today. Punjab Kings’ Playing XI includes: Prabhsimran Singh (w), Cooper Connolly, Shreyas Iyer (c), Nehal Wadhera, Shashank Singh, Marcus Stoinis, Jansen, Bartlett, Vyshak, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal. Punjab is aiming to win the match today.
