Rajinikanth’s “Thalaivar 173” continues to see major changes in direction. Initially planned with Sundar C, who exited due to creative differences, the film later brought in Cibi Chakravarthi, who has also stepped away. Now, reports suggest Ashwath Marimuthu is in talks to direct the project. However, there is still no official confirmation on the development.
“Nagabandham,” one of the most interesting upcoming Tollywood films, marks producer Abhishek Nama’s directorial debut and stars Virat Karna and Nabha Natesh. After the success of “Namo Re,” the makers are gearing up for the second song, “Sura Sura,” releasing on April 19, 2026, with wedding vibes. A promo will follow. The film releases on […]
Rajasekhar is entering a new phase in his career after the success of “Biker,” actively signing multiple projects. He has reportedly locked key roles in two upcoming films featuring popular heroes, marking a shift toward diverse, performance-driven characters. The veteran actor aims to reinvent himself and stay relevant in the evolving cinema landscape.
The ₹150 crore global grosser “Vaazha 2” has set a record by becoming the fastest film to cross ₹100 crore worldwide, despite featuring no well-known actors. Directed by newcomer Savin SA, the Malayalam coming-of-age comedy drama is now expanding into Telugu and Tamil. Dubbing work is underway, with release expected soon to reach wider audiences.
Pradeep Ranganathan’s latest film, “LIK,” directed by Vignesh Shivan and co-starring Krithi Shetty, is underperforming at the box office. Meanwhile, his ₹100 crore blockbuster “Dude” is set for its Telugu world television premiere on Zee Telugu on April 19, 2026, at 6 PM, generating strong curiosity over its expected TRP performance among home viewers.
Actor Madhavan has voiced concern over the leak of Jana Nayagan, starring Vijay. Calling it deeply upsetting, he urged audiences to refrain from watching pirated versions and instead support filmmakers through legitimate platforms. Madhavan stressed that piracy undermines the hard work of the entire team and harms the film industry’s growth and sustainability.
Adivi Sesh’s “Dacoit” has emerged as a box office hit, reaching break-even within 3 days. Made on a ₹65 crore budget, it recovered ₹48 crore via non-theatrical deals, needing just ₹17 crore theatrically. With nearly ₹40 crore gross worldwide in 3 days, the film surpassed expectations, ensuring strong momentum and promising profits for distributors across […]
“Peddi,” the rural sports drama starring Ram Charan and directed by Buchi Babu Sana, gets a fresh boost with Sai Kumar joining the cast. Reuniting with Charan after “Yevadu,” his role remains undisclosed. Set in a rustic backdrop, the film nears completion, with a special song pending, as makers prepare to officially announce a new […]
“Dacoit,” starring Adivi Sesh and Mrunal Thakur, opened strongly, collecting about ₹40 crore worldwide in three days, marking Sesh’s career-best opening. The romantic revenge drama gained positive word of mouth and steady collections, with over 507K tickets sold on BookMyShow, indicating strong audience traction and continued box office momentum.
Jr NTR stunned fans with a new gym photo showing off his muscular “Beast Mode” physique for his movie, Dragon. The actor has been training hard for director Prashanth Neel’s action-packed project. With a sharp V-taper and strong muscles, his transformation proves he is ready for filming. Fans are eagerly awaiting more updates on his […]
Telugu actor Adivi Sesh’s film ‘Dacoit’ has had a strong opening weekend at the box office. The romantic revenge thriller, starring Mrunal Thakur and directed by Shaniel Deo, saw over 113K tickets sold in 24 hours on BookMyShow. The movie continues to show good audience demand and is expected to perform steadily through weekdays.
Telugu actor Adivi Sesh’s film ‘Dacoit’ has had a strong opening weekend at the box office. The romantic revenge thriller, starring Mrunal Thakur and directed by Shaniel Deo, saw over 113K tickets sold in 24 hours on BookMyShow. The movie continues to show good audience demand and is expected to perform steadily through weekdays.
Thalapathy Vijay’s film ‘Jana Nayagan’ was leaked online, shocking fans. Tamil Nadu Cyber Crime arrested 6 people linked to a piracy network that shared the film illegally. Police are checking possible inside involvement. The makers plan an early release, while investigations continue. The film features Pooja Hegde, Bobby Deol, and music by Anirudh.
CinemaCon 2026 begins in Las Vegas, featuring major global films like “Ramayana.” SS Rajamouli’s “Varanasi,” starring Mahesh Babu, Priyanka Chopra, and Prithviraj Sukumaran, is not confirmed for the event yet. The film, shot in IMAX 1.43:1 and releasing in 2027, continues production in Hyderabad, raising curiosity about its global promotional strategy.
“Love Insurance Kompany” has taken a slow start, especially in Telugu states, amid poor reviews and weak promotions. Despite Pradeep Ranganathan’s youth appeal, footfalls remain low. Negative word of mouth hurt growth, and Sunday collections are crucial for the survival of Vignesh Shivan’s film, with trade analysts closely watching its box office trend.