Tamil hit ‘Thaai Kizhavi’ will stream on Jio Hotstar from April 10. The comedy-drama, starring Radhika Sarathkumar, will release in Telugu, Hindi, Kannada, and Malayalam on the same day. Produced by Sivakarthikeyan and directed by Sivakumar Murugesan, the film has earned over Rs 75 crore worldwide.
Thalapathy Vijay’s ‘Jana Nayagan’ release is delayed due to censorship issues. Initially planned for Pongal, it may now release in late April after state elections on April 23. Earlier, July was expected. The new buzz has surprised fans. Directed by H. Vinoth, the film stars Pooja Hegde, Mamitha Baiju, and Bobby Deol.
Sree Vishnu’s crime thriller ‘Mrithyunjay’ is set for its digital debut on Netflix starting April 3. Despite a quiet theatrical run, the film will stream in Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam. Directed by Hussain Sha Kiran and featuring music by Kaala Bhairava, this multilingual release aims to capture a wider audience across India.
On Allu Arjun’s birthday (April 8), the makers of his film with Atlee will release only the title poster, not any video. Producer Bunny Vas confirmed visuals are being saved for later. The fantasy action film, produced by Sun Pictures, stars Deepika Padukone, with music by Sai Abyankar, and is made on a big budget.
The much‑anticipated epic Ramayana, starring Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi, and Yash, will unveil its official teaser titled Rama on April 2, with a universal (U) certification. The first part of this grand mythological saga is slated for a Diwali 2026 worldwide cinema release, building excitement for its epic storytelling and visuals.
Malayalam star Tovino Thomas opted out of the NTR–Neel Telugu film, citing scheduling conflicts. He prefers completing one project at a time, unlike Telugu films that require multiple schedules over months. Tovino praised Telugu cinema’s scale but said doing one could delay several of his Malayalam films, honoring his commitments first.
After a strong opening, “Dhurandhar” is slowing at the box office, creating space for upcoming Telugu releases “Biker” and “Rakasa.” Both films have built pre-release buzz, and improving theater conditions post-petrol crisis could boost audience turnout. Success will ultimately depend on content quality, word of mouth, and how well they engage viewers.
Akshay Kumar’s horror-comedy “Bhooth Bangla,” directed by Priyadarshan, was rumored to shift from its April 10 release to April 17. However, makers confirmed it will release as scheduled. Fans are still waiting for the theatrical trailer, which hasn’t dropped yet, adding to the uncertainty despite Bollywood films typically releasing trailers well in advance.
Vamsi Paidipally has officially announced his upcoming film with Salman Khan, ending weeks of speculation. South Indian icon Nayanthara will play the female lead, praised as “the epitome of versatility and excellence.” Makers called it a “truly special” project, with the high-profile shoot scheduled to commence in April 2026, generating huge anticipation.
Despite the silence from Bollywood Khans on ‘Dhurandhar 2’s box office success, photos of Shah Rukh Khan and Ranveer Singh have gone viral. The duo met at Mishka Kamboj’s lavish 16th birthday party at The St. Regis Mumbai. Fans are now speculating whether SRK privately congratulated Ranveer, as the star-studded images dominate social media trends.
Despite the silence from Bollywood Khans on Dhurandhar 2’s box office success, photos of Shah Rukh Khan and Ranveer Singh have gone viral. The duo met at Mishka Kamboj’s lavish 16th birthday party at The St. Regis Mumbai. Fans are now speculating whether SRK privately congratulated Ranveer, as the star-studded images dominate social media trends.
The box office is increasingly unpredictable, with star power no longer ensuring success. Films like Chiranjeevi’s “Bholaa Shankar,” Prabhas’ “The Raja Saab,” and NTR’s “War 2” struggled. Pawan Kalyan’s “Ustaad Bhagat Singh” also fell short, grossing under ₹100 crore and selling just over 1 million tickets, highlighting the...
Sharwanand’s “Biker,” directed by Abhilash Reddy, is set for paid premieres on April 2, 2026, across Hyderabad’s premium screens, including AMB, Prasads PCX, ART, and Allu Cinemas. Tickets open April 1. The motocross-based sports drama aims to build early buzz and momentum ahead of its April 3 release in Telugu, Tamil, and Malayalam.
“Varanasi,” starring Mahesh Babu, faced chatter over credits. Producer Shobu Yarlagadda clarified “possessory credit” as standard practice, attributing creative authorship to the director. His composed response dismissed the debate as unnecessary, urging focus on the film’s scale. The ambitious project is set for a worldwide release on April 7, 2027.
Pradeep Ranganathan’s “Love Insurance Kompany” (LIK), directed by Vignesh Shivan and starring Krithi Shetty, is set for release on April 10, 2026. The futuristic romantic drama has completed censor formalities and received a U/A certificate. The film’s runtime is locked at 156 minutes, with an official announcement expected soon from the makers.