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Megastar Chiranjeevi’s ‘Mana Shankara Varaprasad’ premiered with paid shows yesterday, receiving positive early reviews. Director Anil Ravipudi met Chiranjeevi at his residence, sharing a warm embrace that he posted on X with the caption, “Sometimes words aren’t needed at all.” Fans are thrilled and eagerly await interviews.
A tragic incident occurred at Arjun Theater in Kukatpally, Hyderabad, where a man suffered a fatal heart attack while watching Megastar Chiranjeevi’s movie ‘Mana Shankara Varaprasad’. He collapsed and died during the screening. Police arrived immediately to collect details. The theater was left in shock, and the victim’s full details are yet unknown.
A plea challenging the Madras High Court stay on an order directing the Censor Board to grant a U/A certificate to Tamil film “Jana Nayagan,” starring actor and TVK founder Vijay, was filed in the Supreme Court today. The move coincided with Vijay’s Delhi visit for a CBI probe into the Karur stampede. The Censor […]
Chiranjeevi’s “Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu,” directed by Anil Ravipudi and starring Nayanthara, opened today to positive response. Over 286K tickets were sold on BookMyShow in 24 hours. Packed with comedy, emotion, songs, and mass sequences, the festive entertainer targets family audiences, with strong word-of-mouth expected to boost box office performance.
“Mana Shankara Varaprasad Garu” is a fun, family drama featuring Chiranjeevi’s most entertaining post-comeback performance, with great comic timing and emotions. The first half, Nayanthara and Venkatesh’s presence, and music impress. A weaker second half lowers impact, but Anil Ravipudi delivers a satisfactory festive entertainer. #Rating: 3.25/5.
Director Anil Ravipudi said he declined “Jana Nayagan” as he was not keen on remaking “Bhagavanth Kesari.” He explained that he preferred narrating a fresh subject instead of retelling the same story in another language. Vijay reportedly insisted on the remake, and differing creative views led the project to another director. The film is yet […]
Yash Raj Films has ramped up excitement for its popular “Mardaani” franchise with a major announcement. “Mardaani 3,” starring Rani Mukerji, is confirmed to release in theatres on January 30, 2026, bringing the eagerly awaited sequel closer to audiences. The makers also unveiled the film’s first poster, offering a striking and intense visual glimpse of […]
“The Raja Saab” opened strong at the box office, powered by Prabhas’ star appeal, but mixed to negative reviews, criticizing its muddled script, weak coherence, and poor logic, caused a sharp drop on day two. Makers trimmed scenes and added new footage, including Prabhas in an older look, hoping to revive audience interest during the […]
Tollywood Actor Sharwanand continues to win appreciation for addressing rising movie ticket prices, confirming that his films will be screened strictly at MRP to ease the burden on audiences. His upcoming Sankranthi release, ‘Nari Nari Naduma Murari’, arrives on Janu 14, starring Sharwanand alongside Sakshi Vaidhya and Samyuktha during the festive season.
Pawan Kalyan has received international recognition in Japanese martial art Kenjutsu, marking a rare honour for an Indian. The Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister was awarded Fifth Dan and inducted into the Takeda Shingen Clan. Trained under Dr Siddiq Mahmoodi, his lifelong dedication to martial arts has earned global respect beyond cinema and politics.
Buzz in Tollywood suggests Srinu Vaitla is teaming up with Sharwanand for a fresh entertainer, with regular shooting slated from March 2026. The opening schedule will capture Sharwa’s entry sequences. Anantika Sunil Kumar is tipped as the female lead, while Mythri Movie Makers is expected to bankroll the much-anticipated project.
Indian Idol season 3 winner Prashant Tamang died on January 11, 2026, aged 43, leaving fans shocked. His death recalled the earlier tragedy of Indian Idol 2 winner Sandeep Acharya, who died in 2013 after suffering from jaundice. Both losses marked painful moments in the show’s history and affected the music reality television community nationwide.
Tamil superstar Sivakarthikeyan’s ‘Parashakti’, released on January 10, has seen underwhelming box office performance on its opening day. Trade reports reveal the film grossed only ₹11.50 crore nationwide. Directed by Sudha Kongara, the movie is set against the 1960s anti-Hindi movement, but the first-day collections have surprised industry analysts.
Kannada star Rishab Shetty’s self-directed film ‘Kantara 1’ has emerged as a massive blockbuster, earning over ₹800 crore at the box office. After streaming successfully on Amazon Prime, the film is now set for its television debut. Zee Telugu will telecast the hit movie on January 24 at 6 pm, bringing the cinematic sensation to […]
Actor David Carter was found dead at his California home, with authorities confirming his passing. Born on Dec 14, 1956, in Los Angeles, he began his career as a child actor and gained fame for his role as Knowles in the 1982 horror classic ‘The Thing’. He also appeared in ‘Punky Brewster’, ‘Runaway Train’, and […]