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The release of Anupama Parameswaran’s film ‘Lockdown’ has been postponed due to heavy rains in Chennai and Tamil Nadu. Lyca Productions stated that audience safety is a priority. The film, cleared by the Censor Board, was set for December 5. It features Charlie, Nirosha, Livingston, and music by NR Raghunanthan and Siddharth Vipin.
Tamil Nadu’s Chennai and Tiruvallur schools will remain closed tomorrow due to ongoing heavy rains and waterlogging. Authorities prioritised student safety while issuing the holiday, following Wednesday’s closure. The Bay of Bengal depression continues to cause intense rainfall, and govt teams are working actively to manage flooding in affected areas.
Bollywood star actor Ajay Devgn will partner with the Telangana government to build a modern film studio and film city in Hyderabad. Announced at the Telangana Rising Global Summit, the project will feature VFX, animation, and AI-powered smart studios. Devgn also plans a skill development institute and will promote Telangana as a top cinema hub.
Nagaland marked International Day of Persons with Disabilities during the Hornbill Festival, emphasising full accessibility and inclusion. The govt is retrofitting public spaces, schools, and transport with ramps, elevators, and assistive devices. A ₹1 crore Corpus Fund supports PWD entrepreneurs. Events included performances, documentaries and others.
Actor Virat Karrna’s PAN-India film ‘Nagabandham’ is being made on a massive scale. The team is filming an expensive climax at Ramanaidu Studios, spending ₹20 crore on the sequence. A huge set and top stunt master Kecha Khamphakdee are part of it. The mythological story features Nabha Natesh, Iswarya Menon, and others, inspired by ancient […]
Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy met Prime Minister Modi in New Delhi to invite him to the Telangana Rising 2047 Global Summit and request support for major state projects. He sought approvals for Metro Phase-II, the Regional Ring Road, new expressways, and other key infrastructure plans. He also presented the state’s 2047 Vision Document.
India pacer Mohit Sharma has retired from all forms of cricket after a 14-year career. In an emotional Instagram post, he thanked fans, teammates, coaches, and his family for their support. Mohit played 26 ODIs and eight T20Is, featured in the 2015 World Cup, and represented multiple IPL teams, including CSK and Gujarat Titans.
The Kerala High Court granted the SIT 6 more weeks to finish investigating irregularities in the gold plating of Sabarimala’s Dwarapalaka idols and Sreekovil doors. The court asked the team to work carefully and report any new findings. The SIT is awaiting forensic results and said the complex transactions require more time.
Bengaluru advocate Prashanth filed a complaint against Ranveer Singh, alleging he hurt religious sentiments by mocking the Daiva tradition depicted in ‘Kantara’. No FIR has been registered so far. Ranveer had earlier apologised, stating he respects all traditions and admired the performance. This is the second complaint linked to the Kantara controversy.
In Chhattisgarh’s Bijapur, seven Naxals were killed in a gun battle, while two DRG jawans were martyred and another was injured. The joint operation by DRG, STF, and CoBRA continues. So far this year, 268 Naxals have been killed. Earlier, 37 Naxals surrendered in Dantewada, receiving cash and rehabilitation support from the government.
Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray visited Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut in Mumbai today to check on his health. Raut, a Rajya Sabha MP, has been unwell for nearly a month. Thackeray also warned party workers to remain alert for the upcoming BMC elections, emphasising the importance of vigilance among Marathi voters.
India scored 350 runs in the 2nd ODI against South Africa at Raipur today. Team India batters Ruturaj (105), Kohli (102), and Captain Rahul (66) have performed well. The remaining batters did not perform well. South Africa bowlers Jansen took 2 wickets, and Ngidi and Burger took 1 wicket each. It is known that India […]
Actor Balakrishna starred in the film ‘Akhanda 2 – Thaandavam’, which will hit theatres on Dec 5, 2025, in multiple languages. Paid premieres start tomorrow. Producer Raam Achanta has confirmed that Telangana ticket bookings will open today between 5 and 6 PM. Directed by Boyapati Sreenu, the movie stars Samyuktha, with music by Thaman.
Indian Foreign Secretary Kanwal Sibal responded to comments by UK, French, and German diplomats during Russian President Putin’s visit, stating that it is not the right time to express such views. He called it a clear interference in India’s internal affairs, adding that it is fueling anti-Russian sentiment among pro-European groups in the country.
Actors Dhanush and Kriti Sanon’s romantic drama ‘Tere Ishk Mein’ is doing well at the box office and is close to earning ₹100 crore. After an 8-week theatrical run, it will stream on Netflix around January 23, 2026. The film was produced by Aanand L Rai and T-Series; it features music by AR Rahman and […]