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Actor and Rajya Sabha MP Kamal Haasan called for a “principled relook” of India’s film certification system, advocating transparency, and written justifications for edits. Citing stalled releases like Jana Nayagan, he urged the film industry to engage constructively with the govt to protect artistic freedom and uphold constitutional and democratic values.
Rebel star Prabhas’ latest high-budget release, ‘Rajasaab,’ had midnight premieres in Telangana at standard ticket prices, while AP permitted special shows and price hikes. Chiranjeevi’s film, ‘Mana Shankar Varaprasad Garu,’ received advantages in both states. Fans are expressing concerns and demand equal benefits for Prabhas’ films.
The Raja Saab earned ₹112 crore worldwide on Day 1, showcasing Prabhas’s box office appeal. The makers added a previously missing eight-minute scene of an older Prabhas, trimmed other sequences, and clarified it won’t appear in part two. Ticket prices return to normal Monday, with audience response over the weekend seen as crucial for sustained […]
Ahead of Sankranthi, Telugu films are witnessing strong North America pre-sales. After The Raja Saab and Mana Shankar Vara Prasad Garu, Naveen Polishetty’s Anaganaga Oka Raju crossed $100,000 in advance bookings and is expected to post his biggest premiere. Chiranjeevi’s film has already surpassed $600,000, eyeing $1 million premieres.
The Telangana High Court had expressed strong disapproval of the govt over rising movie ticket prices. Yet, less than a day after the court’s ruling, the govt permitted higher prices for Chiranjeevi’s ‘Mana Shankar Vara Prasad Garu’ film. It has raised questions about compliance, leaving the public curious about how the court will respond to […]
Icon star Allu Arjun shared a birthday wish for his father, Allu Aravind, on X. He called him the closest thing to God in his life and wished him joy always. The post moved fans and drew warm replies from followers, film friends, and well-wishers across social media on his special day today with love.
This Pongal, Tamil cinema faces an unusual crisis with no major releases. Karthi’s “Va Vathiyaar” is stayed by Madras High Court over ₹21 crore dues, while “Parashakthi” and “Jana Nayagan” face legal hurdles. “Parashakthi” releases only in Tamil, needing positive word-of-mouth for Telugu success. The industry navigates a challenging period a...
Jaya Krishna Ghattamaneni, grandson of Superstar Krishna, debuts as lead in the upcoming action-romance “Srinivasa Mangapuram,” directed by Ajay Bhupathi. Mahesh Babu launched the first-look poster, showcasing Jaya Krishna in an intense action pose. Produced by P Kiran, with music by GV Prakash Kumar and Rasha Thadani making her Telugu debut.
Despite police claiming IBOMMA Ravi’s arrest and stopping online piracy, Prabhas’ latest film Raja Saab has leaked in HD on the internet. Fans are worried and disappointed, fearing the illegal release could hurt box office collections and undermine efforts to curb movie piracy, despite authorities’ repeated actions against such leaks.
Aadi Pinishetty’s Telugu thriller “Drive,” released alongside Balakrishna’s “Akhanda 2,” went unnoticed in theatres despite him playing the lead. However, the tables turned on OTT, with the flop film now trending at the top spot on Prime Video India. “Drive” is streaming in Telugu, Tamil, Hindi, Kannada and Malayalam after its disappointing box of...
Director Maruthi is facing intense backlash after Prabhas starrer “The Raja Saab” opened to a disastrous response. The film failed to meet expectations, triggering heavy trolling over its weak narrative and execution. Netizens say a golden chance to showcase Prabhas was wasted. Trade voices even claim losses nearing ₹350 crore, with criticism growing rapidly.
Sivakarthikeyan’s ‘Parasakthi’ now has a solo release for Pongal after Vijay’s Jana Nayagan got postponed. Directed by Sudha Kongara, the film overcame censor delays. A strong response could make it Sivakarthikeyan’s biggest hit, surpassing Amaran, and cement his position as a leading star in Tamil cinema during Vijay’s farewell phase.
Director Kishore Tirumala, ahead of “Bharatha Mahseyululaku Wignyapthi,” shared films that shaped his journey. Classics like “Titanic,” “Ninne Pelladutha,” and “7G Brindavan Colony” inspired him, teaching the importance of emotions, relationships, and honest storytelling. His upcoming film, starring Ravi Teja, marks an exciting new collaboration.
Pan-India star Prabhas starred in the film ‘Raja Saab,’ directed by Maruti, released worldwide yesterday. Despite mixed reviews, the film is drawing huge crowds, thanks to Prabhas’ popularity. On the first day, it earned about ₹90 crore gross globally, including ₹54 crore net from India. The movie is making a strong start at the box […]
The producer of Vijay’s ‘Jana Nayagan’ explained the delay caused by CBFC certification issues. He said all required changes were made, but the film was later sent to a revising committee after a complaint. Court approval was briefly granted, then stayed. Thanking fans, he expressed faith in the legal process and said Vijay deserves a […]