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Former Bollywood actress Rimi Sen, known for films like Dhoom and Golmaal, has transitioned to a real estate career in Dubai. She praised the city’s business-friendly environment, disciplined market, and inclusive society, contrasting it with India’s complex regulations. Rimi has successfully established herself in Dubai’s competitive property sector.
Director Ram Gopal Varma addressed renewed scrutiny over his past comments on the authorship of the Oscar-winning song ‘Jai Ho.’ A resurfaced video suggested he credited singer Sukhwinder Singh instead of composer AR Rahman. On X, Varma clarified he respects Rahman, calling him a great composer and kind person, hoping to end negativity.
Anup Jalota sparked controversy by suggesting AR Rahman “convert back to Hinduism” if he feels sidelined in Bollywood. Jalota reacted to Rahman’s BBC interview, where the composer cited industry power shifts and possible communal bias. Rahman later clarified he never intended to hurt sentiments, stressing music, unity and India’s multicultural spirit.
Netizens are comparing actor Naveen Polishetty with Tamil star Pradeep Ranganathan. Though he has done only a few films, Naveen has delivered back-to-back box office hits. Starting with ‘Agent Sai Srinivasa Athreya’ (25 cr), followed by ‘Jathi Ratnalu’ (75 cr) and ‘Miss Shetty Mr Polishetty’ (50 cr), his latest film, ‘Anaganaga Oka Raju’ (₹100 cr).
Ormax Media released its December 2025 list of India’s most popular actors and actresses. Prabhas topped the actors’ ranking, followed by Vijay, Shah Rukh Khan, Allu Arjun, Mahesh Babu, Ajith, Ram Charan, Jr NTR, and Salman Khan. Among actresses, Samantha ranked first, with Alia Bhatt second and Rashmika third in a nationwide popularity survey.
Actress Nidhhi Agerwal, who starred with Pawan Kalyan in ‘Hari Hari Veera Mallu,’ called him a phenomenon, praising his intelligence, aura, and courage. She said hits or flops don’t affect him, and he could even become India’s prime minister. Nidhhi highlighted his dedication to politics, people, and meaningful change.
SS Rajamouli’s Pan India film ‘Varanasi,’ starring Mahesh Babu and Priyanka Chopra, is set to release in 2027. Prithviraj plays the villain, and Mahesh Babu briefly appears as Lord Rama. The film features a time-travel storyline. Produced by Sri Durga Arts and others, the makers confirmed the release date, exciting fans worldwide.
Nikhil Siddhartha, who last appeared in the box office flop “Appudo Ippudo Eppudo,” has been focused on his ambitious project “Swayambhu,” directed by debutant Bharat Krishnamachari. Originally set to release on February 13, 2026, in eight languages, the film’s release has now been reportedly postponed, with makers eyeing a March or April launch.
A fake factory named “RGF (Rajasekhar Goti Factory)” is trending on social media. A YouTuber made a parody video showing actor Rajasekhar as the factory owner, with fake ID cards and salary posts going viral. Officials clarified it’s all fake and for fun, warning people not to believe such misleading content online.
Sankranthi was initially set for 7 releases, including 2 dubbed films, but only 5 finally reached theaters, with 3 performing well. With festivities over, collections have dipped slightly. This week marks 2026’s first with no Telugu releases, with even dubbed films staying away, leaving Sankranthi films to dominate screens and OTT as the main option.
Aadi Saikumar’s “Shambala,” a mystical thriller released as a Christmas special, marked a positive comeback after a long gap, receiving fair responses from critics and audiences. Directed by Ugandhar Muni, it was also released in Hindi on January 9, 2026. The film released digitally on Aha for Gold subscribers today, with regular users able to […]
Sharwanand’s sports action drama “Biker,” initially set for December 6, 2025, was postponed due to pending work. Set against bike racing, Sharwanand revealed during “Nari Nari Naduma Murari” promotions that he plays a dual role as father and son, surprising fans. The film will release in 3D and 4DX, promising a fresh experience for Telugu […]
Director Anil Ravipudi, riding high after his hit “Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu,” sees renewed attention for his earlier blockbuster “Sankranthiki Vasthunnam.” The Telugu film, one of last year’s biggest successes, is now streaming on Amazon Prime alongside ZEE5. Its 1st anniversary and Amazon addition are expected to significantly boost its digital reach.
Stand-up comedian Zakir Khan announced a long break from live tours during his Hyderabad show. His team confirmed an extended hiatus until 2030 due to health and personal reasons. Zakir hinted at the decision on Instagram and later confirmed it after reaching Dubai. He urged fans to attend remaining shows, saying, “Every show is a […]
‘Sirai’, a Tamil crime drama starring Vikram Prabhu, became a surprise hit after positive reviews. Directed by debutant Suresh Rajakumari, it premieres on ZEE5 on January 23. However, the film may skip a Telugu OTT release, which could limit its audience. Produced by S.S. Lalit Kumar, it also features L.K. Akshay Kumar and Anishma Anilkumar.