After the Telangana High Court mandated a 90-day public notice for ticket hikes following the “Pushpa 2” stampede row, focus shifts to Pawan Kalyan’s “Ustaad Bhagat Singh,” releasing March 27. With courts resisting further exemptions, it remains unclear whether the makers can secure special ticket privileges despite political influence and industry pressure.
Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar lauded Team India for their commanding win against Zimbabwe in the ICC T20 World Cup clash last night. Delighted with the all-round display, he emphasized the importance of carrying the same intensity and unity into the semi-finals and final. He praised the squad’s collective effort, noting that success came from teamwork.
“Dhurandhar,” 2025’s biggest Indian blockbuster, was honoured at The Hollywood Reporter India awards for its record box office run. Surprisingly, no team member attended the ceremony. The move follows critic Anupama Chopra’s earlier remark calling the film anti-Pakistan, reportedly upsetting the makers and leading to their apparent boycott of the event.
Popular actors Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna recently met PM Modi to personally invite him to their wedding reception scheduled for March 4 in Hyderabad. The couple, who tied the knot on February 26, shared warm moments during the meeting. Pictures from the occasion are now trending widely, as fans with heartfelt congratulations and blessings.
Jeethu Joseph’s ‘Secret Stories: Roslin,’ a six-episode Malayalam psychological thriller, streams on Jio Hotstar in seven languages. Directed by Sumesh Nandakumar, it stars Sanjana Dipu, Meena, and Vineeth. Haunted by nightmares, Roslin faces a mysterious guest who reveals dark secrets. Produced by Mathew George, the series promises gripping suspense.
Actress Mohini, known for “Aditya 369” and “Hitler,” revealed in a Tamil YouTube interview that she once admired AR Rahman and dreamed of marrying him. She called his conversion to Islam a “big heartbreak” and recalled meeting him once in Malaysia. Her candid remarks, including childhood teasing about cooking biryani for him, have sparked online […]
The Telugu psychological horror thriller “Honey,” starring Naveen Chandra and directed by Karuna Kumar, was released on February 6, 2026, but underperformed at theaters. It’s now streaming on Amazon Prime Video in five languages and on Sun NXT in Telugu and Tamil, offering a pan-Indian OTT debut. Its reception among home audiences remains to be […]
The Tamil anthology film “Hot Spot 2 Much” has begun streaming in Telugu on Aha. Directed by Vignesh Karthick and starring Priya Bhavani Shankar, the film previously released in Tamil and Hindi, sparking mixed reactions for its bold themes and social commentary. Its OTT Telugu debut will reveal how viewers respond to its content and […]
Mrunal Thakur says she isn’t chasing a size-zero image. While often questioned about her weight in Hindi cinema, Telugu audiences appreciate her glamour and screen presence as she is. Prioritizing health over unrealistic beauty standards, she feels confident. Her appearance in ‘Dacoit’s’ latest song has won fans’ admiration and praise.
Taapsee Pannu praised Telugu cinema for offering her performance-driven roles that shaped her career. She said Tamil films didn’t provide similar opportunities, making Telugu audiences especially supportive. Recalling an early project, she mentioned challenges like being asked to wear padded bras but emphasized her gratitude for what Telugu cinema gave her.
Buzz is circulating that Malayalam star Prithviraj Sukumaran is in advanced talks for a pivotal role in “Bloody Romeo,” starring Nani and directed by Sujeeth. Fresh from portraying the main antagonist in Varanasi with S. S. Rajamouli, his involvement could add immense depth and scale. No official confirmation yet, but fans are eagerly waiting.
The Telugu film industry is considering a mandatory eight-week OTT window to revive theatres amid falling streaming revenues. However, audience habits have changed, with many preferring diverse digital entertainment options. Experts note that only high-quality, exciting films can draw crowds, while average movies may fail regardless of delayed OTT releases.
South cinema stars Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna have shared their first official wedding photos as husband and wife from their intimate Udaipur ceremony. Fans are celebrating the couple’s union, with the newlyweds looking radiant together. The images mark the much-anticipated reveal after their private “Virosh” wedding celebrations.
Sree Vishnu’s upcoming film Vishnu Vinyasam, releasing February 27, faces little box office competition as recent films faltered early. Known for clean comedy, Vishnu hopes this film continues his success streak. With a one-week solo run before Mrithyunjay, positive audience word of mouth could make Vishnu Vinyasam a solid hit.
Ranveer Singh’s “Dhurandhar 2,” releasing March 19, faces massive hype, but RGV’s social media claims calling it an “Asteroid” exaggerate its box office potential. Critics feel his statements risk undermining South Indian films, especially pan-India Telugu releases, which are poised to break records, despite Dhurandhar 2’s strong expectations after the ...