‘The Raja Saab,’ starring Prabhas, will hit theaters on Jan 9, with paid premieres on Jan 8 in India. Directed by Maruthi, the film’s final runtime is 175 minutes, under three hours, shorter than earlier reports of over three hours. Malavika Mohanan, Nidhhi Agerwal, and Riddhi Kumar star alongside Sanjay Dutt and Boman Irani.
Bollywood star actor Ajay Devgn’s romantic comedy ‘De De Pyaar De 2’ will stream on Netflix from January 9. The sequel stars Rakul Preet Singh and focuses on the lead’s relationship with her family. Directed by Anshul Sharma, the film also features Madhavan, Javed Jaaferi, and Gautami Kapoor and is produced by T-Series Films and […]
Superstar Rajinikanth will star in “#Thalaivar173,” now directed by Cibi Chakravarthi after Sundar C exited. Produced by Kamal Haasan, the film features music by Anirudh Ravichander and is set for a Pongal 2027 release. Makers confirmed the update on social media, ending speculation over who would helm this much-anticipated mega-budget entertainer.
Nandamuri Balakrishna’s “Akhanda 2: Thaandavam,” Boyapati Sreenu’s fourth film with him, released on December 12, 2025, after legal delays. While it pleased fans, it underperformed at the box office. Reports now suggest Netflix will premiere it on January 9, 2026, in Telugu, Hindi, and other languages, marking a quick four-week theatrical-to-OTT transition.
Naveen Polishetty’s comedy entertainer “Anaganaga Oka Raju,” slated for a grand Sankranthi release on January 14, 2026, is directed by Maari with Meenakshi Chaudhary as the female lead. While Raashii Khanna was rumored for a special song, buzz suggests upcoming actress Saanve Meggbana has bagged the dance number. Official confirmation is awaited.
Thalapathy Vijay’s farewell film “Jana Nayagan” arrives in theatres on January 9. Directed by H. Vinoth, it stars Pooja Hegde, with Mamitha Baiju and Bobby Deol in key roles. Rumoured as a remake of Balakrishna’s “Bhagavanth Kesari,” the team stays silent. Today’s 6:45 PM trailer may reveal the truth or prolong suspense. Fans eagerly await […]
Tollywood actor Aadi Saikumar has been blessed with fatherhood for the 2nd time as his wife Aruna delivered a baby boy. The joyous news comes soon after the success of Aadi’s recent film ‘Shambala’, making the moment even more special. Married in 2014, the couple already has a daughter. Fans are pouring in congratulatory messages […]
Prabhas, known for his larger-than-life action roles, will surprise fans with a boy-next-door avatar in “The Raja Saab”. This refreshing makeover contrasts his recent powerful characters, showing him in a lighter, relatable role. Fans are excited, but whether audiences will embrace this change remains uncertain. Director Maruthi’s move is undeniably a bold risk.
The Malayalam mystery thriller ‘Eko’ is now streaming on Netflix in Telugu. The film stars Sandeep Pradeep and others and was praised by audiences and critics. Though Netflix said dubbed versions would arrive on January 7, they are already available, delighting Telugu viewers. The film is expected to gain strong viewership.
Zoe Saldana has become the world’s highest-grossing actor, with films earning about Rs 1.58 lakh crore globally. Her success comes from major franchises like Avatar and the Marvel Cinematic Universe. She is the only actor to star in five films crossing $2 billion each, surpassing stars like Scarlett Johansson and Robert Downey Jr.
Megastar Chiranjeevi’s ‘Mana Shankara Varaprasad Garu’ trailer launches Jan 4, ahead of the Jan 12 release, with Nayanthara leading the family entertainer directed by Anil Ravipudi. The pre-release event on Jan 7 in Hyderabad sparked rumors of Chiranjeevi’s absence, shocking fans. Producer Sahu Garapati dismissed the gossip, easing worries.
Bengaluru police arrested two men for posting obscene and derogatory content targeting jailed Kannada actor Darshan’s wife and family. The accused, an auto-rickshaw driver and a software engineer, were identified after a complaint by Vijayalakshmi. Police registered a case, investigated social media posts, and continue searching for over 18 others involved.
With a January 9 release, Raja Saab is Tollywood’s first pan-India film of 2026, generating massive fan excitement. Trade expects strong openings, but Telangana’s legal and ticketing issues pose challenges. Makers are finalising promotions, and theatre agreements. Securing clearances is critical to ensure boost box-office footfalls.
Top actress Kriti Shetty has addressed about shifting her focus to Bollywood. She clarified that being born and raised in Mumbai naturally draws her toward Hindi cinema. Kriti revealed she had received Hindi film offers early in her career but had to decline due to scheduling issues. She said she looks forward to landing opportunity […]
Bollywood war drama ‘Ikkis,’ starring Agastya Nanda and directed by Sriram Raghavan, features the late Dharmendra’s final on-screen appearance. Originally set for Dec 25, its release shifted to Jan 1, earning Rs. 7 crore nett on opening day, aided by the New Year. Critics praised Dharmendra’s impactful performance in this Battle of Basantar story.