Malayalam blockbuster “Lokah: Chapter 1 Chandra,” starring Kalyani Priyadarshan, grossed over ₹300 crore worldwide, while Rishab Shetty’s “Kantara: Chapter 1” earned ₹800 crore, becoming 2025’s biggest Indian hit. Both films will stream digitally on October 31, “Lokah” on Jio Hotstar and “Kantara” on Prime Video, marking a major OTT cl...
The controversial Tamil film ‘Bad Girl’, starring Anjali Sivaraman and directed by Varsha Bharath, faced backlash over its portrayal of the Brahmin community. Released on September 5, it underperformed commercially. Produced by Vetri Maaran and Anurag Kashyap, the film will stream on Jio Hotstar from November 4 in multiple languages.
After Baseer Ali and Nehal Chudasma’s shocking eviction from Bigg Boss 19, Amaal Mallik revealed Baseer feared losing confidence and industry respect if evicted early. Tanya Mittal called him strong and undeserving of eviction. Fans reacted angrily online, while housemate Farrhana Bhatt grew emotional, mourning her friends despite her recent fallout with Nehal.
On Kaun Banega Crorepati 17, Diljit Dosanjh humorously told Amitabh Bachchan he didn’t like his 1973 film Saudagar, saying, “You were selling jaggery, sir.” The singer praised Big B’s action films but found Saudagar dull. The film, directed by Sudhendu Roy, was India’s entry for the 46th Academy Awards despite limited box-office success.
Rishab Shetty’s ‘Kantara: Chapter 1,’ the year’s biggest Indian blockbuster surpassing ‘Chhaava,’ is set for its OTT premiere on October 31st on Prime Video. The film will stream in Kannada, Telugu, Tamil, and Malayalam, while the Hindi version is delayed per MAI rules. Produced by Hombale Films, it features Rukmini Vasanth and Gulshan Devaiah.
Adivi Sesh and Mrunal Thakur star in ‘Dacoit,’ a romantic action drama directed by Shaniel Deo. Originally slated for a Christmas 2025 release, the film’s release has been postponed due to Sesh’s injury, now targeting a festival release. Bollywood director Anurag Kashyap makes his Tollywood debut in this bilingual venture.
A viral video from Amitabh Bachchan’s Juhu home shows a staff member claiming he received Rs 10,000 and sweets for Diwali. While some praised the gesture, many online called the amount “too little” for the megastar’s stature, sparking debate over celebrity generosity during festive celebrations.
Amazon Prime Video will unveil the release date for ‘The Family Man season 3’ tomorrow, following months of anticipation. The upcoming season, expected to premiere in November, will explore a storyline linked to COVID-19 and China’s attack on India’s northeastern states. Manoj Bajpayee returns as the beloved undercover officer.
In a surprising move, Sreeleela has dubbed for herself for the first time in her career in the action entertainer ‘Mass Jathara,’ using a distinct Srikakulam accent. The film, starring Ravi Teja and directed by Bhanu Bhogavarapu, is set for paid premieres on October 31, 2025, and a full release on November 1.
Sonal Chauhan has officially joined ‘Mirzapur: The Film,’ ending speculation about her role in the big-screen adaptation. The film, directed by Gurmmeet Singh and produced by Excel Entertainment, features returning stars Pankaj Tripathi, Ali Fazal, and Divyenndu Sharma. Set for a 2026 release, the movie promises to expand the Mirzapur universe.
Dhanush’s fourth directorial film, “Idli Kadai,” starring Nithya Menen, released on October 1 in Tamil and Telugu (“Idli Kottu”). Netflix has announced its OTT premiere for October 29, streaming in five languages, Tamil, Telugu, Hindi, Kannada, and Malayalam. Despite mixed reviews theatrically, expectations are high for its digital release among Dhanush’s fans.
Sreeleela has taken charge of the promotions for ‘Mass Jathara,’ starring alongside Ravi Teja. After multiple media interviews, the young star is driving the film’s buzz ahead of its release on November 1, 2025. With night premieres scheduled for October 31, Sreeleela and Ravi Teja will soon join forces for further promotional events.
Rishab Shetty’s “Kantara: Chapter 1,” India’s highest-grossing film of 2025 with over ₹800 crore worldwide, is now gearing up for its OTT release. Amazon Prime unveiled a new poster, teasing an announcement soon, reportedly October 30. While some urge delaying the release, excitement builds as fans await how the blockbuster performs on streaming platforms.
Actor Karthi, one of South Indian cinema’s busiest stars with projects like “Vaa Vaathiyaar,” “Sardar 2,” and “Kaithi 2,” may return in a Telugu hero role after a long gap. Rumours suggest he could join Chiranjeevi and director Bobby’s upcoming film, though no official confirmation exists. The project will launch once Chiranjeevi completes current...
Rashmika Mandanna, starring in The Girlfriend, chose not to take any remuneration, focusing on completing the film first. Despite hectic schedules with Pushpa 2 and other projects, she worked tirelessly. Fans and industry peers praised her dedication, humility, and passion for cinema, highlighting her commitment to meaningful work over monetary gain.