Allu Arjun is set to launch his luxury multiplex, Allu Cinemas, in Kokapet, Hyderabad, featuring a 75-foot-wide Dolby Cinema screen and premium seating. Catering to posh areas like Gandipet and Narsingi, the actor will promote it through advertisements in early January. The multiplex aims for a grand Sankranthi season inauguration, with Allu Aravind to announce […]
Sharwanand’s film Nari Nari Naduma Murari (NNNM) is set to release on January 14 for the Sankranthi festival. The team is confident, planning a strong promotional campaign starting January 2 across major Telugu cities. Directed by Ram Abbaraju, featuring Sakshi Vaidya and Samyuktha Menon, the film follows a hero caught between two heroines.
Bollywood star Ranveer Singh’s spy action thriller ‘Dhurandhar’ continues to dominate the box office. The film has grossed over ₹1,128.63 crore worldwide, reflecting its widespread popularity. Directed by Aditya Dhar, the movie features an ensemble cast including Akshaye Khanna, Sanjay Dutt, and Madhavan, whose performances have been praised.
Pakistani actress Sana Javed, married to cricketer Shoaib Malik since 2024, faced social media criticism after jokingly replying, “I can’t give my husband to anyone,” on Instagram. Netizens dragged their past relationships into the debate, referencing Shoaib’s previous marriages to Sania Mirza and Ayesha Siddiqui, and Sana’s earlier marriage.
Sriram Raghavan’s Ikkis is a restrained war drama focusing on loss rather than spectacle. Inspired by Param Vir Chakra awardee Arun Khetarpal, the film unfolds across two timelines. Dharmendra’s silent grief is deeply moving, while Agastya Nanda delivers a sincere, grounded performance. Despite pacing issues, the film stands out for emotional honesty.
“Gatha Vaibhavam” falters due to poor execution and weak emotional writing, despite a workable premise. The performances are only passable, while the predictable narrative and uneven treatment weigh the film down. Consequently, it becomes a largely forgettable experience that struggles to engage audiences or leave any lasting impression. #Rating: 2.25/5.
Power Star Pawan Kalyan’s new film has been officially announced on New Year’s eve, directed by Surrender Reddy and produced by Ram Talluri under his maiden banner, Jaithra Rama Movies, suggested by Pawan himself. Vakkantham Vamsi is handling the script. The long-delayed project, initially planned in 2021, has now revived, exciting fans nationwide.
Netflix has dropped the finale of “Stranger Things”, Episode 8 titled “The Rightside Up”, officially closing the Hawkins saga. The episodes delivers the final face-off with Vecna as Eleven reunites with her friends, revisiting emotional threads from earlier seasons. The finale now streams on Netflix in English, Telugu, Hindi, Tamil and other languages globally.
Ravi Teja will next be seen in family drama “Bhartha Mahasayulaku Wignyapthi”, releasing January 13, followed by a thriller with Shiva Nirvana. Amid talks with multiple directors, buzz suggests Vivek Athreya recently narrated a horror script to Ravi Teja, who reportedly responded positively. Whether this intriguing collaboration materialises remains to be seen.
Actor Roshan Kanakala and director Sandeep Raj teamed up for their second film, “Mowgli 2025,” which released in theatres on December 13 alongside “Akhanda 2” but failed to make an impact at the box office. The romantic action drama now grabs attention with its digital debut on ETV Win, just 19 days after theatrical release. […]
Aadi Saikumar’s film “Shambala” has performed strongly at the Telugu box office, marking a successful comeback for the actor. Directed by Ugandhar Mani, the mystical thriller stars Archana Iyer, Swasika Vijay, and others. Produced by Mahidhar Reddy and Rajasekhar Annabhimoju with music by Sricharan Pakala, the film will release in Hindi on January 1, 2026.
Dulquer Salmaan is reportedly set to collaborate with director Sampath Nandi for a new project, produced by People Media Factory. Despite recent box-office setbacks, Nandi impressed Dulquer with a strong script and fresh vision. While official confirmation is pending, the potential collaboration has sparked widespread discussion and excitement among fans.
Rebel Star Prabhas’ next film ‘Rajasab’, directed by Maruthi, is gearing up for a grand release on January 9 next year. Adding to the excitement, the makers announced the full song ‘Raje Yuvaraje’ as a special New Year gift. The film stars Malavika Mohan, Nidhi Agarwal, and Riddhi Kumar as the leading ladies.
Chiranjeevi’s ‘Mana Shankara Vara Prasad’ rides a wave of musical success. ‘Meesala Pilla’ surpassed 100 million views, setting records, while ‘Sasirekha’ and ‘Mega Victory Mass’ go viral. Chiranjeevi’s charm, dance, and chemistry with co-stars amplify the soundtrack, making the film one of the most anticipated festival releases.
PAN-India star Prabhas’ ‘The Raja Saab’ releases on January 9, 2026, for Sankranthi, with Maruthi directing the horror fantasy and Sanjay Dutt in a pivotal role. Maruthi revealed the film’s runtime exceeds three hours, with Prabhas appearing for about two hours and forty minutes, missing only a few opening and flashback scenes. Music by Thaman.