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‘The Conjuring: Last Rites’, the final film in the Conjuring Universe, became the biggest Hollywood horror opener in India, surpassing ‘The Nun’. Directed by Michael Chaves and starring Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga, it’s based on the Smurl haunting case. From February 13, 2026, Jio Hotstar will stream it free in multiple languages.
The Delhi High Court has stayed the broadcast of an AI-generated film featuring Akira Nandan, Pawan Kalyan’s son, made without his consent. The court cited privacy violations and misuse of AI technology. Platforms including YouTube and Meta were ordered to remove all links, halting the film’s circulation immediately.
Hyderabad-born Rahul Sankrityan, a former Infosys systems engineer, is the director of Vijay Deverakonda’s historical drama Ranabali. After gaining fame with Taxiwaala and Shyam Singha Roy, Rahul left IT to pursue films full-time. Ranabali, set in 19th-century India, releases September 11, 2026, and promises intense visuals and untold historical tales.
Tharun Bhascker, director of Om Shanti Shanti Shantihi, addressed rumors about his relationship with Eesha Rebba. He said Eesha is more than a friend and has been a true companion for years. He is waiting for the right moment to announce their marriage carefully, ensuring the timing is thoughtful and considerate of others.
Mamta Kulkarni has resigned as Maha Mandleshwar of Kinnar Akhada, effective January 27, 2026, citing a personal spiritual journey. She denied any conflicts or financial impropriety in her appointment and affirmed respect for her peers. Kulkarni also ruled out returning to films, committing fully to a life of spiritual practice and silent knowledge-sharing.
Vijay Devarakonda faces immense pressure in 2026 to deliver a blockbuster after a series of flops post-COVID. With Ranabali releasing in September and Rowdy Janardhana in December, he is shooting both films simultaneously. The back-to-back releases offer a critical chance for a successful comeback, as audiences and industry expectations weigh heavily on the actor.
Thalapathy Vijay’s Jana Nayagan faced fresh hurdles after the Madras High Court Division Bench set aside the single judge’s order directing CBFC to issue a U/A certificate. The court ordered fresh consideration, dimming February release hopes. With ongoing legal battles and Tamil Nadu elections expected mid-summer, the film may now release only after polls.
Singer Chinmayi strongly disagreed with Chiranjeevi’s remarks on the casting couch, asserting it is a harsh reality in the film industry. She said power imbalance enables exploitation, especially of newcomers. Calling out silence and victim-blaming, Chinmayi shared troubling experiences and stressed that harassment persists despite professionalism or seniority.
Thalapathy Vijay’s Jana Nayagan is embroiled in a fresh censor controversy after the Madras High Court backed the CBFC. The board flagged excessive violence, alleged defence emblem usage, and possible communal overtones. With 14 suggested cuts, CBFC insists the film deserves an A certificate, not U/A, leaving makers considering their next move carefully now ahead.
‘Border 2’ is performing strongly at the box office, despite receiving mixed reviews. On Republic Day, it earned Rs. 63.59 crore, bringing its total collections to Rs. 193.48 crore. The film features Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, and Ahan Shetty and is directed by Anurag Singh. It is expected to soon surpass the Rs. […]
‘Irumudi,’ the new film of Mass Maharaja Ravi Teja, was announced on his birthday, winning praise for its striking poster. Fans were excited to see him as a Lord Ayyappa devotee. Directed by Shiva Nirvana, the film highlights an emotional father-daughter bond. Priya Bhavani Shankar stars opposite Ravi Teja, with Baby Nakshatra as his daughter.
Karthi’s “Vaa Vaathiyaar,” directed by Nalan Kumarasamy, released in Tamil on January 14, 2026, after Jana Nayagan’s delay, but failed to make a strong box office impact. The film will now stream on Amazon Prime Video from tomorrow, Jan 28, in Tamil, Telugu, Hindi, Kannada, and Malayalam, marking a rare Pongal release hitting OTT within […]
Aadhi Pinisetty’s recent film “Drive,” released in December 2025 with little hype and poor box office performance, later premiered on Amazon Prime Video. Now, the revenge drama is set to stream on Telugu OTT platform Aha from January 30, 2026. This move is expected to reach a fresh audience, giving the film renewed attention and […]
Jr NTR’s ‘Devara’ will get a sequel, confirmed by producer Sudhakar Mikkilineni. Shooting begins in May 2026, with release expected in 2027. Rumors of cancellation were false. The announcement excites fans, adding to Jr NTR’s upcoming projects: ‘Devara 2,’ the NTR–Neel film, a Trivikram mythological, and a Nelson Dilipkumar collaboration.
Director Tharun Bhascker, promoting his acting film “Om Shanti Shanti Shantihi” releasing January 30, 2026, gave an update on his long-pending project “Deccan Derby” with Venkatesh. He said he paused it to refine the screenplay and technical scale, is reworking the script, and added the film may go on floors this year or later, depending […]