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Actor Nivin Pauly stars as Vinod in ‘Pharma’, a new Malayalam series on Jio Hotstar (Telugu dubbed). He rises in a pharma company, uncovers medical crimes, and fights unethical practices. It has a timely story and good acting, but slow pacing, weak suspense, and average production make it just okay—rated 2.5/5.
Yash’s upcoming film ‘Toxic,’ written by him and directed by Geethu Mohandas, has officially confirmed Kiara Advani as the female lead. The makers unveiled her character poster, revealing her on-screen name as Nadiya, which has generated strong buzz. Produced by KVN Productions, the pan-Indian film is set for a theatrical release on March 19, 2026.
James Cameron’s ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ is captivating audiences this holiday season, becoming the highest Hollywood opener in India in 2025. Strong advance bookings and a Rs. 50 crore opening day reflect its popularity. Praised for scale, emotion, and immersive visuals, the film has reinforced the appetite for big-screen family entertainment.
‘The Raja Saab,’ starring Prabhas, is scheduled for a grand release on January 9, 2026, in multiple Indian languages. Directed by Maruthi and produced by TG Vishwa Prasad and Krithi Prasad, the romantic horror comedy will soon be sent for censor clearance. A pre-release event in Hyderabad will unveil the trailer and promotions.
Rakesh Bedi, praised for Dhurandhar, addressed the viral hug and peck controversy with co-star Sara Arjun, calling it an overreaction. He explained their on-screen father-daughter bond and daily affectionate gestures during filming. Bedi urged audiences to focus on the film’s success, which has earned over ₹450 crore in India, rather than unnecessary controversies.
The Bombay High Court has ordered film critic KRK (Kamal Rashid Khan) to refrain from posting or sharing defamatory statements about producer Vashu Bhagnani until the case concludes. While further remarks are barred, the court deferred any decision on an apology, stating it will be considered after reviewing all evidence during the final hearing.
Stars like Pawan Kalyan, Prabhas, and Suriya have supported producers and buyers during losses, sometimes waiving fees or providing personal aid. Akhanda 2 buyers face 50–60% losses, with some territories hitting ₹5 crore. If Nandamuri Balakrishna and director Boyapati adjust fees, they could ease the burden and restore faith in the industry.
Tollywood filmmakers avoided December 19, expecting Avatar: Fire and Ash to dominate, but the movie earned just Rs. 20 crore net in India, half of the previous Avatar’s launch. After Akhanda 2’s delay to December 12, several films shifted their release, crowding Christmas 2025. This misjudgment risks other films’ box-office potential.
Ram Pothineni’s film ‘Andhra King Taluka’ is set for its OTT release. Netflix announced the movie will stream from December 25 in Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam. Though the emotional drama received good reviews, it failed at the box office. Fans now hope it finds success with digital audiences after its theatrical run ended.
Sharwanand’s family entertainer ‘Nari Nari Naduma Murari’ gears up for Sankranthi 2026, directed by Ram Abbaraju. The film’s teaser, releasing on Dec 22, was announced with a humorous video featuring Sharwanand and Vennela Kishore, highlighting his Sankranthi success streak. Starring Samyukta and Sakshi Vaidya, the movie releases in theaters on January 14.
Bigg Boss Telugu 9 finale airs December 21 on Star Maa, hosted by Nagarjuna. Five finalists remain: Kalyan, Thanuja, Emmanuel, Sanjjanaa, and Pawan. Sanjjanaa and Pawan may be eliminated next, securing Emmanuel a top 3 spot. Kalyan and Thanuja are the likely top 2, battling for the winner’s title in a dramatic finish.
Ranveer Singh’s ‘Dhurandhar’ is breaking box office records, surpassing ‘Avatar 3’ in India. Avatar 3 earned ₹20 crore on its opening day, while ‘Dhurandhar’ collected ₹22.50 crore on its 15th day. With its continued strong performance, the film has become Ranveer’s highest-grossing movie and is rapidly approaching the ₹1,000 crore mark globally.
Director Sandeep Reddy Vanga praised Aditya Dhar’s spy thriller ‘Dhurandhar’, calling it “built like a man with a masculine spine.” He lauded the performances of Ranveer Singh and Akshaye Khanna, screenplay, music, and direction. Aditya Dhar thanked Vanga, calling him a brother, while the film has grossed Rs 483 crore worldwide.
Global star Ram Charan and Janhvi Kapoor’s next film ‘Peddhi’ is progressing rapidly with its shoot. The makers have begun a fresh schedule in Delhi, where most of the remaining scenes are expected to be completed. Directed by Buchi Babu, the film is slated for a grand theatrical release on March 27, 2026, as per […]
Rebel star Prabhas’ upcoming film ‘The Raja Saab’ is a romantic horror-comedy directed by Maruthi and will release on January 9, 2026. Reports say a second trailer may launch at the pre-release event on December 27 in Hyderabad. The film stars Malavika Mohanan, Nidhhi Agerwal, and Riddhi Kumar, with music by S. S. Thaman and […]