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Neek Box Office (Closing Collection): Dhanush’s Directorial Venture Is A Colossal Disappointment ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Nilavuku Enmel Ennadi Kobam, aka Neek, was a non-performer right from the opening day, and it failed to make any major turnaround. Backed by the strong name of Dhanush, the film emerged as a huge disaster at the Indian box office and earned highly disappointing numbers. Despite a controlled budget, it couldn’t mark itself safe and wrapped up with a dismal lifetime collection. Keep reading for a detailed closing report!

Reception of the film

Written and directed by Dhanush, the coming-of-age romantic comedy was theatrically released on February 21, 2025. It opened to mixed to positive reviews from critics. It received praise for the direction of Dhanush, along with the concept and the entertainment value. However, it fetched criticism for underwhelming writing and performances.

Among the ticket-buying audience, Neek fared with mixed word-of-mouth, which...

If you are a pure admirer of South India films, then you must be aware of the latest directorial venture of Dhanush, titled Neek (Nilavukku En Mel Ennadi Kobam). Neek hit the big screens last month only, and now this movie is all set to get on the stage of Ott platforms. As it is furthering to make its digital debut, those who have not been able to grab the chance to watch the movie in theatres are eagerly waiting for it to make an appearance on the screen in their living rooms.

This romantic comedy is a representation of the unique style of Dhanush’s storytelling. Let’s take a sneak peek into the Dhanush directorial with the information of when and where to watch out for Neek (Nilavukku En Mel Ennadi Kobam) through this blog post!

Quick Rundown of the Movie

This Tamil-language movie is directed by Dhanush,...

When and where to watch Dhanush’s Neek on Ott?(Photo Credit –Facebook)

As a director, Dhanush’s Nilavuku Enmel Ennadi Kobam marks his third film, venturing into an entirely new territory, a Gen Z romantic comedy. This is uncharted ground for him, especially as a Gen X writer-director, creating an inherent generational gap. If you missed the film in theatres, it’s now heading to Ott. Find out where and when you can watch it in this article.

Plot

The protagonist, a chef, is struggling with heartbreak after a breakup. To help him move on, his parents arrange a marriage for him. However, his potential partner encourages him to attend his ex-girlfriend’s wedding to find closure. Will he finally get over his past love? Will he go through with the arranged marriage? Or will he and his ex rekindle their romance and elope? Watch the film to find out.

Neek Box Office Day 10 (Photo Credit – Instagram)

The Dhanush directorial Nilavuku Enmel Ennadi Kobam, aka Neek, was released with a lot of expectations at the box office on February 21, 2025. The film marks the actor-director’s third directorial venture after Pa Paandi and Raayan. However, the movie is struggling to mint numbers at the box office.

Neek Box Office Collection Day 10

On its 10th day, the day-wise collection of the Dhanush directorial was around 32 lakhs. This was a slight growth of around 3% since the movie had amassed 31 lakhs on its previous day. The total India net collection of the movie now comes to 7.12 crore.

Neek is turning out to be a disaster at the box office. Despite 10 days of its release, it still remains below 10 crores, which is not a good sign. Not only this, but by the looks of it, it might wrap up without even recovering half of its budget.

Neek Box Office Collection Day 7 ( Photo Credit – YouTube )

The Dhanush directorial Tamil coming-of-age romantic-comedy Nilavuku Enmel Ennadi Kobam, aka Neek is turning out to be a dismal affair at the box office. Even though the film has managed to cross 6 crores, it is showing all signs to be a disaster. Let us take a look at the box office performance of the movie on its 7th day.

Neek Box Office Collection Day 7

According to the early estimates in Sacnilk, on its 7th day, the Dhanush directorial earned around 64 lakhs*. Even though this was a good growth of 93%, the film is still showing no signs of a major improvement when it comes to the collections. The India net collection of the movie stands at 6.38 crores*.

Not only this but the movie’s 7-day India net collection is 89% behind Dhanush’s last directorial Raayan. For the unversed, Raayan amassed around 60 crores in...

Neek Box Office Collection Day 6 ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

The Dhanush directorial Tamil coming-of-age romantic-comedy Nilavuku Enmel Ennadi Kobam, aka Neek is struggling to mint numbers at the box office. The film is yet to cross even 6 crores, let alone recovering its moderate budget. Let us take a look at the box office collection of the film on its 6th day.

Neek Box Office Collection Day 6

On its 6th day, the day-wise collection of the film saw a further decline. According to the early estimates in Sacnilk, the Dhanush directorial earned 26 lakhs*. This was a further drop of around 23% as the movie had amassed 34 lakhs on its previous day. The day-wise collections have started remaining below 1 crore ever since the 4th day which is also alarming.

The total India net collection of Neek now comes to 5.67 crore*. The film is now inching towards 6 crores but there is little or no hope...

Neek Box Office Collection Day 2 (Photo Credit – Instagram)

The Dhanush directorial Tamil coming-of-age romantic-comedy Nilavuku En Me Ennadi Kobam, aka Neek, was released at the box office on February 21, 2025. On its second day, the film managed to witness a steady growth. Here is taking a look at the box office collection of the movie on its 2nd day.

Neek Box Office Collection Day 2

The Dhanush directorial opened at 1.15 crores at the box office. On its second day, the film managed to garner a good growth of around 56.52%. The movie attained 1.80 crores on its second day.

The total India net collection of Neek comes to 2.95 crores. The film is now inching towards 3 crores. While these numbers are steady, the film might do good with a considerable upward graph in the collection. It also opened to fairly positive reviews from the masses and the critics alike. Dhanush’s direction especially received a lot of praise.

Is Dhanush set to join H Vinoth’s next project (Photo Credit – Instagram)

H. Vinoth is presently working on Ilayathalapathy Vijay’s final film before the actor transitions into full-time politics. He seems to also have big plans to follow, with Dhanush lined up for his next venture.

In a recent interview with Kudumbam, Dragon editor Pradeep E. Raghav revealed that H. Vinoth and Dhanush had met and mutually agreed to collaborate on a project. He also shared that he was offered the role of editor for the film, accepted the opportunity, signed the contract, and received an advance payment.

Dhanush’s latest directorial venture, Nilavuku En Mel Ennadi Kobam, written and directed by him, is currently running in theaters to positive critical reception.

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Neek Review On X (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Dhanush’s directorial Nilavuku En Mel Ennadi Kobam, aka Neek, was released into the theatres on February 21, 2025. The movie marks his third directorial after Pa Paandi and Raayan. The fans caught the earliest show of the film in the theatres today and have been pouring in with their reviews on X.

Neek Review On X

One of the netizens stated, “Good fun, first half that is classy and free flowing so far. A totally opposite side of director D after Raayan. He showcases a middle-class guy who falls in love with an ultra-high-class girl. Production value, music, and Mathew Thomas’ one-liners.”

A user wrote, “The portrayal of love and friendship is so pure in the film.” While a netizen gave a 3.5 out of 5 rating to the film and said, “Director Dhanush is in fine form and has delivered a light-hearted fun film in Neek after Pa Paandi.

Attention all the Gen Z, it is time to hold onto your popcorn and heart both, as Neek has finally got switched on all other platforms. Nilavukku Enmel Ennadi Kobam, which is a Neek for short, is the latest directorial venture of multitalented superstar Dhanush. Its trailer made its appearance for the folks yesterday, which is going to be a generational treat for Gen Z, especially. So, let’s take a sneak peek into the trailer and uncover what it’s been covering all the way along.

What’s Cooking in the Neek Kitchen?

The trailer gives us a sneak peek into the lives of two couples who take a dip into the wild waters of love. The trailer of the Neek unfolds with a whirlwind of emotions, laughter, and plenty of oh-so-relatable moments, opening up a colorful world of love, where love is more than just a fairytale, a...

A Look At The Top Tamil Films Releasing On February 2025 (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Tamil cinema has had a great start this year with successful releases like Madha Gaja Raja and Kadhalikka Neramillai. February 2025 is all set with an exciting lineup of films. Here are five highly-anticipated Tamil films releasing next month.

1. Vidaamuyarchi

Vidaamuyarchi, directed by Magizh Thirumeni, is an action thriller starring Ajith Kumar, Trisha Krishnan, Arjun Sarja, Regina Cassandra, Arav, and Ramya Subramanian. The film will be released on February 6, 2025. The story follows a married couple. The wife gets kidnapped, and the husband must fight to rescue her. Anirudh Ravichander composed the music. This marks his reunion with Ajith after the 2017 film Vivegam.

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This romantic drama,...

Dhanush’s Nilavuku En Mel Ennadi Kobam Postponed To Avoid Clash With Ajith Kumar’s Vidaamuyarchi? (Photo Credit – Facebook)

Many of us are familiar with the butterfly effect concept, whether through movies, YouTube videos, or a class on chaos theory. A similar situation has unfolded with the Dhanush-directed Nilavuku En Mel Ennadi Kobam (Neek). Originally scheduled for release on February 7, 2025, the film’s plans were disrupted when makers of Ajith Kumar‘s Vidaamuyarchi decided to release their movie just a day earlier, on February 6, 2025.

Although both films belong to different genres, their competition would have undoubtedly been significant. Following the announcement of Vidaamuyarchi‘s new release date, the makers of Dhanush’s Nilavuku En Mel Ennadi Kobam (Neek) decided to postpone their film to February 21, 2025. This move was possibly aimed at avoiding direct competition during the initial release phase. Was this the right decision? Only time will tell.

With Love,...

The title is a powerful one that suggests a story of love, loss, and revenge. The phrase “Nilavukku Enmel Ennadi Kobam” literally translates to “What is the anger in the sky?” It is a poetic question that could be interpreted in many ways. It could be a reference to the anger of God, the anger of nature, or the anger of a person who has been wronged.

The film will star Pavish, Mathew Thomas, Priya Varrier, and Anikha Surendran. Pavish is a rising star in Tamil cinema, while Mathew Thomas is a popular actor in Malayalam cinema. Priya Varrier and Anikha Surendran are both popular actresses who have starred in several successful films.

The music for the film will be composed by Gv Prakash Kumar, one of the most popular composers in Tamil cinema. Gv Prakash Kumar has previously worked with Dhanush in several films, including Maari, Velai Illai Pillai,...

The audiences will be in for a visual treat this week, as the streaming platforms are all set to release a bunch of titles ranging from coming of age show to crime thriller which will definitely enthral the viewers.

From Dulquer Salmaan starrer ‘King of Kotha’, to Gulshan Devaiah and Drashti Dhami’s ‘Duranga’ season 2, here is a list of five titles on various Ott platforms that have caught the attention of Ians this week.

Duranga 2: ‘Duranga’ is an official adaptation of the Korean show, ‘Flower of Evil’. New mysteries brew and come to light as the characters of Gulshan Devaiah and Amit Sadh are engaged in an epic showdown to reclaim their identities in the new season.

The second season of the show will see the return of Gulshan, Drashti Dhami, Amit Sadh, Barkha Sen Gupta, Rajesh Khattar reprising their respective roles.

Spanning across eight episodes, ‘Duranga S...

The audiences will be in for a visual treat this week, as the streaming platforms are all set to release a bunch of titles ranging from coming of age show to crime thriller which will definitely enthral the viewers.

From Dulquer Salmaan starrer ‘King of Kotha’, to Gulshan Devaiah and Drashti Dhami’s ‘Duranga’ season 2, here is a list of five titles on various Ott platforms that have caught the attention of Ians this week.

Duranga 2: ‘Duranga’ is an official adaptation of the Korean show, ‘Flower of Evil’. New mysteries brew and come to light as the characters of Gulshan Devaiah and Amit Sadh are engaged in an epic showdown to reclaim their identities in the new season.

The second season of the show will see the return of Gulshan, Drashti Dhami, Amit Sadh, Barkha Sen Gupta, Rajesh Khattar reprising their respective roles.

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Malayalam star Dulquer Salmaan’s film ‘King of Kotha’ is all set to make its Ott debut in Hindi on October 20. The period gangster action thriller drama film directed by Abhilash Joshiy received mixed reviews from critics while also failing at the box office, earning Rs 38.80 crores in total collection against a budget of Rs 50 crore, majority of which came from Kerala.

‘King of Kotha’ was released on August 24 in theatres. It is a story of organised crime, gangster thrills, drama, romance, and revenge. The movie was produced by Dulquer under his own production banner.

The story revolves around Kannan, also known as Kannan bhai, who rules the town with his gang and illegal activities. A righteous circle inspector, Shahul Hassan, arrives and confronts Kannan, leading to his humiliation.

Seeking unconventional revenge, Shahul resurrects Raju, a once-notorious criminal who once ruled Kotha alongside Kannan.

Touted as a mammoth release, the...

Malayalam star Dulquer Salmaan’s film ‘King of Kotha’ is all set to make its Ott debut in Hindi on October 20. The period gangster action thriller drama film directed by Abhilash Joshiy received mixed reviews from critics while also failing at the box office, earning Rs 38.80 crores in total collection against a budget of Rs 50 crore, majority of which came from Kerala.

‘King of Kotha’ was released on August 24 in theatres. It is a story of organised crime, gangster thrills, drama, romance, and revenge. The movie was produced by Dulquer under his own production banner.

The story revolves around Kannan, also known as Kannan bhai, who rules the town with his gang and illegal activities. A righteous circle inspector, Shahul Hassan, arrives and confronts Kannan, leading to his humiliation.

Seeking unconventional revenge, Shahul resurrects Raju, a once-notorious criminal who once ruled Kotha alongside Kannan.

Touted as a mammoth release, the...

Dulquer Salmaan fans, rejoice! The much-awaited Ott release date of his latest movie King of Kotha has been officially announced by Disney+ Hotstar. The streaming platform shared the news on its social media handles on Monday, September 25, 2023. King of Kotha, which hit the theatres on August 24, 2023, ahead of Onam, will be available for streaming on Disney+ Hotstar from September 29, 2023.

King of Kotha is a gangster drama directed by Abhilash Joshiy and written by Dr. Randheer Krishnan. The movie features Dulquer Salmaan as Raju Madrasi, a former don who returns to his old turf, Kotha, after a long gap. He has to face his old rival Kannan (Chemban Vinod Jose) and a new enemy Kannan Bhai (Dancing Rose Shabeer), who have taken over the town with their illegal activities. Aishwarya Lekshmi plays the female lead as Raju’s love interest, while Gokul Suresh plays a police officer who narrates the story of Kotha.

The festive season of Onam has been a treat for Malayalam cinema lovers, as several big-budget and star-studded films hit the theatres. Among them, two films that stood out were Rdx and King of Kotha, both featuring Dulquer Salmaan in lead roles. While Rdx, an action thriller directed by debutant Nahas Hidayath, has already started streaming on Netflix from September 23, King of Kotha, a period gangster drama directed by Abhilash Joshiy, is all set to premiere on Disney+ Hotstar from September 28.

King of Kotha is arguably the first-ever Malayalam film to be made and promoted in line with the ongoing ‘pan-India’ trend. The film, which also stars Aishwarya Lekshmi, Nyla Usha, Shabeer Kallarakkal, Prasanna and Gokul Suresh in pivotal roles, entered the scene amid high expectations and promotional efforts, setting a new standard for Malayalam cinema. The film was released worldwide on August 24 and received mixed reviews from critics, but...

Malayalam cinema, also known as Mollywood, is one of the most vibrant and diverse film industries in India. Malayalam films are known for their realistic portrayal of social issues, cultural diversity, artistic experimentation, and technical excellence. In this article, we will look at the top 10 highest-grossing Malayalam films of all time, based on their worldwide collections.

10. Rdx (2023) Rdx Trailer

Rdx is a new action film of Antony Varghese, Neeraj Madhav, and Shane Nigam. It is directed by Nahas Hidayath and produced by Weekend Blockbusters. The film was released on 25 August 2023 and became a hit, grossing ₹65 crore (US$9 million) worldwide1. The film is about the life of three mysterious individuals who are involved in a series of heists and chases. The film features well-choreographed action sequences and a nunchak fight. The film has received positive reviews from critics and audiences alike.

9. Drishyam (2013)

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Actor Dulquer Salmaan, who is all set for the release of his action thriller film ‘King of Kotha’, shared his excitement as the trailer of the movie was played at New York’s Times Square, saying it’s a biggest tribute to Malayalam cinema.

‘King of Kotha’, Dulquer’s all-time high budget film, is produced by Wayfarer Films and Zee Studios and tells the story of two eras. It is the directorial debut of Abhilash Joshiy.

Earlier, the trailer of the movie was unveiled by Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan, and also by South legends Suriya, Mohanlal and Nagarjuna.

Dulquer took to Instagram and shared a Reel video, wherein we can see the glimpse of the trailer being featured at Times Square. People on the streets of New York can be seen cheering for the actor.

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Actor Dulquer Salmaan, who has been a part of several hit films, and has impressed masses with his acting skills, revealed that he always looks up to his father-the legendary star Mammootty as his ‘biggest inspiration’ in the industry, but despite that, he would never remake any of his father’s films.

Dulquer started his career as a business manager at a construction company in Dubai. However, his love for cinema and acting, made him leave the job and follow in his father’s footsteps.

During a live show on Roposo, which is the creator-driven live platform, when Dulquer was asked about his biggest inspiration, he revealed, “My father, Mammootty, is my greatest inspiration in the film industry.”

He further added that his father was the one who supported him when he decided to shift his career from being a business manager to being an actor.

However, when he was...

Dulquer Salmaan, the charming and versatile actor who has won the hearts of millions of fans across languages, is all set to entertain the audience with two big releases in the next two weeks. The actor, who has proved his mettle in Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu and Hindi films, will be seen in two different genres of films – a gangster action thriller and a comedy drama1

The first film to hit the screens is King of Kotha, which is releasing on August 24 in theatres. The film is directed by debutant Abhilash Joshiy and produced by Wayfarer Films and Zee Studios. The film features Dulquer Salmaan as Kotha Rajendran alias “Raju”, a footballer-turned-gangster who becomes a terror to his enemies in order to save his hometown Kotha and its people. The film also boasts of an ensemble cast of Shabeer Kallarakkal, Prasanna, Gokul Suresh, Aishwarya Lekshmi, Nyla Usha, Chemban Vinod Jose, Shammi Thilakan,...

Malayalam cinema is known for its rich and diverse genres, ranging from realistic dramas to thrilling mysteries. But one genre that never fails to attract the audience is action. In 2023, there are three action films that are creating a lot of buzz and anticipation among the fans. These are Rdx, Chaaver, and King of Kotha. Let us take a look at what makes these films so special and why you should not miss them.

Rdx: A Commercial Entertainer with Three Leads Rdx Trailer

Rdx is the debut film of director Nahas Hidayath. The film stars Shane Nigam, Antony Varghese, and Neeraj Madhav in the lead roles. The film is produced by Sophia Paul, who has backed some of the most acclaimed films in recent times, such as Bangalore Days, Munnariyippu, and Minnal Murali.

Rdx is an action comedy that revolves around three friends named Robert, Dony, and Xavier, who are...

Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan on Thursday unveiled the trailer of the action-thriller ‘King of Kotha’ trailer starring Dulquer Salmaan and said that he was looking forward to the movie as he found it impressive.

Shah Rukh took to X, formerly called Twitter, where he shared the link of the trailer and wrote: “Congratulations on the impressive #KOKTrailer, @dulQuer ! Looking forward to the movie. Big hug to you and wishing the entire team a big success!”

Apart from Shah Rukh, the trailer was also launched by South legends Suriya, Mohanlal and Nagarjuna.

‘King of Kotha’ is an action thriller film and directorial debut of Abhilash Joshiy. It also stars Shabeer Kallarakkal, Prasanna, Gokul Suresh, Aishwarya Lekshmi, Nyla Usha, Chemban Vinod Jose, Shammi Thilakan, Saran and Anikha Surendran.

Dulquer, who also shines as a singer and producer, has now carved a niche for himself in Tamil, Telugu and Hindi cinema.

‘King of Kotha...

The much-awaited trailer of Dulquer Salmaan’s upcoming film King of Kotha, which was supposed to be released on August 9, has been postponed as a mark of respect to the late filmmaker Siddique, who passed away on August 8 due to a heart attack. Siddique was a renowned Malayalam director who had worked with many stars, including Mohanlal, who has a cameo appearance in Rajinikanth’s Jailer12

King of Kotha is directed by Abhilash Joshiy and produced by Wayfarer Films and M Star Entertainments. It is said to be a gangster drama and a dream project for Dulquer Salmaan, who has been friends with Abhilash since childhood. The film also stars Aishwarya Lekshmi, Dancing Rose Shabeer, Prasanna, Nyla Usha, Chemban Vinod, Gokul Suresh, Shammi Thilakan, Shanthi Krishna, Vada Chennai Saran, and Anikha Surendran in important roles. The music is composed by Jakes Bejoy4

King of Kotha Teaser

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The upcoming Malayalam action thriller King of Kotha, starring Dulquer Salmaan in the lead role, has created a lot of buzz among the fans with its intriguing teaser and motion poster. The film, directed by debutant Abhilash Joshiy, is expected to hit the screens this Onam and break all the box office records.

Now, the makers have revealed that the trailer of the film will be released soon and it will be edited by none other than Ruben, who is a prominent editor in Tamil and Telugu films.

Ruben is known for his work in blockbuster films like Theri, Mersal, Viswasam, Vivegam, and Pushpa: The Rise. He has also won several awards for his editing skills, including the Filmfare Award for Best Editor – Tamil for Theri. This is the first time Ruben is working in a Malayalam film and he has reportedly delivered a magnificent trailer cut for King of Kotha.

King of Kotha: What You Need to Know About the Reshoots

King of Kotha is one of the most anticipated Malayalam films of 2023, featuring Dulquer Salmaan in the lead role of a gangster. The film is directed by Abhilash Joshiy, who is making his debut as a director. The film also stars Shabeer Kallarakkal, Prasanna, Gokul Suresh, Aishwarya Lekshmi, Nyla Usha, Chemban Vinod Jose, Shammi Thilakan, Saran and Anikha Surendran in pivotal roles. The film is produced by Wayfarer Films and Zee Studios and is scheduled to release worldwide on 24 August 2023 during Onam.

However, the film has been undergoing some reshoots recently, which has raised some curiosity among the fans and the media. According to Ab George, a film journalist, the reshoots are not a complete overhaul of the film, but rather a patch shoot for around 2 to 3 hours. He also clarified that Dulquer Salmaan is not part of this...

Dhanush, the versatile actor who has impressed the audience with his diverse roles in films like Maaran, Naane Vaaruvean and Thiruchitrambalam, is all set to star in his 50th film, which is a gangster drama produced by Sun Pictures. The film, tentatively titled D50, was announced by the production house on few weeks back.

The film has already generated a lot of buzz among the fans and the media, as it marks Dhanush’s second collaboration with Sun Pictures after the blockbuster hit Thiruchitrabalam. The film also features some of the popular actors from the Tamil and Malayalam film industries, such as Sj Suryah, Vishnu Vishal, Aishwarya Lekshmi and Nivetha Pethuraj.

The latest addition to the star-studded cast is Anikha Surendran, who is a well-known child actress in Malayalam and Tamil films. Anikha has been roped in to play a pivotal role in D50, according to a tweet by Sun...

The first single from the much-awaited Malayalam film King of Kotha, starring Dulquer Salmaan and Aishwarya Lekshmi, is all set to release tomorrow at 6 Pm on Sony Music South’s YouTube channel. The song, titled “Kalapakkaara”, is a peppy dance number sung by Shreya Ghoshal and Benny Dayal, with music composed by Jakes Bejoy and lyrics written by Harinarayanan Bk.

The makers of the film have released a teaser of the song today, which features Dulquer Salmaan and Ritika Singh in a glamorous avatar. The teaser also hints at the colourful and vibrant setting of the film, which is directed by Abhilash Joshiy, son of veteran filmmaker Joshiy.

King of Kotha First Single Teaser

King of Kotha is an action thriller that revolves around the life of Kotha Rajendran, a gangster who rules over a fictional town. Dulquer Salmaan plays the role of Kotha Rajendran, while Aishwarya Lekshmi plays his love interest Tara.

The much-awaited first single from Dulquer Salmaan’s upcoming action thriller King of Kotha, titled Kalapakkara, will be released on July 28. The makers of the film announced the news on social media with a poster featuring Dulquer Salmaan in a stylish avatar. The song is composed by Jakes Bejoy and sung by Benny Dayal and Antony Dasan. The lyrics are penned by Manu Manjith.

King of Kotha, directed by Abhilash Joshiy, marks the directorial debut of the son of veteran filmmaker Joshiy. The film is produced by Wayfarer Films and Zee Studios. The film also stars Aishwarya Lekshmi, Gokul Suresh, Prasanna, Shabeer Kallarakkal, Nyla Usha, Chemban Vinod Jose, Shammi Thilakan, Anikha Surendran and others in pivotal roles.

King of Kotha Teaser

The film is said to be a gangster drama set in a fictional town. Dulquer Salmaan plays the role of Kotha Rajendran, a notorious don who is torn between...

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KollywoodThe film titled ‘Veeran’, produced by Tg Thyagarajan’s Sathya Jyothi Films, marks the third collaboration between Adhi and the production house. After playing a dual role in Anbarivu (2022), Hip Hop Tamizha fame Adhi is gearing up for the release of his next – a superhero film titled Veeran. Ark Saravan, who made his directorial debut in 2017 with Maragadha Naanayam, has written and directed the film which will hit theatres on June 2. The film’s teaser, which was released on May 20, garnered over 6.7 million views and trended at number one on Youtube. Veeran, produced by Tg Thyagarajan’s Sathya Jyothi Films, marks the third collaboration between Adhi and the production house. Sathya Jyothi Films has previously produced two of Adhi’s films – Anbarivu (2022) and Sivakumarin Sabadham (2021). Apart from playing the superhero, Adhi has also done the music for the film including background score. A promotional song featuring Adhi and Anirudh Ravichander...

Los Angeles, Jan 15 (Ians) A galaxy of stars feature in a 16-strong Telugu-language film slate that will bow on Netflix after their theatrical release, reports ‘Variety’. Several of the titles will also be made available on the service in Tamil, Malayalam and Kannada as well.

Mahesh Babu headlines Haarika & Hassine Creations’ project known at present as ‘SSMB28’, directed by Trivikram Srinivas and co-starring Pooja Hegde.

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‘Baahubali’ star Anushka Shetty leads Uv Creations’ production No. 14, directed by Mahesh Babu P. and co-starring Naveen Polishetty, and Netflix will also stream the company’s untitled film, which is actor Kartikeya Gummakonda’s eighth, directed by Prashanth Reddy.

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A galaxy of stars feature in a 16-strong Telugu-language film slate that will bow on Netflix after their theatrical release.

Netflix revealed the titles on Jan. 14, the day celebrated in many parts of India as the Sankranti or Pongal harvest festival, which is also a period when big ticket films release. Several of the titles will also be made available on the service in the Tamil, Malayalam and Kannada languages.

Mahesh Babu headlines Haarika & Hassine Creations’ project known currently as “SSMB28,” directed by Trivikram Srinivas and costarring Pooja Hegde. Megastar Chiranjeevi, whose “Waltair Veerayya” is currently in cinemas, stars in Ak Entertainments’ “Bhola Shankar,” directed by Meher Ramesh and costarring Tamannaah Bhatia and Keerthy Suresh.

“Baahubali” star Anushka Shetty leads Uv Creations’ production no. 14, directed by Mahesh Babu P. and costarring Naveen Polishetty, and Netflix will also stream the company’s untitled film, which is actor Kartikeya Gummakonda’s eighth,...

ReviewWhile director Praveen Sattaru’s ‘The Ghost’ has some slick action sequences, there is no compelling story, which is made worse by a contrived screenplay.Balakrishna GaneshanScreenshot/YouTubeNagarjuna’s The Ghost competed at the box-office with megastar Chiranjeevi’s Godfather, a remake of the Malayalam film Lucifer. But director Praveen Sattaru’s The Ghost is not completely an original film either. It is a mix of many Hollywood films, particularly Avengers: Endgame and John Wick. The tragedy of replicating scenes from these films is that both are super popular and audiences can spot them easily. Nagarjuna plays Vikram, an Interpol officer who is an excellent marksman. His daily work involves gunning down criminals. Priya (Sonal Chauhan) is his colleague and girlfriend. The duo eliminates criminals with perfect headshots – like it’s a video game. After situations force Vikram to retire, his anger, triggered by past trauma, ruins his relationship with Priya and they break up.

Actress Sonal Chauhan is super excited about sharing screen space with Tollywood star Nagarjuna in his forthcoming power packed action-thriller ‘The Ghost’. Sonal took to her social media profile and shared a Behind The Scenes (BTS) video featuring herself and Nagarjuna undergoing weapons’ training.

The BTS video has interesting visuals of them prepping for the action scenes and holding some heavy guns, which definitely piques our interest.

Recently, Sonal had got injured on the sets but was undeterred. The actress had a fracture during her Mma training and was told to avoid any training/action scenes for a couple of weeks but despite that, she continued shooting.

‘The Ghost’, is written and directed by Praveen Sattaru. The film also stars Gul Panag, Anikha Surendran, Manish Chaudhari, Ravi Varma and Srikanth Iyengar. The film is slated to release on October 5, 2022.

Apart from ‘The Ghost’, Sonal Chauhan is also busy with yet another massive project,...

Chennai, Sep 17 (Ians) The makers of director Praveen Sattaru’s action thriller ‘The Ghost’, featuring Telugu superstar Akkineni Nagarjuna in the lead, have now released the first single from the film, titled ‘Vegam’.

The romantic number, featuring Nagarjuna and Sonal Chauhan, has high retention value, thanks to its mellifluous music.

The chemistry between the two actors in the song is sparkling. The duo of Bharath and Saurab has scored this soothing melody with a romantic feel.

Singers Kapil Kapilan and Ramya Behara seem to have breathed life into the number with their vocals. Krishna Madineni impresses with his conversational style lyrics.

Suniel Narang, in association with Puskur Ram Mohan Rao, and Sharrath Marar is producing ‘The Ghost’ on a lavish scale under the banners of Sree Venkateshwara Cinemas Llp and Northstar Entertainment.

Mukesh G and Brahma Kadali are the cinematographer and art director, respectively, while Dinesh Subbarayan and Kaecha have choreographed the stunts.

The makers of director Praveen Sattaru’s action thriller ‘The Ghost’, featuring Telugu superstar Akkineni Nagarjuna in the lead, have now released the first single from the film, titled ‘Vegam’.

The romantic number, featuring Nagarjuna and Sonal Chauhan, has high retention value, thanks to its mellifluous music.

The chemistry between the two actors in the song is sparkling. The duo of Bharath and Saurab has scored this soothing melody with a romantic feel.

Singers Kapil Kapilan and Ramya Behara seem to have breathed life into the number with their vocals. Krishna Madineni impresses with his conversational style lyrics.

Suniel Narang, in association with Puskur Ram Mohan Rao, and Sharrath Marar is producing ‘The Ghost’ on a lavish scale under the banners of Sree Venkateshwara Cinemas Llp and Northstar Entertainment.

Mukesh G and Brahma Kadali are the cinematographer and art director, respectively, while Dinesh Subbarayan and Kaecha have choreographed the stunts.

‘King’ Akkineni Nagarjuna’s highly anticipated film ‘The Ghost’ under the direction of Praveen Sattaru is generating a buzz with Tamahagane.

The theatrical trailer that followed is receiving overwhelming response. Clocking 9 million views, the trailer has got over 200K likes, and is still trending on YouTube.

On Monday, wishing Nagarjuna on his birthday, the makers released a new poster. With the priced metal ‘Tamahagane’ in his hand, Nagarjuna can be seen sitting in a chair and giving stern gaze. The perfect birthday poster on the occasion from the film which is billed to be an action thriller with a novel concept.

Tamahagane is Nagarjuna’s weapon in the movie and the glimpse of the same got exceptional response too.

Sonal Chauhan plays the leading lady opposite Nagarjuna in the movie where both are Interpol officers. The film also features Gul Panag and Anikha Surendran in vital roles.

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Telugu superstar Nagarjuna on Thursday disclosed that the term ‘Tamahagane’, which appears in his upcoming film ‘The Ghost’ and has triggered a lot of interest among netizens, actually referred to a legendary metal that was used to make swords for the fiercest of warriors.

Northstar Entertainment, the production house making ‘The Ghost’, had posed a question on social media, asking netizens if they knew what ‘Tamahagane’ was. It was a part of its efforts to promote the film, which is being released on an Ott platform.

Nagarjuna amplified the question posed by the production house. “What is Tamahagane? Can you guess?” he asked.

The question caught the attention of scores of fans and film buffs who tried to find out what the term meant. Not many had the answer, though. The promotional measure worked and the question kindled the curiosity of netizens.

On Thursday, Nagarjuna chose to give away the answer.

Telugu superstar Nagarjuna on Thursday disclosed that the term ‘Tamahagane’ actually referred to a legendary metal that was used to make swords for the fiercest of warriors.

Recently, Northstar Entertainment, the production house producing Nagarjuna’s upcoming film, ‘The Ghost’, had asked a question on social media, asking netizens if they knew what ‘Tamahagane’ was as part of its efforts to promote the film.

Nagarjuna too had reiterated the question posed by the production house, saying, “What is Tamahagane?? Can you guess?”

The question caught the attention of scores of fans and film buffs who tried to find out what the term meant. However, not many could succeed. The promotional measure worked and the question kindled the curiosity of netizens.

On Thursday, Nagarjuna chose to give away the answer. He disclosed, “#Tamahagane!! A legendary metal for the Katana of the fiercest of warriors through the ages. Now in the hands...

TollywoodDirected by Praveen Sattaru, the movie is touted to be an action thriller.Tnm StaffOn the occasion of Tollywood actor Nagarjuna’s birthday on Sunday, August 29, the title and first look of his upcoming movie with director Praveen Sattaru was released by the makers. Titled The Ghost, the makers revealed that the movie is an action thriller. Nagarjuna turned 62 on Sunday. The poster of The Ghost shows Nagarjuna standing with a blood-drenched sword in his hand and an intense look on his face while many are seen bowing down before him looking frightened and seemingly begging him to stop. In the background is the Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament and the River Thames, indicating that the scene is set in London. According to sources, the film also features Kajal Aggarwal in a meaty role. Gul Panag and Anikha Surendran are other prominent actors in the cast. The movie is...

Tamil star Vijay Sethupathi announced that he will release the second track of upcoming drama "Maamanithan" on Friday. The actor uploaded the poster of the track on his social media account on Thursday.

The first track of the film "Thattiputta" was release earlier this year. The second track has been titled "Ye Rasa", which is brings back legendary music composer Ilaiyraja and his son Yuvan Shankar Raja

Vijay took to Instagram to share the poster, where he is seen in a pensive mood as he looked over a scenic view of the lake. He captioned the image as: " 'Ye Rasa' - Second Single from #mmaamanidhan. Song video featuring @itsyuvan. Releasing tomorrow at 11.30am. Maestro #ilaiyaraj & Young Maestro #Yuvan musical.

After the success of the first track, Yuvaan too looks thrilled for the second one, as he uploaded the same poster on his Instagram page to make the announcement.

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Social mediaFrom slut shaming to colourism and threats of sexual violence, the social media pages of teen celebrities abound with abuse. Saradha UFacebook & InstagramA few days ago, Esther Anil, who essayed the role of Mohanlal’s daughter in popular Malayalam movie Drishyam and its sequel Drishyam 2, was at the receiving end of moral policing online. An Instagram user attempted to taunt the 19-year-old actor for her choice of clothes. "Now you are qualified to act in Hindi cinema. You should also show the skill to act in English films,” the user wrote, commenting on pictures posted by Esther that were taken at a party she attended in Bengaluru. Not to be cowed down, Esther replied to the comment saying “Who are you, sir, to decide my qualifications?” Many users appreciated her reply and supported her. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Esther Anil (@_estheranil) This is not an isolated instance.

Film festivalThe Kannada ‘Pinki Elli’ is another movie from the south that will be screened at the nine-day film gala.Digital NativeDigital NativeThis year, the International Film Festival of India, Goa (Iffi) will be held from January 16 to 24. The 51st Iffi was previously scheduled to take place from November 20-28. However, it got postponed due to the coronavirus pandemic. This year, 20 non-feature and 23 feature films will be screened as part of the Indian Panorama section at the nine-day film gala. On Saturday, Minister of Information and Broadcasting Prakash Javadekar tweeted: “Happy to announce the selection of 23 feature and 20 non-feature films in Indian Panorama of 51st Iffi.” Saand Ki Aankh, directed by Tushar Hiranandani and featuring Taapsee Pannu and Bhumi Pednekar, will be the opening movie for the Panorama section at the festival, which will also see the screening of Dhanush-Vetrimaaran’s Asuran, Fahadh Faasil starrer Trance, a Kannada film titled...

EntertainmentRamya Krishnan who plays the lead in it revealed the she is looking forward to the second season of the hit series.Digital NativeDirected by Gautham Vasudev Menon along with Prasath Murugesan, the web series Queen received favourable reviews when it was released last year. It was based on former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and actor J Jayalalithaa. Released on Mx Player, Queen was written by Reshma Ghatala and starred Ramya Krishnan, Anikha Surendran, and Anjana Jayaprakash in the titular role, in addition to Indrajith Sukumaran, Sonia Aggarwal, and Vamsi Krishna. The web series has now won the Best Original Series at Singapore’s Asian Acadamy creative awards. Ramya Krishanan took to her social networking page to express her happiness on the web series winning an award. Ramya also revealed the she is looking forward to begin filming for the second season of the hit series. Sharing the news the actor wrote,...

TOLLYWOODThe Malayalam film ‘Kappela’ was directed by Musthafa, and had Anna Ben and Roshan Mathew in the lead. Digital NativeDigital NativeSithara Entertainments, which recently bagged the Telugu remake rights of Malayalam film Ayyappanum Koshiyum, also obtained the rights for the remake of Malayalam romantic thriller Kappela. The announcement was made in July, and it was initially rumoured that Anna Ben, who played the original lead role, would reprise her character in the remake as well. However, the latest update is that 16-year-old Anikha Surendran, who started her career as a child actor and starred in films such as Yennai Arindhaal and Viswasam, has been signed for the Telugu version of the remake. This project marks Anikha’s Tollywood debut, as well as her debut as a lead actor. The casting for the remakes of Ayyappanum Koshiyum and Kappela are yet to be finalised. However, rumours suggest that Nandamuri Balakrishna and...

From #JantaCurfew to 21 days lockdown, time is definitely moving very slowly these days. Our routine is less of a routine and revolves around sleep, eat and ?Wfh? which easily also translates to work from home, work at home and then of course ? watch at home.?

We have a list of premium quality shows you can binge for free! From regional narratives to spine-chilling thrillers, relationship sagas to revenge dramas or even coming of age stories - ?this list has it all:

1.?Queen?- Directed by the National Award winner Gautham Vasudev Menon and Prasath Murugesan, this series brings to life the story of Shakthi Sheshadri. Reluctant actress, reluctant politician and a non-conformist until the very end - She was destiny?s child who rose from the ashes like a phoenix to rule the state as its youngest female chief minister. Inspired by true events, this series is headlined by Ramya Krishnan...

Having washed their hands off all claims to being a Jayalalithaa bio-pic, this web series, with as many dips curves highs and lows as the real character's life, can safely be assumed to take some interesting flights of fancy, even while putting on screen enough meat from the true mart to keep the consumer sniffing and admiring the offering on display.

"Queen" opens with Lillete Dubey doing a "Rendezvous With Jayalalithaa" styled interview with an actress-turned-politician named Shakthi Seshadri.

As ?errrr, Shakthi, Ramya Krishnan hits the right notes from the outset. She conveys all the gravitas, dignity and obstinacy of the original without trying look like the lady who lorded over Tamil hearts and minds for decades.

The series has some terrific moments from the protagonist's childhood where the troubled relationship of little Shakthi (played beautifully by Anikha Surendran) with her mother is captured in scenes that convey plenty without...