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Who Is In Talks To Direct Nagarjuna Akkineni’s 100th Film? ( Photo Credit – Facebook )

King Nagarjuna Akkineni has entertained audiences for over two decades and is still considered the most versatile and fit actor in the Telugu film industry. He is all set to feature in his 100th film and join Chiranjeevi and Balakrishna as the actors who have already completed this milestone.

Nagarjuna last featured as the main lead in the 2024 Naa Saami Ranga film, which is a period action drama directed by choreographer Vijay Binni, in his directorial debut. It is an official adaptation of the 2019 Malayalam-language film Porinju Mariam Jose, starring Allari Naresh and Raj Tarun alongside Nagarjuna.

Last year, during Naa Saami Ranga’s success party, Nagarjuna revealed that his next movie will be released during Sankranti 2025. Interestingly the film was supposed to clash with Chiranjeevi‘s Vishwambhara, slated for the same release slot in 2025. However,...

Nagarjuna Rejects Role in Superstar’s Film ( Photo Credit – Facebook; Wikimedia )

Veteran Tollywood actor Akkineni Nagarjuna has always chosen to avoid negative roles and prefers to play positive characters. This decision is based on his desire to maintain a positive image and appeal to his loyal fan base.

One notable instance was when Nagarjuna was considered for the role of Arvind Swamy in Dhruva, the Telugu remake of the Tamil film Thani Oruvan, starring Ram Charan. Director Surender Reddy approached Nagarjuna with the idea of playing a stylish villain with a unique portrayal. However, Nagarjuna turned down the offer, staying true to his preference for positive roles.

Similarly, a few days back, director Lokesh Kanagaraj reportedly offered Nagarjuna a negative role in the upcoming film Coolie, starring superstar Rajinikanth. Despite the high-profile nature of the project, Nagarjuna chose to decline the role, sticking to his long-held stance. His decision is heavily influenced by his fans,...

Maharaja Trailer Review, Aa Okkati Adakku On Ott, Somy Ali On Online Trolls – Top Trending News Update ( Photo Credit – IMDb )

Stay informed about the latest happenings in the entertainment world with a quick update. Today’s news wrap includes the breakup of Malaika Arora and Arjun Kapoor, insights from Salman Khan’s ex, Somy Ali, on dealing with online trolls, the release of a documentary on the iconic duo Salim-Javed, Kartik Aaryan’s appreciation for his producer Sajid Nadiadwala, a review of Vijay Sethupathi’s Maharaja trailer, a teaser review of Auron Mein Kaha Dum Tha, and a comprehensive look at other new releases, trailers, and more!

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Ajay Devgn and Tabu Reunite for Timeless Love Story in “Auron Mein Kaha Dum Tha” Teaser

The first glimpse of the highly anticipated film “Auron Mein Kaha Dum Tha” is here!

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Allari Naresh is well-known for his comedic roles actor is all set to be soon seen in a serious role in his next movie Bachchala Malli. The film is directed by Subbu Mangadevvi and is produced by Razesh Danda and Balaji Gutta under the Hasya Movies banner. The first look poster of the movie was revealed recently and caught everyone’s attention.

About Allari Naresh Role

In the poster Allari Naresh has appeared in a tough look with messy hair and an unkempt beard. He sits on a rickshaw with smoking a cigarette and with a serious expression in his eyes. He wore sacred threads around his neck and hand. In the background there’s a carnival with fireworks and people dressed as fierce gods. This suggests that Bachchala Malli will be an intense action movie.

Amritha Aiyer plays the female lead in the film and the movie also stars Rohini,...

Hyderabad, May 31 (Ians) Allari Naresh’s Telugu action thriller Ugram will be streamed on Ott platform on June 2.

Prime Video on Wednesday announced the exclusive global streaming premiere of the

Directed by Vijay Kanakamedala and produced by Sahu Garapati and Harish Peddi, the film features Allari Naresh, Mirnaa Menon, Indraja and Sharath Lohitashwa in the lead roles.

Ugram will exclusively stream in India and across 240 countries and territories worldwide on June 2, Prime Video said.

Ugram which was the first collaboration between Allari Naresh and Vijay Kanakamedala after the 2021 hit Naandhi was released in theatres on May 5. Though the film has not done well on the box-office, Naresh’s performance has come in for praise.

Ugram presents an enthralling action-drama that revolves around Ci Shiva Kumar (Allari Naresh), a determined police officer, who delves into the investigation of a series of missing persons in Warangal. However, Shiva’s personal life takes...

Hyderabad, May 16 (Ians) Young actor Nikhil Siddhartha, whose much awaited movie ‘Spy’ is set to be released next month, said on Tuesday that he received an invitation to meet Union Home Minister Amit Shah but he did not meet him as he wanted to stay away from politics ahead of the film’s release.

He, however, thanked Amit Shah for inviting him.

‘Spy’ teaser released on Monday has created an excitement in the industry amid reports that the movie is about the mystery behind death of freedom fighter Netaji Subhash Chandrase Bose.

The teaser was launched by Nikhil and other members of the movie on Monday at the iconic Subhash Chandrase Bose statue at India Gate in New Delhi.

Ishwarya Menon, who has paired with Nikhil as the female lead, and other members of the cast of pan-India movie were present during the launch.

Nikhil clarified that the stories of...

New Delhi, May 15 (Ians) Teaser of ‘Spy’ starring Nikhil Siddhartha was launched on Monday at the iconic Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose statue at India Gate here.

Ishwarya Menon, who has paired with Nikhil as the female lead, and other members of the cast of pan-India movie were present during the launch.

The teaser of the much-awaited movie is scheduled to be released online in all major languages at 5:04 p.m. on Monday.

This is claimed to be the first-ever movie teaser to be launched at the iconic landmark at Kartavya Path.

The venue was selected for the launch as the movie is said to be based on the hidden story of Subhash Chandra Bose, who gave the slogan ‘Give me blood and I shall give you freedom’.

A promo of the teaser event says that Kartavya Path is the symbol of resilience, courage, determination and Subhas Chadra Bose.

‘Spy...

Hyderabad, Feb 22 (Ians) Tollywood actor Allari Naresh on Wednesday launched the teaser of his upcoming movie Ugram.

After the big hit ‘Naandhi’, Naresh and director Vijay Kanakamedala have teamed up again.

The makers who are planning to release the movie in the summer kick-started the promotions by releasing the teaser.

The teaser begins on an interesting note with Naresh making his entry as a cop and bashing lawbreakers in a jungle. The villain warns him saying: “Vanti Meeda Uniform Undane Kadha Ee Pogarua Ee Roju NeedeaNaako Rojosthundia (All your arrogance is because of the uniform. Today is your day. I’ll have my day one day.)”

Naresh gives a strong reply saying: “Naadi Kaani Roju Kooda Nenilaage Nilabadutha Ardhamayinda”

The cop turns more aggressive and shows his fury when his family is targeted. Vijay Kanakamedala presented Allari Naresh’s character in a new yet intense manner. As a sincere police officer,...

Hyderabad, Feb 22 (Ians) Tollywood actor Allari Naresh on Wednesday launched the teaser of his upcoming movie Ugram.

After the big hit ‘Naandhi’, Naresh and director Vijay Kanakamedala have teamed up again.

The makers who are planning to release the movie in the summer kick-started the promotions by releasing the teaser.

The teaser begins on an interesting note with Naresh making his entry as a cop and bashing lawbreakers in a jungle. The villain warns him saying: “Vanti Meeda Uniform Undane Kadha Ee Pogarua Ee Roju NeedeaNaako Rojosthundia (All your arrogance is because of the uniform. Today is your day. I’ll have my day one day.)”

Naresh gives a strong reply saying: “Naadi Kaani Roju Kooda Nenilaage Nilabadutha Ardhamayinda”

The cop turns more aggressive and shows his fury when his family is targeted. Vijay Kanakamedala presented Allari Naresh’s character in a new yet intense manner. As a sincere police officer,...

DeathTaraka Ratna suffered a cardiac arrest during a political event in Andhra Pradesh’s Kuppam on January 23, and had been under treatment ever since.PhotoCredit/IANSTelugu actor and politician Nandamuri Taraka Ratna is no more. The 39-year-old actor, who was affiliated with the Telugu Desam Party (Tdp), breathed his last in Bengaluru on February 18, Saturday. He had been under treatment in Bengaluru for nearly 23 days after a cardiac arrest last month. He is the grandson of the erstwhile Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao, who was a legendary actor in the Telugu film industry. On January 23, Taraka Ratna suffered a cardiac arrest and collapsed at Kuppam in Chittoor district of Andhra Pradesh, while he was attending the launch of Tdp general secretary Nara Lokesh’s Padayatra. After receiving initial aid at a local hospital, he was shifted to the Narayana Hrudalaya Hospital in Bengaluru via road the next day for better treatment.

The unit of director A R Mohan’s ‘Itlu Maredumilli Prajaneekam’, featuring Telugu actor Allari Naresh in the lead, has released the theatrical trailer of the film. Interestingly, the entire unit of the film, including actor Allari Naresh, chose to release the trailer at Maredumilli, a scenic village in the Alluri Sitarama Raju district of Andhra Pradesh.

‘Itlu Maredumulli Prajaneekam’ will be a remarkably different film in the career of Allari Naresh, who plays a government officer visiting the tribal area as an election officer.

The trailer shows a government official, along with his team reaching Maredumilli, which is in a remote place in the hills, to conduct elections there.

The entire state is awaiting the elections. Under these circumstances, the government officer gets to know the actual problems of the people over there.

He realises that they don’t have access to even basic amenities and gets to know...

Multi-faceted Tollywood star who’s known for his grip on comedy, Allari Naresh’s latest release is set for a November release. The makers on Thursday announced the release date of the movie. ‘Itlu Maredumilli Prajaneekam’ will be hitting the screens worldwide on November 11.

The announcement poster shows Naresh, along with his colleagues and police officials, walking in the tribal area.

‘Itlu Maredumilli Prajaneekam’ helmed by A.R. Mohan is currently in the post-production stages.

The film has garnered a buzz in film circles, following the positive response to the teaser. The video that unveiled the storyline of the movie presented Allari Naresh in an intense character as a government official who is sent on election duty in the tribal area- of Maredumulli where he faces many challenges.

Razesh Danda of Hasya Movies is producing the movie, in association with Zee Studios.

Anandhi is the leading lady in the movie, where Vennela Kishore,...

Versatile Telugu actor Sree Vishnu’s next film, which is being directed by Ram Abbaraju, who proved his mettle with the hilarious family entertainer ‘Vivaha Bhojanambu’, officially went on floors on Sunday with a grand pooja ceremony.

Billed to be a complete fun-filled family entertainer, the story for the untitled movie is by Bhanu Bogavarapu while its dialogues are by Nandu Savirigana.

The launching ceremony was attended by a host of celebrities including Anil Sunkara, V I Anand, Nara Rohit, Vijay Kanakamedala and A R Mohan.

Nara Rohit sounded the clapboard for the muhurtham shot. Sources say the film’s regular shoot will commence soon.

Gopi Sundar is to score the music of this film, which will have cinematography by Raam Reddy. Chota K Prasad is the editor and Brahma Kadali is the art director.

The yet-to-be-titled film is being produced by Hasya Movies in association with A K Entertainments...

Work on director Vijay Kanakamedala’s Telugu film ‘Ugram’, featuring actors Allari Naresh and Mirnaa in the lead, began on Monday. The unit of the film made the announcement that the project had commenced through a video clip that showed a close-up of Allari Naresh with his face blackened. The actor, in the clip, appears to be searching for someone or something.

This is the second time that Vijay Kanakamedala is collaborating with Allari Naresh. As the first look and the title suggests, Allari Naresh plays a ferocious character in ‘Ugram’.

The film is the fifth project of producers Sahu Garapati and Harish Peddi’s Shine Screens, which is known for having made several interesting projects such as ‘Krishnarjuna Yuddham’, ‘Majili’ and ‘Tuck Jagadish’.

Toom Venkat has written the story, while Abburi Ravi has penned the dialogues. Sid takes care of the film’s cinematography, while Sricharan Pakala provides its music.

Actress Mirnaa will play the female lead in director Vijay Kanakamedala’s upcoming Telugu film titled ‘Ugram’, its makers announced on Saturday. ‘Ugram’ will be Mirnaa’s second Telugu film. The actress is known for her roles in Tamil and Malayalam movies including Mohanlal’s ‘Big Brother’.

The film, which features Telugu star Allari Naresh in the lead, has triggered huge expectations as this is the second time that Allari Naresh and director Vijay Kanakamedala will be working together. Vijay Kanakamedala had impressed big time with his writing in first film ‘Naandhi’, which featured Allari Naresh in the lead. Sources say he has now penned yet another intriguing script in which he will be showing Allari Naresh in an intense character.

The first look poster of the film, which was released recently, had Allari Naresh looking ferocious with injuries all over his body.

‘Ugram’ is being produced by Sahu Garapati...

Allari Naresh, one of the seasoned actors in Telugu, was last seen in ‘Naandi’. The actor will next be seen in the movie titled ‘Itlu Maredumilli Prajaneekam’. ‘Itlu Maredumilli Prajaneekam’ marks Naresh’s 59th movie and is billed to be a story based on forest dwellers. An intriguing poster was unveiled by the makers, which features […]...

TollywoodSeetharama Sastry, who passed away on November 30 at the age of 66 due to lung-related ailments, penned over 3,000 songs in a career spanning more than 35 years.Tnm StaffTwitter/KeerthySureshThe Telugu film industry lost a literary gem when noted lyricist Sirivennela Seetharama Sastry passed away on Tuesday, November 30. The 66-year-old had been admitted in a private hospital in Hyderabad for lung-related ailments. In a career spanning more than 35 years, Seetharama Sastry penned over 3,000 songs and won accolades for his literary prowess. Among his songs are recent hits like ‘Dosti’ from Rrr and ‘Samajavaragamana’ from Ala Vaikunthapurramuloo to old classics like ‘Vidhatha Talapuna’ from Sirivennela and ‘Andela Ravali’ from Swarnakamalam among others. Seetharama Sastry’s lyrics were popular because they touched the audience’s hearts and minds alike. He remained unparalleled in penning songs in almost all genres from emotional to intellectual and love songs. His lyrics were enjoyed by laymen and literary people alike.

TollywoodMahesh Babu will celebrate his 46th birthday on Monday, August 9.Tnm StaffOn the occasion of actor Mahesh Babu’s birthday on August 9, some of the top Tollywood directors, producers and actors would be coming together to speak about him on Twitter Spaces scheduled on Monday at 7.02 pm. Fans can also ask their questions for this special space event with the hashtag #AskAboutSSMB and tag the celebrity whom they wish the question to be answered. “Hey Super Fans, it's time to get your questions answered by our celebrities using #AskAboutSSMB tag the celebrity Twitter ID,” tweeted the handle, Ssmb space. The list of celebrity guests who are attending the Twitter Space includes directors Srinu Vaitla, Vamshi Paidipally, Anil Ravipudi, Parasuram Petla, Sandeep Reddy Vanga, Gopichand Malineni, Bobby, Meher Ramesh, and producers from Mythri makers, 14 Reels and other producers Anil Sunkara, Naga Vamsi, Gopi Mohan, Kona Venkat, and music directors Devi Sri Prasad and Thaman S,...

CinemaThe Telugu film ‘Naandhi’, starring Allari Naresh and Varalaxmi Sarathkumar, hit the big screens on February 19, 2021. Tnm StaffFacebookBollywood actor and producer Ajay Devgn is teaming up with producer Dil Raju for the Bollywood remake of the 2021 Telugu film Naandhi. Announcing the news on June 25, Friday, Ajay Devgn tweeted, “Time to share an important story with all! @DilRajuProdctns and @ADFFilms are all set to produce the Hindi remake of the Telugu hit, Naandhi! @SVC_official @Meena_Iyer @kuldeeprathor9 @ParagDesai #MumbaiTalkeez #NaandhiInHindi.” Ajay will be bankrolling the movie under his home banner Ajay Devgn FFilms and Dil Raju will be producing under the banner Dil Raju Productions. Expressing how happy he is to collaborate with Ajay Devgn, Dil Raju wrote, “Happy to collaborate with @ajaydevgnfor the Hindi remake of the Telugu hit, Naandhi! More details will come soon!(sic).” Further details about the cast and crew are awaited. The courtroom drama Naandhi,...

Actress Pooja Jhaveri feels Telugu star Allari Naresh has great comic timing, and says that he can make people laugh even with a straight face.

The actress got a chance to work with him in the Telugu-language romantic drama, Bangaru Bullodu.

"Naresh is a fantastic actor and he can make people laugh even while having a straight face. He has superb comic timing. Working with someone like him makes you work hard on your own timings to ensure that the comedy scene remains intact. Apart from being an amazing co-star, he is a good soul," Pooja told Ians.

The film revolves around Prasad (essayed by Naresh), who is a gold appraiser at a local bank and his grandfather (Tanikella Bharani) who is a goldsmith. The story starts when his grandfather lets him in on a secret, and puts Prasad on a path to fulfil his wish.

Talking about the film,...

EntertainmentSwathi Deekshith, who was eliminated four days after joining the show, dropped a Bigg Bomb on Amma Rajasekhar before leaving.Digital NativeBy Arrangement Swathi Deekshith, who entered the Bigg Boss house as the third wild card contestant of the season, was evicted from Bigg Boss Telugu season 4 in the recent elimination round. Lasya Manjunath, Sohel, Kumar Sai, Mehboob, Abhijeet, Harika, and Swathi were in the nomination list for eviction in the fourth week of the reality show. Saturday's episode was quite unexpected as, at the end of the show, Bigg Boss Telugu host Nagarjuna announced that Swathi has been eliminated from the show. Within four days of her entry into the show, the actress had to face being nominated for eviction. Swathi entered into the Tollywood industry with the movie Breakup. The elegant actor created her own style and shot to fame by sharing the screen with Allari Naresh in Jump Jillani.

TollywoodThe actor is the third contestant to be evicted, after director Suriya Kiran and Karate Kalyani.Digital NativeBy ArrangementWeekends spent watching Bigg Boss Telugu are fun, they bring anxiety at the threat of eviction of our favourite contestants and the sadness of separation. The latest contestant in season 4 of the show to be evicted from the Bigg Boss house was Devi Nagavalli. She is the third contestant to be evicted, after director Suriya Kiran and Karate Kalyani. She was directly nominated for the eviction process by Karate Kalyani last week, who had dropped the Bigg Bomb after being evicted herself. Karate Kalyani, while bidding adieu to the show, warned the rest of the housemates to be alert of Devi, claiming that she was very smart and had an influential presence in the house. In the first week, Surya Kiran dropped a Bigg Bomb on Devi. As a result, she was...

CoronavirusChiranjeevi donated Rs. 1 crore to the daily wage workers in the Telugu film industry and others too have stepped up.Rajeswari ParasaWaking up to the crisis looming large in the film industry due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the Telugu film fraternity has started contributing to those who are dependent on daily wages in Tollywood. On Thursday, while some stars announced their donations to the Chief Minister's relief fund, actor Chiranjeevi announced that he is donating Rs 1 crore to the daily wage earners in the film industry. The lockdown situation while mandatory to deal with the #CoronaCrisis,also adversely impacts the lives of daily wage workers & lower income groups in the country including the #TeluguFilmIndustry.Keeping this in mind I am donating Rs.1 Cr for providing relief to the Film workers. — Chiranjeevi Konidela (@KChiruTweets) March 26, 2020 In his latest tweet, he said, “The lockdown situation while mandatory to deal with the Corono...

CoronavirusThe public initiative will see 28 actors going live on Sunday from their respective Instagram pages for 30 minutes each, from 7 am to 9 pm.Tnm StaffIn a show of solidarity with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s call for a ‘Janata Curfew’ on Sunday, actors from Tollywood have launched a public initiative dubbed ‘Mana Andhari Kosam’ (For all of us). As part of the initiative, 28 actors will be going live on their respective Instagram pages for 30 minutes each, over a span of 14 hours, from 7 am to 9 pm. This includes prominent film personalities like Navdeep, Kajal Aggarwal, Rakul Preet, Manchu Manoj, Rahul Ramakrishna, Allari Naresh, Anasuya, Sushanth, Rahul Ravindra, Shriya Saran and Sudheer Babu, to name a few. The initiative was kicked off by Lakshmi Manchu at 7 am and is scheduled to end at 8.30 pm with a live by Rana Daggubati. The organisers of the event said that there may also be a few...

CoronavirusThe public initiative will see 28 actors going live on Sunday from their respective Instagram pages for 30 minutes each, from 7 am to 9 pm.Tnm StaffIn a show of solidarity with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s call for a ‘Janata Curfew’ on Sunday, actors from Tollywood have launched a public initiative dubbed ‘Mana Andhari Kosam’ (For all of us). As part of the initiative, 28 actors will be going live on their respective Instagram pages for 30 minutes each, over a span of 14 hours, from 7 am to 9 pm. This includes prominent film personalities like Navdeep, Kajal Aggarwal, Rakul Preet, Manchu Manoj, Rahul Ramakrishna, Allari Naresh, Anasuya, Sushanth, Rahul Ravindra, Shriya Saran and Sudheer Babu, to name a few. The initiative was kicked off by Lakshmi Manchu at 7 am and is scheduled to end at 8.30 pm with a live by Rana Daggubati. The organisers of the event said that there may also be a few...

TollywoodSet against the backdrop of Ongole, Gopichand is planning it out as a complete entertainer and Ravi Teja will be seen in an eccentric police avatar again.Digital NativeRavi Teja and Gopichand Malineni have joined hands for yet another action-entertainer titled Krack. The first look was released on the occasion of New Year 2020 and now the makers have released the teaser of the film. Set against the backdrop of Ongole, Gopichand is planning it out as a complete entertainer and Ravi Teja will be seen in an eccentric police avatar again. A police officer with a bit of crack mentality is his characterisation. The teaser seems to be packed with all the mass elements. In the film, Ravi Teja sports a new look with a twirled moustache and beard. The film, which went on the floors yesterday, November 14, has Shruti Haasan playing the female lead in this entertainer. After a two-year-break,...

TollywoodThe film is set to hit the marquee on January 24.Digital NativeRavi Teja’s Disco Raja is all set to hit the marquee on January 24. The promos are happening full swing right now. Speaking about the film, director Vi Anand had said in an interview to the Times of India, “I had the basic idea for Disco Raja’s story ten years ago, but it’s been only a year and a half since I’ve found enough material to frame it right. The film will have many entertaining elements and is the most important film of my career.” According to the director, an action sequence in Disco Raja has been shot in Iceland with the Fast and Furious crew involved in its making. The entire stunt scenes were shot at the Langjökull glacier, which is one of the largest in the world, he revealed. Incidentally, Interstellar was also shot in the same location,...

Tollywood The actor is currently basking in the success of ‘Sarileru Neekevvaru’ in which he acted with Rashmika Mandanna.Digital NativeFollowing the release of Mahesh Babu’s Sarileru Neekevvaru, fans have been speculating about the star’s next film. Putting all speculations to rest, the actor stated during an interaction with members of the media that he will be working with director Vamsi Paidapally next. The duo had earlier worked together for the hit film Maharshi. Maharshi was a high budget project and told the story of three friends played by Mahesh Babu, Allari Naresh and Pooja Hegde. It was produced jointly by Dil Raju, C. Ashwini Dutt and Prasad V. Potluri under the banner Sri Venkateswara Creations, Vyjayanthi Movies and Pvp Cinema. The technical crew of this film included Devi Sri Prasad as its music composer, K. U. Mohanan as the cinematographer and Praveen Kl as the editor. According to India Today,...

TollywoodThe prep work for this film is on, Sai Dharam Teja revealed, adding that the scripting is currently in progress.Digital NativeDigital Native The Sai Dharam Teja starrer Prati Roju Pandage hit the marquee on December 20 to a good response. The film, starring Sai Dharam Tej and Raashi Khanna in the lead roles is directed by Maruthi Dasari. The team is currently busy promoting the film and during one such session, the hero got to answer questions about his future projects and he revealed that he will soon be working in a film sharing the screen space with Ravi Teja. The prep work for this film is on, he revealed, adding that the scripting is currently in progress. Meanwhile, Sai Dharam Tej is looking forward to moving over to Solo Brathuke So Better, which is being directed by debutant Subbu. On the other hand, Ravi Teja is gearing up for the release of Disco Raja.

Kollywood Rajesh Murgesan, who had set the tunes for films like 'Neram' and 'Premam', has been roped in to compose music for this flick.Digital NativeDigital Native Bobby Simha’s next went on the floors recently and here we have some information about it. Kashmira Pardeshi has been roped in to play the female lead in this entertainer which will be directed by debut director Ramanan Purushothama. Rajesh Murgesan, who had set the tunes for films like Neram and Premam, has been roped in to compose music for this flick. The film is bankrolled by Rajani Telluri and Reshmi Simha under the banners Srt Entertainments and Mudhra’s Film Factory. Reports are that it is a high budget film and grand sets have been erected for shooting some scenes. Also, the team will be camping in Chennai and Munnar to can a major portion of the film.

Social Media#LokSabhaElections2019 and Mahesh Babu's 'Maharshi' were also among the top five.Tnm StaffAhead of the release of any Indian film, one can be sure to see the film’s title holding a top trending spot on Twitter, thanks to the stars’ fans. And all fan armies’ efforts seem to have paid off now. #Launch2020, an event attended by top industry leaders from India and Twitter Global leadership, has now listed Ajith’s Viswasam and Mahesh Babu’s Maharshi among 2019’s top influential moments on Twitter. These are hashtags that fans used in their post about the film, which eventually made it trend on Twitter. Twitter #Launch2020 happening now.. 2019 Most Influential Moments on Twitter listed, 1 #Viswasam 2 #LokSabhaElections2019 3 #Cwc19 4 #Maharshi 5 #HappyDiwali#Thala #Ajith #Ssmb #MaheshBabu pic.twitter.com/oHf3OYARwW — Kaushik Lm (@LMKMovieManiac) November 12, 2019 #Viswasam, which was used for the Tamil film that was released in January this year,...

Tollywood The Ravi Teja-starrer will see Bobby Simha portraying the antagonist.Digital NativeOn the occasion of Bobby Simha’s birthday, the makers of the upcoming Ravi Teja starrer Disco Raja revealed the actor’s role in the movie. “Here's wishing @actorsimha a Very Happy Birthday. #BobbySimha will be seen playing #BurmaSethu in #DiscoRaja, a menacing antagonist,” reads the tweet from the official Twitter handle of the film’s production house, Srt Entertainments. Here's wishing @actorsimha a Very Happy Birthday. #BobbySimha will be seen playing #BurmaSethu in #DiscoRaja, a menacing antagonist.#BobbySimhaAsBurmaSethu #HappyBirthdayBobbySimha@RaviTeja_offl @Dir_Vi_Anand @itsRamTalluri @SRTmovies pic.twitter.com/JzWo0LenIW — Srt Entertainments (@SRTmovies) November 6, 2019 The award-winning actor will be playing the film’s main villain, Burma Sethu. Produced by Ram Talluri, the film is directed by Vi Anand of Oka Kshanam and Ekadiki Pothavu Chinnavada fame. According to reports, Disco Raja is a science fiction film,...

TollywoodDirector Gopichand Mallineni also confirmed, “The title is not yet finalised and it's too early to talk about it."Digital NativeDigital Native Ravi Teja’s new film was announced recently and we got to know that Gopichand Mallineni will be wielding the megaphone for it. Ever since the announcement was made, various rumours began to circulate and one of them was that the film is a remake of the hit Tamil film Theri. But, Gopichand has clarified that their film is not a remake. He has reportedly told Cinema Express, “Our film, Rt 66 with Ravi Teja is neither inspired nor a remake of any film. It's an original story based on several true incidents happened in the Telugu States. The film showcases Ravi as a powerful cop and we will start shooting on November 14 in Hyderabad.” Gopichand Mallineni has confirmed, “The title is not yet finalised and it's too early...

TollywoodDirected by Gopichand Malineni, the yet-untitled film is touted to be a complete entertainer.Digital NativeRavi Teja’s film with director Gopichand Malineni is progressing well with the groundwork happening right now. According to reports, Shruti Haasan has been finalised as the heroine for the project. Confirming the news, Shruti Haasan posted on Twitter sharing her excitement on working in a new Telugu film: “Very excited to be a part of this project !! And to be working with @RaviTeja_offl and @megopichand again !!! #RT66.” Very excited to be a part of this project !! And to be working with @RaviTeja_offl and @megopichand again !!! #RT66@TagoreMadhu @LightHouseMMLLP pic.twitter.com/Wj5ip8wuT5 — shruti haasan (@shrutihaasan) October 30, 2019 The film, which has not been titled yet, will tentatively be referred to as Rt 66. Gopichand is planning it as a complete entertainer. Another interesting fact about the film is that Ravi Teja will be seen playing a cop.

TollywoodThe makers have announced the film to hit screens on December 20.Digital NativeOn Ganesh Chaturthi, the makers of Ravi Teja’s Disco Raja revealed a new poster from the film which has already gone viral. The poster features the star in a unique retro avatar. Also, the film is officially set to hit screens on December 20. Releasing the poster, the production house bankrolling the project wrote on its Twitter handle, “I'm The Raja.. #DiscoRaja Here's #DiscoRajaFirstLook Disco Begins In Cinemas From Dec20th #HappyVinayakaChavithi#discorajaondec20th@RaviTeja_offl @NabhaNatesh @starlingpayal @vennelakishore @Tanyahopeoffl @Dir_Vi_Anand @MusicThaman @itsRamTalluri @SRTmovies.” According to reports, Disco Raja is a science fiction, a genre that is sure to bring in the audiences to the theatres. Three leading ladies Nabha Natesh, Payal Rajput and Priyanka Jawalkar were roped in to share the screen space with Ravi Teja. Vi Anand is wielding the megaphone for this entertainer.

TollywoodThe search is on for another hero.Digital NativeTamil film Vikram Vedha that released in 2017 turned out to be a massive hit. This multi-starrer, which had Madhavan and Vijay Sethupathi in the lead roles, is all set to be remade in Telugu. According to a Cinemaexpress report, Ravi Teja has been roped in for the remake and the search is on for another hero. Sudheer Varma will be donning the director’s robes for this flick and it will be bankrolled by S Sashikanth under the banner Y Not Studios. Sources in the know say that the director will be making some changes to the script to suit the Telugu audiences. Vikram Vedha, directed by Gayathri-Pushkar duo had R Madhavan and Vijay Sethupathi in the lead roles. While Maddy played a cop, Vijay Sethupathi was seen as a gangster. It was produced by Sashikanth under the banner Y Not Studios.

TollywoodThe actor is reportedly playing the role of an army officer.Digital NativeThe makers of Mahesh Babu's next Sarileru Neekevvaru released a special poster and the first look teaser on the occasion of the actor's birthday. In the poster, the actor is seen sporting the army uniform which indicates that he is playing an army officer in the film. While the star has played a cop in a couple of films like Pokiri and Dookudu, this is the first time he will be seen as an army officer. Directed by Anil Ravipudi, the shooting of Sarileru Neekevvaru is currently in progress in Kashmir and will be a Sankranthi 2020 release. Director Anil was quoted by Deccan Chronicle saying, “Mahesh’s role in the film —that of an army major — has been penned to be in perfect alignment with the film’s title. The film has Rashmika Mandanna as the lead heroine’s role.

KollywoodReports going around social media are that the upcoming Telugu film 'Disco Raja', which has Ravi Teja in the lead role, is also based on the same premise.Digital NativeComali is a comedy drama film written and directed by debutant Pradeep Ranganathan and produced by Ishari Ganesh under his banner Vels Film International. The film stars Jayam Ravi, Kajal Aggarwal and Samyuktha Hegde in the lead roles. The star cast also include Ks Ravikumar, Yogi Babu and Kavita Radheshyam in supporting roles. Hiphop Tamizha is composing music for this venture with Richard M Nathan cranking the camera and Pradeep E Ragav editing it. This film is scheduled to hit the marquee on August 15, From the trailer of Comali, we understand that the film is a about a man who wakes from coma after several years and the the events after he regains consciousness is narrated with large doses of comedy.

TollywoodThe monologue by Sampoornesh Babu is reportedly inspired by Ntr's lines from 'Dana Veera Soora Karna'.Tnm StaffBurning star Sampoornesh Babu’s upcoming movie Kobbari Matta is all set to hit screens on August 10. The movie is again said to be a spoof just like his previous movie Hrudaya Kaleyam, which released in 2014. Made with a low budget, Hrudaya Kaleyam turned the actor into a household name. Sampoornesh had conceived the film with an idea of making the “worst possible film”, a spoof of all the usual tropes used in the Tollywood industry. After five years, Sampoornesh Babu will be again seen playing the central protagonist in Kobbari Matta. And this time, the actor has set a world record for himself by delivering a monologue of three-and-a-half minutes in a single shot in the film. The makers of the film have claimed that this is the first such feat...

TollywoodThe cricketer on Twitter appreciated the movie for its strong and inspiring message.Digital NativeWhen Mahesh Babu starrer Maharshi had hit the marquee in May this year, it was well appreciated not only by film buffs but by the celebrities from various walks of life. The latest celeb to take to the social media to shower his praises on this socially-relevant entertainer was former cricketer and current commentator Vvs Laxman. He wrote on his social media page, “Just finished watching Maharshi. Simply loved it. The strong and inspiring message the movie conveyed is very important for all of us. One more powerful performance by @urstrulyMahesh.” Just finished watching Maharshi .Simply loved it. The strong and inspiring message the movie conveyed is very important for all of us. One more powerful performance by @urstrulyMahesh — Vvs Laxman (@VVSLaxman281) July 22, 2019 To this, Mahesh Babu replied, “Thank you very much @VVSLaxman281 sir. Glad you...

TollywoodThe shooting of the film is currently progressing at the Aluminium Factory in Hyderabad.Digital NativeThe shooting of the upcoming Ravi Teja starrer Disco Raja is progressing well after reports that it has been shelved was quashed by its makers. According to the latest updates, the shooting is currently in progress at the Aluminium Factory in Hyderabad with Ravi Teja and Bobby Simha joining the sets. The set, which cost its makers well over Rs 1 crore, will be the highlight of the film. We hear that an aggressive fight sequence between Ravi Teja and Bobby Simha will be canned here.  Soon after this schedule is wrapped up, the team will be moving over to Delhi where a dance sequence with Ravi Teja and Nabha Natesh will be filmed. This schedule is slated to happen during the first week of August. According to reports, Disco Raja is a science fiction, a...

TollywoodThe actor was last seen in 'Maharshi' which released in May this year.Digital NativeA leaked still from the Mahesh Babu starrer Sarileru Neekevvaru is doing rounds on the internet and movie buffs are simply loving it. Mahesh Babu is seen wearing an army uniform in the scene which indicates that he is playing an army officer in the film. While the star has played a cop in a couple of films like Pokiri and Dookudu, this is the first time he will be seen as the army officer. Directed by Anil Ravipudi, Rashmika Mandanna has been roped in to play the female lead in the movie. The film will have two veteran actors Ramya Krishnan and Vijayashanthi in pivotal roles with Rajendra Prasad, Rao Ramesh and producer Bandla Ganesh in the star cast as well. While it is speculated that Vijayashanthi will be seen as the main villain in the film,...

TollywoodThe film will have three heroines, for which Payal Rajput and Nabha Natesh have already been roped in.Digital NativeDigital NativeThe shooting of the Ravi Teja starrer Disco Raja is going on at a brisk pace. When this film went on the floors, it was revealed that three heroines would be part of the project. While Payal Rajput and Nabha Natesh have been roped in already, the latest addition is Tanya Hope. The Sandalwood actor was last seen as the heroine in Abhishek Ambareesh’s debut film Amar. However, Tanya’s debut in the film industry was with the Telugu flick Nenu Sailaja, in which she made a guest appearance. She currently has two Kannada movies, Home Minister and Khaki, in her kitty. Coming back to Disco Raja, Vi Anand is wielding the megaphone for this entertainer while Ram Talluri is producing it. According to reports, it is a science fiction film,...

EntertainmentTNM puts together all the south Indian releases which hit theatres just months ago - get your popcorn ready!Tnm StaffWith the presence of online streaming platforms, a cinephile need not worry about missing a new film altogether. Although watching it on the big screen is an experience unlike any other, catching up from the comfort of your own home comes a close second to many. Most often, films are uploaded to stream on websites like Netflix and Amazon Prime in less then three months of their theatrical launch. Here are some of this year’s new south Indian releases that are available to stream online. Tamil Super Deluxe (Netflix) Thiyagarajan Kumararaja’s second directorial in eight years, Super Deluxe was awaited with great anticipation by many. This multi-starrer with a hyperlink plot had Vijay Sethupathi, Fahad Fassil, Ramya Krishanan, Samantha, and Mysskin among others in the lead. Monster (Amazon...

TollywoodThe shooting of the Ravi Teja starrer was stalled for sometime over some differences of opinion between its makers and the lead star, which have now been sorted out.Digital NativeThe shooting of the Ravi Teja starrer Disco Raja was stalled for sometime over some differences of opinion between its makers and the lead star. However, it has been sorted out and the shooting resumed recently. Currently, the team is stationed at the Ramoji Film City in Hyderabad where some scenes are being canned on the sets specially erected for the purpose. The latest update about Disco Raja is that Allari Naresh has been roped in to play an important role in the film. Impressed over the way his character has been shaped up, Allari Naresh has agreed to join the star cast, confirm sources. According to reports, Disco Raja is a science fiction. There are three women actors in the lead -- Nabha Natesh,...

TollywoodRashmika Mandanna is playing the female lead in the film.Digital NativeMahesh Babu is basking in glory over the success of his recent release Maharshi. The film hit the marquee earlier this month and the box office collections are ensuring that its makers are happy. Recently, the film’s producer Dil Raju was spotted in Tirupati offering his prayers for Maharshi’s success. Directed by Vamsi Paidapally, the film’s technical crew included Devi Sri Prasad as its music composer, K. U. Mohanan as the cinematographer and Praveen Kl as the editor. The film is about three friends played by Mahesh Babu, Allari Naresh and Pooja Hegde. With this success, Mahesh Babu is moving over to his next, which will be directed by Anil Ravipudi. While the news is already out that Rashmika Mandanna will be playing the female lead in this untitled film and veteran actor Vijayashanthi is in talks for a pivotal role,...

TollywoodVV Vinayak directed mega star Chiranjeevi's 150th film, 'Khaidi No 150'.Digital NativeProducer Dil Raju is basking in glory over the grand success of his latest production venture Maharshi. The producer was in Tirupati to offer his prayers to Lord Venkateswara on the success and handed out a press note that came as a surprise. According to the press note, Dil Raju will be introducing ace director Vv Vinayak as an actor. The note reads, “Superhit Producer #DilRaju, Director @directorvamshi offered prayers to Lord Venkateswara in Tirumala on the occasion of #Maharshi's Blockbuster Success. #DilRaju has announced that he will be Introducing Sensational Director #VVVinayak as an actor in his upcoming production.” He reportedly told, “I recently heard a script and after deliberating over who would suit the role, I have decided to introduce Vv Vinayak as an actor under my banner. Vinay has also agreed to the project...

TolllywoodMahesh Babu's wife Namrata Shirodkar took to Instagram and shared a couple of photos from the party with the caption, "Celebrating #maharshi.”Digital NativeDigital NativeMahesh Babu's 25th film ‘Maharshi’ has got the biggest opening in his career. Directed by Vamsi Paidapally, best known for directing films like Oopiri and Yevadu, the film has shattered every possible record at the box office and has turned out to be the biggest opener of this year. The film talks about the struggles faced by farmers and it follows the same trajectory as Mahesh Babu's previous films Srimathudu and Bharat Ane Nenu. Mahesh Babu celebrated the success with the entire team at his house in Hyderabad. Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna also joined the celebration. Mahesh Babu's wife Namrata Shirodkar took to Instagram and shared a couple of photos from the party with the caption, "Celebrating #maharshi.” View this post on Instagram Celebrating...

In one brilliantly conceived sequence of cultural conversion, Mahesh Babu playing the Nri tycoon Rishi Kumar, follows a wizened farmer into the paddy fields to literally get his feet dirty in the fields.

It takes a whole universe of guts to shoulder one's responsibilities as an empowered citizen of India, as Mahesh Babu has done in this film.

If you stay quiet you are accused of pacifism. If you speak up you're an exhibitionist. Mahesh Babu who is a formidable icon in Telugu cinema, won't remain quiet any more. Breaking free of his innate political reservations he speaks out in favour of farmers of our impoverished country in a voice that never strains to be heard.

On the surface Maharshi is yet another star-vehicle for Telugu cinema's most revered contemporary superstar. To be sure, almost every frame of Maharshi is dedicated to eulogizing its leading man as he plunges into...

TollywoodThe movie is all set to hit screens on May 9.Digital NativeThe trailer of the Mahesh Babu starrer Maharshi is out and the punch dialogues in it has caught the attention of the film buffs in a big way. On the character that Mahesh Babu plays in Maharshi, its director Vamsi Paidapally said in an interview to Times of India, “A go-getter, Rishi is someone who wants to make it big in life. But like anyone else, he struggles to strike a balance between his friends, family and thirst for success. Everybody will relate to Rishi because he isn’t a larger-than-life hero who gets everything he wants; he struggles hard to achieve everything in life. He strives to be the best version of himself and believes that he can only bring change in the world when he changes himself.” Directed by Vamsi Paidapally, Maharshi is a high budget project...