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Is Salman Khan’s Bajrangi Bhaijaan 2 Happening? ( Photo Credit – Facebook )

Salman Khan fans are in for a treat as speculation heats up around Bajrangi Bhaijaan 2. While the superstar’s latest film, Sikandar, is currently running in theaters, reports suggest another major project is quietly gaining momentum in the background.

According to a recent Pinkvilla report, Salman met with veteran screenwriter V. Vijayendra Prasad earlier this week, and all signs point to it being about the much-anticipated Bajrangi Bhaijaan 2. Although both parties remain tight-lipped about the details, insiders close to the development hint that the sequel to the 2015 blockbuster may finally be moving forward.

Bajrangi Bhaijaan 2 Script Has Reportedly Been Ready for A While

Writer V. Vijayendra Prasad, who penned the original Bajrangi Bhaijaan, has previously confirmed that the sequel script is ready. However, it has been waiting for Salman Khan’s approval. With this fresh round of discussions, fans hope...

Ssmb 29 Movie Update!(Photo Credit –Facebook/Instagram)

The much-awaited movie Dsmb 29 starring Mahesh Babu and directed by S.S. Rajamouli, has been making headlines. The film recently went on floors and despite the secrecy around it, exciting details keep leaking.

Meanwhile, Priyanka Chopra, who is said to be playing a crucial role in the film has shared some interesting photos recently.

Though the makers have not officially announced her role, Priyanka’s social media posts have fueled speculations. She recently shared pictures of her journey, including an aerial view of a flight and images of Odisha streets. Given that the film’s shoot is happening in Odisha, fans believe she has joined Mahesh Babu and Prithviraj Sukumaran for crucial scenes.

Trending Devara 2: Special Entries Confirmed In The Jahnvi Kapoor & Jr. Ntr’s Starrer

Did Tamannaah Replace Nayanthara In Paiyaa Due To Remuneration Issues?

Rajamouli has promised that ‘Ssmb 29...

Is Vicky Kaushal perfect to play Maharana Pratap? Rrr writers agrees. ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Vicky Kaushal’s performance in Chhaava as Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj has left a strong impact on audiences. Fans are now eager to see portrayals of other iconic Indian kings, including the legendary Rajput warrior Maharana Pratap. Thanks to Kaushal’s talent and work, he is already being looked at by fans as a potential candidate for the role and they aren’t alone in this sentiment.

Veteran screenwriter V Vijayendra Prasad, known for his mastery in crafting epic period dramas like Rrr (2022), has expressed his belief that Vicky is a perfect fit for the role. Prasad, who has been developing a script on Maharana Pratap, initially considered three other megastars for the part. However, after witnessing Vicky’s intense and commanding presence in Chhaava, the writer now believes Kaushal has what it takes to bring the Mewar king to life.

Is Priyanka Chopra Jonas going to be the antagonist in SSMB29? (Photo Credit – Instagram)

With big names like SS Rajamouli directing and Mahesh Babu and Priyanka Chopra starring, it’s no surprise the excitement is through the roof. There have also been rumors about Prithviraj or John Abraham playing the antagonist, adding to the intrigue. But now, a fresh rumor has popped up—Priyanka Chopra might not be the heroine after all. Instead, she’s said to be taking on the role of the antagonist, which could bring an exciting twist to the film.

For now, it remains uncertain whether the rumors are true, and even if they are, the filmmakers are unlikely to confirm anything before the movie’s release. Interestingly, earlier unconfirmed reports suggested that director SS Rajamouli had required the entire cast and crew to sign strict non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) with hefty financial penalties for breaking confidentiality,...

Ramayana: The Legend of Prince Rama is set to hit the theatres in India on Jan 24, 2025. This was confirmed by the film’s distributor Geek Pictures India on Jan 8, 2024, on their official social media platforms.

According to the distributor, the release will feature 4K visuals, improved audio, and newly recorded dubs in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu, along with the original English version.

Arjun Aggarwal, co-founder of Geek Pictures India, expressed enthusiasm about the release, stating, “Ramayana is not just a story—it is a legacy that continues to inspire people across generations. At Geek Pictures India, we are deeply honoured to introduce this beloved epic to fans and newcomers alike. By collaborating with the best in the industry and presenting it in multiple languages, we aim to ensure this timeless tale touches hearts across every corner of India. This is more than a film—it’s a celebration of our culture that bridges generations,...

Will Rrr actually get a sequel? ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

This upcoming BTS film about Rrr is titled Rrr Beyond and Behind. For those unaware, S.S. Rajamouli’s Rrr has been hailed worldwide, acquiring credit for its storytelling. The film’s song Naatu Naatu even made a record by besting the Oscar for Best Original Song. During this BTS documentary, Jr. Ntr shared a significant update concerning the sequel to Rrr.

Jr. Ntr reacted to the news of Rrr 2

Rrr 2 @RRRMovie#RRRMovie #RRRBehindAndBeyond pic.twitter.com/DRUxclC8Zn

— Sai Mohan 'Ntr' (@Sai_Mohan_999) December 27, 2024

In one of the behind-the-scenes points, Jr. Ntr shares his response to the Rrr 2 sequel and voices his excitement. During a sit-down interview, he noted that he is entirely clueless of any plots regarding the sequel to Rrr.

He further revealed that S.S. Rajamouli has not shared any details with them about creating...

Sye Oy Movie Re-release 2025 (Photo Credit – Twitter)

Telugu cinema lovers have something exciting to look forward to this New Year. Two classic films are set for a re-release in theatres. Sye (2004), directed by Rajamouli, and Oy (2009), directed by Anand Ranga, are both making a comeback. Siddharth’s Oy was re-released a few days ago, but now, the film is being re-released. These films will hit theatres on January 1, 2025, allowing fans to experience the magic of these beloved movies once more.

‘Sye,’ directed by SS Rajamouli and written by Rajamouli and V. Vijayendra Prasad, tells the story of two rival student gangs. Prithvi (played by Nithiin) and Shashank (played by Shashank) lead the gangs, and they eventually join forces to defeat a mafia leader.

The plot revolves around a rugby match in which the two gangs compete to win back their college ground. Other actors in the film include Genelia, Pradeep Ram Singh Rawat,...

If there’s one director who can elevate cinema to larger-than-life experiences, it’s SS Rajamouli. Fresh off the global success of Rrr, Rajamouli has teamed up with none other than the Telugu superstar Mahesh Babu for his next magnum opus. Fans are buzzing with excitement about what this dream collaboration will bring to the big screen. Let’s unpack everything we know so far!

A Jungle Adventure to Remember?

Rajamouli’s upcoming project with Mahesh Babu, tentatively titled #SSMB29, promises to be nothing short of extraordinary. According to sources, the film is a high-budget action-adventure set in the jungle. Think of it as an Indian take on Indiana Jones, with Mahesh Babu as the dashing hero navigating perilous terrains and ancient mysteries. The movie is expected to showcase Rajamouli’s signature mix of intense storytelling and jaw-dropping visuals​.

A Global Touch

The production team behind #SSMB29 has hinted at international-scale filmmaking.

Rajamouli Plans to Top Rrr’s Epic Animal Action Scenes with Mahesh Babu’s Ssmb 29, Promising Unmatched Spectacle ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Renowned filmmaker SS Rajamouli‘s much-anticipated collaboration with Mahesh Babu, tentatively named Ssmb 29, has generated a lot of anticipation with each new update. The buzz surrounding this project continues growing, especially after Rajamouli hinted about the film.

Recently, the Rrr director disclosed an interesting fact about the film. He stated, “I love animals. Animals were part of my past movies. I’m confident that future productions will feature more animals than I.” So, with this, we may expect a high-action sequence from Mahesh in this film, which is expected to be more intense than the Rrr animal scene.

Rajamouli’s creativity in blending animals as a part of his movies has left a lasting impression on audiences. Be it the captivating visuals in Magadheera starring Ram Charan and Kajal Aggarwal...

Salman Khan On Box Office Throne At #1 Holding A Record For 3302 Days (Photo Credit –Facebook)

Salman Khan has had a roller coaster ride at the box office in the past few years, and his films do not hit major box office landmarks as they used to. In the last few years, he arrived with Tiger 3, Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan, but both of them did not create the hysteria that is synonymous with Bhai’s films.

Salman Khan Box Office

However, despite not hitting any major box office landmark, the Dabangg actor holds an unbeatable box office record, which he achieved in the year 2015 and still holds it. In fact, this record might not get broken anytime soon.

In the year 2015, Salman arrived with his film Bajrangi Bhaijaan, which smashed records, beating the old ones and creating new ones. The film, starring Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Harshaali Malhotra, and Kareena Kapoor Khan,...

Here Is All That Happened In Bollywood & South On April 20, 2024: From Salman Khan To Others ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

In Koimoi’s News Wrap for April 20, 2024, we bring you all the major updates from the Bollywood, South, and TV industry that happened today. While the country is currently busy with the Ipl, new releases have still made their mark at the box office. Apart from the new releases, Ott is also buzzing with new stuff to rely upon over the weekend. Here’s a much-needed daily shot of entertainment you need to gulp down.

Check out all that happened today in the entertainment industry. Bollywood News

1. Rajkummar Rao very recently laughed at all the conjectures around his plastic surgery that made his face look longer from the chin area. The Bollywood actor denied all the plastic surgery allegations only to turn and own up to his fillers. In a recent interview,...

Sanjay Dutt & John Abraham Were Offered The Lead Roles In Baahubali! (Picture Credit: Instagram & IMDb)

SS Rajamouli’s magnum opus, Baahubali, is a part of history. The film made Prabhas a superstar overnight, and Baahuabali became synonymous with the actor. Similarly, the other actors from the film turned superstars. Be it Sathyaraj who played Katappa and the entire nation wanted to know Katappa ne Baahubali ko kyun maara or be it Ramya Krishnan as Rajmata who roared Mera Vachan Hi Hai Mera Shasan.

The film that was made in two parts took a lot of time to be made, and all the actors committed to the long schedules, sacrificing many months of their careers and lives. However, this commitment was something that not everyone could fulfill.

Before this star cast, a set of other actors were rumored to be the original choices for the films. These actors were approached or...

SS Rajamouli Takes The Blockbuster 550 Crore Rrr Route For Mahesh Babu’s Next? 1000 Crores Budget Rumors Are Fake! Ropes In Deepika Padukone & An Indonesian Actress? ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

When you’ve films like Baahubali 1 & 2 and Rrr to your credit, you know the whole world will keep an eye on what you’re going to present next. SS Rajamouli’s film with Mahesh Babu has already been hyped so much! From a ‘James Bond In African Jungles’ to a 1000/1500 crore budget, the film has invited all kinds of reports & rumors owing to the level it’s going to have.

To begin with, the whole 1000 crore budget is a hoax only to attract more eyeballs. But the fact that it’s going to be an African jungle adventure film is true because Rajamouli’s father & the film’s screenwriter, V. Vijayendra Prasad, confirmed that they’re shooting in Africa.

SS Rajamouli has...

After the much-awaited release of Rrr, the epic period drama starring Ram Charan and Jr Ntr, director SS Rajamouli is all set to work with superstar Mahesh Babu for his next film. The project, tentatively titled SSMB29, is expected to go on floors in April 2024 after a huge pre-production. The genre of the film is jungle adventure, a very rare genre in Indian cinema, and it is said to be in the lines of Indiana Jones, the popular Hollywood franchise.

According to sources, Rajamouli and his father, veteran writer Vijayendra Prasad, are currently working on the final touches of the script. The film will be a grand spectacle with high-octane action sequences and stunning visuals. The makers are in talks with two global studios, Disney and Sony, for partnering with this adventure film. The film will be produced by Kl Narayana under his banner Durga Arts.

Mahesh Babu, who is...

"Rrr" was the biggest cinematic event of 2022, a movie that had people spontaneously dancing in theater aisles, and a movie that gave us a better friendship in three hours than the "Fast & Furious" franchise has in ten movies.

Director S.S. Rajamouli, who had already built his career on making epic movies like "Magadheera" and the two-part "Baahubali," which combined myth and reality with stunning action and a massive sense of scale, dialed up the maximalism in every way with "Rrr."

The film follows two storylines that merge, tracking Bheem (Jr. Ntr), a warrior looking for a young girl who was kidnapped from his village, and Raju (Ram Charan), an officer in the British Army tasked with finding Bheem before he can wreak havoc on the British Raj. Though on opposite sides of the conflict, the two men quickly strike a beautiful friendship -- one strong enough to take down entire empires.

Superstar director SS Rajamouli, who has now become an international sensation due to his epic-action film ‘Rrr’, has turned 50. The ‘Baahubali’ and ‘Eega’ director is known for his extremely clever and creative storytelling, larger than life action scenes, direction, set designs, poignant themes and more.

Many celebrities and fans took to social media on Tuesday to wish the filmmaker on his birthday.

One of Rajamouli’s longtime associates and the ‘Rrr’ actor Ntr Jr. took to his X, formerly Twitter, and shared a picture of the two together. Captioning the post he wrote: “Happy Birthday Jakkana @ssrajamouli!! Sending lots of love..”

Telugu superstar Mahesh Babu took to his X and wrote: “Wishing you a happy birthday @ssrajamouli sir! Here’s to many more years of your cinematic brilliance!”

Director-screenwriter K. S. Ravindra, who is also called Bobby wished the ‘Maghadheera’ filmmaker and wrote: “Wishing the creative genius, dearest @ssrajamouli sir a very happy birthday.

Superstar director SS Rajamouli, who has now become an international sensation due to his epic-action film ‘Rrr’, has turned 50. The ‘Baahubali’ and ‘Eega’ director is known for his extremely clever and creative storytelling, larger than life action scenes, direction, set designs, poignant themes and more.

Many celebrities and fans took to social media on Tuesday to wish the filmmaker on his birthday.

One of Rajamouli’s longtime associates and the ‘Rrr’ actor Ntr Jr. took to his X, formerly Twitter, and shared a picture of the two together. Captioning the post he wrote: “Happy Birthday Jakkana @ssrajamouli!! Sending lots of love..”

Telugu superstar Mahesh Babu took to his X and wrote: “Wishing you a happy birthday @ssrajamouli sir! Here’s to many more years of your cinematic brilliance!”

Director-screenwriter K. S. Ravindra, who is also called Bobby wished the ‘Maghadheera’ filmmaker and wrote: “Wishing the creative genius, dearest @ssrajamouli sir a very happy birthday.

The sheer popularity of the International Film Festival of India (Iffi) is leading to its expansion this year, while sister event Film Bazaar, South Asia’s largest content market, will have a focus on new technology, one of the country’s top film officials has revealed.

The Indian government-backed events run in parallel in Goa in November each year in close geographic proximity.

In 2022, demand for tickets at the public-facing Iffi was so strong that reservations had to be paused on the second day of the festival. “We are trying to expand Iffi to such a scale where we will be able to accommodate more films, more people, more venues,” Prithul Kumar, Joint Secretary, Films, Ministry of Information and Broadcasting and MD, National Film Development Corporation, told Variety. Efforts are on to add at least three more venues, Kumar said.

While a film attracted some criticism from a jury member last year,...

SS Rajamouli, the director of the Oscar-winning film Rrr, has some exciting projects lined up for the future. His father and screenwriter of Rrr, Vijayendra Prasad, has revealed some details about the sequel of Rrr and Rajamouli’s dream project Mahabharata.

Rrr Sequel to be a Hollywood Project Rrr Trailer

Vijayendra Prasad has confirmed that a sequel to Rrr is in the works and it will be a Hollywood project. He said that the sequel will also star Ram Charan and Jr Ntr, who played the roles of freedom fighters Alluri Sitarama Raju and Komaram Bheem in Rrr. However, the sequel may not continue the same storyline and may explore another chapter from the pre-Independence era of the Telugu states.

Vijayendra Prasad also hinted that Rajamouli may not direct the sequel himself, but will oversee the project with a Hollywood production house and a Hollywood director. He said that Ram...

India’s most recognized director SS Rajamouli has opened the doors of Indian stories around the world. Along with grand landscapes and fables perfectly narrated on a backdrop of action, Rajamouli is not just elating Indian Cinema but is also introducing Indian stories with varied narratives. We can all agree that he is an absolute visionary shaping the action-heavy genre in India.

Rajamouli shares a deep connection with Indiana Jones in building outstanding environments. In a recent interview, expressing his motivation behind creating globetrotting franchises, he said “I always wanted to do a globe-trotting film like Indiana Jones or the world of Dan Brown’s books. My father is currently sketching a film on the adventurous thematic genre. We have not yet finalised the script, but the work is underway,”

Furthermore, revealing more about the film he added, “My next film with Mahesh Babu will be a globetrotting action adventure.

CinemaThe film is titled ‘The India House’, named after the base of Veer Savarkar's activities in London, and stars Nikhil Siddhartha and Anupam Kher, who have acted in films criticised for endorsing Hindutva nationalism. Ram Charan/File PhotoTelugu actor Ram Charan, who recently launched a new production house called V Mega Pictures, announced its first film on Sunday, May 28, on the occasion of the 140th birth anniversary of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) ideologue Vd Savarkar, referring to him as a “great freedom fighter”. The film is titled The India House, named after the base of Veer Savarkar's activities in London, and stars Nikhil Siddhartha and Anupam Kher. It is co-produced by Abhishek Agarwal Arts, the production house behind The Kashmir Files and Karthikeya 2. The Kashmir Files, written and directed by Vivek Agnihotri, depicts the exodus of Kashmiri Hindus from Kashmir following the killings of people from the community by Pakistan-backed terrorists.

Mumbai, May 18 (Ians) Actress Kangana Ranaut, who is busy with the post-production of her upcoming directorial ‘Emergency’, has shared that ‘Rrr’ screenwriter K.V. Vijayendra Prasad has seen the edit and has lauded the film.

Taking to her Instagram stories, the actress shared a picture of herself with screenwriter Prasad.

The ‘Queen’ actress capitioned the image: “After complete edit is done, first person to watch #emergency…Not only Vijendra sir wiped his eyes several times while watching the edit, but after watching it he said….’I am so proud of you my child’. Well my life is made.”

She also revealed that the post-production work for ‘Emergency’ has commenced.

The actress wrote: “With all my Gurus and well wishers’ blessings, film ‘Emergency’ is ready to get into post-production stage. Release date announcement coming soon.”

‘Emergency’ is Kangana’s second directorial after her 2019 period drama film ‘Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi’. Besides Kangana,...

New Delhi, May 18 (Ians) After being revived by Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, the 17th-century general Lachit Borphukan’s story is being brought to life by ‘Rrr’ screenwriter, film director and Rajya Sabha MP Vijayendra Prasad in a novel titled ‘Brahmaputra: The Ahom Son Rises (Book 1)’.

The prolific screenwriter of blockbusters, who’s also S.S. Rajamouli’s father, has collaborated with naval officer-turned-espionage fiction writer Kulpreet Yadav to put together the novel being released by HarperCollins Publishers India on May 30.

The story, which mixes action and romance, takes off with Lachit falling in love with Princess Padmini, daughter of Swargadeo Jayadhwaj Singha, ruler of the Ahom kingdom. The king finds out about the romance and throws Lachit out of the capital, Jorhat.

A few days later, the Ahom capital is attacked by Aurangzeb’s forces, forcing the king to sign a peace treaty, whereby he cedes part control of his kingdom to the Mughals.

The ‘Chatrapathi’ fever is at an all-time high as the official Hindi remake of SS Rajamouli’s Telugu blockbuster is set for its massive Pan-India release on 12th May 2023.

Produced by Dr. Jayantilal Gada of Pen Studios, the trailer of ‘Chatrapathi’ gives audiences a sneak-peak into the high octane action and heady dose of entertainment in store.

The lead stars of Chatrapathi, Sreenivas Bellamkonda and Nushrratt Bharuccha are grabbing headlines for their amazing chemistry on-screen.

From the massively scaled visuals, to the stunts, the chemistry between Bellamkonda and Nushrratt Bharuccha, the choreography and catchy up-tempo music, to the gripping storyline, the ‘Chatrapathi’ trailer guarantees to leave you wanting more.

Dr. Jayantilal Gada (Pen Studios) presents ‘Chatrapathi’, directed by V.V.Vinayak and written by V. Vijayendra Prasad. The film is an official remake of SS Rajamouli’s Prabhas starrer with the same title. It marks the big Bollywood debut of...

Mumbai, May 2 (Ians) The trailer of the upcoming film ‘Chatrapathi’ was unveiled on Tuesday. The film is the official Hindi remake of S. S. Rajamouli’s Telugu blockbuster of the same name. The trailer gives audiences a sneak-peak into the high octane action and heady dose of entertainment with the leading pair of Sreenivas Bellamkonda and Nushrratt Bharuccha.

The film marks the Hindi debut of Bellamkonda, and has been directed by Vv Vinayak with a script written by S. S. Rajamouli’s father and veteran writer V. Vijayendra Prasad

Talking about the film, Sreenivas Bellamkonda said, “‘Chatrapathi’ is a special film to me in so many ways. Vv Vinayak directed me in my Telugu debut and he is also the director of my Bollywood debut, which makes this collaboration even more significant. ‘Chatrapathi’ ticks all the boxes of a commercial potboiler and we can’t wait to bring it to audiences.

EntertainmentRajamouli shared that he has even tried to visit the archaeological site of the Ivc city Mohenjo Daro in Pakistan, but was denied permission. Popular filmmaker SS Rajamouli has revealed that he once thought of making a film on the rise and fall of the Indus Valley Civilisation (Ivc). Responding to a suggestion from industrialist Anand Mahindra, the filmmaker said that he came up with the idea of telling the story through the character of a tree, when he saw an ancient tree while shooting for his 2009 film Magadheera in Gujarat’s Dholavira, an archaeological site. On Saturday, April 29, chairman of the Mahindra Group Anand Mahindra commented on a few illustrations of ancient cities of Ivc on Twitter, suggesting that Rajamouli should consider making a period film forest in the Ivc era which would “create global awareness of that ancient civilisation.” Responding to his suggestion, Rajamouli wrote, “Yes sir… While shooting for Magadheera in Dholavira,...

The song ‘Bareilly Ke Bazaar’ from the upcoming film ‘Chatrapathi’ was unveiled on Thursday. The song is a party number and features actress Nushrratt Bharuccha and actor Sreenivas Bellamkonda.

It has been crooned by Sunidhi Chauhan and Nakash Aziz and is a lyrical play around on the ‘Jhoomka gira re Bareli ke bazaar mein’ from the famous song by Asha Bhosle.

The song features Arabic textures sonically with thumping beats on the drum machine. The music of the song has been composed by Tanishk Bagchi with lyrics penned by Mayur Puri.

Talking about the song, Sunidhi Chauhan said, “‘Bareilly Ke Bazaar’ is a very sensuous track and the beats are addictive – We tried bringing in a flavour and vibe that would appeal to the masses and can’t wait for them to hear it.”

Nakash Aziz said, “It was great collaborating with Sunidhi Chauhan and lending my voice to Sreenivas Bellamkonda.

Mumbai, April 17 (Ians) The upcoming action film ‘Chatrapathi’ will star actress Nushrratt Bharuccha as the female lead. The film is the Hindi remake of ‘Chatrapathi’ in which she has been paired opposite Sreenivas Bellamkonda. The film also marks Bellamkonda’s Hindi film debut.

Talking about the role in ‘Chatrapathi’, the actress said, “I am excited, but I also have goosebumps. This is my first pan-India action drama, and I couldn’t have asked for anything better than a film like Chatrapathi. I am so thrilled to have worked with a team of such brilliant technicians and an amazing co-star, Sreenivas.”

Presented by Jayantilal Gada of Pen Studios ‘Chatrapathi’, directed by V.V. Vinayak and written by V. Vijayendra Prasad, the film is an official remake of S.S. Rajamouli’s Prabhas-starrer with the same title. The film also stars Bhagyashree, Sharad Kelkar and Karan Singh Chabra in pivotal roles.

The film is...

For any actor, having a film that’s mounted on a huge scale is simply a dream come true, especially if it’s a high octane action drama. And while we have been waiting for one such action-packed film with Chatrapathi, the buzz around its female lead that surfaced after the teaser now has a development. Actress Nushrratt Bharuccha will play the leading lady in the Hindi remake of Chatrapathi opposite Sreenivas Bellamkonda.

Chatrapathi marks the Bollywood debut of Sreenivas. And this pairing of Nushrratt and Sreenivas for the Hindi version is totally getting us excited. Now we wonder if we will also get to see Nushratt in a never-seen-before avatar in this one.

Talking about the role in Chatrapathi, Nushrratt says, “I am excited, but I also have goosebumps. This is my first Pan India action drama, and I couldn’t have asked for anything better than a film like Chatrapathi.

The official Hindi remake of S.S. Rajamouli’s 2005 Telugu blockbuster ‘Chatrapathi’, which also marks the big Bollywood debut of Telugu actor Sreenivas Bellamkonda, is all set for a pan-India release on May 12.

The action-packed teaser of ‘Chatrapathi’, which was dropped on Thursday, introduces the key character essayed by Bellamkonda, who pulls out all the stops for a perfect Bollywood launch with high-octane action and jaw-dropping stunts.

Says Bellamkonda: “I am happy to make my Bollywood debut with a special film like ‘Chatrapathi’, which is a thrilling and engaging mass action entertainer. Every moment working on this film was as exciting as it was challenging and we are happy to finally present it to audiences across India.”

The film is the official Hindi remake of S.S. Rajamouli’s Telugu blockbuster ‘Chatrapathi’ and is written by his father and veteran writer, V. Vijayendra Prasad, who’s known for his notable work in...

TollywoodIt is on March 25, 2022 that ‘Rrr’ hit the screens as a Pan-Indian film and was released in five languages.Rrr/TwitterIt has already been a year since SS Rajamouli’s magnum opus project Rrr starring Ram Charan and Jr Ntr in the lead roles released. It was on March 25, 2022 that Rrr hit the screens as a Pan-Indian film and was released in five languages including Telugu, Hindi, Malayalam, Kannada, and Tamil. And the movie went on to be released in other countries as well like Japan, China and the United states of America. It was well received by the audience and critics and is still running in theatres in some places. Marking the occasion of the anniversary, the movie team shared on Twitter: “It’s been a year since #RRRMovie was released and it is still running in theatres somewhere in the world, getting housefuls. This feeling is bigger than any award,...

TollywoodThe actor said that though he has a few projects in India as of now, he is looking forward to working outside India as well.Ahead of the Oscar award ceremony to be held on March 12 in Los Angeles, Tollywood actor Ram Charan is all busy interacting with the press and sharing his experiences with media houses in New York. In a recent video interview with ABC News, Ram Charan said that he has learned from SS Rajamouli, the director of Rrr, that cinema doesn't have a language, and that it is the emotion that makes a film what it is. Rrr (2022) is a Telugu-language action drama set in the backdrop of the pre-independence era, revolving around two fictional freedom fighters, Alluri Seetharama Raju and Komaram Bheem. The film was very well-received both in and outside of India, and the popular song ‘Naatu Naatu’ won Best Original Song at the Golden Globes.

Rrr is dancing back into theaters in the United States for a third time. Originally released in March 2022, Rrr unites two of Tollywood's biggest stars, N.T. Rama Rao Jr. and Ram Charan, for an epic story about brotherhood and bravery. The Telugu-language film, which was written and directed by S.S. Rajamouli based on a story by his father V. Vijayendra Prasad, has shattered cultural barriers and become a global phenomenon.

Now, Rrr is set to return to theaters in the United States for a third time as part of a Fan "CelebRRRation." Per Collider, a special screening will be held on March 1 at The Theater at Ace Hotel in Los Angeles featuring appearances from Rajamouli, Charan, the film's composer M.M. Keeravaani, and other special guests. After that, Rrr will roar into over 200 theaters across the United States starting on March 3.

Related: Rrr Movie Ending Explained (In Detail)

Why...

Hyderabad, Feb 18 (Ians) Well-known filmmaker S.S. Rajamouli has said that he is not sure if he would direct a film on Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), the script of which has been penned by his father and Rajya Sabha MP, Vijayendra Prasad.

In an interview to an international publication, the ‘Rrr’ and ‘Baahubali’ director said while he would be honoured to direct the story, he is not sure if his father had written this script for some other organisation or producer.

Terming the story as a beautiful, human and emotional drama, Rajamouli also revealed that he cried many times while reading it.

Vijayendra Prasad, who had written the stories for the blockbusters ‘Rrr’ and ‘Baahubali’, is currently working on a film about the RSS.

Prasad, who is a member of Rajya Sabha, had said in August last year that that he was going to helm both a film and a web series glorifying the RSS.

CinemaRajamouli also talked about his views on his father Vijayendra Prasad writing a film glorifying RSS among other political subjects. SS Rajamouli/File PhotoFilmmaker SS Rajamouli has responded to the criticism of Hindu nationalist overtones and casteist, Brahminical narratives in his blockbuster film Rrr in an interview with The New Yorker. Rajamouli also talked about his views on the Bharatiya Janata Party (Bjp), Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), atheism, caste, the impact of rising nationalist sentiments on cinema in India, his father Vijayendra Prasad writing a film glorifying RSS and many other political matters. The interview sets the context by noting that Rajamouli belongs to a dominant caste, the Kamma community. While Rrr has become a massive success beyond the Telugu states and India and won several awards in the United States, it has been criticised for portraying two real-life revolutionary leaders — Alluri Sitarama Raju and Komaram Bheem — with religious and nationalist tones.

Jason Blum is predicting this year’s Best Picture winner.

The Blumhouse founder and “M3GAN” mega-producer tweeted that S.S. Rajamouli’s historical epic “Rrr” will take home the 2023 Oscar for Best Picture.

“I’m going with ‘Rrr’ winning best pic,” Blum tweeted. “You heard it here first. Mark it down, please. If I’m right, I am awarding myself my own Oscar.”

Blum added, “It’s Rrr time. Don’t miss it. And no I’m not involved in any way. Nor do I know anyone associated with the movie. Just see it.”

“Rrr” centers on real-life revolutionaries Komaram Bheem and Alluri Sitarama Raju (Ram Charan), who fight for freedom from the British in the 1920s. Yet the Telugu-language epic was snubbed by India during the Oscar submissions, with the Film Federation of India instead endorsing the autobiographical drama “Last Film Show” about a young boy’s love of movies.

The ‘Variety’ editor responsible for making the Hollywood bible’s predictions for the Oscars and Emmys has a lot of good news for the makers of ‘Rrr’.

If Clayton Davis had the casting vote at the Academy, ‘Rrr’ would be a close runner-up to ‘Close’, Lukas Ghont’s 2022 Cannes Grand Prix-winning coming-of-age movie, in the Best Picture and the International Feature categories.

And if Davis were the God of All Things at the Academy, music composer M.M. Keeravaani, along with playback singers Suddala Ashok Teja and Kala Bhairava, would come home with the Oscar for ‘Komuram Bheemudo ‘, staving off a challenge from ‘Naatu Naatu’.

The period drama’s director, S.S. Rajamouli, is in the running for Best Director, but he gets an honourable mention, in a field topped by Todd Field, the helmer of the highly anticipated film, ‘Tar’.

Also to land an honourable mention is ‘Rrr’ star Jr...

‘Rrr’ director S S Rajamouli says the sequel to his blockbuster action hit is well underway, reports ‘Variety’. The filmmaker, who’s at this moment in the throes of his campaign for an Oscar, informed ‘Variety’ that his father and screenwriter Vijayendra Prasad is “seriously working on the story”, with his revolutionary heroes set to return for another epic battle with the colonising Brits.

The three-hour action-musical epic has been in the news for earning two Golden Globe nominations last week, for original song for the track ‘Naatu Naatu’ as well as best non-English language film. Rajamouli was also awarded best director by the New York Film Critics Circle.

The ‘Rrr’ helmer informed ‘Variety’ that a sequel wasn’t initially on the cards but has become more of a prospect as the film has found international success.

“When we were making it, we didn’t have an idea about [a sequel],” he said.

One of the great joys in my movie-going life was seeing the epic Indian action movie "Rrr" at Chicago's Music Box Theatre in its original Telugu language with a jam-packed house of raucous fans. The vibe in that room on that November evening, which was months after the initial theatrical run, an encore engagement, and a Netflix release, was so joyous. It was truly a celebration of cinema. Filmmaker S.S. Rajamouli was even in attendance to participate in a post-film Q&a, where he expressed that he was blown away by the overwhelmingly positive reaction of this historical fiction about friendship and revolution.

In addition to discussing his filmmaking process and further offering his gratitude for the warm reception in the Windy City and all over the world, Rajamouli revealed that talks of a sequel had begun. At that time, the conversations were purely preliminary, but his father and story...

“Rrr” director S.S. Rajamouli says the sequel to his blockbuster action hit is well underway. The filmmaker tells Variety that his father and screenwriter Vijayendra Prasad is “seriously working on the story,” with his revolutionary heroes set to return for another epic battle with the colonizing Brits.

Rajamouli assures a sequel wasn’t initially on the cards, but has become more of a prospect as the film has found international success.

“When we were making it, we didn’t have an idea about [a sequel],” he says. “With the initial success of it, we discussed a little bit and threw out some good ideas, but we didn’t feel there was a great idea that was worth pursuing, so we left it at that.

“Then, after the international success, when the topic came up again, my cousin [M. M. Keeravani] — who is also a part of my core team — gave an idea which we felt like,...

When the 2020 Oscar for original screenplay went to South Korea’s “Parasite” scribes, some were surprised, but they should not have been; the Academy has long been open to foreign-language contenders in all categories. As early as 1947, when the writing categories were a bit different, the Italian screenwriters Sergio Amidei and Federico Fellini nabbed a nomination for “Open City,” as did French scribe Jacques Prévert for “Children of Paradise.”

While during the 1940s and 1950s, barely a handful of foreign-language films reached the nomination stage for writing awards, by the 1960s, every year saw at least one non-English-speaking nominee, and some years, a whopping three. 1962 marked the first Oscar win for international scribes, with Ennio de Concini, Alfredo Gianetti and Pietro Germi claiming it for “Divorce Italian Style.” And in 1966, French screenwriters Claude Lelouch and Pierre Uytterhoeven nabbed a statuette for “A Man and a Woman.”

Although foreign-language writers continued...

Despite being snubbed as India’s international feature at the upcoming 2023 Oscars, “Rrr” picked up two nominations from the Golden Globes on Monday.

Directed by S.S. Rajamouli, the three-hour action-musical epic was nominated for best non-English language film and original song for the track “Naatu Naatu,” written by Kala Bhairava, M. M. Keeravani and Rahul Sipligunj.

The film is coming off a strong start to its awards season run after winning best director at the New York Film Critics Circle for Rajamouli. This past weekend at the L.A. Film Critics Assn. Awards, the movie won best music score for composer Keeravani, and Rajamouli was the runner-up for best director. In addition, the movie was among the top 10 films selected by New York Film Critics Online.

In the best non-English language film category, “Rrr” will be squaring off against “All Quiet on the Western Front” (Germany), “Argentina, 1985” (Argentina), “Close” (Belgium...

Rrr Variance Films Reviewed for Shockya.com by Abe Friedtanzer Director: S. S. Rajamouli Writer: S. S. Rajamouli, Vijayendra Prasad, Sai Madhav Burra, Madhan Karky Cast: N. T. Rama Rao Jr., Ram Charan, Ajay Devgn, Alia Bhatt Screened at: Crescent Theater, LA, 11/25/22 Opens: March 22nd, 2022 Every country’s film industry looks somewhat distinct and different, […]

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There's no question: "Rrr" is one of the best films of the year. We at /Film called it a "maximalist epic that puts Hollywood blockbusters to shame." While I can't speak for everyone on staff, I will firmly agree with these sentiments with my whole chest. S. S. Rajamouli's untouchable masterpiece has been captivating audiences all across the globe, thanks to the striking visuals and the historical-fiction saga co-written by V. Vijayendra Prasad of two legendary revolutionaries on the journey of a lifetime that leads to fighting against British colonialists in the 1920s. Despite its over 3-hour runtime, "Rrr" is jam-packed with so many unbelievable moments we cannot believe exist, and are certainly begging the Academy to do the right thing by giving "Rrr" as many Oscar nominations as humanly possible.

In a recent on-stage presentation at the 53rd International Film Festival of India (Iffi) in Goa, V. Vijayendra...

In a candid on-stage presentation at the 53rd International Film Festival of India (Iffi) in Goa, “Rrr” screenwriter, V. Vijayendra Prasad discussed looking to Indian epics for story inspiration.

Prasad was speaking on Tuesday at a well-attended session titled ‘The Master’s Writing Process’ that reviewed the octogenarian’s Telugu and Hindi language filmography. This includes “Magadheera,” “Bahubali,” “Bajrangi Bhaijaan” – and current hit “Rrr,” which was failed to be picked as India’s Oscar contender but is nevertheless a favorite to join the Academy Awards race.

“I go to our epics for inspiration,” he said, referencing the Indian epics “Mahabharata” and “Ramayana,” said Prasad. He argued that while there are no new stories, there are many emotions and ingredients which are reused and rewritten.

Vijayendra Prasad

Prasad began screenwriting in his late 40s, motivated by “hunger.” Watching films was his film school. “I needed a shortcut to learn the craft.

Veteran screenwriter K V Vijayendra Prasad, who has penned the scripts for epic films like ‘Baahubali’, ‘Rrr’ and ‘Magadheera’, has said that he does not write stories but “steals” them. Vijayendra Prasad, who is the father of director S S Rajamouli, was recently felicitated at the ongoing 53rd edition of the International Film Festival of India (Iffi).

According to a report, talking about how he started his journey, he said: “I did everything possible to earn a living including agriculture before becoming a writer. The writing came much later in life.”

During a workshop, he also talked about his screenwriting style. He mentioned that he always thinks of a twist at the interval and organises the story accordingly.

“You have to create something out of nothing. You have to present a lie, which looks like the truth. A person who can tell a good lie can be a good storyteller,...

Blasting into the public consciousness this year, S.S. Rajamouli’s bombastic, three-hour-long, Telugu-language, musical action epic Rrr has naturally received plenty of attention and kudos. It's perhaps not a surprise — though you do wonder what is left to include — that Rajamouli is developing a sequel.

As first reported by The Film Stage, the director attended a screening event in Chicago this weekend and revealed the latest news on a follow-up.

"My father [screenwriter V. Vijayendra Prasad], is the story writer for all my films," he said. "We discussed a bit about Rrr 2 and he’s working on the story."

Yet if that gets you excited, then you'll need to hold on. The new instalment isn't currently the director's next project. "My next film with Mahesh Babu will be a globetrotting action adventure," he said at the Toronto International Film Festival earlier this year. "It’s going to be a kind of...

The 53rd International Film Festival of India (Iffi), Goa got off to a spectacular start on Nov. 20, with the best of Bollywood on display.

A near full house at the 4,000-seater capacity Dr. Shyama Prasad Mukherjee Indoor Stadium witnessed performances from Bollywood stars Varun Dhawan, whose next film “Bhediya” is premiering at the festival, and Mrunal Thakur. There were on-stage appearances from A-listers Ajay Devgn, Kartik Aaryan, Manoj Bajpayee, Suniel Shetty, Paresh Rawal and Sara Ali Khan. Actor Aparshakti Khurana compered the evening.

South Indian cinema star Catherine Tresa Alexander performed to a medley of Telugu, Tamil and Kannada-language cinema hit songs and the southern industries were also represented by “Rrr” and “Baahubali” writer Vijayendra Prasad.

Presiding over proceedings was India’s Information & Broadcasting Minister Anurag Thakur. The country is celebrating 75 years of independence and Thakur said that India is on track over the next 25 years to become a global film shooting,...

Rrr filmmaker S.S. Rajamouli has said that his father, screenwriter Vijayendra Prasad, is “working on the story” for a sequel to the epic action smash.

When asked about the possibility of an Rrr 2 during a Chicago screening event at the weekend, Rajamouli said, “I would absolutely love to do that. I can’t reveal many details about it, but my father is the storywriter for all my films; we discussed a bit about it and he is working on the story.” This drew cheers from the Windy City crowd — and should certainly delight fans of the original which has grossed more than 140 million worldwide since breaking records upon release in March.

We had discussions, and my father (writer for Rrr) working on the ideas.

~ @ssrajamouli on Sequel to the #Rrr...

The International Film Festival Of India (Iffi) has announced the 15 films that will screen in competition at this year’s edition of the annual event, including recent festival favourites such as Maha Haj’s Mediterranean Fever and Lav Diaz’ When The Waves Are Gone, and three Indian films, including recent Busan premiere The Storyteller.

The selection of 12 international titles also includes Syrian filmmaker Soudade Kaadan’s Nezouh; Next Sohee, from South Korea’s Jung Ju-ri; Red Shoes, from Japan’s Toshiro Saiga; Cold As Marble, from Azerbaijan’s Asif Rustamov; Seven Dogs, from Argentina’s Rodrigo Guerrero; Ursula Meier’s The Line (La Ligne); Valentina Maurel’s I Have Electric Dreams, and two Iranian films – Dariush Mehrjui’s A Minor and Nader Saeivar’s No End.

South Asia is also represented by Maarya: The Ocean Angel, about a group of fishermen disturbed by a sex doll they find in the sea,...