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Tamil actor Jayam Ravi has officially announced his separation from his wife, Aarti Ravi, after 15 years of marriage. The couple, who have two sons, had faced months of speculation regarding their split, which the actor addressed on social media. In a heartfelt note posted on X (formerly Twitter), Ravi expressed that the decision to divorce was a deeply personal one made after much thought and discussion, stressing that it was in the best interest of all involved.

Ravi requested privacy during this difficult time, asking the public to refrain from making assumptions, spreading rumors, or engaging in speculation about their relationship. He expressed gratitude to his fans for their unwavering support throughout his career and emphasized that his priority remains bringing joy and entertainment to people. Despite the shock of the news, given the couple’s generally private nature since their marriage in 2009, fans have expressed their support.

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TollywoodThe actor had planned to get married to Shalini, his long-time girlfriend, at the Palazzo Versace in Dubai on April 15. Tnm StaffActor Nithiin's wedding with his long-time girlfriend Shalini has been postponed after Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced a 21-day lockdown of the country to prevent the spread of Covid-19. The couple had planned to get married at the Palazzo Versace in Dubai on April 15. But with the ongoing pandemic, they have decided to halt their plans. The actor, who is known for his films like Srinivasa Kalyanam and Chal Mohan Ranga, had got engaged in Hyderabad in February in the presence of close friends and family members. Nithiin was recently in the news for being the first actor from Tollywood to donate Rs 10 lakh both to the Telangana and Andhra Pradesh Chief Ministers' Relief Fund (Cmrf) to tackle the spread of the coronavirus. His contribution to both states...

TollywoodNithiin’s home banner Sresht Movies bankrolling it and the shooting will commence in a few months with the team planning for its release for Christmas 2020.Digital NativeBollywood film Andhadhun turned out to be a massive hit following which it is being remade in Tamil and Telugu. The Telugu remake rights of the film lapped up by Sudhakar Reddy, father of actor Nithiin. While there were various speculations on who would be playing the lead role in this remake, it has now been confirmed that Nithiin will be playing the lead and director Merlapaka Gandhi will be helming the remake. Initially, there were reports that Anasuya Bharadwaj is likely to reprise Tabu's role in the film. The latest report is that the makers are planning to rope in Tabu who played the role in the original and was praised for her terrific performance. Tabu made her successful come back...

TollywoodNithiin’s home banner Sresht Movies bankrolling it and the shooting will commence in a few months with the team planning for its release for Christmas 2020.Digital NativeBollywood film Andhadhun turned out to be a massive hit following which it is being remade in Tamil and Telugu. The Telugu remake rights of the film lapped up by Sudhakar Reddy, father of actor Nithiin. While there were various speculations on who would be playing the lead role in this remake, it has now been confirmed that Nithiin will be playing the lead and director Merlapaka Gandhi will be helming the remake. Initially, there were reports that Anasuya Bharadwaj is likely to reprise Tabu's role in the film. The latest report is that the makers are planning to rope in Tabu who played the role in the original and was praised for her terrific performance. Tabu made her successful come back...

KollywoodThe filmmakers were keen on having Ramya on board the remake and managed to get her dates, according to sources. Digital NativeA few days ago, there was news that Bollywood blockbuster Andhadhun will be remade in Tamil. Noted actor and filmmaker Thiagarajan has bagged the remake rights and will be producing the film under his banner with Mohan Raja, the king of remakes, as the director. Mohan Raja a.k.a Jayam Raja has directed several hit remakes in Tamil so far. Thiagarajan’s son and actor Prashanth will be reportedly reprising Ayushmann Khurrana’s role in the remake and is preparing himself well for the role. If industry grapevine is anything to go by, Ramya Krishnan, basking in the success of her recent web-series Queen, has been approached to play Tabu’s role from the original. It is a very pivotal role in the film and the filmmakers were...

Director Teja of Jayam fame, who recently tasted success with Nene Raju Nene Manthri (Nrnm), is planning to cast actor Jr Ntr in the biopic of his grandfather - popular actor and politician Nt Rama Rao. However, Jr Ntr’s role in the film is yet to be announced.

Ntr’s son Balakrishna, also an actor-politician will play the star in the biopic. The film is slated to release on May 28 – Ntr’s birthday.

Balakrishna was reportedly impressed with Teja’s Nrnm which was a political drama and asked him to direct the biopic.