2018 hit in Andhra - A L Vijay film silent release on OTT - Kamal - Prabhas film not Project K

The Malayalam film 2018 released in Kerala created a sensation at the box office and became the highest-grossing film in the Mollywood industry. Due to its immense popularity, the movie was dubbed into other languages such as Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Hindi. The success of this film reaffirmed that the Telugu audience is the most supportive when it comes to appreciating good content, making it a lucrative deal for Telugu buyers. The Telugu rights for the film were acquired at a relatively low price of around 1.25 Crores, inclusive of all expenses. However, within just 5 days, the movie grossed an impressive 6.4 Crores and earned a share exceeding 3 Crores. Trade circles anticipate that the film will continue to have a strong run during the second weekend as well. Overall, the 2018 Movie has proven to be a profitable venture for the buyers in the Telugu States.

Despite featuring a talented ensemble cast including Vishwak Sen, Rakul Preet Singh, Megha Akash, Manjima Mohan, and Prudhviraj (a Telugu actor), and being directed by Vijay, who has previously helmed notable films like Thalaivi, the movie BOO was quietly released on Jio Cinema without any significant promotion. It is currently available for streaming, and viewers who have watched it claim that it falls short in comparison to RGV's Darna Mana Hai, resembling a pale imitation. The production of BOO commenced during the second wave of the Covid pandemic. Additionally, A L Vijay is currently directing a film with Arun Vijay in the lead role.

The reports that Kamal haasan is play a baddie in Project K starring Prabhas is baseless. Kamal was approached by a bollywood company for a Prabhas film where both will share screen space as Ram Charan and NTR Jr in RRR. The director is not Nag Ashwin and once Kamal confirms, the production company will send the director to narrate the subject. Raj Kamal banner through this project will be making Bollywood rentry as co- producer.

Thalapathy v/s Dhanush for Puja fest - Vetrimaaran take on KGF - Keerthi Suresh films wrapped up

Thalapathy Vijay's film "Leo" and Dhanush's film "Captain Miller" are both scheduled to release in October. According to sources, the makers of "Leo" have announced October 19th as the release date. Similarly, Sathyajothi Thyagarajan, the producer of "Captain Miller," is also aiming for that date. The reason behind this preference is that the following Monday and Tuesday are holidays due to the Pooja festival, resulting in a five-day holiday run for the film. During a Q&A session, Thyagarajan mentioned that the film's subject and the director, Arun Matheeswaran, convinced him to invest significantly and transform it into a Pan Indian film. Some scenes required British actors, so the shooting schedule had to be adjusted to accommodate their availability. Consequently, after Vijay's film "Varisu" clashed with Ajith's "Thunivu" on January 11th during the Tamil New Year festival, now it will be Vijay versus Dhanush for the Ayudha Puja festival.

In an interview, producer Gananvelraja announced that Vetrimaaran and Dhanush will collaborate on a project set against the backdrop of the Kolar Gold Mines. Gananvelraja also mentioned that Vetrimaaran is currently conducting research on the subject. This revelation indicates that Vetrimaaran is working on a version of KGF that will be based on real incidents recorded in history. It is exciting news that the successful duo of Vetrimaaran and Dhanush, who have previously worked together on four hit movies, will be joining forces once again. After completing "Vidhuthalai 2," Vetrimaaran is set to direct Suriya's "Vaadivasaal."

Hombale Films, the acclaimed production house behind blockbuster hits like 'KGF Chapter 2' and 'Kantara,' is delighted to announce the successful completion of the shooting for their First Tamil film, 'Raghuthatha.' This highly anticipated movie, directed by the award-winning writer of 'Family Man,' Suman Kumar, promises to captivate audiences with its powerful storytelling and remarkable performances. Starring the immensely talented national award-winning actor Keerthy Suresh in the lead role, 'Raghuthatha' marks Hombale Films' first venture into Tamil cinema. Keerthy Suresh, known for her exceptional acting skills and extensive body of work in Malayalam, Tamil and Telugu films, has once again delivered a stellar performance that is sure to leave audiences in awe. 'Raghuthatha' is an empowering tale of a young woman's journey to save the identity of her people and land. Producer Viay Kiragandur expresses his enthusiasm for the project, stating, ‘Raghuthatha’ is a hilarious story of a fierce, rebellious young woman who has to choose between principle and patriarchy. Hombale Films has established a reputation for delivering exceptional cinematic experiences, evident in their recent successes with 'KGF Chapter 2' and 'Kantara.' With 'Raghuthatha,' they continue to push boundaries and offer thought-provoking narratives that resonate with audiences on a deeper level. Having completed the shooting for 'Raghuthatha', Hombale Films now embarks on the post-production phase, bringing together the creative efforts of a talented crew. The film features a stellar ensemble cast, including veteran actor M S Bhaskar, Devadarshini, Ravindra Vijay, Anandsami and Rajesh Balakrishnan, who have delivered impactful performances in their respective roles. The production team of 'Raghuthatha' consists of accomplished professionals who have contributed their expertise to create a captivating cinematic experience. Ramcharantej Labani serves as the production (art) designer, music director Sean Roldan, known for his work in 'Jai Bhim,' has composed the film's score and national award-winning costume designer Poornima has crafted the characters' distinctive looks. Anand has lent his skills as the sound designer, while Yamini Y has skillfully captured the film's visuals as the cinematographer. T S Suresh has taken charge of film editing, ensuring a seamless and engrossing narrative. 'Raghuthatha' is set to enthrall audiences when it releases in the third quarter of 2023. Hombale Films has a huge line up for the next 2 years. Salaar starring Prabhas is slated to release in September 2023, Dhoomam starring Fahadh Fasil due to release in June 2023. In addition to these, there will be 2 more regional releases which will happen in this year from the production house. They have been on a roll after the humongous success of Kantara and KGF Chapter 2. Hombale Films has always embraced innovation and consistently strives to provide their fans with unique and unparalleled cinematic experiences. With a unique storyline in Raghuthatha, they’re aiming to start another revolution in the entertainment industry.

Ajith 'Vidamuyarchi is on - Chinmayi takes on Kamal Haasan for double standards

According to insiders from Lyca Productions, the producers of Ajith's film AK 62, also known as 'Vidamuyarchi,' a large set is currently being constructed in Chennai, and the shooting is scheduled to commence on June 2. These sources have dismissed the rumors suggesting that Ajith had second thoughts about working in the movie due to the recent raids conducted by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on the company. They deem these speculations unfounded. The initial report that circulated claimed that Ajith, being an honest taxpayer, had ceased working with Producer A M Rathinam after their production house was raided. The film 'Araambaam,' starring Ajith, was released on October 31, 2013, and just before its release, the company faced a raid by the authorities, along with Actor Santhanam and Producer Gananvel Raja. Subsequently, Ajith went on to appear in two more films, namely 'Yennai Arindhal' and 'Vedhalam,' both released in 2015. The sources further revealed that Lyca Productions did not issue any denial regarding these rumors since they originated from a YouTube channel known for its anti-Ajith stance and targeted approach. As Lyca Productions funds and distributes their films independently, they do not feel obligated to address such speculations. As for Ajith himself, he typically refrains from reacting to such rumors and instead brushes them off with laughter.

Singer Chinmayi has highlighted the hypocrisy of Actor-Politician Kamal Haasan, resulting in a strong backlash from fans. Trolls and hate messages have been pouring in, although a few individuals are supporting her and admiring her courage to speak up. The controversy originated five years ago when an unnamed singer spoke out about experiencing sexual harassment from Lyricist Vairamuthu. Chinmayi, a renowned artist who has received the Padma Shri and national awards, shared her own encounter during a performance in Switzerland. She alleged that she and her mother were instructed to stay behind after the show and "cooperate" with Vairamuthu, prompting her to swiftly leave the premises. Subsequently, she was directly asked to cooperate or face consequences from a politician who threatened to label her as someone who spoke ill of him. Following these events, Chinmayi discovered that her name had been removed from the Dubbing Artistes Union, with the justification being her failure to pay membership fees. Consequently, her dubbing career, where she lent her voice for Telugu-to-Tamil translations and notably voiced Samantha, came to an abrupt end. Although she obtained a court stay order, she is currently unable to secure any work opportunities.Regarding her singing career, nobody is approaching her to sing. Chinmayi has continuously raised the issue, causing A R Rahman, who frequently collaborated with Vairamuthu, to stop working with him. Many people believed that if ARR and Vairamuthu had joined forces for Ponniyin Selvan, it would have created a completely different atmosphere. Kamal did not remain silent about Chinmayi's tweet concerning Vairamuthu. He stated that it was up to the person mentioned in the tweet to respond. Given the close relationship between Kamal and Vairamuthu, this response was significant, as some individuals believed that the actor should have spoken up for his friend. Rehana, Rahman's sister and a music director herself, revealed that Rahman was incredulous upon learning about the allegations. Many people questioned Rehana about inviting Vairamuthu to her wedding after the incident, to which she explained that her in-laws were unaware of the incident, and not inviting him would have raised suspicions as to why she didn't extend an invitation to the acclaimed lyricist, who wrote the lyrics for the song composed by ARR and earned her a national award.

Rajini- Balakrishna - Shivaraj combo film - Jio rattles OTT market - Lal B'Day gift - PS 2 real collection

Rajinikanth and Balakrishna are collaborating on a film, which will be produced by Kannada superstar Shivraj Kumar, who will also have a role in the movie. Hombale Films, known for their work on the KGF series, will finance this two-part film. The director of the project will be Harsha. According to sources, the first part will conclude with Balakrishna's dramatic entrance, while the second part will showcase the combined presence of all three superstars. It is worth mentioning that Balakrishna had invited Rajinikanth to attend the NTR Golden anniversary, and Rajinikanth reciprocated by attending the event. Additionally, Shivaraj Kumar and Balakrishna share a friendship since their time together studying in Chennai. The close bond between Rajinikanth and the Rajkumar family is well-known in the film industry. Shivraj Kumar will make a cameo appearance in Rajinikanth's upcoming film "Jailer." Currently, Balakrishna is occupied with the shooting of "NBK108," directed by Anil Ravipudi, which is scheduled for release on Dussehra. It remains uncertain whether Balakrishna's next project will be another multistarrer or if there will be another film in between, as no clear information is available.

Jio Cinema has scheduled the premiere of Shahid Kapoor's film "Bloody Daddy" on June 9th, while Vishwak Sen and Rakul Preet Singh's movie "Boo" will be premiered on May 27th. Netizens were pleasantly surprised to learn that Jio Cinema will be showcasing a new movie every week. Within approximately a month of announcing their partnership, Jio Cinema, under the leadership of Mukesh Ambani, has made content from the renowned US television network HBO available. HBO and Warner Brothers collaborated with Reliance to bring their original content to Jio Cinema, marking the end of their association with Disney+ Hotstar on March 31st. Furthermore, Jio Cinema has introduced an annual subscription plan priced at Rs 999, specifically for Hollywood content. With a rapid pace, Jio Cinema aims to attract a large number of Indian users to enjoy its daily content. They started by securing exclusive digital rights for the prestigious Indian Premier League, followed by acquiring rights to exclusive American content.

Mohanlal marked his birthday at his residence in Kochi alongside his wife, Suchithra. He was joined by his close friend and former Kerala minister, Shibu Baby John also Producer of his upcoming film Malaikottai Valiban, as well as actor-director Major Ravi, who were present to celebrate with him at his home. While being showered with numerous delightful surprises from his colleagues and friends in the industry, Mohanlal's close friend and businessman Alex K. Varghese, from Hedge Equities, presented him with a remarkable gift on Sunday. The gift came in the form of a car, specifically the Kia EV6 model, with a value of Rs. 72 lakhs. As the brand ambassador of Hedge Equities, Mohanlal was honored with this special gift to mark his 63rd birthday. Accompanied by his wife Suchitra, Mohanlal excitedly unveiled the new wheels and thoroughly explored the car. Malayalam superstar chose to keep his 63rd birthday celebration relatively low-key.

According to trade sources, as Lyca unveiled the 25th Day poster of "Pooniyin Selvan 2," it was reported that the film's theatrical business in India has concluded at Rs 115 crores. This figure is Rs 90 crores lower than the earnings of "PS 1." Additionally, the film performed better in other states compared to its predecessor, grossing Rs 53 crores in three South Indian states, with a significant portion of Rs 22 crores coming from Kerala. While "Ponniyin Selvan 2" initially showed promise in the overseas market during the first two weeks, it gradually lost screen count and experienced a decline in box office collections.The total international box office earnings of 'Ponniyin Selvan 2' are projected to be approximately Rs 125 crores, incorporating the Rs 43 crores generated from the USA market.

Does Srivalli die in Pushpa2 ? 2018 in Telugu

The internet is abuzz with news about Pushpa 2 movie. Rashmika Mandanna has been cast as Srivalli in the film, alongside the stylish star Allu Arjun in the lead role. However, there is a viral rumor that her character will meet a tragic end. Additionally, it has been reported that Ranveer Singh will portray a police officer in the sequel. Rashmika Mandanna, the actress, has been subjected to constant trolling by a group of internet users. She strongly reacts to such behavior. Recently, a photo went viral, claiming that Srivalli's character will die in Pushpa 2. Many people believed this news without realizing it was untrue. Some individuals even shared a picture of another actress, falsely claiming it to be Srivalli's role in Pushpa 2. The photo depicted the actress lying as if dead. However, the reality is that this picture is from a Marathi movie, and the actress in the photo merely resembles Rashmika Mandanna. The photo circulating in connection to Srivalli's character death is not authentic. The Pushpa team has not responded to these rumors. Given the increasing interest of Bollywood stars in making films in Tollywood, there is a possibility that such collaborations might occur. It is known that Sai Ali Khan will be playing the role of the antagonist in the Jr NTR starrer Devara, directed by Koratala Siva. There are also rumors about Akshay being considered for Mahesh's movie. Furthermore, there are speculations that Ranveer Singh might join the cast of the highly anticipated rural drama Pushpa 2, which features Rashmika Mandanna in the female lead role.

This weekend, two Malayalam films have been dubbed into Telugu and are set to release. One of them is available on Amazon Prime Video, while the other will be screened in theaters. The highly anticipated "2018 Everyone is a Hero movie" is currently enjoying great success at the Mollywood box office, having recently surpassed the 100 crore mark. Producer Bunny Vas garu, known for his passion, will release the Telugu version of the film on May 26, with distribution in the Nizam area handled by Geetha Film Distribution. Additionally, Amazon Prime Video is now streaming 'Puli - The 19th Century,' the Telugu-dubbed adaptation of the Malayalam film 'Pathonpatham Noottandu.' This film boasts stunning visuals and captivating action scenes, which are some of its standout features. The Telugu version of the film is titled 'Puli - The...

Manju Warrier shoot begins

In the vicinity of Chimney Dam, at the heart of Thrissur, renowned actress Manju Warrier has initiated the commencement of "Footage," an intriguing new film that serves as the directorial debut for celebrated editor Saiju Sreedharan. This milestone shot signals the beginning of an exciting cinematic journey. Saiju Sreedharan, the mastermind behind the editing of blockbuster hits such as "Anchaam Pathira," "Kumbalangi Nights," and "Maheshinte Pratikaram," has ventured into the director's realm, adding another dimension to his already illustrious career in the film industry. The formidable talent, Manju Warrier, leads the cast, alongside Visakh Nair, Gayathri Ashok, and others. Bineesh Chandran and Saiju Sreedharan produce the film under the joint banners of Movie Bucket, Cast & Co, and Pale Blue Dot Pictures. Rahul Rajeev and Suraj Menon serve as co-producers, while Aneesh C Salim holds the position of Line producer. The screenplay and dialogues for "Footage" are a collaborative effort between Shabna Muhammad and Saiju Sreedharan. The film boasts a talented creative team, including cinematographer Shinoz and art director Appunni Sajan. Nixon George leads the sound design, Mindstin Studios provides the VFX, and Sameera Saneesh designs the costumes. This cinematic venture also delves into the innovative use of found footage, adding a unique element to the film. The project is designed by Sandeep Narayan, with Aswekeepsearching contributing the songs and Sushin Shyam crafting the background score. As production begins, fans and critics eagerly await the unveiling of what this powerhouse team will bring to the silver screen. With the captivating combination of Manju Warrier's acting prowess and Saiju Sreedharan's directorial debut, "Footage" is poised to capture attention in the months to come.

Nayanthara builds Multiplex in Chennai - Kamal to be honored - Khushboo ma in law Kerala temple

Renowned actor Kamal Haasan, aged 68, will be honored with the esteemed Outstanding Achievement in Indian Cinema award at the IIFA 2023. Haasan's journey began at a tender age of six when he appeared as a child artist in the 1960 Tamil film 'Kalathur Kannamma,' where he received the President's Gold Medal. Throughout his illustrious career, he has garnered four National Awards, establishing himself as a multifaceted talent in the realms of acting, filmmaking, screenplay writing, playback singing, and television hosting. His artistic contributions extend beyond Tamil cinema, encompassing Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, Hindi, and Bengali industries. Kamal Haasan, a recipient of the esteemed Padma Shri and Padma Bhushan awards, stands as a living legend within the realm of Indian cinema. Notably, the upcoming IIFA 2023 will feature a captivating fashion show titled Sobha Realty IIFA Rocks, where Manish will showcase an exquisite collection that seamlessly blends "old world charm with the new world." The grand awards night, scheduled for May 27 in Abu Dhabi, will be skillfully hosted by Abhishek Bachchan and Vicky Kaushal. Preceding the main event, IIFA Rocks will take place on May 26.

According to a report, Nayanthara has acquired Agasthya Theatre in North Chennai and plans to transform it into a multiplex. The announcement of Agastya Theatre's closure was made on September 1, 2020, citing reasons such as poor revenues. Situated in the vibrant area of Tondiarpet, this historic theatre delighted audiences for 53 years with its impressive seating capacity of over 1000 seats. It showcased a wide array of movies, ranging from the classic "Ulagamsutrum Valiban" starring the Late CM G Ramachandran to the latest releases of Ajith and Vijay. However, the theatre's revenues gradually declined due to various factors. Agastya Theatre, which opened its doors in 1967 with the screening of "Bama Vijayam" directed by Balachandar, underwent an upgrade to a Dolby theater during Kurudip Funal. Located on Tiruvottiyur highway, Agasthya Theatre holds the distinction of being one of the largest theatres in Chennai, boasting a capacity of 1004 seats.

Asianet News Tamil interpreted Khushboo's photo on Twitter, in which she posed inside a Kerala temple, with the caption stating that her mother in law's father, built the temple, was interpreted differently. This interpretation differs from the original understanding that it was her mother-in-law's father, who is Sundar's grandfather, that built the temple. The report states that Khushbu 's grandfather a Muslim built the temple and also praises Kushboo's grandfather for his secular values and commends his influence on his granddaughter, who is currently a member of the BJP and the NCW.

Trisha in Gaurav direction - Deepika asks Rs 30 crores for Simbhu film -Nawazuddin Siddiqui in Venkatesh film -VSP In Malay

Actress Trisha Krishnan, known for her role as Kundavai in the Ponniyin Selvan series, has collaborated with acclaimed director Gaurav Narayanan, known for movies like Thoonga Nagaram and Sigaram Thodu, for her 68th film, tentatively titled Kolai Vazhakku. According to reliable sources, the upcoming film will have a strong female protagonist, with Trisha taking on the lead role. The shooting is scheduled to commence in July, following Trisha's completion of her current project, Leo. The production team is also in discussions with prominent actors from the Telugu, Malayalam, and Kannada film industries to portray significant roles in the movie. Vels Film International Ltd will produce the film, and an official announcement is expected soon. Trisha is presently occupied with the filming of Leo, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, and eagerly anticipates the release of her next film, The Road, helmed by Arun Vaseegaran. Recognized as the "South Queen" by her loyal fans, Trisha is also involved in the upcoming web series Brinda, which is set to premiere on Sony Liv in the coming months. Furthermore, there are speculations suggesting that she is in talks to portray the female lead in Ajith's Vidaa Muyarchi.

Deepika Padukone has reportedly demanded a remuneration of Rs 30 crores for her role opposite Simbu. Adding to the surprise, she also disclosed a list of expenses that raised eyebrows. The request included luxurious accommodation, with the entire floor of a hotel being booked exclusively for her during the shooting days. Additionally, there were inquiries about travel expenses and expenses related to her staff. It is widely known that Deepika Padukone pushed the boundaries of glamour in her recent film, Pathan. Her portrayal garnered significant attention and criticism due to her bold display of skin. In a particular song, she danced alongside Shahrukh Khan, and her costumes were heavily criticized for being deemed indecent.For Telugu film Project K opposite Prabhas , she was paid Rs 20 crores.

The 75th landmark film of renowned Telugu actor Victory Venkatesh, titled "Sainthav," is directed by the highly talented Sailesh Kolanu and produced by Venkat Boyanapalli under Niharika Entertainment. This upcoming film is a grand action-packed commercial venture featuring prominent actors from the Indian film industry. Notably, each character in the movie holds significant importance. Nawazuddin Siddiqui, the versatile Bollywood actor, is making his debut in the Telugu film industry with "Sainthav." As a special birthday treat, the filmmakers have unveiled Nawazuddin Siddiqui's character poster from the film. His role as Vikas Malik portrays a ruthless antagonist, depicted in the poster while sitting on the hood of a luxurious car and smoking a beedi. Dressed in neo-classical attire, he embodies the most brutal villain in the story. The film also stars Shraddha Srinath as Manokya, the lead actress, along with Ruhani Sharma as Dr. Renu and Andrea Jeremiah as Jasmine. The music for the film is composed by Santhosh Narayanan, while S. Manikandan handles the cinematography. Gary BH serves as the editor, and Avinash Kolla takes charge as the production designer. Kishore Thallur serves as the co-producer. "Sainthav" is a pan-Indian film set to release in all South Indian languages, as well as Hindi, on December 22, coinciding with Christmas.

Director- Producer Arumuga Kumar movie features Makal Selvan Vijay Sethupathi, Yogi Babu, Rukmini Vasanth, PS Avinash, Divya Pillai, Bablu, Rajkumar, and other talented actors. The cinematography is skillfully handled by Karan Bahadur Rawat, while the music is composed by Justin Prabhakaran. R. Govindaraj is in charge of the editing work, and A.K. Pearl takes care of the art direction. The action scenes are crafted by Dinesh Kumar Subparayan. Produced by 7 C's Entertainment Film Company and B. Arumuga Kumar, this film falls under the action entertainer genre. The pooja pooja was held in Malaysia and is second collaboration between VSP and the director after after Oru Nalla Naal Paathu Solren.

Dhanush - Kamal - Nelson combo , Rashmika - Nivin Pauly -Jude film , Mohanlal B'Day,

According to a report, a film directed by Nelson Dilipkumar and starring Dhanush will be produced by Kamal Haasan's production RKFI. Dhanush is currently finishing up his work on the high-budget film "Captain Miller," produced by Sathyajyothi Films, while Nelson is in the final stages of his film "Jailer" featuring Rajinikanth. The report states that Rajinikanth expressed to Kamal Haasan his satisfaction with the rushes of "Jailer" and expressed confidence that it would be a successful film. Nelson proposed a project to Kamal, who mentioned that he was occupied with other commitments. However, Nelson informed him that Dhanush had approved the subject, prompting Kamal to suggest pursuing that project and offering to produce it. Currently, it is expected that Dhanush will join Shekar Kammula's Hindi film, and he also has plans to revive his own production banner and pursue directing.

It is highly likely that Rashmika Mandanna will make her debut in Malayalam cinema alongside Nivin Pauly in a film directed by Jude Anthony, known for his 2018 hit. Jude Anthany Joseph recently announced his collaboration with Nivin Pauly, marking their reunion since Ohm Shanthi Oshaana. The director has now disclosed his plans to bring on board Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Sethupathi as co-stars alongside Nivin. Discussions regarding this casting decision have already commenced. According to Jude, their upcoming film with Nivin will be a complete mass entertainer. It will be fascinating to witness the director's success in bringing these three stars together. While Vijay Sethupathi has previously appeared in Malayalam films like Marconi Mathai and 19 (1)(a), Rashmika's entry into the Malayalam film industry is yet to occur.

On his upcoming birthday on May 21, Mohanlal will unveil new updates regarding his forthcoming project and provide details about three films currently in various stages of production. One exciting revelation is that Ashwirwaad Films, the production company behind the successful film Lucifer directed by Prithviraj, will join forces with Hombale Films based in Karnataka, the producer of the KGF franchise. Together, they will finance the film Empuran, which will be directed by Prithviraj himself, who will also serve as a co-producer. Mohanlal will soon conclude the shoot of Malaikottai Valiban, directed by Lijo, in Chennai, and then proceed to Madurai for the shooting of Empuran. Furthermore, Mohanlal's directorial debut film Barooz and Jithu Joseph's film Ram are anticipated to be unveiled as birthday gifts for his fans, providing them with more details about these projects.

Bhai- Sleeper Cell poster out - The Kerala Story killed Farhana

The film "Bhai Sleeper Cell" features a poster with the tagline "Religion is a political tool," depicting a man wearing a Muslim skull cap surrounded by guns, ammunition, cash, and various packets. This portrayal has raised concerns among groups that oppose negative representations of their community. However, Director Kamalnathan Bhuvan Kumar, in order to dispel any notion of tarnishing the Muslim community, involved Indian Muslim League ex-MLA and party secretary KAM Mohamad Abubacker (IUML) and Arjun Sampath of Hindu Makkal Katchi, along with Bishop SM, in releasing the poster, despite not having seen the film. The director emphasizes that "Bhai" should not be interpreted as referring to a person from the Muslim community, but rather as a term for brother or friend. He assures that the film's portrayal of sleeper cells is intended to promote peace. The story revolves around the actions of a few individuals that bring a bad reputation to the community as a whole. Aadhava Easwara plays the lead role in the movie, with Nikisha as the heroine and Dheeraj Kher as the villain. The film has been produced by the director- hero, along with Sri Niva, and was shot primarily indoors over a span of 23 days. The music is composed by Jithin K Roshan. The film highlights the exploitation of poverty, where religious leaders manipulate people's beliefs and use them for their own political ideologies. The film has been given a U/A rating by the censor board, with some sound mutes, and the title has been retained as it is considered fitting for the subject. PVR, who also distributed "The Kerala Story," has taken up the distribution of this movie, set to release in June. The director explains that the film's non-linear narrative style is innovative, with the first part posing several questions that are answered in the second part. As of now, the film "Farhana," which was released last week, is no longer in theaters. Although major groups like the Muslim League, an ally of the ruling party DMK, expressed objections, it turned out to be a box office disaster. On its opening day, it collected Rs 34 lakhs but witnessed a continuous decline. However, it received positive reviews.

The release of the movie "Farhana," directed by Nelson Venkatesan, was adversely affected by the fallout of "The Kerala Story" at the box office. The film's promotional poster featured only Aishwarya Rajesh wearing a burqa. As word spread that the movie portrayed Muslim women negatively, fringe groups began issuing threats and calling for a boycott. When "The Kerala Story" was screened, BJP leaders and their followers initially attended the movie halls, while the general public stayed away due to the presence of police officers conducting security checks, which intimidated many. As anticipated, the film's box office collections gradually declined since the support of BJP activists alone was insufficient to sustain it. Eventually, PVR withdrew the film from screening. In the case of "Farhana," individuals such as Manushiyaputhran, a renowned writer who is also a Muslim, provided a clear explanation that there were no scenes portraying Muslim women in a negative light. In fact, he had written the dialogues himself. Despite being recognized as a progressive writer, his input was disregarded by conservative groups. Farhana, the main character, is a housewife and mother living with her husband and in-laws in a small, lower middle-class family. They run a shop selling non-branded footwear, but due to the lack of demand for such items, they struggle financially. To improve their situation, Farhana takes a job at a call center, initially trained to persuade customers to apply for credit cards. However, she unexpectedly finds herself transferred to a phone sex talk center where the pay and incentives are higher. Initially repulsed by the explicit questions asked by callers, Farhana eventually forms an emotional connection with a caller who confides in her. Unfortunately, these conversations are later used to blackmail her. The film avoids any sleazy portrayal or a transformation of Farhana from a traditional, conservative woman to a more carefree character, as commonly seen in such narratives. The focus on the sex talk aspect is brief and not emphasized. The Muslim religion is portrayed as devout, with Farhana even observing her namaz (prayers) during breaks at work. Farhana's office colleagues discourage her from taking up the phone sex job, believing it does not suit her mentality. On her first day in this new role, she becomes physically sick upon hearing the conversations. The film is technically well-executed, with exceptional cinematography, and features outstanding music by Jutin. Aishwarya, who plays the title role, does justice to the character. Unfortunately, the film faced controversy, which deterred the average moviegoer due to perceptions of it being anti-Muslim propaganda. The only drawback of the film is its slow pacing in narration. It would be better suited for viewing on an OTT (over-the-top) platform rather than in theaters. As a damage control measure, a special screening was organized for Muslim groups after the film's release. Representatives from the SDPI (Social Democratic Party of India), including State General Secretary Asst Umar Farooq, State Secretary AK Karim, Chennai North Zone President Muhammad Rasheed, and South Chennai North District President Muhammad Salim, participated in the screening. At the end of the movie, State General Secretary A.S. Umar Farooq stated that "Farhana movie does not contain any controversial scenes or scandals." He praised the realistic portrayal of a woman from a modest background and expressed gratitude to director Mr. Nelson for taking early screening measures to prevent unnecessary problems and demonstrating a sense of social responsibility. Despite SDPI providing a favorable assessment, IUML has yet to do the same. Today, Book My Show does not display any screenings of the movie in any theaters, although it managed to collect approximately Rs 1.25 crores. Recent reports indicate that police officers have been stationed outside Aishwarya Rajesh's residence. Additionally, Aishwarya's mother, who was listed as one of the awardees for the Governor's Mother's Day, reportedly did not attend the event. In an attempt to support Producer S R Prabhu, who is also a relative, actors Suriya and Karthi took to Twitter to praise the film, but their efforts proved unsuccessful.Dubbed version in Hindi too has been released and got bad reviews and praise for Aishwarya Rajesh.

Indian 2 shoot on despite ED raid - Venkat Prabhu locks Thalapathy -

Despite the raid conducted by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Lyca Productions, the filming of the movie "Indian 2," featuring Kamal Haasan and directed by Shankar, continued without interruption in Chennai. "Indian 2" has faced numerous challenges throughout its production, including a tragic accident on set, an ongoing dispute between the production house and the director, and the unfortunate passing of actors Nedumudi Venu and Vivek. Furthermore, the film's lead actress, Kajal Aggarwal, got married and became a mother to a baby girl. Despite these setbacks, Shankar, with a new cast, had to balance his work between completing Ram Charan's film "Game Changer" and wrapping up "Indian 2." He has successfully finished shooting the Ram Charan film and is currently finalizing the Kamal Haasan film. Kamal, who has viewed the footage, expressed his belief that "Indian 2" would set a new standard for Tamil Cinema. However, there remains a question as to whether the ED will freeze Lyca India's bank accounts, which could potentially disrupt the production of "Indian 2" once again.

Meeting of Venkat Prabhu and Thalapathy Vijay has led to talk that the next film after Leu will be in this combo. Venkat last release with Naga Chaitanya and Aravind Swamy titled Custody is a big flop. Karthik Subburaj was in the list with Telugu director Gopichand were in the running to direct Vijay.

NTr Jr 30 being shot in Taher Cine Tekniq owned studio in Shamshabad area in Hyderabad is said to partly owned by the actor. He has made a heavy investment in it and with latest equipment’s, it has become the new destination for film makers. The company was already in the biz of supplying equipment’s for shooting.

‘Naam Season 2’ will stream on Netflix from May 19, 2023. Naam series is produced by 360 Entertainment Productions for Mediacorp Vasantham (a state-owned media conglomerate in Singapore) and is written and directed by T Suriavelan, who plays a unique role that blends both the shades of protagonist and antagonist. The first season revolves around the journey and struggles of 6 aspiring musicians, who collaborate, to accomplish their vision and dream: A stage to perform. While this journey exposes them to betrayals, jealousy, misunderstandings, and many instances that break their bond, they face an uncalled-for upheaval from an orphaned man, who found and lost his beloved ones in the family. What happens when these characters cross paths forms the crux of Season 1. The ‘Naam Season 2’ will double the raciness, grandeur, and riveting elements with more characters joining the play to enthrall the audiences.

Atlee next with Varun Dhawan - Jyothika in Ajay Devgan film - Robin in Bigg Boss Malayalam 5

Director Atlee's next project will be a Hindi film featuring Varun Dhawan as the lead actor. This marks Atlee's second venture into Bollywood after directing Shah Rukh Khan's "Jawan". In this upcoming film, Atlee is also co-producing with Murad Khetani. The casting for the female lead and antagonist is expected to be finalized by June. According to sources, the film will have a strong emotional and dramatic storyline, with action being a key component. The team is aiming to create stylish and grand action sequences for Varun. The shooting is scheduled to take place over four to five months, starting from August, with plans for a global theatrical release in the summer of 2024. The announcement of Atlee directing Varun has put an end to speculations that he will direct Thalapathy Vijay's next project.

Jyothika has signed on for her second Hindi film, after completing "Sri" opposite Rajkumar. This time, she will be paired with Ajay Devgn and R Madhavan and will be playing the role of a possessed woman in a remake of the Gujarati blockbuster. The film's central theme revolves around the heroine, who is the subject of a sorcerer with black magic who has control over her. A good sorcerer then battles to save her from the black magic powers. The role has shades of Jyothika's character in the Tamil film "Chandramukhi." Her last Tamil film was "Udanpirappe," which was her 50th film. The yet-to-be-titled film will be produced by Ajay Devgn along with Kumar Mangat Pathak and Abhishek Pathak, and filming is set to begin in June. The latest news is that Ajay Devgn plans to complete this supernatural thriller in a 45-day schedule, shooting across Mussoorie, London, and Mumbai. This may be Ajay's fastest film in recent times. It's worth noting that Ajay had previously remade Jyothika's husband Suriya's brother Karthi's Tamil film "Kaithi" as "Bholaa."

The latest buzz surrounding Bigg Boss Malayalam season 5 is the potential entrance of Dr. Robin Radhakrishnan and Dr. Rajith Kumar. The season has already completed 50 days, but it has failed to generate any significant drama or controversy among its contestants, resulting in static TRP ratings. Both Dr. Robin and Dr. Rajith were participants in previous seasons but were evicted due to physical altercations with other contestants. However, they are now expected to make a wild card entry into the current season. Jasmine Moosa, who had a heated exchange with Dr. Robin and Dr. Rajith on Instagram, has expressed her desire for viewers to vote them out of the show. She also mentioned that while she cannot earn a doctorate in just two days, she could potentially not make a comeback on the show. Another contestant on the show, Akhil Marrar, had a public argument with Dr. Robin after accusing him of sending people to boo actor Unni Mukundan during a film promotion event in Calicut. Sources suggest that Dr. Robin and Dr. Ra R

2018 opens bigger than Chatrapathi in Mumbai - Raja and Bharathiraja team up after a decade

According to trade reports, on its first day, the 2018 Malayalam film collected more than the highly anticipated Chatrapathi and went on to surpass IB 71's collections by the weekend. Despite Bellamkonda Srinivas' popularity from his dubbed films on YouTube, his Hindi debut turned out to be a disappointment. The film was heavily promoted in Mumbai, but the Hindi remake of the original, which was directed by S S Rajamouli, failed to impress. In contrast, the 2018 Malayalam film's Hindi dubbed version collected Rs 1.10 crores on its opening day alone, thanks to positive reviews and word-of-mouth publicity. The film's failure can be attributed to the fact that audiences have been watching Hindi dubbed versions of Rajamouli's Telugu films since Bahubaali. Although the original film was released 18 years ago and the remake retained the same screenplay, some felt that it appeared outdated to today's audience. Additionally, comparisons between Srinivas and Prabhas, who starred in the Telugu film, worked against the former. Some reviews criticized Srinivas for doing nothing more than beating up bullies, while others felt that Nushrat Barucha's performance was her worst to date. Some even labeled the Chatrapati remake as one of the worst films in recent times. In contrast, the 2018 Malayalam film has been a box office success. It had a sensational opening weekend overseas, grossing around 15.05 crores before continuing to perform well during the week and bringing in a total overseas collection of around 28 crores during its first week. The film's opening weekend in Gulf countries was even bigger than that of Marvel's Part 3, and in the UAE box office, it beat out "Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3" to become the biggest movie of the weekend.

To celebrate the deep and cheerful tales of Modern Love Chennai, Prime Video launched an exciting multi-composer music album for the third Indian adaptation of Modern Love Franchise, the internationally acclaimed Original anthology helmed by John Carney. Following the success of Modern Love Mumbai and Modern Love Hyderabad, mesmerising music remains consistent in the Tamil edition too. Illustrating a blend of captivating stories set in Chennai, the series explores relationships, pushes boundaries, and promises to warm your hearts. The series brings together music stalwarts - Maestro Ilaiyaraaja, Yuvan Shankar Raja, G. V. Prakash Kumar, Sean Roldan, and singers including Shivani Pannerselvam, Vagu Mazan, Ramya Nambeesan, Christopher Stanley, Ananya Bhat, Priya Mali and Padmapriya Raghavan. The album beautifully captures the essence of each story of the Amazon Original series. Music is distributed bu Sont Music

Udhaynidhi Stalin film linked to Dhanush Karnan ? - Mani- Big B clash - Tovino said no to 2018

Is Mari Selvaraj's latest film, Maamannan, part of a cinematic universe similar to Lokesh Kanagaraj's (consisting of Kaithi and Vikram)? This question arose following a tweet that drew attention to a tattoo on Vadivelu's hand in the film's poster, which resembles the character played by Malayalam actor Lal in Dhanush's Karnan. The character, called Yema Raja or Thattha, commits suicide at a crucial point in the film, and his photo is seen on the walls of the village community hall in the ending scene. The previous poster for Maamannan featured Udhyanidhi Stalin holding a sword and Vadivelu holding a gun.

Mani Ratnam had announced the film Raavan starring Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai following the success of Guru. In the Tamil version, Vikram played the role of Junior Bachchan. In his upcoming film, Ponniyin Selvan, Vikram will portray Aditya Karaikalan, a significant Chola Emperor. Recently, an old interview of Mani Ratnam resurfaced on Reddit where he addressed Amitabh Bachchan's comment on the uneven editing in Raavan which, according to him, caused a lack of coherence in the storyline. Despite this criticism, Mani Ratnam refused to take pointers from Amitabh Bachchan, stating that he didn't pay attention to everything that people say.

Although the devastating Kerala floods affected over half of the state's population, many Malayalam industry celebrities offered their support to the victims. Tovino Thomas, who was actively involved in flood relief efforts in his hometown, expressed concerns about accepting a role in the film "2018," due to the negative feedback he received on social media, which caused him to be labeled as a "flood star." However, the director, Jude Anthany, convinced him to take the part, explaining why he believed Tovino was perfect for the role. Despite his initial hesitation, Tovino accepted the role because he found the character and the storyline intriguing, and the screenplay impressive. "2018" features other notable actors such as Kunchako Boban, Asif Ali, and Aparna Balamurali and was originally released in Malayalam on May 5, but has since been made available in Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Hindi, with the most recent release on May 12.

2018 film controversey - Pushpa 2 real biz numbers - Samantha fans angry with Amazon

Tovino Thomas, the lead actor of the 2018 Malayalam film based on the Kerala Floods, has announced that the dubbed versions of the movie will soon be released in cinemas throughout India. The film is currently available with subtitles, Tovino has stated that the sequelto Minnal Murali will have a theatrical release, unlike the first part which was released solely on OTT platforms. However, Tovino's recent comments in a national interview that the Kerala Story film's depiction of the Love Jihad was a distortion of facts has garnered criticism from viewers in North India. Some have accused him of being biased due to his surname, while others have asked if he would be fine with his sisters joining ISIS. In contrast, Keralites have come out in support of the actor. Meanwhile, the film's director, Jude, has been facing backlash from writer Sreekala for portraying the Chief Minister of Kerala as an ineffective leader who failed to handle the flood situation and make timely decisions. Sreekala has criticized Jude for not showing the role of the government machinery in rescue operations and instead focusing on the efforts of fishermen and individuals. In the film, the control room chief is depicted as hesitant to alert rescue teams or urge people near the riverbanks to move to safer places. Lal and Narain, two characters in the film, ask a church priest to ring the bell and alert the public to the danger. The Priest responds by questioning what more can be done beyond what the government is doing. Jude had previously revealed that he had considered Renji Panniker for the role of the Chief Minister but ultimately cast Janardhan as he wanted someone who physically appeared weaker to portray the role. The film has received positive reviews, with Mammooty praising it as being on par with a Hollywood film.

Pushpa 2, a film previously backed by Mythri Movie Makers, has received financial support from a Bollywood company after the latter was raided by IT and their finances were frozen. Niharika, the daughter of Naga Babu and first cousin of Allu Arjun, is rumored to be playing a tribal character in the movie, which is currently shooting an action sequence. However, according to trade circles, the film producers may be misleading the public about their business dealings. While the music rights were allegedly sold for Rs 20 crores across all languages, the producers claimed it was sold for Rs 60 crores. Similarly, the producers claimed that the theatrical business was closed for Rs 1000 crores, but only Telugu and Hindi regions have shown interest in purchasing it, according to trade circles.

Samantha's supporters are expressing disappointment over Amazon Prime's release of the movie Shakunthalam, which was done without any prior publicity and without any mention of their beloved actress. Some individuals perceived this as a form of hypocrisy because Amazon seemingly downplayed the actress after the film failed to perform well. According to reports, Amazon had signed a deal worth Rs 20 crores during the movie's production phase itself.

20 years ago GV committed suicide - Flashback about Mani Ratnam's brother

On May 3, 2003 , Kollywood woke up to the news that GV of GV Films who produced films like Nayakan, Anjali and Thalapathy committed suicide. 20 years has gone by and today we are celebrating the film Ponniyin Selvan 2 crossing the Rs 300 crores collection worldwide. How many people know that GV is the brother of Mani Ratnam and that he was the producer of top films – Nayakan, Thalapathy, Anjali, Mounam Ragam and Agni Natchithram, all which made Mani a cult figure ? To connect to today’s generation , one has to headline this travel down memory lane with a Mani Ratnam connect. GV Films office was in Alwarpet , residential area which housed Kamal, Hema Malini, Vyjayanthimala, K Balchander and many more. This where I landed up 30 years back by taking one bedroom portion of a house. Most of the shooting houses were in this area. Me and GV got on well as I found a big relief in communicating in English with him. He told me about his coming from CA to films and how his brother followed him. GV’s father Venus Govind Ratnam was a big time producer and after a few flops, he was in debt. Unable to pay the debts, he committed suicide. GV however committed suicide for not being able to pay the debts but due to an insult meted out to him by a financier.. Some unknown matters related to GV, I wish to put on record. Nayakan the Kamal= Mani classic was a flop film !, Gentleman Kunjumon who used to buy GV films Kerala distribution lost Rs 50,000 . It was in 1987. Even Thalapthy starring Rajinikanth was just break even for GV and he told exhibitors that he would not pay rentals and run it to reach 100 days. The film stopped running after 80 days. Only a few hardcore Rajini fans who are also theatre owners ran it to empty houses and put out 100 day poster. GV apart from production was also a financier. He took finance from Marwari seth mostly Jains and then gave it for a higher amount. In turn he kept with him the distribution rights as a guarantee . I remember an interesting incident. Sitting in his office, a call came from Rajinikanth. GV told him – Come as usual to the bar and I will arrange. He told me that Rajini wants to meet the visiting cricket team Captain ( think it was England team). I was wondering how GV would pull it off and expected him to talk to somebody in Cricket Association. Next day, I asked him about it. He said that not only Rajini got to meet the Captin but also bought drinks for entire team. I stood dumbfounded. He laughed and said that he knew that team was staying in Taj Hotel and they would come in the night for a drink. As he was regular at the bar, he got across to the team with help of the staff. To my knowledge, I don’t think that GV took the extreme step as he could not pay financier Anbu Chezhiyan, as it is widely believed. GV had only close to Rs 2 crore that he owed and that he could have paid up. It is said that after several postponements, Anbu had threatened him to send his hench men and fearing a physical humiliation, he took the exteme step as Anbu wanted the property of 60 acres in ECR be given as collateral. He knew that the property would be gone forever. It was on his wife and children’s name. His office building and preview theatre were with the bank. The preview theatre was bought in an auction by Priydarshan and as part of a divorce settlement is with his ex wife Lizzy. Many ask the question as to why Mani Ratnam did not pay GV debt ? Truth was that Mani had joined hands with a Sriram and floated Aalayam films and started making films on his own. GV and Mani started distancing from each other and no sooner there was a talk that all Mani Ratnam films that GV produced were loss as the cost of production did not match the market viability. No one better than GV would know this. GV’s brother Srinivasan also a CA was partner of Mani’s Madras Talkies that Mani floated after Aalayam went bust .. Srinivasan name figures in film credits of Guru , Iruvar etc. Srinivasan died while trekking at Kulu Manali. It was after GV’s death/ Next was Rajinikanth who is blamed for not chipping in. Truth is that when GV went to give an invitation of his son ( I think). Rajini had heard about GV’s problems and asked him as to whether it was true. GV brushed it aside and said that it was nothing that he could not handle. Many think that the Micheal Jackson show that GV backed and had to be cancelled was his undoing. The show was fully insured and after it got cancelled, a court case was in progress. GV was banking on this show to make a comeback and this put him back badly. He was not the Mr Cool and I could see him pop pills sitting in his office. At first, he floated Sujatha Films named after his wife and then GV Films and then made it into a private limited company. I asked him why ?. He said laughingly – I will not be responsible for any debts.

Two Kerala Stories moving to Rs 100 crore club - Vadivelu croons for Rahman

Ace comedian Vadivelu has sung a song composed by A R Rahman. The duo recently recorded the track for the upcoming film "Maamannan", which is said to be the last film of Udhaynidhi Stalin before he became a minister in his father's State cabinet. The movie features Vadivelu in the title role and a poster release showing him with a gun and Stalin with a sword has caught the public's attention. The director, Mari Selvraaj, who is collaborating with ARR for the first time, has been described as different from others by the renowned composer. The film also stars Faahadh Faasil and Keerthy Suresh in pivotal roles. The streaming rights have been acquired by Netflix. ========= The Kerala Story on Zee5 According to reports, Zee5 has acquired the streaming rights of "The Kerala Story," and the anticipated release date is July 9th. The film has already proven to be a massive success in Northern cities, surpassing "Kashmir Files." However, in the South, the film has faced challenges in obtaining a proper release due to exhibitors' concerns about potential protests. Despite being released in PVR theaters in the South, the film was taken off screens on Sunday after Tamil Nadu police received intelligence reports warning of potential attacks by Muslim groups on theaters. On the opening day, the movie earned a nett of Rs 8.03 crore in India, but it is estimated to have earned a nett of Rs 16.50 crore on Sunday, May 7th, more than twice the collection on Day 1. The total collection of "The Kerala Story" in India now stands at Rs 35.75 crore. -------

2018 film moves towards Rs 100 crore club On Friday, the Malayalam film " 2018 -Everyone Is A Hero," directed by Jude Anthany Joseph and based on the 2018 Kerala floods, was released in theatres. The movie's opening day collection was Rs 1.85 crore, which increased significantly on the second day. Trade analysts and industry trackers reported that the film collected Rs 3.22 crore on Saturday, bringing the two-day total collection to Rs 5.07 crore. The movie received positive reviews, and the word-of-mouth publicity resulted in more screens being added in theatres in Kerala and Bengaluru.

Dhruv Vikram new single out -Kerala theaters to classify films - Fahadh Faasil in Pushpa The Rule getup - Adipurush trailor in 20 countries

Dhruv Vikram, who previously wrote and sang "Missing Me" from the movie Mahaan, has once again teamed up with composer Santhosh Narayanan. However, this time, they will collaborate on an independent single called "Poomadhiye," which Dhruv Vikram has directed and starred in. The song features lyrics by Vivek, and the audio was released recently, accompanied by a teaser video that shows Dhruv Vikram hanging out with friends at a roadside tea shop and walking on an overbridge on the Rajiv Gandhi IT Expressway. The full music video will be available on YouTube tomorrow. As for Dhruv's movie career, he will play the lead role in Mari Selvaraj's upcoming sports biopic, which is based on the life of Kabaddi player Manathi Ganesan.

Fahadh Faasil is currently working on Jithu Madhavan's next project, titled Romancham. The filming is taking place in Bengaluru, and the movie is said to be a college campus-based entertainer, featuring Fahadh in the role of a gangster. His appearance in this film is expected to be similar to that in his upcoming movie, Pushpa: The Rule. Anwar Rasheed and Nazriya Nazim are producing the film jointly, with Sameer Thahir serving as the cinematographer and Sushin Shyam as the composer. Although it has not been confirmed, there are rumors that the movie may be dubbed and released in multiple languages.

The Kerala Exhibitors have introduced a new policy where a screening charge will be applied to movies that are deemed to be of low quality. According to Vijayakumar, who is the head of the Film Exhibitors United Organisation of Kerala (FEUOK), members will grade the films based on the director, actors, production company, and distributor standing in the industry. Additionally, the exhibitors will collaborate with Actor’s body AMMA and Producers Association to create a regulatory system that will limit the release of films per week. Vijayakumar believes that the reason for the films flopping is due to the content being made for OTT platforms and not for the theatre experience. He added that priority will be given to films that provide a visual treat. Previously, theatre owners believed that damaging reviews from online channels were the primary reason for a film's flop. To address this issue, they decided to stop these channels entry to the movie hall premises to record the viewers' opinions. However, with the new grading system and parameters, new banners, directors, and actors will be required to pay a screening charge, which includes rental fees and distributor commissions. This means that new producers who want to release their films on their own will also have to pay the new charges. In practice, big banners with established stars, directors, and actors will benefit the most from this new system.

The highly anticipated movie Adipurush is set to release on June 16, 2023, and is expected to be a historic event. The team recently released a new poster featuring Prabhas, announcing the global trailer launch on May 9, 2023. The trailer will be launched not only in India but in 70 countries worldwide, making it a global event. The movie will transport audiences into a world of adventure, drama, and action, and will be launched in territories across the USA, Canada, Middle East, Australia, New Zealand, Asia, South Asia, Africa, UK, Europe, Russia, and Egypt. The movie has already achieved a major milestone by being selected for an international premiere at the Tribeca Festival in New York. Adipurush is directed by Om Raut and produced by T-Series, Bhushan Kumar, and Krishan Kumar, with Retrophiles' Om Raut, Prasad Sutar, and Rajesh Nair and UV Creations' Vamsi and Pramod in association.

Silk Smitha suicide note - Citadel series a risk for Samantha 0 ARR fans slam Cops - Lyca wins big at polls

Silk Smitha, renowned as the queen of sensuality, is a well-known name among South Indian movie enthusiasts. She was born as Vijayalakshmi in the Eluru district of Andhra Pradesh and became a popular actress during her 17-year-long career. While she acted as a leading lady in several Telugu films, she also played glamor roles in Tamil movies. Silk Smitha appeared in more than 450 films, but her dance numbers in South Indian movies made her extremely popular among movie-goers. However, her life took a tragic turn during the peak of her career, and she committed suicide in 1996. In her suicide note written in Telugu, the actress and dancer stated that she was not at peace and those whom she trusted were unworthy of her trust. The letter revealed that Silk Smitha had worked hard to become an actress and had yearned for love, which she found in Babu (Dr Radhakrishnan), though it was not enough. She had many desires in life but was longing for elusive peace. Death had fascinated her, and she questioned the justification of her life's circumstances, seeking God's intervention. Silk Smitha had hoped that God would someday punish Babu for betraying her trust, as she had given him half of her hard-earned property. She had been abused by him, and the hurt lingered every day. She further mentioned that she was frustrated with life as she was in debt, and although many people had benefited from her, no one had shown her love, affection, and compassion. In summary, Silk Smitha was a talented actress who achieved great success but ultimately struggled with personal and financial issues, leading to a tragic end.

Citadel India web series a big risk for Samantha Citadel, with a whopping $300 million budget and high expectations, disappoints as it heavily relies on tired spy genre tropes, resulting in a predictable and unoriginal series lacking substance. Unless the show undergoes a miraculous transformation in the upcoming episodes, it will remain a lackluster production that prioritizes style over substance. A remake of the show is also in development for the Indian audience, starring Samantha and Varun Dhawan, and being directed by Raj & DK, known for their successful web series The Family Man and Farzi. However, if the Indian version follows the same formula as the original, it may also fall flat. Comparisons to Priyanka Chopra may also prove costly for Samantha, who has a daunting challenge ahead of her to match Chopra's screen presence. With the recent setback of Shaakuntalam, Samantha cannot afford another failure with Citadel. Furthermore, it is difficult to envision Varun Dhawan in the role of Richard Madden. Raj and DK will have to make significant changes to the Hollywood script to create a compelling watch for the Indian audience. Samantha Ruth Prabhu and Varun Dhawan, who play leading roles in Raj & DK's Indian version of Citadel, recently attended the London premiere of Prime Video's new web series Citadel, starring Priyanka Chopra and Richard Madden. A video of Samantha and Varun speaking with the media on the red carpet has gone viral on social media, with many people commenting on Samantha's accent, which they believe is not authentic. One social media user shared the video, writing "Samantha's accent is fake."

During a concert in Pune, Oscar-winning musician A R Rahman was interrupted by local police, who cited the court-mandated 10 pm deadline for such events. Fans of the musician have criticized the police's actions, with #DisrespectofARRahman trending on Twitter. Reports suggest that Rahman was performing his last song, "Chaiyya Chaiyya," and was not aware that it was past 10 pm. Pune City enforces the 10 pm deadline for all public events to prevent noise pollution in accordance with Supreme Court rules. Rahman posted a video of the incident on Twitter, where he can be heard saying, "I think we went overboard with love and overboard time. That's it. Timing is over. I like this." Fans have condemned the police's actions, describing it as a "disrespect of talent" and "highly insulting."

LYCA Tamilkumaran polss most in Tamil Film Producers Council poll The Madras High Court directed the Tamil Film Producers Association to hold elections, and the 'Nalam Khakkum Team' candidates were successful in winning the positions of president, vice-president, secretary, treasurer, and joint-secretary. The election was conducted on April 30th at Chennai's MGR Janaki College campus, with Justices Venkatraman and Bharathidasan serving as Election Officers. A total of 1,111 votes were cast, and 'Thenandal' Murali Ramasamy from the 'Nalam Khakum Sami' won the position of president with 615 votes. GKM Tamilkumaran won the vice-president position with 651 votes, Archana Kalpathi received 588 votes and won, followed by Chandra Prakash Jain who won the treasurer position with 535 votes. Soundar Pandian won the position of joint-secretary with 511 votes.