&nbsp;&nbsp;Kiran Abbavaram next titled Reality. Young and talented actor Kiran Abbavaram is making his presence felt showcasing his multiple talents in the industry. After impressing all as an actor, he turned producer and introduced new talent. Now he turned director and is set to show his skill with his debut film.According to the latest, the makers unveiled the title glimpse of the film. The film is titled in a interesting manner as Reality. What surprised all is the makers locked the film's release date as 25 December 2026.The film will release one day after Balakrishna's Dada, Nagarjuna 's King 100 and even Shah Rukh Khan's King on 24 December 2026. The glimpse and the title increased the curiosity levels among movie lovers. The Reality showed the World in an interesting way.The music for the film is tuned by Bheems Ceciroleo while the cinematography is taken care of by Viswas Daniel . The film is bankrolled by Sudhakar Chaganti under the Joy Films banner in a prestigious manner. , with Suresh Yerra serving as co-producer. Currently the film's production is in full swing.- Pramod Nandivada

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KA dares Dada, King 100 with Reality

Kiran Abbavaram next titled Reality

&nbsp;&nbsp; Nidhhi Agerwal shares her feelings about Bengaluru and Hyderabad. Nidhhi Agerwal made a name for herself in Tollywood. Speaking to scribes, she shared her feelings about Bengaluru and Hyderabad.She said "I think my biggest turning point was moving from Bangalore to become an actor. It meant almost leaving home to try and get into this field, going for auditions and giving myself a chance. After that, everything has happened one step at a time,"She continued "I recently shifted to Hyderabad, and honestly, I feel I should have moved here much earlier because it makes work so much easier. I was born here because my mother is from Hyderabad, so I've always had a very special connection with the city."She said "I'll always be a Bangalore girl because that's where I went to school and college. But Hyderabad feels like home now because I was born here, my grandmother and so much of my family live here, and I'm finally getting to explore the city beyond work." She added "I would really love to do biographies or autobiographies because it would be wonderful to become a part of somebody else's story. I would also love to do a film based on a goddess or something rooted in history. Those are genres that really excite me."On being familiar face in launching various retail outlets and fashion shows, she said "I think they've all given me this nickname of lucky hand, so maybe that's why they keep inviting me back. It's very kind of them. When you work with the same people again and again, it feels really special as an artist. I enjoy meeting people, interacting with the crowd and being a part of these celebrations."About Shoppers Stop, she said "I've been going to Shoppers Stop since my childhood. I'm from Bangalore, and I remember constantly visiting the store with my mother. Some of the very first makeup products I ever bought came from there, so I have so many memories attached to it. It's one of those brands that has been around for so many years and has earned people's trust. It's lovely to be associated with something that so many families have grown up with." - Pramod Nandivada

Nidhhi about Bengaluru and Hyderabad 

Nidhhi Agerwal shares her feelings about Bengaluru and Hyderabad

&nbsp;&nbsp;When will Prabhas join Spirit. Prabhas' Spirit is the most awaited project across the country. The film directed by Sandeep Vanga is progressing at a brisk pace. Now doubts are going on as to when Prabhas will resume the shooting.The makers already completed 50 days of shoot featuring Prabhas two months back. After wrapping that schedule, Prabhas concentrated on Hanu Raghavapudi's Fauzi. He planned to wrap Fauzi before concentrating on Spirit one again.But even after two months, Prabhas is yet to join the sets of Spirit. He was supposed to join Spirit shoot but it didnot happen. Inside talk is Prabhas will be joining the sets this month. Currently Spirit shoot is underway in Mumbai without Prabhas. with Fauzi getting delayed, speculation is on that Spirit will also get delayed.Tripti Dimri is the female lead in the film which stars Vivek Oberoi in important role. Harshvardhan Rameshwar is the music director for the film bankrolled on &nbsp;T-Series and Bhadrakali Pictures.- Pramod Nandivada

Spirit: Doubts over Prabhas entry

When will Prabhas join Spirit

&nbsp;&nbsp;Aakasam Lo Oka Tara under post-production. Dulqer Salmaan made a name for himself with his charming looks and effective performances. His upcoming film &nbsp;Aakasam Lo Oka Tara is generating immense interest among movie lovers as it is named after Super Star Krishna's popular song from Simhasanam.The film's promotions are appealing to all and according to the latest , it is coming out that the post production is nearing completion. Pawan Sadineni who is directing the film revealed that the post-production is progressing at a brisk pace and said that the film cameout quite well.The film is a romantic entertainer and revolves around a young girl who aspires to become an astronaut. Satvika Veeravalli is playing the female lead in the film for which music is scored by GV.Prakash Kumar. The film features Shruti Haasan in an important role.Light Box, Swapna Cinemas, Vyjayanthi Movies, and Geetha Arts are coming together to bankroll the project.- Pramod Nandivada &nbsp;

Aakasam Lo Oka Tara reaching the finish line

Aakasam Lo Oka Tara under post production

&nbsp;&nbsp;Aadarsha Kutumbam backing off. The confusion over Venkatesh-Trivikram Srinivas' Aadarsha Kutumbam release is still continuing. The film which was supposed to release on 2 Oct got postponed to 9 Oct. The makers confirmed couple of times, that the film will be releasing on 9 Oct.However, now reports are coming that the film may not release on 9 Oct. Reports are coming out that the post production is still underway and it will not be completed in time. The makers are now considering two days, 16 Oct which happens to be Dasara festival. However competition is high with the release of Vijay Devarakonda's Ranabaali and Rajinikanth's Jailer 2.So they are now considering Oct 30 as the release date. Inside talk is Thaman needs more time to complete rerecording work. The makers are not promoting the film and this is making movie lovers unhappy.Srinidhi Shetty, Nivetha Pethuraj, Dimple Hayathi, Nara Rohith, Pujitha Ponnada, Rao Ramesh, Satya in important roles. AK47 is bankrolled in a prestigious manner on Haarika &amp; Hassine Creations- Pramod Nandivada

Startling developments in AK47

Aadarsha Kutumbam backing off

&nbsp;&nbsp;Janhvi reacts to AI fake video controversy. The AI fake video featuring NTR and Janhvi Kapoor in the song Chuttamalle from the film Devara, is angering all the right thinking people.Already all the celebrities from Chiranjeevi to Ram Gopal Varma reacted on the issue. NTR already issued a strong warning to the creators and threatened them with legal action.In the meantime, Janhvi Kapoor who is in the centre of controversy reacted to the whole issue. She said "The criminal misuse of technology to objectify women and circulate fictionalised content without consent is deeply violating, bordering on sexual assault. Almost every woman in my industry has faced some version of this, and women everywhere are increasingly being subjected to it."She continued "Consent, choice and respect for a woman's body should be among the most basic notions of humanity, yet somehow, they continue to be treated as complicated. They are not."She added &nbsp;"It is surprising that it still seems too nuanced for some people to understand that even if a woman says yes five days in a row and no on the sixth, that no must be respected. If she happens to wear a miniskirt, it does not give anyone permission to put a camera up her skirt, capture violating angles or visually exploit her body. What a woman is comfortable with, where she draws the line and what she chooses to do with her body are decisions that belong exclusively to her. This is basic."She concluded "This goes far beyond the AI videos I have dealt with over the last few days, or anything I have personally experienced throughout my career. It is about the larger reality of being a woman, the gaze, the judgement, the constant negotiation for safety, and the feeling that our boundaries somehow remain open to interpretation. That threat has now expanded into the digital sphere, when we have not even adequately addressed the very real, physical fear that continues to disrupt the lives of women every day."She said "The answer cannot simply be to "protect your daughter." We also need to undo the conditioning that makes people believe they are entitled to violate somebody else's boundaries in the first place, and part of that change will come from exemplary men. With the moral compass and the spine to say clearly what is right and what is wrong."She thanked everyone for supporting her. She posted "I am deeply touched by NTR sir for taking such a strong stand and condemning this violation. Thank you, sir. When someone whom millions look up to speaks up about something that may not directly concern him, it makes a difference to every woman who has experienced some degree of this behaviour.""Thank you also to Chiranjeevi sir, Vijay and Khushbu ma'am for amplifying that sentiment and calling for action against this mentality and these immoral practices. I hope everything unfolding around us right now forces those who participate in any form of harassment to introspect. Is it really too much for a woman to ask to simply be treated and seen as a human being?"She ended her statement with three words that summed up her message: "Her body. Her image. Her boundaries. Her choice."- Pramod Nandivada

Janhvi on AI fake video controversy

Janhvi reacts to AI fake video controversy

&nbsp;&nbsp;Censor Board to view Maatrubhoomi next week. Finally, Salman Khan's much awaited film Maatrubhoomi which hit the road block due to changing Indo-China relation , finally got NOC from Government of India. Now the makers are set to finally plan the film release after the completion of its censor formalities.Now reports are coming that the Censor Board will be watching the film next week. A source shares “The film is in the process of being viewed by the CBFC this week. There have been no other changes. Salman Khan’s films have traditionally been family entertainers, so there is little reason to anticipate major objections from the censor board. Once passed, the team is looking at a Diwali or Christmas release,”Maatrubhumi, was earlier titled Battle of Galwan, reportedly underwent reshoots following objections to its initial anti-China stance. Recently reports came thatI&amp;B Ministry had cleared the revised version, the source says the government never halted the film.A source shares “Maatrubhumi has never been halted by the government, and reports suggesting otherwise are mere speculation."The film is &nbsp;based on accounts from the book India's Most Fearless 3 by Shiv Aroor and Rahul Singh.Zeyn Shaw, Ankur Bhatia, and Harshil Sha are playing important roles in the film.- Pramod Nandivada

Maatrubhoomi censor screening next week

Censor Board to view Maatrubhoomi next week

&nbsp;&nbsp;Lokesh Kanagaraj to enter Bollywood with Akshay Kumar. Lokesh Kanagaraj created a niche for himself in Kollywood and he recently showcased his acting talent in the lead role in the action entertainer DC which turned out to be a big hit.Now rumours are spreading thick and fast that he will be making his Bollywood debut. He has been holding discussions regarding the same and even Aamir Khan played a cameo in Rajinikanth's Coolie, Aamir Khan went on record that he will team with Lokesh Kanagaraj.Now inside talk is Lokesh Kanagaraj is in talks with Akshay Kumar as he is considering his lead actor preferences. He is in discussions with a renowned writer and producer for the same.But some however say that Lokesh and Akshay Kumar are in discussions for another project. It has to be seen how things will turn out in the coming days. Currently Lokesh Kanagaraj is set to direct Allu Arjun in his next.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Kollywood Filmmaker teaming with Khiladi Kumar

Lokesh Kanagaraj to enter Bollywood with Akshay Kumar

&nbsp;&nbsp;Naga Babu spiritual decision for his grandson. Mega Brother Naga Babu who is also the MLC from Andhra Pradesh, visited the holy shrine of Tirumala and donated on the name of his grandson Vaayuv Tej.Sharing his feelings, he posted "At the sacred presence of Srivari Sannidhi, I humbly handed over a cheque of ₹1,00,000 to Vengamamba Annadana Seva, through the tiny hands of my beloved grandson Vaayuv Tej. Though the amount may be modest, the intention is pure, a gesture of gratitude and devotion. I sincerely pray to Lord Sri Venkateswara to bless my family with strength and virtue to continue serving humanity with compassion and dedication."It is known that his son Varun Tej is married to actress Lavanya Tripathi and they are blessed with cute son whom they named as Vaayuv Tej. Love blossomed between Varun Tej and Lavanya Tripathi and both entered into wedlock with the consent of their parents.- Pramod Nandivada

Mega Brother donates big Tirumala

Naga Babu spiritual decision for his grandson

&nbsp;&nbsp;Tollywood movie lovers taste changed. There is no denying that people's tastes and preferences change and same is the case with the movie lovers. Similarly they accept new stories and enjoy them. They appreciate new stories rather than routine commercial entertainers.Now many are feeling that the tastes of the Tollywood movie lovers changed. Earlier people appreciated faction films and later films here heroes turned warriors with reincarnation concept.Now they are appreciating the stories with different concepts and also showing interest in films with intense action elements. Over the last few years, action films turned out to be big hits. The raw and rustic backdrop entertainers are winning the hearts of the viewers. If the director is able to come with interesting story in the rustic backdrop, viewers are loving it. However if there are routine elements, they are not bothering about them.- Pramod Nandivada &nbsp;

Did the taste of Tollywood movie lovers change

Tollywood movie lovers taste changed

&nbsp;&nbsp; Nandamuri Balakrishna and director Koratala Siva are collaborating for the first time on the highly anticipated NBK112. The project was officially launched in Amaravati and is being produced by Sudhakar Cherukuri and Sudhakar Mikkilineni under SLV Cinemas and Yuvasudha Arts. The film is expected to be a large scale commercial entertainer.According to the latest industry buzz, senior actor Dr Rajasekhar is being considered for a powerful antagonist role. While the makers have not confirmed his casting, reports suggest the character could create a strong confrontation with Balakrishna. Rajasekhar’s recent appearance in Biker has renewed attention around his screen presence and choice of challenging roles.Another unconfirmed report claims Balakrishna could portray two characters, reportedly representing a father and son. The story is said to combine family emotions with intense action and a possible mafia backdrop. Koratala Siva is reportedly designing a fresh makeover for Balakrishna, while the makers are keeping detailed plot and character information under wraps.The first shooting schedule is expected to commence during the first week of December 2026. Reports indicate that the team is planning extensive action while balancing the family oriented narrative. With Koratala Siva coming after Devara and Balakrishna entering another ambitious project, NBK112 has already generated substantial curiosity, although its complete cast remains unconfirmed. - Veda &nbsp;

Angry Man To Lock Horns With Natasimham

Rajasekhar As Antagonist In Balakrishna Koratala Siva Film

&nbsp;Director Atlee has revealed that he already has a story in mind for Superstar Rajinikanth. However, the filmmaker said he prefers focusing completely on one project at a time. After completing Raaka, he plans to take a two-month break, reflect on his work, and carefully evaluate his mistakes.Atlee’s possible Rajinikanth collaboration is attracting attention because of his successful track record with major stars. His Jawan partnership with Shah Rukh Khan became a massive commercial success, following his successful collaborations with Vijay. Still, Atlee has not confirmed when the Rajinikanth project could materialise.Rajinikanth currently has Jailer 2 and Dharman in his lineup. Jailer 2, directed by Nelson Dilipkumar, is scheduled for October 15, while Dharman, directed by Ashwath Marimuthu, is progressing through its schedules. Team is planning for a Sankranthi Release.Meanwhile, Atlee continues working on Raaka, his ambitious collaboration with Allu Arjun. Produced by Sun Pictures, the film features Deepika Padukone, Rashmika, Mrunal, Janhvi and is positioned as a large scale science fiction and fantasy project. No release date has been officially announced, Atlee jokingly said even producer Kalanithi Maran has not asked him about it yet. - Veda

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Atlee Readied Story For Rajinikanth

Atlee Next Collaboration With Rajinikanth

&nbsp;&nbsp; Rashmika Mandanna may be celebrated as India’s National Crush, but the actress says fame has not erased her insecurities. In a recent Vogue India conversation, she spoke about the fear of disappointing audiences, criticism and the pressure of appearing natural on camera despite the glamour surrounding her career.Hyderabad feels like home to Rashmika, who says she can remain energetic even after exhausting shoots. She also admits finding it difficult to say no because she worries about hurting others. Her childhood love for Naruto, discovered at 12, taught her lessons in empathy, perseverance and emotional expression.While filming a dance sequence for Mysaa, Rashmika suffered a serious hip tendon injury but continued shooting until she could no longer lift her leg. She later documented her recovery humorously on social media, joking about desserts, missed workouts and discovering an unexpected talent for solving puzzles.Rashmika says language has never been a barrier despite criticism over pronunciation. From Kannada and Telugu films to Tamil and Hindi cinema, she has built a multilingual career. Her upcoming lineup includes Ranabaali, Mysaa, Raaka and Pushpa 3, reflecting her continued focus on varied, challenging roles. - Veda

Rashmika On Reality Behind Her Stardom

Rashmika Opens About Injury, Language Struggles and Future Films

&nbsp;Ajay Devgn’s Drishyam: The Conclusion maintained strong momentum on its second day, collecting an estimated ₹53.50 crore net in India. The Abhishek Pathak-directed thriller recorded the figure across 16,868 shows, registering only a 13.7% drop from its opening day ₹62 crore net collection.The film’s two-day India net collection has reached ₹115.50 crore, while its India gross stands at ₹138.60 crore. Overseas markets contributed another ₹20 crore on Day 2, taking the two-day worldwide gross to ₹177+ crore.The strong Saturday hold has strengthened Drishyam: The Conclusion’s prospects for a massive opening weekend. The film crossed the ₹100 crore India net milestone within two days, while its worldwide business moved beyond ₹175 crore. Positive audience response and the Gandhi Jayanti weekend are providing additional momentum.Ajay Devgn returns as Vijay Salgaonkar in the final chapter, alongside Tabu, Shriya Saran, Prakash Raj and Jaideep Ahlawat. With the franchise concluding on a strong commercial note, Drishyam: The Conclusion is now targeting further milestones during the weekend and could establish a new benchmark for the Hindi series. - Veda

Drishyam 3 Holds Strong On Second Day

Drishyam The Conclusion Two Days Worldwide Box Office Collection

&nbsp;&nbsp;Vijay Devarakonda, Ram Pothineni calls for fight against AI. The AI morphed video of NTR's Chuttamalle song is uniting entire Tollywood. NTR already issued a strong warning and threatened legal action against the creators. Following this the AI video was deleted.However, Chiranjeevi already called for fight against AI and asked everyone to join it. Vijay Devarakonda reacted to Chiranjeevi's message and came up with his strong views.He posted "We have stooped to the levels of absolute lowlife. Whoever is responsible for this should not be spared. They must face the harshest possible legal consequences and be made an example of. We must not let this go. when did we became so insensitive to each other. What kind of parenting is going on? what kind of society are we living in? Where we find joy in degrading each other? At a time when the world is debating and fearing how AI disrupt livelihoods and take away jobs, these idiots are using that very technology to do utter nonsense. This is the digital equivalent of sexual assault. The law must treat such acts with utmost seriousness. And to the team standing up against this, you have my full support."Earlier Ram Pothineni also expressed his strong feelings. He posted "They’re Faceless so they’re Fearless! Accountability is the need of the hour. Linking Aadhaar to online identities may be the most effective way to ensure accountability and curb online abuse going forward." - Pramod Nandivada

Fight Against AI: Rowdy Star, Energetic Star join

Vijay Devarakonda, Ram Pothineni call for a fight against AI

&nbsp;&nbsp; Sharwanand takes on an intense rustic role in Bhogi, an ambitious period action drama directed by Sampath Nandi. Produced by K.K. Radhamohan under Sri Sathya Sai Arts, the teaser transports audiences to the fictional village of Kammari Ganga during the early 1960s, where tradition, conflict and emotion dominate.The teaser establishes a turbulent conflict after the Palagallu allegedly take away Ganga, triggering a fierce confrontation. A powerful warning involving nine steps and blood hints at the film’s violent core, while an important devotional ritual appears connected to the village’s survival. Sharwa’s transformation becomes the teaser’s biggest attraction.Sharwanand’s Telangana slang, distinctive diction, rugged appearance and commanding body language strengthen his characterisation. Anupama Parameswaran appears in an earthy makeover, while Dimple Hayathi plays another key female role. The teaser indicates that Bhogi will balance action with village relationships, emotional conflicts and deeply rooted cultural traditions.Sampath Nandi appears to have created an authentic period atmosphere through detailed production design and visual storytelling. Kishor Kumar’s cinematography captures the rugged landscapes, while Bheems Ceciroleo’s intense score amplifies the drama. The teaser’s raw setting, strong performances and grand production values have generated considerable curiosity around Bhogi. The film will hit theatres from November 12. - Veda

Bhogi Teaser Introduces Sharwa’s Fierce New Avatar

Bhogi Teaser Highlights Raw Period World

&nbsp;&nbsp;Sanjay Dutt donot find peace in India. Sanjay Dutt speaking to scribes, came up with a shocker. He said he donot find peace in India and shared his message to PM Modi.He said “The people of this country are so lovely. There should be peace here. I can’t feel that peace in our country anymore. We Indians are large-hearted people and we are hospitable. We have given so much, and we should always remain that way. I pray to Shivji that those days come back soon,”He continued “Chalo desh mein kuch to chal rehla hai. Mere pyaare deshwasiyo, aaj apun aapka PM banke khub khush hua. Bole to body mein ajeeb type ka tarang daud re la hai. Bole to itna bada desh hai, itne saare log hain aur ab hum sabki zimmedari apun ke upar (My dear countrymen, today I am very happy to have become your PM. There is a strange kind of energy running through my body. This is such a huge country, there are so many people, and now the responsibility of all of them is on me).”He added “Lekin aap log ekdum tension nahi lene ka. Apun is khushi ko celebrate karne videsh nahi jaane wala hai. Apun idharich rahega, aap sab logon ke beech. Nahi to PM aur janta mein connection kaise banega (But you people don’t have to worry at all. I am not going abroad to celebrate this happiness. I will stay right here, among all of you. Otherwise, how will there be a connection between the PM and the people?)” He shared “Apun Gandhi ji ko bahut maanta hai. Aur Gandhi ji ke teen bandar sabko pata hai — bura mat dekho, bura mat suno, bura mat kaho. Lekin aaj ek chautha bandar bhi mangta hai. Bura dekhega to use theek kaun karega? (I really believe in Gandhi ji. Everyone knows his three monkeys — don’t see evil, don’t hear evil, don’t speak evil. But today I want a fourth monkey too. If someone sees something wrong, who will correct it?)”“Teeno bandar aankh, kaan, munh band karke baith jayega to desh kaise chalega, saala? (If all three monkeys sit with their eyes, ears and mouths shut, then how will the country function?)”He continued “Aur apun ko desh ke liye bahut kuch karne ka mauka mila hai PM banke, to apun ek aur kaam karega. Jahaan jahaan uska photo laga hai na, apun usko ekdum kam kar dega. Desh ko desh ka photo dikhna chahiye. (I have got the opportunity to do a lot for the country as a PM, so I will do one more thing. Wherever PM’s photograph has been put up, I will reduce it. The country should see a picture of the country.)”“Jahaan apna photo lagane ka mann karega na, wahaan Gandhi ji ka photo lagane ka. Bole to Gandhi ji ke vichar dekhna zyada zaroori hai. Apun ka photo dekh ke janta kya karega? (Wherever I feel like putting my own photograph, I will put Gandhi ji’s photograph there. Gandhi ji’s thoughts are more important. What will the people do by looking at my photograph?)”“Bole to apna photo to apun baad mein bhi khichwa sakta hai na, lekin desh ko pehle frame mein lagane ka. (I can get my photograph taken later as well, but the country should be put in the frame first.)”Sanjay Dutt sent message to US President Trump too. He posted "Aur agar desh ko frame mein laana hai to thoda duniya ko bhi frame mein laana padega na. Bole to apun dekh raha hai ki Trump mamu puri duniya ko out of frame karne mein laga hai. (And if we want to bring the country into the frame, then we will have to bring the world into the frame too. I can see that Trump mamu is trying to push the whole world out of the frame).”- Pramod Nandivada

Sanjay Dutt shocker about India

Sanjay Dutt donot find peace in India

&nbsp;&nbsp;Tollywood celebs pay tribute to Singeetham Srinivasa Rao. Singeetham Srinivasa Rao, one of Indian cinema’s most inventive filmmakers, passed away in Chennai on October 3, 2026, aged 94, following age related health issues. He was known for his creative ideas and forward filmmaking and captured the imagination of all with films like Pushpaka Vimanam, Mayuri, Brundavanam and Bhairava Dweepam etc.Tollywood celebrities mourned the demise of Singeetham Srinivasa Rao and paid their tributes.ChiranjeeviDeeply saddened by the passing of the legendary filmmaker ‘Singeetam Srinivasa Rao’ garu. A true visionary, his imagination and courage to explore new ideas gave Indian cinema some of its most unforgettable films. His contribution to cinema will always be remembered with immense respect and affection. His recent film ‘Sing Geetham’ was a beautiful testament to his undying passion for storytelling. At heart, he remained forever young, curious and eager to create. My heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones. We will miss you, Singeetam garu. Your films will continue to speak to generations. Om Shanti.Pawan KalyanMay peace be granted to the soul of Shri Singeetam Srinivasa Rao garu. I am saddened to learn that renowned director Shri Singeetam Srinivasa Rao garu has passed away. I pray to God that his soul may rest in peace. He crafted diverse films in the Indian film industry. The experiments he conducted and the creative visions he showcased in films like Pushpaka Vimanam, Vichitra Sodarulu*, Mayuri, Aditya 369, and Michael Madana Kamaraju captivated audiences. Songs from films he directed, such as America Ammayi and Panthulamma, gained immense popularity. Even at the age of 94, directing the film Sing Geetam revealed his enduring passion for cinema. I extend my deepest condolences to the family members of Shri Singeetam Srinivasa Rao garuVenkatesh“Heartbroken to hear about the passing of Singeetam Srinivasa Rao garu. Few filmmakers have embraced cinema with the kind of curiosity, originality and playfulness that defined his work. He was a rare filmmaker who never stopped believing in the magic and possibilities of cinema. It is truly the end of an extraordinary chapter in Telugu cinema. My deepest condolences to his family, friends and everyone who had the privilege of knowing and working with him. Rest in peace, Singeetam garu. You will always be remembered through the films you gave us.”Balakrishna"The death of renowned director Singeetham Srinivasa Rao garu deeply touched me. He was very close to our family. Together with him, we made three different classic films — 'Aditya 369'. It brought a new identity not only to Telugu cinema but also to Indian cinema. 'Bhairava Dweepam' created history at the box office and is still an unmatched film in the folk film category. Also, 'Sri Krishnarjuna Vijayam' was made as a mythological film. Singeetham Srinivasa Rao garu started his film journey as an assistant director to the great actor K.V. Reddy garu. My father played the role of Lord Krishna for the first time in the immortal film 'Mayabazaar' directed by him. Later, Singeetham garu worked as an associate for many films that my father acted in. That is why his connection with our family was not limited to films only. His death is a personal loss for me. I pray that his soul may rest in peace. "I express my heartfelt condolences to his family members," he said.&nbsp;Aadi Sai KumarDeeply saddened by the passing of the legendary Singeetam Srinivasa Rao garu. A filmmaker whose imagination was truly ahead of its time. From Mayuri and Pushpaka Vimanam to Aditya 369, he created cinema that broke boundaries, explored new ideas and continues to inspire generations even today. We have lost a true visionary and an irreplaceable legend of Indian cinema. Heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones. Om ShantiDevi Sri PrasadDearest Singeetham Sir, we will miss you, Sir. You will always live in our hearts. You are an unparalleled LEGEND, an Everest of positivity filled with evergreen youth. The movies you made with such futuristic ideas and techniques are lessons for all of us and future generations of filmmakers too. Thank you and love you for everything, Sir. I am blessed to have known you and worked with you, Sir. singeetamsrinivasraolivesonSree VishnuSingeetham garu were cinema at heart. Even at 94, his passion was as young as ever. He still had stories to tell and dreams to chase. He left us doing what you loved most, making cinema. Rest in peace, legend.- Pramod Nandivada

Celebrities pay tributes to Legendary Director

Tollywood celebs pay tribute to Singeetham Srinivasa Rao

&nbsp;&nbsp;Krithi Shetty shares her dream role. Krithi Shetty with her cute looks and impactful performances made an impression with her debut film Super30 and then entered Tollywood and created a sensation with her debut film Uppena. She starred in films like Bangarraju and Shyam Singha Roy but of late she is reeling under string of flops.Krithi Shetty speaking to scribes shared her dream role. She said " I love my profession a lot. I am doing everything what it takes to become a strong actress. My aim is to bring changes in the lives of people with my roles. I have strength to play powerful and emotional roles. However my dream role is completely different. I like to star in the role of a warrior or a princess. I already readied a plan for it and am waiting for someone to call. If I get a chance in such role, I will start shooting in just two weeks"- Pramod Nandivada &nbsp;

Krithi Shetty shares her dream role

Krithi Shetty game for this role

&nbsp;&nbsp;Chiranjeevi furious over AI fake videos. The AI technology despite its advantages, is being used for illegal means to trouble and torment people. Many are creating AI fake videos and it is becoming difficult to findout the real and fake ones and the damage is being done. Many are using it to tarnish the image of celebrities and commoners alike.Mega Star Chiranjeevi expressed his furious feelings over AI fake videos. He posted in the following wayI am deeply disturbed by the use of AI to create degrading and morphed videos of a woman. Such acts are cruel, shameful and completely unacceptable. I strongly condemn them.This is not an issue concerning just one individual or one film. Today, it has happened to someone else. Tomorrow, it could happen to you, me or anyone we know. We cannot remain silent simply because it has not affected us personally. Every one of us has a responsibility to stand against this abuse.Those who create such content and those who deliberately spread or amplify it must be held accountable under the law. This cannot be dismissed as a joke or treated as entertainment.I will take this matter up with the Telugu Film Chamber, the Producers’ Council and our affiliated industry bodies, and recommend the formation of a dedicated committee and support cell. Working closely with Cyber Crime authorities, this team should support those affected, coordinate efforts to remove such content and pursue legal action against those responsible.The entire Telugu film fraternity must come together for this effort. Our associations, artists, technicians, audiences and fans all have a role to play. I also urge the Central and State Governments to take strong and effective measures against the misuse of AI for such abuse.Please do not watch, download, share or circulate these videos, even with the intention of condemning them. Report them to the respective platforms and Cyber Crime authorities instead.Protecting human dignity is our collective responsibility. Let us stand together, speak up and act. NTR recently issued a strong warning over the misuse of the song Chuttamalle by AI. He posted He wrote, "Disgusting, sick and shameless. In a land that worships women as mothers and goddesses, where 'Matrudevo Bhava' is not just a phrase but a part of our culture, some people have fallen so low that they are using AI to disrespect a woman in the most degrading way possible. Using AI to create something this vile is shameful beyond words."He continued, "To the scumbags behind this morphed Chuttamalle video, I will not spare any of you. I will take every possible legal action against those who created it and those who are spreading it. Please do not watch, share or engage with such content. Today it is someone else. Tomorrow, it could be your mother, sister, wife or daughter.""This is a serious issue, and I urge all the state governments and the Government of India to act strongly and bring in strict regulations against the misuse of AI."- Pramod Nandivada

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Chiranjeevi furious over AI fake videos

&nbsp;Vishwak Sen’s ambitious slasher thriller Cult has completed its shooting, marking a major milestone ahead of its October 30 worldwide theatrical release. The actor is directing and headlining the project, which is being presented as an ambitious new entry into India’s slasher genre.Several crucial sequences were filmed for 40–50 days on a specially constructed grand set at Ramoji Film City. Hundreds of models participated in these large scale portions, with the makers promising intense action, violence and suspense. The teaser has already generated curiosity around Cult’s dark cinematic world.Ravi Basrur, known for KGF and Salaar, provides the music and background score, while Sachin, associated with the sound design of Animal, handles sound design. Tharun Bhascker has penned the dialogues, adding his distinctive writing style to Vishwak Sen’s dark and unconventional vision.Produced by Sandeep Kakarala under Tarak Cinemas, Cult stars Gayatri Bharadwaj, Murali Sharma, Sreekanth Iyengar, Tarak Ponnappa and Pragathi in important roles. The film is being prepared in multiple Indian and foreign languages, with the makers targeting a global theatrical rollout on October 30, 2026. - Veda &nbsp;

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&nbsp;&nbsp;Keerthy Suresh is set to enter the OTT space with Akka, an intense period crime thriller also featuring Radhika Apte. Set in 1980s South India, the series explores a fictional town called Pernuru, where powerful women control the criminal underworld. The project marks Keerthy’s streaming debut.Written and directed by debutant Dharmaraj Shetty, Akka revolves around a powerful sisterhood of gangster queens whose established order faces an unexpected threat. Keerthy Suresh and Radhika Apte headline the series, with Tanvi Azmi and Anshumaan Pushkar also appearing in important roles.Akka has reportedly locked October 30, 2026 as its Netflix premiere date. The series was announced in November 2023 and has been in production for nearly three years. Bollywood Hungama reported the October 30 premiere, while Netflix and YRF’s official page currently provide the project details.Produced by YRF Entertainment, Akka promises a gritty combination of revenge, power struggles, violence and survival. The arrival of an outsider threatens Pernuru’s women-led criminal empire, triggering betrayals and a fierce battle for control. The series also marks Keerthy and Radhika’s first collaboration, making the Netflix release highly anticipated. - Veda

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&nbsp;&nbsp; Nandamuri Balakrishna’s upcoming action drama Dada is progressing rapidly under director Gopichand Malineni. The actor recently recovered from an injury sustained during filming and is set to resume shooting in Mysuru. Reports indicate that Balakrishna will join the schedule from October 5, with important action sequences planned.Dada is being produced by Venkata Satish Kilaru under Vriddhi Cinemas and reunites Balakrishna with Gopichand Malineni after Veera Simha Reddy. Set against an 1980s Mumbai backdrop, the film features Kajal Aggarwal, Manchu Manoj, Samuthirakani, Sarathkumar and others. Thaman is composing the music.The Mysuru schedule is expected to include major action and dramatic portions before the team moves to Andhra Pradesh to complete pending work, including the previously interrupted Kakinada schedule.Despite the shooting disruption, the makers have officially locked December 24, 2026, as Dada’s worldwide theatrical release date. With a Christmas release, Balakrishna’s mass image and the Malineni combination, expectations remain high for a strong theatrical opening. - Veda

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&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Bollywood actress Kiara Advani made her Telugu debut with Bharat Ane Nenu in 2018, opposite Mahesh Babu, earning popularity among Telugu audiences. She later reunited with Ram Charan for Vinaya Vidheya Rama and Game Changer. While her Telugu films delivered mixed results, she continued expanding her presence across Indian cinema.Kiara’s latest South Indian outing, Toxic, paired her with Kannada star Yash and marked her Kannada debut. The pan-India project further underlined her interest in multilingual cinema. However, reports now claim that she has recently declined a major Telugu opportunity, with scheduling reportedly cited as the immediate reason behind the decision.Industry speculation suggests Kiara is becoming increasingly selective about her post marriage film choices, preferring characters offering stronger scope for performance rather than roles designed mainly around commercial requirements. However, claims that she has completely decided to stay away from Tollywood for two years remain unconfirmed and should be treated as speculation.Kiara continues to have major Hindi and pan Indian commitments, including Don 3 and other projects in development. Her career also demonstrates that she remains open to South Indian cinema when the role and project appeal to her. Therefore, a strong Telugu script could potentially bring her back to Tollywood in the future. - Veda

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