&nbsp;&nbsp;Ram Charan, Janhvi Kapoor's sports based drama Peddi directed by Buchi Babu Sana is releasing on 4 June 2026. The makers are gearing up to promote the film in a huge way across the country ahead of its release.All eyes are on the film's trailer which will be launched at Mumbai on 18 May. Right after that Sound of Peddi will be organised at Bhopal on 23 May. In the meantime , speaking to scribes, Buchi Babu Sana shared Peddi highlights.He said Mega Star Chiranjeevi visited the set while shooting the wrestling sequence featuring Ram Charan. He said he left the shoot quickly as he couldn't see Ram Charan straining himself in the scorching Sun. He said later Chiranjeevi remarked that their hardwork will be rewarded.He said Rahman who never used to give his number to anyone however shared his number after hearing the story at the first instance. He said Rahman took sportively even when he rejected his tunes on multiple occasions. He said the special song will blow the minds of all.He said he didnnot narrate Peddi story to Chiranjeevi though he narrated Uppena story to him. He said even Ram Charan who hugged after hearing Peddi story never asked whether he narrated the story to Chiranjeevi. He said he feels great as his mentor Sukumar narrated Rangasthalam story to Chiranjeevi.He said one cannot plan such shocking and intense climax involving a top star and Ram Charan was game for the intense 45 minutes climax. He said he is ready to do another project with Ram Charan and though it is at the initial stage, he narrated the line to Ram Charan and in future Ram Charan will talk more about it. &nbsp;

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The trailer of Mareechika sets up a strong and tense love-revenge story. It opens with calm moments between the lead pair and quickly moves into mystery and danger. The words Love, Revenge, and Betrayal flash on screen and define the mood. Visuals are sharp and moody, with rain, dark rooms, and close-up shots that build suspense. Ilaiyaraaja’s background score adds weight to every frame and lifts the tension.Viraj Ashwin, Regina Cassandra, and Anupama Parameswaran look intense and fit well into the thriller setup. The trailer avoids giving away the plot and ends on a sharp twist, which keeps curiosity high. The makers have confirmed the release date along with the trailer launch. Mareechika will hit theatres on May 29th. The team is promoting it as a chilling tale of love packed with suspense and smart twists. With just a few weeks to release, the buzz around the film is growing fast. The May 29th date puts it in a good window for thriller lovers.Mareechika is made as a love-revenge drama that blends emotion with crime elements. The story focuses on relationships that break down because of secrets, lies, and past actions. Viraj Ashwin plays the male lead, while Regina Cassandra and Anupama Parameswaran play key roles that drive the plot forward. Their roles look layered, with shades of both love and revenge seen in the trailer. The film promises a tight screenplay with strong character turns.The movie is produced by One More Hero Media and Lakshmi Bhupala Entertainment. Legend Ilaiyaraaja is composing the music, which is already a highlight after the trailer. Satish Kasetty directed the film. With a strong trailer, good cast, and May 29th release, Mareechika is now one of the awaited thrillers this summer.

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Mareechika Trailer Hints Love Turns Dark With Revenge And Betrayal

Tollywood is seeing a new debate about percentage sharing in theatres. Single screen owners want to start a percentage system for all films. In this system, the theatre and the film team share the ticket money based on a fixed rate. But producers of 17 big films are asking for a break from this rule. They say these are huge budget films and the old rental system works better for them. Talks are going on between producers, distributors, and exhibitors. The final decision will affect many films in 2026 and 2027.The 17 film list has all top stars. Ram Charan’s Peddi, Nani’s The Paradise, and Venkatesh-Trivikram’s AK47 are in it. Chiranjeevi’s Vishwambhara and Balakrishna’s 111th film are also asking for relief. Prabhas has two films in the list, Fauji and Spirit. Rajamouli Mahesh Babu’s Varanasi, Prashanth Varma’s Jai Hanuman, and NTR-Prashanth Neel film are included too. Allu Arjun has RaaKa and AA23. Chiranjeevi-Bobby film, Ram Charan’s RC17, and Kalki 2898 AD Part 2 are also there. Nani-Sujeeth film and Venkatesh-Anil Ravipudi film complete the list.Producers say these films have high cost and need big returns in the first week. The rental model gives them sure money to cover costs. With the percentage system, the income depends on public response each day. If a film slows down after day three, the team may lose money. Single screen owners say the percentage system is fair and helps small films too. They want one rule for all films. The film chamber is trying to find a middle path. A few meetings have already happened in Hyderabad.The next few weeks are key for this issue. If these 17 films get relief, other big films may ask for the same. This can change how Tollywood does business. Fans are watching the news closely because it may affect ticket rates and release dates. The industry hopes for a quick solution that helps both producers and theatre owners. More updates will come after the next round of talks.

17 Big Tollywood Films Seek Relief From New Theatre Percentage Rule

These Big Films Seek Exemption From Percentage System

&nbsp;&nbsp;Tollywood is ready for a big promo fight. Two huge pan India films are set to drop new content this week. Fans are waiting for Ram Charan’s Peddi trailer and Jr NTR’s film with Prashanth Neel. Both teams are planning back to back updates. Social media is already buzzing. The RRR stars are going head to head again, but this time with their new movies. The buzz is strong in all languages. Both films have kept things secret for months, so these new drops are very important.The Peddi trailer will come out on May 18 in Mumbai. The team first planned the event in Bhopal but moved it to Mumbai. The move is to get more national reach. Peddi will release in theatres on June 4. The film has big hopes in Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, and other markets. Ram Charan plays a strong rural role. The trailer is expected to show action, emotion, and mass moments. The music is by A R Rahman and the look of the film is grand. Fans think the trailer will set the tone for a big opening.Just one day later, on May 19, the NTR and Prashanth Neel team will share a special teaser or glimpse for the media. The film is still untitled and is called Dragon by fans. The makers have been quiet for a long time. Reports say the reveal will be big. NTR is coming in a new look with high style action. The film is made on a huge budget and is planned for June next year. This teaser will be the first real look at the film.Both drops are coming within 24 hours. This has made fans excited and active online. Meme pages, trend wars, and fan edits will flood social media once the content is out. Peddi is close to release and needs a strong push. The NTR Neel film wants to start early buzz for next year. If both videos connect with people, the hype for both films will grow fast across India. &nbsp;

Ram Charan Peddi Vs NTR Neel Dragon

Ram Charan Peddi And NTR Dragon Clash Heats Up Tollywood

&nbsp;&nbsp;Megastar Chiranjeevi spoke with Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay on a phone call yesterday. The talk was warm and friendly. Both stars have made a big name in South Indian cinema. They spoke about films, politics, and respect for each other. The call happened after Vijay became Chief Minister with his party Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam. Fans from both Telugu and Tamil states were happy to hear about the chat.The two legends shared kind words and showed strong bond across industries. During the call, Chiranjeevi wished Vijay all the best as Chief Minister. He said he hopes Vijay will lead a people first government. He also said Vijay can win the same love that M. G. Ramachandran got from the public. MGR was a top actor who became a loved Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. Chiranjeevi said he wants Vijay to create the same mark with his work and service. The message was full of hope and support for Vijay’s new role.Vijay thanked Chiranjeevi for the wishes. He said he watched Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu, Chiranjeevi’s Sankranti 2026 film with Anil Ravipudi. Vijay said he enjoyed seeing Chiranjeevi on screen again. He liked the Megastar’s acting in the family film that also had Venkatesh.Vijay also spoke about the piracy issue with his last film Jana Nayagan. He thanked Chiranjeevi for his support during the leak problem. The film faced delays and losses because of the online leak. At the end, Vijay wished Chiranjeevi good luck for his next film under KVN Productions. The call showed strong respect between the two stars. &nbsp;

Megastar Congratulate Thalapathy

Chiranjeevi Calls Vijay To Congratulate New Tamil Nadu CM

&nbsp;Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan has shared shocking news about his health. He spoke openly about many health problems he has faced for years. Fans were surprised to hear the details. He said his sports and martial arts training helped him stay strong and handle the pain. He still works hard and meets people even with these issues. His words have gone viral and many are now sending wishes for his recovery.Pawan Kalyan said he got a bad lung infection during COVID. The problem is still not fully gone and it still troubles him. He also has serious sinus issues. Too much dust blocked his nose and caused pain. At one point it even hurt his long distance vision. The sinus problem became so bad that he had to do surgery this year. Doctors did a Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery and it was a success. He went back to work soon after the surgery.He also talked about shoulder tears. He said fans pull him with love at events and political meets. The force from the crowd caused a muscle tear between his shoulders. He thanked fans for their love but said it has taken a toll on his body. He also has spine issues like disc compression. These problems give him pain every day. But he said his mind is strong. His martial arts training from his young days helps him manage the pain and keep a busy work plan.Even after surgery and with body pain, he joined the Andhra Pradesh Cabinet meeting on May 14, 2026. This shows his duty to the people. Prime Minister Narendra Modi also called him after the surgery. He praised Pawan Kalyan for his courage and wished him a fast recovery. Fans are worried but also proud of his spirit and hard work despite the health struggles.

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Pawan Kalyan Opens Up About Long Health Battle And Strong Comeback

&nbsp;Fans waiting for Dhurandhar 2 on JioHotstar will have to wait longer. The film was expected to stream today, but the platform has pushed the release to June 4. This means a delay of three more weeks. The move has left many viewers upset because they were ready to watch the sequel from home. Dhurandhar Part 2 finished its run in theatres and completed the usual eight week window. Most people thought it would come online on May 15. But JioHotstar decided to change the date and go beyond the normal schedule.In Bollywood, films usually come to OTT after eight weeks in theatres. This is a common rule now. Dhurandhar Part 1 also came on Netflix right after eight weeks. For Part 2, JioHotstar bought the digital rights instead of Netflix. The film has done good business in theatres and built strong buzz. Many thought the second part would follow the same pattern and drop soon after the window ended. But the platform has taken extra time before the premiere. The delay is not common and has made fans talk online.JioHotstar has now confirmed the new date for Dhurandhar 2. The film will stream on June 4, 2026, at 7 PM. It will be available in five languages. Viewers can watch it in Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, and Kannada. This will help the film reach people across India. The cast and action scenes from Part 1 were a big hit, and Part 2 is expected to be bigger with a new story and strong face off scenes.The three week delay has disappointed fans who planned to watch it today. Still, the new date gives people a clear time to wait. JioHotstar is promoting the film strongly before the June 4 launch. With a big star cast and wide language support, Dhurandhar 2 is set to get huge views when it finally streams. Meanwhile Dhurandhar 2 The Revenge is currently streaming on Netflix outside India.&nbsp;

Hotstar Delayed Dhurandhar 2

Dhurandhar 2 OTT Release Delayed To June 4 On JioHotstar

&nbsp;&nbsp;Veteran actor and filmmaker Kamal Haasan shared a strong message about the money problems facing Indian cinema. He titled it My Appeal to Our Industry. He asked everyone in films to work together and follow good habits. He said the world is facing hard times and the film world must act with care. He warned that costs are going up fast. Fuel, energy, travel, and set work are all getting more costly because of the West Asia issue. The market is still not fully back after the last few years. So budgets are under pressure. Kamal Haasan said workers must be protected first. Wages, safety, food, travel, and stay for daily workers should not be cut. They are the base of every film.He also spoke about waste in filmmaking. He asked why every love scene needs Paris and every honeymoon needs Switzerland. He said India has many beautiful places and we should use them. Foreign trips cost a lot and add little to the story. He wants less waste, better planning, and fewer delays. Big teams, extra travel, and costly sets with no use must stop. He said saving money on these things will help the whole industry. Many young filmmakers also support local shoots now because they cost less and look real.Kamal Haasan asked all parts of the film world to meet and talk. Producers, actors, directors, studios, theatres, distributors, OTT teams, and worker unions should join. He said the group must find ways to cut costs without hurting quality. He gave simple ideas like short schedules, less luxury on sets, saving power, and reusing set material. He said these steps can help films stay on budget. Some recent movies have already used these steps and finished work on time with less money.He ended by saying cinema is more than fun. It is a big part of our culture and it guides many people. If we save money now, we can protect the future of films. His words are getting support from many in the film world. People say his appeal is clear and needed. The film industry is now looking at his ideas to make smart and safe changes. &nbsp;

Kamal About Crisis In Film Industry

Kamal Haasan Calls For Unity To Save Film Industry From Cost Crisis

&nbsp;&nbsp;Singer and spiritual therapist Keneeshaa Francis shared a very emotional note on Instagram that has started breakup talk about her and Tamil actor Ravi Mohan. She wrote about walking away with silence and complete detachment. Many fans feel this post means the Keneeshaa Ravi Mohan relationship is over. The Instagram story went viral fast. The words she used show personal pain. People linked it to Ravi Mohan because both have been in the news for many months.In her note, Keneeshaa said she is releasing herself with peace, love, and complete detachment. She said she will not defend anyone anymore. She also said that loyalty and kindness often lose to public judgment and chaos. She wrote that she gave pieces of herself to protect someone the world had already judged. These lines made fans think she is talking about her bond with Ravi Mohan. The message was raw and honest, and it spread quickly online.The talk around Ravi Mohan and Keneeshaa began after his 2024 separation from his wife Aarti Ravi. Rumors linked Keneeshaa to the actor, but she said many times that she was not a homewrecker. She said she only stood by him during a hard time. Ravi Mohan also spoke about the separation and said it could not be fixed even after many tries. Despite the issue, Keneeshaa and Ravi made public appearances together. They also worked on projects under Ravi Mohan Studios. Their close bond was always discussed on social media and in the Tamil film world.Right now, neither Keneeshaa Francis nor Ravi Mohan has said anything clearly about a split. Her latest post has made the breakup talk stronger. Fans are waiting for them to speak on the matter. The post is not direct, but the timing and tone show a big change in their relationship. &nbsp;

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Keneeshaa Francis Post Hints At Split With Ravi Mohan

Over the last few days, Tollywood head been witnessing an ugly fight between exhibitors, distributors and producers. The contentious issue being the rental or percentage sharing during the screening of the films.What started as a small fight, slowly snowballed into a bigger controversy with few theatres and multiplexes refused to screen the recent releases. Following this, war of words occured between renowned producers, distributors and exhibitors.This put question mark over the smooth release of Ram Charan's upcoming film Peddi, the most awaited film. The controversy just ahead of big film like Peddi worried all. But today at the Film Chamber, the distributors, producers and exhibitors met and agreed to form a committee to resolve the contentious issue.Many feel there three warring factions got a mega stroke with Mega Star Chiranjeevi having a serious discussion with all of them. Even though many don't consider Chiranjeevi as Tollywood 's problem resolver, everyone knows he takes the initiative whenever necessary. This time too he stepped in to put an end to the ugly war.This was the reason why all of a sudden influential biggies like Suresh Babu, Allu Aravind and Dil Raju came out and addressed the media. &nbsp;The meeting was held at the Film Chamber and a committee was formed. But inside talk is tensions flared between Asian Suniel ,Suniel’s close-aide, Exhibitor Sridhar and Producer Naga Vamsi &nbsp;and Suresh Babu also lost his cool.&nbsp; FDC Chairman Dil Raju tried to cool the tempers.What ever it may be , one should forget all the differences and forego their egos to ensure smooth release of big star's film Peddi so that theatres will once again witness people thronging and celebrate the success of cinema. Everyone knows that theatres are facing existential crisis and if Peddi releases in a grand manner, it will breathe a fresh lease of life to Tollywood which is currently on ICU.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Mega Stroke to Exhibitors and Distributors

Exhibitors, Distributors and Producers get Mega Stroke 

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, and Minister Nara Lokesh laid the foundation stone for the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft AMCA project in Puttaparthi. The project is worth Rs 15,803 crore and will create around 7,500 direct jobs. This fifth-generation stealth fighter project is led by DRDO and ADA, and will be built with support from HAL and private defence firms. The Puttaparthi facility will focus on design, testing, and key systems for the AMCA. Officials say the project will boost India’s self-reliance in defence and cut imports of advanced fighter jets. Work on the first prototype is expected to start soon, with the first flight planned by 2028 and induction by 2035.Along with AMCA, the leaders also launched other defence and drone projects in the upcoming Drone City near Puttaparthi. The area is being developed as a major hub for aerospace, UAVs, and defence manufacturing. Multiple MoUs were signed with private companies to set up units for drone tech, avionics, and missile parts. The state government has allotted large land parcels and promised fast clearances to attract investment. This move is part of Andhra Pradesh’s plan to build a defence corridor and create over 25,000 jobs in the next few years.At the event, CM Chandrababu Naidu, Rajnath Singh, and Lokesh visited an exhibition of defence products. They saw missiles, hand grenades, modern guns, and a prototype of the new fighter jet. DRDO and several startups displayed UAVs, anti-drone systems, and next-gen weapon models. The leaders spoke about making India a global hub for defence exports and using new tech for security.The AMCA will be India’s first indigenous stealth aircraft with advanced radar, supercruise, and AI-based systems. With this foundation event, Puttaparthi is set to become a key centre for India’s aerospace growth.

 AMCA Defence Projects Launched In Puttaparthi

CM, Defence Minister, and Minister Lokesh Lay Foundation For AMCA Project In Puttaparthi

Mega Power Star Ram Charan is ready to hit the big screen with his rustic sports drama Peddhi. The film has already created huge buzz with Charan’s powerful look in the first glimpse. Fans are calling his new avatar ‘Ram Bujji’ and the craze is growing every day. The team has now started big promotions across India. Director Buchi Babu Sana is making this film under Vriddhi Cinemas, produced by Venkata Satish Kilaru. The makers have planned a grand trailer launch event in Mumbai on May 18.To add more excitement, the team released a special video to introduce Divyendu Sharma’s character Ram Bujji. Known for his work in Mirzapur, Divyendu makes his Telugu debut with this film. In the video, Ram Bujji walks onto the cricket ground with strong attitude and rough style. His body language and intense look show that the role is very important to the story. The mass background score and Divyendu’s screen presence have raised fan curiosity. Janhvi Kapoor plays the female lead while Shiva Rajkumar and Jagapathi Babu are in key roles.Peddhi is presented by Mythri Movie Makers and Sukumar Writings. AR Rahman is giving music for the film and R Rathnavelu is handling the camera. Avinash Kolla is the production designer and National Award winner Naveen Nooli is the editor. The film is set in a village backdrop and focuses on cricket and emotion. The team has locked the final edit and post work is going on at full speed. The makers promise world class production values and a fresh experience for Indian cinema.Peddhi will release worldwide on June 4, 2026, with premieres on June 3. The film will come out in Telugu, Tamil, Hindi, Kannada, and Malayalam. Ram Charan’s rugged new look, intense role, and the addition of Divyendu Sharma have made Peddhi one of the most awaited films.&nbsp;

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