Prabhas and Sandeep Reddy Vanga\'s highly anticipated film, Spirit, has secured a massive OTT deal with Netflix, reportedly worth â‚¹160 crore for all languages. This record breaking deal highlights the immense anticipation surrounding the project, even before its release. The film\'s production cost, excluding Prabhas and Sandeep Vanga\'s remunerations, is lower than the OTT deal itself, indicating massive box office profits.The combination of Prabhas and Sandeep Reddy Vanga has generated huge hype, with Spirit expected to be a game changer in Indian cinema. The film is an action drama, with Prabhas playing a cop for the first time in his career, and Tripti Dimri as the female lead. The movie is produced by T-Series and Bhadrakali Pictures, with a wide release planned in international markets.&nbsp;Spirit is expected to hit theatres in March, 2027, with fans eagerly waiting for its release. The film\'s success is attributed to Sandeep Reddy Vanga\'s powerful characterizations, rather than relying on VFX or big-budget aspects. Prabhas\' record breaking paycheck for Spirit, reportedly over â‚¹160 crore, solidifies his position as one of the highest paid actors in Indian cinema.The OTT deal has declared Spirit a financial winner even before its release, with Netflix acquiring the digital rights. The film\'s global release is planned, with over 1,150 theatres across international markets, making it the biggest release for an Indian release movie.

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Spirit Record Breaking OTT Deal

Spirit Bags Huge Netflix OTT Deal

Salaar makers wish their beauty. Recently shocking rumours spread that Prabhas-Prashanth Neel\'s Salaar sequel, Salaar-Shouryangaparvam was shelved.
A source shared &ldquo;Both director Prashanth Neel and Prabhas have decided to completely revamp Salaar 2. What worked three years ago won&rsquo;t work now. The project is being altered to cater to changed audiences&rsquo; tastes,This came out as a huge disappointment to all the fans of Prabhas. It is known that Salaar turned out tobe a decent hit for Prabhas. In the midst of all this, the makers of Salaar shut down all the rumours by wishing the female lead Shruti Haasan on her birthday with the following post.
Here&rsquo;s wishing our coolest Aadya, @shrutihaasan a very Happy Birthday.Looking forward to Shouryaanga Parvam and seeing you back on the sets of #Salaar2.\"The film stars Prithviraj Sukumaran in an important role while the music for the film is tuned by Ravi Basrur.

Salaar makers shut rumours in style

Salaar makers wish their beauty

Dulqer-Mrunal pic ignites Sita Ramam sequel rumours. A picture of Dulqer Salmaan and Mrunal Thakur is going viral on social media. In the picture Mrunal Thakur is seen holding an umbrella with Dulqer Salmaan under it.
The picture is triggering rumours of their unision on the silver screen once again. They earlier cast a magic spell with the romantic classic Sita Ramam and now the picture is spreading rumours of Sita Ramam sequel. Some are speculating whether they will unite for a new film.But till now the makers of Sita Ramam, Vyjayanthi Movies didnot announce or share their intentions of coming up with a Sita Ramam sequel.Earlier rumours came that Mrunal Thakur will be romancing Simbu in a Kollywood film and Mrunal herself shared that she is starring in a Telugu film. Dulqer Salmaan was last seen in Kaantha and rumours have it that he and Nani are coming together for a project.

Dulqer-Mrunal Pic Trigger Rumours

Dulqer-Mrunal pic ignites Sita Ramam sequel rumours

Venkatesh increases his remuneration. Victory Venkatesh is on a high scoring hits. Last Sankranti, he scored a hit with Sankrantiki Vasthunnam and this year, he played a powerful cameo in Chiranjeevi\'s Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu and played a key role in the film\'s resounding success.\r\nVenkatesh is currently starring in Trivikram Srinivas\' direction. The film is titled interestingly as Adarsha Kutumbam. The project was longdue and finally it turned into a reality.\r\nExpectations are high on the project as Trivikram Srinivas earlier worked as a dialogue writer for Venkatesh\'s hit films. In the meantime, it is coming out that Venkatesh increased his remuneration and he is currently getting Rs40crs for Adarsha Kutumbam.\r\n&nbsp;\r\nFor Sankrantiki Vasthunnam, he got around Rs 35 crs and with the film entering into Rs 300crs club, the makers of Adarsha Kutumbam who are making the film with Rs 150crs are planning to come with interesting and crazy elements and ensure that the film will get Rs 400crs collections.&nbsp;

Senior Star Hikes His Remuneration

Venkatesh increases his remuneration

Hey Bhagawan teaser review. Suhas made an impact on the big screen with his riveting and captivating performances and he is coming to entertain movie lovers with his&nbsp; upcoming film titled interestingly as Hey Bhagawan.\r\nThe film is directed by&nbsp; Gopi Atchara and is racing for a grand release on 20 Feb 2026. The makers today released the film\'s teaser. The teaser is loaded with funny elements and increased the interest levels among movie lovers.\r\nThe teaser showed Sr Naresh as the father of Suhas and both busy with their family business around which immense secrecy is maintained. Suhas, Naresh, Sudharshan and Vennela Kishore are seen creating humour with their dialogues and screen presence.\r\nShivani Nagaram is the female lead in the film for which the music is tuned by Vivek Sagar. Shanmukha Prashanth and Midhun Shankar Reddy wrote the story along with Gopi Atchara. Mahireddy Pandugula is the cinematographer for the film produced by B.Nagendra Reddy on his Trishul Visionary Studios banner.&nbsp;

Hey Bhagawan teaser talk

Hey Bhagawan teaser review

Gaabara Gaabara from Couple Friendly released. Santosh Sobhan is slowly and steadily creating a niche for himself doing different genre entertainers. He is starring in a film titled in an interesting manner as Couple Friendly.\r\nThe film stars Manasa Varanasi as the female lead under the direction of&nbsp; Ashwin Chandrasekhar . The film\'s promotions increased the interest among movie lovers and today they released the song Gaabara Gaabara.\r\nRakendu Mouli penned emotional lyrics for the song tuned by Aditya Ravindran. The song is sung by music director Santosh Narayanan and he with his voice elevated the emotions and soul of the song. The song is shot in a beautiful manner on the lead pair Santosh Sobhan and Manasa Varanasi.\r\nCouple Friendly is releasing on 14 Feb as Valentines Day special. Dinesh Purushothaman handled the cinematography for the film produced by UV Concepts and presented by UV Creations.&nbsp;

CF- Gaabara Connects Emotionally

Gaabara Gaabara from Couple Friendly released

The Paradise shoot at snails pace. Natural Star Nani is coming up with high octane action entertainer The Paradise. The film is helmed by Srikanth Odela and excitement is increasing over the project as the duo earlier cameup with a mass entertainer Dasara.\r\nFans got excited when the makers confirmed the film\'s release as 26 March 2026. But sometime back, the makers said that if Ram Charan\'s Peddi releases on 27 March 2026 then they will avoid the clash at the&nbsp; box office.\r\nHowever, there is more that is happening inside the project. Inside talk is the film will not be releasing on 26 March even if Peddi donot release. This because, it is coming out that the film\'s shooting is completed only 50%. This information is leaving all shellshocked.\r\nSources share that the makers need another 50 days to complete the film\'s shooting. They are now planning to slate the film during Julne.\r\nKayadu Lohar is the female lead in the film which stars Mohan Babu, Raghav Juyal, Babu Mohan, and Sampoornesh Babu in important roles. The music is tuned by Anirudh Ravichander and it is bankrolled by Sudhakar Cherukuri under the SLV Cinemas banner.

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The Paradise shoot at snails pace

All eyes are on King Nagarjuna\'s milestone 100th film directed by Kollywood director Ra. Karthik. Till now no information came about it from the makers.\r\nAccording to the latest, it is coming out that the film\'s shooting is progressing at a brisk pace in Ramoji Film City, Hyderabad. The makers are shooting the talkie part at supersonic pace.\r\nCurrently Nagarjuna and other cast is participating in the shoot. The film is high on intense action sequences and inside talk is Ra. Karthik will be showing Nagarjuna in a completely different avatar.\r\nNagarjuna recently speaking about the film said, yesteryear heroine Tabu is keen to be part of his milestone film. It is known that Nagarjuna and Tabu acted in&nbsp; many hit films. The film is bankrolled in a prestigious manner on Annapurna Studios banner. Rumours have it that the makers are planning to cast three hot beauties as the female leads in the film.&nbsp;

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Nagarjuna 100th film in full swing

Prabhas' horror-comedy film, The Raja Saab, is set to stream on Jio Hotstar soon after its theatrical release on January 9, 2026. The digital rights of the film have been acquired by Jio Hotstar for a whopping â‚¹80 crore, covering all major language versions, including Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, Kannada, and Hindi.&nbsp;
The film's OTT release date is expected to be announced soon, likely between February 20 and March 6, 2026, considering the typical six to eight week window for theatrical films. The deal also includes a performance based bonus structure, where the producers will receive an additional â‚¹10 crore for every â‚¹100 crore earned at the worldwide box office beyond the â‚¹200 crore mark. But, Jio Hotstar is planning to bring Raja Saab earlier barring Hindi in other languages.

The Raja Saab, directed by Maruthi, showcases Prabhas in a unique genre, blending horror, comedy, and emotion. The story revolves around a young man who inherits an ancestral mansion believed to be haunted, with an emotional subplot involving the protagonist's grandmother, Gangadevi, who suffers from Alzheimer's disease.

The film boasts a star studded cast, including Sanjay Dutt, Malavika Mohanan, Nidhhi Agerwal, and Zarina Wahab, with comic relief provided by Prabhas Srinu, Sapthagiri, Getup Srinu and VTV Ganesh. Thaman S composed the music, while Karthik Palani handled cinematography and Kotagiri Venkateswara Rao oversaw editing. The Raja Saab concluded its theatrical run at the box office with Rs 250 crores worldwide.

TRS Massive OTT Deal Revealed

The Raja Saab Huge OTT Deal With Jio Hotstar Details

Malayalam megastar Mammootty recently visited the famous Ernakulathappan temple in Kochi, Kerala, and participated in the Annadanam program, serving food to devotees with his own hands. This heartwarming gesture has won the hearts of everyone, showcasing Mammootty's commitment to religious harmony. Despite being a Muslim, Mammootty's participation in Hindu temple festivals highlights the cultural richness of Kerala, where artists and common people come together to celebrate festivals.
The tradition of Annadanam, or serving food to devotees, is an integral part of Kerala's cultural heritage. Mammootty's involvement in this noble act has touched the hearts of fans and non fans alike, promoting a sense of unity and togetherness. His actions reflect the values of compassion, respect, and community service, inspiring others to follow suit.
Mammootty's visit to the temple is not an isolated incident. It's a testament to the strong bonds between people of different faiths in Kerala. In the past, special pujas were performed at the Sabarimala temple for Mammootty's health by his close friend Mohanlal, highlighting their strong friendship and respect for each other's beliefs. The news of Mammootty's Annadanam at the temple has gone viral on social media, with many praising his selfless act.
Mammootty's commitment to social causes and community service is well known, and this latest gesture reinforces his reputation as a true icon of unity and harmony. His fans and well wishers are eagerly awaiting his next project, and this noble act will surely add to his legacy as a champion of social good.

Hero Act Reflects Religious Harmony

Mammootty Temple Visit Promotes Religious Harmony

<pMrunal Thakur is set to make her Tamil cinema debut with Silambarasan TR\'s upcoming film, STR51, marking her first collaboration with the actor. This romantic fantasy comedy, directed by Ashwath Marimuthu, is produced by AGS Entertainment and expected to begin shooting by April 2026. Mrunal Thakur has been waiting for the right project to enter Tamil cinema, and STR51 seems to be it.&nbsp;The actress has gained recognition in Telugu cinema with successful films like Sita Ramam and Hi Nanna, and is now looking to expand her reach in Tamil cinema. STR51 promises to be an exciting project, with Simbu playing the role of the \"God of Love\" and Mrunal Thakur as his co-star. The film\'s music will be composed by Leon James.Mrunal Thakur\'s Tamil debut has generated significant buzz, with fans eagerly awaiting the film\'s release. The actress is currently busy with other projects, including Dacoit, which is set to release on March 19, 2026, alongside Adivi Sesh. STR51 is expected to be a major hit, given the combination of Simbu, Mrunal Thakur, and Ashwath Marimuthu.Ashwath Marimuthu\'s previous film, Dragon, was a super hit, and his collaboration with Simbu is expected to bring something fresh to Tamil cinema. The film will release in 2027.

Mrunal Tamil Debut

Mrunal Thakur Set To Make Her Tamil Debut

Dhurandhar, the action-packed spy thriller starring Ranveer Singh, Akshaye Khanna, R Madhavan, and Arjun Rampal, has made history at the box office. After 53 days in theaters, the film has netted â‚¹890.8 crore in India (â‚¹1,051 crore gross) on a â‚¹225 crore budget, marking an impressive 295% return on investment. Worldwide collections have soared to â‚¹1,346.14 crore, with â‚¹295 crore coming from overseas.\r\nThe film\'s success can be attributed to its gripping storyline, star studded cast, and expert direction by Aditya Dhar. Dhurandhar is now the first Hindi film to cross â‚¹1,000 crore gross in India and ranks third among all-time Hindi blockbusters, behind Pushpa 2 and Baahubali 2.\r\nWith its record breaking run, audiences are eagerly waiting for Dhurandhar 2, scheduled to release on March 19, 2026. The sequel promises to be an even bigger spectacle, with Arjun Rampal and R Madhavan leading the cast. The film\'s success has also sparked interest in its digital release, with Netflix acquiring the rights for â‚¹130 crore.\r\nDhurandhar\'s impact extends beyond the box office, with its themes of patriotism and anti-terrorism resonating with audiences. The film\'s critical acclaim, with praise for its performances, direction, and action sequences, has further solidified its position as a must-watch.

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