\r\nSpeculation on Ee Nagaraniki Emaindi Repeat release. Tharun Bhascker captured the imagination of all with the youthful entertainer Ee Nagaraniki Emaindi which released in 2018.\r\nNow all eyes are on the film\'s sequel titled Ee Nagaraniki Emaindi Repeat which is progressing at a brisk pace. Now speculation is increasing on the film\'s release.\r\nIn the midst of all this, Srujan Yarabolu , speaking to scribes said the film in all probability will release in the second half of 2026. He said though it is a buddy comedy there are extensive VFX work. He said he felt it was a sure shot hit after he read the 150 pages of the script.\r\nHe said he felt Tharun Bhascker came up with the best script and it revolves around filmmaking. He said the sequel will have many surprises even while retaining the naturality of the first part.\r\nVivek Sagar is the music director while Vishwak Sen, Sai Sushanth Reddy, Abhinav Gomatam, and Venkatesh Kakumanu will be reprising their roles. Suresh Productions and S Originals are bankroling the project.\r\n

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ENM Repeat release at this time

Speculation on Ee Nagaraniki Emaindi Repeat release

\r\nRam Gopal Varma exposes AR.Rahman. Rahman\'s recent comments talking about communal stoked a huge controversy.\r\nNow, Ram Gopal Varma speaking to scribes, exposed Rahman and his Oscar winning song Jai Ho from Slumdog Millionnaire.&nbsp; Ram Gopal Varma said \"Rahman was doing a film called Yuvraj for Subhash Ghai and Rahman is always late, it frustrates you not being on time. On this day, Rahman was arriving from airport and Sukhwinder was there, doing something, Rahman came and said hi hi and asked Sukhwinder right in front of Suubhash Ghai, \"did you compose?\" Sukhwinder said yes, played a song and Rahman said he liked it and asked if Subhash liked it. Subhash got angry and started shoutimg at Rahman sayoing\' I\'m paying you 3 crores for you to do it... i also can get Sukhwinder to do it, why do i need you?\"\r\nRam Gopal Varma shares \"Rahman said in reply, \'mind you tongue Mr Ghai, you are paying for my name, not my work, don\'t get confused\' I only said, did you like it I did not say accept it if you don\'t like it, I\'\'ll do another song. Rahman said this and then left for Chennai. Sukhwinder told me that Rahman later called him and asked him to complete the song and email it to him. That was it, then one year later Rahman\'s manager sent a cheque for 5 lakhs to Sukhwinder and then Sukhwinder sked why? the manager said, \"you made a song a song for Rahman and Rahman sold it to a party and this 5 lakhs is your share\" Who did Rahman sell the song to? Slumdog Millionaire. and the song Jai ho. \"\r\n

RGV Exposes Oscar Winner

Maverick Director Ram Gopal Varma exposes AR Rahman

\r\nRaveena daguther Rasha turns singer. Rasha Thadani who made her debut in Bollywood with Azad is now making her Telugu debut opposite Mahesh Babu\'s nephew Jaya Krishna in Srinivasa Mangapuram under the direction of Ajay Bhupathi of RX100 fame.\r\nAccording to the latest, Rasha sang the song in her upcoming film&nbsp; Laikey Laikaa. Saurabh Gupta is directing the film produced by Bhavna Talwar and Raghav Gupta.\r\nRasha sang the song Chaap Tilak from the film. In the music video released by Zee Music, fans can catch a glimpse of Rasha performing the soulful song in the studio.\r\nFans reacted in the following way.\r\nOn YouTube, one viewer commented, &ldquo;Best playback singer award goes to miss rasha thadani,&rdquo; while another wrote, &ldquo;What a song wow rasha so so happy for this collab.&rdquo; Excitement continued with comments like, &ldquo;This is fireeee Rasha has got such an amazing voice and the song is lit ðŸ«¶,&rdquo; and, &ldquo;Omg what a energetic songgðŸ”¥ðŸ”¥ I love this song and play again and again this is dmn good yrrðŸ™ŒðŸ».&rdquo; Another fan added, &ldquo;Somebody call fire brigade cuz the song if fireeeeeðŸ”¥ðŸ”¥ðŸ”¥ðŸ”¥.&rdquo; What do you think about the starlet\'s first singing attempt?\r\n

Rasha Thadani turns singer

Raveena daughter Rasha turns singer

\r\nAadi Saikumar\'s recent hit Shambala, a mystical thriller that turned much needed solid hit for Aadi, is now streaming on Aha. The film, directed by Ugandhar Muni, was released as a Christmas special and received fair responses from critics and audiences. It had a very good theatrical run and is available on Aha, first for Gold subscribers, and will be accessible to regular users from January 23, 2026.\r\nShambala features Archana Iyer, Swasika Vijay, Madhunandan, Ravi Varma, and Laxman Meesala in key roles, with music composed by Sricharan Pakala. The film\'s digital rights were acquired by Aha for a reported Rs 10 crore, indicating strong confidence in its OTT potential..The film\'s unique storyline, blending mythology with science, has generated interest among viewers.\r\nShambala is about a small village possessed by an evil spirit, and the gripping narrative keeps audiences on their toes with tense moments and engaging twists in the second half. Aadi Saikumar\'s performance is a highlight, along with Ravi Varma\'s impressive portrayal of a possessed character. The film\'s crisp runtime of under 2 hours and 20 minutes makes it a compelling watch, appealing to those who missed it in theaters.\r\nShambala is a gripping thriller with a unique theme that has worked well with audiences. The film\'s blend of mythology and science is interesting, and those who love thrillers with proper logic will enjoy it. The director creates multiple tense moments, and the twists in the second half are engaging, ending the film on a high note. Aadi Saikumar\'s comeback film has ended as a good hit at the box office and is expected to perform even better on OTT, given its strong word of mouth and unique storyline.\r\n

Shambala OTT Streaming Details

Aadi Saikumar Superhit Shambhala Now Streaming On Aha 

\r\nAamir Khan shares his thoughts on Ek Din. Aamir Khan\'s son Junaid Khan is coming to entertain movie lovers with his romantic entertainer Ek Din. The film directed by Sunil Pandey is releasing on 1 May 2026. The film makers the debut of talented actress Sai Pallavi in Bollywood.\r\nAhead of its release, Aamir Khan said &ldquo;It&rsquo;s a pure romantic film. Very classic kind of romance genre. And it&rsquo;s the kind of romance that I like. As an audience, I am a sucker for mushy romantic films. I love mushy romance. It&rsquo;s that classic, slightly magical, love story. And I loved the script when I heard it for the first time. I am so glad we finally went with Sai Pallavi. She is such a good actor and she has done an amazing job.&rdquo;\r\nAbout his son Junaid, he said &ldquo;I think Junaid has also done really well. He is my son, so I&rsquo;d rather not talk much about it. But I think both of them have done well. The director has made a wonderful film. And I am looking forward to it releasing on the 1st of May.&rdquo;\r\nMansoor Khan, Aamir Khan, and Aparna Purohit are producing the film under Aamir Khan Productions. The film is the remake of the 2016 Thai film One Day.\r\n

Aamir Khan on Ek Din

Aamir Khan shares his thoughts on Ek Din

\r\nThe psychological horror movie \"Honey\" starring Navin Chandra and Divya Pillai has released its thrilling teaser, leaving audiences eager for more. Directed by Karuna Kumar and produced by Ravi Pitla and Praveen Kumar Reddy under OVA Entertainment, the film promises a unique blend of superstition, blind faith, and dark psychological elements inspired by real life events.\r\nThe teaser showcases a ritual based horror theme with eerie silence, darkness, and mysterious vibes, hinting at a story unlike any seen before. Karuna Kumar\'s direction and the top-notch technical team, including cinematography by Nagesh Baniel and editing by Marthand K. Venkatesh, add to the film\'s suspense. Navin Chandra\'s performance and Ajay Arasada\'s spine-chilling background score enhance the movie\'s dark atmosphere.\r\nEvery frame of the teaser gives a feeling that there\'s something big hidden, making the audience curious. The film\'s unique approach to horror, focusing on the unknown and unexplained, has generated significant buzz among audiences. The cast, including Divya Pillai and Raja Ravindra, delivers standout performances, adding to the film\'s intrigue.\r\nThe movie\'s technical aspects, such as cinematography and editing, are expected to elevate the horror experience. The combination of psychological thriller and horror elements makes \"Honey\" a must-watch for fans of the genre. The film\'s release is highly anticipated, given the current trend of psychological horror movies gaining popularity. With its mix of psychological depth, social relevance, and horror elements, \"Honey\" is set to release on February 6, promising an unforgettable cinematic experience.\r\n

Spine Chilling Teaser Of Honey 

Honey Movie Teaser Sparks Excitement 

\r\nIs Sharwanand taking a huge risk with dual role in Biker. Charming Star Sharwanand captured the imagination of all with his recent release Nari Nari Naduma Murari. The film directed by Ram Abbaraju which released on 14 Jan2026 as Sankranti special is creating a laughing riot in the theatres.\r\nThe film already reached the breakeven in all the regions much to the delight of the makers. Sharwanand celebrated the film\'s success and at the event, he sprang a surprise by sharing exciting details about his next project. It is known that Sharwanand is starring in Biker under the direction of Abhilash Kankara.\r\nBiker was supposed to release on 6 December 2025 but the film was postponed to aviod clash with Balakrishna\'s Akhanda Thaandavam. Now, Sharwanand speaking to scribes, Sharwanand said that he will be seen in dual role of father and son in the film. The film will be releasing even in 3D and 4DX formats.\r\nThe film is a sports based entertainer which features Malavika Nair as the female lead. The film stars Rajasekhar in an important role with Gibhran being the music director.\r\n

Biker- Sharwanand Taking Huge Risk

Is Sharwanand taking a huge risk with dual role in Biker

\r\nSunny Deol\'s highly anticipated war drama Border 2 has made a strong start in advance bookings, edging close to Rs 5 crore and signaling a bumper opening ahead of Republic Day. The film\'s pre-sales began on Monday across India, and within a day, it surpassed the Rs 4 crore mark, continuing to grow steadily. According to trade tracking data, Border 2 has earned nearly Rs 1.97 crore in advance bookings for day one excluding block seats, while including block seats, the total rises to around Rs 4.83 crore.\r\nThe film has over 7,300 shows listed nationwide, with more single screens and multiplexes expected to open bookings, further boosting numbers. On BookMyShow alone, the movie is selling close to 2,800 to 3,000 tickets every hour, with over 2.5 lakh users marking it as a film they are interested in watching. Sunny Deol shared the excitement on social media, announcing the start of advance booking and calling it \"the biggest war film of India,\" set to release in cinemas on January 23.\r\nCompared to other recent releases, Border 2 is ahead in early trends. Sunny Deol\'s previous film Jaat collected around Rs 2.4 crore in total advance bookings and opened at Rs 9 crore net. Gadar 2 had advance bookings of about Rs 2.2 crore at a similar stage, while Dhurandhar was close to Rs 1 crore. Both Gadar 2 and Dhurandhar went on to open big at the box office, with Gadar 2 collecting Rs 40 crore and Dhurandhar opening at Rs 28 crore.\r\nWith Border 2 already outpacing these films in early pre-sales, trade experts are predicting a strong opening day, especially with the Republic Day weekend advantage and Sunny Deol\'s mass appeal. The film\'s patriotic theme is also expected to resonate with audiences, further driving ticket sales. Border 2 is a sequel to JP Dutta\'s iconic 1997 film Border, one of India\'s most beloved war films.\r\n

Border 2 Eyeing On Strong Opening 

Border 2 Registering Strong Advance Bookings

Adivi Sesh, Mrunal done with Dacoit. Adivi Sesh is known for his captivating and gripping spy thrillers and he is currently busy with his project Dacoit. The film directed by Shaniel Dio is progressing at a brisk pace and is racing for a grand release on 19 March 2026.

Dacoit thus locks horns with Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar sequel which is releasing on the same day and it will be a daunting task for it. According to the latest, it is coming out that the lead pair Adivi Sesh and Mrunal Thakur have wrapped Dacoit shoot.

Mrunal Thakur shared the snaps from the shooting spot revealing that the shoot has been wrapped. Now that the shoot has been wrapped, the makers will start the film's promotions.

Bollywood actor Anurag Kashyap is entering Tollywood with this film while Prakash Raj is playing a pivotal role. The film's music is tuned by Bheems Ceciroleo while Supriya Yarlagadda and Suniel Narang are producing the film on SS.Creations and Suneil Narang Production.

Dacoit Reaching Finish Line

Adivi Sesh and Mrunal done with Dacoit

\r\nA new Hindi film called Assi has been announced for a February 20, 2026 release, sparking curiosity across social media. Trade insiders shared a minimalist poster on Tuesday afternoon, but unlike typical announcements, it only revealed the title and release date, with no mention of cast or production houses.\r\nThe poster features white text on a red background, stating, \"Eighty. Per day. Everyday...An urgent watch,\" and a cryptic caption, \"Only if you knew what it was. Eighty times a day. Every day. Every twenty minutes. And when you do know, it hits hard. Very hard!!!\" This enigmatic approach has fueled speculation about the film\'s plot and genre, making it a hot topic among Bollywood fans.\r\nThe film will face a box office clash with Do Deewane Seher Mein, a romantic drama starring Siddhant Chaturvedi and Mrunal Thakur, also slated for February 20, 2026. While details about Assi\'s cast and crew remain under wraps, a formal announcement is expected later this month, which will likely reveal more about the project.\r\nThe mystery surrounding Assi has already generated significant buzz, with fans eager to learn more about the film\'s storyline and creative team. The strategic Republic Day window and the intrigue surrounding the film\'s marketing could help it stand out in a crowded February 2026 release calendar.\r\n

Mysterious Film Gets Released Date

What is Assi - Mystery Hindi Film Gets February 2026 Release Date

\r\nAvatar: Fire and Ash has achieved a major milestone at the international box office, cementing its place among the highest-grossing films in the post-COVID era. The film, directed by James Cameron, has earned $17.8 million over the MLK extended weekend in North America, holding the #1 spot for five consecutive weeks despite losing 400 theaters. It saw a 32.6% drop from the previous weekend, but its domestic earnings have reached $364.7 million.\r\nOverseas, the movie has grossed $955.3 million after its fifth weekend, bringing its worldwide total to $1.32 billion. This puts Avatar: Fire and Ash at the 10th spot on the post-COVID global box office list, just behind Deadpool &amp; Wolverine\'s $1.34 billion haul. The film is on track to reach the $1.5 billion milestone worldwide, with North America contributing $368.0 million and international markets adding $955.3 million. Its performance is a testament to the enduring popularity of the Avatar franchise and James Cameron\'s ability to draw audiences globally.\r\nAvatar: Fire and Ash now ranks as the 10th highest grossing film worldwide in the post-COVID era, a list that includes several other blockbuster releases. Its predecessor, Avatar: The Way of Water, leads the rankings with $2.34 billion, followed by Ne Zha 2 at $2.2 billion, Spider-Man: No Way Home at $1.92 billion, Zootopia 2 at $1.7 billion, and Inside Out 2 also at $1.7 billion. The running cumulative of Avatar: Fire and Ash has crossed the Rs. 225 crore gross mark at the Indian box office. The Hollywood movie is now in its final legs and is expected to wind up its entire theatrical run soon.\r\nOther notable entries include Top Gun: Maverick ($1.5 billion), Barbie ($1.45 billion), The Super Mario Bros. Movie ($1.36 billion), and Deadpool &amp; Wolverine ($1.34 billion). Avatar: Fire and Ash is one of three 2025 releases in this top 10, alongside Zootopia 2 and Inside Out 2, highlighting a strong year for blockbuster cinema. The film debuted on December 19 and continues to attract audiences worldwide, reinforcing the franchise\'s dominance in the global market.\r\n

Avatar 3 Box Office Milestones 

Avatar 3 Makes It To The Top 10 Highest Grossing Films Post-COVID List

\r\nRenu Desai, a well known Telugu actress and filmmaker, has issued a clear statement after her recent press interaction on animal welfare sparked a heated debate online. Her emotional appeal against the cruelty and killing of stray dogs, along with her criticism of how the stray dog issue is being handled, drew widespread attention and mixed reactions across social media platforms.\r\nDuring the press meet, Renu Desai strongly opposed the killing of street dogs, stressing that violence cannot be justified under any circumstances. She emphasized that humane solutions, compassion, and responsible governance should be central to addressing the stray dog problem. But also triggered controversy, especially after selective video clips went viral and were misinterpreted by many viewers. Renu Desai\'s comments quickly trended, making her a focal point in the ongoing discussion about animal welfare in India.\r\nIn the days following the press conference, speculation arose suggesting that her outspoken stance might indicate a possible entry into politics. Responding to these rumors, Renu Desai released a video statement on Instagram to set the record straight and address what she described as \"misleading assumptions.\" She categorically denied having any political ambitions, stating that she has no intention of joining politics or aligning with any political party. Desai emphasized her independence, noting that her activism stems purely from concern for animals and humanity, not from any political agenda.\r\nRenu Desai also dismissed claims that she had a heated argument with the media during the press meet, clarifying that a reporter attempted to step closer during the interaction, prompting her security personnel to intervene as a precaution. She reiterated her respect for journalists and said the incident was being misrepresented online, urging people to look at the full context rather than short clips.\r\n

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