&nbsp;&nbsp;Akshaye Khanna is trying something new after his hit film Dhurandhar. He will play Shukracharya in Mahakali, his first Telugu film. The movie is a mythological superhero action film directed by Puja Aparna Kolluru. It is part of Prasanth Varma’s Cinematic Universe. Akshaye plays the guru of Asuras who stands against the main hero played by Bhoomi Shetty. Online talk says he joined the project in May 2025 because the character felt fresh and deep.People close to the film say Akshaye was drawn to Shukracharya’s story. In Indian stories, Shukracharya is the teacher of demons and brings dead Asuras back to life. He is not seen as fully evil, just very wise and on the other side of the fight. Akshaye liked that the role is not simple or black and white. He is known for choosing scripts carefully, and this one caught his eye. Many fans online are now looking up who Shukracharya was and sharing old mythological facts.The Mahakali team shot a big schedule from February to April this year. The last part of shooting is happening in Kolkata. On May 9, they filmed near Dakshineswar Temple. The team plans to finish all filming by July. This film adds to Prasanth Varma’s growing superhero world after his earlier hits. Akshaye is also doing a courtroom drama called Ikka with Sunny Deol, which will come on Netflix.With Mahakali, Akshaye Khanna steps into Telugu cinema for the first time and into a mythological role too. The film mixes myth with superhero action, and that is making it one of the most talked about projects right now. More updates on the first look and release date should come soon. &nbsp;

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Akshaye Role In Mahakali

Akshaye Khanna Takes On Mythology With Powerful Shukracharya Role

&nbsp;&nbsp;Ram Charan’s Peddi is getting ready for a strong push in the Hindi market. The makers have planned a grand trailer launch in Mumbai on May 18 to grab attention from Hindi media and fans. Jio Studios is handling the North India release, so the promotions will be on a huge scale. The film already has big buzz in Telugu states because of Ram Charan and the large production. Now the team wants the same craze in Hindi areas to make Peddi a true pan India hit. A good double digit opening in Hindi is needed for long run success.The team is not stopping with just the trailer event. Right after Mumbai, they are planning a big concert style event in Bhopal to launch a special song from the film. This live event is meant to connect with North Indian fans directly. This idea has worked before for other big South films that became hits in Hindi like Pushpa 2. Ram Charan’s last film RRR showed how strong he is with Hindi audiences when promotions are done right.For Peddi to become a pan India blockbuster, Hindi numbers are key. Experts say if a film opens with 10 to 15 crore in Hindi, it usually stays strong for weeks. The Peddi team knows this and is going all out with press meets, city events, and song launches. Fans are excited to see Ram Charan back on the big screen after a gap. Many are also talking about the film’s scale and fresh look.With Mumbai and Bhopal events lined up, Peddi is clearly aiming for a strong start across India. The makers want to reach every part of the country, not just South states. If the Hindi plan works, Peddi could be one of the biggest openings of the year. All eyes are now on May 18 for the trailer and what comes next.

Peddi Plans To Penetrate Into Core

Peddi Goes Big In Hindi Belt With Mumbai Trailer Plan

&nbsp;&nbsp;Akshay Kumar and director Anees Bazmee are back together for a full-on comedy entertainer. &nbsp;The makers have locked December 4, 2026 for a grand worldwide release. Fans are already excited because this is their fifth film together. The duo gave hits like Welcome, Singh Is Kinng, and No Entry earlier. People online are saying this combo never fails when it comes to laughs and family fun. The shoot is moving fast and a big schedule in Kerala was finished in April 2026. The title will be announced soon.The film has a strong cast. Vidya Balan and Raashii Khanna are playing the lead roles. Vijay Raaz, Zakir Hussain, and Sayaji Shinde are also part of the team. Everyone knows these actors are great with comedy timing. Producer Dil Raju is backing the project. This is his solo maiden Bollywood film apart from Salman Khan and Vamshi Paidipally Film. Many feel this film can bring back the old-school Bollywood comedy vibe. &nbsp;Some reports say the story takes inspiration from Venkatesh’s Sankranthiki Vasthunam, but the makers say the screenplay is totally fresh.December is a good time for family films because of holidays and vacation crowds. Anees Bazmee knows how to pack a film with comedy, emotion, and mass moments. Akshay Kumar also did well with Priyadarshan’s comedy film earlier this year, showing he still rules this space. The makers are planning a big title reveal and teaser soon.With Anees Bazmee’s track record and Akshay’s comic timing, expectations are huge. The team wants to deliver a clean entertainer for all age groups. More updates on music, first look, and trailer should come out in the next few weeks. For now, fans are just happy that this hit actor-director pair is back to make everyone laugh again. &nbsp;

Dil Raju Maiden Bollywood Film Release Date Locked 

 Akshay Kumar And Anees Bazmee Team Up Again For Big Comedy Film

Suriya's Karuppu directed by RJ Balaji is releasing on 14 May 2026. The film is releasing on Telugu as Veerabhadhrudu.The film stars Trisha as the female lead and the film's trailer and teaser got good response. Natty Nataraj, Mansoor Ali Khan, George Maryan, Swasika, Sshivadha, and Supreeth Reddy &nbsp;are playing important roles on the film.Today CM Vijay delighted the makers of Karuppu by allowing early morning shows . The makers thanked CM Vijay with the following post."Special thanks to our honorable Chief Minister Thiru. Joseph Vijay for granting the special permission for the 9AM shows of #Karuppu.#Karuppu - FDFS begins at 9AM, from May 14th"The film's music is tuned by Sai Abhyankar. GK Vishnu is the cameraman. R Kalaivanan is the editor. . SR Prakash Babu and SR Prabu &nbsp;are bankrolling the project under Dream Warrior Pictures &nbsp;

CM Vijay delights Suriya Karuppu 

CM Vijay permits early morning shows for Karuppu 

Exhibitors in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana have raised their voice again for a percentage based revenue share. They say single screen theatres are struggling and may shut down from May 29 if no solution is found. Right now, big films follow a rental model where theatre owners pay a fixed amount. Exhibitors feel this is unfair because costs are high and movies run for fewer weeks now. They want the same percentage share system that multiplexes already use. A key meeting with distributors and producers is planned this week to solve the issue.Many exhibitors say the current system helps producers and distributors more, but leaves theatres with losses. Movies like F2 ran for eight weeks earlier, but now films like Dhurandhar finish their theatre run in two or three weeks. With OTT and quick releases, people watch films fast and then move on. This makes fixed rent risky for single screens. In April, 23 theatres in Telangana already tried a week by week percentage model to stay open. Fans online are also talking about how ticket prices and rental costs make it hard for small theatres to survive.The Telangana Exhibitors Association has written an open letter to star heroes and producers asking for help. They say single screens are part of cinema culture and must be saved. The group pointed out that producers already use percentage sharing for most of the year, but big festival releases still follow rent. They also said other states give single screens a fair share even for Telugu films like Pushpa. Producer Y Ravi Shankar of Mythri Movie Makers feels the change should not be sudden and wants more talks. Exhibitors say they are not targeting anyone, they just want equal rules for all.At a press meet, exhibitors Suniel Narang and Shirish said the rent and occasional percentage model no longer works. They explained that multiplexes run well on percentage share, but single screens are left out even when they bring good collections. If theatres shut down, producers and distributors will also lose. The group said they will not hike ticket prices even if new orders come. They just want a fair deal where risk and reward are shared by everyone. With the meeting coming up soon, the next few days are important for Telugu cinema and single screen theatres and also a big movie like Peddi is ready for release, an amicable solution must be reached.

Telangana Exhibitors Call For Percentage Sharing

Exhibitors In Telugu States Push For Fair Revenue Share To Save Single Screens

Ever since TVK chief Vijay became the CM of Tamil Nadu, everyone congratulated him but much to the shock of all, Rajinikanth maintained a stoic silence.When reporters asked Rajini about his reaction on CM Vijay at the Chennai Airport, &nbsp;did not answer the question. He smiled, folded his hands in greeting, and walked ahead without making any statement. His silence came days after Vijay was sworn in as Chief Minister following his party's victory in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections.In the video circulating online, Rajinikanth is seen making his way through the airport as reporters try to get a response from him on Vijay's new role. Though the question was put to him directly, the actor chose not to speak and instead acknowledged those around him with a smile and folded hands before moving on.However, Rajini congratulated Vijay after the results.He posted "My congratulations to Thiru Vijay, President of the victorious Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, and to the members of his party, on their resounding victory in the recently concluded Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly elections,"&nbsp;

Rajini silence on CM Vijay

Rajinikanth maintains silence on CM Vijay

Movie lovers cannot forget Shambhala. Aadi Sai Kumar along with director Ugandhar Muni and Shining Banners scored a resounding hit.Now, the trio are coming together to create Shambhala sensation once again on the screen. This project will be directed by newcomer &nbsp;Brunda Ravindar. Ugandhar Muni is presenting the film in a prestigious manner.The announcement poster carries a hauntingly artistic and mysterious vibe, instantly creating curiosity around the film. Aadi Saikumar appears in an intense close-up look, partially hidden behind layers of colorful flowers and dried leaves. His piercing eyes stand out sharply, while blood trickling down one side of his forehead adds a dark, unsettling edge to the otherwise visually poetic composition. The film is touted to be a horror thriller.More details about the cast and crew will be revealed. The film's music is tuned by Sricharan Pakala.&nbsp;

Aadi Saikumar braces for another sensation

Shining Pictures, Aadi Saikumar, come together after Shambhala

Surya Vashistta and Deepshika are coming to entertain movie lovers with a romcom titled interestingly as Ramani Kalyanam. The film directed by Vijay Adireddy is releasing on 22 May 2026.The makers are promoting the film in a big way and today they released the teaser of the film. The teaser apart from the youthful elements include surprising elements like the female lead being blind and having four kids while the male lead unable to walk.The makers didnot reveal much about the story and the teaser however springs a surprise. The cinematography is appealing and the background score added value to the scenes.Ram Jagadeesh, who rose to wide recognition with his film Court - State vs A Nobody, has penned dialogues for the film, besides co-writing the screenplay with Vijay and Yuvraj Teja Kandrakota.Deepshikha earlier said "Some stories choose you, and this did. The film that holds a special place in my heart and we are happy about what we have made and can’t wait to share it with you all." Suraj S Kurup is providing music for this film. Aravind Thirukovela is the DOP, Ravi Teja Girijala is the editor. The ensemble cast includes Srinivas Reddy and Shyamala.

Ramani Kalyanam teaser talk

Ramani Kalyanam teaser review

'The Immortals Of Meluha' is the first novel in the Shiva Trilogy by Amish Tripathi.It is all about a tribal chief who was elevated to the status of God by the people of India due to a long awaited prophecy. It also highlights the fights between the Sooryavanshis and the Chandravanshis.Meluha is the kingdom created by Lord Ram. Recenly rumours spread that Ranbir Kapoor has acquired the rights of his novel for a triology. Amish Tripathi shared “I’m in the UK with my son right now and I woke up to a flood of messages. The rights for the Shiva Trilogy are with me. And nothing has been signed with anyone as yet. Of course, I have huge respect for Ranveer, and am a big fan of his. But this news is not true.”The Immortals of Meluha is a three-part book series by Amish Tripathi. It includes The Immortals of Meluha, The Secret of the Nagas, and The Oath of the Vayuputras.Earlier, back in 2017 reports had suggested Karan Johar had obtained the rights for an adaption of the popular book, but the director’s contract with Tripathi expired so Dharma Productions had no choice but to surrender the rights. Dharma’s film Shuddhi, was reportedly supposed to be an adaptation of The Immortals of Meluha. It was then reported that director Sanjay Leela Bhansali had shown interest in the project but that did not work out either. &nbsp;

Amish Tripathi on The Immortals of Meluha

Amish Tripathi shares the secrets of The Immortals of Meluha

&nbsp;&nbsp;Actor Vishal gave a big shout out to Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay for his first big step after taking charge. In his first order as CM, Vijay told officials to shut 717 liquor shops that are within 500 meters of temples, schools, and bus stands. Vijay took oath as Chief Minister just two days ago at a grand event in Chennai’s Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium. The decision came fast and many people online are calling it a bold move for public welfare.Vishal and Vijay have been good friends since college days. Vishal posted a video on X to praise him. He said, "Kudos to you, whistles to you. Hats off to you. Dear CM Joseph Vijay avargal. Thank you for closing 717 wine shops, especially the ones near schools. What a move." Vishal also said that TASMAC shops near schools have been a big problem. Many girl children face harassment because of these shops. He ended his post with, "God bless you dearest Vijay. I salute you and your government today."Vijay became CM after a week of drama around the election results. His party TVK won 108 seats out of 234 in Tamil Nadu. That was 10 short of the majority mark. With support from Congress, two Left parties, and Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi, TVK formed the government. People are now waiting to see what Vijay does next. His first order on liquor shops has already got huge support on social media. Many parents and teachers are happy that shops near schools will be closed.Fans say Vijay is keeping his election promises from day one. Vishal’s video is also getting shared a lot. The friendship between the two stars is winning hearts too. For now, all eyes are on the new Tamil Nadu government and how it handles more public issues in the coming days. &nbsp;

Vishal Heaps Praises On Vijay

Vishal Praises CM Vijay For Shutting Liquor Shops Near Schools

&nbsp;Tamannah visits Ujjjain. Tamannnah went to Ujjain and visited the Mahakaleswar temple, and attended Bhasma arati. Later she shared her experience "One can only visit this place when the divine summons arrives. Today, having received the opportunity to witness the 'Bhasma Aarti', it was truly profound to experience such a collective surge of spiritual energy alongside everyone else. It is an incredibly energising and invigorating experience; simply sitting there and absorbing that atmosphere is, in itself, a privilege of immense magnitude,"Tamannaah wore a red saree with gold and silver detailing. She paired it with earrings and a bindi, and kept her make-up minimal. Her hair was tied in a neat bun.Tamannaah was last seen in Odela 2, sequel to Odela and is currently starring in Ragini 3, produced by Balaji Motion Pictures. Junaid Khan is playing the lead role in the film directed by Shashanka Ghosh. She is also starring along with Siddharth Malhotra in Vvan . &nbsp;

Tamannah on spiritual sojourn

Tamannah visits Ujjjain

&nbsp;&nbsp;Vijay's Jana Nayagan directed by H.Vinoth which was supposed to release longtime back at the start of the year, got delayed due to censor controversy. Now that Vijay became the CM of Tamil Nadu, the makers feel that finally all their financial crunch will be resolved.In the meantime, producer&nbsp;Venkat K Narayana said “We are hoping [the film will release soon]. We need to follow the law of the land. We need to get the censor certificate to release any movie in the theatres. We did apply for censor [certification] in the month of December 2025. And we all know what happened after that. The revising committee has also seen the movie now. We're hoping that we'll get the certificate at the earliest. And the movie will be in the theatres soon. Maybe it is destined that, in spite of us doing whatever we had to do to release the movie earlier, it was destined to be released after he became chief minister with that title card.”He continued “Regarding the censor board hurdle, I don't want to get to the nuances. Whatever has happened from January [when the film was originally scheduled for release] to now, all that I know is we need to apply for censor and need to get a certificate. The examining committee saw and gave a clearance with the U/A 16+, but subsequently we got an e-mail saying that a member who had earlier consented has now complained.”He added "Therefore, it has to go to a revising committee, and we didn't initially approach the court of law. Subsequently, we chose to go to the revising committee and get it cleared. The revising committee has also seen the movie and, therefore, we await the clearance to release the movie at the earliest."

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