Ashika Ranganath, a talented Kannada actress, is gaining momentum in Telugu cinema. She debuted in Telugu with Nandamuri Kalyanram's Amigos and got popular with Nagarjuna's 'Naa Samiranga' and recently impressed in Ravi Teja's 'Bharta Mahasayaluklu Wignyapthi'. Ashika also played a key role in Chiranjeevi's 'Vishvambhara', set to release this summer.
Rumors suggest Ashika has bagged another prestigious Telugu film, produced by Mythri Movie Makers and directed by Srinu Vaitla. The film stars Sharwanand and is set to begin shooting in March. If confirmed, this will be Ashika's first collaboration with the young star. The film is slated for Sankranthi 2027 release.
Ashika's previous projects include Kalyanram's Amigos, and she's worked with senior heroes like Nagarjuna, Ravi Teja, and Chiranjeevi. Her pairing with Sharwanand has sparked interest, but an official announcement is awaited.
The film is expected to be a big launch for Ashika, given the strong production team and Sharwanand's rising popularity. With multiple projects in the pipeline, Ashika's Telugu career is on the rise.

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&nbsp;\r\nVarun Tej Konidela is a young hero from Konidela family, the son of Nagababu who\'s constantly pushing his boundaries by trying different genres in his scripts. He made his debut as a hero with Mukunda, where he played a composed and responsible youth. His next film, Kanche, was set against the backdrop of World War and caste discrimination. Varun scored marks in both his initial films for his subtle performance.\r\nFrom Loverboy to Gangster\r\nAfter facing setbacks, Varun scored big with Fidaa and Tholi Prema, where he played a loverboy that suited him perfectly. He then impressed everyone with his comedy timing in F2 and delivered a raw and rustic performance as a gangster in Gaddalakonda Ganesh. Varun has tried a wide variety of roles, including soft, menacing, humorous, and sports-based films.\r\nA Need for a Solid Hit\r\nDespite his efforts, Varun\'s recent films have disappointed at the box office, and he\'s in need of a solid hit. His latest film, VT15, is directed by Merlapaka Gandh, and the title and glimpse are to be revealed today.\r\nPersonal Milestones\r\nVarun married his long time sweetheart, actress Lavanya Tripathi, and the couple is blessed with a baby boy. The CineJosh team wishes the handsome and versatile hero Varun Tej a very happy birthday and a great year ahead.\r\n&nbsp;

Happy Birthday To Mega Prince 

Happy Birthday to the Versatile Young Hero Varun Tej

\r\nGovinda has opened up about his family\'s alleged involvement in a \"big conspiracy\", stating that they might be unknowingly used in the initial stages. He expressed concerns that his family, particularly his wife Ahuja, may be affected by the situation. Govinda has been disconnected from work for several years, and he\'s not getting desirable film offers.\r\nGovinda revealed that Ahuja often worries about him rejecting projects, but she\'s unaware of being pulled into the \"conspiracy\" herself. He believes she\'s being used as a pawn in the game, without realizing it. Govinda\'s comments come amid controversy surrounding his alleged relationship with a newcomer, which Ahuja recently spoke about in an interview.\r\nAmidst the controversy, Govinda has prayed for his family\'s welfare, especially his children Tina and Yashvardhan. He hopes for no misunderstandings and suffocation, requesting God to remove him from the problem. The couple\'s children are growing up, with Tina already debuted in Bollywood and Yashvardhan gearing up for his acting debut.\r\nAhuja had recently expressed her concerns about Govinda\'s alleged affair, stating that 2025 was a disaster for her family life. She hopes for Govinda to see sense in 2026. The couple\'s personal life has been under scrutiny, but they seem to be focusing on their family\'s well-being.\r\n

Veteran Actor On His Wife Allegations

Govinda Speaks Out on Family Involvement in Big Conspiracy

Chiranjeevi\'s Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu directed by Anil Ravipudi which released as a Sankranti special on 12 Jan 2026 is casting a magic spell on movie lovers.\r\nChiranjeevi\'s vintage performance, mannerisms, style and swag is captivating not only his fans but also movie lovers. According to the latest, the film is breaking all records at the box office. The film is already entering into Rs 300crs club and now Chiranjeevi with Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu is breaking Pawan Kalyan\'s records and Ram Charan\'s records.\r\nMana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu on Day 5 collected the highest collections in two Telugu states. Thus it crossed the fifth day collections of his son Ram Charan\'s RRR.\r\nApart from it, Mana Shankara Vara Pasad Garu crossed 2.81 million tickets sold on BookMyShow and it is expected to cross 3 million soon. This achievement enabled it to break his brother Pawan Kalyan\'s They Call Him OG record which sold 2.78 million.\r\n&nbsp;\r\n&nbsp;

Chiranjeevi defeats PK and RC

Chiranjeevi breaks Pawan Kalyan and Ram Charan records

Mohanlal and Tharun Moorthy's highly anticipated collaboration, L366, is set to begin shooting on January 23. The film marks the duo's second project together, following the massive success of Thudarum in 2025. Initially announced as L365, the project has undergone changes, with Moorthy taking over as director in December 2025.

Despite script changes, L366 is touted as a fresh project, with Ratheesh Ravi continuing as writer. The film revolves around a police investigation, with Mohanlal playing a cop. The team boasts impressive talent, including Shaji Kumar as cinematographer, Vivek Harshan as editor, Jakes Bejoy as music composer, and Vishnu Govind as sound designer.

The film's shoot will reportedly begin at Thodupuzha, with Mohanlal returning after Drishyam 3. Unconfirmed reports suggest Meera Jasmine will play the female lead, reuniting with Mohanlal after Hridayapoorvam in a cameo. Produced by Ashiq Usman, L366 promises to be an edge of the seat experience, given the strong lineup.

Director Tharun Moorthy confirmed the update on social media, sharing a script image with the caption: &ldquo;Yes, it&rsquo;s officially #L366. Write. Rewrite. Write. Rewrite. Finally locked&hellip; to rewrite once again .&rdquo; The suspense thriller is set to release on April 2, with fans eagerly awaiting the Mohanlal Meera Jasmine reunion.

Mohanlal To Reunite With T Director

Mohanlal Tharun Moorthy Reunion Takes Center Stage with L366

AR Rahman has finally spoken out after facing backlash over his recent comments on the Hindi Film Industry. In a video message on Instagram, he clarified that his intentions were misunderstood and expressed his love and respect for India.\r\nRahman described music as his lifelong medium of connection and service, emphasizing that he never intended to hurt sentiments. \"India is my inspiration, my teacher, and my home,\" he said, adding that he understands intentions can sometimes be misunderstood. The music composer highlighted his continued commitment to Indian culture and young talent, sharing projects he\'s worked on, including collaborations with young Naga musicians and the Sunshine Orchestra.\r\nThe controversy began when Rahman spoke about the decline of work from Bollywood, hinting at possible \"communal\" bias in the industry. Reactions poured in, with actor Kangana Ranaut responding strongly and sharing personal allegations. Rahman chose not to respond to these, focusing instead on his dedication to music that bridges generations.\r\nRahman concluded his message by expressing gratitude and reaffirming his commitment to music that honours the past, celebrates the present, and inspires the future. \"Jai Hind and Jai Bharat,\" he said, seeking to put the controversy to rest.&nbsp;\r\n&nbsp;

ARR Reacts About His Comments 

AR Rahman Breaks Silence After Controversial Bollywood Remarks

The success of Sankranthiki Vastunnam has sparked excitement among fans, with a sequel now in the works. Director Anil Ravipudi and star Venkatesh are collaborating once again, and discussions are underway to take the franchise forward. The film\'s massive hit status and appreciation from family audiences have put the team in a celebratory mood.\r\nAnil Ravipudi is working on a script that\'s expected to match or surpass the first part\'s success. The sequel aims to retain the fun-filled and family-friendly tone that resonated with audiences. Venkatesh, who shares a great chemistry with Anil Ravipudi, is excited to continue the franchise. Their past collaborations F2, F3, Sankranthiki Vasthunnam have yielded blockbusters, and the lastest Mana Shankara Varaprasad Garu is no exception.\r\nThe sequel is likely to release during the Sankranthi festival, but the makers are taking their time to ensure quality. No official announcement on cast or release plans will be made until the script is finalized. Fans can look forward to another entertaining ride with the Anil Ravipudi-Venkatesh duo.\r\nWith Sankranthiki Vasthunam Part 2 on the horizon, audiences can expect more laughter and entertainment from this beloved franchise. The team\'s dedication to delivering quality content is evident, and fans are eagerly awaiting the next installment. Dil Raju will producer the Sequel too who has already delivered numerous superhits with Director Anil Ravipudi in his banner.&nbsp;

SV Sequel Buzz Intensifies

Is Sankranthiki Vastunnam 2 Would Be Anil Ravipudi Next

Dulquer Salmaan is renowned for his versatile and impactful performances. He was last seen in Kaantha and though the film didnot do well at the box office, Dulquer cast a magic spell on movie lovers with his performance.\r\nHe is now busy with his upcoming romantic entertainer Aakasamlo Oka Tara. The film directed by Pavan Sadineni and it is progressing at a brisk pace.\r\nAccording to the latest, the film\'s female lead will be announced tomorrow. Sharing the details the makers came up with the new post. The first glimpse will be released tomorrow at 11 AM. It is known that Satvika Veeravalli is the female lead in the film.\r\nThe film features Shruti Haasan in an important role. The music for the film&nbsp; is scored by GV.Prakash Kumar and the film is bankrolled by Light Box, Swapna Cinemas, Vyjayanthi Movies, and Geetha Arts.&nbsp;\r\n<div></div>

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Aakasamlo Oka Tara beautiful announcement arriving

Naveen Polishetty's latest film, Anaganaga Oka Raju, has emerged as the second most popular movie among audiences, right after Mana Shankara Varaprasad Garu for this Sankranthi. The rural comedy has been registering impressive numbers at the box office, with a worldwide gross of â‚¹82 crores in just four days.
With Anaganaga Oka Raju, Naveen Polishetty has achieved a hat-trick of $1 million dollar films at the US Box Office, following the success of Jathirathnalu and Miss Shetty Mister Polishetty. The film has also reached break-even status across all centers, crossing â‚¹30 crore share and taking all parties involved into profits. The strong advance bookings for Sunday indicate that the film is likely to cross the â‚¹100 crore mark within its first week itself.
The film's success can be attributed to its engaging comedy, strong performance by Naveen Polishetty, and festive timing. Directed by Maari, Anaganaga Oka Raju has been praised for its simple yet effective narrative, with Naveen Polishetty's comic timing being a major highlight. The film is also benefiting from the Sankranti holiday season, which has contributed to its impressive box office performance.
As Anaganaga Oka Raju continues its successful run, it's clear that Naveen Polishetty has delivered another hit film. With its current momentum, the film is poised to become one of the biggest successes of 2026.

Anaganaga Oka Raju Into Profits

AOR Into Profits

\r\nRam Charan on failures, setbacks and Chiranjeevi legacy. Ram Charan speaking to scribes shared his thoughts on carrying his dad Chiranjeevi\'s legacy and also dealing with the failures and setbacks.\r\nOn Carrying his dad Chiranjeevi Legacy and his uncle Pawan Kalyan Influence\r\nIt&rsquo;s a beautiful advantage to have that kind of insight and experience from the family. You learn everything a little quicker than someone who is starting fresh from an acting school. And frankly, I saw it only as an advantage,&rdquo; &ldquo;It was not difficult for me; it was difficult for the audience to accept it.&rdquo;\r\nSuccess and Failues\r\nFrankly, I don&rsquo;t take myself too seriously. From 8 to 6, I do my job very religiously, and after that, I just forget what I do. I don&rsquo;t dwell on my success.&rdquo; &ldquo;Failures are tough. It does take you a notch back.&rdquo;\r\nNTR Driving Skills\r\nThere are very few co-actors who enjoy driving. I think NTR is a crazy, mad driver. I&rsquo;ve heard from friends who have had very weird experiences when they sat in the passenger seat. I&rsquo;ve had one experience with him. But, I guess he&rsquo;s the safest of the lot.\r\n&nbsp;\r\nBonding with NTR\r\nThe only path we could take was friendship because we were bored with the news of rivalry for more than three decades.&rdquo;&nbsp; &ldquo;It\'s a support system. We complement each other, and we can share a few secrets that will never get out.&rdquo;\r\n

Ram Charan candid on Chiru legacy

Ram Charan on failures setbacks and Chiranjeevi legacy

Ajith converse with Nayanthara and Vignesh Shivan during Dubai race. Ajith is currently busy participating in Dubai 24H Series. During the event he had chat with Nayanthara and Vignesh Shivan and the snaps are now going viral on social media.

In a now-viral video, Ajith Kumar is seen interacting with Nayanthara and Vignesh Shivan at the racing circuit. Singer-songwriter GV Prakash was also present at the event and later shared a picture from the venue on Instagram.

Directed by A L Vijay, the 90-minute documentary will capture Ajith&rsquo;s involvement in global motorsport events, including endurance races such as the Dubai 24H Series.

A source shared &ldquo;Many youngsters carry dreams that eventually slip away due to life&rsquo;s pressures. This film is an attempt to inspire them to pursue those dreams,&rdquo;

Ajith&rsquo;s racing outings have attracted strong backing from the film fraternity. During the Dubai 24H Series, Nayanthara and Vignesh Shivan were spotted at the circuit cheering him on, with visuals from their meeting in Abu Dhabi circulating widely on social media.

Actor Sibi Sathyaraj, who also met Ajith at the event, praised his dedication in a social media post, expressing admiration for the hard work the star has put into pursuing his passion alongside his film career.

Dubai Race- Ajith with Nayanthara

Ajith converse with Nayanthara and Vignesh Shivan during Dubai race

\r\nNetizens find fault with Alia Bhatt manja video. Bollywood actress Alia Bhatt came up with a video against manja and netizens started trolling her calling hear a hypocrite.\r\nAlia Bhatt made a video highlighting the ill effects of manja and how it is killing the birds. She captioned the video , &ldquo;A little bit of love goes a long way,&rdquo; and posted on social media.\r\nFans said&nbsp; on one hand, Alia Bhatt advocates for birds that could die because of the carelessly flying kites. On the other hand, she wears clothes made of leather and bags that have animal skin on them. People started pointing out how this care for animals only matters as long as her luxury is safe and sound.\r\n&nbsp;A netizen wrote, &ldquo;Isn\'t she the brand ambassador of Gucci. Where does that exotic leather come from madam?&rdquo;\r\nAnother Redditor wrote, &ldquo;Don&rsquo;t fly kites, burst crackers, play holi but please fly private and use leather bags.&rdquo;\r\n&ldquo;I mean the message itself isn\'t wrong, manja does kill birds. but yeah coming from someone who probably hasn\'t thought twice about leather and all that, it\'s hard to take seriously. classic bollywood activism - surface level only,&rdquo; said another netizen.\r\n

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