\r\nMana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu first week collections touches stars. Mega Star Chiranjeevi is currently creating a rampage at the box office turning Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu arriving on Sankranti. The film directed by Anil Ravipudi opened up to unanimous positive talk right from the premiers and continuing its great run at the box office.\r\nIn the first week, Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu created a blast at the box office collecting Rs 292crs and is just a matter of time that the film will enter into Rs 300crs club.\r\nChiranjeevi after a long time starred in a full length hilarious entertainer and his vintage style, mannerisms, dances, screen presence and dialogue delivery is creating a rage at the box office.\r\nNayanthara is the female lead in the film for which music is tuned by Bheems Ceciroleo. The film featured Venkatesh in a powerful cameo. Shine Screens and Gold Box Entertainments jointly bankrolled the project.\r\n

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Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu first week collections touches stars

Title glimpse of Korean Kanakaraju released. Mega Prince Varun Tej is celebrating his&nbsp; birthday today and on the occasion he is getting flooded with wishes from all quarters.

It is known that Varun Tej is starring in a film under the direction of Merlapaka Gandhi. The project is referred to VT15 and on the occasion of Varun Tej's birthday they released the title glimpse. The film as reported titled Korean Kanakaraju and the glimpse showed Varun Tej in a mass avatar.

Varun Tej surprises with his mass transformation for his role in the film. The glimpse starts with the introduction of Satya who gets detained by the Korean police. Rithika Nayak then makers her appearance and explains the backstory.

Then Varun Tej is introduced in a massy avatar carrying a katana and clad in lungi and having the tattoo of Lord Shiva on his hand. The glimpse ends with a surprise twist that Varun Tej is possessed by a spirit.

Thaman tuned music for the film produced by UV Creations and First Frame Entertainment in a prestigious manner.

Korean Kanakaraju Title Glimpse Out

Title glimpse of Varun Tej Korean Kanakaraju released

\r\nAll eyes are on Dhurandhar2 teaser. Ranveer Singh\'s Dhurandhar directed by Aditya Dhar turned out to be the blockbuster and now movie lovers are waiting eagerly for the film\'s second part. The second part is releasing on 19 March 2026 in an extravagant manner.\r\nIn the meantime, reports are coming that the film\'s teaser will be released along with Border 2 which is releasing on 23 Jan 2026.. Now people are wondering what will be in Dhurandhar2 teaser.\r\nBorder 2 stars Varun Dhawan in the lead under the direction of Anurag Singh&nbsp; Expectations are high on the project as it is the sequel to the hit film Border.\r\nThe film stars&nbsp; Sunny Deol, Diljit Dosanjh, Ahan Shetty, Medha Rana, Mona Singh and Sonam Bajwa in key roles. Gulshan Kumar &amp; T-Series in association with JP Dutta&rsquo;s J.P. Films are presenting the film.\r\n

All eyes are on Dhurandhar2 teaser

What is in store for Dhurandhar2 teaser

Will Sankranti releases pass the litmus test?. Sankranti 2026 gave ample treat to Tollywood movie lovers with top and young stars coming to entertain all with their films. With different genre films releasing during Sankranti, fans are extremely delighted.
Sankranti celebrations started one week earlier with Prabhas coming to entertain with his first ever horror thriller The Raja Saab directed by Maruthi. He romanced three hot beauties Nidhhi Agerwal, Malavika Mohanan, Riddhi Kumar as the female leads.
Then Chiranjeevi took the lead and came up with his Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu directed by Anil Ravipudi. Expectations soared as the Chiranjeevi decided to do a full length hilarious entertainer after a longtime. The film had Nayanthara as the female lead with Venkatesh playing a powerful cameo.
Then Ravi Teja came to entertain viewers with Bhartha Mahasayulaku Wignyapthi. The film featured Ravi Teja romancing Ashika Ranganath and Sakshi Vaidya as the female leads under the direction of Kishore Tirumala. Naveen Polishetty decied to enter the fray with Anaganaga Oka Raju directed by Maari with Meenakshi Chaudhary as the female lead.
Sharwanand came to entertain with Nari Nari Naduma Murari with Samyukta and Sakshi Vaidya playing the female leads under the direction of Ram Abbaraju.
The Raja Saab despite record openings failed miserably and turned out to be a disaster. Chiranheevi's Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu is going greatguns at the box office breaking all records. Ravi Teja's Bhartha Mahasayulaku Wignyapthi though decent failed to get collections as Ravi Teja's previous films failed at the box office.
Naveen Polishetty's Anaganaga Oka Raju is entertaining masses while Sharwanand's Nari Nari Naduma Murari is doing good with the word of mouth though his previous films failure impacted the collections. Now all eyes are on how these films perform as the festival is over and the litmus test starts from now.

Litmus Test for Sankranti releases

Will Sankranti releases pass the litmus test

\r\nThe re-release of Theri, a 2016 film starring Vijay, is facing uncertainty. Producer Kalaipuli Thanu is considering a request from filmmaker Mohan G to reschedule the re-release date. Mohan G\'s upcoming film Draupathi 2 is set to release on January 23, and he\'s seeking a bigger release window.\r\nMohan G appealed to Kalaipuli Thanu to support his team by rescheduling Theri\'s re-release, citing the need for a grand release in main screens. In response, Thanu stated that his banner V Creations encourages new filmmakers, emerging producers, and good films, and a decision will be made on January 19.\r\nDraupathi 2, which reunites Mohan G and Richard Rishi after Draupathi (2020) and Rudra Thandavam (2021), was initially set to release on January 15. The film was pushed to January 23 to get a bigger release. Theri, directed by Atlee, was a blockbuster hit, and the duo reunited with Vijay for Mersal and Bigil, also massive successes.\r\nThe film also starred Samantha, Amy Jackson, late filmmaker Mahendran, and Radikaa Sarathkumar. Kalaipuli Thanu\'s decision on Theri\'s re-release is expected on January 19, leaving fans wondering about the film\'s fate.\r\n

Theri Re release Plans Hit a Snag

Vijay Theri Producer Kalaipuli Thanu Reconsidering Theri Re Release

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.

Ashika Ranganath Rising telugu career

Ashika Ranganath Bags Notable Project

&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;

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