\r\nAnil Ravipudi on directing Nagarjuna. Anil Ravipudi is on a high scoring a resounding hit with Chiranjeevi\'s Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu. The film which released couple of days back gor positive response at the box office and is casting a magic spell on movie lovers.\r\nPeople are loving how Anil Ravipudi unleashed Chiranjeevi in vintage avatar bringing back the old memories. The makers celebrated the film\'s success meet and there he was asked as to when he would direct King Nagarjuna.\r\nAnil Ravipudi said that if everything goes well and he is destined to do it he will soon direct Nagarjuna. This is making all the Akkineni fans super excited.\r\nIt is known that Anil Ravipudi directed Venkatesh in F2, F3 and Sankranthiki Vasthunnam, Balakrishna in&nbsp; Bhagavanth Kesari and Chiranjeevi in Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu. All the films turned out to be superhits and stakes are increasing for him.\r\n

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Hit Machine on project with King

Anil Ravipudi on directing Nagarjuna

\r\nMaruthi not losing hope on The Raja Saab. Prabhas\' The Raja Saab directed by Maruthi which released amidst huge expectations got a disaster talk right from the premiers.\r\nThough the film riding on Prabhas\' tremendous stardom got record collections and entered into Rs 200crs club, the film already started sinking at the box office.\r\nMany fans and movie lovers are blaming director Maruthi for the substandard project but Maruthi seems, he is not losing hope. He says that when watched for the first time, viewers will be confused and won\'t be liking the story but once they watch the film for the second time, they will love the film.\r\nHe said those who watched the film for the second time would have loked the climax a lot. The film generated interest as Prabhas for the first time starred in a horror genre. The film starred Malavika Mohanan, Riddhi Kumar and Nidhii Agerwal as the female leads.\r\n

TRS - Filmmaker yet to lost hope

Maruthi not losing hope on The Raja Saab

\r\nDhandoraa, a rural entertainer produced by Ravindra Benerjee Muppaneni of Loukya Entertainments, is now available on Amazon Prime Video. The film, which features Shivaji, Navdeep, Nandu, and Bindu Madhavi, tackles caste discrimination in a sensible manner and has received good reviews from critics.\r\nThe movie\'s OTT debut comes after its theatrical run, which was affected by the crowded window. Dhandoraa is available in multiple languages, including Telugu, Tamil, Hindi, Kannada, and Malayalam, increasing its reach and impact.\r\nThe story revolves around a young couple from different castes whose relationship is opposed by the girl\'s father, played by Shivaji. The brutal killing of the boy and the heroine\'s subsequent suicide lead to a drastic transformation in the male lead, who fights for justice against his own village.\r\nWith its promising content and availability in major languages, Dhandoraa has a good chance of making its mark in the digital space. The film\'s strong performances, realistic portrayal, and important social message make it a must-watch.\r\n

Hardhitting Take Is Now Streaming

Dhandoraa OTT Release - A Powerful Social Drama Now Streaming

The highly anticipated Drishyam 3, part of the successful Malayalam franchise by Mohanlal and Jeethu Joseph, has confirmed its release date. The Malayalam version is set to hit theaters on April 02, 2026, while the Hindi version is scheduled for October 2, 2026. The Telugu version is yet to start shooting, with Venkatesh's busy schedule causing delays.

The Drishyam franchise has become a pan-India brand, with the first part being an industry hit and the second part releasing directly on OTT platforms due to COVID-19. Drishyam 3 promises to continue the suspense and intrigue, with Jeethu Joseph directing and Mohanlal reprising his role as Georgekutty.

The release strategy for Drishyam 3 has sparked interest, with the Malayalam version debuting first, followed by Hindi and Telugu adaptations two months later. Director Jeethu Joseph clarified that the team is considering a staggered release to maximize impact, given the current OTT landscape. But, Venkatesh is busy with Trivikram's Aadarsha Kutumbam Inti No 47 and reports suggest he might join hands with Anil Ravipudi again for the sequel of Sankranthiki Vasthunnam.

With the release dates confirmed, fans are eagerly awaiting the next instalment of the Drishyam series. The success of the franchise and the anticipation surrounding Drishyam 3 make it one of the most talked-about movies in Indian cinema.

Will Drishyam 3 Ever Made In Telugu

Drishyam 3 Release Date In Malayalam And Hindi

\r\nVijay\'s fans have got a boost as the Supreme Court is set to hear the Special Leave Petition (SLP) filed by Jana Nayagan\'s producers on January 15, a few days earlier than expected. The film\'s release has been stuck in limbo due to censor issues, but this development has raised hopes of a January 23 release.\r\nThe film was initially supposed to release on January 9, but the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) failed to issue the censor certificate on time. The producers moved the Madras High Court, which ordered the CBFC to issue a U/A certificate. However, the CBFC appealed against the order, leading to a stay on the ruling and further delaying the release.\r\nThe Supreme Court\'s decision on January 15 could clear the way for Jana Nayagan\'s release. If the court rules in favour of the producers, the film could hit theaters on January 23, just before Republic Day on January 26. The case will be heard by a bench led by the Chief Justice of India, Justice Surya Kant.\r\nThe delay has sparked controversy, with Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin and other politicians criticizing the CBFC\'s handling of the situation. The film\'s production house has urged the Supreme Court to consider their appeal, while the CBFC has filed a caveat requesting to be heard before any orders are passed.\r\n

Good News For Jananayagan

Jana Nayagan Release Gets Closer

\r\nThe makers of Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu have breathed a sigh of relief as Ilaiyaraaja has given his nod to the use of his iconic song \"Sundari\" from Dalapathi in the film. The song, featuring Chiranjeevi and Nayanthara, has been a major highlight of the movie, and its inclusion was done with the legendary music composer\'s explicit approval.\r\nDirector Anil Ravipudi revealed at the film\'s success meet that he and his team personally met Ilaiyaraaja and sought his permission to use the song. The music maestro was reportedly happy with the idea and gave his blessings, ensuring that the film wouldn\'t face any legal issues. This development has put to rest speculation about potential copyright concerns surrounding the song\'s use.\r\nIlaiyaraaja has been quite vocal about protecting his musical rights, and his stance has led to several filmmakers facing legal action for unauthorized use of his compositions. However, Anil Ravipudi\'s team ensured that they followed the right protocol, and Ilaiyaraaja\'s approval has added to the film\'s positive buzz.\r\nThe clarification has been welcomed by fans, who were initially concerned about potential legal troubles for the film. With this hurdle cleared, Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu can focus on enjoying its successful run at the box office, with Ilaiyaraaja\'s iconic song continuing to be a major draw for audiences.\r\n

Maestro Green Signal For Megastar

Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu Clears Ilaiyaraaja Hurdle

\r\nMana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu has made a phenomenal start at the box office, grossing around 83 Cr on its opening day despite being released on a weekday and ahead of the festival. The film\'s impressive momentum continued, crossing the 100 Cr gross mark in just 2 days, a testament to its widespread appeal.\r\nThe film has emerged as the 2nd biggest opener for Chiranjeevi after Sye Raa Narasimha Reddy, exceeding all expectations. Second day collections have been remarkably strong, considering the festival begins today, and have helped the film join the prestigious 100 Cr gross club.\r\nMana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu is poised to achieve breakeven in its first week itself, a remarkable feat given its current trajectory. The film is expected to see a massive jump in collections from today, with the festival period likely to boost its box office performance.\r\nThe film\'s strong performance can be attributed to Chiranjeevi\'s star power and Anil Ravipudi\'s direction. With a solid Day 2 collection of around 20 Cr gross in Telugu states, 2 Cr ROI, and 3 Cr overseas, the film has taken its total gross to around 108 Cr worldwide.\r\nAs the Sankranti festival begins, Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu is set to witness an unprecedented box office rampage until Sunday, with audiences making it their top choice. The film\'s unanimous No. 1 preference is a huge advantage, and it\'s expected to deliver a blockbuster first week, cementing its position as a major hit.\r\n

MSG Hits Century In Two Days

Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu Storms the Box Office

\r\nAfter a successful collaboration with Atlee, Allu Arjun has joined hands with Tamil director Lokesh Kanagaraj for his next big project. The buzz around this exciting combination has been building up over the past few months, and fans are eagerly waiting for the official announcement, expected today. This project is said to be a dream project for Lokesh Kanagaraj, Mythri Movie Makers is producing it.\r\nMythri Movie Makers has already hinted at the project, teasing fans with the line, \"The real Bhogi will be on the timeline (January 14).\" The production house is known for backing innovative and exciting projects, and this collaboration is expected to be no exception. Anirudh, who has been working with Lokesh Kanagaraj on multiple projects, will be composing the music for this film, further fueling the excitement among fans.\r\nAllu Arjun had previously expressed his desire to work with Anirudh, and this project will mark the realization of that dream. Although they were supposed to collaborate on Allu Arjun and Atlee Film, it didn\'t work out, and now they\'re teaming up with Lokesh Kanagaraj. Fans are thrilled to see this talented trio come together and can\'t wait for the official announcement.\r\nThe collaboration has sparked a lot of interest among movie enthusiasts, with many eager to see how Lokesh Kanagaraj\'s direction and Anirudh\'s music will complement Allu Arjun\'s acting.\r\nWith the official announcement just around the corner, fans are gearing up to celebrate this exciting development. The combination of Allu Arjun, Lokesh Kanagaraj, and Anirudh is sure to create a buzz in the film industry, and this project is one to watch out for in the coming months.\r\n

Bunny - LK Film Announcement Today

Allu Arjun - Lokesh Kanagaraj and Anirudh Team Up for Epic Collaboration

In the fight between top stars like Prabhas, Chiranjeevi, Ravi Teja and Vijay, young heros Naveen Polishetty and Sharwanand also decided to test their luck fighting it out on the same day with their films Anaganaga Oka Roju annd Nari Nari Naduma Murari.\r\nNaveen Polishetty\'s Anaganaga Oka Raju directed by newcomer Maari and is releasing on 14 Jan 2026. The film stars Meenakshi Chaudhary as the female lead while Mickey J Meyer is tuning the music. The film is bankrolled by Sithara Entertainments and Fortune Four Cinemas.\r\nIn the meanwhile Sharwanand is coming to entertain viewers with the film Nari Nari Naduma Murari directed by Ram Abbaraju. The film is releasing on 14 Jan itself. The film stars Samyukta and Sakshi Vaidya as the female leads. Naresh, Sampath Raj, Satya, Sunil are playing important roles.\r\nStay tuned for the reviews of Anaganaga Oka Raju and Nari Nari Naduma Murari from Cinejosh team in few hours.

Today Reviews: AOR-NNNM

Anaganaga Oka Raju - Nari Nari Naduma Murari releasing today

Mega Star Chiranjeevi\'s Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu directed by Anil Ravipudi is entertaining end enthralling movie lovers to the core emerging out to be Sankranti winner till this time.\r\nChiranjeevi\'s energetic performance and vintage looks is endearing him to all bringing back the nostalgic memories. In the midst of all this, it is coming out that Mega Star Chiranjeevi was not the first choice for Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu.\r\nAnil Ravipudi planned to do a project with Super Star Rajinikanth and he even narrated a story to him. But it didnot materialise and at the same time, he got green signal from Chiranjeevi.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFollowing this, Anil Ravipudi made many changes to the story and the script and showed vintage Chiranjeevi in Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu to cast a magic spell on one and all.

Is MSG not meant for Mega Star

Not Mega Star-Super Star the first choice for Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu

Sree Vishnu is coming to attract movie lovers with his upcoming film Vishnu Vinyasam. The film directed by Maruti Rao, a newcomer is appealing to all.\r\nThe makers recently released the film\'s first single Dekho Vishnu Vinyasam. The song at once impressed everyone but it is coming out that Allu Arjun\'s fans are angry with the song.\r\nIt is known that Allu Arjun is hailed as AA and Allu Army. In the Vishnu Vinyasam song AA brand is shown as VV, inverted version of AA. Allu Arjun fans are considering it as an insult.\r\nThey are demanding te makers to delete these visuals and also an apology. The makers are yet to resond. People are wondering whether the makers used it for fun or targed Allu Arun intentionally.\r\nThe film stars Nayan Sarika as the female lead. The film has the Ongole backdrop, and produced by Sumanth Naidu G under the banner of Sree Subramanyeshwara Cinemas.

AA fans angry on Vishnu Vinyasam

Vishnu Vinyasam first single draws Allu Arjun fans ire

Icon Star Allu Arjun captured the imagination of with his sensational performance in Pushpa The Rise and Pushpa The Rule directed by Sukumar. His mannerisms and dialogue delivery captured the imagination of all and he attained international stardom.\r\nIn the meantime, the film Pushpa The Rule is slated for a grand release across Japan in Japanese langauge on 16 February 2026. Ahead of its release, Allu Arjun landed in Tokyo to promote the film. Recently Rashmika Mandanna released the film\'s trailer in Japanese language.\r\nMany fans thronged Allu Arjun when he landed in Japan and the videos and snaps are going viral on social media. Pushpa The Rule stars Fahadh Faasil, Jagapathi Babu, Sunil and Rao Ramesh in important roles while Devi Sri Prasad scored the music.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe film\'s third part is titled Pushpa The Rampage and viewers are waiting eagerly for the film\'s third installment.

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