Director Maruthi's continuous interviews as part of promotions for Prabhas' upcoming film 'The Raja Saab' have sparked a new discussion among fans. The movie, a horror fantasy entertainer, is set to release on January 9, and expectations are high. Maruthi's comments, although taken out of context, have led to misunderstandings on social media.

Maruthi spoke about various aspects of filmmaking, including AI technology, visual effects, and Prabhas' role. However, his comment "the film was made the way Prabhas wanted" has been taken differently by fans. Some feel it's unnecessary to mention the star hero's name frequently, while others see it as a sign of respect and gratitude.

Fans are concerned that Maruthi's words are being discussed too much in the pre-release phase. The hype around 'The Raja Saab' is already significant, and fans feel the result after release will answer all questions. Many believe Maruthi's intentions are honest, but he's talking out of stress due to last minute pressure.

The combination of Maruthi-Prabhas and the horror fantasy backdrop has increased interest in the film. Fans suggest being careful with word choice before release, as small comments can lead to big reactions on social media.

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Maruthi Interviews - Fans Worried

Maruthi Interviews About The Raja Saab Are Being Misinterpreted 

\r\nVijay\'s upcoming film Jana Nayagan is set to release in theatres on January 9, and the recently released theatrical trailer has generated significant buzz among fans. The film, a remake of a popular title, has already done massive business thanks to Vijay\'s strong star power. The box office prospects look promising, with the film needing to collect â‚¹550 crore worldwide gross to achieve the break-even point.\r\nJana Nayagan theatrical rights have been sold for a record price of â‚¹105 crore in Tamil Nadu, while overseas rights stand at â‚¹78 crore, making it the second biggest overseas deal after Coolie. The Kerala rights are valued at â‚¹15 crore, and the film is being released on an own release basis in the Telugu states through PVR Pictures, Karnataka, and North India, valued at around â‚¹30 crore.\r\nWith a total theatrical business of â‚¹230 crore, Jana Nayagan needs to collect at least â‚¹550 crore gross worldwide to break even. This is a crucial target, as only Vijay\'s film Leo has crossed the â‚¹550 crore mark. In Kollywood, only 2.0, Jailer, and Leo have collected more than â‚¹550 crore worldwide, making it essential for Jana Nayagan to join this elite list.\r\nThe success of Jana Nayagan will depend on its performance in Tamil Nadu, overseas markets, and other regions. With strong competition ahead with Parasakthi, the film\'s box office prospects will be closely watched by fans and industry insiders alike.\r\n

Vijay Farewell Film Breakeven Target

Vijay Jana Nayagan Box Office Prospects

\r\nVeteran actress Raasi has responded strongly to actress and anchor Anasuya amidst controversy sparked by actor Shivaji\'s remarks at the Dhandoraa pre release event. Raasi\'s comments come after Anasuya and others criticized Shivaji for his comments on heroines\' clothes. Raasi stated that while Shivaji\'s words were not entirely wrong, the way he expressed them was incorrect.\r\nRaasi shared a past incident where she felt hurt by comments made during a comedy skit anchored by Anasuya. The skit featured Hyper Aadi making a remark referring to \"Raasi Gari Phalalu,\" and Anasuya\'s responded to it asking, \"Raasi Gari Phalalu ?\", Anasuya response was questioned by Raasi. She emphasized how a woman could speak about another woman in such a manner.\r\nRaasi recalled being invited to a comedy show to perform a skit based on her classic film Preyasi Raave, which she refused to mock. She mentioned Anasuya\'s involvement in the incident and criticized the use of language that body shames individuals. Raasi emphasized that no one has the right to body shame anyone, and she considered taking legal action over the issue.\r\nThe controversy has taken a new turn with Raasi\'s unexpected response, highlighting the importance of respecting individuals and avoiding hurtful comments. Raasi\'s statement has sparked interest among fans and the Telugu film industry. Raasi concluded her statement by saying she had seriously considered taking legal action but dropped the idea after her mother advised her not to proceed.\r\n

Actress Raasi Fires at Anasuya

Raasi Fires At Anasuya In Shivaji Incident Mentioning Her Past Experiences

&nbsp;Thalapathy Vijay\'s Jana Nayagan is releasing on 9 Jan 2026 in various languages apart from Tamil. Expectations are increasing as this happens to be Vijay\'s last film.\r\nHowever, on 10 Jan 2026 Sivakarthikeyan\'s Parasakathi directed by Sudha Kongara is releasing on 10 Jan. This resulted in a virtual clash between Jana Nayagan and Parasakthi.\r\nIn the midst of all this, Sivakarthikeyan reacted on the clash. He said he was shocked and added &ldquo;I called our producer and asked if we could change our date to avoid the clash. However, all the investors had already been informed of our Pongal release. Also, if pushed to summer 2026, it would be difficult due to the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections,&rdquo;\r\nHe revealed that he called Vijay\'s manager Jagadish whether it will create any problem but Jagadish replied in negative. Sivakarthikeyan said &ldquo;You might not have a problem, but I will. Jana Nayagan is promoted as Vijay sir&rsquo;s last film. Can you ask sir about it once?&rdquo;\r\nHe said Jagadish called and told &ldquo;He told me that Vijay sir believes that since it&rsquo;s Pongal, both films have enough space to release and will not affect each other at the box office. Sir also conveyed his best wishes for Parasakthi. So, everyone, please enjoy Jana Nayagan on January 9. We&rsquo;re talking about a man who has entertained us for 33 years. And on January 10, come watch Parasakthi,&rdquo;

JN vs Parasakthi - Hero surprised

Sivakarthikeyan on Jana Nayagan and Parasakthi clash

Mega Star Chiranjeevi is coming to captivate movie lovers with his upcominng film Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu. The film directed by Anil Ravipudi is releasing on 12 Jan 2026. Movie lovers are interested in this project as Chiranjeevi is doing a full length comedy role after a long time.\r\nTime is ticking for the film\'s trailer which will be released today evening. In the meantime, Chiranjeevi\'s AP State chief secretary Edida Bobby along with his team came up with a unique tribute in Rajamundry.\r\nRajamundry Urban MLA Adi Reddy Srinivas attended and released the calandar at Pushkar Ghat. Following that people cleberated the event with 40 boats in Godavari river. They formed CHIRU word with the boats and paid tributes showing Mega Star, Mega Star.\r\nD.Jani, Sheik Baba,Varre Rajesh Naidu, Vijjana Siva,Sikoti Sivaji and other mega fans participated in the event. Chiranjeevi is coming to entertain movie lovers with his film Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu during Sankranti.

Boats tribute to MSG

Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu gets boats tribute

Ranveer Singh\'s Dhurandhar directed by Aditya Dhar is breaking records at the box office. Many celebrities showered praises on the film.\r\nAccording to the latest, Suriya showered praises&nbsp; on the film. He posted &ldquo;Thank you @AdityaDharFilms for giving this masterpiece. #Dhurandhar what a movie! Completely blown by your craft... love &amp; respect to you and the whole team. Special congrats to my bro @ActorMadhavan what a transformation! #AkshayeKhanna &amp; @RanveerOfficial congrats on a very deserving blockbuster! Love, Suriya &amp; Jo (sic).&rdquo;\r\nMahdavan reacted in the following way. \"Wow Brother, this means the world to me coming from you and Jo. How gracious large hearted and sweet of you. All the love right back at you brother can&rsquo;t wait to see your movies coming up. God bless you and thank God for you both.\"\r\nDhuranthar stars Arjun Rampal, Sanjay Dutt, and Akshay Khanna in important roles.&nbsp;\r\n<div></div>

 Suriya praises Dhurandhar

Suriya joins Dhurandhar fanclub

Filmmaker Anurag Kashyap has shared his thoughts on the blockbuster period spy thriller Dhurandhar, directed by Aditya Dhar. Kashyap praised the filmmaking as \"top-notch\" but expressed disagreement with certain political dialogues in the film. The movie has been a massive success at the box office, starring Ranveer Singh in the lead role.&nbsp;\r\nKashyap specifically took issue with two dialogues: R Madhavan\'s \"Ek din aisa ayega jab desh ke baare mein koi sochega...\" and Ranveer Singh\'s \"Yeh naya India hai\" at the end of the film. These two were related to a political party.&nbsp; Despite these disagreements, he added, \"Take those two aside, it\'s a good film. In fact, a brilliant film that is entirely set in Pakistan\".\r\nKashyap also praised Aditya Dhar\'s honesty and \"stubbornness\" in making the film. He said, \"Agree or disagree with it, the man is honest. Not an opportunist like others.\" Kashyap highlighted Dhar\'s personal experiences as a Kashmiri Pandit, saying, \"All his films are about Kashmir. He is a Kashmiri Pandit who has suffered. Either you argue with him or let him be.\" Ranveer Singh\'s performance was also lauded, with Kashyap calling it his favorite.\r\nThe film\'s technical aspects were also praised, with Kashyap comparing it to Hollywood classics like The Hurt Locker and Zero Dark Thirty. Dhurandhar has received both success and criticism for its perceived political undertones, but Kashyap\'s review suggests it\'s worth watching.\r\n<div></div>

Anurag Kashyap Prises Dhurandhar But

Anurag Kashyap Praises Dhurandhar Except For A Couple Of Dialogues

Prabhas\' upcoming horror fantasy film The Raja Saab is gearing up for release on January 9, with paid premieres scheduled for January 8 across India. Directed by Maruthi, the movie has been receiving strong promotional push, especially in Telugu states. The film\'s final runtime has been locked at 175 minutes (2 hours and 55 minutes), trimming earlier reports of a possible three hour mark.\r\nThe Raja Saab features Malavika Mohanan, Nidhhi Agerwal, and Riddhi Kumar as the female leads, produced by TG Vishwa Prasad and Krithi Prasad under the People Media Factory banner. Notable performances from Sanjay Dutt, Boman Irani, and Zarina Wahab add to the film\'s appeal, with music composed by Thaman. The buzz around the film continues to build as fans eagerly await its theatrical release.\r\nThe Raja Saab, headlined by Prabhas, is set to hit the big screens on January 9. The film will have paid premieres on January 8 in India, with aggressive promotion in Telugu. The makers have decided to keep the runtime under three hours, ensuring a tighter pace and engaging viewing experience. The film\'s cast, including Sanjay Dutt and Boman Irani, promises an unforgettable cinematic experience.&nbsp;\r\nThe Raja Saab\'s story revolves around a young man who inherits a haunted ancestral property, leading to a thrilling horror fantasy adventure. With its impressive cast and crew, The Raja Saab is expected to be a major release during Sankranthi.

Raja Saab Final Runtime

Prabhas The Raja Saab Final Runtime Locked

Mahesh Babu\'s film Varanasi with Rajamouli has been the cynosure of all eyes. The film is progressing at a brisk pace and now reports are coming that Varanasi will be becoming the first Indian film whose taser will be screened at Le Grand Rex, Paris.\r\nIt is known that the announcement teaser released eaerlier got tremendous response from all quarters. Now, Varanasi teaser will be screened at 9 PM on 5 Jan 2026 at Le Grand Rex, Paris getting a rare honor for the Indian film. Varanasi\'s French film distributor Aanna Films confirmed the news much to the delight of all the fans.\r\nVaranasi made with a budget of Rs 1300crs will features Priyanka Chopra as the female lead with Prithviraj Sukumaran playing an important role. The music for the film is tuned by Keeravani. Plans are on to release the film in Summer 2027.\r\nVijayendra Prasad penned the story and screenplay for the film while Deva Katta provided dialogues. Varanasi is produced by&nbsp; K. L. Narayana under Sri Durga Arts, along with S. S. Karthikeya of Showing Business.&nbsp;\r\n<div></div>

Varanasi gets a rare honor

Rajamouli Varanasi teaser to be screened here

The trailer for Sudha Kongara's period film Parasakthi, starring Sivakarthikeyan and Ravi Mohan, has been released, offering a gripping glimpse into the story ahead of its January 10th release. The film is set against the backdrop of the 1965 Anti-Hindi agitations in Tamil Nadu, blending commercial appeal with emotional intensity.

Sivakarthikeyan plays a young man whose journey transitions from playful charm to revolutionary fervor, showcasing his versatility. Ravi Mohan's ruthless antagonist marks a significant transformation in his on screen persona, promising an intense face off with Sivakarthikeyan's character.

Atharvaa Murali combines charm with aggression, igniting the revolution's initial spark. Sreeleela plays a strong supporting role, adding impactful moments to the narrative. GV Prakash Kumar's music, marking his 100th film, complements the story with an intense background score.

Ravi K Chandran's cinematography and Karthik Rajkumar's production design convincingly recreate the era, adding visual grandeur to the film. With promotions in full swing, Parasakthi is set to hit theaters on January 10th, promising a powerful cinematic experience.

Parasakthi Trailer-A Powerful Period Drama

Sivakarthikeyan Parasakthi Engaging Trailer Released

Legendary Tamil filmmaker Bharathiraja, 84, has been admitted to a Chennai hospital after experiencing breathing problems. Thankfully, doctors say he\'s stable and responding well to treatment, though he\'s still under close watch in the ICU. The hospital has issued a statement saying Bharathiraja is receiving appropriate medical care and his vital parameters remain within normal limits.\r\nBharathiraja\'s health scare comes less than a year after he lost his son Manoj to a sudden cardiac arrest, a loss that left him deeply shaken. His brother Jayaraj Periyamayathevar revealed that Bharathiraja has been unable to cope with this loss, often breaking down while looking at his son\'s photos.\r\nBharathiraja is known for directing critically acclaimed films like \"16 Vayathinile\" (1977), \"Kizhakke Pogum Rail\" (1978), and \"Mudhal Mariyathai\" (1985). He has won six National Film Awards and four Filmfare Awards South, and was honored with the Padma Shri in 2004 for his contributions to Tamil cinema. Bharathiraja has also acted in films, with his latest appearance being in Tharun Moorthy\'s Mohanlal-Shobana starrer \"Thudarum\" (2025).\r\nHe also directed Telugu films like Aaradhana with Chiranjeevi and Seethakoka Chiluka with Karthik. Bharathiraja\'s films are known for their naturalness in storytelling, honesty in characters, and depth of emotions. He has introduced many actors to the industry, including Radhika, Radha, and Karthik. Fans and film personalities are hoping that Bharathiraja recovers quickly and returns to normal life.

Legendary Director Hospitalized 

Bharathiraja Health Is Stable Responding To Treatment

The Malayalam film industry's latest blockbuster, Eko, is making waves with its digital debut. Released in November, the film garnered over 50 Cr Gross at the box office and received appreciation from audiences and critics. Initially, Eko started streaming on Netflix in Malayalam from December 31, getting big viewership and becoming a hot topic on the internet.&nbsp;

However, Telugu viewers were disappointed that the film wasn't available in their language initially. The good news is that Eko is now available for streaming in Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Hindi on Netflix, along with the original Malayalam version. The film's digital debut in Telugu was initially scheduled for January 7, but the dubbed versions started streaming earlier than planned, surprising fans

Directed by Dinjith Ayyathan, who made the acclaimed Kishkindha Kaandam (2024), Eko is regarded as one of the best mystery thrillers in recent times. Penned by Bahul Ramesh and directed by Dinjith Ayyathan, Eko received strong appreciation upon release and became a box office hit.&nbsp;

The film stars Sandeep Pradeep, Saurabh Sachdeva, Vineeth, and Narain, and is produced by MRK Jhayaram and Vipin Agnihotri under the Aaradyaa Studios banner, with music composed by Mujeeb Majeed. Given its genre and positive reports, Eko is expected to attract good viewership among Telugu viewers as well.

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