\r\nExpectations soaring on Spirit new year treat. Prabhas is starring in a high octane action entertainer Spirit. The film directed&nbsp; by Sandeep Vanga is progressing at a brisk pace. Expectations are high on the project as Prabhas has tremendous fan following while Sandeep Vanga is known for his intense and hard hitting mass action entertainers.\r\nThe makers are planning to come up with a new year poster and fans are waiting excitedly for it. Few pictures are getting leaked on line showing Prabhas in a blood soaked shirt.\r\nInside talk is the makers will be releasing the Spirit new poster of Prabhas as New Year treat and it will show Prabhas in the rugged avatar. Prabhas is playing the role of a powerful and ruthless police officer in the film which stars Tripti Dimri as the female lead.\r\nHarshavardhan Rameshwar is the music director for the film which stars&nbsp; Prakash Raj and Vivek Oberoi in important roles.&nbsp; Bhadrakali Pictures and T-Series are bankrolling the project in a lavish manner.\r\n

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Spirit - All eyes on New Year feast

Expectations soaring on Spirit new year treat

\r\nSreeleela worried for her grandma during Tirupati visit. Sreeleela is known for her stunning looks, captivating performances and dazzling dances.\r\nShe visited the holy shrine of Tirupati and on the occasion she was mobbed by the crowd. In the midst of all this, she was worried for her grandma with whom she came to Tirupati.\r\nSreeleela visited Tirupati along with her mother and grandmother on the occasion of Vaikuntha Ekadasi. She was worried as fans crowded around them. She even held her grandmother close as her security tried to move fans out of their way.\r\nA video posted by an Instagram page from Tirupati shows Sreeleela holding her grandmother close as she walks through the crowd. Her security and team can be heard asking people and fans to move aside, even as they click her pictures.\r\nAt one point, Sreeleela even holds her grandmother&rsquo;s arm, asking her to be careful, saying, &ldquo;Ammamma kindana chusko (Be careful about where you&rsquo;re stepping). Sreeleela&rsquo;s mother, Dr Swarnalatha, also accompanied them.\r\n

Tirupati visit- Sreeleela gets mobbed

Sreeleela worried for her grandma during Tirupati visit

\r\nSuper Star Krishna\'s grandson, Jaya Krishna is making his onscreen debut with a film titled in an interesting and crazy manner as Srinivasa Mangapuram. The film is directed by Ajay Bhupathi who is known for his bold films like RX100 and Mangalavaram.\r\nYesteryear ravishing beauty Raveena Tandon\'s daughter Rasha Thadani is the female lead in the film. She is making her entry into Tollywood with this project.\r\nThe makers revealed that they are coming up with a new year treat. Ajay Bhupathi posted &ldquo;This NEW YEAR is gonna get Bigger, Better and Braver&rdquo; exciting everyone. The film has the tagline Intense Love Tale.\r\nThe makers shot important scenes in Telangana, Madhya Pradesh and Karnataka in the first schedule. The makers shot few songs also in this schedule. The film\'s 30% shooting has been completed and the makers are extremely happy with the output.\r\nThe film\'s story revolve around Tirumala Lord Venkateswara temple and about an incident that happened in the holy place. Sources say the story plot itself is unqiue and never seen before. The film\'s music is tuned by GV.Prakash Kumar and Ashwini Dutt is presenting the film. P Kiran is bankrolling the project under Chandamama Kathalu banner.\r\n

SM Braces for New Year treat

Srinivasa Mangapuram new year treat arriving

\r\nRaashi Khanna is set to make a glamorous appearance in a special song for Naveen Polishetty\'s Anaganaga Oka Raju, releasing on January 14, 2026, as a Sankranthi special. This marks her first full fledged special song, although she briefly appeared in a song from Raja The Great (2017). The film\'s genre and Sankranthi timing have generated positive buzz.\r\nThe song\'s shoot is expected to wrap up this weekend, with post production work underway. Raashi Khanna was finalized for the special song after considering other options, including Bhagyashri Borse and a Bollywood actress. Her rare item number appearance has created excitement, following her recent lead role in Telusu Kada.\r\nSpecial songs are a Sankranthi highlight, with mass entertainers and high energy tracks performing well in Andhra Pradesh. Anaganaga Oka Raju joins films like The Raja Saab and Shankaravaraprasad, featuring special numbers. The festive box office clash promises excitement, with most Sankranti releases falling into the mass-appeal genre.\r\nWith Raashi Khanna\'s glamorous special song, Anaganaga Oka Raju is set to make waves this Sankranthi. Raashii Khanna has recently completed shooting for Pawan Kalyan\'s Ustaad Bhagat Singh.\r\n

Raashii To Sizzle In Special Song

Raashi Khanna to Dazzle in Special Song for Anaganaga Oka Raju

\r\nVaammo Vaayyo song Bhartha Mahasayulaku Wignyapthi arriving. Mass Raja Ravi Teja is coming to entertain movie lovers with his upcoming film titled interestingly as Bhartha Mahasayulaku Wignyapthi.\r\nThe film directed by Kishore Tirumala is releasing on 13 Jan 2026. Ravi Teja is romancing Dimple Hayathi and Ashika Ranganath as female leads while Bheems Ceciroleo is the music director.\r\nThe makers today shared the details about the film\'s next titled Vaammo Vaayyo. The song promo will be released today at 4.05 PM and the full song will be released on 2 Jan 2026.\r\nThe song will be released at Vagdevi Engineering College, Warangal from 3 PM onwards. The makers released new poster in which Ravi Teja, Ashika Ranganath and Dimple Hayati coming up with a mass dance move.\r\nSunil, Satya, Vennela Kishore, Subhaleka Sudhakar and Muralidhar Goud are playing important roles in the film produced by Sudhakar Cherukuri on SLV Cinemas banner.\r\n

BMW - Vaammo Vaayyo arriving

Vaammo Vaayyo song Bhartha Mahasayulaku Wignyapthi arriving

\r\nNayanthara first look from Toxic released. Rock Bhai Yash\'s Toxic directed by Geethu Mohan Das is racing for a grand release on 19 March 2026.\r\nThe film stars Kiara Advani,&nbsp;&nbsp; Nayanthara, Tara Sutaria, Huma Qureshi, Rukmini Vasanth, Akshay Oberoi, and Tovino Thomas in important roles.\r\nAccording to the latest, the makers released Nayanthara\'s first look from the film. Nayanthara is playing the role of Ganga in the film. The poster positions Nayanthara in front of an ornate casino entrance, weapon in hand, projecting controlled power within a high-stakes luxury environment. The image marks a departure for the actor, suggesting a character defined by calculated authority rather than conventional heroism.\r\nGeethu Mohan Das speaking about Nayanthara shared &ldquo;We all know Nayan as a celebrated star with a commanding screen presence, and a remarkable career spanning two decades but in &lsquo;Toxic,&rsquo; audiences will witness a talent that had been quietly waiting to explode,&rdquo; said director Geetu Mohandas. &ldquo;I wanted to portray Nayan in a way that she&rsquo;s never been showcased before. But as the shoot progressed I began to see how closely her own personality echoed the soul of the character. It wasn&rsquo;t imitation, it was alignment. The depth, the honesty, the restraint, and the emotional clarity she brought were not performances layered on top of the character, they were qualities she already possessed. I found my Ganga, so brilliantly performed by her, and even more unexpectedly, I found a dear friend.&rdquo;\r\nRavi Basrur is the music director for the film produced by Venkat K. Narayana and Yash under their KVN Productions and Monster Mind Creations production companies.\r\n

Toxic: Nayanthara turn badass

Nayanthara first look from Toxic released

\r\nPrabhas fans recently surprised director Maruthi with a unique gesture, they sent biryani to his home. This lighthearted move came after Maruthi revealed his address during The Raja Saab\'s pre-release event and jokingly challenged fans to visit him if they weren\'t satisfied with the film. The fans took it literally and decided to show their love instead, leveraging Prabhas\'s fondness for food and tradition of gifting biryani to co-stars.\r\nMaruthi shared his surprise on social media, thanking fans for the delicious biryani and acknowledging their enthusiasm for The Raja Saab trailer 2.0. This incident highlights the strong bond between Prabhas fans and the actor, showcasing their creativity and affection. The gesture has warmed hearts, with many praising the fans\' clever and amusing approach.\r\nThe Raja Saab, directed by Maruthi, releases on January 9, and fans are eagerly awaiting the film. Prabhas\'s fans have already shown their excitement, and this biryani gesture is just another example of their dedication. The film\'s trailer 2.0 has generated positive buzz, and the team needs to capitalize on this momentum.\r\nWith The Raja Saab focusing on the Telugu market, fans are hoping for a strong opening. The film\'s success will likely hinge on word-of-mouth and the existing fanbase. Will The Raja Saab live up to expectations? Let\'s wait for January 9.\r\n

Prabhas Fans Surprise Maruthi

Prabhas Fans Special Gesture to Maruthi

Sunny Leone event for New Year at Mathura has been cancelled. As the New Year is fast approaching, event organisers across the country are organising various events roping in celebrities.

The organisers of a Bar in Mathura planned to organise a new year event with Sunny Leone in Mathura. However, following huge protests from&nbsp; Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi Sangharsh Nyas who wrote a letter to the district magistrate, the event was cancelled.

Giriraj Singh, leader of the Hindu Group said&nbsp; &ldquo;I would like to thank the Uttar Pradesh government on behalf of all the people of Braj Bhumi. I want to express my gratitude to the government for considering the sentiments of the people of Braj Bhumi and also for respecting the sadhus and sants.&rdquo;

Another religious leader, Dinesh Falhari Dharmacharya,&nbsp; said &ldquo;The sadhus and saints had opposed this event because this is Braj Bhumi, the land where Lord Krishna performed the Maharas. This is a land of penance, and such events should not be held here. We would like to thank the administration for understanding our feelings and cancelling this event.&rdquo;

Sunny leone new year event cancelled

Sunny Leone event for New Year at Mathura cancelled

\r\nVaralaxmi Sarathkumar has wrapped up shooting for her directorial debut Saraswathi, a thriller film featuring an ensemble cast including Prakash Raj, Priyamani, and Radikaa Sarathkumar. Varalaxmi also produced the film under her banner Dosa Diaries, alongside her sister Pooja Sarathkumar, marking their first production venture. The film\'s music is composed by Thaman S, with cinematography by AM Edwin Sakay and editing by Venkat Raajen.\r\nVaralaxmi took to social media to express her gratitude, sharing photos from the shoot and thanking her team. This project marks a natural progression for Varalaxmi, known for her strong roles in films like Tharai Thappattai and Vikram Vedha. Her recent appearance was in Phoenix, directed by Anl Arasu, introducing Vijay Sethupathi\'s son Surya Sethupathi.\r\nSaraswathi boasts a multi-generational cast, with Varalaxmi, Prakash Raj, Priyamani, and Radikaa Sarathkumar delivering performance driven narratives. The film\'s plot is a closely guarded secret, but the cast hints at a gripping story.\r\nVaralaxmi\'s international collaborations include her upcoming Sri Lankan film Rizana, A Caged Bird, co-starring Jeremy Irons. With Saraswathi, Varalaxmi showcases her skills as an actor, producer, and director. The film\'s release date is awaited, promising an intriguing Tamil debut.\r\n

Varalaxmi Sarathkumar DD Wrapped 

Saraswathi The Directorial Debut Of Varalaxmi Sarathkumar

\r\nKrithi Shetty, known for her role in Uppena, is set to make her Bollywood debut in an upcoming action thriller alongside Tiger Shroff. The film, directed by Milap Zaveri and produced by T-Series, is scheduled to start shooting in Mumbai from January 21, 2026.\r\nThis marks Krithi\'s first Bollywood project, and fans are eager to see her pair with Tiger Shroff in an action-packed setup. The film is expected to be a high energy action thriller, showcasing Krithi\'s acting skills and Tiger\'s martial arts prowess. With Milap Zaveri at the helm, known for his work in action films, and T-Series backing the project, expectations are sky-high.\r\nKrithi Shetty\'s recent projects, including Vaa Vaathiyaar with Karthi, were postponed, but this Bollywood debut is a significant opportunity for her. Krithi Shetty\'s Bollywood journey begins with this action thriller, and her chemistry with Tiger Shroff is anticipated to be a highlight.\r\nThe film is slated for release in the second half of 2026, with a two month shooting schedule planned in Mumbai. With Krithi\'s fresh energy and Tiger\'s action expertise, this project promises to be an exciting addition to Bollywood\'s action genre.\r\n

Krithi Goes Bollywood

Krithi Shetty Bollywood Debut with Tiger Shroff

\r\nThe Raja Saab, starring Prabhas, was initially planned for a pan-India release in multiple languages, but the makers seem to have shifted focus solely to the Telugu market. Industry insiders suggest that the film\'s promotions have been relatively low key in other languages, particularly in Hindi and Tamil, where competition is intense.\r\nDhurandhar, starring Ranveer Singh, is still going strong in Hindi, and Vijay\'s Jana Nayagan is releasing on the same day as The Raja Saab in Tamil Nadu, making it a challenging landscape for Prabhas\'s film. The makers might be prioritizing the Telugu market, where Prabhas has a strong fan base, and avoiding expensive promotions in other languages.\r\nThe film\'s horror fantasy genre has universal appeal, but the lack of promotions in other languages is worrying fans. The team has released promotional content and held a pre-release event in Telugu, but there\'s been no significant push in other markets. The Raja Saab releases on January 9, with paid premieres on January 8.\r\nThe Raja Saab\'s second trailer has generated positive buzz, but the team needs to act fast to create a wider impact. With no press meets or trailer releases in other languages, the film\'s openings might be affected. The team needs aggressive promotions this week to gather momentum and ensure strong box office collections. If not, the film might rely heavily on word of mouth to drive success.\r\n

The Raja Saab Pan India Plans Faded

Makers Of The Raja Saab Focus Shifts to Telugu Market Only

\r\nHere are Top Ten Tollywood best and worst movies in 2025. 2025 comes to an end&nbsp; and every year Tollywood churns out numerous films and among them only few reach the success shores. Among them those with high budget again fail to reach the breakeven despite getting good reviews. Many of them fail to live up to the expectations much to the disappointment of all.\r\n&nbsp;Here are the Tollywood\'s top ten best movies and worst movies\r\n&nbsp;\r\n&nbsp;\r\nTop 10 Best Movies\r\n1. Sankranthiki Vasthunnam\r\n&nbsp;\r\n2. They Call Him OG\r\n3.Kuberaa\r\n4. Mirai\r\n5.Thandel\r\n6.Anaganaga\r\n7.Little Hearts\r\n8.Raju Weds Rambai\r\n9. The Girlfriend\r\n10.&nbsp; Court: State vs A Nobody\r\n&nbsp;\r\nTop 10 worst movies\r\n&nbsp;1. Game Changer\r\n&nbsp;\r\n2. Hari Hara Veera Mallu\r\n3.Kannappa\r\n4. Kingdom\r\n5.Robinhood\r\n6.Ghaati\r\n7. Thammudu\r\n8.Jack\r\n9.Telusu Kada\r\n10. Mass Jathara\r\n

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