\r\nThe Kerala government has decided to appeal against the Ernakulam District and Principal Sessions Court\'s verdict acquitting actor Dileep in the 2017 actress assault case. Special Public Prosecutor V Aja Kumar confirmed that the appeal will be filed soon after the Kerala High Court\'s Christmas vacation.\r\nThe government plans to challenge both Dileep\'s acquittal and the sentences given to six convicts, including prime accused Pulsar Suni. Kumar stated that around 60 witnesses testified against six accused, but this evidence was dismissed when it came to acquitting Dileep and three others.\r\nThe 2017 actress assault case involves the abduction and sexual assault of a popular Malayalam actress while travelling from Thrissur to Ernakulam. The incident was reportedly filmed on a mobile phone inside a moving vehicle, and Dileep was arrested for allegedly conspiring in the crime. The survivor had earlier expressed disappointment over the verdict on social media.\r\nThe trial court had acquitted Dileep and three others, while sentencing six accused to 20 years of rigorous imprisonment. The Kerala government has given its nod to file an appeal, and the Special Public Prosecutor has prepared the grounds for appeal.\r\n

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Govt to Appeal Dileep Acquittal

Kerala Government to Appeal Dileep Acquittal in 2017 Actress Assault Case

\r\nDeekshith Shetty in DQ41. Dulqer Salmaan is not only known for his handsome and charming looks but also for his impactful, captivating and riveting performances.\r\nHe recently cast a magic spell with his performance in Kaantha and he is now starring in a film under the direction of Ravi Nelakuditi. The project is referred to DQ41 and is produced under SLV Cinemas banner.\r\nNow reports are coming that Deekshith Shetty who captivated all with his performance in Rashmika Mandanna\'s Girl Friend has been roped in for an imporrtant role in DQ41.\r\nThe makers confirmed the same on Deekshith Shetty\'s birthday, welcoming him into the project. The makers however maintained secerecy over his role. The film stars Pooja Hegde as the female lead while Ramya Krishnan is playing an important role. GV. Prakash Kumar is the music director while Anay Om Goswamy is handling cinematography for the film\r\n

Girl Friend connection to DQ41

Deekshith Setty in DQ41

&nbsp;\r\nReason behing Prabhas traveling in Private Jets. Superstars lead a royal life and many of them have private jets. Chiranjeevi, Nagarjuna, Allu Arjun, Nayanthara and Prabhas have private jets.\r\nHowever while travelling all of them except Prabhas travel in public airplanes. However, Prabhas always love to travel in private aircrafts. Many find fault with Prabhas and some take it as his arrogant attitude.\r\nRecently Prabhas asked a producer to book a private aircraft for his journey. Generally Prabhas do not trouble his producers. He ensures that he takes care of his travel expenses.\r\n&nbsp;\r\nPrabhas has multiple projects like The Raja Saab, Kalki 2898AD sequel, Salaar Shouryaanga Parvam, Fauji and Spirit. The makers insist on Prabhas maintaining secrecy over his look. So Prabhas of late is seen travelling in the private jets. When he travels in public airplanes, fans click snaps of him and make them viral. Prabhas does not like it and so he decided to travel in private jets.\r\n&nbsp;

Why Prabhas travels in Private Jets

Reason behing Prabhas traveling in Private Jets

Balakrishna intense training for young look in NBK111. Balakrishna who recently entertained movie lovers with his spiritual action entertainer Akhanda Thaandavam directed by Boyapati Srinu is now concentrating on his upcoming project referred to NBK111 under the direction of Gopichand Malineni.

Balakrishna already started preperations for his role and it is coming out that there is an intense action episode and in this important episode, efforts are on to show Balakrishna in the young avatar.

To achieve the natural and realistic look, Balakrishna is working on his look in an intense manner. The episode featuring Balakrishna in younger avatar will give goosebumps to the viewers.

The film has a historic backdrop and Balakrishna will be seen in the role of a king. Gopichand Malineni is concentrating on the script and VFX of the project. The film stars Nayanthara as the female lead. Already reports came that Balakrishna will be singing a song. Thaman is the music director for the film.

Balakrishna going all out for New look

Balakrishna intense training for young look in NBK111

\r\nAadi Saikumar, the dashing young hero of Tollywood, celebrates his birthday today. Coming from a film family full of talents, With his charming looks and impressive acting skills, he\'s made a mark for himself in the industry. From his debut in \"Prema Kavali\" (2011) to his latest releases, Aadi has consistently won hearts with his versatility.\r\nA Journey of Success\r\nAadi\'s journey is a testament to his hard work and dedication. After his debut, he went on to star in hits like \"Lovely\", \"Sukumarudu\", and \"Pyar Mein Padipoyane\". His ability to take on diverse roles has earned him critical acclaim and a loyal fan base. Films like \"Chuttalabbai\", \"Samanthakamani\", and \"Next Nuvve\" showcase his versatility.\r\nExciting Projects Ahead\r\nWith multiple films lined up, Aadi is poised for greater heights. His latest film, \"Shambhala\", hits theaters on December 25th, and it\'s generating buzz in the industry. He\'s also started work on a Tamil-Telugu bilingual, demonstrating his commitment to diverse storytelling.\r\nA True Talent\r\nAadi\'s passion for acting and willingness to experiment make him a sought-after actor. His contributions to Telugu cinema have not gone unnoticed, and we\'re excited to see what\'s next!\r\nWishing You a Fantastic Year Ahead\r\nCineJosh wishes Aadi Saikumar a very happy birthday. May this year bring you continued success, happiness, and many more milestones. Here\'s to many more blockbusters and unforgettable performances.\r\n

Happy Birthday To Aadi Saikumar

Happy Birthday Aadi Saikumar Wishing a Stellar Year Ahead

Jolt to Jana Nayagan Telugu release.All eyes are on Thalapathy Vijay\'s Jana Nayagan which is progressing at a brisk pace under the direction of H.Vinoth. The film is racing for a grand release on 9 Jan 2026 taking headon with Prabhas\' The Raja Saab. The Telugu version of the film is titled Jana Nayakudu and plans are on to release the film simultaneously in Tamil and Telugu. Expectations are high on this film as it happens to be Vijay\'s last film before he enters full fledged politics. Reports came that Naga Vamsi of Sithara Entertainments has acquired the rights of the Telugu version. But now inside talk is Naga Vamsi backed out of the project and sources reveal that &nbsp;unlike the Tamil version whose theatrical rights fetched a bomb, the Telugu version is lacking the same buzz. Many feel if the makers donot get the strong backing in Telugu, it will be difficult to get a grand release. The film stars Pooja Hegde as the female lead and Mamitha Baiju is playing an important role. Anirudh Ravichander is the music director for the the film which stars &nbsp;Bobby Deol, Gautham Vasudev Menon, Prakash Raj, Priyamani, and Narain &nbsp;in ikey roles. Venkat K. Narayana of KVN Productions is bankrolling Jana Nayagan.&nbsp;

Jolt to Jana Nayagan Telugu release

Jana Nayagan Telugu release hits a roadblock

\r\nBattle of Galwan teaser to be released on this date. Bollywood superstar Salman Khan is currently busy with his upcoming film Battle of Galwan. The film directed by Apoorva Lakhia is progressing at a brisk pace and interest levels are increasing on this patriotic entertainer.\r\nAccording to the latest, the makers are gearing up to release the power packed teaser of the film. Inside talk is the teaser will be released on special date, 27 December 2025 as Salman Khan\'s birthday special.\r\n&nbsp;Salman is set to portray Colonel B. Santosh Babu, who led the 16 Bihar Regiment during the Galwan Valley clash of June 15&ndash;16, 2020. Actress Chitrangda Singh has been signed as the female lead, marking her first on-screen pairing with Salman\r\nThe film based on the 2020 Indo-China clash and it highlights the valor of Colonel Bikumalla Santosh Babu.\r\n

Battle of Galwan teaser on special day

Battle of Galwan teaser to be released on this date

Aadi Saikumar's highly anticipated film Shambhala is all set to hit cinemas on December 25th, generating significant buzz among audiences. Directed by Ugandhar Muni and produced by Mahidhar Reddy and Rajashekar Annabhimoju, the film boasts an impressive cast, including Archana Iyer, Swasika, Ravi Varma, Madhunandan, and Siva Karthik.

The film's aggressive promotional campaign and striking promotional content have garnered significant attention, with prominent stars like Nani, Kiran Aabavaram, and Anil Ravipudi participating in pre-release events. The film's trailer, unveiled by Nani, has received a tremendous response, further amplifying the hype.

Advance bookings for premiere shows on December 24 have opened on ticketing portals, witnessing an overwhelming response within a short span of time. Strong pre-sales across regions indicate a solid opening, with Shambhala poised to emerge as the biggest opener of Aadi Saikumar's career.

The film boasts a technically accomplished crew, with JK Murthy overseeing art direction, Praveen K Bangari handling cinematography, and Sricharan Pakala composing the music. Shambhala promises to be a visually stunning and thrilling cinematic experience, making it a must-watch.

Shambhala PS Bookings In Full Swing

Terrific Response For Premier Show Bookings Of Aadi Saikumar 

\r\nShivaji stirs controversy over heroines dressing. Shivaji is known for his powerful and impactful performances in different genre roles in various films.\r\nHe is playing an important role in the upcoming film Dhandoraa. The film is racing for release on 25 December 2025. In the meantime, he is busy promoting the film and during the promotions while interacting with the scribes, he came up with the controversial comments on heroines dressing.\r\nHe said while sarees enhance the beauty of the heroines, short and skimpy dresses make people judge them in a silent manner. His comments went on social media and netizens are furious on him and said he had no right to judge on the dressing style of the heroines and said his thought process is outdated.\r\nIt has to be seen how Shivaji will react to the controversy and what turn it takes in the coming days.\r\n

Shivaji makes controversial comments

Shivaji stirs controversy over heroines dressing

\r\nDhandoraa runtime locked. Shivaji, Navdeep, Nandu, Rahul Ramakrishna, Ravi Krishna, Manika Chikkala, and Anusha are starring in a rustic entertainer titled Dhandoraa.&nbsp; The film directed by Muralikanth is generating immense interest with the hard hitting content as shown in the teaser and trailer.\r\nThe makers according to sources locked the film\'s runtime. The film\'s runtime came upto 2 hours 4 minutes and it is very crispy. The film is based on real life incidents. The film stars Bindu Madhavi in an important role.\r\nMark K Robin is the cinematographer for the film which is bankrolled by Ravindra Banerjee Muppaneni of Loukya Entertainments, who earlier produced the National Award-winning film Colour Photo and the comedy entertainer Bedurulanka 2012.\r\nThe film is a love story set against the backdrop of caste discrimination. The makers are promoting the film in a big way and it has to be seen how Dhandoraa will ward off strong competition with the other releases during X Mas make its mark felt at the box office.\r\n

Here is Dhandoraa Runtime

Dhandoraa runtime locked

The animated feature film Mission Santa, crafted to international standards, is set to release in theatres worldwide as a special Christmas offering on December 25. This high-energy animated adventure film, developed with a family-friendly narrative, will premiere simultaneously in India, France, Germany, and several other countries, including major cities across the two Telugu-speaking states.\r\nFollowing the recent success of the animated film Narasimha Avatar, which gained notable appreciation across India and in the Telugu states, Mission Santa marks the arrival of another major animated feature. The film promises an exceptional viewing experience with its quality animation, emotional depth, entertainment value, and adventurous storytelling.\r\nProducers claim that the film will appeal to audiences of all age groups, especially children, parents, and grandparents, positioning it as a full-fledged family entertainer. According to the makers, the film&rsquo;s standout features include stunning visual effects, a fast-paced narrative, touching emotional elements, thrilling adventures, and characters defined by courage and conviction.\r\nMission Santa is projected to become a significant milestone for the Indian animation industry. The story, script, and character design were developed in Los Angeles, while the full animation production was executed in India under the supervision of senior Indian animation experts. Over 150 Indian animation professionals worked on the film for approximately 20 months.\r\nProduced by Broadvision India and Studio56, this project was undertaken with the aim of elevating Indian animation from a service-oriented sector to a globally recognized creative and commercial force. Releasing in English, the film is expected to deliver a premium animated theatrical experience to audiences.

Indian Animated Film Mission Santa Set for Global Release

Mission Santa Set for Global Release

\r\nKeerthy Suresh made a splash at her friend\'s wedding, enjoying the ceremony with her husband. She looked stunning in a stylish black dress, turning heads with her elegance. The actress was seen having a blast with friends and family, creating unforgettable memories.\r\nAt the wedding, Keerthy Suresh and Nani\'s wife Anjana impressed everyone with their lively steps to the song \'Chamkeela Angeelesi\' from the film \'Dasara\'. The photos and videos of their dance performance have gone viral, showcasing their fun and energetic vibe. \'Dasara\', directed by Srikanth Odela and starring Nani, was a blockbuster hit, with Keerthy Suresh playing the role of Vennela.\r\nThe film \'Dasara\' featured a talented cast, including Dixit Shetty, Samuthirakani, and Saikumar, with Shine Tomchacko playing the villain. Produced by Sudhakar Cherukuri, the film\'s song \'Chamkila Angilesi\' was a major hit, and the recent wedding performance has added to its popularity.\r\nKeerthy Suresh\'s friend\'s wedding was a star-studded affair, with many notable guests in attendance. The actress\'s stylish appearance and dance moves have made her a favourite among fans, who are eagerly awaiting her upcoming projects, Rowdy Janardhan with Vijay Deverakonda.\r\n

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