&nbsp;&nbsp;Raja Shivaji is doing very well at the box office in Maharashtra. The film has got the highest number of screens for a Marathi movie in the state. Director and actor Riteish Deshmukh said that all the big actors in the film worked for free. He told that everyone acted without taking money because they respect Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. Riteish shared that he spent three and a half years writing the film.Reteish also said that the history of Maharaj is so big that one film is not enough. The team made sure not to change any facts and kept the story true to history. The film is released in both Hindi and Marathi so more people can watch it. Riteish feels summer holidays are the best time for families and kids to learn about Shivaji Maharaj.Raja Shivaji has a huge star cast from Hindi and Marathi cinema. Sanjay Dutt, Abhishek Bachchan, Vidya Balan, Mahesh Manjrekar, Sachin Khedekar, Bhagyashree, Boman Irani, Fardeen Khan, Jitendra Joshi, Amol Gupte, and Genelia Deshmukh are all part of the film. Riteish also acts in it and has directed it. Fans on social media are praising the cast for supporting the film without fees. Many called it a rare and proud moment for Marathi cinema.The movie is getting strong word of mouth across Maharashtra. It has had a solid run at the domestic box office so far. People are liking the grand scale, real locations, and honest storytelling. Riteish also mentioned Salman Khan is like his brother and gave him full support. Many schools are planning special shows for students. The makers said their main aim was to show the greatness of Shivaji Maharaj to the new generation without making any compromise.

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Everyone Worked Free For This Film

Raja Shivaji Stars Work for Free Says Riteish Deshmukh

&nbsp;&nbsp;Tamil superstar Vijay has made a huge entry into politics with his party Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, also called TVK. In the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections, Vijay shocked everyone by winning 108 seats in his very first try. To form the government the party needs 118 seats out of 234. Vijay has already sent a letter to the Tamil Nadu Governor asking for a chance to form the government.He said he will prove his majority in two weeks. People across the state are talking about this big win. Social media is full of videos of TVK celebrations and many fans are calling it a new chapter for Tamil Nadu. The most special part is Vijay’s vote share. TVK got 34.92 percent votes in its first election. This is more than what M G Ramachandran got in 1977. MGR had won 130 seats with 30.4 percent votes back then.So Vijay has beaten the legend in vote percentage. When you look at other actor politicians, N T Rama Rao had 46.3 percent in 1983, Chiranjeevi got 16.32 percent in 2009, Vijayakanth had 8.4 percent in 2006, Pawan Kalyan got 5.53 percent in 2019, and Kamal Haasan got 2.52 percent in 2021. This shows how big Vijay’s debut is. Political experts say no other new party has made such a strong start in recent times.For many years Tamil Nadu politics was mostly about DMK and AIADMK. Now Vijay’s entry has changed the game. His rallies had huge crowds and young people supported him a lot. His social media campaigns were very strong and reached every corner of the state. He announced his political entry in 2023 and worked hard to build the party in all districts. His clean image and fan following helped TVK turn movie love into real votes.Now all eyes are on whether Vijay can get the extra seats to reach 118 and become Chief Minister. There is talk that some independents and small parties may support TVK. Party leaders are confident they will form the government soon. Whether he becomes CM or not, one thing is clear. Vijay’s political debut is not just a win, it is history. He has already changed Tamil Nadu politics in one election.

Vijay Surpasses Even MGR

Vijay Creates History in Tamil Nadu Politics with Record Vote Share on Debut

&nbsp;&nbsp;Salman to romance kareena. Salman Khan is awaiting the release of his patriotic entertainer Maatrubhoomi directed by Apoorva Lakhiya which is getting delayed due to technicalities.&nbsp;He is currently starring in the direction of Vamsi Paidipally and the film is produced by Dil Raju. The film stars Rajpal Yadav on an important role. The film stars Nayanthara as the female lead.Apart from it , he is also starring in a project with Raj and DK. The film is a super hero film and now rumours have it that the makers are planning to rope in kareena Kapoor as the female lead. Inside talk is the discussions are in the advanced stages.&nbsp;Earlier reports came that Samantha could be the female lead. The project is expected to go to &nbsp;sets from October 2026. Atul Agnihotri along with Mythri Movie Makers are touted to produce the film.Salman and Kareena earlier starred in hit films like Kyon Ki… (2005), Main Aurr Mrs Khanna (2009), Bodyguard (2011) and Bajrangi Bhaijaan (2015), while Kareena also appeared in the song Fevicol Se from Dabangg 2. &nbsp;

Kareena -Salman reunion on cards

Salman to romance kareena

&nbsp;&nbsp;In a shocking development, RB. Choudhary, renowned South Indian producer passed away in an accident. Tragedy struck when the car RB. Choudary was travelling met with an accident today evening in Udaipur, Rajashthan. Much to the shock of all, he passed away on the spot leaving everyone tearstruck. RB.Choudary is the father of popular Tamil actor Jiiva.Ratanlal Bhagataram Choudary after dabbling in various fields entered into film production launching his production house Super production banner in 1988. After producing few Malayalam films, he entered Kollywood and started Super Good films partnering with R. Mohan.He produced more than 100 films in various languages and his hit films include Suswagatham, Surya Vamsham, Megastar Chiranjeevi’s God Father, Ishq : Not a love story, Mr. Pellikoduku, Rachcha, Bheemili Kabbadi Jattu, Annavaram and Nava Vasantham among others.He is survived by four sons and Jithan Ramesh, one of his son, took over the production. Condolences are pouring in from all quarters to the bereaved family.&nbsp;

Shocker: Renowned Producer passes away

RB. Choudary passed away in an accident

Suriya is coming back with a raw and intense action film that has fans very excited. The movie is titled Karuppu in Tamil and Veerabhadrudu in Telugu. This is the first time Suriya is working with director RJ Balaji, who is known for his fresh style and smart writing. Dream Warrior Pictures is producing the film, the same team behind big hits like Kaithi. The story is said to be a gritty action thriller with a strong social message. Fans are calling it #Suriya45.The new countdown poster shows Suriya on a black bike with blood on his face and a sharp, serious look. He looks ready for a fight. The poster also confirms the release date as May 14, 2026, and calls him The One. The title Veerabhadrudu appears in bold Telugu letters, giving it a strong mass feel.The poster is already trending online and building strong buzz before the worldwide release. The film has a U/A 13+ rating, so more people can watch it in theatres.The team behind Karuppu / Veerabhadrudu is full of top talent. Sai Abhyankkar is doing the music and his work is expected to lift both the action and emotional scenes. G K Vishnu is the cameraman and he is known for grand and stylish visuals. Arun Venjaramoodu is handling the production design to build a real and powerful world. Kalaiivanan is the editor and Vikram Mor is taking care of the stunts. RJ Balaji is writing and directing, so fans expect a good mix of drama, action, and solid story. Producer S R Prakash Babu has promised a big screen experience.The teaser of Karuppu is one of the most awaited updates right now. Fans want to see more of Suriya’s look and the plot. The makers are keeping the story a secret, which has started many fan theories online. Dream Warrior Pictures and RJ Balaji are not revealing much, and that is making the wait even bigger. From the poster, it is clear that Suriya is playing a tough and wounded character who has been through a lot. The bike, the dark mood, and the blood marks point to a violent and emotional journey. People are calling this a career defining role for Suriya. The movie is set for a massive opening on May 14, 2026.&nbsp;

Suriya Karuppu Striking Nine Days Countdown Poster 

Suriya Veerabhadrudu Announces Its Arrival In Nine Days

Christopher Nolan is making a big mythological movie called The Odyssey, and the new trailer has everyone talking. This film is based on the old Greek story by Homer about Odysseus trying to reach home after the Trojan War. Nolan is known for movies like Oppenheimer and Inception, but this time he is going back thousands of years. The trailer shows dark oceans, storms, and scary monsters.But more than action, the story looks very emotional. It is about family, love, and a man who just wants to go home. Fans on social media are calling it Nolan’s most ambitious project yet. The visuals look huge and real because the whole film is shot on IMAX cameras. With a budget of around 250 million dollars, this is one of Nolan’s biggest films ever.Matt Damon plays Odysseus. He looks strong and tired from years of war. In one scene he says that not even the Gods can stop him from going home, and that line is now trending online. Tom Holland is Telemachus, the son who never met his father but still believes he is alive. He fights to protect his family and the palace. Anne Hathaway returns with Nolan as Penelope, Odysseus’ smart and brave wife who handles politics and greedy suitors.Robert Pattinson is Antinous, the main villain who wants to take over Ithaca. Zendaya is said to be Athena, the goddess who helps Odysseus, while Charlize Theron plays Calypso, the nymph who tries to keep him on her island. The cast also has Lupita Nyong’o, Jon Bernthal as Menelaus, Benny Safdie as Agamemnon, John Leguizamo, Mia Goth, and Elliot Page.&nbsp;

Trailer Of Christopher Nolan Next The Odyssey 

Christopher Nolan The Odyssey Trailer Details 

&nbsp;&nbsp;Actor Thiruveer is back with another fun film called Papam Prathap, and now it is all set to hit OTT. The movie did make people laugh in theatres, and from May 7 you can watch it on ETV Win from your home. It is a perfect pick for summer holidays when you want to sit with your family and enjoy a light village comedy. The story is set in the 1990s near the Godavari coast. It shows the funny problems a young man faces right after his marriage. Director S.P. Durga Naresh keeps things simple and real with rural scenes, local slang, and natural comedy that many people connect with.The story starts with Prathap getting married, but soon his wife learns a shocking truth about him. From there, his life takes many twists and turns. How Prathap handles the mess and comes out of it is told with full comedy. Thiruveer fits perfectly as Prathap and brings the right mix of confusion and humor. Payal Radhakrishna plays the wife and does a good job. Senior actors like Ajay Ghosh and Raashi also add strong support and bring extra laughs.The dialogues and situations feel very close to village life, which is why the film got a good response from family audiences. Even though the film got a mixed talk in theatres, the makers believe OTT will give it a second chance. ETV Win has bought the streaming rights and already shared a special poster to announce the May 7 date. Many small films that did not do well in theatres became big hits online, and the team hopes Papam Prathap will be the same.Social media users who missed it in theatres are waiting to watch it now with family. If you like simple stories set in villages with clean comedy and good acting, this one is for you. So mark the date, May 7, and get ready to laugh with Prathap’s troubles on ETV Win.

Papam Prathap OTT Details

Papam Prathap Coming to OTT on May 7

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Peddi makers kick-start Countdown. Excitement is increasing with each passing day as Ram Charan's Peddi directed by Buchi Babu Sana is racing for a spectacular release on 4 June. Much to the delight of the fans, the makers kick-started the 30 days countdown by releasing a new poster.&nbsp;The new poster showed Ram Charan flashing a mischievous smile lighting a cigarette in a sugarcane factory and being in a relaxed and happy mood. The US bookings are expected to start on 7 May.&nbsp;The makers are gearing up to release the trailer which is loaded with intense action elements in the backdrop of a cricket and wrestling sports. Speculation is on that the trailer may be released either 17 or 18 of May. Janhvi Kapoor is the female lead while Shruthi Hassan is sizzling in a special song. Rahman is the music director. The film features Shiva Rajkumar, Divvyendu Sharma, Boman Irani, Jagapathi Babu, and Sai Kumar in important roles . Venkata Satish Kilaru is producing the film under Vriddhi Cinemas.

Peddi Countdown Starts 

Peddi makers kick-start Countdown

&nbsp;Fatal accident to Fauji team. Pan India Star Prabhas' upcoming film Fauji is progressing at a brisk pace under the direction of Hanu Raghavapudi of Sitaramam fame.According to the latest, shocking reports are coming that the Fauji team met with a fatal accident. The accident happened when the team was heading to Abdullapurmet in Hyderabad where be the shoot was scheduled.&nbsp; The accident resulted in the death of a person and severe injuries to five people. They were rushed to the nearby hospital. Following the accident, the makers suspended the shooting schedule.&nbsp; Police started their investigation to identify the root cause of the accident. The film already completed 80 percent of the shoot and plans are on to release the film during October to z Christmas time period.&nbsp; Imanvi Ismail is the female lead and it stars Anupam Kher, Jaya Prada, Mithun Chakraborty, and Chaitra J. Achar in pivotal roles. &nbsp;

Fatal accident to Fauji team

Fauji team met with fatal accident

&nbsp;&nbsp;Varanasi makers coming up with unique strategy. Rajamouli's magnum opus Varanasi is becoming the cynosure of all eyes. The film starring Mahesh Babu, Priyanka Chopra and Prithviraj Sukumaran in the lead roles is releasing on 7 April 2027.It is known that Rajamouli is known for his unique promotional and marketing strategies. According to the latest it is coming out that the makers are planning to offer the public the exclusive behind the scene videos and interviews for a price of Rs 199.These will include exclusive pictures of Mahesh Babu, Priyanka Chopra and other cast and also their interviews and interesting titbits. All these are generally available for free, but Rajamouli is keen to promote it in this way adding a price tag considering the huge demand for the project.It has to be seen whether there will be any takers for this strategy. If this clicks in future all the top filmmakers and stars will follow similar strategy.

Varanasi makers coming up with unique strategy

Are there any takers for Varanasi unique strategy

&nbsp;&nbsp;Sai Pallavi shocking decision for MS.Subbulakshmi biopic. Sai Pallavi's Hindi debut with Aamir Khan's son Junaid Khan's Ek Din turned out to be a disaster. However, everyone knows that this is not a testimony to her talent.She is currently starring as Goddess Sita in Ranbir Kapoor, Yash's Ramayana directed by Nitesh Tiwari. Apart from it, she is also starring in the biopic of legendary singer MS.Subbulakshmi. The film is helmed by Gowtham Tinnanuri of Jersey fame.Sources share that Sai Pallavi is learning carnatic music for he role. Source added “Sai has an uphill task ahead. But she is up to the challenge; in fact she is up to any challenge.”Trained carnatic singer Kavitha Krishnamurthy says “Playback singing creates a parallel performance on the soundtrack. That is not the requirement when an actor is playing a singer.”Sanjay Leela Bhansali says “If Sai Pallavi is doing her own vocals, then hats off. I know she can pull it off.”

Sai Pallavi going allout for legendary singer

Sai Pallavi shocking decision for MS.Subbulakshmi biopic

&nbsp;&nbsp;Producer Venkat K. Narayana can finally relax now. His company KVN Productions is making Vijay’s last film Jana Nayagan. The movie had many problems before release. There were money issues, trouble with digital rights, and even leaked footage online. Some reports said Vijay might cut his 220 crore fee to help with the budget. Now things look much better. Vijay’s party Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, or TVK, is doing very well in the Tamil Nadu elections. This political win is clearing the road for the film.With TVK becoming strong, the market mood around Jana Nayagan has changed fast. Trade experts feel the film will now get a big jump in business and brand value. People in the industry say Vijay is ready to help the producer if needed, even by taking less money. Because of this, Venkat K. Narayana should recover the cost and the film may easily break even.The latest election update at 2:10 PM shows TVK leading in 110 seats out of 234. The party needs 118 for a clear majority, so it is just 8 seats short. Early on, DMK had a lead and AIADMK was also in the fight. But TVK picked up speed and crossed both. Social media is full of celebration videos from Vijay fans.This win is not just political. It helps Vijay’s film career end on a high note too. Jana Nayagan was facing stress because of budget and leaks. Now the buzz is positive again. Fans online say they will watch it in theaters to support Thalapathy’s last film. For producer Venkat K. Narayana, Vijay’s success in politics is turning into a big relief for his biggest project.

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