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Anand Mahindra heaps praises on Chiranjeevi. Telangana government headed by Congress government and CM Revanth Reddy organised Telangana Rising Global Summit for two days at the Future City in Hyderabad. Many national and international businessmen graced the event and it brought spectacular investments for the state.

Mega Star Chiranjeevi and other celebrities also graced the event. At the event renowned Industrialist, Tech Mahindra CEO Anand Mahindra showered praises on Chiranjeevi. Sharing his feelings he came up with the following post.

"I was in Hyderabad yesterday to address the Telangana Rising Global Summit.

Apart from the privilege of interacting with Chief Minister Revanth Reddy Garu, on the subject of the Vision 2047 plan for the state, it was an unexpected surprise to be able to finally meet Megastar Chiranjeevi Garu..

The man is a legend, but what makes him truly endearing are his&nbsp; humility and genuine curiosity.

It was a powerful reminder that these two traits: curiosity to learn and humility to listen, are thebedrock of enduring success in any field, from film to business to policy"

Movie News

Renowned Industrialist praises Chiru

Anand Mahindra heaps praises on Chiranjeevi

\r\nKarthi on Annagaru Vastharu. Karthi is getting ready to entertain movie lovers with his film Vaa Vaathiyaar directed by Nalan Kumaraswamy. The film is releasing in Telugu as Annagaru Vasthaaru.\r\nAhead of the film release, Karthi speaking to scribes said the film is a tribute to legendary actors like MGR and NTR. He said &ldquo;We love our heroes, and sometimes that love turns into devotion. That is the core of this film. As Krithi said, the director made this movie as a tribute to the mass commercial cinema of the 70s and 80s. This story needed a superhero-like hero. Why should superheroes only be Batman or Superman? In our culture, we already had NTR and MGR &mdash; people who changed cinema, politics, and society. They are our demigods. When they do something beneficial to society within a commercial film, it becomes even more special. NTR and MGR rose from humble beginnings to become legends. They are our superheroes. This film imagines what it would be like if such heroes emerged again.&rdquo;\r\nHe shared &ldquo;This is Nalan Kumarasamy&rsquo;s film after eight years, and I can see how much Telugu directors admire him. The story is set in a fictional world. It was a privilege to play such a grand character. It&rsquo;s a challenging film, and such projects take us to the next level. I believe I have performed well. I&rsquo;m sure you&rsquo;ll love the film. It&rsquo;s very hard to make a movie like this again.&rdquo;\r\n

Karthi on Annagaru Vastharu

Annagaru Vastharu a tribute to legends

Sahakutumbanam locks new release date.&nbsp; Ram Kiran and Megha Akash's upcoming film Sahakutumbanam directed by Uday Sharma which was supposed to release on 12 December, locked the new release date.

With Balakrishna's Akhanda2 Thaandavam releasing on the same date, the makers decided to change the release date. The film will now be releasing on 19 December 2025. Sharing the details the makers posted "Some decisions are not driven by business, but by respect and emotion. With love and admiration for #NandamuriBalakrishna garu, we move #Sahakutumbaanaam to Dec 19, letting #Akhanda2 reign on Dec 12.Cinema is a celebration let&rsquo;s celebrate both together."

The film stars Rajendra Prasad, Hasya Brahma Brahmanandam, Shubhalekha Sudhakar, Satya, Rajashri Nair, Racha Ravi, Giridhar, Tagubothu Ramesh, Bhadram, and others in important roles. Mahadev Goud and Nagaratna&nbsp; are producing the film uder the banner of HNG Cinemas LLP. The music for the film is tuned by Mani Sharma while Madhu Dasari and Sashank Mali are handling the cinematography and editing departments.

Sahakutumbanam changes its RD

Sahakutumbanam locks new release date

\r\nBigg Boss Telugu Season 9 is riding high with impressive TRPs and viewership, a stark contrast to its previous few seasons. As the show enters its final week, excitement peaks with the top 5 finalists yet to be decided. The remaining seven contestants are in for a surprise: a midweek elimination is planned for a double exit this week.\r\nIn this week\'s nominations, all except Pawan Kalyan are up for elimination. Pawan leads the winner\'s race, with Tanuja and Emmanuel as strong contenders, thanks to his massive audience base. The elimination might hit Suman Shetty and Sanjana, with Suman at higher risk based on votes, while Sanjana&rsquo;s task performance might seal her fate on Thursday.\r\nThe midweek twist usually unfolds in a dramatic midnight surprise, keeping contestants on edge. Pawan and Emmanuel lead in immunity tasks, with Bharani and Tanuja impressing in recent challenges.\r\nTanuja&rsquo;s top votes grant her an audience vote appeal. Only 48 hours left to know the top 5, will it be a 5 or 6 contestant finale? The grand finale is next week, and the suspense is killing it.\r\n

Unexpected Twist From BB9

Midweek Elimination Brings Twist In Bigg Boss Telugu 9

\r\nNetflix has adopted a box office-based pricing model for Suriya 47, the upcoming film starring Suriya and directed by Jithu Madhavan, marking a significant change in how OTT platforms acquire film rights. The streamer secured the rights for a base price of â‚¹23 crore, with potential additional revenue tied to the film\'s theatrical performance.\r\nSuriya 47 is being made in a Malayalam style focus on content, on a reasonable budget, with Suriya himself producing. This move reflects a broader shift in the industry, especially in Telugu cinema, which saw a pivot toward OTT deals post-COVID, often sidelining box office performance.\r\nThe new model means streaming platforms pay a base price, with further payouts linked to theatrical success. This brings the industry back to pre-COVID realities films now need strong box office numbers for producers and buyers to recoup investments. Overestimating potential could lead to heavy losses.\r\nFor producers and stars, this signals a need for realism about budgets and market potential. With content quality key, overspending without a hit story risks massive failures. Could this model reshape how Telugu films are made? Let\'s see.\r\n

Netflix Implements New Model 

Netflix Box Office Tied Pricing Model With Suriya 47 Signals Shift in OTT Deals

Sometimes, unexpected twists create the perfect storm of hype. Akhanda 2, starring Nandamuri Balakrishna and directed by Boyapati Sreenu, faced release hurdles but has gained significant momentum after a postponement. Originally scheduled for December 5, the film now hits theaters on December 12, with premieres kicking off today.

The delay, due to unresolved financial issues tied to a dispute with Eros International, seems to have amplified interest. Bookings and anticipation have surged, outperforming last week&rsquo;s numbers. The Andhra Pradesh government has also approved premium ticket rates for the first ten days, adding to the excitement.

Akhanda 2 The Thaandavam, promises a visual spectacle with Balakrishna in a dual role as the Aghora warrior. The film features Samyuktha Menon, Aadhi Pinisetty, and Harshaali Malhotra, with a thunderous score by Thaman S. Shot in locations like the Himalayas and Georgia, it&rsquo;s poised for a strong opening if tonight&rsquo;s premieres spark positive word-of-mouth.

With pre-sales in North America crossing $125K in just six hours, the buzz is palpable. Akhanda 2 could make a big splash in Telugu cinema, fingers crossed.

Akhanda 2 Set for Big Opening

Akhanda 2 Set for Big Opening As Postponement Brings More Buzz

\r\nKarthi\'s highly anticipated film Vaa Vaathiyaar (titled Annagaru Vostaru in Telugu), directed by Nalan Kumarasamy, was set to hit theaters on December 12. However, financial hurdles have thrown its release into uncertainty. Production began in 2023 but faced multiple delays, and now a legal battle adds to the challenges.\r\nThe Madras High Court has issued a temporary stay on the film&rsquo;s release due to a â‚¹21.78 crore loan dispute between producer K.E. Gnanavel Raja and investor Arjunlal Sundardas. The court demands repayment before any screening, citing repeated delays in settling the dues despite previous extensions.\r\nStudio Green, the production house, is accused of failing to repay the loan, which ballooned from â‚¹10.35 crore with interest. The court has asked the producer to clear the amount or submit the film&rsquo;s revenue, leaving Vaa Vaathiyaar stuck with just days to go. Fans are anxiously waiting for a resolution.\r\nWith the stay in place, the film&rsquo;s release hangs in the balance. The producer must settle the issue by December 12 to meet the planned launch. For now, the fate of Vaa Vaathiyaar remains uncertain, leaving fans and the industry eager for the next move.\r\n

Financial Hurdles For Vaa Vaathiyaar 

Karthi Annagaru Vostaru Faces Financial Roadblock 

\r\nMowgli 2025, directed by Sandeep Raj and starring Roshan Kanakala, is set to hit theaters on December 13, 2025, with an attractive ticket price of â‚¹99 in single-screen theaters. The film\'s release was shifted from December 12 to avoid a clash with Balakrishna\'s Akhanda 2, and special premieres are planned for December 12. This strategic pricing aims to draw more audiences to theaters, making it an exciting watch.\r\nThe movie, produced by TG Vishwa Prasad and Krithi Prasad under People Media Factory, has received an \'A\' certificate from the CBFC with a runtime of 2 hours and 40 minutes. Sakshi Mhadolkar plays the female lead, while Bandi Saroj Kumar takes on the antagonist role, and Viva Harsha has an important supporting part. The film explores themes of sacrifice, rage, and redemption, set against a lush forest backdrop.\r\nAt a pre-release event attended by Rana Daggubati, Maruthi, and Ravikanth Perepu, director Sandeep Raj opened up about the pressure of his second film following his National Award-winning debut, Colour Photo. Roshan Kanakala expressed hope for support from Balakrishna and his fans, highlighting the hard work of the cast, including Sakshi Mhadolkar\'s debut performance as a deaf and mute girl. \"Mowgli is about a man\'s war for love,\" Roshan said, urging audiences to rise above challenges.\r\nRana Daggubati praised the team\'s dedication and the film\'s intriguing character names, wishing the team success. With impactful promos and a gripping premise, Mowgli 2025 is generating buzz.\r\n

Affordable Ticket Price For Mowgli

Watch Mowgli 2025 At 99 Rupees Only At A Single Screen

\r\nHrithik Roshan has praised&nbsp; Dhurandhar, starring Ranveer Singh, for its gripping storytelling while expressing reservations about the film\'s political undertones. The Aditya Dhar directed spy-thriller, released on December 5, is set in the late 2000s and draws inspiration from real life India-Pakistan terror conflicts. Singh plays Hamza, an Indian spy infiltrating Rehman Dakait&rsquo;s gang, exploring themes of espionage and intelligence.\r\nOn Instagram, Hrithik wrote, \"I love cinema... Dhurandhar is an example of that. Loved the storytelling. It&rsquo;s cinema.\" He added, \"I may disagree with the politics... but can&rsquo;t ignore how I loved and learnt from this as a student of cinema. Amazing.\"\r\nEarlier, Akshay Kumar lauded Dhurandhar, saying, \"I&rsquo;m blown away. What a gripping tale, @AdityaDharFilms. Glad audiences are giving it the love it deserves.\" The film features a star-studded cast including Akshaye Khanna, R. Madhavan, Arjun Rampal, Sanjay Dutt, and Sara Arjun.\r\nA sequel to Dhurandhar is scheduled for release on March 19, 2026. With its intense narrative and strong performances, the film has sparked conversations among viewers. The film has already grossed 200+ crores globally.\r\n

Hrithik Roshan Praises Dhurandhar

Hrithik Lauds Ranveer Dhurandhar But Raises Questions

Now that all hurdles cleared for Natasimha Balakrishna's Akhanda2 Thaandavam release date, fans are waiting eagerly to enjoy the film on the big screen. The film stars Samyukta, Aadi Pinisetty under the direction of Boyapati Srinu.
The film is releasing on 12 December 2025 and the premiers are planned in the evening on 11 December 2025. In the meantime, two Telugu states Andhra Pradesh and Telangana passed fresh GOs allowing the ticket rates hike, special and premiers.
Here are the revised rates in AP and Telangana for Akhanda2.
Andhra Pradesh Premiers
December 11 -Timings-Between 8 PM and 10 PM) -RagesRs. 600/- (inclusive of GST) in all centers.
December 12 (For the next 10 days)
Single Screens: Increase of Rs. 75/- (with GST) - Rs 222.5
Multiplexes Increase of Rs. 100/- (with GST) .-Rs 277
Telangana Premiers
December 11: Premiers-Timings: 8 PM tomorrow -Rate Rs. 600/-.
December 12:&nbsp; (For the first three days)
Single Screens:Increase of Rs. 50/- (with GST) -Rs 277
Condition: Akhanda&nbsp; team should give 20% of the incremental revenue to the &lsquo;Telugu Film Industry Employees Federation.&rsquo;
A separate account will be created by Film Development Corporation (FDC) for this purpose.

Akhanda2- Fresh GOs From AP and TS

Telugu States come up with fresh GOs over Akhanda2 ticket rates

It is known that films and cricket are the passion of almost all the Indians and they go to any extent and cannot control their feelings when they see their heroes in real life.\r\nWhile this is common for Indians, for foreigners it looks odd. Similar thing happened in Malaysia. Simbu was recently in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia and few fans tried to meet him and one even fell down, leaving Simbu extremely worried.\r\nA Malaysian local who witnessed the whole interaction seemed confused by watching a grown man cry for his favourite celebrity.\r\nIn a video circulating on social media, Simbu&rsquo;s security personnel can be seen struggling to control the crowd and let the star&rsquo;s vehicle pass through. A fan, however, loses balance and falls down near the actor&rsquo;s vehicle. As other fans step in to help him up, Simbu can also be seen worriedly exiting his car to pick up the fan. The fan steps back in shock to see the star, and Simbu holds him while asking if he&rsquo;s okay. He also speaks to his security as the crowd slowly grows around them. Numerous fans can be seen vying for selfies as the actor returns to his car.\r\nA Malaysian local who recorded it all could be heard saying in the video, &ldquo;Oh my god, this guy fell. Look at this, we&rsquo;re going too crazy over the celebrity. This guy is crying over the celebrity, oh my god. Wow, look at that.&rdquo; The local even laughs as Simbu&rsquo;s security tries their best to push back the crowd after the actor goes back to his car. &ldquo;There&rsquo;s a grown man crying over a celebrity, wow,&rdquo; they say. They even approached the fan later to ask him if he was okay when he wouldn&rsquo;t stop sobbing by the side of the road. &ldquo;Are you okay, man?&rdquo; they ask, as the fan tearfully nods. The fan could be seen holding some papers in his hand.

Fan shocks STR, Malaysians worried

Fan fell in front of Simbu car - Malaysians wonder why he was crying

Of late many celebrities are approaching courts for legal protection over misuse of their names, pictures etc.\r\nAlready celebrities like Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, her husband Abhishek Bachchan, his mother Jaya Bachchan, Hrithik Roshan and Ajay Devgn, filmmaker Karan Johar, singer Kumar Sanu, Chiranjeevi, NTR, Akkineni Nagarjuna, \'Art of Living\' founder Ravi Shankar, journalist Sudhir Chaudhary and podcaster Raj Shamani approached High Court for protection.\r\nNow, Salman Khan approached the Delhi High Court seeking protection over the misuse of his name and pictures on various websites. Salman Khan\'s plea will be held on 11 December by Justice Manmeet Pritam Singh Arora.\r\nSalman Khan approached High Court to restrain several social media platforms, websites and e-commerce entities from using his name, photographs, voice, likeness or any aspect of his persona without permission. The petition argues that such unauthorised use not only violates his personality rights but also misleads the public and allows third parties to profit from his identity.\r\n<div></div>

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