\r\nPrabhas\'s upcoming romantic horror-comedy, The Raja Saab, is hitting a roadblock, it won\'t be released in IMAX format. The film\'s overseas distributor, Prathyangira Cinemas, announced that James Cameron\'s Avatar: Fire and Ash has secured a four-week exclusive contract with IMAX, blocking The Raja Saab from premium screens.\r\nThe clash stems from their release schedules: Avatar: Fire and Ash hits theaters on December 19, 2025, while The Raja Saab follows on January 9, 2026, falling within IMAX\'s exclusivity window. Despite this setback, the makers are \"pushing hard\" to secure special-format shows like PLF and DBOX, though these are also tied up with Avatar 3 for four weeks.\r\nDirected by Maruthi, The Raja Saab stars Prabhas, Malavika Mohanan, Nidhhi Agerwal, and Sanjay Dutt, showcasing a fresh, fun side of Prabhas. Interestingly, advance bookings have opened in the US, with ticket prices surprisingly higher than Avatar: Fire and Ash.\r\nMeanwhile, Avatar: Fire and Ash is generating buzz with its IMAX advance sales in India, priced at â‚¹2,400 for premium 3D formats in Delhi. The film follows Jake Sully and Neytiri as they face a new threat from the Ash People of the Mangkwan clan. With its visual grandeur, Avatar 3 is set to be a major cinematic event, leaving The Raja Saab to explore alternative premium formats.\r\n

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The Raja Saab Faces Setback

No IMAX Release For The Raja Saab In US

\r\nRanveer Singh\'s latest spy action thriller, Dhurandhar, has made a thunderous debut, earning â‚¹27 crore net in India on its opening day, December 5, 2025. This impressive start makes it Ranveer\'s highest opener and one of the biggest debuts of 2025, surpassing trade predictions. The film has outpaced Ahaan Panday\'s Saiyaara (â‚¹21.9 crore net) and Thamma (â‚¹24 crore), solidifying its strong presence at the box office.\r\nThough Dhurandhar leads the pack, it takes the second spot behind Vicky Kaushal and Rashmika Mandanna\'s Chhava, which opened with â‚¹31 crore net in February 2025. For Ranveer Singh, this beats previous highs like Padmaavat (â‚¹24 crore) and Simmba (â‚¹20.72 crore), marking a career milestone.\r\nDirected by Aditya Dhar and produced by Dhar alongside Jyoti Deshpande and Lokesh Dhar, Dhurandhar is inspired by real events like the Kandahar hijack and 26/11 Mumbai attacks. Set in early 2000s Pakistan, it follows an Indian spy (Ranveer Singh) on a mission to dismantle the notorious Lyari gangs. The film boasts a star-studded cast, including Sanjay Dutt, Akshaye Khanna, R Madhavan, Arjun Rampal, and Sara Arjun.\r\nWith a 3 hour 34 minute runtime and an intriguing post-credit segment, Dhurandhar is generating buzz for its gripping narrative and action-packed sequences. As it continues its theatrical run, fans are eager to see how it performs in the coming days.\r\n

Dhurandhar First Day Collection

Dhurandhar Marks Ranveer Highest Opener

Compliant against Aryan Khan for obscene gesture, Shah Rukh Khan's son Aryan Khan landed in trouble once again. This time, a complaint has been filed against Aryan Khan for making an obscene gesture.

Aryan Khan made this gesture at the launch of his brand D'yavol in Bengaluru pub. Advocate S Owaiz Hussain of Sankey Road and Tejas A Gowda of Jayanagar 1st Block have filed the complaints against Aryan Khan.

As several women were present, it resulted in huge controversy. Tejas Gowda, in his complaint, requested the police to take strict action against Aryan Khan. He also sought action against Mohammed Haris Nalapad, son of BDA chairman NA Haris, and Zaid Khan, son of Minister Zameer Ahmed Khan, who were with Aryan Khan at the pub.

In his complaint, Hussain stated that he is filing the complaint on behalf of the general public seeking immediate registration of an FIR against Aryan Khan for committing criminal acts in a public event/party hosted in a pub in Ashoknagar police limits on November 28. Aryan Khan was recorded making the abusive gesture towards members of the public at the venue.

Meanwhile, Home Minister Dr G Parameshwara said police officers are looking into the matter and action will be taken based on their findings.

SRK son lands in trouble

Compliant against Aryan Khan for obscene gesture

\r\nAkhanda2 makers intensify efforts for release. Balakrishna\'s fans got a huge disappointment when the much awaited film Akhanda 2 got postponed at the last minute indefinitely following financial problems.\r\nIn the meantime, Akhanda2 makers apologised to fans and promised to hit the Bulls Eye. The came up with the following post.\r\nWe\'ve tried our absolute best to bring #Akhanda2 to the big screens, but despite our tireless efforts, sometimes, the most unexpected things happen, and unfortunately, this is that time. We sincerely apologize to all the fans and cinema lovers across the world who have been eagerly waiting for the film with so much anticipation. We are forever grateful to our dearest \'God of Masses\' #NandamuriBalakrishna Garu and #BoyapatiSreenu Garu for standing by us during this challenging moment. AKHANDA-2 WILL HIT THE BULLSEYE WHENEVER IT ARRIVES&hellip;COMING VERY SOON WITH A NEW DATE.\r\nNow reports have it that Balakrishna will adjust Rs20crs of his remuneration to the producers to help the film\'s smooth release. A source shared &ldquo;No Telugu star would have done this,&rdquo; The talks are in the final stages and the makers are now considering the alternate release dates.\r\nIn the meantime, US Distributors are seeking clarity and the makers though earlier considered December 12, they want to avoid clash with Hollywood biggie Avatar: Fire And Ash on December 19, as it works otherwise minimize theatre availability in USA and European markets. Inside talk is the makers are assuming for December 25 release.\r\nA source shared &ldquo;Admirers of Balakrishna have come out in full support to clear the roadblocks and pave the way for another box office winner.&rdquo;.\r\n

Akhanda2 promises to hit Bulls Eye 

Akhanda2 makers intensify efforts for release

\r\nPolice Complaint done with the shoot. Varalakshmi Sarathkumar and Naveen Chandra are known for different genre, performance oriented roles. They sharing screen presence with their upcoming film Police Complaint.\r\nAccording to the latest, the film directed by Sanjeev Megoti completing the shooting. Currently the post production is in fullswing and the makers will soon announce the release date.\r\nValakshmi Sarathkumar who have till now played serious roles will be seen in a completely different and entertaining role. Sources share the special song shot on Super Star Krishna will be the highlight in the film.\r\nSanjeev Megoti is known for his earlier works Aghora (Telugu&ndash;Tamil), Aaptha, Paurusha, Raghava Reddy, and Aadiparvam. The film stars Krishna Sai, Ragini Dwivedi, Ravishankar, Aditya Om, Srinivas Reddy, Sapthagiri, Gemini Suresh, Amit, Dil Ramesh, and Prithvi (Animal fame), among others in important roles.\r\nDirector Sanjeev Megoti said &ldquo;We are making &lsquo;Police Complaint&rsquo; based on the intriguing concept of the &lsquo;chain reaction of karma&rsquo;. Every action we do comes back to us in some form &mdash; and this idea is presented through a fresh, gripping horror-thriller narrative. Our team completed the shoot at a brisk pace with everyone&rsquo;s support, and the output has come out very well. Once post-production is completed, we will plan for the film&rsquo;s release.&rdquo;\r\nThe film\'s music is tuned by Arohana Sudheendra, Sudhakar Mario, Sanjeev Megoti while SN.Harish handled the cinematography. Anugozu Renuka Babu is the editor for the film produced by Balakrishna Maharana on MSK Pramida Sri Films banner.\r\n

PC reaches the finishline

Police Complaint done with the shoot

\r\nRajamouli pens emotional letter to Prabhas as he is in Japan for the special screening of his Magnum Opus Baahubali The Epic which is releasing&nbsp; on&nbsp; 12 December in the country.\r\nPrabhas during the promotions of his science fiction film kalki 2898AD promised to meet his Japanese fans and interact with them. Now he decided to keep his promise attending the premier screening of Baahubali The Epic ahead of its release.\r\nIn the midst of all this, Rajamouli, the director of Baahubali penned an emotional letter.\r\n&nbsp;&ldquo;Knowing you darling, if you&rsquo;ve already tasted the love of the Japanese audience, you must be in tears right now.\"\r\n&ldquo;I&rsquo;ve visited Japan four times and every trip came with the same question again and again, when will Prabhas come here? The more they expressed their wish, the more I wanted you to experience the love they have for you, and for them to see how much you care for them too.\"\r\n&ldquo;Finally, my Baahubali has arrived in my second home. I hope you enjoy Japan as much as I have enjoyed every visit. To all my Japanese friends, love you all. Arigato gozaimasu.\"\r\nResponding to the note, Prabhas shared a picture from the trip and captioned the post: &ldquo;Daaaarlingggggg @ssrajamouli&hellip; love you so much. Missing you here in Japan&hellip; we&rsquo;ll both come again.\"\r\n

Prabhas in Japan: Rajamouli Emotional

Rajamouli Emotional letter as Prabhas is in Japan

<div>\r\nSasirekha promo from Mana Shankar Vara Prasad Garu released. Mega Star Chiranjeevi is coming to entertain movie lovers with his upcoming flick Mana Shankar Vara Prasad Garu. The film directed by Anil Ravipudi is racing for a spectacular release during sankranthi in 2026.\r\nThe makers today released the promo of the second song Sasirekha couple of minutes back.&nbsp; The song is shot of chiranjeevi and female lead Nayanthara and both are seen in colourful traditional attire. Bheems Ceciroleo turned music for the song for which lyrics are penned by Anantha Sriram. Bhanu master with his choreography came up with graceful dance moves to delight all. The song is shot in the backdrop of beautiful locations.\r\nThe song is sung in a beautiful manner by Bheems Ceciroleo, and Madhupriya. The full song will be released on 8 December. The film stars Venkatesh in a powerful cameo and&nbsp; Sahu Garapati and Sushmita Konidela are bankrolling the project.\r\n</div>

Sasirekha promo from MSG out

Sasirekha promo from Mana Shankar Vara Prasad Garu released

\r\nIndiGo, India\'s largest airline, is facing severe disruptions in its flight services due to operational lapses, resulting in hundreds of flight cancellations over the last four days. This has had a significant impact on the Indian film industry, particularly Tollywood, with shootings being halted mid-way due to flight cancellations.\r\nActors from various film industries, including Tollywood, are struggling to reach their shooting locations in other cities. Producers who had planned combination dates for key scenes are shocked by the sudden cancellation of IndiGo flights, and main artists are unable to reach Hyderabad as per their schedules. The technical and staff issues plating IndiGo flights are not only affecting passengers but also the finances of the big-budget Tollywood film industry.\r\nThe situation is causing significant disruptions to film production, with producers facing huge losses due to the halt in shootings. The problem is expected to be resolved in the next couple of days, but the impact on the film industry is already substantial.\r\nThe IndiGo flight cancellations are a major blow to the Tollywood industry, which relies heavily on timely shooting schedules. With the festive season approaching, the industry was gearing up for a busy period, but the disruptions are putting a spanner in the works. Hopefully, the situation will return to normal soon, and film production can resume as scheduled.\r\n

Tollywood Facing Strange Problem

Indigo Airlines Effect on Tollywood Shoots

\r\nCatherine Tresa has been roped in for a special song in the highly anticipated film Sigma, starring Sundeep Kishan. The song, composed by Thaman, promises to be an energetic and pulsating track that will showcase Catherine\'s dance moves alongside Sundeep Kishan. The film, directed by Jason Sanjay, is a multilingual action-adventure comedy that has generated significant buzz in the Tamil and Telugu film industries.\r\nSigma, produced by Lyca Productions, boasts an impressive cast, including Faria Abdullah, Raju Sundaram, Anbu Thasan, Yog Japee, Sampath Raj, Kiran Konda, and Magalakshmi Sudharsanan. The film\'s story follows a maverick protagonist who charts his own path, breaking conventions and rising through grit and resilience. With its edge-of-the-seat heist thrills, humor, and heart, Sigma promises to offer a refreshing new flavor in mainstream cinema.\r\nThe film is nearing completion, with post-production works underway. Sigma is set for a summer 2026 release, and fans are eagerly awaiting its arrival. The movie\'s cinematography is handled by Krishnan Vasant, editing by Praveen K.L., and art direction by Benjamin M. With its impressive cast, crew, and production values, Sigma is shaping up to be one of the most exciting films of 2026.\r\nSundeep Kishan is playing the lead role, and his never-before-seen action persona is generating significant interest. The film\'s striking first look poster has already set the tone for a high octane adventure, and fans are eagerly awaiting the film\'s release.\r\n

Catherine Special In Sigma

Catherine Tresa Joins Sundeep Kishan for a Glamorous Song in Sigma 

Balakrishna's Akhanda 2 was set to hit theaters today, December 5, but its release has been stalled due to financial issues, leaving the film in limbo. The movie's premiere shows were cancelled at the last minute, and fans are disappointed, especially since the film had generated significant hype. The problem stems from a legal dispute involving a pending Rs 28 crore arbitration award in favour of Eros International Media Limited, prompting a stay order from the Madras High Court.

The uncertainty surrounding the film's release has created chaos, with distributors facing uncertainty and overseas markets crucial for big Telugu films. If the film is pushed to a later date, producers will need to renegotiate slots with Netflix for its digital release. The makers have expressed regret over the postponement, citing "unavoidable circumstances" and thanking Balakrishna and director Boyapati Sreenu for their support.

The film's production house, 14 Reels Plus, announced the postponement, stating they've tried their best to bring the film to screens but faced unexpected challenges. Fans are eagerly waiting for further updates, and the makers promise to share a new release date soon. The film's budget is reportedly Rs 200 crore, with Balakrishna's remuneration being Rs 45 crore and Boyapati Sreenu's Rs 35 crore.

The delay has sparked concerns about the film's box office prospects, but producers remain optimistic, hoping to resolve the issue soon. With a massive OTT deal with Netflix worth Rs 85 crore, the stakes are high, and fans are eagerly awaiting the film's release.&nbsp; But, as per trade the film will not make its way to release this week. Let's see how things turns out to be.

Akhanda 2 - Wait Continues 

Akhanda 2 Release Postponed Indefinitely 

Prabhas' highly anticipated film The Raja Saab is set to release in theaters worldwide on January 9th, and the makers have sealed a major deal with Jio Hotstar for the film's OTT rights. The platform has reportedly paid a handsome premium amount to acquire the exclusive rights, outbidding its competitors. This marks the first pan-Indian film and the biggest Tollywood film that Jio Hotstar has bought until now.
The satellite rights of the film are reportedly held by the Star group. With the OTT deal now sealed, anticipation for The Raja Saab has reached a new peak. The film is expected to enjoy a wide theatrical release, followed by a major premiere on Jio Hotstar, where it will be available in multiple languages for audiences across India and abroad.
Directed by Maruthi, The Raja Saab stars Prabhas in a dual role alongside Sanjay Dutt, Malavika Mohanan, Nidhhi Agerwal, Riddhi Kumar, and Boman Irani, among others, in key roles. The film is a romantic horror comedy that has generated significant buzz in trade circles. With only a month until release, the makers need to step up promotional efforts to generate buzz in all languages.
The Raja Saab is scheduled to release on January 9, 2026, in multiple languages. The film's first song didn't perform as anticipated, and the makers have been quiet, but the OTT deal should provide some relief to the team. The film is expected to be a major hit, given Prabhas' massive market presence and the strong buzz surrounding this horror fantasy drama.

TRS Lucrative Deal With Hotstar

Prabhas The Raja Saab OTT Rights Sold For A Solid Price

\r\nAjith Kumar\'s passion for racing is taking center stage, with a documentary on his racing journey currently in the making. Directed by A. L. Vijay, the film is planned for a direct OTT release next year, offering a glimpse into Ajith\'s dedication to the sport. This move is seen as a smart strategy to connect with fans and showcase his journey.\r\nAjith Kumar is investing significant time in racing, aiming for bigger milestones, and has built a team to support his endeavours. He is currently spending 30% to 40% of his time on movies, with the rest dedicated to racing. On the cinema front, Ajith has signed his next film with Good Bad Ugly director Adhik Ravichandran, with discussions with producers underway.\r\nA viral video showed Ajith Kumar and Director Siruthai Siva at a Malaysian racing event, sparking rumors of a new project. However, reports suggest the claims are false, and the two are expected to work together only on an ad film related to Ajith\'s racing team. Fans have welcomed this clarification, urging Ajith not to collaborate with Siva on a feature film in the future.\r\nThe documentary on Ajith\'s racing life is expected to give fans a deeper understanding of his journey, and the ad film with Siva is eagerly anticipated. With Ajith\'s racing team making waves, the focus is on his next moves, both on and off the track.\r\n

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