Suriya and Trisha Krishnan’s Karuppu is doing big business at the box office. The film released on May 15 and became a huge hit in just 10 days. By day 10, the total worldwide collection is close to 250 crore. The film is directed by RJ Balaji and has strong support from family audiences. It is now the first Tamil film in nine months to cross 130 crore in Tamil Nadu alone. Trade experts say the film will easily cross 300 crore in its full run because of steady weekday shows and holiday push.The film made 250 crore gross worldwide in 10 days. India gross stands at 180 crore and overseas is 70 crore, which is around 7+ million USD. Tamil Nadu alone gave almost 130 crore to the total. By day 10, the India net is above 160 crore from more than 55,995 shows. The film earned 125 crore net in India in its first week. The Tamil version is the biggest earner, but the Telugu version titled Veerabhadrudu also got good response. Overseas markets like USA, UAE, and Malaysia added nearly 65 to 70 crore to the total.Looking at the territory wise numbers, Tamil Nadu leads with over 130 crore gross. Karnataka collected around 15 crore and Kerala added close to 12 crore. The Telugu states gave about 20 crore gross for Veerabhadrudu. The rest of India including North markets contributed 3 crore. Overseas, the USA and Canada gave 30 crore, UAE and GCC markets did 27 crore, and other regions like UK, Australia, and Singapore made up the rest. This wide reach helped Karuppu become Suriya’s first 200 crore film on the second Saturday itself.On the business side, Karuppu is already a big profit for makers. The film was made on a budget of around 90 to 100 crore. With theatrical share from India at nearly 100 crore and overseas share at 40 crore, the recovery is already done. Digital, satellite, and music rights are sold for a high price, adding extra profit. Distributor Sakthivelan called the 100 crore Tamil Nadu mark a historic moment in his career. With strong word of mouth and no big releases next week, Karuppu is set for a long run and clear blockbuster status. &nbsp;

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Karuppu Breaches 250 Crore

Suriya Karuppu Crosses 250 Crore Mark With Strong Second Week Hold

Bollywood star Ranveer Singh who rewrote all box office records with the spy thriller Dhurandhar The Revenge, later decided to walk out of Farhan Akhtar 's high profile project Done.Now this dispute reached new heights as&nbsp; The Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) banned Don 3 for his abrupt exit from the project. After Ranveer Singh's exit from Don 3, Farhan Akhtar decided to discuss the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE).The Federation issued multiple notices to Ranveer Singh after Farhan Akhtar's complaint in April but with him not replying, they decided to ban him. The Federation issued a note which ran &nbsp;“Considering the conduct displayed towards the Federation and the stakeholders associated with the project, the office bearers of FWICE have resolved to issue a Non-Cooperation Directive (NCD) against Mr. Ranveer Singh,”Their note also mentions: “FWICE therefore appeals to all producers, producers' associations, and industry bodies to stand united with the Federation in discouraging and eliminating such unprofessional practices in the larger interest of the Indian film and television industry and all its stakeholders.” &nbsp;

Dhurandhar gets Don 3 shock

Ranveer Singh banned over Don 3 dispute

Mohanlal’s Drishyam 3 is off to a huge start at the box office. The crime thriller released last Thursday and made about 141.34 crore worldwide in just four days. The film got a strong response in India and overseas. Fans of the Drishyam series came to theatres in big numbers for the opening weekend. With this speed, the film is now the second biggest opening weekend for a Malayalam film worldwide. Only L2 Empuraan is ahead of it. The buzz around the story and Mohanlal’s performance is helping the film grow every day.In the first four days, Drishyam 3 collected 63.34 crore gross in India. The India net is 54.55 crore. Day wise, it earned 15.85 crore net on Thursday, 11.05 crore on Friday, 13.70 crore on Saturday, and 13.95 crore on Sunday. Overseas markets gave a big boost with 78 crore gross by Sunday. The Gulf, North America, UK, and Europe are showing strong support. Kerala is the top market in India and made 9.70 crore gross on Sunday alone. The film is also doing well in Karnataka and Tamil Nadu.On the business side, Drishyam 3 is already a safe venture for the makers. The film was made on a budget of around 60 to 70 crore. The theatrical rights were sold at a high price before release. With the current trend, the recovery is done and the film is moving toward big profits. Digital and satellite deals are also said to be strong. Trade experts feel the film can cross 200 crore worldwide in its first week if the weekdays hold well. The overseas share alone is a major part of the earnings.The story of Drishyam 3 picks up after the events of the second part. Mohanlal returns as Georgekutty, who is now facing new problems that test his family again. The film keeps the same suspense and smart twists that made the first two parts famous. Jeethu Joseph directs the film with tight screenplay and strong emotion. Meena, Ansiba, and Esther also return in key roles. The mix of family drama and crime thriller is working with all types of audiences. With strong word of mouth, the film looks set for a long run. &nbsp;

Drishyam 3 Heading Towards 150 Crores

Drishyam 3 Starts With A Bang As Mohanlal Thriller Crosses 141 Crore In 4 Days

&nbsp;A grand ceremony was held in Vijayawada marking the swearing-in and assumption of office of the newly appointed members of the Andhra Pradesh Film Development Corporation (AP FDC). The event witnessed the presence of several film personalities, political leaders, and dignitaries from the entertainment industry. Actor and MLA Nandamuri Balakrishna attended the ceremony as the chief guest along with Andhra Pradesh Cinematography, Tourism and Culture Minister Kandula Durgesh. Newly appointed AP FDC Chairman Bharath Bhushan and other members officially took oath and assumed their responsibilities during the event.Speaking on the occasion, AP FDC Chairman Bharath Bhushan expressed his gratitude to Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan, and Minister Kandula Durgesh for entrusting him with the responsibility. He stated that he would work sincerely in line with the vision of the state government for the development of the film industry in Andhra Pradesh. Recalling the contribution of legendary actor and former Chief Minister N. T. Rama Rao in strengthening the Telugu film industry in 1984, Bharath Bhushan said the current government, under the leadership of Chandrababu Naidu and with the support of Balakrishna, is once again taking significant steps toward rebuilding the industry ecosystem in the state. He assured that, along with the support of Pawan Kalyan and Kandula Durgesh, he would strive to contribute toward the growth of cinema in Andhra Pradesh.Veteran actor Suman Talwar said he felt proud and happy when Balakrishna personally invited him to take up responsibilities in the AP FDC and contribute toward the development of the film industry in Andhra Pradesh. He recalled the efforts made by NTR in establishing studios despite several challenges and expressed hope that Amaravati would emerge as a major film hub similar to Hyderabad. Suman emphasized the need to protect distributors and encourage more film shootings in Andhra Pradesh, highlighting the state’s abundance of scenic locations and infrastructure potential.Actress and television personality Jhansi stated that it was an honor to serve alongside experienced personalities such as Balakrishna and others associated with the government. She praised Chandrababu Naidu’s earlier efforts toward the growth of the film industry during the united Andhra Pradesh era and expressed confidence that similar progress would now happen in Andhra Pradesh as well.Director Meher Ramesh said it was a privilege to be chosen as part of the AP FDC and assured that all members would work collectively for the development of the film industry in the state. He also appreciated Pawan Kalyan’s passion and support toward cinema and the arts.Writer Borra Sai Madhav stated that the positions given to them are not merely posts but responsibilities. He assured that the newly appointed members would work sincerely for the development of cinema, television, and theatre sectors in Andhra Pradesh.Representing the theatre fraternity, Kandimalla Sambasiva Rao paid tribute to NTR and highlighted his immense love for theatre arts. He urged the government to continue supporting artists and cultural celebrations in the state and thanked the Andhra Pradesh government for giving him the opportunity to serve.Director-producer Chadalavada Srinivasa Rao said it was an honor to participate in such a prestigious event held in the birthplace region of NTR. He announced plans to establish a studio in Amaravati and develop theatres across the state with government support. He also assured that several films would be shot along the banks of the Krishna River this year and expressed hope that Andhra Pradesh would regain its former cinematic glory.Addressing the gathering, Minister Kandula Durgesh thanked Balakrishna for attending the event as chief guest and congratulated the newly appointed chairman and members of AP FDC. He stated that the previous government had neglected the film and arts sectors, but after the coalition government came to power in 2024, Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu and Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan have been actively supporting the growth of arts and cinema in the state with the support of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The minister announced that the government is committed to reviving prestigious initiatives such as the Nandi Awards and providing world-class infrastructure and support for film shootings in Andhra Pradesh. He added that many filmmakers from other industries are already showing interest in shooting films in the state due to its excellent locations and improving facilities.Concluding the event, Nandamuri Balakrishna congratulated all newly appointed AP FDC members and emphasized the collective responsibility of rebuilding and strengthening the film industry in Andhra Pradesh. He stated that Andhra Pradesh has always been a major contributor to Telugu cinema collections and possesses excellent shooting locations across the state. Balakrishna said the government and people of Andhra Pradesh would extend full support for film shootings and industry development. He urged all members to utilize their experience and work actively toward reviving theatres, encouraging quality cinema, and ensuring the growth of the Telugu film industry in the state. He concluded by expressing confidence that Andhra Pradesh would soon emerge as a strong filmmaking destination with continued support for arts and cinema.Representatives from the Telugu film industry, including members of film associations, the Producers Council, and various departments from all 24 crafts, along with distributors and exhibitors, attended the event and extended their heartfelt congratulations to all the newly appointed AP FDC members.&nbsp;

AP FDC Swearing-In Ceremony

AP FDC Swearing-In Ceremony Held in Vijayawada in Presence of Balakrishna and Kandula Durgesh

Pan India Star Prabhas according to the sources is readying a dream mansion in Hyderabad. Inside talk is Prabhas has acquired two acres of land in the financial district of Hyderabad and he is now buildig his dream mansion. According to the latest, the cost of the poperty is Rs 80crs per acre.It is known that Prabhas has a guest house in Raidurgam but as it is becoming busy, Prabhas decided to construct an expansive mansion. The land Prabhas acquired is near Kokapet ORR Exit and is the central point with easy accessibility to across Hyderabad. It will take two years for his dream mansion to get ready.Apart from it, Prabhas also invested in farm lands over the last five years in Hyderabad and these rates are now at high rates. Prabhas is currently busy with projects like Fauji, Spirit, Kalki 2898 AD sequel and Salaar sequel.&nbsp;

Prabhas readying his dream mansion

Prabhas coming up with a posh mansion

Ananya Panday's Chand Mera Dil directed by &nbsp;Vivek Singh and produced by Dharma Productions hit the screens recently.Ananya Panday played the role of the daughter of a Bharat Natyam dancer and she was seen performing on the stage. The video of her stage performance is now getting trolled by the netizens.An X user, who shared the clip online, commented, "Someone needs to stop Ananya Pandey ji before she further destroys Bharatanatyam. That audacity to have Nataraja idol in the background and perform like this...(sic)."A second user said, "#AnanyaPandey literally turned a 2000-year-old glorious legacy of Classical Bharatanatyam into a complete joke on screen. I wouldn’t be surprised if someone files a case against Ananya in the future over this Cringe."A third user said, "Bharatanatyam survived empires, invasions, and centuries but then Ananya Panday arrived in 2026 and said, “my turn".Another user commented, "Bharatnatyam evolved in 200 BCE and ended with Ananya Pandey in 2026. @ananyapandayy Why did you do this? What enmity do you have with Indian culture and the people who watch films? Please stop acting and have mercy on US."Well known Bharat Natyam dancer Anita Ratnam came down heavily in the following post.Watching this clip felt like Bharatanatyam being held hostage by a catastrophic misunderstanding of the form.Somewhere between the flailing arms and random camera moves, the dance quietly packed its bags and exited the building.Bharatanatyam is built on technique, control, tradition, geometry, musicality and emotional depth. This clip treats it like a wedding sangeet filmed during a mild earthquake.The tragedy is not that it is BAD. Bad can sometimes be charming. The tragedy is the complete confidence with which it bulldozes through centuries of sophistication, training, dedication and devotion while appearing utterly unaware that ADAVUS are not optional suggestions.This is choreography by algorithmic panic - and Lord Nataraja is suffering this abomination.

Ananya Panday trolled for insulting Bharat Natyam

Netizens blast Ananya Panday for insulting Lord Nataraja

The Priyasakhi song promo from EPIC First Semester is out now on Aditya Music. The full lyrical video of this second single will release tomorrow, May 26, 2026, at 11:08 AM. The promo shows a sweet and romantic glimpse of lead actors Anand Deverakonda and Vaishnavi Chaitanya. Music is by Hesham Abdul Wahab and the film is produced by Sithara Entertainments. The song is said to capture simple and real moments of love. Fans are waiting to see the full video after the fresh visuals in the promo.The film’s first single Sancharame became a big success online. The track got millions of views and was trending on music platforms for weeks. Hesham Abdul Wahab’s soulful tune and the fresh pairing of Anand and Vaishnavi worked well with the audience. Sancharame showed the fun and light side of college life. Now with Priyasakhi, the team is bringing a deeper romantic mood. The song is expected to repeat the same success.EPIC First Semester is a Telugu romantic drama directed by Aditya Haasan. This film brings back the hit Baby pair Anand Deverakonda and Vaishnavi Chaitanya. The story is set in London and Bournemouth University. It follows Rohan, a middle class boy who goes abroad for studies under family pressure. He meets Kadali, a strong and independent girl. The film talks about student life, love, friendship, and finding your own identity in a new country.The movie is produced by Suryadevara Naga Vamsi and Sai Soujanya under Sithara Entertainments and Fortune Four Cinemas. Aditya Haasan is making his debut as a director with this film. The music album is already getting strong buzz because of Hesham Abdul Wahab’s work. After Sancharame’s success, Priyasakhi is set to add more hype to the film. The team has shot key parts of the film in real UK locations to keep the look authentic.

Pure Love Nothing But Love In Epic Second Song Promo

Priyasakhi Song From EPIC First Semester Drops Tomorrow After Sancharame Hit

Action King Arjun Sarja, Preeti Mukundan, and Abhirami starrer Blast Zone is ready for a massive theatrical release on May 28. The action entertainer is directed by Subhash K Raj and produced by AGS Entertainment. Music is by KGF fame Ravi Basrur. Happening Banner Sithara Entertainments is releasing the film on a grand scale across Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. The team held a big press meet on Monday at Park Hyatt Hyderabad to share details about the film. The trailer has already got a huge response from fans in both Tamil and Telugu.Speaking at the event, Arjun Sarja said Blast Zone is a very special film for him. The story gives a strong message about fighting injustice and giving courage to women. The film mixes women empowerment with full commercial elements. Preeti Mukundan and Abhirami did tough action scenes after martial arts training. He praised Ravi Basrur’s background score and said every department has done great work. Arjun added that the film will not feel like a dubbed movie and every character will connect with the audience. He is confident people will enjoy Blast Zone in theatres.Actress Abhirami said she is very happy to be part of this mass entertainer. This is the first time she did such an intense role and action blocks. She worked hard and took special training for the film. The visuals, music, and fights in Blast Zone make it a complete theatre experience. Preeti Mukundan thanked fans for the great response to the Telugu trailer. She believes the film will be a big hit in Telugu also and thanked Sithara Entertainments for the wide release.Director Subhash K Raj said fans will see vintage Arjun sir in this movie. He said Preeti Mukundan and Abhirami gave strong performances. After the trailer response, he knows expectations are high and promised the film will be even better. Associate Creative Producer Aishwarya Kalpathi also thanked Sithara Entertainments and said the team is sure that Telugu audiences will support the film. Blast Zone is made with a high budget and has major action episodes shot in Hyderabad and Chennai. &nbsp;

Happening Banner To Release Arjun Blast Zone

Arjun Sarja Blast Zone Set For Big Release On May 28 

Bollywood star Akshay Kumar is working on a new film called Samuk. It is an alien thriller directed by Kanishk Varma. Akshay is also producing the movie with Vipul Amrutlal Shah and Ashin Shah. This film brings Akshay and Vipul back together after 12 years. The team wants to build a scary alien world using top technology and help from Hollywood experts. People from big films like Mission Impossible The Final Reckoning and Venom are part of the crew.Samuk has many international technicians on board. Stunt coordinator Luke Tumber is leading the action team. He has worked on Mission Impossible The Final Reckoning, Venom, and Star Wars The Rise of Skywalker. Luke said the film mixes global stunt skills with strong storytelling and real action. Akshay said he loved the script of Samuk. He added that a sci fi alien thriller is a new genre for him and for Indian films. He is very excited to try it.The movie is also focusing on real creature effects instead of only CGI. The alien character is made by Academy Award nominated effects artist Alec Gillis. He is known for work on the Alien series, Predator films, Smile 2, and Tremors. Alec said he and Kanishk designed a unique alien horror character. He feels happy that directors still value hand made monsters in the time of CGI and AI.Samuk is a rare Indian film that aims for large scale alien horror with global quality. The shoot will happen in India and at overseas locations with heavy VFX work. The makers plan to release it in Hindi and other languages for a worldwide audience. Fans are excited to see Akshay in a new kind of role that mixes sci fi, horror, and action.

Akshay Kumar In Alien Thriller

Akshay Kumar Tries Alien Thriller Genre with New Film Samuk

The rental and precentage sharing issue which became a stumbling block between the producers, distributors and the exhibitors, reached its dead end.Many expected that the issue will be resolved amicably after the parties concerned agreed for the formation of committees after the meeting at the Film Chamber. However, just ten days before the Ram Charan's Peddi release, exhibitors started demanding percenage issue and now the controversy reached Mega Star Chiranjeevi.Exhibitors will be meeting Chiranjeevi today at 4 PM and hold discussions on the precentage system. It is coming out that they are unhappy with the recommendations of the committee constituted by the Film Chamber. The committee sought time till June end to resolve the precentage issue but exhibitors are having nothing of it.They are demanding that they should come up with some precentage even if it means lesser than that of the multiplexes and that should happen before the release of Peddi. During the Satudary meeting Exhibitors told that they are not against Peddi or targeting them but they have been demanding percentage system for more than a &nbsp;year and if Chiranjeevi gives time, they will apprise him of their problems.Producers however says that already they have spent 70-80% on the 25 films currently in the production and after their release, they will go for percentage system. Peddi producer Vankat Satish Kilaru apprised Ram Charan about the protests of the exhibitors. Many feel with Chiranjeevi's involvement, the issue may get resolved amicably.&nbsp;

Can Mega Star pacify Exhibitors

Exhibitors controversy reach Chiranjeevi

Karthi is one of the most loved actors in South cinema today. He is the younger son of veteran actor Sivakumar and younger brother of star hero Suriya. Karthi did not enter films as an actor first. He started his career as an assistant director to Mani Ratnam. In 2007 he became a lead actor with Paruthiveeran. His raw and honest performance won many awards and huge praise. That film made him a star overnight.First Hits and Telugu ConnectAfter Paruthiveeran, Karthi acted in Aayirathil Oruvan and Paiyaa. Aayirathil Oruvan became a cult film. Paiyaa was a big hit at the box office. All three films were dubbed in Telugu and did very well. Naan Mahaan Alla came as Naa Peru Siva in Telugu and became a hit too. These early dubbed films gave Karthi a strong market in Telugu states. He even learned Telugu and started dubbing for himself.Rise as a Star and ComebacksKarthi became a top hero with Siruthai, the Tamil remake of Vikramarkudu. It was a huge blockbuster. He faced some failures with Saguni, Alex Pandian, and All In All Azhagu Raja. But he came back strong with Biriyani, the much praised Madras, and the rural action film Komban. He then did the Telugu Tamil bilingual Oopiri with Nagarjuna. The film made him very close to Telugu fans.Blockbusters and Pan India GrowthAfter a few lows like Kaashmora and Kaatru Veliyidai called Cheliyaa in Telugu, Karthi gave two big hits. Theeran Adhigaaram Ondru known as Khakee and Kaithi were blockbusters. Kadaikutty Singam, released as Chinna Babu in Telugu, was produced by his brother Suriya and became a big success. Films like Sulthan and Sardar took his image to the next level. His role as Vanthiyathevan in Ponniyin Selvan was loved by all and the film became an industry hit in Tamil.Recent Films and New PhaseKarthi faced setbacks with Japan and Vaa Vaathiyaare. But he earned respect again with Meiyazhagan. The film got cult status for its simple and emotional story. Karthi proved again that he can shine in all kinds of roles. From fun roles to serious cop roles to village dramas, he does it all with ease. That is why fans call him a natural and versatile actor.Upcoming Films Sardar 2 and Karthi 30Karthi is now ready with two big projects. First is Sardar 2 directed by PS Mithran. The birthday poster showed Karthi in a yellow dhoti with temple drums and a festival look. It hints at a new rural angle for the spy series. The film is produced by Prince Pictures and will release in Tamil, Telugu, Hindi, Malayalam, and Kannada in 2026. Second is Karthi 30, a Telugu Tamil bilingual film with director Kalyan Shankar. Sithara Entertainments is producing it. This film is said to be a fresh entertainer for Karthi. With these two films, he is set for a strong comeback. CineJosh wishes Karthi a very happy birthday and huge success for all his upcoming movies.

Karthi From Assistant Director To Versatile Star

Happy Birthday To Natural and Versatile Star Karthi 

Harsith Reddy who made his debut with Samantha's Subham is now coming to entertain movie lovers with his next film, a romantic entertainer titled Deewana. The film stars Smeha Manimegalai as a female lead, who is set to make her entry into Tollywwood. The film is directed by Srikanth Sangishetty and it marks his debut.The film's promotions are reaching the next level and the songs and the teaser got good response from the movie lovers. According to the latest, the makers confirmed the film's release date. The film will be releasing on 19 June 2026 and confirmed the same by releasing a new poster.In the new poster both the lead pair is seen looking at eachother adoringly. The film comes with the tagline ' One Side Love-Sasthunna-Masthuntadhi'.Vasudev Koppineni and Sridevi Kraympudi are producing the film in a prestigious manner under Arha Media and V Studios.The music for the film is tuned by Eswar Chand. &nbsp;

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