Power Star Pawan Kalyan\'s film Ustaad Bhagat Singh is racing for a spectacular release on 19 March 2026. The film is locking horns with Ranveer Singh\'s Dhurandhar The Revenge which is releasing on the same day.\r\nExpectations are high on the film as the film is the sequel to the hit film Dhurandhar. In the midst of all this, Pawan Kalyan\'s Ustaad Bhagat Singh opened strong at the North America box office. In the advanced sales, the film made $80k and is still going strong.\r\nNow all eyes are on the Indian bookings which will open soon. Currently the film\'s dubbing is underway and post production activities are in full sing. The film stars Raashi Khanna and Sreeleela as the female leads while the music is tuned by Devi Sri Prasad and background music by Thaman.\r\nThe film is bankrolled on Mythri Movie Makers banner.&nbsp;

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UBS gets headstart in NA

Ustaad Bhagat Singh opens strong in North America

The makers of EPIC - FIRST SEMESTER have dropped the first single \"Sancharame,\" a soulful track that captures the emotional journey of the lead characters. Penned by Goreti Venkanna, the song beautifully blends Telugu poetry with heartfelt storytelling, contrasting desi roots and videshi life.\r\nThe track is melodiously sung by Hesham Abdul Wahab and Goreti Venkanna, with music composed by Hesham Abdul Wahab. The visuals showcase stunning London landscapes, blending international vibes with Telugu charm. Anand Deverakonda and Vaishnavi Chaitanya\'s on-screen chemistry adds to the song\'s charm, reuniting after their blockbuster Baby.\r\nEPIC - FIRST SEMESTER marks Aditya Haasan\'s feature film directorial debut, bringing together a promising cast and crew. Produced by Suryadevara Naga Vamsi and Sai Soujanya under Sithara Entertainments and Fortune Four Cinemas, the film promises a refreshing and emotionally rich love story.\r\nThe film captures the innocence, conflicts, and unspoken emotions of young hearts, set against vibrant international landscapes. With its soulful music and charming cast, EPIC - FIRST SEMESTER is expected to be a hit.

EPIC 1st Single Is A Beautiful Cultural Fusion

EPIC FIRST SEMESTER First Single Sancharame Strikes a Soulful Note

Jana Nayagan re certification cancelled. Things are not going in favor of Thalapathy Vijay on all fronts. His film Jana Nayagan, touted to be his last film is facing numerous hurdles.\r\nToday the film\'s re certification had to happen at the CBFC. But CBFC cancelled it giving the makers a huge shock. The scheduled re censor was cancelled at the last minute as a member of the Censor Board fell ill. A fresh date will be conveyed to the makers in the coming days.\r\nA committee will review the film and will decide on the film\'s censor certification. The film stars Pooja Hegde as the female lead with H.Vinoth being the director.\r\nThe music for the film is tuned by Anirudh Ravichander and it stars Bobby Deol, Prakash Raj, Priyamani, Gautham Vasudev Menon, and Mamitha Baiju in key roles. Earlier the makers were expecting a positive outcome from the today\'s screening following which they felt they could decide on the film\'s release date.\r\n<div></div>

Jana Nayagan re certification cancelled

Jana Nayagan Censor gets last minute shock

Vijay Devarakonda has multiple projects, can he shake BO. Rowdy Star Vijay Devarakonda created a sensation with films like Pelli Chupulu, Geetha Govindam and Arjun Reddy.\r\nBut from then on, despite his sincere efforts he failed to set the screens on fire. Currently he has numerous projects and now the question is can he shake the box office after his marriage. It is known that he recently married Rashmika Mandanna at Udaipur, Rajasthan.\r\nA source shares Vijay Devarakonda starts shooting for Ranabali along with his wife Rashmika from 12 March. The film is helmed by Rahul Sankarthiyan. The film is set for release on 11 Sep 2026.\r\nApart from it, he has Rowdy Janardhan under the direction of Ravi Kiran Kola. The film will be releasing next year. A source shares \"Apart from these two projects, Vijay has signed two more films. One will be directed by Vikram Kumar and produced by UV Creations. Interestingly, the idea was initially pitched to Nithiin, but the project eventually landed with Vijay Deverakonda.\"\r\nThe source continued \"The actor will also work with Hi Nanna fame director Shouryuv for another film. This project will be jointly produced by KVN Productions and Hi Nanna producer Vijendar Reddy. Shouryuv was earlier supposed to direct Nani, but after waiting for a long time, he approached Vijay Deverakonda with a fresh script and received his approval.\"\r\nInside talk is Vijay Devarakonda will also be signing couple of more projects. The source adds \"Vijay Deverakonda is said to be in discussions for two more films that are expected to be announced next year.\"\r\nA director shares &ldquo;Vijay Deverakonda now needs to deliver a blockbuster to regain his winning streak. From Liger to Family Star, several of his films failed at the box office due to weak plots and poor execution. However, he has a strong lineup of upcoming films to bounce back, and it remains to be seen which one will click with the audience.&rdquo;

Can VD blast the BO after marriage

Vijay Devarakonda has multiple projects, can he shake BO

The wait is finally over for Alia Bhatt and Sharvari\'s highly anticipated film, Alpha. The makers have announced that the movie will hit theatres on July 10, 2026. The official Instagram handle of Yash Raj Films shared a teaser poster featuring Alia Bhatt\'s bruised look, creating a sense of intrigue and intensity.\r\nThe poster showcases Alia Bhatt and Sharvari going toe-to-toe against Bobby Deol in a brutal showdown. Alpha marks Alia\'s first film with Yash Raj Films and is touted as India\'s first female-led action film. The movie is directed by Shiv Rawail, known for his work on The Railway Men, and produced by Aditya Chopra.\r\nAlpha was initially scheduled to release on December 25, 2025, but was postponed to April 17, 2026, due to VFX work. The film promises to deliver action sequences that audiences have never seen before, with Alia and Sharvari pulling off intense stunts.\r\nThe film\'s cast includes Anil Kapoor and Bobby Deol in pivotal roles, with Hrithik Roshan making a cameo appearance as Kabir. Alpha is part of the YRF Spy Universe, which has produced successful franchises like Pathaan and War.&nbsp;\r\nWith the release date confirmed, fans are eagerly waiting to see Alia Bhatt and Sharvari\'s action-packed performance. The teaser of Alpha was unveiled as post credit scenes in YRF last year spy verse film WAR 2 starring Hrithik Roshan and NTR.

Finally YRF Locks Date For Alpha

Alia Bhatt and Sharvari starrer Alpha locked for July 10 theatrical release

Priyamani on her bikini scene in Drona. Priyamani is not only known for her redhot looks and glamor feast but also for her performance oriented roles.\r\nShe in her hay days donned bikini in Telugu film Drona opposite Nithiin under the direction of Karun Kumar. Priyamani said &ldquo;At that time I agreed to do it without thinking too much. I felt it was part of experimenting as an actor,&rdquo;\r\nShe added \"the filmmaker wanted to present the sequence in a style similar to the glamorous look of Kareena Kapoor in the Bollywood film Tashan.\"\r\nShe pointed out \"In real life many people wear swimsuits or bikinis at beaches and swimming pools, especially abroad, so she did not see it as something unusual for a poolside scene in a movie\"\r\nProducer of the film DS.Rao also rubbished rumours that he pressurized or paid more for Priyamani for the bikini act. He said she readily agreed and this turned out to be the highlight in the film. He said when director told her that they are planning to make her wear a bikni if she agrees and also shoot a special song, she went into her caravan and held discussions with her mother and in five minutes agreed to do it.&nbsp;

Priyamani on her bikini act

Priyamani on her bikini scene in Drona

Tollywood Celebs congratulate T-20 Champs. Team India won the T-20 World Cup 2026, crushing New Zealand in the finals by 96 runs.
While India scored a mammoth 255/5 in 20 overs, New Zealand was all-out for just 159 in 19 overs. People celebrated the victory and celebrities from all walks of life congratulated Team India.
Tollywood celebrities congratulated Team India and here are few of them.
Chiranjeevi
"Congratulations to Team India on lifting the T20 World Cup 2026! A remarkable journey filled with grit, passion and outstanding teamwork throughout the tournament. A truly memorable victory that has made the entire nation proud!"
Rajamouli
"CHAMPIONS. AGAIN. Sanju, Bumrah, Dube, Ishan. What a solid performance. Salute to Team India! JAI HIND."
NTR
"This is how our Men in Blue showed up with calm, composure and dominance throughout the tournament &hellip; and brought the trophy home again and created history&hellip; Congratulations Team India . The nation will sleep well tonight."
Mahesh Babu
"What was that!!! A magnificent testimony to Team India&rsquo;s dominance unleashing full beast mode to bring it home for 1.4 billion hearts&hellip; Exemplary performances from Samson, Abhishek, Ishan, Dube , Bumrah, Axar and everyone who made this unforgettable&hellip;. Congratulations Team India. History keeps turning its pages with glory for the nation."
Ram Charan
"The champions stay champions. Defending the T20 World Cup in style with fearless, aggressive cricket. What a team. What a moment for India"

T wood celebrates Team India success

Tollywood Celebs congratulate T-20 Champs

Mahesh finishes Georgia schedule for Varanasi. Mahesh Babu\'s upcoming project Varanasi is progressing at a&nbsp; brisk pace under the direction of Rajamouli.\r\nIt is known that the makers have been shooting important scenes in the exotic locations of Georgia. According to the latest, it is coming out that Mahesh Babu completed the Georgia schedule. He returned back from Georgia to Hyderabad.\r\nThe film\'s next schedule will be in Antarctica. The film will soon becoming the fifth film across the world to be shot at Antarctica and the first Indian film in the process.\r\nA source sharing more details about Antarctica schedule said&nbsp; &ldquo;Earlier films shot in Antarctica include The Thing, Eight Below, Encounters at the End of the World, and Antarctica: A Year on Ice. Now, Varanasi joins this elite club as the fifth film to be shot there&mdash;and the first from India.&rdquo;\r\nVaranasi has already been filmed across Kenya, South Africa, and several other major overseas locations, underlining the massive scale and global vision of the project.\r\nPriyanka Chopra is the female lead and Prithviraj Sukumaran, Prakash Raj are playing&nbsp; important roles in the film. The music for the film is scored by&nbsp; Keeravani and the film is releasing on 7 April 2027.&nbsp;

Varanasi: Mahesh done with Georgia

Mahesh finishes Georgia schedule for Varanasi

The youthful romantic drama Couple Friendly, starring Santosh Soban and Manasa Varanasi, is set to make its OTT debut on Netflix on March 13, 2026. The film was released in theaters on Valentine\'s Day (February 14) and received positive reviews from critics and audiences alike. Directed by Ashwin Chandrasekhar, the movie tells a unique love story that deviates from the usual boy-meets-girl narrative.\r\nCouple Friendly features a talented cast, including Rajiv Kanakala, Yogi Babu, and Goparaju Ramana, and is produced by Ajay Kumar Raju P under UV Concepts and VR Global Media. The film\'s music is composed by Aditya Ravindran. Manasa Varanasi, who plays Mithra, said the movie has elements that will appeal to family audiences, making it a great watch for everyone.&nbsp;\r\nThe story revolves around Shiva (Santosh Soban), a young interior designer, and Mithra (Manasa Varanasi), an aspiring IT professional, who come from different worlds and move to Chennai. Their journey is filled with relatable moments, heartfelt emotions, and soulful music. The film\'s cinematography, editing, and background score have been widely praised.&nbsp;\r\nCouple Friendly will be available in multiple languages, including Telugu and Tamil, on Netflix. The film\'s OTT release is expected to give it a wider audience, especially since it received a positive response from critics and audiences. With its engaging storyline, strong performances, and beautiful music, Couple Friendly is a must-watch for romance lovers.&nbsp;

Feel Good Love Story Locks OTT Date

Couple Friendly To Stream On OTT From This Date

Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar 2 has kicked off its advance booking on a strong note, with over 1.2 lakh tickets sold and a whopping Rs 15 crore earned from paid premieres. The film, directed by Aditya Dhar, is set to release on March 19, with special paid premieres on March 18.&nbsp;

The response has been overwhelming, with BookMyShow reporting 87,810 tickets sold within the first 24 hours. Trade analyst Taran Adarsh highlighted the impressive pace of ticket sales, with around 7,500 tickets sold per hour soon after bookings opened. The film's strong start is expected to continue, with multiplexes introducing a premium ticket category, Super Blockbuster Plus, priced up to Rs 2,500.

Dhurandhar 2 is the sequel to the successful Dhurandhar, which earned Rs 838.5 crore in India and Rs 1,303.35 crore worldwide. The film brings back Ranveer Singh, Arjun Rampal, Sanjay Dutt, and Rakesh Bedi, and continues the story of an undercover Indian intelligence agent.

With paid premiere shows collecting Rs 15 crore, including block seats, Dhurandhar 2 is poised to break records. The film's success is expected to rival top-grossing films like Jawan and Pathaan.

Dhurandhar 2 Bookings On Fire

Dhurandhar The Revenge Has Already Crossed 1 Million Advance Ticket Sales

The popular comedy franchise Welcome is set to return with its fourth instalment, Welcome 4, with scripting already underway. Nana Patekar, Anil Kapoor, and Paresh Rawal are likely to reprise their beloved roles as Uday Shetty, Majnu Bhai, and Dr Ghungroo, respectively.\r\nProducer Firoz A Nadiadwala has reportedly started developing the script, with the writing team working on a completely new story that organically weaves in the iconic characters. The script is currently in an advanced stage of development, with plans to introduce new comic antagonists, played by top leading actors.&nbsp;\r\nInterestingly, Paresh Rawal will also appear in the upcoming third instalment, Welcome to the Jungle, but in a different role. The film is scheduled to release on June 26, 2026, and is nearing completion, with only one song left to be shot.\r\nThe Welcome franchise has been a staple of Bollywood comedy since 2007, with the first film combining crime, chaos, and laughter. The success of Welcome and Welcome Back has set high expectations for Welcome 4, with fans eagerly awaiting the return of the beloved trio. With the script taking shape, fans can expect a fresh and hilarious take on the franchise, with the original cast and new comic villains.&nbsp;

Welcome 4 In Works

Blockbuster Bollywood Franchise Welcome Returning For Fourth Installment

Anirudh Ravichander is set to make history with his â‚¹25 crore remuneration for AA23, the highly anticipated film starring Allu Arjun and directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj. This staggering amount makes him the highest-paid music director in Indian cinema, reflecting his soaring demand and chart-topping success.\r\nAnirudh\'s collaboration with Allu Arjun and Lokesh Kanagaraj is a dream team-up, promising an unforgettable musical experience. The \"23 Theme\" released on January 14, 2026, has already gone viral, showcasing Anirudh\'s prowess in creating mass-appeal songs and viral background scores.\r\nWith hits like Jailer and Leo, Anirudh has dominated streaming charts, making him the go-to composer for pan-Indian projects. His ability to deliver chart-topping albums has cemented his position as a music maestro.\r\nThe film\'s announcement video, featuring the catchy \"23 Theme,\" has generated immense hype, with fans eagerly awaiting the complete album. The track\'s success is a testament to Anirudh\'s talent and his ability to create viral sensations. AA23 promises to be a cinematic extravaganza, bringing together two of South India\'s biggest stars. With Anirudh\'s â‚¹25 crore remuneration, expectations are sky-high for the music, and fans can\'t wait to experience the magic.

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