Exciting reports are coming that sizzling beauty Samantha landed in a crazy project and she will be romancing Salman Khan in his next project.\r\nIt is known for Salman Khan is starring in a super hero film and it will be bankrolled by Telugu producer Dil Raju. The project is planned by Raj and DK. Inside talk is Samantha, wife of Raj Nidamoru will be the female lead in the film.\r\nInside talk is the makers are considering Nayanthara and Samantha as the female lead. A source shares &ldquo;Samantha is very much in the conversation. She shares a strong creative equation with the makers, and they feel she fits the part.&rdquo;\r\nRaj and DK are planning to take the project to sets in August this year. A source reportedly shared, &ldquo;Nayanthara has emerged as the frontrunner for the female lead, though talks are ongoing. It will be a pan-India action entertainer, and should roll by April.&rdquo;\r\nVamsi Paidipally is touted to direct the project.&nbsp;

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Samantha to romance Salman

Samantha lands in Salman Khan project

Pawan Kalyan\'s Ustaad Bhagat Singh directed by Harish Shankar is releasing on 19 March 2026.\r\nThe film\'s promotions are increasing the interest levels and in the meantime, Harish Shankar spoke about the special song. Rumours spread that the makers would rope in top Bollywood actress would be roped in for the song.\r\nUnder these circumstances, Harish Shankar said they decided against the special song so as not to tarnish the image of Pawan Kalyan as he is now the Dy CM of Andhra Pradesh. He went on to add that he cannot show Pawan Kalyan running round a beautiful girl and dancing with her in a special song.\r\nHe said the third single would be released soon. The film stars Sreeleela and Raashi Khanna as the female lead. Devi Sri Prasad scored the music and Thaman the background music.&nbsp;

UBS done away with special song

Why Harish Shankar did away with special song in Ustaad Bhagat Singh

Young hero Bellamkonda Sreenivas got engaged to Kavya Reddy. The engagement turned out to be a close knit ceremony and it was attended only by close friends including director Boyapati Sreenu, actress Samyuktha (his co-star of Haindava), and filmmaker Anil Ravipudi.\r\nSai Sreenivas and Kavya Reddy were in relationship for quite sometime. The duo are expected to announce the wedding date soon. Sai Sreenivas introduced her fiancee to everyone by sharing the snaps and with the following post.\r\n\"To my Kavyaamma, Life has its own beautiful timing.. and mine bought you into my world. Thank you for coming into my life, believing in me at right time, filling my days with positivity and countless smiles !! Will make sure that every smile on your face will never fade away I can\'t wait for our forever together With love,Sreeni\r\nAnd to everyone asking, this was not an engagement, just a small family announcement. The Celebrations are yet to begin, and the dates will be announced soon. Your love and support mean the world to me. \"\r\n<div></div>

BSS gets engaged, introduces her fiancee

Bellamkonda Sreenivas engaged to Kavya

Allu Arjun on the International Womens Day surprised his mother Nirmala by presenting her a luxurious Lexus car.\r\nAllu Arjun shared the pictures of him along with her mother in the car and they showed his mother turning extremely emotional. Even earlier Allu Arjun surprised his wife Sneha Reddy with a car on their wedding anniversary.\r\nAllu Arjun\'s gesture is winning the hearts of all. On the professional front, Allu Arjun is busy with high profile projects with star directors Atlee and Lokesh Kanagaraj. He is also in talks with various star directors for his upcoming projects.\r\nApart from it, movie lovers are also waiting for Pushpa The Rampage, the third in the successful franchise of Pushpa. Allu Arjun will also inaugurate his Allu Cinemas at Kokapet with CM Revanth Reddy being the chief guest.&nbsp;

Icon Star surprises his mom 

Allu Arjun surprises mom with car on Womens Day

Ravi Teja\'s comedy-drama Bhartha Mahasayulaku Wignyapthi is set to premiere on ZEE5 on March 13, 2026. The film, directed by Kishore Tirumala, was released during Sankranti and received mixed reviews. It features Dimple Hayathi and Ashika Ranganath as the female leads.\r\nThe story revolves around a man\'s professional trip that turns chaotic, exploring themes of relationships and emotions. Tirumala crafted the script based on an idea by Ravi Teja, who wanted to play a character torn between two women. The film promises relatable conflicts, dynamic performances, and entertaining narrative style.\r\nThe cast praised the film\'s unique blend of humor and emotional core. Ravi Teja highlighted the film\'s relatability, while Ashika Ranganath appreciated her character\'s depth. Dimple Hayathi found the movie honest and entertaining, exploring human relationships.\r\nBhartha Mahasayulaku Wignyapthi will be available in Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam on ZEE5, catering to a broader South Indian audience. The film\'s engaging storyline and performances make it an enjoyable for fans.

BMW Locks OTT Arrival Date

Bhartha Mahasayulaku Wignyapthi Digital Premiere On This Date

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;

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"

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