Young Tiger NTR scored a hit with mass entertainer Devara 1. The film directed by Koratala Shiva starred Janhvi Kapoor and Saif Ali Khan in key roles. The film marked Janhvi\'s debut in south especially in Telugu.\r\nNTR entertained all with his powerpacked performance in Devara 1 and the film generated immense hype as it happened to be NTR\'s first after the sensation of RRR. Now it is coming out that Koratala Shiva is getting ready to start the script for the film\'s second part.\r\nHe along with his writers held discussions on including powerful scenes and screenplay for many weeks. Koratala plans to include numerous twists and turns to show the Face of Fear of NTR in the film. He also is keen to elevate the character of Janhvi which was criticised for lopsided in the first half.\r\nNTR meanwhile is busy with War 2 and also has his next with Prashant Neel.\r\n<div></div>

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Koratala gets going with Devara 2

Koratala Shiva starts working for Devara 2

Thandel\'s second song, Namo Namah Shivaya (Shiva Shakti), has been postponed due to Allu Arjun\'s recent controversy surrounding the Pushpa 2 premiere stampede accident. The incident led to Allu Arjun\'s brief detention, occupying the team\'s attention.\r\nThe song, featuring Sai Pallavi\'s impressive dance sequence, was expected to boost the film\'s promotion. However, the unforeseen circumstances have pushed its release to January, with the film\'s release planned for a month later.\r\nAllu Aravind\'s Geetha Arts is producing Thandel, and the team remains confident about the song\'s potential, considering it a major asset. Despite the delay, fans eagerly await the song\'s YouTube release.\r\nThe postponement reflects the indirect impact of Allu Arjun\'s controversy on Thandel. As the situation unfolds, the team will provide further updates on the song\'s release and the film\'s progress.

Thandel Faces Delay Due to AA Controversy

Reason Behind Postponement Of Thandel Song

Sunny Deol\'s Gadar 3 is generating buzz with reports confirming Nana Patekar as the villain. The film marks Sunny\'s continuation of the iconic Tara Singh character. Following Gadar 2\'s monstrous success, Sunny Deol has received numerous offers, including Jatt, Lahore: 1947, Ramayana, Border 2, and Gadar 3.\r\nNana Patekar\'s involvement was hinted at during an interview with Lallantop, suggesting his character and Sunny\'s belong to different worlds. Director Anil Sharma expressed enthusiasm about Patekar\'s potential addition. However, Patekar clarified that nothing has been confirmed yet.\r\nAmeesha Patel, who reprised her role as Sakina in Gadar 2, has declined playing a mother-in-law on screen, even for Rs 100 crore. Director Anil Sharma had suggested embracing age progression, citing late actress Nargis Dutta\'s example in Mother India. Ameesha resisted, stating Sakina\'s character isn\'t a mother-in-law.\r\nGadar 3\'s storyline remains under wraps, but Ameesha\'s refusal to play a mother-in-law has sparked curiosity. With Nana Patekar\'s potential involvement and Ameesha\'s stance, fans eagerly await updates on the film\'s direction and casting.

Interesting Details About Gadar 3

Nana Patekar In And Ameesha Patel Out From Gadar 3

Rashmika Mandanna, India\'s National Crush, is considering shifting her base from Hyderabad to Mumbai to focus on Bollywood projects. Her impressive 2023 included Tamil hit Varisu (Rs. 300 crores) and Bollywood debut Animal (Rs. 900 crores).\r\nIn 2024, Rashmika starred in Pushpa 2: The Rule, earning Rs. 621 crores in 15 days in the Hindi market. She\'s now one of India\'s busiest stars, with Bollywood films Cocktail 2 (with Shahid Kapoor) and Sikandar (with Salman Khan) lined up.\r\nRashmika remains committed to South Indian cinema, completing Kubera and The Girlfriend in Telugu. Her reunion with Vijay Deverakonda is also anticipated. Mumbai\'s proximity to Bollywood filmmakers will facilitate collaborations.\r\nWith multiple offers and brand endorsements, Rashmika is poised to dominate both Bollywood and South Indian industries. Her strategic move enhances her accessibility for Hindi cinema projects.

Rashmika Shifting Her Base

Rashmika Moves From Hyderabad To Mumbai 

Actress Shruti Haasan has exited Adivi Sesh's "Dacoit" due to "uncomfortable work conditions," contradicting initial scheduling conflict reports. A source revealed Haasan's discomfort stemmed from the co-star's excessive script involvement and dual direction, making the workplace unbearable.

Mrunal Thakur replaced Haasan, with the makers unveiling a poster and teaser on December 17. "Dacoit: A Love Story" is an action-packed drama starring Adivi Sesh and Thakur as estranged lovers.

Shruti Haasan is currently filming Lokesh Kanagaraj's "Coolie" alongside Rajinikanth. Her upcoming projects include Prabhas's "Salaar: Part 2 - Shouryanga Parvam" and "Chennai Story."

Haasan's departure from "Dacoit" sparked curiosity among fans. Reports suggest creative differences and on-set inconveniences influenced her decision, with some sources citing scheduling conflicts.

Reason Behind Shruti exit from Dacoit

Shruti Cites Uncomfortable Work Conditions As Reason For Her Exit From Dacoit

Prabhas is currently busy with interesting and exciting projects. He has Raja Saab which is in full swing under the direction of Maruthi and is busy with Fauji which is racing ahead under the direction of Hanu Raghavapudi. Apart from it, Prabhas has films like Spirit with Sandeep Reddy Vanga and has Salaar and Kalki 2898 AD sequels.\r\nPrabhas scored a hit with Salaar and all eyes on Salaar 2. Prashanth Neel is concentrating on Salaar and he already locked the script. It is known that Salaar first part featured Shruti Haasan as the female lead. Shruti\'s role is very less compared to regular female lead. Inside talk is even in Salaar 2, Shruti \'s role is limited.\r\nBuzz is the makers are planning to rope in Kiara Advani as he female lead. Sources share that Kiara will be the female lead and has more screentime. For long various directors planned to set Prabhas,Kiara Advani combo but they couldn\'t. This time however it is turning into a reality.&nbsp; With Salaar having more male cast, Prashant Neel is keen to increase glamor content through Kiara Advani.&nbsp;

Prabhas to enjoy with Kiara

Kiara Advani special in Prabhas Salaar

NTR is currently on a high scoring a hit with Devara. Movie lovers are waiting for the release of the second part of Devara directed by Koratala Shiva. Currently NTR is busy with his straight Bollywood project, War 2 which is in fullswing under the direction of Ayan Mukherjee. He is sharing screen presence with Hrithik Roshan in the film.\r\nNow reports are coming that NTR is planning projects with other language directors. After War 2, NTR will be starring in the direction of Prashant Neel of KGF and Salaar fame. The film is already under production and Prashanth Neel is keen to change his style by trying a new genre.\r\nKollywood directors Atlee and Vetri Maaran are showing interest in doing projects with NTR. NTR is keen to fast-track these projects as soon as possible. As he is shooting for War 2 in Mumbai,he is planning to meet few star Bollywood directors and finalise crazy projects.&nbsp;\r\n&nbsp;

NTR gearing up to tame Bollywood

NTR lining up crazy projects with Bollywood in mind

Mega Star Chiranjeevi of late is showing interest in teaming with young and happening directors. After the shock he received in form of Bhola Shankar, he decided to make a shift. Already he is starring in the direction of Mallidi Vasishta for a socio fantasy entertainer Vishwambhara and has his next projects lined up with directors Srikanth Odela and Anil Ravipudi.\r\nReports have it that he is also showing interest to star in the direction of Sandeep Reddy Vanga. Now speculation is increasing as to whether he will team with Kollywood director Mithran. Mithran scored a hit with Karthi\'s Sardar and readied a powerful story for Chiranjeevi and wanted to enter into Tollywood.\r\nHe narrated the line to Chiranjeevi and Chiranjeevi loved it. Mithran is now busy developing the story. He is now planning to narrate the story to Chiranjeevi who is currently extremely busy. The question is will Chiranjeevi give time to Mithran to narrate the story. Apart from it, Nani is also showing interest in starring in Mithran\'s direction.\r\nA top production house and a producer already opened a office and getting the script readied. They are planning to do the project with Nani making few changers if Chiranjeevi do not do the project .But Nani is also busy and what Mithran do is a million dollar question.\r\n<div></div>

Will Mega Star delight Sardar

Will Chiranjeevi team with Mithran

Adivi Sesh is known for his different genre entertainers and his realistic and natural taking on suspense thrillers is creating a niche for himself. He endeared himself to all with films like Goodachari and Hit-The Second Case. Now all eyes are on his upcoming projects G2 and Dacoit.\r\nHis upcoming film Dacoit is generating immense interest among movie lovers. Recently the makers released the pic of Mrunal Thakur confirming as the female lead. It is known that earlier reports came that Shruti Haasan was roped in as the female lead but she walked out of the project.\r\nThe makers maintained a stoic silence before finally confirming Mrunal Thakur as the female lead. This comes as a surprise as Shruti Haasan was not having any projects on hand to cite busy schedule as the reason. Some say her irregularity in the sets was one of the reason behind the female lead change.\r\nSources say with the decision, the makers saved lot of amount. Shruti demanded whopping Rs 3-3.5crs and she was paid Rs 50lakhs in advance. With her replaced, Mrunal is getting Rs 1-1.5crs. Thus the makers saved over Rs 2crs of budget in such manner.&nbsp;

Dacoit makes a lucky deal

Mrunal helps Dacoit with lucky deal

The relations between Mega and Allu family, especially their fans have hit the rock-bottom with Allu Arjun staying away from mega family functions and avoiding their names in public functions and social media.\r\nHowever, the arrest of Allu Arjun and the subsequent developments with Chiranjeevi, Naga Babu and others rushing in to Allu Arjun\'s house and consoling the family and Allu Arjun along with his family spending quality time with Chiranjeevi and Naga Babu brought in a new dimension to the entire episode.\r\nMany concluded that though outsiders try to create a wedge between Mega Family and Allu Family , they cannot divide the strong family bonding and values. But now startling revelations are coming out after a renowned astrologer examined Allu Arjun\'s horoscope.\r\nPopular astrologer Krishnamacharya said \" Mega family is one of the most influential and popular in the film industry. Mega Star Chiranjeevi ruled the industry as undisputed king. Allu Family played a key role directly and indirectly in Chiranjeevi\'s rise to stardom. Later four heroes from Mega family became top stars and Allu Arjun happens to be one.\r\nRecently Allu Arjun got embroiled in the controversies. If one examine the horoscope of Allu Arjun, he will continue his journey independently without anyone\'s support. So Allu and Mega family cannot be together and it will not be same like before in future. Konidela and Mega family fights and the gaps will reach the next level and the love and affection will be diminishing drastically. One or the other issue will create a wedge increasing the differences between both he families. While both the families has the power to rewrite the new history in Tollywood due to fate it will not happen and instead lead to their downfall.\r\nDestiny forces Allu Arjun or his family members to part ways from mega family and continue their journey singlehandedly. Allu Arjun will continue his journey and reach stardom without the mega family support creating a niche for himself and following different styles with his own Allu Army\"\r\n<div></div>

Mega-Allu Family Splits in Future

Sensational details in Allu Arjun horoscope

Director Kabir Khan, acclaimed for films like Bajrangi Bhaijaan and 83, is reuniting with commercial cinema through a collaboration with Karan Johar. Their upcoming action-packed thriller, produced by Dharma Productions, has garnered attention.\r\nRumors suggest Kabir Khan is considering Salman Khan or Vicky Kaushal as the lead. Both actors have reportedly expressed interest but await the final script. This project marks Kabir Khan\'s return to commercial cinema.\r\nKabir Khan\'s partnership with Karan Johar\'s Dharma Productions promises an exciting outcome. Industry sources confirm the film\'s pre-production stage and potential casting.\r\nAlthough unconfirmed, the prospect of Salman Khan or Vicky Kaushal starring in Kabir Khan\'s thriller has generated buzz. Production is expected to begin by late 2025, with makers optimistic about securing one of these stars.

Kabir Khan Next Big Project 

Karan Johar To Produce A Big Budget Film With Salman Khan Or Vicky Kaushal

Is Thalapathy Vijay remaking Bhagavanth Kesari?. Thalapathy Vijay who enjoys tremendous mass following in Tamil Nadu is gearing up to show his political prowess with his party TVK in the next elections. In the meantime, speculation is increasing over his next project referred to Thalapathy 69 to be directed by H.Vinoth.\r\nEver since the film\'s first look and other promotional activities, rumours spread that Thalapathy Vijay is remaking Natasimha Balakrishna\'s hit film Bhagavanth Kesari. A source speaking to scribes, threw more light on the developments. He said &ldquo;He has indeed bought the remake rights but not doing an official remake. Few characters sounded similar to the original so the makers bought it unwilling to take any chances,&rdquo; says the source and adds, &ldquo;The relationship of Vijay and young actress Mamitha Baiju of &lsquo;Premalu&rsquo; fame in the film is like a guardian and a young girl. Even the relationship between Balakrishna and Sreeleela in &lsquo;Bhagavanth Kesari&rsquo; also boasts of a noble relationship. But the story and screenplay are as different as chalk and cheese,&rdquo;\r\nThe source points out saying &lsquo;Remake rumors were false and baseless because Vijay and Pooja have a good love track and songs, which were missing in the Telugu film. It is a straight Tamil subject loaded with romance and action,&rsquo;\r\nThe source adds &ldquo;It is a very unique and thought-provoking story with political undertones and bound to enthrall his legion of fans,&rdquo;

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