Sandeep Reddy Vanga is on a roll, with the success of Kabir Singh and Animal, and he\'s now gearing up for his third film in Bollywood. His next project, Spirit, starring Prabhas, is all set for a 2026 release and will go on floors in the first quarter of 2025. The film\'s pre-production is currently underway, and the casting for the action-packed thriller is also in progress.\r\nAs per the latest buzz, SRV, along with producer Bhushan Kumar, is in talks with Mrunal Thakur to join the cast as the female lead. The film is supposed to be one of the most awaited and ambitious projects in Indian cinema, and the team has gone all out to cast the best actors. While Prabhas will be seen as the cop, Mrunal is also in talks for the female lead, and reports also suggest that Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor may join the cast in negative roles.\r\nThe reports suggest that Spirit is going to be a one-of-its-kind cop-based action thriller, and it\'s also being said that this is Vanga\'s attempt to change the outlook towards cop-based films. The source reportedly said, \"It\'s a story like never before, in the template of a commercial Indian Film. There are good people and bad people in the tale, but with a lot of elements of grey that Vanga is known for.\" The writing work and prep are currently on in full swing, and those who\'ve heard the narration believe that Prabhas will be seen in a never-before avatar in Vanga\'s Spirit.\r\nWith a star-studded cast and an ambitious storyline, Spirit is shaping up to be one of the most exciting projects in Indian cinema. Produced by Bhushan Kumar and Sandeep Reddy Vanga, Spirit is likely to be released in 2026. With Vanga\'s direction and a talented cast, fans can expect a thrilling ride with Spirit.

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Interesting Casting Coup For Spirit

Star-Studded Cast Ambitious Plot For Prabhas Spirit

Collection King Mohan Babu who is known for his ultra-aggressive nature and violent behavior got a huge shock when High Court rejected his anticipatory bail appeal.\r\n&nbsp;It is known that Mohan Babu landed in trouble for assaulting a media person and the controversy reached the High Court even after Mohan Babu tendered an apology as the injured media person decided to file a complaint against him.\r\nNow it is coming out that fearing arrest, Mohan Babu went absconding. According to the latest, cops who went in search of him, found him missing. It has to be seen when Mohan Babu once again will appear in front of the media and come out with explanation.\r\nAll eyes are on cops of Telangana and how they will react and take action according to the due process of law.&nbsp;\r\n<div></div>

HC shock - Mohan Babu absconds

Mohan Babu absconding after High Court shock

Robinhood changes release plans, eyeing this date. Young hero Nithiin who is reeling under the string of flops as his recent films Macherla Niyojakavargam and Extraordinary Man failed to perform at the box office is pinning all his hopes on his upcoming film Robinhood.\r\nExpectations are high on this project as it is helmed by Venky Kudumula. It is known that Nithiin and Venky Kudumula earlier came up with a blockbuster Bheeshma. The film was supposed to release on 20 December but now with Allu Arjun\'s Pushpa The Rule doing good at the box office and both the films bankrolled by Mythri Movie Makers, the production house is looked for a safe bet.\r\nThey are planning a balancing act and they do not want to disrupt the performance of Pushpa The Rule and at the same time, look for a alternative and profitable release for Robinhood. Now inside talk is they are planning to release the film during Sankranti.\r\nThe makers are planning to release the film on 13 Jan 2025. However it has to be seen how safe it will be for Robinhood as films like Game Changer, Sankranthiki Vasthunnaam and Daaku Maharaj are releasing in a day\'s span.&nbsp;

Robinhood changes release plans

Robinhood To Strike On This Special Date

Allu Arjun's Pushpa 2 has taken the nation by storm, breaking all records and proving that Bunny is indeed a pan-India superstar. Within just four days, Pushpa: The Rule has collected more than 800 crore worldwide. This phenomenal success is not limited to Allu Arjun alone. Other Southern superstars like Prabhas and Yash have also received immense love from the Bollywood audience. Prabhas, with his Baahubali movies, established superstardom across the country, while Yash became a household name with KGF and consolidated his pan-India popularity with KGF 2.

The popularity of these Southern superstars has eclipsed that of many Bollywood stars. Despite huge publicity and hype, big Bollywood superstars like Ajay Devgn and Akshay Kumar have failed to draw audiences to the theaters. On the other hand, Southern superstars like Allu Arjun, Prabhas, and Yash are now almost equally popular in both northern and southern regions. The record-breaking opening that Pushpa 2 received is proof that these three stars are today's Aamir, Salman, and Shah Rukh Khan.

The rise of these Southern superstars marks a new era in Indian cinema. While Aamir, Salman, and Shah Rukh Khan ruled Bollywood for over two decades, Prabhas, Allu Arjun, and Yash are poised to take over the mantle. With their consistent performances and massive fan following, these three stars promise a long run in the Indian film industry.

As the Indian film industry continues to evolve, it will be interesting to see how these Southern superstars navigate the changing landscape. With their talent, dedication, and massive fan following, Prabhas, Allu Arjun, and Yash are undoubtedly the new faces of Indian cinema.

Prabhas-Yash-AA Redefine Stardom

The Rise of Southern Superstars - A New Era in Indian Cinema

Global Star Ram Charan is getting ready to show is power across the country with his upcoming entertainer Game Changer. The film directed by Shankar is racing for a spectacular release on 10 Jan 2025 as Sankranti treat. Already the film\'s promotions are capturing the imagination of all and now it is coming out that the makers locked the film\'s runtime.\r\nInside talk is the film\'s runtime came to 162 minutes. A distributor who is close to the producers revealed the film\'s runtime. Ram Charan is playing dual role in the film and it features Kiara Advani as the female lead.\r\nThaman is the music director for the film which stars SJ Suryah, Anjali, Srikanth, Jayaram, Sunil, Naveen Chandra, Satya, and others in important roles. The makers planned the pre release event on a large scale in USA on 21 December.\r\nInside talk is the film\'s pre release event in Andhra Pradesh will be held in January and none other than Dy CM Pawan Kalyan will be gracing the event as the chief guest.\r\n<div></div>

Here is Game Changer runtime

Game Changer runtime locked

Gautham Menon to propel Vetrimaaran story?. Gautham Menon and Vetrimaaran are renowned for their intense thought-provoking and action entertainers. The realistic and rustic flavor drives all crazy captivating the attention making a hard impact on their minds. Vetrimaaran is currently busy with Vidudala Part 2, the sequel to the hit film Vidudala. The film featured Vijay Sethupathi, Soori and Gautham Menon in important roles.
Now speculation is increasing over his next projects. In the meantime, rumours are spreading that Gautham Menon will be helming a project with the story penned by none other than Vetrimaaran. Inside talk is Kollywood intense actor Simbu will be playing the lead role.
It has to be seen how much truth is there in these rumours but movie lovers are super excited with them and they are waiting for the official confirmation.
Simbu on the professional front is currently starring in Kamal Haasan-Mani Ratnam's Thug Life and also has his next STR48 in which he is playing a dual role.

GVM - Vetrimaaran readying a film

Gautham Menon To Propel Vetrimaaran Story

Akkineni Prince Akhil is currently enjoying the bliss in his personal life. He got engaged to Zainab Ravdjee and the couple will get married soon. Akkineni fans and family members are happy with him getting engaged after all the personal setbacks.\r\nHowever, all his fans and movie lovers for long have been waiting to see him on the big screen. He was not seen on the big screen after the debacle of Agent. Now inside talk is Akhil will be starring in the direction of Nandu and reports are coming that he will be romancing cute beauty Krithi Shetty.\r\nA source shares &ldquo;It would be a refreshing pairing and look good on screen and both the roles are well-etched out,&rsquo;it would be a &lsquo;romantic action film with a good dose of action and romance too. After the not-so-impressive &lsquo;Agent&rsquo;, Akhil is coming back with a new-age entertainer,\"\r\nThe source adds \"He shared screen space with actresses like Pooja Hegde (Eligible Bachelor), Nidhi Agarwal (Mr. Majnu), and Kalyani Priyadarshini (Hello) and was looking good in lover boy roles. Interestingly, Krithi played a love interest to Naga Chaitanya, brother of Akhil, in the cop story &lsquo;Custody&rsquo; last year. &lsquo;She also worked with Ram Pothineni and Sharwanand before moving to Tamil films,&rdquo;

Akhil to romance Cute Beauty

Akhil to romance Krithi Shetty

Milky Beauty Tamannaah is known for her tempting looks and captivating performances. According to the latest, Tamannaah is the highest paid actress in Tollywood. Tamannaah is currently starring in a female centric film Odela 2 and inside talk is she is getting a whopping Rs 4crs paycheck.

Earlier she received Rs3crs to romance Chiranjeevi in Bholaa Shankar. In Odela 2 she is expanding her horizons and she will be seen as a female aghora to surprise all. Tamannaah has been balancing her roles by romancing top stars like Chiranjeevi, Prabhas, and Mahesh Babu and doing female centric films apart from doing special songs like &ldquo;Kaavaalaa&rdquo; in Jailer and &ldquo;Aaj Ki Raat&rdquo; in Stree 2,

With such whopping increase in pay hike she left all her contemporaries like Trisha, Shruti Haasan, and Kajal Aggarwal way behind. Apart from her pay, producers have to pay an additional Rs 50lakhs for her entourage.&nbsp;

Tamannaah becomes the Highest Paid

Tamannaah ruling Tollywood

Ram Charan is currently concentrating on his high profile project with Buchhi Babu Sana direction. The project is referred to as RC16 and is currently progressing in Mysuru. The makers after Mysuru will start the next schedule in Hyderbad.\r\nRam Charan is romancing Janhvi Kapoor as the female lead. The film also features actors like Shivarajkumar and Jagapathi Babu in important roles. Rahman is the music director for the film.\r\nIn the meantime, reports are coming that Buchhi Babu Sana is planning to rope in Bollywood Super Star Salman Khan for a powerful role in RC16. Salman and Ram Charan share good relations and Salman also did a cameo in Chiranjeevi\'s God Father.\r\nThe makers are planning to name the film as Peddi. Salman\'s presence in the film will excite everyone and drive masses crazy. The film is bankrolled on&nbsp; Vriddhi Cinemas, Sukumar Writings and Mythri Movie Makers in a lavish manner.&nbsp;

 Buchhi Babu gunning for B-wood Star

Salman Khan in Ram Charan next under Buchhi Babu Sana direction

Generally the producers take care of the actors food, accommodation and other expenses. But some actors are trying to take undue advantage of these provisions.\r\nA senior production manager speaking to scribes revealed \"The producers already pay for the accommodation of the artists. But nowadays, the artists and their managers are coming up with different ways of looting the producers. They ask only for five-star hotels with suite rooms. Even when the rates are higher than usual, these actors do not cooperate at least once,\"\r\nCiting the example of Meenakshi Chaudhary, a source shared \"She recently bought a flat in Hyderabad. Which means she has just added one more asset to her properties. While it should be easily understood that she will be staying in her new home when in Hyderabad, the scenario is complicated. Her manager Amar Putta has started asking the production houses of her upcoming films to pay 18k per day ( based on the number of shoot days in Hyderabad) as she will be staying in her own flat and not in the hotel. They do not want to work in the favour of the producer. Imagine how much this is going to cost the producers,\"\r\nThe source says \"Actresses keep increasing the payment of the staff and the entourage with each film and the rate cards are so high. In recent times the Tamil film industry has taken a strong stand against the staff and entourage of the heroines, and they do not entertain any nonsense, be it the heroines&rsquo; tantrums or the fans bashing the films; the Telugu producers have failed at it.\"\r\nThe source rued \"While the producers are struggling to recover from these multiple losses from 2024, the new-age heroines are making claims for their not-so-memorable performances, who take a hefty paycheck home with a number of clauses and conditions that favor them. The Telugu film industry has seen a lot of hits and misses this year and many controversies too, but one thing that has been a constant struggle for the TFI producers is that they have been struggling to recover from the losses of their films being a disaster at the box office\"

Sizzling beauty seeking rent

Meenakshi Chaudhary seeking rent to stay in her own flat

Prabhas\' stardom increased in leaps and bounds ever since the sensation he created across the world with his stunning performance in Rajamouli\'s magnum opus Baahubali. Later he consolidated his position with his films like Saaho, Salaar and Kalki 2898 AD though he faced setbacks in form of Radhe Shyam and Adi Purush.\r\nHe is now currently busy with projects like The Raja Saab, Fauji and Spirit. Apart from it, the sequels of Salaar and Kalki 2898 AD are on the anvil.\r\nIn the midst of all this, reports are coming that Prabhas films popularity increased internationally and it is comping out that people across the globe searched for Prabhas\' films Kalki and Salaar more than any star\'s films.\r\nPrabas\' Salaar and Kalki 2898 AD are in the top ten most searched films in 2024 on google and fans are over the moon with the development and this shows the craze for Prabhas across the world.\r\n<div></div>

Prabhas films popularity increases internationally

Prabhas films popularity the most searched across the world

Speculation is increasing on Balakrishna\'s son Mokshagna\'s debut project and also his upcoming projects. Fans got excited when Mokshagna\'s debut was announced in style with Prashanth Varma of Hanu-Man fame. But at the last minute, the project launch was deferred&nbsp; much to the disappointment of all.\r\nLater, Balakrishna on his show Unstoppable spoke about Aditya 999 MAX, sequel to his sci fi classic Aditya 369 and said Mokshagna will play the lead role and he himself will helm the project. In the midst of all this, exciting reports are coming about Mokshagna\'s next project.\r\nInside talk is ace director Nag Ashwin who captured the imagination of all with his films like Mahanati and Kalki 2898AD will be directing Mokshagna. Nandamuri fans are super excited as Nag Ashwin won the national award for Mahanati and he drove all crazy with the sci fi film Prabhas\' Kalki 2898 AD.\r\nBuzz is the project will be a big budget one and Vyjayanthi Movies will bankroll it.&nbsp;

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