Tollywood Seniors to fight hit out during Sankranti?. Sankranthi happens to be the most important festival for the people of two Telugu states Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. Many top stars films eye Sankranti season to score hits.
Now, reports are coming that the upcoming Sankranti 2027 may witness a mega clash between Tollywood senior stars. Nagarjuna is coming with the sequel to the hit film Soggade Chinni Nayana. The film is helmed by Kalyan Krishna. The makers already confirmed that the film will be releasing during Sankranti on 15 Jan 2027.
It is known that Venkatesh is starring in the direction of Anil Ravipudi. They are also eying the Sankranti release. The film's shooting is underway and the official announcement will be coming soon.
Apart from it, Chiranjeevi is starring under the direction of Bobby. Expectations are high on the project as Chiranjeevi and Bobby earlier came up with Waltair Veerayya. The film's title is touted to be Kakaji or Kaka. The makers are also eyeing the Sankranti release.
Balakrishna is teaming with Gopichand Malineni. The mass entertainer is also eyeing the Sankranti release. Expectations are high as Balakrishna and Gopichand Malineni earlier cameup with Veera Simha Reddy.

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Seniors Heating Up Sankranti

Tollywood Seniors to fight hit out during Sankranti

\r\nRam Charan looking for Pushpa type film. Movie lovers cannot forget the sensation Allu Arjun\'s Pushpa The Rise and Pushpa The Rule created at the box office. The film directed by Sukumar drove all the masses crazy. Now, movie lovers are waiting eagerly for the film\'s third part Pushpa The Rampage.\r\n&nbsp;\r\n&nbsp;In the meantime, Allu Arjun is busy&nbsp; with two high profile projects with Atlee and Lokesh Kanagaraj. Sukumar in the meantime will direct Ram Charan in his next. Ram Charan is on the verge of completing Peddi with Buchhi Babu Sana. Sukumar is giving finishing touches to his prot&eacute;g&eacute; Buchhi Babu Sana\'s Peddi.\r\n&nbsp;\r\n&nbsp;Now, reports are coming that Ram Charan is keen on having Pushpa kind of film. A close friend of Ram Charan however clarified &ldquo;Calling it another Pushpa would be misleading. Ram Charan has asked Sukumar to make a film on the same scale, but in terms of theme and treatment, it will be completely different from Pushpa.&rdquo;\r\n

Global Star looking for such vibes

Ram Charan looking for Pushpa type film

Funky to have a surprising cameo. Mass Ka Das Vishwak Sen is getting ready to captivate all with his upcoming film Funky. The film\'s unique title is generating immense interest among movie lovers. Apart from it with KV.Anudeep of Jathi Ratnalu fame directing the project, curiosity levels are increasing. The film is releasing on 13 Feb as Valentines Day special.\r\nIn the meantime, it is coming out that there are many specials in the film. KV.Anudeep according to sources included a surprising cameo to stun all. Buzz is the producer Naga Vamsi is playing a special role in the film.\r\nKayadu Lohar is the female lead with Bheems Ceciroleo is the music director. Naga Vamsi S and Sai Soujanya&nbsp; are producing the film under the banners of Sithara Entertainments, Fortune Four Cinemas, and Srikara Studios .\r\nIt has to be seen what Vishwak Sen offered to movie lovers in Funky.\r\n<div></div>

Funky having surprise elements

Funky to have a surprising cameo

The highly anticipated film RC17, starring Ram Charan and directed by Sukumar, is generating immense buzz. According to reports, the team may release a first look glimpse of the movie on Charan's birthday, March 27.&nbsp;
RC17 is expected to be a big budget venture, presenting Charan in a gritty, intense avatar. This marks the second collaboration between Charan and Sukumar, following the blockbuster Rangasthalam in 2018. The film is produced by Mythri Movie Makers, with music composed by Devi Sri Prasad.&nbsp;
Meanwhile, Charan's rural sports drama Peddi has been postponed to April 30, 2026. The film, directed by Buchi Babu Sana, features Janhvi Kapoor, Shiva Rajkumar, Boman Irani, and Divyenndu in key roles. RC17 is scheduled to begin production later this year, with filming expected to start after Charan wraps up Peddi.
RC17 is tentatively scheduled for release in the last quarter or November 12, 2026, according to various reports. But, considering Sukumar's style of filming, the film will make it way to theatres in Summer 2027.

Double Bonanza For Charan Fans

First Look Of RC 17 To Be Released On Ram Charan Birthday

It has been a while since the news, Director Anil Ravipudi is teaming up with actor Venkatesh once again is out, generating considerable buzz in the film industry. The official announcement for this venture is expected in March (Mostly on Ugadi), with filming set to begin in July 2026. This project marks their fourth collaboration, following successful films like F2, F3, and Sankranthiki Vasthunam. Fifth if we consider Mana Shankara Varaprasad Garu where Venkatesh played an extended cameo role.&nbsp;\r\nThe film is expected to be a mass comedy and light hearted family entertainer, featuring Venkatesh and Fahadh Faasil in key roles. Fahadh Faasil will play Venkatesh\'s brother, adding to the film\'s humor and emotional depth. Keerthy Suresh and Pooja Hegde are being considered for the female leads, with Bheems Ceciroleo composing the music.\r\nAnil Ravipudi\'s films have consistently performed well during Sankranthi, and this project is expected to follow suit, releasing in theaters during Sankranthi 2027. The film\'s script is reportedly fresh and high energy, tailored for the Telugu audience. With Venkatesh and Fahadh Faasil on board, industry expectations are high.\r\nAnil Ravipudi\'s previous film, Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu, starring Chiranjeevi and Nayanthara, has been a massive hit, cementing his reputation as a \"Sankranthi specialist\".&nbsp;

Anil - Venky Film To Kickstart In July

Anil Ravipudi and Venkatesh Reunite for Sankranthi 2027 Release

Nagarjuna made a name for himself not only as an actor but also as a producer. Now, reports are coming that he is set to enter into the distribution in AP and TS.\r\nIt is coming out that Annapurna Studios already set up office in Hyderabad and are on the verge of opening another office in Visakhapatnam. A source shares &ldquo;Nagarjuna has a production house which is over 50 years old and now plans to churn out more films while strengthening his distribution network,&rdquo;\r\nThere are many wellknown distributors and Nagarjuna entering into distribution sector will intensify the competition. Already Dil Raju, Naga Vamsi, Suresh Babu, Allu Aravind, Sunil Narang and others are weidling considerable influence. Inside talk is Naga Vamsi of Sithara Entertainments is planning to team with Annapurna Studios.\r\nMythri Movie Makers and Sitara Entertainments have formed a syndicate in the distribution sector.&nbsp;\r\n<div></div>

King entering into new arena

Nagarjuna to enter into distribution sector

Movie lovers cannot forget Agent Sai Srinivasa Athreya which featured Naveen Polishetty under the&nbsp; direction of RSJ.Swaroop.\r\nFor long the talk of the sequel excited all. In the midst of all this, RSJ.Swaroop reacted to the sequel rumours. He posted &ldquo;Agent Sai Srinivasa Athreya is a collective effort of each and every person involved in the film. The production house will make an official announcement about the sequel when the time is right. Kindly avoid speculation,&rdquo;\r\nEven the production house, Swadharm Entertainments posted \"Any official update regarding the sequel of #AgentSaiSrinivasaAthreya will be announced only through our official channels at @Swadharm_Ent or by our producer @RahulYadavNakka.We kindly request everyone not to spread or believe any rumours related to the film or the franchise.\"\r\nCurrently RSJ. Swaroop is doing a project with Siddhu Jonnalagadda.&nbsp;\r\n<div></div>

Is ASSA sequel on cards

RSJ.Swaroop on Agent Sai Srinivasa Athreya sequel

NTR is currently busy with his upcoming project Dragon. Expectations are high on the project as the film is helmed by Prashanth Neel and he earlier came up with mass entertainers KGF and Salaar.\r\nThe makers are readying for the action packed schedule in Jordan. The Jordan schedule will be starting from 8 Feb 2026. Inside talk is the makers will shoot three intense highoctane action blocks and it will feature NTR and Malayalam actor Tovino Thomas.\r\nTovino Thomas will be making his entry into Tollywood with this film. He made his presence felt in films like Lucifer, Minnal Murali and Narivetta. A source shares &ldquo;With Jr NTR in the lead, the project was already drawing massive attention. Tovino&rsquo;s inclusion has further amplified anticipation, especially among South Indian audiences,&rdquo;\r\nThe source adds &ldquo;Known for his emotional depth and commanding screen presence in Malayalam cinema, Tovino brings an added layer of intrigue. His presence is expected to boost the film&rsquo;s appeal in Kerala and strengthen its multi-regional reach.&rdquo;\r\nThe film stars Rukmini Vasanth as the female lead while Anil Kapoor is playing an important role. The music for the film is tuned by Ravi Basrur.&nbsp;\r\n<div></div>

NTR to flex muscles with Malayalam Star

NTR to lock horns with Tovino Thomas in Jordan

Pawan Kalyan entertained movie lovers with the his action entertainers Hari Hara Veera Mallu and OG. He is currently busy with his upcoming film Ustaad Bhagat Singh directed by Harish Shankar. The film is releasing on 26 March 2026.\r\nApart from it, Pawan Kalyan is also starring in the direction of Surender Reddy. Expectations are high on the project as Surender Reddy is renowned for his action entertainers and he recently came up with the film Syr Raa Narasimha Reddy.\r\nNow, reports are coming that the makers are planning to release the film on Sankranti 2027. This is exciting movie lovers to the core. The film is expected to go to sets on the auspicious occasion of Ugadi on 19 March 2026.&nbsp;\r\nRam Talluri is making his debut as a producer and the film is bankrolled on his Jaithra Rama Movies.&nbsp;

Pawan-Surender gunning this date

Pawan Kalyan-Surender Reddy project to release on this festival

Allu Arjun follows different remuneration pattern. Allu Arjun's stardom increased tremendously eversince the sensation of Pushpa The Rise and Pushpa The Rule. He attained national and international stardom. Currently He is busy with his upcoming projects with Atlee and Lokesh Kanagaraj.

In the meantime, reports are coming that Allu Arjun is setting a new trend following a different remuneration pattern. He has been working on percentage model from Pushpa The Rule and is following the same.

As such for Pushpa The Rule, he got 27% as the remuneration from the total profit. With the film getting more than Rs 1000crs, Allu Arjun as such got Rs 270crs as the remuneration.

Inside talk is Allu Arjun is following the same pattern and is getting around 27-30% profit sharing for Atlee's project with Sun Pictures. Buzz is Allu Arjun's close aide Bunny Vas is overseeing all these business dealings. Thus Allu Arjun becomes the first Indian actor to follow such business model for his remuneration.&nbsp;

Icon Star becomes New Trendsetter

Allu Arjun follows different remuneration pattern

Vijay Sethupathi playing important role in Ramayana. Bollywood film Ramayana directed by Nitesh Tiwari is the cynosure of all the eyes. The film is releasing in two parts and the first part is releasing on Diwali 2026 and second part on Diwali 2027.\r\nThe film stars Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi and Yash in the roles of Lord Ram, Goddess Sita and Rawan. Now inside talk is Vijay Sethupathi known for his versatile performances will be playing the role of Vibhishana.\r\nMany feel Vijay Sethupathi\'s presence will elevate the role to the next level. Vijay Sethupathi is currently starring in the direction of Puri Jagannath in the film titled Slum Dog: 33 Temple Road. The film starred Tabu in an important role.\r\nThe film stars Sunny Deol, Vivek Oberoi, Kajal Aggarwal, Shobana, Lara Dutta, Sheeba Chaddha and others in important roles. Arun Govil, Kunal Kapoor, Adinath Kothare, Sheeba Chaddha and Indira Krishnan are playing key roles.\r\n<div></div>

Versatile actor in Ramayana

Vijay Sethupathi playing important role in Ramayana

Powerful cameos in Dhurandhar Revenge? Movie lovers are waiting eagerly for the sequel of the blockbuster film Dhurandhar. The sequel titled Dhuradhar Revenge is releasing o 19 March 2026.

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In the meantime, it is coming out that there are multiple cameos in the film. Bollywood actress Yami Gautam, said that she is playing a cameo and inside talk is Yami will be see in an action avatar. Apart from it, reports also have it that Vicky Kaushal and Sharukh Khan will be seen in powerful specials.

Dhurandhar Revenge is directed by Aditya Dhar and starred Akshaye Khanna, R. Madhavan, Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Rampal, Sara Arjun in important roles. Jio Studios and B62 Studios is bankrolling the project in a prestigious manner. The sequel will b be releasing in Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam as Eid, Gudi Padwa, and Ugadi Special.

Dhurandhar turned out to be a blockbuster andn expectatios are soaring on the film's sequel.

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