Vijay Deverakonda, known for his roles in Arjun Reddy and Geetha Govindam, is looking for a solid comeback. He is generating buzz with his upcoming films, Ranabaali and Rowdy Janardhana where both films are scheduled to hit the screens in quick succession.\r\nVijay Deverakonda is now reportedly set to collaborate with Vikram K. Kumar, renowned for directing \"Manam\" and \"24\", under UV Creations. This partnership is expected to bring an exciting cinematic experience.&nbsp;\r\nReports suggest Vikram Kumar has approached AR Rahman for music in his upcoming film with Vijay Deverakonda, though nothing is officially confirmed. Filming is expected to start by the end of this year. With Vijay\'s versatility and Vikram\'s storytelling, fans are eagerly awaiting the official announcement.&nbsp;\r\nVijay is currently juggling two projects, Rowdy Janardhana and Ranabaali, with the latter featuring Rashmika Mandanna. Rowdy Janardhana, directed by Ravi Kiran Kola, is an intense period action drama with Keerthy Suresh as the female lead, slated for a December 2026 release. The film\'s music is being composed by Christo Xavier.\r\n<div></div>

Gossips

ARR For VD Next

AR Rahman To Compose For Vijay Deverakonda Vikram Kumar Project

The Ilaiyaraaja biopic, starring Dhanush, was announced in March 2024, with Arun Matheswaran initially set to direct. However, rumors surfaced that Arun Matheswaran was no longer part of the project, prompting an official clarification from Dhanush's team. According to the statement, Matheswaran is still on board to direct the biopic, which will proceed as planned.&nbsp;

The film's pre production work is complete, and shooting is expected to begin in April 2027, after Arun wraps up his current project, DC, with Lokesh Kanagaraj. Dhanush will play Ilaiyaraaja, with music composed by the maestro himself. The biopic promises to be a significant cinematic event, exploring Ilaiyaraaja's life and career.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, Dhanush has signed another biopic, portraying Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, directed by Om Raut, expected to start shooting in late 2027 or 2028. With two high profile biopics in the pipeline, Dhanush is gearing up for an intense phase in his career.&nbsp;

The Ilaiyaraaja biopic represents a cultural documentation of one of Indian cinema's most important musical figures, with contributions spanning over four decades. Ilaiyaraaja's influence on film music has transcended regional boundaries, inspiring generations of composers and musicians.

Latest Update On Ilaiyaraaja Biopic

Rumours About Ilaiyaraaja Biopic Director Change

&nbsp;Pawan Kalyan is currently starring in a crazy project under the direction of Surender Reddy. Expectations are high on the project as Surender Reddy is renowned for his stylish entertainers.\r\nNow, rumours are spreading that the makers are planning to rope in popular youtuber Imanvi Ismail for the female lead. This is exciting all and it is known that Imanvi Ismail is already starring in Prabhas\' high profile entertainer Fauji directed by Hanu Raghavapudi.\r\nVakkantam Vamsi and Surender Reddy are giving finishing touches to the script. Reports are coming that the project will be launched in style on 19 March as Ugadi special.\r\nRam Talluri is producing the film in a prestigious manner on&nbsp; his Jaithra Rama Movies banner. Reports are coming that the makers are planning to release the film during Sankranti next year 2027.&nbsp;\r\n&nbsp;\r\n&nbsp;

What is Fauji connection to PK

Imanvi Ismail for Pawan Kalyan film

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.

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;

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