Vijay Sethupathi and Puri Jagannadh\'s project is progressing at a brisk pace.\r\nPuri Jagannadh who tasted disasters with his last two outtings, Liger and Double iSmart is leaving no stone turned to surprise all with this project.\r\nReports are coming that the film has an important character and Puri Jagannadh is planning to rope in a young hero for that role. It is not clear as to who will star in that role. The role will appear in the climax and the climax action sequence will revolve around him.\r\nInside tak is Vijay Sethupathi will be seen in three different shades and he will also show his negative shades. The film stars versatile actorsTabu, Samyuktha and Duniya Vijay in important roles. The film is bankrolled in a lavish way under Puri Connects banner.\r\n<div></div>

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Young actor in VS and Puri flick

Young actor important role in Vijay Sethupathi-Puri Jagannadh project

The ongoing demand by the employees of the film industry demanding 30% hike in their wages brought back the disparity between stars salaries and workers wages.\r\nWhile top stars are getting Rs 120crs, workers are getting maximum Rs 3500. &ldquo;Bringing superstar salaries into comparison with worker wages is unwarranted,&rdquo; said producer B.V.S.N. Prasad. &ldquo;These stars started small and reached their positions through years of hard work. Would you compare a CEO&rsquo;s salary with that of an office boy? We pay more than Chennai or Kerala.&rdquo;\r\nHe says &ldquo;The timing is the biggest problem,&rdquo; Prasad said. &ldquo;Demanding a 30% hike when the industry is in turmoil has only prolonged the stalemate.&rdquo;\r\nSuresh Babu says &ldquo;We do empathize with workers and are willing to hold discussions. We prefer a &lsquo;rationalized approach&rsquo; instead of a steep hike. A transport employee makes close to Rs 1 lakh per month,&rdquo; He adds &ldquo;For big producers, the hike may be manageable, but smaller producers could be driven out. We want accountability &mdash; the days of workers idling on sets while drawing full wages are over.&rdquo;\r\nCoordination committee chairman Veera Shankar said 80% of the Federation&rsquo;s demands have already been approved by producers. &ldquo;Some members feel the proposed hikes favour those earning under Rs 2,000 and neglect higher earners, which they see as divisive. But discussions have been fruitful, and we expect an amicable solution soon. Producers agree that lower-paid workers are struggling, while some in higher brackets are comfortable. We would find an amicable solution to be fair to wage earners with with few more rounds of discussions. &rdquo;

Stars Salaries vs Workers Wages

Stars salaries in crores and workers wages in thousands in Tollywood

\r\nSpeculation on Venkatesh role in Chiranjeevi-Anil Ravipudi project. Chiraneevi and Anil Ravipudi project is progressing at a brisk pace. The project is referred to as Mega 157 and the makers are planning to release the film during Sankranti. The film stars Nayanthara as the female lead.\r\nIt is known that Venkatesh is playing an important role in the film. Now speculation is increasing on Venkatesh\'s role. Inside talk is the film has a sincere police officer role in the film and it will appear in the second half. Venkatesh is playing this role in the film and his role will be pivotal to the narration.\r\nThe makers are planning to come up with the title revelation and special poster on Chiranjeevi\'s Birthday on 22 Aug 2025. Chiraneevi is playing the role of PET named Shankara Vara Prasad and the film would be titled&nbsp; Mana Shankar Vara Prasad Garu.\r\nThe music for the film is tuned by Bheems Ceciroleo. Sahu Garapati under the Shine Screens banner, in association with Sushmita Konidela&rsquo;s Gold Box Entertainment is bankrolling the project.\r\n

Is this Venkatesh  role in Mega 157

Speculation on Venkatesh role in Chiranjeevi - Anil Ravipudi project

Tollywood superstar Mahesh Babu is currently busy with his upcoming film SSMB29, directed by S.S. Rajamouli, which is expected to take over three years to complete. Industry analysts believe that this film will catapult Mahesh Babu to pan-India stardom, similar to Prabhas' Baahubali. Meanwhile, top production house Mythri Movie Makers has reportedly approached Mahesh Babu for a new project after the completion of Rajamouli's film.

Mythri Movie Makers is said to be ready to offer a huge advance for this project, but Mahesh Babu hasn't accepted or rejected the offer yet. The production house is planning to select a top director for this project, with talks currently underway with directors like Lokesh Kanagaraj and Nelson Dilipkumar. These directors are expected to introduce Mahesh Babu in a new range, showcasing his versatility as an actor. Mahesh Babu has previously collaborated with Mythri Movie Makers on films like Srimanthudu and Sarkaru Vaari Paata.

Mahesh Babu is known for carefully selecting his projects, and he will likely take his time to decide on this film. With SSMB29 still in production, Mahesh Babu's fans are eagerly awaiting the film's release and potential success. If successful, this film could further solidify Mahesh Babu's position as a leading actor in Tollywood.

The potential collaboration between Mahesh Babu and Mythri Movie Makers has generated significant buzz in the industry, with many expecting a blockbuster film. Given the production house's track record of producing successful films like Srimanthudu, Janatha Garage, and Rangasthalam, this project could be a game-changer for Mahesh Babu's career.

Talks Are On For SSMB 30

Mahesh Babu Next Project with Mythri Movie Makers

Director Harish Shankar is set to collaborate with Sri Venkateswara Creations (SVC) for his next project, marking a significant reunion with the production house. SVC, known for backing blockbuster films, had previously worked with Harish Shankar on hits like "Subramanyam For Sale" and "Duvvada Jagannadham". The upcoming film promises to be a lavishly mounted, pan-India production featuring a major star, with details about the cast and crew being kept under wraps for now.

The film is expected to be a grand production, with an official announcement likely to follow soon. Harish Shankar is currently busy with the production and post-production works of "Ustad Bhagat Singh", starring Pawan Kalyan, which is being produced by Mythri Movie Makers. The shoot of "Ustad Bhagat Singh" is expected to conclude by the end of September, with a possible release in Summer or Sankranti next year.

SVC has a track record of producing successful films, and their collaboration with Harish Shankar is expected to result in a blockbuster. The production house has been working with talented directors for a long time and has formed a great rapport with Harish Shankar. This project will be a reunion for him with his favorite production house, and fans are eagerly awaiting the official announcement.

With "Ustad Bhagat Singh" nearing completion, Harish Shankar is set to start pre-production works for his next film with SVC. The film's title, cast, and other details will be revealed at an appropriate time. Given the success of Harish Shankar's previous films with SVC, this collaboration is expected to result in a memorable cinematic experience for audiences.

Harish Shankar Next Project with SVC

Dil Raju To Produce A Biggie With Harish Shankar

Vijay Deverakonda\'s action-packed spy thriller \"Kingdom\" has opened big in theaters and is now gearing up for its digital debut on Netflix. Directed by Gautam Tinnanuri, the film was released on July 31, 2025, and despite receiving mixed reviews, it had a decent opening at the box office, collecting under Rs 45 crore in its first week. However, the film\'s momentum didn\'t last long, and it\'s expected to hit Netflix soon.\r\nThe OTT rights for \"Kingdom\" were acquired by Netflix for a whopping Rs 50 crore, covering all languages with a 4-week theatrical window. According to reports, the film might premiere on Netflix around August 28 or September 1, 2025. Fans are eagerly awaiting the OTT release, hoping that the makers will include an extended cut with deleted scenes, such as a romantic song and a fight sequence, which were omitted from the theatrical version.\r\n\"Kingdom\" is an Anirudh Ravichander musical that follows the story of Surya \"Suri,\" a humble police constable played by Vijay Deverakonda, who gets recruited for an undercover operation. The film also stars Sathyadev, Bhagyashri Borse, and others, and its plot explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, and brotherhood. Despite its promising premise, the film\'s box office performance has been underwhelming, with a budget of Rs 130 crore, making it uncertain whether it will break even.\r\nThe film\'s controversy surrounding the depiction of Sri Lankan Tamils has sparked protests, and the team has issued an apology. With \"Kingdom\" set to stream on Netflix soon, fans are curious to see how the film plays out in its digital version and whether the extended cut will add value to the storytelling.\r\n<div></div>

Kingdom OTT Streaming Details

Kingdom To Stream In Netflix From This Date

\r\nPooja Hegde to join Nithiin sports drama. It has been a long time since Pooja Hegde is seen in a Telugu film. She is sizzling in a special song in Monica in Super Star Rajinikanth\'s Coolie which is racing for a grand release on 14 Aug 2025.\r\nIn the meantime, it is coming out that Pooja Hegde will soon become part of Nithiin\'s upcoming sports drama. Nithiin\'s previous films like Thammudu and Robinhood failed to set the screens on fire.\r\nNow he is starring in interesting and exciting projects Yellamma with Venu Yeldandi of Balagam fame and also starring in the direction of Vikram Kumar.\r\nSources say the film would be titled Swaari and Nithiin will be seen in the role of a horse rider. The makers are planning to rope in Pooja Hegde as the female lead. Nithiin and Vikram Kumar earlier teamed for Ishq which turned out to be super hit.\r\n

Pretty Beauty to enter Nithiin SD

Pooja Hegde to join Nithiin sports drama

\r\nSamantha special song in Ram Charan Peddi. Ram Charan\'s upcoming project Peddi directed by Buchhi Babu Sana of Uppena fame is progressing at a brisk pace.\r\nThe film stars Janhvi Kapoor as the female lead and features Shivarajkumar, Jagapathi Babu and Divyenndu Sharma in key roles. Now reports are coming that Buchhi Babu Sana is planning a special song and he is planning to rope in sizzling beauty Samantha for the special song.\r\nThe makers already initiated talks with Samantha and they will come up with the announcement soon. Ram Charan and Samantha earlier starred in Rangasthalam under the direction of Sukumar. The film turned out to be a hit.\r\nPeddi\'s music is tuned by Oscar winner Rahman. Mythri Movie Makers, Vriddhi Cinemas, and Sukumar Writings are jointly producing this film which is up for release on 27 March 2026. The film is a rural drama and highlights various Indian sports along with cricket.\r\n

Sizzling beauty special in Peddi

Samantha special song in Ram Charan Peddi

NTR-Hrithik Roshan's War 2 directed by Ayan Mukherjee is slated for a grand release on 14 Aug 2025.

The makers are promoting the film in a high way and they released the glimpse of the dance battle song shot on NTR and Hrithik Roshan yesterday. Fans of NTR and Hrithik got thrilled with the dance moves.

However, netizens who watched the song and the dance moves came up with the shocking reactions. Here are few of them.

&ldquo;This is fire ðŸ”¥ but Jai Jai Shiv Shankar was blast ðŸ’¥,&rdquo; one fan wrote, kicking off a wave of comparison posts. Many swore the new track&rsquo;s hook sounded familiar &mdash; some likening it to Housefull&rsquo;s &ldquo;Aap Ka Kya Hoga&rdquo; or Himesh Reshammiya&rsquo;s 2004 &ldquo;Janabe Ali&rdquo; from Bardaasht. &ldquo;Reminds me of that HR song with Riteish,&rdquo;

&ldquo;Hrithik and NTR just don&rsquo;t have the rivalry vibe Tiger and Hrithik had in War,&rdquo; one user said, a sentiment that quickly snowballed. Another quipped, &ldquo;Why is there a dance-off? Aren&rsquo;t they enemies?&rdquo;

Some were bluntly underwhelmed: &ldquo;I want it to be good&hellip; but everything looks mid and boring.&rdquo; Another predicted, &ldquo;Anything this movie earns will be purely on the stardom of its leads. The rest feels non-exciting.&rdquo; Still, the loudest refrain? Pure Tiger Shroff withdrawal. Comments ranged from &ldquo;It can never match Jai Jai Shivshankar ðŸ˜­&rdquo; to &ldquo;Such a drop in music quality&rdquo; &mdash; and the unfiltered: &ldquo;Missing Tiger Shroff in War 2 badly ðŸ”¥.&rdquo;

War 2- Netizens shocking reaction

Netizens misses Tiger Shroff in Janab E Ali in War 2

\r\nThe upcoming action blockbusters, Coolie starring Rajinikanth and War 2 featuring NTR and Hrithik Roshan, are expected to benefit from special ticket pricing in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. The producers are reportedly seeking permission for ticket price hikes in the Telugu states, a strategic move to recover large investments more efficiently. Both films are mounted on grand scales with top-tier stars, cutting-edge VFX, and wide releases, aiming to maximize their box office potential.\r\nThe Indian cinema fans await the massive box office clash between Rajinikanth and Lokesh Kanagaraj\'s Coolie and Hrithik Roshan and NTR\'s War 2. The advance bookings of Coolie and War 2 in India will open on Sunday, August 10th. The films will have shows from early morning, and the official show timings and ticket prices will be out once the GO from the government arrives.\r\nThe advance bookings of the films have been opened overseas in most countries, and the shows are continuously getting added according to demand. Rajinikanth\'s film is having good advances, whereas Yash Raj Films\' movie\'s pre-sales are average. The increased ticket prices, if approved, could significantly boost early collections and long-term box office performance.\r\nThe ticket price hike, if approved, will provide Coolie and War 2 with a strong advantage during the crucial opening weekend. With massive buzz surrounding both films and sky-high expectations from fans, the producers are gearing up to maximize their box office potential. The Indian cinema fans eagerly await the ticket sales, and the advance bookings will open on Sunday, August 10th.\r\n

Ticket Price Hike for Coolie And War 2

Coolie And War 2 Waiting For Ticket Hike From Governments

Radhika Apte exposes producer who pressurised during her pregnancy. Radhika Apte made startling revelations as to how a producer troubled her during pregnancy.\r\nShe said when she was pregnant she called all her producers informing them about her condition. She said&nbsp; \"An Indian producer I was working with wasn&rsquo;t happy about the news. He responded coldly and even insisted I wear tight-fitting clothes despite my discomfort and bloating. I was in my first trimester and had constant cravings &mdash; I was eating a lot, be it rice or pasta &mdash; and going through the usual physical changes, but instead of understanding, I was met with insensitivity. I wasn&rsquo;t even allowed to see a doctor when I was in pain and feeling uneasy on set. That truly disheartened me.&rdquo;\r\nShe continued&nbsp; \"The Hollywood filmmaker I was working with was so supportive. When I mentioned I was eating more than usual and might look like a completely different person by the end of the shoot, he laughed and said, &lsquo;Don&rsquo;t worry, even if you&rsquo;re another person by the end of this project, it&rsquo;s fine. Because you\'re pregnant.&rsquo; That reassurance and warmth meant the world to me.&rdquo;\r\nShe was last seen in Sister Midnight and will soon entertain viewers with her film Last Days which is releasing on 24 Oct 2025.

Radhika Apte exposes producer 

Radhika Apte shocker about her pregnancy

\r\nThe Raja Saab first single at this time. Prabhas is getting ready to entertain movie lovers with his upcoming film The Raja Saab. The film directed by Maruthi is racing at a brisk pace.\r\nThe makers earlier planned to release the film on 5 December and if this donot happen, it will release during Sankranti next year. In the meantime, interest is increasing on the film\'s first single. TG.Vishwa Prasad, the producer, speaking to scribes said that the first single will be released only in the month of September.\r\nThe music for the film is scored by Thaman while Nidhii Agerwal, Malavika Mohanan and Ridhhi Kumar are playing the female leads. The film stars Sanjay Dutt, Jayaram, Anupam Kher, Zarina Wahab, Priyadarshi Pulikonda, Vennela Kishore, and Brahmanandam in key roles.\r\nPeople Media Factory is bankrolling this hilarious horror entertainer.\r\n

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