Mahesh Babu is the luckiest of the Rajamouli heroes. It is known that star director Rajamouli is a tough task master and heroes who worked with him vouch for the same. He shows stars to even top heroes and Prabhas, NTR went on record many times.

However fans of Mahesh Babu are happy that Rajamouli is becoming extremely lenient when it comes to dealing with their hero. Rajamouli takes utmost care when it comes to the characterisation of the heroes and their looks. Prabhas transformed himself completely and sported two different looks as Amarendra and Mahendra Baahubali in Baahubali. Rana looked menacing as Bhallaladeva and Anushka looked completely different as Devasena.

Prabhas did intense workouts to sport the macho physique and te same is the case with Rana. One need not say about RRR. For the introduction scene Ram Charan sweated it out while fighting thousands in the high octane action sequence. NTR too underwent transformation to look as a tribal freedom fighter Komaram Bheem. Not to forget about the dance sequence for Naatu Naatu song.

But it seems when it is comes to Mahesh Babu, Rajamouli is compromising a lot. Mahesh did not transform his look or physique except for growing a long hair and a beard. Rajamouli many feel might be of the opinion that Mahesh need not transform his look for the story. Though he might have compromised regarding Mahesh's makeover, he will definitely not compromise when it comes to action sequences which will be on the lines of Hollywood action flicks.

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Rajamouli compromising For Mahesh

Rajamouli compromising completely for Mahesh Babu

\r\nLady Amitabh in Balakrishna Akhanda Thaandavam. Balakrishna\'s Akhanda Thaandavam is progressing at a brisk pace under the direction of Boyapati Srinu.\r\nReports are coming out that senior actor Vijayashanti will be playing an important and powerful role in the film. It is known that Balakrishna and Vijayashanti starred in many blockbusters. Recently Vijayashanti said that she will not be starring in Balakrishna and Chiranjeevi films now.\r\nHowever, the role she played in Kalyan Ram\'s Arjun S/O Vyjayanthi is getting powerful response at the box office. Following this rumours are spreading that the makers of Akhanda 2 are planning to cast her in a powerful special. Buzz is Vijayashanti will be seen in the role of a powerful politician.\r\nIf this turns out to be true, it will be a pure delight to all the fans. The film stars Samyukta and Pragya Jaiswal as the female leads. Thaman is the music director.\r\n

Lady Amitabh in Akhanda Thaandavam

Vijayashanti in Balakrishna Akhanda Thaandavam

Tollywood on Oxygen Support, those who are keenly following the developments and are in the loop with the inside happenings of the industry are of the opinion that Tollywood is on Oxygen Support and is currently in ICU (Intensive Care Unit).\r\nEvery week Tollywood witnesses around 7 films, but most of them disappear after the first show or in a day or two. Not only multiplexes but also single-screen theatres are having a deserted look and some enthusiastic and yesteryear filmmakers are trying to make money with the rereleases of old hits.\r\nEven those rereleases are finding no takers as only few diehard fans are turnning to theatres and creating some hulchul. Even few top filmmakers and producers are lamenting that people are not showing interest to see even top stars films and the screens are empty.\r\n<h2>Now the question is why this situation arose.</h2>\r\n1. People are craving for entertainiment and they are expecting it for affordable price and not at exorbitant price. They are getting them in multiple forms like OTT platforms, various channels and not confined to films along but sports, politics and other fields.\r\n2. Many are passing time getting influenced in betting apps and other forms of entertainment.\r\n3. There are multiple earning opportunities and people are keen to expand their sources of earning without confining to just one corporate form and this is robbing them of their freetime.\r\n4. The huge ticket rates and the comparitive cost of watching the films on OTT apps in Home Theatre is giving them the alternative form of entertainment.\r\n5. Lack of quality and novel films and lack of content driven entertainers are putting off viewers as most of the films show people who wish to see themselves on screen rather than come up with passion to give something new and surprise viewers and bring them to theatres keeping them glued to the screne.\r\n6. Lack of attractiveness and crowdpulling factors are impacting the films. Most of them are telling the entire story in the trailer and teaser and viewers are unable to watch even those substandard teaser and trailer and they are making strong decision not to waste more then two hours of their precious time in theatres.\r\n7. The crossing of thin redline is also putting off many viewers. Many films are blatantly glorifying adult content in form of kissing, dialogues, intimate and hilarious scenes either directly or indirectly and they are also crossing their limits in showing the brutal and gory scenes. Many right thinking people are staying away from such films.\r\n8. Though the makers are roping in top stars for their films and they are generating interest among their fans, all people are coming to the conclusion about the film\'s genre and storyline and they are on more than many occasions are proven right. The filmmakers and stars are sticking their their genres and are keen to entertain fans rather than entertain all sections of movie lovers and expand their base and horizons.\r\n9. Mindset of people changed drastically and society also underwent lot of changes but the makers are still flaunting their misogynistic ideas and also the dances show their taste. Heroines are turned mere showpieces and to be frank some show them as wamps and female oriented roles are a rarity.\r\n10. Earlier, the makers used to consider filmmaking as an art, but now everything has turned out to be a business ever since the entry of the corporates into filmmaking.\r\n11. Multiple delays in the release of the films and to the top of it, makers passing time with the project announcement video, glimpse release, first look release, looks of the various actors, teaser release, trailer launch, song promos, song releases without annoucning the film\'s release date is testing the patience of the viewers.\r\n12. Insulting the intelligence of the people and trying to make as much money as possible in the form of benefit shows, paid premiers, increasing the ticket rates, and concentrating on the negative publicity. To top it off, not doing any films for children alienated viewers from the films.\r\nTo revive the Tollywood industry and give a fresh lease of life the makers should turn to be creative and innovative rather than concentrating on hero elevations and illogical&nbsp; mass commercial entertainers and breaking the monotony with new concent and strong story. Stars and makers should comeout of the coteries and start hunting for new stories by themselves rather than get carried away living in false prestige.&nbsp;\r\n&nbsp;

Tollywood in ICU

Tollywood on Oxygen Support

Kushboo Sundar, former actor and current BJP leader noticed suspicious activity on her twitter account and warned all her followers to be careful about it.\r\nShe posted&nbsp; \"Hi friends, my #TWITTER @khushsundar account has been hacked. I am not able to log in and it\'s not accepting my id or password. I am blocked out. Any news, updates, posts, or any activity on my Twitter page has not done by in the last 9 hours. Trying to sort this out. Kindly bear and keep me posted if you see any kind of activity on my TWITTER page. See you soon on Twitter. Till then, i am here (sic).\"\r\nShe added \"Attention, everyone! My Twitter account has been hacked. If anyone knows how to retrieve it, please help me out. It&rsquo;s urgent! #CyberHelp #AccountRecovery #UrgentAssistance @twitter (sic),\"K\r\nKhushboo who joined politics is now currently the member of the National Commission for Women.\r\n<div></div>

Khushboo suspects suspicious activity

Khushboo warns fans about suspicious activity

Balakrishna\'s upcoming entertainer Akhanda Thaandavam referred to Akhanda 2 is progressing at super sonic speed. The film is carrying immense expectations among movie lovers as it is the sequel to the blockbuster film Akhanda and it is releasing in various languages actross the country. The film\'s Hindi version drove all crazy on OTT and social media.\r\nNow all eyes are on when the film will release. The makers already announced that the film would release during Dasara on 25 September as Dasara special. However, reports are coming that the&nbsp; makers are planning to release the film during Sankranti 2026.\r\nBoyapati Srinu is planning high octane action sequences to elevate Balakrishna\'s heroism to another level. Balakrishna is playing the roles of Aghora and a man who fight for justice and the film stars Pragya Jaiswal and Samyukta as the female leads. The music for the film is tuned by Thaman.

When is Akhanda 2 releasing

Change of plans for Akhanda 2

Nenu-Keerthana\' is a film directed by Chimata Ramesh Babu (C.H.R) under the banner of Chimata Productions. Presented by Chimata Jyothirmaye (USA), it was produced by Chimata Lakshmi Kumari. The film, which was released in theaters on August 30 last year, was well received. Now, the film is available on OTT. The film is streaming on Amazon Prime Video from April 16. for a rent of Rs 99, the film is also getting a good response on OTT. It has garnered a lot of views in a short time. Chimata Ramesh Babu (C.H.R) has made this film a multi-genre movie with all the elements including love, sentiment, action, romance, comedy and horror. The audience is connecting to this film as it has a village backdrop. Ramesh Babu\'s performance in the role of Johnny impressed everyone. Johnny played the role of a young man who faces injustice and helps those in need. However, in one case, he has to fight with enemies. At the same time, Keerthana comes into Johnny\'s life. The friendship that started between the two turns into love. Johnny comes to know that Keerthana is in danger. How Johnny brings Keerthana out of that danger is very interesting. The songs picturized in Kullu Manali and the action episodes are the highlights. The director took the story towards horror with unexpected twists. Rishita and Meghana impressed everyone by playing the heroines. Renu Priya, Sandhya, Jeeva, Vijay Rangaraj, Jabardhasth Apparao, Jabardhasth Sunny and others impressed in other roles. This film has a rating of 8.9 on IMDB. It has a rating of 9.3 on BookMyShow.&nbsp;

Nenu-Keerthana Movie gets amazing response on Amazon Prime Video

Nenu-Keerthana Movie gets amazing response

Ram Charan's new film Peddi, directed by Buchi Babu Sana, is generating significant buzz. The film's teaser was launched on Ram Charan's birthday and became a sensation. Peddi is a mass drama that promises to deliver high-octane action and drama. The film's shoot is currently underway, with notable actors like Shivaraj Kumar and Jagapathi Babu in key roles.

While Janhvi Kapoor is the female lead, Kajal Aggarwal is reportedly in talks for a cameo in the film, which would mark collaboration with Ram Charan.Kajal Aggarwal and Ram Charan have a proven track record of delivering hits together, and their collaboration in Peddi is expected to generate significant excitement.

According to sources, Kajal has been approached for a few scenes and a special song in the film. A.R. Rahman is composing the music for Peddi, and one of the songs featuring Kajal is expected to be a mass number. The film is being produced by Vriddhi Cinemas, Mythri Movie Makers, and Sukumar Writings.

Peddi promises to be an action-packed drama with a talented cast and crew. Buchi Babu Sana's direction and A.R. Rahman's music are expected to elevate the film's impact. With Kajal Aggarwal on board, the film's appeal is likely to increase, especially among fans of the Ram Charan-Kajal Aggarwal pair. This would be their third film after Magadheera and Nayak. Peddi is slated to release on March 27, 2026.

Kajal Aggarwal In Peddi

Ram Charan Peddi Gets Kajal Aggarwal On Board

Vishal, the Tamil actor and producer, has been in the news recently due to Abhinaya\'s marriage. The discussion about Vishal\'s relationship and marriage has resurfaced, and fans are curious to know more about his past relationships.\r\n<h2>Relationship with Varalaxmi Sarathkumar</h2>\r\nVishal and Varalaxmi Sarathkumar were rumored to be in a relationship a few years ago. However, both maintained that they were just good friends. Varalaxmi even referred to Vishal as her childhood friend and soulmate in an interview. Their friendship reportedly hit a rough patch when Vishal mentioned Varalaxmi\'s father, Sarathkumar, during Nadigar Sangam elections.\r\n<h2>Engagement to Anisha Alla Reddy</h2>\r\nVishal got engaged to Anisha Alla Reddy, an actress who has appeared in films like \"Pelli Choopulu\" and \"Arjun Reddy,\" in March 2019. However, the engagement was later called off for undisclosed reasons.\r\n<h2>Rumored Relationship with Abhinaya</h2>\r\nAbhinaya, another actress, was frequently linked romantically with Vishal. However, Abhinaya has consistently denied any romantic relationship with Vishal, stating that he is just a loyal friend. Abhinaya has now married to her longtime boyfriend, putting an end to any speculation about a romantic involvement with Vishal. She had previously mentioned being in a relationship with her childhood friend for 15 years.\r\n<h2>Vishal\'s Health Issues</h2>\r\nIn January 2025, Vishal\'s appearance at a press event caused concern as he was seen shivering. He was later diagnosed with a viral fever and advised to rest. Vishal\'s manager clarified that he had body aches and fatigue due to the fever and was recovering. Vishal himself addressed the health rumors, stating that he had a common fever and had fully recovered.\r\nVishal\'s relationship history has been a topic of discussion among fans, and his recent health issues have also raised concerns. However, it seems that Vishal is focused on his career and is taking care of his health. As for Abhinaya, she has moved on to a new chapter in her life with her marriage to her longtime boyfriend.

Vishal And Abhinaya Breakup Story

What Happened Between Vishal And Abhinaya

Rajamouli crazy sensation with thousands with Mahesh in SSMB29. SSMB29 is progressing in full swing and expectations are high as Rajamouli and Mahesh Babu are coming together for the first time in their career and this happens to be Rajamouli's first after the sensation of his magnum opus RRR.
The film already completed three schedules and now the unit is heading for the fourth schedule. Sources say Rajamouli is planning a crazy sequence with more than 3000 people with Mahesh Babu. Rajamouli already hired these junior artists and he will be shooting an intense action sequence with them along with Mahesh Babu.
The action sequence will be shot under sea involving boats. Already they are gearing up to do the rehearsals by the last week of April and the real action sequence would be shot next. Priyanka Chopra is the female lead and Prithviraj Sukumaran is playing important roles. Keeravani is the music director for the film while Deva Katta is penning the dialogues.

Crazy Action Secquence For SSMB29

Rajamouli crazy sensation with thousands with Mahesh in SSMB29

Naga Chaitanya is all set to embark on a new project with Karthik Dandu, the director of Virupaksha. The film, titled Vrusha Karma, is a mythical thriller that promises to deliver a gripping narrative. With a planned budget of over 100 crores, this film is shaping up to be a major venture for the actor. Naga Chaitanya joined the shoot and the film is slated for a summer release in 2026.\r\nVrusha Karma stars Meenakshi Chaudhary as the female lead, with music composed by B. Ajaneesh Loknath. Produced by SVCC and Sukumar Writings, the project has been in the works for over a year, with the makers confident about delivering a must-watch cinematic experience. Naga Chaitanya\'s new look for the film has generated buzz, and his character arc is expected to be shocking.&nbsp;\r\nWith a budget of over 100 crores, this film marks a significant risk for the actor, but the success of his previous film Thandel, which grossed over 100 crores worldwide, has set the stage for this ambitious project. Naga Chaitanya\'s fans are eagerly waiting for the film\'s release, and the actor\'s comeback with Thandel has generated high expectations.\r\nThe film\'s pre-production work has been extensive, and the makers are confident about delivering a new-age thrilling cinematic experience. With a talented cast and crew, Vrusha Karma promises to be an exciting project that will keep audiences on the edge of their seats. The success of Thandel has paved the way for Naga Chaitanya\'s next big film, and the actor is all set to take on a new challenge with Vrusha Karma.&nbsp;\r\n<div></div>

NC Next Involves High Stakes

Naga Chaitanya-Karthik Dandu Film To Have 100 Crores Budget

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Sensational special song in Peddi. Ram Charan's upcoming entertainer Peddi directed by Buchhi Babu Sana is progressing at a brisk pace. The film's promotions are generating tremendous interest and it is known that Janhvi Kapoor is playing the female lead while Shiva Rajkumar, Jagapathi Babu and Divyendu Sharma are playing important roles. Rahman is the music director for the film.

The film's glimpse is already setting the internet on fire. Now reports are coming that Buchhi Babu Sana is planning a special song in the film and this song will create a sensation on the big screen. Top heroine is in consultation do to the special song which will be shot in an extravagant manner.

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Rahman already completed tunes for the songs and Buchhi Babu Sana should decide on the songs placement in the story. The film is bankrolled on Mythri Movie Makers, Sukumar Writings and Vriddhi Cinemas banner.The film is slated for a grand release on 27 March 2026.

Peddi having Sensational Special

Sensational special song in Ram Charan Peddi

Rajinikanth, a legendary actor and a name synonymous with stardom, has been making waves in the film industry with his recent projects. After a long absence, he made a successful comeback with Jailer, which revived the Rajinikanth brand and re-established his presence in the audience's minds. His previous film, Vettiyan, did decent at boxoffice, and now fans are eagerly awaiting his upcoming film Coolie, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj.

The shooting for Coolie is nearing completion, with Rajinikanth having finished his portions. The film has generated significant interest among audiences, especially with Nagarjuna playing a significant role. Recently, the release date for Coolie was announced as August 14, which has further heightened the excitement. There are reports that the makers are demanding a substantial price for the Telugu distribution rights, with speculation suggesting that the asking price could reach â‚¹40 - 50 crore.

If the rights are indeed sold for that amount, the movie would need to generate over â‚¹80 crore in Telugu states to be considered a successful hit at the Tollywood box office. The high stakes have generated significant interest among fans and industry insiders alike.

With Lokesh Kanagaraj at the helm, known for his engaging storytelling, Coolie promises to be an exciting ride. The anticipation for Coolie is high, and fans are eagerly waiting to see Rajinikanth on the big screen again. With its star-studded cast and engaging plot, Coolie is shaping up to be a exciting film.

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