&nbsp;Security increased after Varanasi leaks. Rajamouli and Mahesh Babu's upcoming Varanasi is the cynosure of all eyes. Despite strong security measures by the makers, they have been suffering leaks from various quarters for a long time, and this is dampening the spirits of the fans.Even yesterday, they suffered leaks, much to the shock of all, and question makers are raised over Rajamouli's meticulous planning. In the meantime, it is coming out that the security has been beefed up at the shooting spots and in and around the place.The film stars Priyanka Chopra as the female lead, while Prithviraj Sukumaran plays an important role. The music for the film is composed by Keeravani, and the story is provided by Vijayendra Prasad.Deva Katta is providing dialogues for the film, which is releasing on 7 April 2027. The film features Mahesh Babu as Lord Ram and Rudra while Priyanka and Prithviraj Sukumaran are playing the roles of Mandakini and Kumbha.&nbsp;

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Varanasi leaks: Security tightened

Security increased after Varanasi leaks

Salman steps in to resolve Don 3 controversy. The controversy regarding Don 3 involving Farhan Akthar and Ranveer Singh, resulted in the banning of Ranveer Sigh by &nbsp;the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE). Now reports are coming that Excel Entertainment sought compensation of around ₹45 crore for losses allegedly due to the project's delay and eventual disruption. Sources say Ranveer Singh decided to exit from the project due to delay in the finalization of the script.Inside talk is Ranveer Singh offered Rs 25crs as the compensation but the Excel Entertainment his hellbent on Rs 45crs. In the meantime it is coming out that Salman Khan decided to broker peace between the two.He called both parties and asked them to resolve the issue amicably for the good of the industry. Salman apparently advised Farhan to take up Ranveer’s offer of doing another film in lieu of Don 3. The veteran actor is very close to Farhan and his family, and is also fond of Ranveer.

Don 3 controversy: Is he the peacemaker

Salman steps in to resolve Don 3 controversy

&nbsp;&nbsp;Premalu 2 not happening. Movie lovers cannot forget Naslen's Premalu, which turned out to be a blockbuster. For long reports came about Premalu sequel.Now, Naslen speaking to scribes, said “Premalu 2 has officially been cancelled. Dileesh ettan has already spoken about it. Due to certain technical reasons, the project did not reach a perfect landing. Maybe it could happen in the future. But as of now, it has been cancelled. The project was stopped because the script did not achieve the required perfection."He also said that the door has not been completely shut. According to the actor, the team could revisit the sequel if they eventually find the right story and creative direction.Premalu starred Naslen and Mamitha Baiju, alongside Sangeeth Prathap, Akhila Bhargavan, Shyam Mohan, Meenakshi Raveendran, Mathew Thomas and Althaf Salim in the direction of Girish AD. The film follows Sachin Santhosh, a graduate from Kerala, plans to move to UK but instead goes to Hyderabad to take a GATE course, where he meets and falls in love with Reenu Roy, an IT company employee. &nbsp;

Premalu 2 gets heartbreaking update

Premalu 2 not happening

&nbsp;Kannada star Shivarajkumar spoke about his health and his role in the big Telugu film Peddi. At a promo event on Saturday, he said he almost left the film after his cancer diagnosis. The actor had to travel to the USA for treatment. He felt he should step out of the project due to his health. But director Buchi Babu Sana and the team decided to wait for him. Shivarajkumar thanked the director for the kind gesture and said it was a wonderful journey.The actor said he liked the story of Peddi as soon as Buchi Babu told him. He also spoke to Ram Charan the same day. The film shows everything a man faces in life in a very natural way. It talks about the bonds the hero shares with people he meets on his journey. Shivarajkumar said the film gives a good message to society. He praised the writing by Buchi Babu and called it wonderful.Peddi is produced by Mythri Movie Makers and Sukumar Writings. The cast includes Ram Charan, Janhvi Kapoor, Jagapathi Babu, and Divyenndu in his Telugu debut. The makers recently released a song with Shruti Haasan dancing with Ram Charan and Janhvi Kapoor. The film has music by AR Rahman, editing by Navin Nooli, camera by Ratnavelu, and production design by Avinash Kolla. It is set to release in theatres on June 4.Apart from Peddi, Shivarajkumar is also part of other big projects like Jailer 2. The actor said the team’s support during his cancer fight gave him strength. Fans have praised Peddi’s team for waiting for the star to recover. The film is one of the most awaited releases of the year and is expected to open on a large scale in many languages.

Shivanna Revealed How Peddi Team Waited For Him

Shivarajkumar Says Peddi Team Waited During His Cancer Treatment

&nbsp;Actor Suriya gifted a new Mahindra BE6 Batman edition car to cinematographer GK Vishnu for his work in the film Karuppu. GK Vishnu shared a photo with the car on Sunday on social media. He thanked Suriya and said the actor has a huge heart. The camera work in Karuppu got strong praise from both fans and critics. This gift came after the film did very well at the box office.Karuppu released in theatres on May 15 and became a big hit. The film earned close to Rs 300 crore worldwide. In India alone it made Rs 200 crore. It is the 22nd Tamil film to cross Rs 100 crore in Tamil Nadu. It is also Suriya’s first film to reach that mark in the state. The movie ended a slow period at the Tamil Nadu box office that had lasted since August 2025. Directed by RJ Balaji, Karuppu stars Suriya, Trisha, RJ Balaji, Indrans, Swasika, and Natty Subramaniam. Music is by Sai Abhyankkar and editing is by R Kalaivanan.While the film did great business, reviews were mixed. Many people liked Suriya’s performance and the hero scenes. But some felt the second half was weak and the writing was too easy. Still, the audience response stayed strong in theatres. The film marks the first time RJ Balaji and Suriya worked together. GK Vishnu’s visuals were a big reason for the film’s grand look and scale.GK Vishnu started his career as a cinematographer with Atlee’s Mersal and later worked on Bigil. He also shot films like Ravanasura and Jawan. His work in Karuppu got special mention for its style and clarity. Next he will team up with Atlee again for the Allu Arjun film titled Raaka. Suriya is known to gift cars and bikes to his team after film success. He did the same for his crew during earlier films too. &nbsp;

Suriya Expensive Gift To Karuppu DOP

Suriya Gifts Mahindra BE6 Car to Karuppu Cinematographer GK Vishnu

&nbsp;&nbsp;Actor and director Ravi Mohan has officially joined the Lokesh Cinematic Universe. Director Lokesh Kanagaraj shared the news on Sunday with photos from the sets of Benz. He welcomed Ravi Mohan to the team and said he is happy to have him in the universe. The film is directed by Bakkiyaraj Kannan and is the fourth movie in the popular LCU series.Benz already has a strong cast with Raghava Lawrence, Nivin Pauly, and Samyuktha in key roles. Nivin Pauly plays the main villain named Twin Fish Walter. The actor called his role ruthless and said the film will be full of action and bloodshed. Raghava Lawrence leads the film as the hero. The story is said to be a high-energy action drama that will add a new style to the LCU. Lokesh Kanagaraj is producing the film with Sudhan Sundaram and Jagadish Palanisamy under G Squad, Passion Studios, and The Route banners.The technical team of Benz includes music by Sai Abhyankkar, cinematography by Goutham George, editing by Philomin Raj, and art by Jacki. Pradeep Boopathi is the creative producer. While Lokesh is not directing this film, he confirmed that Benz is part of the same world as Kaithi, Vikram, and Leo. More details about the roles of Ravi Mohan, Raghava Lawrence, and Samyuktha will be out soon.Ravi Mohan is also busy with other projects right now. He is shooting for his first film as a director called An Ordinary Man. He recently finished work on Karathey Babu by Ganesh K Babu and started a new film with debut director GND Shyam Kumar. He also has Genie and Karthik Yogi’s Bro Code in his lineup. With Benz, fans are excited to see how his role connects to the bigger LCU story.

Lokesh Welcomes Ravi Mohan To Benz

Ravi Mohan Enters Lokesh Cinematic Universe With Benz

Samantha, Kajal friendship going great guns. Samantha and Kajal share good bonding. Samantha recently invited Kajal for her film's promotion.A source shares “Samantha and Kajal have been friends for many years,” and “They worked together in Brindavanam opposite Jr NTR and developed a good rapport during the film. Despite being viewed as rivals later because they worked with the same top Telugu stars, their friendship remained intact.” She added, “Their friendship has survived the pressures of stardom and rivalry. They have always stayed in touch and supported each other. Kajal is just a phone call away whenever Samantha needs her.”Another source adds “Their friendship has survived the pressures of stardom and rivalry. They have always stayed in touch and supported each other. Kajal is just a phone call away whenever Samantha needs her.”The source adds that apart from Samantha, Kajal along with Rakul and Tamannaah share good bonding. “They attend select gatherings, spend quality time together, and have built a strong bond over the years.” &nbsp;

Samatha, Kajal friendship goes strong

Samantha, Kajal friendship going great guns

&nbsp;Kalyan Ram son Sourya Ram, kickboxing skills become a talking point. Kalyan Ram's son, Sourya Ram's kickboxing skills are going viral on social media and this is becoming the talking point.Kona Venkat, speaking about it says “There is nothing wrong with star kids trying their luck in Tollywood,” He added“They have an established legacy and naturally feel motivated to carry it forward. Ultimately, however, success depends on talent, hard work, and the audience's acceptance.”He adds, “Many star kids have succeeded, while others have struggled. At the end of the day, audiences decide who stays and who doesn’t,”Kalyan Ram is currently starring in the direction of Anil Ravipudi. The film also stars Venkatesh in other role. Reports have it that the film stars Krithi Shetty as the female lead opposite Kalyan Ram. The film is up for release during Sankranti 2026. Keerthy Suresh is the female lead opposite Venkatesh.&nbsp;

Kalyan Ram son showcases his kickboxing skills

Kalyan Ram son Sourya Ram kickboxing skills become talking point

Ram Charan shocking decision for Peddi. Ram Charan's Peddi, directed by Buchi Babu Sana, is releasing on 4 June 2026. The makers are promoting the film across the country, and it is coming out that Ram Charan turned vegetarian for his role.Ram Charan shares, “Turning vegetarian was not difficult. The physical transformation was definitely tough. But nothing feels difficult when something is done with love and passion. In fact, it makes you want to do it again and again.” Ram Charan played the role of the cricketer and wrestler in the film. A source adds, "Even after completing the film, he has continued with the lifestyle and is now a strict vegetarian. His meals are cooked separately from the rest of the family’s, and he avoids eating out, preferring homemade vegetarian food."The source continued, "The role demanded a major physical transformation. Ram Charan had to build the body of a wrestler, achieve the lean agility of a cricketer and develop the stamina of a sprinter. To prepare for the part, he underwent rigorous training."

Peddi: Ram Charan shocking decision

Ram Charan shocking decision for Peddi

&nbsp;The craze for re-releases in Telugu cinema is slowing down. Over the last few years, old films of star heroes returned to theatres and got huge love from fans. The trend started with Mahesh Babu’s films and was later picked up by fans of other stars. Many classics got big openings without much promotion. But now the response is weak. New re-releases are not bringing the same crowd to theatres.Junior NTR’s Oosaravelli is a clear example. The film was released again for NTR’s birthday with special shows and events. Still, the box office numbers were low. There was not much talk about the collections. Mahesh Babu’s Atithi also did not meet expectations. The team added new elements and planned special screenings, but bookings stayed flat. Only a few single screens saw some crowd. The huge rush seen with past re-releases was missing.Both Oosaravelli and Atithi were directed by Surender Reddy. Their weak run has started a debate in the industry. Mahesh Babu’s 1 Nenokkadine also faced a similar fate. The film had good buzz on social media before its release. Yet ticket sales did not pick up, and fans were disappointed. Earlier re-releases like Jalsa, Pokiri, and Kushi had houseful shows and record numbers for old films.The main reason looks simple. Too many re-releases in a short time have reduced the excitement. Fans cannot watch every old film again in theatres. The surprise factor is gone. Also, not all films have repeat value on the big screen. Unless it is a true classic or a cult hit, audience interest is low. For now, the re-release wave seems to be over, and makers may need to be more careful with future picks.

Is This The End Of Re-release Era

Re-Release Trend Slows Down in Telugu Cinema

&nbsp;Ram Charan is busy with promotions for Peddhi. The sports action drama will release worldwide on June 4, 2026. The actor will take a short break after the release and then start his next film with director Sukumar. Sukumar is now a pan-India name after the Pushpa films. Ram Charan became a global star with RRR. Their film together is expected to be a big event for Indian cinema.Sukumar has already finished the script for Ram Charan’s film. The shoot is planned to begin soon after the actor’s one month rest. The project will be made on a large scale with a wide release in Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam. The film is said to be a period action drama with strong emotions. Music, cast, and other details will be announced after Peddhi hits theatres.Ram Charan is also talking to other top directors for future films. He recently heard a story from KGF and Salaar director Prashanth Neel. Reports say he liked the idea and may soon give his final nod. Bollywood director Sanjay Leela Bhansali also met Ram Charan and narrated a script. The actor is showing interest in that project too. Talks are going on and an official update may come later this year.With Peddhi, the Sukumar film, and talks with Prashanth Neel and Sanjay Leela Bhansali, Ram Charan’s schedule looks packed. These films could keep him busy for the next four to five years. Each project targets a pan-India audience and aims for a big box office result. Fans are excited to see the actor take up different roles with top directors from across industries.

Ram Charan Interesting Lineup After Peddi

Ram Charan’s Upcoming Films Look Strong After Peddhi

&nbsp;A Delhi court has ordered charges against actor Jacqueline Fernandez, Sukesh Chandrashekar, and 15 others in a Rs 200 crore money laundering case. Additional Sessions Judge Prashant Sharma said there is enough material to show strong suspicion against all accused. The charges will be framed under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act. The court gave this order on Saturday after hearing arguments from both sides.The case says Sukesh Chandrashekar ran a crime network from jail. He posed as top officers from the Prime Minister’s Office, Home Ministry, and Law Ministry. Using fake calls and apps, he cheated Aditi Singh, wife of former Fortis promoter Shivinder Singh, and her family. The group took huge sums of money by promising help in a legal matter. Sukesh was first arrested by Delhi Police in 2017 and later by the Enforcement Directorate in 2021.The Enforcement Directorate says more than Rs 200 crore was collected through cheating and threats. The money was moved through bank accounts, cash, and shell firms. It was used to buy property, luxury cars, and costly gifts. The agency found phones, chat records, bank details, and other proof during searches. The ED says Jacqueline Fernandez stayed in touch with Sukesh and got expensive gifts through Pinky Irani. The actor says she did not know the money was from crime and calls herself a victim.Other accused in the case include Sukesh’s wife Leena Maria Paul, Deepak Ramnani, Pradeep Ramdanee, B Mohanraj, Arun Muthu, and others. The ED has filed multiple chargesheets and attached assets worth crores. With the court’s order, the trial will now move ahead. Dates for framing of charges will be fixed soon. This case is one of the biggest money laundering probes involving a film star in recent years.