Allu Arjun is known for his riveting and impactful performances apart from his stylish looks and scintillating dances and stunts. He made a poweful impact with his performance as Pusharaj in Pushpa The Rise and Pushpa The Rule.\r\nHe is currently busy with his upcoming project under the direction of Atlee. The project referred to AA22xA6 is progressing at a brisk pace. Now inside talk is the makers are shooting a crazy action sequence. According to the sources, Atlee is shooting unnderwater action sequence on Allu Arjun.\r\nTop Hollywood technicians are canning this sequence and sources say this will be the highlight in the film. Even in the film posters, the makers showed scenes featuring water. Sai Abhyankar is the music director for the film which stars Deepika Padukone as the female lead.\r\nThe film also feature Janhvi Kapoor,&nbsp; Mrunal Thakur and Rashmika Mandanna in other roles.&nbsp; The film is bankrolled in a prestigious manner on Sun Pictures banner.&nbsp;

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Allu Arjun showing power underwater

Rashmika Mandanna&rsquo;s latest film, Thamma, is now available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video in Telugu and Hindi, following a successful theatrical run. Initially accessible on a rental basis since December 2, 2025, the film is now open to all Prime Video subscribers as of December 16, 2025.&nbsp;\r\nThamma blends supernatural thrills with humor, making it a unique addition to the Maddock Horror Comedy Universe (MHCU), which includes hits like Stree, Munjya, and Bhediya. The film, directed by Aditya Sarpotdar and produced by Dinesh Vijan under Maddock Films, stars Ayushmann Khurrana, Rashmika Mandanna, and Nawazuddin Siddiqui in lead roles, with supporting performances by Paresh Rawal and Faisal Malik.&nbsp;\r\nSpecial appearances include Varun Dhawan, Abhishek Banerjee, Nora Fatehi, and Malaika Arora. The story follows Alok (Ayushmann), humanity&rsquo;s last hope, and Tadaka (Rashmika), a mystical being, as they battle Yakshasan (Nawazuddin), a dark ruler threatening the world.\r\nThamma hit theaters on October 21, 2025, during Diwali, and though it received mixed reviews, it was a moderate box office success, grossing â‚¹187 crore worldwide. The film&rsquo;s digital debut allows fans to dive into its supernatural adventures from home. With its mix of horror, romance, and comedy, Thamma is a thrilling watch for fans of the genre.&nbsp;\r\n<div></div>

Thamma Now Streaming In Telugu

Rashmika Supernatural Horror Comedy Thamma Now Streaming

Avatar: Fire and Ash, the latest installment in James Cameron\'s sci-fi epic, has debuted with a 70% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, marking the lowest score in the franchise\'s history. Early reviews have left fans disappointed, with many expecting a stronger critical reception ahead of its December 19, 2025, release. The 3 hour and 12 minute film is set to hit theaters soon, but bookings in India aren\'t as buzzing as they were for Avatar: The Way of Water\r\nThe original Avatar (2009) shattered records, grossing $2.9 billion globally and earning an 81% Tomatometer score. The Way of Water (2022) followed with a 76% rating and over $2.3 billion in earnings, though mixed reviews seemed to impact Fire and Ash\'s early momentum. With pre-sales below expectations, the film&rsquo;s success now hinges on positive word of mouth.\r\nCritics are split on Fire and Ash, praising its visuals but questioning its narrative depth. While the franchise&rsquo;s technical prowess remains unmatched, some feel the story plays it safe. Audience excitement is still palpable, but the film needs to hit or surpass $2 billion globally to keep the franchise thriving.\r\nGiven James Cameron&rsquo;s track record, it&rsquo;s wise to reserve judgment until the curtains close. With Christmas around the corner, Avatar: Fire and Ash might still surprise. Avatar Fire and Ash Debuts With Lowest Rotten Tomatoes Rating in Franchise History

Mixed Reviews For Avatar Fire And Ash

James Cameron Avatar Fire and Ash Faces Mixed Reviews

Sankranthi 2026 is shaping up to be an exciting period for Telugu cinema, with a slew of big releases, including Tamil dubbed titles. Fans have something to look forward to with heavyweights like Prabhas, Vijay, and Chiranjeevi hitting the screens. The OTT streaming partners for these films are already out, adding to the buzz.
Prabhas's The Raja Saab, directed by Maruthi, hits theaters on January 9, 2026, with Jio Hotstar bagging the OTT rights. Tamil superstar Vijay's farewell film, Jana Nayagan, directed by H. Vinoth, also releases on January 9 in Tamil and dubbed Telugu, streaming on Prime Video. Megastar Chiranjeevi's Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu, with director Anil Ravipudi, lands on January 12, and Z5 has secured its OTT rights.
Z5 is making a big play this Sankranthi, acquiring three films, Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu, Parasakthi starring Sivakarthikeyan slated for Jan 14 release and RaviTeja's Bhartha Mahasayulaku Wignyapthi. Meanwhile, Netflix will stream Anaganaga Oka Raju, a comedy with Naveen Polishetty and Meenaakshi Chaudhary, on January 14, produced by Sithara Entertainments.
With streaming platforms gaining traction, audiences are curious about the OTT partners. Here's the rundown:
The Raja Saab &ndash; Jio Hotstar
Jana Nayagan &ndash; Prime Video
Parasakthi &ndash; Z5
Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu &ndash; Z5
Bhartha Mahasayulaku Wignyapthi &ndash; Z5
Anaganaga Oka Raju &ndash; Netflix

OTT Partners Of Sankranthi Films

Streaming Partners Of Sankranthi Biggies

Rockstar Devi Sri Prasad has dedicated the catchy track \"Dekhlenge Saala\" from Pawan Kalyan\'s upcoming film Ustaad Bhagat Singh to his late father, Sri Satya Murthy. In an emotional post on X, DSP wrote, \"To the man who taught me life is all about confidence... I dedicate #DekhLengeSaala. Dearest daddy.. Love you &amp; miss you. Can&rsquo;t believe it&rsquo;s been 10 years.\"\r\nDirector Harish Shankar, who helms Ustaad Bhagat Singh, responded with praise, \"Sir ji, &lsquo;Kevvu Keka&rsquo; the iconic hook word was given by your daddy. Dedicating &lsquo;Dekhlenge Saala&rsquo; is a true honour to the entire Ustaad Bhagat Singh family.\" Devi Sri Prasad reciprocated, \"Thank you, sir ji. Can never forget how daddy loved you!\"\r\nThe pulsating \"Dekhlenge Saala,\" sung by Vishal Dadlani and Haripriya, was recently released as a lyrical video, delighting fans. This high energy anthem, meant to boost confidence, has become a hit breaking records with 29.6 million views in 24 hours. In a unique move, the makers involved one lakh fans in releasing the song&rsquo;s lyric sheet.\r\nProduced by Mythri Movie Makers Naveen Yerneni and Y. Ravi Shankar,&nbsp; Ustaad Bhagat Singh stars Pawan Kalyan and Sreeleela. With DSP&rsquo;s music, Ravi Varman\'s cinematography, and action choreography by Ram-Laxman, the film is creating huge buzz.&nbsp;\r\n<div></div>

DSP Dedicated DS To His Guiding Light

Devi Sri Prasad Tributes His Latest Composition From Ustad Bhagat Singh To His Father

Ram Charan-Janhvi Kapoor\'s rustic entertainer Peddi is progressing in full swing under the direction of Buchhi Babu Sana.\r\nThe film is up for release on 27 March 2026. It is known that the makers released the first single Chikiri Chikiri shot on Ram Charan and Janhvi Kapoor and tuned by oscar winner AR.Rahman.\r\nThe song at once turned out to be an instant chartbuster and its sensation is still going on on socialmedia. According to the latest, the song\'s Telugu version already got 150 million views and also 1.1 million likes on youtube.\r\nShiva Rajkumar, Jagapathi Babu, Divyendu Sharma are playing important roles in the film which is produced by Venkata Satish Kilaru of Vriddhi Cinemas in a prestigious manner. The makers are planning to wrap the shoot by Jan 2026.\r\nBuchhi Babu Sana captured the imagination of all with his debut film Uppena and so expectations are high on Peddi.\r\n<div></div>

Peddi: Chikiri Chikiri smashes a century

Chikiri Chikiri sensation from Peddi going on

Tamil director turned actor Pradeep Ranganathan is making a comeback behind the camera. After scoring back to back hits with&nbsp; Love Today, Dragon, and Dude, Pradeep is set to direct his next film under AGS Entertainment, with himself as the lead hero. The film is planned for a 2026 shoot and release, marking his third collaboration with AGS Productions.\r\nIn Love Today (2022), Pradeep not only directed but also starred in the film, which raked in â‚¹100 crore at the box office. He then focused on acting, featuring in Dragon, Dude, and the yet to release Love Insurance Kompany (LIK). Producer Archana Kalpathi of AGS Entertainment confirmed the project, highlighting Pradeep&rsquo;s strong track record with the studio.\r\nPradeep&rsquo;s last release, Dude, directed by Keerthiswaran, saw him alongside Mamitha Baiju, with the event-planning drama grossing over â‚¹100 crore globally. It was his third consecutive 100-crore hit, outpacing Bison and Diesel this Diwali. Though Dude received mixed reviews, Pradeep&rsquo;s charm won audiences.\r\nMeanwhile, Love Insurance Kompany (LIK), directed by Vignesh Shivan with Krithi Shetty and SJ Suryah, was delayed from its Deepavali release and now awaits a new date. Backed by Rowdy Pictures and Seven Screen Studio, the sci-fi rom com has been quiet on promotions. With this return to directing, fans are curious will Pradeep Ranganathan&rsquo;s blend of humor and heart win again?&nbsp;\r\n<div></div>

PR Returns To Direction

Pradeep Ranganathan Returns to Directing with a New Project

Rakul Preet Singh sharing her thoughts asked people to be careful about a doctor. Rakul Preet Singh shared a video on Instagram where a person claiming to be a medical professional analysed her &lsquo;then and now&rsquo; looks and suggested that she had undergone cosmetic procedures. In the video, the man compared old photos of Rakul with newer ones and claimed that the actor had Botox, fillers and a nose job. He also criticised her for not openly discussing her cosmetic procedures and for only focusing on fitness, thereby setting what he described as unrealistic expectations for others.\r\nRakul Preet Singh sharing her feelings, posted &ldquo;Fraud alert: it&rsquo;s scary that people like him are claiming to be doctors and making statements without any factual checks and misleading people.&rdquo;\r\nShe continued&nbsp; &ldquo;Being an actor who understands ancient and modern science, I have no issues if people do surgeries, but there is also another thing called weight loss that comes from hard work. Ever heard of that?&rdquo; she wrote, cautioning followers to &ldquo;beware of such &lsquo;doctors&rsquo;.\r\n<div></div>

Rakul Preet takes on the doctor

Rakul Preet Singh furious on the doctor

Border 2 directed by Anurag Singh is progressing at a brisk pace. The film is generating immense interest as it happens to be the sequel to the hit film Border.\r\nThe film stars Varun Dhawan in the lead role while Sunny Deol,Ahan Shetty, Diljit Dosanjh, Medha Rana, Mona Singh, and Sonam Bajwa are playing important roles.\r\nThe makers today released the film\'s teaser.The teaser starts with visuals of the 1971 Indo-Pak War, with Sunny Deol\'s voice daring Pakistan to infiltrate India. Varun, Diljit, and Ahan are seen standing guard at various frontiers. A montage of fights and moments from their personal lives follows.\r\nSunny Deol thunders asking his men to yell so loudly that even Lahore can hear Indian soldier\'s war cries. The trailer closes with more visuals of aerial and ground battles, as well as naval warfare.\r\nThe makers released the teaser to pay tributes to the armed forces on the Vijay Diwas Day 16, December 2025. Border 2 stars Sonam Bajwa, Mona Singh, Medha Rana, Paramvir Cheema, Guneet Sandhu, and Angad Singh. Border 2 releases in cinemas on January 23, 2026,\r\n<div></div>

Border 2 teaser talk

Border 2 teaser review

In a heart-warming gesture, Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister and Power Star Pawan Kalyan gifted a luxurious Land Rover Defender to Sujeeth, the director of their recent collaboration, They Call Him OG. The film, released on September 25, 2025, marked Pawan Kalyan's comeback and Sujeeth's first project with the Power Star. Sujeeth took to social media to express his gratitude, calling it the "best gift ever" and sharing photos of the meet.
They Call Him OG, produced by DVV Entertainment, follows the story of Ojas Gambheera, a former gangster seeking vengeance against rival crime lords after a decade long disappearance. The action packed movie features Emraan Hashmi in his Telugu debut, alongside Arjun Das, Sriya Reddy, and Priyanka Mohan. Despite receiving mixed reviews, the film has been a commercial success, grossing over â‚¹200 crore in India and â‚¹300 crore worldwide, making it Tollywood's biggest grosser of 2025 and Pawan Kalyan's highest grossing film.
The Land Rover Defender, valued at around â‚¹2 crore, symbolizes Pawan Kalyan's appreciation for Sujeeth's dedication to the project. In his heartfelt note, Sujeeth expressed being overwhelmed with joy and gratitude, reminiscing about his childhood fandom of Pawan Kalyan. The gesture has delighted fans, who are eagerly awaiting the sequel, with Pawan Kalyan already confirming his involvement.
Sujeeth, known for directing&nbsp; Run Raja Run and&nbsp; Saaho, is now working with Nani on an action comedy, while Pawan Kalyan gears up for&nbsp; Ustaad Bhagat Singh next year. The OG director praised Pawan Kalyan's support, stating, "The love and encouragement from my dearest OG, Kalyan garu, means everything to me." The film has been streaming on Netflix since October 23, captivating audiences with its intense storyline.

Pawan Kalyan Costly Gift To Sujeeth

Pawan Kalyan Gifted Land Rover To OG Director Sujeeth

\r\nBobby Simha, Hebah Patel new film launched. Versatile actor Bobby Simha\'s milestone 25th film was launched in style. The film stars hot beauty Hebah Patel as the female lead.\r\nBobby Simha will be seen in the lead role in Telugu for the first time in his career. Yuva Krishna of the Yuva Productions banner is producing the Telugu-Tamil bilingual which was launched in a traditional way with a pooja ceremony.\r\nTanikella Bharani and Surya Srinivas are playing important roles in the film. Bobby Simha says&nbsp; \"The script challenges an actor to push the limits.\" The film\'s regular shoot will start from 22 December in Visakhapatnam.\r\nMehar Yaramati has served as an executive producer in Maa Oori Polimera and Maa Oori Polimera 2 and he is directing the film.&nbsp; Vamsi K and Yashwant Sana penned the story for the film for which&nbsp; cinematographer J Krishna Das, music composer Siddharth Sadashivuni complete the technical team.\r\n

Bobby Simha milestone film launched

Bobby Simha and Hebah Patel new film launched

\r\nMehreen reacts to wedding rumours. Mehreen Kaur Pirzada who made a name for herself with her performances, speaking to scribes, reacted to rumours on her marriage.\r\nMehreen said \'News was published that I married a person. I do not even know him. I am not married to anyone. If I decided to get married I will announce myself to the entire world. Trust me\"\r\nMehreen said for the last two years she remained silent despite continuous rumours about her marriage. She said now she is forced to set the facts right and clarify on all these rumours.\r\nAfter F3 in 2022 in Telugu, Mehreen starred in only one Telugu film Spark and one Tamil film Indra. She is now starring in Kannada film . She said she didnot take a gap but she concentrated on the web series Sultan of Delhi.\r\nThough Mehreen was engaged to Bhavya Bishnoi from Haryana, her engagement got cancelled at the last moment.\r\n