Prabhas' sci fi entertainer Kalki 2898AD directed by Nag Ashwin got good response at the box office. People got goosebumps when Prabhas appeared in the iconic role of Karna.However few took strong exception on Nag Ashwin showing Karna in the most powerful and honorable manner. Drawing parallel with Akhil's Lenin and Pramod Panju's character in it, a fan posted "Perfect representation of KARNA on big screen in recent years, LENIN.Pure Evil, choosi nerchuko @nagashwin7""Na timeline lo chooste Prabhas glory posts kampadtayi nik, I like him But at the end of day, kalki climax was a blasphemy to hindus and krishna bhakts and i will call it out""With all due respect, it's not about what Krishna said there..It's about glorifying evil karna, Why did you clearly leave out the portion of his evil deeds and make him look like a hero at the end??That climax scene was the reason for all those Karna &gt; Arjun reels came out Please don't tell me you haven't seen those KARNA v ARJUN reels, entire GenZ now believes karna is better than arjuna It's still considered blasphemy because KRISHNA gave GITA upadesh to Arjun"Nag Ashwin reacted strongly with the following post.these are Sree Krishnas own words to arjuna in the drona vadha parva... pls read the Mahabharata...I suggest the bibek debroy version... Or google how many times krishna praised karna to arjuna. I have the greatest respect for our history. I know what I'm doing. Wait for part 2. ---- Pramod Nandivada&nbsp;

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Kalki sequel: Nag Ashwin powerful take to fans take on Karna

Kalki Sequel: Nag Ashwin powerful take

Akhil's Lenin is capturing the imagination of all. Akhil's performance and transformation is winning the hearts of all.Already Mega Star Chiranjeevi showered praises on the film and Akhil's performance. Now, maverick director Ram Gopal Varma came up with a stunning take on Akhil and his film Lenin.He posted "Hey @AkhilAkkineni8 Just saw #Lenin , and apart from the FILM being GREAT &nbsp;, I realised that you are the BEST ACTOR in the #Akkineni family and I swear this on @iamnagarjuna Your ease is remarkable even when there’s no emotion in the scenes and in the emotional scenes you KILLED it A BIG SHOUT OUT to #MuraliKishorAbburi for giving you AWESOME chords to PLAY"The film's music is tuned by Thaman and Bhagyashri Borse is the female lead. The film directed by Murali Kishor Abburu starred Shivaji, Easwari Rao, Brahmaji, Pramod Panju, Shatru in important roles.---- Pramod Nandivada &nbsp;

Maverick Director on Akhil

Ram Gopal Varma on Akhil Lenin

Akhil Akkineni’s Lenin is now his career-biggest hit. Directed by Murali Kishor Abburu, the period rural revenge drama stars Bhagyashri Borse. Jointly produced by Nagarjuna Akkineni and Naga Vamsi, the film opened to strong shows across AP, Telangana and overseas with excellent occupancy.The film grossed over Rs 61.1 crore worldwide in just three days. Day 3 beat day 1 and day 2 despite regular pricing, driven by strong word of mouth. Thaman’s music and action sequences drew repeat audiences, making Lenin trend on social media.After a string of mixed results, Lenin gives Akhil the breakthrough fans waited for. Critics praised the emotional core, rustic backdrop, and Akhil’s intense performance. The rural revenge theme connected well in B and C centers, boosting collections beyond expectations.With positive buzz intact, trade expects steady weekday numbers. The Akkineni-Naga Vamsi production is also getting traction in Hindi dubbed markets. If momentum holds, Lenin could cross the 100 crore mark and become Akhil’s first major success. - Veda

Lenin Hits Rs 61.1 Crore In 3 Days

Lenin First Weekend Box Office Collections

Srinivasa Mangapuram directed by Ajay Bhupathi of RX100 fame is generating immense interest as it marks the debut ofJaya Krishna, Super Star Krishna's grandson, and Ramesh Babu's son. It features Rasha Thadani, daughter of Raveena Tandon as the female lead. This happens to be Rasha's first project in Telugu.The makers released the trailer of the film and it got good response from all quarters. The film is slated for a grand release on 30 July 2026. In the meantime, it is coming out that Super Star Mahesh Babu will attending the pre release event of Srinivasa Mangapuram.Speaking at the trailer launch, Jayakrishna revealed that Mahesh Babu,his uncle willbe gracing the pre release function. The film stars Mohan Babu in a powerful role and the film is presented by C. Ashwini Dutt and produced by P. Kiran under the Chandamama Kathalu banner. &nbsp;The music for the film is tuned by GV.Prakash Kumar.---- Pramod Nandivada &nbsp;

Super Star to propel Srinivasa Mangapuram

Mahesh Babu for Srinivasa Mangapuram pre release event

King Nagarjuna's son Akhil finally came up with a decent hit with his recent film Lenin. The film directed by Murali Kishor Abburu starred Bhagyashri Borse as the female lead and Shivaji, Easwari Rao, Brahmaji, Pramod Panju, Shatru in important roles.King Nagarjuna is a happy man finally as his son Akhil scored his first hit at the box office after multiple attempts. The makers are celebrating the film's success.In the midst of all this, Lenin makers got a huge delight when none other than Mega Star Chiranjeevi showered praises on the film. Chiranjeevi posted "Hearing wonderful things about #Lenin. Delighted by the unanimous appreciation, especially for @AkhilAkkineni8’s performance. Akhil is very dear to me, like another son and it’s a joy to see him grow with every film.Congratulations to my dear friend @iamnagarjuna, the entire cast and crew. Looking forward to watching Lenin soon. Wishing the film continued success"Thaman scored music for the film which is produced by Naga Vamsi and Nagarjuna Akkineni under the banners of Sithara Entertainments and Annapurna Studios. ---- Pramod Nandivada

Chiranjeevi reviews Akhil Lenin

Lenin: Mega Star hails Akkineni Prince

&nbsp;Director Sujeeth announced Bloody Romeo with Nani after OG’s success and released a teaser that excited fans. But schedule changes forced a pause. With Nani’s The Paradise delayed, Sujeeth shifted focus to OG 2 starring Pawan Kalyan, prioritizing the big sequel first.Reports say Bloody Romeo is temporarily shelved until OG 2 wraps. Sujeeth chose to work on one film at a time to deliver quality. Script work and pre-production for the Pawan Kalyan sequel began quickly, pushing Nani’s action thriller to later in the lineup.OG 2 is expected to take several more months with major action blocks and pan-India plans. Industry sources say Sujeeth wants full attention on Pawan’s film. The delay leaves Nani’s fans waiting, but ensures OG 2 gets Sujeeth’s complete direction and scale.Nani’s next move is now unclear as The Paradise is also postponed. Trade buzz suggests he may pick another quick project while waiting. Meanwhile, Bloody Rome remains in development and will resume once OG 2 shoot and post-production are fully completed. - Veda

Is Bloody Romeo Kept In Back Burner

Sujeeth Puts Bloody Romeo On Hold For OG 2

&nbsp;&nbsp;Tensions erupted between Shekar Master and Johnny Master factions of the Film Dancers Association over elections and membership issues. Reports say both groups accused each other of mismanagement and ignoring dancer welfare. Police intervened to control the situation as arguments turned heated outside the association office in Hyderabad.The dispute escalated after a complaint was filed against Johnny Master and Sumalatha within the union. Members from Johnny Master’s group staged a protest demanding intervention from senior federation leaders. They alleged unfair decisions and lack of transparency in internal elections and benefit distribution for registered dancers.The Film Dancers Association has long faced internal politics over leadership roles. Sources claim differences grew regarding new member enrollments, voting rights, and welfare funds. Both Shekar Master and Johnny Master camps claim to represent the true interests of junior artists and background dancers working in Telugu cinema.Union heads are expected to hold talks soon to resolve the conflict. Dancers have urged quick action to avoid disruptions in film shoots. With Tollywood relying heavily on association coordination, fans and industry members hope the Shekar Master and Johnny Master teams reach a settlement peacefully.- Veda

Clash Between Top Tollywood Dance Masters

Shekar Master Team And Johnny Master Team Clash Over Association

&nbsp;&nbsp;Dhanush and Vetrimaaran’s Thamizh Murugan announcement has sparked fresh online debates with Jr. NTR and Trivikram’s untitled film. Both projects are rumored to center on Lord Murugan. Though unrelated, the timing led to Telugu-Tamil fan wars across X and Instagram before either film started shooting.Dhanush’s poster highlights Murugan’s Tamil roots with rustic visuals, while NTR’s announcement read “Born in the North. Forged in the Heartland. Worshipped in the South.” Tamil groups criticized the line, calling Murugan Tamil Kadavul. Telugu fans defended it, saying posters don’t reveal full story intent.Lord Murugan holds deep cultural significance in Tamil Nadu, and is widely worshipped across Andhra Pradesh and Telangana too. That shared devotion made both announcements trend nationally. Analysts note mythological subjects often unite audiences, but early marketing can trigger regional pride discussions online.Neither Thamizh Murugan nor NTR-Trivikram has begun production or revealed cast details. Dhanush-Vetrimaaran are known for intense storytelling, while NTR-Trivikram promises a big-budget devotional action drama. Until trailers arrive, fans are urged to wait as both teams focus on scripts and pre-production. - Veda

NTR Dhanush Films Announcement Solitav

Dhanush Thamizh Murugan And NTR Trivikram Film Fan Debate  

&nbsp;Ajith Kumar will team up with director Adhik Ravichandran again for AK64 after the massive success of Good Bad Ugly. The announcement sparked huge fan excitement online. The action entertainer is expected to carry mass appeal, stylish visuals, and Ajith’s signature swag that worked well in their previous collaboration.Good Bad Ugly became one of Ajith’s biggest commercial hits in 2025, known for nostalgic references and high-octane sequences. Adhik and Ajith’s chemistry was widely praised. Their bond actually began during Nerkonda Paarvai, when Adhik appeared in a role and narrated ideas to Ajith, finally materializing years later.For the first time, Ajith will produce AK64 himself, signaling bigger creative control. Industry sources say this is among his most ambitious projects. Bankrolling the film shows strong faith in Adhik’s vision and their proven combo. Fans expect a bigger budget and pan-India promotional push.The film is likely to begin shooting in August 2026, with pre-production underway in Chennai. Title, genre and cast are under wraps, but expectations are sky high after Good Bad Ugly. With Ajith as actor-producer and Adhik directing, AK64 aims to deliver another blockbuster for Thala fans. - Veda

Ajith Turns Producer With AK64

Ajith Kumar And Adhik Ravichandran Reunite For AK64

&nbsp;&nbsp;Samantha Ruth Prabhu’s action drama Maa Inti Bangaram will stream on JioHotstar from July 17, 2026. The film became 2026’s biggest female-led Telugu hit, crossing ₹100 crore worldwide. It is praised for Samantha’s powerful role, sharp action, dark comedy and strong emotional core that connected with family audiences.Directed by B. V. Nandini Reddy, the story follows an ordinary woman who fights to protect her family. Samantha leads with Gulshan Devaiah, Diganth, Gautami, Sreemukhi and Chaitanya Krishna. The film marks Samantha’s producer debut under Tralala Moving Pictures, with music by Santhosh Narayanan and gritty visuals boosting its mass appeal.After a stellar theatrical run, Maa Inti Bangaram set a new benchmark for women-centric Telugu cinema. Word of mouth and repeat audiences pushed collections globally, especially in US and GCC. Critics highlighted its blend of action, emotion and humor as key to its blockbuster status.The JioHotstar premiere gives OTT viewers a chance to watch the ₹100 crore grosser at home. With gripping fights, relatable family drama and Samantha’s commanding screen presence, the film is expected to draw huge streaming numbers. It proves female-led stories can dominate both theaters and digital platforms. - Veda

Maa Inti Bangaaram OTT Streaming Date

Samantha Maa Inti Bangaram OTT Streaming On JioHotstar

Super Star Krishna's grandson, Ramesh Babu's son Jaya Krishna is making his debut with Srinivasa Mangapuram and the film is racing for a grand release on 30 July 2026.The film's promotions are exciting all and today the makers released the trailer. The film makers the entry of Rasha Thadani, daughter of Raveena Tandon into Tollywood. The trailer starts highlighting the blossoming of love between Srinu (Jaya Krishna) and Manga (Rasha Thadani).<figure class="media"><div data-oembed-url="https://youtu.be/kKIqF2oyj1Q">
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 </div></figure>Their love story faces an unexpected hurdle in form of Venkatappayya Naidu (Mohan Babu) and all boils down to how the lovers overcome the difficult hurdles. Mohan Babu made his presence felt with towering personality while Jaya Krishna and Rasha Thadani looked good on the screen.The cinematography and BGM elevated the scenes. The music for the film is tuned by GV.Prakash Kumar. Ajay Bhupathi of RX100 fame is directing the film . Kiran under Chandamama Kathalu Pictures is producing the film. . Ashwini Dutt is presenting the film under Vyjayanthi Movies banner.---- Pramod Nandivada &nbsp;

Srinivasa Mangapuram trailer talk

Srinivasa Mangapuram trailer review

Rashmika Mandanna endeared herself to all with her powerful performances in films like Pushpa, Animal and Chhaava.She is now busy with Vijay Devarakonda's Ranabali and also starring in Mysaa, female oriented entertainer directed by Ravindra Pule. She is getting flooded with various crazy offers and in the midst of all this, it is coming out that she has taken a shocking decision.Inside talk is she has taken a backstep and is now going slow on signing new projects. People are speculating whether Rashmika decided to take a break to concentrate on personal front. More clarity should come on Rashmika's decision which is expected in future soon.It is known that Rashmika and Vijay Devarakonda entered into wedlock after falling in love and maintaining secrecy over their relationship for quite sometime. Following their wedding they have undertaken various social service actitivies for the students.---- Pramod Nandivada