\r\nJajikaya song from Akhanda2 coming out. Akhanda 2 starring Balakrishna under the direction of Boyapati Srinu is releasing on 5 December 2025. The makers are upping the ante for the promotions and already the song Akhanda Thaandavam is going viral on social media. The song was released in a grand manner at PVR Juhu in Mumbai.\r\nNow, the makers came up with the update on the film\'s second single. The single is titled Jajiyakaya and it will be released in a grand manner from 5 PM onwards at Jagadamba Theatre, Vizag on 18 November. The makers released the poster where Balakrishna and the female lead Samyuktha struck and romantic pose.\r\nThis is increasing the expectations on the song. The film stars Aadi Pinisetty as the antagonist and Thaman is the music director. The film is the sequel to the hit film Akhanda and it is releasing even in Hindi also. Raam Achanta and Gopinath Achanta under 14 Reels Plus are producing the film.\r\n

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Akhanda 2 - All set for Jajikaya

Jajikaya song from Akhanda2 coming out

\r\nAditi Rao warns against WhatsApp impersonator. Aditi Rao Hydari warned all her fans against WhatsApp impersonator. She shared \"Hi Everyone, I wanted to flag something that a few people brought to my notice today. Someone has been pretending to be me on WhatsApp, using my pictures and messaging photographers about photo shoots. It isn&rsquo;t me. I don&rsquo;t reach out like this, and I don&rsquo;t use any personal number for work. Everything always goes through my team. Please be careful and don&rsquo;t engage with that number. If you come across anything odd, just let my team know. Thank you to all those who have my back and are so protective and kind. Love, Aditi (sic).\"\r\nAditi on the work front is busy with Hindi film \'Parivarik Manu Ranjan\' and the silent feature \'Gandhi Talks\'. Internationally, she is working on the co-production Lioness. She has also signed Imtiaz Ali\'s Netflix series \'O Saathi Re\'. She is also starring in an untitled project under the direction of Rajesh M Selva.\r\nShe was last seen in Sanjay Leela Bhansali&rsquo;s Netflix series \'Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar\'. It also starred Manisha Koirala, Sonakshi Sinha, Richa Chadha, Shekhar Suman, Adhyayan Sumar, Sanjeeda Shaikh, Pratibha Ranta, Fardeen Khan, Farida Jalal and others in important roles.\r\n

Hot beauty warns WhatsApp mimic

Aditi Rao warns against WhatsApp impersonator

Ravi Teja&rsquo;s latest release Mass Jathara has underperformed at the box office, and his upcoming project Bhartha Mahasayulaku Vignyapthi is slated for a Sankranthi 2026 launch. Amid the setback, industry insiders report that the Mass Maharaja is in advanced talks to team up with Samantha for a new untitled film. The duo would be directed by Shivaâ€¯Nirvana, who previously worked with Samantha on Majili and Khushi, making the potential pairing a highly anticipated commercial comeback for both stars.

If confirmed, the Ravi Tejaâ€‘Samantha collaboration would mark their first on screen pairing and offer Samantha a much needed mainstream hit after a series of projects that failed to click. Discussions are still ongoing, and neither the actors nor the production house has issued an official statement, leaving fans awaiting a formal announcement.

Shivaâ€¯Nirvana, known for romantic hits like Ninnu Kori, Majili and Khushi, has reportedly shifted gears toward a crime thriller for his next venture. The story, pitched to Ravi Teja, has received a positive response, and a November end announcement is expected. The director&rsquo;s massâ€‘action film Tuk Jagadish did not resonate with audiences, prompting the move toward a darker genre.

Ravi Teja, unfazed by Mass Jathara&rsquo;s flop, has already announced his next and remains focused on consistent output. The upcoming crime thriller, combined with the potential Samantha pairing, positions the project as a major 2026 release. Fans eagerly await official confirmation, hoping the combo will deliver both critical and commercial success.

RT- Samantha Combo On The Anvil

Ravi Teja - Samantha Combination Rumor Heats Up

Independent singer Janhavi Yerram has entered the spotlight after her Telugu track &ldquo;Amma Paata&rdquo; crossed 100 million views on YouTube, joining a small list of non-film songs that have achieved the milestone in the regional category.\r\nThe song, composed during the COVID-19 lockdown, was written by Mittapalli Surender and initially gained moderate traction before gradually reaching a wider audience. The track&rsquo;s theme around the mother&ndash;child bond has been cited as a key reason for its longevity and continued engagement across streaming platforms.\r\nA small event was held in Hyderabad to acknowledge the milestone. Musicians and content creators who attended said the achievement highlights the growing reach of independent artists in the Telugu music space.\r\nJanhavi, who trained in Hindustani classical music, said the milestone reflects the audience&rsquo;s connection to the sentiment behind the composition.\r\n&ldquo;People relate to the simplicity of the tune and the honesty of the lyrics. I&rsquo;m glad the song found a place in so many homes,&rdquo; she said.\r\nApart from &ldquo;Amma Paata,&rdquo; Janhavi has worked on devotional and contemporary tracks in multiple languages. She is currently preparing new independent releases and exploring collaborations with regional composers.\r\nMusic professionals say that the success of independent songs like &ldquo;Amma Paata&rdquo; signals a shift in how audiences discover music, with digital platforms giving emerging voices greater visibility.\r\n<div></div>

100 Million Views for Amma Paata - Independent Telugu Singer Janhavi Yerram Gains Wider Attention

100 Million Views for Amma Paata

The much anticipated film Andhra King Taluka will now hit theatres worldwide on 27â€¯Novemberâ€¯2025, a day ahead of its original 28â€¯November release date. Mythri Movie Makers announced the preâ€‘ponement, citing strong audience demand and growing buzz. Produced by Naveen Yerneni and Ravi Shankar Yalamanchili under the Mythri Movie Makers banner, the movie is a joint venture with Tâ€‘Series, and its digital streaming rights have been acquired by Netflix.\r\nRamâ€¯Pothineni leads the project as Sagar, a dieâ€‘hard fan whose life revolves around his idol \'Andhra King&rsquo; Surya Kumar, played by Upendra. The film marks the Telugu debut of debutante Bhagyashriâ€¯Borse as the female lead, while the supporting cast includes Raoâ€¯Ramesh, Muraliâ€¯Sharma, Satya, Rahulâ€¯Ramakrishna, and VTVâ€¯Ganesh. Cinematography is handled by Siddharthaâ€¯Nuni, editing by National Awardâ€‘winner Sreekarâ€¯Prasad, and the music is composed by the debutant duo Vivekâ€‘Mervin.\r\nWritten and directed by Maheshâ€¯Babuâ€¯P, the story presents a fresh fanâ€‘centric narrative described as unprecedented in Indian cinema. The film&rsquo;s teaser, released on 12â€¯Octoberâ€¯2025, generated strong hype, and the trailer is scheduled for a grand launch on 18â€¯November in Kurnool, featuring a massive drone show&mdash; the first of its kind for a Telugu film. Songs such as &ldquo;Nuvvunteâ€¯Chaley,&rdquo; &ldquo;Puppyâ€¯Shame,&rdquo; and &ldquo;Chinniâ€¯Gundelo&rdquo; have already climbed music charts, highlighting Ram&rsquo;s lyricist debut, vocals, and energetic dance, while his chemistry with Bhagyashriâ€¯Borse has earned early praise.\r\nMythri Movie Makers, known for blockbusters like Pushpa and RRR, positions Andhra King Taluka as a unique cinematic experience that reflects audience lives on screen. The production team&rsquo;s aggressive promotional campaign, combined with the film&rsquo;s strong musical and star power, has amplified anticipation across social media. With a blend of fan devotion, rural romance, and highâ€‘octane entertainment, the movie is set for a memorable theatrical run from 27â€¯Novemberâ€¯2025.&nbsp;\r\n<div></div>

Andhra King Taluka Preponed

Andhra King Taluka Is Now Releasing On November 27

De De Pyaar De 2, the feelâ€‘good romantic comedy starring Ajayâ€¯Devgn, Rakulâ€¯Preetâ€¯Singh and R.â€¯Madhavan, hit theatres this weekend. Directed by Anshulâ€¯Sharma and written by Luvâ€¯Ranjan and Tarunâ€¯Jain, the film opened on Friday, 14â€¯Novemberâ€¯2025, and posted a solid India net of â‚¹9.45â€¯crore on dayâ€¯1, a respectable start for a nonâ€‘holiday release without any ticket discounts.\r\nStrong wordâ€‘ofâ€‘mouth and positive audience reactions helped the film surge on Saturday, with a 45â€‘50% jump to â‚¹13.77â€¯crore net, pushing the twoâ€‘day total to â‚¹23.22â€¯crore. The production is a joint effort between Tâ€‘Series Films and Luv Films, with a supporting cast that includes Jaavedâ€¯Jaaferi, Meezaanâ€¯Jafri and several familiar faces.\r\nSunday&rsquo;s family turnout is expected to add another significant boost, as packed auditoriums and a 20.53% Hindi occupancy on Saturday signal growing traction across multiplexes and smaller towns. A strong opening weekend for a romantic comedy is expected in 2025.&nbsp;\r\nWith no promotional offers or festive season advantage, the film&rsquo;s growth appears driven purely by audience buzz and the chemistry of its lead trio..If the upward trend continues, De De Pyaar De 2 is well positioned to cross the â‚¹50â€¯crore mark in its first week.

DDPD 2 Maintains Momentum At BO

De De Pyar De 2 Two Days Boxoffice Collection

Sankranti losing charm in Tollywood. Sankranti happens to be the most popular festival in two Telugu states Telangana and Andhra Pradesh and the filmmakers and top stars try to release&nbsp; their films during this festival to score blockbusters.

However, of late, Sankranti festival is becoming colorless on screen and is losing charm in Tollywood. Films like &lsquo;Ala Vaikunthapurramuloo&rsquo;, &lsquo;Seethamma Vakitlo Sirimalle Chettu&rsquo; and &lsquo;Shatamanam Bhavati&rsquo; during 2000-2010 captured the imagination of all. With Okkadu redefining filmmaking and more recently HanuMan showing the power of first Telugu superhero film.

But now with the makers packing Sankranti to 5-6 or 4-5 films, it is showing their insecurity. Trade analyst Ramesh Bala succinctly says: &ldquo;Five to six will be announced but finally, only three to four will release and it won't be six. Sometimes even four may be more, with other movies from other languages also. Sankranti is a bigger festival with a longer holiday season, it can certainly accommodate three to four.&rdquo;

Not all films releasing during Sankranti will be a hit and it was proven by Guntur Karam and Saindhav while HanuMan performed well. Ramesh Bala reinforces this shift: &ldquo;The festival gives an opening &ndash; holidays and people. If there are three or four days of holidays, people go and watch a movie. But if the content is good, only then will they go beyond the holidays to watch it.&rdquo; Journalist and analyst Nagendra Kumar also states that big films no longer command automatic returns. In his words: &ldquo;Hugeness or heaviness in the content honed by high-voltage fan cry did not help the much-hyped films. Films with high profile and exuberant expenditure, and with routine formula, are not being entertained by masses.&rdquo;

Nagendra Kumar shares "This is evident from the 2025 season as well. Ram Charan&rsquo;s &lsquo;Game Changer&rsquo;, despite massive hype, &ldquo;had a very hard blow to suffer disastrous losses&rdquo;, while &lsquo;Daaku Maharaj&rsquo; &ldquo;just escaped with a moderate mouth talk.&rdquo; Only Venkatesh&rsquo;s &lsquo;Sankranthiki Vasthunnam&rsquo;, made on a more reasonable budget, tasted &ldquo;a stupendous success&rdquo;

The upcoming Sankranti 2026 will witness huge competition between . Chiranjeevi and Anil Ravipudi&rsquo;s &lsquo;Mana Shankaravaraprasad Garu&rsquo;, with Venkatesh in an extended cameo, is expected to lead the season. Ravi Teja&rsquo;s &lsquo;Bhartha Mahasayulaku Vignyapthi&rsquo;, Naveen Polishetty&rsquo;s &lsquo;Anaganaga Oka Raju&rsquo; and Sharwanand&rsquo;s &lsquo;Nari Nari Naduma Murari&rsquo; all crowd the same emotional-comedy-family turf.

Prabhas The Raja Saab is releasing one week earlier on 9 Jan 2026. Ramesh Bala warns: &ldquo;Two films per genre can survive. If (there are) more than two (films) in the same genre, they will eat into each other's pie.&rdquo; Tamil titles add further pressure. Bala notes: &ldquo;With movies from other languages also (lined up), sometimes even four may be more.&rdquo; Vijay&rsquo;s &lsquo;Jana Nayagan&rsquo; and &lsquo;Parasakthi&rsquo; may not topple Telugu biggies, but they absorb a significant multiplex share.

&nbsp;Bala explains: &ldquo;February and March are generally considered slow months. Then they have to wait for Ugadi or something or April. The industry does not work in an organised way. Each individual producer, when he completes a movie because of his interest rate on the borrowing, tends to release it as early as they can or (during) the next festival.&rdquo;

Small and medium budget films bear the burnt. Nagendra Kumar shares &ldquo;Small and medium-budgeted films will never gain an advantage in the rush of high-budgeted films. If the big films tank at the box office, then the smaller films take the lead. This has been proved right continuously.&rdquo; But this is not sustainable, and he adds that the upcoming Sankranthi will be &ldquo;a bitter struggle to sustain in theatres&rdquo; for smaller titles unless they carry &ldquo;outstanding and invincible content.&rdquo;Ramesh Bala says, &ldquo;Industry as a team, as a forum, the association has to sit together, they plan festival releases, it will be better for the whole industry.&rdquo;

Sankranti losing charm in Tollywood

Sankranti festival becoming colorless on screen

\r\nThe highly anticipated OG original soundtrack has finally arrived, featuring 40 massive tracks composed by Thaman. Released on the composer&rsquo;s birthday, the full OST arrived exactly as Thaman promised, giving fans an instant reason to celebrate. Listeners are already pulling clips for ringtones and flooding social media with the film&rsquo;s catchy cues.\r\nThey Call Him OG, starring Power Star Pawan Kalyan, continues to trend strongly on Netflix, and the massive 40â€‘track release has added fresh momentum to the film&rsquo;s popularity. Both Pawan Kalyan&rsquo;s fanbase and neutral audiences have praised Thaman&rsquo;s work, noting how the music elevates the actionâ€‘drama and showcases PSPK in a powerful light. The soundtrack&rsquo;s launch has sparked a wave of shares, covers, and fanâ€‘made content across platforms.\r\nDirected by Sujeeth and produced by DVV Entertainment, OG became the highestâ€‘grossing Telugu film of 2025. The project boasts a starâ€‘studded cast including&nbsp; Priyanka Mohan ,\r\nEmraan Hashmi, Arjun Das, and Sriya Reddy, delivering a blend of intensity and entertainment. Thaman&rsquo;s 40â€‘track opus complements the film&rsquo;s grand scale, offering a diverse musical experience that spans every moment of the movie.\r\n

OG OST Unleashed With 40 Tracks

OG Original Soundtrack With 40 Tracks To Celebrate Pawan Kalyan Action Drama

\r\nRajamouli trolled for his comments on Hanuman. The makers of Rajamouli and Mahesh Babu\'s project launched an extraordinary event at RFC, Hyderabad yesterday where they revealed the film\'s title and the first glimpse of Mahesh Babu.\r\nThe film is titled Varanasi and it stars Priyanka Chopra and Prithviraj Sukumaran in key roles and is slated for release in 2027. In the midst of all this, speaking at the event Rajamouli said&nbsp; \"This is an emotional moment for me. I don&rsquo;t believe in God. My dad came and said Lord Hanuman will take care of things from behind. Is this how he takes care &ndash; thinking of this, I am angry.\"\r\nHe shared \"My wife is also fond of Lord Hanuman. She behaves as if he&rsquo;s her friend and converses with him. I got angry at her as well.\" and he said \"When my father talked about Hanuman and suggested relying on his blessings for success, I got so angry.\"\r\nNetizens expressed their anger for his comments.\r\nA social media user said, \"It was not fair on the part of Rajamouli, like saying he doesn&rsquo;t believe in God. How come he titled the movie \'Varanasi\' and used mythological characters? Doesn&rsquo;t he know the people get hurt? Not expected from a man of his stature (sic).\"\r\nAnother wrote, \"Let\'s say Rajamouli lied about being an atheist, so what is the big deal?? He\'s not targeting any community, just taking Hindu mythology as inspiration for his characters, so what exactly is triggering leftists? (sic)\".\r\n

Rajamouli draws flak for his comments

Rajamouli trolled for his comments on Hanuman

\r\nThe official trailer for Revolver Rita has been unveiled, positioning Keerthy Suresh at the heart of a story that mixes grit, humor, and rapid fire action. JKâ€¯Chandru, known for Naveena Saraswathi Sabadham (2013), returns to direct, presenting a project far more ambitious in tone and scale. The teaser shows Rita thrust into a gang conflict, with her transformation driven by chaotic events that force her to act with speed and force, while the trailer deliberately withholds plot details, focusing instead on Rita&rsquo;s unexpected entry into a dangerous turf.\r\nProduction is a joint effort between Sudhan Sundaram and Jagadish Palanisamy under Passion Studios and The Route banners, both of which have backed several successful Tamil releases recently. Alongside Keerthy Suresh, the cast includes Radikaaâ€¯Sarathkumar, Superâ€¯Subbarayan, Sunil, Ajayâ€¯Ghosh, Redinâ€¯Kingsley, Johnâ€¯Vijay, Kalyan, Sureshâ€¯Chakravarthy, Kathiravan, Sendrayan, Augustin, Bladeâ€¯Shankar, Ramachandran, Akshathaâ€¯Ajith, Kuhasini and Gayatriâ€¯Shan, giving the film a lively supporting lineup.\r\nTechnically, the film boasts strong contributions: cinematographer Dineshâ€¯Krishnanâ€¯B captures the action with sharp clarity, alternating wide spaces and tight interiors for an unpredictable feel; editor Praveenâ€¯Kâ€¯L maintains a lively pace, emphasizing rhythm and movement, MKT handles art direction, delivering a world that blends real settings with stylized touches, and stunt director Dhilipâ€¯Subburayan choreographs precise, comedic action sequences.\r\nRevolver Rita arrives in theaters on 28â€¯Novemberâ€¯2025. The trailer leans heavily on tone rather than plot, showcasing Keerthy Suresh&rsquo;s swift transitions from confusion to control, promising an actionâ€‘comedy that relies on personality, timing, and creative staging. As the release date approaches, the film is shaping up to be a standout blend of humor, intensity, and style.\r\n

Revolver Rita Trailer Talk

Keerthy Suresh Headlined Revolver Rita Trailer Is Out

\r\nManchu Lakshmi the abuse she faced. Manchu Lakshmi, daughter of Mohan Babu shared her harrowing experience while travelling in public transport.\r\nShe said &ldquo;The violation I faced&hellip; what is this ugly feeling? I was 15. I moved away and didn&rsquo;t fight back. When I told my girlfriends, they said it happened to them too. It wasn&rsquo;t something special done to me &mdash; it happens to everyone.&rdquo;\r\nShe added \"harassment on public transport is so common that if a woman claims she hasn&rsquo;t experienced it, &ldquo;she&rsquo;s lying.&rdquo; &ldquo;She revealed &nbsp;&ldquo;Sometimes people want to mess with you when you&rsquo;re from a big family because they think we won&rsquo;t speak out. Even if a theft happens at home, I can&rsquo;t go public about it. Let the â‚¹15,000 go &mdash; that&rsquo;s how I was raised. Be careful, but avoid putting your name out unnecessarily.&rdquo;\r\nManchu Lakshmi was last seen in Daksha -A Deadly Conspiracy.\r\n

Manchu Lakshmi the abuse she faced

Manchu Lakshmi shared her harrowing incident

\r\nSangeeth Sobhan new film gets traditional launch. Sangeeth Sobhan is making waves among genex movie lovers with his feel good, youthful and romantic entertainers. According to the latest, his next had been launched in a traditional manner.\r\nSangeeth Sobhan will be starring under the direction of Palnati Surya Partap who is known for his youthful, innovative and hard hitting entertainers.\r\nThe film will be bankrolled by Dheeraj Mogilineni and Giribabu Vallabhaneni, who expressed their happiness in getting associated with the project. Lakshmi Bhupala provided powerful and entertaining script to the film.\r\nMore details about the cast and crew will be revealed soon. Sangeeth Sobhan impressed with his performances in films like Mad, Mad Square and Prema Vimanam and Gamblers. He also starred in webseries like Pitta Kathalu, Baker and The Beauty, 3 Roses and Oka Chinna Family Story. It has to be seen what impact he will make with his upcoming project.\r\n