&nbsp;Akhil Akkineni’s action drama Lenin was released in theatres on Friday. The highlight was wife Zainab Ravdjee watching the first-day show with fans at Sree Ramulu Theatre, Moosapet, Hyderabad. Fans welcomed her with cheers, applause, and a festive atmosphere celebrating Akhil’s big-screen comeback. &nbsp;Zainab watched Lenin along with the audience and reacted emotionally during key scenes. Viral videos show her standing and clapping at the climax. Fans praised her support and called it a sweet gesture. Her presence boosted excitement and added warmth to the release day buzz online. &nbsp; Directed by Murali Kishor Abburu, Lenin features Akhil in a mass action role. The cast includes Sivaji, Brahmaji, Easwari Rao, and Sunil. Thaman composed the music, Leon Britto handled cinematography, and Navin Nooli edited. Producers are Nagarjuna and Naga Vamsi under Manam and Sithara. &nbsp;Early trade estimates suggest Lenin collected ₹5+ crore across India on day 1. Positive word-of-mouth and audience appreciation for Akhil’s performance may drive weekend growth. The film is being discussed as a solid commercial entertainer with strong action and emotional moments. - Veda

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Akhil Wife Zainab Watches Lenin With Fans

Zainab Ravdjee Joins Fans For Akhil Akkineni Lenin First Day Show

&nbsp;National Award winning duo Dhanush and Vetrimaaran reunite for Thamizh Murugan after hits like Polladhavan, Aadukalam, Vada Chennai, and Asuran. The announcement teaser went viral, showing Dhanush on an elephant in a battlefield. Fans are celebrating this epic reunion across social media platforms. &nbsp;The AI-powered glimpse reveals grand visuals, intense score, and powerful voice-over. Produced on a large scale, the film promises action, drama, and cultural themes. The title announcement timing also sparked discussions online following recent debates about using “Murugan” in cinema and its significance to Tamil audiences. &nbsp;Earlier reports suggested Vada Chennai 2 as their next project, but Thamizh Murugan surprised everyone. Vetrimaaran’s realistic storytelling combined with Dhanush’s versatile acting has consistently delivered critical and commercial success, making this new film one of Kollywood’s most anticipated releases for 2026. &nbsp;Industry sources indicate the movie will blend historical elements with mass appeal. With Vetrimaaran’s direction, strong screenplay, and Dhanush’s intense performance, Thamizh Murugan is expected to be a visual spectacle. The project aims to deliver another memorable chapter in their celebrated actor-director partnership. - Veda

Dhanush Announced Mythological Epic With Vetrimaaran

Dhanush And Vetrimaaran Announce Thamizh Murugan

Super Hero Babu, which is titled Super Hero in Tamil, is shaping up to be one of the most interesting films. For the past few days, social media has lapped up the film's three looks and given the film a thumbs-up. The colourful posters, featuring the film's characters, indicate that the film is going to be a universal superhero entertainer suitable for all ages.Cinema enthusiasts surely have something to look forward to from the movie. The film’s world and premise are going to be totally out of the box. Super Hero Babu will have a proper Telugu-Tamil bilingual release, ensuring it reaches a wider audience across the two languages.Expect content-driven entertainment:Super Hero Babu is presented by National Award-winning producer K.S. Sinish under the banner of Soldiers Film Factory and jointly produced by Shanjan G of Redacted Studios, which with its passionate drive to create more intriguing movies has lined up more projects scheduled at different stages of production. Having made his directorial debut with Balloon, K.S. Sinish steadily evolved as a producer by backing films such as Dikkiloona and the National Award-winning Parking, both of which reflected his consistent inclination towards fresh and engaging storytelling. Continuing that journey, Super Hero Babu stands as another significant addition to the banner's growing repertoire of content-driven entertainers crafted for audiences across all sections.Arjun Das' popularity grows in Telugu:The versatile Arjun Das, who has carved a remarkable niche through his effortless transition from a powerful antagonist to an accomplished protagonist, headlines Super Hero in what promises to be another compelling addition to his evolving filmography. He has already amassed a massive popularity among the Telugu audience, thanks to his role in Pawan Kalyan’s They Call Him OG. This growing fame in the Telugu states makes his presence in Super Hero a huge asset.Sharing screen space with him is the trending heroine Teju Ashwini, whose impressive performances in her movies have elevated expectations around this film.Look forward to Sandy Master's act:Sandy Master, who essays the antagonist in Super Hero Babu, has also been attracting widespread attention with his growing body of work. Notably, his gripping performance in Lokah – Chapter One was highly praised by Telugu viewers, who appreciated his intense acting chops. We also liked him immensely in Kishkindhapuri, whose flashback was powered by his poignant performance. Along with his work in many hit movies including the recent release Parimala &amp; Co, Sandy's inclusion in Super Hero Babu makes this face-off one of the film's exciting highlights.Sandy has done this movie at a time when he has been busy choreographing dance numbers for big-ticket entertainers. Firestorm from Pawan Kalyan's OG and Monica from Rajinikanth's Coolie were done by him. He has collaborated in the past with big names such as Anirudh Ravichander.Gear up for confident storytelling:Super Hero Babu marks the directorial debut of Vignesh Venugopal, who previously worked as an assistant director to K.S. Sinish during the making of Balloon. Continuing his long-standing commitment to nurturing promising filmmaking talent, Sinish introduces yet another fresh directorial voice after successfully launching Karthik Yogi through Dikkiloona and Ram through the National Award-winning Parking. Despite this being his first directorial venture, Vignesh's clarity of vision, disciplined approach, and confident storytelling have earned the appreciation of the entire team.Incidentally, the film's protagonist (Arjun Das) and antagonist (Sandy), have both made a name for themselves for playing negative roles. And they are locking horns in Super Hero Babu.Music for Super Hero Babu is composed by Hesham Abdul Wahab, who did emotionally appealing compositions in Telugu like Kushi, Hi Nanna and The Girlfriend. His Midas-touch to this film has already raised the bars of expectations for Super Hero.&nbsp;

OG actor Arjun Das, Sandy Master to clash in this Telugu-Tamil bilingual release 

Grand Bilingual Super Hero Babu look posters are an instant hit!

Recently Diljit Dosanjh's Sutlej directed by Honey Trehan was removed from Zee5 streaming without any prior notice. Earlier Vijay's Jana Nayagan faced censor hurdles on multiple occasions.In the midst of all this, a member of the Censor Board &nbsp;revealed how the Censor Board is issuing the certifications and passing the films for theatrical release.CBFC board member Raaj Mishra speaking to scribes shared “It is a crime to exhibit a film for public viewing without CBFC certification. It is a punishable offence.” Explaining the board’s structure, he said, “The chairman of the CBFC is appointed by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting. Currently, the chairman is Prasoon Joshi.”He continued &nbsp;“Every film is viewed by a committee of five members. If at least three of the five members approve it, the film is granted a certificate,”Elaborating the certification categories, he said “There are three types of certificates. The first is ‘U’ (Universal), which means people of all ages can watch the film. Then there is ‘A’, which is strictly for adults aged 18 and above. The third is ‘UA’, which means the film can be viewed by children under the guidance of an adult.”He added , “A film dominated by crime and violence generally falls under the ‘A’ category. If the film contains only mild violence or crime, it may receive a ‘UA’ certificate, allowing children to watch it under parental guidance. It is essentially a safety clause. At present, these are the three certification categories.”He shared &nbsp;“If the five-member committee does not clear a film, the filmmaker can apply for a re-examination. The film is then reviewed by an eleven-member committee. If it is still not cleared, the makers can approach the tribunal in Delhi. However, such cases are quite rare,”He continued “The theme and narration must suit the contemporary world. Rules evolve with time. Today, mild violence is generally accepted, but if a film depicts extremely graphic acts, such as pulling out someone’s jaw, we have to ensure that such scenes do not have a harmful impact on viewers.”He added “A film should not propagate anti-national ideas or demean the nation or its policies. A film may have limited entertainment value, but it should not encourage unrest or incite people. Filmmakers enjoy artistic freedom, but there are certain boundaries.”He revealed “I am still a serving member of the CBFC, and till date, I have never received a phone call pressuring us over any particular film. We are not informed in advance about which film or whose film we are going to certify. Those details are shared only when we arrive for the screening. A film may have political backing, but that does not reach the board.”He concluded “The CBFC’s responsibility is to ensure that a film does not hurt people’s sentiments beyond a certain point. It does not think beyond that.” ---- Pramod Nandivada&nbsp;&nbsp;

Censor Board exposed completely

CBFC member of Censor Board certification

Payal Rajput who endeared herself to all with her performance on debut in RX 100 and then in Mangalavaram, now started her paid Instagram Channel.Speaking to scribes, she shared more details about the channel. She said I’ve been getting a lot of messages asking what I’ll be sharing on my subscriber channel. Let me be very clear: if you’re subscribing expecting explicit content or ‘hot pics,’ this isn’t the space for you. But if you want to see the real, unfiltered me behind the scenes, you are more than welcome to join. Thank you for respecting my boundaries!”She continued “This space is purely for the raw, real, and unfiltered me. Nothing more than that.”Box office reports".When she launched her own paid Instagram channel many expected to get access to her bold and unfiltered photos and now they willbe disappointed.---- Pramod Nandivad

RX100 beauty on her Insta Channel

Payal Rajput shares the secrets of her Insta Channel

Writer &amp; Director: Vykunt Bonu. Producer: Dhanalaxmi Badarla. Release Date: 2026-07-10.Actors: Master Mahendran, Ambikavani, John Vijay, Mimgopi, Rajeev Kanakala..&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Punchline: Vasudheva Sutham - Devotional Dramas&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Vasudheva Sutham Movie Rating: 2.5 / 5Vasudheva Sutham Movie Review: A Heartwarming Tale of Faith and FamilyVasudeva Sutham is an emotional family drama that blends devotion, human values, and heartfelt relationships. Set against a spiritual backdrop, the film explores how faith, compassion, and selfless love can transform lives.Vasudheva Sutham Movie Story:The story revolves around Krishnan (Mahendran), a man who loses everything due to unfortunate circumstances. With his wife Bhuvi (Ambika Vani) by his side, he begins a new chapter in Hyderabad. As they struggle to rebuild their lives, unexpected events test their faith and resilience. Will Krishnan overcome his hardships? How do the people around him shape his journey? What role does devotion play in changing his destiny? The answers unfold through an emotionally engaging narrative.Vasudheva Sutham Movie Performances:Mahendran delivers a sincere and convincing performance, carrying the emotional weight of the film with ease. Ambika Vani shines in her role, portraying her character with grace and natural charm. Veteran actor John Vijay leaves a strong impression despite limited screen time. The supporting cast, including Harsha, Bava, Ravi Varma, Tulasi, Ashok Kumar, Duvvasi Mohan, and Sivanarayana, perform their roles effectively.Vasudheva Sutham MovieTechnical Aspects:Director Vykunt Bonu presents the story with honesty and simplicity, focusing on emotions rather than commercial elements.The screenplay remains engaging for the most part, while the climax delivers a satisfying emotional payoff.The cinematography beautifully captures the film's devotional atmosphere.Mani Sharma's background score enhances the emotional moments, though the songs could have been more memorable.The production values are neat, and the editing keeps the narrative crisp with only a few pacing issues in the second half.Vasudheva Sutham Movie Verdict:Vasudeva Sutham is a clean and emotionally satisfying family entertainer that emphasizes faith, relationships, and positive values. While it follows a familiar narrative, its heartfelt storytelling and genuine performances make it a worthwhile watch for audiences who enjoy devotional and family-oriented dramas.Cinejosh goes with a 2.5 rating for Vasudheva Sutham

Vasudheva Sutham Review

Vasudheva Sutham Movie Review

Blockbuster director Anil Ravipudi released the Oh Sukumari theatrical trailer. The July 17th release stars Thiruveer and Aishwarya Rajesh in a rural family entertainer. Produced by Gangaa Entertainments and directed by debutant Bharat Dharshan, the promo builds strong anticipation with humor and unique premise. &nbsp;The trailer introduces Damini, a girl whose touch gives electric shocks. Her marriage becomes tough. Thiruveer accepts her without knowing the full truth. Their journey creates comic situations. Cinematography by CH Kushendar and music by Bharath Manchiraju add vibrant village visuals and catchy background score. &nbsp;Set in a village, the story blends romance, emotions, and comedy around Damini’s mystery. Thiruveer delivers energetic performance fitting the rural setting. Aishwarya Rajesh gets a strong role with scope. Supporting actors Muralidhar Goud, Vishnu Oi, and Jhansi add more laughter and entertainment value. &nbsp;Director Bharat Dharshan integrates intense performances with lighthearted storytelling. The trailer teases the plot without spoilers and highlights fresh concept. With lavish production values, relatable family drama, and perfect comic timing, Oh Sukumari is positioned as a perfect feel good theatrical experience for all audiences this July. - Veda&nbsp;

Oh Sukumari Trailer Is Out

Oh Sukumari Trailer Packs Comic Punch

Star anchor Suma and actor Rajeev Kanakala's son Roshan Kanakala made his debut with the film Mowgli 2025. According to the latest, Roshan Kanakala signed a new project and it is a sci fi entertainer.The project was launched today in a traditional manner. The film marks the debut of Vijay K Kamisetty as the director. The film features Gahazy as the female lead while Satya, Sudarshan, Ravi Teja Nannimala, and others are playing important roles.Vijay K Kamisetty &nbsp;worked as the chief associate director and dialogue director for renowned director VI.Anand. VI.Anand provided the story for the film.Vijay K Kamisetty worked for films like Tiger, Ekkadiki Pothavu Chinnavada, Okka Kshanam, Disco Raja, and Swayambhu. The film was launched at Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple in Kakatiya Hills. Actor Nikhil sounded the clapboard with cinematographer KK Senthil Kumar turned on the camera. VI.Anand directed the muhurat shot after handing over the script to the team.Balaji Gutta and Koushik Reddy under the Gutta Productions banner, in association with Kamalakar Film Corporation are bankrolling the film.---- Pramod Nandivada

 Roshan Kanakala sci fi entertainer launched

Roshan Kanakala new film launched traditionally

Mega Prince Varun Tej who has been reeling under flops took a huge break before signing the film titled in an interesting manner as Korean Kanakaraju.According to the latest, the makers announced the film's release date. The film willbe releasing on 7 August 2026. Confirming the release, the makers released the new poster with the release date.Varun Tej looked intense and stylish showing his swag in the new poster carrying a sword, clad in lungi and striped shirt and wearing cooling glasses.Rithika Nayak is the female lead in the film for which music is tuned by Thaman. The film is a horror thriller and is helmed by Merlapaka Gandhi. Satya is playing an important role in the film V Creations and First Frame Entertainment are producing the film in a prestigious manner.Varun Tej is eyeing a comeback of sorts with this film at the box office.---- Pramod Nandivada

Korean Kanakaraju relase date locked

 Korean Kanakaraju announces its arrival

&nbsp;&nbsp;Dulquer Salmaan’s multilingual film DQ41 is now officially titled Sri Sri. The romantic entertainer directed by debutant Ravi Nelakuditi launched its first-look poster. Dulquer and Pooja Hegde appear together in school uniforms on a terrace, hinting at a youthful campus love story. &nbsp;The poster caption reads “Love will feel a little extra special with Sri.” Produced by SLV Cinemas, the film marks the first pairing of Dulquer and Pooja Hegde. Supporting cast includes Ramya Krishnan and Dheekshith Shetty in key roles. &nbsp;GV Prakash composes music while Anay Om Goswamy handles cinematography and Kotagiri Venkateswara Rao edits. Art direction is by Kolla Avinash. The makers are positioning Sri Sri as a feel-good love drama with vibrant visuals and youthful energy for pan-India audiences. &nbsp;Apart from Sri Sri, Dulquer has Aakasamlo Oka Tara in Telugu and I’m Game releasing for Onam. Directed by Nahas Hidayath of RDX fame, I’m Game also stars Antony Varghese. Dulquer’s busy slate keeps fans excited across languages this year. - Veda

DQ41 Is Sri Sri

Dulquer Pooja Hegde Film Titled Sri Sri - First Look Out

&nbsp;&nbsp;Here is what Jana Nayagan makers deleted. It is known that Vijay's final film Jana Nayagan finally cleared the censor hurdles. The film which hit the roadblock longtime back finally completed the censor formalities much to the delight of all the Thalapathy fans.The film is directed by H.Vinoth and stars Pooja Hegde and Mamitha Baiju as the female leads. The film got an A certificate and runtime has been locked at 183.11 minutes.Censor Board gave A certificate only after the makers of Jana Nayagan deleted many scenes. The main change recorded in the certification note is at time code 110:23, where the dialogue "Ambedkar satam...to... TVK sattam" was replaced. The usage of TVK was removed in both audio and video. The change was muted and modified, with no change in duration.The certification note also lists a series of other audio and visual changes. A dialogue was modified to state that "Ambedkar is shown on the cover page of the book wherever it appears", with no change in duration. Visuals of the Indian flag falling on the ground were deleted. The words "Bhagavatham" and "Ranganathar" were muted. The words "Thevidiya Paiya" and "Otha" were also muted.The words "OM" wherever uttered and "New India" while explaining Operation Meluha were removed. Visuals of "Thookula thookirachavan...avanau medaila leak panni" related to the hanging of Shri Saddam were either muted or replaced. A visual in which DC's office badge or gig is rolled down disrespectfully was removed and replaced.The dialogue "Ponnoda... kudthu vachirukkum, Udambu erukirunu" was muted, as were the words "India n kalla virala vaikarne". Child burning visuals were deleted and replaced. The word "Siluvaila" was muted, and the name "Sheela Rani" was replaced wherever it appears.- Pramod Nandivada

What Jana Nayagan makers deleted

Here is that Jana Nayagan makers deleted

&nbsp;Samyuktha in RaPo23. Energetic Hero Ram is on a mission to revive his career at the box office. He has taken a daring decision to pen his own story and script and wield the megaphone for his next following the shock he got from his previous outing Andhra King Taluka, which despite getting good reviews from all quarters, underperformed at the box office.It is known that Ram is playing the role of Veera and the film comes with a tagline &nbsp;"The Story of a Lone Wolf". Now speculation is increasing on the film's female lead. Rumours are spreading that sizzling Malayalee beauty Samyuktha will be playing the female lead. The makers felt that Samyuktha is apt for the role and they have completed the final discussions.Samyuktha will soon join the shoot. The film's shoot is currently underway in Hyderabad where important scenes are being canned. Sam CS. is the music director while Tirru is the cinematographer. Ram's brother Krishna Pothineni is producing the film on his &nbsp;RaPo Cinematics banner. Plans are on to slate the film for release in December.- Pramod Nandivada