Nandamuri Balakrishna's highly anticipated film Akhanda 2 has finally confirmed its release date. After being postponed from its initial September 25 release, the film is now set to hit theaters on December 5. The confirmation came directly from Balakrishna himself, who stated that Akhanda 2 will be released in various languages as a pan-India movie, with Hindi dubbing also receiving positive feedback.

Akhanda 2: Thaandavam is the sequel to the successful film Akhanda, continuing the high-octane action saga featuring Nandamuri Balakrishna. The movie promises intense action sequences, gripping drama, and power-packed performances. With Boyapati Srinu's direction and Thaman S's music, expectations are sky-high. The film boasts an impressive cast, including Samyuktha Menon and Aadhi Pinisetty, and has been making waves with its teaser and promotional activities.

The production team has been working tirelessly to deliver a cinematic experience worth the wait. Glimpse of Akhanda 2 is out and recieved super positive response. Makers are planning to rise the buzz with a teaser scheduled to release for Dasara.

Balakrishna speaking in a chitchat at AP assembly that the film will hit the screens on December 5th. Reportedly Balayya also said that brother Pawan Kalyan's film will get released day after tomorrow and Akhand 2 on December 5. Initially both the films are scheduled to release on the same day, September 25.&nbsp;

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Akhanda 2 Teaser For Dasara

Nandamuri Balakrishna Revealed Akhanda 2 Released Date

Sivakarthikeyan and AR Murugadoss collaborated for the first time in the action thriller Madharaasi, which hit theaters on September 5, 2025. Despite the film\'s mixed reviews, Sivakarthikeyan\'s performance as Raghu received praise, and Murugadoss\'s direction was considered better than his recent works. However, the film struggled at the box office, grossing only â‚¹100 crores and failing to achieve commercial success.\r\nThere are rumors circulating that Murugadoss might work with Sivakarthikeyan again, despite the disappointing outcome of Madharaasi. According to reports, Murugadoss shared a story with Sivakarthikeyan during the shooting of Madharaasi, which sparked the actor\'s interest. It\'s uncertain whether Sivakarthikeyan will be willing to give Murugadoss another chance, considering his current commitments to other projects like Parasakthi with Sudha Kongara, Don with Cibi Chakravarthy, and films with Venkat Prabhu and Pushkar Gayatri.\r\nSivakarthikeyan\'s fans have been disappointed by the results of Madharaasi, but the actor\'s collaboration with Murugadoss was praised by industry stalwarts like Shankar and Lingusamy, who appreciated the film\'s entertaining value and the performances of Sivakarthikeyan and Vidyut Jammwal. If Sivakarthikeyan and Murugadoss do collaborate again, it will be interesting to see how their fans react.\r\nThe success of Madharaasi was limited, with the film receiving mixed reviews from critics and audiences. While some praised the film\'s engaging setup and Sivakarthikeyan\'s performance, others criticized the writing and execution. Despite this, Murugadoss\'s attempt to tackle social issues like gun violence was appreciated, and the film\'s action sequences were considered well choreographed.\r\n<div></div>

ARM To Reunite With SK

Potential Collaboration Between Sivakarthikeyan and AR Murugadoss

Annapurna Studios and Aditya Music are excited to announce the SHIVA 4K Contest, a creative competition celebrating the iconic film Shiva\'s re-release. Fans can showcase their talent by designing and sharing their own trailers and posters for the cult classic, directed by Ram Gopal Varma and starring Nagarjuna Akkineni.\r\nThe top 3 winners will receive an exclusive opportunity to meet Nagarjuna and Ram Gopal Varma in person. To participate, fans must upload their entries on Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook using the hashtag #SHIVA4KCONTEST and tag @AnnapurnaStudios. The deadline for submissions is October 20, 2025. This contest is part of the build-up to Shiva\'s grand 4K re-release on November 14, 2025, marking a significant moment in Telugu cinema history and celebrating 50 years of Annapurna Studios.\r\nThe film Shiva, released in 1989, became a superhit and cult classic, with its Tamil version, Udhayam, also achieving similar success. The movie\'s storyline, inspired by Ram Gopal Varma\'s engineering college experiences, features memorable action sequences and songs composed by Isaignani Ilaiyaraaja. With a star-studded cast, including Nagarjuna, Amala, Raghuvaran, and Tanikella Bharani, Shiva is a cinematic event that will be cherished by fans across generations.\r\nThe re-release of Shiva promises to be an exciting event, and the SHIVA 4K Contest is a great opportunity for fans to showcase their creativity and get closer to the film\'s legends. Don\'t miss this chance to be part of film history and celebrate the legacy of Shiva.\r\n<div></div>

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Win a Chance to Meet Nag And RGV

Pawan Kalyan\'s highly anticipated film \"They Call Him OG\" is facing significant hurdles ahead of its premiere, scheduled for September 24. Despite massive advance bookings in North America, the film\'s team has failed to deliver content to overseas distributors on time, resulting in show cancellations and substantial financial losses.\r\nDistributors in North America and Europe have expressed their frustration over the delayed content delivery. Norway-based distributor 4 Seasons Creations took to social media to share their disappointment, stating that they have been bearing the brunt of careless content delivery delays for far too long. They are now demanding that production houses take responsibility for the delays, warning that if the situation continues, overseas distributors might become a thing of the past.\r\nThe situation is chaotic, with premieres approaching and the full content not yet released. Prathyangira Cinemas, the North America distributor, announced that the Tamil version of the film will not be released in North America due to content delays. However, the Telugu and Hindi versions will be screened as planned. York Cinemas has also pulled out of screening the film, citing safety concerns and alleging that the American distributor attempted to inflate sales numbers in the past.\r\nThe film\'s delayed content delivery has sparked concerns about the production team\'s planning and post-production handling. With the premiere dates looming, it remains to be seen whether the team can resolve the issues and deliver a successful release.\r\n<div></div>

 OG Content Delay Raises Concerns

 Content Delivery Delays Hit Pawan Kalyan They Call Him OG Premieres

Siddhu Jonnalagadda endeared himself to movie lovers with his unique mannerisms, dialogue delivery and body langauge with his performances in films like DJ Tillu, Dillu Square and Jack. He is now getting to entertain with his upcoming entertainer Telusu Kada.\r\nIn the meantime, reports are coming that Siddhu Jonnalagadda is undergoing introspection as he entered into one genre and he is keen to break the shackes. Now reports are coming that Siddhu Jonnalagadda is in talks with Praveen Kandregula of Cinema Bandi fame.\r\nThe film is touted to be a concept driven entertainer and if Siddhu Jonnalagadda comes up with a different genre altogether, he will expand his horizons and also attracts viewers from all sections.\r\nTelusu Kada is direccted by Neeraja Kona and is releasing on 17 Oct 2025. The film stars Srinidhi Shetty and Raashii Khanna as the female leads.&nbsp;

Siddhu to coming out of his genre

 Siddhu Jonnalagadda out to break shackles

Teja Sajja\'s Mirai is casting a magic spell on movie lovers across the world. The film directed by Karthik Ghattamaneni is appealing to all.\r\nAlready&nbsp; many celebrated congratulated the Mirai team and now Allu Arjun congratulated Mirai team. He posted \"Congratulations to the #MIRAI team! Brilliantly crafted with passion and conviction.Brother @tejasajja123, respect for your hard work and dedication. Huge credit for mounting a film like this.My brother @HeroManoj1, you killed it! Sweet presence by @RitikaNayak_ &amp; powerful presence by dear #ShriyaSaran, @IamJagguBhai garu, and others.This movie is a technical brilliance. Commendable work by all technicians, especially the CG teams, Art, Mixing, and the haunting music by @GowrahariK garu.Respect to the director @Karthik_gatta garu for his cinematic vision. Very commendable work. A new-age commercial director mark.Big congratulations to producer @vishwaprasadt&nbsp; garu and @peoplemediafcy Once again, congratulations to the entire Team #MIRAI\"\r\nMirai starred Manchu Manoj as the antagonist and Ritika Nayak as the female lead. The film\'s cinematography is handled by Karthik Ghattamaneni hmself.&nbsp;\r\n&nbsp;

Icon Star enjoys Mirai

Allu Arjun congratulates Mirai team

The national awards for the 2025 were announced some months back and today in a grand event President Murmu felicitated the awards to the winners.\r\nShah Rukh Khan received the best award from Droupadi Murmu for his performance in Jawan and he blew kisses to all the audience. Shah Rukh Khan\'s wife Gauri Khan posted - &ldquo;What a journey it&rsquo;s been @iamsrk. Congratulations on winning the National Award!!! So deserving&hellip; it&rsquo;s a result of your years of hardwork and dedication. Now I&rsquo;m designing a special mantle for this award.\"\r\nAt the 71st National Awards ceremony, Shah Rukh Khan shared the award with Vikrant Massey, who also bagged the Best Actor award for 12th Fail.\r\nMalayalam super star Mohan Lal got the Dada Saheb Phalke award and he got the standing ovation when he got on the stage to receive the stage.

SRK Receives National Award 

 National Film Awards 2025: Winners receives awards from President

Rishab Shetty is getting ready to entertain movie lovers with his upcoming entertainer Kantara Chapter 1. The film directed by Rishab Shetty is releasing on 2 Oct 2025. Expectations are high on the project as it is the prequel to the hit film Kantara.\r\nIn the meantime, speaking to scribes, Rishab Shetty said \"I was saved and we were all blessed by the divinity we trust,\" He added . \"Everyone treated the film as their own, from the producers to the direction department, which gave us the strength to push forward,\"\r\nThe film stars Jayaram, Gulshan Devaiah, and Rukmini Vasanth in important roles. Ajaneesh Loknath is the music director and Arvind Kashyap handling cinematography.\r\nThe film stars&nbsp; multi-language release, including Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, and Malayalam. He said \"Everyone treated the film as their own, from the producers to the direction department, which gave us the strength to push forward,\"

Rishab on K1 near death experiences

Kantara Chapter1- Rishab Shetty shares near death experiences

Janhvi watches Film Mera Desh Pehle: Praises PM Modi. Sridevi's daughter Janhvi Kapoor happened to watch the film inspired by Film Mera Desh Pehle: The Untold Story of Shri Narendra Modi" at a grand event.

Later speaking to scribes, she showered praises on PM Modi. She said &ldquo;I am very excited. I think the whole of India is aware of his story. But to see it represented in such an artistic form, as an artist, I am very happy and very excited." She further added, &ldquo;Like I said, his story and everything he is doing for the country &ndash; I think everything he does is inspiring."

Manoj Muntashir penned the lyrics for the musical saga. The event was graced by celebrities like&nbsp; Raveena Tandon, Vikrant Massey, and Ranbir Kapoor. Vicky Kaushal Akshay Kumar Tiger Shroff Arjun Kapoor and Ravie Dubey. Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, who was also present, praised the uniqueness of the production. The movie features performances by B Praak, Sneha Shankar, Rishi Singh, Ashish Kulkarni and Ujjwal Gajbhar.

Janhvi showers praises on Modi

Janhvi watches Film Mera Desh Pehle: Praises PM Modi

\r\nMirai makers surprise decision ahead of OG release. All eyes are on Power Star Pawan Kalyan\'s upcoming gangster based entertainer OG. The film directed by Sujeeth is releasing on 25 Sep 2025 in a lavish manner across the world.\r\nExpectations are high and the film stars Priyanka Arul Mohan and Emraan Hashmi in important roles. The music is tuned by Thaman. In the midst of all this, Teja Sajja\'s Mirai makers came up with a surprise.\r\nThey announced that the most popular song Vibe Undi song will be added to the film in the theatres starting from today. It is known that many got shocked when Vibe Undi song was removed by the makers due to length issues. The film already grossed Rs 130crs and starred Manchu Manoj as the antagonist and Ritika Nayak as the female lead.\r\nHari Gowra scored the music for the film and Vibe Undi song was shot on Ritika Nayak and&nbsp; Teja Sajja.&nbsp; Krishna Kanth penned interesting lyrics to the song while Armaan Malik sang the song beautifying it with his melodious voice.\r\n

OG Release - Mirai Surprise

Mirai makers surprise decision ahead of OG release

\r\nKatrina, Vicky Kaushal announce pregnancy. Star celebrity couple Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal announced their pregnancy. They will soon become proud parents. They shared the good news few minutes back and congratulatory messages are coming down.\r\nAnnouncing their pregnancy, soon-to-be parents Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal shared a polaroid shot where Kat finally debuted her baby bump. In this snap, which is beyond adorable, Vicky is seen caressing Katrina&rsquo;s bump as they look down at it with warm smiles. In the caption below, the couple wrote, &ldquo;On our way to start the best chapter of our lives with hearts full of joy and gratitude. ðŸ™ðŸ½ à¥.&rdquo; This polaroid, which Vicky and Katrina are holding in their hands, will fill your heart with love, making this feel like a personal milestone!\r\nFollowing this celebrities congratulated\r\nJanhvi Kapoor shared: &ldquo;Congratulations congratulations congratulations!!!!!! â¤ï¸â¤ï¸â¤ï¸â¤ï¸â¤ï¸â¤ï¸,&rdquo; whereas their good friend and fellow star mother Neha Dhupia wrote, &ldquo;Guyssssssssssss &hellip;. Screaming ðŸ˜ crying all at once ðŸ˜ðŸ˜ðŸ˜ðŸ˜ðŸ˜ðŸ˜ love you both &hellip; @katrinakaif @vickykaushal09.&rdquo; A netizen gushed, &ldquo;After 3 years of speculation, Reddit can finally be at peace!! So happy for them â¤ï¸,&rdquo; whereas another comment read, &ldquo;Mini VicKat is on the way.&rdquo; Showering love on mommy-to-be Kat, a fan shared, &ldquo;Katy ready to ace motherhood after killing it as a bollywood star and entrepreneur! Wishing her best health!&rdquo;\r\n

Katrina shared the good news

Katrina and Vicky Kaushal announce pregnancy

\r\nED raids on Dulquer Salmaan and Prithviraj Sukumaran, The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted raids on multiple occasion and also raids on the houses of Dulquer Salmaan and Prithviraj Sukumaran.\r\nED named the raids as Operation Namkoor and has been investigating the smuggling of luxury cars from Bhutan. The operation, codenamed Numkoor&mdash;which translates to vehicle in Bhutanese&mdash;is probing a network allegedly involved in illegal imports and tax evasion.\r\nThe raids were conducted in the houses of Prithviraj&rsquo;s Thevara home and Dulquer&rsquo;s Panampilly Nagar residence, on Tuesday. Authorities also visited Prithviraj&rsquo;s house in Thiruvananthapuram but reportedly did not find any suspicious vehicles there. Overall, around 30 locations across Kerala, including Kochi, Kozhikode, and Malappuram, are being searched as part of the operation.\r\n&nbsp;\r\nSources shared \"the investigation began after intelligence revealed that decommissioned Bhutan Army vehicles, sold at auction for low prices, were being smuggled into India without paying customs duties. These high-end vehicles were then transported to Himachal Pradesh, registered using temporary addresses, and sold at marked-up prices to prominent buyers, including actors and business figures.\"\r\nThey continued \"a structured network of agents facilitated these transactions, exploiting loopholes in Indo-Bhutan trade rules. While the vehicles are legally auctioned in Bhutan, their import and resale in India without proper taxation violate customs regulations. Customs authorities have compiled a list of recipients of the vehicles, and the raids at the actors&rsquo; homes were reportedly conducted to verify whether they had purchased any of these cars.\"\r\nSources revealed \"The operation is being coordinated under the supervision of the Commissioner for Kerala and Lakshadweep. Alongside the actors, authorities are inspecting the homes of businessmen in Kalamassery and car dealerships in Malappuram and Kozhikode. Officials continue to carry out searches, with further developments expected as the investigation progresses.\"\r\n