&nbsp;VN.Aditya on Actresses Working Conditions. With most of the actresses like Deepika Padukone, Kajal Agarwal, and others started batting for 8 hours working conditions, VN.Aditya, Telugu director came up with a different take.He said, "Female actors have to be respected and their personal lives should also be taken into account," He continued “When hairdressers and costume designers working with a heroine are allowed to work only eight hours under federation rules, why target and shame an actress when she asks for similar work norms?” He continued, "An actress has to remain on the set even when the hero has not arrived. The moment he turns up, she has to rush to the set from wherever she is. That is unfair."He added, "They perform action sequences even during their menstrual cycle. We often come to know about it through their staff because they hesitate to tell the director. They are afraid to object."He shared, "An actress's life in the industry is tough and restricted by many factors. She cannot openly express her thoughts. Deepika Padukone has the stature to seek better work rules after motherhood, yet she was blamed and trolled. That is unfair."He continued, "I prefer not to name individuals, but most young heroines have to follow rules made by a male-dominated film industry. While women in other professions enjoy better working norms and hours, the movie industry continues to restrict their freedom and choices," taking about the likes of Meenakshi Chaudhary, Sreeleela, Mrunal Thakur, Kayadu Lohar and Bhagyashri Borse etc.Speaking about Savitri, Vijayashanti, Anushka Shetty and Samantha, he said “These actresses became torchbearers of women-centric cinema, but they do not get such opportunities regularly. That is the unfortunate reality.”- Pramod Nandivada

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VN.Aditya on Actresses Working Conditions

Prithviraj Sukumaran is known for interesting and exciting entertainers. He is coming to entertain movie lovers with his upcoming entertainer I, Nobody.The film directed by directed by Nissam Basheer is releasing in Malayam on 9 July and in Telugu on 10 July. The Telugu release is facilitated by Production houses Sri Sravanti Movies and Mythri Movie Distributors &nbsp;across the Telugu states.According to the latest the film completed its censor formalities. The film got U/A certificate from the Censor Board. The film's teaser and trailer got good response from the movie lovers.The film stars National Award winner Parvathy Thiruvothu as the female lead. The film revolves around Raju, a bank employee falsely accused of a massive robbery. To protect his family, he takes a violent path under extreme pressure.The film stars Hakkim Shahjahan, Ashokan, Vijayaraghavan, Madhupal, Shankar Ramakrishnan, Nakshathra, Aira and Nishanth Sagar in important roles.&nbsp; &nbsp;

I, Nobody censored, racing for release

I, Nobody finishes censor formalities 

Adivi Sesh, known for his spy thrillers is set to make his debut in Bollywood. Adivi Sesh became a known face with Major and Dacoit.A source shares &nbsp;"Adivi Sesh has built a strong connection with audiences through content-driven cinema. The response to films like Major and Dacoit has expanded his audience considerably, and there is definitely growing interest in collaborating with him across different industries and languages."The source shared &nbsp;"The action drama will feature Adivi Sesh alongside another male actor and a female lead in key roles. The makers are expected to begin pre-production and cast preparations in September, with the ensemble set to come together ahead of the film's shoot. Principal photography is scheduled to begin in October."The makers will soon confirm the project officially. The makers are maintaining secrecy over the film's title and also the name of the director who will helm the project.&nbsp; ---- Pramod Nandivada&nbsp;

Adivi Sesh braces for Bollywood strike

Adivi Sesh  to make Bollywood debut

Nandini Reddy and Samantha joined hands and scored a resounding hit with the film Maa Inti Bangaaram. The film is going great guns at the box office.In the meantime, Nandini Reddy speaking about Samantha said “We’ve had quite the journey,” while wishing the filmmaker on her birthday, the actor wrote, “From seeing me at my highest highs to my lowest lows, you’ve been my ride or die!”She shared &nbsp;“She’s really grown, trained, and evolved as a person. I mean, in many, many, many ways, I would say, emotionally, spiritually, strength-wise. I think she has really evolved into a completely different person,” she says, adding, “One thing that stays true to her from then to now is her incredible determination to achieve what she sets her eyes on.”She added &nbsp;“She’s hard not only on everybody else, but she’s the hardest on herself. That hasn’t changed. But there’s an incredible amount of maturity and growth…especially spiritual growth. Today, she’s calmer, wiser, and more sorted as a person. And, of course, acting-wise, she has evolved phenomenally; that’s there to see. She makes it tangible that you feel what she’s feeling,”---- Pramod Nandivad &nbsp;

Samantha evolved into a new person

Nandini Reddy on Samantha evolution

Ameer Log starring MC Hari, Manoj, Sasidhar and Vedha Jalandharr has been attracting the attention of movie lovers. The film is directed by Ramana Reddy Soma. Interest levels increased when Hot Hunk Rana came forward to present the film under his Spirit Media facilitating the film's release in two Telugu states.The makers today released the film's teaser and it is loaded with emotions, fun and friendship. The film's teaser is launched by Vamsi Nandipati. Though the teaser didn't reveal much, it sent signals that the film is a youthful entertainer.<figure class="media"><div data-oembed-url="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mjTmIKpWN0U">
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Ameer Log teaser talk

Ameer Log teaser: Fun Filled

Kajal Agarwal who ruled south romancing top stars of Tollywood and in other industries talked about the beauty standards.She said "Times were very different. There was no social media. There was no external layer of extra judgments. There were no airport looks that you had to justify. You could just be yourself and walk into a room or walk into an airport and be comfortable. It's not easy to travel fully glammed up. You need to be comfortable when you're travelling, especially on long flights. Thankfully, I didn't have all that to deal with at that point in time."She added &nbsp;"The judgments definitely came from the filmmakers, where they wanted me to be fatter or thinner or something or whatever. There were things. But I feel it was still easier back then. It wasn't as cruel. Now it's just merciless. So I feel sorry for the younger girls right now. And I really hope that they are able to stand their own. And I really hope that they can hold space."She is starring in The India Story helmed by &nbsp;Chettan DK. The film is releasing on 24 July 2026.&nbsp; ---- Pramod Nandivada &nbsp;

Kajal talks about beauty standards

Kajal says beauty standards are merciless

Yash's Toxic is the most anticipated film across the country. The film directed by Geetu Mohan Das got delayed multiple times much to the disappointment of all the movielovers. The film is now releasing on 26 Aug 2026.The film stars Nayanthara, Kiara Advani, Huma Qureshi, Rukmini Vasanth and Tara Sutaria in important roles. Huma Qureshi was asked about the delay of Toxic and she reacted in the following way.She said “The new release date is August 26. Whatever the reason may have been, I think the focus should now be on the fact that fans are incredibly excited for the film to release. I am very excited too because, from whatever little I have seen, I can say it is a visual spectacle. It's a massive film.”She continued &nbsp;“I haven't watched the entire film yet, but based on what I have seen, every actor and every character has delivered their best. I don't think audiences have ever experienced action on this scale before. So, it doesn't really matter whether the film releases in March, June or August. The goal isn't to release first; it's to release when the film is truly ready."---- Pramod Nandivada

Huma Qureshi on Toxic Delay

Huma Qureshi shares her thoughts on Toxic delay

It is known that star musician Ilayaraja acts strictly against anyone whoever indulges in copyright infirngement regarding his music.He took a strong exception to the makers of GV.Prakash Kumar's Happy Raj for using his composition “Podhuvaga En Manasu Thangam” from the movie Murattu Kaalai. He alleged that the makers used his song and modified it without obtaining his prior permission violating copyright laws.According to the latest, Madras High Court ruled in favour of Ilayaraja but with three months delay. The Madras High Court restrained the makers of Happy Raj from using the song in the film.The court also issued notices to the film’s director and producer, seeking their response.Maria Raja Elanchezian directed Happy Raj which starred &nbsp;Abbas, Sri Gouri Priya, George Maryan , Geetha Kailasam, Adhirchi Arun, Madurai Muthu, Devi Mahesh &amp; Others in important roles. The music for the film is scored by Justin Prabhakaran.---- Pramod Nandivada &nbsp;

Ilayaraja wins copyright battle

Ilayaraja wins copyright battle against Happy Raj

Sumanth Prabhas who entertained movie lovers with his film Mem Famous, is getting ready to entertain movie lovers with his upcoming film titled Romanchakam under the direction of Venugopal Reddy. The film's title poster generated interest and today the makers released the glimpse.The glimpse is colorful and showed the lead pair Sumanth Prabhas and Ananthika Sanil Kumar in intense love and romantic moments. The glimpse sent signals that the film is an intense romantic entertainer with the blend of humor and emotional elements.Sandeep Reddy Vanga and Pranay Reddy Vanga are presenting and producing the film under the Bhadrakali Pictures banner. Vasuki Vaibhav and Pawan Pappula are the music director and cinematographer for the film.The film stars Upendra Limaye, Venkatesh Kakamanu and Narendra Ravi in important roles. The film comes with a tagline Love, Laughter and Thrills and it generated interest among movie lovers.---- Pramod Nandivada

Romanchakam glimpse out

Romanchakam glimpse romantic

&nbsp;Mohanlal landed in huge trouble when a routine income tax raid in 2011 in Kochi’s Thevara neighbourhood home, found &nbsp;elephant tusks and ivory artefacts displayed as heirlooms. They were seized under the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972, which strictly prohibits possession of ivory without government certification and a case was registered.At that time, Mohanlal claimed he tusks came from a captive elephant that died of natural causes and that he kept them as memorabilia. He claimed not to know it was unlawful to keep them. The case slipped into oblivion after the government allowed him to declare the tusks in 2015, and he was issued an ownership certificate in 2016.In 2011, Mohanlal challenged the Kerala High Court , the judgement of &nbsp;Perumbavoor court and got interim stay and it was effective till 2025. In 2016 and 2019, he requested the government to withdraw the case, maintaining that the ivory and tusks were lawfully acquired. The plea was dismissed in 2023. The High Court in 2025, ruled &nbsp;that the ownership certificates issued were not legally valid. The state government was asked to issue a new notification. This came after a group of retired forest officers, conservationists, and former wildlife wardens petitioned the HC over the certificates which allowed him to keep these tusks. The court did not direct the prosecution of the actor.Finally Mohanlal relented and declared to the Forest Department that he possesses 10 elephant tusks, six more than his initial declaration, and 13 ivory idols. Officials at the Malayattoor Divisional Forest Office in Kochi told PTI that the declaration was made under the department’s amnesty scheme, in which individuals can declare unregistered wildlife articles to avoid legal action.The ivory idols he declared include those of Lord Krishna, Lord Rama, and Tirupati Balaji, with a total weight of around 46 kg. Mohanlal has claimed that most of the tusks in his possession are inherited or received as gifts.---- Pramod Nandivada

Mohanlal declares elephant tusks, ivory idols under Kerala amnesty

Mohanlal uses Kerala amnesty

Jr NTR has lent his voice to Lenin starring Akhil Akkineni. The makers revealed this on July 6, 2026 with a social post calling it a world born out of conviction. His powerful narration has instantly raised hype for the July 10 theatrical release of the action drama.The post read, "Introduced by a voice that needs no introduction." While details are under wraps, sources say NTR introduces the film’s world with his signature intensity. His voiceovers in RRR and Devara promos went viral, and fans expect the same mass impact for Lenin too.Akhil shared an emotional note thanking NTR. He wrote, "Thank you Tiger. Thanks for roaring for #Lenin. Eppatiki marichipolenantha Prema ichhavu. Love you brother." The note went viral among Tarak and Akhil fans. It highlights the strong bond between the Young Tiger and Akkineni hero.Directed by Murali Kishor Abburu and produced by Nagarjuna and Naga Vamsi, Lenin also stars Bhagyashri Borse. With Thaman’s music and NTR’s narration, trade expects strong openings. The title glimpse is expected soon, and fans are waiting to hear NTR set the tone for Akhil’s comeback.- Veda

NTR Voice Over For Lenin  

NTR Voices Akhil’s Lenin And Boosts Buzz

Thiruveer is known for his interesting and entertaining elements. He is comingup with his new film titled in an interesting way as Oh Sukumari. The film is directed by Bharath Darshan and according to the latest the film completed its censor formalities.Members of the censor board after watching the film passed it with U/A certificate. The film is slated for a grand release on 17 July at pan India level. The film stars Aishwarya Rajesh as the female lead. The song Yadhi Gani Pilla and the teaser got good response from all quarters.Maheshwara Reddy Mooli is producing the film under the Ganga Entertainments banner.The film stars Muralidhar Goud, Vishnu Oi, Jhansi, and Amani in important roles.Bharath Machiraju is the music director for the film which revolves around female lead getting an electric shock and the male lead being the miser and the happenings between them.---- Pramod Nandivada