Chiranjeevi gears up for Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu song shoot. Mega Star Chiranjeevi's upcoming entertainer Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu is progressing at a brisk pace under the direction of Anil Ravipudi. The film is in race for the grand release during Sankranti 2026.
The film's shooting is in full swing and according to the latest the makers are set to shoot a spectacular song on Chiranjeevi and female lead Nayanthara. Nayanthara already landed in Hyderabad and Chiranjeevi will be joining the sets today. The song shoot will start from today. The song will be choreographed by Vijay Polanki.
The song is expected to be one of the highlights in the film. Bheems Ceciroleo is the music director for the film. Already the age defying looks of Chiranjeevi is becoming the talking point and delighting mega fans and movie lovers.
Victory Venkatesh is playing the powerful role in the film produced by Sahu Garapati of Shine Screens banner.

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Chiru ready for MSG spectacular song

Chiranjeevi gears up for Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu song shoot

\r\nKamal Haasan confirms multistarrer sensation with Rajinikanth. Kamal Haasan and Rajnikanth enjoy tremendous fan following among all sections of people across the world. They starred together in many blockbuster films like Apoorva Ragangal, Moondru Mudichu, Avargal, and Pathinaru Vayathinilele but later created a niche for themselves on the silver screen.\r\nIn the midst of all this, Kamal Haasan speaking to scribes at SIIMA 2025 awards function confirmed project with Rajinikanth. He said &ldquo;We don\'t know if it\'s a Tharamana Sambavam (wonderful occurrence) but it\'s good if the audience likes it. If they\'re happy, we\'ll like it. Otherwise, we\'ll continue trying. This was long coming. We were separate because they gave one biscuit to both of us. But the half biscuit makes us both happy, so we\'ll come together.&rdquo;\r\nHe continued &ldquo;It is you all who thought/created the competition. We don\'t have any competition between us. It\'s important that we got the chance to do this. He is like that, so am I, It might be a surprise, business-wise, but we feel at least now its happening. We always wanted to produce each other\'s films.&rdquo;\r\nKamal Haasan was last seen in Thug Life while Rajinikanth entertained with Coolie. Rajini is also having Jailer 2 which is progressing at a brisk pace.\r\n

Universal Star ready for a sensation

Kamal Haasan confirms multistarrer sensation with Rajinikanth

\r\nBoney Kapoor\'s ambitious film project, Maidaan, starring Ajay Devgn, has turned out to be a massive financial loss. Despite its promising premise, based on the life of India\'s greatest football coach, Syed Abdul Rahim, the film underperformed at the box office, earning only â‚¹68 crore against a staggering production cost of â‚¹210 crore. The film\'s budget skyrocketed from an initial â‚¹120 crore due to COVID-19 restrictions and other unforeseen circumstances, including a cyclone that destroyed the stadium set.\r\nThe production of Maidaan faced significant challenges, with the film being delayed for over four years due to the pandemic. Boney Kapoor shared his struggles in an interview, revealing that 70% of the film was complete by January 2020, but the lockdown halted production. The pandemic-related restrictions added extra costs, including ordering food from Taj for the entire unit of 800 people and maintaining four ambulances and doctors on set.\r\nAfter the film\'s poor performance at the box office, Kapoor had to borrow money to pay his vendors, who had patiently waited for four years for their payments. Some vendors even reduced their fees by 10-15%, showing their commitment to the project. Despite the financial loss, Kapoor acknowledged the vendors\' dedication and cooperation.\r\nMaidaan is now streaming on Amazon Prime Video, and while it may not have achieved commercial success, it remains a notable project in Boney Kapoor\'s filmography. The film\'s failure has contributed to significant losses for Kapoor, joining the list of big-budget flops in Indian cinema.\r\n

Maidaan Left BK In Huge Losses

Boney Kapoor Revealed Massive Financial Loss With Maidan

\r\nSelvaraghavan is set to star in the upcoming Tamil film \"Manithan Deivamagalam,\" directed by Dennis Manjunath. The film\'s first look was revealed on social media by Selvaraghavan\'s brother, Dhanush. The movie follows a village shaken by tragedy, and Selvaraghavan\'s character undergoes a transformation into the deity of the land as he tries to save his people.\r\nThe film features a talented cast, including Kushee Ravi, YG Mahendran, and Mime Gopi. The technical team is equally impressive, with Ravi Varma K handling cinematography, Deepak S editing, music composed by A K Prriyan, and art direction by Bhakiyaraj. The film\'s plot promises a story of transformation and resilience in the face of crisis.\r\nWith \"Manithan Deivamagalam,\" Selvaraghavan is poised to make a significant impact in Tamil cinema. The film\'s strong cast and theme of transformation after crisis make it an exciting project to look forward to. Meanwhile, Selvaraghavan is also working on \"7G Rainbow Colony 2,\" a sequel to his earlier film, with Ravi Krishna and Anaswara Rajan starring alongside him.\r\n\"Manithan Deivamagalam\" marks Dennis Manjunath\'s third directorial venture after \"Trip\" and \"Thookudurai.\" The film\'s production wrapped up in August, and fans are eagerly awaiting its release. With its promising plot and strong cast, \"Manithan Deivamagalam\" is set to be a notable addition to Selvaraghavan\'s filmography.\r\n

Selvaraghavan Turns Hero

Selvaraghavan To Play Lead In Manithan Deivamagalam

\r\nDulquer Salmaan\'s superhero film Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra has become a massive hit, raking in over Rs. 106.35 crores at the box office. The movie which features Kalyani Priyadarshan in the lead role has defied expectations and emerged as a 100 crore grosser despite competition from other big releases like Mohanlal\'s Hridayapoorvam. With the Onam weekend boost, the film is expected to collect an additional Rs. 130-140 crores by the end of its second weekend, solidifying its position as a blockbuster.\r\nThe film boasts an impressive cast, including Naslen and Chandu Salimkumar, with Sandy playing the antagonist. Directed by Dominic Arun and with cinematography handled by Nimish Ravi, Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra has received praise for its blend of action, suspense, and emotional moments. Kalyani Priyadarshan\'s performance has been particularly lauded, making her the only South Indian actress to lead a 100 crore grosser. Dulquer Salmaan, the producer, has expressed his gratitude to the entire team for the film\'s success and announced that he will share the profits with the team, showcasing his generosity and appreciation for collaborative efforts.\r\nSuccess is palpable, and he credits the entire crew for the movie\'s reception. The film\'s consistent performance in Tamil and Telugu markets is a testament to its broad appeal. With plans to increase the budget for upcoming parts, Dominic Arun aims to make the Lokah universe even bigger and better.\r\nThe success of Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra has not only delighted audiences but also cemented Kalyani Priyadarshan\'s status as a big box office star. As the film continues to perform well globally, especially in Kerala and Gulf countries, fans eagerly await the next installment in the Lokah universe.\r\n

Dulquer Noble Gesture

Dulquer Salmaan To Share Profits of Lokah Chapter 1 With His Team

\r\nFamous producer Allu Aravind has been hit with a double tragedy. Recently, his mother, Allu Kanakaratnamma, passed away at the age of 94 due to age-related health issues. Before he could come to terms with her loss, Aravind received another devastating news &ndash; the passing of his childhood friend and Geetha Arts Executive Producer, C. Nagaraju, who had been suffering from illness for some time.\r\nNagaraju, 76, was not only a close friend but also like a family member to Allu Aravind. He had been working with Geetha Arts since the film Master and had earned a stable position as an executive producer for many movies. Aravind took care of Nagaraju\'s funeral arrangements personally, showcasing their deep bond. Several industry personalities, including Raviraja Pinisetty, Bunny Vasu, Vamsi Nandipati, Bandla Ganesh, and Suresh Kondeti, attended the funeral and expressed their condolences.\r\nNagaraju\'s demise has left a void in Aravind\'s life, especially following the recent loss of his mother. The producer\'s family is grief-stricken, and netizens are expressing sadness over the consecutive losses Aravind has faced. Nagaraju is survived by his wife, daughter, and son, who is settled in Australia.\r\nThe Telugu film industry is mourning the loss of these two significant figures in Allu Aravind\'s life, with many paying tribute to their memory and expressing sympathy for the grieving family.\r\n

Sadness Hits Allu Aravind Again

Allu Aravind Double Blow - Mother and Friend Passing

Kalyani Priyadarshan\'s super hero film Lokah-Chapter 1-Chandra directed by Dominic Arun is going great guns at the box office.\r\nThe film starred Premalu star Nalsen along with Kurian, Chandu Salimkumar, Nishanth Sagar, Raghunath Paleri, Vijayaraghavan, Nithya Shri and Sarath Sabha in key roles.\r\nThe film is getting rave reviews from celebrities also. Already Alia Bhatt praised the film and now Priyanka Chopra and Samantha showered praises on the film.\r\nSamantha posted &ldquo;Watched Lokah and wowwww!! What an experience. The visuals, sound and the action &mdash; every frame felt alive and the world built completely pulled me in. But what stayed with me was seeing our first female superhero on screen. @kalyanipriyadarshan. Chandra gave me goosebumps. Huge respect to the entire team. You have created something truly special (sic).&rdquo;\r\nPriyanka Chopra shared&nbsp; a poster of Lokah Chapter 1, featuring Kalyani and Naslen. Along with it, Priyanka penned a note that read, \"India\'s first female superhero is here. Congratulations @dgsalmaan and the entire team of Lokah. This story has been already been winning hearts in Malayalam, and now, it\'s out in Hindi too. P.S. added it to my watchlist already! Have you?\"\r\nAkshay Kumar also posted&nbsp; &ldquo;Talent runs in the family&hellip;suna thaa, ab dekh liya (heard before, saw now)! Hearing lovely things about the brilliant acting chops of @kalyanipriyan, Priyadarshan Sir&rsquo;s daughter. My best wishes to her and the entire team of #Lokah on their Hindi version release. More power.&rdquo;\r\n<div></div>

Hot beauties praise Lokah Part 1

Priyanka-Samantha praise Lokah Part 1-Chandra

Power Star Pawan Kalyan\'s action entertainer OG directed by Sujeeth is racing for a grand release across the world on 25 Sep 2025.\r\nExpectations are increasing on the film as Sujeeth is known for his intense action entertainers and Pawan Kalyan enjoys sensational following across the world.\r\nAlready bookings are open and OG mania is gripping the entire world. North America is witnessing OG fever and already 40,000 Tickets have been sold and the ticket sales crossed more than one million dollars in the region alone proving Pawan Kalyan\'s star power.\r\nThe film stars Priyanka Arul Mohan as the female lead while Emraan Hashmi is the antagonist. Thaman is the music director for the film which is produced by produced by DVV Danayya and Kalyan Dasari. The film stars Sriya Reddy, Prakash Raj, and Arjun Das in important roles.\r\nAlready promotions are driving all crazzy and movie lovers are waiting to see Pawan Kalyan as OG, the powerful gangster on the big screen.&nbsp;\r\n<div></div>

OG mania in North America

OG fever grips North America

The current box office scenario presents an interesting contrast between three films: Little Hearts, Ghaati, and Madharaasi. Despite having a modest budget, Little Hearts has managed to make a significant impact, collecting approximately Rs 1.85 crore on its opening day and crossing Rs 3.25 crore by the end of day 2.

This impressive performance can be attributed to its relatable storyline, quirky promotions, and strong technical backbone. The film's slice of life narrative, sprinkled with light hearted campus banter and family dynamics, seems to have struck a chord with the audience.

Madharaasi, on the other hand, has been performing well, especially in Tamil Nadu, where it recorded 62.22% occupancy on its opening day. The film collected an estimated Rs 13.65 crore net on its opening day and Rs 11.75 crore net on its second day, taking its domestic total to Rs 25.40 crore in just two days.

However, Ghaati is facing a slow burn, with its day 2 performance reflecting a noticeable drop compared to its opening day. The film collected around Rs 1.30 crore on day 1 and added approximately Rs 1 crore more on day 2, bringing its cumulative tally to around Rs 2.30 crore.

Little Hearts Shine At The Boxoffice

Box Office Showdown Of Little Hearts Ghaati and Madharaasi

\r\nPrabhas and director Sandeep Reddy Vanga are gearing up for their upcoming film, Spirit, with a unique approach to filmmaking. Vanga revealed on Jagapathi Babu\'s talk show, Jayammu Nischayammu Raa, that he\'s adopting a similar method used in his film Animal, where 70% of the background music is already ready. This approach allows for smoother shooting and saves time, potentially up to a week of production. Vanga explained that having background music ready beforehand makes it easier to know when to call \"action\" or \"cut,\" streamlining the overall process.\r\nSpirit promises to showcase Prabhas in a new light, with Vanga praising the actor\'s transparency and humility despite his massive stardom. The film\'s production is expected to begin soon, with Triptii Dimri as the female lead. According to reports, Spirit will be a cop drama with intense action sequences and emotional depth. Vanga has already completed a significant portion of the background music, which he believes will enhance the film\'s overall impact.\r\nThe director has expressed confidence in Spirit\'s success, predicting it will surpass his previous films, Arjun Reddy and Animal. With a budget of â‚¹300 crore, Vanga is determined to deliver a blockbuster hit. He\'s also promised that the film\'s runtime won\'t exceed three hours, ensuring a tightly wound narrative without compromising on intensity.\r\nSpirit is set to start filming in January 2026, with Prabhas undergoing rigorous training for his role as a police officer. The film will be co-produced by Sandeep Vanga and Bhushan Kumar from T-Series, with Harshvardhan Rameshwar composing the music. Fans are eagerly awaiting the film\'s release, anticipating a thrilling cinematic experience.\r\n

Vanga Unique Process For Spirit

Sandeep Vanga Revealed His New Approach To Shoot Prabhas Spirit

\r\nThe latest Bollywood box office clash has seen Tiger Shroff\'s action-packed film Baaghi 4 emerge as the clear winner, outperforming Vivek Agnihotri\'s political drama The Bengal Files. Despite mixed reviews and low pre ofrelease hype, Baaghi 4\'s star power and commercial appeal helped it secure a significant lead in ticket sales. The film collected â‚¹12 crore on its opening day and â‚¹9 crore on Saturday, bringing its total two-day collection to â‚¹21 crore.\r\nIn contrast, The Bengal Files had a modest opening, earning â‚¹1.75 crore on Friday and â‚¹2.25 crore on Saturday, with a total collection of â‚¹4 crore. The film\'s performance was impacted by controversy surrounding its release, particularly in West Bengal, where it allegedly faced an unofficial ban. Director Vivek Agnihotri claimed that pressure was put on theater owners to avoid showing the film, which was supported by an open letter from actress Pallavi Joshi to the President of India.\r\nThe success of Baaghi 4 highlights the continued popularity of big-budget action films in India and reinforces Tiger Shroff\'s position as a bankable star. While The Bengal Files has sparked debate and controversy, its financial performance pales in comparison to Baaghi 4. As the films continue their run, it remains to be seen if The Bengal Files can gain momentum.\r\nBaaghi 4\'s strong opening and sustained performance have solidified its position as a major draw for audiences seeking high octane action. The film\'s dominance at the box office is a testament to the well established Baaghi franchise, which has a strong track record of commercial success. With its impressive box office numbers, Baaghi 4 has undoubtedly won the first round of this cinematic showdown.\r\n

BO Battle Between Baaghi 4 And TBF

Baaghi 4 Outperforms The Bengal Files

\r\nThe Pushpa franchise is set to continue with its third instalment, Pushpa 3, after the massive success of Pushpa 2: The Rule. At the SIIMA Awards 2025, director Sukumar confirmed that the team is working on the next part, assuring fans that the story remains unfinished after the climax of Pushpa 2.\r\nThe confirmation came when Sukumar was asked about Pushpa 3 during a light moment on stage, referencing the film\'s famous dialogue \"Party ledha Pushpa?\" According to producer Yalamanchili Ravi Shankar of Mythri Movie Makers, Pushpa 3 is expected to release in 2028.\r\nThe delay is due to Allu Arjun\'s current commitments to other projects, including film with Atlee. Sukumar is also set to work on a project with Ram Charan before diving into Pushpa 3.\r\nThe third instalment promises to be an exciting continuation of the franchise, with the story expected to chronicle Pushpa\'s journey after earning his surname. With Pushpa 2: The Rule breaking multiple records and grossing over â‚¹1800 crore worldwide, expectations are high for Pushpa 3.\r\n