\r\nThe Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council has announced a significant tax cut on movie tickets, which is set to bring relief to single-screen theaters across the country. As per the new rates, cinema tickets priced at Rs 100 or below will attract a reduced GST of 5%, down from the earlier 12%. This 7% tax cut is expected to make movie-going significantly cheaper, encouraging more people to return to the big screen.\r\nThe new GST rates, which will come into effect from September 22, 2025, are likely to have a positive impact on the film industry. The reduced tax rate will benefit single screen theaters, particularly in rural and small town markets where affordability has been a major barrier. However, multiplexes and premium theaters in metros, which charge above Rs 100 per ticket, will continue to attract an 18% GST. The Indian film industry, which grosses over Rs 15,000 crore annually, has been struggling with declining footfalls post-Covid, and this tax cut is expected to provide some relief.\r\nThe tax cut is also expected to drive higher revenues across the value chain, from producers and distributors to exhibitors. Industry experts believe that the reduced GST rate will make cinemagoing more affordable, particularly for budget-conscious audiences. However, the Multiplex Association of India (MAI) had urged the government to extend the 5% GST slab to tickets priced up to Rs 300, which was not taken up by the GST Council.\r\nOverall, the GST cut on movie tickets is a welcome move for the film industry, and it remains to be seen how it will impact the box office collections and audience footfalls in the coming months.\r\n

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A Big Relief for Single Screens

GST Cut on Movie Tickets

Get ready for the highly anticipated collaboration between Silambarasan TR and acclaimed director Vetri Maaran in the upcoming film STR 49. To mark Vetri Maaran's 50th birthday, the makers released a promotional teaser that has sent fans into a frenzy. The 35-second promo glimpse offers a gritty, action-packed preview of what's to come, setting the tone for what could be one of Tamil cinema's most anticipated collaborations in recent years.

STR 49 is set in the same universe as Vetri Maaran's 2018 film Vada Chennai, which starred Dhanush in the lead role. Vetri Maaran revealed that he will use the script he initially wrote for Vada Chennai, which he had to change to accommodate Dhanush, as he had planned to cast Silambarasan TR initially. The film promises to deliver a fresh take on the Vada Chennai universe, with crossover characters and deleted scenes from the original story.

The promo video released by producer Kalaippuli S Thanu of V Creations features Silambarasan TR in a fierce avatar, wielding a weapon with grim determination. With its raw and intense backdrop, the visuals hint at a hard-hitting narrative that blends action with grounded storytelling, a signature Vetri Maaran style. The film is expected to include Andrea Jeremiah as Chandra, Samuthirakani, Kishore, Manikandan, and Nelson Dilipkumar, although official confirmation is awaited.

STR 49 has generated significant buzz among fans, with many eagerly awaiting the film's release. With Vetri Maaran's masterful direction and Silambarasan TR's powerful performance, this film promises to be an exciting addition to Tamil cinema. As the makers continue to build anticipation, fans are eagerly waiting for more updates on the film's plot, cast, and release schedule.

Glimpse Of STR 49 Out

V Creations 47 X STR 49 Glimpse Released

\r\nGet ready for Teja Sajja\'s Mirai, a film that has generated significant buzz among audiences. The movie has completed censor formalities, receiving a U/A (16+) rating with a runtime of 168 minutes. Directed by Karthik Gattamaneni, Mirai promises to deliver high-octane action and stunning VFX, making it a must watch for fans of the genre.\r\nMirai boasts an impressive cast, including Teja Sajja, Ritika Nayak, Jayaram, Jagapathi Babu, Shriya Saran, and Manchu Manoj, who plays a menacing villainous role. The film\'s music is composed by Gowra Hari, known for his work in Hanu-Man. With its talented cast and crew, Mirai is shaping up to be an exciting cinematic experience.\r\nThe teaser and trailer for Mirai have created a significant buzz, and the song \"Vibe Vundi\" has been well-received by audiences. The makers are confident that the film will be a huge success, and their promotional efforts in multiple languages are expected to pay off. With its engaging storyline and captivating music, Mirai is set to enthral audiences.\r\nThe makers of Mirai have taken a strategic approach to its release, deciding to distribute the film themselves by taking advances from distributors. This approach allows them to have more control over the film\'s release and potentially maximize its reach and impact. With its promising storyline and impressive cast, Mirai is expected to perform well at the box office.\r\n

Mirai Censor Details

Checkout Mirai Censor Report and Runtime 

\r\nAnushka Shetty\'s highly anticipated film Ghaati is all set to hit screens worldwide in a few hours, with the actress actively promoting the movie offline. As part of the promotional strategy, the team arranged a phone call between Anushka\'s character Sheelavathi and Pushparaj, played by Allu Arjun in Pushpa. The six-minute audio conversation, officially released by UV Creations, showcases the actors\' chemistry and playful banter.\r\nDuring the phone call, Allu Arjun asked Anushka several questions, including about a potential crossover between Pushpa and Sheelavathi. Anushka playfully responded, \"I was asked that in an interview and thought, oh my god, that would be a raw universe.\" Allu Arjun further teased her about who should direct such a film, Sukumar or Krish, and Anushka mused about the idea of a superhero-style multiverse. The conversation ended with Anushka reciting a fiery dialogue from Ghaati, to which Allu Arjun responded with his signature style.\r\nGhaati, directed by Krish Jagarlamudi, tells the story of Sheelavathi, a bus conductor who gets pushed into the world of organized crime after her community is trapped in a drug mafia. The film features Anushka Shetty in the lead role, alongside Vikram Prabhu, Jagapathi Babu, Chaitanya Rao, and Ravindra Vijay. With its intense storyline and powerful performances, Ghaati promises to be an engaging watch.\r\nGhaati is set to release on September 5, 2025, and is expected to draw large audiences. Interestingly, the film\'s OTT rights have been secured by Amazon Prime Video for a record-breaking price, with the movie likely to stream on the platform in the first week of October 2025. With its gripping narrative and emotionally layered storytelling, Ghaati is shaping up to be a thrilling ride.\r\n

Bunny PC To Anushka For Ghaati

Anushka Taking Part In Ghaati Promotions With Audio Interviews

\r\nGhaati and Madharaasi releasing today. The month of September will start with interesting and exciting entertainers in form of Ghaati, Madharaasi, The Bengal Files and others.\r\nOn 5 September 2025, on the occasion of Teachers Day Anushka-Krish\'s Ghaati, Sivakarthikeyan-Murugadoss\' Madharaasi, Love You Ra, The Bengal Files and others are hitting screens.\r\nAmong them, Ghaati and Madharaasi are carrying hype. Ghaati marks Anushka\'s return to the silver screen after a long gap and it is helmed by Krish. Similarly Madharaasi stars Sivakarthikeyan who scored a hit in form of Amaran. Murugadoss is helming the project and he is pinning his hopes on it as his earlier film Sikandar turned out to be a disaster.\r\nIn between Love You Raa, a horror entertainer is also testing its luck. The film stars debutant Chinnu Krish and Geethika Ratan under the direction of Prasad Eluri.\r\nVivek Agnihotri\'s The Bengal Files is releasing on the same day. Stay tuned for the reviews of the above films in couple of hours from now.\r\n

Today Reviews - Ghaati and others

Ghaati and Madharaasi releasing today

\r\nRajamouli shares his Kenyan experience for SSMB29. SSMB29 with Mahesh Babu in the lead under Rajamouli\'s direction is the most awaited and most anticipated film across the world.\r\nThe film\'s shooting is in full swing and the makers are currently shooting important scenes in Kenya. The film stars Priyanka Chopra as the female lead while Prithviraj Sukumaran is playing a key role. The music for the film is tuned by Keeravani.\r\nNow, Rajamouli shared his Kenyan experience while shooting for SSMB29. He posted \"Visiting Kenya has indeed been a beautiful, once-in-a-lifetime experience with its vast landscapes and incredible diversity of wildlife. Filming there has been one of the most memorable moments of my career. I am deeply thankful to the Kenyan government and the locals of Masai Mara, Naivasha, Samburu, and Amboseli for their tremendous support and hospitality throughout our shoot.\"\r\nRajamouli thanked the Kenyan government and the minister for the support the country has given for the film\'s shoot. The film is releasing in more than 120 languages across the world.\r\n

Rajamouli on his Kenyan experience

Rajamouli shares his Kenyan experience for SSMB29

Krish is renowned for his hard hitting message oriented entertainers. He endeared to movie lovers with films like Vedam, Krishnam Vande Jagadgurum and Gautami Putra Satakarni. His upcoming&nbsp; film Ghaati featuring Anushka Shetty in the lead is releasing on 5 Sep 2025.\r\nKrish is promoting the film and during his interactions he was asked to name his best film of his works. Much to the surprise of all,he took the name of NTR biopic.\r\nPeopla are surpried as NTR biopic which released in two parts as Kathanayakudu and Mahanayakudu turned out to be the biggest disasters. Though Krish showed his mettle as the director, as the makers selectively ignored the important and controversial developments in his life and this impacted the final output at the box office.\r\nGhaati stars Jagapati Babu, Vikram Prabhu and Chaitanya Rao in important roles. The music is tuned by Nagavelli Vidyasagar.\r\n<div></div>

Creative director about his best film

Krish reveals his favourite film till now

Vijay Devarakonda captured the imagination of all and attained stardom across the country with films like Pelli Choopulu, Arjun Reddy and Geetha Govindam. However, he failed to maintain the same momentum with his previous films. His film Kingdom left without a trace at the box office.\r\nVijay Devarakonda during his hay days went on to comment that Brad Pitt was getting hundred times more remuneration than him just because he hailed from Hollywood. Now, content creator Farhan Balaporia, one of the creators, claimed that his video criticising the actor had been taken down on his insistence, labelling him insecure.\r\nHe posted \"Now, I can\'t name him or her, but you will probably be able to guess as I tell the story. By the way, when a lion and tiger have a child, it\'s called a Liger.\" and continued \"I have a friend named Arjun who is never ready on time.\"\r\nHe added \"The video that got taken down is basically him saying that Hollywood has bigger budgets because more people speak English, so the actors get paid more, and therefore they\'re more successful. My reaction was disagreeing with him, telling him that foreign films in different languages on low budgets have succeeded, whereas his own film with a high budget was unsuccessful,\"\r\nHe continued \"He\'ll just take it down again if I re-upload it because there is a clip of him in the reel,\" and added&nbsp; \"Imagine being so insecure you can\'t take criticism from a random guy on the internet.\"

Content Creator exposes Rowdy Star

Content Creator shocking allegations on Vijay Devarakonda

Tiger Shroff\'s action entertainer Baaghi 4 directed by Sandalwood director A.Harsha is releasing on 5 Sep 2025.\r\nThe film completed its censor formalities and got A certificate. Censor Board members suggered more than 23 cuts before passing the film for theatrical screening with A certificate.\r\nThe Censor Board asked the makers to do away with few dialogues and also mute some of them. They include the following;\r\nThe line &ldquo;Bhai tujhe condom mein hi rehna chahiye tha\" was altered, with the word &ldquo;condom\" muted.\r\nThe term &ldquo;fingering\" was replaced with a more acceptable synonym.\r\nA few other lines went through minor rephrasing to soften the tone.\r\nEven some of the scenes are trimmed. They include the following\r\nA sequence involving frontal nudity was concealed.\r\nA scene where a character is seen standing on a coffin was ordered to be deleted entirely.\r\nA one-second shot showing a cigarette being lit from a niranjan diya was removed.\r\nIn the song Yeh Mera Husn, the board objected to the moment where Sanjay Dutt&rsquo;s character lights a cigarette with an amputated hand, leading to the scene&rsquo;s deletion.\r\nAnother sequence showing a knife being hurled at a statue of Jesus Christ was cut.

Baaghi 4 gets censor shock

Censor Board suggests numerous cuts for Baaghi 4

Kalyani Priyadarshan\'s super hero film Lokah Chapter 1-Chandra directed by Domnic Arun has been going great guns at the box office. The film released in Hindi today and ahead of its release, Alia Bhatt reviewed it.\r\nAlia Bhatt who watched the film, posted \"Such a fresh blend of mythic folklore and mystery! So happy to see the love it\'s getting. This is a step in cinema that I will always be eager to show my love and support for!\".&nbsp; Dulqer Salmaan who bankrolled the film replied back saying \"Thank you for always championing cinema you believe in Alia !!Lots of love\".\r\nLokah Chapter 1: Chandra has become the first female led South Indian film to join the 100 Crore club and is expected to join the 200 Cr club in its full run.\r\nPremalu star Nalsen played the lead role in the film, which also starred Kurian, Chandu Salimkumar, Nishanth Sagar, Raghunath Paleri, Vijayaraghavan, Nithya Shri and Sarath Sabha in key roles.\r\n&nbsp;

Bollywood Beauty reviews Lokah

Alia Bhatt on Lokah Chapter 1-Chandra

Get ready for an edge of the seat experience with Atharvaa Murali and Lavanya Tripathi\'s latest film, Tunnel, releasing in Telugu on September 12. Directed by Ravindra Madhava, this action-packed thriller tells the story of a newly recruited police officer, played by Atharvaa Murali, on a mission to catch a notorious fugitive, portrayed by Ashwin Kakumanu. The trailer promises intense action, emotional depth, and a touch of romance, setting high expectations for the film\'s release.\r\nTunnel explores the dramatic consequences of a single life altering event that drives two individuals down different paths one towards justice and the other towards destruction. The film boasts a strong cast, including Lavanya Tripathi as the female lead and Ashwin Kakumanu as the antagonist.&nbsp;\r\nWith its gripping narrative and emotionally layered storytelling, Tunnel is shaping up to be a thrilling ride. The film\'s technical crew, including Justin Prabhakaran, Sakthi Saravanan, and Kalaivanan, adds to the movie\'s polished and promising look.\r\nThe trailer showcases Atharvaa Murali\'s earnest performance as a young cop, while Lavanya Tripathi brings charm and innocence to her role. Ashwin Kakumanu delivers a powerful performance as a man haunted by his past. With its blend of action, suspense, and drama, Tunnel promises to keep audiences on the edge of their seats. The film\'s Telugu version is being presented by A Raju Nayak under Lachuram Productions.\r\nMark your calendars for September 12, when Tunnel will hit theaters near you. With its gripping story, emotional layers, and thrilling action, Tunnel is set to be a standout film in Atharvaa Murali\'s career. Don\'t miss out on this action-packed thriller, featuring a talented cast and impressive technical work.\r\n<div></div>

Tunnel Telugu Trailer Unveiled

Survival Thriller Tunner Starring Atharvaa Murali Is Out

Sivakarthikeyaan is coming to entertain movie lovers with his upcoming entertainer Madharaasi. Expectations are high on the project as Sivakarthikeyan earlier scored a hit with Amaran, and Murugadoss, who failed with his last Bollywood venture Sikandar with Salman Khan, is pinning all his hopes on this film.\r\nSivakarthikeyan is promoting the film, interacting with the scribes raved about Young Tiger NTR. When asked if Madharaasi had the space for a powerful cameo, which hero would he have liked to see in it, Sivakarthikeyan spoke about NTR.\r\nHe added that the film has full action elements and highlights rage, and so he would like to see NTR doing the role. Sivakarthikeyan\'s video is going viral and fans of NTR are super excited about it.\r\nMadharaasi stars Rukmini Vasanth as the female lead while Vidyut Jammwal, Biju Menon, Vikranth and Shabeer Kallarakkal,Prem Kumar, Sanjay and Sachana Namidass in important roles. The film\'s music is tuned by Anirudh Ravichander.&nbsp;