Janaki V v/s State of Kerala directed by Pravin Narayanan resulted in the huge controversy ever since its annoucement. The film starred Suresh Gopi and Anupama Parameswaran in the lead roles.\r\nThe film already completed its theatrical run and is now streaming on Zee5. In the meantime, Anupama Parameswaran speaking to scribes made startling revelations.\r\nShe said &ldquo;There are several things in the film that were not there when I read the script. It has things that I don\'t relate to, politically. But the film is also about that, so one cannot find fault with it,\"\r\nShe continued \"I committed to Janaki&rsquo;s story. It was about Janaki&rsquo;s fight when I committed to the film about 3-4 years ago,&rdquo; She said after the entry of Suresh Gopi, things changed and the script underwent lot of changes.\r\nThe film is produced by J. Phanindra Kumar under the banner of Cosmos Entertainments, with Sethuraman Nair Kankol as co-producer.\r\n&nbsp;

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Anu shocking revelations over JSK

Anupama Parameswaran revelation over JSK

Santosh Sobhan has been making an impression doing different genre roles. He is getting ready to entertain movie lovers with his film titled in a youthful and appealing manner as Couple Friendly.\r\nThe film is directed by Ashwin Chandrasekhar and Santosh Sobhan is playing the role of an interior designer. Manasa Varanasi is the female lead in the film.\r\nAlready the film\'s promotions got good response and today the makers released the film\'s song Naalo Nenu. Aditya Narayanan scored melodious tune for the song and it at once captivated all. Ramajogayya Sastry penned youthful and romantic lyrics for the song which is sung in a melodious voice by Sanchit Hegde.\r\nThe film is bankrolled on UV Concepts and presented by UV Creations.The cinematography handled by Dinesh Purusottaman added value to the narration. The story is set in the backdrop of Chennai. The emotional elements connected chords with the viewers.

Naalo Nenu from Couple Friendly 

Couple Friendly - Naalo Nenu captivates

Presented by star director Maruthi on Maruthi Team Product, producer Vijaypal Reddy Adidhala of Vanara Celluloid banner has brought forth the film &ldquo;Tribanadhari Barbarik&rdquo;, directed by Mohan Srivatsa. The movie features senior actor Sathyaraj, Udaya Bhanu, Vasishta N. Simha, Satyam Rajesh, Kranthi Kiran, and Sanchi Roy in key roles. The film is set to release on August 29, and both the teaser and trailer have already gained significant traction online. On this occasion, producer Vijaypal Reddy shared his thoughts and experiences about the film.\r\n&nbsp;*How did the journey of &lsquo;Tribanadhari Barbarik&rsquo; begin?*&nbsp;\r\nI was busy with my business ventures when I happened to hear this story. Director Mohan narrated it to me, and I instantly liked it. Initially, we thought of making it as a small-budget film. Later, I met director Maruthi. He said, &ldquo;If you&rsquo;re making this film, do it on a big scale&mdash;otherwise don&rsquo;t do it at all.&rdquo; That gave me the confidence to go ahead with a grand production.\r\n&nbsp;*What is the story of &lsquo;Tribanadhari Barbarik&rsquo;?*&nbsp;\r\nIt&rsquo;s a very new kind of story, quite thrilling in nature. Just like Malayalam films are often made realistically, we shot it with a natural style as well. At the same time, we have included the necessary commercial elements for the Telugu audience. Though we first thought of producing it on a smaller scale, the story demanded a grandeur that we eventually provided.\r\n&nbsp;*What response did you get from the premieres?*&nbsp;\r\nA fresh element in this film is how we blended in the mythological genre with the story. We held premieres in Warangal and Vijayawada, and the response was overwhelming. Many people were moved to tears. Everyone praised the movie, saying it was excellent. That gave us immense satisfaction.\r\n&nbsp;*How is the film technically?*&nbsp;\r\nToday&rsquo;s audience appreciates fresh content and different concepts. Since I am new to the industry, Maruthi garu stood by me as strong support. Technically too, this film is rich. We brought Infusion Band for the soundtrack, their songs and re-recording have come out brilliantly. Cinematographer Kushender Ramesh Reddy&rsquo;s visuals will surely impress viewers.\r\n&nbsp;*You&rsquo;re producing back-to-back films. Why so?*&nbsp;\r\nYes, my intention from the beginning was to continuously produce quality films. Along with Tribanadhari Barbarik, we also started another film titled Beauty. I believe in good content, which is why I confidently went ahead with both projects. I can assure you&mdash;there won&rsquo;t be a single boring moment in either of these films. That&rsquo;s my challenge.\r\n&nbsp;*Tell us about the actors in this film.*&nbsp;\r\nSathyaraj garu agreed to our film during the very first narration itself. He plays a role unlike anything he has done before. Every character here has importance. Udaya Bhanu garu got a very strong role, and this film will give her an excellent restart in her second innings. Likewise, Satyam Rajesh, Vasishta, Sanchi Roy, and others have delivered engaging performances.\r\n&nbsp;*What was director Maruthi&rsquo;s reaction after watching the film?*&nbsp;\r\nAfter watching the film, Maruthi garu was extremely satisfied. He is very confident about its success. To ensure wider reach, we screened premieres in places like Warangal and Vijayawada. For now, we are releasing it in Telugu, but soon we will dub it into other languages as well.\r\n&nbsp;*Why was the film&rsquo;s release postponed?*&nbsp;\r\nMythri Movie Makers are releasing our film in the Nizam region. Since War 2 and Coolie are also playing currently, we needed sufficient theatres to match our scale. Hence, they suggested shifting the release from August 22 to August 29. Now we&rsquo;ve secured the required number of theatres and are ready for a grand release.\r\n&nbsp;*Will your production house continue making unique content films?*&nbsp;\r\nYes. Barbarik is a thrilling film. Beauty is a full-fledged family and commercial entertainer. Next, I have approved a horror-comedy project, and there are two more in the pipeline. Each one will be distinctly different.\r\n&nbsp;*What has given you the most satisfaction with &lsquo;Tribanadhari Barbarik&rsquo;?*&nbsp;\r\nWe want families to come together and watch this movie. That&rsquo;s why we&rsquo;ve capped the ticket price at just Rs 150 for both multiplexes and single screens. The film carries a meaningful message while also offering the entertainment that audiences expect. It&rsquo;s designed to explain the true essence of Tribanasthra and convey it in a powerful way.\r\nDuring a special premiere in Warangal, one couple watched the movie for free. But afterwards, they felt it was so valuable that they voluntarily paid for the tickets. That moment gave me immense satisfaction as a producer

Producer Vijaypal Reddy Adidhala about Tribanadhari Barbarik

Producer Vijaypal Reddy Adidhala Interview

Natasimha Balakrishna recently completed 50years journey in Tollywood and much to the delight of all his fans, his name entered into the world book of records.\r\nCurrently Balakrishna is busy with his upcoming action entertainer Akhanda Thaandavam. The film is generating immense interest as it is the sequel to the hit film Akhanda. The film is progressing in full swing under the direction of Boyapati Srinu. Though the makers earlier planned to release the film on 25 Sep 2025, they now changed the plans and the film will now be releasing on 5 December 2025.\r\nIn the meantime, all eyes are on his next project referred to NBK111. Already it is confirmed that Gopichand Malineni who directed Balakrishna earlier in Veera Simha Reddy will be helming&nbsp; the project. Now inside talk is the project will be launched in a grand manner on 2 October and the shooting will kickstart after the Dasara festival.\r\nVenkata Satish Kilaru will produce this prestigious film on Vriddhi Cinemas banner. Thaman is the music director and plans are on to release the film during Dasara 2026.&nbsp;

All set for NBK111 sensation

NBK111 to be launched grandly at this time

\r\nKaantha targeting festive date. Young, handsome and charming hero Dulqer Salmaan is coming to show his power with his upcoming film Kaantha. The film directed by Selvamani Selvaraj is capturing the interest of movie lovers.\r\nThe film is slated for the release on 12 Sep 2025 and now inside developments reveal that the filmmakers are backing out and are looking out at the new date,\r\nInside talk is plans are on to release the film in the third week of October, targeting the Diwali festival. Official confirmation is expected to come in the coming days.\r\nBhagyashri Borse and Samuthirakhani in important roles The film is based on the life of M.K. Thyagaraja Bhagavathar, known as the first superstar of Tamil cinema. The film\'s promotions attracted the attention of one and all.\r\nJhanu Chanthar is the music director and the movie is backed by Rana Daggubati&rsquo;s Spirit Media and Dulquer&rsquo;s Wayfarer Films.\r\n

Kaantha eyeing festival of lights

Kaantha targeting festival date

\r\nAkhil Lenin missing the date. Akkineni Prince Akhil is leaving no stone turned to score his first hit at the box office. He is coming to entertain movie lovers with his film Lenin. The film directed by Murali Kishore Abburu of Vinaro Bhagyamu Vishnu Katha fame is generating interest among Akkineni fans.\r\nThe makers earlier planned to release the film either in November or December but now reports are coming that the film may get postponed. The makers are now planning to release the film during Summer next year. The film\'s shoot got delayed due to multiple reshoots and also due to the recent workers union strike stalling the shoots.\r\nThe makers initially roped in Sreeleela but later opted for Bhagyashri Borse after she walked out of the project. The film is based on real life incidents in Rayalaseema and sources say the film touches the honour killings in the backdrop of temples.\r\nThe music for the film is tuned by Thaman. Naga Vamsi&rsquo;s Sithara Entertainments and Nagarjuna&rsquo;s Annapurna Studios are bankrolling the project in a prestigious manner.\r\n

Lenin moving away

Akhil Lenin missing the date

\r\nRajinikanth\'s action drama Coolie has performed well at the box office after a moderate second weekend. The film has collected Rs 310 crore nett in India in 11 days, with Rs 270 crore grossed in the first week and Rs 40 crore grossed in the next four days. The film\'s collections in different territories are impressive, with Tamil Nadu contributing Rs 135 crore, AP/TG Rs 66 crore, Kerala Rs 25 crore, Karnataka Rs 40 crore, and North India Rs 44 crore.\r\nDespite its overall success, Coolie has underperformed in Tamil Nadu, with trade experts believing that it could have collected around Rs 155-160 crore in the state. The film\'s collections in Tamil Nadu are Rs 135 crore in 11 days, and reaching the Rs 150 crore mark looks like a tough task. This underperformance is not new for Rajinikanth\'s films, which have consistently done 10-15% lower than expectations in the main market of Tamil cinema.\r\nRajinikanth\'s recent films, including Kabali, Petta, and Jailer, have shown a similar trend of underperformance in Tamil Nadu. Kabali, despite having poor word of mouth managed to do well in other areas but not in Tamil Nadu. Petta outshined Viswasam in all areas except Tamil Nadu, where Viswasam took a clear lead. Jailer, which set new records everywhere for Kollywood, failed to beat Ponniyin Selvan 1 and did not cross the Rs 200 crore mark.\r\nThe performance of Coolie in the third weekend, aided by the Vinayaka Chavithi festival, will be crucial in determining its overall success. If the film does well, it can still cross the Rs 150 crore mark in Tamil Nadu. However, given the trend of Rajinikanth\'s films underperforming in the state, it remains to be seen how Coolie will fare in the long run.\r\n

Coolie Struggling In Tamil Nadu

Rajinikanth Films Underperformance In Tamil Nadu

Nag Ashwin to direct Rajinikanth. Almost all the directors dream of directing Super Star Rajinikanth. According to the latest, talented young Tollywood director Nag Ashwin is all set to direct Rajinikanth.

Nag Ashwin captured the imagination of all with Mahanati which won many awards at the national level. The film is a biopic on legendary actor Savitri. Later he came up with a sci fi entertainer Kalki 2898 AD which starred top stars like Prabhas, Deepika Padukone, Amitabh Bachchan and Kamal Haasan.

All eyes are on Kalki 2898 AD sequel and as the project is getting delayed, in the interim, Nag Ashwin according to sources readied a female centric story keeping in mind, Bollywood actress Alia Bhatt. The discussions regarding the same are going on and in the midst of all this, ace producer C.Aswini Dutt, father in law of Nag Ashwin arranged for a meeting with Rajinikanth.

Nag Ashwin narrated a story to Rajinikanth which he loved it. He asked Nag Ashwin to come up with the script. If everything goes as per plan the project will be bankrolled on Vyjayanthi Movies banner.

Award winning director with Rajini

Nag Ashwin to direct Rajinikanth

\r\nToxic makers set for lengthy action sequence. Sandalwood Star Yash shot to fame with his high octane mass action entertainer KGF franchise. The film redefined the mass entertainers across the country.\r\nNow all eyes are on his upcoming project, Toxic which is progressing in full swing under the direction of Geetu Mohan Das. Now inside talk is the makers are set to kickstart intense adrenaline pumping action sequences and the schedule will be for 45 days.\r\n&nbsp;\r\nKiara Advani will be joining the shoot as the female lead. JJ Perry, the Hollywood action director, who appeared as a stunt player in Keanu Reeves&rsquo;s John Wick (2014) will be overseeing the action choreography and all the stuntmen will be from India.\r\nThe film which is made with a huge budget of Rs 200crs stars Nayanthara, Huma Qureshi, Tara Sutaria, and Akshay Oberoi in important roles. Venkat Narayana&rsquo;s KVN Productions and Yash&rsquo;s Monster Mind Creations are bankrolling the project which is up for release on 19 March 2026. The film comes with a tagline A Fairy Tale for Grown Ups.\r\n

Toxic Ready For Pumping action

Toxic makers set for lengthy action sequence

\r\nThe makers of Pawan Kalyan\'s upcoming film \"They Call Him OG\" have officially announced that the entire shoot has been completed. However, rumours started circulating that the film still has a pending shoot of 6 days, which includes Pawan Kalyan\'s presence. The fans became tense, fearing a postponement situation. But the OG team quickly clarified the rumours with an official post on X (Twitter), stating that the content is locked and loaded, and everything is set for the theatrical release on September 25th.\r\nPawan Kalyan\'s OG is one of the most anticipated films from Tollywood, and the business and post-production works are in full swing. Reports suggest that the team has completed the work for the film\'s first half, and the content has been locked. The industry circles and social media handles are abuzz with the news, and the unit is extremely happy with the output. The second-half post-production works are said to be in progress, and the team is working hard to deliver a full meal to fans and audiences.\r\nThe positive reports about the film\'s first half have generated significant hype among audiences. The film carries a huge expectation, and these kinds of reports will only increase the excitement. The makers have already announced the second single\'s release on Vinayaka Chaviti, which will further fuel the hype around the film.\r\n\"They Call Him OG\" is set to release on September 25th, and fans are eagerly waiting for the film. With its massive hype and positive reports, the film is expected to be a big hit at the box office. With the current hype and expectations, it\'s likely to be one of the biggest films of the year.\r\n

OG Entire Shoot Completed

Pawan Kalyan OG Shooting Completion and Exciting Details

Director Sandeep Reddy Vanga recently took to Instagram to celebrate the eighth anniversary of his hit film, Arjun Reddy. In an emotional and heartfelt post, Vanga expressed his gratitude to the audience for embracing the film with honesty and passion. He credited the film's success to the love and support of the audience, which turned it into a movement.

Sandeep Reddy Vanga's post highlighted the film's impact on his life and career. He thanked his actors, team, and the audience for making Arjun Reddy a timeless classic. The director also shared a video clip from the film's making, featuring himself and actor Vijay Deverakonda, which delighted fans and film enthusiasts. The film's enduring popularity is a testament to its raw and honest storytelling.

Arjun Reddy, released eight years ago, was a critically acclaimed super hit that sparked controversy and debate. While some praised its bold storytelling, others criticized its portrayal of misogyny and substance abuse. Despite the mixed reviews, the film's box office performance was impressive, grossing over â‚¹50 crore worldwide on a modest budget of â‚¹5 crores.

The film's legacy continues to endure, with fans still celebrating its raw and honest storytelling. Vanga's emotional post is a testament to the film's impact on his life and career. As Arjun Reddy completes eight years, it's clear that the film's influence will be felt for years to come. The film's success has cemented its place in Telugu cinema history, and it continues to be widely discussed and debated.

Ace Director On His Maiden Film

Sandeep Vanga Reminiscent About Arjun Reddy On Its Eighth Anniversary

\r\nVijay Deverakonda\'s action drama Kingdom is set to stream on Netflix this week, after a disappointing theatrical result. The film\'s digital rights have been bagged by Netflix, and it will arrive on the popular OTT platform on August 28 or 29 in all languages. This makes its theatrical-OTT window a four week one, which is relatively short.\r\nDirected by Gowtam Tinnanuri, Kingdom features Vijay Deverakonda in the lead role, along with Satyadev, Bhagyashree Borse, Venkitsh, and others in crucial roles. Anirudh Ravichander scores music for the film which has been well-received by audiences. The film\'s storyline follows a king\'s rise to power, with twists and turns that keep viewers engaged.\r\nThere have been rumours about an extended version of the film, which might include a song and a fight sequence that were omitted from the theatrical version. Producer Naga Vamsi revealed that these scenes might be included in the OTT release, but no further details have been provided. Fans are eagerly awaiting an announcement regarding the digital release, which might shed more light on the extended version.\r\nThe film\'s release journey was marked by several changes, with the initial release date being postponed multiple times. Originally slated for March 28, it was postponed to May 30 and then July 4 before finally released in theatres on July 31. Despite the disappointing theatrical result, the film\'s OTT release might give it a second chance at success. With its action-packed storyline and engaging performances, Kingdom might turn the tables after its OTT release.\r\n