\r\nSamantha shares skincare secrets. Samantha is known as a fitness freak. Speaking to scribes, Samantha shared her skincare and fitness secrets.\r\nSpeaking to scribes, she said &ldquo;I also used to follow the many-step skincare routine, but I have realised that less is more,&rdquo; she said. &ldquo;It&rsquo;s about finding a few products that really work for you and sticking to them.&rdquo;\r\nShe added &ldquo;You don&rsquo;t have to do a 7-8 step routine &mdash; just a few products will do,&rdquo; Samantha shared that her daily essentials include retinol (&ldquo;younger skin doesn&rsquo;t need it&rdquo;), sunscreen, and a high-quality serum.\r\nSamantha\'s approach include minimal, consistent, and backed by fitness and mindfulness. Samantha recently produced Subham and now rumours have it that Samantha will be playing the lead role in her own production house and it will be helmed by Nandini Reddy.\r\nReports also have it that she is talks to do the special song in Ram Charan-Janhvi Kapoor\'s Peddi directed by Buchhi Babu Sana.\r\n

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Samantha shares skincare secrets

Samantha on skinkare and fitness

\r\nSuriya and Venky Atluri project in full swing. Kollywood star Suriya is renowned for his versatile performances. Of late he is reeling under the string of flops.\r\nHe is currently busy with his bilingual entertainer under the direction of Venky Atluri. This happens to be Suriya\'s first straight Bollywood project. In the meantime, reports are coming about the film\'s shoot.\r\nThe makers are gearing up to shoot a solo song on Suriya from next week. They are erecting an extravagant set for the shoot purpose in RFC,Hyderabad. Right after the song shoot, the makers will cane high octane action sequences.\r\nThe makers are planning to name the film as Vishwanathan &amp; Sons. The film stars Mamitha Baiju as the female lead. The music for the film is tuned by GV.Prakash Kumar.&nbsp; Raveena Tandon and Sarath Kumar are playing important roles in the film produced by Naga Vamsi under the Sithara Entertainments banner.\r\n

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Suriya and Venky Atluri project in full swing

\r\n70MM banner unveils its future plans. 70MM banner made a name for itself with interesting and exciting films like Bhale Manchi Roju, Anandho Brahma, Yatra, and Sridevi Soda Center. The banner under the leadership of Vijay Chilla and Shashi Devireddy completed a decade long successful journey in the Tollywood.\r\nAccording to the latest, they unveiled its grand future plans and path breaking journey. They announced that they locked six scripts and all of them will be hitting the screens in the coming years. The makers announced that the films cast and crew will be announced in the coming days.\r\nThey promised that they will deliver solid experiences to the movie lovers with films from different genres and with talented cast and crew. They said they have been laying foundation for the same and these will give unique results to the movie lovers in the coming days.\r\n

70MM Banner Pathbreaking Journey

70MM banner unveils its future plans

\r\nSpeculation on SSMB29 title. Super Star Mahesh Babu\'s project SSMB29 with Rajamouli is progressing at a brisk pace. On the occasion of Mahesh Babu\'s birthday, Rajamouli promised to come with globetrotter first reveal in the month of November and added that no amount of press interactions will be able to do justice to the volume and scope of the project.\r\nIn the midst of all this, speculation is increasing on the film\'s title. Rumours are spreading that Rajamouli is considering the title Gen63 as inside talk shares that Mahesh Babu will be seen as the 63rd descendant of the most influential family. This is exciting all the fans and movie lovers.\r\nEarlier rumours spread that Rajamouli considered the title MahRaj for the film deriving it from his name and that of Mahesh Babu\'s name.\r\nMahesh Babu is romancing Priyanka Chopra in the film which features Prithviraj Sukumaran in an important role. The music for the film is scored by Keeravani.\r\n

Is this SSMB29 title

Speculation on SSMB29 title

Pawan Kalyan Thammudu for re release on special day. Rereleases became a trend in Tollywood and every week one or two re releases are happening and even fans are watching it with much interest thronging the theatres.

In the midst of all this, Power Star Pawan Kalyan's cult classic Thamudu is set for re release on a special day. Pawan Kalyan is celebrating his birthday on 2 Sep 2025 and on the occasion fans fill be having a special treat when his cult classic Thammudu is re releasing in the latest 4 K re release version.

Preeti Jhangiani and Aditi Govitrikar played the female leads in the film for which music was tuned by Ramana Gogula. Pawan Kalyan's mannerism, dialogues and Ramana Gogula sensational songs turned the film into a cult classic.

Thammudu was directed by PA. Arun Prasad and was produced by Siva Rama Krishna under the Sri Venkateswara Art Films banner.

PK cult classic set for re release

Pawan blockbuster Thammudu set for re release

\r\nWhat forced Chiraneevi to issue clarification regarding Producers Council vs Film Federation dispute. Producers Council and Film Federation Employees are fighting over the hike in wages and timely payment on dialy basis and the matter precipitated with Employees giving a call to shut down shootings.\r\nMega Star Chiranjeevi\'s name did rounds as the trouble shooter but Chiranjeevi surprised all by issuing a clarification that he is no way involved in it. Now, this is making people wonder what forced Chiranjeevi to come up with the clarification. A source says court notices escalated the issue and Chiranjeevi decided to stay out of the issue.\r\nProducer T. G. Vishwa Prasad has issued court notices to the Federation&rsquo;s president, general secretary, and treasurer, intensifying the standoff. Ammiraju, general secretary of the Federation said &ldquo;Our three office bearers have received court notices, and our legal team will handle the matter. This is the first time someone has issued notices to us,&rdquo;\r\nHe said the strike resulted in losses amounting to Rs 1.5crs per day to TG.Vishwa Prasad\'s films and the shoots got halted. Ammiraju said &ldquo;Our members are upset over legal action against individuals rather than the Federation itself. Talks were already underway with producers on our demands,&rdquo;\r\nFormer general secretary Rajeshwar Reddy stressed that the legal move was from an individual, not the Telugu Film Chamber of Commerce. He said &ldquo;That will not deter our resolve. We have given a strike notice to the Chamber and held meetings with the coordination committee. While some issues have been settled, others remain. The core demand is a 30% wage hike for skilled and unskilled workers, which led us to halt work.&rdquo;\r\n

PC vs FF - What forced Chiranjeevi

What forced Chiraneevi to issue clarification regarding Producers Council vs Film Federation dispute

It&rsquo;s really unfortunate how common cuss words have become in movies and it&rsquo;s become a trend. Tollywood film industry has also got influenced by the trend. Recently A lot of telugu films cuss words to make characters appear more &ldquo;real&rdquo;. But sometimes it feels like it overshadows the actual substance of the film.\r\nCuss words Trend may attract youth but it&rsquo;s kind of disheartening for common audience. When cuss words are used casually or excessively in films it can definitely influence younger audiences. If young people constantly see their favourite heroes or role models using foul language as if it&rsquo;s normal or &ldquo;cool,&rdquo; they may start mimicking it, often without fully understanding the weight or impact of those words.\r\nEven though some filmmakers argue it\'s a reflection of \"reality,\" there\'s a big difference between portraying reality and glorifying. It&rsquo;s possible to show raw or gritty situations with intelligent, meaningful writing without Cuss words.&nbsp;\r\nDo you feel filmmakers should be more responsible, or do you think the audience also needs to be more selective?

Cuss words Trend In Tollywood

Cuss words Trend Negative impact on youngsters 

Rajinikanth's Coolie is all set to hit theaters on August 14, 2025, with a special animated title card designed to commemorate the actor's 50 years in cinema. Directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, the film promises intense blood-filled action, earning it an A certificate from the CBFC after over three decades. The makers have made a couple of additions and deletions following the rating, including the animated title card and several music tracks for the lead actors.

The film boasts an ensemble cast, including Upendra, Soubin Shahir, Shruti Haasan, Sathyaraj, Nagarjuna, and Aamir Khan, with Rachita Ram, Reba Monica John, Junior MGR, and others in supporting roles. With its gripping storyline and high-octane action, Coolie is expected to break box office records. Advance bookings have already begun, with the film predicted to earn around â‚¹100 crore on its opening day worldwide.

On the technical front, Coolie features action choreography by Anbariv, cinematography by Girish Gangadharan, editing by Philomin Raj, and production design by Sathees Kumar. The film's music is composed by Anirudh Ravichander, adding to its anticipation. With its star-studded cast and technical brilliance, Coolie is poised to become one of the biggest releases of the year.

Coolie's release on August 14 will pit it against Hrithik Roshan's War 2, setting up an exciting box office battle. However, with its massive fan base and record-breaking advance bookings, Coolie seems ready to dominate the box office. The film's international rights have been sold for â‚¹68 crore, and it's expected to earn nearly â‚¹30 crore overseas on its opening day alone.

Unique Title Card For Rajinikanth

Special 50 Years Of Career Title Card For Rajini In Coolie

\r\nThe Kannada film industry is mourning the loss of talented actor T. Prabhakar Kalyani, who passed away due to a heart attack at his residence in Hiriyadka, Udupi. Kalyani was known for his role as a lawyer in the hit film \'Kantara\'. He had undergone heart surgery five years ago and was undergoing treatment for deteriorating eyesight. The actor\'s sudden demise has sent shockwaves through the film fraternity.\r\nThis incident marks another tragedy to befall the \'Kantara\' team. Since the shooting of \'Kantara Chapter 1\' began, the team has faced several accidents and mishaps. In November last year, a van carrying junior artists met with an accident, injuring many. Junior artist Kapil, 33, tragically drowned in a river, and comedian Rakesh Pujari, 33, died of a heart attack. These incidents have raised concerns about the safety and well-being of the cast and crew.\r\nKalyani\'s death has left his fans and colleagues in shock. Born and raised in Perdur, Kalyani was a retired Bank of Baroda officer and had a passion for theater. He actively participated in various stage plays and had gained recognition for his role in \'Kantara\'. His final rites were performed at the Beedinagudde crematorium.\r\nThe \'Kantara\' team is still grappling with the loss of Kalyani, and the film\'s director, Rishab Shetty, has expressed his condolences to the actor\'s family. The film industry has come together to pay tribute to Kalyani\'s memory, celebrating his contributions to Kannada cinema.\r\n

Tragedy Strikes Kantara Team Again

Mysterious Deaths Of Kantara Chapter 1 Continues

\r\nThe highly anticipated film Jigris has finally unveiled its teaser, promising a thrilling ride filled with laughter, adventure, and friendship. Directed by Harish Reddy Uppula and produced by Krishna Vodapalli under the Mount Meru Pictures banner, Jigris boasts an ensemble cast, including Ram Nithin, Krishna Burugula, Dheeraj Athreya, and Mani Vaka.\r\nThe film\'s teaser launch event was attended by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, who praised the film\'s music and visuals, stating that the films clean comedy without risqu&eacute; dialogues or cuss words is commendable in today\'s times.\r\nJigris follows the lives of four friends who embark on an impromptu trip to Goa, inspired by a Hollywood movie where the traveller doesn\'t care about carrying essentials. However, their adventure takes an unexpected turn when they encounter a dacoit\'s gang and a chaotic rural marriage procession.\r\nThe film\'s cinematography is handled by Eeswaraditya, and editing is done by Chanakya Reddy Toorupu. With its unique blend of humour, adventure, and heart-warming moments, Jigris is set to become a must-watch film for young audiences. The makers are yet to announce a release date.&nbsp; &nbsp;\r\n

Jigris Teaser - Madcap Entertainer

Jigris Teaser Launched By Sandeep Vanga

\r\nOG Firestorm released in Hindi and Tamil. Power Star Pawan Kalyan is getting ready to show his power at the box office with his upcoming entertainer OG. The film directed by Sujeeth is progressing at a brisk pace and already the film\'s first single Firestorm released in Telugu went viral on social media.\r\nAccording to the latest, the makers today released the OG Firestorm in Tamil and Hindi. The lyrical video in Tamil and Hindi is attracting the attention of all with its powerful elements.\r\nThe song unleashed the characteristic traits of Pawan Kalyan as OG. Thaman tuned thumping music for the song. The film stars Priyanka Arul Mohan as the female lead while Emraan Hashmi is playing a powerful role. DVV. Danayya is producing the film in a lavish way.\r\n&nbsp;Prakash Raj, Sriya Reddy, Arjun Das, Shaam&nbsp; are playing important roles in the film. Pawan Kalyan is playing the powerful role of a gangster.&nbsp;\r\n

OG Firestorm in other langauges

OG Firestorm released in Hindi and Tamil

\r\nParadha trailer review. Anupama Parameswaran is getting ready to show the female power with her upcoming film Paradha. The film directed by Pradeep Kandregula is progressing at a brisk pace.\r\nAccording to the latest, the makers released the film\'s trailer. The trailer is loaded with intense emotional elements. Energetic Star Ram released the trailer and wished the makers all the best.\r\nThe trailer showed the gripping elements involving a young woman who fights against the patriarchal practices in a village. The film also stars Darshana Rajendran and Sangita in key roles. Rag Mayur is playing an important role in the film.\r\nThe music for the film is tuned by Gopi Sunder while Mridul Sujith Sen handled the cinematography. The film is slated for a spectacular release on 22 Aug 2025.\r\nVijay Donkada, Sreenivasulu PV, and Sridhar Makkuva are bankrolling the project. Paradha is slated for grand release in Telugu and Malayalam simultaneously.&nbsp;\r\n