\r\nSiddhu Jonnalagadda and director Ravikanth Perepu are reuniting for their latest project, Badass, a film that promises to introduce a new turn in. Produced by Sithara Entertainments and Fortune Four Cinemas, and presented by Srikara Studios, this movie marks a significant departure from Siddhu\'s previous roles. The film\'s title and striking first look poster have generated&nbsp; buzz, with its raw and bold statement grabbing attention.\r\nSiddhu Jonnalagadda is set to deliver a deep and mature performance in Badass, a departure from his previous vibrant and entertaining roles. The film\'s storyline and characters are expected to push the boundaries of Telugu cinema, with a bigger budget and a team that believes in pushing limits. With a deeper story and a team that is committed to delivering a high-quality film, Badass is gearing up to be one of the most anticipated emotional dramas of 2026.\r\nBadass marks a new direction for Siddhu Jonnalagadda, who is known for his vibrant and entertaining roles. In this film, he is said to be playing a character that showcases his range and versatility as an actor. The film\'s director, Ravikanth Perepu, has co-written the story with Siddhu, ensuring that the film\'s narrative is both engaging and thought-provoking. The makers want to show a darker, more serious side of Siddhu\'s acting skills in this film.\r\nWith its striking first look poster and bold statement, Badass has already generated interest among audiences. The film\'s production team, including producers S. Naga Vamsi and Sai Soujanya, are working to deliver a high-quality film that will leave a lasting impact on Telugu cinema. Expectations build after the intense first look.\r\n

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Siddu In And As Badass

Striking First Look Of Siddu Jonnalagadda Starrer Badass

\r\nThe highly anticipated film Ramayana, directed by Nitesh Tiwari and starring Ranbir Kapoor and Sai Pallavi, will feature Kannada superstar Yash in a brief but impactful role as Ravana in the first installment. According to reports, Yash will have around 15 minutes of screen time in Part 1 of the mythological epic. The decision to introduce Yash\'s character in the first part is said to be in line with the film\'s narrative focus on Ram\'s journey.\r\nYash\'s character, Ravana, will be introduced in Part 1, setting the stage for a more significant role in Ramayana Part 2. The first part of the film will primarily revolve around Ram\'s journey, played by Ranbir Kapoor, with Sai Pallavi as Sita and Ravie Dubey as Lakshman. The film will explore their exile from Ayodhya and lay the groundwork for the epic battle between Ram and Ravana in the second part.\r\nThe production team of Ramayana has confirmed that shooting for Part 1 is complete, and filming for Part 2 is set to begin in August. The filmmakers aim to create a narrative that entertains while exploring Indian mythology. The film, produced by Namit Malhotra, has captured attention with its stunning visuals. Ramayana Part 1 and Part 2 are scheduled to release on Diwali 2026 and Diwali 2027, respectively.\r\nRamayana is shaping up to be a grand epic saga, with a talented cast, stunning visuals, and a compelling narrative. Yash\'s brief but impactful role as Ravana in Part 1 is expected to leave a lasting impression on audiences. With its scheduled releases on Diwali 2026 and Diwali 2027, Ramayana is set to become one of the most anticipated films of the year.\r\n

Yash Screentime In Ramayana

Yash Will Appear As Ravana For Fifteen Minutes In Ramayan Part 1

Nayanthara's Netflix documentary, Nayanthara: Beyond The Dreams, is facing a legal notice from AP International, the company that holds the copyrights to the 2005 film Chandramukhi. The company claims that footage from their movie was used in the documentary without consent, and is seeking â‚¹5 crore in damages.
This is not the first time such allegations have been made against the documentary, with actor Dhanush previously accusing creators of using a clip from his film Naanum Rowdy Dhaan without permission. AP International has accused the makers of Nayanthara's documentary of ignoring previous legal notices regarding the unauthorized use of Chandramukhi footage.
The company is demanding compensation and has filed a plea in the Madras High Court seeking a directive to remove the disputed footage from the documentary. The court has issued a notice to Tarc Studios and Netflix, asking them to respond within two weeks. The Madras High Court has ordered Netflix and Tarc Studios to remove the disputed footage from the documentary.
Meanwhile, Nayanthara is busy with multiple projects, including Yash's Toxic, Mohanlal and Mammootty's Patriot, Mookuthi Amman 2, Mega157, and Dear Students, among others. The lady superstar hasn't yet responded to the recent allegations or legal notice regarding her documentary. The outcome of the court proceedings will determine the future of the documentary and its availability on Netflix.

Nayanthara Documentary in legal soup

Nayanthara Netflix Documentary Faces Legal Notice

\r\nThe makers of Pawan Kalyan starrer \'Hari Hara Veera Mallu\' have dispelled long-standing rumors about the film\'s storyline, revealing that it\'s not based on a well-known folk legend, but a rich fictional saga deeply rooted in Sanatana Dharma. Director Jyothi Krishna has reimagined the narrative, injecting it with spiritual symbolism and cinematic might. According to Jyothi Krishna, Hari Hara Veera Mallu is a divine manifestation, a fictional character inspired by the combined energies of Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu.\r\nThe film\'s title itself reveals the spiritual essence, with Hari symbolizing Vishnu and Hara symbolizing Shiva. This duality is seamlessly translated on-screen through potent imagery, with the eagle symbolizing Garuda and the protagonist\'s Damarukam beating the rhythm of righteousness. Sources close to the film suggest that the protagonist is a force born from both deities, destined to rise when Dharma is threatened. The film\'s storyline is expected to be a grand and ambitious tale that explores the themes of spirituality, duty, and righteousness.\r\n\'Hari Hara Veera Mallu\' boasts an impressive cast, including Pawan Kalyan, Nidhi Aggarwal, Bobby Deol, Nassar, Sathyaraj, and Sunil, among others. The film\'s music has been scored by M.M. Keeravaani, and the cinematography is handled by Manoj Paramahamsa and Gnanashekar V.S. The production design is by Thota Tharani, and editing is by National Award-winning editor K L Praveen.\r\nThe makers of \'Hari Hara Veera Mallu\' aim to create a legacy of mythic storytelling, with a rich fictional saga that explores the themes of spirituality and duty. The film promises to be a visually stunning and emotionally resonant tale that will leave a lasting impact on audiences. Hari Hara Veera Mallu is gearing up for a grand release in multiple languages on July 24.\r\n

HHVM Marks A Divine Fusion

Hari Hara Veera Mallu Marks A Divine Fusion of Shiva and Vishnu

\r\nNational Award-winning filmmaker Madhur Bhandarkar has started production on his upcoming film \'The Wives\' in Mumbai. The film, which was announced earlier this year, features a star-studded cast, including Sonali Kulkarni, Mouni Roy, Regina Cassandra, Rahul Bhatt, Saurabh Sachdeva, Arjan Bajwa, and Freddy Daruvala. Madhur Bhandarkar is known for his bold and hard-hitting takes on society, and \'The Wives\' promises to be another thought-provoking film in his celebrated filmography.\r\nMadhur Bhandarkar has shared that with \'The Wives\', he wants to peel back yet another glamorous layer of society and show what really lies beneath. The film will be a bold, unapologetic look at the secrets, struggles, and resilience of women who are often seen but seldom heard. Bhandarkar\'s films are known for touching upon the gritty realities hidden beneath dazzling facades, and \'The Wives\' is expected to be no exception.\r\n\'The Wives\' marks Bhandarkar\'s second collaboration with producer Pranav Jain of P J Motion Pictures, after their successful project India Lockdown. Pranav Jain has expressed his excitement about working with Madhur Bhandarkar again, saying that the filmmaker has a rare gift for telling stories that make people sit up and think.\r\nProduced by Bhandarkar Entertainment and P J Motion Pictures, \'The Wives\' is set to be another thought-provoking addition to Madhur Bhandarkar\'s filmography. The film promises to be a bold and unapologetic look at the lives of women in the film industry, and is expected to spark important conversations about the struggles and secrets that lie beneath the surface.\r\n

Madhur Bhandarkar Next Begins

Madhur Bhandarkar New Film The Wives Goes on Floors

Rashmika raises heat on Dirtycut 25 magazine. Rashmika Mandanna with her cute looks and hot explosive performances stole the hearts of all. She with her intense and riveting performances became the National Crush captivating everyone.\r\nNow, Rashmika Mandanna posed for the popular magazine Dirtycut25 and she turned raunchy during the photoshoot. The magazine posed \"Rashmika Mandanna (@rashmika_mandanna) leads the charge, marking her dirty debut with our new manifesto of talent. From Pushpa 2 and Animal to Chhaava, she&rsquo;s done more than rain on box office in a very dry year, she&rsquo;s changed the weather. A favourite of both filmmakers and financiers, Rashmika isn&rsquo;t just the upcoming brand of leading ladies&mdash;she&rsquo;s the blueprint for the new creative economy. Actor. Investor. Cultural force.\"\r\nDressed in a vibrant yellow top with bold red text and accessorized with striking red gloves and elegant earrings, Rashmika made a stunning impact.\r\nRashmika recently made her presence felt in Sekhar Kammula-Dhanush-Nagarjuna\'s Kuberaa and is now starring in Thama and The Girlfriend.&nbsp;

Rashmika turns raunchy on Dirtycut

Rashmika raises heat on Dirtycut 25 magazine

Mohanlal enters Jailer2. Super Star Rajinikanth\'s Jailer 2 is progressing at a brisk pace under the direction of Nelson Dilipkumar. The film is generating immense interest among movie lovers as the film is the sequel to the hit film Jailer.\r\nThe fillm\'s shooting is in fullswing in Chennai where the makers are shooting important scenes. According to the latest, it is comingout that Malayalam superstar Mohanlal entered the sets. Mohanlal will be completing his part by the end of July.\r\nJailer 2 stars Mohanlal, Shivarajkumar and Balakrishna in powerful roles. Rumours are on that Bollywood Badshah Shah Rukh Khan will also play a powerful cameo.\r\nRamya Krishnan, Fahadh Faasil, Mirnaa Menon are playing important roles in the film for which music is tuned by Anirudh Ravichander. The film is bankrolled in a prestigious manner on Sun Pictures banner. Rajinikanth will once again reprise the role of Tiger Muthuvel Pandian and unleash his power at the box office.&nbsp;

Malayalam Superstar enters Jailer2

Mohanlal enters Jailer2

Kiran Abbavaram is known for his penchant to do different genre and unique entertainers. He created a niche for himself doing creative roles and selecting different subjects.&nbsp;\r\nNow, he decided to encourage and propel new talent. It is known that during the promotions of his film Dilruba, he spoke about his struggles as a new comer and promised to encourage new talent.&nbsp;\r\nNow, he decided to keep his promise. He launched his own production house and decided to cast his camera assistant, Ram Charan as the lead actor. The film will be directed by another new comer, who used to work as a online editor for his projects. The film is based on real life incidents and is an emotional drama.&nbsp;\r\nThe pre production is underway and the film\'s first look and title will be unveiled soon. The film will go to sweets next year. Kiran Abbavaram sharing more details about the project said, &ldquo;Every journey begins with a dream. When I started mine seven years ago, I had no idea if it would come true. But today, with the love of the audience, I&rsquo;ve earned recognition as a hero. Through KA Productions, we aim to create opportunities for young talent who enter the industry with a dream, just like I did. We&rsquo;ll officially announce the project on the 10th of this month. Thank you to everyone who has supported me in my journey.&rdquo;\r\n<div></div>

KA for knockout punch with New bees 

Kiran Abbavaram propels new comers

Hrithik Roshan and NTR have formally wrapped up shooting for Ayan Mukerji\'s highly anticipated action movie, War 2. The film is a sequel to the 2019 movie War, which featured Hrithik in the role of RAW agent Major Kabir Dhaliwal. Hrithik shared a post on his official X handle, expressing his mixed emotions as the cameras stopped rolling. He praised NTR and the entire cast and crew for their brilliance and dedication calling the feeling a mixed bag of emotions as the cameras stopped rolling for #War2. 149 days of relentless chase, action, dance, blood, sweat, injuries... and said it was all WORTH IT.\r\nWar 2 features a star-studded cast, including Hrithik Roshan, NTR, and Kiara Advani. The film is scheduled for release on August 14, 2025, and is a part of the YRF Spy Universe. The movie promises to deliver six major action sequences shot across five countries over 150 days. According to sources, Hrithik Roshan hosted a private dinner at his house for NTR and his family, Ayan Mukerji, and the YRF team after the movie was finished.\r\nWar 2 promises a grand cinematic spectacle, blending explosive action, a star-studded cast, and a gripping emotional core. The film\'s teaser is already out, and the makers are expected to release two songs and a theatrical trailer in the coming days. With a three-week exclusive IMAX run and over 7,500 screens reserved worldwide, War 2 is expected to rank among the most anticipated theatrical productions of 2025.\r\nWar 2 is highly anticipated, given the success of its predecessor and the star-studded cast. The film\'s clever marketing strategy is another factor contributing to its growing success. Industry rumors state that Hrithik and NTR will be promoting the movie independently, keeping their on-screen rivalry tense. With its massive scale and rich depth, War 2 is set to be a major blockbuster in 2025.\r\n<div></div>

Hrithik Praises NTR In His War 2 

Hrithik Roshan and NTR Wrap Up Shooting Of War 2

Upasana Kamineni Konidela, the wife of actor Ram Charan, has been open about her religious side and recently shared a video on her Instagram handle revealing why she observes the Sai Baba Vrat so religiously. In the video, Upasana shared an anecdote about how her faith led her to adopt this spiritual practice. She emphasized the importance of finding what resonates with each individual, mentioning that for her husband, it\'s Ayyappa Swami, while for her, it\'s Sai Baba.\r\nUpasana credited her upbringing and family for instilling faith in her, saying that her grandparents and parents had utmost faith in God, which provided a powerful grounding for her. She shared a personal incident where she was going through a tough time and was advised to try the Sai Baba Vrat. Upasana said that things started changing when she began reading the story, and she became more positive, as did the people around her.\r\nUpasana believes that faith heals more than anything in this world and urged her followers to consider observing fasts. She emphasized that connecting with God is a way of connecting with oneself and invited her followers to join her in the 9-week spiritual journey of the Sai Baba Vrat. Upasana\'s post has resonated with many, inspiring them to explore their own spiritual practices.\r\nUpasana\'s message of spirituality and faith has been well-received by her followers. Her post highlights the importance of finding what works for each individual and embracing spirituality as a way of life. With her inspiring words and actions, Upasana continues to be a role model for many, showcasing the power of faith and positivity in everyday life.

 Upasana Spiritual Journey

Upasana Reveals Why She Observes Sai Baba Vrat

\r\nVijay Devarakonda explosions become a talking point. Vijay Devarakonda is set to shake the box office with his upcoming action entertainer Kingdom. The film directed by Gowtam Tinnanuri is releasing on 31 July 2025.\r\nThe release date was announced with a powerful promo. It is known that the film\'s release was postponed due to various reasons on multiple occasions.\r\nSpeaking to scribes, Vijay Devarakonda exploded on nepotism and shocked all with his comments and this triggered speculation as to whom is Rowdy Star is targeting.\r\nHe said he doesn\'t have any say regarding selection of scripts, directors, top banners, producers or even who should be in and out of the project. He added that he cannot even dictate terms or suggest changes regarding the script and the story unlike those stars who have fathers who are influential enough to change the story,script by roping in other writers and dialogue writers and aldo decide on the release date.\r\n

VD fires on all cylinders

Vijay Devarakonda explosions become a talking point

\r\nCasting call for little girls for VD14. Vijay Devarakonda is currently awaiting the release of his upcoming project Kingdom. The film directed by Gowtam Tinnanuri is slated for a spectacular release on 31 July 2025. Vijay Devarakonda is romancing Bhagyashri Borse as the female lead in the film while Satyadev is playing an important role.\r\nIt is known that apart from Kingdom, Vijay Devarakonda is also starring in the film directed by Rahul Sankartiyan. The project is referred to VD14. According to the latest, the maker&rsquo;s came up with the casting call.\r\nThey posted \"Team #VD14 is on the lookout for a girl aged 4-5 years for a key role in the film. If your kids or anyone you know match the criteria and are interested, please Whatsapp their photographs to 8374782362.\"\r\nThe project has a 1854-78 backdrop and Vijay Devarakonda will be sporting different look showing variations in his role. The film is bankrolled in a prestigious manner on Mythri Movie Makers banner.\r\n