A boat accident occurred during the shooting of Kantara: Chapter 1 in Karnataka's Mani reservoir, where actor-director Rishab Shetty and 30 crew members were traveling together. Fortunately, all onboard escaped unhurt due to the shallow waters, but filming equipment and cameras were lost. The incident is being investigated by the Thirthahalli police.

The accident adds to the series of setbacks faced by the production, which has already seen three artists associated with the film pass away in separate incidents. Despite these challenges, the film's crew is determined to move forward. Rishab Shetty had performed proper rituals and received blessings before starting the film, which may have contributed to the safe escape of all onboard.

The film's production has been plagued by a series of accidents and unfortunate incidents. Last year, an accident occurred in the van carrying junior artists, and a few days later, an actor named Kapil was swept away in a river and died. Another actor, Rakesh Pujari, died of a heart attack. Recently, mimicry artist Kalabhavan Niju died of a heart attack during the shooting.

The incident has raised concerns about the safety measures on the film's sets. However, the crew believes that the spirits of the land may have blessed them, allowing everyone to escape unhurt. The film's director, Rishab Shetty, is known for his meticulous approach to storytelling and his respect for the local culture and traditions. Despite the setbacks, the team is determined to bring this ambitious project to life.

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Kantara Chapter 1 - Another Mishap 

Rishabh Shetty Escapes Boat Accident In Kantara Chapter 1 Shoot

\r\nNandamuri Balakrishna was honoured with the NTR National Award at the inaugural Telangana Film Gaddar Awards 2025. He expressed his gratitude to Telangana CM Revanth Reddy and the Government for establishing a national award in the name of his legendary father, NTR. Balakrishna proudly accepted the award and donated the cash prize to Basavatharakam Indo American Cancer Hospital. He emphasized that arts represent humanity and cannot be maligned by politics.\r\nThe Gaddar Awards ceremony was a memorable event, with several notable winners. Allu Arjun received the Best Actor award for his role in Pushpa and thanked the Telangana Government for making it a memorable occasion. Allu Arjun received his award from CM Revanth Reddy and gave a heartfelt speech addressing his fans. &ldquo;I thank the government of Telangana and CM Revanth Reddy garu for organizing the first Gaddar Awards in a grand manner. I hope it continues the same way every year. This is my first award for Pushpa 2, and I&rsquo;d like to dedicate it to all my fans. I love you, my Army!\"\r\nOther notable winners included Mani Ratnam, who received the Paidi Jairaj Film Award, and Sukumar, who received the B N Reddy Film Award. The inaugural Telangana Film Gaddar Awards recognized excellence in the film industry, honouring notable personalities for their contributions. Vijay Deverakonda received the Kantha Rao Film Award, and MM Keeravani received special recognition for winning an Oscar as a Telugu creative personnel. The awards ceremony was attended by several guests and winners, making it a memorable event.\r\nThe Gaddar Awards aim to promote and recognize outstanding work in the film industry. The event was a celebration of the industry\'s talent and creativity, with the winners expressing their gratitude and appreciation for the recognition. The awards ceremony set a positive tone for the future of the film industry, acknowledging the hard work and dedication of its professionals.\r\n

TGF Awards Held In A Grand Manner

NBK And Allu Arjun Expresses Gratitude On Receiving Gaddar Awards

\r\nPrabhas fans are eagerly awaiting the release of his upcoming film, The Raja Saab, directed by Maruthi. The horror comedy has generated immense curiosity among fans, and the teaser launch event is expected to be grand. The event will take place tomorrow, with the cutout of Prabhas being launched at 9 AM at Prasad\'s PCX, followed by the teaser launch at 10:30 AM.\r\nThe makers have made grand arrangements for the teaser launch, flying down reputed film journalists from all over the country to Hyderabad. Several dozen rooms have been booked at a five-star hotel in the city. The teaser will first be screened at the iconic Prasad\'s multiplex, followed by an interaction between the movie\'s unit and the media. Prabhas and the film\'s leading ladies will attend this first major promotional event.\r\nThe Raja Saab boasts an impressive cast, including Prabhas, Malavika Mohanan, Nidhhi Agerwal, and Riddhi Kumar as the female leads. Sanjay Dutt will appear as Prabhas\' grandfather in the film, and there\'s a rumor that Prabhas himself will be playing a dual role. Thaman scores the music for this big-budget film, backed by the People Media Factory banner. The film is scheduled to hit theaters worldwide on December 5, 2025.\r\nThe pre-teaser released earlier has generated immense curiosity among fans, and the teaser launch event is expected to create a buzz in the film industry. With its grand scale, VFX, and mass touch, The Raja Saab is shaping up to be an exciting film. Fans are eagerly waiting to see the teaser and get a glimpse of the film\'s storyline.\r\n

Grand Plans For TRS Teaser Launch

The Raja Saab Teaser Launch In A Grand Affair

\r\nThammudu first single on this date. Nithiin is getting ready to entertain movie lovers with his upcoming entertainer Thammudu. The film directed by Venu Sriram is racing for a spectacular release on 4 July 2025.\r\nThe film\'s promotions and trailer got good response is getting good response and today the makers came up with the update on the first single. The first single Bhuu Antu Bhuutham, will be releasing on 5 PM on 17 June 2025.\r\nThe film stars sandalwood beauty Saptami Gowda as the female lead while Laya, Swasika, Varsha Bollamma, and Saurabh Sachdeva are playing important roles.\r\nAjaneesh Lokanath is the music director for the film produced by Dil Raju and Shirish under the Sri Venkateswara Creations banner, Nithiin is pinning all his hopes on this film as his previous films tanked at the box office.&nbsp; The makers are increasing the promotions to generate interest among movie lovers over the film.\r\n

All set for Thammudu first single

Thammudu first single on this date

\r\nLenin all set for new schedule. Akhil recently entered into wedlock with Zainab Ravdjee few days back and is enjoying his marital bliass. On the professional front, Akhil is starring in a film titled Lenin.\r\nThe film directed by Murali Krishna Abburi progressing at a brisk pace. According to the latest, the makers are getting ready for the next schedule. The next schedule is planned at Tirupathi and the makers finalised the shooting locations.\r\nThe film stars Sreeleela as the female lead and has the Rayalaseema backdrop. Akhil will be delivering dialogues in Rayalaseema accent. Inside talk is Akhil will be seen in dual shades and interval block will surprise all.&nbsp; Plans are on to release the film on 14 November 2025.\r\nThaman is the music director for the film bankrolled on Naga Vamsi&rsquo;s Sithara Entertainments and Nagarjuna&rsquo;s Annapurna Studios. Akhil is pinning all his hopes on this film as his previous films tanked at the box office.\r\n

Akhil heading to Tirupathi

Lenin all set for new schedule

\r\nAtlee sensational details about Allu Arjun project. Allu Arjun\'s project with Atlee is generating immense interest among movie lovers.\r\nAtlee speaking to scribes shared &ldquo;We are bringing in all the latest technologies. In terms of budget, that&rsquo;s for the producer to disclose. My focus is on creating a visionary cinematic experience. This film is my dream, and I believe the magnum opus will make us all proud,&rdquo;\r\nThe film is made with a budget of Rs 800crs and Deepika Padukone is the female lead. The team earlier held discussions with Hollywood technicians, including Jose Fernandez of Ironhead Studio &mdash; known for his work on Spider-Man: Homecoming, Captain America: Civil War, and Avengers: Age of Ultron. Also on board is James Madigan, VFX supervisor for Iron Man 2 and G.I. Joe: Retaliation.\r\nThe film is made on the lavish manner by Sun Pictures banner.\r\n

Atlee on AA project

Atlee sensational details about Allu Arjun project

\r\n8 Vasanthalu trailer released.&nbsp; 8 Vasanthalu starring Ananthika Sanilkumar of &ldquo;Mad&rdquo; fame is progressing at a brisk pace. Already the film is racing for a spectacular release on 20 June 2025. The film\'s teaser and other promotions got good response from movie lovers.\r\nToday the makers released the trailer today. The trailer showed a young and beautiful woman Shuddhi Ayodhya who shares her experiences with her father and her love and bonding and also her romantic experiences.\r\nThe cinematography and background music elevated the scenes and turned the film visually appealing. Phanindra Narsetti who earlier directed the film Manu is helming the project.\r\nHesham Abdul Wahab is the music director for the film while Hanu Reddy, Ravitheja Duggirala, Sanjana are playing important roles. The film is coming with romantic elements and it appeals to movie lovers and genex youngsters who are in love. It has to be seen how the film perform at the box office.\r\n

8 Vasanthalu Trailer Talk

8 Vasanthalu Trailer Review

Kuberaa affordable rates for movie lovers. Kuberaa starring Dhanush directed by Sekhar Kammula is racing for release on 20 Jule 2025.

The film stars Rashmika Mandanna is the female lead while Jim Sarbh, Dalip Tahil, and Sayaji Shinde are playing important roles. Nagarjuna is playing a powerful cameo in the film.

Now reports are coming that the film will come up with affordable prices in AP and Telangana. A source shares &ldquo;Kuberaa ticket pricing will remain moderate and accessible to the common public. There&rsquo;s no need for special GOs (Government Orde

The source added &ldquo;Ticket pricing has become a critical factor in bringing audiences back to theatres. Despite investing over â‚¹120 crore in the film, the team is aiming for long-term recovery instead of banking on inflated prices for immediate returns. It&rsquo;s a smart and sustainable approach that might inspire other big productions,&rdquo;

About the film's runtime, an insider shared &ldquo;Once audiences watch the film, they'll realize the length is justified. The content will do the talking.&rdquo;

On the film's low ticket rates said &ldquo;The success of Sankranthiki Vasthunam proved that strong content and reasonable pricing can attract larger audiences and set new records. Kuberaa aims to replicate that success with a similar strategy.&rdquo;

Affordable Rates For Kuberaa

Kuberaa affordable rates for movie lovers

Entire world is celebrating Fathers Day today and people are showering their love and affection towards their fathers.

In the meantime, Mega Star Chiranjeevi remembered his father on the occasion and came up with the emotional post, paying floral tributes to his father.

He posted "Fathers give us roots to stay grounded and wings to soar high in our lives. Remembering My father, My Super Hero

and wishing a Happy Father&rsquo;s Day to all the wonderful fathers of the world, who shape lives with their strength, wisdom and love ! #HappyFathersDay"

Chiranjeevi on the professional front is busy with interesting and exciting projects. He is starring in socio fantasy entertainer Vishwambhara under the direction of Mallidi Vasishta and also is busy with his next with Anil Ravipudi. The film is progressing at a brisk pace. Apart from it, he is also teaming with Srikanth Odela of Dasara fame.&nbsp;

Chiru turns emotional on Fathers Day

Chiranjeevi remembers his father on Fathers Day

Extravagant set erected for NTR intro scene in Dragon.&nbsp; NTR-Prashanth Neel's upcoming project tentatively titled Dragon is capturing the imagination of all. Expectations are high on the project as the NTR has tremendous fan following among masses and Prashanth Neel stunned all with the action entertainers KGF and Salaar.

The film's shooting is progressing in full swing and according to the latest, it is coming out that the makers are coming with sensational plans for NTR intro sequence. An extravagant set is erected for the purpose and in this action sequence along with NTR more than thousand junior artists will take part in the shooting.

Prashanth Neel is planning to turn the film as one of the best action entertainer and is planning to design NTR's role and look in a never seen before manner.

Inside talk is the film will feature Sandalwood star Rukmini Vasanth as the female lead while&nbsp; Mythri Movie Makers and NTR Arts are bankrolling the project. The music for the film is tuned by Ravi Basrur.

Mega plans for NTR intro

Extravagant set erected for NTR intro scene in Dragon

\r\nAnushka not in Khaithi sequel. Khaithi sequel is driving all crazy and Karthi and director Lokesh Kanagaraj drove all crazy with the action thriller Khaithi.\r\nRecently reports came out that Khaithi sequel will feature star beauty Anushka in the important role. However, now reports are coming that Anushka is not part of the project.\r\nLokesh Kanagaraj is currently busy with Super Star Rajinikanth\'s Coolie and he will get going with Khaithi sequel. Lokesh Kanagaraj is penning a powerful script for the film and design Karthi\'s role in the most novel and sensational manner and have more exciting twists adn turns.\r\nKhaithi turned out to be the first instalment in the Lokesh Cinematic Universe and revolved around a recently released prisoner drives poisoned policemen to a hospital while evading criminals, in exchange for meeting his daughter.\r\nCoolie meanwhile is slated for release on 14 Aug 2025. Nagarjuna, Upendra, Soubin Shahir, Sathyaraj, Shruti Haasan, Reba Monica John, Junior MGR and Monisha Blessy are playing important roles.\r\n

Star beauty not part of Khaithi sequel

Anushka not in Khaithi sequel

Director C Prem Kumar has confirmed that the sequel to the critically-acclaimed hit '96 is moving ahead. In a recent conversation with singer Chinmayi, Prem Kumar revealed that he has finished scripting the sequel and is currently working on another project. The director is known for his work on films like Meiyazhagan, which starred Karthi and Arvind Swamy.
Prem Kumar is currently writing a thriller story, which he claims will be a preview to another script he has been working on. The script is yet to be made into a film, but Prem Kumar promises that it will happen in time. Chinmayi, who sang several songs for '96, including the hit tracks "Kaathalae Kaathalae" and "Anthaathi," had also dubbed for Trisha in the film. Prem Kumar has promised to feature her singing in his upcoming films.
The '96 sequel is expected to bring back the original cast, as per Prem Kumar's earlier clarification on Instagram. The film's plot and cast details are currently under wraps. Released in 2018, '96 starred Trisha and Vijay Sethupathi in lead roles, and its success led to remakes in Kannada and Telugu. The film's storyline revolves around a reunion of former students and the resolution of issues between two former lovers.
Prem Kumar's conversation with Chinmayi has generated excitement among fans, who are eagerly waiting for the '96 sequel and his upcoming projects. With his track record of delivering critically-acclaimed films, fans are expecting big things from Prem Kumar's future projects.