\r\nBalakrishna confirms Akhanda Thaandavam release. Natasimha Balakrishna is known for his powerful action packed performances. All eyes are on his upcoming project Akhanda Thaandavam. The film which is the sequel to the hit film Akhanda is progressing at a brisk pace under the direction of Boyapati Srinu.\r\nAlready the film\'s promotions are driving all crazy and now speaking to scribes, Balakrishna once again confirmed the film\'s release date. The film will be releasing on 25 September 2025 as Dasara special. The music for the film is tuned by Thaman.\r\nThe film stars Samyukta and Pragya Jaiswal as the female leads while Aadi Pinisetty is playing the role of the powerful antagonist.&nbsp; Raam Achanta and Gopichand Achanta are bankrolling the project under the 14 Reels Plus banner\r\nRumours have it that Akhanda climax will have a powerful surprise and a cameo from Bollywood star Sunny Deol will lead the film\'s climax to the third part.\r\n

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Balakrishna confirms A2 BO treat

Balakrishna confirms Akhanda Thaandavam release

\r\nRahul Ramakrishna, a talented comedian in the Telugu film industry, is set to make his directorial debut. Having gained popularity with films like Arjun Reddy, Geetha Govindam, and Jathi Ratnalu, Rahul is now testing his luck as a director. He recently took to social media to announce his directorial venture and invited aspiring actors to send their portfolios and show reels for consideration.\r\nThe casting call is currently in progress, and Rahul has not revealed any details about the genre, story, or production house. With this move, Rahul joins the list of comedians-turned-directors in the industry like Vennela Kishore, Srinivas Reddy, and Venu. While some have scored hits, others have faced challenges. It remains to be seen if Rahul can deliver a grand hit with his upcoming film.\r\nRahul Ramakrishna\'s transition from actor to director is an exciting development in the film industry. His decision to take on a new role behind the camera has generated significant interest among fans and aspiring actors. The casting call has attracted attention, and many are eager to be a part of Rahul\'s directorial venture. With his proven track record as an actor, Rahul\'s directorial debut is anticipated.\r\nThe complete details of the film\'s cast and crew will be revealed soon. Rahul Ramakrishna\'s directorial debut has the potential to be a hit, given his experience and talent in the industry. With his passion for directing and his proven track record as an actor, Rahul is well-positioned to deliver a successful film.\r\n

Another Comedian Turns Director

Rahul Ramakrishna Directorial Debut

\r\nThe film Tourist Family, directed by Abishan Jeevinth, has been earning praise from audiences and critics alike. Starring Sasikumar and Simran in lead roles, the film is a feel-good family entertainer that has resonated with viewers. Recently, Telugu star Nani met Abishan Jeevinth in person to discuss the film in detail, after expressing his appreciation for the film on social media. Nani described the film as a \"gem\" that delivers simplicity and heart-warming moments.\r\nAbishan Jeevinth was overwhelmed with gratitude and honoured to meet Nani, who he described as a humble and grounded person. In his post on X, Abishan shared his experience of meeting Nani and expressed his gratitude for the actor\'s kind words about the film. Abishan\'s post highlights the impact of Tourist Journey on audiences and the film industry.\r\nThe film has received praise from top professionals in the film industry, including Rajinikanth, Dhanush, Sivakarthikeyan, Suriya, and director SS Rajamouli, among others. The film\'s success is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the cast and crew. With its positive storyline and memorable performances, Tourist Family is a film worth watching. The film is currently streaming on JioHotstar in multiple languages, making it accessible to a wide audience.\r\nThe film\'s technical crew, including music composer Sean Roldan, cinematographer Aravind Viswanathan, Editor Barath Vikraman, art director Raj Kamal, and lyricist Mohan Rajan, have all contributed to the film\'s success. With its feel-good storyline and talented cast, Tourist Family is a film that has captured the hearts of audiences and critics alike.\r\n

Tourist Family Director Meets Nani

Abishan Jeevinth Meets Nani

\r\nSamantha on break from her films. Samantha who was last seen in Kushi in 2023 was not seen any other films. She played a cameo in her production venture Subham. Now, speaking to scribes, Samantha reacted on the two years back.\r\nShe said &ldquo;Today, my definition of success is freedom. Freedom to take a two-year break I haven&rsquo;t had a film release in two years. Freedom to grow, freedom to evolve, freedom to not be put in a box,&rdquo;\r\nShe added &ldquo;Probably many people around don&rsquo;t consider me a success at the moment, as compared to what I was before. But in my head, I am more successful now than I have ever been. I am happy and excited to wake up every day because of the many things I&rsquo;m doing that truly appeal to me and align with my purpose,&rdquo;\r\nSamantha has numerous projects like Rakt Brahmand: The Bloody Kingdom and Maa Inti Bangaram.\r\n

Samantha on two years break

Samantha on break from her films

Thug Life makers slam Karnataka Govt. Kamal Haasan-Mani Ratnam's Thug Life which released on 5 June got mixed reviews. It is known that Kamal Haasan created a controversy with his comments on Kannada language.
This resulted in fringe groups threatening the filmmakers of not allowing the screening of the film in the state. Now, Thug Life makers accused Karnataka government of not acting against the fringe groups over the threats.
Advocate A Velan said, &ldquo;A fringe group issued threats of large-scale violence, including the burning of theatres and attacks against members of the Tamil linguistic minority residing in Karnataka. Despite these open and public threats, not a single FIR was registered, nor was any prosecution initiated by the State Government. On the contrary, the government appeared to adopt the position of the very fringe elements that issued those threats. We are aggrieved by this inaction and are now before the Supreme Court, seeking enforcement of this Court's past directions.&rdquo;
Following this, Supreme Court posed questions to the Karnataka Government. Advocate Navpreet Kaur added, &ldquo;We approached the Supreme Court after fringe groups issued open threats on social media to burn down theatres screening Thug Life, targeting both cinema halls and the Tamil linguistic minority in Karnataka. Despite clear Supreme Court guidelines requiring immediate action against such hate speech, the State took no action -- no FIRs were filed, and no protection was offered.... Instead, under pressure, the Karnataka Film Chamber advised theatres not to release the movie, resulting in a de facto ban. This is a serious law and order failure and a threat to constitutional rights... Recognising the urgency, the Supreme Court has issued notice to the State, and the matter is listed for hearing next Tuesday.&rdquo;
Supreme Court bench comprising of justices&nbsp; Prashant Kumar Mishra and Manmohan issued notices to the Karnataka government, the State police, Raaj Kamal Films International Private Limited and the Karnataka Film Chamber of Commerce (KFCC) seeking their responses to the plea.

Thug Life makers accuse Government

Thug Life makers slam Karnataka Govt

\r\nUstaad Bhagat Singh makers celebrate Sreeleela B-Day. Power Star Pawan Kalyan\'s upcoming action entertainer Ustaad Bhagat Singh is progressing at a brisk pace. The film directed by Harish Shankar is generating immense interest among movie lovers.\r\nThe film stars Sreeleela as the female lead and she is celebrating her birthday today. On the eve of her birthday, the makers released a new poster of Sreeleela and wished her all the best.\r\nSreeleela looked cute and homely, having a cup of tea or coffee sitting on the chair. Her look is casting a magic spell on movie lovers..\r\nSreeleela\'s presence is expected to add value to the film. Devi Sri Prasad is the music director for the film which is produced by&nbsp; Naveen Yerneni and Y Ravi Shankar of Mythri Movie Makers.\r\nPawan Kalyan is playing the role of a police officer in the film and expectations are high on the project as Pawan and Harish Shankar earlier scored a blockbuster Gabbar Singh.\r\n

UBS wishes Powerful Lover

Ustaad Bhagat Singh makers celebrate Sreeleela B-Day

\r\nKannappa trailer launch at this time. Kannappa is generating immense interest among movie lovers. The film directed by Mukesh Kumar Singh is releasing on 27 June 2025.\r\nThe makers are promoting the film in a big way and according to the latest, the film\'s trailer will be released today evening at 6 PM. Mancu Vishnu and Preity Mukundan are playing the lead roles in the film while Akshay Kumar, Prabhas, Kajal are playing powerful cameos.\r\nStephan Devassy is the music director Sheldan Chau is the cinematographer for the film. The film stars , Arpit Ranka, Brahmanandam, Saptagiri, Mukesh Rishi, Madhubala, Aishwarya Bhaskaran, Brahmaji, Devaraj, Raghu Babu, Siva Balaji, Sampath Ram, Lavi Pajni, Surekha Vani, Preity Mukundhan, Kaushal And Adhurs Raghu in important roles.\r\nThe film showcases the journey of Kannappa, great devotee of Lord Shiva. The film is bankrolled in a prestigious manner on the 24 Frames Factory banner.\r\n

Time ticking for Kannappa trailer

Kannappa trailer launch at this time

Rana Naidu 2 (2025) Web Series: What\'s Behind\r\nVenkatesh, Rana\'s web series Rana Naidu which is the Indian adaptation of US show Ray Donovan, received immense flak from Tollywood viewers for his bold content and bolder dialogues though Bollywood viewed it in a normal way. Now the web series\' second season started streaming on Netflix. At the start of season 2, the makers announced that they have toned down the bold content for the Indian viewers. Rana Naidu 2 started streaming on Netflix and let us see what it offered to movie lovers and whether it bettered the first season.\r\nRana Naidu 2 (2025) Web Series: Story Review\r\nRana Naidu 2 also highlights the father son bonding and the clash of their egos and how it impacted their lives and those surrounding them. Rana Naidu (Rana) gets a huge shock when his son Ani(Madhav Dhingra) gets kidnapped. He goes all out to save his son and where this leads to and what role Rana\'s wife Naina (Surveen Chawla), father Naga Naidu (Venkatesh), brothers Tej Naidu, Pawan Naidu (Sushant Singh, Abhishek Banerjee), dreaded gangsters Rauf Mirza (Arjun Rampal, Heeba Shah), powerful cop Naveen (Dino Morea). Greedy politician OB.Mahajan (Rajesh Jais), ruthless billionaire (Rajat Kapoor), his daughter (Kriti Kabhanda) played an interesting part in the proceedings.\r\nRana Naidu 2 (2025) Web Series: Artists Review\r\nRana impresses with his looks and screen presence. He came up with intensity elevating the scenes with his expressions and emotions. He delivered dialogues with ease.\r\nVenkatesh made his presence felt with his performance. He showed his experience and added value to the proceedings.\r\nArjun Rampal is good in the role of the antagonist. However he did not get that menacing look and this puts off the viewers as he fails to create an impact.\r\nSurveen Chawla, Kriti Kharbanda and Aditi Shetty though got minimal roles made an impact with their performances. Tarun Virvani and Rajat Kapoor performed according to their roles.\r\nRana Naidu 2 (2025) Web Series: Technicians Review\r\nRana Naidu 2 season follows from where the first season ends. There are 8 episodes in season 2 and each episode comes to around 50 minute&rsquo;s duration. Directors Suparn Verma &amp; Karan Anshuman toned down the obscene dialogues and bold content in the season 2 though at times they cropped up in few scenes. But the dialogues penned for the characters turned out to be a huge disappointment. The writers should have worked on it before proceeding ahead with season 2.\r\nThe narration, however, lacks novelty and this robs viewers of the excitement. Except for the toning down of the adult content, the film offered nothing new. Only the presence of Rana made the series somewhat watchable. The entire narration turns messier and more confusing and gives more torture. The face offs between Rana and Venkatesh is not seen anywhere robbing viewers of the excitement.\r\nThe cinematography of John Schimdth elevated the dark tone of the story and the soul of the narration. The background music of John Stewart Eduri is good and added value to the scenes in all the episodes except for a few. Editing of Ninad Khanolkar\r\nis ok but could have been better as there are many scenes that repeated and ended up testing the patience of the viewers. Production values are good.\r\nRana Naidu 2 (2025) Web Series: Advantages\r\nRana\r\nBGM\r\nCinematography\r\nRana Naidu 2 (2025) Web Series: Disadvantages\r\nSlow Pace\r\nRoutine Plot\r\nLack of Twists and Thrills\r\nRana Naidu 2 (2025) Web Series: Rating Analysis\r\nAltogether, Rana Naidu 2 turns out to be messier. Though the makers promised to turn the season 2 more thrilling and watchable, on the contrary it ended up testing the patience of the movie lovers. The director duo should have worked on the story and script and come up with powerful dialogues, reworking on everything for better result. Considering all these aspects, Cinejosh goes with a 1.75 rating for Rana Naidu 2.

Rana Naidu 2 Web Series Review

Rana Naidu 2 Web Series Telugu Review

The highly anticipated film Jana Nayagan, starring Thalapathy Vijay, is generating significant buzz in the film industry. Directed by H. Vinod, who previously directed the blockbuster film Khaki, Jana Nayagan is expected to be a major hit. The film's first glimpse is set to be released on June 22, coinciding with Vijay's birthday. This surprise will surely delight fans and create a huge impact on social media.
The film is being produced by KVN Productions, a renowned banner in the Kannada film industry. The music for the film is being composed by Anirudh, who has previously worked with Vijay on several projects. The female leads in the film are played by Pooja Hegde and Mamita Baiju, both talented actresses in the industry.
Jana Nayagan is set to release worldwide on January 9, 2026. The film's team has been working hard to ensure that the film meets the audience's expectations. With Vijay's massive fan following and the film's anticipation, Jana Nayagan is expected to be a major blockbuster. The film's success will depend on various factors, including the content and the audience's reception.
Vijay's decision to focus on politics has generated significant interest in his final film. Jana Nayagan is expected to be a fitting farewell to his film career, and fans are eagerly waiting for the film's release. With its talented cast and crew, Jana Nayagan is shaping up to be an exciting film that will captivate audiences worldwide.

Jana Nayagan first glimpse on this day

Jana Nayagan First Glimpse On Vijay Birthday

\r\nThis weekend brings a fresh wave of exciting content to the OTT platforms. Several films and shows are now available for streaming, catering to diverse tastes and preferences. Among the notable releases are Subham, Alappuzha Gymkhana, and Ace, each offering unique stories and experiences.\r\nSubham, produced by Samantha, is now streaming on JioHotstar in multiple languages, including Telugu, Tamil, Hindi, Malayalam, and Kannada. The film has received decent reviews for its unique concept and is worth checking out. Another notable release is Vijay Sethupathi\'s Ace, which is now streaming on Amazon Prime Video in Tamil and Telugu audio. Although the film didn\'t perform well at the box office, it has received average reviews. The comedy is said to came out well.\r\nIn addition to these films, several other notable releases are now streaming on various OTT platforms. Naslen\'s blockbuster film Alappuzha Gymkhana is now streaming on SonyLIV in 4K, available in multiple languages. Santhanam\'s DD Next Level is now streaming on ZEE5 Premium, offering a mix of comedy and drama. Naveen Chandra\'s crime thriller Eleven is now streaming on Amazon Prime Video, providing a gripping storyline for viewers. Also Blindspot is streaming in prime video which is a thriller.\r\nAkshay Kumar\'s Kesari Chapter 2 in Hindi is also now streaming on JioHotstar, offering an action-packed experience. With these new releases, OTT viewers have a lot to look forward to this weekend. Whether you\'re in the mood for drama, comedy, or action, there\'s something for everyone on the OTT platforms.\r\n

Film Festival For OTT Viewers

Several Notable OTT Releases Hit Streaming Sites This Weekend

\r\nThe highly anticipated film Drishyam 3 is gearing up for its shoot, with the script work already locked. The film is a sequel to the blockbuster series Drishyam, which became an industry hit in Mollywood and received great acclaim in other languages through remakes. The second part of the film premiered directly on OTT due to COVID and became a sensation, further increasing the anticipation for the third installment.\r\nThe team has announced Drishyam 3, and the film is set to go on sets in September this year. Mohanlal, who plays the lead role in the film, has been riding high on the success of his recent films, L2: Empuraan and Thudarum, both of which grossed more than 200 crores worldwide. This success will likely add to the expectations surrounding Drishyam 3.\r\nThe impact of Drishyam 3 is expected to be significant, given the popularity of the series and the anticipation surrounding the film. The film\'s success will depend on various factors, including the content and the audience\'s reception. However, with a strong cast and crew, Drishyam 3 is expected to be a major blockbuster. It will be interesting to see if the makers of other languages will take up the film in their respective languages, given the popularity of the Malayalam version.\r\nThe success of the previous films in the series has set the bar high for Drishyam 3. With Mohanlal\'s massive fan following and the film\'s anticipation, Drishyam 3 is expected to be a thrilling ride for the audience. The film\'s production team is likely working hard to ensure that the film meets the audience\'s expectations and becomes a blockbuster.\r\n

Much Awaited Film Is About To Roll

Drishyam 3 Set to Begin Production

\r\nThe highly anticipated film Coolie, starring Rajinikanth, has generated significant buzz in the film industry. Directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, the film also features Nagarjuna, Upendra, and Aamir Khan in pivotal roles. Recently, Rajinikanth watched the first half of the film and reportedly loved it. He was extremely impressed with the output and appreciated Lokesh Kanagaraj\'s work, which is a big booster for the team.\r\nThe makers of Coolie have taken a unique approach to the film\'s production. Lokesh Kanagaraj requested the producers not to announce the release date until the entire shoot is completed, and they agreed to it. This approach has allowed the team to focus on the film\'s quality without any pressure. The first half of the film has been completed and locked, and the team is now working on the second half.\r\nCoolie is set to release on August 14th worldwide, and the trade believes that the film has all the chances of grossing more than 1000 crores worldwide. However, with a star-studded cast and a talented director, Coolie is expected to be a major blockbuster. If everything goes well, the film may enter the 1000 crore club, which would be a significant achievement for the team.\r\nThe success of Coolie will be a testament to the hard work and dedication of the team. With Rajinikanth\'s massive fan following and Lokesh Kanagaraj\'s direction, the film is expected to be a thrilling ride for the audience. The team\'s efforts to ensure the film\'s quality and the star-studded cast make Coolie one of the most anticipated films of the year.\r\n