\r\nShraddha Kapoor quits a thriller for remuneration. Shraddha Kapoor became the toast of the nation ever since her film Stree and Stree 2 turned out to be super hits. Now, reports are coming that Shraddha Kapoor quit a thriller to be helmed by Tumbbad director Rahi Anil Barve and produced by Ekta Kapoor for this reason.\r\nReports are coming that she quit the project as she did not get the quoted remuneration of Rs 17crs. When Shraddha demanded Rs 17crs and also share in the profits, the makers couldn\'t meet her demands. They even started looked for other actors for the lead role.\r\nDirector Rahi Anil Barve said &ldquo;Please don&rsquo;t believe any of the rumours currently floating all over the media. We&rsquo;ll be making an official announcement at the right time. Thank you,&rdquo;\r\nRahi said official announcement would be made and asked everyone not to speculate till that time.\r\n

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Tempting beauty quits a thriller

Shraddha Kapoor quits a thriller for remuneration

\r\nFans disappointed as MI8 comes to an end.Hollywood Star Tom Cruise\'s&nbsp; MI : Final Recokning is entertaining all the fans and movie lovers alike. However, people are divided with the franchise coming to an end. It is known that of Mission Impossible was changed from Dead Reckoning Part 2 to The Final Reckoning, and from then on it was speculated that this would be Ethan Hunt(Tom Cruise) final mission.\r\nDuring the screening of the film at Cannes, Tom Cruise shared&nbsp; \"I\'d want everyone to see this movie. Maybe the final reckoning, maybe not, but what...\" At this point, Tom Cruise interjected and said, \"It\'s the final,\" before adding, \"It\'s not called final for nothing.\"\r\nThis divided all his fans who came up with the following reactions.\r\n\"This is good. Tom can\'t keep doing this in a wheelchair,\" quipped one fan with reference to Tom Cruise\'s age - 62. Another added, \"They should end it before it becomes bad.\" One fan, however, said, \"I wish these films never end. They can get someone new, like in Bond.\"\r\nEarlier Tom Cruise shared &ldquo;I actually said I&rsquo;m going to make movies into my 80s; actually, I&rsquo;m going to make them into my 100s. I will never stop. I will never stop doing action, I will never stop doing drama, comedy films &mdash; I&rsquo;m excited.&rdquo;\r\n

MI8 franchise- Fans disappointed

Fans disappointed as MI8 comes to an end

\r\nIndia\'s Ace director S.S. Rajamouli recently watched the film \"Tourist Family\" and showered praise on it. He said that the film gave him a great experience and that it is one of the best films he has seen in recent times. Rajamouli shared his joy after watching the film, stating that it impressed him a lot, touched his heart, and was full of humour that made his stomach laugh.\r\nThe film\'s director Abhishan Jeevinth received special praise from Rajamouli, who appreciated his writing and direction. Rajamouli thanked the film\'s team for providing such a good film and commented that it has given him the best cinematic experience in recent years. He appealed to the audience that everyone should watch this film and no one should miss it.\r\nWith such praise from a top director, expectations have increased for the film \"Tourist Family\". Film analysts believe that if someone like Rajamouli appreciates a film, it will definitely attract the audience to the theaters. Director Abhish Jeevinth has responded to Rajamouli\'s tweet, saying it was like a dream come true getting appreciation from a master director whose films he always cherishes.\r\n\"Tourist Family\" is a Tamil comedy-drama film released in 2025, made with a budget of less than 10 crores and has already crossed 50+ Cr. The film stars Sasikumar, Simran, Mithun Jaishankar, Kamlesh, and others, revolving around the theme of an Eelam Tamil family who comes to India for a better future after the economic crisis in Sri Lanka. With Rajamouli\'s endorsement, \"Tourist Family\" is poised to gain more attention and attract a wider audience.\r\n

SSR Showers Praises On Small Film

S.S. Rajamouli Praises Tourist Family

The supernatural thriller Odela 2, directed by Ashok Teja and starring Tamannaah Bhatia, has been making waves on Amazon Prime Video since its release on May 8, 2025. The film, which generated a decent word of mouth in theaters with its spiritual and mystical content, is now running super successfully on the OTT platform. Odela 2 has been trending in the top position on Amazon Prime Video for several days, a surprisingly good result for a female-oriented film.

The film has garnered 3.8 million views on Amazon Prime Video since its OTT debut, a notable achievement. According to Ormax, the movie has received a high rating, further solidifying its success. The top three positions on Amazon Prime Video are currently occupied by Ajith's Tamil blockbuster Good Bad Ugly with 6.1 million views, followed by Odela 2, and then The Diplomat starring John Abraham with 3 million views.

Despite its success, Odela 2 is currently only available in Telugu, Tamil, and Hindi on Amazon Prime Video, with Malayalam and Kannada versions promised but not yet released. The missing language options have left many subscribers frustrated, especially since the platform had promoted a full multi-language rollout. Ensuring a timely release in all announced languages would help the film reach a broader audience and maintain viewer trust.

As Odela 2 continues to trend in the top spots, it will be interesting to see whether the makers of the film will address the language issue. Nonetheless, the film's success on Amazon Prime Video is a testament to its engaging storyline and the audience's appreciation for quality content. With its current trajectory, Odela 2 is likely to remain a popular choice for viewers on the platform.

Odela 2 Leads New OTT Releases

Odela 2 Success on Amazon Prime Video

\r\nPower Star Pawan Kalyan recently had the immense joy of meeting Oscar-winning maestro MM Keeravaani. As they spoke, time flew by while Keeravaani shared stories of his journey from being a disciple of renowned music director Chakravarthy to collaborating with literary giants like Veturi Sundararama Murthy and Sirivennela Seetharama Sastry. Pawan Kalyan was delighted to learn about Keeravaani\'s personal collection of 32 stories, including two penned by himself, revealing his talent as a gifted writer and poet.\r\nThe meeting was a moment of great joy for Pawan Kalyan, who was impressed by Keeravaani\'s dedication and passion for music. Keeravaani even showed Pawan Kalyan his collection of violins, including one gifted by Chidambaranathan, which he has preserved with great care. This meeting highlights the admiration and respect between two industry giants.\r\nHari Hara Veera Mallu\'s Inspirational Anthem\r\nPawan Kalyan\'s film Hari Hara Veera Mallu features a powerful new song, \"Salasala Marige Neeloni Raktame...\", composed by MM Keeravaani. The song conveys a stirring message: \"The fire within us... our courage and heroism should never fade.\" This inspirational anthem will be released to the public on the 21st of this month and feels like a rousing call to ensure the spirit of valor within us never diminishes.\r\nThe music and background score by Keeravaani elevate the emotional intensity of Hari Hara Veera Mallu to extraordinary heights. Keeravaani\'s dedication and passion are evident in his work, and his commitment to the film is reflected in his words: \"This is the first time I\'m working with you, so it has to be something truly special.\" With Keeravaani\'s genius and Pawan Kalyan\'s vision, Hari Hara Veera Mallu is shaping up to be a cinematic masterpiece which will hit the theatres on June 13.\r\n

Meeting of Minds: PK and Keeravaani

MM Keeravaani Meets Pawan Kalyan Ahead Of Third Song Launch

\r\nNetizens troll Romantic Kamal. Kamal Haasan-Mani Ratnam\'s Thug Life is the most awaited project. The film is racing for release on 5 June 205 and the makers released the film\'s trailer. While the trailer attracted all the fans, some netizens found fault with Kamal Haasan for indulging in liplocks and romantic scenes with young heroines Trisha and Abhirami.\r\nFans reacted in the following manner to Kamal\'s romantic acts.\r\n&nbsp;Reddit user shared a screenshot of Kamal Haasan and Trisha Krishnan\'s scene from the Thug Life trailer, along with another image of the actor kissing Abhirami, 42, and wrote, \"Noo god please no.\" The age gap between Kamal, 70, and Trisha, 42, soon became the topic of discussion.\r\nOne Reddit user wrote, \"An old man romancing a young woman is not a problem as long as it&rsquo;s addressed. An old man pretending to be young and romancing young girls is weird.\" Referring to Kamal\'s kissing scene with Abhirami, another wrote, &ldquo;This is so weird&rdquo; Commenting on Kamal and Trisha&rsquo;s age gap, another said, \"Trisha is just three years older than Shruti Haasan, btw.\" A third joked, \"Only 30 years apart. Practically soulmates!\" Another comment read, \"Eww&hellip; brother, ew&hellip; what&rsquo;s that, brother?\" One user added, \"Mani Ratnam ruining his legacy.\"\r\nSome however defended Kamal. They posted.\r\n\"There is nothing wrong with the pairing, since the plot clearly shows an aged gangster having an affair with a younger woman. But yes, Abhirami and Kamal sharing a lip-lock with a 30-year age difference does seem odd. However, I suppose the film portrays their age gap to be smaller than it is in real life.\" Another commented, \"its two consenting adults, but still, they could have cast someone older to play Kamal&rsquo;s wife.\"\r\n

Romantic Kamal gets trolled

Netizens troll Romantic Kamal

Devika &amp; Danny trailer released, locks streaming date. Traditional and raunchy beauty Ritu Varma is coming to entertain movie lovers with her upcoming project Devika &amp; Danny.The webseries is directed by B.Kishore of Sreekaram fame and is progressing in full swing.
The film's promotions are generating interest and today the makers released the film's trailer. They also locked the streaming date. The webseries will be streaming on Hotstar from 6 June 2025. The trailer starts with the wedding preparations between Ritu Varma and Subbaraju before the priest predicts unforeseen happenings.
The entry of Surya Vasishta locks her life boat and where this leads to form the interesting part. Shiva Kandukuri,&nbsp; Mounika Reddy, Soniya Singh, Chaganti Sudhakar, and others are playing important roles for which music is tuned by&nbsp; Jay Krish.
Deepak Raj created and wrote the story produced by Chaganti Sudhakar on his the Joy Films banner.

Devika & Danny trailer Talk

Devika & Danny trailer review

\r\nNTR-Prashanth Neel makers promises storm during B-Day wishes. Young Tiger NTR is celebrating his birthday today and fans are celebrating his birthday like a festival.\r\nThey are waiting eagerly for the glimpse of War 2 and in the meantime,the makers of Prashanth Neel-NTR project who paved way for War2 on NTR birthday, wished NTR in the most powerful manner.\r\nThey released a new poster and posted &ldquo;A mass missile that&rsquo;s always hungry to hunt. NTRNeel is built to worship every moment of this storm,&rdquo; The caption is driving all crazy and fans are waiting eagerly for the special treat from the makers soon. NTR in the latest poster looked stylish and intense getting ready for the explosion.\r\nThe film stars Rukmini Vasanth as the female lead and inside tak is the film would be titled Dragon. The film is up for release on 25 June 2026. Mythri Movie Makers are bankrolling the project.\r\n

Dragon promises Storm Worship

NTR-Prashanth Neel makers promises storm during B-Day wishes

\r\nWar 2 teaser released . War 2 is generating tremendous interest among movie lovers as it is the sequel to the hit project War and it stars Hrithik Roshan and NTR in the lead roles. This happens to be NTR\'s first straight Bollywood project. Expectations are high as NTR showed his acting prowess in films like RRR and Devara.\r\nNTR is celebrating his birthday today and the makers of War2 wished him on the occasion and released the glimpse. They posted \"Double the fire. Double the fury. Pick your side. #War2Teaser out NOW \"\r\nThe teaser starts with Hrithik Roshan as Major Kabir Dahiwal, India\'s best agent in Raw and NTR hunting him and saying that he is not the best any more and he is unaware of him and will know about him now. NTR is introduced enacting breathtaking and mindblowing stunts and sporting a lean and mean look and challenges Kabir \'Get Ready For the War\'.\r\nHrithik makes an appearance along with a lion and Kiara makes her appearance in bikini. The action shifts to overseas with NTR and Hrithik in high octane stunts and fiery exchanges.\r\nNTR looked stylish, ubercool and explosive in the role of ex raw agent Veerendra Raghunath. He came up with intense and powerful dialogues and his ferocious expressions and emotions drove all crazy.\r\nHrithik Roshan is playing the role of Major Kabir Dhaliwal and it also features Kiara Advani as the female lead. Pritam is the music director for the film which is bankrolled in a prestigious manner on YRF banner.\r\n

War 2 Teaser Released

War2 Glimpse -NTR explodes against Hrithik

\r\nVishal-Sai Dhansika to get married at this time. For long rumours have been spreading thick and fast that Kollywood star Vishal and actress Sai Dhansika will be getting married. The couple maintained a stoic silence and finally they broke the silence and announced their wedding officially.\r\nThe couple made their relationship official at the Yogi Da event in Chennai. Vishal, 47, and Sai Dhanshika, 35, are getting married in August. Dhansika said they knew each other for 15 years but have been dating only recently.\r\n&nbsp;\r\nSai Dhansika confirming the marriage posted&nbsp; \"We didn\'t want to make the announcement at the press conference. However, a news report went viral this morning. We initially thought that we would maintain our friendship in front of the media before the event began. But, after the report, we felt there was nothing to hide,\"\r\n&nbsp;\r\nShe added &ldquo;Vishal and I are planning to get married on August 29. I have known Vishal for the past 15 years. Whenever we met in the past, he treated me with due respect. When I was in deep trouble, he visited my home and raised his voice for me. No hero has ever visited my house. It was very sweet of him - his gesture was pleasing.\"\r\n&nbsp;\r\nAbout their relationship, she said, \"It was only recently that we started talking to each other. And we felt that it was leading somewhere. Mutually, we understood that we wanted to get married. I just want him to be happy. I love you, Vishal.\"\r\nVishal too confirmed the relationship, saying \"My marriage is fixed. I\'ve got a girl. Dhansika\'s father is here and with his blessings, I\'m introducing her. I want to, I\'d love to, and I am going to marry Dhanshika. She\'s a wonderful person.\"\r\nHe said \"After seeing Dhanshika execute stunts in \'Yogi Da\', I understood that I needed to be aware. It looks like I should be prepared. I should also learn from Pandian master (stunt choreographer) and learn how to block. If she kicks, it comes closer to my head. I hope we don\'t fight like that. We both have great understanding,\"\r\nHe continued \"God always saves the best for the last. He has saved Dhanshika for me. We are going to lead a lovely life. I always think positively. We have a great understanding now and hope to always have that. I trust her.\"\r\nHe said Dhansika will continue acting after&nbsp; marriage. He shared&nbsp; \"I promise you that she will act. She is a great talent. I do not want her talent to be confined,\"&nbsp; The couple will get married on 29 Aug 2025.\r\n

Vishal-Dhansika marriage confirmed

Vishal-Sai Dhansika to get married at this time

\r\n\r\nManchu Manoj, the younger son of renowned actor Mohan Babu, has carved out his own image in the film industry. Known for his energetic performances on-screen and friendly persona off-screen, Manoj has won the hearts of many. His real character and impressive reel roles have made him a beloved figure in Tollywood.\r\nFrom Child Actor To Energetic Hero\r\nManoj was introduced to films as a child actor in Major Chandrakanth, starring legendary Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao, alongside his father Mohan Babu. He made his debut as a hero with Donga Dongadi in 2004 and earned recognition with his first film itself. Manoj\'s subsequent films, such as Sri and Raju Bhai, showcased his acting prowess.\r\nVersatility and Success\r\nManoj\'s filmography is a testament to his versatility. He has done experimental films like Nenu Meeku Telusa and Prayanam, as well as commercial entertainers like Bindaas, Mr Nookayya, Potugaadu, and Current Theega. All these films were commercially successful, cementing Manoj\'s position as a bankable star. He has also worked in multi-starrers like Vedam, Uu Kodathara Ulikki Pada thara, and Pandavulu Pandavulu Thummeda.\r\nExciting Projects Ahead\r\nAfter a break of six years, Manoj is making his re-entry into films with Bhairavam, alongside Bellamkonda Sai Sreenivas and Nara Rohith, slated to release on May 30. He is also playing a powerful antagonist role in Teja Sajja\'s Pan India film, Mirai. With these exciting projects ahead, Manoj is poised for a blockbuster year.\r\nWishing Manoj a Happy Birthday\r\nCineJosh wishes Manchu Manoj a very happy birthday and a blockbuster year ahead. May his upcoming films bring him success and happiness, and may his passion for acting continue to inspire his fans.\r\n\r\n

HBD To Passionate Actor

Manchu Manoj A Passionate Actor

The highly anticipated Kollywood film Thug Life, starring Kamal Haasan and Simbu, is slated for release on June 5th worldwide. The film's trailer, released a day ago, created a sensation, clocking over 30 million views in 24 hours on YouTube. This impressive feat stands next only to Leo, which garnered 31.9 million views. The censor formalities of the film have also been completed, with Thug Life receiving a U/A certificate and having a runtime of 165 minutes and 42 seconds.

The film's plot revolves around the mafia world, filled with crime and corruption. Rangaraaya Sakthivel (Kamal Haasan) and his brother Manickam save a young boy named Amaran (Simbu) during a horrific shootout with the police and later adopt him. However, an assassination attempt on Sakthivel leads him to suspect Amaran, sparking a revenge plot. With a powerful ensemble cast, including Trisha, Nasser, Abhirami, Ashok Selvan, and Joju George, Thug Life promises to be an intense and high-stakes action narrative.

The team has high expectations for the film, anticipating a blockbuster success. The audio launch is set to take place on May 24th, further fuelling the excitement. The trailer has generated significant buzz, especially among fans of Kamal Haasan and Mani Ratnam, who are reuniting after over two decades. With the musical genius of AR Rahman scoring the soundtrack, Thug Life is shaping up to be one of 2025's biggest cinematic events.

Produced by Raaj Kamal Films International, Madras Talkies, and Red Giant Films, Thug Life will hit the big screens on June 5, 2025. Netflix has acquired the post-theatrical streaming rights of the film for a substantial price, and Thug Life will stream on the platform after its theatrical run. With its massive scale, talented cast, and legendary filmmakers, Thug Life is poised to be a major success in the film industry.