Kamal Haasan is starring in the film Thug Life which is progressing at a brisk pace under the direction of Mani Ratnam. While promoting the film, Kamal Haasan cracked a banana joke on Trisha and this is now dividing the fans.\r\nWhen asked about her favourite food, Trisha said&nbsp; &ldquo;I like eating them all, but I like boiled banana more. What&rsquo;s it called?&rdquo;, Kamal Haasan intervened and said &ldquo;She doesn&rsquo;t know the name but likes putting it in her mouth.&rdquo;\r\nFollowing this fans reacted in the following manner\r\nOne X user commented, &ldquo;Eww eww eww,&rdquo; under the video. Another person wrote, &ldquo;Toxic Kamal,&rdquo; wondering if Trisha will complain now like she did against Mansoor Ali Khan for his comment. &ldquo;18+ Dawww,&rdquo; pointed out one person while another wrote, &ldquo;imagine What if Chiranjeevi Says thattt.&rdquo;\r\nHis fans, however, came to his defence, with one writing, &ldquo;The filth lies in the mind looking for dirt. @ikamalhaasan quipped, as he has many times, about fellow actors\' Tamizh. Nothing offensive.&rdquo; Another wrote, &ldquo;What is double meaning in this? clearly its visible that KH meant it in a comic way but the words he chose was wrong. He then realizes it and pats Trisha to make the situation less weird and kudos to the host for changing the topic.&rdquo;

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Kamal Banana joke backfires

Kamal Haasan Banana joke on Trisha divides fans

Srilankan beauty Jacqueline Fernandez along with Elon Musk's mother Maye Musk visited the renowned Siddhivinayak temple and offered their prayers.
Much to the surprise of all, Jacqueline and Maye chose to celebrate Easter not in the Church but in the Temple. Maye Musk, mother of Elon Musk is a popular supermodel, nutritionist.
She is currently in India to promote her book,&nbsp; 'A Woman Makes a Plan.' Jacqueline Fernandez recollecting her experience said &ldquo;It was such a beautiful experience to seek blessings at the temple with my dear friend Maye, who&rsquo;s in India for her book launch."
She added &ldquo;Maye&rsquo;s book is a symbol of the resilience of a woman. It has taught me so much, especially that age is just a number and it shouldn&rsquo;t define your dreams and goals,"
Jacqueline is currently starring in Raid 2, Welcome To The Jungle and Hosefull5.&nbsp;

Jacqueline in Siddhi Vinayak Temple

Jacqueline, Maye prays at Siddhivinayak Temple

Malayalam actress Vincy&nbsp; Aloshious made startling allegations against top actor Shine Tom Chacko accusing him of coming to the sets under the influence of the drugs.

She said &ldquo;It is a different matter to use or not use drugs in personal life. But when it is used on the sets of a film and it becomes a cause of trouble for others, it is not easy to work with such people. I am not interested in working with such people.&rdquo;

She added &ldquo;While on location, when there was a minor problem with the shoulder of my costume, the actor came up to me and said it out loud, &lsquo;Let me see, I&rsquo;ll fix it for you.&rsquo; On another occasion, while practising a scene, I saw him spitting out a white powder. It was clear to me that he was using drugs and that he was using them on set,"

However later, she decided to withdraw her compliant against the actor. She said&nbsp; &ldquo;I made it clear to the authorities that the lead actor&rsquo;s name should not be made public. It is a breach of trust. One person&rsquo;s mistake is now going to affect an entire movie. This should not happen. This is why I refrained from publicly naming the actor. I am extremely grateful for the support I received from cinema organisations. The actor should not be denied work as he is massively talented. Let&rsquo;s allow him to rectify his mistakes.&rdquo;

Now she said she is against taking legal action against Shine Tom Chacko. She said "I was under the impression that the general secretary of the film chamber had revealed the accused's name despite my request to keep the complaint confidential. However, I would like to offer my apologies to Saji Nanthiyattu and will co-operate with the monitoring committee led by the film chamber."

It is known that Shine Tom Chacko who was arrested in drugs case is now out on bail.&nbsp;

Vincy abt taking legal action on STC

Vincy not to take legal action against Shine Tom Chacko

\r\nRam Charan visits Hrithik Roshan\'s wife Sussanne\'s store. Everyone is aware that Hrithik Roshan\'s ex wife Sussanne Khan is a renowned interior designer. She has many stores across the country and she opened a new store in Hyderabad.\r\nFor the opening of the store, Global Star Ram Charan graced the event along with his wife Upasana. Both spent quality time with Sussanne and also her brother Zayed.\r\nLater Sussanne thanked Ram Charan for coming to the store and posted&nbsp; &ldquo;Thank you to our real life SUPERSTAR and legend Ram Charan and dear Upasna for giving us the most incredible grace and warmth making us feel very special and empowered (sic),&rdquo;\r\nHer brother Zayed Khan also thanked Ram Charan calling him as his brother. He posted &ldquo;Met my dear friend and brother Ram Charan who is not only a global superstar, but one of the most amazing human beings I have ever met. Thank you for a wonderful evening at your home. We were truly deeply touched (sic).&rdquo;\r\nSussanne launched her gallery in collaboration with Shah Rukh Khan\'s wife Gauri Khan who is also an interior designer in Hyderabad on 27 February 2025.\r\n

Global Star delights Greek God ex wife

Ram Charan visits Hrithik Roshan wife Sussanne store

In the film industry, heroines are often presented in a glamorous light, with directors and producers showcasing them in the most appealing way possible. However, in recent times, many filmmakers have shifted their focus towards de-glam roles, where actresses are seen in a more natural and raw light. This trend is gaining momentum, with many talented actresses embracing the challenge of playing characters that require them to tone down their glamorous image.

However, courageous and talented actresses has begun to redefine these boundaries. Anushka Shetty in the epic "Baahubali" franchise has gone out of her way and proved her mettle. Samantha Ruth Prabhu did raw and rustic role in the critically acclaimed "Rangasthalam". Tamannaah Bhatia in Baahubali and Odela 2 tried and succeeded in deglamorous role. So are the, Priyamani in the intense drama "Narappa," Keerthy Suresh in the poignant "Mahanati" and the raw "Dasara," impressed in real life look and roles. Rashmika Mandanna in the commercially successful "Pushpa" films has delivered compelling performance in role that stripped away on-screen glamour. Their willingness to embrace these characters has not only earned them accolades but has also paved the way for other actresses aspiring to explore a wider range of roles within the industry.

The impact of their choices is evident in the increasing number of actresses now willing to experiment. Sai Pallavi's powerful portrayal in "Virataparvam" and Shriya Saran's nuanced performance in "Gamanam" further solidify this trend. Notably, even Pooja Hegde, who has largely been associated with glamorous roles throughout her career, is now reportedly taking on a de-glamorous character in upcoming "Retro" film. This decision, particularly at the peak of her career, is a commendable step, highlighting a growing appreciation for performance-oriented roles.

These top actresses while their career at peak, have paved the way for others to follow in their footsteps. By taking on de-glam roles, these actresses have not only showcased their versatility but also proved that they are more than just their physical appearance. Films like Baahubali, Rangasthalam, Pushpa, Mahanati and Virataparvam have featured these actresses in roles that highlight their acting prowess rather than just their glamour.

Taking on de-glam roles can be a double-edged sword for actresses. While it can lead to overwhelming responses and critical acclaim if done well, it can also result in lost opportunities if the film doesn't perform well. However, with the success of films featuring de-glam roles, more and more actresses are likely to take on this challenge, leading to a more diverse and exciting range of characters on screen.

Deglam Girls Is The New Trend 

Star Heroines Deglamorize Roles in Telugu Cinema

\r\nVenky Atluri in Dubai for Suriya. For long Kollywood star Suriya has been eagerly waiting to do a straight Telugu film. Even Telugu movie lovers are waiting for Suriya\'s straight film as he is known for his versatile and impactful performances. He finally lined up a project under the direction of Venky Atluri.\r\nAlready the film\'s pre production is in full swing and music director GV.Prakash Kumar started working for the project along with Venky Atluri. Inside talk is Venky Atluri and GV.Prakash Kumar landed in Dubai and started music sittings.\r\nVenky Atluri impressed Suriya with a love story that doesn\'t require him to undergo any transformation and use different getups. Plans are on to rope in Bhagyasri Borse as the female lead. Now they are planning to cast Kayadu Lohar as the female lead.\r\nThe makers will be announcing the project officially with the motion poster. Naga Vamsi is bankrolling the project under Sitara Entertainments banner.\r\n

Venky Atluri in Dubai for Suriya

Venky Atluri in Dubai along with GV.Prakash Kumar for Suriya 

Pawan Kalyan to concentrate on OG from this time. Question makers are increasing over Pawan Kalyan's current projects. His period entertainer Hari Hara Veera Mallu which is set to release on 9 May in all likelihood is postponing to new date.

His mass entertainer Ustaad Bhagat Singh to be helmed by Harish Shankar is yet to go to sets. His project OG is generating immense interest among movie lovers as it is directed by Sujeeth known for his stylish entertainers.

Now reports are coming that Pawan Kalyan will be concentrating on OG from May. Buzz is Pawan Kalyan asked the makers to gear up for the next schedule and plan accordingly. The makers are planning to release the film in September.

Pawan Kalyan is currently suffering from back pain and once he recovers he will finish off the remaining portion of Hari Hara Veera Mallu before concentrating on OG.

Pawan to power OG at this time

Pawan Kalyan to concentrate on OG from this time

\r\nPriyadarshi is under immense pressure for Sarangapani Jathakam. Priyadarshi is known not only for his hilarious roles but also for his emotional and riveting performances. He recently impressed all with his performance in Court-State vs nobody.\r\nHe is now coming to entertain movie lovers with the film Sarangapani Jathakam. The film directed by Indraganti Mohana Krishna is releasing on 25 April 2025. Now it is coming out that Priyadarshi is under immense pressure to propel Sarangapani Jathakam.\r\nA distributor shares &ldquo;The budget of Sarangapani Jathakam has gone over â‚¹14 crore &nbsp;the highest in Priyadarshi&rsquo;s career as a lead actor, while his other films are made within Rs 6 to 7 crore,&rdquo; He continues &ldquo;It&rsquo;s a comedy-driven entertainer, and it needs strong openings to be a safe venture for all involved.&rdquo;\r\nThe distributor added &ldquo;The makers are now confident they can capitalize on the goodwill generated by Court, who minted gold at the Telugu box office.&rdquo;\r\n

Can Priyadarshi break the shackles

Priyadarshi is under immense pressure for Sarangapani Jathakam

\r\nSiddhu Jonnalagadda\'s new film \"Jack\" is set to stream on Netflix earlier than expected. The makers have landed a deal with the OTT platform for an early digital release. The film, which hit theaters on April 10, 2025, failed to live up to expectations despite decent hype. The comedy caper was narrated in a way that didn\'t resonate with the audience.\r\nAccording to reports, Netflix has paid extra bucks to the makers to stream the film in advance. The digital release is likely to happen by the end of April 2025, much earlier than the initially planned second week of May 2025. This trend is being followed in Telugu cinema, where films that flop in theatres are made available on OTT platforms early. The film\'s poor reception in theatres, being out of screens within three days of its release, might have prompted the makers to opt for an early OTT release.\r\nThe film \"Jack\" is an action comedy directed by Bommarillu Bhaskar, starring Siddhu Jonnalagadda as a rookie who wants to become a RAW agent. Despite a promising storyline, the narration disappointed audiences. Vaishnavi Chaitanya played the female lead, but her role was also criticized.\r\nThe early OTT release of \"Jack\" will give audiences a chance to watch the film on their preferred platform. Netflix will announce the release date soon, and fans can look forward to streaming the film digitally. Stay tuned for more updates on the release date and other developments.\r\n

Jack OTT Release Advanced

Siddhu Jonnalagadda Jack to Stream Earlier Than Expected

Under the banner of the prestigious production house Sri Devi Movies, producer Sivalenka Krishna Prasad has produced the film &lsquo;Sarangapani Jathakam&rsquo;, directed by Mohanakrishna Indraganti. Priyadarshi and Rupa Koduvayur play the lead roles. The film is set to release on April 25. On this occasion, producer Sivalenka Krishna Prasad spoke to the media. Here are the highlights of what he shared:\r\nAll-round entertainer with Indraganti&rsquo;s touch:\r\n&lsquo;Sarangapani Jathakam&rsquo; has all the commercial ingredients &ndash; action, suspense, thriller, comedy, love &ndash; everything. I was very excited when Indraganti narrated the story. It&rsquo;s the kind of film that will make the audience laugh freely in theatres. My desire to make a full-length comedy film has been fulfilled with this one. I used to regret not making a complete entertainer with Jandhyala garu, but now that gap has been filled.\r\n&bull; Some movies stay with the audience forever &ndash; &lsquo;Sarangapani Jathakam&rsquo; will be one such film that remains in people&rsquo;s memories for a long time.\r\nThird success with Indraganti after Gentleman and Sammohanam:\r\n&bull; After Gentleman and Sammohanam, this film will be a hat-trick hit in our combination. Mohanakrishna&rsquo;s story and screenplay will captivate everyone. It will appeal to both families and the youth. The movie has shaped up really well. We worked very hard on it. We delayed a bit hoping to get good theatres and a good season. Now that the summer holidays have started, we&rsquo;re releasing it on April 25 &ndash; perfect timing to share joy with audiences during the holidays.\r\nAbout the film&rsquo;s content:\r\n&bull; We have already shown the film to many people, and all of them said it was excellent. The first half is full of comedy, and the second half shifts to the next level. The story revolves around a horoscope (Jathakam) &ndash; it&rsquo;s intriguing and suspenseful. That said, it&rsquo;s not overly unpredictable or complicated. It&rsquo;s entertaining in a way that everyone can enjoy.\r\n&bull; All characters are integral to the story &ndash; not inserted forcibly. Every role is important. Vennela Kishore, Viva Harsha, Naresh garu, Avasarala Srinivas &ndash; all of them deliver brilliant comedy.\r\nPriyadarshi&rsquo;s performance:\r\n&bull; After hearing the story, we felt that Darshi (Priyadarshi) would be perfect for the role. Now with the success of Court, his image has risen even further. In Court, he was seen in a serious role, but here he will make everyone laugh out loud. He has done full justice to this role.\r\nIndraganti&rsquo;s signature touch:\r\n&bull; Whether it&rsquo;s a love story like Sammohanam, or a suspense thriller like Gentleman, or pure comedy &ndash; everyone knows the unique Indraganti mark. His comedy timing in this film is at the next level. This will be a complete paisa vasool (value-for-money) entertainer.\r\nOn industry trends and passion for storytelling:\r\n&bull; Earlier, we used to complete a film in 3 months and move on to the next with a different hero. But now, actors line up 4-5 projects and everything revolves around combinations. No one cares about stories anymore. I, however, have a lot of passion for cinema. That&rsquo;s why, whether it&rsquo;s Aditya 369, Gentleman, Sammohanam, or Yashoda, I always aim to bring my personal mark to every film.\r\n&bull; The production values in Sarangapani Jathakam are something everyone is praising.\r\nGrand Release Plans:\r\n&bull; We wanted the film to reflect today&rsquo;s trends &ndash; a blend of Jandhyala&rsquo;s humor, EVV&rsquo;s style, and Indraganti&rsquo;s mark. We wanted it to be relatable, entertaining, and accessible to all. Initially planned for April 18, we moved it to April 25 due to theatre availability. The film will have a grand release in over 220 theatres overseas as well.\r\nUpcoming Projects:\r\n&bull; We are currently discussing a few stories. Honestly, I&rsquo;m scared of sequels, so I usually avoid them. But if Balakrishna garu starts work on Aditya 369 sequel, I&rsquo;ll be part of it. I really liked two stories narrated by the Yashoda directors. One story by Pavan Sadineni also seemed very interesting. I&rsquo;ll be doing another film with Mohanakrishna Indraganti too. Once everything is finalized, I&rsquo;ll officially announce all the upcoming projects.

SJ, crafted in Jandhyala and EVV style with Indragantiâ€™s mark - Sivalenka Krishna Prasad

Sivalenka Krishna Prasad Interview

\r\nRana Daggubati has become the first Indian celebrity to feature at WrestleMania, marking a significant milestone in his career. Known for his powerful roles in films like \'Baahubali\', Rana\'s appearance at the iconic wrestling event has bridged the worlds of cinema and sports entertainment in a way never seen before. As a lifelong WWE fan and star of the hit Netflix series \'Rana Naidu\', Rana was invited to witness the spectacle from the front row, making him a part of history.\r\nRana Daggubati shared his experience of being at WrestleMania 41, saying it was a surreal moment to witness the event live and represent India on a global stage. With both WWE and Rana Naidu streaming on Netflix, Rana felt it was a full-circle moment. The global WWE fandom took centre stage this weekend with a special Netflix India and WWE watch party in Mumbai, featuring a live broadcast of WrestleMania 41 on Netflix.\r\nThe event was a celebration of fandom, community, and global connection, with Rana Daggubati\'s presence being a proud moment for Indian representation. Netflix shared a video and photos of the actor on its Instagram handle, captioning the post with a nod to Rana\'s show \'Rana Naidu\'. Rana\'s appearance at WrestleMania 41 has generated significant buzz.\r\nRana Daggubati\'s forthcoming crime drama \'Rana Naidu Season 2\' is set to release in 2025 on Netflix, featuring Venkatesh Daggubati and Surveen Chawla. The show\'s first instalment was released on March 10, 2023, and fans are eagerly waiting the next season. With Rana\'s growing popularity and his historic appearance at WrestleMania, the anticipation for \'Rana Naidu Season 2\' is building up.\r\n

Rana Makes History at WrestleMania

Rana Daggubati Is The First Indian Celebrity Taking Part In Wrestle Mania

\r\nRaashi Khanna\'s recent vacation pictures from her mountain getaway have captivated fans, showcasing her effortless style and connection with nature. The actress is seen donning a bold red swimsuit, blending grace with confidence against breathtaking mountain backdrops. Her serene vacation posts have gone viral, sparking admiration for both her style and her grounded approach to self-care.\r\nRaashi Khanna\'s vacation pictures highlight her relaxed and radiant aura, showcasing her ability to unwind and rejuvenate in nature. With a series of exciting projects lined up, including \"Telusu Kada\" alongside Siddhu Jonnalagadda, \"The Last Ride\", and an untitled project with Vikrant Massey, Raashi is gearing up for a busy year. Her recent social media posts have been a mix of her serene getaway and hints at her upcoming projects, keeping her fans engaged and eager for more.\r\nThe actress\'s effortless style and natural charm have been widely appreciated, with fans praising her ability to blend beauty, elegance, and boldness. Raashi\'s vacation pictures have been a welcome respite from the usual glamour and glitz of Bollywood, showcasing her down-to-earth personality.\r\nWith her well-deserved break coming to an end, Raashi Khanna is set to dive back into her acting career, bringing her unique talent and charisma to her upcoming projects. Fans are eagerly awaiting her next releases, excited to see her take on new roles and challenges.\r\n