Hombale Films, the powerhouse behind blockbusters like the KGF series, Kantara, and Salaar, has officially entered the overseas distribution field, marking a significant expansion for one of India\'s most successful production banners. This move is set to intensify competition for upcoming big films from South India and reshape how Indian cinema reaches global audiences.\r\nHombale Films will not only distribute its own productions globally but also collaborate with other filmmakers for overseas releases. Reports suggest that a major Telugu Pan-Indian film will be distributed by Hombale Films overseas, although an official announcement is yet to arrive. Fans are already discussing the possibilities of major releases going through Hombale\'s distribution network.\r\nHombale Films\' track record speaks for itself, with KGF: Chapter 2 collecting over â‚¹1,200 Cr worldwide and Kantara becoming a cultural phenomenon. Their entry into distribution is a strategic expansion driven by a clear vision to take Indian cinema to a wider global audience.\r\nWith a strong portfolio of films that resonate across languages and cultures, Hombale Films aims to build a structured and focused international distribution network. This initiative will not be limited to films produced by Hombale Films, but will also collaborate with filmmakers and production houses across India. The move marks a significant new chapter in the company\'s journey, strengthening its commitment to expanding the global footprint of Indian cinema and bringing it closer to viewers worldwide.

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Hombale Expanding Horizons

Hombale Films Enters Overseas Distribution

Stage set for Toxic first single. Rocky Bhai Yash is getting ready to show his power at the box office with his upcoming film Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups. The film directed by Geetu Mohan Das is releasing on 19 March 2026.\r\nToday the makers shared the exciting information about the film\'s first single. The first single is titled &lsquo;Tabaahi&rsquo;, and it will be released on 2 March 2026. The newly released poster showed&nbsp; Yash and Kiara Advani striking a passionate and romantic pose with lot of intensity. Their chemistry increased the curiosity levels song movie lovers.&nbsp;\r\nThe track, composed and sung by Vishal Mishra, is set to release on March 2. Known for his emotionally rich compositions, Mishra&rsquo;s involvement has heightened expectations, with fans anticipating a song that blends melody with raw sentiment.&nbsp;\r\nThe film stars Nayanthara, Huma Qureshi, Rukmini Vasanth, and Tara Sutaria in important roles. The film is releasing in Kannada and English, and is also dubbed in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, and Malayalam.KVN Productions and Monster Mind Creations is bankrolling the film.

Toxic first single on this date

Stage set for Toxic first single

Janhvi Kapoor and Siddharth Malhotra\'s Param Sundari directed by Tushar Jalota got disappointing reviews.\r\nIn the meantime, Kalidas Jayaram, noted actor blasted the film. He said on the YouTube channel Irfan\'s View, Kalidas and his father, veteran actor Jayaram, were asked to name a bad movie they had seen recently.\r\nKalidas quickly answered saying, \"I will say Param Sundari; it was the worst.\" It seemed like they were making fun of our culture and everything else. \"It was very bad,\" he said in Tamil, showing his disappointment with how the film showed Kerala and Malayali culture.\r\nIt is known that during Param Sundari release itself many Malayali actors and celebrities criticised the way the makers portrayed the Malayalee girl and the customs. It is known that Param Sundari is about a Delhi teenager named Param who meets Sundari, a homestay owner in Kerala, through a dating app.\r\n<div></div>

Malayalam actor blasts Param Sundari

Kalidas Jayaram blasts Janhvi Param Sundari

Allu Arjun recently won the Best Actor award for Pushpa 2 at the 70th Filmfare Awards South.

Following this, happening beauty Mrunal Thakur sent him wishes congratulating him. She posted "SIR, heartiest congratulations on winning Best Actor at Filmfare. This honor is so well deserved. The dedication, intensity, and sheer brilliance you bring to every performance are truly inspiring."

Allu Arjun replied back saying "Thank you so much Mrunal Thakur. So sweet of you. Hope to work with you someday," While receiving the award, Allu Arjun said "Thank you, Filmfare, for this wonderful honor. It is my absolute pleasure to receive it in a land where I am loved in such a unique way. I am humbled by everyone's blessings, and I dedicate this award to all my fans for their infinite love."

Allu Arjun is currently busy with high profile projects with Atlee and Lokesh Kanagaraj.&nbsp;

Bunny keen to romance Hot Beauty

Allu Arjun desires to romance Mrunal Thakur

Vijay Sethupathi\'s silent social drama Gandhi Talks is now available for digital rental on the Prime Video Store. The film, directed by Kishor Panduranga Belekar, had its world premiere at the International Film Festival of India in Goa and was released in theaters on January 30, 2026.\r\nGandhi Talks tells a powerful story without spoken dialogue, exploring the impact of money on human behavior. The story revolves around a rich businessman whose life unravels due to corruption and personal issues, and two men who plan to break into his house to steal cash. The film features Vijay Sethupathi, Arvind Swami, and Aditi Rao Hydari in key roles.\r\nThe film\'s unique use of silence is notable, with Belekar relying on expressions, visuals, and background music to convey emotions. A.R. Rahman\'s music plays a crucial role in carrying the emotional weight of the film. The currency notes featuring Mahatma Gandhi\'s face represent both hope and corruption in the film.\r\nGandhi Talks has a runtime of two hours and 13 minutes and has been certified U/A 13+. The cinematography is done by Karan B. Rawat, while the editing is handled by Ashish Mhatre. Despite mixed reviews, the film is notable for its attempt to revive silent storytelling in contemporary cinema.\r\n&nbsp;

Vijay Sethupathi Gandhi Talks On OTT

A Silent Social Drama Gandhi Talks  Now Streaming Online

Adivi Sesh\'s upcoming film Dacoit is generating buzz with its first single, \"Rubaroo\", a poignant melody that showcases the actor\'s emotional range. The song, composed by Bheems Ceciroleo and sung by Chinmayi Sripada, highlights the effortless chemistry between Sesh and Mrunal Thakur, setting the tone for a story of love, loss, and heartbreak.\r\nThe lyrics, penned by Bhaskarabhatla Ravikumar, trace a young man\'s all-consuming love for Juliet, brought vividly to life by Sesh and Mrunal\'s lived-in chemistry. The song\'s opening and closing lines raise intrigue about the events that led to the protagonist\'s imprisonment, making \"Rubaroo\" a turning page in the film\'s story.\r\nDacoit marks the debut directorial of Shaniel Deo and features Adivi Sesh in a mass and rugged character, uttering dialogues in Madanapalle slang. The film\'s cinematography is handled by Danush Bhaskar, with Gyaani providing the background score.\r\nProduced by Supriya Yarlagadda, with Suniel Narang as co-producer, and presented by Annapurna Studios, Dacoit is locked for release on April 10, 2026. If \"Rubaroo\" is any indication, the film promises to be an action entertainer with a difference, exploring themes of love, loss, and the fire that rises from heartbreak. With Adivi Sesh\'s track record of delivering pan-India hits, Dacoit is one to watch out for.

A Breezy First Single From Dacoit

Dacoit First Song Rubaroo A Tale of Love Loss and Heart Pain

Deepika Padukone who opted to walk out of Prabhas\' sci fi entertainer Kalki 2898 AD and Spirit, now walked out of another project. It is coming out that she decided not to do her most talked about project White Lotus.\r\nA source shares&nbsp; &ldquo;Auditions are a mandatory part of the casting process for The White Lotus. The makers were very keen on auditioning actors before signing them on. Deepika was not keen on auditioning, and that was the reason why the opportunity had to be passed.&rdquo;\r\nThe White Lotus is a black comedy-drama anthology&nbsp; directed by Mark White and it is an Emmy award winning series. The first season was shot in Hawaii, followed by Sicily for season two and Thailand for season three. The forthcoming chapter is expected to be set and filmed in France. The show revolves around the lives of guests and employees at a fictional luxury resort chain and has earned widespread acclaim, bagging 16 Primetime Emmy Awards and two Golden Globes.\r\nDeepika is currently busy with Allu Arjun\'s project with Atlee and Shah Rukh Khan\'s King.&nbsp;

Deepika leaves White Lotus

Deepika Padukone walks out of another project

Prabhas-Sandeep Vanga\'s Spirit is the cynosure of all eyes. The film is generating immense interest as Sandeep Vanga is known for his high octane action entertainers and powerful and macho portrayals of the protagonists.\r\nToday, Sandeep revealed the first look of Bollywood stars Vivek Oberoi who is playing an important role in the film. Sharing the first look, the makers posted \'And that&rsquo;s @vivekoberoi from #Spirit In Cinemas across the World on March 5th, 2027.#OneBadHabit @InSpiritMode\"\r\nVivek Oberoi looked sauve and stylish in the first look holding a sword with a swag. Even actress Aishwarya Desai is seen in the poster. The film stars Triptii Dimri as the female lead.\r\nHarshavadhan Rameshwar is the music director for the film which stars Prakash Raj, Kanchana in important roles. The film is bankrolled in a lavish manner on&nbsp; T-Series and Bhadrakali Pictures.&nbsp;

Vivek Oberoi look from Spirit out

Spirit - Vivek Oberoi makes a style statement

Aditi Bhatia, Ulka Gupta, and Aishwarya Ojha \'s The Kerala Story 2 directed by Kamakhya Narayan Singh got a breather from the Kerala High Court.\r\nThe court set aside the sSingle Bench order which issued a fortnight-long stay on its release permitting the screening if the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) issues a certificate stating that the alleged controversial portions in the film&rsquo;s teaser and trailer do not find mention in the film.\r\nThe makers described the film\'s intent with a statement: \"They targeted our daughters. They broke their trust. They stole their futures. This time, we do not stay silent. The story goes beyond. Is bar sahenge nahi... ladenge (sic).\" The trailer opened with the warning that if one doesn\'t fight India will become an Islamic State in the next 25 years.\r\nVipul Amrutlal Shah under Sunshine Pictures banner is producing the film which is the sequel to The Kerala Story directed by Sudipto Sen which starred&nbsp; Adah Sharma, Siddhi Idnani, Yogita Bihani and Sonia Balani in the lead roles in 2023.\r\n<div></div>

Kerala Story 2 gets a breather

The Kerala Story 2 gets relief from the High Court

TVK Chief, actor Vijay who is facing numerous problems on political and film fronts, now got a shock on his personal front.\r\nAccording to the latest, his wife filed a divorce case against him accusing him of infidelity. Sangeeta Sornalingam, and Vijay married in 1999 and now after 25 years, she filed a divorce case.\r\nShe claimed \"- Petitioner discovered in 2021 that Respondent was involved in an adulterous relationship with an actress.\"\r\nIn her petition she mentioned , \"- Respondent even after assuring to end relationship continued the adulterous relationship without remorse.\" These details are central to the grounds for divorce put forward by Sangeeta, as outlined under Section 27(1)(a) and 27(1)(d) of the Special Marriage Act.\r\nThe couple were blessed with children Jason Sanjay and Divya Shasha. The petition was submitted before the Chengalpattu family court, which has issued a notice directing Vijay to appear in person on April 20.\r\nRecommended Stories

 Vijay gets shock from his wife

Wife files divorce against Thalapathy Vijay

Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna made their first public appearance as husband and wife on February 27, 2026, a day after their intimate wedding in Udaipur. The newlyweds were spotted at the airport walking hand-in-hand, warmly greeting the media and fans who had gathered to congratulate them.\r\nThe couple, who tied the knot on February 26, 2026, looked radiant and full of joy during their airport walk. Rashmika wore a striking bright red outfit with elegant detailing, beautifully reflecting her bridal glow, while Vijay opted for a subtle grey-silver kurta-pyjama look.&nbsp;\r\nBoth waved to photographers with friendly smiles, offering namaste gestures and flying kisses to fans and media alike. This appearance marked the first time they were seen together in public since becoming husband and wife. Fans and paparazzi showered them with cheers and best wishes as they made their way through the terminal. The couple\'s wedding had been a close-knit affair attended by family and close friends, blending both traditional Telugu and Kodava customs.\r\nSocial media quickly lit up with photos and videos of the couple\'s airport moment, with fans expressing their delight and admiration for the pair\'s first post-wedding public outing. Kalyani Priyadarshan, who attended the wedding, shared an emotional note, praising the couple\'s love and commitment. Vijay\'s brother, Anand Deverakonda, also welcomed Rashmika into the family, calling her \"vadina\" (sister-in-law) and sharing a heartfelt post. The couple is expected to host a grand reception in Hyderabad on March 4, 2026.&nbsp;

Vijay Blow Flying Kisses To Paps 

Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna First Public Appearance as Husband and Wife

The poster of Ustaad Bhagat Singh featuring Pawan Kalyan in a striking hat avatar has set social media ablaze, with fans and cinema lovers celebrating the electrifying look. The overwhelming response proves the unmatched craze surrounding the film, with every piece of content released receiving an extraordinary response.

The teasers turned into a sensation, trending across platforms and creating unprecedented buzz. The songs &lsquo;Dekhlenge Saala&rsquo; and &lsquo;AURA of Ustaad&rsquo; have emerged as chartbusters, with Pawan Kalyan&rsquo;s swag and screen presence being widely celebrated. Each song has amplified the aura of the Power Star, striking a powerful chord with fans.

Directed by blockbuster filmmaker Harish Shankar, Ustaad Bhagat Singh is shaping up to be a complete entertainer. Rockstar Devi Sri Prasad is at his absolute best, delivering electrifying music that perfectly complements the film&rsquo;s high-voltage energy. The film is a Telugu remake of the Tamil hit Theri, with Pawan Kalyan playing a strong police officer.&nbsp;

The makers are now gearing up to release a power-packed 40-second glimpse from the film, promising to elevate the buzz even further. With expectations soaring sky-high and excitement building steadily, Ustaad Bhagat Singh is all set to redefine mass cinema once again. The film is slated for a grand release on March 26, 2026. Produced by Naveen Yerneni and Y.Ravi Shankar under Mythri Movie Makers, Ustaad Bhagat Singh boasts a star-studded cast, including Sreeleela, Raashii Khanna, and Parthiban.&nbsp;