What is happening with Mokshagna debut project. Ever since the debut of Balakrishna's son Mokshagna's debut project with Prashanth Varma of Hanu-Man fame got cancelled at the last minute, fans of Balakrishna got extremely disappointed and now people are left wondering as to what is happening with Mokshagna's debut project.
A source shares &ldquo;A few issues need to be ironed out, and Mokshagna wants more clarity before moving forward. As a result, the film is taking longer than expected to go on floors,&rdquo;
The source adds &ldquo;If the delays continue, Mokshagna may team up with another Telugu director for his maiden film. His father, Balakrishna, along with his mother and sisters, have given him complete freedom to choose his projects, and he is in no rush&mdash;he wants the perfect debut,&rdquo;
It has to be seen whether Prashanth Varma will be able to convince Mokshagna or Mokshagna will give green signal to another director.&nbsp;

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Mokshagna debut project in questionmark

What is happening with Mokshagna debut project

Jack to become a trilogy. Siddhu Jonnalagadda is coming to surprise all with his film Jack. The film which comes with a tagline Konchem Crack is releasing on 10 April 2025. Bommarillu Bhaskar directed the film and the makers are promoting the film in an extravagant manner.\r\nToday, the makers released the film\'s trailer which got good response from all quarters. In the meantime, speaking at the event, Bommarillu Bhaskar sprang a surprise on everyone. He said he has plans to turn Jack into a triology and also readied the story for the next two parts.\r\nHe also revealed the titles for the next two parts and they will be titled Jack Pro and Jack Pro Max. Now the question is whether Jack really requires a three part story and people are wondering whether Siddhu Jonnalgadda will be doing sequels and trilogies. It is known that he scored hit with Dj Tillu and Tillu Square.&nbsp;

Jack to become a trilogy

Jack maker sensational revelation

Sunny Deol praises Tollywood.Sunny Deol is getting ready to entertain movie lovers with his upcoming mass action entertainer Jaat. The film directed by Gopichand Malineni is slated for a grand release on 10 April 2025. This marks Gopichand Malineni's entry into Bollywood.

Sunny Deol speaking to scribes, took a class to Bollywood. He said The passion we once had for making cinema is somewhat lacking now. South filmmakers learned from us and moved forward. They have progressed technically and in every aspect. They are making films for the audience, not just for a selected group."

He added&nbsp; "Their cinema always reaches audiences everywhere. I don&rsquo;t know why we stopped doing that in the middle. There must be many reasons, I am sure." He shared "This means that somewhere, our creators, producers, writers, and directors no longer have the same passion and belief. Because belief is the story&mdash;it is the hero of the film, and the person who brings it to life is the director. If we believe in both these aspects, we should work accordingly."

Now, analysing Sunny Deol's talk, MS.Raju said "I heard his appreciation for Telugu directors, and we should feel proud, and I think Telugu directors are gaining respect for their hard work at last," He added "It was likely a spontaneous reaction. He wasn&rsquo;t undermining Bollywood directors but rather boosting the confidence of Gopichand, who is making his Bollywood debut, as well as the renowned production house Mythri Movie Makers,"

He added "I don&rsquo;t think he is against Bollywood directors&mdash;many of whom are highly talented&mdash;or even Tamil directors. However, it&rsquo;s undeniable that Telugu filmmakers have made a strong impact in Bollywood and the Hindi-speaking market with their action-packed storytelling over the last decade,"

He concludes saying "Telugu filmmakers excel at star-driven films while masterfully packaging their movies with stunning visuals, captivating songs, and high-energy action sequences. This has helped them attract non-Telugu audiences and elevate Telugu cinema, which was once considered &lsquo;regional.&rsquo; It&rsquo;s a time of celebration for Tollywood, but also a moment of responsibility for filmmakers to maintain these high standards and continue challenging directors from other industries"

Sunny Deol took class to Bollywood

Sunny Deol praises Tollywood

Nelson Dilip Kumar steps up gas for Jailer 2. Super Star Rajinikanth and Nelson Dilip Kumar scored a blockbuster in form of Jailer. Now all eyes are on the film\'s sequel Jailer 2. The film is progressing at a brisk pace and now he is surprising so with his speed.\r\nWhat is even more shocking his Super Star Rajinikanth is also showing his intent in the scorching summer heat. Rajinikanth already wrapped up Coolie under the direction of Lokesh Kanagaraj in just six months and he is concentrating on Jailer 2. It is coming out that the makers are planning to ready the first copy by this year end.&nbsp;\r\nCurrently the makers are erecting Extravagant sets in Athappadi , Kerala and the sets will be ready in four to five days.&nbsp;\r\nThe lengthy schedule will be non stop from 10 April and Nelson Dilip Kumar is planning to wrap&nbsp; Rajini\'s role in 15-20 days.\r\nAfter the Kerala schedule, the makers will shift to Chennai. The film stars Shiva Rajkumar, Mohanlal in powerful cameos and music is tuned by Anirudh Ravichander. Plans are on to release the film during Sankranti.&nbsp;

Jailer 2 speed surprises all

Nelson Dilip Kumar steps up gas for Jailer 2 

Salman Khan shocker about support. Bollywood superstar Salman Khan got a huge shock when his much anticipated film Sikandar directed by Murugadoss which released during Eid turned out to be a colossal disaster.\r\nEven the presence of National Crush Rashmika Mandanna considered lucky charm as she scored hits like Pushpa, Animal and Chhaava could save the film.\r\nIn the midst of all this, Salman Khan also came up with the shocking statement regarding support. He said &ldquo;Unko aisa lagta hoga ki zaroorat nahin padti mujhe. (Maybe they think that I don&rsquo;t need their support.)\" However, he quickly added, &ldquo;But, sabko zaroorat padti hai. (Everybody needs support, including me.)\"\r\nIt is known that none of the bollywood stars spoke about Sikandar ahead of the release and only Sunny Deol who is set to entertain with Jaat on 10th wished Salman Khan all the best for Sikandar. Earlier Ram Charan while promoting his Game Changer in Salman Khan\'s Bigg Boss wished him for Sikandar.&nbsp;

Even Superstar Seeks Support

Salman Khan shocker about support 

The Paradise&nbsp; makers shutsdown rumours. Natural Star Nani is starring in different genre and unique entertainers. His film The Paradise directed by Srikanth Odela is generating immense interest as Nani and Srikanth Odela earlier created a mass sensation with Dasara.\r\nThe film is slated for a grand release on 26 March 2026 and even as the film is progressing at a brisk pace, the makers got a huge shock when rumours spread that the film was stalled due to financial issues. Following this, the makers came up with the powerful retort.\r\nThey posted \"To all ðŸ¤¡s out there, you feed on us... because we let you do so.\r\n#TheParadise is rising in all its glory. Rest assured, it is on the right track. And you all will witness it soon.Meanwhile, keep feeding on us as much as you can. Because...\'Gajaraju nadiste..Gajji kukkalu arustayi..\'\r\nAs much as we are absorbing all the love, we are also observing all the baseless hate that is coming against us. We will take all the love and also the hate and convert all that into an ENERGY that will drive #TheParadise to be one of the greatest films to come out of TFI.\r\nTo all of those tweeters/feeders - Get Well soon you s :)And to all those who are rooting for us, all our departments are rigorously working in full swing to bring you all a new world.We will make a cinema we all will be proud of. Promise.\"\r\nAnirudh Ravichander is the music director for the film which is releasing in two parts.&nbsp;

Paradise makers shutsdown rumours

Rumous on The Paradise Makers rubbishes them

Prithviraj Sukumaran\'s L2: Empuraan has shattered all box office records in Malayalam cinema, becoming the highest-grossing Malayalam film ever with a massive Rs 250 crore worldwide haul. This beats the previous record of Manjummel Boys, which grossed Rs 225 crore globally. The film\'s success can be attributed to its record-breaking opening day, which saw it amass Rs 65 crore worldwide. L2: Empuraan crossed the Rs 100 crore mark within just two days and maintained its stunning run over seven days, crossing Rs 250 crore.\r\nThe film\'s international distribution rights were sold for a whopping Rs 30 crore, making it one of the most expensive Malayalam films in foreign markets. L2: Empuraan is a testament to Prithviraj Sukumaran\'s versatility as an actor-director, who has become the only actor-director in Malayalam cinema to achieve such a massive box office success. His 2024 releases, Aadujeevitham: The Goat Life and Guruvayoor Ambalanadayil, were also blockbusters.\r\nL2: Empuraan\'s success has been nothing short of phenomenal, with the film redefining success standards in Malayalam cinema. Despite receiving online backlash for its depiction of riots, the film has been re-censored and has released its re-edited version. The film underwent cuts or modifications in over 24 scenes, including the removal of actor Suresh Gopi\'s name from the thanks card.\r\nThe movie\'s plot revolves around Stephen Nedumpally, now known as Khureshi-Ab\'raam, who returns to a Kerala in crisis. With betrayals and unexpected twists, the battle between politics and hidden power leads to an intense showdown. L2: Empuraan\'s success is a testament to the film\'s engaging storyline and the talented cast, including Mohanlal, Manju Warrier, and Tovino Thomas.

Empuraan Creates History

Empuraan Creates History as the Highest-Grossing Malayalam Film

In a major breakthrough, Kerala Excise officials have arrested Tasleem Sultana, a key figure in the state's narcotics trade, after a three-month-long surveillance operation. Sultana, who has been identified as a major supplier of drugs from Chennai into Kerala, allegedly revealed during interrogation that prominent Malayalam film actors Shine Tom Chacko and Sreenath Bhasi were among her clients. Shine Tom Chacko is also familiar to Telugu audience with his roles in Daaku Maharaj and Robinhood.&nbsp;
The operation, which was carried out based on a tip-off, led to the seizure of hybrid ganja worth approximately Rs 2 crore in the open market. Sultana, who hails from Kannur, primarily operates from Chennai and has developed strong ties with the Malayalam film industry over the years. She has used her contacts to secure minor acting roles in a few films, which investigators suspect helped her establish relationships with actors who allegedly procured drugs from her.
Excise officials have confirmed that Chacko and Bhasi were named by Sultana, but they have remained tight-lipped about her other potential clients. Sultana's mobile phone has been confiscated, and officials are analyzing its data for more leads. This is not Sultana's first brush with the law, as she has a previous record of being arrested for her involvement in a sex racket.
With Sultana in custody, Excise officials have launched an elaborate probe to uncover the full extent of her operations. The investigation is likely to shed more light on the nexus between the narcotics trade and the Malayalam film industry. Meanwhile, actors Shine Tom Chacko and Sreenath Bhasi are likely to face scrutiny for their alleged involvement with Sultana.

Drug Peddler Named 2 Mallu Actors

Kerala Excise Officials Crack Down on Narcotics Trade 

The trailer of Jack, starring Siddhu Jonnalagadda, has finally been unveiled online. Directed by Bommarillu Bhaskar, this action-comedy drama features Vaishnavi Chaitanya in the female lead role. The story revolves around Jack, an agent from a private agency who is on a secret mission to track down and eliminate four terrorists. Meanwhile, an officer played by Prakash Raj is also on the same hunt, making the mission all the more gripping.

The 3-minute, 6-second trailer blends Siddhu's signature humor with high-octane action, keeping details about Vaishnavi's role under wraps while teasing a romantic track. The crisp editing, backed by an engaging background score, adds to the intrigue. With expectations soaring, all eyes are now on the film's box office performance. Backed by producer BVSN Prasad, Jack features music by Achu Rajamani, while Sricharan Pakala handles the background score.

Siddhu Jonnalagadda and Bommarillu Bhaskar have joined hands for the first time in the film Jack. The trailer, which was released, looks like a perfect fun ride. The trailer begins with the voice-over of Prakash Raj, who heads an investigation and is on a mission to catch a terrorist. The story then shifts to the city, where Siddhu is introduced as someone who is quirky and fun, in love with Vaishnavi Chaitanya. The trailer looks fun, in Siddhu Jonnalagadda's usual style, with quirky and hilarious dialogue.

Jack Trailer Unveiled

Siddhu Jonnalagadda Action Comedy Jack Trailer Unveiled

Southern star Nayanthara has arrived in Mumbai to join Yash for the shoot of their highly anticipated next film, \'Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups\'. Nayanthara was spotted at the Mumbai airport, exuding her signature style in a black co-ord set and sports shoes. She was accompanied by her twin boys Uyir and Ulag during her visit to the city. The \'Toxic\' team has been filming the drama extensively across multiple locations, including Mumbai, Goa, and Bengaluru.\r\nThe film boasts an impressive cast, including Kiara Advani, Darrell D\'Silva, and Akshay Oberoi, who will be making his South debut with the drama. \'Toxic\' is expected to be set against the backdrop of a bygone era, revolving around a powerful drug cartel in Goa. The movie is jointly produced by Venkat K. Narayana and Yash under KVN Productions and Monster Mind Creations. Slated to hit theatres on March 19, 2026, the film promises to be a must-watch rollercoaster of action and drama.\r\nIn other news, Nayanthara recently concluded the shoot for her forthcoming drama, \'Dear Students\'. To celebrate the occasion, she treated her fans to some behind-the-scenes footage from the film. The post gave a glimpse into the fun the team had while shooting \'Dear Students\'. Nayanthara expressed her gratitude to the cast, crew, and everyone involved in the project.\r\n\'Dear Students\' is helmed by Sandeep Kumar, in association with George Philip Roy, and stars Nayanthara and Nivin Pauly in the lead roles, along with Deepthi, Subatra Robert, and Kiran Konda as the supporting cast. With \'Toxic\' and \'Dear Students\' in the pipeline, Nayanthara is set to deliver some exciting performances in the coming year.

Nayanthara Joins Yash in Mumbai 

Nayanthara Joins Yash in Mumbai for Toxic Shoot

Director Sukumar recently revealed the real reason behind naming the hero\'s character Pushpa in the movie \'Pushpa\'. The film, which was a pan-India hit, created an industry record at the Indian box office with its sequel \'Pushpa 2: The Rule\'. Sukumar attended a Tamil awards ceremony where he shared some interesting facts about the movie. He revealed that the character\'s name was inspired by a real-life smuggler named Pushparaj, whom he interviewed while researching for a web series on red sandalwood smuggling.\r\nSukumar explained that Pushpa is typically a name given to women, but he thought it was unique and could work well for the hero\'s role. He believed that the name would connect with audiences across India, given its meaning as a flower. However, Sukumar joked that he named the character not after the flower, but after fire. The film\'s success can be attributed to Sukumar\'s direction and Allu Arjun\'s impressive performance as Pushpa.\r\nSukumar spoke about his journey as a director, revealing that he was inspired to become a director after watching Mani Ratnam\'s film \'Geetanjali\'. He also credited SJ Surya as a major influence in his career. Sukumar shared that he learned to understand shots and cuts by repeatedly watching the film \'Khushi\'. He worked as an assistant to editor Mohan in Chennai at the beginning of his career.\r\nWhen asked about his future plans, Sukumar named Thalapathy Vijay, Ajith Kumar, and Karthi as potential heroes he would like to work with in Tamil cinema. However, he remained tight-lipped about the possibility of a third installment in the \'Pushpa\' franchise, saying that he would know more about it in 2026.

Sukumar Inspired From Real Smuggler

Pushpa Is Named After Real Smuggler Reveals Sukumar

Disha Patani made a stunning appearance at the Vivienne Westwood show in Mumbai, wearing a dazzling evening gown that left everyone in awe. The actress, known for her impeccable fashion sense, looked like a million bucks in her white gold hued and heavily embellished gown. The sleeveless gown featured a square neckline and floor-sweeping length, adorned with tons of Swarovski crystals and diamond crystals along the neckline and armholes.

The gown's bow details added a touch of elegance, hugging Disha's figure perfectly. To complete her look, Disha accessorized with minimal diamond drop earrings and a stack of dainty white gold bracelets. Her signature salon-style waves with face-framing bangs added a glamorous touch to her overall appearance. Disha's makeup look was equally impressive, with a focus on enhancing her natural features.

Disha Patani's fashion sense is always on point, and her recent appearance at the Vivienne Westwood show was no exception. The actress has consistently proven herself to be a fashion icon, always pushing the boundaries of style and glamour. Whether she's walking the red carpet or making a public appearance, Disha always manages to turn heads with her impeccable fashion sense.

On the professional front, Disha Patani was last seen alongside Prabhas in the film Kalki, and with Suriya in Kanguva. Rumors suggest that she may reunite with Prabhas in his upcoming film Fauji in a crucial role. With her stunning fashion sense and Disha Patani is always in limelight with her glamour.