Prithviraj Sukumaran mother says Mohanlal aware of Empuraan story. Empuraan starring Mohanlal under Prithivraj Sukumaran landed in huge controvesy following the depiction of Abhimanyu Singh as Hindu fanatic. With everyone blaming Prithviraj Sukumaran, his mother Malika Sukumaran came up with the post saying Mohanlal was aware of the entire story.

She posted &ldquo;This is a mother's pain. There is no point in someone making fun of me for speaking openly about it. Neither Mohanlal nor the producers have said that Prithviraj cheated them. I don't think they will ever say that. Mohanlal is like my younger brother. I have known Lal since childhood. Mohanlal has praised my son on many occasions. But it is very sad that some people are trying to make my son a scapegoat without the knowledge of Lal or the producers. Director Prithviraj has not cheated anyone associated with this film or any film. He will never do so,&rdquo;

She added &ldquo;If you feel that there is any problem with the film Empuraan, then everyone in this group is responsible for it. They all read the script together. They all saw the scenes being shot together, and everyone agreed. If scenes needed to be edited during shooting, writer Murali Gopy was always willing to do so... then how can Prithviraj be solely responsible for it when everything was finalized and the film was released?&rdquo;

She continued&nbsp; &ldquo;I want to make it clear that there is not a single shot in Empuraan that neither of them (Mohanlal or the producers) knew about. There is nothing in this film that Mohanlal does not know. Neither of them would say that they were unaware of anything in the film,&rdquo;

Earlier, director Major Ravi claimed that Mohanlal did not watch the preview and was unaware of the scenes in the film. He added that Mohanlal was not at the editing or scripting decisions and even was not involved in the scenes depicting communal violence.

He said "I received many calls from my friends in the Army, expressing their anger. They want Mohanlal&rsquo;s Lieutenant Colonel rank to be revoked. But I request you all not to mix his rank with this issue. He has done nothing wrong in this movie while wearing an Army uniform".

Mohanlal even apologised to everyone for the scenes saying "I have come to know that some of the political and social themes that have come into play in the film Empuran, the second part of the Lucifer franchise, have caused great distress to many of my loved ones. As an artiste it is my duty to ensure that none of my films harbors hatred towards any political movement, ideology or sect."

He added "responsibility lies with all of us behind the film". Therefore, the Empuran team and I are deeply sorry for the distress caused to my loved ones, and with the realization that the responsibility lies with all of us behind the film, we have decided together to remove such subjects from the film,"

He said "I have lived my film career as one of you for the last four decades. Your love and faith is my only strength. I believe there is no Mohanlal who is more than that...With love, Mohanlal #L2E #Empuraan,"

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Prithviraj became the scapegoat

Prithviraj Sukumaran mother says Mohanlal aware of Empuraan story

Extravagant sets erected for Akhanda Thaandavam action blocks. Natasimha Balakrishna is currently busy with his upcoming action entertainer Akhanda Thaandavam. The film directed by Boyapati Srinu is progressing in full swing. Now reports are coming that the makers are erectign extravagant sets in Annapurna Studios.\r\nInside talk is the makers will be shooting high octane intense action scene in the backdrop of these sets. Balakrishna will be participating in the set from next week. Buzz is this action sequence will be the highlight in the film.\r\nExpectations are high on this film as it happens to be the sequel to the blockbuster film Akhanda. Aadi Pinisetty is the antagonist in the film while rumours have it that Bollywood beauty Vidya Balan will be playing the role of the female lead.\r\nThaman is the music director for the film which is releasing on 28 September across the world at Pan India level.&nbsp;

Extravagant sets erected for A2

Akhanda Thaandavam braces for high octane action blocks

Icon Star Allu Arjun and brilliant director Sukumar are a sensational combo that has delivered blockbusters like Pushpa and Pushpa-2, gaining worldwide recognition. Before these massive hits, this dynamic duo worked together on Arya and its sequel, Arya-2, which became a sensational love story when it was released in 2009.&nbsp;\r\nWith Allu Arjun\'s phenomenal performance, Devi Sri Prasad\'s sensational music, and Sukumar\'s brilliant screenplay, Arya-2 remains one of the most beloved films among fans and audiences. The makers have now officially announced that Arya-2 will hit the big screens once again on April 5, amidst the growing trend of re-releases. This exciting news has thrilled fans who have been eagerly waiting for its re-release.&nbsp;\r\nProduced under the Aditya Arts banner, Arya-2 was presented by BVSN Prasad and produced by Aditya Babu. The film also stars Navdeep and Kajal Aggarwal in key roles. After nearly 15 years, Arya-2 is making a grand comeback to theaters, giving fans another chance to experience the magic of this film.\r\nArya-2\'s re-release is a testament to the film\'s enduring popularity and the timeless appeal of Allu Arjun and Sukumar\'s collaboration. Fans are eagerly waiting to relive the memories of this iconic film, which has become a cult classic over the years. With its re-release, Arya-2 is expected to attract a new generation of fans who have grown up watching Allu Arjun\'s films.

Arya 2 Revisiting Theatres

Allu Arjun and Sukumar Arya 2 Re Release

The makers of Tamil Star Hero Ajith Kumar\'s upcoming film, Good Bad Ugly, have unveiled the second single from the movie, titled \'God Bless U\'. Composed by GV Prakash Kumar, the folk song features vocals by singer-composer Anirudh Ravichander and rapper Paal Dabba. The video, released by Mythri Movie Makers, also shows Ajith shaking a leg in the song, sporting several attires, including a bandana.&nbsp;\r\n\'God Bless U\' has lyrics written by Rokesh, who earlier wrote Ajith-Anirudh\'s \'Aaluma Doluma\' from Vedalam and \'I Love You Di\' in Adhik-GV Prakash\'s Mark Antony. The song is filled with beats and electrifying vocals. Earlier, the makers released the first single of the film, titled \'OG Sambavam\', a high-octane number that celebrated the superstar.&nbsp;\r\nGood Bad Ugly features Trisha as the female lead, marking her second collaboration with Ajith after Magizh Thirumeni\'s Vidaa Muyarchi. The film\'s cast also includes Prabhu, Prasanna, Arjun Das, Shine Tom Chacko, Sunil, Rahul Dev, and Yogi Babu. Abinandhan Ramanujam serves as the cinematographer, while Vijay Velukutty is on board as the editor.\r\nGood Bad Ugly is currently slated for release on April 10th worldwide. The film has high expectations riding on it, especially after Ajith\'s recent film, Vidaamuyarchi, did not fare well at the box office. However, the content released so far, including the teaser and songs, has looked impressive, and the trailer is expected to take the hype further ahead. Produced by Naveen Yerneni and Y Ravi Shankar under the Mythri Movie Makers banner.

Electrifying 2nd Single From GBU

Ajith Kumar Good Bad Ugly Second Single God Bless U Unveiled

Charming Star Sharwanand is all set to start his first-ever Pan India project, #Sharwa38, directed by Sampath Nandi. This collaboration marks a unique journey for both the actor and director as they bring an ambitious action drama to life. The film will be produced by KK Radhamohan under Sri Sathya Sai Arts banner, and will be presented by Lakshmi Radhamohan.&nbsp;\r\nSet in the late 1960s on the North Telangana-Maharashtra border, #Sharwa38 promises to transport audiences to an era seldom explored on the Indian screen. The film will delve into a high-stakes period action drama, where survival is dictated by bloodshed in a world governed by fear. The storyline takes place in a rural backdrop that has been recreated to capture the essence of the time and place.&nbsp;\r\nTo ensure Sharwa\'s character stands out, the team has enlisted the expertise of Bollywood stylists Aalim Hakim and Pattanam Rasheed. Sharwa\'s makeover is already creating buzz, and the results are visible in the latest image, where the actor showcases his new, bold hairdo in a back pose that reflects the film\'s 1960s period style.\r\n#Sharwa38, has Soundar Rajan S handling cinematography, while music will be composed by&nbsp; Bheems Ceciroleo. Kiran Kumar Manne is the art director. The film\'s regular shoot commences from April, and it will be released in multiple languages, including Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam, and Hindi.

Pan India Project Sharwa 38 Begins

Sharwanand To Sport Bold Look For Sharwa 38

Kannada cinema\'s top composer Arjun Janya has unveiled the first teaser of his directorial debut, 45, on the occasion of Ugadi. The film stars Shivarajkumar, Upendra, and Raj B Shetty in the lead and is set to hit theaters on August 15, 2025. While the choice of cast had already generated a great buzz, the teaser has taken excitement and intrigue to new heights. Arjun has revealed precious little about the film, but the color palette he\'s chosen for the three leads is integral to the narrative.\r\nThe teaser showcases stunning visuals, including VFX shots done by a Canada-based firm. The film\'s title, 45, comes from the fact that the story spans a 45-day time period. Arjun has blended contemporary storytelling with the philosophical essence of Sanatana Dharma, merging mythology with modernity without being preachy. Entertainment remains the buzzword, he emphasized. The idea behind the teaser was to create intrigue, and on that count, Arjun has succeeded.\r\n45 is a film that Shivarajkumar had wrapped up before leaving for the US for his cancer treatment last year. Despite the delay, the film is now ready to hit theaters in August. With about 40% of the visuals involving VFX work, the film promises to be a visual treat. The film will be released in Kannada, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Hindi, making it a pan-Indian release.\r\nAs the release date approaches, fans are eagerly waiting to experience the magic of 45 on the big screen. With its unique blend of philosophy and entertainment, the film promises to be a unique film in Kannada cinema.&nbsp;\r\n&nbsp;\r\n&nbsp;

45 Teaser Generates Buzz

Arjun Janya Directorial Debut 45 Teaser Is Out

The classic science fiction film Aditya 369, starring Nandamuri Balakrishna and produced by Sivalenka Krishna Prasad under Sridevi Movies, is all set to make a comeback on the big screen on April 4th.\r\nAditya 369 holds the distinction of being the first Indian film based on the concept of time travel. Directed by Singeetam Srinivasa Rao and presented by S.P. Balasubrahmanyam, the film originally released in 1991 and became a sensational hit. Now, after 34 years, the film is being re-released with advanced 4K digitization and 5.1 surround sound for a richer experience. Ahead of its release, a grand pre-release event was held in Hyderabad on the occasion of Ugadi.\r\nAt the beginning of the event, a dialogue of NBK about the Ugadi festival from the movie was showcased, fans enthusiastically chanted \"Jai Balayya!\"\r\nDirector Singeetam participated in the event digitally from Chennai. He highlighted the significance of Balakrishna&rsquo;s portrayal of Sri Krishnadevaraya in the film. He recalled the legendary actor N.T. Rama Rao had previously portrayed the real-life character, and he himself had worked on the film Mahamantri Timmarusu, writing an initial version of the script for Pingali Nagendra Rao. He shared that back in those days, he was often asked to draft the first versions of scripts, and he was deeply involved in the Timmarusu script. The veteran expressed his admiration for the character. When considering who could play the role in the present day, only one name came to his mind - Balakrishna. He firmly believed that if anyone could match NTR\'s performance, it was Balakrishna. Everything fell into place quickly. \"There was no one else then, nor is there anyone now, who could portray Sri Krishnadevaraya as effectively as Balakrishna,\" Singeetam said. Singeetam Srinivasa Rao also acknowledged the contribution of producer Sivalenka Krishna Prasad. He mentioned that when big producers were hesitant to take up the project, Krishna Prasad stepped forward with confidence, believing in the film&rsquo;s potential. He credited Krishna Prasad with playing a significant role in bringing the project to life. Finally, he expressed his joy at seeing the film being re-released with modern enhancements, saying it was a moment of great happiness for him.\r\nThe trailer for the re-release of Aditya 369 was launched by directors Bobby Kolli and Anil Ravipudi. Bobby reminisced about watching Aditya 369 as a child when he was in the 4th or 5th grade in Guntur. He expressed gratitude to Krishna Prasad for bringing the film back to theaters and appreciated the effort to introduce it to a new generation. He also revealed that the character Dacoit Maharaj from his film with Balakrishna was inspired by Aditya 369. He expressed confidence that the film would be a massive success once again with its re-release.\r\nDirector Anil Ravipudi said, \"I watched this movie at the Addanki Srirama Theater when I was 9 years old. I was deeply attracted to the film just by looking at its wall poster. Watching the movie felt like stepping into another world. Bringing this classic film from print to digital is incredible. Preserving such films is essential. As Balakrishna Garu said, this is not a re-release but a pre-release. Before Akhanda 2 arrives on the big screen, this movie will be a blockbuster. Our generation was fortunate to watch this film back then. Parents should give this generation the same opportunity. Elders must show this film to their children because it carries so many valuable lessons. This weekend, take all the kids to the theaters and let them experience this masterpiece. Watching Balakrishna Garu and this film will mesmerize today&rsquo;s generation as well. Back then, watching this movie itself was a blessing, and now, being part of this event is another great fortune.\"\r\nActor Babu Mohan said, \"Being with Balakrishna never felt like shooting for a movie; it always felt like going out to play. His portrayal of both roles in this film is beyond description. This movie carries the essence of my god, N.T. Rama Rao Garu. Watching the fight sequences being filmed was an incredible experience. Both characters were mesmerizing on screen. We must appreciate the courage of producer Krishna Prasad Garu for making this film. Director Singeetam Garu created a masterpiece. No matter how much we talk about this movie, there will always be more to say. Generations to come will continue to watch this film as if it were a brand-new release.\"\r\nSridevi Movies head Sivalenka Krishna Prasad said, \"At that time, I had only produced Chinnodu-Peddodu. S.P. Balasubrahmanyam Garu often encouraged me to make a great film. A few days later, he suggested I meet Singeetam Garu, saying he had an incredible story. When I met Singeetam Garu, he narrated the story for about half an hour. He also recommended a few films to watch. I found the concept thrilling but admitted that I didn&rsquo;t fully grasp it. That&rsquo;s when Balasubrahmanyam Garu told me, \'Make this film. As a producer, you will be remembered for decades. Trust me.\' Singeetam Garu insisted that this movie could only be made with Nandamuri Balakrishna. With the support of Devi Varaprasad Garu, we met the actor. At that time, he was doing only full-fledged commercial films. But the moment we narrated the story, he immediately said, \'This is amazing! I&rsquo;m doing it.\' At just 30 years old, for Balakrishna Garu to accept such a unique and classic story was truly remarkable. Producing this film was the fortune of my past life. From the moment the project began, it felt like a festival. The entire industry was talking about this film. Many eminent personalities visited the sets to watch the shoot. No matter how many films I produce, the honor Aditya 369 brought me continues to guide me. It was my privilege to produce this film. I will forever be indebted to S.P. Balasubrahmanyam Garu, director Singeetam Garu, and Nandamuri Balakrishna Garu. Balakrishna Garu worked incredibly hard for this movie, dedicating himself completely.&nbsp; Now, after all these years, re-releasing Aditya 369 brings me immense joy.\"\r\nActor Nandamuri Balakrishna said, \"That was a time when I was actively exploring diversity in my filmography and variations in my characters. My father, my guru, my god, and the reason for my existence&mdash;Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao Garu&mdash;set a commercial trend and demonstrated to the world what true acting is. He played numerous diverse roles. Even when he was doing glamorous roles, he took on a de-glamorized character in Raju-Peda. Inspired by him, I portrayed a highly de-glamorized role in Bhairava Dweepam. For my portrayal of Sri Krishnadevaraya in Aditya 369, my father was my inspiration. When Singeetam Garu, Krishna Prasad Garu, and Balasubrahmanyam Garu approached me with this unique concept, I immediately agreed. I encouraged them, believing it would turn out to be a great film. The variation in the two characters that I played was only possible when you truly immerse yourself in the soul of each character.\r\nHe further said, \"I had watched the film Singeetam Srinivasa Rao had directed before. It was a joy for me to work under his direction on a film with such a unique concept. I don&rsquo;t consider this a re-release; I see it as a brand-new film. That&rsquo;s why I call this event a pre-release function, not a re-release function. Even today&rsquo;s youth will love this movie. On April 4th, something extraordinary is going to happen. This film is going to receive an overwhelming response from the audience. Families will come to the theaters with their children to watch it. This movie will continue to be watched by generations. People are now realizing the power of Aditya 369, and the Indian film industry is talking about it once again. Only one surviving print of this film was found. The team at Prasad Labs worked tirelessly for eight months, sacrificing sleep and comfort, to restore it. Aditya 369 belongs to the league of classics like Sri Krishna Pandaveeyam and Dana Veera Soora Karna. This generation of viewers, as well as future generations, will continue to watch this film. Sivalenka Krishna Prasad Garu put in immense effort and resources to bring this film to life. I am deeply grateful to him and Singeetam Garu for making such a film with me. Above all, I will forever be indebted to S.P. Balasubrahmanyam Garu, who was the backbone of this project. The film was elevated to greatness by Ilaiyaraaja&rsquo;s music, the cinematography of P.C. Sreeram, V.S.R. Swamy, and Kabir Lal, along with the performances of the cast and the expertise of the technical team. I am also excited to announce that the sequel to this film will begin soon.\" Balakrishna ended the speech with Ugadi greetings to the public.

 Aditya 369 Re-release Event

 Aditya 369 Re-release Highlights 

Samantha\'s production house, Tra La La Moving Pictures, has officially dropped the teaser for their debut production, \"Subham,\" a comedy horror film that promises to deliver a thrilling laugh riot. Combining humor, horror, and intrigue, the film is poised to captivate audiences with its unique storytelling and relatable situations.&nbsp;\r\n\"Subham\" features an ensemble cast of talented young actors, including Harshith Reddy, Gavireddy Srinivas, Charan Peri, Shriya Kontham, Shravani Lakshmi, Shalini Kondepudi, and Vamshidhar Goud, whose promising performances bring the story to life. Adding to the excitement is the fabulous music composed by Vivek Sagar, which sets the tone for this summer release.\r\nSamantha expressed her enthusiasm about the project, stating, \"I\'m incredibly excited for audiences to experience everyone\'s hard work. \'Subham\' is a labor of love, and we can\'t wait to share it with you.\" The film\'s crew includes director Praveen Kandregula, story by Vasanth Maringanti, editing by Dharmendra Kakarala, and cinematography by Mridul Sujit Sen.\r\n\"Subham\" is a comedy horror film that promises to deliver a unique blend of thrills and laughs. The film\'s teaser has already generated excitement among audiences. With Subham, Samantha\'s Tra La La Moving Pictures kickstarted their journey in movie production.&nbsp;

Teaser Of Samantha First Production

Samantha Tra La La Moving Pictures Unveils Teaser for Subham

Telugu people celebrated Ugadi yesterday and movie lovers had double treat as apart from their celebrations, the makers of their heroes films delighted them by coming up with crazy update.

In the meantime, Mega fans had triple delight. The makers of Ram Charan's upcoming project Peddi came up with a new poster and also revealed when the glimpse will be revealed. The glimpse will be revealed on Sriramanavami in April.

Apart from that Chiranjeevi's new project with Anil Ravipudi was launched traditionally. Now much to the delight of everyone, the pictures of Ram Charan's daughter Klinkaara celebrating Ugadi are going viral. This turns out to be Klinkaara's first Ugadi.

Ram Charan's mother Sureka was with Klinkaara and Klinkaara is seen in a beautiful pink frock.However it was ensured that her face will not be visible to anyone.

It is known that Ram Charan made it clear that he will share the pictures of her daughter only after Klinkaara calls him 'Naanna'.

Klin Kaara celebrates Ugadi

Klinkaara celebrates her Ugadi

Allari Naresh who is known for his hilarious entertainers long before changed his track and is doing different genre entertainers. He is starring in a horror flick titled 12 A Railway Colony.\r\nThe makers on the Ugadi day released the new poster and it showed Naresh and female lead Kamakshi Bhaskarla strike a romantic pose. The film is directed by Nani Kasaragadda while the story is penned by Dr. Anil Vishwanath.\r\nThe teaser got good response from the movie lovers increasing the expectations among movie lovers. Bheems Ceciroleo\' is the music director while the cinematography is taken care of by Khusender Ramesh Reddy.\r\nSai Kumar, Viva Harsha are starring in important roles in the film which is produced by Srinivasaa Chitturi on Srinivasaa Silver Screen banner. Naresh is pinning his hopes on this film as his previous films failed to make an impact.&nbsp;\r\n<div></div>

12A Railway Colony Ugadi poster

12 A Railway Colony - Naresh Kamakshi turn Ugadi romantic

NTR reveals his favourite spots and dishes. NTR flew to Japan and promoted the release of his film Devara Part 1 Japanese version on 28 March 2025.

He delighted fans by entertaining and interacting with them. Speaking to scribes, NTR shared his favourite dishes and restaurants in Hyderabad. He said "This amazing place is owned by my good friend Naga Chaitanya, who happens to be an actor himself. Shoyu serves incredible Japanese food, and they have the best sushi in town. It&rsquo;s my go-to spot for Japanese cuisine in Hyderabad, and it has truly introduced international flavors to the city,"

NTR on the professional front is busy with his Bollywood multi starrer War 2 in which he is sharing screen presence with Hrithik Roshan and is helmed by Ayan Mukherjee.

Apart from it, he is also starring in the direction of Prashanth Neel and buzz is the project will be titled Dragon. Inside talk is the makers are planning to rope in Rukmini Vasanth as the female lead.

Young Tiger shares his tastes

NTR reveals his favourite spots and dishes

Spirit to have a blast in Mexico. Telugu people across the world are celebrating the New Year Ugadi, and on the occasion, the makers of various films are delighting movie lovers by coming up with interesting and exciting updates.\r\nPan India Star Prabhas is starring in numerous films. The most awaited and talked project is Spirit with Sandeep Reddy Vanga. On the festival, Sandeep Vanga came up with a crazy and exciting update. He revealed that he and his team is currently in Mexico and the most of the film would be shot in the country.\r\nThe makers will be visiting Mexico again to finalise the locations. Prabhas will be seen in the role of a powerful police officer in the film and rumours are coming that the makers are planning to rope in Deepika Padukone as the female lead.\r\nThe music for the film is tuned by Harshavardhan Rameshwar and Bhadrakali Pictures and T-Series are bankrolling the project in a lavish manner.&nbsp;