Akhil Akkineni\'s career has been marred by setbacks since his debut with Akhil. Despite his aspirations to become an action hero, his initial films failed to impress audiences. His father, Nagarjuna, took the reins and produced Hello, which, although a soulful love story, lacked the slick action Akhil had envisioned. Subsequent films like Mr. Majnu and Agent also failed to make a significant impact. However, with the success of Most Eligible Bachelor, Akhil seems to have found his footing.\r\nAkhil has now begun working on his next film, Lenin, directed by Murali Krishna Abburu, which boasts a Rayalaseema backdrop and features Srileela as the heroine. Additionally, another project has been finalized, with Nandu at the helm, and is reportedly a rural action drama. Akhil is reportedly working on his diction and appearance to fit the role. Krithi Shetty is said to be in contention for the leading lady role, and the film is expected to be completed in one long schedule.\r\nAkhil\'s team is targeting a big festival release for the rural action drama, drawing inspiration from the success of Soggade Chinni Nayana and Bangarraju during the Sankranti festival. For now, script work and pre-production are underway simultaneously to give Akhil the big break he desperately needs.\r\nWith a renewed focus on his craft and a strategic approach to his projects, Akhil Akkineni is poised to revive his career and make a lasting impact on the film industry. His upcoming films, Lenin and the untitled rural action drama, are eagerly anticipated, and fans are hoping that these projects will mark a turning point in his career.

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Akhil Lining Up Interesting Project

Akhil Next Project Is A Rural Drama

Pawan Kalyan\'s fans have been eagerly waiting for his upcoming film OG, but the actor\'s busy schedule as Deputy CM of Andhra Pradesh has caused significant delays. Despite his requests for patience, fans continue to express their anticipation at every public function. However, there\'s a glimmer of hope, as insider reports suggest that the film might release this year.\r\nAccording to sources, the makers have requested Pawan Kalyan\'s dates and received confirmation that he will be available in May and June. With only 25 days of shooting left, the team is eager to wrap up production and plan the release. If everything falls into place, the film is expected to hit theaters in September 2025. Initially, the release was planned for September 27, 2023, but due to unforeseen political developments, it was postponed.\r\nThe film, directed by Sujeeth, boasts an impressive cast, including Priyanka Mohan, Emran Hashmi, and Pawan Kalyan in leading roles. DVV Danayya is producing the film, which has generated significant buzz among fans. Pawan Kalyan\'s fans are eagerly awaiting his return to the big screen, and this film is expected to be a major milestone in his career.\r\nAs the release date approaches, fans can expect more updates and promotions. With Pawan Kalyan\'s dedication to his craft and his commitment to completing the film, it\'s likely that the wait will be worth it. Meanwhile, Pawan Kalyan\'s Hari Hara Veera Mallu will hit the screens as summer special on May 9.&nbsp;

OG Locks Release Window

Pawan Kalyan OG To Release In September

The highly successful film \"Return of the Dragon\" (released in Tamil as \"Dragon\"), starring Pradeep Ranganathan, Anupama Parameswaran, and Kayadu Lohar, is set to make its OTT debut. Directed by Ashwath Marimuthu, the movie will be available on Netflix in Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, Kannada, and Hindi from March 21. This news has been eagerly awaited by fans, and the OTT release will allow a wider audience to enjoy the film.\r\nThe movie tells the story of Raghavan, a studious and shy individual who transforms into a \"bad boy\" named Dragon to win over the love of his life, Keerthi. As Dragon, he becomes a changed person, but eventually, Keerthi marries another man, thinking Dragon is not the right person for her. The story takes a comedic turn as Dragon grows up and gets engaged to Pallavi, the daughter of a wealthy family. However, things take a complicated turn when the college principal, Mohan Babu, discovers Dragon\'s fake certificate.\r\n\"Return of the Dragon\" is a comedy film that keeps viewers engaged with its unpredictable storyline. The movie also conveys a good message, making it a must-watch for audiences. With its successful theatrical run, the film is expected to perform well on OTT platforms. Fans of Pradeep Ranganathan and Anupama Parameswaran are eagerly awaiting the film\'s OTT release, and the movie is likely to attract new viewers as well.\r\nThe OTT release of \"Return of the Dragon\" on Netflix is expected to be a significant event, given the film\'s popularity in theaters. With its unique storyline, comedic elements, and good message, the movie is likely to resonate with audiences on OTT platforms. Mark your calendars for March 21 to catch this entertaining film on Netflix.

Dragon OTT Release Date Announced

Return Of The Dragon To Stream On Netflix 

The Manchu family has been embroiled in a public dispute, with differences between Mohan Babu\'s sons, Vishnu and Manoj, making headlines. In this context, the news of Manoj\'s upcoming film, Bhairavam, releasing on the same day as Vishnu\'s dream project, Kannappa, has sparked interest. Kannappa, produced by Mohan Babu on a huge budget, is set to release on April 25 and features Prabhas, Akshay Kumar, and Mohanlal in key roles. Vishnu has high hopes for the film, especially with the Prabhas brand attached to it.\r\nHowever, Manoj\'s Bhairavam, a remake of the Tamil movie Garudan, is also gearing up for release on April 25. Directed by Vijay Kanakamedala and produced by Sri Sathya Sai Arts, Bhairavam stars Manoj alongside Bellamkonda Srinivas and Nara Rohit. If both films release on the same day, it will be a box office war between the two brothers. The results of these films are crucial for Vishnu and Manoj, with Vishnu\'s Kannappa being a dream project and Manoj\'s Bhairavam marking his return to the audience after seven years.\r\nThe Manchu brothers\' box office war has been making headlines, with both films generating significant interest. While Vishnu\'s Kannappa boasts a star-studded cast and a huge budget, Manoj\'s Bhairavam has the advantage of being a remake of a successful Tamil film. The outcome of this box office war will be crucial for both brothers, with their careers and reputations at stake.\r\nAs the release date approaches, audience are eagerly waiting to see which film will come out on top. Will Vishnu\'s Kannappa, with its star-studded cast and huge budget, emerge victorious, or will Manoj\'s Bhairavam, with its successful Tamil remake and Manoj\'s return to the audience, surprise everyone? The Manchu brothers\' box office war is set to be an exciting and closely watched contest.

Manchu Brothers Box Office War

Vishnu Kannappa vs Manoj Bhairavam

Prabhas\'s mythological science fiction film, Kalki 2898 AD, was a massive blockbuster, collecting over Rs. 1000 crores worldwide. The film\'s success was a testament to the talented cast and crew, including director Nag Ashwin and producer Vyjayanthi Movies. Before its release, it was announced that a second part would follow, leaving fans eagerly awaiting updates on Kalki-2.\r\nAs Prabhas has several films lined up, including The Raja Saab, Fauji, Spirit, Salar-2, and Prashanth Varma\'s project, fans have been wondering if he will have enough time to devote to Kalki-2. Director Nag Ashwin recently addressed these concerns at a press meet, where he revealed that preparations for Kalki-2 are currently underway. Ashwin confirmed that the film is likely to start by the end of this year, much to the excitement of fans.\r\nNag Ashwin also shared some exciting details about Prabhas\'s role in Kalki-2. According to Ashwin, Prabhas\'s role will be more prominent in the second part, with a deeper focus on the characters of Bhairava and Karna, both played by Prabhas. The first part of the film set up the Mahabharata and other key roles, and the second part will delve deeper into these characters, promising an even more epic and thrilling experience for fans.\r\nWith Nag Ashwin\'s confirmation that Kalki-2 is in the works and set to start by the end of the year, fans can finally breathe a sigh of relief. The anticipation for the film\'s release is building up, and with Prabhas\'s increased role in the second part, it\'s clear that Kalki-2 is going to be a feast for Rebel fans.

A Deeper Dive into Prabhas Role in Kalki2

Nag Ashwin Reveals Exciting Details About Prabhas Kalki 2

MAD Square is the most awaited sequel in Tollywood. The film directed by Kalyan Shankar is racing for a spectacular release on 28 March 2025. The film is the sequel to the hit film MAD which starred Narne Nithiin, Sangeeth Shobhan, Ram Nithin in the lead roles.\r\nThe film\'s promotions are impressing the genex movie lovers and today the makers released the song Vaccharoi The song is tuned by Bheems Ceciroleo and is sung in an energetic manner by Bheems. The foot tapping beat is driving all the masses crazy and they are expecting more from the makers on the big screen.\r\nThe song has been shot in the colorful manner in the backdrop of extravagantly laid lavish sets and the lyrics are penned by KV.Anudeep. The song is well choreographed and at once connected chords with the viewers. Earlier the two songs Laddu Gaani Pelli and Swathi Reddy turned out to be instant hits.\r\nReba Monica John is doing a special song in the film which&nbsp; stars Damodhar, Subhalekha Sudhakar, Muralidhar Goud and Priyanka Jawalkar in key roles.

Vaccharoi from MAD Square released

MAD Square - Vaccharoi gives mass feast

SSMB29 is the most awaited project across the world as this happens to be Rajamouli\'s first after the sensation he created with his magnum opus RRR. It is known that the film\'s song Naatu Naatu went on to win the oscars.\r\nMahesh Babu and Rajamouli are collaborating for the first time for SSMB29 and the film\'s shoot is progressing at a brisk pace. The film stars global beauty Priyanka Chopra as the female lead while Prithviraj Sukumaran in a key role. Now speculation is increasing on Priyanka\'s role in the film.\r\nBuzz is Rajamouli designed Priyanka\'s role with a surprising twist. Buzz is Priyanka Chopra will be seen in a negative role and in a stunning update she will be seen romancing not Mahesh Babu but Prithviraj Sukumaran.\r\nThe film\'s music is tuned by Keeravani and the makers are planning to release the film in two parts, first in 2027 and second in 2029.&nbsp;\r\n<div></div>

Speculation on Priyanka role in SSMB29

Priyanka role to  come with a surprise in SSMB29

Ialayaraja is renowned for his reverberating tunes and captivating music and he recently made his debut with symphony&nbsp; debut Valiant on 9 March 2025 and in the process became the first Indian to do so. After he returned back to India, he met PM Modi and shared his experience.

The snaps of Ilayaraja with PM Modi are now going viral on socialmedia. Ilayaraja shared his feelings, posting&nbsp; "A memorable meeting with Hon&rsquo;ble PM Shri @narendramodi ji We spoke about many things, including my Symphony &ldquo;Valiant&rdquo;. Humbled by his appreciation and support. @OneMercuri (sic)."

Earlier on his return, Ilayaraja met Tamil Nadu CM Stalin. Sharing the video, CM Stalin posted "The musician @ilaiyaraaja, who has returned from a record-breaking trip to London #Symphony, met me in person to thank me [for my wishes]. On behalf of the government, we have decided to celebrate his half-century journey in film music! This festival will be celebrated with the participation of fans living in the Raja's music kingdom (sic)!"

Isaignani meets PM Modi

Ilayaraja meets PM Modi after symphony

Tamannaah Bhatia has been cast as the female lead in the upcoming film Ranger, and details about her character have been revealed. According to a source close to the development, Bhatia\'s character has a storyline of redemption, making it a well-crafted role with a significant arc. The actress is reportedly excited to embark on this journey with the team of Ranger and has already started work on the film on a personal level. Bhatia has also undergone multiple script reading sessions with the film\'s director, Jagan.\r\nRanger promises to deliver a unique jungle adventure experience, complete with breathtaking visuals and cutting-edge technology. The film will follow the story of Ranger Singh, a forest officer played by Ajay Devgn, who is determined to fight against animal poaching. Throughout the year, the film will be shot in several schedules, with Devgn using novel practices to create something different. As an actor passionate about technology, Devgn is expected to bring a unique perspective to the film.\r\nThe addition of Tamannaah Bhatia to the cast of Ranger is expected to bring a new dimension to the film. With her character\'s storyline of redemption, Bhatia is likely to deliver a powerful performance. The film\'s focus on animal poaching and conservation is also expected to resonate with audiences. With its unique blend of action, adventure, and social awareness, Ranger is shaping up to be a must-watch film.\r\nAs the film\'s shooting schedules progress throughout the year, fans can expect to see more updates and sneak peeks into the world of Ranger. With its talented cast, cutting-edge technology, and important social message, Ranger is poised to deliver a thrilling and thought-provoking cinematic experience.\r\n<div></div>

Tamannaah Joins Ranger

Tamannaah Is onboard For Ajay Devgn And Sanjay Dutt Ranger

Prabhas\' The Raja Saab directed by Maruthi is giving sleepless nights to all the diehard fans. It is known that seeing the trackrecord of Maruthi, fans asked Prabhas not to sign Maruthi\'s project. But Prabhas not only signed it but also took it forward.\r\nThe film which was supposed to release on 10 April, got postponed due to various reasons. It is known that Thaman is the music director for the film. Now it is coming out that Thaman has taken a daring decision for The Raja Saab after the shock he got for the songs he tuned for Ram Charan\'s Game Changer\r\nHe said he decided to do away with the tunes of the four songs which he composed longtimeback as they became redundant with the passage of time.He said he will come up with fresh tunes so that it will be in sync with the tastes of the movie lovers.\r\nRaja Saab makers are waiting for Prabhas dates and once Prabhas allocates dates after he completes his film Fauji with Hanu Raghavapudi,they are keen to finish off the shooting part.&nbsp;\r\n<div></div>

Music Director daring decision for TRS

Thaman changes his style for The Raja Saab

Bollywood superstar Salman Khan is getting ready to show his power at the box office on Eid with his upcoming film Sikandar. The film directed by Murugadoss is slated for release on 26 March 2025. The makers are promoting the film by releasing the songs and today new song Naache was released few minutes back.\r\nSameer penned the lyrics for the song tuned by JAM8 and Siddhant Miishhraa. The foottapping peppy number is sung by Amit Mishra, Akasa, and Siddhant Miishhraa in an energetic avatar.\r\nSalman Khan looked stylish and rugged while Rashmika Mandanna looked ravishing on the screen. The song choreography had Turkish flavor to thrill all.\r\nKajal Aggarwal, Prateik Babbar, Sharman Joshi, and Sathyaraj are playing important roles in the film. Sajid Nadiadwala is bankrolling the project in a lavish manner. Salman Khan is pinning all his hopes on this film to revive his sagging fortunes at the box office.&nbsp;

Naache song from Sikandar

Sikandar - Salman shows his skills in Naache

Star cricketer MS.Dhoni enjoys tremendous fan following among all sections of people across the world. He is hailed as Captain Cool and he is the only captain who won two worldcups for India.

Now he confined himself to IPL and now IPL is fast approaching, all the focus on MS.Dhoni. In the meantime, MS.Dhoni surprised all by sending Animal vibes. It is known that Sandeep Reddy Vanga drove all crazy with the macho films like Arjun Reddy/ Kabir Singh and Animal.

MS.Dhoni and Sandeep Reddy collaborated for a commercial in which Dhoni is seen endorsing the&nbsp; EMotorad. In the commercial, Dhoni much to the delight of all the fans is seen recreating some of the popular scenes from Sandeep Reddy's Animal and Kabir Singh.

The commercial is going viral delighting all the fans and movie lovers alike. The lighthearted touch in the commercial is also entertaining everyone.&nbsp;