Kerala Story 2 starring Aditi Bhatia, Ulka Gupta, and Aishwarya Ojha in the lead roles under the direction of Kamakhya Narayan Singh is releasing on 27 Feb 2026.\r\nThe film\'s teaser and trailer left all shellshocked with unbelievable elements and the Censor Board which censored the film, shocked the makers by asking them to do away with many scenes.\r\nCensor Board Cut the Rape Scene, Kissing Visuals By \"50% Of Original\" among 16 Edits before awarding the U/A certificate. The makers were also asked to cut down \"lip-locking scenes\" by half of the original time duration.\r\nVisuals of women head-hitting have also come under the censor\'s scrutiny. The makers have also been asked to add a disclaimer stating that the story is based on true events. Among other modifications, visuals of accused house demolition with a bulldozer have been changed. Several dialogues were modified and words were muted.\r\nApart from it, a 26 year old biologist approached the Kerala High Court against the film. Sreedev Namboodiri questioned both the content and the title of the sequel, arguing that it unfairly targets Kerala and its people.\r\nIn his plea he stated&nbsp; \"A perusal of the trailer of the movie shows that the story is based on women from three different states and takes place mainly in the northern part of India. Yet, the title and scenes try to portray the state in a bad light. The movie tends to alienate Kerala and Keralites from the rest of India, despite the fact that Keralites work across India and the world, contributing to the Indian economy and providing residence and employment to several migrant workers from other parts of India.\"\r\nDuring the hearing, Justice Kurian said that \"concerns of the people of Kerala about The Kerala Story 2 can\'t be kept aside\". Following the court\'s order, the makers of The Kerala Story 2 have stated that they are withdrawing the teaser of the film. The judge also remarked&nbsp; &ldquo;There is a wrong indication and can also incite passion. That is where the censor board comes into play.\"\r\nThe Court said &ldquo;Once the movie is released, it is not just a creation. You are saying it is inspired by true events. It has a great bearing...In bold letters, you are saying inspired by true event. And in very microscopic letters you would have said the characters are all fictional,\"\r\nThe Judge remarked &ldquo;Normally, I do not interfere with any movie. Artistic freedom. But you are saying that it is inspired by true events and name Kerala is given, which can create some communal tension. I will watch the movie tomorrow. You can arrange a screening of the movie tomorrow.&rdquo;

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K2 - CBFC and High Court shocks

CBFC and Kerala High Court shocks the makers of Kerala Story 2

Harsh Roshan and Sridevi Apalla of Court fame are getting ready with their upcoming entertainer titled in an interesting manner as Band Melam. The film is directed by Satish Javvaji and it is bankrolled by&nbsp; popular writer Kona Venkat under his banner Kona Film Company.\r\nThe makers released the film\'s teaser and it is loaded with hilarious elements. Sridevi Apalla is introduced with her asking her marriage to get her married soon and Sai Kumar as her dad also gets ready and all these for youtube reels. The dialogues are hilarious and Harsh Roshan and Sridevi impresses with their chemistry and on screen presence.\r\nVijay Bulganin is the music director for the film while&nbsp; Satish Mutyala is the cinematographer for the film. The film comes with a taglinne&nbsp; &lsquo;Every Beat Has an Emotion&rsquo;, and is described as a soulful tale celebrating music, love, and emotions.\r\n<div></div>

Band Melam teaser talk

Band Melam teaser review

Ram Charan is coming to captivate all with his sports-based Peddi which is progressing at a brisk pace. The film directed by Buchhi Babu Sana is slated for a grand release on 30 April 2026.\r\nToday the makers shared the pictures from the sets and it showed the the team celebrating the birthday of the cinematographer Rathnavelu.\r\nRam Charan, Buchi Babu Sana, and Rathnavelu are seen in cutting the cake, The film stars Janhvi Kapoor as the female lead while Shiva Rajkumar, Divyyendu Sharma, Jagapathi Babu, and Boman Irani are playing important roles.\r\nThe film\'s music is tuned by Rahman and it is produced by Venkata Satish Kilaru of Vriddhi Cinemas in a prestigious manner. Already the film\'s promotions, glimpse and the first single generated tremendous interest and fans are waiting for the second single which will be released soon.&nbsp;

RC turns DOP B-Day a special one

Ram Charan surprises Rathnavelu on B-Day on Peddi sets

The film \"Couple Friendly,\" starring Santosh Soban and Manasa Varanasi, is making decent numbers at the box office with a worldwide gross of â‚¹12.67 crores within just 10 days of its release. This impressive performance is a testament to the film\'s engaging storyline and strong performances from the lead actors.\r\nThe movie\'s success can be attributed to its relatable theme and the chemistry between the leads, which has resonated with both youth and family audiences. Currently running successfully in its second week, \"Couple Friendly\" is expected to post even stronger numbers at the box office by the end of its second-week run.\r\nProduced in Telugu and Tamil under the banner of UV Concepts, \"Couple Friendly\" is a reputed production house UV Creations presentation. Ajay Kumar Raju P. served as the co-producer, while Ashwin Chandrasekhar directed the film. The movie was released in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana by passionate producer and distributor Dheeraj Mogilineni.\r\nThe film\'s storyline is a heart-touching love story that has captivated audiences, making it a must-watch for those who enjoy romantic dramas. With its decent box office collection, \"Couple Friendly\" is solidifying its position as one of the top films in Telugu and Tamil cinema since it\'s release.As \"Couple Friendly\" continues its decent run, it\'s clear that the film has become a favorite among audiences.&nbsp;\r\n<div></div>

CF Crosses 10 Crore Mark

Couple Friendly Ten Days Box Office Collection

Mahesh Babu-Rajamouli\'s high profile project Varanasi is progressing at a brisk pace. The makers headed to Georgia where the makers will be shooting important scenes.\r\nRajamouli and cinematography PS.Vinod few months back visited Georgia and finalised the exotic locations for the shooting. The makers will be shooting important scenes in Georgia which will be going on for the next two weeks.\r\nInside talk is the film\'s shooting will be wrapped by August or September and the film is up for a grand release on 7 April 2027. The film stars Priyanka Chopra as the female lead while Prakash Raj and Prithviraj Sukumaran are playing important roles.\r\nThe music for the film is tuned by Keeravani and&nbsp; the film produced by KL.Narayana on Durga Arts banner. Expectations are high on the project as Rajamouli and Mahesh Babu are coming together for the first time and this happens to be Rajamouli\'s first after the sensation of RRR.&nbsp;

Mahesh Babu flies to Georgia

Varanasi heads to Georgia

Prabhas\' sci fi entertainer Kalki 2898 AD captured the imagination of all. The film\'s sequel is currently going on in full swing under the direction of Nag Ashwin.\r\nAlready the film\'s shooting is in fullswing in Hyderabad. Amitabh Bachchan apologised to his fans who waited eagerly for him at his house in Mumbai with the message told them that this Sunday I shall not be able to come, since I was shooting in Hyderabad .. but still they come .. to confirm .. even this cute little fellow&rdquo; sharing a image of a dog who came to see him.\r\nHe&nbsp; shared the pictures of him with Kamal Haasan and posted&nbsp; &ldquo;but apologies .. work first .. rest later .. meeting up with the great KAMAL HAASAN &hellip; we shall be working together after ages .. last in Giraftar .. Kalki 2 begun the work .. and shall ever cherish the love and affection of anticipated presence on the Sunday .. but hopefully shall be with all this coming Sunday ..&rdquo;\r\nThe film stars Disha Patani in important role. Inside talk is Sai Pallavi replaces Deepika Padukone in the sequel.&nbsp;

Kalki 2 - Big B shares pic with Kamal 

Amitabh Bachchan shares pic with Kamal Haasan at Kalki sequel

Shah Rukh working despite a spine problem. Shah Rukh Khan is currently starring in King under the direction of Siddharth Anand. The film stars Deepika Padukone as the female lead and his daughter Suhana Khan in an important role. The film is up for release on24 Dec 2026.

Now, it is coming out that Shah Rukh has been working despite spine problem. Actor Govind Namdev said &ldquo;Physical bahut zyada problem hai, reedh ki haddi ki problem hai, kaafi problem hai, dekh kar hame bhi sikhaaya,&rdquo; (There are a lot of physical problems, spinal problems, a lot of problems, after seeing them he taught us this too.), "

Namdev collaborated on the 2000 film Phir Bhi Dil Hai Hindustani with Shah Rukh Khan. Namdev said &ldquo;Ek hi hai banda jo 24 ghante kaam karta hai, sona bhi 3-4 ghante, ussi mei dand bhaitak bhi hai, udghatan bhi karna hai, dialogue bhi yaad karna hai, kahin perform karne bhi jaana hai, main hairaan ho gaya ki ye kaisa aadmi hai. (There is only one man who works 24 hours a day. He sleeps barely three to four hours, and in that time he also manages workouts, event inaugurations, learning dialogues and travelling for performances. I was stunned, what kind of person is he?).

SRK working despite a spine problem

Shocking revelations about SRK spine problem

\r\nPushpa 2 set a high bar with its â‚¹280 Cr opening day gross worldwide, including premium hikes in Telugu states. Even without hikes, the film\'s â‚¹260 Cr gross stands as an all-time record for Indian cinema. Now, two pan-Indian giants, Dhurandhar 2 and Toxic, are set to clash on March 19, sparking curiosity: can they surpass Pushpa 2\'s historic record?\r\n&nbsp;\r\nTo challenge Pushpa 2\'s record, Dhurandhar 2 and Toxic must collectively cross â‚¹280 Cr worldwide on Day 1. For a comfortable achievement, each film would need around â‚¹150 Cr worldwide. Dhurandhar 2 has an advantage as a sequel, with franchise momentum and massive pre-release buzz. Toxic, however, needs a KGF 2-level opening to match the hype.\r\nToxic, starring Yash, boasts a â‚¹500 Cr budget and an ensemble cast, including Kiara Advani and Nayanthara. The film\'s distribution network is robust, with top distributors locked in across regions. The action-packed teaser has boosted buzz, and the trailer is expected next week.\r\nThe real challenge lies in both films performing at full capacity on Day 1. With Dhurandhar 2\'s strong franchise and Toxic\'s massive budget, the clash promises to be epic. While Pushpa 2\'s record is tough to beat, the combined might of these two giants could make history.\r\n

Can Toxic Beat Pushpa 2 Record

Dhurandhar 2 and Toxic Unveils A Box Office Showdown

VIROSH wedding celebrations kickstarts. Vijay Devarakoda and Rashmika Mandanna are set to enter into wedlock on 26 Feb 2026&nbsp; at ITC Mementos, a luxurious property nestled in the Aravalli hills, approximately 25-30km from Udaipur\'s city center.\r\nAccording the latest the wedding celebrations kick-started and here are the details.\r\nThe couple shared the snaps of the celebrations and it started with a pool party. Inside photos from the couple\'s celebrations show a lively sun-soaked pool party attended by friends, setting a relaxed and cheerful tone for the upcoming wedding ceremonies. The festivities also included a meticulously arranged candlelit dinner and a personalised surprise branded with the couple\'s fan-coined nickname - Virosh.\r\nThe decor featured a central floral arrangement of blush pink lilies and green hydrangeas, complemented by fresh fruits, enhancing the garden-inspired aesthetic. highlight of the dinner was a luxury printed menu card, which indicated that a Japanese culinary experience had been curated for the guests. Adding a personal touch, each place setting included a sage green napkin embroidered with the word \"VIROSH.\"\r\nVijay Deverakonda shared a glimpse of the day\'s activities through candid images of a pool volleyball match with friends. One of the photos captured the silhouettes of players behind a volleyball net, illustrating the relaxed and playful atmosphere among the attendees.\r\nThe mehendi ceremony starts on 24 Feb and it is followed by haldi and sangeet on February 25 at the ITC Mementos in Udaipur.

VIROSH wedding celebration details

VIROSH wedding celebrations kickstarts

Sudipto Sen on why he did not direct Kerala Story 2. Kerala Story 2 directed by Kamakhya Narayan Singh is releasing on 27 Feb 2026. The film is the sequel to the hit film Kerala Story.\r\nIt is known that Kerala Story is directed by Sudipto Sen. Now speaking to scribes, he shared why he did not direct the sequel. He said &ldquo;For the first film, I researched the subject for 10 years. I could stand by every word and visual in that film. If the sequel expands beyond Kerala into other states, I cannot rely on WhatsApp forwards or newspaper reports.&rdquo;\r\nHe continued&nbsp; &ldquo;Sensitive subjects require deep research and long-term study. Without that foundation, I wouldn&rsquo;t feel responsible enough to direct it,&rdquo;\r\nEven before its release, Kerala Story 2 is landing in various controversies. The film stars&nbsp; &nbsp;Aditi Bhatia, Ulka Gupta, and Aishwarya Ojha in the lead roles.\r\n<div></div>

SS on Kerala Story 2

Sudipto Sen on why he didnot direct Kerala Story 2

\r\nSai Pallavi is experiencing a phenomenal surge in her career, with a line-up of extraordinary projects that could solidify her pan-Indian stardom. She\'s set to portray Goddess Sita in Ranbir Kapoor\'s Ramayan series, a role that marks a major milestone in her journey and places her at the center of a massive pan-Indian project.\r\n\r\nSai Pallavi has also secured a mega opportunity in Kalki 2, reportedly replacing Deepika Padukone\'s character from Kalki 2898 AD. The official announcement is expected soon, and fans are eagerly awaiting her big entry.\r\nAdditionally, she\'s signed the biopic of legendary Carnatic singer MS Subbulakshmi, directed by Gowtam Tinnanuri. Sai Pallavi is undergoing training for this role, showcasing her dedication to her craft.\r\nHer collaboration with Mani Ratnam, a love story starring Vijay Sethupathi, is another highly anticipated project. Given Mani Ratnam\'s reputation for writing layered female characters, expectations are sky-high.\r\nSai Pallavi\'s reunion with Amaran director Rajkumar Periasamy and Dhanush is also on the horizon, with the trio teaming up for a big-budget film. With these projects, Sai Pallavi is stepping into a golden phase that could redefine her stardom at a pan-Indian level.

Sai Pallavi In Golden Phase

With Iconic Roles Sai Pallavi Golden Phase Unfolds

King of EntertainmentSree Vishnu\'s upcoming film Vishnu Vinyasam is generating buzz with its latest single, Emi Raa Balaraju. The song, part of the film\'s soundtrack, is a peppy tune that turns heartbreak into a celebration. Music director Radhan has married groovy beats with Ramajogayya Sastry\'s quirky lyrics, making it a catchy track.\r\nThe song, crooned by Sarath Santosh, opens on a humorous note, setting the mood for Sree Vishnu\'s spirited rant about love gone wrong. His lungi step is tailor-made for the masses and will likely dominate social media reels. Nayana Sarika\'s appearance toward the end adds to the song\'s humor, making it a light, cheeky track.\r\nEmi Raa Balaraju is bound to resonate with every \"love failure\" who finds humor in heartbreak, making it the break-up song of the year. The track has given the film\'s momentum a solid boost, with its peppy tune and quirky lyrics.\r\nVishnu Vinyasam, directed by debutant Yadunaath Maruthi Rao, stars Sree Vishnu and Nayana Sarika in lead roles. The film is produced by Sumanth Naidu G under Sree Subrahmanyeshwara Cinemas and is set to release on February 27th. The film boasts a talented crew, including cinematographer, Sai Sriram, and music by Radhan.\r\n<div></div>