&nbsp;&nbsp;Excitement soars as NBK111 glimpse set to arrive. Natasimha Balakrishna is celebrating his birthday today and congratulatory messages are pouring in from all quarters.In the meantime, all eyes are on NBK111 glimpse which is set to arrive. It is known that Balakrishna is starring in the direction of Gopichand Malineni and the film referred to NBK111 is progressing at a brisk pace. Expectations are high on the project as the duo earlier came up with the action entertainer Veera Simha Reddy.Kajal is the female lead in the film. The makers earlier shared the poster announcing the release of the glimpse. Balakrishna looked intense from the back and now the inside talk is the glimpse will be released at 5.40 PM. The makers increased curiosity levels, with the message &nbsp;“No more vintage, only new age.”Manchu Manoj is playing the role of a powerful antagonist and the music is tuned by Thaman. The film is bankrolled in a prestigious manner on Vriddhi Cinemas banner.

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Time ticking for NBK 111 glimpse

Excitement soars as NBK111 glimpse set to arrive

&nbsp;&nbsp;Mysaa teaser update arriving soon. Rashmika Mandanna is starring in a female-oriented entertainer titled Mysaa. Rawindra Pule, a protege of Hanu Raghavapudi is directing the film, which is progressing at a brisk pace.The film, according to the latest, completed its 5th schedule. The makers also shared that the announcement on the film's teaser will be arriving soon. The makers recently released the first look of Tarak Ponnappa. He is playing the role of Eera in the film.Mysaa is being positioned as India’s first female-led pan-India film. The project has already generated strong curiosity with multiple look posters of Rashmika, which hinted at an intense and powerful transformation for the actor.Guru Somasundaram (Father), Easwari Rao (Mother) are playing important roles in the film for which music &nbsp;is scored by Jakes Bejoy. Unformula Films is bankrolling the project in a prestigious manner. Plans are on to release the film in this year itself.&nbsp;

Mysaa in full swing - Teaser arriving

Mysaa teaser update arriving soon

&nbsp;&nbsp;Dude sequel generates interest. Movie lovers cannot forget Pradeep Ranganathan and Mamitha Baiju's Dude. The film directed by Keerthiswaran turned out to be a big hit not only in Tamil but also in Telugu.For a long rumours spread about the film's sequel. While few got excited, others felt that there is no need for the sequel as one has to drag the story for the sequel.In the midst of all this, Keerthiswaran surprised all by talking about the sequel. He said, “I have pitched an idea to Pradeep Ranganathan for Dude 2, which carries the spirit of Dude. If it works out, it will either be a sequel or a continuation of the film.”On his film with Simbu, he said, “I am currently working on a story. It has commercial elements, emotions, and much more. The script requires a star, and I have such a star in mind. We will make an announcement very soon.”

Dude sequel generates interest

Dude 2 surprise on cards

&nbsp;What is going on in The Paradise. Nani-Srikanth Odela's action entertainer The Paradise is attracting the attention of movie lovers. Expectations are high on the project as Nani and Srikanth Odela earlier came up with an action entertainer, Dasara.The film's shooting is in full swing, and the makers earlier planned to release the film first on 26 March and then on 21 August. However many are of the opinion that the film may not release on 21 Aug.The makers completed 100 days of shoot and another 60 days is left over. The makers kick-started the new schedule starting from today. The shooting will go non stop without break and now inside talk is the makers are planning to slate the film on 25 Sep.To the top of it, Netflix which has acquired the digital streaming rights of the film, is pressuring the makers not to delay the film any further.Kayadu Lohar is the female lead in the project for which the music is tuned by Anirudh Ravichander. &nbsp;

The Paradise: What is going on

What is going on in The Paradise

&nbsp;&nbsp;Actor Ravi Mohan and his estranged wife are now in a maintenance case in court. The matter relates to financial support for their children after separation. The dispute has come up for hearing in Chennai, and both sides are presenting their arguments.Aarti filed a petition seeking regular maintenance for the children. She told the court that financial help had not been provided for some time. The case is being heard under family law, and the court is reviewing the details shared by both parties. Legal experts say such cases depend on income, expenses and the welfare of the children.The family court is expected to decide the next steps after hearing both sides. The judge may ask for income details and proof of expenses before passing any interim order. Similar cases in Chennai courts usually focus on the child’s education, health, and daily needs.Ravi Mohan’s side is also presenting its stand before the court. The case will continue with regular hearings as per the court schedule. For now, the court will look at documents and statements to reach a fair decision that protects the children’s interests.

Ravi Mohan Maintenance Case Details

Ravi Mohan Wife Aarti Filed Maintenance Case On Him

&nbsp;Bharathiraja breathes his last. Legendary filmmaker Bharathiraja breathed his last, leaving everyone in tears. Bharathiraja passed away at his residence in Chennai due to age-related health issues.Bharatiraja had been battling health issues for quite some time. He was admitted to the hospital twice in December 2025 due to respiratory problems and more recently this year. Though he was discharged in April, he became very frail, leaving all shellshocked. He is survived by his wife Chandraleela and daughter Janani.He suffered a huge personal loss when he lost his son Manoj Bharathiraja,last year.Bharatiraja is hailed as "Iyakkunar Imayam" for his extraordinary filmmaking. He shot to fame with films like 16 Vayathinile, Kizhakke Pogum Rail, Sigappu Rojakkal, Nizhalgal, Alaigal Oivathillai, Tik Tik Tik, Oru Kaidhiyin Diary, Mudhal Mariyathai, and Kizhakku Cheemayile. He directed actors like Rajinikanth, Kamal Haasan, and Sivaji Ganesan etc.He was honored with Padmasri by the Government of India for his contribution to Indian Cinema. Bharathiraja took to acting, starring along side top actors including Dhanush in his mega hit 'Thiruchitrambalam.' Condolences are pouring in from all quarters and movie lovers are still in shock and are yet to come to terms with the tragedy.

Bharathiraja passes away

Bharathiraja breathes his last

&nbsp;Ram Charan who is currently basking in the success of Peddi, &nbsp;has already announced his next film with Sukumar. But, fans will have to wait a bit more. The movie titled RC17 for now and the shoot is not starting soon. Ram Charan is not moving to the next film quickly like before. He wants to take time and choose the right project after Peddi.Director Sukumar is also working slowly on the script. He spends more time on story and screenplay and wants every detail to be strong before filming starts. After the big success of Rangasthalam, expectations are high on both of them. So the team does not want to rush and risk the quality.Another reason for delay is Ram Charan’s health. While shooting wrestling scenes for Peddi, he hurt his hand. Doctors advised him to take rest and treatment before starting another heavy schedule. The actor is now focusing on recovery and fitness. He does not want to start a new film until he is fully fit. Because of this, both Ram Charan and Sukumar decided to slow down the pre production work.Reports say Sukumar will finish the script and planning to start by November 2026. The team is working on locations, casting and technical details during this time. They want the story to be tight and fresh for audience. The combo of Ram Charan and Sukumar already has high value after Rangasthalam. If everything goes as planned, RC17 shooting may start in December 2026.&nbsp;

RC 17 Will Take Time To Commence

RC17 Shoot Delayed Reasons Revealed

&nbsp;Today we celebrate the birthday of Nandamuri Balakrishna, lovingly called NBK and God of Masses by fans. For more than four decades he has ruled Tollywood with high energy roles and powerful dialogue delivery. Films like Samarasimha Reddy, Narasimha Naidu, Simha, Legend, Akhanda and Bhagavant Kesari made him a mass hero that families and youth love. His screen presence and loud roar have become his trademark. Fans celebrate his birthday every year with cutouts, donations and service activities.Legacy Of Hits And HonoursBalakrishna has played many types of roles through his career. He impressed audiences with mythological and historical films like Danaveerasura Karna, Akbar Salim Anarkali, Vemulawada Bheemakavi and Sri Tirupati Venkateswara Kalyanam. He also gave modern mass blockbusters that ran for weeks. His work earned him the Padma Bhushan from the Government of India and the NTR National Award from Telangana. These honours show the respect he has from both cinema and public life.Leader With A Service HeartApart from films, Balakrishna is active in politics and public service. He won the Hindupur assembly seat three times and works with Telugu Desam Party to serve people. He is also closely linked with Basavatarakam Indo American Cancer Hospital and Research Institute started in memory of his mother. Through this hospital, many patients get care and support. His service work shows that he balances film stardom with responsibility towards society.Family Man And Exciting Next FilmsBalakrishna is married to Vasundhara Devi and they have two daughters, Brahmani and Tejaswini and son Mokshagna. His family has always supported him and Mokshagna is set to enter films soon. On the work front, fans have two big projects to look forward to. He is currently doing NBK 111 with director Gopichand Malineni, known for full action and entertainment. After that he will team up with Koratala Shiva for NBK 112, which is expected to have strong story and mass moments.CineJosh wishes Natasimha Nandamuri Balakrishna a very happy birthday, good health and more blockbusters ahead.

HBD To Natasimha Nandamuri Balakrishna

Nandamuri Balakrishna : Powerful Actor People Leader

&nbsp;Akhil started his Tollywood journey in 2015 with big hopes from his first film Akhil. Since then, he improved with each movie and got good talk for Most Eligible Bachelor. But he is still waiting for a big hit. His last film Agent did not work at the box office and that put his career at a tough stage. Fans have been waiting to see Akhil bounce back with a strong story and solid performance.After taking time to pick the right script, he chose Lenin. The movie is set for release on June 26 2026 and early reports say it could be the break he needs. Trade people who saw special shows feel the film has a fresh feel and keeps viewers hooked. People who watched Lenin say it is not a regular commercial film. It has strong emotional scenes and sharp action that looks real on screen.The story has many surprises and twists that keep the second half exciting. The last 30 minutes are getting special mention from early viewers. They say the climax blends drama, emotion and action in a way that leaves an impact. Nagarjuna also posted support for the film on social media and said he has full trust in the output. That post added more buzz among Akkineni fans.The movie brings a mix of family emotions and edge of seat moments. Early feedback says Akhil looks more mature and confident in his role. The director and team focused on a tight script without extra drag. Music and background score are also getting good words from those who attended the test screenings. If the reports hold true, Lenin can give Akhil the long awaited success after nine years in films.

Lenin Carries Positive Buzz

Akhil Lenin Could Be Career Turning Point

&nbsp;Suriya’s film Karuppu finished 25 days in theaters with 310 crore gross worldwide. It became one of the biggest South Indian hit of 2026 and the highest grosser in Suriya’s career by a big margin. The movie got strong word of mouth from day one for its emotional story, action scenes and strong performance by Suriya. Audiences praised the direction and music, and repeat viewers helped it stay steady even on weekdays.Tamil Nadu gave the biggest share with 154 crore as home state support was huge. Karnataka added 23 crore, Telugu states 35 crore, Kerala 14 crore and rest of India 3 crore. Overseas markets gave 81 crore with strong numbers from USA, UK, UAE, Malaysia and Singapore. With 25 days done, the 310 crore total is now the final theatrical run for Karuppu. The numbers prove Suriya still has strong pull at the box office after a gap.Karuppu Telugu version Veerabhadrudu also did well in Andhra and Telangana. Many fans watched it for Suriya’s intense role and the film’s message about justice. Trade experts say the film worked because it balanced emotion and action without long drag. The collections kept growing through second and third weekends due to good reviews from viewers.Amazon Prime Video bought the digital rights for Karuppu. The film will start streaming from June 12 2026. In Telugu it will be available as Veerabhadrudu on the same platform. This OTT release gives people who missed theaters a chance to watch Suriya’s blockbuster at home. After a 310 crore run on big screens, the movie is now ready to reach more viewers online.

Suriya Karuppu Total Final Closing Collections

Karuppu Hits 310 Crore Worldwide

&nbsp;Sara Arjun Magic to skip theatrical release. Sara Arjun shot to fame with her performance in Ranveer Singh's blockbuster film Dhurandhar and Dhurandhar The Revenge.Sara Arjun is now starring in the film titled Music, and it is helmed by Gowtham Tinnanuri of Jersey fame. Now reports are coming that the makers are planning for the direct OTT streaming skipping that theatrical release.The film also stars Anmol Kajani, and Aakash Srinivas and the plot revolves around four teenagers who come together to compose an original song for their upcoming college fest. National award winning editor Navin Nooli is in charge of editing for Magic, while cinematography is by Girish Gangadharan.The music entertainer's music is tuned by Anirudh Ravichander. Naga Vamsi and Sai Soujanya are bankrolling the film Magic under the banners of Sithara Entertainments and Fortune Four Cinemas.

Sara Arjun Magic to take strange decision

Sara Arjun Magic to skip theatrical release

&nbsp;Anupama Parameswaran praises Sai Pallavi. Anupama Parameswaran praised Sai Pallavi for her help during her difficult period. She said"These were all painted during one of the hardest phases of my life in 2021," Anupama wrote in a photograph featuring her in front of a wall full of her paintings. While the paintings are not visible enough in the photograph, Anupama revealed that she had discussions with Sai Pallavi about painting and that the latter helped her nourish it."As a child, I loved colours, but I never really explored painting. Then one day, while sharing what I was going through, I spoke to Sai Pallavi. She handed me her watercolours, and that simple gesture started it all. A little shout-out and a lot of love to Pallavi for introducing me to a part of myself I didn't know existed. Love you, darling."Anupama also said that it was her father and mother who had her painting collection framed on her studio wall. "How sweet is that?," she added.Sai Pallavi wrote, "Much love to you, my baby. The paintings are personal and so beautiful. I'm so happy seeing your talents bloom." &nbsp;