&nbsp;Hanu Raghavapudi on Prabhas Fauji. Hanu Raghavapudi is known for his feel good romantic entertainers. He is now coming up with the film Fauji teaming with Pan India Star Prabhas. Now all eyes are on his project and how he will show Prabhas in the film. Reports are coming that Hanu Raghavapudi will be making a significant shift from his trademark romantic entertainers and elevate Prabhas heroism to new heights.\r\nSpeaking to scribes, Hanu Raghavapudi shared that his film with Prabhas has many surprise elements. The film will be a visual spectacle and will be never seen before on the silver screen. He said it will leave everyone by surprise. The film is a blend of patriotism and romantic elements.\r\nReports have it Prabhas will be seen in dual shades as a brahmin boy and also as a soldier. Fauji features Prabhas romancing Imanvi Ismail and Vishal Chandrasekhar is the music director. Mythri Movie Makers are bankrolling the project in a prestigious manner.&nbsp;

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Hanu Raghavapudi on Prabhas Fauji

Fauji has surprising elements

&nbsp;Mega Heroes seven super flops. Of late lady luck seems to have deserted entire mega family. Right from Mega Star Chiranjeevi to Panjaa Vaishnav Tej, all the mega heroes tasted seven super flops much to the shock of the mega fans. This left the producers and distributors in heavy losses.\r\nLast time a mega hero saw a hit was Sai Dharam Tej with Virupaksha which entered into Rs.100crs club. Earlier Mega Star Chiranjeevi scored a hit with Waltair Veerayya and many felt that mega family will churn out hits but it turned out to be disappointment.\r\nSai Dharam Tej, Pawan Kalyan\'s BRO shocked all recovering only around 69% . Adding salt to the injury, Chiranjeevi\'s Bholaa Shankar turned out to be the colossal disaster recovering only 33%. Varun Tej who already got a shock in form of Ghani, witnessed another shock in form of Gandivadhari Arjuna which failed to recover even 8% at the BO.\r\nVaishnav Tej who had a dream debut with Uppena, tasted a disaster in form of Adi Keshava and Varun Tej tasted another disaster with Operation Valentine. If that is not enough his film Matka got zero share. Ram Charan came with Game Changer but turned out to be a disaster even before the end of the Sankranti holidays.\r\nGame Changer recovered less than 50% and after Vinaya Vidheya Rama it is another disaster for Ram Charan. It has been a long time since Ram Charan scored a solo hit after Rangasthalam. His film with his dad Acharya turned out to be another disaster. Mega fans are now pinning their hopes on OG, Hari Hara Veera Mallu and SYG-Sambarala Yetigattu.

Mega Heroes seven super flops

Mega Family bad omen with 7

Naga Chaitanya visited Khairatabad RTO and the onlookers are pleasantly surprised to see him at the RTO. Naga Chaitanya visited the RTO to apply for the renewal of his licence. RTO officials who cordially received Naga Chaitanya ensured that he completes all the formalities and they finished the registration and renewal process quickly so that there will be hasslefree environment at the place without delaying the process for the other people.\r\nThe application process was completed when Naga Chaitanya completed his digital signature and posed for the photo looking into the webcam. Joint Transport Commissioner C Ramesh was present during the entire process. In 2023 , Naga Chaitanya applied for international driving licence.\r\nOn the professional front Naga Chaitanya is busy with his film Thandel which is slated for a grand release on 7 Feb 2025. Apart from it,he is lining up a mystic thriller under the direction of Karthik Varma Dandu.

NC visits Khairatabad RTO

Naga Chaitanya snapped at Khairatabad RTO

Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan's stabbing incident has sent shockwaves across the film industry. While celebrities from various industries have condemned the attack, Saif's wife Kareena Kapoor Khan has expressed her displeasure over the media's coverage of the incident. She took to social media to share a video of a media channel, requesting them to stop sensationalizing the story. However she deleted the post shortly after.

The police have arrested the accused, Mohammed Shariful Islam Shehzad, and are investigating the matter. Saif Ali Khan is still undergoing treatment at Lilavati Hospital in Mumbai and has not been discharged yet. Kareena Kapoor Khan had earlier requested the media to exercise restraint and avoid speculative stories, stating that it's a difficult time for their family.

Kareena's post, although deleted, has sparked a debate about media ethics and sensationalism. The incident has also drawn reactions from Tollywood celebrities, including Jr NTR and Chiranjeevi, who have wished Saif a speedy recovery. Jr NTR, in particular, has a connection with Saif, having worked with him in the film Deora, where Saif played the role of a villain.

As the investigation into the stabbing incident continues, fans and well-wishers are hoping for Saif's speedy recovery. The incident has also raised concerns about celebrity safety and the need for responsible media reporting.

Kareena Gets Mad at Media

Kareena Pleads To Leave Them Alone

&nbsp;Allu Arjun's Pushpa 2 has been breaking box office records earning a whopping Rs.1800 crore in just four weeks. Fans and audiences are eagerly waiting for the film's OTT release, which is expected to happen this month. Initially the OTT streaming was supposed to happen within four weeks, but the makers, Mythri Movie Makers announced that the movie will not be streamed for 8 weeks due to its massive response.
The deadline set by Mythri will be completed in the last week of January and Pushpa 2 is expected to start streaming on OTT from January 31st. Netflix is likely to officially announce the OTT release date soon. Given the film's massive box office collections, it has ample chances of breaking OTT streaming records as well. Pushpa 2's theatrical run will close in 8 weeks and it will be streamed digitally there after.
The film's OTT streaming was delayed due to its exceptional performance at the box office especially in the North. The makers wanted to capitalize on its theatrical run which has been unprecedented. Pushpa 2 has broken several records and its OTT release is highly anticipated. Fans and audiences are eagerly waiting to watch the film on Netflix and the makers are expected to announce the OTT release date soon.
As the OTT release date approaches fans are excited to watch Pushpa 2 on Netflix. The film's digital streaming is expected to break records given its massive box office success. With its OTT release Pushpa 2 will reach a wider audience and its popularity is expected to soar even higher.

Pushpa 2 To Stream Date 

Pushpa 2 OTT Release Date

Naga Shaurya, the talented young actor, is currently starring in an intense action entertainer, directed by debutant Raam Desina and produced by Srinivasa Rao Chintalapudi under the banner of Sri Vaishnavi Films. To mark Naga Shaurya\'s birthday, the title and first look of the film were unveiled, revealing the attention-grabbing title \"Bad Boy Karthik\". The first look poster presents Naga Shaurya in a fierce avatar, sitting aggressively on the back of a van with a piercing gaze.\r\nThe poster hints at the film\'s action-packed genre, with blood stains visible on Naga Shaurya\'s hands and a subtle indication of his character\'s aggressive nature. The leading lady opposite Naga Shaurya is Vidhi, and the film boasts a distinguished cast, including Samuthirakani, Sr Naresh, Saikumar, and Vennela Kishore. The technical crew includes renowned cinematographer Rasool Ellore, music director Harris Jayaraj, and editor Kotagiri Venkateswara Rao.\r\nThe film\'s shoot is nearing completion, and the team has kick-started promotional activities with the intriguing first look poster. Fans can expect regular updates from the team, building up to the film\'s release. With its intense action-packed genre and talented cast and crew, \"Bad Boy Karthik\" is expected to be a thrilling ride for audiences.\r\nAs Naga Shaurya celebrates his birthday, the unveiling of \"Bad Boy Karthik\" has generated excitement among fans and film enthusiasts. The film\'s title and first look have set the tone for an intense action entertainer, and audiences can look forward to a thrilling cinematic experience. With Harris Jayaraj\'s music and Rasool Ellore\'s cinematography, \"Bad Boy Karthik\" is expected to be a visual and auditory treat.

 Naga Shaurya Is Bad Boy Karthik

Naga Shaurya Bad Boy Karthik First Look Launched 

On the third day of the prestigious World Economic Forum (WEF) summit, the Hon'ble Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, N. Chandrababu Naidu, continues his relentless pursuit of attracting global investments to the state.&nbsp;
His schedule today is packed with crucial face-to-face meetings with leaders from various industrial sectors, furthering Andhra Pradesh's global economic aspirations.
Key Highlights of Day 3:
1. High-Level Meetings with Industry Leaders:
The Chief Minister is set to meet with the top executives of global giants, including:
<ul>
<li>Unilever</li>
<li>DP World Group</li>
<li>Petroleum National Berhad (Petronas)</li>
<li>Google Cloud</li>
<li>PepsiCo</li>
<li>AstraZeneca</li>
</ul>
2. Discussion with Global Visionaries:
Chandrababu Naidu will also meet with philanthropist and Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates and representatives of the World Economic Forum. These discussions aim to foster partnerships to propel Andhra Pradesh's socio-economic development.
3.MoU Signing with Greenko:
The Andhra Pradesh government will formalise a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Greenko, marking a significant step towards sustainable energy initiatives.
 4.Participation in Key Roundtable Discussions:
The Chief Minister will actively participate in roundtable sessions focusing on:
<ol>
<li>Natural Farming</li>
<li>Human Mission Collaboration</li>
<li>Green Hydrogen and Renewable Energy</li>
</ol>
5. Promoting Investment Opportunities in Andhra Pradesh:
Chandrababu Naidu will present a compelling case for Andhra Pradesh as an investment destination, showcasing the state&rsquo;s robust infrastructure, investor-friendly policies, and immense potential in diverse sectors.
Focus Areas:
The Chief Minister&rsquo;s engagements at the WEF highlight his commitment to transformative initiatives in renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, and cutting-edge technology.

CBN to Engage in High-Profile Meetings on Day 3 of Davos 

CM N Chandrababu Naidu to Engage in High-Profile Meetings on Day 3 of Davos Visit

Vicky Kaushal\'s Chhaava is capturing the imagination of all. The film directed by Lakshman Utekar is about the valour of Sambhaji Maharaj, son of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, and shows him carrying the strength of four great natural elements that make the world - earth, fire, water and air.\r\nThe makers today released the first look of Akshaye Khanna who is playing the role of Aurangazeb. Sharing the first look the makers posted &ldquo;Darr aur dehshat ka naya chehra (The new face of fear and terror) - Presenting #AkshayeKhanna as Mughal Shahenshah Aurangzeb, the ruthless ruler of the Mughal Empire! #ChhaavaTrailer out tomorrow. Releasing in cinemas on 14th February 2025 (sic).&rdquo;\r\nAkshaye Khanna looked menacing and fierce in the look with his white locks trailing on his face. In another poster, he is seen wearing the Mughal crown, embodying the ruthless ruler. Earlier the makers released the first look of Rashmika Mandanna, who is playing the role of Maharani Yesubai in the film. The film is releasing on 14 Feb 2025.&nbsp;

Akshaye Khanna look from Chhaava 

Chhaava-Akshaye Khanna stuns as Aurangazeb

Ram Charan, who was disappointed with the box office results of his recent film \"Game Changer\", has moved on to his next project, RC16, directed by Buchi Babu. The film\'s shooting is progressing at a rapid pace, with two crucial schedules already completed. The next schedule, initially planned for the first week of February, has been rescheduled to start a week earlier, in the last week of January.\r\nRam Charan has given his nod to the new schedule, and the team is working tirelessly to complete the film at jet speed. According to reports, Buchi Babu is planning to show Ram Charan in a role similar to Chittibabu in Rangasthalam. The film is set in a village backdrop with a period story. Buchi Babu, who made his debut with Uppena, is directing RC16 as his second film.\r\nBuchi Babu had to wait for almost two years to start working on RC16, and he spent a long time working on the script. The film is expected to be completed and released this year. Janhvi Kapoor, the daughter of Sridevi, is playing the female lead opposite Ram Charan in RC16. Although no official poster has been released, there are reports that the title has been finalized as \'Peddi\'.\r\nFans are eagerly waiting for an update on RC16, and there are chances that a glimpse or teaser from the movie will be released on the occasion of Ram Charan\'s birthday, along with the official announcement of the title. With Buchi Babu\'s direction and Ram Charan\'s acting, expectations are high for RC16 to be a blockbuster hit.

RC16 Progressing In Jet Speed

Buchi Babu Speeds Up Production Work On Ram Charan Next Film

Priyanka Chopra, the renowned Bollywood actress, has been making headlines lately with her visit to Hyderabad. The actress, who recently arrived in the city from America, sparked rumors that she is in town for the shooting of SSMB29, a highly-anticipated film directed by Rajamouli and starring Mahesh Babu. While neither Priyanka nor the film\'s team has confirmed her involvement in the project, her recent visit to the Chilukuru Balaji temple has added fuel to the speculation.\r\nPriyanka took to social media to share photos from her temple visit, thanking Ram Charan\'s wife Upasana Konidela for her hospitality. Upasana responded to Priyanka\'s post, wishing her success in her new film and expressing her desire for the movie to be a super hit. While Upasana\'s comment did not explicitly confirm Priyanka\'s involvement in SSMB29, it has been interpreted by fans as a hint that the actress is indeed part of the project.\r\nThe rumors surrounding Priyanka\'s involvement in SSMB29 have been circulating for some time, with many speculating that she will play the female lead opposite Mahesh Babu. While neither the film\'s team nor Priyanka has confirmed the news, the actress\'s recent visit to Hyderabad and her interactions with Upasana have only added to the speculation.\r\nIt\'s worth noting that Priyanka Chopra has previously worked with Ram Charan in the 2013 film \"Zanjeer\", which was a remake of the Amitabh Bachchan classic. While the film did not fare well at the box office, Priyanka\'s association with the Telugu film industry has been renewed with her recent visit to Hyderabad, sparking hopes among fans that she will soon be seen in a Telugu film again.\r\n<div></div>

PC Surprise Visit To Chilkur

Priyanka Chopra Visits Chilukuru Temple Amidst SSMB29 Rumours

Madhavan is known for his intense and impactful performances and also for his handsome and charming looks.\r\nMadhavan speaking to scribes, shared his scary moments. Madhavan shared , \"I get nervous by the hour when I am closer to a release. In fact, the two most horrifying moments for me in my career are when I have to do the first day of shoot, it is getting progressively difficult. And second, the first day of publicity and release, because everybody looks at you and I feel everyone is saying, &lsquo;Nuhuh, you have lost it, that&rsquo;s it, game over&rsquo;.&rdquo;\r\nHe added \"It&rsquo;s not easy to survive for 25 years in an industry like this, where people become obsolete in 25 months. And to be able to do main leads, I am very grateful for that. It&rsquo;s the words of encouragement from people that keep me going, otherwise I would have been a lost soul by now.\"\r\nMadhavan is starring in Hisab Barabar and speaking about it, Madhavan shared \"It has the content and character but not the grandeur to be on the large screen, so I can&rsquo;t justify it. Hence, the medium in which the story is selecting and is going to be presented is really important for me.&rdquo;\r\nHisab Barabar stars Kriti Kulhari and is set for streaming on Zee 5 from 24 Jan 2025.

Madhavan shares his scary moments

Madhavan talks about his horrifying moments

Ravi Teja, also known as Mass Maharaj, has been facing a tough time in his career, with a string of flops in recent years. After the success of Krack in 2021, he has done eight films, but only Dhamaka and Walther Veeraiya managed to impress the audience. The rest of the movies, including Khiladi, Rama Rao On Duty, Ravanasura, Tiger Nageswara Rao, Eagle, and Mr. By achchan, turned out to be disappointing.\r\nRavi Teja has been criticized for focusing more on short filming schedules and high remuneration rather than the story and content of his films. His fans have been expressing their disappointment, hoping that he would focus on more meaningful projects. Currently, Ravi Teja is working on a new film called Mass Jatara, under the banner of Sithara Entertainments. The film, directed by Bhanu Bhogavarapu, stars Srileela as the heroine, marking her second collaboration with Ravi Teja after Dhamaka.\r\nThe title Mass Jathara seems to be in line with Ravi Teja\'s image, and the film is expected to be an entertaining ride throughout. Initially planned for a Sankranthi release, the film\'s shooting was delayed due to Ravi Teja\'s injury, which required him to take a two-month break. Now, the film is expected to release on May 9th. A perfect teaser is being prepared from the film, which might be released as a birthday special for Ravi Teja, whose birthday is on January 26th.\r\nThe teaser release is an attempt to keep the film in the limelight, as no content from Mass Jatara has been revealed so far. Fans are eagerly waiting for the teaser, which will serve as a birthday gift from Ravi Teja. With Mass Jatara, Ravi Teja hopes to bounce back from his recent flops and impress his fans once again.