Now a days almost all the stars are coming up with their own multiplexes. Mahesh Babu, Venkatesh, Allu Arjun, Ravi Teja and Vijay Deverakonda and others already have their own multiplexes and many more like Chiranjeevi, Ram Charan, NTR are showing interest .Producer, director Madhura Sreedhar says “I want more superstars to enter the theatre business. Multiplexes are the future of the cinema-viewing experience, and slowly, single screens may go out of business over the next five years,”He added "Telugu stars feel proud of owning theatres as it gives them a different feel. Even superstars like Rajinikanth and Shah Rukh Khan don’t have this advantage,”He points out “A 250-300-seat multiplex theatre will be the next big attraction for youngsters and families. Single screens, with seating capacities of 700 to 1,000, are finding it increasingly difficult to get housefuls even for a few days a week, making their maintenance difficult,”He continued “I would thank Suniel Narang for being a catalyst in creating a healthy ecosystem in the exhibition sector. He was able to bring stars like Mahesh Babu, Allu Arjun, Ravi Teja and Vijay Deverakonda, along with Venkatesh, into the theatre business. He has been able to work out deals with them, and the brand value of such theatres is always high. Audiences throng these theatres because they offer the best film-viewing experience,”On high prices on beverages, he says “That has to be tackled to some extent. Otherwise, multiplexes offer several advantages, including multilingual movie options, better sound and lighting, and an overall superior viewing experience,”A single screen theatre owner says “Single screens will remain forever because of fan festivities, cut-outs and milk abhishekams. It is a celebration for superstar fans, while multiplexes don’t allow such festivities and deprive fans of that happiness,”He shares “Box-office collections from single screens can never be replaced. They will always remain a matter of pride for Telugu stars and their fans.”He concludes “Re-releases of star movies have revived our hopes and encouraged us to screen more films. We were worried that audiences were skipping theatres to watch movies on digital platforms, but big stars brought the crowds back and gave single-screen theatres a new lease of life,” ---- Pramod Nandivada

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Stars presitige around owning multiplexes

Celebrities owing theatres  a prestige issue

&nbsp;Speculation on Jailer 2 update. Super Star Rajinikanth is currently busy with exciting and interesting projects. His film Jailer 2 directed by Nelson Dilip Kumar is generating immense interest among movie lovers.Expectations are high on the project as it is the sequel to the hit film Jailer. It is known that the makers locked the film's release date as 15 October. Fans are waiting for the crazy updates from the makers as they are yet to release the songs, teaser and glimpse. Inside talk is Sun Pictures which is producing the film is planning to concentrate on Jailer 2 promos once DC fever is out .It is known that Lokesh Kanagaraj, Wamiqa Gabbi's DC directed by Arun Matheswaran is produced by Sun Pictures and is doing well at the box office. The makers are planning to kickstart Jailer 2 promos from this month end and then increase the hype a head of the release.Hrithik Roshan, Bollywood star actor is playing an important role in the film for which music is tuned by Anirudh Ravichander. Mohanlal, Shiva Rajkumar, Vijay Sethupathi, Mithun Chakraborty, SJ Suryah, Ramya Krishnan, Vidya Balan and Yogi Babu are playing powerful roles in the film.- Pramod Nandivada &nbsp;

When will Jailer 2 update arrive

Speculation on Jailer 2 update

&nbsp;&nbsp;KCR grandson ready for Tollywood entry. Generally, sons and daughters of film celebrities make their debut in the industry. However, it is a rarity for the heirs of politicians to enter into the industry.Nara Rohit, son of Nara Rammurthy Naidu, brother of AP CM Chandra Babu Naidu entered the industry and made a name for himself. Recently, Kiriti Reddy, son of former Karnataka minister Janardhana Reddy made his debut with Junior in Tollywood.Now inside talk is former CM of Telangana, KCR's grandson, KTR's son Himanshu is set to make his entry into Tollywood, and this is becoming the hot topic.Himanshu already made a name for himself on social media and music world and he is set to make his entry on screen with a powerful project. KTR is planning to launch his son in a grand manner and he is hunting for a top director for the same. More details will be revealed in the coming days.- Pramod Nandivada

KCR grandson bracing for Tollywood strike

KCR grandson ready for Tollywood entry

&nbsp;&nbsp;Vijay Devarakonda and Rashmika Mandanna are starring in a film titled Ranabaali. The film, directed by Rahul Sankartikyan of Taxiwala fame, is generating immense interest among movie lovers.The film's schedules got impacted following Rashmika's hip injury while shooting for action sequences for her female-oriented action entertainer Mysaa. The film is helmed by Rawindra Pule, a protege of Hanu Raghavapudi.Now, with Rashmika recovering from her hip injury, speculation is increasing on the film's release date. Inside talk is that the makers are planning to release the film on 30 October 2026.Rashmika, who is known for her hard work, dedication, and commitment, is keen to start shooting and complete her role so that the shooting schedules are not impacted. Ranabaali is generating interest as Vijay Devarakonda and Rashmika Mandanna are coming together after their marriage for the first time on the screen.

Is Ranabaali eyeing this date

Is Ranabaali planning October strike

&nbsp;Will Chiranjeevi give Vishwambhara update? Mega Star Chiranjeevi's Vishwambhara, a socio-fantasy entertainer, has been waiting in the wings for a long time.The film is directed by Mallidi Vasishta of Bimbisara fame. The Vishwambhara delay is putting question marks over the project as Chiranjeevi already scored a hit with Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu during Sankranti and is also busy with his next Mega 158 under the direction of Bobby.Chiranjeevi today will be gracing the success meet of Varun Tej's film Korean Kanakaraju. The film directed by Merlapaka Gandhi which released last week is already into the profit zone much to the delight of the makers.Now all eyes are on Chiranjeevi and whether he will come up with the update on his socio fantasy entertainer Vishwambhara., The film starred Trisha as the female lead while Kunal Kapoor is set to show his power as the antagonist. The film also features Aashika Ranganath, Ramya Pasupuleti, Esha Chawla, and Ashrita Vemuganti Nanduri in important roles. - Pramod Nandivada

Will Mega Star delight with Vishwambhara update

Will Chiranjeevi give Vishwambhara update 

&nbsp;&nbsp;Speculation on Hanuman role in Varanasi. Mahesh Babu, Priyanka Chopra's upcoming entertainer Varanasi directed by Rajamouli is progressing at a brisk pace. The film is racing for a spectacular release on 7 April 2027.It is known that Rajamouli is blending Indian epics with Western stories drawing inspiration from Wilbur Smith's novels. It is known that The film has Ramayana connection and Mahesh Babu is playing the role of Lord Ram. Now speculation is on as to who will play the role of Lord Hanuman.Rumours are spreading that Ram Charan will be playing the all powerful role of Lord Hanuman. This is exciting all but till now nothing is coming from the makers. Earlier reports came that another actor is being considered for the role but now due to the role's powerful screen presence and body language, Rajamouli feels that Ram Charan will be apt for the role.Rajamouli and Ram Charan share good bonding. Both came up with Magadheera and more recently created a sensation with RRR along with NTR.- Pramod Nandivada

Varanasi: Is he playing Hanuman

Speculation on Hanuman role in Varanasi

&nbsp;&nbsp;Meenakshi Chaudhary in Mega 158. Mega Star Chiranjeevi's upcoming project with Bobby is generating immense interest among movie lovers. The film is referred to Mega 158 and it is progressing at a brisk pace.Now, reports are coming that hot beauty Meenakshi Chaudhary is playing an important role in the film. Chiraneevi will be seen in a completely different look in the second half. Chiranjeevi's role in the flashback has mafia backdrop and it revolves around Kolkota region.Chiranjeevi will be seen in various variations, and the film has family emotions. The story has different shades in the film. Anaswara Rajan and Nivetha Pethuraj are playing important roles in the film.The music for the film is tuned by Thaman, and it is bankrolled by KVN Productions banner. Expectations are high on the project as the duo earlier entertained with Waltair Veerayya. Bobby is planning to show Chiranjeevi in a never-seen role, and inside talk is he will be seen in the powerful role of a mafia don.- Pramod Nandivada

Happening beauty in Mega 158

Meenakshi Chaudhary in Mega 158

&nbsp;Yash's action entertainer Toxic directed by Geetu Mohan Das is slated for a grand release on 26 Aug 2026. The film stars &nbsp;Nayanthara, Kiara Advani, Huma Qureshi, Rukmini Vasanth and Tara Sutaria as the female leads.The film's trailer was launched yesterday and the fans are thrilled with Yash's macho look and action elements. In the meantime, Yash's nude scene is going viral and now netizens are accusing the makers of doing a PhD in copying.Netizens are reacting in the following way. One X user shared side-by-side pictures of Yash and Ranbir from Toxic and Animal and wrote, "Yash done PhD in copying and inspiring Ranbir." Another user commented, "Seeing this still reminded me of Ranbir Kapoor's from Animal." A third post read, "#ToxicTrailer is literally a cheap copy of Animal movie," while another user wrote, "Yash tried to recreate Ranbir Kapoor's nude scene from Animal in Toxic, but failed miserably."---- Pramod Nandivada

Toxic makers accused of copying

Did Toxic makers do a PhD in copying

Currently Salman Khan is busy with his upcoming film SVC63. The film featuring Nayanthara as the female lead and helmed by Vamsi Paidipally is progressing at a brisk pace. Dil Raju is bankrolling the project in a prestigious manner and it stars Jackie Shroff in a key role.Now, reports are coming that Salman Khan is set to star in a super hero project and it will be bankrolled by top Telugu production house Mythri Movie Makers. The film will be helmed by Raj and DK, the top director duo. A source shared "It’s a big-budget superhero film designed for a global audience. The team is aiming to begin filming by October 2026, once all pre-visualisation and prep work is in place,"Salman Khan's patriotic film Maatrubhoomi directed by Apoorva Lakhia is waiting in the wings to hit the screens in a grand manner. The film comes with the tagline May War Rest in Peace. ---- Pramod Nandivada &nbsp;

Mythri to produce Salman Super Hero flick?

Mythri turning Salman into Super Hero

Speculation over the female lead in Karti-Mohan Raja project. Karthi who is known for his versatile performances and Mohan raja known for intense action entertainers are coming together for Karthi's 31 project.The project was announced recently and it marks their first collaboration. The film is touted to be a mass family commercial entertainer. Now speculation is increasing over the film's female lead. Rumours spread that either Nayanthara or Trisha will be playing the female lead. Inside talk is Trisha is the frontrunner for the female lead role if the dates of Nayanthara are not available.Karthi announced the project posting &nbsp; "Very happy to collaborate with you in your 25th year of cinema brother." The makers shared &nbsp;"a grand celebration of family entertainment with inspiring heroism."Karthi is currently busy with projects like Sardar 2 directed by PS.Mithran and also has his next with Kalyan Shankar.---- Pramod Nandiva

Speculation over the female lead in Karti-Mohan Raja project

Which hot beauty join Karthi-Mohan Raja project

Since the last few days rumours have been running thick and fast that hot and mesmerising beauty Mrunal Thakur is dating star cricketer Yashaswi Jaiswal who is 10 year younger to her.Reacting to it, Mrunal shared " Bro relax… show me where are we together? How can educated people like you take these rumours to be true? Desh mein kya kuch nahi ho raha hain. Gen Z se kuch sikhiye aur sahi muddon par videos baniye aur jyaada views mileenge (So much is happening in the country. Learn from the Gen Z and make videos on correct topics so that you get more views)."A &nbsp;video that has been doing the rounds on social media, which shows Mrunal and Yashasvi exiting the same Mumbai cafe. Earlier her name was linked to actor Dhanush. At that time a source shared &nbsp;“Mrunal is not getting married next month. This is a rumour which has caught wind."---- Pramod Nandivada

 Is Mrunal dating star cricketer

Mrunal on dating cricketer Yashasvi Jaiswal

&nbsp;&nbsp;Jackie Shroff in Salman SVC63. Currently Salman Khan is busy with his upcoming project under the direction of Vamsi Paidipally. The film is progressing at a brisk pace and Nayanthara is the female lead.Now exciting reports are coming that the makers roped in Bollywood star Jackie Shroff for a powerful role. A source shares &nbsp;"Jackie Shroff starts shooting for the film with Salman Khan today in Mumbai. He has a dynamic role, and is sure to be greeted with seetis and taalis. Contrary to the buzz, he isn't the negative lead, but plays a part pivotal to the film's narrative,"Inside talk is the film has multiple villains like Rahul Dev, Aravind Swami and Abhimanyu Singh. The source adds &nbsp;"It's a film with multiple villains, and the casting for all of it is done. The Indian schedule wraps up by the end of August, following which the team will head to Europe briefly for another schedule, before calling it a wrap,"The film is set for a grand release on Eid 2027. Dil Raju and Shirish with Kuldeep Rathore and Rafi Kazi as the co-producers are bankrolling the project.- Pramod Nandivada