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Youth Review: A Decent Coming-of-Age Movie

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Youth Review: A Decent Coming-of-Age Movie
Movie Name Youth
Rating 2.75/5
Cast Ken Karunaas, Anishma Anilkumar, Devadarshini Chetan, Suraj Venjaramoodu, Priyanshi Yadav
Director Ken Karunaas
Produced By Paarvathaa Entertainments
Release Date 26th March, 2026

Ken Karunaas directs and stars in Youth, a coming-of-age movie that has generated proper buzz with its promotions. The film was released last week in Tamil, and after tasting success there, it arrived in Telugu today.

Story

The story of the film, Youth, is about a high-school boy who does not have any serious goals in life, and he just wants to experience love. He is more than excited when two girls fall in love with him, but he gets to understand the reality of life because of some incidents.

Performances

Ken Karunaas does a good job in the lead role and delivers what is needed according to the situation. Anishma Anilkumar (Sirai Fame), Meenakshi Dinesh, and Priyanshi Yadav all perfectly suit their roles and deliver convincing performances. Suraj Venjaramoodu and Devadarshini are too good in the hero’s parents’ roles and provide the needed impact.

Analysis

Ken Karunas, who is the lead of the film Youth, is also the writer and director. He took a very simple story and narrated it with a generational template. One can easily predict where the film is heading within the first 10-15 minutes, and the film goes on the same expected note.

But what works for the film is the apt casting for the Hero, female leads, and friend characters in an intermediate college setup. The first half has some hilarious moments, and though some appear a bit silly, they go on with the flow. The second half, as expected, mixes the emotional angle with parents’ scenes and the hero realizing the importance of education or life; all the scenes follow a known path, with the crucial moments working well, including the climax.

Besides performances, the music by GV Prakash is also a good plus point for the film. The songs add a nice feel and energy, while the background music is also perfect.

If you enjoy films that explore teenage emotions and family dynamics, you might also appreciate other recent releases like Saindhav which similarly balances emotion and entertainment.

Positives

  • Performances
  • Comedy Scenes in the first half
  • Second Half Screenplay

Negatives

  • Predictable Setup/Scenes
  • A Few Dragged Moments

Final Verdict

Youth is a familiar yet watchable coming-of-age drama by Ken Karunas. The story is predictable, but apt casting, enough mix of entertainment and emotions make the film a decent watch.

Ram Charan’s Peddi Pehalwan Glimpse Stuns on Birthday

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Ram Charan’s Peddi Pehalwan Glimpse Stuns on Birthday

Till now, every promotional piece from Ram Charan and Buchi Babu‘s Peddi has landed well, and the latest Peddi Pehalwan glimpse — dropped on Charan’s birthday — has once again impressed everyone.

A Pan-Indian Event Film Makes Its Statement

Promotional content defines whether a film is a commercial entertainer or a true event film. With this outstanding Pehalwan glimpse, Peddi firmly announces itself as one of the biggest pan-Indian spectacles from Tollywood.

Ram Charan delivers a stunning transformation — nothing short of sensational. Buchi Babu continues to exceed expectations with his vision, and this glimpse isn’t just impressive: it’s a massive statement, setting the stage for a full-blown cinematic storm.

Peddi’s Promotional Run Has Been Flawless

Peddi‘s promotional campaign has been consistently strong. Before this glimpse, Rai Rai Raa Raa had set a new YouTube record with 29.22 million views in 24 hours. The Peddi teaser had already established the scale — this glimpse confirms it.

Ramayana Release Date Confirmed: Major Update on Hanuman Jayanti

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Ramayana Release Date Confirmed: Major Update on Hanuman Jayanti

Amid a lack of regular updates, several rumors began circulating about the release of the highly anticipated film Ramayana. Putting an end to all the speculation, the makers have now officially confirmed that a major update will be revealed on the auspicious occasion of Hanuman Jayanti.

Official Announcement from Ramayana Makers

Producer Namit Malhotra shared a heartfelt message, calling Ramayana a story that belongs to everyone. He emphasized that the team has worked with deep responsibility, devotion, and sincerity to bring this epic to life in its truest spirit and grand scale.

Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, Ramayana is an ambitious two-part cinematic adaptation of the Indian epic. The film stars Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram, Sai Pallavi as Sita, and Yash as Ravana.

Ramayana Release Date: Diwali 2026 Confirmed

The makers have confirmed that there is no change in the release plan. Against all rumors, Ramayana: Part 1 is set to hit the big screens during Diwali 2026, followed by Part 2 in 2027.

Planned on a massive scale, the project has been in development for over a decade and promises a visually stunning experience with extensive VFX. The music is being composed by the legendary duo A. R. Rahman and Hans Zimmer.

Hanuman Jayanti Special Glimpse

Adding to the excitement, a special glimpse of the film will be unveiled on April 2, coinciding with Hanuman Jayanti. The team is also planning a grand launch event with fans across the world to celebrate this milestone.

With its scale, star cast, and emotional depth, Ramayana has the potential to set new benchmarks and challenge existing Indian box office records. The confirmation of the Diwali 2026 release date has brought clarity to fans who were concerned about potential delays.

Dhurandhar Franchise Creates History: Both Films Cross ₹1000 Cr

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Dhurandhar Franchise Creates History: Both Films Cross ₹1000 Cr

The Dhurandhar franchise has achieved an unprecedented milestone in Indian cinema. With both Part 1 and Part 2 becoming massive blockbusters, the franchise has become the first in Indian film history to have two films cross the ₹1000 crore gross mark worldwide.

A Historic Box Office Achievement

This remarkable feat sets the Dhurandhar franchise apart from every other film series in Indian cinema. Both Part 1 collected ₹1000 crore gross worldwide, and Part 2 has now joined it in the elite club, making this the only franchise to achieve this distinction.

The most stunning aspect of this achievement is the timeline — both films were released within a 3-month gap, demonstrating phenomenal audience response and sustained box office power. This kind of back-to-back success is exactly what the industry needs to revive theatrical footfalls.

What Makes This Franchise Special

The exceptional content and massive audience love for both installments have created a rare phenomenon at the box office. While other successful franchises continue to expand in Indian cinema, none have achieved the dual ₹1000 crore milestone that Dhurandhar has accomplished.

Dhurandhar has effectively brought Bollywood back to top form at the box office, proving that strong content and franchise appeal can drive unprecedented numbers even in competitive release windows. The franchise’s success comes at a time when major releases are setting new benchmarks across Indian cinema.

Dhurandhar 2 Fastest to 1000 Cr: Ties With Pushpa 2 in 8 Days

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Dhurandhar 2 Fastest to 1000 Cr: Ties With Pushpa 2 in 8 Days

After creating multiple box office records, Aditya Dhar and Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar 2 (Dhurandhar: The Revenge) became the fastest Indian film to reach ₹1000 Cr gross worldwide, tying with Pushpa 2. Both films achieved this milestone in just 8 days.

Fastest Indian Films to ₹1000 Cr Worldwide

The race to ₹1000 Cr gross has become a prestigious benchmark in Indian cinema. Here’s how the top films stack up:

Pushpa 2: 8 Days

Dhurandhar 2: 8 Days

Baahubali 2: 10 Days

RRR: 17 Days

KGF 2: 17 Days

Jawan: 19 Days

Dhurandhar: 24 Days

Pathaan: 27 Days

Kalki 2898 AD: 29 Days

Aamir Khan’s Dangal also crossed the ₹1000 Cr mark worldwide, but achieved the milestone only after its China release, making it a different trajectory compared to the domestic-driven blockbusters.

Dhurandhar 2 Box Office Rampage Continues

The film’s momentum shows no signs of slowing down. Trade analysts are closely monitoring its second week performance, with expectations that Dhurandhar 2 will cross several more milestones in the coming days.

The Aditya Dhar directorial has shattered records across markets, establishing itself alongside Pushpa 2's historic run as one of the fastest-grossing Indian films of all time.

Maruthi Accepts Reality, Harish Shankar Refuses to Accept Failure

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Maruthi Accepts Reality, Harish Shankar Refuses to Accept Failure

This year, Maruthi with The Raja Saab and Harish Shankar with Ustaad Bhagat Singh made bold statements before release, claiming they were bringing back vintage Prabhas and vintage Pawan Kalyan. They promised a feast for fans and said the films would exceed all expectations.

However, audiences rejected both films. It was surprising to see how different the actual content was compared to the directors’ statements.

The Raja Saab and Ustaad Bhagat Singh Box Office Performance

The Raja Saab ended up as one of the biggest failures in Prabhas‘s career, while Ustaad Bhagat Singh turned out to be a major disaster for Pawan Kalyan as well. Despite initial promotional hype, both films failed to connect with audiences.

At least Maruthi maintained silence after seeing audience feedback and accepted the reality of the situation.

Harish Shankar’s Response to the Failure

The shocking part is Harish Shankar — even after the film recorded lower collections than disasters like Bro: The Avatar and Hari Hara Veera Mallu, he is still projecting Ustaad Bhagat Singh as a great film and his best work.

Industry observers noted that Harish Shankar‘s refusal to acknowledge the film’s shortcomings stands in stark contrast to Maruthi‘s approach. While Maruthi quietly moved on after The Raja Saab‘s poor performance, Harish Shankar continued defending his work despite disappointing reception from audiences and critics.

Impact on Future Projects

This attitude is making people feel that Harish Shankar is still not in touch with reality like Maruthi, and this disconnect may affect his career going forward. The director’s inability to accept criticism could impact his relationships with producers and stars for future collaborations.

Dhurandhar Netflix Viewership Hits 26.3M: Part 1 Surges After Sequel Release

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Dhurandhar Netflix Viewership Hits 26.3M: Part 1 Surges After Sequel Release

Ever since Dhurandhar 2 (Dhurandhar: The Revenge) arrived in theaters, the film has been registering massive collections at the box office. But its predecessor, Dhurandhar, is still continuing its superb response on OTT via Dhurandhar Netflix.

Dhurandhar Netflix Viewership Breakdown

The original Dhurandhar has now accumulated a staggering 26.3 million views on Netflix, with the 8th week showing a remarkable surge following the theatrical release of its sequel.

Dhurandhar Netflix Viewership

WeekViews
1st Week7.6 Million
2nd Week8.2 Million
3rd Week2.9 Million
4th Week2 Million
5th Week1.3 Million
6th Week1 Million
7th Week1 Million
8th Week2.3 Million
Total26.3 Million

The film previously broke all-time Netflix records during its initial streaming weeks, establishing itself as one of the platform’s biggest Indian success stories.

Dhurandhar 2 Impact on Part 1 Streaming

The 8th week saw a significant 2.3 million views — a big push driven by the theatrical release of Dhurandhar 2. This sequel effect demonstrates strong audience interest in revisiting the original film before watching the new installment.

The film trended in Netflix’s Global Top 10 (Non-English Films) for 8 consecutive weeks, a rare achievement that set new benchmarks for Indian cinema on OTT.

Right now, be it on Netflix or in the theatres, it’s all over Dhurandhar Mania. Meanwhile, the trade is closely watching Dhurandhar 2 box office performance on the second weekend to see if the sequel can match or surpass the original’s massive ₹1300 Cr+ theatrical run.

Priyanka Mohan’s Made in Korea: A Superhit on Netflix

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Priyanka Mohan’s Made in Korea: A Superhit on Netflix

Priyanka Mohan’s latest film, Made in Korea, has emerged as a massive OTT success on Netflix, recording stunning viewership numbers within its first two weeks of streaming.

Record-Breaking Netflix Performance

Made in Korea, starring Priyanka Mohan in the lead, started streaming on Netflix on March 12. In its opening week (March 12–15), the film clocked an impressive 4.1 million views. The numbers skyrocketed in its second week (March 16–22), recording a massive 6.7 million views, taking the total to 10.8 million views in just 11 days.

Global Recognition and Rankings

The film achieved remarkable milestones on the streaming platform, ranking #1 in the Global Non-English films category for two consecutive weeks. Made in Korea also trended in the Top 10 across 54 countries and became the #1 movie in 6 countries, showcasing its widespread appeal among international audiences.

Director Ra Karthik expressed his happiness and joy on his film receiving such overwhelming love from digital audiences. This success further cements Priyanka Mohan’s growing presence in Netflix originals, establishing her as a bankable performer on OTT platforms.

Krithi Shetty and Keerthy Suresh in Anil Ravipudi’s Next

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Krithi Shetty and Keerthy Suresh in Anil Ravipudi’s Next

Director Anil Ravipudi, after delivering a sensational box office hit with Man Shankara Vara Prasad Garu, is set for a crazy multistarrer with Venkatesh and Kalyan Ram. The film has already created a huge buzz among audiences ever since its announcement, and the latest reports about the film’s heroines are raising the hype to the next level.

Krithi Shetty Opposite Kalyan Ram

It is being reported that Uppena fame Krithi Shetty has been roped in as one of the female leads. According to the latest buzz, she will be paired opposite Kalyan Ram in the film. Krithi Shetty has been waiting for a solid success for a long time, and landing a role in an Anil Ravipudi film is certainly a big opportunity for her career.

Keerthy Suresh to Romance Venkatesh

On the other hand, Keerthy Suresh will play the female lead opposite Venkatesh in the film. The combination of Keerthy Suresh and Venkatesh under Anil Ravipudi’s direction is expected to bring a fresh dynamic to the screen. As mentioned earlier, the crazy multistarrer from Anil Ravipudi is already having a big craze, and the buzz regarding the heroines adds more hype to it.

Sankranti 2027 Release Planned

Currently, pre-production work for the film is progressing at a brisk pace. Anil Ravipudi is planning to take the project onto floors soon and release it as a Sankranti 2027 festive treat. Sankranti has always been a lucky season for the director, delivering consistent hits during the festive window.

70th Filmfare Awards South Records Shockingly Low 1 TRP

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70th Filmfare Awards South Records Shockingly Low 1 TRP

The 70th Filmfare Awards South were held on 21 February 2026 at the Adlux International Convention Centre in Kochi, and shockingly received poor TRP ratings. In urban areas, the 70th Filmfare Awards South Telugu ceremony recorded just 1 TRP, while urban+rural combined reached only 0.74 TRP.

Award Shows Face Unexpected Viewership Decline

Usually, award shows have a good response with TV viewers, but the 70th Filmfare Awards South show turned out to be a disaster on television. The low ratings raise questions about audience engagement with regional award ceremonies.

Pushpa 2 Dominates Telugu Category

The 70th Filmfare Awards South (2026) celebrated excellence in Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Kannada cinema in Kochi, Kerala. Pushpa 2: The Rule, which already brought big box office success, also dominated Telugu awards, while Amaran (Tamil) and Aadujeevitham (Malayalam) won major honours. Top acting awards went to Allu Arjun, Sivakarthikeyan, Sai Pallavi, and Mammootty.

Telugu Cinema Winners at the 70th Filmfare Awards:

  • Best Film: Pushpa 2: The Rule
  • Best Director: Sukumar (Pushpa 2: The Rule)
  • Best Film (Critics): Lucky Baskhar (Venky Atluri)
  • Best Actor in a Leading Role (Male): Allu Arjun (Pushpa 2: The Rule)
  • Best Actor (Critics): Teja Sajja (Hanu-Man)
  • Best Actress in a Leading Role (Female): Nivetha Thomas (35 Chinna Katha Kaadu)
  • Best Actress (Critics): Kajal Aggarwal (Satyabhama)
  • Best Supporting Actor: Amitabh Bachchan (Kalki 2898 AD)
  • Best Supporting Actress: Anjali (Gangs of Godavari)
  • Best Music Album: Devi Sri Prasad (Pushpa 2: The Rule)
  • Best Lyrics: Ramjogayya Sastry for “Chuttamalle” (Devara: Part 1)
  • Best Playback Singer (Male): Sri Krishna for “Kurchi Madathapetti” (Guntur Kaaram)
  • Best Playback Singer (Female): Shilpa Rao for “Chuttamalle” (Devara: Part 1)
  • Best Choreography: Sekhar Master for “Kurchi Madathapetti” (Guntur Kaaram)
  • Best Debut Director: Yadhu Vamsi (Committee Kurrollu)
  • Best Debut Male: Sandeep Saroj (Committee Kurrollu)
  • Best Debut Female: Nayan Sarika (Gam Gam Ganesha)
  • Best Production Design: Nitin Zihani Choudhary (Kalki 2898 AD)
  • Ramakrishna & Monika (Pushpa 2: The Rule)

Other Regional Winners

Amaran (Tamil) led with eight awards, followed by Pushpa 2: The Rule (Telugu) and Aadujeevitham (Malayalam) with five awards each. The awards celebrated regional cinema excellence across South India.

Special Achievement: Amitabh Bachchan won the Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor (Telugu) for his role in Kalki 2898 AD, marking a rare crossover recognition. Critics’ Choice in Tamil went to Aravind Swami (Meiyazhagan) and Anna Ben (Kottukkaali).

The ceremony also recognized emerging talent and established icons across four major South Indian film industries, despite the disappointing television viewership numbers.

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