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How Did Manchu Vishnu Recover Kannappa’s Budget Before Release?

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How Did Manchu Vishnu Recover Kannappa’s Budget Before Release?

Manchu Vishnu’s Kannappa has seen many postponements, and it is finally slated for release on 27th June. Meanwhile, the discussion about how Manchu Vishnu recovered Kannappa’s budget before release grew among everyone.

The team is set to release the film’s theatrical trailer very soon. Vishnu may not have directly announced his dream project’s budget number, but he clearly mentioned that it is more than 200 crore.

Kannappa Budget Over 200 Crores

Now everyone’s question is, how did Manchu Vishnu recover Kannappa’s budget before release? Normally, any producer wants to recover the budget before the release itself through theatrical and non-theatrical business.

Vishnu is the producer of the Kannappa movie, and he clearly mentioned that he put all properties in the bank and took the loan to make this movie. In this scenario, any producer will want to sell the film and get out of financial burdens.

Manchu Vishnu takes a risky path for Kannappa

But the Dhee actor is taking a risky path as he is confident in the film’s output. He officially mentioned in a recent interview that OTT platforms did not give the quoted prices, and they are ready to give the same if the movie becomes a hit.

So, he did not sell the film on an outright basis to any OTT platform. There was a deal that, based on theatrical numbers, the OTT price will also be changed. Vishnu mentioned that his film will have an 8-week OTT window, but he did not reveal which OTT platform had a deal for Kannappa with him.

Sri Kala Hasthi Lyrical Video from Manchu Vishnu’s Kannappa

Can Kannappa Prove Manchu Vishnu’s Confidence Right?

Coming to the audio rights, Manchu Vishnu said he does not always sell them on an outright basis and stated that the satellite rights deal is in discussions. The actor-producer seems to be taking a risk regarding the theatrical release as well.

Because he is taking risks with so much confidence in the movie, Manchu Vishnu’s Kannappa budget can not be recovered before release. But as said above, he is confident that the entire budget can be recovered from the theatrical business after release.

Thug Life Day 2 Crash: Bigger Disaster Than Indian 2

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Thug Life Day 2 Crash: Bigger Disaster Than Indian 2

Mani Ratnam and Kamal Haasan’s much-anticipated film, Thug Life, faces tough times at the box office. After a disappointing day 1, Thug Life Day 2 sees an unexpected crash, and it is heading towards a bigger disaster than Indian 2.

The audience could not digest the fact that the most appreciated and respected Nayakan duo delivered such a pointless and pathetic film. That is why they unanimously thrashed and rejected the film. 

Thug Life Box Office: Huge Crash On Day 2

Kamal’s action drama had a below-par start with around 38 Cr gross worldwide on day 1. With the negative word-of-mouth impact, Kamal Haasan’s Thug Life Day 2 sees an unexpected crash, and it is heading towards a bigger disaster than Indian 2.

Surprisingly, Indian 2 at least managed to get some notable numbers till the first weekend, but Thug Life crashed on day 2 itself, shocking the trade circles.

Thug Life heading towards bigger disaster than Indian 2

At this trend, it looks like the film will struggle to even surpass the 100 Cr mark in its full run, whereas Indian-2 managed to collect more than 150 Cr gross.

The difference in the numbers of both films tells how much bigger a disaster Kamal and Mani Ratnam’s film is than the Shankar’s directorial.

Dulquer Salmaan Escapes from Kamal Haasan’s Two Flop Films

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Dulquer Salmaan Escapes from Kamal Haasan’s Two Flop Films

Dulquer Salmaan, the Malayalam actor, is also well known among Telugu and Tamil audiences. The actor came into the news in recent days because of Indian 2 and Thug Life. Netizens hail Dulquer Salmaan as he escapes from Kamal Haasan’s two flop films.

The legendary actor Kamal Haasan scored a massive blockbuster with Vikram (2022), which was also the highest grosser for Tamil Nadu at that time. After that, Kamal faced two big failures with Indian 2 and Thug Life.

Fans Praise Dulquer – The Actor Escapes From Indian 2 and Thug Life

The connection with Dulquer and the above-mentioned films is that he was supposed to act in Siddarth’s role in Indian 2 and in Simbu’s role in Thug Life. However, due to certain reasons, the actor could not work in both films.

Dulquer Salmaan escapes from Kamal Haasan’s Two Flops and does memorable films like Sita Ramam and Lucky Bashkar

However, his decision worked massively for him. Dulquer Salmaan escaped from Kamal Haasan’s two flop films, and he delivered two memorable films that brought him fame and worked at the box office as well.

After rejecting Indian 2, Dulquer did Sita Ramam, which garnered a classic image from audiences and blockbuster status. Instead of doing Thug Life, the Bangalore Days actor did Lucky Bashkar, and the film received rave reviews along with commercial success.

Single Makes Its OTT Debut

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Single Makes Its OTT Debut

Single, the latest entertainer starring Sree Vishnu, became a big blockbuster at the box office and gave the star a perfect comeback. The good news is that the Single movie makes its OTT debut.

The movie is now streaming on Amazon Prime in Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam, and Hindi languages, much to the excitement of OTT viewers. Sree Vishnu’s Single makes its OTT debut.

Sree Vishnu’s Single arrives on Prime Video

Vennela Kishore and Sree Vishnu’s comedy worked well with audiences, and they made it a solid hit at the theaters. Directed by Caarthick Raju, the film has Ketika Sharma and Ivana as female leads.

The film also has VTV Ganesh and Kalpalatha in supporting roles and special cameos from Reba Monica John, Narne Nithin, and Maanasa Choudhary. Produced by Geetha Arts and Kalya Films, with music by Vishal Chandrasekhar, the film can be a perfect entertainer this weekend on OTT.

Lal Salaam Extended Cut Streaming Now

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Lal Salaam Extended Cut Streaming Now

A year after its theatrical release, Aishwarya Rajinikanth’s Lal Salaam has made its way to the digital space. The digital platform, Sunnxt, has acquired the film’s digital rights, and the Lal Salaam extended cut is now streaming on OTT. 

The film, featuring Vishnu Vishal and Vikranth in lead roles with a crucial cameo by Rajinikanth,released in theaters in February 2024, but it failed to impress audiences and critics. Aishwarya Rajinikanth’s Lal Salaam extended cut is now streaming on OTT.

Lal Salaam’s Extended Cut is now streaming on OTT

The popular south digital platform, Sun NXT, made the film available for online streaming. However, the film is available only in Tamil version, and there is no update on the Telugu version yet.

Lal Salaam’s Theatrical Version’s runtime is 2 hr 32 mins, and the SunNXT Version’s runtime will be 2 hr 42 mins. Now we should wait and watch to see whether this extended cut of the film will impress audiences.

The supporting cast includes Senthil, Jeevitha, Thambi Ramaiah, Ananthika Sanilkumar, Vivek Prasanna, and Thangadurai. Backed by Lyca Productions and AR Rahman composed the music for Lal Salaam.

Housefull 5 Movie Review: Has Its Moments Of Laughs

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Housefull 5 Movie Review: Has Its Moments Of Laughs

Movie Name: Housefull 5
Rating: 2.5/5
Cast: Akshay Kumar, Riteish Deshmukh, Abhishek Bachchan, Nargis Fakhri, Jacqueline Fernandez, Sonam Bajwa, Soundarya Sharma, Nana Patekar, Jackie Shroff, Sanjay Dutt, Chunky Pandey, Shreyas Talpade, Fardeen Khan, and others
Director: Tarun Mansukhani
Produced By: Firuzi Khan, Sajid Nadiadwala, Warda Khan Nadiadwala,
Release Date: 6th June 2025

Housefull 5 has generated significant excitement with its lively music and hilarious trailer. It features a remarkable cast that includes Akshay, Riteish Deshmukh, Abhishek Bachchan, Nargis Fakhri, Jacqueline Fernandez, Sonam Bajwa, Soundarya Sharma in the lead roles along with other seniors. Let’s see how this entertainer has been shaped up in our review.

Story:

Millionaire Ranjit Dobriyal (Ranjeet) passes away just before his 100th birthday while on his luxurious cruise. He names his successor, Jolly, and three candidates enter: Julius (Akshay Kumar), Jalbhushan (Abhishek Bachchan), and Jallabuddin (Riteish Deshmukh). As they search for the true Jolly, a violent murder occurs, leaving over a dozen suspects. The remainder of the story revolves around uncovering the real Jolly and identifying the murderer.

Performances:

Akshay Kumar returns to his beloved comedy genre, delivering some hilarious scenes with his dialogue. Riteish Deshmukh adds punchlines, and his dialogue delivery enhances various moments.

Abhishek Bachchan is somewhat sidelined, but his character gains significance towards the climax. Sonam Bajwa, Jacqueline Fernandez, Nargis Fakhri, and Soundarya Sharma are eye candy, looking stunning, but their roles are mainly to add glamour to the film.

Chitrangda Singh, Dino Morea, Fardeen Khan, Nikitan Dheer, and Shreyas Talpade are not fully utilized, while Sanjay Dutt and Jackie Shroff also do not leave a strong impression. Nana Patekar successfully brings the final scenes to life with his humor.

Analysis:

Director Tarun Mansukhani, writer Farhad Samji, and Sajid Nadiadwala tried to balance between comedy and the thrill of a whodunit in the film, Housefull 5. The way the film starts is impressive, as it gets to the point without wasting much time.

The references to Akshay’s character from the old Housefull movies work well, and though there is a feeling of not much happening in the middle parts, the first half somehow holds the attention. 

But the humor weakens in the second half, and the movie feels dragged until it gains momentum near the climax. Many jokes are sexist and filled with innuendos. Women, particularly Soundarya Sharma’s character, are objectified in a way that isn’t humorous.

It is not like someone will expect a social message from a comedy franchise movie, but the jokes/humor could have been more enjoyable if the director used the conflicts and the chaos between the characters rather than taking the easy route of double-meaning jokes.

Positives:

  • Basic Plot
  • A Few Hilarious Moments in the First Half
  • Climax

Negatives:

  • Excessive Usage of Double-Meaning Jokes
  • Dragged Second Half
  • Huge Starcast Not Utilized Properly

Housefull 5 Movie Review and Verdict:

Housefull 5 has its moments of laughs, but the film gets dragged in the second half for the most part and impresses only at the climax. The huge star cast and franchise factor can help the movie at the box office.

Hari Hara Veera Mallu Officially Postponed

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Hari Hara Veera Mallu Officially Postponed

Pawan Kalyan’s Hari Hara Veera Mallu kept coming in the news for its delay in shooting and multiple release dates. Now, the producers officially confirm that Hari Hara Veera Mallu has been postponed.

The makers stated that though the film’s release is a little delayed, it will create history. Pawan Kalyan’s Hari Hara Veera Mallu is postponed, and the team said it will soon come with an official announcement on the release date.

Hari Hara Veera Mallu Postponed – Official Press Release from the makers

‘Hari Hara Veera Mallu’ is one of the most eagerly awaited films of film lovers across the globe. The makers have released an official statement in the wake of the ongoing campaigns and growing speculations about the release of the film.

“Heartfelt thanks to all the fans, well-wishers, and film lovers who stood by the film ‘Hari Hara Veeramallu’ with unwavering patience and confidence.

We are making relentless efforts to bring the film to you by June 12th, which was announced earlier. However, we are informed that we are not able to bring the film to the theatres by that date. 

This decision had to be taken under difficult but unavoidable circumstances. Our endeavor is to make this prestigious film of Power Star Pawan Kalyan garu even better. Taking special care of each frame, we are committed to make it a wonderful film. That’s why we’re taking some more time. We promise to provide a great picture as a reward for your expectations.” 

On the other hand, we have noticed that false news about the film ‘Hari Hara Veeramallu’ is being circulated on social media. A lot of people are writing what they want. We urge everyone not to believe in unverified news and not to spread it.

Please wait for updates related to the film only through our official handles. Until then, don’t think of any propaganda as true.

‘Hari Hara Veeramallu’ has been an amazing journey. Hundreds of artists and technicians are working 24 hours a day to create a miracle on the silver screen. 

This delay may test our patience. But it also suggests that something greater is taking shape. The team is moving ahead with the post-production activities to make every scene surprising, every sound resonating, and every scene memorable forever.

To inform you that the massive and powerful theatrical trailer of ‘Hari Hara Veeramallu’ is going to be released soon.

Trisha Under Fire: Heavy Backlash Online

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Trisha Under Fire: Heavy Backlash Online

Actress Trisha, one of the renowned of South Indian Cinema, recently starred in Kamal and Mani Ratnam’s Thug Life. Trisha under fire as she faces heavy backlash online.

Thug Life, the latest film starring Kamal Haasan and directed by Mani Ratnam released in theaters and received unanimous negative reactions.

Thug Life: Trisha’s Character Faces Trolls

While the film itself has weak content and fans thrashed it, Trisha is fire as she faces heavy backlash online for her role. Even during the trailer release, there was negative response for the actress’s character.

The lack of depth in her character’s role disappoints fans, and they could not digest it being used just for glamor.

In the film, the Varsham actress appears as a woman who has affairs with an old man. Her character seemed aimless to the audience, despite the acceptability of gray characters.

Trolls target Trisha over her insignificant part in Mani Ratnam’s film, claiming it’s the worst of her career.

Netizens hail Dulquer Salmaan and Jayam Ravi’s decision

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Netizens hail Dulquer Salmaan and Jayam Ravi’s decision

Thug Life starring Kamal Haasan and Simbu released today. The film, despite having great expectations, suffered in getting positive reviews and received a below-par report from a major section of audiences. The film is heading towards a disaster. There is also great criticism regarding the direction, writing, and character portrayals of the film. Netizens also pointed out the brave decision of Dulquer Salmaan and Jayam Ravi opting out of the film, who were initially considered for Simbu’s role.

Mollywood Actor, Dulquer Salmaan, was the initial choice for the team to rope him in for the character of Simbu, who played Amar in Thug Life. But the Actor came out of the film, and later the team approached Kollywood Actor Jayam Ravi, who had also exited. The role then finally landed in Simbu’s hands making it his second collaboration with Director Mani Ratnam after their Chekka Chivantha Vaanam.

Simbu’s character appeared dominant in the Trailer and other content of Thug Life that was out before the release. Many thought that he would steal the show when the film was released. But shockingly, his character made no mark, and Netizens have slammed the Actor for agreeing to the role. They also wondered why Simbu showed great interest in this character in such a shabby film.

Netizens also expressed that Dulquer Salmaan and Jayam Ravi haven’t missed acting in this film, but escaped the result just by a miss. This would have been an embarrassment for both Actors, which now Simbu had to face. As Netizens opined, Simbu should have ignored this film right away.

Suriya’s Dream Projects go to others

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Suriya’s Dream Projects go to others

Kollywood Actor Suriya is in a peculiar situation. The Actor has not scored a big blockbuster in recent years, continuing his bad phase theatrically. His recent big-budget flicks, Kanguva and Retro, failed miserably at the box office, disappointing him greatly. Suriya, in the process of finalising his films, has let go of a few exciting projects which have landed in others’ hands now.

Before Kanguva, Suriya planned a big-budget film based on Mahabharatha’s character Karna in Bollywood. This film was planned as a 3-part series. He has also exited Sudha Kongara’s directorial then which has been titled Parasakthi and being made with Siva Karthikeyan now. Karna film was also dropped after the miserable result of Kanguva due to budget constraints.

Kollywood Director Lokesh Kanagaraj also had plans of collaborating with Suriya for a Super Hero based film. This film’s title was also speculated as Irumbu Kai Mayavi then. But, as per sources, this film has been planned with Bollywood Actor Aamir Khan now.

Apart from this, Suriya’s current film, Vaadi Vaasal directed by Vetrimaaran, is said to be dropped and replaced with Simbu in the lead role. If this news comes to be true then it will obviously be a shocker for Suriya, who would miss out on many exciting projects. He is currently working for Suriya 46 directed by Venky Atluri.

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