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Nelson compensated Bloody beggar losses

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The Tamil film ‘Bloody Beggar’, produced by Nelson Dilipkumar’s Filament Pictures and directed by debutant Sivabalan Muthukumar, released during the Diwali season alongside ‘Amaran’ starring Sivakarthikeyan and ‘Brother‘ featuring Jayam Ravi.

Unfortunately, despite high expectations, ‘Bloody Beggar’ underperformed at the box office, facing significant losses in Tamil Nadu, particularly in competition with ‘Amaran’, which emerged as the season’s hit.

In a generous move, producer Nelson compensated Tamil Nadu distributors for their losses, recognizing the film’s shortfall in performance. Despite the financial setback in distribution, the film remains profitable overall for Filament Pictures due to its strong pre-release sales and satellite rights.

However, Nelson gained popularity after he compensated distributors for the film’s losses, showing a rare sense of accountability in the industry. This gesture not only rebuilt his reputation but also boosted audience trust, making his next project eagerly anticipated.

Starring Kavin in a unique, comedic role as a beggar caught in a high-stakes situation, ‘Bloody Beggar’ has elements of black comedy and intense drama, exploring themes of desperation and misfortune. The cast includes Redin Kingsly and Akshaya Hariharan, among others, with music by Jen Martin and cinematography by Sujith Sarang.

Robinhood Teaser releasing tomorrow

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Tollywood Actor, Nithiin is gearing up with the teaser of his upcoming film, Robinhood. The film directed by Venky Kudumula, who also collaborated with the Actor on his blockbuster Bheeshma, also stars Sree Leela in the female lead role. Robinhood Teaser is releasing tomorrow i.e., 14th November at 4:05 PM on YouTube.

Nithiin, as the title of the film suggests, will be playing the role of a Robinhood. This was also shown in the first look poster of the film which released long ago. There are decent expectations on the film due to the hit combo of Nithiin and Venky Kudumula. The Actor wants to score a hit this time again with this film. He has also gone through a series of flops in the recent years. His Extra ordinary Man which released last year became a big flop and the same with Macherla Niyojakavargam.

Nithiin is hoping to give a big comeback with his other release, Thammudu too. Produced by Dil Raju, this film’s first look has also released. Coming to Robinhood, the release date hasn’t come out from the makers. There is a speculation that the team may consider releasing it this year during the Christmas season but nothing stands confirmed yet. So, let’s wait and see.

Ram Gopal Varma accepts case notice happily

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Tollywood Director, Ram Gopal Varma who often ignites big controversies on social media platforms has been under the heat. The Director was recently charged with a notice for allegedly degrading the personality of politician Chandrababu Naidu and his son Lokesh in his directorial, Vyooham. Yesterday, Police have officially handed over the notice and Ram Gopal Varma in his usual style has accpeted them happily with a smile on his face.

This image of him receiving the notice himself with a happy face has gone viral on social media platforms. This could also be Ram Gopal Varma’s style of mocking the notice given by the Police. The Director had actively engaged in online political satires on social media in the last 5 years against Chandrababu Naidu and Pawan Kalyan. Now that Chandrababu Naidu has become the CM of Andhra Pradesh, the police are after him.

We have to see how RGV tackles this case. He is yet to respond about the incident. Going by the image, he may not back off and would continue his charge of satires against these politicians. So, let’s wait and see.

Rana’s new talk show on Prime Video OTT, Check out for more details

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Prime Video is set to bring fans an unprecedented insider look at the lives of their favorite Telugu stars with The Rana Daggubati Show, premiering on November 23. Created, hosted, and executive produced by Rana Daggubati under his banner Spirit Media, this eight-episode unscripted series promises to dive deep into unfiltered conversations with top celebrities like Dulquer Salmaan, Naga Chaitanya, Siddhu Jonnalagadda, Sree Leela, Nani, S.S. Rajamouli, Ram Gopal Varma, and more.

A refreshing twist on traditional talk shows, The Rana Daggubati Show combines candid chats with engaging activities, revealing sides of stars rarely seen by audiences. As each guest opens up to Rana, viewers get a true backstage pass into the world of these icons, complete with laughs, personal stories, and unexpected surprises.

Premiering November 23, the show will release new episodes every Saturday on Prime Video in India and over 240 countries worldwide. According to Nikhil Madhok, Head of Originals at Prime Video India, Rana’s natural charm and authenticity make him the perfect host to connect fans with their favorite stars in a way that is both entertaining and genuine.

Rana Daggubati adds, “This show is all about real connections—just friends hanging out, sharing stories, and having fun. It’s a no-filter, behind-the-scenes experience with the biggest names in the industry, and I can’t wait for audiences worldwide to tune in.” Get ready for The Rana Daggubati Show—a talk show with heart, humor, and an up-close look at the stars you love!

NBK109 Title and Teaser launch event details

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Tollywood Actor, Balakrishna is currently busy with his upcoming film, NBK109. The film directed by Bobby in his first collaboration with the Actor is rumoured to be titled Daaku Maharaj. The team has also readied all the formalities for the official launch of NBK 109 title and teaser and its details are as follows.

The event will take place on 15th November from 9 AM onwards at AMB Cinemas in Hyderabad. The passes for the event were also opened for free for the fans and audiences. The team will interact with the media at the event as well. The film is carrying great buzz due to the combination of Bobby and Balakrishna. The duo is riding high with the blockbuster successes of their previous films.

Bobby will also be happy to collaborate with the one of the veteran Actors of Tollywood. He struck gold by using the same opportunity with Chiranjeevi for Waltair Veerayya last year. The film became a big blockbuster reviving the career of the Director. Now he will be looking to repeat the same magic again with Balakrishna for NBK109. The film is speculated to release during the Sankranthi season next year.

Sree Leela wraps up her song shoot in Pushpa 2

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Actress Sree Leela has surprised all by becoming a part of Pushpa 2 for a special song. The song titled, Kissik will be on the lines of Oo Antava Oo Oo Antava song from the prequel, Pushpa. The song’s shoot image has also leaked online recently going viral on various social media platforms as well. Now, it is known what Sree Leela has wrapped up the shoot shoot.

Sree Leela is currently enjoying a dominant following in Tollywood by grabbing many exciting films. Now she will take this further with the special song in Pushpa 2. She will shake her leg along with Allu Arjun in the song who has always been regarded as one of the best dancers of Tollywood. This song is also expected as one of the major highlights of the film for the same reason as well.

Sree Leela has also become a nationwide popular personality with her recent chartbuster Kurchi Madathapetti song from Guntur Kaaram. She received great praise for her grace and glamour in the song thereby prompting the makers of Pushpa 2 to consider her for this special song. It was also rumoured that Shraddha Kapoor was approached for this song. But it didn’t materialise until Sree Leela’s entry. Pushpa 2 is slated for release this 5th December worldwide.

Suriya faces another embarrassment in Kanguva promotions

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Kollywood Actor, Suriya is gearing up for the release of his Kanguva. The film is releasing tomorrow worldwide amid great expectations also projected as a Pan Indian biggie by the makers. Likewise, the team of Kanguva, yesterday, took part in promotional activities in Mumbai where Suriya faced a bitter embarrassment. This is his second one in Kanguva’s promotional actitvies suprisingly. This is now going viral on social media platforms.

Suriya along with the team of Kanguva arrived late to the venue hall where the Q&A promotions were to take place. A media reporter who was present there had vented out his frustration directly at Suriya for arriving late. This came as a shocker to the Actor who replied telling him that they were very busy with the promotional activities everywhere which caused the late arrival. But the reporter wasn’t satisfied with this and still argued with Suriya.

The Actor earlier too was irked by a Kannada Medie reporter who asked him why he had to opt out of a clash with Vettaiyan but decided to clash with Bhairathi Rangal starring Kannada Veteran Actor Shiva Raj Kumar. Suriya gave contrasting answers to this as well then. He was also asked why Kannada films were not getting required screens in Tamil Nadu compared to Tamil films in Karnataka. This too put Suriya in an embarrassment.

Dulquer Salman: The New Favorite for Telugu Film Producers

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The landscape for Telugu producers working with tier-2 heroes has grown more challenging in recent times. With OTT platforms now becoming selective and less willing to pay high prices, producers can’t depend on guaranteed streaming revenue.

Theatrically, many tier-2 films are struggling to achieve even modest returns. This financial uncertainty is leading to significant losses for producers, and as a result, numerous films are getting shelved despite substantial investments.

In this climate, Dulquer Salmaan stands out as a promising alternative for Telugu producers. His pan-Indian popularity, spanning Telugu, Tamil, and his native Malayalam audiences, gives him a significant edge. This cross-language appeal makes it easier for producers to secure favorable OTT deals, as Dulquer’s movies tend to draw viewers across the country.

A recent example of this phenomenon is his film Lucky Bhaskar. While it may not have performed as expected in the Telugu market, it has achieved impressive worldwide numbers, approaching a 100 crore gross—a milestone that few tier-2 heroes manage to reach. Dulquer’s reach in multiple South Indian languages allows his films to thrive even if one market falls short; the success in other regions often compensates.

For these reasons, Telugu producers are increasingly leaning towards Dulquer, recognizing that his wide-ranging popularity offers more security than relying solely on tier-2 heroes within the Telugu industry. This shift reflects a strategic move towards more stable, pan-regional appeal in an unpredictable market.

Rajinikanth’s Coolie release date locked

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Coolie, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, is swiftly becoming one of the most anticipated films in Indian cinema. Fans are ecstatic about the film, which stars Superstar Rajinikanth and includes Nagarjuna, Aamir Khan, and Upendra.

With such formidable talent, Coolie has the potential to break box office records, potentially even reaching the elusive 1000 crore level. The industry is excited to see if this film would be a watershed moment in South Indian filmmaking.

The team behind Coolie has picked May 1st as the release date to take advantage of the summer break season. The prolonged weekend could increase ticket sales, allowing the film to reach a larger audience over multiple days. However, Coolie will have heavy competition from Hit 3, starring Nani, which is also scheduled for May 1st release.

This head-to-head duel is building up to be one of the year’s most heated box office races. With Coolie carrying massive expectations due to its star-studded cast and scale, many predict it might dominate screens, potentially overshadowing Hit 3.

Still, Nani’s film has a strong fan base, and it will be interesting to see if both films can find success during this high-stakes showdown. The coming months will reveal whether Coolie and Hit 3 can both hold their ground in this fiercely competitive release window.

Release Issues for Kanguva in Nizam

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Mythri Movie Makers, who recently acquired the Nizam rights for Kanguva, initially promised a record-breaking release with exclusive shows, a highlight at the pre-release event.

However, it now appears that even securing a decent number of screens might be challenging. One reason is the strong performance of Diwali releases that continue to draw audiences, alongside the competition from Matka, which is scheduled to release on the same day.

A more pressing concern, however, seems to stem from disagreements over profit-sharing terms. Sources indicate that Mythri Movies has requested a shift in the percentage terms with exhibitors, which has not been well-received. Asian Cinemas and PVR, some of the key players in the distribution network, are reportedly reluctant to accept Mythri’s proposed terms, resulting in a delay in opening bookings for Kanguva.

The exhibitors’ resistance is significant enough that ongoing discussions are attempting to resolve the issue, although it remains unclear whether an agreement will be reached in time.

Unfortunately, this isn’t the first instance where Mythri Movies has encountered distribution challenges in the Nizam region, with similar issues having affected previous releases as well. It remains to be seen whether the parties involved can come to a consensus, allowing for a smooth release of Kanguva in the region.