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Nikhil’s Karthikeya- 2 satellite and OTT deal closed

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Nikhil’s Karthikeya- 2 satellite and OTT deal closed

It is a known fact that Nikhil’s superhit Karthikeya is getting its sequel soon. The 2014 movie turned out to be a sleeper hit and fetched great reviews to Nikhil for his mature performance. The success of the first part has propelled the makers to release the film in multiple languages.

Chandoo Mondeti who directed the original will be handling Karthikeya 2. The interest among the trade circles has been quite high and the OTT and satellite deals have already been closed. Zee Studios have bagged both the rights for Rs 16 crores which is a great start to the film.

Karthikeya 2 will see Anupama Parameswaran joining the cast while Nikhil and Swati will continue their original roles. Kaala Bhairava is composing the music for this supernatural thriller. Interestingly, Nikhil and Anupama Parameswaran will be seen together in ’18 Pages’ as well.

Rajamouli Working Full Time For Mahesh Babu Film

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Rajamouli Working Full Time For Mahesh Babu Film

SS Rajamouli and Mahesh Babu’s magnum opus project had been in the discussions phase for a long period of time. Just a few weeks ago, the news was finally confirmed that Mahesh and Rajamouli will officially be collaborating for a film. Mahesh Babu fans and movie lovers, in general, could not hold back their excitement.

We are all aware of Rajamouli’s directing prowess but a lesser-known fact is that his father, K Vijayendra Prasad has written the screenplay for all of his films, including the Bahubali franchise and RRR. They have worked on some crazy projects together and leveled up with each film.

This next project with Mahesh Babu is going to be even grander and ambitious. Rajamouli has begun working on the script with Vijayendra Prasad. Ever since the postponement of RRR due to COVID-19, Rajamouli has completely shifted his focus to his next with Mahesh.

Coming to the script of the movie, it is an action drama with an African background. Major portions of the film will be shot in the jungles of Africa. The rest of the cast and crew are yet to be confirmed.

No celebrations for Allu Arjun’s blockbuster Pushpa?

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No celebrations for Allu Arjun’s blockbuster Pushpa?

Scoring a massive success in today’s age is a rare feat. It is even rarer to see a film crossing 50 days theatrical run. When a star hero’s film achieves such a feat, the fans usually celebrate such an event in a grand manner with special screenings and festivities at theatres. This happened with Balakrishna’s recent superhit Akhanda. However, the same was missing in the case of Allu Arjun’s Pushpa.

Allu Arjun’s Pushpa may not have been a huge success in Telugu, but the film did a terrific job in other languages. It exceeded expectations at the box office in other languages.

The film has hit the Rs 100 crore net mark in Hindi. Similarly, it has crossed Rs 30 crores gross in Tamil. Pushpa is also a roaring success in Kerala having grossed the Rs 10 crores mark.

Mythri Movie Makers even released a poster celebrating the film grossing Rs 365 crores in 50 days. This massive achievement not being celebrated in a grand manner is what’s confusing many.

Pawan Kalyan’s Bheemla Nayak Business Is Booming

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Pawan Kalyan’s Bheemla Nayak Business Is Booming

Pawan Kalyan’s Bheemla Nayak has been embroiled in controversies ever since the announcement of the film. First, there were questions raised over Pawan Kalyan’s habit of remaking past hits, then there were multiple clashes with biggies due to release dates.

Bheemla Nayak was originally planned to release on the occasion of Sankranthi but was postponed due to RRR and Radhe Shyam. Now, the makers have announced either February 25th or April 1st as the release dates for the movie. The film is almost nearing its completion and post-production work is expected to be finished by 15th February.

The inside talk of the movie has been super positive and Pawan Kalyan has also been flattered by the final output. It has been a long while since we have seen Pawan Kalyan’s mass avatar. The trade and audiences are eagerly waiting and are confident in the success of the film.

The distributors are also ready to give whatever price the producer has quoted without any negotiations. In fact, there is a higher possibility that the rates may increase if the AP government allows for ticket hikes. The Andhra Business has been quoted at a massive 40 crores, Nizam at 30 crores, and Ceeded at 15 crores.

The makers of the film are waiting for 100% occupancy in theatres. If occupancy restrictions and night curfew are lifted, the film is all set to release on February 25th, giving it a massive advantage. There will be no competition for the film in the Telugu states.

The overall worldwide business of the film will be around 100 crores, which is a table profit for the producers. With OTT, satellite, and dubbing rights, the makers can fetch a minimum of 50 crores at least.

Valimai getting super positive reviews from Hindi trade circles

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Valimai getting super positive reviews from Hindi trade circles

Kollywood star Ajith’s much-awaited action thriller Valimai is all set to release on 24th February. The action-thriller will feature Ajith in a cop role after a long time. Valimai is one of the most eagerly awaited Tamil biggies and fans’ anticipation is at an all-time high.

Madurai-based Gopuram films have bought entire TN rights for a whopping Rs 72 crores. This is the highest pre-release business for a movie post-Corona lockdown. Similarly, the buzz for this action thriller in the Hindi trade circles is also great.

The film is releasing pan India wide in Tamil, Telugu and Hindi. Producer Boney Kapoor arranged a special screening for the Bollywood trade circles and the response has been amazing. The select few who have already watched the film are already terming it a blockbuster with special praise for the action scenes featuring Ajith.

Directed by H Vinoth, Ajith’s Valimai also stars Huma Qureshi and Karthikeya Gummakonda. Yuvan Shankar Raja is scoring the music. Boney Kapoor has produced this action entertainer. This is the second collaboration between Boney and Ajith after the 2019 courtroom drama ‘Nerkonda Parvai’.

Naga Chaitanya’s Thank You Gearing Up For Release

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Naga Chaitanya’s Thank You Gearing Up For Release

Ever since the first look and glimpse of Thank You, the film has created a lot of excitement among fans and movie lovers. Naga Chaitanya’s first look from Thank You is different from anything else he has ever attempted. He is playing the role of a happy man who is seen enjoying the joys of a child in the first glimpse.

The makers also released a new look from the film that has gone very well with netizens. Fans are loving his bearded and mature look from the film.

The team has recently completed the shooting of the film in Moscow and it is nearing release. The makers are considering a release date of April 1st for the film.

Thank You is a romantic comedy that will have its fair share of twists and turns like every Vikram film. Director Vikram Kumar has proven his expertise in rom-coms before in the very entertaining Ishq. He will be looking to add Thank You also to the list.

The film also stars Raashi Khanna, Malavika Nair and Avika Gor in the lead roles. BVS Ravi has written the screenplay for the film. Dil Raju is the producer of the film. Thaman S is the music director of the movie.

Akhil’s Agent Planning For A Telugu And Hindi Release

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Akhil’s Agent Planning For A Telugu And Hindi Release

After the release of Most Eligible Bachelor, Akhil has established himself as a bankable actor in Tollywood. He has shown that he can attract the masses to the theatres as long as the content is good.

Due to the success of Most Eligible Bachelor, Akhil’s next movie Agent will have both a Telugu as well as a Hindi release. But only time will tell if Akhil has a big enough market in Hindi to be able to penetrate to the Northern audience.

Agent is the most ambitious project in Akhil’s career and has been shot on a huge budget. It is touted to be a spy-thriller where Akhil plays the role of an Agent. The film also stars Malayalam legendary actor Mammooty, Sakshi Vaidya. Vakkantham Vamsi has written the screenplay for the film and Surender Reddy is the director of the film. Hiphop Tamizha is the music director of the movie.

Tollywood Movie Marathon to Begin with these 10 Releases in February

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Tollywood Movie Marathon to Begin with these 10 Releases in February

2021 has been one of, if not the best year for Telugu cinema in terms of reception and success at the box office. Many small and large-scale films have done exceedingly well. Jathi Ratnalu, Raja Raja Chora and then Akhanda, Pushpa-The Rise.

Telugu cinema was on track to have an even better year in 2022 with a massive lineup of films. The year was all set to start off with a bang with RRR and Radhe Shyam but due to the rise in COVID-19 cases in the country, all major films were postponed.

But, theatres have started opening up again, and here is a list of Upcoming Telugu releases for February:

Khiladi – 11th Feb

FIR – 11th Feb

Sehari – 11th Feb

DJ Tillu – 12th Feb

Son Of India – 18th Feb

Virgin Story – 18th Feb

Valimai – 24th Feb

Sebastian PC 524 – 25th Feb

Aadavallu Meeku Johaarlu – 25th Feb

BheemlaNayak – 25th Feb or April 1st

That was the complete list of upcoming Telugu releases for the month of February.

India’s Nightingale Lata Mangeshkar Passes Away At 92

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India’s Nightingale Lata Mangeshkar Passes Away At 92

Lata Mangeshkar is undeniably the most celebrated singer in the country. She has given her blissful voice for more than 1000 songs in 36 languages in a career spanning over 80+ years.

The singer passed away on Sunday in Mumbai at the age of 92. She was declared dead at the Breach Candy hospital at 8:12 AM. She was admitted to the hospital at the start of the year due to COVID-19 and was recovering well. But due to her previous lung conditions, she suffered from complications, and despite best efforts from doctors, she could not make it.

The Ministry of Home Affairs has announced two-day national mourning in memory of the legendary singer. The government also added that the National flag will fly at half-mast for two days as a mark of respect.

The mortal remains of Lata Mangeshkar are to be taken to her residence around 12:30. Her body will be kept there for two hours. The last rites with full State honors will be conducted at Shivaji Park at 6:30 PM today.

PM Narendra Modi praises Telugu cinema

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PM Narendra Modi praises Telugu cinema

Prime Minister Narendra Modi appreciated Telugu cinema for its contribution in propagating Indian culture to the whole world. He was speaking at the inauguration ceremony of the ‘Statue of Unity’ in Hyderabad. The 216 feet statue of Hindu saint Ramanujacharya was inaugurated in Muchintal village to mark the Ramanujacharya Millennium Program.

Speaking about Telugu cinema Modi said, “Today, the Telugu film industry shining bright in its all glory. This industry is not just confined to the places where Telugu is spoken, but it has expanded globally. From the silver screen to the OTT platforms, the creativity of Telugu cinema has become a talking point. The preservation of culture and honoring our traditions by the Telugu people is an inspiration to all.”

Modi’s praise of Tollywood has come as a shot in the arm to Tollywood which has been making some path-breaking blockbusters and establishing many records in the recent past.

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