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Ustaad Bhagat Singh: From Remake to a Completely New Story

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Ustaad Bhagat Singh: From Remake to a Completely New Story

Ever since Pawan Kalyan and Harish Shankar’s Ustaad Bhagat Singh was announced, there has been suspense about whether the film is an official remake of Thalapathy Vijay’s blockbuster Theri or not.

Director Harish Shankar earlier hinted that the movie is not a full remake, but he did not speak much about it afterwards.

Ustaad Bhagat Singh is not a remake; it’s a celebration of Pawan Kalyan

Recently, Mythri Movie Makers producer Ravi finally cleared the suspense and confirmed that Ustaad Bhagat Singh is not a remake, saying that the script has been completely changed.

The producer also shared that the film will exceed expectations because of its strong content. He compared it to films like Kushi and OG, suggesting that it will be a grand treat for fans.

Fans have high hopes for Harish Shankar, who is himself a big Pawan Kalyan admirer. They expect him to showcase the star in a powerful manner, similar to what he did in Gabbar Singh, which was the official remake of Salman Khan’s Dabangg.

Baahubali: The Epic Coming to OTT

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Baahubali: The Epic Coming to OTT

Baahubali The Epic (the combined film of both Part 1 and Part 2) was released in theaters as a rerelease and did well at the box office, and now the biggie is all set to arrive on OTT platforms soon.

Naturally, there was a good buzz surrounding the re-release of Baahubali, and it collected over 50 Cr gross, emerging as the biggest grosser in re-releases. However, there were high expectations for the film to reach 100 Cr, which it ultimately did not achieve.

The people are eagerly anticipating this film’s digital release, and the buzz is that Baahubali: The Epic will stream on two OTT platforms, Jio Hotstar and Netflix, in all languages in early December. An official update is expected very soon regarding the same.

Rakul Preet Exposes WhatsApp Impersonator

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Rakul Preet Exposes WhatsApp Impersonator

In a bold move on social media, actor Rakul Preet Singh has cautioned her followers about an impersonator who is currently messaging people on WhatsApp from a number that’s not hers. She asked her followers to quickly block the fake account and steer clear of random chats.

Her X post read, “Hi guys… it’s come to my notice that someone is impersonating me on WhatsApp and chatting with people. Please notice this isn’t my number, and do not engage in any random conversations. Kindly block. (in the original).”

These kinds of things are getting often repeated nowadays. A few days ago, Shriya Saran also faced the same problem, and now Rakul Preet Singh exposes her impersonator.

The most recent role for Rakul was in Ajay Devgn’s ‘De De Pyaar De 2,’ released in 2025. Anshul Sharma directs the film, which showcases R. Madhavan, Gautami Kapoor, Jaaved Jaaferi, Meezaan Jafri, and several other key actors in significant roles.

Thalaivar 173: Director Finally Locked?

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Thalaivar 173: Director Finally Locked?

There has been a small quest for the director of Thalaivar 173, Rajinikanth’s next film under the production of Kamal Haasan. Initially, Sundar C was all set to take on this project, but he left it, citing creative differences.

Later, the names of multiple directors emerged for this film, and finally Rajinikanth is said to be showing interest in collaborating with Parking movie director Ramkumar Balakrishnan.

“Parking” was a commercial success and received critical acclaim. The director was initially set to work with Simbu, but that didn’t happen. Now, the news is that he has adapted the same story, making changes to suit Rajinikanth, and has narrated it to him.

Reportedly, Rajinikanth has liked the script, and there are increased chances for Ramkumar Balakrishnan to become the director of Thalaivar 173. The official announcement is expected on Rajinikanth’s birthday, December 12th, with the shoot expected to begin in March 2026.

Devara 2 in Trouble

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Devara 2 in Trouble

Fans have been waiting for NTR–Koratala Siva’s blockbuster Devara sequel, and the film has still not started yet.  Now, there is a strong buzz among the industry circles that the most awaited Devara 2 may not happen. 

Reportedly, Hero NTR is not interested in taking up this project at the moment, and Devara 2 might be shelved. We have to see how much truth there is to this, but the rumors are very strong.

Even though Devara is a commercial blockbuster, the lead for part 2 did not go well for audiences; most of the people felt it was forced. With this, some fans also had some concerns about Devara 2.

But NTR and the team believed in the sequel, and Koratala Siva was also said to have completed the entire script work for the film and planned to start shooting at the end of this year. But things are said to have changed completely in recent times.

The main reason is that Tarak’s experience with the poorly received “War 2” has raised concerns about the “Devara” sequel, as it felt like a mere imitation with no compelling plot or ending.

At the same time, due to unknown reasons, NTR’s Dragon shooting had some breaks, resulting in postponement of the film, and the actor will be busy with Dragon for next year.

Considering these factors, NTR is reportedly planning to shelve Devara 2. Besides Dragon, he has commitments with Trivikram and Nelson and seems more inclined towards those projects. We await the team’s response to these rumors, but if they are accurate, it will be disappointing news for Director Koratala Siva, who has already invested over a year in the film.

Legendary Icon Dharmendra Passes Away

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Legendary Icon Dharmendra Passes Away

Fans and colleagues in Bollywood are deeply saddened by the passing of legendary actor Dharmendra, who died in Mumbai at the age of 89, just days before his 90th birthday on December 8.

Popularly known as the “He-Man of Bollywood,” Dharmendra had a remarkable career spanning six decades and acted in nearly 300 films. On the afternoon of November 24, an ambulance was seen leaving his residence, while several film personalities were spotted arriving at the Pawan Hans crematorium in Juhu. 

Filmmaker Karan Johar and many celebrities have already shared their condolences on social media. The exact cause of death is still unknown, but Dharmendra’s health had reportedly worsened since he was admitted to the hospital on November 1. His last film, Sriram Raghavan’s Ikkis, featuring Agastya Nanda and Jaideep Ahlawat, will be released posthumously on December 25, 2025.

Dharmendra, whose full name was Dharmendra Kewal Krishan Deol, was born on December 8, 1935, in Nasrali, Punjab. He entered the film industry in 1960 with the movie “Dil Bhi Tera Hum Bhi Tere” and became famous in the mid-1960s with films like “Phool Aur Patthar” and “Anupama.”

In 2012, he was honored with the Padma Bhushan, India’s third-highest civilian award.

Ranbir Kapoor In Spirit?

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Ranbir Kapoor In Spirit?

Prabhas and Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s film Spirit has already created a huge buzz among audiences, and the latest exciting update is that Bollywood star Ranbir Kapoor is expected to make a cameo appearance in the movie.

After a long wait, the film has officially begun shooting with a pooja ceremony, where Chiranjeevi attended as the chief guest.

Prabhas was present at the event, but the team did not release his photos. This is because the Baahubali actor has undergone a complete makeover for the film, and the makers want to reveal his new look later as an official first look.

Meanwhile, strong reports from Bollywood circles say that Ranbir Kapoor, the star of Animal, will appear in a special cameo in Spirit. If this news turns out to be true, it will bring more value to the film, especially among Hindi audiences.

NTR Fans Furious: Raja Saab Director Maruthi Issues Apology

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NTR Fans Furious: Raja Saab Director Maruthi Issues Apology

Director Maruthi unexpectedly became the target of NTR fans because of a statement he made during the pre-release event of The Raja Saab. After receiving backlash, the director has now apologized to them.

Maruthi said that he has great respect for NTR and his fans. He explained that sometimes, while speaking with emotion, words may come out differently than intended. He expressed regret that his statement was misunderstood or seen as a comparison.

During NTR’s movie events, he often says that he makes films in a way that everyone can “raise their collar” with pride after watching them. This “collar-raising” phrase is considered a sentiment for NTR fans.

Yesterday, during the launch event of The Raja Saab’s first single, Maruthi made a comment that upset NTR fans. He said that words like “collar lifting” are small when compared to the massive cutout of Prabhas. Because of this remark, NTR fans strongly reacted on social media.

Maruthi later apologized and clarified that he never meant anything disrespectful and had no bad intentions behind his statement.

Raju Weds Rambai Smashes Nizam Box Office: Budget Recovered

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Raju Weds Rambai Smashes Nizam Box Office: Budget Recovered

Raju Weds Rambai rocks the Nizam box office, posting super-sensational numbers with over ₹5 Cr gross in its first weekend. The Nizam territory alone contributed more than two-thirds of the worldwide collections. The entire budget of the film has been recovered from this territory itself.

Nizam Strengthens the Box Office Performance of Raju Weds Rambai

In Nizam, the film has collected around 5.2 Cr gross, and in Andhra Pradesh, it has collected 1.15 Cr gross, taking the total gross to 6.35 Cr in Telugu States. With the addition of the 1 Cr gross from ROI and Overseas, the total worldwide gross of this rural love drama will be in the range of 7.5 Cr.

These are super sensational numbers for a small film, and it is expected to continue the strong numbers for a few more days. There is a high chance for Raju Weds Rambai to do 10 Cr+ gross in Nizam territory alone.

Is Thaman Losing His Crown?

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Is Thaman Losing His Crown?

Thaman is undoubtedly the number one music director for Tollywood, with a record number of films in his lineup, but now he is facing a bit of criticism for his work continuously, making him fall behind other music directors.

If we look at recent songs from Telugu Cinema, Bheems delivers a chartbuster song, Meesala Pilla, for Mana Shankar Vara Prasad Garu, and the song is now heading towards 100 million views.

A.R. Rahman delivered a chart-topping hit with “Chikiri Chikiri” from Peddi, already surpassing 100 million views. Keeravani’s “Globetrotter” theme, Rana Kumbha theme, and BGM for the Varanasi introduction also garnered widespread acclaim. These musical contributions significantly boosted the film’s buzz and positive reception.

Regarding Thaman’s recent work, he hasn’t received unanimous praise. His two songs from “Akhanda 2,” as well as the background score for the film’s trailer, haven’t met expectations.

Also, yesterday, the highly anticipated first single, “Rebel Saab,” from “The Raja Saab,” was released, and it received a mixed response. As “Akhanda 2” and “The Raja Saab” are very big-budget pan-Indian films, a mixed reaction is definitely not ideal.

There have been ongoing complaints about Thaman’s sound and mixing in recent songs and BGM, and he needs to address this feedback to regain his top position in Tollywood before the situation deteriorates further.

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