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Varanasi Makes History

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Varanasi Makes History

Mahesh Babu and Rajamouli’s massive film, Varanasi, has already gathered a gigantic hype among audiences, and now it makes history as the first-ever trailer released in 1.43 IMAX format on a digital platform, which is a global first across all film industries.

This surely makes for an exciting development, as the standards of Telugu cinema and international cinema will reach new heights. The fans are currently going gaga with this news and sharing it on social media.

Recently, Rajamouli had an online interview-kind-of conversation with James Cameron, the director of Avatar: Fire and Ash, which made many discuss his movie with Mahesh Babu, the globe-trotting adventure. 

Now, Varanasi is creating history by becoming the first-ever trailer released in 1.43 IMAX format, which will make it more popular worldwide. 

OTT Crash Turning Single-Part Films into Multi-Part Franchises

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OTT Crash Turning Single-Part Films into Multi-Part Franchises

In today’s market, even for films with big stars and massive combinations, OTT platforms are offering deals only in the ₹125–150 crore range. Unless a film is truly exceptional, this has become a major reason why producers see huge risks in spending ₹500–600 crore on a single-part movie. To reduce that risk, many are now turning their projects into multi-part films or franchises.

Even if a film grosses more than ₹800 crore in theaters, it does not guarantee breakeven when the budget crosses ₹600 crore. Producers often expect OTT deals of over ₹250 crore, but platforms are offering only half of that amount, and they are linking payments to theatrical performance as well.

Because of this, many films that were initially planned as single-part releases are being split into multiple parts. If the story is strong and has scope, franchises can work well and deliver big results. But there have also been failures where audiences felt the story could have been told in one film, and splitting it into parts was unnecessary.

This shift in OTT negotiations and deals is driving producers to make sequels and multi-part movies. But when decisions are made purely for economics and not for storytelling, it risks backfiring and disappointing audiences.

Akhanda 2: Sitara Ghattamaneni Was the First Choice

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Akhanda 2: Sitara Ghattamaneni Was the First Choice

The main reason for the conflict in the sequel, Akhanda 2, revolves around the character of Janani. In the original film, Akhanda (2021), Aghora promises Janani he will return if she’s in danger. Therefore, for such an important role, the makers of Akhanda 2 considered casting Sitara Ghattamaneni, Mahesh Babu’s daughter.

The news that Mahesh Babu’s daughter, Sitara Ghattamaneni, was the first choice for the role of Balakrishna’s daughter Janani in Akhanda 2 is currently going viral on social media. But the makers’ idea did not work out, and later, they also tried to bring daughters of Tamil actor Suriya and actress Laya, but eventually, it went to Bollywood actress Harshaali Malhotra.

Sitara missing the Janani character is good only because she is the daughter of Mahesh Babu; the fans and audiences always want her to debut with a great role and a successful film. 

While Janani’s character is crucial to Akhanda 2, it unfortunately lacks performance scope. The characterization also seems exaggerated, portraying a 17-year-old as a top DRDO scientist with an IQ of 226 who even discovers a vaccine for a deadly virus. These aspects didn’t resonate well with the audience.

Behind the Land Rover Gift: Pawan Kalyan and Sujeeth’s OG Story

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Behind the Land Rover Gift: Pawan Kalyan and Sujeeth’s OG Story

A couple of days ago, Pawan Kalyan had gifted a Land Rover Defender to director Sujeeth, who made OG, and it resulted in many discussions about why the actor gave such a luxurious gift to the filmmaker. The real reason for the gift is out now.

When the producer of the film, They Call Him OG, declined to approve a Japan schedule, director Sujeeth went ahead with the plan using his own money, even selling his Land Rover Defender to make the schedule happen. Pawan Kalyan learned about this sacrifice during the dubbing stage, and he was deeply impressed and decided to gift Sujeeth the same car, the Land Rover Defender, as a gesture of appreciation and respect for his dedication.

A few months prior to the film’s release, Track Tollywood reported the same story, but the team denied it.

No Akhanda 3: Akhanda 2 Ends the Franchise

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No Akhanda 3: Akhanda 2 Ends the Franchise

Akhanda 2 was released in theaters with massive hype, but the film failed to meet audience expectations and is heading towards losses in several regions. Because of this, the makers have decided to stop their plans for a third installment.

Director Boyapati Srinu had left a lead at the end of Akhanda to continue the story in Akhanda 2. Since the first film was a super blockbuster, the team aimed even higher with the sequel, targeting pan-India markets. Before release, they had announced that the franchise would not end with Akhanda 2 and promised parts 3, 4, 5, and more. 

In fact, the closing of Akhanda 2 teased Akhanda 3. But the poor performance of the Akhanda sequel has now brought the franchise to an end, and there will be no third part.

That said, though Akhanda 2 failed, this is not the end of the Balakrishna–Boyapati Srinu combination. The duo is planning to collaborate again in the future, but not with the Akhanda series. Instead, they are expected to work on a social-commercial entertainer, similar to their earlier hits like Simha and Legend.

Yellamma Announcement With Glimpse

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Yellamma Announcement With Glimpse

Director Venu Yeldandi, who won wide acclaim for his debut film Balagam, is finally moving forward with his long-awaited second project, Yellamma. The film has faced several delays over the years. At one point, Nani was set to lead it, and later went to Nithin, but after much back and forth, the project has now landed as the acting debut of music director Devi Sri Prasad (DSP) in the lead role.

Since Balagam is regarded as one of the finest films in recent Telugu cinema, expectations are naturally very high for Venu’s next venture. The team is currently preparing a special glimpse video to officially announce Yellamma with DSP as the hero.

The shoot is expected to begin early next year. There is also strong curiosity about the choice of the lead actress. Earlier, names like Sai Pallavi and Keerthy Suresh were considered, but reports suggest that neither will be part of the film. It remains to be seen which actress the team finalizes.

Yellamma will be produced by Dil Raju, adding further weight to the project. With DSP stepping into acting and Venu Yeldandi returning after Balagam, the film is already one of the most anticipated Telugu releases in the coming year.

Bigg Boss 9 Telugu: Winner From These Two Contestants

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Bigg Boss 9 Telugu: Winner From These Two Contestants

Bigg Boss 9 Telugu has entered its finale week, with Tanuja, Emanuel, Kalyan, Sanjana, and Pavan emerging as the finalists. Among them, Tanuja and Kalyan are ahead in the voting race against other contestants.

According to inside sources, Sanjana is likely to finish in 5th place, while Pavan and Emanuel are expected to secure the 4th and 3rd positions, respectively. Pavan has received strong appreciation from audiences in recent weeks and has become a fan favorite. 

But the late rise in his game and showing his true potential only in the last two weeks have cost him a higher spot. Emanuel, considered one of the strongest contestants, surprisingly struggled because he was not nominated for nearly ten weeks. During that period, voters shifted their support to Tanuja and Kalyan.

The real battle for the Bigg Boss 9 Telugu title is said to be between Tanuja and Kalyan, the top two finalists who are receiving very close vote counts. The competition is intense, and it is difficult to predict the winner at this stage, but sources suggest the trophy will go to one of these two.

The grand finale episode will be held this Sunday, with Megastar Chiranjeevi gracing the event as the special guest.

Dacoit Teaser Review: Adivi Sesh Returns With Guns, Love and Robbery

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Dacoit Teaser Review: Adivi Sesh Returns With Guns, Love and Robbery

Adivi Sesh’s upcoming film, Dacoit’s teaser, promises an action-packed drama filled with guns, chases, and an added layer of romance. The teaser suggests a complex love story, a challenging journey, and a mission-driven narrative centered around love and robbery.

The team adds a perfect commercial touch by including the mass song “Kannepittaro Kannukottaro” to reveal the theme, which is a big plus for the Dacoit teaser. Promising a high-end technical film with a completely engaging screenplay, the movie is set to hit theatres on March 19 in Telugu and Hindi. The film is expected to perform strongly in both languages.

Adivi Sesh is in the lead role, alongside Mrunal Thakur as the female lead. The film also features important roles played by Anurag Kashyap and Prakash Raj.

Behind the camera, the film is directed by Shaneil Deo, who also co-wrote the script along with Adivi Sesh. Dialogues and screenplay guidance have been provided by Abburi Ravi, while Yash Eshawari has worked on the Hindi dialogues to strengthen the film’s pan-India reach. 

The project is produced by Supriya Yarlagadda under Annapurna Studios, with Suniel Narang and S.S. Creations also backing the film. Music is composed by Bheems Ceciroleo for the songs, while Gyaani handles the background score.

Sahana Sahana: Audio Hit, Video Miss

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Sahana Sahana: Audio Hit, Video Miss

The second single from The Raja Saab, titled “Sahana Sahana,” was released yesterday and has received a positive response for its music, but the video did not receive the same kind of impact. Thaman delivered a melody song after a gap, which delighted audiences.

The song is melodious, with beautiful lyrics, a soothing male voice, and rich musical composition. Thaman and his team have done a commendable job, especially after the mixed feedback for the first single, Rebel Saab.

But the video version of “Sahana Sahana” has disappointed many viewers. The video, which runs for over two minutes, lacks proper sync with the choreography. The visuals and colour grading also appear dull, and netizens have already started criticizing it. The choreography itself is missing catchy or memorable steps and could have been executed much better.

For a film like The Raja Saab, a song needs to shine both musically and visually to boost its buzz. The next song, which reportedly features Prabhas dancing with three heroines, is highly anticipated and expected to play a major role in building excitement for the movie.

Raju Weds Rambai Extended Cut Now Streaming on OTT – Full Details Inside

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Raju Weds Rambai Extended Cut Now Streaming on OTT – Full Details Inside

Following a successful theatrical run, the extended cut of Raju Weds Rambai, directed by debutant Saailu Kampaati, is now streaming on ETV Win with Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos.

Originally planned for a direct OTT release, the film changed course after the surprise theatrical success of Little Hearts. Producers Bunny Vas and Dheeraj teamed up to bring this love story, which is inspired by real events, to cinemas, where it saw strong box office performance and earned cult status as a “Rural Cult Hit.”

Now, the extended cut of Raju Weds Rambai is available exclusively for ETV Win Premium Plus subscribers (₹699/year) with  Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos. The users have already started watching the film and sharing their opinions on social media.

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