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Sai Pallavi in Kalki 2898 AD: Big Budget Relief, Bigger Challenge Ahead

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The Telugu cinema fans received news that actress Sai Pallavi enters the Kalki sequel in place of Deepika Padukone. Currently there are many discussions on social media about this change and how it will fit in the film’s journey. 

But if we observe, Sai Pallavi replacing Deepika Padukone in Kalki sequel saves the producers at least ₹30 crore in the budget due to differences in remuneration and terms. But it will be a big challenge for Sai Pallavi and the team to match the screen presence and impact of Deepika from the first part.

Nag Ashwin directs this film and Vyajayanthi Movies produces it. Amitabh Bachchan and Kamal Haasan will reprise their roles from the first part, and audiences have big expectations for the film, which will start its shoot soon.

Priyamani Gets Career-High Pay Opposite Chiranjeevi

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Priyamani, who was last seen in the 2025 Malayalam crime thriller Officer on Duty, is all set to pair up with Megastar Chiranjeevi for his upcoming film, and she is receiving her career-best remuneration for the film. 

According to industry sources, Priyamani is said to be receiving a record-breaking remuneration to play the female lead opposite Chiranjeevi in the much-anticipated film Mega158, directed by Bobby. This is reportedly the highest pay the actress has ever received in her career.

Chiranjeevi and Bobby set to deliver another blockbuster following the success of Waltair Veerayya

The Chiranjeevi-Bobby combination has a special craze among fans, as the duo’s previous film, Waltair Veeraiya, was a blockbuster at the box office. Keeping that success in mind, expectations have increased immensely for the upcoming ‘Mega 158.’ 

The film is said to be a powerful gangster action drama, and there is a buzz that Mohanlal and Krithi Shetty also will be seen in crucial roles in this film, but nothing has been confirmed yet.

Ustaad Bhagat Singh Release Finalised

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The summer releases of the Telugu film industry in 2026 are going through a shuffling process, and the latest news is that Pawan Kalyan and Harish Shankar’s Ustaad Bhagat Singh is set for a March-end release.

The inside report is that the team of Ustaad Bhagat Singh has locked the release on 26 March 2026, and the official announcements about Peddi’s postponement and UBS’s release will be announced soon.

The collaboration between Pawan, DSP, and Harish Shankar previously produced Gabbar Singh, a massive hit that excelled both at the box office and in music. So, the expectations among fans will be the same and even the trade expects a solid result from it.

Sree Leela and Raashi Khanna appear as the female leads, and the film is produced by Mythri Movie Makers.

Dhurandhar 2 Teaser: Fans Disappointed

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There is massive excitement around the sequel to the blockbuster Dhurandhar. When the makers announced the release of the teaser, fans were thrilled. But the excitement soon turned into disappointment, as the teaser of Dhurandhar 2 did not feature any new visuals.

Audiences expected fresh scenes or powerful dialogues, but the teaser only reused the glimpse shown at the end of the first part. This left many fans disappointed, as it felt like the makers released the teaser mainly to reconfirm the film’s release date rather than offer something new.

Dhurandhar Part 2 Cast, Plot, and Release Date Details

In Dhurandhar 2, Hamza Ali Mazari (Jaskirat Singh) continues his relentless mission to dismantle the Pakistani crime system, setting his sights on the cunning Major Iqbal and his allies. Directed by Aditya Dhar, the high-octane sequel, titled Dhurandhar: The Revenge, is scheduled for release on March 19, 2026.

R. Madhavan, Sanjay Dutt, and Arjun Rampal will reprise their roles, along with Sara Arjun and Rakesh Bedi. Akshaye Khanna is also expected to appear in flashback sequences, following his character’s fate in the first film.

Produced by Jio Studios and B62 Studios, the film features music by Shashwat Sachdev and cinematography by Vikash Nowlakha.

Ustaad Bhagat Singh Eyes a New Release Date

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PSPK fans are eagerly waiting for a major update on Pawan Kalyan and Harish Shankar’s Ustaad Bhagat Singh, but the makers are yet to announce the film’s release date. Despite several reports and strong buzz surrounding the project, the team has remained silent, keeping fans in suspense.

Earlier, there was speculation that the film might release on March 27, the original release date of Peddi, which has now been postponed. Latest reports suggest that the makers are also considering a mid-April release as an alternative, with one of these dates likely to be finalized soon.

The Ustaad Bhagat Singh team is currently waiting for the makers of Peddi to officially announce their new release date. Once that is confirmed, Pawan Kalyan and Harish Shankar’s film is expected to lock its release window and make an official announcement

Lokesh Kanagaraj Fails, Nelson Succeeds

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Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan decided to do a multistarrer film, and they initially considered Lokesh Kanagaraj as an option, but as he failed to impress them, another director, Nelson, grabbed the opportunity.

The official announcement of Thalaivar 173 is expected to be out very soon with a video. With this, Nelson is doing three consecutive films with Rajinikanth: Jailer, Jailer 2, and the Rajinikanth-Kamal Haasan multistarrer.

Nelson’s career soars after Jailer’s success

After a setback like Beast, scoring a massive blockbuster like Jailer and getting even bigger projects from the same star is kind of a comeback that is truly fantastic from the director Nelson Dilipkumar. 

Nelson debuted as a director with Kolamaavu Kokila (2018), which was a successful film, followed by big hits like Doctor (2021), and the blockbuster Jailer (2023), establishing himself as a top director.

Dhurandhar Part 2 OTT Partner Revealed

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Ranveer Singh and Aditya Dhar are set to enthrall fans with Part 2 of Dhurandhar, titled Dhurandhar: The Revenge, which is set for a 19 March release. The makers released the first poster of the sequel on Tuesday morning, which also shows the change of OTT partner.

Aditya Dhar revealed that the Dhurandhar Part 2 teaser will be out today at 12:12 noon. The striking poster shows Ranveer in a fierce avatar, and it also reveals that Part 2’s streaming rights are sold to Jio Hotstar, while the first part is currently streaming on Netflix.

Produced by Jio Studios and B62 Studios, the movie will hit theaters on March 19, 2026, aligning with celebrations such as Eid, Gudi Padwa, and Ugadi. It will be available in Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam. This decision is a strategic move to meet the high demand in South India following the success of the first film, which came out in December 2025.

Nari Mari Naduma Murari OTT Release: Streaming from Tonight

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Directed by Samajavaragamana fame Ram Abbaraju, Nari Nari Naduma Murari, starring Sharwanand, was released as a very small film amid tough Sankranthi big-ticket competition and emerged as a successful film. Now, the OTT viewers can enjoy Nari Nari Naduma Murari, as it is set to stream from tonight.

Upon its theatrical arrival, the film received strong word of mouth and performed well at the box office, collecting around ₹35 crore gross and emerging as a major success. The surprising part is that Nari Nari Naduma Murari is arriving on OTT with just a three-week theatrical window. It starts streaming from tonight on Prime Video in all languages.

Audiences and critics liked the lighthearted entertainment in the film, driven by strong performances and sufficient comedy. Besides Sharwanand, the film also stars Samyuktha, Sakshi Vaidya, Naresh, Sampath Raj, Sudarshan, Satya, Vennela Kishore, Sunil, and others.

Varanasi: Distributors Rush In With Record-Breaking Offers

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Mahesh Babu and Rajamouli’s Varanasi is probably the biggest film in Indian cinema in the coming years. Obviously, there is already a huge craze among audiences and across languages. The trade is also abuzz about the film, and distributors are ready with record-breaking offers for Varanasi. 

As said above, Varanasi is the biggest-budget film from Indian cinema, targeting a global audience across multiple languages. The movie is currently on set, with around 50% of the shooting reportedly completed. The team recently announced 7th April, 2027, as the release date. They anticipate completing the entire shoot by approximately September.

Distributors have already started offering record prices to acquire the film’s rights. A distributor from East Godavari has reportedly offered ₹18 crore. Until now, Baahubali 2, with a share close to ₹18 crore, holds the all-time record. Interestingly, distributors are offering even higher amounts, but the makers of Varanasi have not opened the business yet, stating that they will finalize prices only after the shooting is completed.

Kalki 2898 AD: Sai Pallavi Replaces Deepika Padukone

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Ever since Deepika Padukone’s shocking exit from the sequel to Kalki 2898 AD, several names, including Alia Bhatt, were speculated as possible replacements. Now, the latest reports suggest that Sai Pallavi has been finalized to step into the role of Deepika in Kalki 2.

Deepika Padukone played a pivotal character in Kalki 2898 AD, and her role was set to be even more crucial in the sequel. But unfortunately, due to major differences with the team, she has reportedly parted ways with the project, leaving fans surprised.

Sai Pallavi Gets a Big Opportunity in Kalki Sequel

Following this, the makers explored multiple options for the much-awaited Kalki 2 before zeroing in on Sai Pallavi. A test shoot is said to be planned, and if it goes well, an official announcement is expected soon. The film’s shoot is also set to begin in the near future.

The sequel to Kalki 2898 AD is among the most anticipated upcoming films, especially after Part One ended on a high note. Trade circles are already expecting record-breaking collections.