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Dhootha 2 Gears Up: Script Locked, Pre-Production Begins

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Naga Chaitanya and Vikram K. Kumar delivered a successful web series, Dhootha, in 2023, which received positive responses from audiences and critics. Like many web shows, this was also expected to have a second season, and the latest news is that the Dhootha 2 script is locked.

Reports suggest that Naga Chaitanya is all set to make a return to the OTT space after wrapping up his upcoming film VrushaKarma. Director Vikram K. Kumar has reportedly finalized the script for Dhootha 2, the sequel to the successful OTT thriller. With pre-production already underway, the team is said to be moving at a brisk pace, raising expectations among fans and industry circles for another gripping season.

Dhootha (2023), a supernatural thriller on Amazon Prime Video, stars Naga Chaitanya as Sagar, a journalist plagued by newspaper clippings predicting gruesome deaths, including his own, connected to his past corruption. Directed by Vikram K. Kumar, the 8-episode series was a success.

Dhanush – Mammootty – Sai Pallavi – Sree Leela

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D55 is shaping up to be one of the most exciting upcoming films, with its team growing stronger by the day. Recently, the makers announced the addition of Sree Leela and Sai Pallavi, and now veteran actor Mammootty has officially joined Dhanush’s 55th film.

The announcement came with a powerful caption: “When the Big M chooses a story, it becomes history.” This has sparked huge excitement among fans, who are already speculating about Mammootty’s role in the film.

As mentioned earlier, D55 is turning out to be one of the most exciting and ambitious films of Dhanush’s career. Directed by Raj Kumar Periasamy, who previously made Amaran, the film boasts a stellar cast and a highly promising team. With music composed by Sai Abhyankar, D55 is clearly shaping up to be a big cinematic event.

Peddi First, Lenin Next? Release Date Clash Brewing

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Ram Charan and Buchi Babu Sana’s Peddi was initially scheduled for release on March 27, 2026. However, due to delays in the film’s shooting, the makers have now officially announced a new release date — April 30, 2026.

This change brings strong competition for Akhil Akkineni, whose upcoming film Lenin is slated for a worldwide theatrical release on May 1, 2026.

With Peddi now locked for April 30, it remains to be seen how the Lenin team will respond, as both films are set to arrive in theaters just a day apart. Meanwhile, Ram Charan’s fans are going gaga over the release date poster of Peddi Movie.

While the clash is sure to excite fans of both stars, it could impact box office collections, especially if the word of mouth for one film affects the other.

Peddi, The Paradise Postponed: Ustaad Bhagat Singh Confirmed

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Confirming the recent buzz around its release date, the makers of Ustaad Bhagat Singh have officially announced that the film will hit theatres on March 26, 2026, much to the delight of fans.

Earlier, Ram Charan’s Peddi was slated for a March 27 release, while Nani’s The Paradise was announced for March 26. However, both films have now been postponed. With those dates opening up, the team of Ustaad Bhagat Singh has locked and officially confirmed March 26, 2026 as its release date.

Directed by Harish Shankar, the film stars Sreeleela and Raashii Khanna as the female leads. It is produced by Mythri Movie Makers, with music composed by Devi Sri Prasad.

Meanwhile, the much-hyped sequel Dhurandhar 2 is set to release just a week before Ustaad Bhagat Singh. The film already enjoys strong buzz and excitement among Telugu audiences, setting up an interesting box-office phase.

Tere Ishk Mein Goes Global on Netflix

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Dhanush and Kriti Sanon’s Tere Ishk Mein began streaming on Netflix on January 23, 2026, following a successful theatrical run. The film arrived on the digital platform eight weeks after its international release.

The romantic drama, Tere Ishk Mein, has performed strongly on Netflix and is currently topping the global trending charts.

  • Week 1 views (Jan 23 – Jan 25): 3.8 million
  • Week 2 views (Jan 26 – Feb 1): 4.4 million

Despite facing some backlash from a section of OTT audiences, the powerful performances by Dhanush and Kriti Sanon have driven the film to an impressive 8.2 million views within just 10 days.

Released in theaters on November 28, 2025, Tere Ishk Mein is directed by Aanand L. Rai. The film marks his third collaboration with Dhanush after Raanjhanaa and Atrangi Re. The screenplay is written by Himanshu Sharma and Neeraj Yadav, with music composed by A. R. Rahman.

Ramayana Team Plans Big for Sri Rama Navami

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Ramayana, starring Ranbir Kapoor and Sai Pallavi, is one of the most anticipated films of 2026 is set for a grand public unveiling. Featuring a massive ensemble cast, the epic is set to release in theatres on the auspicious occasion of Diwali 2026.

Marking the sacred festival of Ram Navami, the makers of Ramayana have planned a grand public unveiling. On March 27, a spectacular event will be held at Mumbai’s iconic Gateway of India, where the film will be officially introduced for the first time. The event will reveal the characters and offer audiences a glimpse into the film’s rich visual world.

Ramayana Part 1: Cast and Crew

The film stars Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram and Sai Pallavi as Sita Devi. Yash plays the powerful role of Ravana, while Ravie Dubey appears as Lakshman. Veteran actor Arun Govil will be seen as King Dashrath. The first look of the film, released last July, received an overwhelming response from fans and audiences alike.

It is produced by Namit Malhotra’s Prime Focus Studios and global VFX powerhouse DNEG, in collaboration with Yash’s Monster Mind Creations. The film boasts an exceptional technical team, including Oscar-winning composers Hans Zimmer and A.R. Rahman. Action sequences are handled by renowned stunt director Guy Norris, known for Mad Max: Fury Road, while Terry Notary—famous for his work in Avengers and Planet of the Apes—is also part of the project.

The epic saga will be told in two parts. Ramayana: Part 1 will release in theatres on Diwali 2026, followed by Part 2 on Diwali 2027.

Toxic Team Confidence Becomes Talk of the Industry

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Yash’s upcoming film Toxic has officially locked March 19, 2026, as its release date. Interestingly, the same day also marks the arrival of Dhurandhar Part 2, starring Ranveer Singh and directed by Aditya Dhar. While many expected Toxic to postpone its release to avoid a major clash, the team has shown remarkable confidence and are refusing to back down.

After becoming a pan-Indian sensation, Dhurandhar has created massive expectations for its sequel. The buzz around Dhurandhar Part 2 is so strong that even several regional films are reportedly postponing their releases to stay clear of this high-voltage clash.

Toxic not fearing Dhurandhar Part 2

What has truly surprised the industry is the unwavering confidence of the Toxic team. Despite intense competition, the makers are firmly sticking to the March 19 release date and continue to dismiss all postponement rumors. According to close sources, the team is fully aware of the clash with Dhurandhar Part 2 and is completely prepared to face it.

Whether this box-office showdown will actually take place remains to be seen. But one thing is certain—the confidence displayed by the Toxic team has left everyone talking.

Dhurandhar Creates All-Time Record on Netflix

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After setting several milestones at the theatrical box office, Dhurandhar is now creating major milestones on OTT as well. The spy action drama is receiving a sensational response from viewers worldwide.

The film began streaming on Netflix on January 30, and according to Netflix’s official statistics for the period from January 30 to February 1, it recorded an impressive 7.6 million views. With this, Dhurandhar secured the No. 1 position globally in the non-English films category.

The film has achieved another major milestone by ranking No. 1 in seven countries and entering the Top 10 list in 22 countries across the world.

This marks the biggest-ever opening weekend for an Indian film on Netflix. The previous record was held by Animal, which garnered 6.2 million views. With achieving such a big milestone at start, Dhurandhar is expected to post even bigger numbers in its final Netflix viewership statistics.

Varanasi Confirmed as a Single-Part Film

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Ever since the announcement of Varanasi, starring Superstar Mahesh Babu and directed by SS Rajamouli, excitement has been sky-high among fans and within the industry. Many even speculated that the film would be made as a multi-part franchise. But Rajamouli has now clarified that Varanasi will be a single-part film.

The film’s team recently interacted with Hollywood media and shared several interesting details. Rajamouli explained that Varanasi is named after one of the world’s most ancient cities, deeply revered by millions for its cultural and religious significance. He said the weight carried by the name makes him feel even more responsible in how it is portrayed on screen.

No Sequels for Varanasi: A Grand Visual Experience

He also revealed that visually grand sequences, including portions inspired by the Ramayana and scenes set in Antarctica, required the IMAX format. According to him, IMAX is best suited to capture the film’s tall and expansive visuals.

Speaking about the runtime, Rajamouli confirmed that the film will be around three hours long and reiterated that Varanasi is planned as a standalone, single-part film.

Lavanya Tripathi Slams Tamil Journalist

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Lavanya Konidela Tripathi, actor Varun Tej’s wife and daughter-in-law of Megastar Chiranjeevi, strongly defended the veteran actor after a Tamil journalist attempted to troll him on social media.

Recently, Chiranjeevi and his family shared joyful news that Ram Charan and Upasana were blessed with twins on January 31, 2026. What should have been a moment of celebration, however, was marred by online trolling.

The enthusiasm from Mega fans unfortunately turned into online trolls

The backlash intensified when Ram Charan arrived at Apollo Hospital in Hyderabad to visit the newborns. While carrying his two-year-old daughter, Klin Kaara, he was surrounded by a massive crowd of fans. The incident drew criticism, with many condemning the fans’ behavior and pointing out that crackers were burst at midnight within the hospital premises.

Netizens also brought up an old comment by Chiranjeevi, where he had expressed a desire for a grandson to carry forward the family legacy.

Amid this, a Tamil journalist made a controversial tweet targeting Chiranjeevi, and Lavanya Konidela Tripathi stepped in and gave a strong response, following which the journalist reportedly deleted his tweet after facing heavy backlash from fans.

Lavanya’s Strong Response to Trolls Against Chiranjeevi

“I usually ignore tweets like this and let them pass on my timeline, but I didn’t expect it from you. This tweet is in extremely poor taste, turning a genuinely happy moment into something unpleasant. You clearly don’t know how he treats the women in his family, especially his granddaughters. Very few men can do even one percent of what he does, so it’s best not to comment on people you don’t truly know.”