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Pooja Hegde to Romance Nani

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Pooja Hegde to Romance Nani

Actress Pooja Hegde is all set to deliver back-to-back films across multiple languages. Her recent film Jana Nayagan, which was initially scheduled for a theatrical release in January, was postponed due to censor-related issues. Now, the latest buzz is that Pooja Hegde will be seen romancing Nani in his upcoming film.

After The Paradise with Srikanth Odela, Nani has signed his next project under the direction of Sujeeth. The film created massive excitement with its announcement glimpse and is reportedly titled Bloody Romeo. The shoot is expected to begin in the second half of this year.

Pooja Hegde is on a roll with back-to-back film projects

Pooja Hegde is said to have been finalized as the female lead opposite Nani, with the makers targeting a summer 2027 release.

Pooja was last seen in Suriya’s Retro and is currently awaiting the release of Jana Nayagan (2026). She also has an exciting lineup ahead, including Sanki, a Bollywood project; DQ41 with Dulquer Salmaan; Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai starring Varun Dhawan and Mrunal Thakur; and the much-awaited Tamil horror-comedy Kanchana 4 with Raghava Lawrence.

Naga Chaitanya Goes Mass with Harish Shankar

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Naga Chaitanya Goes Mass with Harish Shankar

With Thandel, Naga Chaitanya delivered a much-needed comeback in his career at the box office. Currently, he is working on a mythical/fantasy thriller, Vrushakarma, and the latest news is that Naga Chaitanya is all set to join hands with Harish Shankar.

After Thandel’s success, Chaitanya has become very selective about his projects. As said above, he is currently working on the big-budget film Vrushakarma, directed by Virupaksha director Karthik. The film is likely to be released in the second half of this year or during the late summer.

After this, Naga Chaitanya has signed a film under Sithara Entertainments, and mass director Harish Shankar is said to be directing it. Harish Shankar’s current project, Ustaad Bhagat Singh, is scheduled for a March-end release. Following that, the director is expected to fully focus on Naga Chaitanya’s film.

The Paradise Budget Goes Up to 200 Crore

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The Paradise Budget Goes Up to 200 Crore

Nani and Srikanth Odela have joined hands again for The Paradise after delivering the sensational commercial blockbuster Dasara. This time, the scale and span are much bigger. It is being reported that the film’s budget has gone beyond  ₹200 crore, a whopping amount.

At the planning stage itself, the budget was estimated at ₹150 crore+, making it the biggest-ever film for a non–Tier 1 star. The producer is highly confident about the combination, Nani’s potential, and the team is also expecting the film to not only perform big in Telugu but also generate strong numbers across India.

Nani’s The Paradise: New Release Date Yet to Be Announced – Needs a Pan-Indian Release and Solid Success

The film is currently in the shooting stage, but the production is taking much longer than initially expected. The team had announced March 26 as the release date, but it is now likely to move to the second half of this year. 

According to current estimations, Nani and Srikanth Odela’s The Paradise budget is expected to reach the ₹200 crore range by the end. This would be an unprecedented budget for any Tier 2 star. The film will definitely need to deliver pan-India success to make the economics work.

Om Shanti Shanti Shantihi Proves Remakes Are Losing Audience Interest

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Om Shanti Shanti Shantihi Proves Remakes Are Losing Audience Interest

Post-COVID, Indian film audiences, especially Telugu audiences, have largely lost interest in watching remakes in theatres, as the original versions are already easily available on OTT platforms. Om Shanti Shanti Shantihi, the Telugu remake of the Malayalam hit Jaya Jaya Jaya Jaya Hey, has suffered a disastrous run at the box office.

The Tharun Bhascker and Eesha Rebba starrer failed to attract even basic audience interest and could not collect ₹1 crore gross during its entire opening weekend. The film went into losses within the first weekend itself, clearly highlighting how risky remakes have become today.

Since the original film is already streaming on Hotstar with subtitles, audiences saw little reason to watch Om Shanti Shanti Shantihi, a remake in theatres. Adding to the problem, mixed reviews further damaged the film’s box-office prospects.

Telugu audiences, in particular, have shown a sharp decline in interest in remake films after 2020. While remakes were once popular, the rapid growth of OTT platforms and easy access to original content with subtitles have significantly changed audience preferences

No Pre-Release Profits for Pan-India Films

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No Pre-Release Profits for Pan-India Films

Most pan-Indian films currently under production, including those featuring Tier-2 stars, have little chance of recovering their costs through pre-release business deals. Producers are taking major risks as OTT deals have significantly reduced, while shooting expenses are exceeding planned budgets. This situation has become a serious concern for filmmakers.

In the Telugu states, films are usually sold on an outright basis. But in other language markets, buyers prefer advance-based deals. In the Hindi market, especially, generating strong buzz and big numbers requires something truly exceptional.

While heroes and directors remain confident about their pan-India projects, producers are increasingly worried. If these Pan-Indian films fail to create enough hype and business in other languages, Telugu market revenues alone may not be sufficient to recover the investment, potentially leading to heavy losses.

The “Pan-Indian” film trend gained significant momentum with the 2015 success of S.S. Rajamouli’s Baahubali: The Beginning. Although dubbed films were around before, this 2015 film introduced a new strategy of releasing high-budget, visually impressive movies simultaneously in Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, and Kannada, successfully turning regional content into national blockbusters. Recent examples include the Pushpa series, KGF series, RRR, Salaar, and Kalki.

Ranveer Singh’s Crucial Decision for Shankar’s Dream Project

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Ranveer Singh’s Crucial Decision for Shankar’s Dream Project

Ranveer Singh is riding high on the success of Dhurandhar, and this success has made him extra cautious about choosing his future projects. Shankar and Ranveer Singh had earlier planned to collaborate on the remake of Aparichitudu/Anniyan, but the project did not materialize, and now there are chances for them to rejoin for Velpari.

Now, Shankar is reportedly trying to rope in Ranveer Singh as the final lead for his dream project Velpari. The film requires two heroes, and one role is said to be finalised with Vikram. Shankar is keen on bringing Ranveer Singh on board as the second lead.

Will Ranveer Singh accept Shankar’s offer for Velpari?

If Ranveer Singh signs this project, it is expected to secure a strong budget from producers, as he is currently in top form. With the combined brand value of Shankar and Vikram in the south, the film has the potential to shape up as a proper pan-India project. But it remains to be seen what decision Ranveer Singh will take.

In 2021, a Hindi remake of Anniyan was announced with Ranveer Singh, aiming to retell the successful story once again.

Dhurandhar OTT Wave: Trouble Brewing for Toxic

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Dhurandhar OTT Wave: Trouble Brewing for Toxic

The box office is gearing up for a massive showdown as Yash’s Toxic and Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar 2 are both set to release on March 19. Ever since the date was announced by both films, trade circles and fans have been debating the outcome of this clash.

The growing craze for Dhurandhar after its OTT release has added pressure on Toxic. Following its phenomenal run at the Hindi box office, Dhurandhar began streaming on Netflix on January 31 in Hindi, Telugu, and Tamil. The film has received an overwhelming response across all languages, with South audiences even calling it a “masterpiece.”

With this momentum, Dhurandhar 2 is carrying massive expectations not only in the Hindi belt but also in South markets. The sequel’s release on March 19 directly coincides with Toxic, and despite rumors of postponement, the Toxic team has firmly denied any change in plans.

Yash’s “Toxic” faces strong competition from “Dhurandhar 2″‘s hype

Initially, many believed Toxic would dominate in the South, given Yash’s strong fanbase built through the KGF series, while Dhurandhar 2 was expected to shine mainly in Hindi markets. But the extraordinary OTT response has shifted the narrative, as Dhurandhar 2 now looks set to impact audiences across all regions, posing a serious challenge to Toxic.

For Toxic to withstand the wave of Dhurandhar Part Two, it needs to generate hype on the scale of KGF 2. As of now, that level of buzz is missing. The coming weeks will reveal how the Toxic team strategizes, but releasing alongside Dhurandhar 2 is shaping up to be a very risky move.

Akka Netflix Release: Keerthy Suresh and Radhika Apte in a Crime Thriller

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Akka Netflix Release: Keerthy Suresh and Radhika Apte in a Crime Thriller

Akka is an upcoming intense period crime-thriller series on Netflix, starring Keerthy Suresh and Radhika Apte. Set in the 1980s, the story takes place in a fictional South Indian town called Pernuru. The series is scheduled to release in March.

Produced by YRF Entertainment, Akka dives deep into a violent crime world where a brutal power struggle unfolds, with Keerthy Suresh and Radhika Apte playing fierce and powerful gangsters, promising a gripping face-off.

The series is written and directed by Dharmaraj Shetty and produced by Aditya Chopra under the YRF Entertainment banner. Veteran actor Tanvi Azmi also plays a key role.

Expectations are high among viewers, who hope Akka will join the list of Netflix’s best original series. We have to wait and watch till March to know the result.

Banned but Unstoppable: Dhurandhar Trends at No 1

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Banned but Unstoppable: Dhurandhar Trends at No 1

Dhurandhar has taken Netflix by storm with its massive international reach. The spy action drama has received widespread appreciation and delivered a surprising twist. Dhurandhar is trending at the No. 1 position in countries where it was earlier banned.

During its theatrical release, Dhurandhar was banned in Pakistan and several Gulf countries, and the film is now trending at No. 1 on Netflix in both Pakistan and the UAE. The movie reportedly lost nearly ₹100 crore in theatrical revenue due to the Gulf ban, but its OTT performance has more than made up for it with an overwhelming response.

The film is currently trending at No. 1 in several countries, with Telugu audiences showing exceptional love for it. With such strong momentum, Dhurandhar is expected to maintain its popularity in the coming days and generate massive hype for its sequel across multiple languages.

  • India
  • Pakistan
  • UAE
  • Qatar
  • Bahrain
  • Bangladesh
  • Maldives
  • Mauritius
  • Kuwait
  • Oman

Rajinikanth Moves Away from Violence

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Rajinikanth Moves Away from Violence

Director Cibi Chakravarthy has revealed that Thalaivar 173 will showcase Superstar Rajinikanth in his vintage comedy and mass avatar, without any violent touch. He also confirmed that the film’s shooting is likely to begin in April.

It appears that Rajinikanth is looking to move away from action-heavy and violent roles for now. Instead, he is keen on doing a simple commercial family entertainer that can connect with audiences of all age groups and bring back his classic on-screen charm.

Earlier, even before the film was officially announced, director Sundar C was said to be associated with the project, which was planned as a comedy-based film. However, the collaboration did not materialize after the announcement.

Director Lokesh Kanagaraj had also mentioned earlier that Rajinikanth was interested in making a light-hearted comedy, a genre he has not explored in recent years. As this idea did not align with Lokesh’s filmmaking style, he chose to step away from the project.

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