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Big Break for Meenakshi Chaudhary in Bollywood

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Big Break for Meenakshi Chaudhary in Bollywood

Telugu audiences became familiar with actress Meenakshi Chaudhary through films like Khiladi, HIT 2, Lucky Baskhar, and Sankranthiki Vasthunam. Now, the talented actress is ready to take a big step forward in her career with her Bollywood debut.

She entered the Telugu film industry in 2021 with Ichata Vahanamulu Niluparadu. Since then, Meenakshi Chaudhary has appeared in several notable Telugu and Tamil films, and most of them have been successful at the box office. Now she grabs a major opportunity in Hindi cinema.

Meenakshi has been roped in as the female lead in Bhagam Bhag 2, starring Akshay Kumar. The film is directed by Raaj Shaandilyaa, with Manoj Bajpayee playing a crucial role. Actress Ayesha Khan is also part of the ensemble cast in a significant role, though details about her character are being kept under wraps.

The film aims to retain the chaotic and slapstick comedy style of the original Bhagam Bhag, which was released in 2006, while introducing a fresh and engaging storyline for today’s audience.

Vishwambhara Release Plans Revealed

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Vishwambhara Release Plans Revealed

It is widely known that Megastar Chiranjeevi’s Vishwambhara, which was supposed to released last Sankranthi, was delayed, and the makers did not announce any release date after that. It looks like the film is set for a new release plans.

The latest news is that the makers of Vishwambhara are planning for a July release, mostly on 10th July or 24th July. The official announcement is coming soon.

If the film arrives on July 24, 2025, it will be a special treat for Mega fans, as it marks the release anniversary of Chiranjeevi’s iconic industry hit Indra (2002).

Mallidi Vassishta directs the film, showcasing Trisha in the lead female role, supported by a talented cast that features Ashika Ranganath, Kunal Kapoor, Ramya Pasupaleti, Esha Chawla, and Ashrita Vemuganti Nanduri. UV Creations produces the film, which includes a musical score by Oscar-winning composer MM Keeravaani.

Bhartha Mahasayulaku Wignyapthi OTT: Still Silence

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Bhartha Mahasayulaku Wignyapthi OTT: Still Silence

Bhartha Mahasayulaku Wignyapthi, starring Ravi Teja, has locked its satellite and digital rights with ZEE5. While almost all the Sankranthi releases have already arrived on various OTT platforms, this film is yet to stream.

It surprised viewers that even though more than a month has passed since its theatrical release, the streamer has still not announced an official streaming date for the film.

There were strong rumors that Bhartha Mahasayulaku Wignyapthi would premiere on ZEE5 on February 20 (Friday). But there has been no confirmation from the platform so far.

Although the film received better word of mouth compared to recent films of Ravi Teja, it failed to achieve the expected box office numbers. The main reason was the tough competition from other big Sankranthi releases. Now, a large section of the audience is eagerly waiting for its OTT release to watch the film at home.

Rajinikanth Completes Jailer 2

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Rajinikanth Completes Jailer 2

Released in 2023, Jailer, starring Superstar Rajinikanth and directed by Nelson Dileep Kumar, emerged as a blockbuster at the box office. The expectations are massive for the film’s sequel, and the latest news is that Rajinikanth has finished his part of the shoot for Jailer 2.

The film has garnered significant enthusiasm from fans, as mentioned above, with the cast and crew boosting its appeal even more. Fans eagerly anticipate an official announcement about the film’s release date.

Reportedly, superstar Rajinikanth has completed his part of shoot for Nelson’s Jailer 2. Director Nelson is currently filming the remaining scenes with the rest of the cast, marking the last phase of the shoot.

Following completing production, Nelson will shift his focus to post-production, and Rajinikanth plans to start the work on Cibi Chakravarthy’s film starting next month. Reports suggest the team is looking at either June or August for the release of Jailer 2.

Naga Vamsi To Produce Karthi’s Next

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Naga Vamsi To Produce Karthi’s Next

Producer Naga Vamsi is known for backing multiple films every year, regardless of their box-office results. Because of his consistent output, he enjoys strong support and goodwill among exhibitors. Now, he is gearing up to produce a new film with Tamil star Karthi.

Karthi’s last theatrical release, Vaa Vaathiyaar, turned out to be a major disappointment at the box office. However, the actor is now preparing for a Telugu–Tamil bilingual project. The film will be directed by Kalyan Shankar, who is known for the MAD series, and will be produced under the banner of Sithara Entertainments. Shooting is expected to begin once Karthi completes work on his current project, Marshal.

Interestingly, the same production house is also backing Suriya 46, starring Suriya. Although Funky did not receive the response the makers had hoped for, Naga Vamsi remains is set to deliver back-to-back exciting films and winning over audiences once again.

Vishal Receives Setback from Madras High Court

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Vishal Receives Setback from Madras High Court

Tamil actor and producer Vishal has received a major setback from the Madras High Court regarding a loan payment. He has been involved in a long-standing legal dispute with Lyca Productions. He had earlier filed a petition seeking more time to repay the money he owed to Lyca Productions. 

However, the single judge dismissed his plea. Challenging this order, Vishal approached a two-judge bench, which granted an interim stay on the earlier decision but directed him to immediately deposit ₹10 crore.

Following this, Vishal filed yet another petition requesting six weeks to deposit the ₹10 crore. But the High Court bench expressed its unwillingness to grant further relief and dismissed his request. As a result, Vishal has now been directed to pay the amount without any delay.

According to reports, about three years ago, Vishal had taken a loan of ₹21.29 crore from Gopuram Films. Later, Lyca Productions stepped in and agreed to clear the loan amount on his behalf. In return, an agreement was signed granting Lyca the distribution rights of Vishal’s future films. However, when Vishal allegedly failed to honor the agreement, Lyca approached the Madras High Court.

The court then ordered that the outstanding amount be repaid with 30 percent interest. Since the payment was not made, Lyca repeatedly sought court intervention to implement the judgment. There were also requests made to ensure that Vishal’s remuneration from his current project be deposited in court.

During the hearings, Vishal’s counsel informed the court that he was facing serious financial difficulties. The case came up for hearing multiple times and was eventually transferred to another bench.

In the latest development, the court has firmly ruled that Vishal must pay the amount within the stipulated time under any circumstances. This decision has now gone viral on social media and sparked widespread discussion in the film industry.

Ticket Hike Rule: Why Are Summer Releases Silent?

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Ticket Hike Rule: Why Are Summer Releases Silent?

A month ago, the Telangana High Court told the state government that any notifications hiking the prices of movie tickets must be issued 90 days before the release of the film. But still, the upcoming summer biggies of Telugu films have not requested or announced any updates regarding the hikes.

Films like Peddi, Ustaad Bhagat Singh, and Toxic are slated for release this summer, and they certainly want to release with a hike in ticket prices along with extra show permissions. Now, the biggest question is how they will obtain their requests.

As said above, the Telangana High Court has already mandated that any order from the government regarding hiking the prices of movie tickets must be announced at least 90 days before release. However, even though big films are slated for release this summer, they are not showing much concern about this.

This raises an important question: how will producers or Nizam distributors now obtain permissions for ticket hikes or additional special shows if the 90-day advance rule is strictly enforced?

Post-Sankranti Slump Hits Small Films Hard

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Post-Sankranti Slump Hits Small Films Hard

Sankranthi 2026 proved to be a solid money earner for the distributors and producers as well, with multiple films achieving success. However, the post-Sankranti slump hits small films hard, as none of the films have gotten even decent collections at the box office in recent weeks.

Films like Couple Friendly and Funky arrived in theaters on Valentine’s Weekend, but still, they did not receive considerable collections at the box office. The biggest challenge for small- and medium-budget films is the post-Sankranti slowdown. After the festive season, audiences usually stay away from theaters until the summer. 

To draw crowds during this period, a film needs either unanimously positive word of mouth or strong pre-release buzz. Because people watch multiple films for Sankranti, and exam time starts for the students, families will not easily come to theaters till the summer season.

This year, after the Sankranthi releases, not a single film has managed to register a double-digit gross in the Telugu states.

iBomma Ravi Released on Strict Bail Conditions

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iBomma Ravi Released on Strict Bail Conditions

The Hyderabad High Court has granted bail to iBOMMA Ravi in the piracy website case. However, the court imposed several strict conditions while allowing his release.

As part of the bail conditions, Ravi must cooperate fully with the investigation. He has been directed to appear before the investigating officers whenever required. The court also warned him not to interfere with the investigation or attempt to influence witnesses in any manner.

Additionally, Ravi must regularly report to the concerned police station as instructed. He has been clearly told not to tamper with any evidence or engage in any illegal activities while out on bail.

Police officials stated that although bail has been granted, the investigation into the piracy case is ongoing. They emphasized that any violation of the court’s conditions could lead to cancellation of the bail.

Authorities are continuing their probe into the case and are gathering further evidence related to the operations of the piracy website.

Varanasi Movie: Prakash Raj Opens Up About His Powerful Role

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Varanasi Movie: Prakash Raj Opens Up About His Powerful Role

Fans can hardly contain their excitement as fresh updates continue to emerge about Varanasi, the much-anticipated film starring Mahesh Babu and directed by S. S. Rajamouli. Every small leak or piece of information about this massive project is creating a wave of buzz. Most recently, veteran actor Prakash Raj revealed an important detail about his role in Varanasi.

During a public interaction, Prakash Raj confirmed that his role will be that of a devoted follower of Lord Shiva in Varanasi. Reports suggest that he will portray Mahesh Babu’s father, a character named Rudra. This revelation has further heightened curiosity about the film’s storyline and character dynamics.

The team behind Varanasi is leaving no stone unturned in building anticipation. The recent announcement of the release date, April 7, 2027, has taken the excitement to the next level. With plans for an extensive international publicity campaign, the makers aim to ensure the film reaches global audiences well before it hits theatres, setting the stage for a grand worldwide release.

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