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Govt Bans Ullu, ALTT, Desiflix Over Adult Content

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According to reports, the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting asked ISPs to block 25 OTT apps and websites for everyone in India. The OTT users are in for a shock as the Govt bans Ullu, ALTT, and Desiflix because of adult content.

Reportedly, to tackle the issue of explicit content online, popular sites like ULLU, Big Shots App, ALTT, and Desiflix are ordered to shut down for breaking content rules.

The news reports say that the MIB found these platforms showing inappropriate ads and porn content, breaking several Indian laws. The ministry put out a notice telling ISPs to block these apps and websites in India.

Here is the List of Adult Apps banned by the Indian Govt

  • Adda TV
  • ALTT
  • Big Shots App
  • Boomex
  • Bull App
  • Desiflix
  • Feneo
  • Fuji
  • Gulab App
  • Hitprime
  • HotX VIP
  • Hulchul App
  • Jalva App
  • Kangan App
  • Look Entertainment
  • Mojflix
  • MoodX
  • Navarasa Lite
  • NeonX VIP
  • ShowHit
  • ShowX
  • Sol Talkies
  • Triflicks
  • ULLU
  • Wow Entertainment

The government used Sections 67 and 67A of the Information Technology Act, 2000, along with Section 294 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, and Section 4 of the Indecent Representation of Women (Prohibition) Act, 1986, to back up their decision to impose the ban. 

The Indian government bans Ullu, ALTT, and Desiflix because of adult content, as there are laws that ban sharing and posting sexually explicit material and any inappropriate portrayal of women.

Authorities warn the intermediaries

The government pointed out Section 79(3)(b) of the Information Technology Act, which says that platforms and ISPs can lose their safe harbor protections if they don’t take down illegal content after being told to do so.

OG First Single: Pawan Kalyan Fans, Get Ready

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Pawan Kalyan’s fans are in deep distress because of their favorite hero’s latest movie, Hari Hara Veer Mallu’s response. However, they are super excited for his next film, OG. Pawan Kalyan fans will soon enjoy the first single of the film.

Directed by Sujeeth, “They Call Him OG” created massive anticipation just with a teaser, and undoubtedly, it is the most awaited movie from Telugu Cinema. There are high possibilities for the film to emerge as one of the biggest grossers of Tollywood. 

OG First Single to be out next week

The film also achieved the Telugu version’s biggest business this year. Now, the latest news is that the makers are releasing the first single of OG as a gift for Pawan Kalyan’s fans.

Everyone knows that the movie is set for a 25th September release, and the team waited for Hari Hara Veera Mallu’s release to start the promotions. 

Now that HHVM was released this week, the OG team is out to start promotions, and they are coming up with their 1st single, and the plan is to release it next week.

Court Heads to Kollywood: A Risky Bet?

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Court: State vs. A Nobody is the most appreciated Telugu film in recent days. Produced by Nani and starring Priyadarshi in the lead role, Court now heads to Kollywood, which is a risky bet for the producers. 

As said above, the movie Court is undoubtedly one of the biggest blockbusters of this year, and it also received critical acclaim. The film’s reach became much bigger after it started streaming on Netflix.

Nani’s Court Moves to Kollywood

The latest news is that this legal drama’s remake in Tamil will be led by Hero Prashant, who is set to take on Priyadarshi’s role. According to the reports, Producer 5 Star Kathiresan’s son Krithik and actress Devayani’s daughter Iniya play the other lead roles. 

Thiagarajan is expected to reprise Saikumar’s character. Court now heads to Kollywood, which is a risky bet for the producers. 

Because the movie is already available on Netflix in the Tamil language, and with the recent trend of audiences not liking remakes, it can be very risky for the makers.

Coolie Advance Bookings Roar in USA

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Rajinikanth and Lokesh Kanagaraj’s Coolie is already making waves with its advance ticket sales. The action drama’s USA bookings have opened recently. Coolie Advance Bookings roar in the USA.

The USA advance bookings for this biggie started with a storm. With three weeks left for release, the film has already crossed $300K in premiere advance bookings. Even the Telugu version is registering good occupancies, which confirms it is all set for a record opening.

Rajinikanth and Lokesh Kanagaraj’s Coolie Advance Bookings roar in the USA. Till now, Kabali is the biggest opener for Kollywood in North America, and the superstar Rajini himself is all set to beat this by a big margin.

It is widely known that the film will have a worldwide clash in theaters with Hrithik Roshan and NTR’s Coolie. These advance ticket sales have started the competition, and we should wait and watch how the box office war proceeds further. 

Hari Hara Veera Mallu 1st Day Box Office collections

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Hari Hara Veera Mallu had a fairly decent day 1 at the box office. The film received unanimous negative reviews, but the premieres added to its day 1 total. Hari Hara Veera Mallu’s 1st-day box office collections are out now.

As said above, the film saw a good opening with close to 35 Cr share in Telugu States, and if we include GST, the share is around 40 Cr. But overseas, the film had a disappointing start with a start of close to 10 Cr.

Overall, the worldwide opening day share of the film will be 47 Cr with a gross of around 70 Cr. The film’s theatrical rights are valued at 120 Cr, and the movie has recovered more than 1/3rd of it, which is good.

But the film needs to hold strong over the weekend. Also, mainly the film’s producer target is at least 150 Cr share from theatricals, as the budget is high. Pawan Kalyan’s Hari Hara Veera Mallu 1st Day Box Office collections are out, and the film needs a few more good days.

From the distributors and exhibitors’ business perspective, it is a good opening. However, for the producers, it is an average start due to the high costs involved. The film did not perform well in other languages, which is also a major concern.

War 2 Trailer: Better Output But Not Enough

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NTR fans have been waiting for the D-Day as Yash Raj Films announced the trailer of War 2. Today, the team launched the trailer in theaters and online. War 2 Trailer has better output than its teaser, but it is not enough.

The trailer shows the showdown between the leads, as they have their own reasons and missions to accomplish. As said above, Hrithik Roshan and NTR’s War 2 trailer is definitely better than the teaser, as it sets the tone right with powerful character setups. 

Both NTR and Hrithik deliver intense drama and fiery dialogues, and their face-off shots are also good. However, the VFX still feels underwhelming, and the grand action visuals could have been much better. 

Kiara Advani once again showcases the glam factor, and the trailer also shows her taking part in the action scenes. It remains to be seen how excited the Telugu audiences are for the SPY series.

Maargan Streaming Now

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Maargan, the recent crime thriller starring Vijay Antony, was released in Telugu under the same title and received good reviews. Maargan is now available for streaming on a popular digital platform.

Directed by Leo John Paul, the movie has made its digital debut on Amazon Prime Video. The viewers can stream the film in Tamil, Telugu, and Malayalam. This crime thriller is expected to repeat the positive response in theaters on OTT as well.

Vijay Antony’s Maargan is now available for streaming on Prime Video. Besides the popular actor/music director, the film also stars Ajay Dhishan in a crucial role, along with Samuthirakani, Brigida, Deepshikha, Mahanathi Shankar, and others in supporting roles. 

Made as a crime thriller, Maargan follows the life of a senior police officer, Dhruv, played by Vijay Antony, from Mumbai, who hunts a serial killer who targets young women with a burning drug. The killer uses a strange and unknown serum that turns victims’ bodies black. 

The film focuses on the truth Dhruv discovers while investigating the suspect and the dangers he faces in the process.

Hari Hara Veera Mallu Day 1 Box Office Estimates

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After being in the filming stage for five years, Pawan Kalyan’s Hari Hara Veera Mallu: Part 1—Sword vs. Spirit arrived in theaters today and opened to not-so-good reviews. Hari Hara Veera Mallu Day 1 box office estimates are out now.

This periodic action drama opens very big with premieres, and it collected close to 20 Cr gross. Despite opening with a unanimous negative WOM from premieres/day 1, the film managed to collect good collections in India, while overseas, it disappointed a bit.

Pawan Kalyan’s Hari Hara Veera Mallu Day 1 box office estimates are out now, and they are close to 75 Cr gross worldwide, which is a very good opening. The theatrical breakeven value for the distributors is at 200 Cr gross.

So, the movie’s recovery is more than 1/3rd of the break-even value on the opening day. However, the concern is that the second-day bookings are very poor, and the film needs to post good numbers till the weekend at least.

Pawan Kalyan Confirms Hari Hara Veera Mallu Sequel

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Pawan Kalyan’s first-ever periodic movie, Hari Hara Veera Mallu: Part 1—Sword vs. Spirit, was released in theaters today. The makers arranged a success meet, and during his speech, Pawan Kalyan confirmed Hari Hara Veera Mallu’s sequel.

The producers of the film conducted a success meet to raise the film’s buzz as it received unanimous negative reviews. Also, Pawan Kalyan confirmed Hari Hara Veera Mallu’s sequel.

The actor stated that 20% – 30% of the second part’s shooting has been completed already, and he also addressed the concerns of audiences on VFX.

Pawan said that there is definitely room for improvement in technical aspects, and the unit has taken note of everything. 

Pawan Kalyan addresses the Criticism on the VFX in Hai Hara Veera Mallu

“The corrections and suggestions have been received, and we will make sure these things are corrected and improved in Hari Hara Veera Mallu Part 2. I hope part 2 will go to sets very soon.”

Hari Hara Veera Mallu Second Half Undergoes Major Trimming

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Hari Hara Veera Mallu: Part 1—Sword vs. Spirit, the periodic action movie starring Pawan Kalyan, was released in theaters today. The film received bad WOM from its special premieres, and the second half of Hari Hara Veera Mallu goes for a major trimming.

On the night of July 23rd, HHVM’s team screened paid/special premieres, to which audiences responded massively with huge numbers. However, the response after the show was not at all good.

Hari Hara Veera Mallu’s Second Half to be trimmed

Many criticized the film for its poor/tacky visual effects, and the makers have now decided to remove a few scenes from the film, as Pawan Kalyan’s Hari Hara Veera Mallu’s second half undergoes major trimming.

Reportedly, a total of 15 minutes in the second half will be trimmed, and mainly, the bad VFX shots will be removed. Already, a lot of VFX shots from the film’s second half have been shared on social media and received big trolls.

We need to see whether the makers’ decision of trimming the film works for HHVM and after it can better the WOM. But practically it is not possible, as already the damage has happened.

The makers of Hari Hara Veera Mallu: Part 1—Sword vs. Spirit should take care of these things before the release.