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Pushpa 2 vs Baby John irks PVR Inox

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National Multiplex Chain, PVR Inox looks undecided between Pushpa 2 and Baby John. Pushpa 2 which released this month is rocking the box office especially in the Hindi Belt. So much so that it has grossed more than 600 crores there becoming the highest grosser as well. On the other hand, Baby John starring Varun Dhawan is releasing on 25th December and this clash has put PVR Inox in trouble.

Pushpa 2 is still unstoppable at box office raking in more than 175 crores in its second week. The film is also expected to continue the same momentum even in the third week but Baby John looks to dampen its prospects a bit. To accommodate screens for Baby John might see Pushpa 2 losing the box office grip as well. Hindi Distributor of Pushpa 2, Anil Thadani is demanding to get 50% screens for Pushpa 2 but this looks not possible with the release of a direct Hindi film.

Baby John too is riding high with the hype generated and may also set the box office on fire. Mufasa: The Lion King too has already released which implies that Baby John would be restricted to less than 50% which is a big blow. So, we have to see what PVR Inox would do to impress both the film parties involved.

Priyanka Chopra cast in Mahesh Babu – Rajamouli film

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The much excited Mahesh Babu – Rajamouli film, tentatively titled SSMB29 is set to take off soon. The pre-production works and location scouting have already been finished by the Director Rajamouli. It is now speculated that Bollywood Actress, Priyanka Chopra is coming onboard for the film to take the hype further. She will be the lead actress in the film. This will be a good choice, as Priyanka Chopra often opts for action films. She has a strong following in Hindi cinema and has also acted in Hollywood films before. The Mahesh Babu-Rajamouli film is targeting both international and Indian markets.

Malayalam Actor Prithviraj Sukumaran is also said to be considered for the antagonist role as per sources. The film’s shoot is expected to begin anytime in January next year. It is also learnt that the film may see a release only in 2027.

This film is also said to be a single part film and will not have any sequel. Mahesh Babu is preparing himself physically for the film which will see him going overboard with action stunts. It will also be shot in various foreign locations and the budget will also be huge.

Bacchala Malli Movie Review: Engages only in parts

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Movie Name: Bacchala Malli
Rating: 2.25/5
Cast: Allari Naresh, Amrita Aiyer, Rao Ramesh, Hariteja, Achyuth Kumar and Praveen
Director: Subbu Mangadevvi
Produced By: Rajesh Danda, Balaji Gutta
Release Date: 20th December 2024

Story:

The film is about the titular character, Bacchala Malli, played by Allari Naresh who is stubborn/foolish and adamant in his life and listens to no one. He hates his father because of an incident in his teenage and carries that hatred to death. However, Malli wants to change his life path when he meets Kaveri, played by Amrita Aiyer as he falls in love with her. Will Malli be able to win Kaveri’s love? What circumstances did he face in his journey because of his stubbornness? The answers to these questions form the rest of the story.

Performances:

Allari Naresh gave a heartfelt performance as Malli. His efforts can be seen in every scene. Amrita Aiyer was good and provided the required impact with her performance. Hariteja made her presence felt. Rao Ramesh was usual, while Rohini, Kota Jayaram, Achyuth Kumar, Prasad Behra, Ankith Koyya, and Praveen were fine.

Analysis:

Based on a true story, the film, Bacchala Malli tries to deliver a message. The trailer shows the film’s path and, it is nothing different from the movie. It solely concentrates on showing the lead character in an inhibited manner and succeeds in a few places. The first half raises some interest in the proceedings and though there is nothing new, there is nothing bad either. The interval scene tries to give a shock value and one would expect more intense taking in the second half. However, the film loses the flow as it progresses, and even the biggest emotional setbacks that the hero faces have zero value. The climax could have been an enduring experience if the hero’s character and journey had the right impact but faltered because of weak execution until then.

Positives:

  • Allari Naresh’s Performance
  • Initial Part in the First Half
  • Few Scenes in the Love Track

Negatives:

  • Zero Connection with the Lead Character
  • Dull Narration
  • Poor Effect of Emotional Scenes
  • Few Unnecessary Characters

Bacchala Malli Review and Verdict:

Bacchala Malli engages only in parts. Though the director’s intention was clear, the execution does not reflect it on screen. Allari Naresh’s sincere performance, few good dialogues here and there work for the film, but it turns out to be a boring affair for most of the parts.

Stream Pottel and Zebra online

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Exciting additions are coming to OTT platforms this week, promising an engaging mix of drama and thrill for Telugu cinema enthusiasts. Two notable entries—Pottel and Zebra—are set to captivate audiences with their unique narratives.

After its theatrical release on October 25, 2024, Pottel has finally found its digital home on Prime Video and Aha. This poignant film explores the traditions and cultural intricacies of rural Telangana through a compelling storyline. Directed by [director’s name], it stars Yuva Chandra Krishna and Ananya Nagalla in pivotal roles. Set in the remote village of Gurramgattu, surrounded by dense forests, the film follows Pedda Gangadhar (Yuva), a shepherd determined to provide his daughter with formal education—a rare ambition in his caste-dominated society. Pottel is a must-watch for its powerful narrative and stunning portrayal of Telangana’s rural landscape.

Zebra Streaming on Aha from December 20, 2024, Zebra is an edge-of-the-seat crime thriller. The story revolves around a brilliant detective unraveling a series of mysterious murders in a small town. Packed with suspense, unexpected twists, and stellar performances, this gripping series promises a thrilling experience for viewers. This week’s OTT offerings provide a perfect balance of heartfelt storytelling and adrenaline-pumping drama, ensuring there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Viduthalai Part 1 streaming for free

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Viduthalai Part 2 is all set for release tomorrow worldwide. The film’s Viduthalai Part 1 prequel starring Vijay Sethupathi and Soori became a blockbuster after its release. The team has also worked hard for the sequel to repeat the same success. Now, Viduthalai Part 1 has been allowed for streaming for free by the makers.

The OTT streaming partner, Zee5 has offered this free viewing opportunity to the fans and Audience. This move will definitely increase the viewership of Viduthalai 1 and therefore hype for Viduthalai Part 2 will go high. It has to be known if the team is behind this move or it was just a timely idea of Zee 5 to increase the viewership.

The film is also releasing in Telugu version tomorrow. Vijay Sethupathi and the team have extensively promoted the film to achieve a success here as well. The Actor with the success of his previous film, Maharaja is looking to score one more blockbuster with Viduthalai Part 2.

Ram Gopal Varma’s Vyooham earns 11,000 per view

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Tollywood Director Ram Gopal Varma’s political satire film, Vyooham created a big controversy before its release. The film depicting the Politicians of Andhra Pradesh was even put on hold before the release by the High Court with many cases filed against it. However, Vyooham made it to the theatres after much delay and bombed. But the film was sold to the AP Fibernet at record price. It has been revealed now that Vyooham was paid a record ₹11,000 for every view.

It came to notice that the then Government offered ₹11,000 per view and with 1863 people watching it, Vyooham made 2 crores 15 lakhs on the AP Fibernet. This is going viral now on social media platforms. AP Fibernet is an organisation set up by the AP Government to cater to the home audience providing them with broadband and landline connections. Now, the current Chairman of the organisation claims that the said incident has been identified within the organisation.

We need to see how the Government would take action on this. Ram Gopal Varma is yet to respond about the incident. The current AP Government led by Chandrababu Naidu is already after the Director for making such political satire films and resorting to image mockery of the politician for the past years on social media. However, the Director has won against the Government in getting an anticipatory bail preventing an arrest.

Game Changer and Daaku Maharaaj Trailer release details

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The Sankranthi biggies, Game Changer and Daaku Maharaaj are gearing up for the release of their most awaited Trailers. The shoot of both the films is almost complete with post production works in place. The release date and details of other updates of both the films are given below.

Game Changer Trailer is reported to release on 27th December with Daaku Maharaaj Trailer arriving on 4th January. Both the films’ pre-release events are planned grandly in USA. It is also known that Game Changer events are planned across major cities of the country to get a Pan India appeal. Whereas, Daaku Maharaaj pre-release event is said to happen on 4th January where trailer will also be released.

Coming to the updates, Game Changer’s 4th Single, Dhop promo is already out and the full lyrical will release 21st December. Daaku Maharaaj’s second Single Chinni will also be released on 23rd December as confirmed by the makers now. An Item song from the film is also said to arrive during the New Year Day. So, the promotions will be on for both the films.

Pushpa 2 makers inflate numbers to claim the throne

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Pushpa 2 has established many records after its release with a stunning performance at the box office. The film has also grossed more than 1000 crores worldwide bringing a joy to the fans and Audience as well. But, in the game of numbers and throne, Pushpa 2 makers have now inflated the actual numbers by claiming that it grossed 1500 crores.

Till now, Baahubali 2, KGF Chapter 2, RRR and Kalki 2898 AD have grossed more than 1000 crores worldwide in South. But the makers of these films haven’t blown the actual numbers and presented the actual numbers. But this became different in the case of Pushpa 2 whose team has escalated the numbers upto 200 crores more.

With this feat, it is evident that the team of Pushpa 2 is eager to reflect with numbers that the film has overtaken Baahubali 2. This can definitely happen in the next two weeks of time. We may even see them coming up with something near 2000 crores as well by its final run. This is not at all encouraging to see from the team of Pushpa 2.

Maharaja crosses $10M in China

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Maharaja, the latest blockbuster of Vijay Sethupathi is doing extremely well at the Chinese box office. The film opened to a positive response there promising a big long run. Now, Maharaja has crossed the reputed $10M mark in China stunning all.

Maharaja has also recently surpassed Baahubali 2 which also performed huge in China. Now, Maharaja after its 3rd of week release has earned $10M, i.e., 85 crores in Indian Rupees. This is reported to be the highest collection for any South Indian film in China. If all goes well, Maharaja is also all set to touch the 100 crore mark there.

With Maharaja, Kollywood has opened itself a new market. Many upcoming biggies may also see a release there with the ultimate success of Maharaja. Vijay Sethupathi who was suffering with back to back disasters will be pumped up with the performance of Maharaja in China as well.

Daaku Maharaaj Second Single “Chinni” arriving

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Balakrishna and Bobby upcoming film, Daaku Maharaaj is all set for release on 12th January next year during the Sankranthi season. Daaku Maharaaj’s promotional acitivities have already begun officially with the team releasing the first single, The Rage of Daaku recently. Now, Daaku Maharaaj’s Second Single, Chinni is arriving soon on YouTube.

Chinni will be out on 23rd December as confirmed by the makers. Thaman S who has been supplying charbuster albums for Balakrishna in the recent years is expected to deliver another one with this. The Rage of Daaku has already struck well with the mass audience also elevating the theme of the film. Chinni is all set to present the family vibe of the film which was also seen from the poster. Balakrishna is seen walking alongwith a girl on her way to the school.

The teaser of Daaku Maharaaj has created the necessary buzz gaining more than 13 Million views on YouTube. Thet trailer will also be released soon mostly during the New Year day. Director Bobby is pumped up with his previous blockbuster Waltair Veerayya and looks to repeat it again with Daaku Maharaaj.