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Sachein Re-Release Box Office Day 1: Thalapathy Vijay Axes Every Single Re-Release Lifetime Except 1! (Photo Credit – Instagram/Hotstar)

Thalapathy Vijay has roared at the box office before he arrived with his final film, Jana Nayagan! His 2005 film, Sachein is currently running in theaters and earning good numbers at the box office with its re-release! The film had brilliant ticket pre-sales on Bms, hinting at the uproar it might create!

Surpasses Every Single Re-Release

Interestingly, Thalapathy Vijay has surpassed the lifetime collection of every single Tamil re-release at the box office, except for his own Ghilli! Ghilli’s re-release was historic at the box office, earning 32.50 crore worldwide during the re-run.

Sachein Re-Release Box Office Collection

Sachein earned 10 crore at the box office on its opening day, earning almost 25% more than Ajith’s Good Bad Ugly, which earned only in the 8 crore range! Interestingly, while this is the biggest opening for a Tamil re-release,...

Does Vijay Deverakonda have an idea ll married life in mind?(Photo Credit –Facebook)

Vijay Deverakona is all set to return to the big screens with VD12, now titled Kingdom. He is all set to light up the screens with this action drama, he is well known for his irresistible charm and magnetic presence.

With all these relationship tidbits going around about him and Rashmika Mandanna, why don’t we look back to when he opened up about his plans for marriage?

During the promotional event of the song launch titled Aradhya, Vijay opened up about his love life and marriage plans.

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Vijay said, “Aradhya is a song that depicts a young couple deeply in love, experiencing the first year of marriage where they revel in their personal space and intimacy.

Top Actresses Skipping Telugu Films (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Many top South actresses are shifting their focus to Bollywood as well as other industries, which is raising concerns among their Telugu fans. Actresses like Shruti Haasan, Samantha, Kajal Aggarwal, and Nayanthara have reduced their presence in Telugu films and it is leading to discussions about their career choices.

Shruti Haasan was last seen in a major role in Salaar, and after that, she has not worked on a significant number of Telugu projects. Though she made a guest appearance in a song in Hi Nanna, her absence in full-length roles is noticeable. She continues to work in other industries, but her lack of Telugu films disappoints fans.

Samantha, who was once a leading actress in Tollywood, has not signed any major Telugu films since Kushi. Instead, she focuses on Bollywood and digital projects like Citadel and Rakht Brahmand. Her absence from...

What Did Jyothika Say About Facing Casual Sexism? (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Jyothika is one of the most celebrated actresses in Indian cinema, having worked extensively in Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Hindi films. She made her Bollywood debut in 1998 with Doli Saja Ke Rakhna before achieving stardom in the South Indian film industry with hits like Kushi, Chandramukhi, and Mozhi. Her powerful performances and versatility made her a fan favorite, and she has won multiple awards over her career spanning more than two decades.

In 2006, Jyothika married Tamil superstar Suriya and took a break from films to focus on her family. However, she made a successful comeback in 2015, choosing roles emphasizing strong, independent female characters. Despite her individual achievements, Jyothika recently revealed that she continues to experience casual sexism, particularly because of her identity as Suriya’s wife.

Jyothika Says Facing Discrimination Has Been An Everyday Thing

In a recent interview with News18 Showsha,...

Indian movies, especially after the ‘90s, have been lambasted and celebrated for setting unrealistic expectations when it comes to romance while distorting the very definition of love. Yes, Shah Rukh Khan is lauded for his romantic films, but one of his most popular ventures to date, Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge, glorified stalking and set a really bad precedent. Thalapathy Vijay’s hugely popular Kushi was chock-full of problematic stuff like navel-gazing and blatant sexism. Allu Arjun’s Aarya normalized the treatment of girls like they are trophies who are supposed to be won by men. After that, stuff like Pyaar Ka Punchnama, Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani, Raja Rani, Arjun Reddy, and Animal gained popularity, and heterosexual romance sort of went into the gutter and has yet to see a positive resurgence. While I was here thinking that things were bad in terms of romantic dramas in India, South Africa came...

When Samantha Ruth Prabhu spoke about doing her Pushpa item song amid divorce from Naga Chaitanya! ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

It is not a hidden fact that Samantha Ruth Prabhu’s bold and sizzling avatar in Pushpa in the dance number ‘Oo Antava’ had set the big screen on fire. Not only her sensuous dance moves but also fans were left swooning over her scintillating chemistry with Allu Arjun. However, did you know that her friends and family told the actress not to go ahead with the dance number? Yes, you heard that right! The reason being her ongoing separation from her ex-husband, Naga Chaitanya.

In an earlier interview with an entertainment publication, Samantha Ruth Prabhu recalled that all her loved ones told her not to go ahead with the Pushpa song because she was in the middle of a separation from Naga Chaitanya. However, paying no heed to them, the...

Jujutsu Kaisen is one of the most popular anime of the modern generation. There are tons of great anime in the modern generation however, Jujutsu Kaisen has reached the pinnacle by winning almost every award. Gege Akutami’s masterpiece may have garnered a massive fandom, but the continuous leaks have made the story worse than the fans expected.

Watching Jujutsu Kaisen suffer so much from leaks, Gachiakuta writer Kei Urana openly addressed the problem on social media. Even the fans supported her and stood against the illegal ways that ruined the manga and created a bad name for the mangaka. In recent times, the problem of leaks has become a fashion and has gotten out of hand.

Kei Urana Uses Jujutsu Kaisen As An Example To Stand Against Bootlegs And Leaks Jujutsu Kaisen manga (Credit: Viz Media)

Kei Urana is known for creating Gachiakuta. The anime is scheduled to release...

Did You Know Vijay Deverakonda’s Mother Cameoed In Rumored Girlfriend Rashmika Mandanna’s Film?(Photo Credit –Instagram)

Last week marked the fifth anniversary of the movie Dear Comrade, starring Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda. Released in 2019, this film tells the story of Bobby, a student politician dealing with anger issues, and his transformative relationship with Lilly. While the film was widely praised by audiences, many are unaware that Vijay Deverakonda’s mother had a cameo in the movie.

Vijay Deverakonda’s mother, Madhavi Deverakonda, made a brief appearance in Dear Comrade. She played a college lecturer in one of the scenes. Her role was subtle and brief, making it easy for viewers to miss her connection to Vijay Deverakonda. As a result, her cameo went largely unnoticed by most of the audience.

On the fifth anniversary of Dear Comrade, Rashmika Mandanna shared her reflections on the memorable moments during the film’s making.

Samantha Ruth Prabhu’s Sultry Maroon Dress Goes Viral On Social Media ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Samantha Ruth Prabhu is a star for all seasons; it’s no secret that the actress enjoys a great fan following, with ardent well-wishers following her every move. With the passing of time, Samantha has become a fashion icon with her bold colors and suave fits. A lot of fans and fashion enthusiasts look to her for inspiration. And while many of Samantha’s looks have gone viral, the latest picture is getting more love than ever. Samantha took to Instagram to share a couple of pictures in a maroon fitted outfit, and the internet has gone all fangirl over it.

In addition to her acting talent, Samantha Ruth Prabhu is well-known for her impeccable style. She is the personification of elegance and charm in the Indian film industry. With her natural ability to mix classic elegance with modern trends,...

Vijay Deverakonda Announces Two New Films On His 35th Birthday (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Vijay Deverakonda has finally decided to shed the failures of his last release, The Family Star, and has moved on to his next films. In fact, on the 35th birthday, the actor announced not one but two films. But will these films help him redeem his star power at the box office?

Vijay’s Redemption Plan

In order to get back on track, the actor has very carefully chosen not just one but two scripts that might give him the required push and help him conquer the number game, especially because it is such a great time for Telugu Cinema in particular.

The year 2024 has been working in favor of South Indian films, Telugu and Malayalam in particular. The year started with a bang with Teja Sajja’s HanuMan, which set the tone for Telugu films to...

Producer Dil Raju Implements A Strategy To Recover Losses From The Family Star?(Photo Credit –Instagram/IMDb)

A rough phase continues in Vijay Deverakonda‘s career as he’s unable to find that one successful film that would bring him back into the game. His recently released The Family Star has turned out to be a washout at the worldwide box office, and the film is heading to wrap up its run much below the 40 crore mark. With such a result, producer Dil Raju is in deep trouble and is trying his best to minimize the losses. Keep reading to know more!

After Kushi‘s poor performance, fans expected The Family Star would be a much-needed successful comeback for the actor, but that didn’t happen. In fact, the film stayed much below expectations and has already got a verdict of disaster at the worldwide box office. Initially, the film...

Rashmika Mandanna Had A Cameo In Vijay Deverakonda’s The Family Star ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Cameos are the most glamorous part of films, and a star cameo that pops up as a surprise generally garners a lot of buzz and attention, acting as a catalyst for a film’s growth in general. One such cameo was planned for Vijay Deverakonda‘s film The Family Star, and Rashmika Mandanna was more than happy to oblige.

The Animal starlet shot for the scene, and her entry was planned in a very surprising cameo that might have uplifted the film for all the right reasons. In fact, pictures of this scene also leaked on the internet.

However, reports by 123 Telugu suggest that Rashmika Mandanna’s cameo was chopped off at the last minute before the release of the film on April 5. Rashmika’s scene was kept under wraps, but it nevertheless made its way to the internet.

Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire Box Office Collection Day 9 (India): Sees A Big Jump ( Photo Credit – YouTube )

With no new major release from Bollywood and even Hollywood not challenging its run either, Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire made the most of some of the most premium screens at its disposal. The film has been doing well not just in English but also in Hindi and other regional languages, as a result of which it’s getting around half the business, each coming from English and non-English categories.

On Saturday, the Monsterverse film saw a big jump in collections, with 5.70 crore more coming in. On Friday, the film netted 3 crore, and that too without any sort of offer running on ticket sales. Though last Saturday the film didn’t quite go berserk, the collections still showed an upswing, which was good.

They had stayed in the double-digit zone right through the weekend,...

Bade Miyan Chote Miyan vs Maidaan Box Office: Revisiting Akshay Kumar & Ajay Devgn’s Last 3 Films!

(Photo Credit – Instagram)

It will be a clash of the titans this Eid season as Ajay Devgn is all set to compete with Akshay Kumar. We’re talking about Maidaan and Bade Miyan Chote Miyan, which are both releasing on April 10, 2024. Ahead of the big clash, let’s analyze the box office collections made by the last three films of the superstars.

To start with, Maidaan is a biographical sports drama based on the life of coach Syed Abdul Rahim, who revolutionized football in India. The cast includes Priyamani as Ajay Devgn’s love interest, Gajraj Rao and Rudranil Ghosh.

On the other hand, Bade Miyan Chote Miyan is an action thriller directed by Ali Abbas Zafar. It will feature an intriguing camaraderie between Akshay Kumar and Tiger Shroff, while Prithviraj Sukumaran will play the antagonist.

Family Star Box Office Advance Booking(Photo Credit –Facebook)

Family Star is all set to hit theatres tomorrow. Starring Vijay Deverakonda and Mrunal Thakur in key roles, the film has high hopes pinned on it, and even the makers look very confident about the content. However, no matter how much trust the makers have in their film, the advance booking at the box office does not look promising at all. In fact, it’s much lower than Vijay’s previous films. Keep reading to know more!

Vijay Deverakonda was last seen in Kushi, which released last year. The film saw mixed responses from critics, and at the box office, it underperformed. Before that, he was seen in Liger, which turned out to be a big disaster. With such a track record in recent times, the actor is looking for a strong comeback. Unfortunately, as far as start is concerned, things...

Vijay Deverakonda Talks About Delivering 200-Crore Film One Day. (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Vijay Deverakonda is currently busy with the promotions of his upcoming movie, Family Star. Recently, the actor grabbed headlines for his statement about not working with debutant directors. His conversation with Tollywood superstar Chiranjeevi also went viral where they talked about stardom and their acting journey. The Kushi actor has now given another big statement about delivering a 200-crore movie at the box office.

In 2022, Vijay claimed that his romantic action drama Liger will do more than Rs 200 crores in theatres. It was a response to a tweet about the film getting Rs 200 crore for direct digital release. The Arjun Reddy actor tweeted, “Too little. I’ll do more in the theaters.” Sadly, Liger failed to impress the masses and performed poorly at the box office. The film also stars Ananya Panday. Now, Deverakonda has opened up about...

Vijay Deverakonda Clarifies His Controversial Statement(Photo Credit –Instagram)

Vijay Deverakonda is currently busy promoting his upcoming movie, Family Star. The Telugu romantic drama is directed by Parasuram and also stars Mrunal Thakur in the lead role. The film is just a few days away from its release, and the buzz is quite high. However, before the film’s release, Vijay got into a controversy after his statement regarding debutant directors.

In an interview recently, the Arjun Reddy star was asked if he would work for a debut director from the Tamil industry. Vijay Deverakonda said he doesn’t work with debutants, and the director needs to be at least one old film. The actor believes it’s a huge challenge when one comes directly onto a set, and there will also be pressure to handle the budget and scale. Once a director has done at least one film, they will have a practice,...

Pushpa 2: Samantha To Make An Appearance ( Photo Credit – YouTube )

Pushpa 2: The Rule is one of the biggest releases of 2024. The Telugu action thriller stars Allu Arjun, Rashmika Mandanna, Fahadh Faasil, Jagadeep Prathap Bandari, Jagapathi Babu, Prakash Raj and others. Directed by Sukumar, the first part, Pushpa: The Rise, was released in 2021 and became a huge blockbuster. The music was also a big hit, especially, Samantha’s dance number, Oo Antava Oo Oo Antava.

For the past few months, there have been speculations about Samantha’s appearance in Pushpa 2. Earlier, reports stated that the Kushi actress will not have a dance number in the sequel. Names like Sreeleela and Janhvi Kapoor popped up for the special dance sequence. However, a new update reveals that the actress might have a special appearance not only in Part 2 but also in Part 3.

As reported by 123Telugu, Pushpa 2 director, Sukumar wants Samantha to...

Actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu on Christmas treated her fans with her “instant camera face.”

Samantha on December 25, took to Instagram, where she posted a picture of herself looking at the camera and smiling. She is seen sitting on a chair dressed in an ivory dress with yellow light falling upon her.

She wrote: “Instant camera face.”

The actress then shared another picture having a pouty expression and wrote: “Intermittent fasting,” probably suggesting that she cannot eat outside as she is following a diet regime.

Last year, Samantha had announced that she was diagnosed with dermatomyositis and had also talked about taking a break from work.

On the acting front, Samantha’s latest release included Kushi with Vijay Deverakonda. She will next be seen in the Indian adaptation of ‘Citadel’ with Varun Dhawan.

Jayaram, the versatile actor who has been entertaining the Malayalam audience for over three decades, is all set to make a grand comeback to Mollywood with his upcoming movie Abraham Ozler. The movie, directed by Midhun Manuel Thomas, is a medical thriller that promises to keep the viewers on the edge of their seats.

The first look poster of the movie was released on May 20, 2023, coinciding with the start of the shooting. The poster features Jayaram in a rugged and intense look as the titular character, Abraham Ozler, a doctor who is on a quest to find the truth. The tagline of the movie reads, “The truth you are searching is searching for you…!!”

Ozler Poster

The movie has an ensemble cast that includes Arjun Ashokan, Saiju Kurup, Anaswara Rajan, Senthil Krishna, Jagadheesh, Sai Kumar, and Arya Salim. The script of the movie is penned by Dr. Randheer Krishnan, a...

Mumbai, Sep 20 (Ians) Actress Samantha, who has currently taken a break from work for her health as she is dealing with Myositis, said that her she does not have clear skin due to the “steroid shots” she took for her treatment.

A fan on Instagram asked the ‘Kushi’ actress the secret for her “clear skin”. However, she denied and said that she was using a filter as she has a lot of pigmentation due to the steroids taken for her treatment.

Samantha said: “Its actually absolutely not. Chinmayi Sripada is going to fix that, she’s promised. She’s going to make my skin glossy. Actually because of this issue, I had to be on so much of steroids, I actually had to do a lot of steroid shots so it really, really messed up my skin, gave me a lot of pigmentation. So no, this is a filter guys.

Mumbai, Sep 20 (Ians) Actress Samantha, who has currently taken a break from work for her health as she is dealing with Myositis, said that her she does not have clear skin due to the “steroid shots” she took for her treatment.

A fan on Instagram asked the ‘Kushi’ actress the secret for her “clear skin”. However, she denied and said that she was using a filter as she has a lot of pigmentation due to the steroids taken for her treatment.

Samantha said: “Its actually absolutely not. Chinmayi Sripada is going to fix that, she’s promised. She’s going to make my skin glossy. Actually because of this issue, I had to be on so much of steroids, I actually had to do a lot of steroid shots so it really, really messed up my skin, gave me a lot of pigmentation. So no, this is a filter guys.

The romantic family entertainer Kushi, starring Vijay Deverakonda and Samantha Ruth Prabhu, opened to a huge response from fans and cinephiles worldwide on September 1. The film, directed by Sekhar Kammula, was released in four languages: Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam and Hindi. The film received positive reviews from critics and audiences for its refreshing story, charming performances and soothing music.

However, the film’s box office performance was not as impressive as expected. The film faced stiff competition from other releases and also suffered from the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic. The film’s collections dropped significantly after the opening weekend and the film failed to recover its production cost.

Kushi Trailer

As a result, the makers of the film have decided to release the film on the digital streaming platform Netflix within a month of its theatrical release. According to a report by Ntv Telugu, the film will start streaming on...

S. J. Suryah, the versatile actor-director-composer-producer, has confirmed that he is playing the main antagonist in the upcoming film Indian 2, starring Kamal Haasan in the lead role. The film, directed by Shankar, is a sequel to the 1996 blockbuster Indian, which featured Kamal Haasan in dual roles as a freedom fighter and his son.

Suryah is known for his diverse roles in Tamil cinema, both as a hero and a villain. He made his directorial debut with Vaali in 1999, which was a huge hit and catapulted him to stardom. He then directed and acted in films like Kushi, New, Anbe Aaruyire and Isai. He also proved his mettle as a villain in films like Iraivi, Spyder, Mersal and Monster2

Suryah is also busy with other projects, such as Kadamaiyai Sei, a thriller film directed by Sathya Siva, where he plays a cop. He also has Bommai, a romantic thriller directed by Radha Mohan,...

Samantha Ruth Prabhu is spending her holiday in New York City by attending events, serving superb sartorial moments, visiting local haunts, and more. The Kushi actor’s latest post shows her enjoying a day outing in the Central Park of New York City.

Samantha wore a uber-cool ensemble to enjoy her stroll in nature on a balmy sunny day. She wore a blue-coloured sports bra, tights and denim jacket, serving athleisure fashion goals. Scroll through to check out Samantha’s photo dump from Central Park.

Samantha wore a blue sports bra, tights and denim jacket for her outing in Central Park. While the bra top features noodle straps, a plunging neckline, racerback detail, and a super-cropped hem, the tights have a high-rise waistline and a bodycon fitting. The denim jacket has notch lapel collars, full-length sleeves, and oversized fitting.

Samantha accessorised the look with a white baseball cap, tinted sunglasses,...

EntertainmentAt the trailer launch of his next film ‘Kushi’, Vijay Deverakonda was reflecting on his statements before ‘Liger’ released when he claimed the film would do business of over Rs 200 crore. Actor Vijay Deverakonda has declared that he will refrain from making premature statements about his movies becoming blockbuster hits even before their release, at least for his next three films. Vijay’s statement came ahead of the release of his film Kushi co-starring Samantha. The actor was reflecting on his statements before the release of the much-hyped film Liger when he claimed that the film could do business of over Rs 200 crore in theatres. “I have decided that for the next three films, I am going to shut my mouth and let my work speak for itself. It is a self-inflicted punishment because I embarrassed myself,” Vijay said. Liger, directed by Puri Jagannadh and co-produced by Karan Johar, bombed at the box office.

The much-awaited trailer of Kushi, the upcoming pan-Indian romantic comedy film starring Vijay Deverakonda and Samantha Ruth Prabhu, was released on August 9, 2023. The film, which is written and directed by Shiva Nirvana, will hit the screens on September 1, 2023 in five languages: Telugu, Tamil, Hindi, Malayalam and Kannada. The trailer has already garnered a lot of positive buzz from the fans and critics alike, who are eagerly waiting to witness the crackling chemistry of the lead pair.

Kushi is an authentic love story that explores the ups and downs of a relationship before and after marriage. The film is said to have a one-line similar to the cult classic Alai Payuthey, which starred Madhavan and Shalini in the lead roles. The trailer showcases how Vijay’s character Vikram, a travel photographer, falls in love with Samantha’s character Aaradhya, a Brahmin girl, in the scenic backdrop of Kashmir. The two face...

EntertainmentSamantha was diagnosed with an autoimmune condition called myositis last year, and the actor reportedly wants to focus on her health and seek treatment. Actor Samantha will take a sabbatical from acting after wrapping up Kushi and Citadel, according to sources. The actor reportedly wants to focus on her health and seek treatment. She is currently shooting for Kushi with Vijay Deverakonda, the production work of which is scheduled to be completed in the next three days. She has also almost completed filming for the web series Citadel with Varun Dhawan. The actor has not signed any new projects as she hopes to take a break from work. Sources say that she has also returned the advance payments that she received previously for various projects. Last year, Samantha was diagnosed with an autoimmune condition called myositis, which comprises a group of rare conditions, for which the main symptoms are weak,...

CinemaDirector Parasuram Petla and Vijay Deverakonda had previously collaborated on the 2018 film ‘Geetha Govindam’, which also starred Rashmika Mandanna. Mrunal Thakur and Vijay Deverakonda: Twitter/SVC_officialVijay Deverakonda and Mrunal Thakur will act together in Geetha Govindam director Parasuram Petla’s next. The yet-to-be-titled film was officially launched on Wednesday, June 14, and shooting is expected to begin soon. The film is being produced under Sri Venkateswara Creations, the production banner of Tollywood producer ‘Dil’ Raju. The film will have music composed by Gopi Sundar, similar to Parasuram and Vijay Deverakonda’s previous collaboration, the 2018 film Geetha Govindam. Ku Mohanan will be the film’s cinematographer, the announcement said. While Geetha Govindam was criticised for its problematic portrayal of the relationship between the lead characters played by Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna, it was a huge commercial success and cemented Deverakonda’s status as a star after Arjun Reddy. While the...

EntertainmentSamantha is in Turkey shooting for Kushi, which also stars Vijay DeverakondaSamantha, who is in Turkey, shooting for the movie Kushi, has shared several photos where she is clearly seen having a fun time and have aptly described them as “Best of these days.” Kushi has actor Vijay Deverakonda playing the male lead. And going by the pictures, the Turkey visit seems more like a workcation. In a series of photos shared on Instagram, the actor gives a glimpse of the hotel’s riverside view and a Turkish hammam. A hammam is an Ottoman version of a steam bath and rejuvenation. In another photo, she is lying in a car and reading Jung’s Seminar on Nietzsche’s Zarathustra. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Samantha (@samantharuthprabhuoffl) Earlier, Samantha had shared a photo with Vijay Deverakonda with a caption, “Sees you at your best, sees you at your worst.

TollywoodIn a note about her co-star Vijay Deverakonda, Samantha said he was one of her friends who had seen her through lows and highs and stood by her. The actors will be seen together in the upcoming film ‘Kushi’. InstagramActors Samantha Ruth Prabhu and Vijay Deverakonda who will soon be seen together for the first time on screen in the romantic comedy film Kushi, were recently in Turkey to shoot for the upcoming film. Ahead of its release, Samantha took to social media to express warmth and affection for her co-star Vijay Deverakonda. Sharing a picture of the two of them at a restaurant on Thursday, June 1, clicked by director Shiva Nirvana, Samantha wrote in an Instagram post: “Sees you at your best, sees you at your worst. Sees you come last, sees you come first. Sees your lows, sees your highs. Some friends gently standby. What a year it has been!

KollywoodVijay’s ‘Varisu’, co-starring Rashmika Mandanna and directed by Telugu filmmaker Vamshi Paidipally, and Ajith-Manju Warrier starrer ‘Thunivu’ are both scheduled to release on Pongal next year.Tnm StaffTwitter/ BayViewProjectsLLP, Sri Venkateswara CreationsTwo of Tamil cinema’s biggest stars, Vijay and Ajith Kumar, are once again headed to lock horns at the box office. Vijay’s Varisu, co-starring Rashmika Mandanna and directed by Telugu filmmaker Vamshi Paidipally, and Ajith-Manju Warrier starrer Thunivu are both scheduled to release on Pongal next year. Thunivu is helmed by H Vinoth and bankrolled by Boney Kapoor, while Varisu has been produced by Dil Raju and Sirish. Among the two, Varisu is coming to theatres after facing a number of roadblocks along the way. The film’s release was initially scheduled for Sankranti this year alongside Adipurush, starring Prabhas, Kriti Sanon and Saif Ali Khan. This, however, had to be delayed after the Telugu producers...

Surat, Sep 20 (Ians) Top seeds Maharashtra and West Bengal breezed through their opening two rounds in women’s table tennis to virtually assure their semifinal berths in the 36th National Games here on Tuesday.

Maharashtra opened their Group A campaign by beating hosts Gujarat while West Bengal got started with a win against Tamil Nadu in Group B.

Diya Chitale got the better of Gujarat’s Frenaz Chipia 11-9, 11-6, 12-10 in the opening match to lead Maharashtra’s charge. Swastika Ghosh and Reeth Rishya Tennison then overcame Krittwika Sinha Roy and Filzahfatema Kadri to wind up their Round 1 win with big smiles.

In the second round, Diya, Swastika and Reeth again emerged victorious against Telangana to help their team to the top position in Group A.

In Group B, West Bengal rode on Sutirtha Mukherjee’s two wins to sail past Tamil Nadu, the first hurdle.

Ayhika Mukherjee scored...

MusicThe demise of singer Krishnakumar Kunnath, popularly known as Kk, came as a shock to fans and celebrities from all corners. Tnm StaffYouTube/ ScreengrabPeople across the country were in shock after news of the sudden demise of popular singer Krishnakumar Kunnath, fondly known as Kk, emerged. The versatile playback singer is considered to be the voice that defined millennials, and has produced evergreen tracks in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi and Bengali, among other languages. His songs gained a cult status among teens in the 1990s since the songs were commonly used in cultural events and farewells in schools and colleges. The 53-year-old singer performed at a concert organised by a college at Nazrul Mancha in south Kolkata for almost an hour on Tuesday, May 31. He was "feeling heavy" after reaching his hotel, and soon collapsed, officials said. He was taken to a nearby private hospital where doctors declared him dead around 10 pm,...

TollywoodA few reports claimed that Samantha and Vijay Deverakonda received minor injuries following an accident during the shoot for ‘Kushi’ in Kashmir. Tnm StaffTwitter/ Samantha Tollywood stars Samantha Ruth Prabhu and Vijay Deverakonda are busy shooting for their upcoming film Kushi, directed by Shiva Nirvana. Team Kushi has been shooting in Kashmir for the past few days, and a few news portals reported that the actors were involved in an accident. While some reports claimed that they were injured in a car accident, others stated that it occured while they were performing a stunt sequence. However, director Shiva Nirvana clarified on Tuesday, May 24, that there was no such accident and that Samantha and Vijay were not injured. Sharing the screenshot of a line from a news story that claimed that the actors were injured during the shoot in Kashmir, Shiva Nirvana tweeted on May 24 that it is fake news. Producer...

KollywoodThe film hit the big screens on April 28.Tnm StaffScreengrab/ YouTubeSamantha Ruth Prabhu, Vijay Sethupathi, and Nayanthara’s recently released Tamil film Kaathuvaakula Rendu Kaadhal, will be streaming on over-the-top (Ott) platform Disney Plus Hotstar from May 27. The film opened to mixed responses from audiences and critics alike. Sharing the announcement with fans, Disney Plus Hotstar wrote, “Get the red carpet rolling, Kanmani and Khatija are here! #KaathuvaakulaRenduKaadhal starts streaming from 27th May.” Krk is a triangular love story directed by Vignesh Shivan, with music by Anirudh. However, the film was criticised for some of its sexist and misogynistic dialogues. Krk, as the film is popularly known, hit the big screens on April 28. Nayanthara has a number of films in the pipeline including O2. The teaser of the film released earlier this week. Helmed by Gk Viknesh, O2 is set to release in four languages including Tamil, Telugu, Kannada and Malayalam.

TollywoodBilled as a family entertainer, ‘Kushi’ is directed by Shiva Nirvana of Majili fame and produced by Mythri Movie Makers.Tnm StaffTwitter/ Samantha Telugu stars Samantha Ruth Prabhu and Vijay Deverakonda are teaming up for a new film. Titled Kushi, the first motion poster of the film was released on Monday, May 16, and hints at the film being a romantic entertainer. On Monday, the makers of the film also revealed that Kushi will release on December 23 this year. Billed as a family entertainer, the Telugu film is directed by Shiva Nirvana of Majili fame and produced by Mythri Movie Makers. Apart from Samantha and Vijay, Kushi will also star Jayaram, Sachin Khedakar, Murali Sharma, Lakshmi, Ali, Rohini, Vennela Kishore, Rahul Ramakrishna, Srikanth Iyengar, Saranya and others in supporting roles. Hesham Abdul Wahab has composed the music for Kushi, while Prawin Pudi has been roped in for editing. The film will...

InterviewThe film, directed by Ks Ashoka, is about how life is full of problems and pain but also miracles and surprisesSubha J RaoAt its core, the recently-released Kannada film, Dia, is an audacious effort. How else do you explain a 138-minute film that relies entirely on conversation to keep the momentum going? The characters talk - a lot. A mother and son have heartfelt conversations, an introverted girl crushing on a boy has intense conversations with herself, and we realise later he does too. An extrovert does what he does best, speak, but he also respects silences. This ‘respect’ extends to what the director feels for the audience too. He does not believe he has to pander to the lowest common denominator. He allows his characters to breathe, and so when they don’t, your heart stops for a second too! At the theatre where I watched the film, two...