Box Office Day 1 Expectation Of Operation Valentine ( Photo Credit – Sony Pictures Films India / YouTube )
Varun Tej’s Operation Valentine has been released all across the country, and the early reviews are already in. As of now, the film is in a position to mark a fair start at the Indian box office, but that won’t be considered up to the mark. While it’s much better than Varun’s dud, Gandeevadhari Arjuna, a much bigger number was expected on day 1 from his latest release. Keep reading to know more!
Reception of Operation Valentine
Directed by Shakti Pratap Singh Hada, the action thriller has been receiving mixed reviews from critics, with many calling out its dull screenplay. Talking about the public reactions, so far, the response has been mixed, and it is expected to cause a dent in the film’s opening day run, especially by impacting the evening and night shows.
Varun Tej’s Operation Valentine has been released all across the country, and the early reviews are already in. As of now, the film is in a position to mark a fair start at the Indian box office, but that won’t be considered up to the mark. While it’s much better than Varun’s dud, Gandeevadhari Arjuna, a much bigger number was expected on day 1 from his latest release. Keep reading to know more!
Reception of Operation Valentine
Directed by Shakti Pratap Singh Hada, the action thriller has been receiving mixed reviews from critics, with many calling out its dull screenplay. Talking about the public reactions, so far, the response has been mixed, and it is expected to cause a dent in the film’s opening day run, especially by impacting the evening and night shows.
- 3/1/2024
- by Shalmesh More
- KoiMoi
Operation Valentine Movie Review Rating:
Star Cast: Varun Tej, Manushi Chhillar, Paresh Pahuja, Ruhani Sharma, Mir Sarwar, Vaibhav Tatwawadi & others
Director: Shakti Pratap Singh Hada
Operation Valentine Movie Review Is Out! (Photo Credit – Facebook)
What’s Good: Intention of promoting the valor of the Indian Air Force
What’s Bad: Uninteresting and uninspiring execution, which is literally a yawnfest
Loo Break: Too many, especially during the scenes between Manushi Chhillar and Varun Tej
Watch or Not?: Just ignore it, as it isn’t worth your time!
Language: Telugu & Hindi
Available On: Theatrical release
Runtime: 2 hours 12 minutes
User Rating:
The film introduces us to a command center officer, Ahaana Gill (Manushi Chhillar), and a fighter pilot, Arjun Dev, aka Rudra (Varun Tej). Ahaana always disapproves of Rudra’s attitude as he’s cocky and doesn’t care about protocols when it comes to saving the life of his teammates or...
Star Cast: Varun Tej, Manushi Chhillar, Paresh Pahuja, Ruhani Sharma, Mir Sarwar, Vaibhav Tatwawadi & others
Director: Shakti Pratap Singh Hada
Operation Valentine Movie Review Is Out! (Photo Credit – Facebook)
What’s Good: Intention of promoting the valor of the Indian Air Force
What’s Bad: Uninteresting and uninspiring execution, which is literally a yawnfest
Loo Break: Too many, especially during the scenes between Manushi Chhillar and Varun Tej
Watch or Not?: Just ignore it, as it isn’t worth your time!
Language: Telugu & Hindi
Available On: Theatrical release
Runtime: 2 hours 12 minutes
User Rating:
The film introduces us to a command center officer, Ahaana Gill (Manushi Chhillar), and a fighter pilot, Arjun Dev, aka Rudra (Varun Tej). Ahaana always disapproves of Rudra’s attitude as he’s cocky and doesn’t care about protocols when it comes to saving the life of his teammates or...
- 3/1/2024
- by Shalmesh More
- KoiMoi
Venkatesh’s Saindhav gets an Ott release (Photo Credit – Instagram)
Venkatesh’s film, Saindhav, was released on January 13, 2024. The film marked an unusual Saturday release, but could not make a loud thud at the box office. The movie received mixed reviews from critics, and the audience gave the film a thumbs down. While the film couldn’t sustain in theatres as expected, it has now made its way to the digital world. Below are the details on how, where, and when to watch Saindhav.
The Telugu action thriller made a total business of 18 crore at the worldwide box office, as per Sacknilk. The movie collected 15.16 crore net from India, taking its gross total to 16.25 Crore and approximately 1.75 Crore from overseas.
Where to watch Saindhav online?
Saindhav will exclusively stream on Prime Video in India and across 240 countries and territories worldwide on February 3 in Telugu and Tamil. Directed by Sailesh Kolanu...
Venkatesh’s film, Saindhav, was released on January 13, 2024. The film marked an unusual Saturday release, but could not make a loud thud at the box office. The movie received mixed reviews from critics, and the audience gave the film a thumbs down. While the film couldn’t sustain in theatres as expected, it has now made its way to the digital world. Below are the details on how, where, and when to watch Saindhav.
The Telugu action thriller made a total business of 18 crore at the worldwide box office, as per Sacknilk. The movie collected 15.16 crore net from India, taking its gross total to 16.25 Crore and approximately 1.75 Crore from overseas.
Where to watch Saindhav online?
Saindhav will exclusively stream on Prime Video in India and across 240 countries and territories worldwide on February 3 in Telugu and Tamil. Directed by Sailesh Kolanu...
- 1/31/2024
- by Nikita Wagh
- KoiMoi
Acclaimed actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui, who is making his debut in the South film industry with ‘Saindhav’ starring Venkatesh Daggubati, during a pivotal sequence shot amidst the scenic backdrop of Sri Lanka experienced an unexpected tumble off the boat. However, the actor emerged unhurt after the incident.
Recounting the moment, Nawazuddin shared: “We were shooting in Sri Lanka and I almost fell off a boat. A massive wave came our way and almost toppled me…I flew off the boat. I was lucky to land on the boat again instead of the ocean.”
The filmmakers decided to incorporate this unplanned yet thrilling moment into the final cut as they got it all on camera.
“They kept the shot in the film. I bet the audience will love it!”
‘Saindhav’ is a Telugu-language action thriller film directed by Sailesh Kolanu. It also stars Arya, Andrea Jeremiah, Shraddha Srinath, Baby Sara and Ruhani Sharma in pivotal roles.
Recounting the moment, Nawazuddin shared: “We were shooting in Sri Lanka and I almost fell off a boat. A massive wave came our way and almost toppled me…I flew off the boat. I was lucky to land on the boat again instead of the ocean.”
The filmmakers decided to incorporate this unplanned yet thrilling moment into the final cut as they got it all on camera.
“They kept the shot in the film. I bet the audience will love it!”
‘Saindhav’ is a Telugu-language action thriller film directed by Sailesh Kolanu. It also stars Arya, Andrea Jeremiah, Shraddha Srinath, Baby Sara and Ruhani Sharma in pivotal roles.
- 1/10/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
The first single from veteran Telugu actor Venkatesh Daggubati’s film ‘Saindhav’ titled ‘Wrong Usage’ is a very jovial, lighthearted, peppy track boasting some great hooks to instantly catch one’s attention, and dancing that make audiences to tap their feet.
Sung by Nakash Aziz, and composed and arranged by Santhosh Narayanan, the song is just a classic dance number which has been composed in the manner of the standard film songs in South Indian cinema.
Infusing elements of folk, film music, electronic pop, and dance numbers, ‘Wrong Usage’ is an extremely peppy number, with Nakash’s voice being the perfect one to sing along to. This is complemented sublimely by Santhosh’s composition as both of them understand one another.
Sometimes there is contrasting complement where two opposite styles, which are normally like oil and water don’t mix very well, but this is bread and butter mix as...
Sung by Nakash Aziz, and composed and arranged by Santhosh Narayanan, the song is just a classic dance number which has been composed in the manner of the standard film songs in South Indian cinema.
Infusing elements of folk, film music, electronic pop, and dance numbers, ‘Wrong Usage’ is an extremely peppy number, with Nakash’s voice being the perfect one to sing along to. This is complemented sublimely by Santhosh’s composition as both of them understand one another.
Sometimes there is contrasting complement where two opposite styles, which are normally like oil and water don’t mix very well, but this is bread and butter mix as...
- 11/21/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
The first single from veteran Telugu actor Venkatesh Daggubati’s film ‘Saindhav’ titled ‘Wrong Usage’ is a very jovial, lighthearted, peppy track boasting some great hooks to instantly catch one’s attention, and dancing that make audiences to tap their feet.
Sung by Nakash Aziz, and composed and arranged by Santhosh Narayanan, the song is just a classic dance number which has been composed in the manner of the standard film songs in South Indian cinema.
Infusing elements of folk, film music, electronic pop, and dance numbers, ‘Wrong Usage’ is an extremely peppy number, with Nakash’s voice being the perfect one to sing along to. This is complemented sublimely by Santhosh’s composition as both of them understand one another.
Sometimes there is contrasting complement where two opposite styles, which are normally like oil and water don’t mix very well, but this is bread and butter mix as...
Sung by Nakash Aziz, and composed and arranged by Santhosh Narayanan, the song is just a classic dance number which has been composed in the manner of the standard film songs in South Indian cinema.
Infusing elements of folk, film music, electronic pop, and dance numbers, ‘Wrong Usage’ is an extremely peppy number, with Nakash’s voice being the perfect one to sing along to. This is complemented sublimely by Santhosh’s composition as both of them understand one another.
Sometimes there is contrasting complement where two opposite styles, which are normally like oil and water don’t mix very well, but this is bread and butter mix as...
- 11/21/2023
- by Agency News Desk
Venkatesh’s 75th Film ‘Saindhav’ set to release on January 13th for Sankranthi. In a much-anticipated announcement, the makers of Victory Venkatesh’s landmark 75th film, ‘Saindhav’, have revealed that the movie will hit cinemas on January 13th, just a day before the auspicious festival of Sankranthi. Directed by the talented Sailesh Kolanu, known for his work in the HITverse, and produced by Venkat Boyanapalli of Niharika Entertainment, ‘Saindhav’ is poised to be a unique action and family entertainer.
The decision to release the film during the Sankranthi festival season is strategic, as it offers an ideal opportunity to maximize the long festival holidays. Additionally, it provides extra time for the promotion of this Pan India film on a national level. The movie boasts a lavish budget of 85 crores, showcasing the commitment to delivering a high-quality cinematic experience.
The film’s ensemble cast includes Venkatesh, Nawazuddin Siddique, Arya, Shraddha Srinath,...
The decision to release the film during the Sankranthi festival season is strategic, as it offers an ideal opportunity to maximize the long festival holidays. Additionally, it provides extra time for the promotion of this Pan India film on a national level. The movie boasts a lavish budget of 85 crores, showcasing the commitment to delivering a high-quality cinematic experience.
The film’s ensemble cast includes Venkatesh, Nawazuddin Siddique, Arya, Shraddha Srinath,...
- 10/15/2023
- by Nitin Jain
Venkatesh’s 75th Film ‘Saindhav’ set to release on January 13th for Sankranthi. In a much-anticipated announcement, the makers of Victory Venkatesh’s landmark 75th film, ‘Saindhav’, have revealed that the movie will hit cinemas on January 13th, just a day before the auspicious festival of Sankranthi. Directed by the talented Sailesh Kolanu, known for his work in the HITverse, and produced by Venkat Boyanapalli of Niharika Entertainment, ‘Saindhav’ is poised to be a unique action and family entertainer.
The decision to release the film during the Sankranthi festival season is strategic, as it offers an ideal opportunity to maximize the long festival holidays. Additionally, it provides extra time for the promotion of this Pan India film on a national level. The movie boasts a lavish budget of 85 crores, showcasing the commitment to delivering a high-quality cinematic experience.
The film’s ensemble cast includes Venkatesh, Nawazuddin Siddique, Arya, Shraddha Srinath,...
The decision to release the film during the Sankranthi festival season is strategic, as it offers an ideal opportunity to maximize the long festival holidays. Additionally, it provides extra time for the promotion of this Pan India film on a national level. The movie boasts a lavish budget of 85 crores, showcasing the commitment to delivering a high-quality cinematic experience.
The film’s ensemble cast includes Venkatesh, Nawazuddin Siddique, Arya, Shraddha Srinath,...
- 10/15/2023
- by Nitin Jain
- GlamSham
Filmmaker Kanu Behl’s, who is gearing up for his upcoming film ‘Agra’, has said that the film will connect with anyone who has faced emotional, psychological and sexual repression. ‘Agra’ is a gritty film about a dysfunctional family’s battle for personal space. The film is set to be screened at the ongoing 2023 Busan International Film Festival. It will be screened at the Lotte Cinema Centum City 10 and will be shown again on October 11, 2023 at Lotte Cinema Centum City 3.
Talking about the film, Kanu Behl said: “I have always believed that what is personal is also most often a universal narrative. This film, I have said repeatedly, is personal to me in many ways but it is also about every person who feels hemmed in.Anyone who has ever faced emotional, psychological and sexual repression will recognise in these characters, a little bit of themselves.”
‘Agra’ features an ensemble starcast of Rahul Roy,...
Talking about the film, Kanu Behl said: “I have always believed that what is personal is also most often a universal narrative. This film, I have said repeatedly, is personal to me in many ways but it is also about every person who feels hemmed in.Anyone who has ever faced emotional, psychological and sexual repression will recognise in these characters, a little bit of themselves.”
‘Agra’ features an ensemble starcast of Rahul Roy,...
- 10/10/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Filmmaker Kanu Behl’s, who is gearing up for his upcoming film ‘Agra’, has said that the film will connect with anyone who has faced emotional, psychological and sexual repression. ‘Agra’ is a gritty film about a dysfunctional family’s battle for personal space. The film is set to be screened at the ongoing 2023 Busan International Film Festival. It will be screened at the Lotte Cinema Centum City 10 and will be shown again on October 11, 2023 at Lotte Cinema Centum City 3.
Talking about the film, Kanu Behl said: “I have always believed that what is personal is also most often a universal narrative. This film, I have said repeatedly, is personal to me in many ways but it is also about every person who feels hemmed in.Anyone who has ever faced emotional, psychological and sexual repression will recognise in these characters, a little bit of themselves.”
‘Agra’ features an ensemble starcast of Rahul Roy,...
Talking about the film, Kanu Behl said: “I have always believed that what is personal is also most often a universal narrative. This film, I have said repeatedly, is personal to me in many ways but it is also about every person who feels hemmed in.Anyone who has ever faced emotional, psychological and sexual repression will recognise in these characters, a little bit of themselves.”
‘Agra’ features an ensemble starcast of Rahul Roy,...
- 10/10/2023
- by Agency News Desk
Actor Venkatesh Daggubati is rocking it out with a fiercely intense look in the latest poster for his upcoming crime-drama-action film ‘Saindhav’. In the poster, the 62-year-old, ‘Srinivasa Kalyanam’ actor was just looking straight up menacing, as if he only means business now and nothing can really stand in his way.
Wearing a dusty black shirt, dusty blue jeans with ruffled hair and holding a gun with a Molathadu on his wrist, the actor is seen sitting amid a bunch of ropes and items that look like wooden logs in the back. Here, Venkatesh looks like he is out for straight up murder and this look only shows this.
Much like it was for ‘Jailer’ before, the look here is very simple but it is just the straight up furious look in his eyes that compliment this intensity.
While the poster is very high quality indicating a very big production,...
Wearing a dusty black shirt, dusty blue jeans with ruffled hair and holding a gun with a Molathadu on his wrist, the actor is seen sitting amid a bunch of ropes and items that look like wooden logs in the back. Here, Venkatesh looks like he is out for straight up murder and this look only shows this.
Much like it was for ‘Jailer’ before, the look here is very simple but it is just the straight up furious look in his eyes that compliment this intensity.
While the poster is very high quality indicating a very big production,...
- 10/6/2023
- by Agency News Desk
Actor Venkatesh Daggubati is rocking it out with a fiercely intense look in the latest poster for his upcoming crime-drama-action film ‘Saindhav’. In the poster, the 62-year-old, ‘Srinivasa Kalyanam’ actor was just looking straight up menacing, as if he only means business now and nothing can really stand in his way.
Wearing a dusty black shirt, dusty blue jeans with ruffled hair and holding a gun with a Molathadu on his wrist, the actor is seen sitting amid a bunch of ropes and items that look like wooden logs in the back. Here, Venkatesh looks like he is out for straight up murder and this look only shows this.
Much like it was for ‘Jailer’ before, the look here is very simple but it is just the straight up furious look in his eyes that compliment this intensity.
While the poster is very high quality indicating a very big production,...
Wearing a dusty black shirt, dusty blue jeans with ruffled hair and holding a gun with a Molathadu on his wrist, the actor is seen sitting amid a bunch of ropes and items that look like wooden logs in the back. Here, Venkatesh looks like he is out for straight up murder and this look only shows this.
Much like it was for ‘Jailer’ before, the look here is very simple but it is just the straight up furious look in his eyes that compliment this intensity.
While the poster is very high quality indicating a very big production,...
- 10/6/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
CinemaHere is a list of some of our favourite coming-of-age films made in Telugu in recent years — not just about children or adolescents, but also lost, aimless and confused adults.Screenshots from C/o Kancharapalem, Brochevarevarura and PareshanTelugu cinema has been in the spotlight lately, even more than before, with SS Rajamouli’s Rrr gaining international recognition. Even before the Baahubali films took the country by storm, Telugu action dramas got a new lease of life through their Hindi-dubbed versions on YouTube and TV channels. While these star vehicles and ‘mass entertainers’ gained more visibility, the Telugu film industry has also been producing many films on a smaller scale — slice-of-life films, crime comedies, comedy thrillers, and rom-coms that tell moving stories of ordinary people. Here is a list of some of our favourite coming-of-age films made in Telugu in recent years — not just about children or adolescents, but also lost,...
- 7/14/2023
- by Jahnavi
- The News Minute
Award-winning filmmaker Kanu Behl’s next Hindi feature ‘Agra’ received an overwhelming response at its premiere screening at the Directors’ Fortnight, an independent section of the Cannes Film Festival, 2023. The film received a 5-minute standing ovation.
The spellbound audience applauded the film with a standing ovation and looked very receptive to the genre and the film itself. The premiere was attended by a large section of Indian and International media along with people who had reserved their seats for the premiere well in advance.
An Indo-French co-production by Saregama India Ltd, UFO Production, and O28 Films, Agra is the only Indian feature film in the Directors’ Fortnight.
Agra is Kanu Behl’s second film to have its world premiere at the Cannes Film Festival after his debut film ‘Titli’ which premiered in the 2014 Cannes Un Certain Regard section.
Agra boasts of an ensemble cast headlined by Rahul Roy (Aashiqui star...
The spellbound audience applauded the film with a standing ovation and looked very receptive to the genre and the film itself. The premiere was attended by a large section of Indian and International media along with people who had reserved their seats for the premiere well in advance.
An Indo-French co-production by Saregama India Ltd, UFO Production, and O28 Films, Agra is the only Indian feature film in the Directors’ Fortnight.
Agra is Kanu Behl’s second film to have its world premiere at the Cannes Film Festival after his debut film ‘Titli’ which premiered in the 2014 Cannes Un Certain Regard section.
Agra boasts of an ensemble cast headlined by Rahul Roy (Aashiqui star...
- 5/25/2023
- by Editorial Desk
- GlamSham
After his debut feature “Titli” bowed at Cannes’ Un Certain Regard strand in 2014, Kanu Behl is back on the Croisette with “Agra,” which has its world premiere at the Directors’ Fortnight.
” ‘Agra’ grasps the reality of patriarchy in India through the prism of male sexual misery,” is how the festival describes the film. It follows Guru, a young single call center employee who still lives with his parents. Consumed by frustration, he plunges into a fever bordering on insanity, between pathetic fantasies, dating apps and hysterical self-harm. The film also explores the role property can play in a young man’s emancipation.
After the theatrical release of “Titli” in India and France in 2015, Behl began thinking about what to do next. “I realized that I had felt a certain sexual repression or an inability to express myself sexually in my adolescent years,” Behl told Variety. The filmmaker realized that he...
” ‘Agra’ grasps the reality of patriarchy in India through the prism of male sexual misery,” is how the festival describes the film. It follows Guru, a young single call center employee who still lives with his parents. Consumed by frustration, he plunges into a fever bordering on insanity, between pathetic fantasies, dating apps and hysterical self-harm. The film also explores the role property can play in a young man’s emancipation.
After the theatrical release of “Titli” in India and France in 2015, Behl began thinking about what to do next. “I realized that I had felt a certain sexual repression or an inability to express myself sexually in my adolescent years,” Behl told Variety. The filmmaker realized that he...
- 5/24/2023
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
The team behind ‘Meet Cute’ dropped the Telugu streaming anthology’s trailer on Thursday. The teaser released recently had introduced the lead characters and showcased their rollercoaster emotions; the trailer offers a sneak peek into the stories.
The trailer begins with the voice-over of ‘Natural Star’ Nani, who is presenting the anthology. He explains the meaning of ‘Meet Cute’: “When two strangers meet accidentally, cute situations, the conversations that they have, and a memory that will last a lifetime.”
Some urban love stories with varied emotions between different lovebirds are set to unfold in the Ott series to stream on SonyLIV. The message that the anthology conveys is – “we only fight with those we love, for what we love”.
The anthology is helmed by Deepthi Ganta, the cinematography is by Vasanth Kumar, while the music is by Vijay Bulganin. While Garry B H took care of editing, Avinash Kolla is the production designer.
The trailer begins with the voice-over of ‘Natural Star’ Nani, who is presenting the anthology. He explains the meaning of ‘Meet Cute’: “When two strangers meet accidentally, cute situations, the conversations that they have, and a memory that will last a lifetime.”
Some urban love stories with varied emotions between different lovebirds are set to unfold in the Ott series to stream on SonyLIV. The message that the anthology conveys is – “we only fight with those we love, for what we love”.
The anthology is helmed by Deepthi Ganta, the cinematography is by Vasanth Kumar, while the music is by Vijay Bulganin. While Garry B H took care of editing, Avinash Kolla is the production designer.
- 11/18/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Tollywood Nani had produced the first part, which starred Vishwak Sen and Ruhani Sharma.Digital NativeDigital NativeTelugu actor Nani's production venture Hit: The First Case, a mystery thriller, had hit the theatres in February last year. Starring Vishwak Sen, Ruhani Sharma and Murali Sharma, the film was directed by a debutant Sailesh Kolanu. Hit, which stands for ‘Homicide Intervention Team’, follows the journey of Vikram Rudraraju, a cop who suffers from post-traumatic stress disorder, and the way he unravels the mystery behind a missing case. Exactly one year since the release of Hit, Nani has announced that a sequel is on the cards. The second part will be all about the journey of “Kd” from Andhra Pradesh, and Nani has left the audience to guess who and what Kd means. Sharing the news, Nani tweeted, “1 year of Hit today What better day to announce Part 2 :) You've seen how...
- 2/28/2021
- by Jahnavi
- The News Minute
TollywoodEver since 'Wanted', the remake of Mahesh Babu’s 'Pokiri', made it to the Rs 100 crore club, Telugu remakes have been popular in Bollywood.Rajeswari ParasaCourtesy..TwitterFor years, tried and tested scripts from Tollywood have been a popular option for Bollywood producers and directors who are looking to do remakes. The trend has only picked up pace ever since Salman Khan’s Wanted, which is the remake of Mahesh Babu’s Pokiri, made it to the Rs 100 crore box-office club. There are several small and big budget Telugu movies that released in the last two years which are lined up for Bollywood remakes. Here is a list of some movies that are slated for remakes: Mathu Vadalara: This crime comedy movie directed by Ritesh Rana released towards the end of 2019 and became the talk of the town. The same director is directing the remake version...
- 7/16/2020
- by Rajeswari
- The News Minute
Cinema Kolanu, who directed the original Telugu film, said that Rajkummar Rao is apt to play the role of a troubled police officer in the remake.PTIRajkummar Rao/InstagramRajkummar Rao has been roped in to star in the Hindi remake of Telugu cop thriller film Hit, the makers announced on Wednesday. Hit, which stands for Homicide Intervention Team - tells the story of a police officer who is on the trail of a missing woman. The 2020 original starred Vishwak Sen and Ruhani Sharma in the lead. Directed by Sailesh Kolanu, the Hindi remake of the action-thriller that doubles up as a cop drama will star Rajkummar in the lead. Dil Raju is attached to produce. "When I saw Hit, I instantly connected with it. It's an engaging story, relevant in today's environment. As an actor I am always on the look out to play characters I haven't explored and Hit...
- 7/15/2020
- by Geetika
- The News Minute
TollywoodIf you are a fan of the thriller genre and are looking to catch up with Telugu films, here's a list to help you decide. With the range of content available on Ott platforms, many of us are confused and unsure about which films to watch. The varied choices on streaming platforms across genres force us to spend hours before we zero in on a movie to watch. But, if you are a fan of the thriller genre and are looking to catch up with Telugu films, here's a list to help you decide. Hit (Amazon Prime Video) Hit starring Vishwak Sen and Ruhani Sharma, is relatively a new film, which left the audience spellbound. In this captivating narrative, Vishwak Sen plays an unstable police officer who is forced to investigate a challenging murder case which puts the people close to him in jeopardy. It is among the rare films...
- 6/30/2020
- by Balakrishna
- The News Minute
Tollywood In an interview, the actor-turned director said that he was low after Manmadhudhu 2 failed to attain box office success. Digital NativeRahul Ravindran made his debut as actor and then turned his attention to film direction. His maiden film was the Telugu movie Chi La Sow which fetched him the National Award for Best Original Screenplay. Chi La Sow was a breezy romantic entertainer that had Sushanth and Ruhani Sharma in the lead roles. The star cast also included Rohini, Anu Haasan, Vennela Kishore, Rahul Ramakrishnan, Sanjay Swaroop, and Vidyulekha Raman. The technical crew of the film comprised Prashanth R Vihari for composing music and M Sukumar for cranking the camera. Following its success, Rahul went on to direct Manmadhudu 2 with Nagarjuna in the lead role. Reports at that time were that Nagarjuna chose Rahul Ravindran to wield the megaphone for the Manmadhudu sequel after he was impressed with...
- 4/17/2020
- by Sreedevi
- The News Minute
EntertainmentAbout 10 new south Indian films are now streaming on Netflix and Amazon PrimeTNM StaffApril looks like another month of self-isolation and most of us have been searching for good listicles with good movie recommendations. If you are the kind who likes to keep up with the latest releases, here is a list of new films that are now streaming on Netflix and Amazon Prime. Tamil Kannum Kannum Kollaiyadithaal (Netflix) This film, by debut director Desingh Periyasamy, stars Dulquer Salmaan and Ritu Varma in the lead. Released on February 28, the film is a well-made crime comedy that gets better in the second half. If you are in the mood for some good fun, then Kannum Kannum is worth your time. V1 Murder Case (Amazon Prime) This thriller by debut director Pavel Navageethan, who is also an actor, received good response for the film. However, it was not without certain flaws. The...
- 4/9/2020
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
EntertainmentAbout 10 new south Indian films are now streaming on Netflix and Amazon PrimeTNM StaffApril looks like another month of self-isolation and most of us have been searching for good listicles with good movie recommendations. If you are the kind who likes to keep up with the latest releases, here is a list of new films that are now streaming on Netflix and Amazon Prime. Tamil Kannum Kannum Kollaiyadithaal (Netflix) This film, by debut director Desingh Periyasamy, stars Dulquer Salmaan and Ritu Varma in the lead. Released on February 28, the film is a well-made crime comedy that gets better in the second half. If you are in the mood for some good fun, then Kannum Kannum is worth your time. V1 Murder Case (Amazon Prime) This thriller by debut director Pavel Navageethan, who is also an actor, received good response for the film. However, it was not without certain flaws. The...
- 4/9/2020
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
OTTThe actor's last movie 'Hit' was an intense investigative thriller.Digital NativeTollywood actor Vishwak Sen’s next film in the pipeline is Paagal. The shooting of this film was under progress until a few days ago but with the coronavirus scare and the lockdown, it has been stalled. The shooting will resume soon after the lockdown ends. Krithi Shetty, who is awaiting the release of her debut movie Uppena, is in talks to play the female lead in Paagal. The film is directed by debutant Naresh Kuppili with Bekkam Venugopal producing it under his banner. Radhan is part of the technical crew and will be composing the tunes. While Paagal is taking shape, news is in that Vishwak Sen is all set to foray into the Ott platform. He is in talks to play an important role in a web series, according to sources. More details about this...
- 4/4/2020
- by vignesh@thenewsminute.com
- The News Minute
OTTThe actor's last movie 'Hit' was an intense investigative thriller.Digital NativeTollywood actor Vishwak Sen’s next film in the pipeline is Paagal. The shooting of this film was under progress until a few days ago but with the coronavirus scare and the lockdown, it has been stalled. The shooting will resume soon after the lockdown ends. Krithi Shetty, who is awaiting the release of her debut movie Uppena, is in talks to play the female lead in Paagal. The film is directed by debutant Naresh Kuppili with Bekkam Venugopal producing it under his banner. Radhan is part of the technical crew and will be composing the tunes. While Paagal is taking shape, news is in that Vishwak Sen is all set to foray into the Ott platform. He is in talks to play an important role in a web series, according to sources. More details about this...
- 4/4/2020
- by vignesh@thenewsminute.com
- The News Minute
TollywoodThe film released on February 28 this year and is produced by Nani.Tnm StaffTelugu thriller Hit: The First Case, directed by Sailesh Kolanu, is now available for streaming online on Amazon Prime. The film starring Vishwak Sen of Falaknuma Das fame, Ruhani Sharma and Murali Sharma released on February 28 this year and opened on the streaming platform a little over a month later. This film has been jointly produced by actor Nani and stylist Prashanti Tipirneni under the Wall poster Cinema banner. The gripping thriller features a young cop with anger management issues, pyrophobia and frequent panic attacks. While he’s dealing with his own trauma, he is also on the look out for a missing woman. This film marked Sailesh’s directorial debut and was well-received upon release for its gripping narrative. Actor Vishwak Sen, who plays a cop named Vikram Rudraraju in this film, is working on a film titled Paagal next,...
- 4/2/2020
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
TollywoodThe film will be directed by debutant Naresh Kuppili and Bekkam Venugopal will be producing it under his banner.Digital NativeTollywood actor Vishwak Sen is on cloud nine with his last two consecutive outings - Falaknuma Das and Hit – turning out to be good box office hits. Following this, there is an announcement about the actor’s next. Vishwak Sen’s upcoming film is titled Paagal and will be directed by debutant Naresh Kuppili with Bekkam Venugopal producing under his banner. Paagal was launched with a pooja ceremony which was attended Rana Daggubati, who delivered the first-clap, and ace producer Dil Raju. Radhan is part of the technical crew and will be composing the tunes. The groundwork for this project is on and it is expected to go on the floors soon. The team is currently busy looking to sign up Vishwak's co-star in the film. Vishwak Sen is currently...
- 3/20/2020
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
TollywoodThe muhurat of 'Hit: The First Case' happened in Hyderabad a few months ago. Digital NativeThe first look of the upcoming film Hit, starring Vishwak Sen and Ruhani Sharma was released online on the occasion of the New Year’s Day and had managed to grab the attention of the netizens. The film is a revenge thriller, going by the brief teaser. On the launch, Vishwak Sen shared this post on his Facebook page: “Come brother. Let’s start a fire. First Glimpse of Hit. https://youtu.be/AKNqoKWresI. #HITGlimpse #HITMovie #Hit #VishwakSen @iRuhaniSharma @PrashantiTipirn @NameisNani @KolanuSailesh.” Nani, the producer of Hit, wrote on Twitter, “Here’s the first glimpse https://youtu.be/AKNqoKWresI Hitting theatres this February 28th :)#HITGlimpse #HITMovie #Hit #VishwakSen @iRuhaniSharma @PrashantiTipirn @KolanuSailesh @walpostercinema.” Here’s the first glimpse https://t.co/Qdm0LIEcQT Hitting theatres this February 28th :)#HITGlimpse #HITMovie #Hit #VishwakSen @iRuhaniSharma @PrashantiTipirn...
- 1/3/2020
- by Luke
- The News Minute
ReviewA supposed-to-be-thriller, the mystery element seems forced in this movie that has Aju Varghese playing a broker who spends time with a mysterious woman. CrisIf it were not for the changing background music or the quick close-ups, you might forget that Kamala is meant to be a thriller. The mystery seems forced and the suspense doesn't make you wait with bated breath as it unfolds. Ranjith Sankar’s new film is a watchable one, nothing more, nothing less. Aju Varghese is not the funny sidekick or the annoying antagonist you are used to seeing, but the hero of the film. He plays the well-dressed, gadget-carrying broker called Zafar, who, in his very first shot, drives away a mini cooper and gives the impression of someone who likes to make some quick money and show it off too. To his clients (Sajin Cherukayil and Biju Sopanam) who own a resort, he...
- 11/30/2019
- by Haritha
- The News Minute
MollywoodThe first look poster features Aju Varghese in an intense get-up.Digital NativeDigital Native Kamala, directed by Ranjith Shankar and starring Aju Varghese in the lead role, has started rolling in Chalakkudy, Thrissur and was wrapped up recently. The first look poster of the film was unveiled by director Ranjith Sankar. Going by the first look, the film's title has a tagline ‘One beautiful puzzle, 36 hours’, as it is said it must be a race-against-time thriller. The first look poster features Aju Varghese in an intense get-up. The film has Ruhani Sharma playing the female lead in the film. Touted to be a thriller where Aju plays a funny and complicated hero, the movie will see Ranjith returning to the thriller genre. He has previously directed two thrillers—Passenger and Arjunan Sakshi. Aju Varghese has acted in most of the movies directed by Ranjith Sankar. Su..Su..Sudhi Vathmeekam, Punyalan Agarbathis,...
- 10/7/2019
- by Luke
- The News Minute
TollywoodThe actor plays the role of Sam, a bachelor who is totally averse to the idea of marriage.Tnm StaffThe makers of Manmadhudhu 2, Nagarjuna’s sequel to the 2002 romcom Manmadhudhu, released the trailer of the movie on Thursday. Directed by Rahul Ravindran, Nagarjuna plays the role of a Casanova who is totally averse to the idea of ‘marriage’. The two-minute long teaser has Nagarjuna playing the role of Sam, a bachelor, who is pressured by his family to get married to a woman within the next three months. Unaware of Sam’s playboy character, Lakshmi (who plays mother to Nagarjuna) is happy and at the same wonders why someone as young as Rakul Preet's character is interested in marrying her son, who is much older in age. Sam is seen romancing a lot of women in the trailer as he makes his life’s philosophy clear through one of the dialogues.
- 7/25/2019
- by Priyankar
- The News Minute
Yoodlee Films known for consistently creating quality cinema that has been lauded by critics and struck a relevant chord with millennial audiences - has announced their next project. Titled 'Agra', the film will be directed by Kanu Behl, whose debut film Titli wowed audiences and critics worldwide. Kanu Behl?s first film Titli established his credentials firmly as a storyteller with a strikingly original voice to look out for and opened to massive critical acclaim all over the world. Titli traveled to more than twenty major festivals worldwide including 2104 edition of Cannes Film Festival and won several awards in various categories. Agra, being Kanu Behl?s next, therefore promises to be a film to look out for in the months to come.
Agra has an ensemble cast of talented actors in its ranks, headlined by Rahul Roy who makes a comeback with this film. The film also features Priyanka Bose,...
Agra has an ensemble cast of talented actors in its ranks, headlined by Rahul Roy who makes a comeback with this film. The film also features Priyanka Bose,...
- 7/22/2019
- GlamSham
TollywoodThe film has been directed by Rahul Ravindran who made 'Chi La Sow'.Tnm StaffYoutube screenshotThe much awaited teaser for Akkineni Nagarjuna’s Manmadhudu 2 was released on Thursday at 1 pm. As per the teaser, it seems that Nagarjuna plays the role of a Casanova whose family, unaware of that aspect of his personality, is pressuring him into getting married. The film also stars Rakul Preet Singh as the female lead and features Vennela Kishore, Lakshmi, Rao Ramesh, and Jhansi in pivotal roles. It has been directed by Rahul Ravindran and is co-produced by Annapurna Studios, Manam Enterprises, Viacom 18 Studios and Anandi Art Creations. The music is being handled by Chaitan Bharadwaj while M Sukumar has handled the cinematography. Editing has been done together by Chota K Prasad and Bonthala Nageswara Reddy. “Here it is .. the teaser of #Manmadadhu2 http://bit.ly/manmadhudu2 .. @iamnagarjuna how just how just...
- 6/13/2019
- by Nimeshika
- The News Minute
Tollywood'Chi La Sow' is a romantic entertainer that had Sushanth and Ruhani Sharma in the lead roles.Digital NativeActor Rahul Ravindran made his debut as a director with Chi La Sow last year and the film went on to become a big hit. After all these months, this film caught the attention of cricket commentator Harsha Bhogle, who happened to catch it on a long flight. Harsha took to Twitter to tweet: “By the way, I saw a Telugu movie after a long time. #ChiLaSow. Had subtitles but could follow it nonetheless. Nice movie.” By the way, I saw a Telugu movie after a long time. #ChiLaSow. Had sub- titles but could follow it nonetheless. Nice movie. — Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) May 22, 2019 To this, director Rahul replied, “Whoa! This made my day! Thank you Harsha...been a huge admirer. This means the world to me!” Whoa! This made my day!
- 5/24/2019
- by Priyankar
- The News Minute
TollywoodThe movie is directed by Rahul Ravindran of 'Chi La Sow' fame.Digital NativeNagarjuna is gearing up to don the greasepaint once again! The star has signed up a new project that will be directed by Rahul Ravindran of Chi La Sow fame. Sources in the know say that Rahul Ravindran’s maiden directorial impressed the star so much that he decided to have him direct his upcoming film. Interestingly, the project will be a sequel to the hit movie Manmadhudu. Manmadhudu, a romantic comedy released in the year 2002, was produced by Nagarjuna Akkineni under the banner Annapurna Studios. It was directed by K. Vijaya Bhaskar and had Nagarjuna Akkineni, Sonali Bendre and Anshu in the lead roles. The technical crew of this film included Devi Sri Prasad for music, Trivikram Srinivas for penning the story and dialogues, Sameer Reddy for cinematography and A Sreekar Prasad for editing. The film...
- 1/21/2019
- by Priyankar
- The News Minute
TollywoodThough not all are perfect, these movies have two things in common: intent and integrity.Sankeertana VarmaAfter a regretfully guileless few years, Telugu cinema seems to be coming of age all over again. Thanks to the cinematically eventful 2017, where dissimilar films like Fidaa and Arjun Reddy both made bank, it has become harder for storytellers/producers to defend their mediocrity under the garb of “that’s what sells”. This is probably why we saw big studios backing up and helping independent films reach a wider audience than they would have otherwise. But if young adult dramas have taught us anything, it’s that growth is seldom straightforward and simple. With Tfi too, it is going to be a gradual transition, one that is filled with apprehension and reluctance to change. As dutiful viewers, all we can hope for is a crossing that’s going to take us someplace meaningful. And if 2018 is any indication,...
- 12/25/2018
- by Vidya
- The News Minute
TollywoodBoth the films released on August 3 worldwide.Digital NativeGoodachari hit the silver screen in the Us and has taken to a good start. The film, starring Adivi Sesh and Sobhita in the lead roles, has had an impressive opening. According to reports, the film’s first weekend’s cumulative gross was $414k. Likewise, Sushanth starrer, Chi La Sow also took to a good opening and its weekend gross was $115k. Goodachari was directed by Sashi Kiran Tikka and bankrolled by Abhishek Picture, People Media Factory and Vista Dream Merchants. Adivi Sesh had penned the story of Goodachari, and the film was written by Abburi Ravi. Prakash Raj, Vennela Kishore, Madhu Shalini, Ravi Prakash, Supriya Yarlagadda, Rakesh Varre and Anish Kuruvilla form the star cast in supporting roles. Sricharan Pakala had composed music for this flick with Shaneil Deo wielding the camera and Garry Bh editing it. The film hit the silver screens on August 3 worldwide.
- 8/7/2018
- by Priyankar
- The News Minute
TollywoodStarring Sushant and Ruhani Sharma, this is a clean movie that appeals to urban sensibilities, with a story panning out across one night.Krishna SripadaRahul Ravindran is known to many as a suave, well-spoken, grounded actor. But with Chi La Sow he has shown he is as capable with the pen or behind the clapboard. He has managed to demonstrate how one can make a clean movie, without a lot of fanfare and jazz, to appeal to urban sensibilities, with a story panning out across one night – Before Sunrise style – relying largely on dialogue and relentless character development. The director/writer has used as his protagonist 27-year old Arjun (Sushant), whose most crystal clear opinion is about his need for a sports car. Dead set against marriage, he is perpetually harassed by his parents, albeit in a cute way. However, he is tricked into meeting a girl by his mom...
- 8/3/2018
- by Vidya
- The News Minute
TollywoodThe film is actor Rahul Ravindran's directorial debut.Digital NativeThe theatrical trailer of Chi La Sow was unveiled by Tollywood star Akkineni Nagarjuna and it has captured the attention of the film buffs. From the trailer, it can be gathered that the film will be a breezy romantic entertainer with a good amount of twists, emotions, and sentiments. According to sources close to the film, the movie is all about the 27-year-old hero, played by Sushanth being forced by his family to get married and he meets heroine Ruhani Sharma during the process and falls in love. What happens further forms the crux of the film. The star cast of Chi La Sow includes Rohini, Anu Haasan, Vennela Kishore, Rahul Ramakrishnan, Sanjay Swaroop, and Vidyulekha Raman. The film will mark the directorial debut of actor Rahul Ravindran. Prashanth R Vihari has composed music for this flick with M Sukumar cranking the camera.
- 8/1/2018
- by Priyankar
- The News Minute
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