&nbsp; Rajinikanth’s Jailer 2 is heading for its October 15, 2026 theatrical release with encouraging advance sales worldwide, but the Telugu version is struggling to match expectations. While Tamil Nadu and other markets are showing interest, the pre release response in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana has been comparatively subdued.Directed by Nelson Dilipkumar and produced by Sun Pictures, the sequel brings back Rajinikanth as Muthuvel Pandian, with Anirudh Ravichander composing the music. Reports suggest worldwide advance bookings have crossed ₹50 crore. The film has also crossed six lakh tickets on BookMyShow.The Telugu advance trend is drawing comparisons with Coolie, which reportedly opened strongly in the Telugu states despite clashing with War 2. Jailer 2 has a solo release, yet its reported pre sales remain much lower. In the US, Telugu premiere bookings have also been described as slow compared with Coolie’s opening.The gap may reflect weaker local promotional momentum, audience expectations and the challenge of matching the first Jailer’s success. With Telugu distribution rights reportedly priced on high expectations, a strong opening alone may not be enough, positive reviews and word of mouth will be crucial. The Dasara period offers an opportunity for collections to improve after release. - Veda

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Mixed Response For Jailer 2 Advance Booking

Rajinikanth Jailer 2 Sees Mixed Response Across Markets

&nbsp;&nbsp;Vijay Deverakonda has stepped up promotions for Ranabaali with a special fans meet and photo session at Sarathi Studios in Hyderabad on October 13. The event attracted a large crowd eager to meet the actor, bringing fresh attention to the period action drama ahead of its theatrical release.The move draws comparisons with Nani’s fan interaction ahead of The Paradise’s pre release event. By meeting supporters in person, Vijay has added a personal touch to Ranabaali’s final promotional push. The film’s grand pre release event is scheduled at Shilpakala Vedika in Hyderabad in sometime, further building anticipation among fans.Directed by Rahul Sankrityan, Ranabaali stars Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna, with music composed by Ajay–Atul. Set against a historical backdrop, the film explores an alternate history story inspired by events in 19th century South India. Arnold Vosloo also plays a key role in the action drama.Ranabaali is scheduled for a worldwide theatrical release on October 16, 2026, in Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Kannada and Malayalam, with US premieres planned for October 15. The film has received a U/A censor certificate and runs for around 170 minutes. Advance booking updates and the team’s final promotions are expected to shape audience interest ahead of release.- Veda &nbsp;

VD Organizers Huge Fan Meet

Vijay Deverakonda Ranabaali Fans Meet Draws Huge Crowd in Hyderabad

&nbsp;Nayanthara’s possible entry into Tamil Nadu politics has sparked fresh speculation in Kollywood, with comparisons to actress Trisha also gaining attention. Following actor Vijay’s political journey, discussions about film celebrities entering public life have intensified. However, reports suggesting that Nayanthara may enter politics remain unconfirmed, and no official announcement has established her political plans.Trisha’s name had recently surfaced in similar discussions, prompting comparisons with former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister J. Jayalalithaa, who successfully transitioned from cinema to politics. Nayanthara, widely known as the Lady Superstar, enjoys a strong following across Tamil, Telugu and Malayalam cinema. Her popularity has naturally fuelled public curiosity, but celebrity status alone does not confirm political ambitions.Nayanthara’s husband, filmmaker Vignesh Shivan, has reportedly addressed the speculation, indicating that she is not currently planning to enter politics. According to the report, Nayanthara is enjoying motherhood while continuing to focus on her family and acting career. His comments suggest that her immediate priorities remain personal and professional rather than political.For now, there is no confirmed announcement regarding Nayanthara joining a political party or contesting elections. Although social media discussions continue to connect her name with Trisha and Jayalalitha, these comparisons remain speculative. Whether Nayanthara ever considers a political career is entirely uncertain, and any future development will depend on her own decisions and an official statement. - Veda

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Will Lady Superstar Enter TN Politics

Nayanthara Political Entry News

&nbsp;&nbsp; Ekta Kapoor is reportedly preparing The Dirty Picture 2, bringing renewed attention to the sequel of the 2011 Hindi film that became a major talking point for its bold storytelling. Tamannaah Bhatia and Triptii Dimri are among the actresses whose names have surfaced in speculation, although the makers have yet to officially confirm the cast.The original film, directed by Milan Luthria, featured Vidya Balan as an aspiring actress inspired by the life of Silk Smitha. Imran Hashmi, Naseeruddin Shah and Tusshar Kapoor also played key roles. Vidya’s powerful performance earned her the National Film Award for Best Actress, making the film an important milestone in her career. The then itself grossed 100 crore at the box-office.According to reports, the upcoming sequel could explore the challenges women face in the film industry, including exploitation, discrimination and the pressures surrounding fame. Tamannaah’s popularity across Telugu, Tamil and Hindi cinema makes her a potential contender, while Triptii Dimri’s growing recognition has also sparked casting discussions. Neither actress has been officially announced.Another speculation links the project to the life of Nisha Noor, a prominent actress in Tamil and Malayalam cinema during the 1980s. Reports about her later struggles have renewed interest in her story, but no official word about that the sequel will be based on her life. - Veda

Milky Beauty To Sizzle In TDP 2

Who Is Going To Star In The Dirty Picture 2 Tamannaah Bhatia Or Triptii Dimri

&nbsp;&nbsp; Drishyam: The Conclusion has reportedly entered the ₹500 crore worldwide box office club, marking a major milestone in Ajay Devgn’s career. According to the reported figures, the thriller has become his highest grossing film, attracting audiences across India and overseas markets since its October 2, 2026 release.The film’s worldwide collection has reportedly crossed ₹500 crore, with India contributing approximately ₹390 crore in gross earnings and overseas markets adding more than ₹110 crore. Its strong performance highlights the franchise’s popularity and the continued demand for suspense driven Hindi films among theatrical audiences.The film’s reported success builds on its impressive domestic performance, including crossing ₹300 crore in India net collections. Ajay Devgn returns as Vijay Salgaonkar, alongside Tabu, Shriya Saran, Ishita Dutta and Mrunal Jadhav, while Jaideep Ahlawat joins the cast, bringing fresh intrigue to the franchise’s latest chapter.With the Dasara holiday period expected to support theatre attendance, Drishyam: The Conclusion could continue attracting family audiences and thriller enthusiasts. However, competition from new releases may influence its daily earnings. Reaching ₹600 crore worldwide remains a target rather than a certainty, with its final collection depending on audience interest and box office trends. - Veda

Drishyam 3 Surpasses 500 Crore Emerges Ajay Devgn Highest

Drishyam 3 The Conclusion Box Office Collection 

&nbsp;&nbsp; Anupama Parameswaran has surprised fans by stepping into television as a judge on ETV’s popular dance reality show Dhee 21: Double Impact. The actress recently revealed in a podcast that she never expected to receive an offer like this, but her interest in exploring new creative opportunities encouraged her to accept the role.Known for her work in Telugu, Malayalam and Tamil films, Anupama has gradually explored different entertainment formats beyond cinema. Speaking about her Dhee journey, she explained that experimenting with short films, music videos and movies has helped her discover new interests. Joining a dance reality show offers another opportunity to connect with audiences.Dhee has remained a familiar name among Telugu television audiences for years, thanks to its energetic dance performances and competitive format. In the latest season, Anupama shares judging responsibilities with choreographer Jani Master. Episodes are available through ETV’s television broadcast and ETV Win streaming platform, giving viewers multiple ways to follow the contestants.Meanwhile, Anupama has several film projects attracting attention. Crazy Kalyanam, a comedy entertainer revolving around marriage, is scheduled for release on October 16, 2026. She is also starring opposite Sharwanand in Bhogi, a rural period action drama directed by Sampath Nandi, in which she reportedly plays Sulochana Rani, a village woman. The film’s release date is November 12, 2026. - Veda

Anupama Parameswaran As Host

Anupama Parameswaran Joins ETV Dhee 21 as Judge

&nbsp;&nbsp;Akriti, Prithvi Shaw reignite their friendship. Akriti Agarwal and cricketer Prithvi Shaw who recently called off their engagement now once again sprang a surprise by announcing their reunion.Akriti shared the update and posted &nbsp;"When I called off our engagement, I let the opinions of people close to me who seemed to know our relationship better than we did - influence how I saw my fiancé and our relationship. I feel I was misguided, and I made a decision without giving us the honest conversation we deserved."She added, "I take responsibility for that decision and the hurt it caused. We have since spoken openly, understood each other and chosen to be together again. Together, we are enough for each other, and we don't need anyone else. This time, I want our future to be guided by our own understanding, trust and love. Please respect our decision as we begin again."Akriti starred in Telugu film Trimuka which also starred Sunny Leone, Yogesh Kalle, Aditya Srivastav, Rajendran and Suman under the direction of Razesh Naidu. - Pramod Nandivada

Akriti, Prithvi Shaw unite again

Akriti, Prithvi Shaw reignite their relationship

&nbsp;&nbsp;Mohanlal about Drishyam 3. Ajay Devgn recently came up with the film titled Drishyam &nbsp;3. The film directed by Abhishek Pathak came up with a new ending and the film &nbsp;which released on &nbsp;2 October 2026 performed well at the &nbsp;box office.In the midst of all this, Mohanlal shared his thoughts on &nbsp;the film's Hindi version. &nbsp;Mohanlal in the video said &nbsp;“I watched Drishyam The Conclusion and I am truly impressed with the way they have brought much loved journey to a befitting end. Congratulations to Abhishek Pathak, Kumar Mangat Pathak, Ajay Devgn and the entire cast and crew on a job so well done.”Ajay Devgn played the role of Vijay Salgaonkar while the film starred &nbsp;Tabu is back as Meera Deshmukh, alongside Shriya Saran as Nandini. The ensemble also features Rajat Kapoor, Jaideep Ahlawat, Prakash Raj, Kamlesh Sawant, Ishita Dutta and Mrunal Jadhav.Drishyam The Conclusion has reportedly earned more than ₹ ₹479.80 crore worldwide, with its India gross collection crossing ₹370.80 crore.- Pramod Nandivada

Complete Actor on Drishyam 3

Mohanlal about Drishyam 3

&nbsp;&nbsp;Rajinikanth misses being a bus conductor. Rajinikanth's action entertainer Jailer 2 directed by Nelson Dilip Kumar is releasing on 15 October 2026. Rajinikanth has been promoting the film and he spoke about his experience as bus conductor.He said , “See, even though I am a big star. Of course, I really like acting. But more than that, I liked being a conductor. I held the job of a conductor for five years, and I miss it to date…I miss it; I could never identify myself as a star.”He revealed &nbsp;“All this stardom is fine. But to be frank, I identify more as a conductor. It’s also why I often go to Bengaluru, conductors tend to deal with all sorts of people. I identify myself as a bus conductor. So, how would a bus conductor like me behave in front of a big personality like you?”The film stars Mohanlal, Shiva Rajkumar, Vijay Sethupathi, SJ Suryah, Mithun Chakraborty, Yogi Babu, Ramya Krishnan and Vidya Balan in important roles. Anirudh Ravichander is the music director for the film and Sun Pictures is producing it in a prestigious manner.- Pramod Nandivada &nbsp;

Rajinikanth shares his bus conductor experience

Rajinikanth misses being a bus conductor

&nbsp;&nbsp;Vijay Devarakonda, Rashmika visit Tirumala. Rowdy Star Vijay Devarakonda and National Crush Rashmika Mandanna are starring in a film titled Ranabaali. The film directed by Rahul Sankartiyan of Taxiwala fame is releasing on 16 October 2026.The makers are promoting the film in a big way and expectations are high on the project as Vijay Devarakonda and Rashmika Mandanna are sharing screen presence for the first time after their marriage. They shared screen presence for hit films like Geetha Govindam and Dear Comrade.Now, ahead of the release, Vijay Devarakonda and Rashmika Mandanna visited Tirumala and prayed for the success of the film. Temple authorities have accorded welcome to the couple according to the protocol. The videos of Vijay Devarakonda and Rashmika Mandanna visiting the Tirumala are going viral on social media.Arnold Vosloo is the antagonist in the film for which music is tuned by Ajay-Atul. The film featured Rashmika as Jayamma, &nbsp;the wife of Ranabaali (Vijay Devarakonda) while Mummy actor Arnold Vosloo showed his menacing avatar as the brutal British officer Sir Theodre Hector.- Pramod Nandivada

ViRosh's Spiritual Side - Couple Visits Temple

Vijay Devarakonda, Rashmika visit Tirumala

&nbsp;&nbsp;Interesting update on Ranabaali US content. Vijay Devarakonda and Rashmika Mandanna are set to strike at the box office with their period entertainer Ranabaali. The film directed by Rahul Sankartiyan is slated for a grand release on 16 October 2026. Earlier reports came that the content of the film is yet to reach to US.Now reports are coming that Qube Hyderabad has received the first half content and it will be delivered in 2-3 hours for delivery on Qube Wire. The shows and locations will be updated and opened once the full content is delivered.The film has 1850s backdrop and features Vijay Devakonda in the role of Singanamala Ranabaali and Rashmika Mandanna in the role of his wife Jayamma. The film has &nbsp;runtime of 2hours 50 minutes. Already, AP Minister Lokesh heaped praises on the film's trailer and Tamil Nadu politician Annamalai is promoting the film.The music for the film is tuned by Ajay-Atul. Mythri Movie Makers are bankrolling the film in a prestigious manner.- Pramod Nandivada &nbsp;

Ranabaali US content on the way

Interesting update on Ranabaali US content

&nbsp;&nbsp;January 12 Vidudala shoot in Ooty. Victory Venkatesh is starring in the film titled January 12 Vidudala. The film directed by Anil Ravipudi is racing for a grand release on 12 Jan 2027 as Sankranti special. Expectations are high on the film as Anil Ravipudi is renowned as the Hit Machine.The film stars Venkatesh and Kalyan Ram in the lead roles while Keerthy Suresh and Krithi Shetty as the female leads. According to the latest, the film kickstarted the latest schedule in Ooty. Director Anil Ravipudi, sharing more details, said that the shoot will be for 12 days and important scenes would be shot on lead pair.GV.Prakash Kumar is the music director for the film bankrolled by &nbsp;Shine Screens, the film is presented by Suresh Productions and Zee Studios. Expectations are high on the project as Anil Ravipudi scored blockbuster with Chiranjeevi during the last Sankranti showing him as Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu.&nbsp;

Latest on January 12 Vidudala

January 12 Vidudala shoot in Ooty

&nbsp;Varun Tej signing up new project. Varun Tej recently scored a hit with the hilarious entertainer Korean Kanakaraju. The film starred Ritika Nayak as the female lead and is helmed by Merlapaka Gandhi.It is known that Varun Tej is also starring in a film titled Bhari. The film is directed by Yadhu Vamsi of Committee Kurrollu fame and is bankrolled by Varun Tej's sister Niharika. Inside talk is Varun Tej and his father Naga Babu will be sharing screen presence for the first time. Both will be seen reprising their real life roles in the film.Now, inside talk is Varun Tej lined up another project. Buzz is Anji of Aay fame narrated a story and he instantly got the green signal from him. He will narrate the final script soon and then Varun Tej will take a final decision.Apart from it, Varun Tej is also in talks with Balaji, protege of Atlee. The project will be going to sets next year and Karthik Subbaraj will be bankrolling it.- Pramod Nandivada

Mega Prince lines a new project

Varun Tej signing up new project

&nbsp;&nbsp; Vijay Devarakonda, Rashmika Mandanna meet TN CM Vijay. Vijay Devarakonda is awaiting the release of his upcoming period entertainer Ranabaali on 16 October 2026. The film directed by Rahul Sankartiyan stars Rashmika Mandanna as the female lead and Hollywood star Arnold Vosloo in a powerful role.The team is promoting the film in a big way as it is releasing in various languages. Today, Vijay Devarakonda and Rashmika Mandanna met Tamil Nadu CM Vijay in Chennai. Sharing their experience, they posted, "Had the most beautiful time with the dearest Thalapathy Vijay Sir. Even after a long day, he received us with so much love and shared such personal insights into life, work, and the world. One meeting and sir is already a favourite (sic).""Until next time, my love and respect. Vijay Deverakonda :) (sic)," Vijay is seen dressed in a formal bandhgala jacket paired with black trousers, while Rashmika Mandanna looked elegant in a traditional dark blue silk saree. CM Vijay opted for a crisp, dark navy shirt and dark trousers. In one of the pictures, Vijay is seen sharing a warm hug with Deverakonda.&nbsp;- Pramod Nandivada

Ranabaali lead pair date with TN CM Vijay

Vijay Devarakonda, Rashmika Mandanna meets TN CM Vijay

Bollywood actress Vidya Balan won the national award for her performance in The Dirty Picture in 2011. Now, Ekta Kapoor, the producer of the film confirmed the film's sequel.She said “One very big film I'm making is The Dirty Picture 2. I'm planning it after 15 years. This time, I believe there is a story I want to tell. The Dirty Picture was about Silk Smitha. It was about a woman who was condemned for standing up against her sexuality. Ab sexuality is about your choice. Maine kabhi usse victim ki tarah nahi dekha. I saw her as someone who celebrated her sexuality, and the film did so well.”Vidya Balan talking about Dirty Picture says “I just knew one thing we all were trying to make a good film as long as you know that nothing is in your control. I was saying to Milan (Luthria- director) that the film has released two months back and now I want to watch the film again. We have such wonderful memories with this film I would be glad to watch this film on DVD.”"I think the biggest award was The Dirty Picture. I got an opportunity to play Silk and to work with this team is the biggest award. Everybody have loved this film and we are grateful for that," she added.- Pramod Nandivada

The Dirty Picture sequel announced

The Dirty Picture sequel arriving

Anupama Parameswaran sometime back shared that she suffered a breakup and shared her feelings. Now speaking about her breakup, she said “A breakup is also a part of life. How we walk away from a person and how we grow into better versions of ourselves begin with a breakup. That is why, in my view, even that can be beautiful.”She earlier shared her shocking experience and said , "I was crying every single night for hours and hours, and I would have to get up and go to the shoot," she said, adding, "All of a sudden, my lacrimal gland came down till here. It was swollen, and I had to get surgery done."Anupama Parameswaran is currently starring in Sharwanand's Bhogi. The film directed by Sampath Nandi is slated for a grand release on 12 November 2026. &nbsp;KK Radhamohan is bankrolling the film under Sri Sathya Sai Arts, Bhogi also stars Dimple Hayathi in another important role. The film features Sharwanand in the role of Ganga in the film.-- Pramod Nandivada

Anupama Parameswaran on breakup

Anupama Parameswaran on life after breakup

Shobhinaw Satyaa's divine entertainer Hanuman Ansh directed by Vishal Chaturvedi turned out tobe a blockbuster in Bollywood. The film released in Telugu and it got a lukewarm response much to the surprise of all.Producer Abhishek Agarwal analysed saying “No doubt, it is one of the revered Hindi films, but releasing the Telugu version after 45 days was a bit late,” He added “I think the occupancy for the Hindi version in Hyderabad was 4th or 5th place in India. Most viewers had already watched and adored the original,”He added “Probably, they should release the Telugu version within a week of its success in Hindi. Otherwise, it becomes difficult to find a fresh audience,” He pointed out “We cannot blame the producers for arriving a little late. Everyone has their own strategy, and sometimes it works and sometimes it doesn't,”He says “I have been in touch with this talented director, and I consider his work among the best in Indian cinema,”He adds “It is no mean achievement. I hope other directors learn a lesson or two from this blockbuster,” Abhishek added “This film will remain etched in the minds of audiences for a long time,” ---- Pramod Nandivada

Why Hanuman Ansh failed in Telugu

Reason behind Hanuman Ansh debacle in Telugu

Vairamuthu on Rajinikanth autobiography. Rajinikanth is getting ready to entertain movie lovers with his upcoming film Jailer 2. The film, directed by Nelson Dilip Kumar, is releasing on 15 October 2026 as a Dasara special.In the meantime, all eyes are on Rajinikanth's autobiography. Fans are super excited, and in the midst of all this, lyricist Vairamuthu shared an update on the biography. He said, “I asked him (Rajinikanth), 'When will your autobiography come out?’ To this, he replied, "Work is underway. It will be out soon.” He continued, “He asked me why, and I told him many have a history, but you also have charisma.” Earlier, Rajinikanth's daughter Soundarya Rajinikanth said, &nbsp;“For our dear Thalaiva, the man who paved his own way through hard work, Rajini sir has already begun writing his life history, beginning from his struggles as a bus conductor in Bengaluru to becoming a superstar in Kollywood.”She revealed, “The book would narrate the important turning points in his life that people are curious to know”, and added, “This autobiography will give insight into his journey and the effort he has put in for every single role and in his life...it will be a global sensation." ---- Pramod Nandivada

Vairamuthu on Rajinikanth autobiography

Latest on Rajinikanth autobiography

Haindava teaser arriving. Bellamkonda Sai Sreenivas hasn't been seen on screen for a long time. He was last seen in Kishkindhapuri, which did decently at the box office. Now, he is starring in the film titled Haindava. The film is directed by newcomer Sudheer Byreddy, and the film's glimpse video has already generated immense interest. The film's story blends thrills and divinity.The makers today came up with an update on the teaser. The film's teaser will be released on 14 October 2026. The makers confirmed the same by coming up with a new poster in which Bellamkonda Sreenivas is in a ferocious avatar with an axe in the hand.The film stars Samyukta as the female lead. The music is tuned by Leone James, and it is bankrolled under the Moonshine Pictures banner by Mahesh Chandu in a prestigious manner. Mahesh Manjrekar, Saurabh Sachdeva, JD Chakravarthy are playing important roles.&nbsp; ---- Pramod Nandivada

Haindava teaser arriving

Haindava teaser gets its date

Fans of Prabhas are gearing up to celebrate his birthday which falls on 23 October 2026 like a festival. As Prabhas is having multiple projects on hand, they are expecting crazy updates, posters or teasers from the makers.Most importantly, they are waiting for the special updates from Fauzi team and Spirit team. Even as excitement is on with the reports of Fauzi team planning a special teaser on Prabhas' birthday, now disappointing news is coming.Inside talk is the makers are not planning any teaser on the aforesaid date. Mythri Naveen replying to a question, made it cleaar that there willnot be release of any teaser but they will come with another exciting content to thrill fans.Prabhas is playing the role of a soldier in the film which has a British era period backdrop. The film features Imanvi Ismail as the female lead while Anupam Kher, Jaya Prada, Mithun Chakraborty, and Chaitra J. Achar are playing crucial roles. The film's music is scored by Vishal Chandrasekhar.-- Pramod Nandivada

Fauzi to disappoint fans

Disappointing news from Fauzi makers

Vijay Deverakonda's Ranabaali, directed by Rahul Sankrityan of Taxiwala fame is racing for a spectacular release on 16 October 2026 as Dasara special. The film stars Rashmika Mandanna as the female lead while Hollywood star Arnold Vosloo will be seen as a powerful villian.The film has a pre-independence era backdrop and Vijay Deverakonda will be seen in the role of Singanamala Ranabaali who fought against the British. Rashmika is playing the role of wife Jayamma.The makers now roped in star politician Annamalai to promote the film. Sharing the details, the makers shared his snap with Vijay Devarakonda along with the team. They posted "A HISTORIC CONVERSATION @annamalai_ Garu, @jsaideepak Garu, @TheDeverakonda Garu &amp; @Rahul_Sankrityn Garu talk about colonisation, our history, #Ranabaali and much more. Don't miss this one. Releasing on 14.10.26#Ranabaali GRAND RELEASE WORLDWIDE ON 16.10.26.#NeverForget #RanabaaliOnOct16th"The film's pre-release event will be held tomorrow at Shilpa Kala Vedika, Hyderabad. Ajay-Atul is the music director. Mythri Movie Makers are bankrolling the film in a prestigious manner.- Pramod Nandivada

Popular politician to propel Ranabaali

Renowned politician to promote Ranabaali

Over the last few days, rumours have been floating thick and fast that the upcoming project of Allu Arjun and Lokesh Kanagaraj got shelved. Rumours spread that Allu Arjun was not satisfied with the narration of Lokesh Kanagaraj.Though Allu Arjun team tried to rubbish all the rumours, there were no takers. In the midst of all this, Lokesh Kanagaraj today shook social media by sharing his picture along with Allu Arjun. Both are seen holding discussions and fans are super excited.Reports are coming that the makers will soon come up with the exciting updates regarding the project. Anirudh Ravichander is the music director for the project. Top names from the industry are getting associated with the project.Mythri Movie Makers are bankrolling the project and the project will go to sets once Allu Arjun wraps his current project Raaka with Atlee.- Pramod Nandivada

Star Director shakes Social Media with Icon Star

Lokesh Kanagaraj-Allu Arjun snap shuts down rumours

Vijay Deverakonda is waiting for that one film which can change the mood around him. After a series of box office disappointments, he needs a hit badly. Ranabaali could be that opportunity, but there is still a lot riding on how the film shapes up.Directed by Rahul Sankrityan, the film takes Vijay into a period setting against the backdrop of British rule. It is a different space for the actor, who will be seen alongside Rashmika Mandanna. She plays Jayamma, his wife, and their combination is one of the aspects generating interest in the film.The film has an interesting backdrop, but everything comes down to the story. A period setting and a fight against the British can look grand on screen, but the audience needs to connect with the characters and their struggles. Without that emotional connect, even a big film can fall flat.Vijay has shown what he can do when a role clicks with the audience. Right now, he needs a film that brings back that connect. Ranabaali gives him a chance to try something different, but whether it works will depend on the character and how the story is handled.Rashmika Mandanna's role will be interesting to watch as well. She plays Jayamma, Vijay's wife, and it remains to be seen how much importance her character gets in the story. A strong role for her could add more depth to the film.There is plenty of curiosity around Ranabaali, but expectations alone will not do the job. For Vijay, this is a chance to change the conversation around his career. Whether he can turn that chance into a box office success remains to be seen.

Beyond the Get-Up, Can Ranabaali Deliver?

Ranabaali: A Make-or-Break Moment for Vijay?

NTR's Dragon is capturing the imagination of all. The film directed by Prashanth Neel is releasing in two parts. It is known that the makers are planning for the next schedule in November.Plans are on to start the schedule from the first week of Novembers. They have erected an extravagant set at Aluminum Factory Hyderabad. The makers willbe shooting important scenes on NTR and other actors.NTR who got injured recovered completely from it following the surgery. Prashanth Neel is shedding his template dark grey shades and willbe showing NTR's flashback in a colorful manner.The film's shoot will continue till February 2027 continuously without any breaks. NTR plays Luger, the Assassin in Chief of the Afghan Trading Company, while Anil Kapoor, Rukmini Vasanth and Biju Menon headline the supporting cast. Ravi Basrur provides the music, with Bhuvan Gowda handling cinematography.- Pramod Nandivada&nbsp;

Dragon readying for new schedule

Dragon bracing for action

&nbsp;&nbsp; Sai Pallavi is reportedly set to play Sumathi in Nag Ashwin’s highly anticipated Kalki 2898 AD sequel, replacing Deepika Padukone. This is not new news. Well, &nbsp;According to industry reports, the actress is expected to join the Hyderabad shoot in November. However, the makers’ official confirmation will be needed to establish the casting as final.Sumathi is central to the Kalki storyline, as she carries the unborn avatar of Lord Vishnu. The first film followed Bhairava, played by Prabhas, and Ashwatthama, portrayed by Amitabh Bachchan, as they tried to protect her from Supreme Yaskin, played by Kamal Haasan. Her role is expected to remain crucial in the sequel.Sai Pallavi has earned a loyal following through performances in Fidaa, Love Story, Shyam Singha Roy and Amaran. Her reputation for emotionally grounded acting could suit Sumathi’s demanding character. Her popularity across Telugu, Tamil and Malayalam audiences may also strengthen the sequel’s pan Indian appeal.The Telugu market is not new for Sai Pallavi, given her established popularity there. However, replacing Deepika could invite comparisons, while expectations surrounding Sumathi’s emotional journey will be high. Reports suggest filming could continue into 2027, with a possible 2028 release. Produced by Vyjayanthi Movies, Kalki 2 also stars Prabhas and brings Sai Pallavi into Nag Ashwin’s ambitious science fiction universe. - Veda

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Sai Pallavi to Replace Deepika Padukone in Kalki 2898 AD Part 2

Mayookha(2026) Movie: What's BehindPayal Chengappa, Dev D's thriller Mayookha, directed by Shree Tej, is releasing on 9 October 2026. Let us find out how the film entertained movie lovers.Mayookha(2026) Movie: Story ReviewMayookha's story revolves around the startling happenings in the life of a young and beautiful professional and how she deals with them.Mayookha (Payal Chengappa), a bank professional, experiences mysterious happenings in her apartment at night. What are these happenings? What roles do SI Dev (Dev D), Veeru's Father ( Muralidhar Goud), Hindi ( Charishma Dabbara), Divya(Janu Varma), Security Ravi ( Nanaji Karri), Carpenter Kumar (Amad Masud), Anwar Chacha(Vegi Naidu), Fisherman (Manikanta) form the interesting part.Mayookha(2026) Movie: Artists ReviewPayal Chengappa impressed with her cute looks. She lived in the role of a middle-class girl who showed variations in expressions, exhibiting fear, innocence and shyness.Dev Shashank performed well in the role of a police officer. He is impressive with his screen presence. Muralidhar Goud is good in the role of the father. He got limited screen presence.Lavanya Rani, Charishma Dabbara, Aman Masud and others performed according to their roles.Mayookha(2026) Movie: Technicians ReviewMayookha story is penned by Shree Tej SK. He chose a new concept in thrillers, and it is phrogging, which has never been touched in Tollywood. He managed to generate interest with the twists and turns to some extent. The first half starts in an interesting manner with the murder and then the fears and psychological behaviour of the girl, generating curiosity about whether she is in danger or hallucinating.The second half turns racy after the first half takes time to pick up pace due to the introduction of characters and their behaviours. The unravelling of twists and also the half an hour in the run-up to the climax takes the viewers to another level. However, once the final twist is revealed, the film's pace dips. The antagonist in the climax tests the patience of the viewers with his monologuing.The background music of Sibi Mathew Alex is good. It increased the intensity levels in the story. The cinematography of Farhan Vadakkan is good. It showed the scenes in an impactful manner. Sharat J's editing could have been better, as there are drags in the narration. Production values are good.Mayookha Movie: Advantages<ul><li>Payal Chengappa</li><li>New Concept</li><li>Few Twists</li></ul>Mayookha Movie: Disadvantages<ul><li>Gory Scenes</li><li>Routine Shades</li></ul>Mayookha(2026) Movie: Rating AnalysisAltogether, Mayookha turns out to be an interesting thriller on a new concept, phrogging. Payal Chengappa performed well, and the director Shree Tej's story included a few interesting twists and turns with a racy screenplay. He took a lot of time to enter the main plot in the first half, and it diluted the essence. A few predictable elements, slow pace undid the good work. The gory scenes could have been toned down completely. A little fine-tuning of the script and interesting twists would have added more firepower. Considering all these aspects, Cinejosh goes with a 1.5 rating for Mayooka. &nbsp;

Mayookha Review

Sapta Sagaralu Sapta Girulu (2026) Movie: What's BehindTamil film Yezhu Kadal Yezhu Malai starring Nivin Pauly, Anjali and Soori is releasing in Telugu as Sapta Sagaralu Sapta Girulu. The film which was titled Sanchari, underwent a title change due to controversy. The film hit the screens on 9 Oct 2026. Let us see what the film offered to movie lovers.Sapta Sagaralu Sapta Girulu (2026) Movie: Story ReviewThe story of Sapta Sagaralu Sapta Girulu revolves around a mysterious man who is immortal for years and how he behaves when he comes across current generation people. Soori (Soori) is on his way to his native place after returning from Dubai. He happens to meet a stranger (Nivin Pauly) and it leads to startling incidents. What are those startling incidents and how it is connected to a girl (Anjali) whom the stranger is searching form the interesting part.Sapta Sagaralu Sapta Girulu (2026) Movie: Artists ReviewSoori is ok in his role. He looked natural and realistic and showed them through his body language, expressions and dialogue delivery. However the comedy he tried to create looked artificial and unnatural, looking at the situation he was in. Nivin Pauly looked a total miscast. He couldn't bring the so-called flexibility and delicacy which the role demanded and looked stiff most of the times. Anjali makes an impact in her role with her enigmatic presence. Others performed accordingly.Sapta Sagaralu Sapta Girulu (2026) Movie: Technical ReviewSapta Sagaralu Sapta Girulu story is penned by Ram and he tried to captivate all by highlighting the human emotions in various situations as per their convenience. He seems to have drawn inspiration from the Hollywood film &nbsp;The Man From Earth and Indianised it accordingly.He tried to generate interest among movie lovers with black humour, blending it with fantasy and emotional elements. However, Ram for all his efforts failed to highlight them in a convincing manner on the screen. He tried a non-linear screenplay and in shifting from one role to another, did not do justice to any one of characters.The protagonist being immortal excites all. However, there ends the interest, as the film that is set to fascinate viewers instead leaves them confused. After a point time, the immortality itself ends up irritating viewers. The hallucinations, reincarnations and other elements instead end up irritating everyone rather than making them sit up and watch. The screenplay turned out to be abrasive, and the emotions goes missing. Every time Soori tries to jump out of the train, viewers get a feeling that they should jump out of the theatres. The lame excuse and convenient narration played the spoilsport.The music of GV.Prakash Kumar is soulful and his background score elevated the scenes. Ekhambaram's cinematography beautified the film, and he captured the scenic locations in a captivating way. The CGI and VFX are just below average. The artificial feel diluted the overall experience. However, the same cannot be said of Mathi's editing, as the entire narration turned out to be a patience tester. Dialogues are ok. Production values are good.Sapta Sagaralu Sapta Girulu Movie: Advantages<ul><li>Message</li><li>Cinematography</li><li>BGM</li></ul>Sapta Sagaralu Sapta Girulu Movie: Disadvantages<ul><li>Slow Pace</li><li>Non-linear screenplay</li></ul>Sapta Sagaralu Sapta Girulu (2026) Movie: Rating AnalysisAltogether,Sapta Sagaralu Sapta Girulu gives immense torture with an irritating story. Nivin Pauly turns out to be a miscast, Soori fails to entertain and director Ram failed to Indianise the Hollywood film though he tried to connect chords with emotions. Everything fell apart and Ram failed completely with his story, screenplay and direction and overall execution. Considering all these elements, Cinejosh goes with a 1.25 Rating for Sapta Sagaralu Sapta Girulu.

Sapta Sagaralu Sapta Girulu Review

Chakkora -The Lunar Bird(2026) Movie: What's BehindChakkora The Lunar Love Bird is releasing on 9 October 2026. Interest levels are decent on the film as it is helmed by Manga Srinivas, a protege of dashing director Puri Jagannath.Chakkora -The Lunar Bird(2026) Movie: Story ReviewChakkora The Lunar Love Bird story revolves around a youngster who goes to any extent for the girl he gets attracted to and &nbsp;how he deals with the happenings in his life thereafter.Ravana ( Sravan) gets attracted and goes all out to win the heart of the beautiful girl Jabili aka Julie ( Malaika Vasupal). When everything goes on a happy tone, he has a surprise in store.What is that surprise, what roles Ravana's parents Jayaram (Brahmaji), Janaki (Indraja), grandfather (LB.Sriram), his friend Rajababu(Sudarshan), Julie 's father Peter (Suman), Kaumidi( Anushka Luhar) form the interesting part.Chakkora -The Lunar Bird(2026) Movie: Artists ReviewSravan came up with an impressive performance. He showed variations in his expressions and emotions according to the situation. He showed his skills in stunts and dances. He delivered dialogues accordingly. Little fine-tuning will take him to the next level.Malaika Vasupal is ok in her looks and performed well complementing the protagonist in a perfect manner. Both of them with their performances helped the story to move forward.Brahmaji and Indraja as the parents of the protagonist did justice while Suman and Manichandana did the same in the role of the female lead's parents. Sudarshan evoked few laughs while Anushka Luhar and LB.Sriram got limited roles.Chakkora -The Lunar Bird(2026) Movie: Technicians ReviewChakkora The Lunar Love Bird story is written by Manga Srinivas. He starts the narration in a typical but interesting manner. He then tries to show the hero trying to win the heart of the girl with his antics and they turn routine. Though the story has predictable elements, he tries to generate interest with the screenplay.To some extent, he succeeded. The second half Jitender drags it to the core, with the hero searching endlessly before the twist, which is routine, is revealed. Finally, the film concludes with a message that it is not the end of the road with love failure and breakup, and one can move forward, savoring the memorable moments.Manga Srinivas did a decent job with the story, screenplay, and direction. The songs tuned by Prince Henry are foot-tapping and melodious. They are shot well on screen and added value to the narration. His background music elevated the scenes, taking viewers into the story.The cinematography is taken care of by Ruppa Gopikrishna and captured the scenic locations aptly, giving a realistic feel to the scenes. Dialogues are fine and according to the situation. Production values are decent.Chakkora -The Lunar Bird Movie: Advantages<ul><li>Sravan</li><li>Music</li></ul>Chakkora -The Lunar Bird Movie: Disadvantages<ul><li>Preachy Elements</li><li>Predictable Scenes</li></ul>Chakkora -The Lunar Bird(2026) Movie: Rating AnalysisAltogether, Chakkora The Lunar Love Bird turns out to be a decent entertainer with predictability. While the first half has some moments, the second half turns routine with preachy and repetitive elements that impact the flow of the narration. A little fine-tuning of the script would have added value to the final outcome. Considering all these elements, Cinejosh goes with a 1.5 rating for Chakkora The Lunar Love Bird.

Chakkora -The Lunar Bird Review

Hanuman Ansh(2026) Movie: What's BehindHanuman Ansh, turned out to be blockbuster creating a sensation in Bollywood after releasing as an unknown entity. The film is now releasing in Telugu on 9 October 2026. Let us see whether the same magic is repeated in Telugu by Hanuman Ansh.Hanuman Ansh(2026) Movie: Story ReviewHanuman Ansh story is all about a youngster Lakshmi Narayan Sharma and his journey to become the famous Neem Karoli Baba and the experiences of him and those associated with him in the process.Lakshmi Narayan Sharma (Shobhinaw Satyaa) becomes a devotee of Lord Hanuman after the tragic incident in his life. What is the tragic incident and how he goes on to become Neem Karoli Baba, what roles freedom fighter Ram Nandan Bhosale (Chandan K Anand ), Mahant ji ( Anil Rastogi), Gopal (Bhagwan Das Patel),Sudi (Sugandha Malhotra), Radheshyam (Gautam Tripathi), Inspector Dharam Singh( Gulshan Pandey), Daroga Nasir Khan(Rajiv Mishra), Parvati(Neha Paranjpe),Banshidhar(Udaysinh Rajput),Shubhankar(Sadvik Sharma),Mr Francis(Aleksei Danilov),Hariram(Santosh Dixit ), Jagdish(Rajnish Srivastava), Champaklal(Aman Mehta),Hiren(Yash Pandey),Shankar(Brijpal Singh) form the interesting part of the narration.Hanuman Ansh(2026) Movie: Artists ReviewShobhinaw Satyaa breathed life into the role. He virtually lived in the role of the Neem Karoli Baba. He looked realistic with his screen presence. He showed good emotions and expressions and carried the film on his shoulders.Others also perfomed well in their roles.Hanuman Ansh(2026) Movie: Technicians ReviewHanuman Ansh story is penned by Vishal Chaturvedi. The story is based on the book Divine Detour: That Changed My Life authored by Vishal Chaturvedi himself. Right from the first scene till the last, he euologized the spiritual and devotional strengths of Karoli Baba.The first half is interesting with the childhood happenings in the life of baba and his journey in search of the Lord. The first half is racy with episodes involving freedom fighter. The first half screen play is decent and sets the tone for the second half.The second half also continues in the same vein but after the passage of the narration , one gets a feeling that the pace slowed down and the tone assumed monotonous and routine shades. The docu Style screenplay on the second half with no real twists and turns impacted the story. The pre climax and climax is loaded with scenes involving goosebumps. The film ends on a decent tone.Sadhu Sushil Tiwari with his music spread spirituality and divinity. The songs are shot on the realistic and authentic way. His background music added value to the narration.Vishal Bawa's Cinematography is appealing. He showed the scenes in a beautiful way. The editing of Shankh Rajadhyaksha is sleek through out the film except for few scenes where it slowed the pace of the narration. Dialogues are good and effective and Telugu dubbing is realistic. Production values are good.Hanuman Ansh Movie: Advantages<ul><li>Sadhu Sushil Tiwari</li><li>Dialogues</li><li>Cinematography</li><li>Music</li></ul>Hanuman Ansh Movie: Disadvantages<ul><li>Slow Pace</li><li>Docu Style Narration</li></ul>Hanuman Ansh(2026) Movie: Rating AnalysisAltogether, Hanuman Ansh spreads divinity. Shobhinaw Satyaa came up with captivating performance of the lifetime and director Vishal Chaturvedi's story is decent. The screenplay is racy to some extent and direction is decent. The script is ok and after a period of time, screenplay turned out to be uni dimensional. Considering the above elements, Cinejosh goes with a 2.75 rating for Hanuman Ansh.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Hanuman Ansh Review

Comrade Kalyan(2026) Movie: What's BehindSree Vishnu has built a reputation for entertaining audiences with his natural comic timing and films that explore different genres. He now arrives with Comrade Kalyan, a comedy entertainer set against the backdrop of Naxal activity in the 1990s. Directed by Janakiram Marella and presented by Kona Venkat, the film attempts to mix romance, comedy and serious situations. Let us see how far Sree Vishnu's latest outing succeeds in entertaining audiences.Comrade Kalyan(2026) Movie: Story ReviewKalyan (Sree Vishnu) runs a theatre on lease in a village and has a special interest in screening films featuring R. Narayana Murthy. His life takes a turn when he falls in love with Sitara (Mahima Nambiar), a young woman from Odisha. Just as he prepares to express his feelings, an unexpected development pushes him into a difficult situation, forcing him to take a decision that changes his life.The story connects Kalyan's personal troubles with his mother Sarasathamma (Radhika Sarathkumar), Sitara's family and the conflict involving the police and Naxal groups. An IPS officer, George Kutti (Shine Tom Chacko), and several other characters become part of the unfolding drama. How Kalyan gets caught up in these developments and what follows form the rest of the story.Comrade Kalyan(2026) Movie: Artists' PerformancesSree Vishnu does his best to keep the film engaging with his familiar comic timing. He manages to generate laughs in a few sequences, but the character itself does not offer much novelty. The writing limits his performance, leaving him with little opportunity to explore different shades of the role.Mahima Nambiar gets limited scope despite playing a key character in the story. Satya provides some entertaining moments, although his comedy does not work consistently. Sudarshan also contributes to a few lighter sequences. Radhika Sarathkumar makes her presence felt, while Shine Tom Chacko gets a routine police officer role that does not fully utilise his abilities.The supporting cast includes Vennela Kishore, Brahmaji, Upendra Limaye, Sai Chand, Shatru, Srikanth Iyengar and others. Most of them play their parts adequately, but the writing gives several characters little room to make a lasting impression. Some comedy sequences also feel forced rather than naturally emerging from the situations.Comrade Kalyan(2026) Movie: Technicians' ReviewDirector Janakiram Marella chooses an interesting backdrop by bringing together village life, romance, comedy and Naxal activity. The idea offers scope for an entertaining story with a different flavour, but the execution remains uneven. The first half spends considerable time on romantic and comic episodes, many of which feel routine. The screenplay struggles to connect these scenes to the main conflict in a convincing manner.The second half offers opportunities to move into more serious territory, but the film continues to rely heavily on comedy. The shift between humour and drama does not always feel natural, and the emotional moments lack the impact needed to strengthen the story. A few sequences work, but the overall narration would have benefited from tighter writing and better pacing.Vijai Bulganin's music is decent, with a couple of songs working reasonably well on screen. The background score supports the proceedings without becoming a major highlight. Sai Sriram's cinematography captures the setting adequately, while the production values are satisfactory. Chota K Prasad's editing could have been sharper, as several scenes drag and affect the film's pace. The dialogues offer occasional laughs but rely too often on familiar double-meaning humour.Comrade Kalyan Movie: Advantages<ul><li>Sree Vishnu's comic timing</li><li>A few entertaining sequences</li><li>Some songs and decent production values</li></ul>Comrade Kalyan Movie: Disadvantages<ul><li>Routine story and screenplay</li><li>Uneven comedy</li><li>Weak emotional connect</li><li>Slow narration in several portions</li></ul>Comrade Kalyan(2026) Movie: Rating AnalysisComrade Kalyan has a workable premise and a capable lead actor, but the film does not make the most of either. Sree Vishnu tries to carry the proceedings with his comic timing, and a few sequences provide entertainment. However, repetitive humour, weak characterisation and an uneven screenplay prevent the film from becoming a consistently engaging entertainer.The Naxal backdrop could have added weight to the story, but the narrative struggles to balance its serious elements with the comedy. Better writing and tighter editing might have made a significant difference. The film has enough moments to offer some entertainment, but it falls short of delivering a satisfying theatrical experience throughout.Considering its performances, occasional laughs and technical merits alongside its writing and pacing issues, CineJosh rates Comrade Kalyan 2.5/5.

Comrade Kalyan Review

&nbsp;Premane Oorilo (2026) Movie: What's BehindSandalwood film Premada Oorelli, which turned out to be a successful outing in Kannada, is releasing in Telugu as Premane Oorilo. Let us see whether the film manages to connect with Telugu audiences.Premane Oorilo (2026) Movie: Story ReviewPremane Oorilo revolves around relationships, love and the impact of people's mindsets and preconceived notions.Santhu aka Santosh (Shree Raam) has been focused on helping his father Naganna (Rangayana Raghu) with agriculture since childhood. Naganna has his own dreams about his son's marriage. The entry of village tomboy Vasantha (Ramika Shivu) and foreign-returned Rukmini (Thapaswini Poonacha) changes the situation.How Santosh handles the situation and where his relationships eventually lead form the crux of the story.Premane Oorilo (2026) Movie: Artists ReviewShree Raam is decent in his role and makes an impact in a few emotional scenes in the second half. Ramika Shivu is good as the tomboyish Vasantha and handles the emotional portions well. Her traditional look also brings a different shade to the character.Thapaswini Poonacha is fine as the foreign-returned girl and delivers a passable performance. Rangayana Raghu once again proves his experience and elevates several scenes with his performance. The actor playing the grandmother also does well, while the rest of the cast perform adequately.Premane Oorilo (2026) Movie: Technical ReviewDirector Manoj Kumar comes up with a familiar triangular love story set against a village backdrop. The first half focuses on character introductions, village life, one-sided love and comedy before building towards the interval twist. However, the proceedings take time to reach the point.The second half shifts towards marriage, life after marriage, emotions and a flashback. Though some emotional sequences work, the narration becomes stretched in places. The flashback follows a somewhat old-school treatment, but it is handled reasonably well. The climax delivers the expected emotional impact.The songs composed by Sunaad Gowtham are soothing and melodious. The background score also adds value to the emotional scenes. Rajkanth SK's cinematography is one of the film's better aspects, beautifully capturing the village setting.Editing by Harshith Prabhu could have been tighter, as some scenes slow down the proceedings. The Telugu dubbing also suffers from lip-sync issues in places. Production values are decent and the dialogues work in a few scenes.Premane Oorilo (2026) Movie: Advantages<ul><li>Performances</li><li>Cinematography</li><li>Music and BGM</li><li>Emotional sequences</li></ul> Premane Oorilo (2026) Movie: Disadvantages<ul><li>Slow narration</li><li>Predictable storyline</li><li>Stretched second half</li><li>Telugu dubbing issues</li></ul> Premane Oorilo (2026) Movie: Rating AnalysisOverall, Premane Oorilo is a familiar emotional love story that works in parts. The predictable storyline and slow narration prevent it from becoming a compelling romantic drama, but the performances, village backdrop, music and a few emotional sequences give the film some engaging moments. The second half has better emotional impact despite the stretched treatment.Considering all these elements, CineJosh goes with a 2.25 rating for Premane Oorilo. &nbsp;

Premane Oorilo Review

Anakapalli (2026) Movie: What's BehindVikram Sahidev and Sandhya Vasishta are coming before the audience with the rural action drama Anakapalli. Khagesh Tammineni has directed the film, while Trinadha Rao Nakkina provided the story and screenplay. Tarak Ponnappa appears in a crucial role. Let us see how the film fares.Anakapalli (2026) Movie: Story ReviewAnakapalli is set against a rural backdrop and revolves around Surya (Vikram Sahidev), a youngster whose life changes after entering a world dominated by local gangster Bullet (Tarak Ponnappa). Love, loyalty, family emotions and the gangster backdrop drive the narrative.The basic conflict has enough scope for an engaging rural action drama, but the screenplay does not extract the full potential from the setup. Several developments are predictable, and the narration takes considerable time to reach the important moments.Anakapalli (2026) Movie: Artists ReviewVikram Sahidev puts in a sincere performance and handles the emotional portions reasonably well. He shows improvement in the action and serious sequences.Tarak Ponnappa is one of the better aspects of the film. His screen presence and intensity suit the gangster role, particularly in the confrontation scenes.Sandhya Vasishta gets a limited role and performs adequately. Indraja and the supporting cast are fine in their respective parts.Anakapalli (2026) Movie: Technicians ReviewTrinadha Rao Nakkina's story uses a familiar rural action template. There are some effective emotional beats, but the screenplay lacks the sharpness required to make the drama consistently engaging.The film takes time to settle and several scenes feel stretched. The second half has a few emotional and action moments, but the predictable proceedings reduce their impact.Davzand's background score supports the intense portions, while the cinematography captures the rural atmosphere well. Editing should have been tighter, as the slow stretches affect the overall pace.Director Khagesh Tammineni succeeds in creating the required rustic setting and gets decent performances from the cast. However, the film needed a stronger screenplay, better pacing and more compelling conflict to leave a lasting impression.Anakapalli Movie: Highlights<ul><li>Rustic rural backdrop</li><li>Tarak Ponnappa's performance</li><li>Vikram Sahidev's sincere effort</li><li>A few emotional sequences</li><li>Background score</li></ul>Anakapalli Movie: Drawbacks<ul><li>Routine storyline</li><li>Predictable proceedings</li><li>Slow narration</li><li>Uneven screenplay</li><li>Lengthy scenes</li></ul>Anakapalli (2026) Movie: Rating AnalysisOn the whole, Anakapalli has a promising rural backdrop and gets some support from the performances, particularly Vikram Sahidev and Tarak Ponnappa. However, the familiar storyline, predictable screenplay and slow narration prevent the film from turning its rustic setup into an engaging theatrical experience.The film works in patches, but the effective moments are not enough to overcome the weaknesses in the writing and pacing.

Anakapalli Review

Sigma(2026) Movie: What's BehindSundeep Kishan and Faria Abdullah's Sigma directed by Jason Vijay is releasing on 2 October 2026. The film is attracting the attention of all as it happens to be the debut of Tamil Nadu CM Vijay and many Telugu celebrities praising his skills. Let us see what impact the film made on movie lovers.Sigma(2026) Movie: Story ReviewSigma story revolves around a youngster who struggles to repay his debts and what steps he takes to overcome them.Guru (Sundeep Kishan) in order to come out of the debts lands in a bigger problem. Where this leads to and what role Sam ( Faria Abdullah), Veerayya Reddy ( Sampath Raj), Vincent ( Shiv Pandit) form the interesting developments.Sigma(2026) Movie: Artists ReviewSundeep Kishan got the role that offered nothing much to show variations. He got the similar kind of role which he played many times in his earlier films. He just passed through the motions with out offering nothing much. He did justice to his character as per the story.Faria Abdullah is just ok in her role. She couldn't be faulted because he role is badly written and got no chance to show her acting talent.The film stars numerous actors but all got limited roles. Raju Sundaram is ok with his role to entertain with his comic timing. Shiv Pandit as the villain can't up with blank expressions. Sampath Raj is fine in his role but he over acted at times.Sigma(2026) Movie: Technical ReviewSigma story is penned by Jason Vijay. The entire narration in the first half is just predictable. The first half highlighted the hero's problems and troubles and his scenes with the heroine. Even the other scenes featuring other actors ended up testing the patience of the viewers.The interval sequence though routine adds little interest. This sets the tone for the second half. Things hit the downhill in the second half with scenes coming in an artificial manner. The weak villains turn the film into a bore fest.The pre climax and climax adds no value. Everything looks silly and laughable. People heaven a sigh of relief when the film ends as they finally came out of the torture.Thaman's tunes didn't add value to the narration. All the songs turned extremely bad and failed to make an impact. His background music is a roller coaster ride. At times he elevated some scenes but most of the times he followed the same template.Krishan Vasanth's Cinematography is as per the narration. It is just in sync with the story. The editing of Praveen KL is decent to some extent in the first half but the second half left many unnecessary scenes that slowed the pace of the narration. Dialogues are just ok. Production values are below average.Sigma Movie: Advantages<ul><li>Nothing</li></ul>Sigma Movie: Disadvantages<ul><li>Story, Screenplay, Direction</li><li>Illogical Scenes</li><li>Weak Antagonists</li><li>Outdated Plot</li></ul>Sigma(2026) Movie: Rating AnalysisAltogether, Sigma turns out to be failed formula. The performances disappoints in no time while director Jason Vijay who hails from Gen Z shocks all with this outdated duty. Many such films came earlier and he offered nothing new. His story turned out to be weak and Screenplay, Direction tuned below average. All the scenes and the entire narration became outdated and loaded with illogical sequences. Jason Vijay treated with beaten to death formula. Considering all these elements, Cinejosh goes with a 1.25 rating for Sigma.&nbsp;

Sigma Review

Thella Kaagitham(2026) Movie: What's BehindThella Kaagitham comes with a youthful story built around teenage love and the consequences of an unexpected pregnancy. Harsh Roshan and Nakshatra lead the film, while the makers attempt to balance a serious subject with comedy and romance. The premise has enough scope for an engaging drama, but the execution becomes the deciding factor.Thella Kaagitham(2026) Movie: &nbsp;ReviewRamu (Harsh Roshan) and Aasha (Nakshatra) are school-going youngsters who fall in love. Their relationship takes an unexpected turn after they make a mistake, leaving them to face consequences far beyond what they imagined. The film follows their struggle and the people around them as they deal with the situation.The basic idea has emotional potential, but the screenplay takes a familiar route. The first half has some lighter moments and moves reasonably well, while the second half becomes predictable and loses its grip.Thella Kaagitham(2026) Movie: Artists ReviewHarsh Roshan does well in the lead role and brings the required energy to the character. Nakshatra makes a decent debut and has good screen presence. Deepak Mali gets some entertaining moments, while the supporting cast performs adequately. Thella Kaagitham(2026) Movie: Technicians ReviewVijay Bulganin's music and background score are among the better aspects of the film. K.V. Guhan's cinematography is neat and suits the setting. The editing could have been sharper, particularly in the second half.The bigger issue lies with the writing and direction. The subject demands stronger emotional handling, but several scenes feel stretched and predictable. The film needed a tighter screenplay to make its central conflict work.Thella Kaagitham Movie: Advantages<ul><li>Harsh Roshan's performance</li><li>Nakshatra's screen presence</li><li>Music and background score</li><li>Some entertaining first-half portions</li></ul>Thella Kaagitham Movie: Disadvantages<ul><li>Predictable writing</li><li>Slow second half</li><li>Weak emotional impact</li><li>Stretched scenes</li></ul>Thella Kaagitham(2026) Movie: Rating AnalysisThella Kaagitham starts with a subject that could have made for an engaging youthful drama, and the first half manages to keep things moving with comedy, romance and a few decent moments. Harsh Roshan is comfortable in his role, and Nakshatra makes a reasonably good impression in her debut.The problem is that the film never builds enough strength around its central conflict. Once the story moves into the more serious portions, the predictable writing becomes difficult to ignore. The emotional scenes do not land as strongly as intended, while the second half takes too long to reach its conclusion.There are a few positives in the performances and music, but they are not enough to overcome the screenplay issues. With a tighter narrative and more convincing emotional writing, the film could have made better use of its subject. CineJosh goes with a 2 rating for Thella Kaagitham.

Thella Kaagitham

Tatvam(2026) Movie: What's BehindSmall budget film Tatvam is releasing on 2 October 2026. The film stars Dinesh Tej and Dhasvika Kinthalli under the direction of Arjun Kola. Let us see what the film offered to movie lovers.Tatvam(2026) Movie: Story ReviewTatvam story revolves around the happenings in the life of the aspiring SI while investigating a case and where this leads to form the interesting developments.Kalyan, ( Dinesh Tej), aspires to be the SI and he lands in a murder mystery and his investigation leads to surprising revelations. What are those surprising revelations and what roles Soumya aka Bujjamma (,Dhasvika Kinthalli), president Murthy, Rangarao, Venkat Rao ( Kittayya), Lakshmana, Friend Bharat, Kishore Babu, Gopi ( Anand Bharathi), SI Bangaraju and others form the interesting part.Tatvam(2026) Movie: Artists ReviewDinesh Tej is good in the role of the cop. He showed good emotions and expressions as a police officer and also as the person who gets attracted towards a girl after a long time.Dhasvika Kinthalli looked good on the screen. However she got limited dialogues and screen presence. Others performed according to their roles.Tatvam(2026) Movie: Technicians ReviewThe story of Tatwam is written by Arjun Kola. He tried to attract all with the murder mystery in the backdrop of rural atmosphere. He starts the narration in an interesting way and sets the tone for the investigation. The first half sails of smoothly in a slow and steady manner before it ends with the interesting twist setting the stage for the second half.The second half proceeds in a predictable way with the pressure from the top officials regarding investigation and the protagonist trying to get green signal from the female lead for his love. The film finally ends with the interesting development.The story though turns decent but the narration treads in a slow manner like serial like presentation. This diluted the intensity levels of the already predictable narration. The screenplay is uni dimensional and offered nothing new. Direction turned out to be average.The music of Chaitan Bharadwaj is melodious. The songs are very few and we shot in an appealing manner. His background music is in sync with the story and added value to the narration. Bharat Patti with his cinematography showed the rural and village atmosphere in a realistic and natural way. The editing of Viplav Nyshadam could have been better as there are many scenes and elements that are repetitive and slowed the pace of the narration. Dialogues are ok and production values are average.Tatvam Movie: Advantages<ul><li>Interesting Plot</li><li>Music</li><li>Cinematography</li></ul>Tatvam Movie: Disadvantages<ul><li>Slow Pace</li><li>Predictable Elements</li><li>Illogical Scenes</li></ul>Tatvam(2026) Movie: Rating AnalysisAltogether, Tatvam turns out of be a routine murder mystery. The cast and crew tried their best to come up with a quality product. However, it seems the budget constraints prevented them from doing so. Director Arjun Kola came up with a murder mystery and tried to add spiritual touch but after couple of dialogues , he completely ignores it. He then tried to increase the interest levels with the investigation and blending it with romantic elements. Little fine-tuning of the script, including twists and turns would could make the film even better. Considering all these aspects, Cinejosh goes with a 2.25 rating for Tatvam.

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Dorothy(2026) Movie: What's BehindKarthik Subbaraj's Dorothy has been hogging in the limelight ever since its release in Tamil one week back on 25 Sep 2026. The film got standing ovation at the Toronto International Film Festival on 11 Sep 2026. The film stars Keerthy Suresh, Sananth and Rishikanth and the controversial topic is attracting the ire of everyone. The film's OTT rights have been bagged for a fancy sum by Netflix. Let us see how the film impacts Telugu movie lovers on 2 October 2026.Dorothy(2026) Movie: Story ReviewDorothy story revolves around two friends and how their relationship transforms with the entry of a beautiful girl. Right from their childhood, Karthi (Rishikanth) and Subbu(Sananth) forge an inseparable relationship in the backdrop of the dark world. However their lives takes a drastic turn with the entry of a beautiful girl Dorothy (Keerthy Suresh).Where this leads to and what roles Whistle Veeraiya (Muthukumar), Transgender (Jeeva Subramanian), Thangamalar (Muthazhagi), and others form the rest of the developments.Dorothy(2026) Movie: Artists ReviewKeerthy Suresh got very limited role in the film. However she breathed life in her character and captivates all with her graceful presence and performance. Rishikanth and Sananth performed well in their roles and did full justice creating the maximum impact. Others like Ramachandran Durairaj, Soundararaja, Muthazhagi, Jeeva Subramanian, Muthukumar, Gajaraj performed according to their roles.Dorothy(2026) Movie: Technical ReviewDorothy story is penned by Karthik Subbaraj. He is known to come with hard hitting films and even Dorothy is nothing new. He chose to address the controversial topics in the story. He narrated the first half highlighting the friendship, bonding and emotions between the two friends. With his humor that is black, Karthik Subbaraj lived up to his reputation.He then makes a drastic shift in the second half. While he touched on the contentious issues in the second half, at times, he ended up confusing viewers. Through Dorothy, he did not deviate from one topic to another but chose to address in all the problems in a powerful, hardhitting and logical manner.He showed clarity of thought in his narration and this made a powerful impact on the viewers. He addressed casteism, violence, patriarchy, gender politics and discrimination. After highlighting the major problem or the controversial issue, he normalised it in the society. Though he did not glorify for the LGBT rights, he just normalised it.However for all the powerful elements, Karthik Subbaraj's narration turned out to be preachy. The story and narration irritate all sections of viewers not only conservatives but also those who fight for the rights of LGBTQIA+ allies.The cinematography of S Thirunavukkarasu is captivating. He showed the raw and rustic elements in a natural and impactful manner. He used the camera angles capturing the expressions of various actors to perfection. He also showed the fights in a chilling way. Music maestro Ilayaraja added value and soul to the film with his music and background score elevating the emotions. The editing of Ganesh Siva is fine and could have been better at times. Production values are grand.Dorothy Movie: Advantages<ul><li>Bold Topic</li><li>Performances</li></ul>Dorothy Movie: Disadvantages<ul><li>Preachy Elements</li><li>Controversial Subject</li></ul>Dorothy(2026) Movie: Rating AnalysisAltogether, Dorothy turns out to be a bold take on contentious issues. Karthik Subbaraj should be complimented for touching a controversial topic. He is aided by the top performances from the cast and crew. However, Karthik Subbaraj after the interesting first half and the bold second half, however failed to address the problems in the more powerful manner.Some characters are underwritten and some of the dialogues delivered by them looked forced as if praising the director. Some of the dialogues turned preachy and everything turns preachy and predictable after the passage of time. Karthik Subbaraj in his excitement to add more power and punch failed to with his failure in clarity of thought on where and how to end the film and which direction he should take if forward. Considering all these elements, Cinejosh goes with a 2.25 rating for Dorothy.

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Don't Trouble The Trouble(2026) Movie: What's BehindFahadh Faasil's Don't Trouble The Trouble arrived with considerable curiosity, thanks to the Rajamouli family and Arka Media Works association, along with the promotional push from several top stars. The trailer also created interest with Balakrishna's voice-over and the film's unusual magical-adventure setup. With that kind of attention around it, expectations were naturally high. The question is whether the film manages to deliver the same spark once the actual story begins.Don't Trouble The Trouble(2026) Movie: Story ReviewThe story revolves around Suri (Fahadh Faasil), a carefree man who is constantly looking for ways to make quick money. His attempt to outsmart a dangerous politician, Aslam Bhai (Mahesh Manjrekar), lands him in a difficult situation. His life takes an unexpected turn when he encounters a little girl, Divya (Ssara Palekar). The connection between the two and the trouble surrounding them forms the main conflict.Krishna (Subbaraju), Pratap (Saurabh Sachdeva) and Divya's parents become part of Suri's journey, but the screenplay struggles to turn this simple premise into a consistently engaging ride.Don't Trouble The Trouble(2026) Movie: Artists ReviewShashank Yeleti comes up with an idea that tries to mix fantasy, emotion and entertainment, but the execution doesn't completely bring those elements together. The film takes time to establish its world and characters, while the emotional thread that should hold the story together remains underdeveloped.The first half has a few entertaining moments, but the proceedings move along familiar lines. Some curiosity is created around the interval, giving the film a temporary lift. The second half, however, loses momentum and becomes increasingly uneven. The pre-climax provides some relief, but by then the film has already struggled to maintain the required engagement.The biggest issue is the screenplay. The basic premise had enough room for a fun and emotional entertainer, but several scenes feel stretched and the narrative doesn't always follow a convincing internal logic. The film also seems caught between different kinds of audiences, never fully settling into either a children's fantasy adventure or a proper family entertainer.Fahadh Faasil does his part sincerely and once again proves his ability to bring personality to even a limited character. He has also dubbed his own lines in Telugu. However, the role itself doesn't provide enough material for him to unleash the range and spontaneity he is capable of.Ssara Palekar is adorable and delivers a decent performance, though the emotional portions could have had greater impact. Subbaraju is adequate, while Saurabh Sachdeva's character feels underwritten and confusing in places. Mahesh Manjrekar fits the part but isn't given anything particularly memorable. Venkatesh Kakamanu and the rest of the cast perform as required.Don't Trouble The Trouble(2026) Movie: Technical ReviewKaala Bhairava's music doesn't leave a major impression, while the background score also fails to consistently elevate the important moments. Brad Francis' cinematography is one of the better aspects of the film, with the camera work giving several locations a natural and visually appealing treatment.Praveen Anthony's editing could have been tighter, particularly in the portions where the narrative begins to drag. The production values are decent and the film gets the required visual support, but the technical elements aren't enough to compensate for the screenplay issues.Don't Trouble The Trouble Movie: AdvantagesFahadh Faasil's performanceA few entertaining stretchesCinematographyInteresting basic premiseDon't Trouble The Trouble Movie: DisadvantagesUneven screenplayMissing emotional depthFamiliar treatmentSlow portionsSecond halfDon't Trouble The Trouble(2026) Movie: Rating AnalysisDon't Trouble The Trouble had all the ingredients to become an interesting fantasy entertainer, but the final product doesn't fully capitalise on them. The central idea has scope, and Fahadh Faasil brings his usual commitment to the character, but the screenplay doesn't give him enough material to make the proceedings consistently engaging.The film works in parts, particularly when it leans into its lighter moments and the relationship at the heart of the story. However, the emotional beats don't land strongly enough, while the second half becomes increasingly inconsistent. Some outdated and illogical stretches further weaken the impact.The Rajamouli family association and the strong promotional attention created considerable curiosity, but the film itself needed stronger writing to sustain those expectations. It isn't a complete washout, as there are a few moments and performances that work, but the overall experience remains uneven.Considering all these elements, CineJosh goes with a 2.25 rating for Don't Trouble The Trouble. &nbsp;

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Rajinikanth’s Jailer 2 is heading for its October 15, 2026 theatrical release with encouraging advance sales worldwide, but the Telugu version is struggling to match expectations. While Tamil Nadu and other markets are showing interest, the pre release response in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana has been comparatively subdued.Directed by Nelson Dilipkumar and produced by Sun Pictures, the sequel brings back Rajinikanth as Muthuvel Pandian, with Anirudh Ravichander composing the music. Reports suggest worldwide advance bookings have crossed ₹50 crore. The film has also crossed six lakh tickets on BookMyShow.The Telugu advance trend is drawing comparisons with Coolie, which reportedly opened strongly in the Telugu states despite clashing with War 2. Jailer 2 has a solo release, yet its reported pre sales remain much lower. In the US, Telugu premiere bookings have also been described as slow compared with Coolie’s opening.The gap may reflect weaker local promotional momentum, audience expectations and the challenge of matching the first Jailer’s success. With Telugu distribution rights reportedly priced on high expectations, a strong opening alone may not be enough, positive reviews and word of mouth will be crucial. The Dasara period offers an opportunity for collections to improve after release. - Veda