&nbsp;Star director Mani Ratnam is getting shocks as success eluded him at the box office in the recent past. He is now coming with the film titled Inji Vellam. The film stars Vijay Sethupathi and Sai Pallavi in the lead roles. The film has the Kolkota backdrop and according to the latest, the film's shooting has been wrapped.The pace at which the shooting has been wrapped is becoming the talk of the town. The project was announced on 23 July and in three months the production of the film has been completed.Rahman is the music director for the film bankrolled on Madras Talkies along with Lyca Productions and India Talkies. Plans are on to release the film during Pongal 2027. For Inji Vellam, Vijay Sethupathi is taking 60% less remuneration than his market value. Netflix has acquired the rights of the film for a fancy sum.The film also gives Mani Ratnam an opportunity to explore a romantic narrative with two performers known for their understated approach to characterisation.Pramod Nandivada &nbsp;

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Inji Vellam speed surprises all

Inji Vellam reaches the finish line

Ujjwal Nikam on his biopic Prahaar. Rajkummar Rao is starring in a film titled Prahaar which is releasing on 16 October 2026. The film is the biopic on 26/11 trial prosecutor Ujjwal Nikam.Ujjawal Nikam speaking to scribes revealed "My first condition was there would be no glorification of any character, including me. And all the real names would be used. Let me appreciate Mr Rajkummar Rao as he lived like Ujjwal Nikam. My colleagues praised his performance. Many lawyers who watched the film asked me if he lived me. I said, 'No, he did not live with me for a single day'. Because Raj is usually very silent and would speak softly."While praising Rao's "body language," Nikam added, "This is Ujjwal Nikam. I certify him completely. He could go to court on my behalf. He can play my role."Wamiqa Gabbi, Sikandar Kher, Jaideep Ahlawat, Nassar and Ashish Vidyarthi are playing important roles in the film. The film is directed by Pulkit.---- Pramod Nandivada

‘Prahaar’: Ujjwal Nikam Compliments Rajkummar Rao

Ujjwal Nikam on his biopic Prahaar

The makers of Ramayana have reportedly locked November 5 as the film’s release date, building excitement around one of Indian cinema’s most ambitious mythological projects. Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, the film brings the timeless Indian epic to the big screen with a star studded cast and a large scale cinematic vision.Ranbir Kapoor plays Lord Rama, Sai Pallavi portrays Sita, and Yash takes on the role of Ravana. The project has generated considerable interest through its casting and visual scale, with audiences eager to see how the filmmakers interpret the epic for contemporary viewers. However, release details should be checked against an official announcement from the production team. Dil Raju is releasing the film in Two Telugu States through his SVC company.The reported November release places Ramayana within the lucrative Diwali festive period, when audiences traditionally turn out for major theatrical releases. Earlier discussions reportedly included different release strategies across international markets, but a simultaneous worldwide launch would allow fans in multiple territories to experience the film together.Reports have also suggested paid premiere shows on the evening of November 4, with ticket bookings potentially opening on Dussehra. These details remain subject to official confirmation. With its celebrated source material, prominent cast and ambitious production, Ramayana is shaping up to be a major talking point among moviegoers awaiting its theatrical arrival. - Veda &nbsp;

Mythological Epic Arrives on November 5

Ramayana Release Date Officially Announced

Movie lovers cheated with dubbed films ticket hikes. Of late, the makers of almost all the Telugu films are going for ticket rates hike. What is surprising all is the makers of even the dubbed films are going for ticket rates hikes. The price hikes for the tickets for all movies and even dubbed films is making movie lovers cheated. A distributor questioned “When Rajinikanth film is being offered at around Rs 180 in Tamil Nadu, why should Telugu audiences pay more? It amounts to taking advantage of Telugu moviegoers, who have traditionally supported films across industries.” He says “Instead of increasing ticket prices in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, they should leave some money in the pockets of audiences, especially during the festive season in October and other expenses.” Lagadapati Sridhar says “Ticket pricing has to be moderated. Many can learn from Dhurandhar, which had minted gold, collecting around Rs 1,000 crore gross in a week despite lower ticket rates.” He adds “Telugu viewers are among the most passionate movie lovers. They watch stars like Ranveer Singh, Rajinikanth, Yash and Dulquer Salmaan with the same enthusiasm as they do Telugu superstars. You won't find such an audience anywhere else.” He concludes “Cinema is an art form and has to be affordable for common man who would like to visit a theatre with family or he would be forced to come alone due to premium tickets. Huge success of Telugu films like 'Maa Inti Bangaram' to 'Irumudi' showed that nominal ticket rates are justified.”---- Pramod Nandivada &nbsp;

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Ticket hikes for dubbed films: Movie lovers cheated

Movie lovers cheated with dubbed films ticket hikes

&nbsp;Excitement is on for Allu Arjun and Lokesh Kanagaraj's project. Lokesh Kagaraj's films has special flavor with racy screenplay, powwerful roles unexpected twists and action sequences.Howwever, everything changed with the disaster of Rajinikanth's Coolie. His story selection and screenplay has been panned by everyone. So Lokesh Kanagaraj is keen to show his power and prove to all with Allu Arjun's project.Though rumours spread that Allu Arjun and Lokesh Kanagaraj project has been shelved, the rumours have been rebutted. Lokesh created a strong impact with Khaithi, Vikram and Leo. Coolie brought him down and sent him a powerful lesson that despite all the top stars and cameos, if story is weak, result will be a diaster.So Lokesh Kanagaraj should be careful and realise that hero elevations and action sequences will not save the film. The film should have strong scenes and powerful story telling. The cameos should have importance rather than unncessary twists. Allu Arjun paid attention to the script and gave his inputs to Lokesh Kanagaraj and asked him to develop on the story in two to three months. Currently Allu Arjun is busy with Atlee's Raaka. Allu Arjun is of the opinion that instead of making chages after going to sets, it is better to get things right before hand itself. -- Pramod Nandivada

Allu Arjun leaving no stone for AK23

Allu Arjun going allout for Lokesh Kanagaraj project

Mega Hero Vaisshnav Tej went into the oblivion and disappeared completely from the screen for more than three years. This happened right after his films Konda Polam, Ranga Ranga Vaibhavanga, Aadikeshava turned out to be disasters.Now, according to the latest, it is coming out that Vaisshnav Tej lined up three exciting projects. Inside talk is he will soon join the sets. His first film will be helmed by Mahesh who earlier teamed with Sudheer Babu for Hunt. The project will be produced by Anil Sunkara on his AK Entertainments banner.He will according to the sources will team with VI.Anand. The project discussions are in the final stages and inside tak is Srinivasaa Chitturi may in all probablity will bankroll the project. Apart from it, he is also in talks with Parasuram of Geetha Govindam fame. Buzz is it will be bankrolled by Dil Raju on his Sri Venkateswara Creations banner. Parasuram is developing the script as he got the nod from Vaissnhav Tej.- Pramod Nandivada

Mega Hero going for the kill

Vaisshnav Tej lining up three projects

Bollywood superstar Salman Khan has ventured into children’s digital entertainment with his new YouTube channel, Being Salman Khan. Unlike celebrity channels that focus on film updates and personal moments, this initiative aims to engage young viewers through fun, family friendly content that combines entertainment with learning.Salman recently addressed viewers on Instagram, explaining that the channel’s videos may not appeal to adults because they are primarily designed for children. He stressed the importance of giving young minds a mix of enjoyment, affection, family values and education, offering a different experience from the usual celebrity content available online.The videos feature Salman in two distinct roles, using playful demonstrations to introduce children to the basics of acting. Through simple examples, he explains body language, facial expressions and dialogue delivery, making these concepts easier for young viewers to understand. The approach gives children an opportunity to explore creativity while learning through entertainment.Salman previously launched the Salman Khan Films Music YouTube channel in 2020, releasing songs including Pyaar Karona and Tere Bina. Alongside his digital venture, he continues to host Bigg Boss 20, marking another season as the show’s presenter. He is also working on Apoorva Lakhia’s upcoming film Matrubhumi, which features Chitrangda Singh as the female lead. - Veda

Salman Khan New YouTube Venture Blends Entertainment and Learning

Salman Khan Launches Being Salman Khan YouTube Channel

&nbsp;Of late the makers of almost all films are seeking hike in ticket rates and in the midst of all this, rumours spread that even the makers of Ranabaali will be following the trend.However, Vijay Deverakonda , the protagonist speaking to scribes shared his thoughts on the same. He said that he is against price hike in ticket rates for his films. He added that he doesnot want to burden the common people by with the increase in ticket rates.He said hike in ticket rates for his film applies only if he does a project with renowned director Rajamouli in the coming days. Earlier even Mythri Movie Makers rubbished the rumours that they are going for hike in ticket rates.Ranabaali stars Rashmika Mandanna as the female lead while Arnold Vosloo is playing the powerful antagonist. Ajay-Atul is the music director for the film.- Pramod Nandivada &nbsp;

  VD powerful take on ticket rates hike

Vijay Deverakonda thoughts on ticket rates hike

Megastar Chiranjeevi extended warm birthday wishes to Amitabh Bachchan, affectionately addressing the Bollywood legend as “Guruji.” In his message, Chiranjeevi praised Big B’s enduring love for cinema, dedication to his profession and the humility that continues to make him special, wishing him good health and many more memorable years.Chiranjeevi shared that Amitabh’s respect for his craft has always inspired him. Beyond decades of success and iconic performances, he highlighted the veteran actor’s warmth and down to earth nature. The heartfelt message reflected the mutual respect between two celebrated stars who have made lasting contributions to Indian cinema.Amitabh Bachchan’s birthday also drew tributes from across the film industry. Kamal Haasan celebrated the veteran star’s iconic screen presence, while fans gathered outside his Mumbai residence, Jalsa, to mark the occasion. The celebrations reflected the affection Big B continues to receive from audiences across generations.At 84, Amitabh remains active on television as the host of Kaun Banega Crorepati and continues to be associated with major film projects. His upcoming appearance in Kalki 2898 AD’s sequel is also eagerly anticipated. From his unforgettable performances to his enduring commitment to acting, his journey remains an inspiration to performers and movie lovers alike. - Veda &nbsp;

Mega Star Conveyed Birthday Wishes To His Guruji

Chiranjeevi Calls Amitabh Bachchan Guruji in Heartfelt Birthday Wishes

Ram Charan’s much awaited RC17 is back in the spotlight, with reports suggesting that the film could be launched with a traditional pooja ceremony on October 20, coinciding with the Dussehra festive season. However, the makers have yet to officially confirm the launch date, leaving fans waiting for a clear announcement.Adding to the excitement, actress Sara Arjun’s name is doing the rounds as a possible female lead opposite Ram Charan. Known for her performances as a child artiste in films such as Deiva Thirumagal, Sara has recently attracted wider attention with her role in the Hindi film Dhurandhar. The casting speculation has sparked curiosity among moviegoers.If the reports turn out to be true, the proposed pairing would bring together Ram Charan’s established pan Indian appeal and Sara’s growing profile as a leading actress. Still, no official confirmation has emerged regarding her involvement, so the news should be treated as speculation rather than a final casting decision.With Ram Charan’s upcoming projects drawing attention across Telugu cinema, expectations surrounding RC17 continue to build. Fans are eager to learn about the director, storyline, cast and technical crew. Until the production team makes an announcement, both the reported Dussehra launch and Sara Arjun’s casting remain unconfirmed. &nbsp;

 Sara Arjun In RC17 Rumours Create Buzz

Ram Charan RC17 Grand Launch on Dussehra? 

Rajinikanth has explained why he agreed to Jailer 2 despite turning down sequel proposals for two of his popular films, Baasha and Petta. The superstar said he rarely feels the need to revisit successful movies, believing that a sequel should grow naturally from the original story rather than simply repeat its success.The turning point came when Rajinikanth rewatched Jailer after its OTT release. He recalled the warning delivered by the antagonist just before his death, a powerful smuggling network would come after Muthuvel Pandian. The film had already planted clues about this larger criminal world, giving the story room to continue.Rajinikanth also pointed to the valuable containers held by Muthuvel and the underworld figures who respect and support him because of his reputation as a jailer. These unresolved threads convinced him that Jailer had a genuine foundation for another chapter. He said he personally called director Nelson Dilipkumar and agreed to the sequel because the story demanded it.Unlike Baasha 2, which Rajinikanth reportedly declined, or Petta 2, which director Karthik Subbaraj had considered extending through Vijay Sethupathi’s character, Jailer 2 offered a continuation rooted in the original film’s ending. Produced by Sun Pictures, the sequel features returning star Shiva Rajkumar and Mohanlal alongside Hrithik Roshan, Vidya Balan, Yogi Babu and others. Scheduled for an October 15 release, it follows the 2023 blockbuster Jailer, which reportedly grossed around ₹604 crore worldwide. - Veda &nbsp;

Why Rajini Opted For Jailer Sequel

Rajinikanth Reveals Why He Chose Jailer 2 Over Baasha 2 

Vijay Deverakonda’s Ranabaali is heading towards its October 16 theatrical release, but the early overseas booking trend is raising concerns. According to the figures cited in trade reports, USA premiere pre sales are hovering around $50,000, a relatively modest start for a film carrying considerable expectations.The contrast with Vijay’s previous release, Kingdom, is striking. The film reportedly collected around $930,000 from USA premieres, setting a much higher benchmark. Ranabaali currently appears well behind that pace, although advance bookings can change considerably during the final days before release.Directed by Rahul Sankrityan and produced by Mythri Movie Makers, Ranabaali is a period action drama set against the backdrop of British era Rayalaseema. Vijay reunites with Rashmika Mandanna, while Ajay–Atul handle the music. The trailer, released on October 8, showcases a story centred on colonial oppression and resistance.The Dasara holiday window could give Ranabaali room to recover if audience feedback is encouraging. Keeping Telugu state ticket prices at regular levels may also help attract families. However, Rajinikanth’s Jailer 2, scheduled for October 15, adds competition for screens and audience attention. The opening day response and word of mouth will be crucial to the film’s box office prospects. - Veda

Ranabaali Advance Bookings Are Alarming 

 Ranabaali Faces Slow Overseas Start

Sharwanand is coming to entertain with his upcoming film titled in an interesting manner as George Krish. The film directed by Srinu Vytla is progressing at a briskpace. The film is racing for a grand release on 14 Jan 2027 as Sankranti special.According to the latest, the makers erected a special set in RFC and shooting is currently underway there. The makers are shooting a song on Sharwanand. The song happens tobe the title song in the film. Sharwanand will be seen as a junior scientist in the film. The drama revolving around Sharwanand role will be very interesting and there are many hilarious episodes.Manasa Varanasi is the female lead in the film. The romantic track between Sharwanand and Manasa Varanasi will be extremely trendy and has many hilarious elements. Anup Rubens is the music director for the film. &nbsp;The film is presented by ATV, and is produced by Ramabrahmam Sunkara under Anil Sunkara’s AK Entertainments banner, with Ajay Sunkara opting in as co-producer-- Pramod Nandivada &nbsp;

George Krish in a song shoot

Sharwanand song shoot for George Krish

&nbsp;Nikhil Siddhartha is coming with a historic entertainer The India House. The film comes with a tagline A Tale of Love and Revolution. The film is directed by &nbsp;Ram Vamsi Krishna and stars Saiee Manjrekar as the female lead and Anupam Kher in a key role.The film is made with a whopping budget of Rs 85crs and &nbsp;is presented by Global Star Ram Charan and bankrolled by Abhishek Agarwal and Vikram Reddy. The budget of the film happens to be highest in Nikhil's career. Abishek Agarwal talking about it says “The film deserves a good budget, as it has been shot at foreign locations, and the current schedule is taking place in Europe. I don’t want to disclose the numbers, but it will be a lavish film and one of the costliest films in Nikhil’s career,”Sashwat Sachdev of Dhurandhar fame is the music directror. Abhishek Agarwal says “We are glad to work with such a talented composer in Telugu cinema. He has already delivered five enchanting and soulful songs for our period saga,”He added “It is great to work with a big star, and things are going well. Director Ram Vamsi Krishna gave him a detailed narration, and Ram Charan was impressed by the script and instantly agreed to join hands with us,”-- Pramod Nandivada &nbsp;

The India House soaring budget not a concern

The India House soaring budget becomes talking point

Victory Venkatesh who is currently awaiting the release of his film Aadarsha Kutumbam directed by Trivikram Srinivas is also starring in a film titled in a crazy manner as January 12 Vidudala. The film &nbsp;directed by Anil Ravipudi is generating immense interest among movie lovers.The film is releasing on 12 Jan 2027 as Sankranti special. In the meantime, reports are coming that star director is playing an important role in the film. Buzz is KV.Anudeep, young and talented director known for his witty oneliners and ribtickling punches will be playing a key role in the film.He will be seen in a completely different role. Anil Ravipudi created a unique role in the film and he felt that Anudeep will suit for it. Anudeep after hearing about the role at once gave green signal. Inside talk is Venkatesh, Kalyan Ram and Anudeep track will capture the imagination of all..The film stars Keerthy Suresh and Krithi Shetty as the female leads. The music is tuned by GV.Prakash Kumar.- Pramod Nandivada&nbsp;

Is Star Director in January 12 Vidudala

 Star Director special in January 12 Vidudala

Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna after falling in love, maintained secrecy and dated for many years before entering into wedlock. They are now coming to entertain movie lovers with his upcoming film Ranabaali which is releasing on 16 October 2026. The film is helmed by Rahul Sankartiyan of Taxiwala fame.In &nbsp;the meantime, Vijay Deverakonda shared a shocking secret about his marriage. He said he preferred a simple wedding without any lavishness, grandiose etc. He planned his wedding to be in a beach with him in shorts and getting wed. However he feared that his mother will thrash him black and blue and make a scene and so he didnot implement his idea.He also shared that even Rashmika left the entre wedding responsibility on him and she stayed away from tensions. However,few people expressed their anger at Vijay Devarakonda and his talk of getting wed in knickers saying that marriage is a happy moment in life and one should make it memorable.-- Pramod Nandivada &nbsp;

Vijay Deverakonda knicker dreams

Vijay Deverakonda knicker dreams unfulfilled

Mass Maharaja Ravi Teja and director Vivek Athreya have joined forces for their upcoming film Thulabaram, officially launched with a grand pooja ceremony. Produced by Laxman and Srini Rao under Bridge Productions, the project brings together Ravi Teja’s energetic screen presence and Vivek Athreya’s distinctive approach to storytelling.The makers introduced the title through an inventive video called The Title Documentary, released by My Home Ram. Using humour and playful storytelling, the announcement follows the team’s entertaining journey towards choosing the film’s unusual title. The video has also sparked curiosity about this crime drama and the fresh cinematic combination behind it.Ravi Teja’s familiar Mass Maharaja image takes a playful turn as the announcement introduces him as the Crime Maharaja, hinting at a different side of the actor. The video also reveals key characters, including Tharun Bhascker as Devaraj, Priyanka Mohan as Krishnaveni, Anaswara Rajan as Sound, JD Chakravarthy as Sivaji Rao, Anil Karella as Jadeja and Ravi Anthony as Robin.The launch ceremony saw VV Vinayak hand over the script, while Chandu switched on the camera and Sree Vishnu sounded the clapboard. Shiva Nirvana and Bobby directed the first shot. Vivek Sagar composes the music, Theni Eswar ISC handles cinematography, Raviteja Girijala edits the film, and GM Sekhar leads production design. Shooting is expected to begin soon, with further details awaited. - Veda

Ravi Teja Thulabaram Launched

Crime Maharaja Ravi Teja Teams Up With Vivek Athreya For Thulabaram

Sree Vishnu's Comrade Kalyan directed by Janaki Ram Marella which released this week got mixed to negative reviews from everyone. Many panned Kona Venkat's pretty ordinary writing style and outdated plot and narration,However with no films at the box office, this film is becoming the first option for the movie lovers. According to the latest, Comrade Kalyan witnessed a huge growth of more than 61% at the box office. With the holidays for Dasara also starting, it seems there willnot be any stopping of Comrade Kalyan.Comrade Kalyan collected ₹3.26 Cr on Day 2 (Saturday, 10 Oct 2026) from 1,878 shows across 276 cities with 32.1% occupancy, registering a 40.8% &nbsp;increase from the previous day's ₹2.31 Cr. The film's total gross collection stands at ₹5.57 Cr after 2 days of its theatrical run.Day 3 (Sunday) is currently being tracked live with ₹40.56 L collected so far from 443 shows across 258 cities at 18.1% occupancy (as of 2026-10-11 09:02 IST).Mahima Nambiar is the female lead while Satya,Radhika Sarathkumar, Shine Tom Chacko, Upendra Limaye &amp; Others played important roles.---- Pramod Nandivada

Comrade Kalyan out for a sensation

Comrade Kalyan witness huge jump in ticket sales

Rahul Vijay and Archana Iyer play the lead roles in ‘AH’, a film that has already generated considerable buzz. The title and first look, unveiled by Adivi Sesh, received a positive response, while the recently released glimpse titled ‘Bloody Hunger’ garnered an overwhelming response. Currently in post-production, the film is scheduled for a grand theatrical release on October 30.Produced under the banners of Star Box Stories and Ripple Slide Studios, ‘AH’ is a mysterious investigation thriller starring Rahul Vijay and Archana Iyer. Kanakaravu Tonangi, Abhishek K and renowned editor Gary BH are producing the film, which is directed by Sai Bali.The lyrical video of the song ‘Idhena Idhena’ from the film was launched at a grand event held in Hyderabad on Friday. Composed by Sricharan Pakala, the song is sung by Shanmukh Bharadwaj, with lyrics penned by Suman Chikkala. Journalists Parvathaneni Rambabu, Shivamalla, Venu Bikki, Vasu Sajja and Hema Malini unveiled the song.Speaking on the occasion, lyricist Suman Chikkala said, “This is my first song. Sricharan gave me this opportunity and is introducing me to you all as a lyricist through this film. I hope the film achieves great success.”Singer Shanmukh Bharadwaj said, “Sricharan Pakala believed in me and gave me the opportunity to sing this song. It has a special place in the film, and its picturisation is also going to be extraordinary.”Co-producer Abhinav expressed his gratitude to the artistes and technicians who contributed to bringing the project together so well.Producer Gary BH said, “I believe everyone will like this song. We are making this film together as a group of friends, and I am proud to be part of this project. My thanks to everyone who has worked hard to make the film what it is.”Music director Sricharan Pakala said, “This film is very, very special in my career. People will talk about Rahul Vijay and Archana’s performances. A group of friends have come together to produce this film, and everyone involved is highly talented. Director Sai may appear gentle, but audiences will be surprised when they watch the crime thriller he has made. I hope everyone likes ‘Idhena Idhena’.”Director Sai Bali said, “Rahul Vijay is an amazing actor. He immediately agreed to the film when I narrated the story to him. He is extremely disciplined and supported me throughout the process, even when I pushed him hard. Archana Iyer is a beautiful artiste, and audiences will see a different side of her performance in this film.“The producers invested in the project without compromising on quality. Apart from the songs, the background score will also be thrilling. People will talk about Sricharan Pakala’s background score after the film’s release. With everyone's support, I believe I have delivered the best possible output.“The story revolves around a girl connected to the title, her disappearance, the search for her, suspicion, anti-social elements and inhumanity. Rahul Vijay plays a sincere police officer, and his commanding screen presence will be one of the highlights of this investigative drama.”Speaking at the event, Archana Iyer said, “I am coming before audiences with ‘AH’ this time. It is an interesting investigation thriller, and this song is very beautiful. Sricharan Pakala has composed intense music for the film, and the upcoming songs will also be impressive. The team trusted me with a wonderful role, and I feel fortunate to have the opportunity to play such a character at the beginning of my career. The producers have made this film with great passion. Rahul Vijay is a wonderful actor and an equally wonderful human being.”Hero Rahul Vijay said, “The music, lyrics and picturisation of this song have all come together perfectly. Money alone is not enough to make a good film; there must also be an emotional connection with the project. These producers have that passion, and they are all multi-talented. They are planning a grand release for the film.“Sricharan is a major asset to this project. I am confident that audiences will like both the song and the film. The film was initially scheduled to release on October 9, but the date has been moved to October 30 to further improve the film and ensure a well-planned release. ‘AH’ will thrill audiences as a mysterious and intriguing investigation thriller.”Actor Naresh and co-producer Abhinav V. Kunapareddy, among others, attended the event.Monish Bhupathi Raju is the cinematographer, while Abhinav V. Kunapareddy and Gary BH are handling the editing. The promotional material suggests that ‘AH’ is a dark thriller blending mystery, emotion and suspenseful sequences. The film is expected to offer audiences a distinctive cinematic experience when it arrives in theatres on October 30. &nbsp;

AH Will Thrill Audiences : Rahul Vijay

AH Will Thrill Audiences as a Mysterious and Intriguing Investigation Thriller: Rahul Vijay

&nbsp;Vijay Devarakonda, Rashmika Mandanna's action entertainer Ranabaali directed by Rahul Sankartiyan is releasing on 16 Oct as Dasara special. The film is generating immense expectations as it stars Vijay Devarakonda and Rashmika Mandanna for the first time on the screen after marriage.The makers planned for a grand US premiers in various languages as the film &nbsp;is releasing in various languages. Now reports are coming that the dubbed version premiers got cancelled as the conent didnot reach them.As such only the Telugu version US premiers will be screened as per schedule while the other langauges premiers are scheduled for 23 October. The film's overseas rights have been sold for a fancy sum of $3 million and it requires a strong performance from Ranabaali to reach the break even.The film's music is tuned by Ajay-Atul while Arnold Vosloo, renowned Hollywood actor is playing an important role.- Pramod Nandivada

Ranabaali overseas premiers for dubbed version gets shock

Ranabaali overseas premiers shelved

Rajinikanth's Jailer 2 directed by Nelson Dilip Kumar is racing for a grand release on 15 October 2026 as Dasara special. Expectations are high on the project as it is the sequel to the blockbuster film Jailer.The film completed its censor and got U/A certificate. Mohanlal, Shiva Rajkumar, Vijay Sethupathi, SJ Suryah, Mithun Chakraborty, Yogi Babu, Ramya Krishnan and Vidya Balan star in important roles in the film for which music is tuned by Anirudh Ravichander.The film's runtime got locked at &nbsp;165 minutes and 18 seconds. Now reports are coming that the makers cut more than 100 minutes footage to arrive at the final runtime.Ahead of the film’s release, a pre-release event is set to begin streaming on Sun NXT.The film's Telugu rights are bagged by Naga Vamsi is Sithara Entertainments for a fancy sum.-- Pramod Nandivada&nbsp;&nbsp;

Shocking : Jailer 2 cut more than 100 minutes

Venkatesh, Nara Rohit's Aadarsha Kutumbam directed by Trivikram Srinivas got postponed indefinitely after announcing release dates like October 2 and October 9.In &nbsp;the meantime, reports are coming that there is a scene in the film which will leave all shellshocked. Reports are coming that though the makers are promoting the film as a hilarious family entertainer, there are few emotional scenes that connect chords with the movie lovers.Buzz is there are few thrilling elements in the film. Buzz is one action block will be the next level and it will blow the minds of all. Venkatesh's action sequence when his entire family is in trouble will leave all shocked giving them goosebumps. The makers designed the fight sequence in such a way that it includes thrills, suspsense and other elevations. This episode will be of the duration of 15 minutes. The episode will come in the second half and the makers are confident that there will be repeat viewers for this one scene itself in the theatres.- Pramod Nandivada

Ak47 scene should leave all shellshocked

A scene in Aadarsha Kutumbam should shock all

Vijay Devarakonda and Rashmika Mandanna are coming to thrill movie lovers with their upcoming film Ranabaali directed by Shiva Nirvana of Taxiwala fame. The film is releasing on 16 October as Dasara special.The makers are promoting the film in a big way and they came up with the update on the film's next song. The film's song is titled Kobali and will be releasing on 11 Oct 2026. The song will be released in various languages and confirming the same, the makers came up with a new poster in which Vijay Devarakonda is seen in an intense avatar.Rumours have it that the film's runtime came to 2hours 50 minutes and the trailer has been praised by none other than AP Minister Nara Lokesh. The music is composed 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.Mythri Movie Makers are bankrolling &nbsp;the film in a lavish manner.-- Pramod Nandivada

Ranabaali next song Kobali release  Today

Time ticking for Ranabaali next song

Dragon starring NTR under the direction of Prashanth Neel is the cynosure of all eyes. The film is releasing in two parts and even as expectations are high on the film, rumours have been floating thick and fast. Rumours have been on that NTR and Prashanth Neel had creative differences and so the makers are going on for the reshoot of majority of the film and the film may not release in June 2027 .NTR who is recovering from shoulder injury is set to enter into the sets and in the meantime Prashanth Neel is completing scenes that feature other actors. Inside talk is Prashanth Neel is keen to release the film in June 2027 at any cost. He is keen to resume shoot on NTR once NTR gives green signal.The film stars Rukmnini Vasanth as the female lead while Anil Kapoor is playing an important role. The film has Bermuda triangle, Afghan mafia, enemy nations weapons and Indian army and the action blocks are coming in mindblowing fashion.Fans of NTR are pinning hopes on this film as his previous film War 2 failed at the box office. However the makers didnot come up with any update and so rumours are spreading. The makers should generate hype with new posters and shooting updates to checkmate the rumours.---- Pramod Nandivada

When will Dragon checkmate them

Dragon should checkmate rumours

The Nampally Criminal Court on Thursday directed the Jubilee Hills police to book a criminal case against Praja Rajyam Party president K Chiranjeevi and 12 others for being indirectly responsible of abetting students in Telangana to commit suicides through their opposition to the bifurcation of Andhra Pradesh.
While issuing directions to the Jubilee Hills police, the Court directed them to register a case under Section 306 of the IPC (Abetment to Suicide) and submit a comprehensive report before June 15.&nbsp;The Court&rsquo;s directions came after it took up hearing a petition filed by Akula Srinivas (a former PRP leader) and B Narasimha Reddy of Telangana Advocates Joint Action Committee.
The Court also directed the police to book cases against 12 others for `cheating&rsquo; Telangana people by allegedly turning back on their earlier position on the separate statehood issue. In their petition, the petitioners stated that PRP leaders had extended support to Telangana statehood in 2009 during campaigning for the Assembly elections.&nbsp;
"However, Chiranjeevi and other PRP leaders later made a U-turn after Centre's December 9 statement over Telangana and instead supported United Andhra Pradesh. Due to their acts and statements youths from Telangana region committed suicides... besides the people were cheated," the petitioners complained.&nbsp;Meanwhile, Telangana advocates on Thursday knocked the doors of State Human Rights Commission to lodge a complaint against Vijayawada MP Lagadapati Rajagopal.
In their complaint, the Lawyers stated that Mr Rajagopal made insulting comments against Telangana people while addressing a meeting in Visakhapatnam on May 9 and demanded action against him.&nbsp;Accepting the petition, the acting SHRC chairman Justice Pedaperireddy directed Director General of Police K Arvinda Kumar to submit a comprehensive report on his statements before September 22.

Chiranjeevi booked in criminal case!

Health Minister DL Ravindra Reddy came down heavily on his rival candidate in Kadapa district YS Jaganmohan Reddy, heaping up allegations against the latter for resorting to money laundering only for his political gain.
Talking to media persons at the Secretariat on Thursday, Dr Ravindra Reddy said that Mr Jaganmohan Reddy&rsquo;s one-point programme was to occupy Chief Minister&rsquo;s seat and further alleged that the latter had moved earth and heaven in the Kadapa district to achieve his goal. Stating that election victory was based on the voting pattern, the Minister asserted that he contested as per the party&rsquo;s directive.
In case of victory or defeat in the Parliamentary by-elections, the responsibility was not his but those who backed him, Dr Ravindra Reddy stated.
&ldquo;I was only a party nominee,&rdquo; said he.
Further, he said that he had visited New Delhi only to apprise the High Command the events connected to the by-elections in kadapa.
Dr Ravindra Reddy further alleged that YSR Congress Party president YS Jaganmohan Reddy has announced his 48-hour hunger fast in Guntur district to gain political mileage and not to fight for the farmers&rsquo; cause. He added that the hunger fast will not have impact on the government.
Condemning the statements made by Mr Jaganmohan Reddy&rsquo;s supporters that the government will crumble once the by-election results are out, Dr Ravindra Reddy said &ldquo;There is no threat to the state government at present and it will not be under threat after the by-election results.&rdquo;

Occupying CM's chair is Jagan's 1-point agenda: DL

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.

Tatvam Review

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.

Dorothy Review

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;

Don't Trouble The Trouble Review

The counting of votes for the Kadapa by-elections will be held in JMJ Junior College for Girls, Kadapa on May 13 as per schedule.
Chief Electoral Officer Bhanwar Lal told media persons at the Secretariat on Thursday that the repolling in polling booth No 108 at Bellammandi, Kadapa was conducted peacefully.
The CEO further said that as part of security measures put in place, two companies were kept to
facilitate free and fair polling.
Mr Bhanwar Lal further said that out of 905 voters in the polling booth, 619 exercised their voting rights, registering 68.39 percentage of polling.
The repolling was necessitated due to defects in the Electronic Voting Machines during polling period on May 8.

Repolling in Kadapa peaceful, results on Friday