Vijay Deverakonda’s Ranabaali has received a mixed response from audiences, and the film has a big box office target to reach. With a reported budget of around Rs. 120 crore, the period drama needs strong collections to recover its theatrical investment.According to trade estimates, the makers have recovered around Rs. 60 crore through non-theatrical rights, while the theatrical business is reportedly around Rs. 60 crore. This means the film needs to collect around Rs. 60 crore share, or nearly Rs. 120 crore gross, to reach break-even.The mixed response has made the box office journey more challenging. The film needs positive word of mouth to bring more audiences to theatres, especially after the opening days. The Dasara holiday period could help, but the collections need to remain steady for the film to reach its target.Vijay has put considerable effort into the role, while director Rahul Sankrityan has brought the period drama to the screen with Rashmika Mandanna playing the female lead.For now, Ranabaali has a sizeable target ahead. Whether it can get there will depend on how the audience response shapes up and whether the film manages to pick up at the box office in the coming days. &nbsp;

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Ranabaali Box Office: Vijay Deverakonda Faces Big Test

Vijay Deverakonda Needs a Box Office Push

Kiran Abbavaram is stepping into the director’s chair for the first time with Reality, his upcoming film produced by Sudhakar Chaganti. Scheduled for a Christmas release on December 25, the film has already sparked interest with its recently released glimpse, which hints at a heartwarming family entertainer rooted in middle class life, relationships and everyday dreams.The makers have now unveiled the first look of leading lady Devika Bhat, who looks elegant in a simple green saree. The poster captures a delightful romantic moment between Devika and Kiran Abbavaram, with the duo sharing a happy moment in a kitchen. Their natural chemistry and the homely setting give the film a refreshing appeal.One of the most talked about moments from the glimpse is Kiran Abbavaram’s line about a middle class man’s dream of living a debt free life. The thought has struck a chord with audiences because it reflects a familiar financial aspiration shared by many families.With Devika Bhat’s first look adding to the growing buzz, expectations surrounding Reality have further increased. While the glimpse has offered an encouraging introduction to the story, along with today's reveal of its heroine, it will be interesting looking forward to more promotional material to understand what Kiran Abbavaram has planned for his directorial debut.- Veda

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Reality Leading Lady Devika Bhat First Look

Devika Bhat Looks Charming Alongside Kiran Abbavaram In Realty

Vishwak Sen’s upcoming action horror thriller Cult is gearing up for a worldwide theatrical release on October 30, 2026. The film’s trailer is scheduled to drop on October 18, building anticipation among Telugu movie lovers. Directed by Vishwak Sen himself, the film promises a darker cinematic experience with a blend of horror, violence, suspense and survival.The promotional glimpses released so far suggest a gripping story in which a party takes a terrifying turn, leaving a group of youngsters fighting for their lives. What begins as a fun gathering reportedly transforms into a nightmare as the characters encounter dangerous and unpredictable situations. Vishwak Sen is expected to appear in an intense avatar, with the film exploring a more disturbing world than conventional commercial entertainers.Cult marks Vishwak Sen’s third directorial venture after Falaknuma Das and Das Ka Dhamki. Besides directing the film, he has handled the story and screenplay, while Tharun Bhascker has written the dialogues. Ravi Basrur is composing the music. The film features Gayatri Bhardwaj, Taarak Ponnappa, Murali Sharma, Srikanth Iyengar and Kartikeya in important roles.Produced by Sandeep Kakarala, Cult has reportedly completed its shooting, with major sequences filmed on specially constructed sets at Ramoji Film City. The makers are promoting it as a slasher thriller, a horror subgenre centred on deadly threats and desperate fights for survival. With the trailer arriving on October 18 and the theatrical release scheduled for October 30, expectations are growing. The trailer will offer a clearer glimpse into Vishwak Sen’s ambitious attempt to explore a different genre in Telugu cinema. - Veda &nbsp;

Vishwak Sen Cult Trailer To Be Unveiled On October 18

Vishwak Sen Cult Trailer Date 

Team NTR–Trivikram project extended warm birthday wishes to music sensation Anirudh Ravichander. The team shared its wishes on social media, calling Anirudh their dearest sensation and signing off as the NTR–Trivikram team.Anirudh has established himself as one of the most sought after music directors in Indian cinema, earning widespread recognition for his high energy soundtracks, memorable melodies and powerful background scores. Anirudh latest film, Jailer 2 starring Rajinikanth is creating ripples once again proving his ability in delivering power packed BGM.The birthday greeting has also drawn attention to the musical association surrounding the NTR–Trivikram project. With &nbsp;NTR’s screen presence and Trivikram’s storytelling generating considerable interest, Anirudh’s involvement adds another exciting dimension to the project.Earlier, Anirudh was supposed to provide music for NTR Trivikram's Aravinda Sametha but later replaced by Thaman. Fans now eager to see how the composer’s trademark musical energy complements NTR energy and the film’s scale. - Veda

Team NTR Trivikram Wishes Rockstar Anirudh on His Birthday

NTRivikram Wishes Rockstar 

Nagarjuna’s upcoming film King 100 has sparked curiosity over the reason behind its title. While many may assume that the title refers to the actor’s 100th film, industry buzz suggests there is more to it than that.According to the latest buzz, the title King 100 is linked to a key scene in the film. The scene reportedly has a strong connection to the title, making it more than just a milestone reference. However, the makers have not yet officially revealed the full details behind the title.Nagarjuna has earned the title ‘King’ among his fans over the years, and the new film’s title has naturally raised expectations. If the buzz is accurate, the connection between the title and that crucial scene could add another interesting layer to the film.For now, the actual significance of King 100 remains under wraps, and audiences will have to wait for the makers to reveal more about the film.

 Nagarjuna’s King 100 Title Has a Special Connection

 King 100: One Key Scene Justifies the Title!

Versatile actor Sunil has joined the sets of Due Date and will be seen in a powerful lawyer’s role. Starring Lomesh Pudipeddi as the hero and Jayashree as the heroine, the film also features Praneetha Patnaik, Vignani, Krishna Bhagavaan and Akshara Gowda in key roles. Produced by Pawan Tarigopula and Eluru Sreenu under the Varish Studios banner and directed by Anand K., the film recently held its grand pooja ceremony. Regular shooting has been progressing at a brisk pace in Hyderabad, with several crucial sequences being filmed. Comedian Krishna Bhagavaan has also joined the shoot after a considerable gap, promising to entertain audiences with his interesting character.Speaking on the occasion, the producers said, “Sunil will be seen as the powerful lawyer Shekhar Chandra, and his character will be one of the major highlights of the film. We believe this distinctive role will remain a memorable one in his career. Based on a contemporary and pressing social issue, Due Date is an engaging commercial courtroom drama packed with intriguing twists and gripping moments. The story revolves around a ‘Due Date’ that holds significance in everyone’s life, blending strong commercial elements with a fresh and compelling narrative.”The makers further stated that Due Date promises a refreshing cinematic experience, with an engaging storyline and a perfect blend of entertainment, suspense and emotion. The film aims not only to entertain audiences but also to make them think and connect with the subject on an emotional level. The technical team includes art director Javvadi Naidu, dialogue writer Harish Menon, editor Satya Giduturi and cinematographer Chenchu Jinka. With an interesting premise and a talented ensemble cast, Due Date is shaping up to be an intriguing courtroom drama.The technical team includes art director Javvadi Naidu, dialogue writer Harish R. Menon, editor Satya Giduturi and cinematographer Chenchu Jinka. With a compelling subject, an interesting courtroom backdrop and a talented cast, Due Date is progressing steadily towards bringing an engaging story to the big screen.

Versatile Actor Sunil in Due Date

 Actor Sunil to Play a Powerful Lawyer in Due Date

&nbsp;&nbsp; Veteran actor Gajendra Chauhan has criticised actor Imran Khan for taking part in a protest against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar in Mumbai. Chauhan said Imran should face punishment if he had broken the law.Imran, who holds American citizenship and Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) card, joined the protest at Mumbai's August Kranti Maidan on October 10. The demonstrators called for Gyanesh Kumar's resignation. Following the incident, the Foreigners Regional Registration Office (FRRO) issued a notice asking Imran to leave India by October 28.Chauhan questioned why Imran had joined the protest while living in India as an American citizen. He pointed out that OCI cardholders cannot vote or contest elections in India and argued that Imran should face the consequences if he had violated any rules. He also questioned why the authorities had given the actor time to leave the country.The issue has drawn mixed reactions from the film industry. Veteran actor Raza Murad supported the authorities' action, while filmmaker Kiran Rao and actor Saba Azad expressed support for Imran.Imran is reportedly planning to challenge the FRRO notice in the Bombay High Court. His lawyer has argued that the law does not specifically prohibit OCI cardholders from participating in protests.The matter has now become a legal dispute, with the rules governing OCI cardholders and their participation in public demonstrations at the centre of the debate.

Veteran actor Wants Imran Khan Punished

Imran Khan’s Protest Lands Him In Legal Trouble

&nbsp;&nbsp;Young Filmmakers losing their track. When a young director score a hit on debut, his craze increases tremendously in Tollywood. It is known that entire industry will revolve around the success. Now this success is turning out the over confidence of many young directors. So the attitude they are showing when it comes to their second project is becoming the talk of the town.It is known that the suggestions by the producers and heroes during the filmmaking will be helpful. It will also help in cost cutting and the ironing out the loopholes in the script. But some directors are compromising during the shoot and once the film turns out to be a hit, they are behaving as such everything because of their talent.They are behaving as if their word is the final diktat and try to control the producers and the heroes. Even if the actors try to come up with their suggestions, they are showing attitude and ego, and this is resulting in the quarrels in the sets. The producers are silently bearing the brunt and shelling out money silently and increasing the production cost dancing to their tunes. Though creative freedom is good but if they are away from ground reality, content will take a beating. The young directors are losing interest in the second project after scoring a hit with their first project.- Pramod Nandivada

Young Filmmakers going out of Control

Young Filmmakers losing their track

Crazy Kalyanam Movie ReviewDirector: Badrappa GajulaProducer: Boosam Jagan Mohan Reddy (Arrow Cinemas)Anupama Parameswaran, Naresh, Tharun Bhascker, Akhil Raj Uddamari Punchline: Wedding WoesCrazy Kalyanam(2026) Movie: What's BehindAnupama Parameswaran, Tharun Bhascker, VK Naresh and Akhil Raj come together for Crazy Kalyanam, directed by Badrappa Gajula. The film deals with a father's concerns about his daughter's marriage and her wish to become independent. With a rural Telangana backdrop and a mix of family drama and comedy, the film has an interesting point to make. Let us see how it works on screen.Crazy Kalyanam(2026) Movie: Story ReviewParvathalu (VK Naresh) has two daughters. His elder daughter is married to Balaraju (Tharun Bhascker), a man whose drinking habits and irresponsible behaviour keep creating problems for the family. Having seen this situation, Parvathalu wants to find a better match for his younger daughter Keerthi (Anupama Parameswaran). He looks for a wealthy groom who has a good background and no bad habits.Keerthi, however, has different plans. She wants to complete her education, get a job and stand on her own feet. She loves Uday (Akhil Raj), who has been in love with her since childhood. But Uday does not have a job or the financial background her father expects.Things get complicated when Parvathalu finalises a marriage proposal from a wealthy family. What will Keerthi do? Will her father understand her wishes? The rest of the story revolves around these questions.Crazy Kalyanam(2026) Movie: Artists ReviewAnupama Parameswaran does a good job as Keerthi. She gets the Telangana slang right and brings the right emotions to her character. Her performance is one of the film's positives.VK Naresh gets a role that gives him a chance to show his emotional side. He is particularly effective in the final 30 minutes, where a lengthy scene stands out. His performance adds weight to the climax, even though the film takes too long to reach that point.Tharun Bhascker has the potential to bring more laughs as Balaraju, but the writing doesn't make full use of his comic timing. His character could have been much more entertaining. Akhil Raj has a good screen presence and suits the romantic role, though the love track itself lacks freshness.Crazy Kalyanam(2026) Movie: Technicians ReviewDirector Badrappa Gajula chooses a subject that many families can relate to. The film also has a meaningful message about girls becoming independent and parents supporting their daughters ambitions. But a good idea alone isn't enough to make a film work.The first half takes too long to establish the characters and get to the main conflict. Even Keerthi and Uday's love story fails to create much interest. The story picks up when Parvathalu diverts a marriage proposal intended for another family member and decides to arrange the match for his own daughter. However, the interval lacks the impact needed to make viewers curious about what happens next.The second half also has its share of slow moments. The English classes track and some village episodes don't add much to the story. Tharun Bhascker provides a few lighter moments, but his comedy could have been used more effectively.The film finally finds some emotional strength in the last 30 minutes. The scenes involving Naresh's character bring the much-needed intensity, and the climax conveys the importance of a girl getting an education and becoming independent. However, a fight added towards the end feels forced and doesn't fit naturally into the story.The cinematography captures the village atmosphere well, while the editing could have been sharper. The number of songs also affects the pace in places. A tighter screenplay and more engaging first half would have made a noticeable difference.Crazy Kalyanam: AdvantagesAnupama ParameswaranVK Naresh's performanceA meaningful messageRural Telangana backdropCrazy Kalyanam: DrawbacksFamiliar romantic trackSlow narrationEmotional scenes lack impactSlow first halfComedy that works only in partsCrazy Kalyanam(2026) Movie: Rating AnalysisCrazy Kalyanam has a relatable story at its core. A father wants his daughter to marry into a wealthy family because he fears she might face the same problems as her elder sister. Meanwhile, the daughter wants to study, get a job, and make her own decisions. There is enough scope here for an engaging family drama.Unfortunately, the film takes too long to get going. The romance doesn't create much interest, the comedy has failed in many parts, several scenes feel like they are only filling time. The final 30 minutes are considerably better, with VK Naresh delivering an emotional performance that helps the film recover somewhat.The director's intentions are good, but the screenplay needed more work to turn the subject into a consistently engaging entertainer. The climax makes a point worth hearing, yet the journey towards it feels unnecessarily long.Crazy Kalyanam(2026) Movie: VerdictCrazy Kalyanam has a good message and finds some emotional strength towards the end. Anupama Parameswaran and VK Naresh deliver noteworthy performances, but the slow narration and missed opportunities with comedy hold the film back. Better writing and a tighter screenplay could have made this a more satisfying family entertainer.CineJosh Verdict: Wedding WoesCineJosh Rating: 2.25/5 &nbsp;

Crazy Kalyanam Movie Review

Crazy Kalyanam Review

&nbsp;&nbsp;Kriti Sanon in a horror flick. Kriti Sanon is making a name by starring in different genre entertainers like &nbsp;Cocktail 2 and Tere Ishk Mein and is now expanding his genre. According to the latest she is set to star in a horror entertainer. The film will be bankrolled by Maddock Films and it will be her 9 th collaboration with the production house.A source shares, "After receiving praise for her performances in Cocktail 2 and Tere Ishk Mein, Kriti Sanon has finally locked her next project. She's always been keen to explore different genres, and this time, she's stepping into the world of pure horror with a large-scale film produced by Maddock, which she will be headlining." The source added "Maddock's been on a winning streak, and this will be her ninth collaboration with the production house and her second solo lead with them after Mimi, for which she won a National Award. Unlike Maddock's horror-comedy universe, this film will be an out-and-out horror film, a space the production house is exploring for the first time. The makers are looking to mount it on a grand scale, and while details are currently under wraps, it's an exciting project to look forward to." - Nirvighn Nandivada

Kriti Sanon gearing up to scare all

Kriti Sanon in a horror flick

&nbsp;Sreeleela Bollywood debut gets its date. Sreeleela with her cute and innocent looks and captivating dances captured the imagination of all. She had a dream debut in Tollywood and then attained nation wide frame with the special song in Allu Arjun's Pushpa The Rule.She even hogged the media limelight when she signed a Bollywood project. However things started going wrong when she faced a string of flops and slowly disappeared into the oblivion. When nothing had been heard much to the disappointment of her fans, is looked things are turning worse for her.In the midst of all this, the makers shared good news about her Bollywood debut project. They announced that the film will be releasing on 30 April 2027. The untitled romantic entertainer is directed byAnurag Basu. The film stars Karthk Aaryan in the lead role.Sreeleela is currently starring in Dhanush's Om Chapter 1: Udhiram - The Blood Wood. She was earlier seen in Pawan Kalyan's Ustaad Bhagat Singh. Apart from the Anurag Basu directorial, Kartik Aaryan has films such as Naagzilla and Bhool Bhulaiyaa 4 in his lineup. - Pramod Nandivada

Bollywood Debut: Good news for Sreeleela fans

Sreeleela Bollywood debut gets its date

&nbsp;NTR back in Dragon sets. NTR's upcoming action entertainer Dragon is the cynosure of all eyes. The film is helmed by Prashanth Neel of KGF and Salaar fame and expectations are high on this mass action entertainer. It is known that the shooting got delayed as NTR meet with a shoulder injury and after the surgery he underwent, doctors advised him rest.During that time, the makers shot scenes that didn't feature NTR. According to the latest, it is coming out that NTR resumed Dragon shoot. He joined the sets yesterday and he will be continuing the shooting till the completion of the shoot. The film will be releasing in two parts, and the first part will be in June 2027.Plans are on to warp the shoot by February 2027 and sandalwood beauty Rukmini Vasanth is the female lead. &nbsp;Anil Kapoor, Biju Menon, Ashutosh Rana, Khushbu Sundar and Anshumaan Pushkar are starring in important roles in the film for which music is tuned by Ravi Basrur. Mythri Movie Makers are the producers of this prestigious project.- Pramod Nandivada

NTR resumes Dragon

NTR back in Dragon sets

&nbsp;&nbsp;Vrushakarma starts countdown with new &nbsp;poster. Nava Yuva Samrat Naga Chaitanya is starring in a mystic thriller titled Vrushakarma. The film is helmed by Karthik Varma Dandhu of Virupaksha fame and is increasing the interest levels with interesting promotions.In the meantime, the makers released a new interesting poster featuring Naga Chaitanya carrying a unique weapon and &nbsp;signalling the countdown with 50days ahead of the project. With the new poster, the makers once again reconfirmed the film release as 4 December 2026.The film stars Meenakshi Chaudhary as the female lead and &nbsp;Sparsh Shrivastava making his debut as the antagonist. The Cinematography is taken care of by Ragul D and music by Ajaneesh B Loknath. The movie excited everyone so much that it did good pre release business.Vrushakarma has the interesting tagline Excavation Begins and is produced on &nbsp;Sri Venkateswara Cine Chitra (SVCC) and Sukumar Writings in a prestigious manner.- Pramod Nandivada

Vrushakarma: Chaitu starts the countdown

Vrushakarma starts countdown with new poster

Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi and Yash's mythological entertainer Ramayana directed by Nitish Tiwari is made with a whopping budget of Rs 2000 crs. The film is releasing in two parts and the first part is releasing in November and the second part on Diwali 2027.The makers released the international trailer and the 2-minute 36-second trailer elevated the roles of Ram and Ravana. The music and background score by A.R. Rahman and Hans Zimmer elevated the scenes to the next level. It showed the fight between good and evil and also between Gods and Demons. The trailer started with the voice over , “Before history was written... men walked among gods... and the world existed in perfect order.” It finally shows Kunal Kapoor playing the role of Lord Indra. That peace is soon threatened by Ravana, whose rise to power changes the course of the world. The narration continues, “But from the darkness rose an evil force... Ravana. Born from fire and fury, he bent the gods to his will and made the world his throne.” Yash, the King of Lanka is seen thundering, “Before me, every head will bow...” As Ravana's power grows, the story turns to Rama, presented as the one person who can stand against him. The voice explains, “In this time of peril, humanity had one hope. Not a god, but a man, chosen by destiny: Ram.”Netizens reacted to the international trailer in this manner., “That shyama shyama score in the end. Mann, Hans Zimmer you are the GOAT fr.” Another declared, “Bow down to INDIAN CINEMA.” A third wrote, “Words are less to define what they have made⚡Can't wait to experience this!!” Comparing the film's scale to other major cinematic spectacles, another user said, “People were comparing the Ramayana with the Odyssey but I’m telling you, it’s looking like Avatar level movie. This will rock in box office.”International audiences reacted in the following way. Onr user wrote, “This looks spectacular. This is supposed to be the first part. It carries a $250m budget. Will probably have another $150m for marketing. Part of has the same budget.” Another viewer expressed excitement about Indian mythology getting a grand cinematic treatment, writing, “Wake the fk up, Indians literally made Avatar Lotr level shit. Hindu epics are absolutely insane and still unexplored." Another X user wrote, "This film is apparently 3 hours and 30 minutes??? People saying it's Endgame level."---- Pramod Nandivada

Ramayana international trailer talk 

Ramayana international trailer review 

Vijay Devarakonda, Rashmika Mandanna's Ranabaali directed by Rahul Sankratiyan of Taxiwala fame is releasing on 16 October across the world in a grand manner as Sankranthi special. The film's promotions, teaser and trailer got good response and ahead of the film release, Natural Star Nani surprised the team.Nani posted "Tomorrow we have release of #Ranabaali . Everything about the film shows how much effort the team has put in to make this important film. "He continued "The way Vijay @TheDeverakonda has transformed himself so effortlessly from the super cool guy we know to this ferocious man called Ranabaali is inspiring.@iamRashmika as Jayamma is as adorable and authentic as it gets. @Rahul_Sankrityn is so good with such stories which need research and detailing and it shows that he has put his heart in to this one.&nbsp; My love and best wishes to the whole team.&nbsp; @MythriOfficial"Following this Vijay Devarakonda thanked Nani posting "@NameisNani Anna, much love and big hugs and thank you for the sweet wishes Do watch with the family:) it’s a special film. Also we are all super excited for #BloodyRomeo"Rashmika Mandanna also replied "@NameisNani sirrrrr!! Thankyouuuuu! I hope you like the film when you happen to watch it!! "---- Pramod Nandivada

Nani bats for Ranabaali 

Ranabaali: Nani Surprises, ViRosh thanks

A young hero trusted a director completely for a big-budget film, expecting it to be a major turning point in his career. The film wrapped up its shoot, promotions began, and the makers even announced a release date. However, the project was suddenly postponed, and nearly a year later, it is still waiting to reach theatres.Recently, the actor attended a party with several industry insiders, where he reportedly opened up about the situation and expressed his frustration. The prolonged delay appears to have become a major concern, especially as there is still no clarity on when the film will be released.There are different theories surrounding the postponement. Some believe the makers are waiting to finalise an OTT deal, while others point to pending VFX work. However, the actual reason remains unclear.Meanwhile, the young hero has not been able to move forward as expected with his next projects, leaving valuable time in his career at stake. While big-budget films can face unexpected business and technical hurdles, keeping a completed film on hold for so long creates uncertainty for everyone involved.The actor trusted the project, but with the film still stuck and no release date in sight, the biggest question is how much longer he will have to wait before moving on. &nbsp;

 Big-Budget Film Becomes a Career Trap for Young Hero

One Project, Too Much Time: A Hero’s Career Dilemma

Bollywood actor Imran Khan, nephew of Aamir Khan, has reportedly received a notice from Mumbai Police directing him to leave India by October 28. According to media reports, the action follows his participation in a protest held at Mumbai’s August Kranti Maidan. Imran Khan is reportedly a US passport holder.The protest called for Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar to resign. Reports state that Imran Khan was detained by police on Saturday in connection with the demonstration. Following the incident, he shared a photograph of himself sitting inside a police vehicle on social media, adding a light hearted caption suggesting that he was being taken for a drive.Speaking about his participation in the protest, Imran Khan reportedly said he attended as someone who lives in Mumbai rather than to push any specific demand. He also questioned restrictions on freedom of movement and the right of people to express their opinions. His remarks have added another dimension to the controversy surrounding the incident.Meanwhile, BJP leader Kirit Somaiya reportedly sought strict action against the actor, alleging that his participation violated Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) rules or visa conditions. Somaiya said he had submitted material relating to the actor’s protest speech and earlier comments to the authorities. The Foreigners Regional Registration Office (FRRO), which oversees matters concerning foreign nationals’ stay and immigration compliance, may be involved in such cases. Further official clarification on the notice and the next steps is awaited. - Veda

Mumbai Police Noticed Bolly Hero To Leave India

Imran Khan Receives Mumbai Police Notice Asked to Leave India

The Telugu community in New Jersey has a new point of contact, with the North America Telugu Society (NATS) appointing Sai Gangula as its New Jersey Chapter Leader. The announcement was made by NATS President Raj Allada during a special Meet &amp; Greet attended by NATS Chairman Kishore Kancharla.President Raj Allada, who also hails from New Jersey, expressed confidence that Sai Gangula’s Young and Dynamic, enthusiasm to community service would strengthen NATS activities across the state and encourage greater participation, particularly among younger generations.Chairman Kishore Kancharla praised New Jersey’s longstanding contributions to NATS, noting that the state has produced three NATS presidents. He reaffirmed the organization’s commitment to expanding its outreach and serving the Telugu community.The gathering brought together prominent Telugu community leaders, NATS members, volunteers, and supporters, including representatives from APTA, ATMIYA, MATA, TANA, TFAS, and NRIVA. Their participation reflected a shared commitment to community service and collaboration across Telugu organizations.Also in attendance were NATS Executive Committee and Board members Bindu Yalamanchili, TP Rao, Shyam Nallam, Murali Medicharla, Srinivas Bheemieni and Vamsi Koppuravuri.NATS national sponsors Sasi Paravatham of Nexillo Health and Kalyan Lakkimsetty of Bullion Fortune also attended, joining community leaders and volunteers in supporting the organization’s mission.Speakers congratulated President Raj Allada, recognizing his dedicated service and leadership. Emphasizing unity and collaboration, President Allada invited Telugu organizations to join hands with NATS on community service initiatives, including cancer awareness, screening programs, and other charitable activities.The event reinforced NATS’s vision of building stronger community connections, encouraging young leadership, and expanding meaningful service initiatives.Telugu residents across New Jersey can connect with NATS New Jersey Chapter Leader Sai Gangula at natsnj@natsworld.org for NATS-related activities, community engagement, service initiatives, and opportunities to get involved and PRO GK Media Ganesh - Kumar.

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NAT Community Gets New NATS Contact Point

New Jersey Telugu Community Gets New NATS Contact Point

Superstar Rajinikanth’s much awaited action entertainer Jailer 2 has finally arrived in theatres, bringing back the mass appeal and larger than life moments that made the first film a blockbuster. Directed by Nelson Dilipkumar, the sequel features Rajinikanth once again as Tiger Muthuvel Pandian, with Anirudh Ravichander composing the music.The first Jailer became a major commercial success through Rajinikanth’s powerful screen presence, memorable music, comedy and surprise celebrity appearances. Jailer 2 follows a similar formula, combining action, humour and high voltage elevations. The sequel also expands the franchise’s world, giving fans more moments to celebrate while building anticipation for what could come next.The biggest talking point is the ending of Jailer 2, which reportedly sets the stage for a third instalment. Unlike the first film, which did not clearly establish a sequel, the latest chapter leaves audiences with a stronger indication that the story may continue. The development has already sparked discussion among Rajinikanth fans.The climax features Vidya Balan’s return alongside the introduction of Vijay Sethupathi, adding fresh intrigue to the franchise’s future. While the ending points towards Jailer 3, details about its storyline, production schedule and release date are yet to be announced officially. With Nelson Dilipkumar and Anirudh Ravichander associated with the successful franchise, expectations for another chapter are likely to remain high. - Veda

Jailer 3 Officially Teased in Jailer 2 Climax

Jailer 2 Ending Confirms Jailer 3

&nbsp;&nbsp; Supreme Hero Sai Durgha Tej has announced his upcoming Telugu film, tentatively titled SDT19, on his birthday. Known for balancing commercial entertainers with distinctive subjects, the actor is preparing for another fresh challenge. The project will be produced by Anil Sunkara under the AK Entertainments banner.The film marks the feature directorial debut of Teja Kakumanu, who previously gained recognition as an actor in films such as Baahubali. He later stepped into direction with the popular web series Save the Tigers. For his first feature film, Teja has reportedly developed an original story specifically designed around Sai Dharam Tej’s strengths and screen presence.According to the announcement, SDT19 will present Sai Durgha Tej in a different avatar, exploring a side of his performance that audiences have not seen before. The actor reportedly connected with the story and its central character, paving the way for this new collaboration. However, the film’s genre, plot details and supporting cast remain undisclosed.Producer Anil Sunkara, whose AK Entertainments banner has backed films across different commercial genres, is planning to mount the project on an ambitious scale. Regular shooting is scheduled to begin this month, with further details about the technical crew, cast and release plans expected later. With Teja Kakumanu making his big screen directorial debut, SDT19 has become a project to watch among upcoming Telugu films. - Veda

Sai Durgha Tej Announces New Movie 

SDT19 Announced In Anil Sunkara Prosuction

&nbsp;&nbsp;Accusation on Lokesh Kanagaraj. There are directors who score hits with routine films. Though people love it they do not show interest in watching them repeatedly. However, directors who have passion try to show their mark and at the same time give a different experience to viewers. Lokesh Kanagaraj belongs to them and after making his debut with Nagaram, he scored a resounnding it. Later he created a sensation with Karthi's Khaidhi. It is not easy to make people sit in theatres without testing their patience.Then he scored a blockbuster with Kamal Haasan's Vikram. In his films one can see retro songs. This gives a fresh feel to viewers on the screen. However, one gets a feeling that Lokesh Kanagaraj is weak when it comes to dealing with flashbacks. &nbsp;Leo and Coolie failed to live up to the expectations. In all the films heroes have flashbacks and while in some films they are revealed in others secrecy is maintained.In Khaidi the flashback was not revealed. In Vikram, backstory was narrated through Fahadh Faasil character in an animation manner. He did not try to show it in a visual manner. So these two films turned out to be hits. In Leo and Coolie, the flashbacks were narrated in visual manner. He failed to handle in a perfect manner.So speculation is on that Lokesh Kanagaraj is weak in handling the flashback episodes. Now he is keen to overcome this flashback phobia. In Allu Arjun's film he is keen to show the flasback episode in a manner elevating his character to the next level.- Pramod Nandivada

Is Star Director weak in these scenes?

Accusation on Lokesh Kanagaraj

&nbsp;&nbsp;Tejaswini about to make debut with Kaaka. Balakrishna's daughter Tejaswini is known for her multiple talents and she shared her videos in which she showcased her dancing talent to popular hit songs. Seeing her dancing talent and expressions, many felt that she should make her Tollywood debut.Now inside talk is she was offered a role in Mega Star Chiranjeevi's upcoming film Kaaka. Speculation is on that she was offered the role of Anaswara Rajan to her but things didn't materialize.Sources say Balakrishna also have green signal when Bobby approached Tejaswini for the role but later he adviced her not to make her debut with this role and film and wait for the better opportunity in future. It is known that Anaswara Rajan is playing the role of Chiranjeevi's daughter in the film. It has to be seen whether Balakrishna's daughter Tejaswini will make her debut with Chiranjeevi's Kaaka or with another v film in future. - Pramod Nandivada

What is Balakrishna daughter connection to Kaaka

Tejaswini about to make debut with Kaaka

Jailer 2(2026) Movie: What's BehindMaking a sequel to a Blockbuster is a challenging task for any director. After the first part became a sensation, Sun Pictures brought back the winning combo, Nelson, Anirudh and Superstar Rajinikanth. Also when they announced Vidya Balan, SJ Suryah, and Mithun Chakraborty as the Kalpauk family, the buzz intensifies. Jailer 2 hit the theatres on October 15. Did Nelson pull it off ? Let's see in a detailed review..Jailer 2 (2026) Movie: Story ReviewJailer 2 continues right from where Jailer ended. Tiger Muthuvel Pandian's family is still dealing with the loss of his son Arjun. But Tiger Muthuvel Pandian cleaning up Varma's idol smuggling gang has further leads into more antagonists. Dileep (Suraj Venjaramoodu), &nbsp;a close aide of Varma is hunting for the man who killed Varma. Meanwhile Muthuvel uses Moorthy (Namo Narayana) and his gang to reach Dileep. Then while Dileep is searching for Varma's killer, all roads lead to Muthuvel. That's when the real game starts. The new threat is not a single man, but a whole family syndicate, The Kalpauks, Father Kalpak (Mithun Chakraborty), Bodhi (SJ Suryah) and Kantha (Vidya Balan). How, Muthuvel deals with them follows the entire second half and offcourse gives a lead to Third Installment too.Jailer 2 (2026 Movie): Artists ReviewThis film belongs to Rajinikanth. He is the soul of Jailer 2. But, in Jailer 1, we saw Muthuvel as a normal, retired, soft spoken jailer and that innocence made his mass transformation organic and emotional. In Jailer 2, he is a powerful force from frame one. That surprise factor is missing. Still, his swag is untouched, his comic timing is spot on and when he walks in slow motion with Anirudh's BGM, theatres still erupt. Those elevation scenes are pure goosebumps.The real surprise is Suraj Venjaramoodu. Honestly, he looks more menacing and serious in the first half than the actual main villains in the second half. He holds the entire first half on his shoulders. His track with Namo Narayana is hilarious and also builds tension.Now coming to the biggest disappointment, the Kalpauk family. SJ Suryah as Bodhi tries his best and gets a couple of good face offs with Rajini, but his character quickly becomes loud and repetitive. Vidya Balan as Kantha gets very less screen time and her villainy barely registers except for a couple of laughs due to her 'message' chemistry with Rajini. Mithun Chakraborty is completely underwhelming. To be frank, none of them come even close to what Vinayakan did as Varma in the first part. That raw, unpredictable madness is totally missing.Namo Narayana as Moorthy is a laugh riot. Probably his best role till date. Ramya Krishnan, Mirnaa and Yogi Babu are just okay, they don't have much to do. And we have to talk about the special number. Remember how Tamannaah's Kaavaalaa set screens on fire? Nora Fatehi's number in this one feels forced, like a filler song added just for the sake of it.Jailer 2 (2026) Movie: &nbsp;Technicians ReviewFirst half is completely filled with Nelson mark. This is where he shines. He balances his trademark dark comedy with mass elevations so well. The characters are quirky, dialogues are witty and scenes like the tea stall shooting and bridge fight are designed purely as mass fans moments. Followed by a banger interval block with Dileep just elevates everything and makes us think second half will be bigger.But second half is a different story. Once the Kalpauk family enters, the film becomes static. Same kind of scenes repeat, emotional connect doesn't feel organic like the first part and the confrontations look like Nelson is trying too hard to recreate Jailer 1 moments. The main strength in Jailer 1 is how seamlessly it blends The powerful cameos of Shivaraj Kumar and Mohanlal into the narrative whereas those cameos look forced and bland in Jailer 2. But, the much talked about Hrithik Roshan Cameo worked well. The pre climax feels stretched and climax fight is well executed.Technically, Anirudh is the second hero after Rajini. His BGM is power packed and lifts every elevation, but the songs themselves break the flow. He never missed the opportunity to elevate Thalaivar's aura. Vijay Kartik Kannan's visuals are slick and give a rich look to both Coimbatore and Goa portions. Editing by Nirmal should have been tighter, especially in the last 45 minutes. At 2 hours 45 minutes, the film feels long. At least 10 - 15 minutes could have been trimmed, especially in second half.Jailer 2 Movie: AdvantagesRajinikanth Swag &amp; PresenceBanger IntervalNelson Mark Comedy In First HalfAnirudh BGMJailer 2 Movie: DisadvantagesRepetitive Scenes In Second halfCartoonish VillainsLess Emotional ConnectJailer 2 (2026) : Rating AnalysisJailer 2 works in parts. It rides high on Thalaivar's swag, Nelson's comedy in first half and Anirudh's BGM. But the weak second half and cartoonish villains pull it down. It's a decent one time watch for fans, but it never matches the freshness of Jailer. Considering all these, CineJosh is going with &nbsp; &nbsp;rating. There is a lead for Jailer 3 at the end, and if that happens, Nelson really needs to bring back a rooted, menacing villain and that emotional heart.

Jailer 2 Movie Review

Jailer 2 Review

&nbsp;&nbsp;Allu Arjun in love with Kollywood Filmmakers. Allu Arjun after creating a sensation with his film Pushpa franchise teaming with Sukumar is now busy with Raaka with Atlee and has his next locked with Lokesh Kanagaraj.Many thought after Pushpa he would team with top Tollywood or Bollywood directors but he surprised all by teaming with Kollywood directors.Director Hemanth Madhukar says “Allu Arjun seems to be choosing scripts based on their novelty rather than the directors’ regional backgrounds.”He said “That is definitely one of the key factors. These directors have experience in making star-driven spectacles and delivering larger-than-life films. Arjun is currently operating in that space.”Allu Arjun's Raaka stars Deepika Padukone as the female lead while Rashmika Mandanna, Mrunal Thakur and Janhvi Kapoor are playing important roles. Sai Abhyankar is the music director for the film which already entered into Guinness World Record. Allu Arjun will be seen in multiple avatars in the film.- Pramod Nandivada

Icon Star fascinated with Kollywood Filmmakers

Allu Arjun in love with Kollywood Filmmakers

The union minister and ECC Chairman of the Congress Party, Chiranjeevi has claimed that Polavaram project was the credit of the union ministers but not of any other politicians such as Venkayya Naidu. Going by the details, Chiranjeevi showed the evidences which showcase the union ministers' plea to the Congress High Command to sanction Polavaram project to the national project status. Chiranjeevi also answered to many interesting questions posed by a top TV news channel. The highlights of Chiranjeevi's interview are as follows.
* I have not merged PRP yesterday or the other day. It was merged four years ago.
* The former CM, Kiran Kumar Reddy knows about the state's bifurcation long ago. However, he revealed nothing about it to the people.&nbsp;
* Yes, I told the dust was out of the Congress Party. Those who grew in Congress party and jumped out to the other political parties are opportunists.
* Chandrababu earlier criticized those politicians who joined recently to the same party. That's why CBN is an Alibaba.&nbsp;
* PRP's MLAs felt insecurity in Congress and that's why they changed the party.
* I never told lies.
* My brother( Pawan Kalyan) is like my son. I respect his own ideology and opinions.
* If Pawan criticizes the Congress party, I get smiles as no one can destroy the congress party.
* Rajyasabha seat is just nothing for me comparing to fans affection on me.&nbsp;
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Polavaram Our Credit, Not Venkaiah's, Chiru

Actor Sampoornesh Babu's debut movie 'Hrudayakaleyam' is gearing up for release on April 4. It is a known thing that Sampoornesh has attracted netigens with his innovative methods of the publicity of his movie. Likely, netigens prefer watching this movie. It is also heard that fans of all heroes are also showing interest watching this satirical entertainer on Telugu heroes.Possibly, this movie stands top among the next week's releases in tollywood. This movie was directed by Steven Shankar.
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Heroes Fans Full Support to 'Hrudayakaleyam'!

Ranabaali (2026) Movie: What's BehindVijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna coming back together after Geetha Govindam and Dear Comrade especially after their marriage itself builds curiosity. Add to it, director Rahul Sankrityan, the man behind Taxiwaala and Shyam Singha Roy picking a 1854 to 1878 Rayalaseema famine backdrop, and Mythri Movie Makers backing it on a grand scale. Promos promised blood, pain and a never seen before Vijay. It's OTT streaming partner is announced as Netflix. Ranabaali hit theatres on October 16th. Let's see how it turns out to be.Ranabaali (2026) Movie: Story ReviewRanabaali is set in Rayalaseema between 1854 and 1878, during British rule. Singanamala Bobbili Ranabaali (Vijay Deverakonda) is born into a Palegaadu family. As per legend, he is born without breath and is blessed by Lord Bhadramallanna Swamy with life for two pushkarams. He grows up as a ferocious, going to any extent to protect his people guy. To bring him on track, his family gets him married to Jayamma (Rashmika). She tries to change him. At the same time, the whole Madras region is hit by a terrible famine, British commissioner Sir Theodore Hector (Arnold Vosloo) was appointed as the commissioner for Madras presidency and his brutal decisions leads to looting grains, lands with heavy taxes and people are dying of hunger. When Ranabaali witness that suffering with his own eyes, he turns into a rebel fighting for his people. How does he protect and turns into a nightmare to Britishers forms the crux of the story.Ranabaali (2026) Movie: Artists ReviewVijay Deverakonda is genuinely sincere as Ranabaali. This is totally away from his usual urban lover boy image. He has worked hard on his body language as a drunk, careless youth in early scenes and as a ferocious warrior in action blocks. Initially it seems his Rayalaseema dialect and histrionics seem forced but gets better as the movie progresses. In many scenes, his eyes and expressions do more talking than dialogues. Interval bang and climax are where he truly shines. You can feel the anger, helplessness and pain of a leader in him.Rashmika as Jayamma is lovely but her screen time is limited. In the first half, her scenes with Vijay are heartwarming, they give you that light feel in such a heavy film. She brings grace and emotion, and it's good to see she in a role which has very good importance to the story proceedings. But she suddenly disappear and only appears during the later hour in second half and brings emotional anchor.Lal as Bhadramallanna appears in just 2-3 scenes but makes an impact. Mummy fame Arnold Vosloo as brutal commissioner did menacing act. Eshwari Rao, Vivek Sagar, Kancharapalem Kishore and others are fine in their parts.Ranabaali (2026) Movie: Technicians ReviewIf you compare both halves, first half is definitely better. Rahul takes his time to create the world of 1858 Rayalaseema - the Palegaadu system, the British torture, Ranabaali's personal life. Even it is a bit slow here and there, but the Vijay - Rashmika track and period detailing keep us hooked. Interval gives a good high. Second half starts on a powerful note but soon becomes too heavy. The film keeps showing back to back suffering, battles and grief. After a point, it feel choked. We can feel the suffering more than the heroism, because the heroic payoffs don't elevate mainly due to lack of pulsating BGM. With a runtime of almost 2 hours 58 minutes, it feels stretched.Technically, the film is rich. Cinematography by Jishnu Bhattacharjee, and Nirav Shah is one of the biggest assets, it beautifully captures the dry lands, forts and villages of 19th century Rayalaseema. Production design needs a special mention. Except for a few hill portions, you won't feel it's a set, it looks like a real location. Costumes and art department have done a great job. Where the film slips badly is music. Except for Melody song between Vijay and Rashmika, no other song registers. For a film of this scale, it is expected a thundering BGM to lift those elevation scenes. But the score by Ajay - Atul duo lacks that power. That's why even well shot heroic moments and heavy emotional scenes don't give you goosebumps. If those painful scenes had ended with a strong high, the impact would have been much better. Editing by Karthika Srinivas is impressive in the first half but needs trimming in second half.Ranabaali Movie: Advantages<ul><li>Vijay Deverakonda - Rashmika</li><li>First Half</li><li>Conviction Towards Story</li><li>Production Design</li></ul>Ranabaali Movie: Disadvantages<ul><li>Weak Elevations</li><li>BGM</li><li>Lengthy Second Half</li><li>Heavy Emotions</li></ul>Ranabaali (2026) Movie: Rating AnalysisRanabaali has a strong historical backdrop and some impactful moments, but the slow narration and lengthy runtime prevent it from making the desired impact. Vijay Deverakonda delivers a committed performance, while his chemistry with Rashmika Mandanna works in the film’s favour. The portrayal of famine conditions and British oppression also gives the story emotional weight.However, the screenplay loses momentum in the second half, with repetitive sequences and predictable developments affecting the overall experience. The background score and lack of emotional depth in some key scenes further weaken the impact. Despite its sincere attempt and a few engaging moments, the film struggles to sustain interest throughout its nearly three-hour runtime.Considering all these factors Cine Josh is going with 2.5 rating for 'Ranabaali'.

Ranabaali Review

Crazy Kalyanam(2026) Movie: What's BehindAnupama Parameswaran, Tharun Bhascker, VK Naresh and Akhil Raj come together for Crazy Kalyanam, directed by Badrappa Gajula. The film deals with a father's concerns about his daughter's marriage and her wish to become independent. With a rural Telangana backdrop and a mix of family drama and comedy, the film has an interesting point to make. Let us see how it works on screen.Crazy Kalyanam(2026) Movie: Story ReviewParvathalu (VK Naresh) has two daughters. His elder daughter is married to Balaraju (Tharun Bhascker), a man whose drinking habits and irresponsible behaviour keep creating problems for the family. Having seen this situation, Parvathalu wants to find a better match for his younger daughter Keerthi (Anupama Parameswaran). He looks for a wealthy groom who has a good background and no bad habits.Keerthi, however, has different plans. She wants to complete her education, get a job and stand on her own feet. She loves Uday (Akhil Raj), who has been in love with her since childhood. But Uday does not have a job or the financial background her father expects.Things get complicated when Parvathalu finalises a marriage proposal from a wealthy family. What will Keerthi do? Will her father understand her wishes? The rest of the story revolves around these questions.Crazy Kalyanam(2026) Movie: Artists ReviewAnupama Parameswaran does a good job as Keerthi. She gets the Telangana slang right and brings the right emotions to her character. Her performance is one of the film's positives.VK Naresh gets a role that gives him a chance to show his emotional side. He is particularly effective in the final 30 minutes, where a lengthy scene stands out. His performance adds weight to the climax, even though the film takes too long to reach that point.Tharun Bhascker has the potential to bring more laughs as Balaraju, but the writing doesn't make full use of his comic timing. His character could have been much more entertaining. Akhil Raj has a good screen presence and suits the romantic role, though the love track itself lacks freshness.Crazy Kalyanam(2026) Movie: Technicians ReviewDirector Badrappa Gajula chooses a subject that many families can relate to. The film also has a meaningful message about girls becoming independent and parents supporting their daughters ambitions. But a good idea alone isn't enough to make a film work.The first half takes too long to establish the characters and get to the main conflict. Even Keerthi and Uday's love story fails to create much interest. The story picks up when Parvathalu diverts a marriage proposal intended for another family member and decides to arrange the match for his own daughter. However, the interval lacks the impact needed to make viewers curious about what happens next.The second half also has its share of slow moments. The English classes track and some village episodes don't add much to the story. Tharun Bhascker provides a few lighter moments, but his comedy could have been used more effectively.The film finally finds some emotional strength in the last 30 minutes. The scenes involving Naresh's character bring the much-needed intensity, and the climax conveys the importance of a girl getting an education and becoming independent. However, a fight added towards the end feels forced and doesn't fit naturally into the story.The cinematography captures the village atmosphere well, while the editing could have been sharper. The number of songs also affects the pace in places. A tighter screenplay and more engaging first half would have made a noticeable difference.Crazy Kalyanam: Advantages<ul><li>Anupama Parameswaran</li><li>VK Naresh's performance</li><li>A meaningful message</li><li>Rural Telangana backdrop</li></ul>Crazy Kalyanam: Drawbacks<ul><li>Familiar romantic track</li><li>Slow narration</li><li>Emotional scenes lack impact</li><li>Slow first half</li><li>Comedy that works only in parts</li></ul>Crazy Kalyanam(2026) Movie: Rating AnalysisCrazy Kalyanam has a relatable story at its core. A father wants his daughter to marry into a wealthy family because he fears she might face the same problems as her elder sister. Meanwhile, the daughter wants to study, get a job, and make her own decisions. There is enough scope here for an engaging family drama.Unfortunately, the film takes too long to get going. The romance doesn't create much interest, the comedy has failed in many parts, several scenes feel like they are only filling time. The final 30 minutes are considerably better, with VK Naresh delivering an emotional performance that helps the film recover somewhat.The director's intentions are good, but the screenplay needed more work to turn the subject into a consistently engaging entertainer. The climax makes a point worth hearing, yet the journey towards it feels unnecessarily long.Crazy Kalyanam(2026) Movie: VerdictCrazy Kalyanam has a good message and finds some emotional strength towards the end. Anupama Parameswaran and VK Naresh deliver noteworthy performances, but the slow narration and missed opportunities with comedy hold the film back. Better writing and a tighter screenplay could have made this a more satisfying family entertainer.

Jailer 2(2026) Movie: What's BehindMaking a sequel to a Blockbuster is a challenging task for any director. After the first part became a sensation, Sun Pictures brought back the winning combo, Nelson, Anirudh and Superstar Rajinikanth. Also when they announced Vidya Balan, SJ Suryah, and Mithun Chakraborty as the Kalpauk family, the buzz intensifies. Jailer 2 hit the theatres on October 15. Did Nelson pull it off ? Let's see in a detailed review..Jailer 2 (2026) Movie: Story ReviewJailer 2 continues right from where Jailer ended. Tiger Muthuvel Pandian's family is still dealing with the loss of his son Arjun. But Tiger Muthuvel Pandian cleaning up Varma's idol smuggling gang has further leads into more antagonists. Dileep (Suraj Venjaramoodu), &nbsp;a close aide of Varma is hunting for the man who killed Varma. Meanwhile Muthuvel uses Moorthy (Namo Narayana) and his gang to reach Dileep. Then while Dileep is searching for Varma's killer, all roads lead to Muthuvel. That's when the real game starts. The new threat is not a single man, but a whole family syndicate, The Kalpauks, Father Kalpak (Mithun Chakraborty), Bodhi (SJ Suryah) and Kantha (Vidya Balan). How, Muthuvel deals with them follows the entire second half and offcourse gives a lead to Third Installment too.Jailer 2 (2026 Movie): Artists ReviewThis film belongs to Rajinikanth. He is the soul of Jailer 2. But, in Jailer 1, we saw Muthuvel as a normal, retired, soft spoken jailer and that innocence made his mass transformation organic and emotional. In Jailer 2, he is a powerful force from frame one. That surprise factor is missing. Still, his swag is untouched, his comic timing is spot on and when he walks in slow motion with Anirudh's BGM, theatres still erupt. Those elevation scenes are pure goosebumps.The real surprise is Suraj Venjaramoodu. Honestly, he looks more menacing and serious in the first half than the actual main villains in the second half. He holds the entire first half on his shoulders. His track with Namo Narayana is hilarious and also builds tension.Now coming to the biggest disappointment, the Kalpauk family. SJ Suryah as Bodhi tries his best and gets a couple of good face offs with Rajini, but his character quickly becomes loud and repetitive. Vidya Balan as Kantha gets very less screen time and her villainy barely registers except for a couple of laughs due to her 'message' chemistry with Rajini. Mithun Chakraborty is completely underwhelming. To be frank, none of them come even close to what Vinayakan did as Varma in the first part. That raw, unpredictable madness is totally missing.Namo Narayana as Moorthy is a laugh riot. Probably his best role till date. Ramya Krishnan, Mirnaa and Yogi Babu are just okay, they don't have much to do. And we have to talk about the special number. Remember how Tamannaah's Kaavaalaa set screens on fire? Nora Fatehi's number in this one feels forced, like a filler song added just for the sake of it.Jailer 2 (2026) Movie: &nbsp;Technicians ReviewFirst half is completely filled with Nelson mark. This is where he shines. He balances his trademark dark comedy with mass elevations so well. The characters are quirky, dialogues are witty and scenes like the tea stall shooting and bridge fight are designed purely as mass fans moments. Followed by a banger interval block with Dileep just elevates everything and makes us think second half will be bigger.But second half is a different story. Once the Kalpauk family enters, the film becomes static. Same kind of scenes repeat, emotional connect doesn't feel organic like the first part and the confrontations look like Nelson is trying too hard to recreate Jailer 1 moments. The main strength in Jailer 1 is how seamlessly it blends The powerful cameos of Shivaraj Kumar and Mohanlal into the narrative whereas those cameos look forced and bland in Jailer 2. But, the much talked about Hrithik Roshan Cameo worked well. The pre climax feels stretched and climax fight is well executed.Technically, Anirudh is the second hero after Rajini. His BGM is power packed and lifts every elevation, but the songs themselves break the flow. He never missed the opportunity to elevate Thalaivar's aura. Vijay Kartik Kannan's visuals are slick and give a rich look to both Coimbatore and Goa portions. Editing by Nirmal should have been tighter, especially in the last 45 minutes. At 2 hours 45 minutes, the film feels long. At least 10 - 15 minutes could have been trimmed, especially in second half.Jailer 2 Movie: Advantages<ul><li>Rajinikanth Swag &amp; Presence</li><li>Banger Interval</li><li>Nelson Mark Comedy In First Half</li><li>Anirudh BGM</li></ul>Jailer 2 Movie: Disadvantages<ul><li>Repetitive Scenes In Second half</li><li>Cartoonish Villains</li><li>Less Emotional Connect</li></ul>Jailer 2 (2026) : Rating AnalysisJailer 2 works in parts. It rides high on Thalaivar's swag, Nelson's comedy in first half and Anirudh's BGM. But the weak second half and cartoonish villains pull it down. It's a decent one time watch for fans, but it never matches the freshness of Jailer. Considering all these, CineJosh is going with &nbsp;2.75 &nbsp;rating.&nbsp;

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;

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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

As we know, Megastar Chiranjeevi's 'Chiranjeevi Charitable Trust' was launched on 2nd October, 1998. Thereafter, over 70,000 people got saved their lives getting blood from CCT and around 1500 people got vision through Chiranjeevi's Eye Bank. 
Talking about Power Star Pawan Kalyan's 'ISM' book and its ideology in a top TV channel's interview, Chiranjeevi made it clear that he believes in humanism and knows nothing on Pawan Kalyan's 'ISM'. Chiranjeevi also revealed that Mother Theresa has been an inspiration to him for his services to the poor and the needy.

Chiru's Humanism an Answer to Pawan's Ism!