Eversince celebrity couple Vijay Devarakonda and Rashmika Mandanna participated in the reality celebrity talk show Koffee With Karan hosted by Karan, many articles came in various media outlets covering the contents.However while some of them are authentic, many of them turned fabricated and this triggered various rumours. Following this, Vijay Devarakonda and Rashmika Mandanna decided to take legal action against the media outlets for publishing fabricated news.Team Virosh, filed a cyber complaint against them seeking legal action. In their complaint, they gave the links of the media articles and the alleged false narratives. The statement read "We hope the matter will be investigated in accordance with the law and that the deliberate creation and circulation of misleading narratives, including any coordinated or paid campaigns established through evidence, will be addressed appropriately."It continued "Every identified instance of publishing, reposting or amplifying potentially unlawful content may be examined on its own merits. Appropriate legal remedies will be pursued wherever warranted, in accordance with due process"The statement added "This is not an attempt to restrict genuine opinions or criticism. It is a request for accountability where demonstrably false information or unlawful conduct may be involved. We urge everyone to exercise responsibility while sharing unverified claims and to refrain from presenting speculation as established factEarlier after the intense trolls, Vijay Devarakonda posted "My best friend, my wife, my woman. One of the most beautiful parts of my life that I got absolutely right. For all those concerned, we are both gloriously happy. I am blessed," he wrote.Vijay went on to make it clear that he was unfazed by the criticism, adding, "If it's me and her against the world - so be it. Big love to all those who celebrate love and the simplicity of living happily."He concluded his post with a blunt response to those who continued to criticise them, writing, "Now, with absolutely no intended kindness or respect, everyone else can go f*** themselves. :)) Deverakonda Vijay Sai."Rashmika Mandanna also posted "My lovely people of the internet, to all those who deeply love and to those who are permanently bitter. My lil' 2 cents on this whole issue concerning me and Vijju.""I generally don't address these things because everyone has a right to their opinions. Sometimes, I even enjoy reading them and gaining a different perspective. But the current frenzy over our interview feels less like people having opinions and more like an angry mob looking for someone to vent at."Rashmika added that the discussion had lost sight of what the couple was trying to convey."Somewhere along the way, the whole point got lost. Maybe it didn't fit your lens. Maybe some of you simply don't want to see it. I'm writing this because I want to protect the people who believe in love, and I hope everyone gets to find their own version of it.""We've been bombarded with opinions, comments and unsolicited advice on all our profiles, mine and yours, unnecessarily. The conviction with which people came at us genuinely shook me a little. I was like, WHAT THE FK IS GOING ON?"-- Pramod Nandivada

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Team Virosh takes legal action

Virosh team takes legal action. 

Yash Raj Films (YRF) is coming up with a new romantic entertainer. The makers not only announced the film's title but also the release date. The film starring Ahaan Pandey and Sharwari Wagh is titled Beparwah and is slated for release on 26 March 2027.The film comes with a tagline 'Fearless in Love' and is helmed by &nbsp;Ali Abbas Zafar .The film also stars Aaishvary Thackeray and Bobby Deol in important roles. In the first look poster offers a glimpse into Ahaan Panday and Sharvari’s characters. While the Saiyaara actor is seen dressed in a leather jacket and holding a gun in his bloodied hand. There are a few visible injuries on his face. On the other hand, the Main Vaapas Aaunga actress, who is wearing a top and a skirt, is seen holding on to a guitar, as they rest their heads against each other.In the background Panday can be heard saying, “Beparwah hai ishq, kya karu? Beparwah, beintehaan karu, koi bhi aaye toh... Sab tabah, tabah, tabah karun.” The makers shared the post with the caption, “Fearless in love… #Beparwah in cinemas on 26th March 2027. @ahaanpandayy @sharvari @aliabbaszafar.”- Nirvighn Nandivada &nbsp;

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Beparwah gets its release date

Beparwah release date announced

Balakrishna's upcoming mass action entertainer Dada is progressing at a brisk pace under the direction of Gopichand Malineni. The film is slated for a spectacular release on 24 December 2026 as Christmas special.According to the laatest, it is coming out that the makers are readying to shoot the film's climax. Inside talk is the climax shoot will be starting from the next week. The makers planned high octane action sequence for the climax. It is known that Balakrishna has recovered from his injury. Balakrishna is now ready with full energy for the action sequence in the climax.Kajal Agarwal is the female lead in the film which stars Manchu Manoj &nbsp;in a powerful role. The music for the film is tuned by Thaman. The film bankrolled by Venkata Satish Kilaru under Vriddhi Cinemas.Expectations are high on the project as Balakrishna and Gopichand Malineni earlier came up with the action entertainer Veera Simha Reddy.-- Pramod Nandivada

Dada bracing for climax

Dada gearing up for the climax

Venkatesh and Trivikram are uniting for the first time and the film Aadarsha Kutumbam is attracting the attention of all. The film after numerous delays is releasing on 30 Oct 2026.According to the latest, the film completed its censor formalties. Members of the Censor Board after watching the film passed the film for theatrical screening with U/A certificate. The film's teaser and trailer got good response and according to the sources the film is a thriller with family elements.The film stars Srinidhi Shetty as the female lead. The music for the film is tuned by Thaman. The film stars &nbsp;Devyani Sharma, Yuvina Parthavi, Nivetha Pethuraj, Nara Rohit, Pujita Ponnada, Rao Ramesh, and Brahmaji in important roles.China Babu of Haarika &amp; Hassine Creations is producing the film in a lavish manner. Expectations are high on the project as Trivikram earlier penned crazy dialogues for Venkatesh's blockbuster films.&nbsp; -- Pramod Nandivada

Aadarsha Kutumbam censored

Aadarsha Kutumbam censor completed

Actress Rashmika Mandanna has responded strongly to online trolling after her appearance with husband Vijay Deverakonda on Koffee With Karan Season 9. She said their conversation about marriage was taken out of context and urged people to stop spreading false stories about their relationship.The controversy started after the couple discussed their marriage proposal on the show. Rashmika revealed that Vijay had asked her to bring up marriage 100 times before agreeing to it. The comment triggered criticism on social media, with some users questioning their relationship and offering Rashmika unwanted advice.In her statement, Rashmika said she was happier than ever and would choose Vijay again without hesitation. She explained that he had supported her during difficult times and that outsiders did not know what they had faced together. She also objected to comments targeting her family.Vijay also stood by his wife, sharing pictures of them together and saying they were happy with their decision. He described Rashmika as his best friend and said they would face the world together if needed. Their responses have drawn widespread attention online, with fans showing support for the couple. - Veda

Rashmika Says She Is Happier Than Ever 

Rashmika Hits Back at Trolls Over Marriage With Vijay Deverakonda

A Special Initiative Promoting Natural Living, Preventive Healthcare and Sustainable Well-beingHyderabad, October 2026: Lakshman Arogyagramam, an initiative dedicated to promoting holistic health, healthy living, nutritious food, and physical and mental well-being, celebrated its first anniversary today.The event was graced by Chevella MLA Sri Kale Yadaiah, former CBI Joint Director and HYDRAA Commissioner Sri A.V. Ranganath, Arunodaya Vimalaakka, and Suman TV founder Sri Suman Doody as the chief guests.Several prominent personalities from the film and entertainment industry, including actor Sapthagiri, Kirrak RP, fight masters Ram–Lakshman, and Vandemataram Srinivas, also attended the celebrations and extended their wishes to the organisation.Lakshman Pudi, founder of Lakshman Arogyagramam, said that the organisation is working towards bringing a healthy lifestyle closer to the public, creating awareness about health and encouraging people to adopt healthy habits in their daily lives. He also added, “Lakshman Arogyagramam is spread across 8 acres and we would like small-film directors and producers to consider the village as a venue for their film-related activities. We are ready to provide them with all the necessary facilities free of cost, along with healthy food. This will also give them an opportunity to experience the environment, food and lifestyle practices followed at the Arogyagramam.”Speaking on the occasion, HYDRAA Commissioner A.V. Ranganath said that food consumed by the present generation is increasingly being affected by adulteration and unhealthy practices. He observed that several hotels and restaurants are supplying food without properly following food-safety standards and government regulations, which can have harmful consequences for public health.He mentioned the need for change and said that for the next generation, resources such as clean water and healthy food are more valuable than material wealth. He appreciated initiatives such as Lakshman Arogyagramam for promoting nutritious food and natural farming practices.He further said that the younger generation, particularly Gen Z, should develop greater awareness about the food they consume, pollution control and the importance of using clean and safe drinking water. He urged people to learn and follow healthy practices for a better future.Through its initiatives, Lakshman Arogyagramam aims to create awareness about balanced diets, nutrition, preventive healthcare and the importance of lifestyle changes required for achieving holistic health and well-being.The organisers expressed confidence that the first anniversary celebrations would inspire the organisation to undertake several more health-awareness initiatives in the future and reach a wider section of society.About Lakshman ArogyagramamFounded by Lakshman Pudi, Lakshman Arogyagramam is dedicated to promoting healthy living, nutritious food, holistic health and overall well-being. With the belief that “Health is the greatest wealth,” the organisation encourages people to make healthy habits an integral part of their everyday lives.

Lakshman’s ArogyaGram Celebrates First Anniversary with a Focus on Holistic Health and Wellness

Lakshman’s ArogyaGram Celebrates First Anniversary 

&nbsp;&nbsp;The advance bookings for Ramayana: Rise of a Legend are gaining pace ahead of its November 5 release. Recent trade reports say worldwide pre sales have crossed ₹20 crore. Demand is also growing for premium screenings, with fans keen to watch the mythological film on the big screen.IMAX ticket prices have caught attention, especially in Mumbai. At PVR ICON, Phoenix Palladium, select recliner seats are listed at ₹3,170. In Delhi NCR, some IMAX 3D recliner tickets cost between ₹1,550 and ₹2,400. Prices vary by theatre, showtime and seat, while overseas advance sales are also drawing interest.The Hindi version reportedly has a runtime of three hours and 15 minutes. The film stars Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama, Sai Pallavi as Sita and Yash as Ravana, with Sunny Deol as Hanuman and Ravie Dubey as Lakshman. Nitesh Tiwari directs the two part cinematic adaptation.The songs Jai Jai Ram and Ravana Tandav have added to the buzz, with music by A.R. Rahman and Hans Zimmer. The soundtrack also features orchestral themes. The film is produced by Namit Malhotra and is scheduled for a worldwide theatrical release on November 5, 2026, across premium formats including IMAX 3D. - Veda

Ramayana Witness Strong Pre Sales

Strong Advance Bookings For Ramayana

&nbsp;&nbsp; Actress Keerthy Suresh has spoken about facing insecurity from some male co stars during her film career. In an interview promoting her upcoming series Akka, she said certain actors made her doubt herself when she was working hard to grow in the industry. She later realised their behaviour was not her fault.Keerthy said she had worked with male actors who seemed uncomfortable with a heroine’s success. Their behaviour sometimes affected her confidence, leaving her confused at first. Over time, she understood that the problem came from their own insecurity. Her comments have sparked discussion about how women are treated on film sets.Actress Radhika Apte, who also took part in the conversation, said insecurity among some male actors does exist, but not everyone behaves that way. She pointed out that many people support women as equals. Radhika also said women should not assume that other women will always support them, while noting that more women now work behind the scenes.Akkka stars Keerthy as Bhavani, a powerful gangster, and Radhika as Rudra. Set in the fictional town of Pernuru in 1980s South India, the crime action thriller follows a world where women hold power across generations. Directed by Dharmaraj Shetty and produced by Aditya Chopra’s Yash Raj Films, the series is set to stream on Netflix from October 30. - Veda

Keerthy Suresh Bold Comments About Male Co Stars

Keerthy Suresh Says Some Male Co Stars Feels Insecure

&nbsp;&nbsp; A.R. Rahman has responded to the mixed reactions to the music of Ramayana, saying he has little energy left to follow online feedback after spending so much time creating and refining the songs. He added that some people who criticised the music later changed their opinions.The songs Ravana Tandav and Mangal Rang have sparked debate on social media. Some listeners questioned the musical style, while others defended Rahman’s approach. Mangal Rang, featuring Arijit Singh and Shreya Ghoshal, drew comments about its qawwali like sound and whether it suited the epic’s setting.Ramayana brings Rahman together with celebrated Hollywood composer Hans Zimmer. The two are creating the music for director Nitesh Tiwari’s two part adaptation of the Indian epic. Rahman said working with Zimmer was a valuable opportunity and explained that he had turned down an earlier chance to collaborate with him years ago.The film stars Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama, Sai Pallavi as Sita and Yash as Ravana, with Sunny Deol as Hanuman and Ravie Dubey as Lakshman. Produced by Namit Malhotra, Ramayana: Part 1 is scheduled for a worldwide theatrical release on November 5, 2026. The soundtrack is available in multiple languages. - Veda

Ramayana Music Criticism - Rahman Stands by His Work 

A.R. Rahman Reacts to Ramayana Music Criticism

&nbsp;&nbsp; The much awaited Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan multistarrer, directed by Nelson Dilipkumar, has become a hot topic among Tamil cinema fans. Reports suggest the shooting schedule may change, with some sources pointing to a possible delay. However, there is no official announcement confirming that filming has been pushed to April or May 2027.The film, tentatively called KH x RK, was announced in February 2026 with a promotional video that quickly caught attention on social media. Anirudh Ravichander is composing the music, while Red Giant Movies is backing the project. The reunion has raised expectations because the two veteran actors are sharing the screen again after decades.Both actors have other commitments to complete before joining the project. Rajinikanth is working on Dharman, while Kamal Haasan has his own film and professional commitments. Meanwhile Anirudh's marriage is in November. Nelson must also coordinate their dates and finalise the production schedule. Recent reports have offered different timelines, so the exact start date remains uncertain.An October 2026 report suggested that Nelson was preparing to begin filming in November, with Kamal expected to join in December. This differs from reports suggesting a delay until 2027. Neither the director nor the production house has confirmed a postponement. Fans are waiting for an official update on when the two stars will reunite on set. - Veda

Biggest Multistarrer Might Be Delayed

Is Rajinikanth Kamal Haasan Multistarrer Delayed

&nbsp;&nbsp;Suriya’s upcoming Tamil film Scene has sparked plenty of discussion online after its teaser showed him in an unusual police role. Some guessed that he was playing a blind officer. However, the film’s dialogue writer, Dravid Selvam, has clearly denied the rumour and asked viewers not to trust unconfirmed theories.Directed by Jithu Madhavan, known for Malayalam films Romancham and Aavesham, Scene features Suriya as DSP Indaraj, an unconventional former police officer. He brings together a team of people with unusual personalities to investigate a case. The film mixes crime, action, humour and suspense, according to the director’s description.Nazriya Nazim and Malayalam actor Naslen play important roles alongside Suriya. The supporting cast includes Anandraj, Lal and Raj Priyan. Suriya and Jyotika are producing the film under their banners, while Sushin Shyam is composing the music. The teaser and songs have already sparked discussions among fans on social media.Scene is scheduled to release in theatres on November 6, 2026, during the Diwali season. It will be Suriya’s third film release this year, following Karuppu and Vishwanath and Sons. Fans are hoping the Jithu Madhavan collaboration will bring another box office success, marking hattrick Blockbusters in the same year.- Veda

Is Suriya Playing a Blind Police Officer In Scene

Clarity About Shocking Aspect From Suriya Scene 

&nbsp;&nbsp;Megastar Chiranjeevi may soon enter the OTT space with a celebrity talk show on Netflix. The show is reportedly titled Megaverse and is expected to feature conversations with popular film personalities. The news has created excitement among fans eager to see the Telugu star in a new role.Chiranjeevi has entertained audiences for decades with his films, dance and action scenes. The proposed show may cover his film journey, personal experiences, political career and stories from behind the scenes. However, the title, guest list, episode count and streaming date are yet to be officially announced.According to entertainment reports, Chiranjeevi’s daughter Sushmita Konidela is involved in the project through Gold Box Entertainments, while writer BVS Ravi is reportedly developing the concept. The format is expected to offer relaxed conversations with celebrity guests, giving viewers a closer look at their lives and careers.The reported Netflix project has sparked discussion among Telugu cinema fans, especially after the success of talk shows such as Unstoppable with NBK and The Rana Daggubati Show. Some reports have also mentioned a possible ₹200 crore deal, but neither Netflix nor Chiranjeevi’s team has confirmed the amount. Fans are now waiting for an official announcement.- Veda

Chiranjeevi Netflix OTT Show Title

Get Ready For Chiranjeevi Netflix Show Megaverse

&nbsp;&nbsp; Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna are back in the news after Vijay’s Instagram following count showed zero. The update caught fans’ attention, with some questioning why he does not follow his wife. Rashmika, however, continues to follow Vijay, according to recent reports.The actor’s zero following count means he does not follow any account on Instagram, including Rashmika’s. Some social media posts claimed the couple had unfollowed each other, while others pointed out that the claim was misleading. Their Instagram activity alone does not confirm any relationship problems.The discussion has also brought back attention to the couple’s appearance on Koffee With Karan Season 9. During the episode, Rashmika revealed that she had asked Vijay to marry her repeatedly for a year. Vijay explained that he wanted to be sure about their decision before taking the next step.Their comments on the show have received mixed reactions online, adding to the attention around their personal lives. Still, neither Vijay’s Instagram following count nor fan speculation proves that the couple is facing trouble. Until either actor shares information about the matter, claims about their relationship should be treated as rumours. - Veda

Buzz On Vijay And Rashmika Instagram Activity

What Does Vijay Deverakonda Zero Following Count 

&nbsp;&nbsp; Kamal Haasan’s production house, Raaj Kamal Films International, has reportedly signed a major three film digital rights deal with JioHotstar. The deal covers Dharman, Seyon and Sandiyar. Although the exact amount has not been announced, reports describe it as a record deal for Tamil cinema.Dharman stars Rajinikanth and is directed by Ashwath Marimuthu, with Kamal Haasan producing. Nayanthara, Simran, Raashii Khanna and Sreeleela are among the names linked to the project. Anirudh Ravichander is composing the music. The film is expected to reach theatres in 2027, though its release date remains unconfirmed.Seyon brings Sivakarthikeyan back to Kamal Haasan’s production house after Amaran. Directed by Sivakumar Murugesan, the rural action drama also features Bhagyashri Borse and Kannada actor Raj B Shetty. Santhosh Narayanan is composing the music. The film has attracted attention following updates shared by the makers on social media.Sandiyar completes the reported three film package from Raaj Kamal Films International, but detailed information about its cast, story and release schedule remains limited. The reported OTT deal highlights the growing role of digital streaming rights in Tamil cinema, where major productions can secure streaming partnerships before release and reach audiences beyond theatres. - Veda

Kamal Record OTT Deal With Jio Hotstar

Kamal Haasan Three Film OTT Deal With JioHotstar

&nbsp;&nbsp; Rajinikanth’s Jailer 2 has reportedly collected ₹710.35 crore worldwide in just 11 days, making it the highest grossing Tamil film ever. Directed by Nelson Dilipkumar, the action sequel has crossed the lifetime collection of 2.0, which earned around ₹696 crore worldwide, according to trade reports.The film brings Rajinikanth back as Tiger Muthuvel Pandian, the retired jailer drawn into a fight against dangerous criminals. With returning cast members and several new faces, the sequel has attracted audiences across India and overseas. Strong fan support and its second weekend growth have helped it cross the ₹700 crore mark.According to trade estimates, Jailer 2 has earned ₹466.85 crore gross in India, including more than ₹175 crore from Tamil Nadu. The Telugu states have contributed over ₹85 crore, Karnataka around ₹80 crore, Kerala more than ₹70 crore, and North India above ₹47 crore.Overseas markets have contributed more than ₹250 crore. The film’s worldwide gross is ₹710.35 crore, while its India net collection stands at ₹400 crore. With its record breaking run, Jailer 2 has set its sights on the ₹800 crore milestone. - Veda&nbsp;

Jailer 2 Breaches 700 Crore Mark

Jailer 2 Eleven Days Worldwide Box Office Collection

&nbsp;&nbsp; RP Patnaik reacts to Garividi Lakshmi controversial content. &nbsp;Garividi Lakshmi, a biopic on Uttara Andhra folk singer Garividi Lakshmi, which was released few weeks back is doing good in AP.The film starred Aanandhi in the lead role and is helmed by Gouri Naidu Jammu. The film has a content on how Garividi Lakshmi was promised opportunities in the film industry and how many deceived her. They showed popular music director RP.Patnaik took the tunes from Garividi Lakshmi and left her in the lurch. The scene showed RP.Patnaik promised a chance in films but cheated her.Following this, RP.Patnaik, reacted to the controversy. He said the folksongs of Uttara Andhra is not the property or sole right of few persons. Many songs have been in the region and got popular since thousands of years. He added that he will not stoop low to put the songs of Garividi Lakshmi in his films. He said he met her during Chitram success meet along with the lyricist Kulasekhar and director Teja.He said it was wrong that he met her before he entered the industry. He said that Gouri Naidu kept those scenes in the film and questioned why he didnot meet him and sought his permission. He said producer Viswa Prasad met him and told that they are making a film on Garividi Lakshmi and asked for Telephone interview. He shared " During that time, when I was telling him that I met her after I came to the industry, he interrupted me and asked me to tell that I met her before I came into the industry. I agreed as I don't want to kill the small film"He said however after the release, he understood that people started viewing him as a cheater. All this was wrong and he told that had he knew earlier that they would include them in the film, he wouldn't have given such interview. He said he did his best to take Uttara Andhra songs to next level irrespective of whether they belong to Garividi Lakshmi or others. Uttara Andhra songs donot belong to Garividi Lakshmi.- Nirvighn Nandivada

Garividi Lakshmi controversy: RP Patnaik responds

RP Patnaik reacts to Garividi Lakshmi controversial content

&nbsp;Ravi Babu-Kangana teaming for a horror flick. Bollywood Queen Kangana Ranaut is known for her versatile and impactful performances. Now in a sensational development, it is coming out that Kangana Ranaut will be returning to the Tollywood with a horror flick.Inside talk is she will be teaming with talented director Ravi Babu for this film. Reports are coming that the shooting is already in full swing in a silent manner. Official announcement is not there and one can expect it in the coming days.Kangana Ranaut entered Tollywood and shared screen presence with Prabhas in the film Ek Niranjan directed by Puri Jagannath. This happened 17 years ago and if Kangana is starring in a Telugu film once again it will be a pure delight to all the fans and movie lovers.Kangana Ranaut is currently busy with high profile projects like &nbsp;Circle, Queen 2, Tanu Weds Manu 3 etc.- Nirvighn Nandivada &nbsp;

Bollywood Queen in a Telugu  Horror flick

Ravi Babu-Kangana teaming for a horror flick

&nbsp;&nbsp;Kriti Sanon donot want to be a good girl. Kriti Sanon speaking to scribes shared that she is tired of playing good girl roles. She said “You don't have all amazing opportunities instantly. For a very long time, it was like the good girl. For a long time, the woman is seen from the male gaze. Which is ‘sati savitri’ (good girl), coy, shy, one who has to be saved from the hooligans… never does the wrong thing.”She added “It is refreshing that people are now writing parts that are more real, more human, not necessarily white, human enough to make mistakes and does things that may not be morally right… and I was bored of doing the good girl parts. In life, in general I have the good girl syndrome.”Kriti Sanon starred in films like Bareilly Ki Barfi, Dilwale, Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya, Crew, and more.- Nirvighn Nandivada

Kriti Sanon hates to be a good girl

Kriti Sanon donot want to be a good girl

&nbsp;&nbsp;Vishwak Sen apologises to fans for the photo session chaos. Vishwak Sen is known for his different genre entertainers and he created a niche for himself with his mass films. He endeared himself to all as Mass Ka Das.He is now starring in a film titled Cult. The film is releasing on 30 October in a grand way and the makers are promoting the film leaving no stone unturned. Vishwak Sen himself directed the project. The makers organised a fan meet and a photo session and promised to take photos with each fan.However, many fans thronged the venue and Vishwak Sen couldn't fulfill the desire of the fans as it resulted in utter chaos at the event. Following this Vishwak Sen tendered apologies to the fans and promised to organise another photo session soon. He promised that the next event will be planned well and executed with better crowd management.Cult stars &nbsp;Gayatri Bharadwaj, Tarak Ponnapa, Murali Sharma, Srikanth Iyengar, Karthikeya, Anirudh Bhaskar, Ezy, Yagnya Turlapati, Kabeer Bhartiya, Vishak Nair, and Chepuri Vivek in important roles.- Nirvighn Nandivada &nbsp;

Cult  Chaos: Vishwak Sen apologises

Vishwak Sen apologises to fans for the photo session chaos

&nbsp;&nbsp;What is inside Vrushakarma cave. Naga Chaitanya is starring in a thriller titled Vrushakarma. The film is generating immense interest as it is directed by Karthik Varma Dandu who earlier came up with &nbsp;a horror thriller Virupaksha.Meenakshi Chaudhary is the female lead in the film which is releasing on 4 December 2026. The film stars Sparsh Srivatsava in an &nbsp;important role. Now it is coming out that the makers shot in a cave for 50 days. The makers shared that the shoot happened in Brahmagiri caves and the massive cave was built for more than 50 days and it has three chambers.Director Karthik Dandu shared “The set defines the story, so we did not want to depend on &nbsp;CG. It is one of the main elements of the narrative,”20 minutes of the story takes place in the cave and this turns out to be the intergral part. Naga Chaitanya shared “When I saw Nagendra’s set for the first time, I was completely blown away. I have never attempted such a larger-than-life character before, and d this is my first experience with the mythological thriller genre"- Pramod Nandivada

Vrushakarma cave secret out

What is inside Vrushakarma cave

&nbsp;&nbsp;Ramayana to expand as a standalone film. All eyes are on Namit Tiwari's Ramayana which is releassing on 5 November 2026. The film stars Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi and Yash in the lead roles.It is known that Sunny Deol is playing the role of Lord Hanuman. Now inside talk is the makers are planning to expand Ramayana into standalone film on Lord Hanuman. Even as the second part of the film is under shoot, the spinoff works began. The makers are talking the same with Sunny Deol.A source shares &nbsp;“Hanuman is one of the most important characters in the Ramayana, and there is a lot more to his story than what can be explored within the central narrative.” TThe source added “The idea is to make every film its own story but still connected to the bigger universe. Hanuman has the scale and emotional appeal to carry a film on his own. With Nitesh Tiwari-directed Ramayana: Part 2 now expected to release during Diwali 2028, the makers have time to develop the next chapter of the franchise.”The film will go to sets once, Ramayana 2 is completed.- Pramod Nandivada &nbsp;

Ramayana to expand

Ramayana to expand as a standalone film

&nbsp;&nbsp;Netaji grandnephew demands apology from Fauzi makers. Prabhas' Fauzi directed by Hanu Raghavapudi has been the cynosure of all eyes. The makers on the eve of Prabhas' birthday released a powerful glimpse and also the film's release date. The film will be releasing on 19 March 2027.However, the glimpse landed in huge controversy with the makers showing Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose during his meeting with Adolf Hitler singing praises of the fictional character Prabhas, who is playing the role of a spy.Many felt that it is an insult to the great freedom fighter Netaji. Now, Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose's grandnephew Chandra Kumar Bose demanded apology from the Fauzi makers. He said “Distorting facts and resorting to fiction while dealing with national icons is, I think, a crime.”He continued &nbsp;“Netaji recognised that Germany’s Hitler and Japan’s Hideki Tojo could provide assistance to India’s freedom movement at that juncture.”He added &nbsp;“He vehemently opposed fascism and believed in democracy and people’s democratic rights.” He demanded . “The director should apologise to the people of India and all those who value the country’s freedom struggle.”- Pramod Nandivada &nbsp;

Fauzi Controversy: Netaji grandnephew steps in

Netaji grandnephew demands apology from Fauzi makers

&nbsp;&nbsp; Will Ram Charan fulfill this daring role for fans. Ram Charan during his career did many different genre roles and films. People cannot forget his performances and roles in films like Magadheera, Rangashalam and RRR.He is now all set to star in the direction of Sukumar. He is taking special care in his looks and role in the film. In the meantime, mega fans are dreaming to see their hero to do two powerful roles. They are keen to see him in the role of a powerful gangster with dark shades.Ram Charan didnot do such role till now in his career. If he does such role as a stylish don look, he will break the box office records. It has to be seen which director will show Ram Charan in such role and turn the dreams of his fans into a reality.Ram Charan was last seen in the sports based entertainer Peddi under the direction of Buchi Babu Sana.- Nirvighn Nandivada

Will Ram Charan dare in this role

Will Ram Charan fulfill this daring role for fans

&nbsp;&nbsp;Vijay Devarakonda should introspect immediately. Vijay Devarakonda came up with a period entertainer Ranbaali. The film directed by Rahul Sankartiyan which released amidst huge expectations failed to make an impact. Though Vijahy Devarakonda's performance is praised, it did not show in the result. Vijay Devarakonda should introspect immediately as the film once again proved that a good story is not enough to captivate movie lovers.Though everyone praised his performance, people are unhappy in some aspects. So now he should be careful with the selection of the scripts. For Ranabaali he worked hard for his physique, body language, diction, expressions and action sequences.Rahul Sankartiyan's backdrop and story selection is praised. However, the slow narration and lengthy runtime impacted it. Even the violence during the British rule is exaggerated and many expressed background score could have been strong.Rahul Sankartiyan failed to turn the film to appeal to everyone but Vijay Devarakonda still have crazy offers like Rowdy Janardhana and a project with Shouryuv. Both have different backdrops with one being a rural entertainer and another an emotional love story.Vijay Devarakonda should realise that change of looks, backdrop and action &nbsp;will not guarantee the success. One should have strong story, emotions, racy screenplay for the success.- Pramod Nandivada

What is infront of Vijay Devarakonda

Vijay Devarakonda should introspect immediately

Director Rajamouli Baahubali series films opened Pan Indian market for Telugu films. As a result, Saaho was also made as aMegastar Chiranjeevi's Sye Raa Narasimhareddy has been made as a Pan Indian film and will be releasing in five languages world wide on October 2. Mega Power Star Ram Charan and Young Tiger NTR's RRR is also being made as a pan Indian film and will have a humongous release net year.&nbsp;

If the latest reports are anything to go by, Prince Mahesh Babu is also showing interest to work on a pan Indian film. Reportedly, he has given nod to KGF director Praslhanth Neel's project. Currently, Prashanth is filming KGF Chapter 2. Once the film gets wrapped up, Prashanth will start working on Mahesh Babu's film. And the film is going to be a pan Indian film.

Mahesh Babu to Work on a Pan Indian Film?

Mahesh in a Pan Indian Film?

Janasena chief Power Star Pawan Kalyan showed how influential he is and has proved how instrumental he is when people friendly issues being taken up by him. Apparently, the ruling parties of Telugu states YSRCP and TRS have been shaken up by Janasena chief's latest moves. Here is the story.&nbsp;
Pawan Kalyan formed a team to get 100 days rule of YSRCP government studied. The team gave its detailed report on YSRCP's 100 day rule in the AP state. The other day, Pawan Kalyan convened a press meet and hurled brickbats on the government's blunders in various sectors.&nbsp;
Within no time Janasena chief's press meet was ended, every Tom, Dick and Harry from YSRCP including Vijay Sai Reddy, Botsa Satyanarayana, Roja and Amanchi Krishna Mohan rubbished Pawan Kalyan's allegations on the party's head YS Jagan Mohan Reddy. Those who watched their criticism felt YSRCP was immensely shaken by Pawan Kalyan's strong allegations.&nbsp;
On the other hand, Pawan Kalyan took 'Save Nallamala' movement to another level. Having taken a cue from Janasena chief,&nbsp; Young Tiger NTR, Vijay Deverakonda, Samantha and many other celebs protested against proposed uranium mining at Nallamala forest.
Finally, TRS government, which has been stubborn at uranium mining till some days ago, had to take a resolution against the Uranium mining and the report was sent to the union government.&nbsp;
If at all Pawan Kalyan keeps maintaining the same tempo in selecting right issues to benefit people, he can attain any status he desired in the future.

YCP and TRS Shaken by Pawan at the Same Time

YCP & TRS Shaken by Pawan at Same Time

Haiku(2026) Movie: What's BehindHaiku, a Tamil film starring Aegan, Sri Devi, Femina George in key roles under the direction of Yuvaraj Chinnasamy in releasing on 23 October 2026. Let us find out how &nbsp;director Yuvaraj Chinnasamy impressed movie lovers.Haiku(2026) Movie: Story ReviewHaiku story revolves around a youngster and the happenings in his life when he comes across two beautiful girls in his life and how he deals with the emotional tsunami associated with it. Mano aka Manohar ( Aegan), a team lead in an automobile company starts training the new interns and with the passage of time, he develops a special affection towards a beautiful girl Nivedha (Femina George). As their love blossoms between them, Nivedha comes to know about the past of Manohar.What is Manohar's past, how it impacts the relationship of Manohar and Nivedha, what role Palavakodi aka Kodi (Sridevi Appala), Manohar's friend Nagarjuna (Adhirchi Arun), Nivedha's fiance Arul (Sabareesh Ramachandran), Steve Master (Shiva Aravind), Arun (Subramanian Sethu),Janaki Ram (Jenson Divakar), Mano's father Thangarasu (Mime Gopi) , Kanmani (Indhumati Manikandan) form the interesting part.Haiku(2026) Movie: Artists ReviewAegan performed well in the role of a youngster who experiences different situations in his life and the way his life and behavior changes accordingly. He showed good body language, expressions and emotions as per the situation. Sridevi Appala played the role of an innocent girl who falls in love and then takes a strong decision when faced with a shocking situation. However she has limited screen presence.Femina George performed well and she made an impact with her screen presence and emotional expressions. She captivated all with her expressive eyes. She impressed all with her looks and dialogues. Adhirchi Arjun performed well in the role of the protagonist's friend. He helped the story to move forward with his performance.Others like Adirchi Arun, Subramanian Sethu, Adhiyaman, Mime Gopi, Indhumathi Manigandan performed according to their roles.Haiku(2026) Movie: Technicians ReviewHaiku story is penned by Yuvaraj Chinnasamy. He tried to attract viewers with a romantic story including gen x elements. He starts the narration in &nbsp;an interesting manner and continues in the same manner. The uni dimensional screenplay did not lead to any confusion. Though the story is routine and screenplay also turned out predictable, the emotions he included in the film added value to the narration.He shows the relations and the emotions in a different manner trying to be creative to some extent. The first half highlighted the connection between the lead pair before showing the flashback. While the first half has youthful and entertaining elements apart from few emotional sequences, the second half is loaded with powerful emotions and dialogues. Finally the film comes to a decent ending with the message to the genex viewers to move on from the past relationships.Siddhu Kumar's songs are situational and impressive. The tunes connect chords with the viewers. He added value to the narration with his background music. He with his background music added more power to the soul of the film. The cinematography of Priyesh Guruswamy is good. He turned the youthful triangular love story into a colorful one with his camera angles capturing the natural locations in an appealing manner. The editing of Sakthi Pranesh is decent but there are few drags in the film that slowed the proceedings a bit. Dialogues are effective and impactful. Production values are good.Haiku Movie: Advantages<ul><li>Performances</li><li>Emotions</li></ul>Haiku Movie: Disadvantages<ul><li>Story</li><li>Screenplay</li></ul>Haiku(2026) Movie: Rating AnalysisAltogether, Haiku turns out to be a decent love story. Aegan, Femina George and Sridevi Appala did full justice to their roles and though director Yuvaraj Chinnasamy came up with a routine story and predictable screenplay, the performances made the film watchable to an extent. However, the lack of freshness in the story and screenplay played the spolsort. Little finetuning of the script and interesting and gripping screenplay &nbsp;would have added more impact to the final output. Considering all these aspects, Cinejosh goes with a 1.5 for Haiku.

Haiku Review

418 Movie (2026): What's BehindHorror film 418 has been the cynosure of all eyes as it is presented by star director Prashanth Neel. The reports that the Censor Board asked the makers to tone down the horror elements before certification, The film hit the screens today on 23 Oct 2026. The film's OTT rights have been bagged by Netflix. Let us find out whether 418 really knocked the living daylights out of the viewers.418 Movie (2026): Story Review418 story revolves around a mysterious happenings in the &nbsp;hostel &nbsp;room no 418 and how it impacts the lives of everyone. The new joinees in the MBBS college during admission are asked not avoid venturing into the 418 room while allocating rooms. The mystery deepens when no girls are allowed into the hostel. Where this leads to and how it is connected to the 418 room and what role newcomers Vivek(Suryaraj Veerabhatani), Rohit, Maggie(Sree Viashnav) , beautiful girl Saishaa (Preeti Pagadala), Rachna((Hiranmayee Purushottam), psychiatrist Subhash Patil, warden Ramesh Kumar and others played and what is the secret of Devika (Chaitra J Achar), her husband Mohan &nbsp;played form the crux of the twist.418 Movie (2026): Artists ReviewThere are many unknown faces in the film and they tried their best to take the proceedings forward. Chaitra J Achar impresses, showing variations in her performance. Ramesh Indra is good in the role of the psychiatrist . Suryaraj Veerabhatani is impressive in the role of the medico who has ambitions to become a doctor and who has his own fears about the mystery of the room. Charan, Lakkaraju did justice to their roles. Others like Preethi Pagadala, Shree Vaishnav, Shashank Patil, Kota Jayaram, Goparaju Vijay, Shrikanth Ganesh, Gopi Gavireddy, Dharma Teja Duba, Abhishek Reddy R, Bank Baasha, Satyanarayana Vaddadhi, Recce Naidu, Rekha Nirosha, Sanjana Hardageri, Sreevaani Tripuraneni, Vaani Shalini, T S Rajesh, Nagarani Reddy, Hiranmayi Purushotham, Navaneeth Madishetti performed according to their roles.418 Movie (2026): Technicians ReviewThe story of 418 is penned by Kirtan Nandagouda. Right from the start he did not deviate from the main plot. He established the premise in the starting scene itself and from then on he takes the thrills and scares to the next level with each passing episode. He narrated the story in episode manner to avoid confusion. While the start is racy, the narration pace dips a bit during the college scenes. The college happenings &nbsp;are shown in a natural way though it did not add much value to the proceedings.The screenplay turns racy once the protagonist experiences the scary happenings. The interval bang is well placed and sets the tone for the second half.The second half leads to unraveling of the mystery with the flashback episodes. Some of the scenes however turned tiresome but the director managed to make an overall impact. The director depended on the sound design which is of high standard to scare viewers with jump scares. But at times, they turned repetitive, robbing them off the more powerful and impactful experience.The cinematography of Dinesh Diwakaran created a realistic atmosphere and increased the eerie feel with his camera angles and color combinations. The background score of Venky GG elevated the proceedings to the next level.Avinash's editing could have been better. His editing had the feel of KGF and Salaar. Production values are grand.418 Movie: Advantages<ul><li>Performances</li><li>BGM</li><li>Couple of Twists</li></ul>418 Movie: Disadvantages<ul><li>Repetitive Scares</li><li>Routine Plot</li><li>Predictable Proceedings</li></ul>418 Movie (2026): Rating AnalysisAltogether, 418 turns out to be a decent horror flick. All the actors performed well and with the director Kirtan Nandagouda coming up with an interesting story. He with his &nbsp;screenplay turned the film into a watchable one despite few predictable and routine, repetitive proceedings. A little finetuning of the script, no efforts would have added more firepower.Considering all these aspects, Cinejosh goes with a 2.5 for 418.

418 Movie Review

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.

Crazy Kalyanam Review

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;

Jailer 2 Review

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.

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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.

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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;

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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.

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&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.

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Natural Star Nani's Gang Leader has a decent run in its first weekend. The film raked in Rs.11+ crore share in Telugu states. In the US too, the movie clocked at respectable numbers. 

According to reports, the film minted $737,161 at the end of its first weekend in the US territory. The movie is hoped to breach $1M milestone soon. 

Meanwhile, Gang Leader collected $186,378 through the Thursday premieres and a gross of $162,707 on Friday and $257,270 on Saturday. The film collected $130,860 on Sunday. 

Gang Leader was directed by Vikram Kumar under Mythri Movie Makers. Priyanka Arulmohan is the heroine while senior actress Lakshmi played a key role in the film.

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