Venkatesh and Rana’s ‘Rana Naidu 2’ gets poor reviews

The first season of “Rana Naidu” created major buzz, marking Venkatesh Daggubati’s OTT debut and receiving heavy promotion from Netflix. Despite the mixed reactions to its bold content and expletive-laden dialogue, the show garnered strong viewership and online chatter. However, the second season failed to generate similar excitement. With minimal promotion and little enthusiasm from […]

13 Jun 2025 8:38 pm
Is Allu Arjun taking over Ranveer Singh’s rejected Shaktimaan?

A couple of years ago, Bollywood buzzed with the announcement of a film adaptation of Shaktimaan, India’s first superhero television series created by Mukesh Khanna. Backed by Sony Pictures, the plan was to develop a grand film trilogy based on the iconic show. Ranveer Singh was initially roped in to play the modern-day Shaktimaan, and […]

13 Jun 2025 4:12 pm
‘Raja Saab’ teaser to present Prabhas in charming avatar

Fans of Prabhas have been eagerly awaiting updates on “The Raja Saab,” a film that began shooting nearly three years ago. Now, the long wait is nearing its end, as the film has entered its final leg of production. The teaser of “The Raja Saab” is set to be unveiled on June 16, with a […]

13 Jun 2025 2:47 pm
Fatima clarifies her comments about South film industry

Bollywood actress Fatima Sana Shaikh, best known for her role in Aamir Khan’s Dangal, has issued a clarification regarding recent reports suggesting she criticized the South Indian film industry. The controversy stemmed from an old interview in which she spoke about encountering the casting couch during her initial visits to Hyderabad. In that interview, Fatima […]

13 Jun 2025 2:05 pm
Anushka Shetty not approached for ‘Khaidi 2’ yet!

Rumors have been going on that Anushka Shetty might join the cast of “Khaidi 2”, the much-anticipated sequel to “Khaidi,” starring Karthi in the lead role. Karthi will reprise his iconic character, Dilli, in this sequel directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj. The film is expected to go on floors later this year. Currently, director Lokesh Kanagaraj […]

13 Jun 2025 12:03 pm
Avika Gor gets engaged to boyfriend Milind Chandwani

Avika Gor, known for films like “Uyyala Jampala” and “Cinema Choopista Mama”, is now officially engaged. The actress shared pictures from her engagement ceremony on Instagram, announcing that she and her boyfriend Milind Chandwani are engaged. Avika said he proposed, and she said yes. She termed it the easiest “yes” of her life. Taking to […]

13 Jun 2025 10:31 am
Akkineni Nagarjuna’s 100th film is all set for launch!

A lot is happening in Akkineni Nagarjuna’s life lately. His two sons – Naga Chaitanya and Akhil Akkineni – recently tied the knot with their respective partners, with the weddings taking place just seven months apart. On the professional front, Nagarjuna has wrapped up two major films. They are “Kuberaa” and “Coolie,” in which he […]

13 Jun 2025 10:09 am
Plane crash tragedy: ‘Kuberaa’ and ‘Kannappa’ cancel events

The tragic plane crash in Ahmedabad has left the nation in shock. The Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, carrying 242 passengers, crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad airport on Thursday. In light of this national tragedy, several Telugu film production houses have chosen to cancel or postpone their planned promotional activities. The grand trailer launch […]

12 Jun 2025 10:07 pm
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Ahmedabad plane crash: Tollywood stars express grief

Nandamuri Balakrishna, NTR, Ram Charan, Allu Arjun, Pragya Jaiswal, Sai Dharam Tej and other Telugu stars expressed shock at the plane crash in Ahmedabad. They offered prayers for those affected. Air India flight AI 171 from Ahmedabad to London, Gatwick, was involved in a crash shortly after takeoff, outside the airport. There were 242 passengers […]

12 Jun 2025 6:11 pm
Producers reveal Kuberaa’s core conflict point

Sekhar Kammula’s much-anticipated pan-Indian film “Kuberaa,” starring Dhanush, Nagarjuna Akkineni, and Rashmika Mandanna, is gearing up for a grand release on June 20, 2025. Produced by Suniel Narang and Ram Mohan Rao, the film is being made as a straight Tamil-Telugu bilingual, with a dubbed Hindi version. The producers revealed that “Kubera”a centers on a […]

12 Jun 2025 4:59 pm
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We are all safe, confirms Nikhil after mishap on set

Actor Nikhil Siddhartha, who is currently juggling multiple projects, is shooting for The India House, a period spy thriller set during the British era. During the filming of an elaborate sea sequence on a blue-mat set in Hyderabad, an unexpected mishap occurred, leading to the collapse of the set and damage to equipment. A video […]

12 Jun 2025 11:44 am
NTR’s ‘Kartikeya’ to begin only in 2027!

NTR and director Trivikram Srinivas are reuniting for an ambitious project. This time they are going to work on a mythological action epic based on Lord Kartikeya, the revered god of war. Touted as a grand spectacle rooted in mythology and packed with intense war sequences, the film promises to showcase NTR in a never-before-seen […]

12 Jun 2025 10:55 am
Gopichand’s first look unveiled from his 33th film

Gopichand is currently headlining his 33rd film, #Gopichand33, an historical drama helmed by director Sankalp Reddy. The director is known for “Ghazi” starring Rana Daggubati. Being bankrolled by Srinivasaa Chitturi under Srinivasaa Silver Screen, with Pavan Kumar presenting, the film is a high-budget movie. The film is progressing at brisk pace. To celebrate Gopichand’s birthday, […]

12 Jun 2025 10:35 am
‘Thammudu’ Trailer: Nithiin promises a banger action drama

Brother-sister sentiment has often proved to be a successful formula at the box office, and Nithiin is now tapping into that emotion with his upcoming film “Thammudu.” Directed by Sreeram Venu, the film’s trailer was launched today, giving audiences a clear sense of its emotional and action-packed core. Set in the fictional village of Ambaragoudu, […]

11 Jun 2025 5:27 pm
Singer Mangli’s birthday party sparks drug controversy

Singer Mangli’s recent birthday celebration has landed in controversy after Cyberabad police reportedly raided a resort near Chevella following a tip-off about drug usage at the event. According to multiple media outlets, the party in question was linked to Mangli, one of Telugu cinema’s most popular playback singers known for numerous chart-topping hits. While the […]

11 Jun 2025 4:44 pm
Naga Vamsi confirms ‘Karthikeya’ film with NTR

Producer Naga Vamsi has officially confirmed that NTR and director Trivikram Srinivas will collaborate on a grand mythological drama based on Lord Kartikeya. In a social media post, Naga Vamsi revealed that the project has been finalized. He hinted at NTR’s role by writing, “My most favourite anna as one of the most powerful gods,” […]

11 Jun 2025 4:35 pm
Ustaad Bhagat Singh: Pawan Kalyan and Sreeleela resume filming

Pawan Kalyan is back on the sets after a brief hiatus. Having wrapped up his portions for the gangster drama “OG,” the actor and Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister has now resumed shooting for director Harish Shankar’s “Ustaad Bhagat Singh.” The film’s regular shoot recommenced on June 10th in Hyderabad. To mark the occasion, the […]

11 Jun 2025 3:32 pm
Suriya begins shooting for Venky Atluri’s next

Tamil superstar Suriya has officially commenced shooting for his next film today. The Telugu – Tamil bilingual is being directed by Telugu filmmaker Venky Atluri. The project is being bankrolled by Sithara Entertainments in association with Fortune Four Cinemas. To mark the beginning of the regular shoot, the team unveiled a poster featuring Suriya with […]

11 Jun 2025 3:05 pm
Trivikram and Allu Arjun’s fallout confirmed

At Telugucinema.com, we were the first to report that director Trivikram Srinivas had initiated talks with Ram Charan for a possible collaboration, shortly after Allu Arjun announced his next project with director Atlee. We also revealed that Trivikram was reportedly upset with Allu Arjun for delaying their planned film, prompting him to explore other options. […]

11 Jun 2025 12:02 pm
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Director A.S. Ravi Kumar Chowdary passes away

Popular Telugu film director A.S. Ravi Kumar Chowdary, best known for “Pilla Nuvvu Leni Jeevitham,” passed away on Tuesday night following a heart attack. Ravi Kumar Chowdary made his directorial debut in 2004 with “Yagnam,” starring Gopichand, which turned out to be a surprise hit. He later collaborated with Nandamuri Balakrishna for “Veerabhadra”, which failed […]

11 Jun 2025 11:17 am
Fan wars erupt: Allu Arjun vs Trivikram vs NTR

Social media has turned into a battleground as fans of Allu Arjun, Trivikram Srinivas, and Jr NTR clash over the speculated shift of Trivikram’s ambitious mythological project from Allu Arjun to NTR. The controversy began after reports suggested that Trivikram, frustrated by Allu Arjun’s indecision, is now in talks with NTR to lead the film. […]

11 Jun 2025 10:18 am
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Manchu Vishnu’s focus is on theatrical business!

Promotions for Manchu Vishnu’s ambitious film “Kannappa” are in full swing, with the trailer set to launch later this week. The film is gearing up for a grand theatrical release. However, the OTT deal for “Kannappa” has yet to be finalized. But Vishnu is not concerned. In fact, he prefers to wait until after the […]

10 Jun 2025 10:42 pm
Balakrishna says snowy weather didn’t scare him

Nandamuri Balakrishna took part in his birthday celebrations at Basavatarakam Hospital, spending time with doctors and patients. This is a tradition he follows every year. Speaking at the event, Balakrishna recalled shooting a key sequence for “Akhanda 2” in the snow-covered landscapes of Georgia. Despite the sub-zero temperatures, he claimed the cold had no effect […]

10 Jun 2025 8:01 pm
Dhanush, Nagarjuna, Rashmika call Kuberaa a ‘special film’

As the release of “Kuberaa” approaches, the film’s lead stars began promoting the film. At the film’s song launch in Mumbai, Dhanush, Nagarjuna, and Rashmika Mandannashared their experiences of working on what they each described as a deeply meaningful and unique project. Directed by Shekhar Kammula, “Kuberaa” was shot extensively in real locations and features […]

10 Jun 2025 6:49 pm
Pawan Kalyan joins the shoot of ‘Ustaad Bhagat Singh’

Pawan Kalyan has resumed shooting for “Ustaad Bhagat Singh,” a project that had been on hold for nearly a year and a half. Production was paused ahead of the recent Andhra Pradesh assembly elections, but the film has now been revived. Director Harish Shankar recently restarted work on the film, with a new shooting schedule […]

10 Jun 2025 6:34 pm
NTR’s look in War 2: Designed as a human machine!

The teaser for “War 2” received mixed reactions upon its release. While neutral audiences viewed it as a generic action drama, some criticized NTR’s appearance, saying he looked rigid and failed to match Hrithik Roshan’s on-screen aura. Now, there’s clarity on why NTR was styled this way. Costume designer Anaita Shroff Adajania, who worked on […]

10 Jun 2025 2:34 pm
Is Anirudh the reason for Kingdom’s postponement?

Vijay Deverakonda’s “Kingdom,” which has already faced two postponements, is set to be rescheduled once again. The film will now miss its planned release date of July 4th. The latest delay is reportedly due to post-production issues. According to industry buzz, music director Anirudh Ravichander has yet to complete the film’s background score. Known for […]

10 Jun 2025 11:16 am
Telugu Film Industry: Revenue woes persist

The Telugu film industry is often hailed as India’s top-performing cinema hub, with fans and producers proudly proclaiming its dominance over Bollywood. The success of pan-Indian blockbusters such as “Baahubali 2” and “Pushpa 2”—currently ranked as the second and third highest-grossing Indian films of all time—has cemented this narrative in the public imagination. Yet behind […]

10 Jun 2025 10:41 am
Keneesha Francis: I am not pregnant

Actor Ravi Mohan recently launched his own production company and will be making his debut as a producer with the upcoming film “BroCode,” where he also plays the lead role. Directed by Karthik Yogi, “BroCode” will feature Ravi Mohan as the lead star, while acclaimed actor S.J. Suryah plays a significant character in the film. […]

9 Jun 2025 10:44 pm
Akhanda 2 Teaser: Nandamuri Balakrishna’s action Thaandavam

The teaser for “Akhanda 2 Thaandavam” was released today, just a day ahead of Nandamuri Balakrishna’s birthday, serving as an early birthday treat for his fans. The teaser unleashes Balakrishna in his fiercest avatar yet. While Balakrishna’s look closely resembles the Akhanda role from the first film, the action sequences this time are even more […]

9 Jun 2025 6:33 pm
Is Vijay Deverakonda’s planning going haywire?

Vijay Deverakonda is going through a rough patch in his career. His recent films have failed at the box office, and it has been a while since he delivered a commercial success. At a time when he desperately needs a strong comeback, uncertainty looms over the release of his next film. Vijay Deverakonda has been […]

9 Jun 2025 4:24 pm
Amazon lays new condition for ‘Hari Hara Veera Mallu’

Just recently, producer Suniel Narang informed the media that an OTT company imposed a strict condition on the release of “Kubera.” According to him, if the makers failed to release the film in June, the OTT platform planned to deduct 10% from the agreed payment. This reflects the current reality for Indian film producers. OTT […]

9 Jun 2025 2:08 pm
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Allu Arjun – Trivikram film: Not shelved, not happening!

There is now clarity regarding the much-talked-about Allu Arjun–Trivikram Srinivas project. The film is not happening. Trivikram has moved on and is currently preparing to direct two new films with other stars, one of them being Venkatesh. So, is the proposed high-budget fantasy flick with Allu Arjun completely shelved? No. The project is not shelved, […]

9 Jun 2025 10:23 am
Box Office: ‘Thug Life’ emerges as one of the all-time disasters

“Thug Life,” the second collaboration between legendary actor Kamal Haasan and acclaimed filmmaker Mani Ratnam, has turned out to be one of the biggest loss-making films for all parties involved. The Tamil film was also released simultaneously in Telugu, Hindi, and Malayalam on a large scale. Kamal Haasan and his team promoted the film aggressively […]

9 Jun 2025 9:58 am
Nithiin’s ‘Thammudu’ to arrive in theaters on July 4

As expected, Naga Vamsi’s production “Kingdom,” starring Vijay Deverakonda, is getting postponed once again. The film has already had its release date rescheduled twice, and now it faces another delay. The producer is infamous for postponing his movies constantly. Taking its place, Nithiin’s “Thammudu” will now hit the screens. Producer Dil Raju had originally planned […]

8 Jun 2025 11:08 pm
HHVM: Udaya Bhanu’s ignorant comment goes viral

When anchors are unaware of a film’s details and try to manage it on stage, things often go wrong. Senior anchor Udaya Bhanu became the latest example of this. She recently hosted an event in Machilipatnam. During the event, director Jothi Krishna was speaking about Pawan Kalyan and the upcoming film “Hari Hara Veera Mallu.” […]

8 Jun 2025 6:41 pm
Samantha is on Abu Dhabi vacation with Raj Nidimoru!

Samantha Ruth Prabhu grabbed headlines recently when she shared a video revealing that she had removed her ‘YMC’ tattoo from the back of her neck. Now, she’s once again in the spotlight after being spotted on vacation. Her latest getaway to the luxurious Anantara Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort in Abu Dhabi has set social […]

8 Jun 2025 3:43 pm
Maruthi promises ‘The Raja Saab’ will meet all expectations

“The Raja Saab,” starring Prabhas, has been in the making for quite some time. Despite the delays, fans remain hopeful, especially since the film presents Prabhas in a refreshing and cool new avatar. In recent years, most of the actor’s films have been either action dramas or fantasy spectacles, and fans have been eager to […]

8 Jun 2025 2:14 pm
Akhanda 2: Thaandavam teaser’s date and time locked

Nandamuri Balakrishna and director Boyapati Sreenu are reuniting for their fourth collaboration: “Akhanda 2 Thaandavam.” The sequel to “Akhanda” is being produced on a lavish scale by Raam Achanta and Gopichand Achanta under 14 Reels Plus banner. The film is presented by Balakrishna’s younger daughter M. Tejaswini Nandamuri. Ahead of Balakrishna’s birthday, the makers have […]

8 Jun 2025 11:21 am
Nandamuri Balakrishna, Gopichand Malineni reunite for ‘NBK111’

Nandamuri Balakrishna and director Gopichand Malineni are teaming up once again. The new project was officially announced today, ahead of Balakrishna’s birthday (June 10). Titled #NBK111, this marks the 111th film in the veteran actor’s illustrious career. Balakrishna and Malineni previously collaborated on the action drama “Veera Simha Reddy.” After that, Malineni ventured into Bollywood […]

8 Jun 2025 11:13 am
Telangana state film chamber slams mindless remunerations

Renowned producer Sunil Narang has been elected as the new President of the Telangana State Film Chamber of Commerce. The newly elected governing council was announced at a meeting held today in Hyderabad. Ravindra Gopala and Uday Kumar Reddy K were elected as Vice Presidents, Sridhar VL as Secretary, Chandra Sekhar Rao J as Joint […]

7 Jun 2025 11:02 pm
OG: Pawan Kalyan wraps entire shooting

After completing the shoot of one film last month, actor-politician Pawan Kalyan has now wrapped another. The shooting of “OG” is complete, with Pawan Kalyan finishing his portions. The team announced the update today on social media, stating: “It’s a wrap for GAMBHEERA. #FireStormIsComing to give you a blast of HIGH and HYSTERIA on the […]

7 Jun 2025 10:26 pm
‘8 Vasantalu’ second teaser unveiled

“8 Vasantalu” is an upcoming romantic drama produced by leading pan-India production house Mythri Movie Makers. The film stars Ananthika Sanilkumar, Hanu Reddy and Ravitheja Duggirala playing the main roles. Directed by Phanindra Narsetti, “8 Vasantalu” had its first teaser released some time ago, and now a new teaser is out. The teaser opens with […]

7 Jun 2025 6:45 pm