“Rrr” star Ram Charan’s 16th film, currently identified as “RC16,” was launched on Wednesday by his father, Telugu-language cinema megastar Chiranjeevi.
The film has been described as one that will take audiences on a “rural, emotional and rustic journey.” It will be directed by Buchi Babu Sana, who won the best Telugu-language film award at India’s National Film Awards for his debut “Uppena” (2021). Sana previously served as a writer and assistant director to “Pushpa” filmmaker Sukumar on hit film “Rangasthalam” (2018).
“RC16” is being produced by Venkata Satish Kilaru for Vriddhi Cinemas and is presented by Mythri Movie Makers and Sukumar via his Sukumar Writings. Janhvi Kapoor (“Mili”) will star alongside Charan. Oscar-winning composer A.R. Rahman (“Slumdog Millionaire”) will provide the music. Chandrabose, who wrote the Oscar and Golden Globe-winning “Naatu Naatu” song in “Rrr” will write the lyrics. Cinematography is by R. Rathnavelu (“Rangasthalam”), editing is by Antony L. Ruben...
The film has been described as one that will take audiences on a “rural, emotional and rustic journey.” It will be directed by Buchi Babu Sana, who won the best Telugu-language film award at India’s National Film Awards for his debut “Uppena” (2021). Sana previously served as a writer and assistant director to “Pushpa” filmmaker Sukumar on hit film “Rangasthalam” (2018).
“RC16” is being produced by Venkata Satish Kilaru for Vriddhi Cinemas and is presented by Mythri Movie Makers and Sukumar via his Sukumar Writings. Janhvi Kapoor (“Mili”) will star alongside Charan. Oscar-winning composer A.R. Rahman (“Slumdog Millionaire”) will provide the music. Chandrabose, who wrote the Oscar and Golden Globe-winning “Naatu Naatu” song in “Rrr” will write the lyrics. Cinematography is by R. Rathnavelu (“Rangasthalam”), editing is by Antony L. Ruben...
- 3/20/2024
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
‘Baby’, a small film, which stars Anand Deverakonda, Vaishnavi Chaitanya, and Viraj Ashwin in lead roles, received phenomenal success as the cult blockbuster movie of this year. The film is directed by Sai Rajesh, and produced by Skn, who previously delivered blockbusters like ‘Ee Rojullo’ and ‘Taxiwala’ under Mass Movie Makers. The passionate producer delivered blockbusters with brothers.
Impressed with the skills of director Sai Rajesh and the kind of massive success he gave, the producer Skn gifted a Mercedes Benz car to the director.
On this special occasion, producer Skn said: “I’m very happy with the massive success of our cult blockbuster ‘Baby’ and I wanted gift something special to my dearest friend and darling director Sai Rajesh. This is a small token of appreciation and love to our director. Thanks to Sai Rajesh for giving a cult film to our banner.”
The success of ‘Baby’ movie is rooted in their friendship,...
Impressed with the skills of director Sai Rajesh and the kind of massive success he gave, the producer Skn gifted a Mercedes Benz car to the director.
On this special occasion, producer Skn said: “I’m very happy with the massive success of our cult blockbuster ‘Baby’ and I wanted gift something special to my dearest friend and darling director Sai Rajesh. This is a small token of appreciation and love to our director. Thanks to Sai Rajesh for giving a cult film to our banner.”
The success of ‘Baby’ movie is rooted in their friendship,...
- 10/4/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
‘Baby’, a small film, which stars Anand Deverakonda, Vaishnavi Chaitanya, and Viraj Ashwin in lead roles, received phenomenal success as the cult blockbuster movie of this year. The film is directed by Sai Rajesh, and produced by Skn, who previously delivered blockbusters like ‘Ee Rojullo’ and ‘Taxiwala’ under Mass Movie Makers. The passionate producer delivered blockbusters with brothers.
Impressed with the skills of director Sai Rajesh and the kind of massive success he gave, the producer Skn gifted a Mercedes Benz car to the director.
On this special occasion, producer Skn said: “I’m very happy with the massive success of our cult blockbuster ‘Baby’ and I wanted gift something special to my dearest friend and darling director Sai Rajesh. This is a small token of appreciation and love to our director. Thanks to Sai Rajesh for giving a cult film to our banner.”
The success of ‘Baby’ movie is rooted in their friendship,...
Impressed with the skills of director Sai Rajesh and the kind of massive success he gave, the producer Skn gifted a Mercedes Benz car to the director.
On this special occasion, producer Skn said: “I’m very happy with the massive success of our cult blockbuster ‘Baby’ and I wanted gift something special to my dearest friend and darling director Sai Rajesh. This is a small token of appreciation and love to our director. Thanks to Sai Rajesh for giving a cult film to our banner.”
The success of ‘Baby’ movie is rooted in their friendship,...
- 10/4/2023
- by Agency News Desk
Ram Charan, the mega power star of Telugu cinema, is on a roll with back-to-back successful and exciting projects. After delivering a stellar performance as Alluri Sitarama Raju in S.S. Rajamouli’s magnum opus Rrr, which became one of the highest-grossing Indian films, he is now gearing up for his next big project with director Shankar, tentatively titled Game Changer. The film is expected to be a pan-Indian project with a huge star cast and budget, and is likely to go on floors soon.
But before that, Ram Charan has another surprise for his fans. He has signed his next film, #RC16, with director Buchibabu Sana, who made his debut with the blockbuster hit Uppena, which was praised for its fresh and engaging story, music and performances. The film also features the versatile and acclaimed actor Vijay Sethupathi, who will be playing an important role in the film. Vijay Sethupathi...
But before that, Ram Charan has another surprise for his fans. He has signed his next film, #RC16, with director Buchibabu Sana, who made his debut with the blockbuster hit Uppena, which was praised for its fresh and engaging story, music and performances. The film also features the versatile and acclaimed actor Vijay Sethupathi, who will be playing an important role in the film. Vijay Sethupathi...
- 7/9/2023
- by amalprasadappu
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Hyderabad, April 20 (Ians) Income Tax (I-t) officials continued searches at the offices of Telugu film production company, Mythri Movie Makers in Hyderabad for a second consecutive day on Thursday.
A team of I-t officials from New Delhi were also searching the residence of Sukumar, who directed movies like ‘Pushpa’, ‘Rangasthalam’ and ‘Arya’.
The I-t officials continued to search residences of Mythri Movie Makers promoters, including Erneni Naveen, Cherukuri Mohan, and Yalamanchili Ravishankar in Jubilee Hills.
The officials were checking records of their financial transactions for allegedly breaking investment regulations by bringing in funds from abroad for the second time in less than four months after December 2022.
The production house is suspected to have funnelled funds from abroad and invested in Tollywood to produce several films.
The I-t raids are happening at a time when the production house and Sukumar are engaged in the shooting of Allu Arjun-starrer ‘Pushap-2’.
Sukumar,...
A team of I-t officials from New Delhi were also searching the residence of Sukumar, who directed movies like ‘Pushpa’, ‘Rangasthalam’ and ‘Arya’.
The I-t officials continued to search residences of Mythri Movie Makers promoters, including Erneni Naveen, Cherukuri Mohan, and Yalamanchili Ravishankar in Jubilee Hills.
The officials were checking records of their financial transactions for allegedly breaking investment regulations by bringing in funds from abroad for the second time in less than four months after December 2022.
The production house is suspected to have funnelled funds from abroad and invested in Tollywood to produce several films.
The I-t raids are happening at a time when the production house and Sukumar are engaged in the shooting of Allu Arjun-starrer ‘Pushap-2’.
Sukumar,...
- 4/20/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Director Sukumar’s explosive blockbuster ‘Pushpa: The Rise’, featuring actors Allu Arjun and Rashmika Mandanna in the lead, led the list of nominations in the Telugu section of the 10th Edition of the South Indian International Movie Awards (Siima) that is scheduled to be held in Bengaluru on September 10-11.
While ‘Pushpa’ got nominated in a whopping 12 categories, Boyapati Srinu’s ‘Akhanda’, featuring Balakrishna in the lead, has got nominated in 10. Anudeep Kv’s ‘Jathi Ratnalu’ and Buchi Babu Sana’s ‘Uppena’ were close behind with eight nominations each.
In the Tamil section, director Mari Selvaraj’s critically acclaimed blockbuster ‘Karnan’, featuring Dhanush in the lead, led the pack with 10 nominations.
Director Nelson Dilipkumar’s action-comedy entertainer ‘Doctor’, featuring Sivakarthikeyan in the lead, got nine nominations while Lokesh Kanakaraj’s ‘Master’ and director Al Vijay’s ‘Thalaivi’, the biopic of former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister J. Jayalalithaa, got seven nominations each.
While ‘Pushpa’ got nominated in a whopping 12 categories, Boyapati Srinu’s ‘Akhanda’, featuring Balakrishna in the lead, has got nominated in 10. Anudeep Kv’s ‘Jathi Ratnalu’ and Buchi Babu Sana’s ‘Uppena’ were close behind with eight nominations each.
In the Tamil section, director Mari Selvaraj’s critically acclaimed blockbuster ‘Karnan’, featuring Dhanush in the lead, led the pack with 10 nominations.
Director Nelson Dilipkumar’s action-comedy entertainer ‘Doctor’, featuring Sivakarthikeyan in the lead, got nine nominations while Lokesh Kanakaraj’s ‘Master’ and director Al Vijay’s ‘Thalaivi’, the biopic of former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister J. Jayalalithaa, got seven nominations each.
- 8/17/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Jr Ntr, who will soon be seen in S S Rajamouli’s ‘Rrr’, will possibly collaborate with ‘Uppena’ fame director Buchi Babu Sana. Now the latest reports suggest that the makers of the upcoming movie will make an official announcement regarding the same. Director Buchi Babu Sana, who made his debut with the movie ‘Uppena’, is […]...
- 3/12/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Jr Ntr, who will soon be seen in S S Rajamouli’s ‘Rrr’, is rumoured to have signed a movie to be helmed by ‘Uppena’ director Buchi Babu Sana. Despite the fact that Ntr has not confirmed any of his upcoming projects yet, these rumours on his probable collaboration with Buchi Babu Sana are making the […]...
- 2/3/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
TollywoodIn an interview with Tnm, actor Krithi Shetty talks about her journey from ads to films, how Bollywood actor Aamir Khan has inspired her and about her dream roles.Rajeswari ParasaWhen the song ‘Ishq Shifaya’ from the Telugu film Uppena was released on YouTube last year, audiences were mesmerised by Krithi Shetty who was in it, and once the movie was out they were impressed with her acting skills. Over the last year, this actor from Bengaluru has been busy with back-to-back projects in Tollywood. She has acted in Uppena, Shyam Singha Roy and Bangarraju. She has three Telugu films coming out as well – Aa Ammayi Gurinchi Meeku Cheppali, Warrior and Macherla Niyojakavargam. And while busy with her film career, Krithi is also simultaneously doing her graduation in psychology. Amidst Krithi’s packed schedule, Tnm caught up with her to talk about her journey from ads to films, how Bollywood...
- 1/31/2022
- by Vidya
- The News Minute
TollywoodThe movie stars ‘Uppena’ fame Vaisshnav Tej and Rakul Preet in the lead roles.Tnm StaffTwitter/ Rakul PreetActor Rakul Preet unveiled the first look posters of her character Obulamma from her upcoming film Konda Polam on Monday. Helmed by filmmaker Krish Jagarlamudi, the film stars actor Vaisshnav Tej opposite Rakul. Along with the release of new posters, the makers also announced that the movie is set to release on October 8 this year. Sharing the posters with fans, actor Rakul said that Obulamma is one of her favourite characters. Revealing further details, Rakul added that she also admires the unbelievable bravery and charisma of her character in the movie. Unveiling the posters, Rakul wrote: “Here she is #Obulamma - my most loved character a shepherd girl of unbelievable bravery, charisma, and a beautiful understanding of love & life! Hope u like it.” According to reports, the film was shot in the forests...
- 8/24/2021
- by AjayR
- The News Minute
TollywoodDirected by Krish Jagarlamudi, the movie is touted to be an adventure drama adapted from a novel written by Sannapureddy Venkata Rami Reddy.Tnm StaffThe makers of the upcoming Tollywood project starring Vaishnav Tej and Rakul Preet Singh announced on Friday that the movie is titled Konda Polam. Directed by Krish Jagarlamudi, the movie is bankrolled by First Frame Entertainments. The title of the film was announced along with a short video of the first look of the film, which has the tagline ‘An Epic Tale Of ‘Becoming’. From the first look video of Konda Polam, it appears that the film is set in the backdrop of a forest, with Vaishnav Tej presented in a raw look. The young hero is seen standing amidst some bushes in a forest at night watching some miscreants. He appears ferocious as he seems set to take on the miscreants using a local method...
- 8/20/2021
- by Rajeswari
- The News Minute
Kollywood The movie is helmed by ‘Master’ fame filmmaker Lokesh Kanagaraj. Tnm StaffFahadh Faasil/ FacebookActor Fahadh Faasil took to social media on Saturday to share a photo of himself along with actor Kamal Haasan. The actor also shared the name of his upcoming movie Vikram in the caption, indicating that he has joined the sets. Recently, the makers unveiled the first look poster of the movie featuring actors Vijay Sethupathi, Fahadh Faasil and Kamal Haasan. The Lokesh Kanagaraj directorial marks the first-time collaboration between the three actors. Fahadh, Kamal and Sethupathi are seen sporting a rugged and intense look in the monochromatic poster. Vikram is one of the most-anticipated upcoming movies since it marks the coming together of three stars from Kollywood and Mollywood. On July 16, the makers announced that the crew had commenced shooting for the project. Raaj Kamal Films International, the production banner bankrolling the project, released behind-the-scenes (BTS) photos from the sets,...
- 7/24/2021
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
TollywoodThe movie, which will be released in Tamil and Telugu, also stars ‘Uppena’ fame Krithi Shetty in a lead role.Tnm StaffFacebookActor Ram Pothineni and director Lingusamy’s upcoming film RAPO19 recently went on floors. On July 19, the makers of the film announced that actor Aadhi Pinisetty has been roped in to play a pivotal role in the movie. According to reports, the actor will be playing the role of the antagonist. Sharing the announcement with fans, Srinivasaa Silver Screen wrote, “Welcome Onboard @AadhiOfficialfor #RAPO19.” In response, Aadhi tweeted, “Thank you for having me onboard. Really excited!” Uppena fame actor Krithi Shetty has been cast as the female lead in RAPO19. The crew commenced shooting for the project earlier this month. On June 25, actor Ram Pothineni announced that he cannot wait for the film to go on floors. The bilingual film marks lead actor Ram Pothineni’s 19th outing. Bankrolled...
- 7/20/2021
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
Tollywood‘RAPO19’ will be released in Tamil and Telugu. Tnm StaffPopular Tollywood actor Ram Pothineni has started shooting for his upcoming film with director Lingusamy, which has been tentatively titled RAPO19. Srinivasaa Silver Screen, the production house bankrolling the movie, wrote on Monday, “Ustaad @ramsayz in shoot mode #RAPO19.” The motion poster also features a photo of Ram Pothineni from the sets. Helmed by filmmaker Lingusamy, the bilingual movie will be released in Tamil and Telugu. On June 25, actor Ram Pothineni announced that he cannot wait for the film to go on floors. Expressing his excitement, Ram Pothineni tweeted, "Final Narration Done & How!!! @dirlingusamy love you sir!! Super duper kicked!!! Roll that camera I say!!! @SS_Screens @ThisIsDSP @IamKrithiShetty (sic).” Actor Krithi Shetty, who rose to fame with the Telugu movie Uppena, has been roped in to play the female lead in the movie. RAPO19 marks actor Ram Pothineni’s 19th outing.
- 7/13/2021
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
Tollywood‘Uppena’ fame Krithi Shetty has been cast opposite Ram Pothineni in the Tamil-Telugu bilingual movie.Tnm StaffFollowing the success of his recently released Telugu film Red, actor Ram Pothineni is gearing up for his next project with director Lingusamy to go on floors . He took to social media on Friday, June 25, to express that he is excited about the upcoming Tamil-Telugu bilingual film, which will be directed by Lingusamy. He noted that after hearing the final narration, he is eager for the film to start rolling. “"Final Narration Done & How!!! @dirlingusamy love you sir!! Super duper kicked!!! Roll that camera I say!!! @SS_Screens @ThisIsDSP @IamKrithiShetty (sic),” Ram Pothineni tweeted. Bankrolled by Srinivasaa Chitturi, the movie marks Ram Pothineni’s 19th outing. The makers of the movie announced on March 5 that actor Krithi Shetty, who made her debut with the Telugu film Uppena, has been cast opposite Ram Pothineni in the movie.
- 6/26/2021
- by AjayR
- The News Minute
CoronavirusMany Kollywood celebrities including Ajith, Rajinikanth and Suriya among others have contributed to the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister’s Public Relief fund (Cmprf).Tnm StaffTwitter/YuvraajActor Vijay Sethupathi contributed Rs 25 lakh to the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister’s Public Relief Fund (Cmprf) on Tuesday. The actor, who is fondly known as ‘Makkal Selvan’ by fans, met Tn Chief Minister Mk Stalin at the Secretariat on Tuesday and handed over the cheque for Rs 25 lakh. Many Kollywood celebrities have come forward and made donations to the state’s relief fund in the second wave of the coronavirus pandemic. On June 5, actor-comedian Soori had met actor and politician Udhayanidhi Stalin and handed over a cheque worth Rs 10 lakh. He also made an additional contribution of Rs 25,000 on behalf of his daughter Vennila and son Sarvan. Members from the Tamil film fraternity such as Ajith, Rajinikanth, Sivakarthikeyan, Shankar, Vetrimaaran, Editor Mohan and his...
- 6/15/2021
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
Film The actor also added that he wasn't sure if he is taking the project as he is still in the early stages of discussions.Subhash K JhaVijay Sethupathi who has currently done two back-to-back villain roles in the Tamil and Telugu blockbusters Master and Uppenu, could soon be pulling off a hat-trick on screen. The actor confirmed that he just been offered a film - Vikram - with Kamal Haasan, to be directed by Lokesh Kanagraj. “They have come to me with the offer. Yes, it is a villain’s role. But let’s see. We haven’t yet worked out the dates, etc. So it would be premature to say I am doing the film,” says Vijay. When asked if he is open to doing more negative roles, Vijay says “Yes, why not? I like exploring the dark side of human nature. By putting all the negative forces...
- 4/15/2021
- by Sreedevi
- The News Minute
Film The actor also added that he wasn't sure if he is taking the project as he is still in the early stages of discussions.Subhash K JhaVijay Sethupathi who has currently done two back-to-back villain roles in the Tamil and Telugu blockbusters Master and Uppenu, could soon be pulling off a hat-trick on screen. The actor confirmed that he just been offered a film - Vikram - with Kamal Haasan, to be directed by Lokesh Kanagraj. “They have come to me with the offer. Yes, it is a villain’s role. But let’s see. We haven’t yet worked out the dates, etc. So it would be premature to say I am doing the film,” says Vijay. When asked if he is open to doing more negaive roles, Vijay says “Yes, why not? I like exploring the dark side of human nature. By putting all the negative forces...
- 4/15/2021
- by Sreedevi
- The News Minute
CinemaThough this may be a gloomy period owing to the pandemic, people can find some cheer with entertainment options online.Tnm StaffEven as Covid-19 cases are going up across the country and many states have once again reduced the occupancy in theatres, quite a few new films have come out on Over-the-Top (Ott) platforms this festive season. April marks the New Year in many states, including south India. Though this may be a gloomy period owing to the pandemic, people can find some cheer with entertainment options online. Here is a list of new south Indian releases on Ott platforms: Jathi Ratnalu Starring Naveen Polishetty, Rahul Ramakrishna and Priyadarshi, this Telugu comedy was a blockbuster theatrical release. Directed by Anudeep, the film follows the story of three young men who go from a small town to Hyderabad. It is streaming on Amazon Prime Video. Joji A crime drama directed by Dileesh Pothan,...
- 4/14/2021
- by Haritha
- The News Minute
TollywoodThe Gireesaaya directorial will star Vaisshnav Tej and Ketika Sharma in the lead roles. Tnm StaffTwitterTollywood actor Vaisshnav Tej, who gained a huge fan-following after playing the lead role in the 2021 Telugu movie Uppena, has now signed a new movie with director Gireesaaya. The movie will star actors Ketika Sharma and Vaisshnav in the lead roles. The untitled project recently went on floors. Production company Svcc, which is bankrolling the project, shared photos from the sets on April 2. Announcing the latest collaboration, Svcc wrote on Twitter, “Happy to announce our next with #VaisshnavTej, has launched formally today with a pooja ceremony. @ketikasharmaa will be the female lead. Direction by @GIREESAAYAClap by @IamSaiDharamTej Camera switch on by #VijayaDurga garu #Vaisshnav3 @BvsnP.” Popular actor Sai Dharam Tej, who has predominantly worked in Telugu movies, attended the puja ceremony of his brother Vaisshnav Tej’s new film. The film is bankrolled by producer Bsvn Prasad,...
- 4/3/2021
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
TollywoodFans gathered at multiple theatres in the Telugu states for the theatrical release of the trailer of ‘Vakeel Saab’, set to release on April 9.Tnm StaffFans of actor-politician Pawan Kalyan thronged the theatres on Monday evening to see their favourite star on the big screen after more than three years as the trailer of his upcoming movie Vakeel Saab was released. In one incident caught on camera, Pawan Kalyan fans at a Visakhapatnam theatre were seen pushing through the doors and rushing into the theatre, resulting in a stampede-like situation. Even as a guard tried to stop them, scores of men were seen jostling and rushing forward, and even breaking a glass partition. A few fans were seen falling on the broken glass before they were helped up and continued to rush into the theatre. The incident reportedly occurred at the Sangam Sarat dual-screen theatre in Vizag. Watch visuals of...
- 3/30/2021
- by Jahnavi
- The News Minute
CoronavirusMinister Talasani Srinivas Yadav said that theatres will stay open, as many people dependent on the film industry have already suffered due to the pandemic. Tnm StaffImage for representation/PTITelangana Cinematography Minister Talasani Srinivas Yadav on Wednesday denied rumours that the government is planning to close theatres in the state. The declaration came a day after the Telangana government announced temporary closure of schools and colleges to contain Covid-19 cases. Noting that the film industry has already suffered huge losses due to the coronavirus pandemic, Talasani said that theatres will continue to function as per the Union government’s Covid-19 guidelines. “Many people (dependent on the film industry) have lost their livelihoods. There are lakhs of people depending on this industry,” Minister Talasani said. Keeping in mind the difficulties of everyone related to the film industry, it has been decided that theatres will remain open, he said, asking people not...
- 3/24/2021
- by Jahnavi
- The News Minute
Cinema'Mumbaikar’ is the Bollywood remake of the popular 2017 Tamil movie ‘Maanagaram’. Tnm StaffTwitter/ Vijay SethupathiKollywood actor Vijay Sethupathi, who is also popularly known as ‘Makkal Selvan’ took to Twitter on Monday to reveal a still from his upcoming Bollywood debut Mumbaikar. The actor is seen with a child in a school uniform who is tied up, keeping in line with the film’s action-thriller theme. #Mumbaikar ☺️@santoshsivan sir. pic.twitter.com/PpOotUuohs — VijaySethupathi (@VijaySethuOffl) March 22, 2021 Mumbaikar, which is the Bollywood remake of 2017 Tamil film Maanagaram is directed, written, edited as well as produced by Santosh Sivan. The actioner will star Vikrant Massey, Tanya Maniktala, Sanjay Mishra, Ranvir Shorey and Sachin Khedkar in pivotal roles. The movie has music by Prashant Pillai, who made his debut as a composer in 2010 with the Malayalam movie Nayakan. Vijay Sethupathi is likely to reprise Munishkanth’s role from the original Maanagaram. The Tamil movie Maanagaram (2017) starred Sri,...
- 3/22/2021
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
CinemaThe film, directed by Sukumar, also stars Rashmika Mandanna. Tnm StaffThe makers of Allu Arjun’s upcoming film Pushpa directed by Sukumar have announced that Fahadh Faasil will play the villain. The film, which will be released in Telugu, Malayalam, Tamil, Kannada and Hindi, has Rashmika Mandanna playing the female lead. Calling Fahadh Faasil ‘Mollywood’s Powerhouse’, production house Mythri Movie Makers tweeted, “Welcoming Fahadh Faasil on board for the biggest face-off.” Pushpa is reportedly set in the backdrop of red sandalwood smuggling. It was recently reported that the latest schedule of the film was happening in Kerala. Shooting so far has taken place in Visakhapatnam, and the Maredumilli forest area of East Godavari. The film's shooting was resumed in November after a long pause due to the coronavirus pandemic. However, it was briefly put on hold again when six members of the film’s crew tested positive for the coronavirus.
- 3/21/2021
- by Jahnavi
- The News Minute
EntertainmentSun Pictures announced the news via a short video on Wednesday.Tnm StaffProduction house Sun Pictures took to Twitter on Wednesday to announce that they will be bankrolling a movie with actor Vijay Sethupathi in the lead. The untitled project will be spearheaded by director Ponram. A short video was released to make the announcement. In the thumbnail of the video, we see a police jeep with a cap and baton, indicating that Vijay Sethupathi might essay the role of a cop in the movie. Music composer D Imman will be taking care of background scores and soundtrack for the movie. Introducing the tentatively titled project as VJS46, the makers wrote, “We are happy to announce Makkal Selvan @VijaySethuOffl's #VJS46bySunPictures directed by @ponramVVS and music by @immancomposer.” Ponram, who is heading VJS46, made his directorial debut with Sivakarthikeyan starrer Varthapadatha Valibar Sangam. The romantic- comedy film was well-received by the audience.
- 3/18/2021
- by BharathiSP
- The News Minute
Tollywood‘Love Life and Pakodi’ is one of the first Telugu films to have a multiplex-only release. Rajeswari ParasaCourtesy..TwitterIn 2021, after the lockdown restrictions were lifted, about 45 Telugu movies were released (until March) across theatres, including blockbusters such as Krack, Uppena and Jathi Ratnalu, and Over-the-Top (Ott) platforms. While some producers chose a direct theatrical release, some opted for Ott platforms such as Amazon Prime Video or Netflix. But there is yet another option that producers are considering — a multiplex-only release for small budget Telugu movies. Take, for example, the small budget movie Love Life and Pakodi, which was released on March 12, and has garnered a decent response. The film's producer, Madhura Sreedhar Prasad, is one of the first in the Telugu film industry to decide that the movie will not be released in single-screen theatres but only in multiplexes. According to him, this is among the few times, if not the first,...
- 3/16/2021
- by Rajeswari
- The News Minute
Tollywood YouTube, TikTok and even meme pages give aspiring actors the visibility that they need.Rajeswari Parasa There are scores of people who are waiting for that ‘okka chance’ to get into the film industry. Traditionally, aspiring actors would visit film studios multiple times to get the attention of directors and stars. But now, a new avenue has opened up — visibility on social media. In recent times, quite a few newbie actors have managed to make their debut on the big screen and Over-the-Top (Ott) platforms through social media after establishing a fanbase for themselves through YouTube, apps like TikTok and even memes. Jai Krishna, a graduate student from Manikonda, Hyderabad, had about 2 lakh followers on TikTok before the app was banned in 2020. The TikTok star recently made his acting debut in the Telugu film Uppena, which released a few days ago. Jai Krishna plays the role of Talimpu, Aasi's...
- 2/23/2021
- by Rajeswari
- The News Minute
KollywoodThe film also has Vijay Sethupathi in the lead, and the video has visuals from the film. Tnm StaffThe makers of Laabam, starring Vijay Sethupathi and Shruthi Haasan, released the first single from the movie 'Yaazha Yaazha' on February 17. The romantic number is sung by actor Shruti Haasan and composed by D Imman. The lyrics for the song was penned by Yugabharathi. The song features visuals of the lead actors from the movie. Actor Vijay Sethupathi tweeted about the release of the movie’s single. #YaazhaYaazha the first single from #Laabam is here https://t.co/YiFceSGMFv An @immancomposer musical @shrutihaasan #SPJhananathan @ramji_ragebe1 @vsp_productions @7CsPvtPte @Aaru_Dir @yogeshdir @YugabhaarathiYb @LahariMusic @proyuvraaj — VijaySethupathi (@VijaySethuOffl) February 17, 2021 Actor Vijay Sethupathi and Sruthi Haasan will share screen space as the lead characters for the first time in Laabam. Vijay Sethupathi plays the role of a social activist in the film. The movie also features Jagapathi Babu,...
- 2/18/2021
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
Propelled by Presidents and Valentines days, and no Super Bowl competition, this weekend showed 40 percent improvement over last week. For the three days, the top 10 will gross about $10.5 million, with all films taking in a little below $12 million.
That comes with several new titles of note, led by “Judas and the Black Panther.” The Daniel Kaluuya-led retelling of the murder of Black Panther leader Fred Hampton came in at #3, leading among debut films. But the biggest factor this weekend is the increase in grosses for nearly all holdovers.
Last year, with Valentine’s Day on Friday, was also a four-day holiday and the all-film total was $156 million.
The best news is the staggering performance of “Detective Chinatown 3.” In its native China, over their new year’s holiday, the film grossed $424 million. That’s an all-time one territory record for any film. Though it comes from an established franchise,...
That comes with several new titles of note, led by “Judas and the Black Panther.” The Daniel Kaluuya-led retelling of the murder of Black Panther leader Fred Hampton came in at #3, leading among debut films. But the biggest factor this weekend is the increase in grosses for nearly all holdovers.
Last year, with Valentine’s Day on Friday, was also a four-day holiday and the all-film total was $156 million.
The best news is the staggering performance of “Detective Chinatown 3.” In its native China, over their new year’s holiday, the film grossed $424 million. That’s an all-time one territory record for any film. Though it comes from an established franchise,...
- 2/14/2021
- by Tom Brueggemann
- Indiewire
As the specialty box office space continues to navigate the digital VOD and day and date waters, numbers are trickling in but, again, they don’t necessarily give a solid reflection of a film’s box office performance as they did in the before-times (aka pre-Covid). On this President’s Day holiday weekend, award season faves like A24’s Minari dropped in approximately 61 markets before heading to PVOD on February 26 while Sony Pictures’ French Exit had a very limited theatrical run. Both films did not reveal solid box office numbers, but the news that they are physically in theaters is a feat in itself.
However, STXfilms’ own awards season pic The Mauritanian directed by Kevin Macdonald opened in 245 theaters and earned an estimated $144K for its 3-day weekend and is projected to bank $170K for the holiday weekend. The film is based on the book “Guantanamo Diary” by Mohamedou Ould Slahi and stars Jodie Foster,...
However, STXfilms’ own awards season pic The Mauritanian directed by Kevin Macdonald opened in 245 theaters and earned an estimated $144K for its 3-day weekend and is projected to bank $170K for the holiday weekend. The film is based on the book “Guantanamo Diary” by Mohamedou Ould Slahi and stars Jodie Foster,...
- 2/14/2021
- by Dino-Ray Ramos
- Deadline Film + TV
ReviewDirected by debutant Buchi Babu Sana, Uppena stars newcomers Panja Vaishnav Tej and Krithi Shetty in the lead roles while Vijay Sethupathi plays the antagonist.Balakrishna GaneshanContent warning: This film has extreme violence. How often does a film rely on one big twist? Well, Uppena (meaning high tide in Telugu), the debut film of director Buchi Babu Sana, banks on one extremely violent and disturbing twist. If inspiration from Malayalam and Tamil films resulted in the creation of Colour Photo, Buchi Babu’s Uppena seems to have crossed international boundaries and taken inspiration from South Korean films involving deeply distressing scenes. (I felt thankful that the director did not explicitly show this disturbing scene.) Uppena stars newcomers Panja Vaishnav Tej and Krithi Shetty in the lead roles with Vijay Sethupathi playing the antagonist. While Vaishnav struggles in his role, Krithi impresses with her performance. Vijay Sethupathi is menacing, to put it mildly.
- 2/14/2021
- by Vidya
- The News Minute
EntertainmentChiranjeevi appreciated the entire team of 'Uppena' and praised Vijay Sethupathi, calling him a versatile actor.Digital NativeMegastar Chiranjeevi attended the pre-release event of upcoming romantic movie Uppena which has Vaishnav Tej and Krithi Shetty in the lead roles. The film also stars Vijay Sethupathi who will be seen as the main antagonist and he is essaying the role of Krithi Shetty’s father. The film marks Vijay Sethupathi’s second role as an antagonist in a row. He played an unapologetic antagonist in Master. In the event, megastar Chiranjeevi appreciated the entire team of Uppena and heaped praises on Vijay Sethupathi calling him a great human being and a versatile actor of the Indian film industry. Chiranjeevi also said he fell in love with Vijay Sethupathi's character (Bhavani) in his recent release Vijay's Master. He added, "During 'Sye Raa' shooting in Georgia, I heard a...
- 2/8/2021
- by Nitinb
- The News Minute
EntertainmentThe plot revolves around a love story set in a fishing hamlet.Digital NativeThe trailer of Telugu movie Uppena has been unveiled online, garnering the attention of film buffs. From the teaser, it is evident that it will be a Romeo-Juliet type love story set in a fishing hamlet. Sources in the know say that it will deal with a sensitive subject in today’s times – caste killings. Uppena is directed by debutant Buchi Babu Sana, the scriptwriter of the hit movie Rangasthalam, and produced by Y Naveen, Y Ravi Shankar and CV Mohan under the banner Mythri Movie Makers and Sukumar Writings. The film was slated for release on April 2 last year, but with the coronavirus scare, it was postponed. Uppena is now all ready to hit the marquee and its release date is set to be February 12. Tollywood megastar Chiranjeevi’s nephew and Sai Dharam Tej’s younger brother,...
- 2/5/2021
- by Nitinb
- The News Minute
TollywoodSeveral of these movies were supposed to release in 2020, but had to be postponed to 2021 due to Covid-19.Rajeswari Parasa2021 is going to be a filmy year for Tollywood and will turn out to be a feast for movie lovers who have been craving for a major theatrical release. Movies ranging from big budget like Rrr to Acharya to everything else, which were halted in the year 2020 due to the Covid-19 pandemic, are going to hit the screens this year. In the last couple of weeks, several of these movies have been coming up with teasers and trailers, and announcing their release dates. Here’s a list of the release dates for the major Tollywood movies coming out in 2021: Uppena: This movie is all set for release on February 12 aiming for the Valentine’s Day crowd. A romantic drama set in the backdrop of a coastal area in Andhra Pradesh,...
- 2/1/2021
- by Rajeswari
- The News Minute
KollywoodThe two were seen together in 'Sangathamizhan'.Digital NativeVijay Sethupathi and Raashi Khanna who were last seen in Vijay Chander's Sangathamizhan are all set to reunite again. Raashi Khanna has been brought in as a replacement to Aditi Rao for Vijay Sethupathi's Tughlaq Durbar. Aditi Rao has allegedly left the project due to clashing dates with another project. Touted to be a political drama, Tughlaq Durbar is being directed by Delhiprasad Deenadayalan. The film's first look poster was released earlier this year featuring Vijay Sethupathi seated on a table and a huge golden coin placed in front of him bearing the film’s title. The film went on floors last year and is only half-complete. It also Parthiban who plays the main antagonist, Manjima Mohan who plays the sibling to Sethupathi’s politician character. Vijay Sethupathi, meanwhile, awaits the release of several of his films, prominent among which is Master,...
- 10/20/2020
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
KollywoodVijay Sethupathi has many films in different stages of production currently. Digital NativeTamil director and actor Cheran’s Thavamai Thavamirundhu was screened on television recently and it went on to receive positive comments. The film about a father’s unconditional love for his children which goes unreciprocated went on to do well at the box office when it released in 2005. Written and directed by Cheran, who also played the lead role, Thavamai Thavamirundhu starred Padma Priya as the female lead. Raj Kiran, Saranya, Senthil Kumar, Meenal, Ilavarasu and Karthick V formed the supporting cast of this flick. The technical crew included Sabesh - Murali for music, M. S. Prabhu for cinematography and B Lenin for editing. While thanking everyone who appreciated Thavamai Thavamirundhu, Cheran rued that his film with Vijay Sethupathi was getting delayed due to unknown reasons. He took to twitter and stated, “The screenplay of my film with...
- 4/7/2020
- by vignesh@thenewsminute.com
- The News Minute
OTTThe actor's last movie 'Hit' was an intense investigative thriller.Digital NativeTollywood actor Vishwak Sen’s next film in the pipeline is Paagal. The shooting of this film was under progress until a few days ago but with the coronavirus scare and the lockdown, it has been stalled. The shooting will resume soon after the lockdown ends. Krithi Shetty, who is awaiting the release of her debut movie Uppena, is in talks to play the female lead in Paagal. The film is directed by debutant Naresh Kuppili with Bekkam Venugopal producing it under his banner. Radhan is part of the technical crew and will be composing the tunes. While Paagal is taking shape, news is in that Vishwak Sen is all set to foray into the Ott platform. He is in talks to play an important role in a web series, according to sources. More details about this...
- 4/4/2020
- by vignesh@thenewsminute.com
- The News Minute
OTTThe actor's last movie 'Hit' was an intense investigative thriller.Digital NativeTollywood actor Vishwak Sen’s next film in the pipeline is Paagal. The shooting of this film was under progress until a few days ago but with the coronavirus scare and the lockdown, it has been stalled. The shooting will resume soon after the lockdown ends. Krithi Shetty, who is awaiting the release of her debut movie Uppena, is in talks to play the female lead in Paagal. The film is directed by debutant Naresh Kuppili with Bekkam Venugopal producing it under his banner. Radhan is part of the technical crew and will be composing the tunes. While Paagal is taking shape, news is in that Vishwak Sen is all set to foray into the Ott platform. He is in talks to play an important role in a web series, according to sources. More details about this...
- 4/4/2020
- by vignesh@thenewsminute.com
- The News Minute
TollywoodThe film's new release date is expected to be revealed soon.Digital NativeVijay Sethupathi, a big star in the Tamil film industry, is playing a pivotal role in the upcoming Telugu movie, Uppena as reported earlier. Earlier, the star had made his debut in Tollywood with a cameo in the magnum opus Sye Raa Narasimha Reddy, in which he had shared the screen space with the megastar Chiranjeevi. However, in Uppena, Vijay Sethupathi will be playing a pivotal role and his look in the film was unveiled on April 1. He is seen sporting a white shirt and dhoti, stylishly sitting on a chair and smoking a cigarette. Reports are that he will be playing the heroine’s dad in Uppena. The shooting of this film began in early 2019 but its progress was slow due to several changes in the script. At one point of time, there were reports that Vijay...
- 4/3/2020
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
TollywoodThe actor's debut film is said to release very soon. Digital NativeTollywood megastar Chiranjeevi’s nephew, Panja Vaishnav Tej is making his acting debut with a film titled Uppena with Krithi Shetty. Panja Vaishnav Dev is also the younger brother of Telugu star Sai Dharam Tej. The shooting of this film has been wrapped up and it is currently in the post-production phase. The film was slated to be released on April 2nd but with the corona virus lockdown, things are very unclear. The film has the Tamil star Vijay Sethupati playing the role of the antagonist . Incidentally, his Tollywood debut was with Chiranjeevi’s Sye Raa Narasimha Reddy. Uppena is directed by debutant Bucchi Babu Sana, the script writer of the hit movie Rangasthalam, and produced by Y. Naveen, Y. Ravi Shankar and Sukumar under the banner Mythri Movie Makers and Sukumar Writings. Krithi Shetty, also a debutant, is...
- 3/25/2020
- by vignesh@thenewsminute.com
- The News Minute
TollywoodThe actor's debut film is said to release very soon. Digital NativeTollywood megastar Chiranjeevi’s nephew, Panja Vaishnav Tej is making his acting debut with a film titled Uppena with Krithi Shetty. Panja Vaishnav Dev is also the younger brother of Telugu star Sai Dharam Tej. The shooting of this film has been wrapped up and it is currently in the post-production phase. The film was slated to be released on April 2nd but with the corona virus lockdown, things are very unclear. The film has the Tamil star Vijay Sethupati playing the role of the antagonist . Incidentally, his Tollywood debut was with Chiranjeevi’s Sye Raa Narasimha Reddy. Uppena is directed by debutant Bucchi Babu Sana, the script writer of the hit movie Rangasthalam, and produced by Y. Naveen, Y. Ravi Shankar and Sukumar under the banner Mythri Movie Makers and Sukumar Writings. Krithi Shetty, also a debutant, is...
- 3/25/2020
- by vignesh@thenewsminute.com
- The News Minute
TollywoodThe teaser of this film was released recently and created a positive buzz among the netizens. Digital NativeIt has already been well publicised that one more actor from the Tollywood megastar Chiranjeevi’s family will be making his acting debut. Vaisshnav Tej, brother of Sai Dharam Tej and nephew of Chiranjeevi, will be making his debut with the upcoming film Uppena. The teaser of this film was released recently and created a positive buzz among the netizens. And now, the debut actor’s cousin and actor Ram Charan Teja has posted a welcome message for his cousin on his social media. "Wishing the Uppena team all the best, Ram Charan wrote, “Big Welcome #VaishnavTej !! U’ll love this journey ... live it to the fullest !!! All the best to #BuchiBabuSana, #KrithiShetty, Vijay Sethupathi, Devi Sri Prasad, Sukumar Writings, Mythri Movie Makers team.” Uppena is directed by debutant Buchi Babu Sana, the...
- 2/22/2020
- by Luke
- The News Minute
BollywoodIt appears that the talks are currently moving in the right direction and very soon an official word is expected.Digital NativeDigital Native Mythri Movie Makers, the production house that has produced several blockbuster hits in Tollywood, is all set to foray into Bollywood. According to sources in the tinsel town, producers Naveen Yerneni and Ravi Shankar recently met Salman Khan’s brother-in-law and producer Atul Agnihotri to discuss the possibility of making a film with the actor. It appears that the talks are currently moving in the right direction and very soon an official word is expected to be out announcing the collaboration of Mythri Movie Makers and Salman Khan. The production house is currently bankrolling the Telugu movie Uppena in association with director Sukumar’s Sukumar Writings. Uppena is directed by debutant Buchi Babu Sana, the scriptwriter of the hit movie Rangasthalam, and produced by Y. Naveen, Y.
- 2/19/2020
- by Luke
- The News Minute
BollywoodIt appears that the talks are currently moving in the right direction and very soon an official word is expected.Digital NativeDigital Native Mythri Movie Makers, the production house that has produced several blockbuster hits in Tollywood, is all set to foray into Bollywood. According to sources in the tinsel town, producers Naveen Yerneni and Ravi Shankar recently met Salman Khan’s brother-in-law and producer Atul Agnihotri to discuss the possibility of making a film with the actor. It appears that the talks are currently moving in the right direction and very soon an official word is expected to be out announcing the collaboration of Mythri Movie Makers and Salman Khan. The production house is currently bankrolling the Telugu movie Uppena in association with director Sukumar’s Sukumar Writings. Uppena is directed by debutant Buchi Babu Sana, the scriptwriter of the hit movie Rangasthalam, and produced by Y. Naveen, Y.
- 2/19/2020
- by Luke
- The News Minute
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