Key Facts: Maruthi reeling post-Prabhas' The Raja Saab disappointment, hurting top-star dates.​ Can't revert to double-meaning rom-coms; recent claim of directing Chiranjeevi unlikely.​ Mega fans online urge Chiru for fresh, proven directors over Maruthi.​ Chiru prioritizes Bobby project first, dimming near-term collab odds.​ Director Maruthi's in hot water after Prabhas' big-budget The Raja Saab tanked, slamming brakes on his A-list dreams and trapping him between outdated r

Key Facts: Sharwanand vows no pay for next film with producer Anil Sunkara post-Nari Nari Naduma Murari Sankranti success.​ Won't charge "even a single rupee" until Anil does a big-budget project.​ Bold speech at grand success meet confirms sequel collab.​ Film stars Samyuktha, Sakshi Vaidya, Naresh, Vennela Kishore; directed by Ram Abbaraju.​ Sharwanand's on a victory high after Nari Nari Naduma Murari raked in Sankranti profits, and at the packed success bash, the Charming

Viral claim: Pooja slapped a "star hero" who invaded her caravan on set.​ Fact check: Pooja NEVER said this – no interviews, no statements match.​ Media houses faking quotes, tagging her without proof for clicks.​ She's prepping Vijay's Jana Nayagan, Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai, Kanchana 4, DQ41.​ No misbehavior story from her – pure fabrication. Pooja Hegde's name is blowing up for all the wrong reasons – did she really spill tea on slapping a boundary-crossing star hero wh

Renu Desai went viral after emotional press meet speech on stray dogs and animal rights.​ She denies politics entry rumors: "No interest in joining any party!".​ Clears up "shouting at journalist" clip – it was just security stepping in.​ Shuts down divorce gossip linking it to her bold personality.​ "My talk was only about animal welfare, not personal gain," says passionate Renu. Renu Desai is firing back at all the wild rumors swirling around her after that intense press me

Key Facts: Buyers of Balakrishna's Akhanda 2 are reeling from massive losses—50-60% in Andhra Pradesh, up to ₹5 crore in one area. Industry buzzing for NBK to step up like Pawan Kalyan, who ditched his fee, mortgaged his house, and secretly gave ₹1.5 crore to a struggling buyer. Prabhas backed producers during Radhe Shyam and Adipurush flops; Suriya did the same for Kanguva. Balayya and director Boyapati already cut fees somewhat, but buyers say they still took hefty sums—Boy

Key Facts: Actress Nikita Dutta’s latest photos in an elegant saree have been featured in a new gallery update. The pictures highlight her minimal, sophisticated styling and soft-glam makeup vibe. The shoot credits mention that the look was originally shared on her Instagram. Youth fans are resharing the images, calling her “underrated but effortlessly classy.” Nikita Dutta is serving pure elegance goals in her latest viral gallery feature, where she appears in a beautifully

Key Facts: Radhika Apte has spoken out against the rising trend of graphic violence and gore in Indian films and web series, calling it “deeply disturbing.”​ She says she is not impressed by onscreen bloodshed and doesn’t want to raise a child in a world where such content is treated as entertainment.​ Apte criticised filmmakers for chasing shock value instead of real storytelling, saying extreme visuals are “not storytelling.”​ Her comments came in an interview with The Holl

Key Facts: Akhanda 2: Thaandavam, starring Nandamuri Balakrishna and directed by Boyapati Sreenu, releases as a big year-end sequel but lands a low 2/5 rating.​ The story jumps from local villains to a Chinese general using biowarfare and a virus in the Ganga to break Indians’ faith, with Balayya’s Akhanda returning as the saviour.​ Balakrishna appears in multiple shades, but only one version works, and his impact and intensity are said to be weaker than in the first film.​ C

Key Facts: AR Rahman says he’s a fan of all religions and studied Islam, Hinduism, and Christianity before becoming a Sufi Muslim. He converted to Islam, changing his name from Dilip Kumar to Rahman, inspired by Sufism’s spiritual path. Rahman believes hurting others in the name of religion is wrong and loves how his concerts unite people from different backgrounds. He credits Sufism for uplifting both him and his mother spiritually. Viral quote: “The only problem is killing

Key Facts: Over 40 hot new movies and shows launched on OTT this week from Netflix, Prime Video, Hotstar, Zee5, and more. Genres range from sports action dramas to musical documentaries, animation, social dramas, comedy, and thrillers. Netflix leads with titles like "Bison Kaalamaadan," "Champagne Problems," and "Back To Black." Prime Video drops "After the Hunt," "Elevation," and the much-awaited "Family Man S3" in multiple languages. Jio Hotstar surprises with horror ("Nigh

Key Facts: Karnataka Women’s Commission complaint filed against Bigg Boss Kannada 12 host Kiccha Sudeep and contestants Ashwini Gowda, Rashika. Allegations include caste-based remarks, mistreatment of women, and physical aggression on the show. Sudeep accused of harsh words towards contestant Rakshita and encouraging disrespect. Rashika charged with physically assaulting contestant Malavalli Nataraj. Ashwini Gowda allegedly mocked Rakshita’s caste background using coded langu

Key Facts: Director S.S. Rajamouli faced backlash after comments on Lord Hanuman during the Varanasi event. His emotional reaction to a technical glitch at the event added to the controversy. Old videos resurfaced showing Rajamouli calling Lord Rama "boring," sparking criticism from devotional and Hindutva groups. His silence amid criticism, including comments from BJP leaders, has fueled negative perceptions. Experts say as a filmmaker dealing with Indian mythological icons,

Key Facts: "The Girlfriend," starring Rashmika Mandanna and Dheekshith Shetty, is a major hit with audiences across age groups. The film earned ₹23 crores in India (AP, TS, TN, KA) and ₹7 crores overseas, totaling ₹30 crores worldwide. Praised for strong performances and direction by Rahul Ravindran, the movie has become a blockbuster. Produced by Geetha Arts and Dheeraj Mogilineni Entertainment, with Allu Aravind presenting. The film’s blend of youth appeal and family-friend

Key Facts: Hyderabad police arrested Immadi Ravi, alleged mastermind behind popular piracy sites iBomma and Bappam TV. Ravi reportedly made over Rs 20 crore in 5-6 years by illegally streaming Telugu and other films. Movies were recorded secretly in theaters and sold on Telegram for up to Rs 1 lakh per film. Hyderabad police and top Tollywood stars backed the crackdown on piracy to save the film industry. Ravi ran complex operations from abroad, hiding servers and using multi

TL;DR : Strong industry chatter suggests Dhanush is being considered to direct Rajinikanth in Thalaivar 173 , a project reportedly backed or facilitated by Kamal Haasan’s banner. Fans are stunned by the possibility of this rare superstar-director combo. What’s Happening? Tamil cinema circles are buzzing after reports hinted that Dhanush may step in as director for Thalaivar 173 , the upcoming Rajinikanth project associated with Kamal Haasan’s production network. Though not of

TL;DR:The first week of November is raining new OTT releases — from Shah Rukh Khan’s highly anticipated web debut to a storm of Telugu thrillers, Malayalam dramas, and global originals. Whether you’re into romance, revenge, or realism, there’s something for every binge mood this weekend. 🎬✨ What’s Happening? Streaming platforms across India have dropped a massive line-up to kick off November.Here ’s what’s stealing screens this week 👇 🎭 Netflix: “Dunki Diaries” (SRK Specia

TL;DR:Five years after actor Sushant Singh Rajput’s death, his sister Shweta Singh Kirti has reignited the debate, claiming that multiple psychics told her he was murdered by two people. The post, shared on Instagram, also took a dig at Rhea Chakraborty’s recent cryptic poem, sparking another wave of online theories and emotional reactions. 💔💬 What’s Happening? In a new social media post, Shweta Singh Kirti said she has received “repeated messages from psychics” claiming Su

TL;DR:As Rashmika Mandanna’s The Girlfriend  gears up for release, fans can’t stop speculating — will Vijay Deverakonda show up at the promotional event or premiere? 💫 While neither camp has confirmed it, social media is buzzing with reunion rumours, teasing a real-life chemistry comeback that fans have waited years for. 💞🎥 What’s Happening? The romantic drama The Girlfriend  — Rashmika’s much-hyped solo lead project — is already trending for its emotionally charged traile

TL;DR:The re-release of Baahubali: The Epic has taken overseas audiences by storm, with NRIs flooding social media with praise for its grand visuals, remastered sound, and nostalgic power. The film’s new cut and digital upgrade are drawing crowds even a decade later. 🔥🎥 What’s Happening? The Baahubali franchise, often hailed as the crown jewel of Indian cinema, has roared back into theatres — this time with a digitally enhanced re-release titled Baahubali: The Epic . NRIs a

TL;DR:Director Nelson Dilipkumar is gearing up for a massive multistarrer project featuring Jr NTR and Ram Charan after the success of his upcoming film Jailer 2. Fans are already excited for this highly anticipated collaboration, which is expected to break records in Indian cinema. 🚀 What’s Happening? Director Nelson Dilipkumar, who gained major attention for his work on Jailer, is reportedly planning a big-budget multistarrer with Jr NTR and Ram Charan. The project, which