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Pawan Kalyan's OG Creates History in North America Pre-Sales 3 Weeks Ahead of Release Tollywood
BY Sunit Jangir πŸ“° News

Pawan Kalyan's OG Creates History in North America Pre-Sales 3 Weeks Ahead of Release

Los Angeles, September 3 - Power Star Pawan Kalyan's highly-awaited gangster action thriller They Call Him OG is creating havoc at the North American box office even before its theatrical debut. There are still 3 weeks to go before the release of the film, and it has already achieved a remarkable milestone in the North American market. Directed by Sujeeth, OG has crossed $1 million pre-sales gross collection for the North America premiere, which is on September 24, and what makes this feat even more special is that it has become the fastest Telugu film to breach the $1 million mark, according to the official update by the makers. This underscores the massive anticipation surrounding the film. With still three weeks to go before release, trade experts are confident that the film will scale much bigger numbers in the coming days, setting the stage for one of the biggest premiere days for an Indian title in North America. The unprecedented craze can be attributed to Pawan Kalyan's unmatched fan following overseas, coupled with the film’s high-octane teasers and aggressive promotional campaign. The movie is being released by Prathyangira Cinemas in North America, and it has sold over 32,000 tickets as the distributors are witnessing strong demand across multiple locations, ensuring packed houses for premiere shows. OG is touted as a stylish gangster action drama with a global backdrop. The film is backed by DVV Entertainment, the banner behind RRR, further adding weight to its box office expectations. With pre-sales momentum this strong, the industry and trade are buzzing with confidence that OG could be a big blockbuster in NA. Stay tuned...

SSMB29 Buzz: Mystery Deepens Over Rajamouli's Next Globetrotter With Mahesh Babu and Priyanka Chopra As Ambitious Release Plans Revealed Tollywood
BY Sunit Jangir πŸ“° News

SSMB29 Buzz: Mystery Deepens Over Rajamouli's Next Globetrotter With Mahesh Babu and Priyanka Chopra As Ambitious Release Plans Revealed

Hyderabad, September 3 - Maverick director SS Rajamouli's action adventure film with Telugu superstar Mahesh Babu and desi girl Priyanka Chopra, is creating frenzy among the fans over the last few days after the much-awaited update about the first look teaser was announced along with international shoot plans. It is known to all that SS Rajamouli has chosen Kenya as the primary shooting destination, where nearly 95% of the African scenes of SSMB29 are being shot. As the shoot is progressing at a brisk pace, SS Rajamouli, along with producer KL Narayana, met with Musalia W Mudavadi, who is the Prime Cabinet Secretary and Cabinet Secretary for Foreign & Diaspora Affairs of the Republic of Kenya. On Tuesday (September 2), Minister Mudavadi shared a social media post, welcoming the team of SSMB29 and also revealed some details regarding the ambitious release plans of the film, which has reportedly been titled Gen63 and is set against the backdrop of the divine ancient city of Kashi. Kenya this past fortnight became the stage for one of the world’s greatest filmmakers, @ssrajamouli, the visionary Indian director, screenwriter, and storyteller whose works have captured the imagination of audiences across continents. Rajamouli, with a career spanning over two… pic.twitter.com/T1xCGVXQ64— Musalia W Mudavadi (@MusaliaMudavadi) September 2, 2025 It has been revealed that Gen63 will be released in over 120 countries globally, marking it the widest release ever for an Indian title. The minister also said in his post that the film is looking to reach over a billion people worldwide, which would be something out of the world if the makers pulled this off. Apart from the ambitious release plans, Minister Mudavadi also revealed that Gen63 is a 2-part epic saga, and now, that is something which is creating confusion. Time and again, there have been rumours about the plans to release the film in multiple parts, but the reliable Telugu media portals have confirmed that it will be a single-part film, not a franchise. The confusion persists, especially after the revelation by a foreign minister, as the makers haven't made any official statement yet regarding the same. Irrespective of how many parts of Gen63 will be there, the film is expected to take Indian cinema to new heights in terms of scale, budget, and box office performance. Touted as the globetrotter, it is said to be the biggest Asian project with a budget of over 1000 crores. The first look teaser of the movie will be released in November this year, and the plans are to release the movie in the first half of 2027 in multiple languages worldwide. Stay tuned...

Dragon Buzz: Director Prashanth Neel Aims For History Beyond KGF and Salaar With Jr. NTR's Film Tollywood
BY Sunit Jangir πŸ“° News

Dragon Buzz: Director Prashanth Neel Aims For History Beyond KGF and Salaar With Jr. NTR's Film

Hyderabad, August 30 - Director Prashanth Neel is looking to rewrite history with his upcoming film, tentatively titled Dragon with Telugu superstar Jr. NTR. The maverick filmmaker has delivered three back-to-back blockbusters in the KGF films and Salaar, but he aims to take his game to the next level with Dragon. There is no doubt NTR-Neel is among the biggest Indian films in the making, and if the reports are anything to go by, it could become Neel's biggest blockbuster yet. According to a recent report in Hindustan Times, "Prashanth Neel’s next with Jr NTR is his most ambitious and biggest project yet; even bigger than his pan-India blockbusters like KGF and Salaar." Dragon, which is said to be a unique script that hasn't been seen in Indian cinema before, is believed to be a film Neel has dreamt of making from the very beginning, and he found his favourite actor, Jr NTR, to headline this mega movie. The film is being produced by Mythri Movie Makers and NTR Arts, and it is said that there are no budget constraints to mount to film on a scale the filmmaker wants. He is reportedly happy with the way the film is shaping up, as it is progressing beyond what he had even imagined. Dragon has been announced for a June 2026 release worldwide in multiple languages. The first look announcement had been planned for Jr NTR's birthday in May, but it was postponed to make way for NTR's Bollywood debut, War 2, which was released on August 14. Stay tuned...

Highest-Grossing (500 Crore) South Indian Films At The Worldwide Box Office: Rajinikanth's Coolie Joins Elite List at No. 11 Tollywood
BY Sunit Jangir πŸ“° News

Highest-Grossing (500 Crore) South Indian Films At The Worldwide Box Office: Rajinikanth's Coolie Joins Elite List at No. 11

Chennai, August 29 - Superstar Rajinikanth led his gangster action drama Coolie crawl past the 500 crores mark at the worldwide box office, making it only the 4th Tamil film ever to achieve the milestone. The movie had to battle its way to reach the coveted box office mark, despite the record start. Directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, Coolie joins Rajinikanth's own blockbusters - 2 Point 0 and Jailer, along with Thalapathy Vijay's Leo - to emerge as the 4th Tamil title to make its way into the 500 crores club globally. 2 Point 0 remains the biggest grosser with around 700 crores, as Coolie set to finish at 4, behind Jailer (605 crores), and Leo (606 crores). While Coolie brings in the lures for Tamil cinema, it also expands the South Indian cinema's 500 crores club grossers list to 11. This has been dominated by the Telugu film industry with 6 titles in the list, while Kannada has one in the form of Yash-fronted KGF: Chapter 2. SS Rajamouli's groundbreaking blockbuster, Baahubali 2 (2017), remains the biggest South Indian grosser at the worldwide box office with close to 1800 crores gross. It was also the first South Indian blockbuster to become the 1000 crores gross, while its predecessor, Baahubali - The Beginning, was the first to breach the milestone of 500 crores gross in 2015. Overall, Coolie is the 27th Indian film of all time to reach the landmark of 500 crores gross worldwide. The list is dominated by Bollywood with 16 titles, including Aamir Khan's sports drama Dangal, which is the highest-grossing Indian film ever with over 2000 crores collection. Here Are The 500 Crore South Indian Grosser At The Worldwide Box Office (Est.)RankFilm TitleOriginal LanguageTotal WW GBOC1.Baahubali 2 The Conclusion (2017)Teluguβ‚Ή 1788.00 Cr2.Pushpa: The Rule - Part 2 (2024)Teluguβ‚Ή 1742.00 Cr3.RRR (2022)Teluguβ‚Ή 1230.00 Cr4.KGF Chapter 2 (2022)Kannadaβ‚Ή 1215.00 Cr.5.Kalki 2898 AD (2024)Teluguβ‚Ή 1042.25 Cr6.2.0 (2018)Tamilβ‚Ή 691.00 Cr7.Baahubali (2015)Teluguβ‚Ή 650.00 Cr8.Salaar: Cease Fire - Part 1 (2023)Teluguβ‚Ή 617.75 Cr9.Leo (2023)Tamilβ‚Ή 605.90 Cr10.Jailer (2023)Tamilβ‚Ή 604.50 Cr11.Coolie (2025)Tamilβ‚Ή 500.25 Cr**Note: Data as of August 29, 2025 Stay tuned...

They Call Him OG North America Premiere Advance Booking: Pawan Kalyan's Comeback Storm Begins With Bang Tollywood
BY Sunit Jangir πŸ“° News

They Call Him OG North America Premiere Advance Booking: Pawan Kalyan's Comeback Storm Begins With Bang

Los Angeles, August 29 - After the dismal performance of Hari Hara Veera Mallu, the power star Pawan Kalyan is ready to bounce back with a bang. The Telugu superstar has begun showcasing his raw stardom with one of his most highly anticipated films in recent times, They Call Him OG, in advance bookings at the North American box office. Directed by Sujeeth, the gangster action thriller is still nearly 4 weeks away from hitting the big screens, but the pre-sales are already breathing fire as far as the North America premiere is concerned. The pre-sales of OG began on August 27 in NA, and in no time, it has crossed $500K already for the premiere, which is on September 24. During the first hour of pre-sales opening, OG saw record-breaking response, with four shows at Cinemark Dallas selling out in minutes. Seeing the response, 35 premiere shows have already been scheduled at one of the top-grossing Cinemark theatres in Dallas, by distributor Prathyangira Cinemas. The pre-sales exploded as more locations opened the booking, and as per Venky Box Office, it has crossed $500K from nearly 1125 shows over 300 locations and sold over 17,000 tickets. OG is the fastest Telugu title to achieve $500K pre-sales in North America. Prathyangira Cinemas has kept ticket prices as high as $25-$30, as fans fuel a potential blockbuster. Going by the initial trend, OG will be eyeing one of the biggest premiere days in North America for a Telugu film. Trade anticipates that the film might cross $2 million premiere gross, which will be the highest for a Pawan Kalyan-starrer. OG stars Pawan Kalyan in the title role of Ojas Gambheera alongside Emraan Hashmi as Omi Bhau (in his Telugu film debut), and Priyanka Mohan as the female lead. The film revolves around a ruthless don named Ojas Gambheera "OG" who returns to Mumbai following his ten-year disappearance, to reclaim his empire and exact vengeance on the current tyrant, Omi Bhau. It is scheduled to hit the big screen on September 25 in multiple languages. Stay tuned...

Teja Sajja's Superhero Saga Mirai Secures Biggest Names for Nationwide Release Tollywood
BY Sunit Jangir πŸ“° News

Teja Sajja's Superhero Saga Mirai Secures Biggest Names for Nationwide Release

Hyderabad, August 28 - After the big blockbuster success of Hanu-Man, actor Teja Sajja's much-awaited pan-India sci-fi superhero film Mirai is gearing up for a massive release across multiple languages. Directed by Karthik Gattamneni, the film is scheduled for a September 12 debut. To ensure the film reaches a wide audience, the makers have partnered with some of the country's largest distribution companies across major languages. This shows that the team is confident in the content, for which they don't want to miss the opportunity to get a proper release nationwide. Hindi – Dharma Productions, one of Bollywood's leading production and distribution companies, will present the film in the North Indian belt. Tamil – AGS Cinemas, a well-established name in Tamil Nadu, will take charge of distribution in the Tamil market. Kannada – The collaboration of Hombale Films, the powerhouse behind KGF and Salaar, along with VK Films, will handle the release in Karnataka. Malayalam – Sree Gokulam Movies, known for distributing some of the biggest blockbusters in Kerala, has bagged the rights for the Malayalam version. The film is produced by People Media Factory, and with such strong names backing it in every major region, Mirai is set for a wide and powerful release, marking another milestone for Teja Sajja after the success of Hanu-Man. If the content matches the hype, the upcoming film could become another big blockbuster for the young actor. Stay tuned...

Pawan Kalyan's OG Roars in North America as Advance Booking Kicks Off Tollywood
BY Sunit Jangir πŸ“° News

Pawan Kalyan's OG Roars in North America as Advance Booking Kicks Off

Los Angeles, August 27 - superstar Pawan Kalyan's gangster action thriller They Call Him OG, has begun its rampage in the advance booking as it is generating explosive buzz in the US ahead of its September 25, 2025, release. Featuring Kalyan as a vengeful mob boss alongside Emraan Hashmi and Priyanka Arulmohan, the Telugu-language film has its premiere on September 24. Directed by Sujeeth, the OG pre-sales opened on August 27 for the North America premiere, by distributor Prathyangira Cinemas, and the initial response is explosive. It has seen record-breaking advance ticket sales, with four shows at Cinemark Dallas selling out in minutes. Seeing the response, 35 premiere shows have already been scheduled at one of the top-grossing Cinemark theatres in Dallas. Trade analyst reports that only a few pan-India movies were allocated this many shows in Cinemark. Distributors expanded to Canada, pricing tickets at $25-$30, as fans fuel a potential blockbuster rivalling hits like Kalki 2898 AD, highlighting Telugu cinema's growing global appeal. Going by the initial trend, OG will be eyeing one of the biggest premiere days in North America. Trade anticipates that the film might cross $2 million premiere gross, which will be the highest for a Pawan Kalyan-starrer. Currently, there are six Telugu movies (Baahubali 2, Salaar, Devara, Pushpa 2, RRR, Kalki 2898 AD) which grossed over $2 million on their premiere in NA, and OG will be hoping to join. OG stars Pawan Kalyan in the title role of Ojas Gambheera alongside Emraan Hashmi as Omi Bhau (in his Telugu film debut), and Priyanka Mohan as the female lead. The film revolves around a ruthless don named Ojas Gambheera "OG" who returns to Mumbai following his ten-year disappearance, to reclaim his empire and exact vengeance on the current tyrant, Omi Bhau. Stay tuned...

Pawan Kalyan's They Call Him OG: Theatrical Business Sets Huge Breakeven Challenge Tollywood
BY Sunit Jangir πŸ“° News

Pawan Kalyan's They Call Him OG: Theatrical Business Sets Huge Breakeven Challenge

Hyderabad, September 20 - Saaho director Sujeeth's maiden collaboration They Call Him OG with superstar Pawan Kalyan is creating a stir among the fans and trade alike, ahead of its September 25 release. No doubt is the most hyped movie of PK in recent times, and one of the most anticipated Telugu movies of the year. OG, which is a gangster action thriller film, has been in a hot demand in the trade for its theatrical deals. While the theatrical business is yet to be locked, the negotiations have already started. According to the Telugu media reports, the Telugu states' business of OG is reportedly locked at 155+ crores. It is said that Nizam's rights are sold at over 55 crores, while Andhra's are 80 crores, and Ceeded is 22 crores. Including rest of India and overseas rights, the theatrical business of OG is expected to be over 165 crores share, which is higher than the highest-grossing film of Pawan Kalyan. As said, OG will have a huge task in hand, as it will require to gross minimum of 300 crores at the worldwide box office to achieve the break-even target. The film is produced by DVV Entertainment, which also backed SS Rajamouli's blockbuster RRR. OG stars Pawan Kalyan in the title role of Ojas Gambheera alongside Emraan Hashmi as Omi Bhau (in his Telugu film debut), and Priyanka Mohan as the female lead. The film revolves around a ruthless don named Ojas Gambheera "OG" who returns to Mumbai following his ten-year disappearance, to reclaim his empire and exact vengeance on the current tyrant, Omi Bhau. The movie is scheduled to release on September 25 in Telugu, Hindi, Malayalam, Kannada, and Tamil languages. Stay tuned...

Pawan Kalyan's They Call Him OG: All You Need to Know About Runtime and Story Details Tollywood
BY Sunit Jangir πŸ“° News

Pawan Kalyan's They Call Him OG: All You Need to Know About Runtime and Story Details

Hyderabad, August 25 - Powerstar Pawan Kalyan is hoping to conquer the box office with his upcoming gangster action thriller film The Call Him OG, directed by Saaho fame Sujeeth, after facing a major setback with the recently released period action drama Hari Hara Veera Mallu. Produced by DVV Entertainment, OG is undoubtedly the most hyped film of Pawan Kalyan in the last many years, and the makers are doing to good thing by keeping the buzz alive with regular updates. As the movie is nearing its release, its theatrical runtime and plot details have been revealed, which is exciting the fans. In one of the theatres in the US, where advance booking of OG will commence on August 29, the film has been listed with 2 hours and 35 minutes (155 minutes) of theatrical runtime. If this is the final runtime, it is perfect for an action thriller, which requires fast-paced narration to remain engaging. Apart from the theatrical runtime, OG's plot details were also reportedly revealed, which hints at the high-octane action, filled with vengeance. "After vanishing from Mumbai's underworld for a decade, mob boss Ojas Gambheera resurfacesβ€”feared, unstoppable, and with a single goal: to reclaim his empire and exact vengeance on the current tyrant, Omi Bhau. As loyalties fracture and alliances shift, OG reignites a brutal criminal war, confronting both external threats and haunting buried betrayals", the viral plot reveals. OG stars Pawan Kalyan in the title role of Ojas Gambheera alongside Emraan Hashmi as Omi Bhau (in his Telugu film debut), and Priyanka Mohan as the female lead. The music is composed by Thaman S, while cinematography is handled by Ravi K. Chandran and Manoj Paramahamsa, and editing is by Naveen Nooli. The film is scheduled to release on September 25 in multiple languages. Stay tuned...

Megastar Chiranjeevi's 157th Film, Directed by Anil Ravipudi, Gets Official Title Tollywood
BY Sunit Jangir πŸ“° News

Megastar Chiranjeevi's 157th Film, Directed by Anil Ravipudi, Gets Official Title

Hyderabad, August 22 - On the occasion of megastar Chiranjeevi's 70th birthday today, the makers have unveiled the first look and official title of his 157th film. The movie is directed by Anil Ravipudi and produced by Shine Screens and Gold Box Entertainment. ## The makers announced that Mega157 has been titled Mana Shankaravaraprasad Garu, and it also stars Nayanthara as the female lead alongside Catherine Tresa. The first look teaser shows Chiranjeevi dominating the screens as he steps out of his car in style, wearing a black suit and smoking a cigarette, with commandos surrounding him. ## The glimpse concludes with Chiranjeevi descending steps with a gun in hand and then, in another sequence, walking in slow motion alongside a horse through, smoky hill station. The film promises to showcase the megastar in a vintage avatar, in a fun commercial entertainer. ## Though not much is revealed, the film looks lavish in production scale. The makers announced that the movie will be released on Sankranthi 2026, and it will be the superstar's first film since Bhola Shankar (2023) as his Vishwambhara, which was scheduled to release this year, has been postponed to April 2026. ## Meanwhile, Chiranjeevi also has a film each with director Bobby and Srikanth Odela. ## ## Stay tuned...

Blockbuster Rumour About The First Look Teaser of Mahesh Babu and SS Rajamouli's Globetrotter Film, Gen63 Tollywood
BY Sunit Jangir πŸ“° News

Blockbuster Rumour About The First Look Teaser of Mahesh Babu and SS Rajamouli's Globetrotter Film, Gen63

Hyderabad, August 21 - Maverick director SS Rajamouli has raised the bar of Indian cinema with his films, which have received love across the world, and all eyes are now on his next, which is with superstar Mahesh Babu. The movie is carrying sky-high buzz, and the latest rumour will increase it further. ## Rajamouli has kept the details of his next film, which is reportedly titled Gen63, under wraps until recently, when he announced that a very special first look teaser of the movie would be unveiled in November this year. Now, the latest buzz on social media suggests that there is a massive reason behind the film's first look reveal in November.## According to the latest Telugu media reports, Hollywood legend James Cameron, who has directed some of the iconic blockbusters, including the Avatar films, will unveil the first look of Gen63. The legendary filmmaker is expected to be in India around November for the promotion of his upcoming film Avatar: Fire and Ash, which releases on December 19. ## Buzz has it that during his visit to India, Cameron will unveil the first look of Rajamouli and Mahesh Babu's film, touted as a Globtrotter. If the rumours turn true, it will help the movie to generate massive hype in the international markets, which has been growing for Rajamouli since the Baahubali days. ## Gen63 or SSMB29 is said to be a jungle adventure, deeply rooted in the epic Ramayana, with science fiction elements. It is reportedly set in the ancient holy city of Kashi, which is revered for its historical and cultural significance. The title, Gen 63, is reportedly taken from the character of Mahesh Babu, who plays a man from the 63rd generation of a revered lineage, embarking on a quest for rare and powerful artefacts. ## The movie also stars Priyanka Chopra as the female lead alongside Prithviraj Sukumaran as the antagonist. The shoot is currently going on, and the makers are eyeing to release the film in 2026. ## Stay tuned...

Megastar Chiranjeevi's Much-Awaited Vishwambhara Postponed To Next Year; New Release Date Revealed Tollywood
BY Sunit Jangir πŸ“° News

Megastar Chiranjeevi's Much-Awaited Vishwambhara Postponed To Next Year; New Release Date Revealed

Hyderabad, August 21 - Megastar Chiranjeevi's much-awaited fantasy action drama Vishwambhara with Bimbisara director Mallidi Vassishta, has officially been postponed yet again amid endless rumours, pushing its release from the summer of 2025 to the next year. The film, which has already generated massive buzz among fans, was initially slated for a grand January 2025 release before being moved to mid-2025. According to the makers, the delay comes as the team requires additional time to polish the film's heavy VFX work, which plays a crucial role in bringing its larger-than-life vision to the big screen. On August 21, the makers shared a video featuring Chiranjeevi, in which the megastar addressed fans' concerns regarding the continuous delay in the film's release. "The second half of Vishwambhara is driven entirely by VFX and graphics. The delay is a conscious choice to ensure the highest quality. This is a film being made with passion, without cutting corners," said Chiranjeevi. It was then revealed that Vishwambhara will now hit the big screen in the summer of 2026. While the exact date was not revealed, reliable reports say it will hit the screens in April. While fans will have to wait longer for the film's theatrical release, there is still reason to celebrate. The much-anticipated teaser of Vishwambhara, in the form of a special glimpse, will be unveiled on August 21 at 6:06 PM, perfectly timed with the eve of Chiranjeevi's birthday. This launch is expected to serve as a special treat for fans eagerly waiting to catch the first glimpse of the magnum opus, and also to check their reactions on the progress of VFX quality. Directed on a grand scale, Vishwambhara promises to be one of the biggest projects in Chiranjeevi's career, blending fantasy, action, and drama. Written and directed by Mallidi Vassishta and produced by UV Creations, the film stars Chiranjeevi alongside Trisha Krishnan, Kunal Kapoor, and Ashika Ranganath in prominent roles. Stay tuned...

AA22xA6 Update: Baahubali Actress Joins Allu Arjun's Mega Movie With Director Atlee Tollywood
BY Sunit Jangir πŸ“° News

AA22xA6 Update: Baahubali Actress Joins Allu Arjun's Mega Movie With Director Atlee

Hyderabad, August 16 - One of the biggest Indian films in the making is a combination of Telugu superstar Allu Arjun and director Atlee, has a famous addition to its already blockbuster casting, which includes Deepika Padukone, Mrunal Thakur, Rashmika Mandanna, and Janhvi Kapoor. ## According to the latest report by Peepingmoon.com, the makers have roped in South actress Ramya Krishnan, known for her iconic portrayal of Rajamata Sivagami Devi in SS Rajamouli's epic blockbuster Baahubali franchise. She has reportedly been signed on for a prominent role in the action spectacle. ## Set in a parallel universe, AA22xA6 is said to be a high-concept VFX-driven spectacle, to which many national and international artists are attached. To elevate the film's action quotient, Atlee has roped in leading Hollywood stunt choreographers, including Spiro Razatos, who is known for working on Marvel movies and Indian tentpoles like Jawan and War 2. ## The shoot of the film has already commenced in June this year. The filming is currently happening in Mumbai, where Mrunal has reportedly joined Allu Arjun for key action sequences. The movie will be shot throughout the year 2025, as the team has planned a grand theatrical release in late 2025. ## The leading Tamil production house, Sun Pictures is producing this mega-budgeted film which is reportedly carrying the budget of over 600 crores. ## Stay tuned...

Prabhas' The Raja Saab Lands In Legal Trouble Tollywood
BY Sunit Jangir πŸ“° News

Prabhas' The Raja Saab Lands In Legal Trouble

Hyderabad, August 13 - Pan-India superstar Prabhas-fronted romantic horror comedy The Raja Saab has landed in legal trouble, over alleged contractual breaches. The film was already facing a delay, and now, the legal hurdle will further complicate things. ## Delhi-based Ivy Entertainment has filed a case in the Delhi High Court against co-producer People Media Factory (PMF). The production house claims it invested a staggering 218 crore for theatrical and non-theatrical rights, co-presenter credits, and guaranteed returns. ## According to reports, Ivy Entertainment alleged that PMF failed to fulfil several critical commitments, including completing and releasing the film within the agreed timeline, monthly production updates, disclosing how funds were being utilised, delivering agreed materials, and postponing the theatrical release without justification. ## The company has reportedly demanded either a full refund of 218 crores with 18% annual interest or control of the project to complete and release the film themselves to safeguard its substantial investment. The movie is reportedly being made on a 400 crore budget. ## Directed by Maruthi, The Raja Saab is scheduled to release on December 5, 2025, but reliable reports have confirmed that it will be postponed to January 9, 2026. The official confirmation, however, is not been made yet. ## Stay tuned...

Title Revealed For Director SS Rajamouli's Next Globe-Trotting Film With Mahesh Babu Tollywood
BY Sunit Jangir πŸ“° News

Title Revealed For Director SS Rajamouli's Next Globe-Trotting Film With Mahesh Babu

Hyderabad, August 9 - Maverick director SS Rajamouli finally revealed that the first look teaser of his next film with superstar Mahesh Babu will be revealed in November 2025. He promised that the audience around the globe is in for a treat, as it will be a never-before-seen reveal. Now, according to the latest report by Peepingmoon.com, the film has reportedly been titled Gen 63. A name that is taken from the character of Mahesh Babu, who plays a man from the 63rd generation of a revered lineage, embarking on a quest for rare and powerful artefacts. The report further revealed that the movie is deeply rooted in the epic Ramayana, with science fiction elements. It is reportedly set in the ancient holy city of Kashi, which is revered for its historical and cultural significance. Mahesh Babu will reportedly don multiple looks that reflect his character's evolution, while Priyanka Chopra, who plays the female lead, is said to be playing an intrepid explorer. Malayalam star Prithviraj Sukumaran plays the role of the antagonist in this globe-trotting film. The shoot of Gen 63 is expected to be wrapped by the summer of 2026, and the makers are reportedly eyeing for 2027 release in multiple Indian and international languages. Stay tuned...

SSMB29: Director SS Rajamouli Provides A Big Update On His Next With Mahesh Babu and Priyanka Chopra Tollywood
BY Sunit Jangir πŸ“° News

SSMB29: Director SS Rajamouli Provides A Big Update On His Next With Mahesh Babu and Priyanka Chopra

Hyderabad, August 9 - The world is waiting to see what director SS Rajamouli is cooking with his next film, which stars superstar Mahesh Babu along with Priyanka Chopra and Prithviraj Sukumaran, and the wait is going to end soon. ## On Saturday (August 9), the maverick filmmaker finally provided an update and revealed that a never-before-seen first look at his next film will be revealed in November 2025. The Baahubali filmmaker describes the film as a globe-trotter and also shared a pre-look first poster. ## The filmmaker shared a statement, thanking fans for their patience and assured them that they are in store for something very special. "Dear Cinema Lovers in India and around the world, as well as fans of Mahesh, it has been a while since we began shooting, and we appreciate your eagerness to know about the film", Rajamouli said. ## He continued, "However, the story and scope of this film are so vast that I feel mere pictures or press conferences cannot do it justice. We are currently working on something to showcase the essence, depth, and immersive world we are creating. This will be unveiled in November 2025, and we are trying to make it a NEVER-BEFORE-SEEN reveal. Thank you all for your patience". ## While the plot details of the movie, tentatively called SSMB29, have been kept under wraps, Rajamouli's words hint at a grand, ambitious cinematic experience, in line with his reputation for crafting large-scale, visually stunning spectacles. As reported earlier, the movie is a jungle-based adventure with award award-winning cast and crew attached to it. ## MASSIVE DEVELOPMENT... SS RAJAMOULI - MAHESH BABU FILM: FIRST "NEVER-BEFORE-SEEN REVEAL" IN NOVEMBER 2025 – OFFICIAL STATEMENT + POSTER...#GlobeTrotter pic.twitter.com/yCIBYyN5lY— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) August 9, 2025 ## Stay tuned...

Prabhas and Director Hanu Raghavapudi's 'Fauji' Release Date Revealed Tollywood
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Prabhas and Director Hanu Raghavapudi's 'Fauji' Release Date Revealed

Hyderabad, October 15 - Pan-India superstar Prabhas and Sita Ramam director Hanu Raghavapudi teamed up for the first time for a period action drama film, tentatively titled Fauji. The movie has been in production for some time, and reportedly, over 50% shoot has been wrapped up. Produced by Mythri Movie Makers, Fauji's most of filming is expected to be completed in the next two months. Meanwhile, according to the latest Telugu media report, the makers are looking to release the film on August 14, 2026, during the Independence Day weekend. During the recent event, director Hanu Raghavapudi revealed that the first look title of the film will be released this month, most likely on October 23. The release date is also expected to be announced on the same day. Fauji is said to be a period action drama, set against the backdrop of 1940 British India, and is the tale of a warrior who rose from the shadows, emerging from a society that believed war was the only answer to the buried injustices and forgotten truths that history kept hidden from the world. Debutante Imanvi is playing the female lead opposite Prabhas, while veteran actors Mithun Chakraborty and Anupam Kher, and actress Jayapradha, are cast in crucial roles. Meanwhile, after wrapping up Fauji, Prabhas will start shooting for director Sandeep Reddy Vanga's Spirit. Stay tuned...

Producer T. G. Vishwa Prasad Reveals Release Date Plans and The Possible Theatrical Runtime of Prabhas-fronted The Raja Saab Tollywood
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Producer T. G. Vishwa Prasad Reveals Release Date Plans and The Possible Theatrical Runtime of Prabhas-fronted The Raja Saab

Hyderabad, August 6 - Pan-India superstar Prabhas-fronted romantic horror-comedy The Raja Saab is among the most-anticipated Indian movies. Directed by Maruthi, the movie is expected to debut in cinemas worldwide on January 9, 2026, after reports stating it wouldn't be able to meet its December 5, 2025, deadline. ## Prabhas is undoubtedly one of the most bankable Pan-India stars, who can do wonders at the box office if the film is good enough, and considering this, the makers are taking utmost care with the film, be it its release date or the possible length. ## During a recent interview, producer TG Vishwa Prasad revealed the team's current release plan. He said that they are planning to release the movie on January 9, 2026, during the Sankranthi festive weekend. He also mentioned that Bollywood buyers are insisting on sticking with the December 5, 2025, release. ## The producer added that a few songs and some patchwork are yet to be completed as they are expecting to wrap the film by October. Apart from the release date plans, TG Vishwa Prasad also hinted at what could be the final theatrical runtime of The Raja Saab.## He revealed that director Maruthi has shot raw footage of 4 hours and 30 minutes, and the editing team is working on chopping and editing it down to about 2 hours and 45 minutes. It can be said that the final runtime of The Raja Saab will be around 165 minutes, and it might get stretched to around 3 hours. ## The Raja Saab might get a sequel to it, but as confirmed by the producer, it won't be a direct continuation and will explore a different story set in a multiverse-like concept. However, that is something which is unlikely to come anytime soon, if it is with Prabhas only, as he has several films in the pipeline. ## Produced by People Media Factory and IVY Entertainment, the film's plot revolves around a young man who sets his eyes on his ancestral property to ease him out of a cash crunch. It stars Prabhas in the lead role, alongside Sanjay Dutt, Nidhhi Agerwal, Malavika Mohanan (in her Telugu film debut), and Riddhi Kumar. ## Stay tuned...

Box Office: Kingdom Emerges Biggest Premieres Grosser For Vijay Deverakonda In North America Tollywood
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Box Office: Kingdom Emerges Biggest Premieres Grosser For Vijay Deverakonda In North America

Los Angeles, July 31 - Telugu heartthrob Vijay Deverakonda's search for a big box office hit might end soon as his latest spy action drama Kingdom opened to packed theatres across Telugu states and key international markets, heading towards the biggest opening day collection for the actor. ## The Kingdom has already broken the premiere day record for Vijay Deverakonda at the North American box office. The movie kicked off with a bang in international markets, especially in the US, with the premiere day gross collection of over $900K (8.50+ crores), which is an excellent start. ## Shloka Entertainments, which released the film in North America, announced on social media that Kingdom is the biggest premiere grosser for VD with the running gross of $900K+. It is being reported that the film is having excellent night shows with houseful shows in the region. ## Box office trackers note that the major centres across the US and Canada are nearing capacity, which shows the word of mouth is positive, which can also be seen in India. With WOM spreading rapidly, Kingdom could emerge as Vijay Deverakonda's biggest blockbuster internationally. ## Directed by Jersey fame Gowtham Tinnanuri and produced by Sithara Entertainments and Fortune Four Cinemas, Kingdom is being lauded for its technical brilliance and solid performance by Vijay Deverakonda and others. If the initial reception is anything to go by, Kingdom is heading towards a big opening weekend worldwide. ## Stay tuned...

Prabhas' The Raja Saab Release Date Reportedly Postponed; Sets Up A Festive Clash With Thalapathy Vijay's Jana Nayagan Tollywood
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Prabhas' The Raja Saab Release Date Reportedly Postponed; Sets Up A Festive Clash With Thalapathy Vijay's Jana Nayagan

Hyderabad, July 31 - In a major development, Pan India superstar Prabhas-fronted much-awaited horror-comedy The Raja Saab is now reportedly eyeing a new release date. The latest reports suggest that the film, initially scheduled for December 5, 2025, has been postponed due to ongoing post-production work. ## Directed by Maruthi and produced by People Media Factory, the movie will now reportedly be hitting the big screens on January 9, 2026, setting up a mega festive clash with Thalapathy Vijay's political action drama Jana Nayagan, which is already locked for the same weekend during the Pongal/Sankranti holiday frame. ## The Raja Saab marks a unique blend of horror, romance, and mass commercial entertainment. With Prabhas stepping into a lighter, more humorous avatar after a string of high-octane action roles, the film has generated considerable curiosity. However, due to the heavy reliance on VFX, the post-production is taking time, which pushed the makers to consider a new release date. ## The movie was already in a huge clash if it had stuck to a December 5, 2025, release. There are Ranveer Singh's hugely anticipated Dhurandhar and Shahid Kapoor's Romeo, which are scheduled to hit theatres on the same date. While the clash might still affect, The Raja Saab is now relatively safe when it comes to the Hindi market, which has been a major contributor to Prabhas' films since Baahubali. ## The plot revolves around a young man, who sets his eyes on his ancestral property to ease him out of a cash crunch. It stars Prabhas, alongside Sanjay Dutt, Nidhhi Agerwal, Malavika Mohanan (in her Telugu film debut), Riddhi Kumar, Jisshu Sengupta, Boman Irani, Zarina Wahab, Brahmanandam, and Samuthirakani, in key roles. ## Stay tuned...

Kingdom First Day Advance Booking: Set for the Biggest Opening at the Worldwide Box Office for Vijay Deverakonda Tollywood
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Kingdom First Day Advance Booking: Set for the Biggest Opening at the Worldwide Box Office for Vijay Deverakonda

Mumbai, July 30 - Vijay Deverakonda’s much-awaited spy action thriller Kingdom is heading towards an excellent start at the box office. Directed by Gowtam Tinnanuri, the film has generated significant excitement across India and overseas, especially after the trailer, which has garnered widespread praise. ## The advance booking of the Kingdom opened a couple of days ago, and the trend has been very good. The opening-day pre-sales (including paid premieres) of the movie are around 17 crores gross worldwide, including approximately 7 crores from overseas markets, which is reportedly the biggest for a non-superstar Telugu film in recent times. ## From surging ticket sales on BookMyShow to record-breaking North American pre-sales, Kingdom is capitalising on its gripping storyline, star power, and wide multi-language release strategy. The USA premiere pre-sales are $485K from around 800 shows, with one of the best occupancies in recent times. ## Kingdom Set To Be Vijay Deverakonda's Biggest Openers ## The final opening day pre-sales of Kingdom finished 17 crores gross, including the premiere. These bookings will be big enough to score the biggest opening for Vijay Deverakonda. The actor's current biggest opener is Kushi, which scored nearly 26 crores gross worldwide. ## Kingdom is expected to open with 30+ crores gross worldwide, and this could go higher if the word of mouth is positive. The movie is sure to rank among the top 5 biggest openings for a Telugu title of the year, and if things go right, it may also finish as the top 3 biggest openers. ## About Kingdom Movie ## Directed by Gowtam Tinnanuri and produced by Naga Vamsi and Sai Soujanya under the banners of Sithara Entertainments and Fortune Four Cinemas, the film also stars Satyadev and Bhagyashri Borse in prominent roles. The official plot details have been kept under wraps. It is scheduled to release on July 31st in multiple languages. ## Stay tuned...

Mahavatar Narsimha Vs Hari Hara Veera Mallu First Monday Box Office: Animated Blockbuster Stuns Pawan Kalyan-starrer With 3x More Collection Tollywood
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Mahavatar Narsimha Vs Hari Hara Veera Mallu First Monday Box Office: Animated Blockbuster Stuns Pawan Kalyan-starrer With 3x More Collection

Hyderabad, July 29 - In the shocking turn of events, Kaleem Productions and Hombale Films' low-budget animated epic action drama Mahavatar Narsimha has stunned superstar Pawan Kalyan-fronted period action drama Hari Hara Veera Mallu at the domestic box office on their respective first Mondays. ## Released on July 25, the first chapter in the ambitious Mahavatar Cinematic Universe is rewriting the rules, registering a Monday collection (Day 4) of approximately 7.25 crore gross domestically, which is more than triple the 2.25 crore gross earned by Hari Hara Veera Mallu on its first Monday (Day 5). ## Even though there is no comparison between the two movies, as the scale and budget of Hari Hara Veera Mallu are much higher than the animated film, the former had a shocking collapse after an underwhelming opening weekend. This once again proved the power of word of mouth and the unpredictable, harsh reality of the box office. ## Directed by Krish Jagarlamudi and A. M. Jyothi Krishna, Hari Hara Veera Mallu was envisioned as a grand period saga starring one of Telugu cinema’s biggest superstars. However, the film's inability to maintain momentum beyond the opening day highlights the fickle nature of box office performance and the increasing influence of word of mouth. In 5 days so far, the movie has grossed approximately 91 crores, after taking the opening of 55 crores domestically.## In stark contrast, Mahavatar Narsimha is turning out to be a sleeper success story. After opening at 2.10 crore gross, the film saw explosive weekend growth, collecting 19 crore in three days. The rock-solid Monday performance has taken its total to 26.25 crore gross in just four days. With strong legs and surging demand, the film is racing towards the 50 crore milestone β€” an incredible feat for an animated feature in India. ## Stay tuned...

Anirudh Ravichander Reviews Rajinikanth's Much-Awaited 'Coolie' And Vijay Deverakonda's 'Kingdom' Tollywood
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Anirudh Ravichander Reviews Rajinikanth's Much-Awaited 'Coolie' And Vijay Deverakonda's 'Kingdom'

Hyderabad, July 29 - Superstar musician Anirudh Ravichandar has lately been the voice of blockbuster films, not just with his music, but also with his reactions to them. Whenever he has felt good about his movies, he has reviewed them on social media with some fire emojis or other expressions of enthusiasm. ## Anirudh currently has two major projects scheduled for release in the next couple of weeks. First is Vijay Deverakonda's action thriller Kingdom on July 31st, followed by superstar Rajinikanth's hugely anticipated gangster action drama Coolie on August 14. ## While both movies carry positive buzz, everyone wants to know what the star musician thinks about them. Fortunately, Anirudh has watched both the movies and has some nice things to say about them. During a recent interview, he shared his thoughts on his next two projects. ## According to The Times of India, Anirudh revealed that he has nearly completed watching Coolie and described it as "ominous and superb". Expressing his enthusiasm for the film, Anirudh reportedly said that it will feature a new shade in storytelling and music. ## Speaking about Vijay Deverakonda's Kingdom, the Leo musician mentioned that he has seen about 30 to 40 minutes of the film, and he found it very promising, while appreciating the quality of the product. Meanwhile, producer Naga Vamsi said in an interview that after watching the film, Anirudh called him and expressed his happiness over it, stating that Kingdom will be a mass hit at the box office. ## About Coolie ## Directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj and produced by Sun Pictures, the film stars Rajinikanth in the lead role as Deva alongside Nagarajuna, Shruti Haasan, Soubin Shahir, Upendra, Sathyaraj, and Aamir Khan (cameo). The movie reportedly centres around an ageing gold smuggler named Deva, played by Rajinikanth, who reforms his old gang to take on a powerful gold smuggling empire. ## About Kingdom ## Directed by Jersey fame Gowtam Tinnanuri and produced by Sithara Entertainments and Fortune Four Cinemas, Kingdom is reportedly a reincarnation drama that has Vijay Deverakonda in the lead role alongside Satyadev and Bhagyashri Borse. It is reportedly intended to be the first instalment of a planned duology. ## Stay tuned...

Hari Hara Veera Mallu Day 4 Collection: Pawan Kalyan-starrer Tops 100 Crore Worldwide But Remains Underwhelming In The Opening Weekend Tollywood
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Hari Hara Veera Mallu Day 4 Collection: Pawan Kalyan-starrer Tops 100 Crore Worldwide But Remains Underwhelming In The Opening Weekend

Hyderabad, July 28 - Telugu superstar Pawan Kalyan’s much-awaited period action drama Hari Hara Veera Mallu has officially crossed the 100 crore gross mark at the worldwide box office. However, despite hitting this major milestone, the film's performance over its extended four-day opening weekend has been widely regarded as underwhelming. ## Directed by Krish Jagarlamudi and A. M. Jyothi Krishna, the film was released amid massive hype and fan frenzy, which translated into a record-breaking opening day for the superstar. But the euphoria was short-lived. The movie started shrinking afterwards due to poor reviews and word of mouth. ## HHVM had all the makings of a blockbuster β€” a mass hero in a grand avatar, period setting, wide promotions and a big opening, which ideally should have helped it to top the 100 crore mark on its second day itself, but that wasn't the case, as it took the complete 4-day extended weekend (plus paid premiere) to get there. ## While the film did register a slight upward trend on Saturday and Sunday, the sharp drop on Friday was too steep to recover from. This abrupt fall halted any chance of a stable box office trajectory. ## What Is Next For Hari Hara Veera Mallu? ## There were criticisms of the VFX and the runtime of the movie, which led to its downfall. The makers have reportedly uploaded the updated version in cinemas worldwide. However, the rebound seems extremely difficult from hereon, as the negative word of mouth has already spread all across. ## The weekday audience profile will shift significantly compared to the fan-dominated weekend crowd. Unless there's a miraculous word-of-mouth turnaround, it seems unlikely that Hari Hara Veera Mallu will be able to sustain enough momentum to reach its break-even mark of 225 crore worldwide gross. ## Stay tuned...

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