Jr NTR's highly anticipated comeback film Devara Part 1 has shattered box office records with an outstanding opening weekend. The film, directed by Koratala Siva, has earned a whopping Rs 275 crore globally in its first weekend and is expected to cross the Rs 300 crore mark on its third day. With critics praising Jr NTR's performance and the stage set for a sequel, fans are eagerly waiting to see if Devara will follow in the footsteps of other blockbuster sequels like Pushpa and KGF. However, with grueling work schedules taking a toll on the cast and crew's well-being, Dr. Reddy warns of immediate and long-term consequences.
Prabhas, fresh off his blockbuster film Baahubali, is teaming up with director Hanu Raghavapudi for an epic war film. Titled "Salaar 2," this collaboration marks a new chapter for Prabhas as he works with Mythri Movie Makers once again. The project was officially launched with a traditional puja ceremony, and director Prashanth Neel, known for his work on the KGF franchise, was also in attendance. With black-clad Prabhas exuding excitement, Hanu Raghavapudi promises to take audiences on a magical journey with their latest venture.
On August 16th, the 70th National Film Awards announced their winners, with Kannada films Kantara and KGF Chapter 2 taking home four awards each. In the Tamil category, Mani Ratnam's Ponniyin Selvan 1 stood out with four victories, while other South films including Dhanush's Thiruchitrabalam also received recognition. The winners were celebrated by production house Hombale Films, which produced both Kantara and KGF Chapter 2.
Chiyaan Vikram's big-budget film Thangalaan was released on Independence Day and has already grossed Rs 12.6 crore at the box office. Fans have compared the film's theme of gold hunting in the Kolar Gold Fields to that of the successful KGF franchise and many have dubbed Thangalaan as the 'real KGF'. Director Pa Ranjith has incorporated real-life incidents into the story, making the film even more intriguing. Despite facing competition from other films, Thangalaan has recorded an impressive occupancy rate of 71.64 per cent in Tamil shows and has earned rave reviews from critics.
The winners of the 70th National Film Awards were announced, with the Malayalam film Aattam taking home the award for Best Feature Film. Rishab Shetty was awarded Best Actor for his role in Kantara, while Nithya Menen and Manasi Parekh both received the Best Actress honour for their respective performances. The Best Director award went to Sooraj Barjatya for his film, Uunchai. Other films such as Ponniyin Selvan I, KGF 2, Brahmastra, and Aparajito were also recognized at the ceremony.
Popular Kannada stars Tharun Sudhir and Sonal Monteiro are all set to tie the knot in a grand function at the Poornima Palace near Kengeri, Bangalore, with many A-list celebrities from the South film industry and political dignitaries in attendance. The groom has personally invited famous personalities such as KGF star Yash, director Prashant Neel, and Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah, among others. Sonal's family also surprised her with a bachelorette party, as shown in a heartwarming video shared by the actress on Instagram.
Kannada actor Yash has begun shooting for his highly anticipated film Toxic. As the first day of filming commenced, Yash took to Twitter to share his new look for the role of a suave underworld leader. The film, reportedly inspired by international series like Peaky Blinders, promises to offer a modern and global take on the traditional underworld genre. Before beginning the shoot, Yash also made a spiritual journey to seek blessings for a positive start to the project, much to the excitement of his fans.
South filmmaker Prashanth Neel has been driving moviegoers crazy with his KGF franchise, and fans are eagerly awaiting updates on the highly anticipated KGF Chapter 3. However, recent buzz suggests that Neel will be collaborating with Kollywood superstar Ajith Kumar for two films, with one potentially being a crossover with the KGF franchise. This news has left fans of Ajith excited, as they hope to see the Kollywood superstar enter Neel's cinematic universe. Moreover, reports also hint at the possibility of a crossover between Salaar 2 or NTR31 and KGF 3, which would take the cinematic universe to a whole new level. While there is no official confirmation yet, this collaboration between Neel and Ajith has definitely caught the attention of fans and the industry.
The highly anticipated Indian science fiction action feature film, "Kalki 2898 AD," has taken the box office by storm, earning Rs 180 crore on its opening day in India and surpassing previous blockbusters like KGF Chapter 2. With a star-studded cast and a gripping storyline, the film is expected to continue its record-breaking streak and potentially reach Rs 500 crore in collections. Its success marks a new milestone in the Indian entertainment industry, solidifying its position as a global powerhouse in filmmaking.
With a star-studded cast and high anticipation, Kalki 2898 AD has become the highest-grossing film in Indian cinema, surpassing the collections of previous hits like KGF Chapter 2 and Jawan. The multi-lingual film saw the most success from its Telugu version, with the potential to reach a total of Rs 500 crore over the weekend. Amidst all the buzz and anticipation, Kalki 2898 AD has proven to be a real crowd-pleaser.