Popular Kannada actor Dr Shivarajkumar, fondly known as Shivanna, has left for the United States to undergo a crucial surgery for his auto-immune disease. Before his departure, he completed his professional commitments, highlighting his dedication to work. His wife Geetha has been managing their film production work in his absence and the couple recently sought blessings at the Tirupati Temple. Shivanna's fans and the film industry are rallying around him, offering support and wishing for his speedy recovery.
Kannada cinema and television actress Shobitha Shivanna was found dead at her apartment in Hyderabad. The police are investigating her death as a possible suicide. Her family members are in shock over the sudden demise of Shobitha, who was known for her roles in popular films and TV serials. Her remains have been taken to her hometown in Bangalore for the final rites.
Yash, the lead actor of the record-breaking Kannada film, KGF, revealed that one of the most iconic scenes in the movie was initially shot and conceptualised differently. The scene, which now shows the protagonist helping a mother and her child, was originally meant to show him blocking traffic with a gun to help an elderly lady cross the road. However, the director and actor felt that the scene lacked the emotional impact and decided to reshoot it with a more sentimental touch. This change not only made the scene more meaningful but also helped the movie become a blockbuster hit.
After creating a buzz with its intense teaser, the much-awaited Kannada action thriller Max, starring superstar Kiccha Sudeep in the lead role, is all set to release in Telugu on December 27. Fans can expect a powerful performance from Sudeep, as well as top-notch action sequences in this gripping police drama. With renowned producer Kalaipuli S. Thanu on board, Max is one of the most anticipated films of the season.
The High Court of Karnataka has granted bail to popular Kannada actors Darshan Thoogudeepa and Pavithra Gowda, who were accused in the Renukaswamy murder case. The court also granted bail to five other accused in the case. Senior Counsel CV Nagesh, who appeared for Darshan, argued that the prosecution had falsely implicated the actor and planted evidence against him. However, Special Public Prosecutor P Prasanna Kumar argued that the prosecution had solid evidence, including witness statements and digital footprints, placing Darshan and his co-accused at the crime scene.
In a high-profile case, famous Kannada actors Darshan Thoogudeepa and Pavithra Gowda have been granted bail by the Karnataka High Court. The two were arrested in June for their alleged involvement in the murder of an auto-driver, Renukaswamy. However, the Court has raised questions about the prosecution's case and the alleged delays in the investigation and post-mortem report. This development comes after an interim bail was granted to Darshan in October on medical grounds.
The city of Mysore will be lit up with the festivities of Hanuma Jayanti, with special pujas and rituals taking place at the Sri Veeranjaneyaswamy temple in Hanumanthanagar and Bannimantap. From bhajans to feeding the masses, the celebrations will continue for four days, with various performances and cultural events sponsored by the Kannada and Culture Department. Devotees are invited to join in the festivities and experience a divine extravaganza like no other.
The highly anticipated release of Pushpa 2, starring Allu Arjun and Rashmika Mandanna, is facing a roadblock in Bengaluru. The district collector has put a halt to the film's midnight screenings, much to the disappointment of fans. The decision was influenced by a petition filed by the Kannada Film Producers Association opposing the midnight shows, citing a tradition of not releasing films before 6 am. While the ban has disappointed Bengaluru fans, other states like Andhra Pradesh and Telangana are still able to enjoy extra screenings of the film with a ticket price hike. However, fans can look forward to the promised third installment, Pushpa 3: The Rampage, which is already in the works.
Dulquer Salmaan's highly anticipated Telugu film 'Lucky Bhaskar' is all set to release on Netflix on November 28. The film, which has already made waves in theatres across South India, will be available for streaming in Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, Kannada, and Hindi. With a strong storyline and impressive box office numbers, 'Lucky Bhaskar' is expected to be a hit on the OTT platform as well.
BJP MP Tejasvi Surya and editors of Kannada news portals have been booked for spreading false information about a farmer's suicide in Haveri district, Karnataka. Surya had shared an article on 'X' alleging the farmer's death was due to his land being taken over by the Waqf Board. The post was later deleted by the MP after the news was deemed fake by the district police. This incident has sparked a political controversy and raises questions about the responsibility of spreading news.